Monday, January 14, 2008

Morning Run

For the first time I ran a training run before work. I went out at 4:55 this morning and ran about 4.5 miles in 44 minutes, 27 seconds. This run was a test to see if I can run 4 miles and then work all day without any problems. Starting in June I will be working 4 10 hour days while the schools are closed for the summer. Since I will be working until almost 6pm, I think it will be easier to run in the morning than late afternoon. I will certainly know by tonight if this idea will work.

I am back to class this evening with the start of the Microcomputer Applications class. I hope it will be interesting.

Here is a workout I found online.


Step One – Starting Position

Lie face down on a mat or soft surface. Support your body weight with your feet and forearms. Tuck your pelvis so that your hips are pressed forward and your body is very straight. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.

Step Two – Right Arm Up

From the starting position raise your right arm straight out above your head. Your right hand should be about 6 to 12 inches off the ground. Your weight should now be supported by your left forearm and both feet. Do not twist your body. Keep your hips pressed forward and your body very straight. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.

Step Three – Left Arm Up

From the starting position raise your left arm straight out above your head. Your weight should now be supported by your right forearm and both feet. Do not twist your body. Keep your hips pressed forward and your body very straight. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.

Step Four – Right Leg Up

From the starting position raise your right leg straight up off the ground. Your right foot should be about 6 inches off the ground. Your weight should now be supported by both forearms and your left foot. Do not twist your body. Keep your hips pressed forward and your body very straight. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.

Step Five – Left Leg Up

From the starting position raise your left leg straight up off the ground. Your left foot should be about 6 inches off the ground. Your weight should now be supported by both forearms and your right foot. Do not twist your body. Keep your hips pressed forward and your body very straight. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.

Step Six – Right Arm and Left Leg Up

From the starting position raise your right arm and left leg at the same time. Your weight should now be supported by your left forearm and your right foot. Do not twist your body. Keep your hips pressed forward and your body very straight. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.

Step Seven – Left Arm and Right Leg Up

From the starting position raise your left arm and right leg at the same time. Your weight should now be supported by your right forearm and your left foot. Do not twist your body. Keep your hips pressed forward and your body very straight. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.



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