"5 minute rule"
Lately I have been trying to initiate my 5 minute rule. A rule I read awhile ago about how to become your "own personal trainer".
Workout for 5 minutes, if it still sucks stop, if you feel better continue. It has always worked for me, but as the winter descends upon the Midwest, my 5 minute rule is not working for me lately because it seriously is taking me 20 to 30 minutes just to get out of the door.
I'm loosing my inspiration and not enough perspiration. Arrgghhh...
I'm just trying to tell myself it is all part of the winter blues. Only the "crazies" ride their bikes and run outside in sub 30 degree weather. So why do I don't want to be there also.
I really feel overwhelmed these days. A off-season plan I have been trying to formulate, since I never had one before. But the more I try to map it out (without a coach) the more it seems like a full out, game-on training plan, just the devices are a little different.
Plyometrics, core workouts, weight room, swimming, mountain biking, and trail running in this winter wonderland. 3X's, 4X's, or even 5X's per week. Huh?
Maybe a 5 minute mediation would help. Now if I could not take so long to get ready for that.
So what are you all doing in the off-season? I need some advice.
Lately I have been trying to initiate my 5 minute rule. A rule I read awhile ago about how to become your "own personal trainer".
Workout for 5 minutes, if it still sucks stop, if you feel better continue. It has always worked for me, but as the winter descends upon the Midwest, my 5 minute rule is not working for me lately because it seriously is taking me 20 to 30 minutes just to get out of the door.
I'm loosing my inspiration and not enough perspiration. Arrgghhh...
I'm just trying to tell myself it is all part of the winter blues. Only the "crazies" ride their bikes and run outside in sub 30 degree weather. So why do I don't want to be there also.
I really feel overwhelmed these days. A off-season plan I have been trying to formulate, since I never had one before. But the more I try to map it out (without a coach) the more it seems like a full out, game-on training plan, just the devices are a little different.
Plyometrics, core workouts, weight room, swimming, mountain biking, and trail running in this winter wonderland. 3X's, 4X's, or even 5X's per week. Huh?
Maybe a 5 minute mediation would help. Now if I could not take so long to get ready for that.
So what are you all doing in the off-season? I need some advice.
posted by RunBubbaRun at 4:01 AM
9 Comments:
I have no advice. I'm just here to say I feel your pain. Stinkin' Mid-West. So damn cold.
Hey! OK...I'm a nut...but I HEART the cold and snow, and HEART running in it! I guess that's why I live where I do. :) I also like to mountain bike when it's snowy and I'm going to try and do that more often. I just go NUTS on my trainer inside! Maybe find some new trails to run or ride, to mix it up a bit? We run at the zoo up here--so fun to see the animals out, and they plow all the roads and sidewalks--perfect!
Hope that helps!
a) the Midwest cold just sucks
b) I had a similar experience with the off-season planning a few months back. And then I realized, it's not WHAT you do, it's just doing something. Don't plan too much - that's for the regular season. Just do something every day. I know - it's hard to let go, but I guarantee you'll be a lot happier in June when you're not burning out on organized training. That's my $0.02
I don't like the cold weather either. After the marathon this weekend, I'm gonna take some time off for the rest of December, and just do what I feel like doing. Then I'm thinking about starting to train for a HIM in January. But I'm also thinking that means lots of time on the trainer. Mountain bike in the cold, maybe. Road bike in it, no thanks.
2 ideas... 1) Hire a coach. I know you've been debating and it sounds more and more like you're ready to take the leap.
&/or
2)Draw your bottom line for # of workouts (for me, it's been 3 swims/week, plus dog walking every day). Period. Whatever I do on top of that is icing. Most of us don't need to be knocking ourselves out at this time of year. So chill - er, um, keep yourself warm. :)
I used to really enjoy running in winter when I lived in New England but sometimes had to make deals with myself to get out there when it was very cold. ("I'll run one hour outside and then come in and do the second hour on the treadmill." Then, after an hour, "OK, just 15 more minutes out here..."? Before I knew it, I was done.
A coach is a great idea if you can afford it because you're more accountable. Same with a consistent and equally dedicated training partner. That's helped me in the past.
Just remember that in the off-season, you aren't beholden to a schedule and you shouldn't let guilt guide you. Embrace the rest period, which includes a mental break. Just be more careful about what you eat and keep up those exercises you listed on a 'regular' basis. I'm sure your family's happy to have you around more.
Thinking about your races in the spring can sometimes help provide a nudge too.
Well, it's not a bad thing to not be motivated this time of year. We all need time off.
Curious about this ultra thing...it's something I've sorta been kicking around. What are you thinking??
Well, it's not a bad thing to not be motivated this time of year. We all need time off.
Curious about this ultra thing...it's something I've sorta been kicking around. What are you thinking??
What am I doing this off season? Sitting on my butt...
Well, you do have an IM in 2007 right? I would just keep your exercising pretty simple now. But it sounds like you may need some mental recharging too. So then do some cardio or strength workouts that are not running, biking, or swimming. Go rock climb, ski, racquetball.
I'm with TST, winter running is fun. I'm a crazy that will run in shorts unless it's snowing.
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