November 2017 Running Challenge
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OMG @JessicaMcB! Your poor feet! I hope he doesn't leave you, but I bet he won't offer to rub your feet any time soon.
Good grief, girl, let those feet heal. 0 -
girlinahat wrote: »@garygse that sucks. I’ve been listening to a load of podcasts recently which talk about ‘pool running’ as rehab. Maybe look into it?
One of our local Ladies who is an accomplished amateur tri-athlete did the Pool Running for 6-8 weeks while she recovered from a minor stress fracture. Then she added in power walks- dreadmill first then dirt/grass trails. She is a nurse so has inside access to the PT and Dr. ,especially since the one PT is also a tri-athlete and 2 Dr's.1 -
JessicaMcB wrote: »@seanevan10 you are so sweet
. If you are ever in Alberta and want to suffer for several hours drop me a line- I'll find a way to rope @juliet3455 into it 
Lol I mean it's still short of what my distance spread was in September
. I was hoping to be at 255 by the 10th so I'm behind in reality (I worked out that if I hit 700k in November and 700k in December my annual km count will land a hair over 5000...yes I'm shooting for it on the DL, shhhhhhh!!! lol).
What time are you hoping to run at Firenze @Dazzler21? I feel your photos are bound to blow the group away!
I'm not particularly fast but expecting somewhere between 3:30 and 3:40. Sub 3:30 would be the stuff dreams are made of.
@JessicaMcB Someone has to work the Aid Station,
I would see you at the start line and then you would disappear, my best official HM is only 2:12. Like I said I have never done an official 26.2. I have ran than distance with friends on "Fun - Exploration runs" but there are lots of Aid Station stops, Route discussion stops. Selfie Stops etc. So its not the same perceived effort as a sustained run.
My last big one was our 7 peaks challenge - all 7 of the 200-250m peaks around town and about 34-36 km depending on what route you picked between peaks. That was right around 5.5 hrs moving time 6.5 hrs total time.
Been dragging in October/November. Just not getting it done.
Owwy on those feet1 -
juliet3455 wrote: »girlinahat wrote: »@garygse that sucks. I’ve been listening to a load of podcasts recently which talk about ‘pool running’ as rehab. Maybe look into it?
One of our local Ladies who is an accomplished amateur tri-athlete did the Pool Running for 6-8 weeks while she recovered from a minor stress fracture. Then she added in power walks- dreadmill first then dirt/grass trails. She is a nurse so has inside access to the PT and Dr. ,especially since the one PT is also a tri-athlete and 2 Dr's.
@garygse I know it's not an easy jaunt but the pool at my work as one of those resistance whirlpool things you could use.0 -
I'm off work today through Monday after thanksgiving. So I decided to try to get back focused on strength training since I'll hopefully have a little extra time. If I can get going again I know I'll get hooked on it again. It's just hard to start when you've lost progress.
I'm supposed to be making up some running miles today also but silly me filled my day with appointments and plans. So I'm crossing fingers my usual Thursday evening obligation will be cancelled!
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@PastorVincent – Hopefully, I can cheer you on after my HM. Last year, we headed back to the room to shower and then hit the road as soon as we finished. Because we stayed near the start/finish, it took us forever to get out of town. This year, we have already decided we will take our time, eat lunch, etc. before we hit the road home. There are at least 3 of us running, maybe 4.
@Eire228 – Welcome! I began running four years ago in the Fall at a Thanksgiving 5K. After the 5K, I joined a running training program at my local Fleet Feet because I knew I needed some accountability to get me out of the house in the dark, cold winter months. It worked! I live out in the country and I’m chicken running in the dark alone also!
@katharmonic – I’m relatively tall for a girl also. My best friend who passed away was short so we were quite the pair! Here we are at the start of the Marquette marathon.
@garygse – sorry about your injury. I hope the recovery time passes quickly.
I did 45 minutes on the Precor at the gym this morning and plan to go to a strength class after work today.
