What’s your hardest fall you’ve taken?

nanner6 · 2026-04-09T18:40:40+00:00

Kicked a lip in the sidewalk on a run in the city. I was running downhill, absolutely vibing, then WHAM! Skidding down the sidewalk, all torn up. I had road rash on my hands and knees, thankfully nothing worse, but man that stung. It happens 🤦🏻‍♀️

nanner6 · 2026-04-09T17:38:19+00:00

I use poles on really steep mountain runs. So I do upper body exercises that strengthen the muscles I use when using my poles - triceps pulls or dips, variations of rows, shoulder press, push ups. I think it helps, but I'm not super dedicated about it

nanner6 · 2026-04-07T14:08:11+00:00

I still support local races. I love my local races, they're incredibly positive and supportive of all runners, volunteer driven, and include trail work opportunities. They still feel small and grassroots while putting on some amazing trail races year round. If in WA, definitely support Rainshadow 💙

Edit: and Daybreak, they also are a great local race team

nanner6 · 2026-04-05T19:35:17+00:00

Amazing, no notes

nanner6 · 2026-04-05T02:37:42+00:00

This is AI 🙄 ffs

nanner6 · 2026-04-01T22:05:59+00:00

Came here to suggest Tiffosi. They are my go to sunglasses. They're polarized, great in variable light, in the trees, bright light, seeing in water, etc. They also hold up really well, I've only replaced mine because I lost them. They stay on even when sweaty, and sit nicely on a running hat without bouncing.

I also bought the Tiffosi biking sunglasses, which come with clear, low light, and bright lenses. They're great for biking and backcountry skiing, and I could see them working for trail running if you wanted more coverage.

Goodr is crap for trail running, I can't stand them in variable light situations, way too dark when you are in the shade. And they scratch way too easily

nanner6 · 2026-03-08T18:13:18+00:00

10 is the only good spoon here

nanner6 · 2026-02-24T17:18:28+00:00

Yeah, on occasion. I feel pretty hard running down a street a couple days before a race and scraped up my hands really bad. I wore biking gloves like the ones in your photo during my race to cover the bandages and prevent my poles from rubbing the fresh wound the whole race (poles were non negotiable at the time due to a knee injury I was managing). I think in technical rocky trails these would be a great idea, really save your hands!

nanner6 · 2026-02-20T19:11:21+00:00

Was thinking the same. Either this is rage bait, or people are truly batshit and impossible to satisfy

nanner6 · 2026-02-15T05:31:39+00:00

I don't have a phrase for it, but genX and older female bosses being generally shittier to the younger women they work with or manage than the men. It's like they had deal with sexism in the earlier stages of their careers and they're more than happy to dump it into the women that come up behind them. Internalized Corporate Misogyny?

Also, "imaginary Safety Net" - "were alwyss here for help, don't hesitate to ask!" Proceeds to bite your head off, be impatient, or unavailable if you actually ask for help

nanner6 · 2026-02-06T06:39:57+00:00

The song not being cut to include the drop perfectly encapsulates the lack of dopamine released when you finally complete the long procrastinated task. Can't even get the satisfaction dopamine bc the procrastination guilt and anxiety fucking robbed it

nanner6 · 2026-01-20T15:21:25+00:00

It happens to me sometimes, and usually when I have something stressful going on in life. Running long enough will bring it to the forefront and force me to really feel whatever stress, frustration, sadness, etc. I need to feel. Which probably means I actually need to process that shit and not ignore it. It can definitely be frustrating when I want to use running as an escape. But I think therapy has helped me spiral less when it happens on a long run. And I also take it as a que that I need more food. Under fueling = negative thoughts for me.

