Another week is complete, and my legs are well aware that we are in the peak weeks of training. This week was all about running on tired legs. By the time Saturday’s 20 miler came around I was feeling the effects of the other workouts of the week. I drove down to the city for my long run, so I had a bit of a break from the hills which helped, although I did include a few hills during the middle miles.
Monday: 6 miles easy, core/hip exercises
Tuesday: 9 mile tempo run: 2 mile warm up (1 mile at 8:30, 1 mile at 8:10) x 3, 1 mile cool down
Wednesday: Strength training, core/hip exercises
Thursday: 6 mile easy, core/hip exercises
Friday: 8 miles with middle 6 at MGP
Saturday: 20 miles at 9:15 pace
Sunday: Rest/recovery
Total: 49 miles
There were pros and cons to making the drive to the city for my long run. It was nice to be able to start early without having to wear a headlamp! And there are so many great areas to run down there, so I didn’t have to make loops like I do in my neighborhood. I also parked near a coffee shop and was able to get a bagel sandwich and iced coffee and soon as I finished my run. The worst part was driving home after that long of a run- my hips were so tight sitting in the car!
This upcoming week will be little lighter with the Baltimore Half Marathon next Saturday. Then it’s back to work for a few more weeks of training!
Congrats to everyone who raced this weekend!
How were your workouts last week?
If you raced, how did it go?
Any tips for driving after finishing a long run?
Linking up with HoHo Runs and MissSippiPiddlin for the weekly wrap!
I rarely drive right after a long run – ouch! You had an awesome week – 20 miler means things are getting serious 🙂
I don’t drive after long runs but sometimes after a race, if I went myself, omg – my legs tighten up, especially my calves! I don’t know what to advise on it, im sure that all of the drinking of water/electrolytes and having a banana first would still leave us stiff if we drive to soon after a long run/race.
I would’ve devoured that breakfast sitting next to me long before I arrived home. That takes major will power. Props to you 🙂
Yes! Oh that feeling of running on tired legs when the mileage peaks…ugh! I just started my taper and I was so excited for it 🙂
YAY for reaching the taper! I am starting to look forward to mine in a few weeks:) I can’t wait to see how your race goes!
When I drove home the day after Twin Cities (9 hour drive) it was both a blessing and a curse–I rested, at least! My ass pretty much seized up after the marathon this weekend and I had to have it bludgeoned back to life, but I’m not sore at all because of it!
I hate to get in the car right after a long run, I hate trying to get out of it even worse! Looks like a super week! I ran a 5 mile race early Sunday morning and it was a lot of fun! Have a great week!
Ouch! Driving after a race is bad enough and the longest car ride I’ve done post race is like 10 minutes (local CT races, or the Disney bus). No idea how to combat that but I feel for you 😉 I will say I’ve had to be on the subway for 1/2 hour after a race but I actually walk up and down in the cars if they’re not too crowded (never are on Sunday morning heading uptown…)
I would do the same thing on the subway! I think at long as you can move a little its not as bad..the problem with driving is being stuck in the same position the whole time.
Ugh, my hips always get tight after driving after my runs too. Once I get home I make sure to stretch my hip flexors. Have you raced the Baltimore half marathon before? I’m thinking about signing up for it next year–I really want a fall race!
I’ve done the Baltimore half 3 times and the full once! Let me know if you have any questions about it!
Your training is going so well – congrats on a strong 20 miler! I drive to my long run also and have to do some quick hip stretches before I get in the car. My hips lock up so much otherwise!
I definitely should have stretched a bit more before my drive home!
I think you are a GENIUS for parking near the bagel shop. I think we should all take a page from your book and park near a yummy shop for our next long run! You got in some great mileage this week! And I see you are wearing your compreshies… good girl! I should have worn mine today but I didn’t. I have a cut on my ankle and it is BAD so that is my excuse.
I think once it gets colder we will be in our compression socks even more! I’m still not wearing boots often enough to be able to wear them to work regularly;)
You’re really rocking your training! Awesome job on your 20 miler. It would be hard to sit after that! When I have had to drive after longer runs, I wear compression socks to help with circulation as I am sitting but other than that, I don’t know of anything else that would help. I am like you and get up early to get my runs in so right now I am running in the dark a lot! Hope your week is off to a great start!
Compression socks are so great for traveling after a long run or race!
Great job on the high mileage week! You’re almost there!
Thanks!
