NYC Half Marathon Training Week 1

The good news is, I survived last week both from a physical and professional stand point. It was my first true week of half marathon training. I’m a little late to start but better late than never, right? In addition, the fact that I was able to log each of my workouts while still balancing the busiest week of work I’ve experienced gives me hope.

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Last week’s workouts were as follows:

Monday: 4 miles on the treadmill

Tuesday: Personal training session (read more about the break up decision here)

Wednesday: Barry’s Bootcamp 

Thursday & Friday: accidental rest days

Saturday: 6 miles on the treadmill at a 1.0 incline and half marathon pace

Sunday: 4 mile run to brunch with Theodora 

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Even though I had one more rest day than originally planned, I still logged quality workouts which left me feeling strong and back on track from a training stand point. After all, I have a half marathon on March 17th in which I’m trying to PR. While I know that I feel like I’m in the best shape ever, I am still wary of failure.

But, I think that my run coach, Gia’s plan and suggestions for the next few weeks will get me back to a place of confidence. The key to my running over the next seven weeks is to ensure that I get back outside and into the park for the majority of my runs. It’ll be tough considering the elements and my upcoming travel to Geneva and a tropical location for Theodora’s birthday, but I have to remember that every outdoor run will make March 17th easier. Luckily, I have people like Ashley B and Jess who inspire me to get back outside on a daily basis through their fun pictures! (picture via Jess)

New Year's Eve Run

This week’s schedule includes a 4 mile run in Central Park and 8 miles outside in the cold on Saturday! In addition, for your enjoyment, this week’s training schedule also comes with a theme song.

Scream & Shout (feat Brittney Spears) – will.i.am

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10 Comments

  1. Ashley January 29, 2013 / 2:53 am

    Loving this song! It is definitely going on my running playlist! Good luck with training. I have a half coming up in 3 weeks that I’m hoping to PR myself!!!

    • ashleyd January 29, 2013 / 11:04 am

      Ashley isn’t it such a fun song! It definitely pushed me through a mile on the treadmill this weekend!

  2. Lindsay January 29, 2013 / 3:14 am

    I’ve noticed you’ve been going to Barry’s Boot Camp a lot recently and would love to hear more about the workout! Did you feel comfortable giving up your trainers knowing that Barry’s was just as good?

    • ashleyd January 29, 2013 / 11:04 am

      Lindsay, After another few classes I will discuss Barry’s in more details. We originally planned to only do that 1 time per week but we got a great special and are enjoying it 2 times per week right now. I think Barry’s helped but also having confidence in the moves our trainers taught us over the year helped too!

  3. Theodora January 29, 2013 / 4:23 am

    My only other request for my bday is a long run!

    • ashleyd January 29, 2013 / 11:04 am

      Ha, we’ll see about that request. I make zero promises but will plan to do one. 🙂

  4. Kathy Q January 29, 2013 / 1:40 pm

    Nice job on balancing training with a busy work week. That is not easy!

  5. Mrs. C. January 29, 2013 / 2:15 pm

    I love that song too!! So, you’re doing the D.C. half? I wanted to do that but the logistics of flying out on Friday night are too tough. I can’t wait to hear all about it though! Nice job on the start of your training!

  6. Ashley Running Bun January 29, 2013 / 2:41 pm

    I love that song. Also Calvin Harris & Florence “Sweet Nothing” makes me want to run forever. Thanks for including me 🙂 I only get out there in that disgusting cold when I have someone to meet for a run! I wish I could have made that brunch/run. Sounded like you had a good time!

  7. kalli January 30, 2013 / 2:39 am

    it is most definitely a small world! my running partner and neighbor is Gia’s step mom! infact, gia is coaching her step mom to run a marathon right now 🙂

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