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  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    Had a great, very hilly, very hot 10k race this morning! I broke out of my 10-min mile routine and ran 9.37/min. miles to finish in 59.43. My best time ever! Woo-hoo!

    My 11yo daughter ran her first race, a 1 miler in 7.21. I'm so proud of her! I just know she is going to smoke me in a 5k any day now.....

    Happy weekend to all!
    Jodi

    Jodi - Congratulations on your 10k PR. Well done!:drinker:
  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    I ran a slow 4 1/4 miles this morning but it felt like 241/4! I feel like I'm just old and falling apart! Just one thing after the other; my hip is killin again, somethings wrong with my knee, and plantar flac.... Dont know how to spell it! I love running so much and I feel like maybe I wasn't meant to run. Anyone else fighting off numerous injuries? Sorry I'm so sad...:frown:

    Christine, I hope you get better soon.:flowerforyou:

    I too have plantar fasciitis. I have never seen a doctor about it but here are some things that work for me:

    I stopped walking around barefoot. I used to walk around barefoot most of the time. Now I try to never walk around barefoot.

    Whenever I think about it (sitting at my desk, lying in bed, anywhere) I flex my foot, hold it, and then relax it.

    I found the right running shoes and I keep them replaced. It took me 3 tries to find the right shoe but once I found it my heel pain went away right away.

    I saw a recommendation to replace your shoes at 500 miles. Mine never last that long. Like clockwork around 250 - 300 miles I start having minor aches in my shins and heels. The longer I wear those shoes the more my shins and heels hurt. After I replace my shoes, the problems go away.

    I am also careful not to overtrain. If I get too ambitious in training, my running form suffers. I saw this last year when I tried to run over 30 miles a week. The running store told me the wear pattern on the bottom of my shoes revealed that I was a toe striker and dragging my heels.:noway: I got on the treadmill in the running store and was told that I had great running form which left us both puzzled by the wear pattern on my shoes. One day when I was out for a 2 hour run I noticed a weird sound (the sound of me dragging my heels because I was so tired I could not maintain good form).

    I have also had some minor problems with hip pain in the past. For me, it was because I ran like a girl.:laugh: My husband, not a doctor, observed this while watching me in a race. At first, I thought it was a compliment. Until I mentioned it to a personal trainer... Apparently, some women have a natural tendency to sway their hips when they run. Some more than others... This swaying is not a good thing and caused my hip pain.

    Sorry this post is so long. I hope you get better soon.:heart:
  • jessmomof3
    jessmomof3 Posts: 4,590 Member
    Hi runners!! Early 6 mile run for me today. Ran w/ a friend and we got chased by a dog for a little ways! :grumble: Were going for 5 miles, but took a little longer route to miss the dog on the way back so went for 6. :bigsmile:

    This week will be sort of a recovery week. Saturday is the big day... Olympic distance tri! :bigsmile:
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126
    Today is a rest day for me. Tomorrow, I start week 3 of Couch to 5k and I can't wait!!

    Also, as of today, I am officially registered for my first 5k!!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
  • foxyforce
    foxyforce Posts: 3,078 Member
    i ran for 15 minutes today. i was sure i was going to run more than that. but i think my sports bra/shirt was too tight. i think it slowed me down because i had a hard time breathing. gonna try for more tommorow!
  • gustergirl
    gustergirl Posts: 534 Member
    Kelynn--congrats on the 5K-you will do great!!

    Today was a rest day. Ive been focusing on fundraising all day-trying to drum up some fun activities to do and how to bring some money in. If anyone has any good ideas I'd love to hear them!
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126
    Thanks... I've very hopeful/nervous/anxious/excited!!
  • hessied
    hessied Posts: 460 Member
    Had a great, very hilly, very hot 10k race this morning! I broke out of my 10-min mile routine and ran 9.37/min. miles to finish in 59.43. My best time ever! Woo-hoo!

    My 11yo daughter ran her first race, a 1 miler in 7.21. I'm so proud of her! I just know she is going to smoke me in a 5k any day now.....

