| Location: Bonaire,GA,USA Member Since: Aug 30, 2008 Gender: Female Goal Type: Other Running Accomplishments: My accomplishment to date completing 15 marathons and 6 ultras....nothing fast....yet. Short-Term Running Goals: In the next 2 years I'd like to complete three 50 milers and a hundred miler before I turn 40. I'd like to break 5 hour marathon and then a 4:45 marathon and then keep improving. I’m starting to think I’ll hit 100 miles before I see a sub 5 hour marathon…..Geez.
Fifty miler #1: 2008 JFK 50 13:29:53
#2 Hearland 50 13:51 (got lost had to find road back)
#3 Bethel Hill Moonlight Boogie June 12, 2010...very soon
Two down....one more to go! Long-Term Running Goals: I would like to run 100 miles. Personal: I've got two wonderful kids who are 6 and 8. I want to pass on the joy of running. Favorite Blogs: |
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Skipped watching the second half of super bowl to run. I got 4 miles in today running through my neighborhood. There weren't too many folks out this evening...go figure.
I signed up for a challenge of the miles this year with our local running group. I need to do 100 miles a month. This should be simple but I'm already 14+ miles in the deficit from last month. I have to admit that there must be an easier way to earn a $25 gift certificate from the local running store. :)
I just got my race info in from the Dances with Dirt - Green Swamp. I'm actually looking forward to running in alligator infested waters. For once, I'm NOT envious of the faster runners. I like the idea of the gators being full before I make it to the crossing.
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| | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.36 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.36 |
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Fun miles on a tread mill. I started feeling a bit narcissistic as there are mirrors in front of the treadmill. Actually, I was able to watch myself run and notice a few things I can improve on and a couple of things I tried to change/improve on (like foot strike) that nearly caused my to fly off of the tread mill
The biggest thing I saw was the fact I don't pick my feet up much when I run. This alone explains why I will eat dirt at least once on a trail run. I wonder if the simple act of picking my feet up more would correlate to a different pace….faster/slower? I’m going to guess faster. In these cold months I think I’m going to spend more time indoors working on running the treadmill while bettering my form.
I’m being peer pressured into driving down to do the National Breast Cancer marathon (26.2 w/Donna) on 2/15. It does sound like fun but I have reservations as I’m doing a marathon this weekend. I don’t think I’ll have problems doing the races back to back but I wonder what the long term outcome will be. The last thing I want is another stress fracture from too many miles. Perhaps I’ll just join them but only run the half….or just wait for them at the finish line sucking down a margarita…..come to think of it…that last option sounds pretty good. :)
Finally, I followed one of the advertisement links from this site and had to share this
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Dances With Dirt - Green Swamp (26.2 Miles) 06:10:00 | | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 26.20 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 26.20 |
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OK, who knew it was so cold in FL in the mornings....brrrrr. I saw on the weather report that the daily high was going to be in the 70's so I was wearing shorts come race start....31 degrees.
The race has different routes for each of the different mileages. At this race you could choose to be a half marathoner, a marathoner, or an ultra runner and choose either a 50K or 50 miles. There was even a 50 mile relay as well. We all start out (excluding the 50 milers who started earlier) doing a 5.25 mile loop which was some basic trail running. Somewhere between mile 4 and 5 we have to do 2 river (stream) crossings. The water is to far to jump so you just have to go in....it is now about 38-40 degrees. It's not too bad as the water is only calf to knee deep. A short while later we come to a barbed wire fence with a sign to let us know we need to climb under, through, or over it.
So we finish our loop around and start back to pass by the start/finish line which just happens to take us 10 feet from where my car is parked. I had about a 30 second conversation with myself on whether or not I was going to change my socks to dry ones. Easy choice. So now I'm off and running with my dry non-squishing socks.
The next part of the race takes us into the swamp. Its like a graveyard for saplings. There are small thin trunks sticking out of the ground like spears waiting to impale you if you trip....everywhere! So we move through this and do two more river crossings (much deeper water). This time we are balancing our way across a log that has fallen over from one side of the bank to the other. There is sludge and some muck in the water to soften the blow if you fall.
The race then turns off the trail and runs straight through the forest. From here there are pink flags tied on tree limbs or anything else about every 20-30 feet to tell you where to go. So off we go through the woods and briars following pink ribbons. Mental note, when running trail races wear tights or something to protect your legs. I'm currently sporting razor blade size slashes from ankle to knee.
The rest of the race is more or less the same. Sometimes we ran on a trail and sometimes we were following ribbons through woods. Once the weather topped the 70 degree mark we were running in grass lands (no trees). Whew, that was a bit warm.
Somewhere along the race, the half marathoners turn off and head back to the start/finish, the marathoners get to take a short cut so not to run the 50K distance, and I ***think *** the 50 miler folks are still out there somewhere.
Somewhere in the last mile there is another trip through a river, back under the barbed wire, and finally the finish line is in sight. The music is playing, and a wonderful buffet is awaiting. BTW, the food was FANTASTIC! Best BBQ every. (I’d might even say that even if I wasn’t starving).
