August 2018 Running Challenge
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August Goal: 200 running miles.
August Running:
07.30.18 - 08.05.18: Running Miles - 57 / Weekly TSS - 676 / Fitness: CTL - 84
Goals 07.30.18 - 08.05.18:
Run: 6 Days, at least 55 miles with a LR of 17 on Wknd.
Base 2 : Week 1 of 4
07.30.18 - 7.4 m.
07.31.18 - 1.3 m. and Biking.
08.01.18 - 9.5 m.
08.02.18 - Too sore.
08.03.18 -17.1 m.
08.04.18 - 7.4 m.
08.05.18 - 14.2 m.
Upcoming Events:
08.25.18 - Tour de Donut Bike Ride
Notes:
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LaDispute57 wrote: »Was getting ready to head out for my run when I realized that I wanted another pair of shoes, so I had to stop and order them.... Now I can go do my run...
1163 reviews and close to 5 star, really impressive. Those look lite and fast.2 -
dreamer12151 wrote: »So this is all self diagnosed, but as a former LMT, (& nurses aide) I think I have a pretty good idea of what is physically going on. True, I'm not a doctor or NP, but I when I read through different sources, go back to my old books & such, I think I'm a least in the right ball park anyways.
After my run yesterday, I felt a nice, sharp pain in my right hip. Did not go away throughout the day or evening, and is still with me today. When I move, do self manipulations or stretches I am oh so aware that it is inflamed. Ya, I think I've got a case of acute hip bursitis. Dang it.
Its all my fault, I've not been as stringent - ok, I've not stretched out after my runs this past week or so, and I've ignored my body's signals to take time, stretch &/or yoga it out. But with my monthly goal set higher (I know, "injuries" come 1st) because I have that "Revenge" 5K in a few weeks, just how long should I take off running to let it get better?
I am on a rest day today, plan was to run tomorrow & Tuesday, rest Wed. (run 2 days, rest 1 routine) Now thinking plan is just doing Yoga tomorrow & seeing how it goes for Tuesday, either yoga, swim or run if I feel up to it, rest Wed, then back running on Thur? Or is that pushing it?
I had trochanteric bursectomy 6 months ago. You should also find insane tenderness at the bursa. Shots helped. Hopefully it calms down with rest and self treatment.1 -
1---3.03 run
2---8.72 mile mtn bike ride
4---6.22 intervals
5---8.06 hike. Got lost. Wont sync to strava
Running. 17.31/85miles
Cycling.
Upcoming Races
October 14th Spirit of Survival Lawton OK. Quarter Marathon
March 31, 2019 A2A Undecided distance. Ardmore OK6 -
@Elise4270 I don't really pay attention to macros. I find that if I give myself too many "food rules" my diet falls apart. I just try to stay in my daily calorie range.2
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Hello everyone! I am starting back up on MFP and new to this group! I love how involved everyone is and I think that even though I haven't ran in a while, I walk a couple of miles a day, this would be a great group for me to be a part of to start my running journey.
Since my fiance and I just bought a house, I'm starting late, and I am new I am going to set a goal of 25 miles.
Hopefully I am able to do more than that. After reading through the posts I think you guys will be motivation enough for me to beat this goal!
We just bought a house too!
Welcome to the thread! 25miles is about a mile a day for the rest of the month. Or 2 miles every other day. Are you ready to run a whole mile? Its okay to do something like run/walk or other means to work up to it. Just need to be careful not to push too, especially as you are getting started. If you are, that's great! Go for it! We will all cheer you on. If not, that is okay and we will still cheer you on your way to get there. 2 -
Travel day for me. 1056km from start to finish.... say 630 miles or so if my math is right.
Macros: I don't watch them now but I think after my half marathon in 2 weeks I am going to try a lower carb plan again. I lost 70 lbs doing that a couple years ago, have regained a bit since. 2 weeks out from a major race isn't a good time to change things up, hence afterwards.4 -
Which is the opposite of me... now that you put it THAT way, what the hell was I thinking? LolKeepRunningFatboy wrote: »Those look lite and fast.
