First of all - I apologize for not making it to run on Saturday. I checked back faithfully until Thursday and then figured everyone was staying flexible to enjoy the weather!
So I am looking for advice on the plateau I seem to have reached in running. I am nowhere near the distance runner that most of you already are, but I seem to be able to consistently do about 3 miles. My issue is that I seem to have my "wind" all right, but my "legs" just don't seem to have caught up. They get so tired and I wind up just stopping and walking. I have great shoes, am well-hydrated, dressed for running, have great tunes...any suggestions? Also - the last time I ran was Thursday night - and I stopped and walked at about 2 miles for about 1/2 mile. Saturday I just biked and then slowly jogged 1 mile to experience the transition.
Now I have anxiety about running tonight - in fact - I am going to get back on my treadmill instead of going outside because I think I am more effective there. But seriously - any ideas?
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Hey Kristen - what you are experiencing is TOTALLY normal - you are just getting your running legs- don't be ashamed to walk if that is what your legs are telling you - just walk -but then run again when they feel okay - its such nice weather out now -its a shame to run on the treadmill - though I will say - its hard to run in this humid heat after sooooooo much cold - you are doing awesome! Way to get the brick in - well done!
ReplyDeleteI am so impressed that you ran after you biked. When I did that the other day it kicked my boo-tay. I'm not that experienced of a runner since I just started last year but my two cents would be that it is soooo much easier to run with friends. I need that distraction of chatting while running to make it a pleasant experience. Also, for me, the first three miles are the absolute worst. Once you get passt that threshold you'll be amazed how quickly the miles add up. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteKristen, you are just at the beginning - go easy on yourself emotionally. You have overcome the biggest hurdle already just by committing to do this race/training. Whatever you accomplish in a workout is a POSITIVE thing. You are doing your body and mind so much good regardless of how fast you go. I promise the running will come. And never, EVER worry about what anybody else is doing. You're in this for the long haul, sister,and it will be great.
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