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RacoonQueen wrote: »Well done on your 20 miler. Are you training for a marathon?
Some base training if not, alright
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If we can find where she parked the Delorean, we can go back to yesterday and find out 0 -
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Monday 23 November
am: 60 mins recovery @ 9:59
Didn't sleep great despite being very tired from the 20 miler the previous day, so was a bit zonked all day. Kept it very slow and very eeeezzzzzzzeeeeee.
pm: 40 mins easy @ 9:51
As above.
Tuesday 24 November
am: 45 mins easy @ 9:45
Still a bit tired. Must be still in recovery mode from the 20. Went with the flow and picked it up a tad towards the end of the run. Legs feel good.
pm: 60 mins easy @ 9:43
Couldn't wait to get out again today. Lazy hazy day just pottering about not doing much of anything except listening to good music and catching up with bit 'n bobs.
Wednesday 25 November
3 x 6 x 40 sec @ 1 mile effort. 3 min rec between sets
Awful night in bed. About 5am when I got to sleep and woke at 9 and couldn't get back so that was that. Thought I'd just head to the Phoenix Park for a change of scenery and if not feeling it I'd just run easy and scrap the session. Felt crap on the warm up so decided to try a few of the strides and if they felt terrible I'd switch back to an easy run. I actually felt better running faster than I did plodding along on my warm up, and felt progressively better and better as the run went on. Delighted with the session. Didn't lap the reps on my chronometer, but Strava gives me a good idea of how hard I worked - very hard, and to the right effort. Felt great on the warm down and would have done a few more miles but I had to look after a 4 year old for a few hours. She wanted to do running races in the Park so I'd say I definitely ran another mile of a cooldown. She's bloody fast. I was very tempted to strap the horologe on her wrist to see how fast she was running (this is why I should never be allowed to have children), but I'd say it was easily a sub 10min/mile with very little recovery between reps and lots of laughing involved! I'll be telling her ma to send her up to Tallaght AC as soon as they'll take her!!!
9.4 miles @ 9:33
Thursday 26 November
6 miles work-mute home @ 9:20
This was great. Logistics of how to do it were difficult to figure out with gear and leaving stuff in work etc. Only thing I got wrong was forgetting to bring my gloves in with me, and forgetting to take my lipstick off before the run. I think it looks really dumb to wear lipstick when running. Anyways it was dark so probably got away with it. I love running through city streets but find I do run a bit too fast with the adrenaline.
Once out of town, most of the rest of the run home is uphill and had a little race going on for part of it with a bloke I passed on Dorset Street which continued on until Whitehall. I wasn't giving in though. I won
Friday 27 November
5.2 miles @ 9:49
Easy single after work. Was completey shattered from yet another night of sleeplessness. Work was a real chore to get through. Not that I was busy, but trying to stay awake was a challenge in itself and my colleagues must've thought I was drunk or something as I kept banging into things with sleepiness.
Decided I'd just go out for very easy 3 miles max after work. As ever, I felt a lot better when I was running than not running, so did a little bit more than initially intended, but not as much as was on the plan.
Saturday 28 November
2 hours w/5x45 sec strides
Great sleep but was feeling very sluggish and happy to go slowly, so surprised the pace isn't slower than it says on the chroniker. Went to Phoenix Park but did a little detour outside the park down by the Museum and Croppy Acre and a little bit down the Quays.
My sister used to have an apartment down that direction and I remember our weekend entertainment used to consist of watching the ladies of the night all tarted up and waiting for some business. I saw plenty of stuff that an innocent gal fresh up from the country shouldn't have been subjected to! Still scarred to this day!
The wind was a bit of a nuisance in places on this run, but tried not to let it bother me. Really enjoyed the strides and felt very strong doing them. I find on all my longer runs that I get a real burst of energy towards the end and always run a few quicker miles to finish off without really intending to.
13 miles @ 9:33
Sunday 29 November
am: 60 mins easy @ 9:45
Very windy but not as bad as I thought it would be. They were making such a big deal out of how bad it would be that I was pleasantly surprised to be able to run at all. Most enjoyable. Started very easy and upped the pace a little towards the end.
pm: 40 mins easy @ 9:47
Was just heading out the door when Storm Clodagh made her presence felt. These crazy gusts of wind came out of nowhere straight into my face and nearly swept me off my feet. I had what I can only imagine an asthma attack is like. Couldn't catch my breath. Had to stop to get my breath back properly and nearly chocked. I actually turned for home as I felt so awful but conditions improved a little on my way back, so did an about-turn and headed back out on my plod. Glad I did now as I really enjoyed it in the end.