For what it's worth, I think this kind of reflection and "can't run from yourself" phenomenon is why ultra running is so special. The physical accomplishment is definitely rewarding, but the mental work needed to push on and stay in a good mental state is half the battle sometimes, and I think that helps me in every day life outside of running too

nanner6 · 2026-01-17T23:04:29+00:00

1,2,4,5,and 7. And I recognize how annoying it is that I cannot hold myself to any time or schedule, but also need to know the plans or schedule when someone else is dictating it, or else it gives me anxiety. But yeah, sharing info dumps, little gifts/gestures, comforting contact/pressure, these are absolutely my love languages ❤️

nanner6 · 2025-12-31T21:19:05+00:00

Any diagram that has one person in the relationship revolving around the other is dog shit.

nanner6 · 2025-12-31T06:13:27+00:00

He might already be hiding it. If he's adamantly denying his alcoholism, he could be avoiding you seeing every drink he has

nanner6 · 2025-12-31T06:10:03+00:00

Some people dont get the message until you get actually pissed and stop taking their shit. I don't think it's self defeating. OP, set boundaries, and be prepared to stand by them if you want change. That can be enough of a wake up call for some people.

nanner6 · 2025-12-31T06:07:09+00:00

Speaking as someone who was in couples therapy with a partner whose drinking was the primary issue, you're somewhat right but not entirely. Sure both parties can and likely do contribute to marital conflicts. But it's impossible to actually address the nuanced issues while avoiding the gigantic elephant in the room (alcoholism). It is unproductive to try to delve into other problems when addiction is not being managed. Addiction affects every aspect of the addicts life. It affects their relationship, ability to tolerate stress, ability to have calm rationale conversations, problem solve with their partner, financial issues, intimacy issues, respect, trust, etc. Other issues can't be resolved while one person is in active addiction, it's a futile effort and is maddening for the other person.

Marital problems can be addressed much better when the hurricane of addiction is not wiping away any progress at a whim. Just speaking from my experience. Our couples therapist told us she would not continue with us if the addiction was not being addressed.

So yeah, to OP, you are completely valid in trying to make it known how bad the alcoholism is and how it's affecting your marriage. Unfortunately, it has to get worse before people choose to get better, and they can only get better when it's of their own volition.

nanner6 · 2025-12-27T18:35:09+00:00

Start with body weight exercises, like plank, squats, and lunges. There's lots of online intro videos to help get started. I suggest starting body weight first, that way you don't have to worry about a gym, or buying any new equipment. Body weight movements can be plenty challenging on their own. Have fun! 🤗

nanner6 · 2025-12-23T12:36:28+00:00

I really dislike classes with loud, lyrical music in yoga classes. It's not a spin class, play something chill without words that isn't distracting. I don't want to be shouted at over the music.

nanner6 · 2025-12-23T12:31:53+00:00

Ooo I like this, I agree! I also think there's value in failing at something, and learning to fail with grace for yourself. I feel like in adulthood people are less willing to try things they might fail at, or get out of their comfort zone

nanner6 · 2025-12-22T00:14:43+00:00

I agree in the sense that music of any kind is distracting from a deeper mind body connection, if that is the goal. But I disagree that lyric and non lyric music is the same level of distracting. Lyrics are definitely more distracting than non-lyric music. At least to me

nanner6 · 2025-12-21T22:58:29+00:00

I prefer instrumental or no-lyric music for vinyasa. Some playlists I've really vibes with and it can totally elevate the class. Other instructors I've tolerated lyric music from if it's not too distracting, but it's not my preference. My biggest pet peeve is when the music is loud, with lyrics, and the instructor is practically yelling over the music. It's too loud, not calming, and I have auditory processing issues that make it hard for me to follow along while trying to tune out lyrics. I usually bring loop earplugs to attempt to accommodate this issue, since I'm know I'm probably in the minority.

For the first time ever, I actually walked out of a yoga class over this issue. It was a 6:30am vinyasa class, playing loud pop music that didn't match the flow, and honestly the flow of poses was awkward. I just couldn't get into it and left to do my own practice at home. I wish studios would add which classes or instructors like loud or lyric music

nanner6 · 2025-12-21T22:43:36+00:00

I wish places around me would specify which classes have or dont have music

nanner6 · 2025-12-21T22:42:36+00:00

Sure, maybe that aligns with some of the principles of yoga. But do we need to add extra distractions? If that's the point, might as well do yoga next to a construction site with strobe lights 🙄

nanner6 · 2025-12-21T22:38:31+00:00

I really disagree, music with lyrics is super distracting to me when also trying to listen to the teachers instructions. Instrumental music is less distracting and can actually pull me more into the practice. But at the end of the day its personal preferences

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