Daily Check In Thread -- 10k+ version
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Strong work on the run, @Just_Ceci ! I saw an armadillo on my run this morning. I kind of snuck up behind it (not on purpose, lol), but it just stared at me as I ran right past it. I heard somewhere that they jump straight up when startled, but apparently this one had nerves of steel. I have another 10K on Sunday; thankfully, it will be sans bridge this time
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I've been so lazy this week. I haven't been able to drag my butt out of bed. hopefully, tomorrow morning I will be able to. or i have time on sunday. i just have the last week to go.0
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i would like to claim the title of "fair-weather runner" for our group.
given that it wasn't raining this morning, i went out for a 8 km jog. i'm trying out two smaller runs (5 and 7/8k) and one long run (10/12k) each week. i just don't have the time for a more structured training plan, and not being able to commit has left me feeling guilty! hopefully i can carve out some DRY, DAYLIGHT hours for running over the winter.
this morning's workout was great. i've stopped running with music because i absolutely hate the buds falling out of my ears and the wires tangling around my neck. i'd rather spend the money on a new pair of runners than bluetooth earbuds so . . . i'm without music. my pace has increased since the change, what's up with that? it's probably just coincidental.
i got great personal time for the first 5k (27:48) and managed a consistent pace for the remaining 3k. i'm happy with the improvements i've made regarding endurance and speed, but why do i feel like i'm going SO SLOW? i earned some PBs on this run, and yet felt like i was barely faster than walking speed.
it would seem, in addition to working on my waterproofing, i also need to adjust my perception of speed.
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I ran yesterday afternoon with a coworker, mostly at her pace- 4 miles in 46:04. It was hot and steamy. This morning, stepped out to go for a bike ride and had to go back in for sleeves. It was so nice! We rode almost 22 miles in just under 90 minutes.0
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Did Day1 Week1 today.0
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I ran in my 3rd official 10K this morning....thankfully, there was no bridge this time The course was nice and flat on the campus of the University of Houston. The weather was amazing...cool with a light rain (mostly a mist); I honestly couldn't have asked for a better day/course. My time was 1:04:03...I'm pretty consistently running 10 minute (and change) miles so that's encouraging. Here's a pic of me with my race bling...these finisher medals are almost as addictive as the running! Not sure what I'll do with 'em, but I like 'em!!
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Skye_NS, well done on all those PBs!
Maggie, I used to be a fair weather runner but now I love it.
Taeliesyn, you have really caught the ultra bug haven't you!
LLduds, well done on your time and your cool medal!
I had the Loch Ness 10k yesterday. Only ran once last week as my knee ligaments have been sore but I was determined to try my best. Ran a steady first km then pushed hard for 2km. Was starting to struggle so I settled in behind a group running at 5:50 pace (faster than my usual fast run pace) I concentrated on my breathing and relaxing and was comfortable running with them to the 7.5km point where I started to slow. Last km was hard but I finished in 59:44 which means I have reached my 2015 goal!0 -
Boy, apologies for not being around much, so many interesting stories and successes, you guys are truly inspirational.
Yesterday I popped my cherry on a full marathon and have put my thoughts here on a separate thread rather than pollute here
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10260138/robin-hood-full
Will post bling shots later, but first marathon completed, 15 months after starting running and not being able to do 2 minutes straight, in 4hours 25 minutes and 1 second. Oh that 1 second. Have fun guys and hope to be around a bit more.0 -
well, this weekend i did w14d1 and d2. i knew i was going to be eating a lot so i wanted to be sure to enjoy the food rather than worry about calories...plus i was in wisconsin rapids and they have a great path down by the Wisconsin River. i missed true sunrise but got a few nice shots while running.
I had no music for d2 and found my pace was quite slow but it was very peaceful and i enjoyed it. Once my pace is better on it's own, I'm looking forward to long runs with no music
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@Aine8046 Welcome! Great job on getting started!
@LLduds I know you were thankful for the rain this time of year in Houston! Awesome time!
@romyhorse
@ftrobbie Loved reading your run report! I am in awe of anyone who can run that far!
@moyer566 Beautiful! I've just recently started running with no music. I'm having mixed results.
Another ride for me yesterday- almost 34 miles. Today I will run!0 -
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@moyer566 : i've just transitioned to running without music. i never thought it would be possible, but i don't find it miss it at all.