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11/1- 25 minutes strength training (legs)+ 3.7 miles treadmill intervals
11/2-5.3 miles
11/3-5.1 miles
11/4-10 miles +2.8 miles pub crawl
11/5-rest day (dog walking, but that was it)
11/6- 5 miles + 1.5 miles with Stella
11/7-4.4 miles + 1.1 miles with Stella
11/8-4.9 miles + stretching
11/9-30 minutes strength training
11/10-45 min yoga
11/11-3.2 mile shake out run
11/12-13.1 mile Honor Run HM
11/13-rest day
11/14-rest day
11/15-60 minutes Body pump class
60.3/120
Last night I did a Body Pump class at the gym. It was okay. Challenging enough that I felt it, but not overly tough. I don't think those group fitness classes are really my thing. I can appreciate the enthusiasm of the instructors, but I am not a big fan of people yelling at me when I work out. Plus the endless reps. My god, the endless reps. Just give me a big weight and let me get it over with. Not to mention the burpees. Tonight I have a session scheduled with my training. That's more in my wheelhouse, so I am looking forward to it. Will probably also take the pup out for one of our late evening runs.
@garygse- Oh no, so sorry about the news on your leg. When I had a stress fracture in my foot I was able to bike in my boot, so I did a lot of that and it helped to keep the fitness up some. I also agree with @juliet3455 about exercising in the pool. When I was trying to heal my hamstrings this spring, I took up swimming. I never did get really good at it, but I enjoyed working to improve my form with every session. It was fun to challenge myself to go further each time and to see the progress I was able to make. Kind of like when you first start running. It sucks to not be able to run, but there are other things to keep you in shape. Maybe your mind and body will appreciate the break from running and it will be over before you know it!
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I'm back!
No running in over a week but I did get about 30 miles of hard walking in over 4 days of pheasant hunting and coyote hunting. This was hard walking too, with hunting boots over fields, tall grass, and overgrown shelter belts, while carrying an 8 or 9 pound shotgun. Though bird numbers are way down this year and we didn't come close to our limit, we did much better than every other group I heard about and we still managed to have a fantastic time. I'm hoping to go back out in December with my older son.
@JessicaMcB this trip used to kick my kitten before I became a runner. By the third day I'd be sore and tired as could be and on the fourth day I'd struggle to get out of bed without something cramping up. Now with a strong running base, I never get tired and the only soreness I get is the muscles which go between my hip and upper thigh (from high stepping over weeds, cornstalks and branches) and my elbow joint from carrying a gun all day.
Running has really helped for deer hunting as well. Going deeper into the woods is much easier, and with much less cardio effort so I'm not sweating like a horse when I get to my stand. Dragging a deer out is now something I look forward to rather than dread, since I see it as a great workout rather than a necessary evil.
Now it's time to get the gear cleaned up and put away, and get back to running!
I've been keeping up, but it's been on my phone and typing on my phone sucks. I don't remember who all did what, but I know there's been some great races and some disappointing races. In every case, though, you did the best you could do on that day and can be proud!
@garygse so sorry to hear about your possible stress fracture! Every time I hear about something like that I try to use it to help me run more conservatively to try to avoid injury.
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@garygse -- So sorry to hear about your injury! Lots of good suggestions already mentioned. I hope the recovery time passes quickly!
@JessicaMcB -- I was looking for the "Ewwww" button...1 -
October goal: Not chicken out and Register for Zumbro. Start training for Zumbro and figure out real mileage
Nominal Mileage goal: 100 miles???
11/1- REST
11/2- 3.1+ 20 minutes shoveling
11/3- REST
11/4- 7.8
11/5- 4
11/6- REST
11/7- 5.8
11/8- 4.1
11/9- REST
11/10- 4.1
11/11- 6.6
11/12- 6.3
11/13 REST
11/14- 3.3
11/15- 4.2
11/16- REST
Total: 49.4
Today's notes- REST day today. I'm still getting used to the fact that I have 2 rest days a week. That said, with 75% of my running on trail, and the other 25% either speedwork or hill repeats, I have to say that I am feeling the difference in my running already, though I don't have any empirical evidence to back things up. My runs on my 1 hour route this week were 1min/mile faster than last week. Probably just a fluke, but cool to see.
