April 2020 Monthly Running Challenge
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@Tramboman no doubt! We have a really cool cupcake shop here called Bliss - everything is done in-house and is gluten free (maybe even dairy free but probably not) and I miss it so much. It's definitely not an essential business lol, but in my heart, it is essential. @Avidkeo's cake reminds me of this place. I can't wait to be able to take my kids there again!0 -
quilteryoyo wrote: »
Hahaha. That literally made me laugh out loud! Thanks. I needed that this morning.PastorVincent wrote: »It is right up there with "uh oh" and "that does not look good." But still better than "oops"
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4-1 7k easy
4-2 7k easy
4-3 8k slow
4-4 7k moderate
4-5 7k moderate
4-6 7k easy
4-7 rest
4-8 7k moderate
4-9 7k easy
4-10 7k easy
4-11 7k easy
4-12 7k moderate
4-13 7k easy
4-14 rest
4-15 7k moderate
4-16 11k slow
4-17 7k moderate
4-18 7k easy
4-19 7k threshold
4-20 7k easy
April Total: 131k
April Goal: 170k
January Total: 161k
February Total: 167k
March Total: 181k
2020 Total through March: 509k
Sunny and mid 30s F today, so back into winter gear. Just cruised along at a pace between easy and moderate and enjoyed the sunshine.
To add to the heart rate discussion, I know when I eat salty foods, my blood pressure and heart rate both go up. And crazily enough, @Avidkeo, I looked at my numbers after you posted yours - my average heart rate over the same period is EXACTLY 16 beats higher than yours - both the resting rate and the high rate. Strange...
When you pop in here claiming your December 2020 mileage, what accomplishments will you have made?
Return to a good running weight of 175 lbs
Run at least 4 5k races
Get a 5k PR
Average at least 138k per month, to meet my Run the Year pledge of 1,020 miles
Stretch goal: If I can average 169k per month, I can run 2020K in 2020
Run the Year Team: Pavement Pounders
2020 races:
5-23 Race for the Parks 5k, Hudson OH
6-20 Freedom Run 5k, Aurora, OH5 -
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quilteryoyo wrote: »
they were wood violets were are wisconsin's state flower. the whole area was purple. and it was beautiful2 -
All right. I need your insight and input.
I should NOT run the marathon distance this weekend because
1. I fell off the training wagon and have just been running virtual races since everything's been postponed
2. The farthest I have ever run is 18 miles
3. I have been struggling with pain SO much lately and I'm just getting back into the "no pain," zone. Still pretty sore today, but the knee isn't hurting - or at least, nothing is hurting as bad as it was.
4. I have not properly tapered (see item 1)
5. The marathon could just be postponed, in which case, I'll need to hop back onto the training wagon and get back into gear for that. Since I don't know when that might be, it would really suck to accidentally run two marathons very close together and risk further/ worse injury.
So having said all that. I need to choose virtual race distances this week. On any given day I can easily knock out a 5k. For this weekend/ long run, though. Do I go for a half marathon or marathon. Or do I use it as rest and just do like maybe a 15k....
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Camaramandy648 wrote: »All right. I need your insight and input.
I should NOT run the marathon distance this weekend because
1. I fell off the training wagon and have just been running virtual races since everything's been postponed
2. The farthest I have ever run is 18 miles
3. I have been struggling with pain SO much lately and I'm just getting back into the "no pain," zone. Still pretty sore today, but the knee isn't hurting - or at least, nothing is hurting as bad as it was.
4. I have not properly tapered (see item 1)
5. The marathon could just be postponed, in which case, I'll need to hop back onto the training wagon and get back into gear for that. Since I don't know when that might be, it would really suck to accidentally run two marathons very close together and risk further/ worse injury.
So having said all that. I need to choose virtual race distances this week. On any given day I can easily knock out a 5k. For this weekend/ long run, though. Do I go for a half marathon or marathon. Or do I use it as rest and just do like maybe a 15k....
decisions, decisions....
