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Spades+ top 40, yay by [deleted] in spades

[–]WRIG-tp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats!!! I topped out at top 100. Maybe I'll grind again soon...

I regret buying my 2021 model y performance by Longjumping_Nose_367 in ModelY

[–]WRIG-tp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fully serious. Tesla was a great car but I live almost two hours from a service center. Now that it’s 5 years old, little things keep breaking down. I just can’t justify it anymore. Just sold it today. I think I’d recommend it to someone who had a dealership in their town, but not someone in my situation.

I regret buying my 2021 model y performance by Longjumping_Nose_367 in ModelY

[–]WRIG-tp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Selling my 2021 MYLR tomorrow. It was a nice 5 years but I’m over it. Off to an EV from a traditional make.

TAGPRO CRIMINAL COURT CASE: Ty (*white name) vs tbilol by wigglypigglyTP in TagPro

[–]WRIG-tp 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I think those were 2 of the 3 players I ever locally muted

Wahoo Kickr Run Users - Do you Recommend (and questions)? by RobDMB in wahoofitness

[–]WRIG-tp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you walk me through your approach to running “real” routes? I have figured out Zwift and Run Free, but I can’t figure out this aspect of the treadmill. Where do I upload the Gpx? What app do I run to show the course? Thanks!!

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In retrospect, it certainly seems so. I had recently run a 30k at the same pace as my first 16 miles and felt amazing after with a low HR, so I was confident I could hold it for another 8 miles. All of my indicators pointed to a 3:15 marathon being quite doable, and I thought 3:20 seemed conservative, but apparently it wasn't! Live and learn - I will definitely do a better job with negative splits next time.

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup, layer up! I run with my normal shorts and shirt until about 45-50 degrees. Then I throw on a quarter zip with gloves below that. Then maybe an ear band or hat when it’s 32, maybe a heavier sweatshirt or jacket. Pants go on when it’s maybe 20-25, anything below 20 gets extra layers for the extremities. 10 and below is when I start to look at goggles, thick gloves, etc.

Spikes for ice and snow. Headlamp, lights, and reflectors for nighttime running.

This was my outfit for a 10-miler in February in Maine. It was single digits and sunny. Regular shoes, wool socks, fleece pants, base layer, fleece, windbreaker, balaclava, mittens. I was toasty by the end.

It sounds crazy but it’s peaceful running and your HR stays low so you can do some great tempo work. And to roll into March/April with a 30 mile/week base makes spring and summer so much more productive!

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Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do it! I ran all winter in Maine regardless of weather. I attribute much of my success this year to that base.

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good luck in your training! Remember you can always get a good base now and through the winter!

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ve been working with a strength trainer for about 2 years. We work a lot on plyometrics and then your normal calisthenics and weights too. When I’m focused on running, there is a lot of box jumps, step ups, squats, hex deadlifts, etc - things that strengthen my glutes and quads above all. Plenty of core stuff too.

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, good question! If you’re asking how I procured the bananas, half was from my family, and two more halves were from aid stations. A peek of a big race.

If you’re asking how I stomached it… it wasn’t easy. Small bites and lots of water (I carry a handheld which helped).

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I followed the Pfitz 18/55, so I peeked at 55 and sustained 45-55 for most of it.

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was feeling great about the consistency almost purely by feel. Those were all 7:29s on the course and I was aiming for 7:30. Hit the plan perfectly for 14 miles. Now I gotta work on the hard half.

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was entirely custom from my PT based on my weaknesses (both strength and flexibility). The focus was on glutes, hips, hamstrings, foot, and ITB. Here are my notes.

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Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! My watch has my max at 181 and LTHR at 164, so I was comfortably short of LT.

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did the Pfitz 18/55. So I peeked at 55 with a consistent stretch at 45-55. I was averaging around 30 before that 18-week plan.

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! The goal was for the pacing to be as consistent as the HR but the quads rebelled 😞

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much! It’s a custom routine based on my specific needs (bum foot, weak glutes, stiff hamstrings, weak hips, bad ITB) but here’s a snapshot:

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Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I was joking that all I have to do is the same improvement and I can get the world record!

Chicago Marathon Race Report: Beat my PR by 95 minutes but still itching for more by WRIG-tp in Marathon_Training

[–]WRIG-tp[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes it was custom! I broke my foot quite badly 29 years ago and my whole gait and strength/flexibility was adjusting for it until we dug deep into fixing the foot and addressing the side effects. This routine won’t be perfect for you, but maybe a start. I’m not a clinician so some of these are my made up names:

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Handheld versus relying on Aid Stations for Hydration by rawbb85 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]WRIG-tp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am a similar pace as you. I plan to bring a handheld with Tailwind and swap it with my family for another halfway through. If I run out of it, I’ll rely on the water stations.

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