The Running Thread - 2018

[baxter24]

ATTQOTD: If it I started a quick weekend getaway, I won’t bring anything. This past September was the first time I brought running clothes and actually ran a few times while gone for a week. I do make the promise to my family that the running won’t interfere with our plans for the day so that has meant early morning runs. Full confession - I used to make fun of people who I saw running while on vacation (especially at Disney) and now I have turned into one! It’s actually pretty cool to run in different places.

 

[Dis5150]

ATTQOTD: Yes I bring them and yes I feel guilty when I don't use them. :/

 

[SarahDisney]

ATTQOTD: Nope.
Granted, my last vacation was over a year ago (although I've gone away for the weekend since), but my general philosophy on running is that if anything about it makes me feel guilty, then I shouldn't be doing it.

 

[Dis5150]

I should add that all my vacations lately have been to run a race so I DID use my running clothes! And since I have been running marathon weekend, our family vacation to Disney is always during my training plan for the marathon. So I know I SHOULD be running. I hate giving up family time though since our annual family vacation is the only time we are all together each year.

 

[gjramsey]

ATTQOTD: Nope. Most of the time, I won't even take running clothes.

 

[LilyJC]

But I do love people watching and I often watch people at the gym and the ones that move so slow they aren't even sweating. I'm never one to put someone down trying to improve themselves but I want to ask them, "If your heart rate isn't any higher here than it is in the couch do you still think you will lose weight just because your in the gym?"

Not everyone who goes to the gym is trying to lose weight. I refuse to do cardio at the gym, and only will use free weights and select machines to build muscle/tone. I'm busy doing super-sets for almost every workout, so I don't have time to pay attention to anyone else (minus sounds that I can never unhear). I guess if I was stuck on a treadmill maybe I'd do more people watching, but running while on a moving belt and trying to look around sounds like a dangerous combo for this accident prone gal.


ATTQOTD: It definitely depends on the vacation. If we're visiting the in-laws in Colorado, then no because I don't want the altitude to kill me. Walks and hiking are ok there. Hawaii after my first Ragnar in 2016, I didn't bring anything and took a full 9 days off from running. It was glorious!

 

[apdebord]

ATTQOTD: Not really. I normally pack them and don't use them, so then I feel more guility that I used up room in my suitcase that could have gone to another outfit option or more shoes. Princess weekend I didn't even bother. Packed my race clothes but knew I wasn't doing anything additional. DH always runs on vacation, even if it's a weekend getaway. I never feel guilty that he keeps up with training and I'm bumming around the hotel room, I'm just like BYEEEE (if I'm even awake when he leaves)

 

[roxymama]

ATTQOTD:
I just got back from a work trip (I can't keep up with this thread when I am away!) and I did not bring my running gear for my Tuesday night run. I was stressing SO HARD about how I was going to fit in staying out late with the team + early morning work + meetings + driving 4 hours home that I decided not even bringing it would cut our all guilt about the right decision to skip it. In hindsight there would have been zero way to do it. I am running tonight for sure now that I am home.
I do like to bring my gear with me in case the opportunity presents itself...I usually am not guilty about not running, more so I'll be bummed I can't fit it in. Like if I know my schedule is gonna be too crazy.
Maybe I need to start planning vacations where I'm not over-scheduling them (or schedule in the runs and less of other things?)
EXCITED to go for a hubby run or two near the beach on our annual August vacation where the grandparents come with us. That's a highlight every year and I'd never want to miss it

 

[SarahDisney]

Also, re people at the gym not working out to your standards:
Different people have different reasons for going to the gym.
For example ... I will sometimes take a walk in the middle of my work day - not for exercise, but just to get the blood flowing in my legs and to have a little downtime. If that wasnt an option and I had a gym membership, I might go to the gym after work and walk on the treadmill (probably super slow) while watching some YouTube videos. Just as a chance to unwind and reset - not trying to get my heart rate up, just trying to unwind and loosen up.

Dont judge other people. You don't know why they do the things they do. Yes, some things are common courtesy (like wiping down machines or fan ettiquite), but some things are super personal (like why someone goes to the gym and what they do there), and if you're judging someone for that, then you probably dont belong at the gym (or anywhere else where people are).

