2 1/2 miles & strenth

Last night I ran 2 1/2 miles on the treadmill at the Apple Valley gym. I felt amazing because i've taken a few days off. Afterwards, I went through my normal lifting routine. Today is a rest day, and sunday is my long run

3 miles & strength

Today was scheduled to be a harder workout. First I started with a 1/4 mile warmup and some stretching, then I started lifting weights. The list is below. After lifting, I proceded to run 3 miles @ 8:37 pace. This run went well for the most part, although my left shin got rather tense again. Running on a treadmill is so monotonous. I cant wait until the weather clears up and I can run on the road. Especially since I have my Garmin Forerunner to play with.

1 set = 12 reps

chest press 80lb x 2 sets
tri ext 30lb x 2 sets
bicep curl 60lb x 2 sets
shoulders 40lb x 2 sets
back machine 70lb x 2 sets
leg ext 90lb x 2 sets
leg curl 110lb x 2 sets
planks 1:00 x 2
leg lifts 1:00 x 2

6x400 @ 5-k pace

Today was an expected easy workout, but I changed it up a bit to make it harder. I was supposed to run 6 400 meter or 1/4 mile intervals @ a 5-k pace. For me, that pace would prob be around 7 minutes. Instead of running at a 7 minute pace, I ran at a 6 minute pace. It seems like a small difference in numbers, but in running, 1 minute is huge. Overall it was a good workout. My left shin got tense at the end but things felt good. Afterwards, I did a heavy stretch, which always feels great.

New shoes!

Okay, so I just bought a pair of the Asics GT-2140 running shoes. So far, all I can say is wow! These shoes are amazing. Asics really has one amazing running-centered company. When im running, it feels like I have soft cushions on my feet but they arent too soft. they put great rebound into every step. They are amazing

about 10 updates.

Haven't been on in awhile. The reason is probably because i havent had school in 8 days! I have been training though!!! I have been following my training program everyday. It basically consists of running,lifting, and intense stretching. Things are going great! anyways, Im on week 3 and today i completed a 3 mile run which was fantastic. I also got to watch the USA vs. Switzerland olympic hockey game which was nice to watch while running! I'll try to be more diligent with my posts!

day 2 - 3 miles

Today I ran 3 miles on a treadmill in the AV gym. It is officially day 2 of my training plan. I feel really good and not fatigued at all. I ran @ 8:13 pace. I feel very optimistic about training right now.

yesterday's run

Yesterday I officially started Hal Higdon's half marathon training plan. It's a 12 week program, so I should be capable of running the half at the end of the program. Anyways, I ran 2 miles at @ 8:00 pace on a treadmill in the AV gym. I felt really good, and it was an easy run. The one thing that I love about treadmills is that they are very low impact so afterwards, my ankles and knees feel great.