Daily Check In Thread -- 10k+ version
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Tim, you are a rock star.
Aww, thanks! Among the people in our Sunday group run I feel like such a newbie. They are all very accomplished runners. I really learn a lot on those long runs.0 -
Tim & Laura, you are both awesome!
I'm a weather-wuss, it seems. I was hoping to run outdoors today but there's still snow about on the roads & sidewalks, so I treadmilled it.
The treadmill is set up in a sunroom and we've recently put a tv in there to try to ward off my treadmill boredom. I've been running 7.5Km/hr during the programs and 8.5Km/hr during commercial breaks. The average commercial break is 3-5 minutes long. Today, I was watching a Christmas movie and the commercial breaks were 6-8 minutes long.
It did wonders for my time, though.....6K in 47:50. I passed 5K in 39:30. Anything under 40 minutes is great for me.0 -
Great run, Tim, despite the weather!
Good idea Laura with interspersing the treadmill running with the weight training to mix it up a little.
I loved finding out that chocolate is a good weight loss tool!
Didn't get out early this morning for my run for various reasons. Then had to get to the dog training building for the freestyle taping. What a fiasco! Getting all ready, then having them start the wrong music. Then having the right music start, but halfway into the song. All of the dogs, not just mine, but everyone's got distracted and started wandering off during the song or quit all together. I really wish that the dogs that did the practice with me a week ago Friday had come to this taping, but they seem to have sent some substitutes in instead of them. I guess we'll try again in April. The guy who took the videos will send a copy of each dogs' performance to me, but I have little hope that either of them is good enough to submit.
Varda, here's a video of me and Free
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLNzv1pXzxY
You have to realize that 1) Free was the dog I started freestyle with as a retirement sport for her, so I only worked with her, not the boys until this summer, and 2) we are both rank beginners at this and 3) when this was done, Free was just a couple months short of her 14th birthday.
Edited! Forgot to add my run! The purpose of this post! Anyway, because everything was upset and delayed, i didn't get in the long run that I wanted, so instead I tried to do hills. I walked down my street for 5 minutes which put me at the bottom of a hill with a gradual incline. I ran up the hill. The other side of the hill has a much sharper decline/incline. I ran slowly down it than up it as fast as I could, five times. Then I jogged down the gradual side and then walked the 5 minutes home. Hopefully that's the way to do hills. I was just guessing, but it did make me gasp for breath quite a bit.0 -
Great workouts everyone!!!! I ran yesterday but I'm so wiped I only got 3.5 with 2 walk breaks ;( on the plus side I ate more chocolate and lost more weight!!!! No idea what is going on. I added protein shakes to my diet on sat, not sure if that's helping this phenomenon, but I'll keep you posted!
And... Yesterday was my 5 month running anniversary!!!!
tonight I may bike or something, even tho all I want to do is run, even if some days I have no energy.... 0 -
I hit the gym Friday and did 10k on the elliptical, 10 minutes on the stationary bike, and 10 minutes on the rowing machine.
Saturday, I did Zumba and a circuit on the weight machines, followed by miles and miles of walking (shopping!)
The weather still sucks!0 -
I finally got back on and caught up on everyone’s posts. Great progress all of you! I am not tolerating my forced break very well. It’s not helping that the snow has melted away, the rain has stopped, and the last few days were perfect running weather – dry and between 50-60 degrees!
Congratulations on an Amazing year Tim! Your photos were so excellent. I love the moments you caught. But how will you run and be photographer?
Happy Anniversary Varda!!! I’m going to need your advice when I start back up running again…sounds like I might need to start with run/walk again. I love that bear picture!!!! LOL!!!
Rindy, glad to hear you are mended and getting back on track. I’m really excited for you to have found a running group! I can’t wait for mine to start up again in February.
Ceci, I’m interested to know what lap counter app you found. I can’t run, so that energy must have channeled into my driving. I got my first speeding ticket-14 miles over the limit…don’t know yet how much it will cost, but it may delay my Garmin watch purchase. ☹ Glad to hear the weather let you get back on the bike, since that seems to be your favorite activity. ☺ Sorry about your blood blister…ow! BTW, 6 miles on the elliptical is crazy!
