October 2019 Monthly Running Challenge
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quilteryoyo wrote: »@MegaMooseEsq Sounds like a great, exhausting race! Loved the report. Except, you forgot to let us know what your finish time was. Sounds like it was probably better than expected!
Hah, minor details! I finished in 2:03:31, slower than my arbitrary two hour target, but ahead of the marathon winners (who started 40 minutes after I did), which was the only thing I’d really wanted to avoid.5 -
T1DCarnivoreRunner wrote: »RunsOnEspresso wrote: »@T1DCarnivoreRunner I don't believe there's any way to get Alexa to do anything if the phone is locked. And ok google once told me it couldn't do any commands with Stitcher since it's not it's app. I also don't know of a way to open my phone by voice. But I haven't looked into that before.
I agree about not getting Alexa to do anything with the phone locked... but it shouldn't be locked anyway. The whole point of Smartlock is to keep the phone unlocked when headphones are paired, so why should I have to swipe to unlock?! I can use Google voice commands to unlock the phone (when it is supposed to be unlocked anyway), but can't do anything besides give Google commands. IDK... I'm annoyed, so I might just find an Android forum to ask.
Ahh, I misunderstood that. I don't ise the smartlock so I can't be of help. Hopefully you get some answers.0 -
Hey all! Skimmed the posts, sounds like some fantastic runs and races this weekend, congratulations to all the PBs and AG wins!
I came first in my age group for Park Run this weekend! And 3rd woman (well of those that scanned properly). Was pretty happy with that!
Today I went out for a 5.5k run on my favourite route, no Pb or anything but enjoyed it. Now sitting on the couch with my feet up.20 -
Hi runners! It's been such a busy week for me, my head in my races and I still haven't had to catch up with everyone's posts. If I make my train (big if) I'm flying out to Manchester (for 3 days) this afternoon to see a concert (James Arthur). I'm so exhausted, I just want to stay home and chill with my family but well that would just be money down the drain, wouldn't it. No running for me this week but I'm hoping I'll finally have a few minutes of peace and quiet to catch up on this thread tonight. Hate to always be the one to post and run!13
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October Goal: 220km
01/10: 10.43
04/10: 12.14
05/10: 21.31
07/10: 10.16
08/10: 8.06
Total KM run: 62.10
@hamsterwheel6 @kgirlhart @rheddmobile @143tobe @katharmonic @Squish815 @MegaMouseEsq So many racers this weekend. Congratulations!! Fantastic job on your races. I love reading all the reports
Tonight I ran way too soon after eating way too much Chinese food...
@Avidkeo Awesome job on the park run!
@143tobe Have a great time in Manchester5 -
Hooray @MegaMooseEsq !!!
That's so hard with the pacer, especially when you don't realize they're pacing too fast, until it's too late. I've been there, and it was a disaster.1 -
@MegaMooseEsq Great job! You almost made your arbitrary target. Glad you finished ahead of the marathoners.
@Avidkeo Congratulations on your AG win!!!!0 -
WTG @MegaMooseEsq on your 10 mile race! Glad you got to meet @7lenny7 IRL!1
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MegaMooseEsq wrote: »quilteryoyo wrote: »@MegaMooseEsq Sounds like a great, exhausting race! Loved the report. Except, you forgot to let us know what your finish time was. Sounds like it was probably better than expected!
Hah, minor details! I finished in 2:03:31, slower than my arbitrary two hour target, but ahead of the marathon winners (who started 40 minutes after I did), which was the only thing I’d really wanted to avoid.
1000 people behind you! You rocked it!
Also, man @7lenny7 is tall! No wonder he is so fast, he probably only need 1/2 the number of strides of a normal person to finish a race.8 -
PastorVincent wrote: »MegaMooseEsq wrote: »quilteryoyo wrote: »@MegaMooseEsq Sounds like a great, exhausting race! Loved the report. Except, you forgot to let us know what your finish time was. Sounds like it was probably better than expected!
