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PirateLover
02-20-2013, 10:10 PM
Mods, please feel free to move or change, but I didn't see a thread dedicated solely to training. Some of us were starting to write about it in the main Meet thread, but I thought it might be better to start a new one so that doesn't get too muddled with other things.

Well, what do I mean? I think it would be fun for people who are planning to do the 5K, or any of the runs for that matter to check in here from time to time and give encouragement to each other. If someone has hit a plateau maybe someone on here would have advice, etc.
You can check in weekly, daily, however often you want! I know I would really appreciate if people would get involved with this, as I really don't have anyone at home. DH says he's going to do it, but I'm already into my 7th week of C25k and so far he isn't showing the initiative.

My problem is my feet. I no longer can complete the program as scheduled because of the pain in my feet which then radiates to my ankles and shins. Luckily I was selected to particapte in a market survey that paid me $100. I won't get the check for another month but now I feel good about spending some money at Fleet Feet. I plan to head there tomorrow.

How are the rest of you doing? Have you trained in the past or are you a newbie like me? What has been easy? What has been hard?

Dopey's Girl
02-20-2013, 10:50 PM
Great idea! I need all the encouragement I can get! This meet is totally my motivation to hit the gym!

I'm training for the 5k. So far it's going pretty well. I'm using the couch to 5k app, and I really like it so far. I'm a total newbie. I have wanted to lose some weight for a while, so this is awesome.

I am struggling with a blister right now. Two nights ago I wore the wrong socks to the gym and my new running shoes, which I love, rubbed the back of my ankle. The blister burst and running tonight was very painful. I'm soaking it now, and will have to find a better method for protecting it tomorrow.

BrerGnat
02-21-2013, 07:56 AM
Good idea starting this thread!

Maryanne, first of all, good job on completing the first 7 weeks of C25K! That's awesome! Don't get discouraged. Injuries and/or pain can sideline you, but I encourage you to fix it now before it gets worse!

Get thee to Fleet Feet, stat! :)

Shin, ankle, and foot pain are very common while running, especially if you are new at it. It's often to blame on the wrong shoes, so hopefully, you will be able to find some that work better for you.

Often, if this type of pain is minor, you just need to "power through" it. I get pains from time to time, and the only thing I can blame it on is the weather, because I get the pains some days running and not others! :confused: Seriously, the other day, I ran the same 3.5 miles I have been running for years, except everything in both legs ached and ached the whole time! I ran yesterday and had none of that. Us women can often blame hormones as well. :rolleyes:

Take a couple days off, do some good stretching (including stretching your feet!), and try again with some new shoes.

BriarRose0708
02-21-2013, 09:22 AM
Great thread Maryanne!

My goal is to run Goofy, so my training program has been just running nonstop. In fact, I'm on my treadmilldesk as I type this.





J/K! I am planning on running just the half marathon but haven't started any half training programs just yet. I need to work up my running baseline first before I can even think about a long run. Right now I've been averaging 5k distance on the treadmill with an average time of 40 minutes, trying to keep my pace to 12:30/mile with a couple of walk breaks. If my legs feel good I'll try for 4.5 miles but no more as I want to avoid injury as much as possible. Somewhere around mile 2 I start to get tired and have to dig deep for the extra energy or take a longer walk break than I normally would.

I went to Fleet Feet a couple weeks ago and am in love with the shoes I got there. I am still fighting blisters each time I run but they are getting better. I have found that using a couple strips of athletic tape in the areas where my feet rub against some stitching have helped reduce the blisters from swelling up and bursting. I learned from 20 years of ballet that blisters are a pain (literally!) but once they heal and callus over you'll find it's not a problem. Proper socks are definitely key- I got some on sale at Target called Duo Dry something.

clausjo
02-21-2013, 10:56 AM
This is a great thread!

I did the Wine & Dine in November and that was my first running experience. I would really recommend the trainings that are on the runDisney website. They really helped me with keeping on schedule and not injuring myself. Unfortunately, I haven't done much since then, but I'm planning on getting started again this weekend.

I was slow, 15 minute mile, but I finished and wasn't last so I met both of my goals! I was so much fun and I'm looking forward to doing it again.

Good luck everyone!

cer
02-21-2013, 11:14 AM
The right socks changed my run-life forever.

I wear "Feetures" - Love them, but they are not inexpensive - I can usually expect to pay $12/pair. I like the light cushion ones, but they have all kinds. My husband wears Balega's and those work well for him.

For blisters/hot-spots the best thing for me is to keep them from forming. On a runners website someone recommended Flexitol Heel Balm. I put that on my toes, all over my feet where I might get blisters, really. It is good for not only keeping away blisters, but keeping your feet nice and soft. I don't use it all the time (but would if I needed it), and when I use it on long runs, I just use a little. It works really well for me.

If I don't do the heel balm, I use Body Glide on my feet - the solid kind like a deodorant stick- not the tube. It works well, too!

Now this works for me, but if I get blisters, it is usually on my toes, never had problems on the bottoms of my feet or heels - so I know it helps with toe blisters not sure about blisters other places as I never get hot spots there (maybe that's why!).

If I already have a blister, I use moleskin to protect it, it does the trick for me.

Good luck to all of you!

A little about my running history....
I ran my very first mile without stopping on February 25, 2012 at age 41.
Last Race: WDW Marathon Jan 2013 - My first Marathon - I did it!
Next Race: Austin Capital 10K April 7, 2013 - Y'all come on out, it's a great time!
Training for: Goofy 2014

PirateLover
02-21-2013, 07:14 PM
Went to Fleet Feet today! They didn't have the treadmill at my local one, but the gentleman helping me out had me walk around the store in my socks to evaluate my gait. I tried on 3 different pairs of shoes- Brooks, Saucony, and Asics. None of these really passed my "ugly" test that I mentioned in the other thread, but the Saucony pair was the cutest with some hot pink and yellow; unfortunately they didn't feel supportive enough. The Brooks pair just didn't fit right. One size was too snug and the next size too roomy. I went with the Asics. I could definitely feel the difference. He tried to sell me on some inserts and said they recommend everyone use some kind of insert. I wasn't ready to spend another $40 so I figured I'd just use Dr. Scholl's I had bought for my old sneaks. Big mistake! More on that later...



I am struggling with a blister right now. Two nights ago I wore the wrong socks to the gym and my new running shoes, which I love, rubbed the back of my ankle. The blister burst and running tonight was very painful. I'm soaking it now, and will have to find a better method for protecting it tomorrow.
Cer gave some great blister advice. Take it seriously! My friend thought she was taking care of a blister but it was on a high impact area of her foot, and continuing to run on it became so painful she had to go to the dr. She had rubbed away almost 2 layers of skin! :sick:



Shin, ankle, and foot pain are very common while running, especially if you are new at it. It's often to blame on the wrong shoes, so hopefully, you will be able to find some that work better for you.

Often, if this type of pain is minor, you just need to "power through" it.
Thanks! As I alluded to earlier, I had a LOT of pain today. 5 minutes into running my left instep area was throbbing. Something told me to pull out those darn inserts, and once I did it was discomfort that I was able to "power through" as you said. Good to know that it's OK to have good days and bad. As the saying goes: "No pain, no gain!"


Great thread Maryanne!

My goal is to run Goofy, so my training program has been just running nonstop. In fact, I'm on my treadmilldesk as I type this.
You had me for a sec! :D


Proper socks are definitely key- I got some on sale at Target called Duo Dry something.

The right socks changed my run-life forever.

I wear "Feetures" - Love them, but they are not inexpensive - I can usually expect to pay $12/pair. I like the light cushion ones, but they have all kinds. My husband wears Balega's and those work well for him.

I feel very lucky that I haven't had any issues with blisters yet! I bought a pair of Balega's at Fleet Feet to try them out. $11-$12 for ONE pair of socks is hard to stomach for my tight budget. I wore them on my run today and while I really did like them, they didn't feel THAT much better than my Target socks.



I was slow, 15 minute mile, but I finished and wasn't last so I met both of my goals! I was so much fun and I'm looking forward to doing it again.

Those are pretty much my goals! Finish, don't be dead last, and have fun. But even if you finish last... a finish is a finish in my eyes!

BrerGnat
02-22-2013, 08:00 AM
Maryanne, ALL running shoes are ugly, so get over it. ;)

Glad you found a good pair. I use Asics too and I love them, but my newest pair has a spot that is hurting me every time the forefoot flexes. Grrr...hope it just needs to be broken in.

I did have to also use inserts for several months back when I was suffering from Plantar Fascitis. I think the Dr. Scholl's are fine. I used the ones marked for "heel pain" and they were great. DH still uses those since he has recurring PF. We get them at Target for about $10 and they last a good 6 months.

I also use dry wick socks with a support band around the instep. Love these! If I don't use them, I get blisters.

NewDVCowner
02-22-2013, 11:40 AM
Good morning, thought I'd jump in here.

I registered to run the Disneyland Half in September and have been working on the training for that. I actually started LAST September with the couch to 5 k program and am currently working on the 5k to 10k program that the company also put out. I'm only two weeks in but feel pretty good. I made out a calender that I put up right next to my front door that has the running schedule on it. It helps me keep focused on what I'm doing, and I have star sitckers that I put on it for each day I do the training. I was flipping through it last weekend and actually thought 'you know, I think this is very doable.' I missed my run yesterday because of work problems. I've been resisting getting up early to do my runs in the morning but may start thinking about it because I have a feeling that work issues will become a good excuse to skip runs. If I get them in first thing in the morning then anything that happens in the course of the day won't make me skip it. I'm going to do my run tonight to get back on my schedule.

I'm thinking of doing the Wine and Dine this year but there have been some complications with scheduling and may not be able to make it. I haven't cancled the hotel room yet, and hope things will work out.

Last year I would have laughed in your face if you told me that I'd be working to run a half marathon (or run anything, really). But have really worked on getting healthy. I joined weight watchers in June and have lost 51 pounds (still have another fifteen to reach my personal goal, but only five away from a healthy BMI).

So glad this thread was made up. Thanks!

PirateLover
02-23-2013, 05:37 PM
So glad this thread was made up. Thanks!

You're welcome! Good luck with morning runs... I have never been a morning person. There is no way I'd be able to get up early enough to work out, shower, and get to a morning job! Right now I work part time while working on a Master's Thesis so I knew it was now or never... I may not have this kind of time again ever!

Nat, I actually asked the guy at Fleet Feet why they were all so ugly. He laughed and said he agreed, and that maybe it's because people just wear them to run and not for style. But then, with the Asics, he explained that there were different colors to indicate different "zones" which I found interesting. Mine aren't too bad... gray with purple and light blue piping, and blue shoe laces.

Today I ran for 25 mins and only had to walk for about 4 in the middle. I had no problems with my feet, yay! My calves were bringing me down a bit though, they felt like dead weight today.

BriarRose0708
02-23-2013, 07:18 PM
You're welcome! Good luck with morning runs... I have never been a morning person.

Me either! I don't know how I'm going to get up at 3 a.m. to run on marathon weekend. I feel like I'm going to sleepwalk the first few miles until I wake up!

lettripp
02-26-2013, 08:36 PM
Good morning, thought I'd jump in here.

I registered to run the Disneyland Half in September and have been working on the training for that. I actually started LAST September with the couch to 5 k program and am currently working on the 5k to 10k program that the company also put out. I'm only two weeks in but feel pretty good. I made out a calender that I put up right next to my front door that has the running schedule on it. It helps me keep focused on what I'm doing, and I have star sitckers that I put on it for each day I do the training. I was flipping through it last weekend and actually thought 'you know, I think this is very doable.' I missed my run yesterday because of work problems. I've been resisting getting up early to do my runs in the morning but may start thinking about it because I have a feeling that work issues will become a good excuse to skip runs. If I get them in first thing in the morning then anything that happens in the course of the day won't make me skip it. I'm going to do my run tonight to get back on my schedule.

I'm thinking of doing the Wine and Dine this year but there have been some complications with scheduling and may not be able to make it. I haven't cancled the hotel room yet, and hope things will work out.

Last year I would have laughed in your face if you told me that I'd be working to run a half marathon (or run anything, really). But have really worked on getting healthy. I joined weight watchers in June and have lost 51 pounds (still have another fifteen to reach my personal goal, but only five away from a healthy BMI).

So glad this thread was made up. Thanks!

Before I post my own response to this I just wanted to say how much your post inspired me. You are EXACTLY where I hope to be in a year (like down to the exact time frame for training and specific weight loss goal) ... and your post gave me hope. So, thank you!!!

lettripp
02-26-2013, 08:47 PM
Hello! I am SO HAPPY this thread was started. THANK YOU!

I am starting Week 8 of C25K tomorrow. I'm running my first 5k on St. Patrick's Day and I'm nervous that I won't be ready even though the program will technically be over. My pace so far (best was just under a 13 minute mile) doesn't seem fast enough to do a 5k in the time C25k expects you too, so I downloaded 5kto10k and will start that program once this ends. The way I see it, even if I have to walk a bit on St. Patty's day, my goal is to finish the first one.

I've started getting some pain in my knee... I have been debating if it is bad enough that I should seek out an ortho or just get a new pair of shoes. It doesn't hurt while I'm running but after I run it barks a bit, but not sharp-can't-walk-pain, more like "ow gotta limp and ice but I'll be fine" pain. When do you see a doctor about pain from running? I know everone and every situation is different - I could just use a guage if what I'm dealing with is normal aches and pains of trying something new or a possible problem.

Also, I'm wondering if anyone can offer insight into changes in weight-loss-pace after starting a running program. I've been losing more slowly than I'm used to on WW and wonder if I should be increasing or decreasing consumption of anything specific because I'm running this time around.

Looking forward to participating in this thread!!!

BriarRose0708
02-26-2013, 10:05 PM
Also, I'm wondering if anyone can offer insight into changes in weight-loss-pace after starting a running program. I've been losing more slowly than I'm used to on WW and wonder if I should be increasing or decreasing consumption of anything specific because I'm running this time around.

Looking forward to participating in this thread!!!

Welcome! You're probably building muscle, which weighs more than fat but takes up less space on your body, which is why your number may not be going down as quickly as you'd like but you'll still see results when your total BMI goes down. I've noticed that adding more running into my routine does require more calories during the day in the form of snacks. I like a handfull of raw almonds over fat free plain greek yogurt with a drizzle of honey, or half a peanutbutter sandwich with a banana. Whatever you do, hydrate hydrate hydrate! The old rule of 8 glasses a day is not enough when you're adding higher intensity cardio into your routine. I've found some good nutrition articles on the Runners World magazine website.

BrerGnat
02-27-2013, 08:52 AM
Hello! I am SO HAPPY this thread was started. THANK YOU!

I am starting Week 8 of C25K tomorrow. I'm running my first 5k on St. Patrick's Day and I'm nervous that I won't be ready even though the program will technically be over. My pace so far (best was just under a 13 minute mile) doesn't seem fast enough to do a 5k in the time C25k expects you too, so I downloaded 5kto10k and will start that program once this ends. The way I see it, even if I have to walk a bit on St. Patty's day, my goal is to finish the first one.

I've started getting some pain in my knee... I have been debating if it is bad enough that I should seek out an ortho or just get a new pair of shoes. It doesn't hurt while I'm running but after I run it barks a bit, but not sharp-can't-walk-pain, more like "ow gotta limp and ice but I'll be fine" pain. When do you see a doctor about pain from running? I know everone and every situation is different - I could just use a guage if what I'm dealing with is normal aches and pains of trying something new or a possible problem.

Also, I'm wondering if anyone can offer insight into changes in weight-loss-pace after starting a running program. I've been losing more slowly than I'm used to on WW and wonder if I should be increasing or decreasing consumption of anything specific because I'm running this time around.

Looking forward to participating in this thread!!!

Don't worry about running "fast enough" at this point. Just worry about finishing! There is absolutely nothing wrong with doing a combo of walk/run/walk/run throughout the race. In fact, you might get a faster time by doing intervals and running faster during the run portions, than if you just jog the whole time. You'd be surprised.

As for the knee pain. It really depends on how long you have pain following the run. Is it for an hour, several hours, a day, more than a day? If you are not experiencing pain during the run, I'd say you don't have an injury, per se. However, if the pain lasts for a long time, or won't subside without the use of pain relievers, you should probably see a doctor and get it checked out. No need to see a specialist though, just your regular doc can do a quick check to see if it's something that needs to be investigated further or not. New shoes might be a good first step, in addition to taking a day off after every run. You may also benefit from some type of support brace for running. Many people require patellar support straps, or something similar, while they run.

When you have a true knee injury, the pain will not allow you to continue running, most of the time.

As for the weight loss. Here's a fact: WOMEN who exercise heavily usually DON'T lose weight as much as women who simply reduce calorie consumption (with no exercise). The female metabolism is very finicky. As soon as you start using up more calories, the body hangs onto fat like it's a life preserver and the ship is sinking. You have to remember that the female body's ultimate goal (biologically) is to maintain a pregnancy. Once you start making your body burn calories, it becomes VERY difficult to take off weight. So, what you are experiencing is very normal. The way to deal with it is to eat more. You need to eat to compensate for the calories you are burning while running. Most women require at least 1200 NET calories per day, for basic metabolic functions. If you are trying to lose weight, this will get you there. However, that means you need to eat 1200 calories PLUS whatever you burn off running. A basic mile run will burn 100 calories (give or take). So, if you run 3 miles one day, you will need to eat 1500 calories that day to net 1200.

Usually, when people plateau, or don't lose weight, it's because they are working out too hard and not eating enough. If you were on a 1200 calorie per day diet, but then you burned 600 calories doing a hard day's workout, and you only ate 1200 calories that day, your body would be sounding the "starvation" alarms, and the metabolism would slow down further to conserve energy. It's a tricky balancing act.

To sum up, when training hard, eat MORE! Just not too much. ;)

This is where apps like MyFItnessPal come in really handy.

lettripp
02-27-2013, 06:50 PM
Wow. Thank you BOTH. I can't even begin to explain how nice it is to be able to get advice from people with expertise in this!! I don't really have anyone who is knowledgable about this stuff in my life and looking it up on the internet has given me a lot of mixed messages and is completely daunting!

The pain goes away pretty quick so I won't look for a specialist but will call my doctor to see if wearing something may help. Also, I've had My Fitness Pal but haven't used it since I started Weight Watchers. That being said, totally gonna start. Going to increase my water intake and start calulating calories as well as points.

I also want to share a mini ahievement: I finally broke 3 miles today and am doing a major happy dance!!! Feels great to know that I can do it!!:woohoo::woohoo:

BrerGnat
02-28-2013, 09:17 AM
I also want to share a mini ahievement: I finally broke 3 miles today and am doing a major happy dance!!! Feels great to know that I can do it!!:woohoo::woohoo:

That's awesome! It's so motivating to reach a goal that previously felt impossible! :thumbsup:

BrerGnat
02-28-2013, 09:22 AM
The pain goes away pretty quick so I won't look for a specialist but will call my doctor to see if wearing something may help.

Some simple strengthening exercises may help as well. Running on a flat surface doesn't build muscle, really at all. However, if you run hills or incline your treadmill, you will start noticing more muscle build up in your legs. Knee pain can often be eliminated by strengthening quads, hamstrings, and shins. You can do this by doing squats, knee bends, and "tip toes." The tip toes is the key to strengthening the muscles that run down the sides of your knees. Stand with feet hip width apart, hold on lightly to a chair or something in front of you. Keeping your knees straight, lift your heels up until you are on your "tip toes", hold for a count of 1, then back down. Repeat 20 times. Do this about 3 times a day. After each set, stretch out your calves. Very important to keep your legs straight, and also sort of tuck your pelvis under to make a "straight line" out of your spine. This exercise works wonders for building knee support.

Disoriented
03-02-2013, 07:28 PM
Great idea! I need all the encouragement I can get! This meet is totally my motivation to hit the gym!

I'm training for the 5k. So far it's going pretty well. I'm using the couch to 5k app, and I really like it so far. I'm a total newbie. I have wanted to lose some weight for a while, so this is awesome.

Hi Dopey’s Girl,

I don’t know where in St. Paul you reside, but I just wanted to mention that the Running Room at Grand Ave. and Lexington has a run club that is open to the public. They meet on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM and Sundays at 8:30 AM. Running with a group makes a world of difference when training for an event. It makes it so much more enjoyable.

This time of year, at least on Wednesdays it’s just your hard core runners, but in the next month or so that should start to change.

They also have clinics during the week that are designed to help new runners with their training. Stop and talk to them and they will be happy to talk to you about what they have.

Every one there including the hard core’s are very supportive and will be more than happy to help you along your journey.

Also I have heard a little bit about a training group associated with Jeff Galloway (the official Run Disney trainer) that is starting on March 6th at 6:00 PM and is meeting at Minneapolis Washburn High School. There is a fee for this but it could be very informative.

Good luck and Happy running.

Disoriented
03-03-2013, 10:08 AM
I think it would be fun for people who are planning to do the 5K, or any of the runs for that matter to check in here from time to time and give encouragement to each other. If someone has hit a plateau maybe someone on here would have advice, etc.
You can check in weekly, daily, however often you want! I know I would really appreciate if people would get involved with this, as I really don't have anyone at home. DH says he's going to do it, but I'm already into my 7th week of C25k and so far he isn't showing the initiative.


This is my story. It’s not exactly C25K but hopefully it is some what inspiring.

I used to do a little running back in the late 90’s when I was a thirty something, approximately 2 to 2.5 miles three times a week, I developed a sore knee after a few years and quite.

I started up again in the mid 2000’s to participate in an employer sponsored weight loss program. Again running about 2 miles three times a week. In October of 2007 I was in line for an event for the Epcot Food and Wine festival and the gentleman in front of me had a brass colored replica of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror hanging around his neck. I asked where he got it and he told me about the Tower of Terror 13K.

I thought that medal was the coolest thing I had ever seen and I just had to get me one. Now going from running 2 miles a day to being able to run 8 miles seemed like a daunting task but I figured I had two years to get there so the training began.

Well 2009 arrived, I completed the race, received my medal and had an absolute blast and a feeling of accomplishment that I had never felt before in my 52 years of living. The only down side was that this was the final Tower of Terror 13K that Disney was going to run. Bummer.

Shortly after the race Disney announced that they were replacing the 13K with the new Food and Wine festival half marathon. Running 8 miles wasn’t too bad but another 5 miles more to complete a half marathon sure seemed like another daunting task but I thought it would be fun to be part of an inaugural event so back to training it was. Once again I surprised my self and completed the race and received a medal.