Laura, what make and model are your new shoes? I have trouble with shoes sliding on my heel. It hasn’t caused any blisters, but they are Asics…so I’m curious. I laughed so hard reading about your “religious” experience at the running store! Maybe once I’m through all this leg business, I will treat myself to a visit to the Erie run store.
Plexgut, congratulations on your great 5K time! The commercial break speed ups sure help the monotony.
Rduhlir, your running crowd sounds a bit rowdy! LOL!
Madmiss, congratulations on your new buddy! 11.4 min/mile chatting is pretty awesome! I will be working some chocolate into my diet. It’s a macro category, right?
Btsinmd, I watched the you tube of you and Free. Wow! What teamwork! And congrats for having it all together during this hectic holiday time. I should channel some of my excess energy into organizing and planning like that! Enjoy your vacation. Hills are awesome!
Keep killing it, all of you. I’m living vicariously. Oh, and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! :-)0 -
Ceci, I’m interested to know what lap counter app you found. I can’t run, so that energy must have channeled into my driving. I got my first speeding ticket-14 miles over the limit…don’t know yet how much it will cost, but it may delay my Garmin watch purchase. ☹ Glad to hear the weather let you get back on the bike, since that seems to be your favorite activity. ☺ Sorry about your blood blister…ow! BTW, 6 miles on the elliptical is crazy!
The app I found is called "Clicker"- pretty basic! I have found that I like the elliptical better than the treadmill. I guess it's kind of a cross between running and riding?
I am so thankful for cruise control! Probably saved me from hundreds of tickets!0 -
Congratulations on an Amazing year Tim! Your photos were so excellent. I love the moments you caught. But how will you run and be photographer?
Thank you! I will photograph events that I would not typically run. Like the Women's 5K and the Peachtree Jr. And a handful of other smaller events. I'll run the three major Atlanta Track Club events where Marathonfoto will already be there. I wanted to volunteer next year anyway so I think this is a good way to give back (I'm not charging much for my services in exchange for free entry in ATC events for my wife & I).0 -
Started training for my next 10k today, it's only 14 weeks away, yikes! It's come round so quickly.0
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Laura, what make and model are your new shoes? I have trouble with shoes sliding on my heel. It hasn’t caused any blisters, but they are Asics…so I’m curious. I laughed so hard reading about your “religious” experience at the running store! Maybe once I’m through all this leg business, I will treat myself to a visit to the Erie run store.
I posted on your wall too, but I bought Mizuno Wave 14. I have the same problem in the heel with my Asics. The Mizuno are narrower through the middle of the foot, and they're more rigid than the Asics, but still fairly lightweight. I like a secure fit with my shoe and I'm liking them so far.0 -
I posted on your wall too, but I bought Mizuno Wave 14. I have the same problem in the heel with my Asics. The Mizuno are narrower through the middle of the foot, and they're more rigid than the Asics, but still fairly lightweight. I like a secure fit with my shoe and I'm liking them so far.
I'm going to try those out early next year. I like the fit of Mizuno's for my narrow feet and they are a bit more responsive (stiffer). Adidas has a few models I want to try too.0 -
Congratulations on an Amazing year Tim! Your photos were so excellent. I love the moments you caught. But how will you run and be photographer?
Thank you! I will photograph events that I would not typically run. Like the Women's 5K and the Peachtree Jr. And a handful of other smaller events. I'll run the three major Atlanta Track Club events where Marathonfoto will already be there. I wanted to volunteer next year anyway so I think this is a good way to give back (I'm not charging much for my services in exchange for free entry in ATC events for my wife & I).
What a great idea! Nice!0 -
Laura, what make and model are your new shoes? I have trouble with shoes sliding on my heel. It hasn’t caused any blisters, but they are Asics…so I’m curious. I laughed so hard reading about your “religious” experience at the running store! Maybe once I’m through all this leg business, I will treat myself to a visit to the Erie run store.
I posted on your wall too, but I bought Mizuno Wave 14. I have the same problem in the heel with my Asics. The Mizuno are narrower through the middle of the foot, and they're more rigid than the Asics, but still fairly lightweight. I like a secure fit with my shoe and I'm liking them so far.
That's what the run shop fitted my daughter for...different salesperson. I will have to check those out.0 -
Ceci, I’m interested to know what lap counter app you found. I can’t run, so that energy must have channeled into my driving. I got my first speeding ticket-14 miles over the limit…don’t know yet how much it will cost, but it may delay my Garmin watch purchase. ☹ Glad to hear the weather let you get back on the bike, since that seems to be your favorite activity. ☺ Sorry about your blood blister…ow! BTW, 6 miles on the elliptical is crazy!
