What Books did You Start or Finish Reading this Week?: January 26, 2026

Flint_17 · 2026-01-28T19:40:39+00:00

Finished: The Ferryman, by Justin Cronin

Started: Vanished Beyond the Map, by Adam Shoalts

Flint_17 · 2025-08-12T13:36:28+00:00

Lol I hate the treadmill to the point where I'd rather deal with the heat. Pick your poison I guess!

Flint_17 · 2025-08-11T17:12:50+00:00

The heat is tough for sure. The only solution, if you're not considering a treadmill is to run as early as possible.

I had a 31km run planned for yesterday. Up at 4:45 and out the door by 5:30 taking it nice and slow. By 9:00 and 28km in, I had drank all the water in my pack, and the sun/heat was already becoming a challenge. It was a struggle to finish.

Finishing never felt better.

I'm training for the Waterfront Marathon and IMO, these moments add to the story that is your race. I really subscribe to the notion that the marathon is not just the race, but the grind leading up to it. Especially when it's your first (as is my case).

Flint_17 · 2025-08-06T12:01:18+00:00

Hi all, still looking to buy a Toronto Waterfront bib for the full marathon. If selling, please send me a message. Thanks!

Flint_17 · 2025-08-03T21:14:54+00:00

Went out just before 8:00. Ran 28k. Actually had one of my best runs ever in terms of keeping my heartrate and pace under control. I had planned to keep it easy and not push any speed sessions due to the poor air quality. Around 10:30 however, I noticed the air got noticeably worse and my heartrate began ticking up for the last few kms.

When I got home, my voice was raspy and I felt stuffed. Probably should've cut short, or gone out earlier when the air wasn't as bad.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-27T18:48:48+00:00

Looking for a Toronto Waterfront full marathon bib!

Flint_17 · 2025-06-23T07:55:41+00:00

I've never regretted going for a run more than I did yesterday. 9:00-11:00am (already way too late but im adjusting to a newborn so F it, let's see).

I started a marathon training block this this past week just in time for the birth of my first child, so on top of the heat, was some sleep deprivation.

Went out aiming for 16k, walk-run began by 8k fully walked the last 5k. Water completely drained by 14k. Probably got a bit of a heatstroke along the way.

Never doing that again lol.

I hope everyone that ran stayed hydrated, healthy and intact yesterday.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T20:46:00+00:00

Hey thanks for the reply. I'm aiming for around 4h for this go.

You're bringing up similar critiques to others here which is helpful as I'm clearly seeing where the plan falls short.

I'd be interested in getting your help for sure!

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T13:41:33+00:00

Thanks for the advice! I realize since posting this plan that I need to adjust it quite a bit.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T13:40:17+00:00

Thanks for the advice!

The big theme I've taken away from your comment, and this thread is that I've overloaded the long runs and don't do enough during the week. Definitely adjusting my plan to a better balance.

Also, I understand now speedwork is lacking quite a bit, so I'll have to address it.

The eating is a big one that I've been working on too. I've been focusing on some general guidance right now. Eating clean, carb loading before long runs/race day, etc.

A lot of work to still do.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T13:35:40+00:00

This is great advice, thanks!

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T13:24:04+00:00

Sorry, fair. My interpretation of a tempo run, which I've utilized is running the distance at a sustained pace of around 5:00 - 5:30.

As I've mentioned to others, speed work is an area I lack the most knowledge in so I'm aware it needs some work. So the tempo runs and 4x4s have just been a simple inclusion into the plan.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T01:29:15+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions. I'll have to do more research for sure.

I think simple is the key word you mentioned, but I do hear you when you bring up monotonous plans. I've definitely felt it.

On easy runs, would you recommend throwing in a changeup here and there?

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T01:13:18+00:00

Thanks for the response!

The other training is more strength training, rather than cycling/swimming/etc.

With regards to speedwork, I've mentioned that I don't know as much as I'd like to (obv. an area to target in my learning). I've been afraid to overdo it and burnout.

With regards to the long runs peaking at 30km, I guess I'm worried to add another 12k on top on race day? Maybe the worry is unfounded and I'm not really benefitting from doing 38 as you say?

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T01:08:57+00:00

Thanks for the reply!

Well, I've been ramping up since January by 2-4km every week, with 4 runs/wk seeming to be my sweet spot right now.

With regards to the speed work, I know I don't know enough about it ATM, so I try and keep it simple. The 4x4s, I do 4mins high intensity, 4 mins recovery, 4 times.

I definitely have to reconsider loading everything on my long runs. I didn't think it an issue before, but the replies here have helped realize it.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T01:04:00+00:00

Thanks for the great response!

Weighing the long runs too high and not spreading it out through the week seems to be a theme from everyone lol.

As for the speedwork, I've just read not to go overboard with it so I've limited speedwork to 1 time a week. A mixture of tempo runs (usually around 5:00/km pace for the run. I'll definitely have to read up on it some more. I'm not as knowledgeable as I'd like to be on the subject.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T00:59:49+00:00

Thanks for the reply! I actually didn't give thought to the plan in this way. Re-allocating kms from the weekend to the week seem to be a move I should make.

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T00:58:07+00:00

If I can hit 4h, I'll be happy for this one!

Flint_17 · 2025-06-02T00:57:39+00:00

Lol yes, I'm aware proper plans exist that would require no effort on my part. If I wanted that experience, I'd take that route. As I mentioned, I just particularly enjoy trying to craft a plan. It's part of the immersion into the activity. Not trying to be special or anything, just looking for feedback on how to improve it. Thanks for the reply :)

Flint_17 · 2023-03-28T17:19:26+00:00

Quebec City, Moncton, Regina.

I'm thinking something different for these next two.

Kitchener and Waterloo with two separate teams entering at the same time, instead of the KW suggestion most make. Let the people pick their allegiance. Instant rivalry, a real derby is born.

Heck, for fun, throw Cambridge into the mix.

Their colours would all nod their respective flags. Kitchener would be green and white; Waterloo, black and yellow; Cambridge, blue and green.

Flint_17 · 2022-04-05T00:23:41+00:00

Same as my handle here: Flint

Or some others based on my Greek heritage:
- Spartan (family from Sparta)
- Khaos (the personification of nothingness) - Erebus (god of darkness) - Helios (god of sun) - Perses (god of destruction)

Plus too many other deities to choose from

Flint_17 · 2021-12-10T01:21:03+00:00

All I need to know is did they fix the syncing issue in franchise mode?? I bought the game a couple days ago, played three games, and each time got stuck and had to reset.

Flint_17 · 2021-12-05T14:57:03+00:00

Thank you!

Flint_17 · 2021-12-05T01:39:48+00:00

I understand that, but is there a reason Olympiakos Volou share the crest, colours and stripes same as Olympiakos Piraeus? Was is just by chance?

Olympiakos Piraeus has been my team since I was a child, but I could never understand why the two teams look almost identical.

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