May 2019 Monthly Running Challenge
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It's time for the May 2019 Running Challenge!
WARNING: Following this thread may be addictive; it gets 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 very welcome to join in - no requirements or special invite needed. Once you post, that's it 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 help keep you accountable, to enjoy a virtual post-run coffee with your fellow runners, and to make new friends and learn a few things.
This is a continuation from the April 2019 Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10735956/april-2019-monthly-running-challenge/p1
Anyone can join in, new and old, and if you found this thread late, you can join in at any time.
We have members ranging from total beginners all the way to Boston Qualifiers and beyond. We are a friendly and encouraging bunch. You never need to be ashamed of your miles. If you are making the effort, you will find only support here.
Here are the details from last month that apply again:
Anybody want to join in for a running challenge? Set a goal here and update us every day. OPTIONAL: You can post your progress by creating a ticker at http://www.tickerfactory.com (if creating one seems difficult, or you're like me and can't be bothered, then just type in your daily miles in this thread).
You can run, walk, or do treadmill - just be consistent. Don't let the high (or low) goals of others intimidate you. Some do 25 miles, others do 50, some go higher than that, some do lower; it's entirely your goal and therefore completely up to you. We help motivate each other, so what do you say? If you're new to running, set a low goal. If you're from a part of the world where miles aren't your thing, log your distances in KMs. And if you'd rather log your progress by time rather than distance, then you're entirely free to do that as well.
Feel free to set your goal now but wait until May 1, 2019 to start logging your runs!
Also, don't forget to join our group which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/21182-monthly-running-challenges
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.
Note: we also have a group on Strava and Facebook.
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). Simply keep a running tally of what you've done this month, and interact with the others. Many folks come in here and chit-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 (sometimes even about running ). It's a very friendly bunch here so don't be afraid to say hi (even if this is your first time), talk about a recent or up-coming race, ask questions, provide answers, or just lurk-n-learn. Participation is what makes this group successful.
Not quite sure how to log your runs? Follow the examples of many other challenge members. Even take a peek at last month's thread (posted above).
*******OPTIONAL TICKER*************
Info on tickers since I know there will be questions. Sign up for an account at http://www.tickerfactory.com and create your ticker. Then you need to update it after you finish 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. Simply add the distance that you just did, and the cumulative value automatically changes. Then hit next.
After adding your new miles (or KMs) to your ticker, you need to post it here.
After you hit next, it will give you a bunch of codes suggesting 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 image (img) tags around that link. So it will look something like the following (but 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:
Use the link that ends in .png
Remember the [ img] and [ /img] tags go in between the link
Remove the spaces in the img tags before posting
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. There's no judgment, we all started somewhere. And no comparisons, except with your former self. Don't compare your Chapter 1 to somebody elses Chapter 20.
“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
WARNING: Following this thread may be addictive; it gets 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 very welcome to join in - no requirements or special invite needed. Once you post, that's it 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 help keep you accountable, to enjoy a virtual post-run coffee with your fellow runners, and to make new friends and learn a few things.
This is a continuation from the April 2019 Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10735956/april-2019-monthly-running-challenge/p1
Anyone can join in, new and old, and if you found this thread late, you can join in at any time.
We have members ranging from total beginners all the way to Boston Qualifiers and beyond. We are a friendly and encouraging bunch. You never need to be ashamed of your miles. If you are making the effort, you will find only support here.
Here are the details from last month that apply again:
Anybody want to join in for a running challenge? Set a goal here and update us every day. OPTIONAL: You can post your progress by creating a ticker at http://www.tickerfactory.com (if creating one seems difficult, or you're like me and can't be bothered, then just type in your daily miles in this thread).
You can run, walk, or do treadmill - just be consistent. Don't let the high (or low) goals of others intimidate you. Some do 25 miles, others do 50, some go higher than that, some do lower; it's entirely your goal and therefore completely up to you. We help motivate each other, so what do you say? If you're new to running, set a low goal. If you're from a part of the world where miles aren't your thing, log your distances in KMs. And if you'd rather log your progress by time rather than distance, then you're entirely free to do that as well.
Feel free to set your goal now but wait until May 1, 2019 to start logging your runs!
Also, don't forget to join our group which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/21182-monthly-running-challenges
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.
Note: we also have a group on Strava and Facebook.
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). Simply keep a running tally of what you've done this month, and interact with the others. Many folks come in here and chit-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 (sometimes even about running ). It's a very friendly bunch here so don't be afraid to say hi (even if this is your first time), talk about a recent or up-coming race, ask questions, provide answers, or just lurk-n-learn. Participation is what makes this group successful.
Not quite sure how to log your runs? Follow the examples of many other challenge members. Even take a peek at last month's thread (posted above).
*******OPTIONAL TICKER*************
Info on tickers since I know there will be questions. Sign up for an account at http://www.tickerfactory.com and create your ticker. Then you need to update it after you finish 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. Simply add the distance that you just did, and the cumulative value automatically changes. Then hit next.
After adding your new miles (or KMs) to your ticker, you need to post it here.
After you hit next, it will give you a bunch of codes suggesting 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 image (img) tags around that link. So it will look something like the following (but 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:
Use the link that ends in .png
Remember the [ img] and [ /img] tags go in between the link
Remove the spaces in the img tags before posting
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. There's no judgment, we all started somewhere. And no comparisons, except with your former self. Don't compare your Chapter 1 to somebody elses Chapter 20.
“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
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As the one who set it up I gat to be first to post my May goal! I am in for 100 miles again.
Anyone else want to join me in the 100 mile club?10 -
did poorly last month keeping up with running. hopefully, may i can find renewed commitment. i'll go for 50mi10
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Hi all. New to the group. I'm also a relatively new runner-just the past year. I will try for 40 miles. Today I did my 3.1, but I know that doesn't count for this month. I generally run three days a week. What do you all do for exercise on the days you don't run? What have you found to be the best foods to eat for running? I look forward to hearing from you.11
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I'm in for 100k and hope to heal up soon enough to exceed that goal.7
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Another 100 for me @shanaber - or 160km as we like to call it here in metric land.
I have a half scheduled on May 11 (through a vineyard so it's not a race race, more a girls' weekend away), but before that, I've been signed up for a trail relay this weekend - I think I'm supposed to do two laps, which are about 6.5km each. Hopefully the weather's good and there's not too much mud.11 -
I have two races this month a Full Marathon on May 5th and a 50k (31ish miles) Ultra Trail Race six days later, so I am expecting to come in low on miles.11
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FOR ALL YE STALKERS:
My Pittsburgh Marathon Bib # 4025
My wife's is 4933
I am sure there will be a tracking site like there is every year.
The plan is for me to finish, eat, drink and then slowly run back and find my wife. Then finish again with her. Should put me over 30 miles for the Marathon.12 -
In for a hundred or so as I work on finding my running mojo again. Will be working on more cross-training as well with lifting/TRX/yoga all in the mix.10
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Newbie here for 60. I want to run 15 miles per week12
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I'm in as always, aiming for 120k this month.8
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Not sure what my goal is going to be this month. I have a trip to FL and one to VA, so that is really going to throw my routine off! Got some planning to do before making a commitment.5
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I am still hoping for 50. Maybe May will be the month it finally happens, depends on how work goes.8
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I'm in for 70 miles again. I'm going to the Philippines for a week for my brother's wedding, so this may be a bit of a reach. My goal is to get a run or 2 in while traveling, mostly as a way to combat the jet lag.
Welcome @gwendolynmusick and @newlook19729 -
gwendolynmusick wrote: »Hi all. New to the group. I'm also a relatively new runner-just the past year. I will try for 40 miles. Today I did my 3.1, but I know that doesn't count for this month. I generally run three days a week. What do you all do for exercise on the days you don't run? What have you found to be the best foods to eat for running? I look forward to hearing from you.
I'm pretty new as well. I don't really follow a defined cross training plan, but I know cross training is important. I rock climb 3 days a week as cross training.
I'm still working out my nutrition as my mileage is increasing. It seems to vary a lot as what works for one person doesn't really work for someone else. For me, I have to eat before I run. How much to eat is part of what I am figuring out. I'm just now getting to runs long enough to even need to think about anything while I'm running.5 -
I’m excited for this challenge! Signing up for 60 miles this month.8
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What do you all do for exercise on the days you don't run? What have you found to be the best foods to eat for running?
Welcome @gwendolynmusick !
We have monthly questions! Thanks for taking the guess work out of it this month! I’d have asked something lame.. hehe. Lame I am.
On days I don’t run it’s coffee, naps, play with the cats... maybe study... oh exercise wise? Meh. I like to bike, particularly some gravel trails. I like to swim but am more likely to bike since I don’t have to get neked-ish, and sometimes it’s chilly. Food? Fitness pizza! Oh okay... I try to stick to real food, no packaged or mystery foods. (I did just eat half a pie) oh no PIE.. dh set me up. He knows I’ll eat so much pie. Ugh. He’s up to no good. I also try to find that carb level that is just enough to fuel a run, but enough to make my body work for it.
Not a Runner. I’m just trolling here 🤪 okay honestly I may be an injured runner. Or I may be a runner forced to be a cyclist.
I got on the bike trainer today, nearly 20 minutes
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I exceeded April's goal already with 137.96 miles vs. 120 goal. So I am thinking I should reach a bit further and shoot for 150 miles in May.
Races planned in May:
5/11 - Brookings Marathon (Brookings, SD)
5/26 - Med City Marathon (Rochester, MN)6 -
Excited for this challenge! Sign me up for 60 miles this month.6
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Welcome @gwendolynmusick !
We have monthly questions! Thanks for taking the guess work out of it this month! I’d have asked something lame.. hehe. Lame I am.
You are not lame, you are bionic!
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