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Pocatello,ID,USA

Member Since:

Sep 30, 2007

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Local Elite

Running Accomplishments:

Ran one mile in 4:58 in 1989.

Pocatello Half marathon: I was 3rd overall with a time of 1:27:02, 9/05/2009

Turkey trot: 3.20 Miles at a 6:03 Pace.

Short-Term Running Goals:

To stay fit..

Long-Term Running Goals:

Have Fun!

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Day off to enjoy the day!!! Happy new year everyone....

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I was feeling a lot better on todays run :-)... My pace was 07:19.27. Cross training was fifteen min. 

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From wheakory on Wed, Jan 02, 2008 at 21:59:08

Nice job Barry. Are you running outside or inside on your runs. We need to do a run together sometime.

From barry on Wed, Jan 02, 2008 at 22:05:34

I am running inside, it is still a little too cold for me. But, I would like to take a run with you. Also, congratulation on your interview with the news paper. Keep up the great work your doing awesome.

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I ran five in a half miles today, it was hard. My pace was 6:53 then i did fifteen min. of stair stepper. I am really sore right now....

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I was a little tired today, but i did my five in half miles today. My pace was 7:30 and i then did my fifteen min. of stair stepper. 

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Todays run was an easy one, my pace was 8:13. I decided to take an easy because i had such a good week or running. Plus my problem with running at night then running in the morning! I did a heart rate check and before i started feeling weak my pulse was 138 and when i was feeling a little sick and weak my pulse 168. I am not sure if this means anything, so your guess is as good as mine!

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Day of rest, no running :-)...

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Today was a good run, my pace was 06:50.00. I am feeling the pain right now...

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Today I tried to take it easy, but that did not happen. My pace was 7:08 and I am really feeling the pain. 

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Today’s run was not too bad my pace was 7:53. I saw my next door neighbor yesterday at the GYM and in the conversation he told me that should run a marathon and that I am ready. I don’t think I am ready, I have only been running an average of 35-39 miles a week on the treadmill. I honestly feel I am not sure if I can run the half-marathon very fast right now. Any suggestions??

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From rachelle on Thu, Jan 10, 2008 at 14:53:30

Barry You are doing great you could do a marathon you have been training steady for a while and you are looking great, you can do it, (think I can I think I can)easy for me to say I am not running long miles yet.

From barry on Thu, Jan 10, 2008 at 17:36:43

Thank you for the advice, but I just don’t feel ready yet. I guess I need to run a 20 mile test run and see how I feel after that! Also keep up the great work. I can tell you from experience that running six days a week in not very much fun, but worth it in the long run. ha ha

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I was feeling good today; my legs were not bothering me. So my pace was 7:04 for five miles. I plan on running really early in the morning so I will see how I feel then.

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When I ran today I was not sure how I would feel because of running last night and a little more than eight hours later running again. But, I did not do to bad and I even felt pretty good. My pace was 8:11 with not dizziness or getting the sick feeling. This is a good day for me..

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What a day of running! I started out running good but then I started getting dizzy then it got worse as time went on. By this point I was almost at the half way point, so I then slowed down to get through the dizziness, which took almost a half mile of walking/jogging. So by this point is was at my three mile point and running at a 9:00 minute pace. Then I decided to run through the dizziness and I increased the speed faster and faster, I was hoping for at least 8:13 pace. But when I was closer to the finish I realized I could make eight minute mile pace so I increased the speed a lot more and ended up with 7:53 pace. So if I figured right my first three miles were nine minutes miles and my last two miles were 6:22, not to bad if I say so myself…

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From rachelle on Sun, Jan 13, 2008 at 15:34:07

Great run Barry how do you figure your 6.22 pace if your fastest was 7.53 how do you do your average.

From barry on Sun, Jan 13, 2008 at 17:09:57

My over all pace was 7:53, but my last two miles of my five mile average per mile was 6:22.

1. 9:00

2. 9:00

3. 9:00

4. 6:22

5. 6:22

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Today’s run I was feeling pretty good; I ran five miles at 06:53.40. I don’t like running on a Sunday, but I have a doctor appointment tomorrow. This may sound a little weird but I found out that I am allergic to my sweat and it causing me to itch during my runs. So I am going to the doctor and having this problem fixed. Let me try to explain this, I get treated for whatever the problem might be and for the next twenty five hours I have to avoid the area. For example I am allergic to my sweat so I will go to the doctor and get treated for sweating and then I have to avoid sweating for 25 hours and then I will no longer be allergic to my sweat. I know it sounds really weird but it works. I hope this makes sense if not I will try to explain it better, just let me know.  Also this is my cut back week, so this week I will be only running half of what I would normally run. This week off is what I need to help my body recover from all my long running weeks.

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From wheakory on Sun, Jan 13, 2008 at 21:21:43

Barry nice run. Don't sweat on me I don't want to catch it :-). Rachelle also doesn't want you to get too close to her.

Just kidding I hope the treatment works. One of these days Rachelle, Kathy and me and you need to run together. I'll get you outside in the cold weather. Good week Barry and I'll keep praying for you.

From barry on Mon, Jan 14, 2008 at 08:23:45

Thanks for your prayers, and i am looking forward to running outside on Saturday.

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Day off :)..

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Not a bad run today. My pace was 06:24.36 :).

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Todays run was relaxing, my pace was 7:13 per mile. 

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Not much to say. I had a good run, my pace was 06:57.09. Thanks for reading.

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I felt really good today, my pace was 06:35.27. I was a little tired after ward. Tomorrow is the last of my short days. I am really glad for the cut back, but i am ready to get back to business of training for my half-marathon in April..

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Not a good run, but I finished it. My pace was 8:34. My problem is that I was dizzy again and could not run very fast.

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No running today, day of rest ;)..

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I started out running thinking I was going to run 7:30 per mile, and then I thought I would change it to 7:00. My final time was 68:05 which is 06:48.50 per mile. I almost ran outside, but running in 8 degree weather did not sound very much fun. I can hear Kory right now saying boo hoo. That is OK; I would rather run on the treadmill for ten miles than running out side in 8 degree temperature.

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From wheakory on Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 13:34:41

I won't get after you. It's not the greatest feeling to run outside when the weather is cold. For example -7 degrees today wasn't exactly fun.

Nice run Barry your mileage is looking good.

From Jim on Fri, Jan 25, 2008 at 12:43:05

I'm with you. I'm a cold weather weenie. That's why man invented treadmills.

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Not a bad day of running, my pace was 6:53. I was in a hurry, because my wife and I had plans to go to the movie. I am feeling the pain now.

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From wheakory on Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 13:36:26

It really is hard to stay at the same pace on a treadmill. Liked we talked about Sunday you just want to keep bumping up the speed. Nice run again. 6:53 is right at a 3 hour marathon :-).

From barry on Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 17:35:47

It is very hard to slow down on the treadmill, but at night when i sleep i ache the whole night.

From wheakory on Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 17:53:00

Are you stretching after and before your runs and drinking plenty of fluid? That could be some of the problem.

From barry on Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 21:17:08

I do stretching before i run; i need to do some stretching after and see if that helps. I think it is because i am not use to running this fast. Also running six days a week is something new for me. I am use to running five days a week when i was younger and four days a week now that i am older. But i am adjusting to six days, i think.

From wheakory on Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 23:33:35

Really Barry give it a month and your body will change. Your going to be running six days a week and feel good. There's still weeks of fatigue at times, which I go through myself. You'll be running a 6 minute flat mile in no time.

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Not a bad day of running; I did not run very fast. My pace was 07:21.82, then I did 20 minutes of the star stepper.

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Not a bad day of running. My pace was 06:55.67, and no cross training. But, i did between .5 and 1.0 incline.

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Today’s run went good, my pace was 7:13 or 7:19, I do not remember for sure. When I was running I added some incline to the machine, I started out with .5 and ended up with a 3.5. Then I did ten minutes on the stair stepper.

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 My pace for three miles was 7:31 then I felt like I was getting dizzy so I took a couple minute break and drank some energy drink, and then finished off my last two miles at a 7:05 pace. I talked to my doctor this week and he told me the reason for my dizziness was my blood sugar dropped and told me to drink apple juice before I run. I did not have any apple juice so I substituted energy drink for it. I think next week I will drink the apple juice and see how that makes me feel.

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Planed day off :)!!!

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I decided to run eleven miles today, and I just wanted to run around a 7:00 minute mile. But of course that did not happen; my pace was 06:47.27. I am not sure why I want to run so fast, but I sure feel good.

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From MichelleL on Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 21:45:47

If you had run another 2.1 you would have broken a short term goal in a work out. Your workouts are looking good. The only thing now would be to up you minimum daily mileage. Start with a minimum amount you will run 6 days a week and then up that minimum every two weeks by one mile. You'll be ready for a marathon this summer if you are wanting to do one.

From ron on Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 22:10:06

I couldn't agree MichelleL more. Lots of medium miles are a lot better than a few fast ones. Increase slowly and you'll be there before you know it.

From barry on Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 22:40:45

Thank you for your idea of increasing my mileage. I have been thinking about doing a marathon, but I am not sure if I am ready yet. And by increasing my mileage I think I would be ready for one.

From barry on Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 22:43:28

The thing I have trouble with is doing things slowly. I am the kind of person that likes to get things done and get them done fast. But I will try to take my mileage increase slowly. Thanks for the help..

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Not a bad day of running. I really wanted to rest my legs from Mondays run; so I ran 7:24 pace. The one thing about running on a treadmill is that I want to finish my run faster; maybe that is why I run faster than I would normally would.

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Ran six miles today, and I felt the need for speed just kidding. My pace was 06:50.67, and my legs were sore. But I made it and I am glad that I am done.

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From amanda on Wed, Jan 30, 2008 at 21:15:57

Good Job on the fast pace.

From barry on Thu, Jan 31, 2008 at 08:54:50

Amanda,

Thank you. One thing that has helped me the most is running six days a week. And let me tell you from experience that six days a week or running is not very much fun, but I really helps a lot.

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Not a bad day of running. I wanted to relax today so my pace was 07:21.33. But I am still sore from yesterday run. I need something to help me over this soreness.

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From Benn on Thu, Jan 31, 2008 at 21:32:01

Barry, I'd say ask Jim. He knows best. After all he jsut did that 24 hr race on New Years. I'm reading Running Through the Wall: Encounters with the Ultra-Marathon right now actually, and I'm thinking about training for the VT 100. I'm also thinking about doing Nipmuck marathon 26.4 trail 'thon in Ashford CT on June 1st this year. You've really got fast just in the last couple of months!

From Benn on Thu, Jan 31, 2008 at 21:32:57

I think you're in the 40:00 or 41:00 range for 10k at least and definitely in shot of a 1:33 half.

From barry on Thu, Jan 31, 2008 at 21:41:18

Thanks for the help. Is Jim on the blog? Also, good luck your VT 100 and the Nipmuch marathon if you decided to run them. Where is the VT race at? Let me tell you that running six days a week has helped me the most with my running.

From wheakory on Thu, Jan 31, 2008 at 23:06:18

Are you talking about doing the run by yourself or with a team?

Nice runs Barry.

From barry on Fri, Feb 01, 2008 at 08:39:33

I would like to run it with a team, but I did not know for sure if you were interested. Also, I would not be able to run it very fast and I did not want to slow you down if you decided to run it with me. Are you interested? If you go to the website there is a video you can watch of a past race.

From Benn on Fri, Feb 01, 2008 at 09:12:47

yeah his name on here is ultrajim

From barry on Fri, Feb 01, 2008 at 17:38:40

Kory,

I can not go on that 110 mile race. I can not afford the race it will cost 1,350.00 each.

From wheakory on Fri, Feb 01, 2008 at 18:59:25

I wouldn't run the race especially by myself. I'm in no training mind to do a ultra especially this short in advance. I wouldn't think you would need a years worth of training before doing this distances.

I might be able to crawl to the finish line, but that wouldn't be the experience I would want. I have no desire right now to do an ultramarathon.

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Not much to say today, my pace was 7:24. Thats all folks...

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Not a bad day or running, average pace was 7:22.

1.      1. 8:06; Ran with a friend

2.       2. 7:55

3.       3. 7:40

4.       4. 6:48

5.       5. 6:47

6.        6.   7:02

7.       7. 7:06

8.       8. 7:29

The first three miles my pace was 7:53 because I ran with my friend from church. The next five miles I ran by myself.  The pace for five miles was 07:02.40.

 

 

 

 

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Day of rest. This week is my short week of running, so i will be running half of what i would normally would run..

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From wheakory on Mon, Feb 04, 2008 at 22:50:33

Short week. I thought a week was 7 days. You can't alter the universe. :-). Good running Barry.

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Today’s run was hard for me because I had to go to the bathroom a lot. My average pace was between 6:48 to 7:03 per mile. I had to go the bathroom so much I could not keep up with my average pace.

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I felt really good today, my pace was 06:41.33. 

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Not a bad run today my pace was 07:01.67.

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Today run started out good, but did not end well.  The first half was good, but the second half my blood pressure dropped again. I need to drink some apple juice, I was told by a doctor that would help me. I will test this theory tomorrow and see. My over all pace was 07:10.33.

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From wheakory on Thu, Feb 07, 2008 at 12:10:19

What route are Kathy and you running this Saturday?

Nice run... also make sure your reloading on your Carbs that's important.

From barry on Thu, Feb 07, 2008 at 12:19:19

I am not running with Kathy this weekend. I am going out of town, so i am going to run at the GYM. Sorry :(

From wheakory on Thu, Feb 07, 2008 at 13:04:42

I was just asking I wasn't planning on running with you guys, because you start to LATE!! :-). I like to start on Saturday at around 7 or 7:30 so that I can get done.

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I drank the apple juice today before i ran and during my running, and i felt a lot better. My pace was 07:06.67.

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Not a bad day, my pace was 7:03. Have a great weekend....

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Plan day off. 

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I was in a hurry today, so my pace was fast.  I could not have run this fast without the treadmill. My pace was 6:40.

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I was hurting pretty bad today due to the run that I did on Monday. Plus, I used a different treadmill. I think my pace was about 7:10 to 7:15 per mile.

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Not a bad run today. I ran seven miles at a 06:56.86. I was schedule to run six, but since I only ran five miles yesterday I wanted to make up for that day.

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I was feeling pretty good today, my pace was 06:52.67.

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I was a little tired, but not too bad. My pace was 07:03.80.

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I was trying for fourty miles this week, but that did not work out. My pace was 7:01.
 

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Planned day off. Yesterday I had to have a toenail removed due the fact that it was dead and needed to be removed.

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I was feeling really good today, my pace was 06:42.27. 

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I started having back pains after my run yesterday, so i did not run very far today. My pace was 7:05.

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From wheakory on Tue, Feb 19, 2008 at 23:55:05

Barry, Drop your pace down to 7:30 and do a few aerobic base runs. Your running a lot of runs fast and that's going to fatigue the body. Doing some recovery runs is good for the body.

From barry on Tue, Feb 19, 2008 at 23:57:56

On all my runs?

From wheakory on Wed, Feb 20, 2008 at 00:15:53

No, I would do one fast run a week and then some easy aerobic base runs. The aerobic base runs with easy miles will allow you to increase your mileage each week. Believe it or not the aerobic base runs will make you faster when you do your anaerobic runs. If you keep running fast say 80 to 90% every day your going to fatigue the body down and be at risk to getting injuried. Easy miles is what helps you build a base so that you can increase your mileage.

From barry on Wed, Feb 20, 2008 at 17:29:00

Thank's Kory i will try doing your suggestion.

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I took a rest day and slowed down my pace. My pace was 07:23.60.

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From wheakory on Wed, Feb 20, 2008 at 22:13:15

Nice run and way to slow your pace down. You'll get some energy back. I will do my first run tomorrow after five days of rest.

I'm hoping everything goes well. I have no pain so that's good, but I haven't put any stress on it either.

From barry on Wed, Feb 20, 2008 at 22:20:26

Thanks for all your help. Do you think you might want to try NAET or JMT? I really think it would help you out a lot.

From barry on Wed, Feb 20, 2008 at 22:22:02

Also, I will be praying for you..

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I wanted to run a little bit faster today than yesterday, I felt that it was something i needed to do. My pace today was 7:11, that felt like a good running pace for me.

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I had to run fast today, because the GYM was about to close. My pace was 06:41.60.

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Not a bad day of running, my pace was 07:14.40. One thing i have found out is that when i start feeling sick if i just take like a one to two min. break i can finish up my run with no problem :).

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I had to run today, because my wife and i are going skiing tomorrow. So i had to run today so i could have tomorrow off :).. I am not sure why i ran so fast, but i did. My pace was 06:37.91, but please remember that i am running on a treadmill. Thanks for reading this and have a great weekend, or what is left of it....

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From Benn on Tue, Feb 26, 2008 at 22:47:27

Barry - just wondering. How did you feel with the 11 @ 6:37 pace? Considering it was on the treadmill, I think that in real simulated race conditions, you'd easily be able to not only shatter your short term goal, but meet your long term goal. a 1:30 half is only 6:51 pace. You're easily there. I think goal adjustments are in order! Great progress in such a short time!

From barry on Tue, Feb 26, 2008 at 23:30:49

Thank you for the idea of adjusting my goal times. Running the 6:37 pace was really hard for me. But before i change my goals i would like to accomplish them on a race cource. I am not sure why i feel that way, but i do..

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Planned day off :)..

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Not a bad day; kinda boring. My pace was 07:22.17. 

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Enjoyable run today, my pace was 07:00.83. 

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From amanda on Thu, Feb 28, 2008 at 10:10:37

I think Jesus loves runners too!

From barry on Thu, Feb 28, 2008 at 12:29:51

Amen!

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Not a bad run today, my pace was 07:07.17. The fun thing about todays run is i added some incline. I started with 1.0 around the two mile mark and ended up with 5.0 with a little left in my six mile run. :)

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I was really tired today my run yesterday took out a lot form me. My pace was 07:02.80.

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Not a bad of running. My pace was 06:56.60. I started something new today, i walk five min. before and five min. after my run and i really never knew how much i needed that little bit of walking. I think i will start doing that from now on. Have a good weekend.

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Planned day off! This week i my run half my mileage week. So i will only be running 20 miles this week. 

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Not a bad run today, my pace was 06:37.09. 

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Good run today, my pace was 07:07.67.

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I was feeling really good today, so my pace was fast for me. My average pace was 06:37.00.

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Not a bad run today. I started out at 1.0 incline and ended 4.0. My pace was 07:06.00.

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I am pretty soar from yesterday run. My pace was 07:06.00. On a side note when i had my heart rate checked it was 56.

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Todays run was good, my pace was 06:52.33. I am glad my short mileage week is over, now i can get back to my regular training. :)

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Todays run was different. When i started i had to go the bathroom, so i decided to run to my seven mile mark and stop for a couple of minutes and go. So my first seven mile pace was 6:42 pace. Then i came back and felt really good, but i started way too fast and way over did it. I had only four miles to go and since i started out way too fast i was lucky to make it to the 3 1/2 mile mark. So my  pace for that 3 1/2 mile was 6:12. I then rested for a couple of minutes and ran the last half mile in 2:57. I think i am going to feel this run in the morning. :) So my over all pace for the eleven mile run was 6:30.45, but please remember i was running on a treadmill. 

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Planned day off. :)

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Nice easy run today. My pace was 07:12.33. 

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I did my once a week incline on the treadmill. I started out with .05 and by mile 5.00 i was up to 3.0 and then the last half i went up to 3.5. I am really soar, i wish i would have been doing this all winter. My pace was 7:03.

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Not too bad of a running day. I am still a little soar from yesterdays run, my pace was 07:03.33.

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I was feeling good today, my pace was 6:31. Tomorrow i will be running eight miles and it wont be on a treadmill. :)

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From wheakory on Fri, Mar 14, 2008 at 17:00:24

Barry, I would at least run 10 miles. At least a a comfortable pace that feels good. Where are you running? I'm going to do a 10k race in IF tomorrow.

From barry on Fri, Mar 14, 2008 at 18:11:52

Kathy, Matt (neighbor) and I are going to run the Pocatello marathon course. Kathy is going to run eighteen miles. The reason I am only running eight is because everything I have read says when increasing your mileage only increase it by 10% per week. What do you think? Also, good luck on your race tomorrow, I will be praying for you.

From wheakory on Fri, Mar 14, 2008 at 18:18:50

Two more miles will not hurt you if you drop your pace the last two miles. It's a good idea to run 10 to get used to the outside altitude. Treat the last two miles as a cool down.

From wheakory on Fri, Mar 14, 2008 at 18:23:10

What time are you guys running? I'll be praying for you as well.

From barry on Fri, Mar 14, 2008 at 19:52:50

We leave Kathys house at 8:30.

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Nice easy run today, i ran with my next door neighbor. It was suggested to me to run ten, but my neighbor had to be back home by 11:00 so all we could do was eight miles. When running it felt like we were running into a five to ten mile head wind. My pace was 7:30. Also, i will be running my long run (eleven miles) on Sunday so i would like to have fresh legs for that.

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Well i was wanting to run at least 7:00 minute miles, but as you will see that did not work. My total time for eleven miles was 72:48. Oh well maybe next time... :)

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From wheakory on Mon, Mar 17, 2008 at 10:49:19

Barry, don't always go by a pace you need to run some days on how you feel. If you push a pace where you don't feel like doing it that day, than it's going to hurt your run the following day.

Speeds not always the key, you need to build the endurance. The longer your on your feet the easy it is for your aerobic ability to increase. Try doing easy runs for five days or four than pick one day and do a 5 or 6 mile tempo run.

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Planned day off ;)

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I had an easy day of running, my pace was 7:10. I am starting to run during my lunch hour and i find that works out better. Why you ask? Well i am glad you asked, because when i get off of work i dont have to rush over to the GYM and run. I can go home and relax and watch TV. Have a Great Afternoon :)..

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From wheakory on Tue, Mar 18, 2008 at 20:55:08

Nice work Barry. Also it makes it so that you don't have to hurry through your run like I had to on my second run tonight. What are you running this Saturday. Are you running up the Pocatello Marathon course again?

Great pace Barry your going to excel in Ogden. I think you can at least do a 1:35 or better.

From barry on Tue, Mar 18, 2008 at 21:10:44

Thanks Kory. It was sure nice to take an easy run today. I was thinking about running ten miles this Saturday, and Kathy is going to run eight i think. I am not sure where I am going to run. Did you want to run with us?

From wheakory on Wed, Mar 19, 2008 at 11:00:59

I'm not sure. I'll probably do my long run on Friday, but I could still do a nice run with you guys Saturday, but it would have to be like 7am or 7:30am, because I think we have soccer for Dallyce Saturday morning, but I'm not sure of that yet.

I like to run early Saturday, because it doesn't take up the rest of your day.

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I had a good run today, my pace was 06:50.50. Todays run i felt like i had pushed it, so i am a little tired. Thanks for reading this.

Have a good day!!!

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From rachelle on Wed, Mar 19, 2008 at 15:17:22

Hey Barry who said I read this just kidding kepp up the good runs

From barry on Wed, Mar 19, 2008 at 16:33:34

Thanks rachelle. i have been reading how good you have been doing. So when are you going to run your first marathon?

From rachelle on Wed, Mar 19, 2008 at 19:27:19

Marathon ha ha .. what about you your alot more close than I am I haven't even made it to 5 miles yet.

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I had a rather enjoyable day of running today, the reason why is because i took it really slow. My pace was 07:09.67. I guess that is all i have to say about that. God bless

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I am a little tired today and i am not sure why. My pace was 06:53.50. Tomorrow when i run either eight or ten miles i am going to take an easy. Thanks for reading this.

 

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I had a nice easy day of running. I was able to run with Kory and i really enjoyed running with him, thanks Kory. My over all pace was 7:25, but i really was not planning on running very fast today. 

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Planned day off.. :)

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Today run will be a two part day. I will be running six miles at lunch and five miles after work.

Lunch,

My run at lunch was a good run, but i am a little tired now. My pace was 06:26.83. So i might be a little soar for my after work run.

After Work,

I was tired and wanted to go home, so i ran kinda fast. My pace was 06:26.80. But if you add my six mile time with my five mile time together, my pace was 6:26 per mile. Not too bad if i say so myself.. Have a good night.

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Pain, soar and holy cow i am really hurt. My run yesterday really put me in the pain zone today. My pace was 7:13 and i could not run any faster than that..

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From wheakory on Tue, Mar 25, 2008 at 16:09:28

Barry, I think you need to do some slow recovery runs for the next three days. Give your body a chance to heal. You did two faster runs yesterday and you can't expect to do that again today. That's just too much. I would do some runs in the 7:50 to 7:40 range at least for the next couple of days.