Now during the training process for the half I hooked up with some people that ran marathons and I learned about the Jeff Galloway training method among many other helpful tips and since running that first half marathon I have run the St. Paul Winter Carnival half marathon, the inaugural Tower of Terror 10 miler and the 2013 Walt Disney World full marathon and I am registered to run the Twin Cities marathon this October and considering running the 2014 WDW marathon and others in the future.

Just remember that in endurance racing the key is patients and persistence and that speed is your enemy. Find your pace that is comfortable for you and enjoy the scenery.

Good luck and Happy running.

PirateLover
03-03-2013, 12:46 PM
Thank you all for checking in and sharing your stories and tips. This is exactly what I was hoping for! Nat, I really appreciate the nutrition tips. I lost a lot of weight last year when I was seriously dieting, but not really exercising. Sadly I gained it back. I am not on a diet right now, but I have been eating "better," yet with all the running I'm doing, I thought I'd lose some weight. Your explanation makes sense for why I'm not.

Disoriented, I feel a lot like you! I have never been a runner, and just running a full 5k still seems daunting to me. As of last week I was still not able to run 20 mins without walk breaks. I had to take a few days off and when I did the training today, I ran the full 28 minutes the app asked me to (with 5 minute warmup and cool down walks) and did not need to stop once. I even forgot to take my inhaler before hand! I needed it when I got home but still being able to control my breath enough and push through the tiredness and discomfort gave me the hope I needed that I am building towards something. Now, I am way behind the C25k app pacing. They suggest that you run 2.75 miles in 28 minutes whereas I was only at 2.08; but as many of you mentioned I know I need to keep at my own appropriate pace.

AgentC
03-03-2013, 04:26 PM
I am enjoying reading everyone's posts. I haven't started training yet. I really need to starts before it starts getting too hot down here.

BriarRose0708
03-06-2013, 11:42 AM
I've been working on my mental endurance along with the physical endurance. It's difficult for me to tell the difference between when I really need a walk/water break and when I think I need a break. I feel good, my legs are good, I'm not overtired but there's this mental thing I get that goes "this has been fun but I just want to stop now" and I don't know how to turn it off. I'm good at listening to my body when it needs a break, but ignoring the voice in my head is much more difficult. How do you get the focus to keep going? Right now I tend to max out at 4 miles and I need to get past this.

Melanie
03-06-2013, 11:49 AM
I am enjoying reading everyone's posts. I haven't started training yet. I really need to starts before it starts getting too hot down here.

And I'm waiting until it gets a little warmer. ;)

Nikki, do you listen to music or a podcast or something? Something you can really get into and not notice your time or distance?

PirateLover
03-06-2013, 12:06 PM
And I'm waiting until it gets a little warmer. ;)

Nikki, do you listen to music or a podcast or something? Something you can really get into and not notice your time or distance?

:yes: I think having the right playlist can make a big difference! I've been relying on Pandora because we had a major hard drive malfunction and haven't re-uploaded all of our music yet, but I'm going to need to rectify that soon. When I'm listening to good music the time goes by much more quickly.

Dopey's Girl
03-06-2013, 01:25 PM
I have been running on the treadmill at the gym, and the TV there helps a ton. I plug into the sound, and find a good show. The 40 mins of run/walking goes so much faster!

I have had some down time the last week or so and it's killing me. I fell about a week ago and tweaked my ankle. It got pretty swollen, so I have been icing, and elevating. It's slowly starting to feel better, but I know I can't run on it yet. I'm hitting the gym again tomorrow night, just taking baby steps to get back in gear. I'm thinking I will start my training program over again, just to get back into it without hurting myself!

BriarRose0708
03-06-2013, 01:55 PM
Meg sorry about your injury, I hope you recover soon and don't lose too much of your training!

I do use my iPhone or the TV while running. I make sure to have a kick rear end playlist of all upbeat music that will make me run. I call it my "angry music" because it's a lot of Muse, Linkin Park, My Chemical Romance, Three Days Grace and the like. If I watch tv I make sure it's Food Network, lol. Watching Paula Dean fry things and cover them in chocolate seems to be a motivator!

Despite this, even if I'm into my music or what I'm watching I seem to reach a point where I just don't want to run anymore even though I know I can go further. Maybe I just need to start running outside (this weather needs to get better first though!) so I can vary my route and have lots of things to look at.

Dopey's Girl
03-06-2013, 04:33 PM
Meg sorry about your injury, I hope you recover soon and don't lose too much of your training!

I do use my iPhone or the TV while running. I make sure to have a kick rear end playlist of all upbeat music that will make me run. I call it my "angry music" because it's a lot of Muse, Linkin Park, My Chemical Romance, Three Days Grace and the like. If I watch tv I make sure it's Food Network, lol. Watching Paula Dean fry things and cover them in chocolate seems to be a motivator!

Despite this, even if I'm into my music or what I'm watching I seem to reach a point where I just don't want to run anymore even though I know I can go further. Maybe I just need to start running outside (this weather needs to get better first though!) so I can vary my route and have lots of things to look at.

Thanks. It's set me back a bit, but not enough to cry about!

I'm with you on the outside running. I can't wait for that. There are some great trails near my house that I'm itching to get out on!

BrerGnat
03-06-2013, 08:15 PM
Nikki, throw a towel over the treadmill display. Set a comfortable pace. Then, set a timer on your phone for an hour. Don't peek! Don't stop runnning until the timer goes off. Add 5 minutes every week. This should get you increasing distance.

PirateLover
03-06-2013, 09:01 PM
There is never anything good on the TV at my apartment complex's small gym! I'm normally there during daytime hours when it's "slim pickins" to begin with, but they get really random channels! I think they might have an illegal hookup :secret:

I also try not to look at the treadmill info and focus on something else. I agree that running outside is more "fun." When the weather gets nicer I am planning to run around a park in Philly with my friend.

BriarRose0708
03-07-2013, 07:51 AM
Nikki, throw a towel over the treadmill display. Set a comfortable pace. Then, set a timer on your phone for an hour. Don't peek! Don't stop runnning until the timer goes off. Add 5 minutes every week. This should get you increasing distance.

That is fabulous advice! I try not to focus on the display but get so distracted. I should also stop setting break times like "at 2 miles I can take a break" because after I take that break I don't want to run again. Will try that on my run tonight.

It's going to be 53 and sunny(!) here on Sunday so I am really looking forward to my first outdoor run!

BrerGnat
03-07-2013, 09:07 AM
That is fabulous advice! I try not to focus on the display but get so distracted. I should also stop setting break times like "at 2 miles I can take a break" because after I take that break I don't want to run again. Will try that on my run tonight.

It's going to be 53 and sunny(!) here on Sunday so I am really looking forward to my first outdoor run!

Running outside is so much better than the treadmill, but it's HARDER, so don't be surprised if you struggle a bit the first few outdoor runs. You use different muscles when you actually have to propel yourself forward outdoors rather than maintaining your balance on a treadmill. What I do when I am trying to increase my distance outdoors is to set a timer for HALF the total time I want to run on my phone. I run until the timer goes off, and then I turn around and go back home. Every few days, I will add 5 more minutes to the timer.

BrerGnat
03-07-2013, 09:09 AM
Oh, and rather than stop and walk, just slow down. You can go down to 4mph and still be "jogging". Just don't go into that walking cadence...keep it like a shuffle, then just speed up again when you feel ready. This will make it feel like you are taking breaks, but you will never stop "running."

NewDVCowner
03-07-2013, 11:30 AM
I've been working on my mental endurance along with the physical endurance. It's difficult for me to tell the difference between when I really need a walk/water break and when I think I need a break. I feel good, my legs are good, I'm not overtired but there's this mental thing I get that goes "this has been fun but I just want to stop now" and I don't know how to turn it off. I'm good at listening to my body when it needs a break, but ignoring the voice in my head is much more difficult. How do you get the focus to keep going? Right now I tend to max out at 4 miles and I need to get past this.


I'm having the same problem, but it's only really happening when I run NOT on a treadmill. Because of scheduling I tend to run twice a week on a treadmill at an elevation and then on the weekend go out and run outside. I know it's just a matter of me getting bored rather than anything else. For some reason in my head I have it that it's 'too hard' to slow the treadmill down so I just push through it. When I'm outside it's just too easy to stop. I know it's all in my head, and I'm sure that's the hardest obstacle to get around. :confused:

BriarRose0708
03-09-2013, 11:23 AM
Thanks for all the help everyone! Problem solved! I ran outside today and had the best one yet. I used the Runkeeper app since I don't have a running watch and I loved how it tracks distance and speed while listening to my own playlist and every five minutes I get a update. It took the monotony out of treadmill running and I shaved a minute off my pace. It was really nice running through my neighborhood while the sun was out. C'mon spring, you can do it!:pick::sun:

Christine
03-10-2013, 08:58 AM
I can only run outside. Even when I'm on vacation- I will pass up the gym and run outside. A lot of it can be attributed to the fact I have the attention span of a gnat. :blush:

I'm so glad you had a great run, Nikki! Great job!!!


I had my foot surgery Thursday so I'm off my feet and out of training for a few weeks. :(
I cannot tell you how depressed this has made me. So I'm really happy and it cheers me up to read about y'all training ! Run one for me! :)

BriarRose0708
03-10-2013, 10:37 AM
Wishing you an extremely speedy recovery Christine! You'll be burning rubber out there in no time!

PirateLover
03-11-2013, 01:32 PM
Thanks for all the help everyone! Problem solved! I ran outside today and had the best one yet.
Congrats! I tried running outside the other day as well and had the opposite response! My complex has very uneven roads, so I think some of the uphill/downhill stuff was too challenging for me still, AND I had a bad reaction from my skin. I used to get it sometimes when I lived in Philly and walked in the heat. From some googling it appears to be from my capillaries opening up. It's an itching sensation but you can't relieve it because it's actually under the skin. On top of this I have eczema which has been flaring up. I haven't had this problem on the treadmill, so maybe I'm just not quite ready for the impact of running outside. (When I started the program I was going outside with my dog, but that was more walking than running. He does not like running on the leash. I tried taking him with me and he was constantly pulling in the other direction, so I was exerting more energy trying to control him as well).

I "graduated" C25K but my pace is too slow, so I am going back to week 6, running at a faster pace, and adding a slight incline. Then I'll try running outside again in a week or so.



I had my foot surgery Thursday so I'm off my feet and out of training for a few weeks. :(
I cannot tell you how depressed this has made me. So I'm really happy and it cheers me up to read about y'all training ! Run one for me! :)
Wishing you a speedy recovery!

badkitty
03-12-2013, 10:50 AM
Congratulations everyone on your training. Keep up the good work!

Christine, sending you well wishes for a speedy recovery.

My story:
I'm relatively new to running (only started summer 2011 to do the 2012 WDW half before turning 50). I have never been athletic and not at my ideal weight. I never really considered being a runner but I read about runDisney and yearned to run through the castle. I was lucky to find Jeff Galloway's program that allows me to run injury-free. (So far so good!) His run-walk-run method was perfect for me while I was "learning" how to run. I started his program without any running experience and settled into a 30/30 ratio (alternating 30 secs run and 30 secs walk) while working up to a 14 mile long run. This ratio gave me about a 14 minute pace. I am now able to alter my ratio (by increasing the time running) depending on the pace I want to achieve. The greatest ratio I've attempted to date is an alternating 3 minute running followed by 1 min walking but I'm not able to keep this pace up on the long runs yet. I'm still a novice runner and the walk breaks are really important for my endurance and recovery. I was really nervous about the heat and humidity during the recent Princess half (I was advised to slow down in temps over 60 degrees) having done my training for it in the colder winter temps. I decided to set my timer to 30/30 (figuring I could maintain a 14 min pace) and it got me through the race ahead of the sweepers and no injuries! I even had enough energy left for a full day in the parks! Thank you Mr. Galloway! :)

PirateLover
03-16-2013, 12:23 PM
Boy am I happy I started this thread! So much great info. As I mentioned earlier, I had been doing great with the C25K program, but I just couldn't maintain a quick pace for long durations and was getting pretty spent before I even reached 2.5 miles.

I wanted to try interval training after reading badkitty's post (thanks!) and now I'm a convert. I downloaded the Runkeeper app mentioned by Nikki (again, thanks!) and headed outside because I find it much easier to do the intervals outside as opposed to the treadmill, and, I wanted to challenge myself since it was such a disaster last time I ran outside. Well, through some snow and sleet, I covered 3.12 miles in 44 minutes, averaging a 14:24 mile. It was a sluggish morning and I had to fight through the first mile, but by the end I had so much more energy! Can't wait to get back out there and keep improving. :thumbsup: :dale::chip:

lettripp
03-17-2013, 04:54 PM
Just checking in with an update. Thanks to all the good advice I was able to run my first race today! Did the 5k in 33:40... my best time yet :-) :-) :-)

I also decided not to wait a year - I am registered to run the Wine and Dine in November! Next step is a 10k in Plymouth in May. Probably going to take a few days off before jumping into the next round of training though. My calf has been hurting since my run Friday and I want to give it ample rest for healing. If it still hurts at the end of this week I am going to see a doctor. Last thing needed is for this to ruin my Disney goal!!!!

Thank you all again! I so love this thread!!

cer
03-17-2013, 09:29 PM
Just checking in with an update. Thanks to all the good advice I was able to run my first race today! Did the 5k in 33:40... my best time yet :-) :-) :-)



Great Job! Congratulations! :thumbsup:

badkitty
03-18-2013, 02:15 PM
ted Well, through some snow and sleet, I covered 3.12 miles in 44 minutes, averaging a 14:24 mile. It was a sluggish morning and I had to fight through the first mile, but by the end I had so much more energy!

YAY! Good for you. I always struggle through the first mile. My mind tries to convince my body that this is just a fad and I'll quit soon. Everything seems to hurt during that first mile but once my brain decides I'm not giving up, the miles that follow are so much easier!

Hang in there!!

badkitty
03-18-2013, 02:18 PM
Just checking in with an update. Thanks to all the good advice I was able to run my first race today! Did the 5k in 33:40... my best time yet :-) :-) :-)

I also decided not to wait a year - I am registered to run the Wine and Dine in November! Next step is a 10k in Plymouth in May. Probably going to take a few days off before jumping into the next round of training though. My calf has been hurting since my run Friday and I want to give it ample rest for healing. If it still hurts at the end of this week I am going to see a doctor. Last thing needed is for this to ruin my Disney goal!!!!

Thank you all again! I so love this thread!!

That is so cool! Way to go!! You totally got the 10K. It is just two 5Ks back-to-back. :secret: Take care of your injuries.

I'm looking forward to the Wine and Dine. It will be my first time doing this race.

Tri Minnie
03-25-2013, 01:28 PM
I also appreciate this thread. I ran the half in January and was keeping up the training. However, I then had something akin to the flu and am having trouble getting back into training. Reading about the successes of training and races is just the motivation I need. Thank you.

mickeyd
03-25-2013, 08:54 PM
Training – Week 4
I’m still really stoked to be training for the marathon, which has helped getting up at 5:30am for training runs. Last week I found that I was developing some chafing on my upper thighs. After doing a bit of research online, I decided that some compression shorts might be helpful. I don’t know that I can be bothered applying body glide for every training session – particularly so early in the morning. Turns out Rebel Sport had compression shorts 30% off last weekend, so I picked up a pair of Body Armor shorts – and they did the trick. Feels so much more comfortable running in them. Not sure that the ‘compression’ aspect will make any difference to my muscles etc, but it has eliminated chafing!

This week I ran:

Tues – 5k (Ave pace 6:43/km)
Thurs – 5k (Ave pace 6:23/km)
Sat – 9k (Ave pace 6:36/km)


So I feel I am improving.

Trip planning
So this week rumors leaked – later confirmed by runDisney - that a new 10k will be added for 2014 marathon weekend as well as a ‘Dopey’ medal for doing the 5K, 10K, ˝ and full. I have no intentions of doing the Dopey – or the Goofy. However, this news did impact our plans because the 5k has moved to the Thursday. We had planned to arrive on Wednesday evening, pick up our race packets and do the Expo on Thursday and race the 5k on Friday. Not sure if we will have time to get our race packets if we arrive Wednesday night and run Thursday morning.

The 5k was the reason for my Dad to come along. I asked if he would do the 10k instead (he probably could), but he was not super keen. He has found while training for the 5k that jogging can aggravate his back. The last thing I want him to do is injure himself.

Anyway – to cut a long story short – due to the super efforts (and understanding) of my brilliant wife – we were lucky enough to be able to change our frequent flyer flights to the USA to a day earlier, which means we will be able to arrive in time to do the 5k and be properly rested (and still do the 10k if we choose to - still working on Dad for that one!) As an added bonus, we were able to get direct Melbourne – LAX flights, which will make the journey easier.

That’s about it for this week, except to say that I love my wife so much. She has been so supportive of this endeavor – even though she will be left at home with two small kids while I am away running. I couldn't do it without her. :heart:

badkitty
03-25-2013, 10:34 PM
I also appreciate this thread. I ran the half in January and was keeping up the training. However, I then had something akin to the flu and am having trouble getting back into training. Reading about the successes of training and races is just the motivation I need. Thank you.

Set backs happen. Hang in there! The hardest for me after a break is just getting the shoes laced up again. I set my clothes and gear out the night before so I don't have the excuse "I have nothing to wear". :) I then use motivational sayings to get going. My favorite right after waking up is "feet on the floor and out the door!"

badkitty
03-25-2013, 10:38 PM
Great report, mickeyd! How great you are able to rearrange your trip. Keep up the good work!

jonahbear2006
03-26-2013, 03:38 AM
I stress this with no joke...if you are training for a marathon do NOT focus on your weight or the numbers. Focus on the food you are putting into your body and the work you are doing on training...the rest will follow suit. Losing weight can put a strain on your heart and if you are not replacing nutrients properly you can leave yourself wide open to a stroke. Carbs before and protein afterwards. This doesn't mean you cant lose weight doing it. I am just saying it will happen automatically, so try not to focus on that. Be healthy, be safe. This training is amazing and can leave you mentally in the best shape of your life. There isnt a one of us who isn't capable of it and its a small percentage on the planet that ever does a marathon or half marathon so consider yourself one of the few who do this bucket list item. Push yourself harder than you ever have before, run like you stole something, and when you want to quit remember that the pain is temporary and insignifcant turn up your music and forget about where it hurts. I lost 50lbs doing this and crossed the Goofy finish line in Jan and returned for princess in Feb. and I am no athlete...just another mother. :thumbsup:

PirateLover
03-27-2013, 12:02 PM
Great job everyone! Thanks for checking in. Today I ran another full practice 5k around the neighborhood (very uneven), and forgot my dang inhaler again, but still shaved 2 mins off my average and 4 mins off my total time. DH and I signed up for our first official 5k next month at the Philadelphia Zoo to support Orangutans!

BriarRose0708
03-27-2013, 12:36 PM
Great job everyone! Thanks for checking in. Today I ran another full practice 5k around the neighborhood (very uneven), and forgot my dang inhaler again, but still shaved 2 mins off my average and 4 mins off my total time. DH and I signed up for our first official 5k next month at the Philadelphia Zoo to support Orangutans!

Way to go Maryanne!!!

BrerGnat
03-27-2013, 12:49 PM
I ran 5 miles yesterday, and I felt great while doing it.

And then, I had a headache for the rest of the day. Sigh. This happens to me every time I run further than about a 5k. It's SO frustrating.

I'm really debating whether or not I should do the 10K at WDW. I know I can do it, but I'm not sure I really want to pay the price with a headache, or worse, a migraine, for the rest of the day and possibly ruin the whole weekend. :(

As much as I wish I was, I'm just not cut out for distance running, apparently. If it's not my hip or knee, it's my head.

Just venting my frustration. :(

badkitty
03-27-2013, 02:44 PM
Hey BrerGnat,

Hang in there. Your body will tell you what it wants to do. I don't know your situation but I used to get headaches and I learned for me it was from dehydration. I have increased my water intake by a few glasses the day before a run (I only run every other day) and take in about 4 oz every 20 minutes of running.

PirateLover
03-27-2013, 03:09 PM
Hey BrerGnat,
Hang in there. Your body will tell you what it wants to do. I don't know your situation but I used to get headaches and I learned for me it was from dehydration. I have increased my water intake by a few glasses the day before a run (I only run every other day) and take in about 4 oz every 20 minutes of running.

:ditto: Nat, from reading this thread it seems like you really know a lot about the ins and outs of running so I'm sure you know all about hydration, but I know that for me, once I started really paying close attention to how much water I was taking in, it made a huge difference in how I felt after the run. If you don't think the headache is a hydration issue, maybe it is a stress issue or even a food trigger? Allergies? If you are running outside on a sunny day, even squinting can lead to headaches. Lots of things can cause headaches and sadly sometimes it takes a lot of trial and error to figure it out. Good luck.

BrerGnat
03-27-2013, 03:49 PM
No, it's nothing to do with hydration, food, or environment. It's called "exertion headache" and it's common in people who have migraine. I've had migraine my entire life and get lots of headaches for various reasons. Exercise induces headaches when I go at it too hard or for too long. I can't do really intense workouts like P90X, for example. I CAN do the exercise, but I get a crippling headache from that kind of thing. I also can't do stuff like sprints or jumping jacks. Anything that causes my heart rate to go way up or is really high impact is out.

Yesterday was a slow run on the treadmill. I drank tons of water before and during, and even had to stop to use the bathroom midway. :blush: I ate a good balanced breakfast right before. Had a banana and a Greek yogurt with more water immediately after. Still got the darn headache. :(

I still have the headache today. Stinks.

I'll stick with my 3 mile runs. I can rock those like no one's business. ;)

NewDVCowner
03-27-2013, 05:13 PM
Last weekend I broke the five mile mark and felt really good about it. Well, I felt like I was pushing myself in the end and was glad to stop after an hour, but after I got my breath back I felt really good about it. :secret: Following the 5k to 10k program I should be ready for a 10k in about two weeks. I registered for one in May up in Napa. I just wanted to get a long run in prior to doing the Disneyland Half in September.

