Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

[ttdriver]

New week .. new achievements!

Reach beyond your comfort zone this week! Come on, you can do it!

Betty

[iyamamaschke]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

OOPS I missed the thread and started another one OOOPS.

K didn't run today But did Yesterday was on a 2% incline the whole way I think I am gunna have to start over with my Buildup cause it was very hard to run for 1 hour on the incline I am sure I will build up fairly quick but, I am upset that I ahve to start over again.

So my mind was made up for my on the Marathon I have to do the Half my kids have their end of year recital the same day at 11 and 4 so in order for me to be able to go I will run the half in the morning and be able to watch them in the afternoon. I can't miss it and it's an all right trade off to be able to see my babies on Stage how exciting. The run luckily enough for me starts only about a block away from the recital how xool is that so I will be able to run then walk ovewr to the hall wher it's at. COOL hey.

Any how still going strong not running as much as I would like still 4 days though today was weight day.

Workout went as follows.

Leg extensions 12x50,10x60,8x70,6x80,12x60, changeover front squats 12x30lbs
Stiff legged Deadlifts 12x90,10x100,8x110,6x120,12x100 cangeover leg curls 12x40
Standing Calf Raises 12x90,10,100,8x110,6x120,12x100, chqangeover seated calf raises 12x100
Sit up bench weighted sit ups 4 sets 12 resp 5 lbs, 2 set 12 reps no weight

Oh my word my abs hurt WOW I am sore, not so much in the legs which sucks but, my abs are aching.

Sarah

[ttdriver]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

Tuesday: 8 miles done. Dang, it was 74 degrees and 94% humidity. I am drowning in SWEAT!

Betty

[iyamamaschke]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

I did my cardio worked up a huge sweat decided to do something different cause I was feeling really crappy and had a huge headache so I was going for major Burn in a short amout of time. Well I definately accomplished that and Holly Crap I am soooooo sore I cannot tell you. I dare any of you tp try this LOL. What I did well I got out my Kitchen chair and did 20 minutes of Step ups now picture this 20 minutes and a 36 inche rise from the floor. I am sooo sore I could fall over I was dripping like I ahve never before. I did approximately 600 step ups in that 20 minutes. If ya want a horrendous quick workout this is it man but, I don't know if I would wanna attempt that again GOD!!

[ttdriver]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

Sarah, girl, you are CRAZEE!!! REST, HON, REST!


Betty

[iwillbethin]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

MOnday 3 miles

Tuesday 3.5 miles

Weds. 3.5 miles

tmrw is my long day. Hopefully i can do 5....!!

[iyamamaschke]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

I did My upper Body Last night I felt so guilty for not doing it that I did even know I wasn't feeling well LOL>

Workout went as follows.

Hammer Curls 12x10,10x15,8x20,6x25,12x15, changeover Dumbell Curls 12x15
Back Reverse Flies Dumbells 12x5l,10x10,8x15,6x20,12x10 chanceover Upright rows 12x11
Dumbell Shoulder Press 12x5,10x10,8x15,6x20,12x10,changeober Front raised 12x10
Bench Tricep Extensions 12x10,10x15,8x20,6x25,12x15 changeover tricep ext 12x15
Chest Flies 12x5,10x10,8x15,6x20,12x10 changeover dumbell chest press 12x10

Good workout it was late so I didn't sleep too well OOPS.

[ttdriver]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

This has been a VERY DIFFICULT week as I am withdrawing off my anti-depressants and its been sheer ****. I've dealt with horrendous dizziness and nausea to the point I could barely function. Haven't slept worth a crap.

BUT! I did manage a 7 mile run today. So yay me! And right now, its been 72 hours since I took any meds ... please God, get me through this!

DOCTORS SHOULD BE SHOT WHEN THEY PRESCRIBE EFFEXOR!

Betty

[iyamamaschke]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

Giving you a Huge HUG I had to go Off of Anti Depressants 2 years ago and it's no fun Just know that you will be better without them. I know you are doing the right thing WAY TO GO. You are strong but, if you need a sholder I am here for you no matter what.

So I ahve a shin splint in my Right leg rest ice recover I know I will take some days off. I was running outside on the ice and was of course slipping with every step I am sure that contributed to it. I hate being sore this Sucks. I did run though and had an asthma attack when I got home cause it's pretty chilly I could see my breat only +4 but nice I ran in a short sleved shirt and my white track pants are mud up the back LOL. Oh dear what do you do. I loved it outside my legs could ahve gone for hours But my lungs are really lacking when it comes to outdoor running they just don't like it. GRRRR.

I better be off

Sarah

[ttdriver]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

Oh Sarah!! Girlie, you take it easy. I know how nasty asthma is .. I had cold-weather-related asthma when we lived in Nebraska and I hated it!

Thanks so much for your encouragement .. these have been very difficult days.. tomorrow I am taking the day off from work. Gad, I want to be free of these nasty antidepressants. Ya gotta wonder what damage they do to your brain if the withdrawal is this horrible. I will NEVER EVER take them again.

Lord, just get me through it!

Thanks, Sarah! You know I love ya!

Betty

[iwillbethin]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

COngrats on getting off of them! I took Zoloft for about 2 years and it took me about 1 month (sorry) to get back to normal. Good for you for taking charge (((((((HUGS)))))))!

3.5 miles...i know it sux but hey it's something. Just didnt feel like running my long run today. I wasnt feeling like it....i know a cop out but hey...i did more than most of the people on my block..that's the way i look at it!

[ttdriver]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

Girlie, 3.5 is GREAT!! Some days are just harder than others .. but the KEY IS CONSISTENCY!

You're doing fabulous! Thanks so much for your encouragement about the ADs .. I WILL NEVER TAKE THEM AGAIN!

Betty

[ttdriver]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

16.25 miles done on Saturday on the trail. I wanted to go for 22, but I decided not to overdo it. It took me about 3 hours, so it was a good workout.

I think DH and I are going bike riding this afternoon for a little cross training. Its a beauty of day .. nothing like enjoying exercise in the fresh air!



Have a great weekend everyone!

Betty

[toymom74]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

21.5 MILES!!!!!!!

Yep, 21.5 miles with Round Rock Fit and Austin Fit--in the POURING RAIN!!! I did it though, with some planned walk breaks (usually 30 sec or so--not all that many), as well as pausing at streetlights, waterstops, a potty break, etc... We finished in 4:25:00--so, obviously not fast, but I made it without massive limping/major pain, etc. My orthotics have really helped my IT Band issue--it did twinge a bit, though, but mostly b/c of the dampness--excuse me, MONSOON...Lots of stiffness in the joints...Mentally, though a MUCH better experience than the 20-miler race I did a few weeks ago--we had a lot of fun with the group we were running with, yelling cadences, etc.--lots of motivating people who stuck together. I will say, we were ecstatic to see the end, and the rain let up on us for the last 1.5-2 mi, so that was great--the sun even came out. With 2 of these really longer runs under my belt, I am feeling a lot better about the marathon--3 weeks from today! Now, we taper...

My favorite item while running in torrential rain--my hat--if you don't have one, get one!

My favorite items while running that distance--my SHOES (find the best for you--they make all the difference) and my orthotics...

My favorite thing to do once home--ICE BATH!!! Followed by a cleansing warm shower and PJs...

Happy running!

Belinda

[ttdriver]

Re: Cool Running for the week of January 22, 2006

GREAT JOB, BELINDA!!! WTG!!

I managed a 16.2 mile bike ride this afternoon after my 16 mile run this morning. I could use one of those ice baths right about now!!

Betty