Hills for breakfast, hold the gnats

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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

Sat, Aug 29, 2009

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
20.48	0.00	0.00	0.00	20.48

Upper 50s rising to low 60s, light showers. Endurance run & club run + S.C. Hill.

This was a really fun run. Great weather, since the rain was just very light. This was the coolest temperature I have had for climbing up the S.C. Hill and it made a big difference. I ran 10 miles with the Mt. Si Running Club, most of it with a young lady who is training for a half marathon in her near future. It was fun to have someone to run with for longer than 5 or 6 miles.

Please ignore the weekly mileage count! This is why I like to count the week from Monday through Sunday. Last week I had to wait until Sunday for my long run and this week I did one today. After a little run tomorrow I should be up around 60.

Brooks ST3 Miles: 20.48

Comments

From JD on Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 15:09:44 from 66.205.204.239

It's hard to ignore a 73 mile week!!

From Carolyn in Colorado on Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 16:11:38 from 24.8.167.243

You still ran 73 miles in one week, even though it includes 2 long runs!

That's great that you had someone to run with for 10 miles. That really does make the time go by faster.

I love how you can have such a positive experience with a 20 mile run. Great job!

BTW, I think you've crushed SC hill.

From Metcalf Running on Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 18:20:26 from 97.126.140.120

Sounds like a very nice run... always love your positive attitude!

From auntieem on Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 18:50:43 from 67.182.145.8

Sounds nice; you got your favorite weather! It never rained here, but threatened a bit this morning. I agree with Carolyn - you have conquered the hill!

From Snoqualmie Ridge Runner on Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 02:02:52 from 67.185.148.81

Wow! Super impressed by the power mileage... Spirit Crusher is going to force your body to get stronger, I guarantee it!!

Did you meet my buddy John Rex today at the club run? Actually I think you met him after the St. Paddy's day race...anyway he said he ran with the club today.

I did a light jog at the park for about 100 yards today and didn't feel any twinges or pain so I hope to run with you guys on Saturdays soon.

From Snoqualmie on Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 11:14:31 from 24.18.192.33

OK, guys, count it if you must. But don't tisk tisk when it works against me, ok? Like when the long runs fall on Sat. then Sun. and it looks like I only ran 40! lol

Jeff- Yes, I saw your friend Jon. It would be great if you run with us when you can. I'll bet you miss it!

From Kelli on Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 15:30:16 from 71.219.64.200

Nice job, and I am glad you had some good weather and company! have a great upcoming week.

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