January 2021 Monthly Running Challenge
martaindale
Posts: 2,317 Member
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 December 2020 Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10816823/december-2020-monthly-running-challenge#latest
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 December 1, 2020 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
Bookmark the previous and past challenges: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10393468/current-past-challenges#latest
Find a small group of runners that encourage and offer food support:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10573619/runners-that-need-some-nutritional-accountability#latest
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 else’s 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
Stay safe. Stay healthy. Stay on track.
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 December 2020 Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10816823/december-2020-monthly-running-challenge#latest
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 December 1, 2020 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
Bookmark the previous and past challenges: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10393468/current-past-challenges#latest
Find a small group of runners that encourage and offer food support:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10573619/runners-that-need-some-nutritional-accountability#latest
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 else’s 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
Stay safe. Stay healthy. Stay on track.
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It may be a bit of a reach, but I'm in for 90 miles. I have another HM in later February, so I get a recovery week at the beginning of the month but my training plan quickly ramps back up in preparation for the next race.4
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I'm in for 135 miles. I joined some crazy run as many miles as possible challenge for 10 weeks starting 4 Jan.
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Hello!
I'm new to the group.
I'm doing RED January and I'm aiming for running at least 2 miles every day. With that in mind, I'm in for 90 miles.11 -
@thisvickyruns Welcome!0
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Oh first page,
again my goal is to follow my coach's plan2 -
Woo hoo first page!
I'll be back with goals, but a preemptive hello and welcome to all the newbies!3 -
Thanks @martaindale for setting us up
Hey @thisvickyruns, welcome to the madhouse!
Goals... BP, legs and covid permitting my plan calls for 154km this month. So base goal 154km, possible stretch goal of 100 miles because it's oh so close and the OCD overachieving perfectionist inside me is starting to get excited already. I'm also doing RED January but aiming to do something (run, walk, cycle, yoga) every day rather than run every day.
For the year, my initial goals are, in no particular order:
1: Don't kill anyone
2: Stay injury free
3: Run 1,000 miles in 2021
3(b): RTY - 2021 miles altogether (including daily activity/steps)
4: Get back into regular strength training
5: Daily yoga
6: Find a way to create 48 hour days to make all of the above physically possible while also working etc
7: Take the plunge and spend stupid amounts of money on a decent running bra
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eleanorhawkins wrote: »7: Take the plunge and spend stupid amounts of money on a decent running bra
I have heard rave reviews about the shefit bra. Fully adjustable and higher cut neck. It's supposed to be great for those who need more support. I have not personally tried it as I definitely do not fall into the "needing support" category!
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Goals for 2021:
1. PR my HM - I have a race New Years Day, so with any luck I'll do this and then I can set a new goal for my next HM.
2. Run more this summer than I did last. The heat in Houston really saps my energy, but I'm thinking baby steps. Increase each run by 0.5-1 mile. Slowly build up what I am capable of in the heat.
3. Climb a V5 - my current best is V4 and usually I'm a solid V3.
4. Climb a 5.12a/b - my current best is 5.11c/d and it wasn't pretty. The step up to 5.12 is HUGE. But, I heavily prefer sport climbing, so I'm hopeful.
5. Above all - stay healthy!! I've been lucky so far with no serious injuries. So, I need to do what I can to keep myself healthy.5 -
Oh my! This is going to be so much fun. Thank you @martaindale for posting the link here.
I have been following along in Dec and I already know many of you. I am still trying to decide on my goals for the year but I think I have a secret one of being able to run a HM by my 63rd Birthday mid August with an avg pace under 10 minute miles and at least one mile under 9. The furthest I have gone this year is 10.25 miles in Dec at a 9:57 pace. And 10 in Aug at an 11:51 pace so I know that I have made significant progress this year even with an injury which took me way down for almost 6-8 weeks.
I really like the way @eleanorhawkins lists her goals for the year out. So I am going to copy cat a little
What is RED January for this newbe?
