No Boundaries 2.0 started this past weekend and there was excitement in the air! It was great seeing familiar faces and new friends that I had made last session. I felt so different on Saturday compared to the feelings of fear and anxiousness I had when I began this journey on February 1st. Granted, it was because I never thought I would take on an adventure to learn how to run. And now I have the desire to see how far I can go! I'm so excited to be part of this again!
The first thing we did was something called a time trial. They had us run two miles and recorded our time. This directly affects what pace group we will be placed in as we proceed with our group workouts. The one main rule while we're ran this was, NO TALKING!! The coaches and mentors wanted us to work hard so we could figure what our true pace time in a race setting.
I really enjoyed it. It allowed me to become lost in my thoughts and in my own state of mind. I was able to think of the goals I have during No Boundaries this summer. I was excited when I finished and saw that my time was faster than my normal workouts have been. I guess I never realized how much energy talking uses. Crazy!
I really enjoyed it. It allowed me to become lost in my thoughts and in my own state of mind. I was able to think of the goals I have during No Boundaries this summer. I was excited when I finished and saw that my time was faster than my normal workouts have been. I guess I never realized how much energy talking uses. Crazy!
Today was day one of homework. And in true fashion, Pina was there. I couldn't believe she agreed to meet me at my house at 6am to run 2 miles and walk before and afterwards. It really meant a lot to me. I know she's doing these workouts for herself too, but I was really touched that she came and for her support! It was a beautiful morning and it felt great to be able to start today this way!
Before we started to run, I asked Pina if we could continue the "no talking" rule while we ran. She didn't mind at all, and it was a hit! At the end of the workout, the numbers on our watch said it all!
It was such a cool feeling, running in silence next to someone that has helped me grow so much. Up until now we would have conversations to pass the time to get us to our next mile. But today was different. We were both recognizing how much we've gained, and our silent running bodies did the work while we could just reflect. We've stepped up to a new level and now, at least for me, I'm starting fresh with this new challenge. No Boundaries, 2.0!
Today, I was able to show Pina what I do while I'm on my own. My breathing was under control the entire time and I was happy I could do that. Normally while I'm talking to her and running I strain to maintain it at times. We were about 2 minutes per mile faster than we have ever been when we finished. We were in the groove and it felt awesome!
What moves me today? THIS WORKOUT. I learned so much and felt so comfortable within my new "running self". I'm excited for more workouts where I focus less on talking and more about what is happening inside.
Happy Monday!
Before we started to run, I asked Pina if we could continue the "no talking" rule while we ran. She didn't mind at all, and it was a hit! At the end of the workout, the numbers on our watch said it all!
It was such a cool feeling, running in silence next to someone that has helped me grow so much. Up until now we would have conversations to pass the time to get us to our next mile. But today was different. We were both recognizing how much we've gained, and our silent running bodies did the work while we could just reflect. We've stepped up to a new level and now, at least for me, I'm starting fresh with this new challenge. No Boundaries, 2.0!
Today, I was able to show Pina what I do while I'm on my own. My breathing was under control the entire time and I was happy I could do that. Normally while I'm talking to her and running I strain to maintain it at times. We were about 2 minutes per mile faster than we have ever been when we finished. We were in the groove and it felt awesome!
What moves me today? THIS WORKOUT. I learned so much and felt so comfortable within my new "running self". I'm excited for more workouts where I focus less on talking and more about what is happening inside.
Happy Monday!
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