May 2018 Running Challenge

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  • noblsheep
    noblsheep Posts: 593 Member
    __TMac__ wrote: »
    MegaMooseEsq wrote: »
    Well, my running month continues to be awesome at the halfway point - and as a bonus this morning my husband joined me for the first time! He only stuck with me for the first few minutes and walked part of that, but I feel really proud of him for starting. He insists that he hates running but is going to do it anyhow since it's good for him, which I don't understand at all but to each their own. It was a little bit awkward figuring out pacing while we were together - I was trying to keep to my usual pace but ended up a little slower than usual, he was trying to go faster than me at first, and he's almost a foot taller than me so who even knows. I'm sure we'll work out the kinks if he sticks with it (fingers crossed).

    This is relatable. My husband and I have agreed that when we go running together, we actually don't. We start in the same spot, and then head off in different directions. Or we go in the same direction, but he walks the dog and I run. We both turn around at an agreed upon time and head back to the starting point. We can't seem to get on the same page as far as pace, and it just makes it less enjoyable for both of us. We then go out for coffee, lunch, or a beer, depending on time of day. :)

    Same here. SO runs short and fast while I go slow and long(ish). She also thinks that I look hilarious running and bursts out laughing all the time, so running together is a big no no. We tend to find a circuit and go in different directions so we see each other every ten minutes or so...
  • Orphia
    Orphia Posts: 7,097 Member
    kristinegift wrote: »
    Month goal may be out the window after skipping 17 miles of running this weekend. But my legs were super tight after ~4 hours standing Friday night at a concert, and then on Sunday I meant to do my long run and then just... didn't. But at least I got back on track Monday rather than make excuses! Now I'm 130 posts behind. I'll do my best to skim and catch up.

    Today was a traaaaaack workout! We did a pyramid workout: 400m, 800, 1200, 1600, 1200, 800, 400, with a 400m recovery between each interval. This is one of my favorite workouts, though I've usually done it on a treadmill... track was much better. Weather could have been a bit nicer. We are in the midst of off and on rainstorms, so it was 100% humidity; we had a fog advisory and the fog was so dense that you could barely see the opposite end of the track. The fog definitely made it difficult -- the whole group was drenched halfway through the workout -- but the company made it fun!

    Awesome! Sounds like a great workout.

    Hey, what does it mean when you say, "my legs were tight"?

    I've heard people say their hips are tight a few times, too, and never understood.

    Is it something to do with the fascia?
  • Scott6255
    Scott6255 Posts: 2,583 Member
    @Orphia hip tightness for me means I don't have the range of motion that I would normally have. It pulls or pinches when you try to extend your legs back in a full stride, thus shortening your stride. You don't feel fluid, and you have to compensate by increasing cadence, or just run slower.
    Leg tightness for me feels like someone is squeezing my calfs, quads, and/or hamstrings, which again causes a lack of range of motion and also pain with each stride.
    Others may have other definitions, but that's what hip and leg tightness means to me.
  • ddmom0811
    ddmom0811 Posts: 1,881 Member
    We are expecting rain for 10 days in a row in Orlando, so lots more running than cycling ahead for me!
    Although who can ever trust the weather predictions in Florida...

    5/1 - 4 miles + strength training W12-A
    5/2 - 4 miles + Cycling 22 fast miles
    5/3 - strength training W12-B
    5/4 - Rest day
    5/5 - 44 miles cycling
    5/6 - strength training W12-C + 3.7 miles treadmill
    5/7 -4.5 miles + strength training W12-D
    5/8 - strength training — back to W9-A, heavier weights!
    5/9 - 22 miles cycling
    5/10 - 5 miles!
    5/11 - Strength training - w9-B
    5/12 - 44 miles cycling
    5/13 - 50 miles cycling
    5/14 - Strength training - w9-C
    5/15 - 4.5 miles w/tabatas
    5/16 - Strength training -w9-D + 1.5 interval miles on treadmill


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  • cburke8909
    cburke8909 Posts: 990 Member
    6 miles easy postponed interval workout until tomorrow; pollen count way up, allergies having large influenece on sleep.

