The Official 2013 Wine and Dine Half Marathon Thread

[Ariel484]

Originally Posted by peachygreen

Yes it was the Galloway Time Goal Option. I was looking at it because 2 midweek runs of 30 minutes just didn't seem like enough, but I was not planning on doing 18 miles before the race.

I found this plan which seemed interesting, but I really don't know that I want to pay for a training plan.
http://www.runnersworld.com/race-tra...-plan-10-weeks

The Hal Novice 2 plan might be a good plan for me.

Yeah, when I was using the Galloway plan for the Princess Half I think there were weeks where I would actually add in a 4th run or extend the 30-minute runs just before it didn't feel like enough to me. I guess for some it works better to load most of the mileage on the weekends with longer long runs (Galloway plans) and others like to spread it out more throughout the week with more runs but shorter long runs (Higdon), or others do something different...there are just sooooo many options out there. And yeah, paying for a plan would stink when there are lots of free ones available online.

Originally Posted by Skpnw

I use an Amphipod hydration belt. I basically went to running stores and found one that could fit my phone. I need to run with my phone, not for music but just in case my kid's school calls I fill the water bottles but I don't always drink on the short runs, but I get used to the weight. I don't even notice it anymore. I use an iPod and I just clip it to the belt.

I used an Amphipod belt for awhile and liked it, but after I lost a bit of weight I found I couldn't get the stupid thing to sit comfortably on my hips anymore, even after re-adjusting time and time again. So for shorter runs I use this hand bottle:
http://www.amphipod.com/products/hyd...-handheld-lite

For longer runs (10 miles+) I have a Camelbak, which I really like:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00437XGNY

[OregonGirl]

Originally Posted by Skpnw

It is hard enough for me to run that far and going further than 13 without getting a medal seems a bit wrong!

Agreed!

Since we are still just under 6 months out, I am not doing any formal training plans yet and instead and just trying to either pound the pavement or hit the treadmill every other day. I got between 3-5 miles each workout and I am also trying to get back into weights for my upper body every 2 days or so. On the weekends I am trying to fit in one long run - between 7 - 10 miles. On an ideal weekend I'll do the gym/short run 3-4 days for a total of 4-5 workouts in a week. Sometimes its only 1-2 workouts in a week. I think I will get more serious and committed around July. As I mentioned DH and I are trying for a kid and so currently I am trying to get into "as good as shape as possible" pre-preggo.

Called about rooms the other day. Of course the Poly has to be one of the most expensive resorts, ugh. Probably isn't going to stop me but eesh! Also, some new developments - my parents are probably going to come! They want to take a Thursday - Tuesday mini-vacation and stay at the same hotel, so even though DH and I will head to Ft. Lauderdale Sunday morning for our week long cruise and even though the Thursday flight is different for us two couples, at least I will get to see them Friday - Saturday and we can all do MVMCP and the finish line party!

- Carey

[Figment1990]

Originally Posted by sully&mike

Just saying a Hometown Hi!!!


I work downtown Pittsburgh and my workweek training runs are all downtown.
Small world!

Hi!

That sounds fun! I love downtown Pittsburgh and miss working down there.

For anyone who patiently read my whine a few pages back about my stupid gardening foot injury, I have some resolution. I finally called a doctor who sent me for X-rays. Not broken or fractured! Not tendinitis! Probably just a sprain/deep bruise and should go away in a week or so. If I could dance, I'd do a happy jig! Can't wait to get back to running and working out!

Regarding fuel belts, etc... I have a small Nathan belt that I used for the race last year basically for my clif shot blocks (which I had already opened the package of). I don't have a hydration belt yet bc I don't usually run far distances out and back and am near water. I did stop at every water stop and had a little Gatorade and water at each stop. That really helped me that night. It took me several long training runs to figure out just how much I needed to drink the day before a long run. Don't forget that too.

I ran two 11 mile runs last year as my longest training runs. I was actually ahead a bit and so on track to go up to 12.5 and maybe 14 after the first 11 miler but then had some health issues that threw me off schedule. So I "crammed" the last four weeks leading up to the race did (6-8-11-4) I do not recommend that approach but it did turn out ok, despite some shin splints appearing the Tuesday before the race. I was glad tho that I had enough time to go up to 11 again, despite the messed up schedule. I guess what I'm saying is that don't forget that life might throw you a curve ball. If u plan on going up to 12 or 13 and then something happens, hopefully you will at least have time to get up to 10. I'm not a coach tho, so take my opinion w a grain of salt.

11 was definitely enough for me to feel confident that I would make it through 13.1. Although it was my second 11 that gave me that confidence. After my 9.5 and first 11, I thought I was going to die!

[shelleylmu]

Booked our flights tonight! Whoop whoop! Need opinions. We are booked with a total of 6 people in a 2 bedroom at SSR Friday to Tuesday. 4 of "us" are leaving on Monday. Is it worth the hassle for me and my DH to change rooms/resorts for 1 night. We are using out DVC pts for the stay.