en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/777720 Comments by Rebecca1974 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-138/#IDComment138940866 Such good information! Thanks! Thu, 31 Mar 2011 21:48:40 +0000 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-138/#IDComment138940866 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=265#IDComment138207457 My bib # for Boston is 10914. My plan now is to run it strong, but for fun. Although if I'm feeling the "eye of the tiger" on race day I might go for a PR (previous PR is 3:28 from Portland 10.10.10). On 4/10 I'm running a trail relay race...my two legs total 13.6 miles. Used this as justification to get the Newton trails shoes, so I'm excited about that. Thanks again...you guys are awesome! -Rebecca :) Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:11:05 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=265#IDComment138207457 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=265#IDComment138207421 Such a good episode, thank you! I appreciate your honesty about stress and eating. I think that is true for a lot of people, including myself. I'm about 7lbs heavier than my last race weight, but that's all due to muscle (swimming and lifting). Its great, don't get me wrong, but its an adjustment to be bigger and have clothes fit differently, like you said. So the Bare Buns Run is a trail race, about half of which is on gravel. I'll definitely wear shoes! I'm with Stevie...LOVE my Vibrams for the gym, but I'm so happy in Newtons I'm not eager to mess with it for road running. Allan - I seem to remember you have a pair you bought an an Expo? Do you like them? Brandon's podcast got me into Newtons, and I can't imagine running in anything else. The triathalon I'm signing up for has a lake swim....just a few miles from my house. So I can go do some open water practice swims over there. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:10:54 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=265#IDComment138207421 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-136/#IDComment137900627 Thanks for another great episode :) Sun, 27 Mar 2011 14:44:38 +0000 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-136/#IDComment137900627 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-137/#IDComment137342614 Glad you're back on mondays! Thursday (its 5pm out here on the West coast) I'm at the kid's Tae Kwon Do class so I can't listen live. Looking forward to getting back on the live chat. Vitasorb sounds pretty awesome. Occasionally my stomach bugs me on long runs, and daily yogurt helps, but considering your success with this product it sounds worth giving a shot. I did buy some Stuffits, by the way and LOVE them. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 22:16:27 +0000 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-137/#IDComment137342614 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-137/#IDComment137342498 Thanks, Brandon. There are no lifeguards at 24 hour fitness, but I could talk to one of the trainers if there is an issue. There is one guy in particular, who will not share because as he told me "his flip turns start on the right and he pushes off on the left." Do you know why he does this? All other swimmers I see flip turn straight in and straight out again. Something I'm working on as well, but truthfully not very efficient at yet! I have had people ask to circle swim, but usually what I say is "I'm afraid I would just be in your way because I am pretty slow." Generally they will then agree to split the lane. I wanted to know circle swim etiquette so I could do it next time it comes up. Thanks for explaining...and good point about discussing what each person is doing. I'm often doing drills or intervals, and not always just continuous laps. -Rebecca Thu, 24 Mar 2011 22:15:42 +0000 http://brandonsmarathon.com/2011/03/ironbrandon-show-episode-137/#IDComment137342498 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=263#IDComment136585939 Hi Allan & Stevie- I for one hope you podcast forever! I enjoy your show and always learn something :) I will call, too, from Boston. Pre and post race. This week is my last long run before the race. Looking forward to it. I'm going to finally put my money where my mouth is and register for a sprint distance tri in August. I'm incredibly nervous, but its a very local race, and the course is along my usual running route. I'm also registering again for the Bare Buns Fun Run 5k (7/10)...gotta defend my title! I'm trying to recruit some runner friends this time. We'll see. Its not for everyone, although I was nervous last year and it turned out to be not a big deal at all. Thanks, Rebecca :) Mon, 21 Mar 2011 22:20:53 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=263#IDComment136585939 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=262#IDComment134934218 Currently I'm training for Boston (my 2nd, my husband's first...yay!). The week before Boston I'm doing a 50k trail relay (my teammates let me have the shorter legs, so my total mileage is about 9 or so). The training is going mostly well (I did have a little minor setback/injury a few weeks ago but I'm okay now.) I've been swimming a lot in the past 8 mos. and finding that is the very best cross-training I have done. My increased upper body and core strength make the end of long runs much easier, not to mention easy swim days seem to be great for recovery. Keep up the good work and thanks again! -Rebecca :) sorry...had to continue b/c it was too long Mon, 14 Mar 2011 22:27:03 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=262#IDComment134934218 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=262#IDComment134934180 Hi Allan & Stevie - good podcasting today, thanks! Allan - I'm wondering if/what you are listening to when you are on the elliptical for so long? Podcasts or music? Both? Just curious. Also, thanks for the swim talk. Sometime would you please talk a little about form? Brandon did a show on this topic awhile back and it was incredibly helpful. You seem like a very good swimmer and as a newbie its helpful to hear more experienced swimmers talking about drills, form, etc. Stevie - I have had great success doing my tempo runs on the treadmill. I can definitely sustain a faster pace longer than I can outside, and these runs have "trained" my legs to accept greater turnover for longer periods. I've noticed that doing a 60 min. tempo run once a week has a big effect on my other training runs. It isn't the most "fun" workout, but its short, and the getting through the boring-ness of the treadmill has helped me mentally on longer runs. Mon, 14 Mar 2011 22:26:46 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=262#IDComment134934180 http://www.parkedthoughts.