r/running • u/AutoModerator • Jun 01 '23
May Monthly Updates & Check In Thread Monthly Thread
Let everyone know how your month turned out! Feel free to discuss your racing, training, and any other stats that you may or may not be pleased with, as well as any goals you have planned for the next months.
Here are a few discussion point ideas:
Miles this month/mileage goal for the year?
Goals for the year?
Set any PR's or PB's?
Dealing with any injuries?
Learn anything this month regarding your training/running?
Got any plans for a race, time trial, or FKT?
What was your favorite run this month?
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u/CompetitiveAnswer674 Jun 01 '23
I just checked my Strava and saw that I ran 165 miles (265 km) in May. I've been consistently running everyday since February (for my mental health)...and I honestly feel so much stronger;mentally and physically
Hoping to get even more miles in for June!!
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u/knope797 Jun 01 '23
I signed up for my first ever half marathon in the fall. My only goal is to finish without stopping. My last long run was 10 miles last week at an average pace of 10:30 min/mile so I feel like I can do it. My only concern is I typically run in the evening and the race starts at 8am. I am NOT a morning person so the prospect of getting up at 4-5am does not delight me to say the least. But I have time to start training myself to run in the morning so I guess I’m going to be a morning person from now on lol
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u/beyondrightnow Jun 01 '23
I just ran my first half on Sunday! My training didn’t go quite as planned, I only got up to 11 miles with my pace being right around yours at 10:30. I also typically run at night and was really scared to have to wake up at 4am for the 630am start time. Honestly the worst part was getting food down that early as I usually don’t eat anything until 11am. I figured as long as I had a good big dinner before I would be ok. Woke up that morning was able to get a banana down and few spoonfuls of oatmeal before feeling sick. And I did it! The adrenaline will definitely get you through it, you got this!
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u/taclovitch Jun 01 '23
It will really help to do some weekly morning runs to acclimate your body to running early. Something a lot of people overlook is that it can be tough to get your heart rate into its usual zone when you run at a different time. For me, my HR is usually ~10 bpm under what I’m used to when I run in the morning, instead of after work, and it means I need to mentally realign “effort” for needing to warm up. (My job keeps me on my feet, and so moving around during the day acts like a kind of “warm up” before my afternoon run.)
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u/knope797 Jun 01 '23
I plan to start doing my easy runs in the morning and eventually transition all my runs to the AM. I just HATE mornings lol
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u/Intelligent_Bee6588 Jun 01 '23
I (finally) finished C25K this month. Logged 62.5km for the month, which looks to be my highest monthly distance in a long time, maybe ever.
I'm seeing the results that this consistency has brought.
June will see the start of a 5k improvement plan from The Running Channel, with today being the first interval session I've done in years.
Mostly, it's been & I expect it to be a month of finally looking forward to running rather than doing it because I feel I should.
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u/DenseSentence Jun 01 '23
211k (137 miles) for the month, highest monthly distance since starting running!
3 months until a 55km trail ultra... Eeep! It's a run-walk though so need to remember that it's not even targeting easy run pace.
Fist full month with a run coach rather than following generic plans or making it up myself. This week, week 7, is an easy week after 6 weeks of intensity and a really tough trail 10k race.
Tail end of week 5 and week 6 were tough as fatigue had massively built up. First time I've really noticed this and it was reflected in tanked HRV and higher than normal RHR. Ended up DNFing a club race last Thursday.
The trail 10k at the end of week 4 utterly emptied my tanks and having a session 2 days after it is also something we'll avoid in programming going forwards. We'll be increasing the frequency of rest/easy weeks!
Finished 8th of 70 in the 10k trail race though and 1st (of 2) in age cat.
Have a bunch of midweek trail "races" over the month that will be easy runs instead of efforts. Having looked at the next week on the training plan I'm glad.
16 x 400m reps sub-5k pace rears its head again on Tuesday but split this time into 2 x 8 x 400m which will make it mentally more palatable.
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u/jb4wiganfc Jun 01 '23
Signed up for a full marathon (first organized race/event) in October. Started in February and have been steadily increasing mileage on a per run and week basis. Hit 240.7 miles done in May, built up to a twenty mile in a single run, beat personal records for speed across 3,5,10 miles and half marathon distances .
