2019 Sub 3 hour marathon thread (Read 680 times)

True, but somehow I can't capitalize on all this heat training come fall and winter

I wouldn't wish the heat upon anyone, but I'm glad I'm not suffering alone out there. Northeast has been brutal. Travelling to Pensacola, FL for work the next few days; temps look like they'll be in the 90's with rain, so looks like i'll be sticking to the treadmill.

Another sub par week from me. Mileage is up from last week to 54, but I still am not close to 100%. Pain migrated away from my glute to my hip, still on the same time. Its a lot easier to deal with, but still can't put in the mileage I'd like to.

Had a decent 4 mile race on the 4th. Ran 22:22 (PR of 20:48 on the course) which is about the same pace I've been doing the 20 min "ET" WO's on the track at in oppressive temperature/humidity, but not much else.

JT - I remember you talking about the horseflies last year, so glad I don’t have to deal with that. I guess they’re just like mosquitos in the sense that they will bite through thin layers of clothing. I guess wearing bug spray every day would be bad, or does it not even work? There must be some other solution vs. wearing a sweatshirt in this weather!

MMC - you took a chance with a huge increase in mileage, sometimes it works and sometimes it bites you in the ass.

Me - reached a new high for me in days in a row running at 13. I know that’s not impressive on this board, but as someone who usually runs 5-6 days a week, 13 was a lot for me and I paid for it with a terrible workout on Friday morning that I had to abort. The heat and humidity obviously does not help either. I felt much better today on my long run after a day off so I think it was just a bit much for my body. I forgot how much I enjoy running 200/400 meter repeats though. There’s something so satisfying about them that I feel like I just don’t get with marathon training. May go up a bit in mileage as I’ve been running right around 60-62 for a few weeks now.

Weekly Summary
Monday, Jul 01, 2019 thru Sunday, Jul 07, 2019

It's been hot in Philly, but it seems like it's been pleasant here compared to what some of you have been going through.

I decided not to do a fall marathon, and I have no meaningful races planned for the moment.  Haven't done any speedwork in over a month.  Life's too busy at the moment selling and cleaning out two houses, with an instant family with young kids now living with me.  But it's fun, and I'm super high energy.

I'm not sure how it's going to go, but I'm going to try and run a 40 miler on my 40th birthday this Friday.  Since Boston, I've been averaging about 30mpw.  I've make sure to maintain a long run of about 14-16 just about every week.  I'm assuming if I take it slow and walk some, I've run enough mileage over the last few years my body should be able to handle it.  I wish I had gotten a few longer runs in, but I've run up to 50 miles before, and I'm planning to run 2.8 mile loops to help from a hydration standpoint.

I wanna say you guys are putting up some serious work at high temps. Getting down below 7:30 for a long run in these kind of temperatures is crazy good.

Cinnamon - thanks! Luckily, it was just a bad flare up that went away after about 5 days. I was extra cautious and took an extra easy day + no strides to let it heal a bit. Also, happy belated.

Weather - As usual, you’re nailing your workouts. Hopefully you will think about the advice given at the end of the Boston cycle. I think you can keep nailing it like this all summer but once racing time comes around, dial it back more. If you do that, you will be the best person on here following a hard/easy principle for the under 40 crowd (DW and Nimmals are unfortunately way ahead in the over 40 crowd )

Frank Meza - really sad stuff, but I generally agree with DW’s take on this both over in the sub 3:20 and on LRC. As usual, she puts everything very eloquently. I understand the point regarding outing one’s employer generally not being acceptable, but if it was just the fact that he coached young men in track, I think this is different when you are specifically accused of cheating at the sport you are coaching. Either way, I feel very sorry for his family and wish that he had look out for counseling before crossing “that line.” There will certainly be a lot of self-reflection over the next few days and hopefully those who did any bullying will really think about their actions (there were a lot in that original LRC thread, but certainly some in the media as well as it went more mainstream)

 

 Frank Meza - really sad stuff, but I generally agree with DW’s take on this both over in the sub 3:20 and on LRC. As usual, she puts everything very eloquently. I understand the point regarding outing one’s employer generally not being acceptable, but if it was just the fact that he coached young men in track, I think this is different when you are specifically accused of cheating at the sport you are coaching. Either way, I feel very sorry for his family and wish that he had look out for counseling before crossing “that line.” There will certainly be a lot of self-reflection over the next few days and hopefully those who did any bullying will really think about their actions (there were a lot in that original LRC thread, but certainly some in the media as well as it went more mainstream)

I doubt it....there will always be keyboard warriors/bullying online, whether it’s running related or any other topic in general. Did he have mental issues? Was he a blatant narcissist cheat? Just ask the internet!

Cinnamon - Happy 40th Birthday!

Cinnamon: Happy Birthday!

Nimmals: I really don;t see how he could make that mistake; they call it the bell lap for a reason; they ring a loud-ass bell when the lap begins! Although the ending was dramatic I was disappointed they let the pace slide in the middle; was hoping to see Kejelcha put down a really fast time. But apparently it was hot so it might not have been the time for it.  I really think Kejelcha and Barega have potential to go under 12:40, but it will need to be set up with pacers and have perfect conditions. Great job on the 4-mile race BTW!

JMac: I do spray my hat and back/shoulders with OFF before runs where I know the horseflies will be bad (the more hot and humid it is, the worse they will be), but that only lasts a few miles, then it either gets washed out with the sweat or they just power through it. They easily bite through a t-shirt but I know they can't get through a sweatshirt.  Nice consistent running for you; I think it will yield some good results soon.

Weather: You've been sneaking in some really good quality this past week; those mile repeats looked great. Will be interesting to see what you can do in the 10-mile race.

DW:  Nice hill-work. Also cool that you ran into (pun intended) jayluf.

Thanks guys for the belateds. Didn't mean to ask for that but just mentioned it as my excuse for why not running much or posting

Happy 40th Slingrunner - 40 miles is crazy. I can't imagine. Hope you enjoy the experience. You're going to get trashed on your bday in the way a runner can do best!

Weather: another nice solid week. I would like to see more details of your workouts but then again, I probably couldn't relate to the paces anyhow. Happy Anniversary! Enjoy your weekend!

Slammin: I'm sure you know sometimes when we just relax to have fun, we end up having a good time.

Mikkey:  40. LOL. Thanks! I wish.

JMac: no from here as experience on a runway but why do you think it's a cool experience? - it's just flat barren concrete and why is saturday better than sunday? I guess I have no input  maybe if its a mile race but if its a 5k I'm not so sure.