I can't believe how busy my life has been. I was in a good place and decided I really missed Crossfit. So I committed to twice a week classes. It's been great, but it has impacted my running. I haven't done any long runs since I started back at Crossfit. My hip had been bothering me, a lot so I've been a little hesitant to do a long run from that as well. I finally started going to the chiropractor and I think the Crossfit has helped loosen me up too.
My 14 year old daughter and I are going to run a 10k this weekend. We are running the RNRLV half marathon the first weekend in December and I figured this would be a good test for us. Now I'm getting concerned about my ability to even run the half since I haven't been training. I've never run a 10k and have been looking for one. So when this came up, I jumped at the chance to run it.
This week I'd planned a run for Monday. A friend asked if she could join me, so of course I took her up on the offer. Unfortunately she isn't a runner so we only got in 4 miles. But it was my first run with a friend and it was nice. Today I got in 6 miles and felt good. At least I know I can complete the run this weekend. I think I'm going to tell my daughter that she's welcome to run ahead of me. I don't want to hold her back and I think she could definitely do the 10k faster than I can. I think for the half, she'll have to pace herself a bit more and I might be able to catch her, but we'll see. I really want both of these races to be positive experiences so that she wants to do it again. I think it'd be so amazing for her to be able to say she's done a half marathon at the age of 14!
How about you? Have any of you run races with your kids? What age is a good age for longer races?
My journey of growth over the years. Beginning with running and moving to crossfit and a paleo/zone lifestyle. I am now sharing what I've learned and customizing diet plans for those looking to get stronger and lose fat. If you're interested, email me at: 3kidzmommy@roadrunner.com How about you? Do you have the physical and mental strength and stamina that you desire? If not, join me in a 30 day challenge. Try it and see what gains you make and how much better you feel.
Competitions:
Events I've Completed:
Ojai to Ocean - 6/5/11 - Half Marathon - 1:56:37 (Ran with Lisa!)
Megan Savage Memorial - 9/24/11 - 5k - 31:16 (Ran with Bill!)
Beach Derby 10k - 11/6/11 - 56:40 (Ran with Nikki!)
RnRLV - 12/4/11 - Half Marathon 2:18 (Ran with Nikki!) Got sick by race end. Sick three days.
Surf City - 2/5/12 - Half Marathon - 1:55:02 (PR) Ran with Lisa and Sarah
Battle of the Boxes-2/23/13-5:04 Mini Helen-8th place overall team finish
Crossfit Open 13.1-131
Crossfit Open 13.2-232
Crossfit Open 13.3-183
Crossfit Open 13.4-54
Crossfit Open 13.5-49
Battle of the Boxes: Unknown Edition- 3rd place finish!
Upcoming:
Crossfit Open 2014!
This is my before photo. I weighed 15 pounds more, was exhausted all of the time and wasn't getting better at crossfit, running or life. It was time for a change.
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