February 2019 Monthly Running Challenge
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martaindale wrote: »greenolivetree wrote: »I started the month on Friday by bumping from 40 min run to 48 min run. So I sort of deviated from the Bridge to 10k plan. I'm not really liking how every run just gets longer. It feels like every run is a long run???? So instead of progressing from 40 mins to 45 mins, I made the jump to 48 so I can knock a few min off some other runs.
This was something I found I didn't like about some of the plans I looked at. I also tried the C210K and didn't like all the walking breaks. I ended up using an app from active called 5K to 10K trainer. It mixes in recovery runs, pace runs, a little speed work, and a long run once a week. I really liked the variety and it made it easy to recycle the last few weeks of the plan once you finish it just to build a workout schedule and make sure you don't overdo it the week before a race. I will probably just keep using the last month of this app until it's time for me to switch to a HM training plan.
Interesting, I'll have to have a look at that one too! I also had intended on continuing with the C210k but as I'm in recovery mode I'm not too keen on ending up with three identical hour long runs per week. I was thinking of finishing C25k then starting on Hal Higdon's Novice 8k plan then looking at one of his 10k or 15k ones, but am liking the sound of that app!3 -
February Running
02/01: 3.50 mile easy run
02/03: 6.05 mile long run
02/04: 3.01 mile recovery run
Total: 12.56 miles
Run notes:
Just a quick, easy 3 mile run this morning before work. I ran to the park near my apartment for the first time in months (!!) but the hill loop I normally run there was still 90% ice so I just ran loops around the park instead. Kept the pace nice and easy this morning, my legs were still feeling quite sore from yesterday's long run. Rest day tomorrow (from running), and then next up is a workout run on wednesday.
Upcoming race:
- Excalibur 10 Miler (3/17/19)13 -
I feel sooooo lame. I am not a great runner. Can I commit to 30 miles..... and not get made fun of?
The real win is you beginning your path and starting your run. No one will make fun of you here, i promise. 30 is also my goal, i am still a newbie so I feel that is healthy for non seasoned runners. You don't want to over do it and can always increase when you are comfortable12 -
Ran yesterday and today in the daylight and it’s so much easier. Must do this more during the remaining winter months.
February Running Challenge
3rd - 4 miles
4th - 5 miles
Goal: 9/137miles
Race Calendar
10th March - Grizzly 20mile
7th April - Manchester Marathon11 -
martaindale wrote: »greenolivetree wrote: »I started the month on Friday by bumping from 40 min run to 48 min run. So I sort of deviated from the Bridge to 10k plan. I'm not really liking how every run just gets longer. It feels like every run is a long run???? So instead of progressing from 40 mins to 45 mins, I made the jump to 48 so I can knock a few min off some other runs.
This was something I found I didn't like about some of the plans I looked at. I also tried the C210K and didn't like all the walking breaks. I ended up using an app from active called 5K to 10K trainer. It mixes in recovery runs, pace runs, a little speed work, and a long run once a week. I really liked the variety and it made it easy to recycle the last few weeks of the plan once you finish it just to build a workout schedule and make sure you don't overdo it the week before a race. I will probably just keep using the last month of this app until it's time for me to switch to a HM training plan.
I may look into that. Thanks.2 -
Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?2 -
My bacon is ready for fueling my long runs! I took a 10 pound pork belly from Costco, cured it for a week, smoked it in my smoker and fried up a few slices. I made two flavors...Asian and pepper maple syrup. The Asian flavor is killer. I'll have to find a different recipe for a sweeter bacon.
I love having this on a long run. I figure the salt is a great electrolyte source and it sure is a mental boost midway and towards the end of a 3 hour+ run.The raw pork belly:
In the curing solution, about to go into the fridge for a week
Done curing, about to go into the smoker.
Done smoking, about to into the frying pan:
Done frying, about to go into my belly!19 -
@martaindale That is a really good 5k time! I bet you surprise yourself and that becomes the new normal pretty soon. Also, congrats on a good finish at your race!1
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Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Not sure about the fit of asics but in many brands the women's shoes have a narrower heel proportionately. So if you have issues with heel slippage, men's sizes may not be the way to go.2 -
rheddmobile wrote: »Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Not sure about the fit of asics but in many brands the women's shoes have a narrower heel proportionately. So if you have issues with heel slippage, men's sizes may not be the way to go.rheddmobile wrote: »Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Not sure about the fit of asics but in many brands the women's shoes have a narrower heel proportionately. So if you have issues with heel slippage, men's sizes may not be the way to go.
Go to the store and use the men's measure thingy to measure your feet? ( I am sure it has a real name...)5 -
Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
As @rheddmobile says, the heel is going to be wider so you’ll get slipping. I always find the shoes I wear are never on sale!!2 -
Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
I have the exact same issue with my Asics and have worn the mens version without issue (I wear the GT 2000). The only difference I've noticed is that the women's version feels slightly more soft/cushioned than the mens, otherwise fit seemed identical to me. This chart here has the sizes listed in cm, so just find the equivalent mens size to yours. For example, I wear 10.5 in womens. The chart says that size is 27 cm, or equivalent to a mens 9. Hope this helps!
