2013 Running Thread

Fritoz, yes, just keep running

I ran all thru rads w/no problem.  Everyone is different, we know that. It was 10 years ago and I was laid off work so I didn't feel the tiredness that a lot of people do have, so I just kept running to keep me sane and keep those happy endorphins in my system!

Firstcall, ouch....Yes, good attitude, this too shall pass.

Luv to all!

Firstcall - Ouch is right! I hope you can heal in time - Hopkinton is waiting for you!  You too GroovyGirls - still in awe that you met him. 

Fritoz - I have the same questions myself (have not yet started).  Do keep us posted if you feel comfortable doing so.  I've signed up for a 10K next month as motivitation, but everyone is wired differently; one person's motivation is another person's stressor. 

Lewing - Track workouts - you go!   And I am sending that link to many of my running friends.  Hilarious.

SharonLC - how goes the pool?

Lovestorun - I answered Fritoz's question in the radiation forum, but I don't know if she saw it, and since you asked I'll repost my response here:

I ran through the first two weeks of rads, then came down with bronchitis so did nothing for the next week or so .   Still was coughing too much after that to run for yet another week, but did go back to long (45 minutes or so) walks with the dogs.  By then, which was the last two weeks of rads, my breast did get really swollen to the point where even with double sports bras running was just too uncomfortable.   I went for my first post-rads run over this past weekend, which was 2 weeks out from finishing.  

I did have a fair amount of fatigue, but have found that exercise doesn't really make it any worse as long as you keep doing what you are used to (as opposed to trying to up your speed or mileage).   Either way I remained fatigued.   For me it was mostly the bronchitis that derailed me as I could have kept running for at least the first 4 weeks or so of rads without that.   The swelling was an issue though, but that doesn't happen to everyone.   On the flip side though, I never got any skin irritation so I guess it's always something.

I will say that despite not running at all for about 6 weeks, it really wasn't bad getting back into it - I think if the weather holds up and I can get back into a regular routine, I should be back to my regular mileage (12-16) in a week or two, so if you do end up needing a break, don't worry - this too will pass!    Just do what you can, even if it is just walking.

" And I tripped over a duck in the dark.  But it was a great run."

I love your mindset!  Go Firstcall go!

Yeah for healing feet and incentives to keep going

I have completed 2 of my c25k sessions. (Week1)

I am working nights and have class. Thurs and Fri. Hoping to get session3 in by fri evening or sat morning.

You all have. Completely gotten me stoked for this. Although I am very hesitant to sign up for an actual 5k just yet. Want to see where I am in a month.

Ty for the encouragement

will return for more.

(((Hugs)))

Thanks LuvLuLu, Linda and Firstcall for the good Tamoxifen reports.

Sandpiper1 good to read that you started C25K ... keep on going

Fritoz I ran through 5.5 weeks of Rads then got injured the last week of it (not because of Rads, just plain old stupidity) ... ran a HM race in the middle of it ... no major SE just skin redness and then peeling. Some can continue on, some can't ... just do what your body is telling you to do and I hope you have success today ... first steps again are the hardest. I felt continuing to run gave me energy, clear head with something else to focus on.

Lovestorun still waiting for the belt to arrive to keep me afloat before trying the water running ... will let you all know how it goes once I try ... hopefully it will come soon.

Linda - that's a great Dad ... love to hear stories like that!

Firstcall - glad the foot is improving.   I like to run in the rain too, although prefer it to be a bit warmer than the freezing mix crap we're on the edge of today.   I'm heading out for a run in a few minutes - hoping it either holds off or misses us entirely!

A friend is trying to convince me to try a 10K in June ... I'm pretty tempted, but a little nervous.   I haven't run more than 4 miles in several years (had to cut back the mileage after spending almost a year getting over plantar fascitis and only worked it back up to 4 miles 3-4 times a week).    

Adey, looks like we are at the same starting point! Yeah.

Lewing, luv the pictoral and especially the story of the running dad.

LOL...on tripping over a duck in the dark. At least you didn't get "goosed" too!

Nats, I have been looking at several of the local 5Ks for May/June and July. The Pittsburgh Marathon has a 5K the Saturday before the actual marathon on Sunday. However, I am going to see if a few of my friends would like to do a smaller run to benefit a worthwhile cause. Being such a newbie I had to figure out what a darn bib was.

I had visions of a lobster bib....digging into shellfish in lieu of running.

So much to learn.

Sorry about your cranky knee Nat. And I hear ya about this darned weather. I am so over the cold and snow.

Happy trails........

AND

"Watch out for that DUCK!"

Congrats on your "anniversary" Firstcall & good luck with your long run tomorrow!

I'll be running with you in spirit (at least for a small part of it, LOL).

Firstcall - You kicked cancer, you kicked shingles and now you've infamously kicked a duck!  A long run has nothing on you!!  Look how far you have come in a year - truly inspirational!

Thanks to all who suggested the Galloway method.  I bought the book and I love it!  As a brand new runner going through rads, I now truly believe that I can do the HM at the end of April.  I keep visualizing myself crossing the finish line and getting my medal and I am stoked!!

I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Kathleen

firstcall-you have looked cancer straight in the face and fought it down!  Take one step at a time, run, jog or walk and finish that run tomorrow.  I know you will accomplish this goal!  You are an inspiration to each of us, thanks for giving us an opportunity to inspire you! 

Hope you had a good run, Firstcall!

I am very proud to say that I ran my whole route (4 miles) for the first time since in about 7 weeks.   Time wasn't even all that bad considering.  Still have some lingering radiation fatigue, but priorities are priorities, right?  So what if I need a nap later, LOL.

Good for you, Firstcall! I had 8 mile long run today (in my ramp up for HM on 6/2). First 5 miles were crazy fast - for me. Feels so good to be back to running and training for a race!