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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

Wed, Oct 08, 2008

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

Objective: Active recovery. 50 minute walk

Weather: Calm, dry, cloudy, 40sF (felt cold!)

15 min. abs & upper body wts.

I was able to get out there and walk without the ski poles today, although I'm still pretty wonky on any declines. Saw a few runners -- wished I was doing that instead. A couple more days and I should be able to at least jog.

ETA: I want to thank everyone who left comments on my race report! I've read them over and over for encouragement. It really has helped put things in perspective.

Comments

From seth on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 10:24:12

It is too bad that the marathons last weekend had such horrible conditions. I guess that quite a few runners are looking forward to December-January races. Best of luck with the recovery. Are you massaging your legs out. That can speed up the recovery process, also ice bathing helps alot. Good luck at CIM.

From snoqualmie on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 10:42:25

I lack the moral fiber to do ice baths. But I did buy "The Stick" at the expo, and was finally able to use it this morning without too much pain. Can't wait to run again!

From Carolyn on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 11:35:47

Way to get out there and walk. I know what you mean about seeing runners and wishing you could run. I felt that way when I was out walking after a surgery I had last summer.

I'm sure you'll be running in no time.

I've wondered about The Stick from time to time. Let me know how you like it.

From Kelli on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 13:05:55

I have to tell you, I have been walking every night for about an hour, and I know it has helped me to recover fast! It feels so good, too! Keep up the great work, and here is to a better marathon the next time. We all have bad days, but if we learn from the they are a success!

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