Kolek planning to go pro
Not yet - my first marathon in two years is coming up on 11/6.I think I'm one of the only runners I know who hasn't loved the Chicago Marathon but glad it was a great experience for you.I've heard lots of good things about the Door County Fall 50 - glad you had good weather and fun.
What didn’t you like about Chicago? Granted, it was only my 2nd marathon but I’m not sure I’ll ever do a smaller marathon again. Found the Chicago experience so much better. Overall, just hoping Boston expands the ‘22 field size back to the norm (cut it nearly in half this year) so I can run it in the Spring. If I knock out Boston, I might be done with the marathon thing unless I find a way into NY. Have a great run on the 6th!!
Chicago had been so hyped to me by the time I did it and I think that didn't help. The big crowds aren't a big draw to me and I hated starting so late too - think I was in the third wave or so. I liked Fargo way more than Chicago. I think some of it is what you're looking for personally in a race.
Yep. Completely agree on finding a race that fits you at the time. Everything fell into place for me in Chicago so I’m still flying high from that. Hence, I’m all about the big city races…at this time. The Fall 50 was void of fan support (opposite of Chicago) but I loved every moment of it, also. I would definitely do more relay style runs.
I've never done a relay style run but I have many friends who have done a Ragnar and have said they really enjoyed them.
Just signed up for the #LovellStrong 5K Fun Run.So how many in this thread are running either in person or virtually?
Boston going back to 30K participants for ‘22 race.
Anybody have a good winter running sock recommendation?
https://darntough.com/collections/mens-running-socksThey're pricey, but well worth it.
What makes these winter specific? Not challenging, just curious.
Yes, don't run when it's too cold!
I'm running in person as much as I can - have a marathon in Kansas on Saturday.
Any particular ones you've found best for winter? I actually prefer to run in the cold than heat 😂 something about being one of the only people out in polar vortex weather motivates me.
How’d the race go? Hamstring hold up for the entire 26.2?
I have some smartwool socks for winter running that i like.I'd much rather run in cold weather than heat also and prefer training for spring marathons over fall marathons too because of that. I'm not crazy about ice but have yaktraks I use on the roads and got some microspikes to use on the trails last winter (didn't get to use them much with an injury - looking forward to more winter runs with those this season).
Got a pair from each of these. I'll report back as the winter continues and let you guys know which was more effective!