Another happy ending
65.4 miles weekly total
November recap:
Ran for 29 out of 30 days. I'm encouraged to take one day off every 3 weeks so might take another one soon but not next week I think. Don't actually want one or feel I need one particularly, and December will bring lots of unwelcome unavoidable disruptions so think I'll keep going as I am until I'm forced to take one or two due to circumstances beyond my control - i.e. getting rat arsed.
44 runs done in total
1 practice race as session
283 miles monthly total (including tomorrow's 2 runs which will happen unless Zeus strikes me down in my sleep)
All the usual AIS, Lunge Matrix and Myrtl routines done each day without fail
December will definitely see me race a 5 or 10k balls out, and I'm committed to doing a 5k on Stephen's Day with my brother (but will be a hungover hilly race so no big expectations, but will give it my all regardless). Won't be tapering for any races however as focus is on the mileage for foreseeable future. Delighted with my training. It's an absolute joy to be able to do it 0 -
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December will definitely see me race a 5 or 10k balls out, and I'm committed to doing a 5k on Stephen's Day with my brother (but will be a hungover hilly race so no big expectations, but will give it my all regardless). Won't be tapering for any races however as focus is on the mileage for foreseeable future. Delighted with my training. It's an absolute joy to be able to do it
Post Waterford plan?
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Myles Splitz wrote: »Post Waterford plan?
Hey
No, Waterford ain't happening. Timing just doesn't suit me and couldn't find another suitable half this side of Xmas so I'm gonna have to wait until next year to have a lash at the sub 1:50.
Now is as good a time as any to state my plans for the early part of next year.
January - Staplestown Marathon as a training run/race practice
April - Connemara 39.3 mile race
Depending on how the above goes, I might look at something longer again.
SO excited:D
I've always wanted to 'go long' and thought I'd wait for another few years but came to the conclusion lately that now is the time to do it. I'm fitter and healthier than I've ever been and in a position to be able to give 100% commitment to my training so why the hell not.
DCM 2016 definitely on the cards too.
I'll be going into the New Year with a base weekly mileage of 70 miles and the long run will be pretty much up to marathon distance by then. I'll build from there...0 -
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Bottom line is that life really is too short and too precious not to try and do that which makes one happiest And no I'm not drunk:D:D
this x 1,000, and I've always got the feeling from your log, and strava that running long is where your heart lies.
Also, its a woman's prerogative to change her mind
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Chivito550 wrote: »Would you not look at racing the half early next year and then a marathon in the spring. You're clearly well capable of going sub 1:50 and sub 4 at the very least, judging by your training. There's people running those times off not even half your mileage, so you obviously have it in you, if you commit to a race. No point in racing an arbitrary ultra distance before actually nailing the half and full IMO.
Yeah racing a half is on the cards before my target race, but not a full. That'll have to wait until DCM.
Ha ha yeah I know there are people running quarter of what I run who are running way way faster than me. Are they having as much fun as me though? Hope so!
You might say 'no point' but that's not how I see it. And what is 'nailing the half and full' anyway? Rhetorical question! I might never 'nail' it down to the time I'd love to do it. So what am I waiting for? Another corny line coming 'I could be dead this time next year.':)0 -
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Monday 31 November
am: 60 mins easy @ 9:51
pm: 45 mins easy @ 9:41
I got a little stitch in the early parts of the run. I doubt it had anything to do with the Domino's pizza, the very large glass of wine, and half a box of chocolates I had an hour before this run:D.
On the stitch thing, I keep meaning to say that I think I have it under control. They still happen if I do something silly like eating too close to a run as above, but when they do happen, I can usually manage to control them with very forced belly breathing. I read a post on an old thread by Vinny Mulvey I think it was, a few months back which made something click in my brain about how to deal with it when it happens. I did get one during the Run in the Dark that didn't go away for about a mile but in general, I'm dealing with them better when they happen now.
Tuesday 1 December
Wow! December already!!!
60 mins easy @ 9:52
Done after work and after a typical Monday sleepless night. Wasn't my bestest run ever, as I didn't feel wonderful, but it was still a little bit nice
Wednesday 2 December
3 x 6 x 40 sec @ 1 mile efffort & 4 mins hard
An eventful run and post run night
Left work with bag on back for car which was parked on Griffith Avenue. This was my second run-mute ever so I very excited all day during work (it doesn't take much). It took almost 4 miles to get to the car, so I was very very well warmed up by the time I got to drop my bag and start the session. The run from city centre to Griffith Aveunue is mainly uphill too so I was a bit wrecked by the time I got to start the workout.
