From Fat to Triathlete

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I run, I ran, I am running

January 30, 2012

After fighting a cold for the last week, and not getting any running done, (I did walk every day….even when I didn’t want to) I decided that I had to get back into my training or I would be way behind.  So today, I ran.

I could have used this today

I could have used this today

I didn’t go as far as I had been before I got sick, nor did I go as fast, but I did more running (and less walking) than I thought I would.  That’s why I’m choosing to call this workout a big success!

The temperature was in the high 30′s, but after I get moving it’s not too cold, except for my feet.  These “toe shoes” are not built for warmth.  That said, I wouldn’t trade them for anything…even in the cold.  My long pants and sweatshirt are just perfect.

The numbers – I ran/walked 1.8 miles in 38 minutes which is a 21 minute mile.  I really want to get that pace down to a 10 minute mile by the Ironman, but will be happy with a 12 minute mile.

I have been doing some calculating in my head and am coming up with times that I would like to finish each leg of the triathlon in.  I’m even formulating my A, B and C goals.  I don’t think it’s too soon to start that, do you?  It keeps me motivated to keep going and pushing myself, so I doubt I’ll stop just yet.  Although, what does it say about me that I like doing math calculations in my head while I’m running?  I’m sure there is some deep psychological meaning to it all.  We’ll save that analysis for another day.

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Is Running the Cure for the Common Cold?

December 23, 2009

I have not been on a run since last Wednesday.  Instead, I’ve been coughing, blowing my nose and trying to breathe.  It’s a common occurance for me this time of year, the dreaded cold.  Usually knocks me out for a week or so.  But this year, since I’ve been doing more training and running, I feel like a total flake for skipping workouts.  Yesterday I tried to walk, made it a mile and then needed a nap.  I know there are some suggestions for working out in the midst of a cold, but I’m not sure what exactly they are, so I went to my trusty friend Google.

One article I read said that if your symptoms were all above the neck, it was ok to go ahead and exercise, but if you had a fever or symtoms below the neck – just stay on the couch.  It went on to say that even if you just have a head cold, be careful.  It didn’t take much for the cold to turn in to something more serious such as a sinus or bronchial infection.  And exercising with a sinus infection could lead to pneumonia or (in rare cases) respiratory failure. 

After further research, it seems that the advice given above is common to most exercising/health websites.  The final word on the subject seems to be that you should listen to your body.  If you just don’t feel up to it, don’t try.  All you will do is possible exacerbate the illness or at least prolong recovery.  With that said, I think I’ll head back to bed!

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