May 2022 Monthly Running Challenge
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May Goal: 100 Miles
5/1: 12.03 miles
12.03/100 miles completed for May
I had an excellent 12 mile run this morning. I haven't run that far in a while, and it was really nice. I didn't get up as early as I had intended, so I was a little worried that it would be too hot, but it was really pleasant. It was 63°F when I started out and not too windy (about 5-8mph). By the time I was done it was 76°F and the wind had picked up quite a bit (16-18 mph). But there was enough cloud cover to keep it from being too hot and I just took it slow and enjoyed spending some time with my thoughts. I did see big jackrabbit at the cemetery. That seems to be the only place that I see them. So May is off to good start for me.
@Avidkeo I had Covid in February. I took off running for a bit and then eased in with yoga and walking until I felt like running again. Then I just ran slower and shorter runs for a bit. I wasn't training for anything at the time though. I do still sometimes feel like my stamina is not where it was before, but it is better. I ran a 10K last month and had a decent race. If you feel like you should drop down to the 10K then I would. There is no need to stress yourself out. You are still recovering.
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Date :::: Miles :::: Cumulative
05/01/22 :::: 3.1 :::: 3.1
Gorgeous morning, perfect near 50 degree temps. Can't complain about this, other than it feeling hard (as discussed below).
My good running friend and I had a "meeting" about needing to recommit to running and a healthier lifestyle - physically and mentally. We have both been very stressed and busy, and have increasingly used this as an excuse not to run. We both are feeling de-conditioned and have gained weight and generally feel bad about where we are. So it's time to get back on the wagon. We are starting with consistency rather than miles as a goal. We are planning to run together 3 days a week at least, which makes both of us more accountable.
It's hard for me to acknowledge that I've let things slide so much and my commitment has taken such a dive. The semester is over next week so I have some hope that my schedule and stress level will ease up a bit, and the improved weather the last couple of days certainly is much more motivating.7 -
Welcome @AbnerCrew !
@Teresa502 I hope your back is okay and you don't have a reoccurrence.
Welcome @SavageMrsMoose ! Awesome that you ran Boston!
Great run @SummerSkier !
Hahaha @polskagirl01 . I think you are right. Your mind is made up. It sounds like a great run and a great cause.
@Avidkeo I don't think it hit me as hard as you, even though I do wonder if part of my heart issues and fatigue could be long covid symptoms. Anyway, I just did what I could and built back up. I think you are doing the right thing and you might find that you all of a sudden feel wonderful and can push it again. Just do what feels right and listen to your body. Guess that wasn't very helpful, was it?
@marisap2010 It is hard to run in the Zones sometimes. Sounds like you are doing great though. Are you doing his marathon plan too?
Loved the video @shanaber ! It would not have been half as interesting if they didn't put the "bloopers" in there.
@kgirlhart Nice long run today!
@katharmonic One thing I have learned is that you can't do anything about the past, but you can learn from it and do better moving forward. Sounds like you and your friend have a solid plan.
Sunday's are my rest day, so I just went out and walked a mile on the driveway after my afternoon nap.3 -
@quilteryoyo Yes, I will be following the Marathon level 2 plan.1
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@quilteryoyo it was very helpful. Others at work have said it took them a month to get back to normal2
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@quilteryoyo-I enjoyed the bloopers too and found there was good information embedded in-between.
Welcome @SavageMrsMoose and @AbnerCrew!
@katharmonic - I find myself having to recommit every now and then. Glad you have friends to help you get back into it.
@Avidkeo - I hope you are feeling better soon but like others have said, take it slow and work your way back into your running plan.
I got out for a 5.5mi run today, it was lovely weather, low 70's and ~50% humidity and I was very hopeful that it would be a great run. Unfortunately my arm was not interested in participating. I tried but had to walk or even stop when it hurt. I sure hope PT helps but I am beyond frustrated... Tomorrow is another day though and I will get out and try it again.4 -
Well some good news, I was able to defer my HM entry till next year! Yay. I'll go along and cheer on the other runners, and have a great girls weekend away with my mum6
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Not committing to anything, but last month I ran 51km. I hope to be able to run 8.5km in one run this month, it being 2km more than the longest in April.5
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Well good news. I heard from the race organisers and they have kindly agreed to defer my entry till next year. 3rd times a charm eh. I'll really want to run it then..
Feedback from work mates is I'm an idiot to be running, especially as I had chest pains... So I am going to listen to wisdom and not run for a month. I don't want long covid. So I'll be doing strength and walking instead for May.8 -
@shanaber You're determination is amazing. Hang in there. Fingers crossed that PT will help.
