Pace Yourself & Other Helpful Sites

Like I said during my first week of marathon training, my time goal (besides "just finish") is under 6 hours. Hopefully that's doable based on my usual pace.

Of course, there's no knowing how strong/weak/injured/tired/hungry I'll really be at the tail end of the marathon, but I kind of love the existence of a calculator that helps you guesstimate with some confidence.

Look at all the choices!

I like this page from Runner's World because it offers more than just the usual pace calculator. Plus, that link to create a wristband? Super awesome! So many runners write paces on their arms anyway; this is just easier to clean up!

I've also been reading a ton of articles on marathoning. I'm trying not to let myself get overwhelmed. That's why an article like this one is so helpful:

 I mean, people have written approximately a gazillion books on what to do/not do when running any distance ever. Neatly packaging these things into ten easy-to-remember no-nos is extremely helpful and way less overwhelming.

As the school year raises its head (I've spent the last two days getting my classroom together and open house is Saturday), I've been having trouble getting back into good sleeping habits. Last night we went out for Matt's birthday (because I'll be working on his actual birthday), and I slept in so late today I'm almost embarrassed to admit it but..."breakfast" was totally "lunch".

They came out to celebrate on a work night, and it's not even actually his birthday yet! I'm impressed.

But I know I need to get back to running at 4:30 in order to fit everything else into my day, and I'm hoping I can start that routine this week. (Also, motivating myself to get up when I have no one to meet? Not at all easy! I'm really going to have to test my willpower here.)

I've shared this site before. I absolutely love it! I stress less about getting enough hours, and the recommendations based on REM cycles really do seem to hold water.

I know I'm going to be facing some scheduling challenges in the next couple weeks. It's time to really walk-the-walk and make training a priority so I don't fall behind. I'm going to actually have to learn to be organized!

...Oy. That seriously goes against my nature. Wish me luck!

Which websites do you find helpful?
How do you fit your workouts into your busy schedule?
It's Wednesday! How's your week going so far?

ABK