tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364062761827224922.post4835572544637372108..comments2023-09-22T07:20:54.259-05:00Comments on The Active Joe: More Road Time But Less Miles Can Be Frustrating!Libby Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909833677711055107noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364062761827224922.post-73763045883923653562010-02-04T14:41:27.976-06:002010-02-04T14:41:27.976-06:00Thanks, all!
* "Wanger" makes a great ...Thanks, all! <br />* "Wanger" makes a great point too! <br />* Joe, thanks for finding my blog and adding a comment. <br />* Quix, I actually did the same thing for getting faster all through the hot Texas summer last year and it did help a lot, took about 12 minutes off my half time. It taught my internal engines to get in tune with the pace ie cardio and pulmonary systems. This is a different method I'm trying because I noticed that the first method only got me so far and then it was coming down to tired legs 8 miles into a race.<br /><br />Everyone, I truly do appreciate the comments. This blog is so helpful for me to talk out what I'm thinking so every run can teach me a lesson, and your comments help immensely!<br /><br />Happy Running!Libby Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15909833677711055107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364062761827224922.post-72453878353886023802010-02-03T16:35:35.474-06:002010-02-03T16:35:35.474-06:00Not only that, but my friend Derek has a theory th...Not only that, but my friend Derek has a theory that slower runners are also working harder from a "time on feet" aspect. In other words, just walking around at the mall for 2 1/2 hours is way more tiring than walking for 1 1/2 ... so automatically a 2:30 half-marathon is way tougher than the race for the person running 1:30. :-)Wangerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09693162604499013030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364062761827224922.post-37214541894983363512010-02-03T16:11:11.627-06:002010-02-03T16:11:11.627-06:00Being a runner is funny. On one hand, I large par...Being a runner is funny. On one hand, I large part of this world thinks you are crazy for running a half marathon (or 3!). On the other hand, there are always people doing more than you are, or running faster. I consider myself a decent runner, but I know if my brother decided tomorrow to run a marathon, he would beat my PR the first time out! Frustrating.<br /><br />What we as runner's must keep telling ourselves is that we are only competing against the runner we were yesterday. As long as we keep lacing them up and achieving OUR goals, we are successful. Keep running. I'm glad I stumbled upon your blog this week!Joehttp://www.middleagedathlete.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364062761827224922.post-36016524856001347282010-02-02T16:42:15.852-06:002010-02-02T16:42:15.852-06:00You rock! The only way to get faster is to keep a...You rock! The only way to get faster is to keep at it. I don't think running a half in 2.5 hours is any less of an accomplishment than running it faster - you still did all those miles!<br /><br />Honestly, I'm making HUGE strides in decreasing my pace by doing less running overall, but every mile is pushing the pace HARD. I only run 3x per week (and NEVER on consecutive days), but each workout pushes me to the limit. It works for me better than slogging through a bunch of miles where my legs just felt tired on each one. Then again, some people say they just don't feel right unless they're running most days, so different strokes for different folks.Quixhttp://www.adjustedreality.com/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364062761827224922.post-84272524862489019062010-02-02T15:26:07.727-06:002010-02-02T15:26:07.727-06:00Congratulations on a great running streak, Libby! ...Congratulations on a great running streak, Libby! Like you, if I plan a 10 mile run, that will be 2 hours of my time. I use the MacMillan calculator to determine how fast my training run and long run paces should be. I usually run 10-10:20 minute miles at races, 11:00 minute miles in training runs, and 12:00 minute miles for the long runs. In addition to my turtle-like pace, I have 3 kids (ages 5, 4, and 2) to take care of, so time is precious. <br /><br />You're doing a great job, keep up the good work!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364062761827224922.post-89862124879960381462010-02-02T15:15:49.270-06:002010-02-02T15:15:49.270-06:00You have some amazingly good points here. I'l...You have some amazingly good points here. I'll admit to being one of those faster people you refer to, but I also recognize the ability that YOU have, which is a lot of fortitude, desire, and determination. You have a TWO year old, and getting yourself out running with a toddler's demands is HARD. I'm bowing down to you, my dear, for making the effort!!!Larahttp://www.saturdaymorningzen.comnoreply@blogger.com