WINTER WALLOP

Tonight was suppose to be running class and then a speaker from Cooper Clinic. I was really looking forward to this but the sky opened up about noon and we had snow, snow and more snow. Beautiful big flakes that looked like they came from a feather pillow. No way you can run in that.

GET OUT AND VOTE, GET OUT AND RUN

Yesterday was the primary in Texas and Ohio. I hope those who wanted to vote got out and did it.

Last night I had running class. We headed over to the track and this time did 4 minutes running than 1 minute walking. There were four of us, with one walking. We all were able to do this pace so I think Thursday we will be going for 5 minute run. We increased our miles by a 1/2 mile by just adding an extra minute of running.
This morning it was back to the gym for weight workout. The target today was biceps and back.

Total miles 1.87

Total for week 5.87

GONE FISHING

This morning I was up at the gym for my regular training session with Shayla. Today was legs and shoulders. We are trying to strengthen my right leg. After we were finished I had her show me the proper way to use the rowing machine. This is a new cardio for me and I wanted to make sure I was doing it right. Little did I know the machine had a game on it! FISH, well I pressed that and began rowing, trying to catch these fish. I'm not sure what the rules are but I had a great time playing and doing cardio. Does anyone know the rules to the game?

Yesterday I did the treadmill for 4 miles. Nothing great but at least I moved.

Total miles this week 4

RUN ON

Last night was running class. It was a perfect night, the temperature was around 60 and the stars were out. We did our warm up and then it was a 3-1 run/walk. I felt like I could have done a few extra laps around the track but we finished with a distance of 1.37 miles. I think I am going to try running in the morning on Tues and Thurs just to get some distance in. After we ran we went back to the store and talked about injuries and things you can do to help them and prevent them. I got to try out the foam roll which I think actually helped my leg. So I may invest in one.

This morning I had a training session with Shayla and we did upper body. We increased some of the weights, which must mean I am getting stronger.

Tomorrow if the weather is good I am planning on going out for a light run. The Georgia ING is about a month away.

SAFETY

Headed over to my running class last night all bundled up. It was down in the 40s and windy. Before we went to the track to run our coach went over safety factors.
1. most important- wear ID. You can go to ROADID.com and order. I have one that I wear on my shoe.
2. Shouldn't run alone at night.
3. Ladies if you have ponytails be careful, they can be
used to pull you to the ground.
4. Always carry at least a dollar with you.
5. Don't assume that people in cars see you. Watch at
intersections and driveways.
After this we went to the track to do some running. Two people had some injuries and were walking the other three were running 3 minutes and walking 1 minute. I was really pleased because I was up front with another girl. We were
doing well and even the coach said we did a good job.

Today I have a training session at the gym and then some cardio to do.

TOTAL MILES 1.50

WHATEVER FLOATS YOUR BOAT

Today is to be a rest day or X-train. I didn't want to rest so I went up to the gym. There are a lot of choices for X-training, which would I choose. Our newspaper recently had an article about the different cardio machines and how we should try different ones out. I knew I didn't want the treadmill because my hamstring was still bothering me. The bikes were full so I picked the elliptical. This is one machine that I usually don't work out on. So today I did 45 minutes and then some stretching exercises. Maybe next time I'll try the rowing machine.

My hamstring was still bothering me so after I left the gym I went and booked a massage for this afternoon.

ROCKY IS BACK

I think my favorite season has to be Spring. The flowers are coming up and everything seems fresh and new. Today while I was running I saw my little friend Rocky out in the fields. I had to stop for a few minutes just to watch him scurry around. I wish I had his speed. I did 3.97 miles, not what I was planning on but at least I was out.

miles run this week 11.07