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Ran a 10k in June (4 Viewers)
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wraith5
Footballguy
They only have "small" left...
El Floppo
Footballguy
Typical... sorry about that.So I got busy today finally with an inspired lunch-
Swam about 500yds at the Y, came home/office and threw the bike on the trainer and did a 30 minutes spin.
Baby steps, but with a mild nod from the PT to bike and swim (runs still have to be under 30mins) it felt good to do something while all you guys are rocking it out.
tri-man 47
Footballguy
I'm already set with a sleeveless wetsuit ..thanks. (In fact, I can't wait to get out to my mom's cottage, now, and take it out for a long lake swim.) I forget who it was that was thinking about renting one for a race.
I use Accelerade for longer workouts. I've definitely noticed that it is more effective than Gatorade. When I'd do some long stationary bike rides in my basement (~ 2 hours or so), I'd notice that drinking Gatorade wouldn't quench my need an energy boost, but Accelerade did. I used to drink the lemon lime, but in my last order I switched to the orange, and both are good (something of an acquired taste). On recent long runs I have also noticed that Gatorade, after a while, kind of "bites" the throat while Accelerade goes down smoother.
I've only had Gatorade Endurance when they handed it out during my 1/2-Ironman bike leg last summer. Whoa! That's a sodium-taste jolt. I drank it 'cause I considered it necessary, but it was not in any way refreshing. I finally took a straight water bottle at my last exchange and it was heavenly after the taste of the Gatorade Endurance.
For my marathon, I'll probably wear my Fuel Belt so that I can take a couple 7 oz. containers of Accelerade and carry a couple of gels ...but it will depend on what they're handing out on the course (I hear Mad City doesn't offer a great selection).
I use Accelerade for longer workouts. I've definitely noticed that it is more effective than Gatorade. When I'd do some long stationary bike rides in my basement (~ 2 hours or so), I'd notice that drinking Gatorade wouldn't quench my need an energy boost, but Accelerade did. I used to drink the lemon lime, but in my last order I switched to the orange, and both are good (something of an acquired taste). On recent long runs I have also noticed that Gatorade, after a while, kind of "bites" the throat while Accelerade goes down smoother.
I've only had Gatorade Endurance when they handed it out during my 1/2-Ironman bike leg last summer. Whoa! That's a sodium-taste jolt. I drank it 'cause I considered it necessary, but it was not in any way refreshing. I finally took a straight water bottle at my last exchange and it was heavenly after the taste of the Gatorade Endurance.
For my marathon, I'll probably wear my Fuel Belt so that I can take a couple 7 oz. containers of Accelerade and carry a couple of gels ...but it will depend on what they're handing out on the course (I hear Mad City doesn't offer a great selection).
RoarinSonoran
Footballguy
Mom's cottage can swim? :(
wraith5
Footballguy
Second 6 week cycle is now complete. Totals since Feb 6: 44 runs246 miles10.5 pounds lost (204 to 193.4)3.2% body fat lost (24% to 20.8%) The Body Fat % has been very slow to drop, but in another 6 weeks I should be close to my initial goal, and I'm not unhappy with the number of pounds I've lost. Interesting that I've burned enough calories running to drop about 10.5 pounds - exactly what I've actually lost. Guess I really do run to support my eating habit... Thanks to Chaka (AKA M.C.D.) I've been doing crunches and push-ups (or bench press) since March 28 and see some physical results. I was able to do about 30 push-ups when I started and now I can do 45. Finally, thanks to a ton of help from Culdus and Tri-Man, I am the proud owner of a Motobecane Fantom Cross bike (bought from "Sprtymama" on eBay for a really great price). Got it set up last night and rode it to work this morning for the first time. I plan on making it part of my regular routine for the summer.Congrats to El Floppo and Pigskin on their return to the road, as well as Meeka on hitting the 4 mile mark (and everyone else who keeps posting in this thread, frankly) - well done!
).
RoarinSonoran
Footballguy
For those of you into Accelerade, or want to try it after reading the posts about it, now you can get it for 20% off. Still seems rather expensive to me. I get a big can of powdered Gatorade for ~$8 and mix my own. 
The link comes from the SD marathon website. I don't believe you have to show registration proof in order to get the discount.
