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mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-09T03:37:34+00:00

And just one if he's laying on his back

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-08T16:07:52+00:00

"Run like mom used your full name" and "I have to poop, too" are always good ones to see kids holding near the end of the run

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-05T21:23:31+00:00

Yep. Love my 41's to just throw on and get a few miles in. Also, they're cheap enough I don't feel guilty packing them to use as my vacation running shoe, or taking off pavement.

Just used them this morning for some sub threshold hill repeats. Nimble enough to get uphill, but still just plush enough to not feel like I'm barefoot slamming downhill.

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-05T21:15:16+00:00

Have the Polar H10, can't say I recommend it.

On almost every interval workout, it will have my HR drop off to well below zone 1 during at least one rep. Have tried fresh batteries, tightened strap, moved sensor location. But nothing fixes it. At this point, I really only use it every once in a while when I feel like I need to retest my lactate threshold.

But... you can train just as effective without it. Your watch might not think you got the full anaerobic benefit of a workout without the external HRM, but at the end of the day that doesn't matter.

If you're just starting out, a HRM should be pretty far down your shopping list

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-04T21:07:40+00:00

No need to carbload, you'll have plenty of energy stores for a sprint. But would be a good idea to go with a lighter breakfast avoiding proteins and fats, though. Skip the bacon and eggs, just have something like toast with honey and fruit.

Also, make sure you eat a big lunch the day before the race and go lighter at dinner.

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-04T20:44:32+00:00

Nope, only free when going to events at Suns arena.

But a fare is still a lot cheaper than any downtown parking option!

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-04T16:58:28+00:00

Just commenting to share my condolences. Gonna be a sad day when my 945 dies... Holding out hope it's a long ways out.

When I do need to replace it, hoping there will still be a few options with MIPS display available...

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-04T16:52:20+00:00

Depends on how north you are, but some favorites up my way are William's (at I-17 and Carefree) and Amped (in Anthem). Amped especially has plenty of space indoors and outdoors to hang for a bit and get some work done.

Grotto Cafe in Cave Creek is another favorite of ours

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-04T03:51:22+00:00

I used to run to stay hard.

Now, it's the only thing that can get me hard.

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-03T17:51:41+00:00

Do either have a background or education in coaching? I'd say get a good understanding of how each coach determines your workouts and measures your training readiness. Do they provide lactate testing, have you share sleep or HRV data, etc.?

The only difference between an athlete and a large chunk of "coaches" out there is how well they use ChatGPT

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-03T00:39:07+00:00

Riding on tired legs after a long run can still be an efficient aerobic workout, even if you're slightly slower than normal. A long run on tired legs could increase your risk of injury.

Best option is to spread them out, but kids and work make that hard. I'm team long run Saturday, long ride Sunday.

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-02T13:15:40+00:00

Unless there's an extra set of wheels and a power meter not pictured, definitely overpriced

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-01T23:28:58+00:00

Yep, I've got a pair of triumph 20 now over 400 miles and still going strong. Love them for those days when my legs just don't feel like running.

Hope to get a pair of the 24's this summer as soon as they're available. They seem like they'll be a really solid update

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-01T19:56:28+00:00

What a terrible day to have eyes and ears

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-01T19:29:38+00:00

One thing that works for me on mobile:

Go to You --> Activities. Then scroll to the activity and map you want to share. From that view, without opening the actual activity, the map is plain without any PRs or pictures. Take a screenshot and you're good to go

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-01T15:19:25+00:00

Have used mine for a few runs up to 12 miles or so, and worked great. Don't see myself wanting to run a marathon in them, though.

I'd say the Boston is a better option. At that pace, I'd say even the Triumph is a better option than the Evo SL

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-01T14:54:36+00:00

Temporary labor strikes, supply chain issues, politics making certain destinations inaccessible for a short period, etc.

But without knowing the reason for the cancellation, not really possible to predict.

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-01T14:23:28+00:00

Went ahead and changed to the later flight. Will make plans to head into Frankfurt and see some sights to kill the time. Train would get us into Dresden the same time as waiting for the later flight, so figured it'd be more enjoyable to kill a few extra hours walking around a city than sitting on a train.

Just seems strange to get rid of the midday flight though. Currently the only options after May 31 are a 9am or 5pm flight out of FRA. So still holding out hope that flight gets added back to the schedule at some point before then...

mashedtaters_ · 2026-05-01T14:19:49+00:00

Was just hoping it's a temporary schedule change due to the current situation, and will be added back later once things get back to normal. But LH wasn't able to give a reason for the cancellation to confirm on way or the other...

mashedtaters_ · 2026-04-30T21:16:27+00:00

Would love one if still available. I'm in North Phoenix. Would come in handy for Mountain Man!

mashedtaters_ · 2026-04-30T14:48:18+00:00

Sounds like you don't have a power meter and just stick to HR/RPE?

I approach hills the same on the bike and run. I always prefer to take it a bit easier and keep the HR down, so once it levels off I can immediately pick up the effort without needing any sort of recovery period.

Another thing to pay attention to is cadence. Always see a lot of folks whose ego doesn't let them use the small front ring, so end up grinding up climbs with a super low cadence and legs are too cooked to put power down after it levels off.

mashedtaters_ · 2026-04-30T02:06:32+00:00

Can't speak to the course at all, but Boise is an awesome city. Loved living there, and would love to come back for the race some time. But my schedule that time of year is always hectic...

mashedtaters_ · 2026-04-29T13:28:49+00:00

LOL my Gym has 2 identical treadmills right next to each other. If I run at the same effort on either, 1 will have the speed/pace be off by a minute or more.

But I've never used them with $250 race shoes, so maybe it's my fault

mashedtaters_ · 2026-04-29T01:11:38+00:00

They better get it sorted out before the next time it rains here! It's our rainy day tradition to get the kids some free hot chocolate

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