One Hour Runner Week 01 Day 01

I started the One Hour Runner program today.

The first three weeks of the program call for you to run for thirty minutes three times a week.

Before my run I went to Lumino dentist to get my teeth cleaned and polished. Boy, I’m not normally too worried about a dentist visit but the guy I had today was not particularly gentle. I actually had to get him to stop so I could recover a bit which is a first for me. I don’t think I’ll be going to that practice again if I have to see that guy which is a shame as the dentist I had last time was much, much better.

I went to the gym after as my wife had told me that it’s very quiet at about 9:30 -10:00ish. I normally go either early in the morning or late in the afternoon as it fits better with my schedule. The gym was very quiet and there were about eight treadmills empty which is quite unusual in my experience.

I haven’t run since my run in the Domain last Friday (I’m not counting my short runs at Round the Bays on Sunday) so I was feeling fairly keen. I decided I would set the pace a bit faster than normal and see how I go. I went great. I kept the slightly faster pace going for 25 minutes before I slowed down to my normal pace for the last few minutes.

Today’s goal was a time one. I had to run for 30 minutes. I managed to run 5.4 km in those thirty minutes. However, I’m tracking my 5K times as I have my first 5K race coming up next Sunday and I managed to set a personal record of 27:27 for 5K. After hitting the 5K mark I slowed right down hence I only did another 400 meters in the last 2 and a half minutes.

I bought some new shoes on the weekend and this was my first run with them. I got myself some Adidas Supernova Cushion 7s and I can highly recommend them. They were quite pricey ($209.99) but I think it was money well spent. Unfortunately shoes are rather expensive here in NZ. For my next pair I will probably buy them overseas and have them shipped in as these shoes only cost about $89 in the US. I had been using my Nike Free 7s to run in but I’ve been told that they do not have enough support for running outside. I have to say that I think these new Adidas shoes are brilliant. I don’t know if it was the shoes or the break or I’m getting fitter or a combination of the above but today’s run was great and I didn’t feel like giving up at any point in it.

I love running!

I found a video review of my shoes:

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March 18, 2008 | Filed Under OHR, running

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15 Responses to “One Hour Runner Week 01 Day 01”

Marshmallow on March 18th, 2008 12:08 pm

Please tell me that you at least TRIED some New Balance or Asics running shoes…!
WundaLucy on March 18th, 2008 12:41 pm

Man 27:27 is a solid time, well done!

Oh and snap on the Supernovas, I picked up a pair of those just before I started running! They’re really comfortable hey! Although I think mine were about $179 – it’s strange that you guys have to pay so much more even though you’re only a stone’s throw away!
Mary on March 18th, 2008 2:32 pm

I definitely rock some Brooks running shoes. I like em. Haven’t been rockin them often because I am being a lazy runner. So, how long did you run before your first 5k?
AndrewE on March 18th, 2008 2:51 pm

Marshmallow: But my running shirts and shorts are Adidas…how could I not go with them for the shoes?

Wundalucy: Great to see you have such great taste in shoes.

Mary: I’ve just finished the Couch to 5K program so this would be my ninth week of learning to run.
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TB-Milwaukee on March 18th, 2008 3:46 pm

I agree with Marshmellow. Hope you tried the New Balance and Asics on.

I love my Asics, but I also hate running.
metroknow - AlmostFit.com on March 18th, 2008 8:01 pm

I’ve never heard of the one hour runner but I think I may give it a try too. I am a big fan of Walk/Run, and was able to complete a half marathon doing it a few years ago, so this really interests me. I’m just now returning to running, so this may be just the thing.

Thanks for leading me to it – I’m anxious to see how it works for you.

Metroknow
http://www.almostfit.com
AndrewE on March 18th, 2008 8:04 pm

No worries. I’m hoping it will work for me. C25K did so we will see.
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Marshmallow on March 18th, 2008 9:52 pm

Head meet desk
abimars on March 18th, 2008 10:42 pm

Yipee, I finally found your blog, I couldn’t link back from my blog for some reason, I’ve obviously got a lot of reading to catch up on Congratulations on finishing the Couch to 5k, BOHR is fun and a great way to continue I’m repeating week 5 now
AndrewE on March 19th, 2008 6:01 am

Marshmallow:

Abimars: Welcome! It’s been great reading about your progress as it shows it can be done!
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chief wahoo on March 19th, 2008 6:59 am

Great 5K time!

I love getting new running shoes – it always makes me want to run more!
AndrewE on March 19th, 2008 7:13 am

Thanks Chief! I have to say that the more I run the more I want to run.
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Jeff on March 20th, 2008 5:31 am

Nice run, Andrew. If you look at your time in comparison to others in a timed 5k, you’ll see that your’re pretty close to the middle of the pack. An amazing accomplishment in such a short period of time.

Finally, I’m all caught up. Hope that the Google Reader link stays linked this time around.
AndrewE on March 20th, 2008 6:01 am

Thanks Jeff. I’ve got my first 5K next Sunday. I’m hoping that my treadmill time will translate to a similar time outside.
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Car on December 21st, 2010 4:09 pm

I’d have to give blessing with you on this. Which is not something I typically do! I love reading a post that will make people think. Also, thanks for allowing me to comment!