PirateLover
03-28-2013, 10:29 AM
Nat, I hear you. I suffered with migraines for almost a decade. I can't tell you why I stopped getting them, but I don't anymore(at least not at the frequency and intensity as I used to). I know how awful they can be. Stress is a big trigger. The body is a funny thing. Because you're now used to/expecting to get these headaches, it can become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Maybe you could do something really relaxing as soon as you get back from a big run? (Nice bath after a quick shower, aroma therapy, mindfulness meditation etc). If you notice you get the headaches during higher impact, maybe wear a heart rate monitor and walk more or jog at slower speeds and monitor your rate, and pay close attention to your breathing. Most of all stay positive. Just throwing ideas out there, I know it really stinks when you want to achieve something and your body isn't letting you.


Last weekend I broke the five mile mark and felt really good about it. Well, I felt like I was pushing myself in the end and was glad to stop after an hour, but after I got my breath back I felt really good about it. :secret: Following the 5k to 10k program I should be ready for a 10k in about two weeks. I registered for one in May up in Napa. I just wanted to get a long run in prior to doing the Disneyland Half in September.

Whoo hoo!!! Great job! 10K in Napa sounds nice! Keep it up :thumbsup:

BriarRose0708
03-28-2013, 10:53 AM
Bah, I had a great run on Sunday (just under 6 miles!) but I haven't done anything since except 30 minutes on the elliptical Monday. I'm getting ready to travel to DC for Easter and making time to run this week was hard. Plus we've had events on campus at my job that includes brownies, cupcakes and carbs. So my eating has also been poor this week and it's not likely to get better with all those Reese's eggs waiting for me Sunday. I hope everyone else celebrating holidays right now enjoys them!

BrerGnat
03-28-2013, 12:31 PM
Nat, I hear you. I suffered with migraines for almost a decade.

Only a decade? Lucky! ;)

I started having headaches at the age of 3, according to my mom. I'm almost 35 now. Seems like there is no end in sight for me.

I have lots of triggers, which makes it so frustrating. Stress, heat, lack of sleep, waiting too long between meals, weather changes, hormonal changes, etc.

I've dealt with it my whole life. It's just annoying when there is something I really want to do, and I just can't.

I am hopeful that my headaches will stop after menopause. That happened to my MIL, so I can only hope!

PirateLover
03-28-2013, 02:17 PM
Nikki, way to go on the run. Don't worry too much about the diet during the holiday. Just get right back on track when it's over :thumbsup:

Only a decade? Lucky! ;)

Yes I know! It was a tough decade and I'm very relieved to have one less medical issue to worry about. Hopefully they are gone for good, and hopefully one day soon you can say the same. You've definitely earned it. Many people don't realize how crippling migraines can be. It's so much more than a "bad headache."

Christine
03-29-2013, 08:48 AM
Sounds like everyone is doing very well!

Well, 3 weeks after my heel surgery and I'm back on the roads! It burns and throbs a bit but I'm fine and SO happy to be back out there!

Saturday is the Pig Run that I was so afraid of have to miss but looks like my foot can handle it. It's a 5K where you stop midway in the "pig pen" and eat donuts! Then you finish the last part of the race. I cannot wait!!!

cer
03-29-2013, 12:25 PM
Sounds like everyone is doing very well!

Well, 3 weeks after my heel surgery and I'm back on the roads! It burns and throbs a bit but I'm fine and SO happy to be back out there!

Saturday is the Pig Run that I was so afraid of have to miss but looks like my foot can handle it. It's a 5K where you stop midway in the "pig pen" and eat donuts! Then you finish the last part of the race. I cannot wait!!!

Wow. That is great that you have recovered so quickly after surgery!

The Pig Run sounds like so much fun! I am in training right now and trying to lean up for the Austin Capital 10K - (It's Sunday the 7th)...I'd give just about anything for a donut right now. :blush:

mickeyd
04-02-2013, 06:54 PM
Training - Week 5
Ran a total of 20k this week (not all at once)!!

Tues – 5k
Thurs – 5k
Sat – 10k


Hit my first weather related ‘speed bump’ this week. Thursday morning was pouring with rain – in fact it had been raining most of the night. I decided I didn’t really want to go out and run in the wet if I didn’t have to as I’d only end up injuring myself. So I took my running gear to work and ran around the Fitzroy gardens during my lunch break (fortunately my workplace has a shower!)

Hit two significant milestones this week. The first - my run around the Fitzroy gardens ended up being my fastest 5k to date. Not sure if it was because it was later in the day, it was light outside or because there were other ‘more serious’ looking runners training in the park making me go a bit faster. It could also be that my training is paying off. Whatever the reason, I was stoked to run my first sub 30min 5K (time 29:33).

The second milestone came today, when I ran 10k for the first time in my training (I ran 10k once before years ago and it nearly killed me). Felt pretty strong today, but was ready to finish by the end. My legs were starting to get bit tired. Really pleased that I maintained the same pace for the 10K that I had for the 9k run I did last week. I think for runs longer than 10k I’m going to have to start thinking about fueling. Picked up some Gu Chomps this afternoon, so I’ll try them on my next 10K+ long run.

I’m quite amazed at what I have been able to achieve in the past 5 weeks of training. I’m an NOT a runner and certainly not athletic. This is all a big experiment. If you are reading this and even vaguely think you might be interested in doing a runDisney race, I say give it ago – you might surprise yourself!

I’m now toying with the idea of doing the Dopey (crazy I know!!). I’ll be doing the 5k with my Dad (probably more of a shuffle), and I can do the 10K pretty comfortably now. Still trying to talk Dad into doing the 10k– we’ll see. I plan to do the full marathon – so it occurred to me I only (only!!) need to do one more race to complete both the Goofy and Dopey challenges.

Look, I have no idea if it’s even possible to complete such a thing. Maybe I’m crazy to even think it given I have never even run a half or full marathon before. But my training is going well so far and I am enjoying the running. I’m sure the Dopey is going to sell out – so I might just sign up and see how I go. I can always ‘drop’ the half if I don’t think I can go the distance by January.

Trip planning.
Think I have settled on Port Orleans Riverside for our accommodation. I found the resort really relaxing on our visit there in 2012. In the past I have been a big fan of the Value resorts (All Star Movies and Pop), but they can be a bit of a zoo, and I think the peacefulness of Riverside will help with race focus and recovery, particularly if I do eventually end up doing the Dopey.

Normally we do the Dining Plan, but for the marathon prep, I don’t think it would be a great idea both in terms of pre-race diet and the time and effort required to get around to my favourite Disney restaurants. I’m going to need early nights. At the moment my idea is to split the stay into two parts. Marathon week – no park tickets or dining plan. Post Marathon week – park tickets and dining!!! I think this will help me focus on the race, stay off my feet and watch the diet. I may change my mind – but these are my thoughts at the moment.

That’s about it for this week!!

PirateLover
04-07-2013, 04:06 PM
Way to go Michael, a sub-30 5K is great! And congrats on the 10K! And Christine I'm glad to hear you're back in the game!!

DH and I are still plugging along. I'm having a little bit of trouble with my breathing lately. Luckily I have an appointment scheduled with my allergist this week, so I can discuss some management stuff with him. I am still hovering around the 13 min mile pace.

I've added the recumbent exercise bike to my non-running days and so far, it's great! It helped finally push me over a weight loss plateau and I'm enjoying it. I thought it would be a bit boring, but being able to pedal away and still have the ability to play around on my iPhone really makes the time fly by!

BriarRose0708
04-07-2013, 04:56 PM
Way to go Michael, a sub-30 5K is great! And congrats on the 10K! And Christine I'm glad to hear you're back in the game!!

DH and I are still plugging along. I'm having a little bit of trouble with my breathing lately. Luckily I have an appointment scheduled with my allergist this week, so I can discuss some management stuff with him. I am still hovering around the 13 min mile pace.

I've added the recumbent exercise bike to my non-running days and so far, it's great! It helped finally push me over a weight loss plateau and I'm enjoying it. I thought it would be a bit boring, but being able to pedal away and still have the ability to play around on my iPhone really makes the time fly by!

Yeah girl! Cross training is really helpful, I often forget to do it but it makes a noticeable difference.

mickeyd
04-07-2013, 07:37 PM
When I started keeping record of my journey to the WDW Marathon I didn’t think I’d have much to report – but lots has happened this week. Most significantly I officially signed up for the Dopey Challenge this!! I’ve put my money down and have my spot reserved for four races!!. I still don’t know if I will be able to do them all – it may all be too much for someone who has never done a race before, but we’ll see. I have at least one half and full marathon lined up between now and January, so that should help me know if it is even possible or if I should drop one of the races.



Training:
Still did my three runs this week . The two weekday 5k runs were interesting. Mrs Mickeyd traveled to Singapore for work this week, so I was a single Dad and unable to do my usual morning runs. I managed to squeeze in my Tuesday run during my lunch hour at work. Another good run around the Firzroy gardens – it really is a nice place to run.

My second 5k run was on Thursday night after dinner. My Mum came to babysit for a bit. Another great run, I felt really strong and did a PR for the circuit around my house (lots of hills). However running after dinner and on a full stomach was a bit weird and there were a few times I thought I was going to see my dinner again.

This morning I completed my weekend long run – 11.5km. I was excited for this run for a number of reasons.
1. It is most definitely my longest distance ever.
2. I decided to test out the GU Chomps I bought last weekend after my energy levels dropped on me.
3. This week my iFitness running belt arrived – so I had something to pop my GU Chomps in.

I have to admit I felt pretty crummy doing the 11.5k. It was 26C (79F) out, so I was trying to take it easy and took water with me. I think it may also have been partly psychological as I was breaking through the 10k barrier for the first time. The second half of the run was a hard slog. But to my surprise I ran my fastest 10K as well as maintaining the same pace for the 11.5km that I ran last week for the 10k. Given the heat conditions, I figure that is an improvement.

I should also comment on the Gu and the iFitness belt.

I had the Strawberry Gu Chomps and they were really yummy and easy to chew. I felt they did give me a boost and my legs felt better than the week before. I think they helped, particularly given the warm conditions and amount I was sweating.

I have the iFitness double pouch. It was fantasitic. It didn’t bounce and to be honest I forgot that I was wearing it for most of the run (except when I was reaching for the Chomps – then I was grateful it was there!). I’m really impressed with it and would recommend to others. It will be great to use it to carry a smaller camera when I run the Disney races.

Trip Planning
So as mentioned, the most significant trip planning this week was signing up for the Dopey. I also signed Dad up for the 5k and 10k. It’s exciting and kind of a relief to have the registration all organised. I’m sure some of these races are going to sell out pretty quick. It looks like the 10K will fill fast.

So now the race is organised, I’m on to thinking about accommodation. Still leaning towards Port Orleans Riverside, and I emailed off to my Disney Travel Agent this week to get some prices.

That’s it for this week. Onward and upwards

BriarRose0708
04-12-2013, 01:47 PM
Hey, how's everyone doing???

The weather has been marginally better than last month so I've been getting outside running as much as possible. It's glorious :mickey:

Anyone have other races coming up? I am running my very first official race ever next weekend on the 20th! And it's a Tough Mudder to boot. Then on the 28th I'm doing a Color Splash Run with is going to be so super fun!

cer
04-12-2013, 02:36 PM
Doing well here!

I ran the Austin Capitol 10K on Sunday - put up a personal record of 1 hour 5 min time (10:35 pace). That is super-great for me. Sorta bummed, though, we were hoping to be able use that time to improve our corral placement for the 2014 Disney Marathon :mickey:, but since the pacing requirements have changed, we have to get times from a 10 mile or greater race.:(

SOOOOO, we are all signed up for the 10 for Texas 10 mile run in the Woodlands. It is October 12 (on a Saturday) - That is the next big run I am training for. It is capped at 2800 participants, so I am looking forward to a smaller race. My whole family (DH 44, DD 14 and DS 12) will be running as well, so it should be a lot of fun.

I am working on increasing my miles - after the 10K on Sunday I have run 3 more times this week - bringing my total miles for the week up to 19.2 and I am planning on adding another 2 tomorrow. My feet are getting sore, but that is to be expected...

Just keep swimming...er...running! :D

NewDVCowner
04-12-2013, 03:19 PM
Last Saturday I broke the six mile mark, running 6.15 miles at an 11:26 pace. Not too bad. I'm on a recovery week right now and will pick it up again next week. I'm registered for the Loco Ladies run in Napa on May 25th, my first official race! I'm feeling over all really good about it.

Yesterday I DID NOT want to run. At all. But I forced myself onto the treadmill. It wasn't my best time, but at least I did it. I was proud of myself for making the effort, though.

Tri Minnie
04-12-2013, 04:05 PM
It sounds like the training is coming along. I must admit that I was considering skipping my run this evening, but after reading the most recent posts, I am going to make the effort! Now I just have to maintain my enthusiasm until my husband gets home to watch the children.

Keep up the great work everyone!

PirateLover
04-13-2013, 08:35 AM
I am learning to adjust to the weather. On Wednesday it reached 87 in our area. I was over my parents in Philly and ran down front street and back to hit 5k. I stayed in the shade as much as I could, but didn't hydrate enough beforehand and my head was hurting by the end. Still, I made it and would've come in with a sub 13min average if I wasn't afraid to run past the neighbor's Rottweiler who was off the leash and decided to accompany me for the last block. (She's friendly but as anyone with dogs knows, when you run they often think it's a game and can get over exuberant)... Wouldn't you know by walking that last block it pushed me into 13:01 avg! Ah well. I have come to love running outside.

Yesterday was my first day back on the treadmill due to the atrocious weather and it was awful!! I just couldn't get into a rhythm, I was getting bummed looking at the rain and wishing I could go out... I managed 2.1 miles before giving up. Went back later with DH and mostly walked another 1.75 miles at a high incline.

Hopefully the weather is nice tomorrow and I can give it my all outside again. It is now 2 weeks until our first official 5k!

Tri Minnie
04-13-2013, 09:03 AM
Maryanne, I am impressed you were able to do any running or walking with an unleashed dog in such close proximity. The minute I see a dog who isn't leashed or within an invisible fence I go into panic mode and immediately turn around. I know this isn't the best response, but I have always had a fear.

It is hard to return to the treadmill after running outside. Hopefully, it won't be too long before we can run outside on a regular basis.

Disoriented
04-14-2013, 04:51 PM
My feet are getting sore, but that is to be expected... :D

Hi Carrie,

Are your feet getting sore just at the very end of your runs? Does it go away quickly after you have complete a run?

Endurance workouts should not be painful.

My first thought is are your shoes getting old?

If not, soreness is usually a prelude to an injury due to over exertion.

Adequate rest is a very important component of endurance athletics and one of theses days I hope to learn it myself.

Good Luck.

BriarRose0708
04-14-2013, 04:57 PM
Bah, I re injured an old groin pull yesterday. Really painful to walk now so I'm off my feet for the rest of the week. :ill:

BrerGnat
04-14-2013, 05:09 PM
Bah, I re injured an old groin pull yesterday. Really painful to walk now so I'm off my feet for the rest of the week. :ill:

Bummer. And...OUCH!

You'll be back running soon enough.

mickeyd
04-14-2013, 08:55 PM
Training – Week 7

My first speed bump.

I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel this week after my great 11.5km run last Saturday. I was surprised when I felt really good on my Tuesday morning run. By about half way through I realised that I was doing so well that I could probably do a 5km PB. I pushed myself and ended up doing a PB. I was very proud of myself. 5km in 29:16min. My legs felt good – but about an hour after the run my knees became sore. They were sore the next day too. I wasn’t ready to call it an injury, but it was certainly sore.

This week was supposed to be a recovery week, and I think I pushed myself too far after my long Saturday run. By Thursday my knees were feeling a lot better, but my left knee was still a little tender. I decided to still do my Thursday training, but made sure it was a slow and easy affair. I was really careful not to land heavily and took special care on the hills. I ended up doing a decent 34:21 for the 5km.

My left knee remained tender on Thursday and Friday, but was showing signs that it was improving slowly. So today (Saturday) I decided to take things really easy and walk my 5km Sat run. I just got back and my knee is feeling pretty good. Also on the positive side, I was able to walk a bit faster than the 10min/km (16min/mile) pace limit. The next two days are rest days before my Tuesday run, so I am hoping that it will continue to improve so I can get back to running.
The lesson of the week: stick to the training plan and take things easy. There are still 40 weeks until the marathon – plenty of time to build endurance and distance. No need to rush things. The biggest threat to my ability to complete this challenge is injury. So I need to be a bit smarter. This week really opened my eyes to the importance of avoiding injury. Hopefully this is just a minor setback and I’ll be back to normal soon.

It also reminded me that I still haven’t been properly fitted for running shoes – so the plan is to head out to a specialist running shoe store tomorrow.

Trip Planning
Not much to report here, except to say that it wasn’t until after I registered for the Dopey Challenge that I found the Disney shirt sizing chart on the runDisney website. Looking at the chart the sizes seem to run a bit big, so I was able to email runDisney and they changed the size on my registration. Much easier than trying to swap sizes at the expo.

That’s all for this week. Hopefully by the next update I will have proper shoes and good knees!

badkitty
04-14-2013, 09:16 PM
Great job everyone this week. As for shoes, I can appreciate the need for a proper fitting pair of shoes. I'm in need of a new pair and my favorites are no longer available. Now I need to take the time to get fitted again.

Take care of the injuries and here's wishing all an injury-free week this week.:walk:

PirateLover
04-15-2013, 12:20 AM
Nikki and Michael, I hope you are both back on the road and feeling better soon!

I started to feel some pain recently in my left leg from my calf down to my foot. It typically disappeared after the run was finished. I put those inserts I had bought for my old shoes back in, and I felt better. Then, when I went back on the treadmill, the inserts were killing me again! I found that odd- maybe I just don't need them on that lighter surface?

At any rate, I woke up today feeling so achey, when all I had done yesterday was a 45 min stint on the bike. I knew I wouldn't be up for running so DH and I took our dog on a nice walk around town. I ran runkeeper just to see what we would accomplish. We walked down to our town's Main Street and back, covering 2.97 miles in 58 mins (including a few stop and pets along the way ;) ). It was a nice way to see some parts of the town that we had never noticed, and a beautiful day.

I felt worse physically after this walk, though, than any run. Probably because I didn't stretch enough. I know I need to get really serious about my stretching, especially since I've had sciatic problems in the back with my left side (where I've been having the pain).

Tomorrow has rain and sun in the forecast...but the temp is nice, so I'm hoping to be able to sneak an outside run in. If not, oh well, time to tough it out on that boring old treadmill ;) Either way I will not be shirking on the stretching ANY MORE.

Asthma update- My doc gave me a trial of a different brand of inhaler to try, and put me back on singulair daily. I tried this before and it gave me headaches, so I am praying that this time around it doesn't. I also switched nasal sprays. Otherwise there isn't much else they can do, it's all up to my own ability to monitor my breathing and try to increase my lung capacity.

As far as trip planning, we are going to buy our tickets soon from the Official Ticket Center (iCot Sponsor!) and we are seriously considering staying at Swan/Dolphin. We had thought about Art of Animation for the price and because of how neat it looks, but with it being January, and most of the parks closing fairly early, we thought the Epcot resort area would be best for night options, and you really can't beat the discounts you can get at Swan/Dolphin. We did a few nights there before on my teacher's discount and loved the location. We missed a bit of that Disney flare, but there's plenty of it within walking distance. The final thing is nailing down the dates. My Sister-in-Law didn't get in for the 5K, and while I'd love to be there to cheer all of you on I just don't think it's realistic for our schedule to be there in time for that race. I think we are looking at a mid or late day Thursday arrival, and a late Sunday departure.

Yungbuck73
04-15-2013, 09:51 PM
Ok, I have never run before (unless being chased), and I am morbidly obese. I am trying and working on it but my question is-I'm doin the 5K in Jan and is there any particular socks and shorts to be wearing for this? Any help and or infor would be greatly aprreciated. I WILL DO THIS!!! that is my goal and I WILL do it.

PirateLover
04-15-2013, 11:33 PM
Ok, I have never run before (unless being chased), and I am morbidly obese. I am trying and working on it but my question is-I'm doin the 5K in Jan and is there any particular socks and shorts to be wearing for this? Any help and or infor would be greatly aprreciated. I WILL DO THIS!!! that is my goal and I WILL do it.

For socks, I highly recommend any kind of dri-fit. Target sells a brand, I think it's Champion? Nike has a brand as well, and there are more expensive brands at running stores. If you like an ankle sock, make sure it has some cushion at the heel. It keeps the sock from falling down and so far neither DH nor I have had any kind of calluses wearing these types of socks.

Definitely get fitted for a proper sneaker at a professional store such as fleet feet. Some of them even run training programs where you can get together with other novice runners, and they train you to a 5K. I would've done our local one but the timing doesn't work with my job. People of all shapes and sizes are welcomed. As for clothes, you want stuff that lets your skin breathe. My husband wears your typical style gym shorts and he wears boxer briefs that are a polyester/spandex blend. If you are going to be outside in the heat or even working up a sweat at the gym, you want to get some Body Glide to put on any areas of skin that could be prone to chafing.

My biggest tip is slow and steady wins the race. You have plenty of time to get ready and don't want to risk injury. Start by walking. Try running 10-15 seconds at a shot. Work your way up to 30 secs and so on. You may want to check in with your doctor just to let him/her know what you are up to, and get checked out. Every exercise workout tells you to do this, but hardly anybody does! They can have some really great advice. YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!

BrerGnat
04-16-2013, 08:57 AM
Ok, I have never run before (unless being chased), and I am morbidly obese. I am trying and working on it but my question is-I'm doin the 5K in Jan and is there any particular socks and shorts to be wearing for this? Any help and or infor would be greatly aprreciated. I WILL DO THIS!!! that is my goal and I WILL do it.

I agree that you want "dri fit" socks. However, you have to launder them VERY specifically. You cannot use fabric softener or any kind of bleach (even color safe). I have ruined several pairs of very expensive dri fit socks by using a dryer sheet in the dryer with them in there. Once you do that, they will no longer have the moisture wicking capabilities and will just be regular socks. So, be warned!

As for shorts, I would highly recommend you wear some compression style undergarments made of a moisture wicking material (Champion, UnderArmour, Jockey) and then wear the LIGHTEST weight shorts you can find. The best kind are that "swishy" nylon type material. This will prevent chafing.

As for how you might go about this...I highly recommend using Jeff Galloway's Run/Walk method. Just Google it and you will find a LOT of information on how to go about doing this. If you run with a smart phone, look for an app that will keep track of your intervals and notify you of when to switch. I use an Android app called "Run/Walk".

