January 2018 Running Challenge
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Jeez Whiz Take 5 days away for a mini Ski Vacation and 13 pages of posts, Skips and skims ahead with lots of mental yeas and oh no's.
1st day ( 16.2 km ) on the hill in knee high Powder fought a ski binding all day as it kept releasing prematurely = lots of face plants . Turns out it was missing a tiny lock washer on the adjuster. $0.00 repair cost from the ski shop on the hill.
2nd day ( 29.7 km ) . Still hitting raw powder in the trees and some of the hidden runs.
3rd day ( 35.9 Km ) The best day everything was working fine - no gear malfunctions - small crowds so able to get lots of laps up the chair lift.7 -
@juliet3455 as much as I tried to enjoy skiing when I lived in the North I just couldn't, but sounds like you had a great time.1
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Someone shared this on Facebook and I wanted to share the love here...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zob0WNZtW2M
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KeepRunningFatboy wrote: »@katharmonic - Thank you. And I also seen you mention Monumental. It's a great flat and fast course and is usually perfect running weather! I've done it a couple times since it's close by. If you think you want to run it, and you want that BQ - I would be willing to pace you.
@KeepRunningFatboy What a nice offer! That's so awesome, thank you. I will keep it in mind (not the BQ part) if I don't get in to the NYC marathon.
Congrats on your race @kevaasen!
@amymoreorless that sounds like a really wise decision. Live to race another day!
Good job @BruinsGal_91 on your 10k! Crazy about the "corner" cutting.
Good to see you back @ereck44. Sorry to hear about the ankle, hope you will be able to get back to more running sometime soon.
@PastorVincent just saw that video - LOL, love those dogs and their trickery.0 -
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One of my club mates from the Great White North was in @HonuNui area of the world recently and represented the frozen Great White North quite well.
https://www.facebook.com/jon.babiy/posts/472545989807382?notif_id=1516037696120925¬if_t=nf_comment_story&ref=notif
Now if I could count my Ski Km's as running Km's it would look like I was really kicking it.3 -
Strength day for me today, as well as wrangling the old washer & dryer away from the wall & disconnecting it. New one delivered tomorrow and then I gotta call an electrician to move an outlet and maybe swap out a plug as well.
Possibly will need to hop over to a friend's tomorrow night to wash running gear, or maybe laundromat, if the electrical is complicated.5 -
Congrats to all who had races this weekend, it looked like everyone did well and had a great time!
@juliet3455 Skiing sounds great. I don't ski. I fall down hills with sticks strapped to my feet.6 -
JessicaMcB wrote: »@Orphia as someone who trains to 100% distance I would only max my 50k training runs at three hours if I could run a 50k in three hours. I'm in the minority but I can't say I've heard much of a 3 hour cut off, its usually 20-25 mile max outs I hear of from people who don't go to 100%. Your plan sounds good!
I personally do not consider myself an elite of any kind but totally agree with @PastorVincent that you are a special sort of elite inspiring people all over the place
@JessicaMcB You're so kind.
The AMA marathoner also said to run full distance in training.PastorVincent wrote: »The thing to be careful of is where each runner is in their journey. So I would advise someone that is working towards their FIRST EVER marathon differently than someone that has a few under their belt.
Yes, I think this is true, and there is a different rule for each individual depending on their level of experience.
Ultrarunners and pro marathoners can do many marathons/ultras a year, so they are always in "marathon shape".
Then there are those who do maybe a couple a year, and lead up to each one with a 12ish week cycle, and can do anywhere from 30 km to full distance in training.
I did 34 km as my longest run in training for my first and only marathon in August 2017.MNLittleFinn wrote: »@Orphia a 3 hour limit is a cap for people who dont run that mich, its to prevent injury. Ill go out like 5-6 hours, and thats my max, but i might do it 2 days in a row. Back to backs are common in ultra training. Most runners dont go 100% like @JessicaMcB, but most arent in a position to place or set course records, we just want to survive.
For me the race is the challenge, if I've gone 100% in training my mind says why bother with the race... its actualy psychologicaly harder for me to train 100%, since it sets an expectation.... going in without trwining to 100% means theres no expectstion this time and i can run free.
