Marathon Training Thread 8/15-8/21

[Tiger Lily 03]

:space:Well, RL is realling beating up on me and I am letting it. I have a million RL excuses too. I am starting to feel a bit stressed because I look at those counters going down down down and my training not going up up up.

Oh well, I am doing what I can. I am glad that all of you are working away. I want to cheer you along, even if I am not there beside you all just now.

 

[plutosmyfav]

Hi Everyone,

I did 5 miles on the treadmill in 66 minutes last night. I ran 3 of the miles at 5.0 MPH and the rest was walking at 4.0 mph. I am hoping to get out to the bike path for an endurance run/walk this weekend.

Sundie

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Originally posted by Auntmeme
Did a great bike ride yesterday instead of walking, about 18 miles. My legs were feeling it all last night, but today I feel good Does anyone else bike? if you do how do you get the seat not to hurt soo bad, I do have a get seat too.

Some of what you describe is "normal" seat issue that you become used to over time.

Perhaps though if your seat is not adjusted properly, the stress becomes uncomfortable for you. Your seat height should be such that when you "stand" with your heels flat on the pedal you should have your seat right up under you. Then as you are pedaling (proper pedal technique is with the ball of the feet on the pedals) you get maximum out of your stroke. The seat should have proper front/back alignment so that your stroke comes down as well. I had myself checked for this at our local bike shop. It truly makes a difference.

Hope this helps.

Everyone checking in so far, you are all doing a great job! Keep on moving.

 

[AlreadyexcitedGrammy]

Hi fellow-trainers -

How's it going for everyone today? I am reading some frustrations from some - hang in there it will get better and happen

Molli and her girls were over for a couple of days - managed to get some treadmilling done and today up and did 2 miles and my knee exercising - it was muggy so I took the easy way out since I plan to do Curves tonight too.

Well - I told my pm buddies yesterday that it is time for a contract with myself again. I haven't "signed on the dotted line" just yet but plan to get it done soon.

I am definately back to eating healthy today and no more excuses - I need to just set the rules and then play by them. Molli says that she is ready for a contract too so when you hear from her again hopefully she is in the "let's get in done" mindset and has jumped back onto the wagon, too.

I am planning on a long walk this weekend - weather is suppose to be great - low temps and humidity - that should get me going in the right direction too.

Off to finish my lunch - just wanted to say "hi" and cyber high five to all to "getting it done" (whatever that is for you) LET"S JUST DO IT !!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

I will definitely be getting in some walking time this weekend and I can't wait. I am visiting GF in Middletown OH and we always walk the farm she has. I so look forward to this time.

It is raining here and I will have to TM if I am to do anything.

AEG and Sundie, you have got me in the spirit to get on that beast and walk away. I hope that I won't have any interference tonight with my plan.

 

[Auntmeme]

Hi everyone

Keep up the training- slow & steady wins the race & donald medal, right?

I hope everyone is doing well, missing alot of you, where are you??? have you taken a trip:space:

Thanks TigerLily for the bike info, I will check myself next time I ride.
Your walking adventure with gf sounds great - have a wonderful time


Good job AEG, Sundie & Debbie

I did 3.25 on tm, great workout hoping for another one tomorrow

 

[ibouncetoo]

This is apparently my new training schedule:

Sit on your behind at work all week.....drag yourself home, DIS for an hour, go to bed, repeat daily....then on the week-end, take one long walk till you feet are bloody stumps. Somehow I don't think this is how I'm supposed to be doing it.

Did manage to swim twice this week.....but NO treadmill!!!!!

Oh well, tomorrow is another day.....................

 

[Susan--Ontario]

Morning Everyone,

Yesterday was supposed to be my rest day. I decided to go for a bike ride. Well, I rode to the other side of my town (1 mile away) and realized that I was in trouble. I could hardly peddle the bike because the cramps in my legs were awful. Apparently cycling uses way different muscles. I did get home,

but when I got off the bike my knee felt like it was locked. I managed to walk it out. I was stupid though because I didn't take any water with me and hadn't hardly eaten anything. I guess my body just revolted.

This morning as I was walking into work I think I realized what the problem may be. My seat is too low on the bike. While I was riding I kept trying to adjust my foot on the pedal to make it more comfortable. My DS has these friends that invade our garage on a regular basis and I bet the little ..darlings.. played with the seat of my bike.

I'm going back to walking and we'll try the cycling in smaller doses. Maybe just around the block.

Tomorrow is 5 miles.

Wish me luck!!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Susan--Ontario, You are probably right. It is amazing what a difference things make when that bicycle seat is at the correct height. Good luck with your cycling and walking.

ibouncetoo, I wish I could say I don't know how it feels to go through your exhausting new workout schedule. I must confess, I know it all too well. Keep trying.

