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schererville,IN,

Member Since:

Mar 02, 2009

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Other

Running Accomplishments:

Madison Inaugural 1/2 Marathon August 2009 2:02:48--yippee PR!

Fall Frolic 4 miler Nov 09PR 33:27 AG 4th place

Race to Wrigley 5K April 2010 PR 24:54

Short-Term Running Goals:

PR my 5k time. But maybe for now I should shoot for under 30 minutes.

Long-Term Running Goals:

Stay injury free and see where that takes me.

Personal:

I have a husband who is wonderful, three beautiful dogs, I'm a teacher, and I'm a runner. Life is good.

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Mizuno Rider 12 #2 Lifetime Miles:						327.30
Mizuno Rider 12 # 3 Lifetime Miles:						384.86
Turquoise Riders Lifetime Miles:						53.25

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Crosstraining miles	Total Miles
10.20	0.00	0.00	0.00	0.00	10.20

6:15 am 52 degrees Average pace 10:50

This was a nice run. I decided not to run last night just to see how it would effect my long run. It was a smart choice. I tend to run the Wednesday night one faster than I should the day before a long run.

My only prob today is trying to get weather and clothes right. It was only 50...I work a short sleeve with tights. I wasn't how but the tights were just a smidge too much.

Then I had the reflective sash tht kept falling for the first mile (which is weird b/c I haven't had that problem) And of course my fuel belt was being a goob. I put my spi belt around it and it was better. I love my head light...I work my buff and I still couldn't feel it. Very comfy.

I got to listen to my fav morning show while running which helps. Also gives me a reason to wake up early so i can run and listen to it.

I also tried a hammer gel today. I know it is way to short of a distance to have one...but I think it gave me a little kick towards the end. Plus I didn't have that problem of feeling like I"m starving 7-8 miles into the run. Also I want to know which gel I like before I start packing on the miles. Any who...I have one more flavor to try. Raspberry will not be bought again. The gu's were okay but I thought I would try other stuff to see what is available.

Happy running all!

Mizuno Precision Miles: 10.20

Comments

From Snoqualmie on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 13:28:19 from 24.18.192.33

After running higher mileage consistently for a longer period, your body will get better at using fat stores for fuel. Lots more (and bigger) mitochondria in the muscle cells are one of the perks of having a big aerobic base.

Great run today!

From Carolyn in Colorado on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 14:54:29 from 24.8.167.243

Very nice long run. I'm glad the head lamp is working out for you.

As for dressing for the weather, I would focus more on keeping the upper body warm than the lower body. In other words, I would wear shorts and long sleeves if it was somewhat cool. The legs can get by with less covering than the upper body can. But warm socks are a must.

From april27 on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 14:59:51 from 99.188.251.180

Carolyn--I agree. The other day I work a long sleeve and a skirt. That worked well. Not sure what I was thinking this morning. I think I secretly just wanted to wear tights. I"m anxious for snow...I saw on the news it snowed in Denver? How abut by you?

Sno-meaning that after I get stronger I won't need or feel as if I need as much food?

You would all be proud of me. I went to Walgreens to get candy and gum. I got to the counter and turned around and put the candy away. I'm now going to chew gum...it may aggravate my TMJ but if there is pain than I can't eat candy either right? LOL

From Snoqualmie on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 18:47:14 from 24.18.192.33

Not exactly. You can "get strong" quite quickly in terms of building muscles. Aerobic base is a long slow process that makes changes at the cellular level and can only happen with consistent, relatively high, easy mileage. When that happens you should not get hungry as early as 7-8 miles.

http://runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=5808

From april27 on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 22:45:59 from 99.188.251.180

Sno-I guess by stronger I did mean aerobically not...not muscularly (sp?)

Okay so here is my question.

I know I don't really have to start increasing my long runs for my marathon until Januaryish. So for right now my long runs are going to stay around 10-13 miles

From april27 on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 22:47:24 from 99.188.251.180

oops got distracted and some how hit post...

Should I increase my other runs by 10 percent every 2-3 weeks? Or should I only increase a few of the runs and add in other cardio and perhaps more weight training?

From Snoqualmie on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 23:31:14 from 24.18.192.33

Well, I'm not sure it matters whether it's added cardio or added running (though I'd add running for specificity). More weight training however will not provide better aerobic base.

BTW, I have heard many people say this about their training... "my marathon program doesn't have me increase until later." That does not mean increasing now is a bad idea. In fact, if you look at the article I cited above, or at many others on the web, or at the advice Sasha gives people all the time here, you will see many references to the fact that aerobic conditioning is a cumulative process. The sooner you start putting long easy miles in the bank, the more "interest" they earn. With potential winter hazards it might be nice to have a jump start on your program, so that a big snow storm now and then won't put as much of a dent in your fitness. Just my 2c. :)

From april27 on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 12:11:04 from 99.188.251.180

Okay...I did read your article..and of course got to reading others...they suggest 3-4 months of training. One of those months being base training. but I think I will take this time from now to December for base training. Building miles etc...We have talked about this before but I really would like to get in a few above 20milers in before the full one. That may seem super naive since it is my first...but it is more for my mental preparedness than anything else.

Also I have noticed that my short runs are getting longer...Ie a month ago I just would have went out for 3 miles. Now I do 5.

I can't believe that I"m over 100 for the month and I basically took a week off of running to rebuild my spirits...Weird!

From Snoqualmie on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 13:57:38 from 24.18.192.33

You seem to be doing great! The psychological element of distance running is huge and the miles will really help. :)

From april27 on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 22:54:24 from 99.188.251.180

Thanks for the advice! And thanks for reminding me about running times...the website is really helpful!

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