Runnerbeans 2012

[pippa]

new Thread for a new year.
2 miles done 498 to go!

[pippa]

PB for 1.5 distance. Felt as if I was flying at one point!

[Shaun Finnie]

Good one! Remind me what this thread is for?

[glenc]

Well done Pippa. Think I am going to have to set one up for Nordic
Walking. Although, on consideration, it is a bit of a minority
activity on this site. Maybe we could set one up for personal
challenges for 2012 and each record progress towards our particular
target - whether it be weight loss, walking, etc etc

On Jan 1, 12:30 pm, Shaun Finnie <shaun.fin...@sky.com> wrote:
> Good one! Remind me what this thread is for?

> On Jan 1, 2012 12:21 PM, "pippa" <pippa.cot...@gmail.com> wrote:
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> > PB for 1.5 distance. Felt as if I was flying at one point!
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> > On Jan 1, 12:18 pm, pippa <pippa.cot...@gmail.com> wrote:
> > > new Thread for a new year.

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[MadameH]

Well done Pippa! I set off this morning intending to do 5 miles...and
felt good enough to carry on and do 6 :-)) Only another 694 to go for
me - piece of cake hahaha!
There is no doubt that sticking to champagne last night meant I woke
up with no trace of a hangover this morning - an expensive but very
enjoyable discovery!

[pippa]

Hi Claire Yes champagne left me hangover free and fit for a run this
morning. Well done ! As you say only 694 to go. My aim is to try to
run further than 5K in one go my sticking point at the moment. It is
now 2 years since I did 10K!

[roseg]

What a brilliant start to the year, Pippa and Claire!

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[Lesley Martin]

Well done ladies! I had planned to run today but unlike you the champagne did not agree with me and I have been feeling rough all day. But I do want to run regularly. My goal would be 250 miles in the year rather than 500 though.

Lesley Martin
Sent from my iPod

[pippa]

Go for it Lesley!

On Jan 1, 10:16 pm, Lesley Martin <lmarti...@ntlworld.com> wrote:
> Well done ladies! I had planned to run today but unlike you the champagne did not agree with me and I have been feeling rough all day. But I do want to run regularly. My goal would be 250 miles in the year rather than 500 though.
>
> Lesley Martin
> Sent from my iPod
>

[Sue]

Can I join in? I can't run cos of my back, but does fast walking
count? It's absolutely freezing here this morning but I'm determined
to start as I mean to go on and wrap up for a walk - brrr! wish me
luck! It is so good to have this group to state things to then I feel
I have to do it as I would be deceiving my THC friends!

[pippa]

Of course you can Sue. What ever works.
You can add time onto the Challenge spreadsheet also.

[MadameH]

I joined the club run along the Cotswold way this morning. The full
run started in Painswick but fortunately there was a point for the
less ambitious of us to join in closer to home. I ran 7.82 miles of
slippery muddy tracks along the escarpment (which goes up and down a
surprising amount!) It was a glorious sunny morning, very chilly wind
(especially when we were waiting for the Painswick runners to arrive)
but thoroughly enjoyable. Fresh air, sunshine, congenial company and
far-reaching views = recipe for happiness!

[pippa]

Indeed Claire!

[kriz]

You are making me feel envious Claire. Foot is feeling slighty better
and hope to be out running before the end of January

[Jules]

I have to say that I feel envy too - yesterday was glorious, but
today! Yikes!

All credit to you for being patient with the foot injury, Chris. I
really hope it heals well so that you can blast out the way you want
to. I did think of you the other morning, yesterday perhaps, when
Radio5Live were reviewing the 10 best Olympic moments for Team GB...
the Ovett/Coe rivallry was one of those featured, by a guy who was the
third Brit in the 800m race. It was an amazing programme - really
made my husband and I shed tears of joy and pain.... I think you'd
enjoy it, and certainly worth a "listen again" if you didn't catch
it. It must've been on around 9ish (am), but I can't really recall
which day it was! There, I've found it...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b018sz0w

[kriz]

