Weight scale just read 172.5. Pretty cool. I have some "before pictures" from 2013-2014 when I topped out at 216 lbs and I have one picture of a tape measure around my waist showing 44". I may never post these pictures online. I just used the same tape and it's at 38" now measuring at belly button.
GPS Watch battery died on my last mile . At least I know now that 1/4 battery life will not last a whole 6 mile run.
I enjoy my TomTom. It has a few issues, but if it ever dies I would buy the newer version called the TomTom Spark.
Just got back into running after not for about 8 months or so. Wind along the lake was horrific. Felt like this
I got the garmin vivoSmart hr. It seems like a good entry point. I like that it controls my music on runs and rides.
3 miles at 28:50 this morning, was really happy with my 8:44 1st mile but blew my load and was wasted the last 2 miles.
I'm just rocking under armor cheap running shoes now, I think they were like $70 bucks. I was wondering if I should move up the the brooks, asics, new balance $100+?
I'm going to go and get evaluated at a running shoe store and get a couple good pairs after I finish training for the upcoming half. Here's how I look at it: - If I run 20 miles/week for 26 weeks, I put 520 miles on a pair of shoes (recommended to change every 300-500 miles) - If I have 2 pairs of shoes, I only put 390 on each pair over 9 months - Low-end shoes will cost me $60-80 per pair ($120-160 for 2) - Higher-end shoes will cost me $100-140/pair ($200-280 for 2) For an extra $120-160, I can get a pair of shoes that is better suited to my feet and running style and will (hopefully) help keep me injury-free. That's an investment I'm willing to make in myself, knowing it likely won't make me a better runner, but might save me a lot of money in other medical expenses.
I bought this which seem to do the job http://www.kmart.com/weider-18-inch...W008708800001P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1
I was about to buy an expensive rolling stick thing and then the kid at the running store came up to me and was like, "Dude, you should just go by some pvc and use that instead." I did and it is great and cost like $2.30.
Yeah I probably got whored a bit but I've grown tired of rolling around on my floor. I've got a whole host of random home made stretching tools. The wooden dowel rod I primarily use for my shoulders and back is my current favorite.
Note to self about pre-race routine When I set my 10k PR recently I did this which seemed to work well: - some running on Wednesday morning (1 mile slow warm up, 1 mile fast) - no running Thursday - no running Friday - raced Saturday morning - slept 7 hours Friday night from 9:30AM-4:30AM - Saturday morning drank 1 cup coffee, 1 bottle water, and 1 bottle Nuun water on the way to the race. Ate 1 bowl oatmeal and 1 banana. - One more important note; the temperature at race time was 64. Little tweaks for next time: - Try to hydrate maybe a little bit more Thursday-Friday. I think I had a little wine Thursday night, don't do that. - During race, I stopped at 2 out of the 4 water aid stations. Next time stop at 3... of course this is all dependent on the course layout and the race distance. - 10k and less distance, no gel/food needed during race. When I go up to half marathon it definitely will be needed. - I don't really remember what I ate Thurs-Fri. Maybe write this down next time and see how well I feel/race.
First 10k is on the 21st. Plan on doing 3 miles Monday-Wednesday and rest Thur and Friday. Plan on putting some Chocolate Milk in a cooler for my recovery drink post race.
Update the thread to let us know. I have a foam roller but my old legs can always use as much help as possible.
I concur regarding diet, hydration, elimination of alcohol & sleep prior to your race, but taking 2 "off" days isn't necessary. Continue to train, as normal, 2 days prior (if you're scheduled to rest, rest, if not train)... but I'd run an easy 3-5 miles the day prior to the race in lieu of resting as Nole0515 stated
Isn't there a lot of evidence that taking a few days off does zero to hurt your fitness level? Coworker of mine who has been doing marathons and Ironmans for years claims you can take a full two weeks off without seeing a drop in performance. Maybe that is just referring to very high level athletes. I'm just going by my limited personal experience but after those two days off my legs really felt fresh. If I ran 5 miles the day before, my legs will not be as fresh for the race. Maybe if I was a very experienced runner it would be different. Walt Disney might have an opinion on this topic based on experience
Went with my running group for the 2nd week in a row yesterday. Ran with the 9 minute mile group for 30 minutes. Was gassed the last mile for whatever reason and if i were by myself I'd have slowed or walked, but i kept with the group till the end so that made me feel good Think i might try to run about 4 miles at 10 minute pace this evening
"Daddy it's too hot. Are we almost home?" "I WANNA POPSICLE!!!!!!!!!!!" This could be your motivation for new personal records.
Also on the foam roller note...i got a golds gym foam roller for Christmas this year and wore it out quickly. The inner foam separated from the outter piece and it got real soft. I ended up buying a 24" long piece of 4" sch40 pvc from home depot and it fit perfectly inside of the outer piece of the old roller. Works awesome.
That's awesome I think the same thing is starting to happen with my cheap Kmart foam roller. Might have to try that PVC fix.
This and the cycling threads are great. People sharing a common passion that's filled with so much pain is great. I only run in Kayanos I currently have the 21s and 22s and I can't imagine running in anything else. I spent a little over $300 on the two pairs. I can't stress enough on not skimping because you'll honestly enjoy running more with better gear and nothing is more important than shoes. Spend as much as you can afford IMO.
Played basketball for 1 hour after work tonight. First time I've played pick-up like that in forever. Maybe 10 years? 15-20 years? I don't even remember. My old basketball shoes suck and I almost twisted my left ankle a couple times, I mean I did but I guess it was flexible enough not to sprain. My calves are really feeling it. Was originally planning on waking up at 5am for a long run before a 7am breakfast meeting tomorrow. I uh, not so sure about that now.
Just finished 8, and I use finished loosely. The first 6 were OK, the next .5 was blah, the following mile was a walk/run combo, and the last .5 was decent. Now my legs are jello.
Taking the day off, 3 miles 3 days in a row has my legs and feet feeling some type of way. May go get some running shoes later today, leaning towards Nike free RN distance. Anyone have any experience?