May 2018 Running Challenge

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  • hanlonsk
    hanlonsk Posts: 762 Member
    Ok, I only thought yesterday’s run was bad. This one got aborted... later than it should have to avoid running back past some strange old guys who kept calling to me... but aborted none the less. Ankle apparently didn’t like the two days in a row thing, even if they were short.

    1.5 today = 5/30
  • MobyCarp
    MobyCarp Posts: 2,927 Member
    May Running Totals (miles)
    5/1 – 5.69 warm up + speed work
    5/2 – 6.21 group run
    5/3 – 7.08 warm up + speed work
    5/4 – rest day
    5/5 – 15.02 group run + solo miles
    5/6 – 5.01 trails & grass
    5/7 – rest day
    5/8 – 6.11 MP with hills
    5/9 – 7.07 group run without group

    May running total to date – 52.19

    Nominal May mileage goal: 180 miles

    Real goals: Stay healthy. Build base. Maybe run some trails. Have fun.

    Today's notes – Small group for the group run tonight, with only one leader. So he sent us on a familiar out and back along the Erie Canal Trail, with instructions where to turn back for 4, 5, or 6 miles. I took the 6 mile turnback, in the full advance knowledge that this was really almost 7 miles. I actually ran a tag extra on the end to ensure I'd break 7.

    It was warm and sunny today. By the time the run started at 6, my watch was telling me it was down to 77º F (25º C). I knew the route, and I knew everyone else there would want to run at an uncomfortably slow pace for me, so I just set out to run the route solo. Tried to take it easy, but no one caught up. A mile to the canal path, and early on the path I noticed a HR of 140. Hmm. This is not weather to be working hard, and this is not a day to be training hard. So I made it an exercise of running the relatively flat canal path while trying to keep my HR at 135 or below. I wasn't 100% successful, but I did much better for the effort. Most of the run, I was looking at HR instead of pace.

    Finished with an average HR of 133, max 143, average pace 7:43 per mile. There were no real hills, but I had to slow myself down on several inclines to keep the HR down. I was rewarded with feeling very good after running 7 miles in early summer weather. That's just what I needed after feeling a bit beat up from working harder than I intended to yesterday.

    2018 races:
    February 17, 2018 Freezeroo #5 (Valentines Run "In Memory of Tom Brannon" 8 Mile) (Greece, NY) finished in 54:48
    February 24, 2018 Freezeroo #6 (White House Challenge 4.4 mile) (Webster, NY) finished in 28:46
    March 17, 2018 USATF Masters 8K (Shamrock 8K, Virginia Beach, VA) finished in 31:55
    March 24, 2018 Spring Forward 15K (Mendon, NY) ran at MP, finished in 1:10:47
    April 16, 2018 Boston Marathon (Hopkinton, MA) finished in 3:28:43
    April 29, 2018 USATF Masters 10K (James Joyce Ramble, Dedham, MA) finished in 41:33
    May 20, 2018 Lilac 10K (Rochester, NY)
    May 26, 2018 Sunset House 5K (Rochester, NY)
    June 3, 2018 USATF Masters Half Marathon (Ann Arbor, MI)
    June 9, 2018 Ontario Summit Trail Half Marathon (Naples, NY)
    June 17, 2018 Medved 5K to Cure ALS (Rochester, NY)
    June 30, 2018 Charlie's Old Goat Trail Run 5 mile (Victor, NY)
    July 28, 2018 Battle at Bristol 10K (Naples, NY)
    September 30, 2018 Wineglass Marathon (Bath, NY)
    November 11, 2018 Syracuse Half Marathon (Syracuse, NY)
  • Scott6255
    Scott6255 Posts: 2,569 Member
    MobyCarp wrote: »
    Finished with an average HR of 133, max 143, average pace 7:43 per mile. There were no real hills, but I had to slow myself down on several inclines to keep the HR down.