Hi Jules, thanks for the link, I'll listen to the programme later this
afternoon.
I was around and running alot during the Coe/Ovett rivalry and spent
some time staying with Steve Ovett and his family in Annan (just north
of the border) For a while we had the same coach Harry Wilson, who
also coached Zola Budd too.
During that period you was always either in the Coe or Ovett side and
having met them both I was firmly on the Ovett side. I once ran with
Seb Coe in the 1991 London marathon. He'd never run a marathon before
and wanted to break 3 hours. A number of pace runners had been
recruited to get him to the finish just under the magic mark. I
started with him and paced him all the way round, talking about
Chelsea footbacll club (he is a Chelsea fan) when he was struggling a
little at the 18 mile mark in Docklands. We ran the full 26 miles and
as we reached Westminster Bridge, with just 385 yards to go he
sprinted away from me, crossed the line and I didn't see him again
that day.

I was interviewed a couple of years ago about the rivalry for a
documentary that has yet to see the light of day

The 3rd man of GB 800/1500/mile running during the early years was
either Steve Cram in the early years, or latterly Peter Elliot. Both
were later world champions in their own right. It was a magical time
to be involved in the sport where GB led the way, and I have great
memories of that time and am very lucky


My foot isn't too good just yet but I am absolutely determined that I
will be running soon. Harry Wislon once wrote to me in 1993, I had a
serious calf muscle injury (still have the same one - compartment
syndrome) which just wouldn't heal, my times were getting slower and I
was on the verge of giving up. He wrote a lovely letter and ended it
by saying 'Never Give In'
And since those times, I never have. Even when I couldn't walk and my
spinal injury was at it's worst and I'd bang my head on the wall with
frustration I always knew that I would run again. This current problem
is very minor in comparison and is an irritant but one day soon I will
be out running again. I have done it virtually all of my life and have
no plans to give up, ever. As Harry once said

[pippa]

2 miles today! so now only 496 to go!

[Lesley Martin]

3 miles for me today although I did have a couple of short walking breaks! 247 to go!

Lesley Martin
Sent from my iPod

[pippa]

Nice work Lesley.

On Jan 4, 5:06 pm, Lesley Martin <lmarti...@ntlworld.com> wrote:
> 3 miles for me today although I did have a couple of short walking breaks! 247 to go!
>
> Lesley Martin
> Sent from my iPod
>

[MadameH]

Ran a fraction over 8 miles this morning, while the sky was still blue
(it's clouded over now). That brought my total mileage since Jan 1st
to 27 miles!!! I wanted to get ahead on my target as we are away for
a few days next week and I will probably not be able to run much, if
at all. I am so pleased with my Garmin 210, it means I can go running
on completely random routes but keep an eye on the mileage and pace as
I'm running - in the past I had a tendency to overestimate how far I'd
run and was often disappointed when I got back and plotted the route
on the laptop.

[pippa]

Hi all
Well done to Claire for storing up miles!. My total for this week so
far is 5.5 miles. 1.5 today (slow as I was really tired from
Boxercise!). Still good to get out there.

[pippa]

Well I will need support now having registered for my first 10K on 4
March for Iain Rennie Grove House Hospice. Slightly scarey but I did
run 8K back in September 2008 in a cross country race. I now know what
I will need for my birthday new running shoes.

[MadameH]

You know we'll be cheering you on Pippa!
Just got back from a little 3-miler, which (I can hardly believe I'm
writing this) brings my total for the week up to 30 !!!! Even better,
there is not a hint of a grumble from my hips or big toe joints. I
think varying the length, route and terrain that I've run this week,
and not being unduly concerned about pace, has been the key. As an old
university friend (also now a keen runner) said to me "Who'd have
thought WE would talk about "only" running 3 miles! Our twenty-year-
old selves would never have believed it!"

[pippa]

Love the post Claire. You must be really impressed with yourself!

[kriz]

brilliant to read about your impressive weekly mileage Claire.Pippa,
10km will be a doddle, if you are already running 5kms you will have
no problem, but you can start to look at increasing your weekly
mileage by about 10%

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[Shaun Finnie]

Good for you Pippa! You know that we're all behind you

[Jules]

Claire, you're post is so inspiring. That's an awesome total. Your
current self should also be very impressed and proud!

