Color Me Rad Winnipeg

Mission Accomplished!  I ran the Color Me Rad 5K in 27 minutes and 10 seconds...and I had a blast doing it!  I'm really glad I chose this run to be my first ever race because it was so fun and laid back.  I only had myself to compete with and I never felt embarrassed or stressed out that I wasn't going to make my time. I could write about how much fun I had but I think when talking about a race like the Color Run, you kind of have to be there to get anything out of it, so instead of telling how much fun I had, I thought I'd just show you instead...

My roommate and I before heading to the main stage to listen to music and get covered in even more color.

Getting ready for the final color bomb!

Crossing the finish line!

What an unreal day!

Welcome to the gun show...

Well at least I know the mesh in my free runs works!

Custom workout tank from Skreened + Color Bombs

Race Bib and free shades

Don't even try to tell me this doesn't look like a good time...

Now that the race is over I am even more determined than ever to run a 10K and maybe even a half marathon.  I've learned to love running (finally) and can't wait to keep training.  That being said I'd realized I had neglected my regular workout routine while I was training for the 5K so I decided to get back at it today.  Not going to lie, it was a bit rough.  I did a kickboxing video and finished up with Ab Ripper X.  I actually found the kickboxing to be easier (my cardio  and endurance has increased dramatically since I've started running!) but I couldn't even keep up with Ab Ripper.  I really need to focus on my upper body and my core so maybe that will be my next project..

To health and happiness!

Jordana

5K Training: Day 23

I had every intention of doing my last 15min run 1 min walk routine today but when I started running I realized had the perfect pace going and I wasn't tired when my SIT timer signalled for me to run so I ran through my rest and finished 5.3km in 31 minutes without stopping.  I'm pretty sure that's the longest I've ever run without any break (sad but true)!
Today's run felt great and I'm feeling more confident about the race on Saturday so I think I might use the next 3 days to just rest and relax before the big run.  If that's the case my next post will be post-race and I'll be sure to upload some embarrassing pictures of my choking on coloured cornstarch!

To health and happiness!
Jordana

5K Training: Day 22

You know it's too hot to run outside when after about 1.5K your mouth is so dry that you can't even lick your lips!  I am literally dripping sweat but as shitty as today's run was I still managed to get 5.2K in 31 minutes.  I'm hoping that tomorrow I'll get an early morning run in (weather permitting) and then move on to my final week of training (30 minute straight run).  Even if I only get one 30 minute run in, I am banking on the excitement of race day to speed up my pace and hopefully get my 5K done in under 30 minutes (I'll be jacked if I come in at 29.59!). Time for some water and a much needed recovery drink!

To health and happiness!
Jordana

Nope it wasn't raining outside, that's just hard earned sweat.

5K Training: Day 21

I'm starting to get VERY nervous for the race! Today I ran two sets of 15minutes or running and 1 minute of walking and ended up running 5.2km in 31 minutes. If I want to run the 5K in under half an hour I'm really going to have to pick up my pace!  Other than scaring myself into running faster today's run was really good.  I didn't notice a difference running 15 minutes as opposed to running 12 minutes and I'm really hoping when I cut out the walk I won't find it too difficult.  Today was one of the first overcast days we've had in a while and it was so nice to run without the sun beating down on you.  It was also nice to be able to run at 10:00 am instead of having to wait until 9:00-10:00pm before it was cool enough to go for a run.  I can't believe there are only 5 more days until the race!

To health and happiness!
Jordana

5K Training: Day 20

One sunset, three deer sightings, 5 swallowed bugs, and 6.5km later and I've come to the conclusion that twilight runs are just phenomenal. Todays run was really great.  I felt like I kept up a solid pace and wasn't nearly as tired during my second and third sets as I normally am.  After today I move on to my two 15 minute runs and I'm actually excited to only have to stop once and walk.  I find that now the walks just throw my pace off more than anything and don't really serve a purpose.  I'm getting really excited for the Color Run and can't believe it's only 10 days away!

To health and happiness,
Jordana

5K Training: Day 19

6.4K in 38 minutes!  If I am able to keep that pace for the run and eliminate all of my walks I will definitely be able to complete the run in 30minutes.  I did another evening run tonight and it was so much more enjoyable than running in the middle of the day.  There was way less traffic and I didn't feel like I was going to keep over and die from heat exhaustion halfway through the run.  I only have one more 12:1 run and then I move on to 15:1 x 2.  I feel like once I finish this week the runs will seem like a breeze!

To health and happiness,
Jordana

5K Training: Day 18

Ok, that was not as bad as I thought it would be.  I ran 6.1km in 38minutes so that sets my pace around 6minutes and 30seconds/ km.  That's not as fast as I'd like for the race but I was also stopping for my walking breaks.  Hopefully by race day I will have eliminated my walks and be able to keep my pace at 6min/km.  Apart from having another hot day to run, today's run was really good.  I was just down in the States for the last couple of days and bought a Nike Sensor for my runners.  It is awesome.  It tracks your pace, distance, and calorie burn and then uploads it to your online Nike+ account through your iPhone...I love it.  It's definitely going to keep me motivated that's for sure.
I've started to feel guilty lately because the ONLY workouts I'm doing are my runs. I haven't done yoga, kickboxing, or even good old fashioned weight training in forever!  Tonight I'm going to throw on my new bikini (thanks again to my States shopping spree) and do Ab Ripper X just so I can easy my guilty conscious.

To health and happiness,
Jordana

5K Training: Day 17 (Happy Canada Day!)

HAPPY CANADA DAY EVERYONE!!!  In celebration of one of the best days of the year, I decided to honour my motherland with my favourite running accessory...

Is that hat BA or is that hat BA?!

I was fortunate enough to have the day of work so I spent pretty much the entire day soaking up the sun  and guzzling water (high of 29 degrees!!!).  After I made one helluva Canada Day burger (lean ground beef, pesto, mushrooms, bacon, and mozzarella) I decided I needed to kick myself in the ass and do today's run.  I think I may have misjudged the weather because about 20seconds into the run the clouds opened up and I ran in direct sunlight for 5.1km...I'm NOT complaining, I LOVE the sun but I did make a fool of myself when I decided I would take the highway home (black asphalt, no wind) and had to call my dad as soon as I was finished to come and bring my a water bottle.  Worse case of cottonmouth EVER!  All in all, it was a good run.  After today I no longer have any two minute walking breaks while I run.  I move onto 12minute run, 1minute walk this week and I'm not going to lie...I think it's going to be rough.  I still have to complete 3 sets (the same amount as this week) except the run is longer and the break is shorter.  Oh well, I've learned to stop doubting myself and start motivating myself instead so...bring it on Week 6, I'm ready for you!

To health and happiness,

Jordana

Chillin' like a villain with my adorable niece at the Canada Day Parade! 

Pretty much my entire day...(Awesome Women's Health issue btw!)

Cheat Day! But seriously, how good does that look?

Happy Canada Day Everyone!