August 2021 Monthly Running Challenge
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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 July 2021 Monthly Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10837150/july-2021-monthly-running-challenge/p1
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 August 1, 2021 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
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 July 2021 Monthly Running Challenge which can be found at:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10837150/july-2021-monthly-running-challenge/p1
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 August 1, 2021 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
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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I'm walking the entire month of August in an effort to get this plantar fasciitis to calm down. With luck I'll start running again in September. Until then, I'll keep to the right and let y'all zoom by on the left! Although, to be perfectly honest, I've been over here on the right the whole time, even when running as you speedy little devils zoom by!10
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Thanks for setting us up, @WhatMeRunning!
I'm in for 150k again.7 -
Hey thanks @WhatMeRunning for setting up August!! So sorry your PF is still keeping you from running. But I know you'll rehab well and be back soon. I really do feel your pain.
I will start my 15K race training on Sunday (August 1). So mileage will be lower than normal (but will be doing more speed work). So will just say 100 miles for my mileage goal.9 -
@skippygirlsmom the new thread is here0
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Thanks for setting us up @WhatMeRunning !!
I am going to go with 100 miles for August. It is a stretch for me with the heat and my arm/shoulder issues but I am willing to work on it, especially since I have that HM in early September that I hope to still be able to run (run/walk).10 -
Thanks @WhatMeRunning!
Out of curiosity I looked back on my mileage for the past three months of participating in the thread:
May: 21.81
June: 36.69
July: 50.7
It's amazing to me that it's increased so much in just three months. And for August, my goal is 60 miles!10 -
penguinmama87 wrote: »Thanks @WhatMeRunning!
Out of curiosity I looked back on my mileage for the past three months of participating in the thread:
May: 21.81
June: 36.69
July: 50.7
It's amazing to me that it's increased so much in just three months. And for August, my goal is 60 miles!
You're making great progress. Keep it up!!4 -
200 miles minimum goal,
400 miles and over is where I am focused
August will be hard for me. I am waiting for surgical guide and then start the phase 1 of 3 to get this implant done. Also fighting with the county I live in about jury duty. Appears they do not care that I am my mother's caregiver.11 -
I’m in for August. Training for Sept 5k race which will hopefully be my first face to face race since Covid. Although races may be cancelled by then if caseload keeps going up at this rate.
Still caretaking for my mother and also it’s insanely hot here, but I hope to get in some speedwork, get my long runs back up to at least 10k (several have been cut short recently due to lack of time) and run at least three times a week. I should also plan to get out to run the course at Shelby Farms where the race is held since it’s hillier than the park where I’ve been running. Here goes!11 -
I don't know, I'll just say 100 miles again. I haven't done that well with this goal this year, and hiking is still going to be a priority so we'll see how it goes.8
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Okay to go for August. I’ll start out with a 50 mile goal since this is my first time I don’t know where to start. I officially signed up for a 10K race that is October 31st in Phoenix. So I’m officially in training.9
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Thanks guys!
I'm taking things pretty cruisy atm. Just following my watch really. So will just see what happens.
Only did 73k in July. Hope to do more in August.9 -
Here’s my first entry for August.
08/01 6.23 miles8 -
August 1 - 6.3 miles
I'm going to aim for 100 miles for August. I have a couple of short trips planned but they are with a running friend.
Thanks for starting us @WhatMeRunning! Hope your PF clears up soon.
Welcome @julieannegannon!7 -
8-1 7k measy (between moderate and easy)
August Total: 7k
August Goal: 150k
Partly cloudy, upper 60s F, and a light wind today. Hard to believe it's already August.
When you pop in here claiming your December 2021 mileage, what accomplishments will you have made?
PUT THE FUN BACK IN THE RUN!
Return to a good running weight of 175 lbs (second attempt)
2021 Races:
6/26 Direction Up 5k, Solon, OH 31:48 chip; 31:59 Garmin; 53d overall; 2d male 65 and over
7/17 Run of the Ox 5k, Mantua, OH 32:19 Garmin; 44th overall; 3d place male 60 and over
9/18 5k Run and Roll, Aurora, OH8 -
Welcome @julieannegannon!
It felt pretty darn good for the first 8 miles, then the heat and sweat really got to me. I tightened up my hat thinking that would help with the salty sweat dripping down to my eyes and burning, but all it did was give me a headache (along with the stinging eyes). I have the Halo hat that is supposed to prevent that. Not sure what else to do. Got my 13.1 miles in, but that's probably the last long run for a while.
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You are doing great @penguinmama87 ! Keep it up.
I hope everything works out well for you in August @AlphaHowls ! Hope the dental implant doesn't set you back too much in your running.
I'm impressed with your running @rheddmobile ..... heat, humidity, and taking care of your mom full time. I don't know how you do it.
@julieannegannon Do you have a training plan for your 10K? If so, looking at that should help you determine your mileage for the month.
Nice run @Scott6255. I just let the sweat drip. For some reason, it doesn't get into my eyes. It has dripped off of my eyelashes before though.
My HM is quickly approaching, if August goes as quickly as July did, it will seem like no time at all (it's Sept 18). I'm getting nervous about it and haven't made hotel reservations yet. Guess I need to get with it.
Looking at the plan, I am going to set my August goal for 100 miles running and 31 miles fast walking.
Today is my rest day, so I did my mile walk after church and before lunch.
1 Aug - 0.00 Run 1.0 Walk - driveway laps, barely beat the heavy downpour
I did my walk on the driveway, after I got home from church and before going to my mom's for lunch. It was only 72°F, but with 94% humidity, I was really sweating when I finished. It came a downpour about 5 minutes after I got finished.
I posted yesterday's long run in the July thread. I did 8 miles which put me over my monthly goal and was a PB for a monthly total - ever!
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Well done on your mileage PB for July @quilteryoyo.2
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