The link comes from the SD marathon website. I don't believe you have to show registration proof in order to get the discount.
tri-man 47
Footballguy
No, I meant that ...I was referring to the wetsu ...aw, never mind.Mom's cottage can swim?
tri-man 47
Footballguy
Great cycle! And ...great cycle.Second 6 week cycle is now complete. Totals since Feb 6: 44 runs246 miles10.5 pounds lost (204 to 193.4)3.2% body fat lost (24% to 20.8%) The Body Fat % has been very slow to drop, but in another 6 weeks I should be close to my initial goal, and I'm not unhappy with the number of pounds I've lost. Interesting that I've burned enough calories running to drop about 10.5 pounds - exactly what I've actually lost. Guess I really do run to support my eating habit... Thanks to Chaka (AKA M.C.D.) I've been doing crunches and push-ups (or bench press) since March 28 and see some physical results. I was able to do about 30 push-ups when I started and now I can do 45. Finally, thanks to a ton of help from Culdus and Tri-Man, I am the proud owner of a Motobecane Fantom Cross bike (bought from "Sprtymama" on eBay for a really great price). Got it set up last night and rode it to work this morning for the first time. I plan on making it part of my regular routine for the summer.Congrats to El Floppo and Pigskin on their return to the road, as well as Meeka on hitting the 4 mile mark (and everyone else who keeps posting in this thread, frankly) - well done!
).
El Floppo
Footballguy
We got another Tri-convert coming over to the dark side? Sah-weet.AndGreat cycle! And ...great cycle.Second 6 week cycle is now complete. Totals since Feb 6: 44 runs246 miles10.5 pounds lost (204 to 193.4)3.2% body fat lost (24% to 20.8%) The Body Fat % has been very slow to drop, but in another 6 weeks I should be close to my initial goal, and I'm not unhappy with the number of pounds I've lost. Interesting that I've burned enough calories running to drop about 10.5 pounds - exactly what I've actually lost. Guess I really do run to support my eating habit... Thanks to Chaka (AKA M.C.D.) I've been doing crunches and push-ups (or bench press) since March 28 and see some physical results. I was able to do about 30 push-ups when I started and now I can do 45. Finally, thanks to a ton of help from Culdus and Tri-Man, I am the proud owner of a Motobecane Fantom Cross bike (bought from "Sprtymama" on eBay for a really great price). Got it set up last night and rode it to work this morning for the first time. I plan on making it part of my regular routine for the summer.Congrats to El Floppo and Pigskin on their return to the road, as well as Meeka on hitting the 4 mile mark (and everyone else who keeps posting in this thread, frankly) - well done!
Tuesday marked the end to my first 6-week cycle back into running: 23 runs 105 miles3 pounds lost (204 to 201)2% body fat lost (24% to 22%) Overall not a bad start - May 1 will end my next cycle, and my goal is to hit 130 miles and drop below 20% BF (for the first time since about 1992
).
... just noticed my name mentioned in a comeback- back in March. Hopefully this comeback'll stick.
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A little teaser from blog entry for today:
I ran 7 miles tonight in just over 74 minutes, for an average of 10:40/mile, which is excellent for me. I really focused on keeping my heart rate between 149-166, and was able to keep it there for a total of 59 minutes! That's a good zone for me to run in.
The first two miles went great...
Feel free to click the link in my sig if you'd like to read more about it.
I ran 7 miles tonight in just over 74 minutes, for an average of 10:40/mile, which is excellent for me. I really focused on keeping my heart rate between 149-166, and was able to keep it there for a total of 59 minutes! That's a good zone for me to run in.
The first two miles went great...
Feel free to click the link in my sig if you'd like to read more about it.
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tri-man 47
Footballguy
Good job, buddy! Less than four weeks to go! Your last big runs should be this weekend and next, so plan accordingly. May 20 should be an easy weekend for us both.