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  • Teresa502
    Teresa502 Posts: 1,884 Member
    BruinsGal_91 wrote: »
    A very slow and steady four miles on the treadmill last night. I went on the treadmill because I knew if I went outside I would be tempted to either run fast or do more miles than I was planning. As it turned out, it was a good move because there was one heck of a thunderstorm going on. I got absolutely soaked to the skin just dashing through the parking lot after I'd finished my run.

    A rest day today I think (I am supposed to be tapering after all). I'll probably do a couple of miles on Thursday, followed by a rest on Friday, and then it's my half on the Saturday. Woot!

    My total for May so far is around 20 miles, which is lower than I was hoping for. I lost an entire week of training including a couple of long runs thanks to an injury. I may have to run/walk on Saturday, but I'll finish.

    This is the Martha's Vineyard HM right? I can't wait to hear how you liked the course, area, etc. Good luck and hope you have fun!
  • Teresa502
    Teresa502 Posts: 1,884 Member
    May 2 – 5.2 miles
    May 6 – 13.3 miles
    May 9 – 6 miles
    May 10 – 4.65 miles
    May 11 – 6.03 miles
    May 12 – 12.05 miles
    May 14 – 5.07 miles
    May 16 – 5.01 miles

    Very humid 5 miles before work with a few sprinkles of rain that felt wonderful!

    Upcoming Races:
    June 16 – Run the Gate 5K
    September 7-8 – Blue Ridge Relay
    October 20 – Cherokee Harvest Half Marathon
    November 11 – Rock n Roll Vegas Half Marathon
  • juliet3455
    juliet3455 Posts: 3,015 Member
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    This could be bad... I just joined a trail running club...

    Just for @PastorVincent and his New Drug of Trail Running

    Less than 2 weeks to my next Trail HM and work is seriously disrupting training. 15 hr day yesterday and today looks like the same. arrggggg
  • mbaker566
    mbaker566 Posts: 11,233 Member
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    This could be bad... I just joined a trail running club...

    ah you know you'll love it
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    juliet3455 wrote: »
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    This could be bad... I just joined a trail running club...

    Just for @PastorVincent and his New Drug of Trail Running

    Less than 2 weeks to my next Trail HM and work is seriously disrupting training. 15 hr day yesterday and today looks like the same. arrggggg

    I think you meant...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cagunwJ6v6k
  • BruinsGal_91
    BruinsGal_91 Posts: 1,400 Member
    edited May 2018
    Teresa502 wrote: »
    BruinsGal_91 wrote: »
    A very slow and steady four miles on the treadmill last night. I went on the treadmill because I knew if I went outside I would be tempted to either run fast or do more miles than I was planning. As it turned out, it was a good move because there was one heck of a thunderstorm going on. I got absolutely soaked to the skin just dashing through the parking lot after I'd finished my run.

    A rest day today I think (I am supposed to be tapering after all). I'll probably do a couple of miles on Thursday, followed by a rest on Friday, and then it's my half on the Saturday. Woot!

    My total for May so far is around 20 miles, which is lower than I was hoping for. I lost an entire week of training including a couple of long runs thanks to an injury. I may have to run/walk on Saturday, but I'll finish.

    This is the Martha's Vineyard HM right? I can't wait to hear how you liked the course, area, etc. Good luck and hope you have fun!

    Thank you! I love the Vineyard. We usually go for a week right after Labor Day. There aren't as many people around, but the weather is good and the restaurants and bars are still open. Looking forward to seeing it at this time of year.

    The course starts near Oak Bluffs and the first 3 miles go through the Manuel Correllus State Forest (that's going to play havoc with my allergies). Then we'll head towards Edgartown on a paved bike path for 5 miles. And finally along Beach Road finishing in Oak Bluffs. Where I will drink all the chocolate milk, and eat all the bagels before collapsing in the hotel hot tub.
  • karllundy
    karllundy Posts: 1,490 Member
    5/1 - 5 mile group speed/track workout, then upper body weights / abs.
    5/2 - Overslept...unplanned rest day.
    5/3 - 4 treadmill miles. Trek Class.
    5/4 - Nada. Again. :neutral:
    5/5 - 4.75 mile group run.
    5/6 - Baseball tournament and yard work.
    5/7 - 5.25 miles.
    5/8 - 4.5 miles.
    5/9 - 3.5 treadmill miles, then upper body weights.
    5/10 - 5 miles. Beautiful morning for a run.
    5/11 - Pre Relay rest day.
    5/12 - Market to Market Relay. Leg 4 - 4.88 miles, Leg 11 - 4.02 miles, Leg 18 / team finish - 4.13 miles.
    5/13 - Mothers' Day!
    5/14 - Unplanned rest day.
    5/15 - 5 miles.
    5/16 - 3.17 miles. Shorter than planned due to too many snooze bar hits.