    You sir are superhuman!
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    05/01/18 - 1/2 mile walk
    05/02/18 - 1 mile walk + 6.6 mile easy run
    05/03/18 - 1.3 mile walk
    05/04/18 - Rest
    05/05/18 - Steel Challange 5k
    05/06/18 - MARATHON PR! 3:51:53
    05/07/18 - Rest
    05/08/18 - 6 miles @ 9:28
    05/09/18 - 8 miles @ 9:09

    05/12/18 - Glacier Ridge 50k Trail Ultra (I must hate myself)
    06/02/18 - South Fayette Glow Run - Nighttime 1 mile and 5k race
    08/11/18 - Howl At The Moon 5k

    --More as I find them

    2020 - Disney World Dopey! (if can raise funds)

    Meant to timebox today's run to 1 hour, but ended up going over by like 15 mins. I am trying to remember I am in a second taper for my 50k on Saturday... TRYING. :lol:
  • shanaber
    shanaber Posts: 6,423 Member
    @kevaasen - Congratulations on your 1st Marathon! Fantastic time too!
    @RunsOnEspresso - The dizziness and nausea (mostly dizziness) on almost all runs including an almost DNF for a HM, is what led me to see the cardiologist. They ran tests and found nothing. My regular doctor said it sounded like hypoglycemia and suggested a nutritionist as did my daughter (also a doctor). The nutritionist ran more tests and found my cortisol levels to be extremely low... all the time low with none of the normal ups and downs. The conclusion was that I was under too much stress all the time - work, physical from the running and from not eating enough for many years. She modified my diet, how much I eat and when and for the most part I don't have too many issues any more as long as I eat properly. This is why I keep working so hard to get my calories up and my macros in line...
    @5BeautifulDays - I have a membership at Planet Fitness and yes it is very purple! I have it because it is close to the house (I could run there easily), it is cheap and I keep for when I want to run and it is yucky outside or if I am injured and need an alternative. The people working are pretty friendly and helpful - actually better than most bigger gyms I have been to. They really seem to want to encourage people to workout but they don't walk around giving guidance or anything like that. I also like it because it has SO many treadmills and other cardio machines, I have never had to wait for any.
    @mbaker566 - I would have completely freaked out if my pup had a mouthful of quills! Oh OUCH!
    @girlinahat - forget the ax murderers... were there s'mores around the campfire? :smiley:
  • shanaber
    shanaber Posts: 6,423 Member
    Procrastinated for no good reason this morning and didn't get out until noon. Plan called for a 35min tempo run which seemed doable. It was over 70 when I headed out with a pretty good breeze blowing that made it feel cooler to me at least. I debated taking Hobbes the Vizsla and should've trusted my instincts and left him home. All was fine until we made the turn to come home and without the wind blowing in my face it immediately felt so hot. My legs also started complaining at this point about the pace and the affect of all the lunges the evening before at training. I realized when I stopped to get us a drink just how hot it was when Hobbes refused to sit and was doing a little dance with his paws :( after that I tried to keep him off the paved trail and on the dirt as much as possible and then on the sidewalks instead of the street going home. We hit a shady spot about a half mile from home and he just laid down so we hung out for a few minutes and then headed home slowly. He is fine now and was bouncing around the house like his crazy self not long after we got home. Lesson learned!
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    Date........Miles.......Total
    05/01......0.00.......0.00 - + Strength Training
    05/02......5.41.......5.41
    05/03......0.00.......5.41
    05/04......3.88.......9.29
    05/05......6.38.....15.67 - 'Cinco de My Oh My Miles' 5k + Dog Beach run
    05/06......0.00.....15.67
    05/07......5.42.....21.09 - + Agility
    05/08......0.00.....21.09 - + Strength Training
    05/09......5.14.....26.23

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    My completed and upcoming races. Let me know if you will be running them too.
    02/04/18 - Surf City Half Marathon
    05/05/18 - Cinco de Miles 5k
    07/22/18 - San Francisco 2nd Half Marathon
    12/15/18 - San Diego Holiday Half Marathon
    02/03/19 - Surf City Half Marathon
    05/11/19 - Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon
  • girlinahat
    girlinahat Posts: 2,956 Member
    shanaber wrote: »
    @girlinahat - forget the ax murderers... were there s'mores around the campfire? :smiley:

    I have never eaten a s'more.