1) Stay injury free (this one has to top the list as it takes just TOO long to recover)
2) Stay off the Calorie rollercoaster and eat to TDEE consistently (not too low and not too high) maintaining weight
3) Try to have at least 1 run with an 8:xx mile in it once a week
4) Try to have at least 40% of my miles with an 9:xx mile pace on them
5) Keep track of the mileage on my shoes
6) RTY 2021 in miles running and walking and team bONmOT
7) Run a long run each month as follows J 10 F 10.5 M 11 A 11.5 M 12 J 12.5 Jul 13 Aug HM
My Jan Mileage goal is going to be 165 which is an increase from last years 155.
Doable as long as the weather cooperates and #1 above.
Summer in AustinTx9 -
I am going for 140k in January. I'll list 2021 goals when I make my first entry. They're not going to be very inspiring.4
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Good day one and all! As promised the Run the World challenge is set up and a map will be added before the challenge starts. The code to join is MFPRunners2021
You are invited to join the Run the World 2021 challenge.
Run the World 2021
Jan 1, 2021 12:00 AM - Dec 31, 2021 11:59 PM
Team Challenge
Run, Virtual Run 24,901 Miles in 365 days
== INSTRUCTIONS TO JOIN ==1. Visit https://www.challengehound.com/join/87084200-0550-11eb-9a36-31595d1e7f7e?code=MFPRunners2021== HOW TO LOG ACTIVITIES ==
2. Click the green "Sign In to Join Challenge" button
3. Sign in to an existing Challenge Hound account, or sign up if you are new to Challenge Hound. You can sign up using your email address or Facebook
4. Now that you are signed in, click the green "Join Challenge" button and confirm you are joining.
5. That's it! You've joined the challenge. You'll receive an email confirmation with the challenge details.1. You can log activities into Challenge Hound https://www.challengehound.com/activity/new/edit
2. You can connect an App listed on the Apps page and activities will be automatically synced to Challenge Hound. Challenge Hound currently supports Under Armour (Map My Run, Map My Walk, Map My Hike, Map My Ride, etc) and Strava. https://www.challengehound.com/apps
If you connect an app, Challenge Hound will automatically sync applicable activities, so there is no need to manually enter. Whether you manually enter or use an App, you'll receive an email notification with your challenge status after each activity you log. You can visit Challenge Hound to view your personal challenge dashboard, as well as full challenge leader boards and charts.
== ADDITIONAL SUPPORT ==Support, FAQs, and How-tos can be found here: https://support.challengehound.com
What is Challenge Hound? Challenge Hound is a platform used to create and track group challenges. Read more at https://www.challengehound.com4 -
Hello again! I am taking a tentative step back into the running world in January. I took a pause this year due to injuries, pain and a general lack of desire. I have been walking a lot though, so still keeping active, just not running. Ended up having rotator cuff surgery in August, and the OT and doctor just released me a few weeks ago! I plan to start from the ground up, I will start my Zen Labs Couch to 10K app at the Week 1, Day 1 and take it at MY pace, repeating a week or 2 if I feel like I need or want to.
January goal: Get back to running. No miles set, just run.
Longer term? If running goes well, then to do a duathlon in August. But first steps first!
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martaindale wrote: »eleanorhawkins wrote: »7: Take the plunge and spend stupid amounts of money on a decent running bra
I have heard rave reviews about the shefit bra. Fully adjustable and higher cut neck. It's supposed to be great for those who need more support. I have not personally tried it as I definitely do not fall into the "needing support" category!
I can TESTIFY!!!!!! I have 3 SheFit bras - different colors - and I LOVE them!!! They have multiple sizes and colors and well worth the money. (Sorry to those who don't care to know...) I am a natural DDD and I went from wearing 3 or even 4 bras at a time to only 1. Fully adjustable and supportive, I really have no desire or need to look elsewhere. I HIGHLY recommend SheFit!!3 -
@dreamer12151 Welcome back! Sounds like you have a great plan in place.2
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Right finally sat down and written my 2021 goals.
1: primary goal lose 15kg. This has been a goal for the last 3 years. I successfully lost and kept off 20kg, now I want to lose the last and be in the middle of a healthy range.
2: run 2 half marathons. The first is on Feb 21st, the second will be at the end of June. Both in Wellington. For the second I will aim to beat my first time. The first is just train and run well.
3: remain injury free. This means following the plan. Stretching. Cross training. And TAKING REST DAYS. that last one is vital lol. I didn't and that's how I got injured.
4: doing all the others will culminate in running the Auckland Marathon at the end of October. That's my final goal.
So no Km goal for me. I'm not l giving myself that kind of pressure. That's a 2022 goal.6 -
I typed out a bunch of stuff and lost it. I will come back. But welcome to new and returning runners!
I am just saying hello and that I'm working on my goals for January and for 2021. Tentatively I'll say 100 miles at least for January. I have a HM distance each month planned, but I WILL be incorporating some rest days (yay!) so I haven't really calculated how that will add up.5 -
Thanks for setting us up @martaindale.
I'm still working on my goals for 2021, but I think I am going to say 90 miles for January.4 -
Hello I'm new, but I wanted to say my goal for this up coming month is to run 62 miles, running two a day for 31 days. side-bar I was wondering if anyone has any tips for running out-doors when its cold, as will as running tips for someone with asthma? or any breathing tips that have helped you in the past?4
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TheMrWobbly wrote: »Good day one and all! As promised the Run the World challenge is set up and a map will be added before the challenge starts. The code to join is MFPRunners2021
You are invited to join the Run the World 2021 challenge.
Run the World 2021
Jan 1, 2021 12:00 AM - Dec 31, 2021 11:59 PM
Team Challenge
Run, Virtual Run 24,901 Miles in 365 days
== INSTRUCTIONS TO JOIN ==1. Visit https://www.challengehound.com/join/87084200-0550-11eb-9a36-31595d1e7f7e?code=MFPRunners2021== HOW TO LOG ACTIVITIES ==
2. Click the green "Sign In to Join Challenge" button
3. Sign in to an existing Challenge Hound account, or sign up if you are new to Challenge Hound. You can sign up using your email address or Facebook
4. Now that you are signed in, click the green "Join Challenge" button and confirm you are joining.
5. That's it! You've joined the challenge. You'll receive an email confirmation with the challenge details.1. You can log activities into Challenge Hound https://www.challengehound.com/activity/new/edit
2. You can connect an App listed on the Apps page and activities will be automatically synced to Challenge Hound. Challenge Hound currently supports Under Armour (Map My Run, Map My Walk, Map My Hike, Map My Ride, etc) and Strava. https://www.challengehound.com/apps
If you connect an app, Challenge Hound will automatically sync applicable activities, so there is no need to manually enter. Whether you manually enter or use an App, you'll receive an email notification with your challenge status after each activity you log. You can visit Challenge Hound to view your personal challenge dashboard, as well as full challenge leader boards and charts.
== ADDITIONAL SUPPORT ==Support, FAQs, and How-tos can be found here: https://support.challengehound.com
What is Challenge Hound? Challenge Hound is a platform used to create and track group challenges. Read more at https://www.challengehound.com
I’m in for running the world! Thanks for hosting for everyone!
Will be back in a bit with goals for January and the year, still on a break from goals.2 -
amandalyn333 wrote: »Hello I'm new, but I wanted to say my goal for this up coming month is to run 62 miles, running two a day for 31 days. side-bar I was wondering if anyone has any tips for running out-doors when its cold, as will as running tips for someone with asthma? or any breathing tips that have helped you in the past?
My husband has exercise-induced asthma which is worse in the cold. What helps him is using an albuterol inhaler before running, and if it’s below freezing running with a buff over his face to warm up the air. Also running really hard is harder on his lungs, so long and slow when it’s acting up.
General advice for running when it’s cold - wear the right clothes! If you get hot when running, wear layers. Whereabouts are you and how cold does it get there?2 -
eleanorhawkins wrote: »Thanks @martaindale for setting us up
7: Take the plunge and spend stupid amounts of money on a decent running bra
someone suggested this brand on fb and i have 2. they fit like brooks juno. and i find it a bit more comfortable.
i have this one and it has minimal bounce. about the same as my juno1 -
Welcome to all the newbies. You'll love this group. Also, great goals I am seeing so far.
My January goals are to get my surgery done and be able to walk to my mailbox before the end of the month. That would be half a mile, with the second quarter mile being uphill. I really hope to exceed this, but I really have no idea how it will go. In case you forgot, or I didn't tell you, my surgery is scheduled for 8 January at 8 am. I have the pre-admission tests on the 4th. Since I have had CoVID, I don't have to have another CoVID test. I find that really interesting.
