The February 2016 Running Challenge
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Today's 5-miler was difficult. It snowed 13 inches here between Sunday and yesterday so I decided to go on the bike path that is regularly cleared. It was probably 50-50 between being clear or packed snow with some ice. My heart rate was definitely higher than it usually is at the pace I was going so I am guessing I was just working really hard when I was trying not to fall. After 3 miles I stopped my watch and was just going to leave it at that because I was feeling tired but after walking around for a few minutes I talked myself into finishing the last 2 miles. I usually try to run Friday and Saturday but the class I am taking right now meets from 8am-5pm Friday and Saturday and it's around an hour drive away so I don't think I will be able to get out. I'm glad I talked myself into finishing 5 today.
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Activity Name Walk / Run Treadmill
Start: Mon Feb 1 2016 7:00 pm
Distance 2.00
Time: 32 min
Avg HR 150
Max HR 175
Calories 303
Activity: Elliptical
Tue, Feb 2, 2016 3:10 PM
Distance: 2 miles
Time: 31:15
Avg HR: 160
Max HR: 181
Calories: 315
Activity Name Walk / Run Treadmill
Start: Wed, Feb 3, 2016 6:46 PM
Distance 2.38
Time: 34 min
Avg HR 153
Max HR 179
Calories 319
Goal: Run 6 miles/week, 24 miles in Feb0 -
February Running Totals (miles)
[1/31 – 14.01 easy with hills]
2/1 – 6.08 easy + 4 strides
2/2 – 9.73 warm up, speed work, cool down
2/3 – 6.30 group run
February total to date – 22.11
Goal – 62 or 68 miles per week, per training plan
expected February total - 262 to 265 miles
Today's notes – A rather routine group run for a relatively short distance. Can't complain about 57° F (14° C ) on February 3! Some road running, a little bit of not very technical trails, and a group that controlled the pace okay. It was a nice rest after yesterday's rather challenging speed workout.
Upcoming races:
March 12, 2016 Johnny's Runnin' of the Green 5 mile (Rochester, NY - need to register)
March 26, 2016 Spring Forward Distance Run 15K (Mendon, NY - need to register)
April 18, 2016 Boston Marathon (Hopkinton, MA)
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February 2016
01/2 – 11.22 walk
02/2 – 3.64 walk
03/2 – 6.43 walk
04/2 – 2.22 walk
Total: 23.51 km / 180 km
Bought some cheap inserts for my shoes today as my arches are in a bit of pain. Sticking to walking this week, until parkrun on Saturday… And I just made an appointment to see a Podiatrist on Wednesday (Finally!!) I was told over the phone that the Podiatrist is extremely good at fitting shoes, they carry a wide range of shoes and will assess me on the treadmill and video my gait. I am wondering if I need orthotics made up – Perhaps this is part of the reason my shins never get completely better. Even after a lot of rest, massage, slowing down, changing my running style, several different shoes.. I just can’t get to the bottom of it.. This lady sounds great though so cross fingers for me please!! Hope everyone is having a great start to the month!!
Races:
9 January – New Year (virtual) 10K DONE! 1:11:58
February – I Love Running (virtual) 10K
February – Run For Mental Health – 100km
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@runner_girl83 How do you draw the line thru the sentence? Referring to your January 9 NY virtual race...I don't know how so I'm asking you since you just did it. Thank you!0
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Worked 7-7 today and did just over 10 Kilometers on my lunch. My longest run yet! Knocked a couple minutes off my previous 10K time from a couple weeks back. Tried to stretch really well so I can get some miles in tomorrow but I'm not feeling confident. Every time I ramp up these longer runs a little it beats up my legs.
Considering dropping by a quality running store over the weekend and getting fitted for some shoes. The pair I have now seem to be working but I can't deny the itch to spend some money on something I'm enjoying.
1-1: 3 miles (and 27 on bike)
1-2: rest
1-3: 6.6 miles
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10 miles on Treadmill in 79:30. 7:57 pace.0
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@pippishortstockings Shoes/Socks - Like most Clothes are always a very Personal choice. What works for me could be a Foot/Leg Destroying disaster for you and other runners. So my recommendation for Shoes is pretty standard - Go to a Running Specialty Store ( prepared to Run ) and get them to do a Gait Analysis on a Tread Mill. A good store should have 1-2 Video Cameras ( Rear and Side Views ) aimed at the deck, They should be able to show you the recording and explain your stride/foot strike. Then they will have you try on multiple pairs for a Walk test then Treadmill Run with the Ones you have set aside. The Right Shoe will Find You. When I do a walk test with a new shoe I actually close my eyes to truly feel the "Balance Point/Heel Lift/Foot Stability". One of my many quirks!pippishortstockings wrote: »Our winters (Michigan) can be quite similar, can I ask if you use a certain type of shoe for running, or a type of sock? /// I find that I'm getting rashes on my calves, and don't know if I should go to Target and buy some cold weather gear, or invest in something potentially better from UnderArmor or a place like that. Would you (or anyone else) have any advice for me? I appreciate it!!!