Couch to 5K is a good app as well, but it's a bit more aggressive than Galloway's method.

BriarRose0708
04-16-2013, 09:03 AM
Bummer. And...OUCH!

You'll be back running soon enough.


Nikki and Michael, I hope you are both back on the road and feeling better soon!

Thanks to you both! It feels so much better already after 2 days resting. Figures I'd get an injury as soon as the temps get nice out. hrumph.

Hope your migraines have gotten better Nat and you start to feel better too Maryanne!

Yungbuck73
04-16-2013, 10:05 AM
For socks, I highly recommend any kind of dri-fit. Target sells a brand, I think it's Champion? Nike has a brand as well, and there are more expensive brands at running stores. If you like an ankle sock, make sure it has some cushion at the heel. It keeps the sock from falling down and so far neither DH nor I have had any kind of calluses wearing these types of socks.

Definitely get fitted for a proper sneaker at a professional store such as fleet feet. Some of them even run training programs where you can get together with other novice runners, and they train you to a 5K. I would've done our local one but the timing doesn't work with my job. People of all shapes and sizes are welcomed. As for clothes, you want stuff that lets your skin breathe. My husband wears your typical style gym shorts and he wears boxer briefs that are a polyester/spandex blend. If you are going to be outside in the heat or even working up a sweat at the gym, you want to get some Body Glide to put on any areas of skin that could be prone to chafing.

My biggest tip is slow and steady wins the race. You have plenty of time to get ready and don't want to risk injury. Start by walking. Try running 10-15 seconds at a shot. Work your way up to 30 secs and so on. You may want to check in with your doctor just to let him/her know what you are up to, and get checked out. Every exercise workout tells you to do this, but hardly anybody does! They can have some really great advice. YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!

Thanks so much for the info and support. Will have to look into all u recommended. Look forward to seeing everyone finish their races.

BrerGnat
04-16-2013, 12:19 PM
Hope your migraines have gotten better Nat...!

They have, thanks Nikki! I ran 5.25 miles on Sunday and NO headache! :clappy:

BriarRose0708
04-16-2013, 01:25 PM
Thanks so much for the info and support. Will have to look into all u recommended. Look forward to seeing everyone finish their races.

I also use the Champion brand socks. They are called DuoDry. And I can't say enough good things about my experience being fitted for proper running sneakers at Fleet Feet! It's made all the difference!

Stick with it Justin, we believe in you and I can't wait to celebrate your achievement in January!

BriarRose0708
04-16-2013, 01:26 PM
They have, thanks Nikki! I ran 5.25 miles on Sunday and NO headache! :clappy:

Yeah!!:mickey:

Kenny1113
04-16-2013, 01:50 PM
I also use the Champion brand socks. They are called DuoDry. And I can't say enough good things about my experience being fitted for proper running sneakers at Fleet Feet! It's made all the difference!

Stick with it Justin, we believe in you and I can't wait to celebrate your achievement in January!

:ditto: when I decided I was going to run on a regular basis, I went to a running shoe store. They placed me on a Treadmill and watched me run while recording it with a camera. They were able to deteine my stepping style and fit me with the proper shoe! :)

badkitty
04-16-2013, 02:19 PM
They have, thanks Nikki! I ran 5.25 miles on Sunday and NO headache! :clappy:

Great news!

BrerGnat
04-16-2013, 02:43 PM
Great news!

I think it had a lot to do with the fact that I did Run/Walk intervals this time. I did 15 intervals of 3 min running/1 min walking for a total of 60 min. My pace came in at just under 12 min mile which is fine by me, as it was fairly warm Sunday afternoon and I was feeling sluggish overall.

I'm going to continue doing Run/Walk because I think it helps stave off the headaches by not over exerting myself. We'll see how it goes.

I got the road bike out for a spin today for the first time this year. Felt great to have something else to change up my workouts. Glad for nice weather finally!

Yungbuck73
04-16-2013, 04:55 PM
Thanks all for the info I have no idea where a store that does all that is but i will do some research.

BrerGnat
04-16-2013, 06:33 PM
Thanks all for the info I have no idea where a store that does all that is but i will do some research.

I've had good luck with putting "Running Store near (insert your town's name here)" into Google search. Any decent, dedicated running store will be able to analyze your gait and recommend the right shoes.

Yungbuck73
04-17-2013, 07:21 PM
I've had good luck with putting "Running Store near (insert your town's name here)" into Google search. Any decent, dedicated running store will be able to analyze your gait and recommend the right shoes.

thanks i reached out to a store that looks like it will take care of me.. gonna do all this after my trip to DL coming up next week. Everyone on here has been so supportive and I am so glad to call you all friends.

disneygoofball
04-22-2013, 03:48 PM
Sooooo...I just registered for a certified half marathon (June 2) so that I can send in my proof of time for the Dopey Challenge. The description included the following, "Hilly and fairly challenging ...and features its only real flat stretches of any length for two miles during the entire race." :sick:

I had to sign up for this one since it's the only registered one that really fits my schedule. Anyone else having problems finding a convenient, and flat, race to use for their proof of time?

cer
04-22-2013, 04:26 PM
Sooooo...I just registered for a certified half marathon (June 2) so that I can send in my proof of time for the Dopey Challenge. The description included the following, "Hilly and fairly challenging ...and features its only real flat stretches of any length for two miles during the entire race." :sick:

I had to sign up for this one since it's the only registered one that really fits my schedule. Anyone else having problems finding a convenient, and flat, race to use for their proof of time?

We lucked out. We were able to find a 10 mile race (10 for Texas) at The Woodlands on October 12 (a Saturday Race). It's near Houston, so we are counting on a flat race course. It is a small run, too, capped at 2800 runners.

The new pacing requirements kind of mess up new runners like myself. The only long run that I had that would qualify was the Jan 2013 Disney Marathon, and my pace was not one that would help get me in a better corral.

Also, where we are it is getting warm - so there are not a lot of 10 mile or greater runs in our area. If it wasn't for the Nov 1 deadline, we could have gotten in on all the late Nov/Dec (cooler) runs.

We were all set with a 10K on April 7 to improve our corral placement, but it is not good for the Disney marathon like it was last year.

I know that in the end the new requirements will be beneficial to everyone, but this first year is going to be a stress for those of us who don't have a lot of races under our belts. A lot of running, yes, racing, no. :blush:

Good luck to you in June - stinks about the hilly course. :(

disneygoofball
04-22-2013, 05:31 PM
Also, where we are it is getting warm - so there are not a lot of 10 mile or greater runs in our area. If it wasn't for the Nov 1 deadline, we could have gotten in on all the late Nov/Dec (cooler) runs.

Yeah, that Nov 1 deadline kind of threw me off, too. And there aren't a lot of certified races in my area during the summer that are long enough. Oh well, at least this will get me out of the last corral! :)

cer
04-25-2013, 12:57 PM
So, just checking in...

I had a great 5 mile run this morning. Not super fast or anything, not even trying to be, but what was cool about it was that it felt really good! It had been a long time (too long) since I felt so good during/after a run. (I think I have been trying to push to hard.)

That was the beginning of a 4 day stretch of doing 5 miles, then 3, then 5, then 3. So, we will see how well things are holding up come Sunday.

ACK!

Happy and healthy training to everybody!

BriarRose0708
04-25-2013, 01:08 PM
So, just checking in...

I had a great 5 mile run this morning. Not super fast or anything, not even trying to be, but what was cool about it was that it felt really good! It had been a long time (too long) since I felt so good during/after a run. (I think I have been trying to push to hard.)

That was the beginning of a 4 day stretch of doing 5 miles, then 3, then 5, then 3. So, we will see how well things are holding up come Sunday.

ACK!

Happy and healthy training to everybody!
Sounds like you're doing well Carrie, keep up the great work!

I haven't run this week at all :blush: but I did complete a tough mudder last Saturday and I am entered in another 5k this Sunday. So I guess I'm just taking the week off.

cer
04-25-2013, 01:58 PM
I haven't run this week at all :blush: but I did complete a tough mudder last Saturday and I am entered in another 5k this Sunday. So I guess I'm just taking the week off.

It is your recovery week! :thumbsup:

What distance is the tough mudder?

BriarRose0708
04-25-2013, 02:50 PM
It is your recovery week! :thumbsup:

What distance is the tough mudder?

I did a 5k distance. Some of them can be 10k or even 10 milers! It was a ton of fun though.

Tri Minnie
04-25-2013, 03:50 PM
So, just checking in...

I had a great 5 mile run this morning. Not super fast or anything, not even trying to be, but what was cool about it was that it felt really good!

Carrie, I am so glad you had a run where you felt good. I ran five miles yesterday and had mixed emotions. My first thought was that I was somewhat pleased with my pace. My second thought was I can't believe I will have to do four more five mile sets plus a little more :) I guess that is where the training and the encouragement from this thread will come in.

BriarRose, congrats on the tough mudder.

cer
04-25-2013, 04:40 PM
(I think I have been trying to push to hard.)



Correction: "too hard."

Tri- Minnie, there are many days that I will start running and feel like I have never done it before. It is like my body is saying, "What, what is this we are doing?"

For me, sometimes it is easier to think of it in the smaller segements. So, that 5 miles went well, just do that again, and once more (I am over halfway there - the rest is like running home) you do those same 5 again and then your thinking changes to, I "only" have to do those 5 miles once more...and finally, I "just" have 1.2 to go...

disneygoofball
04-26-2013, 04:52 AM
Tri- Minnie, there are many days that I will start running and feel like I have never done it before. It is like my body is saying, "What, what is this we are doing?"

For me, sometimes it is easier to think of it in the smaller segements. So, that 5 miles went well, just do that again, and once more (I am over halfway there - the rest is like running home) you do those same 5 again and then your thinking changes to, I "only" have to do those 5 miles once more...and finally, I "just" have 1.2 to go...

I'm so glad that I'm not the only one whose body rebels on them! :D

Your advice to look at the race in segments is great - I tend to get overwhelmed when I'm feeling horrible at the start of a long run/race. Thanks for the good advice (even though it wasn't written for me). This thread is really helpful. :thumbsup:

PirateLover
04-28-2013, 07:40 PM
Good job everyone! Way to go, Nikki! How was this sunday's 5k?

I started having ankle/foot problems out of the blue last week and was getting pretty frustrated. DH and I decided to take it easy this week since we had our first official 5K, and that was a good call.

I got a little panicky at the start of the race because it wasn't organized very well. It was at the Philadelphia Zoo, and the pathways are pretty narrow at points. They did not have waves and the starting point was a mess. We tried to put ourselves in the middle but it was hard to tell. When we started out, everyone was running and I was afraid to stick to the Galloway method because I didn't want to get trampled. People were cutting each other off on the sides to try to jump ahead. When we got to about .4 miles DH's shoelace came undone and his little time tag fell off so he found a bench to duck off to and take care of that. That tiny break seemed to give us enough time to let the speedsters get by and get back on track with our method. Still, we ran more than we ever have. Physically I felt great, but it's my asthma that really necessitates the breaks.

We stayed together and finished right at 38 minutes (Well, I kind of burst ahead at the end to clock in at 37.59 ;) ), averaging a 12.14 minute mile, which is faster than I've ever ran on my own. That amazes me because the Zoo is really uneven, with one huge hill in particular that we had to run up and down twice. There were still people cheering at the end, which was really inspiring to give it that last push. I am so proud of both of us! :D

BriarRose0708
04-28-2013, 10:17 PM
Congrats Maryanne for finishing your first 5k strong! Isn't is a great feeling crossing the finish line knowing that not only did you just run 3.1 miles but because all the training up to that point was worth it? It's the best.

My 5k today was good too. I wasn't running it for time as it was a Color Run 5k so I wanted to stop and get pelted with the chalk powder but I still finished in 31 minutes. I was really surprised at my time as I hadn't run all week and my heat was pretty large so the first chunk of the course was slow going as the group started to thin out a bit. The weather was gorgeous though!

Hope everyone has a great week!

RedSoxFan
05-11-2013, 11:22 AM
My 5k today was good too. I wasn't running it for time as it was a Color Run 5k so I wanted to stop and get pelted with the chalk powder but I still finished in 31 minutes. I was really surprised at my time as I hadn't run all week and my heat was pretty large so the first chunk of the course was slow going as the group started to thin out a bit. The weather was gorgeous though!

Hope everyone has a great week!

Did you run the Color Me Cortland 5K? That was the race I did in April. I wanted to run the Color Run in Rochester in early May; but Kourtney had a softball tournament in Herkimer County.

That race was my 3rd race since September. I started training last July with the 5K app for a benefit run for a local teacher/friend in Lansing who had brain cancer (she died recently). The 2nd race was the Shamrock Run in Syracuse which was 4 miles. I'd love to do a Disney run some day --- that is my goal.

BriarRose0708
05-11-2013, 04:25 PM
Did you run the Color Me Cortland 5K? That was the race I did in April. I wanted to run the Color Run in Rochester in early May; but Kourtney had a softball tournament in Herkimer County.

That race was my 3rd race since September. I started training last July with the 5K app for a benefit run for a local teacher/friend in Lansing who had brain cancer (she died recently). The 2nd race was the Shamrock Run in Syracuse which was 4 miles. I'd love to do a Disney run some day --- that is my goal.

I did the Color Splash Run for the 4H. It was along the waterfront train at Stewart Park. I was hoping to do the Twilight 5K in June but I will be out of town. Let me know any time you want to do a local race, I'm in!

RedSoxFan
05-11-2013, 05:00 PM
I did the Color Splash Run for the 4H. It was along the waterfront train at Stewart Park. I was hoping to do the Twilight 5K in June but I will be out of town. Let me know any time you want to do a local race, I'm in!

Yes, a friend of mine wanted us to run that color splash race; but we too late to sign up. I thought about the Twilight race, but no headphones are allowed. I might do the Lighthouse Run at Myers Park in Lansing in August. That benefits the Lansing track team (DD16 goes to Lansing). In the meantime, I will just keep running with the dog or on the treadmill.

mickeyd
05-12-2013, 11:06 PM
WDW Marathon Weekend Training – Weeks 9,10 & 11
Can’t believe it has been 3 weeks since the last update. I’ve been super busy and so much has happened.

So three weeks ago I went to see the Physio about my sore knees. The Physio was super nice and has been really helpful. My problems seem to be related to tight IT bands and weak glutes. A pretty common problem for new runners. The Physio ordered a week off running, and prescribed some strengthening exercises together with... the dreaded foam roller. She also went to town with some deep massaging to loosen up my ITBs.

During my no running week I went to the local pool to do some swimming, which I really enjoyed. I’m hoping as my training continues that I can keep going to the pool for cross training (time permitting).

After a week and a half I was able to do some short (20 min) runs using 1:1 run walk intervals, and built up to a 30 min continuous run the following week. All good and no knee pain, so the stretches, strength exercises and foam roller seem to be doing the trick.

While I was unable to run I picked up a copy of one of Jeff Galloway’s running books, which was really interesting and had lots of good info for beginner / novice runners like me. According to his philosophy, I have been running my long training runs way too fast. (Maybe this contributed to my injury?). I’m now building up my distances again and trying to slow things down, although it’s harder than you’d think to slow down your running. I’ve dropped down from a 2:1 run/walk to a 1:1 run/walk. I managed 8km on Sat and felt strong at the end. Although I must admit I probably still ran this a bit fast – 6:40min/km.

It has been frustrating having to reduce my mileage and work back up again, but things seem to be heading in the right direction. Originally I was hoping to do the Run Melbourne ˝ Marathon at the end of July, but I might not be up to that distance by then. If not, I’ll enter for the 10km. We’ll see how it goes – my main priority is to build up my core strength and endurance without injury, so I don’t want to push things.

Trip Planning
On the planning front, we have now booked our race weekend accommodation at Port Orleans Riverside. I stayed there for the first time in 2012 and loved it. A really relaxing resort, so I’m looking forward to having it as base camp for Marathon weekend!

That’s it for this week!

PirateLover
05-14-2013, 10:55 PM
We have really been slacking since our race! The main reason is because DH had a bit of a health scare. He had a pain in his upper right abdomen area. After many tests and doctors appointments, he (thankfully) only had some inflamed spots in his stomach. We hope to get back into the swing of things soon!

lettripp
05-16-2013, 11:04 AM
I'm sorry it's been so long since I've checked in! I'm so impressed by the phenomenal work so many people are doing - RunDisney really is an incredible motivator to get healthy. I wish I'd only discovered this sooner!

Anyway, I have 3 races under my belt since starting running in January - a 5k in March, Color me Rad in April and just last week I did the Race in the Park for breast cancer research. I love that running these is giving me even more opportunities to give back. Also, since last I reported, I have changed my training and have been focusing on doing a 5k 3x per week so I am ready to start my half marathon training asap.

I WAS planning to start half training this week, but my foot has been bothering me so I went to the doctor and lo and behold - plantar fascitis. I'm hoping some of you may be able to offer me suggestions on training with this problem without making it worse. I need to focus more on being able to run the 1/2 then on keeping to my current routine, but for some reason am having a bit of a mental block about slowing down my training. I'm afraid if I slow down, I won't ever pick it back up or worse, might stop being motivated at all!''

Keep up all the awesome work. You're all amazing!!

cer
05-16-2013, 12:45 PM
Also, since last I reported, I have changed my training and have been focusing on doing a 5k 3x per week so I am ready to start my half marathon training asap.

I WAS planning to start half training this week, but my foot has been bothering me so I went to the doctor and lo and behold - plantar fascitis. I'm hoping some of you may be able to offer me suggestions on training with this problem without making it worse. I need to focus more on being able to run the 1/2 then on keeping to my current routine, but for some reason am having a bit of a mental block about slowing down my training. I'm afraid if I slow down, I won't ever pick it back up or worse, might stop being motivated at all!''

Keep up all the awesome work. You're all amazing!!

You are doing great. I am pretty new to running (began running Feb 25, 2011), but I have put in a lot of miles and overcome injuries and pain.

I am in no way a trainer, so I am just throwing this out there. Something I have to be careful with is pushing my pace when I am working on adding miles. I do myself no favors by trying to increase my pace before I am ready. So again this is 'for me', if I am not fully recovered (read feeling pain or discomfort) slowing down, running comfortably with a short stride and maintaining control throughout the entire run (I tend to push it at the end) helps me when I am trying to get the kinks out.

Are you being treated by a doctor of sports medicine? Someone who is trying to help you get back to your sport? Do NOT be afraid to slow down your training if you need to. It is ok and you will get back in it. You have plenty of time. Basically, don't overdo to a point where your body forces you to back off. (And by the way, if that happens, that will be ok, too - it may just take longer to recover) :thumbsup:

jennsky
05-23-2013, 08:57 AM
Hi guys! Just saying hello and that I'm proud of everyone's hard work out there! I just wanted to share that I have NEVER been a runner in my life but I'm getting myself all geared up for Family Fun Run 5K during #runICOT in January. I've been sorta training (not 3 times a week...maybe 1-2 times) the last few weeks but I'm all proud of myself for passing the 4K mark this past week without keeling over in exhaustion! Mind you I'm pretty red-faced for awhile afterwards but still! Took me just over half an hour doing the walk-run drills using the C25K app and also the Zombie 5K app (I'm a little Walking Dead obsessed!). I find the hardest part is getting my butt up off the couch and going out to do it. Once I do it, it's no problem. It's just the mental head game of getting up and at 'em. Fortunately the #runICOT event seems to be inspiring me enough to do it. Anyways, just wanted to share! Hope you're all doing well!! :mickey:

conan617
05-23-2013, 02:33 PM
Congrats to everyone - keep it up! The rewards are so worth the efforts!

:tuba: I'm going to toot my own horn for a second here and let everyone know I knocked over 7 minutes off my PR this past weekend in my 3rd 1/2 marathon.

I have a question though - has anyone transitioned from 1/2 marathons to full and what was the most difficult thing to overcome? I think I would like to start considering a full and looking for a little advise.

Rock on!

NewDVCowner
05-28-2013, 01:07 PM
Well my training continues for the Disneyland Half. Sunday was my longest run yet. Using the run-walk-run method I ran 7.6 miles in an hour and thirty-two minutes - which works out to about a 12:15 minute mile. The training schedule was to run 6.5 but when I got to that point I was at the far end of the park I was running at and decided to just continue as I was going to get back to where I parked. I felt really good about it. While I was glad to stop, I didn't feel like I HAD to.

I'm not getting as much encouragement and suport as I had hoped from my family. My sisters are also training for the DL Half and I've been checking in with them letting them know my progress - honestly because I'm proud of myself and I was REALLY concerned I wasn't able to do the 6.5 this weekend. The fact that I had was both surprising and gratifying for me. I was informed by them that they felt that I was rubbing it in and that they felt I was working harder than I had to just to show them up. That really hurt. Now I feel like I can't share my accomplishments (and maybe only my defeats) with them. It's really a bummer and kind of ticks me off.

But, I'm still really proud (and surprised!) but what I was able to do. I figured I'd toot my own horn here. :mickey:

cer
05-28-2013, 04:12 PM
Well my training continues for the Disneyland Half. Sunday was my longest run yet. Using the run-walk-run method I ran 7.6 miles in an hour and thirty-two minutes - which works out to about a 12:15 minute mile. The training schedule was to run 6.5 but when I got to that point I was at the far end of the park I was running at and decided to just continue as I was going to get back to where I parked. I felt really good about it. While I was glad to stop, I didn't feel like I HAD to.

I'm not getting as much encouragement and suport as I had hoped from my family. My sisters are also training for the DL Half and I've been checking in with them letting them know my progress - honestly because I'm proud of myself and I was REALLY concerned I wasn't able to do the 6.5 this weekend. The fact that I had was both surprising and gratifying for me. I was informed by them that they felt that I was rubbing it in and that they felt I was working harder than I had to just to show them up. That really hurt. Now I feel like I can't share my accomplishments (and maybe only my defeats) with them. It's really a bummer and kind of ticks me off.

But, I'm still really proud (and surprised!) but what I was able to do. I figured I'd toot my own horn here. :mickey:

Yes, this happens. My best advice is to be very selective with whom you share your accomplishments. I know you said that they are training, but your victory this weekend may be shining a light on what they are not being able to do. "My sister can do it, so why can't I?" Well, you are working harder or willing to give more....but that is a difficult place to go for them. It is easier to talk down the person who is having the success. And maybe they are completely able to get the 7.6, but they will only do the minimum. The paper says 6.5, I will only do 6.5.