But I have been jonesing for these since they came out. Xero primarily has made their name in hurache running sandals and this shoe is basically their sandal with a mesh casing... and who can't love a 5,000 mile guarantee on the sole?3 -
8/1: 1.19
8/3: 4.07
8/4: 5
8/5: 6.04
Total: 16.30/100
9/30 Wineglass Marathon
I ran a little over 6 miles today at my favorite park. It was HOT and humid already, so I chose to go there since 80% of the trails have some shade. I tested out my new Garmin, and I think it is going to serve me better for running than the Apple Watch.
@RunsOnEspresso I’m checking in for the 100 mile club. With 31 days in the month, it should average to 3.23 a day, so I am just slightly over target. I am hoping to get in 35-37 miles this coming week.
@MegaMooseEsq Good race report!
@midwesterner85 Yay for your long run!6 -
Yes, welcome @mkaypaige! What @PastorVincent says is right on. And also be sure to carve out a significant portion of your day keeping up with this thread
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August goal: 180 miles
Date................Miles............Total/Remaining
8/1...................Rest.............. 000.00/180.00
8/2...................Rest.............. 000.00/180.00
8/3...................Rest.............. 000.00/180.00
8/4...................20.00............... 20.00/160.00
8/5.....................5.00............... 25.00/155.00
Upcoming Races:
August 25, 2018 Bubble Run 5K (Pittsburgh, PA)
October 20, 2018 Sinnemahone Ultra MarathonTrail Run 50K (Emporium, PA)
So... after botching my cool morning yesterday and having to do 20 miles in the nasty sun, you would think I would have learned a simple, easy-to-grasp lesson. Not so... frittered away another sweet morning and had to do a five mile "recovery" run in an even more blistering sun. I understand even more now why I fit in so well with the Idiots Running Club on Facebook.
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My running gear is in my parents' garage about 100 miles in the wrong direction. Oops.7
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LaDispute57 wrote: »
Which is the opposite of me... now that you put it THAT way, what the hell was I thinking? LolKeepRunningFatboy wrote: »Those look lite and fast.
But I have been jonesing for these since they came out. Xero primarily has made their name in hurache running sandals and this shoe is basically their sandal with a mesh casing... and who can't love a 5,000 mile guarantee on the sole?
5000 miles? Seriously? Heck, even @AlphaHowls would get a month or two out of those!
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4.47 per endomondo 16.03/55.
@MegaMooseEsq nice run report!
@LaDispute57 nice new kicks and wow the sole guarantee.
@rheddmobile nice distance!
After bowling 'til 2am, didn't really feel like running this morning as I didn't get to sleep until almost 5am. FInally rolled my lazy bones out of bed and decided to do a different loop and had a destination in mind to grab lunch directly after my run. Started off well, attempted to keep 13 minute pace throughout. Mile 1 up into town, loop up and around the church and down the other one way for mile 2, mile 3 at Ingle's grocery store and then loop back to my crossover street. Mile 4 just befor the stop sign then up the hill past the National Guard armory and back to the parked car. Thought it would be longer but meh. Happy with the distance so far this month.
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August goal: 75 miles
8/1: 4.5 miles
8/2: 5 miles
8/5: 6.5 miles
16/75 miles
I got a run in today! I wasn't sure if I would since my son and his girlfriend came in this weekend. But he had to work early this morning so they left yesterday. I did sleep in some so it was pretty warm for the run, but it was still nice. I ran 6.5 miles. I was glad to get a run in today since I won't be able to run next Sunday since I will be doing a colon prep and even if I run early I don't want to run on a liquid diet day. Oh the joys of turning 50. LolMonthly Question?
macros. Do you target them? And where's your personal "sweet" spot?
