Join me as I go from not being a runner, to someone who walks, jogs, and yes, believe it or not, runs (eventually)!
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Another Run in the Books
I ran Week 7 Day 2 last night. It was exhausting and I didn't want to go, but I'm glad I did.
It was just me and Lesley, and Ocee Park was totally dark again. Thankfully, there were a few small lights on in the back and it was do-able. We ran together at a pretty slow pace, but we ran non-stop for 25 minutes. It was awesome.
It's funny how I've progressed to this point. While I'm not fast, I am at least out there moving. It's more than I was doing before. At this point, I just want to finish C25K and be able to say that I did it.
I could tell that I was going slowly, but I knew I needed to maintain my strength for the long-haul. I was excited to finish and not have my knees aching, or my shins hurting. I'm good today and feel really comfortable. I didn't get get home and do my usual crash.
Don't get me wrong, I was tired, but I wasn't overwhelmingly tired. If that makes any sense.
Here's my progress so far:
While I'm not happy with the fact that my walking pace was 20:50 and my running was 18:49, I am excited that I walked the shortest distance so far. To think that I've actually put in 35 miles so far, is awesome.
We were going to try to run on Thursday, and start a Monday/Thursday schedule, but Thursday is Halloween. So we're going to try to go tomorrow. I'll finish Week 7 Day 3 and then the progression to week 8 is easy. It's just like this week, but running for an extra three minute. I can totally do that.
I'm seriously impressed with myself. I can run for 25 straight minutes. I could NOT do that seven weeks ago.
Labels:
20+ minutes,
Cool Temps,
Couch 2 5K,
Great Run,
Lesley,
Night Run,
Ocee Park
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