    Happy weekend to all!
    Jodi

    Awesome job on your 10K, Jodi! That's a nice time! Congrats to your daughter, too. That's great that she's running, too. I beg my 8-year old son to try the 1-mile fun runs, but he flat out refuses. I can't blame him - I always despised running up until a few years ago! :bigsmile:
  • hessied
    hessied Posts: 460 Member
    Ran my 14-mile long run today. I felt pretty good - no stomach issues, which is a rarity no matter what distance I run! :blushing: Tonight I'm feeling it pretty bad in my knees, though. They are both very stiff and achy. Any suggestions?

    Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend!
  • jodi0117
    jodi0117 Posts: 57 Member
    Had a great, very hilly, very hot 10k race this morning! I broke out of my 10-min mile routine and ran 9.37/min. miles to finish in 59.43. My best time ever! Woo-hoo!

    My 11yo daughter ran her first race, a 1 miler in 7.21. I'm so proud of her! I just know she is going to smoke me in a 5k any day now.....

    Happy weekend to all!
    Jodi

    Awesome job on your 10K, Jodi! That's a nice time! Congrats to your daughter, too. That's great that she's running, too. I beg my 8-year old son to try the 1-mile fun runs, but he flat out refuses. I can't blame him - I always despised running up until a few years ago! :bigsmile:


    Thanks! My 8yo boy says he wants to run with me, but gets a side "stitch" about 100 steps in every time! Hopefully he will grow out of that. My daughter is very competitive and she is actually really fast on short distances--as long as she is interested I intend to help her out. I have a feeling if she starts winning medals/prizes at races, she'll be hooked!

    I hated running up until a few years ago, too. I can remember when running a mile in high school seemed like such a HUGE deal!
  • jodi0117
    jodi0117 Posts: 57 Member
    Today is a rest day for me. Tomorrow, I start week 3 of Couch to 5k and I can't wait!!

    Also, as of today, I am officially registered for my first 5k!!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

    Excellent choice to sign up for that 5k--there is nothing more motivating for me than to have a race coming up!

    Have fun with that training!
    Jodi
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126
    Thanks- that was my thought, too. I marked it on the calendar even before I started day 1 of couch to 5k, but wanted to see if couch to 5k was really as awesome as everyone said. Now that I know it is, I'm running that 5k no matter what!!:bigsmile: I will even buy myself a new running outfit for the big day as a means of rewarding myself... I already decided :wink: :laugh:
  • annaliza
    annaliza Posts: 809
    Good morning everyone!

    I'm back from vacation...I had a really great time.

    I did manage to run on my vacation, but did it later in the week. I noticed something though....if I go 5 days without running, it seems so hard to get back into the swing of things. I mean I was struggling to do 3 miles when normally it wasn't a problem. Maybe my heart wasn't in it....I'm not really sure why.

    Anyways, I just wanted to check in and see how everyone was doing. I'm glad to be back and look forward to a 3 mile run this evening.

    Happy Running everyone!
  • runnerdad
    runnerdad Posts: 2,081 Member
    On vacation in Canada for two weeks, visiting my childhood home. We lived next to a 200 acre park- miles of woodland trails overlooking the ocean. Had a great run there yesterday with my son - made me feel like a kid again (if you ignore the sore heel and stiff back:laugh: ) It's raining today, so I am having trouble getting him out the door. Maybe later.
  • chgudnitz
    chgudnitz Posts: 4,079
    Good morning... No running today, it's a rest day.

    We did run 4.5 yesterday in the nice hot Philadelphia sunshine!! Both me and my running partner were dehydrated halfway thru... Not very good planning on our part. :mad:

    Oh well, we live and learn!!!
  • SherryRH
    SherryRH Posts: 810 Member
    Good morning fellow runners. I ran a mile yesterday and it felt ok for the most part. I ran on a soft track so it was not my normal run on concrete so it wasn't so bad. I woke up this morning and my shin hurts a little but it is not in the spot it has been hurting. It is a little higher up on my shin right in the middle not the lower part. I guess I will have to continue working the PT, sports med doctor and now maybe I will have to go see a podiatrist to figure this out. I have a PT appt today and the follow up with the sports med doctor next week. GGGGGRRRRRR!:mad:
  • jabdye
    jabdye Posts: 4,059 Member
    Good morning everyone!

