Ran a 10k in June (5 Viewers)

[jb1020]

Man, this thread has grown in the the past year or so. So much has been going on on my end I can't hardly look at the internet.

Just got my 18 week plan underway. Going with the Higdon Intermediate 1 again. Thats what I did back in 2011-12 getting ready for the New Orleans Marathon. Geared up for the Blues Marathon here in Jackson in January.

Looking forward to being a participant in the thread again.

 

[Ned]

Man, this thread has grown in the the past year or so. So much has been going on on my end I can't hardly look at the internet.

Just got my 18 week plan underway. Going with the Higdon Intermediate 1 again. Thats what I did back in 2011-12 getting ready for the New Orleans Marathon. Geared up for the Blues Marathon here in Jackson in January.

Looking forward to being a participant in the thread again.

Welcome back!

 

[Ned]

This weather is a runner's orgasm. I had a stellar 11mi MLR this morning @ 8:52/141. One of those runs where you get stronger as it gets longer. It doesn't get any better than this.

 

[sho nuff]

Was hoping the cooler weather would last a little longer.

Still wasn't too bad, but 70/64 and overcast gaveway to full sun midway through a 7 miler making the last few miles a bit tougher (they usually are anyway as that is where I get into a few more uphill portions of the area I run). Still ended up going about a half mile over as I screwed up a bit and did not feel like stopping to walk it home.

Did my 800m intervals Monday which felt great. Hopefully getting in 11 on Friday or Saturday morning (depends on Friday's weather...if its like today, I will wait and get out earlier on Saturday morning)

 

[Juxtatarot]

Juxt- Nice job! I assume you're going back to Boston too?

No. Boston this year was a one time experience for me. In fact, I think I'm taking a break from marathons until at least fall of next year.

 

[koby925]

Congrats to The Little Man and welcome back jb

 

[koby925]

Thanks, Steve but I call serious BS on you not being able to run 5:16

May do a very low key 5k this weekend in my new neighborhood. Both to meet some of the new neighbors and maybe help pace that ultra guy to his first ever sub 20. Which would likely get him the win in this race.

 

[SteveC702]

Jb- Welcome back

Sho Nuff- Training looking very solid man.

Juxt- Don't blame ya, I have unfinished business with that distance (and the Boston course in particular). Here's to hoping Grue and/or Tri will be able to join me on the starting line next April.

Koby- I don't have that many data points to prove that I can actually run a decent mile. I ran 8:10 (5:26 pace) for 1.5 miles about 6 weeks ago a few days before my 17:40 5K. Since then though I've pretty much just been building a base for the fall. My two hard/moderate efforts in the last 2 weeks was an 11:45 2-miler about 10 days after we got up here. (although the altitude conversion calculators aren't that friendly... putting this somewhere between 11:20-11:35) and I ran 17:39 for 3 miles for a treadmill tempo when I was in New Orleans for work last week.

I am enjoying staying away from racing and hard workouts for awhile and just adjusting to the hills/altitude around here. Although I am about to go sign up for a half at the end of Octoer so I should probably be doing some tempo work at least soon.

 

[prosopis]

Latest news for Boston registrations: I read that they have about 5,000 slots for the 'regular' qualifiers this week. The BQ-20, -10, and -5 groups last week each took about 5-6,000 slots, so it's not looking good for registration to continue into next week. It would be helpful to at least know before my race on Sunday.

I agree it doesn't look good, but I hope it somehow works out for you, tri-man. I know how badly you want it.I thought I wanted it pretty badly, too, but looking back, I'm not so sure. I can come up with a dozen excuses why things didn't go my way on Sunday, and I'm sure all of them did contribute, but the bottom line is that I just wasn't ready physically or mentally for that kind of effort. Once the race started, it didn't take long at all for me to realize that I was working way too hard for the pace that I was running; I know some of you (Ned) like to use a HRM, but having run 20 marathons, I can just tell. I started falling off my goal pace towards the end of the first lap, and after just a few more miles, I accepted the reality that it wasn't going to happen. At that point, I lost all motivation to keep going, and I just quit.

