Did you run today?
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I'm using Higdons novice 1 and have found it very doable. I'm pregnant and sub an extra rest day for the cross train day, and feel as though even without I'll be plenty ready.0
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Feeling a supreme lack of energy today. So. Despite getting dressed and lacing up sneakers I skipped the programs 3 miles this afternoon. With 5 yesterday and the 10 running buddy and I planned for the morning I decided it was a better idea to rest. Then felt lazy later, so called a friend who came and we went for a walk. We did 4.25 miles in 1:10:59 My plan calls for a 10k tomorrkw. Buddy and I decided for an additional long run instead. Going to do a 10 mile loop first thing.0
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Well 3 weeks to my 1/2. Still recovering from my 2 weeks of being ill. My chest is still a little congested, Only ran 1k on Wednesday legs were ok but my lungs were to congested and had a hard time breathing. 3 weeks of no cardio is killing me LOL. May jump on the bike today as its easier on my cardio and may ease me back into the grove.0
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Did my 10 with running buddy. She said she would stay with me, up until a 10:30 min mile, so pressure was mostly off... didn't feel as good as I did on last weekends long run, but pace was significantly faster than running with my dad! Did the 10 miles in 1:39:26, a 9:56 min mile compared to the up over 11 min mile last weekend! Didn't sleep well, my itches had me up, and as i finally was getting back to sleep a little one woke up with the pukes. I laid in bed and thougjt a lot and woke up worried about the run. Glad to have it done, it wasnt as bad as i had worked it up to be! Think the race day pace needs to be somewhere in between... i feel like I'd rather take the rest of the day off, but busy Saturday does not allow that! I'm finding recovery take more time now...0
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FireStorm1972 wrote: »Well 3 weeks to my 1/2. Still recovering from my 2 weeks of being ill. My chest is still a little congested, Only ran 1k on Wednesday legs were ok but my lungs were to congested and had a hard time breathing. 3 weeks of no cardio is killing me LOL. May jump on the bike today as its easier on my cardio and may ease me back into the grove.
Hope you continue to feel better! It must be so frustrating!
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I did a Fun Run Glow Run on Friday night with a friend from work. She smashed her 5k PR. We had a blast!
I tried a brick on Saturday (bike- run). That was one very hard mile of running. I'm definitely not ready for a duathlon any time soon!0 -
Attempting a 10k run today, still a little congested, deffinitly not gonna be a record time today LOL.0
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First long run in a while and mentally really struggled, so there was a lot of walking. 11.5 miles in 2 hours 20. 2 weeks until my half and I am really not expecting to run well on the day.0
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well just did 10k. 15mins off pace. not bad for not running for the past 3 weeks. Lungs still congested didn't help, had to walk a lot. 1st 1.5 km felt like i was hacking up a lung lol. But still felt good to get out and run/walk. Knee was acking as expected for not running for 3 weeks and pushing a 10k. May 10th is my half.0
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FireStorm1972 wrote: »well just did 10k. 15mins off pace. not bad for not running for the past 3 weeks. Lungs still congested didn't help, had to walk a lot. 1st 1.5 km felt like i was hacking up a lung lol. But still felt good to get out and run/walk. Knee was acking as expected for not running for 3 weeks and pushing a 10k. May 10th is my half.
I'm sure you'll catch back up to your normal level of fitness before your half. Seems like you have a really good base.
Ran 8 today. Realized I screwed up on my training when I planned out the weeks b/c I did it so late and then missed a few on vacation (was skiing and the roadways weren't great for running). So, I improvised today (was supposed to be five, with 13.5 next week, followed by five, then the half). My long run will be only 5 next week and then it's the half.
I took it slower today b/c I'm still getting used to the new shoes. Newtons are a little different. Even though I already run that way, it works my calves a lot more. Ouch. Thank goodness for foam rollers...
@Just_Ceci I'm looking at a Glow 5K in June. Looks like a fun type of run!
Thanks for letting me jump in late for my half. I can't believe it's nearly here and I appreciate being able to chat about it to someone who isn't my family.
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gabella0603 wrote: »FireStorm1972 wrote: »well just did 10k. 15mins off pace. not bad for not running for the past 3 weeks. Lungs still congested didn't help, had to walk a lot. 1st 1.5 km felt like i was hacking up a lung lol. But still felt good to get out and run/walk. Knee was acking as expected for not running for 3 weeks and pushing a 10k. May 10th is my half.
I'm sure you'll catch back up to your normal level of fitness before your half. Seems like you have a really good base.
