Weekend AWs

[bugmeetsworld]

I'll start this post because I have one!

In February, I set a goal for myself to run a 10K by the end of the year. I almost thought it wasn't going to happen, but 8 weeks ago I started Hal Higdon's 10K Training Plan. My race was yesterday and I hoped to finish in under an hour. Not only did I do that, but I blew it out of the water finishing in 54:03!

Congrats to the other ladies who raced this weekend! Share your AWs!

[texassmith]

That's awesome! Way to blow your goal out of the water!

Friday afternoon I decided I was going to DNSmy 5K Saturday morning. The weather was going to be HOT, it definitely wasn't going to be a PR, ands I didnt want to piss off my cranky IT bands. But late that night I said screw it and decided to go anyway and just see how it went. About halfway through the race when I had settled into my pace, I decided I'd try to break 24:00. I finished in 23:51 and got 1st in my AG! Not bad for a race I almost bailed on

[Wines Not Whines]

I PRed in a marathon that I signed up for on a whim and felt completely unprepared for. I still don't understand how that happened, but I'm thrilled!

[venice2007]

I took the past week off running and didnt run! Huge for me' And today busted out 4 effortlessly to get myself back. Was a struggle to not run but getting back today felt great!

[cinco]

Nov 17, 2013 7:58:33 GMT -5 venice2007 said:

I took the past week off running and didnt run! Huge for me' And today busted out 4 effortlessly to get myself back. Was a struggle to not run but getting back today felt great!

I think it is important to take time off! I always have to "schedule" it so I don't feel guilty, but rest makes you stronger. 

[venice2007]

Nov 17, 2013 8:51:52 GMT -5 cinco said:

Nov 17, 2013 7:58:33 GMT -5 venice2007 said:

I took the past week off running and didnt run! Huge for me' And today busted out 4 effortlessly to get myself back. Was a struggle to not run but getting back today felt great!

I think it is important to take time off! I always have to "schedule" it so I don't feel guilty, but rest makes you stronger. 

Yea it was hard but definitely needed even tho I'm just coming off time off in July/August. My legs were tired getting back to half shape so quickly after my injury.

[cinco]

I ran an unofficial 5k in 20:54. I've only broken 21 min 3 times, so I'm excited! I love/hate running fast, lol.

[kams]

I did my 20 miler yesterday, sending me in to taper!

We had a brutal headwind on the second half, and since I've been sick for awhile I didn't feel in top form, but I did it, it's over, miles are in the bank.

It was really hurting beyond 17 miles, and I felt a little defeated. And then, I remember how I felt at that point in my last cycle (much worse). I went home, carried on with life as usual, and I know I'm in a better place and I'm prepared. Maybe not as prepared as I wanted to be, but I still think I can have a great race.

[runblondie26]

Nice accomplishments everyone!

[woowoo]

I did my last long run (11 miles) before my first half in two weeks and it felt AWESOME.  Considering it was a misting, windy mess along the lakefront here in Chicago, I couldn't believe how well I did.  My pace was faster than my 15K several weeks ago.  I feel ready for my half!

[labbie]

Great job everyone!
Mine is health related. Small accomplishment, but I'm proud of myself for staying on track with my eating and tracking calories lately but most especially last night. We hosted DH's coworkers for a dinner party and I ate (and drank) without feeling deprived at all and still stayed (relatively) on track. We made a taco/burrito bar and it was incredible, if I do say so myself

[gt7301b]

I had a great time running the Philly Marathon, I ran a 1:54:30. I was trying for sub 1:50 and I went for it from the start, but around mile 4 my heart rate was way high and I knew it wasn't in the cards today. Once I realized I wasn't going to make 1:50 I spent my time high fiving kids and reading all the signs. I'd still like to try for sub 1:50 in the spring, but I need to do some 8:20 paced tempo runs to get there.

Mr. GT was trying for a BQ, but stopped and walked around mile 22 as finished in 3:34. I think he may try again in three weeks depending on how he feels. It kills me that he can't get a BQ.

It was a close to 50 at the start, who would have thought that it would be 50 in Philly in November.

[Deleted]

I was in Ireland for the weekend and managed to get out of bed on Saturday morning (slight hangover) and run 10 miles in an hour and a half! Felt amazing and got to see a but of Dublin that I otherwise wouldn't have.

Next weekend I'm doing the Conwy HM, voted fifth most scenic in the UK, super excited about that!

[finallykrisb]

I made the best apple pie ever and ate my weight in pimento cheese and bacon wrapped dates.

[jchokie79]

Congrats to everyone on their 5k, 10k, half and full races and long runs this weekend. You ladies are awesome!

I haven't ran one mile in the last two weeks BUT I bought a some kick ass winter gear at LLL in preparation for the Half training I'll be doing starting January. That counts, right!?