We HEAR our bodies every day. But when we LISTEN to our bodies, they can give us some insight on how best to proceed. I specialize in comic relief, so insight is pretty foreign to me.4 -
@Camaramandy648 I would recommend to *not* run the marathon distance in that situation, specifically the just getting back into pain-free running. That said, I recognize it's an exercise in futility to tell a runner they should run less. I can't say for certain if I would follow my own advice.
Had what felt like a terrible run yesterday. There was no "go" in my legs and the entire thing felt like the last few miles of a long run, despite just doing just about thirteen miles. Got back and saw that I'd set a PR for several segments of the route (one I run regularly), so I guess that's good news for my marathon training overall? Gonna try my best to focus on nutrients and sleep this week, as I'm about to start long running for real this weekend and I'd rather not have another afternoon like yesterday, despite the fast time.
4/1: 7.75m
4/2: 4m
4/3: 2.5m
4/4: 7.25m
4/5: 13.5m
4/6: 1.25m
4/8: 7m
4/9: 4m
4/10: 3.75m
4/11: 7.5m
4/12: 15.25m
4/13: 1.5m
4/14: 4m
4/15: 5m
4/16: 4m
4/17: 1.5m
4/18: 3.5m
4/19: 12.75m6 -
@Elise4270 Yes it very well could be the increase in carb intake. And despite the increased running, other activity has decreased some what. I'm going to keep better track
@shanaber That could be it. I have increased my running the past few months and I have increased my calories, but now that I look at it, you might be right that what I have increased in eating is not enough? I have high calorie days on my long run days, but apart from that I'm usually at 12-1500 depending on the day. Could it be I'm not eating enough? Oh yes I would be terrified to eat more and gain. Eek. But it worked for you...so maybe...
@Camaramandy648 Seems like the consensus is to eat enough. I need to be more precise on logging. Good running!!!!! I would not run the marathon, but see how you feel Maybe try and get a HM pr? That could be a goal.
@Avidkeo Love the cake!!
Did go for a bike ride yesterday, which was good. Had a televisit with my sports doc. We decided another shot was in order - so Wed I'll go in for it.
Today is scheduled rest day which I will do, and tomorrow probably bike again(don't know if I will be able to or should run) so I can at least get some exercise in.
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@hamsterwheel6 oooooo I had not thought of that! I know I can finish a HM in about 2 and a half hours, but I have only done that one time. I could try for that!
@janejellyroll You are killing it this month! Also - what you said about your legs being "no-go:" That's how my left leg feels right at the beginning of a long run. Just dead weight - does not want to move!
@Tramboman I am definitely - or at least have been - more of a "hindsight's 20/20," kind of lady, but now that I am older and have kids, of course, as it goes, my perspective has changed. I think that my body has been screaming at the top of its lungs - REST! MORE REST! MORE STRENGTH TRAINING! REST! - But me listening is a totally different thing. I really don't want to run myself into a surgery or break or permanent problems... So maybe just a half this weekend with a goal of finishing in 2.5 hours or less.1 -
@Camaramandy648 just to add to the consensus, I would not run the marathon this weekend. Given all the issues you listed, give yourself a break and run something you feel comfortable with (or just beyond comfortable
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Banged out 5 miles this morning. Just a slow recovery run. Nothing notable.
In other news...wife's aunt has been living with us for 3 weeks now. She was re-tested last Wednesday, and we were tested last Thursday. Almost noon here on Monday, and still no results. No wonder this country can't start opening up again. Testing has to be ramped up big time before anything can start to happen.
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@katharmonic Yes, Hal is my "coach" right now. I've actually used several of his running plans, from the website, before. I did my 15Ks strictly with his plan. Just downloaded the app a little while ago, decided to go with that.
@brittanystebbins95 I have heard of Sparta, but don't think I've been there (or if I was, it was a long time ago when I was a kid). I'm in Lake Geneva myself. The HM I have in mind is up the road a bit from you, Gopher to Badger.
