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DCM 2015: Mentored Novices Thread
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Deleted User wrote: »Well tonight was just horrific!
Took me 2 - yes 2 / hours to talk myself out the door. I knew once I put on my running gear I'd be flying but I just couldn't find the motivation to actually put on my runners. Eventually I copped on and got dressed. Was fine once I did.
For some reason I decided it was freezing out, wore running tights, a tshirt, and a light windcheater. It was not cold, in fact it's a lovely warm evening.
Where I live in surrounded by hills. No matter which direction I choose to go there will be a hill in the first km either followed by more short steep hills or a long drag. I was sweating from the get go. It took me 8 whole minutes to do my first km. I thought I'd be grand once I got over the hills and got a couple of km in. I was not. I struggled the entire way. I only had to do an easy 50 minutes. The shortest run I've done in ages! Because of my stupidly slow first km I decided to run out for 30 minutes and then all I had to do was run home. 27minutrs in and I stopped and said feck this I have to walk. I didn't walk, I just gave myself a good talking to to cop on and so I turned around and headed for home.
The whole thing was hard. All of it. My legs were barely lifting off the ground but my lungs thought I was sprinting. I was sweating buckets too!! My pace was erratic and inconsistent with an average of 7:30min/km!
Hated every single step. Was never so glad for it to be over.
Had to do 4 x 80 metre strides at the end (which were 100metres in reality). They were actually grand with the last one coming in at a pace of 3:30min/km - oh how I would love to run that fast in real life!!
It got done, but man it was horrible and ridiculously slow. I've another rest day tomorrow and then a parkrun Saturday
We all have bad days, but well done on going out for the first mile anyway, and then a second well done for sticking with it since you were out there anyway!
It was discussed a few days back, but write off a bad run as one bad run and move on. Only if you see a trend developing of several bad/off-form runs in a row do you need to be concerned. Hopefully you'll bounce back Saturday after your rest day tomorrow.0 -
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[Deleted User] wrote: »Well tonight was just horrific!
Took me 2 - yes 2 / hours to talk myself out the door. I knew once I put on my running gear I'd be flying but I just couldn't find the motivation to actually put on my runners. Eventually I copped on and got dressed. Was fine once I did.
For some reason I decided it was freezing out, wore running tights, a tshirt, and a light windcheater. It was not cold, in fact it's a lovely warm evening.
Where I live in surrounded by hills. No matter which direction I choose to go there will be a hill in the first km either followed by more short steep hills or a long drag. I was sweating from the get go. It took me 8 whole minutes to do my first km. I thought I'd be grand once I got over the hills and got a couple of km in. I was not. I struggled the entire way. I only had to do an easy 50 minutes. The shortest run I've done in ages! Because of my stupidly slow first km I decided to run out for 30 minutes and then all I had to do was run home. 27minutrs in and I stopped and said feck this I have to walk. I didn't walk, I just gave myself a good talking to to cop on and so I turned around and headed for home.
The whole thing was hard. All of it. My legs were barely lifting off the ground but my lungs thought I was sprinting. I was sweating buckets too!! My pace was erratic and inconsistent with an average of 7:30min/km!
Hated every single step. Was never so glad for it to be over.
Had to do 4 x 80 metre strides at the end (which were 100metres in reality). They were actually grand with the last one coming in at a pace of 3:30min/km - oh how I would love to run that fast in real life!!
It got done, but man it was horrible and ridiculously slow. I've another rest day tomorrow and then a parkrun Saturday
Feel your pain
but you got out and you did it so fair play 
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I didn't get to run today When I got up this morning I had serious pain on my heel when I walked ( is this a symptom of PF??) I decided not to run, but throughout the day I did a good bit of stretching, tennis balling etc and it doesn't feel too bad now. Could feel a dose of cold/flu coming on too, have dosed up with hot lemsky, about to hit the cot and very hopeful I will get the LSR done in the morning, cos I have a family celebration tomorrow night, so Saturday could be a write off!!!
