October 2019 Monthly Running Challenge
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polskagirl01 wrote: »Camaramandy648 wrote: »I'm in!
I am joining the life group at church for accountability and running. I'm so excited! And my new shoes will be here TOMORROW!
Your church has a running group?!? That sounds awesome.
Well kinda - they have a life group started by a couple of ladies that are training for their first 5K. So I joined because it will hold me accountable and we have at least one thing in common.
But yes, so awesome! 6 -
My new shoes came yesterday and I could NOT WAIT to take off in them! I promised myself and explained to the kids that after dinner, I would be gone for not more than thirty minutes, just to run. I didn't think I'd make it out the door. Stuff kept happening, life is demanding, things kept getting in the way, but I DID IT and IT. WAS. GLORIOUS. Gorgeous Fall evening - Perfect! The only thing I'd do (and will do) differently is add some reflective clothing and maybe some lighting and maybe a running belt. Other than that, it was so great! And while my pace wasn't amazing, it wasn't near as bad as I thought it would be!9
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Some race photos. In the group photo my husband is #639 in the grey shirt with the grey hair. He I'm a few people behind him #640. The photo of me alone was taken less than a mile from the finish.
Thanks everyone! And I think my husband officially has the running bug now. He spent all day looking up marathon training plans, watching running tips and videos on youtube, and trying to figure out what shoes he needs to buy if running a city marathon. I'm so happy. Before the half he was feeling so discouraged because he wasn't able to get very many long runs in and his goal for the half was just to finish it. Fingers crossed, but I see a full marathon about a year into our future. And I think he's going to be taking the kids to see my 5K in Frankfurt. Fingers super crossed.
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No run yesterday, did two hours of volleyball instead. It was a company picnic and a group of people started a game and called me and my wife to join them. Since that was better than attempting and falling small talk I went over and of course, my wife joined me. All of our endurance training really paid off as people kept dropping out of the game (temp was in the 90s) too tried to continue and others rotated in to replace them. My wife and I were on the field for every single game and never rotated off.
When the last game finally ended, we left, which was far better than rejoining the small talk game.
No run today, have company over. Hope to get a longish run in tomorrow. We will see.
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Camaramandy648 wrote: »My new shoes came yesterday and I could NOT WAIT to take off in them! I promised myself and explained to the kids that after dinner, I would be gone for not more than thirty minutes, just to run. I didn't think I'd make it out the door. Stuff kept happening, life is demanding, things kept getting in the way, but I DID IT and IT. WAS. GLORIOUS. Gorgeous Fall evening - Perfect! The only thing I'd do (and will do) differently is add some reflective clothing and maybe some lighting and maybe a running belt. Other than that, it was so great! And while my pace wasn't amazing, it wasn't near as bad as I thought it would be!
I just bought Nox Gear Tracer 360. I have seen it on other runners and plan to use it as sunset is about to get a whole lot earlier (only a few weeks till we move the clocks again here). In the past, I have used belts, and arm flashy things, but this is so much easier to see in the dark.
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PastorVincent wrote: »
I beat my previous PR by almost 9 minutes (2:26:44)! My average pace went from an 11:10 minute mile to a 10:20 minute mile. In just two weeks! And on a course that was twice as hard. I'm sorry, I hope you all don't think I'm gloating but I am SO proud of myself.
Well done! And great work rescuing your husband!
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girlinahat wrote: »polskagirl01 wrote: »Is the marathon distance in decline? Interesting read from the local paper ahead of Sunday's Twin Cities Marathon. Some of the comments are really idiotic.
http://www.startribune.com/twin-cities-marathon-has-a-defining-distance-of-road-racing-hit-the-wall/562099202/
Does this mean I might have a chance at placing in my AG if I just keep going?
Marathons are hard. The commitment and training required really don't compare to preparing for a half. And yet, a half marathon is still a huge accomplishment! So I don't blame people for choosing shorter distances, and it's also my favorite race distance.
I dearly want to run an Ultra, but my recent marathon experience showed me that I need to go right back to basics, get some speed and consistency up, and focus on 10k races next year. I have a mental hurdle with that, as it almost doesn't seem worth getting out of bed for a 10k race. BUT marathon training takes so much time. I really want to be able to just run 20miles whenever I feel like it, but for me that's a day out of my weekend.
I'm trying to change my mindset that 10k is fine. I have a new challenger on the block - my sister, who took up running recently, who only finished chemo/radiotherapy back in June, has just done a 5k in under 30 minutes. And she's seven years older than me. this is war.
This time last year I thought I would build up and run a marathon. Then I looked at the training plan, and decided I don't feel the need to do a full. I no longer feel the need to to a half, though I would LIKE to one day. The length of time for training runs was just too much of a commitment for me in this phase of life - two young children.
I wonder if that's why so many over 35 take up marathon running, the kids are teenagers so they have the time to get out for 2+ hrs for a run. I had my kids in my 30s, so watch this space when I'm 45 haha
I may be the rarity. I have a 16 year old cross country runner, a 12 year old, and a 17 month old and I am 43! They're spaced out; I had one in my 20's, one in my 30's, and one in my 40's. I am busy as hell with all their activities and I usually run with my 17 month old but my reason for the marathon is, more than anything, just to lead by example. I only wanted to do a half; my husband convinced me I could run a full. My sister in law has three small kids, though, and runs marathons. Three small kids and no excuses not to run marathons. I think she likes them seeing mommy run marathons. She's mid 30's.7 -
I'm following all the trail run talk. Austin Marathon is a trail run and from what I've been told, this will be a rude awakening. Up winding hills and over rocks, huh? At least I have nothing better to compare it to...2
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PastorVincent wrote: »Camaramandy648 wrote: »My new shoes came yesterday and I could NOT WAIT to take off in them! I promised myself and explained to the kids that after dinner, I would be gone for not more than thirty minutes, just to run. I didn't think I'd make it out the door. Stuff kept happening, life is demanding, things kept getting in the way, but I DID IT and IT. WAS. GLORIOUS. Gorgeous Fall evening - Perfect! The only thing I'd do (and will do) differently is add some reflective clothing and maybe some lighting and maybe a running belt. Other than that, it was so great! And while my pace wasn't amazing, it wasn't near as bad as I thought it would be!
I just bought Nox Gear Tracer 360. I have seen it on other runners and plan to use it as sunset is about to get a whole lot earlier (only a few weeks till we move the clocks again here). In the past, I have used belts, and arm flashy things, but this is so much easier to see in the dark.
Review when you've had a go. I keep looking at getting one. Fortunately I can now put it off for 6 months now but be keen to hear what you think.0 -
girlinahat wrote: »polskagirl01 wrote: »Is the marathon distance in decline? Interesting read from the local paper ahead of Sunday's Twin Cities Marathon. Some of the comments are really idiotic.
http://www.startribune.com/twin-cities-marathon-has-a-defining-distance-of-road-racing-hit-the-wall/562099202/
Does this mean I might have a chance at placing in my AG if I just keep going?
Marathons are hard. The commitment and training required really don't compare to preparing for a half. And yet, a half marathon is still a huge accomplishment! So I don't blame people for choosing shorter distances, and it's also my favorite race distance.
I dearly want to run an Ultra, but my recent marathon experience showed me that I need to go right back to basics, get some speed and consistency up, and focus on 10k races next year. I have a mental hurdle with that, as it almost doesn't seem worth getting out of bed for a 10k race. BUT marathon training takes so much time. I really want to be able to just run 20miles whenever I feel like it, but for me that's a day out of my weekend.
I'm trying to change my mindset that 10k is fine. I have a new challenger on the block - my sister, who took up running recently, who only finished chemo/radiotherapy back in June, has just done a 5k in under 30 minutes. And she's seven years older than me. this is war.
This time last year I thought I would build up and run a marathon. Then I looked at the training plan, and decided I don't feel the need to do a full. I no longer feel the need to to a half, though I would LIKE to one day. The length of time for training runs was just too much of a commitment for me in this phase of life - two young children.
I wonder if that's why so many over 35 take up marathon running, the kids are teenagers so they have the time to get out for 2+ hrs for a run. I had my kids in my 30s, so watch this space when I'm 45 haha
I may be the rarity. I have a 16 year old cross country runner, a 12 year old, and a 17 month old and I am 43! They're spaced out; I had one in my 20's, one in my 30's, and one in my 40's. I am busy as hell with all their activities and I usually run with my 17 month old but my reason for the marathon is, more than anything, just to lead by example. I only wanted to do a half; my husband convinced me I could run a full. My sister in law has three small kids, though, and runs marathons. Three small kids and no excuses not to run marathons. I think she likes them seeing mommy run marathons. She's mid 30's.
Well that's my excuse blown to smithereens bahaha. Well done, that's amazing! I'm always amazed by the parents who get out there with strollers and the like. I did one 10k pushing a stroller once. Was a pita.1 -
10/1 - recovery
10/2 - 3.1
10/3 - rest
10/4 - 2.21
5.31 / 45 miles completed
Forgot to use my inhaler before running - which really was a bad idea considering the cold air... Took 3/4 mile before I felt like me again then simply ran out of time and had to stop... Apparently the asthma didn't hold me back as much as I thought while running - I almost PR'd on the second mile! I must've been fueled by aggravation :-)
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I’ll go for ten miles8
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Congrats on your race @143tobe! Great job on the PR on a mostly uphill course. Impressive!
On the topic of doing marathons or longer - I am pretty sure I won't do another marathon. I am happy and amazed that I accomplished one and it proved to me a lot about being capable of more than I think. I don't know that I want to commit to training for one again, and the mental game of trying to keep on pace for that long just about did me in.
That said, I'd consider doing a trail marathon or an ultra, possibly. Doing a Spartan race for 7 1/2 hours was better to me than doing a road marathon in less than 5. The different pace and mindset was much easier on me even though I was definitely more tired and beaten up in the Spartan. I'm even rethinking doing half marathon road races right now, but we'll see how the upcoming ones go.
Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
10/01/19 :::: 4.8 :::: 4.8
10/02/19 :::: 3.0 :::: 7.8
10/03/19 :::: 0.0 :::: 7.8
10/04/19 :::: 3.1 :::: 10.8
Today was a treadmill warmup run before strength training again. I slept terribly last night so didn't get up as early as intended. And usually my Garmin pace/miles are faster than the treadmill miles but today it was lagging behind. Even though I kept punching up the speed a little, it seemed like my pace was not being recorded any faster. I swear that particular treadmill is in some black hole location which throws everything off. Ah well, a run was done.
Strength training was upper body and core/whole body work. It was a good workout, but I pinched my middle finger between dumbbells putting them back on the rack. Ouch.
It's supposed to be only 35 degrees F in the morning at run time. Not even sure how to dress for this!7 -
PastorVincent wrote: »Camaramandy648 wrote: »My new shoes came yesterday and I could NOT WAIT to take off in them! I promised myself and explained to the kids that after dinner, I would be gone for not more than thirty minutes, just to run. I didn't think I'd make it out the door. Stuff kept happening, life is demanding, things kept getting in the way, but I DID IT and IT. WAS. GLORIOUS. Gorgeous Fall evening - Perfect! The only thing I'd do (and will do) differently is add some reflective clothing and maybe some lighting and maybe a running belt. Other than that, it was so great! And while my pace wasn't amazing, it wasn't near as bad as I thought it would be!
I just bought Nox Gear Tracer 360. I have seen it on other runners and plan to use it as sunset is about to get a whole lot earlier (only a few weeks till we move the clocks again here). In the past, I have used belts, and arm flashy things, but this is so much easier to see in the dark.
Review when you've had a go. I keep looking at getting one. Fortunately I can now put it off for 6 months now but be keen to hear what you think.
I will. Watch for it posted to the FB group since I am not allowed to link to my reviews here. I did recently review the Trekz headphones but right now I am not sure if I remembered to post it to the FB group.
It probably be a while as I like to use things for a bit before commenting and right now it is just sitting on my desk.1 -
PastorVincent wrote: »Camaramandy648 wrote: »My new shoes came yesterday and I could NOT WAIT to take off in them! I promised myself and explained to the kids that after dinner, I would be gone for not more than thirty minutes, just to run. I didn't think I'd make it out the door. Stuff kept happening, life is demanding, things kept getting in the way, but I DID IT and IT. WAS. GLORIOUS. Gorgeous Fall evening - Perfect! The only thing I'd do (and will do) differently is add some reflective clothing and maybe some lighting and maybe a running belt. Other than that, it was so great! And while my pace wasn't amazing, it wasn't near as bad as I thought it would be!
I just bought Nox Gear Tracer 360. I have seen it on other runners and plan to use it as sunset is about to get a whole lot earlier (only a few weeks till we move the clocks again here). In the past, I have used belts, and arm flashy things, but this is so much easier to see in the dark.
Review when you've had a go. I keep looking at getting one. Fortunately I can now put it off for 6 months now but be keen to hear what you think.
I have one, as well as the Light Hound for my dogs. My neighbor once commented he saw us coming from a long way. So many people have said something... even a lady driving by rolled down her window to ask where I got them. I run (and walk) my dogs around 5am and in the winter I absolutely love having them.3 -
PastorVincent wrote: »PastorVincent wrote: »Camaramandy648 wrote: »My new shoes came yesterday and I could NOT WAIT to take off in them! I promised myself and explained to the kids that after dinner, I would be gone for not more than thirty minutes, just to run. I didn't think I'd make it out the door. Stuff kept happening, life is demanding, things kept getting in the way, but I DID IT and IT. WAS. GLORIOUS. Gorgeous Fall evening - Perfect! The only thing I'd do (and will do) differently is add some reflective clothing and maybe some lighting and maybe a running belt. Other than that, it was so great! And while my pace wasn't amazing, it wasn't near as bad as I thought it would be!
I just bought Nox Gear Tracer 360. I have seen it on other runners and plan to use it as sunset is about to get a whole lot earlier (only a few weeks till we move the clocks again here). In the past, I have used belts, and arm flashy things, but this is so much easier to see in the dark.
Review when you've had a go. I keep looking at getting one. Fortunately I can now put it off for 6 months now but be keen to hear what you think.
I will. Watch for it posted to the FB group since I am not allowed to link to my reviews here. I did recently review the Trekz headphones but right now I am not sure if I remembered to post it to the FB group.
It probably be a while as I like to use things for a bit before commenting and right now it is just sitting on my desk.
Hey thanks for mentioning your other review. You posted it earlier and I mean to watch it, though I already have the headphones. I'm curious what you think of them.0 -
PastorVincent wrote: »Watch for it posted to the FB group since I am not allowed to link to my reviews here. I did recently review the Trekz headphones but right now I am not sure if I remembered to post it to the FB group.
I would like to read your reviews, and I am not on FB.
Could you copy and paste the from to an MFP blog entry...you can like those fully here to us. Somehoy, or another, i woild like to read them.
Thank you
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chris_in_cal wrote: »PastorVincent wrote: »Watch for it posted to the FB group since I am not allowed to link to my reviews here. I did recently review the Trekz headphones but right now I am not sure if I remembered to post it to the FB group.
I would like to read your reviews, and I am not on FB.
Could you copy and paste the from to an MFP blog entry...you can like those fully here to us. Somehoy, or another, i woild like to read them.
Thank you
@chris_in_cal here's a video review of those I saw recently. I can't recall where I saw it posted though.
https://youtu.be/F0P94t6CRjc
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@143tobe I just finished reading your race report and I am smiling ear to ear! Never worry about appearing like6you are bragging here. We are here to share in your joys and successes and support you when things are not so joyful or successful.
I love reading your report and how your emotions evolved from registration to race finish and your pride (and your attitude) in your and your husband's accomplishments was the best part! Congratulations to both of you!10
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