#IDComment86699624 Thanks for the shout out and another great podcast! That race got me thinking about body image and how popular culture can distort our perceptions of ourselves. Being around a group of such welcoming, accepting folks was refreshing and a good reminder to always keep an open mind about new experiences, and the importance of getting out of my comfort zone. Allan - your triathlon talk has inspired me to start swimming. Congrats on your accomplishments. I think you guys are fantastic! Wed, 14 Jul 2010 22:19:57 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.#IDComment86699624 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=184#IDComment64510300 I had never heard of P 90 X until you talked about it, but it sounds awesome. I've been a runner for years but only in the past 6 mos. have I added serious strength training and power yoga. The power yoga (hot yoga, 90 min, 3x a week) has been fantastic for my running! I feel much stronger, and my running posture has definitely improved. All that core and upper body work has helped me to be faster (or at least I feel stronger and can run faster). I would love for this to translate into a PR...lol. I hope, Allan, that you get a similar good result with the P 90 X workout. Cheers! Rebecca Sun, 28 Mar 2010 21:16:41 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=184#IDComment64510300 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=184#IDComment64510288 Hi Allan & Stevie - Thanks for another great podcast. I always listen during a long run. Your friendly demeanor and general cheerfulness help keep me motivated :) My Boston training is going well (I took your advice and have stopped running in the Vibrams until after the race). I received my "welcome packet" and bib number p/u card in the mail. My bib # is 16019. The packet is very cool. They send a little booklet of information all about the race. Plus the ads are great - there's lots of marathon related goodies to buy. I'm getting excited about the race, although I definitely am nervous. (cont) Sun, 28 Mar 2010 21:16:29 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=184#IDComment64510288 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=178#IDComment58861157 Hi Allan & Stevie - Thanks for another great show. The BodyGlide talk cracked me up! I had a similiar chafing experience as the woman you mentioned, after I ran the Seattle Rock 'n' Roll marathon last summer (my BQ race!). I was running in Mizuno baggy shorts and had no idea about the chafing until after the race. My husband met me at the finish line and pointed out my "issue." Thank goodness for space blankets....I wrapped myself from the waist down to avoid further embarassment! I was surprisingly painful and took about 3 weeks to fully heal. Needless to say, I have been running in Sugoi tights ever since! I really enjoy your show, and thanks for turning me on to Brandon's marathon/IronBrandon podcast as well. He is awesome! Cheers- Rebecca Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:40:39 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=178#IDComment58861157 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=171#IDComment56869927 Hi Allan & Stevie - Its been about 2 weeks since I bought a pair of Vibrams, and I wanted to tell you that its going very well. I enjoy the freedom and the general fun of running in them! I should say, however, that my mileage is limited. I keep my Vibram runs under 2 miles. Not because I don't enjoy the runs, but because I am training for Boston and am wary (or terrified!) of making any big changes to my running routine. After the race, I am going to try some longer runs. I feel like the Vibrams will help strengthen my ankles, an area I have had problems/injuries with in the past. The podcast is great! Keep up the good work! Cheers, Rebecca Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:01:48 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=171#IDComment56869927 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=169#IDComment54691942 Sorry to post twice, but my first comment was too long. I also wanted to add that I'm one of the lucky Hornet Juice winners, but still waiting for my sample. I'm excited to try it, and will definitely report my results. I'm currently on a training plan (Hal Higdon's, which I've used before) and will be running Boston in April. Thanks and cheers, Rebecca A Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:27:31 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=169#IDComment54691942 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=169#IDComment54691849 Hi Allan & Stevie - Thanks for another great podcast! I'm very interested, Stevie, to hear how you like the Vibrams. I'm going to try some, too. I admit to being a runner who doesn't like to stop jogging in place while waiting to cross the street. Although a few months ago I was listening to another podcast, and the host made the point that if you're out running, why keep jogging in place because, hey, you're already out running. Why not take a short break? I see the point. Usually I'm doing it because I'm listening to some good tunes and I don't want to stop moving. But I can see that its good to slow down, check in and enjoy the scenery a bit. My compromise has been to dance a little and sing out loud while I'm waiting. I'm generally feeling so great that this doesn't seem silly at the time at all! Thanks, Rebecca A Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:26:38 +0000 http://www.parkedthoughts.com/blog/?p=169#IDComment54691849