This morning my wife made her famous sausage and biscuits. That was the last meal before the start of my New Year's diet.
Weight: 0.00
Fri, Jan 02, 2009
Total Distance
2.96
I'm back.
Time: 23:30 (avg. pace 7:56)
Splits: 7:45, 8:09, 7:37 (7:55)
Finish time: 10:30pm
Temp: 52
I felt oh so much better than I did two nights ago. My legs felt fresh for the first mile and a half. The only thing that was lacking was my wind. But when that comes back, I should be running better than ever seeings how this is tied for my second fastest pace on this loop.
Weight: 218.00
Sat, Jan 03, 2009
Total Distance
5.90
AM running
Distance: 2.94
Time: 24:54 (avg. pace 8:29)
Splits: 8:12, 8:44, 7:59 (8:32)
Finish time: 9:30am
Time since last run: 11 hours
Temp: 48
I'm not sure why it was four degrees cooler at 9:30 in the morning than it was at 10:30 last night, but it was definitely noticeable. I'm trying to simulate a Ragnar race by running on a Friday night, Sat. morning, and Sat. evening. We'll see how it goes this week with just running 3 miles each time. Next weekend I'll increase the mileage.
The first 2.2 miles felt great. The I turned the corner and started running into the wind; not so great. All in all, I felt pretty good and relaxed. It was nice to add an extra 2 and a half miles on than what I normally run lately.
I'm doing the same thing I did last week, simulating a Ragnar relay, by running this evening, tomorrow morning, and tomorrow evening.
Weight: 212.00
Sat, Jan 10, 2009
Total Distance
3.20
One mile warm up with my daughter Mary. She wants to do the two-mile race for London's Run at the end of the month. I set the Garmin to alert me at half mile intervals, but I must've hit the wrong button when we began because it didn't start. So I ran to where I believed was a half mile away and then started the Garmin. We ran for a quarter mile and she got a side ache and had to start walking. We walked for a bit and then she started going again. As soon as Garmin alerted me that we had gone half a mile, she stopped. But we were only about 100 feet from our house. The last half mile including the walking took us exactly 6 minutes. Then I went and ran a mile alone next to the Queen Creek Wash, turned around and came back. When I got home my 5 year old was waiting to go running. I told her we could go to the end of the street and come back. That ended up being two tenths of a mile; perfect for her. Below are the stats for my two mile run:
Great run! The cookies that make it until Monday will be in the mail to you!! :) Did I mention I have six kids? You may have to settle for the recipe :)
That's so cute that your kids want to run with you! Gives you a perfect excuse to slow down :)
Mon, Jan 12, 2009
Total Distance
3.81
0.81 mile warm-up with Mary. 11:12 avg. pace. I'm hoping she can maintain an 11 min. pace for her race. Last year she did 13:20. Below are my splits for the three miles I did alone.
Nice pace Burt! Are you pooped:) Nice weight loss also. You guys suck! You can drop weight like it's nothing but for us ladies it takes a miracle! Way to go.
That means you were only 3 years old when you married that old high priest husband of yours.
Tue, Jan 13, 2009
Total Distance
2.95
I ran with Ginger this morning. Since we started out so fast, I didn't have the energy to finish strong. There would be no negative splits today. I was pleasantly surprised when I let her go at the corner with about a tenth to go and she didn't run off. I might someday go without a leash if it weren't for the fear of her running out in front of a car.
Your blog name is perfect! Maybe in Spanish is funnier... "Andate grasa de pollo, vete bien lejos"... but it's pretty long too... :)
Nice runnin' my friend!
Thu, Jan 15, 2009
Total Distance
1.86
I did a 0.81 mile warmup with Mary. She took it nice and slow until the kick at the end. She's got a pretty good kick. I was having to push it to keep up with her.
Then I decided to run a mile as fast as I could based off a conversation I had with Sasha on his blog yesterday. I ran it in 7:05. I was hoping I would be at least in the sixes. Oh well. I just haven't trained to maintain that level of speed for so long. I started out at a strong gait, but it didn't last long. Some people tell me that I need to do speed work in order to take it to the next level. Sasha says to work on your base miles. I've been averaging less than 20 miles a week, so I can't testify either way.
So Burt, if you want to run a marathon in good time, I agree with Sasha. Build up some good daily mileage and then add some speed. If you try to do both, you'll end up hurt. If your are going for shorter distance then of coarse you can add speed in.
I think people are going to tell you all sorts of things... books are going to tell you to train differently, and olympic athletes use different training methods too - you have to try and see what works for you...
Last year I was doing a lot of miles and I got injured - you could say I went too much too soon, but I don't think so, I think my body does better with less miles but more quality miles (intervals and speedwork) and more cross-training. What-evah, I'm no expert... Peace out!
Sat, Jan 17, 2009
Total Distance
6.42
These pictures are from last Saturday when I took my daughter running. I'm shaving the beard off today. Although it makes me look rather distinguished and quite handsome, it's pokey.
This morning I went running with three other Ragnar teammates of mine, two of which are fellow bloggers - James W and Camille. It was a nice run. We started out real easy for the first 4 miles, then we picked it up. I ran with James most of the time. This was the first time I met James. I've talked to him before on the blog, and I have a picture of us standing next to each other at a race from before I knew him, but it was nice to finally "really" meet him. He's a cool guy and has a lot of knowledge about running. Camille and Jared were right behind us most of the way. They would catch up to us at the stop lights. Then with about a mile and a half to go, we picked it up pretty good. With half a mile to go James was about 10 feet ahead of me. That's out of my audio range. He said something that I imagine was, "Is it okay if I leave you in the dust now?" I yelled, "Yeah!" He finished pretty strong. I didn't finish as strong as I would've liked. I tend to do that when I run with other people. Below are my splits.
There was some running. I made the entire blog entry and right before pushing Publish, I thought, "Should I copy to clipboard just in case?" Then I thought I would take my chances. All gone. So I've been saving as I go. You were just too fast on giving me a comment to see my running entry. :) Thanks.
From kungfublonde on Sat, Jan 17, 2009 at 13:59:05
I love the pictures. And I love the beard- let it grow! Manly men are the best!
From kungfublonde on Sat, Jan 17, 2009 at 14:02:23
Great Pictures! I don't think I'll recognize you Monday without the beard. LOL.
Thanks for the run today. It was awesome. I'm going to have to map out the distance Jared and I ran and compare it to what my nikeplus says. We didn't follow you along Elliot the whole way because we wanted to get off the pavement. I had fun "racing" Jared at the end. I'd like to think I won... but I think he probably could have left me when you and James did earlier on.
Rachel - Those guys are pretty funny, even if they do make fun of God's messengers with a blasphemous skit of the Bible in 1 minute.
Camille - You ran so well. I'm really impressed. Keep that up at Ragnar, and you will do great. Jared should be fine to do that 9.5 mile leg. What's three more miles? He did great.
Nice pics. I cannot grow a beard. Once I had entered contest for the month of Mar. March mustache madness. I had to draw one on in marker at the end. It was humiliating.
Cute kid. Looks like you guys have fun together.
Nice negative splits. I'm trying to get positive splits more popular, because that's what I'm currently capable of.
Burt - Thanks :o) That really does make me feel good to hear that you think I'm improving! Bethany and I talked on the phone yesterday and she and I are planning to run Usery's Pass on the first weekend of February. Let me know if you are game.
You know I did. I was watching the movie Prefontaine while I was pedaling. It was quite inspirational.
Tue, Jan 20, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Time: 23:16 (avg. pace 7:45)
Splits: 7:43, 7:53, 7:40
At this pace, I would finish a 5k in 24:03. My goal for Saturday's 5k (Run for Nie - see Discussion Forum) is to break 24. I feel confident that I can. But I've been doing some thinking. Last week I ran a mile in 7:05. Shouldn't it stand to reason that I could do 3.1 miles 20 seconds slower? If I could average 7:25 per mile, I could run the 5k in 23 minutes. Who knows what could happen in a race? Generally though I start out too fast and wear myself out. Then I get complacent with letting people pass me. Once the first person passes me I think, "Well I'll just run right behind them for a bit." Before long someone else passes me, and I think the same thing. Finally I've fallen so far behind that I don't even have the will power at the end to try and catch anyone. So Saturday I resolve to just run at the pace I'm comfortable with during my training. I resolve to have the energy at the end of the race to have a kick left. Most importantly, I resolve to have fun as always.
Burt, start at a pace say 7:40, then do the last 1.1 miles at 7:20-7:30 pace. That should give you the time you want plus the energy to do the strong finish.
Bec - I have never met Smooth. I've just interacted with her on the blog. But everyone seems to love her. I look forward reading your blogs in the future.
Eric - they cancelled the 5k this weekend. Bummer. Maybe I'll just go out and run 3.1 miles on my own.
Eric - I'm already out $25 for this race. I'm not complaining though, because it went to a good cause. I'll just wait 'til next week when I have the 10k. They're definetely not going to cancel that one.
LOL! Benefit of the doubt: When I see that someone has entered a lengthy entry and then they have a ton of comments, I don't even bothering commenting because I'm afraid I'll repeat something someone else said, and I don't want to read through all the comments. I'm sure I'm not the only one...
What'd you say? Is this thread about someone loosing marbles? OK, I'm just gonna comment on those awesome sub-8 splits of yours. I'm drooling over that. I can only dream of running that kinda 5K splits. Have a great weekend.
Rachel---we are both guilty!!! I am even guilty of not getting an entire post (check Camille's from Tuesday, I neglected to notice she was laid off and told her "GREAT JOB!") Sometimes us mom's are just in a hurry, but we are nice enough to take time out to comment anyway!!!
I am losing my marbles and listening to the voices in my head.
From kungfublonde on Fri, Jan 23, 2009 at 12:22:57
Those kinds of hot topics are my specialty!
And I think Burt likes it when we ramble nonsensically on his blog. It makes him feel EXTRA smart! I have a knack for making people feel smarter around me, that's the *real* reason I have so many friends...
Son of a gun, you guys! You got me on the Hot Discussion Board. Now I have to worry about everyone reading my nonsensical blog for the next week or so. Maybe I can ramp up the comments on someone else's blog so I get moved down. Geez. Go away for a couple of hours and look what happens!
Oh, and did I also tell you that we have switched our legs for Del Sol since you updated me on the difficulty levels. I wanted to keep 12, but a better runner bumped me off! So, now I will be runner number 7.
LOL!!! Kelli, what'd you say? Switching legs? You better keep yours, Burt's legs might be too hairy. I've never seen them, but I think they (Burt's legs) are not very womanly.
Yes, Burt, you did!! But, I now have to go do my hair for my date (and defrost my hands from being in the basement for too long), so you can go jack up everyone elses discussions and get yourself off of the hot list! I will be gone from the blog until tomorrow!!
Hairy is sexy, by the way. Or didn't you know that? Poor Bec is new to the blog, and now she's getting all these comments sent to her inbox. Sorry, Bec!!
I didn't run Saturday like I should have. I was feeling better, but my wife was in Mexico, and I used that as an excuse not to go out. But I did a trial run this morning. I'll blog about it in a bit.
From ChrisM on Sun, Jul 26, 2009 at 14:48:31 from 86.139.250.95
LOL!
I'm pretty sure you'll find as you run more that your calfs reduce in size. I found it moves upwards to your thighs...
Did you use to do a lot of sprinting as sprinters have large calfs?
From Burt on Sun, Jul 26, 2009 at 19:44:56 from 98.167.151.26
Chris - Almost all my brothers and sisters have huge calves. Not sure which side of the family they come from, but they are definitely genetic. Of course mine are the biggest and most defined. LOL! As far as sprinting, not too much, but I used to jump a lot. I'm probably one of the few 6' 1" white guys that could dunk. (Why does it have to be about color?)
Mon, Jan 26, 2009
Total Distance
6.20
So much to say today. Where to start? Well, I wasn't feeling great last week, but I should've run Saturday. I used the excuse that my wife was in Mexico with my sister. I wanted to do either a fast 3.1 miles or a trial run of 6.2 miles for this Saturday's 10k. So I decided to do the trial run today. I want to run a sub 50 Saturday. I set my Garmin to alert me at each kilometer and at 5 minute intervals. For the first three or four kilometers I was under the pace I needed to be at. Then it started to creep a little over. I could feel that I had slowed down a little, but not too bad. Over all I felt pretty steady. I finished in 50:22. Am I confident that I will be able to break 50 Saturday? One thing worries me. Today's run was mostly on sidewalk. I run a lot faster on sidewalk than anything else. London's Run will be mostly on dirt farm roads. I'll just have to push myslef a little harder. I need to go about 4 seconds faster per mile to break the 50 barrier.
Side note: Have you ever watched the hit situational comedy The Office? There was one episode where they had an office 5k. Andrew Bernard had problems with nipple bleeding. That is totally me. Now what is the measure of a true friend? Someone who is not a true friend would just say, "that's gross, dude. I'm glad that doesn't happen to me." A true friend will tell you, "Hey, you know what? If you wear Body Armor, that won't happen." Luckily I have a true friend that turned me on to Body Armor. I bear my testimony that it works. But today I had a bit of a problem with it. I guess I didn't tuck it into my shorts good enough this morning. For the first bit, it kept riding up on me. I also think it has to do with my shrinking gut. It used to just grab on to my underbelly and stay. Now (look at the weight loss since Jan. 1st) there's less to grab on to. I finally got it tucked in good enough to stay.
AWESOME trial run and great splits. A friend ran London's Run last year. It sounds like a run with great cause. I'm so excited for you.
Here's a little pep talk for race day. Stay focus, run the tangents, I heard there's a few turns in them cow pastures. Don't go out too fast, save that adrenaline for the second 5K. Pick out road kills to pass and keep reeling them in. You can go sub-50!!!
Have you tried Body Glide for chaffing? It works. GOOD LUCK! Here's to a sub-50 London's Run!!!
That is the FUNNIEST episode EVER!!! THe St George running store had nipple cover sticky things. My husband picked them up and said they would be great for the guy in that episode of the Office ;) I use the body glide for chafing on my arm. It works great!
Smooth - it's a great race, you're right. I ran the half marathon last year. The problem is, right before the race, London's mother gets on the microphone and tells the sad story of her daughter. I'm like, "Don't get me emotional before the race." I do use Body Glide, also. Mostly I put it under my arms where my Body Armor shirt rubs. But if I know I'm going on a real long run, I put it everywhere.
Marion - confession: Don't tell anyone! On my night leg of my very first Ragnar, I wore a pair of my wife's breast pads. One fell out on the way, and the other was somewhere near my navel. But no bleeding...
Oh man! I got a star runner like Riverton Paul coming to my blog and the topic is bloody nipples. Dang it!
I did use the big band-aids on the first leg of the race. But I didn't have enough for all three. They do tend to pull hairs out with them when you take them off.
Burt, awesome time. You are ready for a sub-50, the people in the race will pull your pace !. Hey, I will not accept anything less from you this next weekend.
Use the band aids, worry about hairs after the race, with the proud sub-50.
Burt, that could have been the best episode ever, next to two weeks ago when Andy and Dwight decided to fight for Angelas love and honor. Holy crap I love that show, I like to tevo it and watch it while I ride my bike (on a trainer its cold here). However Michaels carb loading was classic! P.S. the little round bandaids are fantastic little nipple covers and they dont pull your hair out, take it from me, I'm furry like a spider moonkey!!!!!!
I have seen that episode of The Office, funny!!! I was going to suggest Body Armor, but I see you already know that!! Now, you need to go get some smaller shirts!!! Shrinking is good, but then you have to spend $$$!!!
You know, Corrine, it hurts my wife more than it hurts me. I don't even notice it. One time I came home and it had soaked through my white tank top, and my wife just cried out in pain. LOL.
As for the weight loss, two years ago I was at 254. I went on a crash diet for two months and lost 42 lbs. I managed to stay right around that for a couple of years from just running. But after this Christmas I gained about 10 lbs. Now I'm going on another diet, and I hope to get down to at least 190. Thanks!
From Merri on Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 15:15:59 from 207.88.76.69
ha ha thanks for the good read burt. you're right that is a true friend. :)
Wed, Jan 28, 2009
Total Distance
2.94
Time: 22:36 (7:41 avg.) new record!!
Splits: 7:46, 7:53, 6:55 (7:19)
Finish time: 7:46am
Temp: 36
I can tell my diet is doing wonders for my running. I pushed it this morning, but not too hard, and this was the fastest I've ever ran this loop. Not carrying around those extra 20 lbs. sure makes a difference.
My friend Will from my Ragnar team gave me a new pair of shoes. He said they hurt his feet and he was going to throw them away. (Kind of like - Ewww, this tastes awful. Try it.) Just kidding. So I wore them today. They were okay, but a little tight around the toes. The best thing about them is that they are flashy. I bet they glow in the dark. They matched my blue Ragnar shirt quite well.
Thanks Tina. I blogged my splits only because I was running late for work. (I should really drag myself out of bed when the alarm goes off.) Now there's more details. You have a good day, too, and get to feelin' better!
well done burt for doing a pb on a training run, I know its not like in a race, but it gives you a good buzz and shows your moving in the right direction.
Thanks Sam and Eric (cool, I just got a comment from someone who lives in England followed by someone who lives in Mexico. I'm so international.) At this pace I could crack 48!
London's Run 10k (6.29 Miles) 00:49:50, Place overall: 46, Place in age division: 6
Total Distance
6.29
This was the fourth annual London's Run half marathon, 10k, and 2 mile fun run. Last year I ran the half marathon. This year I decided to do the 10k. London Solomon is a little girl who lost the battle with cancer. This event is in her honor, and every year they pick a young person with cancer to help them out.
My goal was to get under 50 minutes. Unofficially I did. But it was close, and I haven't seen the official results. I'll update when I do. I started way back. They didn't use a chip to time the race, so that was a mistake on my part not to move up. I also forgot to take my sweat pants off. We got there way too late. I only live two miles away. The half marathon started at 8am, and the 10k ten minutes after that. I thought if I left my house at 7am, that we would be fine. We ended up leaving about 7:30. Then it took a half an hour to get there because traffic was so bad. We barely got there in time to see the half marathoners off. Then I turned on my Garmin, and it took forever to locate satellites. I didn't do my regular stretch routine, so I didn't have my head in the game enough to remember to drop the drawers.
They started the race, and it took about 15 seconds for me to cross the start line. That's when I started my Garmin, and that's why I'm worried my official time will be listed as over 50 minutes. Garmin also told me the course was 6.29 miles long. Was there satellite error? Did I weave a lot? I doubt it. 0.09 miles equates to 475 feet, and if I'm running an 8 minute mile pace, that equates to 43 seconds. So in my heart I know I did a sub 50, but I will be bummed if it ends up being listed over 50.
Like I said, I started towards the back, and had to weave my way through. I saw Camille up ahead. I didn't pass her until we were about 2 kilometers in to it. She did quite well, so read her blog, too. The entire first half I felt like I should be running faster, but I kept telling myself, "If you do, you'll die." I'm glad I stuck to the plan. While I didn't have a whole lot left at the end, I was certainly alive and was able to pass the girl that was about 5 and a half steps ahead of me the entire race.
I think I got passed only twice in the last mile. Usually about 100 people pass me, so that was good. There was one guy that I failed to pass right at the end, and he may have been in my age category. If I find out that he medaled I'm going to be so upset. Speaking of medaling, they didn't have times posted by the time I left, but they did the awards ceremony. They were just calling out names and no times. So I went up to the announcer and asked if he could read the times. He said he only had names. So I listened without really expecting I would get a medal, and sure enough, they didn't call my name. Then he read the female winners of my age group. When he got to the first place finisher he was like, "Is this right?" Then he called my name. I yelled, "I am NOT a girl."
So that leaves the lingering question: Did I actually medal?? I still doubt it, but I'll check the results when they post them tonight. Apparently I beat all the girls in my age group, so I got that going for me. My buddy from my Del Sol Ragnar team came in third overall. However, they only gave out plaques to the top two finishers in the 10k. Then they called his name for second place overall. He was pretty confused because he was 100% positive there were two guys in front of him. I told him maybe one of them was a bandit. Then I saw this young guy from the Queen Creek cross country team with a bewildered look on his face. Greg had the integrity to go tell them they made a mistake. So with all the mistake making going on, who knows what place I'm going to take. I think I remember being listed as a girl in the last race I did, too.
The official results are out. It was just as I feared. They listed me at 50:03. 3 lousy seconds!! Oh well. I know how I did. So, 46th overall, 6th in my age division. The next guy up in my division beat me by 1 minute and 46 seconds. I would've had to run a 47:24 to medal. Maybe next year. I also got beat by 11 females. Not bad. They didn't post the 2 mile results like they did last year. So I'm not sure how my kids did. According to my wife AJ finished around 16 minutes and Mary around 19.
Great race, Burt, fantastic sub 50 mins i would say deffo! well done.
I was listed as a male once, as I HAD put Sam, so they thought I was male, I shouted to the results as I came 4th in a mens age group, not sure how tho, Do I LOOK Like a man, they all laughed but I wasnt impressed! LOL
GREAT JOB Burt! That is a great time. I ran a 10k this past summer and my time ended up being 50:01. I tried so hard to sprint at the end but just couldn't get it under 50. Oh well, it is an awesome time and you are doing so great. Congratulations!
I have to add... it looks like your daughter (Happy) may be as tall as me. I didn't realise that while I was talking with her, but lookin at these pictures.... hmmm
So how tall are both of you guys? Tall or short you both look awesome! And your new profile photo is cool too, you're flying! And needless to say your kids are adorable!
There's my picture. It was still showing up as my old picture. Then I hit refresh and it worked. I put that one up because I think it's so funny how everyone takes the sample picture with the photo company's name across it and uses it as their profile pic. :)
That is a GREAT new picture, even if you are making fun of everyone!
And thanks for the laughs, Burt, you crack me up every day!!
So, what kind of weather am I looking at for Del Sol? I will be running in the middle of then night once and in the afternoon twice, but I am thinking your temperatures will still seem warm to me. Help me out here! We should also get together sometime while we are there---I would love to meet you and Camille (and so would Walter, i am sure!)
The weather should be good. You'll want to stay warm at night, but you should be fine to run in something light. I highly recommend the use of sunscreen. It will warm up. I got a sunburn my first day when I ran at 2pm. Then I had that to worry about that the rest of the time. It probably won't get as hot as Wasatch Back in mid day just because of the time of year.
It would be fun to get together. What are your plans? How long are you in town? We could plan to meet up at a major exchange point.
I'm probably about 50 minutes outside of Phoenix. Camille, about half an hour.
I'm pretty warm blooded, I guess you could say. I warm up really quick once I start running. So I'm just going to wear a long sleeve shirt and shorts. I might recommend pants for other people. But definetely while you're not running, you want to be bundled up in pants and a jacket or sweats.
Kelli - where in Phoenix are you staying? (it will give me a better idea of how far away you will be). I'm going to be running leg 8, and plan in wearing my short sleeves for all three runs. I will pack a light long sleeve shirt just in case, but I will most likely not wear it. I hope that helps.
And Burt... I'm 3'2"... get it right. Good things come in small packages. :o)
I run in shorts and long sleeves in 40 degrees in Utah, so I should be okay!
I have no clue where my sister lives. I have never been there! She used to live in Glendale, now she lives 15 minutes from her old house. So, she is in Phoenix close to Glendale. I am sure that does not help at all!!!
Glendale? That's west side. Add another half hour to what I told you. We start at 10am. One hour after you. How did you get such an early start with such speedsters on your team?
We only have Walter that is fast! The rest of us are slow (well, Scott is fast, too, when he is not being stupid and overtraining). I think our avg pace for our entire team is 8:30.
My sister lives on the West side, huh? (West side is BAD in Utah---it is where I live.) I know she lives pretty close to the freeway exit, like 5 minutes. I can get her address and google it!
Okay, I google mapped it and she is right by Black Canyon Freeway and the Granite Reef Aqueduct. Based on the pictures, it looks like she lives in the middle of nowhere! She did say her backyard was desert for miles!!! Does that help?
Well, BUMMER!!! I guess we will have to hunt you down at the race. Do you go all crazy and decorate your cars and wear costumes (just makes you easier to spot)???
I like the new pic on your blog, Burt - looks more like you now. I am also planning on just wearing short sleeve technical tees and shorts for my legs, and will consider a long sleeve just in case. It should be a fair amount warmer at night 3 weeks from now than it is right now. Low temps around 50 degrees, I would think. Have we decided on a design or anything for team t-shirts?
No, but that would make a good topic of discussion for Sat. morning. Remind us then. Thanks.
Mon, Feb 02, 2009
Total Distance
4.05
Time: 33:33 (avg. pace 8:17)
Temp: 41
I decided to do a nice and easy run as my first run since the race. I thought of a new route to take and hoped it would be about 4 miles. It was pretty close. And I missed one of the turns since I'm not used to running that way. It was probably closer to 4.04 miles. What I liked most about this route is that it takes me by one of the commercial sites I did the civil design for. It does my heart good to see the finished product of one of my designs. It does my heart even better knowing that my design works better than the street design. In your face [other engineering company]!
Thanks! You know, there should be a place where people's names show up on their blogs, like here, for instance, because I forgot your name temporarily, with my bad memory. Burt right?
Yep. I wonder if Sasha has it this way to protect anonymity. Everybody has nicknames and stuff. The only way to check is to look in the address bar, but if they have a nickname, there's no way of knowing.
I hope to see many more runs and more frequently...
Cheers!
Tue, Feb 03, 2009
Total Distance
2.30
I ran the first mile just to see again how fast I could do it. This time I tried to not start out so fast. I did it in 6:56. Then I took a 4 minute rest and ran another, this time at my normal pace. The second one was in 7:51. Then I ran a 0.2 mile cool down with Katelynn. She managed to run in a 9:56 min./mi. pace for the entire run. The extra 0.1 miles was because the loop around the block is 1.05 miles.
Happy Birthday to sweet Emily!!!! Thanks for sharing the pictures (both here and in the Discussion Forum). She is adorable, what an angel princess! Hope you and your family have a great day.
Burt, you need to change the address the link it is going to to match the name of the link. It is pointing to http://burt-mccumber.fastrunningblog.com/blog--Guess-whose-second-birthday-it-is-/forum/index.php/topic,725.0.html
That's why it isn't working. Change the address on the link to point to the same as the title, and it will work (I double-checked). BTW, cute pictures!
Oh my heck, call me dumb! I thought I was looking for a post BY you, not Sasha. Those pictures are absolutely priceless!!! I have never been able to get any of my kids to behave so well and be so cute during pictures, you lucky duck! You want to remember those adorable moments, and she made it easy for you guys!
Late blogging today. And I'm up a couple of pounds. Shouldn't have ate that tuna melt at Quizno's yesterday. And the chicken noodle soup. And the 2 16 oz. cups of diet cranberry/grapefruit juice or whatever it was. But what a deal! A real value.
Kelli - The 5 was for the last 0.64 miles which was actually an 8:26 average. I'm not that fast anymore. But apparently you are. I saw you had a sub 6 the other day.
Marion - It didn't feel like I was running too hard, but the extra 20 lbs. I'm not carrying around anymore sure makes a difference.
Mike - I just couldn't let that girl pass me, and I had to do it with style.
Oh, I thought you HIT that pace somewhere in your last mile. I see, but you are still fast!
I have never run a mile sub-6, I was just listing my fastest pace during each mile. It looked more impressive than the mile splits did! Can you believe people (like Walter) can actually run entire marathons that fast? I can maintain it for about, oh, I dunno, 5 seconds?!?
Kelli - You had mentioned hills, so I thought you were running downhill or something.
Eric - I do plan on putting in more miles. I'll be doing 10 tomorrow with a great big hill at the start, then we end up at Camille's house for breakfast. Next Sat. I'm signed up to do a 5k. Then at the end of the month is the Ragnar Del Sol relay. After that I want to start putting in the miles so I can run a good marathon towards the end of the year.
We were sprinting UP the hills and recovering DOWN the hills, so I can guarantee you that the super speed (sub 6) was actually up a hill (for maybe 5 seconds). I am AMAZING, now that I think about it.
This morning I went running with fellow bloggers Camille and James W, and the rest of our Ragnar team minus two. It was a fun time. We met at Camille's house and had Jared take us to the backside of Usury Pass. It's a 700 foot climb in 3.6 miles (about 3.7%) From there it was 1.5% downhill to Camille's house. This used to be part of the Ragnar course until they changed it this year. In my opinion, this was the "Ragnar" leg of the Del Sol race. James and I ran together for the first three miles. The first two and a half miles are the steepest. After that you feel a noticeable difference, but it's still uphill. James started to pull away, and I wanted to let him know that if he felt comfortable finding his way back to Camille's, then he didn't need to wait for me. Apparently he did, and off he went. I met up with Jared, Camille, and Bethany at the top of the hill and we ran together the whole way back. Janna and Bryan passed us at about the 7 mile mark, and I wanted to drop Camille and Bethany and run with them, but they were too fast. Probably Camille and Bethany could've picked it up some, but they didn't, and for that I'm grateful. The last pack of runners arrived about two minutes after us. I think we have a pretty solid team. We should fair well. It would be nice to get in the top 25% again.
After the run we had breakfast. We each had an assignment to bring something. There was a lot left over even though we didn't bring that much. Your appetite's just not that big after running 10 miles. Everything was yummy, but the fruit salad really hit the spot. Then we had a team meeting. It should be a fun time. Ragnar is mostly about the fun, but doing well always makes it even better.
You make it seem like the last 6.5 miles were completely downhill... I think you are making it sound like Bethany and I were total slackers LOL. Thanks for running with us and for putting everything together!
I started getting ready to go on a run this morning even though I was running a little late. My wife told me to just wait 'til tonight so I could take the kids with me. Unfortunately it rained like cats and dogs, so I never made it out. I tried pedalling around on the stationary bike, but that only lasted for about 10 minutes. I was too busy trying to watch my latest Blockbuster(r) movie The First Olympics: Athens 1896. I didn't think to turn on the captions because the majority of the movies I've recieved lately have been B movies without enough budget to have captions as a feature. I only watched about an hour of it, and so far so good. It's a made for TV two part film starring a young David Caruso (CIS Miami). He did this movie a couple of years after doing Rambo: First Blood.
I took Ginger this morning. She has never run quite this far. I think she knows our regular route because she tried to turn where we usually do. Anyway, she took off fast again. I looked at my Garmin and it said our current pace was 6:12. That didn't last long. The last mile I wanted to pick it up, but every time I did she would cut me off. I think I'll only take her on much shorter faster runs from now on; like 1 to 2 miles.
I've gained a few pounds over the last few days thanks to my nevermind of what I'm eating since Saturday's breakfast run. For lunch there was a ward activity where they served taco salad. Not on my diet menu. For dinner we went to our neighbor's house for a BBQ where we were fellowshipped by the Baptists. Dinner was excellent. Riblets, baby back ribs, beef, spaghetti with meat balls, hot dogs, cake. Not on my diet menu. Sunday wasn't too bad, but there was a fireside at church. For dessert they served cake, cookies and brownies. Not on my diet menu. Yesterday I was talked into going to Taco Bell for lunch. For FHE dessert we had brownie sundaes. Not on my diet menu. So, I need to get serious again. Got a 5k race this Saturday.
And today is Katelynn's 6th birthday. I'll have to post pictures later.
Happy birthday Katelynn. I can't wait to see the pictures because I know how cute she is.
What race do you have this weekend? How come I didn't know about it?!? What happened to our daily emails from our team captain? I thought it was your New Year's Resolution!
I love the not on diet menu, Ive been really bad on my healthy diet too since the weekend, Fri started with Indian after a family funeral! ate too much Naan bread!
then Sat was ok if you call McDonalds Ok! but Sunday was Chinese Takeout,
Monday was a good day except for a very large choc bar, I blame the husband has to be someone elses fault, But I was ill all weekend so I couldnt cook!
Then Last Night, after my run as we travel an hour to take our son to footy training, and it was late, we drove past McDonalds, then turned around, SO Another McDonalds Meal, I am feeling it now! Today is my new Years day on healthy eating ! LOL
Sam - I do call McDonalds OK. I worked there for five years during college. LOL. I drank way too many milkshakes in that time.
Wed, Feb 11, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Time: 23:00 (avg. pace 7:40)
Splits: 7:46, 7:56, 7:19
My plan today was to run two easy miles and try to run the last one as fast as I could. While this is my fastest pace for three miles in the post high school era, it didn't feel great. I felt like I was still feeling the effects of Saturday's long run. Some of my muscles were achey, and I just couldn't open up my stride. Hopefully, by Saturday I'll be feeling fresh and ready to go.
Since I used the word feel so much in my post, here is a song: Feelings, nothing more than feelings, trying to forget my, feelings of love...
It took me a couple days to get over the achiness in my muscles, too. Especially my calves. I am not planning on any tempo miles this week as a result. I have no doubt that you could run faster, although it should already be noted that this time for 3 miles would give you a 5K PR (it doesn't take 1:21 to cover 0.1 miles). I think it may be more beneficial to focus on trying to add more daily mileage so that you don't have a huge difference between your daily miles and your long run. Last year, when I was in my peak of training for SGM, I was running about 8 miles daily, with a long run of anywhere from 10-15 miles.
That's probably real good advice. I thought about going out for a 6 mile run, but wasn't sure if I should try and do a speed workout instead with my race this Saturday. What do you recommend I do for the next two days?
I ran to church to do guard duty for Home Family Personal Enrichment night. People must've thought it queer to see some guy running down the road with a Book of Mormon in hand. I finished 2 Nephi and got through Jacob 4. I was going to run home but was offered a ride and took it. Now I wish I hadn't because I STEE-INK!
Glad I got a couple miles in so I'm no longer at 6.66 miles for the week. Bad number.
It was actually the LDM; Libro de Mormon. Bishop challenged the ward to read the BOM three times this year. I decided to do the first time in Spanish en voz alta (out loud.) It's taking forever, and I'm a bit behind. So any chance I get...
You read it out loud??? Well, at least that keeps you from falling asleep while reading! Maybe you should download it onto an iPod and then run while you listen to it!?!
I am glad you are not on my Ragnar team Mr STEEEEINKY! Our car will smell like roses!
Actually, it well smell like pumpkin spice. That is the strongest air freshener I have and it will be making the trip with us!!!
Sat, Feb 14, 2009
Race:
Two Sisters One Heart 5k (3.29 Miles) 00:24:05, Place overall: 6, Place in age division: 1
Total Distance
7.45
I heard about this race two weeks ago at London's Run. This was a fundraiser to help a couple of girls that are joined at the heart. They weren't supposed to live for more than a few hours, but now they're two. From the website: "Emma and Taylor are our 2 year old twins that are also conjoined, sharing one common heart and liver. They are face to face, from the breast bone down to the belly button. They have their own arms and legs, and certainly their own personalities. Taylor has a twinkle in her eye and always being silly. Emma is more reserved and loves to be cuddled. At age two, they have beaten the odds at survival and we hope to have many, many more years with them."
I don't know why I pick all the emotional races to do. Anyway, me, AJ, and Mary got up at 6am so we could get there, get our bibs and race chips. It was pretty cold for an Arizonan. My kids ran with their jackets on and pinned their bibs to the outside of them. The pick-up area was far away from the starting line. I headed over to the start, and no one was there. It was like a ghost town. The race was supposed to start in twenty minutes, and no one. I was starting to get worried that they told me the wrong place, like maybe this was where the 10k or 1 mile fun run started. Then they started to come. And boy did they come. I want to say there was close to 300 participants in the 5k, but I'll have to wait and see if they post the results on-line. My guess is everyone was hanging out by the school, and they made an announcement to head over to the starting line.
The good thing was that I was able to get up right at the line this time. They used an ankle bracelet to time us, but there was no sensor for the start. So, lesson learned from two weeks ago. [Oh, before I go on I wanted to interject a little side story. I saw the wife of the bishop I served under when I was in the bishopric a couple of years ago. She's lost a lot of weight. Yay for her.] They counted us down, and off we went.
Two high school kids, two young kids, and two old guys took off like rabbits. We had to make an immediate right after about 20 feet followed by a left after another 200 feet. The little 9 year old girl turned right again and was booking it. The other little kid did, too, but I yelled that they were going the wrong way. The boy turned around and yelled at the girl. Then everyone starting yelling at her. But she would have none of it. She kept going. She was in the zone. Within that first 500 feet everyone settled in and the tone was set for the race. I never got passed after that, and no one passed me.
I had the Garmin set to alert me at 7:40 intervals since I was hoping my average would be right around that. I was pleasantly surprised to see that I was going faster than I hoped, and I felt good. I kept expecting for people to start passing me soon, but when I made a turn around the one mile mark, there was a little bit of distance between me and the pack. At about the 1.5 mile point I saw one of the high school kids stop to walk. He was quite a bit ahead of me, and I hoped I'd pass him. I don't like when people walk in a race and still beat me. I had my eyes on one of the older guys the whole time, but I couldn't close the gap. Right towards the end the high schooler started to walk again and the old guy passed him. The old guy beat me by about a minute and the high schooler beat me by 11 seconds. With about a quarter of a mile to go I saw someone behind me start to make his kick. He was coming on fast. I thought for sure he was going to pass me, but with about 70 feet to go I gave it everything I had and held him off.
6th place overall - 1st place AD and most importantly, I DIDN'T GET CHICKED! As the young folk say, "Woot!" After I caught my breath, I headed back up the course to find my kids. I found AJ first. I encouraged him on by telling him he was almost there. He finished the 3.29 mile course in just over 30 minutes. (Yeah, it was a little longer than a 5k should've been. Oh well.) Then I went to find Mary. She was running with the friend of the bishop's wife. (I do know their names, but I'm protecting their anonymity.) She said Mary had been good company. I coached Mary in the rest of the way. She wanted to stop, but we were almost there, so I wouldn't let her. She finished just under 39 minutes, I believe.
It feels good to win my age division. I know the real runners were running the 10k, but I'll take what I can get. So proud of my kids. AJ took 57th overall and third in his AD. Mary took 113th overall and 2nd in her AD. Now it's on to Ragnar!!
What an awesome race report, chicken legs! Congrats on your VICTORY! So proud of you. What a great cause too! And running with the family, how fabulous is that? Kudos to all of you! Happy Valentine's day!
Thanks for your comments on my race. Congrats on winning your age group! Wow, you aren't kidding about an emotional race. I hope they raised a ton of money; it sounds like they did. Makes you thankful that we all have the ability to do what we do.
Aaack!! I just realized I didn't say thanks for all the congratulations. So don't worry about aplogizing, Sam. It's me that should be. Thanks everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
And thanks to my daughter Mary who is, in her own words, so cool.
I also apologize for not knowing how to spell apologizing.
Sun, Feb 15, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Pictures from yesterday's race
Pre-race pic
2nd race in a row I ran too fast for my wife to capture me on film
Mary finishing up. We have three action pictures of her coming in and in all three her left leg is behind her and her feet aren't touching the ground. She may very well have glided in on air.
Awards. Since we got a first place, second place, and third place in our respective age divisions, we got one of each color flower. The local elementary kids made these ceramic (?) flowers, and that's what they used as awards. Pretty cool.
Ha! I'm sure I have a lot of work to do when it comes to geneology. But as far as Mary Poppins go, no one in my family can sing or keep a house clean.
Tue, Feb 17, 2009
Total Distance
8.60
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 13 YEARS I AM UNDER 200 LBS!!!!
My original plan was to run 3 miles yesterday and 5.6 today, but I didn't go yesterday. So I decided to do it all today, when to my great joy, I discovered that it was raining. Raining in Arizona? What is this, bizzaro world? I thought about it for a minute. "I am going to get soaked anyway from sweating. What's the difference? This should be an adventure." So off I went. I prayed that my Garmin was waterproof. Then I thought, "I sweat on my Garmin, also."
Splits:
1 mile - 8:11 - raining steady
2 mile - 8:11 - still raining steady
3 mile - 8:20 - rain dies down to a drizzle
4 mile - 8:41 - drizzle
5 mile - 8:52 - rain picks back up
6 mile - 8:48 - raining steady
7 mile - 8:56 - stops raining all together (My Garmin was still set to alert me at 7:40 intervals. So at this point my Garmin lapped me.)
Congrats, Burt! I noticed that weight loss played a significant role in my times coming down. Believe it or not, 2 years ago, I weighed as much as 192 (and I am only 5'10" - you have about 3-4 inches on me). The more my weight came down, the farther and faster I was able to run. Keep up the good work!
All the chicken fat is being replaced with chicken speed! Chicken power!
Wed, Feb 18, 2009
Total Distance
3.83
Kind of cool out today in my tank top and body armor. I'm thinking Ragnar might actually be cold this year. But there won't be any snow pelting us in the face, that's for sure.
Time: 30:13 (avg. pace 7:53)
Splits: 8:00, 7:48, 7:56, 6:29 (7:47)
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Feb 18, 2009 at 12:35:21
Good job, looks like you plan on staying under that 200lb mark.
Teena - I wish! That was my time for the last 0.83 miles which was a 7:47 average. Maybe there's a better way to write that because you're not the first person I've confused.
From kungfublonde on Thu, Feb 19, 2009 at 11:10:43
It's actually the day after tomorrow, but you still get major points for remembering :)
Cake for two days, sounds good to me. I will be right over!
Okay, Burt, I have to fins a way to find you in AZ. What is the name of your team? Are you gonna be all decked out in costumes (you should be, that would make it easier for me to find you)? Will your van be decked out? And just exactly what do you mean by cold, really? I have to pack and plan, and i just have no clue what to run in! I am thinking to me it will feel warm and i should run in a bikini (KIDDING)!!!!!!! Seriously, I have to run at 2 pm, midnight, and 10 am. How HOT will it be?
Great run today Mr Speedy, losing weight, freak of nature!
Kelli - I was just thinking the same thing. We are team #83 Dessert Runners. I'm thinking about cutting out pictures of desserts in magazines and taping them to my van. But I don't know what scotch tape will do to it. I'm sure we'll see each other out there somewhere. We only start an hour after you so usually you see everyone within 4 hours of your start time at the major exchanges. I'll definitely be looking for you.
Kelli - It's hard to say. I wouldn't be surprised if it rained. When it does rain here, it's generally on the weekends. So you might want to pack some sweats and some rain gear. You could wear your bikini at night. No one will notice. The first year this girl wore one of those full body suits skin colored and with all the anatomy painted on. It was kind of embarrassing because we had a member of a stake presidency on our team.
Well, I have never worn a bikini in my life, so why start now??? My sister called this afternoon to warn me that the weather is going to be cold (like 60). You Arizonians do not know cold! Then she said, "Well, it goes into the 40's at night and that is cold for running, isn't it?" I laughed at her. That is still near bikini weather!!!
I will pack some pants and a long sleeved running shirt becasue I am probably gonna jinx myself with all of this warm weather smack talk!
I wonder where I can find a full body skin suit so I can embarrass some people????
Thu, Feb 19, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
I thought this was cool. Then again, I like controversy. When I'm not invloved.
It felt pretty nice out today. Kelli, forget everything I said about it being cold for Ragnar. I think it's going to warm up quite nicely.
Do you ever get a song stuck in your head that you don't know the words to? That's what happened to me this morning. Do-do-do-do-something in motion, All I need is a set of wings, Do-do-do-do-something-something, St. Elmo's fire!
Hmmm....I must be young. I have never heard of that song.
I am SO looking forward to wearing shorts and a t-shirt! I am sick of the gloves and the hats and the 5 layers of clothing! AZ here I come!!!! Now, how to find you guys. I am determined.
Let's see, Kelli. Your birthday is the 28th, which means you are not quite two months younger than me. So, yeah. You're too young to know that song.
I'll PM you my cell phone number. Call me and Camille at the second major exchange. We're going to be cutting it close at the first major exchange from the time we get there and the time we decorate. But we plan on hanging out at the next one. Mostly because they have showers there.
Oh, that is right! I wished her an early one when you did, but I gotta do it now. I am going to head over to Facebook and take care of that right now!
Sat, Feb 21, 2009
Total Distance
4.00
Time: 32:22 (avg. pace 8:06)
Splits: 8:05, 8:10, 8:02, 8:05
Finish time: 11pm
Temp: 56
I stayed up late last night watching some Lifetime for Women made for TV drama. So this morning I didn't wake up 'til 8:45am. I knew my wife (slave driver) wanted me to work all day on various projects, but I still wanted to get a nice long run in sometime today. One project was pulling the weeds in the front yard and blowing the leaves. It wasn't long before my allergies started to pick up. Then I washed the inside of my van so it would be nice for Ragnar. Then on to the backyard to pull more weeds. More allergies. Then dishes. Then we had company come over. Then I ate a hotdog, bratwurst, and Doritos for dinner. Then I had an ice cream sandwich. So I bagged the idea of going on a real long run. I decided just to do 4 miles. Now I'm sitting here typing my entry with a stuffy nose and an upset stomach. Have a good Sunday.
One of the passengers on the helo was a woman who works for the aafes, which is the store here. She was mobbed with guys asking here for cigarettes and Doritos. I've never been addicted to nicotine, but I'm having fake powdered cheese withdrawals.
At first I read that as though your withdrawals were fake. But you know what they say about Doritos; 'once you pop, you can't stop.' Either that or it's 'It ain't easy, being cheesy.' Something like that.
Well, at least you got some mileage in today. I'm still holing out hope to do a long run today....(tonight?) It's hard when family, responsibilities, and life in general gets in the way of a good training run. :)
I wanted to keep my pace under 8, but didn't quite make it. I've also been forced to say that my wife is not a slave driver. Now, it's off to my flogging.
From montelepsy on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 14:45:03 from 155.85.58.253
Looking forward to the Ragnar report. I would say, "Go get 'em, Tiger", but I think that's something a lady would say to a man, however I do wish to convey that sentiment in a manly fashion.
From Burt on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 14:56:27 from 68.76.197.194
Oh no. I gotchya. And I will carry that manly sentiment with me into the race. I'll be using the speedy arms technique as well.
From sam on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 17:14:13 from 90.195.99.55
hey burt, yep good luck for Ragnar, ditto for Monte but in a tom boy fashion LOL keep the arms pumping!
;-)
From jtshad on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 17:17:48 from 204.134.132.225
Have fun on the Del Sol Relay. It is a great race and we had a blast last year! Although by the end of the race the car full of smell guys had grown old!
From Burt on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 17:30:40 from 68.76.197.194
This will be my fourth Ragnar experience. Can't wait. And Jeff, I'll be bringing along the Febreeze!
From Eric Day on Wed, Feb 25, 2009 at 19:14:51 from 189.192.60.158
How much and how long will you be doing in the Ragnar race?
Wish you the best anyways! Cheers!
From Burt on Wed, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:12:16 from 68.76.197.194
Could be as much as 19 miles. Not sure at this point. We just had a runner drop out.
From kungfublonde on Thu, Feb 26, 2009 at 02:16:07 from 64.203.113.50
Go get 'em, Tiger!!
From Kelli on Sun, Mar 01, 2009 at 20:24:57 from 151.118.168.163
No race report yet? Bummer, I was looking forward to it, and all of your pictures!
It was great to meet you!!! And thanks for the birthday brownies. I had Walter test them out first and when he did not die, I dared to try them. Actually, because you mentioned it, it never occurred to me that you might be trying give me the RUNS for my run, so THANKS!!!!
Man, it is stinkin' hot here, does it ever cool off?????
From Kelli on Sun, Mar 01, 2009 at 20:25:44 from 151.118.168.163
OH, and RAchel and Mike----they are going to have a Ragnar Relay in California!!!! It would be so cool to come and do that one!!!
From Walter on Sun, Mar 01, 2009 at 23:38:47 from 76.27.13.75
Burt it was good seeing you in the flesh!
You were alot taller in person than I thought youd be. jk Too bad we werent able to be in a closer time frame. Oh and I read James' blog and you guys ate breakfast and got showers at Camilles house? not fair! That wouldve been a nice feeling instead of waiting close to 30 hours for one. haha Keep up the good work. Hope to see you out soon.
From Burt on Sun, Mar 01, 2009 at 23:52:11 from 98.167.151.26
Rachel - Thanks! Very womanly, too.
Kelli - I'll get around to it some time. It just seems like a monumental task. It was easier to run it than blog about it. And the picture that my friend took ending up being a mere slit through the lens cover.
Walter - good seeing you, too. You're voice is a lot more serious in person than your goofy blogs. LOL. And hey, I took another shower at exchange 12. Yeah, it was cold, but the worse thing about it was standing in the gravel with bare feet.
From montelepsy on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 01:12:40 from 155.85.58.253
Where in CA, Kelli? It does sound like fun, except for the smelly van part. And the lack of sleep part. And the running part :)
From Kelli on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 11:36:45 from 151.118.168.163
I did not see the exact starting and finishing points, but it is all along the coast. It is pretty flat, too. It is not the best while you are doing it, but when you look back at it, it is pretty fun!!!
Burt, I blogged my experience 3 times!!!!! And all 3 times when I pushed submit, it did not work. I did not learn and save it any of the times. Idiot. So, mine remians unblogged as well.
From Kelli on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 11:37:18 from 151.118.168.163
Oh, and bummer about the picture. I should have gotten my camera out. Now you will have nothing to remember me by! ;-)
From Burt on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 16:41:02 from 68.76.197.194
That's not entirely true. I cut a lock of your hair off when you weren't looking. I sleep with it under my pillow.
From Michelle N. on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 16:47:05 from 75.162.247.190
Oh Burt, I haven't even met you but I sure do like you:)
From Kelli on Wed, Mar 04, 2009 at 09:37:30 from 71.219.75.10
Seriously, you always make me laugh! I love it! You must keep your family entertained.
Fri, Feb 27, 2009
Race:
2009 Myomed Ragnar Del Sol Relay (8.5 Miles) 01:14:30
Total Distance
8.50
RAGNAR!!! This is what I live for. The one race I look forward to all year. You see, racing hurts. Ragnar hurts. It hurts bad. But the difference is, you have 11 friends rooting you on the whole time. And that helps. This is the race that got me back into running. It's the race that changed my unhealthy lifestyle. I owe my life to Ragnar. (Cheesy enough?)
One week before the race I get a phone call from the wife of our fastest team member. She tells me that his back is bothering him, and he hasn't been able to run for two weeks. That got me worried. The next day, he called and said he's still going to try and make it, and he wants to run 5:45 mi/min. That relieved my worries. Then Tuesday he calls and says it's a no-go. Dang! Who can I find now? I start making phone calls, asking people on the blog, asking members of Athlinks. Finally I asked a guy that ran with me last year. He hadn't even been training, but he said he'd do it. So awesome.
The day before the race I get another phone call. No! Jared and Michelle Cox from the other van, the ones that started this madness two years ago, said that they couldn't do it. Michelle has a severely handicapped sister. They were told she didn't have much time to live. Sure enough, she passed away early the next morning. (For more on the story, see tomorrow's entry.) So now the whole team was scrambling to find two more runners. 15 hours to go!! Is it possible? Of course. This is Ragnar, baby! The spirit of Ragnar won't let us down. Janna from the other van got a friend to run for their van. He had to skip out on his classes. Then Bethany from our van got her brother to join up. The only problem was that he had to work, so he couldn't run his first leg. We called and got permission for the Animal James W to run that leg. Now we were set. Van #2 consisted of myself, Bethany, her brother Christian, Glen from last year's race, and two fellow FRB-er's, Camille, and James W.
We drive up to the First Major Exchange point, and who do I spot? This red-hot pink chick that is none other than the birthday girl herself, Kelli. Also in her van from the FRB was her husband Scott (Kelli says he has a blog, but I've yet to see it), the infamous Walter, and Walter's wife, Misty. It was great seeing them in person.
We decorated our van and got ready to run. Our other van managed to get ahead of our predicted pace by about 20 minutes. (They had all the downhill.) James was going to run this first leg as a warm-up leg, but adrenaline got the better of him. He smoked it and put us way ahead of pace. Everybody else was running right on.
Leg 11
Finally it was my turn. I started about 10 minutes after the 5:30pm night time start, so I had to wear the reflective vest, headlamp, and tail light. I didn't really need to turn them on because it was still visible out most of the time. I tried to finish in time to give James a little bit of daylight, but there wasn't much left when I got there. My goal was to average 8:15's. I knew it would be hard because the last three miles were uphill. I hoped I could make up the time in the first 5 miles. I started out running the first two miles under an 8 min. pace. About half a mile into it I got passed by 4 guys all at once. I thought, "This is ridiculous. I'm running a 7:30 avg. and I'm getting passed. Well, all these guys are going to burn out at mile 5, and I'll catch them." That never happened. For the first two miles I was running about 70 feet behind this lady. I finally pulled up alongside of her, and we chatted for a while. She was a Mamatukee, a team of over 30 year old mothers from Ahwatukee. We ran together for about 2 miles and then she left me in the dust. Literally, because the entire leg was on a dirt road. The best part was the stream that we had to cross. I had been forewarned that it was there and told my team to be ready with trash bags for me to step into, but I beat them to it. So I had to take a few steps in the water and run with wet feet. No big deal. A van had gotten stuck in the mud here, and Camille's husband, Brandon, pulled him out. He thrives on that kind of stuff. So best mile : 7:30, worst mile : 9:47. Didn't hit my goal, but was okay with it. See tomorrow's entry for the remainder of the race report.
Weight: 0.00
Sat, Feb 28, 2009
Race:
2009 Myomed Ragnar Del Sol Relay (day 2) (9.4 Miles) 01:25:30
Total Distance
9.40
Leg 23
Can you say freezing head wind? What the heck was this? Why me? Why? Nobody else had to run in the freezing wind. Just me. I knew this was going to be tough, so I predicted a pace of 8:30. Little did I know I would be fighting the wind the whole time. There comes a time in every race I've done over 10 miles when I ask myself, "What am I doing? I don't belong here. No amount of bragging rights is worth pain I'm going through for not being in the proper shape I need to be." I started to doubt Ragnar. Maybe I should hang it up after this race. It is getting kind of expensive. It's a logistical nightmare. It's hard. But then I gut it out, and it isn't long before I remember why I keep coming back.
This was a 6.4 mile leg. The first 4.4 were uphill into the wind. The last two were 2 miles downhill into the wind. It didn't really feel like downhill, and I was cursing Paul Peterson's name most of the time. Best mile : 8:53, worst mile : 10:19 (my one and only mile over a 10 min. pace.) I think the best part of this leg was running behind someone named Shawn for a little bit without him knowing. There must have been a pause in his IPOD because all the sudden I scared the begeebeez out of him.
After James finished running for our van came the real hard part: getting to Camille's house without falling asleep. Camille lives right close to another guy's house that was on my team last year. It was perfect going to his house before our last set of legs to shower and rest. So we decided to do the same thing at Camille's house, but they changed the course this year. No matter. It was still worth it for the warm shower that was oh so much better than the cold tent shower in the gravel a few hours earlier. Plus Brandon made us waffles. That hit the spot. I also went and filled up the tank with gas again. Finally after eating and showering, I went to the van and caught a few winks.
Leg 35
Only three miles to go. This is where I hoped to make up for lost time. But guess what. Now the hot Arizona sun was out. I go from freezing to burning. Whatever. I could tell the sun was affecting all of us. Christian had about a three mile run. The first two mile had to be the steepest section of the course. But that last mile coming downhill was amazing. I swear he ran a sub 4. Poor Glen. The guy who hadn't run in months had the 8 mile run. He gutted it out. I kept telling him if he needed to quit, I'd take over for him. It became a moral victory for him to finish it all. Camille struggled. I think the heat and her knee caught up to her. Then I started my last three miles. I grabbed a bottle of water and told my team just to meet me at the next exchange. This was just going to be like a loop around my neighborhood. I wish. It was hot! Funny how it gets hotter as the day goes on. But I didn't feel too bad. I stayed alive, and that was the most important thing. First mile - 7:51, second mile - 9:02, third mile - 8:59.
The best part of this section of the race was when I got word that Michelle had come out and was running with some of our teammates in the other van. Yep. That's against the rules, but anyone that wants to penalize us for having our actual team captain come out to get her mind off recent events (see yesterday's entry), is one heartless SOG. I gave her the biggest hug in the history of hugs.
Overall we came in 59th place. I was hoping for another top 25% finish, but we barely missed it. But with all the changes to the team at the last minute, I'll take it. To see everyone at the finish line together was awesome. And now I remember why I keep doing this every year.
Good job in the Ragnar! Thanks for the congratulations! Keep up running! It's the cool thing to do!
From Burt on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 17:54:12 from 68.76.197.194
Well, I do want to be cool like you. Speaking of cool, your latest profile picture is pretty cool. That must be at the start of the race because I see another girl, and no girl could be that close to you unless it was the first few feet.
From LaurenO on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 17:57:08 from 68.98.209.210
Nice job Burt! Sounds like fun! (well, sort of...) :)
From jelmo on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 18:16:03 from 205.188.116.143
Ragnar sounds like an awesome race, nice job. I lived in Cottonwood, AZ 17 yrs ago but was not running at the time(which I regret now). AZ is a beautiful state.
From Eric Day on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 20:35:42 from 189.192.109.17
you totally arizona rock. good work! great team.
From Camille on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 22:41:34 from 71.223.90.219
Dude... the only thing you have to say about me on your blog is about how I struggled! I may have to vote you off the island. You could have atleast mentioned that I was a super star or something. LOL.
You were awesome. Thank you for another fun Ragnar experience.
From sam on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 05:30:03 from 78.32.130.9
Hey Burt, sorry not been on to cheer you on, but great work how amazing sounds like really hard stuff, well done to the whole team, and good on Michelle that was good for her! cool get some well earned rest. ;-)
From Brent on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 18:10:06 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, great race report, something to talk about for years, how Kool.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 18:40:03 from 68.76.197.194
Lauren - Thanks. It was a blast. You should put a team together next year with your Tucson running club.
Jelmo - The cross country course in Mingus was my favorite one to run in high school. I grew up in Kingman.
Eric - It was kind of cool having fellow bloggers on the team and meeting others.
Camille - that's not the only thing I said about you. It's just the only thing you see. Thanks for all you did.
Sam - make a trip across the pond next year and there's a spot on the team for you.
Brent - Thanks, dude. I think this is the first time you've commented on my blog. No commando points, but I got a cool with a K. I'll take it.
From Kelli on Wed, Mar 04, 2009 at 09:46:29 from 71.219.75.10
Now that was the race report I have been WAITING to read since we finished the race! You did an awesome job of detailing that race---I felt every minute of it. Seriously, what is up with the weather there? It was freezing at night (even though the temp thing in my car said it was 65) and so flippin' hot during the day! I was not prepared for that much HEAT! So glad to hear that even you tough Arizonians struggled with it!
Your van did awesome, I wish we could have run side by side the entire time. Maybe next year we will have to just come and be in your van!
GREAT JOB!!!!!!!
From montelepsy on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 02:05:20 from 155.85.58.253
It's cool to know that this is what started the whole change your lifestyle-for-the-better decision you made. At least the physical part.
From Lyns on Mon, Mar 01, 2010 at 13:31:22 from 174.27.150.90
Makes me want to do a Ragnar! Great read!
Tue, Mar 03, 2009
Total Distance
5.64
Running
My legs are still tight from Ragnar. I just didn't have the spring in my step that I usually do. Splits - 1mile - 8:13, 2 mile - 8:22, 3 mile - 8:30, 4 mile - 8:32, 5 mile - 8:16, 0.64 mile - 4:54 (7:41 avg.) Overall average - 8:18. Overall time - 46:47.
AM Bike
I rode my bike to work for the first time in over two months. 17.62 miles in 1 hour and 11 minutes. Average speed 14.9 mph. Max speed 19.8 mph.
PM Bike
17.59 miles home in 1 hour and 6 minutes. Average speed 16.0 mph. Max speed 23.6 mph. I tried to ride behind this guy with big calves all decked out in his bike gear. He was too fast for me and lost me at a stop light. I probably look goofy in my work clothes and my pants tucked into my sock.
Weight: 196.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 11:31:37 from 189.192.139.117
Burt, I see some serious running in you now. Super work...keep going!
From Marion on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 12:05:39 from 71.213.122.61
Nice running and biking :) Congratulations on an awesome ragnar! You guys are too cool!
From Michelle N. on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 12:23:03 from 75.162.244.89
You go!
From James W on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 15:58:43 from 12.151.72.1
road bike or mountain bike (even more impressive if it was a mountain bike)?
From Burt on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 16:03:32 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks guys. Road bike. I bought one last year when gas prices were getting out of control.
From Camille on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 19:18:16 from 71.223.90.219
way to ride and run! :o)
From Brent on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 21:49:28 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, like your style, put the team first - take one for the team. No doubt, without Gwen, you will exceed your goals. The spirit of commando points, your team had the spirit - 1,000 commando points to everyone on the team and another 500 to you and the team leader. Say Hi to James W and Lybi.
The bike commute - rode all last summer - great way to get some cross training.
No marathon time is too embarrasing to post, the toughest of times, lead to great times. Every journey has a story, running is a game of highs and lows, respect the lows, enjoy the highs for a moment and move on to the next challenge.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Eric Day on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 22:12:23 from 189.169.167.112
wow on the bike miles, super!
From Camille on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 22:26:27 from 71.223.90.219
Brent - I like what you said about the highs and lows of the game. Very inspiring.
From jj on Wed, Mar 04, 2009 at 01:16:34 from 216.160.237.43
You just inspired me to do do a fast 5 miles. They are my first since Ragnar and I am also feeling a bit stiff. However, I feel much better for getting back into the swing of things. Thanks Burt! Who knows, I may even fill up my bike tires...
From sam on Wed, Mar 04, 2009 at 06:15:38 from 78.32.130.9
Hey Burt, great on the bike, thatll help on recovery, just be shore to stretch your hammies more than usual, biking shortens them!
great run too after Ragnor, way cool! So wish we had something like that over here, we have ultra runs but nothing like that!
From Eric Day on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 11:39:22 from 200.52.202.163
no more runs?
From Burt on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 11:43:04 from 68.76.197.194
I'll be going on a long one tonight.
From Eric Day on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 12:03:48 from 200.52.202.163
Excellent, good luck and keep it safe!
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 15:54:50 from 71.219.75.10
Burt, you kill me. Look at those splits for someone who did not have "spring in his step." I think you are fast and you do not even know it.
Great job and WOW on the biking to work. Do they have showers at your work cause AZ is just way too hot to ride your bike to work and then not shower!
From Burt on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 16:04:39 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli - the trick is to find just the right speed that you generate enough of a breeze to keep you cool and not overwork yourself. (I'm sure that actually defies the laws of thermodynamics.) The real trick is to sweat just the tiniest bit that the breeze can keep you cool - then try to avoid human interaction at work. Of course, in the summer, no amount of breeze or sweat can keep you cool.
From Camille on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 16:38:41 from 75.171.26.130
Kelli - as some one who use to work with burt on bike days... I can testify to what he said. :o)
From azdesertmonsoon on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 16:53:03 from 204.17.31.126
In this house we obey the laws of thermodynamics! - Homer Simpson
From Burt on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 17:00:02 from 68.76.197.194
I love that quote! From one of Lisa's perpetual motion inventions, right?
From Burt on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 17:01:25 from 68.76.197.194
So that's why you always hung out at my office on those days, Camille. You enjoyed my musk.
From Camille on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 19:24:34 from 71.223.90.219
No. that's why on those days I always pretended to have allergy problems... my watery eyes and irritated nose was not a result of the seasons (especially since we don't have seasons here). LOL
From smally on Mon, Mar 09, 2009 at 13:57:39 from 209.195.93.14
Your too funny.
Hardly world record time but thanks anyway.
From rattletrap on Wed, Mar 11, 2009 at 11:22:14 from 70.192.112.139
That's awesome that you bike to work! I used to bike 16 miles each way for about a year until I moved closer to work. Now it's only 2 miles. I don't think that's even enough to count as cross training.
AZ does have seasons: North-wind and South-wind :)
Thu, Mar 05, 2009
Total Distance
11.13
I started to run home from work and wanted to see how far I could go.
1 mile - 8:03 - This first mile is always hard. I run right by some orange groves on Southern Ave. Breathing is hard with all the pollen or whatever it is.
2 mile - 8:16 - Crossed the US 60.
3 mile - 8:45 - At mile 3.3 started to feel like I wanted to puke up all the chili dogs and peanut brittle I had for lunch.
4 mile - 8:58 - Somewhere along here Ox saw me and honked at me. He probably made some people mad thinking he was honking at them. Did I mention that he was the one who brought in the peanut brittle?
5 mile - 9:09 - At mile 5.25 (right at the 202 overpass) Gabe saw me and pulled over. It was pretty cool for him to stop and see how I was doing.
6 mile - 9:08 - Here I left Higley and started running down the UPRR tracks.
7 mile - 9:11 - Ran passed the site I'm currently working on for RWCD.
8 mile - 9:22 - Right at exactly 8.0 I must've been doing pretty good. This is where the tortoise passed the hare. By that I mean I ran past a couple of cotton tail bunnies. I saw about a dozen of them over the next mile and a half.
9 mile - 9:44 - Got to Power Road and decided to call my wife to have her pick me up.
10 mile - 10:02 - Figured I would get at least another mile in before my wife arrived.
10.83 mile - 10:10 avg. - My wife finally got to me, but I kept going because I wanted to get an even 11 miles in. She thought I'd gone crazy when I didn't stop.
11.1 mile - 9:19 avg. - I overestimated how much I had to run to get my even 11.
Overall time was 1:41:47. Well, at this pace I would've beat my time for a half marathon if I'd gone two more miles. Live to fight again another day.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Lucia on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 09:47:35 from 98.204.55.168
How far do you work from your house? So did your wife drive next to you for a few yards? That's funny!
BTW, I posted some pics for your amusement!
Excellent mileage, you're a stud!
From Michelle N. on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 09:51:53 from 75.162.244.89
Way to go Burt!!! A great run after a race weekend. You are the man!
From Eric Day on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 10:16:02 from 200.77.43.66
Burt, very good workout. Great mileage, good pace & effort to continue and finish the 11 miles.
Super ! Excelente trabajo amigo!
From James W on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 12:00:16 from 12.151.72.1
Well I think you're just plain nuts . . . :) (j/k) But good job getting in the whole 11.1 miles anyways.
From Burt on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 18:49:18 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks everyone. I only had about 4.5 miles to go to get home, but my legs were still thrashed from Ragnar, and my lunch wasn't setting good. Maybe next week I'll go the full distance.
Fri, Mar 06, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Bike AM
Distance - 17.64 miles
Time - 1:19:00
Avg. speed - 13.4 mph
Max speed - 19.5 mph
Temp - 55
This was just a nice liesurely ride to work. Nothing too exciting.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 11:32:51 from 67.42.27.114
Excellent!
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 11:35:53 from 71.219.75.10
How hot is it, though?
From Burt on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 11:41:04 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks, Paul.
Kelli - I added the temp for you. It's 61 now, so it was probably around 55 when I started. It was kind of brisk.
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 at 11:48:07 from 71.219.75.10
See, I leave Utah and the weather all of the sudden becomes beautiful and perfect. I get to Arizona and it all of the sudden becomes unbearably and unseasonably hot. I leave Arizona and it goes back to being perfect and normal. I arrive back in Utah and the wind becomes CRAZY and it snows and it is cold.
WHAT IS THE DEAL???????
Glad you are having some great weather! It makes for a much less stinky office with you and your unshoweredness.
Sat, Mar 07, 2009
Total Distance
4.89
Time: 39:13 (8:02 avg. pace)
Splits:
1 mile - 8:01 - the first 1/2 mile it felt like my legs were really heavy. Then for the next mile and a half it felt pretty good.
2 mile - 7:51 this mile felt really good and was probably slightly downhill.
3 mile - 8:06 - right in here my legs felt really numb but I was still clicking along pretty good.
4 mile - 8:13 - the breeze stopped and I started to feel the effects of the sun. Not too bad, though.
0.89 miles - 7:02 (7:56 avg.) I was surprised that I was able to finish so strong and feel so good after my 11 mile run less than two days ago.
Finish time: 10:30am
Temp: 61
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From twinkies on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 15:00:57 from 207.155.176.10
I like it when the sun comes out here. That because the it's only about 20 degrees before it comes out. Good run.
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 16:26:01 from 71.219.75.10
Hmmm....32 here and super flippin' windy! What is the deal???
Okay, here is a thought for you. I have decided you are amazing because you got a Garmin, but you still run these funky distances. How do you stop with such an "uneven" distance??? I jog around parking lots just to make my distance end with a .0 or .5 but not you! You have some kind of ability to not need EVEN. Why is that?
GREAT job today, Mr Speedy Burt. You really are a very fast runner. When are you going to do another half marathon so you can blow your old time out of the water? There is still room for you in my playroom if you want to come run the Riverton 1/2!!!
From Burt on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 16:53:38 from 98.167.151.26
Look at me complaining about a slight breeze that's just the tiniest bit cool. What a baby I am.
Hey, Kelli. Maybe if I ever get my taxes done and get a big giant refund, I can afford to go up there. If not, I'll just stick to the local $20 5k's. :)
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 23:19:11 from 71.219.97.142
So, how do you run weird amounts and not freak out about it being even? You seem like an EVEN kind of guy!
From Burt on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 23:22:59 from 98.167.151.26
I usually run a certain route and stop at home. Sometimes I keep going to make it even, but sometimes I just like to stop. You know?
From azdesertmonsoon on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 23:23:18 from 63.226.55.53
If you look at his 11 mile run entry from earlier this week, he had his wife drive beside him until he got to an even 11 miles, so he does have some of those tendencies. I'll bet at work he gets annoyed when someone leaves extra time on the microwave without hitting the clear button.
From Burt on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 23:24:47 from 98.167.151.26
Dude, that does bug me. I mean, come on. All you have to do is hit the clear button. It's not that hard!
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 23:28:16 from 71.219.97.142
I do NOT know. I can NOT stop. I run circles in parking lots, up and down my tiny street, around the park, whatever it takes to make it even. It is a disease.
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 23:29:06 from 71.219.97.142
Oh, and I leave my microwave sitting with seconds on it ALL of the time. That is OKAY.
From sue on Sun, Mar 08, 2009 at 10:19:26 from 75.169.89.157
I admire anyone who runs in
Arizona, although I bet the winters are a lot nicer than the freezing mornings in Utah. Good Job Burt, you are a speedster. It looks like right now you could blow a couple of your times out of the water!
From montelepsy on Mon, Mar 09, 2009 at 01:00:39 from 155.85.58.253
Wow Burt. Your pace is dropping at an amazing pace.
Tue, Mar 10, 2009
Total Distance
6.20
A new 10k PR! This wasn't a race, but I managed to run 10,000 meters faster than I ever have. I didn't mean to run so fast. I just felt real good this morning. I still have my Garmin set to alert me after every 8 minutes and 15 seconds. I figured that sounded just about right because I wanted to run 6.2 miles. But I never got close to that. Most of the time I start out fast, and then slow down until I manage to average what I think I'm going to. This morning I just felt fresh and ready to run. Below is the breakdown.
Time: 48:50 (avg. pace 7:52) PR by 1 minute
Splits:
1 mile - 7:34
2 mile - 7:47
3 mile - 8:05
4 mile - 8:12
5 mile - 7:55
6 mile - 7:46
0.2 miles - 1:31 (7:22 avg.)
Somebody give me a medal!
Weight: 195.00
Comments
From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 12:20:14 from 204.17.31.126
According to the race predictor you can run the St George Marathon in 3:37:54 and run a flat half marathon in 1:47:45. Looks like you are well on your way to hitting your short term goals. Seems like you could possibly BQ for next year.
From montelepsy on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 13:09:52 from 155.85.58.253
Dude... way cool!
From Burt on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 16:05:42 from 68.76.197.194
I think it would take at least a solid year of training, 60 miles a week, running 6 days a week, like Sasha says. There's just a little thing I lack right now, and that's dedication. But I'm trying to get better. I don't want to run another marathon until I think I can qualify for Boston.
From Michelle N. on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 16:07:58 from 75.162.244.89
I can't believe how much you have improved over such a short period of time. You are kicking some butt! Awesome!
From jun on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 16:11:14 from 66.239.250.209
You didn't just beat it, you crushed it. Nice job. Don't you just love days like this?
From Rhett on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 16:54:46 from 170.215.58.122
Way to go! You're on fire!!!
From sam on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 17:01:02 from 90.195.99.135
way to go Burt, thats fantastic, so just imagine if you raced soon, you would break it again for sure, wow its just great when your buzzing like that.
From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 17:11:38 from 204.17.31.126
I was thinking 3:30 would qualify, now I see It is a bit lower than that.
From Burt on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 17:37:22 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks, everyone. You all inspire me.
From James W on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 18:12:21 from 12.151.72.1
Nice run, Burt. I think that the consistent training is starting to pay dividends (as is the weight loss!). Keep up the good work and you will continue to see your times go down.
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 18:12:21 from 71.219.87.34
Wow, Burt, that is awesome. You really are doing great.
So, your BQ time is 3:15?? With how fast you have gotten thus far (and quickly, I might add), you could totally do it!! You have us all rooting for you.
From Eric Day on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 20:11:41 from 189.192.207.151
Burt, you can do a sub 1:46 HM. My best time for 10k is 49 and I did 1:46 in HM; so if you did 48 min in 10k, I bet you could do a sub 1:46 HM.
Good workout & excellent time!
From Smooth on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 23:55:38 from 71.36.65.79
WooHoo!!! Gotta love PR day like yours. WOW, great splits and impressive improvement. WAY TO GO!!! Keep it up! More PRs coming your way!
Wed, Mar 11, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
My joints are still a little achy from yesterday's all out performance, but I feel good. When I started to run, my body wanted to go all out again, so I had to force myself to slow down.
Time: 22:52 (avg. pace 7:37)
Splits:
1 mile - 7:46
2 mile - 7:56
3 mile - 7:10
I decided to run a little extra today to get that even number for K-Steph's sake.
Weight: 196.00
Comments
From Marion on Wed, Mar 11, 2009 at 23:40:36 from 71.213.111.77
Nice speed man! WOW! Sorry about the aches and pains :( Boy these bodies can be a bit whiny sometimes :p
From Lucia on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 08:21:58 from 74.9.147.114
Great pace speedy! It's good to force yourself to slow down sometimes... otherwise you end up like me... :)
From Ben on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 11:33:59 from 209.33.248.15
I'm new to this blog. You were the first to comment on my page. Keep up the good running results.
From Burt on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 11:57:08 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks gals.
Ben - There are quite a few members of the blog from the St. George area. You can click on Other Blogs and do a search for them by city. You may even know some of them. Also, since there is already a member of the blog named Ben, when you enter your name in the Name column while you try and comment on someone else's blog, it links to the other Ben. Try entering 'inspiredrunner' in the name column or your blog URL in the Blog web address column. Thanks for the comment!
From azdesertmonsoon on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 12:34:40 from 204.17.31.126
Burt was the first to comment on my blog as well. He is quite the social butterfly on the blog.
From rattletrap on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 12:37:29 from 70.192.69.153
That's an awesome pace, especially considering you slowed yourself down on purpose! Way to go with the PR on yesterday's training run! Here's your medal:
From Lucia on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 12:39:43 from 74.9.147.114
Yeah, Burt is pretty awesome... but I won't call him the best fastrunning blogger until he shaves his chest writing "FRB" :)
From MichelleL on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 13:03:01 from 67.41.191.61
Lucia - how 'bout you shave it into your legs? That'd be a cute look :)
I have painted it on my legs, so that should get me into the top 5 (Provo 10 miler: FRB on one side, St G RC on the other).
From Burt on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 15:37:15 from 68.76.197.194
Social butterfly. I've been called a butterfly before. See Lybi's blog: http://lybi.fastrunningblog.com/blog-07-26-2008.html
Thanks for the medal, Mike! I am a rockstar, and I'm getting my game on.
Rocket - wait 'til you see tonight's entry...
Michelle - a nice tattoo would bump you up a few more spots. Or maybe some warrior face paint.
From montelepsy on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 15:44:39 from 155.85.58.253
Smokin' pace ButterFlyMan! BF makes me think of the SNL sketch with the scarlet letter.
From Burt on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 16:00:59 from 68.76.197.194
I remember that one. It was a bit irreverant. It seemed to make the audience a bit uncomfortable, like "are we allowed to laugh?"
From montelepsy on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 16:07:36 from 155.85.58.253
It was quite shocking for network tv. I nearly fell over.
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 18:23:09 from 71.219.76.202
What kind of cheerios do you eat????
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 18:34:43 from 71.219.76.202
Oh, and thanks for the EVEN day, it was really getting to me. I forgot to mention that in the first post, I got distracted by a screaming 4 year old.
And i agree with shaving FRB into your chest. DO IT!
From Burt on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 22:45:18 from 98.167.151.26
So, Kelli. You knew I was talking about you? What if I said K-dawg?
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 23:48:12 from 71.219.76.202
I am brighter than I appear some of the time, like when there is a full moon and the stars align perfectly!
K-dawg, that is just my FAVORITE nick name ever! I am such a ghetto rapper, it fits.
Thu, Mar 12, 2009
Total Distance
10.36
I finally got David Hasselhoff to shave FRB into his chest hair. Don't ask me how.
********************************************
Another long Thursday run! I drove to a local supermarket and parked my vehicle. Then I got out, made like I was going to walk inside, turned and walked out to the street, stretched a little, and took off home.
Time: 1:31:19 (avg. pace 8:49)
Splits:
1 mile - 7:43
2 mile - 7:45
3 mile - 8:06
4 mile - 8:24
5 mile - 8:39
6 mile - 8:52
7 mile - 9:09
8 mile - 9:18
9 mile - 9:40
10 mile - 9:54
0.36 mile - 3:50 (10:31 avg.)
That last mile and a half was killer. Serious lack of feul. I started having doubts after 6 miles, but then I thought, "If I have my wife come get me, I'll probably be able to run another 2 miles before she even gets to me. Then I'll only have 2 miles to go, and that will be lame." I decided to tough it out. When I got to where I had about 2.6 miles to go I got excited and knew I could make it. I'm pretty sore right now and don't have much of an appetite for the delicious salmon and rice dinner my wonderful wife cooked. She's the best. (I need to let her know there's a reason I'm not eating, and it has nothing to do with her cooking.) ((She does cook really well on the serious side.))
Why do we blog our runs? For prosperity? To keep track of our training? Are we social butterflies? Are there stories to be told, memories to keep? The most memorable part about tonight's run was seeing this thing lying along the side of the road. It was a familiar shape, and I saw it while I was driving this morning, too. I thought, "It can't be that." I made up my mind that it was a rusty old trailer hitch. But as I ran by it this evening, it was unmistakable. While I can't say what it was, because this is a family safe site, I can say that I have never seen one in real life. It was terrifying. That's all for now.
Weight: 192.00
Comments
From montelepsy on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 12:54:43 from 155.85.58.253
Burt, it is your civic duty to go back and throw the rusty trailer hitch away. Go do it before some kid sees it!
From Michelle N. on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 13:00:10 from 75.162.244.89
Oh my!!! That is funny. I wonder why it was on the side of the road? Don't want to know. Great running! Your miles are super lately.
From Lucia on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 14:37:09 from 74.9.147.114
Oh my that is sooooo funny! I used to loooove his TV series... In Argentina it was called "El Auto Fantastico"
Nice running!
From Bonnie on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 14:57:41 from 128.196.228.134
Sick Burt ... that is all I can say.
From James W on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 17:07:57 from 12.151.72.1
For the life of me, I can't figure out what you are referring to on the side of the road. Am I just that naive? BTW, the picture of the "hoff" - just sick and wrong. Nice job on gutting out the long run,though.
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 20:57:06 from 71.219.76.202
Okay, James, thanks for not making me feel dumb as I have absolutely no clue myself. I have a very clean, untainted mind and, therefore, can never figure this things out unless they are spelled out to me.
Great run Mr Burt. You are awesome. But why did you fake like you were going grocery shopping? Who cares if you park there and go run? Maybe you need to park at a Wal Mart, they do not care WHO or WHAT parks in there parking lot.
And when you figure out why we BLOG, let me know. I am baffled. I used to do it to complain, but since my resolution to NOT complain, i have no clue why I bother!
Have a great weekend and tell Mr Hasslehoff he rules!
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 20:58:05 from 71.219.76.202
Oh, and next time please make yourself run just .14 more for the sake of the your OCD blog reader. I can not handle it! (Was my math right there?)
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 21:03:14 from 71.219.76.202
Okay, sorry, I am back again. I just went back to read all of your posts for the year to check on something. HOLY CRUD, you have lost a lot of weight! 26 pounds since January----you ROCK! I can not make my lazy self lose a pound, and you have lost 26. YOU ARE SO COOL AND SO MY HERO. Great job, Burt.
And I saw some pictures I had missed. You have cute kids! I love the ones of you and your daughter stretching by the van, love it.
Okay, I think I am NOW done. This is what happens when I am bored on a Friday night because my husband neglected date night.
From azdesertmonsoon on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 at 21:15:44 from 63.228.146.159
Don't hassle the Hoff.
From Burt on Sat, Mar 14, 2009 at 00:25:26 from 98.167.151.26
Mike - I wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole. In fact, ...nevermind.
Michelle - your guess is as good as mine.
Rocket - who doesn't love Knight Rider?
Bonnie - I know. This post started out gross and ended up sick.
Adonnis - Best you remain in your naivity.
Kelli - I had my stereo stolen at Applebee's. And it was date night. Aren't we encouraged to date? So maybe it's a good thing Scott didn't take you out. Good job on the math for the even run, but I was at 222 Jan. 1st. Per this entry I'm 192. That's 30 lbs. But as long as you keep feeding my ego, your math skills aren't important.
AZDM - his best role was The SpongeBob SquarePants movie.
From azdesertmonsoon on Sat, Mar 14, 2009 at 02:36:15 from 63.228.146.159
So what if there is video of him drunk trying to eat a samich or that he attacked some chandelier in a hotel. He practically single-handedly brought down the Berlin wall.
From Burt on Sat, Mar 14, 2009 at 11:41:20 from 98.167.151.26
You're right. He's such a humanitarian. You really have to overlook the little things. Drunken rampages in front of his kids pale in comparison to what he has done for society.
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 14, 2009 at 12:31:42 from 71.219.76.202
I guess I did not go back far enough in January, the first January post I saw said 218 (so my math was right, I just looked at the wrong number). WOW, 30 pounds! That is more than 10 pounds a month! YOU are a superstar for sure. What are you trying to get to and HOW do you get it to keep coming off? Let me guess, you do not eat brownies when you run, you just give them to other people?!?
I missed the chandelier episode, but the guy is WEIRD. He is a judge on some reality show and he is so out there, even more than Paula Abdul!
From Lily on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 11:48:04 from 160.7.232.225
LOL holy shmoly!
From Lyns on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 16:51:37 from 75.162.104.51
ha ha you are in with all the celebs Burt! BTW- nice work on the 10 mile run.
