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Location:

Snoqualmie,WA,

Member Since:

Jan 31, 2008

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

Marathon PR: 4:17 at Portland Marathon, Oct. 2007

5K PR 24:37 2009

10K PR 52:58 2010

Have run 22 marathons to date.

No injuries, ever. :)

Short-Term Running Goals:

Qualify for Boston (4:05 for my age/gender) - or, perhaps, to use my desire for a BQ as a way to get in the hated speed work so I don't just get slower and slower over the years. This goal is "under (re)construction" right now, until I figure out whether it is truly what I want. :)

Long-Term Running Goals:

To continue learning about myself and about running, and to enjoy being a fit, happy runner for life. To always know why I am running and the best way to get the most (both mentally and physically) out of my runs. To keep a sense of humor and remain optimistic about myself as a runner. To enjoy running more and more with every passing year.

Personal:

Baby boomer generation. Jogged a little in my 20's and 30's. Started running seriously in 2002. Low-carb runner since January 2010.

I love long runs and cold, cloudy weather. I don't believe in "junk miles." I am an optimist. I adore dark chocolate, fog, my family, and knitting -- not necessarily in that order.

"As every runner knows, running is about more than just putting one foot in front of the other; it is about our lifestyle and who we are." -- Joan Benoit Samuelson

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Brooks ST3 Lifetime Miles:						891.35
Vibram Five Fingers KSO Lifetime Miles:						23.77
Brooks ST3 II Lifetime Miles:						965.17
Lunaracers II Lifetime Miles:						198.23
Mizuno Wave Universe 3 Lifetime Miles:						104.14
Asics Piranha Lifetime Miles:						536.83
RunAmocs (Softstar) Lifetime Miles:						16.23
Piranha II Lifetime Miles:						219.53

Mon, Apr 19, 2010

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
8.41	0.00	0.00	0.00	8.41

58F; overcast and windy at times (~15 mph w/ gusts to 29). Easy run. 20 min strength work.

A fine and pleasant ride on the SnotnSniffle Express. I was surprised by my energy level. I left enough time to get at least 8 miles, maybe a little over, but must have been moving faster than I thought to get 8.41. Good little immune system, good, good.

About strength training... I have several friends whom I respect and trust, who swear they "love lifting weights." I'm sure they're telling the truth. I wonder if they know I'm telling the truth when I say "I love running." Anyway, how can they love lifting weights? I absolutely hate it, though I am 100% convinced that it is important. I don't expect an answer; I'm just whining. I also take cod liver oil, because I'm convinced it's important. If someone said, "I love cod liver oil!" --that would give you an idea of how bizarre this love-lifting sentiment seems to me.

Brooks ST3 II Miles: 8.41

Comments

From JD on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 11:56:14 from 70.96.78.157

Glad the cold is clearing out.

How could anyone love lifting weights? I don't get it.

Now cod liver oil...I'm still trying to wrap my mind around that one. :-)

From Carolyn in Colorado on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 12:11:22 from 24.8.167.243

To each his or her own, I suppose. I don't hate lifting weights, but I much prefer running. Now cod liver oil, I don't think so.

I'm glad you're feeling better. I should have used your cold recovery treatment this last time around, but I was too lazy to go buy echinacea.

From Snoqualmie on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 12:23:39 from 24.18.192.33

You have to be really careful about CL oil. There is a lot of crap on the market, and poor quality control re toxins and heavy metals from the fish. I take Carlson's "Lemon Flavored" (yeah, right), which you can get at a discount from vitacost.com. I trust the purity. It really is the most bioavailable source of Omega 3s, among other nutrients.

From CookieLegs on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 16:50:21 from 155.101.152.105

Yea - it sounds like you got some good energy back after being sick last week!!

Lemon flavored cod oil - really? But I agree you need to be careful about where you get your fish or fish oil nowadays.

From rAtTLeTrAp on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 17:01:47 from 72.102.86.249

I just threw up a little and I'll bet it tastes better than lemon cod liver oil, YUK! Glad you're feeling better :)

From Metcalf Running on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 17:43:09 from 207.225.192.66

LOL Rattletrap you are funny... but so true.

Sounds like we are all in agreement with the weight training. I have been trying to incorporate more into my workouts... but I hate it!

From april27 on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 19:55:01 from 99.188.251.180

Actually when I'm not running as much I love weights. It makes me feel strong and confident. Sometimes it is the push I need to get running. So go ahead...call me crazy!

From Snoqualmie Ridge Runner on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 21:25:47 from 76.22.10.204

I just eat walnuts for my omega 3's...or eat some wild caught salmon...yum!

Also, here is a link to a marathon that I am considering...check it out...

http://www.scarsports.com/ARGRmarathon.html

From Marathon Dreamer on Mon, Apr 19, 2010 at 21:54:27 from 200.52.168.2

Umm... I love running and I love beer... not always a good thing to combine the two.... just sayin' ;-)

From Snoqualmie on Tue, Apr 20, 2010 at 22:36:02 from 24.18.192.33

Jeff - Very interesting looking marathon! They aren't listed in marathonguide.com, so no reviews to go by. But it looks like it could be wonderful. Another elevation chart that I can't fathom, btw. Do you know anyone who has run it?

From Snoqualmie Ridge Runner on Wed, Apr 21, 2010 at 14:12:57 from 24.16.49.114

Sno...my brother knows somebody that runs it every year and loves it...

Also, check this out -

http://www.active.com/running/Articles/10_Best_Boston_Qualifiers.htm?act=EMC-Active&Vehicle=Running&Date=04_21_10&Edition=1&Sections=Articles&Creative=10_Best_Boston_Qualifiers&TextName=10_Best_Boston_Qualifiers&ArtText=Txt&Placement=1&Dy=Wed

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