I'm not sure what's next for me. There's a decent possibility that I'll still get into Boston via my contact at John Hancock, but I'm honestly not even sure I care that much anymore. I'm just worn out mentally, and I need a break. I was planning on running Madison in November, but I'm already in the process of transferring that bib to someone on their waiting list. I need to take some time, re-boot, and just run for the sake of running. I'm looking forward to hitting the trails this fall. I'll still do the 50K next month, and I'm looking at an 8-hour timed event (10K trail loop) in November.

If I get into Boston, great. If I don't, then I guess it wasn't meant to be. I just know that I really need to stop connecting so much of my self worth to my success as a runner. It's not good for me.

Really glad to read this. You seem to have a lot going for you right now, enjoy it.

 

[worrierking]

Thread needed a bump back to page one, where it belongs.

Seven miles this morning, last three at tempo pace. I know I swore off complaining about the heat a few months ago. Is it ok to mention that I am closely monitoring a cool front that will be coming through SW Louisiana sometime this weekend and that I am hoping it makes it here before my long run Saturday morning?

 

[sho nuff]

Sho Nuff- Training looking very solid man.

This week has been good.

Nice 4 mile recovery today.

But the summer and start of this fall has been inconsistent and mostly due to my own lack of motivation.

Starting back to it and keeping myself to my notebook and my plan.

 

[Hang 10]

Thread needed a bump back to page one, where it belongs.

Seven miles this morning, last three at tempo pace. I know I swore off complaining about the heat a few months ago. Is it ok to mention that I am closely monitoring a cool front that will be coming through SW Louisiana sometime this weekend and that I am hoping it makes it here before my long run Saturday morning?

:judgesruling:

I will allow it.

 

[FUBAR]

On vacation at Hilton head island right now, didn't bring the bike so just running and having a down week.

Quarters yesterday, with 50 pushups between for the first 6, then 4 without. Kept roughly 6:15 pace. Then ran mile intervals today, easy/hard X3, 6:29, 6:24, 6:28 so at least I'm consistent.

7.5 mile beach run this morning during high tide. Probably should have taken off my shoes as when I got back, I had mounds of sand in my salt-water-soaked shoes. Beautiful, http://www.hiltonheadisland.org/island-vibe/wellness/files/2011/05/beach-photo-1.jpg

We've been riding 8-10 miles every day. Funny how different riding a beach bike with a trailer is vs. a carbon-fiber tri-bike.

 

[BassNBrew]

On vacation at Hilton head island right now, didn't bring the bike so just running and having a down week.

Quarters yesterday, with 50 pushups between for the first 6, then 4 without. Kept roughly 6:15 pace. Then ran mile intervals today, easy/hard X3, 6:29, 6:24, 6:28 so at least I'm consistent.

7.5 mile beach run this morning during high tide. Probably should have taken off my shoes as when I got back, I had mounds of sand in my salt-water-soaked shoes. Beautiful, http://www.hiltonheadisland.org/island-vibe/wellness/files/2011/05/beach-photo-1.jpg

We've been riding 8-10 miles every day. Funny how different riding a beach bike with a trailer is vs. a carbon-fiber tri-bike.

For some of us it might be different.

 

[Prince Myshkin]

I'm almost ready to declare myself healed. My plan is to run for the first time Sunday - that will be 3 weeks off since the injury. I'm very anxious to see where my fitness is at after this break. Leaves me with 3 weeks to get ready for a half. Definitely not ideal, but nothing I can do about that. I have changed my focus from trying to race to just enjoying the experience.

Any advice on taking care of the achilles as I get back to training? I plan on using some KT tape on it and ice, even if I'm not feeling any discomfort. Also plan on keeping up with the eccentric heel drops...

