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  • SharonLC
    SharonLC Member Posts: 53
    edited February 2013

    Thanks for the updates! Went back to a normal running schedule this week ... feel a little lost without having something to train for though.

    LovesToRun ... I hope your surgery goes well this week. I had the same treatment, feel free to Instant Message me if you want to talk to someone about specifics.

    Annette ... glad to see the commitment, it does help motivate Smile

    NatsFan ... try not to worry about your runs, just do what you can and ENJOY! If you have to walk some, no worries, just going the distance and staying injury free is what's most important. You may want to give Galloway program a try if the running 100% is stressing you to much ... scheduled walk breaks do help a great deal ... I stuck with his program 3 min run/1 min walk for my HM last weekend and had enough left at the end to run the last mile, it was easy to keep a steady pace the whole HM, too ... just something to think about.

    goldlining ... thanks for the headsup info on the Disney HM registration ... sounds like a good one.

    MMTOMH ... I'm holding you accountable for 30 minutes either today or tomorrow ... you'll feel so much better!! Let me know how it went Wink

    Member ... that's a tough HM race schedule ... just out of curiosity, what distance do you keep doing each week between each of them? Do you ever take time off for recovery?

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  • ksm
    ksm Member Posts: 23
    edited February 2013

    Hello everyone. I am new to this site and am having surgery on Tuesday (single mastectomy with tissue expander placement). What do you think... Could I run a mile in two months? I'd l Ike to sign up for a local mile event. I can walk it, too but would prefer to run. Just don't know what to expect regarding pain after surgery. I'm a short distance runner - multiple 5k runs and a couple of 8k/10k runs a year.

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  • goldlining
    goldlining Member Posts: 1,178
    edited February 2013

    Welcome to the forum. We look forward to reading about your runs!

    I don't know about the implications of the TE (some here had TE), but I had a DIEP which is considerably more surgically extensive than mx, and I ran a 5K and half marathon at 6 weeks. Post-DIEP, there is a long period of being stooped over (shorter on the front, and all) and I was only able to get upright for the first time 2 days before that 5K. 

    I "ran" it, I should say, but with no training during that six weeks other than weekly hours on the treadmill, I literally did run over 3 km nonstop of the 5K event and then 36 hours later, ran the first couple of miles of the half before I started alternately walking and running. The surgeon (a runner) was entirely okay with it. His only reservation was that due to lack of training, my time would suck.

    :-)

    I was not at all unhappy with a personal worst time in that condition, and I was so glad that I did it. 

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  • LuvLuLu
    LuvLuLu Member Posts: 377
    edited February 2013

    KSM, yes you can! Cool Good luck w/your surgery this week.

    Nats, how did it go today? Bet you did just fine.

    Rest day for me today.

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  • ksm
    ksm Member Posts: 23
    edited February 2013

    Thanks, guys! Very encouraging to go ahead and sign up for some of the 5k's after goldlining's 5k and half marathon 6 weeks out!

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  • NatsFan
    NatsFan Member Posts: 3,745
    edited February 2013

    Sharon - thanks for the encouraging words and the Galloway suggestion.  I've downloaded that program so if I reach a point where I can't sustain 100% running, I'm ready to segue into it.  Luv - you were right - I did just fine with my 7 miles today.  It was 50 degrees and sunny, and perfect for running in the park.  Since I only run 13 minute miles it took me a long time, but I was able to run the entire distance without walking. I'm tired, but not wiped out.  Also I tried out a GU gel about an hour into it - thanks for everyone's advice on that as well.  They have a weird mouth feel, but I did feel a bit more energized about 10 minutes later, and had no digestive upsets from it. 

    So all my worries were for nothing, and I set a new personal distance record today.  I gotta learn not to psyc myself out like that.  Cool

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  • 301724
    301724 Member Posts: 478
    edited February 2013

    NatsFan - Galloway program isn't just for when you can't run any longer. Many athletes find they run *faster* by building in walk breaks on a regular basis!

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  • Member_of_the_Club
    Member_of_the_Club Member Posts: 3,646
    edited February 2013

    Sharon, I'm very careful about rest days -- I run 5 days a week. I've run two marathons, badly. But I was in the mode for lots of mileage when I "cut back" to half marathons. Since my long runs are between 10 and 16 miles, (my weekly mileage is between 25 and 38 miles) unless I'm tapering or recovering, the 13.1 mile distance doesn't phase me. Last fall I ran half marathons a week apart and PRed the second one. I've pretty much been running all the half marathons in my area. I saw the Nike one and thought it was outrageously expensive so I didn't sign up, and signed up for the Irongirl on the same day. I think if I wasn't running so many half marathons I wouldn't balk at the price, but with all the ones I sign up for it does add up.



    I agree, Natsfan (and wasn't this past year a great one for our Nats?) that if you are going to take walk breaks you should build them in from the beginning and not wait until you run out of steam. The most important thing is pacing. Take it even slower than you feel you have to. It took me a long time to learn that lesson. Its better to end faster than to start faster. Also, I assume you're taking your gel with water. Its an absolute necessity.