From Scott Wesemann on Thu, Apr 08, 2010 at 01:23:55 from 75.165.253.111
How did I miss this post? This may be the best blog in the history of FRB. HA!!! That picture is just great.
Hey Burt, I think I know what you saw out there, and if I am right I ran into one of those sitting next to a payphone (do they have payphones anymore?) while I was a missionary in Florida. SO GROSS! I can't even begin to imagine how or why it was there. The trailer hitch tipped me off.
Fri, Mar 13, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
10.5 mile bike ride to get my truck. Luckily it was still there, unscathed and unharmed.
Weight: 0.00
Sat, Mar 14, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
The other day an ex-coworker and friend of mine Gabe sent me an email. He works in Coolidge and the building right across the street from where he works and where he parks his car collapsed about 5 minutes after he left. Here is what I think really happened.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 14, 2009 at 13:20:39 from 71.219.76.202
Where do you find the time??? (Really, how do you do all of that stuff? I am lucky if I can figure out how to post a picture.)
Me and my typos and math errors are off to make a spinach smoothie. Later gator.
From sam on Sun, Mar 15, 2009 at 18:13:58 from 90.201.147.253
thats so funny hahahahaha :P
Kelli I am the same, do type and havent a clue on posting pics, I have tried but having the time to figure it out is just not possible. :)
Tue, Mar 17, 2009
Total Distance
3.42
I had this big giant root beer float last night, and I'm still feeling the effects of it. It took me forever to get going this morning. I don't mean running; I mean getting out the door. I haven't run since last Thursday. My legs were pretty thrashed after my 10 mile run, so I took a few days off to recover. I didn't run yesterday because I didn't get up on time. All this being said, I feel fully recovered (other than a mass of gooey creamy goodness in my belly), and I've been toying with near 7 minute miles on my short runs. So this morning I wanted to get at least one sub 7 minute mile. I decided it would be easiest to do it on my first mile. True to form, after starting out real fast, I slowed down quite a bit. Below are the splits:
Time: (25:12, avg. pace 7:22)
Splits:
1 mile - 6:57
2 mile - 7:31
3 mile - 7:17
0.1 mile - 45 scconds (7:33 avg.) (Total time for 5k - 22:30 - New PR!!)
0.32 mile cooldown - 2:43 (8:29 avg)
Finish time: 7:30am
Temp: 55
So I got another unofficial PR. This time for the 5k. I highly recommend a giant root beer float before every race.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Marion on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 12:03:57 from 71.219.49.37
Root beer floats are SO yoummy :) Good of you to get out today :) Hey- I just noticed, you joined the blog on my husbands 40th birthday :)
From Burt on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 12:15:04 from 68.76.197.194
Wow, he's old! JK! I just noticed that I've been a member of the blog longer than you, and you're way more popular than me.
From Marion on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 12:17:28 from 71.219.49.37
Oh, I don't know about that. I just blabber more :)
From Marion on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 12:20:04 from 71.219.49.37
Bloody Speedy 5k! Dang it Sir, you are a royal SUPER HERO!!! (I don't know what that means, but take it from the popular kid, it's cool ;)
From rattletrap on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 12:20:53 from 70.192.31.124
Way to go! That's awesome that you were able to finish that third mile faster than the second. So what brand of rootbeer do you use in your new secret weapon?
From Burt on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 12:47:12 from 68.76.197.194
Marion - it sure sounded cool.
Mike - Nothing's so smooth and creamy, as A&W.
From twinkies on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 17:31:34 from 63.241.173.64
Nice PR. I don't think I have ever had root beer floats before a race. I'll have to try it.
From James W on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 17:42:31 from 12.151.72.1
Whats up with you running all these PR's in training runs?! Save some of that mojo for your actual races. Are you going to do Pat's Run? Seriously, nice job. Just make sure you don't overdo it on the training runs. If you're feeling too plucky, just increase your miles (slowly, of course).
From Burt on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 17:57:07 from 68.76.197.194
What could be better with root beer floats than a couple of Twinkies? That's probably a good idea James. I think I am going to run Pat's Run this year. Thanks for reminding me. I also want to do the Havasu Half, and I found a duathlon up in Chino Valley.
From rattletrap on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 18:08:51 from 70.192.198.249
Its a new twist on the burrito mile: The Rootbeer Float 5k
Sounds like a fun event :)
From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 18:11:43 from 204.17.31.126
the best thing about A&W is the frozen glasses.
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 18:51:12 from 71.219.76.202
AWESOME Burt. I can hardly wait until you run a real race and get MAJOR PR (you know how much faster a runner goes when being chased!!!)
I love Root Beer floats--with Diet A&W and 1/2 the fat ice cream. Semi-healthy!
From Burt on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 19:01:03 from 68.76.197.194
Rattletrap - I saw that from the link on Allie's blog. Crazy.
AZDM - you live pretty close to the A&W on Signal Butte and Baseline. I used to be one of their regulars.
Kelli - Ice cream in any diet soda turns it all crystally. (Is that a word?) Yuck. You so crazy.
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 19:02:02 from 71.219.76.202
I just have to show you how HEALTHY I am (do not tell anyone I ate a plate of sugar cookies after lunch!)
From Smooth on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 19:07:37 from 71.36.65.79
Kelli, YOU DID WHAT???
Burt, CONGRATS on another unofficial PR! Keep up the good work, you speedy pants!
From rattletrap on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 19:24:20 from 70.192.198.249
Crazy for sure. Once I ate 2 of those monster burritos from Taco DelMar on a bet. There's no way I could have run anywhere but the restroom after that! I think I could do the rootbeer float 5k; the only thing that worries me about that is the brainfreeze :)
From Burt on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 19:24:30 from 68.76.197.194
Busted!
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 19:56:22 from 71.219.76.202
I was NATURALLY kidding!! I only ate 2 and they were small, promise.
From JulieW on Wed, Mar 18, 2009 at 12:18:22 from 167.239.202.1
My husband is addicted to Coke Zero floats. He claims it gets ice cystals like a slushy, that other sodas just dont do. :)
From Burt on Wed, Mar 18, 2009 at 12:46:47 from 68.76.197.194
Okay, the Root Beer float slushes at Sonic are to die for, but generally when the soda takes away the cream and converts it to crystals, that just defeats the purpose of it.
From Kelli on Wed, Mar 18, 2009 at 13:48:10 from 71.219.76.202
That is just funny becasue I like the crystals, it is the best part! Maybe I have not had a REAL RB Float in so long that I just can not remember what they taste like when they are not diet!?!
From montelepsy on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 14:10:52 from 155.85.58.253
Wow! Imagine if you took time to warm up and then run it like a 5k...
...and had 2 floats instead of one.
From Steve P on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 15:18:24 from 66.60.122.152
Hi Burt,
Nice job on another PR! I'm sure you'll kill your PR in the next race you run. Good luck with it.
By the way, thanks for your comments on my race and all.
-Steve
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 20:07:46 from 71.219.76.202
Did your root beer float make you forget to run the rest of the week?
I saw your garden (or the beginning of it), looks good. What can you grow in AZ in a garden?
From Burt on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 23:33:46 from 98.167.151.26
Kelli - I find that if I don't run every day, I make it on the Hot Discussion Board more often. People can't spread their comments out on my blog. They're forced to concentrate them in one entry. :)
As far as the garden goes, I don't know. We've never had one before. I remember as a kid for a month my great aunt would go out back east. My brothers and I would have to tend her garden. Every year we would kill it. Flowers - dead. Garden - wilted. Then she'd come back and within two weeks it would be thriving again.
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 00:16:11 from 71.219.76.202
Ah, your methods revealed!
My sister has a big garden, I know she had tomatoes while we were there but I have no clue what else she grows!!! Good luck, I do not have a garden so I am not help. I also kill everything. I barely keep my flower beds alive.
From Bonnie on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 23:46:50 from 71.210.116.151
Hey Burt - I have found root beer floats to be a real fitness booster for me too! Now, thanks to you, I have a hankern' for one right now!
Thu, Mar 19, 2009
Total Distance
13.10
Time: 2:02:29 (avg. pace 9:21) New PR for HM!!
Splits:
1 mile - 8:00 - I wish I could run the whole thing at this pace
2 mile - 7:56 - Still feel really good
3 mile - 8:19 - a guy passed me casually on a bike. I wondered if a Sasha Pachev or a Jeff Shadley could keep up with him.
4 mile - 8:36
5 mile - 8:47
6 mile - 9:10 - Wondering if I should've drank the Cytomix before I ran. The package says to drink 5 fl. oz. after 15 min. of working out, and then repeat at 15 min. intervals. I drank the whole thing at once.
7 mile - 9:23
8 mile - 9:22
9 mile - 9:46 - Saw 8 bunnies on this mile.
10 mile - 10:09
11 mile - 10:28
12 mile - 11:17 - Yes, I was getting slower and slower, but this was in sand.
13 mile - 10:25 - In the parking lot at Rittenhouse and Ellsworth
0.1 mile - 0:53 - Man were my legs burning.
Finish time: 7:30 pm
Temp: 90 when I started. 80 when I finished.
Well, I'm not in the best shape yet to run a good half. 20 miles a week isn't cutting it. My speed is coming along great for shorter races, but I need to put more miles in. I want to run the Havasu Half. It's only 2 weeks away.
Weight: 192.00
Comments
From Marion on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 23:28:29 from 71.213.127.253
Holy smokes Burt! That is amazing :) I love the bunnies... did you talk to them???
From Burt on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 23:36:30 from 98.167.151.26
Marion - I don't know what's crazier; the fact that you talk to animals, or the fact that you expect them to talk back. I was cursing their cute little fluffy tails.
From sam on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 06:03:03 from 78.32.130.9
Burt, that is fantastic well done, and counting bunnies, I talk to myself sometimes especially when it starts to hurt.
I shouted on the 5k race, on the last 0.5k, I think I called myself a fat arse, "come on fat arse" the guys thought it was funny at the finnish, so did I, hahaha lol :)
From Burt on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 11:59:29 from 68.76.197.194
I must admit, Sam, I thought of you when I saw the bunnies because your such a happy bunny. :) Fat arse! Ha!
From Burt on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 12:06:35 from 68.76.197.194
Yikes. I can't believe I used 'your' instead of 'you're'. That's not like me.
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 12:20:59 from 71.219.76.202
Holy crud that is HOT!!! No more running in that heat, your shorts WILL fall off!!! You know you should weigh yourself after a run and drink the same amount of ounces that you lost, right???? Scott loses 6-8 pounds every times he runs, then he has to drink the entire swimming pool.
From Burt on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 12:35:12 from 68.76.197.194
It wasn't too hot.
From camille on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 13:50:52 from 71.223.67.112
nice going Burt. It was that hot yesterday, wasn't it? I was trying to find the temp when I was writing my blog, but I couldn't. (because I wrote my entry a good 3 to 4 hours later and the weather channel wouldn't show me the previous temps for the day). I just remember thinking... good crud, poor Melanie is going to bake to death out here.
From Burt on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 13:58:54 from 68.76.197.194
I know 90 is hot, but it wasn't all that uncomfortable for me for some reason. And I was wearing a long sleeve shirt.
From twinkies on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 18:24:53 from 63.241.173.64
Long sleeves in 90 degree weather is just wrong. I break out the shorts and t-shirt if the temp get above 40. Great run Burt.
From James W on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 23:40:36 from 70.190.199.29
Great job, Burt! Keep up the training, get in more miles, and you will be sure to break 2 hours at the havasu 1/2 (which actually sounds really interesting to me as well - I might have to check it out). Are you driving their with your family or by yourself?
From Burt on Sat, Mar 21, 2009 at 02:05:02 from 98.167.151.26
I'll be going by myself, but I need to swing by Kingman afterwards and pick up a washer and dryer. Thinking about carpooling?
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 21, 2009 at 20:59:20 from 71.219.76.202
You must be a true Arizonian---wearing long sleeves in 90 degrees. I would pass out.
When is your half that you are running?
From Burt on Sat, Mar 21, 2009 at 21:38:47 from 98.167.151.26
Apr. 4th. Conference weekend of course. Why do I always do that?
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 21, 2009 at 21:39:12 from 71.219.76.202
They should know better than to have races on that weekend!
From James W on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 00:13:31 from 208.54.14.115
well, SGM is held every year on conference weekend . . .
From Camille on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 15:44:57 from 71.223.67.112
That is true... and *they* really should know better! Good point James!
From James W on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 12:09:04 from 12.151.72.1
Well, I *was* thinking about doing the race and possibly carpooling with you, but I think that it is not going to happen.
Fri, Mar 20, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
17.7 miles on the bike to work. I almost ran into a cop car. It was a Hot Wheel.
It is not uncommon when I run to lost 4 to 6 lbs. depending on how far I go. I'm sure I was losing some serious weight last night because by the time I got to mile 12 I could barely keep my shorts on.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 12:26:14 from 67.42.27.114
As long as you are losing the fluids to sweat, and not incontinence during your runs its all good.
From Burt on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 12:34:21 from 68.76.197.194
Adult diapers, my friend.
From rattletrap on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 13:53:04 from 24.19.93.139
Do drivers give you more room when they pass if your shorts are falling off?
From Burt on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 13:57:31 from 68.76.197.194
Ha! Depends on gender. Actually the shorts were falling off while I was running and for the most part I tried to stay well off the road.
From rattletrap on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 15:09:14 from 24.19.93.139
Oh. I didn't read your blog yesterday. That was an awesome run, especially in the heat. More mpw will definitely help you maintain your pace further into the run. That's great that you were still able to pick it up a little for the last mile!
From montelepsy on Sat, Mar 21, 2009 at 07:34:22 from 155.85.58.253
You're still having these problems? I thought you were getting suspenders. Tights are another option too. Nice work on the unofficial HM!
From Burt on Sat, Mar 21, 2009 at 15:42:08 from 98.167.151.26
I can just see myself in suspenders holding up my diaper. I look good.
Mon, Mar 23, 2009
Total Distance
5.62
Oh man, I ate too much this weekend. No problems with shorts falling down today. I decided to go nice and easy, and I'm glad I did. I don't think I could've gone much faster. Yesterday the wind kicked up really good. This morning there was still a lot of dust in the air. I could barely see the Superstition Mountains. It made breathing really hard.
Time: 49:09 (avg. pace 8:44)
Weight: 202.00
Comments
From Marion on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 12:10:12 from 71.213.123.102
Nice miles :) Eating too much on the weekends is one hard hill to conquer. I always eat too much on the weekends :(
From Michelle N. on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 12:10:20 from 75.162.237.156
Yuck! At least you aren't in snow. That's right, it is snowing again in the wonderful land of SLC!!! AAHHHH!!!!
From Burt on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 19:41:36 from 68.76.197.194
There's just too much yummy food around lately.
Snowing again? I'm sorry. I'm not surprised. If we get a little change in the weather here (wind), it usually means a big change for our neighbors up north.
From sam on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 06:55:16 from 78.32.130.9
Burt, I know the feeling, I ate slightly too much on sunday, mothers day over here and all that, ended up the Indian for a buffet, why oh why do they do buffet's anyways scaled down my cals as doing less mileage and still feel bloated.
I am sure you will burn it off though burt, we got wind here too...
From Burt on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 10:43:46 from 98.167.151.26
Hey, happy mother's day, Sam! Today was much better as far as wind and pollution.
Tue, Mar 24, 2009
Total Distance
2.96
Time: 22:48 (avg. pace 7:42)
Splits:
1 mile - 7:43
2 mile - 7:54
0.96 mile - 7:10 (7:28 pace)
I went to the Suns game last night. It was a hard fought victory for them. Now if they can just beat the Blazers and the Jazz I will feel a little better about their chances of getting in the playoffs. The most important thing is that they scored over 99 points, which means two free tacos from Jack-in-the-Box. My friend gave me his coupon, so I picked up a late night snack. It was actually my dinner. Again, not too healthy, but delicious.
I wanted to run more today, but I did not have time. It was Mary's first day of track practice, and I had to get her there by 6:45am.
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From montelepsy on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 13:38:18 from 64.235.121.163
Dude you keep just speeding up. It won't be too long before your high school records are dust in the wind.
From marion on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 14:19:29 from 71.213.123.102
Burt- I LOVE tacos! You are making me want to head over to Taco Bell. I do have to say that Jack in the Box makes the WORST tacos in the history of HORRID tacos!!! They have to give them away for free!!! ;D I hope you don't die from eating them :p
From rattletrap on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 14:28:55 from 75.216.171.216
I worked at Jack in the Box in 1987 and they still make those "tacos" the same way: deep fried. That is some seriously nasty food dude.
Then again, I'm thinking about Kim-Chee soup for lunch today so I guess I don't have much room to talk :)
From sam on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 14:31:53 from 90.195.99.147
Hey burt, keep up the good work well done, ace training
ace= good sorry couldnt resist, ;))
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 14:51:29 from 71.219.76.202
You really are getting fast! Too bad you have gotten out of the Clydesdale category, you would be shattering records! So, EAT MORE TACOS!!!!!
I will send my good vibes to the Suns, I hate the Jazz.
Now, seriously, could you not have run to the mailbox and back to make it an even 3??? What will I do with you?
From Burt on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 15:34:27 from 68.76.197.194
Mike - I close my eyes. Only for a moment and the moment's gone...
Marion - LOL! I just ate Taco Bell for lunch. Probably wouldn't have, but someone else was buying.
Other Mike - I don't know why I like them so much. Around the edges the shell is harder than porcelain, and in the middle it's softer than noodles. Maybe it's because they're cheap.
Sam - You are so cracking me up today.
Kelli - I told you I was in a hurry. No time for an extra 0.04 miles. And I almost fell out of my seat from astonishment when I read that you hate the Jazz. I thought everyone in Utah loved the Jazz more than life itself. Why the hate?
From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 16:32:59 from 204.17.31.126
Jack in the Box Taco are chewy/crispy on the edges, but the middle part of the tortilla is soft (because it is fried after it is stuffed and therefore the tortilla is soaked), so they don't break all over the place like those inferior Taco Bell Tacos. and the waxed pouch catches anything that does spill unlike those stupid paper wrapper things at Taco Bell. If you are in search of other calorie dense high fat delectables try the Patty Melt from Whataburger. Sadly it is only available for a limited time.
From Burt on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 16:38:36 from 68.76.197.194
I am finding that you are a wealth of knowledge, AZDM. I'm going to have to get on that Whataburger. Speaking of limited time deals, McDonald's has the McRib Sandwich and Del Taco has the shrimp tacos. Those shrimp tacos are the best! And they must be good for you.
Remeber the episode of the Simpson's when Homer goes on tour with the Rib Heads to follow the Ribwich around the country? That was a good one.
From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 17:28:46 from 204.17.31.126
Your Simpsons knowledge clearly surpasses mine.
I haven't had a McRib Sandwich in years. I seem to remember that they were nothing at all like ribs and were made of processed meat, but because of the sauce I really liked them anyway, lol.
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 18:14:33 from 71.219.76.202
Do you have Taco Time? They make the BEST tacos!!
Okay, this is a long story, but I will make it as short as I can. My dad is a HUGE Celtics fan. None of my 3 brothers liked sports at all so I was the go to person to watch games with my dad. Just to annoy him, I picked a different team to love. You know my age, so can you guess which team I became a fan of??? Anyway, THAT is my team (although they kind of tick me off now so I just do not watch basketball anymore). And as far as the Jazz go, I can not stand Karl Malone (another sad day for the team I LOVED becasue of that idiot). I can not get past him when it comes to the Jazz, so I hate the Jazz. Hate is a strong word---I do not care for the Jazz. Larry Miller was AWESOME, though.
Does that make any sense at all?
From Burt on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 13:17:32 from 98.167.151.26
Yeah it is processed meet in the shape of ribs. I worked at McDonald's for five years. That was the beginning of the end for me.
Kelli - what the heck are you even talking about? Just kidding. My family were Laker fans growing up. That's why I decided to be a Celtic fan.
From Kelli on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 13:20:28 from 71.219.100.181
Ah, I must have given you too many clues. My dad is still a die hard Celtic fan. I loved the Lakers for years, then they "hired" Karl Malone for a minute (and they of course blew it in the play-offs because Karl Malone is the KING of blowing it in the play-offs, that guy stinks at crucial moments!!) Now they are juts a bunch of arrogant jerks, so I just kind of stopped watching basketball. We are going to a Jazz game with the kids in a few weeks (only because it is free to us!)
From Burt on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 13:35:42 from 98.167.151.26
You can thank Jake Voskuhl of the Suns that year for taking Malone out for a good thirty games. Voskuhl was such a clumsy player, he couldn't help but hurt people. Which is why I wish we played him more against Tim Duncan. When I say we, I of course mean the Suns and I, since I am a vital part of the organization.
I watched the Jazz win last night. Wasn't impressed, especially with Boozer. I thought he pimped a dunk for no reason. If you have a break away dunk and you want to do something fancy, by all means, do it. But don't hang on the rim. If you dunk over the top of someone, sure, hang on the rim a bit. Flex your muscles. Stare down your opponent. But last night Boozer was all alone under the basket, got a nice pass, and proceeded to dunk it, twist himself around on the rim, scream with primal rage, and pound his chest. It's like, dude, you dunked it. You're what, 6'10"? Wow. Go you. What statement did you just make? I'm a dork? Anyway, am I boring you yet, Kelli?
From Kelli on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 13:51:23 from 71.219.100.181
Wish I had watched the game so I could make fun so elegantly. But, I went to scouts instead.
Wed, Mar 25, 2009
Total Distance
5.64
Time: 44:32 (avg. pace 7:54)
Splits:
1 mile - 7:39
2 mile - 7:49
3 mile - 8:08
4 mile - 8:03
5 mile - 8:06
0.64 mile - 4:48 (7:32 avg.)
It's a beautiful day out. So beautiful that I decided to take today off from work. Well, that's not the real reason. I felt really good on the run this morning. Even when I got tired I felt like I could push through it. I mailed in my registration for the Havasu Half this morning. It's due today, so I better email them and let them know.
I saw this dead field mouse in the road this morning. It was huge. It was like the size of a rat. No Marion, I did not try to talk to it.
Weight: 195.00
Comments
From Marion on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 12:24:35 from 71.219.59.196
You don't talk to the dead ones! The dead ones are omens. A dead mouse seen while running on the day you enter a 1/2 means an amazing PR :) Very good omen. (it is NOT an omen if you kill the mouse!!)
From Marion on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 12:25:01 from 71.219.59.196
Excellent weight by the way :D
From azdesertmonsoon on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 13:23:02 from 204.17.31.126
A mouse in the desert means Hantavirus - run away!
Thu, Mar 26, 2009
Total Distance
2.96
Time: 22:27 (avg. pace 7:35)
Splits:
1 mile - 7:47
2 mile - 7:48
0.96 mile - 6:52 (7:09 avg.)
It was kind of cool out this morning. I didn't check the temperature, but I'm guessing 53 or so. The last mile felt real good. If only I could maintain this pace for a half marathon.
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From Michelle N. on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 12:49:55 from 75.162.237.156
Oh, you SUCK!:) It was a cool 53 for you and it was snowing sideways here:)
From Burt on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 12:54:57 from 68.76.197.194
Don't be afraid to let me know how you really feel. LOL!!!!! It was so cold!!! BRRR!!!! I almost regretted wearing shorts. hahahahaha!!!
From Michelle N. on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 12:57:36 from 75.162.237.156
53 is PERFECT!!! That is really an ideal temp in my book. Shorts and a tank! I was wearing gloves, ear warmer, and a coat today! Spring WAS here last week. Where did it go?
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 14:49:12 from 71.219.100.181
Great run FAST Burt. I just want you to know that I do not EVER train that fast. I am one of those people that tests well, ya know? I do not have to really study, I just jump in to the test and I come out okay (not 100%, but I pass). I am lucky that way. SO, that is why I am always GENUINELY amazed at your speedy regular running. AND, I am not even warmed up until about 5 miles, that is why I will probably never run a 5k (fear of failure). So, after that explanation, can I say that you are FAST???
From Burt on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 16:47:07 from 68.76.197.194
I think I need to tone it down some because I've got the worst cramp in my left calf. And I had a banana on my pancakes this morning.
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 18:45:18 from 71.219.100.181
At least it is not a brain cramp. Are banana pancakes good???? I like the song, but not so sure about eating them.
From azdesertmonsoon on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 18:51:13 from 63.228.146.159
You're just pretending it's the weekend.
But in all seriousness, waffles are where its at.
From Burt on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 19:52:09 from 68.76.197.194
I had waffles yesterday. Mm-mmm. No bananas on them. I also like to slice up bananas and put them in my cereal.
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 19:55:57 from 71.219.100.181
I just eat them, nothing fancy. Kind of like a monkey.
From Camille on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 21:08:23 from 71.223.67.112
It *was* pretty nice out this morning, wasn't it. It felt really hot this evening (between wind gusts). I can tell summer is on it's way!
From Lucia on Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 09:12:02 from 74.9.147.114
From Sammy on Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 12:08:50 from 90.195.99.182
Hey burt well done or shud I say chicken legs ha haha, great running tho ya shud do a race wens it nxt race???? :))
From Burt on Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 12:17:43 from 68.76.197.194
My next race is Apr. 4th. It's a half marathon. I'm worried because I don't think I've been putting enough miles to do too well.
From Camille on Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 13:18:58 from 71.223.67.112
Don't worry about your time. Just have fun!
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 15:29:07 from 71.219.100.181
Running for fun is better than running for time, and you will probably surprise yourself.
From Burt on Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 15:35:40 from 68.76.197.194
So what you're saying is - don't set the bar too high, that way I'm not overly disappointed when I suck? Doesn't that go against all your little daily quotes?
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 15:42:37 from 71.219.100.181
NOPE, that is not it at all. Go into it with a doable goal, have fun while you are running, and you will see that you will do much better then you ever thought! I am a positive thinker here (most of the time).
In St George I was overly stressed about getting 3:40 (BQ). I wore a pace band and I was constantly checking my time and getting stressed if I was a few seconds off. Then, at mile 9 I got very ill and spent the next 4 miles puking and other stuff. At 13 miles, I was more than 10 minutes behind where I needed to be. So, I decided, after I felt better, that the rest of the race was just for fun. I left Scott and the Garmin, had no clue what pace I was running, and I just enjoyed myself and talked to people and looked at the scenery. It was awesome. Needless to say, I ran an AMAZING negative split and got my BQ. At the finish, I could easiyl have run 5 more miles. I was feeling great. So, HAVE FUN and do not stress and you will do GREAT!!!!
Sat, Mar 28, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
I didn't go running, but I did go on a 10 mile hike with the Boy Scouts. This trail was ranked a 5 out of 5 for difficulty from AZ trails. I'm very sore, but I had a great time. I don't have a real backpacking backpack. I used my sports backpack. Since I'm such a stud, I was able to haul it the whole way, but I will admit, my shoulders are very sore. And my legs are sore. And my feet are sore. And my head is a little sore from a slight sunburn even though I put on sunblock twice. Maybe I'll post pictures later.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Sat, Mar 28, 2009 at 23:53:37 from 71.219.100.181
My brain is sore from reading that. Fun stuff. I hope it was not too hot!
From azdesertmonsoon on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 00:00:28 from 63.228.146.159
Which Trail? If I had to guess I would say Siphon Draw/Flatiron. But if that is the case you aren't giving yourself enough distance, I think that is more like 6, unless you cheated on the starting point.
From Camille on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 00:00:44 from 71.223.67.112
Brandon and I are curious as to which trail you and the boyscouts took.
From Burt on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 00:10:49 from 98.167.151.26
We went about 5 miles south of Superior and then hiked to Devil's Canyon.
From Camille on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 00:13:03 from 71.223.67.112
Brandon says he could hike that in his sleep. LOL With his spranged knee... carrying your backpack.
From Burt on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 00:17:21 from 98.167.151.26
Well, Brandon's an animal. I still think it was hard.
From Burt on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 00:18:19 from 98.167.151.26
You are going to have to explain to me what a spranged knee is though. Is he a robot with springs in his knee joints?
From Camille on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 00:20:05 from 71.223.67.112
Brandon says it's like a spranged ankle... but really, it's what happens when you are at work and your father drops a bunch of wood on your knee while moving lumber. I still love my father in law though... barely. LOL.
It's was really nasty, all black and blue.
From azdesertmonsoon on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 01:17:50 from 63.228.146.159
Did you rappel or jump?
From Burt on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 01:29:12 from 98.167.151.26
Some of the scouts jumped off the 12 foot cliff. I chickened, I mean, opted not to.
From azdesertmonsoon on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 02:26:59 from 63.228.146.159
I think I can explain the spranged knee. When you said Brandon was an animal you stumbled on the answer. He is part tigger and as everyone knows Tigger's exceptional bouncing abilities can be attributed to the fact that Tiggers have tops made of rubber and bottoms made of springs.
From montelepsy on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 10:00:04 from 155.85.58.253
Why do you attempt activities that you aren't equipped for? Running without proper fitting shorts, backpacking with out a proper backpack... Just don't take up skydiving.
From Burt on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 14:36:48 from 98.167.151.26
I'm just a glutton for punishment. Skydiving...now there's an idea.
From sam on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 14:43:59 from 90.195.99.182
Cool I love hiking, not sure on skydiving though, too much cold air LOL.
Sounds like me, with this will make do idea, hahahaha
I thought my sons back pack would do for carrying my water once on a long run, blisters on my back, not sure hubby was convinced it was the backpack LOL :)
From Tracy1 on Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 16:18:39 from 63.230.18.211
Wow, those boy scouts will keep you going and young...along with the running of course!!!
From sam on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 13:29:28 from 90.195.99.182
Hey Cool picture, Id love to live somewhere near great places like that!
well done on hiking for so long, I would have gotten bored and started running LOL
:)
From Burt on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 13:34:22 from 68.76.197.194
Yeah, I thought about running, but I'm glad I didn't because I was spent. I've got all kinds of Kelli-like blisters today, scraped up arms from catclaws, a bruised ankle from who-knows-what, and bruised shoulders from my pack. I'll try to get a little running in tonight, but I'm not promising anything.
From Kelli on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 14:35:53 from 71.219.100.181
That is a cool picture, worth the blisters and stuff!
From Camille on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 14:47:46 from 75.171.106.195
nice picture. Are you in the scouts? Or did you go because your son is?
From Burt on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 15:49:14 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli - like we all don't get blisters. Just picking on you because you made a fuss over them.
Camille - because my son is in it. We got to use my big van though, which you know and love.
From Kelli on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 18:16:15 from 71.219.100.181
I have actually been surprised at how many of my running friends never get blisters (or lose toenails). They apparently have gifted feet, or blessed or something like that.
From Julie on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 18:30:56 from 216.160.236.43
What a great picture. The blisters would be worth seeing that.
From Burt on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 18:58:19 from 68.76.197.194
There are more pictures on my Facebook. But since Kelli and Sam are my only friends, they're the only ones priviliged enough to see them. lol
From Kelli on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 18:59:51 from 71.219.100.181
Hmmm....I am not your friend anymore. I got deleted. Maybe your wife could not figure out who I was???
From Burt on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 19:04:55 from 68.76.197.194
Hum. That's wierd. I don't think she would've done that even if she didn't know who you were. She's used to me adding friends on there all the time. LOL.
From Burt on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 19:06:11 from 68.76.197.194
There, I re-added you.
From Kelli on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 19:15:12 from 71.219.100.181
Maybe I deleted her. Na...I would not have done that!!! Thanks.
That hike looked HARD, and that is not just because you were with a bunch of scouts. But it looked like you were having fun. And it actually looked pretty and I do not think much of AZ is pretty (kind of like Utah----ugly desert).
From Burt on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 19:18:28 from 68.76.197.194
I guess I'm wierd because I think the desert is beautiful. Sure, there are other more beautiful places on this Earth, but I love the desert. That being said, I think you have seriously hurt AZDM's feelings.
From Kelli on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 19:22:24 from 71.219.100.181
I did??? I don't even know what I said.
The sunrise in the desert when we were running Del Sol was very pretty, but I saw so much UGLY, too. I guess it is just a different kind of beauty (or maybe I saw the wrong parts, I have only been there once). I am used to Utah Mountains! Like I said, Utah has a lot of ugly parts, too!
From Sue on Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 19:42:52 from 75.169.89.51
Cool pics! I wanted to make a comment about you kicking one of the Boy Scouts like you did with my picture but it just wouldn't work:) No kicking in sight. Looks like you guys had fun!
From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 16:22:21 from 204.17.31.126
Beauty comes with intimacy and understanding and I get that most people haven't spent the time to understand the desert enough to appreciate it.
Take running for example. A non-runner makes the typical joke about how the only time they would run is if they are being chased and think they are very funny. It really isn't that they hate running, they just don't understand running because they have never given it a chance or put in the effort and so don't get why anyone would do it.
People who say the desert is ugly generally haven't seen a field of mexican gold poppies in full bloom, seen Queen of the Night flowers blooming on their single night of the year, or learned about much of the other incredible biodiversity found here.
From Camille on Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 16:36:51 from 75.171.106.195
Kelli - I use to think the desert was ugly as well. This was when I was younger. Now, I think it is gorgious. It's just like Azdesertmonsoon says. I think you have to really look and appreciate it and then you will realize how beautiful it is. I think we live in one of the most beautiful states in the US.
AZdes-that was beautiful!
From Burt on Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 17:42:54 from 68.76.197.194
See Kelli? Now do you know what you said? That's why I deleted you. (Just kidding.)
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 18:20:40 from 71.219.100.181
I actually figured it out while I was trying to fall asleep last night. I was so worried I had offended someone!!! Here is the funny thing, and juts one more example of my stupidity, every time I read azdesertmonsoon I think it says DESSERT not desert. I have a one track mind...
Okay, I will give in on this one. The AZ desert is beautiful! I did see the most amazing sunset with cacti in the background and the last area we ran in (I forget the name) was very pretty, and Burt's hiking pictures are very cool!!! The Utah desert on the other hand is very ugly (aside from St George). When you leave Salt Lake and drive to St George it is just plain UGLY every where in between. Now I have offended half of the blog!!!!
Can I say that I wanted to take a picture of that sunset in AZ so bad, but I was driving and everyone else was sleeping. I was afraid I would crash if I took it while driving and I was afraid if I stopped everyone would wake up and yell at me. I do not even know where I was, somewhere between our 2nd set of legs and 3rd (the LDS church). It was breathtaking!
From Burt on Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 18:28:33 from 68.76.197.194
Glad I cause you a restless night's sleep. :)
From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 20:03:06 from 204.17.31.126
Yeah, I kind of regret picking such a long obscure name. I'm glad we were able to convince you of the beauty of the desert.
From Kelli on Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 23:41:00 from 71.219.100.181
Wow, that queen of the night is AMAZING!
Okay, you desert lovers win!!!! I GIVE!!!!
Wed, Apr 01, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
APRIL FOOLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (I originally put that I ran 223.75 miles today.)
Seriously though. I rode my bike to work.
*AM Ride*
Distance: 17.53 miles
Time: 1:04:24
Avg. speed: 16.33 mph
Max speed: 23.5 mph
*PM Ride*
Distance: 17.53 miles
Time: 1:10:43
Avg. speed: 14.9 mph
Max speed: 22.6 mph
On the way home I have about a 150 foot climb in 6 miles before I turn and go south. Today the climb felt so easy. I thought I must be getting really strong. Then when I turned south I realized why it was so easy. Major wind pushing me. Going home the remaining 11.5 miles in the wind was not fun.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From rattletrap on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 12:34:09 from 70.193.135.245
Way to go Burt! 223.75 - Top of the mileage chart for the week!
That is a pretty good time on the bike as well.
From Michelle N. on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 12:39:51 from 75.162.116.100
You ought to change it to something like 90 miles so that you have everyone on the blog checking it because that is actually realistic. You'd have like 600 monthly visits at the top:)
From Eric Day on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 13:35:11 from 189.192.114.137
Go Burt, go Burt, go Burt
From Lucia on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 13:47:14 from 74.9.147.114
Wow, talk about an ultrarunner! :)
From allie on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 14:08:48 from 208.110.141.10
you deserve the rest of the month off
From Jon on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 14:37:21 from 138.64.2.76
Sweet!
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 16:20:31 from 71.219.100.181
At least you spelled rode right!
Good job.
From james on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 16:36:44 from 155.101.96.171
Oh man, you took my idea.
From Burt on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 16:57:21 from 68.76.197.194
Mike - No one's gonna touch that.
Michelle - 223.75 is totally realistic.
Eric - I'm like Forrest Gump.
Lucia - Nevels and Crocket got nothing on me.
Allie - I've already had enough time off.
Jon - Like Napoleon Dynamite sweet?
Kelli - what are you talking about? Did I spell the rest of the words wrong?
James - you snooze, you lose, my friend. Besides, had you done it, people would believe it.
From edrickt on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 18:05:03 from 64.2.220.135
You should have just added a zero and topped the mileage board for the year. Nice job!
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 01, 2009 at 18:24:40 from 71.219.66.112
I did not even notice the miles, I wondered what everyone was talking about. FUNNY.
I spelled rode wrong yesterday, that is all.
Thu, Apr 02, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From rattletrap on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 00:54:26 from 24.19.93.139
Awesome pics!
From Burt on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 00:57:20 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks. Man! You've been doing your runs pretty early. You better get to bed soon.
From rattletrap on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 01:00:48 from 24.19.93.139
Tomorrow is my day of rest...and massage :) I get to sleep in until 7:30!
From Lucia on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 09:09:43 from 74.9.147.114
Too much fun! Now running on your fours with three girls on your back should count as double miles!
From montelepsy on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 16:27:49 from 64.235.121.163
My turn!
From marion on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 21:10:35 from 71.219.53.61
What cute girls you've got! There is nothing like the loves of a little one right in your face. Baby kisses are the BEST!!
From KellyP on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 21:33:18 from 66.141.92.39
I remember those days with my son. Now that he is 14, my back just cringes to imagine.
From Vickie on Sat, Apr 04, 2009 at 22:29:29 from 98.167.151.26
What he didn't post was the pictures of our 11 and 9 year olds on his back. Truly back breaking!!!
From Lucia on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 09:37:50 from 74.9.147.114
Y'all should sign up for a piggyback running competition! :)
Fri, Apr 03, 2009
Total Distance
2.00
First time running in over a week. I tweeked my ankle some how on the hike last week, so I've been taking it easy so as to not re-aggravate it. It felt good yesterday, and I wanted to go running, but my kids' AIMS testing threw my schedule off. So I went on a nice easy 2 mile run this morning to run at my HM pace. I'm thinking I should shoot for 8:15's. My ankle felt a little tweeky at first, but after the first mile it felt good. Time - 16:28.
Weight: 196.00
Comments
From Bonnie on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 12:31:58 from 71.210.121.51
Good luck Burt ... I hope the wind dies down for tomorrow (or that the canyon shields you a little)!
From Burt on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 12:34:39 from 68.76.197.194
What are you talking about? There are no canyons in Lake Havasu. Are there?
From Bonnie on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 12:48:53 from 71.210.121.51
my bad ... you would know better than me, for some reason when I was thinking about driving up there I thought I read "canyon" somewhere ... I probably got it mixed up with "canyonlands" that Carolyn in Colorado was running (old age does that to a woman). ;-). Regardless, I hope the winds die down for you!
From Burt on Fri, Apr 03, 2009 at 12:55:13 from 68.76.197.194
Old age? You don't run like you're old. The wind here is fine. I don't know about Havasu. I should ask Rhett.
From Kelli on Sat, Apr 04, 2009 at 12:23:10 from 71.219.66.112
I think you can do 8:15 easy. EASY
Cute pictures yesterday, BTW.
From Burt on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 11:56:59 from 74.33.7.40
8:18's, but it wasn't easy.
From Bonnie on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 18:26:45 from 71.210.121.51
Burt, you are a slacker ... where is your race report? Cute family schmamily (not really) - but don't forget us out here in the bloggosphere.
I hope you did well and are recovering nicely.
Sat, Apr 04, 2009
Race:
Havasu Half (13.1 Miles) 01:49:00, Place overall: 59, Place in age division: 14
Total Distance
13.10
Every couple of weeks I recieve an email from the Arizona RunningEvents Co. with a listing of various upcoming races. One that intrigued me because I grew up in Kingman and lived 60 miles away was the Havasu Half marathon. When my wife told me that I needed to drive to Kingman sometime to pick up a washing machine and dryer from my mother-in-law's, I figured I had a good excuse to make the trip. I could just stay the night at her house or my mother's house and drive up early the morning of the race. Of course it would be much more convenient to stay in Lake Havasu City for the night, but who do I know in Havasu? Rhett. I wonder if he would be cool enough to let a stranger from the blog stay the night at his house. Turns out he is super cool. He not only let me stay the night, he offered me dinner, gave me the whole downstairs to stay in with my own room, bathroom, gameroom, gave me breakfast, drove me to the race and back, and gave me lunch. He has an awesome family. Of course he's a HPGL and I'm just a lowly second assistant. Rhett had a great race. So did his wife and kid, Chase. Go to his blog to see his report.
On to my report: It's been very windy in the whole state of AZ the last week or so. The night before we were pretty worried because it was blowing pretty good. But for the most part it blows in the afternoon. Come race time it wasn't too bad. We arrived about a half hour before the race started. The announcer told everyone to toe the line with the faster runners up front and the slowest runners near the back. Literally no one went to the front. Knowing that this wasn't a chipped race, I moved up to about 20 feet behind the start line. There were 301 runners in the race. With two minutes to go there were only about 5 guys at the start, so I moved right behind Dan Kuch (the eventual winner of the race.)
1 mile - 7:33 - The time I was shooting for was 1:50:00. That would be an overall average of 8:24. I didn't want to start out so fast, but it's hard not to when you're up front. The bad thing about being up front is you get passed more than you pass.
