Happy Sunday! Another great week with running along with a few classes on the bike. The weather was up and down with very windy days, to chilly weather, and warmer weather. I hope this month is more consistent.
I had some great workouts this month! I am seeing faster splits which I am hoping will translate to a few PRs either this year or next year. I finished April with 96.10 miles. I was hoping for 100 but it is a big jump from last month (78.22 miles).
I didn’t run in the morning on Monday but instead did it after work. It was nice and warm but WINDY. Glad it was “just” one mile.
Tuesday was a speed day. It was still windy but not as bad as the day before. My workout was 4 miles with 4-45 second surges. Splits were 8:10, 7:55, 7:45, and 7:25. Definitely fast for me but still manageable. I have no idea how other runners can run long miles in those paces. I did this workout on March 9th but with 30 second intervals. Those splits were 9:16, 8:15, 7:39, and 9:30.
These past couple of weeks I’ve done 1/3 and 1/4 mile intervals. On Thursday I did 4-1/2 mile intervals. I am not a big fan of long intervals. I always start off too fast and then struggle with maintaining that pace the rest of the interval. My splits were faster than what my coach asked me to do (10:44, 10:42, 10:28, and 10:18). I was tired at the end. In the last interval I stopped my watch for about 5 seconds for a quick break. I don’t think I could have done another one.
Saturday was 7 miles with one 90 interval/90 recovery after each mile but stopping at 7 miles. I like this run because it makes each mile a bit more interesting. I did this run 2 weeks ago. I compared the splits and while some were faster in yesterday’s run, some were also slower. That is OK. I am still pleased with how I did.
I thought a Live DJ Run would be a fun class to take. Wrong! OMG, the constant talking between the instructor and the DJ was very annoying. Never again will I take these classes. The Calvin Harris Run was OK. I like him but I recognized maybe 2-3 songs.
I also did 3 bike classes (2 with Denis). He is a great instructor! I am liking his classes and the music is great too.
It’s been a year since I started working with my coach. I am very happy with him and have enjoyed my workouts. I am excited for this upcoming week, month, and future months!!
Linking up with Kim and Deborah for the Weekly Run Down.
29 responses to “Weekly Run Down: 96.10 miles and one year with my running coach”
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You had a really strong April! The wind here was crazy last week as well. We had a few wind advisories which is kind of rare for us.
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Of course the weather would be like that this year. 🙂
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Looks like you’re making good progress on your intervals! Myself, I have to see the splits on my watch to know if I’m making any progress because they all feel the same…HARD. Keep up the great work 😉
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Thanks! It feels good to see numbers like that. And yes they all feel hard!
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It’s great to work with a coach! So happy that you’re so happy with yours.
Our weather has mostly been on the rainy/cooler side (hello, it’s supposed to be MARCH showers) and we have quite a few mornings still in the 30s.
Makes for nice running — if you can motivate yourself out (and when it’s not cold rain!).
You’re doing great with your streak, Zenaida!
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The weather has been all over this year. Of course it is 2021, right? 🙂
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Solid week Zenaida! So glad you’re happy with your coach so far. Sounds like a good fit!
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Thank you!
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working with your coach seems to be going really well for you. congrats on a great month of running! You look happy!
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I am very pleased with everything. I’ve had my months where I struggled but then the good ones coming along. I know every runner goes through that too.
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Nice miles this month, Zenaida!!!! I was close to 100 as well, with 91. I’m going with the quality over quantity theory…lol
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Exactly!
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Great month for you! I agree the weather needs to settle down and be consistently nice already. It’s freaking May after all!
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And what a shift from the weather this weekend! At least we don’t have snow.
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Your streak is alive! Sounds like you had a great week with some speed thrown in. i know what you mean about those paces- what feels like a sprint for me is some people’s marathon pace! Sheesh.
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I know some elites run at either 5 or 6 minute mile for marathons. Yikes!
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You are on an AWESOME roll now Z—kudos on your outstanding discipline and focus. It is a pleasure and an honor to be working with you; it is something I am truly enjoying. As you pointed out, given your prior month’s mileage volume, we needed to make sure that the increase was done in a way in which both your mind and body would adjust in a positive way and safely make gains from it, and it’s great to see you were able to accomplish that. I have no doubt you’ll continue to build on this strong base and easily eclipse the 100-mile mark in May, and be well on your way to whatever you set your sights on this summer/fall!
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Hi Juan! I hope you had a great race at Glass City and enjoyed the visit to my town 🙂
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Hey Lisa! Thank you, the Glass City Half proved to be a GREAT race for me; I was able to break a PR that was more than 3 years old by 3 minutes so I’m super happy with it. On top of that, I truly enjoyed the course and everything around the university. I might go back and run the full next year–maybe. We visited the zoo and the Maumee Bay Brew Pub, and a Peruvian restaurant just a couple of blocks from the university while we were there and enjoyed it all–tons to be proud about Toledo!
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Yay!! Congrats on your race! It was a good day. I think they did a great job with the event this year. I hope you do come back!
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Looking forward to it! Thank you again for all of your support and encouragement!!
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Awesome job this week! That takes discipline and motivation.
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Thank you.
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Wow, a year already with your coach? That’s great! Your hard work is showing with those great paces lately. Well done! I get super excited to see a 7:xx on a pace no matter what the distance!
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I am going to enjoy seeing that number as much as I can. Hopefully soon it will feel more comfortable.
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You are getting so strong! It’s been fun to watch you progress – it sounds like your coach has been a great investment!
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I am so happy I decided last year to work with him. I remember feeling lost and unmotivated and need someone to get me out of that funk.
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great week for you! it’s always nice to see progression! I also am not a huge fan of longer intervals but I’m trying!
I still don’t really understand how treadmill classes would work. I mean, I get on my treadmill and stick netflix on and that’s my workout hahaha!
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Right now I am doing 90 seconds and they feel so long.