First Run
Poser August 8th, 2008
And we’re off!
Yesterday marked the first run with my Nike+ for my iPod. Overall, I think I like it, even after one use. I like how I can get info on how far I’ve gone, and total time run, and my pace as I’m running. So heres my run log:
The Conditions:
Distance: A tad under 4.5 miles
Pace: ~ 8.25′ / mi
Weather: HOT. Ran at rough 1.20pm, with temp near, if not at least 90.
Route: The 4 miler
The Run:
Before: Slept about 8 hours the night before, and was up at 1030ish, breakfast at 11 of egg burrito and milk. Drank a 16oz bottle of Dasani water, finished at least 40 mins before the run. Did my wall squats, 5 sets of 20 secs, with 1 set of 12 leg raises for each leg. Also did 40 pushups (2×20) and 1 good set of crunches.
During: I felt the heat pretty good. Second day back in Chico and not accustomed to the heat quite yet. Started Nike+ once I hit end of driveway, and jogged slow to warm up, and walk/stretch before actual run at 8th and Cherry. Didnt feel dehydrated, as I finished up as I had that water. I did stop at Plumas for a drink, and quick mid-run walk to catch my breath. Body felt good and Refreshed.
After: Stop once I hit 8th and Cherry, and walked home. A little winded from the run, and didnt push the last stretch of run for fear of the heat overtaking me. Once I inside apartment (went up stairs fine) I chugged down 3/4 of a 32oz Gatorade (what was left of the bottle) and sat on a stool to cool down. Once I felt cooled off, showered and ran a few errands. No soreness or pains, and went through the day just fine. Later that night I had a headache, and went to bed early around 10.30p.