Hal called for a 3 mile walk today. However, I woke up from a horrible, stressful dream. Also, my upper back (along the spine, between the shoulder blades) is screaming in pain. (My chiropractor said my thoracic area was showing signs of arthritis.) Makes sense for the pain I've been feeling for several years now. We are due for a cold front passing through later today as well some storms, so I'm sure that all adds to the pain and my overall tiredness. (hopefully no migraine...) I knew I HAD to get out, maybe another shorter run? But as I sat, thinking about it, I thought I'll do the 3 miles, just at a walk. Afterwards, Hal told me that I have to put in the work to reach my goal. Lets see what happens tomorrow. For now, medication.
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GOAL: Run 2-3 times a week, virtual 5K on May 23rd
Week 1: 3/31 - 4/5 - No run or walk. 2 runs previous week w/bad headaches each. Decided not to run this week.
4/7 - Ran 1.51 miles
4/9 - Ran 2.01 miles
4/11 - Walk 3.2 miles GOAL - check, 2 runs
4/16 - Ran 1.81 miles
4/17 - Ran 1.56 miles
4/18 - Ran 2.1 miles (Total run - 8.99 Miles) GOAL - check, 3 runs
4/20 - Walk 3.02 miles (Total walked - 5.22 miles)3 -
@Scott6255 Hope you get the results soon and that they are negative!2
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Camaramandy648 wrote: »All right. I need your insight and input.
I should NOT run the marathon distance this weekend because
1. I fell off the training wagon and have just been running virtual races since everything's been postponed
2. The farthest I have ever run is 18 miles
3. I have been struggling with pain SO much lately and I'm just getting back into the "no pain," zone. Still pretty sore today, but the knee isn't hurting - or at least, nothing is hurting as bad as it was.
4. I have not properly tapered (see item 1)
5. The marathon could just be postponed, in which case, I'll need to hop back onto the training wagon and get back into gear for that. Since I don't know when that might be, it would really suck to accidentally run two marathons very close together and risk further/ worse injury.
So having said all that. I need to choose virtual race distances this week. On any given day I can easily knock out a 5k. For this weekend/ long run, though. Do I go for a half marathon or marathon. Or do I use it as rest and just do like maybe a 15k....
decisions, decisions....
We HEAR our bodies every day. But when we LISTEN to our bodies, they can give us some insight on how best to proceed. I specialize in comic relief, so insight is pretty foreign to me.
Yes, this. I hear, do I listen? LOL2 -
Camaramandy648 wrote: »@hamsterwheel6 oooooo I had not thought of that! I know I can finish a HM in about 2 and a half hours, but I have only done that one time. I could try for that!
@janejellyroll You are killing it this month! Also - what you said about your legs being "no-go:" That's how my left leg feels right at the beginning of a long run. Just dead weight - does not want to move!
@Tramboman I am definitely - or at least have been - more of a "hindsight's 20/20," kind of lady, but now that I am older and have kids, of course, as it goes, my perspective has changed. I think that my body has been screaming at the top of its lungs - REST! MORE REST! MORE STRENGTH TRAINING! REST! - But me listening is a totally different thing. I really don't want to run myself into a surgery or break or permanent problems... So maybe just a half this weekend with a goal of finishing in 2.5 hours or less.
I think you can! of course if the leg/knee starts hurting - Listen not hear, lol!0 -
@dreamer12151 I am so sorry! I know how that feels - that level of pain. I hope you feel better soon!
@Scott6255 five miles is no small thing when you consider your first ever mile! I hope you get results soon - I was just talking with my brother yesterday about the issues with testing still not being up to par and we are wanting to open the country... *sigh*
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For those who have found their Garmins to be acting strangely this week... this morning mine (which I’ve had since December ‘19) awarded me a Halloween badge. Yes - a badge for logging an activity on Halloween, awarded 20th April!
Got my monthly target today with 10 days to go and now fully focussed on a 100 mile month for the first time ever!