Ran 8 today. Realized I screwed up on my training when I planned out the weeks b/c I did it so late and then missed a few on vacation (was skiing and the roadways weren't great for running). So, I improvised today (was supposed to be five, with 13.5 next week, followed by five, then the half). My long run will be only 5 next week and then it's the half.
I took it slower today b/c I'm still getting used to the new shoes. Newtons are a little different. Even though I already run that way, it works my calves a lot more. Ouch. Thank goodness for foam rollers...
@Just_Ceci I'm looking at a Glow 5K in June. Looks like a fun type of run!
Thanks for letting me jump in late for my half. I can't believe it's nearly here and I appreciate being able to chat about it to someone who isn't my family.
Ya legs are feeling good, Just this congestion is effecting my breathing. Usually I can keep my HR at about 135bpm but today breathing heavy I was at like 155bpm but came down near the end of the run as I was able to breath a bit better. Thanx all for the encouragement.0 -
gabella0603 wrote: »
Thanks for letting me jump in late for my half. I can't believe it's nearly here and I appreciate being able to chat about it to someone who isn't my family.
I agree, this group has really helped me, knowing there are others going through thw same stuff. Less than 2 weeks to go!0 -
My legs are a little sore from my 10k yesterday. Normally I feel nothing but this 3 weeks off killed me and so close to my half 8( 2 more weeks of full training and then its game time0
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I think there are several of us with our halves that same weekend: may 9 - 10!
Pouring rain today, so 3 miles at the y. I havn't been on the treadmill for a long time. It was hard!! I sure do prefer running outside. I forgot to look at my time when I finished, and did a walk to cool down, so i can't be sure. I started at a 10 min mile then upped to 9:20 for a bit, then at 9:40 to finish.
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Yep May10 at 7:55am. With my recent flu and lack of training for 3 weeks, my goal time of 2h10mins has probably gone out the door. hoping for 2h30min now unless I can get my cardio back up in the next 3 weeks.0
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FireStorm1972 wrote: »Yep May10 at 7:55am. With my recent flu and lack of training for 3 weeks, my goal time of 2h10mins has probably gone out the door. hoping for 2h30min now unless I can get my cardio back up in the next 3 weeks.
That's my same situation. I put myself in the 2:15-2:30 wave group, but was secretly hoping for 2:10 or even closer to 2... now, as I get farther into the pregnancy I'm going to hope for 2:30 but be happy with a finish!!0 -
I went out for a run yesterday on one of my favorite trails. It was so nice to just run, without having to think about training goals! Have fun out there!0
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I went out for a run yesterday on one of my favorite trails. It was so nice to just run, without having to think about training goals! Have fun out there!
Running buddy and I were talking last night about post half goals, and we're saying this very thing! Will be nice to just run again. I'll slow down as babys birthday approaches (and summer heat hits!) But she was saying how she will be happier with out the "pressure" to run!
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Just ran 5k...32:30, abit of from my 29ish minutes. Chest starting to clear, but my HR is still way higher than usual, causing a few walking breaks. legs feel good. Breathing is under control just gotta build the cardio up too lower my HR. Slowing comming back.
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FireStorm1972 wrote: »Yep May10 at 7:55am. With my recent flu and lack of training for 3 weeks, my goal time of 2h10mins has probably gone out the door. hoping for 2h30min now unless I can get my cardio back up in the next 3 weeks.
That's my same situation. I put myself in the 2:15-2:30 wave group, but was secretly hoping for 2:10 or even closer to 2... now, as I get farther into the pregnancy I'm going to hope for 2:30 but be happy with a finish!!
Just competing in a 1/2 while being pregnant is an accomplishment all in itself. I admire your strength to compete and to push yourself. that goes for all of you in here, I was all set before the flu put me out for 3 weeks, but I'm fighting back and hopefully be near a 100% to where I left off but we'll see. keep pushing ahead ladies, WE GOT THIS !!0 -
@FireStorm1972 you totally have this. The adrenalin on race day will pull you through. You'll be great and finish strong.
I ran for 40 minutes today (the plan I follow has minute goals Tu/Thu & distance for the weekend long run). Unfortunately, I did not get out before the winds hit. 26mph winds are not fun to run into. What is fun, though? Having them at your back on the way home! If only I could run that fast normally. Ha!
I'm probably looking at a 2:30-2:40 half on 5/2 (oh, and I'm not pregnant!). But, in December I was in no shape to do this at all. Now, I'm looking at staying on my feet for 2-1/2 hours. Not bad. I just have to remember how far I've come vs. how short I am of what I think I should be doing.