From barry on Tue, Mar 25, 2008 at 16:34:41

Kory,

Thanks for the advice; I think I can do that. Also I think you should run the half marathon for the Salt Lake run and the full marathon for the Ogden.. Why you ask, good question. I think that running the half will help you run faster for the full. That is my story and I am sticking to it.

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Today i took my run nice and easy, my pace was 7:28. I was still a little soar but doing OK.

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From wheakory on Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 17:27:10

Good job now do that type of pace till maybe Saturday.

From barry on Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 20:26:19

Thanks for all your help. But i do have one question for you? That race in Salt Lake is it a hilly course or not? Because according to the altitude display, it looks like a hilly course.

From Bonnie on Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 21:41:41

Barry, I am probably running the 1/2 as a training run - it is mainly downhill. I know most of these roads and I can't think of any place that has any major hills. It is primarily a flat to downhill course. Any little blips at all will be in the first 3 miles.

Bonnie

From barry on Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 21:44:26

Thank you very much. I think i will run the race now. I have not done very much training for hills. Thant is why i was asking.

From barry on Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 21:45:49

Kory,

You can count on me running the Salt lake 1/2 marathon.

From wheakory on Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 21:59:45

Told you Barry there were no hills! That it was flat and somewhat downhill. Sure you listen to someone else and not me :-) (just kidding).

I'm excited were going together it will be fun. Barry, I really believe you will do well and get under 1:30. Rachelle, said she would reserve the hotel for us tomorrow.

From barry on Thu, Mar 27, 2008 at 07:55:18

I also could use your help with something else. I would like to buy a pair of racing shoes for the half marathon and i would like some help deciding what would work the best for me.

From wheakory on Fri, Mar 28, 2008 at 17:35:52

Barry, your would need to wear them quick before the race to get used to them, or you could have major issues in the race.

Don't you run in Saucony shoes.

The Saucony Tangent 2 is really suppose to be a good racing shoe.

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Ran another easy day :). I think my legs needed some relaxing days like this, thanks Kory. My pace was 07:23.83. Plus I ran with some new shoes, I think that my old shoes were hurting me more than helping me.

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Nice easy run today. I tried something new today it is a before and a after drink for exercising. I feel that it really helped a lot. I am not even tired or soar :). My pace today was 7:19. Tomorrow I am going to run eight because last week I ran nine and my body really did not feel up to running that much, so I am cutting back this week.

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I had the opportunity to run with Kory yesterday on the Pocatello marathon course. I did not do too badly, about five of the eight miles the road was like an ice skating rink.  I do have to Praise God for helping us through the slick road, and helping us not to fall on our face. Just before we left to go running the wind was horrible, the last I heard we were getting winds around thirty miles an hour.  But God worked it out that we only ran in the wind for a little bit, not too much. On my last mile I was trying for a 6:3? pace but that did not work out. My last mile was a 7:05. My over all pace was a 7:13, which I not bad because on mile four I was running an overall pace of 7:3?.  So with all the problems I really did have a fun time.

Thanks for reading and have a Great day!!

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Day off :)

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Wow, what a day!! I did not eat before I ran and I could really feel it. Also, my calf’s were bothering me today, and I am not sure why. My pace was 06:53.27. And also this is my short mileage week and so I will be running half of what I normally do.

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From wheakory on Mon, Mar 31, 2008 at 23:42:49

Barry I got our Hotel reservations for the Salt Lake City Half/Marathon at the Marriot City Center. The price was $109.00. Do some stretching to loosen up your calves.

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Not a bad run today. My calves were a little soar, but not to bad. My pace was 06:14.75, and i am feeling it now.

 

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Easy run today on the treadmill. My pace was 07:07.67.  Not much to say. Have a great day :).

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I need some help today. Here is the story, last night I received a message from my wife telling me that she canceled an appointment we had today (Wednesday) no big deal. I then went home after work and asked her why she canceled the appointment. All she said was she had a bad day and would not go into detail about it. So today when I woke up I let my dog out to go to the bathroom and started looking for the other dog, I then could not find her. Then I went in and woke her and asked her what happened to my dog. She then informed me that she had her put to sleep. I did not take the news very well. I am the one who took care of the dog, not her. I want to know what gives a person or wife the right to make decisions like that without asking there spouse. What??? Also I need prayer, so please pray for me...

My run today helped me get over my anger toward my wife, a little bit. My pace was 06:38.33. I am feeling pretty good right now. I also received some good news today. The owner of the company I work for came to me and asked me if I wanted to run a race in June; and then told me that the company would sponsor the race for me.

 

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From wheakory on Thu, Apr 03, 2008 at 13:02:59

Was there something wrong with the dogs health? Cool-down a bit and then go back and talk to her.

From barry on Thu, Apr 03, 2008 at 14:36:37

My dog was 12 years old and she had problems. I am just mad because she just did it without talking to me.

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Today I was a little soar so it took me a little bit to get going. My pace was 7:07. On Saturday i will be doing my run in Idaho falls. Have a Great day. :)...

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What a day; my pace was 7:02. Not too bad of a pace, but I realized that I forgot how to pace myself when I run. Also I am hurting on hills, because my second mile had a little hill and I did not do very well on running it.  I am predicting for my race coming up in Salt Lake to be about 1:45 for a half marathon.  So guess if anyone has any advice I could use it now.

 

1.       6:38

2.       7:22

3.       7:05

Thanks and have a great weekend!!

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No running today. Had a nice day with the wife :)..

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Today's run did not go so good. I was not feeling too great and after three miles my body wanted to stop. My pace was 06:43.00.  The first three miles was 6:59 pace then i had to go to the bathroom and rest for a minunite because i was not feeling good. Then the last seven miles were a 06:36.14 pace.

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From wheakory on Mon, Apr 07, 2008 at 18:58:23

Barry, when you don't feel great you shouldn't run at a faster pace because you'll wear your immune system down. Even I don't do that, just my twice cents.

Your going to do great at the Half-Marathon with a run like this.

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Not a bad run today; I was a little tired but not too bad. My pace was 07:11.17. I have noticed that my treadmill pace it fifteen seconds faster than my street running. Something to think about.. J

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From wheakory on Tue, Apr 08, 2008 at 17:49:51

No wind, the environments different. Don't have to worry about breathing as much. Also the treadmill helps your feet push off where on the road you have to do that yourself.

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What a day of running; my pace was 06:47.00. I did find out that my thyroid is not working and it is affecting my running. So I am now taking some herbal medication to help my thyroid start working again. The problem is that when I am running I am getting dizzy and sick and have to stop in the middle of my run. So I am praying that this herbal medication works. Thanks for reading this.

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From wheakory on Wed, Apr 09, 2008 at 22:55:54

How did you find out about this, and are you still going to be able to run the Salt Lake Half Marathon?

From barry on Wed, Apr 09, 2008 at 23:22:34

Yesterday i was feeling sick while running, so decided to call Dr. Ward and talk it over with him. You know the NAET stuff. Well I found out that when running your body produces something called glycogen (An increase in glycogen stores translates into the ability to maintain one's pace during the marathon and delay the onset of fatigue) and my body was not producing it. Also the symptoms I was describing to the doctor sounded like my thyroid was not working and he checked me out and found out that it was not working. So he sold me some thyroid builder and told me that would help my thyroid to start working again, which would help me in my running. And yes I will still be able to go to Salt Lake next week. I am just looking for ways to help me run a better race. Also thank you for all your comments and suggestions.

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What a day... My body decided to get sick on mile two instead of mile three. So I used the time to get a drink and other stuff.  So my pace today was 06:57.17. I think I feel the medicine working, but I am not sure. I do pray that by body will be better by the race next week.

 

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From wheakory on Thu, Apr 10, 2008 at 17:10:11

What type of sickness do you have. See glycogen is what stores in the muscle and this is produced by the foods you eat. Which are grain, wheat, pasta, potatoes, like spaghetti, Bagels, banannas, fruit.

What type of foods are you eating?

From wheakory on Thu, Apr 10, 2008 at 17:14:15

If you start posting to other people blog then you will start getting responses on yours.

Post to the blog "Air Darkhorse" he's actually formed his on business to train athletes via email. I would get a hold of him and have him train you. His rates for training I'm sure are not that high. I ran with him in Arizona and he is awesome. Tell him I sent you to him.

He's actually become a good friend of mine.

From Bonnie on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 15:53:40

Hey Barry, sorry to hear about your stomach. I think a coach would be great for you - you are on the verge of either making a big breakthrough or wearing yourself down ... someone with experience can make sure it is the former. Personally, I think you should slow down some -- you don't need to run fast every day, it is just as important to let your body recover as it is to make it work hard and run hard. I will be cheering you on (from afar) in your race next weekend!! Between now and then you need to take it easy and stay healthy.

Bonnie

From air darkhorse on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 16:13:30

Barry, Can you send me an e-mail via the Fast Running blog's private message? Tell me what you would like as far as coaching and we can discuss details. Thanks, Steve.

From barry on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 21:46:37

Thank you for contacting me. But i do not know how send you a private message through Fast Running, sorry. Can you explain to me how to write to you?

From barry on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 21:57:15

Thank you for your help. My problem is I run on the treadmill and I usually get board and want to run faster. Also, I usually run during my lunch and need to get back to work. But I am looking into a trainer right now. My cousin (Kory Wheatley) told me about one and I have contacted him. Thank you for cheering me even though it is from afar. But I do have a question for you, when you are a week away from a race how much do you cut back on your running? I was thinking about cutting my mileage in half. What do you think?

From Bonnie on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 22:17:56

Personally, I have found cutting back that much does not make me "fresh" - I would cut back about 75%, and do some "faster" strides on Wednesday (about 25 second bursts of speed - about 5 of them) to keep your legs "primed". Cut back more at the end of the week, but still try to run about 30 mins/day (try to run more slowly - it will pay off come Saturday!).

Bonnie

From air darkhorse on Sat, Apr 12, 2008 at 00:25:40

Do you have an e-mail address? Mine is steve.ashbaker@gmail.com Leave me an e-mail at that address. Or you can also call me on Saturday or Sunday and weekday evenings at 801-554-8562. Thanks Steve.

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Another rough day, my stomach was giving me problems. Well just say that I had to go to the bathroom a lot during my run today. If I figure right my over pace was a 6:55, I think.

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Today I was trying to run some mile repeats but the mile I was running was uphill. And I did not run on the treadmill today. I was going to run six miles, but for uphill running that was way too much for me. I think next time I am going to run half mile runs, I think I would get a better workout.

1.       1.  8:31 Up Hill

2.       2.  ?       Down Hill

3.       3.   8:20 Up Hill

4.       4.   6:06 Down Hill

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From barry on Sat, Apr 12, 2008 at 22:44:15

Kory,

What would you suggest for my mileage this week?

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Day Off... ;)

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I am cutting back on mileage, because i have a race this weekend. My pace was 7:08 with a one percent incline starting at 1.75 out of 5.00 miles. I want to try to simulate running on a road as much as possible. With one hundred sit ups. Also, I am not sure what to cut back to on my mileage. I was told by someone to cut back at least 75%of my mileage per week. Any suggestions?

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From Benn on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 06:42:55

Well the goal of a taper is to get to race day at your optimum level of conditioning, so definitely not much speedwork this week, and most would just say if you want to run do some slow 40 or 50 min runs is all. Also I have a lot of buds that do stride outs the night before in a parking lot to get the kinks out. I don't know, but for anything other than a marathon I think that tapering 75% is a bit excessive.

From barry on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 08:06:23

Thank You for the help, i never know how much to cut back. I have not heard about doing strides the day before but that sounds like something i would like to do. Also good luck on getting in the St. George marathon.

From Jon on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 13:01:59

I agree that you don't really need a taper, especially if you are feeling fine and not worn down.

From Bonnie on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 13:08:56

Hi Barry - I was the one that suggested 75% - and what I meant was cut out 25% not 50% as you suggested ... (opposite of cutting back 75% of your mileage) -- sorry about that misunderstanding.

If I were you, I would run no more than 40 mins on Tuesday, either run 30 mins or take Wednesday off, run 40 mins on Thursday including 5 x 25 sec strides (with 1` recovery jog) at the end of the run and run 30 mins very easy on Friday. Except for the strides, or the last mile of these runs, I would keep the pace either what you ran today (or slower if your stomach issues come back). Just think of these days as keeping your legs fresh - you will not gain enough fitness in these runs to help you on Saturday, you are just reminding your legs what it feels like to run.

Good luck ... Bonnie

From steve ashbaker on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 19:52:27

Barry, What is the distance that you are racing this weekend? If it is a 5 or 10k you should just jog really easy for 2-3 days before the race. Not longer than 40 minutes per say. And yes, strideouts are ok up to a 30 seconds apiece or so. When I say easy I really mean easy ok?

From steve ashbaker on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 20:23:30

It looks as if you are racing the half, in which case it's really important to have rested legs and body. One thing I want to discuss with you is slowing down the pace of your daily runs and increasing your base mileage.

From barry on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 22:13:38

Thank you for the advice. My problem is i think i am starting to feel tired on my runs, like i am running too fast. So i have hired a trainer to help me to become a better runner.

From barry on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 at 22:17:38

Bonnie,

I am sorry for the confusion. I know what you mean now. I will try the strides if I can. I had to get a EKG and blood work done today because I have been getting sick and chest pains. So I am going to talk to my trainer tomorrow and figure what the best thing for me is..

From Bonnie on Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 00:22:36

Take care Barry -- I am glad you have hired a coach, I see some great runs in your future!!!

Bonnie

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Today not a good day at all. My run started out good, but ended bad. By mile two I was dizzy and not feeling good. So I stopped for a couple of minutes and went back to running and that did not help very much at all. I just kept feeling worse and more worse. So went back to work and told the owner that I needed to go to the doctor because I was having heart problems. So I went to the doctor and had some blood work and a EKG done. And all I found out is my heart is good. I still do not know why I am getting sick in the middle of my running. I was also told to have a running test to see what my heart is doing while I am running. But that cost 275.00 so I will pray about this and decided if I need to get this done. And I am still plan on running the Salt Lake half marathon on Saturday.Also my pace was 7:19 per mile..

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From wheakory on Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 00:02:53

Barry, sometimes when you run you have bad and good days, but it doesn't mean that there's something wrong. If you read some of the blogs you will find that several runners have bad and good day. What are you eating every day. Give me your breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu.

From barry on Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 17:37:44

Kory,

I can give you my breakfast and lunch but dinner changes every day. For Breakfast I eat cereal and then a snack to help me run at noon, then lunch I usually eat a chicken sandwich. But dinner I can not say because that changes every day, sorry. Also Gina told me I can drive on Friday. So what time did you want to leave?

From wheakory on Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 18:22:12

What time do you get off? I can leave at noon. We have to be there at least before 6pm to get our packet information. Adam RW on the site said you would like meet us at the expo.

From barry on Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 21:07:29

Kory,

I can get off at 11:30 then i need to take a shower. What time do you want me to pick you up.

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Not too bad day of running; my pace was 06:56.60. I had to stop running at mile 2.50 then I was able to finish and when I was one I felt good.  

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Nice easy run today. My pace was 07:26.33. Also, starting next week no more treadmill :(. I am going to miss the treadmill. But i did talk to my trainer and i think we have a plan of action for me. I will tell you all next week what the plan is...Have a Great day....

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Day off. Resting before race. :)

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Race: Salt Lake Marathon (13.15 Miles) 01:39:18, Place overall: 200, Place in age division: 22
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Wow what a race. When I went into this race I was really nervous. I had been running the treadmill and was not sure how I would run a race on the road. But thanks to God and Kory I was able to run a good race.  I have to thank God for helping me because when I started He gave me some scripture that helped me to know that He was going to help me and when by body started falling apart he help me to finish the race.  And Kory for going with me and also helping to build my confidence and having someone there to talk to and come up with a plan of how to run the race.  Also, the day of the race the weather really sucked and the wind was just horrible, I think the wind was blowing at 20 mph with gust up to 25 mph. My over all place was 200 out of 3819, and for my age I was 22 out of 199. Some of my problems were that I needed to be more hill ready and I was not.  So before my next race in May I plan on running some hill. The next race will be in Ogden Utah May 17 and I am a little excited to run.

1.       7:37

2.       7:22

3.       7:27

4.       6:54

5.       7:08

6.       7:25

7.       7:16

8.       7:19

9.       7:25

10.   8:04

11.   7:52

12.   8:18

13.   8:02

       .15. 7:12

 

Now some fun stuff about the day before and the day of the race. I did get to meet some really good runners like Sasha and Adam, thanks to Kory for introducing me to them.  But one thing about Sasha is he really helped me on my running by giving me a running plan during the winter which really helped be to get to this point of my running, so thank you very much. One funny thing about the start of the race was when they started the race I stood around for about three minutes and when I finally got to the chip starter the song  playing on my mp3 player was  “who let the dogs out.”  And after the race I was waiting to cheer Kory, Adam and Sasha on I was really amazed by watching the winners of the marathon coming in to the home stretch.  Then I had a really good ride home and great conversation with Kory. This was a very very fun weekend for me.

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Comments
From Bonnie on Sat, Apr 19, 2008 at 18:33:30

Congratulations Barry -- can't wait to hear all about it!

Bonnie

From Lybi on Sat, Apr 19, 2008 at 20:28:21

Wow! Huge improvement! Enjoy your triumph.

From ron on Sat, Apr 19, 2008 at 22:56:22

way to go Barry! PR and your short term goal. congrats

From barry on Sun, Apr 20, 2008 at 00:10:32

Bonnie,

Thanks i will give a report tomorrow.

Lybi,

It was a tough course, but thanks.

Ron,

Thanks. Now i get to change my short term and long term goal.

From wheakory on Sun, Apr 20, 2008 at 20:36:49

Barry, you did awesome and you did it with confidence, and going into Ogden you'll really be ready to even PR that race.

We both need to train the hill to get ready.

From barry on Sun, Apr 20, 2008 at 21:17:17

Thanks Kory

You helped me a lot, so thank you. I think if there were no wind you would have made your goal. Keep up the good work.

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Day Off :). i need a day off after my race on Saturday.

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Not much planned for this week in running. I was told by my trainer to not run very much this week. My pace today was 7:42 and according to him I am should be running 9:00 miles. So this week I am not running much and it will be a lot slower times. Then I was told after this next race I should not plan any races for a while. He wants to build my aerobic base mileage. Which I am bummed because I want to race some more races, but I understand what he wants to do.

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Nice slow easy day. My pace was 9:05, my total time was 27:15. I am runnig slow to let my body rest from Saturday race.

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Today’s run was another easy day. My pace was 9:10; I think my body is ready to pick it up a little. This is a new way of running for me because I am use to running fast every time I run. So I am praying that in the long run I will be running a lot better than if I was running my way.

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Today’s workout was fun. I ran three miles in 26:23 (08:47.67 per mile), but every ¾ of a mile I would pick it up from a 9:00 minute mile to a 7:00 minute mile for about thirty seconds and then I would back down to a 9:00 minute mile. It was a nice change for me.

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Nice easy run today. My pace was 8:53. I have to tell on myself, I have been running the treadmill. I know I said I should be running outside, but I figure that this week is a relaxing week for me and it would be ok to run on the treadmill. I have been running with the incline set at one percent and today I ran with it at two percent.  I do plan on running my ten mile run on Saturday outside.  I am running the Pocatello marathon course to help me get use to running down hill, to prepare me for the Ogden ½ marathon.

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From air darkhorse on Sat, Apr 26, 2008 at 18:31:02

Good, it's ok to use the treadmill once in a while. But only on recovery days or bad weather in my opinion. Good pace control on this workout. Sounds like you'll have a good workout tomorrow.

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What day of running, my pace was 8:54. But it sure was a pain. The course I used was the beginning of the Pocatello Marathon and that is a down hill course. So my goal for running was to run nine minutes miles and running a down hill course that becomes very hard, I think I wore myself out trying not to run so fast. I kept speeding up to a eight minute mile and then slowing down to a nine minute miles. So by mile seven/ eight I was wore out. Also, I did not bring any water with me. But praise God my friend that came with me had some extra water. So the last few miles I had to stop a couple of time, but that is OK I guess. My heart rate over all was a 150 bpm (Beats per minutes). Over all not too bad of run..

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No running today :). But I am running 47 miles next week..

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Monday

Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 07:05 154 16 MPH
2 06:41 175
3 07:26 180 16 MPH
4 08:36 166
5 08:48 170 16 MPH
6 08:33 166
7 08:23 167
8 08:28 168
9 08:34 165
10 08:21 175
Average 08:05 168.6

Todays run was a windy one and a little warm, the temperature was 72 degrees. I ran ten miles today, according to my trainer I should have ran ten tomorrow. But today worked out better. I really do miss my treadmill. Why you ask OK I will tell you, 1) no wind 2) no traffic 3) It sets the pace for you. 4) Smooth running, I could go on but I think you get the point. So anyway have a good night or day, depending on when ever you read this.

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From wheakory on Mon, Apr 28, 2008 at 23:40:26

Barry, the problem with treadmills is you can't race on them. You also have to learn to depend on running your own pace and knowing when to slow down and speed up and not depend on a machine to do this for you.

Besides wouldn't you rather view the outside and actually run somewhere, rather than in place.

Your doing awesome keep it up.

From barry on Mon, Apr 28, 2008 at 23:44:56

Thanks Kory, i am just going threw with drawls for the treadmill. You think you are ready for Ogden, and what time are you wanting to get?

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Tuesday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 08:03 155
2 06:52 162 10 MPH
3 07:49 159
4 14:16 146
5 08:13 170
6 08:29 171
















Average 08:57 160.5

Todays run was OK, my pace was 8:57. But at mile four I stopped and talked with a friend and forgot to stop my watch, so that is why my time it at 14:16. I have been learning a lot about running, and what I have been learning is I need to slow down and work on my aerobic running. Which is really hard for me because I like to run fast. But thanks to Steve and Kory, I think I am understanding why. But it has not been easy for me. I will write about this more tomorrow.

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Wednesday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 10:26 141
2 12:12 130
3 12:32 130
4 13:02 131
5 14:26 132




















Average 12:31 132.8
Temperature 36 Deg

 

Today was a eye opener for me. I did not realize how much out of shape I am, or should I say my aerobic training fitness sucks. How can I tell this, well my run today I was tying to keep my BPM between 120-150. I was able to keep it low, but I was running so slow that I could have been speed walking faster than my run today. It was kinda of funny when my five mile run was over I could not feel my legs because they were so numb from running so slow. But I will keep running this slow if it helps me to obtain my 1:30 minute for a Half-Marathon. So thank you for reading, and if you have any questions please feel free to ask. Thanks

 

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From Bonnie on Wed, Apr 30, 2008 at 22:20:59

Barry, this is common - all my friends have said exactly the same thing when they first start using a HRM. It is not that you are not in good shape, it is that you are not efficient at running slowly. Give it a couple weeks and you will notice it getting better.

Good job on keeping the long term perspective!

Bonnie

From barry on Wed, Apr 30, 2008 at 22:31:49

Thanks bonnie, you know i never new running slow was hard. i thought it would come naturally. I do agree with you in the fact that i needed a trainer to help me become a better runner.

From air darkhorse on Fri, May 02, 2008 at 10:30:10

Barry, Don't worry right now about it. We'll tweek things up here in a while. For now stay especially in that 130-150 zone. Aim to run somewhere around 10 minute mile pace. I'll call you tonight about Saturday's harder workout session ok?

From air darkhorse on Fri, May 02, 2008 at 10:32:54

If it's any consolation I'm having to run 8 minute miles to stay in my zone because of the accident. That is not running for 3 weeks and with a slight injury still hanging on.

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Thursday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 10:07 I45
2 11:55 131
3 12:29 125
4 13:01 126
5 13:08 125
6 12:52 126
7 12:45 127
8 13:09 133








Average 12:25 111.63
Temperature 44 Degree

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Due to the stomach flue I am resting tonight and not running. But hopefully I will be better for tomorrow.

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Saturday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 08:59 147
2 09:04 153
3 08:55 149
4 09:10 152
5 09:17 152
6 09:18 139
7 09:13 118
8 09:18 103
















Average 09:09 139.13
Temperature 35 Degrees





 

I felt pretty good today, my stomach bothered me a little but not to much.. My overall pace was 9:09 and I was trying for a 9:30. When I decided to go home from work early because of my stomach flue I decided to go the doctor and get treated for stomach flue. The doctor I went to is certified in NAET "http://www.naet.com/" which is like acupuncture and was treated for flue and from then on God used that to really helped me to feel a lot better.

