Marathon Training (WW # 142)



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I want to thank my friend Teresa who graciously filled in for me last week as co-host while I was out of town!  Also, a huge congratulations to my friend and co-host Wendy who knocked it out of the park at her race yesterday. 

Sunset on the Florida Panhandle -- [NO FILTER]

Marathon training continues.  I haven't gone into much detail this time around but suffice it to say, I'm in the thick of it.  Last week while in Florida,  I ran 16.5 miles for my long run and this weekend it was 17.  I certainly enjoyed the scenery and route better last weekend.  The loops around my neighborhood can get monotonous. 

I admit, the crankiness has started along with the sleepiness and eat-everything-ness.  I wish I'd bought stock in Justin's Maple Almond Butter and Nabisco 'Nilla Wafers. Wait!  Let's not forget Tru Moo chocolate milk.  Anyhoo, it's been more difficult this time around to fit it all in.  With a recent work merger, commitments, family activities, travel...some weeks, something has to give.  I didn't cross train for a few weeks, mostly because I was trying to rehab a cranky hip but also partly due to time constraints.  There are mornings when I simply can't get out of bed and I've become accustomed to evening runs.

My mid week runs have reached double digits.
Running in the evening has become rather enjoyable.

I'm still only running three times a week but I'm working hard to make sure each run counts.  This week's speed session was 3 x 2 miles on a hilly loop.  After warming up, my splits averaged 9:14. Given the hilly terrain, I was happy with that.  I'm still searching for that perfect downhill training route.  Hills I have, but I can't seem to find one long enough to feel as if it's doing me any good for my downhill marathon.  I'd like to run miles and miles of downhill grade without stopping.  Alas...

Short hills are better than no hills.
Another six miles in the evening!

After Saturday's 17 mile long run, I decided cross training would be a better option for Sunday.  It was a dreary day, so I hopped on the mag trainer for indoor cycling and caught up on Survivor.  They had to eat the gross stuff this week.  I'm lucky I didn't toss my 'Nilla Wafers just watching it.

 

Summary:

3 Runs = 33.4 miles
1 Cycle = 16.4 miles
1 Strength Session
1 Yoga for Hips


And that's a wrap!

Racing is winding down in the south as we approach our summer heat.

Are you training or maintaining or resting?

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