@Just_Ceci, I think I need a goal to run for. I'd like to get to that point of running just for the fun of it.
Finally, GO BLACKHAWKS! (sorry - had to get that out there - TV is on)
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FireStorm1972 wrote: »FireStorm1972 wrote: »Yep May10 at 7:55am. With my recent flu and lack of training for 3 weeks, my goal time of 2h10mins has probably gone out the door. hoping for 2h30min now unless I can get my cardio back up in the next 3 weeks.
That's my same situation. I put myself in the 2:15-2:30 wave group, but was secretly hoping for 2:10 or even closer to 2... now, as I get farther into the pregnancy I'm going to hope for 2:30 but be happy with a finish!!
Just competing in a 1/2 while being pregnant is an accomplishment all in itself. I admire your strength to compete and to push yourself. that goes for all of you in here, I was all set before the flu put me out for 3 weeks, but I'm fighting back and hopefully be near a 100% to where I left off but we'll see. keep pushing ahead ladies, WE GOT THIS !!
Ditto, I can't imagine having the energy to run during pregnancy. And you will do great, FireStorm, those race day endorphins will kick in. I bet you surprise yourself.
Ceci, I've been looking at a glow run, too, they sound fun! I can't do a color run (the powder would aggravate my asthma), so I might give one a whirl as I start preparing.
I ground out 3 measly miles on the treadmill today. I am so in awe of all the long runs everyone is doing, and I can't wait to be there myself. Just going to keep on keeping on--I decided to start the Hal Higdon novice plan, so I know I will get there! My half isn't until September, so I have all summer to increase the mileage.0 -
the long runs in the Hal Higdons programs are the key. try and do the long distance in the program even if you have to walk it. It builds your endurance. Worry about speed later.0
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I'm doing Higdon too, and have to agree- the plan does work! But, you have to do it!!
Thanks all, for the words of encouragement. I'm glad to have found you all!
I agree, @FireStorm1972, you'll do great day of! The training will kick in despite the illness you suffered from!
Today was 3.24 miles in 33:01. my hilly route at home, gets harder and harder! Will do 5 on the flat tomorrow0 -
skipped 10k today since i had to start work at 430am and was way to tired after work. plan to run 10k instead of 5k tomorrow.
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Ran 4 miles today in 40:24. Wind was quite a bit less today, thankfully.
The plan I've been mostly following is Jeff Galloway's walk-run program. I thought that with being so far out of shape and not having enough time to really train, I'd use his program to at least finish the half without injury. As I've progressed, I've not been taking as many walking breaks as I should, but I keep to a slow pace to just get to the mileage. Helps on long runs for me to go slowly b/c I can concentrate on keeping my shoulders relaxed as they tend to tense up when I'm not paying attention, or keeping my right foot pointed straight ahead as it likes to drift to the right. For the half in November I'll use Hal Higdon's plan, I think. I followed it four years ago and it really does work. The long runs are key, though. You can skip the mid-week runs here and there, but don't skip the long ones.
I only have three more runs until the half. It's coming quickly!0 -
6k today. Breathing was good but HR still up to high had to walk a bit to bring it back down. I think I'm trying to push to hard to early after 3 weeks off. Trying to do the same pace where I left off. maybe I should ease back into it instead of going full bore. LOL
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5.14 miles in 50:58. Went into town to run, a route with some smaller hills, but some nice flat too. Didn't feel too good. If felt harder than I thought it ought to. Was kind of discouraged. But, still under a 10 min mile, so plenty of room to slow down. And, having done the long slow run with my dad, I know that's do able! One long run this weekend, then one more full week of training before taper. It doesn't seem like too long, but I'm afraid things are changing so fast now that I might be getting to the upper limits of what my body can handle. Long run this weekend will be with my dad, so slow; but a trail course up/down a local mountain. 10 miles instead of the programs 11, but a route i want to do with him as he preps for a trail race the following weekend. Im worried about the 12 mile long run weekend after. Sigh. I just keep keeping on, hopeful to get to the start line!
Funny!
@FireStorm1972 I would be the same way! But, I bet you're right, slowing down might help. I know the same is true for myself... but can't seem to do it either!
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Thanks for all the advice, y'all are great! I ran 3.1 this morning (we won't mention time) outside rather than the treadmill--soo much nicer! And had a fantastic NSV--there is a monster hill in my neighborhood that I have never been able to run, always have to drop back to a walk near the top no matter how fast or slow I start out. Today I ran up it, and the next! Yay! Starting to feel like I can do this. Planning for a "long run" on Sunday.0
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