andee's running

I was so excited to be home and back in my normal routine.  I met the ladies this morning and it was cold, but we had a wonderful time catching up from the holidays. I'm truly grateful for running partners who motivate me to get out there on cold mornings and who always make the run fun!  When I got home everyone was still asleep, so I just layed on the couch and enjoyed the quiet.  Once the boys were up and fed I went down and finished up on the treadmill.  Now I feel like I can accomplish everything else on my list today!

I had a hard time finding the desire/motivation to run this morning.  Finally at 9:00 I said it was now or never...and so it began.  I started my run with a comfortable 10:30 first mile.  Then I decided to pick things up a bit.  I was happy to be finished in 49:58.  Afterwards my boys wanted to have their turn on the treadmill.  It was fun to watch them laugh and try new things(go fast and slow) while they were "running like mommy".

I went out to meet the ladies at 6:00 and couldn't believe how warm it was.  We started out and before long I was taking off gloves and unzipping my jacket - amazing in January!  We finished our 3.5 loop and I came home to get my family up and going.  I finished with 2 more miles on the treadmill so that I can get a little closer to my goal of 20 miles for the week.  Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!!!

I woke up this morning know that I had to get a few miles in in order to reach my goal of 20 for the week.  When I looked out the window it was lightly snowing, so I knew the ladies would not be going.  I was already up and dressed so I decided to go get my grocery shopping done early.  It was one of the most enjoyable shopping experiences I've had in a long time.  Once I was home and got everything put away I forced myself to get on the treadmill.  I just wanted to get done, so I tried to be speedy and ended up doing one 9 minute mile, which for me is very fast.  When that mile was over, I was ready to be done for the week.

I met Laurie this morning at 6:00 and was happy to get a run in outside.  We decided to vary from our normal route just a bit in order to avoid some icy roads.  The whole run felt pretty good and I think we were going about a 10 minute miles the entire time.  I got home and my boys were still in bed so I added on 2 more miles on the treadmill to give me a good start on the week.  My goal this week is to run 25 miles - please hold me to it!

Once again it is Tuesday, which means I have a YW meeting at 9:00am and that is my excuse not to run.  It really isn't a good excuse because there is plenty of time in the day, but I hate getting up and ready and then running and having to get ready all over again.  So, quite honestly, I'm just really lazy! 

Our experience at Primary Children's yesterday was amazing.  We came home with good news that everything was just fine!  I was so impressed with the wonderful people up there and the amazing technology we have today.  I drove home feeling so blessed to live here and to know that there are the best doctors in the world so close to take care of my children.

I had every intention of going out and having a good run this morning. However, I woke up to the sounds of wind and looked out my window to see snow everywhere. I climbed back in bed, but couldn't go back to sleep. Finally, at 6:15 my boys were awake in their room and I decided it was now or never. I wasn't thrilled to be on the treadmill, but at least I was running. I kept all 5 miles right around the 10 minute mark and was happy to be finished in 52:18. The best part of the entire run was that my boys played happily the entire time. Now I have to get myself motivated to go out in the snow and cold for all my errands - wish me luck!

It took me a while to get motivated, but I decided to go ahead and just do a nice easy run on the treadmill today.  I wasn't going to worry about speed or time, just enjoy the run.  The plan to just enjoy was quickly foiled by children who could not cooperate or get along with each other - frustration!  So, I did 4 miles in 41:53... 11:04, 10:27, 10:00, 10:22.  Amazingly enough, now that I'm finished my kids are playing together and perfectly content!!!

It felt soooooo good to be able to run outside this morning.  In fact, I was so excited I went out to the corner early!  It was a great day to be out, not too cold and no wind, can you really ask for more than that?  We ran our normal 3.5 loop and had great conversation which really made the time fly.  Once I got home I decided to add on another mile so that I can get a little closer to my goal of 25 for the week.  I'm excited for the weekend, tomorrow we are going to our cabin on the Provo river, which will be a nice change of scenery for me and the boys.

I headed out this morning excited and ready for a great run.  I met my friends Laurie and Jodi and we were off.  I must admit that the first 2 miles were a struggle.  My legs felt so tired and I couldn't breath real well.  Then it was like someone flipped a switch and all of a sudden I felt great.  Jodi turned back on the small loop, but Laurie and I kept going.  We had a great time talking about our families and our church callings - she's RS president and I'm YW president in our ward - and lets just say I'm grateful for what I have.  I'm glad the week is over and that I met my goal of 25 miles for the week - yahoo!!! 

