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Carlsbad 1/2 Marathon

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Location:

Idaho Falls,ID,USA

Member Since:

Dec 27, 2010

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Marathon Finish

Running Accomplishments:

2003- Pocatello Half Marathon 2:20:45

2007- Dam Marathon -Half 2:39:11

2008- Salt Lake City Marathon 4:57

2009- Dam Marathon- Half 2:10:55

2010- Pocatello Half Marathon 2:18:20

2010- Just Cuz Half Marathon 2:06:36

2010- Las Vegas Rock N Roll Half Marathon 2:00:27

Short-Term Running Goals:

January 23, 2011:  Carlsbad, CA  Half Marathon

May 1, 2011:  Avenue of the Giants  Full Marathon!!

Personal:

Married for 13 years with 4 beautiful children (12, 9, 6, 5)

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Well, today's run went pretty well considering I was jolted out of bed at 4:15 a.m. by a phone call because I was suppose to be to work at 4 a.m.!  Oops!  I did a 5 mile Fartlek run after work on the treadmill.  I tried to up my speeds and vary them with different distances.  I even ran the last 1/2 mile at 8 mph.  Seriously people- that's like sprinting for me!  But I felt good- really good.  I love the new year and the feeling of starting anew.  I know I have been running for a while, but I just feel even more motivated now!  It's great! 

Comments
From Alana on Tue, Jan 04, 2011 at 08:59:17 from 69.20.188.20

Awesome! 8mph is fast!

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Today was just a recovery run for me.  My problem- trying to run at a slower pace.  I know I'm suppose to be running at 60-120 seconds slower than marathon pace but I have a hard time doing that.  Does that mean I am underestimating my marathon pace or that I am going to injure myself running too fast too much?  It's really hard to determine because it has been 3 years since I have run a full marathon and I am in much better running shape this time.  I felt good this morning.  I have decided that I have to run first thing in the morning when I can.  It requires a little sacrifice of sleep and not seeing my kiddos first thing in the morning, but hopefully I will get more time with them at night and I won't be so grumpy that I have to run at night!  I did have some stomach issues again today but I didn't even eat before.  Frustrating!  I'll keep working on that!  Tomorrow- 8 miles!  It's going to be an early one!

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Woke up about 2:30 this morning to a poor sick little girl in my bed.  Had to get up and clean up the mess so I figured I might as well just go run at the gym since I was awake.  8 miles today.  First mile at 6.4 then bumped it up to 6.7 for 2 miles.  Back down to 6.4 for 2 miles then another 2 at 6.7.  Last mile 6.4 then a cool down and stretching.  I also bumped up the incline to 1% for the last half.  My hamstrings really felt that one!  I felt really good except for some stomach issues half way through.  But I wasn't really tired.  I am, however, totally exhausted now and I have to go work for 7 hours.  Uuugh.  Hopefully I can get someone to come cover for part of my shift!  Feeling pretty good about the run though.  Feeling strong today.

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From Marlin on Wed, Jan 05, 2011 at 10:45:53 from 174.253.184.37

Great run this morning, you looked strong at the end and even a 1% incline, nice work.

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Didn't get to run this morning because I got called into work early.  This weird pain on top of my knee cap started last night and it didn't go away.  It's one that I have never had before.  I decided I would try to run at least 3 miles after work and see how I did.  After about a mile it felt ok.  I got to 3 miles and decided I would go 4.  Once I got to 4 I decided I might as well just do the 5 miles I was suppose to do.  Some weird little pains besides the knee but I guess that's all part of the process.  Very seriously considering scheduling a massage to see if some of these pains will go away.  Maybe IT band?  Only 2 weeks and 3 days till the Carlsbad Half Marathon!  I can't wait for warm weather!

