I haven’t swam since the OWS of my triathlon, lol! It’s going to be really hard to start up again. And I’m worried I’ll have flashbacks. I should reread my triathlon recap b/c I know I enjoyed it and wanted to do another, but looking back now all I remember is the fear of the swim and the bike.
I’m waiting to hear if DH got in via the lottery of the Chesapeake Bay Swim so we can plan our races for 2018!
My dog thinks this is NOT a therapy tool with which to do trigger point release on my back:
He thinks it's a dog toy and that it belongs to him. I lay on it and he comes over and is trying to get from underneath me. I put it away in the ottoman and now he sniffs the ottoman and barks at it because he knows it's in there. I texted my husband last night and said "I'll be late coming home from the gym because it's the only place that is safe" LOL
I haven’t swam since the OWS of my triathlon, lol! It’s going to be really hard to start up again. And I’m worried I’ll have flashbacks. I should reread my triathlon recap b/c I know I enjoyed it and wanted to do another, but looking back now all I remember is the fear of the swim and the bike.
I’m waiting to hear if DH got in via the lottery of the Chesapeake Bay Swim so we can plan our races for 2018!
I want to volunteer at that. Or spectate from afar by boat at least. It's a bucket list item...but it's pretty far down the list. I can still swim when I'm old right?
Post by shellfish26 on Dec 19, 2017 9:30:03 GMT -5
In keeping with the theme, I haven't run more than a mile since the marathon 6 weeks ago. My PT OK'd 3 miles (or less if it hurt), and I did it! I'm so happy!
But, I am also annoyed. My PTs office is part of a chain, and it's not super busy so they have limited hours. When the M/W evening guy is off, they don't have anything later than noon. Which means that I am not going to be seen again for over a week now.
confession: I got up this morning, put running clothes on, took dog out and then instead of getting the rest of my gear on and heading out I went back upstairs and set the alarm for an hour and got back in bed. I feel like the biggest sloth and I know I would have felt better after a run so I'm mad at myself. I don't even feel more rested, so double whammy.
I have not worked out in weeks. I was so sick and now things are beyond stressful and crazy. I feel like I am slipping and sliding into being overwhelmed and I hate that I have not gone for a run in so long. Waaaahmbulance, party of 1.
I have 10 days off over the holidays, and it is looking like rain in the forecast all but 1-2 days. Last year I was able to ride most of the holidays. Ugh!
You guys...my sister just told me she has concerns that my mama isn't taking marathon training seriously. Like, doesn't actually have a plan, is just kinda winging it and is planning to top out at 14 miles for her long runs.
um. no? dude. Get your shit together.
I thought she was doing fine - I think her last long run was 7 miles? We're 16 weeks out..I think? 15 weeks? that would put her on track with something like HH Novice 1.
Post by Wines Not Whines on Dec 19, 2017 11:55:07 GMT -5
Add me to the "I haven't gone for a swim in forever" camp. I swam a decent amount last summer/fall when I couldn't run. Then when I was back up to running 100%, I was like, Nope, I'm not swimming anymore. I want to start swimming again, but it's hard to get started. I also worry other people (lifeguards, other swimmers) are judging me for how bad I am. If someone said that about running I'd tell them no one else cares. And it would be true. But still.
I went for a swim yesterday and for some reason I was totally floundering doing freestyle. Like every time I took a breath my mouth got water in in, and I started choking? I don't know, I was feeling stressed anyway because the Y only had two lanes open for lap swim and I hate sharing lanes.
I ended up mostly doing breast stroke but now I feel a sense of panic that I've suddenly forgotten how to swim!!! aargh
Post by bostonmichelle on Dec 19, 2017 15:02:16 GMT -5
I need to figure out a way to get swimming back into my schedule. The swim team takes up most of the lanes in the evenings at the Y and there’s no lap swim during that time. I may have to figure out the masters classes and join so that I’ll be motivated to show up.
Tis the season...for our work holiday lunch from Olive Garden. And all sorts of cookies from my patients' families. Thank god I wear scrub pants and t shirts to work!