I don't really pay attention to macros. I just use the mfp default of 20P, 30F and 50C. I mostly pay attention to calories. I do try to hit my protein goal but don't worry about carbs and fat. It worked for me while losing ~76 pounds and it seems to be working in maintenance too.
I have a question for the group. Has anyone ever run with a concealed handgun? If so how was it and what type of holster did you use?
2018 races:
5/19/18: Run for 57th AHC Half Marathon - 2:43:59.7. - 2nd place AG
11/10/18: Wags & Whiskers 5K6 -
Me... after my last couple of runs....
https://youtu.be/DOCjzDcpDGc 8 -
I have a question for the group. Has anyone ever run with a concealed handgun? If so how was it and what type of holster did you use?
2018 races:
5/19/18: Run for 57th AHC Half Marathon - 2:43:59.7. - 2nd place AG
11/10/18: Wags & Whiskers 5K
I run with a fanny pack holster by DTOM, has a quick access zipper compartment and the medium size fits my Springfield XD-S .45 even with the 7 round magazine. When I wear it i also have spots for carry permit and phone, along witha small pocket for emergency cash.
ETA: this https://www.amazon.com/MEDIUM-Concealed-Carry-CORDURA-NYLON-Black/dp/B007SIY422?crid=3L49J2BF906SY&keywords=dtom+fanny+pack&qid=1533498752&sprefix=DTOM+,aps,292&sr=8-1&ref=mp_s_a_1_1
I run with it because I am a jail nurse in one of the surrounding areas and I sometimes run into some of the not very nice people Ihave dealt with in that setting.9 -
Rest day. I managed to get in at least some strength training (day isn't over yet, I can get in my abs and lunges.) Big step is getting it in Monday.2
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@LaDispute57 great video! Ha ha
Didn’t run this morning. I didn’t get much sleep last night I think it’s dawning on me Skip is leaving on Thursday. She is finally packing her clothes a few shirts and jeans and 12 sports bras, 10 running shorts, 15 running shirts, 10 running socks, spikes and 3 pair of trainers lol. Of yeah let’s not forget the 12 bottles of Mio sport. She’s ready.13 -
I very very loosely follow or use an older Higdon training plan (ok, I actually just follow his weekly long run ramp up) on Training Peaks. But I really like his quote I posted here about consistent training.7 -
KeepRunningFatboy wrote: »
I very very loosely follow or use an older Higdon training plan (ok, I actually just follow his weekly long run ramp up) on Training Peaks. But I really like his quote I posted here about consistent training.
That's always been my downfall, especially after a race. I followed the advice to rest X days/weeks after races and then I keep resting. After my half marathons, I've found if I go out the day or two after and run, I stick to it.2 -
8/1 - 1.5 mi
8/2 - walk
8/3 - 2.0 mi
8/4 - rest
8/5 - 1.75 mi c25k w4d2
Yesterday was weird as I actually rested completely for the entire day. I did a few yoga poses because my toddler thinks it’s hilarious, but other than that, it was just a rest/restore kind of day.
I went to a new yoga class today - very out of my introverted comfort zone and found I enjoyed the challenge. I was right next to my gym and it was ridiculously hot and humid outside, so I popped in to run on the treadmill.
Not my best run, not my worst run. It seemed more challenging than when I ran it on Friday, but Friday was outside and I remember thinking that I might die because it was so humid.
August: 5.25/20 miles9 -
KeepRunningFatboy wrote: »
I very very loosely follow or use an older Higdon training plan (ok, I actually just follow his weekly long run ramp up) on Training Peaks. But I really like his quote I posted here about consistent training.
That makes more since than the old 5 days rule. I've found that after incorporating 6-7 day run/bike week, my progress is better (once i got through the first 3 weeks).
Thanks for sharing that!3 -
Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
08/01/18 :::: 6.3 :::: 6.3
08/02/18 :::: 3.5 :::: 9.9
08/03/18 :::: 0.0 :::: 9.9
08/04/18 :::: 14.3 :::: 24.2
08/05/18 :::: 5.2 :::: 29.4
I waited for my friend to get back to town, and thinking it might be shadier a little later in the day we started at 4. OMG. It was so hot. Somehow I didn't realize it was 90 degrees or I might have protested more. Thank god that is done.
