Is this realistic?

[StayCool]

Hi! I've been following your thread and just wanted to say I started training for a 10-mile in Philly on March 1--just about two months before the race. I haven't run since high school--which is 20 years ago at this point. Anyway, I worked my way through the 5K Runner app and 10K Runner app rather quickly, but I've done every workout.

I was about 20-25 lbs over the weight I wanted to be at, but I've lost 11 lbs already and feel really strong going into the race. So, I'm sure once you are out of the boot, you can do it! I will say I really bunched up my running/walking in the beginning, which was good because now I'm at the run 50 minutes part, and I'm having to go to every other day now. Good luck!

Thanks! I guess I am just concerned that they are going to tell me to take it easy and I won't be able to ramp up. I just hope that I do not lose all the conditioning I did and don't have to start back at the beginning.

Training plans are only just starting for the DL half marathon weekend in August, I think you'll be fine Even if you have to repeat the 5k program, you'll probably get through it a bit quicker now that you have a bit of a base. Plus, you want to make sure you don't peak too early either!

I was looking at Galloway's program for TOT and it didn't start until June, but it started with something like 1.78 miles. There is no way I could have started there. I had to start early to build up to that. But you are right, I probably won't have to start back at the beginning of the 5k program. I'm just restless because it has been a month since I have done anything.

The original training plan I was going to use for the ToT is for a 1/2 marathon (My APP doesn't have a plan for 10 miles so I went for the 1/2 figuring the better shape I was in the better chance I'd have to finish.) Anyway, it starts on 5/4 and ends in August and that is for 13.1 miles. Some other things to consider. You have more time than that. You have done some work already. You have a shorter distance to run. And, I'm not sure if you watch the Biggest Loser but the people who make it to the end run a FULL MARATHON and that is within 3-4 months of starting the show. Now, they have trainers, and doctors, etc... But, I bring it up because it is possible.

I have no doubt that if you don't have a major injury that keeps you out of the race that you will be able to finish it. The positive attitude you had since the beginning of the thread will pull you through. It is what caused me to respond to the thread.

If you find out you can't run for a while strongly consider the bike idea I mentioned (assuming the doctor says that OK). It will build your endurance and strengthen the legs until you are able to start running again.

Let us know how the MRI goes.

I haven't watched Biggest Loser in years. Too close to home I guess. The type A in me is rearing it's head. I had a plan which is on hold. I can't make a new plan because I don't know when I will be able to start running or even walking again. If they tell me I can't run I will definitely look into the biking thing and I will be walking as much as I can. I will let you know what they tell me.

 

[zanzibar138]

Thanks! I guess I am just concerned that they are going to tell me to take it easy and I won't be able to ramp up. I just hope that I do not lose all the conditioning I did and don't have to start back at the beginning.

Whatever happens with the MRI, I would definitely tell your doctor your plans and ask for their help with training. Tell them you're not looking for an excuse to get out of it, it's something you're determined to do. They should be able to give you some advice about what you can and can't do. That's how I got to the point I'm at now, didn't listen to any of the medical professionals who tried to tell me running just isn't for me and to do something else, and kept looking until I found one who was willing to support me.

I was looking at Galloway's program for TOT and it didn't start until June, but it started with something like 1.78 miles. There is no way I could have started there. I had to start early to build up to that. But you are right, I probably won't have to start back at the beginning of the 5k program. I'm just restless because it has been a month since I have done anything.

Keep in mind though, that in the Galloway program, you start off only running for a few seconds at a time. The first few workouts are basically walking with a few steps of jogging every minute. I actually found it not enough jogging for me and got frustrated with my perceived lack of progress, which is why I'm not doing his program.

 

[StayCool]

Keep in mind though, that in the Galloway program, you start off only running for a few seconds at a time. The first few workouts are basically walking with a few steps of jogging every minute. I actually found it not enough jogging for me and got frustrated with my perceived lack of progress, which is why I'm not doing his program.

