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10k, Nike, Nike+ running app, Running, treadmill, Ultra Marathon
As I mentioned earlier its getting darker earlier and with work, and raising a 4 year old I have to squeeze in running when I can, and that is at the gym until the weekend when I can get outside. I ran on the treadmill, which I don’t mind for about 3 or 4 miles, but then it gets very boring. I need different things all the time to keep me motivated, whether it’s a new song to add to my playlist, or friendly competition. I run using the Nike App, also, as I mentioned in an earlier post. I have since found a facebook page that allows runners from all over the world a forum to post about anything running, and many use the Nike running app as well. I have about 40 people on my list which has been great motivation to keep me going. Many are way out of my league in that they run far more miles a week, or faster times, etc. But, there is always going to be that in anything I do. It’s nice to see how others are doing. There are challenges you can send to people on your list if you want to compete with someone, etc.
Through using that app I slowly have begun to know some of the people on my list. There are a few who are close to my time, or run approximately the same distance as I throughout the week. It’s great when you see you are so close to passing someone! It gives me the extra incentive I need to push through an extra mile, or go for one more run this week. Which leads me to my next milestone.
I ran my first 10K. I have never run further than 5 miles. I knew I had to run at least 5 miles in order to stay on par with a few people on my app that I was aiming to beat. So, when I ran 5 miles on the treadmill I thought to myself- I have come this far, how can I not run that extra mile to say I finally ran 10K! So, I did. I ran 6.35 miles in an hour and 2 minutes. Which is so awesome for me. I was running 10 minute miles! That is all I have ever wanted to do. In my opinion that is a respectable pace. I am still overweight, and I am in my mid 40’s. I only started running 6 months ago. I know its going to take me at least a year of consistent running to get in the shape I need to be in to feel good out there running more than 6-7 miles. It was such a great feeling anyhow, and yes, it was on the treadmill, which is WAY easier I know. But, I have to start somewhere with adding my distance.
Today I ran outside. I beat my best outside 5K time without really even pushing myself. My goal was to just run and see what the time would be so I can gauge the improvement. I finished in 37 minutes, which again is better than last month. I am steadily improving with each month, about a minute. It’s hard work for me, but again that is what I like about it. No one can run it for you. I have to run it myself. There are no shortcuts, and with steady work, maybe running more than a 10K won’t be as far out of reach as it seems right now. I love it enough to stick with it, and I LOVE following and reading other dedicated bloggers and their journey running. There are different levels of dedication, of course. I tend to like reading the more serious blogs and the Ultra Marathoner’s blogs. It absolutely amazes me there are people with that kind of strength and will. It’s simply inspiring.
I Am Jasmine Kyle said:
I can’t believe you ran your first 10K SO HAPPY FOR YOU!! Way to push your self! Congrats!
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Ruaca said:
Thanks blogging buddy, I appreciate that!
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I Am Jasmine Kyle said:
your SOOO welcome! You inspire me I’ve been rowing like crazy!
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Ruaca said:
Rowing is awesome!
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I Am Jasmine Kyle said:
It is and I have not had 1 asthma attack so I think I have found my sport!
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Joey said:
You’re doing awesome! Keep it up. And you might like Ultra Runner Podcast if you like reading ultra blogs.
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Ruaca said:
Oh? How do I find those? Sorry if that sounds out of touch.. ha ha I could Google it I know.
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ultrawriter said:
Way to go on the 10k! Be careful though…this hobby can be addictive…before you know it you’ll be running 20……or more!
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Ruaca said:
I know! I am thinking I would love to run the Women’s Nike half in San Francisco next year. It would be a super goal I’d look forward to keeping me training. I don’t know. Still thinking about it. I can’t wait to see if you made your goal today! Pins and needles…..
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ultrawriter said:
aw, yer sweet! I’m gonna blog about it soon. but until then, between you and me….i made it! by 100 seconds….
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Ruaca said:
Omg! That is so awesome! I am so excited for you! Wow, you must feel so good. Thank you for sharing with me. I won’t tell. Good job! Amazing!
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