Long( and less long runs) 2/19-2/25

[emily_in_nc]

Just another 3-mile treadmill run (+ .75 mile fast walk), but I felt strong today, despite a trainer workout last night. Upped my speed to 5.8 mph too (slow for most but fast for me - up from 5.2 mph a couple of months ago...) I wore my HR monitor for the first time and found that I stayed in zone 2 for the entire run, which was good news -- most was upper zone 2, but I had been afraid I was in zone 3 for most of it, since running feels harder than riding. Fortunately, that was not the case.

Emily

[tattiefritter]

Decided to go out for a short easy run today as I realised I was treating my ankle normally (i.e pushing doors shut with it and bouncing on it). Did a nice easy pace and although I was "aware" of my ankle it didn't hurt at all. The rest of my muscles are all nicely relaxed from the rest and running felt really smooth. Was great to be out even if it was in the rain and cold.

I won't be doing long runs for a while but I'll do a few more 3 milers to judge how my ankle is, then build up to an hours steady running again. Fingers crossed. Found a yoga class I can attend and will be there tonight to get working on my tight calves.

[btchance]

Did a 3mile run this morning - weather was perfect, in the 60s and sunny - what more could you ask for.

[KSH]

Just another 3-mile treadmill run (+ .75 mile fast walk), but I felt strong today, despite a trainer workout last night. Upped my speed to 5.8 mph too (slow for most but fast for me - up from 5.2 mph a couple of months ago...)
Emily

That sounds great Emily! I know when I cruise on the treadmill... I do anywhere from 5.4 to 5.8. In my book, that is NOT slow! It's on the cusp of breathing too hard!

Oddly, I find that I run better and faster outside than I do a treadmill... you might find that as well.

Great run lady! And, I truly believe that cross-training running will make you a stronger cyclist. But I'm not an expert.

[KSH]

Did a 3mile run this morning - weather was perfect, in the 60s and sunny - what more could you ask for.

Sounds heavenly!

This week I have been booked all through lunch, so I haven't been able to run outside. It has been 70-80 here in Dallas! I HATE being inside! I just dream of riding my bike...and getting some running in.

[KSH]

I won't be doing long runs for a while but I'll do a few more 3 milers to judge how my ankle is, then build up to an hours steady running again. Fingers crossed. Found a yoga class I can attend and will be there tonight to get working on my tight calves.

Hey, 3 miles IS FAR to some people. Happy to hear you have been able to run on your ankle.

[Wahine]

You gals are all doing awesome. 3 miles is not insignificant!! Remember, you'e out there doing way more than most people.

As for pace, there's nothing wrong with 5.5 to 5.8 mph. You will tend to run faster outside. 6.0 is a 10 min mile, not bad.

[yellow]

yellow's run this evening. yellow looooooooooves the snow

And yes, those are crazy doggie tracks everywhere. Pika loves the snow, too!

[Wahine]

Beautiful. the scenery and the dog.

[Tri Girl]

Awesome pics, Yellow- although I'm getting chilly just looking at them. Beautiful pup, too!!!

So far I've only run twice this week: two 3 milers. Tomorrow will be 18 (hopefully).

And I'm sooooo glad that the weather is warming up, although with it is coming the wind- today sustained winds of 30-40 mph (with measly 50-60 mph gusts). That's why I'm planning my long run for tomorrow- only 15-25 mph sustained winds predicted.

Snow sure is pretty, but I'm so glad it's gone away (double crossing fingers and toes) for the winter...

Happy running, ladies!!!

[KSH]

Yellow... what beautiful scenery and pup! Oh, and there is no way in HECK I would be running outdoors. You are too hardcore for me.


I ran 3 miles in 34 minutes on a treadmill today. This was after a 1 hour spin class.

The run was slow and I had to work on side cramps the whole time. Deep breathing alone didn't help. I had to keep running hunched over- it was so sad.

[KSH]

And I'm sooooo glad that the weather is warming up, although with it is coming the wind- today sustained winds of 30-40 mph (with measly 50-60 mph gusts). That's why I'm planning my long run for tomorrow- only 15-25 mph sustained winds predicted.

I am in Dallas... and OMG! The WIND! It's crazy.

Between the threat of rain and that wind... I took my workout inside today.

[yellow]

KSH, cold is...what you aren't used to! I'm sure if you lived somewhere colder you'd adapt. But you don't need to where you live now! I just LOVE running when it's in the teens to the 30s, and prefer running on snow to just about any other surface. I'm afraid that when it warms up to your temps I'll have a complete meltdown (physical and mental). We shall see.

I'm actually NOT looking forward to the end of snow for running purposes. Thankfully we're supposed to get a couple more storms this week.

[runner2]

Got 18 miles this week, two easy runs and one day of hill run on the trail.
Keep running!

[btchance]

Did 6.6mi run LSD this morning. Sunny out and warm but 20mph wind. KSH and TriGirl - those winds you gals are having make me glad I'm not in Oklahoma right now! I don't think I could handle it.

Yellow - boy that looks beautiful out there. Hard to run in, but gorgeous. And you're right about adapting - sometimes I feel so soft in regards to the weather I'll workout in compared to when I was in OK. People change!