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Post by macdiver on Mar 15, 2024 14:54:26 GMT
Sorry to read about your friend's passing. Sad stuff and unfortunately events we're going to have to increasingly experience as we age. On a much more fun note, I've participated in a few murder mystery dinner nights and they've all been a lot of fun. Thanks. It was a fun night. We got the suspect right but the solution wrong. Actually after we turned in our answer I realized we had it wrong and what the right answer was. There was a clue that said "the last clue is fake". So we assumed the final clue was fake. I realized that it really meant the previous clue was fake and the final clue was the solution. There were other clues that pointed to the final clue being correct which we didn't understand how both clues could be right. That is what made me realize the different interpretation of "the last clue" being the previous clue not the final clue. As always a minute late and a dollar short. The one couple who were at our table are friends with our neighbor but do not live in the neighborhood but are local. When they get there and we are doing introductions he looks at me and goes "wait you are the barefoot runner guy". I drive by you almost every morning. Keeping to that theme, as I ran by one of the original farmsteads this morning, the farmer was on the porch. This is a different farm from the one who waves to me each morning. This guy waves and says something like encouraging like looking good. I wave back then he says something which I couldn't quite hear so I stopped and crossed the street and walked up toward his house. What he said was "Ah, now I know spring is here you are running in shorts again." We spoke for a few minutes about how they see me running barefoot all around the area. He had a huge chest and arms. I said something about he must workout and he said he uses the elliptical and bike at the gym mostly and does a little strength work for his back and legs. Then he says the arms and chest are from bailing hay and farming but he is trying to reduce his size and also how much work he does on his farm due to age, hip, back, and shoulder issues. Garmin stats are 6.2 miles in 56:27 for an avg pace of 9:06.
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Post by shamie on Mar 15, 2024 16:49:19 GMT
My brother was talking to me about the running shoes he bought. I told him, I know this guy who runs marathons barefoot. He said, running shoes are one of the best inventions of the 20th century. Sorry about your friend. Yes. while having your life end of old age on a cruise is a good way to leave the world.
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Post by macdiver on Mar 16, 2024 14:06:02 GMT
I have to say I am loving this weather. Sunny and upper 40's when I leave for my run which means a thin long sleeve shirt, shorts, and gloves. Yesterday I had to pull my sleeves up but today I left them down for the whole run. My hands get cold so I still need the gloves.
Once my wife gets up we are going to go to Baldpate for a hike. This will give her a chance to see how she will do hiking in Utah next month on vacation. I just don't know what shoes I'm going to wear. I don't want to get my daily sneakers muddy. Originally I figured I would hike in my running sandals but I need to wait for my new straps to arrive. I guess I will wear my yard work sneakers which are pretty old and worn out. It won't matter if they get muddy.
I did the hill loop this morning. 7.33 miles in 1:08:40 for an avg pace of 9:22. I did this as a progressive run with the hills being at the end and the fastest part. Splits were 10:13, 9:40, 9:32, 9:48, 8:44, 8:40, and 8:34. I slowed to a 10+ pace for the last 1/3 mile for my cool down.
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Post by phillydude on Mar 16, 2024 14:42:11 GMT
Funny how we sometimes don't realize that people observe us on our daily activities and take note. I've had a few townsfolk mention that they have seen me (or not) now that I am out and about again. One of the comforts of neighborhood life in rural (and subruban) America.
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Post by seltzer on Mar 16, 2024 21:58:58 GMT
A remembrance from about 25 years ago. During the warm weather months I would often run by an ice cream truck situated in a local park, but never stopped to buy anything until one time when wifey and I were walking in said park and decided to treat ourselves. The guy took one look at me and said, "You're the running dude."
The mirror image of being personally being recognized due to running is that from a relatively long distance I can identify local runners due to their style although I've never met any of them. One such encounter, so to speak, happened yesterday as I was driving and a woman was running toward me. Before she was close enough for me to get a good look at her face I knew who she was.