I lost 25% of my body weight a couple of years ago. So, people saw that, and instead of being excited or encouraging, they said things like "You're losing too much." Hardly a compliment, but deep down it was easier for them to say something negative, than it was for them to face the fact that they could achieve it, too if they were willing to do the work. Another one that I heard was, "I could never get up at _____." Ok, well, maybe, but we are all given the same 24 hours everyday and everyone makes decisions about how to spend their hours.

So, you just keep on working on it and you will get there...and so proud of your 7.6! Don't let anyone steal your joy!

cer
05-28-2013, 04:55 PM
Congrats to everyone - keep it up! The rewards are so worth the efforts!

:tuba: I'm going to toot my own horn for a second here and let everyone know I knocked over 7 minutes off my PR this past weekend in my 3rd 1/2 marathon.

I have a question though - has anyone transitioned from 1/2 marathons to full and what was the most difficult thing to overcome? I think I would like to start considering a full and looking for a little advise.

Rock on!

Well, you just kind of 'do' it. I never made a transition. I have never competed in a half. I ran the distance for training, but my timed races were a 10K and then a full. Congratulations on your new PR! That is awesome!

I am looking back at my run history. I ran my first 13.1 on 09/03/12 and then ran a bunch of 4's and 5' s (looks like I was recovering) then I ran another 13.1 on 10/13/12 then more 3's, 4's, 5's - then on 11/03/12 was when I ran 20. Then small #'s and by the end of nov, we did back to back 8's (2 days in a row). In December, it was a lot of tapering. Now that I look at it not much running at all in Dec. Then the marathon on 01/13/13! My goal for the marathon was to finish and have a good post race experience (recover quickly).

My husband and I work with a trainer, so I just do what he says - but that is what we did.

A lot of our longer runs were on a local trail that we were pretty new to. The funny thing was that when we got past the finish line of the marathon, my husband says to me "I have something to tell you." :confused: (What could he possibly have to tell me???) So he tells me that we had read the trail wrong and the day we were supposed to do 20 and felt so great that we had done 20 - it was only 16. He had to tell me because he felt like he was keeping something from me, but he knew I was counting on that past training experience to mentally get me through - so for us we just kind of made the leap from 13.1 to 16 to 26.2! It makes me a little sick to think about it now.

Make sure you are taking in calories every 45 min. Gel shots or gu or sports beans or whatever calorie replacement works for you (try them and find your fav) and drink your water faithfully. If you really sweat - you will want to think about replacing electrolytes as well. My trainer told me that for my goal it was all about managing the race - not starting out too fast and then burning up and losing time recovering because I went too hard early on. It sounds to me like you are very experienced runner and you will not have any problems making the transition to the full.

My muscles did really well (they did not cramp up on me or anything) I was surprised at how painful the run was on the bottom of my feet (but then again - I was real slow, so they took quite a pounding!)

Another thing we have done that works well is an ice bath following your marathon. It really helps with recovery - if you can get past the cold.

Hope this helps a little. I am no trainer and I still consider myself a beginner runner, but this was my experience.

Good luck!!!

dnickels
06-04-2013, 09:40 PM
I'm one of the wheelchair guys so the numbers aren't really 1:1 translate-able to running, but...

Getting back into some summer training, about an hour each day and more on the weekends. Last weekend a 16 mile out with a 3,100 ft vertical climb and then the 16 back for a total of 32 miles. :) Slept good that night! :cloud9: Doing the same thing twice this upcoming weekend.

BrerGnat
06-05-2013, 09:07 AM
I haven't run for a long time. I have had a combo of Plantar Fascitis and illness. I have continued walking though, and bike riding.

My foot is doing better after 2 weeks of not running, so I am going to try to get back into it in the next few days.

In the meantime, I've been doing some strength training exercises so hopefully, I'll feel stronger when I get back into the running.

Yungbuck73
06-08-2013, 12:41 PM
Booked our 1st DVC stay at OKW for the #runicot. Booked our flights. Now to get back to training. I slacked off since our Disneyland trip in April/May. Now to get serious. Only 7 months to go so now begins the real training. Looking forward to seeing all of you there.

JMTStone
06-10-2013, 08:41 AM
I completed my first 5K Saturday. It was the Dirty Girl Mud Run for breast cancer. They put muddy obstacles (12 in total) through the course. I did the Galloway between the obstacles.

I know I can do it.

Cardio Kickboxing has been a life-saver. You guys will not recognize me when you see me. I've lost 35 lbs so far. The Cardio kickboxing does something a bit like Galloway once you're warmed up.... 3 minutes of boxing/kicking bag and 30 seconds learning the next exercise. They mix it up and some days work on core, some days legs, then there's the butt days.

It can be done!

disneygoofball
06-12-2013, 02:05 PM
Got my 1/2 marathon in last week Sunday and surprisingly came within 3 minutes of my PR. Since I hadn't really trained for the half, was recovering from a cold, and the course was hilly, I was super stoked to get that time. Proof of time sent in to the Run Disney folks - one step closer to the big run in January! :mickey:

RedSoxFan
06-12-2013, 10:20 PM
Just ran the Twilight 5K tonight. I shaved a minute off my time -- 32 minutes. Woo Hoo

JMTStone
06-13-2013, 06:57 AM
You guys are doing terrific. What an inspiration!

There's another 5K obstacle in my area this weekend. Then I have to find something I can put my time on and build from there. My weight is coming off and my health is much better. My cardio workouts are strong... I just have to get my stamina up. I'm using the Galloway method and it seems to work well for me.

Keep posting everyone I just love reading them!

cer
06-18-2013, 04:04 PM
Got my 1/2 marathon in last week Sunday and surprisingly came within 3 minutes of my PR. Since I hadn't really trained for the half, was recovering from a cold, and the course was hilly, I was super stoked to get that time. Proof of time sent in to the Run Disney folks - one step closer to the big run in January! :mickey:

I am so happy for you! I know you were concerned about the hills hurting your time. So glad it went well! :thumbsup:

GMRO
06-28-2013, 09:31 AM
Ok, so maybe this is an easy question...for the veteran runners out there…

Wife and I have been using JG's Easy 5K app since April2013. We really like it. We are amazed that he never really talks about "warm-up" exercises/stretching prior to his workouts. Sure he does have you walk for so many minutes then maybe a warm up run on the long day work outs in his program – but that’s it.

BUT what are you all doing to get ready for a run/workout?

We are not having issues but just wondering if JG's few minute walk is all that is needed.

THANKS!

cer
06-28-2013, 10:54 AM
Ok, so maybe this is an easy question...for the veteran runners out there…

Wife and I have been using JG's Easy 5K app since April2013. We really like it. We are amazed that he never really talks about "warm-up" exercises/stretching prior to his workouts. Sure he does have you walk for so many minutes then maybe a warm up run on the long day work outs in his program – but that’s it.

BUT what are you all doing to get ready for a run/workout?

We are not having issues but just wondering if JG's few minute walk is all that is needed.

THANKS!

When I start out, I just start at a slower pace (not even a walk, a slow jog). I don't stretch before a run. Usually it takes about 1 mile or so before all the kinks work out, but they work themselves out. Sometimes it takes awhile for your body to realize that, "Oh, we are running today?" There have been times for me personally that I have gone 2.5-3 miles before my body catches up/wakes up.

I'm interested to hear what others do. At any rate, it has to work for you. :thumbsup:

GMRO
06-28-2013, 11:11 AM
Thank you Carrie.

I feel that too...about the first .50 or .75 into a run - I don't feel the want to quit - but my body is like what is this??? lol

Then it almost happens all at once and the rhythm hits and I get into the zone and as you say the kinks get worked out.

What a nice feeling once you get into the groove!!!

Disoriented
06-29-2013, 04:39 PM
Ok, so maybe this is an easy question...for the veteran runners out there…

Wife and I have been using JG's Easy 5K app since April2013. We really like it. We are amazed that he never really talks about "warm-up" exercises/stretching prior to his workouts. Sure he does have you walk for so many minutes then maybe a warm up run on the long day work outs in his program – but that’s it.

BUT what are you all doing to get ready for a run/workout?

We are not having issues but just wondering if JG's few minute walk is all that is needed.

THANKS!


I’m a pace group leader in the local Jeff Galloway training program in the Twin Cities and have had the opportunity to listen to Jeff speak a few times with the most recent one being back in March, and the current philosophy on stretching is to not do it, or at the very least to not do it cold.

Jeff does not seem to a big proponent of stretching at all but feels that the best time to stretch is about a half an hour after a workout which gives the muscles a few minutes to relax after being stressed. Personally if I waited a half hour after running to stretch, my legs would turn into rocks, but I do let them rest by walking for 10 to 15 minutes before I start my stretch.

I attended a seminar a few years ago and was listening to a speaker from the Sister Kinney institute which is a rehabilitation clinic here in the Twin Cities that also deals in sports related injuries and according to him when you stretch a cold muscle you are creating several micro tears in the muscle tissue which when coupled with the micro tears that are created when you run, can help lead you to injury.

The best way to prepare your muscles for any strenuous activity is to warm them up slowly through motion, so when I start out on a run I start out by walking and then start running at a very slow pace and gradually pick up speed as I feel everything start to loosen up.

GMRO
07-01-2013, 09:23 AM
Thank you very much for the great info!

Figured there was a reason JG never mentions in his coaching in the app to stretch... or to be sure you did. ;)

KEWL!

BriarRose0708
07-01-2013, 12:47 PM
I'm all for a dynamic warm up and a post-workout stretch session, but I haven't thought to wait 15 minutes to a half hour after a run to stretch. Maybe I'll give that a try next run.

I was completely sidelined last week by Norovirus, YUCK :ack: so I haven't run or done anything physical in a while. Need to get back at it now that I'm feeling better. I have a 10 miler in 2 months I need to get ready for, and I want to do as well as I can since it will be the proof of time I send to runDisney.

What do any of you do for runner's knee? I am starting to feel it in my right knee around mile 4 or 5. I think some of it has to do with needing new running sneakers soon, but maybe I should try some insoles or a knee brace?

Tri Minnie
07-01-2013, 02:55 PM
It is wonderful to read about all of the training and race accomplishments. It is interesting to read the posts about stretching philosophies. I have never been one to incorporate a lot of stretching, and I usually feel guilty. However, I realize I am more like Carrie, in that I usually warm up over the first mile or two. Although, it sometimes takes me a little longer to get into the groove :)

My base training has been going fine, but I need to start getting in some longer runs on the weekends. I just wish I had a running partner, as it seems to make the miles pass more quickly.

Keep up the great work!

GMRO
07-02-2013, 08:53 AM
I had a bout with runner’s knee last year. WOW did that hurt. Unfortunately I kept on pushing. I knew no better. I've only been using JG's method since April2013 so I didn't know his method of what to do if you get hurt running or how to stay injury free.

Anyway I had been power walking for about 4 years pulling a 11 to 12 m/mile consistently. So I figured let's throw in a jog/run. Well in about 2 weeks of doing this I really hurt my right knee. I do 4 miles…and was walking 2 and running 2 - 1W; 1R; 1W; 1R. Wow did I mess myself up!

Because I kept on walking hard while my knee was hurt, I gave up on running after that, it took me about 2 months for the pain to finally go away. It could have been longer. Since then I learned the importance of good shoes, ones that are not worn out...as well as a nice short stride and the W,R,W method too. I was running full miles with no stopping. WHAT WAS I THINKING!!!???? I feel between the worn out shoes and my in-experience of having a longer run stride I induced the knee issue.

Now since April2013 I prepared for my first 5K in May2013. Yes I’d been walking – never had given that up. During the 5K I finished up much better than I thought I could – a 28:46 less any pushing. Upon that return from vacation and 5K I got JG's app and have been using it when I go out each run. I've seen my improvements and come to realize ALL the mistakes I made in the past. So far all is very good and my runs are improving and I'm staying injury free. AND THE FUN LEVEL has really improved too.

SORRY - can't offer any help for the knee...but I do know it's painful. I know I self medicated with ibuprofen and STOP PAIN spray. Hey I lived on that for over 2 months. I sure am glad I gave running another chance...now a little smarter, I'm all in. In my case I blame me for my inexperience of getting hurt.

Far as running with a partner...my wife and I started in April2013 for our first 5k in May. We have walked at home during the week in the past. Not bad…walking is easy to keep a pace with someone, IMO. And the walks were short, 2miles each. For running though - problem is she is shorter than me. And has a slower pace and shorter stride. So she always tried to speed up as I slowed down to match so we could run together. BUT now we both have the JG app and now WE both feel we enjoy our runs more since she does her own thing as I do. We go to the track or lot to run together on our run days...but we only meet up after our workouts. Yes she did her first 5K too in May2013. She did very well and we are both proud. Since using JG’s app she has improved too. She’s running more/longer workouts and improving her stamina and speed. We feel with the app we can run at our own pace and enjoy it. Not that we are looking to be Olympians...but if you holding your natural pace back or speeding up to try and match a partner...it could actually make you enjoy the workout less. Just my thoughts... BUT I do know what ya mean with doing it alone. I run at work alone. Don't mind it...but our weekend runs and evening runs with the wife are BETTER!!! ;) I’m sure there could be better apps out there…but I gotta say JG’s is working for us and we both enjoy it. BUT wow it sure is a BATTERY HOG for the iDevice! LOL

ENJOY and stay injury free!!!

BTW, if JG ever comes to Pittsburgh WE want to attend one of his seminars!!!

JMTStone
07-02-2013, 09:14 AM
BTW, if JG ever comes to Pittsburgh WE want to attend one of his seminars!!!

I'm glad your training is going better. Thanks for the detail so I don't make the same mistakes.

You're in Pittsburgh? JG was just here for the Pittsburgh marathon.

Where do you run? I'm also looking for a partner in crime (fellow Yinzer here)

Tri Minnie
07-02-2013, 09:45 AM
It is great to see some fellow western Pennsylvanians. I am a big fan of the Montour trail. It has some different running surfaces and a lot of options for entering and exiting.

GMRO
07-02-2013, 01:24 PM
Yeah it is!

KEWL!

GMRO
07-02-2013, 01:26 PM
I'm glad your training is going better. Thanks for the detail so I don't make the same mistakes.

You're in Pittsburgh? JG was just here for the Pittsburgh marathon.

Where do you run? I'm also looking for a partner in crime (fellow Yinzer here)

I work in Cranberry Twp. So I run on the road towards Knob Park.

When wife and I run during the week or weekends we live near Deer Lakes HS. SO we try and use the running track...but though schools out...they had a lot of stuff on the field/track. So we have been using their LARGE parking lot. Not bad but I can say that I do enjoy the track due to the surface for the longer runs JG has you do during his workouts. ;)

THANKS!

RedSoxFan
07-03-2013, 07:08 AM
Has anyone ever done a glow in the dark 5K? They are having one here where I live in October that I think I'm going to run. Looks like fun; although there isn't a lot of info on the website yet.

Also might do the local 5K in August that benefits the track team for my DD16 high school.

And depending on DD16 HS soccer schedule, I may run the Color Run in Providence with her, my sister and niece.

Christine
07-03-2013, 09:27 AM
I would love to do a glow run and a color run!

I did a donut run and had a blast!

I also want to do a tough mudder. But that Wouk require EXTENSIVE training and I'm not sure my body is up to that!

JMTStone
07-03-2013, 10:55 AM
I did the Dirty Girl 5K with 12 obstacles. It was fantastic. I wore Minnie ears. We got DIRTY and had a blast. I wanted to do the Rukkus but its the weekend before we leave for Disney but with my luck, I'd break something and have to use crutches in the parks........ in July.....

GMRO
07-03-2013, 02:03 PM
The night glow run sounds pretty neat. I've LED's on my Harley...and on my night flying models. Yes we night fly R/C too! I can imagine outfitting my shoes with some sort of glow wire or LEDs for night runs!

ALSO, what equipment do you folks like for logg'n your workouts/runs? I've been using the Nike+ stuff. Any of you folks on the nike plus site? I got the GPS Sportswatch for Christmas this year. Was on the fence between the fuel band and the watch. Decided on the watch and so far love it! Prior to that I used my iPhone or iTouch with the Nike Run app on an arm wrap with buds. Now-a-days I use my iTouch for JG's app and the Sportswatch for the actual logging. Really like how that app works far as the motivation and music beat match for pace. Very nice!

Interested in what ya use.

BTW, I got some Nike Fit Dry socks while at the outlets in FLA in MAY. WOW, what a difference these thin socks make. I used them for a few days during my morning runs around CBR while on vacation. After that we went back to the outlets and got a few more pairs! Another thing we love about our vacations/trips to the WORLD are the great running places and stores! Yea, I shop... LOL Wife laughs cause she says I have an eye for things as I say that are KEWL!

Great thread!

mickeyd
07-03-2013, 10:33 PM
Training - Weeks 12- 18
Goodness, I can’t believe it has been 7 weeks since my last update. Things have been pretty busy both personally, with a pregnant wife, and at work.

So when I left off (7 weeks ago!!) I was recovering from sore legs. The physio did great work and I was able to start building my distances again. That was until I got a man cold- which sidelined me for about two weeks! No fun to run when you can breathe! Anyway, once over the man cold, I was able to continue with my two weekday 5km runs and my weekend long runs.

The long runs have been building up:

11km
13.5km
16km
8km
19km
10km


I was particularly excited by my 19km (~12miles) run which I completed in 2:03:51. I never imagined that I could run this far (well, run/walk), and I now feel that I can now conquer the half marathon distance. Which is just as well because I have signed up to do the Run Melbourne Half Marathon on 21 July. This will be my first ever race and I’m hoping it will give me some good race condition experience before heading to Disney. It will also give me an official race time that I can submit to runDisney, and hopefully get me into an earlier corral (every little bit will help avoid the sweepers on Marathon Weekend.)

Unfortunately I have had a little bit of knee discomfort in the last week, so I have taken a week off my running to try and let it heal. Not ideal preparation for the half marathon in a few weeks, but better than aggravating it. So fingers crossed it comes good in the next few days so I can have a few runs before Run Melbourne.

I am enjoying the running, and have surprised myself by the distances I have been able to go – but the interruptions to the training plan (illnesses and injury) have been frustrating. Hopefully as my base fitness improves there will be fewer problems.

In another milestone, the Galloway Dopey Training plan started this week – which is exciting. For the time being I’m following Galloway’s half marathon training plan to get me to Run Melbourne on 21 July. After that I’ll switch over to the Dopey plan and my Dopey training will officially begin!.

Trip Planning
We have room only reservations for POR for the first 5 nights. Just waiting for the 2014 packages to be released by Disney to book the second part of our trip – which will be 9 more nights at POR. Packages are supposed to be released 10 July – so not long to wait. Out 180 days for ADRs is 11 July, so I am currently trying to decide where to book. The dinners after the race weekend are kind of a reward for us.

The plan so far is
- Ohana
- Liberty Tree
- Via Napoli
- Sanaa
- California Grill
- Yak and Yeti (Lunch)
- Rose & Crown
- Ohana
Happy to receive any suggestions :mickey:

The only other thing to organise is our flight from LAX – MCO. I have been holding out for Virgin America to release their non-refundable fares for Jan – they still haven’t for the dates we want to travel. The fully refundable one way fares are $811!! I can’t imagine they will fill a plane with those fares. Frustratingly, while we have been waiting, the fares on AA (our second choice airline) have gone up $60. Oh well. I’ll give Virgin America until we get the Disney package booked in mid July, and if there are no non-refundable fares by then I’ll bite the bullet and book with another airline. Knowing my luck Virgin will release their cheaper fares the next day :pout:

Sorry it has been so long between updates! I promise to update more frequently!

Christine
07-03-2013, 10:37 PM
Ouch! Those are hefty airfares!!!

Congrats on your mileage!!

And I second and third 'Ohana as a dining suggestion!

JMTStone
07-05-2013, 06:42 AM
Your mileage is great. I've also been doing the "wait and see" dance with my favorite airlines. I'm less than 2 weeks from my next Disney trip and want to see if I can roll all of them miles up into 2 tickets for DH and myself. Good luck with Virgin!

I second Christine's vote and my second preference if you can't get that is California Grill.

DH Jon has been trying to get me to move to Florida and following Christine is making me wonder.... the true test will be heading down for 10 days in the middle of summer to see if I can take it.

Christine
07-05-2013, 04:00 PM
It's plenty hot and humid having to train in the summer I can tell you that, but living in FL sure makes running in January so much nicer too! :)

Disoriented
07-05-2013, 06:51 PM
What do any of you do for runner's knee? I am starting to feel it in my right knee around mile 4 or 5. I think some of it has to do with needing new running sneakers soon, but maybe I should try some insoles or a knee brace?

Illiotibial band or IT band syndrome, AKA runners knee. Most people that suffer from this, sense the pain on the outside portion of the leg just below or on the bottom portion of the knee.

The IT band runs along the outside of your leg from the hip to the shin bone and helps stabilize the knee joint.

The pain you feel is inflammation and if you don’t it let heal, can become quite painful and could possible result in scarring.

When I was afflicted by this last winter I was amazed of how much disagreement I found concerning causes and treatments I came across in doing my research.

It seemed like nobody agreed on everything but there were a few things that most of the experts who ranged from physical therapists to athletic trainers had in common.

The big hitters for cause are trying to run too many miles too soon, running too fast, running too many days of the week (kinda goes with too many miles too soon), poor running form and too long of a stride (which goes with poor running form)

As for remedies the big one is rest along with the foam roller from h*!!
It was about equal for those that recommended stretching and those that said stretching would buy you absolutely nothing.

For me I did the rest thing, along with the foam roller which I still use from time to time even though I’m not having IT band issues at this time. I also tried some exercises that were designed to help strengthen the non running muscles of the leg but I do not know if they made any difference in my recovery and I have not done them for a few months and my long runs currently are between 20 to 26 miles long.

As for shoes I only found one person that thought shoes in this instance could be the cause of the problem, but if you have heavily worn shoes and suffer from Over-pronation or Supination then I could definitely see that as being a cause since that would fall under the running form category. Shoes have an average life of around 500 miles and you should be keeping a log of your milage. The average person training for a half or full marathon will go through about 2 pairs a year. Since you are having this issue at the 4 or 5 mile mark this could be your primary issue. I didn't experience my issue until I hit the 20 mile distance.

But all is not lost, endurance running is primarily muscle conditioning and you gain as much muscle conditioning walking as you do running the same distance so even if you have to take some time off you should still be able to walk without pain and still maintain some of your conditioning for when you are able to run once again.

