Ending the streak
When the Runner’s World Holiday Run Streak came to an end Sunday, the next day I did what just felt right — I went for a run. Then I went for another run Tuesday. 41 straight days of running.
Today, though, as I shift my focus to Shamrock Half Marathon training, the streak comes to an end. I thought about extending it to 50 days, but that mark is no more special to me than 41. In fact, streaking isn’t all that “special” of a thing to me, but it’s a lot of fun. Those people who go for 100 days or 1,000 days, I completely understand why — it’s just not for me.
Here are some highlights of running 41 straight days:
- 3 races (the streak started with the Turkey Trot; Christmas Classic; and Jingle Bell Run)
- 0 consecutive days of only 1-1.9 miles for “rest” days
- 114.4 miles
- Weather ranging from wind chills in the teens (yesterday) to about 60
- 5 different cities and 2 states — Lynchburg, Bedford, Roanoke, and Richmond, Va.; and Asheboro, N.C.
- Wide range of times of day, from as early as about 6:30 a.m. to as late as 9 p.m.
- Ran in 2 different years
- Hit 2 big milestones — hit 1,000 miles for the year Dec. 17 and passed the most miles ever in a year on Dec. 21.
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Nice work on the streak, David! I think my favorite part about streaking is looking back at all the memories, as you did with the bulleted list.
Streaking sure is an interesting twist to running isn't it?..wishing you and family a healthy 2012.
Nice work on the streak! I also just ended mine, and didn't run for *gasp* THREE WHOLE DAYS. It felt good to get back out there today.
I'm particularly impressed with your 0 consecutive days of <2 miles. REALLY WELL DONE!
Great streaking, David! I agree with Jim - the best part is the cool memories you collect along the way.
Your comment made me realize that I made a mistake in the cities in which I ran - I was in Richmond on Dec. 10/11!
"Ran in 2 different years" that made me snicker I don't know why. Cool that you were able to have fun with the streak and hit some milestones along the way. Most miles ever awesome.
Great job streaking! I haven't tried a run streak yet, but I might after my last race this Spring, just as something fun and new to look forward to trying. Good luck with your half marathon training!
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Nice work on the streak. I have not yet gone on a streak. I might have to try one this year.