First set of 3 reps went ok but I knew they weren't as fast as last time I did this session. This is mainly because I couldn't really see the footpath very well so had to watch my step. On my 3 minute recovery from the first set, I could see these 3 fellas approaching me on bikes. I knew I was in for it but what do you do? I had to turn around just before they approached me to start the next set of reps or the session would have been messed up, so I turned around to do the next stride. I expected a load of verbal abuse as they passed, something original along the lines of 'nice *** of **** love' or similar as they passed me, but instead I was treated to a big hard smack on the arse instead. No words, just laughter and along they went on their merry way. Obviously it's not nice being the recipient of such a smack but I do admire the young fella's precision and timing as it was executed to perfection. Benny Hill would've been impressed.
Anyways, that made me a bit mad and a bit sad (dunno, just felt a bit violated by a stranger touching me there) and I decided to move area in case they came along again but I actually did much better on the last set of reps as an unexpected positive came as a result of the slap on arse. I found a new area which is perfectly flat and well lit area to do my strides session from now on, so thanks little perverts.
I did a nice few miles cool down and happy enough with the session in the end.
When I got back to the car I checked my phone to see that a real life episode of Love/Hate was being carried on at my sister's doorstep. Oh the drama.. what a night. One I'd rather forget but that won't happen any time soon.
10 miles @ 9:28
Friday 3 December
6 miles easy @ 9:05
Run home from work in the crazy wind. Behind me most of the way but it was very unpredictable so had to take it very handy. Watch throwing out some funny splits. No way was it as fast as that but I did have the wind pushing me for a lot of it.
So that's 3 work/run mutes done this week but all of them were going home. I will start running into work in the New Year also (once i figure out logistics) as it'll be an easy way of getting 12 miles done a day, on the days that I currently only do short single runs.
Saturday 4 December
am: 60 mins easy @ 9:28
Against the wind all the way, so even though it was mainly downhill I was brought to a standstill in parts. Watch throwing out some funny splits again. I don't think it likes the wind!
Wrote my Santa List this afternoon. Included on said list was lots of arse-covering long sleeved lose running tops
pm: 40 mins easy @ 9:37
Uphill all the way with the wind pushing me most of the time. Some free fartlek bits thrown in courtey of the wind surges. My les had to move very quickly at times!!!
Sunday 5 December
23 mile long slow run @ 9:45
Was looking forward to this all week. A bit concerned the watch wouldn't last the duration so strapped the stopwatch onto the other wrist for backup.
Felt a little sluggish starting out but that's usually the way for me with these long runs. The enjoyment was progressive and by half way in I was really loving it, appreciating the stunning scenery in the park and watching the amazing greyhounds with their owners, as there had been some kind of greyhound convention on earlier. Absolutely beautiful creatures.
Stopped at about 2 hours 15 to have a quick drink. Think I passed yaboya on the North Road and met aero2k after 20 miles on North Road also and stopped for a lovely chat Hope you enjoyed the rest of your run!
Then the watch stopped working at 21 miles. That's that I guess for the longer runs so I'll be in the market for a watch with a long lasting battery. Will have to have it in 2 weeks for the next long run of over 4 hours. Started up the Casio stopwatch and just ran for another 20 minutes to cover another 2+ miles.
I was so so cold when I finished this and got back to the car. I had the heat on full blast and fan up to 90 and a heavy coat on but I just couldn't warm up. The coldness was deep in my bones. I had to soak in a hot bath for about an hour when I got home to put the life blood back into me. Very happy with the run and how I felt throughout. It all felt very comfortable and relaxed and never forced and breathing was perfect. Exactly how a long slow run should feel. While I was very tired by the end I could have done another few miles a bit pacier. The only negative I have is that the back of my neck got a bit sore towards the end.
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Monday 31 November
am: 60 mins easy @ 9:51
pm: 45 mins easy @ 9:41
I got a little stitch in the early parts of the run. I doubt it had anything to do with the Domino's pizza, the very large glass of wine, and half a box of chocolates I had an hour before this run:D.
On the stitch thing, I keep meaning to say that I think I have it under control. They still happen if I do something silly like eating too close to a run as above, but when they do happen, I can usually manage to control them with very forced belly breathing. I read a post on an old thread by Vinny Mulvey I think it was, a few months back which made something click in my brain about how to deal with it when it happens. I did get one during the Run in the Dark that didn't go away for about a mile but in general, I'm dealing with them better when they happen now.
