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March 2020 Monthly Running Challenge
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@Avidkeo My heart goes out to you.
As a health care professional, you know what you signed up for. Your spouse also knows what he signed up for.
Children don't get the chance to sign up - they go with the flow.
No one can really advise you about the best course of action - you need to weigh the pros and cons and make a decision.
Once you make that decision, recognize you weighed all the evidence and made the best decision you could, and don't recast the decision in light of what may or may not result from that decision. Do your best and trust you have done the best you could.8 -
@Avidkeo Not sure this is an answer, but I saw on TV a couple of days ago where a couple with kids, one spouse in health care, put up a plastic barrier, that they could see through, in the middle of their house. The kids and wife, I think, stayed on one side and the other spouse on the other. So, they were "still together" and could talk to one another, but not spreading the virus. I'll see if I can find a link to the story. (Can't seem to find it anywhere. Sorry.)5
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Congratulations on your run @quilteryoyo ! Great job!
@rheddmobile Good news for your freind and his mom! It's nice to see some good news.
I have no advice @Avidkeo But sending hugs. That has to be a hard decision.
I never thought the spoiler suggestion was to censor any non running talk. I wouldn't like that. And I don't want people leaving the group. But one thing I love about this group is that it has always been supportive and there isn't usually real arguing on here. I am taking the pandemic very seriously, but I am also trying not to spend all of my time reading about it and mostly arguing with others about it. It is causing a lot of stress in an already stressful situation. But I can always scroll past post that I disagree with or am not interested in and I would rather do that than have others feel censored. I've just never had to do that in this thread and I would hate for this group to become one more thing that Covid-19 has ruined.
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@Avidkeo I read an article of a healthcare worker who is going home, going into the entryway and removing all her clothes / putting on fresh clothes left there by her husband... wiping everything she touches with Lysol wipes. Going in and sleeping / living in a separate room and keeping the 6 ft. distance.
My sister is a nurse treating Covid-19 patients and I'm sure she does none of that. There are 8 people living in her house, including my mom (who is higher risk due to her age). I'm just kinda waiting to see how soon and which people in that house end up sick. Additionally, my sister (the nurse treating patients with Covid-19) is pregnant.
If you don't keep distance, you can still be extra careful about cleaning and masks. We had been told early on that the N95 or better masks are needed to avoid breathing it in, but that even those thin paper masks are good enough for people who have it to keep from spreading it around. My understanding is that the Coronavirus is an aerosol (not airborne), so it would make sense that limiting moisture at the point of exiting from one's mouth and nose would be a good way to prevent spread.5 -
Thanks for the love and support guys it really helps. And shoes that no! It's not over the top. I'll chat with my manager on Monday, see what's in place and do a bit of research. I want to keep my family healthy, that's more important.
Well I just got back from a 14.5k run!! Was tough at the end, my hips were starting to complain, there were a few hills lol. Total of 40 floors climbed. So many people out walking and running. I just started staying on the road because there were so few cars, it was wonderful. Overall it was a medium effort, still need to work on slowing down my long runs but am getting better.
I did my 7.5k route twice and it wasn't as bad as I thought I would be. I much prefer out and back routes. Help me in a few weeks when I'm up to 20k... I'll survive.
And I was listening to a podcast called case files. This particular one was about Jones Town. Really interesting. But the app had an update and it no longer auto plays the next episode. So annoying! Fwpni guess.
So now going to relax at home, spend time with the kids. And chill.8 -
Oh and I just dropped into the conversation with hubby about training for a full marathon. He raised an eye brow but that was his only reaction. I said I'm crazy aren't I. He said yep. I asked of he still loved me, he said yes laughing.
So now he knows. Well to be fair I had made comments about training for a marathon before, just called it marathon training. Not sure if he picked up on that or not. But now it's definitely out there.
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T1DCarnivoreRunner wrote: »@Avidkeo I read an article of a healthcare worker who is going home, going into the entryway and removing all her clothes / putting on fresh clothes left there by her husband... wiping everything she touches with Lysol wipes. Going in and sleeping / living in a separate room and keeping the 6 ft. distance.
