Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Workout #1

Today was workout number 1.  I was so excited.  So far it has been easy runs and strides.  I was anxious to get to do a workout.  Today's workout:  15 minutes of warm up.  Then 3 minutes threshold pace with 2 minutes of easy between followed by a cool down to equal 5 miles total.

I went at my lunch break because this was the only time I had to run today.  I had an early morning dentist appointment (no cavities) and plans in the evening.  It was hot.  The temperature was 92 with heat index of 97 and I felt it.  The 15 minute warm up was fine.  I really enjoyed the workout.  I forgot to hit my Garmin lap button at the end of the first 3 minute threshold.  The other two were at 8:29 and 8:33 pace.  My cool down felt good except for I felt I was going to pass out from the heat..

When I got back to my car the thermometer read 105 degrees.  It was sitting in the sun and I know the car thermometers are not so accurate but it sure felt hot.  I got home and downed a Gatorade.  Today my choices were run at lunch or not run at all so I decided to run in the heat.

I have not worn my heart rate monitor in a long time.  I decided to get it out today and wear it.  It must need a new battery because it did not work.

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