December 2018 Monthly Running Challenge
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Today I got to run 2.2 miles of intervals on the treadmill before work. The treadmill was done by default d/t time constraints not weather.
Goals for this month:Lift Monday, Wednesday, and Friday;run Tuesday, Thursday, Saturdays. Longer runs will be every other Saturday, as I have started back part-time at the local hospital working on opposite weekends, and will be 8-12 miles or more as the weather improves. Overall goals are to build a base for 2019 and avoid injury/sickness again.
Who inspires me to run?
I have so many inspirations for my running:My mom who is a type 2 diabetic, my dad who had heart surgery earlier this year, my wife who has had to walk with a cane or walker for the last 6 years(she's 38), and all the veteran runners on here that put one foot in front of the other and freely offer their expertise gained through experience.
ETA: @AlphaHowls , @PastorVincent , @juliet3455 , @shanaber , @garygse , @Elise4270 , @rheddmobile , @7lenny7 and everyone I fail to mention...You guys help me get out the door every morning, whether to lift or run, and get my butt in gear.12 -
12/1 = 0
According to my fitness watch, I have taken about 300 steps total today. Most of those were for a doctor visit. Stupid bronchitis ruining my running plans.... The weather is perfect right now. Dammit.
December goal miles = 150
Upcoming Races:
12/15 = Stars at Night Half
1/26/19 = Miami Tropical 5K
1/27/19 = Miami Marathon
3/10/19 = ZOOMA half
5/4/19 = Wisconsin Marathon (mittens challenge part 1)
5/5/19 = Kalamazoo Marathon (mittens challenge part 2)10 -
rheddmobile wrote: »Who inspires you, as a runner?
I am inspired by the 60/70/80 yr old that passes me at EVERY race.
I am inspired by the vet that has one real leg and one metal/Fiberglass one.
I am inspired by the servicemen and women that have all 4 limbs today that might not have them tomorrow (I love you, H and I am so proud of you)
I am inspired by my parents - they did everything wrong and have encouraged me to get it right... even if I waited half my life to change
I am inspired by my future grand kids. I want to be the funky gramma that runs 5 and 10ks with them.
I am inspired by @boehle - I wound have never signed up for a HM if she had failed.
I am inspired by Regina, my running buddy. She gets my @$$ moving on the regular.
I am inspired by me....10 -
PastorVincent wrote: »WALKING BREAKS
This came up a bunch in the November thread, and I just stumbled across this on Hal Higdon's website. (This applies to distance running - obviously a walking break in a 1 mile race is far more impactful than in a marathon)Hal Hgdon wrote:Walking Breaks: Walking is a perfectly acceptable strategy even for ultramarathon runners, and it works during training runs too. While some coaches recommend walking 1 minute out of every 10, or walking 1 minute every mile, I teach runners to walk when they come to an aid station. This serves a double function: 1) you can drink more easily while walking as opposed to running, and 2) since many other runners slow or walk through aid stations, you’ll be less likely to block those behind. It’s a good idea to follow this strategy in training as well. (You may want to use a water belt if you don’t have easy access to water on your training course.) You will lose less time walking than you think. I once ran a 2:29 marathon as a master, winning a world title, walking through every aid station. My son Kevin ran 2:18 and qualified for the Olympic Trials employing a similar strategy. And Bill Rodgers took four brief breaks (tying a shoe on one of them) while running 2:09 and winning the 1975 Boston Marathon. Walking gives your body a chance to rest, and you’ll be able to continue running more comfortably. It’s best to walk when you want to, not when your (fatigued) body forces you too.
I personaly fully agree with this advice. Obviously you want to get to the point where you can run your full race with out stopping, but that does not mean walking breaks is forbidden. Just be sensible about them.
I do this whenever I'm racing (and on training runs when I'm hydrating as well). It's a very sound strategy. Plus I wind up either choking or with nuun up my nose if I try to run and drink at the same time.
Ditto. I am not coordinated enough to chug a full (non-sippy) cup of Gatorade and run full-speed-ahead at the same time. I would be a danger to myself and others if I tried that during a race.3 -
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2/45 miles
Upcoming Hopful Races
January 5 BIRR Ultra relay. 50k. Hawaii. For @KeepRunningFatboy
March 31, 2019 A2A Undecided distance. Ardmore OK
April 28, 2019 OKC Memorial Marathon (half)
We made a spreadsheet last year for goals. I invite everyone to use it that is interested.