[clseale]

I completed my 15 miler. Yes, I've done numerous 15 milers, but you guys, this one suuuuucked. (TMI ahead) 

First, it poured for the first 5 miles. Like splashing through puddles pouring. Then it finally almost happened, ( & I feel like I had this coming for always bragging about my stomach of steel & not understanding everyone's bathroom emergencies.) I almost shit my shorts. Lol I thought of you guys!

I made a big pot of lentil soup last night. 15 grams of fiber before a 15 miler? Awesome idea, no? We get just past the point of any & all bathrooms (around mile 5) & it was just really bad. I got to the turnaround & I was starting to panic, so I ran behind a building.   I was relieved that it seemed to be a false alarm. I continued on, only to panic again a mile later. There was no where to go!! Historic houses everywhere & none of the businesses I passed were open. At that point, I was 4 miles to the closest bathroom. I also really wanted the gel I brought, but there was no way in hell I was putting a gel on my stomach.

I finally get to a boardwalk along the river that's about 1.5 miles from the bathroom, & I was done. I could not take another step. It felt like that scene from bridesmaids, where she doesn't make it & sits in the middle of the street. All I could think about was the yard pooper in Albuquerque, & I saw my headline. "Runner defecates on the riverwalk."  So I just stood there panicked, horrified, and clenched. Then, by some fucking miracle, I look to my left & see a bathroom that we have never seen the 1000+ times we have run this route, AND IT WAS OPEN!! I almost cried. Anyway, then I rocked the last 2.5 miles back to the car. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't traumatized. My heartfelt apology to any of you who have reported similar stories & have been met with laughter. I get it now.  (hug)

[venice2007]

Nov 17, 2013 20:18:46 GMT -5 clseale said:

I completed my 15 miler. Yes, I've done numerous 15 milers, but you guys, this one suuuuucked. (TMI ahead) 

First, it poured for the first 5 miles. Like splashing through puddles pouring. Then it finally almost happened, ( & I feel like I had this coming for always bragging about my stomach of steel & not understanding everyone's bathroom emergencies.) I almost shit my shorts. Lol I thought of you guys!

I made a big pot of lentil soup last night. 15 grams of fiber before a 15 miler? Awesome idea, no? We get just past the point of any & all bathrooms (around mile 5) & it was just really bad. I got to the turnaround & I was starting to panic, so I ran behind a building.   I was relieved that it seemed to be a false alarm. I continued on, only to panic again a mile later. There was no where to go!! Historic houses everywhere & no business I passed were open. At that point, I was 4 miles to the closest bathroom. I also really wanted the gel I brought, but there was no way in hell I was putting a gel on my stomach.

I finally get to a boardwalk along the river that's about 1.5 miles from the bathroom, & I was done. I could not take another step. It felt like that scene from bridesmaids, where she doesn't make it & sits in the middle of the street. All I could think about was the yard pooper in Albuquerque, & I saw my headline. "Runner defecates on the riverwalk."  So I just stood there panicked, horrified, and clenched. Then, by some fucking miracle, I look to my left & see a bathroom that we have never seen the 1000+ times we have run this route, AND IT WAS OPEN!! I almost cried. Anyway, then I rocked the last 2.5 miles back to the car. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't traumatized. My heartfelt apology to any of you who have reported similar stories & have been met with laughter. I get it now.  (hug)

Omg reading this made me panicky! Lol glad you made it!

[runaways]

You guys are awesome. And sorry clseale, I am definitely laughing (but I've been there too)!

NHFR: I (barely) survived 4 interviews in 5 days. Never again. I need to sign up for more races so that I have better AWs.

[kams]

Oh clseale. Ouccccchhhhh. I'm so glad it's over!

[gt7301b]

clseale, I love you for sharing this story.

[clseale]

Nov 17, 2013 21:03:52 GMT -5 gt7301b said:

clseale, I love you for sharing this story.

LOL. All of my shame was left on that run. I knew you guys could sympathize with me. DH's reaction to the story was a perfect mix of humor & horror. 

[sadlebred]

I did the state Cyclocross Championships. I had a consistent race. I was able to RUN the barriers at full speed. This makes me so happy!

[gt7301b]

Nov 17, 2013 21:27:33 GMT -5 clseale said:

Nov 17, 2013 21:03:52 GMT -5 gt7301b said:

clseale, I love you for sharing this story.

LOL. All of my shame was left on that run. I knew you guys could sympathize with me. DH's reaction to the story was a perfect mix of humor & horror. 

This is the thing that freaks me out about big races,  I have serious potty anxiety.  I waited in line for 30 minutes at Philly and I almost had a nervous breakdown thinking I wouldn't make it before the start.