| Location: west jordan,ut,usa Member Since: Nov 26, 2007 Gender: Female Goal Type: Other Running Accomplishments: 2009 Hobblecreek Half Marathon 2:04 PR; 2009 Deseret News 10K 57:32 PR; 2007 Murray Fun Days 5K 27:14 PR. Lots of other 5 and 10K's.
Short-Term Running Goals: Run consistently; Finish another half marathon Long-Term Running Goals: Stay active and healthy; Personal: Stay at home mom of 3 boys. Favorite Blogs: |
|
Click to donate
to Ukraine's Armed Forces
|
| Miles: | This week: | 0.00 |
Month: | 0.00 |
Year: | 0.00 |
|
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 137.60 | 1.00 | 138.60 |
|
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 6.50 | 0.00 | 6.50 |
| 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! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 5.25 | 0.00 | 5.25 |
|
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". | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 5.50 | 0.00 | 5.50 |
| 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!!! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.50 | 1.00 | 3.50 |
|
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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 6.50 | 0.00 | 6.50 |
| 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! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
|
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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 5.30 | 0.00 | 5.30 |
| 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! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.50 | 0.00 | 4.50 |
| 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!!! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.50 | 0.00 | 4.50 |
| 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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.50 | 0.00 | 4.50 |
| 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!!! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 5.30 | 0.00 | 5.30 |
| 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!!! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.00 | 0.00 | 4.00 |
| 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! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 5.00 | 0.00 | 5.00 |
| 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! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.00 | 0.00 | 4.00 |
|
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!!!!!! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.50 | 0.00 | 4.50 |
| 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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
| 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). | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.00 | 0.00 | 4.00 |
|
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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
|
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. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.50 | 0.00 | 3.50 |
|
| |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.25 | 0.00 | 4.25 |
|
iwa | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.25 | 0.00 | 4.25 |
|
45min. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.50 | 0.00 | 3.50 |
| I was thrilled... | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.50 | 0.00 | 3.50 |
| we ran... | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| so it has... | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| the news is... | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 4.00 | 0.00 | 4.00 |
| 4 miles walking on the treadmill... | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
|
Well once again I have no miles to log. I'm just struggling right now with feeling up to doing much of anything.
For the past couple of weeks I have been eating everything in sight (I had already gained 5 lbs. when I went to the doctor last week). Now, I'm feeling like I need to eat, but absolutely nothing sounds good. Maybe this will help even out my 5 pounds. I really feel like if I eat I will feel better, but then my body says eat and you'll puke. So what do you do???
I am really missing running. I miss the early morning visits with friends and I miss the way you feel after a good run. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
| So I guess I'm averaging one day of exercise per week - how sad is that?! I went walking this morning with Terah and we had a nice time. I had mapped out a route so I knew we'd get in at least 3 miles and we had a great time visiting. The only draw back was the wind and the fact that it took sooooooo long to finish. Can I just say that I miss running! However, I must count my blessings that I have 2 little boys that are officially potty trained and I'm 10 weeks along and everything seems to be going just great. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.25 | 0.00 | 2.25 |
| So, I think my body is in shock!! After an entire week of doing absolutely nothing physical, I drug myself downstairs and on the treadmill. I can't believe how out of shape I am. I know by the way I've been eating that if I don't start doing something I'm going to be the size of a whale within a month. Therefore, I am really going to try to get at least 30 minutes in every day this week. I think that's a good goal - now just hold me to it!! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 1.75 | 0.00 | 1.75 |
| So, I got the kids in bed and then sat and watched the Biggest Loser before I finally got on the treadmill for my 30 minutes. I decided to try one of the programs (I've had my treadmill for 5 years and this is the first time I've ever tried one of them). It went 2-4 mph and 0-6% incline. I think it was a pretty good workout for a tired mom at the end of a long day. I'm now 2 days closer to my goal for the week. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
| Had a good 31:42 on the treadmill. I think it went pretty well, except for the fact that I had to jump off twice to take kids to the bathroom. Now it's time for lunch... what to eat??? | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| A BIG FAT ZERO FOR TODAY! I had every intention of making it 4 days in a row, but life just didn't cooperate. Besides the fact that I had 2 extremely cranky little boys, I had absolutely NO energy and as the day progressed so did the nausea - no fun! |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
|
I was excited at 7:05 this morning when my friend Terah called and asked if I was up for a walk. YAHOOOOOO! It was a little cool, but not bad and we had an enjoyable time. Nice to have a good walk in already today. Took my kids up to the surgical openhouse at PCMC and wow, the lines reminded me of Disneyland. It has fun for them and something new for mom.
| |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
|
Okay, I have not done one active thing in weeks, I really need to find some motivation!
The potty training has gone great - no complaints. It did take us 6 different stops to make it to St. George last weekend, but no accidents, so all was well.
