Mad Manatees Mentor Group - VERY CLOSED!!! Sorry! (Page 19)

You are awesome!

Yes, and it takes 2-3 weeks to get used to orthotics as well. At least.

So here's the same answer I pretty much always give ... given that it's very unlikely, okay, pretty much impossible that you can train for it properly, so "racing" it is already out of the question, would you still like to participate? Why not do a run/walk ratio that's very generous on the walk side? What's the time limit on the race? I do remember it from last year I'd want to do it too!

Heh ... Salty is on her way to Whistler, but when she says "effort," she means EFFORT ... this is the lady who trains and races (very effectively) without so much as a watch. For real.

If you're going to train by heart rate, do the field testing for LTHR. It's really simple if not easy, and that way you're structuring your training in metrics that are useful, and repeatable for gauging progress. You're definitely more than fit enough to do the testing, which takes all of half an hour

As for the race ... technically, you should be running FASTER at the same heart rate, so if once again you remain at 155bpm, you should still hit your goal. But I agree that assessing at the halfway mark is a good idea--if you're on target for your goal and feeling okay, no need to step it up. If you're on target for your goal and feeling fantastic--time to step it up

I know you do, so this is just another general reminder (from my days of yore in healthcare and health education): "Treat the patient, not the monitor." Always check in with yourself, with brutal honesty, regarding your effort levels and how you're feeling.

amd723 - 2012-12-31 2:39 AM

TriAya - 2012-12-30 11:19 AM

amd723 - 2012-12-31 12:59 AM There is a HM on feb 9 th that I really want to do. Those of you who were manatees this time last year may remember me discussing it then - it is a trail run through a wetlands park. Alligators line the run course ( although I didn't see any while running last time) and as the sun comes up you watch the birds ( water fowl, eagles etc) start to stir. It is a really laid back event and I really enjoyed participating last year.The problem is because of my foot issue I went 6+ weeks without running and have only just been giving the ok to ease back into things. I ran 5 miles yesterday, my longest run since starting back. So, the issues are: do I have enough time to get my mileage back up to HM levels and, if so, will the effort set me back with my recovery?I know no one can answer the latter question, I will discuss that more fully with the doctor when I get my orthotics in the next week or 2. So, I guess the real question for this forum is whether or not I should attempt getting my mileage back up so quickly. I looked at some HM plans and with 6 weeks to go to the race it seems I should be at about 8 miles for my long run. However, I had a great run base before the 6 week lay off and wonder if that base would allow me to accelerate my build up without causing injury.Anybody have experience with something like this? Is it totally stupid to go from 0 to HM in 8 weeks???

Yes, and it takes 2-3 weeks to get used to orthotics as well. At least.

So here's the same answer I pretty much always give ... given that it's very unlikely, okay, pretty much impossible that you can train for it properly, so "racing" it is already out of the question, would you still like to participate? Why not do a run/walk ratio that's very generous on the walk side? What's the time limit on the race? I do remember it from last year I'd want to do it too!

Stop being the voice of reason!!! I would like to participate, but I don't think I'd enjoy a heavy walk- run " race". There is a 10 k option, so maybe I'll just do that. Since my goal this year is to be injury free, I probably shouldn't wreck that goal 6 weeks into the year . As always, thanks for the input.One more thing, I guess you wouldnt think that running the ft lauderdale HM a week later would be any smarter ...

When your voice is the only thing you've got that's reasonable ...

A WHOLE WEEK later? Oh well then sure, knock yourself out

Just returned from swimming.    I'm ravenous.   Let's see, a petite filet mignon, steak fries and garlic bread.    Start with a small chef salad.    Spring water from an artisan well  and a small glass of 14 year old home brewed mead will be the libations.       

As stated earlier in this thread cooking for one isn't that much fun.      Would anyone like to pop over and join me?

Will do.   Just curious but when you commute home do you travel southwest or southeast to get down under?   England and Australia are basically the back of beyond from each other.

Hmmm, if we can get one or two more to contribute bet we could have a great pot luck supper.

Thank you... Tonight will be my traditional meal before a race... Spaghetti with Italian Sausage and grilled onions...lot's of garlic bread and a big salad.  I know it's not real carb loading, but it's what I've done before any sporting event for my entire life.  Can't break that habit.   

I'm going to crush that course tomorrow!  Will update you all with my final time.  

I understand...When I was making changes in my life (both mental and physical) - I noticed that when I was around old friends and / or family, I went back to the old habits.  After a while though, everyone finally understood that I was a triathlete (I still love saying that)....and that I would be bringing my running shoes to family functions and going for my runs whether they liked it or not.    Hang in there...it will be over soon and then you can go back to being the athletic, sporty chic you are!