The app I found is called "Clicker"- pretty basic! I have found that I like the elliptical better than the treadmill. I guess it's kind of a cross between running and riding?
I am so thankful for cruise control! Probably saved me from hundreds of tickets!
My first thought was "Why didn't I set cruise control?!" Doh.
I will check out clicker, thanks!0 -
We had our Secret Santa at work on Thursday. I got running socks as part of my present! Was really pleased that someone had put a bit of thought into it.0
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We had our Secret Santa at work on Thursday. I got running socks as part of my present! Was really pleased that someone had put a bit of thought into it.
Nice!
We had ours Monday last week, and the results were mixed. Some people obviously put a lot of thought into it and others clearly didn't. I got a new pair of work slippers and a really nice glass water bottle with a rubber protective sleeve. The water bottle is too heavy to haul around on a workout, but is perfect for getting my water in at work.0 -
We had our Secret Santa at work on Thursday. I got running socks as part of my present! Was really pleased that someone had put a bit of thought into it.
That's cool! We used to do Secret Santa but now we just draw numbers and grab unmarked gifts. We have the option to steal someone else's or pick a new gift. Someone stole mine and I ended up with the last remaining gift. It was a $15 Dunkin Donuts gift card and five lottery scratch-offs. One of the tickets was a $25 winner so I came out ahead.
Right now I'm enjoying some salted caramel biscotti with my coffee as I prepare for a short morning run. Tonight the local running store is having a "Jingle Jog" where we run through the neighborhoods with lights and jingle bells. Should be fun!0 -
We had our Secret Santa at work on Thursday. I got running socks as part of my present! Was really pleased that someone had put a bit of thought into it.
That's awesome! You know you are a runner when...you get excited about socks for Christmas!0 -
7 miles, 5 of which were 10.26 to 10.50 - so happy!!!! Never done this before at that "caliber" lol for that distance, and set a new pb for 3 miles - 31.21 which is a 50 second improvement!!!!! Did I mention I'm so happy!!!!
Also - if you eat chocolate and do not run, you will gain .2 lbs lol merry Christmas everyone!!!!! 0 -
Congratulations on an Amazing year Tim! Your photos were so excellent. I love the moments you caught. But how will you run and be photographer?
Thank you! I will photograph events that I would not typically run. Like the Women's 5K and the Peachtree Jr. And a handful of other smaller events. I'll run the three major Atlanta Track Club events where Marathonfoto will already be there. I wanted to volunteer next year anyway so I think this is a good way to give back (I'm not charging much for my services in exchange for free entry in ATC events for my wife & I).
I'll come say hi at the PT Junior ????0 -
7 miles, 5 of which were 10.26 to 10.50 - so happy!!!! Never done this before at that "caliber" lol for that distance, and set a new pb for 3 miles - 31.21 which is a 50 second improvement!!!!! Did I mention I'm so happy!!!!
Also - if you eat chocolate and do not run, you will gain .2 lbs lol merry Christmas everyone!!!!!
❤️???????????????? Love it! ????????????????❤️0 -
7 miles, 5 of which were 10.26 to 10.50 - so happy!!!! Never done this before at that "caliber" lol for that distance, and set a new pb for 3 miles - 31.21 which is a 50 second improvement!!!!! Did I mention I'm so happy!!!!
Also - if you eat chocolate and do not run, you will gain .2 lbs lol merry Christmas everyone!!!!!
Thanks for the warning!
Terrific run! Both the distance and the speed; really good!0 -
7 miles, 5 of which were 10.26 to 10.50 - so happy!!!! Never done this before at that "caliber" lol for that distance, and set a new pb for 3 miles - 31.21 which is a 50 second improvement!!!!! Did I mention I'm so happy!!!!
Also - if you eat chocolate and do not run, you will gain .2 lbs lol merry Christmas everyone!!!!!
That's an awesome run! Speedy woman!
Have been eating chocolate. Haven't run since Saturday. Drat.0 -
Okay I went and ran 4 miles. Back to my chocolate....0
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Merry Christmas everyone!!
