January 2017 Running Challenge
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01.01.17 - 15 m. LR
01.02.17 - 10 m.
01.03.17 - 9.1 m. TM 6 M + 5K.
01.05.17 - 9 m. TM w/ incline.
01.06.17 - 10 m. TM. 9:10 pace.
01.07.17 - 8.1 m. TM 5 M + 5K.
01.08.17 - 8.8 m. incl 2x5K's.
01.09.17 - 11 m. TM @ 8:35 pace.
01.10.17 - 8 m. TM. EZ pace jog tonight.
01.11.17 - 11 m. TM @ 8:27 pace.
01.12.17 - 6.4 m. EZ.
01.13.17 - 19 m. TM. LR. 9:14 pace.
01.15.17 - 10 m. 9:33 pace.
01.16.17 - 11 m. TM. 8:18 pace.
01.18.17 - 11 m. TM. 8:11 pace. #WorkingHarder
01.19.17 - 7.4 m. EZ run.
01.20.17 - 18 m. TM. LR. 9:10 pace.
01.21.17 - 1.1 m. Not feeling it today.
01.22.17 - 14.2 m. 9:40 pace. 61 degrees in Ohio!
01.23.17 - 9 m. TM. 8:27 pace.
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1/2: 5 miles
1/3: 3 miles
1/4: 4.3 miles
1/5: 3 miles
1/6: rest
1/7: rest
1/8: 60 mins swim
1/9: rest
1/10: 45 mins swim
1/11: rest
1/12: rest
1/13: rest
1/14: 9 miles bike
1/15: 3 miles walk, 9 miles bike
1/16: 45 mins swim
1/17: 2 miles walk, 6 miles bike
1/18: 45 mins swim
1/19: 9 miles bike
1/20: 3 miles walk
1/21: 3 miles walk, 10 miles bike
1/22: 45 mins swim
1/23: 2.1 mile walk, 6.1 miles bike
Until I added the last few workouts to my list, I didn't realize that I haven't had a complete rest day in 10 days. While I know that my swim/bike/walk workouts haven't been near the same intensity that running provided me, I do need to keep in mind that I'm recovering from an injury. So, tomorrow is a rest day. I also start PT tomorrow and I'm eager to be given some exercises that I can be doing at home to help strengthen muscles in order to aide recovery. I mentioned before how I wish that I would have specifically requested a PT with a background in running and I'm really hoping that this PT seems knowledgeable so I feel confident I don't need to request a switch. I'm probably (hopefully) just worrying too much.2 -
@osubuckeye906 good luck tomorrow.0
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Ugh, I had a whole post typed up with a bunch of replies but then my computer died before I could plug it in. So, as a blanket statement: great job getting out there this weekend for those of you who ran long (or short) runs and races!
@Stoshew71 Congrats on a second place finish! I'm betting that runner won't make the same wrong turn come official race day. I've only made it through a few sections of the RW book, but there are definitely a few things I'm going to keep in mind to reference when I'm actually back in the swing of marathon training. I agree, it is very thorough.
@MNLittleFinn Hopefully whatever pain you're experiencing in your left shin/calf will be gone soon. Do you have any further appointments with your PT in case it sticks around?
@kristinegift Between the march and the trail run, it sounds like you had a weekend full of awesome experiences. Trail running sounds so interesting and fun, but I'm so afraid that I'd break an ankle or have a bad fall that I probably would end up walking most of it. Maybe in the future when I'm braver.
@_nikkiwolf_ That race sounds incredibly challenging...way to go on surviving a 10k in those conditions!
@snowyne You can search the "Community" section for your posts by plugging in your username. It bring up any posts that contains your username starting with the most recent first. If you're using the mobile app, tap the magnifying glass at the top of the page. If you're on a computer, click on "Search" just above the "January 2017 Running Challenge" title at the top of this page. I also use the Ctrl + F method that @MNLittleFinn mentioned a lot too to search for my username on a specific page.
@shanaber Not sure if this was your exact sentiment, but isn't it exhilarating to run in a downpour sometimes? If it's warm and light out, that is.
@skippygirlsmom Thanks!
