tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post3852618501084458946..comments2024-03-26T12:01:11.769-05:00Comments on Running on the Fly: All is Fair in Fitness and 'Fessions Kim at Running on the Flyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-31827763071689571042021-05-02T09:31:57.298-05:002021-05-02T09:31:57.298-05:00I did the marathon without music, but that doesn&#...I did the marathon without music, but that doesn't count due to the crowd support. I've surprised myself lately with not turning my podcast or music back on when I leave a friend, but if I go out for solo I always have something. Audio crutch? Probably. <br />Outside time is the best kind of time!TravellingCarihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18191515720716670681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-68818547328620012952021-05-01T15:47:32.413-05:002021-05-01T15:47:32.413-05:00Great job on all of your mileage for April. I am ...Great job on all of your mileage for April. I am always impressed with all of the activities you manage to do each week. I run with music. Keeps me moving and motivated. However, years ago I ran without it and realized it wasn't that bad. Where I run now isn't that exciting so my music helps.Zenaida Arroyohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18137949290555784656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-59421566760368513022021-05-01T10:21:25.279-05:002021-05-01T10:21:25.279-05:00Ha ha...I was very surprised how efficient I am fo...Ha ha...I was very surprised how efficient I am for entertaining myself, without music or a friend to chat with. Lucky me LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-25896898108218468732021-05-01T10:20:27.397-05:002021-05-01T10:20:27.397-05:00After six months of logging all those miles, it wi...After six months of logging all those miles, it will feel like I'm "cheating" by not doing so. Oh well...Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-6581436835195188742021-05-01T10:19:43.335-05:002021-05-01T10:19:43.335-05:00I'm looking forward to the stadium steps. Besi...I'm looking forward to the stadium steps. Besides, there's no pressure to PR LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-86418145593292620152021-05-01T10:19:00.358-05:002021-05-01T10:19:00.358-05:00I never would have believed I could run a long dis...I never would have believed I could run a long distance without music, until I was forced to do so at a race. And, it wasn't a big deal LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-29933207172057137942021-05-01T10:18:03.425-05:002021-05-01T10:18:03.425-05:00What I found happens to me... instead of letting m...What I found happens to me... instead of letting my thoughts wander or "draft" the next great blog post, I'll keep singing the most recent song (from the radio) to myself. That can get a little annoying, and it's tough to get a song out of your mind! Even if I try to think of a different song, before I Know it, I'll be singing the first one ((again)).Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-52782537580078843382021-05-01T10:15:14.021-05:002021-05-01T10:15:14.021-05:00I've tried to bring music along for an occasio...I've tried to bring music along for an occasional run (since my running-in-silence thing began), but it's never worked out. Either the batteries weren't working, or the device wasn't charged, or I couldn't get it to "shuffle" to a good song. It wound up being more work than necessary.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-56216597141609385662021-05-01T10:12:40.308-05:002021-05-01T10:12:40.308-05:00The stadium stairs will be an interesting change. ...The stadium stairs will be an interesting change. Not sure if my strategy will be to "run" the steps, knowing I'll be able to come right back down, or if it will be too difficult to pass others.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-9509301114495458992021-05-01T10:10:59.151-05:002021-05-01T10:10:59.151-05:00I used music since the very beginning, and had nev...I used music since the very beginning, and had never even attempted to go without. Frankly, I was afraid I'd get too bored and the runs would seem too long with only myself as entertainment. But, being forced to go without (when my Shuffle died, onsite) allowed me to realize I could hold my own. I actually tried taking the hubby's Shuffle with me this morning, and it wouldn't work ... I guess the music gods were sending me a message LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-77630065972841923052021-05-01T10:07:07.958-05:002021-05-01T10:07:07.958-05:00When I ran MCM without music (due to my Shuffle bi...When I ran MCM without music (due to my Shuffle biting the dust at mile 2), I realized how much I'd been missing from the crowd. I still could see and hear them (with the music), but I definitely didn't interact as much with them.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-88323651229825404862021-05-01T10:05:33.439-05:002021-05-01T10:05:33.439-05:00I see robins when I'm driving, but it's li...I see robins when I'm driving, but it's like they totally go into hiding when I'm on foot. I loved my Shuffle, but it died on me (after many years of loyal companionship). I don't want to burn the battery on my phone, either, which is why the Shuffle was a perfect fit for me. Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-5625716392241588062021-05-01T10:02:43.719-05:002021-05-01T10:02:43.719-05:00I was very surprised how easy it was to get used t...I was very surprised how easy it was to get used to not having music with me. I think it was a security blanket "vice" for me. Being forced to deal with the absence of it (at MCM, in the rain), I realized I didn't need it as much as I'd thought.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-72374652630208691052021-05-01T09:58:47.578-05:002021-05-01T09:58:47.578-05:00I just can't believe how out-of-sight the robi...I just can't believe how out-of-sight the robins have been. I see them as I'm driving, but not when I'm on foot.