How is it August already? July flew by! With
activities planned every weekend and working out, I felt like I had
zero spare time. July did end up being a good month for me training
wise. I am feeling the strongest I have ever felt and running is enjoyable for
me again. I still have no “A” races on the horizon, but I am okay with that. I
am learning to just go with the flow for once.
July
training numbers:
Miles Ran:
141.67 (up 17.23 miles from June- would have been more if I hadn’t have hurt my
back)
Miles
Cycled: 138.96 (up 91.59 miles from June- most miles I have ever biked in
one month!!!)
Swim
sessions: 5 + 1 OWS (I feel like I am missing a couple of pool sessions)
FGF
classes: 13
Races Ran:
4
Ragnar Northwest Passage Relay (#1 & #2)
Exploring a "new to me" trail in Spokane that I drive past all the time
I ended July and started August with a bang. Last
week was my highest mileage week for running since I was training for the
Windermere Marathon. How did that happen!? An ultra relay is happening in less
than two weeks so I figured I needed to log in some decent mileage so that I
don’t tank. Most of the miles I have been running are easy pace, mimicking my
goal pace for Spokane to Sandpoint as much as possible. I was worried about how
many miles I would be able to log last week since I was still in back/neck pain
on Sunday night (Muscle spasms are no fun!). Thankfully I was feeling almost 100% by Monday.
Miles ran:
41.16
Miles cycled:
30.35
FGF classes:
3
Swim
sessions: 1 (2 if you include my triathlon)
Races Ran:
Medical Lake Kiwanis sprint triathlon (Recap coming soon!)
I am a triathlete!
(Pictured wearing the new women's infiniti 7" inch short tight III and the women's utopia thermal long sleeve)
My runnining workouts consisted of some double days to try and acclimate myself for the relay. I haven't seen that many miles for a week since probably April. I feel like I should be training for a marathon right now with these numbers. How am I not training for one?
FGF
highlights:
TWO huge
lifting PRs.
On Tuesday my split jerk went from 85#s to 100#s
and on Wednesday I improved my 3 rep max in the deadlift from 205# to 220#!
Getting stronger every week
Couldn't have logged those miles without the best running gear and hydration. Thanks Brooks and Nuun!
(Pictured wearing the new women's versatile woven shorts)
This coming week will be all about getting in some
running miles. I will also ride my bike, but probably won’t swim. Spokane to Sandpoint is in 11 days!
Let’s chat:
I need your advice. My weekly running mileage has
ranged consistently from 30-40 miles all summer. I will be running 33 (ish)
miles next weekend for the Spokane to Sandpoint Relay. Since that mileage is
almost my average weekly mileage should I take the week off prior to the
relay???? Throw in a couple of short and easy paced runs????
--Tasha
Girl!! You are ripped!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on an awesome month of working out!
Also, I want to steal that Utopia thermal from you! Keep up the good work, and good luck on the relay. You'll have to ask someone else for advice.
Thanks Lindsay. It is weird to see pictures like that of myself because I don't feel like I look like that. LOL.
DeleteThe utopia thermal is AWESOME!!!!! I wore it to my triathlon on Saturday because it had been chilly. I can't count how many people asked me what I was wearing. I got tons of compliments on it. I also got the matching capri pants and a sports bra because I love the colors and print.
I'm no expert but if it were me, I wouldn't take a whole week off prior. I'd probably run a few short distances, easy paced to keep the legs nice and loose :)
ReplyDeleteThat is what I was thinking as well Lisa. I might ride my bike a lot more as well. Thanks for the tip!
DeleteYou are certainly staying active! I'd probably run some shorter, easier pace runs before hand!
ReplyDeleteThat is what I was thinking. I might ride my bike more too. Running that many miles in a short amount of time like that makes me nervous, but I am sure that it will all work out and be fun too!
DeleteThat is an awesome month! Your are really kicking some butt with the FGF and all your new PRs.
ReplyDeleteI would do some easy runs before your relay, but nothing too crazy. 33 miles is a long way!
Your Brooks clothes are so cute, I like those last shorts. super cute.
The shorts are awesome! I need to do a review on them because they are a lot different from the infiniti shorts from last year. They are amazing- thicker waistband and a water proof zippered pocket in the back.
Delete33 miles is a long way! I think I might actually have 35, but I am too scared to look. :-)
July was a crazy and busy month, but things will slow down now. I don't have a race every weekend. Whew!
Great work with the training and lifting!! You rock! I agree with those above, don't take the week off. You want to feel refreshed but not sluggish and a few runs will help with that.
ReplyDeleteThanks Danielle! I think I will be good with two easy runs on Mon and Wed. Loved the advice from everyone.
DeleteI wish I needed THERMAL gear! You've been loving triathalon training and it's great to see ya smiling and having an awesome time!
