December 2018 Monthly Running Challenge
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So have I complained about running in new shoes lately? Oh. probably not since it has been <cough><sputter> months since I have put on new shoes.
Ran 12.1 miles in the brand new shoes and ugh they are so stiff and padded. I can not feel the ground anymore! *grumble* It will be weeks probably before I pound them into some semblance of usable.8 -
So Strava thinks I am at 1,913 miles for the year. So using some very fancy extreme math that means I need to hit at least 105 miles I will have 2018 for the year. I think I can pull that off. Heck, if I could get some time off work, I could get that done next week... not going to happen though!
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I've been absent for a week or so as the calf cramp I had in my off-road half turned out to be a little more serious and I've been doing preventative exercises in lieu of running (I don't want to risk tendonitis). I have strained my calf and have a knot in the muscle the size of a golf ball which I'm slowly trying to untangle. Every time I run it seizes up, my achilles complains and my hip seizes, so with some physiotherapy along with osteopathic care and massage (and self-trigger point massage), I am seeing progress. I've pulled out of next weekend's relay marathon as it's off-road and with the wet weather we've had, it'll be super slippery and the risk of further damaging it is too great, and also, as a team event, I had to allow time for a replacement runner to be found to take my place. I haven't run in nearly a week, but will test it out tomorrow with a gentle 8km.
Anyway, all things going to plan, I can hopefully do 100km this month, maybe more, but it's hard with the holidays and (dare I say it) the heat and humidity!!
Running challenge
1 Dec, Yoga (and Christmas parade)
0 of 100km for December.
Upcoming events
Jan 20, Albany Lakes Summer Series 10k
Feb 24, Albany Lakes Summer Series 10k
Mar 3, Rotorua Off Road Half Marathon or possibly 10k
Mar 9, Riverhead Rampage, 10k
Mar 24, Albany Lakes Summer Series 10k
Apr 21, Auckland Run Series 10k
May 11, St Clair Vineyard Half Marathon
Jun 2, Auckland Run Series 10k
Jun 23, Auckland Run Series 10k
Jun 30, Xterra Trail Run, Waiuku Forest, 12km
Jul 14, Auckland Run Series 10k
Jul 21 Xterra Trail Run, Totara Park, 12km
Aug 4, Auckland Run Series Half
Aug 24, Mount Maunganui Half Marathon
Oct 20, Auckland Half Marathon12 -
rheddmobile wrote: »Did we get an end of the month question this month? Because if no one else has one, I have one.
Who inspires you, as a runner?
Great question! I hadn't thought of one yet. Love the local guy inspiring you!!!2 -
PastorVincent wrote: »So have I complained about running in new shoes lately? Oh. probably not since it has been <cough><sputter> months since I have put on new shoes.
Ran 12.1 miles in the brand new shoes and ugh they are so stiff and padded. I can not feel the ground anymore! *grumble* It will be weeks probably before I pound them into some semblance of usable.
@PastorVincent - This is why I run in less cushioned 0 drop shoes! They have no issue out of the box.
Ok so on @rheddmobile's question... my trainer inspires me but really I do think it is so many here (@elise4270, @LaDispute57 and others who overcome so much to just try to run) and some who aren't part of the challenge any longer who have run against all odds just because they love it and the sense of freedom it gives them.6 -
rheddmobile wrote: »Did we get an end of the month question this month? Because if no one else has one, I have one.
Who inspires you, as a runner?
As a runner I get inspiration from a retired lady who is a power walker. She lives in the nearest city to me that hosts a lot of events by differant groups so we end up at events together.
At most of these events the walkers start 30 minutes ahead of the runners, this allows them to spread out on the course so they don't block other athletes and finish between the Fastest 5/10k runners and HM runners. At my first event I remember coming around a corner and seeing this lady cruising along and disappearing around a corner in the trail ahead of me. As a runner I foolishly thought I would catch up to her pretty fast.
NOT - It was amazing to realize how fast she was able to cruise along - I learned a valuable lesson and respect for anyone out hitting the trails, whether just a fun walk with the family or taking part in an organized event.
Also inspired by the long timers in this group who always reach out with support to the people just joining up with a lot of questions/concerns that we as a group answer based on our experience.10 -
eleanorhawkins wrote: »@Avidkeo @Tramboman @kgirlhart and everyone else thanks for the encouragement! I have a feeling I'll be even worse next week, but luckily (for you all at least lol) I'm taking a couple of days' break in the countryside to hopefully catch up on some sleep and relax beforehand, and as I can't access the forum from my phone (long story, Spanish app sends me to Spanish forums) you won't have to put up with my rambling doubts ;-) Plan is to head out there Wednesday afternoon, come home on Saturday morning switch cases head for the city hit the race expo pick up pack look at the Xmas lights stay in hotel try to sleep run/walk all the miles eat all the doughnuts. Then maybe take a shower
@eleanorhawkins I just noticed yesterday you can change languages. Maybe this might help? Have a great time!
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amirahdaboss wrote: »I think I’m gonna keep my goal of 50 miles again for this month. I’m gonna aim for 55-60 miles, but the first half of December is gonna be finals and tons of stress so I guess I’ll have to see how it goes. The good news is my winter break lasts all the way until the end of January so I’m gonna run lots!
