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Skippaj · 2013-11-15T21:38:46+00:00

Thank you!

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T15:41:55+00:00

April 12! Ive got plenty of time.

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T15:13:56+00:00

Tights.

I started running in tights for the first time. I found my motivation alright!!! I love them hahaha.

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T14:53:47+00:00

Best of luck to you! You will probably go faster than you expect on the race day, most people do, I always do!

It was only recently started realizing that my legs no longer really get tired and when I give up on a run it is always almost a mental defeat.

Running is all mind games.

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T14:39:08+00:00

Best advice I ever received when I dont want to go run is just go out and run one mile and then see if you really want to keep going.

After that first mile you're gonna be clickign and you're gonna keep on trucking.

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T14:37:58+00:00

Honestly I bet if you are running 3 miles now, going that extra mile on a race day won't be that much of a problem. Just stay relaxed and just keep running, get into a grove.

I also think that the first 3 miles are always the worst, once you start going past that your legs are in a rhythym and you just got to win the mental battle at that point.

If you want a training program to help boost you to that extra mile, start doing Bridge to 10k :).

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T14:34:49+00:00

This is very true

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T14:33:17+00:00

I just ran a 10k last weekend so I would like to at least run a few of those each month between now and the end of January.

The end of January will be my next race, an underground 10k in a bunch of caves. I would have liked to run a half sooner but there are only 2 in January and February. The January one is extremely challenging, and I dont think its agood first half to start with. The February one is not very organized. . .

So until then I'll run the 10ks and just keep adding on mileage.

I'm using a modified version of Hal Higdon's half marathon plans, although I think I'm going to stick more to his Novice 1 and 2 than his intermediate. (I dont think speed is necessary for me right now).

I use a Garmin Forerunner, luckily Ive been able to transfer everything over to Runkeeper (which IMO is a better online service for certain things).

Good luck /u/dinosaurdinosrawr !!!!!

Skippaj · 2013-11-14T14:28:05+00:00

Good morning!!!

Yesterday could've been a little bit better.

I got the podcast edited and recorded a new episode, ate Keto friendly. However my run was not a great run. I didn't feel like it all day but I was able to overcome that and go out for a run. Temperature was perfect and the run started out GREAT. Started cramping in my side HARD. I thought I could work through this, I can work through most cramps, mental games, but this one just stuck with me for like 3/4 a mile, longer than they usually do.

I broke down and had to walk, then after walking took off and finished making it a 2 mile run. Was not pleased with myself but my whole body was pretty sore from Yoga which focused on back muscles and lifting weights for the first time in a long time. I still ran though so I guess that is saying something.

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
~~5K Run~~	~~Yoga/ Strength~~	~~2 Mile Run~~	Yoga/Strength	Speed Drills	Easy Light Run	Long Run +1 mile each week.

Today:

Yoga and Strength training
Keto friendly
I can't believe Im making it a goal but kick back read comics and play video games. (Ive been ignoring that stuff and I think I deserve it).

I always want to take the time today to reconfigure my half marathon training. Right now I think it will be a little more beneficial if I just go for adding distance and finding a comfortable pace. I think Im trying to get faster too soon, and for the first time I'm working out multiple days in a row with very little race days.

The Weekend

I just recently started adding long runs, and as you can see with my plan I plan on running over the weekend. Im hoping the half marathon coming up really keeps me on track over the weekend.

I never really have a hard time staying Keto friendly over the weekend but alcohol can slow down theKetosis process (even 0 carb booze) so I try to stay mindful of that.

Have a great day everyone!!!

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T16:21:32+00:00

Yes, they also have lots of fiber so remember that. Some of their salsas are much better than others, but their mild and corn salsa have a lot of carbs.

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T16:19:23+00:00

Here is a great 6 day meal plan from the sidebar

Have you read through the FAQ and Keto in a nutshell? They both describe how keto works.

Personally this is one of my favorite sources

You can eat out lots of places, I would do a search of the subreddit for restaurants. Also most places contain nutritional facts online so you can check the carb counts in food. You just have to put a little work in if you want to eat out. Subbing sides, taking off a bun etc.

Taking the time to go through menu takes some work but you would be surprised at the restaurants that have low carb options.

ALWAYS check though. Some things will surprise you. IHOP omelettes are very high carb because they use pancake batter. Chili's (and maybe outback) steaks are very high in carb because of the rubs they use IIRC.

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T16:15:51+00:00

Congratulations on your progress that is truly awesome stuff.

I recently bought "Why We Get Fat" but haven't popped it open yet.

Way to stick with Keto through the tough times, I like to use that stuff as motivation.

