- Site:
- http://coachcaleb.com
- Miles:
- 11805 total / 1240 in 2013
- Goal:
Team Wicked Bonkproof World Domination! 2013: More wins at marathon+ distance, 1:09 half marathon.
Caleb M. ran: Before everyone gets ...
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- 9 miles
- 00:58 time
- 06:28 pace
- 1054 calories
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Before everyone gets their undies in a bunch at me, when I say slow, I mean relative to where I want to be. I'm comparing to myself (and my speedy training partner). And I'm not complaining, I am just noting that I still have a lot of work to do.
Today's workout was a "see where I'm at" sort of a thing. Peyton is running Peachtree next week, so I did his 10k simulation workout. Warm-up, then skips and strides, then 6k @ roughly 10k pace, then 400 float, then 400 at best daily effort. I wanted progress from 3:28 for the first k down to 3:24. Once we got rolling (and I was left in the dust!) I was stuck at 3:30 per k. Managed a 3:26 for the last one, but just felt slow.
So, lots more work to do. Somehow need to get economical at today's pace...lactate threshold needs a big bump. One thing I have working against me is I've focused almost entirely on teaching my body to burn fatty acids for the last 5+ years, so I need some major re-training of my energy systems to be able to effectively process and burn lactate.
It's pretty great that you are so aware of what you need to tweak and even though many of us still see you as super fast, it's inspiring to see that you continue to push yourself to higher limits. Keep striving!!
11 months ago • Like • 2 people
Wow, interesting coach. I can't wait to see your progress.
11 months ago • Like
Well said. I hate it when I see people get so wrapped up in comparing themselves to others. We're all different, which makes running such a great thing.
11 months ago • Like
That is the ONE thing about DM that bugs me;/ It's ALL relative to who you are and WHERE you are at a given point in your training, so people need to stop comparing themselves to your pace 'adjectives'...right?! I say, "Took it easy", or "Slowed down" and the responses are comically sarcastic. Do your own THANG people! :)
11 months ago • Like • 4 people
Nice job fattie, here's to speed coming back soon
11 months ago • Like • 2 people
For sure. Celebrate those daily goals, no matter how small.
11 months ago • Like
keep pushing man!
11 months ago • Like
I agree with Luke. I complain about only doing a marathon, and its all relative cause I need ultras!
11 months ago • Like
Keep posting, Caleb! I like reading your posts and thanks for sharing!
11 months ago
Keep chippin' away, Caleb. You'll get there!
11 months ago • Like
I totally get it.
11 months ago • Like
I can't believe you say you're slow when you're running 3:30/kilometer! Just kidding, great workout and good job reading your indicators
11 months ago • Like
Better lay off the pie!
11 months ago • Like
Great workout!
11 months ago • Like
I only compare the actual exercises, not the paces and times. Between you and the other coaches on here, I gain knowledge from what you do and apply my own paces to them. Can't wait for your next A race to see how all this work and new approaches to training plays out.
11 months ago • Like
No spite here. Every knife needs sharpening.
11 months ago • Like
nice run. it takes time to change your body like that. keep working hard and be patient.
11 months ago • Like
You'll get it back quickly. You know what you need to do and are motivated to do it. Great job & good luck!
11 months ago • Like
So, we need to live closer so I can kick your ass on these track workouts and you can kill me on the 22 mile slow death runs. I'm sure you'll be killing it in a few months regardless.
11 months ago • Like
Shouldn't you try again on a different day to make sure it wasn't just a shitty day?
11 months ago • Like
Still great workout Caleb, don't be hard on yourself sub 3:30 K's are quite good, and even though your not happy with the workout it's only a workout. You will knock it out of the ball park during a race and that's what really counts.
11 months ago • Like
Man, I should be so fat and slow!
11 months ago • Like
I get it. Its tough Caleb... It is all relative.
11 months ago • Like
Nice work, Caleb. At least you know where you're at.
11 months ago • Like
My heart rate went up reading it!!! Great Job!
11 months ago • Like