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Realistic goal???

ellen814 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:05:36 GMT

I'm a 51 yr. old female fairly new to running - about 2 years. I don't consider myself a strong runner but I love it and like to set goals for myself. I've been running maximum 10K and have already completed 1 race- at 10K and several at 5K - 10K is not easy for me. My "dream" would be to run in the NY Marathon next year. Is this a realistic goal for someone my age and fitness level? I checked out the beginner marathon program on cool running and it seems way too fast for me. Can anyone please offer any advice, suggestions, or even tell me .....forget about it.....?

what do you do with your top while running

FeelsSoGood2 — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:31:20 GMT

It has started to get chilly in the mornings here and when I head out for my am run I need a pullover. However, once I get going , it gets hot quickly. What does everyone do wih the added piece of clothing after they take it off while you are out on a run. Also, what's the best thing out there to put your keys and cell phone/mace etc in. I hate carrying stuff with me, but sometimes on long runs it's a matter of safety. I cannot imagine wearing a belt...are there ones out there that are less of a nuisance?

need speedwork advice..

psyninma — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:22:04 GMT

Hi, im 43 years old male, started running again since July/2009, i average 10-20 miles per week, my long run is 7 miles right now.

i want to focus on training for 800/1600 m runs.

i like to do track work on Sunday, im thinking doing 800/400/200 for 2 sets

my last track work of 6X200m and 2X400m really beat up my calves,and couln't walk right for 3 days.

i like my time to be like 3:00-3:10/1:20-1:25/30-32

so total would be 2800m or 1 3/4 mile

is this too fast or too much for a weekly base of about 12-15 miles?

i wear Adidas powerweb top/short,Adidas Meteor track shoes or Asics Hyperspeed 3 for track work.

your running mantra

Tamalina — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:27:00 GMT

When you are on long runs (or races for that matter) and it's getting tough - either you are physically getting tired or mentally exhausted - what do you say to yourself to keep yourself in the game, keep pushing yourself and finish strong? Do you have a phrase you repeat in your head for motivation; do you have some kind of an uplifting conversation with yourself?

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50 Plus Training and Racing - November

fred-urie — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 16:05:36 GMT

Go Euphy.

July Boomer Miles™

MustangSally066 — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 16:59:00 GMT

...The Guest Host Edition.

July. Barefoot, bare-chested, barely functioning, send us your miles, blessing each one because it wasn't run while wearing a toque, gloves, mittens, crampons, and a wind mask.

Be sure to post:
1. your total mileage for the month (indicate if this was a PR)
2. any race PR’s (include distance and time)

Revised June numbers

(incorporating late posters)
total 12508.7
average 122.6
median 114.1
N 102

Original thread is here[/URL" target="_blank">

Background for newcomers: At the end of each month, Boomers are required by the National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations[/URL" target="_blank"> to note how many miles (or kilometers) they have run that month. Don’t ask why; there is no substitute. You must be 40+ years old and run or walk at least 1 mile to be eligible. Sorry, only running and walking numbers are counted. Figuring out a way to incorporate cross-training numbers would cause my head to explode. The deadline is midnight EST on the 2nd of the new month. The numbers are tallied and posted (usually on the 3rd) in a simple analysis that includes various awards, serious and silly. No matter how few or how many miles you have, please post! Every mile is an accomplishment. Final, revised numbers that incorporate late-comers will be reported with next month’s announcement. However, late posters are not eligible for awards and will be subject to screening for ethical, educational, and professional fitness according to the standards of practice applicable at the time of posting.

Please be gentle with your guest hostess: she is working with an unfamiliar spreadsheet and must resist all temptation to automate it into a .NET-driven online wonder with chrome and sparkly bits.

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50 Plus Training and Racing - December

fred-urie — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 18:08:59 GMT

Friday - 1 hour easy running @ 35F

Saturday - running 1 hr., basketball 2 hours

Sunday - 1 hour of running with 1 sub 6 min. mile @ 34F

Monday - running 1 hour (HR 84 to 97), basketball 2 hours

boomer hartford marathon/half thread

mcsolar99 — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 03:44:00 GMT

just finished reservations and race entry.

i'll be running the half. no gels required.

redemption for '06 sought at the 50% level. i'll be smiling at brunch this time for sure.

May - 50 Plus Training and Racing

fred-urie — Sat, 02 May 2009 16:51:39 GMT

May 1 - Run 1.5 hours, walk 5.5 hours.

May 2 - Run 3 hours , walk 1.5 hours.

No injuries from the extra walking, and I moved my long run to 3 hours.

50 Plus Training and Racing - October

fred-urie — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:25:09 GMT

Monday - Running 1 Hr., Basketball 2.5 Hr.

Tuesday - Running 1 Hr. Basketball 2 Hr.

Wednesday - Running 8 miles easy @ 50F