I got the idea to write this post from Jonesin’ for a run blog post on this subject and thought it would be fun to do my own version. According to the website Global Running Day “Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages everyone to get moving. It doesn’t matter how fast you run or how far you go—what’s important is that you take part, and how you do it is up to you.” On June 5, 2019, you could have joined 29,527 people from 177 countries in a pledge to run that day.
Even though it was my scheduled rest day, I ran one easy mile with my daughter on Global Running Day. It was a fun way to work on strides with her towards the end of that mile. She thought strides just meant sprinting but by about her fourth time doing strides, I think she understood how to do them properly and things clicked with her.
Following in the example of Jonesin’ for a run’s post to help celebrate Global Running Day, I’ll answer some questions about me here.
Why do you run?
I’ve written entire blog posts to answer this, going back to one of the very first blog posts I ever wrote, which you can read here: Why I run and a more updated version here: Why I Run- Version 2.0.
How many miles have you run so far this year? Do you have a mileage goal for the year?
According to Strava (which is missing some of my runs because it wouldn’t sync with Garmin Connect for some reason) I’ve run 509.6 miles for the year but according to Garmin Connect, I’ve run 519.9 miles. In 2018 I ran 1,054 miles. For 2019, I’d like to run 1111 miles just because that would be cool, but we’ll see how it goes. I’m not going to kill myself to reach that arbitrary number.
What big events do you have on the race calendar for the rest of the year?
I have half marathons in Wyoming and Nebraska, for states number 46 and 47. That’s it. Nothing else.
Before I leave for a run I must have:
My Garmin Forerunner watch, a hat or visor, sometimes my cell phone but usually only 1 or 2 runs a week are with my phone.
Do you track your runs? If so what do you use?
I use my aforementioned Garmin watch and sync to Strava. I like the way Strava presents the data better than Garmin Connect, so usually I’ll go there if I want to see something specific but I do like using both of them together.
What races have you run so far this year?
Just one, Seashore Classic Half Marathon, Lewes, Delaware- 45th state. I met my goal of finishing in the top three for my age group in a race this year, so it was a good one!
If you have to give someone one piece of advice about running, what would it be?
Running should not hurt. Soreness after a run is normal but pain is not. If you’re feeling pain after you run, go to a physical therapist to help you figure out what’s going on.
Describe your relationship with running in one word:
healthy
One of the reasons I run is for my health. I also don’t obsess over running or how a run or race goes, but I feel like I have a healthy, balanced relationship with running. Sure, it’s a big part of my life, but it’s not my entire life.
So now I have some questions for you. Did you celebrate Global Running Day and if so, how? If you could give someone one piece of advice about running, what would it be?
Happy running!
Donna
runningtotravel 
I love the seashore race in Lewes! Congrats on your fast finish and award. Living in Delaware I love how small and beautiful that race is!!
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It was so well-organized and the course is beautiful. I really like small, local races when I can find them (funny thing is I don’t run races local to where I live because of my goal of a race in all 50 states).
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I did not celebrate Global Running day as it turned into a rest day. I did my run/walk rehab plan on Sat. and Sun. then a low impact cardio workout on Mon. and a core workout on Tues. that involved a bit more leg work than I was expecting. By Wed. my hamstring was getting a bit annoyed like hey, I’m healing so stop pushing your luck with all these workouts. I ended up dusting, vacuuming and scrubbing the floor of my living/dining room instead. I did resume the run/walk plan on Thurs. though!
My one piece of advice would be focus on quality of miles rather than quantity. I see a lot of runners particularly ones my dad’s age and older adding on more days of running/upping miles in hopes of getting faster. I have had more success with running 3 times a week and making those runs specific (long run, etc) to what I need and for the most part have stayed healthy through it. Part of that would be a second piece of advice in cross training is key to improving and staying healthy!
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Great advice! Far too many runners “just” run, which may be fine for a while but inevitably it will catch up with you!
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Oh no! I took a HIIT class on Global Running Day. Ah well, maybe next year…
My running advice? Start a blog. That way you’ll have something to compose in your head while you run and the time will just fly by!
One question: I see Minnesota is still grey on your map. When are you coming up here to do a run?
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I like how you think! Having a blog has definitely made me think more about running-related material for my blog while I’m running.
My goal is next August for Minnesota. I’m thinking Race for the Kids in St. Paul. Do you know anything about it? Also, I’ve been told by multiple people not to run a half marathon in MN in July, but I think (hope) it will be cooler in August, at least by my standards although maybe not to the people who live there.
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I don’t know anything about that race. July and August can both have gorgeous days and killer hot/humid days. I’d say it’s a toss-up.
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Thanks for your input!
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One piece of advice about running? Gee, that’s tough. I guess I would say do some sprints every week. They’re super good for you. Google the benefits if you’re not already aware.
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I agree- sprints are a good speed workout.
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