I just completed my 30 minute cardio workout and I feel so refreshed. Never underestimate the importance of a rest day in your workout routine. My first workout of the week is often my most empowering.
Recently I started using the Couch to 5k running program as a way to prepare for my big 10k mud run in May. Right now I'm jogging a 12.75 minute mile (tonight was 2.36 miles in 30 minutes.) In the world of runners, this is terrible time. I freely admit that I'm not a natural born runner. I have to work very hard and it doesn't come easy. In the past I ran a 9 minute mile so I know it's possible for me. Sometimes that is the edge that keeps me going.
My goal is to run 3 miles in 30 minutes by February. From there I plan to add 5 minutes per week to my running until I am running 6 miles; and from there work on running 6 miles in an hour or less. As I reach my goals I will tweak my plans but for now that gives me long-term goals. Right now I have my treadmill set at a 2% incline; as my stamina increases I plan to increase the incline, as well as train outdoors when the weather permits. I should note here that I run a faster mile outdoors than I do on the treadmill. I ran an 11 minute mile in my last 5k.
I'm excited about starting a brand new week. I'll have to utilize Plan B again this week because the gym is closed on Friday and that should be a weight training day. There's always another option available if you are committed.
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