July Running

[jessmarimba]

Did another half this morning. So much better than last time. It was 52 degrees at the start, calling for a 60% chance of rain (it never rained). Rolling hills, more elevation change than last time (between 8,000-8,600 ft) and dirt road almost the whole way. Finished in 2:06:something, good enough for 3rd in my age group (BIG surprise, since most of the AG awards were at least 15-20 minutes faster). But it was a great race for me regardless of place. I think I'm going to sign up for one more rolling half, just so I don't have only uphill races to look forward to!

[yellow]

Congrats, Tri Girl. 27+ miles is FAR! I don't care what anybody says. And it was certainly enough to gave you a taste of the ultra world

I did a nice 22.5 mile trail run yesterday that was only supposed to be 18-20 miles. Darn trail closure. Ran on a trail I hadn't been on since last fall and it was gorgeous. I think hubby and I are going to go back up there again tomorrow (Sunday).

[emily_in_nc]

Bringing this thread back down to the reality for all us short-distance runners (though I have huge respect and admiration for those who can run half marathons on up!):

I ran two miles on the beach today.

Actually, it was a really good thing since I only ran once in June and none and July so far. It's just been so hot! We had a tropical wave come through, bringing down temperatures. This afternoon was breezy, overcast, and cooler, so I felt inspired to run. I'd already done a 2-hour yoga class today so don't usually run on the same day, but it may be another month til we get another day like this, so I took advantage.

[Tri Girl]

I ran two miles on the beach today.

Pictures, or it didn't happen. But no, seriously- you need to upload some more pictures so I can live vicariously through you. Good on ya!
I admire anyone who can run on the beach. I tried that in FL a few years back and I swear I thought I was running in quicksand, it kept sucking me deeper and deeper down.

Yellow- do you run mileage in the 20's every weekend? In the mountains? With such incredible scenery? I am moving into your spare room ASAP!

Surgtech- NICE job on the 2nd week of C25K!!

Jessmarimba- love that you knocked out another half this weekend (like it's no biggie). Way to go!!

[emily_in_nc]

Pictures, or it didn't happen. But no, seriously- you need to upload some more pictures so I can live vicariously through you. Good on ya!
I admire anyone who can run on the beach. I tried that in FL a few years back and I swear I thought I was running in quicksand, it kept sucking me deeper and deeper down.

I'm not big on pictures of myself running -- I am sure I don't look great sweating and wiping my brow. If you're just interested in our life here and photos of various other things we do here, we do have a blog: http://bebelize.weebly.com

Fortunately the beach here has a packed path, so I'm not running in deep, squishy sand. THAT would be an accomplishment. This is more like an unpaved road. So, it's easy going so long as the sun isn't burning down and the temperature is lower. When I ran today it was about 80 degrees (with 80+% humidity). There was a great breeze, though.

[Tri Girl]

oh, I didn't want pictures of you running (although that would be nice), but I wanted pictures of Belize. With your blog- mission accomplished. Thanks for sharing that!

and I'm still impressed with your 2 mile beach run!

[emily_in_nc]

oh, I didn't want pictures of you running (although that would be nice), but I wanted pictures of Belize. With your blog- mission accomplished. Thanks for sharing that!

and I'm still impressed with your 2 mile beach run!

Thanks, Tri Girl -- I misunderstood about the photos, but glad the blog was what you were looking for. Enjoy!

[MojoGrrl]

I had not run since June 18 and I went out yesterday for 5.9 miles (which is longer than I usually run; I usually do 3-4) and my hips are sore! I need to get back into running 2-3x/week.

[emily_in_nc]

I had not run since June 18 and I went out yesterday for 5.9 miles (which is longer than I usually run; I usually do 3-4) and my hips are sore! I need to get back into running 2-3x/week.

I also noticed my hips were really sore on my beach run this week after about the same length layoff. Seemed to get better as the run went on, though. I would love to get back to more regular running, but until the weather cools down a smidge, or unless we get an occasional cooler/rainy day, that isn't going to happen for awhile.

[Tri Girl]

my hips do that too, even when I haven't taken any time off running. Also, on every long run I do- my abs are sore afterward. I guess that's OK that running also gives me an ab workout, but it's just weird (makes me wonder what kind of crazy running form I have that I'm getting an ab workout).

[jessmarimba]

My hips don't get as sore as they used to get, but I've done a LOT of core work to try and correct running pains.

But I get a weid little sore spot on my lower abs - I finally traced it to the pressure of the tied drawstring in my shorts. It's the craziest thing. They're compression shorts anyway so I'm just going to take the string out.

[skhill]

Our heat wave is over! Running is so much more pleasant-- I'm not sweat-soaked withing .5 mile. Did a 5 mile tempo run around the neighborhood park, and I wasn't the only one out there. There was a family (mom, dad, teenage son and daughter) going the opposite direction. First time we met, they were all running together. 2nd time, dad was out front, then kids a bit back, and mom bringing up the rear. 3rd time, dad still out front, then kids walking, and mom gaining on them. Last time I saw them, dad and kids were all walking, and mom was still running... Great fun to watch.