G'Town and Back

I've had a couple of really good days of running and pilates. I'm actually a little bit surprised at myself. I did a long run (10 miles) that included running to the base of the Capital Crescent trail along the Potomac with TK. We tried the Galloway method or 7-8 minutes of running and then one minute of walking. Sure my legs felt fine and I felt faster during those 7-8 minutes, but overall it felt slower to me. I know it's a psychological thing tough. I also did a pilates class at the gym. They changed instructors (and I liked the old instructor) and the new girl went right into it and didn't really believe in resting between sets. So overall, my core is sore! (Yes, bad puns abound). And then this morning I did my typical 3 mile loop with JW. I had to drag myself out of bed, but at least I went.

So, how did I reward myself after yesterday's long run? Ate a pint of Ben and Jerry's. I'm thinking my 20 in 2010 is going to be hard to reach.....so long as I reach for the B&Js.

X-training

During one of my runs this week, I got to talking about cross-training -- how I need to do more of it. OK, do some cross-training. I use to be much better about finding time to go to pilates or doing some weight work, but I have let it slide. With my work schedule constantly changing, I've found a midday class that is fun and gives me a good workout. It's not Zumba (which, yes, I've heard is great). It's a stability ball class. I just thought it would be an easy flexibility/core building class. But this class kicks my a@@! I was sore for two days after the first class I took. It's lost of arm work, core and balance. It's also a lot of fun.

Morning 3 Miler

I ran this morning with JW. It was the normal 3.3 mile loop. It was a great day for a run, mid-70s, not to sunny at that point. We ran in the shadow of the Washington Monument. But I did think that I needed a new course to do. Or at least go back to and oldie but a goodie. We'll see if I can manage a different route this week.

Sunday Run

I did a long run (9 miles) this morning with TK. It's been awhile since I did a Mall run from my house. Who am I kidding, it's been awhile since I did a long run in general. I was feeling good through most of it though, even did the Capitol hill, which I've never been a fan of. It's a hill with a decent grade and it's actually kind of long. But what I love the most about the Mall run, especially at 7:30am on a Sunday, is how empty and tourist free it is. You're pretty much there with other runners. Plus, you're running with all these historic buildings and monuments in the background.

I've been fairly lazy about my running since the Zooma half. I need to change that before the Air Force Half Marathon in about about two months! I'm still trying to find a good fall marathon to do.