February Running Challenge

2/1 - 2/6 no running
2/7 - 2.1 miles
2/8 - 2.1 miles
2/9 - PT day so I didn't run
2/10 - 2.1 miles (amount allowed by PT)
2/11 - 2.5 miles
2/12 - 2.0 miles
2/13 - PT - rest day
2/14 - 3.5 miles (PT upped me to one 2 mi and one 3 mile run over the weekend)
2/15 - 2.1 miles
2/16 - PT - rest day
2/17 - 2.8 miles (PT said I can start adding miles this week) My body needs to get used to running in the cold again, I'm like a car my oil needs to warm up LOL It was 18 degrees at run time 8 degrees as the feel like temp.
2/18 - I'm a baby and didn't run in the windy snow
2/19 - 3.5 miles (8F feels like -3F) gotta say I LOVED this run, not for how I felt but because it was so crisp and clear and NO wind.

22.7 miles out of 40

LoneWolfRunner wrote: »

Elise4270 wrote: »

There a HM the end of march I'd like to make. But I don't think I'm logging enough miles. Feedback welcome. Currently 8-10 miles a week, slowly building. I have chronic back pain so I'm reluctant to push to hard. There is a HM in October I'd like to make. I can always do the quarter marathon if my back gets in the way of training. I'm open to much guidance

I'm not sure if 8-10 miles a week will have you ready for a HM by the end of March, unless you can get at least one 10 mile run in sometime the next two or three weeks. You could probably push yourself to finish but it might not be a very pleasant experience, especially with a bad back. You might want to start increasing your weekly miles by 10% per week for a while. That will give you a slow steady build that should not aggravate your back. In my opinion (and there a lots and lots are far better runners here than me, so you might want to listen to them), you would do much better at a HM after you have built up to a steady base of 20-25 miles per week. Then you would slay it.

@Elise4270‌ - I definitely agree with @LoneWolfRunner‌ on this one. I too think you need to be able to run a good 8-10 mile long run before you go for a HM. A 10% increase per week is a good gentle amount to increase and not incur an injury or aggravate your back and this should have you ready for the race in October. Running a 5k or a 10k is also a fun way to experience the race day fun now without having to run too far. Maybe the race in March is also offering a 5k then you could run that instead of the HM.

@LoneWolfRunner‌ @shanaber‌ @skippygirlsmom‌

Thanks everyone. Thats what I thought. I've started hormone replacement therapy and it has really improved my motivation and the miles seem to come a bit easier. I'll find a training plan for the HM and get in a few 5-10k's by october.

I'm just so happy to finally be gaining ground!

Keeping on keeping on. I'm just barely on track for goal.

I've really enjoyed reading other peoples' dog stories (even the terrible ones - shudder). It looks like I was lucky compared to a couple of you. I've decided to stick to more of the main street and less neighborhoods so I can avoid most dog problems altogether. Of course, now I have the new danger of traffic and the irritation of exhaust fumes and noise. I envy the trail runners up north where the forest is a little more welcoming than here in Florida. It seems like everything here wants to either bite you, sting you, or poke you..... I think I'd rather brave dogs and cars than snakes, lol


02/01/2015 - 9.03 Miles - Cumulative 9.03 Miles
02/03/2015 - 4.20 Miles - Cumulative 13.23 Miles
02/05/2015 - 4.22 Miles - Cumulative 17.45 Miles
02/07/2015 - 9.37 Miles - Cumulative 26.82 Miles
02/10/2015 - 7.70 Miles - Cumulative 34.52 Miles (Twinge in left heel - had to cut run a little short)
02/12/2015 - 0 Miles - Did tons of stationary bike/elliptical/arc machine to keep up the cardio.
02/15/2015 - 10.36 Miles - Cumulative 44.88 Miles (Heel was fine after a few days rest, thank goodness)
02/17/2015 - 5.10 Miles - Cumulative 49.98 Miles


GOAL: 80 Miles

LoneWolfRunner wrote: »

@Elise4270... the fact that you are running with bilateral pars fractures speaks volumes. You don't get any easy runs. I have anklyosing spondylitis which trashed both hips, so I have a pretty good sense of what you go through to get your miles. Hats off to you... you are one tough customer...

Aw, it's so nice to come across another with a similar situation. I still haven't gotten it in my head that I CAN'T pace like everyone else. I just keep trying. The AS doesn't sound any better than pars fractures. My sympathies. Thank you so much for the acknowledgement!

I'll probably have a CT later this year to get a better picture of what's going on. I have an excellent surgeon on hold. I just don't what to give up running. I'm stubborn.

Blessed miles to you! (And your poor SI joints)

Woohoo! I finally have daylight before work, and was able to log my 2nd February run!
Thurs 2/19 2.67 miles
Sat 2/7 2 miles
Feb goal: 48 miles; 43.33 to go

2/1--rest
2/2--kickboxing
2/3--1.43 miles & Zumba
2/4--1.7 miles & Group Power
2/5--sick day
2/6--sick day
2/7--4.49 miles
2/8--rest day
2/9--1.92 miles & Group Power
2/10-boot camp
2/11-kickboxing
2/12-Zumba & 1.7 miles
2/13-MuscleWorx
2/14-5.9 miles & Yoga
2/15-rest day
2/16-SL 5x5
2/17- rest day
2/18-3.59 miles treadmill
2/19-3.64 miles treadmill

skippygirlsmom wrote: »

@gabbo34 have a great weekend
@dfnewcombe you are killing it to get to your goal, great job
@stoshew71 did you defrost from this morning's run yet? nice job as usual
@lonewolfrunner I see you are back to BBBBBRRRRR!! again
@ddmom0811 39F hey we can laugh that we would love 39 but I know when you are not used to that it's cold. My mom is in Tampa area and said she had her winter coat out yesterday LOL
@elise4270 I have to agree with LoneWolf on your HM in March, it think it's too soon with the mileage you are doing. You don't want your first to be a miserable experience. I would work towards the October HM and throw in some 5Ks and 10Ks along the way. I'm certainly no expert and I didn't even sleep at a Holiday Inn last night

Thanks @skippygirlsmom‌ I appreciate the encouragement!!. I am trying to get ready to get ready for a half marathon in May..... I've been working with a trainer for strength training and suggestions to increase my mileage. We will see how it goes! Fortunately, I don't have the weather conditions so many others are suffering with.... getting outside most days is not a hardship like so many others....

I am inspired by the successes of so many on this board! Thanks for sharing your stories-this is my first month joining the challenge. I am looking forward to keeping up with this!

Feb 1--- 5 miles
Feb 2--- REST DAY
Feb 3--- 7 miles
Feb 4--- 6 miles
Feb 5--- 6 miles
Feb 6--- 6 miles
Feb 7--- 14 miles
Feb 8--- 5 miles
Feb 9--- REST DAY
Feb 10--- 7 miles
Feb 11--- 5 miles
Feb 12--- 5 miles
Feb 13--- 5 miles
Feb 14--- 13.16 miles
Feb 15--- 5 miles
Feb 16--- REST DAY
Feb 17--- 7 miles
Feb 18--- 8 miles
Feb 19--- 7 miles

Total: 111.16 miles
Goal: 170