Ran 2 miles today as prescribed in the training program. Oddly my legs felt a bit heavy on the second mile. With 4 on Sunday, 3.5 on Wednesday it could just be my body getting used to the longer miles. I was about 9 minutes on the first mile (I was not sure where the exact mile marker was) and about 10 minutes on the way back in. Total of 20 minutes is not bad but I thought I could do better. I started out pretty strong out of the gate (so to speak) and then started to back off a bit. I think I am better off trying to start out slower and then get faster as the run goes on. But, with 2 miles it is hard to judge that. Having to slow down due to traffic can mess up your whole pace. I will work on pace and speed after I run this 10k. I am just worried about finishing at this point. 9.5 miles for the week.
4.5 this Sunday should be interesting as I will be running alone. Better plan an interesting route.
4.5 this Sunday should be interesting as I will be running alone. Better plan an interesting route.
you have a blog? I should get me one of those.
Nice job. Losing only 2 pounds of muscle while losing 8 pounds of fat is not bad.
pigskinliquors
Dr. Parrothead
Thanks for looking out for me EF (I was the one looking for one). I wish a was smaller
. My next two tri's (both Olympic) won't allow wetsuits. I may be able to use one in October for, "gulp", my first attempt at a half iron-man (Longhorn half); though I'm pretty sure the water will be to warm. If anyone finds one in that price range I am very interested though!
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pigskinliquors
Dr. Parrothead
I drink a lot of fruit smoothies as I'm not too good at getting fruit into my body without them. I usually put one to two (depending on the intensity of my workout) scoops of whey protein into each one after a workout. I am also very interested in Accellerade, and will give it a shot.
For hydration (not muscle recovery); has anyone here tried Nuun? A salesperson at a tri-shop was pushing it on me last week, and wanted some FBG feedback before making the purchase.
pigskinliquors
Dr. Parrothead
AWESOME!! Great to see successes posted here. You are already running, you have a bike = it's time to tri!!!!!Second 6 week cycle is now complete. Totals since Feb 6: 44 runs246 miles10.5 pounds lost (204 to 193.4)3.2% body fat lost (24% to 20.8%) The Body Fat % has been very slow to drop, but in another 6 weeks I should be close to my initial goal, and I'm not unhappy with the number of pounds I've lost. Interesting that I've burned enough calories running to drop about 10.5 pounds - exactly what I've actually lost. Guess I really do run to support my eating habit... Thanks to Chaka (AKA M.C.D.) I've been doing crunches and push-ups (or bench press) since March 28 and see some physical results. I was able to do about 30 push-ups when I started and now I can do 45. Finally, thanks to a ton of help from Culdus and Tri-Man, I am the proud owner of a Motobecane Fantom Cross bike (bought from "Sprtymama" on eBay for a really great price). Got it set up last night and rode it to work this morning for the first time. I plan on making it part of my regular routine for the summer.Congrats to El Floppo and Pigskin on their return to the road, as well as Meeka on hitting the 4 mile mark (and everyone else who keeps posting in this thread, frankly) - well done!
Tuesday marked the end to my first 6-week cycle back into running: 23 runs 105 miles3 pounds lost (204 to 201)2% body fat lost (24% to 22%) Overall not a bad start - May 1 will end my next cycle, and my goal is to hit 130 miles and drop below 20% BF (for the first time since about 1992
).
pigskinliquors
Dr. Parrothead
It's Go Time! Giddyup soldier
tri-man 47
Footballguy
Huh, that's rather odd. The general logic is to taper before a longer race. Also, I've always understood that the shape you're in two weeks before a race is the conditioning you'll take into the race ...so I don't know how/why 10 miles one week before a 1/2-marathon would be beneficial. Sorry that I've raised some doubts! Can you possibly pull that run forward to the weekend of the 13th, and go lighter on the 20th?
tri-man 47
Footballguy
Never heard of it. It's nuuws to me.pigskinliquors said:
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gruecd
Footballguy
Nothing exciting to report since Tuesday's tempo run. Did an easy 4-miler on Wednesday morning and an easy 8-miler on Thursday night, and yesterday was a planned rest day (first since 4/26). Heading out the door right now for my weekly long run. Tapering right now for my race on the 20th, so I'm only doing 12. 51 degrees with winds from the east at 10 mph, so pretty decent for running.
[arnold] I'll be back... [/arnold]
[arnold] I'll be back... [/arnold]
gruecd
Footballguy
Just got back from my 12-miler. Finished in 1:31:12, average pace 7:36 with some miles a little faster and some a little slower, but all pretty close.Dropped down from 47 total miles last week to 34 this past week, and I'm only planning on running about 24 next week. Hoping to PR in my 5K race next weekend (anything better than 19:34), then just one more week until my BQ attempt!