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Didn't run yesterday because of a little runner's knee.  Went and got a massage and she worked my IT Bands pretty much the entire time.  Ouch!  But it certainly helped!  Felt much better this morning.  Ran with my friend today (one of the ladies going to Carlsbad in a couple weeks with me.)  She is just getting back into running after some foot surgeries and some other major surgeries!  She is doing great.  She isn't as fast as me at this point but it was nice to not worry about time and just run with her.  I'm not use to running with someone else!  So we ran the first 10 miles and change together.  That was 2 miles further than she has gone in her training!  Plus she was having some hip issues so she did great.  I felt pretty good besides a little inner thigh pain but not too bad.  I think it was just because I was running longer than I am use to because it was a slower pace.  When we got to our cars I went another loop around the greenbelt so I could get in 13 miles.  Did that 2.7 miles in about 20 minutes.  Not too bad.  I'm glad my knee didn't give me trouble today.  I've been stressing about that!  Pretty good run!

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Down in Bountiful this morning for a funeral.  Had to run outside but it wasn't too bad considering it's about 5 times as warm down there.  It was snowing the whole time but no big deal.  Only problem was that for the first 2.3 miles I had my rubber spike things in backwards so they kept coming off.  It was very irritating.  Then I was more irritated at myself for being so dumb.  Once I got them fixed they didn't give me problems.  I was suppose to do a fartlek run but didn't really get to do it- at least not consciously.  I figured with a combination of the snow, ice and hills, it was kind of a forced interval run!  I felt pretty good though.  It reminded me of how much I love running outside!  Also reminded me that in a week and a half I will be running in southern California!!  I can't wait for warm!!

 

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Today was an EARLY 8 mile fartlek run.  Had to get up at 4 a.m. to get my run in and be ready for work in time!  Felt good running.  All the not great food choices I made this weekend caught up with me a little in the middle of the run but not too bad!  Saw all the regular runners there!  It's always fun to see others there in the morning and talking to them about there goals and accomplishments!  Varied my speeds between 6.3-6.5 for recovery and 6.8-7.1 for intervals.

Comments
From jtshad on Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 11:29:43 from 204.134.132.225

Good run, looking ready for Carlsbad (and ready for warmth!!).

From Mauri on Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 19:33:18 from 174.27.93.181

I loved seeing you there. Isn't it great seeing everyone there bright and early in the morning! Looked like you were having a good run.

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Just a six mile recovery run today.  Kept it around 6.5-6.7 mph on the TM.  Felt pretty good but my legs are starting to feel all these miles!  Just little tweeks here and there.  I got a foam roller so I hope that can help work out some of the knots! 

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Did a 6 mile hill run today.  Ok it was on the treadmill so it wasn't real hills but it was still pretty challenging.  Challenging because I usually run with no incline or very sall.  The good thing about a treadmill is that you can keep your speed constant.  I stayed at 6.3 through the whole workout.  Went from 0% incline to 4.5%.  Flt good the whole run.  I sure did sweat a lot!  In one week I'm headig to Sunny Southern California for a half in Carlsbad!  I can't wait to see the sun!  Woo hoo!

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5 mile recovery run today.  It sure is hard for me to go as slow as I should.  But I felt pretty good.  Couldn't believe tha all but one treadmil was taken!  I liked the treadmill I was on but it sure was hot without a fan!  In one week I will be in Sunny Southern California!  I can't wait for the Carlsbad Half!  Woo hoo!!!!

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Long Progression Run today.  13 miles!  I started at 6.2 and bumped it up .1 mph every 2 miles.  By the end I was running 6.8 mph.  I finished in 2:00:33.  Not bad for a training run!  Hoping to get under 2 hours next week at the Carlsbad half.  I'm thiking I might be able to do that!  I'll be at sea level so that should help.  My hamstrings ar a little fatigued right now and my shoulders are tight because I'm still working on relaxing my arms like I should.  But other than that I feel great!

Comments
From Marlin on Sat, Jan 15, 2011 at 14:37:44 from 174.27.98.95

Nice run this morning, i think you have a real good shoot under 2 hrs.

From Mauri on Sat, Jan 15, 2011 at 18:25:13 from 174.27.98.95

Good run this morning! You looked great this morning!

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6 mile Tempo Run. 