 

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Sunday, Day off.. :)

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Monday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 07:57

2 08:34

3 09:01
6 MPH
4 09:06
6 MPH
5 08:41

6 08:40

















Average 08:39 0
Temperature 75 Degrees

 

Had a rough day today. My poor mom was really sick and need to go the ER, so that was rough. But she is doing better now. I tried to run a 9:30 pace, but that was not happening today. My over all pace was 8:39. I am not sure what my trainer wants from me this week, but when I know I will let you know. Thanks for reading and have a AWSOME DAY... :)

 

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From steve ashbaker on Tue, May 06, 2008 at 14:41:07

Take it easy on the warmup a bit more Barry and try to keep it around 9 minute pace. No need to be exact though. Talk to you later tonight.

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Tuesday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 08:28

2 08:38

3 08:24

4 08:38

5 09:05

6 08:38

7 08:37

8 08:34

9 08:44

0.87 08:50

Average 08:46 0
Temperature 70 Degrees

 

Nice day to run. I was only going to run eight miles, but i was having a lot of fun so i kept going until i ran out of time for my lunch. My pace was 8:46. Also, i forgot to wear my heart monitor, when i remembered it i was on mile three. Thank for reading... 

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Wednesday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 08:24 156
2 08:39 152
3 08:32 145
4 08:38 152
5 08:33 156
6 08:27 156
















Average 08:32 152.83
Temperature 60 Degrees

 

Not much to say. Have a good day. 

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From dionne on Wed, May 07, 2008 at 21:23:24

barry,

thanks SO much for the encouragement. i aplogize for any wait on reply; i have no excuses except the ones that don't matter. i have to tell you, the last few days seemed discouraging as i was trying to make a single-handed attempt to improve my condition by only running faster and pushing harder...not much success. at this point, i have read your comment and feel strongly that i should follow in the direction i was heading, and keep up my long distance runs as well as additional aerobic activity, to accomplish my bb goals.

i only wish you needed great tips...but you seem to be doing great on your own. hopefully i'll learn from the best!

thanks again!

~dionne

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Thursday
Miles Pace BPH Wind
1 08:31 152
2 06:56 167 20 MPH
3 06:56 169 20 MPH
4 06:56 173 20 MPH
5 08:13 160 20 MPH
6 08:21 162
7 08:27 163
8 08:09 161 20 MPH
9 08:19 160
10 08:31 163
Average 07:55 163
Temperature

60 Degree
 



 

Not too bad of a day, but really windy. I am a little soar but not too bad. My overall pace was a 7:55. I had the chance to run a little faster and it really felt good., but the stupid wind really made it hard. But I think I am going to run on the treadmill tomorrow because I am paying for the membership and I need to use it.

 

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From wheakory on Thu, May 08, 2008 at 21:20:24

Barry what are you using to show your mile splits in the table graph. Are you using new software.

Barry, I would continue to run outside because the wind will help you in Ogden.

From barry on Thu, May 08, 2008 at 22:11:54

Kory, the program i am using is excel. I made a chart in excel and copy and past it to the running blog when i fill it in. I was kinda thinking about running outside but i think i will now. What are you running on Saturday?

From wheakory on Sat, May 10, 2008 at 01:25:32

I'm in Boise and I ran 14 miles this morning. Saturday I will only run 8 miles which is close to 80 for the week.

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Friday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 08:41 150
2 08:31 149
3 08:08 143 25 MPH
4 08:31 150 25 MPH
5 08:39 152 25 MPH
6 08:34 157




























Average 08:30 150.17
Temperature 52 Degrees

 

Today I was a little soar, but the wind still sucked. I was trying to slow down today because I am planning on running thirteen miles. This week i am at fifty one miles and that is the most I have ran in years.

 

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Saturday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 08:27 151
2 06:53 167
3 06:43 167
4 07:02 170
5 08:26 155
6 08:17 159
7 08:20 156
8 08:29 156
9 08:33 155
10 08:32 149
11 08:42 153
12 08:43 154
13 08:35 156
Average 08:07 157.54
Temperature 26 – 36 Degree

I was pretty tired today. I am not use to running so much in a week and I could really feel it today. My over pace was 8:07, not too bad. I am a little worried about next week race. But I put my faith in God for all my help, because if anyone can help me the most He can. Thanks for reading and have a blessed day.

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From air darkhorse on Sat, May 10, 2008 at 21:44:20

Barry, Take tomorrow off and make sure that you run in that 8:30-9:00min/mile range. I prefer 9/min/mi. just run 6-8 miles a day really easy. On the two days before the race just jog 4-5 miles a day really easy. Hydrate and keep up on your carbs. Steve.

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Monday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 08:55 147
2 09:10 140
3 09:03 133
4 08:53 133
5 08:58 141
6 09:00 151
















Average 08:59 140.83
Temperature 58 Degree

 

I was really soar over the weekend so i was not sure how today run would go. And I was told by my trainer to try to run 9:00 minute miles and guess what, i did. I think running that pace really helped me to get over being soar. Have a good night..

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Tuesday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 09:50 151
2 08:09 149
3 08:25 137
4 08:51 145
5 08:54 145
6 08:52 147
7 08:47 150
0.25 02:14 156








Average 08:49 162.76
Temperature 60 Degreees

 

Not too bad of a day. I am not sure why my first mile was so slow. I felt a little soar, but not too bad.. 

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Wednesday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 08:14 154
2 08:49 151
3 08:43 139
4 08:38 146
5 08:37 147
6 08:55 154
















Average 08:39 148.5
Temperature

65 Degree
 



 

Not too bad of a day. But I am wondering how Ogden will go!!

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Nice slow day. My pace was 8:56.

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Day off.

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Race: Ogden Marathon (13.17 Miles) 01:34:55, Place overall: 59, Place in age division: 4
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Saturday
1 7:45
2 7:25
3 6:59
4 7:09
5 6:49
6 7:03
7 7:16
8 7:09
9 6:51
10 6:47
11 7:11
12 7:34
13 7:43
0.17 1:07
Total 1:34

My time was 1:34:55 and my pace was 7:11. A crazy thing happened when I was running, I fell. When I was about mile 11 I ran too close to the edge and fell and I fell hard. My calf and my muscle around my hip are bruised and I am hurting. The neat thing is when I fell I should have hit my head against the ground and should have hit it hard, but Thank the LORD I did not. I have to say it was a miracle from God. But when I fell I rolled one time and was able to get right back on my feet and keep running. When I got up from the fall my right calf felt like my muscle tighten up like a base ball and as I keep running the Lord took away the pain and let me finish the race. So now next week I need to go to the chiropractor and figure out what damage I need to get fixed. So what a day and thank you all for the comments.

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Comments
From Lybi on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 12:45:59

Whoa! Way to take a chunk off your time, Barry! Congratulations!!!

From jtshad on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 15:26:34

Good job Barry!

From Bonnie on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 15:27:58

Great Job Barry!

Your patience and focus has really started to pay off!

Bonnie

From Cody on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 16:05:23

Nice Job on taking off so much time! Well done!

From barry on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 17:54:07

Thank you all for the wonderful comments. It really means a lot to me.

From barry on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 17:56:57

Cody,

Great Job running today, you did awesome.

From barry on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 17:58:01

Great job running today. Keep up the good running.

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Monday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 09:36

2 09:35

3 09:15

0.5 04:33

























Average 09:25 0
Temperature 81 Degree

 

Nice easy day. I thought i was running slower, but i guess not.. 

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Tuesday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 08:36

2 08:37

3 08:53

4


























Average 08:42 0
Temperature 81 Degree

 

I had a rough lunch, that is why i ran a little fast.. 

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Wednesday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 08:42
21 MPH
2 08:49
21 MPH
3 08:59





























Average 08:50 0
Temperature 47 Degree

 

The weather was not the greatest. I ran in 21 mph wind and there was rain.But i made it.  

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Nice easy run today. I ran on the treadmill and my pace was 8:41 and i kept my heart rate between 138-145 bpm. Tomorrow i am going to run 14 miles :). Thanks for reading...

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Friday
Miles Pace BPM Wind
1 08:45

2 08:49

3 08:36

4 08:40

5 08:48

6 08:51

7 08:38

8 08:45

9 08:42

10 08:50

11 08:43

12 08:28

13 07:18

14 07:54

Average 08:33 0
Temperature 46 Degree

 

Nice easy run today. Nothing else to say but thanks for reading..  

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Comments
From Bonnie on Sat, May 24, 2008 at 17:39:18

Nice run Barry, constant pace that got faster as you went through the run. Your training is going really well!

Bonnie

From barry on Sat, May 24, 2008 at 23:16:30

Thanks bonnie, i am trying to built my aerobic base. That is why i am running a little slower.

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Saturday
1 9:05
2 8:52
3 8:48
4 8:29
Total

8:48
 

Easy day !!




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Sunday
1 8:27
2 6:49
3 6:37
4 6:50
5 8:42
6 8:45
7 8:42
8 8:32
9 8:40
10 8:37
Total 8:04

 

I ran today because i wanted Monday off to spend with my wife!! 

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Day Off!!

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Nice easy day. My average pace was 8:44.

1. 8:49

2. 8:44

3. 8:46

4. 8:39

5. 8:48

6. 8:38

 

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Time                     BPM

 

1. 8:24                     151

2. 7:01                     167

3. 6:39                     167

4. 6:31                     174

5. 8:35                     153

6. 8:38                     154

7. 8:34                     153

8. 8:21                     150

9. 8:19                     153

10. 8:31                   156

.29 2:37                   164

Total 7:59

 

I had a good run today. But my right calf is a little soar, but not too bad. Thanks for reading this. 

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Comments
From steve ashbaker on Wed, May 28, 2008 at 23:58:18

Make sure you take Friday very easy in anticipation of a recommended long run on Saturday with some faster miles at 10k pace toward the end. 13-15 miles total with the majority at an easy, conversational pace ok? Good job on the last run.

From steve ashbaker on Thu, May 29, 2008 at 00:02:24

I will call you tomorrow to discuss some things.

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Comments
From wheakory on Fri, May 30, 2008 at 19:18:43

What's your running plans for Saturday?

From barry on Fri, May 30, 2008 at 21:06:08

I am not sure if i am going to run. I have shin splints, but i think it might be my shoes. I did not run today, but i hope i can run a little tomorrow. What are you planning?

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No running today i had shin splints. To make a long story short i want to thank God for healing it.

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No running today. God healed my shin splints :)...

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No running today.. I did have my pastor at my church pray for me and the other day God gave me a scripture on healing. So I am claiming that I am healed in Jesus Name. :)

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Today’s run felt good. My shin splint is getting better and I was able to run four miles. My average pace was 08:54.25. I ran on the treadmill because I felt I need a soft place to run and the treadmill was the best for me. I did try to include some inclines but that started to become too much for me  I am not sure how much to run tomorrow, but I will pray about it and see how my let feels tomorrow and go from there. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!!

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What day, I almost did not run today. When I was at the GYM and going through my stretching routine I felt pretty good, but when I started running I almost stopped.  My right calf was almost hurting to the point of stopping, but a couple miles in the run it started getting better not much better.  So I think I will have to see about tomorrow running. I will let you know.

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I was not sure if I was going to run today, but after going to the doctor I felt really good about running. My goal was six miles on the treadmill with a .5 percent incline with my pace per mile about 9:00. I was also treated for my IT muscle for repair and was told how to treat my shin splints, it worked but I was feeling pain in other places and I was also told to take 800 mg of ibuprofen three times a day.  I am praying this will take care of my shin splints. Thanks for reading..

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Not to bad of a run today. My 1 1/4 mile pace was about a nine minute mile pace with a 0.5 incline. While running i ran into a friend i use to work with at AMI. and she was so impressed how i am looking. And i have to say that made me feel great. So when i ran the next 4 3/4 mile i was feeling good and ran faster with an increase of my incline and pace. I was able to run an 8:34 pace with an 1.0 incline. I did keep an eye on my bpm and keep it between 140 to 150. I have to say my shin splints were feeling OK to good, but i still have pain. Thanks for reading and have a great day...

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Bad day of running :(.

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Comments
From wheakory on Fri, Jun 06, 2008 at 14:55:29

What happened today? Are you hurting?

From barry on Fri, Jun 06, 2008 at 16:41:18

My shin is still bothering me. And i don't know what to do!

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No running today. I am resting my leg :(..

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No running today. I am resting my legs.

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I had a nice run today. My shin bothered me a little bit but not bad well just say compared to Friday it was like night and day. I ran six miles with a 0.5 incline and my BPM was between 146-154, my pace was 8:23. When i was talking to my friend while running we decided to run a marathon in December in Las Vegas. So that will be my first marathon and i am a little excited to see how I will do. Thanks for reading and have a good night.

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From wheakory on Mon, Jun 09, 2008 at 23:03:38

I've heard that the wind is horrible in this marathon, but you have to start somewhere. Who's knows maybe I'll want to run this one with you guys. I almost ran this one last year. One of my runner friends lives in Las Vegas and ran it last year.

From barry on Mon, Jun 09, 2008 at 23:28:56

I was going to ask you if you would want to run this one with us. Matt my next door neighbor and maybe you and myself would run. Think about it and let me know.

From Cody on Mon, Jun 09, 2008 at 23:33:11

That is where I ran my debut marathon too. It was ok. The best part by far was the start. Running doen the middle of the strip was pretty neat. Then cruising down Fremont street under the cool canopy. Good stuff. My race report if you are interested...

http://cody.fastrunningblog.com/blog-Las-Vegas-Marathon/12-04-2005.html

From barry on Mon, Jun 09, 2008 at 23:50:12

Thanks for sharing that with me. i will read your race report.

From barry on Mon, Jun 09, 2008 at 23:56:41

I also wanted to ask you, was it very windy when you ran the race on 05? And was the race organized and easy to follow the course?

Thanks

Barry

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I have decided to take a break from running :(. My shin is not healing and I need to stop running until it is fully healed. I have tried everything else and nothing is working. So I am hoping that in a week or two I will be back to running. I think I will try will try using the stair stepper or the elliptical machine. If anyone has any advice for me I could really use it right now. Thanks for reading and have a good day..

Evening: 

I went to the doctor today and we decided that taking four weeks off would be the best for me. Then we talked about cross training like the stair stepper, elliptical and riding the bike. So i am going to start my work outs with riding the bike and then use the elliptical 45 min to 1 1/2. And some of the reports i have been reading says that the elliptical will almost give you a better work out. Any other suggestions?



 

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Comments
From wheakory on Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 17:39:03

Have you tried a different pair of shoes? Maybe a massage in that area would help too.

From barry on Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 20:28:32

I have tried different pairs of running shoes, 800mg of ibuprofen three times a day and icing. I am not sure what else to do?

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I did not run today, but I used the elliptical. And I am feeling a little soar but not too bad. I hope that when I can start running again that I will be in better shape compared to when I started using the elliptical.

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I am trying to get myself instead of reaching a mileage point that I can reach a time point. I used the elliptical for one hour today and when I was done I could not feel my legs. So I know that it is working. I also kept my heart rate from 140 – 150 bpm. My ultimate goal is to use the elliptical hour and half every day. So I will see how that goes. Thanks for reading and have a great day.

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From Lucia on Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 18:15:53

A lot of people train by time instead of miles, that's not a bad thing at all. Now, not feeling your legs? Hmmm... are you maybe training a bit too hard? Nice going!

From wheakory on Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 20:52:56

Explain what you mean by not feeling your legs? Do you mean your legs were fatigue from the workout? Because if you can't feel your legs than something is wrong.

I run by time myself after running a marathon and I don't care what the pace is . I just want to get a good work-out for that time. Time is more important than mileage, because it shows how long you've been on your feet running.

From barry on Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 22:27:10

Thanks for your help. I think i was just over training myself. I never really used the elliptical that much, so my legs are not use to using it for one hour and they were just a little soar.

From barry on Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 22:30:47

Kory, i think i am not use to using the elliptical that much and my legs were just a little tired and soar. I think i will do better in the long run with just using time instead of mileage for the elliptical and maybe running also. I am just trying to keep my body in shape for when i start running again.

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Today i used the elliptical for an hour and fifteen minutes. Boy was my legs soar, but it felt good. i am really enjoying the elliptical machine. But i still miss running. Thanks for reading and have a great day..

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From Laurie on Sat, Jun 14, 2008 at 10:36:56

The elliptical is killer for my cardio. When I had to use it for cross training I thought about 2 hrs would be a great long run but after one I thought I was going to pass out!

I love having my treadmill, not always the preferred method but I have one available whenever I need it.

Sport beans, I have about 40-50 extra still.

From Barry on Sat, Jun 14, 2008 at 10:59:58

I will take them all. I can sent you a money order if that is ok with you? Please give me an address to send the money too. Thanks barrey

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Nice easy day. But i am having a harder time keeping my heart rate around 150, i think that is good? Also, i am not sure why but when I start the elliptical i have a hard time keeping my heart rate even close to 150 it is either too high or too low. It takes me about fifteen to twenty minutes to obtain my goal of 150 bpm. Weird... Thanks for reading and have a great day.

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From Lucia on Sat, Jun 14, 2008 at 13:52:14

Hmmm... sorry I can't be of help, I'm new to this heart rate training thing and need to find out more about it myself.

I haven't used your trick of wrapping my shins and using the glue sticks yet, but I will soon. Also, did your doctor give you any exercises to do to strengthen your leg muscles? Mine told me to do toe lifts (both standing and sitting down), also putting a towel or rag on the floor and picking it up and dropping it with your toes is supposed to help... Happy weekend!

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Day off :)

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I tried running before i used the elliptical and my shin was still hurting. So i used the elliptical for one hour, then i tried running again and it was a no go. I think i am going to go to the doctor tomorrow and see how my shin is progressing. I will let you all know more tomorrow after my doctor appointment. Thanks for reading and have a good night...

 

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From Lucia on Mon, Jun 16, 2008 at 22:18:32

Good luck tomorrow - Thanks for that video about shin exercises. I've been doing some similar exercises but that video explains things very well. Keep icing, stretching, strengthening, and you will feel better soon!

From steve ashbaker on Mon, Jun 16, 2008 at 22:49:01

Be careful Barry and don't rush back into it ok?

From barry on Mon, Jun 16, 2008 at 23:01:33

Thanks, how is your shins doing after your race?

From barry on Mon, Jun 16, 2008 at 23:02:54

Thank you, i think i need a reminder now and then. I just miss running.

From barry on Mon, Jun 16, 2008 at 23:05:04

Also, what do you think of this video? http://www.metacafe.com/watch/787346/shin_splints_cure/

From lucia on Tue, Jun 17, 2008 at 08:25:07

Barry - I don't want to contradict your doctor, especially because I'm not one, but have you checked out the discussion forum, undier "Injuries"? There is a topic on shin splints... http://fastrunningblog.com/forum/index.php/topic,410.0.html

Most people I talk to say that stopping running altogether is not good: the shin pain will return as soon as you come back to it... and that's exactly what happened to me after taking 4-6 weeks off, twice, and trying to get back into running: the pain returned immediately, even though I tried to come back slowly. Everyone I talk to says the same thing: run slower, less, stretch, ice, massage, strengthen... but don't stop running. You may want to ask your doctor about this... Best wishes!

From lucia on Tue, Jun 17, 2008 at 08:28:38

My shins were not hurting after the race at all - I did 11 miles the day after on a trail, and felt great. Took yesterday off, and today they feel a bit stiff... My problem is that when I don't feel the shin pain, I don't ice, stretch, and strengthen as I should... it's very important to keep doing it a while even after the pain is gone to make sure it doesn't come back. But thank you for asking! Have a great day!

From barry on Tue, Jun 17, 2008 at 20:51:30

Thanks for the help. I am glad to hear that your shin splints are not hurting you. I did ask the doctor about the shin splints coming back. He told me that would be true for me, but I am working out with the elliptical and the stair stepper so I should not get then back. He said shin splints come back for people who do not cross train or do anything while they are off from running. He also said that my shins are looking good. But that was a good question to ask him. Thanks.

From barry on Tue, Jun 17, 2008 at 20:56:56

I did show the doctor my shoes and asked him what he though about the wear pattern and if I am prone to shin splints. He looked my shoes over and said yes, that I am prone to shin splints. Then he gave me some advice on how to adjust my foot so I could run with my foot being flat. So I will try his advice and see if that helps. Thanks

From Lucia on Wed, Jun 18, 2008 at 11:02:38

Wow, sounds like you have a very knowledgeable doctor! Mine just said "Yeah, you have shin splints... do these exercises, ice, and they'll go away eventually"... I did lots of biking, yoga, weights and walking when I wasn't running though, and still they came back. Hopefully you will have better luck than me! I've been doing the exercise in the video you showed me, and it seems to be helping. Thanks! Good luck!

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Today I tried something different. I use the stair stepper for fifteen minutes and the elliptical for forty five minutes. I read on the internet last night that if you want to keep your endurance use the elliptical and if you want to run faster use the stair stepper. So today I did both. My shin bothered me a little with the stair stepper, but not too bad. So tomorrow I think I will use the stair stepper for ten minutes and the elliptical for fifty minutes. Thanks for reading and have a good night. :)

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From steve ashbaker on Tue, Jun 17, 2008 at 22:08:33

I'll say that your persistent, that is for sure. Keep up the faith.

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I did forget to tell about my doctor appointment. Not much to tell about. The doctor said that my shin is looking good and I also had him look at my shoes for wear pattern from running. Well according to my right shoe pattern I do have the tendency to have shin splints. So after some discussion he told me how to fix the problem. I think I am going to try to go every week until the shin splints are gone. One more thing we talked about. I asked him about getting shin splints back after I start running again. He told me that as long as I keep doing cross training that I should not get them back. He told me that people who that just stop and do nothing while there shin splints heal are the one that get them back when they start running again. I guess there was a lot to talk about, oh well. Thanks for reading and have a great day. I will write more later.

Afternoon:

When I started my workout I was going to just use the stair stepper for ten minutes, but I was feeling so good I decided to go for the fifteen minutes. When I was using the stair stepper I did not feel any pain from my shin, but some burning and I think that was from building muscle that I lost during this time of healing. Then I used the elliptical for forty five minutes, I am starting to feel better using that machine not as much pain. The elliptical is a lot harder than I thought. So now what will I do, I think I will start asking God when I can start running again. So thanks for reading and have a Great Day..

 

 

 

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Not too bad of a day. I ran for a mile and a half at a nice easy pace then I used the stepper for fifteen minutes and then the elliptical for half an hour. My shin did not bother be too much, I felt a little tension but no pain. I am taking my running nice and slow. Thanks for reading…

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Today is my Birthday :)..

Did the elliptical for 30 minutes. The shin  was a little soar today!!

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From wheakory on Fri, Jun 20, 2008 at 09:46:15

Barry Happy Birthday and enjoy it. Although to celebrate you could run 37 miles to celebrate your new age today. :-)

From barry on Fri, Jun 20, 2008 at 11:08:35

Thanks Kory,

Just remember your birthday is fast approaching. Then you could run 37 miles along with me…

From josse on Fri, Jun 20, 2008 at 12:51:56

Happy birthday! No birthday run? I alway like to go on a birthday run, nice and easy, on some snow covered trail (mine is in the dead of winter).

From barry on Fri, Jun 20, 2008 at 13:01:02

Thank you, but no running today. My shin is not doing good, so i need to rest it. But I do plan on going to a movie and going out to eat..

From Lucia on Sun, Jun 22, 2008 at 14:15:32

Happy birthday Barry! Have fun at the movies, and pig out on your special day! To a great year without shin pain!

From barry on Sun, Jun 22, 2008 at 17:15:49

Thanks. I am glad birthdays only come once a year ;)...

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Resting my shin today.... No running...... 

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Day Off.. :)

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Today i tried running one mile and i was feeling really good, my pace was 10:00 minute. Then i used the elliptical for fifty minutes, keeping my heart rate around 145-155 bpm. Thanks for reading.

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Today I ran a mile and a half with forty five minutes on the elliptical. I also went to the doctor today and found out that my shin splint on my right leg is about thirty percent healed. I am getting really frustrated about my leg and the healing process. But I know that God works all things for those who trust him. Some times we do not understand what or why we go through things in this life, but be assured to know that God is in control. Thanks for reading this and have a good night.

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Today went good for me. The doctor told me I can run a mile and then do the rest of my work out on the elliptical, but my shin was a little soar. I have been icing my shin at night and praying for healing.  Then I used the elliptical for fifty minutes, keeping my heart rate between 145 – 160 bpm. Thanks for reading and may God bless you.

 

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Today I used the elliptical for fifty minutes and ran for ten. I have found out that if I used the elliptical first then run my shin does not bother me as much. Go figure…. Thanks for reading….

 

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Today I felt good so I decided to use the elliptical and run. I started with thirty minutes on the elliptical and then twenty minutes of running then back to the elliptical for twenty five minutes. I am keeping my running at a ten minute pace, so running that slow does not bother my shin. I actually felt like I had a good workout. I have been redoing my back deck and that has taken a lot of my time. So that is why I am not keeping up with my blog. Thanks for reading and have a great day…

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From Lucia on Mon, Jun 30, 2008 at 14:33:31

Glad to hear your shin has been better - I think doing that exercise from the video you sent me is helping me tons - thanks! Keep up the good work!

