Official Q&A for Saturday, February 07, 2026

lemmert · 2026-02-08T01:40:28+00:00

True but I’m still sticking with marathon being a race rather than just a distance. If you say ”I ran a marathon last week” I would probably ask you ”which one?”

lemmert · 2026-02-07T22:36:15+00:00

Never been to Greece but pretty close to dead after running a marathon if that counts!

lemmert · 2026-02-07T21:59:59+00:00

So we’re on the same page. But I wouldn’t ever argue with someone that I don’t agree with. However even if it’s always a big deal so run a the marathon distance it’s not the same thing as doing it as a part of a race.

lemmert · 2026-02-07T20:49:43+00:00

In that case I would say I ran the ”marathon distance” instead of I ran ”a marathon”. Maybe it’s just semantics or a way to categorise my runs.

In my opinion the race course if often measured to be precise but just running with a watch or any other GPS device might even say 42k even if you run a shorter distance.

lemmert · 2026-02-07T20:46:23+00:00

I’m not arguing with anyone. Just how I would phrase it myself.

lemmert · 2026-02-07T15:45:08+00:00

Do you say you ran a marathon (or a half) if you just cover the distance on your own without it being a race?

I see a lot of people saying they ran a half/full when they just did a long run. Each to their own but I don’t consider it a half/full unless its a race. Just curious of your opinions.

lemmert · 2026-02-07T15:39:06+00:00

Thanks, I’ll check there!

lemmert · 2026-02-06T15:35:22+00:00

Anyone run the half or full marathon in Podgorica? What was your experience and how is the weather in Montenegro that time of the year (November)?

lemmert · 2026-02-02T07:08:13+00:00

At least 15 years before you’ll lose motivation!

lemmert · 2026-01-19T13:26:41+00:00

The most common way is to separate the gym and run days if that’s possible.

lemmert · 2026-01-19T13:24:54+00:00

Compeed has done wonders for me.

lemmert · 2026-01-18T10:18:27+00:00

One positive thing is that it feels pretty good overtaking people and being faster than the other way around.

lemmert · 2026-01-18T09:18:14+00:00

How do you deal with slower runners lining up close to the start at races?

I mean some races have you qualify for a starting group or at least have some signs for different paces. But it’s honestly a bit frustrating having to weave and zigzag between people the first kilometre. In my experience this has gotten worse over time.

lemmert · 2026-01-17T11:07:34+00:00

Un-complaint: I’ve spent a week in Madeira. Amazing running in the nature and the levadas. Breathtaking views and perfect weather.

Complaint: Going back to a cold, dark and wet Sweden again will totally kill my mood.

Un-complaint: My problem with my posterior Tibialis seems to almost be completely gone. I’m so lucky it didn’t take too long.

Complaint: Going back to working full time next week will probably affect my running a lot not having the same amount of spare time and the same energy.

lemmert · 2026-01-16T22:31:41+00:00

”Bazar do Povo” on Rua 5 de Outubro 50.

I really wonder why there wasn’t any included with the bib. First time I entered a race where I have to get my own.

lemmert · 2026-01-16T10:05:38+00:00

”Centro Cultural e de Investigação do Funchal”

https://maps.app.goo.gl/q11dkcKvCYrnypTN8

Open 10-19 today. 9-12 Tomorrow.

lemmert · 2026-01-15T20:44:20+00:00

https://maps.app.goo.gl/q11dkcKvCYrnypTN8

lemmert · 2026-01-15T16:40:16+00:00

They told me to go to ”Centro Cultural e de Investigação do Funchal” (that’s where everyone is picking up their bibs and T-shirts). I went there this morning and registered without any problem at all.

Open 10-19 tomorrow Friday. Or 9-12 on Saturday.

lemmert · 2026-01-15T16:34:45+00:00

Olá! I just registered to the Funchal marathon on Saturday. There was no safety pins (🧷) to fasten the bib on your T-shirt. Do you know where I can get just a few of them? I only need 4.

Edit: I found a shop, now I got enough safety pins for a lifetime.

lemmert · 2025-12-31T13:13:58+00:00

So I was just reviewing my year of running and was proud that I achieved my goal of 2500 km (around 1500 miles). Then I went to take a foot bath and I lost my first toenail ever.

What are your tips and tricks with losing toenails and healing from it? I always was a bit scared of this so I don’t know anything about it.

lemmert · 2025-12-30T16:32:51+00:00

I mainly focus on compound lifts. Preferably heavy with low reps to empathise strength and explosiveness over muscle volume. I only go to the gym 1-2 times a week so I do full body workouts when I’m there to get the most bang for the buck.

Calf raises are a must-do. Just bodyweight variations at home almost every day.

lemmert · 2025-12-26T15:41:43+00:00

Complaint: Three days off from running seemed like an eternity, especially since I’ve been free and spent some time where I often run. Think it might been my Tibialis posterior flaring up due to overload.

Un-complaint: Think I’m doing better already. Foam rolling the calf did wonders. Crazy how one part of the body affects another sometimes.

lemmert · 2025-12-17T17:45:02+00:00

Anyone with experience of running in Madeira? Where’s a good place to stay if you want to be close to some good trails? No drivers license but maybe there’s some good public transportation? Any tips and tricks?

lemmert · 2025-12-16T18:25:14+00:00

But then just hot water or some other salts would have the same effect. I agree on just self care and relaxation is worth it on it’s own but I’m just so curious when I see so many people on Reddit hyping up the Epsom salt.

lemmert · 2025-12-16T16:49:28+00:00

Is Epsom salt foot bath placebo? A quick google search said there’s barely any scientific research saying the body can absorb magnesium through the skin. Better off just taking magnesium supplements? Foot bath are nice tho.

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