@Just_Ceci : have a great run today!
@Aine8046 : welcome, can't wait to read more from you!
@romyhorse : way to reach your goal!!!
@LLduds: your bling posts are great motivation for me!
I waited for the kids to load the bus for school and then went for a quick run on a new route. I have no idea how far I managed, as my GPS crapped out for 20 minutes of the 28 minutes I was out. Gah! Now I'll have to go tomorrow and check! 0 -
maggiekat7 wrote: »
I waited for the kids to load the bus for school and then went for a quick run on a new route. I have no idea how far I managed, as my GPS crapped out for 20 minutes of the 28 minutes I was out. Gah! Now I'll have to go tomorrow and check!
Register on Strava or Endomondo or any of the other running sites and you can plot your route. No need to rerun it, you can check it now. Sometimes the tech fails, you still did the run, rejoice that you got out and did it. Well done.
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maggiekat7 wrote: »
I waited for the kids to load the bus for school and then went for a quick run on a new route. I have no idea how far I managed, as my GPS crapped out for 20 minutes of the 28 minutes I was out. Gah! Now I'll have to go tomorrow and check!
Register on Strava or Endomondo or any of the other running sites and you can plot your route. No need to rerun it, you can check it now. Sometimes the tech fails, you still did the run, rejoice that you got out and did it. Well done.
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ROTFLMAO, I've got over it, it gives me more opportunity to beat it next time
Have fun
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Bling
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Great work everyone, looking forward to seeing the pictures from home (Damn work blocking!)
My pacing duties went well over the weekend, I ran the last 47k with my Pacee (in 6:31) and he(we) came in second overall, only 8 minutes behind the winner, legs have been a bit sore since then, but nothing horrendous.
Unfortunately I now have visions of doing the miler myself... wtf does my brain grab onto these stupid ideas? Next looks like it will be a big one then, 100k somewhere to qualify for the miler, 24hr track race 6 weeks before the miler and then 100 miles. I could theoretically use the 24hr to qualify for the miler, but I'd like to have gone to/over 100k more than once before tackling 100 miles.0 -
Great work everyone, looking forward to seeing the pictures from home (Damn work blocking!)
My pacing duties went well over the weekend, I ran the last 47k with my Pacee (in 6:31) and he(we) came in second overall, only 8 minutes behind the winner, legs have been a bit sore since then, but nothing horrendous.
Unfortunately I now have visions of doing the miler myself... wtf does my brain grab onto these stupid ideas? Next looks like it will be a big one then, 100k somewhere to qualify for the miler, 24hr track race 6 weeks before the miler and then 100 miles. I could theoretically use the 24hr to qualify for the miler, but I'd like to have gone to/over 100k more than once before tackling 100 miles.
You love a challenge and HM doesn't cut it anymore. Awesome work. 100 miles now that is pushing the boat out. The training plan for that is going to be awesome. Well done and once again you are an inspiration, running 47km as a pacer.
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short run (3 mi/31min). I am glad to see my speed come up and all. I wish i could have gotten up for the last day of w14 but the Packer game went long and i didn't get to bed till 11pm. 4am just seemed too early0
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Look how far you've come! 3 miles is a "short run"!short run (3 mi/31min). I am glad to see my speed come up and all. I wish i could have gotten up for the last day of w14 but the Packer game went long and i didn't get to bed till 11pm. 4am just seemed too early
I ran yesterday, 4 miles in around 42 minutes. I'm really trying to make myself run more. I have a combined 10k and 5k race on November 22 that I have to get ready for. I have to be able to run the 10k in under an hour so I can run the 5k with the girls I'm coaching in Girls on the Run.
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i had planned to go out an re-run my route from yesterday to check the distance, but i decided to run 6 km instead of the 4.6+ km i'm estimating i ran yesterday. i do use endomondo and copied my route for a good guesstimate, but i'm still curious enough to test for sure, so i'll probably give it another go in a few days. it was a pretty short run, so i'll save it for a day when i'm feeling tired or perhaps when it's raining.
nice run this morning. last three 5 km+ runs i'm under 30 minutes - which means i'm definitely pushing myself and my average heart rate while running has gone up a notch in agreement. i hope to fit a 12 km run in this weekend!