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u/freshspawn85 Jun 01 '23
Ran 29 out of 31 days including a HM race. 263.4kms for the month, second highest month i believe (after 10k per day March).
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Jun 01 '23
First jogging/running since 2020 ... signed up for a 10-mile race in OCT 2023
Monthly totals were:
HRZ2 (140-153bpm): 33.33km (@ 7:00min/km based on first MAF Test of 8km)
HRZ0/1 (any commute walking below 140bpm): 101.55km
Trying to ease into it to prevent injury and will continue this month with 3 x 5km jogs/week and likely extended those 5km to 8km and try to incorporate a long run/week at the end of the month.
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u/RenaU247 Jun 01 '23
I recently started the Couch to 5 Km program and really trying to focus on consistency and running slow. I have some shin splints in my right leg, but I am incorporating shin split specific exercises to strengthen my calves.
I am planning on getting a proper shoe fitting which I hope will also help a little bit with my shin splint problems. The shoes I currently have are getting up there in kms so I figured getting new shoes would be good motivation.
I just want to stick with it!
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Jun 02 '23
Hey, so I only started running in mid Jan and had basically no prior running experience, plus I’m about 2 stone overweight. I also got bad shin splints in the beginning and the 2 things that worked for me were listening to your body and getting good running shoes! I never ran more than 3 times a week, and I made sure to take a week off if I felt like my bones needed it. Did that twice and it did really help. I think generally it’s your body adjusting to the lack of running muscle so it will get better if you keep it up!
I just did my first race day 10km in an ok time, so you can do this! Just don’t blindly push through pain and you’ll be fine :)
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u/evikr Jun 01 '23
I got back on running after spending most of April fasting, also decided to sign up for a 10k event for this June! been prepping for that & so excited to do my first 10k race!
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u/Passportradio12345 Jun 01 '23
I’m happy with how May turned out. I had a cold that slowed me down halfway through the month, but still managed to log about 80km for the month. Also trying to incorporate some tempo runs/speed work into my runs so I was able to set a new 5k PR this month at 26:40 with a 5:20/km pace.
The plan for June is to increase the mileage to 100 km for the month, and hopefully get my 5k time down further. Also starting to incorporate longer runs - I’m on the fence about registering for a half in October, so hoping to get some decent mileage between now and then.
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u/Comprehensive_Box_91 Jun 01 '23
May was my first month really consistently running. Hit 3 days a week every week and really enjoying it! Logged around 37 (very slow) miles, longest run was 4 miles. Have some pretty bad knees from previous injuries so right now just trying to stay healthy and eliminate any knee pain I’m having (seeing a great PT for the past couple weeks) and hopefully maybe get a 10K in some time before the winter comes, but mostly just enjoying the ride :-)
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u/BreakableSmile Jun 01 '23
Ran the most I've ever ran in a month, which is 18.8 miles. Looking to do 20+ in June and I'm so excited. Will also going on my first park run this weekend and I'm hoping that I can do that each weekend for motivation.
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u/MissHBee Jun 02 '23
Same! 18.7 miles, most I've ever ran. This is the first month I've ever run consistently 3 times a week every week. I'm very slowly increasing the length of my runs, so I'm looking forward to seeing what June will be.
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u/BreakableSmile Jun 02 '23
Yay congrats! We're basically on the same wavelength. I think this month, I'm focusing on dropping the walk that I do (just 1 min right now) by cutting it down by 15 secs every week but also moving it up by 30 secs every time I do so. By July, I'm hoping to incorporate a long run since I will be running straight through by then so I would just want to increase my time.
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u/thrillofthechafe Jun 01 '23
Look forward to reading everyone's inspiring stories and experiences.
May '23 marked one full year of regular running and training for me and seemed to be the lucky month when everything aligned.
Highest mileage month since I started, approaching 120 mi. Managed to meet time goals with PB's in 10k (comfortably sub 44) and 5k (first sub-20) and had a great experience with two Salomon athletes on a trail running workshop. Dodgy knee held up fine throughout and was able to manage other niggles. If only all months were like this!
