March 2018 Running Challenge
Stoshew71
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It's March. You're gonna need to run off all that green beer you drank, so run with us.
WARNING: Following this thread may be addictive and it get's very talkative. Miss a day and you can be 50 posts behind. This is the most popular challenge on MFP. If you found us in the middle (or end) of the month, you're still welcome to join us. No requirements or special invite needed. Once you post, you're in. And yes, we do this every month.
You set your own pace and distance for the month. We will all be doing it together. This is your virtual running group to keep you accountable and enjoy a virtual coffee with your fellow runners after you run. Make new friends and learn a few things.
This is a continuation from the February 2018 Running Challenge which can be found at:
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10638437/february-2018-running-challenge/
Anyone can join in. New & Old. And if you found this thread late, you can join in at any time.
We have members that are total beginners all the way to Boston Qualifiers and beyond. We are a friendly and encouraging bunch.
Here are the details from last month that applies here again.
Anybody want to join me for a running challenge? Set a goal here and mark it every day here. OPTIONAL: You can post your progress by creating a ticker at http://www.tickerfactory.com (If creating one seems difficult, then don't let that stop you. Just type in your daily miles here.)
You can run, walk, or do treadmill. Just be consistent. I am setting a goal for 150 miles. Don't let my high (or low) goal intimidate you. Some can do 25, 50; whatever you like. We can help motivate each other. What do you say? If you are new to running, set a low goal. (You can also log your miles in km's if you choose.) Also, if you rather log your progress by time rather than distance, you are free to do that as well.
You can set your goal now but wait until Thursday 1 March to start logging your runs.
Also, don't forget to join our group which can be found at:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/21182-monthly-running-challange
(We also have a strava group and Facebook group.)
There you will find lots of good info, and it's a place where everyone can talk to each other for further motivation. It's also a place to find help when there is a problem with this thread.
After you run, come into this thread and post what you did. (don't forget to hit the star in the upper right corner to bookmark this thread) Keep a running tally of what you did this month, and interact with the others. Many folks come in here and chat it up even on their rest days or while recouping from injury. This is a very social group and we talk about many things to include running. Very friendly bunch here so don't be afraid to say hi (even if this is your first time). Talk about a recent race or one coming up. Ask questions, provide answers, or just learn. Participation is what makes this group successful.
Not quite sure how to log your runs, follow what many other people are doing. Even look at last month's thread that I posted above.
*******OPTIONAL TICKER*************
Info on tickers since I know there will be questions. Sign up for an account http://www.tickerfactory.com and create your ticker.
Then you need to update it after you do a run and post it here. Here is what you will need to do.
After setting up your ticker, you will need to make note of the weblink they give you so you can return. An example would be:
http://www.tickerfactory.com/exercise/w6K1EiX/ <<<< the last part will be a part of the image link (explained below) that will be supplied to you after you initially create your link.
When you return to TickerFactory with the weblink, go to your settings page. Make sure you type your pin in that you set when you created your ticker account.
Then where it says "Your current cumulative value, there is an add button. Just add what you just did and the cumulative value automatically changes. Then hit next.
Now after you added your new miles (or km's) to your ticker you need to post it here.
After you hit next, it will give you a bunch of codes suggesting on how to display your ticker.
Use the one at the bottom where it says Direct Image URL:
It will look something like:
http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/w6K1EiX/exercise.png
To display that correctly in your post, make sure you place the img tags around that link. So it will look, (removing the spaces in the img tags):
[ img ] http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/w6K1EiX/exercise.png [ /img ]
^^^^^^^ Don't forget to remove the spaces between the brackets. ^^^^^^^^^^
Some key things to pay attention to when posting your ticker.
1: Use the link that ends in .png
2. Remember the [ img] and [ /img] tags go in between the link
3. remove the spaces in the img tags before posting
4. YES, there is a / in the second /img tag
By the way, everyone here should consider themselves a runner no matter how fast or slow they are(unless you find a dead body- then you're a mere jogger). No judgment here. We all started somewhere. No comparisons, except to your former self. Don't compare my Chapter 20 to your Chapter 1.