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tri-man 47
Footballguy
Just got back from a 9 miler ...7:31/mile! Great weather, as with gruecd - 57 degrees, overcast, light breeze. Didn't intend to go quite that fast, but I surprised myself by being able to hold the pace well. Pace stayed steady throughout. Tomorrow is a 20 mile run (my third), and then it's all a steady taper until the 27th.
Looking at the McMillan calculator, I'm optimistic for a Boston qualifying time (sub 3:36):
9 miles at 7:31 translates to a 3:31 marathon
14 miles at 7:52 (last weekend) translates to a 3:36 marathon
And I'm still not running on fresh legs.
Looking at the McMillan calculator, I'm optimistic for a Boston qualifying time (sub 3:36):
9 miles at 7:31 translates to a 3:31 marathon
14 miles at 7:52 (last weekend) translates to a 3:36 marathon
And I'm still not running on fresh legs.
RoarinSonoran
Footballguy
Bummer, I'm taking off today (this whole week since CMM, in fact), and it's a GORGEOUS morning so far. High is only supposed to be 79, with a chance of t-storms (tho there's not a cloud in the sky right now). It would have been perfect for a run a couple hours ago, and is probably still within a tolerable temp range. This weather will be short-lived however, as it'll be up to 100 by Thursday. This is probably the last gasp of winter/spring around these parts. Oh well. 
(too many errands to run today anyhow; I'll get back on the horse on Monday)
(too many errands to run today anyhow; I'll get back on the horse on Monday)
El Floppo
Footballguy
oi((the cat just added that last bit... lil' ####er)
I thought I responded to this already... hmmm. I tried Nuun a couple years ago. Didn't like it one bit as I recall. Comes in a toothpaste tube thing, right? Post workout nutrition? Bleh.
Now- it could be that I tried it after I had already gotten myself in a succesful nutrition plan, pre, during and post workout, and that I was used to my Endurox (and clif-bar for longer ones) post workout meal and didn't want to think about toothpaste (even though it didn't taste like toothpaste).
But if you're still looking around and not settled into a nutrition plan, I'd totally recommend trying any and everything a couple of times to see how it works for you.
El Floppo
Footballguy
Do you think trying to PR the short race a week before the Marathon might get in the way of your taper? I don't have the answer at all to that- just curious what you think. I know we're all gunning for you to get that BQ- just don't want to see anything get in the way of it.Just got back from my 12-miler. Finished in 1:31:12, average pace 7:36 with some miles a little faster and some a little slower, but all pretty close.Dropped down from 47 total miles last week to 34 this past week, and I'm only planning on running about 24 next week. Hoping to PR in my 5K race next weekend (anything better than 19:34), then just one more week until my BQ attempt!
El Floppo
Footballguy
That is strange- I'd agree with tri-man that for a longer race like a 1/2, you'd want at least a week of tapering beforehand, ideally two weeks. Going 10 the week before your race when its your longest run to date, doesn't make much sense to me.Can you try and get that longer run in sometime this week, or even tomorrow, Sunday the 6th?
El Floppo
Footballguy
And for really big news, I ran 25 minutes today at an easy pace (somewhere around 9:30 would be my guess). No pain in the knee at least.
Will either bike on the trainer tomorrow, or try and ride up the Hudson River to the George Washington Bridge and back at an easy pace. NYC has the 5 borough bike tour going on tomorrow- 30,000+ bikers crusining around NYC, closing Central Park down for when I'd want to ride.
Will either bike on the trainer tomorrow, or try and ride up the Hudson River to the George Washington Bridge and back at an easy pace. NYC has the 5 borough bike tour going on tomorrow- 30,000+ bikers crusining around NYC, closing Central Park down for when I'd want to ride.
Even Hal Higdon would have me running 10 miles only 7 days before my half marathon. Check it out HERE.
El Floppo
Footballguy
I believe you- just don't agree with the master here (then again- wtf do I know anyways).I like having that weekend before the race dedicated to some short bouts of speed work set into a medium length run. But that's been how I've always done things- maybe it won't be such a bad thing just following the acknowledged guru on this (and I definitely don't mean me here).
