I had a great cross-training week! There were definitely days when I did not want to run, but I pushed myself out the door anyway. Gosh, does that feel good now. I will (hopefully) become a Runner of Steel in less than 35 days. Wow!
Training recap: (I think these were broken before but I fixed them!)
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 1
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 2
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 3
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 4
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 5
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 6
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 7
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 8
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 9
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 10
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 11
- Pittsburgh Marathon Training Week 12
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| Cherry Blossom Kite Festival, The National Mall |
On a random note, this weekend was the Blossom Kite Festival in honor of the 100th year celebration of the Cherry Blossoms. There were hundreds of kites in the National Mall and it was quite a sight to witness!
Soooo about training....to be frank, I kicked cross-training butt! 8 workouts this week, whoo hoo!
Although my mileage was down this week (intentionally because my schedule tapered down,) I tried to fit in as many strength and stretching sessions as possible. I was exhausted after my 12-mile run on Sunday, but I was so proud of myself for pushing through and for once, not feeling guilty about my lack of training.
Monday: 75-minute Dharma Flow I yoga class
This class was great for the start of the week. I'm still in the very beginning stages of developing my yoga practice and this class focused on perfecting the 'basic' poses.
Tuesday: rest day
I don't know what it is about Tuesdays, but it seems that my previous week's exhaustion always catches up with me
Soooo about training....to be frank, I kicked cross-training butt! 8 workouts this week, whoo hoo!
Although my mileage was down this week (intentionally because my schedule tapered down,) I tried to fit in as many strength and stretching sessions as possible. I was exhausted after my 12-mile run on Sunday, but I was so proud of myself for pushing through and for once, not feeling guilty about my lack of training.
Monday: 75-minute Dharma Flow I yoga class
This class was great for the start of the week. I'm still in the very beginning stages of developing my yoga practice and this class focused on perfecting the 'basic' poses.
Tuesday: rest day
I don't know what it is about Tuesdays, but it seems that my previous week's exhaustion always catches up with me
Wednesday: 5.1 miles/8.2 km + 75-minute Dharma Flow II yoga class
I fit in a quick run before my yoga class. The weather was beautiful and although my legs were still fatigued from my 18-miler, I pushed through.
I then went straight from my run to a 75-minute yoga class. This class was challenging and really pushed my body to it's limits. By the end of class, I was in desperate need for a hot bath and some serious hydration!
5.1 miles/45:00/8:49 pace
8.2 km/5:49 pace
Thursday: 60-minute BodyPump class
If you've never tried a BodyPump class, I encourage you to check it out. I remember going to my first class and thinking, 'this doesn't seem too bad. i'll just increase my weight.' Bahahaha boy, did my ego bite me in the butt! The next four days following my first class, I could barely sit down without using walls for support. Even getting in and out of my car was a challenge because I was SO sore!
Friday: 5.05 miles/8.12 km
I booked it during this run! One reason may be that I was running late for a Friday night shindig...BUT my body also felt very strong. I was on a mini high since my legs weren't bothering me and used that adrenaline rush to accelerate my normal pace.
5.05 miles/42:00/8:19 pace
8.12 km/5.17 pace
Saturday: 20-minute cardio session on the elliptical + 60-minute BodyPump class
My Saturday morning BodyPump class is always full because our teacher is so incredible. My gym keeps changing the rules regarding getting into the class because people (like me) would come over 30 minutes early and wait in line. Now, they've invented a ticketing system to help control the chaos, but you can only get the tickets 15 minutes ahead of time. Unknowingly, I arrived at the gym 35 minutes early and had 20 minutes to spare so I hopped on the elliptical until I could pick up my ticket. Accidental workout!
Sunday: 11.63 mile run/18.7km
Oh boy, this run was tough. I went out strong and then at our turnaround point, became mentally exhausted. I was hungry (unfortunately, I didn't plan my eating schedule appropriately) and the sound of my stomach growling always ruins my mentality. Legs are so stiff and sore now, but I'm working on stretching them out!
11.63 miles/1:51/9:32 pace
18.7 km/5.94 pace
Weekly Total
Miles/km this week: 22 miles/35 km
Yoga: 150 minutes
Strength Training: 120 minutes
Cycling: 0 minutes
Thoughts
Overall, great week! I stocked up on re-fuelers today and I'm hoping to do a post mid-week about my recovery strategies and tips. I hope y'all had a fantastic weekend!
Wild Rice
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