Friday, September 9, 2011
Back to It!
It was such a delight running 4 miles in Central Park this morning with friends. The weather was perfect for running and the company kept me going. I am looking forward to weekly workouts to lift my spirits and keep me healthy! Please join!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Propel: Day 1
Wow! Today was a great first official day for Propel! Three of us did 3.5 miles of intervals for a total of 42 minutes (with cool down). It was a challenge, a great work out, and we all felt great at the end.
I found this great article on overcoming that "I could never do that" feeling!
Check it out here.
See you tomorrow?
I found this great article on overcoming that "I could never do that" feeling!
Check it out here.
See you tomorrow?
Thursday, April 7, 2011
BEGINNERS ADVICE
This is a fantastic article from Runners World about BEGINNING to RUN or coming back from a long break.
In particular, I like Karen Goucher's GETTING STARTED TIPS:
GETTING STARTED
Talk It Through
New runners think it's not "real" running unless you're gasping for breath. Not true. If you can't talk, slow down.
Take Pride
A lot of people think they look slow, or fat, or sweaty. Don't let any of that stop you. Among runners, you are golden.
Make It a Habit
Run two, three, or four days a week, and don't worry too much about how far or how long you run. You want to get used to being active for several days each week.
Think Rest Day
Instead of saying, "I'm going to run three days this week," say, "I'm going to give myself at least three rest days this week." The ol' reverse psychology—it works!
Mix It Up
Vary the places and surfaces where you run so that you spread the physical stresses around evenly.
Be Flexible
Many runners are afraid to deviate from their training plans. But I think having fun is more important. Never be afraid to do the run you feel like doing if the one on your schedule isn't going to cut it.
Reward Yourself
Whatever resonates for you as an incentive to run—a second glass of wine? sleeping in?—do it at the end of each week.
Find a Mentor
For many runners, a mentor works better than a coach. Find one by joining a group of training friends, a running club, or the group that meets at a running store.
In particular, I like Karen Goucher's GETTING STARTED TIPS:
GETTING STARTED
Talk It Through
New runners think it's not "real" running unless you're gasping for breath. Not true. If you can't talk, slow down.
Take Pride
A lot of people think they look slow, or fat, or sweaty. Don't let any of that stop you. Among runners, you are golden.
Make It a Habit
Run two, three, or four days a week, and don't worry too much about how far or how long you run. You want to get used to being active for several days each week.
Think Rest Day
Instead of saying, "I'm going to run three days this week," say, "I'm going to give myself at least three rest days this week." The ol' reverse psychology—it works!
Mix It Up
Vary the places and surfaces where you run so that you spread the physical stresses around evenly.
Be Flexible
Many runners are afraid to deviate from their training plans. But I think having fun is more important. Never be afraid to do the run you feel like doing if the one on your schedule isn't going to cut it.
Reward Yourself
Whatever resonates for you as an incentive to run—a second glass of wine? sleeping in?—do it at the end of each week.
Find a Mentor
For many runners, a mentor works better than a coach. Find one by joining a group of training friends, a running club, or the group that meets at a running store.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Welcome
I started seriously running in 2010, challenging myself to longer distances than my 2 mile workouts. I found a lot of joy in it, and my body, mind and soul have benefited so much, I want to share that gift of running with you.
Making myself a priority and giving myself the gift of motion has enhanced all aspects of my life, and it will enhance yours too!
Let's run together!
Making myself a priority and giving myself the gift of motion has enhanced all aspects of my life, and it will enhance yours too!
Let's run together!
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