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Spanish Fork,UT,USA

Member Since:

May 24, 2011

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Other

Running Accomplishments:

In May 2010 I was large and started running. Now I'm much smaller :), -63 lbs.

PR's:

1/2 Marathon - 1:13:25

Marathon - 2:32:40

Short-Term Running Goals:

Merge road and trail running and adventure run bonkers.

Long-Term Running Goals:

Sub 2:30 marathon. Run my best at distances from half marathon to 100 miles.

Personal:

Happily married with 4 great kids. Running is but one of the amazing vehicles for connecting with others and celebrating life. Gratitude!

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Fri, Dec 28, 2012

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
7.50	3.00	2.00	0.00	12.50

Too much snow and ice out today so I slept in and went to Golds for a progressive tempo. 5 mile warmup 7:30 - 6:30. Then the work miles were 6:16, 6:00, 5:53, 5:46, 5:39, 5:22. I felt really strong throughout today and in control and thought about pushing one more mile but decided to leave with some more in the tank. Cooled down 1.5 miles at 6:35 (funny how easy that feels after some fast miles). Saw Lily there throwing down some miles as usual. Happy Friday!

I would like to run some shorter distance races (5k and 10k) just to see how it would come out. I would love to get my PR's down and think that I am in shape to do so. So inexperienced at them, I need some practice :).

New Balance MR00 Miles: 12.50

Comments

From Rachelle on Fri, Dec 28, 2012 at 09:56:19 from 159.212.71.77

Awesome workout Brandon! I think it is a great idea to run and actually train for some shorter races. they can be intimidating but they are ultimetely (in my opinion) the best way to improve marathon time.

From Bam on Fri, Dec 28, 2012 at 09:57:46 from 89.126.28.24

Topnotch workout, Brandon. Great that you had a few gallons left in the tank. The fitness is progressing nicely.

I think your idea of getting in some 5k and 10k races now, is on the button. Your PR's are there for the taking. Also, the speed gained from the 5k's and 10k's will help you cope with your mp.

That 10k pr knows that it's gonna take a hammering...

From mikeâ‡’nelson on Fri, Dec 28, 2012 at 12:16:54 from 98.202.247.25

Great work Brandon. You're in shape to take those PRs down anytime...Find a good 10K and they'll both go down in 1 race!

From Matt Poulsen on Fri, Dec 28, 2012 at 19:54:59 from 98.202.242.213

Great workout Brandon! Smart move leaving some left in the tank. There is no question you are ready to destroy your PR's! And I totally agree with Mike's comment (and the others).

From Lily on Mon, Dec 31, 2012 at 13:56:30 from 67.199.178.95

Throwing down ha ha!

I've gotta start registering for some shorter races too. They help you catch speed like nothing else does.

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