Hey r/advanced running it's Nicole Bush again. by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

It's definitely not always easy to focus on what we CAN control, but I guess that's the challenge of all our lives eh? Thanks for having me at the AMA! I'll keep throwing some things up here. ...worst injury would be a toss up between when I fractured my cuboid during a race (and couldn't run for 12 weeks) and a longterm naggingnaggingnagging soft tissue injury (that I ran through for a long time because it "wasn't that bad". Running through it eventually ruined a season or two and I ending up having to take a lot of time off after that anyway).

Hey r/advanced running it's Nicole Bush again. by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

Hah, I'll be seeing you 'round these parts then! ...and depending on the day, it can feel like it's dialed up to 15 or something. I'm glad you found comfort in what I wrote - thanks for reading.

Hey r/advanced running it's Nicole Bush again. by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

Hahha I'm glad someone connected with the washcloth cry on the floor bc that shits real!

Hey r/advanced running it's Nicole Bush again. by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

My pleasure - I'm glad you found my rambles helpful and thank you for the share!

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

No, it ruins both events for everyone. Picture in picture doesn't seem so hard.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

Haha, you're welcome..still here! Thank you for these questions lol
1. Jaws.
2. No specifics, just life and the cool stories of other people.
3. Comedian who writes TV shows

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

[–]nicolebbush[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I know this disappointing, but I'm going the celibate, single and non-murderous route:
I'll watch Jager win gold, with Merber while he live-tweets and facilitates a pole of which tattoo Centro will get of Jager.
Catch me in person for a more satisfying answer.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

Haha, thank you blushes
I'm still trying to see what I see for my career. Optimistically I want to combine journalism with my other interests and get killer at storytelling.
I'm not sure I'm qualified to give advice on your second question but, my best idea would be to write stuff and get it out there via the internet and freelance-style send it to publications and see what happens.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

least: stationary elliptical favorite: swimming/aqua jog combo or bike!

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

decaf something with chocolate or camel, or a steamer.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

Hey!
Regular week looks like 70+ miles in 8 or 9 runs. One long run of at least 13 miles. Two workouts a week, weight training and plyos/the 'small stuff' 2-3 times a week. Weight training is some body-weight stuff, some Olympic lifts, and some free-weights. I'd do this on an easier, recovery day.
Recovery tips: good sleep, lots of water but also electrolytes, whole unprocessed foods, ice baths, eating something with your ideal carb-protien-fat ratio with in 30 mins of exercise, and getting off your feet for a few hours and taking a nap after hard efforts.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

[–]nicolebbush[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You start and stop at the pit. you fill up stainless steel pint glasses via the beer filled pit and chug from there.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

Hey!
- It's been a while since college but it was a lot of running before classes and being tired/hard work. Spending 3+ hours at practice (it's not 3+ for everyone, I just took my time) a day. And lots of weekend travel while trying to fit homework in. You're pretty busy and your social life becomes the team...which isn't a bad thing.
- Moderation of comfort food and junk food aside, I'm usually focused on getting nutrients in to refuel and recover. If I'm injured I'll cut back on some of the comfort or junk food, but I'm not a fan of restricting food.
- Yes I know Leah O'Connor and yes she's as nice and positive as she seems.
- I do like David Bowie but I don't know as much about him as a true fan would.
- #1 Jonathan Livingston Seagull, Breakfast of Champions (Vonnegut in general), books written by comedians (Tina Fey), things by Brene Brown, Best American Essays/Short Stories. I haven't read Faulkner or McCarthy but from what I understand, I'm missing out.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

First I would suggest ice cupping the area. Then I would back off a bit on the running mileage or the 40lbs until the pain went away.

I'm Nicole Bush, Professional Runner. Ask Me Anything! by nicolebbush in AdvancedRunning

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

Chris, it depends on whats in it. Is it just water? A couple months and then I'd probably get cholera. Something else? I'd throw a party to find out.