Another nice long run for me while keeping my HR down...average of 141. I am slowly getting used to running slower then I am used to. It actually feels pretty good and my hamstrings don't complain after either.:D
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Another nice long run for me while keeping my HR down...average of 141. I am slowly getting used to running slower then I am used to. It actually feels pretty good and my hamstrings don't complain after either.:D
Did another 3-mile beach run late yesterday. Hot and hard, still. Hard to believe I ran 5 miles not that long ago, but that was on an overcast, cool morning. Haven't had one of those in quite some time! Pace was a little better than usual for this run at 10:20.
What a week! Shorts on Monday, capris/thermal tops/capilene on Wednesday & Thursday, and shorts/t-shirt this morning! Actually, I was overdressed this morning, as I should have worn a short-sleeves instead of long! I was soaked at the end and was thankful I schlepped a water bottle with me (empty by the time I finished).
Had some back pain starting out the week but it's progressively improved. I think it was mostly due to tight hip flexors. That and being a geezer! Actually, it started last Saturday night when I slept wrong (need a new mattress).
Logged 5.4 on Monday/Wednesday/Thursday and 7 miles today. After my next race (10K on the 29th), I might slowly start adding miles on my long run again.
I'm in a perfect storm of lack of confidence.
The depression and disorientation that always accompany moving for me, on top of taper jitters.
The physiological differences of adjusting to climate and latitude - and trying to get my taper runs done when there's no place I can go without minimum 15% grades, when I haven't run more than a couple of bridges all winter.
The usual taper aches and pains, on top of the residual neck and back trouble from my fall last month.
But I did 14.5 today at a quicker pace than my last long run in spite of the hills (including a couple of probably 20%ers). My new shoes were fine (same model as my old pair, but one of the metatarsal buttons gave me a blister the second time I ran in them, and I repositioned it not knowing either whether the adhesive would hold after having been unstuck once, or whether I'd keep getting blisters). I keep visualizing that finish line clock.
Next year in Boston.
(And sour grapes, with the weather forecast I didn't want to run it this year anyway. :p)
That weather forecast is no laughing matter. They are *very* concerned, especially about the first timers and charity runners. I remember 2004, when several people got really sick and one died. They have cancelled the race because of heat before, but something tells me it won't happen. It's supposed to be 90, and I can barely ride in that, let alone run.
I'll be running at 6 AM.
No, I know it's a real problem. They don't want a repeat of Chicago what was it, two years ago.
I just hope too many deferments don't affect next year's field... though it's early to be worrying about that I know.
Started week 5 of C25K. I went out alone at 6:30 AM, to beat the heat; it was already 61 degrees and about 80% humidity, as it had rained last night, apparently. I didn't set up a new program on my Garmin, just used the pace/time/distance screen (which I can actually see) to track the distance. I did a new route where I ran down my street, into a weird (for this area) neighborhood that is more like a planned community/development in other parts of the country. While it wasn't entirely flat, it was better than doing my last half mile run interval going up a 10% grade.
So, I did 3 half mile runs interspersed with quarter mile walks, plus warm up for 5 minutes. Since I didn't have split times, I don't really know what my average was for the runs, but my overall pace was 11:20, which, I think is pretty good for including the walks.
My right hip always is achy after runs, while my left side hurts from cycling. I am now even today :).
Toasty, sunny, humid 5.4 mile run mid-morning. Starting out, my legs were lead, but I got into a good rhythm. By the time I finished, I was soaked in sweat---streams of it running down my calves!
Ran on the track this morning for the first time in ages. No interesting speed work, I just used it to help me keep a steady (if quick) pace. The 3 miles on the track were at a 7:55 pace, the 3 miles on the streets getting there and back were much slower. It's got me feeling a bit more interested in doing my local high school's 5k this weekend...
It's so odd for me to read about those of you running in heat. I would LOVE some heat to run in. Seriously, I'm always cold and I do just fine in the warm weather, and even when it's hot.
This morning I did 2600 meters in the pool, tossed on my run clothes, then went for a 40 minute run. At 7am it was only 36 degrees. My hands hurt from the cold until at least halfway through the run. Mind you, I'm wearing thermal tights, a craft baselayer, a windstopped jacket and thermal gloves with overmitts. And a hat. And wool socks. <sigh> I don't run without a jacket or vest until it's at least 55 degrees, and it has to be 60 or so before I can run in short sleeves. Even then, I need to carry (and often wear) some light gloves.
