It’s taper time! You know, that time when every runner in your life gets cranky and slightly crazy because they can’t get in that longer run they think they should but really know they shouldn’t?
The second to last week of my Cleveland half marathon training is DONE. It’s somewhat bittersweet -and exciting! – that the next training post I share with you as an ambassador will include race day. Holy cow … am I ready?
Here is a look at this past week:
This week’s training
Monday: On the schedule – 5 miles.
Actual run – 6.18 miles. It was truly gorgeous weather for a run outside- not too hot, not cool, but just beautiful spring!
Tuesday: On the schedule – 10×400 intervals.
Actual run – 10×400 on the treadmill. Each 400 was about 7.6-7.7 and I walked a minute or so in between each one. Confession: Intervals have not gotten any easier. I used to jog between them but this week started off with walking and was glad I did.
Wednesday: On the schedule – 3 miles.
Actual run – 5ish miles, thanks to running with Erica this day. It was a perfect morning for a run. We had 3 on the schedule, and I did about a mile warmup first and then felt so good after the run I did a little more. I was overdressed but it was so perfect out! If race day is this way – low 50s – I’ll be ecstatic!
I took a selfie while waiting for Erica- you can see the Terminal Tower in the background AND the fact that my shirt is indeed too warm for our run.
Thursday: On the schedule – stretch and strengthen.
Actual workout – I did about 55 minutes on the elliptical at basically no resistance in the morning.
And then 3 miles, pace. At night, B had some time and it was beautiful out so I decided to do my Friday 3 mile pace run. With B pacing, it felt like we were flying. We finished the 3 miles in about 24 miles, an 8:18 pace. I was definitely hurting – if this is what it takes to get a sub-25 5k, I’m almost ready!
Feeling proud after 3 fast (for me) miles. And tired. Oh yes my body is tired.
Friday: On the schedule – 3 miles, pace.
Actual run – No run! I did my pace run Thursday after work so I just did a super easy 60 minute elliptical workout on Friday.
Saturday: On the schedule – 12 miles.
Actual run – 12 miles. We were rollin’ deep today! Which was great because I was super warm and needed the distraction. B and I started out, met Nicole 1 mile in and then got to Mary after about another mile in. Also not ready for this warm weather – good thing we started early because it got up to 80!
How we look mostly through our run (we stopped for water)
How we feel. Holy heat!
Sunday: On the schedule – crosstrain or off.
Actual workout – 55 minutes on the elliptical and some abs. It was another beautiful day but we ended up not having time for a walk – because it was Mother’s Day! We spent the day at the Asian Market and then went to B’s parents house for some small plates. It was a great, relaxing day.
Some questions for you:
- Race day is looking quite warm in the forecast. Any tips on staying hydrated and not overheating?
- How do you stay motivated after your race? Do you sign up for another one? Take time off?
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