Tuesday 1 December
Wow! December already!!!
60 mins easy @ 9:52
Done after work and after a typical Monday sleepless night. Wasn't my bestest run ever, as I didn't feel wonderful, but it was still a little bit nice
Wednesday 2 December
3 x 6 x 40 sec @ 1 mile efffort & 4 mins hard
An eventful run and post run night
Left work with bag on back for car which was parked on Griffith Avenue. This was my second run-mute ever so I very excited all day during work (it doesn't take much). It took almost 4 miles to get to the car, so I was very very well warmed up by the time I got to drop my bag and start the session. The run from city centre to Griffith Aveunue is mainly uphill too so I was a bit wrecked by the time I got to start the workout.
First set of 3 reps went ok but I knew they weren't as fast as last time I did this session. This is mainly because I couldn't really see the footpath very well so had to watch my step. On my 3 minute recovery from the first set, I could see these 3 fellas approaching me on bikes. I knew I was in for it but what do you do? I had to turn around just before they approached me to start the next set of reps or the session would have been messed up, so I turned around to do the next stride. I expected a load of verbal abuse as they passed, something original along the lines of 'nice *** of **** love' or similar as they passed me, but instead I was treated to a big hard smack on the arse instead. No words, just laughter and along they went on their merry way. Obviously it's not nice being the recipient of such a smack but I do admire the young fella's precision and timing as it was executed to perfection. Benny Hill would've been impressed.
Anyways, that made me a bit mad and a bit sad (dunno, just felt a bit violated by a stranger touching me there) and I decided to move area in case they came along again but I actually did much better on the last set of reps as an unexpected positive came as a result of the slap on arse. I found a new area which is perfectly flat and well lit area to do my strides session from now on, so thanks little perverts.
I did a nice few miles cool down and happy enough with the session in the end.
When I got back to the car I checked my phone to see that a real life episode of Love/Hate was being carried on at my sister's doorstep. Oh the drama.. what a night. One I'd rather forget but that won't happen any time soon.
10 miles @ 9:28
Friday 3 December
6 miles easy @ 9:05
Run home from work in the crazy wind. Behind me most of the way but it was very unpredictable so had to take it very handy. Watch throwing out some funny splits. No way was it as fast as that but I did have the wind pushing me for a lot of it.
So that's 3 work/run mutes done this week but all of them were going home. I will start running into work in the New Year also (once i figure out logistics) as it'll be an easy way of getting 12 miles done a day, on the days that I currently only do short single runs.
Saturday 4 December
am: 60 mins easy @ 9:28
Against the wind all the way, so even though it was mainly downhill I was brought to a standstill in parts. Watch throwing out some funny splits again. I don't think it likes the wind!
Wrote my Santa List this afternoon. Included on said list was lots of arse-covering long sleeved lose running tops
pm: 40 mins easy @ 9:37
Uphill all the way with the wind pushing me most of the time. Some free fartlek bits thrown in courtey of the wind surges. My les had to move very quickly at times!!!
Sunday 5 December
23 mile long slow run @ 9:45
Was looking forward to this all week. A bit concerned the watch wouldn't last the duration so strapped the stopwatch onto the other wrist for backup.
Felt a little sluggish starting out but that's usually the way for me with these long runs. The enjoyment was progressive and by half way in I was really loving it, appreciating the stunning scenery in the park and watching the amazing greyhounds with their owners, as there had been some kind of greyhound convention on earlier. Absolutely beautiful creatures.
Stopped at about 2 hours 15 to have a quick drink. Think I passed yaboya on the North Road and met aero2k after 20 miles on North Road also and stopped for a lovely chat Hope you enjoyed the rest of your run!
Then the watch stopped working at 21 miles. That's that I guess for the longer runs so I'll be in the market for a watch with a long lasting battery. Will have to have it in 2 weeks for the next long run of over 4 hours. Started up the Casio stopwatch and just ran for another 20 minutes to cover another 2+ miles.
I was so so cold when I finished this and got back to the car. I had the heat on full blast and fan up to 90 and a heavy coat on but I just couldn't warm up. The coldness was deep in my bones. I had to soak in a hot bath for about an hour when I got home to put the life blood back into me. Very happy with the run and how I felt throughout. It all felt very comfortable and relaxed and never forced and breathing was perfect. Exactly how a long slow run should feel. While I was very tired by the end I could have done another few miles a bit pacier. The only negative I have is that the back of my neck got a bit sore towards the end.
71.5 miles weekly total
11hrs 27 mins running
Is that your highest weekly total?
Tiger kidnapping?
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