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Wiff - 2012-12-29 1:53 PM

I sit here typing with my celebratory beer because I RAN FOR MORE THAN AN HOUR FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER!!!!  I am all sorts of impressed with myself right now.  To think, less than a year ago I couldn't make it through week 1 of the C25K and today, 6 miles!  (I switched the treadmill into miles because I wanted to run less things and 6 miles seemed better than 10 K)  I feel like calling everyone I know to tell them.  I'll settle for Facebook though.  

I actually pulled a lot of motivation from something I read on BigDH's training blog about working out being homework and you didn't have to like it, you just had to do it.

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Wiff - 2012-12-29 1:53 PM

I sit here typing with my celebratory beer because I RAN FOR MORE THAN AN HOUR FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER!!!!  I am all sorts of impressed with myself right now.  To think, less than a year ago I couldn't make it through week 1 of the C25K and today, 6 miles!  (I switched the treadmill into miles because I wanted to run less things and 6 miles seemed better than 10 K)  I feel like calling everyone I know to tell them.  I'll settle for Facebook though.  

I actually pulled a lot of motivation from something I read on BigDH's training blog about working out being homework and you didn't have to like it, you just had to do it.

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Burd - 2012-12-29 4:29 PM

That came out wrong  ...I don't mind it at all just saying it's time consuming....lol

I wouldn't wish it any other way

DBrew99 - 2012-12-29 9:23 AM

Good morning, all -I'm inspired to read all of the success stories and goal setting going on. I am still developing my goals for the year, and being a newbie I want to put a little more thought into it before posting. I've been a casual athlete all my life, and recently started running again, starting with the C25k in August. Since that time I've built up to 6 miles three times weekly, and decided to start training for a tri. I decided to set a goal for the New England Trifest held here in Vermont in June, which offers both Olympic and half distances. I set a goal to do the Olympic, figuring 6 months was enough to train. I entered my data into a gold training plan that has three runs, three bikes, and two swims weekly. When looking at the three runs (S, M, L) I saw that the distances were only a mile or so for the first few months, and that I wouldn't really be challenged until April or even May. With that in mind, I re-entered my training data as if I were doing a HIM, and the training seemed a little more a propos to what I am capable right now. I figure I can set my goals to do a HIM, and decide to back off and do the Olympic distance if that seems wiser. Sort an under-promise and over-deliver deal. So, my long winded question is this: my training now calls for distances of 1, or maybe 2 miles of running and I am capable of much more. As I start into full tri training should I keep trying for distances of, say, 3 miles (short), 4.5 miles (medium), and 6 miles (long) while adding the swimming and biking, or should I play it safe and do the much shorter mileage suggested by the program in the interest of avoiding over-training?Dan

thor67 - 2012-12-28 8:09 AM

My goals for this year.

1)get down to 190lbs. I have the mean(surly), now I need the lean.

2)Improve my bike

3)Improve my run

4)Enjoy my family-The best thing about triathlon last year was my 10 yr old son participating in them with me. This year my wife and 5 yr old daughter are going to participate. 

Races this year are going to be tough due to #4. Grandparents or alternating races with my wife will be necessary so there will be some movement in my schedule.

I am going to shoot for 2 Olys and 2 sprints this year with the odd run thrown in.

May-Drayton Valley Sprint

June-

July-Invermere, BC Heart of the Rockies Oly

July-Leduc Sprint Triathlon(1 week after invermere but it is home triathlon)

August-Usuallly do the Alberta Challenge oly but last year weeds were BRUTAL. Every stroke, I was pully weeds in the lake. Looking to find an alternative.

August/September-Either Edmonton-Dip, Ride, Run chocolate, Innisfail, Lacombe.

There may be a couple of more possibilities dependent on holidays. Such as Nelson, BC on the August long weekend and if cheap flights, somewhere warm in the spring!

bobddsmd - 2012-12-28 8:50 AM

Bobby - Good luck to you this year and have fun in Kona   I really like the break you are taking after your first HIM... I think it will keep you fresh and help you to avoid injury.  It's also smart because it's got to be hot in TX in June-September.... I also like how you plan to finish off the year.

Arrogant Bastard is too big of a beer for me... The excess malt used to hide the ABV just rubs me the wrong way!

thor67 - 2012-12-28 8:09 AM

August/September-Either Edmonton-Dip, Ride, Run chocolate, Innisfail, Lacombe.

