What am I training for? Well, since I posted my 2015 race wish list, I got this crazy idea to run a 25K in May. As in, 15.5 miles.
No, seriously.
This is a crazy idea because:
1) I will be doing my training in the dead of a Michigan winter—my slow season.
2) I hate the treadmill (but see #1).
3) This distance is longer than a half marathon, which is currently my distance of choice.
We shall see.
I updated my 2015 race wish list accordingly, adding this and a new half marathon to the list (which would essentially be my last long run before the 25K...and/or the Spring half marathon I'm gunning for). No, I haven't registered for either of these races yet, mostly because I want to get into the training a little bit more to see how it goes.
So...maybe I kicked off a new training plan?
I'm crossing my fingers.
Cross yours for me?
This 25K would be a huge accomplishment for me if I can make it happen. Like, huge. (See above.)
And since I'm aiming to increase mileage again, I'm reacquainting myself with the foam roller. Christmas gift:
Speaking of running, I knocked off three miles on the track at my gym today before I jumped on the treadmill for one more. Four miles done inside. Stupid snow outside. My (beach) town is much better in the Summer. #puremichigan
Question: How do you get through Winter running if you live somewhere that sees actual Winter weather? Like, mentally, how do you do it?
4 comments:
Ugh winter training is the worst I have a half marathon in March training started December 29th and I've only had 2 outside runs so far. Treadmill running makes my skin crawl but when it's -3 outside it's the only way to get it in. My foam roller and I are getting cozy now too. Are those capris from Old Navy? Super cute.
Thanks! They're that FILA line at Kohl's. And they're reversible. The other side is more of a solid print that's shiny and makes me feel like I have pleather workout pants on. Haha! Good luck with your training!
I feel your pain! I live in the frozen tundra and having been training for a half since the end of December!!! You totally got this- maybe you'll even end up loving the 'mill? ;) Ps. You should totally treat yourself to a pink yoga mat!!!
Hi blog-name-twin! ;-)
My fingers are crossed for you for training for a 25K! That's awesome and definitely doable! I'm right there with you with the woes of the winter running. Being in New England and just the other day having -7 degree temps outside make getting out there pretty rough. I'm not currently training for a specific race, but do try to get at least one or two runs in a week to keep my running stamina up. For me, I try to pick out cute running gear which helps motivate me- I just got some fun running gloves and a new pair or tights. Marshalls or TJMaxx are places I find good deals on this stuff. And more than anything, it's just kind of mind over matter- not thinking about it too much before and just getting out there and running. Usually when I'm out, I warm up quick and I forget how cold it is (usually, not always!). GOOD LUCK!
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