Thanks for all of your great suggestions and comments to my track dilemma the other night. I have decided that IF this situation happens again, I will contact animal control. Let’s hope I don’t have to do that.
Reality set in this week when I realized I was on the last page of my 6 page training plan....
Reality set in this week when I realized I was on the last page of my 6 page training plan....
Monday:
This day was what I would consider to be my last hard workout before Windermere.
2 {20 min E pace + 20 min T pace}
I completed this same workout the week before and it was tough. This week I also had to deal with 85 degrees. By the time I was done I just felt weak and sick to my tummy. I was so hot. My head was throbbing. I managed to suck on some ice cubes which helped. I also stuck my head under the cold water from the kitchen sink. I know, super classy.
Tuesday:
My last Farmgirlfit workout until after Windermere. It was a butt kicker too!
Bears are super tough to do. I did level 3 with 55#s. The first 15 I knocked out really quick. The next 10 were somewhat quick and then it all went downhill from there. My arms were shaking!
Mr. Healthy Diva took me to Fro Yo for a treat. The only stipulation was that I had to go to Home Depot with him. He didn't have to twist my arm too bad. Fro Yo is pretty tough for me to pass up. What was my winning concoction? Cake batter yogurt, coconut, cherries, strawberries, cheesecake bites & some whip cream. It was amazing!
Wednesday:
1 mi E warm up + 6 x 400 meters w/ 200 meter recovery jogs + 1 mi E cool down
We all know what went down at the track, but besides the doggy drama I had a great workout. My target pace was a 6:00- 6:15 pace and mine were all spot on or touch under:
#1
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1:28
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#4
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1:31
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#2
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1:30
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#5
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1:29
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#3
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1:29
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#6
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1:28
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Thursday:
When I got off from work at 4:00 pm it was 90 degrees. Seriously, this weather is out of control for May. At about 5:30 the weather still hadn’t changed and I really just wanted to get my run over with. How bad could an easy 5 miles be? It wasn’t too bad for the first two miles and then everything went downhill from there. I choose to run in my neighborhood which is pretty hilly. After a couple of massive hills I was dying. Thankfully I did make the wise decision to pack some Cherry Limeade Nuun with me. I struggled through the last 3 miles. I am sure it wasn’t pretty looking. Mr. Healthy Diva actually asked if I was okay when I got home. I must have looked really bad!
Friday:
OFF.
I did indulge in an afternoon treat on my way home from work. The new caramel ribbon crunch frappuccino at Starbucks is amazing. I totally went all out on this treat. The whip cream is not typical of me.
I did indulge in an afternoon treat on my way home from work. The new caramel ribbon crunch frappuccino at Starbucks is amazing. I totally went all out on this treat. The whip cream is not typical of me.
Saturday:
10 miles MP...in 85 degrees. Finished slightly slower than MP and then did 15 minutes of core work.
Sunday:
OFF.
Questions for you:
How was your week?
Did you do anything fun over the weekend?
Is the weather crazy hot where you live right now to?
--Tasha
Sunday:
OFF.
Questions for you:
How was your week?
Did you do anything fun over the weekend?
Is the weather crazy hot where you live right now to?
--Tasha
I love that the temperatures were warming up here but was hit with humidity on Saturday, it definitely takes some getting used to. And, the dog on the track, I avoid confrontation but probably would have said something as well.
ReplyDeleteWe are lucky that we don't have humidity in Spokane. I would melt if we did! I do like the warmer nights for sitting outside on the back deck.
DeleteAhhh it's getting so close :) :)
ReplyDeleteI know. EEEEK. 6 days. :-)
DeleteI hate the warmer temps. But with me working on my rhythmic breathing, it's helping me tolerate it and work through the humidity down here! I know that the weather shouldn't matter, but it sure is a kick in the rear! You'll do great at this here marathon buddy :)
ReplyDeleteYou should be used to warmer temps! You would probably come to Spokane and think that it was cold. You have humidity which we don't have. Humidity kills me!
DeleteI am ready for some consistently warmer temps..ours go up and down. I know I am not acclimated and I have a half this Saturday...if it turns out warm, I'm doomed!