As for the run, it kinda sucked. Some days I just don't seem to have any flow.
I went out with basically three purposes today: a short tempo segment, recalibrate my footpod which hadn't been working right at all since I moved it to the new shoes, and test out a fueling setup for the race (Nathan Gel Pak which I love love love, plus my newer Hydrapak soft flask - both of which I've reviewed here).
Bottom line - my footpod was even farther off than I thought; the gel flask worked okay and didn't chafe on this short run, and was a bit more accessible than the hard flask in the same pack; and the pace felt really good. Threw in a few pick-ups on the last segment, yip yip yip. I'm going to test out the flask one more time before I make a final decision on gear. I know the hard flask works in that pack over a half marathon distance anyway, but it's a bit harder to get to.
Then I came home and went through my old training logs, which I should've done already. Turns out the 14.5 I did on Sunday was the same loop I did two weeks out from Columbus marathon in '10. And although it was a little harder this time than I would've liked to have done in a taper, this time I ran it quicker ... by almost the exact difference in pace that I'm going to have to run the race vs. my overall average pace in Columbus, to meet my goal this time. :D :D
This afternoon I'm seeing a new chiropractor (did I mention I hate moving?). The longer this goes on the more I think it's a collarbone that's out, maybe a scapula as well and maybe my sternum. Hopefully she can fix me up. I can race the way I am right now, but it would be so much better if my trachea didn't feel like something was pushing on it and my spine wasn't torqued six ways to Sunday.
I did my three-mile beach run yesterday afternoon and had my fastest time yet. Overal pace of 9:59, which is the first time I've broken a 10-minute mile on this run ever. Just barely, but I'll take it. Temp was 82, strong breeze, some shade saved me, but it was still killer hot.
Wow..I love running in the cooler/cold weather. My body does not do well in the heat at all. In the winters here in CO when I am backcountry ski touring I rarely have a jacket on or a hat. If I do have a hat on it is usualy a baseball cap. Once the temps creep up past 70 I have a harder time with my running.Quote:
Originally Posted by Susan Otcenas
I've gotten so that I can barely stand the snow. For the past three years, Jeff and I, along with some friends and their children, have snowshoed in to a cabin up on the shoulder of Mt. Hood. This year, I begged off. I used my IT band as an excuse, but even if I'd been healthy I don't think I'd have gone. Last year I went, and spent most of my time in the cabin while everyone else played in the snow, built an igloo, etc. I just can't handle the cold any more.Quote:
Originally Posted by solobiker
Sometimes when I go for a run when the temps are in the low 30s, I lose all the circulation in my toes. Sometimes I'll regain it 20-30 minutes in, other times not. It's hard running on numb toes.
I have a very bad case of Raynaud's Disease, which has gotten progressively worse in the past few years. ON Saturday, we rode 52 miles in 60 degees, but I was dressed only in short sleeves. There was a bit of a nip in the air, and for a solid 10 miles, I couldn't feel my toes.
When I retire, I'm moving someplace warm so that I can run & ride all year without fear of losing my toes. (Seriously, my PT warned me that I'm at risk for that, given how often I ride with frozen feet!)
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Originally Posted by Susan Otcenas
I hope I did not offend you with my post...I was not trying to be rude or insulting in any way. I kind of figured you had Raynauds after I read your first sentence. That stinks:( I have worked in the medical field for close to 20 years and have seen it many times.
My thyroid has been messed up for many years...over 20 years so when the Dr. starts messing with my medication I have a very hard time regulating my body temp( more so when it is hot/warm out..I get very nauseous). I guess it is a good thing that everyone is not the same otherwise we would all be trying to live in the same area. :)
Once again...sorry if my post came across as insensitive because it was not meant that way all.
I do much better in the cold, although I haven't run seriously in anything lower than 34 or so (I'm usually x country skiing).
Two years ago, I went for a 4 mile run on a beautiful, dry, clear New England day. I seriously thought I was going to faint when I got back to my car. It was 73 out, perfect. I felt sick the rest of the day. I get the same issue when I run on my treadmill at home and forget to put the room AC on or open a window.