“I often hear someone say I’m not a real runner. We are all runners, some just run faster than others. I never met a fake runner.” – Bart Yasso
“The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” – Confucius
We all know that if you run, you are pretty much choosing a life of success because of it.” – Deena Kastor
“Most people run a race to see who is fastest. I run a race to see who has the most guts.” – Steve Prefontaine
“Get going … walk if you have to, but finish the damned race.” – Ron Hill
"If you run, you are a runner. It doesn’t matter how fast or how far. It doesn’t matter if today is your first day or if you’ve been running for twenty years. There is no test to pass, no license to earn, no membership card to get. You just run." - John Bingham
Good luck! And happy running (or walking or treadmilling, ect). If you have any trouble or have questions, please feel free to PM me.
Stan
WARNING: Following this thread may be addictive and it get's very talkative. Miss a day and you can be 50 posts behind. This is the most popular challenge on MFP. If you found us in the middle (or end) of the month, you're still welcome to join us. No requirements or special invite needed. Once you post, you're in. And yes, we do this every month.
You set your own pace and distance for the month. We will all be doing it together. This is your virtual running group to keep you accountable and enjoy a virtual coffee with your fellow runners after you run. Make new friends and learn a few things.
This is a continuation from the February 2018 Running Challenge which can be found at:
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10638437/february-2018-running-challenge/
Anyone can join in. New & Old. And if you found this thread late, you can join in at any time.
We have members that are total beginners all the way to Boston Qualifiers and beyond. We are a friendly and encouraging bunch.
Here are the details from last month that applies here again.
Anybody want to join me for a running challenge? Set a goal here and mark it every day here. OPTIONAL: You can post your progress by creating a ticker at http://www.tickerfactory.com (If creating one seems difficult, then don't let that stop you. Just type in your daily miles here.)
You can run, walk, or do treadmill. Just be consistent. I am setting a goal for 150 miles. Don't let my high (or low) goal intimidate you. Some can do 25, 50; whatever you like. We can help motivate each other. What do you say? If you are new to running, set a low goal. (You can also log your miles in km's if you choose.) Also, if you rather log your progress by time rather than distance, you are free to do that as well.
You can set your goal now but wait until Thursday 1 March to start logging your runs.
Also, don't forget to join our group which can be found at:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/21182-monthly-running-challange
(We also have a strava group and Facebook group.)
There you will find lots of good info, and it's a place where everyone can talk to each other for further motivation. It's also a place to find help when there is a problem with this thread.
After you run, come into this thread and post what you did. (don't forget to hit the star in the upper right corner to bookmark this thread) Keep a running tally of what you did this month, and interact with the others. Many folks come in here and chat it up even on their rest days or while recouping from injury. This is a very social group and we talk about many things to include running. Very friendly bunch here so don't be afraid to say hi (even if this is your first time). Talk about a recent race or one coming up. Ask questions, provide answers, or just learn. Participation is what makes this group successful.
Not quite sure how to log your runs, follow what many other people are doing. Even look at last month's thread that I posted above.
*******OPTIONAL TICKER*************
Info on tickers since I know there will be questions. Sign up for an account http://www.tickerfactory.com and create your ticker.
Then you need to update it after you do a run and post it here. Here is what you will need to do.
After setting up your ticker, you will need to make note of the weblink they give you so you can return. An example would be:
http://www.tickerfactory.com/exercise/w6K1EiX/ <<<< the last part will be a part of the image link (explained below) that will be supplied to you after you initially create your link.
When you return to TickerFactory with the weblink, go to your settings page. Make sure you type your pin in that you set when you created your ticker account.
Then where it says "Your current cumulative value, there is an add button. Just add what you just did and the cumulative value automatically changes. Then hit next.
Now after you added your new miles (or km's) to your ticker you need to post it here.
After you hit next, it will give you a bunch of codes suggesting on how to display your ticker.
Use the one at the bottom where it says Direct Image URL:
It will look something like:
http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/w6K1EiX/exercise.png
To display that correctly in your post, make sure you place the img tags around that link. So it will look, (removing the spaces in the img tags):
[ img ] http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/w6K1EiX/exercise.png [ /img ]
^^^^^^^ Don't forget to remove the spaces between the brackets. ^^^^^^^^^^
Some key things to pay attention to when posting your ticker.
1: Use the link that ends in .png
2. Remember the [ img] and [ /img] tags go in between the link
3. remove the spaces in the img tags before posting
4. YES, there is a / in the second /img tag
By the way, everyone here should consider themselves a runner no matter how fast or slow they are(unless you find a dead body- then you're a mere jogger). No judgment here. We all started somewhere. No comparisons, except to your former self. Don't compare my Chapter 20 to your Chapter 1.