I’m debating signing up for my first HM at the end of March. I want to take that leap and sign up but I’m scared i won’t be ready. The furthest I’ve ever run is 6.5 miles and I do find myself walking still when it gets tough. Do you think 16 weeks is manageable? My family thinks I’m nuts so they aren’t really any help
@amirahdaboss Go for it! The end of March would mean starting a 12-week training plan in January, which works for your schedule. I hadn't run more than 5 miles at once when I signed up for mine and I walk for one minute out of every 10 on purpose! Have a look at beginner or novice training plans that aim to get you prepared to finish injury free and without a time goal rather than something too intense for your level. I've followed Hal Higdon's Novice 1 and while at times I feel it is rather low mileage I think (hope! Tell you soon! lol) it has done its job.
My family thinks I'm nuts too, but we have an amazingly supportive second family here who are all the best!
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12/1 - run 9.1k
12/2 - planned rest day
Not going to complain. I got it done
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First month back to the challenge since April I think, I have been very ill this year with severe anemia and then (unrelated) jaw surgery so not been able to commit to this.
This month Im aiming for 90 Miles as that is what I need for 1000 for the year.
So far:
1/12 - 5.5
Total - 5.5/90 Miles15 -
PastorVincent wrote: »So have I complained about running in new shoes lately? Oh. probably not since it has been <cough><sputter> months since I have put on new shoes.
Ran 12.1 miles in the brand new shoes and ugh they are so stiff and padded. I can not feel the ground anymore! *grumble* It will be weeks probably before I pound them into some semblance of usable.
@PastorVincent - This is why I run in less cushioned 0 drop shoes! They have no issue out of the box.
My trail shoes are 0 drop. I am probably going to switch to 0 drop for road next time I buy, but I bought these shoes back in July - or thereabouts - during Amazon's big sale. So will wear them down first probably. Especially given how broke I am this time of year. 0 -
**creeps in**
Hello! I’ve been MIA for almost a month now due to mostly laziness and a few migraines. I don’t have much excuse though. I know I feel blah lately since I haven’t been running, so I’m making December a priority.
I’ll be in the UK for a little over a week at the end of the month, and while I hope to get in some runs there, I am going to set a small goal of 20 miles for the month. I hope to pick up significantly in January as I begin training for an April half.10 -
12-1 7k easy
December Total: 7k
December Goal: 150k
Another great day for a run and a good way to start out December.6 -
Ok so on @rheddmobile's question... my trainer inspires me but really I do think it is so many here (@elise4270, @LaDispute57 and others who overcome so much to just try to run) and some who aren't part of the challenge any longer who have run against all odds just because they love it and the sense of freedom it gives them.
Haha! That's sweet. But think I just dont know when to give up! I do plan on being 85 and winning my AG. The way we're (humans) going, I'll have plenty of company
in my age bracket.
who inspires me?
When i started here, it was absolutely the participants. They were trail blazers to me. Of course @shanaber @skippygirlsmom and @Stoshew71 and @WhatMeRunning (miss ya chris). And @ddmom0811 @7lenny7... and so on (so so many others!) There were so many willing to offer support in those early months of tackling that mile!
Of course lone wolf with his enduring wit and hip replacements gave me hope. I too would give the situation a middle finger.
Then i migrated to Kara Goucher, Shalene, Desi, and all the female running greats! And the Iron Nun.
So to sum it up.... My inspiration comes form anyone that gets out there and puts one foot in front of the other. @garygse and others make it look easy. I appreciate their efforts too as a reminder of what the human body is capable of doing. Heck my DNA and your dna are so similar that we are one. Your steps lead my steps. I love you all for it.13 -
Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
12/01/18 :::: 7.7 :::: 7.7
First December run done! It was a pretty nice morning with temps above freezing for a change. Snow/ice/mud on the trails meant that we had to stick to the roads in the park though - which means lots of hills. This is the first time doing much of that in a long while so I found it challenging. Fun run though catching up with a lot of our pack of friends.
I'm going to set a goal of 100 miles for December, rather arbitrarily. Next Saturday I have a 5k that I'm looking forward to. I think I'll also start back with regular group speedwork on Monday, although I've been enjoying the time off from it. I can tell from today's run that I haven't been doing that.
Upcoming races:
12/8/2018 It's a Wonderful Run 5k, Seneca Falls, NY
1/13/2019 Chilly Chili 5k, Cazenovia, NY
2/24/2019 Lake Effect Half Marathon, Syracuse NY
3/10/2019 Greek Peak Winter Sprint Spartan Race, Cortland NY
5/5/2019 Mountain Goat Run (10 mile), Syracuse NY
6/2/2019 Niagara Falls Women's Half Marathon, Niagara Falls, ON
Need to find an April race to fit in there.
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marisap2010 wrote: »**creeps in**
Hello! I’ve been MIA for almost a month now due to mostly laziness and a few migraines. I don’t have much excuse though. I know I feel blah lately since I haven’t been running, so I’m making December a priority.
I’ll be in the UK for a little over a week at the end of the month, and while I hope to get in some runs there, I am going to set a small goal of 20 miles for the month. I hope to pick up significantly in January as I begin training for an April half.
Where abouts in UK are you going to be?0 -
Yesterday and today are rest days. I avoided the rain this morning and rode a slow, easy 10 miles on our indoor recumbent bike. Hoping the rain will let up and we can do a dry walk with the dogs outside later...2
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My trail run was cancelled due to weather. It was FLOODING here this morning. I guess they cancelled due to liability. They did keep the after party
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I got first in age group for my wine drinking abilities 🤣🤣🤣20 -
AG placing at St Jude Marathon weekend 5k - 3rd of 236 in my AG, 4k runners total. I lined up at the start next to the lady who took either first or second in my AG, she took her shirt off before the start and her rippling abs were astonishing! Like Wonder Woman with gray hair. Race report to follow, Korean food first.16
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