 

[tri-man 47]

I'm almost ready to declare myself healed. My plan is to run for the first time Sunday - that will be 3 weeks off since the injury. I'm very anxious to see where my fitness is at after this break. Leaves me with 3 weeks to get ready for a half. Definitely not ideal, but nothing I can do about that. I have changed my focus from trying to race to just enjoying the experience.

Any advice on taking care of the achilles as I get back to training? I plan on using some KT tape on it and ice, even if I'm not feeling any discomfort. Also plan on keeping up with the eccentric heel drops...

Maybe play it safe and walk a 1/2 mile before getting into the run? I hope things are fine!

 

[beer 302]

I'm almost ready to declare myself healed. My plan is to run for the first time Sunday - that will be 3 weeks off since the injury. I'm very anxious to see where my fitness is at after this break. Leaves me with 3 weeks to get ready for a half. Definitely not ideal, but nothing I can do about that. I have changed my focus from trying to race to just enjoying the experience.

Any advice on taking care of the achilles as I get back to training? I plan on using some KT tape on it and ice, even if I'm not feeling any discomfort. Also plan on keeping up with the eccentric heel drops...

Maybe play it safe and walk a 1/2 mile before getting into the run? I hope things are fine!

This, I know we all want to jump right back into it after an injury but it's best to take it slow. Warm up well before you start your run and don't be afraid to walk as much as you need to. "Pushing" it coming off an extended stay on the bench typically only leads to re-injury. Take it slow and be patient.

 

[gruecd]

Just popping in here quick to say good luck to tri-man this weekend at Fox Valley. I'm sure you're disappointed that it won't count for Boston 2014, but hopefully you can channel that frustration and take it out on the course. Looks like nice, cool weather for the start.

I've done a couple short, easy runs this week, got a massage and went to yoga yesterday, and I should be on track to pace 3:40 at Fox Cities on Sunday. It'll be my third consecutive year as a pace team leader. It's certainly fun to race, but this is fun and rewarding in a different way.

 

[FUBAR]

Rock it tri!

Fartlek this morning, mostly cuz i like the word. Little bit different though, instead of running to a spot, i went by steps. Start at 60 (4 count), down to 10 by 10s, then back up to 60, then back down. Between intervals, jog the distance of your last interval. The idea being to work on quick steps, don't let your foot start on the ground long. 5 miles of that and Finished with a 1/4 mile for count and time - 72 steps, 1:22

 

[koby925]

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

 

[FUBAR]

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

Thanks. Always wondered if the socks were worth while.

 

[prosopis]

Did an early moonlit 8 mile run this morning. It is a good feeling to finish before sunrise. I am sensing the first hints of fall here. I believe it was in the upper 70's when I was out there.

I have been doing a lot of lunges, squats, and core work at my Krav Maga class. I am hoping this will help me with hill stuff. Good luck to Tri man- I dedicate all of my weekend lunges to him

 

[SteveC702]

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

Thanks. Always wondered if the socks were worth while.

I would not be caught dead wearing those in public, but my calves have been tight for the last 2 weeks and I don't think I can afford to keep getting weekly massages, so it may be time to take the plunge on these and see if they work out. Koby I think you should get a kickback from runningwarehouse for my next purchase that I'm about to make...

 

[prosopis]

I also got the stick. I have used it twice now and it seems to help. I will say it really points out some nasty knots in my calf. Not sure what to do about them other then get a massage I tried rolling them out but it was pretty painful so I stopped.

 

[SteveC702]

I also got the stick. I have used it twice now and it seems to help. I will say it really points out some nasty knots in my calf. Not sure what to do about them other then get a massage I tried rolling them out but it was pretty painful so I stopped.

Hey, not much to add to what all the other guys said (walk a bit to stretch out). I saw this and thought it might be worth a shot, I think I've heard of some people using these.

http://www.runningwarehouse.com/descpage-RRAW.html

 

[beer 302]

First, good luck tri-man! Crush that #####!!! And enjoy yourself grue! Like you said it's a different sort of fulfillment, gonna guess it will be the funnest run you've had in a while.