Auntmeme, Yes, please let me know if that helps. I hope it does.

Well, not yesterday either. I have such a full schedule (I was going to say "plate" but I don't want to relate to any more food consumption) these days. I don't know that I will get anything in for today either. I am starting to put all my eggs into the "after DH's surgery basket" that I am worried I am putting too much in there as well. Oh well, I am still hopeful.

I continue to cheer for my friends and WISH you all success in training.

 

[ohMom]

hi all I was among the missing -- I was reading at mom's but didn't sign her off to post myself. Monday (maybe i reported this?) I walked/jogged 3.6 miles - Tuesday I took the day off - Wed I hit mom's TM and logged in 4 miles walking/jogging - Thursday I walked 45 mins with evansmom and today I did the DA Shrink your Female Fat zones for some strength training. Tomorrow I will walk/jog.

I have been doing better on the eating aspect. I'm still on the higher end of my summer range which is 7 lbs from goal. I'm taking DD to movies tonight and I WILL NOT eat popcorn!! somebody ask me tomorrow so I know I have to answer!

I've been counting pts in my head - not quite as good I know - but i have turned away from temptations and that is a step in the right direction!

tigerlily - what was 'RL'??

welcome to our new training friends! remember you are an athlete in training -- fuel your body don't feed your emotions! stay active everyday in some way! hang in there - you CAN DO IT!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Welcome back Molli. RL=real life. Sorry about the shorthand.

 

[ohMom]

duh - blonde moment!

just escape on dis trip planning boards

 

[Debbie]

Originally posted by ohMom
duh - blonde moment!

Well, salt and pepper here, Molli, and I thank you for asking the question!!

Nice to see people checking in. Have a great weekend.

 

[Auntmeme]

Glad to see all of you
Haven't yet walked but do plan to, just too humid this afternoon.

You guys make me lol- thanks

To ohmom- stay away from the popcorn

Ibouncetoo - great new workout let's go girl! that medal is awaiting

susan, I hope your body is doing better

Did 2.5 miles before it got dark at a 15 mile pace, yippie! walked it no jogging as cd player skips wayyy too much when I try to jog.

 

[ohMom]

just in to report PD2 was a cute movie! my favorite part was the old dude saying change was good "i think i'll grow a mustache" too funny!

anyhow -- NO POPCORN! yea for me!

i did have some chewy runts but they are fat-free better than popcorn!!

 

[Debbie]

All right, I did my l-o-o-o-n-n-n-g-g-g walk tonight, since I will be really busy tomorrow. Unfortunately, I had to cut it short. I wore the wrong kind of sock! I had thrown on an old pair (read threadbare) to keep my feet warm today. (Can you say cold ? ) Also, they were nylon. Not my usual nylon/cotton/spandex? mix. They slipped and slid all over the ball of my foot. I had to stop and fix, but even with that, I ended up with (broken!) blisters on both of my feet. OUCH!!! So, we had to stop early. Sorry Mary Liz.

That aside, though, I have added another 335 minutes of exercise, and I still have tomorrow! Maybe I can squeeze in another few minutes but I'm over the 1000 minutes! Yeah!

If I don't get back on tomorrow, keep the faith, everyone and remember: Just put one foot in front of the other because slow and steady wins the race......and the Donald medal!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Go my Friends, go!

 

[ohMom]

i wasn't feeling to into this on a saturday morning -- but I posted last night that I would walk and so I did -- instead of interval walk/jog I decided to do a long walk and did 6 miles in 1 hr 26 mins. whew! i feel like I need to add some longer mileage days to build up my stamina. My gluts were a bit sore from doing the D Austin workout yesterday and I have a feeling I'll be sore today!

have a great Saturday (HUGS)

 

[Auntmeme]

Oh Mom - congrats on the no popcorn - so hard to do at the movies And what a walk congrats great job way to go

So sorry Debbie for the socks- hate when plans go awry

 

[Susan--Ontario]

I got up early today and was at Sears at 7:00 for their Super Saturday specials. I bought two new pairs of running shoes that were on clearance and then they gave me an additional 30% off. I don't care if they only last a short time for that money. I walked very quickly around Sears to get warmed up. I paid for my purchases and then headed around the mall. I managed to do 4 miles even though I was supposed to do 5 today. My sisters and I are headed to Stratford with our Mom today to a play and dinner so hopefully we'll do some strolling while we're there. Tomorrow I am taking a rest day. I don't want to burn out at this short stage, but I'm anxious to keep going because my times aren't near as good as some of yours.

Onward..sing Ho for the Expedition! Sing Ho for the life of a bear!! (We've been watching Piglet today).

Have a super weekend everyone!!