December 2017 Running Challenge

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  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    edited December 2017
    RE: Dogs off leash. Phoenix law is dogs not in a fenced yard need to be on-leash but people with ankle biters seem to think this doesn't apply to them. I was chased and actually had my ankles bit by one and the owners were laughing like OH, it's not that bad! I mean it wasn't but come on! Then I was running and these people that live near a green space had their dog off leash in the green area and she tells me I need to stop running because her dog will attack. I said *kitten* that and kept running. Ok, I thought that but I did yell out we have leash laws as I ran by. I saw her in a field a few days later and she made sure to leash her dog. She could barely control it on a leash. She should not have been out with them. I know I can't control both my dogs at once, so I walk them one at a time. And they are good dogs, just big (and black and look scary). A few weeks ago I was running through a different green area and this woman was walking a dog bigger than her. I cleared my throat, called out on your left and apparently, she did not hear me coming (she had two earbuds in) and could barely control her dog as I plodded along. People need to be more aware of the surroundings. I have made noise and call out, yet still, everyone is surprised someone else might be out!

    This past week got busy and I got one workout in. I am off from my day job this week so I've plotted out my workout schedule and business schedule and WILL get everything done. LOL
  • bossymom15
    bossymom15 Posts: 130 Member
    32 miles.
    Bossymom15

    12/2 - 4.5 miles
    12/6 - 1.3 mile - ran till it was too dark. Our roads aren't so great, don't want to fall on my face. Looking forward to Saturday. the weather should be perfect.
    12/9 - the weather WAS perfect! I went out to run another 4 miles and ran 6.5. (It was downhill the last two miles, so after I got up that hill..... so 12.3Miles this week.
    12/14 1.5 miles
    12/16 4.5 miles.... 18.30 so far...

    12/23 5 miles.... it was a little over 30 degrees, not much wind so a good run. But now...it's 10 degrees outside and dark when I get home, and highs in the 20's for the next week. I'd still rather run in 30 than 90 degrees though. The heat just kicks my butt.

    23.30 so far this month.

    bossymom 15
  • WandaVaughn
    WandaVaughn Posts: 420 Member
    edited December 2017
    "I'm not dead yet. "

    But weak as a kitten. Now I'm dreading the task of starting all over again. Anybody have any good suggestions for resuming their running after being very ill? Not sure I'll be up for it until January something.
  • shanaber
    shanaber Posts: 6,423 Member
    @WandaVaughn - I haven't been sick in a long time but have had to come back after surgery and injury and I think it would be similar... I would say most important is to start off slow and easy, don't try to jump right back to where you were before you got sick. Chances are you will be back there though pretty quickly. Also important - get LOTS of rest and recovery. You don't want your body to get run down and get sick all over again.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
    WandaVaughn wrote: »
    "I'm not dead yet. "

    But weak as a kitten. Now I'm dreading the task of starting all over again. Anybody have any good suggestions for resuming their running after being very ill? Not sure I'll be up for it until January something.

    The biggest lesson for me, was to find the comfortable distance and pace, and not trying to pick up where I left off. :wink:

    I've come to really enjoy the slower shorter runs. Er, any run!
  • kgirlhart
    kgirlhart Posts: 5,154 Member
    December goal: 75 miles

    12/3: 9.1 miles
    12/5: 3.1 miles (intervals)
    12/6: 4.2 miles
    12/8: 4.1 miles
    12/10: 8.1 miles
    12/12: 4.2 miles
    12/13: 4.2 miles
    12/14: 3.1 miles (intervals)
    12/17: 9.1 miles
    12/19: 4.3 miles
    12/20: 4.3 miles
    12/21: 4.1 miles
    12/23: 8.5 miles
    12/26: 2.8 miles

    73.2/75 miles

    It was cold and drizzly and I'm sure anyone who knows me personally would think I am nuts, but I went for a short run this morning. I got a Garmin FR35 for Christmas and I really wanted to try it out. The run was surprisingly invigorating. So far I am liking the garmin. There is a bit of a learning curve going from fitbit to Garmin. I hope I have everything set up correctly. My run synched over to Strava without any apparent issues. I only need 1.8 miles to hit my goal so I am almost there.


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  • bossymom15
    bossymom15 Posts: 130 Member
    @kgirlhart

    I started with a Garmin because they are waterproof and I am an accident waiting to happen. So I can't compare it with a Fitbit, but I would get another one in a heartbeat.

  • AlphaHowls
    AlphaHowls Posts: 1,993 Member
    12/26 10.1 miles
    As of today: 2085.23 miles for 2017
    December Goal: 226.06/200

    Temperature not too bad, hovering around freezing. I know my January goals will change a bit since the temperatures will go even lower soon. January 1st is predicted to be 3*F/-16*C....yeah, no, I just don't think I am up for that. Anyway, I have been thinking about my monthly goal and looked at last years mileage.....I only had 48 miles for January 2017. Hopefully, I will get a few more good long runs in before it is too horrid out there.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
    1---swim
    2---5.69
    9---5.0
    11---2.33
    17---1.0
    18---3.25
    26---3.01 uh, 7 days no running? New niggle. My right knee has complained just a bit before I left out. It did not get better as I ran. I'd hoped for 5 miles and was smart enough to stop at 3. Think I'll email the PT and see if we can nip this in the bud. I'm sure it's the other IT band. Grrrr! Maybe the pool will open soon and I can start complaining about my bum shoulder.