Chemist advised taking echinacea tablets I was feeling a cold coming on started taking them and it didn't ....she advised me to continue taking them coming up to October and gave me multivits too. So far so good.0 -
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Feel your pain but you got out and you did it so fair play
It's bloody frustrating isn't it? Particularly when you know you are well well able for the distance. Sure we did it and that's all that the legs care about
I was particularly annoyed because Wednesday night I was itching to go out and was told not to! Typical sure
On the tiredness. I had a terrible night's sleep. I was awake later than usual, woke soon after to go to the loo :rolleyes: and then was awake for over an hour because the next door neighbours were having a loud party at 4 in the morning. On a bloody school night. I was so close to going in and saying "DON'T YOU KNOW I'M TRAINING FOR A MARATHON" >.< I eventually dozed back off around 4.30 and my alarm went off at 5.55. If anyone needs me I'll be asleep under my desk.0 -
[Deleted User] wrote: »It's bloody frustrating isn't it? Particularly when you know you are well well able for the distance. Sure we did it and that's all that the legs care about
I was particularly annoyed because Wednesday night I was itching to go out and was told not to! Typical sure
On the tiredness. I had a terrible night's sleep. I was awake later than usual, woke soon after to go to the loo :rolleyes: and then was awake for over an hour because the next door neighbours were having a loud party at 4 in the morning. On a bloody school night. I was so close to going in and saying "DON'T YOU KNOW I'M TRAINING FOR A MARATHON" >.< I eventually dozed back off around 4.30 and my alarm went off at 5.55. If anyone needs me I'll be asleep under my desk.
Bed early tonight im off for 18 miles shortly hopefully Wednesday's disaster doesn't repeat itself ! 0 -
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I didn't get to run today When I got up this morning I had serious pain on my heel when I walked ( is this a symptom of PF??) I decided not to run, but throughout the day I did a good bit of stretching, tennis balling etc and it doesn't feel too bad now. Could feel a dose of cold/flu coming on too, have dosed up with hot lemsky, about to hit the cot and very hopeful I will get the LSR done in the morning, cos I have a family celebration tomorrow night, so Saturday could be a write off!!!
Hi ratracer, hope this is not too late for you. Don't be afraid to pull back if a) that cold is winning and b) the heel pain doesn't ease off during the run. No harm having it seen to, it can likely be managed now with plenty of proper calf stretching etc but a physio will be best placed to assess and advise. Enjoy the celebration, happy Friday
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Wouldn't we all be able to do 10 miles at PMP or faster a few weeks out?
Anyone who raced the FD 10m or is racing the upcoming HM will be going faster than PMP.
Race and training situation are slightly different. 10 miles comfortably at PMP - in training - for a novice is good going. I probably should clarify: it's not a test which says you are now able to complete your distance at your desired pace, just a good sign that all is going well 0 -
Jake and Neady, I see you guys are racing this weekend. Best of luck! Looking forward to reading those race reports. Anyone else doing this?
Have a look at this too (my OCD, you will succumb ), you may find it useful.
By now ye will be resting up in advance of tomorrow's exertions. Early bed for all you racers tonight but first, a quick checklist:
Tonight
- Number pinned on vest/t shirt, if no number yet, make sure you know of arrangements for pick up
- Make sure you know where the start and finish are and bag drop off.
- Racing gear laid out and warm up gear
- Toenails trimmed?! (Not too short either...)
- Change of clothes for after (no hanging around in damp running gear!)
- baggage label (if using) attached to bag
- pace band made if using
- garmin or similar charged (*stifles yawn*)
- race strategy committed to memory/final familiarisation with route
- sunscreen left out to apply in am
- water and recovery drink and snack packed
- breakfast prepped
- have your 'getting to venue plan' nailed (allowing plenty of time!). Find out where loo facilities are (in case no bushes )
- set your alarm
...now you can go to bed
Tomorrow
- get up
- get to the startline in plenty of time to get yourself orientated, queue for loo (or just find a bush), drop your bag and warm up.