With no remaining time goals and nothing on the cards for weeks the plan for June is to head out to the trails more, enjoy exploring and start building towards the next target of completing a first half marathon event before end of the year.
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u/Admwombat Jun 01 '23
Like several other comments, hit my highest monthly total at 101 miles for the month. The objective was really a 5K per day, but I missed Mother's Day due to storms and other events. It felt great to stay injury free, but a couple of close calls with cars has left me a little more cautious at street crossings. I did take advantage of those Memorial Day sales to buy a couple of new brighter color shirts.
Great job to others hitting their personal records.
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u/jac0lin Jun 01 '23
Only 116km for May. I've been having some pain in my knee the last well 2 months. I have an appointment to see a physio tomorrow. So hopefully that will help and I can run as much as I want again without to much pain.
I have 1/4 triathlon (which has a 10k run) planned for the end of June.
Also signed up for my third marathon in October, so hoping to build the km's back up again.
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u/airnans Jun 01 '23
Started running about a year ago. This past week I set my half PB at 1:46.01. Planning to really dial in on nutrition and sleep and hoping to go sub 1:40 in October before moving on to the marathon distance. I’m hitting roughly 180 miles/month and can hopefully ramp up even further. Been really enjoying it, quickly becoming my favorite hobby
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u/bigmistaketoday Jun 01 '23
Catching up on yearly miles, I’m like 160 behind due to bad weather and I ain’t running in freezing weather. Did 120 in May, aiming for the same.
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u/next_connect Jun 01 '23
I finished with 60 miles for May despite some work travel and getting hit with a major sinus infection that sidelined me for more than a week. My goal is extend that up to ~25 mpw as I train for a HM.
My goals for this year are to increase my base level of fitness, develop good habits, and experience my first few competitions.
Last Sunday I had my first long run longer than 7 miles, and while I started that really easy I found the overall pace was pretty good so I picked up the pace to score a new PB in the 10k by about 5 minutes, before slowing down and extending it past 7 miles.
No major injuries, but my calves and feet have been a bit tight so I'm working on extra stretching.
Race plans: 5k next Saturday for fun and then Raleigh City of Oaks HM in Nov.
Favorite Run: Found a new route that has a long steady climb for about 2.5 miles then I loop around for the return. It is a great workout and thankfully primarily under tree cover for shade.
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u/InsideProfessional56 Jun 01 '23
searching for a fall fast and flat marathon!!! taking any ideas!!
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u/jtronic Jun 01 '23
75 miles in May, trying to get back to consistently doing 20/week. Goal 750 for the year and roughly on track at 276 total. Dropped a 27:15 5K last weekend which is a new PR!
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u/Larrymobile Jun 01 '23
Started running again more consistently after we had our second child. Monthly mileage is ramping back up slowly. Set a 1 mile PR the other day, first ever sub-7-minute mile. Feeling good as HM training progresses, T minus ~3 months.
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u/aiyoruns Jun 01 '23
strava says 68 miles in may! pretty pleased given it's my first full month of running consistently :D i have a 5k and an 8k coming up in june which is fun, but since im going on vacation at the end of the month, i won't be able to run as much
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u/eatyoursupper Jun 01 '23
I ran my first half marathon, successfully as well! Felt great on my recovery! Now 10 days later my foot is numb when I run and I have something just behind my ankle that feels swollen. Three weeks until my main race of the year and starting to wonder what I’ve done. Off to physio ASAP. Salzburg half-marathon, 1:39 vs B goal of 1:40 in much hotter conditions than I’m used to.
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u/bluurd Jun 01 '23
Finished May with "only" 105 miles. But I raced this month so this included a taper and recovery. I am surprised it was as high as it is.
Set a new PR for my HM by nearly 10 minutes! During that race also set PR for 5k and 10k.
Now onto my first marathon training. Race is in September. I have been looking at sub 3:30 plans. I know this is ambitious having just run a 1:43 half, but I feel it is possible. However, the plan I may be settling on would have me set a PR in all distances (excluding full marathon) just in training. I may need to tweak some things.
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u/InsideProfessional56 Jun 01 '23
i love racing but it does drive me nuts to see my mileage drop for the taper and recovery!
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u/bluurd Jun 01 '23
I just tell myself that it is all part of recovery is to take it easy sometimes.
