In honor of National Scavenger Hunt Day I created this Running Scavenger Hunt!
Keep an eye out for these things on your next run. Then add up your points and comment with your total.
Let me know if you see something super fun that’s unique to where you run too!
Have a good run!
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Hello! I feel like we talk about NOT comparing ourselves to others a lot on social media. We all know we shouldn’t compare our bodies or our lives to pictures on Instagram or Facebook. And you might think you’re really good at NOT comparing yourself to the people you follow on social media or in real life. You don’t compare your weight, body, hair, size of your nose, ability to plate a salad like you’re Martha Stewart… you know better than to judge yourself based on someone else’s measuring stick. Awesome!
But are you comparing your fitness level or running ability to someone else’s?? Let’s talk about it!
It’s one thing to say, “I wish I was that fast!” under an Instagram post. Sure that can be a different way to compliment someone – you’re telling them they’re fast!
But you also shouldn’t compare other fitness stats to someone else. Things like: your running pace, half marathon time (or any race distance time), body in race photos, number of races or miles run, etc…
If you want to compare yourself to someone else make sure that you stack it up compare yourself to someone has ALL the same physical traits, experience, financial resources, time, mental strength and access to running resources/information – before comparing.
So I put together a list of factors to consider before you compare yourself to another runner. If ALL of these are identical to your current situation… then, you can use someone else’s info to help you assess how you’re doing. But if you do find someone that has ALL of these factors exactly the same as you – they might be you from the future. And that means you have found a time machine and instead of comparing yourself… maybe just in the time machine and do something epic instead, okay?
You shouldn’t compare yourself to anyone else. You have different strengths and weaknesses than the people are you.
Instead of comparing yourself to someone else… track your progress. This is just you assessing your improvement based on your past or future goals and training.
Factors you can note to determine your progress:
How fast you can run a mile … 3 miles… or a set distance that you can use to assess performance
How much effort it takes to run a certain workout. Did it used to kill you to run a certain hill but now it’s easy peasy? Track that in a log using an effort scale.
Your race times.
Note – you have to set a goal if you want to be able to track progress. If you don’t have a specific factor to compare different points in your training – how can you know you are improving? If it’s not based on numbers then it’s just your opinion on that day. Then, you might end up measuring your progress based on how you feel any given day – which isn’t super helpful.
Set a goal. Be honest with your current fitness level. Log your training and progress. Learn from your mistakes. Celebrate your improvements. Keep going!
Homework:
Watch the new Amy Schumer movie… I Feel Pretty
Chime in on my daily Instagram Run Report today with your workout!
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Hello! I have a super easy and delicious 3 ingredient pancake recipe for you today! I’ve made 2 ingredient banana pancakes before and these are even better because the addition of oats makes them heartier, adds fiber and keeps you fuller longer. Boom.
These can be made gluten free when you use gluten free oats. (Oats are technically gluten free but can be contaminated with gluten so make sure they are officially g-free if you have an allergy to it.)
These are seriously super easy and only require 3 ingredients. Let me know if you make them! It makes 2 servings (in theory). I might have eaten all of it.
Ingredients:
Directions: Blend ingredients in blender on low until mixed. Set aside.
Grease and heat skillet on low. Pour batter onto skillet. Cook through on one side before flipping. (Don’t check too much or they’ll fall apart.)
Cooking time depends on size of your pancakes. Top with syrup, peanut butter or your favorite pancake toppings!
Enjoy!
Save the leftovers in the refrigerator.
Save this recipe for later on Pinterest:
Check out my other Healthy Breakfast Recipes here
And follow @RunEatRepeat on Instagram for the daily Run Report Check In – chime in with your run or workout for the day and stay accountable!
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Today we’re talking to Holly Zimmerman the author of Ultra Marathon Mom. She ran 160 miles across the Sahara Desert!! And she’s running the Mount Everest Marathon this week!!
Warm Up:
The first Half Marathon training group is doing amazing! I’m super proud of them!!
And a lot of you have been asking when the next group is starting and for a training plan that will help you lose weight, PR, run a sub-2 hour half marathon and more. So I’ve been working on a half marathon guide that covers all the bases! But it’s A LOT of information!