- warm up: ease back on the warm up if the temperature is already rising, reduce intensity (should be v easy anyway) and duration
- deep breaths, get in the zone/focus but most importantly, stay relaxed.
And you're off....
- if you get caught by congestion at the start DO NOT WEAVE IN AND OUT to *gain* places. You will only add distance to your race, how would you feel if marshals started moving the finish line away from you as you approached it? That is what you are doing by weaving. Sit tight and wait for the crowd to thin out. It will.
- similarly, if you get caught in the first mile, do NOT play catch up. Plan to catch up gradually
- remind yourself of your mantra now and then, not just when the going is getting tough
- smile and say thank you to stewards, marshals, water and gel support
- don't forget to acknowledge that pain: focus on where it is (thighs/lungs/diaphragm etc), zone in on it, say hello then let it go. This will trick your brain into accepting it. Panicking over pain sends your brain into full battle alert. Acknowledging the pain tricks your brain into remaining a calm engine of zen
Throughout...
Breathe
Run tall
Relax
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Howdy all - quick report about my feeble attempt at the 11M, 9M@PMP session.
Man, did I struggle.Deleted User wrote: »Well tonight was just horrific!
Hi, my name is Singer and I also had a crappy run yesterday
I ended up pushing out the 11 miler to yesterday, but ended up doing a 9 mile commute home at PMP and couldn't wait for it to end. I had eaten not long before setting off so it was predictably a little uncomfortable at times, but I was generally feeling a bit meh as well throughout. I'm not majorly bummed as I'd done a few more miles than was on plan during the week (relatively slowly ), but the rest reminder posted last night was well timed! 0 -
Jake and Neady, I see you guys are racing this weekend. Best of luck! Looking forward to reading those race reports. Anyone else doing this?
Thanks for the advice Dubgal Looking forward to tomorrow. I've swapped the two weeks around so tomorrow will be 1 mile WU, half at PMP, 1 mile CD.
The porridge is already soaking in the fridge and ready for eating in the morning. Change of clothes is packed and ready to go, just need to get myself to the start line oh and do some work today 0 -
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Deleted User wrote: »It's bloody frustrating isn't it? Particularly when you know you are well well able for the distance. Sure we did it and that's all that the legs care about
I was particularly annoyed because Wednesday night I was itching to go out and was told not to! Typical sure
On the tiredness. I had a terrible night's sleep. I was awake later than usual, woke soon after to go to the loo :rolleyes: and then was awake for over an hour because the next door neighbours were having a loud party at 4 in the morning. On a bloody school night. I was so close to going in and saying "DON'T YOU KNOW I'M TRAINING FOR A MARATHON" >.< I eventually dozed back off around 4.30 and my alarm went off at 5.55. If anyone needs me I'll be asleep under my desk.
Anybody else find themselves waking up to go to the toilet during the night? It's become a nightly occurrence for me recently - is it part of the increased hydration i.e. drinking more water more often? Or am I getting the hydration wrong - or am I getting paranoid about everything must be related to the plan! 0 -
Anybody else find themselves waking up to go to the toilet during the night? It's become a nightly occurrence for me recently - is it part of the increased hydration i.e. drinking more water more often? Or am I getting the hydration wrong - or am I getting paranoid about everything must be related to the plan!
Yes, me too!0 -
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Jake and Neady, I see you guys are racing this weekend. Best of luck! Looking forward to reading those race reports. Anyone else doing this?
Have a look at this too (my OCD, you will succumb ), you may find it useful.
By now ye will be resting up in advance of tomorrow's exertions. Early bed for all you racers tonight but first, a quick checklist:
Tonight
- Number pinned on vest/t shirt, if no number yet, make sure you know of arrangements for pick up
- Make sure you know where the start and finish are and bag drop off.
- Racing gear laid out and warm up gear
- Toenails trimmed?! (Not too short either...)
