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Week 9 Recap!
My week 9 recap, running went great this week! I started the week off strong, then hit a little slump, but managed to finish extra strong. While I did great with the running, I didn’t do so great with the strength training. It is like I know it is important, but if I am short on time I would rather run. Next week I need to be way better. Week 9 Recap: Killed it on the running. Failed on the lifting! Monday: 5 Miles with Speed work. I did a 2 mile warm up, then 400 meters at 8:34 pace, 400 meter jog, 800 meters at 8:00 pace and 800…
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Treadmill Mid-Run Speed Workout
Treadmill Mid-Run Speed Workout! I love to do my speed workouts on the treadmill. Many people think that is a little crazy, but there is something nice about setting a pace and holding on. I do miss speed workouts on the track; however, open tracks to the public are very hard to find these days. The treadmill is a simple way to crush a workout. Below is a workout that allows you to get in some miles and break up the middle of the workout and get the legs moving. I did this run on Monday and I loved it. Remember to chose speeds that are challenging for you, but…
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Week 8 Recap
Without sounding like a broken record. I am proud again for this week. It has been harder to plan runs with family in town and unpredictable toddler schedules. I was able to hit my training plan goals this week, after making a few needed adjustments. Week 8 Recap: Monday: 4 Mile Easy Run Tuesday: Off Wednesday: 4 Miles with Progression Run in Middle (9:13-8:13 Pace Increasing every 0.5Miles) & Lift Thursday: Off Friday: 6.5 Miles Stroller Run Saturday: 3.5 Mile Easy Run & Lift Sunday: AM 4 Miles – PM 2 Miles TOTAL: 23.5 (My Lifts were the 4 basic compound lifts, Squat, Bench, Deadlift, Shoulder Press. 3×8). I am…
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Bodyweight Strength Workout for Runners
Bodyweight workouts are great if you don’t have access to equipment. Perfect for travel. Bodyweight workouts are also a great place to start if you are a beginner. They allow you to work on form before you add any weight. This helps reduce the risk of injury. Strength work is extremely important for runners. Not just to get faster, but to extend your running lifespan and reduce injuries! Below is a Bodyweight Strength Workout for Runners. Four Supersets. Complete each exercise in a superset back to back, rest for 2mins and repeat three times. Rest for 3-4min between supersets. Increase rest as needed. For more workouts click here. Pinterest HERE
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Week 7 Recap and Getting My Life Back Together!
Wow, it’s been a whirlwind of a few days. Mostly fun, but very tiring. This will be a getting my life back together post and a week 7 recap. Things have been crazy for a week or two but ended up getting extra crazy. It started Tuesday morning at 4:15am, I ran 4.5 miles on the treadmill. Felt great, but can tell my treadmill is still tilting to the right. The whole right side of my body was screaming for most of the day. We then got into the car around 10ish and drove to Disney. We stayed at a Disney resort for two night. Result was a lot of fun,…
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Why Squats Are Important for Runners!
Are squats great for runners? I feel like all runners have heard many times that squats can benefit your running, or you hear the opposite that squats can hurt your knees. The real question is, are squats the secret sauce to your running?! I think yes! First you have to make sure you have correct form. Stick with bodyweight and very light weights until your form is perfected. Even after you have worked on your form, periodically check in with video or mirrors to make sure you are sticking with the correct. Wrong form can cause injury and muscle imbalances, form is extra important! Okay with that out of the…
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Week 6 Recap and Last Few Days
Week 6 Recap and a recap over the last few days. Things have been all over the place. I have not done a good job managing my time or stress level! This week consisted of restarting our housing search, putting in an offer on a house and going through all the negotiations. We have an accepted offer and are now going through the process. We have done this twice before, but it’s always a lot. I also haven’t been sleeping great. We have been a little off our normal schedule with visitors in town, and I have chosen sleep in the morning over running. Sleep is definitely important, and helping…
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EMOM Squats Edition
EMOM Squats Edition! This workout is a great add-on to any leg day or full body workout. A finisher to another lift. Or a leg day on its own squats are great for runners. Squats are amazing for runners. They are probably one of the most beneficial exercises a runner can add to their strength plan. Squats create more body awareness and control, increase leg power and work on knee health and stability. If you need more information about EMOMS check out an informative post HERE! Why Squats Are Important For Runners will be our Topic Tuesday Post on March 21st! It will be posted HERE Remember proper squat form…
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Fun Filled Day
Today was long but a fun filled day! We started with a preschool class and then headed right to the zoo. Things are crazy busy this week because of Spring Break for our local school district and a ton of travelers and tourist in the area. Even though it was crowded we had a blast! It’s always so nice to get out of the house and do some activities and let the kids run! We will all sleep good tonight. The weather was also perfect. Mid-70s and sunny. It was one of those days that you just had to be outside! After dinner I snuck out for a three mile…
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Treadmill Workout 3.5 Miles (400m Repeats)
Treadmill Workout 3.5 Miles (400m Repeats)! If you want to give speed work a try and let the miles fly by on the treadmill, give this workout a try! 0.5mile (800meter) warm-up followed by 0.25mile (400meter) fast sprint with incline, then 800meter or a half mile rest. Total of 3.5Miles and four 400meter/0.25mile repeats. This same workout can also be done outside! More Workouts Here! More Treadmill Workouts HERE! Affordable Treadmills HERE!