So I put together this Half Marathon Survey to see what you need to run your best half. Full disclosure – I don’t know how I’m going to launch this Half Marathon Training Plan but I’m hoping it will be available in June.
* Take the Half Marathon Survey 2018 here *
Holly Zimmermann is an athlete in the world of extreme sports, taking part in events ranging from mountain and desert ultras, mud runs, vertical ski touring and endurance bike races to running a marathon on the Arctic ice sheet. She holds a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering as well as an MBA and worked for many years in research & development for military applications before moving to Germany where she now lives with her husband and four children. Holly is an enthusiastic vegan and encourages a healthy lifestyle not only within her family but also through motivational speaking in companies, schools, at sporting events, and for local charities. Her recently released book ‘Ultramarathon Mom’ recalls some of her most amazing adventures and can motivate even the most stubborn couch potato to get up and get moving!
Get Ultra Marathon Mom on Amazon available now
How did you get started running?
How do you train for the mental part of running an ultra marathon?
Do you listen to podcasts or music while training for an ultra marathon?
What’s your favorite race?
You ran the Boston Marathon in 2013 and had just finished when the bombs went off… How has that impacted you and your running?
Thank you Holly!! Good luck on Everest!!
Follow Holly Zimmermann …
Upcoming races: Mount Everest Marathon and Marathon du Mont Blanc (tallest mountain in Europe)
Instagram: @the_ultramarathon_mom
Website: www.hollyzimmermann.com
Twitter: UltramarathonMom@gehmalaufen
Ultra Marathon Mom is available on Amazon and Barnes&Noble
Get Holly Zimmermann’s book – Ultra Marathon Mom on Amazon here
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And tag @RunEatRepeat letting me know what you’re doing while you listen!!
Awards: MOMS!!
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Hello! How was your running and eating this week? Here’s my round up of running, food, funny, random and updates from the week. Let me know if you have any questions! I’m sharing my daily updates of both my training and the run report pictures I post where everyone is welcome and encouraged to check in with their run, workout or rest day.
I didn’t post my run/workout for Tuesday or Thursday specifically on IG stories but this has most of my runs – Sunday was the half marathon, Monday – rest day, Tuesday – easy run and strength, Wednesday – 9 miles, Thursday – strength training, Friday- 9 miles.
Sunday – OC Half Marathon! Here’s my “Flat Runner” aka clothes laid out the night before the race. I have a race day morning routine video coming soon!
Orange County Half Marathon Recap is here.
Good morning!! Time to check in for Monday… What are you doing today?
@runeatrepeat … I ran the #ochalfmarathon yesterday so today I am taking a walk and stretching.
#RunEatRepeat #ocmarathon #10k #5k#c25k #medalmonday #runspo #tiucheckin#teamwr #runhappy #halfmarathon#motivationmonday #runnersofig
The real definition of net downhill race. It sounds fast but it can be a trick!
Sweet potato muffin recipe coming soon!
Because Taco Tuesday shouldn’t just be for dinner. Breakfast tacos!!
The suggested serving size doesn’t apply to me.
Egg muffins and toast for breakfast…
If you missed it – here’s the podcast on Foam Rolling vs Stretching. Note – It’s on the podcast with the OC Half Marathon recap.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Overnight Oats. I think it takes longer to say the name of this breakfast recipe than it does to actually make it!
Friday was ‘Eat What You Want Day’! Did you celebrate? Or do you celebrate everyday already?
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Try this easy and delicious overnight oats recipe! This healthy breakfast can be made gluten free, has whole grains, protein and chocolate!
This overnight oats recipe gives you an excuse to have chocolate for breakfast (in case you need one – I just say go for it). You can make this gluten free by using gluten free oats (some oats are processed in factories that process gluten).
Makes 2 servings
Directions: Mix all ingredients except chocolate chips. Divide into 2 containers and store in fridge overnight. Stir before serving and top with chocolate chips.
Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for a few nights so you can make this double batch and have it ready for multiple breakfasts (or make it for 2 people if you have a friend or something).