Stay well everyone x
April goal: 75 miles
April total: 75 miles
1/4: 3.6 miles
2/4: 3.7 miles
3/4: 3.5 miles
4/4: 4.1 miles
5/4: 3.5 miles
6/4: 3.6 miles
7/4: 3.5 miles
8/4: 3.5 miles
9/4: 3.5 miles
10/4: 5 miles
11/4: 4 miles
12/4: 3.7 miles
13/4: 3.6 miles
14/4: 4.5 miles
15/4: 6.2 miles
18/4: 5.6 miles
19/4: 5.1 miles
20/4: 4.7 miles
March: 76.4 m
February: 17.8 m
January: 0
Hmmmm mine has been annoying me the last 2 days by losing about 1200 steps. So right from the beginning of the day the sync is about 1000 - 1200 steps behind what I have actually done. It bugs me because the watch shows the correct amount, but when I check the synced data its wrong.
It's only 745am, I've been for a 4k walk that I tracked. Tlmy watch shows 5812 steps walked, and the front page of connect shows that, but when I click on the step details it only shows 4605 and a distance walked of 3.4k.
It's done this before but like once in a blue moon. The thing that's annoying me is it did it yesterday as well!
So ill just have to make sure I do the extra steps. On an 80+ day streak and I'm not going to lose it because of a buggy watch grrrr
ETA noticed the date for you... Maybe someone at garmin was celebrating the day... Smoking something funny haha1 -
@Tramboman that's interesting about the HR haha.
Rest day so went for a walk, just 4k.its cool and clear this morning, just wonderful. Didn't have the greatest sleep, was on call but they never called, so of course I woke every few hrs waiting for the call lol.
C news in the spoiler:yesterday was the big announcement day if we were coming out of full lock down. Big press conference at 4pm. It was a big deal, everyone at work were crowded around computers watching the live feed.
In basic terms, we were waiting to see if we would go to a level 3 lock down, which means that shops can open as long as they can trade contactlessly - so takeaways etc. Businesses can open again as long as they can maintain social distancing. But the bulk of people are still expected to stay home if they can. Schools can ooe, but for children of essential workers only.
So the decision was made yesterday if we were dropping down Wednesday, or if it was going to be extended. I know almost every healthcare worker wanted it extended by another week, if not 2, and almost all businesses wanted out now.
Our Prime minister decided we would exit level 4 at midnight Monday 27th - the reason for the odd date is Monday is a public holiday where everything is closed anyway. So she effectively split the difference, and was a call that a lot of people were making.
So this means the kids can go to parks, and the beach so get some out of the house time. And I can do my long runs on the foreshore!6 -
@dreamer12151 I hope your pain subsides soon. I hear when you have arthritis you can tell when the weather is changing. Hopefully it will be better tomorrow.
@Avidkeo That's great news. Hopefully you won't have a spike in cases.
I have decided to combine the HM plan I am currently using (Jeff Galloway) and the one that Matt Fitzerald has in 80/20 Running. So, I am running the runs slower, trying to keep my HR in the correct zones, but running a little bit longer than Fitzerald says to run. I'm doing the extra time at an easy pace. Also, I am only going to walk when my HR is too high and I can't get it down by slowing down enough (probably like running up hills outside) or just whenever I feel like it. Today I wasn't feeling an outside run, or any run for that matter. I opted for a treadmill run so I could control the pace and incline. It turned out to NOT be awful. It was slow, but I am expecting that. Today I ran 3 miles and only walked for about 45 seconds. I also walked a mile.
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@quilteryoyo GOOD JOB!!!!!!!1
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@Camaramandy648 I also don't see any pros really, and several cons, to running a marathon this weekend. A HM seems a better goal, but only if you can do it without pain.
@scott6255 hoping your test results come back soon. I got really excited when I saw they were beginning antibody testing here in NY state but the number of tests they are actually doing is so small, I can't imagine its really going to make a difference. I think they are kind of spot checking in some areas of the state.
@Avidkeo I'm glad to hear that things are going to be opening up for you guys somewhat in a week - hopefully it's not too early.
Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
04/01/20 :::: 5.0 :::: 5.0
04/02/20 :::: 3.0 :::: 8.0
04/03/20 :::: 3.5 :::: 11.6
04/04/20 :::: 10.2 :::: 21.8
04/05/20 :::: 1.5 :::: 23.3
04/06/20 :::: 2.3 :::: 25.6
04/07/20 :::: 4.6 :::: 30.2/marathon a week #1done
04/08/20 :::: 3.1 :::: 33.3
04/09/20 :::: 3.0 :::: 36.3
04/10/20 :::: 4.0 :::: 40.3
04/11/20 :::: 8.3 :::: 48.6
04/12/20 :::: 3.1 :::: 51.7
04/13/20 :::: 5.1 :::: 56.8
04/14/20 :::: 3.5 :::: 60.3/marathon a week #2 done
04/15/20 :::: 3.3 :::: 63.5
04/16/20 :::: 3.1 :::: 66.6
04/17/20 :::: 3.9 :::: 70.6
04/18/20 :::: 7.1 :::: 77.6
04/19/20 :::: 9.0 :::: 86.7/marathon a week #3 done
04/20/20 :::: 3.1 :::: 89.7
I did a sprint workout at the track today. 50 meter sprints plus some jump squats, pushups, and skaters in between sets. Afterward, a push-up/plank challenge where you had to do (preferably without dropping) do 1 pushup, 20 second plank then 2 pushups, 20 second plank, 3 pushups, 20 second plank and so on up to 10 pushups + 20 second plank. It does not sound that hard but man, it was crazy hard. Then you are supposed to take 60-90 seconds break and reverse it starting with 10 and going down to 1 pushup. I did not do that part of the pyramid.
I took a walk with Stella and her paw seems fine today. Who knows what was bothering her.4 -
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hamsterwheel6 wrote: »@Elise4270 Yes it very well could be the increase in carb intake. And despite the increased running, other activity has decreased some what. I'm going to keep better track
@shanaber That could be it. I have increased my running the past few months and I have increased my calories, but now that I look at it, you might be right that what I have increased in eating is not enough? I have high calorie days on my long run days, but apart from that I'm usually at 12-1500 depending on the day. Could it be I'm not eating enough? Oh yes I would be terrified to eat more and gain. Eek. But it worked for you...so maybe...
@Camaramandy648 Seems like the consensus is to eat enough. I need to be more precise on logging. Good running!!!!! I would not run the marathon, but see how you feel Maybe try and get a HM pr? That could be a goal.
@Avidkeo Love the cake!!
Did go for a bike ride yesterday, which was good. Had a televisit with my sports doc. We decided another shot was in order - so Wed I'll go in for it.
Today is scheduled rest day which I will do, and tomorrow probably bike again(don't know if I will be able to or should run) so I can at least get some exercise in.
Wait a minute, another shot? When was your last one? Because that could explain the weight gain. Steroid shots will make you blow up like a balloon, mostly water weight but also some real weight. I gained a pound a day for a week following a shot to my knee!1 -
I'm looking to run 60 miles this month. Was averaging 40-50 per month previously, but Feb-Mar sucked because of an abductor injury, feeling better in April and the virtual half marathon I'm running on the 30th should put me over my goal.6
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quilteryoyo wrote: »@Scott6255 Hope you get the results soon and that they are negative!
Well, not what we were hoping for...
Betty still tested positive. That is over 3 weeks that she has had it.
Wife's test has come back negative. But somehow, I am positive
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In light of the earlier discussion today for my run today's theme: Listening to My Body
Which was sore and tight so I walked when I needed to and ran when I could. Really beautiful out so I enjoyed just being out there. My knee was sore last night when I went to bed so I took an aleve and it was still sore today when the aleve wore off. Not sure if it was from my strength and stretching workouts yesterday or if I just sat awkwardly. The other soreness in glutes, hamstrings, quads. lats, triceps, etc. was all related to my workout yesterday.
