Lauren's Journal: Initial Consultation!

Shannon and I are both starting new journeys today. I have had multiple self-challenges in the past, and after the last failed attempted during a super stressful time, I am committing to a full lifestyle change instead of small challenges.

We will both be doing weekly check-ins, sharing workouts, and popping in for updates on how we are feeling during our individual training plans. Shannon has a half-marathon on deck. I am going to try and get some good base mileage and lifting in before I pick a race to start seriously training for. I am craving some good old track speed work. Need to get the base mileage and lifting in first to avoid injuries!

Initial Consultation: Lauren

What are your goals
- Establish habits. I have been stuck on the yo-yo workout rollercoaster for way to long. I am ready to commit and overhaul my life back into a runners lifestyle!
Have you run before? If so, how much.
- Yes, I have a strong running background, but have not consistently followed a training plan since my car accident in May 2017.
Do you want to train for a race, increase mileage, or run for cardio and mental benefits (keep consistent with no increases or workouts)
- I would like to increase mileage, and then start training for a race once I have a good base.
How many days a week do you want to run.
- 5
Do you want to do a long run (distance is very relative to specific training). If so, what day of the week.
- Yes, a long run has always been a weakness of mine, I would like to work on making that more of a strength. I would love to run a fast half marathon in the future.
Have you lifted before, if so, how much and what?
- Yes, have followed a few training programs, would consider myself intermediate.
Do you lift in a gym or at home
- At home
What equipment would you have available?
- Squat Rack, Bench, Dumbbells, Kettlebells, Treadmill, Spin Bike
How many days would you prefer to lift.
- 3x
Do you prefer, powerlifting, body building, circuits, or other/don’t know?
- I would prefer my circuit based, or traditional weight training
Would you rather lift and run on the same day, lift on separate days, or no preference? (*no right answer and this can be adjusted later!)
- Lift and Run on the same day
What are your nutrition/eating habits like?
- Eat a relatively healthy diet along with treats. Could probably be better with protein and fiber.
What does your sleep schedule look like?
- 7-8 hours. With two little kids its unpredictable, but for the most part I am getting decent sleep.
Do you have anything else you want us to know before we draft a program?
- I am excited to start the change!