Stuff I learned after my first week running workouts


You gotta have the hair thing...

Re-starting a running habit isn't that hard, I guess - but as I've only run twice this week I may be premature in labeling this a 'habit'.

But I'm determined to pursue my goal of running a 10K at a 7:30 min/mile average, so I'll keep going.

Those of you who know me also know that I'm an endurance coach with Stelleri Performance Training. I work with Masters women athletes who want to be competitive runners, cyclists, and multisport athletes. I also coach myself, so I have the ability to design my own running training program in an intelligent progression. By 'intelligent' I mean without hurting myself.

So far, I've learned a few things about myself as a runner:

  • My current go-to training pace is around a 9:00 min/mile.
  • I have enough aerobic endurance to run at a steady pace for about 3 or 4 miles before it starts to feel like work. 
  • My right hamstring might have something to say about running again.
  • I need a new pair of shoes

Knowing all of this helps me determine what I need to do next week as far as training goes. I'm planning 2 or 3 more 'just run'/adaptation workouts between now and next Friday, with a goal of running at least 3 miles each time (no speed or pace goals). And probably get reacquainted with my foam roller and yoga mat.

Things I'll look for by the end of next week:

  • Has my training pace improved?
  • Can I run on a regular basis without hurting myself?
Stay tuned!



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