A few Links to Historical Posts about Running Gear.
Tools-of-the-trade
Running-gear
Running-in-cold-weather
Running-socks-yeah-or-ney
Running-gear-is-taking-over-my-wardrobe/p1
@Elise4270 She Wins - First Mid Run Protein Supplement of the 2016 Running YearAte my first bug of the year.
( North American Division ) . South America, Africa, Asia, Europe and South Pacific still open.
@Virkati you asked @runner_girl83 How do you draw the line thru the sentence? On a PC when adding a comment there are 3 Icons to the left above the comment Box The S with the - will do Strikethrough. Highlight the Word(s) and hit the Strikethrough.0 -
@juliet3455 Ok giving it a shot...thank you for the help! like this? YES!0
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@pippishortstockings Forgot about these link's on Cold Weather Running and Layering
Runners World Cold Weather Running
Runners World What to wear on cold runs
Runners World What to Wear
Remember these are just guides/suggestions - What works for me at 10 degrees will probably leave you Cold and Miserable ( I run in Comfort down to -25 Celsius = -13F )
This one about Buying Shoes. Runnersworld How to buy running shoes
@DCKgirl03 Just a little West and North of you in the Peace River District of NW Alberta. So we have similar weather - Those darn Alaskan Clippers and there cold-snowy conditions. Mid-western USA Blames it on an Alberta Clipper - We know it started in Alaska.0 -
2.5 mile today, a short one but I ran all the way up the steepest hill in the area so it was still a success! 11.5 miles so far this month.0
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I seem to remember somebody from the running challenge added "bug" to the MFP food database last year, when those lovebugs were all over the place in some regionsWhatMeRunning wrote: »
@dennie24 your snow run sounds really tough. Kudos for hanging in there and finishing the 5 miles!
@runner_girl83 hopefully the podiatrist will find a way to fix your shin splints. My fingers are crossed!
@kateparry84 Congratulations! I moved to an area with a few "evil" hills, and I'm still super happy every time I manage to vanquish one of them by running all the way.0 -
2/1: 6 miles with Joe to Go crew
2/2: 5 miles
2/3: 7.5 miles
2/4: 8.2 miles (am)
A decent 8 miles today. 2 miles warm up, 2 miles marathon pace, then two miles off because I was going uphill against the wind and I'm tired, then the last 2 miles were at half-marathon pace. Felt much easier than yesterday, but I'm definitely still recovering my energy. Hoping my evening run tonight will be 100%! A day's worth of coffee should help with that
This morning felt like pure springtime though. It was 52 degrees, foggy and drizzly, some weak sunshine starting to come through at the end of the run. Birds chirping, squirrels darting across my path..... so very spring-ish! It felt like a March or April morning today, not one at the beginning of February! But little ol' me in shorts and a t-shirt was not complaining!
Upcoming races:
4/3: Caesar Rodney Half Marathon
5/1: New Jersey Marathon0 -
WhatMeRunning wrote: »
No. It made me cough, and I peed my pants a little, which raised my HR slightly- figured it all evened out... (Nerve damage= pp pants).
I think @ddmom0811 added the bug? I know she has a taste for love bugs..0 -
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@snha I grew up with pippi, and was always inspired by her strength and tenacity! Sounds like you've got a good kid
@DCKgirl03 holy cold, talk about dedication!
@skippygirlsmom That's a good tip, dressing for ten degrees warmer!!
Some of the stores around here are having weekend sales, so I'm going to do a little exploring and find some good stuff
Wow, thanks for the links and the info @juliet3455 !! I just called a running store near where I work, and they do gait analysis. I know what I'll be adding to my weekend roster of gear hunting!! The shoes I use now I like, but I have had them for about two years of spinning, lifting, dancing, and running. Might be time for a new pair, haha.0 -
I'm going for 75 again. and try to get back up to 13 miles on weekend runs
1-personal training episode. so sore
2-nothing, not feeling well
3-slept in. still not feeling great
4-see above
RACES:
Jan 16-Frosty 5k-33:43:123 (gun time-don't have chip time)
Feb 13-Steve Cullen Run
Feb 13-21 Puppy Love Virtual Run 10k
?Mar 14-Great Pi Run?
