The cold and snowy winter weather makes it difficult to think about training for this year’s Kirby Derby. Race day is still over 11 weeks away; however, it is approaching quickly. If you have not already started training for the Kirby Derby, it is time to beat Mother Nature and get started. The Illinois weather leaves us with no choice but to train on the treadmill during the winter months. Although it is not the most popular choice for training, it will help you tremendously on May 10th at the Kirby Derby.
Overcoming the idea of another training session indoors, on that rotating belt can be difficult, but there are many positives that come from treadmill training. Treadmills are guaranteed to facilitate controlled and precise training; running on a treadmill allows you to enter your desired pace and keep that pace throughout your workout. The treadmill also eliminates many excuses as it is never too cold, snowy, or dark when you have a treadmill.
Remember that some training sessions are going to be difficult, but it is the great feeling of accomplishment when you are done that makes those sessions worth it. It can be especially rewarding when the weather is nasty, yet you still completed your training by running on the treadmill. Use this sense of accomplishment to help get you motivated to start your next session or future sessions when you are struggling to get started. It is important to keep in mind that you will never regret completing a training session, but you will regret missing one. Always take pride in your dedication to completing a training session, especially when it is done on a treadmill.
Another way to ensure your success at this year’s Kirby Derby is by enrolling in Kirby Medical Center’s training program. The training program is free and meets at the Monticello Middle School every Tuesday at 5:30. Participants will be given tips, motivation and support from others while training with a group in which individuals share similar goals. This year’s training program will kick off on Tuesday, March 4th at Kirby Medical Center with a Runner/Walker Forum. This forum is also free to the public and we encourage everyone’s attendance. Topics at the forum will include running tips, hydration and nutrition information, a CPR refresher course, and will answer questions about training for the race. Don’t forget to register for the 7th Annual Kirby Derby which will talk place on May 10, 2014. You can register at kirbyhealth.org. Hope to see you at the Middle School and at the finish line on May 10th.
“You have to wonder at times what you’re doing out there. Over the years, I’ve given myself a thousand reasons to keep running, but it always comes back to where it started. It comes down to self-satisfaction and a sense of achievement.” Steve Prefontaine
Duane Schlabach is a Registered Nurse at Kirby Medical Center and he holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from Indiana University.
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