2 mile - 8:11 - The first three miles were around the island. I made up my mind beforehand to take a little drink alternating between water and Gatorade at each aid station. Normally I skip the first couple of aid stations thinking I'm good, but then I crash. The first aid station was at 1.25. I just couldn't. Knowing there were a ton of aid stations along the course I skipped the first one.
3 mile - 8:04 - My wife's going to kill me when she reads this part. Two ladies passed me. One of them had a very nice athletic body and looked to be in very good shape. The other one didn't. I wondered how she was able to maintain the pace she was at for these first three miles. I stayed behind them until they stopped to get water at 4.5. Then I never saw the not-so-toned lady again.
4 mile - 8:15 - At about 4.75 we crossed over the London Bridge. That was one of the coolest parts of the race.
5 mile - 8:10 - Somewhere along here a sweet old lady caught up with me. Her name was Wendy. She was making sure all the volunteers were doing their job and cheering us on. She also thanked every single one of them for being there. I ran with her until mile 9 when she dropped me. (She ended up beating me by 1:55) Turns out she is in Rhett's ward at church.
6 mile - 8:22 - From mile 5 to mile 8.5 we were running into the wind. It wasn't too bad, but still noticeable. So far all of my miles were under the 8:24 pace.
7 mile: - 8:25 - First mile over my goal pace. I knew we were getting close to the turn around and I figured we would be seeing Dan Kuch pretty soon. As soon as I voiced this to Wendy, there he was, right on cue.
8 mile - 8:41 - Saw Rhett coming back. He was in sixth place. Wendy was about 10 feet ahead of me. She went to give him 5. He seemed to be scared that his hand would fall off so I think he purposely missed. I put my had out to give him 5 and made sure just to lightly touch his finger tips.
9 mile - 8:18 - I reached the turn around and now the wind was blowing against my back. Funny thing when it does that; you can't even feel it. It's so much quieter, too. But you can also feel the sun beating down on you. Luckily it was only 68 degrees, but it felt warm.
10 mile - 8:14 - For the first time I started passing people. That was kind of nice. But I got passed by two guys. I'm starting to think my strategy of taking waters and Gatorades, keeping myself feuled, was paying off.
11 mile - 8:40 - Second slowest mile of the race. However, I start to think I'm going to smash my goal time of 1:50:00.
12 mile - 8:39 - See that I'm still on pace, but then I remember that after mile 13 there is still another 0.1 miles and that's another 48 seconds at an 8 min/mi pace.
13 mile - 8:29 - We run back over the London Bridge. I've got a guy hot on my tail. Trying to stay strong to hold him off.
0.14 miles to finish - 55 seconds (6:49 pace) - The guy is still pretty close behind me, but far enough to where I think I can hold him off if I finish strong. He would have to run at a total sprint to catch me, and after 13 miles, I don't think he can. I beat him by 10 seconds. More importantly I beat my goal time of 1:50:00 by a full minute and PR'ed by over 16 minutes! I'm a happy bunny.
Well, now I've run London's Run half marathon. That's a run for little London Solomon who died of cancer. I've run a half marathon over the London Bridge. I guess the only thing left is for me to run a half marathon in London England!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Marion on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 21:22:35 from 71.213.113.191
Hot Dog! Nice race!!! Are the other 10 miles a blur?
From Kelli on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 21:28:17 from 71.219.95.20
....and then his wife killed him because she was reading over his shoulder while he typed and saw the mile 3 talk...
From Burt on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 21:36:36 from 98.167.151.26
Let me finish!
From Kelli on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 21:41:43 from 71.219.95.20
Nope, not patient enough. HURRY....what is this with giving us a few miles at a time?
Honestly, how do you people remember so many details of each mile? It blows me away. I remember a detail here and there, but I am mostly oblivious.
From Burt on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 21:53:10 from 98.167.151.26
I'm done now ladies. Thanks for the patience.
From Marion on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 21:55:36 from 71.213.113.191
Yeah- what Kelli said!
From Marion on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 22:04:12 from 71.213.113.191
that was a lot of words :) I don't know if I know that many words ;)
YOU ARE A RACE ANIMAL!!!
From Kelli on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 22:04:15 from 71.219.95.20
I am all for the run in England, you deserve it.
Thanks for FINALLY finishing your race report. You did awesome, really! A PR by 16 minutes is amazing, AMAZING!!! And way to hold the guy off! No one understands how hard that is until they get passed twice in the last 2 seconds of a race which really STINKS!
From James W on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 22:15:47 from 70.190.199.29
Congrats on an awesome PR, Burt! I got your text yesterday morning and was literally waiting for you to finish your race report until now. Hope to see you at Pat's Run in a couple of weeks.
From Burt on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 22:34:57 from 98.167.151.26
Marion - I am an animal. That means you might stop to talk to me if you see me behind a fence one of these days while you're on a run.
Kelli - Sometimes that extra little push you give will kill their spirit and they just give up.
James - Thanks. Sorry it took so long. Long weekend with the drive back and conference.
From TylerS on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 22:52:10 from 66.119.143.249
Wow Burt great job! THat is a huge PR, 16 minutes!!!! Awesome!
From Bonnie on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 22:55:11 from 71.210.121.51
cool!! all those root beer floats and chili dogs paid off!!
Congrats on the PR!
I loved the little dig on Rhett for the lack of high-fives, you are one funny guy Burt.
From Smooth on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 23:12:20 from 71.36.85.29
CONGRATS Burt! WAY to beat that guy by 10 seconds and bag that HUGE 16 min PR and smashing your goal. Watch out London Marathon, here Burt comes!!! I'm so jealous you got to stay at Rhett's. He's the nicest guy, isn't he!!!
From rattletrap on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 23:28:54 from 24.19.93.139
Congrats on a new PR!! Sounds like it was a great race.
From Merri on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 23:47:36 from 207.88.76.69
Hey WAY TO GO!!! That's awesome.
From Burt on Sun, Apr 05, 2009 at 23:58:21 from 98.167.151.26
Tyler - thanks. I still have a way to go before I'm as fast as you.
Bonnie - Yep. Those beans just give you such a burst of energy. They're loaded in carbohydrates.
Smooth - Rhett is a cool guy. He' so excited to go to Boston with you and the rest of the crew.
Mike - Thanks. One thing that worried me was that it's still spring break for some schools. You've probably heard about the craziness around Havasu during spring break. I thought the college kids would be partying in the streets. But it was quite calm.
Merri - thanks. I'm glad Rhett let me shower up before my trip to Kingman. You know how I feel about stinkiness.
From Lucia on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 09:25:19 from 74.9.147.114
Nice job chicken legs! You are rocking the Arizona running scene!
From Eric Day on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 11:06:43 from 189.192.103.175
WOW, that is all I have to say.
From montelepsy on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 12:58:46 from 155.85.58.253
So if you made it under your goal time, does that make you an under achiever?
From sam on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 13:06:23 from 90.201.147.34
Hey, burt sorry its late, been away from running last week and blogs, I was in sammy Land, wot ever that is! LOL.
Way to go on your pb, excellent, so its fast chicken legs now, great write up too...
AMAZING :-)
From Burt on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 13:31:09 from 68.76.197.194
Rocket - Thanks. I haven't felt so strong at the end of a run this long ever.
Eric - como se dice wow en espanol?
Mike - That's right. Never set your goals so high that you can't go under them.
Sam - I've been wondering where you were. Good to have you back.
From Eric Day on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 13:35:01 from 189.192.103.175
Wow in spanish is: WOW!
I'm still in the WOW phase with you.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 13:39:54 from 68.76.197.194
Okay. Why hasn't anybody commented on my new blog picture? Especially you SMOOTH?? It's kind of an April Fool's joke. You have to go to Rhett's blog and look at his picture to get it. Come on people! It's funny!
From Kelli on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 14:06:05 from 71.219.95.20
You have to TELL us you have a new blog picture, they do not show up unless you open your page and then hit refresh. Now we know. And, yes, now I get why you changed the title to your blog. I was so confused!!!!!!
From rattletrap on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 14:06:07 from 70.193.226.218
Nice work on the big clock :)
From rattletrap on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 14:09:56 from 70.193.226.218
At first I thought you pasted the clock into your picture, but now I'm not sure. Do you both have the same giant clock?
From Kelli on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 14:14:13 from 71.219.95.20
Rattletrap, look at who he stayed with to run this race. That might help ya out!
From Lucia on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 14:21:21 from 74.9.147.114
So you have the same clock, or did you do some photoshop magic? Very funny!
Eric, I respectfully disagree... I'd translate "Wow" as "Guau". Which incidentally it's also how you spell the sound that dogs make: "Guau, guau!"
From rattletrap on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 14:41:55 from 70.193.226.218
OK, I'm a little slower than usual for a monday :)
From Eric Day on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 16:35:51 from 189.192.103.175
Lucia, well agree disrespectfully then!
Yes, you are right, the correct would be "guau", but I don't like the word, I prefer the word "wow" even in spanish.
=)
From sam on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 08:21:35 from 78.32.130.9
Hey burt, good picture, see the time had changed though on yours and rhett's, does his say 1.00 is that pm I am hoping! LOL
and wow in german I believe is Toll
so Toll Burt!
hahahah a
From Burt on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 12:02:16 from 68.76.197.194
Danke. Only you would notice the discrepancy in time. LOL.
From Burt on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 22:36:25 from 98.167.151.26
Sam - did you also notice how he's grown from the time Rhett took his picture 'til I took mine.
From Burt on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 22:36:55 from 98.167.151.26
(Replace that period with a question mark.)
From Smooth on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 22:49:29 from 207.200.116.131
Hmm...Chase might have grown but you can't tell when he's standing next to you! And where is his cool BYU shirt? He's still a diehard Coug fan, isn't he? You must have taken this picture BEFORE the race judging by the time on the clock and the absence of the medals around your necks. VERY COOL! FUN!
Sun, Apr 05, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Pictures from yesterday's race:
This one is a beautiful picture of the desert for Kelli.
The London Bridge and a paddle boat
The London Bridge - someone must've locked up my fair lady.
Rhett, Chase, me, Doone
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Merri on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 10:36:32 from 207.88.76.69
Looks way cool. Did you shave your pits before you went?
From Burt on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 10:58:58 from 98.167.151.26
From bec on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 13:07:17 from 205.123.38.98
What race was this? Looks really pretty. Doesn't look like a Utah race.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 13:16:49 from 68.76.197.194
It's in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
From Kelli on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 18:13:54 from 71.219.95.20
Actually, I think the first picture is UGLY. Sorry, but that is the ugly I am talking about. SHOOT ME. The rest of the pictures are pretty, though.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 18:15:49 from 68.76.197.194
LOL!!!!!!!!! That's the whole reason why I snapped it. I was like, "I bet Kelli will think this is ugly."
From rhett on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 23:24:56 from 216.67.216.116
I just saw the pictures. Lake Havasu is a beautiful place, it's just a different kind of beauty than most people are used to. And the weather in the spring and winter is a million times better than up north. Everyone should come down and run the HavasuHalf next year. It will be Sat. April 10th. Everyone is invited.
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 13:36:04 from 71.219.84.191
Rhett, do you have room for all of us at your house?
I agree about your winter running, WAY BETTER!
From Burt on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 14:01:44 from 68.76.197.194
He does have a lot of room in the house.
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 14:03:26 from 71.219.84.191
And a big yard?? We can bring tents.
From Rhett on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 16:30:08 from 170.215.58.122
Kelli, if people are willing to sleep on floors there is a lot of room. Heck Burt had the whole downstains 3 bedrooms 1 bath large play room to himself.
From Rhett on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 16:50:05 from 170.215.58.122
There is plenty of room in the yard if you don't mind sleeping on the cement basketball court. Most people don't have grass yards in Havasu. It is the desert landscaping. I love it. No yard work!!!
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 19:05:29 from 71.219.84.191
I call the playroom!
From Burt on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 19:07:26 from 68.76.197.194
That means you get to be woken up by Rhett's kids wanting to play Wii in the morning. :)
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 19:10:16 from 71.219.84.191
I will beat them to it!
Mon, Apr 06, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Nice and easy recovery run. (Like I even know what that means.)
Time: 24:15 (avg. pace 8:05)
Splits:
1 mile - 8:09
2 mile - 8:14
3 mile - 7:53
Temp: 55 (very nice)
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From Kelli on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 18:12:41 from 71.219.95.20
Yeah, I would not call that a recovery run. That is fast. Recovery means slow.
From Rhett on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 19:21:15 from 170.215.58.122
OK Burt. That is funny, I see Chase was less than enthused with his eyes closed and all. Nice run today and congrats again on the huge PR.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 06, 2009 at 19:25:19 from 68.76.197.194
I had your daughter take the picture. I was like, "This is going to be so funny." I originally was going to get one with you and I, me kneeling down where Chase is.
I'll change it in a few days. Let's see if the picture company has any good ones from the race.
From Ryan on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 10:28:31 from 70.197.0.63
Thank you Burt for the welcome! Very nice. Also great job starting running again! Isn't it great?!
From Burt on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 12:04:17 from 68.76.197.194
It is great, Ryan. Looks like you're in good hands with Kristel. I've seen her blog a couple of times. She's really nice.
Tue, Apr 07, 2009
Total Distance
5.56
My wife wants to get serious about losing weight, so we broke out a workout DVD that we've never used and tried it out last night. It was a 15 minute Men's Health total body workout. Afterwards I rewarded myself with some Rocky Road Ice Cream. That was my treat for doing the half marathon instead of chili dogs and a root beer float. This morning when I started my run, my back felt a little tight. But after about half a mile it felt good proving once again that running is the cure-all for what ails you.
Time: 45:05 (avg. pace 8:07)
Weight: 197.00
Comments
From Rhett on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 12:29:44 from 170.215.58.122
Nice pace on that run. So did you share the ice cream with you wife who is getting serious about losing weight, or did you just eat infront of her and torture her?
From Burt on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 12:34:50 from 68.76.197.194
Hey, I was removing the temptation. I don't think she likes Rocky Road anyway. Her ice cream of choice is Gold Medal Ribbon.
From Marion on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 13:28:47 from 71.213.107.170
Weight loss is really an amazing journey. She will do great! Just remember my mantra, "You can't eat it if you don't have it!" That goes for Gold Medal Ribbon and Doritos as well as for fruits, veggies, whole grains and lean meats. Self control is essential, but it can use a BUNCH of help by making our environments as "good" as possible :) Tell her good luck!!!
From Kelli on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 16:37:58 from 71.219.95.20
Support your wife, eat everything now and get it our of the house!
From Steve P on Tue, Apr 07, 2009 at 22:30:35 from 66.60.123.236
Good job, Burt! I read your race report. Great job on a massive PR.
From Tracy on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 22:27:28 from 173.24.32.153
I liked looking at your race report! A good solid race--and it's always good to hold off someone in the end!
I love treating myself to ice cream when I've had a good run. The problem is that it's hard to have a bad run when you're standards are as low as mine. Therefore I eat ice cream almost every day.
From Burt on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 22:37:43 from 98.167.151.26
I like your style Tracy. LOL!
Wed, Apr 08, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Time - 22:57 (avg. pace 7:39)
Splits
1 mile - 8:08
2 mile - 7:41
3 mile - 7:09
Temp - 60 (I hope I'm not taking this perfect weather for granted.)
Weight: 197.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 10:55:36 from 189.192.103.175
Cool times Burt! Your pace is really good now. Keep up the good work!
From ryan shaul on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 12:39:37 from 70.196.115.95
Yes, the La means Louisiana. Gonna be hard adjusting to running in the heat! Thank goodness I have Kristle to keep me going!
From montelepsy on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 13:04:17 from 155.85.58.253
Dang Burt! Are you some kind of mutant? Slow down already.
From Rhett on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 18:10:50 from 170.215.58.122
I hope your not either. Soon this awsome weather will turn to 110 degrees and we'll be wishing we were up north. For now though, enjoy!! I'm loving it. I couldn't imagine better weather to train for Boston.
From kelli on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 18:44:53 from 71.219.84.191
3 miles exactly? REALLY???
From Burt on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 19:09:05 from 68.76.197.194
3 miles exact. I can't believe I actually run past my house now just to get that last 0.05 miles in. See what you've done to me??!!
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 at 19:10:40 from 71.219.84.191
I knew I could convert you to Running OCD.
From Bonnie on Thu, Apr 09, 2009 at 20:07:56 from 71.210.121.51
It is a great thing when you can run past your house!
110 degrees? Where? here in Arizona? I did not sign up for that (just kidding - I am dreading it but know all about it).
Burt - you aren't really hurt by what I wrote are you? I hope not, it wasn't my intention!
From Burt on Thu, Apr 09, 2009 at 20:55:26 from 98.167.151.26
Of course not. Don't be silly. But I do wonder if I've scared anyone off of the blog. Like, if someone signs up to get serious about their running, and they get bombarded by silliness. Hopefully not. You would think people blog for a bit of the social aspect, no?
From Bonnie on Fri, Apr 10, 2009 at 12:19:27 from 71.210.121.51
Burt - you haven't scared anyone away! You and Mike are the life of the fastrunningblog party. I find your discussions very informative.
From montelepsy on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 08:36:50 from 155.85.58.253
Looking svelte there, Burt!
From Burt on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 10:40:24 from 98.167.151.26
I like that adjective.
From montelepsy on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 10:41:50 from 155.85.58.253
I was trying to say swell, but I have an accent.
From Burt on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 10:49:23 from 98.167.151.26
Those are opposites. I'll take the first.
From Teena on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 23:12:15 from 67.177.20.13
Man Alive Burt!! Check out those splits ... your last mile was wicked fast!!
I am so so so jealous ... but so so so happy for you!! You own that!!
From Burt on Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 23:27:03 from 98.167.151.26
Jealous? You're so much faster than I am. Are you pulling a Kelli on me? Maybe I'm faster than you are at the moment.
From montelepsy on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 00:20:10 from 155.85.58.253
What's with all the blogging and no running? The chili dogs, Rocky Road and root beer floats are going to catch you, Burt.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 00:27:27 from 98.167.151.26
Not to mention the Robin's eggs, seasonal M&M's, hard boiled eggs, cheese cake, and chocolate bunnies.
My wife and three oldest kids went to Mexico for the weekend. I haven't been able to get out. I need to get up early and go tomorrow.
From montelepsy on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 01:26:52 from 155.85.58.253
Yikes! Does she speak Spanish too?
From Burt on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 12:09:11 from 68.76.197.194
Nope. Which is really funny because she's gone to Mexico 6 or 7 times. I've never even been to Tucson.
Mon, Apr 13, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Finally I went running! Oh Easter. If only I could celebrate it the right way. Instead I gorge on chocolate and Easter ham. Et cetera. Et cetera. Anyway, I felt a little tight this morning. Especially in the shins. I wanted to average 8 min./miles. Nailed it! (Sung in a high pitched voice.)
Time - 23:58 (avg. pace 7:59)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:50
2 mile - 8:09
3 mile - 7:59
Weight: 200.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 11:33:59 from 200.52.203.139
Finally some running Burt.
The girls, in your new pic, are they laughing at you?
=)
From Burt on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 12:08:01 from 68.76.197.194
Probably. Those are the girls from mile 3 in my last race report.
From RivertonPaul on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 15:27:23 from 67.42.27.114
No Argentine Rocket in D.C. Burt, this isn't a singles forum. LOL
From rhett on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 16:47:55 from 170.215.58.122
I love the photo of you running over the London Bridge. You look strong.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 17:02:36 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks, Rhett. And it's a lot better photo than my previous one, right? LOL!
From sam on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 18:00:11 from 90.201.147.191
Gr8 piccy Burt, looking good, strong and running well. Great on your training too!
From Kelli on Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 18:52:46 from 71.219.84.191
Solid running fueled by chocolate and ham. GREAT WORK! I gorged on funeral potatoes myself, and actually stayed away from the chocolate!!!
From sam on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 17:36:54 from 90.201.147.25
Funeral potatoes is that when the spuds are dead?? sorry sounds weird, or is it the waker afterwards??
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 18:33:01 from 71.219.84.191
I wondered if some might not know what funeral potatoes were. I kind of think it is a Mormon thing, like green jello with carrots. Anyway, I love them!!!!!!
From montelepsy on Fri, Apr 17, 2009 at 15:27:37 from 64.235.121.163
Did you start singing with "Finally I went running"?
Tue, Apr 14, 2009
Total Distance
3.41
Something strange happened today. The Palo Verde trees were bent and twisted in different angles than usual. The sidewalk seemed to meander in a different pattern. Bushes had sprung up from whence they were not before. Ah dang! I missed my turn.
Time - 27:04 (avg. pace 7:56)
Splits
1 mile - 7:57
2 mile - 8:02
3 mile - 7:53
0.41 mile - 3:13 (7:48 avg.)
Weight: 200.00
Comments
From rhett on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 11:33:35 from 216.67.216.116
so you ran a new route today...on accident. I love exploring while running. I bet it was fun. Is it me, or are you times getting faster?
From Burt on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 12:00:12 from 68.76.197.194
Rhett - I've been meaning to go that way for quite some time now, but I've wanted to do it around 6 in the afternoon. Let me explain. I run down Rittenhouse Road. Rittenhouse has historically been a frontage road to the rail road tracks. It cuts through the southeast valley at a 45 degree angle. Before some of the roads got improved out here, everybody would use Rittenhouse. It still gets used quite a bit because of the ease of "cutting" through. Plus with all of the farm land out here, many of the main roads don't always go all the way through. Now in the afternoon, during rush hour, the traffic starts to crawl from about the place where I missed my turn to out past Schnepf Farms. Schnepf Farms is a local fun place to take the kids. It's kind of like Knott's Berry Farm divided by 100. They have a train, pumpkin launcher, merry-go-round, and other things. It's the host site for London's Run. Also, during fall, they have some fun festivities for Halloween. Then the train ride becomes haunted. People come from all over the valley. That's when the traffic gets really bad. So, to bring closure to this story, I want to be able to run all the way down Rittenhouse passing all the traffic, then laugh at everyone as I'm coming back. It's my dream.
From Burt on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 12:02:21 from 68.76.197.194
But to answer your question, yes my times are coming down. I think Easter may have set me back a few weeks, but on the whole, they are coming down.
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 12:10:34 from 207.225.192.66
Nice run! Sounds like you have a nice route. Good pace too.
From Kelli on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 12:29:00 from 71.219.84.191
Nice splits, Burt. Sorry about the wrong turn, but a change of scenery is a good thing.
From Burt on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 12:44:59 from 68.76.197.194
Lori - Thanks. It's a very flat route. I'm going to need to start doing some hill training soon.
Kelli - it was a change of scenery, but just slight. It took me about 0.15 mi. to notice it. I think it was more of a feeling than a visual stimulation of the "something's not right" nerves.
From Burt on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 12:46:47 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli - my wife thinks you're awesome because you want me to do all the excersizing for her.
Don't forget to refresh my page so you can see my new picture with the mile three girls.
From Kelli on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 13:14:27 from 71.219.84.191
I am awesome, and I think you should do all of the work and she should reap all of the benefits! That is how life should be. Wish I could burn as many calories as Scott does in a day (or that I had is will power to eat good food).
I have seen this picture. I think it looks like they are laughing at you. They weren't, right? Glad you kicked their skinny butts!
From rattletrap on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 13:25:53 from 70.193.46.152
Hills are your friend. Most people don't like to run hills at all so if you learn to like them you'll find yourself passing a lot more racers when things get tough :) And just think about all the extra calories you'll burn for your wife :)
From Rhett on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 14:13:43 from 170.215.58.122
I love the long story.
From Eric Day on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 14:26:17 from 189.192.148.17
Two days in a row running? Impressive Burt. You are faster then me!
From Burt on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 14:39:36 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli - Eric said the same thing. I told him they probably were. But in truth, there was this photographer snapping pictures of the runners as we crossed the London Bridge. There was a big pack of us there and most of the people in front of me were acting silly.
Mike - LOL. I used to do hills when I lived closer to them. The San Tan Mts. are just to the south of me, but I don't know if there are any good trails I could go running on.
Eric - I'm only faster than you because of your injury. Your HM time is like 4 or 5 minutes faster than mine (si sirve la memoria.)
From Kelli on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 16:14:04 from 71.219.84.191
I am SURE they were not laughing at you---you were BEATING them!!!!
From Burt on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 22:16:34 from 98.167.151.26
Maybe my backside was exposed. I thought I felt a breeze.
From Kelli on Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 23:25:59 from 71.219.84.191
Okay, well that would do it!
From montelepsy on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 02:10:56 from 155.85.58.253
I bet that feeling of something's not right can be developed into a full blown "spidey sense". It won't be too long before you're dodging bullets.
From Lucia on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 11:53:50 from 74.9.147.114
Lucky you - I can't afford the luxury of taking the wrong turn, or I end up in the danger zone, though that'd make me run REALLY fast, dodging bullets and all! Mike, you probably are in a similar situation, or is it safe where you are?
From montelepsy on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 13:29:56 from 155.85.58.253
We're definitely safer than DC :) We had a rocket attack on election day, but nothing significant on base since then.
From sam on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 18:03:15 from 90.201.147.25
hey burt, great times, well done, hahaha your all so funny, make a wrong turn were I live and youll be run over by a 90 yr old!
unless I run 10-12 miles outta me way and it would deffo be a young lad with gun or something :-)
Wed, Apr 15, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Sorry I haven't run, Eric. I've got a pain in my leg and after reading everyone's blogs about getting injured, I'm paranoid. But here's a picture from Easter. My wife got all the girls dresses while she was in Mexico.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 09:29:02 from 189.169.185.254
Ok Burt, you're forgiven. But hopefully its only your paranoia !!
Take care.
From sam on Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 12:36:07 from 90.201.147.25
Well done its better than having weeks off Burt, great photo, gorgeous dresses. :)
From Kelli on Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 13:45:03 from 71.219.75.132
COOL!!! I did not know you only had one son. Wow, a house full of women, you lucky guy.
From Rhett on Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 15:11:15 from 170.215.58.122
Cute kids Burt. So did your sone feel left out without a Mexican dress?
From Metcalf Running on Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 21:04:58 from 71.219.132.113
I hope that it's just paranoia. You have a beautiful family!
From sue on Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 21:53:22 from 75.169.89.51
Oh for sweet! Look at all those beautiful girls. Your wife's a champ!
From rattletrap on Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 22:10:35 from 70.192.97.95
Slacker :)
You've got some cute kids though.
From montelepsy on Fri, Apr 17, 2009 at 13:52:34 from 64.235.121.163
A bevy of beauties!
From Burt on Fri, Apr 17, 2009 at 18:57:58 from 68.76.197.194
Eric - We'll see tomorrow when I do the Pat Tillman run.
Sam - Hope you can start running again soon. In the meantime, don't drown.
Kelli - Lucky?
Rhett - The verdict's still out on that one. Ha! No, he got a bull whip which he's quite fond of.
Lori - Thanks. Can you guess which kid isn't mine?
Sue - And I'm not even kicking any of them.
Mike 1 - I was going to go running just to show you up, but then I thought, "You know, he's right."
Mike 2 - Where do you come up with all these words I've never heard of?
From Bonnie on Sat, Apr 18, 2009 at 17:54:03 from 71.210.125.219
oh my Burt, what a lovely group! Ok, I take back giving you a hard time, with all that estrogen in the house you have a hard enough time ;-). Actually, they all look very sweet, and I LOVE those dresses. I hope you finished your "honey do list" by the time they got home.
I hope you rally back to running!
From Burt on Sat, Apr 18, 2009 at 18:03:53 from 98.167.151.26
Bonnie - I don't remember you giving me a hard time, so you must've done it behind my back. LOL. I ran Pat's Run today. I'll blog about it later.
Sat, Apr 18, 2009
Race:
2009 Pat's Run (4.2 Miles) 00:30:36, Place overall: 672, Place in age division: 63
Total Distance
4.20
I got beat by 671 people and still came in the top 5%!!
Today was Pat’s Run.This is a 4.2 mile run in honor of fallen soldier Pat Tillman.If you don’t know, Pat cut his career short as a member of the NFL football team, the Arizona Cardinals, to fight in the war against terror.He was killed in the line of duty by friendly fire.Pat wore #42 when he played football at ASU and #40 as a member of the Arizona Cardinals.The race was held at ASU, and 42 was a common theme for many aspects of the race.That’s why the race is 4.2 miles long.The kids’ race is 0.42 miles.Both races finish up on the 42 yard line of the ASU football field.They even have a special age category of 40-42.
I knew I needed to get up early to make it to the race on time.Four of my girls ran the 0.42 mile race, so I made sure they had everything out the night before.I was still worried that our wake up time of 5am wouldn’t be early enough.But any earlier would just be ludicrous.So I got up, got dressed, had 3 fig newtons and some Cytomax for breakfast, got the girls ready (I’m sure my wife did most of that), and got out the door by 6am.It’s a good 35 to 40 minute drive to the stadium.I figured I could take the 60 to the 101 to the 202 and get off at Rural.Good idea, but about a half mile before the exit, traffic was at a halt.If you’ve done the math, you know that there were a lot of people in this race.I thought about jumping out of the car as soon as I got on the off-ramp and running the rest of the way to the race.Might be a good warm up.But traffic picked up some when we got there.Still it was slow, so with about a half mile to go, I jumped out on Rural Road and ran to the start with 10 minutes to spare.
I lined up in the 7 to 8 minute mile pace corral.They started us out in waves.My goal time was 30:30.Secretly my goal was to beat my boss and his wife, Jared and Michelle.They have been a big inspiration for me to start running again.(I beat them, but I’m not bragging.)Read my 2009 Del Sol Ragnar report for more on them.
1 mile – 7:10 – I spent the most part of this mile doing the bob and weave.I was actually surprised that this was my fastest mile, but there were times when I looked at my Garmin and saw I was running sub 7.
2 mile – 7:18 – This must’ve been the hill James W told me about.I pushed it because he said it would be the same amount of downhill.
3 mile – 7:16 – I can’t think of anything interesting about this mile.
4 mile – 7:25 – Another boring mile, but almost done.
0.2 miles – 1:28 (7:20 pace) – I didn’t have much of a kick.Next year I‘ll know that as soon as I get inside, it’s a mere 42 yards to the finish.
So, 672nd out of 13,360.I’ll take that.The old man from Kingman that I want to beat so bad next month in the 10k beat me again.He better watch out. His days are numbered.After the race we grabbed some free ice cream popsicles from Blue Bell.I snagged one and kept walking.After a while I wondered what was taking my girls so long to get theirs.I went back just in time to see my wife dumping PowerAde onto my 6 year old’s mouth to unfreeze the popsicle that had frozen to her lips.
Next my girls ran.I only signed up the three oldest, but my four year old wanted to do it, too.So my wife went with her and they ran it bandit. There were so many kids that I didn’t see them finish, but my wife said that our 4 year old left her in the dust.She was just praying that no one would take her and that she would be able to find her at the finish line.All is well.Pretty fun day!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From rattletrap on Sat, Apr 18, 2009 at 20:42:01 from 24.19.93.139
Sounds like you had a great day and an excellent race! Sorry about the old dude. I know exactly how that feels...you'll get him next time.
From Marion on Sat, Apr 18, 2009 at 20:47:14 from 71.213.110.178
What a GREAT race :) How fun! You are such a great family :) Was the race to benefit his family or just a memorial?
From Kelli on Sat, Apr 18, 2009 at 23:20:45 from 71.219.84.84
I did not know you were running a race today! WOW, that is quite a turnout. Very cool. And AWESOME work---we had twinner paces today. We must have been on the same brain wave...
From seeaprilrun on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 06:46:37 from 68.102.144.140
Awesome race Burt! Way to make it to the starting line on time. Sounds like a BIG crowd.
From Lucia on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 08:40:28 from 98.204.55.168
What a fabulous day for you and your family, that's a great picture too!
From Eric Day on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 08:50:48 from 189.169.185.254
Top 5%, you are getting fast. Nice to be able to take the family and have them participate somehow.
Congrats.
From Metcalf Running on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 12:19:27 from 71.219.132.113
Wow great race, looks like it was fun to participate in, and what a great cause. Nice pace!! you are speedy. Congrats!
From Burt on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 14:27:58 from 98.167.151.26
RT - yep. You and I have had a discussion about our old man nemeses.
Marion - The race benfits the Pat Tillman foundation which is an organization that supports future leaders.
Kelli - my pace was a whole 2 seconds per mile faster than yours. IN YOUR FACE! Who am I trying to fool? You ran more than three times the distance I did. You're the best.
April - What surprised me the most was just seeing how some people didn't seem to be in a hurry at all to get to the starting line. Some people were still taking their sweet time even after the race started.
Lucia - Thanks. Couldn't you just eat my girls up?
Eric - I like to say that I beat 12,744 people rather than saying that 658 people beat me.
Lori - I may be speedy, but you certainly kick my fanny when it comes to getting the miles in.
From rattletrap on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 14:44:24 from 70.193.148.179
I remember that conversation. I also know how it feels to whoop the old guy, but I didn't want to rub it in :)
From Brent on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 15:32:10 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, the day sounds like it was a blast. The popcicle thing is just too funny. Challenge for you, break 7 minutes a mile for this race next year, no doubt, without Gwen, you can do it. It is so Kool that you had your girls do the kids race. 2 of my 5 kids have ran a marathon, 2 have ran 5Ks and 3 out of 4 grand children have ran a kids race. How long before the 4 year old will bet dad?
Stay kOOl, Keeping it Real, B of BS Rools out
From Kelli on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 16:36:58 from 71.219.84.84
Funny thing, my Garmin time said 1:35:56 but my actual time was 2 seconds faster. HOWEVER, my Garmin had my average pace at 7:17 but the official results say 7:19. Hmmmm....my Garmin is whacked!!!
Guess what? Blane and Dane (the two AZ guys from Biggest Loser) came and ran the 1/2 yesterday. They came in at like 2:15 and 2:20 or something like that (I was not paying attention to the news when they said the time). Anyway, wish I had known! I would have waited by the finish line to see them. They are SO COOL! They are doing a full marathon and some kind iron man in May.
From air darkhorse on Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 22:05:28 from 76.27.0.45
Wow! 13,000? What a stampede! You did well especially considering the mob. Nice to meet you and thanks for your comment previously.
From mikemac on Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 11:51:58 from 75.121.62.250
Burt, those times are coming down.I'm going to have to step up my training.Great job running through the maze!!
From Burt on Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 16:52:44 from 68.76.197.194
Brent - I'll take that challenge. I'm also going to have to bite the bullet and ask you who or what Gwen is.
Kelli - I've had the same issue with my Garmin before, too.
Steve - thanks. Nice to meet you, too.
Mikemac - I think your times are coming way down, too. Keep it up!
From Teena on Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 16:59:48 from 67.177.20.13
Top 5%!!!!
You are AWESOME!!!!!
I absolutely LOVE the pic!!
Congrats to you, your wife, and your girls. What a fun day!! (Four year olds have too much energy!)
From Camille on Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 20:13:31 from 71.223.66.14
Burt - way to go!!! I saw the race on the news and was glad I didn't register. I don't think I could handle that crowd, but it looks like you had no problem. I love the picture of you and your kids.
I also haven't told you, but WAY TO GO with your 1/2. That was an awesome time!!! I didn't get your text message until a week or so later and it took me a while to figure out what it was about. LOL. You did amazingly.
From Michelle on Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 22:54:06 from 71.223.69.74
You rock! Way to go--now you're the one to catch
From montelepsy on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 15:20:19 from 155.85.58.253
I too, cannot wait until you beat the old man.
From rockness18 on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 23:27:49 from 65.96.197.9
Nice run Burt! Sounds like a fun day.
From Burt on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 00:44:28 from 98.167.151.26
Camille - thanks stranger.
Michelle - You're probably recieving these email notifications now. The real Michelle that commented was my boss's wife. She's awesome.
Montelepsy - I guess I gotta do it now.
Rockness - It was fun. The girls were getting their T-shirts signed by the ASU football team and Miss Phoenix. They got their pictures taken with Sparky and Baxter. There was a play place with bouncers, basketball hoops, Phoenix Coyotes hockey shoot, D-backs baseball swings, you name it. It really is a blast and I'm surprised I haven't done it before.
From Burt on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 01:53:02 from 98.167.151.26
Ok. More race pictures are up on Sunday's blog.
Sun, Apr 19, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Pictures from yesterday's race
Me in front of the two with my back to the camera.
Katelynn and Abby
Julianna, football dude, Mary
Julianna, Sparky, Mary
Julianna, Baxter, Mary
Emily!
We went to Ted's Hot Dogs afterwards.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From rattletrap on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 07:15:38 from 24.19.93.139
Great pics Burt! Thanks for sharing. It looks like it was such a fun event for everybody.
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 13:28:31 from 71.219.75.228
Fun stuff! Your kids are dang cute.
From leslie on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 14:14:58 from 76.23.61.78
Those are about the cutiest little kids I've ever seen!!!!
From leslie on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 14:15:54 from 76.23.61.78
Did you just lose a bunch of weight? Your blog title hints to that. You look buff.
From Burt on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 14:24:10 from 68.76.197.194
Leslie - thanks for the ego boost. A little over two years ago I weighed 254 pounds. I went on a crash diet for two months and lost 42 lbs. Over the next couple of years I managed to maintain that weight by running. Then at the end of last year (during Christmas time) I gained about 10 lbs. and decided it was time to do another diet. I got down to about 192. With Easter I'm up a little bit to 197, but am confident that I can get back down again once I start eating better again. Hmmm...when do I want to start? Gotta get rid of all the Easter candy first. LOL.
From leslie on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 14:38:55 from 76.23.61.78
That is awesome. Enjoy the last of the jelly beans!
From montelepsy on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 12:27:14 from 217.68.199.130
Your kids are cute, but that last picture of Emily is darling. Can I say darling without sounding like a sissy? Imagine I said it in a very deep voice.
From leslie on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 12:31:57 from 76.23.61.78
Nice deep voice, not a bit sissy!
From Burt on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 12:46:06 from 68.76.197.194
I think he pulled if off Leslie. Anyone with a US Air Force jumbo jet in the profile pic just can't seem sissy.
From azdesertmonsoon on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 19:59:50 from 204.17.31.126
Have you had a white hot?
From Burt on Sat, May 02, 2009 at 00:49:58 from 98.167.151.26
What's a white hot?
Mon, Apr 20, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
35.2 miles in 2 hours and 14 minutes...on a bike. It's nice to know I can pedal faster than the Merga, who won the Boston marathon today, can run.
Why is it that prairie dogs are content to sit at the edge of the road with thousands of pounds of steel and metal coming by them at 55 mph, but when a couple hundred pounds of man flesh come cruising by at 17 mph, they scatter? Think about that, Kelli and Marion.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From sam on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 06:31:31 from 78.32.130.9
Jeff did excellent didnt he, thanks for the update.
Prairie dogs must be really DUH!
Tue, Apr 21, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
We're going to sign Grumpy, I mean my son, up for a triathlon. We've been having him run a mile each morning for the last week and having him wear my Garmin so he doesn't cheat. I know he can run faster than what his times are. It's frustrating because he's the one that said he wants to do it, but he doesn't seem to want to put the work in for it. So this morning I decided to take him with me on my 3 mile loop. He dragged his feet, but eventually made it out the door. I was hoping he could maintain a 9 min. pace. He did for about a quarter mile. Then he dropped to an 11 min. pace. He jogged for about 1.25 miles then had to stop and walk. After a while he started again and then stopped again, started again, then stopped for good. He said his knee felt like it was going to shatter. I walked with him until about 1.9 miles. Then I took off. Splits were 10:26, 14:51, 7:02. When he finally got home I told him to ice his knee. Now I'm not sure if I want to sign him up. I haven't told him yet that it's only a 100 yd. swim, 4 mile bike ride, and half mile run.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Teena on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 12:38:08 from 67.177.20.13
How old is your son?
My 11 1/2 year old wants to do a triathlon this summer as well.
Cool.
From Burt on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 12:58:40 from 68.76.197.194
He's almost 14.
From Eric Day on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 14:00:49 from 200.52.199.152
Teenagers! Just want to do & say the exact opposite to what you say.
You'll need to find an incentive so HE sign's up...
Hope he does...cheers.
From Teena on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 15:02:24 from 67.177.20.13
Did you tell him about all the cute girls that he will be able to show-off for?
I think it sounds like an awesome opportunity for him.
From montelepsy on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 15:17:55 from 155.85.58.253
One more kid and you can give them all nicknames of the corresponding dwarves.
From Rhett on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 16:17:30 from 170.215.58.122
Don't work him too hard and just enjoy that he is spending some priceless time with you while you train together.
From Kelli on Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 18:53:08 from 71.219.75.228
KIDS!!!!!
Wed, Apr 22, 2009
Total Distance
5.65
Took it nice and easy so I wouldn't leave a big carbon footprint being that it's Earth Day and all.
Time - 45:54 (avg. pace 8:08)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:57
2 mile - 7:46
3 mile - 8:03
4 mile - 8: 22
5 mile - 8:23
0.65 mile - 5:24 (8:21 pace)
Temp - 71
Weight: 197.00
Comments
From Rhett on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 19:50:23 from 170.215.58.122
Great run and great pace for an easy day.
From christi on Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 23:46:20 from 71.32.235.78
I'm with you, no big carbon footprints- ha ha!
From montelepsy on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 03:44:15 from 155.85.58.253
Great run, hippie!
From Eric Day on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 10:58:18 from 189.192.193.5
And you call it an easy day...sure.
From Burt on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 11:29:01 from 68.76.197.194
By easy I mean I didn't push it the last couple of miles. I had nothing to prove.
