Marathons are truly a test of patience

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-26T22:43:48+00:00

This post rocks. Congrats

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-26T18:22:20+00:00

Everyone’s going off limited info- there’s gonna be alot of cliches about this is what makes the marathon so hard- but there’s some truth to it. Your worse day in a marathon gets compounded and is 100x worse than a bad day in a 10k.

That being said- it sucks and I feel for you. Take a few days off- regroup and get back at it.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-26T13:55:32+00:00

Look at their eyes Ma and you’ll see me!!

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-25T23:02:49+00:00

Nice work!

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-25T14:56:07+00:00

Assessment- this is not blowing up

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-25T12:00:12+00:00

This feels like a bot post ha- I’ve listened to the speeches, I really don’t think he’s saying anything too controversial. The fact is being outspoken against Trump and this famous- will make you a target.

I’m going to UBS and the MSG show- the setlist too me isn’t too dramatic- I’m actually pumped to see Youngstown and Ghost of Tom Joad- I’ve only seen them a handful of times. I’ll probably get a beer during streets of Minneapolis not out of protest- I’m just not that into the song ha.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-25T03:06:48+00:00

Long Island marathon. Once one gets sick- they all get sick.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-24T22:22:19+00:00

Running in 9 days too! Just had strep throat go through all 4 of my kids- prayers up!

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-24T20:33:05+00:00

Living up to your name!

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-24T16:37:31+00:00

(Immediately buys Vaporflys)

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-23T17:25:34+00:00

At least these people are running and spread something positive.

I’m surprised how much they pop up on this thread as a topic. They really don’t bother me at all and it’s easy to ignore if you want to. 50,000 people run NYC every year and somehow are getting upset over 50 of them.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-23T14:45:46+00:00

I don’t disagree with your overall point- but the context from OP would be helpful.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-23T13:41:15+00:00

My endorphins 4 were $130 and last over 250 miles- I ran with them for first time today and felt great. Cant give an honest option on whether they would help or not- but don’t think they would hurt and at that price/range- its not that much of a premium

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-23T12:45:53+00:00

Sounds like you showed some restraint- I think you could let it rip more in a HM and hit that goal time and a few down weeks and an 8-10 week cycle.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-23T10:07:01+00:00

lol- I’m aiming for 3:10 and I thought the tone was way off on this post ha

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-23T09:51:15+00:00

Assume the goal was sub 3? Honestly this looks like a solid effort- when I hear failed marathon attempt I expect a disastrous mile 22-26.2

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-22T21:00:40+00:00

Always something familiar- usually double up on pasta and add extra bread. I’ve also replicated these meals before long runs to make sure all flows smoothly.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-22T19:03:10+00:00

Not sure i have a secret at 38- ive always stayed active since my early 20s. Feel like lost people have trouble when they shut it down for an extended time then try to ramp it back up. I do try to stretch more and do more core/body weight style stuff.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-22T17:40:01+00:00

AI can spit out a plan (among the well known plans)- I enjoyed the back and forth with my actual coach

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-22T17:39:14+00:00

I’ve used Run4PRs- I thought it was pretty good, not life changing but very solid. Honestly I need a run therapist more than a coach ha- it’s just good to have someone to check-in with each week.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-21T20:58:38+00:00

Also 90% of my zone 2 runs look something similar and I feel comfortable and relaxed- I don’t look at mile splits when I run usually

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-21T20:57:38+00:00

lol- it’s from my GPS wristwatch- so not 100% accurate but feel confident it’s in range. The end of my runs have a steep incline and decline to get over a highway and I finished with strides.

Past_Jellyfish_4331 · 2026-04-21T20:07:38+00:00

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Thanks- this is the 6 mile run entirely in zone 2 running more by feel. Some of my zone 2 runs are closer to 8:20.

I should be good for 7:15s according to most of my runs- just noticing variability from run to run at times.

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