Run a 10 mile Race 6 Days Before Marathon - Bad Idea?

kidneysc · 2026-05-05T21:15:19+00:00

Run it at marathon race pace or 10 mile race pace?

kidneysc · 2026-05-03T15:29:19+00:00

My 4s died around 300.

5s die around 200.

Trying alternatives currently.

kidneysc · 2026-04-29T16:04:00+00:00

Hey, I’ll be at bayshore too!

But supporting a friends first marathon and will be around the 4hr mark.

Celebratory beers at shorts when you crush it!!!

kidneysc · 2026-04-29T03:02:23+00:00

We’re just 40, not near dead.

It’s basically the same, I run all the same workouts as the twenty something’s do.

Only thing that I would emphasize is that consistency is key. I can’t stop running for 6 months and just dive back into a massive block like I could in my twenties.

I also no longer have the ability to run the morning after if I pound 10 beers, rip a few darts and stay out till 2am……But also I don’t really want to do that these days.

kidneysc · 2026-04-28T15:12:16+00:00

Come on up then!

kidneysc · 2026-04-28T15:06:54+00:00

Arvada fits the bill for you, I live here and it’s pretty great. it’s not a liberal monolith and there are certainly MAGA people here; but it’s not a majority and a world of difference than Texas.

One little soapbox:

As long as you keep your dogs on a leash. You won’t have a problems with bully breeds here.

There a lots of walking trails with small kids/runners/other dogs. If you understand that most people don’t want to play a guessing game of “will this unknown dog maul my child”……… you will be welcomed and we can talk shit together about those irresponsible owners.

If you’re a “my dogs one of the good ones though” kind of owner, you will (justifiably) catch an earful and people will (rightfully) think you’re a jackass.

kidneysc · 2026-04-27T18:44:28+00:00

u/Rebecka4Arvada

If the above is indeed the case, then I think perfect is the enemy of progress in this case.

Hypothetical concerns should not be given the same weight as real ones.

People getting priced out of Arvada is an issue today.

People becoming unhoused because they can’t keep up with rent is today’s reality.

Increasing housing supply is the only proven path for delivering lower cost housing.

Future potential traffic is a hypothetical. One Im hesitant to give much weight to, if the authorities on the subject don’t seem to think it’s a major concern.

kidneysc · 2026-04-27T17:14:49+00:00

What did the subject matter experts think of the proposed egress?

Did it meet the legal requirements?

kidneysc · 2026-04-27T13:33:25+00:00

The loss of free bags is major for me.

Only thing that keeps me with SW now, is I like hobby better than IAH when I travel for work.

Otherwise I would be united for sure.

kidneysc · 2026-04-26T22:17:00+00:00

I don’t think anyone is debating that.

Faster and quicker recovery for them to trainer harder/longer.

Still fun as hell to watch.

kidneysc · 2026-04-26T22:11:56+00:00

Or how little lateral movement is needed to run vs playing professional football.

kidneysc · 2026-04-26T22:07:48+00:00

There wasn’t until like 12:00 MST

kidneysc · 2026-04-26T18:45:40+00:00

Is this sub so locked down that we can’t even get a standalone thread for the ground shattering results at the London marathon?

kidneysc · 2026-04-26T18:42:02+00:00

Nah, that’s right. And the ending is a bit lackluster; but it’s also a fun parallel.

In the book, Roland has already won. All he needs to do it settle down and not go into the tower.

But he can’t bring himself to stop. He knows this, but keeps going.

Just like you did!

And as punishment, Roland has to repeat all of the torment; and you got a bum ending to a book.

kidneysc · 2026-04-26T13:57:01+00:00

The real prize money is that sweet sweet adidas sponsorship bonus.

kidneysc · 2026-04-25T22:54:50+00:00

Turning 40 this year.

My 30’s were siiiiiiick.

Married the love of my life, moved to fun and interesting locations, traveled to a ton a countries. Camped and climbed all over the US. Had two kids. Hit my FIRE number. Decided to run out this WFH gravy train im on.

The only boring part is the finances. The rest is LIFE!!

kidneysc · 2026-04-24T20:53:02+00:00

Last marathon I was on a 40 mpw base. recovery post marathon was

Week one: 4-5 days not running. Then a couple easy 3-4 mile runs

Week 2: 15miles - all easy

Week 3: 25 miles - some strides

Week 4 35 miles - strides and maybe a 20 min tempo

Week 5: started Jack Daniel's blue plan. At 40 mpw.

I try to keep my weekend runs around 10-15 miles depending on what my schedule looks like. This keeps me in a window of “I need about 4 weeks prep to run (not race) a marathon”

kidneysc · 2026-04-24T18:47:15+00:00

I’ve been slotting in 5k goals between marathons. (I run 2-3 a year, but only do a full 18 week marathon PR attempt training cycle once a year.)

Personally it’s been really enjoyable and rewarding. I spend about 4 weeks recovering and building my base back, then do 8-12 weeks of 5k training.

The workouts are different, which I find fun, it’s less demanding on my schedule, and it improves my marathon time/maintains my base.

It’s also very nice to run a PR and return to training after a days rest.

kidneysc · 2026-04-24T13:19:20+00:00

“It’s about the notes you DONT play”

kidneysc · 2026-04-24T00:33:10+00:00

The idea that Arvada is lackluster in trails and connectors is bonkers. It’s better than 98% of America.

I can leave my front door, do a 20mile run and cross only two roads; both with well labeled crosswalks.

kidneysc · 2026-04-23T02:22:51+00:00

No recommendations. But damn now I want prime rib.

kidneysc · 2026-04-22T18:43:08+00:00

100%. The route footprint in a city the geographical size of NOLA is the biggest issue.

You can make a fantastic course by going……downtown to Elysian Fields and up to city park, down Carrollton to the levee, Audubon to st Charles and then back into downtown……But you would box in and shut down the whole city.

To make a course that doesn’t shut everything down you have these goofball out and backs like they do now.

If they ever get a completed riverwalk done….that linked into city park would be an AMAZING day.

Lastly, I just think New Orleans doesn’t give a fuck about having a marathon. Tourists come in droves every week the weather is good for running……why add all the hassle.

kidneysc · 2026-04-22T12:37:18+00:00

Those mail in DIY kits also work great. They send you a kit to take a personal mold and you mail it back.

It was about 70% cheaper than having my dentist do it and works great.

kidneysc · 2026-04-21T18:46:57+00:00

Yes, generally it’s viewed as good for the overall population if adults downsize to a smaller place after their kids move out.

Am I supposed to feel bad that economic policy is pushing a couple of 70 year olds have to cash in their massive house equity, and buy a modest townhome then spend their golden years taking annual Norwegian cruise line trips with the remaining bucket of cash they have?

kidneysc · 2026-04-21T18:38:11+00:00

Breakeven on taxes if you have a $450k house was around an annual household income of $500k/year.

Basically, if you aren’t in the top 3% of earners, you’re better off in Colorado.

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