February Running Challenge

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  • _nikkiwolf_
    _nikkiwolf_ Posts: 1,380 Member
    edited February 2015
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    johnsonnelly wrote: »
    I have a question for everyone, how do you run? Do you run with walk intervals or straight through? I am trying to figure out what works best. I have been traveling a lot the past few months for work so have not had as much time to run as I would like but am home for a while now and would like to build up my endurance some.
    I started with regular walk intervals undtil I could go without them for 30 minutes. Then worked on increasing that. Runs of 6-7 km or less I usually run straight trough now.
    On longer walks, I still add in the occasional walking break. Not at a fixed time, but when I feel like it, e.g. after running up a decent hill (well, what I count as one - would make the people from mountainous regions rofl, but still...) or a long row of stairs. I also walk to dig out the little water bottle I recently bought - I haven't figured out how disentangle it from the belt or actually drink while running.
    When I started to run, I used to feel bad about walking, but I stopped caring a while ago. So what if I didn't run the full 12.3 km I logged on Sunday, but actully ran only 11.7 km and took two 300m-walking breaks inbetween? Personally, that's still fine with me. ;)

  • terricherry2
    terricherry2 Posts: 222 Member
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    Getting there slowly.


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  • Stoshew71
    Stoshew71 Posts: 6,553 Member
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    Date Miles today. Miles for February

    2/1 REST DAY
    2/2 6.2 miles - 6.2
    2/3 7.16 miles - 13.36
    2/4 REST DAY
    2/5 7 miles - 20.36
    2/6 6.2 miles - 26.56
    2/7 15 miles - 41.56
    2/8 REST DAY
    2/9 9.5 miles 51.06
    2/10 8 miles 59.06
    2/11 6.2 miles - 65.26
    2/12 7.36 miles - 72.62
    2/13 6.2 miles - 78.82
    2/14 15 miles - 93.82
    2/15 REST DAY
    2/16 10 miles - 103.82
    2/17 8 miles - 111.82

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  • jessupbrady
    jessupbrady Posts: 508 Member
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    We got at least 6" of snow last night, I definitely don't have the gear for running in snow. With the high temps being under 25°F and more snow expected up to and including on the weekend. So, I know I am going to fall short on my goal this month; But, compared to last year - when I did not run I am making a lot of progress.
    I'm going to keep trying as weather improves. I don't have a treadmill to run indoors - but I will pick up my cardio on days I cannot run. Just wanted to thank @Runningmischka‌, @fabnine, and @shanaber‌ for your support. Hopefully, I'll get in at least a few more miles before the month is done with me and make some progress in March.
  • Runningmischka
    Runningmischka Posts: 386 Member
    edited February 2015
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    @jessupbrady I love your profile pic, I bet this beauty does not mind the snow at all :D
    We got snow as well, which means several things: A. College is closed, hence a day off for me! Yes! B. No running outside, no matter how sunny and crisp it is right now. I am too afraid to fall over and hurt the baby, and no running shoes can withstand that much show :D C. I will be hitting a treadmill this afternoon, eeek. Gotta keep those mile rolling!

  • jessupbrady
    jessupbrady Posts: 508 Member
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    @runningmischa - no; the Husky, whose name is Thor, does not mind the snow. I should probably get a sled and let him pull me around the yard. The lab, loves to eat the snow but that gets her cold very fast. Things here are closed, but I am still at work. Nothing stops work.... bleh; I keep looking at the weather wondering if it will change at all and clear up enough for at least a little run.
  • WhatMeRunning
    WhatMeRunning Posts: 3,538 Member
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    Took a break this morning, had 4 mile intervals planned. My foot feels fine today, but it was hurting pretty bad Saturday after my last run so I didn't want to risk running on it again too soon. I'll probably run Thursday and test it out.

    I must admit that this work on core and hip strength is eye-opening! I definitely had some weak areas. I'm seriously considering backing down my long runs while I work on strengthening core/hips along with form and speed on my runs.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
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    @SLHysell‌ my husband had a similar experience. He just avoids running that road.

    I would at the very least report the incident since the owner is incompetent in controlling his dog. What if it was a kid walking home? Glad it wasn't worse. I think in our state you'd have the right to shoot or mace the animal since it's on public property. I'd find out.
  • jbrinda1
    jbrinda1 Posts: 153 Member
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    I'm gonna shoot for 120. Should be more, but this weather has been killing me! At 56 now. And I'll be adding another 6+ in a little bit.
  • skippygirlsmom
    skippygirlsmom Posts: 4,433 Member
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    2/1 - 2/6 no running
    2/7 - 2.1 miles
    2/8 - 2.1 miles
    2/9 - PT day so I didn't run
    2/10 - 2.1 miles (amount allowed by PT)
    2/11 - 2.5 miles
    2/12 - 2.0 miles
    2/13 - PT - rest day
    2/14 - 3.5 miles (PT upped me to one 2 mi and one 3 mile run over the weekend)
    2/15 - 2.1 miles
    2/17 - PT - rest day
    2/18 - 2.8 miles (PT said I can start adding miles this week) My body needs to get used to running in the cold again, I'm like a car my oil needs to warm up LOL It was 18 degrees at run time 8 degrees as the feel like temp.

    19.2 miles out of 40

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    We talked about my hammies, he said my range of motion was more than Friday. I told him I did like he said and did just some light body weight stretches and used the foam roller. He said to put the roller between my knees and just bend at the waist and let my upper body weight do the stretch...nice.

    Okay I tried to take some pictures this morning of my run and the snow. Yes I'm in Alabama and it was snowing on my run this morning. @fabnine all I could think in my head was "snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes" :smile:

    snow on my roof

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    my beautiful view as I head out

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    I saw this on FB and just liked it.