From Kelli on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 16:51:20 from 71.219.98.70
We would not want exhaust coming out of your tail pipe!
From Burt on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 17:07:15 from 68.76.197.194
That tends to happen when I rev my engine up too much, if you know what I mean.
From Kelli on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 17:17:51 from 71.219.98.70
I was waiting to see how you would reply to that one!
Thanks for being Earth friendly.
From Burt on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 17:26:18 from 68.76.197.194
And I was waiting for someone to make that comment. Kinda thought it would be made by Montelepsy instead of sweet little innocent Kelli. :)
From Kelli on Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 17:33:13 from 71.219.98.70
I surprised myself.
Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Total Distance
3.06
Since I think Montelepsy is so cool and I want to be just like him, I tried to do intervals for the first time to day. I suck. My intent was to do one mile all out, jog for half a mile, run another mile, jog half a mile, and run another mile. My first mile was pretty good, but I wore myself out. I jogged the next half mile and tried to get going for the second mile, but I'm not man enough. I stopped after a half mile and rested for about 5 to 10 minutes. Then I ran the last one. Below are the splits:
1 mile - 6:35 (this has to be a post HS PR.)
2 mile - 8:05
3 mile - 7:17
I don't even know if "intervals" is the correct terminology for what I attempted to do. On a side note, my boy's running has gotten a lot better these last two days. The day before yesterday he did an 8:20 mile and yesterday an 8:09.
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From Nevels on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 11:05:33 from 131.204.15.93
In my experience, the best way to do this workout is to try to hit somewhere around 5k or 10k race pace for each mile, then take a quarter mile recovery jog. It may seem somewhat easy the first mile, but you'll definitely be feeling it by the third...
From Eric Day on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 11:31:55 from 200.52.204.139
Hey, but you tried...1 point for effort.
Burt, I need the manual on how to post pictures on the blog. Can you teach me?
From joelle on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 12:41:13 from 74.211.93.43
Thanks for the comment on my running. Your blog is fun. I will check to see how your son's triathalon goes! Good luck!
From sam on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 14:11:08 from 90.212.41.43
great news on your son doing a tri...
Love the new piccy, coooooollll........
Hey mile reps are hard going, real hard, maybe try doing half mile reps at 10k pace with shorter recoveries just to get used to the feeling of doing reps..... as long as the reps are over 2 mins you will get a benefit from them.
I only do 3 reps to start with as well and you have to have the right frame of mind before you do them, gotta suck it and see how you feel too
;-)
From Bonnie on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 16:10:52 from 71.210.125.219
Hey Burt -- good job on the speed work.
Today is much better (temp-wise) than the rest of this week, how I am I ever going to survive 4 months of this? WOW - do we "acclimate?" or just not go outside during the day?
From Burt on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 16:26:21 from 68.76.197.194
Nevels - That's good advice. I just wanted my times to be as good as Montelepsy's. What is the correct terminology - intervals? repeats? fartleks?
Eric - one lousy point? I'll send you instructions on how to post pictures.
Does everyone know the song, "nanananana-na-na I'm gonna start a fight. So what - something rock star- something something"? I don't know it all or really who sings it. Pink? Anyway, if you go to Joelle's blog tell me if that song doesn't instantly pop into your head. I don't know why. LOL. I guess she's a rock star.
Sam - that wouldn't work for me. My half mile reps are 1:40, so...
Bonnie - I'm not going to lie to you. You're going to melt.
From sam on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 17:24:19 from 90.201.147.108
half mile rep in 1.40 so you do a mile rep in just over 3 mins, I dont think so !
Mine are 3mins when marathon training and
5k 10k training my half mile reps are 2mins 30
Song is by Pink, shes totaly well you know, love that song, :))
From Camille on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 17:39:54 from 71.223.71.118
nice work out today! You are a total rockstar!
From Kelli on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 19:57:05 from 71.219.75.72
That is a fast mile. I will never be able to chick you.
From Kelli on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 19:57:33 from 71.219.75.72
Ice bucket?
From Burt on Fri, Apr 24, 2009 at 20:39:56 from 98.167.151.26
A little conversation on Marion's blog with Rattletrap. You had to be there.
From montelepsy on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 12:27:09 from 217.68.199.130
I think you're cool too, Burt. Ice cold, in fact. And fleet of foot. You might even be faster if your running form didn't consist of looking down, flexing your biceps and flashing gang signs.
From Burt on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 12:29:36 from 98.167.151.26
I was so busy posing that I forgot to stop my Garmin.
From Vickie on Sun, Apr 26, 2009 at 16:46:43 from 98.167.151.26
Maybe that's why the battery died.......
From Lucia on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 09:00:26 from 74.9.147.114
Thanks for making me laugh out loud on a Monday morning. Too funny!
Burt, how about starting with shorter intervals, like going 1/4 of a mile fast, 1/2 mile jog, etc, then building up to longer intervals?
Oh, and your boy rocks!
Sat, Apr 25, 2009
Total Distance
3.50
That's it! My wife and son are fobidden to use my Garmin. They can't even put it on the charger correctly. I didn't even get a mile into my run when the battery died. Now I'm reduced down to tracing my route on GoogleEarth. What is this? The dark ages? I'm far too important of a runner to be tracing my route on GoogleEarth!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From wildbull on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 12:29:50 from 75.169.130.35
get a wheel it is more accurate. your very funny! Good job getting out.
From Eric Day on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 12:49:52 from 189.192.37.245
Wife & children should never touch or use technological equipment. Its men stuff!
je je je
From montelepsy on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 13:03:21 from 217.68.199.130
How dare they!
From Rhett on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 13:51:49 from 170.215.58.122
I like the new picture Burt. I missed the race report on that. How did it go?
From TylerS on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 14:01:57 from 66.119.143.249
You could always go out and drive it too? I have to do that sometimes, just to go out and pick up clothes that I drop. I have a shirt, head lamp and water bottle waiting for me. At least I hope they are still there???? Good job Burt
From Burt on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 14:05:49 from 98.167.151.26
From Rhett on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 14:28:21 from 170.215.58.122
I just read the race report. Nice pace and you scored Blue Bell ice cream at the end. I'd say that makes it a great race.
From Kelli on Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 17:58:51 from 71.219.83.91
Hey, at least yours is working WHEN charged!!!!
From Teena on Sun, Apr 26, 2009 at 00:33:30 from 67.177.20.13
FORBIDDEN????
Oh man ... my hubby would NEVER dare use that word with me!!! :)
From Vickie on Sun, Apr 26, 2009 at 16:44:59 from 98.167.151.26
Hi. This is the "wife". I just want you all to know who bought the Garmin my DH is complaining about. ME !! And "Forbidden" is a word he has never dared to use before with me. He was hoping to get away with it in here with all of you. Fat chance.
From Teena on Sun, Apr 26, 2009 at 17:05:53 from 67.177.20.13
YES!!!
You are SO BUSTED Burt!!!
I can tell that me and Vicki would get along great!! :)
(Trying to talk all tough for your blogging friends Burt ... come on now!)
From Eric Day on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 10:42:12 from 189.192.171.112
Go ahead Burt, tell them who has the last word in your house, go ahead, you tell them.
From Nevels on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 11:04:30 from 131.204.15.93
Hey Burt, check out Eric's blog from today; the civil engineer in you will appreciate it.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 11:42:37 from 68.76.197.194
So yo el que lleva los pantalones, verdad Eric?!And like a spoiled brat I took it with me today.
From Eric Day on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 11:48:31 from 189.192.171.112
Decimos que tenemos la ultima palabra en la casa: "SI, mi amor"....way to go Burt, you show them who is the man. It sounds so Simpson.
From Kelli on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 13:15:25 from 71.219.83.91
It is not fair to speak a language I do not understand. I barely get English, now you have to throw in the Spanish. I am going to get a dictionary so I know what you are saying!!!
Vicki, make Burt do some more lunges for you, like a few miles of them. That will keep him quiet.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 13:22:02 from 68.76.197.194
Oh, I doubt it, Kelli. And I thought you were a teacher? Teacher=know-it-all
From Kelli on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 13:30:20 from 71.219.83.91
This teacher knows NO Spanish. My kids learn it at school. but they do not know what you are saying either.
I am a dumb teacher, out of practice.
From Vickie on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 13:53:43 from 98.167.151.26
Burt says, " He wears the pants"
and I'm a little sketchy on what Eric said. Something about having the last word.
From Eric Day on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 13:58:23 from 189.192.171.112
Vickie, getting very close. Burt, look out, you may end up sleeping with the dog outside... ;)
Mon, Apr 27, 2009
Total Distance
2.18
AM Bike
Distance - 17.5 miles
Avg. Speed - 16.0 mph Max. Speed - 21.6 mph
Time - 1:05:24
Temp - 60
PM Bike
Distance - 17.5 miles
Avg. Speed - 15.7 mph Max. Speed - 24.7 mph
Time - 1:06:53
Temp - didn't check, but it was nice and cloudy, so it was cool the whole time
PM Run
Distance - 2.18 miles (avg. pace 8:40)
Splits -
1 mile - 8:46
2 mile - 8:43
0.18 miles - 1:21 (7:40 pace)
Time - 18:50
Temp - 79
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Vickie on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 13:16:15 from 98.167.151.26
AJ
Biked 2+ miles(no garmin so we will check on google earth) in 9 mins 27
Then ran 1 mile in 10 min 47.
From sam on Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 17:38:49 from 90.212.41.11
Hey whats with the ice bucket, LOvin it!
I live with my legs in ice LOL ;)
Love the piccy, nice angle
From Eric Day on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 09:12:09 from 189.169.220.15
Great workout Burt.
Did the wife figure out the spanish messages?
From Burt on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 11:55:38 from 68.76.197.194
Well, I didn't have to sleep outside if that's what you mean. LOL.
Tue, Apr 28, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
AM Bike
Distance - 17.5 miles
Avg. Speed - 15.3 mph Max. Speed - 21.0 mph
Time - 1:08:29
Temp - 66
PM Bike
Distance - 17.5 miles
Avg. Speed - 17.3 mph Max. Speed - 26.2 mph
Time - 1:00:26
Temp - 83
Two stories: Yesterday I was cruising down the road, and some idiot was riding his bike on the wrong side of the road coming right at me. That's not a big deal. I'd prefer they be on the sidewalk or better yet, on the other side of the road, but it happens. So what should the person that's coming the wrong way do? They should go on the inside because they can see the oncoming traffic. This idiot wouldn't. Argh!! I wanted to clothesline him.
Today I was cruising down the road, within a mile of yesterday's incident, and this pervert starts wooting at some lady in her car. Then he sticks his tongue out. Now, I don't know if he knew her or not, but I yelled at him to knock it off.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From marion on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 13:56:03 from 71.213.126.135
Nice biking. Are you busted or are you just trying to save the legs?
From Burt on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 14:18:23 from 68.76.197.194
I'm good. Just saving the environment and my wallet.
From marion on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 14:20:14 from 71.213.126.135
Ah ha! Riding to work! Good man :D
From montelepsy on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 14:26:33 from 64.235.121.163
I'm all about conservation. Make every day Earth day.
From Rhett on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 18:06:18 from 170.215.58.122
So are you going to make riding to work a habbit? If you do, you'll have to start doing tris.
From Burt on Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 18:19:13 from 68.76.197.194
I've done two tris since buying the bike last year. I suck at swimming, so I found a nice duathlon in Chino Valley next month; 1/2 mile run, 15 mile bike, 3 mile run.
From sam on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 06:08:17 from 78.32.130.9
Hey, Burt nice training, riding to work is great, but I just dont have the time, and my work is only 2 miles away how bad is that! Now its warmer I might get up earlier and make the effort! (pigs may fly) LOL
Nice one, Id clothes line him nxt time, and as for tellling the man to knock it off, can you come with me on runs, cos I need someone to tell em! I always attract some weirdo, gave up on answering back now, I just laugh at them! I had an incident y'day! :-)
From rattletrap on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 18:10:30 from 70.192.130.128
Nice page title dude!
I know what you mean about idiot bicyclists, they are part of the reason that some drivers are so hostile to the rest of us on bicycles.
Do you really save money riding to work? When I was ring 32 miles per day I think I spent more money on food than I would have spent on gas :)
From Burt on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 19:17:29 from 68.76.197.194
I thought you'd like it RT. Since my goal is to ride 3 days a week, I can bring lunch, which generally consists of leftovers, on the days that I drive.
Wed, Apr 29, 2009
Total Distance
5.62
Time - 44:46 (avg. pace 7:58)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:45
2 mile - 7:54
3 mile - 7:56
4 mile - 8:13
5 mile - 8:10
0.62 miles - 4:49 (7:43 pace)
Temp - 69
Weight: 197.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 11:42:22 from 189.192.91.19
Burt, am I looking at some consistency here?
(Good job) !!
From sam on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 13:48:02 from 90.208.239.179
Hey Burt, great session, what was the recovery inbetween or is this one run with splits?
From Burt on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 14:25:51 from 68.76.197.194
Just one run. I have a 10k in a week and a half. Any advice on how to train this next week?
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 14:45:15 from 71.219.102.162
Great splits, Burt. That is going to be a fast 10k.
From kellies on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 14:46:38 from 160.7.238.59
Wow, very nice splits!! Nice job!
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 15:10:42 from 207.225.192.66
WOW nice pace... you are going to be smokin' at the 10K.
From sam on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 17:57:25 from 90.208.239.179
Excellent Burt well done, your 10k should be a pb,
training, I tend to taper a little from the 5 days before, ease on the mileage.....
From kungfublonde on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 00:54:39 from 64.203.113.50
Hey speedy- lookin' good :)
And don't worry, I won't tell anyone about your secret life as a woman on facebook.
From Kelli on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 00:55:10 from 71.219.102.162
We already know!
From kungfublonde on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 01:01:13 from 64.203.113.50
Shhhh Kelli, I'm trying to harass Burt!
From Kelli on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 01:02:39 from 71.219.102.162
Well, I think we should tell the world about it! Burt needs some harassing!
From kungfublonde on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 01:15:35 from 64.203.113.50
Burt, is it ok if I call you Vicki? I feel like we're good enough friends at this point...
From Burt on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 01:36:36 from 98.167.151.26
Geez! Say it so the whole world can hear!
From sam on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 04:37:39 from 78.32.130.9
Yeah VICKI< hahahaha I believe it is Victor!
I hope this doesnt mean your personality is Victor Meldrew LOL sure you americans won't get that one.....
From James W on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 13:11:17 from 12.151.72.1
Burt, if you were able to do Pat's Run at an average of 7:17/mile (just checked your race report again), you should probably be shooting for around 7:30/mile for your 10K, assuming it is not real hilly. This would actually put you at around 46:30. For training, make sure you are getting in your miles, and make sure that the last 2-3 days prior are easy miles. I don't think much tapering is required for a 10K, other than making sure that you don't hammer your legs with a hard workout the week prior.
From Burt on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 16:52:41 from 68.76.197.194
James - They don't have a course map, but from the description I'm able to trace out what I think it will be on GoogleEarth. The race is out and back. It appears as though the first half of the race has a 300 foot climb. The steepest section is a 4.7% slope for 0.6 miles. I figure I should get some hill training in this Saturday, but the race is the following Saturday. Is that too close to "hammer" my legs?
From James W on Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 19:01:00 from 12.151.72.1
That's plenty of time. Just don't overdo it this weekend and you should be fine. It's more important Wed-Fri to make your runs nice and easy.
From sam on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 12:30:53 from 90.208.239.134
When I am doing a 10k race, I might get away with a decent session on the sat/sun, then it would be maybe a half session like instead of 6x 1mile I would do 3x 1 mile but faster with more recovery and then easy runs over the wed/thurs/frid, and rest the day before a race, or if your racing sat, rest on thurs and real easy 1-2 miles jog on friday! just my thoughts and my coach would tell me to do this..
From Lily on Wed, Apr 28, 2010 at 23:38:35 from 67.199.181.73
Nice Burt, nice. How tall are you?
From Burt on Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 02:01:26 from 98.177.220.145
6' 3/4". Why do you ask?
Fri, May 01, 2009
Total Distance
5.62
It was snowing today. It seemed like snow. The yellow leaves were falling off the Palo Verdes as I ran under them. At least I think they are Palo Verdes. I'll have to ask AZDesertMonsoon. He'll know. He's pretty awesome like that.
*AM run*
Time - 47:25 (avg. pace 8:27) Nice and easy so I wouldn't be too tired for the ride to work.
Splits -
1 mile - 8:32
2 mile - 8:32
3 mile - 8:15 (this is usually my slowest mile, but I hurried to get through the construction zone.)
4 mile - 8:26
5 mile - 8:37
0.62 miles - 5:05 (pace 8:14)
*AM bike ride*
Distance - 17.5 miles
Time - 1:07:28
Avg. speed - 15.6 mph Max. speed - 20.9 mph
*PM bike ride*
Distance - 17.5 miles
Time - 1:08:51
Avg. speed - 15.3 mph Max. speed - 23.2 mph
Weight: 197.00
Comments
From Kelli on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 13:06:03 from 71.219.69.60
Very nice workouts!!
Don't you know that you are supposed to slow down in construction zones? Fines are bigger in construction zones!!!
From RivertonPaul on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 13:11:42 from 67.42.27.114
Run and bike. Nice.
From Smooth on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 13:17:52 from 71.36.87.147
AWESOME workout! I know of a place call Palos Verdes. It's a peninsula west of Orange County in Southern California, very beautiful place.
I love your new pic. You're in the air! What race was that? VERY COOL!
From Burt on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 15:07:37 from 68.76.197.194
Smooth - that was from Pat's Run. I'm actually wearing that shirt today for the 2nd time. Casual Friday.
From Metcalf Running on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 15:27:05 from 207.225.192.66
Nice miles today!! Biking and running WOW.
From Burt on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 15:39:53 from 68.76.197.194
Well, I still have another 17.5 mile bike ride home, so I'm not done yet. Lori, I was reading your blog about the "regulars." I have one regular I see. She's a pretty Japanese lady. I've named her Su Li. She doesn't run, but she walks every morning. Oh, and there is another older lady that usually wears a mask. She wasn't wearing it today. I always say hi to them. Didn't see Su Li today, but the older lady initiated the hi this morning. That was nice. Anyway, there's a story to this. It's just taking me a while to get there. This morning I saw a lot more people on the sidewalk either running or walking than usual. I like seeing people out exercising even if it is on my "turf." When I got home and looked in the mirror, I noticed that the body glide I put on my chest made two very noticeable circles around my nipular region. I hope all the new people were impressed with my sweaty shirt and dry looking nipples. I'm glad Su Li didn't see me.
From Teena on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 15:41:28 from 67.177.20.13
Nice workout there Burt!!! :)
From montelepsy on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 16:40:45 from 155.85.58.253
You should apply some body glide to your stomach in a curve, that way once you start sweating everyone will know you're friendly. Or sad. I guess it depends on the orientation of the curve.
From James W. on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 17:31:21 from 12.151.72.1
I think those are actually the Palo Verde blossoms that are falling, not the leaves. Lots of lovely pollen . . .
From Burt on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 17:37:29 from 68.76.197.194
I'm totally doing that next time I wear that shirt, Mike.
I don't know why I was thinking flowers don't grow on trees. "I looked at the window and what did I see..." I learned that in Sunbeams. Good. Maybe I'll get that song in my head instead of Turn, Turn, Turn from Britta's blog.
From JD on Fri, May 01, 2009 at 19:18:19 from 64.65.159.206
Is nipular a word?
I was on a run once where I was getting weird looks from others. I thought it was my hair, or my imagination, but when I got home and looked in the mirror, there was a big spot of blood running from one of my nipular regions down my shirt. It must have looked like I got shot or something.
From Burt on Sat, May 02, 2009 at 11:47:39 from 98.167.151.26
To answer that question I'll have to go to the source, Montelepsy. He knows all sorts of fun words. And go here for other adventures in areolic mishaps: http://burt-mccumber.fastrunningblog.com/blog--So-much-to-say-today-nbsp-Where-to/01-26-2009.html
From sam on Sat, May 02, 2009 at 11:53:49 from 90.210.160.129
Hey Burt great work out, liked the comment faster through the costruction Zone!
and the bike ride awesome. I see the same people sometimes on my runs too, its good I always say hi, to some old man walking in the pine woods, he asked me nearly every day for 2 weeks weres my dog, when I stopped running with the dog, I always replied at home resting! he got the idea in the end.
From JD on Sat, May 02, 2009 at 11:58:31 from 64.65.159.206
That's funny...breast pads...
I use bandaids, sometimes I can keep the same pair on for over a week through showers and runs etc. It's puts a lot of romance in my marriage too! LOL!
From britta on Sat, May 02, 2009 at 14:36:02 from 66.74.232.169
Just wondering how the run went today!!!! Hehe! (saturday)
From Burt on Sat, May 02, 2009 at 14:39:09 from 98.167.151.26
I'll let you know if my wife ever gets back from yard saling, Britta. I have a course marked out in the San Tan Mts., but it keeps getting hotter and hotter as the day goes on...
From mikemac on Sat, May 02, 2009 at 22:46:20 from 75.120.8.142
Cross training.... nice!
Sat, May 02, 2009
Total Distance
4.84
This wasn't the smartest run I've ever done. I know I have some significant hills in my 10k race next Saturday so I wanted to get some hill work in today. It ended up being mountain work. Steep rocky mountains.
I mapped out a course on GoogleEarth that I thought looked pretty good. My wife drove me up to the start. The first thing I saw was a private property sign - no access to park. But we went anyway. I had to step over a barbed wire fence to get to the trail. It wasn't much of a trail since I didn't start exactly where I wanted to. And it didn't take long before I was huffing and puffing trying to climb the mountain. There was a 266 foot climb in the first half mile. I didn't have the leg power or the wind to run up, so I walked some. Then it dropped back down to about the elevation I started at by the time I got to the first mile. It took 12:45.
The next mile was a 500 foot climb, and I was battling daylight. This was a very tough mile with lots of walking, but no stopping. I kept thinking about all the things that could go wrong. There could be snakes. It might get dark. I have nothing to drink. I could turn an ankle. I'm dumb. This mile took 16:05.
The next mile was the beginning of the downhill. It was almost as bad as the uphill because it was so steep and rocky. I couldn't run for fear of not being able to stop and not being able to get a sure step. This mile took 10:34.
The fourth mile was pretty decent. The hill was less steep and more sure. I ran this one in 8:21. I was thinking I'm glad Britta didn't convince me to bring my music. I need all my senses.
The last bit was all on the main road. When I say main road, I mean paved. I saw my wife down the road, and then she turned and drove away. I didn't think she'd go very far, but she did. So then this pit bull came out and was daring me to make a wrong move. I yelled at it to git. Thankfully it listened. I called my wife and told her to turn around and come get me. The last 0.84 miles was in 7:21.
Bottom line; not sure if this is the kind of hill training I needed for the race next week, but it was certainly an adventure. I leave you with a picture I took at the top of the mountain and the sun almost down. What a moron I am.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Vis on Sun, May 03, 2009 at 12:10:27 from 208.88.9.50
Don't you just love being out in the desert w/ nothing but you and your running? I know I do.
From sam on Sun, May 03, 2009 at 19:24:14 from 90.210.160.129
Hey burt, its training, sounds like a real good workout and excellent piccies, love the elevation of the route how cool! Well you will need to recover for the race now, so Id say easy runs all week as this sounds like a proper fell/mountain running training LOL ;-)
From Burt on Sun, May 03, 2009 at 22:47:14 from 98.167.151.26
Yep Vis. It's pretty cool.
Sam - I'm thinking about doing my 5.6 mile route Mon.-Wed., 2 easy miles Thur., rest Fri. and race Sat. Sound good?
From Lucia on Sun, May 03, 2009 at 22:51:27 from 98.204.55.168
This is exactly the kind of training you need for a hilly race! And, it toughens you up mentally too! Nice job.
From sam on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 12:00:10 from 90.210.160.129
Yes sounds good to me Burt, consistancy keep it going ....
From James W on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 13:01:31 from 12.151.72.1
You are a nut! I would have recommended something more like running back up the back of Usury pass, like we did before, or going up from Ellsworth towards Usury pass, then turning around and going back downhill. I know that's further for you since you are in outer darkness (I mean Queen Creek). I'm sure the experience was good, and am glad you didn't turn an ankle or get bit . . .
From Burt on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 13:11:51 from 68.76.197.194
James - that's exactly what I was thinking I should've done; backside of Usery. But since I do live in outer darkness, I have to put myself through fire and brimstone. LOL.
Sun, May 03, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
More pictures from yesterday's run.
Looking south at the 2071 elev. mark. To the SE (not pictured) is Johnson Ranch.
Looking north at the 2071 elev. mark at south Queen Creek. I believe the mountain straight ahead is the Superstition.
Looking NW towards Chandler and Gilbert at the 2135 elev. mark.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From montelepsy on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 09:04:27 from 155.85.58.253
You are a wild and crazy guy, Burt. Glad you didn't get bitten by a snake or dog or drink from a discarded bottle.
From Mark on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 13:59:56 from 24.129.132.74
Awesome pictures! Thanks for posting them.
Mon, May 04, 2009
Total Distance
5.63
I wanted to run at an 8:15 pace this morning, but I ended up going at an 8 pace. I was kind of a punk this morning. I was stopped at a stop light waiting for the light to turn green. Some lady tried to turn right as it changed, and I faked like I was going to run out in front of her causing her to slam on the brakes and let me go. I suppose I could've stared her down and gave her a mean look, but I'm not that much of a jerk, :)
Time - 44:55 (avg. pace 7:59)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:56
2 mile - 8:03
3 mile - 8:01
4 mile - 7:55
5 mile - 8:06
0.63 miles - 4:55 (7:50 avg.)
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 11:51:04 from 189.192.210.77
The slamming was enough.
Keep the miles piling, almost at 300!
From Metcalf Running on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 12:03:57 from 207.225.192.66
Wow nice pace! You probably shouldn't play games with people in cars. They don't always end up good.
From RivertonPaul on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 15:35:53 from 67.42.27.114
When you get hit, call me and I'll help you sue the driver.
From marion on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 15:47:36 from 71.219.55.149
Let me first start by saying I am glad you did not get hit. Secondly, Paul, I am going to keep you in mind for when I get hit. Thirdly, I would have done the same thing, but hit her car and given her a dirty look. Apparently, running brings out all of my pent up aggression ;D I wish I could turn the aggression in to SPEED!!!
From Burt on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 16:00:31 from 68.76.197.194
LOL. I had no intention of actually going out in front of her. I'm a very defensive runner. But I can also be a very animated drama queen in my attempts to make people feel like they almost killed me.
From sam on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 16:54:01 from 90.210.160.129
hahhaa oh dear, I just keep running and put my hand up, its up to them if they want to stop I mean its harder to stop running than to slow down in the car! come on PEEPS! ok Ill admit it sometime's I do stop only when they look like they wanna kill me!
Love the new pic cool a blue flamingo LOL
From marion on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 17:50:07 from 71.213.111.242
Burt- are you sure you don't want a RHPC shirt??? We can get you one in red ;)
From Burt on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 18:09:02 from 68.76.197.194
Then I could stop wearing Body Glide. Could be a good investment...
From Camille on Mon, May 04, 2009 at 20:36:53 from 71.223.71.118
Marion... not red, hot pink!!! :o)
Nice miles and pace this morning!!! And I could totally see you doing that to that poor little lady at the light. Okay, maybe she wasn't poor... she did have a car and should have been watching.
From Teena on Tue, May 05, 2009 at 10:31:59 from 67.177.20.13
You Punk!!! You make me laugh!!! :)
Tue, May 05, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I really should do a better job at dragging myself out of bed in the mornings.
Time - 23:05 (avg. pace 7:42)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:56
2 mile - 7:59 (against the wind and slight uphill. felt faster than the first.)
3 mile - 7:10
Weight: 200.00
Comments
From sam on Tue, May 05, 2009 at 12:52:33 from 90.210.160.129
Well done, great splits Burt. I have that problem too dragging myslef out of bed....
From Eric Day on Tue, May 05, 2009 at 17:45:25 from 189.192.34.133
Hey, but you passed the 300 mile marker!
Congrats.
From Burt on Tue, May 05, 2009 at 19:01:22 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - you know what's wierd? I seem to sleep really deep when it rains. Good thing I don't live in the UK.
Eric - so I have. So I have.
From rattletrap on Tue, May 05, 2009 at 19:38:22 from 75.216.148.81
Nice run, uphill and against the wind. I had the same issues on mile 8 today and it slowed me down a lot more than you. Good job!
Your new pic kind of reminds me of Homestarrunner's one-legged dog "li'l brudder" :)
From Kelli on Tue, May 05, 2009 at 21:21:41 from 71.219.98.88
WOW, these last two days you have been BOOKING IT!!!!! Holy crud, Mr Speedy Pants.
No messin' with ladies at the stop lights, you could have given her a heart attack!
From sam on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 06:51:20 from 78.32.130.9
Thats weird sleep when its raining, id be sleeping all the time over this end of the world! nope I just cant sleep at all at the moment, hence by the time it gets to the morning I cant get outta bed!
From Burt on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 11:31:05 from 98.167.151.26
RT - I'm not familiar with that show. I think I look more like a chicken trying to lay an egg.
Kelli - I ran slow today just for you.
Sam - I stay up late so I can watch my PG-13 movies after my kids have gone to bed. (I'm sure the UK movie rating system is different than the USA.)
From rattletrap on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 12:21:19 from 70.192.116.185
Homestarrunner.com is an Internet cartoon site. The "Strongbad emails" are the best: http://homestarrunner.com/sbemail.html
From sam on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 17:19:52 from 90.195.99.31
Hey Burt, our ratings are, pg, 12, 12a (which means an adult can take any age child to a 12a) 15 18
Wed, May 06, 2009
Total Distance
5.63
Time - 48:15 (avg. pace 8:34)
Splits -
1 mile - 8:29 (I saw a dead field mouse in the middle of the sidewalk. I wondered if someone hit it with a bike or if it had been poisoned and that was where it dragged itself with its last ounce of strength.)
2 mile - 8:30
3 mile - 8:30 (construction zone)
4 mile - 8:45
5 mile - 8:41 (Su Li sighting)
0.63 miles - 5:20 (8:28 pace)
Temp - 72
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 11:27:40 from 189.192.133.167
Burt, three days in a row, super!!!
You are doing great.
From rhett on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 13:39:19 from 74.41.249.102
Nice run. Poor mouse.
From montelepsy on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 14:00:10 from 155.85.58.253
I'm sure the mouse would have appreciated you taking the time to ponder it's last moments.
From James W. on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 14:14:42 from 12.151.72.1
Nice run. Now its time to take it easy the next two days (but still run a few miles) to get ready for your race on Sat.
From Burt on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 14:25:20 from 68.76.197.194
I didn't feel sorry for the mouse, as cute as it was, in it's own dead sort of way.
Thanks James. If I don't PR, I'm blaming you and Sam. JK.
From Kelli on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 19:34:59 from 71.219.98.88
72, UGHHH.
I slowed WAY down for you today. I did even better than you did!
From mikemac on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 23:12:10 from 192.28.0.21
Good luck at your 10k Burt.I am also going to try to pr on May 16th.
From Burt on Wed, May 06, 2009 at 23:50:31 from 68.76.197.194
Mike - the way you've been running lately, you're going to smash your PR. The only thing that worries me is I think this course might be a little tough.
From Brent on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 07:56:56 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, did you watch American Idol last night, no doubt, with Gwen. Good luck with your race an saturday, smash that PR.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 12:41:08 from 68.76.197.194
Nope Brent. My wife did and was telling me how the red head got kicked off and now there's only three boys left. I was like, "Red head? Three boys? What are you talking about?"
From sam on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 16:30:49 from 90.195.99.31
Oh Burt, you cant blame me! poor mouse, and great splits, loving the descriptions, Ill have to do that only thing I saw today was WIND! LOL
Thu, May 07, 2009
Total Distance
2.05
Easy last run to stay loose for the 10k this weekend.
Time - 17:03 (avg. pace 8:20)
Splits -
1 mile - 8:21
2 mile - 8:21
0.05 miles - 0:21 (7:50 pace)
Temp -73
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Dustin on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 11:03:32 from 204.113.48.69
Good luck with the 10K, I like the pictures you posted the other day. My sister lives in Gilbert so we go day there to visit every now and then.
From Brent on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 13:07:33 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, no doubt, without Gwen, you are not a music fan, no IPOD for you? Gwen Stafanni is the lead singer for the group No Doubt. They are going back on tour after being apart for a number of years.
Stay Kool, Sing Along, B of BS Rools out
From Lucia on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 14:00:39 from 74.9.147.114
Good luck this weekend! I'm sensing there is a PR coming your way...
From Rhett on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 14:28:33 from 170.215.58.122
I ran into Dan Kuch at the store yesterday and he is running the 10K in Kingman on Sat also, so I guess you'll have to shoot for second place since he is sostinking fast.
From montelepsy on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 15:18:48 from 64.235.121.163
Good luck on your 10k. Hopefully that hill workout will pay some dividends.
From sam on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 16:33:49 from 90.195.99.31
no sightings!
Good luck with the 10k I a sure you will do a pb, hoping you feel full of energy today holding back the pace....
Gwen stafanni loving it! I Like Pink at the moment, poker face gets me through some tuff wind here in the uk, we should be called not the windy city but the wet and windy island!
From Burt on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 16:56:30 from 68.76.197.194
Dustin - what's your SIL's name. I'm sure I know her. LOL.
Brent - I figured out what you were talking about this morning. My wife is into more recent pop culture so she was able to explain. I'm old school. (BTW - They pick nobodies to be on that show and try to turn them into sombodies. Every once in a while they find a diamond in the ruff like Carrie Underwood.)
Rocket - I hope your clairvoyance serves me well.
Rhett - NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! Come on!! What does he need to be in this rinky dink race for? It's bad enough I was going to get beat by Dan Springborn. And what's worse, they're both in my age division.
Mike - Hill workouts combined with speedy arms.
Sam - there was no mouse sighting, but there was a Su Li sighting.
From sam on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 16:59:09 from 90.195.99.31
sorry burt commented on wrong day DUH!
From Eric Day on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 18:49:20 from 189.192.239.113
Go Burt Go.
Kill the 10k, just like you did with the mouse. No cars to worry about while racing.
So then, at least a third place?
Good luck.
From Kelli on Thu, May 07, 2009 at 22:17:31 from 71.219.98.88
SUPER DUPER good luck on that 10k. I will patiently wait for MY report!
From Steve P on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 11:22:18 from 155.100.236.38
Best wishes on your race, Burt!!
From Burt on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 13:07:42 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks Eric, Kelli, and Steve. (and everyone)
From sam on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 15:17:15 from 90.195.99.170
Keep it good, have a nice rest and give that 10k some stick! Good Luck
Sat, May 09, 2009
Race:
Route 66 Race for Hospice 2009 (6.2 Miles) 00:48:29, Place overall: 9, Place in age division: 3
Total Distance
6.80
A few months ago my mom texted me and told me she was going to walk in the Route 66 Race for Hospice. This is a 3 mile walk/5k run/10k run. Proceeds from this event go into a fund to help build a hospice home in my hometown of Kingman, AZ. I told her I would like to do the 10k. We were going to take a family trip up to Kingman, but my my wife's mom came down here, so the rest of my family stayed home, and I went solo. My mom ended up not being able to do her walk because earlier this week a glass shelf from her bathroom fell on the top of her foot and bruised it up real good. My brother walked it in her stead.
I had a couple of goals going into this race. One was to hit a 7:30 average. I knew that would be tough due to the big hill, but I thought if I attacked it, I would be able to make it up on the dowhill after we turn around. The other goal was to beat this old man that lives in Kingman. I don't know why he's so stinkin' fast. Honestly, if you look at him, he looks like a bum. He has stringy hair and an earth-worn face. But he starts going and he keeeeeps going. I talked to him before the race. He doesn't say a lot. I guess he lets his feet do the talking. Anyway, I didn't meet either of the two goals.
1 mile - 7:30 - I lined up behind Dan Kuch again. I lined up behind him at the Havasu Half Marathon which he won. He easily won today with a time of 35:10. I wished I would've talked to him more before the race. I could've asked him how long he's lived in Lake Havasu and what he thought of Rhett. They counted us down and he was off. A couple of guys weren't far behind, but as it turned out, they were running the 5k. After about a quarter mile my mouth became incredibly dry. It was wierd. I talked to the winner of the 5k and he said the same thing happened to him. I wanted to get a drink at the first aid station, but there was only one lady passing out water, and we were still bunched together, so I missed it.
2 mile - 8:25 - This is where we start going up El Travatore Hill. I slowed way off pace, but I was running right next to the old man. I felt like I could pass him, but thought I should play it safe, run with him 'til the turn around, then bury him. That didn't quite happen as he gapped me by a few steps, and when two other guys passed me I started running with them, and the gap got bigger and bigger.
3 mile - 8:23 - During this mile we turned onto Hualapai Mtn. Road. This body builder dude passed me. I ran behind him for a while and passed him back. Then he was running right behind me letting me cut the wind for him. Muscle-bound-jerk! After a little bit he passed me again. I decided to do the same thing to him. Couldn't tell if it made a difference so I decided to pass him. I was remembering the advice Paul gave to someone about passing people and burying them. This time when I passed muscle man I made a surge and dropped him for good. After the race he said, "I just couldn't keep up with you!" I said, "I know. I'm Lloyd Dobler. aka Burt McCumber." I really didn't say that.
4 mile - 7:36 - Hit the turn around point and was feeling good. Not good as in I could sprint all the way to the finish, but good as in I could hold the strong pace I was at. I was drinking water at each aid station and that was helping with the dry throat problem. I knew I was in 9th place, and hoped to reel in the old man who was in 5th. First I would start with the chick that chicked me. (She was actually the second to do so.) Then I would go after the guy that kept walking. Then I would go after the no shirt heart monitor guy.
5 mile - 7:46 - I totally expected this to be my fastest mile. The vast majority of this mile was down El Travotore. I was hoping for a sub 6. I felt like I was really moving, but it ended up not being as good as I'd hoped...by a long shot. Hmmmm... Still hadn't made any distance up on the four guys in front of me, but the old man sure had put some major distance between us.
6 mile - 7:32 - Still hadn't made any distance up on anyone. I started getting annoyed that walker man was still way ahead of me and that he probably was going to catch the chick. Now I started having thoughts about just cruising on in. I didn't think anyone behind me would catch me, and I should still get a PR. But I still pushed on.
0.2 miles - 1:20 (6:40 pace) - Once again I was to worried about posing for the camera to remember to stop my Garmin. It took me about 10 seconds to after they ripped the bottom of my bib off and handed me a water. It was cool to have my mom and sister there to cheer me to the finish.
So now I start to wonder if I medaled. Okay, 9th overall, two runners in front of me were female, one was the old man. I know Dan Kuch and I are the same age. Were there two more runners ahead of me in my AD? Maybe. They started reading off the AD winners for males for the 5k. I quickly realized that I would be in the 26 to 35 year old category...and I'm 35! How can I compete against these young bucks? Well I waited until they announced the winners of the 10k for males. "Third place in the 26 to 35 year old age division with a time of 48:29 - Burt McCumber." Yippee! Er, I mean, that's right. That's how I compete with young bucks!
It was a fun day. After the race my brother and I went and loaded up a refrigerator from my mother-in-law's. Then I went back to my mom's, showered, and packed up my stuff. She took me to Mr. D's for lunch where I had, yep, you guessed it, a most delicious root beer float. Then I picked up the last puppy from my brother's house to surprise my family with. The End.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From rattletrap on Sat, May 09, 2009 at 22:29:51 from 70.193.84.60
Congratulations on a new PR! You'll get that old dude next time. I hope your mom's foot gets better soon.
From Julie on Sat, May 09, 2009 at 23:15:40 from 71.35.241.219
Your report was fun to read. You did great. I'm sure you will just get faster and faster this summer.
From Burt on Sat, May 09, 2009 at 23:39:23 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks Mike. I figure I'm only getting better, and he's only getting older. It stands to reason. He's a sweet guy, though. And my mom has diabetes, so she already has all sorts of feet problem. Poor lady.
Julie - thanks. But since I write such novels whenever I race, I don't think you even got to read the whole thing. LOL.
From Julie on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 00:05:07 from 71.35.241.219
I was kind of wondering why it ended so quick. lol. That's much better. You deserved that root beer float. That sounds so good right now.
From seeaprilrun on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 06:12:13 from 68.102.144.140
That was a great race report! You'll get that old guy next time--good job on finishing strong and a PR!
From mikemac on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 07:21:12 from 192.28.0.21
Great race Burt.48:29 is not to shabby for a 10k. I hope that I can do that in my next race.I know what you mean about that old guy,some people just get it done. Who knows? Congrats on the hardware!I hope that your mom is ok.
From sam on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 07:29:12 from 90.212.41.29
Hey Congratulations Burt on your new PR, told you it would be okay! how were the legs then I presume ok?
Great read, you report is fun, I have had a old man beat me too, would you believe it though he is the worlds fastest for his age group, he still runs now 71 yrs....
A puppy did I read that right, what breed is it, more info please
From Steve P on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 07:57:08 from 66.60.123.236
Nice race, Burt!
From marion on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 13:26:18 from 71.219.62.210
OK- you ran a race- kicked some SERIOUS butt, THEN moved a fridge, then had a root beer float (I can get into this one ;) and then brought home a puppy??? WOW!! What an amazing day :) Congratulations on the FANTASTIC time and GREAt race! That old dude will be yours one day and that will be a fine day :)
what kind of puppy?