    There. Confession over.

    But you'll be pleased to know we DID toast marshmallows (although the person delegated took the wrong approach, putting them in the flames (charred outer and cold inner) rather than in the embers. You just can't teach everyone. ;)
  • Sparx_81
    Sparx_81 Posts: 403 Member
    sarahthes wrote: »

    Plan for tomorrow is for the whole family to join me on my run. Thing 1 on his scooter, Thing 2 on his tricycle (with stroller attachment) and husband on rollerblades, pushing Thing 2. Should be entertaining...

    Sounds like great fun! My now 3yr old got his first bling last year, doing the minimil in Stockholm, and is constantly trying to come running with me! ☺️
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    RunsOnEspresso wrote: »
    You may be able to shuffle and probably walk, but anything that resembles running is likely out the window. More than likely you’ll feel dizzy or light-headed (a result of your brain not getting the glycogen it needs) and some runners feel nauseous

    This little bit stood out from me in the article @7lenny7 posted. That is exactly how I feel when I push myself lately, even in short races. After my last trail race I was sooooo nauseous. I could walk. And forced myself to run across the finish line but that was probably a mistake. Once I eat real food (not gu or other mid-race fuel) it starts to diminish.

    Have you had your blood sugar levels tested? LIke an A1C or doctor controlled glucose challenge?
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    @shanaber @PastorVincent I have a doctor's appt on June 1st. It's been over a year since I've had all my blood tested. Nothing came up but will try again. It seems to be ok if I keep my heart rate low which is why I switched to the HR training. I've also been trying to eat healthier and not let my.blood sugar get low because I've always had issues if I don't eat every few hours.

    5/1 - 2 miles
    5/2 - 1.8 miles
    5/3 - 1.85 miles
    5/4 - 2 miles
    5/5 - 2 miles
    5/6 - 6 miles

    5/7 - rest
    5/8 - 2.35 miles
    5/9 - 2.15 miles
    5/10 - 2 miles

    Total 22.15
  • Scott6255
    Scott6255 Posts: 2,569 Member
    bradcharlessimmons wrote: »
    Managed 5km this morning at a steady pace. Half marathon is 3 days out and will be the first time I have ever entered anything running related, so this is somewhat new to me. If anyone has any last minute advice or words of wisdom, I would be very grateful to hear them.

    Just run your own race. Very easy to get caught up in all the excitement of all the runners and spectators at a race and go out way faster than what you trained for. So try to keep it controlled in the first few miles, then will have enough left in the tank to finish strong.
    But don't ignore the cheering spectators. That really does give you the extra boost to sprint to the finish.
    Good Luck, and HAVE FUN!!!!
  • katharmonic
    katharmonic Posts: 5,720 Member
    @bradcharlessimmons good luck on your half marathon! I would just echo what @Scott6255 said. Start easy, but know that the adrenaline and excitement of race day will be a big help in getting you through. Make sure to take in enough water and fuel. Enjoy the experience!

    Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
    05/01/18 :::: 3.5 :::: 3.5
    05/02/18 :::: 2.6 :::: 6.1
    05/03/18 :::: 2.5 :::: 8.7
    05/04/18 :::: 0.0 :::: 8.7
    05/05/18 :::: 7.5 :::: 16.2
    05/06/18 :::: 2.6 :::: 18.8
    05/07/18 :::: 3.8 :::: 22.5
    05/08/18 :::: 3.3 :::: 25.9
    05/09/18 :::: 3.2 :::: 29.1
    05/10/18 :::: 2.0 :::: 31.1

    A very slow 2 miles this morning with Stella. It was cool out (expected to rain a little later and we had a few sprinkles) so I thought it would be a chance to give it another try. As usual she was not really into it, although she did much better with the leash. At least the run is done and it was time on my feet.