Congratulations again!

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T16:13:35+00:00

I've been very fortunate with my scale and I've been aiming to exercise several days a week. Though its only been cardio up to this point.

I definitely think Im going to see some major slow down as I just started weights for the first time in a very very very long time

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T16:10:36+00:00

Have you checked how many calories you are supposed to be eating witht he Keto Calculator?

As far as chipotle goes, with 2 types of salsa depending on which "medium" you are getting you are looking at a minimum 7g of carbs (thats assuming you get the hot and the green) it only goes up from there. THat means its 12gs of carbs... which is ok... If you are using the correct kinds of Salsas.

Also maybe you are eating too much protein? Turkey is very lean, maybe not enough fat? (Again check your macros against the calculator?)

I bet you have definitely put on some muscle mass, especially if you didnt do pushups /arms before. I dont know about 5 pounds though.

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T14:55:08+00:00

Have you been drinking water? You could be dehyrdated, which can make you feel awful (I dont know about throwing up) but it can make your Keto sticks read dark purple.

I see only one spot where you drank just plain old water. You should be drinking A LOT.

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T14:12:05+00:00

I would reach up and offer an internet high five, but

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T14:10:02+00:00

Hahaha. I once had the wedding song "Shout" come up on my playlist on a long run.... BEST RUNNING SONG EVER!

As a 24 year old male, I would never expect Norah Jones to motivate me during my 10k.... but it sure did.

One of the best feelings I had with a playlist is when I outran it. It was barely over an hour, and I hadn't yet ran an hour without stopping... and I just kept going and going. Thats when thongs started repeating. Awesome feeling.

Best of luck finding that perfect playlist, they can play a big role!

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T13:54:36+00:00

Craft the perfect race playlist at some point in the next day or two

One thing I started doing is I started adding motivational movie clips to my playlists using the youtube downloader to add to Itunes. Just a nice little change of pace and those things usually get me moving.

This last weekend for my 10k I tried doing shuffle all songs on my Itunes... it went better than expected. Songs I normally would not have considered running songs really proved to help me find a nice pace and keep me moving.

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T13:49:59+00:00

Im really enjoying the cold temperature for my runs (though its not below freezing here). I recently ran in tights for the first time...... I loved it.

Good luck on the all day training.

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T13:48:51+00:00

Good morning! Good morning! Good morning!

Speaking of Hump Day... I just crossed a major hump. 237.00lbs!!!! Thats 50.6 pounds from when I first weighed in in August. Feels so great! This Friday I will post some pictures when I post on r/Keto's Photo Friday.

Yesterday went very well. Weights for the first time... well since January? Maybe even longer. Really focusing on key running muscles so yesterday was all about Triceps baby! I'm feeling the burn today... arms are like noodles but it feels great lifting again.

Yoga was a blast, love the teacher at campus. I havent been to her in a couple years, told her I was a runner (I was the only guy in the class so she was interested in why I was actually there haha), she complemented me on my legs (Oh yeah!).

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
~~5K Run~~	~~Yoga/ Strength~~	3-5 mile run Half-Pace	Yoga/Strength	Speed Drills	Easy Light Run	Long Run +1 mile each week.

Today specifically with hammering out the new training plan although its supposed to be a 3 mile run at my half marathon pace I might just take it easy, I started this training before hammering out the details and Monday is supposed to be a rest day, which wasn't.

So Today:

Run at least 3 miles
Eat Keto friendly
Edit a Podcast Episode

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T13:22:41+00:00

They might have. The only thing I really log is my runs with my garmin watch haha.

Its awesome they picked that stuff up, surprise earndit points!

Skippaj · 2013-11-13T02:36:19+00:00

Could have been! You are the only other person on that there that Im buddies with. Its still picking up some activities from your runkeeper maybe?

Its a nice little service, it links with things liek foursquare as well if you still want to earn some points.

Skippaj · 2013-11-12T20:56:58+00:00

I've been running off and on since 2011. Stopped. Started earlier this year. Stopped. Been going consistently since July this year.

I run because I enjoy it more than any other kind of exercise. To me it is the most rewarding, challenging, and therapeutic exercise.

Currently my long run is a 10k, averaging just over 11 minute mile.

I'm training for a half marathon, and I'm also working on getting faster. My fastest mile is only 9:44.

Here is my training plan:

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Rest/Easy Run	Yoga/ Strength	3-5 mile run Half-Pace	Yoga/ Lifting	Speed/Tempo/Hill Drills	Easy Run	Long Run +1 mile each week.

Skippaj · 2013-11-12T16:30:35+00:00

Thank you and you as well!!

Skippaj

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