July 2018 Running Challenge
Stoshew71
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It's July.
Time for a new challenge.
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 June 2018 Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10671082/june-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 100 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 Sunday 1 July 2018 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
Time for a new challenge.
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 June 2018 Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10671082/june-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 100 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 Sunday 1 July 2018 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 don't know what mileage I will get since I am starting marathon training. I will aim for 75 min and 85 max. 75 might be a bit high without looking over my plan but whatever!
Go big or go home! July is all about pushing myself and getting faster.13 -
I am going to say 150 miles... but a cruise to Bermuda with my gf at the end of the month may cost me a mile or two.7
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i think I'll go 55mi this month. i'm feeling back in my groove. plus i found i find less accidents when i wake up if i take the dogs out at night. the one is afraid of the dark but will run in the dark
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I'm going to say 80 miles for July.9
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Alrighty, 50 miles this month is my goal. Go Go Go!8
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July goals: running about 50 miles total, at least three times a week if practicable, my first race on July 4th(!). I expect that I'll break a 10 minute mile this month, which will be exciting, and I'll probably run my first 10k distance as well (I'm about a mile and change short).8
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July 2018
Run Goal: Recover from 50 km run, ankle injury, and complete a Half Marathon.
Bonus Goal: Handstands.
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July 2018
Run Goal: Recover from 50 km run, ankle injury, and complete a Half Marathon.
Bonus Goal: Handstands.
@Orphia I noticed that we have a handstand challenge now.
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10671026/handstand-challenge
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July 2018
Run Goal: Recover from 50 km run, ankle injury, and complete a Half Marathon.
Bonus Goal: Handstands.
@Orphia I noticed that we have a handstand challenge now.
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10671026/handstand-challenge
Thanks, @Stoshew71 Yes, that thread has been key to my practice. Did 5 minutes handstand practice every day in June. So supportive and informative in there. Definitely recommend that one.3 -
July goal is 60 miles, 97km. Keep biking and rehab.4
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Hi everyone! Marathon training is picking up; I'm in for 190 miles this month. Looking forward to another month of struggling to keep up with the thread! Haha11
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Wow I made the 1st page again! I am in for 75 for July with a stretch goal of 100. I have my HM at the end of the month so we will see how far training, taper and recovery gets me.3
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@LaDispute57 - just need to run around and around and around on that cruise ship deck!
@mbaker566 - love your 'bat' puppy!3 -
Going to scale back a bit for this month, as I think I'll make the first week a low-mileage week to give my body a bit of a break. So with that, let's say 250 miles.10
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My goal is 50 miles.5
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In for 120+ (km). Picking up half marathon training with 6 weeks until race day, but up until 2 weeks ago I was right in the middle of a 10 mile training plan so it should be easy peasy. Right?
2018 Races: (italics means not registered yet, only pondering)
1/1/18 Resolution Run 5K ~38:00 (no official times)
3/4/18 MEC Road Race #1 10K 1:30:57
3/17/28 St Patrick's Day race 10K 1:24:53
4/7/18 Jasper Half Marathon 3:05:55
4/22/18 MEC Trail Race #1 5Kish 1:00:00? (Or 48:45...)
5/20/18 MEC Trail Race #2 10Kish 1:56:15
6/24/18 MEC Trail Race #3 10Kish 2:03:15
7/1/18 Canada Day 15K
7/28/18 Idaho Peak 10K Trail Race
8/18/18 Edmonton Marathon (Half Marathon)
8/25/18 MEC Trail Race #4 10Kish
9/22/18 Heartbeat Run 10K
10/7/18 MEC Trail Race #5 15Kish
12/1/18 Santa Shuffle8 -
Going to go for 50 miles for July. Hoping for more , depends on if foot will cooperate.
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I’m in for 60 miles.10
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No idea on goals for July. I have a dance festival the beginning of the month, and a HM the end of the month, but it’s a bit more of a casual month for me. Lots going on.4
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Just imagine the GPS Strava map for that - loops in the middle of the ocean.@LaDispute57 - just need to run around and around and around on that cruise ship deck!
Goal for July 150km
Lots of it in the mountains as I start 3 weeks of Vacation today and the Emperor's Challenge Mountain HM is my next event - actually it's my A Event for the season unless something else jumps up and hits me.
