March 2018 Running Challenge

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  • polskagirl01
    polskagirl01 Posts: 2,024 Member
    7lenny7 wrote: »
    polskagirl01 wrote: »
    It's interesting reading the discussion on trail running. I've learned all of my trail passing etiquette in Poland... so I apologize in advance if I come run one of your races, forget where I am, and just push right past you. I guess its just a different way of showing respect. Invading your personal space here seems normal and accepted, but invading your head space by talking to you would just be weird and rude.

    @polskagirl01 I've been in maybe a dozen trail races, all in the midwest of the US, and every single one has been a big social event, from 5K to 50K. I went to my last race by myself but never felt alone because it seemed like I was talking to people half the time, before during and after the race. I've never met a more friendly welcoming community than the trail running community. Even the most introverted person can easily find someone to talk to, though there are those who have no interest in being social, which is certainly fine.

    That sounds wonderful to me :)
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    I am not currently following a plan, except for weight training. Maybe that's why I can't get into it? But I am not training for anything. I took about 9 months off so it's not a break that I need (except maybe from work LOL). Diet is best it's been since I was diagnosed with celiac disease a few years back. I'm eating a lot and staying hydrated.

    It's probably a little anxiety and a little depression. I think I have some other medical issue since I still get the vertigo-like symptoms (not sure how else to describe) randomly on some runs. But don't get that with any other workout. I have put in for an appointment but my docs calendar isn't opening until June or July. So it might be months after that when I finally get in.
  • T1DCarnivoreRunner
    T1DCarnivoreRunner Posts: 11,502 Member
    RunsOnEspresso wrote: »
    I am not currently following a plan, except for weight training. Maybe that's why I can't get into it? But I am not training for anything. I took about 9 months off so it's not a break that I need (except maybe from work LOL). Diet is best it's been since I was diagnosed with celiac disease a few years back. I'm eating a lot and staying hydrated.

    It's probably a little anxiety and a little depression. I think I have some other medical issue since I still get the vertigo-like symptoms (not sure how else to describe) randomly on some runs. But don't get that with any other workout. I have put in for an appointment but my docs calendar isn't opening until June or July. So it might be months after that when I finally get in.

    Something you can do for weight training is to start by running before-hand. Some recent research shows that static stretching is best done after strength training and can actually increase injury risk if done before-hand. However, active stretching / dynamic stretching is beneficial prior to weight lifting. So run a bit to increase your HR and get your blood flowing. Not only does it lower your risk of injury while lifting weights, but it is also a way to make only a minor change to your current routine and add running.
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    @midwesterner85 I don't schedule them on the same day. There's no way I can fit a run and lifting session on the same day. Even a short run before lifting wouldn't work. Unless we can figure out a way to add more hours to the day. I keep asking but the universe isn't helping ;)
  • 07KatieP13
    07KatieP13 Posts: 220 Member
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  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    edited March 2018
    I don't have a plan right now either. I think about the night before how far I want to go the next day and either choose the 3.5 or 5 mile route. Long runs are at least the length of my next race and on trail. I'm doing well in the 6-8 mile range. I'll see about extending that to the 7-10 mile range soon.
  • karllundy
    karllundy Posts: 1,490 Member
    edited March 2018
    @skippygirlsmom - Ouch! Hope you're ok and back to normal soon!
    @Elise4270 - Ditto...heal up. ETA: Just realized that was three months ago...duh, me
    @RunsOnEspresso - Take a break, do something else for a change of pace (no pun intended). Or change how / where / when you run. If you resent it, that's no good.
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    @karllundy I don't resent it. I just don't have the energy to do it. Like its more effort to walk out the front door than just lift weights in the living room.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
    karllundy wrote: »
    @Elise4270 - Ditto...heal up. ETA: Just realized that was three months ago...duh, me

    No problem Karl. I'll take the "heal up", i had ITBS surgery 6 weeks ago. :grin: That race was my last Hoorah. I don't think I shared it here when it happened. So it's probably new to many.
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    RunsOnEspresso wrote: »
    @karllundy I don't resent it. I just don't have the energy to do it. Like its more effort to walk out the front door than just lift weights in the living room.

    When that happens, I find it is best to just go anyways. Normally if I do, by the time 10 or 15 mins has past I am in the grove and running for the distance. If not, then I probably just make it a really short run.
  • NikolaosKey
    NikolaosKey Posts: 410 Member
    @skippygirlsmom that must hurt. I wish fast recovery!
  • Don_WM_
    Don_WM_ Posts: 262 Member
    RunsOnEspresso wrote: »
    @karllundy I don't resent it. I just don't have the energy to do it. Like its more effort to walk out the front door than just lift weights in the living room.

    I have this problem often when it is a karate lesson day (and running too). So, I try to think like this:
    "90% of the job is getting to the lesson (or starting the run), once you've done that, the rest is easy and fun."
    And I almost always find it to be true. So when you feel that way, kick yourself over or past the 'getting started' part and you'll probably find you did have the energy and also enjoy yourself.

  • Teresa502
    Teresa502 Posts: 1,856 Member
    noblsheep wrote: »
    What's the saying - when life gives you hills, run repeats?

    Love this!

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