“I often hear someone say I’m not a real runner. We are all runners, some just run faster than others. I never met a fake runner.” – Bart Yasso
“The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” – Confucius
We all know that if you run, you are pretty much choosing a life of success because of it.” – Deena Kastor
“Most people run a race to see who is fastest. I run a race to see who has the most guts.” – Steve Prefontaine
“Get going … walk if you have to, but finish the damned race.” – Ron Hill
"If you run, you are a runner. It doesn’t matter how fast or how far. It doesn’t matter if today is your first day or if you’ve been running for twenty years. There is no test to pass, no license to earn, no membership card to get. You just run." - John Bingham
Good luck! And happy running (or walking or treadmilling, ect). If you have any trouble or have questions, please feel free to PM me.
Stan
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I’m in. I signed up for my first 5k at the end of March, so this will be helpful.
Goal- 30 miles for March.
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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 + 5k + 1mile
04/07/18 - Achilles 9.3 Challange (10k and 5k back to back)
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)
Will shoot for 200 again I guess...12 -
In for 50k / 31 miles. Planning to run the Love Well 5k March 3rd.13
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My big goal for March is to run the hilly OPSF50/50 50K, but most of March will be a taper month (with a week of vacation at the end with hopefully some snowshoeing and dogsledding if I survive the 50K). I think the current plan is about 120 mi, give or take. I also want to start going to two strength training classes per week, continue my yoga twice a week, and run once a week with my 9 year old son if he wants to (maybe more willing now that the weather is improving). I also want to start actually signing up for some of the races on my spring and summer list!
Upcoming races:
Spring Fling 10K Mar 3
OPSF 50/50 50K Mar 24
Bound the Mound Half Marathon (trail) Apr 8 (rescheduled because of flooding)
2018 Spring Plan:
DINO Eagle Creek 15K Apr 7
April 28 Glacial Esker 20 mi Apr 28
DINO Muscatuck 15K May 5
DWD Gnawbone Marathon May 19
DINO Brown County 15K Jun 2
8 h @ Brown County Jun 16-17
DINO Griffin Park 15K Jun 23
Big goal for the fall: 50 miler before I turn 5013 -
I’m in for 80mi this month. Signed up for 3 races so those miles I won’t include in my goal to ensure that I don’t slack off.10
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My leg is pretty much completely healed now, to the point where I don't think about it any more during my runs, so with that, I'm going to say 250 miles for this month.14
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March goal: Run END-SURE well, stay healthy and enter the final stages of Zumbro training
Nominal mileage goal: Let's say 140? I really don't know. Real plan is to follow training and coach's advice well.
Total:
Today's notes:
2018 races
3/28- END-SURE 50k
4/13- Zumbro Endurance Race 100 Mile
7/28- Minnesota Voyageur 50 (coach brought up this one)
9/8- Superior Trail 50 mile
10/20- Wild Duluth 50k
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The first few weeks of March is tapering for my first half marathon race. So my goal through March 18th is 78.1 miles.
After that I don’t know what to do. I’ve done 4 HM training cycles with each one being progressively harder. Should I do another one? It’s probably what I’ll end up doing. Maybe more of a beginner level just to give myself a bit of a break.11 -
Will continue with 200 goal miles per month.
There are three races I will do this year:
2018 St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon- April 28, 2018 Registered
13th Annual Wilma Rudolph Road Race - Running-10 K June 23, 2018 Registered
Go Commando in October (not posted yet for registration)9 -
140 km for March. Stay healthy and increase the load for the summer race-event season coming at us.
Next race is in April - Jasper HM. 4/7/18 @sarahthes is also going to be there.
With all the snow we have had this year a few of the shaded trails through the trees hold the promise for crusted snow or even ice blocks of consolidated freeze-thaw snow. A little under trained right now but the last week has been better than the last 3 months.The first few weeks of March is tapering for my first half marathon race. So my goal through March 18th is 78.1 miles.
After that I don’t know what to do. I’ve done 4 HM training cycles with each one being progressively harder. Should I do another one? It’s probably what I’ll end up doing. Maybe more of a beginner level just to give myself a bit of a break.
