Not I, I will be making my triumphant return to racing in Haverhill on Sunday.Anyone doing the Run to Remember this weekend?
Are you Steve? Are the weather conditions looking good?
Not I, I will be making my triumphant return to racing in Haverhill on Sunday.Anyone doing the Run to Remember this weekend?
I'll bite first -Yep, I'm running the half. This will be the first race I've run twice, which should be interesting. I've trained less than I wanted to, but I still expect some significant improvement over last year (chip 01:58:16). The big change is I'll have my Garmin, so better pacing, hopefully.
Weather is looking good, like last year. The only rough patch I remember was crossing back over the Longfellow, no shade at all.
I have very good "last 20 minutes" music.Steve nice consitency. Did you repel off a building in mile 13? That's quite a kick you put on!
It was disappointing - I've been doing decent mileage and been nailing my track sessions, I hope it was just 'one of those days' - coming off a tough week. I really think the lack of a long run was the biggest difference - I haven't done them consistently in 3+ months. That and my body handling the warmer weather - it was the warmest day I've run in this year. I wish I had my HR monitor on - I had to be above 190 for 3 miles - I guess that's one positive to take away from a raceNice job today guys.
Dave that sounds like a tough run. You had to be within 30 or so seconds of you 5k PR during the race...of course you had a few more miles to go.
[soapbox]Hey, you know I've been touting high mileage for a while now [/soapbox]My peak mileage for my October marathon in 2006 was 39.9 miles and it was tough. This week I ran 37 miles and it was pretty easy. The gradual increase in mileage over the last 18 months has really paid off.
I've been going in the other direction, because I just don't have time any more to run 40 miles a week. Last Tuesday I ran a 5k on the treadmill at 7:00, and I really felt knowing I was capable of that speed really helped yesterday, particularly at the end of the race. So my plan right now is to slowly increase my speed on short runs on the treadmill on work days, and then run 8-10 on Saturdays to keep myself stretched out.[soapbox]Hey, you know I've been touting high mileage for a while now [/soapbox]
congrats steve!Last year: 1:58:16 (9:02)
This year: 1:51:21 (8:23)
Although according to my Garmin, which I didn't have last year, I ran 13.27, which is what I'm basing 8:23 on. But we'll leave the old record alone to make it look more impressive
Mile splits:
Mile 1: 9:15
Mile 2: 9:06 (water)
Mile 3: 8:15
Mile 4: 8:12
Mile 5: 8:16 (water)
Mile 6: 8:23
Mile 7: 8:17 (water)
Mile 8: 7:55
Mile 9: 8:30 (water, GU)
Mile 10: 8:17
Mile 11: 8:22
Mile 12: 9:01 (water)
Mile 13: 7:22
Mile 14: 2:04 (= 7:39 pro rata)
I started at the back of the line, and I didn't get clear until almost 3 miles. That twelfth mile, I stopped too long to get water, and then my calf started acting up, but I managed to work through it.
You are correct. The extra miles have helped. I think part of the reason I'm starting well this year was that I maintained 20+ miles per week from nov through now. I hit 32 just before my half with a long run of 14. My legs can handle it so much better now. Recovery is much faster.[soapbox]Hey, you know I've been touting high mileage for a while now [/soapbox]
Nice to see it's paying off - just keep going with steady growth and you'll be golden. And bring your hill shoes for that Labor Day race .
Hmm, the 305 really does seem like wearing a laptop on your wrist compared to the 405. How often do they roll out new models, becuase I'm inclined to wait until Chirstmas to see if the price drops on the 405.I have the 305. I think the only difference between it and the 205 is the heart rate monitor, which I haven't used. But then, I didn't pay for it, it was a Christmas present. And I probably will use the monitor eventually.
And now they've got the 405, which actually seems watch-shaped. Which may be why Amazon seems to be selling the 305 for $215:
http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Forerunner-Wr...6605&sr=8-3
About 3 years ago when I started tracking such things, they were on the 200 series for the garmins I believe, and that thing was like a supercomputer on your arm. Thus, I went with the Timex Ironman with the armband that you reference. This new 405 looks great though, and I'm considering getting it later this summer/fall. I agree that the arm band is a pain, but overall I can not complain about the accuracy.Hmm, the 305 really does seem like wearing a laptop on your wrist compared to the 405. How often do they roll out new models, becuase I'm inclined to wait until Chirstmas to see if the price drops on the 405.
