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3/06/2025 Training Log – Tempo Troubles and Ice Road Adventures

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The Plan: Tempo Run. 50-60 Minutes: Pre-Workout Fueling: The Execution: The run started off well enough, but about 12 minutes into the Tempo segment, things got…interesting. Early March means winter is in full mood swing—one day a deep freeze, the next a thaw. This means water, ice, slush, and unpredictable terrain. I encountered several “lake-sized” […]

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P50F Training Log, Pacing Strategies, Running Journey, Winter Running

Weekly Recap – Week 7: February 24-March 2

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The Road to Georgina Spring Fling Half Marathon The Week That Was: A Tissue of Lies Every training cycle has its peaks and valleys, and this week had a bit of both. It started with a solid interval session, hit some slick terrain midweek, and then… well, let’s just say the most consistent movement by

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Category: Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Health & Wellness, Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Rest & Recovery, Running & Recovery, Running Journey, Weekly Recap

03/02/2025 Training Log: Runny Nose, No Runny Toes

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The Plan: Long Run. 80-100 Minutes: The Reality: If yesterday’s image was a clue, then today’s reality is the full-blown answer. Despite my hopes, this cold wasn’t bluffing. My long run plans were ambitious—my sinuses were more so. Instead of ticking off kilometers, I spent my morning reaching for tissues. Call it a different kind

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Half Marathon Training, P50F Training Log, Rest & Recovery, Running & Recovery, Running Journey

02/27/2025 Training Log: ‘Slickery’ When Wet

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The Plan: Warm Up. 10-20 Minutes: Main Set. Repeat 3 times: Cool Down. 10-20 Minutes: Report: Snow was forecast. I thought I could avoid the potential mess with an early start. I consumed my pre-workout drink mix, so in 30 minutes I was hitting the pavement. Committed! The gently falling flakes glistened when backlit by

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P50F Training Log, Tempo Runs, Winter Running

Why I Like (Low) Heart Rate Training

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When I first started running, my understanding of heart rate training was, well, a bit…basic. I knew my heart had to beat (thank you, biology), but the idea of training within specific heart rate zones? That was a foreign concept. Over time—and with the help of experience, research, and a trusty heart rate monitor—I’ve come

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Heart Rate Training, Running After 50, Running Journey, Training Tips

Weekly Recap: February 17-23, 2025

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Another week of training is in the books! This week had a bit of everything—highs, lows, adjustments, and learning moments. Here’s how it all shook out: Training Summary: Key Takeaways: Looking Ahead: Next week, I’ll focus on building consistency and refining my pacing, with particular attention to staying in my target heart rate zones. Recap,

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Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Running Journey, Weekly Recap

02/23/2025 Training Log: Sunday Long Run – Finding My (Heart) Beat

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Today’s Plan: Long Run. 75-90 Minutes: Long run in Zone 2 heart rate (under 136 bpm) Pre-Workout: Low-carb meal prior to workout, but not fasted. I opted for a balanced approach, aiming to avoid the dreaded energy crash mid-run. My tasty brekkie of 2 eggs scrambled, 3 strips of bacon-style turkey and some avocado fit

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Marathon Training, P50F Training Log, Running After 50, Winter Running

Feb 22, 2025 – Thoughts of the Day

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While I appreciate the treadmill and its many benefits such as controlled pacing, consistent terrain, safety from harsh weather, and the ability to catch up on my favorite shows, or whatever, nothing beats running in the great outdoors—the fresh air, the ever-changing scenery, and the simple joy of moving through the world under my own

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Thoughts of the Day, Treadmill Running, Winter Running

02/21/2025 Training Log: Some Days, It’s Just Not Your Day

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The Plan: After yesterday’s sciatica concerns, today was my chance to tackle the delayed workout: Warm Up: Main Set: Cool Down: Pre-Workout Fueling: The Reality: I started with a solid warmup—15 minutes at 4.0 mph and 1% incline on the treadmill, plus some dynamic stretches. I felt good, cautiously optimistic. But as the main set

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Aches & Pains, Motivation & Mindset, P50F Training Log, Running Journey

Rebounding from Posterior Tibial Tendonitis: Lessons Learned the Hard Way

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Not too long after my third Half Marathon and not too long after the first pandemic lockdown in 2020, I set my sights on a new challenge: the BMO Vancouver Marathon. It felt like the logical next step—a natural progression from 21.1K to 42.2K. But what I thought was a bold step forward quickly turned

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Fit Happens, Injury Recovery, Lessons Learned, Marathon Training, Running After 50, Running Journey, Strength & Mobility
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