The "Penguin" daily threads were originally conceived to emphasize that all members of the community have a place on the boards. Encouragement, motivation, a little love nip (you will love one, give it a try!) or even a little kick in the pants when needed -- it can happen here. Basically, we celebrate just getting out there and moving our tails!What is "slow"? "Slow" is a perception but one of the common benchmarks is the 10:00/mi pace; but there's no firm line. In fact, there are many of us that have slipped past this, and just hope that no one notices and revokes their "igloo privileges." It can be confusing for the forum newbies, but we're not one of the teams in any of the fine games. It's a totally open group, so stop lurking, post an introduction of yourself dive in and join the fun! No application necessary! There might even be a lovely picture for Scotty (we love pics!)
2015 Races
2XU HM - 29 Mar
Merry Christmas to all.. I am posting this from work but it's a short day.. 4-5 hrs to support the region.
Ran 7M w/ 7x100 strides in the morning with gloomy weather and it rained heavily in the wee hours..My modified pfitzinger plans has officially started now.. Trying to paste here.. Not sure if you guys can see..
My shift started at 4pm and I have some time to do Dim Sum with DS and DW.. Catch a 40 winks and bought myself a warm Cafe Mocha from Starbuck..
Everyone have a good day..!
Fear is a Liar
Merry Christmas Penguins!
Today is resting and feasting!
I'm so vegetarian I don't even eat animal crackers!
Morning! Off to run 5 recovery miles with the running group.
bin running, I cannot wait to see your training develop!
Gustav, how's the foot? Enjoy the rest.
Damaris
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Bin I hope you have an easy day at work! And that you can enjoy today with your family! That training plan looka fierce, good luck!!
gustav- happy feasting!
Damaris- enjoy your 5 miles with the group this morning!
afm- I get to finally open my new Saucony proglide 3 today, probably going for a few miles to try them out! Can't wait
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!!
Completed my first half marathon 2:09:04!!!
Pittsburgh RN!
Merry Christmas, Penguins!!!
I hope you all have a safe and happy Christmas day!
Much love you to all for your outstanding support and love for everyone on this site!!
Do or do not, there is no try.
My first races EVER!
Saxonburg Distance Series 5KRaces:
#1: 7-14-2012 Cross Country Crusade 5K: 42:50
#2: 8-11-2012 Roebling's Run 5K: 38:54
#3: 9-8-2012 Festival of the Arts 5K: 36:37
Damaris - the foot is not doing so good. Today is the worst it's been in a while. I cut the grass for the last time yesterday and that involves a lot of foot and ankle action on uneven terrain. I also stopped doing home rehab with therabands and stretching as it was sore the next day - although my "rehab" soreness doesn't bother me so much because sometimes that happens After a PT type workout. I have to wait until 2013 to see the doc - he's a sports podiatrist .
Team TJ
5.1 miles done this fine Tuesday morning. Now to spend the rest of the day with family, trying to not out eat my morning run
Running for TJ because he can't.
Return To Racing
Merry Christmas Penguins. Cinnamon rolls for breakfast. RD for me today, not really.
Bin, thank for the start, I can see the plan and it looks good.
Damaris, enjoy the run.
Tori, have a wonderful day, you're so sweet, thanks.
Kristi, I love the first run in new shoes, enjoy.
AFM, I will have a houseful today, I plan on "sneaking" out for an easy run before the rain gets here. Have a Merry Christmas everyone.
Mitch
Skirt Runner
I will check in later it's presents time hope everyone who celebrates has a very merry christmas! Can't wait to hear about the running related things Santa brought you all, and other good presents too!
PRs: 5K- 28:16 (5/5/13) 10K- 1:00:13 (10/27/13) 4M- 41:43 (9/7/13) 15K- 1:34:25 (8/17/13) 10M- 1:56:30 (4/6/14) HM- 2:20:16 (4/13/14) Full- 5:55:33 (11/1/15)
I started a blog about running :) Check it out if you care to
Smaller By The Day
Merry Christmas everyone!!!
I still have a lot of cooking and party prep to do, but I've cut out my run today.
The knee is not feeling quite right this morning. The fact that it came back after two short runs tells me that I probably need more than one rest day to get it right. So, I'm going to lay off until I start my HM training next Monday. If I have issues after that, then I might need to see the doctor, but I'm pretty sure I just need to ice, rest, etc. It was pretty optimistic to think that 1 rest day after 28 straight days of running would get me back to 100%. Cross training it is!
Improvements
Weight 100 pounds lost
5K 31:02 Sept. 2012 / 23:36 Sept. 2013 (Same Course)
10K 48:59 April 2013
HM 2:03:56 Nov. 2012 / 1:46:50 March 2013
MARATHON 3:57:33 Nov. 2013
Hoping he can tell you what's going on. It does not sound like what you initially thought.
REST!
Merry Christmas everyone!!! I still have a lot of cooking and party prep to do, but I've cut out my run today. The knee is not feeling quite right this morning. The fact that it came back after two short runs tells me that I probably need more than one rest day to get it right. So, I'm going to lay off until I start my HM training next Monday. If I have issues after that, then I might need to see the doctor, but I'm pretty sure I just need to ice, rest, etc. It was pretty optimistic to think that 1 rest day after 28 straight days of running would get me back to 100%. Cross training it is!
One Half So Far
Happy holiday, everyone!
Got in 8.5 miles at 9:18 pace yesterday. Last long run before 10K next Tuesday. Goal time for 10K is 54:something.
Take care!
~Jeff~
PR: 5K 26:34 (Would have been faster if I hadn't had to tie my shoe), 5M: 43:10, 10K: 54:51. First HM 4/14/13 2:03:23
6/1: Moonlight 5M, Springfield 43:10
7/4 Butte to Butte 10K, Eugene
7/21 Run in the Country HM, Coburg
Another HM sometime in October or November. Several to choose from.