Yes, I think 3 hours is a good rule for first marathons and one-per year.
As @cburke8909 says, it gives a good base without risking not being able to complete the actual event.
I'm a bit different to you, @MNLittleFinn I did 4 HMs before I ever ran a HM race. However, things get a bit different when you're talking ultras, so I definitely see your point!
I've been thinking about my planned 50 km.
A) I doubt I'll be able to afford the flights/accommodation/etc for the race in April.
B ) I've been so good at training sustainably and sensibly, I'm putting aside my thoughts of doing a 50 km on my own on my 51st birthday late February.
C) The marathon really set me back a lot speed-wise, and I think I've got plenty of time this year to make 30 km runs more of a regular thing so that any marathons or 50 km I might do won't be too hard to attempt.
I walked 7 km today after running the 30.6 km in the heat yesterday. My legs don't feel too bad. I can see improvement.
I love this thread for helping me think things through. You guys rock.
I want the 50 to be a natural progression- relentless forward progress, not an urgent deadline.
This is a cool blog.
http://teachertrailrunner.blogspot.com.au/
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Another 2-mile easy run...which doesn't come *quite* as easy at 4:30am as it does mid-morning, but whatever. I'm up. I did it. It's done. And it felt good after the first half mile or so. Seems like longer runs are a better bang for your wake-up buck. The grumble-per-mile ratio has to be better...although I guess that's a trend that could reverse course after a certain point. Anywho. I need more coffee. Hope everyone has a great day!
MTD: 35.6/45
1/2 - 1.0 + 2.0
1/3 - 1.25
1/5 - 1.3
1/6 - 1.5 + 2.0
1/7 - 2.25
1/8 - 1.5
1/9 - 1.7
1/11 - 1.5
1/13 - 2.0 + 1.5
1/14 - 3.1
1/16 - 2.0
1/17 - 2.5
1/18 - 3.5
1/21 - 2.5
1/22 - 2.5
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Goals for 2018:
- Run 500 miles
- Run a nonstop (no walking) 5K
- Run/walk my first 10K
- Run 3+ trail races
- Run in 3+ states
Races to Consider:
1/27 - Mississippi Blues Marathon 5K (Registered)
2/14 - Luv 2 Run 2.14M virtual (Registered)
2/18 - Q50 Trails Extravaganza 5M (Registered)
3/10 - Hammond Shamrock Run 5K
3/18 - Shamrockin Run 8K in NOLA
3/31 - Crescent City Classic 10K
4/20 - Star Wars Dark Side 5K in WDW (Registered)
5/12 - Q50 Cinco de Mayo Trail Race 5K
6/21 - Summer Solstice 6.21M
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Strength day for me today, as well as wrangling the old washer & dryer away from the wall & disconnecting it. New one delivered tomorrow and then I gotta call an electrician to move an outlet and maybe swap out a plug as well.
Possibly will need to hop over to a friend's tomorrow night to wash running gear, or maybe laundromat, if the electrical is complicated.
@sarahthes when I got a new dryer they switched the power cord on the dryer not my wall. Took a few minutes. I've been lucky my washer has been working fine. I think a hose might have leaked because of the cold.0 -
oh @Orphia that IS a good blog......2
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@PastorVincent - loved that video! So cute.
@elise4270 - thanks Elise- My shoes all have the top level of padding and only one has mileage over 200. Opposite of minimalist shoes.
This used to happen to me years ago, before I was a runner - if I walked >5 miles. Weird it came back after all this time. My socks are all no cotton, but now that I think about it I haven't bought new socks in a while. Yay a reason to shop for running stuff!
Rest day for me today. At least I think so unless I go crazy and go to the gym after work. But I have to run a club after school and I think that will prevent me from going.
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i m confused, do I just post a goal for how many miles I'd like to run for January on here?3
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skippygirlsmom wrote: »Strength day for me today, as well as wrangling the old washer & dryer away from the wall & disconnecting it. New one delivered tomorrow and then I gotta call an electrician to move an outlet and maybe swap out a plug as well.
