For Joggers and Runners

alexri · 07-28-2012, 10:46 AM

So glad to see this thread. I'd love to connect with other walkers, runners, and racers, from 5K to ultras.

I had a 24 hr race this weekend, and it was so crappy I dropped down to just the marathon division. Hated it- it was a boring loop course.

I think I only have 5 half marathons, 4 full and 1 ultra left this year.

starryeyes · 07-28-2012, 11:04 AM

What's a 24 hour race? Was it a loop on a track?

Nice to meet you :-))

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Originally Posted by alexri

So glad to see this thread. I'd love to connect with other walkers, runners, and racers, from 5K to ultras.

I had a 24 hr race this weekend, and it was so crappy I dropped down to just the marathon division. Hated it- it was a boring loop course.

I think I only have 5 half marathons, 4 full and 1 ultra left this year.

alexri · 08-10-2012, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by starryeyes

What's a 24 hour race? Was it a loop on a track?

Nice to meet you :-))

Nice to meet you too!! Sorry I didn't respond sooner. It was a 3.1 mile loop around a lake, with a little approx mile out and back that we did at the beginning to even out the miles, and you could choose to stop after you finished a marathon. 8 loops was a marathon, 10 was a 50K. Or you could go as much as you wanted for 12 hrs or 24 hrs.

I will never do an overnight race that starts at night and goes into the next night again. I consider one that starts in the morning and ends the next morning. I was totally zonked.

sylvie · 08-12-2012, 10:21 AM

Morning Runners!

Went for my morning run this morning again, i am doing close to 4k here on the trails and main road of the resort..Fresh air, beautiful scenery, and a big 'ol smile, gosh the feeling of a run just sets me up for an awesome day all around!

When i arrived here in Oregon, i got super spoiled with some new running gear from my Daddy..It makes such a huge difference, having clothes on designed for running.. Got myself a new water bottle belt, too before travelling here. Having water on me definitely helps push me further, not sure how i did it so long without one, especially since i dehydrate so quickly without running even.

TexasCowboi, i completely get what you are saying as far as nutrition goes.. That is something i am just learning myself. On days when i am not so great to myself eatingwise, i feel like the energy is sucked right out of me. It definitely is important to have a healthy eating plan, lots of hydration and a lot of good rest. That is something i had a hard time adjusting to, the proper rest.

tazz · 08-12-2012, 10:26 AM

i am so excited i found this thread!!

tuesday this week will be my 6.5 mile run.
currently, i am training for my 1st half marathon next year. as well as my 1st duathlon.

stephfromMIT · 08-16-2012, 12:42 PM

She's prefers to run barefoot. (better form/just being contrarian) She runs 10 miles 3x/wk. Also runs a weekly race near us. (5 miles, approx. 5:30/mi) Also runs major local races.

alexri · 08-25-2012, 05:21 AM

Ugh. At the Rock N Roll Providence Half Marathon last Sunday, I was on my way to PR, and then the course hit this sudden, steep, sharp downhill with a curve, and I felt this pain in my right knee I have never felt before. I had to walk down the hill, and then tried to run again afterwards in a flat section. I made it a while but the hurting came back around mile 10. I had to stop at two medical stations for biofreeze, ice and a quick massage just so I could walk through the last mile and a half. I've been stretching, rolling, etc. like a madman trying to get this better.

Terrified I did something. Seeing the doctor on Monday just to be sure. I am guessing IT band since I felt it in my hip later.

I so cannot get hurt. I am *supposed* to be doing a 18-20 mile long run tomorrow to get ready for next month's races. It may just be a slow shuffle.

Angeltoes · 11-05-2012, 12:10 PM

I'm in no way a competitive runner, but it definitely wakes me up and starts the day off right if I can run for a mile or 2 in the morning. I've been keeping to that lately. The problem is staying motivated when it's freezing and dark on winter mornings. We've had an Indian Summer this year, but next week it may snow and I don't handle the cold well. I'll need to replace running with some indoor cardio activity at the Y. I can't stand freezing!

MissItalianDiva · 11-05-2012, 12:14 PM

I am an odd duck but for me personally I love running or jogging in the frigid air. Just makes me feel even more driven. Getting out there and just running from it all...an escape of sorts.

Angeltoes · 11-05-2012, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by MissItalianDiva

I am an odd duck but for me personally I love running or jogging in the frigid air. Just makes me feel even more driven. Getting out there and just running from it all...an escape of sorts.

I think I need you to run next to me and tell me to quit my cryin'

sylvie · 11-05-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MissItalianDiva

I am an odd duck but for me personally I love running or jogging in the frigid air. Just makes me feel even more driven. Getting out there and just running from it all...an escape of sorts.

i love the frigid air as well.. The only thing i have problems with are the snow and ice.. If we had proper street cleaning, i would be all over it indeed.

i completely agree with the escape, it's been very much that for me as well.
i love running off a stressful or emotional day!