Second, got to run a 5k on the AlterG treadmill today. Neat machine, just getting used to the kind of odd way you have to run but it was nice that once you start feel some pain you lessen your weight and WA LA, your running without pain again. If you've never been in one it's hard to explain but your legs are unhindered, your upper body is unhindered, it's just your hips and core middle that are locked in. That takes some getting used to but once you get comfortable with it, you sort of bounce around a little like walking through the parallel bars that are close together and you bounce back and forth between them. The outside of my hips felt strained the whole time I was in it, kinda like they were going to cramp up because you're using muscles in a way you're not used to but they are fine now. Cool machine, probably have another few weeks in it but hey, a run is a run!

 

[FUBAR]

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

Thanks. Always wondered if the socks were worth while.

I would not be caught dead wearing those in public, but my calves have been tight for the last 2 weeks and I don't think I can afford to keep getting weekly massages, so it may be time to take the plunge on these and see if they work out. Koby I think you should get a kickback from runningwarehouse for my next purchase that I'm about to make...

Weekly massages? You must be made of $ and time.

I got one for my birthday, haven't used it yet but will in a couple weeks.

I just have my 10-year old walk on my back and the rest take turns hitting my calves and shoulders. Wife doesn't give massages :(

 

[SteveC702]

Well, before our recent move I have only gotten 4-5 in my life. However, my wife and I are both coming off of injuries and had just moved to a very hilly + high altitude location. The plan was to get one after our first week here and maybe one every 3-4 weeks for maintenance since I'm not going to physical therapy anymore. But I traveled for work last week and was squeezing in runs on little sleep and her legs are still feeling beat up so we got another one last weekend. It looks like we'll make it at least 2-3 more weeks before another one though.

Thankfully there is a massage school around us where you can get student therapists (they charge about $30-$40/hour depending on if you have membership), and in general the places around here charge about half of what I paid for in places like Chicago/Vegas.

 

[tri-man 47]

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

Thanks. Always wondered if the socks were worth while.

I would not be caught dead wearing those in public, but my calves have been tight for the last 2 weeks and I don't think I can afford to keep getting weekly massages, so it may be time to take the plunge on these and see if they work out. Koby I think you should get a kickback from runningwarehouse for my next purchase that I'm about to make...

I hardly dare run without them now. I find them very beneficial.

Prosopis, if you find a knot that you can't roll out with the stick, you could just manually work on that spot. One approach is to just press hard on it for several seconds (yes, it will hurt) and promote blood flow there. Enjoy the weekend lunges!

Best wishes to 2Young and the DWD team tomorrow! It's a bummer I can't be with the team this year ..especially since I now know that Boston registrations already exceed the 22K slots. Didn't see that one coming (increase of about 65% in registrations during the first week). However, being 'freed up' from the goal of a BQ, I'll just run by ### off in some cool temps and see what I can achieve.

 

[Ned]

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

Thanks. Always wondered if the socks were worth while.

I would not be caught dead wearing those in public, but my calves have been tight for the last 2 weeks and I don't think I can afford to keep getting weekly massages, so it may be time to take the plunge on these and see if they work out. Koby I think you should get a kickback from runningwarehouse for my next purchase that I'm about to make...

Sleep in them. Seriously.

 

[Ned]

After Wednesday's amazing run, I've caught a pretty solid cold. I went out for 13 yesterday and had to tuck tail at mile 7. I was wiped out and knew I wouldn't make it home if I kept going. A rare DNF that pisses me off. Just when I feel in a groove, I hit another speed bump.

Begrudgingly skipping today and hope I can salvage the weekend. At the very least, I want to be able to get in the 18/10 MP run I have scheduled for Sunday.



Go get'm Tri!!! 3:2x or bust...

 

[SteveC702]

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

Thanks. Always wondered if the socks were worth while.

I would not be caught dead wearing those in public, but my calves have been tight for the last 2 weeks and I don't think I can afford to keep getting weekly massages, so it may be time to take the plunge on these and see if they work out. Koby I think you should get a kickback from runningwarehouse for my next purchase that I'm about to make...