My sister is a nurse treating Covid-19 patients and I'm sure she does none of that. There are 8 people living in her house, including my mom (who is higher risk due to her age). I'm just kinda waiting to see how soon and which people in that house end up sick. Additionally, my sister (the nurse treating patients with Covid-19) is pregnant.
If you don't keep distance, you can still be extra careful about cleaning and masks. We had been told early on that the N95 or better masks are needed to avoid breathing it in, but that even those thin paper masks are good enough for people who have it to keep from spreading it around. My understanding is that the Coronavirus is an aerosol (not airborne), so it would make sense that limiting moisture at the point of exiting from one's mouth and nose would be a good way to prevent spread.
I've been wearing mufti to work, changing into my uniform there, then changing before I leave to come home. Washing hands, or full shower if I really feel the need when I get home, and changing again when I get home, washing everything.
So that's fine for casual contact. But if I actually catch it, I'm more likely to pass it on.3 -
Ok so my husband has suggested that I live somewhere else for the duration of the crisis. Because I am front line health, I am at huge risk of contracting it, in fact we all feel its a case of when, not if. He doesn't want to get it, and doesn't want the kids to get it. My 6yr old gets asthma, and it always kicks off worse when she's got a cold/flu. So we aren't keen on her getting it.
I admit to resisting. For a few reasons.
1: Id feel guilty about him caring for the kids 24/7 for 3 weeks, potentially longer.
2: I'm not that worried about the kids getting it, they will be miserable for a few days but it seems to be sparing kids. But then that guilt/stress? And if they have it, I have no choice but to stay home from work anyway
3: and maybe this should be no one, the idea of not being with my family for that length of time, or even longer, rips out my heart.
So wise world of the MFP monthly running challenge group. Advice, suggestions?
I've emailed my manager asking what work has in place atm, work are supposed to provide accommodation for those who want to stay away from family. But won't hear until Monday.
I do not know the answer, but I do know that some of the nurses I know talk about stripping before entering the house (I assume they have a place to do that sadly) and hopping in the shower before interacting with anyone. Scrubbing down real good and putting on clean clothes. I guess it is like treating your home like an operating theater.
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So that's fine for casual contact. But if I actually catch it, I'm more likely to pass it on.
Personally I suggest you worry about what you CAN control (cleaning, changing clothes, etc.) and ignore what you can not (someone randomly getting the virus). Doing anything else is a path to anxiety. IMO, YMMV, etc
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@T1DCarnivoreRunner here’s an article on pregnancy and the virus. I know all the info is early. thinking of your sister out there on the frontlines, not sure she has time to read anything. https://www.brief19.com/?utm_source=figure1&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=March250
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@Avidkeo I don't have answers either, but thinking of you and all the frontline workers and truly appreciating what you are doing.
Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
03/01/20 :::: 4.1 :::: 4.1
03/02/20 :::: 3.9 :::: 8.0
03/03/20 :::: 3.0 :::: 11.0
03/04/20 :::: 3.3 :::: 14.3
03/05/20 :::: 5.0 :::: 19.4
03/06/20 :::: 3.2 :::: 22.5
03/07/20 :::: 2.3 :::: 24.8
03/08/20 :::: 1.3 :::: 26.1
03/09/20 :::: 4.3 :::: 30.5
03/10/20 :::: 2.0 :::: 32.5
03/11/20 :::: 1.5 :::: 34.0
03/12/20 :::: 1.5 :::: 35.5
03/13/20 :::: 1.5 :::: 37.1
03/14/20 :::: 3.2 :::: 40.3
03/15/20 :::: 7.0 :::: 47.3
03/16/20 :::: 2.2 :::: 49.5
03/17/20 :::: 3.9 :::: 53.4
03/18/20 :::: 4.1 :::: 57.5
03/19/20 :::: 2.7 :::: 60.2
03/20/20 :::: 1.6 :::: 61.8
03/21/20 :::: 9.0 :::: 70.8
03/22/20 :::: 2.7 :::: 73.5
03/23/20 :::: 2.3 :::: 75.8
03/24/20 :::: 3.0 :::: 78.8
03/25/20 :::: 3.1 :::: 82.0
03/26/20 :::: 2.1 :::: 84.1
03/27/20 :::: 2.1 :::: 86.2
Spartan training day! Although it was a short run today, I also did two other workouts. Early this morning I went to a park that has a ton of stone stairs down to a lake, and I went down and back up them 6 times with a weighted backpack (about 20 lbs). Then took of the pack and "ran" down and up 1 last time. I say "ran" because that was what I was supposed to do, but my legs were shaking at that point and it was more of a stagger up than running. Felt really good to be done with that!