Somehow, I've managed to acclimate myself to riding in hotter weather, but I still hate it. And, I have to build up slowly. Yesterday, it was about 84 when I rode, fast for me, and I ended up with the same symptoms, although a little soft serve ice cream made it better.
I think it has to do with the fact I lived in climate controlled cities for 23 years and never did anything outside, except sit my azz in the pool when it was 110.
I have a touch of Raynaud's, but with the wind chill it affects me much more on the bike than it does running. I'll wear shoe covers up to nearly 70°F ... and short sleeves with no arm warmers at 60°? Forget about it. My main issue with the cold and running is motivation. As I've said before, when I'm already freezing, it's a huge act of will to take off whatever I'm wearing (usually two or three layers of wool!) and put on freezing cold running gear.
If I'm acclimated I don't mind heat. But it definitely slows me down. And in the last couple of years, temperatures have been so variable that it hasn't been possible to acclimate to heat.
Oh my goodness, heck no! :) I didn't mean to give that impression at all!Quote:
Originally Posted by solobiker
I'm always amused at the different conditions we are all accustomed to and what we each consider hot or cold. Was talking to a gal in San Diego yesterday who says she considers it cold when it's below 60. I'm sure she does, but golly, that's a heat wave here! :D
I consider anything below 60 cold for sure -- even before I moved to Belize! :D But for running, I do best in 55-70 degrees. Not going to see that very often here. I think we've been below 70 about 5 times in as many months, if that, and never below 66.Quote:
Originally Posted by Susan Otcenas
3 mile run today. It was a little to humid for my comfort level. I think it was at about 20% and 68 degrees.
I find that clouds and wind make a lot of difference in how I perceive the temperature. Low 60's, bright sun, and no wind has me riding in a sleeveless jersey and bike shorts. Throw in clouds and wind at the same temperature and I'm wearing a short sleeve jersey, capris, and a light weight, wool, pullover sweater on the same ride.
I dress even lighter for running but I'm still figuring out what to wear at what temperature. Right now I'm wearing a short sleeve running shirt and capris when it's mid 40's and sunny and I still get too warm.
Interestingly enough, I can also ride 90 degree temps without tooooo much discomfort.
I'm cold blooded when I'm not exercising. Like Oakleaf, I love my wool and hate to take it off to put on cold exercise clothes. I'm fine once I get moving.
I skipped my run today. I was supposed to do a bike/run brick (hour bike/40 min run) but my IT band has been more tense this week. I could feel the tension building on my bike and decided it might be prudent to give it a rest today. I almost never skip a workout, but I decided that I would let caution prevail today. I'm so tired of being injured!! :mad:
Wow, Artista, you are one of those people that amaze me when I see them running at 40 degrees in a short sleeved shirt.
I'd be wearing capris, with a light weight wool base layer and a regular long sleeved jersey. If it was upper forties, maybe a short sleeved Craft base layer.
I had a lot of trouble adjusting to figuring out what to wear running. I was always too hot, since I was dressing like a cyclist. Fifties are the hardest for me, for running. Can't wear shorts or short sleeves, so capris and LS jerseys, but I often end up pushing the sleeves up, near the end.
I was born and raised in the north east which is a far more humid environment then out here in CO. 40 back there is colder to me then 40 out here. It is quite nice.:) I too run in a short sleeved shirt once the temps get into the 40s.Quote:
Originally Posted by Crankin
I know...I used to be amazed, too, when I saw people running in next to nothing in 40 degree temps. But, now I break out in a sweat just reading about the layers that other TE members are wearing.Quote:
Originally Posted by Crankin
I did two 9 minute runs today with a 3 minute walk in between. Actually, I had to take 45 second walk break during the first 9 minute run. The "out" portion of my run is vaguely uphill, (nothing like Crankin's 10% hills), and my hamstrings get really tired. Coming back was no problem though. A 20 minute run may be just around the corner:eek::eek::D
20% humidity is too high?? Is that a typo? I thought that was desert-like?Quote:
Originally Posted by solobiker
Our humidity here is between 65-80% typically. Urgh! But we did have a cooler, rainy, overcast day at long last. By cooler, I mean 79 degrees (with a breeze) instead of 80s (with sunshine). It was very humid, but I was thrilled with the clouds and ever-so-slightly cooler temperature. Thanks to this gift from Mother Nature, I managed a 4 mile beach run for the first time in several weeks. My pace was the best for this distance I've had -- 10:25.