I used the Galloway 5k program because I could only "run" for 20-30 seconds at a time. I used that against myself because I would tell myself that I can do anything for that short of a time... I'm not a huge fan of running, but I LOVE the feeling I get after I am done. Definite runner's high.

Well the MRI was today and what a pain in the butt. I now understand why claustrophobic people freak and they only put my foot in! I was told my results wouldn't be in until Monday but I'm going to call tomorrow anyway and see... Patience is not one of my virtues! Bet you couldn't tell.

 

[Waiting2goback]

I had to have an MRI on both my shoulders. So I went in head first. If I remember correctly it was 45 minutes each shoulder and had them done the same day. I personally didn't mind the cramped feeling. For me it was the positions they put me in and told me I couldn't move and it felt like it took so long because it was killing. Ended up having surgery on both shoulders back in 2012. 2 years later and my right one feels worse than before the surgery and the left is better but still hurts.

Hopefully you get better news from your MRI than I did.

 

[StayCool]

No thank you on the shoulders! That is not a fun surgery or recovery. No word on my MRI today so definitely no dirty girl this weekend. Then I was told that it could take 5-7 days to get! And that they would call me. I will wait until Tuesday. Then I'm calling again!

 

[StayCool]

All day today I was debating on whether I would actually skip the dirty girl mud run tomorrow or if I would just say the heck with it and do it. I finally ended up transferring it so I can do it in September. At least this way I can not lose out on the money I spent. I'm still going to go tomorrow to cheer on my friend.

 

[EcbLovesMickey]

All day today I was debating on whether I would actually skip the dirty girl mud run tomorrow or if I would just say the heck with it and do it. I finally ended up transferring it so I can do it in September. At least this way I can not lose out on the money I spent. I'm still going to go tomorrow to cheer on my friend.

I am so sorry you have to miss out. I am having recovery issues too so I feel ya! Chin up! We'll all be well and speedier than ever soon.

 

[zanzibar138]

Glad you don't have to miss out altogether. I'm sure your friend will appreciate having a cheer squad too

 

[StayCool]

I am so glad that I did not try to run today. After 6 weeks of not doing anything there is no way I could have safely made it through without doing something to my foot. Even just clomping back and forth in the boot was tiring. I am definitely looking forward to doing it in September though. Hopefully it will be warmer! The wind was killer today.

 

[Waiting2goback]

No thank you on the shoulders! That is not a fun surgery or recovery. No word on my MRI today so definitely no dirty girl this weekend. Then I was told that it could take 5-7 days to get! And that they would call me. I will wait until Tuesday. Then I'm calling again!

I had the identical injury in both shoulders. The doctor said it is arthritis and will come back. Had a bone spur that was tearing apart my rotator cuff. So, I had the spur removed, partial rotator cuff repair and a partially torn labrum.

I think you made a good decision pushing off the race until September. As much as it is frustrating to have sat it out, now you will have more time to get in shape for it and you will run a better time when you do run it, and it will be a nice warm-up for October.

I understand how you feel though. Once you decide to finally start taking care of yourself it is frustrating when your body doesn't cooperate with your mind.

I ran on Saturday. I have been running once a week but I started to pick up the pace as my training program starts on Tuesday to be ready for ToT. So, I ran my normal course Thursday. I took 10 seconds per mile off my previous pace. So, Saturday I went to a neighborhood down the street. One trip around is a mile and I was going to go from 4 to 5 miles now that I was getting through 4 miles pretty easily. And, the new route was pretty flat whereas the one near my house has some hills. I thought 5 miles would be easy AND I'd improve my pace. NOT!!!!! I BARELY got to 2.7 miles. I forced myself to do that much and my pace went from 9.43 min/mi to 10:55 min/mi. My legs were killing me. It makes no sense to me.

