January 2018 Running Challenge

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  • rheddmobile
    rheddmobile Posts: 6,840 Member
    @7lenny7 - thanks for the explanation! It does look like you sort of snuck up on the driver. Still, this was a place where children are known to be present, so there's no excuse for the van. Both of you needed to be paying more attention! Just glad no one was hurt.
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    01/01/18 - 3 miles
    01/02/18 - 4 miles
    01/03/18 - 4 miles
    01/04/18 - 3 miles
    01/05/18 - Cross train
    01/06/18 - 6 miles
    01/07/18 - REST
    01/08/18 - 3 miles
    01/09/18 - 4.5 miles
    01/10/18 - 3.5

    MTD: 28 miles
    JAN GOAL: 80 miles

    YTD: 28 miles
    2018 GOAL: 1000 miles

    Upcoming (and hopeful) Races:
    02/10/18 - Mardi Crawl 10k
    04/14/18 - Rattler Mad Moose 10k (Trail)
    06/02/18 - Gluten free Gallop 5k (hubby and daughter have Celiac so this one's personal)
    06/23/18 - Slacker Half Marathon
    07/xx/18 - Something on a trail TBD
    09/23/18 - Xterra Mountain 8k (Trail)
    10/28/18 - Kooky Spooky 10k
    11/xx/18 - A Turkey Trot 5k of some sort TBD


    Was supposed to be a 9x400 track workout. Used the path around the park in my neighborhood as a lap (haven't officially measured, but I figured it's the nature of the workout, not necessarily the precision measurement of a track that is supposed to help). Felt pretty good. I almost crapped out and did tomorrow's run today instead because the whole access to a track thing had me frazzled, but I pulled up my big girl panties on and just worked with what I had.

  • MNLittleFinn
    MNLittleFinn Posts: 4,271 Member
    @fitoverfortymom do you have a garmin? If you do, an alternative to a track is programming a workout on Garmin Connect or using the interval option on the garmin to make a workout. It's "close enough" and it's what I use. If you don't, disregard what I said!
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    @7lenny7 Thank you for sharing your story. It's a reminder that we all must be vigilant. I am so glad you and your son are safe.
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    Stoshew71 wrote: »
    @7lenny7 Thanks for the explanation. I still take exception to drivers who pull into the crosswalk and just hang out. That's unfair and rude to potential pedestrians. If they have no intention to pull out into the intersection, then they have no business blocking the crosswalk.

    This is one of my biggest pet peeves and how I have almost been hit by a car (or two). When I'm driving I stop at the actual sign, make sure there are no pedestrians (especially in places I expect pedestrians), if I don't see any I roll forward to check for cars.

    One morning when I was running at like 5 am, I stepped into the intersection (I had a light on) and almost got hit by a woman flying up to the intersection. I startled her so much she dropped her phone that she was looking at instead of the road. I hope she learned a lesson.

    If I can avoid crossing at a busier intersection I do. My main route goes down a busy street and I actually will make a right turn, run down the block and then cross because there are less cars and I get better visibility.

    As far as lights, I know cars can't see walker/runners etc because when I am running I have almost ran into walkers and bike riders without lights. Even illuminating in front of me, I can't see them until I'm on top of them.
  • mustb60
    mustb60 Posts: 1,090 Member
    January Running Challenge
    Goal: 90 km
    Ran: 32.5/90 km

    10/1/18 Run 7.5 km
    9/1/18 Run 5 km SL B
    8/1/18 Run 4.4 km TT 1hr BM 30m
    6/1/18 rest day
    5/1/18 Run 7 km
    4/1/18 SL B
    3/1/18 Run 5.3 km+3.3km
    2/1/18 SL A Walk 9 km
    1/1/18 Walk 6 km

    SL~ Strong Lift : TT~ table tennis
    BM~Badminton
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    @Orphia Those pictures are stunning! I wish I was blessed with talent behind the lens. But alas, no one in my photos ever has their whole head in the picture or eyes open or in focus.
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    @MNLittleFinn @PastorVincent Thats why I still use my nike app, it has all my shoe mileage on it. I usually go around 500-1000 (depends on the shoe) and how they feel.
  • mustb60
    mustb60 Posts: 1,090 Member
    7lenny7 wrote: »
    Tonight almost took a turn for the absolute worst. Kody and I came very close to being seriously hurt or even killed. It all happened so quick that by the time I realized we were in harms way, we were already out of harms way.

    I debated whether I was going to say anything here because it was completely my fault and I'm embarrassed about it but perhaps it will help remind others to be smart out there.

