So it seems that 2012 is determined to teach me to be more flexible with my plans. Remember Plan C, running Ragnar Northwest Passage? Now I’m on to Plan D. Unfortunately it doesn’t look like an endurance relay is going to happen this year. I’m not giving up on a relay. I’m just postponing it until next year. When I finally made the decision to postpone a relay I sent Chad an email to let him know that
- I would not be running Ragnar in July.
- I want to run a 50K instead.
- A Color Run 5K and Color Me Rad 5K are coming to Cincinnati and I want to run, if not both, at least one of them. His reply…
With me so clearly not being a go-with-the-flow kind of person I laughed at myself and thought…this is me being flexible! Just going with the flow :)
So, on to Plan D. I’m determined to try and run an ultra of some sort this year so my new goal is to run a 50K in the fall. That’s 30.07 miles! Yikes!
Chad has been trying to get me to run Germantown 50K Trail Run with him (it was his first ultra). It’s a possibility but not ideal with wanting to run 2 half marys in September and one of them being my goal race for the year. I’ll find something and make it work!
I was curious about times. How long does it take to run 30 miles? Last year’s Germantown results if you’re in the top 10…
On the other hand you have almost 10 hours of running. And it should not go without saying that’s 10 hours of trail running!
I’ll end this week’s Fitness Friday post with this. Just because I like it 
Its it in your nature to be flexible and go with the flow? Have you or would you run an ultramarathon? Have you run any of the “color” 5Ks?
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Good luck with your plans, I hope that they work out for you. Ultra’s scare me, you are one tough cookie for even thinking of running one!
I am def not a go with the flow type person! I joke with my friend that I even schedule my poos! LOL
If I think about it too long I start to freak out about running 30 miles. What am I thinking?!?!?
Going with the flow is not as easy as it sounds
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
Best of luck with your plans. I have no plans on running an ultra, I’m working my way to maybe doing a 10K this year.
The color rad race looks like a blast. I wanted to do it but because of the corn starch used we have to pass because of allergies to corn. I did do a muddy buddy and it is still one of my favorite races.
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Monica, let me know if you decide to run a 10K. I can cheer you on!!
I’ve been wanting to reg for an obstacle run since last year when my son and husband ran a Warrior Dash. Possibly a Mudatholon will be added to my calendar
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
Funny you mentioned the color Run because I keep checking my email for updates about the Charlotte Color Run. It hasn’t opened for registration yet but looks like so much fun!
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We have a Color Run coming up here in Louisville as well — I just don’t think I’ll be back in the swing of things by then. Plus, I hate running in the dead of summer.
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The “color” runs seem to be happening more and more often all over the country. I’m sure you’ll have another opportunity when you feel ready.
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
My husband tends to say the same thing. It’s always something.
So sorry you aren’t sound the relay. That looked so fun.
I really want to do a color run or a mud race. They look amazing!!!
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When I first read Chad’s reply I wasn’t sure if it was good or bad. I think I drive him crazy sometimes
Not running the relay is such a disappointment. 2013? Want to join me? We can put together a team
Color and mud! Adding them both to my race calendar for this year
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
Good luck on figuring out your options.
I did do the color run this year – here is my recap http://www.runnermaybe.com/2012/05/color-run-seattle.html – it was fun and I was already trying to talk my hubby into doing Portland.
Hi Jen. Thanks for the link. Off to check it out now.
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
Wow! a 50K Ultra!!! the most I have done is 26.2! I hope you do well and get the time you are looking for! Flexiblity in Fitness is so important… the point is to mix it up when you need to and never stop! Blessings~
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You’re so right Danise! I think I drive my husband crazy sometimes
Constantly mixing it up!
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
Good for you for being flexible! Wow, a 50k! I have never done an ultra and don’t really have the desire to. Maybe there is another full marathon in my future, but nothing more than that. Can’t wait to hear about which race you decide on:)
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Thanks! Who knows. The 50K this year may be my only. I’m not sure if ultra running is for me but I have to try at least once.
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
Ug. Flexible….! You sound like you are taking it well. What happened with Ragnar!? Anyway, I think 50k is doable. There is a website you can find out where they are and how full they are as far as signups go… it’s http://ultrasignup.com/ It’s nice because you can sort it by which ones are almost full, or by month or by length…whatever! I am thinking of doing the Skyline 50k in Castro Valley if you feel like traveling!
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Ragnar is temporarily postponed due to 2 kids (we only expected one) that need braces this year. $$$$$!
Rest assured that I will be emailing you later in the year to plan a 2013 relay team
Thanks for the link!
I wish I could travel to run the 50K with you. That would be awesome! Maybe next year
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
I am SO the opposite of “go with the flow!”
An ultra sounds great! I think if I were to run an ultra I would go with a 50K as well. I’ve often heard/read that if you can do a marathon, you can do a 50K, it’s just a mental game at that point. I don’t know how true that is, but it’s a nice thought.
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I’ll keep that in mind when I’m freaking out in a what-am-I-thinking kind of way
Going with the flow feels like swimming upstream to me!
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
I tned to be flexible and go with the flow as long as it fits with my plans
I have thought about a relay for a long time and finally registered for a 50K in July, a little nervous about. Good luck figuring out a race.
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Now that’s my idea of going with the flow
Any tips or suggestions on running/training for a 50K?
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
An ultra sounds like fun! Maybe one day I will be that brave. It all depends on what is going on as to whether or not I tend to go with the flow. I’m pretty easy going for the most part so I have to really be on a tight schedule not to be flexible.
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Going with the flow feels like I’m swimming upstream
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
oh I’m bummed you aren’t going to do the Ragnar – I’m running it and was hoping we’d get to meet IRL! I have never run an ultra, but I think it would be awesome.
My friend just told me about the color run – hoping to do it hear in OR this summer!
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So disappointed about Ragnar
Part of the fun was the possibility of meeting other bloggers. Next year!
Can’t wait to try the color run!
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
I would do the same thing- replace it with something else! A 50k is an awesome goal… I know you can do it, and you have plenty of time to train and prepare. I’ve never done a Color 5k, but keep hearing about them. Sounds so fun!
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A new goal keeps me focused and helps to not dwell on the disappointment of not running a relay this year. Next year!
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I just found out that the “color” runs are coming to VA as well. I really want to do one!! Sounds like so much fun
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I can’t wait. I’ll run one in July and if it’s as fun as it seems another one in Oct. Thrilled to have the option of running 2!
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Good luck with your 50K! I am running my first marathon in November the NYC!!!!
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Toni that is awesome! How is the training going?
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I never heard of the color runs, I will look into to it. I haven’t been consistent with running this year. I choose the eliptical or stairnaster for cardio. I know, boring. Now that I have some free time, I’m hoping to get out and run outside. Kudo’s to you if you decide to do an ultramarathon. I know a few girls from the gym that do those, impressive!
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Thank you Lisa
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
a 50K!? you’re so awesome! i can’t wait to follow along as you kill that goal!
i am dying to do a ragnar so if you need an extra i’d LOVE to join!!
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Ok Courtney! Don’t be surprised when you get an email from me at the end of the year asking you to help me build a relay team
jillconyers recently posted..Fitness Friday | Being Flexible and A New Running Goal
I would run an ultra! I might do one in Canandaigua, NY sometime (not this year) because that is where my husband and I got married.
I’m interested in the Color Run but there aren’t any really close to me. Someday!
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I would love to run an ultra (or any race) in NY!
There seem to be more and more “color” runs all over the country. I’m sure there will be one close to you.
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