ReplyDeleteYou probably won't ever need the thermal gear, HAHA. It is actually pretty light- so cozy! Have you gotten the new infiniti tights or shorts yet? I love the wider waistband now! So comfy! I also love the water proof zippered pocket in the back. Great stuff for sure. :-)
DeleteI definitely feel like I found my niche with triathlons, but we shall see. I can't do anymore this year because my schedule is packed so I will have a year to work on my horrible swim.
I can't wait to hear about your triathlon recap! With that said, I think a few easy runs would be good. You want to save your legs for those 33 miles! woot woot. Have fun
ReplyDeleteIt is going to be a tough 33 miles too! Of course I am beyond excited for each and everyone of them.
DeleteI miss WA so much! Flat old Michigan just isn't getting it :(
ReplyDeleteDang girl...You put some awesome miles in!
And look at those muscles!
How are you feeling about the 33 miles?
I guess it depends on if you want fresh legs or warmed up legs...
Hmm...
Maybe just a little cruising here and there?
:)
Thanks Michelle! I have been surprised at my miles, but I have been running double on some days just to get used to feeling tired so that I can make it through the ultra relay. I am sure that 33 (ish) miles will be nothing in the end. I feel pretty good about it, just a little nervous because I have never done something like this before.
DeleteMan you are an animal! My running was similar to yours leading up to Ragnar and the ONLY thing I did the week leading up to Ragnar was a short 4 miler on Tuesday and some light yoga. I would recommend staying away from Farm Girl for at least a few days before so your legs are super fresh!! Running the miles won't be a problem for you, but running a long run on zero sleep is the tough part!
ReplyDeleteI figure I will do an easy run on Monday or Wednesday of a couple of miles and then call it good. Gives me a chance to swim or ride my bike more. Will probably only do FGF 2 times as well. I will need the extra spring in my step coming leg #4 on Friday :-)
DeleteYou seriously kick butt with all of your workouts!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kayla! I think I am obsessed with riding my bike and lifting right now. I think it is good to not focus on running all of the time. Even though I love running!
DeleteWe are seriously freakishly alike. I'm starting to feel like I'm in marathon shape for a non-existent marathon too. The other day I thought, "Maybe I should just do one this fall??" But no :)
ReplyDeleteThe week before Ragnar, I did two short and easy runs on Monday and Wednesday, and I held up fine. By the end of the relay, my legs felt similar to end-of-a-marathon legs, so if you keep that in mind it should help for gauging what you can do. I'll warn you that the fatigue took it out of me more than anything else...although my first run post Ragnar was disgusting.
So excited!!!
We are SO MUCH alike Robyn! When I did my long run on Sunday I thought about running a fall marathon a couple of times. I couldn't believe I was running that long without having a marathon training plan. Then I got done and was like nope, I am good! Don't wanna do this again!
DeleteI think the two short and easy runs on Monday and Wednesday will be good. I will also probably only go to FGF 2 times so that I am well rested. I know that the feeling of marathon legs is not fun. Thanks for the heads up on that!
Way to rock the running + cross training, girl!
ReplyDeleteFor the relay, I would say a few easy runs in the week, probably 2/3 3-4 mile runs at an easy clip. Don't want the legs to go stale, but you don't want to overdue the mileage in one week and have it lead to injury due to overuse. Enjoy the relay, though!!! They're a blast!
Thanks Elise. I think that relays have become my favorite races to run. They are addicting! I can't wait to see what running an ultra will be like. After that my next relay is Ragnar Vegas in November for my 30th. :-)
DeleteI have no idea how you're not training for a marathon either! Impressive stuff Tasha - and whilst I'm not an expert at what to do for training ahead of the relay, I agree with the thoughts above about pulling it back a little and keeping it to easy and shorter runs :)
ReplyDeleteI know, I seriously feel like I should jump on the fall marathon bandwagon right now. Although I know that I absolutely will not sign up for one, I just feel kinda left out. :-)
DeleteYou are a training machine Tasha! I am still so proud of how far you have come! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Brandi :-)
DeleteYou look amazing!! Whew, after reading this-IM MOTIVATED!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Marissa! I am definitely obsessed with my workouts. :-)
Deleteyou have been killing the non-marathon training!! love that you feel so strong!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nikki! I think that my plan for just having fun with my workouts this summer has paid off. Definitely has left me stress free!
DeleteFABULOUS month and you look AMAZING! seriously! i honestly have no clue on the race-maybe easy runs but nothing too hard. just need to feel refreshed!
ReplyDeleteThanks Elizabeth. I think that I made the right decision when I decided to just have fun with my training this summer. I haven't had a training plan since my marathon and have been winging it each week, but I think not having the added stress has been good for me. I am always impressed at how you workout on the road when you are traveling for work. I would probably have a hard time juggling the work and working out, but you make it look easy!
DeleteHey! Congrats on your tri! Way to go. I've been out of town and off the blog o' sphere for a while so I'm just getting caught up. I just ordered the same brooks jacket. So glad I did because it looks adorable on you :) Oh yeah there is an Olympic distance tri in pasco in a few weeks. The Titanium Man I believe it's called if your interested. (You may have your eye on it already)
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