    My son had soccer practice tonight and I planned on taking him there and running for the hour. As usual for my runs after sunset I had my headlamp, flashing arm light, and my highly reflective vest. Kody had blue and red flashing lights on his collar. The parking lot entrance was busy with parents coming and going with their kids. The front car in the line of cars leaving the lot was over the crosswalk so i decided to go behind him. I quickly turned my headlamp into the second car to get his attention, got eye contact and even a wave so I knew I was good to go. As I walked in front of him I realized I knew who it was and gave him another wave and a smile. That was the distraction which almost did me in. I thought I saw recognition in his eyes and him pointing to me as if to say, "hey, I know you!".

    No, it wasn't the look of recognition, it was the anxious look of impending disaster, and he wasn't pointing to me he was pointing at the minivan which was about to hit me.

    The bit of distraction made me forget all about looking for incoming traffic to the facility. I crossed in front of one car, recognized the driver, and never looked to my right for cars entering the lot. What a dumbass. A lucky dumbass.

    I can't say I remember everything, it happened so quick, but what I do recall is that after giving the guy the second wave, I turned to continue to run. By this time I was past my friends car and entering the incoming lane. As I turned my head I either saw, sensed, or felt a large mass by my face. I stopped my feet so fast my upper body continued to move forward and I instinctively put my hands up to guard my face from hitting this large object, which I was just now realizing was a minivan.

    I put my hands up as my upper body continued to move forward. Both hands hit the side of the van, just behind the drivers door I think. As I pushed against it to keep my body from falling into it, I could feel the metal body of the van sliding forward under my hands. Though in my conscious mind I still hadn't figured out what was going on, my subconscious mind was hoping my gloves didn't catch on anything, was cringing in anticipation of my toes getting run over, and wondering where the hell Kody was.

    When my hands reached the end of the van I continued to fall forward but was able to catch myself in a crazy stumble. This was about the time I finally realized what was going on. I glanced down to see Kody was just fine and running a step behind me, as he always does when we run in town. I'm so grateful Kody is trained to run at a heel.

    With momentum still carrying me forward and the realization that we were unscathed, I just kept going. It took me about 5 minutes to process in my mind what had just happened, and what could have happened. Such a close call.

    I feel bad for scaring the driver of the van, They did nothing wrong, it was all my fault. And I hope my friend didn't recognize me with my running gear on and beard covering my face because I really don't to talk about what a dumbshit I was.

    I finished with just over 5 miles for the run. Much of the run was spent in prayer, thanking God for watching over me. I also spent the time thinking how this would never have happened if i were on a trail.

    One bit of good news is that there was absolutely NO pain, discomfort, or anything in my knee! My knee hasn't felt this good after a run since before the IT band issue surfaced, so I'm very happy about that.

    So be careful out there and learn from my stupidity. It only takes a little distraction to take your mind off safety.

    Scary experience! Glad that both you and your dog were safe! This incident warned me I shouldn't try to squeeze between two vehicles in haste which I often do. Better be safe than sorry.
  • MNLittleFinn
    MNLittleFinn Posts: 4,271 Member
    fe45tv wrote: »
    Hey everyone, i'm a bit late but I'm glad there is a community of motivated runners i can rely on. I've allowed myself to catch the freshman 30 and I need to do better like the rest of you here.
    Goal: 800 miles by 2019
    If any pros or long time runners out there think I'm aiming to high for my first goal please let me know. Thanks!!

    800 miles in 2018 is 66 a month. That's a doable goal, depending on your normal mileage and how you react to increasing mileage. how much are you running now?
  • lporter229
    lporter229 Posts: 4,907 Member
    @7Lenny7- Whew! That must have made your heart rate spike! Glad you and Kody are both okay though and glad you have a well trained dog. Stella would likely have been toast. :/
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    fe45tv wrote: »
    I ran cross country previously and I ran about 4-5 miles a day then. Im at 2 miles a day now and I'm trying to get back to that pace.

    2 miles a day is 14 a week or 728 a year - but let's be honest, life happens and there is a very high likelihood of you failing to run 365 days without missing some.

    Focus on a monthly goal for now. Smaller bites. :smiley: Say 40 miles a month? If you rock that, then go to 50, and so on. Starting with a yearly goal can be daunting. So start small and build.
  • MNLittleFinn
    MNLittleFinn Posts: 4,271 Member
    fe45tv wrote: »
    I ran cross country previously and I ran about 4-5 miles a day then. Im at 2 miles a day now and I'm trying to get back to that pace.

