Does it feel weird to anyone else to be writing about our week of workouts when there is so much going on right now? However, I think it’s important that we do what we can to keep up with some parts of our normal routines since so many other parts of our lives are probably far from “normal” right now. I know some are impacted by the Coronavirus more than others, and I feel grateful that I can keep on with my training, at least for now. Let’s talk about Frederick Half-Marathon Training Week 5.
My race is on May 3rd. As of right now, there are no plans to cancel or postpone the race. I know that can change but I am not sure when I would know. It’s so hard for everyone who has put in training for their races to have them cancelled or postponed. It’s not like you can really just sign up for one in a month, because we don’t know if things will be better at that time.
For now I will continue on with my half-marathon training, knowing that I may not be racing a half this spring. I would consider a virtual race or just running 13 miles hard on my own to test my fitness. After May I’m sure I will need a break from training and will want to start considering what I might do in the fall. There are a lot of unknowns, but at least I can run!
Weekly Rundown
Monday: Strength Training
Tuesday: Rest Day
Wednesday: 6.2 miles with 2 x 15 minutes at tempo pace + Core Work
Thursday: 3 Easy Miles + Yoga
Friday: Spinning + Strength Training
Saturday: 10 miles with last 2 hard
Sunday: 4 miles + Glute and Hip Exercises
Outdoor running
It was another week of all outdoor runs. It definitely feels good to be outside especially as the weather is getting more mild. I do wish there was more daylight in the mornings though! We have also been able to get out for walks later in the day too. Grayson has not been liking the stroller these days, so we’ve stuck to shorter walks rather than runs.
Tempo Run
This week instead of speedwork I did a a tempo run. I’ve been progressing my training from shorter intervals to longer ones, and now I’m getting into running longer intervals closer to race pace. I did this 2 x 15 minute workout over the summer when I was training for the Charles St. 12, and I remember it being very intimidating at the time. I was still a little nervous for how it would feel, but my paces were significantly faster. It felt challenging but manageable.
Long run
I did my long run on Saturday and it was a rough day overall. It was a couple days after all the Coronavirus news had been really getting out (finding out schools would be closed, races cancelled, etc) plus Grayson has been teething pretty bad and woke up at 4:20am. I heard him while I was downstairs pumping before my run. I thought Rob went in and got him to go back to sleep because I didn’t hear anymore crying. Turned out he ended up sitting in there with him until it was time to get up because he would not go back to sleep.
When I got back from my run at 6:40 I had a cranky toddler (and a tired husband) to help out with. I took over mom duties while Rob went out to about 5 stores to get supplies. (We were literally completely out of paper towels for probably the first time ever!) Finally Grayson took a 1.5 hour nap and everyone was feeling a little better after that. I did some foam rolling later on and we got outside for walk.
Yoga
I actually did a 23 minute yoga video this week, which felt really good! I thought I would share the link since sometimes people ask what videos I use. This is called Yoga for Runners: Injury Prevention. I used to use this video all the time a few years ago, and I forgot about it for awhile. It hits all the right spots and is a good length if you don’t want anything too long.
So that’s about it for my week of workouts! I will be working remotely this week, so I’m not sure if I will rearrange my workout schedule. Usually I avoid doing anything that will take too long on Mondays and Tuesdays because those are the days I go into the office and need to be showered and somewhat ready by 6. I’ll have to see how I feel because this was a pretty hard weekend of workouts and I want to make sure I am recovered well!
Run Happy Team
And in case you missed it on Instagram, I found out that I was accepted as a Brook’s ambassador on the Run Happy Team! It was nice to have some good news amid everything else going on this week.
[Tweet “Week 5 of training for the Frederick Half-Marathon is complete, but will I even have a race to run? We’ll see! @milebymilerun #halfmarathontraining”]
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How were your workouts last week?
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Congrats on becoming a Brooks ambassador!
Good that you continue to train for the half-marathon as if it was going to happen. After all, we run because we enjoy being outside and moving our bodies. Hopefully, you will get to race in the fall again.
All the best with working remotely this week!
Thank you! I found out my race was cancelled today but I will probably keep up with a similar running schedule. It’s hard not having a specific goal to work towards!
Whether your race happens or not, running and training are great stress relievers right now, when everything else is turned upside down. Congrats again on the Brooks gig!
Totally! My race was cancelled (as expected) but I know I will keep running anyway.
Congrats on being selected as a Brooks ambassador! You are right–good news is a welcome diversion right now!
Thanks! I’m clinging to anything positive right now!
Exactly, all we can do is control what we can control. I’m WFH until further notice, and I really don’t hate getting to spend a few weeks at home with my family. Because I don’t have to commute I can now do all of my runs outside, so that’s going to be great. I think my spring races will probably be canceled but I’m still going to train and stay in half marathon shape…it’s the journey not the destination.
It is definitely nice to be home more! My husband works in healthcare and still has to go in, so that adds some extra stress around here. As long as its warm enough to get outside for walks it will be ok!
Congrats on making the Run Happy team! Fingers crossed for your half. I’m hoping mine the end of June will be a go, I hadn’t signed up for the one in April & good thing as it turns out. I did email to cancel the hotel, but looks like I’ll have to break down & call them.
The most important thing is to stay healthy & happy (and have paper towels, right?).
Well I got an E-mail today that is was cancelled. I figured that would happen! But yep, health and happiness are what is important!
I also felt a little odd writing about my weekly workouts but then I thought it would be good to try to keep as much of a normal routine as possible.
Congrats on being selected for the Run Happy team! I made the switch to Brooks sneakers about 2 years ago and I’ve been so happy with them.
Brooks have been my go-to shoe for so long! I’m hoping to try out some new models this year.
My marathon is also on 3rd May and so far no cancellation. I’ll keep training as if it’s still on and if it is cancelled, I think I will just run the distance anyway. I’ve trained so long for this day so even if it means no medal, I’ll get it done!
Well I found out today my race is cancelled. They are cancelling just about everything for the next couple of months here. Thats great that you will still run the distance either way!
I just got word of my first cancellation (the race in Florida, on Saturday, which we aren’t going to be traveling to anyways). I agree…I think we need to go on with our workouts and training and keep some consistency in our daily routine. Congrats on the Brooks gig!!!
I found out this afternoon my race was cancelled. After hearing some news updates today I figured that would happen! But I definitely plan to keep up with my workouts anyway.
Congratulations on becoming a Brooks ambassador! That’s so exciting!
I have had to completely shut down my personal training business for the foreseeable future. I made the tough decision last night to also stop seeing my home gym clients after making the decision over the weekend to stop see PT clients and teaching clients at the gym. It broke my heart, but it’s the right thing to do. 🙁
I’m so sorry, but it does sound like the right thing to do. I really hope this doesn’t last too long!
good week despite all the strangeness going on! and congrats on becoming a brooks ambassador! All of our upcoming races are cancelled schools are closed, gyms, sports clubs, training groups, theaters, bars and cafes and… our borders and air space are about to be closed 🙁 I need to get in a groove to work out at home more. I am also currently rotating every other workday to go into the office (same people each time in case any one gets sick, it limits exposure).
even my parkrun launch is postponed until further notice 🙁
It’s such a stressful time! Workout out at home can be tough when you’re used to using a gym. I’m just trying to get fresh air when I can. It seems to help me feel better each day.
Congrats on the Brooks ambassador. So cool!! I can remember those tough mornings with cranky little ones. I’m not sure how the heck I survived on so little sleep! Now I have teens who sleep far too long! 😉
Haha I was on a call with some coworkers last week and a few of us have little ones that were up by 6 and others were saying their kids were still sleeping! (It was like 11am).