It’s that time of the month…
to join up with Coco & Deborah for their ultimate coffee date.
Over coffee…
I’d tell you that as you may know, I HATE running on the treadmill. I have successfully dragged myself out during the warmest part of the day (after work). The problem is that it has been so cold that I can’t stay out long. I am worried that this will be one of those winters. How will I ever do a run longer than 3 miles?? I do have to train for a half marathon in March!!!
Any advice on staying warm during the run?
I only lasted about 30 minutes.
Over coffee…
(related to above) I’d tell you that I was traveling for work and it was impossible to run anywhere. So I did run on the hotel treadmill. HATED.EVERY.SECOND.
I can’t run fast and I can’t run long and it’s so hot. I could go on and on.
How do you ladies do it?
Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I am trying to plan my 2018 races … at least the half marathons. I ran 6 halfs in 2017. Not sure I want to run that many this coming year but we’ll see…
Singer Island Half on March 17, 2018
I registered for the one above. I booked my flights, contacted my friends so I have places to stay and booked my hotel for the night before the race.
I have my flight booked for Oct 6 to Paris but race registration for the race below doesn’t open until Feb 14.
Les 20km de Paris – October 14, 2018
September 23, 2018
Over coffee…
I’d tell you that related to the above, I can’t decide on my May half marathon. I am wavering between three:
Brooklyn Half Marathon – it’s on my bucket list, my friend Sue wants to do it but it’s on a Saturday (I work Friday), I have to work in NYC the Monday after, it’s my hubby’s B-day weekend & boating….
or
Steel Rail Half Marathon – it’s driveable and my current half PR but I ran it last year and would be running it alone
or
Jog for Jugs Half Marathon – it’s nearby and a new race but it’s on a course that I can run on for free (not too exciting).
So which one??
Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I had worked in NYC for three weeks in a row. But since I don’t go back until February, my friends and I planned a day trip there for tomorrow.
so excited to see this
Anyone love this show? One of my favorites ever.
Over coffee…
I’d tell that I was excited about working in Liverpool where there would be lots of lights where I normally run.
Well, the lights don’t go on until dusk and they close the park at dusk. Yup, they wouldn’t let in to run. You had to pay $10 to drive your car through.
I thought about sneaking in (and might have if I had brought my knuckle lights.)
Would you have?
Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I did it again. Saw a race on Facebook and on a whim, just clicked “Register.”
The deciding factor was that it only cost $30 for the half marathon. I am working on talking my BRF into doing it with me. If I DNS, it’s not a lot of money wasted.
Pelham Half Marathon – November 24, 2018
Anyone else just register and then think?
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A $30 half marathon?? Of course you had to register!!
I am impressed that you ran on the treadmill – I hate doing that, it feels like a mile takes much longer than when I’m running outdoors. Good on ya for getting any running in with your frigid weather…I hope this winter isn’t shaping up to be a harsh one, because yeah, training for that March half is going to be a bigger challenge than usual.
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So far this winter is the worst since I started running.
A mile on the tm feels like 10 on the road.
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I agree with your TM-to-road assessment 100%!
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I want to watch Downton Abbey! We canceled NetFlix. I’ll look into other options. There is a FREE half marathon 90 miles from me tomorrow. Nope, not going. Who am I? Truth be told, my next one is my 50th and I wanted a little more fanfare than a free running club race. #shallow.
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My next is my 30th. It will be in Florida and I’m hoping for warm (not too warm) weather.
Passing up a free half…such will power.
I started watching DA from library rented DVDs. I don’t have Netflix.
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I talked myself into registering for a $40 half but then quickly talked myself out of it. I’m still injured and have no idea when I’ll be running again so I didn’t want to waste the money!
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Hope your injury is short lived and you can get back to planning your races.
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My favorite race, Dam to Dam (yes, you’ve probably heard me mention it before) starts with $35 registration to the first 500 runners (or maybe it’s the first 1000?), then it goes up in increments. I’ve always been in the early bird crowd, so I’m not really sure what the “highest” price is for it LOL
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I register early too. Racing can get so costly!
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I’d be all in for a $30 half! I signed up spontaneously for the Shamrock Shuffle when there was a one day $39 special. Of course, no one I know is doing it but hopefully people will jump in as it gets closer.
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Sounds like a fun one. Can’t beat the price.
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I’ve run twice this week in sub-zero temperatures in Chicago; 6 and 5 miles, and was warm for each of them! I have two words for you: Layers (and the other word is layers!) I didn’t run fast, but I got the miles in!
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Yup layers. It’s hard with the WIND and then there’s the slippery paths.
You are hardcore.
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Ooh Montreal is on my radar for one year for sure. I’ve never been.I cannot do long runs on the treadmill either I just hate it. The hand warmers help a lot. I like the idea of leg warmers too. I may try that! Hang in there it’s almost spring right
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Almost spring?? It doesn’t feel like it. I like your optimism.
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I totally would have run through the lights!
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Next year I will!!
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I am thankful I did not pull the trigger on a spring marathon cuz this cold makes running long tough. Good on you for running on the mill. I know it sucks if you’re not used to it.
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Yes it is tough this year.
I will never get used to the mill. UGH!!
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I love mapping out my race season! Good luck deciding!
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Still debating. I have until Jan 31. Brooklyn sells out in minutes!
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The treadmill is my nemesis – I just hate every second I’m on it so I can so relate. I’ve got a 10 miler on the race calendar for March so I need to get outside soon. I’ve got RnR Montreal on my list but still trying to figure out the calendar.
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Me too. Hopefully this week.
LMK about Montreal. I would love to meet you.
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Love low registration fees, especially for half marathons! !
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I know. Racing can get so expensive,
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OH yes, low race entry fees are just way too tempting!!! Sometimes they can get so pricey, so it’s a steal if you can find a good priced one!! Good luck with your races this year!!!! You’re going to do awesome!!!
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Thanks for the support!
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So many choices for your races. But a $30 half would probably have me registering too!
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I just couldn’t resist.
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wait… you are going to do the Paris 20K?? Hmmmm. It’s not so far for me, maybe I can do that one… I have no fall races at all planned at the moment!
I also hate the treadmill. I don’t know many who actually like it!!
I have never seen a single episode of Downton Abbey… BUT… I’m just really far behind on series in general. We only recently started watching American Horror Story (on the 3rd season now) and Suits (season 2). So ask me in 5 years, maybe I’ll have started it haha!
I generally don’t register for races on a whim. I’m too much of a control freak for that!
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Registration for Paris 20km is Feb 14. That would be so cool if you ran it.
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haha, I’m definitely not a fan of this cold either. :[[ Good luck to you on your races this year! The Singer Island one looks like it’s going to be super pretty
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Any race with an ocean view looks good in my book 🙂
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Intervals help me with boredom on the treadmill. Oh, and Netflix. 🙂
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I know, I should try intervals. But I don’t subscribe to Netflix 😦
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HAte the cold. Hate the treadmill. I am thankful that it is not going to last long for me heere in Florida. Looks like a lot of great races for you this year, good luck.
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Yes I heard about your cold temps and I have been there when it’s cold. Hope the rest of your winter is nice. Where in Florida do you love?
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Kudos to you for braving the cold, even if for only 30 minutes. Even though I’m also not a fan of the treadmill, I hate the cold even more. I cannot wait for it to finally start warming up again!
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I hear ya. We are getting a warm up but it’s with snow and then rain. UGH!
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I’ve spent a lot more time on the treadmill this year than I usually do. I’ve totally perfected reading on it though, so it’s a nice time to catch up on whatever book I’m reading. I’m not a tv or movie person, so I’m happy I have figured out how to read.
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I should try reading on my ipad. So far I have been listening to podcasts. I’m not a TV person either.
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We have had unprecedented cold weather here…even for Maine!!! The Singer Island Half looks AMAZING!!! I need to check into this event 🙂
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I can’t fanthom how cold it is in Maine!!
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Thinking about your comments te the treadmill. I guess there would be many benefits to you running on a tredmill for the winter, given that it is below freezing all day and you have a marathon to prepare for. So sorry to say this Darlene but it’s time to train your brain too! Tell yourself how much you love that treadmill, how it is helping you to maintain fitness and achieve your goals. Maybe pop an iPad on there and watch a box set of downtown abbey! Find something to love about treadmill running and embrace it! You can do it if you want to😁 why be miserable when you can be happy? It’s only a bit of lighthearted opinion so please don’t take offence! Good luck with the winter marathon prep!
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I was thrilled that I even ran 3 miles on it. That’s more than I did all of 2017.
I listen to a podcast but it’s just so hot. I don’t own a treadmill so I can’t control the tempos and there are only two mills but so far no one else is using them.
The temps are now above zero so you will probably see me outside and I can stop complaining about how I HATE the treadmill.
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I have my own now, I keep it in the garage where it is cold, so I always start out wrapped up and end up shedding a layer! Once I’m outdoors though I’m fine, apart from heavy down pours I can usually find something to enjoy! But then it is rare for us to get temperatures lower than minus 5 so it’s never really that bad😊
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