This morning started out well - with another 30 minute workout. However - due to rain, and the shin problems I've been having, I did it indoors on the treadmill. And slowed it down a bit.
No pain. And still a good workout.
I think the shins might be a combination of weight and speed. So if I slow, and can go longer, and drop more weight - I'll be able to speed up.
Compounding that plan is our new purchase of a PreCor Home Elliptical machine. It'll be delivered and set up on Wednesday. So once it's in, when I'm not walking/jogging - I'm ellipticalling. I plan on adding a 30 - 45 minute workout on it daily (at a minimum when I'm not walking/jogging - but an extra workout on those days would be great too).
Today we start off with something fun, too! We're taking Elizabeth in for her 2 year photo session! So we'll have some new photos from the wonderful ladies at Artis Photography soon!
Today I feel quite hopeful. A new sunrise.
EPCOT AWAITS!
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ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the accomplishment!!! It's more important to stick to the program than to worry about speed at this point.
ReplyDeleteMayo Clinic has some good information about causes, prevention and treatment of shin splints: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/shin-splints/DS00271
Personally I would recommend training at a slower pace until you get those shin splints under control. You might be trying to go faster than you are ready for. Try slowing down just a little and see if that helps. When I first started running as a teenager I had shin splints too - and weight had nothing to do with it as I've always been a beanstalk and never overweight in my life. But I did have to learn to pace myself and be reasonable...and also to develop and get used to a comfortable and natural running style where I wasn't trying to go too fast or take too long a stride.
Definitely stick with your plans to add longer workouts - 30-45 minutes will be great - but do it at a pace that's comfortable. It's more important both from a weight control AND overall health standpoint to be able to increase your duration and endurance. The incremental improvement in loss of calories from greatly increasing your pace isn't really substantial enough to risk injury. Slow and steady doesn't always win the race, but it gives you the greatest chance of making it to the finish line - without injuries.
Sounds like you're making some great adjustments. And that's the way you make it a lifestyle, tweaking it until you find what works for you. I actually jumped on the treadmill this week and did a 50 minute hill program, but MUCH slower than I usually would. For me, I get my heartrate up really high and can sustain it for a good clip, but that's not necessarily the most effective fat burning mode. So I'm trying to aim more for my target heart range, and that means slowing down and going longer. It turned out to be a comfortable, very effective work out for me! Throw on an audio book, and I'm good!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are finding what works. This is a good thing.
ReplyDeleteHave fun with the little one!
Good job sticking with the workouts. Keep the consistency and don't worry about speed. As you get stronger and your shins stop hurting you can worry about speed. Get the time on your feet - that is invaluable at this point, you have to be able to get your endurance built up and be able to last 13.1 miles!!!
ReplyDeleteHope the photo session went well.
Glad you hear you're adding an elliptical to the mix - great calorie burner and cardio machine!
Keep sweatin' man!
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