I have been wanting to beat my PR times. When I was in training mode for the Princess Half Marathon, I got stronger in my runs and was thinking with the right race conditions, IE flat course, I could do it. Confession time, I totally slacked off after that race in my running. Ran a tiny bit here and there, not my 3 runs a week – 1 treadmill speed work, 1 neighborhood hills and 1 long run. THIS is how I got stronger and is what it takes.
Last week I got back on track. This coming Saturday, I am running a very flat 10k this weekend, hoping I can come close to my PR time – it is from 3 years ago when I was running consistently.
To do this race Goal I need to get my 2 training runs in AND how about some cross training – um the Bosu Ball doesn’t work it its not inflated now is it?
The Boston Marathon is today, best of luck to all running – totally in awe of those who qualify. I will never be that fast, but I can surely work towards getting faster and stronger for myself.
What are your goals this week?
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I have a 5K this coming Sunday – I just PRd at one a few weeks ago but I have a friend running this one with me and it will be her second one so my goal is to help HER PR – I’ve never paced anyone before so this will be new to me!
That is super! My fastest 1/2 many years ago, my faster friend did over half the race with me and paced me. It really helps having someone push you I think. Most days, my motivator is my Garmin, LOVE THAT THING! Congrats on you PR!
Way to go Jill! I have the Run Less Run Faster plan just haven’t officially implemented. I feel like i need to do something more than just log miles. Next week I will probably incorporate that into my 3 times a week. I really want to keep running over the summer…it gets hot and me no want to run! 😉 Thanks for sharing….
I was a complete slacker after PrincessHalf too! I didn’t even log 20mi in March (and that includes the GA Publix Half I raced). I felt to motivation since I had no real goals outside of a few race dates set. I set official goals for April and moving forward, since it’s just to continue to PR so I can have the best times before November 1st (runDisney corral placement).
I’m starting Week3 of Another Mother Runner’s Half Marathon plan today. Looks like my goals this week will be to run a minimum of 20mi and have two XT days.
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GREAT minds Amy! 😉
Cross training! It’s the goal this week- plus low mileage 4xs this week and one “long” run on Sunday.
You can do it! I am the WORST at crosstraining! Keep me posted how its going!
My goals are to foam roll and stretch 3x a day and to get NEW RUNNING SHOES! Maybe my shoes are contributing to my knee /it band issues? I bought my last pair in July? At least that is my excuse to get fun new “kicks!”
When I was at Peachapalooza, the helpful sales clerk told me 300 miles max on a pair of shoes, some models are only 200! I think its time for you! Happy shopping!