Here is this year's:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LUrYIXDcP_G7VWXF9p_EgcS-wd1_kVG8K8V1-LMPVJc/edit?usp=drivesdk
And one for 2019:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ROh-KoKfwMqinTkCeeeBEHg_wVLiXv02UHMp-1RT1Xk/edit?usp=drivesdk
I think it was @rusgolden that helped with the formatting. Thanks again for your help.4 -
Hey all! I'm hopping on here for the December challenge. My goal is to run 3-4 times a week this month.
As a side note, I'm looking to get my nearly 70 year old mother a fitness tracker for Christmas, preferably Garmin. I need it to be simple, water proof (she does a lot of water aerobics), and possibly less than $100. Any suggestions? I have a Garmin viviactive 3, and I like it pretty well. I don't think she needs anything quite as advanced as mine.5 -
zerlinna87 wrote: »Hey all! I'm hopping on here for the December challenge. My goal is to run 3-4 times a week this month.
As a side note, I'm looking to get my nearly 70 year old mother a fitness tracker for Christmas, preferably Garmin. I need it to be simple, water proof (she does a lot of water aerobics), and possibly less than $100. Any suggestions? I have a Garmin viviactive 3, and I like it pretty well. I don't think she needs anything quite as advanced as mine.
@zerlinna87 Vivofit is the simplest one and might be fine for her needs. Next model up is Vivosmart - might be a little over $100 though. Oh, this Vivofit 4 is on sale right now for 59.99 and this Vivosmart 3 for 69.99.2 -
katharmonic wrote: »zerlinna87 wrote: »Hey all! I'm hopping on here for the December challenge. My goal is to run 3-4 times a week this month.
As a side note, I'm looking to get my nearly 70 year old mother a fitness tracker for Christmas, preferably Garmin. I need it to be simple, water proof (she does a lot of water aerobics), and possibly less than $100. Any suggestions? I have a Garmin viviactive 3, and I like it pretty well. I don't think she needs anything quite as advanced as mine.
@zerlinna87 Vivofit is the simplest one and might be fine for her needs. Next model up is Vivosmart - might be a little over $100 though. Oh, this Vivofit 4 is on sale right now for 59.99 and this Vivosmart 3 for 69.99.
You also might consider getting her the EXACT one you have. The reason being that you know it very well so when she calls with questions you can easily answer them, looking at your own to see what she might be seeing.
Just a thought.13 -
@rheddmobile Love the story of this gentleman not giving up. Congratulations on 3rd place in our Age Group with so many runners. Most of the races I have run in the past usually only have 4 or 5 in my AG and I still don't place. LOL
I am inspired by an elderly lady who ran several races with me when I first started running about 10 years ago. (Didn't keep up with the running at the time, but that is a long story of injury and laziness.) She was in her 80's and told me that she had to quit running marathons in her 70's, but still ran lots of 5Ks. She inspired me to make my ultimate goal of running a marathon when I turn 80.
Not sure what to set as my goal for December, as I have totally failed to even come close to the ones I have set since joining this group in October. I keep letting life get in the way of my running when I am trying to make running an integral part of my life. I'll get it figured out, eventually. I'm trying to decide whether to sign up for a 5 mile race on the 15th or not. I could probably walk most of it if I do. Definitely wouldn't be trying to place, just to get out there and do it! What do you all think?5 -
Feeling sad and irritated today. Tested my leg on a short run after a whole week off only to find it's even worse than ever and I was forced to stop after 4km. No idea what I've done - when at rest, the calf seems to be the problem - very knotted, but when I'm running it's achilles pain which stops me, although I can use it without any pain doing calf raises and stretches. At the moment, sitting here six hours after my gentle jog, I can feel my calf and hip. Have booked into to see a sports physio on Wednesday and won't be running on it before then!14
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ContraryMaryMary wrote: »Feeling sad and irritated today. Tested my leg on a short run after a whole week off only to find it's even worse than ever and I was forced to stop after 4km. No idea what I've done - when at rest, the calf seems to be the problem - very knotted, but when I'm running it's achilles pain which stops me, although I can use it without any pain doing calf raises and stretches. At the moment, sitting here six hours after my gentle jog, I can feel my calf and hip. Have booked into to see a sports physio on Wednesday and won't be running on it before then!