We haven’t talked to FIL in about 2 years b/c he decided he didn’t want anything to do with his “ungrateful” children. He has Narcissistic Personality Disorder. It’s astounding how little regard he has for anyone other than himself, every conversation is one sided, and he thinks he is a gift to the world. He’s like Trump, basically. Today (after 2 f’ing years) we received a Christmas card in a giant envelope with 3 cards for DH’s siblings and a note that said “Can you mail these to your brother and sisters”. Good lord this man is the WORST. He could not even address the other damn cards. And he will be pissed when we don’t go all out thanking him for finally reaching out to us. Go away, old man! ETA: yeah so this was a random vent that is not at all H&F related.
We haven’t talked to FIL in about 2 years b/c he decided he didn’t want anything to do with his “ungrateful” children. He has Narcissistic Personality Disorder. It’s astounding how little regard he has for anyone other than himself, every conversation is one sided, and he thinks he is a gift to the world. He’s like Trump, basically. Today (after 2 f’ing years) we received a Christmas card in a giant envelope with 3 cards for DH’s siblings and a note that said “Can you mail these to your brother and sisters”. Good lord this man is the WORST. He could not even address the other damn cards. And he will be pissed when we don’t go all out thanking him for finally reaching out to us. Go away, old man! ETA: yeah so this was a random vent that is not at all H&F related.
My mother has NPD too (and also BPD), so i empathize greatly. Big hugs.
Are we all whining about swimming? I hate our new winter pool. It makes me hate swimming. I love swimming. How does a pool kill all the joy? Ill tell you how: it's too freaking warm, its filled super high and above the lane lines so its wavy, its salt water and burns my skin, and its a really long drive.
Post by whiteorchid on Dec 19, 2017 20:33:14 GMT -5
I have a complaint- I'm back in PT with patellar tendinitis ☹️. I haven't had any major injuries in over a year. I'm supposed to start marathon training on December 31. I'm limited right now to 3 miles runs, and I'm only allowed to run 3 days per week max. Im so depressed about this.
Sometimes my midweek morning runs keep me awake. I'm not sure what it is, but I keep waking up and get nervous about them, I think it's pressure not to quit/give in and not do it.
The Brave Athlete book is really helping me but also gives me things to think about.
I woke up several times last night thinking-I did it again, I hit snooze and it's too late to run. My mantra today is "Just do it". And Ellie Kempers "There's a 100% chance I'll feel better after I do".
Here it is 4:40 on here and I'm ruminating about this run instead of just getting it over with. How weird and random.
It's 5 miles and here I go! There now I am accountable and I'll report back!
Update: I did it. After .89 I realized I hadn't started my watch. Arrgghh that's the worst! Especially since I think my coworker will do 5 and mine will only show 4 on MMR! So I turned it on and kept going until my Garmin said 5, which was at 5.7. I could edit my Garmin but not MMR.
Regardless! That was my longest treadmill run, ever! Now the cardio of my regular morning begins
About to head out for a "late" weekday run. (Aka I might get to see the sunrise!)
I took today for my use it or lose it day. We're going to the mall of all goddamn things. My first suggestion was lay around naked and watch tv, but apparently we have things to buy still. Lame.
I haven’t swam since the OWS of my triathlon, lol! It’s going to be really hard to start up again. And I’m worried I’ll have flashbacks. I should reread my triathlon recap b/c I know I enjoyed it and wanted to do another, but looking back now all I remember is the fear of the swim and the bike.
I’m waiting to hear if DH got in via the lottery of the Chesapeake Bay Swim so we can plan our races for 2018!
That's a great race. Let me know if he has questions.
True random: shellfish26 and I figured out yesterday that I'm friends with her BIL. Such a small world.
I'm still laughing about this. What are the odds? We'll definitely have to get together next time we're in the area. (Plus, I think that everyone in the world should be friends with BIL/SIL because they are that awesome.)
Yes! It’s like 5 runs and 5 swims, and I have no idea what you do with your shoes! My uncle posted something about it and it looked awesome!
The distances are pretty short, but yeah, i have no idea about shoes lol i googled it, sort of close (like 45 minutes away)... is your uncle doing it?
I could ask him. He is - I think he’s done it a few times. I may be headed out there in the next year and I kind of want to coordinate my visit with this race! Will let you know if I do!
The distances are pretty short, but yeah, i have no idea about shoes lol i googled it, sort of close (like 45 minutes away)... is your uncle doing it?
I could ask him. He is - I think he’s done it a few times. I may be headed out there in the next year and I kind of want to coordinate my visit with this race! Will let you know if I do!