Now I'm concerned because I have a 10K on 6/1 to move up my corral for the ToT but I seem to be moving backwards in my miles. My point in this story is that my mind had one thing in mind and my body decided I was going to do something different.

The good thing we have to keep in mind is this (I'm speaking generally as I don't know what anyone else's habits were). Last year at this time we were sitting in a couch not working at improving ourselves. This year we are working toward goals. It may not be going as planned or as easy as we thought but we are moving in the right direction.

 

[StayCool]

I had the identical injury in both shoulders. The doctor said it is arthritis and will come back. Had a bone spur that was tearing apart my rotator cuff. So, I had the spur removed, partial rotator cuff repair and a partially torn labrum.

I think you made a good decision pushing off the race until September. As much as it is frustrating to have sat it out, now you will have more time to get in shape for it and you will run a better time when you do run it, and it will be a nice warm-up for October.

I understand how you feel though. Once you decide to finally start taking care of yourself it is frustrating when your body doesn't cooperate with your mind.

I ran on Saturday. I have been running once a week but I started to pick up the pace as my training program starts on Tuesday to be ready for ToT. So, I ran my normal course Thursday. I took 10 seconds per mile off my previous pace. So, Saturday I went to a neighborhood down the street. One trip around is a mile and I was going to go from 4 to 5 miles now that I was getting through 4 miles pretty easily. And, the new route was pretty flat whereas the one near my house has some hills. I thought 5 miles would be easy AND I'd improve my pace. NOT!!!!! I BARELY got to 2.7 miles. I forced myself to do that much and my pace went from 9.43 min/mi to 10:55 min/mi. My legs were killing me. It makes no sense to me.

Now I'm concerned because I have a 10K on 6/1 to move up my corral for the ToT but I seem to be moving backwards in my miles. My point in this story is that my mind had one thing in mind and my body decided I was going to do something different.

The good thing we have to keep in mind is this (I'm speaking generally as I don't know what anyone else's habits were). Last year at this time we were sitting in a couch not working at improving ourselves. This year we are working toward goals. It may not be going as planned or as easy as we thought but we are moving in the right direction.

It seems like our bodies are like the ultimate prankster. They let us think we are in control and then suddenly you get the, ha, just kidding and things aren't what we expect. Oh well I am trying to roll with it. This morning I slipped *just a little* in the shower and my foot burned. So even though it does not hurt anymore, there is obviously something wrong still. That bums me out but I can't control it. I have been good wearing the boot all the time except to bed. I know I am supposed to but I can't bring myself to because it is dirty. Silly? Probably.

I need to force myself to start cross training of some sort. I can't do anything about my foot but I could do squats and abs, but I just can't seem to get myself started. I even have a weight machine in my basement. It is something about the feeling after running that draws me to it. I don't get that with other exercises.

 

[zanzibar138]

I need to force myself to start cross training of some sort. I can't do anything about my foot but I could do squats and abs, but I just can't seem to get myself started. I even have a weight machine in my basement. It is something about the feeling after running that draws me to it. I don't get that with other exercises.

I get that with running too! It's the only type of exercise I actually *want* to do.

I totally understand your frustration. I was going great-guns with my first week of training last week. However, over the weekend I ended up in hospital with abdominal pain, and am getting my gall bladder taken out on Friday.

It seems to be just one thing after another

 

[Waiting2goback]

I get that with running too! It's the only type of exercise I actually *want* to do.

I totally understand your frustration. I was going great-guns with my first week of training last week. However, over the weekend I ended up in hospital with abdominal pain, and am getting my gall bladder taken out on Friday.

It seems to be just one thing after another

Sorry to hear about your gallbladder.

You guys are both better than me. I HATE running. I only signed up for the ToT race because I knew if I had the carrot in front of me I would actually do the training. I don't mind working out, I just hate running. This was just a challenge for myself. Now, I still try to push myself everytime I run to beat the previous time out. I still like the feeling of accomplishment when I finish a run. I just don't look forward to it or enjoy it while I am doing it. Much rather a bike ride.

