Thursday Treadmill Workout: Cheetah Fast!

Aside from a sore right shin, I felt pretty good and maintained a faster pace for both “pyramids”. However, the most encouraging part of the workout was my maximum heart rate at the end of the last “Power Set” – 169 beats per minute which was 4 beats under the 173 max of last Tuesday. Basically I was able to run slightly faster at a more economical rate, which means I’m getting fitter (I hope!)

Also, after a short cool down it was time to start Week 6 of the Essential Abs program, which comprises the same exercises as Week 5, but with a few more reps. I actually felt a bit stronger performing these exercises too. Maybe my persistence and consistency is paying off!

Not really much else to report. As I mentioned above, Saturday is the East Beach Half Marathon in Norfolk, Virginia. Last year I ran my one and only sub-1:20 half marathon PR (personal record), but this year I’ll be happy with a time of around 1:24:00. I’m just not in the same shape I was 12 months ago, but the year is only one month old and I’m still hopeful of running some great races and good times. I think staying injury free will be key in 2008. If you’re in the area and you’re not running, please consider coming out to volunteer. I’m sure Race Director’s KaleRunning would appreciate the help!