TaraP Posted May 20, 2015 Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 I have decided that I want to keep track of my progress and struggles. I am hoping it will encourage me to keep going, and will be a way for me to monitor my progress. I have enjoyed and been inspired by other people's logs. So perhaps I can motivate somebody else in the process, although I am not sure that I can be as witty as some other logs I have read! So, I started to use this app because I have been struggling to make consistent progress with my running. I have never actually followed a plan. So I thought that perhaps by doing so I might be able to reach the goals and feel less frustrated. I completed my first run on May 17th. I did not struggle with the running which I was pleased with. I continued to walk after I was done the program until I had exercised for a total of 45 minutes. I did 5.16 kms in those 45 minutes. It was hot and humid and I felt drenched but good. More importantly I was able to use this app, play my music, and use Map my Run, all at the same time, without feeling like I wanted to throw my phone away. A technological achievement for me!! On May 18 I planned on a rest day and just walking. I had to talk myself into going out because I had gone golfing in the morning and I was trying to convince myself that was "good enough". But, I talked myself in going out for a walk. I must have been feeling enthusiastic about using the app because I actually forgot it was a rest day, and I began using the program. I realized after a few jnervals but kept going. I completed 5.12 kms in 45 minutes, again walking after I finished the program. I was surprised I did not do a bit more as j ft I pushed myself a bit harder than the first time out. But I think I may have run a bit faster and it was harder to walk at a fast pace. Plus it was windy, and hot, and I had been very active since my last run. Today was a true rest day. No exercise. I am excited to use the program tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Congrats on your great start! Keep at it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ariel Detonation Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Awesome! Welcome to the forums, keep at it and keep us posted on your progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaraP Posted May 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2015 I have run two times since I have updated. Last Wed I planned to do Week1 day 3, but I couldn't get the app to work. So, I just ran, for about 25 minutes. On Friday I did week 2 day 1. After the workout with the app I continued with some running and walking, followed by brisk walking until I had completed 45 minutes. My total distance was 5.26 kms, so my pace was faster than the previous times I had used the app. I was wondering if I was going to be able to complete 5 kms in 40 minutes, but I was not able. I was planning to run today, but I walked to and from the store and bought a new bike, and then I went for a bike ride with my girls. I still planned to go out for a run, but ran out of time. Tomorrow for sure! I am actually looking forward to it. Thanks for the encouragement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaraP Posted May 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 Well, I got sidelined yesterday. Feeling unwell so took a sick day and slept most of the day. Must have been what I needed. Today I had to use the treadmill due to thunder showers. I had not been on that dreaded machine in quite a while. I really had no idea what speed to run at. I did my 90 second runs at 4.5 mph. Too slow as I discovered by the end of my workout, although I was sweating, I did not feel I had pushed myself enough by the end. Anyways, Week 2 day 2 is completed. Hopefully on Thursday I will be able to run outside, but if I have to use the big bad machine I will aim a little faster for the runs. feeling good and motivated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted June 1, 2015 Report Share Posted June 1, 2015 Its ok TaraP, hope you are feeling better. Just get back out there when you can. Good Luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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