I know some days are better than others, but this run was really hard and humbling---I knew right from the get go that my heart was not in it. I was meeting the mother.runnersthis afternoon at Cheesequake State Park and I was really looking forward to the new running route---I had downloaded the park map ahead of time and was looking forward to the run like a first date---but alas, I knew a mile in that this was not going the way I planned. I was holding all my tension in my neck and shoulders and despite trying to loosen up, I just could not. On top of it I felt dizzy/lightheaded and felt like I could have easily vomited at mile 3. I really felt like I should have thrown in the towel at 3 miles, but I muscled through---7 miles was on my training plan for today and with the kids off the next two weeks for Spring break---I need to get the runs in when/where I can.
The last mile was torture--the tension and dare I say it---PAIN settled in my left mid back area---thankfully I could call it a day a mile 7. Sitting here now, I still feel a little dizzy---loading up on H2O---I think I was dehydrated.
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Overall my pace was OK--10:38, but I expected an 7 mile run to feel easier now that I have been putting the miles in----HUMBLING---will it ever feel easier? or can I just chalk this up to a bad day/run?
I'm curious, which Garmin do you have and are you pleased with it? I've been looking at them online and there are no stores that have them near where I live, so I can't play with them in person before I buy one.
Thanks, ladies. Sunflower Kisses, this was fast for me too---I really think if I had run at a more comfortable pace (for me; I know it is all relative) it would have gone better.
Amanda, I purchased the Garmin 305 about 4 months ago and I already feel like I got my moneys worth--I am a huge gadget geek and I love sifting through all the glorious data:)---OK, you get the picture.
I did a comparison between the garmin 305 and the recent smaller/more expensive model the garmin 405---I really almost purchased the 405 just because the size and color choices until I noticed that all the runner sites that compared the products seemed to be in favor of the 305 (easier-reliable-love it-price-and the 405 has a "touchy" bevel---were just some of the things I keep seeing over and over). One of the ladies I run with had the 305--it is her picture on Amazon (link below) where she shows that it is not too big---she has her arm across her chest. I ordered from Amazon and it arrived in days---super easy to set up. I LOVE it---it is still motivating--meaning I look forward to running with it just to get more data:)
The 305 is the one I've been leaning toward. I've been reading reviews too and seeing the same thing about the 405. I like the fact that the 305 is waterproof. Thanks for the input, it helped. :)
I caught the bug in August 2009. I had NEVER run before that. In fact, I was pretty sure that I hated running; bamboo under the fingernails was more appealing to me. That being said----I gave it a try. I started the couch 25K program (incremental running) and I was hooked. In fact, June 2011 I became certified RRCA running coach; I want to share my passion for running with everyone.I love running outside (love/hate relationship with my treadmill) and I LOVE running with friends. The more the merrier!
I am a mother of 3 boys, a nurse and lactation consultant (RN, MSN, LCCE, IBCLC), business owner (http://www.thelactationlady.com/), RRCA Certified Running Coach, wife, and I AM A RUNNER!
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I'm curious, which Garmin do you have and are you pleased with it? I've been looking at them online and there are no stores that have them near where I live, so I can't play with them in person before I buy one.
At least you finished what you set out to do, so kudos for that! :) You also made some decent pace - a pace I wish I can sustain for 7 miles.
Thanks, ladies. Sunflower Kisses, this was fast for me too---I really think if I had run at a more comfortable pace (for me; I know it is all relative) it would have gone better.
Amanda, I purchased the Garmin 305 about 4 months ago and I already feel like I got my moneys worth--I am a huge gadget geek and I love sifting through all the glorious data:)---OK, you get the picture.
I did a comparison between the garmin 305 and the recent smaller/more expensive model the garmin 405---I really almost purchased the 405 just because the size and color choices until I noticed that all the runner sites that compared the products seemed to be in favor of the 305 (easier-reliable-love it-price-and the 405 has a "touchy" bevel---were just some of the things I keep seeing over and over). One of the ladies I run with had the 305--it is her picture on Amazon (link below) where she shows that it is not too big---she has her arm across her chest. I ordered from Amazon and it arrived in days---super easy to set up. I LOVE it---it is still motivating--meaning I look forward to running with it just to get more data:)
http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Forerunner-Receiver-Heart-Monitor/dp/B000CSWCQA
The 305 is the one I've been leaning toward. I've been reading reviews too and seeing the same thing about the 405. I like the fact that the 305 is waterproof. Thanks for the input, it helped. :)
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