From Barry on Wed, Jul 02, 2008 at 00:17:14

I am glad the video has helped. I have a question for you? How is your tendentious? The reason I ask is because I asked my doctor today to see if he could help you with it. Sorry it took me so long to get back, but my deck is really keeping me very busy. The good news is that I am almost done.

Barry

From Lucia on Wed, Jul 02, 2008 at 08:41:31

I took 3 days off and the tendonitis seem to have dissappeared... I think I caught it right as it started so it didn't get too bad. BUT... when it's not one thing it's another... After a great run last night, going upstairs to my room I heard a "click-clock" noise coming from my right knee... and it's still there this morning! Only happens when I go upstairs or put weight on my leg and bend it... gahhh! It doesn't hurt but I'm worried - the noise is loud! I'll have to go to the doctor for this one... wish me luck... Congrats on that deck, I bet it looks super sharp!

From barry on Wed, Jul 02, 2008 at 12:38:28

Good luck at the doctor. Will you let me know what he said? Thanks

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Today i am working on my deck and getting ready to perform a wedding. So i decided to rest and ice my leg today. Have a great day :)..

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From Bonnie on Tue, Jul 01, 2008 at 19:53:09

Hi Barry,

Just thought I would check in on you and see how things were going. How is your leg feeling?

Bonnie

From Barry on Wed, Jul 02, 2008 at 00:13:54

Bonnie,

Thank you for checking in on me. My leg as of last week was about 30 percent healed. But this week i have been running two to three miles a day at a ten minute pace. My shin is a little soar but not too bad some days. Also i asked the doctor today to see how much i have lost because of not running and he told me that i am about 80 to 90 percent in shape.

Barry

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Day off :)...

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Running one hour, 6.25 miles at a 9:22 pace. 

Elliptical half an hour, 1.25 miles

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Rest day. Happy 4th of July :)....

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From Lucia on Fri, Jul 04, 2008 at 18:35:46

Happy 4th to you too, Barry!

How are those shins doing?

From barry on Sat, Jul 05, 2008 at 01:03:06

My shins is felling better, but still soar. I have to be very careful when i run, i do not want to re-injure them. Thanks for asking.

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I needed to run today since i took two days off from running. My goal now is to run for time and not mileage. So i ran an half hour at a 8:58 per mile pace. My shin is soar so i am going to ice it. The good news  is my heart rate was between 144 - 153 at that pace. Not bad, i think. Thanks for reading and have a great day.. 

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Not too bad of a day, the shin was a little soar but not too bad. I ran for forty five minutes (5.05 @ 8:57 pace) then i used the elliptical for fifteen minutes ( .68 miles). Not much else to say. I guess i have one more thing to say and that my deck is 95% done :). Thanks for reading and have a great night...

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Today was an interesting day. I started out running at a nice easy pace and then my shin started bothering me. So when I was at my first mile I decided to stop and wrap my shin and guess what that helped. So I went back to running and decided to test my heart rate. I usually like to keep my heart rate around 150 bpm. So as I am increasing my speed I notice that my heart is also rising with the speed of the machine.  So I then decided to take a drink of water, and then guess what happened next? My heart rate went down. So I increased my speed again and my heart rate started to go up, then I took another drink. And as I am running it came to me, it was like the light bulb turned on. And this is what I came up with. As my heart rate goes up my body starts to dehydrate or as my wife says “starts to stress.” So when I was running I would drink some water which would help me to keep my heart rate around 150 bpm which would stop my body from stressing out. So I was able to run a 7:57 pace and keep my heart rate around 150 because I was drinking water.  So let me jump back for a minute and talk about the past for a minute. When I would run nine minute mile my heart rate would be around 150 +.So my little test today was called the Water test let me know when my body starts stressing out I need water and I could tell this by my heart rate. So please let me know what you think about my water test and if you have seen the same thing when you are running.  Thanks for reading and have a great night…

 

One mile at a 9:30 pace.

 4.78 mile at a 8:22 pace

Then ten minutes on the elliptical (.48)

 

 

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Not too bad of a day. I ran for an hour. The shin was a little soar, but not too bad. Not much else to say. Have a great night…

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Today was my long day of exercise. My shin was soar in the begining but not too bad.

1. 2.00 Miles at 18:06. This was at a 9:03 pace

2. 6.36 Miles at 52:00. This was at a 8:10 pace

3. .86 Miles on the elliptical.

 

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Nice easy day. I used the elliptical and ran. 

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Off to Boise to see the step kids. No running, i needed to give the shins a break...

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Came home from Boise. Had a nice visit with the kids. 

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I ran six miles at a 07:56.50 pace. I was trying to keep my heart around 145 - 155 bmp. I think I did a good job at that. I also rolled my shin before I ran and that helped a lot. Plus, I am going tot the doctor for a check up. I have a lot to do tonight so I will write and tell about my doctor appointment tomorrow. Thanks for reading and have a great night. 

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I had good news from the doctor yesterday. He said that my shin is 75 to 80 % healed. I also talked to him about my training. He told me not to run on cement or asphalt because those are the hardest on your legs. Then I talked to him about cross training, so for now on Monday, Wednesday and Friday I am going to run. Then on Tuesday and Thursdays I am going to use either the stair stepper or the elliptical for about a half an hour and then run for a half an hour. I hope my plans works. I want to run a marathon this year and I would like to do well and this is my training plan to help me get there. Thanks for reading and I will write later today…

I ran for half an hour then used the stair stepper for another half an hour. My shin was a little soar, but other than that i am doing good.

 

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Ran eight miles at a 07:41.75 pace. I was trying to keep my heart rate between 145-155. I think i accomplished my goal. My shin was a little soar, but whats new? Thanks for reading and have a great night... :)

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From Paul Ivory on Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 21:59:41

Barry, is your shin pain from shin splints? Jill, our running coach Donnie's wife, ran track at Baylor University. I had shin splints a few weeks before Boston last year and she taught me how to overcome them and how to never get them again. Here is the simple workout that you do.

1. Before you run do these exercises:

- duck walk with your toes pointing outward away from each other for 20 meters.

- duck walk with your toes pointing inward toward each other for 20 meters.

- heel walk with your toes pointing up for 20 meters.

- walk backwards on your toes for 20 meters.

- then do your other regular stretches or other drills and then do your run.

2. After your run do this simple exercise. Find a step or curb that has a hand rail or something you can hold on to and steady yourself. Stand on the step on one foot with your forefoot (have your heel extended off the step in the air).

Raise yourself and lower yourself as many times as you can until your calf muscle burns. I usually get about 100 raises in a set.

Change legs and with the other foot raise and lower yourself as many times as you can until that calf muscle burns.

Repeat this with each leg so you can get 3 sets with each leg.

You are done. If you do these pre-run drills and post-run exercise you will never get shin splints again and the shin splints you have will heal very quickly.

From Barry on Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 22:10:36

Paul,

Thank you very much. I will try these and see how they help. I have been icing and using the foam rolling and that had helped me the most. So thank you and i will let you know much it helps me...

Barry

From Lucia on Thu, Jul 17, 2008 at 12:28:38

Thanks for the exercises, Paul, and for passing them on to me, Barry!

Your cross-training schedule looks great, keep up the good work!

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Today's run was a big pain. I could not tell where the pain was coming from in my right calf muscle or shin. So i keep praying and wrapping my let tighter and tighter. I did run 10.3 miles in an hour in a half. I think i am soar from yesterdays run? But thanks for reading and have a great night.... :)

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No running today. My leg is really soar so i decided to take a brake from running today and tomorrow. I think the time off will help my leg to heal. I will try runnning Sunday. Thanks for reading and have a great day... :)

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From wheakory on Fri, Jul 18, 2008 at 14:11:25

I think with the injuries you've had you jumped up too fast in doing 8, 10 mile runs. I would start out with doing 3 miles for the whole week. Probably the increased long runs caused you to get hurt again. Take it from experience.

From barry on Fri, Jul 18, 2008 at 14:56:59

Thanks Kory, i will take your advice and keep with three miles for now. Good luck running tomorrow....

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Nice easy run of three miles today. My pace was 8:57, but my shin was a little soar wile running and a lot soar after. Thanks for reading....

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From Lucia on Mon, Jul 21, 2008 at 15:42:18

Sorry your shin doesn't get better, bummer! Hey, you don't think maybe you're running too fast? Maybe slowing down a bit would help... Well, if it gives you any hope, my shins are doing a lot better now - it only took 6 months!!! Hang in there Barry!

From barry on Mon, Jul 21, 2008 at 17:35:54

Thank you for your concern. I think you are right, i think i need to slow down and not run so fast. Today i was going to run three miles, but i was feeling really good so i decided to run six. And i think it was from slowing down. By the way you are doing awesome on your mileage. Are you planning on running a marathon soon? If you keep this up i see you breaking some PR's..

Barry

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I was only planning on running three, but i was feeling really good and decided to run six. I think i needed to slow down and not run by my heart rate. I ran 8:57 pace with no incline. Thanks for reading and have a great night..... :)

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From wheakory on Mon, Jul 21, 2008 at 21:19:42

Barry, your not listening to me I would only run three all week to make sure your shin is good. Also, are you running on good shoes? Bad shoes will cause shin splits when they have high miles on them.

From Barry on Mon, Jul 21, 2008 at 22:19:29

I was just feeling good and wanted to keep running. But i will for the rest of the week only run three miles a day. Thank you for your encouragement. My shoes are OK i guess, I maybe have 200 miles on them. But i am looking for a light training shoe to replace these when i am done with these.

Barry

From wheakory on Mon, Jul 21, 2008 at 22:29:24

Barry, it might be that the shoes are not right for your feet and it's causing shin splits. You might need to got a running store and have them watch you run on a treadmill and they can get the right shoes for you. Salt Lake unfortunately is the only one close.

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Ran three miles today, at an 8:57 pace. One good thing happened today. I forgot to take my pain medicine, so I was really worried how my shin would be but it was a little more soar than usual but not too bad. Then I used the elliptical for a half an hour, so I was able to get 1.25 mile on it. So over all not a bad day. I am learning something new and that is my knee on my right leg I starting to give me problems. So I guess I have to go to the doctor again. Thanks for reading and have a wonderful day….. J

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From Dallin wilson on Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 17:37:03

great job. way to keep goin till the end. just keep runnin :)

From barry on Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 21:20:37

Thanks, how is your running coming along. Have you started cross country yet?

Barry

From wheakory on Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 23:02:51

Barry, I wouldn't go to the doctor give it time to see if it will come out of it. I will think your having shoe issues, and need to buy a better pair or some that fit your arch.

From Barry on Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 23:10:12

Thanks Kory,

Do you have any suggestions for a light weight training shoe? Also, i was thinking about you being tired when you run in the morning. I think you should try drinking that drink that Dr. Willie came up with the per running drink. Remember i gave you some to use before we went running? I can give you some more to see if that helps you or not. In my opinion I think that will help you a lot.

Barry

From wheakory on Wed, Jul 23, 2008 at 14:37:40

Light Weight shoes:

Saucony Tangent 3

Avia Lites 2

Mizuno Elixir 3

Asics GS Trainers 13

I don't need anything to take. I don't like drinking or eating anything before my morning run. It's caused from the lack of sleep lately. I'll gain that sleep back and be okay :-).

From barry on Wed, Jul 23, 2008 at 23:23:17

Thank You Kory, I went to the doctor today and i am very glad i went, my hip was out of place and needed to be adjusted really bad. I am looking at buying new shoes. what shoe place do yo buy from?

Barry

From marion on Wed, Jul 30, 2008 at 22:12:09

Glad you went to the Doc! It is always nice to get the problem early on :)

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I ran three mile in 08:30.00 then i used the elliptical for a half hour. Then i wen to the doctor and had my hip adjusted it was out really bad.. Now i am looking at buying new shoes, because it is time to replace my old ones. Thanks for reading... :)

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Today i used the elliptical for a half hour then ran three miles. With the elliptical you have the option to to go forward or backward. The first fifteen minutes i used the elliptical backward and i felt pain in my legs where i have not felt pain before. Then i ran three miles in 08:26.67 pace, then back to the elliptical for another fifteen minutes, but this time i used the elliptical forward. Over all i think i did good. After going to the doctor yesterday, my knee felt good and my shin is getting better i feet i can run better. Thanks for reading and have a great night.

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The same thing as yesterday. 

1. 1/4 hour on the elliptical - Backward

2. Three miles of running at a 8:27 pace, total time 25:21.00

3. 1/4 hour on the elliptical - Forward

Thanks for reading and have a great night....

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From marion on Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 19:14:49

Nice pace. Thanks for the help with the beans!

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No running, i am resting my leg.. :)

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Day of rest... :)

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I used the elliptical for ten minutes, then ran five in a half miles. My leg was feeling good, just a little pain here and there. But i am still praying for 100% healing. Also, i ran a couple of miles with the incline at 1.0. Thanks for reading and have a nice day..

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Nice easy day of running. I used the elliptical for 5 minutes, then ran six miles at a 8:20 pace. I can tell for sure that i need new shoes. Not much else to say, but have a great night.

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I just found out yesterday that my son (stepson) is now in the Air Force. I will write more later...

 Today was a hard day. When i was getting ready at theGYM my friend asked me if i wanted to run with him, so i said ok. Boy i did not know what i was getting myself into. The first half of the run was almost straight up hill and i am not ready for hills yet. And this size of hill not even close. But i think i did ok, my friend told me that the first time he ran the hill he had to walk some of it because he was not ready for it. But i ran the whole thing without stopping. One good thing my shin did not give me too much of a proble, but that is to be expected. I did not do time, so i am not sure what my time was. Then i used the ellipticla for almost five minutes. So i guss not too bad of a day. Thanks for reading and have a great night... :)

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From Bonnie on Wed, Jul 30, 2008 at 08:52:27

Wow, that is big news. Keep us informed.

My brother was in the Air Force for 6 years as a linguist. They treated him well and I think he would say it was a good thing for him.

From barry on Wed, Jul 30, 2008 at 12:31:24

Thanks. I think it will be a good thing for my son. Ever since he has been out of school all he has really done was party and work. I think this will help him to grow up.. :)

From wheakory on Wed, Jul 30, 2008 at 21:05:52

Nice run Barry. Let me know the shoes you got were that I suggested.

From Barry on Wed, Jul 30, 2008 at 22:12:06

I bought the shoes at sports authority. And i like them. Also, have you ran up trail creek?

From marion on Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 11:38:25

Cool run- great to do the unexpected and have it not kill you ;D

From barry on Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 12:33:50

Thanks. I sure was happy also. Do you think you have shin splints?

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Nice easy run today. I was trying to run by my heart rate, i was trying to keep it around 150 - 160 bpm. So i was able to run the ten mile in 79:46 at a 07:58.60 per mile. My shin was a little soar and so was my knee.I think that was from yesterday run. But i am done and tomorrow and Saturday I will take it easy. Have a great night.... :) Also i did run the treadmill with a 0.5 incline the whole ten miles...

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From wheakory on Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 18:15:05

What were the shoes you bought.

From Barry on Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 23:49:17

The shoes i bought were the saucony tridgon grid 4.

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Ran six miles at a 8:57 pace. But my legs were really soar today, it took them a couple of miles to get warmed up. I also used the elliptical for five minutes. Have a good day.. :)

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From marion on Fri, Aug 01, 2008 at 19:28:16

Cool run! And can I just tell you I love your blog name!

From Barry on Fri, Aug 01, 2008 at 21:31:55

Thank you. I like the name too.

Barry

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Nice easy six miles today. My knee is still a little soar for the first mile and i am thinking that my shin is about 95 to99 percent healed. I did run with the incline at 0.5 for a little bit. Thanks for reading and have a great day... 

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No running today. Day of rest... :)

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Ran a nice easy eight miles today. I had the treadmill at a 0.5 incline for seven of the miles and 1.0 for the last mile. My pace time was 8:34, not too bad. Have a good day.......

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Ran ten miles at a 8:27 pace. Overall my right leg felt good, a little pain here and there but not too bad. I was only going to run nine, but ten sounded much better. Also i had the incline at 0.5 for seven miles then i went to 1.0 for the last three. I was able to keep my bmp from 138 - 145. Thanks for reading and have a great day...

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From wheakory on Tue, Aug 05, 2008 at 18:58:10

You need to get outside and run to see how you feel on the pavement. I think too much on the treadmill will cause injury.

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Today was a little tougher for me. My body is not use to running back to back ten milers and I was really soar during the last couple miles. But I made it and I will survive. I have been running on the treadmill because I am afraid that my shin splints are going to come back, so as of now I will be running the treadmill a little longer. But my overall pace was 8:30 per mile, and my bpm was between126 – 144. Also no incline today.  Thanks for reading and have a good day…

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Today my shin was bothering me, so what I did was every time it hurt I stopped and stretched. So I was able to finish my run. I am going to the doctor tonight and have him look at my shin again and see if it is getting worse.I do have to say that the last two miles I felt ok. My overall pace was 8:57. I will let you all know what the doctor says later tonight. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From wheakory on Thu, Aug 07, 2008 at 18:13:53

Barry, maybe the treadmill is what's causing the shin splits. Just a thought, because your stride is altered a bit on a treadmill.

From marion on Thu, Aug 07, 2008 at 18:31:18

Hope it goes well with the Doc :) Good luck!

From Barry on Thu, Aug 07, 2008 at 19:56:17

Kory,

When i went to the doctor today i did ask him about the treadmill and he said "no." The treadmill is not hurting me at all. I am just thinking that i am putting on the miles to fast and my body is having a hard adjusting to to it. Also, my shin is still not 100 % healed. But the doctor said that stopping and stretching is a good thing to help the shins. And i should be able to run the race on Saturday. Thanks for the advice and Good luck on the Triathlon.

Barry

From Barry on Thu, Aug 07, 2008 at 20:04:53

The doctor went good. My shins are not 100% yet. So when the pain comes on i need to stop and stretch. But thanks for the comment.

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Ran five miles today, the shin was feeling good  until the half mile.My pace was 8:57 per mile.  Now my shin is soar and i am very frustrated. I think i will take a ice bath tonight. I hope it helps. Also, i have a 5k race tomorrow, so i am praying that my shin holds up. Have a good day!!

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From marion on Fri, Aug 08, 2008 at 16:25:53

Sorry about the shin! Hurry and go find a dead bat! Good luck inthe race tomorrow. Advil and ice??? is that a good idea?

From Lucia on Fri, Aug 08, 2008 at 16:47:50

Good luck tomorrow Barry! Marion is right, ice and advil!

Did you ever have a bone scan or MRI done to your leg to diagnose the shin splints, or was it just your doctor examining you?

From Barry on Fri, Aug 08, 2008 at 20:22:08

Thanks, i took an ice bath and i think that is helping. Also, on the dead bat, will you go back and take a picture of the one you saw and send it to me :), just kidding. :) Also thanks for the advice, I am going to take two aleve to help with the pain...

From barry on Fri, Aug 08, 2008 at 20:26:37

I had a x-ray taken and it showed no stress fracture. I think i am just running to fast and running too miles at once. I have been wondering how you are doing, are you adjusting to no running?

Barry

Race: Pocatello Triathlon (2.82 Miles) 00:18:44
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I have to say that God works miracles. Because yesterday and even this morning my leg was bothering my in a painful way. I was going to run a 5k but my Garmin said that it was only 2.82 miles, my total times was 19:30, but when I received the results it said 18:44. So according to my time I ran a 6:57 pace and using there time I average pace was 6:38. I do have to say that I like there time a lot better. So over all I am very pleased with the run. This was a team event there was me running and my friend from church (cousin) and another friend doing the swimming, as you may guess it was a triathlon. I will try to post the race results along with my blog. Which will show the running time, biking time and then the swimming time. Thanks for reading and have a Great night!!!

 


 Overall                            ----- Run -----       ----- Bike -----
  Place   Place   Name                  <Age","   ")>>  Rnk     Time   Pace   Rnk     Time  Pace    Rnk     Time   Pace     Time
     1       3  Barry Ames              37    1    18:44.9  3:45    1    59:24.9  
----- Swim -----        Total
Time  Pace    Rnk     Time   Pace     Time
2:58    1    18:59.6 37:58  1:37:09.5    


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From marion on Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 12:26:54

GREAT race! I am so glad the leg behaved! You know Jesus loves runners ;D YOur blog title is my FAVORITE!!!

From Lucia on Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 12:43:31

Nice work Barry! Glad to hear your leg is feeling good!

From Barry on Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 21:57:14

Thanks, i am very glad my legs behaved. And thank you for the complement about my title. I think i saw a dead bat while i was running.. Just kidding :)

From barry on Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 21:59:16

Thanks Lucia, I was really surprised myself. Any thing else from your doctor about how long you need to stay off you feet from running?

Barry

From Lucia on Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 22:01:47

He said 8 weeks... I have a follow-up appointment on October 8, I think... biking and aqua jogging until then, and maybe elliptical about a month from now. Thanks for asking Barry! Have a great week.

From marion on Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 23:57:41

Dead bats forever!!!! :D

From steve ashbaker on Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 00:51:27

Great job Barry! I'll drop you an e-mail or call tomorrow ok?

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Day off...

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Easy ten miles. My pace for nine miles was 8:41 and my last mile was 7:30. I am having a very hard time telling where my pain in my leg is coming from. Any suggestions? Thanks for reading and have a good day....

Evening...

I had a free training session today, but she did not show. So while i was waiting for her i ran two miles.

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From marion on Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 18:05:35

Ice baby ice! I dunno- I'm some what of an idiot :) "Don't go breakin' your leg" Who sang that song? "I wouldn't if I tried!"

It sounds like you need a bat!

Great miles and an awesome pace!!!

From Barry on Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 21:55:08

Thanks for the advice. I will try it and let you know how it works. I am not sure who sang that song, sorry... So are you training for a Marathon?

Barry

From marion on Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 23:25:07

No- I was training for Hobble Creek 1/2 (next week), until my calf busted me :( I am working on the Provo half for next spring (before I turn 40) and TOU marathon for the next fall (or any marathon before I turn 41). I am a very silly girl :D

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Today was a nice easy day. My pace was 8:41 and my bpm was between 133 - 144. It was really nice today because at mile five my leg just stopped hurting and i really enjoyed this a lot. But it did not last too long because i started coming back but very slowly. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From marion on Wed, Aug 13, 2008 at 15:17:11

I'm glad you got a repreve (sp?) from the pain :) Sorry it came back! That stinks!

Great mileage! Great pace!

From barry on Wed, Aug 13, 2008 at 17:38:36

Thanks for the input, it helps a lot. Have you tried foam rolling your legs to see if that helps. I have a feeling that might help you with your problems. I think…

From marion on Wed, Aug 13, 2008 at 17:56:10

No, not the foam roller yet, but I use the tv remotes and wooden spoons and my opposit knee. I pretty much beat my calves with anything I can :)

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Nice easy pace today 8:34 per mile. When I started running my leg did not hurt and it really surprised me but it was a good surprise. What I am doing different is I am foam rolling the inside of my calf. But my legs are really soar now, so I think tonight I will take a ice bath. Sounds like fun, right. I know you are really jealous. But I do plan on running tonight after work at least two miles. Thanks for reading and have a great afternoon..

 

Evening...

Ran two miles at a 8:57 pace. I wanted to keep running, but i though that might be too much on my leg so I kept it to two miles. Thanks for reading and have a great night!!!

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From Lucia on Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 10:39:40

Mmmmmm ice bath! Fun!

Good idea to stop, since your legs were sore in the morning... Have a great day!

From marion on Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 11:37:33

Smart running! How was the ice bath? Be sure to do it maurine's way. #1 sit in empty bath, #2 fill with cool/cold water, #3 add ice. #4 sit and freeze :) #5 hot bath. I get goose bumps just thinking about it. Wearing a hoddie helps too.

From Barry on Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 12:33:11

Thanks for the comment. My ice bath would have been good, but my water heater went out and I could not take a hot bath. Boy was I really bummed, and also cold. So take a word from the wise and make sure your water heater is working before taking an ice bath. And the way I take my ice bath is 1) fill tub, 2) add ice and then 3) freeze getting in the tub. Have a great day....

From marion on Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 13:42:27

That SUCKS!!!! :( I am SO sorry about the no water heater thing :(

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Today was a little harder, my legs are getting tired and need a break. My goal for the week is 50 miles, so on Friday i will run five miles and then Saturday i will run four. Not much else to say. So have a good day...


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From wheakory on Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 21:04:55

Why not just run a slow pace 9 miler tomorrow then run 4 on Saturday at like a tempo pace.

