Asarver's Journal, 30 May 22

Just finished my 5K! I got a time of 26:44 and got 2nd in my age group! Nowhere near the 8 min mile I wanted, but the course was a little hilly and as usual I started out way too fast (first mile was 7:44). I'm both excited but disappointed. I feel tired and I know I couldn't have put anything more into it, but comparing to my time in Feb it's almost a minute slower. I've been training so I feel like I should've been faster, even with the hills.

I started looking into some non running exercises I can do to help with my running. If anyone knows of any specific running focused strength training, I'd love recommendations. ❤

Next race is a half in 4 weeks! That one is definitely gonna kick my but 😂

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Talk to Tim Vail! Doesn’t he train professional athletes? I thought he mentioned something like that. Congrats on completing the race🏆 
30 May 22 by member: yfritz
I read a book on running that recommended biking and rowing on off days. Speaking of Tim… 
30 May 22 by member: cindylynnwho
Congratulations! 
30 May 22 by member: cindylynnwho
The book was called “run less, run faster.” Has recommended strength and stretch routines 
30 May 22 by member: cindylynnwho
Yes, yfritz! He has mentioned that 😁 I think of him often when running, in particular on rave days and speedwork days  
30 May 22 by member: Asarver
Thanks hekmat and Erquiaga1! 
30 May 22 by member: Asarver
Thanks cindylynnwho! I'll look that up! I do not have a rowing machine and I'm not keen on lowering mileage since running is my number one anxiety medicine 😬 but I'm sure there is knowledge there that will help! 😊 
30 May 22 by member: Asarver
Asarver I get it, running is anti-anxiety for me too  
30 May 22 by member: cindylynnwho
 
30 May 22 by member: Asarver
Or…fuel on a little extra healthy fats before your run. That might help. Because after the body uses up the carbohydrates, it’ll revert to fat for energy! :) 
30 May 22 by member: StormsGirl
How amazing!! 💖😀 
31 May 22 by member: HolisticallyHealthy
Wow ~ Simply extraordinary & awe-inspiring person ! 🤸‍♀️👍✔ 
31 May 22 by member: MattRide
Aww thanks 😊 ☺  
31 May 22 by member: Asarver
Lower body strength training (squats, lunges, DL’s) in the moderate rep range (4-5 sets of 6-12 reps) with stretching and rolling (especially the hip flexors, piriformis, and TFL/IT bands). You’ll want to stick to a shorter rest interval (90 seconds-2 minutes). This will promote strength and endurance. Also glute strength. Strong glutes and mobile hips will let you open up your stride and increase turnover speed. 
31 May 22 by member: are1981
Oh, and congratulations! I launched into that without giving you the necessary props👏👏👏. 
31 May 22 by member: are1981
Swimming also compliments running nicely👍. 
31 May 22 by member: are1981
Hey Ash, After all of those, you may wanna start playing golf.. ⛳ I walk on average 4-mile per round, that's not including looking for other people's lost balls LOL ~ Have a great week !🌈  
31 May 22 by member: MattRide
Wow! Great time! I need someone to push me like that. Great advice from Cindy and Allegra. I’m leaving it to the pros. Stretching is where I need to do better. 
31 May 22 by member: love2educate
Thanks, allegra!! That is helpful info 😊 
31 May 22 by member: Asarver
Matt, you are funny! I don't think I could ever get into golf 🙃 do you play ofteb? 
31 May 22 by member: Asarver

     
 

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