 

[StayCool]

I get that with running too! It's the only type of exercise I actually *want* to do.

I totally understand your frustration. I was going great-guns with my first week of training last week. However, over the weekend I ended up in hospital with abdominal pain, and am getting my gall bladder taken out on Friday.

It seems to be just one thing after another

Yikes!!! That is definitely no fun. Take it easy afterwards too...

Sorry to hear about your gallbladder.

You guys are both better than me. I HATE running. I only signed up for the ToT race because I knew if I had the carrot in front of me I would actually do the training. I don't mind working out, I just hate running. This was just a challenge for myself. Now, I still try to push myself everytime I run to beat the previous time out. I still like the feeling of accomplishment when I finish a run. I just don't look forward to it or enjoy it while I am doing it. Much rather a bike ride.

I don't mind actually running on the treadmill. Probably because I watch tv and listen to music to distract myself. The couple of times I ran outside I was MISERABLE! But the feeling after I am done is unbeatable. That is what keeps me going back for more. I feel healthier and stronger. Like I can do anything. So when it is time, I do it again. I had a mountain bike for a while and dreaded it. Finally I sold it. I think I would be ok with weight lifting if I wasn't trying to do it alone. I don't really know what I am doing...

Still waiting on the call with the MRI results. It is killing me.

My husband decided that he wants to take his older son (15) on our trip in October. So now all my reservations are garbage. I have to start back at square one because this makes us a group of 5. Plus I already have plane tickets for the 4 of us. My head hurts just thinking about it!

 

[zanzibar138]

Sorry to hear about your gallbladder.

You guys are both better than me. I HATE running. I only signed up for the ToT race because I knew if I had the carrot in front of me I would actually do the training. I don't mind working out, I just hate running. This was just a challenge for myself. Now, I still try to push myself everytime I run to beat the previous time out. I still like the feeling of accomplishment when I finish a run. I just don't look forward to it or enjoy it while I am doing it. Much rather a bike ride.

Thanks

I felt like that about running when I first signed up too. But after I made it to the point where I could run continuously for 20 minutes, I got addicted Then my body started playing up and I haven't been able to run for about 18 months

Yikes!!! That is definitely no fun. Take it easy afterwards too...



I don't mind actually running on the treadmill. Probably because I watch tv and listen to music to distract myself. The couple of times I ran outside I was MISERABLE! But the feeling after I am done is unbeatable. That is what keeps me going back for more. I feel healthier and stronger. Like I can do anything. So when it is time, I do it again. I had a mountain bike for a while and dreaded it. Finally I sold it. I think I would be ok with weight lifting if I wasn't trying to do it alone. I don't really know what I am doing...

Still waiting on the call with the MRI results. It is killing me.

My husband decided that he wants to take his older son (15) on our trip in October. So now all my reservations are garbage. I have to start back at square one because this makes us a group of 5. Plus I already have plane tickets for the 4 of us. My head hurts just thinking about it!

Nope, no fun at all!

Good luck with your ressie changes. I have a very indecisive DH and am now working on about version 6 of our itinerary

 

[StayCool]

Thanks

I felt like that about running when I first signed up too. But after I made it to the point where I could run continuously for 20 minutes, I got addicted Then my body started playing up and I haven't been able to run for about 18 months



Nope, no fun at all!

Good luck with your ressie changes. I have a very indecisive DH and am now working on about version 6 of our itinerary

I wish I could run continuously for 20 minutes. I would feel great about myself if I could!

Well I rebooked us in an AOA family suite with free dining this morning. I'm not sure if we will stay put, but I have my foot in the door at least. I need to do some more number crunching but I've done so much in the last 48 hours that my brain needs a break!

 

[Waiting2goback]

I wish I could run continuously for 20 minutes. I would feel great about myself if I could!

