“What do I trust – my heart rate monitor, or my own body?” Today’s Easy Run felt light, fluid, and strong. My breathing was controlled. My mind was calm.But my watch? It claimed I was running hotter than I felt. This isn’t the first time my perceived effort (RPE) and heart rate haven’t seen eye […]
Thought of the Day: I Feel GREAT… But My Watch Says I Shouldn’t! Read Post »
Running Journey🧠 Conundrum of the Day, Actually This morning’s puzzle: Garmin thinks I can run a sub-2-hour half. Strava says 2:20+. That’s a pretty wide gap. Who’s got the better crystal ball? One’s using physiology and VO2 max. The other is watching my pacing. Both are helpful, but neither feels quite right. Naturally, I fed the
Thought of the Day: Why Are My Race Predictors So Far Off? Read Post »
Running JourneyThe Conundrum That Sparked a Deep Dive You lace up, track your training, put in the klicks or miles, and check your devices hoping for some feedback. And then you see it: your Garmin race predictor says you could run a sub-2 hour half marathon, while Strava suggests you’ll be closer to 2:20. So who’s
Why are My Garmin and Strava Race Predictors so far off? I asked AI. Read Post »
Running JourneyEvery long run has a rhythm, a turning point, and if you’re lucky, a moment of flow. On June 29, I ran 11.1 km over 1 hour and 20 minutes, and what unfolded was a masterclass in effort regulation, fueling strategy, and physiological feedback. Let’s break down the anatomy of a long run, using real-time
Anatomy of a Long Run: Breaking Down the Distance, Step by Step Read Post »
Marathon Build, Running Journey, TOWaterfront40KWoke up early. Still got cooked. Some days, effort feels like fire.But that’s just the body adapting.The hard runs write the stronger chapters. Could have used this on my runs.Running under the Heat Dome.Running through sprinklers: not just for kids anymore.
Thought of the Day – June 25, 2025 Read Post »
Running JourneyThe 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”
3/06/2025 Training Log – Tempo Troubles and Ice Road Adventures Read Post »
P50F Training Log, Pacing Strategies, Running Journey, Winter RunningThe 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
Weekly Recap – Week 7: February 24-March 2 Read Post »
Category: Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Health & Wellness, Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Rest & Recovery, Running & Recovery, Running Journey, Weekly RecapThe 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
03/02/2025 Training Log: Runny Nose, No Runny Toes Read Post »
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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
02/27/2025 Training Log: ‘Slickery’ When Wet Read Post »
P50F Training Log, Tempo Runs, Winter RunningWhen 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
Why I Like (Low) Heart Rate Training Read Post »
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