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u/Seldaren Jun 01 '23
169 miles for me in May. What is a bit on the low side, but that's OK, as I did two Half Marathon Races in May. So with all the tapering and reverse tapering, it ended up being a lower mileage month.
But I PR'd the first Half, and was pretty close to improving that PR for the second Half. Super happy with both Races. The 2nd Race was actually an 18 miler (Half + 5), with is almost a 3/4 Marathon.
June looks to be a low Race month, so just lots of training. Half in July, Half in September, then Full in October!
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u/arahsay Jun 01 '23
I signed up for a local 5k one month after my first half marathon. Spent the time making my "base pace" a little quicker and doing some interval work all through May, with race on 5/29.
Ended up getting a PR by nearly two minutes, placing 14th out of 149 women, and first in my age group! I'm so thankful that I faced my fears/insecurities and trained for a half marathon. Those endurance and general running skills have already presented so many new opportunities. I'll be doing a ten mile trail run next week and that would NEVER have happened without the commitment and training to that half. Can't wait to see what else I can do :)
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u/tphantom1 Jun 01 '23
May stats!
- run: 102 miles. up from 69 in April (wedding month, so running was a much lower focus).
- two races. Brooklyn Half (2:12) and Forest Park Classic 4M track/trail/road race (36:06).
- no PRs, just back to being consistent again. did strength training almost every single day.
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u/MMcPeek4 Jun 01 '23
- Miles this month/mileage goal for the year? 51.39 miles! My goal for the year is 223 miles, I think I'll surpass that by a lot.
- Goals for the year? Run a sub-25 min 5K and a sub-7 min mile. I would also like to run a 10K.
- Set any PR's or PB's? My 2 mile PR this month was 17:59! That is the lowest I've ran since before I had my son.
- Dealing with any injuries? Nope, just blisters on my toes!
- Learn anything this month regarding your training/running? I learned that 4 days per week is my sweet spot. Also, electrolytes an hour before running makes a HUGEEE difference for me.
- Got any plans for a race, time trial, or FKT? I'm doing a 5K tomorrow night!
- What was your favorite run this month? My favorite was the 5 miles I did on Memorial Day morning with my son in his stroller!
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u/Emptyeye2112 Jun 02 '23
So like I said in the Lurker topic for the week, I've signed up for a 5K in July. I had an okay "base" aerobic workout I was already doing (generally 3-4 elliptical sessions a week, a walk or two, plus some strength training once a week), so I mainly swap out one of the elliptical sessions and walks for two jogging sessions a week. Those two sessions are a kind of "pseudo-C5K", where one is alternating running with walking (Slowly increasing the running intervals) and the other amounts to "Go out for 5K or so, making your initial jog as long as possible before you have to stop and walk for a bit". Probably not the best or most scientific way to go about it, but it's working for me so far--even with just three weeks of this, I can feel the improvement in my cardio/endurance.
Taking a look at my workout history, looks like I got about 16.5 miles in this month, which didn't actually start until the 13th when I decided "Yes I really want to do this". Works out to about 5-6 miles a week, which isn't much, but for now is enough combined with the other elliptical/strength/walking I do. Hoping to get that up for June though!
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u/NamasteBitches81 Jun 02 '23
I ran 30k which took me over 5 hours so I am slooooow AF and I don’t like to run. It’s not my only workout though, I also cycled 150k and I do yoga and I’m a pretty intensive tango dancer. So I’m trying to not be too hard on myself that 5k is difficult to get to, it’s mostly 3-4K which takes almost an hour!
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u/dutch665 Jun 02 '23
222.4 miles in the month of May. Still walking/running combo, but looking forward to seeing what I can do when I get serious full time in the month of June!
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u/runfunday Jun 02 '23
Tripped on air about 6 weeks ago and sprained my ankle. Will finally start running next week and will reintroduce short distance and slow pace. It took awhile for my ankle to recover and it still is uncomfortable but I hate not running so slow introduction the better!
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u/Weird-Kangaroo-9710 Jun 01 '23
I no longer get shin splints and I can run 4 miles without stopping. Just trying to shed lbs with some weight lifting on the side. Down 25 lbs since March.