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  • goldlining
    goldlining Member Posts: 1,178
    edited February 2013

    I did 5K on the dreadmill today. Running pace creeping up (just under 11.2 mins/mi). Still chipping away at returning to my pre-surgery best of about 9.5. I'm a little afraid to go faster and end up losing all my teeth in a belt mishap. On the bright side, my walking pace is maintaining at 13.5 min/mi which is the secret to knocking out halfs without training! The lighter shoes are working out pretty comfortably. My walking intervals in the last 1/3 were mainly due to the boredom rather than physical fatigue from running. Wish it wasn't so rotten outside.

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  • 301724
    301724 Member Posts: 478
    edited February 2013

    Ran outdoors today - 37 degrees and melting snow - 6 miles. Took off my fleece the second half and ran in short sleeves! Spring is on the way:-)

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  • MMTOMH
    MMTOMH Member Posts: 127
    edited February 2013

    SharonLC-I found a new program that is training for a half, soooooo...I tried that out today.  The first day is walk 2 miles, run 1 mile, speed-walk 2 miles.  Took me 1:16, average of 15 min/mile.  I thought that was decent since I've been sitting on my can for 2 weeks! Wink  I am a slow runner anyway, but it felt good to get out there and get going again.  I like that this program works in cross training, so I will probably bike and swim on those days.  Week one logs 13 miles, and my average to this point has been 9-10, so we will see how it goes.  If I need to repeat weeks, I will.  I appreciate the support and you making me be accountable!

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  • SharonLC
    SharonLC Member Posts: 53
    edited February 2013

    MMTOMH ... Yeah!!! You exceeded the accountablilty and now you're training for a half, WAY TO GO!!

    NatsFan ... Congrats on your distance, beautiful day, too ... it's nice when everythings lines out perfectly!

    Member ... Thanks for the info, I want to continue doing halfs but since Florida gets so hot/humid, they all tend to be around the same dates. Planning on trying to schedule a few for this fall/winter at least 3 weeks apart and then do one marathon in February and stick with halfs after that.

    Goldlining ...  I hope the weather in your area improves for you soon so you can get back outdoors ... your time will come down, keep at it! I'm going to try do the Wine and Dine HM, too ... I hope I'm lucky enough to get in. I've marked the registration date on my calender, so we'll see soon.

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  • firstcall
    firstcall Member Posts: 499
    edited February 2013

    I think my running is progressing pretty well.  I have my weekly mileage over 40 miles now, and I'm swimming regularly to help with the arm/lymphedema.  Did hill work today, followed by a swim.   Thinking I'm on track to at least finish Boston.   One little problem tho.....trouble in the water works, which my MO thinks might be related to my chemo.  Preliminary tests show a small bladder tumor, and it looks like I'll be having surgery to clear that up.   I don't know what this means for the marathon, but I'll keep running.  

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  • MMTOMH
    MMTOMH Member Posts: 127
    edited February 2013

    Prayers for you firstcall...what a bum deal!  I know from experience that the training helps in so many ways.  

    SharonLC-yes, felt good and I did a half hour hard on the bike at lunch today, then strength training with my hubbie at the gym-WOW all this "work" on my chest has sure stolen my strength, but it was good to get in there and go through the motions.  Tomorrow's plan is a quick 1 mile run---looking forward to that!

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  • groovygirls
    groovygirls Member Posts: 223
    edited February 2013

    So many new faces! Welcome!

    I am borderline panic mode. There are 7 more weeks until Boston. I live in NH and have nothing but snow and more snow on the ground. I usually do long runs on the weekends because I don't work weekends and we get more snow snow snow- last week one foot! I have been watching season three of Downton Abby- can't escape there either- I don't want to give it away in case some have not watched it. The tendonitits in my knee is flairing up. I hope it stays at a dull roar for a few more weeks.

    I am not a fast runner. I am hoping just to finish Boston and not make a fool out of myself.

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  • firstcall
    firstcall Member Posts: 499
    edited February 2013

    MM  -  thank you 

    gg - yes it is down to crunch time for Boston.  The snow is a huge challenge for getting in the long runs.  I hope it clears soon.  Are there any options, like a track or something.  I know a long run on the track isnt as fun, but its better than not running.  I have great running weather here, I'm just trying to figure out how having surgery before Boston is going to factor in. 

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  • groovygirls
    groovygirls Member Posts: 223
    edited February 2013

    I am supposed to do 8 miles today and in typical New England weather it is raining, snowy, and icy! Hello tread mill!

    47 more days to go!!!!

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  • groovygirls
    groovygirls Member Posts: 223
    edited February 2013

    46 more days!

    I did all 8 miles on the treadmill- it was tough and so boring. Any ideas on how to get thru 16 miles? This is what I have to do this weekend.

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  • 301724
    301724 Member Posts: 478
    edited February 2013

    Put a good movie on. It helps the time fly by.

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  • firstcall
    firstcall Member Posts: 499
    edited February 2013

    a good movie helps....maybe mix it up a little .. you could vary the speed and incline a little....some kind of pattern...Its hard to do that kind of long run on a treadmill.   But then people who do marathons are not known for choosing the easy path. 