From Barry on Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 21:51:35

I only want to run 50 miles this week. The reason why is because i ran 45 miles last week. They say to only add up to 10% per week when you are increasing your mileage per week and my legs are soar right now. I think the reason why i got shin splints was because i increased my mileage to fast. How far are you going to run on Saturday?

Barry

From wheakory on Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 23:04:35

I would still do a longer run tomorrow to boost your endurance and fitness... then maybe just do two miles on Saturday and that would only put you at 11.5% over from last week.

Just getting two 9 milers in a row would boost your confidence. Just my opinion.

From barry on Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 08:55:24

Thanks for the advice. But i think I am going to stick with my five miles today. I am building my confidence with running 50 miles this week. I think next week i will boost it up to 55 miles. Thanks again and have a good day...

Barry

From marion on Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 12:30:08

Always stick to the plan :) This is coming from Queen of breaking that rule and then breaking herself! ALWAYS stick to the plan :)

How is the shin?

From barry on Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 12:38:16

Thanks, my legs are really tired and need a break. The shin is doing good. I started wearing my bandaging at night and it has helped a LOT. And also rolling my calf's helped just as much. Something i think you should do to help with your legs. Think about it!! :)

From marion on Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 12:49:28

What do you roll them with?

From Barry on Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 17:04:30

Here is a website that talks about the foam roller and even explains how to use it. If you have any questions pleas let me know.. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lLw81kGeXg

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I am not sure why, I even think I am a little crazy. OK, I am a lot crazy. I was only planning on running five miles today and then stop. But when five miles came i was feeling good so i kept running and running and running. My legs were not too soar, but they were still soar. So anyway i ran nine miles at a 8:48 pace and now i am at my fifty miles for the week and i still have tomorrow to run. So I think i am going to take Kory advice and only run two miles, but at a nice easy pace. So thanks for reading and have a great day.

P.S. My water heater is getting fixed today. I love my water heater.... :)

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From marion on Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 17:46:04

Yeah for the fixed water heater! Awesome mileage!!

From Lucia on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 15:45:49

Cold water was making you crazy, so it's good that you got it fixed, ha! Way to go doing 9 unplanned miles!

From barry on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 16:43:06

Thanks. Have you tried using the elliptical yet? That is what helped me to keep up with my running while i could not run. Something to think about!!

Barry

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Had a nice run of two miles today. My average pace was 8:16 and my legs were soar. But when i was at the GYM i read where they are starting a running club, so i think i  will go and check it out. Thanks for reading and have a great day... :)

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From marion on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 17:05:52

Great way to stick to the plan :) Were the legs sore or was it the shins?

From barry on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 17:57:29

The legs were the most soar and the shin a little. Sorry my grammar is not the best. I am planning on running 55 to 60 miles this week. Wish me luck...

Barry

From marion on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 23:12:48

Good deal- just ice ice baby! :) NOw that you have a water heater you are good to go. Your mileage this will will be AWESOME!!! Are you getting close to having a recovery week? Don't forget those- they are THE BEST- for mind and body ;D

From barry on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 23:26:08

What do you suggest for a recovery week? I usually cut my running in half or something like that.

From marion on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 23:49:23

Cutting the mileage in half would be super cool!!! :D I do 80% of the previous three weeks average. I really tend to over do things ;) so I have to be really strict with my mileage. I'm also a bit ocd with my excell spread sheets.

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Day off. I am planning on running 55 - 60 miles this week.

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Nice easy run today. My pace was 8:41 and my pbm was between 133 - 144. I am planning on running tonight, but I am not sure how much. I am thinking maybe three miles. Thanks for reading and have a Great Day!!!

Evening:

Today i went to a really good class. I learned how to run the right way.  Wow it is a new way of running, i learned that i should not run on the heal of my foot but the center of my foot. I did practice my new way of running tonight. I will tell more later. But now back to my running tonight i decided to run 3.10 miles that way i can say that i ran a half marathon. My pace was 8:47 per mile.Have a good night.

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Ran nine miles today. I ran proper today and i could tell a difference, my over all pace was 08:26.67. But i am very tired, but i am thinking about running tonight, Maybe. I will let you know later. Thanks for reading!!!

Evening:

After work i decided to run on the treadmill waiting for my running club to start. So while i was waiting i was able to run 1 1/2 at a 8:57 pace. Then the running club started i was trying to decided how far to run and i decided to run between 3 - 4 miles. So to make a long story short i ran four miles at a 7:18 pace. And i am really fealing it in my legs now. Thanks for reading and have a good night!!!! :)

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From marion on Wed, Aug 20, 2008 at 11:48:51

Stinkin' AWESOME mileage! WOW!! Now don't go killing yourself ;)

From barry on Wed, Aug 20, 2008 at 12:32:40

Thanks, I really did not want to run that much yesterday but oh well. Next week is my cut back mileage week and i am really looking forward to it.

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Today i was tired!!! I ran ten miles at a 08:24.40 pace. I am not sure if i can run tonight or not, i am about ready to fall a sleep at work and sleep for a long time. But i am running the new way and i can feel a difference and a good one. I hope when i run my next half marathon i will see a difference in my time.. Thanks for reading and have a good day! :

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My legs were tired today, and especially my calf's they hurt. My pace was 08:14.56 overall. I think i will try to run tonight but not too much, i am thinking two miles or something. I am thinking about cutting back to 40 to 45 miles next week. I have a 5K race on Saturday. Any suggestions? Thanks for reading and have a good day.

Sorry, my bad. The race is next Satruday (8-30-08.) not this Saturday.

 

Evening: I felt really good running tonight, the reason why is because i slowed down. My pace was 8:57. Thanks for reading and have a Great night!!

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From marion on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 17:48:37

I am so sorry your legs were hurting :( A cutback week will be great for your legs. Take it slow and enjoy it. Have fun on your 5k- and as for a suggestion, run fast, very fast ;) Sorry, the peanut gallery should refrain from comment!

From wheakory on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 18:16:34

If your running a 5k race Saturday then I wouldn't run anymore tonight. Tomorrow I would run 4 miles and 8 x 100m strides.

What 5k race is Saturday?

From Robert on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 18:19:48

I agree with wheakory. Take it easy and look back at you training log. You've come a long way and should keep that in mind throughout the 5K.

From Barry on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 19:13:01

Sorry, i was talking about the Pocatello marathon next Saturday. I am running the 5k race then. But i think i will run 4 miles and 8 x 100m strides next week. Thanks for the help. Barry

From barry on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 19:14:58

I just want you to know that you are a very funny person. Have you ever thought about being a stand up comedian? This is my first time since high school that i have ran this much and i can feel the pain, but i will live. I think!! :)

From marion on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 20:02:28

You will live, but you might wish you haddn't ;) Just ALWAYS remember to listen to the "real" runners above and ignore the novice blog lurkers! Have a great weekend!

From air darkhorse on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 21:06:57

Barry! You are just coming back from an injury! Take it easy, I agree totally with Kory. Not so many miles yet as your injury may come back to haunt you buddy. Just my little bit on this...

From wheakory on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 21:47:25

Barry if I were you I would switch your race from the 5K to the Pocatello Half Marathon, because if you want to run the Boise Marathon this would be a good run for you.

From barry on Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 21:52:44

Hay what do you suggest for me running the rest of the week. Steve thinks i am running to many miles. My plan was 60 miles this week and now i do not know what to do? Thanks, Barry

From marion on Fri, Aug 22, 2008 at 00:26:02

Hey if you are newly recovered, even I know you had better lay off!!! ;) If you take it really easy the rest of this week and next week, you can have an AWESOME 5k. "Runner legs" really like to run super fast when they have had a nice break ;D (break as in rest, not as in BROKEN in half)

From Robert on Fri, Aug 22, 2008 at 11:46:21

Barry, my comment wasn't meant to funny or so called "lurker" material. I was being serious. I just thought you should rejoice in the blessing you have been given since your injury (I've had plenty and can speak with experience). Forget about the weekly mileage game and reflect! We runners are hard on ourselves and don't spend enough time on the accomplishments made (mentally, physically, etc.). Instead we focus on what could have been or only if I did this or only if I ran more miles. I just thought you needed to think more about why you run, the bigger picture, and rejoice in the accomplishments made along the way (not just faster times or the numbers on the mileage board). Later.

From wheakory on Fri, Aug 22, 2008 at 12:01:30

Barry,

I'm running the Pocatello Marathon course tomorrow if your interested in coming up with me. I probably will run 13 easy miles, or less but for sure nothing more. I want to be up there by 7am. My wife will pick me up so you can run whatever and be picked up too. You ought to run the Pocatello HM next week.

Okay, I'll quite being pushy :-).

From barry on Fri, Aug 22, 2008 at 12:33:19

Thanks Kory, But i talked to Steve about my running today and tomorrow and he told me to only run between 3 - 5 miles per day. I understand what you are saying about running the half, but I have not trained on the course enough to feel like i am ready for it. I am thinking about running it next year where i can do some more training on the course. But thanks anyway.... Barry

From Barry on Fri, Aug 22, 2008 at 12:36:57

Thanks, i do understand what you are saying and i am thinking about what i want from my running. Some things i am thinking about is 1)Praise God, 2)Loose Weight, and 3) be able to run with the front runners and keep up with them. But i am still thinking about what else i want from my running. But once again thanks for all your help

Barry

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Today's run was painful, but not from my shin :). When i went to the class to learn how to run properly I started using there technique, but i did not give myself a chance to adjust to the new way of running and i hurt my foot. The doctor told me to go back to the way i run and slowly adjust to the new way of running. So I will. But any way my over pace was 8:34. I am going to try to run four miles tomorrow, so i can get my 60 miles in for the week. Thanks for reading and have a Great night.

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I did it, i reached my 60 miles in one week goal :). My foot was hurting so I went back to my old way of running so i can try to let my foot heal. I would love any suggestions for my foot. Anyway, my overall pace was 8:47 and my bpm was between 132 - 138. Thanks for reading and have a good DAY!! 

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From Robert on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 12:17:00

Barry, great work. Where does your foot hurt specifically? How many miles do you have on your training shoes? I recommend a trip to a foot doc if it feels serious, but first I'd see if you can figure out a home remedy first. I've got one bad foot myself, but I've learned how to fix it. Besides, do you really want to hear "you need to stop running" again? BTW, don't forget to get some ice cream today for hitting 60 miles. Later.

From marion on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 14:12:06

WAY TO GO on the 60 miles!!! Great idea about the ice cream. I actually pre-celebrated for you last night and ate the whole carton of Cherry Garcia! I did not know why I was doing it, but now I do :D

I am so sorry the foot is causing you greif! CRUD!!! Ice Ice baby- is my only solution to all pain. My little boys told my husband that "mommy likes to takes baths with ice" They prefer sharks and ty-fighters, to each their own :D Ok- I really dont like it, but it helps. That would be really cool if you could figure out how to fix it like Robert does his.

From Barry on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 19:38:09

Thanks, for all the help you have give me! When i went to the doctor yesterday he said that i was changing my running form way too fast and to slowly change is stead all at once. I went to a class last Monday and was shown the proper way of running. So for the last week i have been running that way and my left foot could not handle the change that fast. So now i have a pain on the left side of the left foot around the middle to forward of the foot. I hope that makes sense. So i was hoping that someone might have something to help me with that the doctor or i did not know about. But next week is my cut back week and i am hoping and praying that the rest time will help it get better. I like the ice cream idea, so maybe today or tomorrow i will have some guilt free. Thanks again and have a good night!!

From Barry on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 19:46:29

Well thank you for celebrating for me! You make a great cheerleader and even taking one for the team, or should i say eating one for the team! I think either today or tomorrow i will have some ice cream and even eat it guilt free. So no my question is should i eat my ice cream while taking an ice bath or not? Thanks for the message and have a great night. Also, hopefully you will have a better Sunday this week than you had last week ;).

From marion on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 19:51:34

NEVER eat the ice cream in the ice bath, I mean you could, but BOY IS IT COLD!!! I drank my banana chocolate smoothie in the tub on friday and nealy died! I did not warm up unitl- actually I am STILL cold!

Church should be better this week as I am going to take a valuum (sp?) before I go!

Maybe you should post your question to the discussion board. Someone might have a similar situation!

I've got to go feed the troops! They are starting to swarm!

From Barry on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 20:37:56

I am not sure how to get to the discussion board. Will you tell me how? Ok I will not eat ice cream while taking a ice bath. But it was a good idea, i think ok maybe not. Hey, my wife is a nurse i might be able to get you some Valium, ;) just kidding.. What's for dinner?

From marion on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 20:44:38

GEt me some Valium!! Ok to get to the discussion board, go to the top of this page and click on the "Discussion forum" link in that long mint green menu bar across the top. Then probably add your question to the training review board or the injury board.

Dinner- Terriyaki Chicken, rice and "green bean-tomato-red onion-cucumber-whatever was ripe in the garden" salad :) It was GOOD!!!!...and it is ALL GONE!!!!

My Hubby and I are off on a date with out teenage daughters and their friends! Woo hoo!!!

From Robert on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 22:49:18

Barry, I've had a pain similar to the one you have. Here are some things to consider, but keep in mind I'm no doctor and this all comes from personal experience. 1) falling arch or flat feet, 2) foot strike changes, and 3) shoe selection. The pain you are experiencing might be from a change in your strike (more fore foot or ball strike first). This is causing pressure on your arch, which I found can raidate to the opposite or outside of the of the foot. If you've been a heel to mid foot stiker for a while, you definitely don't want to go to ball striking right away. I strike mostly mid foot to slighly fore foot. I only ball strike during hills and speed work. The doc is right in that you want to make that change very slowly if at all in my opinion (go to mid foot stirke). A falling arch can cause the same thing when untreated with an orthotic device. If you do have falling arches you'll want to think about orthotics or doing more foot and balance exercises. I bit the bullet a couple years ago and bought perscription orthotics (I have a fallen arch on my left foot). Best running related purchase I ever made. Not cheap, but you can try over the counter types (i.e. Spenco) first to see if those work. Lastly, think about having the proper shoe fit from a reputable running store and track the number of miles you put on your shoes. I change mine every 400-500 miles because it beats the alternative. Besides, you're still spending less money than a die hard cyclist. New rims and wheels are pricey you know. Take care.

From Barry on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 23:07:33

Thanks so much. I think i will look into buying some prescription orthotics. But my pain is from change in my foot strike, so i will wait before looking into it. Also my shoes only have about 100 - 150 mile on them. But i am looking into buying a second pair so i can alter between them and help save on wear and tear.

From Barry on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 23:16:48

Also, what are you training for, Half marathon, full marathon? I am looking into the half to be the one for me. Have you though about the city of tree marathon in Boise. I think Kory and I are going, but i am not for sure. That race is October 5. Something to think about?

Barry

From marion on Sat, Aug 23, 2008 at 23:51:02

Robert- I am glad to hear that you love your orthotics, cause mine come in anytime and they are going to cost a pretty penny, but the Doc said I'd LOVE them. Here's hoping :D

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Day off :). This week i have a 5k race on Saturday, so i am not going to run that much. My plan is to run 40 miles this week total. 

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From Megan on Mon, Aug 25, 2008 at 19:07:07

Hi Barry. Thanks for the congrats comment! I am not sure how many peps were at the race, it's smaller.

Yeah, I do lots of aerobic training... I run 5-6 days/week, I am actually trying to fit in a little more strength training. But i don't want to cut back on my mileage, so it's hard to squeeze it all in.

I think you should run a 10k, given your 1/2Marathon finish in 1:34, I think you would run a much faster 10k! Good luck with your upcoming 5k!:)

From Barry on Tue, Aug 26, 2008 at 12:34:23

Thanks for the comment. I understand that the 10k would be better, but i do not like the course the 10k is on. I think i have a mental block or something. So how many miles a week do you average?

From Megan on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 22:22:37

Hi! I average between 50 - 65 miles... it depends on where I'm at in my training. How many miles do you run per week?

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Today my legs felt pretty good, overall. I ran a total of 8 miles. Of course on the treadmill, my first half mile I had no incline then the next 3 ½ miles were at 0.5 then the last four was at a 1.0 incline. My legs are a little soar from last week but not too bad. I also have my class tonight on running properly so that will be my only running tonight. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

 

Evening:

Class went great. I am learning how to improve my form and it makes a great difference in my time. I usually struggle at a six minute pace and the new way makes it easy to run. So now I need to practice and perfect it. Thanks for reading and have a great night!!

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From marion on Tue, Aug 26, 2008 at 11:29:35

I'm glad the legs are behaving! Great run. The Dreadmill is supposed to be very good on the legs. Good luck at class tonight!

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Nice easy six mile run, my pace was 8:57. I do plan on running tonight four miles to make my total for today 10 miles. With this new way of running, i am feeling pain in some places i have never felt pain before. But this is a good thing, because i know i am running right and i will be able to run faster :). I will write more later. Thanks for reading and have a great day....

Evening:

Ran 4.19 miles at a 7:37 pace. The lady i ran with says that her showed Garmin showed 4.14 @ a 7:10 pace i think. Anyway way, we ran on some sidewalk and my leg is a little soar now, but i will ice it tonight. Also, i felt more tired during the run, maybe i need more rest i am not sure. Well, thanks for reading and have a good Night!!

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From marion on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 11:21:03

Great pace! Hey- you're tired because you are running so dang much! :D If you were running 7:10 you should be pooped!! Great run. Enjoy your low miles! Low week right?

From Barry on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 17:37:42

Yep Yep Yep, i am running low miles this week. I think i need an ice bath, boy that sure sounds fun fun fun. Right?

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Hello everyone. How are we all doing today? Well, I have to say i think sidewalks are evil to run on. My leg has been really soar today and i think it was from running on the Sidewalk. Anyway, i ran eight miles today at a 08:14.88 pace. I was trying to see if running faster would help the pain in my leg and guess what it did :). Why, i am not sure. I guess it is one of those things, maybe. Well ya all have a Great day, K!! :)

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From marion on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 23:57:04

Maybe it quit hurting because it figured that you werent going to give up so it just gave in :) Yes, sidewalks are EVIL. I prefer to play chicken with the cars. I hope your sore leg is better tomorrow!

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Ran seven at a 08:31.57 pace. My legs were felling better than yesterday, but i need to go to the doctor tonight. I will explain later. But i was feeling good and my overall felling about the run was good. Thanks for reading and have a great day....

Evening:  Doctor appoitment went good. My hip was out of place and needed to be adjusted, as you can guess i went to the chiropractor. The problem that i had was the inside of my calf on my right side has been bothering so i wanted to see about getting it fixed before the race on Saturday. I can understand why it was bothering me because my hip was really out of place and needed to be adjusted really bad. So my plan for tomorrow is to run four miles slow and then race on Saturday. Thanks for reading and have a great night!!

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From marion on Thu, Aug 28, 2008 at 16:49:59

Good luck at the Dr's tonight. Hope all is well :)

From Lucia on Fri, Aug 29, 2008 at 11:41:30

Glad to hear you didn't have a major issue and got it fixed. Which race are you doing Saturday? GOOD LUCK Barry!

From Barry on Fri, Aug 29, 2008 at 12:35:37

Thanks, i am running the Pocatello marathon. The 5k not the marathon. How goes the battle with leg?

From Lucia on Fri, Aug 29, 2008 at 13:04:00

Excellent, good luck!

Leg never really hurt, so it's hard to know if it's getting better, but I feel pretty strong. The plan is to start going to a gym and using the elliptical next week, cause going to the pool every day has been tough. I'm 38 days away from running again!

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Ran four miles at a 8:57 pace. I am trying to keep my legs fresh for tomorrow 5k run. Now i get to take a ice bath, i am so excited, not. Have a good day.

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From marion on Fri, Aug 29, 2008 at 15:57:15

WIMP! Ice baths ROCK!!! My husband just laughed at me this morning, shivering in the ice bath of DEATH!! It sure helps the legs though!!

From Barry on Fri, Aug 29, 2008 at 16:06:35

I think your husband is jealous. Maybe next time offer to save the water for him. It only takes one time and you are hooked. :) But you are right it should be called "The ice bath of DEATH." and it really does help with the legs. Are you ready for Monday race?

From marion on Fri, Aug 29, 2008 at 16:42:16

It feels like a crap shoot! I am so afraid to run fast and injur myself again. I am pretty tempted to just take it as a nice easy run and what ever happens, happens! Are you ready for tomorrow? Don't go breaking anything ;)

Race: Pocatello Marathon (3.1 Miles) 00:21:24, Place overall: 6, Place in age division: 2
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Today race was different. I was hoping to do better, but i did not do too bad at all. I was trying to use the new way of running, but it is a lot harder running on pavement than on the treadmill. It was kinda funny while I was running i would pass someone and then someone would pass me. So my overall place was sixth and my age for my age group i was second. I am not sure how many were in the 5k race, but i am thinking around 163 runners. So what now? Well i am glad you asked! I am now going back to my long running; so next week i will be running 50 - 55 miles. I am hoping to run a half marathon in Boise in October. Thanks for reading and have a Great Day!!! :)

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From marion on Sat, Aug 30, 2008 at 18:14:16

Most excellent race Barry! Way to go!!! I think your places ROCK!!! AWESOME!!! Yes, road running is WAY different that the DREADMILL!! Good luck with your mileage this week! SWEET!

From Barry on Sat, Aug 30, 2008 at 18:59:46

Now my race is over and guess what? It is your turn now :). Good luck and God Speed to you on Monday's race. Also, please try not to make me look too bad. Would you want to see a grown man Cry ;)? Thanks for the comment and keep up the great work!!

From marion on Sat, Aug 30, 2008 at 20:36:23

No chance i will show you up. My best time for a 5k is 27:5_. and that was down hill. I am hpoing I can break 30 min. Who knows. I just got back from the carnival and went on the Zipper, and pretty much and totally sick! I feel so OLD! Those kind of rides didn't used to make me sick! I guess having six kids does something to a girl! ;)

From jtshad on Sat, Aug 30, 2008 at 23:25:20

Nice race, Barry, recuperating from the injury.

It was great meeting you, hope to "run" into you again soon.

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Have to go. I will tell more later.

 

Later:  Today’s run was interesting one.  My leg was giving me problems in the beginning and also my Garmin watch. I was able to run through my leg, but my watch was a different matter. I had to stop around mile five and fix it. The problem was that my watch was telling me my average time per mile and I wanted my per mile time now.  But before I stopped to fixed it, I found some money. So for today I was paid to run my 15.06 miles. I was paid so much that I can now go to McDonalds and buy me a hamburger.  As you can guess I found two dollars, which I stuck in my shoe and finished my run :). But I am now two dollars richer. I was trying to keep my pace around 9:00 minutes per mile, I should not try to fool myself like that. My legs like to run around 8:3?. My average pace per mile was 8:30.  Ok, well here are my splits.

1. 8:18

2. 8:26

3. 7:52

4. 8:09

5. 8:40

6. 8:13

7. 8:33

8. 8:25

9. 8:33

10. 8:37

11. 8:26

12. 8:36

13. 8:46

14. 8:44 I was getting really tired

15.9:05 and it kept getting worse

.06 10:14 as you can tell,i was dead

Thanks for reading and have a great day :)

 

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From wheakory on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 01:17:37

Great run Barry way to stay focused and finish. What type of run are you doing tomorrow?

From Barry on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 09:11:02

I am not sure. I was thinking about running six to eight miles, but i am not sure. What kinda of mileage are you going to run this week?

From wheakory on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 14:15:58

Not sure. I'll take Monday off and just play it by the day. I will run about 15 miles Saturday with the Pocatello Running Club.

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Today's run was very pain full. My quads went from soar to pain pretty fast. I am thinking i am going to have to go back to the doctor and see if i am starting to get a hair line fracture. My right leg hurts in the beginning and slowly and i mean slowly goes away to a dull ache. So i am stuck on what to do. I guess i am going to take tomorrow off from running give my legs a chance to heal and get ready for a ten to thirteen mile run on Wednesday. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a GREAT Labor day off..... :) 

1) 9:16

2) 8:45

3) 8:05

4) 8:27

5) 9:19

6) 9:15

7) 9:12

8) 9:13

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From jtshad on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 12:17:57

Nice mileage to start the week, even with sore legs! Sorry about the pain in the legs. Some rest may be in order and just keep taking some easy miles to help the muscles get some active recovery.

From Barry on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 13:09:33

Thanks Jeff. I was wondering something. Why did you not run the marathon on Saturday? I think you would have done really good!

From wheakory on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 14:18:30

Barry there's nothing wrong with your leg. Your just sore because your stepping up your mileage.

Think about it before you panic... you ran 15 miles yesterday and then turned around and ran 8 miles today. You really haven't done that too much in your training. Your body is going to get sore at first.

From Barry on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 19:06:29

Thanks Kory, I just get really nervous when it comes to running and Hair line Fracture. I am trying to learn my limits and keep praying that i do not over do them. I remember how easy it was to get shin splits and i am afraid of hurting myself even more. I hope you know what i mean. But thanks for the advice and keep up the good work!!