Well I rebooked us in an AOA family suite with free dining this morning. I'm not sure if we will stay put, but I have my foot in the door at least. I need to do some more number crunching but I've done so much in the last 48 hours that my brain needs a break!

I can't run for 20 minutes continuously either, don't feel bad. I am up to 5 continuously. Good news is, I increased my miles from 4 to 4.25 last night while not losing much on my pace. Also, I am not as sore now after a run as I was a couple weeks ago. And, my leg takes longer to go numb than it did before. After about 3 miles it would go numb, making it very uncomfortable that last mile. Last night I made it to just under 4 miles before going numb so only that little extra that I added was it numb. WooHoo!!!

My training program on my APP started yesterday officially. I took a closer look at it and it was me to run 4 days a week, with back to back days on Saturday and Sunday. Not sure my body is ready for that yet so I am a bit concerned. And it wants my long run of the week to be on Sunday, after having just run the day before. I am trying to avoid being in your position StayCool and being laid up with an injury. This sounds like a one-way ticket to injury to me.

You need any help crunching Disney numbers I'm your guy. I LOVE going over all the different options. I could do it for hours. I am waiting for the fall deals to be announced but I was considering the AoA resort as well. Not sure why, when I walked through it last August I wasn't as impressed as I thought I'd be, maybe just because its new?

 

[StayCool]

I can't run for 20 minutes continuously either, don't feel bad. I am up to 5 continuously. Good news is, I increased my miles from 4 to 4.25 last night while not losing much on my pace. Also, I am not as sore now after a run as I was a couple weeks ago. And, my leg takes longer to go numb than it did before. After about 3 miles it would go numb, making it very uncomfortable that last mile. Last night I made it to just under 4 miles before going numb so only that little extra that I added was it numb. WooHoo!!!

My training program on my APP started yesterday officially. I took a closer look at it and it was me to run 4 days a week, with back to back days on Saturday and Sunday. Not sure my body is ready for that yet so I am a bit concerned. And it wants my long run of the week to be on Sunday, after having just run the day before. I am trying to avoid being in your position StayCool and being laid up with an injury. This sounds like a one-way ticket to injury to me.

You need any help crunching Disney numbers I'm your guy. I LOVE going over all the different options. I could do it for hours. I am waiting for the fall deals to be announced but I was considering the AoA resort as well. Not sure why, when I walked through it last August I wasn't as impressed as I thought I'd be, maybe just because its new?

Maybe instead of running all 4 days, run for 3 and walk on Saturday? Idk. I was only doing 3 days a week.

I generally don't mind crunching numbers, especially for vacation. But this one has too many variables! Room discount, free dining, adding a child. And then my husband is a veteran so if they renew that, we are eligible there too... So many scenarios. I need to just sit down and write it all out. lol

 

[zanzibar138]

I wish I could run continuously for 20 minutes. I would feel great about myself if I could!

Well I rebooked us in an AOA family suite with free dining this morning. I'm not sure if we will stay put, but I have my foot in the door at least. I need to do some more number crunching but I've done so much in the last 48 hours that my brain needs a break!

If it's something you're aiming for, you'll get there I never thought in a million years I'd be able to do it!

I'm lucky I only have to deal with DLR changes which doesn't have anywhere near as many variables to deal with as WDW. Good luck with that!

 

[Waiting2goback]

Maybe instead of running all 4 days, run for 3 and walk on Saturday? Idk. I was only doing 3 days a week.

I generally don't mind crunching numbers, especially for vacation. But this one has too many variables! Room discount, free dining, adding a child. And then my husband is a veteran so if they renew that, we are eligible there too... So many scenarios. I need to just sit down and write it all out. lol

I might just do running for 3 days and continue riding my bike on Sunday because I can still build my endurance on the bike as I ride for at least 90 minutes, but do it without the impact.

There is no doubt, lots of options means lots to think about it. Better than crunching numbers for paying bills though.