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1/1-1/3 - sick
1/4 - 3.1 miles and yoga
1/5 - circuit training and yoga
1/6 - 3.5 miles
1/7 - rest
1/8 - yoga
1/9 - 3.2 miles and yoga
1/10 - 40 min stationary bike, weight machines
1/11 - 3.2 miles and yoga
1/12 - 35 min stationary bike, full body weight machines
1/13 - yoga
1/14 - yoga
1/15 - yoga
1/16 - 4.31 miles
1/17-1/22 - sickness everywhere
1/23 - 2 miles
19.31 miles / 40 miles (48% of goal)
So I realize I won't make my goal due to getting sick so much but I'm still trying!! Aiming for some runs on Wednesday and Friday. Found two 5ks I would like to do and even a mud run. Hopefully things work out and I'm able to do them.3 -
Sore glute/hamstring again!
I've got my 3 hour long run on Sunday, so of course I'm freaking out.
Can't tell if it's fine or needs imminent amputation at the hip. There is no in-between.
Stupid brain.3 -
@RunTimer - the Strava summary is pretty cool! I also like the meme about running in the rain. Like @OSUbuckeye906 says, it can be exhilarating to run in the rain. Well at least once in a while and when it isn't a complete downpour or super cold!
I saw this meme on FB and had to share it! I think it pretty well describes everyone in this group!
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04/01 3.11 miles
07/01 3.07 miles
10/01 3.14 miles
17/01 3.14 miles
18/01 3.13 miles
19/01 3.12 miles
24/01 3.13 miles
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@OSUbuckeye906 - That happens to me with rest days too because of doing 3 different activities. It feels like each activity helps you recover from the others so you forget you haven't taken a day off. Then you look and realize it's been weeks since you rested.
@shanaber - love the cute Running meme.
Nice 4 miles this morning in my new New Balances. Only second run for them. I'm rotating 4 pairs now (someday I aspire to be like @7lenny7 with a whole rainbow of shoes). 2 are close to retirement. Decided I'm wearing my fav Brooks Glycerin 14s at the HM - mileage is just about 100 for those, so perfect.
The weather has been great this January for the most part. No complaints! Saving that for later in the year.
1/1 - rest day (recovering from stomach virus)
1/2 - 40 mile bike ride
1/3 - 4 miles
1/4 - 4.1 miles
1/5 - rest day
1/6 - 5 miles
1/7 - 4 miles
1/8 - 5 miles
1/9 - 4 miles
1/10 - 4.1
1/11 - rest day
1/12 - 4.1
1/13 - 4.0
1/14 - 34 miles biking
1/15 - 56 miles biking - hills! felt like 100 miles
1/16 - 4 miles + strength training
1/17 - 4 miles + neuromuscular activation (lol)
1/18 - Strength training
1/19 - 3.77 miles
1/20 - strength training
1/21 - 34 miles biking
1/22 - 11.2 miles
1/23 - rest day
1/24 - 4 miles + strength training
Upcoming races
2/5/17 - Daytona Beach HM
2/26/17 - Disney Princess HM Orlando
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Date Miles today - Miles for January
1/1 REST DAY
1/2 9 miles - 9
1/3 10 miles - 19
1/4 5 miles - 24
1/5 10 miles - 34
1/6 3.1 - 37.1 <<< Treadmill
1/7 15 miles - 52.1
1/8 REST DAY
1/9 9.5 miles - 61.6
1/10 10 miles - 71.6
1/11 5 miles - 76.6
1/12 10.15 miles - 86.75
1/13 5.25 miles - 92
1/14 16 miles - 108
1/15 REST DAY
1/16 8.25 miles - 116.25
1/17 7.35 miles - 123.6
1/18 5.25 miles - 128.85
1/19 7.5 miles - 136.35
1/20 REST DAY
1/21 13.1 - 149.45
1/22 REST DAY
1/23 8 miles - 157.45
1/24 10 miles - 167.45
Upcoming races:
UAH 8K - 3/6 <<< 34:33 3 in AG
Oak Barrel HM - 4/2 <<<< 1:38:00 3 in AG
Bridge Street HM - 4/10 <<< 1:36:33 3 in AG
PEO-AVN Team Day 5K - 5/4 <<< 19:10 (2.9 mi) 1 in AG 5 OA
Cotton Row Run 10K - 5/30 << 44:57 PR
Firecracker Chase 10.2 miler 6/25 << 1:20:22 1 in AG & 15 OA
Huntsville Half Marathon - 11/12 << 1:35:55 2 in AG & 25 OA
Rocket City Marathon - 12/10 << 2:44:41
Elkmont Hound Dog Half (unofficial) - 1/21 << 1:46:48 2 OA
Elkmont Hound Dog Half (rescheduled) - 2/18
Kentucky Derby Marathon - 4/29
I never made my second run yesterday. Going to try it this afternoon instead. Maybe even hit the gym as well.