?Jun 11-Rock n Sole 5 or 8k? honeymoon might interfere
June 19th through Sunday, July 10th SHE Power Virtual Half
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Yep, it's in the food diary.
Generic - Gnat Fruit Fly
Serving size - Partial swarm
Total calories: 5
Fats: 0g
Carbs: 0g
Protein: 1g
Since you only had one bug, you will have to fractionalize that. Maybe .05 servings?0 -
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2/1 - Rest day. Semi-planned.
2/2 - Snow Day
2/3 - 4 miles on treadmill
2/4 - 5.1 miles on treadmill (Trek class). Sore knee this morning...hoping it is from shoveling and not running related. Didn't get worse when I ran, so I am going to cautiously push through.
@Elise4270 - Everyone is caught up in your protein snack. I say eating bugs is a sure sign of spring!0 -
WhatMeRunning wrote: »Yep, it's in the food diary.
Generic - Gnat Fruit Fly
Serving size - Partial swarm
Total calories: 5
Fats: 0g
Carbs: 0g
Protein: 1g
Since you only had one bug, you will have to fractionalize that. Maybe .05 servings?
Wow! 1g protein! I'll stop holding my breath through the swarm and pretend they are krill and I'm a hungry whale! Although, thinking of myself as a whale may be detrimental to my fragile self image. Om nom nom nom!0 -
2/1 - Rest day. Semi-planned.
2/2 - Snow Day
2/3 - 4 miles on treadmill
2/4 - 5.1 miles on treadmill (Trek class). Sore knee this morning...hoping it is from shoveling and not running related. Didn't get worse when I ran, so I am going to cautiously push through.
@Elise4270 - Everyone is caught up in your protein snack. I say eating bugs is a sure sign of spring!
Yes, its on the way. 22 last night. So, bye bye buggies.0 -
pippishortstockings wrote: »
I go 20 if its calm and sunny. But I'll run shirtless at 45. Windy conditions I'll dress for the real feel. Each layer I add equals 5-10° depending on the conditions. Gloves add 15°. Ear cover is a must at or below 40. Toy with it long enough and you'll get a good feel for it.
When in doubt i make sure I'm running a loop to lose a layer if needed. Ive even left clothes in the brush to come back for. And I find I run faster if I'm slightly underdressed, which is hard for me to embrace since I loved hot days. But running has ruined that. I'm now dreading temps above 60. Just my 2¢.. I think you'll find you acclimate to cold temps quicker. But cold here is 20-40.0 -
2/1-3 slow miles + lots of yoga
2/2-5.4 miles+ strength training
2/3-7 miles
The weather was beautiful in southern Ohio yesterday. Sunny and 57, felt like spring. And just as windy. Holy smokes. Forecast said winds were 20-25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. From yesterday's run I learned: Running up a hill with 25 mph winds at your back requires almost the same level of effort as running back down the hill with those same winds in your face.
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lporter229 wrote: »2/1-3 slow miles + lots of yoga
2/2-5.4 miles+ strength training
2/3-7 miles
The weather was beautiful in southern Ohio yesterday. Sunny and 57, felt like spring. And just as windy. Holy smokes. Forecast said winds were 20-25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. From yesterday's run I learned: Running up a hill with 25 mph winds at your back requires almost the same level of effort as running back down the hill with those same winds in your face.
Wow, I wouldn't have attempted winds like that. Was 18mph gusts here, and I just try to stay in the trees. Killer run!0 -
After my run yesterday, my left calf/peroneal tendon/whatever is once again stiff. I wish it would let me know during the run whether it would cause me problems afterward, but I suppose that's too much to ask.
Taking some more time off, and starting myself on glucosamine supplements today (hey, it helps my dog with her limp--might do me some good, too). Considering booking an appointment with a PT or something. Any suggestions on what type of doc I should consider?0 -
ceciliaslater wrote: »After my run yesterday, my left calf/peroneal tendon/whatever is once again stiff. I wish it would let me know during the run whether it would cause me problems afterward, but I suppose that's too much to ask.
Taking some more time off, and starting myself on glucosamine supplements today (hey, it helps my dog with her limp--might do me some good, too). Considering booking an appointment with a PT or something. Any suggestions on what type of doc I should consider?
In Oklahoma you can walk into PT an be treated for 30 days without a doctor script. Mercy here won't abide by that. You know any runners in your area that could suggest a PT? My GP wrote the script for PT.
Do you have any good chiropractors? Mine is good with PT. Good luck.
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