Hiroro Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 A blow requires follow through to produce power. I've never properly followed a training plan approaching a race, but working towards my first full marathon I can't afford to slack off. Inspired by awesome women, yet again. Goal #1: Marathon training 3x/week Following the Jeff Galloway plan, with walking intervals. Goal #2: Meal prep, continued This worked really well for me last challenge. Goal #3: Support the training Multiple things here: Stronglifts 1-2x/week (1x if I have soccer that week) Would also like to hit 1x/week active alternative -- could be a walk, rock climbing, swimming. Whatever I feel like. Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night Because I'm still struggling with this one. Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk As the stress at work gets to me, I'm finding myself wanting to drink more. But I know it affects my sleep quality and detracts from my workouts. Especially my Saturday morning run. Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily Want to get more engaged with the community this time around. Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 Week 1 Day 0 - SUNDAY Whoops didn't realize this started on a Sunday. Documenting it anyways. Goal #1: Marathon training - off day Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - off day Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - not quite Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - nope Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - not counting Breakfast: coffee berry tea, cheddar popcorn Snack: cheese and crackers, pickles, tastes of what I was cooking, chicken wings Dinner: bite of sausage, wine (2-3 glasses) Week 1 Day 1 - MONDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - off day Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - Soccer! check Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 0/1 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 0 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 1/1 Breakfast: coffee berry tea, 2 mini meatloaves, roasted green beans Lunch: teriyaki chicken, sweet potato soup Dinner: chicken wings, 2 glasses wine, a few pickles, salad w/parmesan, almonds, vinaigrette Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Raxie Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 I love your goal for active alternative training! Switching it up can be so much fun :] Following! 1 Quote forty-seven: Raxie and the Joining of Unlike Things << previous challenges >> >> instagram || goodreads << Link to comment
Fonzico Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 Found you! I always ignore the Sunday start... It messes with my structure [emoji14] I think it's good to keep working on those goals you were struggling with (sleep nudge nudge) to give it time to become a habit. I approve of the alcohol reduction goal too - you brought it up a number of times last challenge, so it's obviously weighing on your mind... I think you're going to feel really good about wrangling that one! 2 Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Week 1 Day 2 - TUESDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - check Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - lunges, foam rolling Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 0/2 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 1 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 1/2 Breakfast: coffee berry tea Lunch: 2 mini meatloaves, steamed green beans, caprese salad Snack: potato chips Dinner: bacon burger with aioli, cheese, fixings, shared chopped salad, 1 slice bread w/butter It's burger week in Cincinnati! I'm indulging ($5 each, nom) Luckily most of the burgers don't include fries, so that mitigates the health impact a bit. Week 1 Day 3 - WEDNESDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - off day Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - MISSED Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 0/3 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 2 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 1/3 Breakfast: coffee berry tea, 2 mini meatloaves, steamed carrots Snack: chocolate almond protein bar, 1pc chocolate toffee Early Dinner: burger with onion ring, aioli, cheese, fixings Snacks: handful potato chips, spoon of chocolate sorbet, cheese and crackers Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Fonzico Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Good job getting that training in! Mmm burgers... drool! I'm confused by your sleep tracking - is your goal to get 8 hours every night? Or just at least so many nights a week? Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
jmk Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 Following Alliance team member! Your meal plans look interesting! What is sweet potato soup? Quote Goal Weight: 145 Current Challenge Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 On 7/19/2016 at 11:15 AM, Raxie said: I love your goal for active alternative training! Switching it up can be so much fun :] Following! Switching it up is totally necessary because otherwise I get borrrred... On 7/19/2016 at 0:32 PM, Fonzico said: Found you! I always ignore the Sunday start... It messes with my structure I think it's good to keep working on those goals you were struggling with (sleep nudge nudge) to give it time to become a habit. I approve of the alcohol reduction goal too - you brought it up a number of times last challenge, so it's obviously weighing on your mind... I think you're going to feel really good about wrangling that one! Hmm that's smart to just do what works for you -- my instinct is to be a rule follower, ha. Ugh and I'm stillllll struggling with the sleep. But I suddenly remembered (last night) how much I enjoy tea at night, though it's less comforting in the summer than the winter. 