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9 miles with 2X3 mile MP intervals.  Started at 6.3 then bumped up to 6.6 for the first 2 mile interval, the 2nd one was at 6.7, then the last one was 6.9.  Felt great this morning.  Excited to leave tomorrow for Southern California in preparation for the Carlsbad Half Marathon.  It should be fun!  Very excited for the warm weather! 

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From Mauri on Wed, Jan 19, 2011 at 20:14:24 from 174.27.121.29

You looked great this morning! I'm so excited for you. Have a safe trip and have fun!

From jtshad on Thu, Jan 20, 2011 at 10:30:32 from 204.134.132.225

Have a fun and safe trip and rock the half!

From Curt on Sat, Jan 22, 2011 at 11:26:29 from 209.33.193.104

Good luck in your race this weekend and have a great trip.

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Just a nice slow run in beautiful Oceanside, CA.  Getting the kinks out of my legs from the 15 hour drive!  Loving the sun!

Race: Carlsbad 1/2 Marathon (13.1 Miles) 01:54:03
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This was an amazing race!  My goal was to get under 2 hours.  Started with the 2:00 pace group just to make sure I was close.  Started pulling away from them about mile 4.  There were a few hills but I kicked butt on those because I am at sea level.  I was passing people like crazy!  I kept waiting to feel like I was going to crash because I was maintaing a much faster pace than normal (about 8:35-8:50) but I felt great the entire race.  My overall pace was 8:42 min/mile.  I'm pretty sure my last half was faster than the first but I'm not positive about that.  It was a great race with beautiful scenery, great support, and awesome energy!  I loved it!  1:54:03 is a 6 minute pr for me!

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From Kelli on Sun, Jan 23, 2011 at 21:00:27 from 71.219.84.215

Congratulations on a great race and a big PR!! How awesome to run such an amazing race and feel so good---gotta love that feeling! Soak it up and enjoy!

From Walter on Sun, Jan 23, 2011 at 21:39:11 from 24.10.169.110

That was my very first Marathon ive ever run and I still love it! Running along the coast and despite the few rollers in it, it was a fun winter race. Good job to ya!

From Scott Ensign on Sun, Jan 23, 2011 at 23:21:37 from 65.100.210.17

nice job, and a great time! I am thinking of doing the marathon next year. It looks fun but those hills do look scary.

From jtshad on Mon, Jan 24, 2011 at 09:57:06 from 204.134.132.225

Awesome race, great job on getting that sub-2 and new PR! I am very proud of you and all the hard work you have put into your training. I can't wait to talk to you in person about the race!

From Marlin on Mon, Jan 24, 2011 at 15:04:44 from 174.253.182.170

Great race, and a nice PR sound like you had a great time and you will have to fill Mauri and I in on all the fun you had.

From Mauri on Mon, Jan 24, 2011 at 19:39:05 from 75.174.15.233

Very exciting!!! You did an amazing job! Very proud. See you back home. : )

From Curt on Tue, Jan 25, 2011 at 08:37:20 from 69.20.188.20

That's awesome! Congrats on such a great performance.

From Alana on Tue, Jan 25, 2011 at 21:43:04 from 69.20.188.20

Awesome! That is VERY cool. All your hard work paid off!

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Long progression run on the treadmill.  I'm getting really sick of the cold because those long runs are getting harder on the TM.  The back of my right knee started to ache about mile 5 or so.  Then the ache moved to my right knee also by the end of the run.  I finished but in a little bit of pain.  Stretched in hopes to make it feel better.

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Interval run today.  Ran 200 meter intervals at 7.5 with 400 meter rest in between.  Sure does make for a fast 7 miles when I do that!  My knees did hurt either!  That was nice.

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From jtshad on Thu, Feb 10, 2011 at 17:37:49 from 204.134.132.225

Hey, why aren't you blogging?

