Training for the Annapolis Half Marathon continues! I can happily say that I’m well on my way as I prepare for this race – so I’ll give you a recap on my latest week of training.
Today I’m linking up at Wild Workout Wednesday with Annmarie at The Fit Foodie Mama, Angelena Marie at Angelena Marie: Happy, Healthy & Balanced, Michelle at Fruition Fitness, and Nicole at Fitful Focus! Check out their blogs for some great workouts!
Workouts for the Week:
Wednesday 10/21: Rest day.
Thursday 10/22: I had a 3-mile run on tap, and it went pretty well – you could even say it was speedy! It’s crazy how much easier 3 miles seems compared to 4-mile runs.
Friday 10/23: No workouts, but a lot of errands – the laundromat, shoe shopping (for work), grocery shopping. Then in the evening I got to watch the Kansas City Royals clinch their spot in the World Series for the second year in a row!
Saturday 10/24: 9-mile long run on the gorgeous Forbidden Drive! It was fantastic. Now, I did have some hip pain around mile 5, so I know I need to really focus on my hips more than ever. The time went by really fast! Then we had 2 softball games. Thankfully, this week was a lot more fun, and I got an RBI! I’ve been striking out all season so it was great to finally get on base.
Sunday 10/25: We went back to the Wissahickon for a 3-mile run. This time, we went off the beaten path on one of the trails in the hills – and it was really tough! The views, however, were absolutely gorgeous and more than once I stopped to take it all in. I also knocked out some push ups.
Monday 10/26: No running. Since my hips are worrying me, I did 30 clam shells on each side. They were really tough, so that explains a lot. Weak hips are the worst!
Tuesday 10/27: Finally made it to Core Fusion Class. We spent a good amount of time on the Bosu ball, which is always a killer! Whatever balance I used to have is gone! But at least I’m working on getting it back. I was going to run when I got home from work, but I was feeling lazy/tired…maybe I can blame the 4 hours of sleep the night before? Pushups and clam shells will have to do.
Week 2 Report Card:
Considering that I did the Tough Mudder a little over a week ago, I’m feeling great! Thankfully, my hip pain has subsided, but I know that I need to add clam shells as a routine workout. Leg raises wouldn’t hurt either.
When it comes to running, I really enjoyed this past week and felt strong! Coach Kristy would say I went out too fast, but I just wanted to remember what it feels like to really push myself. And my knees didn’t bother me on any of my runs, which is always a relief. I’ll get back to my regular good behavior this week – I promise!
Grade for Week 2? A-. I really have no complaints! Let’s hope I keep this up as my long runs get longer and I get back to speed work! Looking at the course for the Annapolis Classic Half Marathon, I may need to practice on hills too!
How have your workouts been this past week?
You had a really good training week. I hope your hip pain subsides, it can be so painful. I get it also once in a while,. Stretching helps me tons.
Thanks, Ilka! I do need to spend more time stretching and foam rolling after all of my runs, not just the long ones. I’m sure that would help! And I need to get a lacrosse ball!
Glad your hip is feeling better. I agree the running temps and views lately have been beautiful. Have a great rest of your week!
You too, Deborah!
Looks like a solid week of workouts! Mine haven’t been that great, I’m being kind of lazy in between marathon training cycles right now though I should be working on strength training.
Thanks, Bri! I always want to work on strength training but get VERY lazy about it. It’s always tough when you’re in between training.
definitely practice hills! Annapolis half is hilllllly! I am actually going to be running the Philadelphia half that weekend so we’ll be ships passing in the night. Great week of training!!
Grrr our timing. Philly half should be awesome for you! I haven’t done hill workouts since the spring, so I need to start getting back at it.
I suffer from hip pain too. Keep up those clamshells for sure! And great week of training.
Thanks, Jen!
LOVE that photo! You look so happy. I have hip pain occasionally and it seems to happen when I over-stride so I try to concentrate on keeping my stride a bit shorter.
So glad your hip is feeling better!!! Sounds like you had a fantastic week of training!!
Great week. I too have weak hips. I’ve been trying to do more for that and I do think it’s helping but it’s a slow process. I can really tell when I’ve had a tough run, I feel it in my hips more than anything.
Weak hips are what got me in my ITBS mess. Keep strengthening them!
Random but I love that grey top with the thumb holes..it looks cute, comfy, and great for fall! Where is it from?
Woohoo for a great week of training! Glad your hip pain has subsided 🙂
I sprained my ankle on Saturday so my workouts have been nothing. 🙁 It’s starting to feel better, although I’m not sure when I’ll be good to go back to workouts..I’m just taking it as it goes. Looks like you had some great runs and I love doing clamshells for my hips/IT band.
You did awesome! Crushin’ it, girl! But uhh… the Royals? psh… GO METS! ;-P
Super glad your hip pain has gone down! Way to go this week 🙂
Wow! Awesome week of training! I like that you grade how you week goes, I may have to start using that method. It is always really nice to have a week where you enjoyed training and feel confident! I am happy for you that the week went so well!
What a great week of training! Keep it up and I’m sure you’ll have a great race next month!
I hope your hip feels better soon! looks like a great week of workouts! good luck!
Happy to hear that your hip is on the mend. Love the off road picture youre doing great! Stay strong
Sounds like your training is going well! I totally know what you mean about weak hips– I’m right there with you. I should add clam shells to my routine too.
Hips are my problem area too! Add in some fire hydrants and kick backs!!
9 miles in week 2? That’s awesome!! I am re-starting up now after Chicago MArathon and plan on doing a 6 mile “long run” next weekend then getting back up in the 8-10 mile range. We’ll see how it goes!
Well, I’ve kind of been race training continusouly August when I was focused on the Tough Mudder, so it’s only really been 2 weeks since focusing on the half – so I’m not that awesome, haha! Chicago must have been an amazing experience – I’d love to run it one day!
Nice job being proactive about your hips. Clamshells and leg lifts are my go-tos when my hips bug me, too.