Running Coach Update - Week 11- Running is HARD!

[KSH]

Well, you are right. So many people don't learn how to run. But most can just do it... and it works out just fine for them... no injuries and they run fast. Unfortunately, my body doesn't work that way! HA!


I ran for the first time on Sunday (outside of my appointments). My task was to run 400 meters (1 time around the track), 5 times. YEA! RIGHT???!!!

I tried, but couldn't make it. So, I would run the straight away's and walk the curves. Even that was so taxing on me. It was really, really hard.

Tonight I run 150 (staight away with 1/2 a curve) yards x 12. We will see how it goes.

My coach doesn't understand how poor my cardio is for running at this point.

[KSH]

Well... I went and ran my 12, 150's around the track.

WOW! I am going to be FAST ladies! I think my money on my coach has been well spent.

True, I can't run much more than 150 without walking... but once my cardio gets up to par... WATCH OUT!

My boyfriend timed me on a 150, and IF I could keep that pace, I will be running a 5:30 minute mile!

Obviously, I won't be able to keep my 150 speed... but it's looking very realistic that I will be running under 10 minute miles- EASY! (Well, easy with a whole lot of work and effort, and huffing and puffing!)

I'm suppose to run again tonight (Wed), but OMG... my muscles are sore. And I need to run Thursday with my coach.

So, I may just do drills tonight. I hate to skip my yardage though, as every workout is one step towards running a 5K by 9-17-06.

Unfortunately, the cycling is having to take a backseat to my running... but I got to focus on cycling for the past 3 months. I'm still going to be able to ride 2 days a week.

[Dr. C]

I've been looking for a running coach, where did you find yours?
I would like to improve my 10 min mile pace. I can run forever, it's just really slow!!!! I thought do a marathon would help ....you know improve my endurance and all, but I'm only a little bit faster!

[KSH]

I've been looking for a running coach, where did you find yours?
I would like to improve my 10 min mile pace. I can run forever, it's just really slow!!!! I thought do a marathon would help ....you know improve my endurance and all, but I'm only a little bit faster!

Well, I found mine in the back of local sports/fitness magazine. I would recommend him, but I live in Dallas, TX.

Ask around the sports clubs out there, I bet you can find someone in your area.

For some, being fast running... is all about form. Then again, some people are pretty darn fast with sloppy form.

Good luck!

[chickwhorips]

For some, being fast running... is all about form. Then again, some people are pretty darn fast with sloppy form.

then there are the others of us that are just slow and steady.

[KSH]

then there are the others of us that are just slow and steady.

Slow and steady wins many times! I use to be slow and steady before my injuries. In the end, it's all about what works for you.

I would have kept going slow and steady if it weren't for the lower leg pain.

[chickwhorips]

I would have kept going slow and steady if it weren't for the lower leg pain.

im having problems again with my leg pain. its frustrating! its a bit sore when im running now, but goes away a few hours after i'm done.

i just want to run! is that to much to ask for?