Then in the late afternoon I ran on the track as a warm=up before doing a mace workout in the athletic fields at the high school. The workout included burpees and the ground was muddy and wet, and I ended up just covered in mud all up and down my front. I certainly got some looks when I stopped to buy some essential wine on my way home.
I think I should sleep well tonight! And my quads and calves are not going to majorly complain tomorrow.
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Oh wow... I didn’t realize I was still going to start something.... I was actually trying VERY hard to do the OPPOSITE. The main reason I did the spoiler yesterday was because:
1. i was definitely in full blown, dirty mad and rant mode. (I actually hit the “done button” once before posting, so y’all actually got the 2nd draft slightly calmer version.)
2. I was very specifically suggesting what I thought responsible, respectful, not selfish, reasonable human beings do.
3. I was very specifically suggesting that I have an expectation that all persons still required to show up to a work place with other persons would be exhibiting the responsible characteristics mentioned in #2.
4. I was detailing the vast consequences a person’s actions can have, in what normally would be a no big deal situation, when they believe that they are exempt from current events.
5. I was pointing out that even folks who seem on the surface to be skeptical of current events, may still be anxious enough that 0 to panicked happens VERY easily.
6. And based on recent reading I learned we were not all on the same side of the above mentioned social responsibilities.
And so, I figured I would essentially give a “trigger warning” of sorts, for those who may disagree with any of those items... or those who didn’t want to read the ranting of a mad country girl (once again, that was a calmer version, than draft 1)....an easy way to avoid it.
So, yeah... I am in full support of whatever y’all want to do. I did it as a personal choice, and did not intend to indicate anyone else should or shouldn’t do the same. But I truly hope we continue to have all of the honest, candid, emotional conversations we have always had on running, injuries, family, life, health, current events, and even hotdogs. That is what has always made this group great. It is what brings the connection. If all we did was mileage reports, I doubt any of us would still be here.
In other news, hot dogs have actually made their way on my tentative grocery list, for IF and WHEN I ever get a day off, and can get to the grocery store.
And, just to show my support for both sides of the current debate.....
I don’t care if you “KNOW” it is “just a sinus infection,” if you are SICK WITH ANYTHING RIGHT NOW, STAY THE F HOME, AND DON’T COME TO WORK!SpoilerI don’t care if you “KNOW” it is “just a sinus infection,” if you are SICK WITH ANYTHING RIGHT NOW, STAY THE F HOME, AND DON’T COME TO WORK!
Stay healthy, happy running, and enjoy your hotdogs.
Hopefully tomorrow y’all will actually get a run report from me?8 -
Oh wow... I didn’t realize I was still going to start something.... I was actually trying VERY hard to do the OPPOSITE. The main reason I did the spoiler yesterday was because:
1. i was definitely in full blown, dirty mad and rant mode. (I actually hit the “done button” once before posting, so y’all actually got the 2nd draft slightly calmer version.)
2. I was very specifically suggesting what I thought responsible, respectful, not selfish, reasonable human beings do.
3. I was very specifically suggesting that I have an expectation that all persons still required to show up to a work place with other persons would be exhibiting the responsible characteristics mentioned in #2.
4. I was detailing the vast consequences a person’s actions can have, in what normally would be a no big deal situation, when they believe that they are exempt from current events.
5. I was pointing out that even folks who seem on the surface to be skeptical of current events, may still be anxious enough that 0 to panicked happens VERY easily.