DBrew99 - 2012-12-29 10:23 AM Good morning, all -I'm inspired to read all of the success stories and goal setting going on. I am still developing my goals for the year, and being a newbie I want to put a little more thought into it before posting. I've been a casual athlete all my life, and recently started running again, starting with the C25k in August. Since that time I've built up to 6 miles three times weekly, and decided to start training for a tri. I decided to set a goal for the New England Trifest held here in Vermont in June, which offers both Olympic and half distances. I set a goal to do the Olympic, figuring 6 months was enough to train. I entered my data into a gold training plan that has three runs, three bikes, and two swims weekly. When looking at the three runs (S, M, L) I saw that the distances were only a mile or so for the first few months, and that I wouldn't really be challenged until April or even May. With that in mind, I re-entered my training data as if I were doing a HIM, and the training seemed a little more a propos to what I am capable right now. I figure I can set my goals to do a HIM, and decide to back off and do the Olympic distance if that seems wiser. Sort an under-promise and over-deliver deal. So, my long winded question is this: my training now calls for distances of 1, or maybe 2 miles of running and I am capable of much more. As I start into full tri training should I keep trying for distances of, say, 3 miles (short), 4.5 miles (medium), and 6 miles (long) while adding the swimming and biking, or should I play it safe and do the much shorter mileage suggested by the program in the interest of avoiding over-training?Dan

Wiff - 2012-12-29 2:53 PM

I sit here typing with my celebratory beer because I RAN FOR MORE THAN AN HOUR FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER!!!!  I am all sorts of impressed with myself right now.  To think, less than a year ago I couldn't make it through week 1 of the C25K and today, 6 miles!  (I switched the treadmill into miles because I wanted to run less things and 6 miles seemed better than 10 K)  I feel like calling everyone I know to tell them.  I'll settle for Facebook though.  

I actually pulled a lot of motivation from something I read on BigDH's training blog about working out being homework and you didn't have to like it, you just had to do it.

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Qua17 - 2012-12-29 9:01 PM

Dan - Great question... I've never used one of those plans in the gold section but my thought is that they begin with the assumption that you are just starting out.  But from what you mentioned in your post - you are already putting in runs 3-5x as long.  

My suggestion is to honor your ability by starting with longer runs but to take into account the fact that you are adding swim and bike times to your weekly totals.  So I might do runs of 2,3, and 4.5 miles while adding the swimming and biking.  Just be sure that your weekly time doesn't increase by more than 10-15% in terms of total time exercised and you should be fine.

Qua17 - 2012-12-29 8:22 PM

Yesterday, I accomplished my weekly goal and did yoga for the first time.  For the longest time, I'd been resisting people's suggestion to try it thinking it just wasn't for me.  It took all of 30 seconds for me to realize how much I needed it.  Wow - what an amazing workout!  All that sweating made me feel fantastic!

Today, I got in a run during the first major snow storm this year.  I love running in the snow.  I look forward to it all year because It gives me a reason to slow down, relax and just enjoy myself.  So, there I am, running down this trail and loving life when all of a sudden the phone rings.  It's my son - he needs me to come pull his tooth.  No problem. So I run home and yank it then head back out on my run... Then my new head phones started falling out of my ears.  I'd stick them back in only to have them pop out again.  Frustrating... I got 5 in but was so disappointed...

Luckily, I live in New England.  It will snow again!  I'll more than make up for it tomorrow with a trip to my favorite wings place (BW3s)... I'm 3 pounds to the good for my monthly weight loss goal.  Cleveland is playing the Steelers. It doesn't get much better...

mirthfuldragon - 2012-12-30 7:19 AM

Just finished a nice 10k on the treadmill, with my new Saucony Triumph 9's.  My LRS suggested them, based on a true neutral cushioning, compared to my old Asics stability shoes.  Then again, I bought my Asics when I was 45lbs heavier.

The difference is noteworthy, but not night and day.  

I also looked at some minimalist shoes, specifically the Nike Free series, but I decided to go to something more standard while I am still building base.  The feel is very different, and I don't know which is better.

What I really need to do is calibrate my Garmin footpod against a GPS, since it seems every treadmill in my gym gives me different distance readings, and once the mercury gets above 10 degrees, I'll try my first outdoor run in the cold.