PirateLover
07-06-2013, 09:59 AM
Thank you all for keeping this thread alive! With all the craziness going on lately we still have yet to get back into a routine and it stinks!

I've actually avoided this thread, which was dumb, because the reason I started it was to share all of our stories and be inspired. And that is what just happened now. I feel so inspired again by your journeys.

There is a nice lake near where we moved that we plan to run around, but we are in a massive heatwave again so we will be signing up for the local gym Monday morning. I will miss having our little apartment complex gym. Hardly anyone was ever in there so it was like a private gym! I'm hoping I will be able to make use of a trainer. MY DH, lord bless him, has lost 50 lbs in about 1/2 a year. I in the meantime keep yo-yoing around the same number. I've just been in a but of a funk and I need to stop the late night snacks and get serious about working out again. My DH is too nice to be firm and tell me "no" when I grab the pretzels and mustard at 9pm... I have to get motivated again to discipline myself. I promise to check in more frequently! :thumbsup:

Melanie
07-06-2013, 10:26 AM
Well, I've finally gotten out of my funk and off my lazy bum and gone full force into at least getting where I can finish the 5K in 45 minutes. Hey, that's good for me. ;)

Really, this is all a change of lifestyle for me. I have to do it in steps, or it won't work. For a couple of months now, I've really changed how I eat (mainly portion size), and now I'm working on the walking/exercising. My son needs to work out for baseball, so we joined a gym yesterday and I'm happy I'll be able to hit it when the weather turns cold again. I don't mind the heat so much.

Maryanne, the 9pm snacks aren't my issue. It's the 9pm glass of wine or couple of beers. I hate drinking my calories!!! I'm slowly but surely going to get a hold of that, but it's taking some time.

Love reading everyone's progress and suggestions! :walk: :thumbsup:

BriarRose0708
07-06-2013, 11:40 AM
Has anyone ever done a glow in the dark 5K? They are having one here where I live in October that I think I'm going to run. Looks like fun; although there isn't a lot of info on the website yet.

Also might do the local 5K in August that benefits the track team for my DD16 high school.

And depending on DD16 HS soccer schedule, I may run the Color Run in Providence with her, my sister and niece.

I'm signed up for the 8:30 p.m. heat! Hope to see you there!!!! It's going to be so much fun!

What is the 5k in August? I'll sign up to help the school!

RedSoxFan
07-07-2013, 09:55 AM
I'm signed up for the 8:30 p.m. heat! Hope to see you there!!!! It's going to be so much fun!

What is the 5k in August? I'll sign up to help the school!

The 5K run in August is the Lighthouse Run at Myers Park. You should be able to google it. I believe it's August 10 at 9am.
I have not signed up for the Glow Run as I'm waiting for a friend to sign up so we get the same time as it's more a group fun run and not being timed (as far as I know). I don't want to run it alone --- no fun there. And DD16 has no desire for either run this time.

PirateLover
07-07-2013, 01:35 PM
Maryanne, the 9pm snacks aren't my issue. It's the 9pm glass of wine or couple of beers. I hate drinking my calories!!! I'm slowly but surely going to get a hold of that, but it's taking some time.


Ummm I forgot to add that the reason I typically crave the snack is because I've had a :wine::beer: or 2 :blush:

Melanie
07-07-2013, 04:07 PM
Ah, yeah, I hear ya, Maryanne. Fortunately for me, the ONE thing that has rubbed off on me through the years with my fit, disciplined DH, is not eating at night. He will rarely eat after 7pm, 6pm if he can help it. We eat dinner early, and I only eat late if I'm on vacation or at a sporting event, etc. The :beer: :wine: is a different story. :blush: But we can do it!!!

JMTStone
07-08-2013, 06:41 AM
But we can do it!!!

I'm down 40 lbs so far. Seriously, the people from ICOT15 may not recognize me by January. I'm using MyFitnessPal on my iPhone (insert John scoff here) and Cardio Kickboxing in addition to Jeff Galloway Couch to 5K program (also on my iPhone). It. Can. Be. Done. Now I regret not signing up for the 10K. But the 5K may be better for a *first* at runDisney. But I will cheer all of you on!

Go runICOT!

disneygoofball
07-08-2013, 09:08 AM
I'm down 40 lbs so far.

Congratulations!!! :thumbsup: That's a huge accomplishment!

It's great to hear everyone's stories. Keep it up guys! :number1:

GMRO
07-08-2013, 09:11 AM
I'm down 40 lbs so far. Seriously, the people from ICOT15 may not recognize me by January. I'm using MyFitnessPal on my iPhone (insert John scoff here) and Cardio Kickboxing in addition to Jeff Galloway Couch to 5K program (also on my iPhone). It. Can. Be. Done. Now I regret not signing up for the 10K. But the 5K may be better for a *first* at runDisney. But I will cheer all of you on!

Go runICOT!

GOOD FOR YOU!!!

Aren't the iPhone apps the BOMB!!! There are soooo manyyy to use to help keep motivated.

Where do you take the kickboxing? My brother just franchised thru his Karate school a kickboxing program. BUT for wife and I it's just too far for us to drive to on a regular basis. Would love to do it but over an hr for a drive 1 way. His school is PKA.

Keep up the great work!

I ran 3 10k's from July 4th thru the 7th for practice while off over the holiday weekend. Using JG's 5K app with the setting of IMPROVED 5K has really helped me since I've been using it. Seems I over-run his timing/workouts though I tried to tune it to the best of my knowledge. Nike Sportswatch shows the true data. So when he has me do 5.50m during a workout I end up at 6m or so due to my comfortable pace thru run/walk/run. I just add a little more length to the workout and get the 6.2 in. Thus far I'm just under 1 hr for the 6.2m workout. Pretty happy about that!!!

Melanie
07-08-2013, 09:11 AM
I'm down 40 lbs so far. Seriously, the people from ICOT15 may not recognize me by January. I'm using MyFitnessPal on my iPhone (insert John scoff here) and Cardio Kickboxing in addition to Jeff Galloway Couch to 5K program (also on my iPhone). It. Can. Be. Done. Now I regret not signing up for the 10K. But the 5K may be better for a *first* at runDisney. But I will cheer all of you on!

Go runICOT!

You go, Mel! That's awesome! You are right, anyone can do it. :thumbsup: :notworth:

Tell me about MyFitnessPal. Right now, I'm just using MapMyWalk on my phone and then we've officially started at the gym. I'm honestly so excited to make these changes in my life. The past few years have been extremely stressful, and I let things get out of hand. I feel better already with the eating and exercising changes I've made. I want to be able to really run some of the 5K, instead of just semi-jog like I did last year.

GMRO
07-08-2013, 09:17 AM
You go, Mel! That's awesome! You are right, anyone can do it. :thumbsup: :notworth:

Tell me about MyFitnessPal. Right now, I'm just using MapMyWalk on my phone and then we've officially started at the gym. I'm honestly so excited to make these changes in my life. The past few years have been extremely stressful, and I let things get out of hand. I feel better already with the eating and exercising changes I've made. I want to be able to really run some of the 5K, instead of just semi-jog like I did last year.

Mel,

Just don't "HIT" it too hard and cause an injury or discouragement. I'm sure your husband will help.

Your body needs to recover too.

GOOD LUCK TO YOU on your new life-style. IT is self-addicting! The more you do, the more you want to do. The better you will feel...the better still you will want to feel.

AWESOME!!!

Melanie
07-08-2013, 09:25 AM
Mel,

Just don't "HIT" it too hard and cause an injury or discouragement. I'm sure your husband will help.

Your body needs to recover too.

GOOD LUCK TO YOU on your new life-style. IT is self-addicting! The more you do, the more you want to do. The better you will feel...the better still you will want to feel.

AWESOME!!!

Thank you! Yes, I'm only a few weeks in with the walking, and I definitely want to do it now and want to do more. I want to get to the point where I truly understand my DH's desire to run. He truly gets edgy if he goes more than a few days without running. He's definitely great encouragement for me though, and is great for advice. I'm thrilled my sons have taken after their dad and run as well. My youngest is excited about doing the 10K in January.

JMTStone
07-08-2013, 09:53 AM
GOOD FOR YOU!!!

Aren't the iPhone apps the BOMB!!! There are soooo manyyy to use to help keep motivated.

Where do you take the kickboxing? My brother just franchised thru his Karate school a kickboxing program. BUT for wife and I it's just too far for us to drive to on a regular basis. Would love to do it but over an hr for a drive 1 way. His school is PKA.


Queue "Its a Small World After All"

I am at PKA 5 days a week. My daughter is testing for black belt this summer. She's in the Core class with a little blond girl you know. I've been taking kickboxing with Mr O and Khom since January then they added the franchise. Small world, eh? You can find me on their facebook page.

I love the apps too!

JMTStone
07-08-2013, 09:57 AM
Tell me about MyFitnessPal. Right now, I'm just using MapMyWalk on my phone and then we've officially started at the gym.

I'm excited for you. I love the kickboxing. Its great for stress too; cheaper than therapy and lawyers.

The MyFitnessPal tracks calories/carbs/proteins/exorcize. I've been using it for almost 150 days straight and its helped me immensely. You can take pictures of bar codes and track calories that way. I hear its a lot like the Weight Watchers app. Its a free app. You can do it in addition to your MapMyRun.

Keep it up Mel - we'll look GREAT in our runICOT shirts cheering for the others!

GMRO
07-08-2013, 10:46 AM
Thank you! Yes, I'm only a few weeks in with the walking, and I definitely want to do it now and want to do more. I want to get to the point where I truly understand my DH's desire to run. He truly gets edgy if he goes more than a few days without running. He's definitely great encouragement for me though, and is great for advice. I'm thrilled my sons have taken after their dad and run as well. My youngest is excited about doing the 10K in January.

You just hit the nail on the head!!!

EDGIE!!!

That is exactly how I feel if I don't get my runs in... ;) At work I run 5K at lunchtime M thru F. I run with the wife in the evenings as she works towards her JG program.

Folks always ask can't you take a day off!!! I actually rather NOT and just RUN! The mind and soul clenzing <sp> it does is well worth it.

Very happy for you and your family! The family who runs together...gets there FASTER!!! heheh

GMRO
07-08-2013, 10:49 AM
Queue "Its a Small World After All"

I am at PKA 5 days a week. My daughter is testing for black belt this summer. She's in the Core class with a little blond girl you know. I've been taking kickboxing with Mr O and Khom since January then they added the franchise. Small world, eh? You can find me on their facebook page.

I love the apps too!

NOW THAT IS A SMALL WORLD BUT I wouldn't want to paint it!!!

YUP, Mr. O is my youngest brother. I'm very happy/proud, our whole family is, of his business and latest franchise. I just met Khom recently when we visited his facility a few days after his Grand Opening. I can only WISH him all the success in the WORLD!!!

GOOD FOR YOU and GOOD LUCK!

YES the little blond girl...know her well! ;)

Melanie
07-08-2013, 02:46 PM
It IS a small world! That's very cool, you guys.

OMG....love MyFitnessPal. You're right, Melissa, that it's much like the WW app. I love the barcode feature. Been playing with it the last half hour getting all my food entered. Thank you so much for the suggestion!

GMRO
07-08-2013, 02:59 PM
It IS a small world! That's very cool, you guys.

OMG....love MyFitnessPal. You're right, Melissa, that it's much like the WW app. I love the barcode feature. Been playing with it the last half hour getting all my food entered. Thank you so much for the suggestion!

Melanie,

Apps, iDevices...etc...don't ya just love to "abuse-technology"? hehehe

I'll have to check that app out. Sounds super KEWL!

What will they think of next?

JMTStone
07-09-2013, 02:47 PM
I made my flight arrangements for DH and myself. We arrive 1/8 and leave 1/12. I know we will miss some of the festivities but my younger daughter (11) can't stay with family Monday night.

Melanie
07-09-2013, 05:38 PM
I made my flight arrangements for DH and myself. We arrive 1/8 and leave 1/12. I know we will miss some of the festivities but my younger daughter (11) can't stay with family Monday night.

You guys are good, Mel. Nothing big going on Sunday that I know of. You're actually coming in before many others.

PirateLover
07-09-2013, 06:40 PM
I used to use MyFitnessPal until someone recommended "LoseIt!" They are pretty similar apps but I like the user interface better with Lose It.

We ran two laps around the lake (2 miles) in heat and humidity yesterday. It was too hot to do more than that, and I got a pain in my arch that is still nagging today. We also joined Planet Fitness, and they offer free training sessions which I will definitely avail myself of.

We just booked our room at the Dolphin for runICOT! We are staying the 9th-12th.

Christine
07-10-2013, 12:16 AM
Oooo the dolphin is in Jellyrolls walking/stumbling distance!! :thumbsup:

whymsycalwitch
07-10-2013, 02:19 PM
Booked our flights today!!! WHEEE! Arriving Thursday the 9th at Beach Club, leaving Monday, the 13th for a few days in Key West before returing home on the 18th. There is a massage booked for me in Key West. I'm so looking forward to running my first half.

Training is slow & difficult this week. I need to find my mojo & get back out there if I ever think I will be able to cross that finish line.

Yungbuck73
07-10-2013, 04:39 PM
Hearing everyone talking about their training has me getting excited about #runICOT. I just started my walking again this week (i had sprained my ankle a few weeks ago, not bad but enough to keep me from doing to much), and it feels good. One question I have, I have been getting some minor pain in my shins up to me knees, is this just due to lack of activity and I just have to work thru it? It's just sore and takes a bit to loosen up.
WE are all booked at Boardwalk from 1/8-1/12 and I am only doing the 5K so Jellyrolls will def be in my plans as well as cheering for everyone else during the other races. Keep it up everyone and we will have a great time!!!

Christine
07-10-2013, 06:54 PM
Justin stretch, stretch, stretch!! It'll help!

Glad I hear everyone is coming along on their training so well! I'm so excited- we are going show wdw how to #runICOT !

PirateLover
07-10-2013, 08:29 PM
Oooo the dolphin is in Jellyrolls walking/stumbling distance!! :thumbsup:
You know it!!! :cool::thumbsup:
Looks like a lot of us are in the Epcot area. Should be good time.

Justin I agree with Christine. Stretch!!

Yungbuck73
07-10-2013, 08:36 PM
[QUOTE=Christine;2362868]Justin stretch, stretch, stretch!! It'll help!


Do u think that's all it is. I just need to stretch before and after? I was thinking the same thing.

disneygoofball
07-10-2013, 11:05 PM
Do u think that's all it is. I just need to stretch before and after? I was thinking the same thing.

You might also try icing your shins after runs and another time or two during the day. A really easy solution is to fill some dixie cups (the small paper, disposable cups a lot of people put in their bathrooms) about 3/4 of the way full with water and then freeze them. When you want to ice, just tear the paper down far enough to expose the ice, and then rub it on your shins for about 20 minutes. Make sure you have a towel handy, though, because of the melting. :blush:

JMTStone
07-11-2013, 07:33 AM
Do u think that's all it is. I just need to stretch before and after? I was thinking the same thing.

I heard its even more important to stretch AFTER your run. So I've added a little Yoga session in my yard if weather permits. I've found that I am LESS sore. I'm also taking Ortho Bioflex for my knees (I have little cartridge in my left knee from an old softball injury)

GMRO
07-11-2013, 08:05 AM
All great info.

You may know this already, or not, but you could be running while "over-striding". JG keeps saying that you should not run thru the pain. He suggests to return to a walk for a min and let your body recover then try to run again. IF it happens again in the run do it again and walk. He suggests this a few times to try and clear it up. Forcing it and running with pain is neither enjoyable nor good for the inflammation that is occurring. His last piece of info is IF it won't clear up during the workout/session then to stop the run and rest a day.

He also says that "some" discomfort is normal. PAIN - IMO is not discomfort. My hips for about the first .50 length of a run ache for a while. Not sharp pains...but they are sore as I find my rhythm. Once fully warmed up all is good and I don't feel any pain or else. I do a lot of planks and other exercises using "TUL" method in the AM to stretch and get ready for each day. Building core strength is a good thing.

I find that IF I'm in some sort of pain during the run that if I ease off the pace a little I recover and the pain goes away. JG also says this a bit too. I tried it and it does work. I've learned a lot from his APP and listening to my body with each workout I complete.

GOOD LUCK and listen to your body while running. Hope you get back to your normal enjoyment.

cer
07-11-2013, 11:45 AM
5 mile run today - miserable.

We have been adjusting our fuel (food) in order to lean up so that the training will be better (reduce the pounding/improve speed). I am 4 days in and my body is having to learn to pull the energy from its stored sources ('fat').

Mechanically everything else was fine - but energy - gone.

Looking for a better run tomorrow...

cer
07-11-2013, 11:56 AM
Something I do, that is non-stretching, is rolling out my calves with a foam roller. I use the trigger point therapy ball as well when muscles get knotted/tight.

Helps keep things loose. It is like self massage. It works really well for when you are doing work on hills, inclines etc.

Christine
07-11-2013, 10:47 PM
5 mile run today - miserable.

We have been adjusting our fuel (food) in order to lean up so that the training will be better (reduce the pounding/improve speed). I am 4 days in and my body is having to learn to pull the energy from its stored sources ('fat').

Mechanically everything else was fine - but energy - gone.

Looking for a better run tomorrow...

I think you're supposed to energy (healthy carb) before a run, then lean up (protein rebuilding) after a run?

BrerGnat
07-12-2013, 07:13 AM
Booked our flights yesterday as well. Flying out of BWI late on the night of the 8th. Staying one night at Hyatt MCO for under $100 since we arrive so late. We will head to our WDW resort the morning of the 9th so we will miss the 5k but will be cheering everyone on in spirit!

Still waiting for the anouncement about potential military discounts for next year to book our resort.

I am a bit nervous waiting too long though, as we definitely want an Epcot resort (and S/D not an option since neither of us want a repeat of our last experience there). I was on the Disney website last night and almost booked a room at...gasp...RACK RATE. I got so far as the point of entering in my credit card number for the deposit. But, I couldn't bring myself to do it. I must be allergic to paying rack rate. :blush: LOL! I will wait a little longer.

BrerGnat
07-12-2013, 08:35 AM
It IS a small world! That's very cool, you guys.

OMG....love MyFitnessPal. You're right, Melissa, that it's much like the WW app. I love the barcode feature. Been playing with it the last half hour getting all my food entered. Thank you so much for the suggestion!

MyFitnessPal is great. I've been using it for awhile now.

My one caution about it, and it's kind of a big deal, is that the "calories burned" doing the various exercises you can enter are really, really inaccurate, at least for me. It underestimates by a huge margin. I know this because I wear a heart rate monitor while I work out, and there are calculators you can use (if you don't have a fancy gadget that does it for you) where you input the duration of exercise, the average HR during that time, your age, height, weight, gender, and it will tell you EXACTLY how many calories you burned. When I run, for example, my HR stays around 165 average. If I run at 5 mph average pace for an hour, MyFitnessPal says I burned 500 cal, while the true number is closer to 650-675. My heart rate tends to be on the high side, which is what the "calories burned" is based on. MyFitnessPal uses very random averages to calculate, so be aware of that.

Melanie
07-12-2013, 08:40 AM
I've been manually entering my calories, because I've already noticed exactly what you're pointing out, Nat. But, so far I really love MyFitnessPal, mainly for the nutrition tracking.

GMRO
07-12-2013, 09:12 AM
I think you're supposed to energy (healthy carb) before a run, then lean up (protein rebuilding) after a run?

You got it Christine! BUT you've logged longer runs so you knew this...RIGHT? ;)

I always try and eat a bagel or some form of complex carbs, not a ton, about an hour or so before a run. Then after I try and get some of the good stuff...protein!

I've also found a cup of coffee before a run helps me get into a rhythm sooner in my run.

I'm not the source behind this...JG is...

I just try stuff and give it a shot and see if it works. I weed out what don't work for me.

I'm pretty regimented so I have no problem being a test dummy! LOL

JMTStone
07-12-2013, 09:23 AM
MyFitnessPal is great. I've been using it for awhile now.

My one caution about it, and it's kind of a big deal, is that the "calories burned" doing the various exercises you can enter are really, really inaccurate, at least for me. It underestimates by a huge margin.

I've had the same type of results. It says my 45 minutes of kickboxing is 635 calories. Other websites say 700-800. I like that its lower... just because it keeps me in check! (No, I don't want to have a 250 calorie cookie to waste 1/2 hour of kickboxing time).

GMRO
07-12-2013, 09:25 AM
MyFitnessPal is great. I've been using it for awhile now.

My one caution about it, and it's kind of a big deal, is that the "calories burned" doing the various exercises you can enter are really, really inaccurate, at least for me. It underestimates by a huge margin. I know this because I wear a heart rate monitor while I work out, and there are calculators you can use (if you don't have a fancy gadget that does it for you) where you input the duration of exercise, the average HR during that time, your age, height, weight, gender, and it will tell you EXACTLY how many calories you burned. When I run, for example, my HR stays around 165 average. If I run at 5 mph average pace for an hour, MyFitnessPal says I burned 500 cal, while the true number is closer to 650-675. My heart rate tends to be on the high side, which is what the "calories burned" is based on. MyFitnessPal uses very random averages to calculate, so be aware of that.

YUP, agreed with that.

What really drives me buggy is that using some of the fancy gadgets...still shows some inconsistencies. Like my Nike Sportswatch...no matter if I power walk and do a 12min/mile for a 5K duration or run/walk/run it at 9 1/2 min/mile it still shows the SAME calories burnt after the 5K. No way is that right.

You'd think with the data you enter into a gadget with your profile, age, weight, height and it knowing your speed/pace and duration that it would better see a difference between a harder run vs. a walk and show that under the calorie count. I can say on the Nike+ GPS Sportswatch…it don’t. But I do like the features of it for sure.

Course we all burn more during the after burn too - after a run. So we know we are torching thru more any way vs. what our apps or devices display. I do like that heart monitor thing you mention. GEEZE I hope I don’t feel the need for one of those too! ROFL

IMO the key is, don't get obsessed with any of it. It will remove the fun of the run! And drive you crazy as you try and make "perfect" sense of everything you eat/enter into an app as well as every activity you perform. Any movement is good! And eating the good stuff is always better vs. the processed stuff and snacks.

