Greg Posted August 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2013 Guys, Occasional, Im so sorry to hear you are having a rough time I hope you feel better soon. Cat- Great to have you in the club! just quickly chiming in before heading out. been super busy, seeing relatives almost every day..went canoing and capsized twice in the lake. every chance i get I keep leaving them to go for a run. They all know I am doing the 12 mile a week thing. And my little nephew is always asking me how many miles i have to go. Everybody is getting in on the running thing. And we all entered into a 5k run this weekend. Anyway, I got 12 in! It is Friday..updates guys!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Posted August 2, 2013 Report Share Posted August 2, 2013 Way to go InRecovery and Occasional! I am at 11 miles and planning to go out on a run this afternoon to make it to 12 -- or beyond. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 2, 2013 Report Share Posted August 2, 2013 I'm so impressed by you all! I just tried to get creative on the treadmill since I'm kind of a slow runner. I decided I was going to run 3 songs much quicker than my normal pace, then walk a song. Maybe it was an excuse to walk a little too...ha. Anyway, by the end I thought my legs were going to stop working...wow. Still got 5.5 in (mostly running) so that puts me at 11 this week so far. InRecovery, that's very cool about your family getting in on it too! Occasional, sorry to hear about family drama. And Cat, so glad you joined us! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted August 3, 2013 Report Share Posted August 3, 2013 Thanks so much friends. Your support means a lot, and its also helpful also to write about working out, my relationship with my workouts, and their theraputic role in my life. Makes me wanna work out more! InRecovery I love that your family is asking about how many miles you've done so far! Cute! Haha now you have a little kid keeping you accountable in addition to us....lol. Yay Cat!! I'm so proud of you for instantly racking up those miles! So great to have you join us! Ashley I like your technique! I"m a slow runner too. Slow everything actually lol. Tortoise style! Hey it's not a bad way to be, I think that's how endurance goes. I've heard interval training like what you just did is actually really good for you. And you get to push yourself a little too. Amazing! GREAT JOB EVERYONE! Here's my update: Did another 4 miles and 10 push-ups tonight-- Bringing this week's total to: 50 push ups (met that goal for the first time!!!!) 16 miles (approx) 1 hour of hooping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 6, 2013 Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 Just checking in. I decided to get an early start this week for once. I did 6 miles on the treadmill in an hour with my new technique tonight. Felt amazing!!! Got that runner's high Let me know how you're all doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Posted August 6, 2013 Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 Ashley - that's awesome. I am so impressed by people who can run that far all at once. I can only go like 30 minutes at a time. Maybe I will try your technique on the next run. Anyway, I ran 3 miles exactly today and then rode my bike to meet up with a friend, about 6 miles round trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 6, 2013 Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 Cat, Well, it definitely wasn't all running, but it's taken me a good while to build up to it. Way to go Cat! I wish I had a bike! Great workout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted August 6, 2013 Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 Hooray! Let's see. I got an early start too. Saturday, I did a short 2.7 miles. Sunday I went for a hardcore 5 mile hike, fast paced, up a mountain, with a little running thrown in there but not much. Yesterday I ran 2.8 miles (I think). So, total mileage approx. 10 miles including hiking. 5 miles of running. I also already hit my 50 push-ups for the week! Feeling stronger! Great job everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motivation_Follows_Action Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 Ok I am officially going to stop reading this thread. You people make me happy/sad Let me edit myself: Happy for your amazing strength and determination; sad that I don't have it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Posted August 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 Just a quick check in guys. Its Friday. I am at 7 miles. Technically I could run 5 today, but tomorrow morning is my Charity 5K run (which is only 3.1 miles, lol) but i really don't want to have potentially really sore legs for tomorrow so im going to rest them up a little tonight. Hope everyone is making it to the 12 mile goal! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 It's not Friday! It's only Thursday! Unless you are overseas? Good to hear the update. I am at 9 miles for the week so far. Today was a first - I ran 3 miles without walking at all. I've also biked about 12 miles and done my lifting routine... once. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Good job Cat and InRecovery! I just did a mixture of walking/running outside for 3 miles, so that puts me at 9 for the week so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Posted August 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 It's not Friday! It's only Thursday! Unless you are overseas? Good to hear the update. I am at 9 miles for the week so far. Today was a first - I ran 3 miles without walking at all. I've also biked about 12 miles and done my lifting routine... once. Lol, don't know where my head is right now. Keep up the good work you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 YES!! You all inspire me! Great job Cat InRecovery and Ashley!!!!!! I surprised myself today--I ran 2 miles farther than I thought and now I'm up to 17 miles total for the week...12 of which were running, the rest were hiking. 