From montelepsy on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 15:53:26 from 64.235.121.163
I still can't wait until you dominate the sweet old guy! I'm staying tuned Burt!
From Burt on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 15:54:26 from 98.167.151.26
April - I'm not sure it it's healthy to have this obsession of beating the old guy. Especially when he lives so far away.
Mike - She'll be all right. She's on antibiotics and still wanted to walk, but the doctor told her no. Wouldn't you know it, but my sister got stung by a scorpion today.
Steve - thanks. I think if it was a flatter race, I could've shattered that time.
Sam and Marion - my SIL told me it was part sheppard and part weimaraner, but I think it looks like a shar-pei.
From Burt on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 16:01:51 from 98.167.151.26
Yes! I just had 3 Mikes comment on my blog!
From lucia on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 19:22:19 from 98.204.55.168
You are so funny, loved the report! Congrats, sounds like a fun time!
From Bonnie on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 19:35:27 from 71.210.108.104
Congrats on the race Burt! It sounds like a killer course.
A puppy!!?!??! that is so very cool!
I want a root-beer float so badly now ... I just can't ... oh but it sounds so good!!
From Eric Day on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 20:08:27 from 189.169.178.121
Super Burt, too bad you got your but kicked by the old man. But hopefully, someday soon you'll beat him.
From James W on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 20:39:58 from 70.190.199.29
Congrats on a great race, a PR and getting an age division medal! I think on a flat course, you would have gained at least 2-3 minutes. Can't discount those hills. Have you thought about doing the summer race series (at least the ones on Saturdays)?
From Rhett on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 12:55:34 from 74.41.249.102
Sweet race Burt. Now if you could have just taken out Dan, you would have been doing all of us a favor. LOL Congrats on the hardware. You rocked it.
From Gavin on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 16:08:49 from 128.242.106.124
Great Job! I enjoyed reading the race report. The visual imagery you painted was perfect. It was a scorcher on Saturday. Another medal to add to the trophy case.
From Burt on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 17:01:01 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks, Bonnie and Seeking my Inner Bonnie.
Eric - I like to think the hill kicked my butt. I would've tried harder to stay with him if it wasn't for my motor overheating going up the hill.
James - I think I will do that 5k with you. I sent my wife the link so she can sign me up.
Rhett - Funny. I heard some people talking about how he came cruising in and no one was near him. I piped up and said I thought about cross-body blocking him as he was coming back.
Thanks, Gavin. Gavin's a cool dude I met at a local 5k. He's fast, and he should join the blog to impart of his wisdom to us.
From Johny on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 20:55:40 from 128.103.220.30
4:59 mile?!?!?!?!
What the what? Is that for real? Smokin'...
From Burt on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 21:09:12 from 68.76.197.194
That was a long time ago Johny. A long time ago.
From Merri on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 11:09:55 from 207.88.76.69
Very nice race. I love the pics on the blog. And give me your puppy!!!
From Burt on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 11:18:49 from 68.76.197.194
Get your own puppy Merri! LOL!
Sun, May 10, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Pictures from yesterday' race
Here's the starting line. Very small chute. But very colorful. (How sad is it that this poor man has no idea I have a burning desire to destroy him.)
Fancy cars in the Mr. D's parking lot.
We named her Sugar.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From kungfublonde on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 21:26:34 from 64.203.113.50
All I saw was the puppy, and I want her.
We used to have a bird named Sugar. I hope your Sugar doesn't peck your kids cheeks and have to go back to the pet store...
From Burt on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 22:21:31 from 98.167.151.26
Happy Mother's Day, Rachel.
From kungfublonde on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 22:40:40 from 64.203.113.50
Thanks, Burt :)
From RivertonPaul on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 11:36:14 from 67.42.27.114
Who are you mooning? All of us?
From Burt on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 11:37:54 from 98.167.151.26
Well, my mother took the picture...LOL. Don't I look like a hunchback?
From LaurenO on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 15:55:07 from 68.98.209.210
Cuuute puppy!! And congrats on the race, how did you do? You look fantastic... it's been awhile since I last logged on, but you look half your size! Nice work! :)
From Burt on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 16:33:54 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Lauren. I have lost a few more pounds since the beginning of the year. I imagine you might be gaining some of them soon with your exciting news. I did good in the race. Didn't do as well as I hoped, but I still PR'ed.
Rachel - I'm finding it hard to get used to that name. Yesterday my wife was like, "Put Sugar in the bath tub until we get home from church." "Why the heck do we want sugar in the bath tub?" One of these days someone is going to say, "This Kool-Aid tastes terrible. Did you put Sugar in it?" LOL.
From sam on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 08:05:41 from 78.32.130.9
Cute really cute, not you the puppy LOL
kidding your looking great, more weight loss! well done, lovin the cars very sparkly!
From montelepsy on Sun, May 17, 2009 at 01:51:48 from 155.85.58.253
Don't let Rachel near your dog. She is a puppy bandit.
From kungfublonde on Sun, May 17, 2009 at 02:52:56 from 208.54.4.17
A puppy bandit??
From montelepsy on Sun, May 17, 2009 at 03:00:56 from 155.85.58.253
It just sounded funny to me. I crack myself up.
From Burt on Sun, May 17, 2009 at 20:39:59 from 98.167.151.26
How about I make Sugar swallow a self destruct device if Rachel gets within 10 feet of her?
From JD on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 13:39:45 from 70.96.78.157
It was just my imagination, running away with me...Haha!!
From Burt on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 13:46:52 from 12.231.112.98
Curse you JD!
Mon, May 11, 2009
Total Distance
4.89
Time - 40:46 (8:20 avg. pace)
Splits -
1 mile - 8:07 (I saw Su Li and talked to her today in passing. I said, "We have the same pants on today." We were both wearing blue sweats with 2 white stripes running down the legs. She laughed and said, "Yes. Good morning." Now I'm beginning to think she's the one I ran into when she stepped in front of me a few months ago.
2 mile - 8:10 (I saw a water bottle on the ground, but left if for fear that it could be a road side bomb. Then I saw a bottle of strawberry milk, then what looked to be a bottle of Arizona Tea Watermelon flavor.
3 mile - 8:34
4 mile - 8:33
0.89 miles - 7:23 (8:17 avg.)
Temp - 75
When I picked up the refrigerator from my mother-in-law's house Saturday, I had to hop her back fence. I'm not as young, spry, or agile as I used to be. My brother stuck his knee out for me to jump off of, but I knew something bad would happen. My first leg made it over fine, but my second leg got hung up on the fence. I thought I pulled a hammy, but I walked it off. Where I really did damage was behind my left knee. It's pretty bruised, but I couldn't see the bruise until today. I definitely felt it on the run this morning, but it wasn't too bad.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 12:55:10 from 200.52.202.180
Stealing water bottles, trespassing, foolish jumping... and all of this done in one day.
You are a busy man Burt.
Hope you heal soon!
From Mike Warren on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 14:05:29 from 207.50.149.221
Could of been worse, I think of something worse to hook then a knee, while jumping a fence.(LOL). Great job on the run!
From Bonnie on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 14:13:07 from 128.196.228.134
What were you thinking? Did you feel like David Hasselhoff or something?
I get scared just jumping over little sticks on the road ;) - of course I am probably 10 years your senior and never really looked up to David the way you do ;-).
From Burt on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 14:23:55 from 68.76.197.194
It's not the first time I've jumped over that fence. I just have watched too many Maximum Exposure shows that I'm afraid to try crazy stuff like that anymore. Usually they end up doing damage in the regions Mike's eluding to. LOL.
From sam on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 16:10:53 from 90.212.41.29
Wow, you training for steeplechase then.....
great training and lovin the detail in your descriptions, wish I noticed things so much.... LOL
From Kelli on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 20:37:30 from 71.219.89.83
Sorry about the owie, but I great job on the race last weekend!
Hey, you are always moving a fridge from your MIL's it seems like.
From Burt on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 20:38:55 from 68.76.197.194
Last time it was a washer and dryer. LOL.
From Kelli on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 20:43:16 from 71.219.89.83
Are ya sure? I was thinking you were playing a trick and just seeing if any of us were listening.
From marion on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 21:21:18 from 71.213.117.213
We had chili dogs for dinner :)
From Burt on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 21:33:50 from 68.76.197.194
Yes! Where's mine? Send me one. I've yet to make that chili recipe you posted last year. :(
From colby park on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 21:17:00 from 76.23.35.29
Hey Burt, yeah I know Sasha and a few of the runners that he runs with.
Tue, May 12, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
50 situps.
Planks - 5 seconds each leg. LOL.
Weight: 0.00
Wed, May 13, 2009
Total Distance
2.05
50 situps.
Planks - twice 10 seconds each leg (getting better)
Speed work (by which I mean I'm working on obtaining speed, not maintaining speed.)
3 X 1/2 mile intervals with 1/4 mile jogging in between
1st 1/2 mile - 2:59
2nd 1/2 mile - 3:29
3rd 1/2 mile - 3:28
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Rhett on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 12:56:24 from 74.41.249.102
Nice work out! Did you hit puke pace?
From Metcalf Running on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 13:08:09 from 207.225.192.66
Obtaining speed? you are already speedy!
From Burt on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 13:10:15 from 68.76.197.194
When you live off a diet of root beer floats and chili dogs, you never hit puke pace. LOL.
Yeah right Lori. I checked my Garmin and my max speed was 4:59. 4:59. I used to be able to run an entire mile that fast. Now it's just the speed I can barely get to when I run my fastest.
From Metcalf Running on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 13:17:48 from 207.225.192.66
Burt... you will get no simpathy from this 9mm pace gal... only in my dreams will I ever be able to run at your pace. Even for one mile LOL
From RivertonPaul on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 13:21:13 from 67.42.27.114
Nice repeats. Good job.
From Nevels on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 13:24:20 from 131.204.15.93
It seems to me that a diet of root beer floats and chili dogs would be the ideal way to make attaining puke pace easier, especially when partaken within an hour or so of a workout.
I know everyone will just be itching to try it.....
From Burt on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 14:01:43 from 68.76.197.194
You've seen the structural integrity of my innards, Nevels.
From montelepsy on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 15:52:03 from 155.85.58.253
Dang Burt! Look at your first repeat. Smoking.
From Burt on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 17:55:52 from 68.76.197.194
Well, again, I started out way too fast. And that first one would've been faster, but I turned the corner and saw one of my old lady regulars, and figured if I kept up at the pace I was at, I would end up finishing the 1/2 mile right about where she was. She would be wondering why I was running at a full sprint and stopping right when I got to her, so I slowed down some before.
From Teena on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 21:28:11 from 67.177.20.13
Nice job there Burt!!!
You were burning it up!!! :)
From Nevels on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 21:32:44 from 131.204.15.93
Ah yes, a fellow cast-iron stomach owner. Kudos to you and to all with ferric fermenters for stomachs.
From James W on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 21:58:41 from 70.190.199.29
Hey Burt, nice workout. I haven't been able to run since Monday (sick), but I was looking at the ARR race calendar today, and found another marathon in the vicinity on November 21 (Saturday!). It's the Mesquite marathon. I may even have to try that one out next year - it looks pretty good. http://www.mammothmarathons.org/m/m.html
It's only $55.
From sam on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 05:18:29 from 78.32.130.9
Loving the workout, 50 sit ups eh! great
and the plank doing well....
The Workout, hmmmm
im going to nit pick, hahaha
first half/m should have been slower (so my coach would have said naughty boy)
so then your 2nd one and 3rd should have been faster _me doing an impersonation of my coach LOL.
thats a good work out, well done.... first one is at 6 mile pace excellent your banging on the door on your old speed :-)
From sam on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 05:19:27 from 78.32.130.9
in my case, if it were me he was telling off it wouldve been naughty girl! even though im well old! LOL
From Burt on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 10:37:58 from 68.76.197.194
James - that doesn't look half bad. The hills in the middle worry me. It's the week before Thanksgiving. It seems like it would have to go through the Virgin River Gorge. I'll think about it.
Sam - what are you like 27? Well old indeed!
From britta on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 10:55:56 from 66.74.232.169
Is it getting crazy hot there yet?
From Burt on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 11:02:52 from 68.76.197.194
It's not too bad in the mornings. But it warms up to over 100 midday. But that's a good thing. It will melt the fat off me. :)
From Merri on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 11:25:03 from 207.88.76.69
Old lady regular would have loved to have you sprinting to her.
From Burt on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 11:29:59 from 68.76.197.194
I'm sure she would have... Half the time she wears a surgical mask to protect her from, my guess is the germs of guys like me, so there's probably nothing she would have loved more.
From Rhett on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 12:12:22 from 170.215.58.122
I have run that marathon before when they used to call it the TriState Marathon. I guess they have brought it back. It is a brutal course. It was my first marathon and I almost died. I'd like to give it another go. Maybe I will.
The first 16 miles are great, typical UT marathon coming down out of the mountain, then you start running along the old highway paralleling I-15 and there are some mamoth hills over the last 8 miles or so. I thought I was going to die and swore I would never run another marathon.
From Michelle N. on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 12:18:46 from 75.162.247.175
Holy moly Big Burt:) Nice runnin'!
From britta on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 15:25:27 from 66.74.232.169
Like butta....? I need something to melt the fat off me!
From Burt on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 16:34:35 from 68.76.197.194
How about a hot guy running on the beach? Maybe David Hasselhoff? That could work.
From sam on Fri, May 15, 2009 at 07:07:30 from 78.32.130.9
No older than that LOL im 32!
Which Garmin Ya got, I think they are really cool!
From Burt on Fri, May 15, 2009 at 15:00:33 from 98.167.151.26
I have the 205.
From sam on Fri, May 15, 2009 at 15:36:45 from 90.210.160.157
cool I love my garmin, bit of a gadget women really, its great to able to download information and analize it, especially after a race....
From seeaprilrun on Fri, May 15, 2009 at 21:42:15 from 68.102.144.140
Well ya still got some speed--someday you will run that 4:59 mile again! :) C'mon, you know you've thought about it! I say go for it! Burt cracks the 5 minute mile again after post highschool hiatus...
From Bonnie on Fri, May 15, 2009 at 22:09:43 from 128.196.228.134
Control Burt ... control. I think that first 800 cost you about 10-15/secs on the other two laps. Slow it down and do more of them, I would bet you could get them down to below 6 min pace in a month. Especially if you knew you had a big root beer float waiting for you afterward. I need to start running again ... a 20 miler and I can get another root beer float ... or an Egees (?) I have heard they are good? Or at least a Tucson institution?
I have been loving the mornings lately. Very pretty.
From sam on Sat, May 16, 2009 at 05:50:49 from 90.208.239.172
Hey Burt, you not running last few days???
From Burt on Sun, May 17, 2009 at 20:36:43 from 98.167.151.26
Little running. Less blogging. By I did race yesterday. I'll blog about it in a bit.
Thu, May 14, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
50 situps.
couple o' planks
Weight: 0.00
Sat, May 16, 2009
Race:
2009 Chino Valley Duathlon (1.5 Miles) 00:11:14, Place overall: 1, Place in age division: 1
Total Distance
1.60
I've been looking to do a duathlon for a while now. They are few and far between. If they're not on Sunday, they're off road. I finally found one not too far away. I signed up for it and we decided to sign up my three oldest kids to do the kids' triathlon. Chino Valley is hosting another triathlon/duathlon in June. It consists of a one mile run, 15 mile bike ride, and 3 mile run. That is the distance I thought I signed up for. Instead, the race I did was a 1/2 mile run, 7 mile bike ride, and 1 mile run. I don't know how I got the two races mixed up, but I would have rather done the longer distance because I feel that would give me a better chance to compete. The race I did was more or less a sprint. But the other race is on a Sunday, and we had already reserved a room at a motel, so I decided to go for it.
I picked up the packets the week before on my way home from Kingman. The guy told me that only about 10 people signed up to do the duathlon, so I should have a good chance at medalling. I said, "As long as I don't blow a tire...wait, it's only a 7 mile ride. I'll pick my bike up and run if I needed to."
I got my 40 hours in at work by Thursday, so I was able to take Friday off from work. I spent all day getting packed and ready to go. We got on the road at 5pm. My four year old daughter had a bladder infection, so we knew we were in for an adventure. It wasn't too long before she, "I haf to go the bafroom." My wife decided to place her in a diaper, and let her do her business at her leisure. She didn't like the idea. She was afraid that a) it would go all over the place, b) she would get a diaper rash, and c) it would stink. But my wife finally convinced her that it was okay. Problem solved, right? Wrong. Now she had to poop. There was no way she was going to poop in the diaper. And she had to go right as we exited the 101 to the 17. That's not a good place to be at 6pm on a Friday evening. It took us more than 20 minutes to get off at the next exit. Meanwhile, Abby was getting this crazed look in her eyes and screaming like - you better get me to a bathroom NOW!! We drove down the road and didn't see any gas stations or fast food joints so I pulled into this deli in a strip mall. My wife took her in. The owner was understanding. When they came out, they both had embarrassed looks on their faces. It was just a Please follow Fast Running Blog policy regarding vulgar language
After the exhausting Please follow Fast Running Blog policy regarding vulgar language incident, she fell asleep and the rest of the trip was incident free. We checked in at the hotel, had a pre-race meeting where I explained to my kids what to expect in the tri, and we went to Pizza Hut for dinner. I got up at 4:40am, got ready, and got the rest of the family up. We made it to the race in plenty of time. We set up our transition area, got our timing chips, and got marked up.
The kids went first. They went in order of the numbers they were given. They started the kids off one every 20 seconds. AJ was the first to finish not too far ahead of Mary not too far ahead of Julianna. I think AJ had a wardrobe malfunction (I can't believe I used that expression because I hate Justin Timberlake) in the transistion area trying to get his shirt on which rolled up on him. They all left on their bikes at about the same time. AJ was using my road bike. He came in at least 10 minutes before his sisters. Mary came in on her Huffy next. Then Julianna came in. She was struggling and didn't want to do her run. (She was crying and thought she was going to be last.) I went with her and tried to encourage her. I told her let's just jog for 20 seconds, then walk, then jog. That worked a little. We reached the drink station were they were SUPPOSED to turn around. Unfortunately the man manning the station was sending all the kids to do the loop around the school. That made them all do 1 mile instead of the 1/2 mile they were actually supposed to do. He discovered his error shortly before we got there. Oh well. So they said Julianna could turn around there. This gave her a little motivation because now she was ahead of some of them. She finally made it and, everyone was so proud of her. But if you ask her if she was proud of herself, she'll say no.
The duathletes started immediately after the kids' race at the same time the first mini-triathlete started. (They weren't dwarves or midgets. It's just that there was a maxi-triathlon, too.) Wait a minute. What happened to the 10 people that signed up? There was only four of us; two men and two women. They counted us down, but I was the only one paying attention. I told them all (all three of them) to go. We took off, and I (how do I say this nicely?) left them all in the dust. I got to the drink station, where the man was still going on about sending the kids the wrong way, turned around and slapped the other runners five as I passed by them. I found where my boy had parked my bike, threw on my helmet, and was off.
I had my Garmin set to record my run, transition, bike, transition, and run, but I forgot to trigger it each time. This was the first time I had attempted to use my Garmin like this. So I was riding my bike and thought that the mileage shown on my Garmin was just my bike miles (which I knew I had been riding for at least a mile before I triggered it.) So as I was approaching 2.5 miles, I thought I must be getting to the turn around point soon. But no, this was my total mileage both bike and run. I made a wrong turn and a guy told me I needed to continue on the main road. I turned around and saw a couple of the minis hot on my tail. I kept going further and further expecting to see a place to turn around, but nothing. So I turned around and asked the guys if they were in the mini. They said yes, so I followed them. All in all I probably lost about a minute not knowing the course well enough. Again, oh well. I had a sizable lead on the other duathletes. There were some pretty good hills to climb, too. I decided to attack them because it was such a short distance overall. Then I made it back to the tranistion area, tires still full of air, and dismounted.
I like this picture because it shows off my massive muscles and sweet farmer's tan. The last mile of the race was just me gutting it out after pushing it so hard on the bike. I grabbed a water at the drink station, took a swig, and dumped the rest on my head. I think it glided straight down my shirt into the pockets on the back of my shirt for my GU's. It felt heavy. I did my lap around the school and declined another drink as I passed the drink station again.
I came into the finish line and the race officials weren't paying attention, so I yelled at them that I was coming in! I took them by surprise. The announcer said over the intercom, "Finishing up is our first duathlete, Burt McCumber from Queen Creek. Thank you for bring your whole family up." (and my wife finally snapped the picture of me as I came in.) It was fun. I was very proud of my kids. AJ took 4th in his age division, Mary also took 4th, and Julianna took 7th.
I took first overall, and I'm glad I didn't enter as a Clydesdale. The other guy entered as a Clydesdale and would've ended up coming in second. So, at least he got his first place, too.
Well, we had a fun little mini-vacation. Might be the only one we get this year. I saw a friend that I've known since 4th grade, but haven't seen since high school. I also met another on-line friend of mine from Athlinks.com. After the race we went and watched Monsters vs. Aliens. I saw a place that served chili dogs. We were going to eat there for dinner, but they were closed. So we went to Dairy Queen. Now I'm home, and I gotta get ready for another 5k this Saturday. Time to read all the reports on the Ogden Marathon!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From seeaprilrun on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 10:58:51 from 68.102.144.140
Awesome race report--some of it was just so funny and hit home about traveling with kids and whatnot--you had me in tears laughing. Your kids are awesome little athletes! Way to influence them! WAY TO WIN! 1st place yeah!
From rattletrap on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 11:28:02 from 70.193.108.58
Congratulations on your win! I enjoyed reading your report; you crack me up! Traveling with kids(especially girls) is always interesting :)
From James W on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 12:11:10 from 12.151.72.1
Congrats on the race! Do you want to carpool up to the race next Saturday? It starts at 7:30, and we could probaly meet around 6:15-6:30 or so to drive up there.
From Burt on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 16:40:52 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - sorry I've been laying low lately. Thanks for the congrats.
April - in tears? Mission accomplished.
Mike - We got some nice compliments when we went to IHOP, but DQ was a different story. I was about ready to kill the kids on the way home. LOL. (Oh, dang. My wife reads these.)
James - Heck yes, let's carpool. I'll drive out to your house. That will give me a good excuse to give your shirt back finally. Then we can either take my truck (which has no AC) or your vehicle. You decide.
From James W on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 17:30:28 from 12.151.72.1
Um, I think the car . . . :D Why don't we plan on 6:15, leaving my house no later than 6:30.
I can put the shirt in my pile of winter running gear that I won't touch for another 6 months or so . . .
From Rhett on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 13:10:01 from 170.215.58.122
I don't care how many people were in the race. You won!!!! I've never won a race. You rock!!!! Nice report. I love the pictures.
From Sue on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 16:13:03 from 75.169.71.121
Sweet! Way to go. There isn't even anyone remotely behind you in your finish picture.
Way to go AJ, Mary and Julianna!
From Burt on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 16:37:17 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Sue. They finally posted the results on-line. I was just looking at them. I beat the only other guy by almost 5 minutes. Would've been at least 6 if I knew where I was going on the bike. Then I was trying to compare to see how I did against the mini-triathletes. There were only three guys with faster runs than mine (and not by much), and 6 guys with faster bike rides. Of course they all probably spent more time in the transistion area, so maybe the minute I lost on the course is comparable.
Looking at the kids results AJ came in 8th out of all kids male and female. Woo hoo!
From Margene Candela on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 16:36:32 from 192.251.189.74
Burt - just for the record - the MAXI at Chino Valley was a 300m swim, a 22.5 bike (3 loops - 9 hills!), and a 1.7 mile run.
From Burt on Sat, May 30, 2009 at 17:31:13 from 74.33.10.240
And just for the record, Margene is the friend I talked about in my race report from Athlinks. She is an awesome triathlete. Not going to say how old she is, but she usually takes first or second in her age group. And she did the MAXI. You rock, Margene!
Mon, May 18, 2009
Total Distance
7.62
This was my cool down from Saturday's race :) (I almost ran as much miles today as I did all of last week.) Today I saw three live lizards and one dead owl. I was shooting for an 8:15 pace today.
Time - 1:02:41 (avg. pace 8:14)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:54
2 mile - 8:07
3 mile - 8:18
4 mile - 8:21
5 mile - 8:21
6 mile - 8:25
7 mile - 8:16
0.62 miles - 5:00 (8:05 pace)
And 50 situps
Weight: 198.00
Comments
From Metcalf Running on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 11:37:33 from 207.225.192.66
Looks like you made the pace you wanted!! Nice run... you are speedy!
From Kelli on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 14:57:08 from 71.219.85.34
Good job BURT! Back to running you go. Steer clear of those lizards, they might jump on you!
From Eric Day on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 17:10:42 from 200.77.38.189
Cool down? This is your long run!
Good job!
From Burt on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 17:18:35 from 68.76.197.194
Well my race was only 1.5 miles of running, so I thought it would be fitting to have my cool down be 5 times longer than the race. LOL!
From nfroerer on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 15:28:52 from 67.128.137.180
The squaw race I'm refering to is here in UT. http://www.squawpeak50.com/sqw_mstr.htm
Keep up the speed.
From runanjirun on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 14:35:28 from 74.211.23.124
umm right now it seems like im going whatever. I need to start on a program. Thanks for asking. How bout you?
From runanjirun on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 00:27:40 from 74.211.23.124
Ya, I really need to do those things to. I really need to up my base mileage to. Some weeks are better than others. Your running looks pretty darn good. Thanks for the advice.
Are you going to do any other marathons this fall? I did Top of Utah Marathon once and LOVED it
From Burt on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 01:00:54 from 98.167.151.26
I did TOU once and hated it. LOL. There is one in November I'm looking in to. It starts out near St. George and ends up in Mesquite. Like you I need to increase my base mileage. If I can, I'll seriously consider doing it.
From runanjirun on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 14:18:02 from 74.211.23.124
thats funny. I think TOU was my favorite because It was my first marathon. I also did Tucson in decemeber a couple yrs back, wasn't my fav, but doable! good luck
Tue, May 19, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Sad sad day today. I heard the dogs barking last night around 2am, so I went to see if Sugar wanted to come inside. I opened the back door and Ginger came in, but I didn't see Sugar. I looked around the house to see if she was already inside, and maybe I was just hearing things. Couldn't find her. I woke my wife up and told her I couldn't find Sugar. She told me where the flashlight was. I got dressed and went looking again for her in the backyard with the flashlight; couldn't find her anywhere. Then I shined the flashlight out in the golf course. I saw something out laying in the grass. I hoped it was just a piece of cloth or a stuffed animal, but I think inside I knew what it was. I went around the block on to the golf course and sure enough it was Sugar's lifeless body. I think she squeezed through the wrought iron view fence. My guess is she saw a coyote out there and went to go play. She's never tried to go out before. I scooped her up and put her in a box. Vickie cried. We broke the news to the kids in the morning as they wondered why they weren't going to school. Mary and Julianna had a good cry. Then we had a family prayer and thanked Heavenly Father for the time we had with her. We asked who wanted to go out and help bury her. AJ, Katelynn, Abby, and Ginger came along. We drove out to the desert and dug a hole. Katelynn and Abby had their little beach shovels. Ginger sniffed around at the box. We buried her and Katelynn and Abby sprinkled leaves and flowers they had picked from home on her grave. AJ gathered up golf ball sized stones and wrote her name. All the kids are staying home, their choice. I never would have thought having a pet for only a week and a half and having to bury her would be that sad. Sad day.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From allie on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:30:04 from 208.110.151.113
sorry to hear about this. pets are part of the family too, so it's sad when they go. all the best to you and your family.
From Snoqualmie on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:36:52 from 67.171.56.164
Oh, Burt. I'm so sorry for you and your family losing your precious friend. Thank you for sharing that very touching story. My best wishes to you all.
From Burt on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:37:38 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Allie. I think it's harder because she was so young. She was only 7-1/2 weeks old. :(
From Burt on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:38:36 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks, Sno. I don't want to be a downer for everyone, though. I'll be better tomorrow.
From rattletrap on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:42:01 from 75.216.228.179
Sorry about your loss Burt. It sounds like you handled it perfectly with the kids.
From Bonnie on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:52:35 from 128.196.228.134
oh Burt, I am so sorry. I loved hearing about you getting Sugar ... I can't believe she is gone so soon, I am sure her short life was better by being with your family - and yours was enriched by knowing her.
From Kelli on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:56:03 from 71.219.85.34
I am so sorry for you and your kids! It is so hard to lose a pet, so hard!!! That is cool that you let your kids be involved in her funeral, and that you cared enough to have one!!
Sorry.
From sam on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:56:41 from 90.210.160.129
Burt, I private mailed you but just again my thoughts with you and your family, youve handled it perfectly.
:(
From Burt on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 17:09:06 from 68.76.197.194
RT - Thanks. I should've mentioned that we had a family prayer and thanked our Father in Heaven for the time we had with her. I'm going to go back and edit it.
Bonnie - That's nice of you to say. I can't believe it either. She learned the hard way that not all other animals are nice and playful.
Kelli - It was garbage day today, but we knew that the kids would be devestated if we just tossed her in. I called the sherriff dept. to let them know and ask what the proper way to dispose of her would be. He said a lot of people do just put them in the garbage, they get buried at the dump, and nature takes it course. Even though we only had her for a short time, we knew we couldn't do that.
Sam - it surprised me after I finished blogging, I immediately went to my email and found a message from you. Thanks again.
From Kelli on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 17:13:17 from 71.219.85.34
Yes, that would have been very sad!
From sam on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 17:13:27 from 90.210.160.129
Hey Burt, its fine, my job is a funeral Director, so going down the line of doing a proper burial is real nice for the kids to start their grieving process, and know that Sugar has her own little space and they can always go speak to her if need be....
We buried Tigger in my husbands Yard, he has like half acre yard for his tractors and machinery, but theirs a space for all the pets a grassed area, like our own pet cemetery as his family have always buried their dogs in this area, so at least Tigger has someone to play with.
From Brent on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 22:34:10 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, sad day to lose man's best friend. It may be too early to consider, but, we found that getting another dog in a few weeks helped our kids.
Stay Kool, Sugar playing in dog heaven, B of BS Rools out
From Merri on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 11:18:23 from 207.88.76.69
Oh that is a sad sad day! Sorry about that!
From artichoke on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 22:52:58 from 71.38.252.184
Condolences to you and your family. We've been through that with our Yellow Lab, Pedro, of 12 years and know how you feel. God bless you and yours.
From Burt on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 01:04:15 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks guys. Everyone's doing better now. Julianna still breaks down and cries every now and then, but then she does that about grandpa who died almost two years ago.
From Lucia on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 01:18:08 from 98.204.55.168
So sad to hear about this... very good to tell your kids the truth and help them learn to deal with the news. So many parents would've said "she must have escaped" or "she went to live to a farm"... Much better to be honest and learn to deal with grief. My thoughts are with you!
From montelepsy on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 16:47:49 from 64.235.121.163
My condolences, Burt.
Wed, May 20, 2009
Total Distance
5.21
Time - 41:23 (avg. pace 7:56)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:47
2 mile - 7:54
3 mile - 8:12
4 mile - 8:18
5 mile - 7:41
0.21 miles - 1:32 (7:07 avg.)
Temp - 83
I felt so good today. I was going to average 8:15's again, but I was feeling really good. Did I say that already? I can't believe how fresh I felt on that last mile. My goal for the 5k this Saturday is to average 7 min./miles. That may be a stretch, but I'm going to go for it. I hope the conditions Saturday are as good as they are today; overcast and 83. Man, it's nice.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From seeaprilrun on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 11:04:23 from 68.102.144.140
Nice run. I think you've got 7 minute miles in the bag! If you can run 7:56 for over 5 miles, and then shorten that to 3.1 miles and throw in race day adrenaline--yep you can do 7 minute miles!
From Burt on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 11:05:24 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks, April. That's exactly what I was thinking while I was running.
From Merri on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 11:17:10 from 207.88.76.69
burt mc-cucumber you can do the 5k in 7 min miles no prob! Just think of old lady regular and run to her with open arms.
From Eric Day on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 11:35:15 from 189.192.248.57
I agree, you have it to do 7 min/miles. I smell a PR coming to you this saturday! =)
From RivertonPaul on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 11:50:35 from 67.42.27.114
Burt, warm up slowly before the 5k for a mile or 2 and you will set your PR. http://runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=12065
From rattletrap on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 12:17:07 from 75.216.201.103
Just imagine that old dude right on your tail :)
From Merri on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 12:19:23 from 207.88.76.69
yeah forget about old lady regular focus on old man nemesis.
From Burt on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 12:42:07 from 68.76.197.194
Oh Merri, you are quite contrary. Speaking of how your garden grows, yesterday when we buried Sugar, my 4 year-old Abby said, "This is just like planting a garden." I asked her what kind of seeds we're planting, puppy seeds?
Eric, I trust your sniffer.
Thanks for the article Paul. I'm going to have to try that.
RT and Merri - I just hope I don't get too carried away with my imagination.
From James W on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 14:29:04 from 12.151.72.1
If we get there early enough, we should be able to do a warmup over most of the course, which will come in handy as well. I will be hoping for nice weather as well, although I don't think I can hope for it to be as nice as it was last year (upper 50's/low 60's and partly cloudy).
From Camille on Wed, May 20, 2009 at 14:57:55 from 75.171.105.43
Good luck this weekend. You are going to be amazing!
From sam on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 07:44:54 from 78.32.130.9
Great training paces, Burt, take it easy now before your race and your legs will be just as fresh, you have so got that PR in the bag!
Looking forward to your blog on it, and photos :-)
Thu, May 21, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I pushed it a little hard this morning. Sorry Sam. If only I'd read your comment a little earlier. So I'll have to take it really easy tomorrow.
Time - 22:15 (avg. pace 7:25)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:21
2 mile - 7:37
3 mile - 7:17
And 50 sit-ups.
Weight: 196.00
Comments
From RivertonPaul on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 12:55:08 from 67.42.27.114
Well done -- you are improving exponentially.
From seeaprilrun on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 13:05:45 from 68.102.144.140
Awesome pace. Keep it to a shuffle tomorrow and save some gas for the race.
From James W on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 13:21:41 from 12.151.72.1
Just no chili dog gas . . . :D
From Nevels on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 14:45:01 from 131.204.15.93
...you mean chili dog jet propulsion...
From jj on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 15:13:08 from 138.64.2.76
Burt, this is Jose. Wow, you are firing up the turbo. Keep it up. Are you coming up to run Wasatch Back?
From JCS on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 15:38:58 from 208.27.111.125
Good Luck with your race on Saturday!
From Burt on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 16:07:12 from 68.76.197.194
I find chili dogs are great for that little extra propulsion you need. What with the bread and beans, they're loaded in carbohydrates.
Jose, I'm not coming up this year for Wasatch Back. I've done it once, and it is fun.
JCS - thanks for the well wishes.
From Steve P on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 16:18:06 from 155.100.160.249
Burt,
Nice times on your running. I can really see a time improvement. So way to go!
-Steve
From sam on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 17:12:42 from 90.195.99.44
Ill let you off Burt, but keep it easy now till the race, make sure them legs are as fresh as a daisy! Good luck and eat some chilli dogs for energy LOL :-)
Fri, May 22, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Rest today.
These pictures are for Bonnie so she'll know how harmless the critters here in AZ are.
AJ next to a fuzzy little tarantula.
The cute little Palo Verde Beetle. Yes, that is my hand.
A bullsnake we caught in front of our house. I like how it curls around my old rootbeer and milkshake gut.
Nothing to be afraid of, Bonnie!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From seeaprilrun on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 12:22:48 from 68.102.144.140
Good luck on your race tomorrow! Can't wait to read the report.
From James W on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 13:09:25 from 12.151.72.1
Burt, did you get the email about the packet pickup? Don't know if you want to drive all the way into north phoenix to pick up your bib today or not, but I am still planning on just picking mine up tomorrow morning. Looks like the weather is going to be absolutely perfect for tomorrow.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 13:10:56 from 67.42.27.114
Good luck. You will do great.
From Eric Day on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 13:29:19 from 189.192.124.44
All ready for tomorrow? Good luck!
From Burt on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 14:19:36 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks everyone. I'm as ready as I'm gonna be.
James - I don't feel like going into Phoenix either. Tomorrow morning will be fine for me. See you at 6:15.
From Mike Warren on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 14:53:54 from 207.50.149.221
Burt, have a great time tomorrow. Time to fly Bro!
From Steve P on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 23:45:14 from 66.60.123.236
Have a great race tomorrow, Burt. From your picture, it looks like you've lost some weight since starting to run again. Good job!
From Steve P on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 23:46:12 from 66.60.123.236
I didn't mean that in a negative way, by the way. I could say the same thing about myself. :)
From Burt on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 01:00:25 from 98.167.151.26
Hey, let's not sugar-coat it. I was a fatty. A 252 lb. fatty. LOL.
From sam on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 10:12:14 from 90.195.99.14
Hey Burt good luck tomorrow, not loving the pictures, Im not a insect reptile person at all,,,,, in fact I hate spiders and beetles, and snakes omg I really dont like snakes....
When you got time can you tell me how the heck you put up pictures in the blog or your garmin route id like to put my route in the blog so please help thanks :)
From Bonnie on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 19:25:10 from 75.164.106.34
OHHHHHH WOW!! HOLY ROOT BEER FLOAT! I can't believe you took those! Thanks for the hibbie jibbies.
Thanks Burt, I feel much safer inside my house now.
By the way, I have been thinking about you guys. I don't know what you are thinking in terms of dogs ... but this guy who runs the doggie daycare (yes, I know ...) has a dog that is looking for a good home. She (I think it is a she) is on the smaller side (40 lbs) a cattle dog mix. Very very sweet, I fell in love with her. I was going to try to switch her with my "trouble" dog ... but Jay (the owner) had dog sat Jake while we were in Eugene and wouldn't go for the switch ;-). I really like this dog, and she needs a good home.
From Burt on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 11:39:07 from 98.167.151.26
Finally Bonnie! I dedicated a whole blog to you and you didn't comment. I was just about to send you a nasty email. LOL.
As far as the dog goes, send me a picture of it. Is she a barker? The only reason I got the other dog is because I've received complaints from my neighbors that Ginger barks too much. (She doesn't really. It's the dog across the way.) And all she wants to do is play. So I thought that if she had a playmate, she wouldn't bark at the kids out on the golf course as much (on the rare occasions that she does.) And I hate pit bulls. If it's a pit bull, no deal.
From Bonnie on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 12:16:05 from 75.164.106.34
sorry it took me so long Burt to post to your blog -- but I was touched when I finally saw it (though the tiniest bit grossed out - especially with the spider and the beetle, snakes I don't seem to mind as much).
this dog doesn't bark, I have a "barker" too, and that is why I fell in love with this dog. I will get a picture for you Tuesday or Wednesday. She is a cattle dog (kind of looks like "hootch" on the front page here:
http://www.cattledog.com/rescue/
More later, happy Sunday. I will have to let you know the next time we come up to your side of Arizona ... maybe we can get a run or bike ride in.
Sat, May 23, 2009
Race:
2009 Arizona Road Racers Summer Series #1 - 5k (3.1 Miles) 00:22:16, Place overall: 178, Place in age division: 15
Total Distance
3.10
James W talked me in to doing this race. It was fun because quite a few of the top road racers in Arizona were in attendance. James and I carpooled. As I was driving to his house from Queen Creek I saw that to the northeast, Apache Junction was getting rained on. I caught the corner of it as I got closer. To the northwest, south Phoenix was dry, but overcast. This made for great running conditions.
On Riverton Paul's advice, I made sure to get a good warm-up in. I tried to stay loose and keep my heart rate up, but it was difficult due to the way the race was run. They handicap the start by age and gender. As the clock ticked down to the 7:30am start time, the first runners start out. Then the clock starts up, and James and I were scheduled to start 13 minutes and 52 seconds later. The cool thing about this is I was passing people the whole race. The not-so-cool thing was that it got congested.
Mile 1 - 6:59. My goal was to average 7 minute miles. I was right on. I felt good because I hit it with a lot of bobbing and weaving.
Mile 2 - 7:22. This is where I lost the most time. At the turn around there was major congestion. I almost had to come to a complete halt. I was trying to stay on the sidewalk that ran along the canal, but that was hard to do with the number of people running on it both ways. There were times I had to run out into the gravel to pass people. I think all the slowing down plays with your mind, too.
Mile 3 - 7:12. There was still a lot of congestion, but it started to thin out. I was beginning to feel the burn. I wondered why I don't just try to run these races for fun. I was running right by this tall guy with a blue mohawk. That helped motivate me to push it.
0.1 miles - 43 sec. Blue mohawk out kicked me. I didn't get passed a lot the whole race. That was encouraging. 178th out of 790 overall. 145th out of 444 males. 15th out of 53 in my age division. Chicked by 33 chicks. I had fun. Under ideal conditions (nocongestion) I think I would have cracked 22 minutes. Who woulda thought Oreo cookies could taste so good after a race? Sorry there weren't a lot of funny stories to tell today or any pictures. I guess I was all business.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Julie on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 15:39:58 from 71.32.224.25
Awesome job Burt. Our 5k times are so close.
From Kelli on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 16:12:36 from 71.219.85.34
GREAT JOB BURT!!! Sorry about the congestion. I can not believe it was so bad with the way they staggered the start. How many people ran??
You did awesome, you beat my 5k today by 12 minutes!!!
From allie on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 17:29:11 from 208.110.151.113
nice job! you'll get blue mohawk next time!
From runanjirun on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 17:47:05 from 74.211.23.124
great job!
