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Ran a 10k - Official Thread (30 Viewers)
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Agh. Frustrating to read this, as that's what I've read has been a major issue with the F3. Was hoping upgrade from my F2 (w chest strap) to F3 (optical) when the F5 is released this quarter and the F3 price presumably drops, but I'm not going to do that with all the negatives about the optical HR reliability on the F3.
That sucks though, because I'm not sure I can stomach the $599 price point on the Fenix 5.
MAC_32
Footballguy
I was happy I read it yesterday. We've had frigid temp's, but we haven't had snow this year like we've had the last 48 hours. It helped me develop a strategy for the week. I'm not going to have a standard week of workouts, but sometimes that's a good thing, especially when you aren't training for a particular race like I am right now. Or prepping for a @SFBayDuck-like all day and night event.FUBAR said:
Btw, you'll be fine. A buddy of mine has done three 100K's over the last 18 months. He's never ran more than 900 miles in a given year. You will probably go out faster than you should and it won't be a pretty last couple/few hours, but since it's just a one mile loop on repeat you will have constant opportunities to adjust without being stuck out in no man's land. Just have fun
FUBAR
Footballguy
I was happy I read it yesterday. We've had frigid temp's, but we haven't had snow this year like we've had the last 48 hours. It helped me develop a strategy for the week. I'm not going to have a standard week of workouts, but sometimes that's a good thing, especially when you aren't training for a particular race like I am right now. Or prepping for a @SFBayDuck-like all day and night event.
Btw, you'll be fine. A buddy of mine has done three 100K's over the last 18 months. He's never ran more than 900 miles in a given year. You will probably go out faster than you should and it won't be a pretty last couple/few hours, but since it's just a one mile loop on repeat you will have constant opportunities to adjust without being stuck out in no man's land. Just have fun
Pretty sure this wouldn't be pretty no matter what. I'm going to try to convince my wife to join me, at least our 8yo for part of the event. Might have to check whether they let family members join in.
Juxtatarot
Footballguy
What were you last winter before Broad St.? You were in great shape then.pbm107 said:
pbm107
Footballguy
Apr 16 224 miles 137 7:59
Mar 16 280 miles 138 7:58
Feb 16 267 miles 140 7:59
Jan 16 251 miles 140 8:11
It will take more time to get in that kind of shape.
SFBayDuck
Footballguy
Yeah, it's a bummer. It happened again today - did hill repeats and looking at it afterward it has my HR in the 70s and 80s the whole time. And I'm not @Juxtatarot, so I know that's not accurate.Agh. Frustrating to read this, as that's what I've read has been a major issue with the F3. Was hoping upgrade from my F2 (w chest strap) to F3 (optical) when the F5 is released this quarter and the F3 price presumably drops, but I'm not going to do that with all the negatives about the optical HR reliability on the F3.
That sucks though, because I'm not sure I can stomach the $599 price point on the Fenix 5.
I've been meaning to reach out to garmin support and see if there's anything I/they can do about it, but as I'm not HR training right now it just hasn't been a high priority on the to-do list. But I would like to have the data to look at trends over time, so it's frustrating.
Those of you that do have other wrist HR devices, I don't hear many complaints so they must work pretty well?
mr. furley
Footballguy
i'm finding that i get the most enjoyment out of adverse weather conditions when running (except excessive wind). maybe it's the break in routine
ran 4 1/2 in a pretty fast paced snowfall last night. it just feels more satisfying somehow.
mr. furley
Footballguy
FUBAR
Footballguy
Nigel
Footballguy
mr. furley
Footballguy
####, i don't doubt any totals anymore
if one of you said you ran from Tennessee to D.C. yesterday i'd probably think "yeah, makes sense"
SFBayDuck
Footballguy
That'd be full Michael Wardian beast mode. And speaking of that - dude just ran 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days, all in under 3:00:00. Oh yeah, then he ran 17 more miles to make it a 200 mile week.
ETA - The new, beefy Ryan Hall was also part of the challenge. Haven't seen the final results but he was in 4th or 5th a few days ago.
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mr. furley
Footballguy
Hang 10
Footballguy
Wardian is my boy. Here's him and I before my 10K last year: https://www.strava.com/activities/540083991
SFBayDuck
Footballguy
Juxtatarot
Footballguy
SFBayDuck
Footballguy
I wouldn't put anything past him, but it so doesn't suit his strengths. He has always fared better at races on "runnable" terrain, and that sure doesn't describe Barkley. Plus, first timers are at a big disadvantage from a navigation standpoint. But I think it's great that Laz let him in.Can't wait to see how he does at Barkley.
I haven't seen the whole list for this year, but I'd bet on either Jamil Coury or Gary Robbins becoming the 18th finisher, and could see both of them getting it done.
mr. furley
Footballguy
http://shoekicker.com/
love this site. just got my next pair of running shoes at a nice discount. my normal replacement cycle always seems to sync up with "the new version just got released/we sold out of last year's..everything is full price". no matter where i look for them.
decided to search a few months in advance of when i normally buy. boom!
love this site. just got my next pair of running shoes at a nice discount. my normal replacement cycle always seems to sync up with "the new version just got released/we sold out of last year's..everything is full price". no matter where i look for them.
decided to search a few months in advance of when i normally buy. boom!
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ChiefD
Footballguy
I bought a pair last year. I have used Mizuno Wave Riders since I started running 4 years ago, but wanted to try something new. I usually get fitted at my local running store, and those two brands were real close to me in terms of feel.