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Post by macdiver on Mar 17, 2024 0:09:33 GMT
My brother was talking to me about the running shoes he bought. I told him, I know this guy who runs marathons barefoot. He said, running shoes are one of the best inventions of the 20th century. A lot of people would agree with your brother. Thanks Funny how we sometimes don't realize that people observe us on our daily activities and take note. I've had a few townsfolk mention that they have seen me (or not) now that I am out and about again. One of the comforts of neighborhood life in rural (and subruban) America. With your radio interviews and commercials you will become even more visible in your community. Hopefully that will help your business grow. A remembrance from about 25 years ago. During the warm weather months I would often run by an ice cream truck situated in a local park, but never stopped to buy anything until one time when wifey and I were walking in said park and decided to treat ourselves. The guy took one look at me and said, "You're the running dude." The mirror image of being personally being recognized due to running is that from a relatively long distance I can identify local runners due to their style although I've never met any of them. One such encounter, so to speak, happened yesterday as I was driving and a woman was running toward me. Before she was close enough for me to get a good look at her face I knew who she was. Funny story about the ice cream guy. There are definitely runners in RB that I recognize from either the front or rear because of their form or movement pattern. I'm sure with or without shoes the same would be for me.
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Post by phillydude on Mar 17, 2024 12:58:47 GMT
Perhaps my point was missed in the delivery... it's not that people "know" you based on your activities... it's that you took the time to engage with that person who "recognized" you. That's what I admired. There are many places and situations in this world where that kind of behavior is no longer appreciated or even accepted.
My comment was more that the reason I know that people "know" me is because I received that information first hand from the source, rather than (as many people do) assuming that everyone "knows" me. The answer to the question of "I wonder what XXX thinks of me" is "What makes you think that person is thinking of you at all?"
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Post by macdiver on Mar 17, 2024 16:56:28 GMT
Perhaps my point was missed in the delivery... it's not that people "know" you based on your activities... it's that you took the time to engage with that person who "recognized" you. That's what I admired. There are many places and situations in this world where that kind of behavior is no longer appreciated or even accepted. My comment was more that the reason I know that people "know" me is because I received that information first hand from the source, rather than (as many people do) assuming that everyone "knows" me. The answer to the question of "I wonder what XXX thinks of me" is "What makes you think that person is thinking of you at all?" You are correct, I did not get that message. I took away just that people see you when you are doing stuff. Today was my long run. I put together in my head what I figured would be about 15 miles. I tried to map it on mapmyrun but was having trouble with that app so I figured it would be anywhere from 13 to 17 so I would be good. It turned out to be almost exactly 15 miles. I have run each section before as separate routes but never put it together this way. I knew one of the roads is not barefoot friendly so I took my sandals and some moleskin. I reached that road at mile 9 so I put the sandals on. I ran a few feet and knew immediately that I would need moleskin over the tender spot for my left foot. I should have put it on the right foot then but didn't. At mile 12 ish I had to add some to the right foot. Those spots seem to be fine on both feet. Garmin stats are 15.14 miles in 2:40:48 for an average pace of 10:37.
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Post by macdiver on Mar 19, 2024 21:30:08 GMT
I did a 5k this morning. My left hamstring was still pretty tight. I will be foam rolling and doing some mobility stuff the next few days. I'll probably just do 5k runs until it it better. I would rather have a low mileage week and not get let this become a real injury. Garmin stats are 3.11 miles in 30:12.
In January when I was getting the snowblower out, the battery on my mower was dead. I had to push the mower out of the way to get to the snow blower. I put the battery on a charger over the weekend. This morning it said it was fully charged but the mower would not even attempt to turn over. I was planning to mow the front yard tonight. I am going to buy a new battery and get it installed tonight. If that works I will mow the backyard at lunch tomorrow and mow the front yard on Thursday morning before leaving for my wine gathering this weekend. I can't believe I have to mow already. It seems like a month early.
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Post by macdiver on Mar 20, 2024 12:29:37 GMT
My left hamstring was fine all day yesterday when I wasn't running. Up and downstairs, working on the mower, etc no issues. Even when running it didn't hurt it was just tight and my left leg didn't feel like it was turning over properly. This morning my right calf was really sore, not just tight but it hurt to walk and was sore to the touch. I did some rolling on both legs, some hip / leg mobility stuff, and eccentric calf lowers. Everything felt better so I headed out for a 5k. While running the left hamstring was tight, again no pain but tight. The right calf felt alright but around the 1/2 mile point I realized I was really feeling the run in my right knee. I don't know if it was from the calf or my right leg compensating for the left hamstring. So I turned around and just ran home. I want to first keep my run streak going and second be healthy at the start of my race. Once I am recovered I will go back to my training plan but for now just keeping the streak going with easy 1 milers and recovery will be more important.
Garmin stats are 1.14 miles in 13:14 for an avg pace of 11:39.
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Post by phillydude on Mar 20, 2024 13:53:22 GMT
I also have been mowing the lawn already... and my friend who did the grass last summer texted me this morning asking if I was going to need his help this year (I noticed that he was working on his mowers over the past few days as I walked past his house). Hope your battery issue is solved.
Sorry to hear you are feeling a few tweaks and twinges. I am confident that you will recover... you know what you are doing. I was actually worried that we hadn't heard from you for a couple days.
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Post by shamie on Mar 20, 2024 15:30:59 GMT
I thought we had similiar weather here as you have. But here the grass hasn't grown yet (it barely is green), and the trees have no blossoms yet. The only exception I have seen are some trees with pink flowers, but I have no idea what type of trees they are.
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Post by seltzer on Mar 21, 2024 12:34:22 GMT
Sorry to read about your aches; I know it's frustrating, but it sounds as if you have a good mental and physical plan to overcome and subsequently achieve your longer term goals.
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Post by macdiver on Mar 21, 2024 17:58:40 GMT
I also have been mowing the lawn already... and my friend who did the grass last summer texted me this morning asking if I was going to need his help this year (I noticed that he was working on his mowers over the past few days as I walked past his house). Hope your battery issue is solved. Sorry to hear you are feeling a few tweaks and twinges. I am confident that you will recover... you know what you are doing. I was actually worried that we hadn't heard from you for a couple days. A new battery was all that was needed. The old battery was at least 10 years old. I was on borrowed time. Thanks about the legs. What I really need to do is some cross training on a bike and get into a strength training routine. I don't see that happening but it would give my legs a rest. I thought we had similiar weather here as you have. But here the grass hasn't grown yet (it barely is green), and the trees have no blossoms yet. The only exception I have seen are some trees with pink flowers, but I have no idea what type of trees they are. North Jersey tends to get a little more snow than us. Also I have noticed that North Jersey is a week or two behind us most springs and likewise a week or two ahead of us in the fall for leaves. Sorry to read about your aches; I know it's frustrating, but it sounds as if you have a good mental and physical plan to overcome and subsequently achieve your longer term goals. Thanks. What I am working on is giving myself some time. This morning I did 1 mile on the treadmill. Everything felt good so I briefly considered doing a 5k but realized that I should stop. I go through this in the spring. I think it is switching between the treadmill and outdoors. Previous years this is when I get a bad case of Achilles tendinopathy. This year my Achilles is fine so far it is just the right calf and left hamstring. I am at my Dionysian Gathering which starts in a few minutes. My wife decided not to come this year since we have a vacation in a couple of weeks. As I was packing this morning I found that the dress shoes that I wear with my tux had disintegrated. They were patent leather with the fake shine and that is what had peeled off. I hadn't worn them in a couple of years. I had to stop on my way here to buy a new pair. I prefer to wear wing tipped oxfords with my tux but could only find a cap toe. These do not have the fake shine so I can polish them and hopefully they will last longer.
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Post by seltzer on Mar 21, 2024 21:20:42 GMT
Enjoy the gathering and thumbs up for making the conservative running decision so soon after your twinges. Mentally difficult at the moment, I'm sure, but big picture-wise likely the proper one.
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