YES - I've been there - obsessed. Now I try to relax a bit and enjoy it! The weight will come off if you stick to it and don't get put down by what the scale may show you at times. You see toning, weight loss and YOU WILL HAVE TO BUY NEW DISNEY CLOTHES or wear the old stuff that NOW hangs off you do to your new fitness level!

GOOD LUCK TO ALL and stick to it.

WOW the encouragement here is KEWL!

GMRO
07-12-2013, 09:27 AM
I've had the same type of results. It says my 45 minutes of kickboxing is 635 calories. Other websites say 700-800. I like that its lower... just because it keeps me in check! (No, I don't want to have a 250 calorie cookie to waste 1/2 hour of kickboxing time).

OMG, now that is too funny - in a nice nice way. 250 calorie cookie!!!

BEEN THERE!

We use the 80/20. And sometimes you do need a little bit of the bad stuff so your body processes it. Once in shape your body will RIP thru the bad stuff.

You are obviously on the right track!!!

Melanie
07-12-2013, 09:29 AM
YES - I've been there - obsessed. Now I try to relax a bit and enjoy it! The weight will come off if you stick to it and don't get put down by what the scale may show you at times.

At this point though, I need to be obsessed. I need to give it my full attention in my life right now. Otherwise, it won't work for me in the long run. Hopefully I'll get to where you are in the future. :)

GMRO
07-12-2013, 09:44 AM
At this point though, I need to be obsessed. I need to give it my full attention in my life right now. Otherwise, it won't work for me in the long run. Hopefully I'll get to where you are in the future. :)

I hear ya. SORRY didn’t mean to put it down and sure hope you didn't take it that way.
YES the apps got me off my butt and moving. It was slow at first and I tracked each thing I put onto my mouth. YES it does help to be motivated and in my case it was the apps that did it. SURE I wanted to do it to get healthier and the app(s) I used helped me change my life-style of eating etc.

I feel, really do, that if you stick with your plan no matter how you do it...you did say you are starting off which is great...you WILL be able to change your life-style too and get to where you want to be. One day it will just CLICK and it will happen naturally.

I only meant to offer caution as to say in my case it was an obsession at times. DW and I started using apps at the same time and changing our life-style. And she hated it. I had no issues, don't mind routines etc, but I will say it did drive me crazy for a while trying to find everything in the app to enter it. Sure it was a few years ago and we didn’t have an app that did the bar scanner feature. Very similar into what it did but it was pretty manual.

When you are making a CHANGE, for the better, most of us need that BUMP to keep us on point. And the apps and gadgets are great for that.

Looking forward to following your successes!!!

Hope you got my meaning...:thumbsup:

cer
07-12-2013, 10:57 AM
I think you're supposed to energy (healthy carb) before a run, then lean up (protein rebuilding) after a run?

Ordinarily, yes, but I am working on conditioning at a deficit so that when I put it back in, I will be 'super charged'.

It is just where I am at right now in my personal training (emphasis on personal).

Kind of like people who work out in the gym with a weight vest. Condition/train their body harder, so that when the vest is removed they will be that much quicker or baseball players who work with a weighted bat.

When I do longer runs (over an hour) I take in calories every 45 min. and I absolutely recommend it. Also on those longer run days I begin my day with a bagel and peanut butter.

Right now leaning up is priority. I have to remove the weight so that I can have the energy to sustain and reduce the risk of injury. I am in an adjustment/growing period.

Please know that I am not out here being wreckless or putting myself at any risk. Also, my training is supervised - so what I am working on is not meant everyone, just me at this moment. It is no secret, though, that the less weight you carry the better your experience will be.

So yeah, this is where I am now.

Happy training, everybody! :thumbsup:

GMRO
07-12-2013, 12:27 PM
Cer,

I get it and can admire what you are doing. And glad it's supervised.

I use a weight vest when doing TUL exercises. And it WORKS you hard!!!

GOOD LUCK with the transformation/conditioning!

Melanie
07-12-2013, 05:35 PM
Hope you got my meaning...:thumbsup:

Absolutely, and I totally get where you are coming from. I love to hear everyone's story and get encouragement from those who have been there, done that. :)

Yungbuck73
07-12-2013, 07:37 PM
Thanks to all for the advice on the stretching. I googled some stretches for before and after, and I have done the stretching the last 2 days and have gone further and felt soo much better after. I have had no more pain just aches, but thats to be expected. I am only in the walking stage building up to running, but I feel really good. Now to work on the diet. I heard some people mention about not eating after a certain time, my work schedule rotates around the clock so its very difficult to set my body clock to not eat after a certain time. I guess the best thing I can do is to atleast eat something healty such as fruits or some veggies. It's difficult, but its time for a change. Thank you to ALL the ICOT peeps who spoke about the RunDisney and got me motivated to attempt to do a 5K and try to build up to maybe more.
I also told my Wife, that since we are going on a Disney Cruise right after the marathon weekend, I am gonna do the 5K on Castaway Cay. I have heard it is fun.
Once again, I love hearing all the training stories and tips and advice. Keep en coming. It is a great motivator.

Christine
07-12-2013, 11:20 PM
Yay Justin!!!!! :number1:

mickeyd
07-14-2013, 12:00 AM
Training – Weeks 19 – 20
Week 19 of my training was a slow one. I took a week off running to rest my sore right knee. I skipped my two midweek runs, and did a 6 km walk with my Dad on the Saturday. The rest did me good, and my knee felt back to normal this week. I did two weekday runs of 5km each. They were a bit of a hard slog after a week off, but I took it easy and got through them without any discomfort or injury. Yesterday I did a 10km long run, which is my last long run before the Run Melbourne half marathon next week.

I’m glad I rested my knee and I’m feeling good physically for the half marathon, but I am also bit worried about how I will go – it has been far from the perfect preparation. But I’m looking on the bright side. I could have been worse. My knee could have kept me from even attempting the half next week.

So wish me luck for my first ever official race and first half marathon run next Sunday!

Trip Planning
Lots of exciting trip planning stuff this week. First we finally booked our flights from LAX to Orlando. I was hoping to go with Virgin America, but we bit the bullet and booked with American Airlines for $183 pp (Virgin was still showing $811!!). It’s a non stop flight that will get us into MCO around 4pm.
Second the 2014 Disney rates were released this week, so we were able to book the package for the second part of our stay – 9 nights at Port Orleans Riverside!! We paid it all upfront to guard against the pesky dropping Australian dollar.

Third, we made (most of) our ADRs!! Managed to get pretty early dinner reservations for the race days, as we will be having early nights to get up at 3am! Also I imagine I’ll be zonked after the marathon. Our list looks like this.

Raglan Road
House of Blues
POR Foodcourt (for the nights before the half and full marathons)
Ohana (post marathon dinner)
Liberty Tree Tavern
Via Napoli
Sanaa
Citricos (will probably replace with California Grill when it opens up for bookings again)
Yak and Yeti (Lunch)
Rose and Crown
Ohana (yes, again)
Chefs de France


Lots going on this week!

Hopefully when I post next week I will have finished my first half marathon!!

snowflakegirl
07-14-2013, 02:34 PM
I haven't been running recently, but was from summer 2011 until the end of October 2012. I started in an effort to get fit and then realized I actually really liked running. I started out barely able to jog the thirty second stretches on the C25K and by October I'd managed to get up to running/jogging my short runs of 3 miles at 9 minute miles and my long runs of 8 miles with an average of 11-12 minute miles. I only stopped because I got pregnant in September and despite my intention of at least maintainimg what I was already doing, I found rather quickly that it suddenly felt like I was using all new muscles to run and I could barely maintain 1 mile without walking portions, so I had to stop. Now my little Peanut is here (he'll be a month old this week) and I'm looking forward to getting back to training as soon as I get the go ahead from my doctor. I'll basically be starting over from scratch, and finding time to train with an infant, my husband's crazy work schedule, and my return to work will be difficult, but I'm hopeful. And my husband and I talked about it and agreed that running in the 2014 F&W half is the perfect motivator/reward for my work ;-) . As long as all goes according to plan, I should start training again the first week of August.

GMRO
07-16-2013, 01:54 PM
Ever feel let down by NOT being able to get a run in?

I actually look FORWARD each day to running. Almost like the time before and after a run is just standing still until I get to run.

M-F mornings go ok...breakfast before work at 6:30AM then to work for 8AM. First break at 10AM for a snack at work...then at 11:30AM - RUN TIME!!! It’s like I work all AM to just get to mid day for my 5k or longer. Then I have lunch. Break at 2:30PM with snack and now I can't wait to get home to run with the DW on our run days in the evenings. She is following JG's 5K app...I do to, but I tend to overdo it since I run at work daily with the app pending weather.

During the weekend, at least one of the 2 days, we get a longer AM run in from JG's program/coaching app.

ANYWAY, I feel robbed - cheated if I can't get my runs in. Just wondering if ya'll do to?

JMTStone
07-16-2013, 03:37 PM
Ever feel let down by NOT being able to get a run in?

Today I donated blood and may not be able to do kickboxing tonight (I'm a bit woozy) and I'm real mad about it. I'm asking myself why I scheduled this on a day I have training? I'm glad I got my short run in this morning. So I know EXACTLY what you're going through.

I find the stress levels are much lower now that I'm on regular schedule. Especially after punching and kicking (insert name of person annoying me here) the bag.:boxing:

GMRO
07-16-2013, 03:58 PM
I find the stress levels are much lower now that I'm on regular schedule. Especially after punching and kicking (insert name of person annoying me here) the bag.:boxing:

YUP!

Nice thing donating too. In that situation I'd be fine knowing it was for a positive thing. You may want to rest today.

KEWL!

PirateLover
07-16-2013, 08:09 PM
Does anyone have any experience with Plantar Fasciitis? I think this might be what I am experiencing. I have a pain in the arch of one foot and it's been there for a week and a half now. It isn't constant. I feel it the most when I stretch out my foot. When I push on it, it seems to emanate from the tendon close to the inside of the arch. I know you guys aren't doctors, but I really don't feel like driving out and paying a copay for something I may be able to deal with on my own. I have not tried to run on it. I have done the exercise bike and the elliptical. The elliptical bothered it slightly.

I am another one looking to reduce a bit weight wise. I rejoined Weight Watchers. I lost with them before, but I got lazy about it and gained it back. I have tried calorie-counting apps for half a year now and still can't seem to lose. WW's points plus system really seems to work better for me, and now that I am serious about working out I feel more confident that I can keep the weight off this time.

dnickels
07-16-2013, 10:22 PM
Training's going good for me, riding everyday and did ~18 miles Saturday at almost 15 mph pace so I'm not too far away from where I'll be racing at. Hoping to get a better racing wheelchair when I get back to Florida too so that'll give me more incentive to up the training.

Unfortunately I've gotta travel for the next two and a half weeks for friends getting married and can't bring the racing chair with me so I'll be unable to ride at all until I get back. That'll be a rough week getting the lungs in shape when I start again!

Christine
07-16-2013, 10:37 PM
Great job everybody!!!! :cheer:

Yungbuck73
07-17-2013, 02:06 AM
[QUOTE=PirateLover;2364292]Does anyone have any experience with Plantar Fasciitis?

I have had a problem with Plantar Fascitis for a few yrs now. I went to a podiatrist and got custom orthotics. They were expensive but everytime i get a flare up, I use them in all my shoes for a few days and I usually feel better. Since I have started getting ready for runICOT, I keep the orthotics in my work shoes.
I know there are some orthotics you can buy in drug stores, but mine are custom and I get them refurbished every year or so.

PirateLover
07-17-2013, 07:51 AM
I have had a problem with Plantar Fascitis for a few yrs now. I went to a podiatrist and got custom orthotics. They were expensive but everytime i get a flare up, I use them in all my shoes for a few days and I usually feel better. Since I have started getting ready for runICOT, I keep the orthotics in my work shoes.
I know there are some orthotics you can buy in drug stores, but mine are custom and I get them refurbished every year or so.

Thanks for the response. That is what I was afraid of. Right now I can't really afford a big expenditure. My cousin had to get custom orthotics and it cost him a pretty penny. My insurance isn't that great. I guess I'll head to a podiatrist if the pain is persistent, but I was hoping I could make it go away on my own :blush: It's so weird that it came out of the blue. I have never had a problem with my feet like that, but from what I've been reading it does seem like plantar faciitis. Boooo! :down:

GMRO
07-17-2013, 08:40 AM
Thanks for the response. That is what I was afraid of. Right now I can't really afford a big expenditure. My cousin had to get custom orthotics and it cost him a pretty penny. My insurance isn't that great. I guess I'll head to a podiatrist if the pain is persistent, but I was hoping I could make it go away on my own :blush: It's so weird that it came out of the blue. I have never had a problem with my feet like that, but from what I've been reading it does seem like plantar faciitis. Boooo! :down:

Good luck!!!

I've never had that...but can only imagine its painful.

My feet are duck feet flat. SO many shoes bother my feet. They are wide and most shoes just squish the heck out of them and in 5 mins its very painful.

I did get some very nice nike lunarglide4's this past May2013 while on vacation. WOW, they fit my feet perfectly and they didn't require any break in. My feet never hurt in these.

Not saying they would work for you...but I do see the need for proper shoes. JG has some great info on how to chose shoes and how NOT too as well. ;)

Hope you get your condition cleared up!

GMRO
07-17-2013, 08:40 AM
Great job everybody!!!! :cheer:

Where in the heck to you get all those emicons?

ROFL!!!
Very KEWL!

Christine
07-17-2013, 09:02 AM
Where in the heck to you get all those emicons?

ROFL!!!
Very KEWL!

:D
When you are in the reply box, you'll see the ones to the right, and below those you'll see "more" -- click on that and it opens up a huge page full of them! They're so fun!!
:keyboard:

BrerGnat
07-17-2013, 09:59 AM
Thanks for the response. That is what I was afraid of. Right now I can't really afford a big expenditure. My cousin had to get custom orthotics and it cost him a pretty penny. My insurance isn't that great. I guess I'll head to a podiatrist if the pain is persistent, but I was hoping I could make it go away on my own :blush: It's so weird that it came out of the blue. I have never had a problem with my feet like that, but from what I've been reading it does seem like plantar faciitis. Boooo! :down:

You don't need expensive orthotics. You can manage PF on your own. You will have to spend some $, but not a lot. Both my husband and I have had PF (I currently have a flare up as well).

First of all, get some Dr. Scholl's Orthotics for HEEL PAIN. They will indicate on the package that they are for PF. Make sure you get the Women's. When you put these in your shoes, you won't even notice them.

Also get a PF nighttime foot splint. This thing is super uncomfortable, I'm not going to lie, but it works! It is a brace that you wear while you sleep that keeps your toes in a flexed position. In general, you want to avoid the "pointed toe" position as much as possible. The goal is to STRETCH the plantar fascia as much as possible.

NEVER walk anywhere barefoot from now on. Always wear supportive shoes or sandals with good arch support. I like Fit Flops for summer.

Before you get out of a seated position, stretch your foot for a second first.

Take NSAID's as tolerated. My favorite for this kind of pain is Aleve Liquid Gels.

You can run through PF as long as you slow down. Make sure you are using a short stride and focus on a midfoot strike and really focus on rolling off the ball of your foot at the end of each stride. This will provide a nice stretch after every stride. Obviously, if your pain is really bad (as in, you are limping around), take a week or so off from running, and do some other type of cardio to keep in shape. I actually like to do stair climbing (on actual stairs, not a machine) while I have actively painful PF, as I will do the climbing on my forefoot mostly.

The Dr. Scholl's inserts are under $10 and can be found at Target, Wal Mart, chain drug stores, etc. The brace is around $30 if I recall correctly.

barnaby
07-17-2013, 12:58 PM
Does anyone have any experience with Plantar Fasciitis?


My wife had it. Unfortunately, the only way she got rid of it was a Dr. visit, rest, and orthotics. She also had to wear a boot overnight. But I know other people who manage it on their own as well, as BrerGnat does.

I've never had problems with it, however I did have shin splints. Best thing I ever did was go to a running shoe store where they analyze your gait, posture, etc. Getting the right shoe made a big difference. If you haven't done it yet, it is worth a try. (I only jump in this thread on occasion to try to glean some running advice, so it may have been mentioned already)
I know your in the NJ/PA area, not sure how close you are to Mullica Hill. I went to the South Jersey Running and Triathlon Company right in town. It a small business where you get a knowledge and friendly staff. And the prices were comparable to a big chain store like Dicks.

PirateLover
07-17-2013, 02:59 PM
Thanks guys. I do have a good show. I went to a store where they analyze your gait and all that stuff. The foot that I believe has PF has always pointed out a little bit. Not sure if that has anything to do with it.

Nat, those are some great tips. Of course I am a barefoot/flats type chick most of the time. In the summer I am barefoot whenever I can be. I don't have fit flops but I do have a pair of flip flops that are 2 inches thick and quite firm with some arch support so I guess I'll start wearing those around the house for now. I'll get the cheap inserts and take some Aleve and see what happens from there. :thumbsup:

disneygoofball
07-19-2013, 09:16 AM
Anyone else having a rough week of training? I don't know what the deal is - maybe the weather (it's super hot and humid here right now), or maybe just summer laziness. This has definitely not been a great running week for me. :(

GMRO
07-19-2013, 09:27 AM
So yesterday I ran my RACE DAY final on the JG 5K app. Week 7 day 3...

I improved my 5K time by 2min 28 seconds when compared to before I started JG's workout program to now.

AND WOW was it hot yesterday in PA. "Real-Feel" temp was 104F. I ran at lunchtime and then after work with DW at 7PM for another 5K. Both times showed the same improvements within seconds! I was totally pumped!!! My official time at the Castaway Cay 5K was good, IMO, but now it's even better.

I'm a firm believer in JG's method. Funny, at the 5k on CC I did a full run. Now with JG's method I'm faster, stronger and take the walk breaks during the 5K.

It really felt great to finish the program and see the results. Very happy with the app and his method. And it's nice to see he's got a few stay in condition days to use as well. A very well thought out app IMO.

Problem now is I'M WEARING OUT MY SHOES FAST!!!
:walk:

GMRO
07-19-2013, 09:35 AM
Anyone else having a rough week of training? I don't know what the deal is - maybe the weather (it's super hot and humid here right now), or maybe just summer laziness. This has definitely not been a great running week for me. :(

Stick with it!!!

DW has struggled this week. She complained about the heat for sure. And at times she said during her workout run portion she had to walk it.

I told her, as JG says, you made it thru the work out. YOU need to listen to your body and take the walk breaks when you need them. Remember you FINISHED the workouts all week and that's great!

YUP, in PA this week it’s been VERY HOT and 74 to 76 humidity. LIKE PEA-SOUP! I'm sure it slowed me down as I adjusted my pace. BUT it still felt great to finish the runs/workouts. I took weds off and let me tell you I was edgy all day!!! Could not wait till Thurs to get my runs in!

I can only run about a few times a week or my hips get very achy. So I take a day off to recoup. I figured that out as my pace slipped if I pressed on each day. I was adjusting for my discomfort. A day off makes all the difference. And my pace returns to what I consider the norm. I'm sure after the heatwave this week, we are to have 80's next week, I'll see an improvement in my time per the lower heat/humidity. DW will too! She's already looking forward to our Sunday morning run/workout.

Don't fret...you got thru it!

cer
07-19-2013, 10:41 AM
Anyone else having a rough week of training? I don't know what the deal is - maybe the weather (it's super hot and humid here right now), or maybe just summer laziness. This has definitely not been a great running week for me. :(

Last week was my "bad" week. This week was much better. We have had a lot of rain here and it really took the edge off the heat.

Starting a new 4 days of running tomorrow. The heat is back...we'll see how it goes. :thumbsup:

Melanie
07-19-2013, 10:48 AM
Well, even though I'm just walking, I still have managed to make it through this week with this horrendous heat. I'm bumping up the length of my walks as well, doing 4 miles each of the last 3 days. I'm also going to the gym at night and doing a slower paced treadmill walk. I'm starting to see results, which is a great feeling. A few more weeks of walking, with a few short sprints, and then I'm going to dive into Couch to 5K. Hopefully my hip issue doesn't rear it's ugly head again. :unsure:

Keep up the good work everyone, and stay hydrated!

GMRO
07-19-2013, 01:08 PM
Well, even though I'm just walking, I still have managed to make it through this week with this horrendous heat. I'm bumping up the length of my walks as well, doing 4 miles each of the last 3 days. I'm also going to the gym at night and doing a slower paced treadmill walk. I'm starting to see results, which is a great feeling. A few more weeks of walking, with a few short sprints, and then I'm going to dive into Couch to 5K. Hopefully my hip issue doesn't rear it's ugly head again. :unsure:

Keep up the good work everyone, and stay hydrated!

Good for you MEL!

AND FOR EVERYONE WHO's STICKING WITH IT IN THIS CRAZY SUMMER HEAT!!!

Course in Feb2013, while I was shoveling show for the girls - papillons, I was looking forward to the heat... hheheheh

disneygoofball
07-19-2013, 10:41 PM
This is such a great thread for encouragement. :number1: It's nice to know I'm not the only one having a rough week. I'm thinking of joining my husband's gym - I need to start doing some strength training, and it will give me an option for really hot days.

BrerGnat
07-20-2013, 02:35 PM
I'm so glad this hot week seems to be over today. Looking forward to returning to outdoor running. I've been using my treadmill the past week and have eeked out 5 mile runs a few times, which I often have trouble with outside, so I know I'm not really working as hard on the treadmill. :blush:

I went for a bike ride yesterday and it felt nice to not be pounding on my feet for once. Man, it was hot, though!

Everyone keep up the great work!

Mel: Way to go! Now my long walks don't seem so bad, do they? ;)

Melanie
07-20-2013, 05:41 PM
Mel: Way to go! Now my long walks don't seem so bad, do they? ;)

Wowza! Today was brutal. I lounged around a bit too much with my coffee this morning and got off a little later than I wanted to. 3.3 miles later, I was done! It took me a bit to recover.

I took a little cheat day yesterday ( no exercise and went over on my caloric intake) and I felt so guilty. I know it's probably good to cheat every now and then though? I know most of you are probably past this stage, so let me ask....do you run/walk/exercise in order to eat what you want?

BrerGnat
07-20-2013, 06:26 PM
Wowza! Today was brutal. I lounged around a bit too much with my coffee this morning and got off a little later than I wanted to. 3.3 miles later, I was done! It took me a bit to recover.

I took a little cheat day yesterday ( no exercise and went over on my caloric intake) and I felt so guilty. I know it's probably good to cheat every now and then though? I know most of you are probably past this stage, so let me ask....do you run/walk/exercise in order to eat what you want?

