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pilotzs - 2011-05-10 3:26 PM

And I found out today I have a scratched cornea and infection in my eye.

glasses and training don't mix well for me.  And my eye is VERY sensitive to light.  Any suggestions?

Mrschach - 2011-05-11 8:00 AM

Hey guys!  I am terrible!  I have not checked in or even read the posts here for at least the past week.  We are having some major issues with our 4 year old and I have not been online much.  I have been on to log my lousy workouts and that is it.  Because of family stuff, I have missed too many long runs and will not be running my marathon this weekend.  At this point, I plan on selling my bib for MCM in October too.  Training is just way too much for me right now with my littles.  I feel as though I need to do right by and for my boys and I don't think I have been doing that training for the longer distances.  I made the tough decision a few weeks ago to go back to working out for fitness and not actually training.  It sucks being a mom sometimes!

I have barely ran since making that decision but have been weight lifting more and biking.  I even got to the pool last night for a swim. 

Things are slowly getting better and also slowing down at work.  I am going to catch up today and promise to be active!

Mrschach - 2011-05-11 9:00 AM

Hey guys!  I am terrible!  I have not checked in or even read the posts here for at least the past week.  We are having some major issues with our 4 year old and I have not been online much.  I have been on to log my lousy workouts and that is it.  Because of family stuff, I have missed too many long runs and will not be running my marathon this weekend.  At this point, I plan on selling my bib for MCM in October too.  Training is just way too much for me right now with my littles.  I feel as though I need to do right by and for my boys and I don't think I have been doing that training for the longer distances.  I made the tough decision a few weeks ago to go back to working out for fitness and not actually training.  It sucks being a mom sometimes!

I have barely ran since making that decision but have been weight lifting more and biking.  I even got to the pool last night for a swim. 

Things are slowly getting better and also slowing down at work.  I am going to catch up today and promise to be active!

cornfed - 2011-05-11 9:22 AM

That sucks but it sounds like you've got your priorities right.  I hope everything works out with you 4yr old.  A marathon is a big deal and you need to be able to focus on it if it's going to be a positive experience.  I think you're doing the right thing by backing off for now. That said, I don' think you need to completely give up training and racing.  There are lot of shorter events you can do and many of them are much smaller venues so you don't have committe months in advance (many will let you sign up that day).  For example, there is a 5k or 10k run near me just about every week in the summer.  Have you thought about trying things like that to help keep you motivated?  It's really heard to run a good 5k or 10k (ie you need to put in some solid training) but the distance is much more forgiving so if you have to prioritize you life for a while it's easier to get back on track when things settle down and still have an enjoyable race.  Just a thought.

cornfed - 2011-05-11 9:22 AM

That sucks but it sounds like you've got your priorities right.  I hope everything works out with you 4yr old.  A marathon is a big deal and you need to be able to focus on it if it's going to be a positive experience.  I think you're doing the right thing by backing off for now. That said, I don' think you need to completely give up training and racing.  There are lot of shorter events you can do and many of them are much smaller venues so you don't have committe months in advance (many will let you sign up that day).  For example, there is a 5k or 10k run near me just about every week in the summer.  Have you thought about trying things like that to help keep you motivated?  It's really heard to run a good 5k or 10k (ie you need to put in some solid training) but the distance is much more forgiving so if you have to prioritize you life for a while it's easier to get back on track when things settle down and still have an enjoyable race.  Just a thought.

cornfed - 2011-05-11 3:19 PM Just got my wave number for next weekend.  They combined my AG (30-34) with the 20-24 group so I'll be starting with about 200 of my closest friends. This race is pretty big deal local so there is mix of experienced and new athletes so this should be interested.  I guess I won't have to worry about sighting... I'll just follow the churning mass of bodies!

cornfed - 2011-05-11 9:22 AM

That sucks but it sounds like you've got your priorities right.  I hope everything works out with you 4yr old.  A marathon is a big deal and you need to be able to focus on it if it's going to be a positive experience.  I think you're doing the right thing by backing off for now. That said, I don' think you need to completely give up training and racing.  There are lot of shorter events you can do and many of them are much smaller venues so you don't have committe months in advance (many will let you sign up that day).  For example, there is a 5k or 10k run near me just about every week in the summer.  Have you thought about trying things like that to help keep you motivated?  It's really heard to run a good 5k or 10k (ie you need to put in some solid training) but the distance is much more forgiving so if you have to prioritize you life for a while it's easier to get back on track when things settle down and still have an enjoyable race.  Just a thought.

