August 2018 Running Challenge
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ContraryMaryMary wrote: »I have finally entered the Auckland Half on October 28th. This is a hilly course but nothing too severe - the Harbour Bridge is the longest hill but has amazing views across the city to distract you (and this event is the only time you can cross it on foot).
I'm following this with the Xterra Trail Challenge Waihi just three weeks later - 20.5km of "breath-taking riverside trails alongside the natural gorge, historic railway tracks (complete with tunnels - torches/headlamps compulsory) and all wrapped up in native bush." What they don't shout about is the 980m of elevation and its 8/10 toughness factor. Could be a full on day!
I'm hoping to PB Auckland (sub 1:50 ideally but with a field of up to 7000, the sheer volume of people can play havoc with finishing times, especially if you have a bad start like I did last year - it's a ferry ride to the start line and our boat sat on the water for about 40 minutes for reasons unknown which had us running from the terminal and straight across the start line - no last minute coffee or loo stops - about seven minutes after the gun went off and behind thousands of walkers and slower runners!!)
For Waihi, my plan is to not die. To enjoy the view, the tunnels, the swing bridges and have a pleasant day out!
Not as mad as some of you, but a pretty full on month for me!! I can't wait.
@ContraryMaryMary I really really want to do the Auckland half. I think I'll have to put it on the calendar for next year. The chance to run over the bridge is always a draw! Have you decided on the kerikeri half yet? Oh and I'm actually in Auckland briefly on Thursday, passing through on my way to Dunedin, will be back through Sunday. Want to do a Sunday evening run? Lol0 -
went out for a slow test the waters run around the park this morning - the aim was to keep it dead slow and try and keep my heart rate down. Possibly would have been able to keep the HR down below 150 if there hadn't been some undulations, but good to get out.
Can't help thinking my run up (down rather) a mountain on Sunday might have been a bit too much too soon as there's a lot of aching going on, and my yoga session last night was killing my hips.
good to be back and see some good running around here!!9 -
Well it wasn't very pretty and it was VERY slow but my 7.5km were completed today as planned. We'll see what my legs have to say about that later.
2/8: 5km
3/8: 5km
5/8: 4.5km
7/8: 6.5km
9/8: 5km
10/8: 4.5km
12/8: 5km
14/8: 7km
16/8: 5km
17/8: 5.5km
19/8: 4km
21/8: 7.5km
August goal: 97km, completed: 64.5km7 -
@ContraryMaryMary I really really want to do the Auckland half. I think I'll have to put it on the calendar for next year. The chance to run over the bridge is always a draw! Have you decided on the kerikeri half yet? Oh and I'm actually in Auckland briefly on Thursday, passing through on my way to Dunedin, will be back through Sunday. Want to do a Sunday evening run? Lol
@avidkeo, I’d love to but am running the Mt Maunganui half on Saturday so won’t be running Sunday. Next time!!
And I’ve opted for Waihi over Kerikeri (same date) as it’s a day trip versus a weekend away - and also it looks super awesome, even though I love the Kerikeri half. Do you run trails?0 -
7 miles this morning. Temperature about normal, but humidity down slightly. Woke up thinking I might actually run with a shirt on, but alas was still pretty sticky out. Glad I didn't, because sweated just as much as normal. Slow first few of miles, but then fell into a good rhythm and cruised the last 4 miles. Counting down with you @amymoreorless until Fall arrives!
@sarahthes great HM. Gutting it out with a sore calf is a real challenge. Way to go!
@garygse so impressed by your mileage.
@polskagirl01 congratulations on your half marathon.
@girlinahat welcome back! Looks like you found your missing mojo. Wish I could feel like that again.
@ContraryMaryMary sounds like you have a very full plate of racing coming up. They all sound like amazing races. Have fun!!7 -
Aug to date miles ran - 9.1 miles (4 workouts)
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No run this morning as it was supposed to be a heavy lift day. Forgot that I had told the PT I could do a session with her today, so about 30 minutes in to my heavy lifting upper body session she finished up with her previous client and looks at me and says "you ready?" I gutted out the session but the exercise ball pikes at the end really tried my core and stability.
@quilteryoyo Haven't been to the storytelling festival yet as my folks just moved down last August, but it is on my list of things to do.6 -
8/1 - 4 hilly miles to start the month
8/2 - unplanned rest day
8/3 - another
8/4 - 4 hot, humid miles
8/5 - planned rest day / 23rd anniversary
8/6 - 4.5 treadmill miles
8/7 - 5 treadmill miles / trek class, then some upper body weights.
8/8 - 4.5 hilly miles.
8/9 - 5 miles / trek class, then upper body weights
8/10 - Nada
8/11 - 4 treadmill miles
8/12 - 7 miles, then got on a plane - stiffness
8/13 - 3.1 treadmill miles, then upper body weights
8/14 - 5 miles on "trail"
8/15 - 4 treadmill miles, then quick upper body weights
8/16 - Nothing.
8/17 - Travel day.