    I got in 10.6 miles yesterday in the pouring rain (felt like my shoes weighed 20 pounds each)-- today is a rest day. But not so restful-- have to go have a root canal -- wwooohhhhoooo :(:grumble:

    Enjoy your day!
  • jabdye
    jabdye Posts: 4,059 Member
    Thanks... I've very hopeful/nervous/anxious/excited!!

    Congrats on signing up! It's motivating to have a goal. I love telling people that I'm training for a race. Not sure what I'll do after the 1/2 in Sept.....maybe a full in March...hmmmmmm :)
  • annaliza
    annaliza Posts: 809
    Good morning everyone!

    I got in 10.6 miles yesterday in the pouring rain (felt like my shoes weighed 20 pounds each)-- today is a rest day. But not so restful-- have to go have a root canal -- wwooohhhhoooo :(:grumble:

    Enjoy your day!

    Ouch! You poor thing!

    I'll be thinking of you....good luck with the root canal!
  • jodi0117
    jodi0117 Posts: 57 Member
    5 miles for me this morning. It seems the humidity around here is getting better, so the mornings really aren't too bad if I get out early.

    I finally ordered a new pair of shoes over the weekend--can't wait 'til they get here--haven't had new ones since December! I definitely DON'T recommend waiting this long to anyone--I am very blessed not to have any injury issues because of the poor state of my current shoes!

    Happy Monday runners!
    Jodi
  • chrissyh
    chrissyh Posts: 8,235 Member
    I did intervals saturday with my hubby - not sure total distance but I feel good about how far we went together. I am upping my strength training this week to at least 2 times - I've only been getting 1 day a week in and I think it's partially why I've stopped losing. But now that I've finished C25K, it's time to redo my workout schedule.

    Walked yesterday - 8 miles - just to say I could!
  • jabdye
    jabdye Posts: 4,059 Member
    To all the ladies -- me and my running buddy need some advice. We are having difficulty finding the right clothes to run in. We've been "testing" differrent stuff to find the best thing for the 1/2 in September. It's going to be very hot -- and although we use Body glide, we would really like to make sure our attire doesn't cause any chaffing. So what's your favorite running gear.....
  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    To all the ladies -- me and my running buddy need some advice. We are having difficulty finding the right clothes to run in. We've been "testing" differrent stuff to find the best thing for the 1/2 in September. It's going to be very hot -- and although we use Body glide, we would really like to make sure our attire doesn't cause any chaffing. So what's your favorite running gear.....

    My favorite hot weather running gear:
    Saucony Speed Tank - I've tried other brands in this tank. Even though they look the same as my Saucony, they just were not created equally. My Target speed tanks don't breathe well. My Champion speed tanks start to ride up mid run.? The Saucony speed tank is super comfortable, breathes, and stays fresh without any special care.

    I also LOVE my Champion moisture wicking sun visor. I get super hot so I prefer visors to caps. I don't think they sell this visor any more but it is awesome because it does double duty as a visor and a sweat band. I sweat a lot and it really keeps the sweat out of my eyes.

    I have not found any hot weather shorts that I just love. If anyone has a recommendation, I would love to hear it. I do have a Target, c9, pair of basketball shorts that I love because they are comfortable and don't ride. However, since they have a very long inseam (down to my knees) I stay away from them in hot weather.

    Let us know how the root canal goes. I had one 4 years ago. I was terrified b/c everyone always talks about how bad root canals are. Mine was a breeze. I did not feel a thing.? Well I take that back - my wallet was in pain.:laugh:

    chat soon
    -Kechie.
  • chrissyh
    chrissyh Posts: 8,235 Member
    To all the ladies -- me and my running buddy need some advice. We are having difficulty finding the right clothes to run in. We've been "testing" differrent stuff to find the best thing for the 1/2 in September. It's going to be very hot -- and although we use Body glide, we would really like to make sure our attire doesn't cause any chaffing. So what's your favorite running gear.....

    I have some tech gear underarmour that are long-they don't ride so I don't chaf - but they are longer so not sure if they are what you're looking for...they are Heat gear so they help to wick away the sweat - I love them.
  • beckyi88
    beckyi88 Posts: 604
    Annaliza ~ welcome back! :smile:

    Tom ~ have a great vacation! West Coast Canada? My dad is from Calgary, aunt in Edmonton, uncle in Vancouver, grandparents were in British Columbia.

    Julie ~ good luck with the root canal!

    Jodi ~ I'm with you in the shoe dept! In fact, I'm toying with the idea of getting a 3rd pair. Sshhh, don't tell my husband! :wink:

    Chrissy ~ good job on the intervals! :happy:
    They are so hard!!! I'd rather do a long, slow and steady run anyday!

    Sherry ~ sorry you are have twinges again! :frown:

    Ketchie ~ where did you get your Saucony tank? I usually go *topless* but I'm looking for some cute and comfy tanks.

    I actually just got a couple pairs of shorts from WalMart that work great....and they were cheap. Combined with BodyGlide, I did almost 8 in the heat and humidity a couple weeks ago with not a bit of chafing.

    No run today. Did some lower body weight work! I made it through a set and a half of my routine before my back started whispering at me, so I finished 2nd set then did a lot of stretching and some easy abs.
    Going to try 5 miles tomorrow. Really frustrated with the delay in my training.

    Happy running everyone! I'm so jealous!

    Becky
  • jodi0117
    jodi0117 Posts: 57 Member

    I have not found any hot weather shorts that I just love. If anyone has a recommendation, I would love to hear it. I do have a Target, c9, pair of basketball shorts that I love because they are comfortable and don't ride. However, since they have a very long inseam (down to my knees) I stay away from them in hot weather.

    -Kechie.

    I have a pair of Moving Comfort shorts that I just love! No ride up, very comfy and light.
  • bgood14
    bgood14 Posts: 1,416 Member
    Today was a rest day. Ive been focusing on fundraising all day-trying to drum up some fun activities to do and how to bring some money in. If anyone has any good ideas I'd love to hear them!

    guster -- I ran with TNT back in 2001; GREAT experience, and I'm excited for you to be involved in such a good cause. and seeing all the team on race day is something else.

    there are tons of ideas for fundraising; a few that worked for me:

    we held a yard sale, got many family and friends to donate items, and then we marked them up higher than you would normally price for yard sale. we had TNT banners draped up, and made it clear to everyone that all proceeds went to the cause (hence the high prices), but towards the end of the day when we marked everything "donation" and let people name their price, we actually pulled in even more.

    also did a mini-golf marathon, where i recruited a few family members and a friend to go out and get sponsors, then the 4 of us played 100 holes of mini-golf. got the facility to let us "play" for free; we had people sponsor us with flat donations or per-hole amounts, making us earn the money. i even bought small prizes for the winner and other participants

    just a few thoughts -- good luck to you! where is your race?
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126
    Just finished Couch to 5k week 3 day 1... toughest increase in intervals/weeks yet (in my opinion) but I did it, and it felt great :bigsmile: I can't believe it!!!

    Usually run later in the evening, so running at 6:00 today was a little humid for me, but I still did it :bigsmile:
  • SatelliteCrush80
    SatelliteCrush80 Posts: 3,575 Member
    Just finished Couch to 5k week 3 day 1... toughest increase in intervals/weeks yet (in my opinion) but I did it, and it felt great :bigsmile: I can't believe it!!!

    Usually run later in the evening, so running at 6:00 today was a little humid for me, but I still did it :bigsmile:

    Congrats!
  • SatelliteCrush80
    SatelliteCrush80 Posts: 3,575 Member
    Started Week 3 of my program...easy 2 miles today. Kind of nervous about my 5 mile tempo run on Wed, but I'm sure it will be just fine.

    Hope everyone had a great day!
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