What I've left out until now is the fact I got turned around and perhaps lost a time or two….or three. I actually had a PW (personal worst) on any marathon to date. That said, I took 2nd in my age group. Woot!
I've got to say this to date has been my favorite race. It isn't often you get a chance to run through the woods and climb obstacles like a kid. I loved every rough spot they threw at us and my only disappointment was that there weren’t more challenges. | | Comments(8) |
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National Breast Cancer Marathon (13.1 Miles) 02:37:10 | | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 13.10 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 13.10 |
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So I went down to Jacksonville and did the half marathon. This is such an amazing race for so many reasons. First, 100% of ALL of the entry fees go to Breast Cancer Research. Everything at the race, shirts, drinks, post race beverages/food, port-o-potties, police/EMS help, and everything else that was race related was donated to this cause.
The community really rallies behind this race and fan support is amazing. Besides cheering you on, there are of course a few young gentlemen offering to give free ta-ta exams....mmm, no thanks.
The race is mostly flat except an awful bridge you cross in the beginning...not so bad...and again upon finishing....pure torture. The race even runs on the beach along side the ocean. It was really nice hearing the ocean tides crashing on the shore while on this run. I turned off early from the beach as I only did the half but I would imagine another few miles of that would have truly turned me into a Zen runner. After the beach, you run down a road with lots of crowds cheering, back over the bridge (from hades) and finally you reach the finish line.
The race is amazingly organized and well done. A few months ago I met Amanda (don't remember last name) who served on the board of directors for this race. She mentioned to me that their first topic of conversation was always "are there enough port-o-potties?". Well let me answer that for you....yes. I think this race had 2-3 more water stops then most other races AND if they weren't handing out Gu every other water station, it sure seemed like it.
I can't say enough of what a great race this is. If you have the opportunity you should give it a try. Be warned however, you will use this race to measure all other future marathon/half marathons against....don't say I didn't warn you.
Side note: I got to run with the marathon front runners for about 3 seconds.....sure I was on mile 11 and they were on mile 24...minor details. Sure most of those 3 seconds was me watching them disappear in front of me ...again minor details. You know it is one thing to see them running on TV like when it is televised as the Olympics were. It is even more powerful to actually see them in action. There are no words to describe it.
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| | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.50 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.50 |
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I couldn't resist passing this along. I hope you enjoy as much as I did. Todays miles are back on a tread mill.
Abbreviated Running Dictionary - For the remainder of the "Running Dictionary" visit http://www.garycohenrunning.com , click "All in a Day's Run" and then "Running Dictionary."
Easy trails - Expect varied terrain including soft sand, uneven footing, large tree roots and loose rocks. It is mandatory that you bring a first aid kit to care for your bloodied knees and hands from the many falls you will incur. Wearing a bicycle helmet is not a bad idea.
Warm weather - Do you know how to say, “Record setting heat wave”? If you run more than three miles, you are risking heat stroke, heat exhaustion and a trip to your nearest hospital. Prepare for this possibility by having frequent water stops. Or you can call 911, give them your planned running route and ask them to send an ambulance with two intravenous tubes in 30 minutes.
One short, steep climb after five miles - About halfway up this climb you swear that someone jumped on your back. You want to cover your ears to avoid hearing the screams coming from your own quadriceps muscles. Despite your slow pace, you pass runners who have been reduced to jogging, walking and crawling. Several are laying on the side of the road writhing in agony. Finally, if you were able to speak, you would ask yourself, “What am I doing here?”
A festive and fun race - Watch out at the start to avoid tripping over small children who lined up in the front row. Next you dodge several competitors, or should I say, participants dressed in costumes as their favorite super hero. Suddenly your ears are assaulted by a rapid fire pop-pop-pop and you duck for cover assuming it is a terrorist attack. After you take your handy nitroglycerin pill and calm yourself upon learning it was only the sound of firecrackers, you are back on the roads and running toward the finish. Your hopes for a fast time are dashed by the open drawbridge allowing a boat parade held in conjunction with the race to pass by. At least you are excited about the scheduled jugglers, moon walk and horse rides that will entertain your children after the race. Unfortunately, due to budget constraints, all entertainment had to be cancelled.
Moderate altitude training - You better find a Sherpa guide to help you up this treacherous climb at altitudes you thought were reserved for air traffic only. You will be gasping for air as your lungs beg for precious oxygen. Afterward, you may want to compare notes with Sir Edmund Hillary as it will feel tougher than the last 200 feet climb to the summit of Mount Everest.
Slight winds - Prepare to lean forward with your head down as you pour every ounce of energy into attempting to run. You may be slammed backward into the runner directly behind you. You may be lifted completely off of the ground. If the winds are cross winds and you are on a narrow path, you will be blown off the path. Most likely you will find yourself in the center of a level five hurricane or tornado.
Adequate rest room facilities - When you get to the race there will be several thousand runners and fifteen portable toilets. You can wait in line for an hour, go into a foul smelling port-o-let, wipe urine off the seat, have the door which does not lock opened by another runner (“Oops, I’m sorry”) and, after you are finished taking care of business, notice that there is no toilet tissue. As an alternative, before you leave the house you can stock up on plenty of toilet paper and go behind the third bush on the left.