Possibly will need to hop over to a friend's tomorrow night to wash running gear, or maybe laundromat, if the electrical is complicated.
@sarahthes when I got a new dryer they switched the power cord on the dryer not my wall. Took a few minutes. I've been lucky my washer has been working fine. I think a hose might have leaked because of the cold.
@skippygirlsmom I'm hoping that's all we need to do for the dryer. There isn't any plug at all for the washer on that side of the room - old unit was a 2 in 1. I'm hoping that temporarily it will reach the outlet on the other side of the room (maybe 5 feet away? small room) but the cord will be a tripping hazard in the meantime.0 -
BrookeRunningMom wrote: »i m confused, do I just post a goal for how many miles I'd like to run for January on here?
yes. It's a self-managed goal - you set whatever you would like to achieve and let us know how it's going. Some on this thread have goals in the hundreds of miles/kilometres, some in the tens, some just want to be able to run continuously for a mile. Some are beginners, some are at the stage of getting sponsorship deals. All are amazing people to be around.
This thread is addictive, and busy. Miss a day and you may find three pages of posts to wade through. But there is a TON of advice to be had here, plenty of support, and no judgement.3 -
girlinahat wrote: »BrookeRunningMom wrote: »i m confused, do I just post a goal for how many miles I'd like to run for January on here?
yes. It's a self-managed goal - you set whatever you would like to achieve and let us know how it's going. Some on this thread have goals in the hundreds of miles/kilometres, some in the tens, some just want to be able to run continuously for a mile. Some are beginners, some are at the stage of getting sponsorship deals. All are amazing people to be around.
This thread is addictive, and busy. Miss a day and you may find three pages of posts to wade through. But there is a TON of advice to be had here, plenty of support, and no judgement.
ok thats wonderful thank so much for the info !!
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BrookeRunningMom wrote: »i m confused, do I just post a goal for how many miles I'd like to run for January on here?
That's exactly it @BrookeRunningMom. Tell us your goal and update us on your progress along the way. See the first post of this thread for some more details on how you can use a ticker if you want, but any method is fine. Welcome to the monthly running challenge thread! It's a very friendly and helpful group, so jump right in and chat, ask questions, whine, brag, whatever!
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katharmonic wrote: »BrookeRunningMom wrote: »i m confused, do I just post a goal for how many miles I'd like to run for January on here?
That's exactly it @BrookeRunningMom. Tell us your goal and update us on your progress along the way. See the first post of this thread for some more details on how you can use a ticker if you want, but any method is fine. Welcome to the monthly running challenge thread! It's a very friendly and helpful group, so jump right in and chat, ask questions, whine, brag, whatever!
wonderful thank you, I just write down in my journal how much I do every day and add it all up at the end of the week, but will look into that ticker thing !1 -
I went to the track with some friends this morning. One of them was doing 4 x 1600s but I opted to run the straight hard and recover going around the bend. Ran a little extra when I got back to the car to get in 5 miles for today. Temp was a great 34F. We have rain moving in tomorrow but it beats the heck out of snow and ice!5 -
my goal is to do 85 miles this month, Im not training for anything, I did set a goal to do 4- 5ks this year but thats it lol,10
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*sigh* Looks like darn reasonable running weather:
But I pulled a muscle in my back sleeping last night some so not sure I *can* run. Ugh.8 -
1/1 = 6 miles
1/2 = rest day
1/3 = 7.5 miles
1/4 = vinyasa yoga class
1/5 = 7.5 miles
1/6 = 13 miles - River Road Half Marathon
1/7 = 6 miles
1/8 = strength training at the gym
1/9 = early PT appt for my foot/ankle
1/10 = 8 miles
1/11 = 6 miles
1/12 = 9 miles
1/13 = rest day
1/14 = 14 miles (run/walk intervals with group)
1/15 = 5 miles & foot PT appt.
