Workout(s):
We walked last night, only 1.5 miles but it was something :) Especially since I didn't feel so great.
This morning's workout was awesome! It was run/walk morning. So I did a quick warm up and then ran from one corner to my car on the first lap (a lap is 3/4 mile, so I would guess I did at least a half mile if not more. GPS was acting up so hope to have a more accurate mileage soon). Second lap I repeated. Usually these first two laps I break it up into two runs with three walk breaks but this was a run, then walk break for the 0.75 mile. Third lap I ran the whole lap plus a tiny amount. Fourth and final lap I ran a shorter segment so I could cool down a little. It was tough, but I was glad I pushed. I don't have any trouble with breathing, it's pain in my thighs and a little in my calves. But it's not too bad. I do know I need a new pair of shoes, I over-pronate and this morning they were rubbing me on the inside of both feet on the side of the pad below the big toe, so yep it's time to pull out my really nice Asics I bought awhile back for distance. But I figure I will have to get a new set of shoes again before our half-marathon so it's time to run those puppies. They have very low-mileage on them so I can't wait to try them out.
So here are my 3/4-mile splits:
Lap 1: 10:46
Lap 2: 9:14
Lap 3: 9:50
Lap 4: 9:10
Total time 39 minutes, average 13 min mile :)
I'm thrilled with the splits and can't wait to see what I can do next time.
Food notes:
Supper: Delicious Chicken Fajitas over rice
Breakfast: Protein Shake mixed with a banana
Lunch: Leftover Shrimp gumbo :)
How I feel:
I was exhausted last night, achy and grumpy. I did get to sleep before 10:00 and without any trouble. I did wake up at 1:15am and had to take an additional dose of my RL meds. But I was back in bed by 1:45, so it wasn't too big a deal. Today I feel I can take on the world after that run!
Personal notes:
Weighed in this morning, unfortunately I gained 0.2 lbs, which wouldn't be a big deal but I gained 4.9lbs last week, which I figured was due to water retention. Oh well, who knows what is going on, but the fact that I am eating better, exercising and not losing weight will be mentioned to my doctor. Maybe his scales will show something different Monday.
Not a lot going on, hubby and I just started watching Dexter. I think I will like it but it was hard to tell after one episode. We've finished up the Spartacus that is available on DVD and really enjoyed it, can't wait until the final season comes out next month. Oldest son is going to Busch Gardens/Water Country with a friend next week and we're excited for him. We're trying to plan an end of summer trip to Ocracoke for next weekend. Hubby talked today like we would go this weekend, but it was just too much to deal with at the last minute. Also made an appointment for the oldest to get contacts right before football starts. He's excited. Still reading The Vital Plan and Goblet of Fire. Loving both, one is informative and the other is just plain fun.
Have a great day everyone!
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