@zdyb23456 I try to keep my self in HM condition ( failed this winter ) that way if an interesting or Cheap HM pops up I can just go out and do it with no thought of a PB but just having fun and running in a new area/terrain. Maybe just recycle through the last 3-4 weeks of the HM plan which will give you taper periods and build periods.11 -
I was nowhere near 50 for February and I haven't planned March yet so I am going to say 35. Arbitrary goal.12
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In for 150 again but hope I get 170.10
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New to running, but I’m setting my goal at 30 miles for the month16
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My goal is 100 miles for the March challenge.10
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March Running Goal
Aspiring to hit a minimum of 168 as I continue my quest to run a marathon.
Upcoming Race : Have a HM on 3/18 (March madness HM) in Cary, IL that I am going to run as a middle 13 at MP while running a total of 7 miles easy before and/or after to get my 2nd scheduled 20 training run...so no likely PR attempt at this stage, but this is a hilly one so should be a good challenge.9 -
I'm going in for 100... I almost made it in February so I figured with more days in March it shouldn't be a problem if with work and travel happenings...
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Goal 1: 180 km
Goal 2: Do more cartwheels.
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Hit 50 for January and February, so I will shoot for 60 in March. I'm still weighing a first HM attempt for July, but base-building mode should be good for now.9
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HM race in March. Let's say 80k total again.8
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I am in for a meagre 100 miles ... might have to have a couple of days off, so let's see what I can achieve 7
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Hi all! After 2.5 months out with piriformis syndrome I am now 95% ready. My goal is to stay healthy and run-ready. Let's say 120k for March!14
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jdunham221 wrote: »New to running, but I’m setting my goal at 30 miles for the month
Welcome. There are a ton of amazing runners here. We have people of all experience levels, from folks just starting C25K to a sponsored ultramarathon racer, so alwasy feel free to join in conversations and ask any and all questions you have.3 -
Thanks @Stoshew71 for the amazing thread! Even though this school year I just can't keep up with all these amazing runners.
Thinking about my goal. IDK - got a couple long bike rides planned, assuming weather holds up. That will cut into my mileage. Going crazy lifting/strength training lately. So it will impact my mileage. Going to London March 29-April 6 so might get a couple long runs in the last 3 days of the month. Beats me--- roll the dice ... 75.
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My March goal is to actually run and not hurt my foot again. Only two runs in Feb. so I'd like to try and get out at least once a week in March. I've also started Couch to 10K from the beginning this time since I really haven't run for a month.7
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Getting going on C25K (again). I'll try for 20-25 miles in March, I don't want to set the goal too high. I'm only running two times a week - got to ease into it.
I'm wanting to make it three times a week in March. We'll see how that goes. I'll go back to lurking now until next update ha 8 -
Umm... I am going to go with a sliding scale goal. Even if all I get for the month is pt runs, that should be at least 5 miles. If I get some runs in outside of that but still have current limits in place, that should get me to 15.
So - 5-15 miles. Anything more is gravy. But I would like to actually meet one of these goals for a change.9 -
no goal for me. Doctor has advised to stay away from the gym and 'you'll lose weight anyway with this overactive thryoid' (erm - actually I run and go to the gym to increase my fitness, weightloss is a side effect)
a DNS to the night run 10k last weekend, and am pulling out of the 10 miler in a couple of weeks. My marathon dreams are looking sketchy at best.....
A friend told me something I keep trying to remind myself - and that is to Be Kind. I need to be kind to myself, and not beat myself up over not being able to do the things I want to do.
I'll be here, in this thread, running vicariously through everyone else. Please make sure you get some fantastic runs in so I can enjoy them through you.
It's going to snow here tomorrow (that's a big thing for us. The country goes into meltdown) so I am going to console myself with making snow angels.12 -
Hello - newly returned to MFP and working out after a long break. I am aiming for a "run a minimum of 2x/week for 30 min" goal to get back started.10
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Getting going on C25K (again). I'll try for 20-25 miles in March, I don't want to set the goal too high. I'm only running two times a week - got to ease into it. I'm wanting to make it three times a week in March. We'll see how that goes. I'll go back to lurking now until next update ha
Welcome! You're in a good place to get help/support with running. The runners in here are amazing and come from a wide range of experience, from others starting on C25K all the way to a sponsored ultramarathon runner. If you ever have questions about running or other health/fitness stuff, feel free to ask!4 -
Ok. I'm in for 85 miles this month!4
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