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@Orphia- I almost had my leg amputated due to a glute/hamstring injury, but I decided to try and work it out on its own and I'm glad I did. Yes, it was a slow process, but after two long and grueling days, I was back out there
Hang in there...I hope your leg feels better soon! 4 -
I'm loving all of the gorgeous pictures.
1/4-2.48 miles
1/5-2.39 miles & Pilates
1/6-Pilates
1/7-Rest day
1/8-Pilates
1/9-Pilates & 2.5 miles on the treadmill
1/10-Pilates
1/11-Pilates & 2.87 miles outside(no knee pain but it was a challenge. I burn so bad)
1/12-Pilates
1/13-unintended rest day
1/14-Rest
1/15-Rest
1/16-2.6 miles outside
1/17-2 Pilates workouts (what was I thinking...I hurt)
1/18-2.7 miles on treadmill and 7.5 on the bike
1/19-1.32 miles on treadmill and Pilates workout
1/20-2.89 miles and hopefully Pilates tonight
1/21-3.07 miles
1/22-Rest day
1/23-2.06 miles running & Pilates
Upcoming Races(Not complete-still waiting on MRTC)
FedEx St. Jude Classic Fairway 5K - 4/8/2017
Bluff City 10k - 5/13/20172 -
Holy balls is it easy to fall behind here! Such an active group of people!
After weekend miles and a short run this morning I'm now at 15.5/70. That 70 is NOT happening this month; and even that was a scaled down goal... Illness benched me too long and I'm not bouncing back very quickly. However, I got five days of running in last week and if I can do that again this week I will be pleased with my progress.5 -
Morning gang!!
1/1: Walked 15K+ steps
2/1: Walked 15K+ steps
3/1: 3.62 kms (Wk1 D1 C25K) + 30 mins yoga + 10 mins Squat Challenge + 5 mins Tabata HIIT
4/1: 3.64 kms (Wk1 D2 C25K) + 30 mins yoga + 7 mins HIIT
5/1: 3.64 kms (Wk1 D2 C25K – repeat) + 30 mins yoga + 14 mins HIIT
6/1: 3.73 kms (Wk1 D3 C25K) + 30 mins yoga
7/1: Walked 16K+ steps + 4 hours of cleaning (post paint job)
8/1: Walked 15K+ steps
9/1: Walked 16K+ steps + 2.5 hours of cleaning (post paint job) - Had to fast for a medical app't in the morning, so no usual workout
10/1: 3.65 kms (Wk2 D1 C25K) + Strength Training (Day 1 of 30 Day Challenge) + 30 mins yoga
11/1: 3.73 kms (Wk2 D2 C25K) + Strength Training (Day 2 of 30 Day Challenge) + 30 mins yoga
12/1: 3.70 kms (Wk2 D2 C25K – repeat) + Strength Training (Day 3 of 30 Day Challenge) + 30 mins yoga
13/1: 3.80 kms (Wk2 D3 C25K) + Fit Test via FitStar (Day 4 of 30 Day Challenge is Rest) + 30 mins yoga
14/1: Walked 15K+ steps
15/1: Walked 11K+ steps
16/1: Walked 13K+ steps
17/1: 3.74 kms (Wk3 D1 C25K) + Strength Training (Day 5 of 30 Day Challenge) + 30 mins yoga
18/1: 3.73 kms (Wk3 D2 C25K) + Strength Training (Day 6 of 30 Day Challenge) + 30 mins yoga
19/1: 3.75 kms (Wk3 D2 C25K – repeat) + Strength Training (Day 7 of 30 Day Challenge) + 30 mins yoga
20/1: 3.79 kms (Wk3 D3 C25K) + 30 mins yoga (Day 8 of 30 Challenge is Rest)
21/1: Walked 16K+ steps
22/1: Walked 15K+ steps
23/1: 4.04 kms (Wk4 D1 C25K) + Strength Training (Day 9 of 30 Day Challenge) + 30 mins yoga
24/1: 4.08 kms (Wk4 D2 C25K) + 30 mins yoga
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1/1 - 4 miles
1/2 - 1.5 miles
1/3 - 0 miles
1/4 - 3.5 miles
1/5 - 3 miles
1/6 - 4 miles
