Umm, I think I committed to a May Marathon for FUN

October 2008

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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. 

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pm Walk/Run with Kelly.  Walked first two approx. 4 mph so we could talk, ran last two.

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am. Ran w Jen the same route as last week. 1:51:52 It was just as great as last time around.  I'm anxious for the leaves to change color, that will make it absolutely beautiful!! I've been so busy this last week, I didnt realize Wednesday was the last time I ran.  Grrr. Heather's high school homecoming week is over, so I'll have more time for myself.  It's always stressful for her to balance homework (honors), cheerleading, competition, and the nightly activities during homecoming.  This year especially since she's a senior, so I tried to help out as much as I can.

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a.m. Walked/Ran w Red 1 mile

 

p.m. Weight Trained - Shoulders. Also played Wii Fit for 40 minutes - I know it doesnt really count but it was fun and I did move

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Goose egg as far as running however I did squeeze in some weight training.

Deadlifts, 1/2 hour step aerobics

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a.m. Dreadmill, didnt want to take the time to match, put my contacts in or worry about my hair so I headed to the weight room in the basement. It was fine since I was very limited on time and it was still pitch dark outside.

p.m. Went to gym with Brian. Weight Trained- Back, 15 minutes on Stepmill Prog 1 Level 6.

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a.m.  treadmill 1/2 mile walk, 2 mile run

p.m. Met up with Jen and Rick then ran at Rolling Prairie. 4 miles  Stressful day at work, I ran off some steam and lead the pack this time. 

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a.m. Treadmill walk 1 mile.  It's all I had time for.  I have a cold  that came on yesterday morning and has hit me like a ton of bricks.  Good thing I'm not running the Chicago Marathon this year.

 

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I think I ran 2 miles. Trying to catch up on my bloggin. Minds kinda foggy

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a.m. Ran w Jen. Had to go at a slower pace and walked a few times. This cold's kickin my butt! Actually felt better while running - broke alot of the snot up. Ewww.

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a.m. 1.2 miles w Red, he was more work than fun today. I pretty much had to tug him along.

p.m. 3.8 miles (school block) w Brian along side on bike. I conned him into going with me because I knew I'd cut it short otherwise.  Feeling kinda wore down from a cold.

 

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p.m. Gym treadmill 2 felt like 20!  Also Weight Train : back & biceps

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Rolling Prairie ??

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Ran in town (La Porte) w Jen

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Run La Porte w Kelly

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Ran w Jen  by my house

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Lake Run w Jen

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Kesling run w Kelly

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Rolling Prairie ran w Greg, Jen and Rick

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Ran at Kesling Park track. Splits as follows:

Mile 1:  1/4 each   2:43, 2:18, 2:08, 1:53  =  9:02

Mile 2:                  1:59, 2:03, 1:59, 1:48  =  7:49

Mile 3:                  2:37, 2:14, 2:12, 1:54  =  8:57 

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