Angela and I started a few minutes before the rest of the pack in the footsteps of a few others from our group. We ran an out and back route from Rogue that had some long, gradual uphills and downhills, but nothing as severe as our Wednesday night workout. Overall, I felt pretty good, and I think we ran pretty strong, even unintentionally dropping our pace faster than expected at times. This was my first long run using Tailwind for my hydration and I loved it. No tummy issues whatsoever. The humidity didn't seem too bad, which I think also helped me feel pretty strong. No soreness afterwards.
Sunday, June 1: OFF
I had planned to run an easy 3 miles in the evening after we got back from our quick trip to Burnet for the last of the Rogue trail series races. But, I felt super light-headed (maybe too much fun in the sun earlier) and crashed when we got home. No running for me today.
Monday, June 2: 6 miles (treadmill)
Easy 6 miles at the gym.
Tuesday, June 3: Cross-training
Weights + 35 minutes on the stationary bike - I have been doing the Stairmaster a lot over the past few months, so I thought I would do something different today.
Wednesday, June 4: 7 miles (road)
I was expecting our first speed workout tonight - a fartlek. But, when I got to Rogue and saw the route, it was not what I expected and I had to get my head in the game for what was to come. It turned out to be another hot and hilly workout with the Sole Survivors. I definitely sense a pattern here. Although, this one included 5 strides uphill after about 2 miles in. Yes, this was a tough run, but really no more challenging than what we've been doing in my opinion. I did leave the workout with my left leg quivering while I was driving home though, so I guess that says something. Getting stronger with each hill! I commented to K later in the week that I couldn't imagine hauling an extra 20 pounds up all these hills. I'm so glad I started my "marathon training" back in February to get all that extra weight off!
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| Post-workout |
Easy 5 miles at the gym. I was expecting to feel tired or sore after last night's workout, but I felt okay. I am taking these easy days though EASY.
Friday, June 6: OFF
Massage. Right quad and calf tight...as usual.
Week 5 Total: 27 miles + 1 cross-training workout
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