Countdown to Chicago Marathon – 16 weeks to go
I am on Week 4 of my modified training for the Chicago Marathon while my foot heals from a stress fracture. Last week, I revealed my plan to prepare me to start and finish well at the Chicago Marathon. Many of you shared very encouraging messages and I want to let you know how much I truly appreciate your support. It’s amazing how the support of a community can have a strong impact on the way you approach training.
My Week of Workouts
This past week was my kid’s final week in school. Within a school year, I noticed many changes in the way they talked and behaved. My daughter who finished first grade made significant progress in her reading, writing, and math skills. It’s a joy to be able to witness their growth.
My goal for this week was 5 days of workouts with 2 days of rest/active recovery, but I had a mid-morning commitment on Monday and failed to prioritize well enough to include a workout during the day.
Wednesday was another opportunity to reach the 5-day workouts but Iistened to my body instead. After an intense spin workout on Tuesday night plus a pool run Tuesday morning, I needed a day of recovery. Because I can’t do my Tuesday night interval runs, I’ve replaced it with an hour spin class which usually includes bouts of high intensity. Our instructor changed her routine and it included 30 sets of sprints! I was definitely tired after the workout.
I am starting to feel more comfortable in the pool. It was hot this past week so I couldn’t be more grateful to spend it in the water. Any of you own a floatation belt and would like to recommend one? They have belts available at the YMCA but I considered purchasing one that would be a better fit.
12-18JUN Workouts:
Mon – Off
Tues – 30 min Pool Run AM – avg 8:30/100m; 60 min spin class + Bosu/dumbbell workout PM
Wed – Active Recovery
Thurs- 45 min Pool Run AM- avg 8:30/100m; Core Strength – PM
Fri- 45 min TRX/Kettle bell deadlifts, squats, rows
Sat- 65 min Pool Run – avg 8min/100m
Sun – Rest
Two more weeks until I can RUN again! My foot doesn’t even hurt that it’s been so tempting to JUST DO IT! I’ve been good at practicing my willpower to refrain. Better to be healed than to cause more damage.
How do you prioritize your day? Any of you do 2-a-day workouts?
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June 21, 2017 @ 5:22 pm
Great week! I just finished half marathon training but had to start it with no running at the beginning due to a car accident. Looks like you have some great workouts keeping you training! !
June 25, 2017 @ 2:20 pm
Sorry to hear about the car accident but great you recovered from it. Congrats on your half marathon.
June 20, 2017 @ 5:19 pm
Don’t cave to the temptation! I understand how eager you become when you’re recovering from an injury, but you definitely don’t want to rush things, especially with Chicago only a couple of months away. You’ll be back out there running before you know it.
June 25, 2017 @ 2:18 pm
Thanks for the encouragement Kathryn. Haven’t caved in and won’t!
June 20, 2017 @ 4:46 pm
It is so hard to wait out the running when you are injured, but take it from me, err on the side of caution.
June 25, 2017 @ 2:17 pm
Hearing the right thing to do from you and many other runners encourages me to just wait it out.
June 20, 2017 @ 2:25 pm
Yes, better safe than sorry and if it gets any muggier down here I may have to just join you in some pool running! Speedy recovery wishes to you!
June 25, 2017 @ 2:16 pm
Thank you! I know it’s been so hot lately.
June 20, 2017 @ 4:39 am
I’m back in recovery mode (already!). My marathon is done, and my knee is feeling a little unhappy at the moment. Fortunately, it’s not anything major, and a good opportunity for me to take things easy this week…but it’s already driving me crazy LOL
June 25, 2017 @ 2:15 pm
Oh no – at least your marathon is done and you can relax.
June 19, 2017 @ 6:29 pm
I have some generic floatation belt and it did what I needed. I’m not much help, am I?
June 25, 2017 @ 2:14 pm
Ha no worries – I got a speedo brand from Amazon and it works!
June 19, 2017 @ 6:22 pm
That’s awesome that you are feeling more comfortable in the water. Poll running will definitely help to keep your endurance high during training!
June 25, 2017 @ 2:13 pm
My pace actually improved this week compared to last week
June 19, 2017 @ 3:10 pm
That pool looks so very inviting! I think pool runninning takes a special kind of commitment. Kudos to you!
June 25, 2017 @ 2:12 pm
Thanks! When it’s hot out it definitely calls to me.
June 19, 2017 @ 2:47 pm
I would be itching to run again too if I had no pain. I sometimes do 2 a days if I can’t fit it in on another day of the week. Or, if I know it’s going to be a busy week and I’ll probably be tired towards the end, I will do 2 a days at the beginning so I can have an extra rest day or two. Good luck with your training! Have a great week!
June 25, 2017 @ 2:11 pm
Great strategy for accomplishing your workouts for the week.
June 19, 2017 @ 1:23 pm
It’s certainly hard to wait to start running again but you will heal faster if you do. 30 sets of sprints sounds awfully hard to me
June 25, 2017 @ 2:10 pm
Praying it will heal fast and I’ll be back on my feet running.