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-32528064244635098912021-05-01T09:57:11.267-05:002021-05-01T09:57:11.267-05:00I have used it on the treadmill, but it's a nu...I have used it on the treadmill, but it's a nuisance because my treadmill is so loud. Ever since MCM (in the rain, sans music), I've come to realize I wasn't as dependent on music as I'd thought.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-57658594934753931102021-05-01T07:22:46.148-05:002021-05-01T07:22:46.148-05:00You did great capturing that robin on your phone c...You did great capturing that robin on your phone camera. I have tried to photograph birds before - no luck. They move so fast and are so far away!!! Congrats on completing the Illinois challenge early. I don't listen to music anymore when I run. There are the safety considerations, plus, my own thoughts are entertaining enough to prevent boredom. Good luck with your climb!Meditations in Motionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08406003928113822953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-38292790130564216382021-05-01T06:13:37.765-05:002021-05-01T06:13:37.765-05:00I runfess that I totally understand why you're...I runfess that I totally understand why you're continuing to log your IL miles...I've done the same with my state's mileage challenge. The only question is whether I'll get to double mileage by the time the challenge ends. I also runfess that music has gotten optional for me BUT I still listen more often than not. I usually walk for a bit after my runs and I really like to catch a few minutes of a podcast or an audiobook, and it's easier to do that if I'm already wearing my airpods.Birchwood Piehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01504702778025456387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-82689720633760677492021-04-30T19:48:35.914-05:002021-04-30T19:48:35.914-05:00I think running the stadium steps will be a fun ch...I think running the stadium steps will be a fun change for you and can't wait to hear what you think.<br /><br />Our Robins were out in abundance in our side yard in March. Now we're constantly entertained by Goldfinches and Bluebirds.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15673587906852568968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-12761150222424928482021-04-30T19:44:56.655-05:002021-04-30T19:44:56.655-05:00You know, it's funny. I was just about to say ...You know, it's funny. I was just about to say "I don't know if I could run a half without music." But then I realize, I run 10 miles without anything. What's a few more? <br /><br />I know you will always worry about reinjury with that stress fracture - it's a scary thing. I totally get it.Runs With Pugshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03171128110788554302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-57059314473920922552021-04-30T12:16:02.528-05:002021-04-30T12:16:02.528-05:00I love that you do the Fight for Air Climb annuall...I love that you do the Fight for Air Climb annually.<br /><br />I think it's awesome that you're able to run long distances without music. for some reason, I just can't run without music because I hate the sound of my hard breathing, lol. I also tend to get inside of my head more. KookyRunnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03687318401455266836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-13562322468920733312021-04-30T11:43:35.077-05:002021-04-30T11:43:35.077-05:00I usually listen to podcasts while running, but wi...I usually listen to podcasts while running, but will occasionally put on music for the last couple miles of a long run. But sometimes (usually due to a phone/headphones malfunction) I'll listen to nothing, and I'm fine with that too! <br />I think you'll probably do great on your upcoming Climb. You do stairs regularly, AND are in half marathon shape so it should go well. Can't wait to hear all about it! Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08118496863906264340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-12819483517338766592021-04-30T11:40:17.104-05:002021-04-30T11:40:17.104-05:00I hear the Robins in full-throat when I'm out ...I hear the Robins in full-throat when I'm out but have yet to spy one.<br /><br />I like the idea of stadium stairs vs. indoors - it's great that this event will continue!<br /><br />While I do the occasional run without music, I really prefer tunes for most of my runs. This is why I love my Aftershokz headphones so I can hear my tunes and my surroundings!<br />Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07176401115805884697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-38731268142545635082021-04-30T08:26:05.210-05:002021-04-30T08:26:05.210-05:00I almost always listen to music, podcast or a book...I almost always listen to music, podcast or a book while on the streets but rarely if on the trails. It helps the time go by especially on a long run even though sometimes I end up getting lost in my thoughts.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03658663675119298857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-67988257776918088372021-04-30T07:36:24.340-05:002021-04-30T07:36:24.340-05:00Lots of robins are here and the blue herons and eg...Lots of robins are here and the blue herons and egrets showed up this week as well! Yay! A stadium climb sounds SO much nicer than a stuffy stairwell affair. Typically I do not run marathons with music. I'd much rather tune into the crowd. Thanks for linking!Teamarciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03843904545493985865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-19869351085469282832021-04-30T06:24:26.455-05:002021-04-30T06:24:26.455-05:00I stopped using music on the run many years ago. S...I stopped using music on the run many years ago. Sometimes I do think maybe I should go back to it, but my phone just doesn't keep a good connection to wireless buds on the run, and I hate being wired to my phone.<br /><br />A great solution to your stair climb!<br /><br />I think in time the memory of the stress fracture will fade. I also think it's normal to be concerned about it for a while.<br /><br />Robins are EVERYWHERE here, all robins, all the time. But they don't like to pose!Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14096124660145481881noreply@blogger.com