3 no-booze days knocked out for this week so far! 20 hours ago, Fonzico said: Good job getting that training in! Mmm burgers... drool! I'm confused by your sleep tracking - is your goal to get 8 hours every night? Or just at least so many nights a week? It is my goal to get 8 hours every night, but I'm counting some things out of 6 days this week because I didn't know there was a Sunday start and missed it maybe I should just use your structure... 7 hours ago, jmk said: Following Alliance team member! Your meal plans look interesting! What is sweet potato soup? I went and following you too but haven't caught up yet. Oh I made it up based on a yummy soup (sweet potato coconut ginger) that I like from a nearby restaurant. 1. Sautee some minced garlic and ginger in oil (I think I used bacon fat) 2. Add a bunch of broth 3. Add chopped, peeled sweet potatoes and simmer until super soft 4. Puree with stick blender 4a. I repeated steps 3 & 4 with carrots because the soup was thinner than I wanted 5. Stir in coconut milk (or coconut cream), smoked salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cumin to taste It came out pretty good, though very sweet and not as gingery as I would like. Easy on the digestive system though 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 Okay I went back and changed my day numbering so Monday is Day 1 and it FEELS SO RIGHT. If for no other reason than because I actually posted the challenge on Monday so obviously hadn't started on Sunday. Week 1 Day 4 - THURSDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - MISSED Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - Foam rolled, rested Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 0/4 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 3 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 1/4 Breakfast: coffee berry tea, 2 mini meatloaves, steamed carrots Lunch: sauteed pork belly, green beans Snacks: potato chips, chocolate sorbet, part of a chocolate bar, 2 pcs naan (1 with butter, 1 with cheese) The hormones hit me hard yesterday, and I was feeling extremely groggy and unwell all day. Due to the nagging weirdness in my knee I opted to take another unplanned rest day, did a little foam rolling and stretching so I feel okay with it. STILL struggling to make myself sleep earlier despite taking a handful of Benadryl and melatonin an hour or two before I plan to go-bed. Sunday's meal prep is saving my eating, because even if I eat like a crazy person when I get home, I have two paleo-style meals per day without effort or decision-making. 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 Week 1 Workouts Planned vs Actual: Monday - soccer DONE Tuesday - run 30min DONE + lunges Wednesday - SL SKIPPED Thursday - run 30min SKIPPED Friday - alt w/o Saturday - 14mi Sunday - rest So I'm 2/4 so far, but it's hard to feel guilty about it when this morning my knee/thigh finally feels better, just in time for my long run tomorrow. I worry that on the weeks with a long run scheduled, the whole week leading up to it ends up being about feeling ready for that run -- which is not terrible, but I need to find ways to be active *cough*swim*cough* because I need regular endorphin hits to boost my mood...and I need to strengthen the supporting leg muscles + start working on upper body for Spartan. On the plus side, I foam rolled and stretched on the days I skipped, and as of Friday morning my leg feels pretty good. The plan (improvements): I bought new running shoes for the Ranger mini bonus this week, and I realized it's also time to replace my Superfeet insoles -- we'll see if that helps with my knee issues. I am newer to natural running (been running in the inov-8's less than a year), and I took some time off from running before that, so I guess my weaknesses are getting exposed. I mayyy have gotten too excited about the Ranger mini -- it would have been smarter to do the lunges Monday/Wednesday, which are my scheduled potential strength days. Will also continue the foam rolling for pain prevention; I tend not to to remember/bother when I'm not in pain. Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
jmk Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 6 hours ago, Hiroro said: I went and following you too but haven't caught up yet. Oh I made it up based on a yummy soup (sweet potato coconut ginger) that I like from a nearby restaurant. 1. Sautee some minced garlic and ginger in oil (I think I used bacon fat) 2. Add a bunch of broth 3. Add chopped, peeled sweet potatoes and simmer until super soft 4. Puree with stick blender 4a. I repeated steps 3 & 4 with carrots because the soup was thinner than I wanted 5. Stir in coconut milk (or coconut cream), smoked salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cumin to taste It came out pretty good, though very sweet and not as gingery as I would like. Easy on the digestive system though Thanks, but not much to follow other than me not getting anything accomplished! That soup sounds yummy. I eat paleo 85% of the time so this sounds like it will fit in for a quick lunch! Quote Goal Weight: 145 Current Challenge Link to comment
Fonzico Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Yay for new shoes! Have fun on your long run this weekend - let the step challenge games begin! Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 21 hours ago, jmk said: Thanks, but not much to follow other than me not getting anything accomplished! That soup sounds yummy. I eat paleo 85% of the time so this sounds like it will fit in for a quick lunch! I slurped some up today as pre- and mid-race fuel and it sat in my stomach very well. I would up the ginger next time to balance the sweetness 12 hours ago, Fonzico said: Yay for new shoes! Have fun on your long run this weekend - let the step challenge games begin! They arrived in the mail yesterday! So I'll buy new insoles today and have the brand new set ready. Just finished my run -- gauntlet thrown! 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Fonzico Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 They arrived in the mail yesterday! So I'll buy new insoles today and have the brand new set ready. Just finished my run -- gauntlet thrown! Ahhh! I'm working today (damn desk job!) But I'll be playing catch up as soon as I'm done! Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Week 1 Day 5 - FRIDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - off day Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - missed Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 1/5 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 3 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 2/5 Breakfast: coffee berry tea, 2 mini meatloaves, steamed carrots Lunch: 1.5 sausages, green beans Happy Hour: a couple fries w/short ribs+cheese, a croquette, 1 cider, 1 beer, 1 moscow mule Dinner-ish: a few crackers with cheese, 1 glass wine Yeah I basically had alcohol for dinner. It added up to 4 drinks with minimal food (I dodged the pizza that was ordered), but I drank enough water to avoid a hangover. Definitely not optimal for the night before a long run, but I got it done anyways. And yet again, thanks to meal planning I had a healthy breakfast and lunch before going off the rails a bit. 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 24, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 Week 1 Day 6 - SATURDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - 14 MILES DONNNNE Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - off Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 2/6 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 4 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 2/6 Pre-run: a few sips coffee berry tea, bit of sweet potato soup Mid-run: (SO MUCH WATER), more soup Lunch: gyro sandwich (after craving it for weeks!) Snacks/Dinner: cheese popcorn, kettle corn, a little coffee, paleo crackers with truffle mousse pate, 2 slices prosciutto, 1/8 small pepperoni pizza Was exhausted after the run, should have taken a nap but didn't. So hot outside, I did the first ~10 miles outside and the last few on the gym treadmill. Felt a million times better running inside. Despite the weird afternoon eating, I felt good about the day because I finished the 14 miles (with a lot of walking, admittedly). I didn't bail on the run even though I had a bit too much to drink Friday night. Perseverance! 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Xena Posted July 24, 2016 Report Share Posted July 24, 2016 Yay! Great job getting your long run done!!! Quote Xena, Level 14+ Valkyrie Ranger January 2017 December 2016 Oct/Nov 2016 Link to comment
Fonzico Posted July 25, 2016 Report Share Posted July 25, 2016 Awesome job!! I was a terrible competitor this weekend - I'm sorry I wasn't much of a challenge This weekend was a weird one. Next weekend though, bring your A game! I'm disc golfing again, and you know that means about 1,000,000 steps! Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 25, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2016 Week 1 Day 7 - SUNDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - rest day Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - day off Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 2/7 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 4 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 3/7 Breakfast: a few bites fried potatoes, 1 slice bacon, a little coffee, cheddar popcorn, kettle corn Lunch: burger with creamy herb cheese Dinner: Korean beef, rice, salad w/vinaigrette, feta, almonds, apples Went a little nuts with the carbs and popcorn this weekend, but got some protein and veggies in there too. 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 25, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2016 On 7/24/2016 at 6:05 PM, Xena said: Yay! Great job getting your long run done!!! Thanks, it was a long hot slog. 5 hours ago, Fonzico said: Awesome job!! I was a terrible competitor this weekend - I'm sorry I wasn't much of a challenge This weekend was a weird one. Next weekend though, bring your A game! I'm disc golfing again, and you know that means about 1,000,000 steps! My run next Saturday is shorter, so I'll have work to do to keep up with you! Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Raxie Posted July 26, 2016 Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 You totally rock for getting all those miles in! 1 Quote forty-seven: Raxie and the Joining of Unlike Things << previous challenges >> >> instagram || goodreads << Link to comment
Hiroro Posted July 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 Week 2 Day 1 - MONDAY Goal #1: Marathon training - rest day Goal #2: Meal prep, continued - DONE Goal #3: Support the training - STRONGLIFTS DONE Bonus Goal #1: 8 hours sleep/night - 1/1 Bonus Goal #2: Abstain from alcohol 4 days/wk - 1 Bonus Goal #3: Post on mine +2 threads daily - 0.5/1 Breakfast: 2 mini meatloaves, cherry tomatoes Lunch: rice, beef, green beans Appetizer: 2 slices prosciutto Dinner: steak, asparagus Yesterday was pretty much the perfect day health-wise. My only miss was forgetting to post on other peoples' threads, whoops. 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Fonzico Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Yay stronglifts and awesome eating! Good job It's okay to take a day off the forums once in a while, especially if you're out there rocking it! Mmm steak and asparagus. Love it. 1 Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
Xena Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 And good form posting the ANW gif. She's amazing! 1 Quote Xena, Level 14+ Valkyrie Ranger January 2017 December 2016 Oct/Nov 2016 Link to comment
Raxie Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 13 hours ago, Hiroro said: Yesterday was pretty much the perfect day health-wise. My only miss was forgetting to post on other peoples' threads, whoops. You're awesome! 1 Quote forty-seven: Raxie and the Joining of Unlike Things << previous challenges >> >> instagram || goodreads << Link to comment
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