I'm 14 weeks along and so far so good with the pregnancy. I pulled out my maternity clothes and washed some pants this morning. I've been trying to squeeze into my jeans, and it's just getting to uncomfortable. I don't know if it's the baby, or my never ending appetite to blame for that one. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 1.50 | 0.00 | 1.50 |
| So my husband came home from work and suggested that we put the boys in the stroller and go for a walk - wow!! The boys were so excited and it was great to be outside and able to visit while the boys were totally entertained eating their snacks and falling asleep. |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
|
We thought is was going to rain this morning, but when I looked out the window it looked nice enough to head out. I called Terah and we met at the corner. We had a nice visit, but I must admit there were a lot of runners out there, and I really wanted to be running along side them. I'm grateful to have a friend to go walking with, it's making things much easier. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.25 | 0.00 | 2.25 |
|
So, I've decided to turn over a new leaf. I actually got on the treadmill this morning and walked 2.25 miles. It just felt good to be somewhat active. Now my goal will be to eat healthy today and do another round on the treadmill tomorrow.
| |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
|
My kids were begging to go downstairs and play, so I took the opportunity to get a few miles in on the treadmill. It felt so good - I really enjoyed getting my heart pumping just a bit and working up a very slight sweat.
I go to the doctor today - 16 weeks. I'm still waiting for the nausea to leave, but I'm excited to be able to schedule the ultrasound!! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.75 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| I was planning to get a good walk in on the treadmill this morning, but a YW visit got in the way of that. Luckily, by friend Terah called this afternoon and we took the kiddos for a walk. It was really slow, but at least I was out doing something. We're planning to go again on Saturday - keep my fingers crossed! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
| It was a beautiful morning for a walk. I met my friend Terah and we had a great walk and solved the world's problems at the same time. Came home and the boys helped me plant my garden. It's very little, but for someone who's never done it before I think it's going to be just fine. I'm finally starting to feel better - no nausea for 3 days in a row. I'm excited for everyone who is racing this weekend and can't wait to see/read the results. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.75 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| I took the boys and went for a walk on this beautiful day. Stockton wanted to ride in the stroller and Briggs started out walking. It was slow and I definitely am out of shape. But I didn't care because we were celebrating. I had just come home from the ultrasound and it's a boy!!! We are so excited and can't wait to have him here. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 2.00 | 0.00 | 2.00 |
|
Well it has been quite a while since I've been able to log anything. Today I woke up with more energy and some motivation so I took advantage and got on the treadmill. I did one of the programs and I was breathing so hard just walking on the incline that it felt like I had just finished a 5k race. I'm so terribly out of shape!
We took the kids up to "Thomas the Train" yesterday. It was great! They were totally into it and keep asking if they can go back today. |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
| It's amazing that it is the end of May and I am still putting on the same things I was wearing to run in December. Granted now I am just walking and my body doesn't warm up quite like it did but still this is on the verge of rediculous. Anyway I met Terah at 7:30 and we had a great walk. It's nice to have a friend to visit with and make the time go by faster. I got 2 days in this week so I'm hoping for at least 3 next week. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 28 weeks pregnant and looking like a house! The little guy is a mover and we can't wait for him to join our family. I have been doing a little more walking the last couple of days - feels good. Dog sat for the neighbor and that required me and the boys to take them out each day. Today we walked to the park only to get there and then have Stockton need to go to the bathroom so it was short stay. I really miss running and can't wait to get back! | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.00 | 0.00 | 3.00 |
| Met Terah this morning at 7:30. Almost missed it because my kids who are usually up around 6:30 decided to sleep in after their late night and I woke up at 7:27. Needless to say I was glad I had my thing out and ready and I actually got to run a little bit in order to meet her at the corner. The walk was hot and seemed really long but so glad to have someone to go with. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 1.00 | 0.00 | 1.00 |
| well it has been a while... | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
|
It has been forever since I've logged on to the blog, but I thought I would post an update... I am so happy to have my 3rd little boy here! He was born on September 23 and weighed in at 6 lbs. 8 oz. and 20 inches long. We named him Hank. He is a wonderful baby and I feel so blessed to finally have him here.
I have really missed running over the last 9 months and hope to be able to join you all again in a couple more weeks. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 1.00 | 0.00 | 1.00 |
| So, it's been 7 weeks today since my little boy was born. I decided to go out see how a run would feel. I knew it would probably be pretty ugly since it has been 10 months since I've done anything physically active. I told myself I would do the big loop around my neighborhood twice, not matter how hard it was. It went about how I had expected it. I ran most of it, but did have to walk about .25 in the middle to catch my breath. I got home and my lungs were burning like crazy. It's amazing how out of shape I am. I'm planning to get out again in the next couple days and hopefully it will start to get easier. |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 1.50 | 0.00 | 1.50 |
| So, I went out this afternoon for my second official run. It was a little easier than last week, but it was still hard. My body is definitely feeling it - I'm so outta shape!! I'm hoping to make it out again on Saturday and then adding a little more next week. I need to get some miles in so that I can eat all the yummy food next week. | |
| | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 137.60 | 1.00 | 138.60 |
|
|
|
| Debt Reduction Calculator |
|
New Kids on the Blog
(need a welcome):
Lone Faithfuls
(need a comment):
|