**Official Running Thread**

[snapmcd]

Originally Posted by whodat

I turn 34 next week, so we are in the same boat. I agree 100% about the mental part of that distance. You can only control so much on race day, the rest is out of your hands. As long as you have trained properly and understand the level of fatigue that your body will go through, mentally you can do more to keep yourself going.

I ran my first marathon this past June, and my I am in training for my second in October. If I still think I can run, but more importantly enjoy, the 26.2 after the race in October, I am eyeing one of two races in January.

Good luck and happy birthday!

[whodat]

Gracias. A good luck to you as well in your training.

[TrippingBrando]

I like this thread...just reading it usually revives my interest in running and races. My last race was a 15K on Thanksgiving, and I've only been running 3 or 4 mile runs since then to stay adequately in shape. But, after reading y'alls posts yesterday I went out and did a pretty good 6 miles (in the 90+ degree Florida heat). I think if I move and live in another state again I'll be more likely to get in more distance. I just can't get myself to run at 7 in the morning when it's not ass on fire hot.

[whodat]

I don't think it matters where you live this time of year when it comes to running, it is all bad everywhere. At least out west we don't get the humidity. I get up at 4:30 on the days I run just so I can spend as little to no time running before the sun gets to high in the sky.

[snapmcd]

Originally Posted by TrippingBrando

I like this thread...just reading it usually revives my interest in running and races. My last race was a 15K on Thanksgiving, and I've only been running 3 or 4 mile runs since then to stay adequately in shape. But, after reading y'alls posts yesterday I went out and did a pretty good 6 miles (in the 90+ degree Florida heat). I think if I move and live in another state again I'll be more likely to get in more distance. I just can't get myself to run at 7 in the morning when it's not ass on fire hot.

I hear you friend. I hit the road at 6:00 am when it's 78 degrees and 98% humidity. Weather makes a tremendous difference mentally and physically.

[Milenk]

I usually head out 45 minutes before sunset, this time of year that's about 7:30.

[crew355]

hey - i just got back from a 4.5 mi run and on the last mile, my left foot went COMPLETELY asleep. it felt like a boulder was attached to my left ankle and not my foot... has anyone had this happen or know anything about it?

i have been running 20+ miles a week for over 2 years; my shoes are NOT new (and not so old that they need to be replaced); i have not taken any significant break from running; i haven't tied my shoes any tighter than normal... so, i pretty much don't get it...

[Milenk]

The answer is simple: Your foot is infected with salmonella. Soak it in tomato juice for 40 minutes twice a day and in a week it will feel good as gold.

[GoldnFear]

<been slacking soooo much lately.

[TrippingBrando]

Originally Posted by crew355

hey - i just got back from a 4.5 mi run and on the last mile, my left foot went COMPLETELY asleep. it felt like a boulder was attached to my left ankle and not my foot... has anyone had this happen or know anything about it?

i have been running 20+ miles a week for over 2 years; my shoes are NOT new (and not so old that they need to be replaced); i have not taken any significant break from running; i haven't tied my shoes any tighter than normal... so, i pretty much don't get it...

Shouldn't running shoes be replaced about every 400 miles?

[siserilla]

I haven't been running in almost 2 months. I have an appt next week to get my knee checked out. Let's hope it's something minor

[stayorleave83]

Is there a website that calculates distances? I used mapquest to figure out how far the route I run along is, but I was wondering if there is a simpler tool out there.

[BehindBlueyes16]

Originally Posted by stayorleave83

Is there a website that calculates distances? I used mapquest to figure out how far the route I run along is, but I was wondering if there is a simpler tool out there.

I use google earth. I have it downloaded on my laptop, and it has a feature that allows you to draw out routes and measure their distance. I'm not sure if its much more efficient than mapquest, but it gets the job done.

[stayorleave83]

Originally Posted by BehindBlueyes16

I use google earth. I have it downloaded on my laptop, and it has a feature that allows you to draw out routes and measure their distance. I'm not sure if its much more efficient than mapquest, but it gets the job done.

i think it might be. i used to sit there and guess addresses on street corners. i became pretty accurate after awhile but its still time consuming. i'll give google earth a try, thanks.

[whodat]

Ok, I thought running in Tampa was hot. No, running in New Orleans is HOT AS HELL!! Holy crap! I am not sure the actual temperature was more in NOLA, but the humidity level was unbearable. I ran 5 on Thursday and 4 on Friday and that was all I could manage.

Glad to be back in the dry heat of Socal. I now have a much higher admiration and respect for the people that post here that run in the elements. You will never hear me complain about weather. Well, maybe not never, just not often.

Crew355, I would get new shoes to start with. Hopefully that stops the dead foot feeling.

Melissa, good luck with the dr.'s appt.

[siserilla]

NOLA is definitely worse than FL. It's been ridiculously hot here lately...at 5p yesterday it was 95 degrees. I cannot wait till it cools down...

[whodat]

On Friday night, my wife and I went to Bourbon St. Even at almost midnight, it was still hot enough that I was dripping in sweat as I drank my beer.

Coming from Socal, you just don't realize how hot it can get in the summer. I think the difference in temp from NOLA to Socal yesterday was something like 20 degrees. It felt so good to get off the plane and not sweat.

[siserilla]

Originally Posted by whodat

On Friday night, my wife and I went to Bourbon St. Even at almost midnight, it was still hot enough that I was dripping in sweat as I drank my beer.

Coming from Socal, you just don't realize how hot it can get in the summer. I think the difference in temp from NOLA to Socal yesterday was something like 20 degrees. It felt so good to get off the plane and not sweat.

The humidity just plain sucks. My boyfriend and I went for a walk on the beach yesterday and by the time we got back up to the car I was dripping. (gross I know)

I want to move out west so bad!