1/7 - 2 miles with Skip and Macy
1/8 - rest day
1/9 - 0 miles
1/10 - 4 miles
1/11 - 2 miles
1/12 - 3 miles
1/13 - 0 miles
1/14 - 5 miles some with Skip
1/15 - 3 miles
1/16 - 0 miles meet
1/17 - 0 miles lazy
1/18 - 0 miles early doc appt with Skip and I hate the cable man I waited for all day LOL
1/19 - 4 miles
1/20 - 4 miles
1/21 - 0 miles
1/22 - 6 miles
1/23 - 0 miles lazy
1/24 - 4 miles
53 of 100 miles
Chillier than it's been, but still a pretty morning for a run. My legs hip/thigh was sore from Sunday, but not enough to really hinder me. First time in months that I've run over 50 miles in the month and it was a negative split run. What a great day.
@shanaber OMG thank you for the tip on the search icon, my life just got 1,000 times easier!
@orphia Can't tell if it's fine or needs imminent amputation at the hip
this is like when I get a headache and I'm convinced I could drill a hole in my head and it will help
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Saw the psychiatrist last night. He gave me a new medication to try, called mirtazapine. It's supposed to help with both depression and anxiety, but it's also supposed to be a bit sedating. So I'm fully expecting having some days where I'm just too tired to run. That's okay; I'll walk instead.
I think for the rest of the month and for the next couple of upcoming months, I will refrain from making a concrete mileage goal; instead, I'll just concentrate on getting out there and running as much as I can.8 -
Jan 1 - Nap
Jan 2 - Nap/4 mile run/.8 walk/ 20 min strength
Jan 3 - nothing really
Jan 4 - uh....
Jan 5 - 30 min walk
Jan 6 - 2.9 mile freezing cold run, 10 min hip workout
Jan 7 - 3.1 mile run
Jan 10 - 1 mile (asthma issues)
Jan 11 - nope
Jan 12 - work&travel day
Jan 13 - travel day
Jan 14 - 3.5 miles treadmill run (intervals switching been 5mph and 6mph)
Jan 15 - 5 miles treadmill run (pyramid working from 5mph to 7mph and back down)
Jan 16 - Hubby's surgery day
Jan 17 - Getting up and down to help in the hospital
Jan 18 - managed to walk 2 miles and climb 200+ stairs but in small segments (about half mile each)
Jan 19 - nothing really
Jan 20 - walking 1mph down the hotel hallway to help DH get his circulation going and reduce leg swelling
Jan 21 - pretty much nothing
Jan 22 - loaded the car all by myself because hubby can't lift over 5lbs
Jan 23 - just driving awhile then unloading the car/grocery shopping/laundry/etc
Jan 24 - HOPING TO RUN????
Goal: Run 50 miles I guess? 19.5 done.
I'm way behind on my goal but that is to be expected. We got home yesterday afternoon. It was a gorgeous 54F with blue skies. I saw several people running and tried not to be jealous. I just had too much to do getting settled back at home and ready to go straight back to work today. My husband will be off work several weeks so life isn't really getting back to normal for awhile. It's going to be 60's and windy this afternoon. Slight chance I'll get to run. Crossing fingers.
I've scanned the thread off and on but I won't try to catch up on commenting. However I hope no one has to get their leg amputated
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