January 2019 Monthly Running Challenge
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Looking for a unique marathon this spring? Consider the Sandlot Marathon just northwest of Minneapolis. Complete with 384 opportunities to visit the aid station, serving hot dog flavored Heed!
https://sandlotmarathon.com/
I luv the fact this marathon is advertising for only 2 volunteers!
And bring stuff to share at the aid table
And use your own gps to prove you did the distance
Kinda awesome and efficient! Lol9 -
Looking for a unique marathon this spring? Consider the Sandlot Marathon just northwest of Minneapolis. Complete with 384 opportunities to visit the aid station, serving hot dog flavored Heed!
https://sandlotmarathon.com/
I luv the fact this marathon is advertising for only 2 volunteers!
And bring stuff to share at the aid table
And use your own gps to prove you did the distance
Kinda awesome and efficient! Lol
One neat thing about this is you never know where you are in the pack. I mean for the first 2 hours, you would have the lead runners in sight the whole time but not have any clue who is ahead of you or behind you.3 -
Looking for a unique marathon this spring? Consider the Sandlot Marathon just northwest of Minneapolis. Complete with 384 opportunities to visit the aid station, serving hot dog flavored Heed!
https://sandlotmarathon.com/
I luv the fact this marathon is advertising for only 2 volunteers!
And bring stuff to share at the aid table
And use your own gps to prove you did the distance
Kinda awesome and efficient! Lol
And if you get lost, remember, the pitcher's mound should always be on your left...
I love the course description, particularly the elevation profile
https://sandlotmarathon.com/course-description/
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So, I have that long flight Friday and I have no idea how to spend my time.
Dh suggested a book. I don’t read.
Then suggested an audio book. Of what? And sit for hours listening to the same voice drone on? Ugh.
I can’t listen to music, because there’s no service. I can’t surf the mfp group. Or watch a movie.
I have an anatomy coloring book which will keep me interested all of 5 minutes until I get disoriented, yes I packed Dramamine. What if I drop a pencil like a little kid? Jeez.
I have my running plans made out through the end of April. What the heck am I gonna do?
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juliet3455 wrote: »@7lenny7 , @MNLittleFinn , @JessicaMcB A new race - a differant concept .
Sounds like one you would like. A bit of travel involved to get to the start line for lenny & LittleFinn
@juliet3455 that looks very cool! I've never seen a format like that before. I had to look hard to figure out where this was. I finally figured it out. We have an office in Calgary, which is only 2.5 hours away. I've never had reason to go there, though, so trying to time a trip to coincide with work would be near impossible. It would be fun though.
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So, I have that long flight Friday and I have no idea how to spend my time.
Dh suggested a book. I don’t read.
Then suggested an audio book. Of what? And sit for hours listening to the same voice drone on? Ugh.
I can’t listen to music, because there’s no service. I can’t surf the mfp group. Or watch a movie.
I have an anatomy coloring book which will keep me interested all of 5 minutes until I get disoriented, yes I packed Dramamine. What if I drop a pencil like a little kid? Jeez.
I have my running plans made out through the end of April. What the heck am I gonna do?
@Elise4270 Many apps now let you download content to your phone so you can watch/listen to them without service. Netflix and Youtube both do. I'm sure there are many others. Bring a backup battery, if you can get one on the plane, to keep your ipad charged.
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Looking for a unique marathon this spring? Consider the Sandlot Marathon just northwest of Minneapolis. Complete with 384 opportunities to visit the aid station, serving hot dog flavored Heed!
https://sandlotmarathon.com/
I luv the fact this marathon is advertising for only 2 volunteers!
And bring stuff to share at the aid table
And use your own gps to prove you did the distance
Kinda awesome and efficient! Lol
And if you get lost, remember, the pitcher's mound should always be on your left...
I love the course description, particularly the elevation profile
https://sandlotmarathon.com/course-description/
I don’t know. Getting “lost” might be a huge problem for some participants (depending on their race hydration and fueling strategy). The Facebook page says there is an aid station every loop - 384.55 potential stops. The aid station will be serving beer, margaritas, Fireball and Bloody Marys ........
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Usually $5 buys you internet on long planes. Depending on length of flight, might be worth the money. Bring earphones, the plug in kind, not Bluetooth- I recently learned Bluetooth doesn’t work in airplane mode. Then you can do anything on your iPad. Depending on the airline, they offer tv for free. Another reason to have plug in headphones. I usually download podcasts and have a book. And switch back and forth.
