The Running Thread - 2019

[KevM]

Going off of yesterday’s discussion about agronomy and PRing, this morning I came across this Runner’s World article on Jenny Hitchings. She’s not only PRing at 55, but is setting American Age group records.

https://www.runnersworld.com/runner...m_source=facebook&utm_campaign=socialflowFBRW

 

[GreatLakes]

Hah! Should have explored the app more. I really haven't used it; it's just on my phone because it came with the watch. I'll just figure out how to add my shoes and see if I like Garmin Connect by itself or if I want to try Strava as well. Initially I thought I'd like the control and personalization of a spreadsheet of my own design, but it's really just been a pain to keep up on it.

Use both. You can sync Connect with Strava and take advantage of the different options in each. I sync my Connect with Strava, Training Peaks, and Smash Run along with manually entering it in the SportTracks offline application. I track gear in SportTracks and Garmin. Just make sure when you start to track gear in Garmin you adjust the first use date. If you enter it today and the first use date is today you can't go back and add the gear to past runs.

 

[Smilelea]

Runkeeper app users:

Is there any more benefit to upgrade to Runkeeper Go?

I see that for another 11 days or so I can get it at half off. However, is there really a need to upgrade? I've got to be able to justify the need to DH but I dont even know what to justify since I haven't actually seen what all the new features are. I see I can try it free for 7 days so I guess I'll do that but I also wanted to see what others thought.

 

[michigandergirl]

Going off of yesterday’s discussion about agronomy and PRing, this morning I came across this Runner’s World article on Jenny Hitchings. She’s not only PRing at 55, but is setting American Age group records.

https://www.runnersworld.com/runner...m_source=facebook&utm_campaign=socialflowFBRW

She is such an inspiration! I'm 43 and this gives me hope that I have several more years to keep improving.

 

[Bree]

Going off of yesterday’s discussion about agronomy and PRing, this morning I came across this Runner’s World article on Jenny Hitchings. She’s not only PRing at 55, but is setting American Age group records.

https://www.runnersworld.com/runner...m_source=facebook&utm_campaign=socialflowFBRW

That was a fantastic article!

 

[GollyGadget]

i think i once heard a rule of thumb that you have seven years of improvement from when you start.

I've heard this before too but I'm curious how real it is. I started running 9 years ago and I'm still seeing improvements. There has been a lot of starts and stops which certainly plays into it.

 

[ChattaDIS]

@lahobbs4 I did the Run the Bluegrass half last year. It really is a beautiful course and VERY hilly. I had a quick chat with a runner in line for the porta potties before the race and she was telling me about the hill at mile 9. She said it was her goal to run the hill rather than walking it as she had previous years. When I reached the hill, I figured out why she set that goal. There isn't much in the way of course spectators, unless you count the horses! But it is well organized with good aid station placement, fun race swag, and a cool medal that changes every year. I would be running it again this year if I wasn't on a trip the week before.

I have done Run the bluegrass as well and think it is Awesome. The scenery is very peaceful with the horses. Since it is close to breeding season you sometimes can get to see the babies out too. I agree the hills are plentiful and at times brutal {mile 9} but the beer at mile 11 is well placed. Their swag is pretty cool too with great shirts medals and at least they used to give you a barrel stave if you PR. Also they have an official horse and bourbon each year that the medal is themed off

 

[flav]

Going off of yesterday’s discussion about agronomy and PRing, this morning I came across this Runner’s World article on Jenny Hitchings. She’s not only PRing at 55, but is setting American Age group records.

https://www.runnersworld.com/runner...m_source=facebook&utm_campaign=socialflowFBRW

Thank you for this!

 

[run.minnie.miles]

Ok this is probably a silly question, but do you have to run the strava app for it to record or can I sync it with Apple Watch data when I’m done?
(That 40/80 lululemon challenge intrigues me if there is a coupon for completing ha)

 

[chuckille]

Ok this is probably a silly question, but do you have to run the strava app for it to record or can I sync it with Apple Watch data when I’m done?
(That 40/80 lululemon challenge intrigues me if there is a coupon for completing ha)

You can use the Strava app on the iPhone or Apple Watch which will automatically feed the run into the app. But if you like the Apple Watch workout app, you can download either the Healthfit or RunGap apps to feed your AW data to Strava.