After a month of road work with them, I went back to my Mizunos. The Brooks, for me anyway, seemed like my foot was real loose in them and I felt my stride was all over the place. But I still run in them once in a while for shorter runs just so I don't waste them. But that is just me. I know they are a pretty good shoe.
pbm107
Footballguy
I am a big fan of the Ghost's, currently running in the 8s. I tried the Saucony's over the summer but they made my Achilles sore. Go to your local running store and see what works for you.
Sand
Footballguy
Osaurus
Footballguy
I switched from Asics Nimbus to Brooks Glycerin mostly because of how fast they wore out for me (as a fat###). A lot of lateral stretching and felt like after a few months they were trashed. My Books on the other hand feel a little tighter (awesome) and even the first pair I've had since early Fall are still good to go with many races on them (although they now live in my car and use them for walks 
). I agree with others. Go get fitted at a store.
). I agree with others. Go get fitted at a store.
SFBayDuck
Footballguy
195.4 this morning, down about 10 pounds from mid-December. Twenty more to go by the 24th of June.
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SteelCurtain
Footballguy
Yes. I run in these and I like them. I over pronate as well if that helps.Annyong said:
SFBayDuck
Footballguy
Timely excerpt from Jason Koop's book on the "minimum maximum" volume you need during peak training weeks for ultras.I was happy I read it yesterday. We've had frigid temp's, but we haven't had snow this year like we've had the last 48 hours. It helped me develop a strategy for the week. I'm not going to have a standard week of workouts, but sometimes that's a good thing, especially when you aren't training for a particular race like I am right now. Or prepping for a @SFBayDuck-like all day and night event.
Btw, you'll be fine. A buddy of mine has done three 100K's over the last 18 months. He's never ran more than 900 miles in a given year. You will probably go out faster than you should and it won't be a pretty last couple/few hours, but since it's just a one mile loop on repeat you will have constant opportunities to adjust without being stuck out in no man's land. Just have fun
@FUBAR, you'll be fine.
mr. furley
Footballguy
tri-man 47
Footballguy
2,000 yard swim last night (4 x 500 w/30 second rest). Longest swim workout in, maybe, 10 years? Pace stayed steady (though not great) throughout. 
2Young2BBald
Footbaldguy
The only negatives are the dim screen (I have the original) and the low-ish battery life. Other than these, its a perfect multi sport device. The ability to pull down apps is awesome for different sports (I have an app for kayaking and paddle boarding). I have found the GPS as active as my 310 & 910XT and actually think it does a better job of swim tracking than both as well. Having been injured with three different things for over 2-years, its been great for tracking walks, elliptical, kayak, etc. Plus it tracks steps and sleep way better than the fitbit I had. I'd love to have the new one with the HR monitor built in, but the one I have works fine (and having 2 kids in college is a sucking drain on the wallet).
beer 30
Footballguy
Obligatory drive-by in case you nuts haven't already wasted 4 pages of discussion on it: Patriots Day is worth the watch. Fantastic movie. I remember following along with you all that day and asking tons of questions that didn't have answers. This movie does a good job of filling some blanks.
Back to regularly scheduled running/swimming/biking/extreme sporting drivel...
Back to regularly scheduled running/swimming/biking/extreme sporting drivel...
SteelCurtain
Footballguy
tri-man 47
Footballguy
Brony
Footballguy
My running doc wanted me to start doing daily runs, so I did back to back ~4 mile days on Tues and Wed. Felt OK after Wed's run. 3 hours later, I'm at work just walking up 1 flight of stairs. *BINK* Hammy pull in my right leg in the usual culprit spot. Grrrrrr. Wasn't major pull, but still very reminiscent of the same old probs at the same running durations. very frustrating after a few weeks of optimism.
prosopis
Arizona Chupacabra
I am going on the record as saying I did not like it. I had a freaking anxiety attack and about 20 mins into the film I wanted to leave. We were in one of those theaters that serves drinks and food so I stuck it out for my wife. When we left my clothes were soaked through with sweat and I was a mess. I have purposely avoided 99% of news for several years. It just causes me to much anxiety. Watching this film reminded me why I dont watch news very often. Mentally I cant handle people being so mean to each other.
In case anyone is wondering I received 0 sympathy from my wife that night.
prosopis
Arizona Chupacabra
I tried a trail run this morning. Going up was slow as I was trying to keep my HR 150-155. Coming down I had a hard time getting my HR to 150. To many rocks and obstacles to worry about to really let loose going down. I had fun though. It was a beautiful day out there.
Juxtatarot
Footballguy
Now is when your running doc earns his money! Hopefully you can get past this.Brony said:
FUBAR
Footballguy
That sucks brony
Was all set to go 10 this morning and make it a 70 mile well but woke up at 1, then 2, then 330, then every half hour or so with nasty ####. Not diarrhea but bad stomach cramps and pure nastiness. So it's a rest day, legs probably needed it anyway. Feel better now so 15 tomorrow (I hope)
Was all set to go 10 this morning and make it a 70 mile well but woke up at 1, then 2, then 330, then every half hour or so with nasty ####. Not diarrhea but bad stomach cramps and pure nastiness. So it's a rest day, legs probably needed it anyway. Feel better now so 15 tomorrow (I hope)
SFBayDuck
Footballguy
Body knows best. We get in trouble when we ignore what it's saying in order to hit arbitrary goals. You're playing the long game, you've got a 100M to run this year!