Hah, minor details! I finished in 2:03:31, slower than my arbitrary two hour target, but ahead of the marathon winners (who started 40 minutes after I did), which was the only thing I’d really wanted to avoid.
1000 people behind you! You rocked it!
Also, man @7lenny7 is tall! No wonder he is so fast, he probably only need 1/2 the number of strides of a normal person to finish a race.
Well, there were almost 10,000 people ahead of me, but I'll take it. I really was worried about being caught by the elite marathoners, though, so I'm super glad that didn't happen. And yeah, I'm on the shorter side (5'2") but @7lenny7 is definitely a tall dude. When I'm feeling insecure about being slow, which happens less and less often, I remind myself that I've got to take a lot more steps to go the same distance as these tall types!6 -
MegaMooseEsq wrote: »PastorVincent wrote: »MegaMooseEsq wrote: »quilteryoyo wrote: »@MegaMooseEsq Sounds like a great, exhausting race! Loved the report. Except, you forgot to let us know what your finish time was. Sounds like it was probably better than expected!
Hah, minor details! I finished in 2:03:31, slower than my arbitrary two hour target, but ahead of the marathon winners (who started 40 minutes after I did), which was the only thing I’d really wanted to avoid.
1000 people behind you! You rocked it!
Also, man @7lenny7 is tall! No wonder he is so fast, he probably only need 1/2 the number of strides of a normal person to finish a race.
Well, there were almost 10,000 people ahead of me, but I'll take it. I really was worried about being caught by the elite marathoners, though, so I'm super glad that didn't happen. And yeah, I'm on the shorter side (5'2") but @7lenny7 is definitely a tall dude. When I'm feeling insecure about being slow, which happens less and less often, I remind myself that I've got to take a lot more steps to go the same distance as these tall types!
Obviously the "7"'s in @7lenny7 are because he is 7 foot, 7 inches tall.8 -
10-1 7k slow
10-2 7k easy
10-3 rest
10-4 rest
10-5 7k moderate
10-6 7k easy
10-7 rest
10-8 7k moderate
October Total: 35k
October Goal: 135k
January Total: 131k
February Total: 159.5k
March Total: 183k
April Total: 126k
May Total: 128k
June Total: 161.5k
July Total: 151k
August Total: 133k
September Total: 135k
2019 total: 1,308k / 811m
Monthly average: 145.3k
Next year when you pop in here claiming your December 2019 mileage, what accomplishments will you have made?
Run at least 4 5k races. Completed 8-31
Get under 30:00 and a PR for 5k.
Average at least 135k per month, which would put me over 1,000 miles for the year.
Run the Year Team: Five for Nineteen - Completed 9-28
45 degrees F, sunny, and calm this morning. A beautiful day to run.
@MegaMooseEsq Great job!!!
@kirstymn I didn't think there was any such thing as too much Chinese food...
2019 Races:
4-13 Shine the Light 5K - 31:12 chip time; First Place male 65 and older
6-30 Strides for Starfish 5K - 31:34 chip time; 31/77 overall; second male 65 and older (no official category)
7-27 Solon Home Days 5K - 31:11 chip time; 95/141 overall; 4/6 age group (male)
8-31 Race for Freedom 5k - 31:39 chip time; 32:00 Garmin time; Third Place male 60 and older
9-14 Gift of Life 5k - off the schedule; insufficient recovery time
10-13 Haunted Hustle 5k7 -
@MegaMooseEsq Way to go on the 10 miler, even with the pacer issues, you managed quite well!
Nice photos too! Love seeing them2 -
T1DCarnivoreRunner wrote: »@hamsterwheel6 @RunsOnEspresso @PastorVincent
I started a thread here to see if someone smart can help solve my issue with Android lock screen and Amazon Music: https://androidforums.com/threads/how-to-turn-off-swipe.1314741/
I'll be sure to check out the thread. I use google assistant, so maybe that can't control 3rd party apps? I don't know. Hmm.0 -
October Goal: 220km
01/10: 10.43
04/10: 12.14
05/10: 21.31
07/10: 10.16
08/10: 8.06
Total KM run: 62.10
@hamsterwheel6 @kgirlhart @rheddmobile @143tobe @katharmonic @Squish815 @MegaMouseEsq So many racers this weekend. Congratulations!! Fantastic job on your races. I love reading all the reports
Tonight I ran way too soon after eating way too much Chinese food...