Sleep in them. Seriously.

Yep, I have researched them for awhile, and I think a lot of people told me that they feel they get more benefit from wearing them while they're not running, so that's what I was planning on using them for. Sleeping in them sounds like a great idea though.

 

[koby925]

Sleep in the compression socks? See I thought that was taking it too far. One time after a race and some brews I fell asleep (passed out ? ) in them and it felt like my legs were asleep when I woke up.

I do think they are very helpful both during and for recovery.

 

[SteveC702]

After Wednesday's amazing run, I've caught a pretty solid cold. I went out for 13 yesterday and had to tuck tail at mile 7. I was wiped out and knew I wouldn't make it home if I kept going. A rare DNF that pisses me off. Just when I feel in a groove, I hit another speed bump.

Begrudgingly skipping today and hope I can salvage the weekend. At the very least, I want to be able to get in the 18/10 MP run I have scheduled for Sunday.



Go get'm Tri!!! 3:2x or bust...

Grrr, it's usually better to take a day or two easy than to run yourself into the ground though. Smart plan.

 

[2Young2BBald]

Sleep in the compression socks? See I thought that was taking it too far. One time after a race and some brews I fell asleep (passed out ? ) in them and it felt like my legs were asleep when I woke up.

I do think they are very helpful both during and for recovery.

After big stuff (5+ hour events) I like to nap in them and find the Sugois are best for this and for driving back from events if they are a ways away.

TM, best of luck and enjoy your marathon. I am off to camp in Hell (in the typical #### conditions we've seen out there just about every year). I am DREADING the crawl though the mud on This Sucks with all the rain we've had or will be getting.

 

[BassNBrew]

gl triman. can't wait to hear about it.

 

[SteveC702]

gl triman. can't wait to hear about it.

+1. Go get 'em Tri.

 

[beer 302]

I hardly dare run without them now. I find them very beneficial.

Prosopis, if you find a knot that you can't roll out with the stick, you could just manually work on that spot. One approach is to just press hard on it for several seconds (yes, it will hurt) and promote blood flow there. Enjoy the weekend lunges!

Big fan of the compression sleeves since the calf injury earlier this yearProsopis, I'll second tri-man's recommendation. The PT I'm going to is a queen at finding "that" spot and just burying me by pressing on it. Work it around a little as you press on it andafter a while you'll feel it begin to loosen up or completely disappear. You can't press too hard.

So I looked back on my logs a few days ago for last year and I discovered an elementary thing that (knock on wood) seems to be helping me. Last year I was wearing the compression socks regularly after runs and during the day at work. I haven't been doing that this year. Maybe because it has been so humid that I stank them up or it slipped my mind. But I went back to doing this the last couple days and my legs have felt a whole lot better. Maybe it's in my head or coincidence, but I'm latching onto it.

Thanks. Always wondered if the socks were worth while.

I would not be caught dead wearing those in public, but my calves have been tight for the last 2 weeks and I don't think I can afford to keep getting weekly massages, so it may be time to take the plunge on these and see if they work out. Koby I think you should get a kickback from runningwarehouse for my next purchase that I'm about to make...

Sleep in them. Seriously.

What Ned said. When I was hurt i wore them 24/7 and I'd credit that to speed along recovery. Wore em to work, the store, church, bed, wherever. Really noticed a big difference running but their biggest benefit was probably afterwards helping to concentrate blood flow in that area.

 

[Hang 10]

Have some fun this weekend, Tri-man. No Boston pressure. Just go out there and run your race and enjoy yourself.

 

[Sand]

Tri and 2Y - go get 'em, boys!

 

[tri-man 47]

Have some fun this weekend, Tri-man. No Boston pressure. Just go out there and run your race and enjoy yourself.

Thanks, guys!!!!!

 

[SFBayDuck]

And, just because it is insanely awesome, watch this video (4 min.) from this weekends Tri World Championships. Unreal.