From Marion on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 18:08:55 from 71.213.120.253
HOLY COW you are fast!!! Don't they know to start the speedies first? Congrats on a great time :) Way to go! I love Oreos :)
From seeaprilrun on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 18:27:28 from 68.102.144.140
I think you would have had 7 minute miles no problem if you didn't have to bob and weave and deal with congestion. Great job getting an awesome time anyway!
From colby on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 18:29:22 from 76.23.35.29
Burt, thanks man for the support. Sounds like you didn't so shaby yourself today! That is a pretty nice improvement on your 5k. Especially considering all of the congestion at your turnaround. Keep working hard and if you continue to get your mileage up that time will keep dropping!
From sam on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 18:37:29 from 90.195.99.14
Yay Burt isnt this a PR ????
Well done, on your new time, great with all the congestion too... you gotta take all this into play, just think if you had an open road, I think you would have deffo got the 7 min miles...you will get the mowhawk guy just know you will, and I think the faster run 2 days ago would have taken a little out of your legs too.
WELL DONE and Happy Days Dude (not sure why I typed Dude but it came to mind hahaha)
:) :) :)
From Steve P on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 18:38:03 from 66.60.123.236
Nice job, Burt! Looks like you beat the PR listed on your page. So a bonus!
From Burt on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 19:15:32 from 98.167.151.26
Julie - My time was a litte faster than I originally posted. They put the results on-line already. I wish my half marathon time was close to yours.
Kelli - I updated my report to show how many people ran. And get this. The Arizona female high school record holder for the 1 mile and 2 mile came out to run. She chicked the field!
Allie - I'll shave blue mohawk guy next time I see him. Shave him bald!
Thanks Anji! Guess what. I got my Garmin used and (knock on wood) have never had a problem with it.
Marion - Apparently this is the only race of the series that they do that. I think either way it would have been tough coming back on a 8 foot wide sidewalk.
April - I would have been happy with sub 22 (7:06's.) 15 seconds! It makes me wonder though if maybe slowing down helped me to not crash. Who knows? For such a short distance, probably not.
Colby - thanks. Now that I don't have any races on the horizon, I'm going to try to get some base mileage in.
Sam - PR indeed! And please, call me dude. I like it. LOL.
Steve - time to update!
From Bonnie on Sat, May 23, 2009 at 19:27:33 from 75.164.106.34
Hi Burt!! Great job!! I think you would have broken 22 without the congestion and turn, that easily can cost 16 seconds (not to mention the loss of concentration).
Awesome!!
From montelepsy on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 02:17:16 from 64.235.121.163
The first time I read it I thought you were congested. Glad to see that you didn't catch a cold mid-race. And glad that you PR'ed as well.
From Kelli on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 11:36:55 from 71.219.85.34
Yes---love it when a girl chicks the field!!! But, heck, only 33 beat you----that is awesome! We all know way more girls show up to run than boys, so you did awesome on this way.
Way to go on a new PR, now run an less crowded one to break it again!
From twinkies on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 13:25:44 from 67.166.71.60
Great job Dude. You are getting faster every race. Are you going to run the rest of the series?
From Burt on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 13:49:31 from 98.167.151.26
Bonnie - lately with my training my times keep coming down and down. Sometimes I think I can't get faster, but I still am. So hopefully the trend continues and the next time I'll be shooting for breaking 21. Forget 22.
Mike - Sorry to mislead you. If it makes you feel better, I had a slight sore throat this morning.
Twinkies - Some of the other races are on Sundays. The last time I did a race on Sunday I was out of commission for three months. Coincidence or divine providence?
From Burt on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 13:52:25 from 98.167.151.26
By the way, I looked up blue mohawk guy in the results. Even though he out-kicked me, I beat him overall because he started before me. Nanny-nanny-na-na!
From Bonnie on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 14:50:14 from 128.196.228.134
I am hoping to break 21 as well - though I am not nearly as confident as you, I don't have natural leg speed and I have to work pretty hard to develop what I do have. I will be looking forward to watching your progress!!
From rattletrap on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 14:51:56 from 75.216.252.163
Way to go whippin' that mohawk! Nice PR, that old guy's days are numbered.
From Eric Day on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 21:50:24 from 187.133.9.190
Way to go Burt, you are my man.
Close but traffic slowed you down, ni modo!
Good race, good time.
From mikemac on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 23:23:53 from 192.28.0.21
22:16 Wow Burt! I know that I am going to have to step it up a bit.By the fall I hope I can break into the 22's.Great job!!
From Lucia on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 13:15:17 from 74.9.147.114
Great job Burt! Now you have to challenge Eric and take revenge for me!
From Burt on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 23:20:06 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks for the encouragement everyone.
Lucia, there is nothing that would make me happier than to defend your honor, but I fear I would end like when Robbie was trying to defend Julia's honor in Wedding Singer. Eric would punch me in the nose, metaphorically speaking. And then he'd write a song about how I got punched in the face for sticking my nose in other people's business.
From RivertonPaul on Tue, May 26, 2009 at 10:28:55 from 67.42.27.114
Congrats on the pr. Congestion obviously held you back, but gives you reason to get another pr.
From Michelle N. on Tue, May 26, 2009 at 10:33:32 from 75.162.247.50
You just keep getting faster and faster and faster! Way to go!
From Sasha Pachev on Tue, May 26, 2009 at 13:57:38 from 192.168.1.1
Congratulations on a PR. Slowly your high school speed is starting to come back. Keep on working, I think deep down the 4:59 mile or at least close is still there.
From Matt on Tue, May 26, 2009 at 14:09:50 from 65.121.71.253
Congrats Burt, Imagine if you wern't in the Arizona heat. I am sure the longer the distance the more effect that will have.
From rockness18 on Fri, May 29, 2009 at 20:05:04 from 69.183.233.238
Nice job Burt...you just keep getting faster! Looking sharp as well!
From Vis on Fri, May 29, 2009 at 20:24:42 from 64.255.93.37
Nice race. But you weren't running hard enough if you had fun, unless the fun came after the finish. Great job.
From Merri on Mon, Jun 01, 2009 at 00:16:38 from 207.88.76.69
Great job burt!!!
Mon, May 25, 2009
Total Distance
10.03
A beautiful morning to get on the front page of the mileage board. I know it won't last (especially when the Red Hot Pink Chicks blog their run today), but currently I'm sitting pretty in the #18 position. 73 degrees out. Sleepy neighborhood. And a nice liesurely stroll through the park. Well, I only went through the park at mile 6 to get a drink.
Finish time - 7:30
Temp - 73
Time - 1:29:11 (avg. pace 8:53)
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From seeaprilrun on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 10:38:52 from 68.102.144.140
Awesome mileage and pace Burt! I did 10 today as well--I'll have to go see if I made the mileage board. :)
From seeaprilrun on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 10:40:10 from 68.102.144.140
okay just checked, as of right now I am at the very bottom of page one and you are two slots above me! Heehee I'll get bumped soon.
From Burt on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 10:48:51 from 98.167.151.26
Ah, April. Looks like you just got bumped. I'm still sitting on... let me re-phrase that. I'm one slot ahead of Rattletrap, who has now taken your place at the bottom. :)
From Eric Day on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 12:09:02 from 200.52.200.64
Awesome Burt! Great mileage....and to be with the eilte guys, well, priceless.
From sam on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 16:43:20 from 90.208.239.185
Hey Burt sorry Dude, well done on your mileage and pace is spot on, excellent, we had sunshine too today, all day as well, hoping it stays for a while
fingers crossed.
From Marion on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 18:38:39 from 71.219.53.30
Great run. I BEAT YOU ON THE MILEAGE BOARD!!! I have never been on the first page for the WHOLE day!!! Cool....
From Kelli on Mon, May 25, 2009 at 23:11:37 from 71.219.85.34
Only 73 degrees?? Wow, it is downright cold in AZ today!
You beat me....
From sam on Tue, May 26, 2009 at 05:02:44 from 78.32.130.9
OH Im 3rd or 4th on the mileage board, wahey Dude ta for the instructions on the photo thingy im gonna try it, as I have a flickr account. tanku tanku tanku :)
Tue, May 26, 2009
Total Distance
5.04
Time - 42:14 (avg. pace 8:23)
I've got no races on the horizon, so time to build base.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From sam on Tue, May 26, 2009 at 18:07:41 from 90.201.147.244
Burt Dude that sounds good to me, base running, these are the weeks I love doing high mileage without the nasty sessions....
From Eric Day on Tue, May 26, 2009 at 19:27:13 from 200.77.41.23
Nice start this week Burt!
You are on a roll.
From Kelli on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 15:21:54 from 71.219.85.34
NONE??? When are you gonna schedule that marathon?
From Burt on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 16:50:23 from 68.76.197.194
I'll schedule a marathon when I'm confident I can qualify for Boston. That might be in a few years. I have to run 7:26's to qualify. My pace for a 5k is 7:11's, and for a 10k is 7:49's. I'm no where near.
From Kelli on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 18:06:32 from 71.219.85.34
I think you are mistaken on that one! You have to at least run one marathon just to feel it, even if your time is not where you want it to be. Marathons are monsters and you have to slowly tame them. But, heck, that is just me. Do what you want (BUT I do think you would do better than you think!)
From Eric Day on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 18:47:04 from 189.192.193.220
Burt, Kelli is giving you good & free advice. You should take it!
From Burt on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 18:56:28 from 68.76.197.194
Well, if she'll give me free registration into the marathon of my choice, I'll take that, too.
From Kelli on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 19:02:50 from 71.219.85.34
Hmmm....you can come run the RHPC full marathon for free. We will MAKE the race just for you!
From Teena on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 23:53:01 from 67.177.20.13
You just want to be one of those super cool guys who say that the BQ'd on their first try!!! :)
Hope you had a great day!! :)
From Burt on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 00:17:04 from 98.167.151.26
Oh Teena. I have done a marathon. So, should I qualify on my next one, I will be one of the cool people to say that I PR'd by more than two hours!
Wed, May 27, 2009
Total Distance
11.43
Time - 1:47:03 (avg. pace 9:22)
Temp - 91
Decided to give running home another go. I've yet to do it all the way. Maybe if I hadn't put so many miles in already (for me) this week, I could've done it. I saw 27 bunnies. I named 9 of the Howard, 9 of them Dean, and 9 of them Sam. My splits got increasingly slower even though I tried to start out at a slow pace. This I know; once I hit the half way point I start a gradual climb uphill and instead of being on the road, it's in the dirt. This slows me down big time and sucks the animo (as they say in Spain) right out of me. Still, I'm glad I got the 11 plus in. And with a brand new pair of Mizuno Wave Inspire 4's!! The only shoe exclusively endorsed by Burt McCumber. Look for it at all your sporting goods stores in the shoe aisle.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From RAD on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 00:50:18 from 67.166.99.8
I'm thinking I need some new shoes....
From sam on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 05:01:39 from 78.32.130.9
Yeah I just ordered mine yesterday waiting for them to come, as my old vomero's are falling a part and my other nike trainers cant remember their name feeling rough....
Loving the bunnies Dude! Im so tired I could climb in a box at work and fall asleep!!!
Hey Great mileage well done on the pace too :-))))
From Steve P on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 09:21:14 from 155.100.160.249
Nice mileage, Burt! That's great.
From RivertonPaul on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 10:06:09 from 67.42.27.114
Nice run home. Que animo.
From seeaprilrun on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 10:24:27 from 68.102.144.140
Nice mileage. Are you planning a half or a marathon this fall?
From Burt on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 12:02:25 from 68.76.197.194
RAD - Believe the hype.
Sam - I nodded off at work once yesterday.
Steve - I'm chasing you down on the mileage board. Don't think I'm gonna catch you.
Paul - Es fantastico!
April - I haven't decided yet. I signed up to run SGM but didn't get selected. There's not a whole lot of other marathons out there that meet my criteria. JamesW showed me one in Mesquite NV in Nov. That looks interesting because you run through UT, AZ, and NV.
Thu, May 28, 2009
Total Distance
3.50
Time - 30:35 (avg. pace 8:44)
This is the first time since I joined the blog that I've got 30 miles in a week. And I still have two days to go! I'm sure I have before, but shortly after joining the blog, I sustained some freak injuries. So blogging was kind of embarrassing for a while, but I stuck with it. I don't want to up my mileage too quickly, but I am, so I'm taking it nice and slow.
From Eric Day on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 13:25:29 from 189.192.70.151
ha ha ha !!!
It must of been a superb, in great form, fast, good looking, strong, very smart lizard to be named after me.
Thanks Burt. =)
PS, 30 miles, man, you are building mileage!
From Vis on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 14:00:08 from 208.88.9.50
Burt,
You're cranking out the miles.
From sam on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 14:32:10 from 90.201.147.244
Burt DUDE---- mileage is great well done and the pace fantastic...when your building mileage like base miles the pace will come in a few weeks even...
When Im building mileage I do it in weekly plans, say 4 weeks of increased mileage approx 10% THEN THE 5th week a recovery week, 6th week back to the 4th week mileage then 7th week increase again so its like a 5week thing and the 5th week is always a recovery week.
Can you understand that???
Oh and ta for the instructions for the photos, but tried it with my flickr account and it didnt work ??? man what am I doing wrong, and I cant find your original instructions... :)
From Burt on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 15:32:14 from 98.167.151.26
Eric - I named all the bunnies I saw yesterday after Sam, so I thought it fitting to name the lizard after you. I know you're a good sport.
Vis - Didn't you have a caricature of an old man sleeping in a rocking chair as your profile pic? So, two questions: Is that you in the picture, and are you wearing a Barcelona jersey?
Sam - Thanks for the advice. I know I'm jumping up more than 10% of my overall weekly average, but I was only averaging 20 miles a week. So, hopefully 40(?) miles this week won't be too much of a stretch.
From Rhett on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 16:24:07 from 170.215.58.122
Good job on the weekly milage Burt. I've run 3 miles this month. :(
From Lucia on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 17:52:07 from 74.9.147.114
Nice job increasing mileage without injuries!
I laughed so loud at the lizard comment!
I forgot to tell you that you have a clone here in DC, I run into him (literally) on the mall all the time. Do you have a twin brother?
From Burt on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 23:28:49 from 74.33.10.240
Rhett - that cracked me up, but I feel bad for you.
Lucia - that's my way of defending your honor since I can't beat Eric in a race.
From Vis on Fri, May 29, 2009 at 11:49:56 from 208.88.9.50
Burt--Yes to both.
From rivertonpaul on Fri, May 29, 2009 at 12:33:45 from 67.42.27.114
I'm waiting for you to see and name a snake.
From sam on Sat, May 30, 2009 at 09:30:06 from 90.210.160.166
Burt that should be okay as long as you are at apace your comfortable with. way to go DUDE! Names a rabbit after you today! saw a fox yesterday not sure any Ideas whom to call it????
From Burt on Sat, May 30, 2009 at 17:44:01 from 74.33.10.240
Plenty of foxy ladies on the blog. Now if it was a male fox, it would have to be Montelepsy because he is so sly.
From Kelli on Sat, May 30, 2009 at 19:15:56 from 71.219.98.183
Very smart to up it slow, you are a smart guy! And great job this week Burt!
How on earth do run in 91 degrees without dying?
From Burt on Mon, Jun 01, 2009 at 00:08:57 from 98.167.151.26
Kelli - maybe I am dead.
Paul - to answer your question - Walter Brown.
From Kelli on Mon, Jun 01, 2009 at 13:53:05 from 71.219.98.183
Well that explains it!
Sat, May 30, 2009
Total Distance
10.91
I'm in Kingman. I wanted to go exploring out behind my mom's house to see what's on the other side of the hill. I also wanted to get in 10 miles. I got a little more, but probably would have been right on if I hadn't backtracked several times. I used to run out this way on a trail we called Slaughter House Canyon in high school. We stopped running it because some dirty men starting yelling obscenities at the girls on the CC team. But I don't think I was on the same path. It didn't look familiar and a couple times I had to blaze my own trail to get where I wanted to go. It was fun though. I saw more Eric Days then I could count. After a while I remembered how the KPD had to kill a bear that was trying to get into people's houses a couple of weeks ago. It was only a year old. I wondered if it had a brother and what the possibility of me running into it was with absolutely nobody knowing where I was. My overall average was 10:22. I'm surprised it was that fast with all the steep trails, rocks, and sand. This is the most miles I've run in a week since joining the blog. My previous high was 26.8. I feel pretty good, but I don't know how many I'll do next week. Only time will tell.
From Smooth on Sun, May 31, 2009 at 13:07:30 from 71.32.237.170
Burt, nice run. AWESOME mileage this week, 40.91 !!! Should have round it off by running .09 more. You know how that bugs OCD folks like me to heck. :) WAY to run the "killer" hill. GOOD JOB! Keep it up.
From Sam on Sun, May 31, 2009 at 14:38:46 from 90.210.160.166
Burt, great mileage for your week, and lots of eric Days Hey, must be hot over their too!
Yeah I would have run that 0.09 just to make it more even, never mind.
Glad you didnt come across the bear's brother that wouldnt have been nice, but now Im curious who would you name that after, Id name it after my husband LOL
From Burt on Sun, May 31, 2009 at 22:25:14 from 98.167.151.26
Hey gals. Sorry about not running the extra little bit there. I was trying to get back because my wife wanted to do a girl's-night-out with my mom and sisters. It wasn't until I got inside and looked at the Garmin that I noticed I was so close to the 11 miles. But it was just by chance anyway that I was running an even integer this week. The first three days magically added up to 26.5 miles :)
From sam on Mon, Jun 01, 2009 at 08:03:59 from 78.32.130.9
Cool A marathon distance actually over, your a dude LOL
From rattletrap on Mon, Jun 01, 2009 at 11:29:04 from 75.216.98.77
Way to go, running through the rocks, sand, and lizards! I don't miss running in that AZ heat! I get thirsty just thinking about it.
From Burt on Mon, Jun 01, 2009 at 11:50:36 from 68.76.197.194
I did have a bottle of water with me, but it was somewhat overcast. That really made it nice. Lots of lizards, no bears, a few jack rabbits, no snakes. Good times.
From Steve P on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 10:35:40 from 155.100.160.249
Nice job on the weekly mileage! That's way above your previous high.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 10:47:22 from 98.167.151.26
I know. I feel pretty good. I was too lazy to run yesterday, but this morning's run felt great.
Tue, Jun 02, 2009
Total Distance
5.34
Time - 41:40 (avg. pace 7:48)
Temp - 77
Splits -
1 mile - 7:44
2 mile - 7:48
3 mile - 7:53
4 mile - 7:54
5 mile - 7:46
0.34 miles - 2:36 (7:40 avg.)
Thank goodness for Rattletrap. This morning my Garmin didn't turn on. I would have flipped out and probably released my aggression in the form of bruises on my kids' butts (totally kidding), if I hadn't read RT's blog yesterday. He said he merely had to reset it. I went on-line to see how to do it, and voila (that's French for voila) it was back on in seconds. So I took about twenty minutes to clear out some of my history. Then I set it to alert me every 8:10. But when I took off, I felt really good. I felt like I could maintain the pace I was at for the entire run. Oh man, I just looked at the clock. I'm going to be late for work. Bye now!
From Eric Day on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 10:56:57 from 189.192.31.255
Dude, awesome pace. Your 10k PR will fall very shortly.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 11:00:23 from 68.102.144.140
Wow Burt--check out that pace. You seem to have really had a breakthrough in your paces lately.
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 12:42:44 from 207.225.192.66
Yahoooo your pace is great! Nice that your garmin was able to get fixed :)
From Teena on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 12:52:51 from 67.177.20.13
SWEET PACE BURT!!!!
Seriously ... that is AWESOME!!!!
From Nevels on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 13:07:18 from 131.204.15.93
Eric is right; you're 10k PR is fixing to get destroyed.
Solid running.
From twinkies on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 13:26:45 from 63.241.173.64
Your pace is great, but your French could use a little work.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 15:26:23 from 71.219.98.183
Dang Garmins!!!!! Make sure to clear your history out often, or it will stop functioning altogether and you will have to hard reset it (which, by the way is HARD and took well over 24 hours to get just right!)
I am glad RT saved your kids' butts!
NICE workout speedy guy.
From Vis on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 16:00:15 from 208.88.9.50
You're cruising, Burt. Makes me think I need to recommit myself.
From Lucia on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 16:58:16 from 74.9.147.114
That's amazing, did you know that voila in Spanish is voila too?
From Rhett on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 18:49:26 from 170.215.58.122
Burt, I can't believe how fast you have gotten so quickly, and to do it feeling good is even better. I hope yo made it to work on time.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 18:53:54 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks guys. It didn't really feel like I was running that fast today, but looking back, it does seem to be one of my faster runs for this distance. I guess all those miles last week paid off.
Rhett - if 8:45am is on time, then yes! Hey, I only have to get here before my supervisor. (And hope he never sees my blog.)
From Desmond Lomax on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 22:23:48 from 160.7.242.143
Burt,
Keep it up. One day when I grow up I will run like you. lol
Chocolate Turtle
From rattletrap on Wed, Jun 03, 2009 at 02:07:15 from 24.19.93.139
Great run! And I'm glad I could be of service to you (and your kids) for the garmin issue.
Great training Burt, excellent yes I agree it will be a new PR for 10k..... NO nature LOL
Garmins can be temperamental at times but cant all digital thingy majiggyyyysssss voila typo :-)
From Steve on Wed, Jun 03, 2009 at 11:08:09 from 155.101.182.79
Nice pace! That's awesome.
From Kelli on Thu, Jun 04, 2009 at 18:22:10 from 71.219.74.247
UH-OH, no running? TOO HOT?
From Burt on Thu, Jun 04, 2009 at 18:52:57 from 68.76.197.194
Maybe tonight. We'll see.
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 11:37:49 from 189.192.31.171
Still no running? You were doing so well...
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 11:42:40 from 68.76.197.194
I know Eric. I'm a loser.
Actually though, I just posted yesterday's run. And everybody should check out Merri's blog:
http://quitecontrary.fastrunningblog.com/
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 11:44:44 from 71.219.74.247
Burt, are you hacking into people's blogs???
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 11:54:06 from 68.76.197.194
I swear I didn't do that. It seems like something I would do, and I'm surprised there is somebody besides Montelepsy and Riverton Paul that is funnier than me on the blog.
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 12:58:33 from 71.219.74.247
Now to decide whether or not I believe you...
From Sam Dean-howard on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 15:55:46 from 90.201.147.127
thats so funny LOL Burt
From kungfublonde on Sat, Jun 06, 2009 at 13:32:02 from 207.200.116.6
WHo is that skinny guy in your profile picture?
Thu, Jun 04, 2009
Total Distance
8.00
Do not attempt to run 8 miles at 6pm when the only nourishment you've had in the day has been a slim fast, two glasses of water, 2 granola bars, and 2 pop tarts. Just trust me on that.
At about 2.75 miles this girl caught me. She was pushing it pretty hard so I tried to keep up with her for a little bit and make small talk. I should have tried the blade of grass trick on her, but I didn't think about it.
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 11:45:53 from 71.219.74.247
Nice diet, Burt! PLUS, the heat at 6:oo had to have been a killer. I admire you AZ runners.
Blade of grass? Dang it. Is that from a movie? Kung Fu Panda?
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 11:59:02 from 189.192.31.171
I'm curious to the Blade of Grass trick too... what is it? I know, ignorant Mexicans...
How many pounds did you loose yesterday?
How bad did the girl beat you?
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 12:10:39 from 68.76.197.194
The blade of grass trick is an inside joke that a handful of the bloggers might understand. I'll just let it play out for now.
Eric - I probably lost about 4 or 5 pounds. It was funny because I only wore my body armor shirt. After about 0.75 miles there was a 2 inch by 1/2 inch streak of sweat down my cleavage. Then after 2 miles it was like a Rorschach ink blot test. After three miles it was completely saturated (no crust of salt yet), which was better than sporadic patches. And the girl caught me at a stop light. And for some reason, I didn't mind her running out in front of me.
From Nevels on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 12:18:59 from 131.204.15.93
What happened to the chili dogs and root beer floats?
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 12:23:12 from 189.192.31.171
Yeah, "for some reason". Nice! ;)
From Leandra on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 12:26:45 from 71.219.46.150
Hey, I ran on 3 cookies yesterday... probably feeling about the same as you. bleh.
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 12:29:33 from 68.76.197.194
Nevels - Well, I had a couple of free root beer floats from Sonic the night before.
Eric - I can't quite put my finger on it...
Leandra - Kelli would be proud of you. I'm pretty sure that's all she eats.
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 12:59:53 from 71.219.74.247
DITTO Eric. I can not imagine the reason.
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 13:05:40 from 71.219.74.247
Oh, and Leandra, I am proud of you! Cookies and ice cream is all it takes! I had a brownie and a half and a cookie for breakfast today. The diet of champions!
I have to tell you Burt that I finally tried a root beer float with regular root beer instead of diet and you are right, they are better (I thought I enjoyed the ice crystals, but NOPE). Dang, you are always right!
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 13:32:11 from 68.76.197.194
It's amazing that you are still married after that statement :)
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 13:43:30 from 71.219.74.247
I was gonna say, "Let me check with your wife on that one!!"
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 13:50:07 from 189.192.31.171
If you had said: "I always have the last word", I would have believed you, but this statement...well, careful, you may be stepping on thin ice.
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 13:52:23 from 71.219.74.247
Or stepping in far worse.
From montelepsy on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 16:41:35 from 206.248.193.234
99 F at 1800? You might as well move to Iraq.
From rattletrap on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 20:13:38 from 75.216.225.101
99 degrees!?
Nice run. I was really hoping to learn about the blade of grass trick as I read through these comments...
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 20:48:30 from 98.167.151.26
Well, I luckily I still have the use of some of my limbs now that I'm home and have faced the wrath of a woman scorned. I guess I did say a couple of things to get me in trouble. So as I eek out this comment by typing with one finger and a couple of bloody stumps, I'll tell you that you have to look at Metcalf Running's entry yesterday to understand the blade of grass trick.
From rattletrap on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 21:02:59 from 75.216.225.101
Am I looking at the right blog? I still don't get it. http://metcalf.fastrunningblog.com/blog-Hmmmm-I-was-tired-tonight-I-probably-sh/06-04-2009.html
Please explain before you bleed to death :)
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 22:07:37 from 98.167.151.26
From rattletrap on Sat, Jun 06, 2009 at 09:33:50 from 24.19.93.139
Thanks Burt, I'm glad you're still with us after that beating. It must have been hard to type out that URL with only one finger :)
From Burt on Sat, Jun 06, 2009 at 14:30:34 from 98.167.151.26
For the record, that is a modified version of the blade of grass trick, and I've never actually used it. I'm pretty sure it would work though. The actual blade of grass trick, as taught to me by my uncle, is to tell someone you have a blade of grass stuck to your rear and ask them to brush it off for you. Then, as they're busy studying your tush for any sign of the so called blade of grass, you pass wind. That one works for sure.
From Kelli on Sat, Jun 06, 2009 at 23:43:34 from 71.219.74.247
NICE.
From Sam Dean-howard on Sun, Jun 07, 2009 at 14:53:58 from 90.201.147.127
hahaa prefer your uncles blade of grass trick LOL
Fri, Jun 05, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Bike
Distance - 17.5 miles
Time - 1:06:18
Avg. Speed - 15.8 mph
Max Speed - 21.5 mph
Beautiful morning to ride to work. Nice and overcast. Bit of a headwind when I turned west, but that helps to cool me down.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Mike Warren on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 21:29:07 from 208.117.124.133
Nice to change things up a bit. Have you ever done a Tri?
From Burt on Fri, Jun 05, 2009 at 22:08:26 from 98.167.151.26
I've done two tris and one duathlon. I prefer the duathlons because I stink at swimming.
From Bonnie on Sat, Jun 06, 2009 at 09:49:45 from 75.164.111.39
Hey Burt! I did not get a chance to finish my blog yesterday! Dean kicked me off the computer in the morning, and then I just got busy with work ... but, I did not actually exaggerate with the bunnies, I guess Tucsonian bunnies are a more prolific than Phoenix bunnies - because we are cooler and more laid back !!!
Nice bike ride!
From Burt on Sat, Jun 06, 2009 at 14:33:39 from 98.167.151.26
All the bunnies I see around here are cotton tails. Up in Kingman I see a few cotton tails, but mostly jack rabbits. Whatever happened to AZDesertMonsoon? He knows about all wildlife species around here.
From Bonnie on Sat, Jun 06, 2009 at 14:50:49 from 128.196.228.134
I see mainly cotton tails near the washes and then jackrabbits a little higher up in elevation (3,000 or more). But lizards EVERYWHERE ... even though my cat seems bound and determined to reduce their size ...
From Sam Dean-howard on Sun, Jun 07, 2009 at 14:55:55 from 90.201.147.127
bunny talk, I saw lots of bunnies yesterday on my long run theyre so cute but they just keep running away LOL
Good to mix up your training Burt.
Mon, Jun 08, 2009
Total Distance
5.34
Nice morning out. I saw a bunch of new faces today. I even saw a dude that looks like he may be faster than me. I'm going to have to break his leg.
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 10:56:35 from 68.102.144.140
So THAT'S how you take care of the competition. Maybe I should adopt that technique and then someday I will break enough legs to win a race...:) anyways nice run, and as always, nice pace.
From Metcalf Running on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 12:02:57 from 207.225.192.66
Nice run today!! Maybe it was just a fluke with the new guy, he probably won't be out there very much LOL
From Mike Warren on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 12:10:19 from 207.50.149.221
A guy faster than you? I doubt it. I think he was just a golfer running scared from you, LOL! Hey, great miles today, nicely done.
From rattletrap on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 12:13:50 from 24.19.93.139
If he's faster than you, you'll have to sneak up on him. Or maybe you could use the blade of grass trick...no that would be too weird :)
From Britta on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 12:15:28 from 66.74.236.175
Have you decided what to use to break it yet? We don't want to see on 48 hours so it has got to look like an accident.
From Eric Day on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 12:30:24 from 189.192.53.136
Interesting strategies:
Boys, break a leg
Girls, blade of grass.
mmm...
From Leandra on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 12:36:30 from 71.213.97.130
nice pic. And I break people's legs everyday, it's not that big of a deal.
From Teena on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 15:05:52 from 67.177.20.13
Nice job there Burt!
Take it easy on him and make it a clean break ... it'll heal faster yet the message will be clear!! :)
From Burt on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 16:06:25 from 68.76.197.194
You guys make me laugh.
From Burt on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 16:11:27 from 68.76.197.194
Merri - the strain on my face is because your husband just grabbed my rear right as the picture was snapped.
From Burt on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 18:44:36 from 68.76.197.194
He must be Italian.
From Brent on Mon, Jun 08, 2009 at 21:02:52 from 168.178.30.75
Lucky Burt, "break a leg"
Stay Kool, salty 4 leaf clover over your shoulder, B of BS Rools out
From Sam Dean-howard on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 05:01:27 from 78.32.130.9
Hey Burt, nice pace and great running.... break his leg, but how ya going to do it, hide in a bush jump out on him hahaha that would be funny to see....
Love the new pic :-)
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 12:52:19 from 71.219.74.247
Once again, I know which blog to visit when I need to laugh!
I say it was a fluke, he was out doing speedwork and you were just taking it easy.
(But, if it has to be done, do not take Tonya's advice on this matter, it ruined her life!)
From Burt on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 13:18:04 from 68.76.197.194
I think a baseball bat will work nicely. A swift swing right in the middle of the knee and ankle. It'll be, "Hey buddy, how's the running going?" WHAMMO!!!
Kelli - you want a laugh? Check out Merri and Leandra's new profile pics. They get better and better.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 13:30:12 from 71.219.74.247
OKay, so are you guys doing this to each other?
From Sam Dean-howard on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 16:29:24 from 90.201.147.127
hahaha, I prefer Merri's profile pic LOL
From kungfublonde on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 11:36:40 from 64.203.113.50
You know, you could just get faster. Then you won't need to go all Tonya Harding on him.
From Burt on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 11:50:39 from 68.76.197.194
Well, Rachel, I never really thought of that.
BTW, how sad is kungfublonde now that David Carradine has passed away?
From Bonnie on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 11:52:32 from 75.164.110.212
Tonya Harding was my first thought too! I think Burt would have to grow his hair out a little, but he is kind of close to looking like her except for that .... he he he
From kungfublonde on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 11:54:32 from 64.203.113.50
It is sad when someone dies. And sad when it's someone you used to watch on tv as a child. But I'm more Kill Bill than Kwai Chang Caine. So no candle light vigils going on over here.
From Burt on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 11:55:11 from 68.76.197.194
She is an exceptionally handsome woman.
From Burt on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 11:58:29 from 68.76.197.194
Plus she's right back on top with her special appearances on the Smoking Gun's World's Dumbest.
Tue, Jun 09, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Last night my left calf muscle cramped up again in the middle of the night. Seriously, it's the worst charlie horse ever. My friend said that I need to drink more water. But I don't want to pee the bed.
AM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.52 miles
Time - 1:06:26
Avg. Speed - 15.8 mph
Max. Speed - 21.7 mph
What a miserable ride home. Headwind for 12.5 miles.
PM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.61 miles
Time - 1:19:56
Avg. Speed - 13.2 mph
Max. Speed - 20.3 mph
By the way. I love the Suns dancers. Who knew that so many of them were bloggers?
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Britta on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 13:49:35 from 66.74.236.175
I am sure your wife does not want that either. There is always platic pants!
From Britta on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 13:50:16 from 66.74.236.175
So I left the S out.. .So What?
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 14:01:26 from 207.225.192.66
Burt, I have also heard that eating more bananas or I guess getting more potacium will help with the leg cramps.
I only got them when I was pregnant... hmmm maybe you should look into that LOL
From Burt on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 14:14:25 from 68.76.197.194
Britta - Plastic pants! I'll have to look into that. Do you think they make them in my size?
Lori - has anyone ever frogged your arm? That's what it feels like, but on my calf. It's just all of the sudden. Like I twitch or something and it triggers the defense muscles to knot up real fast. I don't know how to describe it. Just pain. My wife was up to witness it. She offered to massage it, but I didn't want anyone touching it. Feels better now.
From Rhett on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 14:38:18 from 170.215.58.122
You've just been training hard. Keep drinking your fluids with electrolytes and all will be well.
From Eric Day on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 15:45:44 from 200.52.205.190
Did someone break YOUR leg?
From Burt on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 16:02:28 from 68.76.197.194
At the time it felt like it.
From Sam Dean-howard on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 16:14:38 from 90.201.147.127
Yeah I suffer from cramps Burt, theyre real painful, my hubby laughs, as hes never had cramps....
I jump outta bed and jump up and down make silly noises so not funny at the time.... Its loss of salts and not being hydrated enough, try wearing compression socks in the night, of cheaper version of compression socks is flight socks they really work hehehe they do I wear them all the time LOL :-)
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 18:23:05 from 67.42.27.114
Painful.
From ben on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 18:29:45 from 209.33.248.15
It was karma... that poor fast guy sensed your loathing feelings... lol Hope you feel better soon!
From Burt on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 23:47:07 from 98.167.151.26
I just updated my blog for my evening workout, should anyone care to see. (It may be in some of your best interest to see. I'm just saying.)
From RAD on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 at 23:56:36 from 67.166.99.8
hahaha!!! Burt I've never met you, but I THINK I recognize some of those ladies...I've never seen them all 'hanging out' like that though!!! :)
From Sam Dean-howard on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 04:43:23 from 78.32.130.9
Burt your so funny LOL
From ChrisM on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 10:03:57 from 130.88.123.4
Those pics are great!
From Leandra on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 12:33:18 from 67.41.234.90
bah ha ha hjfkda;fdjf;ajdf. those orange booty shorts are my fav! In fact...... let me look down.... yep, I'm wearing them right now!
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 13:08:42 from 68.76.197.194
Okay, Kelli will bake a dozen cookies to whoever can name all the Suns dancers pictured above.
From marion on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 13:59:44 from 71.219.54.130
You are TOO funny burt! Nice pic's :)
Banana's with milk :)
From Merri on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 16:08:34 from 207.88.76.69
Kelli i'm going to try! ;) I'll do anything for cookies... or licorice... or peanut m&ms.
firs pic is (left to right)
Merri, Leandra, Burt & Lynsey
second pic is
Britta? Kelli? Burt don't know? & Marion
What do I get for getting pic # 1 right???
From marion on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 16:20:24 from 71.219.54.130
Second pic is Rachel(KungFu Blonde), Kelli, Burt, ???, Marion (me)
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 16:25:28 from 68.76.197.194
Who is the mystery girl???
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 16:57:27 from 68.76.197.194
3 out of 5 on the 2nd picture for Merri.
4 out of 5 for Marion.
From Scott Wesemann on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 18:54:45 from 66.239.250.209
Burt, those pics are great. Nice job. Cramps in the calf at night are the WROST and I get them from time to time. It is always when I haven't been drinking enough water. Hey, if you don't want to pee the bed there is always adult diapers. Not all that comfy, but darn sexy.
From Merri on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 20:10:01 from 207.88.76.69
Who is the mystery girl and Marion you are soooo TAN!!! :)
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 21:03:21 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli guessed correctly that the mystery girl is none other than the UK's own Sam Dean-Howard. Now she wins cookies from...herself.
From marion on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 22:52:42 from 71.219.54.130
yes, I am SO so tan!!! Just call me skin cancer girl ;)
From kungfublonde on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 23:10:39 from 64.203.113.50
Oh I had not seen this!
The ONLY way you can tell that's not me is because she's too short. I'm an amazon.
From argentinerocket on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 23:24:42 from 98.204.55.168
So funny!!! Marion, I didn't know you got that beach volleyball player body already! Congrats!
From kungfublonde on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 23:41:55 from 64.203.113.50
...but that's exactly how adoringly I'd gaze at you, B-town.
From Kelli on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 20:09:43 from 71.219.74.247
I made cookies, and I ate them!
From Burt on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 20:15:05 from 68.76.197.194
Were they good? You earned them. Well, maybe not. You're like Robert Horry. The rest of the team does all the work, and then he steps in and makes the last glory shot. Or John Paxson. Or Steve Kerr. I shouldn't compare you to them. I hate them.
From Kelli on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 20:20:09 from 71.219.74.247
Yeah, do not compare me to people you hate!!! I know I am not in your top 5, but don't hate me.
You can taste the cookies on Monday, hopefully they will not be hard.
From Burt on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 00:58:01 from 98.167.151.26
What are you talking about Kelli? You're my number one friend. I don't want to make it seem like I'm playing favorites though, so don't tell anyone. Just keep it on the down low.
From Lyns on Sun, Jun 14, 2009 at 12:49:36 from 75.162.104.51
LOL Ha ha ha - Laughing my head off! Good one Merri. Probably the only time you'll ever see me standing at the same height as you Merri. ☺
From Burt on Sun, Jun 14, 2009 at 14:58:35 from 98.167.151.26
Hi Lyns. I know you're new to the blog so I hope I didn't creep you out too bad. I just didn't know who else to pair up with the "Sisters Grimm."
Wed, Jun 10, 2009
Total Distance
5.33
No other fast dudes out running this morning. They probably all have broken legs. I did see the Hawk for the second time. Br. Hawkins goes to church with me. I think he recently lost his job, so that's why he has more time for running. He's taking the Scouts on a 50 mile hike next week.
No cramps last night, so I must not be pregnant, Lori.
Hey, Rhett. Remember that Cramp-No-More stuff we got at the Havasu Half? I put that in my water last night, and it was de-skusting! I tried to drink as much as I could. Finally I put a single pack of Raspberry Ice mix in it. That helped a little, but I couldn't finish it. Maybe it had expired and was rancid.
It rained last night, but you wouldn't know if from looking at the sky this morning.
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 12:19:26 from 207.225.192.66
Whew... what a releif that your not pregnant :) But I hope you can figure out what is causing the cramping issue.
Nice run this morning... we have been having lots of rain here also... Today is pretty gray, but I love it. It has kept the temps very mild.
From Britta on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 12:47:35 from 66.74.236.175
Nice work this AM. I am tired I want to go to bed already. Guess I will have to wait only... 10 more hours!!!!!
From Britta on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 12:49:14 from 66.74.236.175
Oh and BTW If you are my number #1 friend I expect the same respect.. argentinerocket has got to go or I am taking you off of my favorite blogs. How's that ultimatim?
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 13:07:54 from 68.76.197.194
Umm...Lucia belongs to the Argentine mafia. I don't want to wake up to find a llama head on my pillow.
From Smooth on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 14:53:05 from 71.36.64.224
Let me know when you get this cramping thing figured out. I get them and I'm NOT pregnant. Those Sun girls sure look familiar! :)
From Leandra on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 15:59:13 from 67.41.234.90
Dear burt. I cant get my pictures to show up in my post. Please see my new profile picture.
From Sam Dean-howard on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 16:14:51 from 90.210.160.171
smooth If its cramp in your calves try the compression socks they really work honest.
and all these pics are so funny I just keep LOL in front of my laptop :-)
From argentinerocket on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 17:22:49 from 74.9.147.114
Wow wow wow Britta, let's not say things we cannot take back, ok?
What is up with your photo, Burt, I don't get it...
You should've put some caramel in your disgusting drink, caramel makes everything taste better.
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 17:30:24 from 68.76.197.194
Rocket - You always seem to be at the top of everyone's list. I just don't get it. LOL. The photo is one that Merri posted on her profile pic a couple of days ago.
From argentinerocket on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 17:35:35 from 74.9.147.114
Maybe I was born with it... maybe it's Maybelline :P
From Kelli on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 18:51:36 from 71.219.74.247
Great pace today, Burt.
My dad gets those charlie horse cramps a lot, he drinks apple cider vinegar and swears it takes them away.