Dominique · 07-29-2012, 12:08 PM

[QUOTE=alexri;622434]I had a 24 hr race this weekend, and it was so crappy I dropped down to just the marathon division. Hated it- it was a boring loop course.

[QUOTE]

Do you mean a run all night race? Where your team is a car/ mini van what ever and you take turns running- sleeping- driving as long as someone is running the entire time?

I did one of these once (with total strangers) 48 hours of running between 6 people and the car was a ford torino station wagon. Did I spell torino correctly? It was weird at first, but the longer we got into the race, we *bonded* and running through the night was the best part. I think it was a two hundred mile race.

For those that do not have any idea what I am talking about, you do not actually sleep...you catch a nap here and there.....here is a link

http://breakingmuscle.com/sports/run...r-relay-series

sylvie · 08-05-2012, 07:28 PM

Hi Runners,

On Wednesday, i accomplished another 5k practice run, SO proud of myself.
No stops, which i am so happy for, and we did it in 46 mins, along with 2 Bentley's (hills....BIG hills...) Normally the ones who are trained on hills do 10 Bentley's, however, i'm only training distance at this point and time and knowing i could successfully run 2 Bentley's made me a very, very happy girl.

It was a great run, and the best part was that the girl who manages the Running Room here, ran with me and gave me so many pointers and helped me with my form.. When i woke the next morning, i felt that *feel good* soreness, but nothing felt pulled or too sore.. In fact, i felt wonderful!

While i know i still have a long ways to go in training, i love feeling the accomplishment and progress.. Runner's high! AND, this week is the first time i could say with pride that i am a runner, finally feeling that confidence!

How are you all doing?

TexasCowboi · 08-05-2012, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by sylvie

Hi Runners,

On Wednesday, i accomplished another 5k practice run, SO proud of myself.
No stops, which i am so happy for, and we did it in 46 mins, along with 2 Bentley's (hills....BIG hills...) Normally the ones who are trained on hills do 10 Bentley's, however, i'm only training distance at this point and time and knowing i could successfully run 2 Bentley's made me a very, very happy girl.

It was a great run, and the best part was that the girl who manages the Running Room here, ran with me and gave me so many pointers and helped me with my form.. When i woke the next morning, i felt that *feel good* soreness, but nothing felt pulled or too sore.. In fact, i felt wonderful!

While i know i still have a long ways to go in training, i love feeling the accomplishment and progress.. Runner's high! AND, this week is the first time i could say with pride that i am a runner, finally feeling that confidence!

How are you all doing?

This is AWESOME!!!!.......

I've been off the running wagon for a few months....tried to do too much for my last 5k.... ran one of my better times..... but I burned myself out in the process........ Right now, I'm working on the nutrition part of things so I'll have "fuel in my tank" for my next 5k and mud run...... I'm set to do a half marathon in October so this will be interesting...

Anyone out there who might have something to say about the nutrition part of running..... feel free to share..... I'd welcome any suggestions....

Rockinonahigh · 08-05-2012, 10:23 PM

Every sence I had my back worked on I have been doing more and more of the things I use to do and do them well.With the exception of jogging or running,this evening it was fairly cool hear because of the very cloudy day,so I was out in the front yard and out of the blue I desided to give it a go.I am impressed I managed to go as far as I did,about a block and a half,the jogged up and down my drive way that has a good slant to it so it will work your leggs.Now I can add some jogging and build up to runing,I am glad I shure missed doing that.

alexri · 08-10-2012, 08:23 AM

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Do you mean a run all night race? Where your team is a car/ mini van what ever and you take turns running- sleeping- driving as long as someone is running the entire time?

Oh no, it was just you, yourself, doing as much as you can in 24 hrs. Overnight you wear a headlamp so cars can see you and you can see the road. Google "24 Hour the Lake" in Massachusetts. I went with a couple of friends. You can set up your own aide station/canopy to eat/sleep. We shared a tent and took turns napping. Definitely will never do this race again. The roads we were on were actually cement sidewalks, which killed my knees. I was totally unprepared for the extreme humidity, I didn't get enough rest, I didn't hydrate enough. Lesson learned.

I actually prefer 12 hr timed races if I'm going to do a timed one, because I can still bang out a marathon distance and stop and rest if I need to if I am having a bad day. My favorite 12 hr race is the Mind the Ducks 12 hr in Rochester, NY in May. The RD is awesome.

Been kinda draggy for me lately with all this humidity... next race is Rock N Roll Providence 1/2 Marathon next Sunday... then I am off until September.

