Another great week of marathon training. I am loving these “easy” runs but I know that eventually they will not all be “easy”. The weather has been decent enough to continue running outside.
Week #4, December 18-December 24
M Ran 30 minutes for 2.58 miles
T Quality Session (10 minute warmup, 3.10 miles, 10 minute cooldown)
W OFF
TH Ran 45 minutes for 3.85 miles
F Ran 30 minutes for 2.59 miles
S Ran 90 minutes for 7.75 miles
S OFF
Started off the week with 30 minutes of running. It felt warm and I was tempted to wear shorts. I like running in the morning before work but don’t think I’ll continue when I have to run longer runs.
I was not looking forward to Tuesday’s run. I had to run 10 minute warm up, 3.10 miles, and then 10 minute cooldown. My plan was to run along the lakefront but instead decided to run around the airport. Despite it being 50 degrees, it was WINDY. I actually did good but know I can improve and do better. My fastest 5K is from May 2011 (29:48 with a 9:35 average pace).
The rest of the week were all easy runs. It also went by fast and before I knew it, it was Friday and almost time for Winter Break. My students made a present for their parents and had fun making their own wrapping paper.
Saturday’s run consisted of running 90 minutes. Honestly I was not looking forward to it. But as always, the runs we do not want to do are also the best ones. It was in the low 30s but it was also sunny and not windy at all which made the run even more pleasant.
Overall I am pleased with this week of training. I felt great and actually enjoyed my runs. Let’s see how long that lasts! 🙂
Total mileage for the week: 21.45
Total mileage for this training cycle: 66.38
Total mileage for the year: 760.76
Here’s how training has gone so far:
• Week 1
• Week 2
• Week 3
How was YOUR week?
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Congrats on a good week of training and making it to Winter Break! I know SO many teachers that were counting down the days/minutes/hours lol.
Merry Christmas Eve and I hope you have a wonderful week off!
Thanks Kim! Happy Holidays to you!