ETA...
While I’m posting. I am still here, still have no good goal... currently moving... again... which makes running in the near future unlikely. And my sidewalk adverse town, also has gotten like 30 inches of snow in the last 3 weeks, 12 ish in the last week, plus wind...and only had 2 days above freezing.... which not only complicates running, but making moving a terrible activity. But, I plan to run... eventually.10 -
juliet3455 wrote: »@7lenny7 , @MNLittleFinn , @JessicaMcB A new race - a differant concept .
Sounds like one you would like. A bit of travel involved to get to the start line for lenny & LittleFinn
@juliet3455 that looks very cool! I've never seen a format like that before. I had to look hard to figure out where this was. I finally figured it out. We have an office in Calgary, which is only 2.5 hours away. I've never had reason to go there, though, so trying to time a trip to coincide with work would be near impossible. It would be fun though.
@7lenny7 If you (or any of the folks @juliet3455 tagged) came out to do that race I'd sign up for a leg! A very, very slooooow leg... (or maybe I'd volunteer instead).3 -
So, I have that long flight Friday and I have no idea how to spend my time.
Dh suggested a book. I don’t read.
Then suggested an audio book. Of what? And sit for hours listening to the same voice drone on? Ugh.
I can’t listen to music, because there’s no service. I can’t surf the mfp group. Or watch a movie.
I have an anatomy coloring book which will keep me interested all of 5 minutes until I get disoriented, yes I packed Dramamine. What if I drop a pencil like a little kid? Jeez.
I have my running plans made out through the end of April. What the heck am I gonna do?
@Elise4270 Many apps now let you download content to your phone so you can watch/listen to them without service. Netflix and Youtube both do. I'm sure there are many others. Bring a backup battery, if you can get one on the plane, to keep your ipad charged.
Thanks!
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Usually $5 buys you internet on long planes. Depending on length of flight, might be worth the money. Bring earphones, the plug in kind, not Bluetooth- I recently learned Bluetooth doesn’t work in airplane mode. Then you can do anything on your iPad. Depending on the airline, they offer tv for free. Another reason to have plug in headphones. I usually download podcasts and have a book. And switch back and forth.
ETA...
While I’m posting. I am still here, still have no good goal... currently moving... again... which makes running in the near future unlikely. And my sidewalk adverse town, also has gotten like 30 inches of snow in the last 3 weeks, 12 ish in the last week, plus wind...and only had 2 days above freezing.... which not only complicates running, but making moving a terrible activity. But, I plan to run... eventually.
Oh dang. I was keen on my Bluetooth noise canceling head phones. I have home work to do! I think they have a plug in... maybe. Yes. Whew! The ones that go in your ear make my ears sore. 5 bucks ain’t bad.
What’s a podcast? Is it like YouTube, but no video? Where are podcasts? Can I get them on anything? I don’t like fiction stuff.
Maybe. Idk. I think I’m horribly picky. I have half a plan now. Thanks!2 -
So, I have that long flight Friday and I have no idea how to spend my time.
Dh suggested a book. I don’t read.
Then suggested an audio book. Of what? And sit for hours listening to the same voice drone on? Ugh.
I can’t listen to music, because there’s no service. I can’t surf the mfp group. Or watch a movie.
I have an anatomy coloring book which will keep me interested all of 5 minutes until I get disoriented, yes I packed Dramamine. What if I drop a pencil like a little kid? Jeez.
I have my running plans made out through the end of April. What the heck am I gonna do?
Can't help With the flight, but I WANT an anatomy colouring book! Pics please!3 -
Trying to catch up but am wayyyy to far behind.
I feel like I've started this year well, 3 runs in 3 days. Not anything of any great length but am building up. Today I had thought I'd only do 3k,and I did 5.that feels great.
I got a new running tank yesterday. I got the large on advice but thought the medium fit better. It was more "snug", especially arround the middle. I prefer snug, anything flapping annoys me. Also the large was looser around the arm holes.
Big mistake. Should have gone with the medium. I have chaffey under my arm. From rubbing. Annoying because it's a great tank other than that! I see why people buy branded. It's so light weight, and minimal coverage in the back so I wasn't so hot. My usual tank has a lot more coverage. So lesson learned, go with your gut and ignore people who comment about things being too snug.