I'm a huge data geek too -- the idea of having an automatic database of all my runs makes me giddy. But with most of the data being sent to your computer, I would think all I need to see while running is time and pace. Is there anything else you fins useful during your run?The 305 looks big but it's very comfortable. I think the 405 screen looks a little too small, actually, but I'm a data geek.
I like to know the following for a run:I'm a huge data geek too -- the idea of having an automatic database of all my runs makes me giddy. But with most of the data being sent to your computer, I would think all I need to see while running is time and pace. Is there anything else you fins useful during your run?
Oh, there's plenty of stuff to know, but I'm talking about info you need during the run itself (i.e., a reason to desire a larger display).I like to know the following for a run:
* Mile splits
* Average pace
* Overall trend of pace/mile over time (even splits, progressive, etc)
* Shoes
* Overall effort
I would recommend an online site for keeping run information. I use http://www.running2win.com but there are others. Maybe some of these sites allow you to upload the Garmin basics and also allow you to add other info?
Gotcha - very little in my opinion. Just a good old watch with lap splits..Oh, there's plenty of stuff to know, but I'm talking about info you need during the run itself (i.e., a reason to desire a larger display).
They sell something to use the Nike + Ipod with normal shoes. I think it's just a strap that holds the Ipod thingie versus it physically going in your Nike shoe.Good timing on the Garmin discussion. I came in to discuss pedometers, software, etc. I don't think I need anything as fancy as a Garmin; I'm not too concerned with mile splits for now, I just like to figure out my total distance and total time. For now, I've clocked paths in my car to figure out the distance and use a sports watch to track my time, but some days I choose to go in different directions to mix it up. I've also been using a pen and paper spreadsheet to track my progress because I can't get online some days to use one of those sites. Basically, I'm looking for a set-up similar to that Nike Ipod thingy I think, but I don't want to switch from Brooks running shoes and I don't have an Ipod or listen to music while I run. Any suggestions?
Good timing on the Garmin discussion. I came in to discuss pedometers, software, etc. I don't think I need anything as fancy as a Garmin; I'm not too concerned with mile splits for now, I just like to figure out my total distance and total time. For now, I've clocked paths in my car to figure out the distance and use a sports watch to track my time, but some days I choose to go in different directions to mix it up. I've also been using a pen and paper spreadsheet to track my progress because I can't get online some days to use one of those sites. Basically, I'm looking for a set-up similar to that Nike Ipod thingy I think, but I don't want to switch from Brooks running shoes and I don't have an Ipod or listen to music while I run. Any suggestions?
Excellent work - I also cut my run early yesterday - stupid me went out at 11am and planned on doing 10. Ended up doing 8 since I was majorly dehydrated. Guess I should have drank something else besides 2 cups of coffeeI went for a long run of 11 mi yesterday morning and I felt like walking the last 2.5 miles. I was cooked even though I started the run at 5:45 and was finishing around 7:15 when it was only 75 and somewhat humid. The urge to stop was there, but I fought through it and finished. My pace wasnt as bad as I thought it would be. The last 2.5 miles has a big hill, +200 ft elevation in 1/2 mile and then some up and downs of 50-75 feet each for a net change of +300 or so. Got to get more runs in the heat to prepare for the summer, because 75 and humid is going to be the norm for a couple months for my morning runs.
This week will be my first week over 40 miles (41.5 scheduled). I was looking back at my running log and I'm doing as many miles as I was at my peak before my first marathon. What a difference 18 months can make!
yeah that probably didnt helpExcellent work - I also cut my run early yesterday - stupid me went out at 11am and planned on doing 10. Ended up doing 8 since I was majorly dehydrated. Guess I should have drank something else besides 2 cups of coffee
Corporate Challenge Thu 6/26 in Boston (3.5 miles)Bump...