- Change of clothes for after (no hanging around in damp running gear!)
- baggage label (if using) attached to bag
- pace band made if using
- garmin or similar charged (*stifles yawn*)
- race strategy committed to memory/final familiarisation with route
- sunscreen left out to apply in am
- water and recovery drink and snack packed
- breakfast prepped
- have your 'getting to venue plan' nailed (allowing plenty of time!). Find out where loo facilities are (in case no bushes )
- set your alarm
...now you can go to bed
Tomorrow
- get up
- get to the startline in plenty of time to get yourself orientated, queue for loo (or just find a bush), drop your bags, pull them back up when finished and warm up.
- warm up: ease back on the warm up if the temperature is already rising, reduce intensity (should be v easy anyway) and duration
- deep breaths, get in the zone/focus but most importantly, stay relaxed.
And you're off....
- if you get caught by congestion at the start DO NOT WEAVE IN AND OUT to *gain* places. You will only add distance to your race, how would you feel if marshals started moving the finish line away from you as you approached it? That is what you are doing by weaving. Sit tight and wait for the crowd to thin out. It will.
- similarly, if you get caught in the first mile, do NOT play catch up. Plan to catch up gradually
- remind yourself of your mantra now and then, not just when the going is getting tough
- smile and say thank you to stewards, marshals, water and gel support
- don't forget to acknowledge that pain: focus on where it is (thighs/lungs/diaphragm etc), zone in on it, say hello then let it go. This will trick your brain into accepting it. Panicking over pain sends your brain into full battle alert. Acknowledging the pain tricks your brain into remaining a calm engine of zen
Throughout...
Breathe
Run tall
Relax
Smile
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Jake and Neady, I see you guys are racing this weekend. Best of luck! Looking forward to reading those race reports. Anyone else doing this?
Have a look at this too (my OCD, you will succumb ), you may find it useful.
By now ye will be resting up in advance of tomorrow's exertions. Early bed for all you racers tonight but first, a quick checklist:
Tonight
- Number pinned on vest/t shirt, if no number yet, make sure you know of arrangements for pick up
- Make sure you know where the start and finish are and bag drop off.
- Racing gear laid out and warm up gear
- Toenails trimmed?! (Not too short either...)
- Change of clothes for after (no hanging around in damp running gear!)
- baggage label (if using) attached to bag
- pace band made if using
- garmin or similar charged (*stifles yawn*)
- race strategy committed to memory/final familiarisation with route
- sunscreen left out to apply in am
- water and recovery drink and snack packed
- breakfast prepped
- have your 'getting to venue plan' nailed (allowing plenty of time!). Find out where loo facilities are (in case no bushes )
- set your alarm
...now you can go to bed
Tomorrow
- get up
- get to the startline in plenty of time to get yourself orientated, queue for loo (or just find a bush), drop your bag and warm up.
- warm up: ease back on the warm up if the temperature is already rising, reduce intensity (should be v easy anyway) and duration
- deep breaths, get in the zone/focus but most importantly, stay relaxed.
And you're off....
- if you get caught by congestion at the start DO NOT WEAVE IN AND OUT to *gain* places. You will only add distance to your race, how would you feel if marshals started moving the finish line away from you as you approached it? That is what you are doing by weaving. Sit tight and wait for the crowd to thin out. It will.
- similarly, if you get caught in the first mile, do NOT play catch up. Plan to catch up gradually
- remind yourself of your mantra now and then, not just when the going is getting tough
- smile and say thank you to stewards, marshals, water and gel support
- don't forget to acknowledge that pain: focus on where it is (thighs/lungs/diaphragm etc), zone in on it, say hello then let it go. This will trick your brain into accepting it. Panicking over pain sends your brain into full battle alert. Acknowledging the pain tricks your brain into remaining a calm engine of zen
Throughout...
Breathe
Run tall
Relax
Smile
Thanks for that Dubgal, i think you covered everything there:)
Best of luck Neady.0 -
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