Running thread Number 17N

[emummy]

Last thread is nearly full so here is a new one.
All runners are welcome, regardless of age, experience, speed, distance etc. Just join in and chat about all things running.
The numbers in bold at the bottom of posts are the total we have run together that month, so just add your numbers as you go.

[Doublethecuddles]

Thank you for starting a new thread *

I didn’t watch the trials for the marathon but I’m sure if they had to run with a rucksack trying not too squash the hot crossed buns and smash the eggs while avoiding tripping over the dog their times would be much slower!

A lovely run with friends this morning which was into a howling gale when we turned to come back. The company was good.


888.5

[PaddingtonPaddington]

Missed the marathon trials, they sound great.

4 miles to add from yesterday’s 30 min run and 8 from today’s trails. Seemed like at one point Gale force wind running over a ploughed field. Had a good laugh to myself about what I was doing. Enjoyed some new paths and scenery.

900.5

[50FootWave]

Hello all...posting my 7 miles over 2 runs this week..

...and a little victory dance, too. Yesterday I finished my PhD! I formally submit next week, but it's all done! Woo hoo!

More time for running!

907.5

[UnaOfStormhold]

Hello all, nice shiny new thread!

Congratulations on the PhD @50footwave.

Easy week so far in preparation for my first attempt at a half tomorrow - wish me luck!

913.5

[emummy]

Congratulations @50FootWave!
Good luck with the half @UnaOfStormhold, hope the weather is kind.
Gorgeous sunny run today, one of my favourite routes with lovely views.

920

[Iamblossom]

Adding my 3 from this morning. During which I felt every single sip of the two beers, one G&T and glass of red wine I had instead of eating a meal last night. #eliterunning #optimumnutritionregime #willineverlearn

We''ll pass 1000 in March won't we!

916.5

[Iamblossom]

Lovely photos

[emummy]

923 I think

[emummy]

We can definitely hit 1000.
I think you & I may be in the same nutrition plan @Iamblossom!

[50FootWave]

Thanks, gang!

@Iamblossom sounds like you got all of your 5 a day in!

[Purpleraindeer]

Congrats @50FootWave! Must be a great feeling!

Lovely photos @emummy. I thought I had a pretty run today but yours is lovely.

I also fuelled on booze last night. Oh dear. Did my intervals but I’m feeling a bit knackered now. Long run tomorrow which might feel like hard work.

933

[Amaura]

Well done @50FootWave, is that first submission or with corrections complete?

40 miles to add. Missed a run on Tuesday (just fell asleep). Hamstring a bit funny today (did do 1600ft of hills so probably pushed it too far) so will review plan for next week tomorrow. Children have a virtual walk so probably won’t run as well.

973.6

[Doublethecuddles]

Well done 50FootWave it must be a great relief.

Lovely photos emummy. I should take my phone and take a few photos.

Good luck with your 1/2 marathon UnaOfStormhold and enjoy.

A pleasant 8 miles this morning

981.8

[50FootWave]

Thank you @Doublethecuddles!

@Amaura - first submission, so viva still to come!

Loving all your running pics, will be out running tmrw so will try and take a few of the beach.

[50FootWave]

And thank you @Purpleraindeer!

[Spudlet]

Need some advice you guys - I’m starting marathon training in May, but the plan I’ve chosen (the Women’s Running beginners one) stipulates running four days a week and I’ve never actually done that - only ever three days a week with at least one day off between runs. Considering The Grumbly Foot, do you think I should start introducing a short Friday run sooner rather than later? I’m thinking just a mile or so to start with then build up over a few weeks until I’m doing an extra 5k a week (which is what the plan starts on).

[Amaura]

I think if you do a mile or two at a slow pace to start the pattern, that would be a good thing. Aim to make sure your heart rate stays in zone 3 and walk if it gets too high

[PaddingtonPaddington]

Such a lovely supportive thread this one. We’ll definitely make over 1000 miles this month.

Another 12.5 miles of trails from me today. Such lovely scenery bringing me to a 40.5 mile week. Rest day tomorrow and the running club starts back on Monday. Hurrah.

994.3

[emummy]

Easy run in the sunshine thi morning, enjoying the spring flowers.

1002.3

[IRun4Me]

Well done on the PhD 50fotwave that’s an excellent achievement.
Good luck today UnaOfStormhold

I am definitely on the same nutrition plan when someone asked about recovery drinks I wanted to say red wine and crisps.

Very blowy 10k with the dog this morning. Tired legs but really enjoyed it

Yay emummy you took us past the 1000 miles for the month mark
1008.5

[Spudlet]

Congratulations @50FootWave! That’s really awesome 👍

5 miles in the wind for me today. I gave blood on Friday and really felt it today - needed lots of walk breaks on my way around. Hopefully I’ll feel a bit more lively on Tuesday as I’m planning on taking DS with me on his bike, and he doesn’t hang about these days... need an energy drink or something before we start to keep up 😂

1013.5

[schoolcook]

Hi all I don't add my miles on here as I'm not very consistent but I do read daily to motivate me.
A very windy 10K today but I was grateful for it on the way home as a jumper was a bit over the top by the time I warmed up !

[Doublethecuddles]

A different run of 8.5 miles this morning, still had the turning the corner into a full blown gale.

Good luck with the run on Tuesday Spudlet. If your sin is anything like mine they certainly don’t wait for you. I feel like the dog chasing behind.

1022

[Iamblossom]

9ish km this morning with my friend, a jognchat so not fast.

35km run this week.

1027.7

[UnaOfStormhold]

Half marathon completed, most chuffed to realise just what my body is capable of!

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