Nervous for my first 10k in over a year
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Trolling--I think she read that "I am running a marathon" thread from yesterday and got inspired :drinker:
She actually contributed to yesterday's "I am running a marathon" thread and can run a Boston qualifyng marathon, so I am guessing this is about racing strategy as opposed to a training issue. Or trolling. I don't know, I'm a little confused.
My guess? She's a little nervous running the 10k because of the reasons she listed and thought to post questions in the LDR group. Then she realized that it could be framed in a way that suggests the thread from yesterday.
Note the mile 20 sign in her profile picture.0 -
So we aren't exactly comparing apples to apples here since my first 10k in over a year will likely be somewhere in the 55-60 min range, but I'll offer my 2 cents. Take the pressure off. Don't worry about it. Just go out and run and see what time you get. You may surprise yourself. Or you'll know where you are at in relation to your goal. Find another 10k in 6 weeks and do some specific training for it, you know, only if you can spare 6 weeks in your schedule of running marathons and 100 milers. ;-) You are fast!
GREAT picture of Meb!0 -
This is funny
It had the potential to be, but no it wasn't really funny. The idea was there but the delivery didn't really nail it.
If you know her, it is!0 -
This is funny
It had the potential to be, but no it wasn't really funny. The idea was there but the delivery didn't really nail it.
If you know her, it is!
No. No it isn't.0 -
Trolling--I think she read that "I am running a marathon" thread from yesterday and got inspired :drinker:
She actually contributed to yesterday's "I am running a marathon" thread and can run a Boston qualifyng marathon, so I am guessing this is about racing strategy as opposed to a training issue. Or trolling. I don't know, I'm a little confused.
My guess? She's a little nervous running the 10k because of the reasons she listed and thought to post questions in the LDR group. Then she realized that it could be framed in a way that suggests the thread from yesterday.
Note the mile 20 sign in her profile picture.
I don't know her and didn't look too closely at her profile picture. I did remember her from yesterday's post, I was aware she was a good runner. I only skimmed the thread and I realized after posting what was likely going on.
(I could be wrong again but I'm guessing your guess isn't really a guess)0 -
Trolling--I think she read that "I am running a marathon" thread from yesterday and got inspired :drinker:
She actually contributed to yesterday's "I am running a marathon" thread and can run a Boston qualifyng marathon, so I am guessing this is about racing strategy as opposed to a training issue. Or trolling. I don't know, I'm a little confused.
My guess? She's a little nervous running the 10k because of the reasons she listed and thought to post questions in the LDR group. Then she realized that it could be framed in a way that suggests the thread from yesterday.
Note the mile 20 sign in her profile picture.
I don't know her and didn't look too closely at her profile picture. I did remember her from yesterday's post, I was aware she was a good runner. I only skimmed the thread and I realized after posting what was likely going on.
(I could be wrong again but I'm guessing your guess isn't really a guess)
It's a guess. I don't know the whole psychology behind her motivation. For all I know, the Colorado thing could be right.
ETA - That's also how I've come up with my silly posts...that I put squarely into Fun & Games.0 -
This is funny
It had the potential to be, but no it wasn't really funny. The idea was there but the delivery didn't really nail it.
Truth.
It would seem that OP's attempt at cleverness has shown a distinct lack thereof.
Well, at least she's fast?0 -
This is funny
It had the potential to be, but no it wasn't really funny. The idea was there but the delivery didn't really nail it.
If you know her, it is!
Oh, then she should definitely use all of F&E for personal jokes that only her super secret cool kids clique will understand0 -
I thought it was funny. But I read through the "I am going to run a marathon in a year" thread from yesterday.0
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You're 22... think of your ovaries!
Running isn't bad for ovaries. Where did you get this nonsense???
:huh:
It will, however, make her uterus fall out.
True story.0 -
Slow down. Your pace is probably too fast. Shoot for a pace you can comfortably carry on a conversation with another person. Once you build up your stamina for that, speed will come.
I can barely speak after the first 2 miles of a 5k or 10k... Is that too fast?
Yes, it is. Think of your energy for a run like a gas tank. You can floor it and go 100 and burn through the gas super fast or you can go slower, say 60, and make it to your destination without hitchhiking. You can burn yourself out. A 10k is 6 miles, you need to plan accordingly. Most people plan for negative splits, meaning as they progress in the race, they start going faster for their mile times. It means conserving your energy in the beginning for a strong finish.
What if I get tired either way?
Well of course you'll be tired, you're running after all. But have you actually tried slowing down? Really?
And as for ending a 5k with a full blown asthma attack, 5ks are half the distance, you can push harder for a shorter amount of time and end on a really strong note. I sprint the ends of my races, no matter what, maybe with the exception of a marathon. But that doesn't mean I was sprinting the entire time.
Different distance races, different paces. Or just go all out and see what happens. It just depends on how and when you want to finish.
I ran slow at my first 10k in fear not not finishing. I could have ran much faster.
I can't find the balance
Appropriate race pace comes with practice. Lots and lots of practice...and even then, it can be elusive.
Enjoy your race in a few days...and then, when you get back to regular and consistent training for your next race, start figuring out the right pace for the distance for you at that particular time.
ETA: And in case I'm just dropping this into the middle of an inside joke in some MFP clique, this information may still be helpful for someone reading this thread not realizing the joke...since, you know, Fitness and Exercise.0 -
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Slow down. Your pace is probably too fast. Shoot for a pace you can comfortably carry on a conversation with another person. Once you build up your stamina for that, speed will come.