Tomorrow looks really hot too, so I may opt for the treadmill before my strength class. The rest of the week looks very iffy with thunderstorms. I just hope the humidity breaks a bit.
I spent some time making a spreadsheet of the next 12 weeks - because my marathon is 12 weeks from today!
The next 3 weeks are weird with races and travel, then I start back up with my heavier fall schedule at work. So I'm getting nervous about how this is going to go. I feel a little better having mapped it out (I was kind of avoiding looking ahead on my plan), but good grief it sounds like a lot. I better work in more yoga/calming meditation into my plan. Or just sleep.
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No running today, but I did attend my very first yoga class (not counting one I took in college that was so long ago I've mostly completely forgotten it). It was a yoga for runners and cyclists class, so that felt more comfortable for me than just dropping in, and the instructor was pretty good as far as I could tell. I got a little lost in a couple of places but mostly felt good. That said, I did learn that loose cotton pants were not the correct choice of clothing, so if I do go again I'll probably go with the running capris I just picked up. They're slightly snug, which is why they weren't my first choice today, but whatever.
I chatted with the instructor a bit after the class and got a pass for a free week of classes. I've looked into yoga classes before and am always a bit intimidated by the fact that their pricing options always seem to focus on unlimited passes - for people who want to take three or more classes a week! Do most people who do yoga classes really do that many classes?
In any case, I could see myself trying out their Sunday night "restorative" class and/or a Wednesday night beginner class, conveniently already rest days. I definitely felt like I was working (and sweating, OH YES) but I feel good now. Fighting off a second nap of the day. Maybe not fighting hard enough.
Also, I asked the instructor something that's been bugging me for a while: this class, along with other running-targeted flexibility and strength exercises I've looked at, included a focus on hip-flexor strength and movement. I have never been able to actually feel a hip-flexor stretch where I assume I'm supposed to be feeling it. She suggested that it is possible to be naturally flexible in that region and some people just don't really respond to that kind of movement. So it's nice to know I haven't just been doing a bunch of exercises completely wrong!8 -
On the handgun issue... Don't own guns, have a strong aversion to guns, can't see any reason for anyone to own one so I'm not much use in this discussion.
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KeepRunningFatboy wrote: »
I very very loosely follow or use an older Higdon training plan (ok, I actually just follow his weekly long run ramp up) on Training Peaks. But I really like his quote I posted here about consistent training.
I'm not sure that I buy into this... From January 2017 to mid-May 2018 due to several non-running related issues, I only ran about 200 miles after averaging about 1,400 to 1,800 miles per year for the previous 4 years. In mid-May of this year I ran a 50k with no training at all. Granted, I took a DNF, but I did 21 miles and a week later jumped full stride into a 50k training program. I assumed that it would probably be way too much considering essentially a 16 month layoff, but on the contrary I have been pounding the miles that are scheduled without feeling much in the way of negative effects. My body seems to recognize that it has a solid long distance base and is adapting quickly. Now the fact that I am not an athlete, I am not fast and am quite content just finishing my races probably plays into my perception that I have not lost much at all after a lengthy lay off. This article may have more relevance to those runners with greater athleticism and loftier goals in terms of speed and finishing rank.4 -
Man, I cannot let so many days go by without checking this thread! You all are amazing.
Off to a slow start - but I'll get there.
June goal - 44 miles - done
July goal - 52 miles - done
August goal - 57 miles
Next race: Sept. 30 - Wineglass, Corning7 -
LaDispute57 wrote: »On the handgun issue... Don't own guns, have a strong aversion to guns, can't see any reason for anyone to own one so I'm not much use in this discussion.
Ditto8 -
Slow and steady...wins the race??
3km since start of Aug
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