    20.28/43 miles


    Plotting a come back race October 2018
  • Purplebunnysarah
    Purplebunnysarah Posts: 3,252 Member
    12/1 - 5.2km
    12/2 - rest
    12/3 - 11.5km
    12/4 - rest
    12/5 - cookies!
    12/6 - 7.7km
    12/7 - rest
    12/8 - 5.1km
    12/9 - 12/11 - lazy AF
    12/12 - 8km
    12/13 - 12/15 - more laziness plus Star Wars
    12/16 - 6.9km
    12/17 & 12/18 - planned rest days
    12/19 - 4.2
    12/20 - rest
    12/21 - 5.1km
    12/22 - rest
    12/23 - 5.7km
    12/24 & 12/25 - planned rest days
    12/26 - 7.0km

    66.4/75km

    -23C outside with a steep windchill on top so I dropped by the rec centre and my husband took the boys swimming at the same time. Exercise for everyone!

    Upcoming Races:
    1/1/18 Resolution Run 5K
    3/4/18 MEC Road Race #1 10K
    4/8/18 Jasper Half Marathon
    4/22/18 MEC Trail Race #1 5K
    5/20/18 MEC Trail Race #2 10K
    6/24/18 MEC Trail Race #3 15K
    8/18/18 Edmonton Marathon 10K
    9/2/18 MEC Trail Race #4 10K
    10/7/18 MEC Trail Race #5 15K
  • girlinahat
    girlinahat Posts: 2,956 Member
    @WandaVaughn I think @MobyCarp’s suggestion for coming back a good thing. However, as you are coming back from being ILL and not injured from running it’s possible you may be able to get back up to speed sotospeak quicker. I’d still stick to that basic plan though. Or do c25k swapping weeks for days.

    You’ll know what works for you and how strong you’re feeling. Key will be rest when you need to. Just REST dammit!!!
  • AlphaHowls
    AlphaHowls Posts: 1,993 Member
    So, I keep forgetting to post, but if anyone would like to add me to a friend's list, I would greatly appreciate it. I could use some folks who run, or even just have a pulse is good to.
  • Ralphone
    Ralphone Posts: 1,863 Member
    12/26 3.2 miles
  • mollie_e
    mollie_e Posts: 6 Member

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  • runner_girl83
    runner_girl83 Posts: 553 Member
    Hey everyone! Hope you all had a great Christmas with family & friends! Just seeing if the January Challenge has been put up yet?
  • MNLittleFinn
    MNLittleFinn Posts: 4,271 Member
    runner_girl83 wrote: »
    Hey everyone! Hope you all had a great Christmas with family & friends! Just seeing if the January Challenge has been put up yet?

    Normally end of the month. Maybe check over the weekend for the January challenge
  • Ralphone
    Ralphone Posts: 1,863 Member
    I guess I am not doing this right lol .Everyone seems to put a lot of info o n here. I will try to put all my Dec runs up .I have to go and get them in my app.
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    @ralphone There's no wrong way. It's whatever you want. :)

    I started off my week with Back & Chest. I had to drop weight a few times but I felt like a badass after. Now I'm pacing to get a few more steps in before I get back to working on my biz. Been sitting most of the afternoon and gonna sit some more while making some art. Or attempting to :D:D:D

    Trying to get ahead of the game and start 2018 with a bang! *kitten* anxiety lol
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    12/01 - Intentional rest day
    12/02 - Run Santa Run 5k - 22:11 PR!
    12/03 - 13.5 miles @ 9:24
    12/04 - unplanned rest day
    12/05 - 10.1 miles @ 9:21
    12/06 - 10 miles @ 9:24
    12/07 - Strength + 7 miles @ 9:14
    12/08 - Nada
    12/09 - Nada
    12/10 - Nada
    12/11 - 11 miles @ 9:53
    12/12 - 9 miles @ 9:53
    12/13 - Nada
    12/14 - 10 miles @ 9:17
    12/15 - Nada
    12/16 - 11.5 miles @ 9:08
    12/17 - Nada
    12/18 - Nada
    12/19 - 12 miles @ 9:33
    12/20 - 13.1 miles @ 9:05
    12/21 - 15.1 miles @ 9:43
    12/22 - 8.25 miles @ 9:47
    12/23 - Nada
    12/24 - Nada
    12/25 - Nada
    12/26 - Nada

    Big Hairy Audacious Goal: Sub 4 hours in Pittsburgh 2018!

    Official Marathon PR: 4:11:28

    Next Races (more as I find them):

    02/10/18 - Valentine's Day 15k
    03/17/18 - Shamrock Shuffle Half Marathon
    05/06/18 - Pittsburgh Marathon - aiming for sub four hours.
    05/12/18 - Glacier Ridge 50k Trail Ultra (I must hate myself)

    2020 - Disney World Dopey! (if can raise funds)

    Non-running check in. Next run probably will be the 31st or 1st.
  • JessicaMcB
    JessicaMcB Posts: 1,503 Member
    @PastorVincent you've got five days man, that's only 10 miles a day, you could do it!

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