6. And based on recent reading I learned we were not all on the same side of the above mentioned social responsibilities.
And so, I figured I would essentially give a “trigger warning” of sorts, for those who may disagree with any of those items... or those who didn’t want to read the ranting of a mad country girl (once again, that was a calmer version, than draft 1)....an easy way to avoid it.
So, yeah... I am in full support of whatever y’all want to do. I did it as a personal choice, and did not intend to indicate anyone else should or shouldn’t do the same. But I truly hope we continue to have all of the honest, candid, emotional conversations we have always had on running, injuries, family, life, health, current events, and even hotdogs. That is what has always made this group great. It is what brings the connection. If all we did was mileage reports, I doubt any of us would still be here.
In other news, hot dogs have actually made their way on my tentative grocery list, for IF and WHEN I ever get a day off, and can get to the grocery store.
And, just to show my support for both sides of the current debate.....
I don’t care if you “KNOW” it is “just a sinus infection,” if you are SICK WITH ANYTHING RIGHT NOW, STAY THE F HOME, AND DON’T COME TO WORK!SpoilerI don’t care if you “KNOW” it is “just a sinus infection,” if you are SICK WITH ANYTHING RIGHT NOW, STAY THE F HOME, AND DON’T COME TO WORK!
Stay healthy, happy running, and enjoy your hotdogs.
Hopefully tomorrow y’all will actually get a run report from me?
I had hotdogs last night for the first time in forever - and, because this is what is truly controversial, for the record, with fried onions, cheese, tomato sauce and American mustard.7 -
Aw someone reported me for abuse. I guess I really hit a nerve.
I've been i this thread for years but I'm done. It was nice knowing some of you.13 -
ContraryMaryMary wrote: »
I had hotdogs last night for the first time in forever - and, because this is what is truly controversial, for the record, with fried onions, cheese, tomato sauce and American mustard.
OMG so good! And now I want a hot dog - since we can't have the kiwi version (not that i eat them, but the kids do). For the non kiwis, the kiwi version of a hot dog is kinds like a corn dog. So hotdog, on a stick covered in batter (not corn bread) and deep fried. Served slathered in ketsup3 -
Ok so my husband has suggested that I live somewhere else for the duration of the crisis. Because I am front line health, I am at huge risk of contracting it, in fact we all feel its a case of when, not if. He doesn't want to get it, and doesn't want the kids to get it. My 6yr old gets asthma, and it always kicks off worse when she's got a cold/flu. So we aren't keen on her getting it.
I admit to resisting. For a few reasons.
1: Id feel guilty about him caring for the kids 24/7 for 3 weeks, potentially longer.
2: I'm not that worried about the kids getting it, they will be miserable for a few days but it seems to be sparing kids. But then that guilt/stress? And if they have it, I have no choice but to stay home from work anyway
3: and maybe this should be no one, the idea of not being with my family for that length of time, or even longer, rips out my heart.
So wise world of the MFP monthly running challenge group. Advice, suggestions?
I've emailed my manager asking what work has in place atm, work are supposed to provide accommodation for those who want to stay away from family. But won't hear until Monday.
If I were in your shoes and my employer had something set up, I’d probably honor my husbands request. If he or one of the kids got really sick now that he’s made the request I’d think that would be even harder. It sounds like his request is coming from a genuinely fearful position. You might talk with him about setting up video dates with him and the kids to find ways to share mealtime together etc. You’re in a really tough situation. So much is really unknown. Hugs and prayers for you that you are able to stay safe.
My daughter is a paramedic and her employer has something set up for any of the workers who are uncomfortable going home to family due to the risk of exposure. Since her husband is also a paramedic, they are both at risk for exposure. So they felt it made more sense to just go home like normal.3 -
OMG so good! And now I want a hot dog - since we can't have the kiwi version (not that i eat them, but the kids do). For the non kiwis, the kiwi version of a hot dog is kinds like a corn dog. So hotdog, on a stick covered in batter (not corn bread) and deep fried. Served slathered in ketsup
Yes ketchup! Mustard is evil...
