| Location: La Porte,In,USA Member Since: Apr 27, 2008 Gender: Female Goal Type: Boston Qualifier Running Accomplishments: 2008 = 10 races, 3 PR's, 1 first place in age division
I started running in 2006 at age 38/39. I figured the best way to kick the smoking habit for good was to sign up for a marathon. (I tend to be alittle extreme)
My first full marathon was the Chicago Marathon 2006 (cold, rainy year) 5:00
Full Marathons: Chicago, Kentucky Derby
Half Marathons: Indy, Chicago Distance Classic (3 times cool medal), Holy Half (Notre Dame), IU's Inaugural, Joker's Wild (St Louis), Oak Brook Half (ugly medal),Valparaiso Mini, Flying Pig, Virginia Beach Rock N Roll Times ranging from 2:30 to 2:00.
Short-Term Running Goals: I really would like to qualify for Boston in 2009.
Personal: I'm married to an incredible guy, Brian for 20 years (21 in May)!! We have an amazing 17 year old (soon to be 18) daughter, Heather. The two are my support system and cheerleaders. Favorite Blogs: |
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| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 64.70 | 16.20 | 80.90 |
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Oak Brook Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) 02:08:31 | | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 13.10 | 13.10 |
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Ok, they finally posted the results. I just wanted to confirm with my watch before blogging.
Here's a breakdown of the race, (never seen mile marker 1,3, & 4)
Mile 1 & 2 = 17:18
Mile 3,4,5 = 28:08
Mile 6 = 9:30
Mile 7 = 10:28
Mile 8 = 9:46
Mile 9 = 10:13
Mile 10 = 10:43
Mile 11 = 10:30
Mile 12 = 10:20
Mile 13 = 11:33
It wasnt as hilly as they made it out to be but wasn't flat either. Nice combo. Jen ran it in 1:51. :) | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
| a.m. Red and I went out for a slow run. He really didnt want to go....I had to tug him out of the garage, but once we hit the road he was fine. My ankle is sore almost like I sprained it. I'm not sure why, I haven't even twisted it. | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 5.00 | 0.00 | 5.00 |
| p.m. What a perfect night for a run. 65 degrees and rain .... downpour. I absolutely love running in the rain and splashing in the puddles. Ran in Rolling Prairie with Greg, Jen and Rick. Refreshing. We were completely soaked. Not sure how long it's going to take my shoes to dry out. It wasn't raining when I packed my clothes this morning, so I packed my new shoes (less than 100 miles on them). Grrrr | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
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a.m. Limited time, forced myself to get on treadmill .... walked 1 mile
p.m. Hit the gym, it's been awhile. WT: Shoulders Cardio: 20 minutes on Stepmill, 1 mile of treadmill hill program. My plan was to run home from gym (5 miles) - the cold downpour changed my mind, rode home with hubby. | | Add Comment |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
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a.m. Treadmill - walk
p.m. Bike 4 miles and Fast paced walk/slow jog with Red 2 miles. He didnt seem to mind this time. | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| A Big GooseEgg for any type of fitness today. Worked over 2 hours, Alot going on, which use to bug me when others use as an excuse. I just read Marion's blog and now I really feel like a slug. | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
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Lunch : Walked about 2- 21/2 miles w Kelly. | | Comments(3) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
| a.m. Ran w Red. He seemed interested in going this morning. | | Add Comment |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| p.m. Rode bike 10 miles 49 minutes | | Add Comment |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 7.50 | 0.00 | 7.50 |
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a.m. walk/run w Red 2.25 miles. Red was less than enthusiatic to go but once I tugged him out of the garage... he was fine.
p.m. Walk/Ran with Kelly 5.3 miles through LaPorte. Ran up the overpass (our version of a bridge). Felt great. Just the confidence builder I needed. Saturday is a friend little competition at our local festival in a 5k against our 3 Edward Jones offices. | | Comments(9) |
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American Red Cross Sunflower Fair 5k (3.1 Miles) 00:25:30, Place overall: 31, Place in age division: 1 | | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 3.10 | 3.10 |
| YIPPEE!!!!!! I just got a PR and won 1st place in my age group.... turning 41 isn't so bad after all. | | Comments(4) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.75 | 0.00 | 3.75 |
| Went around the school block, I always thought it was 4 miles, I think it may be closer to 3.75 miles. Took Red (dog) with me, thought we'd just go for a nice walk, he acted like he wanted to run. So it turned into a slow run. We stopped a few times so I could cool him down with some water since his tongue was about to drag the ground. We finally made it back, he laid down and slept most of the day. Hope I didnt break him. Was planning on going out later for another round (by myself) and possibly some biking (bicycle) but instead took off with friends for a motorcycle ride to dinner. | | Comments(2) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 5.70 | 0.00 | 5.70 |
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a.m. walk/slow run w Red (more to help him loosen up than me) was running late for work so I couldnt go any further/longer. 3/4 mile
Lunch: Walked w Kelly and Mickie. Overpass/Clear Lake route 2.7 miles
p.m. Red acted like he wanted to go for a walk/run. So we took off til dark. 2 1/4 miles | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
| p.m. Fast Paced walk with Brian (:hubby:) & Red (dog). | | Comments(2) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Kelly & I decided to change things up and do something different each Wednesday. Tonight we rode bikes 7.7 miles. It was getting dark and we wasn't prepared. No reflective gear, no lights. If it would have been our kids out there they probably would have been grounded. | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 6.00 | 0.00 | 6.00 |
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Ran w Jen and Rick in Rolling Prairie. Dropped Rick off after 4 miles. Jen & I kept going, awesome night for a run. Some of the trees are starting to change color. | | Comments(2) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.75 | 0.00 | 3.75 |
| Ran w Red this morning. He seemed alittle sluggish, must not be feeling well so we took it easy. Crazy dog. | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 11.00 | 0.00 | 11.00 |
| a.m. Snuck out the front door to avoid Red seeing me and wanting to go. (or saundering out to follow me a little ways). I wanted to try a new route that I came up with (with the help of activetrainer.com). It was a 11 miles loop, well kinda a figure eight. I knew Red couldnt keep up or be able to make it so I had to be sneaky. The route was incredible. Just enough hills to give it a challenge, hardly any traffic, encountered only one house that had the dogs out. Perfect morning for a run. | | Comments(2) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 8.00 | 0.00 | 8.00 |
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a.m. Short run w Red. It was foggy & gloomy. 2.25 miles
p.m. Ran to the gym to catch a ride home with Brian, only to discover he left already. So gave him a call and started back home. He picked me up less than a mile back. 5.75 miles | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 1.00 | 0.00 | 1.00 |
| p.m. Probably shouldnt even count this one. Had to take Red out for walk/run, he was cooped up all day in the garage, I felt bad. | | Comments(1) |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 64.70 | 16.20 | 80.90 |
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