training
Monday Afternoon 5 Miler
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Managed to get out and back from a five miler before darkness set in this afternoon. It was still very cold (high 20’s) but at least the wind wasn’t […]
Goals For The Week
I’m not really following a strict training plan at the moment and seem to be flitting from week to week, just making stuff up as I go along. Although I’m signed up for the Shamrock Marathon in 8 weeks time (and actually a whole host of other races before marathon day!), the training I’m doing […]
Sunday Evening Run: Colder Than The Average Sunday Run
What can I say? I decided to postpone my Sunday long run until later in the day, as it was my wife’s birthday and I wanted to spend the day with her. By the time we got back from a great P.F.Chang’s lunch and a quick visit to a few shops, it was getting […]
Tempo Treadmill Run
Despite having running gear in my car and every intention to run after work, the miserable afternoon weather made it an easy decision to drive straight home and run on the treadmill instead. The 45 minute workout wasn’t the most exciting or challenging treadmill run I’ve ever had, but a better option than getting cold […]
Building The Base: Another Hour Of Running
Decided on a steady hour of running tonight to continue the base building phase of my current training program. Despite temperatures in the mid 30’s and a strong NW wind, I chose to run outside instead of the “easier” treadmill option. With two layers on top, hat, gloves and shorts (yes, still not cold […]
Progressive 5 Miler With A Little Help From The Jam
Headed out late morning for a steady 4 or 5 miler with no major intentions except for logging a few more base miles. The weather was great - crisp, but breezy - and made for a nice run in pleasant conditions. My main focus was on tomorrow’s 12-14 miles tomorrow morning, so today was […]