Pippa, I wrote you of my absolute delight yesterday when you emailed
the link to sponsorship. We are all here to spur you on. I think
Claire will add a warning of not extending mileage by more than 10%
per week! And also let the mileage build in your legs and forget
about pace. You need the miles! As I wrote, I shall send you the
spreadsheet that I did for the 10miler, and the 10k (although the 10k
was about speed training as I had the distance). If you want me to
help you build you a spreadsheet, then very happy to. I found I had
much better success when the targets were all laid out week by
week.... Good luck! Right behind you!

[pippa]

Thanks all. Today I did day 1 of the RW 10K running training plan with
3 runs a week. After 2 miles I thought I would never keep going but I
did and did 4.5 miles. 2 easy then 4 x 400 metres then 2 miles slow.
The main problem is that the route I chose was hilly and muddy so I
had to do more road running than I wanted. I do like it mapped out so
will probably do this training plan. 3 rest days now but I will do
zumba and some walking and pilates starts again this week. I was quite
impressed with myself. Jules I would like to see your 10K plan and
then 10 miler if you can send them to me thank you.

[pippa]

Clare what Can I say !? Awesome mileage!

[pippa]

If I am doing a 4-5 mile run what should I eat before and what time
gap between the run and what after. Should I take water?

[Jules]

Pippa! Pleeeeeasssseeee be careful... If I've read you right, you've
gone from 3.1 miles to 4.5 miles in one leap. That's a lot more than
10% increase in miles, in fact, it's 45% increase. Do sense check the
plan according to your starting place as we don't want to be hearing
about niggles and injuries. No wonder you found it hard going.

[MadameH]

That was a big leap Pippa but hopefully the steps are not so huge for
the rest of the plan?
Eating - I don't like to have eaten anything much, within about an
hour and a half of setting off for a run. First thing in the morning I
do run on one Oatibix and skimmed milk, but really, nothing more. I
think it's a matter of trial and error to work out your own
preferences but as long as you keep it fairly light you should be
fine. With the temperatures of winter I personally don't bother to
take any water with me, even for 8 or 9 miles. However do make sure
you have drunk plenty of water as a part of your normal routine (I
expect you do anyway.) If you keep your body well hydrated as a matter
of course you won't need to take water with you. In the 10k itself I
would take advantage of the water station they will probably have at
about the half way point though - nerves and excitement will make you
feel thirsty!

[pippa]

Thanks for the advice both. No the leaps are not so big now. If you
want to check it then look at RW perfect 10K 3 runs a week.
I have actually run 10K before but not run 4.5 since last year. I
will take care I promise. Next run wednesday an easy 3 miles.

[pippa]

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/racing/rws-8-week-10k-schedule-3-days-per-week/76.html
This is the plan.

[Jules]

Having only your legs being injury free as my concern, this looks to
me like it's a programme for getting the speediest time for a 10K, and
not mileage building for a 10K. The mileage it asks for is a
considerable hike from where you are, and if it were me, I wouldn't be
doing this programme. Look ahead at the weeks, the mileage takes you
way beyond a 10k (6 mile) distance.

I'd consider something like the following link, using the programme in
the second column... Have a look and see what you think!

http://www.actionaid.org.uk/_content/documents/10k%20schedule.pdf

[Lesley Martin]

3 miles yesterday. Again, a couple of walking breaks but they were no more than one minute. I can either go the whole way very slowly, or go a bit faster but have the walking break - I hope gradually I will not need to walk! Aiming to get out twice a week if I can which means I HAVE to either run one lunchtime (tricky) or in the dark when I get home which demands motivation and committment! Pippa, I am encouraged by your enthusiasm, good luck with the programme. And Claire, awesome!

 

Lesley

[pippa]

Jules I think you are right so will revert to your plan intermediate
level. I Like Jane Wake and I am sure that is probably what I should
be doing so thanks for pointing that out. I was concerned about the
mileage increases. Right off to re write my weeks running plan!

Lesley thats great well done. Twice a week would be fab if you could
do it!

On Jan 9, 10:47 am, Lesley Martin <lmarti...@ntlworld.com> wrote:
> 3 miles yesterday. Again, a couple of walking breaks but they were no more
> than one minute. I can either go the whole way very slowly, or go a bit
> faster but have the walking break - I hope gradually I will not need to
> walk! Aiming to get out twice a week if I can which means I HAVE to either
> run one lunchtime (tricky) or in the dark when I get home which demands
> motivation and committment! Pippa, I am encouraged by your enthusiasm, good
> luck with the programme. And Claire, awesome!
>
> Lesley

[pippa]

Jules I will revert to your plan Intermediate level. The other one was
as you say not right for me. Thanks for the push! Quite relieved
actually as it looked tough.

On Jan 9, 10:47 am, Lesley Martin <lmarti...@ntlworld.com> wrote:

> 3 miles yesterday. Again, a couple of walking breaks but they were no more
> than one minute. I can either go the whole way very slowly, or go a bit
> faster but have the walking break - I hope gradually I will not need to
> walk! Aiming to get out twice a week if I can which means I HAVE to either
> run one lunchtime (tricky) or in the dark when I get home which demands
> motivation and committment! Pippa, I am encouraged by your enthusiasm, good
> luck with the programme. And Claire, awesome!
>
> Lesley

[pippa]

Opps seem to have replied twice!

[Jules]

Pippa - it just shows that you were doubly sure!!! I have to say, I
am very relieved. I was very worried about coming across as critical,
when I'm really trying to be supportive! The one down side of
communication by writing.

Well done Lesley. I'm impressed! The gradually lightening nights
will help you. When I worked full-time, I tried working out in
lunch... too tricky!

[glenc]

I tried to sneek a peek at Chris's article in 'Outdoort Fitness'
magazine today (on the shelves in Waitrose).. However, the magazine
was enclosed in a polythese bag so I was thwarted. What I did note on
the cover was that inside there was a plan for running/training
entitled 'Beginner to 10k'. I made a mental note for Pippa but I now
see from the above that you have already sorted it out!!

[pippa]

Hi easy 20 minute run today which felt as if I was floating! I
focussed on the control and it felt good.

Thanks Jules for forcing me to be sensible I can't thank you enough. I
bought a new pair -of balance trainers at a good sports shop today
after trying several other makes to get the right pair for me. They
were really helpful- Aspect in Farnham Common.

Thanks Glen but I seem to be on the right track now with a gradual
build up in miles. I should have done 9 or so by the end of the week.

[MadameH]

Went out for a 3 mile run when I got home from work - it was dark so I
just stuck to main-ish roads with plenty of street lighting!
Good running Pippa! The RW programme was fine for me when I did my
first 10k but you do need to feel comfortable with the plan or you
won't stick to it, so you have been very sensible to reconsider. After
all, this is meant to be enjoyable! :-)

[pippa]

Now training according to Jules Virgin plan so another 25 minute
gentle run today total miles so far this week is 7 and I have rest
day tomorrow then a 2 miler on Friday. Longer run on Sunday. Todays
was less floaty as I had not slept especially well but I did it.

[pippa]

Week one done with one long run and 3 short. Its a challenge to fit
them in but it has gone well so far.

[green....@gmail.com]

Well done Pippa! Xx
Sent from my BlackBerry smartphone from Virgin Media

[Sue]

Way to go Pippa!

[MadameH]

Been out for a very chilly 5 miler this morning. Although I wore my
long leggings it took quite a while before I warmed up, and running in
the shady parts I could feel the cold on my ITB - hope it's not going
to cause any problems. Tomorrow I want to do a longer run so I will a)
wear a pair of shorts over my leggings and b) wait for it to warm up a
bit before setting off!

[pippa]

Not running today way to cold here 1 degree heavy frost. Will
rearrange schedule even with thermal leggings.

[MadameH]

Did 8 miles this morning, wearing long winter leggings, shorts on top,
long sleeved winter top, fleece gilet, running jacket, gloves, and
headband!! It was only in the last mile or so that I began to feel a
bit too warm and removed the gloves and headband, but the hips
appreciated the extra layer compared to yesterday.
I compared today's run with the run I logged on the equivalent day
last year. This year's run was shorter (over 10 miles last year) and a
slower pace. I think the extra half stone I'm carrying must be having
an effect so that's an incentive to get rid of it before my half
marathon in March. However I'm also aware that it was about this time
last year that I started to increase my mileage too quickly, which
contributed to my hip injury, so I'm content to build up more slowly
to the distance this year.

[pippa]

Decided that I needed to get out so did a half hour easy run. Long run
will wait till Tuesday. Still having to work hard to fit in 4 runs a
week.

[Lesley Martin]

No run this weekend as yesterday drove up to Manchester to drop daughter off and today - well I just didn't feel like it! It was cold and grey and I had stuff o needed to do at home. But it is likely to be another week before I get out again, so not good!

Lesley Martin
Sent from my iPod

[kriz]

Managed to run today for the 1st time since the London triathlon back
in July. Ran on the treadmill in the new NB trainers that I'd bought
last August. The plan had been to run at 5mph for a max of 10 minutes,
but after a few minutes I increased the speed to 7mph and then ran for
28 minutes in total. Feels great, pulse was low, in Zone 1, which I
wasn't expecting and no real problems with the foot. Will probably not
run again now until Thursday, chosing the swim, cycle & lift weights
instead, but it is just great to be able to run again

On Jan 15, 5:45 pm, Lesley Martin <lmarti...@ntlworld.com> wrote:
> No run this weekend as yesterday drove up to Manchester to drop daughter off and today - well I just didn't feel like it! It was cold and grey and I had stuff o needed to do at home. But it is likely to be another week before I get out again, so not good!
>
> Lesley Martin
> Sent from my iPod
>

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[Jeannie Hunter]

Great news Chris - I'm so glad that you are on the up and up once more. Good luck with continued improvement.

Jeannie sent this from her iPod today!

[kriz]

Thanks Jeannie, it really feels great to run and I feel very lucky to
be able to do so

On Jan 15, 9:15 pm, Jeannie Hunter <bilea...@btinternet.com> wrote:
> Great news Chris - I'm so glad that you are on the up and up once more. Good luck with continued improvement.
>
> Jeannie sent this from her iPod today!
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[MadameH]

That's really good news Chris! But mind you don't overdo it now - you
don't want to go back to square 1!

[Jules]

Chris, you're enthusiasm is infectious! Am really pleased.... I wish
you luck in your self-battle to restrain yourself!! That could be
your challenge of the coming weeks!

Claire, you're doing amazingly, and I have so much regard for you. I
really hope that it will be niggle free, but sounds like you're not
taking yourself down that same route.

Keep up the good work runnerbeans! My running has been treadmill
intervals, which passes quickly, but it's not the same as the good old
outdoors!! I miss the streets of London.

[pippa]

2 short runs done this week now the long one of the week to tackle
tomorrow then another 30 minute moderate one according to my plan. I
was pondering what an easy run was rather than a pushing run.
Sometimes it all flows when you least expect.

[pippa]

Long run done ie 6K today but it was very slow slippery and I got
muddy but it was mild at least.

[Jules]

Well done Pippa, you're doing so well! The weather doesn't really
help with the programmes at this time of the year. I think the
weather will get a bit blowy towards the end of the week... And next
week, well, the closet weather geek here has been looking at long term
forecasts (wedding in mind) and there might be some of the white stuff
towards the end of next week.... I'm keeping my eyes on the
forecasts....

[pippa]

I am juggling the runs around accordingly!

[pippa]

Week 2 of training completed 7.6 miles. Next week the runs get harder
but more rest days in between. I am enjoying the challenge.

[MadameH]

Well done, and glad to hear you're enjoying it Pippa! I really think
having a goal to work towards is very motivating.
I clocked up 60 miles run so far this month, after my run this
morning. I'm slower than last year still, but I feel my legs are
stronger. Having this mileage target is really galvanising me to get
out even if it's just for a short run, whereas before I wouldn't have
made the effort.

[pippa]

I agree Claire. Impressive mileage you have clocked up!
X

[Sue]

Amazing mileage Claire! Well done Pippa, too on your 10K challenge
training :)

[glenc]

Well done Claire and Pippa. Fantastic efforts both. I must add here
that I was thoroughly chasted today. We were walking a long this farm
track which was deep in clay/mud - all of us grumbling that it was
heavy going even with poles. Then we were overtaken by a runner who
kept a fair old speed!! I still don't know how he managed to pull his
feet out of the mud at such a fast pace"!!

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[MadameH]

"Keep on your toes!" is what my running group leader always says -
easier said than done Glen!

[MadameH]

9.5 miles run this morning, slow but steady. Did lots of stretching
when I got back as there was a very slight niggle in my hips as I ran
back up the hill to home. Will give it a good massage and some more
stretching out to keep that ITB supple!

[pippa]

Hi Claire just when I think I am doing ok with a 5 miler you post
double nearly!
Agh. Anyway did it in 1 hour 10 mins with 5 mins walk to home at the
end. Any exercises you recommend for the ITB please. The first 3 miles
seemed fast to me but the last half mile was mind over matter. Still
it was breezy and loads of runners doing circuits round Amersham all
very friendly and encouraging. I did get a dog jumping up at me when I
was standing still agh! Not sure why this happens. The owner was slow
to call him off.

[MadameH]

That's great running Pippa! You will breeze round the 10k! Was it a 5
mile run on your plan, as that seems to have increased rather quickly
to that point? I think you said a few days ago that the plan was going
well and it certainly sounds like it.
I love the fact that, especially on a Sunday morning, fellow runners
virtually always acknowledge you with a smile and a nod, or a
"Morning!"
That's very annoying about the dog. I was nearly tripped up by a tiny
dog on one of those extending-bit-of-string-type leads, as its owner
let it run out of their gate oblivious of anyone coming along the
path. In virtually every circumstance, it's not the dog it's the owner
who is at fault and I do sometimes remonstrate with them!

[pippa]

Hi Clare I have sent you the virgin training programme. Thanks for
your encouragement. It was a 5 mile on my plan the longest run then 3
25-35 min runs for the rest of this week. Then in week 4 ie Monday of
next week I will increase as per the plan. I agree in this case it was
the dog owners fault. You are doing brilliantly with no ill effects it
seems. x

[pippa]

A half hour run in the rain which I hate but moderately speedy !
Now drying off!

[Jules]

Well done you runningbeans! I have my runners with me, but I looked
out and saw the clouds around the level of ankles, and thought,
'nah'! So I read some of my book in bed.....

Glad you're enjoying the programme, Pippa. I liked having the
structure and purpose. I must sponsor you before I go away....

[MadameH]

Did 3 miles when I got home from work tonight, and so have clocked up
10% of my target now! Glad to be well ahead of schedule as it will
give me a "breather" later in the year when (if!) we go away.

[pippa]

Gosh how organised Claire.
Another half hour run today for me and an easy one tomorrow which
should make 9.5 miles this week.

[MadameH]

Well done Pippa!

[MadameH]

Back from running club, showered and now catching up online. Excellent
evening's run, and for the first time ever I ran all the way up a
particular hill (it's called Battledown but in my mind I call it
Battle-up) which is steep and long so although it was tough it was a
real feeling of achievement. I'm now toying with the possibility of
running a total of 100 miles this month - but I won't let myself get
carried away and risk injury, I'll only go for it if I'm feeling good.

[pippa]

Wow Claire another battle conquered then. !00 miles is v impressive
but as you say only proceed if you feel fit. I have run 30 miles so
far this month a record for me I think.

One question I will be away for a week after week 5 of my training
plan. Do I redo the week? and will have 2 weeks till the race when I
get back. Will I have lost much fitness?

[Jules]

Well done Claire! I think there's something very satisfying about
conquering hills in particular. I know the hill you mean! My pilates
teacher was a very experienced runner and last year, she set herself
the task of running 100 miles a month... which she did (until she went
to Kuwait) and she said it was really tough going. She tried to keep
the 100 miles up when she was there, but guess what, injured her
hamstring (she says her first running injury), so she let that target
go. I'm sure you'll be sensible!

Pippa, you shouldn't lose that much fitness, but in everything I read,
then you can repeat week 5 (if you have the time in the schedule) or
crack on if you haven't. You really won't suffer any real loss of
running legs in a week. You're doing brilliantly!

[pippa]

Thanks Jules thats what I thought. Just back from a speed 2.3 miles
road run. Oh I wish it was drier I hate getting wet trainers! And
puddle dodging! Still the sun was out.

[MadameH]

It's really good to read of your progress on this plan, Pippa - having
a goal to aim at is so motivating, isn't it? I agree with Jules, one
week shouldn't affect you too much and I think you will be able to
tell on your return if you need to re-do week 5, or just move on. Keep
up the good work!
I've been swimming this morning, and I see from my log that it was my
first session in the pool since last July! I haven't lost much speed
(I'm not that fast anyway!) but my arms did feel tired after 1km of
alternating lengths of breaststroke and front crawl. However I think I
will forego the 100 miles in a month, but include swimming in my
schedule more regularly. After all, after half term, I will have lots
of time on my hands, and mixing up the exercise has got to be a good
thing. And whatever mileage I achieve this month, it's still a PB fofr
me.

[pippa]

Good plan Claire. What ever works for you I say!

[pippa]

5.7 miles on Sunday. There said it have to run it now!

[MadameH]

You'll be fine, Pippa, and the weather forecast is good for running I
think. I hope so, I'm supposed to do a 10 miler this week. I enjoyed 6
miles run in fab sunshine this morning (even though there was still
snow on the ground in places, after last night's sudden snowfall.)

[pippa]

Forecast is cold tomorrow and Sunday but I will get out there.

[pippa]

5.7 miles done in 1 hour 21 mins. Last miles very slow. 5K in 43 mins.
cold to start and mostly road running. Glad that is in the bag.

[MadameH]

Well done Pippa - that's very nearly a 10k distance, so now you know
you are going to be fine. It was indeed cold this morning! I went out
well wrapped up and did 10.3 miles, keeping to my plan of adding a
mile to my long run each Sunday. I was very pleased with my time this
week, for the first time for ages I was doing sub 10 minute miles for
the first 5 miles, so hopefully this is a sign that my fitness is on
the up.

[pippa]

Good work Claire!

[pippa]

Yes I feel will be up to the challenge. Now I have to find the course
and check on it as it undulating apparently.

On Jan 29, 11:54 am, MadameH <hawes.cla...@gmail.com> wrote:

[pippa]

My task today was to run 3.7 miles in 55 mins which I did! Very cold
at the start but lovely when I got out in the sunshine not the shade.
Had to road run as the ground was very hard on the fields.

[MadameH]

Well done Pippa!

[MadameH]

Very chilly club run tonight. I volunteered to act as "sweeper" at the
back, so ran more slowly that I usually do. Same route as last week -
I now laugh in the face of Battledown hill! The only trouble was, it
got very chilly at the slower pace and I was glad to get home and
stand under a hot shower! Pleased I went though.

[Sue]

Yoga and a walk yesterday - am following a yoga programme for chronic
fatigue syndrome as it feels the right thing to do!

[Sue]

Oops, sausage fingers! Meant to put this on the Christmas challenge
thread - that'll teach me to use my iPhone without my reading
glasses!

[pippa]

Well done Claire! I needed a sweeper when I did the 8K cross country
back in 2008. Off to try a Fartlek session shortly.

[pippa]

Did the session will need a couple of sessions to work out what to do
without having to think about it! Combined the session with voting in
Old Amersham. It was beautiful with the blue sky and the frozen
Misbourne!

[pippa]

A short run ie 1.2 miles on the way back from my pilates class and the
doctors makes 12.2 miles this week. Now 2 days rest and a long run on
Monday if there is no snow.

Well done Claire on your long run!

[MadameH]

Thanks Pippa! I'm really enjoying my running at the moment. After all
the stresses around giving up my job, the runner's endorphins are
helping me to feel positive about myself as I have felt a bit of a
failure work-wise. This morning's run was sooo cold! I wore shorts
over my leggings but if it's as cold as this on Sunday when I plan an
11 mile run I shall wear my capri leggings over my full length ones,
as that might keep my thighs a bit warmer.

[CarolB was MNKB]

Have been noticing the Runners out in this weather. Would just like to
add here. Well done ladies. Very brave of you to Brave the weather.
Still jealous of course and feel I have missed out big time. Claire I
know just what you mean by feeling good when running. Wish I could do
it too.

Enjoy each run. x

[pippa]

Oh Carol did not mean to overplay the good feeling but you know what
me mean. I can only dream about running 11 miles Claire...!