Week 6, Day 2

Tuesday, March 9, 2021 ~ So, last night at the park, I attempted to jog/walk with Ollie in the stroller. I don't know if it's just because I wasn't used to doing that or what, but it was wicked hard. I had to stop. Something about pushing it while running...I don't know, it was a whole different ball game. Anyone else struggling with this when you're used to just being on a treadmill. Anyway, I stopped the workout and walked for 3 miles instead, while Justin taught a tennis lesson. I resumed this workout today at the YMCA. It went like this: always starts with a 5 minute warm up walk. Then, 10 minutes of running, 3 minutes walking, then another 10 minutes of running. I got through the first 10 minute run, followed by the 3 minute recovery walk, and started the second 10 minute run. I got about 5 minutes into it and I just couldn't go anymore. I woke up with a sore lower back, and that wasn't helping things. I stopped my run and walked for about 3 minutes, then finished it off. I was bummed I didn't fully complete today's workout, so when the program ended, I kept going. I walked, quickly, for a while and did running intervals. 2 minute run, 2 minute walk, repeat. I did that for the next 25-30 minutes or so. I finished at an hour and my total distance was around 3.6 miles. Towards the end of my workout, one of the male trainers, Ed, came up to me and asked what program I was doing. I told him and he then asked if I'd be interested in having him customize a running workout for me as well as lifting. He's one of those Ironman guys and said he used to be a running coach. I told him I was already world class, and to move along. Kidding. If interested, he said to make an appointment and we'll get something going. Justin can join in too. We'll see. I would like some instruction on weight lifting, so I may do that. Anyway, it was a good workout! Lots of sweat! Til' next time!