March 2021 Monthly Running Challenge
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Sorry about the migraines @marisap2010. They are so miserable. Hope you enjoy the cross country trails.
Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
03/01/21 :::: 3.2 :::: 3.2
03/02/21 :::: 2.1 :::: 5.2
03/03/21 :::: 3.1 :::: 8.4
03/04/21 :::: 2.9 :::: 11.2
03/05/21 :::: 5.0 :::: 16.3
03/06/21 :::: 9.0 :::: 25.3
I managed to get a long run done this morning. It was 19 degrees, feels like 10F, but fortunately the wind was not terrible for most of the route. And we met up close to my house so I could roll out last minute. My friends were doing 12 miles today but I had to cut it shorter. I'm heading out in a little while to go snowshoe hiking because that was not enough cold weather for me - better get to a mountain where it's even colder!
I'm thinking this might be winter's last hurrah (optimistic?) so I'm taking advantage and not complaining (too much).
Have a great day all!8 -
3-1 7k slow
3-2 7k easy
3-3 7k easy
3-4 7k slow
3-5 7k easy
3-6 7k measy (between moderate and easy)
March Total: 42k
March Goal: 150k
Sunny, low 30s F, and a northwest wind today. Just ran well for some unknown reason, unless it was the chocolate I ate last night...
When you pop in here claiming your December 2021 mileage, what accomplishments will you have made?
PUT THE FUN BACK IN THE RUN!
Return to a good running weight of 175 lbs (second attempt)7 -
H.O.L.Y. S.H.I.T.
10 miles this afternoon, but absolutely horrible run. Had to walk after every mile practically, and I was running very slow when I was actually running. Just felt so tired and legs felt like lead. Something is going on with me, just don't know what.
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For March I want to build on my February goal of completing Couch to 5k.
March goals:
Run 100kms (62 miles)
Build to 5mi long run by the end of the month.
Good luck to all of you and I'll see you at the finish line.
March 1 - March 5: 17km. Long run is at 3.9 miles and Couch 2 5k is finished!11 -
For March I want to build on my February goal of completing Couch to 5k.
March goals:
Run 100kms (62 miles)
Build to 5mi long run by the end of the month.
Good luck to all of you and I'll see you at the finish line.
March 1 - March 5: 17km. Long run is at 3.9 miles and Couch 2 5k is finished!
Well done!!! Keep it up!!!1 -
@katharmonic Hahaha You must really love that cold weather. Those temps are a little cold for me to run in, especially with a wind. Hope you enjoyed your snowshoe hiking.
@Tramboman It was definitely the chocolate!
@Scott6255 I hope your next run is a lot better! Good for you for sticking this one out. Have you changed anything that you know of nutrition, hydration, or sleep wise that could be the culprit?
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pfeiferlindsey wrote: »pfeiferlindsey wrote: »3/1 - No running - Spin and strength training
3/2 - 4 early morning miles that felt really awesome
Total for March - 4 miles
Goal for March - 70 miles
Miles to go - 66 miles
I have to say, even though I don't respond a lot, I do read and you all are such a positive, upbeat bunch and I love it. I love the motivation.
I did the challenges 2 years ago, but then "The Year That Will Be Forgotten" happened.
So:
March 3 - 3.11 miles
March 4 - 3.11 miles
March 5 - Today will be some spin and strength
Total for March - 10.22 miles
Goal for March - 70 miles
Miles to go - 59.78 miles
My huge goal this year is to get my base back that I lost last year. Before 2020, I was averaging 1000+ mile years and last year, I barely got to 600. So, my base is shot.
I ran 5 miles today without walking and felt totally amazing the entire time. Super happy with how it went and I have no doubt that I'll get to my goals this year. March goal is to get up to 6 miles comfortably and I'm sure I can do it.