Date..........Miles........Total
04/01.......2.77..........2.77
04/02.......0.00..........2.77 - Home workout (AKA Vizsla Strength Training)
04/03.......6.91..........9.68 - Gratitude Un-Canceled Virtual 10k
04/04.......6.51........16.19 - Gratitude Un-Canceled Virtual 5k
04/05.......0.00........16.19 - + Stretch and Roll class
04/06.......0.00........16.19
04/07.......0.00........16.19
04/08.......6.94........23.13 - Hope Un-Canceled Virtual 5k
04/09.......0.00........23.13 - + Strength Training @ Home
04/10.......5.44........28.57 - Rainy day run
04/11.......7.92........36.49 - Hope Un-Canceled 10k
04/12.......0.00........36.49 - + Stretch and Roll class
04/13.......6.72........43.21 - Humor Un-Canceled 10k
04/14.......5.64........48.85 - Humor Un-Canceled 8k
04/15.......0.00........48.85
04/16.......5.66........54.51 - + Stretch and Roll class
04/17.......4.42........58.93 - Humor Un-Canceled 5k
04/18.......7.50........66.43
04/19.......0.00........66.43 - Home workout (AKA Vizsla Strength Training)
04/20.......5.65........72.08 - Inspiration Un-Canceled 5k
2020 Run the Year Team - 2020 R.I.O.T. (Running Is Our Therapy) 569.71/1000 miles (running and walking)
2020 Planned and Completed Races
02/02/20 - Surf City Half Marathon4 -
quilteryoyo wrote: »@Scott6255 Hope you get the results soon and that they are negative!
Well, not what we were hoping for...
Betty still tested positive. That is over 3 weeks that she has had it.
Wife's test has come back negative. But somehow, I am positive
Oh no! Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
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quilteryoyo wrote: »@Scott6255 Hope you get the results soon and that they are negative!
Well, not what we were hoping for...
Betty still tested positive. That is over 3 weeks that she has had it.
Wife's test has come back negative. But somehow, I am positive
Oh no, so sorry. Yes let us know if there is someway we can help. Lots of love to you.2 -
rheddmobile wrote: »hamsterwheel6 wrote: »@Elise4270 Yes it very well could be the increase in carb intake. And despite the increased running, other activity has decreased some what. I'm going to keep better track
@shanaber That could be it. I have increased my running the past few months and I have increased my calories, but now that I look at it, you might be right that what I have increased in eating is not enough? I have high calorie days on my long run days, but apart from that I'm usually at 12-1500 depending on the day. Could it be I'm not eating enough? Oh yes I would be terrified to eat more and gain. Eek. But it worked for you...so maybe...
@Camaramandy648 Seems like the consensus is to eat enough. I need to be more precise on logging. Good running!!!!! I would not run the marathon, but see how you feel Maybe try and get a HM pr? That could be a goal.
@Avidkeo Love the cake!!
Did go for a bike ride yesterday, which was good. Had a televisit with my sports doc. We decided another shot was in order - so Wed I'll go in for it.
Today is scheduled rest day which I will do, and tomorrow probably bike again(don't know if I will be able to or should run) so I can at least get some exercise in.
Wait a minute, another shot? When was your last one? Because that could explain the weight gain. Steroid shots will make you blow up like a balloon, mostly water weight but also some real weight. I gained a pound a day for a week following a shot to my knee!
You know, I briefly thought it could be that, but then didn't really think anything of it.
I had a shot mid Feb. so it could be! But if it was water weight would it really last this long?
Did your weight ever go back? Oh man, and now I'm getting another. UGH3 -
quilteryoyo wrote: »@Scott6255 Hope you get the results soon and that they are negative!
Well, not what we were hoping for...
Betty still tested positive. That is over 3 weeks that she has had it.
Wife's test has come back negative. But somehow, I am positive
I hope you remain well. Sorry to hear this. If it's any consolation, we're all likely to get it sooner or later.0
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