 

[FredtheDuck]

ATTQOTD: Music or Audiobooks for me. I tried without music in my last 5K and it was awful. I do keep the volume down when I'm outside so that I can hear the cars (we live on a pretty dangerous street). My next race, I'm going to try one earbud in and one out. I like the idea of being courteous and hearing what's going on around me, but I need my music.

- HP books are my favorite audiobooks. I've listened to the complete serious at least 3 times. And, yes, I've been running in the early morning hours when it's still dark and freaked myself out.

Where are you finding the HP audiobooks? Audible? I’ve been wanting to listen to them during runs but they audiobooks seem so pricey for something I’ve already read.

 

[run.minnie.miles]

Random Question (I'm good at these )...
Do you count walking miles in your monthly mileage totals?

When it's nice out, DH and I enjoy going for 2-3 mile walks in the evening together and can't decide if I want to record them in my ol' journal.

 

[jennamfeo]

Where are you finding the HP audiobooks? Audible? I’ve been wanting to listen to them during runs but they audiobooks seem so pricey for something I’ve already read.

I got mine from the library via the Overdrive app. There is still a really long wait for them usually, but my library is small so that could be why.

 

[run.minnie.miles]

Where are you finding the HP audiobooks? Audible? I’ve been wanting to listen to them during runs but they audiobooks seem so pricey for something I’ve already read.

Do you have access to digital books through your library? Our state uses "Overdrive" and you can download both digital books (for ipad or Kindle) and audio books. It is seriously so awesome. Use your libraries, folks!

 

[run.minnie.miles]

I got mine from the library via the Overdrive app. There is still a really long wait for them usually, but my library is small so that could be why.

Jinx! (I owe you some kind of weird craft beer )

 

[GreatLakes]

QOTD: Do you feel guilty if you go on vacation and do not bring your running stuff?

I wouldn't say guilty but a big part of vacation for me is running in new places. I can't remember the last place I went and didn't get in at least one run.

 

[Jules76126]

I don't usually run on vacation because we are doing so much walking and are exhausted at the end of the day. I am going to Ireland for two weeks and want to try and get at least 1 run in as I am sure the countryside will be beautiful. But we shall see.

 

[SheHulk]

Random Question (I'm good at these )...
Do you count walking miles in your monthly mileage totals?

When it's nice out, DH and I enjoy going for 2-3 mile walks in the evening together and can't decide if I want to record them in my ol' journal.

Personally I don’t count them.

ATTQOTD I often run on vacation but if I don’t it’s because it’s an active vacation so I just figure I’m cross training.

 

[Capang]

Also, re people at the gym not working out to your standards:
Different people have different reasons for going to the gym.
...

Dont judge other people. You don't know why they do the things they do. Yes, some things are common courtesy (like wiping down machines or fan ettiquite), but some things are super personal (like why someone goes to the gym and what they do there), and if you're judging someone for that, then you probably dont belong at the gym (or anywhere else where people are).

Thank you for this. Gyms are super intimidating. Especially if you feel like you don't fit in at one. I have battled weight my entire life. It is a constant up/down win/lose battle. When you are trying to do something to make yourself a better person it hurts extra hard to hear people talk about they way you do things, the speed you do them at or the way you look doing it.

 

[BikeFan]

QOTD: Do you feel guilty if you go on vacation and do not bring your running stuff?

I don't understand the question. Don't all vacations involve going to races? Of course I bring my running stuff!

I also have gym gripes. I hate people who sit on a machine and play on their phone.

Slightly worse are the people who take up two neighboring treadmills to chat with each other, and don't even walk/run on the treadmill! PSA: If it's not moving, it's not doing you any good. There are no significant health benefits achieved merely by standing on a treadmill for 20 minutes.

 

[KevM]

Random Question (I'm good at these )...
Do you count walking miles in your monthly mileage totals?

When it's nice out, DH and I enjoy going for 2-3 mile walks in the evening together and can't decide if I want to record them in my ol' journal.

I do, but that is because I have both running goals & walking goals that I try to hit.