What a weekend! I completed just shy of a 10K on Saturday (6.1 miles) and did rather well! I also learned quite a bit. I am impressed with myself and proud that I managed to keep my average pace at 14:15 per mile, even with several hills on my walk/run. I finished in 1:26:58 which has me looking good for the real thing. My miles were under 14:00 for the first three, and then the hills came. They did quite a number on me!
Hydration: Folks it’s a serious matter. 
I did not bring enough water for myself and I learned at that distance I could really use a Gatorade as well. After some research on the matter, I purchased the Nathan Trail Mix 4 Hydration Belt pictured on the right. (Click the image for more information.) It took some time to decide how many bottles I wanted, however when the price difference wasn’t too significant to get 4 over 2, I went with 4 bottles.
I usually do not eat before working out, however I know now I will need to make time before the 10K for some grub. Anyone have recommendations for what and when? I’ve read anywhere from an hour to two hours before the race, as well as suggestions such as a bagel and peanut butter or oatmeal with a banana. What works for you? Any ideas are helpful.
All in all, the trial run went well and I am feeling good. I was insanely sore (the good sore!) after and was for a couple days. It even slowed down my jog I usually do on Tuesday! I do not plan to do the distance again until my 10K, but I am glad I did as I will now be better prepared. Counting down the days!
For those that may have missed it, the race is March 8, 2015 at Knotts Berry Farm. Want to join? Register here!
Let’s talk food. I did indulge a bit, but managed to stay on track. As a reminder, my rules for myself are no pasta, bread or desserts. I may have bites of someone else’s, however I may not order it or make it for myself. I stick to fruit, veggies, protein and fiber. Lastly and most importantly, twice per month I may have ice cream. Well, frozen yogurt once, ice cream once. You have allow yourself little treats here and there along the way to survive. This has been such an amazing lifestyle change for both me and my husband. We eat better, feel better and live better!
Good times were had by all. Surprisingly, I am still down a pound this morning for the week. Hooray! This might be due to the fact that we also rented a surrey, so I worked it all off? I can dream! So that brings me to 17 lbs since October 1, 2014. I am feeling great. I got in three good workouts again this week. I wish it could have been more, but I am glad that I am able to keep up my minimum. I am able to stay disciplined throughout the week which helps greatly. Next goal is to stay more disciplined on the weekends. I do alright, but I am weak when Danish pastries are involved. This week’s goal is to stay on my regiment over the weekend and to do 4 workouts. Strength training is still going well, I just wish it worked faster 😉