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In running related news... I am lazy.
I didn’t run yesterday because (insert lame excuse). Then today it was 91F outside... so I didn’t run again. I plan to run tomorrow 6-7 miles if it’s a bit cooler.4 -
@RunsOnEspresso - I am truly sorry that someone reported you and that you feel you have to leave. This group has always been about inclusion and how great runners are with each other. I believe, like others have posted, that the vast majority of us believe that the issue is real and feel your frustration and concern that others, especially in AZ, are not taking it seriously and putting you, others and each other at risk! I hope at some point you feel you can come back to us as I (as a long term participant like yourself) have always enjoyed and found value in your input, support and comments.11
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Date.........Miles.......Total
03/01.......0.00.........0.00
03/02.......4.85.........4.85 - + Agility Class
03/03.......4.91.........9.76
03/04.......0.00.........9.76
03/05.......5.77.......15.53 - + Strength Training
03/06.......3.89.......19.42
03/07.......1.04.......20.46 - Dog Beach run
03/08.......7.32.......27.78
03/09.......4.86.......32.64
03/10.......0.00.......32.64 - + Strength Training
03/11.......0.00.......32.64
03/12.......0.00.......32.64 - + Strength Training
03/13.......5.63.......38.27
03/14.......4.80.......43.07
03/15.......6.86.......49.93
03/16.......4.19.......54.12
03/17.......0.00.......54.12 - + Strength Training at Home
03/18.......0.00.......54.12
03/19.......4.77.......58.89
03/20.......1.56.......60.45
03/21.......5.95.......66.40
03/22.......0.00.......66.40
03/23.......6.34.......72.74
03/24.......0.00.......72.74
03/25.......4.74.......77.48
03/26.......0.00.......77.48 - + Vizsla Strength Training
03/27.......6.56.......84.04
2020 Run the Year Team - 2020 R.I.O.T. (Running Is Our Therapy) 454.03/1000 miles (running and walking)
2020 Planned and Completed Races
02/02/20 - Surf City Half Marathon2 -
My husband and I went for a midnight walk hoping to avoid traffic. I’ve discussed my neighborhood in previous posts. How dumb is my neighborhood? This dumb! We went a little out of our way looking for a straight stretch of road that might be pleasant to run on, and ended up walking on a street where they were drag racing crotch rockets. You know those little bitty pocket bike racing motorcycles? Yeah those are super loud when in a street race at a time when absolutely nothing else in the whole world is stirring! Also they were throwing tons of firecrackers, just in case the police needed more of an excuse to bust them for drag racing. However it seems the police were all “sheltering in place” somewhere else.
Believe it or not the drag racers and audience of about twenty people were observing social distancing fairly strictly. My husband and I crossed the street and got hailed: “respect, my brother.” Well Okay then, best of luck to you too. Trying to put my feelings into words and can’t think of any that will get past the filter!
In other news, we heard a mating pair of Great Horned Owls. When mating they make funny cackling noises.10 -
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I love playing devil's advocate so here goes...
One person posted a comment about focusing on running and using spoilers. It wasn't an edict, you have the choice to do as you like. If we have suggestions that are controversial maybe go for a run before posting and consider them.
As a neutral @RunsOnEspresso your post was aggresive in it's tone though I suspect it is the real life situation and the huge pressures many of us now face more than one persons post that drove that. I hope you can find relief from those pressures as soon as possible. Maybe go for a run and consider before posting.
Reporting for abuse - why???? This is a supportive group, if someone posts something you don't like you can ignore it or realise we are unprecedented times and a total game changer of how we live and people need support and sometimes people react when under those pressures - kind of like you reacted by reporting abuse - maybe go for a run and consider before posting.
Just look at @Avidkeo having to decide whether to live with her family or not. Whilst some of us are less impacted by what is happening this is very, very real for many people - for my 2 pence worth @Avidkeo you are the front line professional working with other frontline professionals, you are the people with the knowledge to make that call. Your only concern should be who catches Cov-19 and not worrying about your husband being the sole carer for a while. As I husband I do anything to keep my SO and family safe and that is a small sacrifice. I not sure going for a run will help but I'm stick with this a my theraputic proposal. Thank you for everything you are doing and whatever your decision you cannot second guess it afterwards, know you made the best call you could at the time.