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Hello! Today we’re talking about the OC Half Marathon – my race results and comparing them to previous races. I’m answering a runner question about foam rolling versus stretching. And I’m super excited to give my friend the award for the week!!
Note: I received a free entry to the race and a discount code to share with my followers. I’ve run this race in the past and paid for it and I would have run it and paid for it this year but since they offered I was all about it. I’m not getting paid to review the it though.
Warm Up: OC Half Marathon recap…
Here’s my race wake up for the Orange County half marathon! I’ve run this race both the half marathon in the full marathon a few times so it’s a really good way to measure progress and fitness of level. I can compare how I felt and my finish time to the exact same course and see where I am with my running fitness.
I don’t have a super detailed breakdown of each mile but wanted to share my overall thoughts on the race and my running.
Last year it rained but most of the time the weather is pretty warm on race day. I didn’t think it was super hot but after the race I took a shuttle back to the start line and when I was on the bus realized I was drenched in sweat, 100% wet top and bottoms. Gross.
How I felt… Overall I felt pretty strong outside of the massive hill at mile 11. On the bright side… when I was walking up the hill I met a follower who felt the same way. I realized trying to run was killing my quads and I was going slower than if I would just try to walk it… so I walked.
Finish time: 1:45:09
Average Mile Pace: 8:02
Results on this race versus a few recent half marathons and last year’s OC half:
OC Half Marathon results 2018: 1:45:09 Pace: 8:02
OC Half Marathon recap 2017 – 1:47:25 Pace: 8:07
So I was faster this year, but I expected that since last year it was raining and I ran with a poncho for the first part of the race and was probably messing with that for a bit.
My most recent half marathons before this –
PCRF Half Marathon recap – 1:46:37 – average pace: 8:13 minutes per mile
Tustin Half Marathon recap podcast 71 – 1:48:47 – average pace 8:17
Surf City Half Marathon podcast episode 66 – Surf City Half Marathon finish time 1:43: 33 – average pace 7:53
Now I want to talk those facts and learn from them so I can do better on my next races!
How can I do better next time?
What do I need to work on?
What did I do well?
What I can learn: I’m okay on my fitness level – not way off from Surf City Half Marathon. I’m ready to work on my next running goal – physically and mentally.
My thoughts on the race:
Run Down: This runner just ran the Mt. Charleston Half and is super sore. Now should you foam roll or stretch to help alleviate that soreness?
Just finished the Mt Charleston Revel Half and am sooooooo sore. I was wondering if it’s better to foam roll or stretch when you’re sore and when to do which one.
I’m actually the only runner I know who loves to stretch (used to be a ballet dancer), but when I’m sore, it’s hard to do either.
Also, if you have already, or are going to answer this on the podcast, I listen to my subscriptions in order (I’m weird) so I’m still listening to the end of March.
Thanks!
Joan
www.JoanDuKore.com
How to alleviate soreness after a race:
1. Have a post-run recovery plan that includes: refueling, stretching, compression, ice (or ice bath), elevation, rest… Do what works for your body and the areas you are sore.
2. Don’t just sit or lay down for hours after the race. Get up and walk around every so often and stretch a bit if it feels right to your body. Try to keep yourself from getting too tight.
3. The next day – take a walk to warm up your muscles and then stretch your entire body head to toe focusing extra time on areas that are sore or tight. Don’t just stretch your favorite muscle groups or what feels good.
4. Foam roll any areas that you couldn’t get a good stretch AND areas that need special attention.
You should do both. They work together to help in recovery, rehab and injury prevention.
Benefits of foam rolling:
Benefits of stretching (static):
For more info:
Study on foam rolling and stretching
Strength and conditioning research on Foam Rolling
Regular long foam roller – this is the most popular and common one
Foam roller with pressure points
Foam Roller with contours – this is smaller overall and has contours for trigger points
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Awards:
1. Steve for qualifying for the Boston Marathon at the Revel Marathon! Sooooo proud of him!!!!!
Coach Steve was on Podcast Episode # 72
He’s the Sole Runners’ Running Coach (that’s their FB page) – they train for the Long Beach Marathon & Half Marathon (and LA Marathon but that just passed). Check it out if you want to join a running group with a great coach and super fun people. [ Sole Runners website ]
2. My new stabby mat… I mean acupressure mat.
After trying an accupressure mat that you step on I decided to get this Nayoya Accupressure Mat to take it to the next level. I like it! It’s weird! And I can’t tell yet if I like it because it’s weird or it really works or what … I need to use it for a while before I review but so far I like it!