My running partner called and cancelled last night, so I knew I would be on my own today.  I debated between the treadmill and waiting until my husband got home from work to go outside.  I chose the treadmill, because I know myself and if I waited it wouldn't get done today.  I decided to just do a nice easy run and I finished 5 miles in 51:24 so that's okay.  I'm not setting a mileage goal for myself this week, but I would be happy if I finished the week around 20.  I'm excited for all of you who are running Painters this weekend - good luck on your last few days of preparation!!!

I'm so grateful that Jody called yesterday and told me about the indoor track at the Olympic Oval.  I called my running partner, Jodi, and we decided to give it a try.  It was sooooo nice!  It felt good to run without being bundled in layers of clothes, and even better its was great not to be on the treadmill!!  We had a good time and felt like we were keeping a very comfortable pace - talked the entire time.  It was fun to see Jody and Paula there too.  They are much faster than us, but it was fun to chat for a minute when they would pass us.  My mileage is a guess based on the start and finish times.  I think we will definitely revisit the indoor track - Jody thanks for the heads up!

Another freezing cold day in the north!  I opted for the treadmill instead of heading outside by myself.  I ran 5 miles and a pretty steady 10:30 pace.  I would consider that an easy run because I never felt uncomfortable or like I was pushing myself by any means. I probably should try to push myself a little more than I do, I'll let you know if and when it happens.  My parents are coming into town tonight, so the boys and I are quite excited to spend time with them and Jody's kids while she's vacationing.  Something to look farward too, and another reason to clean my house!

We decided to revisit the Olympic Oval this morning instead of heading out in the snow.  On our drive we saw a man out running and I thought to myself he deserves some serious "commando points".  We had a nice run.... Half way through the first mile a gentleman passed us like we were standing still - how's that for self esteem??  I was trying to count our laps, but lost track and just decided to go by my watch.  It could have been a little more, but I feel good about logging a 4 for today.

GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE RUNNING PAINTERS!!!!!!

We decided not to meet until 7:30, so it was nice to be able to sleep in a little bit this morning.  I loved that it wasn't dark when I walked outside, but I hated every minute of being out in the cold.  It really was freezing this morning!  We did the larger loop and after the first mile it felt pretty good.  I got home and my husband had taken the boys and bought donuts and chocolate milk for breakfast, so of course I had to help myself to a maple bar - yum!!  I guess that totally defeated the run, but oh well.

Another BIG FAT ZERO for me today!!  I will use my usual Tuesday excuse of YW.  It is causing me some major stress and  a run would probably do me good to work some of it out.  However, my husband is working on finishing our basement and I can't get to my treadmill and with kids that's my only option right now.  I will enjoy the day off and tomorrow we are going up to the oval in the morning so I will get to run with great company and a warm environment.

It was a fun morning to go running at the oval. It was the first time in a long time that all four ladies in our little group were able to go together. The run started out great, but at about 2 miles into it I started to fade a little. A couple of laps later Michelle said she was going to walk and I was more than happy to walk with her.  I was feeling light headed and dizzy, so the walking was good.  After a few minutes we started running again and after about a minute I was sick again, so that was the end of my run this morning.  I'm home and still not feeling great, but am glad that I was able to get in at least a short run today.  I'm heading up to Clearfield High School this afternoon to judge another dance competition, so it will be a night of sitting (hoping my behind does better this time).

No run for me today.  After feeling so bad yesterday and being up late last night I'm just taking today easy.  I will feel much better about things after the ultrasound tomorrow.  I'm just praying that we hear a good strong heartbeat and that he/she measures the right size.  I'm planning to run on Saturday so maybe I can get a few more miles in for the week.

I was excited to run this morning, since it had been almost a week since I last did anything physical.  We went up to the Olympic Oval because of the terrible winds and cold weather.  It was fun to see Jody and Paula - they are fast!  We had a nice time chatting and laughing.  4 easy miles and everything felt great.

As for a quick update on the ultrasound...the sac only measured 4 week size so they had me do a quanitative blood test and those results came back matching perfectly to being 4 weeks.  I'm going back in today for another blood test to see if the numbers are going up or down.  My nurse seems quite positive, but I have been in this boat several times before so I will prepare myself for either way.  Thanks to all of you for your kind words and prayers.

I decided to walk on the treadmill today.  The boys  played great and I kind of enjoyed the slower and more relaxed atmosphere that came with walking instead of running.  However, after about 20 minutes and just over a mile into it I was ready to run.  I was starting to get a little bored.  I stuck with it and am glad I did.

Things are still quite unsure with my pregnancy.  I keep having blood tests and the numbers just aren't going up like they should, but they are increasing.  I will have another ultrasound on Tuesday.