Off to my brothers Cabin at Slave Lake for a few days for some electrical wiring and then into Tumbler Ridge, Grande Prairie ( Evergreen Park Sand dunes ) Grand Cache ( Canadian Death Race Trails I hope ) and Jasper ( Skyline Trail and Nigel pass ) so will have very limited cell coverage and no PC unless I get to a library.5 -
girlinahat wrote: »No idea on goals for July. I have a dance festival the beginning of the month, and a HM the end of the month, but it’s a bit more of a casual month for me. Lots going on.
Hmmm.... I think you should stop equivocating and go for at least 63 miles. You get 13 of those in a race, leaving just 50 to do in 3 weeks. You could dance that much at the festival...lol2 -
LaDispute57 wrote: »girlinahat wrote: »No idea on goals for July. I have a dance festival the beginning of the month, and a HM the end of the month, but it’s a bit more of a casual month for me. Lots going on.
Hmmm.... I think you should stop equivocating and go for at least 63 miles. You get 13 of those in a race, leaving just 50 to do in 3 weeks. You could dance that much at the festival...lol
Fair point. And yeah, given we have six hours of workshops AS WELL as social dancing, I’ll be averaging 10 miles a day of the festival.
Ok. 63 it is!! That’s suspiciously similar to what I achieved in June, but then I barely ran for three weeks having lost all motivation...
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I didn't make goal last month so I'm dropping back to 45km for the month. We are at the beginning of a 8 day heat wave so not much running for me I'd think.2
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@juliet3455 - this made me laugh out loud! Also running in those mountains sounds wonderful! Have a great vacation. Can't wait to read the race report on the Emperor's Challenge!juliet3455 wrote: »
Just imagine the GPS Strava map for that - loops in the middle of the ocean.@LaDispute57 - just need to run around and around and around on that cruise ship deck!
Goal for July 150km
Lots of it in the mountains as I start 3 weeks of Vacation today and the Emperor's Challenge Mountain HM is my next event - actually it's my A Event for the season unless something else jumps up and hits me.
Off to my brothers Cabin at Slave Lake for a few days for some electrical wiring and then into Tumbler Ridge, Grande Prairie ( Evergreen Park Sand dunes ) Grand Cache ( Canadian Death Race Trails I hope ) and Jasper ( Skyline Trail and Nigel pass ) so will have very limited cell coverage and no PC unless I get to a library.
@garygse - Had to smile that 250 miles is your cut back month for the middle of summer in Texas!2 -
Hello, I'm new here. Starting to up my training for a half marathon in November. Currently regularly run around maybe 16k per week but need to increase that drastically.
So my goal is to run 90k for July. Does that sound appropriate?8 -
Hello, I'm new here. Starting to up my training for a half marathon in November. Currently regularly run around maybe 16k per week but need to increase that drastically.
So my goal is to run 90k for July. Does that sound appropriate?
Welcome, @Avidkeo !
How far is your weekly long run lately? I'd suggest increasing that by 1-2 kms every week, rather than an overall sharp monthly increase.5 -
I didn't quite make my June mileage due to a busier than expected vacation week and some crazy weather, but I don't think it was an unrealistic goal. So I'm in for 40 again for July and hopefully I'll hit it this time!
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Bar any new injuries developing (knock on wood), will try to get in 90k this month.
Non distance goals
1: get into marathon training plan, hit all long runs
2: retain current level of (haphazard) cycling and strength training
3: hit the trails at least once7 -
I want to give this a try. My goal this year was to start running again. I started this month (June) and have been slowly working up. While I'm not the best at it and can't go very far yet, I was able to run (jog?) most of a mile the other day while on my 3 mile walk/run.
This may motivate me to get out there more and keep going.
So the goal I am setting myself as I am still new to running is for 30 miles in July. I'm not an everyday runner yet so I think this is achievable for me at the moment.13 -
monkeygirl08 wrote: »I want to give this a try. My goal this year was to start running again. I started this month (June) and have been slowly working up. While I'm not the best at it and can't go very far yet, I was able to run (jog?) most of a mile the other day while on my 3 mile walk/run.
This may motivate me to get out there more and keep going.
So the goal I am setting myself as I am still new to running is for 30 miles in July. I'm not an everyday runner yet so I think this is achievable for me at the moment.
Welcome, @monkeygirl08 ! Don't give it a second thought that you don't run every day. It takes years and years to do that, and even then, the jury is out if it's advisable. Rest days are very important - that's when your body heals and gets stronger.
Good luck! Are you doing Couch to 5K? That's a great way to start.1
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