3. The Whole Foods hot bar for being there for me after the race.
Thank you for listening!
If you have a question for me – email it to RunEatRepeat@gmail.com with Podcast Question in the subject line OR leave a message on the Run Eat Repeat voicemail 562 888 1644
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Ducks seem pretty big to fly.
How do I get to be friends with Amy Schumer?
Have I ever been to a real brunch?!
I need to add that song to my playlist… ( I have no idea what’s the name of the song or who sings it I just remember hearing a song that I liked at a friend’s house)
(someone tells me good morning catches me off-guard so I mumble back good morning)
*Contemplates whether or not they heard me for the next mile.*
I wonder if the water from the water fountain has a ton of lead…
**zones out for 2 miles**
Crap I never emailed so and so back!!
*Has the best idea for someone’s birthday gift!!* (Most likely this person’s birthday has just passed and I will have to try and remember this idea for a year.)
Also… baby ducks are the cutest thing! I love watching them grow each week around spring and try to stop and just enjoy them and take a few pictures every time I see them on the run.
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Hello! How’s it going? This is a post full of running and eating from the last few days! Plus – a list of reasons why running on the sand is good for you… but why I don’t run on the sand. I got a few questions about it after I posted a picture running at the beach. I was running on the bike path and just thought it looked nicer to run closer to the ocean for the picture.
I usually just walk on the sand if I’m at the beach and run on the bike or pedestrian path. But since I got questions about it I have a list below of reasons why it can be good for runners… and a list of reasons why I still don’t do it.
Here’s the recap of all my running, eating and random memes on Instagram and the RER Facebook page for the week.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack from one day this week. Anytime I post ‘what I’m eating’ style posts it’s not EVERYTHING I’m eating but more ‘some of the things I ate today not including 8 other snacks, half of my leftovers from the other night, 5 Costco samples and a candy I found in my purse’…
Confession… I love 7-11 coffee or I guess any gas station coffee with lots of flavors of coffee and creamers!
Friday nights are pizza night. It’s some sorta pizza law I think.
Just looking at this picture makes me want to stretch! That felt so good!
Everyone’s talking about their summer body and I’m over here like, ‘You know bathing suits stretch, right?’
I ran the OC half marathon today! And earlier this week I took over the @OCmarathon instagram stories…
Friday’s run…
Meal prep Monday! Because fruits and veggies are good for ya…
When someone says, “I hate running…” I just think they haven’t really tried it.
Sunday was a rest day but I got in a nice walk at the beach…. Ahhhhhh. It’s good for the body and soul.
26.2 taste tests while I’m cooking…
I have so many ripe avocados!!!
But when it comes to chips and guacamole – it’s never too much.
Running on the sand is hard!! A few people asked me about this after I posted a picture running on sand…
When I’m running at the beach I run on the paved bike / pedestrian path. I think running on the loose sand is way too hard and I don’t run races on sand so there’s not a ton of incentive to build up my endurance and foot/ankle strength specifically for running on sand.
I know that running or walking on the sand can help strengthen and stabilize muscles in your feet / lower legs and help with balance. But I think you can get those benefits from walking on the sand too. And you should probably do either barefoot to get the full benefits.
And running on sand or any unstable or unforgiving surface can put you at risk for an injury too. You have to weigh out the benefits and risks and factor in your body and your needs. So here are a list of reasons why running on sand can be good and a few reasons why I don’t do it.
And… I put together a list of reasons I don’t run on the sand because I started to question if I was being lazy.
Running on soft sand makes your body work more because the ground is moving with every step. It can also leave you vulnerable to injuries if you aren’t used to it. But if you want to run on the sand – go for it! It is super pretty and does make you a more well-rounded athlete. Just make sure you warm up, watch your step and listen to your body if you are going to run on the sand.
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