What is a zombie run?
A zombie run is a run where you run early in the morning, while most people are sleeping. Usually this means your brain is still sleeping and doesn't quite realize you're running.
I started 'zombie run' training back in January. I was waking up at 4:30 so I could get to the gym for a treadmill run before work. I knew I could wake up at 4:30 since I already was waking up at 5am for work. I did this 3-4 times a week. Each run was 4-6 miles.
The trick I found was to roll out of bed, get dressed, and go directly to the gym. I wouldn't give any time to talk myself out of it. Once I was in the truck heading to the gym, it pretty much sealed my fate of hitting the treadmill to get a few miles in.
Once I was on the treadmill it wasn't until the first couple miles kicked in that I felt fully awake. I was 'awake' enough to function, but not enough to really enjoy the run. By the time the run was done, I was not only fully awake but sometimes also had the runner's high kick in (depending on the workout).
For those who are wanting to get a run in during the early morning hours, I recommend trying it for a couple days. You're going to need a couple days to see if you can get a rhythm going. Keep trying. It can be done!
Saturday, April 25, 2015
Monday, March 9, 2015
Dear Treadmill
Dear Treadmill,
Baby, we need to talk... I really wanted to have this conversation man to machine with you but you won't let me get a word in lately. Our time together is coming to an end. We had a great few months together this winter, but spring is here now and I fear you knew this was coming. You were always there patiently waiting for me to show up and take you for a run, except for those few times some jerk snagged you first but I forgive you for that. I didn't consider it 'sloppy seconds' - you were just doing your job. We would spend at least three days a week together, working together until you were drenched in my sweat.. Some of that time was spent really early when most people were still sleeping. Those moments were so special, baby... You helped make me the person I am today.
I was always good to you. I made sure to be light on my feet and not stomp on you like those other guys. When we spent time together, I kept my attention focused on you and not on the other treadmills. You know I only used them when you were being serviced, right?
Baby, it's time for us to move on. I need to get outside and meet new surfaces. You're more of the indoor type. It's okay, don't cry. I don't expect you to change for me.
I'm sure you will find other runners who are wanting to take you for a run.
Yours truly,
-Deerfoot
Baby, we need to talk... I really wanted to have this conversation man to machine with you but you won't let me get a word in lately. Our time together is coming to an end. We had a great few months together this winter, but spring is here now and I fear you knew this was coming. You were always there patiently waiting for me to show up and take you for a run, except for those few times some jerk snagged you first but I forgive you for that. I didn't consider it 'sloppy seconds' - you were just doing your job. We would spend at least three days a week together, working together until you were drenched in my sweat.. Some of that time was spent really early when most people were still sleeping. Those moments were so special, baby... You helped make me the person I am today.
I was always good to you. I made sure to be light on my feet and not stomp on you like those other guys. When we spent time together, I kept my attention focused on you and not on the other treadmills. You know I only used them when you were being serviced, right?
Baby, it's time for us to move on. I need to get outside and meet new surfaces. You're more of the indoor type. It's okay, don't cry. I don't expect you to change for me.
I'm sure you will find other runners who are wanting to take you for a run.
Yours truly,
-Deerfoot
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