4/27/13 Workout/update

This morning had a good run. Today was my long run. I ran 8 miles in 1:14:47. I had some hills to run today, nothing major, just gentle inclines with a couple being long. Calf was tighter this morning with my run, but believe that had to do with the hills.
After my run did 75 squats and 150 chair bridges. Then stretched out. I will tell you this, if have not ever done bridges, be surprised at the muscles that are being worked. This is end of week one with them and already noticing a difference in strength.
Today completed week one of my training for my marathon. Only 23 weeks to go. I have lost 4 lbs this week and felt stronger as week went on. Looking forward to weeks to come. Just got to keep pushing.

4/26/13 Workout

Good morning! Nice cool morning for a run. This morning was my last short run of the week. My calf was tender, but not a factor to prevent from running. Ran 4 miles in 36:27. I still can't seem to run at 10 min/mile pace. I looked down one time and was at 8:30 so slowed down. But it seems to take more energy to run at slower pace.
After run I did 70 squats and 150 chair bridges. Then stretched out real good. Looking forward to longer run tomorrow.

4/25/13 Workout

Thursday workout is done. Felt stronger this morning. Added a tenth of mile to my sprint interval. Should have gone further, but after 6th sprint felt my calf pull and then tighten. Last 2 sprints and jogs were just my will to compete and finish to complete. Glad I am a therapist and have the equipment to work on it.
This morning started with 4 min of jump rope. Still suck at this. At least little better than Tues. Afterwards did 8 sprints at 30 secs with 90 sec jog to recover. Did 2.01 miles.
Then came my workout routine. Started with Upper body Tabata routine(push ups, pull ups, incline push ups, reverse grip pull ups, decline push ups, over hand supine pull ups, burpees, v-push ups) 2x4 min with 1 min rest b/w sets. Then did Tabata Leg routine(air squats, static lunge left, squat thrusts, static lunge right, jump squats, mt climbers, alt lunge jumps, sumo squat jump) 2x4 min with 1 min rest. Then did 2x20 yds bear crawl, 2x20 yds crab walk and 4x50 yds farmers walk with 5 gallon buckets of water. Stretches to cool down.

4/24/13 Workout

Good workout this morning. I was definitely feeling the past 2 days. My legs felt extremely heavy today during my run. But I pushed through it anyway. Glad I did!
This morning ran 4 miles, still trying to stay at a slow pace to build my endurance. I finished in 37:25. After my run I finished my routine with 60 squats and 150 chair bridges, then stretched out.

4/23/13 PM Workout

This afternoon I did another short routine. I am really looking at strengthening my legs. I am doing a 30 day squat challenge and 150 chair bridges a day for 30 days.
This afternoon I did 55 squats and 150 chair bridges. This is day 3 for chair bridges and 2nd day on squats. Really look forward to seeing my results.

4/23/13 Workout

Morning everyone. Another workout in the books. I could really tell I didn't do anything last two weeks, except some running and nothing last week. Little sore this morning from yesterday. Still knew had to push through today's routine.
This morning started with 4 min of jump rope. Man I suck at this. I got to get better! Looked and felt like never done before. Afterwards did 8 sprints at 30 secs with 90 sec jog to recover. Did 1.9 miles.
Then came my workout routine. Started with Upper body Tabata routine(push ups, pull ups, incline push ups, reverse grip pull ups, decline push ups, over hand supine pull ups, burpees, v-push ups) 2x4 min with 1 min rest b/w sets. Then did Tabata Leg routine(air squats, static lunge left, squat thrusts, static lunge right, jump squats, mt climbers, alt lunge jumps, sumo squat jump) 2x4 min with 1 min rest. Then did 2x20 yds bear crawl, 2x20 yds crab walk and 4x50 yds farmers walk with 5 gallon buckets if water. Stretches to cool down.
The crab walk and farmers walk kicked my butt. Overall great morning!

4/22/13 Workout

Good morning! My training kicked off today. Felt great being back out running. Especially since the temp was not in 20's and 30's. Could just wear shorts and sleeveless shirt to run/workout in. It was wonderful!
Today ran 4 miles in 37:13. I was not looking for speed, actually tried to run around 10 min/mile pace. With my runs right now, I am looking to build more endurance and cardiovascular. After my run finished with 50 squats, 150 chair bridges and stretches. Great way to start a day!