ReplyDeleteCan't believe you are one week away! You're going to have such a great day.
I can't believe I am 1 week away either. EEEEK. At least the weather has cooled down. Supposed to be in the 60s this weekend. Personally I don't care if it warms back up to 80 as soon as I cross the finish line. Just not before.
DeleteLove the new blog look. 6 more days!!! So excited for you :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Robyn!!!! You can tell that I am absolutely bored since I changed my header. Ha. Not sure I like it 100%...might get updated again later this week.
Delete6 days...exciting!!! This weather is crazy hot for this time of year hopefully it will cool down by Sunday. I actually ran 5 days last week(with the stroller) It felt great even though it was a mile or two. This weekend was great with Mothers Day, gets better every year my daughter gets older :) Good luck on your race!!
ReplyDeleteAt least it finally has cooled down. Yay for you running 5 days last week! That is awesome. The stroller is extra so you ran way more than 5 days in my mind. Have a great week!
DeleteAhh can't wait to hear how much you ROCK this race! Also love the new frapp from Starbucks. And you can't beat the happy hour prices. :)
ReplyDeleteI wish that the happy hour prices lasted ALL summer. That would be freaking awesome! I never got to try the new chocolate frapp, but the caramel one was the bomb. Maybe I will need to get one after my race....
DeleteGood luck on your race! I'm sure you'll do great. The weather in San Francisco is actually the opposite. I can't even see the sky through the heavy fog we're experiencing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tara!!!! Bummer about the fog. It wasn't too bad while we were there, but we did get to experience some fog. I bet it gets pretty bad.
DeleteEEK, you are going to kick butt on your marathon this weekend I know it!! I ran about 8 miles in the heat of Seattle Saturday morning and it was pretty intense...I'm a pretty big weather weeny when it comes to running though :).
ReplyDeleteThanks Lauren!!!!! I can't believe that Seattle has been so warm too. This weather is nuts right now. I am a huge weeny when it comes to running in warmer temperatures. I fall apart.
DeleteI'm SO excited for you... can't believe it's right around the corner, but you are READY!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Laura!!!! I can't believe that 18 weeks of training is almost over. EEEEK. :-)
DeleteYou're looking so marathon ready Tasha - fit and glowing with health :) Love the new pictures at the top of your blog too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kari!!! I am not sure I love the new header yet, so I might change a few things later this week. I need to keep myself occupied.
DeleteYou're beyond ready. You're gonna kill it!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Meagan. :-)
DeleteYay! Yay! <1 week till the big day!!!!
ReplyDeleteI KNOW, it is CRAZY. I promise I am excited too. :-)
DeleteWhoohooo So excited for you Tasha! I can't WAIT to celebrate (virtually)with you after the run! You are going to rock it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Marnee. You are so sweet! Can't wait for Vegas!
DeleteOh my goodness that froyo looks so good! Ice cream is most definitely my weakness. Good luck on your race luv, I'm sure you will crush it!!
ReplyDeleteI wanted Fro Yo again last night and the husband said no. iw as so bummed. I went to safeway and bought snickerdoodle skinny cow ice cream bars instead. They were awesome!
DeleteAlmost there! Can't wait for the race! As much as I hate winter, I think I hate humid hot summer days more =)
ReplyDeleteGreat week of training!
Me too! Hot and humid is no fun. I would rather layer up or hit the treadmill in the winter.
DeleteI remember when I used to suck those Frapps right up! SOOOO GOOD ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd OMG if I had a race coming up, I'd be....... OKay I would have some digestive issues - AH HA HA!
I love frapps!! I like how you can make them with less calories now too. :-)
DeleteI love reading your workouts for the week Tasha! You really are amazing! 10 miles in 85 degrees!! Holy cow! You deserved that treat at Starbucks girl..:)
ReplyDeleteThanks Brandi! Sbux is always a good treat and a frapp is a an awesome treat on a hot day.
DeleteYou run SO fast!! Your 10 mile time was my first 10K time!! Awesome job!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jennifer. Your 10K time will get faster. All of the crossfit you do is going to help your running a lot!
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