Last night was the first "Jingle Jog" with the local running store. We all wore bells and whatever Christmas-y stuff we had. I counted at least 40 people - not bad for Christmas Eve. Everyone said they were just going to "take it easy" but I ended up running the 3 miles at 8:51 pace! I had already ran 3.5 miles in the morning so I was feeling pretty tired at the end (and still tired this morning). They had cupcakes & cookies waiting for us at the store but sadly nothing hot to drink (it was COLD!).
I hope everyone has a great day!0 -
Tim that really is a quick run through the Christmas lights! Hot cocoa would have been nice at the end.0
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Merry Christmas everyone!!!! Wow on your run Tim! Santa (aka husband) bought me the cw-x running tights for a present!!!' Holy awesome, I don't think I will ever take them off. Why does all my wonderful running gear make all my other clothes feel sooooo crappy! What a wonderful present. Means a lot, he did so much research!!!!0
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Whew! Glad you got the warning (that you had to run for the chocolate to work for weightloss) in time to get the run in!Okay I went and ran 4 miles. Back to my chocolate....
Yesterday I got to my parents and then went for a run with my sister and much younger brother, and my two dogs. Cathy is a year younger and as unfit as I was last year. John is much younger and quite fit. We decided to do day 1 week 1 of C25K. Cathy was red faced and panting by the end, but she did it! John seemed to enjoy the walk (he rarely broke into a run) and I was thrilled at how easy it all was. Both of us ran at Cathy's pace so that she didn't feel out of place and I think we all had fun. I compared it on RunDouble to my first day of C25K and the time was very close. Now, I can't believe I found it that difficult, but I did, way back in May.0 -
Whew! Glad you got the warning (that you had to run for the chocolate to work for weightloss) in time to get the run in!Okay I went and ran 4 miles. Back to my chocolate....
Yesterday I got to my parents and then went for a run with my sister and much younger brother, and my two dogs. Cathy is a year younger and as unfit as I was last year. John is much younger and quite fit. We decided to do day 1 week 1 of C25K. Cathy was red faced and panting by the end, but she did it! John seemed to enjoy the walk (he rarely broke into a run) and I was thrilled at how easy it all was. Both of us ran at Cathy's pace so that she didn't feel out of place and I think we all had fun. I compared it on RunDouble to my first day of C25K and the time was very close. Now, I can't believe I found it that difficult, but I did, way back in May.
That's so great bts - it's crazy how far we've all come, it's hard to remember somedays what it felt like to barley be able to run 30 seconds.... Great that you went at her pace, it would be awesome for her to do the program, I would love to mentor someone through it since it changed my life so much!
And yes, run before chocolate is important. (Or after). I went three miles to make up for mine today lol -0 -
Hello!
So I can't even pretend I have caught up with what has been going on with you all. I am just going to assume you are all still awesome, or if not currently awesome, you are planning to be in the near future.
I have had barely a minute to fit in things like showering, wrapping Christmas presents or sleeping (Ok, there has been sleep - I DO NOT skimp on sleep if there is the slightest option). So running has only been wedged in when I can. Managed 3 days last week, but so far this week only today. Didn't feel great today, but if runtastic is to be believed it was decently quick. I suppose half the time the wind was behind me, so it balanced out the parts where it was like running into a wall! I hope to get out again tomorrow morning, but that relies on me getting out of bed...
The parkrun on Saturday was in nasty conditions. Really wet, only just above freezing, a biting wind, especially at the top of the park and hailstones at the end... BUT! Personal Record on that course by nearly a minute (30:44 on a hilly 5k - so not breaking anybody else's records). I was not expecting that because it not feel particularly speedy and I thought I had started off too fast (it starts straight up a looooong slow hill) but the last km I was racing a 15 year old boy who looked really pissed off at me overtaking him and I think that helped. I am still in the last 10% of finishers every time but they are all so nice I don't care. I hope to get along again this weekend and will try to match that.
Folk on my friends list will know my weight has been a bit mental. I have been eating really badly (hello 5000 actual calories today, as a very conservative estimate) but the weight has been falling off. I can actually see it in my face. I suspect this has a lot to do with the mentalness of work and the long long long winter hours... As of this morning I am only 3lb from what I have set as my ultimate goal. As of tomorrow morning I expect it to be at least 9lbs away but today was yum!0
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