January 2018 Running Challenge
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Well it wasn't a run so it must be Cross Training ?
A great day on the Local Ski Hill with my niece and her 3 son's. She was glad to see me as her oldest ( 6 yrs ) can ride the chair and t-bar by himself but gets nervous if no one is around to be on the hill with him. This way she could spend more time with the younger ones helping them learn. A fairly steep curve at times. Quite often on the little Roller Coaster Hills they would not have enough speed to get up and over so I would skate back to them and load them sideways across my skis and just double pole like a x-country skier to get them to the top of the little roller. It definitely slowed me down but was an enjoyable day with family and some friends.
Desperately need some snow as some areas are getting scrubbed down to the grass and mowed down tree stumps.
By the time I got home my legs told me that an evening run was not a good idea.10 -
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1/1 - Rest
1/2 - 2 miles
1/3 - Boxing
1/4 - 2.5 miles
1/6 - 2.4 miles
1/7 - 2 miles + 30-minute boxing session
8.9 miles so far / 50 miles goal
Today, I finally braved the Chicago cold and went downtown for a run on the lakefront. I think the amount of layers I had above the waist was perfect! The balaclava was really helpful with my breathing! But WOW, did my legs feel numb heading into the second mile, even though I was clipping along at a decent pace! Probably a stupid question, but is that normal? is my one layer of running tights not enough?
My plan was to run 5 miles today, but the frigid air psyched me out. As a newbie runner, running in the cold was a first for me so I guess I'm proud of what I could accomplish. Tomorrow will be better -- the temperatures are supposed to reach the mid 30s.
5k race is two weeks away!11 -
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January 1 — 4.15 miles
January 3 — 4.25 miles
January 5 — 4.12 miles
January 7 — 4.15 miles
January total — 16.67/75 miles
Overdressed for the weather today — after the last few runs, 22 degrees felt downright balmy. I guess the 18 mph winds made me think it would be colder than it was. But with the extra layer, I was warm enough that I actually had a bottle of water after this run instead of my usual glass of wine, lol.7 -
Copied from another form. @MNLittleFinn , @JessicaMcB You have a long future ahead of you
Mature Ultra Runners0 -
MNLittleFinn wrote: »Why/How I got to where I am with running: http://teachertrailrunner.blogspot.com/2018/01/why-get-into-trail-why-ultra.html
That was beautiful.
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Do any of you abstain from alcohol while half or full marathon training?0
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@slimbyjune18 Abstain while training?? Noooooo. In fact our little group once accidentally participated in the Beer Olympics the night before a HM. May have affect our times the next day just a tad.
A picture of one of our Training Runs/ Bon Voyage Celebrations for a lady who was leaving town for a new job, note the medicinal - recovery beverages
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juliet3455 wrote: »@slimbyjune18 Abstain while training?? Noooooo. In fact our little group once accidentally participated in the Beer Olympics the night before a HM. May have affect our times the next day just a tad.
A picture of one of our Training Runs/ Bon Voyage Celebrations for a lady who was leaving town for a new job, note the medicinal - recovery beverages
Like it! Looking at nutrition as well as training & interested in everyone’s experience. Thanks!1 -
Another 1.5 miles on the treadmill this morning. Felt much better than last night's run, so I guess holding back a bit yesterday was a good decision.
MTD: 12.8/45
1/2 - 3.0
1/3 - 1.25
1/5 - 1.3
1/6 - 1.5 + 2.0
1/7 - 2.25
1/8 - 1.5
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Goals for 2018:
- Run 500 miles
- Run a nonstop (no walking) 5K
- Run/walk my first 10K
- Run 3+ trail races
- Run in 3+ states
Races to Consider:
1/27 - Mississippi Blues Marathon 5K (Registered)
2/18 - Q50 Trails Extravaganza 5M (Registered)
3/10 - Hammond Shamrock Run 5K (First race I ever ran, in 2017)
3/18 - Shamrockin Run 8K in NOLA
4/20 - Star Wars Dark Side 5K in WDW (Registered)
5/12 - Q50 Cinco de Mayo Trail Race 5K (First trail race I ever ran, in 2017)
6/21 - Summer Solstice 6.21M
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LaurenFOB2301 wrote: »1/1 - Rest
1/2 - 2 miles
1/3 - Boxing
1/4 - 2.5 miles
1/6 - 2.4 miles
1/7 - 2 miles + 30-minute boxing session
8.9 miles so far / 50 miles goal
Today, I finally braved the Chicago cold and went downtown for a run on the lakefront. I think the amount of layers I had above the waist was perfect! The balaclava was really helpful with my breathing! But WOW, did my legs feel numb heading into the second mile, even though I was clipping along at a decent pace! Probably a stupid question, but is that normal? is my one layer of running tights not enough?
