I think it is possible if you don't go after PR.
I ran about 6 half marathons and half of them I was able to enjoy every bit of it.
But I too never experienced runners high.
Or maybe my tolerance is too high to notice I had one. lol
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I think it is possible if you don't go after PR.
I ran about 6 half marathons and half of them I was able to enjoy every bit of it.
But I too never experienced runners high.
Or maybe my tolerance is too high to notice I had one. lol
Runner's High is most noticeable during/following a harder run. "Jogging" pace never did it for me.
I've enjoyed every mile of a marathon and of several 50Ks that I shuffled at social pace. The one that sticks in my memory was the Mac 50K 10 or so years ago. I started out at a social pace, hanging with a (slower) friend for the first 30K. We had thoughts of running it in until we caught up to an early starter and shuffled in with him. I figured I ran the course at least an hour slower than had I raced it. Most enjoyable ultra ever.Quote:
Originally Posted by hutash
That's not my experience. I get the full endorphin euphoria at the end of a 3-hour social trail shuffle.Quote:
Originally Posted by Viva
I guess I jogged those half and full marathons. lolQuote:
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I'm not out there to break my PR every time.
So my pace's rarely faster than 10 min per mile unless it's shorter races.
I'm happy to be out there to run miles and miles without worry about traffic, get water support, cheer and enjoy the scenery.
Just happy to run and that's good enough for me. :)
I've never found the "runner's high," but I enjoyed doing running halfs and shorter distances that were scenic or more social. A group of us ran the Boston half for several years, and it was always fun since it was more social. It was amazing to watch the pros heading in for the finish, running so fast, as we were still headed out. Now, I run out on the desert either by myself or with the dogs, and the views and the changing sky always amaze me. Even though I am super slow, I've gotten to the point again where I can enjoy running and miss it if I can't get out a couple times a week.
Good luck with NY this weekend!
That's exactly where I am with my running.Quote:
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Not necessary care to go faster.
I want to enjoy more.
I hope to spectate Boston Marathon one day.
What an amazing event it is!
Thank you! Will post bib soon- it's in the back of my car at the train station.Quote:
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Btw- cops at Javits center seem fairly lenient if you park illegally and run in to grab it, ha ha.
Good luck, mang.
I couldn't run in and out.Quote:
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I lost myself at Asics booth and literally bought EVERYTHING there was marathon related.
I went bananas.
If see an Asian girl looking like this, say hi!!
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Bib #39386 trying to rest up! 1st hockey practice if the season w/ daughter's u10 team. Praying in don't have some fluke accident, ha ha.
Felt more confident 2 weeks ago but I always feel like a pile during taper.
Thanks All-
Will look for you but tend to zone out! 3 years ago I pulled over to my family and kissed my niece thinking it was my daughter- doh!Quote:
Originally Posted by nutmegchoi
Well, at least you wouldn't think I'm your daughter or niece! lolQuote:
Originally Posted by OldLarry
When I get out at 1pm, I'm gonna cheer for my friends around 1st Ave and Central Park.
I'll look for you!
Good luck, Larry!
Run strong and have lots of fun!!
Old Larry crushed it!
Sorry I couldn't catch up!!
Somewhere between finish line to 1st Ave. an Irish pub sucked me in for couple pints and Shepard Pie... :(
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Irish pub + Stella Artois = WTF?! Lol
I wanted Boddingtons, but they didn't have it.
Also I couldn't do Guinness for an empty stomach at 2pm.
I chickened out.
Well, your heart was in the right place... ;-)
I tried.
My body on the other hand was having a hard time following.
It was a long, long day.
4am to 10pm of volunteering and cheering.
Well, drinking and eating somewhere in between, too.
Thanks for your efforts nutmeg! 4:05:37! Better than I thought I was doing so a nice surprise! Personal Worst by 4 mins but I'm still psyched- limping into work a bit late today...
That's amazing time, Larry!!!
Are you going to Marathon Monday?
Medal engraved?
Don't forget to pick up New York Times!!
Get massage, too!
This was my marathon Sunday.
Runners at New York Public Library waiting for buses to Staten Island.
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Place I void at all cost was empty at 6:30am.
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Finish line before the start.
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Waiting for the finishers to arrive.
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First arrivals!
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Made some new friends. :)
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First Avenue.
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To end the great day.
Beautiful Chrysler Building reflection.
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The dinosaurs were the best
Good work Old Larry. Is that chip time?
Right? lolQuote:
Originally Posted by OldLarry
I didn't take this, but wanted to share.
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