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  • briebee7
    briebee7 Posts: 224 Member
    edited February 2015
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    @SLHysell - very scary! I am really glad you are ok and were able to walk away unscathed. I agree that you should report the incident.

    I am really behind reading up on everyone's adventures. I will catch up soon. For now here is my mileage:

    2/1 8 8
    2/5 4 12
    2/7 16 28
    2/10 6 34
    2/11 5 39
    2/12 7 46
    2/13 4 50
    2/14 12 62
    2/16 7 69
    2/17 7 76

    76 miles/120 goal

    I loved having a 4 day weekend! I got to run trails twice (Sat and Mon) instead of my normal bike bath running.
  • SonicDeathMonkey80
    SonicDeathMonkey80 Posts: 4,489 Member
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    1 - 5mi, race/pacing
    2 - Birthday, rest day
    3 - 8mi, fast finish
    4 - 10mi, easy
    5 - 9mi, 8x800m (Yasso 800s) at 6:40min/mi
    6 - 8.2mi, easy
    7 - 19.7mi, long/last 8 w/girl
    8 - Rest
    9 - 5mi, easy
    10 - 11.3mi, easy, doubles 8.3+3
    11 - 10mi, easy
    12 - 6mi, pyramid speed day
    13 - 9mi, easy, doubles 6+3
    14 - 6.3, 3.2mi, easy, + 5k race
    15 - Rest
    16 - 5mi, easy
    17 - 8mi, easy




    Feb Goal: 200mi

    Total: 120.5mi
  • Runningmischka
    Runningmischka Posts: 386 Member
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    2/1 = 6.5 miles
    2/3 = strength training
    2/4 = 6.5 miles
    2/5 = strength training
    2/6 = 6.5 miles
    2/7 = 5.5 miles
    2/9 = 6.5 miles
    2/10 = strength training
    2/12 = strength training
    2/13 = 6.5 miles
    2/14 = 5 miles
    2/15 = 6 miles
    2/17 = 5 miles

    @SLHysell I am glad you are ok! The owner was way out of line, and I agree with others that this incident should be reported.

    @jessupbrady My 4-legged buddy is not a husky, but she does not mind snow either, or any weather for that matter...

    Here is my MIschka chilling in the snow:
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    And in the rain...
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    And sunbathing at 102F temperature...Nothing gets to this dog!
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  • 9voice9
    9voice9 Posts: 693 Member
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    Yep - set it WAY too low.

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    Oh well. I guess I'll have to set it better next time.
  • cooter_mom
    cooter_mom Posts: 108 Member
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    I had an absolute terrible run Sunday, I just had no gas. So after fighting for 25 minutes, I decided I should just stop and take it as a short short run and rest. Then that night, my daughter had a stomach bug, so no run yesterday either. But I'm back at it today, feeling good. I think I just needed the rest.

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  • cooter_mom
    cooter_mom Posts: 108 Member
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    And I know you will all be so jealous of where I get to run! Treadmill and Doctor Who on the IPad. But alas, I am a fair weather runner and I live in southern Alberta, Canada.
  • ayalowich
    ayalowich Posts: 242 Member
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    @SLHysell . Thanks for sharing that story and glad you are okay. It did remind me of something similar, but not quite as harrowing as your experience.

    A few years back I was 2 minutes into my run one block over from my house and a large dog came at me hard from behind and while I tried to evade it he hit me solidly on the side of my right knee and it scared me a lot more from an injury perspective than anything else. I started yelling at the dog to get away from me (never have carried mace, may have to think about it now) and that made the owner really mad as his dog kept heading up the street following me. In any event, somehow this all became my fault in the owners eyes and he shouted at me very loudly. It was all very odd. I avoided that block for awhile but then just went back to incorporating it from time to time. Never saw that person or that dog again.

    In any event-67 miles thus far. 10 runs. But nagging foot and knee issues have returned and despite our stellar weather, it is getting tougher to get out the door. We'll see if we make it to the goal of 100+
  • JustWant2Run
    JustWant2Run Posts: 286 Member
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    Feb 1--- 5 miles
    Feb 2--- REST DAY
    Feb 3--- 7 miles
    Feb 4--- 6 miles
    Feb 5--- 6 miles
    Feb 6--- 6 miles
    Feb 7--- 14 miles
    Feb 8--- 5 miles
    Feb 9--- REST DAY
    Feb 10--- 7 miles
    Feb 11--- 5 miles
    Feb 12--- 5 miles
    Feb 13--- 5 miles
    Feb 14--- 13.16 miles
    Feb 15--- 5 miles
    Feb 16--- REST DAY
    Feb 17--- 7 miles

    Total: 96.16 miles
    Goal: 170
  • nulife9727
    nulife9727 Posts: 74
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    2/4 - 3.5
    2/5 - 3.3
    2/6-2/8 sick days
    2/9 - 3.81
    2/10 - 3.60
    2/11 - 3.45
    2/12 - mowed lawn
    2/13 - 3/49
    2/14 - rest day
    2/15 - 3.49
    2/16 - 2.0
    2/17 - rest day
  • madube84
    madube84 Posts: 135 Member
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    2/1 –
    2/2 – 1 mile
    2/3 –
    2/4 – 1 mile
    2/5 -
    2/6 -
    2/7 -1 mile
    2/8 – 3.1 miles
    2/9 - .5 miles
    2/10 – 2.2 miles
    2/11 –
    2/12 – 1 mile
    2/13/ -
    2/14 – 1 mile
    2/15 –
    2/16 – 2.2 miles
    2/17 – 1 mile

    Goal: 30
    Completed: 14

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