The Icebreaker is Here
January 15th, 2013 | Author: Alysha
Some things just creep up on you — like getting sick, a messy kitchen or even a race.
That’s how I feel about the Icebreaker Indoor Marathon relay this Saturday. I have not run on a track since high school, nor have I ever ran on a relay team. This coupled with the fact that I haven’t been seriously training means our “Buns on the Run” team (yes, that’s our team name!) is bound for greatness.
Ok, before you think I’ve been eating potato chips couchside all winter, I have been working out a lot. My idea of a fun run is lacing up and bringing Oliver for a 5-miler through the Oak Leaf Trail by our house.
I’m more concerned about getting out there, hitting a certain distance and getting a tan. That’s why I love the half marathon so much (minus the getting a tan part), Once you start talking about mile repeats and the like, I pretty much lose interest. I wonder if there’s a training plan called “going out there and doing my thing”?
In addition to running, I’ve been meeting with my personal trainer about once a week and doing a lot of cardio (I’m loving the elliptical these days). I also want to get back into doing more classes at my gym. Since I left Xperience fitness, I miss my BodyPump like crazy. Instead I’ve tried their Interval, core and yoga classes.
So the fact that I’ve been varying my workout routine and staying active gives me confidence that I’ll hit our 8-minute mile time on Saturday. I’ve already thought about what I’m going to wear — definitely my Mizuno Wave Inspire 9 and Zensa Compression Socks. I’ll also probably wear my Lululemon capris and a running jacket. It’s supposed to be in the 50s inside at the Pettit National Ice Center where the race is being held.
Before I leave for the day, I wanted to show you my nephew’s latest picture. I visited him this weekend and he just lights up any room he’s in. He’s 10 months old and just took his first steps last week. He also has 7 teeth and loves to eat. He even ate a whole veal parmesan patty the night before…with a banana. At least he can now walk all of his calories off :)
Question: What sneaks up on you?
Besides races, I always feel the holidays sneak up on me…then the sneak away. I can’t believe they’re over for the year!
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Your nephew is so cute!!!! I know this is kind of cliche, but every year seems to fly by quicker than the last, so I find almost everything sneaks up on me these days. Though the messy kitchen strikes a chord too, there are times when I look at the dishes and can’t understand how they all got there!!
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I totally agree! It’s like you cooked one meal but it looks like you fed an army!
Alysha @ Shesontherun recently posted..The Icebreaker is Here
Your nephew is precious :)
My training plan totally involves just going out there and doing my thing – I hate rigid schedules.
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I’m so glad we’re on the same page, Kailey!
Alysha @ Shesontherun recently posted..The Icebreaker is Here
Your team will do great at the race and you’ll have a lot of fun :) Remember to bring blankets and/or a folding chair to sit on, extra clothes to wear between turns on the track and throat drops!
Our teams should definitely sit/stand next to each other.
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Extra clothes!? Why would you need that? Like if you pee in them :) LOL
Alysha @ Shesontherun recently posted..The Icebreaker is Here
Lol! No, for in case you get chilly between rounds. Believe me, you get cold standing around in shorts and a tank if you are not running!
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I’m a little nervous about it too — I’m been running 8 min miles on the treadmill, but can’t quite get there outside (I know this isn’t outside officially, but still). Please don’t be mad if it’s closer to an 8:30 mile?
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Oh please! You’ll do great! I have no idea how I’m going to preform. At least we’re in this together!
Alysha @ Shesontherun recently posted..The Icebreaker is Here
I wear those shoes, adore them to pieces!
Alex @ therunwithin recently posted..Do I hear a Trade?
Me too! Dare I say I even like them better than my Brooks!
Alysha @ Shesontherun recently posted..The Icebreaker is Here
Love the Mizuno Waves! I’m soooo over following any kind of training plan, I just head to the gym and do whatever moves me!
I can’t believe your race is this weekend! Can’t wait to hear about it on Sunday :)
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Good luck in your race!!! I’m with you- running is so much more fun when there is no pressure and you can just go do whatever you want.
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I actually love training schedules, or any sort of schedule for that matter. I’m the type of person that needs everything to be planned out or I’ll start skipping workouts :P
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Your nephew is so cute!!
You can tell he’s your nephew! Have fun at your race this weekend!
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I love the pics of your nephew that you share. Best of luck at the race babe!
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Thanks, girl!
Alysha @ Shesontherun recently posted..The Icebreaker is Here
Birthdays! And New Years for sure!
Your nephew is adorable!!!
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