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OK- so I'm finally back to blogging.  It's been a while!  My run was good today.  It was just a take it easy sort of run.  I've been having some issues with my knees and I'm trying to nurse them back.  Could be from the old shoes I was in but I bought some new ones on Monday and I think it's helping.  I'm not sure what the pain behind my knee is all about.  Maybe a really tight muscle or tendon.  Who knows!  Trying to concentrate more on stretching after I run.  Tomorrow I am going to attempt 18 miles wth my friend who is going to run the SLC Marthon also.  Found out that the Avenue of the Giants on May 1st is a no go since my sister got sick and I don't want to go to California alone!  Had to bump my training up two weeks so I'm hoping I don't push it too hard!  I guess as long as I listen to my body and actually do what it tells me to, I should be good!  That's the tricky part! 

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Went out for a chilly 18 mile run this morning with my friend Katie who is also going to run the SLC marathon.  Started out pretty good at about a 9.5-10 min mile pace.  Pretty much kept that pace the whole time except for a few stops to stretch and potty break.  About the last 2 miles my right knee was really bothering me.  It almost gave out a couple of times.  Stopped and stretched a couple times and that seemed to help.  Still achy though.  All in all I felt great the whole run.  It was a big mental milestone for me.  It's the furthest I have run in 3 years!  Now I am sooo tired.  Need to take a nap!

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From jtshad on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 18:24:07 from 69.20.183.178

Great job on a cold run! I too was very tired after the run and took a bit of a nap while Kami was watching a movie...what a role reversal!

From Marlin on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 18:26:33 from 174.27.114.240

Nice run this morning, what time did you set out for your run?

From bawdenmom on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 20:41:56 from 216.201.66.234

Thanks Jeff and Marlin. Luckily I got a little nap! I started at 6 am this morning. It took just under 3 hours. Better than I thought, especially with my stupid knee giving me fits.

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7 miles today - still trying to let my knees recover.  I'm a little nervous to go out too much but not willing to not run!  I felt pretty good the whole run though.  Just a little pain but nothing like Saturday.  Hopefully it just keeps getting better and better.  I haven't been pushing the intervals yet, just to try and recover. Most of the run was at 6.3 but bumped it up to 6.4 then 6.5 for the last couple of miles.

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Seven mile recovery run.  Just trying to get my knees back to where they should be.  Feeling much better this week!  Very happy about that.

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Beautiful outside run this morning.  3X2 mile intervals at marathon pace.  It's much harder to keep a steady pace outside than it is on a treadmill!  It was still nice being out there again.  My knee didn't really hurt too much.  That was nice!  Can't wait for spring to really come.

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Just 4 on the treadmill today.  I was suppose to run 8 but just ran out of time.  Have my long run tomorrow.

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Long run today since we are heading to Boise tomorrow.  13 miles toward Shelley and then back to Apple.  The girl I was running with had some issues with her leg so we stopped a few times to stretch.  Good news is, I didn't have issues with my knee this time.  Yay!

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We were in Boise this weekend so I had the "privilege" of running some hills.  I pretty much ran 4 miles up and 4 miles down.  The uphill was slow going but challenging and scenic!  the downhill was very fast until my knee decided that it didn't like that anymore.  I should have known, of course.  Now I'm kicking myself (if I could!).

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Headed out to do 8 miles this morning.  I was a little worried about the roads being too slippery but they weren't too bad.  Had a pretty good pace going for about 3 1/2 miles and then my knee decided it had had enough.  I kept on going and then decided to call my husband to come get me.  Poor guy.  Only got in about 5 miles.  Poor me.  I hate starting out the day like that!  Oh well, I've got to try to get this knee better before Saturday- I have 18 miles to run!!

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From ahorton on Tue, Mar 15, 2011 at 22:35:02 from 74.82.148.53

Hope your knee gets better. Mine is the shins. There is a group of us from the gym that run every sat long runs, come join anytime. We are going 12 this week end then we are 18. We are all training for Ogden full. Good luck

From jtshad on Mon, Apr 11, 2011 at 11:34:45 from 204.134.132.225

Hey, where are you? Haven't seen you lately, are you still running SLC?

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