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Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
I have a pair of men’s ASICS in the same size as my women’s ones (same model etc) for this exact reason and I can’t honestly tell the difference.3 -
ContraryMaryMary wrote: »Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
As @rheddmobile says, the heel is going to be wider so you’ll get slipping. I always find the shoes I wear are never on sale!!
So frustrating right!!! I'm quickly realising because i have stupid special feet I just have to suck it up and buy the expensive ones, or when there is a new model out, buy two of the previous or something because I'm only getting around 5 months out of a pair. At least now I know. do you mean the heel slipping out of the shoe? I HATE that and yep is one of the things I'm really careful of.PastorVincent wrote: »[
Go to the store and use the men's measure thingy to measure your feet? ( I am sure it has a real name...)
@ariceroni and @louubelle16 that gives me hope.
Ill have a really good look around, and where ever I go Ill make sure they have a really good return policy, which probably means Ill just go straight to Asics because they have a good returns policy (and that means paying full price).
Thanks everyone.
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Feb 1 - 5 km
Feb 4 - 4.2 km
Feb total: 9.2 km
Feb goal: 50 km
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Something my husband brought me back from London.12 -
Something my husband brought me back from London.
wooooooo
want those
those of you that run with your dogs...do you run with collars or harness? i prefer harness since we go canicross but the one i have sometimes gives them fabric burn in their armpits. i would prefer not canicross since they can be sooooo expensive0 -
those of you that run with your dogs...do you run with collars or harness? i prefer harness since we go canicross but the one i have sometimes gives them fabric burn in their armpits. i would prefer not canicross since they can be sooooo expensive
Kody is usually off leash when he runs with me, but when I do leash him I use a collar with a ring opposite the buckle. It makes it easier to attach and doesn't swing the buckle around. This is the one I have:
https://www.gundogsupply.com/k-9-k-center-ring-w-dee-1-inch-blue.html
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Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Men's sizes are typically 2 sizes down from the women's size. Ex: Women's 9 would be a men's 7. You might look into New Balance, as they are a lot better about having a variety of wide width to choose from. If you go the men's shoe route and find the heels are too wide, try Nike's for a brand. They tend to run more narrow. Best of luck!3 -
Crafty_camper123 wrote: »Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Men's sizes are typically 2 sizes down from the women's size. Ex: Women's 9 would be a men's 7. You might look into New Balance, as they are a lot better about having a variety of wide width to choose from. If you go the men's shoe route and find the heels are too wide, try Nike's for a brand. They tend to run more narrow. Best of luck!
Actually, @avidkeo, @Crafty_camper123 makes a good point. I too have a wide Kiwi foot, and after years of running in Asics I made the switch to New Balance at my podiatrist's recommendation. Best. Thing. Ever.
I have the NB Impulse for speedwork (4mm drop), currently on sale for $156: https://www.newbalance.co.nz/pd/fuelcell-impulse/WFCIM-V1-NZ-MBG.html?dwvar_WFCIM-V1-NZ-MBG_color=Black_with_Phantom#color=Black_with_Phantom&width=D and NB Freshfoam 1080 for longer runs (8mm drop) currently on sale for $168: https://www.newbalance.co.nz/search?q=fresh foam 1080&prefn1=genderAndAgeGroupCombo&prefv1=Women. Both in the wide fit (these links are for the W fit)
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Date...........Run.......Walk
02/01........11M.......0.0M
02/02........20M.......0.0M
02/01........00M.......0.0M
02/02........13M.......3.8M
---MTD: 3.8 miles walking 44 miles running 0KM resting
Upcoming Races
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ContraryMaryMary wrote: »Crafty_camper123 wrote: »Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Men's sizes are typically 2 sizes down from the women's size. Ex: Women's 9 would be a men's 7. You might look into New Balance, as they are a lot better about having a variety of wide width to choose from. If you go the men's shoe route and find the heels are too wide, try Nike's for a brand. They tend to run more narrow. Best of luck!
Actually, @avidkeo, @Crafty_camper123 makes a good point. I too have a wide Kiwi foot, and after years of running in Asics I made the switch to New Balance at my podiatrist's recommendation. Best. Thing. Ever.
I have the NB Impulse for speedwork (4mm drop), currently on sale for $156: https://www.newbalance.co.nz/pd/fuelcell-impulse/WFCIM-V1-NZ-MBG.html?dwvar_WFCIM-V1-NZ-MBG_color=Black_with_Phantom#color=Black_with_Phantom&width=D and NB Freshfoam 1080 for longer runs (8mm drop) currently on sale for $168: https://www.newbalance.co.nz/search?q=fresh foam 1080&prefn1=genderAndAgeGroupCombo&prefv1=Women. Both in the wide fit (these links are for the W fit)
My most famous pair of running shoes are a New Balance, 770. But they don't make that range anymore and when I got fitted last, in September, none of the New Balance felt right. Hence moving to the Asics. Ive got the Gel Kayano 24 and also adore them. They've been great.
