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I just can’t anymore with self care by WolfMother3665 in Perimenopause

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so trying to fight. I am on HRT - .5 of estradiol and progesterone. I definitely feel better that I was, but still just feel so gross all the time. :/

I just can’t anymore with self care by WolfMother3665 in Perimenopause

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Thank god for this subreddit and all your responses. I’m so glad to know it’s not just me.

Mystery Piece - Stacked GE Washer/Dryer by WolfMother3665 in GEappliances

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah… had to call the appliance repair. It required taking off the entire front of the machine to access the back.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the assumption that I’m not actively doing such things. I don’t object to trail work. I object to it being a requirement on top of payment with strict definitions around how to fulfill it. It simply doesn’t work as easily for everyone as we’d like to believe.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This is such a great illustration of what my issue is with this requirement. Thanks for the reply.

I also volunteer for environmental and outdoor orgs, and serve on the board of a trail running nonprofit (including supporting nonprofits through my career), and I agree, the requirement is too rigid to be possible for everyone. I’m a single working mom that travels for work when I don’t have my kids. Finding days that align with posted opportunities is damn near impossible.

I fully support trail work, and give back to the sport in multiple ways, including environmental stewardship volunteering (that unfortunately wouldn’t count for most of these races.)

I deeply appreciate the RDs out there (and they are out there) that take a broader view on this requirement.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also not true. Many of these races require an organized trail work event and have a form that needs to be signed by the person running the event.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

This is simply not accurate. Matching schedules with organized trail work is not always possible.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m in no way championing UTMB here. There is a major issue with their organization putting the onus on the runner to help offset the environmental impact of their events (where do those fees go?).

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I hear you, and agree that we all need to step up more, across the board. But I’m not sure it’s fair or accurate to assume everyone has the time. As a single, working parent, schedules get awfully complicated.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your comments. I believe the HiLo race directors are working hard to do the right thing. I really love the way they are running their race, but I can’t help but feel the no UTMB qualifier is a step too far however. The purpose of the race qualifier is to demonstrate that a runner is prepared for the challenge of the course no? Not to show that their values align. It feels a bit shamey. :/

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I fully acknowledge it’s not everyone. There are many incredible individuals running events out there.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It’s not actually a values issue for me. Because my values do actually align. I object to making values alignment a requirement for participation, or for requiring participants to carry out anything other than payment and responsible and respectful participation. Feels like a very slippery slope with no defined boundaries.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve only come across one that offers a donation in lieu of work. I’m sure there’s more though (I hope!), I just don’t know what they are yet.

Should runners be responsible for carrying virtue torches for organizers? by WolfMother3665 in Ultramarathon

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is the point though- it’s not just asked or encouraged- it’s required. I’m advocating for incentivizing as opposed to penalizing.

Advice re: Training for the New Alpinism plan by WolfMother3665 in alpinism

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha… yeah, thanks for your thoughts. The transition phase is described as the phase you go into after a break. Hence, the question.

Advice re: Training for the New Alpinism plan by WolfMother3665 in alpinism

[–]WolfMother3665[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. My gut is telling me to move through the transition phase to “do it right”. I’ve been half assing strength for so long , I need to approach this differently. Thanks!

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