I was absolutely drenched when I finished, but it was the best run I've had for awhile, so I'll take it!
I like running in the cold. Actually, I'm just happy to be running again, so I'm willing to endure less-than-ideal weather to get outside and run! Yesterday, I ran 5.5 miles in intermittent drizzle/light rain. It was much cooler than Monday (in the 50s), with a brisk breeze. Warmed up after a couple miles and worked up a good sweat.
Susan---I'm always freezing when I get out of the pool. Where I swim, they keep the water at around 81 degrees and even though I'm fine after the first length, I'm freezing cold the moment I stop swimming. Somedays, I'm still cold after I shower/dress.
I didn't "run" today, but I went to my fitness class; it's hard enough as it is, but today, she had us go outside.
We had to run around the cul-de-sac outside the gym twice, do a bunch of push ups and planks using the curb and rocks for leverage, and then run 2-3 times around again and back inside.
I was running with the 2 women I know are real runners; they do tris and 10Ks, halfs. When I looked back, everyone else was way behind us.
:)
Our pool is really warm. 85-ish. Which is good for me as I find most pools to be intolerably cold. I'm not cold when I get out. But I think I'm generally in a bit of a calorie hole by the time i get to the run. I generally only have a piece of fruit before my swim, then another 100 calories before the run, so this may contribute to why I feel cold running after swimming. Also, my hair is generally wet at that point.Quote:
Originally Posted by Selkie
Then again, I'm always cold, so while the wet head and calorie deficit might have contributed this week, it's not the basis for the problem. I'm just a walking (running) human popsicle! :D
Past 3 mornings have been in the upper 40's and damp when I run-- love it! Today, I wore shorts, short-sleeved shirt, and warm wool mittens and socks. Looks funny but I'm comfortable. It was 5 miles, and for about a mile of it I was running with another woman I just happened to meet out there. Nice! and chatting helped me keep the speed down...
Yes...it is desert like. There were many times this winter when it was in the single digits..6%-9%. I can always tell when a storm is coming because I notice the change in humidity.:) And yes..it was 20 %...we ended up getting a little rain later on in the day.Quote:
Originally Posted by emily_in_nc
Got in my usual 5.4 mile run yesterday morning. Felt pretty energetic, even after a decent swim before work. Treat: saw a little deer waking up from its nap.
I did a relatively relaxed run up to the intersection and back for about 5 miles and I got a bonus too: a mama fox and her kits! I was so happy to see them since I haven't seen a live fox in two or three years (just a few road kill :(). I wouldn't even have noticed if mama hadn't snarled when I passed. The fuzzy little kits scrambled up the bank for cover while mom stood her ground and stared at me to let me know what would happen if I even looked at her babies crosswise.
It's going to be hot today - 66 degrees when I ran at 4:45 this morning. It was a nice, relaxed three miler. But I was pleasantly surprised with how speedy my pace was with my heart rate so low.
Veronica
How cute! I have seen many a solitary fox, but never kits!Quote:
Originally Posted by OakLeaf
Oak, is your marathon this weekend???
If so, have an awesome run! :D
Next weekend. Thanks. The good news is I found an awesome chiropractor who did an incredibly thorough exam and history today and she is going to adjust me Monday, Tuesday AND Wednesday to get me straightened up for next Saturday. :)
Well, that's good news! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by OakLeaf
Veronica
Got in a nice 70 min run this morning. I am not sure how many miles I ran because I am running a slower pace then usualy to train my aerobic system better. My average HR was 143 with a max of 157. Whoops.:) The run felt great and I could not have asked for better weather..temps in the upper 50s and sunny. I was able to wear shorts and a long sleeve shirt. :D
I ran two continual miles today! Shh...I skipped one of the days on the C25K plan, as I have only been running 2 days a week, instead of 3. I feel good, so I decided to go for it.
It's humid and about 70 degrees, so I ran on flat ground, around Concord center. DH came with me, as he has a case of saddle sores for the first time in years and wants them to heal more before he rides again. So, I would say my pace was between 9:13 and 10:20, which was good. I tried to go slower, as I just don't do well in warm weather. Also, I took one of my bottles from my Nathan pack and held it. DH ran behind me and had the Garmin, which was acting up.
I was ready to quit near the end, but, on to week 6.