March 6 - 5 miles
Total for March - 15.22 miles
Goal for March - 70 miles
Miles to go - 54.78 miles 7 -
quilteryoyo wrote: »@Scott6255 I hope your next run is a lot better! Good for you for sticking this one out. Have you changed anything that you know of nutrition, hydration, or sleep wise that could be the culprit?
Nope, that's the frustrating part. Nothing is different in my life. Maybe just getting old.5 -
So I did 49 minutes this morning for 4 miles (was supposed to do about 45 minutes) then 6 hours later I went back out for an hour, which I thought I would do 5 miles.
Nope.
It was 82° out. I took several walk breaks. Ended with 4.55
So 8.55 total for today and 25.3 for the month7 -
March Goal: 100 Miles
3/1: 1.32 miles
3/2: 5.32 miles
3/3: 5.32 miles
3/4: 5.52 miles
3/5: 1.40 miles
3/6: 1.2 miles
20.08/100 miles completed for March
Today's run was a short and quick (for me) 1.2 miles. My pace was 8:46. I rarely run that fast. It was a gorgeous day too so I also took my dogs to the park and walked a mile which is a lot for them now that they are both pretty old. It should be nice again tomorrow too so I am hoping that my long run will be really nice.
2021 Races:
11/6/21: Run For 57th AHC Half Marathon
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March Goal: 100 Miles
3/1: 1.32 miles
3/2: 5.32 miles
3/3: 5.32 miles
3/4: 5.52 miles
3/5: 1.40 miles
3/6: 1.2 miles
20.08/100 miles completed for March
Today's run was a short and quick (for me) 1.2 miles. My pace was 8:46. I rarely run that fast. It was a gorgeous day too so I also took my dogs to the park and walked a mile which is a lot for them now that they are both pretty old. It should be nice again tomorrow too so I am hoping that my long run will be really nice.
2021 Races:
11/6/21: Run For 57th AHC Half Marathon
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You are doing great @pfeiferlindsey !
@Scott6255 Humm. I hope you aren't getting sick. I don't think you would feel the affects of getting old all of a sudden. At least I hope not. Fingers crossed that your next run is amazing!
You're doing good @RunsOnEspresso . These drastic changes in temperatures are hard to overcome.
That's a fast pace for me too @kgirlhart !5 -
3/1 - 2.75 miles - 3.6 mph - Treadmill walk
3/2 - 2.00 miles - 3.6 mph - Treadmill walk
3/3 - 2.00 miles - 3.5 mph - Driveway laps
3/4 - 2.70 miles - 4.5 mph - First run/walk after surgery on the rural road near home
3/5 - 2.00 miles - 3.6 mph - Field walk
3/6 - 3.00 miles - 4.6 mph - Walk/run on rural road
March total: 14.45/62 miles
It was sunny, but a little bit cool today at 43°F, 6 mph N wind, feels like 40°F. I decided to wear my running skirt and a short sleeved shirt. It was chilly in the shade, but I did wind up sweating. Walking home 4 hours later was a bit nippy. I should have borrowed a jacket from my mom. It was 4 hours because I stopped to visit with mom and two of her sister's who were there. I didn't think they would stay very long, but they did.
I did the walk/run today for 3/2 minutes. That felt pretty good, but I think I'll stick with that for a few more runs since I had to stop twice to stretch out my calves. And, I may or may not have back tracked a little bit so that my running minutes would be on the flatter or down hill stretches of the route. LOL I did run up one hill I usually like to walk, and did okay with it.
I had gone down to my neighbor's this morning because her dog was having puppies. They weren't planned, but were expected, as they had witnessed the consummation. When I got there, she had already had 3. I witnessed the birth of the 4th and that was the last one. Puppy pictures in the spoiler.
This is the first three. I know it looks like there are 4, but the 4th hadn't been born yet.
The fourth one right after being born. It moved, so it isn't the best picture.
The puppies all found the food right away. Can you tell which one is the oldest?
I also went to my mom's to help her get some wood in. She has a goose couple at her pond. I'll have to look for a nest and watch for babies.