From jtshad on Tue, Sep 02, 2008 at 11:10:51

I thought about it but I would have been tempted to run hard with Kory and I am training to peak for the US Master's Marathon Championships at the Twin Cities Marathon on Oct. 5. So, I didn't want to burn out at this race and used the HM as a hard training run for preparation for my goal race.

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Ran eight miles today at a 8:34 pace. I did about six miles at a 1.0 incline and one mile at a 0.5 and one mile at no incline. My leg was feeling better today, or should i say a LOT better. Thanks Kory for the help. Anyway not much more to say, but Have a great day... :)

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From marion on Wed, Sep 03, 2008 at 11:13:44

Great workout Barry! Glad to hear the legs are better :)

From Barry on Wed, Sep 03, 2008 at 23:42:44

Thanks, how are your legs feeling? Ready for another race?

From marion on Wed, Sep 03, 2008 at 23:48:18

My legs are lead and there will be no more racing... at least for a few weeks!:D Plus I am going to have to figure out how I can get Sasha to pull me through the last mile again. He really saved my 5k. I was faded and pooped out! ;)

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Ran 10 1/2 miles today. My pace was 8:21. I have to go for now I will tell more later. Have a Good Day!!

Later: Boy, I ran this way too fast...

1) 7:47

2) 7:59

3) 8:17

4) 8:19

5) 8:28

6) 8:27

7) 8:35

8) 8:33

9) 8:42

10) 8:41

.5) 9:09

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From wheakory on Thu, Sep 04, 2008 at 16:13:45

Barry, just to let you know I won't be running the Boise Marathon. I was able to get into the St. George Marathon so I will run that one instead.

From Barry on Thu, Sep 04, 2008 at 17:33:54

Congratulations, on getting in the St. George marathon. When is your race?

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Boy was i soar today. I was only planning on running eight, but i wanted to reach 50 miles today so i ran the extra half mile. My overall pace was 8:41. Now i only have to run five miles tomorrow to reach my goal of 55 miles for the week. :) Thanks for reading and have a good day!!

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From marion on Thu, Sep 04, 2008 at 18:18:54

Yeah!!! Way to go with the miles!! Sorry the legs were sore! Bummer!

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Today's run is over, and i was hurting. My over all pace was 8:50. That is it for the rest of the week, or should i say until Sunday when i run 20 miles. I am a little nervous because i have only ran 20 miles once in my life and i thought i was going to die. But i did run 15 miles on Sunday and 20 miles is only five miles more. I am trying to give myself good thoughts. Anyway, i have to go to my wife's family reunion this weekend. So i will be running my 20 miler in Rupert. Thanks for reading and have a great day and weekend!!!

1) 9:04

2) 8:49

3) 8:23

4) 8:43

5) 9:10

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No running today. I am running 20 miles tomorrow and i need to rest my legs. Have a GREAT Day!!!

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From marion on Fri, Sep 05, 2008 at 12:21:44

Way to take a day off! Good man! Enjoy your fresh legs! ;)

From wheakory on Fri, Sep 05, 2008 at 14:19:29

The Pocatello running club is running 15 miles tomorrow and I'm running with them. We are starting at Bagely's at 7am if your interested.

From barry on Fri, Sep 05, 2008 at 15:12:23

Thanks, but i will be out of town. Plus i am running 20 on Sunday. Also, is the Pocatello running club for anyone to run in?

From wheakory on Sun, Sep 07, 2008 at 02:39:44

Yep, You just show up at Bagely's by ISU at 7am and we just run at whatever pace. This morning we ran 17 miles.

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Today's run hurt. I was doing pretty good until the last 2 miles, then i died. We will just say that i could have walked faster than I was running. I will tell more about it later. So, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From marion on Sun, Sep 07, 2008 at 21:25:48

Sorry about the pain! Crud!!! Great miles thought :D

From Barry on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 12:35:09

Thanks, I can not believe how much the last two miles hurt. I think my mile 21 time was 10:21 and mile 22 was 11:30, ouch. What is your plan for this week running?

From Lucia on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 16:04:26

Please don't die Barry :) Way to stick with the plan even when you were in pain! Hopefully you're feeling better!

From Barry on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 16:15:44

I hope i do not die just yet :). I just want to say that i am excited to see what happens when you start running again. I am willing to beat that you get back in shape in no time at all. But even better I think you will be in better shape from this. Keep up the good work!!

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Today was a good run until after I was done running. I ran seven miles at 08:36.00 pace; I had to slow down a little because my right leg was bothering me. I Felt good and was proud of myself, then after word I had to go the bathroom and that is what scared me. I have blood in my urine. Now I am scared really scared. I called my wife who is a RN and asked her what to do and she told my that my prostate had some how been bothered and that I would be ok. She just told me to keep checking and see if I still have blood in my urine and it should clear up. So I guess I will see later on if it does or not. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

 

Later:  This is what i have rhabdomyolysis. Here is the website to look it up at. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhabdomyolysis

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From marion on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 18:00:06

I've heard that long runs can cause some bleeding in men. Hopefully some other guy runners can help you out here ;) Maybe post it to the discussion board.

Good run, great mileage last week and I hope everything is okee dokee :D

From barry on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 19:23:07

Not good, not good at all. I have to stop running for three to four days. :(.. My kidney are operating at half. So i was told no exercising at all. My body is eating my muscle and that is some of the reason why i have blood.

From Lucia on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 19:44:25

So sorry to hear this Barry! The latest Runner's World magazine has an article about this and as far as I remember it says it's not that bad, although of course it is scary; I'll find it and will send you what it says.

From Lucia on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 20:09:10

Barry, that sounds pretty serious... and you don't have many of the other symptoms...

Here's what Runner's world (UK edition, page 43, September 08) says: Q: After a recent marathon, I noticed blood in my urine. What's caused this? Cause: when you run long, cells in the kidneys may leak and bleed," says Dr Lewis Maharam, medical director of the NY Road runners. "The bladder can also suffer minor injury on the run." But there isn't any need for concern; no serious damage is done. Solution: If you know you are prone to this, Maharam advises against scheduling doctor's appointments until 48 hours after a long run. Blood in your urine could alarm an unsuspecting doctor. If you notice that your urine is still off-colour 48 hours after a run, see your doctor to rule out other issues...

It seems to me you have not to worry quite yet... but of course, it can never hurt to check with an expert! Good luck!

From barry on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 20:24:49

Well, thank you very much that helps a lot. I think i will still take a few days off from running and see how i feel after that. I really do not have any other systems, but the blood. I think my body is not use to me running so much and for so long. So a little rest will not hurt. I think any way... Are you feeling any better?

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No running today, because of blood in urine. 

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I am going to the doctor at lunch and getting check out to see if i can start running again. I will write more later!! Have a Great Day!!

Lunch: Not a good day for me! I still can not run due to blood being in my urine. I can not exercise at all. this is very frustrating. What do I do? I could use some help now??

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From marion on Thu, Sep 11, 2008 at 16:39:26

Crud! How long do you have to stay down?

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No running. This sucks!!

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From marion on Thu, Sep 11, 2008 at 16:40:21

I'm sorry! I just saw your posts, that is lousy! When do you see the doc again?

From Barry on Thu, Sep 11, 2008 at 17:30:39

Thanks. This really sucks in a bad way! I am going to the nature path doc tonight and the regular doc tomorrow. I am really scared what i am going to find out! Thanks for the comment, it means a lot!!

From Megan on Thu, Sep 11, 2008 at 22:03:12

Yikes... sorry to hear you are not able to run right now, what happen.

That is just the worse...last year I ahd to take 6 weeks off for an injury, it was torturous!

To respond to your earlier comment on my blog: I just get up early and run lots of miles in the week day. After my 20 mile run yesterday, I was perhaps a little more tired, but it doesn't interfere with anything. I don't like doing my long runs over the weekend, so I schedule in the middle of the week:)

From barry on Thu, Sep 11, 2008 at 22:49:00

Thanks. I ran 22 miles on Sunday then seven miles on Monday and over ran myself. What really sucks is i can not exercise at all. I think it really suck to have to take time off from running. Because you know it takes so long to get in shape you really do not want to miss any time, at least it is that way for me. But i would rather take time off and get healed than hurt myself permanently. How is school going?

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I am a happy camper now. I was able to go running today :). I went to the doctor and was cleared to go running.. But i am going to start off slow and take it easy the rest of the week. i was able to run 3.5 miles at a 8:33 pace. Thanks for reading and have a great day, because i am having a great day :)..

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From marion on Fri, Sep 12, 2008 at 16:01:25

Welcome back! I'm glad it was only a short break! What did he tell you was wrong?

From Robert on Sat, Sep 13, 2008 at 08:13:42

Barry - Sorry to hear about your problem. Take it easy and consider mixing in some cross training days (cycling, swimming, etc.). You don't have to run everyday to become a very good runner. I know that's taboo talk at this blog, but I know plenty of tri-athletes who kick my butt at running races. Granted, they work very hard while cross training, but they don't run everyday either. Something to think about. I wish you the best.

From Barry on Sat, Sep 13, 2008 at 16:16:36

Marion, Thanks the doctor told me that i just over did my running and that is why i had blood in my urine.

Robert, I understand what your saying, but i really enjoy running six days a week and would miss it.

Something for us to try. The doctor told me to take a small container and fill it 1/2 full of water and 1/2 full of something like power aid and then add some protein powder and that is better than the sports beans or the gels. Take this and water for our long runs and see how this helps..

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Today run felt really good. My overall pace was 8:27. Now tomorrow i will run 10 to 13 miles depending on how i feel. Also, when i wen to the doctor yesterday he told me something that might help. He told me to take a small container and fill it 1/2 full of water and 1/2 full of something like power aid then add some protein powder and that is better than the sports beans or the gels. So on your next long run try this and let me know if this helps. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From marion on Sat, Sep 13, 2008 at 16:59:24

Glad to see you back so soon:) Hopefully the Doc's recipe will help :) Take care and have a great weekend!

From Barry on Sat, Sep 13, 2008 at 20:40:56

Thanks, maybe you should try the recipe? How many miles are you running next week? I am hoping for 40 to 50 miles!

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Today's run was pain full. My average pace was 8:50. I have a new problem i need to deal with and I am hoping that an ice bath will help take care of that. I will let you know later. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!!

Evening: I ran 2.34 with my son at a easy 9:22 pace. I guess i should say easy for me, he was having a hard time. Anyway, i still need to take my ice bath and see if that takes away my pain. Thanks for reading and have a great evening!!

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My leg's felt good, but a little tired today. My overall pace was 8:23, not too bad i guess. I have my running clinic tonight. I will try to run with my son later, i hope i can. Not much else to say. So i guess have a GREAT day!!

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From marion on Tue, Sep 16, 2008 at 14:17:11

hey isn't it tuesday? Where's your run?

From marion on Tue, Sep 16, 2008 at 14:17:50

Oh yeah- nice run :) I am glad your feeling good :)

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I ran 10.56 miles today, i felt really good and i am surprised. My overall pace was 8:28, not to bad for binging 81 degrees.  I will write more later. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Evening: I ran 3.83 with my son, who i about to leave for boot camp for the Airforce. I am trying to help him get in shape. Our pace was 9:41 average.

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From marion on Tue, Sep 16, 2008 at 16:35:46

Nice miles BArry! Wow! I am glad it felt great! :D Yeah!!!

From barry on Tue, Sep 16, 2008 at 17:31:36

Thanks, Marion. i am trying to run 60 miles this week, without dieing. Keep up the good work and have a great day!!

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I will just say that today was a very rough day of running. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Evening: Tonight went a lot better. My pace was 8:34 per mile.

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From marion on Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 18:08:54

I'm sorry! I hope your evening goes better:)

From Barry on Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 12:45:52

Thanks, i think i just needed food and some power aid drink. How are you feeling?

From marion on Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 13:04:18

I'm feeling better! Thanks!

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Ran 6.17 miles at a 8:45 pace. My legs are tired and i am thinking about running the rest of my week run tonight, so i can take two days off from running? I would only have to run four miles more and i will be done. Something to think about!! Have a great day!!

 Evening: I decided to run tonight. Now i do not have to run tomorrow and i get two days off instead of one. I think my body needs the extra day off :). Have a good night!!

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No running today. I am letting my body rest :)

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No running today, I am resting! But tomorrow i will be running 15 miles and i think my total miles for next week might be 55 to 60 miles. Have a great weekend!! :)

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I ran fifteen miles this morning! My pace was 9:03, but my legs felt like led. I think it was from the pop and popcorn I had at the movies. I think i am going to run 60 miles again this week and then next week i will cut back 20% to give my body a rest. I think i am going to try to run later this evening with my son, but that will only be like 2 to 3 miles more. Anyway i think i am going to go to watch TV then go to bed. Thanks for reading and have a GREAT DAY!!! :)

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From marion on Sun, Sep 21, 2008 at 11:16:30

Nice miles Barry! Good luck with the mileage this week! Keep up the good work. I Have decided that I like everyone tapering for St George. It puts us all up higher on the mileage board :)

From barry on Sun, Sep 21, 2008 at 17:57:20

So are you running the marathon for St George? What is your plan for mileage this week. Also, have you noticed that your body slows down when you drink pop?

Thanks, Barry

From marion on Sun, Sep 21, 2008 at 23:08:02

No I am not running SGM :) Next year :D I havnt't noticed anything at all differetn wehn I dringk pop. Except I can't seem to spell right now. I'd bether do th bed! :D

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Ran eight miles today. I felt really good and decided to push it a little and ran the eight miles at an 7:54 pace. I am going to try to run with my son tonight, i hope we can four miles. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Evening: Ran 3.81 miles with my son at a 9:15 pace.

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From marion on Mon, Sep 22, 2008 at 16:45:51

Nice run :) Way to edge up the pace:)

From barry on Mon, Sep 22, 2008 at 17:30:29

Thanks, i have a race coming up in November and i want to be at my best when it comes. Nice job on your run today. Are you using the new way of running?

From marion on Mon, Sep 22, 2008 at 17:48:01

Yes and no. When I run up hills, I try to focus on my heel strike, which gives me more of a mid stike and no toe strike. Slowing dowon on the majority of my runns has made a huge difference :) Hos your class/worshop going?

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Nice easy pace today! I figured out why i was getting sick while running, with Gods help of course. My water bottles had mold in it, shame on me for not cleaning it. Oh well!! My pace was an 8:30 per mile. Thanks for reading and have a good day!!

Evening: Had a nice easy run by myself. Ran four miles at a 9:07 pace. My right leg was a little soar, but not to bad.

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From marion on Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 17:16:42

GROSSSSSS!!! OOOOOoooooo! yeah, those water bottle can be a major breeding ground for all kinds of CRAP!!! Glad the light was shined upon you and you got that nasty thing cleaned ;)

Nice miles by the way :D

From barry on Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 17:40:44

I know it was nasty. But the thing is i never could taste it. They way i found out was when i went to fill my water bottle with water i could see the mold. But i really makes sense why i was getting sick. I would drink my water around one mile and then around mile two i would be sick. So my wife told me to rinse with bleach and rinse it out with water and that would kill the mold. So i did and it did clean it out. So when i ran today i kept a good pace and felt good. Thanks and have a good day!!

From Air Darkhorse on Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 18:49:29

Barry, Are you still up for coaching? I have not heard from you. e-mail me or leave message on my blog. Thanks, Steve.

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Nice easy seven mile run today. My pace was 08:17.71. I think this will be my only run today because it is my wife and my night out. Thanks for reading and have a great day!! :)

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From wheakory on Wed, Sep 24, 2008 at 19:15:36

Barry, You should go run Boise's Half next week, because your ready.

From Barry on Wed, Sep 24, 2008 at 19:46:12

Thanks, Kory. But Gina feels that something bad is going to happen to me if i run. So i have decided to follow her advice and not do it. Plus, i am going to Boise the beginning of next week and spending a few days with Tim before he leaves for boot camp. So in other words i do not have the money to go up the extra days. How are you doing from your fall? Also, are you going to run the marathon next week?

Barry

From marion on Thu, Sep 25, 2008 at 15:32:45

Have fun on your date :) I LOVE date night!!

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I am in pain right now from that run :(. But i am at 60 miles right now. My pace was 8:32 per mile. I think i am going to try to run tonight, I guess we will see. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Evening: Ran a nice easy four miles. My pace was 10:14 per mile. Also, this a PR for my total milage, 64 miles... :)

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From marion on Thu, Sep 25, 2008 at 23:45:35

Awesome! Did you see that you are #1 on the mileage board ? YOU ARE #1!!!

WOO HOO!!!!!! You ROCK!!!!

From Megan on Sat, Sep 27, 2008 at 16:02:21

Wow Barry you're weekly mileage is great! Do you have marathon coming up? Keep up the hard work:)

From Barry on Sat, Sep 27, 2008 at 17:24:49

Thanks, it is really had doing that many miles for me. I do have a half marathon coming up in November. The name of the race is called the "Just Cuz." Weird name. What is your plan for next week?

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Ran four miles earlier, but i could not run anymore because my right leg was bothering me so much. I am going to try to run eleven more now and see how my leg is doing. 

This run went a lot better! I did have to stop several times and streatch, which made a big difference. I will just say after i stopped and streatched a couple of times my per mile pace went from 8:40 ish to 7:45 ish. I feel that God showed me what to do to fix my problem and it works really good. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From marion on Sun, Sep 28, 2008 at 16:56:42

I'm glad you found the trick. I love how God teaches us things that make our everyday lives so much better. I am always amazed that He cares about even the seemingly little things in our lives ;) Although if I were to run 7:45 miles it would rate up there with the parting of the Red Sea! ;D

From Barry on Sun, Sep 28, 2008 at 22:03:40

Thanks, it sure was a very rough four miles. It was sure hard to stop a workout due to pain. I also think you could run faster than a 7:45 mile, i would say you could run at least a 7:00 minute mile ;). Do you have big plans this week for running?

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Ran eight miles today and I did not feel like running at all. I did run a couple miles toward the end of my run about 7:50 to 8:05. But that is all my running for today; I am leaving to take my son to leave for boot camp. I am happy but then I am sad. I just pray that his relationship with God grow through this.

Evening: Ran two miles with my son today, my pace was 7:50 per mile. Tomorrow will be my last time running with him for a very long timeL. Thanks for reading and have a great night…

 

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From air darkhorse on Mon, Sep 29, 2008 at 23:40:34

Congrats to you and your son. I think the best that you can do for him is to keep those letters from home coming on a regular basis.

From marion on Tue, Sep 30, 2008 at 01:04:39

Good luck with your son. I imagine it's pretty tough to send him off. Hang in there!

Nice mileage :)

From Barry on Tue, Sep 30, 2008 at 11:01:57

Steve,

Thanks for the reminder. I remember going through boot camp and when i received letters from family and friends it really helped me.

From Barry on Tue, Sep 30, 2008 at 11:04:01

Thanks, it is tough but i think it will be a good thing. I have to look out for his best and not what i want at the this time. Thanks again and have a great day!! :)

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My legs were soar and did not want to start running until five miles in the run. My overall pace was 08:26.25. Thanks for all the comments. I am sad, but in the long haul i know it is good for him. I just need to pray him through this. Thanks for reading and have a Great Day!!!

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I felt a lot better running today, but also a sad day for me and my family. My son leaves today at 2:00 for boot camp. I think my running is helping me with my stress. My pace was 08:13.8 and my goal this week is to run 50 miles. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From wheakory on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 11:25:18

Just think one less kid in the house. Just Kidding it's hard to see them go, and I will feel the same way when my kids reach that point.

What stress are you having. Are you running the local half marathon on November 1st.

From Lucia on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 11:25:48

What would we do without running, right Barry? Sorry that you're dealing with some stress, I hope everything goes well with your family.

You're high up on the mileage board already, way to go!

From marion on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 11:28:34

Good luck today! We pray for our armed services everyday in our family- we'll be sure to add you son! hang in there :)

Great miles!!!

From Barry on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 12:03:49

Thanks Kory. The stress is from Tim leaving and wanting him to do good in boot camp. I will be running the Just Cuz race in November. Did you get the entry form for the race?

Lucia, Thanks. I am just really sad my son is leaving. I get along with him the best out of all my kids. I will truly miss him!!

Marion, Thanks for adding my son "Tim Amen" to your prayer list that is a very awesome thing you and your family are doing. Keep up the good work!

From wheakory on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 12:06:09

No I didn't is it on a website.

From wheakory on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 12:06:36

Maybe next Saturday we can plan and go run the course.

From Barry on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 18:20:00

I was thinking about running the course, so next saturday would be a good day. I will be praying for you saturday..

From wheakory on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 19:19:57

Thanks Barry, will see what the Lord will allow me to do in the race.

From kelsey on Wed, Oct 01, 2008 at 21:58:48

Sorry about your son leaving for bootcamp. Good running so far this week, and good luck on 50 miles!

From Barry on Thu, Oct 02, 2008 at 11:20:57

Thanks, i am feeling a little better now. i'm just waiting for his phone call to see how things are going for him. Keep up the good work with your running!

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Ran eleven miles today, I am not sure what my pace was because I was having trouble with my watch. I can say that my running felt really good today, I think the cut back was a very good decision for me.  I am not sure what to do about next week mileage. I was thinking about cutting again due to the race coming up in November 1.  I could use some suggestions!  Thanks for reading and have a great night..

 

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From kelsey on Sat, Oct 04, 2008 at 12:05:40

Good run! Sometimes there is a freedom with running without a watch. What race do you have November 1st?

From barry on Sat, Oct 04, 2008 at 14:26:53

I do have to agree about the freedom with out a watch. I am running the "just cuz" race in pocatello. What race are you running next week? Also, what kind of time are you wanting to get? Keep up the good running. Sometimes we need to push our self into doing something we do not want to do, but in the end it is worth it! Have a great day!!

From Kelsey on Sat, Oct 04, 2008 at 16:18:51

I'm doing the half at the Baltimore marathon, so I am pretty excited because I get to go home and visit my family, and my dad is running it with me. I want to run a PR which would be under 1:41:33, but the hills will make it tough. I would love to go under 1:40 but I'll probably save that for a flat course :)

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Plan day off!!

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I had a really good run. My legs were feeling good and my pace was not too bad. Th pace per mile was 8:16 and i had little pain in my legs. This is what i will be running this week.

Sun- 6

Mon- 6

Tues- 6

Wed- 6

Thur- 8

Fri- Off

Sat- 13

Total 46

 Thanks for reading and have a good day :)

 

 

I am not sure if i am going to do this right. This is the kind of schedule i was thinking about running before my half marathon...

Five weeks before my race- 50 miles

Four weeks before my race- 45 - 50 miles

Three weeks before my race- 40 - 45 miles

Two weeks before my race- 35 - 40 miles

One weeks before my race- 30 - 35 Miles

November 1, day of race....

 Any suggestions!!

Thanks and have a great day

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From marion on Sun, Oct 05, 2008 at 23:51:52

Plannings a great thing! Have a great running week!

From Nevels on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 16:12:08

That looks like a good plan; you'll be in great shape for a half!

From Barry on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 21:57:40

Thanks. You are also doing good, i bet it is really hard trying to run and school. How much longer do you have until you finish school?

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I ran really good today. My pace was 7:46. I will write more later. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From wheakory on Mon, Oct 06, 2008 at 16:36:00

Barry, Do you want to run the Just be Cuz course Saturday around 6:30am?

From Barry on Mon, Oct 06, 2008 at 17:33:44

Sounds good to me. Where do you want to meet?

Barry

From wheakory on Mon, Oct 06, 2008 at 17:37:36

Will need two vehicles so will have to drop one at the start and ending. Unless I can get my wife to pick us up and then we need one. I will talk with her tonight. I would say meet at the finish at 6:30am.

What pace do you plan on running? I will run at your pace.

From Barry on Mon, Oct 06, 2008 at 23:25:06

We can drop off two vehicles, yours and mine. That works for me, so you do not have to have your wife pick us up. Pace now that is a good question. I have been running at a 8:30 pace for most of my training. How does that sound? Also, how are you feeling?

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Today's run was a little tiring. My overall pace was 07:52.67 Not much else to say. So, have a nice day!!

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From wheakory on Tue, Oct 07, 2008 at 16:53:55

Barry do you want to meet at centennial park at 6:30am Saturday. We can leave one car there and drive up to the top.

I have to be done before 10am, because of games. What pace were you planning on running at.

From barry on Tue, Oct 07, 2008 at 17:34:17

We can meet at centennial park at 6:30 on the side where your kids go to school. I have to also be done before 10:00 because of an appointment. I was thinking about running an 8:30 pace, what do you think?