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  • goldlining
    goldlining Member Posts: 1,178
    edited March 2013

    Sorry to read your latest medical developments, firstcall. Hoping that the next steps will lead to the easiest possible path and you won't miss much road time.

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  • firstcall
    firstcall Member Posts: 499
    edited March 2013

    goldlining....thank you.  I was hoping this year would be my 'easier' year.....but it has its challenges.  I'm scheduled for surgery this coming Wed.  I hope this new tumor is benign, and I hope to stay on track for Boston.  I'll run 2 1/2 hours this Sat for my long run, but I'm not sure about the following Saturday, since I'll only be a couple of days out from my surgery.  Just have to see how it goes. 

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  • groovygirls
    groovygirls Member Posts: 223
    edited March 2013

    I wish you speedy recovery, firstcall. I hope we can have our own little meetup in Boston with Roan.

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  • Annette47
    Annette47 Member Posts: 957
    edited March 2013

    Hoping for good news for you firstcall and good luck to those running in Boston!

    Still haven't started back running yet - between the fatigue and now very sore boob (even when strapped snugly into a sportsbra) just hasn't been happening, but I have my last rads treatment on Monday and am looking forward to getting back out there as soon as I can.   In the meantime I can live vicariously by reading what you all have been up to .... although the long treadmill runs aren't making me jealous in the slightest, LOL.   I have a treadmill, but I am not a fan of it at all.

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  • Member_of_the_Club
    Member_of_the_Club Member Posts: 3,646
    edited March 2013

    I envy those of you who can run on a treadmill.  Anything over 2 or 3 miles and I die inside, even with some kind of entertainment. I will run outside in almost any conditions to avoid the dreadmill.

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  • Katlou
    Katlou Member Posts: 27
    edited March 2013

    Hi ladies! I ran across this thread while I was searching for helpful input for training while undergoing radiation.  I am a new runner.  The day before I knew that had cancer, I lost my mind and joined several co-workers in signing up for the Myrtle Beach Diva half-marathon in April!  Our group training scheduled started at the end of December.  Since I've never run before, and since I had my surgery on Jan. 4, I am already way behind the 8 ball.  Now radiation has me a bit fatigued.  Do you have any suggestions on how to keep the energy levels up?  Are any of you running this race?  Thanks!

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  • firstcall
    firstcall Member Posts: 499
    edited March 2013

    groovy - how did the long run go?  And yes, we will have to meet up at Boston - maybe at Athelete's village, if we can figure out how to do that in a crowd that size.  I think Roan's husband is running too.  And we might have others who haven't let it be known. 

    I did my long run yesterday.  I ran according to time, not distance.  I did 2:30 and it was on a hilly path.  Managed to get 14+ miles in.  Next week I'm scheduled to run 2:45.  I'm not sure how that will go since I have surgery on Wed.  I asked my surgeon about running and it was suggested that I take a couple of days off.  So I'm thinking I'm going to do my long run Sat after a couple days off. 

    Katlou - welcome!  Sorry you have to be here.  I think the radiation will bring some fatigue no matter what.  Regular rest, keeping up your exercise and a good diet, are probably the best bet to dealing with the fatigue. 

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  • goldlining
    goldlining Member Posts: 1,178
    edited March 2013

    Katlou, welcome to the happiest thread on BCO. Lots have been where you are. My 2c is to just take your energy levels as you find them and enjoy the run for what it is. You want to do the Half, that's perfectly feasible - you're just not going to win, but they have enough medals for everybody. Walk when you have to and focus on how great it is to be there. There will be time to go for a better pace when you're on the other side of your rads.

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  • Katlou
    Katlou Member Posts: 27
    edited March 2013

    Thanks for the welcomes and the encouragement!  I love your thinking.  I was getting freaked out about the race being 8 weeks away and my stamina getting worse, but you are so right.  The last place finisher gets the same medal as the winner.  I just don't want the van to escort me off the course!  I will focus on healthy eating - tomorrow.  It is unfortunate that my neighbor delivered our 5 boxes of Girl Scout cookies today.

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  • SharonLC
    SharonLC Member Posts: 53
    edited March 2013

    Welcome to all that are new Smile

    Firstcall ... I hope your surgery goes very well this week and you will be able to run Boston!

    I recently ran a 5K and pulled a groin muscle in my right leg ... did HM injury free and a 5K got me Cry ... I really felt uncomfortable pain around the 2 miles, but not enough to make me stop, so I finished the race ... 4 hours later, I was limping ... guess the endorphines wore off at that time. I'm going to the Dr next Monday just to confirm what I suspect ... from what I read online, I will probably not be able to walk fast, jog or run for at least 2 weeks. I am going to rest and nurse it until pain free, which is probably good at this time anyways ... 5 more RADs left this week then I start Tamoxifen afterwards. I've been feeling overly tired for the last week and peeling got worse this weekend ... time to get everything healed completely and then start planning races again.

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