60 push ups total. Happy Friday!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 You all are totally inspiring! So glad I finally joined this club. Just ran 3.3 miles putting me at 12.3 for the week. Time to celebrate and drink a beer (Is that allowed in this club?) Happy Friday! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Nice work Cat! I just did 3.5 miles at the gym...running at a much faster pace than usual, then walking some. I really like this type of cardio. Anyway, that means 12.5 for the week for me. It's almost 11 pm on Sunday, so I barely snuck it in....procrastination Great job all! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Nice work all! 4 miles and 25 push ups to start off the week! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Feeling stronger and more capable of running longer distances! I have our club to thank for this serious increase in my strength and endurance. Just ran 7.24 miles consecutively and I haven't run that far in, umm, years. I really pushed myself and it felt great. Once I got going and the endorphines were flowing I just decided to take the long way. Also, did 30 push ups. Maybe I'll aim for 100 for this week! How's everyone doing?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 That is SO impressive.....over 7 miles of consecutive running?! Daaaaamn girl I've done 0 this week so far, but I'll get on it tomorrow. I can't believe how much you've improved in this short period of time. Keep it up, woman! I'm curious...have you noticed a change mentally as well? I mean, I'm sure you have, I'm just curious as to how much of an impact the exercise has had on your mind. They aren't lying about exercise being an anti-depressant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeHereNow Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Thanks Ashley! I seriously can't believe it either! I think part of the reason I improved so fast is because it's become my main outlet. I take it all out on running and it really helps. I come home with a huge runner's high that I enjoy so much. I've started making it a habit, mainly for the overall mental benefits, so I go before I even start having a panic attack or otherwise feeling crappy. I'm also taking klonopin and wellbutrin, so it's hard to pinpoint what's meds and what's from exercise, but I think that running has been helping me with everything. Running used to be my only medication, way back when. Hopefully one day it will again. I've been sleeping better and longer. (Being alcohol-free helps with this too.) While running, I get a lot of good thinking done. (Especially if I'm on a trail or someplace beautiful.) It's very meditative. I think it definitely does help with anxiety, (though there are exceptions, like if I'm having a really major panic attack.) Instant mood boost that lasts. I think it is definitely a natural antidepressant. I feel better about myself, more comfortable in my own skin. Feeling/being strong helps me with my body image issues. Why worry about my size or weight when my body is strong? Soo, good question Ashley! What about you? Do you think it's helping? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Love that response! And yes, I agree with all of it. My problem is I haven't quit made it my main outlet for stress. I think I let myself get a little anxious or depressed first, when just picking up and running or walking before that happens is ideal, because it works wonders. Anywaaaaay.... I just did 5 miles outside. I'll be honest...a good chunk (like half) of it was walking, so I'm at 5 for the week 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley6 Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Cat and InRecovery, How are you two doing this week? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greg Posted August 15, 2013 Report Share Posted August 15, 2013 sorry i have been SO MIA!!! i was crazy busy with family. I am finally back at school. I wanted to tell you all about my first 5K run too. there were 80 people. but first i have to go run. I am only at 3 miles and it is thursday. edit - i have to post as Greg again because my InRecovery account is having posting issues again..still me though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greg Posted August 15, 2013 Report Share Posted August 15, 2013 4.5 miles in 91 degree heat. whew!! up to 7.5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greg Posted August 15, 2013 Report Share Posted August 15, 2013 5K was great guys. It was a "Go for the Gold" run for the mens Olympic Rowing Team. They were all there signing posters and taking photos. And teaching people how to use the rowing machine. They just won the Gold in this years World Cup. Everyone BOLTED in the beginning of the run. And i was like WHAT??? I thought would be more of a liesurely type job. I was so slow. I was just really not expecting everyone to be running so fast. The fastest time was 6:59 a mile. I finished with 9:20 a mile in the middle but the lower part of the middle LOL. Double LOL. because in the pack there were runners who started 10 minutes LATE and there were also ones running with baby carriages. I NEED to work on my SPEED. I just run too slow i guess and I am not pushing myself hard enough. I am just trying to get the distance in, and not really paying attention to how fast i am running. But that has to CHANGE. Spent the rest of the day picnicing, playing baseball, cards, kayaking and tennis. Was lots of fun! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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