So what races does everyone have coming up? Next up for me are Sugarbowl 5mi in Southie and (hopefully) Falmouth.
For me it's the Jim Carson 2 miler race on the 4th of July where I'm shooting to (hopefully) break 10:00. After that, nothing planned until after Labor Day - just getting my mileage back up.Corporate Challenge Thu 6/26 in Boston (3.5 miles)
I'd like to run one of the Good Times 5k series in Lowell this summer
Race Around the Cape Mon 9/1 (25k)
I had the tough 11 miler a couple weeks ago. This past Sunday I did 15 and felt terrific. It was the completion of a 42 mile week including 6 days in a row (ok, one was 2 miles). This is a few weeks into the Pfitzinger 24/55 plan.
That would be quite a race. That might even get you a top 10 finish.For me it's the Jim Carson 2 miler race on the 4th of July where I'm shooting to (hopefully) break 10:00. After that, nothing planned until after Labor Day - just getting my mileage back up.
How many times did you run it Fris? I did it last year and probably** won't do it again - too much money and travel associated with that one for me. Definitely something to do once..As I've explained here previously, I'm not racing anymore (although I wouldn't mind doing the Mt Washington road race one more time)
Thanks - last year I went through mile #1 in like 5:02 and then crashed and burned. I think my fitness level is better this year but I just need to keep the mileage up these next two weeksThat would be quite a race. That might even get you a top 10 finish.
Thanks for the offer. I'll keep it in mind and see if I can get up there, but with schedules it may be difficult. I may shoot for some time in late July/August. I had only planned to drive the course the day of the race, but a run would be even better. My normal training routes have some hills early and late in my runs, but I'd be interested to see how lots of hills will impact my normal 8-8:20 long run pace.underhand - if I get my mileage up enough, would you like to try the 25K Cape Ann route some day? There are significant hills in the course and it might be beneficial for you to know where they are before the race.
For me it was hell - pure hell. I made it all the way to mile 5 without walking and at that point my lungs just gave up. Good thing for the shade going up because it was like 80 at the start of the race and it ended at like 45 degrees at the top. The gloves I had with me were covered with sweat by the time I wanted to use themWhat was the Mt Washington race like? I'd imagine it is just not possible to train on enough hills to prepare for that race!
Joe
I ran (most of) it twice, and did the XC ski race up to tree line once. I didn't have good races in any (was walking well before 5), but loved the experience. I don't remember training much differently, just tried to find more routes with hills.How many times did you run it Fris? I did it last year and probably** won't do it again - too much money and travel associated with that one for me. Definitely something to do once..
** Although I reserve the right to change my mind :rolling:
I'm not an expert in exercise physiology nor did I stay at a Holiday Inn but I've always put running in humidity up in the general same category of altitude training. There is less oxygen in the air due to the humidity and there you have it and that to high temperatures and you're in running hell.A question from a relative begining runner:
I do most of my running (20-25 miles per week at 10-12 minutes per mile) in the high desert. It can be in the 90's but the humidity is typically below 10%. Now I am in Houston for 10 days, where it is 90 degrees with 50%+ relative humidity, and it is killing me!
I am interested in a source for reliable information regarding how temperature/humidity effect physiology.
How do heat and relative humidity effect heart rate/endurance/performance and are there any strategies to avoid the sluggishness I have been experiencing? I had been doing "negative splits" back home and cutting ~60 seconds off my final mile. Here, swimming in all this humidity, I am lucky to finish at my begining pace.
Thanks in advance, if you can supply some info about how humidity effects physiology.
Daniels tablesA question from a relative begining runner:
I do most of my running (20-25 miles per week at 10-12 minutes per mile) in the high desert. It can be in the 90's but the humidity is typically below 10%. Now I am in Houston for 10 days, where it is 90 degrees with 50%+ relative humidity, and it is killing me!
I am interested in a source for reliable information regarding how temperature/humidity effect physiology.
How do heat and relative humidity effect heart rate/endurance/performance and are there any strategies to avoid the sluggishness I have been experiencing? I had been doing "negative splits" back home and cutting ~60 seconds off my final mile. Here, swimming in all this humidity, I am lucky to finish at my begining pace.