September 2022 Monthly Running Challenge

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  • lou2you2
    lou2you2 Posts: 22 Member
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    martaindale wrote: »
    lou2you2 wrote: »
    @martaindale what app do you use to fun on the treadmill for?

    My treadmill uses ifit for guided runs. I just got it earlier this summer and have really liked them. Treadmill runs can be such a grind but I have found the guided runs really enjoyable.

    @kgirlhart - Congratulations on maintaining your weight loss! Such an amazing transformation!!

    @marisap2010 - I am sorry for the loss of your friend.

    @polskagirl01 I hope track Tuesdays continue to be successful! And I'm glad to hear you have been feeling better.

    I don't have a treadmill at home but my work has a gym so this winter I plan on using it. It would be awesome if their treadmills have this.

    I do have bike and trainer, I plan on utilizing this winter as well, I have used Zwift in the past for that but don't use it enough to justify the $20 a month to continue paying for it.

    Most defiantly when stationary it's always better to be able to feel like we are surrounded by others. :)
  • lou2you2
    lou2you2 Posts: 22 Member
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    polskagirl01 wrote: »
    Welcome @lou2you2
    Another idea is to just set up your phone or tv where you can watch videos while treadmill running. Mine has a little "shelf" for a tablet or phone (and a tablet also covers the display, which I like when I'm running for time).
    Youtube even has videos of people running trails or other fun locations. We even had someone here who was "running" different countries via those types of videos.

    Rest day for me today. I need it!

    I never thought to look on YouTub! Thank you so much for this information, I will have to look into it!
  • polskagirl01
    polskagirl01 Posts: 2,010 Member
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    Scott6255 wrote: »
    polskagirl01 wrote: »
    Welcome @lou2you2
    Another idea is to just set up your phone or tv where you can watch videos while treadmill running. Mine has a little "shelf" for a tablet or phone (and a tablet also covers the display, which I like when I'm running for time).
    Youtube even has videos of people running trails or other fun locations. We even had someone here who was "running" different countries via those types of videos.

    Yes, this is what I have done. It makes a HUGE difference. Almost make the treadmill half-way enjoyable.

    6.25 miles this morning. Got up late so it was already quite hot, and the bright shiny sun didn't help. Was supposed to be a threshold run, but I could only manage a negative split run, finishing the last mile at race pace.

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    "Half-way enjoyable" sounds about right.
  • rps67
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    lou2you2 wrote: »
    Right?! I don't know what happened but this is exactly what I did. I am so ready to get back to the active me! I hate this feeling like I'm going to fall over because my legs are so week.

    It's baby steps though!

    I'm so happy to have someone else where I am! WE WILL GET THERE!!
  • rps67
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    tarun_yadavA wrote: »
    Oh... And no wings or nachos. Mixed it up -Went for a fried fish platter that a friend & I picked at.
    (Had buyer's remorse... Shoulda gone Buffalo wings and blue cheese!)

    I lost 10 lb. over the last 6 weeks and just gained it back looking at this amazing food. :D
  • martaindale
    martaindale Posts: 2,065 Member
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    Sept total: 29.6/123 miles

    9/1: 4 miles
    9/2: 5 miles
    9/4: 4.2 miles
    9/5: 5 miles
    9/6: 5.2 miles
    9/7: 3.2 miles
    9/8: 3 miles

    3 miles in the dark before work this morning. Quiet, uneventful. As a run at 530 am should be.
  • tarun_yadavA
    tarun_yadavA Posts: 1,105 Member
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    Good morning all.
    Managed another 4. But will be resting up this weekend for sure!

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    Second night out in a row last night. That's me socialising/drinking for a good 6-8 weeks now!

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    Nice 6.5% West Coast IPA, which went down a treat with these guys. (Even told the lady to forget bringing the celery with it! 😂 )

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    Have a lovely weekend everybody 😊
  • Scott6255
    Scott6255 Posts: 2,443 Member
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    Have fun in Puerto Rico @martaindale!
  • Teresa502
    Teresa502 Posts: 1,714 Member
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    @lou2you2 - running shoes are such a personal preference because everyone's foot and gait is different. Do you have a running store near you where you can try on different shoes? I personally like the Brooks Ghosts but I have a wide foot and they fit my foot good.
  • polskagirl01
    polskagirl01 Posts: 2,010 Member
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    Teresa502 wrote: »
    @lou2you2 - running shoes are such a personal preference because everyone's foot and gait is different. Do you have a running store near you where you can try on different shoes? I personally like the Brooks Ghosts but I have a wide foot and they fit my foot good.

    I second all of this! It's so helpful to feel the shoes on your own feet. A running store can also do a gait analysis and make suggestions.
  • lou2you2
    lou2you2 Posts: 22 Member
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    Teresa502 wrote: »
    @lou2you2 - running shoes are such a personal preference because everyone's foot and gait is different. Do you have a running store near you where you can try on different shoes? I personally like the Brooks Ghosts but I have a wide foot and they fit my foot good.

    We do but it's a small selection and but needed a recommendation of where to start looking. We also have a running store but their recommendations were spot on to what I have already.

    I can't get myself to buy running shoes unless I have tried them on. I was just curious if anyone else had some suggestions.

    Or if anyone knows a good way to keep the heal from slipping that would be awesome.

    Thank you @teresa502 and @polskagirl01

  • Scott6255
    Scott6255 Posts: 2,443 Member
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    @lou2you2 - do you use the runner's loop when you tie your shoes? Also called the heel lock. Basically uses the (usually unused) last hole. Many videos on web but here is one link https://youtu.be/RKdSqlFszG4
  • lou2you2
    lou2you2 Posts: 22 Member
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    Scott6255 wrote: »
    @lou2you2 - do you use the runner's loop when you tie your shoes? Also called the heel lock. Basically uses the (usually unused) last hole. Many videos on web but here is one link https://youtu.be/RKdSqlFszG4

    Thank you for this, I will have to try it. I have heard of it but completely forgot it was a think.

    Thanks again!

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