    Tomorrow I will take a rest day and then I have a 19k race on Saturday, which I'm planning to just use as a long run and enjoy - although the forecast sounds dreary with steady rain all morning. That sort of puts a damper on the enjoyment part but maybe the forecast will improve.
  • mbaker566
    mbaker566 Posts: 11,233 Member

    giving the ankles a few days of rest

    thank you for all the well wishes on my dog. she's a recovering and is her normal sassy self

    5/1-0mi
    5/2-0mi
    5/3-0mi
    5/4-0mi (but we hiked 4+mi)
    5/5-13.13 mi
    5/6-1.78 mi (5+mi hike+porcupine)
    5/7-0mi
    5/8-0mi
    5/9-0mi (2 hours of aerial yoga)
    5/10-maybe get a few in tonight, getting itchy. outer ankles still hurt


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  • bradcharlessimmons
    bradcharlessimmons Posts: 134 Member
    Scott6255 wrote: »

    Just run your own race. Very easy to get caught up in all the excitement of all the runners and spectators at a race and go out way faster than what you trained for. So try to keep it controlled in the first few miles, then will have enough left in the tank to finish strong.
    But don't ignore the cheering spectators. That really does give you the extra boost to sprint to the finish.
    Good Luck, and HAVE FUN!!!!

    Thanks so much!! I will try my best, no doubt the adrenaline and excitement will get to me somewhat!
  • polskagirl01
    polskagirl01 Posts: 2,024 Member
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    Bling :)

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    (In the voice of that lady in Napoleon Dynamite referring to the model ship) "I WANT THAT!"
    It will probably be 2020 until I'm back in the area, though.
  • bride001
    bride001 Posts: 153 Member
    @girlinahat - I think it is a travesty that you have never eaten a s'more. They are my absolute favorite food especially when camping.

    Walking more than running but staying moving this month. My Mom goes back to the doctor on Monday and hopefully they release her to drive so I can go back to running in the mornings. I am all caught up at the moment on the posts.

    My race Saturday turned into a walk with my aunt. The person that agreed to walk with her got competitive and took off running, so I walked the 5K course with her.

    Upcoming races (Question marks are races not yet registered for):
    Louisiana Marathon Quarter Marathon - 01/13/2018 - Done
    Mardi Gras Mambo 10K - 02/17/2018 - Done
    Q50 Races Sunset Gulf - 6.5 miles 3/24/2018 -DNS
    Fat Boy 5K - 04/14/2018 - Cancelled due to Tornado Warning
    Active for Autism 5K - 05/05/2018 - Done - Walked
    AKA CANN 5K - 06/02/2018 -?
    BIG EASY BIG HEART 5K 7/21/2018 - ?
    WHOA Racing Cane Field Classic 2018 (Machete 7 – 1 mile/4 mile/2mile) 10/13/2018- ?
    St Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend 10K - 12/01/2018 - ?
  • Teresa502
    Teresa502 Posts: 1,869 Member
    May 2 – 5.2 miles
    May 6 – 13.3 miles
    May 9 – 6 miles
    May 10 – 4.65 miles

    Nice morning for a run. It had just started sprinkling rain when I came out from my shower at the gym afterwards. Bootcamp this evening. Only 3 classes left in this round and it seems most of them have been when the ground is saturated from rain. I think the instructor delights in having us get down on the ground for exercises when it is so wet!

    @polskagirl01 – Good luck with your marathon on Sunday!
    @kevaasen – Congratulations on your marathon. Awesome time! I’ve done the 3-way challenge (5K, 10K and HM) at the Pig but never the full marathon.
    @ddmom0811 – That’s a sad and scary story about the bear and dog.
    @bradcharlessimmons – Trust your training plan. Remember that no matter how you do, it will be a PR! Good luck!
    @katharmonic – Good luck to you also on your race on Saturday. Maybe the weather forecast will improve by then.

  • girlinahat
    girlinahat Posts: 2,956 Member
    bride001 wrote: »
    @girlinahat - I think it is a travesty that you have never eaten a s'more. They are my absolute favorite food especially when camping.