A question for the experience runners out there - other than boredom, while doing zone 2 base building, is there anything wrong or questionable about going for longer distances?  Today ranks up there with my longest run at 6.2 miles, but 15min after I was finished, I felt 95%, so I know I have a lot more left in the tank.  I know that's the point of zone 2 training, but should my LSD runs be longer?  I'm not worried about speed right now (though I am getting steadily faster, bit by bit).  

Thanks, 

-Charles

thor67 - 2012-12-29 10:24 PM

Nice job on the run!

What kind of headphones? I am in the market for a new pair. Looking at yurbuds....

mirthfuldragon - 2012-12-30 9:19 AM

Just finished a nice 10k on the treadmill, with my new Saucony Triumph 9's.  My LRS suggested them, based on a true neutral cushioning, compared to my old Asics stability shoes.  Then again, I bought my Asics when I was 45lbs heavier.

The difference is noteworthy, but not night and day.  

I also looked at some minimalist shoes, specifically the Nike Free series, but I decided to go to something more standard while I am still building base.  The feel is very different, and I don't know which is better.

What I really need to do is calibrate my Garmin footpod against a GPS, since it seems every treadmill in my gym gives me different distance readings, and once the mercury gets above 10 degrees, I'll try my first outdoor run in the cold.

A question for the experience runners out there - other than boredom, while doing zone 2 base building, is there anything wrong or questionable about going for longer distances?  Today ranks up there with my longest run at 6.2 miles, but 15min after I was finished, I felt 95%, so I know I have a lot more left in the tank.  I know that's the point of zone 2 training, but should my LSD runs be longer?  I'm not worried about speed right now (though I am getting steadily faster, bit by bit).  

Thanks, 

-Charles

thor67 - 2012-12-28 2:16 PM

I tend to stay away from European can beers. They tend to sit on the shelf a lonnnng time. Well other than Guinness of course. :-)

kevinbe - 2012-12-28 2:37 PM

Nah, HIM or greater for me.  $$  starts to add up. 

Fishing was worthless, the only thing I caught was a killer buzz and headache, and a little heat for the above buzz and headache when I got home.  I got outfished and outdrank by brother in laws, but the times were great.

Proceed to party.

Wiff - 2012-12-28 3:53 PM

I sit here typing with my celebratory beer because I RAN FOR MORE THAN AN HOUR FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER!!!!  I am all sorts of impressed with myself right now.  To think, less than a year ago I couldn't make it through week 1 of the C25K and today, 6 miles!  (I switched the treadmill into miles because I wanted to run less things and 6 miles seemed better than 10 K)  I feel like calling everyone I know to tell them.  I'll settle for Facebook though.  

I actually pulled a lot of motivation from something I read on BigDH's training blog about working out being homework and you didn't have to like it, you just had to do it.

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Wiff - 2012-12-28 3:53 PM

I sit here typing with my celebratory beer because I RAN FOR MORE THAN AN HOUR FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER!!!!  I am all sorts of impressed with myself right now.  To think, less than a year ago I couldn't make it through week 1 of the C25K and today, 6 miles!  (I switched the treadmill into miles because I wanted to run less things and 6 miles seemed better than 10 K)  I feel like calling everyone I know to tell them.  I'll settle for Facebook though.  

I actually pulled a lot of motivation from something I read on BigDH's training blog about working out being homework and you didn't have to like it, you just had to do it.

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mirthfuldragon - 2012-12-30 8:19 AM

Just finished a nice 10k on the treadmill, with my new Saucony Triumph 9's.  My LRS suggested them, based on a true neutral cushioning, compared to my old Asics stability shoes.  Then again, I bought my Asics when I was 45lbs heavier.

The difference is noteworthy, but not night and day.  

I also looked at some minimalist shoes, specifically the Nike Free series, but I decided to go to something more standard while I am still building base.  The feel is very different, and I don't know which is better.

What I really need to do is calibrate my Garmin footpod against a GPS, since it seems every treadmill in my gym gives me different distance readings, and once the mercury gets above 10 degrees, I'll try my first outdoor run in the cold.

A question for the experience runners out there - other than boredom, while doing zone 2 base building, is there anything wrong or questionable about going for longer distances?  Today ranks up there with my longest run at 6.2 miles, but 15min after I was finished, I felt 95%, so I know I have a lot more left in the tank.  I know that's the point of zone 2 training, but should my LSD runs be longer?  I'm not worried about speed right now (though I am getting steadily faster, bit by bit).  

Thanks, 

-Charles