Can we please stop the discussion. Post what you want how you want and we can ignore/applaud/sympathise as we wish and get through this together. Maybe I should have gone for a run and considered this before posting
Fantastic news on the run @quilteryoyo and great pics!!! Superb running.
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@Avidkeo - no advice for the difficult decisions you’re having to make right now, but huge admiration and gratitude for your bravery. I hope when we all come out of this, the public will remember everything you and your colleagues have done.
I can’t get on board with all the hot dog chat as I’m not really a fan unless they are made with English style sausages. However, I can agree that this lockdown business is an invitation to get fat. Especially with children who seem to eat constantly. There’s a morning snack and an afternoon snack as well as all the meals. I feel like a hobbit - breakfast, second breakfast, elevenses etc!! Will almost be a relief when I’m back on the work rota (Easter week, boo!)
At least I’m allowed to run once a day. And I do it at the crack of dawn so rarely see anyone and good to see anyone out is practising really good distancing and being so polite and civilised about it.
Have a good weekend all - I’m inspired to have a go at a bit of gardening. I imagine in a couple of hours I will be scratched, bloody, muddy, and cursing you all for giving me the idea! X
March goal: 36 miles
March total: 65.6 miles (reckon I might hit double my goal!)
2/3: 3.3 m
3/3: 3.3 m
4/3: 3.3m
5/3: 3.3m
6/3: 3.3m
9/3: 3.3m
11/3: 3.3m
12/3: 3.3m
13/3: 3.3m
17/3: 3.3m
18/3: 3.3m
19/3: 3.3m
21/3: 3.3m
22/3: 4.0m
24/3: 3.6m
25/3: 3.7m
26/3: 3.8m
27/3: 3.7m
28/3: 3.8m
February total: 17.8m
January total: 0m10 -
5 more miles and I'm at goal! I was going to run yesterday after work, because it was so beautiful out. It was 55 degrees and sunny, and its been in the upper 30's and windy and wet the last week or so. I had a bit of a headache so was already second guessing it, but then I realized... it's Friday evening. And its nice out. Everyone and their brother is going to be out. Having a reactive dog, I decided I might just skip it and save myself the extra head pain and run today and tomorrow, because its going to rain. I like running in the rain. It's peaceful.5
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RunsOnEspresso wrote: »Aw someone reported me for abuse. I guess I really hit a nerve.
I've been i this thread for years but I'm done. It was nice knowing some of you.
I hope you change your mind, but if you do not, I understand.
Just know that you are wanted here and that this too will pass behind us and in a few months y'all will be annoyed when you find out I normally use provolone cheese instead of a bun on my hotdogs. 11 -
WOW! That's some workout @katharmonic ! You rock. I can't do stairs, let alone with a 20 pound backpack.
@rheddmobile You do live in a very interesting neighborhood. Glad they were at least being responsible with keeping their distance and didn't pose a threat to the intruders (you & DH). I do wonder where the police were. I guess no one reported them.
Thanks for all the kudos on my run yesterday. I figured I wouldn't be able to walk this morning, but I'm not sore at all! Not running today. Instead, I'll be mowing my lawn for the first time this year. I've put it off as long as I can.4 -
3-1 7k moderate
3-2 7k thresholdish + resistance bands
3-3 7k moderate
3-4 rest
3-5 11k slow
3-6 7k moderate
3-7 7k easy
3-8 7k threshold
3-9 11k easy
3-10 rest
3-11 7k moderate
3-12 7k moderate
3-13 11k slow
3-14 7k moderate
3-15 8k slow
3-16 7k easy
3-17 rest
3-18 7k slow
3-19 7k moderate
3-20 REST
3-21 7k easy
3-22 7k easy
3-23 7k slow
3-24 rest
3-25 7k moderate
3-26 7k moderate
3-27 rest
3-28 7k easy
March Total: 167k
March Goal: 170k
January Total: 161k
February Total: 167k
2020 Total through February: 328k
Cloudy, 51 degrees F this morning, with a couple of occasional raindrops and plenty of nite crawlers to keep me company. Even my niggles were unusually well behaved after a rest day.
