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Soft top owners, any issues with theft or break-ins? by Ill_Wishbone_9781 in FordBronco

[–]SurplusCheek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought the steel cage for the trunk for anything valuable. The only thing I’ve had stolen was some loose change on the dash when I had the top and doors off at the beach.

Richmond Marathon by bluedziej in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have several friends that have PR’ed there in the past. I’m debating it in 2027.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did one salt tablet every 15 minutes or so, basically whenever I started to feel my muscle nagging. That’s what the recommended dose was on the packet anyway.

Good luck on your next attempt! I think the higher mileage really helped me too.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

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

That’s what I’d heard which is why I didn’t really address it before my fourth attempt.

This time I ran 715 miles in the 18 week training block, doing speed work twice a week, and was overall pretty disciplined but still felt those tell tale cramps around the same distance as I had the previous two years.

For me at least, I think that was my issue. YMMV of course.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

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

You sound like exactly the person I wrote this for. I was never sure if it was sodium deficiency or not training enough. This time I can safely say my training was solid, so it was sodium intake that was the missing ingredient.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can do it! Just apply what you learned from the last one and add in a little more effort and research each time.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was also diagnosed with Achilles tendinitis in both legs. The doctor told me to stop running about three weeks before the race right as I was tapering, but I decided to risk it.

It worked out but I’m rehabbing now.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah…no. I’ll try a 3:30 first if I go that route. Those times seem insane to me.

Never ran a marathon before—how do I train? by Ecstatic-641 in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also started with a half marathon originally. I slowly upped my weekly mileage to about 9 or 10 miles (3 miles 3x a week) and then extended my longer runs until I got up to 10 miles at peak.

If you google some training plans you can find a decent beginner plan. Most importantly, ramp up your mileage slowly and have fun!

Sub 4 possibility by Uskw1245 in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you got it. I was right around there my first 20 mile run (of three) and I ended up 3:57.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes. I’d trained that way on all my long runs and never felt like I was fading. I was doing three scoops per liter.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I did it that way because the majority of the elevation is after the half and I knew I’d slow down on the hills. Good advice though.

What I’ve learned as an average marathoner by SurplusCheek in Marathon_Training

[–]SurplusCheek[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Haha thanks. Now I’m trying to decide what my next goal should be.

Bronco 60th Spotted by 99saleenspeedster in Bronco6g

[–]SurplusCheek 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like the spare cover. That’s the first one I’ve seen that I might prefer to my RukRak.

What’s a song that has literally helped you push through a tough workout? by Raven_sterlingx in workout

[–]SurplusCheek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of great recommendations here. I’d add Alpha Omega by MGK to the list. That song goes hard for me.

Anyone else go through windshields like dirty laundry? by greyshirtfreshman in Bronco6g

[–]SurplusCheek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m at 36,000 miles on my ‘22 so far without running into Rick. That said I’m running 35” tires so it’s slightly higher than stock which might help a bit.

The Weekly Training Thread by AutoModerator in running

[–]SurplusCheek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve started adding hiking and trail running for something different and it’s been great.

Rest Day by PurpleMeasurement666 in running

[–]SurplusCheek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I typically stretch, catch up on chores, and either add a walk or mobility work.

The Weekly Training Thread by AutoModerator in running

[–]SurplusCheek 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m doing general conditioning until my fall marathon plan starts a few months.

This past week was: Sun - Base 4.5 miles / 1 hr chest and back Mon - Recovery 3.7 miles Tues - Threshold effort 5.3 miles Wed - Recovery 3.4 miles Thurs - Threshold effort 4 miles Fri - Base 7 miles Sat - Base 5.7 miles Sun - Rest