@Avidkeo So glad that you were able to defer your HM to next year! Now you won't feel pressured to do more than you should. Fast walking is a great way to burn off some frustration too....or a nice quiet stroll. Whatever feels right. I didn't know that you had chest pains. If that continues, you probably should go see a cardiologist. Seems like a lot of people I know are having some heart related issues once they have had CoVID. They seem to resolve themselves eventually, but you may need some meds to help in the meantime.0 -
@avidkeo This article had a lot of useful info and good insight into some of the things to consider with returning to exercise. It focuses on recreational athletes which I appreciated because a lot of the original studies have looked at elites, olympians, and young athletes. COVID and recreational athletes
The short and sweet is that the time to recovery is variable and the symptoms are all over the place. But it does highlight some major areas of concern and things to keep an eye out for. I know some folks here have gotten back on track pretty fast but I also know people who are struggling a few months later. They are back to activity but notice the loss of fitness and question whether it will ever fully return. I hope your recovery continues well. Take it easy!!3 -
May totals: 3.2/100 miles
3/2: 3.2 miles
Recovery 3 miles this morning. We had a storm last night with high winds, hail, the works. As a result there were a ton of downed branches and little twigs on the sidewalks this morning. Made for a heavy game of stick or snake? Probably a hundred sticks and 1 small copperhead. And 1 rabbit!4 -
Not sure what I'll do. Guessing 65-75. We'll say 70 to split the difference.
Our air quality has been *kitten* because of a couple wildfires already. My lungs were struggling this morning but still got in 3.48 today and 5.1 yesterday
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@martaindale - thanks for that article. I passed it on to a friend who has covid now. She was my friend who signed me up for my first HM and ran it with me years ago. She doesn't run as much anymore but is a Crossfit star in her age group. I know it is going to be tough on her going back into the gym!2
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Since I skipped my run on Saturday I was able to go farther on Sunday and ended up with 13 miles and found 4 geocaches on the trails near home yesterday. It was a cold, dreary, wet day which is perfect for trail running (for me anyway). The run started out in light rain, wind, and mid 45F but the rain was short lived and I was able to keep my clothes on. It was a slow run/power hike, but I got what I wanted out of the it. Towards the end I crossed my favorite place for hill repeats. Five times I run down one hill, run 10 yards of flat, the run up the next hill. At the top I walk until my heart rate settles down then run the other way. I did this 5 times before continuing on. I'm not sure why I like to do this year because the entire park is a series of steep hills but I keep coming back to it.
This morning Kody & I went to my mechanic and dropped off my truck to get the muffler replaced, then walked the 3 miles home. Right now I'm 187th of 1477 in the GVRAT with more walking likely this evening.
Pics from the run:
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@shanaber I've saved that REI video to watch later, thanks. Like any runner I do love my shoes and have plenty (currently have 10 pair in rotation, 8 pair in reserve) but any insight into buying more shoes is always good. I use a variety of drops, weight and cushion level. Oddly, in figuring out this foot pain I've been having I've found two pair which I used to love are now aggravating the pain and one pair I used to hate (bought on clearance on a whim without trying it on first) is now one of my favorite pair.
@polskagirl01 - "get as much mountain time as I can" <- yes! I wish I had mountains around here to get time on, but the wooded hills will have to suffice. That 24 hour run sounds wonderful. Great cause and time in the forest is a good for the soul.
@Avidkeo I think just like covid itself, recovery can be very different in different people. My son and I both had it last November. I was able to run 4 miles just 4 days after symptoms appeared, then got hit with fatigue for a couple weeks, but was able to run a 10 mile trail race 2.5 weeks after symptoms first appeared. My fatigue would come and go after that such that I might be able to run week, but no running the next week until finally a month and a half after symptoms first appeared I was back to running normally. Until I felt I was past the issue, I did as much as my body would let me and didn't feel bad about not running if I felt I needed the rest. All the while, my wife was NOT happy about me running as much as I did, particularly the race. I see you were able to defer, which is great!
@marisap2010 it sounds like you're being smart in your approach to training, and to you May goal.
@kgirlhart congrats on a great start to May!
@katharmonic I think @quilteryoyo says it well...look forward rather than dwell on the past. Having a friend for mutual accountability is a great thing to have!
@martaindale Thanks for that article. I've saved it for later reading.
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02.05: 3.2km in 26min 10 stride repeats
Not a good start. Started feeling dizzy after dinner and needed a lot of convincing to go out. The stride repeats went well, but instead of a 10 minute cooldown I gave up after around 5 minutes. Used new running shoes for the first time in 2000k Yay, I finally seem to have found a pair of shoes that fit. Sames ones as the previous ones but just a slightly newer model. Wish it was winter though as they are pink and there's one colour I don't want to be seen with... yeah.3 -
Ah, what the heck. Lets see if I manage to run 60km this month
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Went out a few minutes after 6 this morning and the sky was already getting light with streaks of blue and pink in the East. Temp was in the mid-50s. A perfect morning for running. I got in 5.23 miles. I tried to focus on shorter steps but even though my overall average pace was 45 seconds faster per mile than yesterday, my average cadence was lower.5
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