@Avidkeo Awesome job on the park run!
@143tobe Have a great time in Manchester
Thank-You! I'm still grinning1 -
10/1 6.5
10/2 4
10/3 3.1 and 1.5 walk
10/4 2.5 walk
10/5 Rest
10/6 6.2 Race
10/7 Rest
10/8 6.09
Today was easy run with few walk breaks - legs feeling tired after the race. It was an ok run - cool and windy which is a welcome change - except for the wind part, almost lost my hat a couple times lol.
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October goal: 100 miles
10/1: 5.75 miles
10/2: 6.27 miles
10/5: 1.01 miles warm up
3.14 miles Old Rip 5k
10/8: 6.27 miles
22.44/100 miles completed
I finally had a cool, fall morning run. I ran 6.27 miles and it was so nice. It was 48°F with no wind and the dew point was 43. I am going to have to locate my gloves though. I was perfect in shorts and a t-shirt. My arms were a little chilly, but not enough to need my sleeves, but my hands were cold. I thought they would warm up as I ran, but they did not and by the time I got home I had a hard time getting my keys to unlock the door. I have to remember that if it is under 50° I need to wear gloves. It should be nice again in the morning, but I don't think it is supposed to be quite as chilly as it was today. I do hope that it will still feel like fall though. I'm tired of the hot morning runs and I really enjoyed the crisp air this morning.
@MegaMooseEsq Great job on your 10 miler!
2019 races:
2/2/19: Catch the Groundhog Half Marathon - PR 2:15:17
5/18/19: Run for 57th AHC Half Marathon - Cancelled due to weather
10/5/19: Old Rip 5K - PR 27:27, 1st AG
2020 races:
5/16/20: Run for 57th AHC Half Marathon8 -
quilteryoyo wrote: »@Teresa502 Where are you racing on Nov 3? I don't think I'm ready for a 10 mile run, but still interested, since I live in E. TN. As for the rain, we got a total of about a half an inch. Every drop is appreciated and will help, but we need a lot more to alleviate the drought. They were calling for more tonight. Hope we get some. Dad's been feeding his cattle hay for a couple of weeks now....maybe longer. The little stream that runs through my property is almost dry, which NEVER happens. That was the main reason for the urgency in getting them moved.
It's the Cade's Cove Loop Lope in the Smoky Mountains. In the past it has sold out pretty quickly but I'm not sure about this year. They also have a limited number of parking passes which is another incentive for registering early. Otherwise, you're on one of the shuttle buses. The race takes place before the park opens so there is no traffic to contend with and you always see wildlife of some sort. You should check it out!3 -
October Goal 100 miles
October 2 – 5.18 miles
October 4 – 10.7 miles
October 7 – 4.01 miles
October 8 – 4.51 miles
The temp was 10 degrees cooler this morning which made it a glorious day to run! I normally don’t run on Tuesdays but was awake so why not. I have bootcamp after work today so we’ll see how that goes.
Congratulations @MegaMooseEsq (aka Cap’n Marvel)!
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Congratulations @MegaMooseEsq on your 10 miler. You did great!
I ran 3.01 miles with the dogs this morning. It was blustery but warm (mid-50's F). It had rained overnight so the dogs were quite sloppy after the run, and I didn't realize the temperature when I got dressed... should definitely have worn a short sleeve shirt. The tights were okay but I likely would have been more comfortable in shorts. I might just have to set up a spreadsheet with what to wear for myself, based on conditions.
Most of you have been running a lot longer than me, but ... did you notice your posture changed when you started running regularly? Or am I just weird?6
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