I did get one bargain in the sales. My sports bras are usuly around $60 (can't be bothered converting, just halve them it's approximate, also I'm a 10E so a really awkward size - I think that's 32...).Yesterday there was an outlet shop that had them for $15 each. Bargain. Then I found out they were 40% off again. So basically $9 each. I got 3.
Rest day tomorrow, mostly to let the chaffe heal. I may take the kids for a mile walk. Will see. Tempted to try a streak for January...8 -
January Goal: Do more than last month
1/1 1.25
1/2 2.20
Total: 3.45
@Elise4270 If you're flying Hawaiian, there are movies and music available on headphone (you can use your own set). There is also a USB plug at each seat to stay charged. I always have my tablet preloaded with lots of my stupid games....and you can usually download Kindle books (lots of nonfiction titles available).
Upcoming races:
January 4, 2019 Hilo to Volcano Ultra 50k Relay. In memory of @keeprunningfatboy
Ticker is my goal for 2018 and (obviously deficient) progress to date:
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So, I have that long flight Friday and I have no idea how to spend my time.
Dh suggested a book. I don’t read.
Then suggested an audio book. Of what? And sit for hours listening to the same voice drone on? Ugh.
I can’t listen to music, because there’s no service. I can’t surf the mfp group. Or watch a movie.
I have an anatomy coloring book which will keep me interested all of 5 minutes until I get disoriented, yes I packed Dramamine. What if I drop a pencil like a little kid? Jeez.
I have my running plans made out through the end of April. What the heck am I gonna do?
I usually download a bunch of stuff to my phone or tablet for long flights, music, TV shows, movies and whatnot. Spotify and Youtube both do offline, as does Netflix.
Alternatively, perhaps you could take a notebook and try to write something?
Most of the time I do a lot of preparation and end up sleeping half the way lol.4 -
01 - 4
02 - 1.25
January Total: 5.25 miles
January Goal: 60 miles
Upcoming Races:
Rhody Run 12k (5/19)
Tomorrow I am doing an evening run, not looking forward to running in the dark, but glad I'll have a friend keeping me company. Happy running!5 -
@Elise4270 - You can also download movies or episodes of shows from Netflix. I typically do enough for both flights and then see if the flight has any offerings that I want to watch. I also bring magazines I have been wanting to catch up on (Runner's World, Women's Running, etc...). When I had Internet access I would also watch YouTube videos mostly about running (binge watching Kelly Roberts BQ or Bust series!).
@medmuso - Congratulations! That is very exciting!!
@msarobix - Lots of us keep spreadsheets. There was a discussion last month about what we track and @7lenny7 had a good one that he shared. You can search on spreadsheet in the December thread to take a look. I track miles, duration, pace, Min, Max, Avg HR, shoes (for miles per shoes), steps, etc... Even though some of that info is in Strava I want to be able to do my own trend comparisons YoY
@somethingsoright - there are several shoe brands now that have wider toe boxes and are 0 drop but have 'some' cushioning so not totally minimal. Altra is probably the best known (REI mentioned previously carries a few of their styles), Topo Athletic is another as is Carson Footwear (primarily trail running). Definitely a visit to a good running store that has many brands to try and compare would be a good idea.
I would also take that sports podiatrist up on that analysis offer and then look for shoes based on the recommendations from it.
Welcome back @skippygirlsmom - missed you! Hope all is going well!
@ddmom0811 - Congratulations on finishing your streak! Awesome job!
Still no run for me yet in 2019. Hopefully on Friday. I am still babying my foot and Hobbes the Vizsla has been traumatized and isn't much interested in going out with me
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newbie here
Jan 1 : 1.5 =1.5/30 miles, walking 5.6 miles (after run) note: run took 19.13 min
Jan 2: 3.02= 4.52/30 miles, walking 11.13 miles (after run): run took 37.02 min 👍improvment
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New Member to this, hi everyone!!
My running (& walking) goals for the month of January, 10 (& 20) miles!
[January 1] Ran 1.00 mile in 14:14 and Walked 0.86 mile in 17:55. (1/10 and 0.86/20)
[January 2] Walked 2.29 mile in 1:10:28. (1/10 and 3.15/20)9 -
@medmuso Congratulations! My training last week was equally set back a few days for that same reason, but if there were ever a good excuse to miss a run I reckon that’s it!
@Elise4270 I have never flown for longer than 3hrs, so I can’t help, but I am very jealous of your anatomy colouring book. More details, please 3
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