My plan was to run 5 miles today, but the frigid air psyched me out. As a newbie runner, running in the cold was a first for me so I guess I'm proud of what I could accomplish. Tomorrow will be better -- the temperatures are supposed to reach the mid 30s.
5k race is two weeks away!
@LaurenFOB2301 I don't know the temperature you ran in but I'm sure it was very cold. Usually anything below 25 to 30 I wear a base layer especially if it's windy. So that's 2 pair of tights. I don't have any wind pants or any fleece lined so 2 pair for me is a must. Great job by the way.1 -
January 1 – 5 miles
January 3 – 5 miles
January 6 – 5 miles
January 7 – 8.23 miles
January 8 – 4.79 miles
This morning’s track workout was 4 x 1200s. It was a nice 27 degrees so no weather issues. The possibility of freezing rain was in the forecast but it’s been pushed out to start at noon today. Hopefully, the temps will be higher by then and it will just be rain.
@LaurenFOB2301 – Like Skippy’s mom, when the temperature is below 25, I usually wear two layers. Usually a pair of tights and a pair of wind pants.
Upcoming Races:
February 3 – Strawberry Plains Half Marathon
February 24-25 – Gasparilla Amber Challenge (15K & 5K on Saturday; Half Marathon on Sunday)
May 6 – Pittsburgh Half Marathon
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MNLittleFinn wrote: »Why/How I got to where I am with running: http://teachertrailrunner.blogspot.com/2018/01/why-get-into-trail-why-ultra.html
I thought you explained your reason why you run ultras very well! I get it!0 -
MNLittleFinn wrote: »Why/How I got to where I am with running: http://teachertrailrunner.blogspot.com/2018/01/why-get-into-trail-why-ultra.html
I thought you explained your reason why you run ultras very well! I get it!
it takes a different kind of person. It's not a good thing or bad thing, it's just a who I am thing!2 -
1/1 - 0 Dr Ordered Rest
1/2 - 0 Dr Ordered Rest
1/3 - 10.2 km
1/4 - 10.7km
1/5 - 0 Watched Team Canada Win Gold
1/6 - 7.2km Hung over birthday run
1/7 - 21.3km
49.5/200 km
Upcoming Races:
1/20/2018 MEC Road Race #1 21.1KM
2/10/2018 Hypothermic Half 21.1KM
4/7/2018 MEC Road Race #2 15KM
04/15/2018 Legacy Endurance 21KM
4/22/2018 Eyeball the Wall 30KM
5/5/2018 MEC Road Race #3 30KM
5/27/2018 Calgary Marathon 42.2KM
6/9/2018 MEC Road Race #4 15KM
7/21/2018 MEC Road Race #5 21.1KM
8/19/2018 Edmonton Marathon 42.2KM
9/8/2018 MEC Road Race #6 30KM
10/13/2018 MEC Road Race #7 42.2KM
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It may look like I've set a low goal for the month, but trust me, I will be tapering here shortly
Today's weather is great again, was somewhere below freezing with icy patches to watch out for, but the sun is shining! I dressed appropriately and kept the gloves on. Tried coconut water for the first time... it was kind of *bleh* but I could probably get used to it, or mix it with something else. Did 18.8 km at almost marathon pace, because that's what felt good.
@MNLittleFinn that Roosevelt quote at the end of your post is awesome! Great post.6 -
Freezing rain and closed roads due to accidents... Monday starting off great for some it seems.
Thankfully I have a work from home on Mondays. 4 -
What you listed there are some of the reasons my wife is switching to work from home. I'm kid of envious, she'll be able to fit her running in better.PastorVincent wrote: »Freezing rain and closed roads due to accidents... Monday starting off great for some it seems.
Thankfully I have a work from home on Mondays.
