Today was a huge boost for my confidence, as I pushed myself running more than I have ever done before. As I stated in previous blogs, I HATE RUNNING! I barely was making 200 meter runs last week without gassing. In fact, on the first day, I was only able to do one and a half before having to walk. Today, he wanted 800 meters out of me. This was going to be a tough challenge, especially having to run it three times.
Here was today's workout:
Warm-up:
200 meter run
10 push-ups
10 pull-ups
10 sit-ups
10 burpees
Workout of the day (WOD):
21 Squat lifts (80 lbs)
12 Pull-Ups
800 meter run
(Do it 3 times)
I got through all the exercises and my body immediately didn't want to run. I was dreading it. However, this time, my body just seemed to be able to make the run. In fact, I made the first 800 meters without having to stop. This was such a big deal for me, as my whole life I have struggled with distances beyond 200 meters.
I made it through the second set, and that's when my body was wearing down. I pushed through all three sets and had to walk a few times on the runs, but I finished.
I know it doesn't seem like a big deal to some of you out there who run 10 miles a day, but in my eyes, I ran 4 times longer than I have ever done without stopping to walk.
Bring it!
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