From wheakory on Tue, Oct 07, 2008 at 19:06:56

Meeting place is fine. P

Pace wise I would say maybe doing the first 6 miles at 8:15 to 8:00 then last 6 miles do a progressive run by increasing speed each mile and ending at a 7 minute mile. This would be a good way to pickup some speed.

From Marion on Tue, Oct 07, 2008 at 23:59:42

Great miles and pace ;) You are doing so great BArry!

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My running is feeling a lot better now that i am cutting back on my mileage. My pace was 7:50, and i am feeling good right now. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From Lucia on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 16:30:15

Wooohoo! You're rockin' my friend! Very exciting!

Your 1/2 marathon plan looks good to me - you could post something on the discussion board - training review so that the big boys comment on it... It seems that what's important is to cut miles, but you can still do some fast stuff (maybe not too fast?) until the week before your race... This one's in the bag for sure! So is 1:30 your goal for Nov 1?

From marion on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 16:36:25

Glad to hear the legs are behaving!! Happy day :) You are going to do GREAT!!!

From Barry on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 21:52:19

Thanks for the awesome complement. That was very nice. I am praying that i can beat my 1:30 goal. Also, that is a good idea about writing something in the discussion board about cutting back on mileage. How is your running coming along?

From Barry on Wed, Oct 08, 2008 at 21:54:23

Thanks. I bet you are happy about cutting back on your mileage this week. Have a great night!!

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Had a nice run today, my pace was 07:56.38. I will not be running tommorrow because i will be running 13. miles on Satruday.. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From marion on Thu, Oct 09, 2008 at 17:37:25

Nice run! I can't wait to see how the race goes! You are racing, right?

From Barry on Thu, Oct 09, 2008 at 17:42:21

Thanks, i am racing the half marathon on November 1. I am just cutting back my mileage for the next three weeks to be ready...

From marion on Thu, Oct 09, 2008 at 17:45:08

I remember reading that now! Enjoy your day off tomorrow!

From wheakory on Thu, Oct 09, 2008 at 22:58:32

I'm probably not going to run much Friday either to be fresh for Saturday especially just coming off a marathon. The weather for us is going to be nasty we will definitely need to dress warm.

I think I've already done more miles than I wanted to this week but that's okay.

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Just a quick note, i will write more later. I ran 13.1 miles in 1:40, my third fastest time. Also, for an update on my weight. From 1-1-07 to 10-1-08 i have lost between 45 to 48 pounds, WOW.. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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From marion\ on Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 11:20:11

That is stinkin' amazing!!! WOW!!! Way to lose the weight! Good job man! Nice half too :D

From Barry on Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 20:10:05

Thanks. I do have to say that it is hard work to loose weight. I wish it was easy to loose weight and hard to gain weight!! Have a great week!!

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Not a bad run today. My average pace was 8:00. Kory and i went over the race course for my race in November. i do have to say that it will not be to get a PR on this course. I need to do some training on hills to be able to run a good race. Thanks for reading and have a great night!!

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From marion on Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 20:26:37

Hills are fun ;) You'll do great!

From wheakory on Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 23:02:26

Barry instead of me ordering the shoes you can go to this link and get them yourself.

http://www.eastbay.com/catalog/productdetail/model_nbr--99510/sku--28561/cm--GLOBAL%20SEARCH%3A%20KEYWORD%20SEARCH/

From barry on Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 19:38:01

Thanks, I am hoping i will do good..

Barry

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Today's run went good. I ran on the treadmill and out of the six miles i ran three of them at a 4.0 incline. I am trying to get my legs use to running hills at a faster pace. I hope this helps... Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

 

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Today run went well. My overall pace was 7:45 and i was feeling good. My time per mile was

1) 8:15

2) 8:07

3) 7:39

4) 7:31

5) 7:34

6) 7:25

Not to bad if i say so myself! Thanks for reading and have a great night!!

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Comments
From kelsey on Wed, Oct 15, 2008 at 15:59:20

Your race is coming up soon isn't it? Exciting!!

From barry on Wed, Oct 15, 2008 at 17:37:11

My race is coming up November 1 and it is a hilly course :(. But i am sorry i have not commented about your race you did last week. I have to say that is AWESOME and you set you a new PR. Wow, that is all i can say. How are you feeling this week?

From Kelsey on Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 18:07:49

No need to apologize! Thanks, I am pretty proud, and it has pumped me up for my full marathon at the end of November. I am actually feeling awesome, which is great so I can just keep on with my training. You'll be surprised, you may feel great and the hills won't even touch you!!

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I tried to run some more hill training today. I think i accomplished my goal.

1) No incline, warm up mile.

2) The incline was at 6. My pace was about 7:15  per mile.

3) The incline was at 1. My pace was about 8:30  per mile.

4) The incline was at 5. My pace was about 7:00  per mile.

5) The incline was at 1. My pace was about 8:30  per mile.

6) The incline was at 4. My pace was about 6:45  per mile.

I am not positive about the times, but i think they are close. But when i was done running i went to the local college, Idaho State University to there job fair. And boy did i find some good job opportunity. The jobs i found i would almost make two times the amount i am making now. I am faxing off my resume to two jobs this morning and i am praying that one of them work out. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!! 

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From marion on Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 10:38:20

Sounds like a great workout! Good luck with the jobs!

From wheakory on Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 18:25:39

Were still meeting to run Friday correct at 12:30 or 1pm. What works best for you?

From Barry on Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 19:57:19

I would say that 12:30 works best for me! Is that ok?

Barry

From wheakory on Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 23:03:19

It should be I have a meeting from 9am till 10am then another meeting from 10:30 to noon so I should be able to make it over there by 12:30am.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
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I was a little tired from yesterdays run, so i tried to run slower. My average pace was 8:32; tomorrow i will be running 10 miles of the race course. So i am trying to rest my legs. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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Today i ran ten miles of the race course with my friend/cousin Kory. I do have to say that the areas i thought would be hard are not too bad, but the area i thought would be a little easier was was hard. I am very glad i was able to run it with Kory, he helped me to pace the course and get a good feeling of where to run and when i need to take my sports beans. My over all pace was a 7:32 and that is only 18 seconds per mile slower than my PR. I feel with Gods help i can at least run my 7:14 per mile pace. There is only two weeks before the race and i am now getting excited for the race. Next week we will be running the same ten miles to help us get use to get more familiar with the course.   I am just praying there is no wind and the weather i warm. Well, thanks for reading and have a great Day!!!

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From wheakory on Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 10:51:29

You did awesome running the course Barry. Just remember to stay confident and trust in your training. The run was a little different than what I expected too. It was fun running with you.

Next week maybe on the last two mile we can practice doing it a little faster than your race pace. Because a week before a race you want to do a couple intensity miles.

From barry on Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 10:59:40

Thanks Kory, I would like to run the last two miles faster. That is where i struggle the most is the end of the run. How are you feeling today, better?

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Day off. I am going to watch the home coming parade and then take a nap and then maybe a movie. Thanks for reading and have a Great day!!! :)

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From kelsey on Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 11:37:53

Ohhh a nap :) I'm jealous!

From Barry on Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 14:08:32

Nice run today. Are you feeling pretty tired. Also, how is school going? I do not know where you find the time to run and school at the same time! Have a great day!!

From kelsey on Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 19:15:34

I'm not too tired, but the days I do longer runs I just ravish food all day so I think I am about to get some ice cream :) School is going pretty well. I have a busy semester right now, but then in the spring all I have to do is study for my comps and take them at the end of the semester. And if I pass I "just" have to write my dissertation and get outta here! My running keeps me sane, so I make sure to have time to fit it in.

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I was really soar today, my pace was 8:48 per mile. This week i am only planning on running 35 miles due to my race is next week. Not much else to say. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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Good run today, my overall pace was 7:37. I bought new shoes yesterday with the help of Kory. Thanks Kory, i think they will be good running shoes. I was feeling good, but i am wondering if i am pushing myself too much before the race. I will try to slow down tomorrow and see how i feel. I also received my new racing shoes in today and they are really really nice. I think i will run in them tomorrow and try to break them in a little before my race, again thanks to Kory for the help in buying them. Not much else to say, but have a great day!!

(New Balance 5 miles )

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Comments
From marion on Mon, Oct 20, 2008 at 18:14:34

Yeah new shoes!!! I lvoe them! Good luck before the race. You are going to ROCK it! How is your son?

From barry on Mon, Oct 20, 2008 at 19:26:32

I love new shoes also. My son is almost half way done :). We are going to see him for his graduation from boot camp next month! We will be going to Texas and i have never been there other than the airport. I am way excited. Also for the first time in his life he called me dad, and i cried.. Thanks for asking and have a great night!!

From marion on Mon, Oct 20, 2008 at 23:00:28

That is so great about your son calling you dad. :) What a sweet blessing :)

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Today's went ok, my legs were little soar but not to bad. I was trying to keep my time slow because i needed to let my legs rest. My pace was 8:17 per mile. I ran with my new racing shoes today and they were nice. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

(Saucony 5)

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From wheakory on Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 17:22:53

Barry, I'm thinking that it would be better Friday if we just ran 6-7 miles at a faster pace on the course. This would be better training to prepare for the race. I think doing 10 might not be such a good plan.

From Barry on Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 17:39:47

I am game for that. Where do you want to meet me at, same place as before?

From wheakory on Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 17:46:38

It's going to depend what time I get out of my meeting Friday. 12:45pm or 1pm.

From barry on Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 19:20:53

Kory,

Give me a call when you when you get done with you meeting?

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Today i was trying to teach myself to relax while running fast. i think i stress myself out running at faster speeds. For me a 6:3? - 6:4? stresses me out, i think i can not handle running that fast for that long. So in my own way i was teaching myself not to stress out. I need to do this because of my race coming up. My overall pace was 7:16 pace. I hope this makes sense. Thanks for reading and have a great night!!

(New Balance 10 miles )

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From wheakory on Thu, Oct 23, 2008 at 14:25:32

Barry, running at 6:3ish pace is good to practice and it a good tempo pace for you. Just focus on form and not speed when you pick the pace up. Friday maybe we can try running faster miles, but don't look at your pace just try to relax in good form. It's good to have a small intense workout before a race. I always do it in the taper. You just cut the amount of intensity miles that you would normally do when your in hard-core training.

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Today run was really soar. i had a really hard time running anything fast. My overall pace was 8:45 and i tried to use my heart monitor, but the batteries was dead. I am running the course tomorrow with Kory and i needed to rest. Thanks for reading and have a great day!! :)

(New Balance 15 miles )

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Today i ran some of the course with Kory. I felt a little tired, but not too bad. Kory would take the lead and try to help me to push myself into running faster miles. I think it helped, because my overall pace was 7:17 which is like 3 seconds slower per mile than my PR. This course is not an easy course it is a series of up and down hill running. But i forgot to tell you in yesterdays blog that i have shin splints again. It is the same leg as last time and i  think i have figured out why i keep getting them. When i run i put more pressure on that one leg than i do the other. So now i am back to wrapping my leg again. But thanks to Kory for referring me to his friend who is a massage therapist, i was able to get a full body massage and it think that will help my shin splints a lot. Then i went to the doctor and was treated for shin splints and stress. I think it helped me out, i guess we will see. Thanks for reading and have a great day!! :)

(New Balance 21.75 miles )

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No running today. My wife gave me some honey do list and i am also thinking about going to a movie. Then tonight we have church, which has been really good, so i am really looking forward to going. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

(New Balance 21.75 miles )

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I am taking another day off. I am trying to rest my legs for the race. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!!

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Comments
From marion on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 10:48:43

Enjoy the rest!!1 :D You are going to do GREAT!!!

From barry on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 15:41:29

Thanks, i saw the pictures of your kids and they look so cute! When is your next race?

From marion on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 15:45:10

I think it will be the Painters Half in St George in January. We may have a FRB impromptu race on the 1st of november for fun. I will forsure do a 5k on Thanksgiving. Your race is on the first isn't it?

From barry on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 17:36:12

Yep, Yep, Yep. My race is November 1, and it starts at 10:13 A.M.. Are you thinking about coming up and running it?

From barry on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 17:36:43

Also, the race is in Pocatello Idaho...

From marion on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 17:47:03

Oooooo... a race :) Tempting....but no :) Not this time :) You are going to have a great race. You have worked SO hard! When do you go down to Texas?

From barry on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 18:05:43

I am going November 12 and coming back on November 16. I did talk to him yesterday and he sounds better, he said that he is adjusting. Which for boot camp is a good thing! How fare are you from Salt lake?

From marion on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 19:08:19

60 miles south :D

I am glad he's doing well. You are going to have a great time seeing him!

From steve ashbaker on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 21:09:52

Barry, Have you considered orthotics of some sort? Or have you already looked into that?

From Barry on Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 22:02:19

I have not really thought about orthotics. I am going to the doctor on Friday for an vitamin IV i will ask him then. How have you been doing? I have been praying for you!

From kelsey on Mon, Oct 27, 2008 at 12:22:58

Isn't tapering great :) Good luck this weekend!

From barry on Mon, Oct 27, 2008 at 15:18:01

Thanks, i am hoping to run a 1:32 to 1:34 for this half. I like tapering, but i sure miss running my high miles. My weight is starting to come back slowly.

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Nice easy run today on the treadmill. I ran 4.5 miles at a 1.0 incline. The shin did not bother me, which was very nice. My pace was 8:27 per mile. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

New Balance Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From marion on Mon, Oct 27, 2008 at 15:28:41

nice pace. Great taper!! Enjoy it!

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Another nice run today! Ran five miles at a 8:27 pace with an 1.0 incline. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

New Balance Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
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Todays run i picked it up a little. I ran five miles and three of them were at 8:27 and two of them were at a 6:58. My legs were feeling good. I also ran on the treadmill with a 0.5 incline. But today will be the last day i can run at lunch, i was told no more taking long lunches. So i guess that i will be running after work. I think i can still try to run a couple miles at lunch, but no more long runs. That sucks, but life goes on... Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

New Balance Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
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Nice easy run today, my pace was 8:27. I am a little nervous about the race on Saturday. I also found out today that my GYM will no longer have any more classes and my wife is really upset. So i guess we will be going to a new GYM next month. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Also, here is the website for the race i ran November 1 along witht the race results. http://www.justcuzhalfmarathon.blogspot.com/

New Balance Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From The Howling Commando on Thu, Oct 30, 2008 at 08:58:51

No worries, Barry. You've put in very consistent training all year. You have the heart. You have the stamina. You have the power. Your legs will carry you to that finish line. You are going to fly! Can't wait to read the report :)

From barry on Thu, Oct 30, 2008 at 14:34:45

Thanks for your support, it helps me a lot. I did see in the weather that there might be chance for rain and even some winds (11-17mph with gust up to 25mph.) So i am asking God for a miracle and that there will be no wind and if there is any wind that it will help and not hurt.

From marion on Thu, Oct 30, 2008 at 19:10:27

Benn is right- you've done the work! You've REALLY done the work! You are going to ROCK it!!!

Race: Just Cuz (13.1 Miles) 01:32:01, Place overall: 6
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I have to go right now, so this will be really short. My pace was 07:01.45. I will write more later.

Later: I went to Boise to watch my nephew play soccer and they won :). It was a great game to watch! Anyway. Here are my times per mile.

1. 6:10 Feeling really good, due to the fact that it was down hill.

2. 6:26 Same

3. 6:45 Rolling Hills.

4. 6:44 Big hill, the first of two

5. 6:47 Feeling good

6. 7:01 A little hill here and there.

7. 7:18 Big hill, the second of two

8. 6:59 Getting better

9. 7:07 Rolling Hills

10. 7:12 Rolling Hills

11. 7:45 Rolling Hills

12. 7:47 Rolling Hills

13. 7:34 Kory came back after winning the race and paced me.

.01. 5:21 Kory came back after winning the race and paced me.

Thanks to Kory for helping to pace me the last mile of the race.  I am now taking two days off and then i am going to start back slowly. I think i am done racing for the year. Now i am going into training mode until next year. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

 

 

Saucony Miles: 13.10
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From marion on Sat, Nov 01, 2008 at 13:13:46

Fantastic race!!! WOW 5th place!!! That is AWSOME!!! Way to go!!!

From wheakory on Sat, Nov 01, 2008 at 21:58:05

Barry your the Man! You did awesome today. You were dedicated and stuck to the training and had a great finish. I enjoyed running your last mile with you.

From barry on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 08:34:52

Thanks, it was not an easy course. Also when you have great friends to help you out that really helps a lot. The last mile of the course my friend Kory who just won the race came back and paced me the last mile. Let me tell you that made a big difference.

From Barry on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 08:37:52

I do have to say you are the man. After just winning the race you came back to pace me that is beyond words on how much i appreciate what you did. Your a great friend and thanks again!!!

From kelsey on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 11:55:23

Woo!! Awesome! That's a PR right? And on a tough course, congrats!!!!

From wheakory on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 12:02:18

Barry it was all one. You had the confidence and determination to pull out strong at the end.

From josse on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 20:50:57

Great job on the race!!

From barry on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 21:59:47

Thanks, it sure was a hard race.

From JimF on Mon, Nov 03, 2008 at 12:15:52

Great race on a tough course! You have really knocked down your half marathon times this year. Awesome!

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Nice easy run today on the treadmill. My pace was an 8:29. This week will be an easy week for me. Also, i am not sure how next week will look because i am going to Texas to watch my son graduate from boot camp :). Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

New Balance Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
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Another day of a nice easy run. My pace was 8:27 and i think my heart rate was around 150 bpm. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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Once again another easy day of running. My overall average was 08:05.80, i decided to speed up the last three miles and run them in 8:00 and the other two in 8:20. So overall i am feeling good. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Also, here it here is the website for the race i ran November 1, along with the results from the race. http://www.justcuzhalfmarathon.blogspot.com/

New Balance Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From The Howling Commando on Thu, Nov 06, 2008 at 10:00:05

Hey Barry I just wanted to say Sick 1/2 time on the 1st! Man you are talented distance runner! :)

From barry on Thu, Nov 06, 2008 at 15:14:30

Thanks, that was really nice of you to say! I do have to say the best thing to do is to put in the miles. I have found out that the more miles you run the better runner you become. Thanks again and have a great day!!!

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I picked up the pace and intensity today. My overall pace was 08:08.80. I ran three miles at a 8:13 and a with a 0.5 incline. Then one mile at 8:06 with a 0.5 incline and then the last mile at a 8:00 with a 1.0 incline. I think my New Balance shoes are hurting my foot, because my left foot hurts toward the end of my run. I think i will try to run in different shoes tomorrow. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day! :) 

New Balance Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
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After yesterdays run and my foot hurting, I decided to try an experiment and buy some new shoes and see if my foot was hurting because of my shoes or not. While I was there I decided to look into buying a heart monitor and I found a really nice one for $24.00. The really nice thing about the watch is while I was running the watch and the treadmill heart monitor linked up and I did not have to look at my watch to see my heart rate. Also, the shoes I bought did help my foot not to hurt, so I will see later on if they keep the pain away from my foot. Back to my running, I ran five miles in 39:47 with an average pace of 07:57. I am going to run 15 tomorrow, because of going to Texas on Wednesday and not knowing how much time I will have for running. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

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Comments
From marion on Sat, Nov 08, 2008 at 14:26:49

Glad the shoes fixed the problem :) Great run! Have so much fun it Texas! Waht a great trip :)

From barry on Sat, Nov 08, 2008 at 14:31:04

Thanks, i do have to say that the six weeks went by really fast.

From wheakory on Sat, Nov 08, 2008 at 15:24:30

What shoes did you buy? Your foot my be hurting because there getting used to the racing flats, or just the soreness from the Half Marathon.

From barry on Sat, Nov 08, 2008 at 23:47:55

the shoes are Spalding Mojave. I wanted two pairs of shoes anyway. now i can trade off shoes and help them to last longer.

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Morning: Today’s run was nice, the temperature 39 degrees with no wind. My goal for today is fifteen miles, so I decided to run half this morning and half this afternoon.  So this morning I ran my seven in half miles at an 8:04 pace. I do have to say I was feeling really good and it sure was nice feeling.  Anyway I will run this afternoon and hopefully I will feel just as good or even better this afternoon! Thanks for reading and have a great morning!!

Afternoon: This afternoon was a little harder for me. I ran 3.25 miles at a 1.0 incline and 3.75 at a 1.50 incline with the last half mile at a 1.0 incline.  I was able to keep an 8:00 pace. My plan for this week is to run about forty plus miles. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great night!!

 

Spalding Mojave Miles: 15.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From kelsey on Sun, Nov 09, 2008 at 21:18:15

Great runs!! I haven't run twice in one day in years, but I am sure it is normal for the second run to be a little harder. Good luck with your 40 mile week!!

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Legs were soar today, but i did run eight miles at a 08:05.25 pace. I ran half my miles at a 0.5 incline. Also my shin was bothering me today and i did 50 situps. That's about it, thanks for reading and have a great day!! :)

Spalding Mojave Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
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Legs were felling good today. I ran seven miles at 8:02 pace with the incline set to 1.0 the whole time and i did 75 sit ups :). Tomorrow will be a very busy day for me so i am not sure if i can run or not. Thanks for reading and have a great day.

Spalding Mojave Miles: 7.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From kelsey on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 09:46:39

Good run! I love half marathons because you can recover so fast! Do you know when you are going to attempt your 1:28? I bet you will get it no problem on a flat course!

From Lucia on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 10:39:11

Great run! What's your next race? Do you know which full marathon you'll be running? Consider the Marine Corps marathon here in DC, it's a great race, and I can help you out! Glad to hear the legs feel good! You rule!

From barry on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 19:23:30

Thanks, i am not sure when i am going to run another Half. I am hoping for March? I am getting really excited for your marathon, i know you will do awesome. What time are you wanting to get?

From barry on Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 19:27:18

Thanks, I am not sure what race i am going to run. I am thinking about March for my next half. When it the Marine Corps marathon? Also, is there a lot of hills in the course? I am really thinking about running that race for my first marathon! Also, for all the stuff you have been through, i have to say that you rule more than me :)... Have a great day!

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Spalding Mojave Miles: 5.00
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Spalding Mojave Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
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An easy eight miles today 7:53 pace with some inclines in there. I do not have very much time, but i will write more about my trip later! Have a good day!!

Spalding Mojave Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
7.000.000.000.000.000.000.007.00

Today's run was tiring. I ran one mile at an 8:06 then the next four miles at a 6:56 pace then the last two miles at an 8:06 pace. I had the incline at a 0.5 incline. I have been getting sick the last two days. I am not sure why, it might be from the plane or from the hotel. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Spalding Mojave Miles: 7.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From wheakory on Tue, Nov 18, 2008 at 13:29:20

Could be the environment change, going from warm to cold. I wouldn't do any fast miles when you feel sick because it just kills your immune system. Trust me I've done this before by running faster miles while sick, and it made things worse.

Barry, you didn't bare the 25 degrees this morning! Come on!

From barry on Tue, Nov 18, 2008 at 15:21:29

Good point on running with a cold. And NO i do not want to run outside when it is 25 degrees. Have a good day!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
12.000.000.000.000.000.000.0012.00

Morning: Still feeling sick :(. Ran eight miles at an 8:05 pace with a 0.5 incline. Also, I did 75 sit ups :). Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Evening: I had a free session with a trainer so I went tonight and she showed me some upper and lower body exercise. Now my upper body is really soar. Anyway, I ran four miles because I did not want to run only four miles Saturday morning. My pace was 8:00 with no incline. Thanks for reading and have a great night!

 

Spalding Mojave Miles: 12.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
10.000.000.000.000.000.000.0010.00

Today run my legs were soar, but i was still able to get ten miles in. My pace was 8:02 with a 0.5 incline and i did 25 sit ups. Now i hope i make it the rest of the day without dieing. Thanks for reading and have a great day!

Spalding Mojave Miles: 10.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.000.000.000.008.00

Nice and easy day for me! I ran eight miles at a 8.00 pace with no incline. I did speed up toward the end to practice my end sprint. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day! :)

Spalding Mojave Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From JimF on Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 14:45:16

Good run! You have had a nice week of training.

From barry on Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 16:50:15

Thanks Jim,

What time goal do you have for your marathon coming up?

From JimF on Sun, Nov 23, 2008 at 16:49:14

I am going to try to get a Boston Qualifier which for me is 3:20. Hopefully with good weather I will have a shot.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
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Today was going to be my day off, but I really wanted to run 50 miles for the week. So today i ran five miles to finish off the week with 50. My pace was 8:03 with 0.5 incline. I am tired now, but i feel good. Next week my goal is also 50+ miles. So, thanks for reading and have a great day.. :)

Spalding Mojave Miles: 5.00
Weight: 155.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.000.000.000.008.00

I felt really good today running my eight miles. My pace was 07:56.25 with an incline of 0.5 for six miles and the last two was at a 1.0. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Spalding Mojave Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.000.000.000.008.00

Not much to say today. I ran eight miles at an 7:58 pace with an 0.5 incline. I was a little soar from yesterdays run, but not too bad. Thanks for reading and have a great day!