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MNLittleFinn wrote: »
What you listed there are some of the reasons my wife is switching to work from home. I'm kid of envious, she'll be able to fit her running in better.PastorVincent wrote: »Freezing rain and closed roads due to accidents... Monday starting off great for some it seems.
Thankfully I have a work from home on Mondays.
In my day job, I WFH 2 days a week. It is a big help for many things, especially all categories involving time since I save on the commute. The one disadvantage though is the full gym that we have at work, so I can only do my strength training on days I am not working from home.0 -
January 1 – 5 miles
January 3 – 5 miles
January 6 – 5 miles
January 7 – 8.23 miles
January 8 – 4.79 miles
This morning’s track workout was 4 x 1200s. It was a nice 27 degrees so no weather issues. The possibility of freezing rain was in the forecast but it’s been pushed out to start at noon today. Hopefully, the temps will be higher by then and it will just be rain.
@LaurenFOB2301 – Like Skippy’s mom, when the temperature is below 25, I usually wear two layers. Usually a pair of tights and a pair of wind pants.
Upcoming Races:
February 3 – Strawberry Plains Half Marathon
February 24-25 – Gasparilla Amber Challenge (15K & 5K on Saturday; Half Marathon on Sunday)
May 6 – Pittsburgh Half Marathon
When you say below 25, do you mean 25 degrees below zero? Or 25 degrees? Thanks! I ask because it's been THAT cold lately here.
Temps yesterday were about 23 degrees with wind chill feel temps between 9-15 when i was running.
Good to know I may not have been appropriately dressed below the waist. It stressed me out a bit and I cut my run short. I'll try 2 pairs of tights.2 -
LaurenFOB2301 wrote: »January 1 – 5 miles
January 3 – 5 miles
January 6 – 5 miles
January 7 – 8.23 miles
January 8 – 4.79 miles
This morning’s track workout was 4 x 1200s. It was a nice 27 degrees so no weather issues. The possibility of freezing rain was in the forecast but it’s been pushed out to start at noon today. Hopefully, the temps will be higher by then and it will just be rain.
@LaurenFOB2301 – Like Skippy’s mom, when the temperature is below 25, I usually wear two layers. Usually a pair of tights and a pair of wind pants.
Upcoming Races:
February 3 – Strawberry Plains Half Marathon
February 24-25 – Gasparilla Amber Challenge (15K & 5K on Saturday; Half Marathon on Sunday)
May 6 – Pittsburgh Half Marathon
When you say below 25, do you mean 25 degrees below zero? Or 25 degrees? Thanks! I ask because it's been THAT cold lately here.
Temps yesterday were about 23 degrees with wind chill feel temps between 9-15 when i was running.
Good to know I may not have been appropriately dressed below the waist. It stressed me out a bit and I cut my run short. I'll try 2 pairs of tights.
Oh goodness no - there aren't enough layers in the world to get me out there for 25 below zero! I meant 25F!
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Hi All... I am in for 50 miles through Jan and this is the update so far:
1/5- 4 miles
1/6-- 3 miles
1/7- 4 miles5 -
LaurenFOB2301 wrote: »
Temps yesterday were about 23 degrees with wind chill feel temps between 9-15 when i was running.
most of the world would find that perfect running temperature....
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1/1/18-6 miles
1/4/18-3 miles
1/6/18-6 miles
1/7/18-3.25 miles
18.25/60 Miles
Upcoming Races:
3/17/18-Run to the Pub-half Marathon (not signed up yet)
5/12/18-Montana Womens Run-5 Miles
7/15/18-Missoula Marathon3 -
girlinahat wrote: »LaurenFOB2301 wrote: »
Temps yesterday were about 23 degrees with wind chill feel temps between 9-15 when i was running.
most of the world would find that perfect running temperature....
Honestly, no. I would say that in the 50's with low humidity is about the "perfect" weather for running. Pretty sure that is backed up by plenty of studies too. I think that was the target of the recent sub-2 hour marathon attempt? 2 -
LaurenFOB2301 wrote: »January 1 – 5 miles
January 3 – 5 miles
January 6 – 5 miles
January 7 – 8.23 miles
January 8 – 4.79 miles
This morning’s track workout was 4 x 1200s. It was a nice 27 degrees so no weather issues. The possibility of freezing rain was in the forecast but it’s been pushed out to start at noon today. Hopefully, the temps will be higher by then and it will just be rain.