@moyer566 : the only thing i am good at after 5 hours of sleep is drinking coffee. lots and lots of coffee.
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Next looks like it will be a big one then, 100k somewhere to qualify for the miler, 24hr track race 6 weeks before the miler and then 100 miles. I could theoretically use the 24hr to qualify for the miler, but I'd like to have gone to/over 100k more than once before tackling 100 miles.
reading this makes me feel like i've taken the bus to CRAZY-TOWN.
it also makes me feel instantly tired.
and sore.
and then tired some more.
maybe a little bit dead.
seriously, i had no idea things like "100 miles RUNNING" existed. sounds like wicked torture!
you know i'm teasing right? it's only because my vocabulary for running starts to stutter at HM and then go mute at marathon. wow, what an ambitious runner you are!0 -
@moyer566 I echo Ceci's comments it's great to see how you think 3 miles is a short run. Well done on making the progression to a runner. The more you run the faster you will get for the time being
@Just_Ceci looks like you are going to have to do some speed work to make the 10k under the hour comfortable enough to go around with your girls. I wish you the best of luck, although you don't need it. I know you have the tenacity to get it done.
@maggiekat7 nice going on those 5k runs and good luck with the 12k this weekend, just break it into smaller chunks and it will speed by. And taeliesyn is the "pusher" here, if he stays healthy and here's hoping he does, he racks up phenomenal mileage (kilometreage), paces people, acts as run director etc. He is an example to us all.
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Look how far you've come! 3 miles is a "short run"!short run (3 mi/31min). I am glad to see my speed come up and all. I wish i could have gotten up for the last day of w14 but the Packer game went long and i didn't get to bed till 11pm. 4am just seemed too early
I ran yesterday, 4 miles in around 42 minutes. I'm really trying to make myself run more. I have a combined 10k and 5k race on November 22 that I have to get ready for. I have to be able to run the 10k in under an hour so I can run the 5k with the girls I'm coaching in Girls on the Run.
amazing isnt it
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@moyer566 Great work, and you've definitely come far. 3mile short run.... how long ago was it that you started C25K?
@Just_Ceci Robbie's on the money and I'm sure you know it. 1 speed work session a week will definitely help. Good work on trying to run more. At least the bike helps with the cardio fitness.
@maggiekat7 Great work on your 5k's. You'll rock your 12. Give it time and settle into your life as a runner and you may end up aiming for stupid distances too. Honestly for me at least, the miler is less intimidating than a marathon (Which technically I've never ran) as you're expected to go slow, and walk, and stop n eat in a miler. Where a Marathon you're expected to go fast (for you). I know there are a few 150 & 200mile races in the US, and that's without looking at the multi stage races.
ps We're all crazy to someone! And the crazier the crowd you socialise and surround yourself with, the more warped your idea of 'normal' becomes. For example, I have a 47k trail race at the end of the year. I've just realised if I get into the 100k on Australia Day, that 47k race has to be ran as a training run. It's only when I stop and really think, that I realise 47k 'training' run isn't all that normal LOL
@ftrobbie I just enjoy running and the community over here and I like to give back to the community and see other runners achieve their goals and often exceed them.
Lets see for me, Sunday had a very cruisy 2k to keep my run streak going, otherwise it wouldn't have registered on Smashrun, and I honestly think it helps with the recovery. Monday I was already feeling ok'ish. So 8k by myself and then 3k with the dog, a few minor niggles but mostly legs felt good especially once warmed up.
Last night I was stupid enough to try my interval session. Warmup went well, heck even the first mile went reasonable, but then my hammy started twinging a little. I pushed to the end of my second mile and called the session a day after a very short cool down. I was 10s/km off pace, but actually pretty happy I managed to do 2miles at that pace (4:30/km--7:14/mi) a couple of days after running 47k.0 -
@Aine8046 Welcome! Great job on getting started!
@LLduds I know you were thankful for the rain this time of year in Houston! Awesome time!
@romyhorse
@ftrobbie Loved reading your run report! I am in awe of anyone who can run that far!
@moyer566 Beautiful! I've just recently started running with no music. I'm having mixed results.
Another ride for me yesterday- almost 34 miles. Today I will run!
Thanks!
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