I've tried as hard as I can to resist, but I just have to wade into this controversy: Smith's Natural Casing hot dogs are the best!!! Cooked on a charcoal grill...on a bun...with ketchup...and mustard. Fire away!!!!!
When you pop in here claiming your December 2020 mileage, what accomplishments will you have made?
Return to a good running weight of 175 lbs
Run at least 4 5k races
Get a 5k PR
Average at least 138k per month, to meet my Run the Year pledge of 1,020 miles
Stretch goal: If I can average 169k per month, I can run 2020K in 2020
Run the Year Team: Pavement Pounders
2020 races:
4-25 Shine the Light 5k, Twinsburg, OH Cancelled
5-23 Race for the Parks 5k, Hudson OH
6-20 Freedom Run 5k, Aurora, OH8 -
I forgot to mention my first run in 6 days yesterday which was just a general 5 mile 'see how you feel' run and I equalled my PB for 5k at 29:30 which I've only done once before and my second best time is 30:16.
Even my virtual running competition is now cancelled so no need for another HM this weekend and I decided to do my own parkrun over a new route as I had a bit of pent up energy from a quieter morning than expected. It was a little more up and down than I anticipated. New 5k PB at 28:07 😲
I think that will stand for a while!!11 -
Sorry this is so long but I couldn’t sleep last night thinking about this group. I hope you will read my thoughts... I am what I would call a 'legacy member', other than @skippygirlsmom and @ddmom0811 and maybe @elise4270, I have been in the group probably the longest joining sometime in 2014. I am also one of the oldest (in age) members too not that it makes any difference.
This group has always been the place to ask questions, give answers, provide too much information and graphic pictures (black toe nails anyone?). This is where I learned what a fartlek is and about HR training, cadence and so many other running topics as well as just getting to know everyone’s talents in addition to running (dogs, cats, quilting, authoring books, etc.). It’s a place to set goals and think about our motivations as well as to just have fun conversations about whatever (@elise4270's monthly questions).
This group is so unique in that it is such a diverse yet incredibly inclusive group reaching all over the world and across all socioeconomic groups. We have never cared what your political affiliation is or what your position is on any specific news topic du jour other than possibly how it affects your running. I am not saying there have not been disagreements, there have been (socks and hot dogs are the ones I remember the most) and we all have strong opinions when it comes to running shoes. But we are all tied together by a love of running.
Now with this pandemic, or whatever you want to call it, we are all being impacted and have a commonality in something other than running. I think it is important to talk about how it affects our daily lives if it is, how it may be affecting our running or our ability to run. Whatever you believe or don't believe about it, it is still likely impacting your life and your running in some way.
I appreciated @noblsheep's wise words on how China was recovering and how she managed to stay sane and still run on occasion despite being in strict lock down. I am amazed that @eleanorhawkins could run a HM on her treadmill as well as being able to find ways to entertain her family while stuck inside in Spain. I feel for our frontline members like @avidkeo who is trying to figure out how best to protect her family while working in a hospital and training for a marathon with all the restrictions in New Zealand.
Honestly, I feel like I need all of you and hearing how you are dealing with it and still managing, more than ever. We have to continue to exercise our ability to share as well as to scroll by any topic (black toenail pictures!). I don’t want anyone to feel censored or that they need to leave because they disagree with me or someone else in the group.
I am honestly hoping that we can leave the conflict all behind here in the March thread and move forward in the April thread (you too @RunsOnEspresso) being what we have always been – this wonderful group of uniquely diverse and inclusive people brought together by a common love for running!
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Great job @TheMrWobbly ! Amazing pace, especially when you weren't even trying for a PB. What was the reasoning behind cancelling the virtual running competition?
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