I'll come back later to post a couple of goals for 2021. The will probably be really uninspiring.
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SummerSkier wrote: »Oh my! This is going to be so much fun. Thank you @martaindale for posting the link here.
I have been following along in Dec and I already know many of you. I am still trying to decide on my goals for the year but I think I have a secret one of being able to run a HM by my 63rd Birthday mid August with an avg pace under 10 minute miles and at least one mile under 9. The furthest I have gone this year is 10.25 miles in Dec at a 9:57 pace. And 10 in Aug at an 11:51 pace so I know that I have made significant progress this year even with an injury which took me way down for almost 6-8 weeks.
I really like the way @eleanorhawkins lists her goals for the year out. So I am going to copy cat a little
What is RED January for this newbe?
1) Stay injury free (this one has to top the list as it takes just TOO long to recover)
2) Stay off the Calorie rollercoaster and eat to TDEE consistently (not too low and not too high) maintaining weight
3) Try to have at least 1 run with an 8:xx mile in it once a week
4) Try to have at least 40% of my miles with an 9:xx mile pace on them
5) Keep track of the mileage on my shoes
6) RTY 2021 in miles running and walking and team bONmOT
7) Run a long run each month as follows J 10 F 10.5 M 11 A 11.5 M 12 J 12.5 Jul 13 Aug HM
My Jan Mileage goal is going to be 165 which is an increase from last years 155.
Doable as long as the weather cooperates and #1 above.
Summer in AustinTx
Red January is an initiative to get people more active in January. Originally it was Run Every Day but more recently it's become more inclusive so it's doing something active (running, walking, swimming, yoga etc) every day.
https://redtogether.co.uk2 -
Thanks @martaindale for setting us up to start the year!!
I am in for 100 but may have to reduce that depending on the outcome of tests/evaluation for my hamstring...
Still working through my 2021 goals so will be posting that later. An add on similar question is:
At the end of 2021 where do you want to be, what improvements or changes do you want to have made?2 -
@shanaber good question!
"At the end of 2021 where do you want to be, what improvements or changes do you want to have made?"
For me the biggest thing is finally lose the last of the extra weight. As far as running goes, I'm happy having a year without any improvement. Though if I get to October and run a marathon, I will have improved my injury prevention from this year!2 -
Hi everyone
Although I'm still quite new to running I'm still gonna try and push myself further. I smashed my December goal so let's see if I can do it again....
Obvs bearing in mind it's literally zero to minus temperatures here in the UK and I've discovered I actually don't like it very much!
I'm going to run 50 miles in January 😊6 -
rheddmobile wrote: »amandalyn333 wrote: »Hello I'm new, but I wanted to say my goal for this up coming month is to run 62 miles, running two a day for 31 days. side-bar I was wondering if anyone has any tips for running out-doors when its cold, as will as running tips for someone with asthma? or any breathing tips that have helped you in the past?
My husband has exercise-induced asthma which is worse in the cold. What helps him is using an albuterol inhaler before running, and if it’s below freezing running with a buff over his face to warm up the air. Also running really hard is harder on his lungs, so long and slow when it’s acting up.
General advice for running when it’s cold - wear the right clothes! If you get hot when running, wear layers. Whereabouts are you and how cold does it get there?
Dressing for the cold is always a bit tricky. A general rule of thumb I have been told is to dress as if it is 10 degrees (F) warmer than it really is. Most of the time that works for me. Like @rheddmobile said, layers are key. Especially if you haven't done cold weather running before and aren't sure what you will need. For me, something to cover my ears and gloves make a huge difference. I will tolerate being cold for a mile or so just to not have to strip several layers. When I do shorter distances, like the 2 miles you are planning, I dress warmer. Leggings and a long sleeve wool shirt, probably with a tank or t-shirt layered. It takes a mile or 2 to really get warm when it's cold outside.
Where are you from? My cold may be a balmy spring day for you! The coldest I usually have to contend with is 30's. Some runners here deal with MUCH colder on a regular basis.2 -
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quilteryoyo wrote: »I'll come back later to post a couple of goals for 2021. The will probably be really uninspiring.
I disagree. Recovering from major surgery and returning to running is definitely inspiring!4
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