Don't feel bad. I cheat at least once a week. In fact, Saturday is my day where I don't log my foods. Anything goes. Only one day per week though.

I always say I run so I can eat dessert.

cer
07-21-2013, 07:15 AM
Don't feel bad. I cheat at least once a week. In fact, Saturday is my day where I don't log my foods. Anything goes. Only one day per week though.

I always say I run so I can eat dessert.

We call our day off from our eating plan our "free food day". You must have those extra calories and carbs occasionally so that your body will continue to lose.

My problem for a while was that our scheduled free food day would start on Friday and go through Sunday! - Ummmm, it did not work. :secret:

And as far as running to be able to eat whatever, that doesn't work for me. :( It is a shame, really, I have found that my diet is a much greater part of my overall fitness and can easily negate any work I have done. So, unfortunately, running does not make me have the freedom to eat anything, anytime, but that would be so cool if it did.

mickeyd
07-21-2013, 11:36 PM
Run Melbourne Half Marathon

I’m pleased to report that on Sunday I completed the Run Melbourne half marathon – my first ever half marathon (and first ever race).

It was a chilly 6 degrees (C) when we started running just after 7am. My plan was to slowly run (jog) the first mile or so until the crowd thinned out and then revert to my Galloway run/walk intervals. That was the plan, but a couple of things happened along the way. First, I was running with some friends as part of a charity group and I wanted to run with them for a bit. After the first mile my legs were feeling great, and my breathing was easy, so I decided to keep running with the group. I wasn’t sure if I would regret this later – but the pace of the group seemed quite manageable. It wasn’t until about 4 kms in I realised that we were actually running at a 5:58min/km pace (about 9:30 min / mile), which was pretty fast for me.

Now that the sun was up the weather was perfect for running, clear sky and 10C. There was heaps of entertainment along the course, and running with the group was lots of fun. Before I knew it we were at the half way point and I was still feeling pretty good – still running. It was about this time that I lost the rest of the group without realising it. I was a bit worried that I had deviated so far from my race plan. In all my long run training I had used run/walk intervals and I had just run 11 km without any walk breaks. I was in the zone, focused on maintaining a consistent pace and conserving energy. I thought the others were just a few meters behind me, but after not seeing or hearing them for a mile I realised that I had moved ahead. I decided to keep going at my pace, knowing that the others were better runners than me and that they would catch up. I was thought it was quite likely that I would slow down dramatically in the last few kms.

In the end, I surprised myself. I was able to keep my steady pace right up to the end. The last km was the hardest – my legs, hips and back started tightening, but the pull of the finish line and seeing my family kept me going.

My official time - 2:08:01. I couldn’t believe it. I began the run thinking 2:30 would be achievable and I would have been happy with that time. The aim was really just to finish. So excited that I have now officially run a half marathon.

Not sure how I could possibly run a full marathon the next day – walking up and down stairs is hard enough right now – but there is another 5 months to work that out. I’m sure during the Dopey Challenge I will be sticking to my run walk intervals!! But Run Melbourne was a fantastic first race. I had lots of fun and now have a proof of time to get me out of the back corrals at WDW Marathon Weekend (as well as a fancy Run Melbourne medal).

cer
07-22-2013, 09:13 AM
Run Melbourne Half Marathon

I’m pleased to report that on Sunday I completed the Run Melbourne half marathon – my first ever half marathon (and first ever race).


My official time - 2:08:01. I couldn’t believe it. I began the run thinking 2:30 would be achievable and I would have been happy with that time. The aim was really just to finish. So excited that I have now officially run a half marathon.

But Run Melbourne was a fantastic first race. I had lots of fun and now have a proof of time to get me out of the back corrals at WDW Marathon Weekend (as well as a fancy Run Melbourne medal).

Excellent - all of it! Congratulations!!!!

GMRO
07-22-2013, 10:30 AM
I took a little cheat day yesterday ( no exercise and went over on my caloric intake) and I felt so guilty. I know it's probably good to cheat every now and then though? I know most of you are probably past this stage, so let me ask....do you run/walk/exercise in order to eat what you want?

UMmmm, maybe. I do it for fitness and to keep my back in check. I have spinalstenosis and it helps me keep my back muscles strong to help me.

But I do admit if you are burning calories YES you can eat a “little less healthy”. WE try not to. Nothing with preservatives or lots of bread and less chips and junk food. And we are not big on alcohol but do have wine and some liquor at times. Just not on a regular basis…just in moderation as with all that is not super healthy. We do watch what we eat but at times we do, I would not say eat what we want, eat less healthy. I'm a fried food and pizza junkie and ice cream fool! My self control over the past 5 years has gotten a lot better. We do 80/20. You do need to have some of the "bad" stuff at times to keep your metabolism in check. So chicken wings some pizza etc is not bad. Turkey Hill ice cream too! Just not every day/night!!! LOL

But I would say usually we are very health conscience. Funny we look at the internet when articles are posed when some head-line says – BEST FOODS TO BURN CALORIES or TO LOSE WEIGHT. Then I read it and sigh…YEAH WE ALREADY DO THAT – TELL ME SOMETHING I DON’T KNOW, PLEASE!!!

In case you didn’t know, higher protein foods and complex carbs are better. They help feed your muscle and your body will burn the fat when you run/walk/workout. PLUS if you eat the better stuff you won’t be hungry as often. Also be sure to eat some sort of breakfast and at least 4 times a day. I found that one thing, I never ate breatkfast...nor ate 4 times a day ever until I began my conditioning years ago. This helps keep your metabolism active. If you already knew this...sorry.

YES the workouts do help but if you are trying to lose weight...the main rule is you need to burn more than you take in for loss. Soon you will see your clothes will be loose! It will happen over time. Stick with it. It's much better to lose the weight and get into shape slow as the weight begins to fall off you vs. trying to starve yourself. Starving doesn’t work. Your body will go into starvation mode and store fat as a defense mechanism. So don't do that! Its a change that takes time.

Building strength works thru some basic body weight exercises that you can do at home will help too. CORE exercises...you can never go wrong with those. If you can squeeze in 10 to 15 mins of some exercise each day - at least - you can go a long way. This would be on your OFF run/walk days. OR you can still do them on your run/walk/cardio days too. I do... Who does not have 15 mins to spare??? I have found this a great complement to the walking/running workouts.

Key - stay motivated. Dn't choose GOALS of exercise that are TOO HARD and too long per session. That's why I suggest do them on your days off from walking/running. If you set a bar too high - you won't do them on a regular basis. It will be easier to say, I’ll just skip it today… And that won’t help. Start out slow...and progress. Try a few reps. Start at 10. Then each week try and add 10. If you can get yourself up to 30 reps of an exercise before muscle fail that is great. If you GOOGLE “TUL” you will see types of exercised that don’t require any equipment and or need much time. TUL – time under load. You get more of a muscle work out in a shorter time. Don’t be fooled that you need to work out with weights for hrs and hrs each day. Unless you want to look like Hugh Jackman in the new Wolverine movie! ;)

I may suggest:

Pushups - either men’s or lady type.

For Core Workouts - PLANKS - they are great. Both left side and right side and center types.

And some sort of sit up. WE purchased a BOSU BALL years ago and it's a great balance core tool and sit up type of device.

Pushups and Core/Planks and Sit-ups will help you tone. And there are MANY variations of them. GOOGLE will show you how many variations are out there. Again start out slow and progress. You will see weekly improvements. REMEMBER we all started somewhere!!!

If you have some other issues with a bad back or ailment TUL is good since it’s a SLOW work out with your own body weight. It’s the fast type of workouts pounding high rep counts that can get you in trouble.

GOOD LUCK!

GMRO
07-22-2013, 10:35 AM
Run Melbourne Half Marathon

I’m pleased to report that on Sunday I completed the Run Melbourne half marathon – my first ever half marathon (and first ever race).

My official time - 2:08:01. I couldn’t believe it. I began the run thinking 2:30 would be achievable and I would have been happy with that time. The aim was really just to finish. So excited that I have now officially run a half marathon.

CONGRATS on a job well done!!!

NewDVCowner
07-22-2013, 06:36 PM
Well, I'm continuing with my training. The Disneyland Half is just over a month away. My first organized run. I can't believe it's so close!

I also can't believe that I ran eleven miles on Sunday. I finished in two hours, fifteen minutes. I'm certainly not going to set any speed records but my pace is pretty consistant. Plus the very fact that I ran ELEVEN miles is pretty impressive - at least for me.

It was a hard day for me, too. Even at the begining of the run on Sunday I needed to push for every step. By about the seventh or eighth mile I was seriously questioning what I was thinking and by mile ten my chant to get me through was 'just one more mile.' :blush: But, I did it. I was VERY glad when RunKeeper told me that I'd hit eleven miles. At that point rather than staying on the path I took a short cut back to my car. I just couldn't bear the thought of adding another half mile at that point by contining on the track. ;)

BriarRose0708
07-22-2013, 07:07 PM
Two words you guys- FOAM ROLLER

My uncle is an athletic trainer/sports PT and does rehab for many professional & minor league sports teams and this weekend I got some great recovery/stretch tips. Definitely stretch after running and he didn't think it mattered if you stretch immediately or waited a little bit after your cool down. But the best tool for recovery you can use is a foam roller. Roll every day whether you ran or not- do you quads, hammies, calf muscles and your outer thighs/hips. That last one is the most important for helping with runners knee, which I've been dealing with lately. They are around $15-20 and worth every penny. I got one and rolled today after cross training- OMG it felt so great. I am really looking forward to using this!

Tri Minnie
07-27-2013, 11:19 AM
It is so motivating to read each race or training story. Congratulations! In fact, I was thinking about the posts on this thread while I was out for my run this morning. Thank you for helping me through the nine miles! Although I didn't love every minute of it, I actually started to be excited about the marathon. Up until today, I was really wishing I had stuck with the half!

Keep it up everyone and thank you for all of the encouragement.

cer
07-31-2013, 01:48 PM
Well, I'm continuing with my training. The Disneyland Half is just over a month away. My first organized run. I can't believe it's so close!

I also can't believe that I ran eleven miles on Sunday. I finished in two hours, fifteen minutes. I'm certainly not going to set any speed records but my pace is pretty consistant. Plus the very fact that I ran ELEVEN miles is pretty impressive - at least for me.

It was a hard day for me, too. Even at the begining of the run on Sunday I needed to push for every step. By about the seventh or eighth mile I was seriously questioning what I was thinking and by mile ten my chant to get me through was 'just one more mile.' :blush: But, I did it. I was VERY glad when RunKeeper told me that I'd hit eleven miles. At that point rather than staying on the path I took a short cut back to my car. I just couldn't bear the thought of adding another half mile at that point by contining on the track. ;)

Congratulations on your 11! You are going to do so well at the Disneyland Half! The energy that you will pull from the event - well, I can't wait for you to experience it. :mickey:

cer
07-31-2013, 02:03 PM
It is so motivating to read each race or training story. Congratulations! In fact, I was thinking about the posts on this thread while I was out for my run this morning. Thank you for helping me through the nine miles! Although I didn't love every minute of it, I actually started to be excited about the marathon. Up until today, I was really wishing I had stuck with the half!

Keep it up everyone and thank you for all of the encouragement.

Great on the 9! My training is structured differently in that I am putting in 4 days of lower #'s - then I get a day off and start a new 4 day push. So when I see posts of 9's and 11's and 13.1's - I feel like I am behind in my training. But I tell you, right now I could not even begin to think of those numbers. Currently, I am in another 4 day cycle. 4-6-6-6. I completed the second 6 this morning. Another 6 tomorrow...really looking forward to Friday....:secret:

Happy and healthy training everybody!

By the way... I love my foam roller. Just sayin'

Yungbuck73
07-31-2013, 05:15 PM
Today I walked 3.44 mile in 1:00:15. Today was my best day. Broke all kinds of personal "records". I know I will be running soon. Thank you soo much to #runICOT family for giving me the motivation to do this.

BriarRose0708
07-31-2013, 06:00 PM
Today I walked 3.44 mile in 1:00:15. Today was my best day. Broke all kinds of personal "records". I know I will be running soon. Thank you soo much to #runICOT family for giving me the motivation to do this.

:thumbsup: Love it Justin! You're a rockstar, keep up the great work!

Melanie
07-31-2013, 06:05 PM
Well, I'm continuing with my training. The Disneyland Half is just over a month away. My first organized run. I can't believe it's so close!

You'll have to let me know what you are wearing, as I'll be on the course cheering. You can do this! :thumbsup:


Today I walked 3.44 mile in 1:00:15. Today was my best day. Broke all kinds of personal "records". I know I will be running soon. Thank you soo much to #runICOT family for giving me the motivation to do this.

You rock, Justin! :thumbsup:

Okay, admission time. I think I went a little too hard core and it caught up with me. Not enough caloric intake for the amount of exercise I was doing. :unsure: I'm steadying that out though, and have cut back some on the exercise and have felt good these past few days. It was a rough weekend though.

But good thing is, my time is getting better, and I'm not even out of breath when walking. I can actually carry on a conversation. LOL! Running will start soon...very soon.

Yungbuck73
07-31-2013, 06:05 PM
:thumbsup: Love it Justin! You're a rockstar, keep up the great work!

Thanks I'm trying.

cer
07-31-2013, 06:29 PM
Today I walked 3.44 mile in 1:00:15. Today was my best day. Broke all kinds of personal "records". I know I will be running soon. Thank you soo much to #runICOT family for giving me the motivation to do this.

Go get 'em!

Congratulations! :number1:

GMRO
07-31-2013, 07:37 PM
Great on the 9! My training is structured differently in that I am putting in 4 days of lower #'s - then I get a day off and start a new 4 day push. So when I see posts of 9's and 11's and 13.1's - I feel like I am behind in my training. But I tell you, right now I could not even begin to think of those numbers. Currently, I am in another 4 day cycle. 4-6-6-6. I completed the second 6 this morning. Another 6 tomorrow...really looking forward to Friday....:secret:

Happy and healthy training everybody!

By the way... I love my foam roller. Just sayin'

Awesome!!! Keep it up!

GMRO
07-31-2013, 07:38 PM
Today I walked 3.44 mile in 1:00:15. Today was my best day. Broke all kinds of personal "records". I know I will be running soon. Thank you soo much to #runICOT family for giving me the motivation to do this.

Congrats!!! It's only gonna get better. Stick with it. :thumbsup:

GMRO
07-31-2013, 07:43 PM
Okay, admission time. I think I went a little too hard core and it caught up with me. Not enough caloric intake for the amount of exercise I was doing. :unsure: I'm steadying that out though, and have cut back some on the exercise and have felt good these past few days. It was a rough weekend though.

But good thing is, my time is getting better, and I'm not even out of breath when walking. I can actually carry on a conversation. LOL! Running will start soon...very soon.

Good for you Mel! Glad to hear about your progress.

Tri Minnie
07-31-2013, 08:36 PM
Great on the 9! My training is structured differently in that I am putting in 4 days of lower #'s - then I get a day off and start a new 4 day push. So when I see posts of 9's and 11's and 13.1's - I feel like I am behind in my training. But I tell you, right now I could not even begin to think of those numbers. Currently, I am in another 4 day cycle. 4-6-6-6. '

Thank you! I actually think I would prefer to structure my training similarly to your training. The long weekend runs often feel like big jumps. However with three small children at home, I needed a training plan that was built on running three days a week. The good news is that you are halfway through your current 4 day cycle!


Today I walked 3.44 mile in 1:00:15. Today was my best day. Broke all kinds of personal "records".

Congratulations! Keep up the great training.

JMTStone
08-01-2013, 08:31 AM
Okay, admission time. I think I went a little too hard core and it caught up with me. Not enough caloric intake for the amount of exercise I was doing. :unsure: I'm steadying that out though, and have cut back some on the exercise and have felt good these past few days. It was a rough weekend though.

But good thing is, my time is getting better, and I'm not even out of breath when walking. I can actually carry on a conversation. LOL! Running will start soon...very soon.

That's a trap many people fall into. Don't beat yourself up. Have you considered the Galloway method? I know Christine is a fan. Its what I've been using.

In fact, I was using it run/walking the Jungle track at Disney's Vero Beach where I ran across a turtle. Who I named Jeff.:turtle: I was even training during vacation. But partially to escape the in-laws.:bolt:

BrerGnat
08-01-2013, 05:48 PM
Okay, admission time. I think I went a little too hard core and it caught up with me. Not enough caloric intake for the amount of exercise I was doing. :unsure: I'm steadying that out though, and have cut back some on the exercise and have felt good these past few days. It was a rough weekend though.

But good thing is, my time is getting better, and I'm not even out of breath when walking. I can actually carry on a conversation. LOL! Running will start soon...very soon.

Remember, Mel, you have to eat back your workouts. I know you use MyFitnessPal, and as a woman, especially, you should NEVER go below your BMR in net calories per day (unless under the supervision of a doctor). I've fallen into this trap too, and recently had to remind myself that eating MORE leads to weight loss, not the opposite. I've been working out really hard the past few weeks and wasn't eating enough. I've upped my calorie intake significantly and am feeling much better as well. Knowing that if I was in a coma, I'd need 1400 calories per day, netting less than that while running 5 miles 5 days a week was a recipe for disaster.

For EVERYONE here, do yourself a favor, and Google "In place of a roadmap 2k13". Click on the first response, read it, and do it. This is a really good way to determine how many calories you need to sustain your workouts AND lose weight (if that is your goal) or to maintain your weight if you are already at a healthy one. With all the training going on here, it's worthy of sharing this.

Melanie
08-02-2013, 04:09 PM
That's a trap many people fall into. Don't beat yourself up. Have you considered the Galloway method? I know Christine is a fan. Its what I've been using. :number1:

Actually, no. I have no great aspirations to being a great runner. I just want to be able to do a 5K here and there without dying. ;) I like the Couch to 5K method, and will stick to that.

JMTStone
08-02-2013, 07:47 PM
Actually, no. I have no great aspirations to being a great runner. I just want to be able to do a 5K here and there without dying. ;) I like the Couch to 5K method, and will stick to that.

I'm using Galloway lolo 5K app on my iPhone. Walk/Run seems to be keeping me going pretty good. Just an option...

BrerGnat
08-02-2013, 09:24 PM
I use Galloway's walk/run/walk method as well. I can go much further with those walk breaks added in. I like a ratio of 4:1

GMRO
08-02-2013, 09:37 PM
Here too, DW and I are using JG's 5K lolo app too.

I'm at 4:30/30. I've improved my 5K time by 3 mins since May2013 when I began the program.

I'm sorry I didn't know about the app before I did the CC 5K when we cruised.

We really like the app a lot!

Mel, no pressure. Just giving ya options is all. It's all in what you want to get out of it. Glad you are making progress!!!

Melanie
08-03-2013, 05:54 AM
It may well be a crime to say this here, but JG doesn't appeal to me personally. :blush: Maybe I'll give the app a try, unless he's on there giving pep talks or something. ;)

BrerGnat
08-03-2013, 10:06 AM
It may well be a crime to say this here, but JG doesn't appeal to me personally. :blush: Maybe I'll give the app a try, unless he's on there giving pep talks or something. ;)

I admit I don't know who this guy even is. I've just read about the method and tried it and am a fan. It works for me. But, I couldn't pick the guy out of a lineup if I had to.

Melanie
08-03-2013, 02:04 PM
I admit I don't know who this guy even is. I've just read about the method and tried it and am a fan. It works for me. But, I couldn't pick the guy out of a lineup if I had to.

If anyone is the 'face' of runDisney, it's him.

BrerGnat
08-03-2013, 08:27 PM
If anyone is the 'face' of runDisney, it's him.

Yeah, I know that. But, I generally don't like the concept of "spokespeople" anyway, so I just don't really dig too deep in trying to "know" people like that, KWIM? I can assume he's probably as obnoxious as most spokespeople. Am I right?

Regardless, the walk/run/walk method has sound principles behind it and I am a fan as a person who has knee/hip issues to contend with. It lets me go much further than I thought I could.

JMTStone
08-05-2013, 07:48 AM
Yeah, I know that. But, I generally don't like the concept of "spokespeople" anyway, so I just don't really dig too deep in trying to "know" people like that, KWIM? I can assume he's probably as obnoxious as most spokespeople. Am I right?

Regardless, the walk/run/walk method has sound principles behind it and I am a fan as a person who has knee/hip issues to contend with. It lets me go much further than I thought I could.

He does talk on the app if you choose to let him. And I do. I like his folksy voice. But you CAN mute the "play coaching audio" He's not a drill sargent. He reminds me to keep my posture straight, I'm 1/2 way through, cool down, etc. The rest of the time its MUSIC. And normally Justin Timberlake or something else to get me pumped.

GMRO
08-05-2013, 08:23 AM
He does talk on the app if you choose to let him. And I do. I like his folksy voice. But you CAN mute the "play coaching audio" He's not a drill sargent. He reminds me to keep my posture straight, I'm 1/2 way through, cool down, etc. The rest of the time its MUSIC. And normally Justin Timberlake or something else to get me pumped.

Glad you find the JG app useful!

DW and I really like it. On Sunday she made it thru the app to her RACE DAY and she blew her own record away. Knocked off 2 mins from her 5K time since May when we did the CC 5K on DCL and she greatly improved her Mile/Min time as well. I'm so proud of her. And she is using 1min/1min ratio per the app. Next she's going to up to 2/1 to try and improve more.

I did both a 5K and 10K and I shaved off more time from my 10K time.

What is funny is we are doing this with a run/walk/run. AND my times are better/shorter vs. when I ran straight thru the run. PLUS I feel better and not fatigued after the run. SURE I can feel it - but it's night and day different.

We are both very big proponents of his methods. To us if you stick to them you will succeed. And we do like his coaching. AGAIN not aggressive yelling type. Just enough to keep you going with some very nice tips as you run. Add your playlist and the "beat match" in the app helps keep your pace.

NO this is not a paid endorsement! LOL

BTW, we are looking into treadmills for the cruddy PA weather that comes. PLUS this summer has been very rainy and trying to schedule and follow our run days has been a great challenge. SO anyone have any treadmill recommendations??? We demoed some at Sears on Sunday. Seem to have a couple models in mind.

KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK FOLKS!!!

AgentC
08-05-2013, 08:30 AM
I am so impressed by everyone. I really need to get on track. It is just so hot here right now. :sun: