Brooke
Ok. The good news is, I ran 13.1 in 2:05 without even trying hard. So to reward myself I decided to walk mile 14, since I had to make it to 22 miles. Stupid. Stupid. Stupid. My back cramped up. It ... read more
- Miles:
- 510 total / 358 in 2013
- Goal:
Charleston Half Marathon Jan 19; Columbia Marathon Mar 9; Colfax Half Marathon May 19; Bad Marsh Night Ultra June 22; Savannah Rock and Roll Marathon Nov. 9
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good Greenway and Brick Pond Park 18.4 mi 03:05 10:03 pace
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good Colfax Half Marathon 13.1 mi 02:09 09:51 pace
I was really just going for the goal of "don't suck" or "don't cry because your lungs want to explode" due to the altitude but I ended up with a PR. What?! It makes me... read more
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Great Performance:
Yay!!! Awesome race!!! You are doing so great!
6 days ago
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Great Performance:
Awesome half Brooke! That altitude can really effect a runner, but you pulled through and PR'ed nonetheless! You should be sooo proud!
5 days ago
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#dailymission Running in the dark: is it safe?
No. I used to run before sunrise often, but call it maternal instinct/anxiety, I just don't feel comfortable with it anymore. I have three kids w... read more1 person liked what Brooke said-
I agree. I don't go out before sunrise or after dark either. A run just isn't worth the risk when our children are our priority! I even stopped running in snowy, icy conditions too b/c I wondered how I would manage with a broken leg, etc. if I slipped...That's when a TM comes in handy!
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I run in the neighborhood occasionally right before sunrise for a couple miles, but I wear pepper spray with a reflective velcro strap on my arm. But running past the houses that are under construction freak me out. I always worry someone is going to jump out of one of the porta-potties by the road or come running out of one of the empty half-built homes.
15 days ago • Like
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omg Brooke! that is sooo not relaxing!! I'd be freaked out too! yikes!
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Need advice! I have had issues with calluses and blisters on the inside balls of my feet for a while but lately it's gotten very painful to run and the calluses and ridiculous. I seriously go ... read more
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What kind of socks are you wearing? I have found when I wear cheap socks that aren't made for running (just like Haynes or something) I will get blisters if I wear them on a long run.
16 days ago • Like
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It could be your shoe or even the fit of your shoe, or like Kristine said my first thought was socks. Do you have a running specialty store close by where you could take your shoes in and ask them?
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Probably the shoe or size. I got a black toenail once when I started distance running. I increased my shoe to 9 and it never happened again..(I am a 7 1/2 to 8 shoe for all other activities) Check it out at a running store.
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I wear thorlo Experia socks but I think I will try another brand to see if that helps. I'm wondering if the front of my foot is wide so I will stop by fleet feet soon and see what they say. I hope I don't have to switch shoes! I'm on my third pair of my favorite NBs. Thanks for the advice y'all!!
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blah 6.76 mi 01:10 10:23 pace
Well. It wasn't raining. Just a late afternoon run in the sweltering heat. Definatley not at the beach anymore.
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#dailymission Worse race? Well, the marathon was my worst average pace because of an injury with 6 miles to go, but I have to say the race I just felt like total crap the whole time was a half mara... read more
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great Tour de Fripp 12.45 mi 02:01 09:40 pace
Giving myself credit for getting up and doing a long run in this crazy wind and rain on vacation. Even if it was supposed to be 18 mi. Went out an hour and 1/2 later than planned due to weather so ... read more
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You're an Inspiration:
Great solid run, Brooke!
23 days ago
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Ran the neighborhood trails tonight. Honeysuckle, deer and a river view. So grateful to have this practically in my backyard. Beautiful, peaceful run!
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so i have a question about ultra training. they say you should replace your shoes every 300 miles. Do ultra runners actually do that? Because you could be buying new shoes every month or less. At t... read more
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I have always heard every 500 miles. At least that is what they told us in high school cross country. I don't know what hard core runners do.....but in a year I am training and running a couple of races, I typically do every 6 months, which is probably about 500-600 miles for me.
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I'd base replacement on actual shoe condition rather than an arbitrary mileage...if the sole is worn away, worn badly one side or the other, or compressed with little or no "give" or cushioning effect remaining, out they go. BTW, my therapist DOES NOT like those shoes being advertised that literally have springs embedded in the heels. I also think they're just a gimmick. You have no idea what the spring rebound rate is and what would be correct for your or some other runner's weight. My 2 cents... : )
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i rarely run on anything other than pavement, so I would imagine my shoes will get worn out more that way vs. dirt. I also have a really high arch, and need the extra arch support. Fleet Feet tried to sell me some pricey inserts one time, and I wonder if those would give my shoes a little extra life. But I'm cheap so I passed. :)
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#dailymission What's the best thing you've ever found along the road while on a run/ride?
This is similar to another DMer's response, but about 2 weeks ago (in a very suburban area) ... read more1 person liked what Brooke said -
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great mullikan neighborhoods 8 mi 01:22 10:15 pace
Wish I had more time today to run longer-- felt great this morning, even with the rain and hills!
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it was a light rain most of the time. I won't run in the heavy stuff either!
27 days ago • Like
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Nice Job:
Nice 8 Brooke! I love those runs when I feel like I could just keep on going ;)
27 days ago
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Isn't it great when you run out of time instead of energy or motivation?! Great miles!
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good 8 mi 01:22 10:15 pace
0% chance of rain until 10am, huh? Weather.com.... You lie. It was raining when I woke up at 5 and it's still raining. The first 6 mi were actually really nice and refreshing. Welcome change f... read more
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Same weather here.... Buy I haven't made it out yet and debating doing so....grrr
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PS- i'm so far behind on my training. I think this is why moms like us don't run ultras. Maybe it's not my year for the 50k :(
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Wow! Impressive -- cramps or not!
1 day ago
I came to pretty much the same conclusions after my marathon. I decided for now it is easier for me to work on getting faster at the half then to keep pushing distance. Great pace and distance though!!
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thanks. i've been struggling with the decision to get faster or go further. I know I don't have enough time right now to train the way I should for long distance. The 50K is in less than a month, and I feel like I'm just throwing myself into it.
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