Great week of training! I also find it hard to drive after a long run..I don’t mind sitting in a car that much, but for some reason-being the one who is actually doing the driving is a whole lot harder! 🙂
Its SO much harder to be the driver! I like to be able to spread out and move around as needed:)
Congratulations on your 20 miler! I don’t mind driving somewhere for a long run knowing that I’ll be able to hop in car and get right home. What about taking the stick with you for afterwards? A nice compliment to a foam roller since you won’t be able to do that outside.
Bringing the stick is a good idea! Although it’s usually the sides and back of my hips that feel tight, which are hard to get into with the stick…but it would still be good to loosen the quads and hamstrings!
How many more weeks left of marathon training? When is your goal marathon? I can’t remember. You did so well on that 20 miler. SO well. I love the BAMF picture in the mirror. Woohoo!
The marathon is Nov 22, so like 5 1/2 more weeks of training I think? But I keep telling myself just a couple more weeks until the taper:)
Lisa, what a great week!! You are doing awesome and you’ll be at race day in no time; kudos to you for sticking with your strength and core work while also running so many miles. I know it can be tough to continue fitting those in and I’m going to have to make sure I create the time to do them myself. How far do you have to drive to get to your running destination? I only have to drive/ride for about 10-15 minutes, so I don’t usually have much trouble; you might try to put one leg (your left one) into like an Indian-style position while you’re using the right one for the gas/brake pedals? Probably not the safest option, but, hey… 😉
I usually don’t drive to my running destination, but this weekend was just to get a change of scenery and find a good place to do a 20 miler:) Thats a good idea to sit like that, I’ll have to see if I feel like I can still drive safely… Luckily it was only about a 20 minute drive, so it was over pretty quickly!
Wow, you had an awesome pace on your 20 miler and I agree, genius for parking near a bagel shop! I could so see myself doing that! My hips to get tight after a long run. It’s a double edge sword with a long ride after a long run. I do get rest, but I tend to also get stove up. Thanks for linking up with us this week! 🙂
I hurt so bad after sitting in the car. I had a long spin class Saturday and Sunday was my rest day. I would have inhaled that sandwich you are so strong.. That is a great pace. Way to go. A great week of mileage.
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Great runs and super mileage! I hate driving after a long run :/ I love following your training because you do such great workouts and have good timing with build-up and everything. I had my marathon this weekend and it turned out pretty great overall! I’ll have a recap up tomorrow 🙂
I owe all the credit for my workouts to my coach:) It’s been so nice to not have to decide on my own workouts this time around!
Great job on the 20 miles!!! It’s so inspiring to read about anyone running further than 13. I often have to get in the car after a long run to drive home; this weekend we have to do that from PA to NY. There is sure to be some cramping up there!!
That’s the worst! I hope its not too bad for you!
Way to go on that 20-miler! You are a strong woman being able to sit next to your food and coffee without touching it on the drive home. I would have had everything devoured before I pulled into my parking garage! 🙂
Oh I definitely got to work on the coffee:) I just wasn’t coordinated enough to start eating an egg sandwich while driving!
I had trouble with my hips earlier this year. Sitting anywhere, especially at work, was awful. I would imagine getting into the car right after a very long run like that would be killer. But, it is nice to run somewhere different and I love the idea of parking near the coffee shop. The thought of coffee has gotten me through many runs. Good luck at the Baltimore Half! Thanks for linking up with us today.
Thanks! I have a tough time with sitting after any sort of tough workout or long run. I feel so much better when I am moving around!
Looks like training is going great! My training got totally derailed by 100 degree days and a crazy work schedule (again). But really hoping I run into you at the BRF next Saturday!! And happy birthday!
Thank you!! Will you be hanging out a bit after the race? I should be getting down pretty early and staying for a while after depending on how I feel.
Yes! We’re staying in Baltimore the night before so will probably just head to the start line right before, but I’ll definitely be hanging out for a bit after! (Though you’ll be done well before me!)
I had to drive 5 hours home after the St. Louis RNR half marathon and I was so sore. Poor hips. My advice is not to do that, ha!
My half marathon this Sunday went pretty well considering I drove 4ish hours the day before and had 2 intense workouts.
Fabulous long run !! And what a post-run treat. I wouldn’t of been able to make it home to eat with a yummy egg sandwich in the car… I think it would’ve been devoured on the drive!
It wasn’t easy, that’s for sure:)
Great week of training! I do most my long runs close to home, so I haven’t experienced having to drive home. Good luck on your half this weekend!
Tips for driving after a long run? Don’t do it, lol. I drove home from VA Beach after a half marathon that I really raced and OMG it was the worst mistake I have ever made. It was horrible!