My biggest dillema is its a couple of months before I'm going to town next to try on shoes. Everything ive read about the Kayano 25's is the fit is pretty much the same as the 24's, so I'm less worried about buying them on line. And with my tendonitis issue, I have to make sure Ive got something that stops me rolling in. Stupid annoying picky feet.
Finally I found a place with an awesome return policy (the athletes foot @Contrary_MaryM) - though I LOVE New Balances return policy more (they will let you return them within 30 days no matter the condition!!!).
ETA oh and now I know I get 5 months out of shoes, you bet your butt anytime I'm in town Ill be buying a new pair (or 2) cause this is soooo frustrating. I'm going to have to use my under armour shoes for the next week or so. they are fine, but give me blisters when I do any runs longer than 8km.4 -
Wasn't feeling good all day, and when I saw it was almost 80F, I almost didn't go out. But decided since it was going to be the last run this week (in Texas), and mother nature seemed like she was getting me ready for Florida, I may as well do a slow run. Turns out I forgot 80F in February isn't the same as 80F in July. Felt like one of the easiest 10Ks I've done in a while. Running cures all!17
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So today was ridiculous compared to last week. Last week we were dealing with -27F(-33 C) and today it was 60F (16 C)!
During my lunch walk though I found plenty of ice on my normal trail:
So when I ran later I took a different route. What I call the "high road" - because it is like 10 or 20 feet higher than the trail I prefer, it is also very much crowded. But with all that ice I had little choice. Mud and slush I can deal with, ice that is slick enough to ice sake on in hiking books is a different game. One I did not want to play.
So I am coming back in from my run. It is 55F (13C)at the finish of my run. Sun has just set, I am wearing a heat gear t-shirt, would have been in shorts had I had them... and MITTENS! LOL Gotta love Raynaud's!
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Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Most of my shoes are men's because of the wide width. I've noticed some vanity sizing going on recently, so if you can, try them on in-store. I went from being a size 9/9.5 in men's to a size 8/8.5, and it's absolutely not because my feet have shrunk (don't I wish, though!). The brands I bought are New Balance and Nike for running, but find that I like Nike a lot better because NB seems to have gotten even bigger in the heel than what I remember from years before. Plus, Nike gives me more arch support. Which is weird, because my arches are pretty flat and I usually appreciate the flatness of NB, but the last pair were pulling my ankles in.3 -
Back at it again. Fell short of my insanely low goal last month (5.2/10 miles). But I found THE pair of shoes and my knee is feeling pretty good. Goal this month is 10 miles again.11
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Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
02/01/19 :::: 2.3 :::: 2.3
02/02/19 :::: 10.0 :::: 12.3
02/03/19 :::: 4.0 :::: 16.3
02/04/19 :::: 3.8 :::: 20.1
Wow, 61 degrees high temp today which is a crazy swing from a couple of days ago when it was below 0. I left work early so I could walk the dog before a conference call and then my run group. The walk was so nice and I saw a ton of happy people out running in shorts. I was a little sad to wait until after dark to do my run with the group tonight. It got a little chillier but was still around 50 by that time. Our workout was a 15-minute tempo run, with warmup, cooldown and 4 sprints. I wasn't sure my knee was up to trying speedwork so I started conservatively but it felt okay. I picked up the pace a bit in the second half. Overall felt pretty good and it was so nice not to be freezing cold that I felt like the whole workout flew by.
Pull-up challenge workout - rest day today.
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Wasn't feeling good all day, and when I saw it was almost 80F, I almost didn't go out. But decided since it was going to be the last run this week (in Texas), and mother nature seemed like she was getting me ready for Florida, I may as well do a slow run. Turns out I forgot 80F in February isn't the same as 80F in July. Felt like one of the easiest 10Ks I've done in a while. Running cures all!
So true! I was sort of dreading running in the “heat” but it felt so much nicer than I expected! Nice to not have to worry about layers and whatnot, too.
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somethingsoright wrote: »Popping in before work for some advice. I definitely have to get new shoes - todays run included pain in my knees, and when I look down in can see some inward rolling. Sigh. I'd really hoped to wait another 2 months.
Ivs found some asics on sale - same ones I currently have, but they only have standard width and I need a D. They have mens on sale (and at a cheaper price #pinktax). I see mens are D width standard. Any ladies bought mens shoes? How many sizes do you go down?
Most of my shoes are men's because of the wide width. I've noticed some vanity sizing going on recently, so if you can, try them on in-store. I went from being a size 9/9.5 in men's to a size 8/8.5, and it's absolutely not because my feet have shrunk (don't I wish, though!). The brands I bought are New Balance and Nike for running, but find that I like Nike a lot better because NB seems to have gotten even bigger in the heel than what I remember from years before. Plus, Nike gives me more arch support. Which is weird, because my arches are pretty flat and I usually appreciate the flatness of NB, but the last pair were pulling my ankles in.
That is nothing new. I wear anything from a men's like 9 to a men's 12 pending on brand, style, and so on. Shoe sizes have always been highly variable, at least in my lifetime.4
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