I am as far from being a guru as you'll find, which is why I rely on these training plans and the advice of much more experienced FBGs. The only problem is that it's unusual to get contradictory information from these 2 sources. My guts tell me that running 10 miles only 7 days before my first half marathon won't be so bad if I take it easy the rest of the week, but we'll see how the next couple of weeks go first. I still have to survive 8-9 miles tomorrow.
tri-man 47
Footballguy
OK, I'll go along with HH's schedule. He's not doing an extended schedule that builds in the traditional light weeks nor the traditional taper in the final week or two (as we've questioned). But he's also not pushing heavier miles during the week or on the day before your weekend run. He's mainly just getting you to plow ahead and rather quickly get you up to the 1/2-marathon distance. So given the primary focus on increasing the one, long weekend run, and the taper during the week before the race ...I'll say - ignore us, and do your 10 miles on the 20th.I am as far from being a guru as you'll find, which is why I rely on these training plans and the advice of much more experienced FBGs. The only problem is that it's unusual to get contradictory information from these 2 sources. My guts tell me that running 10 miles only 7 days before my first half marathon won't be so bad if I take it easy the rest of the week, but we'll see how the next couple of weeks go first. I still have to survive 8-9 miles tomorrow.
gruecd
Footballguy
I thought about that, but I honestly don't think it's going to be a problem. I've always recovered pretty quickly from 5Ks, and I don't have many miles planned for the following week anyway.Do you think trying to PR the short race a week before the Marathon might get in the way of your taper? I don't have the answer at all to that- just curious what you think. I know we're all gunning for you to get that BQ- just don't want to see anything get in the way of it.Just got back from my 12-miler. Finished in 1:31:12, average pace 7:36 with some miles a little faster and some a little slower, but all pretty close.Dropped down from 47 total miles last week to 34 this past week, and I'm only planning on running about 24 next week. Hoping to PR in my 5K race next weekend (anything better than 19:34), then just one more week until my BQ attempt!
El Floppo
Footballguy
Cool ...I thought about that, but I honestly don't think it's going to be a problem. I've always recovered pretty quickly from 5Ks, and I don't have many miles planned for the following week anyway.Do you think trying to PR the short race a week before the Marathon might get in the way of your taper? I don't have the answer at all to that- just curious what you think. I know we're all gunning for you to get that BQ- just don't want to see anything get in the way of it.Just got back from my 12-miler. Finished in 1:31:12, average pace 7:36 with some miles a little faster and some a little slower, but all pretty close.Dropped down from 47 total miles last week to 34 this past week, and I'm only planning on running about 24 next week. Hoping to PR in my 5K race next weekend (anything better than 19:34), then just one more week until my BQ attempt!
... figured you had it thought through, just wanted to make sure.I became a bit fascist about my tapers over the years- always imagined that I'd get hurt somehow. Would stop playing my usual pickup soccer games a good month before big races under the same paranoia.Good luck with the 5k- I'm envious of running shorter distances quickly. I can't seem to get my legs warmed up and moving until after a few miles, so I'd almost bet I'd run my 10ks at a faster pace than a 5k (never raced at that distance).
El Floppo
Footballguy
OK, I'll go along with HH's schedule. He's not doing an extended schedule that builds in the traditional light weeks nor the traditional taper in the final week or two (as we've questioned). But he's also not pushing heavier miles during the week or on the day before your weekend run. He's mainly just getting you to plow ahead and rather quickly get you up to the 1/2-marathon distance. So given the primary focus on increasing the one, long weekend run, and the taper during the week before the race ...I'll say - ignore us, and do your 10 miles on the 20th.I am as far from being a guru as you'll find, which is why I rely on these training plans and the advice of much more experienced FBGs. The only problem is that it's unusual to get contradictory information from these 2 sources. My guts tell me that running 10 miles only 7 days before my first half marathon won't be so bad if I take it easy the rest of the week, but we'll see how the next couple of weeks go first. I still have to survive 8-9 miles tomorrow.