[whodat]

Nothing like a walk on the beach, and sweating.

Hopefully you can get out west one day. Only downside, DMB shows are father apart, in terms of milage, and we never get a winter tour. Small price to pay I guess.

[siserilla]

Originally Posted by whodat

Nothing like a walk on the beach, and sweating.

Hopefully you can get out west one day. Only downside, DMB shows are father apart, in terms of milage, and we never get a winter tour. Small price to pay I guess.

Well we didn't have our bathing suits so we were clothes. I thought about just jumping in the water with my clothes on.

We hope to move to Portland/Seattle area. My boyfriend hopes to run professionally one day so that would be the perfect place for him to be.

[GoldnFear]

Originally Posted by stayorleave83

Is there a website that calculates distances? I used mapquest to figure out how far the route I run along is, but I was wondering if there is a simpler tool out there.

I use:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/

You zoom in to your neighborhood and click start recording. Each double click adds to the route and records the distance.

[whodat]

Originally Posted by siserilla

Well we didn't have our bathing suits so we were clothes. I thought about just jumping in the water with my clothes on.

We hope to move to Portland/Seattle area. My boyfriend hopes to run professionally one day so that would be the perfect place for him to be.

I am sure the quick dip would have felt wonderful, for a moment. Then the reality sets in.

If I didn't live in Socal, the two places that you are looking at to possibly move are next on my list of places I would love to live. I have not been to Portland, but I have been to Seattle. I loved it. Running in either location would be ideal.

Originally Posted by GoldnFear

I use:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/

You zoom in to your neighborhood and click start recording. Each double click adds to the route and records the distance.

That is what I used prior to getting my Garmin. Nice site, easy to use, gives calorie info and accurate distance.

[crew355]

Originally Posted by Milenk

The answer is simple: Your foot is infected with salmonella. Soak it in tomato juice for 40 minutes twice a day and in a week it will feel good as gold.

is this for real?? does it look like anything? because i mean my foot looks as normal as ever hahaha . . .

thanks everyone for the good advice- my current shoes only have about 200 miles on them and feel pretty good

[42graystreet]

I am a beginner for sure. Have never really been in tremendous shape at any point in my life, but genetics (I assume) has kept me looking like I'm in much better shape than I really am.

I am trying to become a runner. I've been getting out every 2 to 3 days and can make it about a mile or 1.5 miles on a good day before I have to walk it off. The running sucks, but I feel great afterwards, just knowing that I did it. Haven't seen any significant improvements in how my body looks or how far I can go, so I hope all that is coming. The toughest part about the whole thing is breaking that mental barrier each time so that I don't make up a lame excuse about why I shouldn't go out and run.

[siserilla]

Originally Posted by whodat

I am sure the quick dip would have felt wonderful, for a moment. Then the reality sets in.

If I didn't live in Socal, the two places that you are looking at to possibly move are next on my list of places I would love to live. I have not been to Portland, but I have been to Seattle. I loved it. Running in either location would be ideal.

Unfortunately I've never been there but I know I will love it. I'm hoping we can make a trip there before I graduate school.

[whodat]

Originally Posted by 42graystreet

I am a beginner for sure. Have never really been in tremendous shape at any point in my life, but genetics (I assume) has kept me looking like I'm in much better shape than I really am.

I am trying to become a runner. I've been getting out every 2 to 3 days and can make it about a mile or 1.5 miles on a good day before I have to walk it off. The running sucks, but I feel great afterwards, just knowing that I did it. Haven't seen any significant improvements in how my body looks or how far I can go, so I hope all that is coming. The toughest part about the whole thing is breaking that mental barrier each time so that I don't make up a lame excuse about why I shouldn't go out and run.

Welcome to the thread and to the wonderful world of running.

You are starting off at a good pace and distance. Bottom line, stick with it. You will see the results, but you have to stick with it. Right now your body is freaking out as you start this process. Once your body figures out what the hell is going on, you will see the results. Also remember, your body won't lose anything it feels that it needs.

As for the mental barrier, I don't think one person in this thread doesn't struggle with that. You just have to find that one thing that gets you out the door and onto the road/treadmill. Once you find that, welcome to addiction.

Originally Posted by siserilla

Unfortunately I've never been there but I know I will love it. I'm hoping we can make a trip there before I graduate school.

Both places offer so much, and are beautiful. I was amazed that in Seattle how just a few miles east of the city it felt like I was in the woods. Lush trees and gorgeous mountains. Then you add Puget Sound to the mix, and the city is breath taking.

[Milenk]

Gonna try doubles today... Dreadmill it for 5 in a couple hours then hit the roads for 8 later on depending on what my female is up to...

[Jake]

Originally Posted by GoldnFear

I use:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/

You zoom in to your neighborhood and click start recording. Each double click adds to the route and records the distance.

that thing is awesome. Now I can figure out how far I take the dog on the walks... which is about 1.37 miles if anyone cares.

[siserilla]

Originally Posted by crew355

is this for real?? does it look like anything? because i mean my foot looks as normal as ever hahaha . . .

thanks everyone for the good advice- my current shoes only have about 200 miles on them and feel pretty good

No that isn't real. It's a crock of shit. Are you sure your shoes aren't too tight?

[GoldnFear]

Originally Posted by Milenk

Gonna try doubles today... Dreadmill it for 5 in a couple hours then hit the roads for 8 later on depending on what my female is up to...

Lemme know how that goes! I know that is a very good way to change up the miles and get the metabolism really going (over the course of a day). But I've never done them.

Maybe once summer starts winding down and my miles increase I will.

I need to get in 4 or 5 (miles) this afternoon before work.