Scenic course - You pass the county landfill where the loud buzzing sound is from massive swarms of flies. After navigating broken bottles and litter you notice graffiti with various expletives on buildings and bridges. A bridge traverses shallow green-brown water strewn with old tires, abandoned appliances and trash. Several homeless men ask for a dollar or a beer. Before finishing the run you are treated to the highlight of the course - a stretch which passes by a beautiful toxic waste dump. Gentle, rolling hills - Be prepared for non-stop nose bleed climbs followed by shin-ravaging down hills. The uphill stretches will make ‘Heartbreak Hill’ at the Boston Marathon seem like a small bump in the road. The down hill segments will be similar to a triple black diamond ski run. | | Comments(3) |
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Al Toll 5K (3.1 Miles) 00:45:00 | | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 3.10 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 3.10 |
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My kids did their first 5K today. Well, let me say, my daughter (6 years) did her first 5K today. My son (4 years) got carried a quarter of his first 5K today. Our friends (who are super fast yearly Boston Qualifiers) have a daughter that is 5 years old. She and her dad were doing the 5K and agreed to let Madison come along with them while I took Noah (a bit slower) on the race. The race was an out and back and Madison passed us about a quarter of a mile from the turn around point....so it's safe to say she was nearly 1/2 mile in front by the middle of the race. After that I had to hear about her finish. She did a walk/run with David and Sophie....until the end. She rounded the corner and took off. She found her mark (fellow competitor) and wanted to beat him across the finish line. See picture below.
Then she made her move.....
So as you can see, the goal to beat senior citzens has been passed down from granny tripping mom to gramps passing daughter. I'm so proud.
As for my son, well, he did finish the last .1 mile on his own feet (and not my back). This is him running all he can so mom won't finish before him. He has earned a club nick-name at this race....Backpack.
Final results: Noah took 1st in Boys under 10; Madison took 3rd in girls under 10; Mom took home a kink in her back.
UPDATE: Race results finally posted....Madison: 38:44, Noah 51:10 | | Comments(4) |
| | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.80 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.80 |
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Lots of fun on the tread mill this evening. As I read the different blogs on this site I realize how spoiled I've been this winter. I ran on a tread mill tonight because 44 degrees was too chilly for me to take it outside. Since I know you folks in CO, UT, and anywhere else have it so much colder you can feel free to boo me. :)
I'm quickly becoming adept at amusing myself for an hour at a time on the treadmill. Of course the 8 televisions in front of me help some as well as the mirror displaying my awful stride as well. I noticed last night that I run like a girl. (Gasp) My back foot kicks back and to the side as I run ... very similar to a dainty little girl being forced to run.
Geez, I will be thinking about this the next time I go on my group run. As often as we razz one another about everything on our long runs I have no clue how this has escaped the radar. We are doing the Snickers Marathon together in just under 2 weeks. I think I'll have to bring this most embarrassing bit of info to light around mile 18 or so when we need a bit of distraction. What better way to push through discomfort than to laugh with friends.
Well folks, I'm going to force a couple more pictures of my kids on you. I just got these earlier in the day. These were taken on race day last weekend. The first is my daughter about 15 seconds before she made her move on the older gentleman.
This next one is my son displaying his amazing abaility to levitate.
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| | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 4.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 4.00 |
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The weather is a beautiful 51 this morning, slight breeze, no clouds. It is a GREAT day for a training run.
I had a fun run on a trail this morning with my former personal trainer. She is 12 years my junior and working out with her is always a treat. We had a fantastic workout (both legs and mouth). I often wonder when we train together what gets a faster work out....my legs or my lips. :)
Happy running folks! | | Comments(2) |
| | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 5.00 |
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Shoot, I'm nearly a week behind on posting my mileage. This post is the only place I can keep myself accountable so I need to do a better job keeping it up to date.
Only did a quick 5 miles (maybe a smidge less). I was volunteering at a local race and needed to cut the run short.
The race itself was amazing. It was the 1st annual 5K put on by a local wellness center. There were 1250+ folks preregistered and a few more on race day. This is a small town (50K folk) so we never see races this size. Anyway, the RD put decent cash prizes out and we got some Kenyans from Atlanta to come down. I worked the finish line and had the fun to see them finish a 5K seconds over the 15 min mark....wow! What is even more impressive was the 1st place female to cross the line....a local 13 year old girl with a finish time of 18:02. As I watch her finish races (and win) time and time again I can't help but wonder if I'm watching a future olympic gold medalist.
Becuase I love to add pictures I'll add this one of the top finishers, including Grace.
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| | 400 m race pace | 800 m race pace | 1500 m race pace | 3 K race pace | 5 K race pace | 10 K race pace | Lactic Threshold | Aerobic Threshold | Marathon Pace | Base II | Base I | Regeneration | Total Miles | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 9.80 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 62.26 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 72.06 |
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