8/18 - 3.5 miles on indoor track, then upper body weights.
8/19 - 7 miles
8/20 - 4 treadmill miles
8/21 - 4 'mill miles, then weights.
68.6 of 1106 -
Thanks everyone! Calves are still really stiff but I went for a short walk last night and felt great. I'll hit the pavement for 2-3 km tonight.5
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@sarehthes I almost always run the day after, or at most the following day of ANY race, even utlras. I do not go for any speed records, but I am a firm believer in getting moving again asap.
Also, everyone else advises against it so do not do that.3 -
PastorVincent wrote: »@sarehthes I almost always run the day after, or at most the following day of ANY race, even utlras. I do not go for any speed records, but I am a firm believer in getting moving again asap.
Also, everyone else advises against it so do not do that.
i don't do anything crazy but i at least for a hike the day after.1 -
PastorVincent wrote: »@sarehthes I almost always run the day after, or at most the following day of ANY race, even utlras. I do not go for any speed records, but I am a firm believer in getting moving again asap.
Also, everyone else advises against it so do not do that.
I did a three mile hill race the morning after my very hilly marathon. All for the cowbell medal you understand.
I swear that's the reason I was still able to walk afterwards2 -
girlinahat wrote: »PastorVincent wrote: »@sarehthes I almost always run the day after, or at most the following day of ANY race, even utlras. I do not go for any speed records, but I am a firm believer in getting moving again asap.
Also, everyone else advises against it so do not do that.
I did a three mile hill race the morning after my very hilly marathon. All for the cowbell medal you understand.
I swear that's the reason I was still able to walk afterwards
IMO, yes. I think everyone's advice not to is a disservice, but I am in the minority in this belief (possibly alone) so YMMV and talk to a doctor and all that.0 -
PastorVincent wrote: »@sarehthes I almost always run the day after, or at most the following day of ANY race, even utlras. I do not go for any speed records, but I am a firm believer in getting moving again asap.
Also, everyone else advises against it so do not do that.
I've found it's easier for me to go out for at least a short, easy run the day after. I've done both and it appears to take longer to feel better if I rest.0 -
August Goal: 60 Miles
8/1: 3 miles (1 mile warm up w/6 x 200m hill efforts + 1 mile cool down)
8/2: 3 miles
8/3 Rest
8/4: 6 miles
8/5: Rest
8/6: 3 miles + 5 x 10 second strides
8/7: 3 miles
8/8: 4 miles (1 mile warm up + 2 miles @ 10:20 pace + 1 mile cool down)
8/9: 3 miles recovery + 5 x 10 second strides
8/10: Rest
8/11: 7 miles
8/12: Rest
8/13: 4 miles + 5 x 10 second strides
8/14: 3 miles
8/15: 1 mile warm-up + 6 x 300m hill efforts @ 90% + 1 mile cool down
8/16: 3 miles
8/17: Rest
8/18: 5 miles
8/19: Rest
8/20: 4 miles + 5 x 10 second strides
8/21: 3 miles
Miles To Go: 6
Upcoming Races:
Santa Monica Classic | 5K | September 9th
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I don't usually take days off after races or long runs. I just do what my body feels capable of.2
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workaholic_nurse wrote: »2.29 miles of intervals this morning, new phone's GPS much better than last one and consequently pace seems much more in line with when I was starting 5 years ago(never shoulda stopped but, meh, life) Working C25k for intervals. Totals for the month 48.25/55. Should have set a stretch goal but oh well ...Running the Tweetsie Trail again on 8/26 if anyone cares to join me. Gonna start at the Johnson City end and head all the way to Elizabethton in TN, trail is very nice crushed gravel and a lot of shade. If anyone cares to join me for the 10 miles let me know. Fair warning I am a fairly slow 12-13 minute mile runner.
I would love to! I sent you a message. :-)0 -
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PastorVincent wrote: »@sarehthes I almost always run the day after, or at most the following day of ANY race, even utlras. I do not go for any speed records, but I am a firm believer in getting moving again asap.
Also, everyone else advises against it so do not do that.
i don't do anything crazy but i at least for a hike the day after.
Yep, that's why I walked last night! Plus I was going stir crazy because I'm making Plans for next year and I want to get started NOW because I'm super impatient.
Also I wanted ice cream.6 -
PastorVincent wrote: »girlinahat wrote: »PastorVincent wrote: »@sarehthes I almost always run the day after, or at most the following day of ANY race, even utlras. I do not go for any speed records, but I am a firm believer in getting moving again asap.
Also, everyone else advises against it so do not do that.
I did a three mile hill race the morning after my very hilly marathon. All for the cowbell medal you understand.
I swear that's the reason I was still able to walk afterwards
IMO, yes. I think everyone's advice not to is a disservice, but I am in the minority in this belief (possibly alone) so YMMV and talk to a doctor and all that.
I don't think you are that alone in this opinion @PastorVincent. Looks like many of us fell that the day after 'recovery run' does in fact help us recover!3
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