I'd add to make sure those runs during the week before are done at a conversational pace, throwing in some short (ie: less than 100yds) speed work to keep some muscle memory of pace in the legs.
tri-man 47
Footballguy
Cool! Especially the 'living' part. You should be in good shape - the race environment and the crowd will help a lot, remember. I did my last of three 20 milers today and it went great. Bring on that race!! I ended up running negative splits for the first half/second half (about ten second/mile differential). It certainly wiped me out pretty good, especially after the hard Saturday run, but I'm feeling quite good. I took a long, cooooold bath, which helped a ton to ease the achiness in the legs.Schmegma said:
My wife has been laughing 'cause I told her how the cold bath shrunk my 'big guy' to a decidely 'little guy.' Let the taper begin!
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El Floppo
Footballguy
Neg splits? Blood, man- great work!And by "taper", I'm assuming you mean shaving the nads?Cool! Especially the 'living' part. You should be in good shape - the race environment and the crowd will help a lot, remember. I did my last of three 20 milers today and it went great. Bring on that race!! I ended up running negative splits for the first half/second half (about ten second/mile differential). It certainly wiped my out pretty good, especially after the hard Saturday run, but I'm feeling quite good. I took a long, cooooold bath, which helped a ton to ease the achiness in the legs.Schmegma said:
El Floppo
Footballguy
Me too on both counts, but it never seems enough. I feel like I need at least half and hour worth of race-pace for me to even get at race pace... This has been an interesting thread. Since Jan 9, 2006, I have lost about 180 pounds, going from 380 to 200. In January I ran my first 5k at the Daytona International Speedway (that was cool) and finished in 29:58. Since then I have run in 4 other 5K's, and except for one, I finished each faster than the one before. On May 5th I ran a race in 25:18, which is faster than I ever thought possible for me. I have to admit, that I really enjoy running, and that just sounds so weird.
In 5 months of racing my times have been:
29:58 (around DIS)
27:30 (road)
27:46 (beach)
26:17 (beach)
25:18 (road)
I figure that at this rate of improvement I will be breaking world records within the year.
My shortest training run is now 3.8 miles, and I run four times a week. My weekday runs are after work on a treadmill, and I have gone from starting them at 11 min/mile to 10 min/mile. I increase the speed by .1 mph every ten minutes for the first 40 minutes, then .1 mph every minute for the last 5 minutes. I am thinking of raising the total time from 45 to 50 minutes this week. On the weekends I run first thing in the morning both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday's run is 5.5 miles and Sunday's is 3.8. Though I am considering taking the Saturday run to 6 miles. Lately I also started adding in a couple of days of strength training, and I play tennis two nights a week.
My goal right now is to run a 10k next February, and to do it in under an hour. Maybe in a couple of years I will attempt a half marathon, but I am not sure I really want to try that.
In 5 months of racing my times have been:
29:58 (around DIS)
27:30 (road)
27:46 (beach)
26:17 (beach)
25:18 (road)
I figure that at this rate of improvement I will be breaking world records within the year.
My shortest training run is now 3.8 miles, and I run four times a week. My weekday runs are after work on a treadmill, and I have gone from starting them at 11 min/mile to 10 min/mile. I increase the speed by .1 mph every ten minutes for the first 40 minutes, then .1 mph every minute for the last 5 minutes. I am thinking of raising the total time from 45 to 50 minutes this week. On the weekends I run first thing in the morning both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday's run is 5.5 miles and Sunday's is 3.8. Though I am considering taking the Saturday run to 6 miles. Lately I also started adding in a couple of days of strength training, and I play tennis two nights a week.
My goal right now is to run a 10k next February, and to do it in under an hour. Maybe in a couple of years I will attempt a half marathon, but I am not sure I really want to try that.
tri-man 47
Footballguy
darrin - that's some serious weight-loss and improvement in your fitness. Wow! 
I'd support your thought of increasing the Saturday run. If you can push that even higher - 7, 8 maybe even 10 miles at a real easy pace, it will help with the shorter distances (physically and mentally). Keep it up! That's some good striding to be racing down near an 8/mile pace.
I'd support your thought of increasing the Saturday run. If you can push that even higher - 7, 8 maybe even 10 miles at a real easy pace, it will help with the shorter distances (physically and mentally). Keep it up! That's some good striding to be racing down near an 8/mile pace.