Here's a blogpost about the process with both apps.
https://theapplewatchtriathlete.com...om-apple-watch-to-strava-and-others?rq=rungap
https://theapplewatchtriathlete.com...to-fit-files-with-the-healthfit-app?rq=rungap

 

[Professor_Cookie]

I have a running question. Am I the only one who thinks it’s weird that centaurs don’t pump their arms when they run?

 

[Waiting2goback]

Going off of yesterday’s discussion about agronomy and PRing, this morning I came across this Runner’s World article on Jenny Hitchings. She’s not only PRing at 55, but is setting American Age group records.

https://www.runnersworld.com/runner...m_source=facebook&utm_campaign=socialflowFBRW

I couldn't find time to run 50-70 miles per week if I wanted to. I'm not sure I could get that fast even if I did, I just often wonder how anyone that has a job can run that much. I get that she is doing it faster so it doesn't take her as long but I wouldn't start out being that fast so it would take me longer. Either way, it's a cool story.

 

[Waiting2goback]

I think this is fitting for the first inspirational post of the new thread.

 

[BikeFan]

I couldn't find time to run 50-70 miles per week if I wanted to. I'm not sure I could get that fast even if I did, I just often wonder how anyone that has a job can run that much.

Since my employer began offering a full-time remote option, which I've taken, I've "gained" two additional hours in my day which used to be spent commuting. That extra time has almost all gone to my training. I've also cut my TV time substantially (and don't really miss it, either). Our kids are also older now and don't require as much direct supervision, so it's definitely opened up more time. 50-70 is definitely doable with the right job and circumstances.

 

[Waiting2goback]

Since my employer began offering a full-time remote option, which I've taken, I've "gained" two additional hours in my day which used to be spent commuting. That extra time has almost all gone to my training. I've also cut my TV time substantially (and don't really miss it, either). Our kids are also older now and don't require as much direct supervision, so it's definitely opened up more time. 50-70 is definitely doable with the right job and circumstances.

Oh, I can see that in some cases for sure. I have 4 kids from 7-14 so I barely have time to get any running in some days. I schedule my days off around their sports knowing I won't be able to run those days anyway. I stopped watching TV years ago. I only put on Netflix when i get into bed at night. Like you, I don't miss TV either. I can see where working from home would make it more doable for sure though.

 

[AntimonyER]

Day 8 of no running . Not any noticeable improvement in pain in my heel either (but no regression either). Did finally go to the gym yesterday and tried the recumbent cycle, which I was able to do without pain thankfully, so there is something I can do to at least reduce my fitness drop off and release some of this pent up frustration. And I am only a little over a week into it. I have a new found respect for those of you dealing with months long issues and still trying!

 

[LSUlakes]

QOTD: After a race recovery, and before a schedule, do you follow and plan, rough guidelines or tendencies?

ATTQOTD: After this marathon I am going to enjoy the week at the parks and once I return home I am going to start a informal runs schedule. My only goal will to make running more consistent, so later in the year I can have goal specific plans.

 

[rteetz]

QOTD: After a race recovery, and before a schedule, do you follow and plan, rough guidelines or tendencies?

Not really. After Dopey I will take a little time off and then get casually into running again until I find my next goal race.

 

[jmasgat]

ATTQOTD: I am one of those who does best with structure, so I generally always am running some sort of plan-even though I am an infrequent racer. Sometimes I’ll use portions of a plan to build base. This past summer I did have some unstructured time, which was nice. I still tried to do a light schedule: 2 shorter runs and a longer run, all at easy-ish pace.

Post-race, I assess my fitness and decide what to train for next. I am not a person who plans out their race schedule for the year, so I wing it.

 

[jennamfeo]

ATTQOTD: This past year was my most structured running year training and race wise, so I would take a week or two off and jump right back in. IDK how I am going to feel after Dopey or what my immediate goals are following this weekend, so I am going to just take it easy for a bit. New Years Resolutions don't start until the debauchery of Marathon weekend end!