#1133

Aye, I know pal. I’m just joshing really. Am in one of those spells where my main motivation is being pissed off with myself for slipping though.

Very irritating year for me which started promisingly. Had two half-marathons booked one of which was during crunch at work to ensure I didn’t fall into the same trap I always do of the long shifts and takeaways making my physical and mental health suffer. PB 10k race in January, attacked the Hackney half prep too quickly and fucked my knee for it, fucked my knee further by running the Hackney Half when I should probably have pulled out leading to a long rest period and slipping away from proper prep for Ealing. Very annoyed with myself about the whole thing frankly.

#1134

Aye, same. I generally tend to fall into a routine quite quickly when I get back on it but I also fall out of it way too quickly if that ever routine slips a bit.

#1135

Oh yeah I’m all or nothing. Always have been.
Luckily this last year or so, i’ve been pretty consistent with all other exercise which has never happened before. I’ve only rested for a week or two at most when i’ve been very sick.

I’ve definitely got the bug, thats for sure. Gonna keep on it all winter/xmas too.

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#1136

I have no running routine, with the exception of Saturday parkruns, so my aim for next year is to run more often and more consistently. I have upped the amount I run massively this year, but so much that yet consider myself to actually be a runner.

I want to see if I can do a 7-day (or longer) streak. Nothing major, a couple of 5ks, a 10k and some smaller ones just to keep the streak going. I mentioned this at the weekend, but haven’t actually picked a start day yet. Maybe tomorrow! :laughing::laughing:

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#1137

Do be careful with streak running - keep the “off” days very short and light initially, because your body won’t be used to not having rest days. It can be immensely rewarding though.

#1138

Oh yeah, I’m talking about running to shop for a Yorkie. That sort of thing. 1-2k max.

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#1139

Sounds good.

Incidentally, have we ever discussed Ron Hill’s 52 year streak? That man is an actual genuine legend.

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#1140

Day one of the #7daystreak started this morning, at last. Did a 15 minute “fast” run and covered just over 3k. Planning on parkrun tomorrow, a 10k on Sunday, then a couple of short ones (2/3k) Monday/Tuesday. Then we’ll see how I’m feeling by Wednesday.

Beer festival tonight and drinks with friends tomorrow. I’m fully expecting this streak to die on its arse by Sunday.

#1141

Don’t forget that 1k is enough to count as part of a streak.

#1142

It is, it really is. It just feels so pointless to only do that. But I should definitely consider it.

#1143

Just run to McDonalds is what i’d do. That’s about 1km away from my house.

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#1144

TBF at the beginning of the year, I set myself a rule that 2 miles (roughly 3k) would be my minimum. Tbh, if you’re already a runner, it’s not that hard to keep to it. Just remember your slow days is all.

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#1145

Yep, not McDonalds, but certainly cheese straws from the Co-Op.

#1146

Day 5 of the #7daystreak completed this morning with a slow 3k. Am definitely looking forward to a rest day on Friday now, but I will complete this. Although I guess I must be due a longer run tomorrow now. Dunno. Definitely finishing with a 5k because I’m working from home that day, so have time before work. Don’t know whether to do 5k tomorrow, but just get up earlier. Body will probably say “no”

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#1147

Listen to your body :slight_smile:

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#1148

Think I’m mostly feeling it today because I went out AFTER work yesterday and again this morning. So only 12 hours rest between the two. At least the next two days planned are both mornings, so a bit more recovery time between runs. Plus, they’ll be with the missus, so her slower pace.

I CAN DO THIS!!

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#1149

I did run in yesterday so no need for ridicule. Was a bit fucking bleak though tbh, got a bit light-headed around 3k in which was worrying so walked a bit until it cleared and then finished up.

The plaster has been ripped off now though at least.

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#1150

Love Ron Hill, he turns up to my local Parkrun sometimes.

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#1151

Probably going to signup to this local trail half marathon in February again:

http://northernrunningguide.com/race/stockport-trail-half-marathon

It’ll be good to have something to aim for after Christmas. I’ve run this the past couple of years and it’s always been a good atmosphere. Think I actually prefer smaller local races. Would love to get under 95 mins this year!

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#1152

got a shin splint since about a week and a half ago so I can barely fucking jog for the bus :face_with_symbols_over_mouth: