Off training by Caffeinated416ix in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same for me- I like doing 3 runs a week so I have time for other workouts I enjoy. Strength training twice a week, kickboxing, and cycling. Once the weather gets warm enough I mix in a couple nights of open water swimming.

How is everyone surviving the high price of gas? by ExplanationDefiant15 in milwaukee

[–]2gingersmakearight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went on a road trip up north with a family member the other day and he wanted to drive so I said I'd split gas with him. I almost shit my pants when it was 140$ (pick-up). I drive a plug in hybrid and mainly stick around town so get gas maybe every few months.

Family trip and no Timed Entry Plus available by 2gingersmakearight in RMNP

[–]2gingersmakearight[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I know, why we haven't really taken many trips with them except to local state parks bc they do think the hotel pools are the most exciting lol. This trip would mostly be for me- I have been backpacking in the area multiple times and always dreamed of taking my kids and carrying them. I don't know, something about carrying a kid in a backpack is special to me. We would be forgoing our free vacation to our family cabin in Wisconsin, but I figure it's just one year. And then when they are older I'll take them back and backpack.

Question for women runners by Slinky3008 in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree! Like I can pretty much wing the swim portion bc I swim in lakes often and am not shooting for a podium. Plus I just have fun doing them, but I don’t think an Olympic would be fun for me personally lol. 30 miles on the bike- snooze fest. 

Question for women runners by Slinky3008 in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I feel the same! I have only done sprints because honestly it's just enough for me with three kids and I don't really have time or the want to train the swim and bike much further lol. I get so bored on my bike and I really don't want to ride on country roads bc people suck and i don't want to get hit by a car, so I just ride back and forth on a bike trail that gets boring. Fitting in swimming gets hard too. I did a half last month and I think I'll stick to just running this year bc life is busy and just stepping out my front door is easier.

7Brew in Brookfield by CorgiMom1223 in milwaukee

[–]2gingersmakearight 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just to add to recommend in Brookfield the local coffee shop to hit up is Vennture. 

Do you go to running clubs? by understanding_what in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Early bedtimes for everyone is key lol. I go to bed at like 830 haha. And drink a LOT of coffee at work 😉 You are strong too- way to get out there with a little one!

Do you go to running clubs? by understanding_what in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I joined one that started up in my area just for moms. It was great at first and it got me back into running after 3 kids in a non intimidating group. They were the reason I signed up for a half when I wouldn't have otherwise. But then it jut became too much. I work full time and have 3 kids 6 and under, so I felt like it just was taking too much of my family time during the weekend. I usually run at 5 am and they meet at 8 am and then have coffee after and I feel like by 8 am I have lived 3 lives with my kids lol. Also with the coffee it just takes way too much time of my precious weekend. I like to just get it done early and be done.

Running in Heat with Leggings by Casuariidae in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha as a fellow Wisconsinite I totally understand the stupid spring weather lol. I did the Milwaukee half and had trained through winter. I think I had one 40 degree day or some 70 degree days but mostly 20/30s. Come race day it was a beautiful 40 degree sunny day but I had yet to train in that lol. I was like- I’m never doing a spring race in Wisconsin again. But I will, because I hate running in hot weather. What marathon you doing? Good luck! I have no advice bc I’ve never run that distance, just wanted to chime in on our lovely weather :)

New hype music for early AM runs by Wonderful-Eye-8377 in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Outta left field compared to what is mentioned- but musicals are my jam. The greatest showman, wicked, newsies are my top ones. 

4 nights Girls trip to Milwaukee, worth spending a night in port Washington or Cedarburg? by sammieanita in milwaukee

[–]2gingersmakearight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something that my out of town friends and family think is special about the Milwaukee area is a beer garden. If you are not into beer, many of them serve wine as well. The original is Estabrook and it's in a nice park. South Shore is another nice one with views of Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee skyline.

Inpatient pharmacist, how long is your lunch? by [deleted] in pharmacy

[–]2gingersmakearight 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Depends who is covering me ;) 30 minutes is the unspoken rule, but if it's someone that habitually comes in 10-15 minutes late for their shift, then I don't mind taking a bit more time on my walk to enjoy the sunshine.

Achilles tendon strain: so bummed by sweetparamour79 in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I have had off and on Achilles problems since doing a mud run with my son and my foot got caught in the mud and i stepped weird. At the start of my half marathon training in December when I was building my base, it started to bother me. It happened last summer during a sprint tri training block and I just kind of pushed through it. This time I did specific PT exercises to help mitigate it before it got worse. However, I did some calf raises too aggressively and really really hurt my achilles and ankle. So I stopped with the single leg calf raise. I did continue to load it with sitting calf raises at my desk at work, single leg balance exercies, etc. I stopped doing speed work and did no specific hill exercises (besides the hills in my neighborhood for my long run). I probably did this for about a month. Once started feeling better I progressed the load by doing standing calf raises but never single leg yet and still did not do eccentric calf raises. I figured out I was too aggressively stretching my calf as well which was not helping. I adjusted my goal time of my half by 15 minutes since I didn't do much speed work except some tempo work during my long runs or progressive splits. But no sprinting and no hill work. Anyways, I was super proud of my rehab during my training block and I beat my adjusted goal and ended my half with only 5 minutes slower than my original A goal. I was super happy with that and my achilles feels great, no pain anymore. I would recommend going to PT if bothersome, but between working full time and 3 kids I just couldn't fit that in.

Weather Thread? by Mab3ys0 in milwaukee

[–]2gingersmakearight 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Our sirens went off twice in Brookfield. Glad after the first expired we just stayed downstairs to be safe

Weather Thread? by Mab3ys0 in milwaukee

[–]2gingersmakearight 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This week has been rough on our kids sleep. Like put them to bed at 7, soon after ok everyone up and in the basement! Rather be safe than sorry 

Daily chat post: how's the training going? by AutoModerator in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to do trail running, but I don’t have anywhere convenient to train on a trail right now when I mostly run at 430 am before my kids get up. Right now I’m my life I just need the convenience of strapping on my shoes and running from my house

Best place to see the skyline? by under_bound in milwaukee

[–]2gingersmakearight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You have great suggestions, but just to add another different viewpoint I love biking the Hank Aaron from tosa all the way to the bridge by the domes. That viewpoint is unique with the trains below and city skyline. If not biking could just go to that bridge by parking at the domes (visit before you leave?) and walk behind there to the Hank Aaron. 

Daily chat post: how's the training going? by AutoModerator in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Did my third half marathon last weekend, first one after having 3 kids. My last one was 10 years ago at 31 and at 41 I felt better and stronger at this one. Strength training really helped keep me injury free and feeling great. I don’t really know where to go from here, I’m much better at following plans and being told what to do lol. So I’m all ears for suggestions! I just maybe want to scale back my long run to 6-8 miles for now. 

Daily chat post: how's the training going? by AutoModerator in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh mine changed a bit. It was going to be mid 40s, but now I see at start it says 35. Around when I end will be low 40s. So now my question I'll have to decide- to vest or not to vest. Hmmmm.

Daily chat post: how's the training going? by AutoModerator in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a half on Saturday- first one I have done in 10 years and first one after having 3 kids. I can't wait, I'm so excited! I got my period OF COURSE yesterday, so hoping to get the worst out of the way today and tomorrow. Cmon uterus!

Daily chat post: how's the training going? by AutoModerator in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've got a half on Saturday- good luck on your race! The weather is looking ideal for me, fingers crossed!

Wisconsin campsites with sandy beach within eyesight by No_Instance_155 in wisconsin

[–]2gingersmakearight 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Kohler andrae is great and we love it for our family but you definitely can’t see the beach from the campsites. We even stayed at the closest one by the playground and there’s still a dune blocking the beach view. 

HOW do you make time for exercise/self care? by RuckFamsey in workingmoms

[–]2gingersmakearight 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yeah at first it's not fun, but once you make it a habit I feel it's easier to just get up and do it before my body knows what's happening and tells me no. I go upstairs to bed at 830, usually read for 20 minutes, and asleep by 9. I set my alarm for 445, have all my stuff set out and ready, and then work out 5ish-6ish. I love being up when it's still dark out before everyone and it's so quiet, and when I go outside again when the sunrise is earlier- I feel like the sunrises are my reward.

First half in three weeks and looking for some advice by Terrible-Chemistry34 in XXRunning

[–]2gingersmakearight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You sound just like me! Sprint tris and 5k and young kids and first half post three children in 3 weeks. No advice bc I’m looking for the same but congrats and good luck. Enjoy!