Despite the lower current mileage, I am really liking how my training is beginning and I am looking forward to seeing how much I end up dreading speedwork later... it is intense!
2017 Races Scheduled
6/16- William A Irvin 5k
6/17- Grandma's Marathon 4:24:06
7/15- Eugene Curnow Trail Marathon 7:22:23
8/12- UMTR FatAss "Not Quite" 50k DNF, too darn hot out
8/19- Rampage at the Ridge 5k OCR
9/23- Ely Marathon 6:24:36
10/21 Wild Duluth 100k 18:15:51
11/23- TBD 5k Turkey Trot???
2018 races
4/13- Zumbro Endurance Race 100 Mile
5/19- Superior Trail 25k (Lottery)
7/8- Afton 50k???
9/8- Superior Trail 50 mile (Lottery)
10/xx Wild Duluth 50k? 100k?
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So last night I dreamed that I showed up to the running group after sunrise, wearing blue jean pedal pushers and flip flops, and got caught in the middle of a pack of football players running in formation. Anxiety much?
In reality, I woke up at 4:30 along with deputy hubby. He proceeded to get ready for work. I threw on the clothes I'd put out the night before -NOT blue jean anything! And drove the 15 miles to the meet up spot. (have I mentioned I live in the middle of the boonies?) The group was very welcoming and most of them have run at least 1 marathon each. I wish I'd arrived sooner to warm up. I took off cold, but I quickly warmed up.
I ran with one lady who was tapering for her 50K trail run race on Saturday, thank goodness. We were the last two of the pack. Her conversational pace and mine are waaay different, but I managed to answer questions and ask a few of my own. A very enjoyable run.
I covered 5.52 miles at an average of 10:15 pace. Spent 56:30 running. The nice lady wants me to come back. Apparently their other routes incorporate hills. Hills! If she thought I was slow today.... But the idea is intriguing.
Another running friend is going to show me how to trail run on the 2nd. This year I'm really exploring my boundaries!13 -
@WandaVaughn n I’m so glad you made it out (and didn’t find yourself in the middle of football training…..)
Trail run shouldn’t really be that much different than road running, but you will want to keep your steps short, and look ahead (not down). Look at and think of where you want to put your feet. Going downhill and uphill requires some technique but if in doubt, just walk or fast hike. Probably best not to go too fast to start with, as trails are quite demanding on other muscles in your body although softer on your feet.
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@girlinahat I'm glad I didn't get caught with the football players, too! LOL My stride is short, anyway. No gazelle-like running for me. I'll definitely keep your advice in mind for the run. I also watched a video about trail running. They have videos for about everything these days!
@skippygirlsmom ever done trail running around 4 Mile Post road in Huntsville? Apparently that's where we're headed.1 -
WandaVaughn wrote: »I ran with one lady who was tapering for her 50K trail run race on Saturday, thank goodness. We were the last two of the pack. Her conversational pace and mine are waaay different, but I managed to answer questions and ask a few of my own. A very enjoyable run.
I covered 5.52 miles at an average of 10:15 pace. Spent 56:30 running. The nice lady wants me to come back. Apparently their other routes incorporate hills. Hills! If she thought I was slow today.... But the idea is intriguing.
SEE! We all knew you could do it. AND they want you back. So go with them! 3 -
November Goal: 75 miles.
11/01 - 8.0 mi - 09:15/mi - 149 AHR
11/03 - 6.3 mi - 08:39/mi - 153 AHR
11/04 - 3.0 mi - 08:56/mi - 141 AHR
11/05 - 8.0 mi - 08:47/mi - 145 AHR
11/07 - 5.0 mi - 09:27/mi - 141 AHR
11/09 - 5.0 mi - 09:16/mi - 141 AHR
11/10 - 8.0 mi - 08:58/mi - 150 AHR
11/11 - 4.0 mi - 09:13/mi - 139 AHR
11/12 - 6.0 mi - 08:41/mi - 148 AHR
11/14 - 4.1 mi - 09:02/mi - 140 AHR
11/16 - 4.1 mi - 08:42/mi - 144 AHR
61.5/75 miles
I was off work last Friday in honor of Veteran's Day and used that as an opportunity to drive over to the park where my HM will be taking place this Sunday. I was glad I got to preview the first part of the course that includes a decline at the start and incline for the return trip to the finish. It wasn't as bad as I was picturing, but I know it will be slow going hitting that incline for the last couple miles. I'm still feeling a bit more apprehensive for this race compared to my 1st HM in April... I think I looked at the 1st as being an accomplishment and didn't really place any expectations on myself, but now I am putting more expectations on this race.
2017 Races
02/25/17 - 26:06 - 5K Mardi Gras (not official course)
04/01 - 53:23 - 10K Jadon's Hope Bug Run (1st)
04/22 - 1:58:24 HM Garmin Oz Run (1st and PR)
06/18 - 54:04 - 10K Father's Day Run (gun time)
08/05 - 24:02 - 5K Spencer Duncan
09/16 - 52:01 - 10K Kade Meyer Celebration Run (PR)
10/01 - 40:24 - 8K WWI Museum Double run (5K-25:53/3K-15:01)
10/07 - 23:37 - 5K Jared Coons Pumpkin Run (PR)
10/14 - 28:00 - 5K AIM Melanoma Virtual
11/19 - HM Pilgrim Pacer
11/23 - 8K STL Turkey Trot2 -
1st - 3.1 Completed
2nd - 1.0 Completed
3rd - 5.0 Completed
4th - 14.1 Completed
5th - 1.5 Completed
6th - 1.1 Completed
7th - 3.3 Completed
8th - 1.5 Completed
9th - 3.0 Completed
10th - 1.5 Planned 5 Completed
11th - 1.5 Planned 1 Completed (bit of a niggle)
12th - 16 Planned 16.3 Completed
13th - 1.5 Planned 1 Completed (bit of a niggle)
14th - 5 Planned 1.5 Completed (still there)
15th - 3 Planned 3.1 Completed (niggle still can be felt)
16th - 5 Planned 5 Completed - (Niggle is still there)
17th - 1.5 Planned
18th - 12 Planned
19th - 1.5 Planned
20th - 1.5 Planned
21st - 3 Planned
22nd - 3 Planned
23rd - 1.5 Planned
24th - 2 Planned
25th - 1 Planned
26th - 26.2 No choice. Firenze Marathon
27th - 1 Planned
28th - 1 Planned
29th - 1 Planned
30th - 1 Planned
Today has taken this to 66.5/123.7 (adjusted total - taking into account any missed mileage)
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@WandaVaughn -Congrats on pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. Your post made me feel happy
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Date Miles today - Miles for November
11/1 5 miles - 5
11/2 8 miles - 13
11/3 REST DAY
11/4 11.5 miles - 24.5
11/5 REST DAY
11/6 Lightening (no running)
11/7 8 miles - 32.5
11/8 4.75 miles - 37.25
11/9 8 miles - 45.25
11/10 REST DAY
11/11 14 miles -59.25
11/12 REST DAY
11/13 7 miles - 66.25
11/14 10 miles - 76.25
11/15 5 miles - 81.25
11/16 10 miles 91.25
Elkmont Hound Dog Half (unofficial) - 1/21 << 1:46:48 2 OA
Elkmont Hound Dog Half (rescheduled) - 2/18 << 1:41:04 1 in AG & 24 OA
Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon - 4/29 << 4:09:59
Upcoming races:
Oak Barrel Half Marathon - 4/7/18
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edited -- For some reason my posts are double posting this morning? How do you delete a post?0
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@WandaVaughn That is an awesome dream. Great job on your group run. Also, I haven't heard "pedal pushers" in ages!1
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