When I first heard about Zombies, Run!, I thought it was probably the coolest running app available. I hadn't actually planned on learning to run, but a few days ago I was telling my brother about how cool the app sounded. It was at that point that I realized that I had to try it. I found out that the company had also released a 5k learn to run version. Within ten minutes I had borrowed some workout gear from my mom and was hitting the park trails.
The app adds an extra dimension to each run. You get to run, listen to your own music, and get an extra push from the radio controller. I also really like the feature that tracks where you have run. I know most running apps probably do this too, but this is the first one I've used. I used to follow routes with my car afterwards so I would know how far I was running. So far I have just been training to avoid zombies, so we will see how I do once zombies actually get into the mix.
The first day was just a free form run with an introduction to the story. I was surprised at how involved it was. I arrived at Abel township via helicopter and started running towards the base. I think the first day of the regular Zombies, Run! and the Zombies, Run! 5K are the same.
The next day, I surprised myself by moving my schedule around so that I could fit a run in. Although, I am using the term "run" quite loosely. Since I'm starting with the learn to run app there isn't much running going on so far.
Week One consists of three workouts (not including the introduction). Each day has the same system. I am Runner Five, and I am being trained to be a runner for the Abel Base Camp. Each day looks like this:
- 10 minute warm-up walk
- 1 minute of walking, 15 second run - x10
- 10 minute free form run (run or walk as much as you like)
The characters are really interesting. I am especially a fan of Sam Yao, who is the dispatcher. He was romantically involved with the old Runner Five, Alice, who has recently become a zombie.
I ended up getting a blisters on both of my ankles (very common for me), so I have to put bandaids on before I go out running. During workout 3, I forgot to put the bandaids on. I decided to run through the pain. The story kept me going despite my uncomfortable ankles. When I got home, I looked at my shoes and they were both absolutely covered in blood. It's a good thing there weren't any real zombies around. I would have been toast... They can smell blood, right?
I ended up getting a blisters on both of my ankles (very common for me), so I have to put bandaids on before I go out running. During workout 3, I forgot to put the bandaids on. I decided to run through the pain. The story kept me going despite my uncomfortable ankles. When I got home, I looked at my shoes and they were both absolutely covered in blood. It's a good thing there weren't any real zombies around. I would have been toast... They can smell blood, right?
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