    I don't think there's anywhere in the UK that sells Graham Crackers, and the closest description I can find is 'a combination of Digestive and Rich Tea biscuits. I guess I could try one of each on the top and bottom next time.


    someone else somewhere mentioned Timtams. I was sent a massive box by an Australian friend, and told to bite off the opposing corners and then drink coffee through them for a flavour hit.

  • kgirlhart
    kgirlhart Posts: 5,185 Member
    May Goal: 85 miles

    5/1: 6 miles
    5/2: 5.75 miles
    5/4: 5.6 miles
    5/6: 12.5 miles
    5/8: 4.1 miles
    5/9: 4.1 miles
    5/10: 3.2 miles

    41.25/85 miles completed

    It was a really pretty morning for a run. I just ran 3.2 miles since I am tapering. It's funny, I still remember when running 3 miles seemed like it would be impossible. Today I really felt like I was just getting started and it was time to stop. At least when I have a shorter run in the morning I can get my yoga done before work.

    @bradcharlessimmons Good luck on the HM this weekend! I'll be running my first HM next weekend so I don't really have advice other than trust your training and know that you've got this. And since it will be your first it is an automatic PR!

    @polskagirl01 Good luck on the marathon Sunday! You are ready!

    @katharmonic I hope that the weather is better than expected for your race.

    @ddmom0811 That is so sad about that poor dog. I can only imagine how bad the owners feel.

    And I am glad to hear that your pup is on the mend @mbaker566 That looked really painful.



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    Upcoming races:
    5/19/18: Run for 57th AHC Half Marathon
    11/10/18: Wags & Whiskers 5K
  • greyparks206
    greyparks206 Posts: 165 Member
    I’m so behind this month! There’s no way I’m going to make my goal, but hopefully I can at least get back on a regular schedule soon. I did a short run this morning, trying to do a little speed work to see where I stand there. I went out WAY faster than I planned in the beginning and couldn’t maintain anywhere near my goal pace by the end. I’ve got to get better at that!

    April goal: 40.0 miles
    Today: 1.5 miles
    Total so far: 7.5 miles
  • DX2JX2
    DX2JX2 Posts: 1,921 Member
    bradcharlessimmons wrote: »
    Managed 5km this morning at a steady pace. Half marathon is 3 days out and will be the first time I have ever entered anything running related, so this is somewhat new to me. If anyone has any last minute advice or words of wisdom, I would be very grateful to hear them.

    May 2018: 46km/150km = 30.6%

    2018 Races:
    13th May: Leeds Half Marathon
    14th October: Yorkshire Marathon

    Make sure you have a clear goal in mind for the race. If shooting for a certain time, then come up with a pacing plan, and stick with it. If shooting just to finish in good form, then slow and steady is the way to go.

    If you've never run 13 miles at race pace before, do not be deceived by the fact that your training, adrenaline, and the crowds will likely make it very easy to run the first 10K way too quickly. You'll allow yourself to go faster than you planned simply because you'll feel awesome and think you can go on forever at that speed.

    Trust me when I say this isn't the case. 13 miles is pretty long all things considered. If the first 10K doesn't feel dead easy, you'll likely be hurting pretty bad by mile 11.

    One 'standard' way of pacing the race is to run the first three miles 10 seconds per mile or so slower than your target pace. Run miles 4-12 right at target, and run the last mile with all you have left in the tank.

    Also, it's a little late to do much about it now, but consider if you'll need a fueling strategy. I was fooled by my training because I did all of my longer runs at an easy pace and was able to manage those in pretty good form with no fuel during the run. Long run at race pace was a different story altogether. I totally ran out of gas in the last two miles to the point where I'm fairly certain that a gel before the race and again halfway through would have helped me immensely. Though you definitely don't want to take a long run at this point, you might want to check how your stomach reacts to gels, or considering carrying a banana or something to eat on the way.

    Good luck - I know I wrote a ton but above all else enjoy the race! It really is a great experience.
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