IvanKaramazov
Footballguy
Congratulations on the weight loss and your new lifestyle. Great job. The only thing I wanted to mention is that if/when you build up your mileage, you might be careful with tennis. This has never been an issue for me, for I know that many runners develop IT injuries by combining heavy mileage (straight-line running) with basketball, tennis, or other activities that involve a lot of cutting. That's probably not an issue for you now, and probably it wouldn't be a big deal given the mileage you're proposing, but if you ever wanted to train for a half-marathon, you would want to watch it.This has been an interesting thread. Since Jan 9, 2006, I have lost about 180 pounds, going from 380 to 200. In January I ran my first 5k at the Daytona International Speedway (that was cool) and finished in 29:58. Since then I have run in 4 other 5K's, and except for one, I finished each faster than the one before. On May 5th I ran a race in 25:18, which is faster than I ever thought possible for me. I have to admit, that I really enjoy running, and that just sounds so weird. In 5 months of racing my times have been:29:58 (around DIS)27:30 (road)27:46 (beach)26:17 (beach)25:18 (road)I figure that at this rate of improvement I will be breaking world records within the year.
congratulations on the weight loss and the improving times.welcome to the thread. Please post here often and don't worry about all the show offs with the marathons and the 4 mile "easy runs". It has always helped me to have a goal. Having 5 months to get ready for a 10k was pretty easy once you get a schedule and stick with it. Of course, my goal is just to finish. I expect to set loftier goals later. But, you are doing really well and I hope you keep us updated.This has been an interesting thread. Since Jan 9, 2006, I have lost about 180 pounds, going from 380 to 200. In January I ran my first 5k at the Daytona International Speedway (that was cool) and finished in 29:58. Since then I have run in 4 other 5K's, and except for one, I finished each faster than the one before. On May 5th I ran a race in 25:18, which is faster than I ever thought possible for me. I have to admit, that I really enjoy running, and that just sounds so weird. In 5 months of racing my times have been:29:58 (around DIS)27:30 (road)27:46 (beach)26:17 (beach)25:18 (road)I figure that at this rate of improvement I will be breaking world records within the year.
Have a lot of work to do so I will post a quick update.
Ran 4.44 miles today (according to mapmyrun). The nice thing about running longer distances is you get to see parts of your town you have never seen before. The bad thing is it makes it easy to get ... um ... off track. I ran one block off my planned route and ended up on the wrong street that, apparently, does not connect to the cross street I was looking for and ended up somewhat off course.
My well mapped out goal was 4.5 miles in 45 minutes. I managed 4.44 which means my pace is exactly where I thought it would be. I was really surprised when I mapped it out and I had ended up covering just about as much ground as I thought. Granted, I did not get that off track. But, still a pleasant surprise that I have a pretty consistent (i.e. slow ###) pace. Not to mention, it means I don't have to be as religious about my planning. Next goal, assuming I don't set a higher mile target, will be speed and maybe better memory skills.
Also the pleasant surprise was that I was able to run 4.5 miles in one run not in a week or a month or, let's be honest, a year.
Reminder to self to talk about changes in the elevation of the race that I do not have the ability to train for in my relatively flat home town.
Ran 4.44 miles today (according to mapmyrun). The nice thing about running longer distances is you get to see parts of your town you have never seen before. The bad thing is it makes it easy to get ... um ... off track. I ran one block off my planned route and ended up on the wrong street that, apparently, does not connect to the cross street I was looking for and ended up somewhat off course.
My well mapped out goal was 4.5 miles in 45 minutes. I managed 4.44 which means my pace is exactly where I thought it would be. I was really surprised when I mapped it out and I had ended up covering just about as much ground as I thought. Granted, I did not get that off track. But, still a pleasant surprise that I have a pretty consistent (i.e. slow ###) pace. Not to mention, it means I don't have to be as religious about my planning. Next goal, assuming I don't set a higher mile target, will be speed and maybe better memory skills.
Also the pleasant surprise was that I was able to run 4.5 miles in one run not in a week or a month or, let's be honest, a year.
Reminder to self to talk about changes in the elevation of the race that I do not have the ability to train for in my relatively flat home town.
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