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@Scott6255 - I am wondering if you might need to be eating more and maybe more carbs before you head out? You might try just a bit more and see how it goes. From my experience when I have felt that way it is because I did not eat enough to begin with and the fuel during my run didn't last long enough to help much. Hope your next run is much better! Oh and BTW you are not getting old, otherwise that would mean some of us are ancient and I am definitely not!
@eric13296 - congratulations on finishing C25K! Great progress!
@pfeiferlindsey - looks like you are doing great building back that base! It is always amazing (and frustrating) to me how long it takes to build it and how fast it can disappear! But you've got this!
@RunsOnEspresso - pretty sure I would have seen the 82F and just said nope at that point! I am amazed that you went out and got another 4.55 miles in. No not 5 but still it is awesome!
@quilteryoyo - love the puppies
I did a 20 min walk with Hobbes for warm up then dropped him home. Once over at the trail I ran with a new interval app set for 2/1 min run/walk intervals, 10 sets. Did it twice thru with a break midway to stretch out my hips and hamstring. It was beautiful out, sunny and in the low 60s. I had planned to run along the river so I could see all the birds but the headwind was blowing me over so turned around and went back to the somewhat sheltered paved trail. Interestingly I could barely feel it when it was behind me. It felt like I was running in one of those wind resistance trainer and my legs are so tired now. The hamstring was mostly ok but the last couple of miles I could feel that it was swollen. I iced it for a bit and now it feels ok. I am still trying to find the right mix so it doesn't hurt all the time or get really angry with me.
Hobbes is feeling better and complaining now that he doesn't get all the food or whatever it is we are eating, and no treats. I am going to try giving him a little of his regular food mixed with his chicken and rice and see how he does with it. He should be finished with all his meds on Monday and then we will see how it he does after that. Looking forward to having my running buddy back!6 -
@shanaber You are doing great. I never seem to feel a tail wind either. I'm glad Hobbes is doing so much better!0
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@Scott6255 I've definitely had some bad struggle runs lately too. I hope you can figure out what's going on.
At least for me, I have to say @shanaber may be on to something. I have not been great at adjusting my intake as my mileage has gone up. Also, my stress level has been really high and it is taking it's toll. I have definitely been more tired and just not enjoying my runs as much.4 -
@quilteryoyo Cute puppies!
@shanaber I have felt a tailwind like once ever. It was glorious a d felt like I was being carried down the road. Once. Every other run either feels totally still or headwind in every direction. What is that about!?!2 -
@shanaber it's good training for the Yeti challenge. I'll be out at 1 pm and 5 pm so it'll be warm.
Also, glad to hear Hobbes is on the mend!2 -
March Goal: Hike/Run the "D's" and "E's"*
3/1 off
3/2 2.50 Djibouti
3/3 2.61 (no travel-video kept buffering....)
3/4 off
3/5 3.11 Denmark
3/6 Dominica and Dominican Republic
Total 11.32
@Scott6255 Hugs
@shanaber glad Hobbes continues to mend and @quilteryoyo Puppy Mom looks Malmut-ish. What was dad?
*So, my 2021 resolution is to hike/run all 193 (or 195 depending on your source) countries of the world this year. This could be difficult, since I don’t have a passport. But YouTube to the rescue! I have been using the site to take train “trips” recently, and have found them strangely motivating. Why not use Youtube vlogs to hike/run the world (and learn something about each country)?
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@Scott6255 Sorry your run didn’t go well. Maybe it was fuel like others said, or maybe just your body saying it needed some extra rest that day.
@quilteryoyo Cute puppies!
@shanaber Glad Hobbes is feeling better!
My friend and I decided to do the 5k cross country route after body pump yesterday. Maybe we missed a turn or something because we only had 2.75 miles at the end. I ended up just leaving at that point because I had errands to run. It is cold this morning but should be in the 60s this afternoon for my run.
6.75/504
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