Spalding Mojave Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.004.000.000.000.0012.00

Morning: Today's run was tough. I ran eight miles with four of them at a 8:06 and four of them at 6:58. I had a hard time with the incline today, so i did not use it very much. The first 3.5 was at 0.5 incline and the rest was with none. I am thinking about running tonight so i do not have to run so much on Thursday. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Evening: Nice easy run of four miles, my pace was 8:04 with no incline. Thanks for reading and have a great night.


 

New Balance Miles: 12.00
Weight: 154.00
Comments
From marion on Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 09:51:19

Great run! But Barry- you've got to run TONS on Thursday to counteract the feast :D How was your trip to Texas to see your son?

From barry on Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 12:41:08

My trip to Texas was great. I would post pictures, but i do not know how to post them. Can you tell me how to do that? Are you feeling better? I hope so because thanksgiving is coming up and that is a guilt free day of eating. So you have my permission to eat all the food you want to and not feel any guilt. :)

From marion on Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 13:03:04

I am glad the trip was good :)

To add the photos I just uploaded them to photobucket.com and then copied the direct link and pasted it into the url option on the blog entry page. It was pretty easy once I got the hang of it. the url option is one of the million options at the top of where we type in our running entries. Good luck :D

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
12.000.000.000.000.000.000.0012.00

Nice easy run today. My pace was at 8:00 with no incline. I have to go for now, thanks for reading and have a great day!

New Balance Miles: 12.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From JimF on Wed, Nov 26, 2008 at 10:46:00

Nice run! You have really been knocking down the miles.

From Barry on Wed, Nov 26, 2008 at 12:35:07

Thanks Jim, How many miles a week did you have to run to get your 1:28 for the half?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
6.370.000.000.000.000.000.006.37

 

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Another day of easy running. My goal for today was 5.00 miles, but i ended up running more. My over pace was 7:50, not too bad because i was hurting from yesterdays run. 

  • 8:36
  • 8:01
  • 7:22
  • 7:30
  • 7:45
  • 7:48
  • .37 @ 7:58

Anyway not too bad of a running day for me. Now i will can eat a lot of food and not have any guilt. Thanks for reading and have a God blessed Thanksgiving day!!


New Balance Miles: 6.37
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Thu, Nov 27, 2008 at 12:25:28

Awesome run. I'm hoping I'll get my times down to like those, but man, a 7:22 seems so far away for me. Happy Thanksgiving to you, and thanks for the comment!

From wheakory on Thu, Nov 27, 2008 at 13:44:12

Barry, you should have run the Turkey Trot with a bunch of us by Highland. It was fun! There was about 20-25 of us.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
8.630.000.000.000.000.000.008.63

Good run today. My pace was 08:00.07 with an incline with a 0.5 and one mile at a 1.0. I think i am going to enjoy my day off by going to a movie and taking another nap. Anyway, have a great day.

New Balance Miles: 8.63
Weight: 154.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
5.030.000.000.000.000.000.005.03

I was only going to run 55 miles this week, but i decided to run 60.03 instead. Next week i am going to cut back a little to give my legs a chance to rest. I am thinking about only running 36 miles next week but i guess we will see. My pace was 07:57.93 with no incline. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

New Balance Miles: 5.03
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From wheakory on Sat, Nov 29, 2008 at 13:56:39

I wouldn't cut back that much since you had a week off from being in Texas. I would do at least 55 miles next week. Or you could at least do 50 miles which would be 10% less from this week.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.000.000.000.008.00

Today's run was really nice. I ran eight miles at an 8:06 pace with three of the miles at a 0.5 and the next three at a 1.0, then the last two at a 0.5 incline. I just felt really good. Anyway, after running my mom and I went to lunch and while I was eating my salad I found out the hard way that there was a piece of wood in my salad. I did not know what to do so I waited until our waitress came back and I then showed her the piece of wood. Within five minutes she came back with ten dollars in gift certificates and a free salad coupon with purchase of entrée. I thought that it was just wired thing that happened. So I took the money and finished my meal and left. Anyway thanks for reading and have a great day!!!

New Balance Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From wheakory on Sun, Nov 30, 2008 at 18:27:51

Where did you go? Nice run.

From barry on Sun, Nov 30, 2008 at 18:29:18

I went to sizzler!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
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My legs were a soar today. So i did not have any incline on the treadmill and my pace was 07:56.13. Now i have to back to work after a four day weekend and i am not looking forward to that. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

New Balance Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From marion on Mon, Dec 01, 2008 at 15:34:09

What is your next race?

From barry on Mon, Dec 01, 2008 at 17:34:54

I am thinking about running the Salt lake marathon, but i would run the half and not the full. Do you race that one?

From marion on Mon, Dec 01, 2008 at 18:02:26

I haven't, but my sister is, so I might consider it :) It would be nice to meet you!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.000.000.000.008.00

Today was a speed work out for me. My plan says to run five miles at a 7:00 pace, but i am not really ready for that work out just yet. So altered it a little to best help me and get the best workout without dieing. 

  • 8:06
  • 7:19
  • 7:19
  • 7:08
  • 7:08
  • .5 @ 7:08
  • .5 @ 6:57
  • 8:06
  • 8:00
It went something like that, but i feel good and next time i will adjust it a little more to fit the workout plan. Then i did 100 sit ups. Thanks for reading and have a great day! :)

New Balance Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From JimF on Tue, Dec 02, 2008 at 09:46:37

Strong run! Nice job picking it up as you went.

From barry on Tue, Dec 02, 2008 at 20:51:34

Thanks Jim,

Some day running is easy and other day it is not. Have a good day!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
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Today my leg was hurting so i did not have any incline on the treadmill today. I ran eight miles at 07:57.38 pace.  i did take a nap after i ran and i do feel a lot better, i am not so tired at work now! Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day! :) 

New Balance Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
10.000.000.000.000.000.000.0010.00

Today's was good. I ran ten miles at a 8:04 pace with a 0.5 incline. I was thinking about running 50 miles this week but i think i will run 55 instead. I have started a new program of getting up early and running then taking a nap before i go to work. Let me tell you that makes a world of difference for me. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

New Balance Miles: 10.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From marion on Thu, Dec 04, 2008 at 13:07:39

A nap sounds like a GREAT idea! Nice miles!

From wheakory on Thu, Dec 04, 2008 at 13:45:39

What time do you get up and run? You should ran out in the chilly weather with me. :-)

From barry on Thu, Dec 04, 2008 at 15:12:31

Marion, thanks. I sure love naps after running.

Kory, I was getting up at 5:15 now i getting up between 4:00 and 4:15. But i can now function better at work by taking a nap. :) Thanks for the offer to run with you, but i like to run on my treadmill with the warm weather inside..

From kelsey on Thu, Dec 04, 2008 at 19:29:20

good run! i am also a huge fan of napping after i run. my best friend knows not to call me on saturday's because my long runs require long naps. on the weekends i say i get to nap as long as i run :) or at least lay around that long. 20 milers are way more enjoyable when you get 3 hours to lay around after!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
13.000.000.000.000.000.000.0013.00

Morning: I ran eight miles at a 8:06 pace. I am sure am having a hard time running in the morning, but i will adjust. I also did 100 sit ups. :)

Afternoon: Ran an easy five at an 8:00 pace. I sure like running in the afternoon compared to running in the morning. But at this point i have no choice. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day! :)

New Balance Miles: 8.00Spalding Mojave Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.000.000.000.005.00

Nice easy run today. I decided that next week i am going to cut back on my mileage, so that is why i did 60 miles this week. My pace was 8:06 with no incline. I sure am having a very hard time wanting to run more than 60 miles, i am not sure why. Any suggestions? Anyway i bought new shoes the two pair i have been running in hurt my feet so i decided to go back to Saucony shoes. The shoes i bought they did not have in my size so i decided to buy a half size bigger and they are working good so far. I guess we will have to wait and see how they do later on. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From barry on Sun, Dec 07, 2008 at 18:41:13

Sasha,

I was just trying to delete some shoes off my blog and something is wrong because i could not delete them. Also, i am having a very hard time adding pictures on my blog, could you please explain to me how to add pictures? Thanks Barry

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
6.000.000.000.000.000.000.006.00

Ran six miles at a 8:05 pace with three miles at 0.5 and the other three at 1.0 incline. Anyway, have a great day and thanks for reading! Also, 100 sit ups..

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 6.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
6.000.000.000.000.000.000.006.00

Ran six miles at a 07:57.17 pace with three miles at 1.0 and the other

three at 0.5 incline. Anyway, have a great day and thanks for reading!

Also, 100 sit ups.. Sounds a like yesterday right!

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 6.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
6.000.000.000.000.000.000.006.00

Nice easy run today. I ran six miles at 7:59 pace with a 0.5 incline. Then i did my normal 100 sit-ups. Not much else to say, but have a great day!!

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 6.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
6.000.000.000.000.000.000.006.00

Ran six miles at a 7:56 pace with a 0.5 incline and 100 sit-ups. Plus, today is my wife's birthday. So anyway i am a very boring person with nothing to say in my blog, sorry. Try to have a nice day. :)

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 6.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From marion on Fri, Dec 12, 2008 at 15:03:14

Great work out! Nice sit ups! WOW! I hope you had fun for your wife's birthday!!

From barry on Fri, Dec 12, 2008 at 17:41:18

Thanks Marion, we had a great night. We went shopping and out for dinner. It was very nice night!

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4:30 A.M.: I ran six miles at a 7:40 pace. Three of them at a 7:30 pace and three at a 8:00 pace with a 0.5 incline and 75 sit-ups 

12:00 P.M.:  Ran six miles at a 8:00 pace at a 0.5 incline. Legs were a little soar, but not too bad. Next week i am planing on running 65 - 70 miles. Thanks for reading and have a great day!

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 12.00
Weight: 153.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.000.000.000.004.00

I wanted to run 40 miles this week, so i needed four mile to finish up my 40. My pace was 8:00 with an 0.5 incline. Anyway, it was a nice run. Thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Weight: 0.00
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9.000.000.000.000.000.000.009.00

Nice easy run today. I ran nine miles at an 8:00 pace at a 0.5 incline. When I first started running I was adjusting my wire for my head phones and almost fell off the treadmill that hurt a little. This week goal is 70 miles, so please pray I will survive :).  Anyway, I have something to ask. Kory and I were talking about being addicted to running or even exercising and I would like other people thoughts on it. He was telling me that when you really are addicted to running that it takes over your whole life and all you think about is running or even exercising. I agree, but I would like some more input on this. So please tell me what you think I am very interested in what you all have to say. Also, where do you draw the line on being addicted or just wanting to keep in shape for running and wanting to do good? Thanks and have a great night!!

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 9.00
Weight: 154.00
Comments
From marion on Sun, Dec 14, 2008 at 20:06:55

There may be a fine line between addiction and having a very solid habit. Often while a person is developing a habit, they may become obsessed as the habit is becoming part of your life. I suppose if a person continues down the obsessed path and does not find a nice place in there life for the habit, it can take over their life. If the basics of life are getting short changed and this runners life becomes imbalanced, you may be looking at an addiction. I know for me, as I have been becoming a runner, I have displayed obsessed traits. But, I have been working really hard to put running in it's place. For me running is an addiction of sorts, but I choose to view it as a really great habit and an awesome hobby of mine. I do have to watch myself, that my passion for running does not run over the rest of my life. You know though, I cannot miss my runs or I have major withdrawal!

From barry on Sun, Dec 14, 2008 at 20:21:18

I have to agree with you! I am having a hard time putting running in its place, but I feel that I have to go to this extreme because of my life style before I started getting more serious about running. I am the kind of person that if I don’t take it to an extreme that I have a very hard time keeping my interest in it and wanting to continue in whatever I am doing. I hope that makes sense. I am not sure if I am taking running to an extreme. Thanks for your thoughts i will have to ponder on them for a while.

From marion on Sun, Dec 14, 2008 at 20:39:28

I am just like you, with the extreems.

Just like with every other thing in my life, I have to cut out the non essentials and do what needs to be done. I've had to adjust my running so that it fits in better with my family. I don't do many races as to save money and time away from my family. I've had to get up early and get the runs in before the troops wake. Fortunately my husband and kids are VERY supportive. Running is a HUGE part of my life now, and my former self and lifestyle is no longer welcome :) I am getting a lot better at balancing it all. My friends still think I am a FREAK for running outside in the cold. I just laugh at them and have another piece of fudge in my skinny jeans ;D

From JimF on Sun, Dec 14, 2008 at 20:56:21

First off nice run. Now my two cents... I guess I would view being addicted to running like other addictions. If it starts to take over your life and pulls you away from others things that you should be focusing on like family, job, God, etc. As Marion said it is probably a fine line between being a dedicated runner and being addicted. I like to think that if you are dedicated to running then you can find a balance between running and the other things in your life. I know for me I would hope that if my schedule changed and it came down to a choice between running and the other priorities in life then I would have to cut back on the running. On the other side of the equation I also know that by running I am a more healthy person and I can be a better Dad, husband, worker because I have more energy and the discipline that we learn in running carries over to other parts of our life and makes us more effective with our time. Just my thoughts but it is a good discussion.

From Nevels on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 14:45:13

It is a fine line we tread.

I agree with both Marion and Jim, and I completely understand how you're feeling; I oftentimes find myself getting a little obsessive about my running as well. Whenever I find myself letting running take precedent over everything else, I make a point to take a day or two off to "take a step back" and reevaluate my priorities (somewhat of a departure from the usual mindset of a dedicated runner that likes to use time running as a time to think, I know, but there is an inherent conflict of interest at play). If a little added incentive is needed, I think of the benefits of rest days with regard to running (and, to extrapolate a little, I figure if I need and can use rest days in my early twenties, then they are probably a good idea for most everyone).

In any case, whether the running turns out to be a habit or an addiction, some time off here and there accomplishes several things, including recovery, time to think, time to get other things done during your extra 1, 2, 3+ hours a day, and, not trivial in the least, a great sense of relief when you start back running. Best of luck to you.

From barry on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 22:30:17

Thank you. I am still learning the fine line between addiction and having a very solid habit. I think with my foot giving me problems is a way of making me step back and relax. But, thank you for your help. It really make sense.

From Nevels on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 23:47:51

Your body has a way of making you take some recovery time even if you have other plans. Good luck, and I hope your foot gets to feeling better.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
9.000.000.000.000.000.000.009.00

Ran nine miles at a 7:56 pace with an 0.5 incline. But i think i am going to have to take a break from running. Why, you ask. Good question, well the last pair of shoes (Saucony Trigon 4) i bought started giving me a blister and i though i could run through it. I have found out the hard way, no i can not. It keeps getting worse and so i think i will talk to my wife and she what she has to say. Thanks for reading!

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 9.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
1.500.000.000.000.000.000.001.50

Well I did talk to my wife and she told me to soak it in Epson salt and white vinegar. So I did and I thought I could still run because it felt better. I was wrong way wrong. So now I am thinking about taking a couple of days off from running and see if I can run on it then. But mean while I will be soaking it and praying that God will heal it fast for me. One thing about the human body that really bugs me it when it gets hurt it takes for ever to heal. So my mileage goal this week will be (?). So thanks for reading and have a great day!

 

P.S. If anyone has a better idea what to do with an open soar on a foot, please let me know.

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 1.50
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Bonnie on Tue, Dec 16, 2008 at 11:31:56

Barry, I have used blister patches (they actually feel like skin) -- you can find them in the band-aid section of pharmacies and groceries. They will stay on for up to two days (even when running) and they have some pain relieving ointment on them as well.

Good luck! I know blisters hurt badly.

From barry on Tue, Dec 16, 2008 at 12:39:01

Thank you, i will get some and pray that they help.

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No running today :(. I pray and also please pray that i can run tomorrow! Thanks and have a great day!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From kelsey on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 14:22:50

oh man, hope the blister gets better soon!!

From barry on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 17:42:03

Thanks for your support. How is school going?

From barry on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 17:43:23

Sorry i just read your blog. I am glad you are done with school! Have a great Christmas!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
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I today was a good day for runing, thank the Lord! Ran seven miles in 7:52 with a 0.5 incline. I think i can still get 40 miles in this week so we will see. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 7.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From wheakory on Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 12:55:02

You should be able to easily just watch your blister and take care of it. Don't let it get infected.

From JimF on Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 14:17:07

Glad you are better and hope the blister problems are behind you!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
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Good run today, with some pick-ups to help me with my speed. 

  • 8.00 No incline
  • 7:13 0.5 Incline 
  • 7:13 0.5 Incline
  • 7:13 0.5 Incline
  • 7:13 0.5 Incline
  • 6:58 0.5 Incline
  • 8.00 No incline
Not a bad day of running i think. I think my blister is almost healed. Since the next two week are going to be busy i am not sure what to run for mileage. Any suggestions? Thanks for reading and have a great night!! :)

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 7.00
Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTrainer 1 MilesTrainer 2 MilesRacer MilesTotal Distance
6.500.000.000.000.000.000.006.50

I was trying to finish off the week with 40 miles. My pace was 8:00 with a 0.5 incline. I am also thinking about running 60 next week, but i am not sure because my Saucony keeps giving my left foot blisters. So anyway that is the plan, thanks for reading and have a great day!!

Saucony Trigon 4 Miles: 6.50
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Bonnie on Sat, Dec 20, 2008 at 18:15:39

Hi Barry,

It might be better for you to ramp up your mileage a little more slowly - since you have had some unfortunate incidents. The "general" rule is 10%/week - though often it does not have to be this strict if you aren't injury prone. Which would mean your build up at this stage might be 45-50 and then 50-55 and then hit 60. I am very conservative myself, and would stay at each one of those mileage ranges for a week or two before moving up.

In my experience, mileage targets are often not as healthy as thinking about how you are feeling and how much time you are your feet/week or day. But, as I said, I am pretty cautious (I don't like to miss any running because of injuries) - I would rather run lower mileage and not get hurt.

Good luck, Merry Christmas.

From barry on Sat, Dec 20, 2008 at 22:46:44

That is an awesome idea. I think i am injury prone. I really appreciate your comment and thank you very much! So i should run between 45 to 50 miles next, then see how i feel if i move up or not. Also, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you!!

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I felt really good today, my pace was 07:41.75. I think i am going to buy some different socks to see if that helps my foot from getting blisters. Anyway, i had a really good day of running. Thanks for reading and have a great day! :)

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From air darkhorse on Sun, Dec 21, 2008 at 17:20:34

Barry, You are awesome.. Thanks for those words. How is your boy in the army? Looks like your hanging in there, I get inspiration from reading your blog from time to time. NO matter how tough it gets for you, you seem to pick up and keep pushing. Hope you set some PRs for the New Year Barry. God Bless..

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I think i might have figured out why i keep getting blisters on the side of my foot. I think it is how i was tying my shoes. Today i changed how i was tying them and it seemed to help a lot. I guess time will tell. Anyway, ran eight miles at a 7:51 pace with 0.5 incline. I am having a hard time getting back and doing my sit-ups again. Maybe when the New Year starts i will start doing sit-ups again. Thanks for reading and have a great day and drive carefully for those who are getting snow!

Evening: Tonight has been a rough night for me. Anyway ran four miles at a 7:58 pace with no incline!

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I did some speed drills today. 

  • 8:00 miles with my heart rate around 154
  • 7:24 miles with my heart rate around 152
  • 7:24 miles with my heart rate around 154
  • 7:24 miles with my heart rate around 158
  • 7:19 miles with my heart rate around 160
  • 6:58 miles with my heart rate around 162
  • 8:00 miles with my heart rate around 152

I felt really good, but tired. I am planing on running 4 tonight . Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day! :)

Evening: Ran four miles at a 7:58 pace with 0.5 incline. My legs started to feel like jello when i was done running!

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From JimF on Tue, Dec 23, 2008 at 15:18:26

Very nice run! Good job picking up the pace as you went. Didn't seem to push the HR up much even running 6:58.

From barry on Tue, Dec 23, 2008 at 20:58:21

Thanks, sorry to hear about your fall. How are you feeling now, soar?

From JimF on Wed, Dec 24, 2008 at 13:47:33

Thanks! Feeling better but will take off the next couple of days to just make sure everything is ok.

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Today run was good, but my legs felt like rubber. I ran seven miles at a 7:561 pace with a 0.5 incline. I also want to wish everyone a

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

But most of all please remember the reason for the season. JESUS!! He is the one who God sent to the earth to be the sacrifice for our sins. So we can have reconciliation with God. It is through his Blood and dieing on the Cross for our salvation. After accepting God and asking God forgiveness and by his Grace we are saved, we will spend Eternity in Heaven with him. For those of you who do not know Jesus here is a prayer you can say and mean it then you will be saved!

“Lord Jesus, I confess all my sins to You, and ask that you forgive me. I believe that You died for my sins, and I want to turn from them now. I ask that You to come into my heart, and be my Lord and Savior. I give You my life, from this point on. In Jesus name Amen.”

 

Thank You and God Bless,

Barry

 

 

 

 

 

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From JimF on Wed, Dec 24, 2008 at 13:49:32

Merry Christmas to you as well! Hope you have a great time with your friends and family.

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The weather was way too bad for me to run outside.

Merry Christmas!!

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Wow, did my legs feel good today. I ran seven miles at a 7:50 pace with a 0.5 incline. I hope everyone out there had a GREAT Christmas! Now there is less than  a week left before we are in the new year. I really have to say WOW, this year went by really fast. Anyway thanks for reading have a great Day!!

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From Marion on Fri, Dec 26, 2008 at 14:19:00

Merry Christmas Barry! It sounds like you had a great Christmas!

Awesome run!!

From JimF on Fri, Dec 26, 2008 at 15:06:42

It is great to have one of those special days running when everything feels great. Nice run.

From barry on Fri, Dec 26, 2008 at 17:28:49

Thanks Marion, i hope you had a good Christmas also. Great run today. Don't you just love the Treadmill or dead mill?

From barry on Fri, Dec 26, 2008 at 17:31:59

I love those days when everything works out great. I am glad to hear about getting a garmin. But don't forget to check to see if it needs software updates. When i update my Garmin it works great.

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Nice easy run today. I ran five miles around 7:56 per mile with a 0.5 incline. When I was done running I went looking at the Subaru Outback. Really nice car, but they sure want a lot of money for them. Anyway, not much else to say but have a great night!

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Will write more later.

Later: I ran the eight miles in 7:23 with a 0.5 incline. I was in a hurry, because church was let out late. But it was worth the extra time in church because I really learned a lot.  Also, I am trying to figure out what to do for New Years, any suggestions? Not much else to say, but have a great day!

 

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Will write more later.

Later: Today my legs were a little soar, but not too bad. I ran eight miles in 7:53 with 0.5 incline. I have been wondering something and I could use some help. I am have a hard time knowing what to do to build my core training. I am trying to get my mileage in, but I am not sure how to build my core. I really could use some suggestions if anyone has any. I been doing set-ups, but I think there is more to do for running. My goal for the half marathon is 1:20 and I know I can not do that alone with just running. So any suggestions would be great. Anyway, thanks and have a great day!

 

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From JimF on Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 13:42:41

I have just started working more on my core exercises so I am no expert but here are two websites that I found with some exercises I have started using. Let me know what you think.

http://www.runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=15259

http://www.pfitzinger.com/cc.shtml

From barry on Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 15:17:36

Thanks Jim, i will look these over and get back with you.

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Morning: Not much to say, but i ran eight miles at an 7:49 pace with a 0.5 incline. Thanks for reading and have a great day!

Evening:  I was feeling good tonight so i decided to run eight miles. I ran eight miles at an 7:56 pace with a 0.5 incling.  Thanks for reading and have a great night!

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Boy, was my legs soar today! I ran six miles at a 7:58 pace with an 0.5 incline. I am going to try to run this afternoon, but i am not sure how that will go. Anyway try to have a Great New Years Eve day. 

Afternoon: Nice easy run of four miles at a 8:36 pace with no incline. I felt a lot better running slower.

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From Bonnie on Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 11:41:32

Hi Barry,

Nice run yesterday! When doing doubles you need to be careful. Most elite runners will run their second (or first) run very slowly and lower mileage than their other run (e.g., usual at the beginning is 4 + 6/8/10), especially when you are first starting out with them. Try varying your pace a little, run most of your runs a little slower and you will soon see your faster runs get even faster. I am not that fast, but I have not missed a run because of injury in over 4 years (and I believe the ability to be consistent is the most important part of improving). Running, at least for me, is something I want to be able to do forever, so it is ok to make slower improvements (life is a marathon not a sprint). Didn't you have a coach for a while?

From Barry on Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 23:58:44

Thank you very much. I did have a trainer, but we never started the training of two a day running. But what you said was really good, so thank you very much!

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