08-12-2012, 10:21 AM	#4
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08-25-2012, 05:21 AM	#7
alexri Member How Do You Identify?: - Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: - Posts: 549 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,209 Thanked 2,799 Times in 468 Posts Rep Power: 21474850	Ouch Ugh. At the Rock N Roll Providence Half Marathon last Sunday, I was on my way to PR, and then the course hit this sudden, steep, sharp downhill with a curve, and I felt this pain in my right knee I have never felt before. I had to walk down the hill, and then tried to run again afterwards in a flat section. I made it a while but the hurting came back around mile 10. I had to stop at two medical stations for biofreeze, ice and a quick massage just so I could walk through the last mile and a half. I've been stretching, rolling, etc. like a madman trying to get this better. Terrified I did something. Seeing the doctor on Monday just to be sure. I am guessing IT band since I felt it in my hip later. I so cannot get hurt. I am supposed to be doing a 18-20 mile long run tomorrow to get ready for next month's races. It may just be a slow shuffle.

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07-28-2012, 10:46 AM	#1
alexri Member How Do You Identify?: - Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: - Posts: 549 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,209 Thanked 2,799 Times in 468 Posts Rep Power: 21474850	So glad to see this thread. I'd love to connect with other walkers, runners, and racers, from 5K to ultras. I had a 24 hr race this weekend, and it was so crappy I dropped down to just the marathon division. Hated it- it was a boring loop course. I think I only have 5 half marathons, 4 full and 1 ultra left this year.

11-05-2012, 12:14 PM	#9
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07-29-2012, 12:08 PM	#12
Dominique Member How Do You Identify?: Female/Lesbian/half the athlete I used to be Preferred Pronoun?: she/her Relationship Status: Dates Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: So proud to be a Pittsburgher Posts: 1,484 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,645 Thanked 3,730 Times in 1,166 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	[QUOTE=alexri;622434]I had a 24 hr race this weekend, and it was so crappy I dropped down to just the marathon division. Hated it- it was a boring loop course. [QUOTE] Do you mean a run all night race? Where your team is a car/ mini van what ever and you take turns running- sleeping- driving as long as someone is running the entire time? I did one of these once (with total strangers) 48 hours of running between 6 people and the car was a ford torino station wagon. Did I spell torino correctly? It was weird at first, but the longer we got into the race, we bonded and running through the night was the best part. I think it was a two hundred mile race. For those that do not have any idea what I am talking about, you do not actually sleep...you catch a nap here and there.....here is a link http://breakingmuscle.com/sports/run...r-relay-series __________________ As long as there was coffee in the world, how bad could things be??

08-05-2012, 07:28 PM	#13
sylvie Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Mr Mtn's babygirl Preferred Pronoun?: girly, she Relationship Status: fiercely protected ♥ Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Moving home in OR with Him VERY soooon !! Posts: 2,548 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,834 Thanked 7,501 Times in 1,850 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	Hi Runners, On Wednesday, i accomplished another 5k practice run, SO proud of myself. No stops, which i am so happy for, and we did it in 46 mins, along with 2 Bentley's (hills....BIG hills...) Normally the ones who are trained on hills do 10 Bentley's, however, i'm only training distance at this point and time and knowing i could successfully run 2 Bentley's made me a very, very happy girl. It was a great run, and the best part was that the girl who manages the Running Room here, ran with me and gave me so many pointers and helped me with my form.. When i woke the next morning, i felt that feel good soreness, but nothing felt pulled or too sore.. In fact, i felt wonderful! While i know i still have a long ways to go in training, i love feeling the accomplishment and progress.. Runner's high! AND, this week is the first time i could say with pride that i am a runner, finally feeling that confidence! How are you all doing? __________________ my Mantra: i am letting go of angers, continuing to find forgiveness, welcoming inner peace & deserving of it all. my facebook weight loss page: http://www.facebook.com/asyllyjourney

08-05-2012, 10:23 PM	#15
Rockinonahigh Senior Member How Do You Identify?: stone butch Preferred Pronoun?: makes no diffrence,I know who I am. Relationship Status: single,maybe looking if the right person comes along. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: shreveport,Louisiana Posts: 4,907 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,682 Thanked 14,933 Times in 3,938 Posts Rep Power: 21474856	Every sence I had my back worked on I have been doing more and more of the things I use to do and do them well.With the exception of jogging or running,this evening it was fairly cool hear because of the very cloudy day,so I was out in the front yard and out of the blue I desided to give it a go.I am impressed I managed to go as far as I did,about a block and a half,the jogged up and down my drive way that has a good slant to it so it will work your leggs.Now I can add some jogging and build up to runing,I am glad I shure missed doing that.