I can barely speak after the first 2 miles of a 5k or 10k... Is that too fast?
Yes, it is. Think of your energy for a run like a gas tank. You can floor it and go 100 and burn through the gas super fast or you can go slower, say 60, and make it to your destination without hitchhiking. You can burn yourself out. A 10k is 6 miles, you need to plan accordingly. Most people plan for negative splits, meaning as they progress in the race, they start going faster for their mile times. It means conserving your energy in the beginning for a strong finish.
What if I get tired either way?
Well of course you'll be tired, you're running after all. But have you actually tried slowing down? Really?
And as for ending a 5k with a full blown asthma attack, 5ks are half the distance, you can push harder for a shorter amount of time and end on a really strong note. I sprint the ends of my races, no matter what, maybe with the exception of a marathon. But that doesn't mean I was sprinting the entire time.
Different distance races, different paces. Or just go all out and see what happens. It just depends on how and when you want to finish.
I ran slow at my first 10k in fear not not finishing. I could have ran much faster.
I can't find the balance
Appropriate race pace comes with practice. Lots and lots of practice...and even then, it can be elusive.
Enjoy your race in a few days...and then, when you get back to regular and consistent training for your next race, start figuring out the right pace for the distance for you at that particular time.
ETA: And in case I'm just dropping this into the middle of an inside joke in some MFP clique, this information may still be helpful for someone reading this thread not realizing the joke...since, you know, Fitness and Exercise.
It's a real question, just lacking in some context. Running a one miler well can be difficult for somebody used to running 10ks,0 -
it's in over a year. why are you nervous? you have more than enough time to train for a marathon....if you just want to run a 10K, you've got pleeeeeeeeeeeenty of time to tackle your fears and setbacks so you can come out on top. all the people here have given great advice.0
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Slow down. Your pace is probably too fast. Shoot for a pace you can comfortably carry on a conversation with another person. Once you build up your stamina for that, speed will come.
I can barely speak after the first 2 miles of a 5k or 10k... Is that too fast?
Yes, it is. Think of your energy for a run like a gas tank. You can floor it and go 100 and burn through the gas super fast or you can go slower, say 60, and make it to your destination without hitchhiking. You can burn yourself out. A 10k is 6 miles, you need to plan accordingly. Most people plan for negative splits, meaning as they progress in the race, they start going faster for their mile times. It means conserving your energy in the beginning for a strong finish.
What if I get tired either way?
Well of course you'll be tired, you're running after all. But have you actually tried slowing down? Really?
And as for ending a 5k with a full blown asthma attack, 5ks are half the distance, you can push harder for a shorter amount of time and end on a really strong note. I sprint the ends of my races, no matter what, maybe with the exception of a marathon. But that doesn't mean I was sprinting the entire time.
Different distance races, different paces. Or just go all out and see what happens. It just depends on how and when you want to finish.
I ran slow at my first 10k in fear not not finishing. I could have ran much faster.
I can't find the balance
Appropriate race pace comes with practice. Lots and lots of practice...and even then, it can be elusive.
Enjoy your race in a few days...and then, when you get back to regular and consistent training for your next race, start figuring out the right pace for the distance for you at that particular time.
ETA: And in case I'm just dropping this into the middle of an inside joke in some MFP clique, this information may still be helpful for someone reading this thread not realizing the joke...since, you know, Fitness and Exercise.
It's a real question, just lacking in some context. Running a one miler well can be difficult for somebody used to running 10ks,
Racing a one miler is the devil, period. :laugh:0 -
Racing a one miler is the devil, period. :laugh:
Which leads into my next topic... I have my first 1 mile road race in less than a month. The thought of a one mile race has me nervous. My lungs burn, I lose my vision, my arms pump so hard, every part of my body aches. I feel as if I can't breathe from .12 into the race... I'd like to run sub 5:40
Help!!!0 -
Racing a one miler is the devil, period. :laugh:
Which leads into my next topic... I have my first 1 mile road race in less than a month. The thought of a one mile race has me nervous. My lungs burn, I lose my vision, my arms pump so hard, every part of my body aches. I feel as if I can't breathe from .12 into the race... I'd like to run sub 5:40
Help!!!
I guess I'm not part of your cool kid's clique, b/c I don't get it. Dang. This is how you find out you're not cool, huh?
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Racing a one miler is the devil, period. :laugh:
Which leads into my next topic... I have my first 1 mile road race in less than a month. The thought of a one mile race has me nervous. My lungs burn, I lose my vision, my arms pump so hard, every part of my body aches. I feel as if I can't breathe from .12 into the race... I'd like to run sub 5:40
Help!!!
Hijacking your own troll thread? What the hell?0 -
Racing a one miler is the devil, period. :laugh:
Which leads into my next topic... I have my first 1 mile road race in less than a month. The thought of a one mile race has me nervous. My lungs burn, I lose my vision, my arms pump so hard, every part of my body aches. I feel as if I can't breathe from .12 into the race... I'd like to run sub 5:40
Help!!!
Hijacking your own troll thread? What the hell?
it would make sense if you knew her0 -
Racing a one miler is the devil, period. :laugh:
Which leads into my next topic... I have my first 1 mile road race in less than a month. The thought of a one mile race has me nervous. My lungs burn, I lose my vision, my arms pump so hard, every part of my body aches. I feel as if I can't breathe from .12 into the race... I'd like to run sub 5:40
Help!!!
That sounds about the right pacing to me.0
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