Caught this the other day. The fact that competitors stopped to watch and/or cheer was awesome. A more exciting version of the woman's Olympic event from London.

Trail runners, if you haven't found it already, check out Trail Pr0n: https://www.facebook.com/TrailPorn Lots of Duck-Style pics.

Ahh yes, I love that site. Haven't yet submitted anything myself, but I will someday!

Latest news for Boston registrations: I read that they have about 5,000 slots for the 'regular' qualifiers this week. The BQ-20, -10, and -5 groups last week each took about 5-6,000 slots, so it's not looking good for registration to continue into next week. It would be helpful to at least know before my race on Sunday.

I agree it doesn't look good, but I hope it somehow works out for you, tri-man. I know how badly you want it.I thought I wanted it pretty badly, too, but looking back, I'm not so sure. I can come up with a dozen excuses why things didn't go my way on Sunday, and I'm sure all of them did contribute, but the bottom line is that I just wasn't ready physically or mentally for that kind of effort. Once the race started, it didn't take long at all for me to realize that I was working way too hard for the pace that I was running; I know some of you (Ned) like to use a HRM, but having run 20 marathons, I can just tell. I started falling off my goal pace towards the end of the first lap, and after just a few more miles, I accepted the reality that it wasn't going to happen. At that point, I lost all motivation to keep going, and I just quit.

I'm not sure what's next for me. There's a decent possibility that I'll still get into Boston via my contact at John Hancock, but I'm honestly not even sure I care that much anymore. I'm just worn out mentally, and I need a break. I was planning on running Madison in November, but I'm already in the process of transferring that bib to someone on their waiting list. I need to take some time, re-boot, and just run for the sake of running. I'm looking forward to hitting the trails this fall. I'll still do the 50K next month, and I'm looking at an 8-hour timed event (10K trail loop) in November.

If I get into Boston, great. If I don't, then I guess it wasn't meant to be. I just know that I really need to stop connecting so much of my self worth to my success as a runner. It's not good for me.

This is great advice you've just given yourself in the last 2 paragraphs. In hindsight I believe my troubles this year all started with my DNF in Vegas last December. (very similar race to yours, I was running it to try to hit a qualifying time for another race, got sick race week and DNF'd at 16-17 miles). I rushed back into training too soon and got sick a month later, then rushed back too soon again and my lower body issues started.

In other words, relax both physically and mentally. You'll bounce back from this and run faster and stronger than ever in time.

Good stuff, Gru. It's got to be exhausting to be constantly training at the high level you train at. An offseason of sorts, where you just run to run, should do you a world of good.

I'm almost ready to declare myself healed. My plan is to run for the first time Sunday - that will be 3 weeks off since the injury. I'm very anxious to see where my fitness is at after this break. Leaves me with 3 weeks to get ready for a half. Definitely not ideal, but nothing I can do about that. I have changed my focus from trying to race to just enjoying the experience.

Any advice on taking care of the achilles as I get back to training? I plan on using some KT tape on it and ice, even if I'm not feeling any discomfort. Also plan on keeping up with the eccentric heel drops...

Maybe play it safe and walk a 1/2 mile before getting into the run? I hope things are fine!

This, I know we all want to jump right back into it after an injury but it's best to take it slow. Warm up well before you start your run and don't be afraid to walk as much as you need to. "Pushing" it coming off an extended stay on the bench typically only leads to re-injury. Take it slow and be patient.

Totally agree. Having dealt with achilles issues in the past, ease into it - and maybe even call it as soon as you start feeling pain. And definitely keep up the eccentrics/KT/ice.

 

[SFBayDuck]

Have some fun this weekend, Tri-man. No Boston pressure. Just go out there and run your race and enjoy yourself.

Thanks, guys!!!!!

Have fun! Can't wait to hear about it.

 

[Prince Myshkin]

I'm almost ready to declare myself healed. My plan is to run for the first time Sunday - that will be 3 weeks off since the injury. I'm very anxious to see where my fitness is at after this break. Leaves me with 3 weeks to get ready for a half. Definitely not ideal, but nothing I can do about that. I have changed my focus from trying to race to just enjoying the experience.

