I know I’m following my plan pretty closely, I’ve skipped a few things here and there and have dropped my running mileage to avoid further running burnout BUT for the most part completing the key workouts--why am I still freaking out?
To compensate I’ve been psyching myself out of workouts (i.e. NOT getting up in the morning for weights and this morning swimming, which now I have to make up after work along with my ride and brick run) and SNACKING. Oh holy snacking. A wise-woman said to me the other day, “food is supposed to make you healthier and if you eat bad it will catch up to you! And not even necessarily in outward appearance. Your body and training and everything will thank you if you eat healthier.” Thank you everything tri-related Guru---so true. So, I am now on day two of "the healthy eating train" and I do feel better. I can tell I haven’t been eating healthy because I’m craving sugar---that usually only happens when I’ve been over eating sugar and now denying those overloaded amounts. Anyway, baby steps (hopefully in the opposite direction of the candy dish). So far, so good.
I think I’m doing enough but I’m feeling a bit of a plateau with my workouts. I had that one awesome week of 11+ hours and then I got sick and I haven’t been able to find that groove again. Blah. Rant OVER.
In other news, I’ve signed up for Girls on the Run. I’m really excited about meeting my running buddy, I meet her next week. The time commitment isn't much and I thought it might motivate my running. Anyone done this program and have stories to share?
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I thought about signing up for that, but wasn't sure how my foot would do. Although I hate children, I also want them to not suck when they get older, and it would've been kinda cool...but not this year! I hope you have a good time.
I need to get on the healthy eating train. My issues this week totally did me in. :( I like that quote about eating. I may have to print it and carry it around with me. Or tattoo it to my hand so I see it everytime I want to take a bite. ha ha.
You are doing great w/ your training! I promise! You'll get your groove back. There are ups & downs in every cycle.
This is too funny! I posted about Girls on the Run today as well! I'm not a running buddy (too injury prone and I won't be in town for the 5K) but I'm now on the Communications Committee for the Manhattan chapter! Very exciting! I can't wait to hear about your experience! I think GOTR is taking over!
I like the advice your guru gave you!
There's lots of stresses, but I always think that healthy eating and nice hard workouts will melt away the stress of the day. hang in there and keep your chin up!
GOTR is a great program but my two running buddy experiences were not so hot. First off, I think girls that age are kind of alien creatures and I don't know how to relate to them. But I wanted to help girls discover the joy of running and self-confidence so I volunteered to be a running buddy twice. Really, the Gazelle totally summed up my feelings about them in her comment brilliantly. Ha!
The first time, the girl was awesome. She didn't terrify me at all and we had a great time at our practice 5K. I was looking forward to our race day. Then, her flaky Mom let her sister have a sleep-over the night before and was too busy getting the girls home the next morning to get her daughter to the race on time. I ran with another girl whose running buddy couldn't make it and the girl had to run the race with her Dad well after everyone already started. The smiley happy girl looked very disappointed when she finished. She missed her big day with her friends.
The second time I got a girl who really needed a self-confidence boost. She seemed so sad and unmotivated and I tried, I really, really tried to get her to keep going and enjoy the race but she was having none of it. I tried to play Fartlek games, I tried skipping, I tried fast-walking, cajoling, laughing, everything I could and she just sullenly strolled the race. She could not be budged beyond a slug's pace and I couldn't get her to smile or seem like she had any fun. We were the last to finish and I was so frustrated I was almost in tears. The bright spot though was that her entire team waited for her at the finish line and cheered for her like she won the race. She finally lit up and ran (FINALLY!)and looked happy. I think she really felt like she fit in with those girls and I hoped the program gave her a confidence boost.
I am abandoning the running buddy thing and just helping out at the registration booth. I get to help a good program and not have to really interact with 11 year-olds. Best of all worlds.
Also, be aware that kids do not understand the concept of pacing themselves. You will be starting out at a dead sprint. I hope you have a great time. I am sure you will help inspire your running buddy and help them to not suck as adults.
Hey Alisa - don't be so hard on yourself. Good eating and good training does make you feel better but you can't expect to have it every week - it's the overall picture that counts and I think it sounds like you're doing fine there.
As for the Girls on the Run program - from your other commenters it sounds quite hard but worthwhile - give it a try, at least?
Ups and Downs, definitely been there. hang in there girl, you are doing great. Eating better will definitely help help, especially with the mind.
I hope the stress ease up for you soon!
Bad girl. I'm glad you've come back to your senses and are eating more sensibly. I usually do a pretty good job with that while training, but as soon as the race is over - It's on.
Don't stress. Your doing EXACTLY what you need to be doing. No more, no less. Keep it up. You still have a long way to go and you will be READY come race day! Promise.
Training schedules are meant to be adjusted and broken - you have a fantastic base and work ethic, and you're going to be great at Barb's.
I've heard only fabulous things about GotR - should be tons of fun!
It is early - keep doing what you are doing - that is what the plan calls for. We will be just fine.
Can't wait to hear about your GOTR!
I feel ya on the stress! There is so much new stuff with tri training that it can be overwhelming, but you need to stay positive! I focus on what my workouts are for the day that way I enjoy them and don't get overwhelmed with everything else I have to do later in the week. Keep up the good work!
Can't wait to here about your Girls on the Run experience!
I agree with Petra, don't be too hard on yourself. Focus on one workout at a time (instead of looking at the whole week and stressing about all of it) and you will do just fine.
Have fun with GOTR!
Don't worry, lady! I think you are doing totally awesome! I agree with everyone -- one day at a time!
I have always wanted to help out with GOTR but the days never work with my work schedule. Since I couldn't run for beans when I was a kid I'd love to keep the back-of-the-pack kid company.
Haha, quotes like that about healthy eating always inspire me to re-vamp my diet. Then I realize how many baked goods I eat on a daily basis and how I HATE giving them up. Sad times. I am addicted to sugar.
Don't feel stressed! You've been training like a fiend and rocking your workouts!
I don't think skipping a few workouts here or there will cause too much harm; you're definitely putting the work in!
I'm excited for the GOTR run next week! (There's a group of running buddies going to Hopworks afterward, if you're interested in joining!)
THat Girls on the Run program sounds pretty fantastic. What a great cause!
ahh that's awesome - I wanted to do GOTR but there wasn't a program in my town. We tried to get one started up but I hadn't heard anything back yet... hopefully we'll get one up and running soon. I know people that have done it, and it's such an awesome program!!! Have fun!!!! :)
Oh boy, I know what you mean. I had pizza for lunch and dinner today and I feel totally blah. That's what I get for being lazy!
Congratulations on signing up for Girls on the Run! How great!
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