    53.2/120
  • Purplebunnysarah
    Purplebunnysarah Posts: 3,252 Member
    This morning's run cut short by a need to return home for the toilet. Sigh. Try again after work...
  • katharmonic
    katharmonic Posts: 5,724 Member
    BruinsGal_91 wrote: »
    Teresa502 wrote: »
    BruinsGal_91 wrote: »
    A very slow and steady four miles on the treadmill last night. I went on the treadmill because I knew if I went outside I would be tempted to either run fast or do more miles than I was planning. As it turned out, it was a good move because there was one heck of a thunderstorm going on. I got absolutely soaked to the skin just dashing through the parking lot after I'd finished my run.

    A rest day today I think (I am supposed to be tapering after all). I'll probably do a couple of miles on Thursday, followed by a rest on Friday, and then it's my half on the Saturday. Woot!

    My total for May so far is around 20 miles, which is lower than I was hoping for. I lost an entire week of training including a couple of long runs thanks to an injury. I may have to run/walk on Saturday, but I'll finish.

    This is the Martha's Vineyard HM right? I can't wait to hear how you liked the course, area, etc. Good luck and hope you have fun!

    Thank you! I love the Vineyard. We usually go for a week right after Labor Day. There aren't as many people around, but the weather is good and the restaurants and bars are still open. Looking forward to seeing it at this time of year.

    The course starts near Vineyard Haven and the first 3 miles go through the Manuel Correllus State Forest (that's going to play havoc with my allergies). Then we'll head towards Edgartown on a paved bike path for 5 miles. And finally along Beach Road finishing in Oak Bluffs. Where I will drink all the chocolate milk, and eat all the bagels before collapsing in the hotel hot tub.

    Good luck! I can't wait to hear about it too. I want to put that on my list for next year.
  • AlphaHowls
    AlphaHowls Posts: 2,021 Member
    5/1 Run 4.36 Miles
    5/2 Run 6.02 Miles
    5/3 Run 7.54 Miles
    5/4 Run 8.03 Miles
    5/5 Run 2.02 Miles
    5/6 Run 13.38 Miles
    5/7 Run 11.18 Miles
    5/8 Run 10.67 Miles
    5/9 Run 10.21 Miles
    5/10 Run 6.79 Miles
    5/11 Run 13.59 Miles
    5/12 Run 15.32 Miles
    5/13 Run 10.21 Miles
    5/14 Run 2.01 Miles
    5/15 Run 10.28 Miles
    5/16 Run 13.39 Miles
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    RunsOnEspresso wrote: »

    I felt like I was doing a faster pace this morning. Was actually going slower. :D Sometimes running is funny.

    Yeah I hate that. Sometimes I would like "UGH I am going so slow but cannot push any harder" and I am really flying and other times I am like "I am going so fast I better slow down" and my pace is really in the gutter.
  • kgirlhart
    kgirlhart Posts: 5,208 Member
    edited May 2018
    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
    5/13: 8 miles
    5/15: 2.6 miles
    5/16: 2.6 miles

    54.5/85 miles completed

    Today's run was another short 2.6 miles. It was a really nice run and I hated to have to stop. I've been thinking that after I finish the HM on Saturday I will be dialing my mileage back some from the distances I was running during the training. But this taper has definitely shown me that I like to run close to 4 miles for a short run. I do like having time in the morning for both running and yoga before work, so I will probably just run as much as I can in about 45 minutes on my week day runs. And I like running 7-9 miles on my long runs. I wish I could find some 10k races in my area. So far I have not had an opportunity to run an official 10K. There are only 2 that I know of this year. One is the same day as my HM, and the other is in June, but it is still 75 miles away and that is really almost too far to get up in the morning and drive. The HM is 40 miles away and that is kind of pushing it. There is a night race 60 miles away on the Summer Solstice. But the distances are 5 mile, 3 hours or 6 hours. So I wouldn't really be getting an official 10k in if I did that one. I wish a 10k was an option. I might consider it if it was since it starts at 9 pm instead of 7 am. Oh well, I am really looking forward to the HM on Saturday. Who knows what I will do after that.