Any advice on taking care of the achilles as I get back to training? I plan on using some KT tape on it and ice, even if I'm not feeling any discomfort. Also plan on keeping up with the eccentric heel drops...

Maybe play it safe and walk a 1/2 mile before getting into the run? I hope things are fine!

This, I know we all want to jump right back into it after an injury but it's best to take it slow. Warm up well before you start your run and don't be afraid to walk as much as you need to. "Pushing" it coming off an extended stay on the bench typically only leads to re-injury. Take it slow and be patient.

Totally agree. Having dealt with achilles issues in the past, ease into it - and maybe even call it as soon as you start feeling pain. And definitely keep up the eccentrics/KT/ice.

Thanks guys. My first chance to get back to the thread since I posted the other day. I fully plan on taking it easy and warming up much more than usual. A half mile walk before hand sounds good. I'm going to shoot for 5 slow, easy miles tomorrow morning, but who knows.

Gru, I think you are on the right train of thought. One thing I want to point out (without sounding too sappy) is that your running "legacy" is much more than race results. You have been a huge inspiration to me and I'm sure several others in this thread. Without your advice and training reports, I don't know if would have ever gotten into this. And while I always hope to see you succeed, it's been just as motivating (maybe even more so) watching you deal with setbacks and disappointments.

Good luck to all the racers this weekend! I'll be anxiously waiting on race reports..

 

[gruecd]

Volunteered at our running club's booth at the race expo last night. Had a woman come up and tell me that she ran with my pacing group last year and that "thanks to me," she qualified for Boston. That's a good feeling right there.

 

[sho nuff]

Awesome gru.

GL to all the racers this weekend.

Had an unscheduled day off today.

Was dealing with a bit of asthma and sinus crap yesterday. Woke up today to pouring rain and achy body and some wheezy lungs. Decided against running...took a puff of the inhaler and some ibuprofen and got some rest. Feeling a little better now and ready to coach soccer. May give my long run a go in the morning...but have to adjust things this next week due to a golf tournament with college friends next weekend.

 

[tri-man 47]

Volunteered at our running club's booth at the race expo last night. Had a woman come up and tell me that she ran with my pacing group last year and that "thanks to me," she qualified for Boston. That's a good feeling right there.

This.

If your pace group tomorrow includes any frustrated Boston wannabes, tell 'em "today is our Boston" and to run for all those affected by last year's event. You've made your peace with the circumstances over recent days. Now you can help others do so as well. Enjoy the event, grue!

 

[prosopis]

Volunteered at our running club's booth at the race expo last night. Had a woman come up and tell me that she ran with my pacing group last year and that "thanks to me," she qualified for Boston. That's a good feeling right there.

That is awesome. Damn, I am sissy enough I may have teared up if I ever did something like that for a person.

Prince Myshkin really put it well above. I would never be where I am if not for Grue and many others in here.

* Even though I know what Grue looks like I am starting to picture him as Grue from Despicable me in this thread. Only because of the name Grue

 

[prosopis]

After yesterdays fantastic 8 I went out for 10 this morning. I made it 1 mile and turned around. I just knew immediately that it was not going to happen. I suspect the combination of yesterdays 10,weigh lifting,lots of yard work is the cause of this

There is something to be said for just saying F it early on when you know it is not going to happen at any pace other then walking.

Pretty excited for Tri's race tomorrow.

 

[SFBayDuck]

Volunteered at our running club's booth at the race expo last night. Had a woman come up and tell me that she ran with my pacing group last year and that "thanks to me," she qualified for Boston. That's a good feeling right there.

This.

If your pace group tomorrow includes any frustrated Boston wannabes, tell 'em "today is our Boston" and to run for all those affected by last year's event. You've made your peace with the circumstances over recent days. Now you can help others do so as well. Enjoy the event, grue!

Awesome. That's gotta help put it all in perspective a bit.