JANUARY 2024 Monthly Running Challenge

quilteryoyo · January 22

Great job getting in 10 miles @kgirlhart . Hopefully it will warm up soon and your next run will feel easier/better.

@shanaber Yeah for the walk, even if it was a cold wet one. I'm glad you are feeling like asking the doctor about running. I think that is a great step in the right direction. I hope he okays it for you.

Great run @chris_in_cal . Sounds like it was a win to stay upright.

That's an interesting dream @polskagirl01 ! At least you are dreaming about running and you made it to the starting line, eventually. I'm hoping that means you will get back to running soon. I used to dream about running from my church to home, way before running was even on my radar. I'd get so tired, that I would have to run backwards to keep going. At the time, I thought that was crazy, but now I really could run that distance, and all the way forward.

Nice running @tarun_yadavA . I hope your son feels better soon. Yeah for new shoes. I does look like you need them.

yirara · January 22

01.01 6°C 3.2km 27min 8:20/km 8 stride repeats
03.01 9°C 4.6km 40min 8:41/km slow
04.01 3°C 5.1km 43min 8:25/km slow-ish
05.01 7°C 2.1km 17min 8:03/km fast
07.01 -2°C 4.2km 34min 8:12/km 1min intervals x 9
08.01 -4°C 5.4km 45min 8:18/km slow run
09.01 -7°C 5.0km 40min 8:04/km target pace intervals
10.01 -6°C 3.0km 24min 7:57/km
12.01 1°C 5.5km 45min 8:14/km slow run
14.01 2°C 5.0km 40min 8:05/km progression run
16.01 0°C 3.9km 31min 7:58/km 10 stride repeats
17.01 -1°C 6.5km 54min 8:18/km long easy run
18.01 0°C 4.5km 36min 8:03/km target pace intervals
19.01 0°C 4.0km 31min 7:51/km just random fast stuff
20.01 0°C 5.2km 41min 7:57/km slow run
22.01 7°C 4.6km 37min 8:00/km progression run

71.70km/80.5km

Today was meant to be a progression run again. 35 minutes relaxed running and 10 minutes fast. Last week I accidentally clicked lap on my watch after 20 minutes and the fast run came ... faster. Today I managed the same feat after 17 minutes. Was totally not warmed up yet and had to walk twice. After these 10 minutes I was ready to run fast and basically did it then 🙈🤣 Overall not a good run, but the storm has arrived. Dry, far too warm for my liking and very windy.

Btw, I'll reach my running goal for this month this week!

Laurz9191 · January 22

Hi Everyone!

As my hamstring didn’t bother me at all over the weekend and Garmin suggested a speedy workout, I decided to go for it. The snow all melted because it rained all night. This morning looked like wind and mud - and not safe fast running conditions- so I went to the gym to it. I did one long 22 minute interval at my 10k race pace which was really hard but I told myself, just 5 songs- that’s all, and put on my race playlist with lots of beats per minute.

I have been putting my towel over the clock on the treadmill which has been helpful in me not thinking time is standing still. It’s easier mentally if I just feel my watch vibrate after each completed km.

Anyways, I did it and felt proud because it was hard! My hamstring did feel really tight afterwards, so after I completed that workout I did a 30 minute recovery pace run to loosen things up again. So far, so good. I completed 11.5km total bringing my monthly total to 144.1/200km.

Then I went home, worked, and baked my now 4 year old a birthday cake after his favourite show. It was the only thing he wished for. A picture is in the spoiler

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kgirlhart · January 22

January Goal: 125 miles

1/1: 3.26 miles
1/2: 6.02 miles
1/3: 6.26 miles
1/4: 6.10 miles
1/7: 10.02 miles
1/9: 6.04 miles
1/10: 6.02 miles
1/11: 6.26 miles
1/12: 3.25 miles
1/13: 13.15 miles
1/16: 2.51 miles
1/17: 6.05 miles
1/18: 6.26 miles
1/19: 6.02 miles
1/21: 10.02 miles
1/22: 3.52 miles

100.76/125 miles

I wasn't planning to run today. It was supposed to be raining, and I usually take Monday as a rest day. But when I got up it wasn't raining and there is more rain in the forecast for tomorrow and Wednesday so I decided to do a short run. It was 38°F feels like 33°F and a little misty, but not really. I was glad I ran. After yesterday's tough run, today's run was pretty pleasant. I only ran 3.5 miles compared to 10 yesterday, but it felt good. It has been raining most of the day, and who knows what it will be like tomorrow, so I am glad I got a few miles in today.

quilteryoyo · January 22

Nice running @yirara and congrats on your mileage. I get so aggravated at myself when I hit the wrong button on my watch.

@Laurz9191 Great job with the hard treadmill run! It is hard to find ways to make the time pass sometimes. That's a really cute cake! Happy Birthday to your son.

Great job getting in a run today before the rain hit @kgirlhart . I'm glad it was a pleasant one after a tough one yesterday.

Teresa502 · January 22

I ran 5 miles at lunch today while the sun was shining and it was 37F - a virtual heat wave! A lot the snow melted today but we still have a lot on the ground. Tomorrow is supposed to be a little warmer so that will help to get rid of it. My grandmother would say that the snow is "laying around waiting on more to come."

I have never, ever dreamed about running!

@tarun_yadavA - Nice shoes!

@Laurz9191 - That cake looks delicious! So cute!

@martaindale - Your glamping getaway sounds wonderful!

quilteryoyo · January 22

Jan 1 - Walked 2.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 2 - Walked 1.00 miles - Ran 2.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 3 - Walked 2.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 4 - Walked 1.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 5 - Walked 2.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 6 - Walked 2.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 7 - Walked 2.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 8 - Walked 3.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 9 - Walked 1.50 miles - Ran 2.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 10 - Walked 1.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 11 - Walked 4.10 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - driveway laps - actually a slow wog
Jan 12 - Walked 2.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 13 - Walked 1.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 14 - Walked 1.50 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 15 - Walked 1.50 miles - Ran 2.50 miles - treadmill - Speed Play
Jan 16 - Walked 1.50 miles - Ran 3.00 miles - treadmill - Foundation run
Jan 17 - Walked 3.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill
Jan 18 - Walked 1.50 miles - Ran 2.30 miles - treadmill - intervals
Jan 19 - Walked 1.00 miles - Ran 3.00 miles - treadmill - recovery run
Jan 20 - Walked 1.00 miles - Ran 6.00 miles - treadmill - Long Run 1
Jan 21 - Walked 4.00 miles - Ran 0.00 miles - treadmill - cross training
Jan 22 - Walked 1.00 miles - Ran 3.00 miles - treadmill - Speed Play

64.40/85.00 mile goal

Today was scheduled for speed play. I really wasn't feeling like running - had some minor tummy issues again earlier, but decided to give it a go. I ran 5 min at 4.2 and 4.5 mph, then 5 x (2/2 min at 6.0/4.0 mph), 8:42 min at 4.2 mph. It was a tough one from the beginning. Six mph was tough and I had to give myself a pep talk before every interval to keep from going at a slower pace. I'm glad I did it, but it was a struggle. Avg pace was 12:54 min/mile. Avg HR was 144 with a max of 161 bpm.

Non running life under the spoiler, if you are interested.

My cousin was sent to the VA hospital on Friday because he was complaining to the Assisted Living staff about hip and knee pain. They couldn't really get a clear answer from him as to whether he had fallen or not, but they said it seemed really painful. The ER did x-rays and weren't able to find anything wrong with his leg, but he does have a broken rib. His WBC count was high, so they ran more tests and admitted him to the hospital.

I've talked to them a few times over the weekend and found out that they found a mass in his lungs - left side. They did a needle biopsy this morning, which went well. But, it doesn't sound good. I talked to the doctor that did the biopsy and he said that it has grown into his chest wall. I also talked to an intern this afternoon and she said that there is a spot on his liver too. They won't get the results back from the biopsy until later in the week, so have no plans yet or any real idea as to what the path will be going forward. So, we're just waiting to hear. I'm trying to not think the worst, but it's hard not to from the info I have so far.

Oh, I did ask why it wasn't found before. The doctor I talked to said that it is on the side and a chest x-ray probably would not have shown it since my cousin is pretty immobile and wouldn't have been able to stand for the x-ray. At any rate, it is what it is and we can't turn back time. We can just move forward from where we are.

quilteryoyo · January 22

Nice run @Teresa502 . My dad and mom always say the same thing, esp if it sticks around for a week or so. I feel like my driveway is never going to thaw. LOL

Scott6255 · January 23

@Laurz9191 awesome cake! Seems like we have a few professional cake decorators on here. I remember Kim from New Zealand (forgot her username) and at least a couple more.

@quilteryoyo nice running. Sorry about your cousin.

Still in the 30s here, plus rain...so 6 TM miles today.

martaindale · January 23

@quilteryoyo Sorry to hear about your cousin.

@Laurz9191 your cake looks great! So cute!

ContraryMaryMary · January 23

Great cake @laurz9191. I’m also children’s birthdaying today, but Miss 10 wanted an ice cream cake, so not a lot of decorating required.

Did my first run in over two weeks this morning - only 5k and slowly. My lungs were fine but my heart rate was rather high so clearly not 100% yet.

martaindale · January 23

Jan total: 73.3 miles
YTD: 73.3/1200 miles

1/1: 8 miles
1/3: 7.3 miles
1/4: 6 miles
1/5: 4.5 miles
1/6: 8 miles
1/9: 5 miles
1/11: 6.1 miles
1/13: 3.2 miles
1/14: 13.2 miles - La HM
1/18: 4.2 miles
1/20: 3.6 miles
1/22: 4.2 miles

Garmin had an interval workout planned for me today. When I got home it was rainy and cold so I opted for the treadmill. I found an interval run and a short recovery run that I combined to get pretty close to the length of the planned workout.

shanaber · January 23

Love the cake @Laurz9191!! So cute!
The ice cream cake looks delicious @ContraryMaryMary!
@Scott6255 - I think you mean @Avidkeo? @polskagirl01 also makes cakes I think.
So many talented bakers! I am not one so I am always amazed at how great they all look!
@quilteryoyo - I know how hard it is to wait for those biopsy results to come back. I hope you get good news (benign mass). There are also lots of treatment options if it is not. One of my dd's friends was diagnosed with lung cancer and they removed part of her lung, did a few rounds of chemo and she is now completely cancer free.
Do they know how or when he broke his rib? He must have fallen I would imagine.

We had heavy rain all day here actually starting late last night. Poor Hobbes would not go out to potty and waited all day until he just had to go. He was soaked when he came in and got a good rub down all over.
Not sure I will get out tomorrow as we have a doctor's appointment for a consultation on the next phase of treatment. They have scheduled 2 hours for the consultation which seems like a lot. The rest of the week though is supposed to be warmer and there is not much else on the calendar so we will definitely be getting out.
I hope it warms up for all of you in the cold zones so you can get outside and off the treadmills!

chris_in_cal · January 23

quilteryoyo wrote: »

... walking the entire distance to commemorate 3 years of life since my open heart surgery.

Happy heart anniversary, I had no idea. Each run is a gift.

tarun_yadavA · January 23

Morning all.

Got in 4.36M (at 10"03).

@quilteryoyo - sorry to hear about the situation with your cousin.
💪🏽 Commemoration of 3 years. Amazing 🙌🏽

Finally... Hell YESSSSSSS to the cake pics!!!! 🤤

@Laurz9191 happy belated birthday to your 4yr old.

@ContraryMaryMary oh myyyy! Wow! 🤤

Mari33a · January 23

miles
03/01 3.56 miles
04/01 3.50 miles
06/01 4.03 miles
10/01 3.53 miles
11/01 3.52 miles
12/01 3.53 miles
14/01 3.68 miles
17/01 3.53 miles
20/01 3.62 miles

Total 36.02/50 miles
The last chance I've had to run was Saturday afternoon. We have been having some extremely stormy weather, trees down, power out, lightening strikes - all the usual chaos. My Dad had a window blown in and my son had flying debris hit and damage his car a little.

tarun_yadavA · January 23

@Mari33a yikes; sorry to hear Isha 's effects on you guys 😱
Just a bit windy here in London...
But did read those horror stories of Ryanair flights stranded mid-air and having to go back after going around in circles, and diverted to God knows where

yirara · January 23

01.01 6°C 3.2km 27min 8:20/km 8 stride repeats
03.01 9°C 4.6km 40min 8:41/km slow
04.01 3°C 5.1km 43min 8:25/km slow-ish
05.01 7°C 2.1km 17min 8:03/km fast
07.01 -2°C 4.2km 34min 8:12/km 1min intervals x 9
08.01 -4°C 5.4km 45min 8:18/km slow run
09.01 -7°C 5.0km 40min 8:04/km target pace intervals
10.01 -6°C 3.0km 24min 7:57/km
12.01 1°C 5.5km 45min 8:14/km slow run
14.01 2°C 5.0km 40min 8:05/km progression run
16.01 0°C 3.9km 31min 7:58/km 10 stride repeats
17.01 -1°C 6.5km 54min 8:18/km long easy run
18.01 0°C 4.5km 36min 8:03/km target pace intervals
19.01 0°C 4.0km 31min 7:51/km just random fast stuff
20.01 0°C 5.2km 41min 7:57/km slow run
22.01 7°C 4.6km 37min 8:00/km progression run
23.01 5°C 5.1km 40min 7:53/km run and storm

76.78km/80.5km

Not a good run. Far too strong wind and my blood pooled like crazy. Looks like I need to wear my winter running leggings again even though they're a bit too warm. But still the fastest 5k in ages. Tomorrow I'll spend most of the day in my car to visit a surgeon some 320km away. Wanted to go by train but there are railway strikes, thus have to drive. No running tomorrow.

Laurz9191 · January 23

Hello everyone!

I got to run outside on my lunch break today sans snow and with a bit of sun!!! It felt great! Tomorrow there are 100km winds forecasted. If that’s the case, I suppose I will be back to the treadmill. I barely noticed my hamstring today and I am really concentrating on trying not to overstride. I felt like I could have easily run another hour, but had to hurry back for a meeting. I ran 10.3km, bringing my monthly total to 154.5/200km.

Laurz9191 · January 23

@quilteryoyo I’m sorry to hear about your cousin! Fingers crossed that the news is better than expected and that they can do something for his pain as well.

@yirara Good luck with your long drive an appointment! I hope everything goes well!

@shanaber Wow- your dog really doesn’t like rain

. Good luck with your consultation!

@ContraryMaryMary That cake looks really nice. I have never made an ice cream one. I’ve never actually seen one here in Germany (not that it wouldn’t be possible). It’s on my list to try to do one for a future birthday

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