What do I do about a long run if the weather is bad?

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image courtesy of GoERIE
Running in the snow can be a lot of fun. Go here for our past blog post: Enjoy a Snow Run.

Snow running may be okay, but black ice and windchills below zero are a no, no. The risks outweigh the benefits. Lots of runners are wondering what to do if the old man winter shuts down a run. Should I run 16 miles on the treadmill? How about 6? Yikes, no!

If you do not regularly run long distances on the treadmill, I don't recommend it. And you if plan to run your race on the road, I don't recommend spending much time on a treadmill period. But there are several other options for you to consider:

  • push your long run to the following weekend. 
  • push your run to Sunday.
  • split the long run distance in two, running half Saturday afternoon and half Sunday (weather permitting) 
  • combine a treadmill run with some runner friendly cross training cardio. e.g. if 10 miles is on your schedule and it takes you 90 minutes to run 10 miles, then you will do 90 minutes total of the following three activities: treadmill run + elliptical + water run (30 min each).
What the heck is water running? It's exactly as it sounds - you run in the water (like treading water but you actually lean forward and try to cover some distance). You can wear a belt, but if you don't its more challenging. You can push off the pool floor, but you don't have to. I recommend water shoes if you do - some pool floors are rough on the feet.

Stay safe and good luck!

Long Run Update Feb. 21

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Weather forecast is not looking good. We will try to make a decision by 5:30 a.m., but it may not be until 5:45 a.m. so stay tuned!

In the event that the run is cancelled, we will adjust the PB long run schedule and training schedules so that we have two long run climbs in a row. So your long run distance for Feb. 21 will swap with Feb. 28th. Next weekend max course distance will be 16 and the following 18 miles. This is only if we have to cancel. Let's hope it passes us by!


Saturday Long Run Feb 21

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Ahhhh, the bright sun with blue skies and an open road are not in the forecast, but we can imagine it!

We are back at Urban Table for one more run before we move to a new location. Run starts at 6:30 a.m. Our schedule calls for an 18 mile course, but I believe that those in full marathon training are only up to 16 miles. If you are training for a full, please let us know your planned distance by Friday afternoon so we can adjust the course/aid stations.

So far, the weather forecast is for snow flurries, but the temps are relatively decent. Remember to check the website one hour prior to the run just in case we have to cancel for dangerous course conditions.

You are Invited!

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PB runners are raising money to help fight childhood obesity and we need YOU! You've been invited to our first fundraising event: Let's Get Physical - an 80's themed fitness afternoon with raffle prizes ranging from $20-$100 in value, healthy snacks, a photo booth and complementary drinks. These classes, while a good workout, are geared towards all levels and are in the spirit of fun. The date is March 8th from 1-4 p.m. Please consider joining us!

For more information and to register, GO HERE.