Definitely stay off it till you see the doc. Pushing yourself now will likely make things worse
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I will probably get super lost trying to follow this but I digress... My goal for December is 70 miles. Since today is December first and a Saturday I started my morning with 6miles and a cup of coffee. 😊 ☕❤️❤️❤️10
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Zizatremor wrote: »I will probably get super lost trying to follow this but I digress... My goal for December is 70 miles. Since today is December first and a Saturday I started my morning with 6miles and a cup of coffee. 😊 ☕❤️❤️❤️
If you can run with a cup of coffee, I am beyond impressed!7 -
12/1 - 7mph for 1 hour @ 4% grade
Busy day, but did not let it go by without getting a number up on the board.
Up comming Races
Steel Challange 5k - May 2019
Pittsburgh Marathon - May 2019
Glacier Ridge 50k Trail Race - May 2019
--More as I find them - need to find a nice trail race
2021 - Disney World Dopey! (if can raise funds)
2019 GOAL: Knock a full hour off my 50k time at Glacier Ridge.4 -
Started off the month on a great foot! I treadmill’d it, but I convinced my sister to come to the gym with me and she kept me company. She hasn’t seen me run since I first started c25k 8 months ago, and she was definitely shocked at how much I improved! The funny thing is we both started c25k together but she gave up after week 2 🤷♀️
12/1: 3.1 miles
Total for December: 3.1/50 miles8 -
December goal: 60 miles
12/1: 5.11 miles
5.11/60 miles completed
I ran 5.11 miles today. It was a planned rest day, but I am going to my nephew's wedding tomorrow so I will not be able to run then. It was pretty windy, but still a nice run.
@amirahdaboss Go for it and sign up for the HM!
@quilteryoyo I also think you should sign up for the 5K on the 15th!
@ContraryMaryMary Sorry the leg is still bothering you. Good call staying off it until you see the doctor.
@rheddmobile Congrats on the AG award!
For the monthly question: I would have to say that this group inspires me as a runner. I was never very athletic. But this group is so welcoming to runners of all levels from beginners doing C25k to marathon runners and ultra marathon runners. I love how everyone is so encouraging to others and helpful with advice. I really feel like I belong.
2018 races:
5/19/18: Run for 57th AHC Half Marathon - 2:43:59.7. - 2nd place AG
10/6/18: Old Rip 5K Run - PR 29:43.5, 2nd place AG
11/10/18: Wags & Whiskers 5K - 30.05 official time - 1st place female/3rd overall5 -
zerlinna87 wrote: »Hey all! I'm hopping on here for the December challenge. My goal is to run 3-4 times a week this month.
As a side note, I'm looking to get my nearly 70 year old mother a fitness tracker for Christmas, preferably Garmin. I need it to be simple, water proof (she does a lot of water aerobics), and possibly less than $100. Any suggestions? I have a Garmin viviactive 3, and I like it pretty well. I don't think she needs anything quite as advanced as mine.
I LOVE my vivoactive 3, it's a level above a fitbit without all the bells and whistles of a more expensive Garmin0 -
ContraryMaryMary wrote: »Feeling sad and irritated today. Tested my leg on a short run after a whole week off only to find it's even worse than ever and I was forced to stop after 4km. No idea what I've done - when at rest, the calf seems to be the problem - very knotted, but when I'm running it's achilles pain which stops me, although I can use it without any pain doing calf raises and stretches. At the moment, sitting here six hours after my gentle jog, I can feel my calf and hip. Have booked into to see a sports physio on Wednesday and won't be running on it before then!
Noooo hugs! I hope the physio helps. Hopefully a good (painful) deep massage is what you née. Hugs!
PS you have to be better for the 27/28th cause I'm in Auckland, staying in St lukes area and if you are around, available and not completely overwhelmed with Christmas, I wanna go on a run with you!3 -
Carman’s Women’s Half Marathon 2018.
In my 4th Half Marathon event in 5 weeks today, I did my official HM PB!! 2:08:08.
After the previous Sunday’s beast of a HM (700m elevation), my legs were wrecked for 3 days, so I did an experiment and didn’t run for the whole week to give them proper rest. Success!!!
Love doing this event that's all women, in aid of breast cancer. Did the HM in 2016 which stood as my PB, until today.25
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