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Thanks - I've managed to get the Strava app on my watch - I'll just need to add those previous runs or just discard them.
I'd work on doing some slow runs of about 1-5 miles. Then I would mix in some interval workouts. So, do a 3 mile run and do like 4 sets of 400s (quarter miles) at or faster than your goal 5k pace. Follow each interval with a 2-3 minute slow jog. Not sure if this is solid advice, just trying to help.
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I'd do both if I were you. I agree with the others, though, that distance/volume should be your primary focus.gianmarco said:
You'll see a noticeable uptick in speed in race conditions anyway. For a 5k, just go your usual and then run the last mile sub 5.
That is a shame, but I would love to see how fast you can run a full road marathon. Your training this year has been great, and you're setup for a huge PR.
Although they can be fun to play around with, I don't know how much I'd trust such a calculator. There seems to be so much variation from person to person as we've seen evidence of here in this thread.
Yeah, I hear ya.
I'm definitely not planning on enjoying it. And too late on the second point...You're fine. Just enjoy and don't overthink it. That's what we're here for.
Mostly to finish. I am trying to determine if it is better to get a 5K under my belt in 3 weeks as a baseline or if I should wait until Sept, Oct, or November to try my first official run.
Based on what I've seen on Strava, you'll be fine. A 5k at this point for you is no big deal if you don't overdo it. I say go for it and see how it feels and do it as a baseline, but don't treat it as a make or break race.
Even when I'm hating a run physically, I'm always finding something I enjoy. Sometimes scenery or sometimes entertaining myself with some of the crazy memories I recall. I've had some bad races, but always glad I did them afterwards with just a couple of exceptions (like when I blew out a ligament).I'm definitely not planning on enjoying it. And too late on the second point...
Damn. But I know you've got a lot going on. Good luck in the other lottery.
Congrats on the PR you are going to run Saturday.
Do it, just don't force a pace faster than comfortably uncomfortable until the end of the race if you still have any gas in the tank. I'd just have a goal to create a target time to demolish in your Fall 5K.
If you want to prevent injury, then you should slowly work up that long run. If you can get that long run from 2 miles to 6 miles, then you can start to sprinkle in speed workout (start with once a week with 1/4 mile bursts, and then extend it to 1/2 mile).gianmarco said:
You planning on any races in the KC area? I'm thinking of the Plaza 10K in September as a tune-up race for my half. Or are you thinking 5K's for now until you build up?
I'm not quite ready for a 10K. Looking at some 5Ks in Lawrence for now.
You are lucky it is indoor soccer night. Tomorrow is a run/walk combo.
Sorry, then the run never happened.Oh - and after thinking I had the Strava app working I get out to run and it says it needs my phone to finish setup. So, I just use the Nike app and then my dang watch dies during my cool down.
Yup. I never pass up a walk with Mrs. O during the week. Worth way more to me than a run on my own.
Could be worse...my Bluetooth headphones died halfway through my 11-miler this afternoon. Ughhhh.Oh - and after thinking I had the Strava app working I get out to run and it says it needs my phone to finish setup. So, I just use the Nike app and then my dang watch dies during my cool down.
You did about 90% of the 5K route I'm doing with our 7 year old downtown on Saturday.Intermittent Fitbit issues this morning are just another reason why it's time to move to another GPS watch. Interesting run along the lake this morning and did some sightseeing. Took it real easy (which is sloth-like for most of you) and the knee felt good all around. Liked the little elevation changes. Rain is coming this afternoon so I'm heading to Tremont and later got club seats for an Indians game. Digging Cleveland so far.
We have a group on Strava and we all pretty much post our runs on there. Honestly, if it's not on Strava, it never really happened (so I've been told). The HR question is tricky and probably best if someone else answered. Some people run based on HR (me) and others know their body enough to not train with it (Mac).
Lots of good articles about HR training on the google BUT basically you need to find out what your max HR is and then you can base your training zones off it. Once you figure out your zones, you can use your HR data to keep you from working too hard on your easy day and make sure you're working hard enough on your tough workouts. For your particular situation, you'd really just need it to keep your runs easy enough to build your cardio and endurance.
I was an early adopter to calf sleeves and rarely run or ride without them. My son, freshman year of XC, struggled with shin splints and calf sleeves helped a ton. Search around and try a few. I like 2XU for triathlon, but the strength of my Zenzas are way better.
There is a brand on amazon i really like. Very cheap. Hold up well. Bracco i believe.