    @BruinsGal_91 Good luck on your HM! And good luck on the 5K @greyparks206 !

    @rheddmobile I'm glad you are back running. I hope that your leg continues to heal and doesn't give you too much more trouble.



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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
    kgirlhart wrote: »
    And good luck on the 5K @greyparks206

    Thank you!

  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    lporter229 wrote: »

    Today is not turning out to be a very good day. I started the day proving my husband's point that I should not be driving his truck by crashing it into a concrete pillar at the gas station this morning. I had no left overs from dinner last night, so much lunch is a sad compilation of things I was able to scrounge together from my fridge and pantry (i.e tuna fish, cottage cheese, tomatoes and canned beets). To top it all off, I have an orthodontist appointment this afternoon...ugh! If I am not able to squeeze a run in this evening, somebody might get hurt.

    :( sorry to hear this! Hope the rest of your day turns out better!
  • BruinsGal_91
    BruinsGal_91 Posts: 1,400 Member
    kgirlhart wrote: »
    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
    5/13: 8 miles
    5/15: 2.6 miles
    5/16: 2.6 miles

    54.5/85 miles completed

    Today's run was another short 2.6 miles. It was a really nice run and I hated to have to stop. I've been thinking that after I finish the HM on Saturday I will be dialing my mileage back some from the distances I was running during the training. But this taper has definitely shown me that I like to run close to 4 miles for a short run. I do like having time in the morning for both running and yoga before work, so I will probably just run as much as I can in about 45 minutes on my week day runs. And I like running 7-9 miles on my long runs. I wish I could find some 10k races in my area. So far I have not had an opportunity to run an official 10K. There are only 2 that I know of this year. One is the same day as my HM, and the other is in June, but it is still 75 miles away and that is really almost too far to get up in the morning and drive. The HM is 40 miles away and that is kind of pushing it. There is a night race 60 miles away on the Summer Solstice. But the distances are 5 mile, 3 hours or 6 hours. So I wouldn't really be getting an official 10k in if I did that one. I wish a 10k was an option. I might consider it if it was since it starts at 9 pm instead of 7 am. Oh well, I am really looking forward to the HM on Saturday. Who knows what I will do after that.

    @BruinsGal_91 Good luck on your HM! And good luck on the 5K @greyparks206 !

    @rheddmobile I'm glad you are back running. I hope that your leg continues to heal and doesn't give you too much more trouble.



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    Upcoming races:
    5/19/18: Run for 57th AHC Half Marathon
    11/10/18: Wags & Whiskers 5K

    Cheers! and good luck to you too @kgirlhart - and to @greyparks206 and anyone else racing this weekend.

    I think 10k is my favourite distance, and I'm lucky in that I have a few close by to choose from. I try to pick races that are no more than 25 miles from my home. Unless it's a half, and then I'm happy to travel a bit further.

    2018 races completed
    1/21/18 Dreamfar 10k (age-group 5/23)
    2/10/18 Cupid's Chase 5k (age-group 4/24)
    3/10/18 Medway Shamrock Shuffle 5k (age-group 3/25)
    4/08/18 Holly Club Hustle 5k (4th overall, 2nd woman, 2nd in age group)
    5/13/18 Strivers Mothers' Day 5k (age-group 15/55)

    2018 registered races
    5/19/18 Martha's Vineyard Half Marathon
    6/21/18 J P Morgan Corporate Challenge 3.5m
    8/18/18 Book it! Dedham Library 5k
    9/08/18 Louisa May Alcott Orchard House 10k
    9/29/18 Stride for Healthy Communities 5k
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