    Like @PastorVincent said, start small, with a monthly goal of like 40. If that goes well, build from there. I went from a goal of 50 in March 2016 (ran 65) to 80+ in April, so, depending on how you adapt, you can build fairly quickly. That said, start low and build, just see how it goes.
  • MNLittleFinn
    MNLittleFinn Posts: 4,271 Member
    zdyb23456 wrote: »
    1/1 5.9miles
    1/2 5miles
    1/3 13.1miles!
    1/4 5miles
    1/5 8.4miles
    1/6 4miles
    1/7 rest
    1/8 6.67miles
    1/9 5miles
    1/10 6miles

    6 very slow miles across snow, ice, and slush. It was hard keeping my footing and my feet got soaked! I was not able to get any pace going so I barely broke a sweat.

    The good news is it got into the 50ies with lots of sun so hopefully the sidewalks will be in much better condition for tomorrow’s long run.
    you were running in the type of stuff I hate running in. Snow/ice/slush makes a nasty combination. Nice running.
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    01/01/2018 - 3.0 miles @ 9:15
    01/02/2018 - 6.5 MPH and 4% Grade for 1 hour
    01/03/2018 - 6.5 MPH For 8 Miles at 4% grade
    01/04/2018 - 6.7 MPH For 8 Miles at 4% grade
    01/05/2018 - 6.8 MPH For 8 Miles at 4% grade
    01/06/2018 - Rest
    01/07/2018 - Rest - Family Time
    01/07/2018 - 7.0 MPH for 7 miles at 4% grade
    01/08/2018 - 10 miles @ 8:58 pace
    01/09/2018 - *grumble grumble meetings*

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

    Official Marathon PR: 4:11:28

    Next Races (more as I find them):

    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)

    Stuck in meetings, no run today.
  • zdyb23456
    zdyb23456 Posts: 1,706 Member
    Stoshew71 wrote: »
    eponine1984 wrote: »
    @7lenny7 I'm so glad you're okay! I'm not saying this is a big part of why I mostly run inside on treadmills, but I'm less likely to get hit by a car inside planet fitness.


    Running inside Planet Fitness will greatly reduce your risks but won't eliminate them entirely.


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8i4GfFP9-0




    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R193YVWCKds

    Holy cow! That happened in my neck of the woods!!


  • rusgolden
    rusgolden Posts: 1,337 Member
    @7lenny7 — close call, glad nobody got physically hurt! I’m not often running in the dark but still have to be cautious in the daylight especially downtown where there are a lot of blind corners.

    So last week I finally got some new shoes. Up to this point I’ve been running in ASICS, 1st pair GT1000s and the next 2 pair Kayano 23s that between the 2 of them took me thru 2017. All had been purchased at a regular shoe store that I felt they fit well at a size 10.5...normal shoe is 10. I suffered thru the year with the runners black toenail on my 2nd toes. Anyway, I decided this time I should have someone at the local running store fit me in a shoe properly. Ended up with Brooks Adrenaline GT18s in a size 11.5. I’ve got 4 runs of 5,6,3,6 in them and while I’m not doing cartwheels over them, they have felt fine and not noticing any issues with calves, IT band, or hip flexor. If there would be any issue, would it have shown up by now?

    Also, I just saw that Garmin is releasing a new FR645 watch that has music capabilities. I’m not sure that I’m ready to fork over $450 yet, but it does look appealing from the DC Rainmaker preview.

    Tomorrow’s weather my force me to take my 1st treadmill run...only 3 miles though, so I think I can trudge thru the boredom...
  • Luxyp
    Luxyp Posts: 48 Member
    Completed 10 miles of target 100 Miles
  • MobyCarp
    MobyCarp Posts: 2,927 Member
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    MNLittleFinn wrote: »
    I track on Strava and just note which pair I used. Strava does all the tracking. Remember, rotating shoes makes a difference. There's a reason I have 6 pair of road and 4 pair of trail. Though I expect to get closer to 1000 miles from trail shies, as it's less impact.


    Yea, but then I have to edit every run and add the shoes right? There is little chance of me remembering to do that long-term.

    Strava sets a default pair of shoes and adds them to every run; you have to edit to change them. The default pair seems like a good thing for runners who only use one pair at a time. I rotate, and inevitably I'll forget to change one run or another, and the Strava totals won't be right. And I haven't figured out a way to go back and find my shoe entry errors that is reasonably time efficient.

    Garmin Connect lets me have no shoes attached as a default, which eliminates the false high distance on a default pair; but I can still forget to attach gear to the run and make the Garmin Connect shoe totals wrong. Finding runs with no shoes attached might be easier in Garmin Connect, but I haven't worked very hard at finding an efficient way to do so.

    Fortunately, I was tracking shoe mileage in a spreadsheet from before I ever had Garmin or Strava. That's how I know I always mess up the shoe entry in Garmin and Strava; but hopefully some day I'll be good enough to let the spreadsheet go.

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