November 2019 Monthly Running Challenge

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  • somum
    somum Posts: 72 Member
    Thank you so much @emmamcgarity! Today I tried the spin bike so cycling feels ok but it was all in the saddle and I elevated and iced using RICE method. Hoping tomorrow I can get some road work in-maybe 😊
  • somum
    somum Posts: 72 Member
    @emmamcgarity I hope you get plenty of rest as well and heal quickly! I tend to have tight hip flexors so I’m rolling and know now being off season I need to work on strength training which can help with road work and hopefully for the Shamrock prove to be an awesome race! Thanks again for all the love and support from everyone!
  • emmamcgarity
    emmamcgarity Posts: 1,594 Member
    somum wrote: »
    @emmamcgarity I hope you get plenty of rest as well and heal quickly! I tend to have tight hip flexors so I’m rolling and know now being off season I need to work on strength training which can help with road work and hopefully for the Shamrock prove to be an awesome race! Thanks again for all the love and support from everyone!
    Thanks! I’m thinking this is related to hip flexors. It’s the same side as the hip injury I had a few months back. I really need to put more effort into strength training. I’m considering training for my first half and a Shamrock race has my interest as well....
  • somum
    somum Posts: 72 Member
    Ok so this community is SUPER AWESOME! I am still trying to get thru all the posts and truly am at a lost for words of all the love and support! Merci for all your kind words! You all are a blessing and inspiration and with that I recalled on more than just my physical training on yesterday as I pushed past the pain and recalled all the words from all on this forum and in my personal life from mentors knowing I could and would finish strong!
  • somum
    somum Posts: 72 Member
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  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    somum wrote: »
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    This is so true. Running is like 90% a mental sport.
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    Found this thread a tad late. I'm trying to get back into running. I was doing really well last year until I went on vacation then stopped working out all together. I just recently learned how to run on my toes and not get horrible shin splints. I can honestly say that I now look forward to running at the gym now that I can go and not be so sore the next day. Took me a little bit to figure out and I have to work on my stamina, but I will get there :)

    Welcome!
  • shanaber
    shanaber Posts: 6,423 Member
    @samthepanda - welcome back!
  • rheddmobile
    rheddmobile Posts: 6,840 Member
    No run Sunday, my husband and I both have colds. Hoping to get a run in Monday.

    @noblsheep Congratulations on your 10k, that many people crossing the start line sounds wild!

    @ContraryMaryMary Great job on your race, those slippery rocks scare me!
  • Camaramandy648
    Camaramandy648 Posts: 711 Member
    Question for Ladies!

    Best sports bra for running that doesn't dig in but gets the job done?

    I tried to keep this question as generic as possible without too much detail since I know this is a co-ed forum. ;)
  • rheddmobile
    rheddmobile Posts: 6,840 Member
    Question for Ladies!

    Best sports bra for running that doesn't dig in but gets the job done?

    I tried to keep this question as generic as possible without too much detail since I know this is a co-ed forum. ;)

    I wear Brooks Juno. If you get them on sale from REI they aren’t as expensive. No underwire but it is really, really not going anywhere. I also tried on a bra at lululemon that I really liked which had similar design and support but was more comfortable and had a zip front.
  • eleanorhawkins
    eleanorhawkins Posts: 1,659 Member
    mbaker566 wrote: »
    sooo, i was wondering if someone would like to nag me.
    my husband used to nag me to run. now i have no one and motivation is not enough. but being a people pleaser, i would hate to disappoint someone so i'll run.
    what it would look like is i'd have a plan i'd share and if i don't run, i get nagged.
    bf refuses to nag me.
    speed demon is just as happy on the couch as on a run. cuddler is old and likes staying in more. current foster doesn't need to run. trying to put weight on her.
    long term goals, improve my mke marathon time and do the fall 50 next fall. probably find a 50k someplace inbetween.
    i like running but funk and laziness has made me not tie on my shoes.
    please :(
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    @mbaker566 as the mother of a teenager I am well practiced in the art of nagging and would be happy to nag/bully/cajole you if you think it would help!
  • Tramboman
    Tramboman Posts: 2,482 Member
    @mbaker566 I'm a little out of practice but I'll be glad to help:
    Run run run run run run run run run run!!!!!!
  • JMNagain
    JMNagain Posts: 121 Member
    Seconded for decathlon - cheap, do the job, last for ages! (Actually thinking about it mine might be 8 years old...)
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    Question for Ladies!

    Best sports bra for running that doesn't dig in but gets the job done?

    I tried to keep this question as generic as possible without too much detail since I know this is a co-ed forum. ;)

    I like Oiselle, Brooks, and Under Armour. Old Navy also has some that are similar to the UA ones and more affordable. Although I think this is one area, like shoes, that it's best to find what works for you and maybe spend a bit more to get the best for you.
  • polskagirl01
    polskagirl01 Posts: 2,024 Member
    edited November 2019
    Question for Ladies!

    Best sports bra for running that doesn't dig in but gets the job done?

    I tried to keep this question as generic as possible without too much detail since I know this is a co-ed forum. ;)

    Also check out the discussion thread on this topic over in the Monthly Running Challenges group. I can't see how to link right to it from my phone, maybe someone else knows how?
    I just commented on it to hopefully bump it up the list.
  • Teresa502
    Teresa502 Posts: 1,869 Member
    November Goal – 100 miles

    Nov 2 – 5 miles
    Nov 3 – 10 miles for @MobyCarp
    Nov 4 – 5 miles
    Nov 6 – 5.16 miles
    Nov 7 – 5.18 miles
    Nov 8 – 3.30 miles
    Nov 9 – 10.42 miles
    Nov 11 – 5.26 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 1
    Nov 12 – 3.30 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 2
    Nov 13 – 3.20 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 3
    Nov 14 – 3.21 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 4
    Nov 15 – 6.50 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 5
    Nov 16 – 3.22 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 6
    Nov 17 – 3.20 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 7
    Nov 18 – 5.14 miles – Hug a Runner 5K challenge – Day 8

    Monthly Total – 77.09 miles
    YTD – 1,033.79 miles

    A nice 39F for this morning's run!

    @somum – I’m so sorry about your ankle and your race! So proud of you for finishing the race and not giving up!

    @rheddmobile – Hope you’re cold is gone soon and your leg spasms disappear just as quickly!

    @noblsheep – Congratulations on your 10K race!

    @ContraryMaryMary – Sounds like a really tough course. Congratulations!
    @samthepanda – You can do it! Commit to a plan and hold yourself accountable through posting here!

    @emmamcgarity – so glad you are being wise and waiting until your thigh/groin is 100% better. Per @MobyCarp you should then give it another day!