runnin' down a dream.
I wish I didn't know so much about running injuries.
I like to run and pretend to do crossfit and cook and go on adventures.
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Today was spent horse riding, eating and sleeping. So far, home is fantastic. But also weird. Very weird. I’ve been incredibly jet lagged, so I’ve...
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What a gorgeous day. Rather than going to the gym, I decided to walk around the neighborhood around my office. I actually do this often, but I’m...
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Did you guys miss pictures of my sweaty face, or did you miss pictures of my sweaty face?
My beauty dumfounds even me sometimes.
45 minutes of...
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Day 1.
Today I simplified and cleaned the shit out of everything. Who needs this much clothes?! Especially clothes you don’t wear…
Feels good to...
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I couldn’t sleep so I ran. It’s going to be a long and emotionally charged day, but that’s okay because at the end of it Rindy and I are running away to meet Darcy and Amy and we’re going to eat calorie free burgers and beers and cupcakes and ice cream.* You can come too.
A few people have asked me how I like my Garmin, so here goes:
Pros: Lightweight, easy to use, interval alerts, easy to read while running, picks up satellites quickly
Cons: Only displays two items at a time, USB charger [I’m fairly certain I can buy a wall charger and I probably will]
Overall, I’m loving this watch. I used Nike+ for years and liked the easy format, but eventually got to a point where I was having a difficult time finding Nike shoes that fit me properly for running. This is very similar in that it’s incredibly easy to set up and requires little to no thought…yes please. I like that there is no shoe pod involved, so theoretically this will last longer. I also love the data analysis on Garmin Connect.
Several people asked how I managed marathon training with no GPS device. It’s not that hard, really. I found pre-measured paths, occasionally drove routes with my car to check mileage, sometimes used RunKeeper on my phone, and mostly just relied on my tried & true routes for shorter runs.
That being said, I do enjoy having a better idea of my pace during the actual run rather than attempting to figure it out with a calculator afterwards. I don’t mind that I can’t see more than two elements of the run at a time. I’m not a fast runner, and I’m okay with that. I’m much more concerned with distance than with speed, and I tend to do a lot of math while running, so I’m happy to glance at my watch from time to time and decide when I need to kick it up a notch. This model also has a virtual pacer that will alert you whether or not you’re near your goal pace, but I haven’t tried that out yet.
Right now I have it set to show distance and running time, and it works fine for me. I love the interval setting as I’m currently working through C25K and can set my watch to tell me when to run. I also get notifications each time I run a mile—I think these settings can be changed, but I’m not very concerned with distance right now so haven’t really explored them.
So if you’re training for a BQ and need to do serious speedwork, this isn’t the watch for you. If you aren’t super concerned with the numbers while on the run and want to save a little cash but still get an idea of your training data, it’s great.
C25K W2 on the Monon. First tank top run of the season.
If you are attempting to keep track of my training plan, you may as well give up now. I’m currently following a plan called “I hate training plans and I need to listen to my body first.” Example: I “should” have run in Chicago, but my whole body was aching from carrying my bags around for two miles and I had blisters from my stupid shoes. (Actually, they started bleeding during my run earlier this week, but I spared y’all the photo. You’re welcome.)
Anyway, I’m using C25K as a general guide but basically just taking rest/cross training days when I need to and repeating workouts as I see fit. I’m not registered for any races at this point* because I need to run more than I need to race and I’d rather let myself build up slowly than have to take more time off.
I was so proud of myself for avoiding the Friday afternoon slump by bringing my running gear to work.
Yeah…I forgot my shoes.
It was hot when I left work last night…let the morning runs begin.
Also, flowers. Happy Wednesday!
Just in case you weren’t aware, my mom is the best. She made chicken and gluten free mac and cheese to make up for yesterday’s dinner fiasco!
Whoever said money can’t buy happiness clearly never went running with lots of new gear. This was the inaugural run for my Garmin, my third pair of Adrenalines, and the new socks I bought in November and refused to wear until I could run in them.
And while today dragged a bit, I did have a conversation that made me very happy and hopeful AND I’ll be in Nashville with some cool kids I know around this time tomorrow…so I guess it turned into a great day after all!
Can we just take a moment and celebrate the fact that it is really truly finally spring? (I hope.) I love dandelions.
Run done, now on to foam rolling and physical therapy and dinner. Oh, and Nashville planning!
Today’s run was the kind where I feel strong and happy and very much alive.
Rebuilding post injury is frustrating, but it felt great today.
Got “lost” because I wasn’t paying attention, saw a sign, stopped to see a friend’s photography exhibit and spontaneously went for a run.
Now on to the movies, Pinkberry, and gluten free groceries because TREAT YOSELF.
I felt headachey all morning and spent most of the day reading and watching Downton Abbey. Then i went for a run, and it was one of the good ones. If I didn’t have the C25K app telling me what to do, I probably would have knocked out a few miles. I attribute this to sunshine and one of my all time favorite running playlists, which just happens to be my St. Patty’s mix—it always gives me an energy boost!
