Here’s what I did:
1/2 mile warm-up
Mile 1-30 second repeats (30 sec @ 7:30 pace, 30 sec @ 9:30 pace)
Mile 2-1 minute repeats (1 min @ 7:30 pace, 1 min @ 9:30 pace)
Mile 3-45 second repeats (45 sec @ 7:30 pace, 45 sec @ 9:05 pace)
Mile 4-2 min repeats (2 min @ 7:30 pace, 2 min @ 9:45 pace)
Mile 5-4 min repeats (4 min @ 7:30 pace, 4 min @ 9:30 pace)
1/2 mile cool-down
I took about 10 minutes to do some abs (planks, v-ups, bicycles) and stretching before I headed home.
Proof that I truly do sweat more than the average person (by the way, this is a dri-fit shirt):
I decided to try something new for a post-run snack. I received some samples of whey protein powders and pulled one out to give it a try. Check out my opinion of protein powder here. In my Advanced Nutrition class we talked about whey protein isolates and how they can benefit your body and muscles because they are easily digested. Today I tried a vanilla flavored and used half of the suggested portion. I like the simple ingredient list: whey protein isolate, natural flavors, xantham gum, and stevia. This one is lactose free, gluten free, and made without growth hormones.
Berry Protein Smoothie
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup frozen mixed berries
1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
dash vanilla extract
3 ice cubes
The verdict? It was pretty good. The powder was a lot sweeter than I expected but did not have any weird aftertaste or anything. The xantham gum made it really fluffy too.
I’m off to the lab for the afternoon and then to class. I hope you have a great day!
*TIP TIME*
When you run or walk on the treadmill try to do something different every minute or two. Crank up the incline or increase the speed. This helps beat boredom and increases your caloric burn.
Question: When you go to the gym do you use the bike, treadmill, elliptical, or stair climber?
