It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

1.I runfess…

This year has to be a record of the number of races, I’ve signed up for and have not raced. I either walked or ran/walked slowly…

• Hero 5k for Autism
• Run for Women 5k
• High Lawn Farm Keep MOO’ving 5k
• NYCRUNS Manhattan Ice Cream Social 10k
• HMRRC Anniversary 3.3m Run
• Barn to Bridge 5k

Better than a DNS, right?

I may have lost my competitive edge.

2. I runfess…

I can’t wait for marathon training to be over so I can actually focus on racing and on shorter distances.

I hated skipping races because I had a long run on my schedule.

Next year – Run for the Roses 5k, Great Pumpkin Challenge 10k, Stockade-athon 15k

3. I runfess…

My 18 miler wasn’t as bad as I thought because I stopped several times during the “run.”

• After mile 1.5 to meet friends
• After mile 9.5
• After mile 11 waiting for the 5k to start
• After mile 14 hanging after the race.

How did my 20 miler go?  It was much harder but again, it helped to have along for some of the miles.

4. I runfess…

I’ve never just run.  I’ve always started out fast, add walks when I feel like it and walk more frequently as I go… I don’t wear my Garmin.

When I run with friends, I allow them to set intervals on their Garmin.

I finally realized that intervals do work and I’ve used the Runkeeper app on my iPhone and set intervals (90:45)

5. I runfess…

I’m still searching for the perfect shoe…

Yes, I still wear Topos but then newer models of Specters and Phantoms don’t feel as comfortable as the older ones (and I’ve gotten blisters.)

Altra Fwd Via in purple

They are pretty… but NOT COMFORTABLE!!!

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

1.I runfess…

Even when I don’t sign up for races, I check the results to see if I would have won an age group award.

I was supposed to run a 14 mile LSD the weekend of Sept 7 & 8. There were three 5k races and I would have won my age group in all three.

That’s what you younger runners have to look forward to if you continue running.

2. I runfess…

When you are injured and your legs feel fine, it’s hard not to run.

I mostly walked (3 mi, 4 mi, 5 mi) and threw in some strides to make sure I still could run.

3. I runfess…

I’ve never been injured during marathon training.  As a result, I had no idea how to change my plan.

I had to skip my 14 miler but had no idea how many miles to run next?

Plan A:12, 14, 12, 16, 12, 18, 12, 20, 12, 26.2

So I ran/walked 10 miles and then 13 miles the next weekend…

Tossing the plan out the window…

Plan B: 13, 0, 10, 13, (16, 18, HM, 20, 10), 26.2

However, may need Plan C if I can’t complete the 16, 18, 20 milers…

4. I runfess…

I realized that I’ve run at least ONE race each month but none in September.

my hubby grew up on the same street with the Dott family…

So I signed up to walk the 3.3 miles… it was free!

When I arrived, I bumped into a good friend and she wanted to run the race…

We ran the WHOLE race together…slowly!! She thought I was pacing her and I thought she was pacing me.

I enjoyed so much that I didn’t mind not winning an apple pie.

5. I runfess…

I love my Topos and I decided that the Specter 2 is my new favorite.

Then guess what?

I had to buy the NYC Marathon Specter 2, right?

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

1.I runfess…

I am usually so consistent with my running… esp, if I am training for a big race.

On my recent work trip to the “baked” apple (aka NYC), I ran 0 miles!!

Too hot. No mojo to run alone.  Too tired to get up early.

Instead, I found non-running activities to keep busy in the evenings.

2. I runfess…

I am a big fan of racing when I’m in NYC for work…

I must have had ESP because I never signed up in advance for a 5k that I usually run.

and I was relieved!!!!!

3. I runfess…

Speaking of races… (always)

I registered for a December 10K.

It was to be a race-cation in Florida with some friends.  Airline tickets were bought. Days off from work approved.

No luck finding another race this weekend… and I cannot switch my time off.

Very Disappointed!!!!!!

4. I runfess…

I was looking through my blog and I discovered that in 2023, I bought 4 pairs of running shoes and only 2 this year.

I guess I needed to buy more (especially since my bib from the Firecracker 4 race gave me 15% off at Fleet Feet.)

5. I runfess…

I signed up for a 10k in NYC (Governor’s Island)…

In case it is cancelled (as in 2018), I decided to extend my time off and visit my roommate in the Hamptons.

back in 2021

This way, it won’t be a waste of a NYC trip…

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

1.I runfess…

I had planned to seriously train for my recent half marathon but I skipped too many long runs and I felt guilty signing up for one the weekend before the race.

10 painful miles… at least I had company.

There was serious FOMO since there were TWO races that weekend that I wanted to run.

2. I runfess…

It’s a work in progress but I’m still struggling with accepting my slow(er) pace for short races.

I thought some speed would return…

PW but still had fun… and won my age group

3. I runfess…

Back to #1, I am happy that I did run those short races instead of those long runs.

Races are much more fun than 11 & 12 mile runs (esp. if you win your age group.)

4. I runfess…

Now that I’m done with half marathons until September, I can relax…

That is only until July 9 when marathon training officially starts.

5. I runfess…

Yes, marathon training starts but there are so many short races that I want to run.

I already signed up for three four.

Help!! There are so many more…

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

I cannot believe it’s almost May (and I’m still wearing a beanie and gloves!!)

1.I runfess…

I walked a 5k race.

Yes. Me. Not injured but I didn’t feel like exerting myself.

I had mentored a group of beginning runners.

One was recovering from COVID and wanted to walk the race. So I jumped at this opportunity.

2. I runfess…

After my last two half marathons, I’m looking forward to to shorter runs for awhile.

That is until July 1 when I start training for the NYC Marathon.

3. I runfess…

In order to enjoy my training runs for my next half marathon more, I signed up for shorter races instead of doing those long runs.

Bacon Hill Bonanza 10k, Tropicool 5k, Prospect Mountain 5.67m or Summer Smith 5k

4. I runfess…

I had thought that the Brooklyn Half Marathon would be my goal race this year…

But nope.  See runfession #3.

I plan to just finish and enjoy a hot dog and a beer at Coney Island.

5. I runfess…

I bought new running shoes.  That’s no surprise.  Topos. Also no surprise.

Atmos – Boston -inspired… just because

They also made a Specter Chicago for Men.

What about New York City??

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

1.I runfess…

I was hoping to have a slower than 2:27 finish time for the NYC Half Marathon.

That way, I wouldn’t time qualify for any big NYC race in 2025.

Success!! Not even close!

Big PW!! (but love age-graded time)

2. I runfess…

Although I knew I was not fully trained or mentally prepared to run the NYC Half Marathon well, I was discouraged that it was so hard (especially the last 3 miles!!)

Age? Hills? Ankle injury? No Mojo to push hard? Too many miles on the legs the day before?

I have more half marathons on my schedule so I’m not sure how to proceed…

If only I could be happy with my current snail pace…

3. I runfess…

I am mentoring TWO running groups.  Both use the Couch to 5k app.

I really hate this app for training new runners to run a 5k.

I used to feel that you should be able to run without walking… but now, I know that it’s ok to walk… you still finished friggin’ 3.1 miles.

And it peaks at a 30 minute run (or JOG as the app calls it).  What beginner runner finishes their first 5k in 30 minutes?

4. I runfess…

Peer pressure took over.

I’m sure you are not surprised that I did sign up to run the NYC Marathon in November… for the last time!!

5. I runfess…

I am very excited to have companions as I train for and run 26.2 miles.

Misery loves company.

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

1.I runfess…

Cari was correct, I did defer my entry to this half marathon because I will probably run it in 2025.

2. I runfess…

Since I had to pay $40 to defer, I do not plan to register for the race until the very last minute next year. That way, I will be sure that I am trained and healthy and more importantly, the registration cost will be at its highest (I won’t feel so bad for paying the $40.)

3. I runfess…

It’s hard for me to go on vacation without running a race.

As you know by now, I ran a 5k while I was there.

And it was so much fun!!

4. I runfess…

Of course, though my speed work was zilch and my ankle still iffy, I still checked the results to see if my slow time won me an age group award.

And I won my age group with my slowest time since my first year running (2008).  You just have to show up sometimes.

5. I runfess…

Now that I’m running again, the race bug has bitten me. A new race (for me) and I haven’t been to Governor’s Island in a few years.

Aug 3 – a 10k with ice cream – around NYC’s Governor’s Island

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

…the first one for 2024!!

1.I runfess…

When I was not running  due to an ankle injury, I was still tempted to make running-related purchases.

I mean you always need new shoes when recovering, right?

Topos Atmos

2. I runfess…

Although I’ve barely started running again, I still haven’t deferred my Feb. 18 half marathon in Florida.

I know I am not in shape to run 13.1 miles but I just can’t pull the trigger yet.

is it because of the medal?

3. I runfess…

I have more running clothes than I’ll ever need but I finally could not ignore the bargains from Skirt Sports (they are going out of business, as you know.)

I wear a “S” but the skirt runs small and the top runs big…

4. I runfess…

I already signed up for our September race-cation race… because I wanted to take advantage of the cheap price.  Hope I don’t burned again.

HALF MARATHON – Early Bird Fee (ONE WEEK ONLY): $75 – January 15, 2024 through January 21, 2024.

Regular Fee: $90 – January 22, 2024 through August 1, 2024. (unless race sells out)

Late Fee: $105 – August 2, 2024 through September 29, 2024. (unless race sells out)

5. I runfess…

I don’t enjoy racing alone.  Yet I registered for the Brooklyn Half Marathon because I time qualified.

I selfishly talked two of my running into entering the lottery.

Phew.. they BOTH got in.

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

…the last one for 2023!!

1.I runfess…

I really enjoyed running in a warmer climate.  Yes, I had to race slower but it was so nice not to wear layers.

FOMO, Florida runners.

2. I runfess…

Of course, I was disappointed that I was not acclimated enough to the humidity to run faster.

I was expecting a slower time but not this slow:

3. I runfess…

I had a qualifying time for the Brooklyn Half Marathon in May so I signed up.

I’m hoping third time is a charm.

IOW, it does not rain hard the whole race (like 2018 & 2023) and I can actually stay and visit Coney Island.

4. I runfess…

I don’t really like downtime.  I enjoy a routine – 3 weekday runs and 1 long run. Training for a big race! (Of course, that’s when I’m not injured!!!)

However, my next half marathon was not until Feb, 18!

and I ran 8 miles – just because

In hindsight, I’m glad I pushed myself (as it will be my last long run for awhile).

5. I runfess…

Being injured really sucks (as I know you all know).

I am relieved that it’s winter (and gray and rainy for the most part.)

My next race is Feb 18 (in Fla) and my big race in NYC is on March 17.

Fingers crossed, my ankle heals in time (though at this point, I’m thinking that I may not be ready for a half marathon until April. Sigh.)

I guess I’ll being spending more time at the gym and on my stationary bike than I planned.

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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