This was another good week of training for the Charles Street 12! I was happy to have a plan to follow, or else I think my training would have been all over the place It’s also helped me to keep up with the little things, like stretching and core work.
While for the most part the weather was better this week, Sunday’s run was still pretty humid. I did one treadmill run just out of convenience, one stroller run, and the other two were outside solo. Just over 21 miles for the week!
Postpartum Training: 6 Weeks to the Charles Street 12
Monday: Rest
I needed a break after getting back from being away and trying to adjust to being back at work!
Tuesday: Strength Training
I started week 2 of my strength training plan and got this done early in the morning.
Wednesday: 3 miles
This was an optional run, but I felt like running after 3 days off. I did this on the treadmill so I could save time and keep the baby monitor with me.
Thursday: 5 mile tempo run
This run went really well! The weather cooperated and I felt ready to run. The workout was a 10 minute warm up, then 4 x 5 minutes at 7:50-8:10 pace, and a cool down.
Friday: Strength Training
I got in my second strength training session of the week along with a short walk outside.
Saturday: 3.25 miles (stroller run)
We headed out for a family run with the stroller. Rob did most of the pushing. I probably did the last mile or so. We haven’t run with it too much yet and I am still adjusting. There are so many turns around here and I find my arms get really tired from steering it. (There’s a lock on the front wheel so it doesn’t move, which makes turning really challenging).
Sunday: 10 mile long run
My first postpartum double digit run! The distance didn’t feel long at all. It was the humidity early on that got me. As the sun came up it became less humid, even though it was warmer out. I brought water with me and took 2 gels (miles 4 and 8). Typically I would probably only take 1 on a 10 miler but I feel like I really need to work to keep up my calories now that I’m running more and still breastfeeding.
Total: 21.25 miles
Training now just feels so different from before. I used to “front load” my workouts each week (usually getting in a quality workout on a Monday) and by Sunday I would have all my runs done and it would be a rest day. Now I need to prioritize my days off and it’s much easier to take a rest day or strength train on the days I go into the office.
I’m feeling pretty good about running 12 miles in about a month, but I have no idea if I will actually be able to “race” it. I think my race plan will be greatly impacted by the weather that day.
How were your workouts last week?
Do you have days you prefer to run or rest?
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Congrats on hitting double digits! That’s always a great milestone. I think you’ll be great at your race. Grayson looks like such a smiley, good-natured baby!
Thanks! And yes, he is!
You have really bounced back to training really well! Nice job getting in that 10 miler in the heat this weekend. Thanks for linking up with us
Now that I’m back to training it seems like my fitness came back pretty quickly, but for awhile there I felt like it would never come back!
All that running you did during your pregnancy has sure paid off! I’m excited to see how well you do at your race!
It’s crazy how long ago that feels now! But yes, I am sure it did help!
Great job, especially on your first double digit postpartum run!
Does your jogging stroller have an adjustable front lock? We have the Thule Urban Glide and the front lock can be turned off.
Yep, it can be turned off and we turn it off when walking or maneuvering it around the house. I am confused though, because I thought you were supposed to keep it locked when running. Have you found anything that says differently? (That’s the stroller I have too!)
Excellent job on a great week! I try to always do my long run on Saturdays…and I usually am able. I typically also do a short recovery run on Sundays (2-4 miles), but that’s easy to get done and still make it to church without feeling like napping immediately.
Yea the long run can be pretty exhausting, and these days theres no post-run naps like there used to be!
Great job! I’m sure when race day comes you’ll do awesome – those instincts always seem to come back! Now that I am expecting a little one, I have so many questions – I’d love to get a jogging stroller but have no clue where to begin. Would you recommend the one that you use?
I had no idea you were expecting! Congratulations!! I am still just getting used to the stroller but so far I like it. If you plan to use a jogging stroller alot I would start by comparing the Thule and Bob. Those are the two big ones and they are pretty comparable with a few differences. If you dont think you will use it much there are less expensive ones. We plan to use this for more than just running, and hope to use it for running for a few years, so hopefully it will be a good investment.
Great job this week! You are doing to do so well on your race. Your baby is adorable!
Thanks so much!
Congrats on reaching that milestone (LOL). I wasn’t active when my kids were babies so I admire how you fit it all in. He is such a cutie!!
First time commenting but we always unlock the front wheel when running.
Oh really? I was worried it would move around too much. Everything I’ve read said to lock the front wheel so thats what we did. Good to know!
What a great role model you are as to how running through pregnancy will pay off! Amazing!
Thanks! I definitely think it helped with my return to running!