Mrschach - 2011-05-11 8:00 AM

Hey guys!  I am terrible!  I have not checked in or even read the posts here for at least the past week.  We are having some major issues with our 4 year old and I have not been online much.  I have been on to log my lousy workouts and that is it.  Because of family stuff, I have missed too many long runs and will not be running my marathon this weekend.  At this point, I plan on selling my bib for MCM in October too.  Training is just way too much for me right now with my littles.  I feel as though I need to do right by and for my boys and I don't think I have been doing that training for the longer distances.  I made the tough decision a few weeks ago to go back to working out for fitness and not actually training.  It sucks being a mom sometimes!

I have barely ran since making that decision but have been weight lifting more and biking.  I even got to the pool last night for a swim. 

Things are slowly getting better and also slowing down at work.  I am going to catch up today and promise to be active!

jennitris - 2011-05-12 6:49 AM

That's tough.  As a mom of two little ones, I get it, though.  I've had to modify training plans, do a lot of treadmill running and trainer riding to train for my HIM.  Was the time away from them worth it- I say yes, but I'm not sure they would agree.  Do what's right for you and for them - and I definitely think you should find the time to train for a 5 or 10k.  You need to keep yourself fit and happy - it will help you to be a better mom.  Good luck and keep posting.  I think there are a lot of parents of young ones in this group.

LostSheep - 2011-05-12 7:26 AM

I'm not sure if I should be excited or disappointed. I ran a 5k TT this morning to see where I am, and that leads to my state of confusion.

My time this morning: 25:55 for 3.11mi. (8:15, 8:12, 8:35, :52) (Yes, I know I didn't pace well on mile 3. I hate that service road.)

The problem, my 5k PR is 26:02 set in MARCH 2010.

I'm not sure if I should be excited that I got a new PR (only counts in a race though), or disappointed that I only improved 0:08 seconds in a year.

Thoughts?

mashmead - 2011-05-12 10:25 AM

I think you should be excited about this run.  I get where you are coming from but the takeaway from your run this AM (i think) is that you imrpoved and that's good news no matter how you slice it!  Plus, there could be lots of reasons why you only shaved :08 off your time today: course, hydration, nutrtion, rest, stress, etc, etc, etc.  Also something to consider, this was done as a training run and races add something that's hard to mimic in training: competition.  I'd bet money you'd run faster than you did this AM in a 5k race with other runners.  I say good job!

LostSheep - 2011-05-12 7:26 AM

I'm not sure if I should be excited or disappointed. I ran a 5k TT this morning to see where I am, and that leads to my state of confusion.

My time this morning: 25:55 for 3.11mi. (8:15, 8:12, 8:35, :52) (Yes, I know I didn't pace well on mile 3. I hate that service road.)

The problem, my 5k PR is 26:02 set in MARCH 2010.

I'm not sure if I should be excited that I got a new PR (only counts in a race though), or disappointed that I only improved 0:08 seconds in a year.

Thoughts?

sand101 - 2011-05-12 11:37 AM

1.  It is a PR, race or not.

2.  You are in the middle of general training.  You ran this in a non-race setting.  No taper, no nothing to sharpen you up.

3.  In a real race you'll be significantly faster than this.  24:xx easy.

 

On my end I have an announcement:  Holy s*** I'm sore.  4,000 yard swim sessions SUCK.

That is all.

sand101 - 2011-05-12 12:37 PM

1.  It is a PR, race or not.

2.  You are in the middle of general training.  You ran this in a non-race setting.  No taper, no nothing to sharpen you up.

3.  In a real race you'll be significantly faster than this.  24:xx easy.

 

cornfed - 2011-05-12 12:22 PM

Agree.  You'll probably be able to push harder in a race (I know I can) and you'll be rested.  Take it for what it is... proof that you're improving!

LostSheep - 2011-05-12 1:55 PM

Alright. I'll take it as a PR and cheer up. And true, I improved. I'll take it, but now I need to find a good 5k!

cornfed - 2011-05-12 1:07 PM

After all the sunshine we've blown up your arse you'd better do well.  But no pressure...

LostSheep - 2011-05-12 4:17 PM

I've got a 5k swim coming up in 10 days. That should count for something, right?

pilotzs - 2011-05-12 4:43 PM

Alright, update on my eye.  Not good news, as I'm still in my glasses until Monday, when I go back to the doctor.  Still have a scratch on my cornea and some infection.  Hopefully it will clear up enough to get me up and running early next week.  My first tri is a week from Sunday.  Until then, I'm going to try and run and bike some with the glasses, see how that goes.

cornfed - 2011-05-12 3:23 PM

Considering the thought of swimming 5k makes me tired maybe I shouldn't give you too much crap!

LostSheep - 2011-05-12 5:49 PM

After Sands and I sweep the podium, you know you're going to want to join us next year