@LaurenFOB2301 – Like Skippy’s mom, when the temperature is below 25, I usually wear two layers. Usually a pair of tights and a pair of wind pants.
Upcoming Races:
February 3 – Strawberry Plains Half Marathon
February 24-25 – Gasparilla Amber Challenge (15K & 5K on Saturday; Half Marathon on Sunday)
May 6 – Pittsburgh Half Marathon
When you say below 25, do you mean 25 degrees below zero? Or 25 degrees? Thanks! I ask because it's been THAT cold lately here.
Temps yesterday were about 23 degrees with wind chill feel temps between 9-15 when i was running.
Good to know I may not have been appropriately dressed below the waist. It stressed me out a bit and I cut my run short. I'll try 2 pairs of tights.
Oh goodness no - there aren't enough layers in the world to get me out there for 25 below zero! I meant 25F!
LOL. Oh thank god! I was like, "Wow, these guys are dedicated!" It was 25 below zero with the wind chill here about 4-5 days ago -- needless to say, I did not run outside!! 3 -
Thanks for the explanation. It makes a lot of sense, especially from an ultra perspective, and particularly the training part. I still question whether or not ultra runners could benefit from introducing some fast burning carb fuel in the mix while racing, but I have not done any research on the subject, so I will just take your word for it.JessicaMcB wrote: »@lporter229 so I've been keto for 2 years and carb loading/carb reintroduction are not "things" for legitimate ketogenic athletes, it kind of entirely defeats the purpose of going through that 6-8 weeks of fat adaptation only to kick your *kitten* out you know?
Thankfully that whole preemptive fueling process is irrelevant for HFLC endurance athletics as you can't hit the wall if it doesn't exist. Training and racing from glycogen depletion is fast becoming more common place at the ultra level. Will the Usain Bolts ever have much utility for ketogenic protocols? No, unlikely because of the absolute upper limit explosivity they require to be the best. But the American men's 100 mile champion Zach Bitter has said himself he is HFLC so it clearly has it place in high end race nutrition. @midwesterner85 is also a keto runner0 -
1/1-4 miles New Years run
1/2-4.1 miles dreadmill intervals+ "Functional Training with Stella"
1/3-4.4 miles+ stretching/PT
1/4-3.7 miles trail running
1/5-Rest day
1/6-7 miles
1/7-9 miles total (6 @tempo pace)
We finally got a bit of a warm up yesterday here in Ohio. And by warm up, I mean the temps finally made it into the upper 20s. Some of the snow melted from the side of the road, so I took Stella out for a 2 mile run. I had a tempo run on the schedule (actually swapped it with Saturday since it was warmer), so I used my run with her as a warm up, then went back out for 6 fast miles and a slower mile for a cool down. Today is a cross-training day which is good because we got freezing rain over night and everything this morning was a sheet of ice. My walk with Stella this morning was a good exercise in balance for sure.4 -
01/01/18 - 3 miles
01/02/18 - 4 miles
01/03/18 - 4 miles
01/04/18 - 3 miles
01/05/18 - Cross train
01/06/18 - 6 miles
01/07/18 - REST
01/08/18 - 3 miles
MTD: 20 miles
JAN GOAL: 80 miles
YTD: 20 miles
2018 GOAL: 1000 miles
Upcoming (and hopeful) Races:
02/10/18 - Mardi Crawl 10k
04/14/18 - Rattler Mad Moose 10k (Trail)
06/02/18 - Gluten free Gallop 5k (hubby and daughter have Celiac so this one's personal)
06/23/18 - Slacker Half Marathon
07/xx/18 - Something on a trail TBD
09/23/18 - Xterra Mountain 8k (Trail)
10/28/18 - Kooky Spooky 10k
11/xx/18 - A Turkey Trot 5k of some sort TBD
Question for early morning runners: Do you eat anything before your runs? Mine are so early (and pretty short, actually between 3-5 miles), I don't bother, but I wonder if I would "run better" if I had a little fuel before? I noticed that when I run an hour or so after having a meal, my pace tends to be quicker than my jump-out-of-bed-and-run runs. I'm not all that worried about--just wondering what others do mostly.
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