1/16 = rest day
1/17 = 6 miles dreadmill & 30 minutes strength training
1/18 = 4 miles
1/19 = 14 miles (run/walk intervals)
1/20 = gimpy foot rest day
1/21 = 8 miles (run/walk intervals)
1/22 = 6 miles and short strength training session
January Goal = 140 miles / total miles = 1205 -
BrookeRunningMom wrote: »my goal is to do 85 miles this month, Im not training for anything, I did set a goal to do 4- 5ks this year but thats it lol,
Welcome aboard!1 -
Welcome @BrookeRunningMom!
The 50K discussion is really interesting to me as well. I just signed up for my 50K in mid March so it is all starting to look real now. One of my issues is going to be getting ready for the hills. I need to make some field trips to get some better hills than I can get at home. I did one 50K 4 years ago but the terrain was pretty easy for that one.
Decided to go with my plan of water walking today and give my hamstring another day to recover. It is feeling a lot better today though after lots of foam rolling and some ice yesterday. I am doing a check in visit with my PT today so I’ll get her opinion on how long I need to back off and what I can do to keep this new problem from setting my training back.4 -
skippygirlsmom wrote: »Strength day for me today, as well as wrangling the old washer & dryer away from the wall & disconnecting it. New one delivered tomorrow and then I gotta call an electrician to move an outlet and maybe swap out a plug as well.
Possibly will need to hop over to a friend's tomorrow night to wash running gear, or maybe laundromat, if the electrical is complicated.
@sarahthes when I got a new dryer they switched the power cord on the dryer not my wall. Took a few minutes. I've been lucky my washer has been working fine. I think a hose might have leaked because of the cold.
@skippygirlsmom I'm hoping that's all we need to do for the dryer. There isn't any plug at all for the washer on that side of the room - old unit was a 2 in 1. I'm hoping that temporarily it will reach the outlet on the other side of the room (maybe 5 feet away? small room) but the cord will be a tripping hazard in the meantime.
@sarahthes I gotcha!0 -
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 (trail)
01/07/18 - REST
01/08/18 - 3 miles
01/09/18 - 4.5 miles
01/10/18 - 3.5miles
01/11/18 - 3 miles
01/12/18 - Cross Train Les Mills BodyPump/CXWORX
01/13/18 - 8 miles (trail)
01/14/18 - REST
01/15/18 - 3 miles
01/16/18 - 5 miles
01/17/18 - 3.5 miles
01/18/18 - 3 miles
01/19/18 - Cross Train Les Mills BodyPump/CXWORX
01/20/18 - 6 miles (trail)
01/21/18 - Rest (but shoveled lotsa snow)
01/22/18 - 3
MTD: 62.5 miles
JAN GOAL: 80 miles
YTD: 62.5 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
Might have to rethink my 6/2 race. Looks like we'll be camping at the Great Sand Dunes that weekend for Boy Scouts. I guess I'll run up some big-*kitten* sandy hills instead.
Was about 19F for my run this morning. I actually really love running in 16-20 degrees. One thing I didn't anticipate was from the snowfall yesterday that the plows would move the wet muck (that refreezes overnight) onto the sidewalk where I usually run, so it was more like snowy trail conditions to contend with. It was a little slower than usual, but I managed OK and it was one of those "feels really great runs." Might have been a good candidate for going to the YMCA treadmill or waiting until this afternoon when a little melt happens, but eh, I did it and I'm glad.
ETA: This is the sand dunes
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@HRKinchen I love to run early! Once you just get up and get out and get going, it's all good. You get back and feel awesome, like you've already accomplished something significant, before anyone else is out of bed. I'm slower in the early AM, but the work still counts.
@JessicaMcB and @Orphia You ladies are truly an inspiration and always give me something to think about on how to improve my runs, even though my distances may never match yours. The world needs more strong ladies lifting up other strong ladies.
@PastorVincent Sorry to hear about your back, whenever I tweak mine, it's always doing something lame like putting on pants or rolling over.
@BrookeRunningMom Welcome!6 -
PastorVincent wrote: »But I pulled a muscle in my back sleeping last night some so not sure I *can* run. Ugh.
that's some strenuous sleeping you went through there!!
hope it tweaks back into running zone soon!
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