Glad you are not pregnant, I could barely handle the last pregnant "guy" in the world.
From Britta on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 19:40:10 from 66.74.236.175
Okay Rocket I am assuming you saw who started it and can forgive me for trying to X you from Burt's blog?
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 19:58:40 from 68.76.197.194
I'm taking you both out of my Fave 5.
From kungfublonde on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 20:12:40 from 64.203.113.50
We all know Mike is Burt's numero uno.
Plus in real life his name is Aaamike.
From Burt on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 21:07:55 from 68.76.197.194
You got that right Rachel. And I've seen it spelled _00Aaamike. No comment about yesterday's blog? Too embarrassed that your identity was revealed?
From argentinerocket on Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 23:34:00 from 98.204.55.168
Oh man... I can't wait to see how Rachel responds to that picture!!!
Britta, my name is Lucia, don't you forget it! :)
There you go, just change your name to ___AAAAAAAAABritta and you'll be on top of everyone's list!
From Rhett on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 at 12:44:46 from 170.215.58.122
Burt, you are braver than I am. I thew my Cramp No More in the trash a long time ago. I'll stick with electrolyte pills that I can swallow without tasting.
From Sam Dean-howard on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 07:30:03 from 78.32.130.9
Love the pic Burt but no blog were you gone????
Fri, Jun 12, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
A few observations lately:
1) I observed a couple of bruises on my legs between my hips and knees on the quads. They kind of bugged. I couldn't remember how they got there, but yesterday it dawned on me. The smaller one on my right leg was from where my cell phone was hitting my leg on my 8 mile run last week. The huge one on my left leg was from the frozen water bottle in my other pocket. By the way, the ice completely melted to water in just over 4 miles.
2) I observed 5 neon yellow golf balls along Rittenhouse Road within a mile and a half stretch. The wierd thing was, they all seemed out of reach of the driving range. I figure Hansel and Gretel were not twins but quadruplets. Their evil counterparts, Gransel and Hetel, were marking their path with them. Marking your path with neon yellow golf balls is just pure dag-nasty evil.
3) I observed 5 ears of corn in between the sidewalk and the road today. There is a corn field right across the Queen Creek Wash. I wondered if they had fallen off the back of a truck or if some kids had picked them and thrown them there. Either way it made me say, "Ah shucks."
Time - 22:19 (avg. pace 7:26)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:46
2 mile - 7:34
3 mile -6:59
This was the first time I've run a sub 7 on the third mile. I hope I didn't push it too hard. I feel a sharp pain in my left knee.
From Rhett on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 13:46:04 from 170.215.58.122
Burt, I love what goes through your head when you are running. Do these thoughts persist throughout the day or just when you are running? It seems like everytime I check your blog, you are faster. Great job.
From kungfublonde on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 13:47:19 from 64.203.113.50
That was the pain of awesomeness.
Corny jokes are my favorite.
(get it? get it??)
From Metcalf Running on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:07:19 from 207.225.192.66
Man you are crazy fast!! That is awesome! Ice your knee... hope it helps.
From JohnnyV on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:12:47 from 204.124.13.151
Maybe all the golf balls and corn are from the guy with the broken legs. He is mad he can't run anymore and is trying to take you out.
Better be careful and watch out for flying corn.
From kungfublonde on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:15:07 from 64.203.113.50
Ohhhh- Johhny is on to something! You roll your ankle on a golf ball and forget it, man.
From Britta on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:29:37 from 66.74.236.175
Whoa Speedy!!!
From Burt on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:31:24 from 68.76.197.194
Rhett- It's mostly when I'm running. I should tell you Camille's Falcon Hill story some time.
KFB - Good one.
Lori - It's feeling better now.
Johnny - I would just say, "Get that corn outta my face!"
From Burt on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:36:45 from 68.76.197.194
Britta - you reminded me of the recent episode of The Office when Dwight was giving Phyllis a massage and treating her like a horse.
From Kelli on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:39:18 from 71.219.74.247
WOW, great run today Burt! That is awesome, and I hope the knee is fine.
You do have a strange mind, but it is very entertaining so do not try to FIX it.
From Britta on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:43:34 from 66.74.236.175
WHAT???????
From Burt on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 14:51:33 from 68.76.197.194
Britta - Did you not see it? Phyllis threw her back out dancing and Dwight had to massage it to make it feel better. Apparently he used the same techniques on his family's horses. He was feeding her carrots and when she tried to get up too quickly he goes, "Whoaaa whoaa whoaa."
:) :) :) :)
From Britta on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 15:13:59 from 66.74.236.175
Man I love The Office. I am going to need to get caught up!
From Leandra on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 17:26:47 from 71.32.192.68
First, Remember how dwight cut open the back of phylis' shirt and then she had to staple it shut for the dance party?? ha ha ha ha
Second, you are speedy spaniard.
Thirdly, 4 miles really? I would have thought more like 6.
Lastly, if you would wear shorts like my orange ones that I wear to suns games, you wouldn't have this bruising problem. no pockets.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 17:43:40 from 67.42.27.114
Burt, what's all this talk about golf? :)
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 18:15:28 from 189.192.166.38
Burt, what? sub 7? who was chasing you?
From Burt on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 18:22:42 from 68.76.197.194
Leandra - and Phyllis was all jealous because Bob Vance's secretary looked a lot like her.
I think those orange shorts would cut off the circulation in my legs and cause bruising everywhere.
Paul - Was I dumping on golf again?
Eric - I almost outran a lizard today.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 18:25:46 from 67.42.27.114
Burt, you weren't dumping on golf. I think the golf balls just have some subconscious/freudian impact.
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 18:29:07 from 189.192.166.38
almost? you know you can't outrun me...
From Burt on Fri, Jun 12, 2009 at 18:34:43 from 68.76.197.194
Paul - with all your scatological references, I wonder if you don't suffer from a small case of coprophilia. (Just kidding.) But something to think about around mile 21 tomorrow.
From Lysa on Sat, Jun 13, 2009 at 14:26:45 from 76.23.52.240
Burt, you are a rockstar runner!! thank you for your encouragement!! Its always nice to hear. I hope to have times like yours someday!
From Sam Dean-howard on Sat, Jun 13, 2009 at 14:48:33 from 90.212.41.56
Burt your knee ICE it (shouting) you know the pain LOL
talk of golf I thinks its the man whos leg you broke deffo :-)
No Bunny Rabbits en route ??
From Kelli on Sat, Jun 13, 2009 at 19:33:04 from 71.219.76.64
My sister called me last night and I was telling her how cold it was here and how I loved it. She said it was cold there, too and that it had not even hit 100 yet. You people from AZ are odd!
From montelepsy on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 09:23:00 from 64.203.113.50
Nice pace their Burt. I hope the knee thing is a fluke.
From montelepsy on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 09:23:28 from 64.203.113.50
I meant "there".
Mon, Jun 15, 2009
Total Distance
10.00
Today is my anniversary. 13 years of wedded bliss. Just bliss. We went out Saturday night. We had gift cards to Black Angus and free movie tickets. So it was a great cheap date. My favorite kind. We caught the 10:40 showing of Star Trek. There were only 12 people in the room. One lady by herself was for sure a Trekky, and I would guess she'd already seen the movie at least a dozen times. She made sure the other 11 of us heard her laugh as soon as any joke was cracked.
Since my mileage has been quite pathetic the last two weeks, I decided to get some double digit action going today. I saw a new guy running today. He looked like he was going about the same speed I was, but I was OK with that because I wasn't trying to push it. Plus, since I did an extra loop, I saw him again and figured he wasn't running as far as I was either. I decided to slap him five, and he reciprocated. I saw the old lady regular and the double stroller lady, too. I actually saw her twice as I did my second loop. Some day I'll have to ask her how far she runs. I doubt she'll answer me.
Time - 1:24:22 (8:26 avg. pace)
My splits were pretty consistent. I was going for an 8:30 pace. Miles 8 and 9 had bumped up in the 8:40's, so I thought I needed to push the last mile. I ended up doing it in 8:16. My knee feels fine.
From Jason McK on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 12:39:56 from 63.255.173.99
Nice mileage for a Monday!
From montelepsy on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 12:41:10 from 64.203.113.50
I'm so glad your anniversary was affordable! And super glad your knee's okay.
From Burt on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 12:51:59 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Jason. It's almost as good as 2 miles bare foot. I don't know if I could do that.
Mr. Monte - I saw the video of you in Tucson. You are hard core.
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 12:53:24 from 68.102.144.140
Nice run with a nice pace! Happy anniversary!
From Sam Dean-howard on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 13:27:45 from 90.195.99.119
Hey Burt high fiving how cool, wonder if thatd work for me....Im sure the double stroller lady would reply...I get men runners talk to me and I respond, if I dont like them I just pick the pace up lol...one day Ill be caught out and theyll be real fast :-)
From Mike Warren on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 14:01:07 from 207.50.149.221
Burt, Great Pace, Great Miles, Great Marriage! Your on top of the world Bro!
From Eric Day on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 14:08:19 from 189.192.15.77
Burt, happy anniversary. Have those 13 years passed like 5 minutes ..... under water? Looks like you had fun.
And 10 miles, good job; at excellent pace, even better job! I'm sure you could do a sub 1:45 in a HM...
From JohnnyV on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 14:47:18 from 204.124.13.151
Happy Anniversary! Good run. Love your posts.
Based on your posts it's easy to see your wife has stayed with you for your humor and not your money.
From Twinkies on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 15:59:09 from 63.241.173.64
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY. Nice run today with a awesomely strong finish.
From Sam Dean-howard on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 16:28:58 from 90.195.99.119
Sorry Burt I didnt say CONGRATULATIONS 13 yrs well done Happy Days for you both :-)
From Leandra on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 17:35:16 from 67.41.188.212
From mike mcclellan on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 17:56:30 from 99.194.252.52
Nice mileage. My mileage has been down also. It makes you feel good to get back out and clear your head, doesnt it.Some people will never understand that!!Gotta luv those double digits.
Excellent pace brother! I like it!! When's the next race?
Wait...What?!
I just noticed your goal of 4:00 for a marathon. Dude, I run slower than you do on my runs and I'm under 4:00. You are already there baby!! Sign up and git er done soon -
From Rhett on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 19:52:28 from 170.215.58.122
Nice run Burt. Did you nick name the new guy? Very bold move to high five some dude you don't know... I like it.
From Metcalf Running on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 23:12:09 from 97.126.140.236
Happy Anniversary!!
Great miles today!! Way to get some double digits.
From Burt on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 at 23:33:28 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks for the happy anniversary wishes everyone. Not sure why my wife has put up with me all these years. :)
SRR - I might do a 4 mile race on the 4th of July. As for a marathon, I'm seriously considering doing one in Mesquite NV in Nov. It looks like a killer though. The cool thing is that you run through UT, AZ, and NV.
Rhett - I think I surprised the guy with high five. I'll name him 'Old hippie and he don't know what to do should he hang on to the old should he grab on to the new.' Too long?
SRR - did you know Rhett is a HPGL? We just need a secretary now.
From argentinerocket on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 15:33:55 from 74.9.147.114
Happy anniversary! I'm not sure how your wife puts up with you either :)
I'm quite familiar with the Mesquite, NV area from my days in Cedar City. I think it should be pretty nice... I assume it's during the winter? Otherwise the weather can be dreadful...
If someone reciprocated the high five I'm sure the lady would talk to you!
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 15:50:32 from 71.219.76.64
Nothing in life beats a free date, not even a 5 minute mile.
I am so not a Trekky, but I really liked that movie.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 16:00:49 from 68.76.197.194
The thing is Lucia, she always is running in the opposite direction I am. For me to talk to her, I would have to turn around and run with her. That's way wierder than slapping a stranger high five.
Kelli - it was off your recommendation that I watched it. My wife liked it, so good job. It was either that or Land of the Lost, which didn't get good reviews. I went to www.kids-in-mind.com and saw a quote from the movie something like this, "My love for you is 10 times the love Jesus had for mankind on the cross." That's more sacreligious than when the prayed to baby Jesus in Talladega Nights.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 16:12:48 from 71.219.76.64
We debated on Land of the Lost this weekend, but I really do not think Will Ferrell is funny at all. So we went to see UP instead! Very good, I cried twice.
I actually think I want to see Satr Trek again, it has been the only good grown up movie in a while. And you know me, trying to avoid the R temptation!
From Merri on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 14:31:23 from 207.88.76.69
Nothing gets better than a cheap date, trekkies & running 10 miles. nicely done nicely done
From anji on Sat, Jun 20, 2009 at 02:03:25 from 74.211.23.124
congrats, that is awesome (for both the run and the marriage!!!)
Tue, Jun 16, 2009
Total Distance
5.35
I saw a lot of new faces out today. I think I'm inspiring a lot of people to get out and run. Everybody wants to be like me. I'm quite sure of it. Average pace today was 8:31.
No wildlife on the run, but I saw one dead rabbit, one dead snake, and 8 live prairie dogs on the bike ride. Who on the blog can I compare to prairie dogs? They have to be small, fast, and cute. Montelepsy? Distance was 17.7 miles. Average speed was 14.9 mph and max. speed was 20.5 mph.
Ouch. The ride home. My wife called me at work to see if I could be home by 4pm because the missionaries were coming to dinner. I don't think she realized I rode my bike today. So I took off at 3pm. It was 90 degrees out. Not too bad. When I turned south there was a headwind, and I was afraid it would be as bad as last week's. It was rough for a few patches, but overall I managed. At one point a big diesel passed me. Then all of the sudden the wind died and the riding became extremely easy. It was like the diesel took the wind with it. Is that possible? So I cranked it to the highest gear and was cruising along at 26 mph. It was wierd. After about a half mile the wind came back, and I was back to going 16 mph. Did you know lizards can run about 16 mph? I spooked one, and it took off running alongside the curb. It had no where to go but forward. It finally tried to jump over the curb but couldn't make it. That was funny. Don't laugh at lizards. So I was almost home and I had to go around the round-about by my house. There was a car behind me and I didn't want to slow them down so I tried to zip around it as fast as I could. I soon realized I was about to pull a Lucia. Tuck and roll baby! I'm a little banged up, and my bike is fine. Hopefully my knee will feel good in the morning and I can go running.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 15:49:26 from 71.219.76.64
Great job!!!
From argentinerocket on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 16:10:34 from 74.9.147.114
Ahhhh a world where everyone is just like Burt... NOOOOOOOO!!! :)
I think Montelepsy is too "buffed" to be a prairie dogs, they're super skinny... I'd say April is the prairie dog!
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 16:29:29 from 90.195.99.119
omg Prairie dogs how weird to they look lol at monte being one.....ur so funny Burt, I ran through all sand dunes today the burn as I was half way up a huge dune I saw a group of people watching me arrrhhh couldnt give up even at the top I thought Hell I will have to keep going hahahaha :-)
From Burt on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 16:53:15 from 68.76.197.194
You're right. Mike is too buff.
Sam, you can never stop when people are watching you. I know the feeling.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Jun 16, 2009 at 17:45:48 from 90.195.99.119
yeah I know and got to another sand dune and thought they can still see me, I got to the other side of it and nearly collapsed LOL was feeling real sicky ick but that wasnt because I was ill just the feel the burn sickly feeling.....
From Kelly Denise on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 06:57:53 from 208.76.113.2
I'm small and kinda cute...not so fast though. :)
So about 2 weeks after I blogged about someone stealing my garmin at the triathlon I got a package that had the Columbia Tri Association logo on it...I opened it up and saw my garmin! It had a letter in it saying someone mailed it to them after realizing it wasn't theirs. (duh, you took it off my bike!) They loaded the info on it, saw my name, looked up my address in the system, and mailed it back to me! Soooo excited that I didn't need to spend $300 on a new one, but slight bummed because I was going to use it as an excuse to upgrade to the new one you can swim with!
Careful on your bike, I know waaaay too much about wrecking on one!
From Burt on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 12:16:10 from 68.76.197.194
You got your Garmin back? Cool! I guess most Garmins look the same so I can understand why they thought it was theirs. LOL.
Small, kinda cute, not so fast... maybe you're a piglet. Do you like to roll around in the mud, wallow in the mire, eat rancid garbage? I know I do. :)
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 12:35:04 from 67.42.27.114
Be like Burt.
From argentinerocket on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 12:53:32 from 74.9.147.114
How cool that you got your garmin back, KD! You have to share your bike crash stories with us please!
Burt, I think you are more like a wild horse... or, a cockroach... :)
From Burt on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 13:20:47 from 68.76.197.194
So true Rocket. I can't be tamed and I never die.
From Burt on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 13:20:59 from 68.76.197.194
Famous last words.
From Teena on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 13:30:48 from 67.177.20.13
How is your knee this morning?
From montelepsy on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 13:43:51 from 64.203.113.50
Prarie dogs and I don't have much in common since I can't grow a mustache much less a coat of fur. You'll have to compare me to something bald or maybe a shaved prarie dog.
From Burt on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 15:35:13 from 68.76.197.194
Teena - It hurts. I'm not going to run today.
Montelepsy - How about a naked mole rat?
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 15:43:39 from 90.195.99.119
hahahaha naked mole rat NICE! how about one of those hairless mexican dogs LOL with the tuft hehehhe oh Burt youd be a shetland pony :) sorry maybe a wild mustang horse then......
From Eric Day on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 15:59:18 from 189.192.21.57
ouch ! and double ouch ! Do you have to take your crush on Lucia all the way to the ground?
From Burt on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 16:21:57 from 68.76.197.194
I thought it would really impress her.
From argentinerocket on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 16:29:01 from 74.9.147.114
Ohhhh man! I hadn't read the part about your bike crash, did you post it later? Geez man, I know I'm pretty cool and all but don't copy that side of me! First Bonnie and now you, what's up with that? Yet I'm the only one that got a broken jaw, I'm unbeatable! I hope your knee gets better! We want to see pictures!
From Burt on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 16:32:50 from 68.76.197.194
Yep. Posted it later. We'll see about the pictures. I don't want Merri and Leandra getting ahold of any more and pasting my face on Paula Abdul or Simon's bodies.
From Kelli on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 17:27:43 from 71.219.76.64
OH, sorry about the bike crash!!!! You will go straight to heaven for your efforts to be home in time for the missionaries. You would think you would have been protected or something!
Speaking of that, did you know that last Saturday the angel Moroni on the new Temple (not even open, just having an open house) was struck by lightening??? How odd is that?
From Burt on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 17:41:44 from 68.76.197.194
That probably means the workers were smoking pot when the put it up.
From Kelli on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 17:44:43 from 71.219.76.64
Ya think???
From Nan Kennard on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 10:15:50 from 67.165.238.15
Ouch. That stinks. Glad it wasn't worse. My husband crashed like that a couple of years ago and called me with a broken collar bone.
Oh, and you're so right about everyone running just because of you. Come to think of it, I ran today just because of you too!
From Burt on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 12:03:17 from 68.76.197.194
Yes Nan! I knew it!
The bruising on my knee is now visible. That's a good sign. Well, it makes me feel that it's only bruising and no bone chipping.
From Bonnie on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 22:04:36 from 75.164.110.212
Can I just say that Lucia is one sick cookie -- she is always asking for pictures of our bruises and things. It must be her competitive side coming out again!
Those lizards will get you all the time, that is why Titus (my cat) shows them who's boss. Or he will after he gets his E-collar off.
Thu, Jun 18, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
My knee was feeling good enough to ride today.
AM Ride
Distance - 17.46 miles
Time - 1:06:02
Avg. Speed - 15.9 mph
Max. Speed - 21.6 mph
PM Ride
Distance - 3.45 miles
Avg. Speed - 17 mph
Max Speed - 19.5 mph
I went to Red Robin with my wife last night. That's why the low PM mileage. Those Royal Red Robin Burgers are delicioso!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 14:26:48 from 90.195.99.119
great session Burt well done, I did a non run day too!
:-) happy days Dude
From Kelli on Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 16:07:00 from 71.219.76.64
You survived the fall!!! Yeah.
From Burt on Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 16:34:32 from 68.76.197.194
I'm afraid my cell phone didn't fare so well. Only half of the inside screen displays now. (Is it fare or fair?)
From Kelli on Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 16:36:36 from 71.219.76.64
That would be FARE.
From Burt on Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 16:48:45 from 68.76.197.194
But it's not fair. No pun intended. Okay, pun intended.
From auntieem on Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 22:58:06 from 67.182.145.8
I'm glad you bounced back so quick. Is your bike OK? I am in fear of anything bad happening to my bike. I would probably try to shield my bike with my body if we ever went down (:
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 11:51:25 from 67.42.27.114
It is the night. My body's weak.
I'm on the run. No time to sleep.
I've got to ride.
Ride like the wind to be free again.
And I got such a long way to go.
To make it to the border of Mexico.
So I'll ride like the wind.
I was born the son of a lawless man.
Always spoke my mind with a gun in my hand.
Lived nine lives
gunned down ten.
Gonna ride like the wind.
And I got such a long way to go.
To make it to the border of Mexico.
So I'll ride like the wind.
Ride like the wind.
Ride like the wind.
Accused and tried and told to hang
I was no where in sight
when the church bells rang.
Never was the kind to do as I was told.
Gonna ride like the wind before I get old.
It is the night. My body's weak.
I'm on the run. No time to sleep.
I've got to ride.
Ride like the wind to be free again.
And I got such a long way to go.
To make it to the border of Mexico.
So I'll ride like the wind.
Ride like the wind.
And I got such a long way to go.
To make it to the border of Mexico.
So I'll ride like the wind.
Gonna run like the wind.
From Burt on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 12:06:28 from 68.76.197.194
Auntieem - riding a road bike is so awkward. When I was riding my Huffy around as a kid I had a lot more control. If I was going to wreck, I could usually jump off and throw the bike and land on my feet. My wreck the other day was like - ok, let's see where I land and try to roll with it. LOL.
Paul - Who the heck is Christopher Cross? You so crazy.
From abby on Mon, Jun 22, 2009 at 20:02:37 from 71.213.61.105
Oh the joys of knee problems :)
Fri, Jun 19, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
A little bit faster this morning. I could feel the difference those last 5 miles. I had to tweak my bike a little to get it dialed in. I'm thankful not much damage was done after crashing. Mostly to my ego.
AM Ride
Distance - 17.47 miles
Time - 1:05:16
Avg. Speed - 16.1 mph
Max. Speed - 23.4 mph
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 12:28:19 from 189.192.48.160
Ego heals with time (at least most of the times), but injury's leave a mark. or is it the other way around ?.....
he he he =)
From Merri on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 14:15:59 from 207.88.76.69
it's ok your ego was pretty big to begin with :)
From Burt on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 14:18:28 from 68.76.197.194
It didn't hurt as much as the time you dumped me at the Halloween ball.
From Merri on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 14:29:14 from 207.88.76.69
let's just say it wasn't your burt-day. or your day burt.
From Bonnie on Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 22:01:45 from 75.164.110.212
OH my goodness Burt!!! I am sorry, I completely missed it -- I have been so self-absorbed and busy the past couple of days. I am SOOOOOOO glad you are ok -- bruised egos are easy, and actually so are bikes.
Did you like the way Lucias jaw looks now too and thought you would give it a shot? DON'T - you are fine the way you are.
Take care, be so careful.
From sam Dean-Howard on Sat, Jun 20, 2009 at 13:24:44 from 90.195.99.119
thats why I dont cycle no more I am too clumsy still got a scar on my elbow LOL
From Leandra on Sat, Jun 20, 2009 at 22:01:31 from 76.27.81.221
From Teena on Sun, Jun 21, 2009 at 09:57:38 from 67.177.20.13
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! :)
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Jun 21, 2009 at 15:47:13 from 90.208.239.137
Happy Father's Day hey Dude you not running lately?
From Burt on Sun, Jun 21, 2009 at 19:59:07 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks for the Father's Day wishes. Sam, I don't know if it's just me being lazy, but my knee still kind of hurts. Saturday I was helping someone move. We made a line to unload one of the trucks. I was standing on the ramp, and someone passed down a big heavy box. I rested it against my knee, and it hurt sooo bad. I almost had to stop. I'll go out tomorrow morning. Unless I suffer a massive heart attack from all the food I've been getting to celebrate Father's Day.
From Brent on Sun, Jun 21, 2009 at 22:21:56 from 66.7.127.219
Burt - are you tring to catch me on the number of road rash scars? Be careful out there, the lizzards get bigger.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Jun 22, 2009 at 05:54:02 from 78.32.130.9
Burt, now as runners we shouldnt be helping people move boxes or do silly things tut tut tut.....LOL
I have a list of not allowed to do's now and it just about Rules everything out and the fun stuff :-)
Are you doing any strength work for your knee's look after them knees are very helpful :-)
From rattletrap on Mon, Jun 22, 2009 at 23:16:30 from 24.19.93.139
crash?! When did that happen? I'm behind on my blog reading. I'm glad to see that you bounced back and are still running/riding. Be careful out there.
Sat, Jun 20, 2009
Total Distance
0.40
Weight: 0.00
Tue, Jun 23, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
AM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.47 miles
Time - 1:03:01
Avg. Speed - 16.6 mph
Max. Speed - 22.0 mph
Temp - 86
Sweat levels - minimal
I haven't been feeling good lately. I think this bike ride was just what I needed.
PM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.59 miles
Time - 1:01:01
Avg. Speed - 17.3 mph
Max. Speed - 24.9 mph
Temp - 99
Sweat levels - manageable
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Leandra on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 11:58:19 from 71.219.43.110
probably swine flu. All the hipsters are getting it these days. So do you ride your bike to work?
From Mike Warren on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 12:04:08 from 207.50.149.221
No running lately? Any injuries or just mixing it up?
From Burt on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 12:21:00 from 68.76.197.194
Leandra - Couldn't be. I'm not hip. I'm trying to ride my bike to work 3 days out of the week. I just have to take it easy so I don't arrive at the office dripping in sweat.
Mike - I did wreck my bike last week, annd that kept me from running for a few days. Then I got sick. So hopefully I'll be back at it soon. I don't want to lose too much fitness. I'm already gaining some major weight.
Major Weight...I knew that guy a few years ago. Don't miss him a bit :-)
From Rhett on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 13:46:21 from 170.215.58.122
Mixing in a bike ride is probably just what the doctor ordered. The lack of sweat is probably from the desert air.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 14:26:20 from 71.219.76.64
Maybe it is because you weigh zero pounds?
From Merri on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 14:36:13 from 207.88.76.69
yeah it's never healthy to weigh 0 lbs
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 15:13:52 from 207.225.192.66
I hope you get feeling better.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 15:16:02 from 68.76.197.194
I told you I was dead, Kelli. My spirit's mass is rounded down to zero. Actually, the only time I weigh myself (and post it) is after my runs. Since I haven't run for a while, no weight posting. But I did weigh myself the morning after Father's Day...208! You'll never guess what I had for dinner.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 15:47:36 from 71.219.76.64
Steak and potatoes and root beer floats?
From Burt on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 15:48:52 from 68.76.197.194
Almost. Chili dogs and root beer floats :)
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 15:49:28 from 71.219.76.64
Chili dogs are not all that heavy, Burt!
From Burt on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 15:52:41 from 68.76.197.194
BTW Rhett - Not sweating is a good thing on the way to work. Right now I'm really working on altering my body chemistry so that my musk mimics the smell of roses. Until I have it down pat, avoiding human interaction and dodging people in the hallway works pretty good.
From Bonnie on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 16:04:40 from 128.196.228.134
Burt, I am lucky that I have access to a secret shower here at work - but CVS carries these CVS brand "washclothes".
I keep a package in my desk for those "don't have time to shower" mornings.
I am glad you are feeling better. Titus is too ... soon you both will be angering some lizards again.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 16:28:05 from 68.76.197.194
Bonnie, that's a great idea, but in order for that to be really effective, I would have to bring a change of clothes, which means wearing a backpack, which means sweating like a dog. But I guess that would be all right because I have a change of clothes and CVS brand "washcloths." I'm the dorky guy everyone sees riding down the street on a blue bike with a blue helmet, red shirt, and pant leg tucked into his sock. And I'm OK with that.
From Teena on Tue, Jun 23, 2009 at 21:30:31 from 67.177.20.13
"Sweat Levels"
Only you!!!!
Nice job on the bike ride. :)
From Eric Day on Wed, Jun 24, 2009 at 12:51:57 from 189.192.28.192
I agree, sweat levels could only come from Burt...
Hope knee is doing better!
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Jun 24, 2009 at 14:51:48 from 90.201.147.163
Oh Burt your so funny, sweat levels, well alls I can say on that matter is in the heat we have over here at the moment, which Im not used to, sweat level more like a shower LOL.
And hey I dont care what I look like when Im running cos im not in a fashion parade IM running Dude!
at least you post your weight Im still not posting mine, maybe this friday but depends what I way in at LOL :-0
From Bonnie on Wed, Jun 24, 2009 at 14:53:22 from 128.196.228.134
I love the sweat levels -- Sam, I did not know you were posting your weight. Your picture makes you look like the PERFECT weight (and your race times do too ;-) ).
From Brent on Wed, Jun 24, 2009 at 22:28:16 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, chili - super powered Burt - the 24 mph, give it to the chili. With all the biking you are ready for a du or tri.
Stay Kool, carry a sweat bucket, B of BS Rools out
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 09:53:00 from 82.132.139.14
Bonnie it's not often I reach my race goal but I'm on the way this time.... The reason is if I dint eat enough I run weak! But then I stay the same weight it's hard to gauge with the amount of mileage I'm doing! My goal weight is approx 133/134 lbs I'm 5'9. But then again Paula Radcliffe is 5'9 & weighs in at 128lbs ! My husband hates it if I go under 139 ? :-)
thanks for the compliment tho :-)
Wed, Jun 24, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Sweat level Chart for Riding a Bike to Work
Bone dry
1
Minimal
2
Manageable
3
Comfortably moist
4
Sweat of the brow
5
That will leave a mark (crust of salt)
6
Sir Dripalot
7
Harlot in church
8
Profuse
9
Captain Insano
10
Above is how i gage my allowance of sweat for riding to work. Anything over a 3 is not good.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Lyns on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 11:59:34 from 75.162.104.51
FUNNY!!!!
From Leandra on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 12:06:05 from 207.108.176.147
I was atleast an 8 today, bleh.
From MichelleL on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 12:16:33 from 71.35.250.200
That is funny. I like the comfortably moist the best.
From Nevels on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 12:24:40 from 131.204.15.93
I get to at least a 7 or 8 just walking to my office (but we won't go into the possible implications thereof....)
From Eric Day on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 12:32:31 from 189.192.124.219
Good one Burt, don't care to be called # 8, but guess thats where I stand at the end of my runs...or even 9
From kungfublonde on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 12:55:52 from 64.203.113.50
Captain Insano shows no mercy.
And "comfortably moist" grossed me out!
From Burt on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 13:36:34 from 68.76.197.194
Oh Rachel - the only reason it grossed you out is because you imagined meeting me for the first time, giving me a hug, realizing I was comfortably moist, then wondering how you could get in a shower as soon as possible without me being wise to why and hurting my feelings.
From kungfublonde on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 14:06:34 from 64.203.113.50
Well if you were COMFORTABLY moist, I wouldn't need a shower, right? I think comfortably moist means anyone hugging you woun't think you were damp and feel the need to shower immediately. Anything more than that clearly crosses over into level 5.
It grosses me out because I find the word, not the state, "moist," to be creepy.
*Note to self: Burt thinks you will hug him.
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 17:58:27 from 90.212.41.49
hahaha omg only you could put box indicator thingy about sweat LOL
Thu, Jun 25, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
AM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.48 miles
Time - 1:03:26
Avg. Speed - 16.5 mph
Max. Speed - 21.1 mph
Temp - 87
Sweat levels - manageable
PM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.50 miles
Time - 57:20
Avg. Speed - 18.3 mph
Max. Speed - 24.6 mph
Temp - 92
Sweat levels - sweat of the brow
Now that's how you get home! Fun ride. I had some stupid teenagers yell at me. They didn't realize they were quickly approaching a red light. I caught them at the light and mysteriously their window was now up. They're lucky I didn't hear what they said or I would have had a nice conversation with them. Instead I yelled at them to keep their window up. Then as they passed me again the window was down, and I yelled at them to roll it back up.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Rhett on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 14:10:53 from 170.215.58.122
So just how closely do you have to work with your co-workers? I'm not thinking my patients would be to happy with me if I weren't showered and smelling good. I do admire you for riding to work though. I wish I had a shower here and I'd do the same. If I ever build my own office, I'm putting a shower in.
From RivertonPaul on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 14:57:06 from 67.42.27.114
Some years ago there was an article about packing baby wipes if you can't shower.
From Merri on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 15:16:06 from 207.88.76.69
showering is so overrated :)
From Burt on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 16:50:18 from 68.76.197.194
Rhett - I have my own office. But I did go to lunch with the guys today.
Paul - That was back before they knew it caused cancer.
Merri - we can't all look as good as you when we're sweaty.
From Steve Piccolo on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 21:58:16 from 66.60.123.236
You've been biking a lot lately. Are you training for that, or is it due to the heat? Or just because you prefer it lately?
From allie on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 at 22:27:24 from 208.110.136.60
you should have flung a little "brow sweat" on those teenagers. that'll show em.
From Eric Day on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 11:40:51 from 200.77.42.213
LOL...like Allie's comment. That should have taken care of them.
From Burt on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 11:45:53 from 68.76.197.194
Especially if it got in their eyes. Worse than battery acid.
Fri, Jun 26, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
AM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.67 miles
Time - 1:09:13
Avg. Speed - 15.3 mph
Max. Speed - 20.6 mph
Temp - 82
Sweat levels - minimal
Sometimes I wonder if I took the top 70 quarter milers in the US and they raced me relay style on my bike to work, would I win? Not today. Today was humid, so I took it nice and easy. I didn't want to be in danger of going above a sweat level of 3.
PM Bike Ride
Distance - 5.02 miles
Time - 20:02
Avg. Speed - 15.0 mph
Max. Speed - 19.9 mph
Temp - 105
Sweat levels - manageable
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Bonnie on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 12:08:01 from 75.164.32.215
Danger Will Robinson - sweat level 3 alert alert ...
Those 1/4 milers are really fast.
Good ride Burt!! How is the knee?
From Burt on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 12:15:42 from 68.76.197.194
Since I haven't tried running on it yet, I'm not too sure. I went to the D-backs game a couple of nights ago (they lost), and as I was walking down the ramp, it kind of hurt. I definitely want to get out tomorrow morning for a run.
From Leandra on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 12:20:43 from 71.213.96.214
I didn't even work out today but my room was so hot, I'm pretty sure I woke up at sweat level 5. sick. We're holding out on turing on the AC as long as possible.
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 13:49:23 from 90.212.41.35
go running, sweat level will be a 6 for sure LOL
From Rhett on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 14:16:00 from 170.215.58.122
Burt maybe you could post a more detailed sweat level chart for us so we are all on the same page.
From Bonnie on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 14:19:44 from 128.196.228.134
ahhhh, yes Rhett ... and maybe we could use GIS technology to map it, oh no that was not a good idea!
I do like the color coding though, red alert would be bad with white being a "safe" day to sit next to him after he gets to work.
From Burt on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 14:28:00 from 68.76.197.194
Leandra - My HS biology teacher told us that we don't sweat in our sleep. Nobody believed him.
Sam - rest assured that when I run, I'm at sweat level 10.
Rhett - did you not see Wednesday's entry? Was that not detailed enough?
Bonnie - all roads lead to Rome, if you know what I'm saying. And engineers don't like human interaction. We're creepy like that.
From Bonnie on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 14:29:42 from 128.196.228.134
oh yes Burt, I know. Statisticians are like that too. No one ever believes that Dean and I are statisticians. Unless they see us at conferences (and we kind of stick out ;-) ).
From Burt on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 14:47:44 from 68.76.197.194
I thought you were a statistician. I once crunched some numbers to see who was the better half marathoner - Sash Pachev or Paul Peterson. Since it'd been too long since I took statistics, I only used average times and standard deviations. Paul had a slightly faster avg. time, but his std dev was way higher. What would a statistician do to see who's best?
From Bonnie on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 15:00:43 from 128.196.228.134
Depends on how many samples you have from each. If I am to assume you have a lot of them (say 20 races?) then the easy answer, from stat101:
take the ratio of the variance of pauls times to sashas. If this variance was < 5 then use a t-test statistic to test the difference in the means. If the ratio is > 5 then use an adjusted t-test statistic that takes into account the difference in the variances, but still tests the difference between their mean race times.
I would also plot them (box or dot plots).
I also have a more complicated answer that I would actually use. It involves using a nonparametric test statistic and density plots. I could show you the plots if you send me the data, pretty cool actually ...
From Burt on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 15:26:49 from 68.76.197.194
You are so cool Bonnie. I just found the data. I used 19 HM's for Sasha and 10 for Paul. However, I forgot that Sasha had a faster average than Paul unless you take out Paul's three slowest HM's. But then your sample size is smaller and how does that compare to the larger sample size Sasha has? I'll send you the spreadsheet. It's quite crude, so I hope you can make sense out of it.
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 16:13:21 from 90.212.41.35
Hahaha level 10 when Running, not surprised were you live!
I get to level 10 in the gym on the treadmill when I do a fast session and the air con isnt on and the air circulation isnt on, only happened once so far! BUT MY GOODNESS ME it wasnt nice LOL ;-) see Chris M has done a sweat chart
From montelepsy on Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 03:49:54 from 64.203.113.50
Your sweat chart made me laugh on the outside and the inside.
From Brent on Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 21:43:23 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, how is your fitness level holding up while biking? Sweat levels, what the heck? I know, it is 105 at mid night.
Stay Kool, Ice under the hat, B of BS Rools out
From Merri on Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 23:58:11 from 207.88.76.69
my sister had some sweat glands removed from her pits. you should try that. I'm not saying if this sister was leandra or not. I'll let you figure it out.
From Burt on Sun, Jun 28, 2009 at 00:28:57 from 98.167.151.26
Brent - I finally went running tonight. My fitness level is down, but not too bad.
Merri - If it was Leandra then she's lying to make friends. She always tells me how much she sweats, and how cool she is...
From Leandra on Sun, Jun 28, 2009 at 01:40:35 from 76.27.81.221
okay you caught me, only 3 fingers and no sweat glands... I should really be traveling with the carnival.
Burt too bad you can't know the real sister that had the surgery done, she's a treat. A real treat.
Sat, Jun 27, 2009
Total Distance
3.88
I did not want to get the goose egg for the week, so I went out running. I just took it nice and easy. Here's the real story. It all started on Mother's Day. We made breakfast in bed for my lovely wife. The problem was, I have so many kids, and each one wanted to make her something. So we ended up making her far more food than she would be able to eat. Waffles, pancakes, scrambled eggs, egg mcmuffin, oatmeal, cereal, and some kind of marshmallow creation my 6 year old made. So on Father's Day my wife decided to return the favor. I had eggs benedict, pancakes, sausage patties, sausage links, bacon, chocolate milk, tomato juice, Tampico, oatmeal, and scrambled eggs. I'm sure there was more. I did my best at eating all of it. That's when I noticed the chest pains. I wasn't sure if I had a small heart attack, so I've been taking it easy. Then it started to feel the same as when I strained my rib cage. So I thought maybe it happened when I wrecked my bike. Anyway, I'm stupid for not going to a doctor, but Chuck Norris would never go to a doctor. With Michael Jackson dying this week due to heart failure, there's one thing I can learn from him. That is don't trust the girl next door. She might not be your lover, but she could be a girl that claims that you are the one.
I did the first 3 miles on my own.8:47 average. Then I took Katelynn out for a run. She did 0.63 miles at a 14:59 average.
From Steve Piccolo on Sun, Jun 28, 2009 at 00:35:49 from 66.60.123.236
Good job getting back in the saddle! Go easy on those marshmallow creations. :)
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Jun 28, 2009 at 05:47:04 from 90.212.41.35
Hey Burt I'd go the dr just 2 be sure! My hubby not been good for sometime high blood pressure was the start, he's lost over 2.5 stone but his b pressure never came down, so he went the dr some 100 tests later he has problems high cholestrol, hr rate high ECG wasn't great and liver problems.,.. He had no symptoms just the high b pressure no chest pains or anything, he is an arbiculturist so he's a tree surgeon! Lots of manual work etc, he has to go back for mote tests, but I got him
some organic herbs that are real good for cholestrol etc it's working his b/p is now normal and he cycles when I run most nights but waiting on more tests! So honestly he was a heart attack waiting to happen please go the dr please :-)
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Jun 28, 2009 at 05:48:32 from 90.212.41.35
& that was the short version lol
From Gumpy on Sun, Jun 28, 2009 at 19:59:56 from 64.12.117.14
Now that's what I'm talkin' about. Never...under any circumstances...never, never, never, move next door to a girl named Billie Jean....unless she plays tennis...Hope you feel better. Gumpy
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 07:37:46 from 78.32.130.9
hahaha Gumpy that is a tummy tickler LOL
From Burt on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 11:38:04 from 68.76.197.194
The Billie Jean that plays tennis is a girl???
I like how you just post your happy thoughts, Gumpy.
From Eric Day on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 12:25:45 from 189.192.121.253
It was probably the food. But still take it easy. If it hurts during running, stop immediately and go the doc, ok?
Mon, Jun 29, 2009
Total Distance
5.40
Hooray for not being lazy! Again this morning I took it nice and easy. I still don't have a full range of motion with my right arm. But it's starting to warm up, so I don't really want to push it anyway. The old lady regular was out this morning pumping those arms. She was wearing less clothes than usual, so I'll struggle to get that image out of my head for the rest of the day. Ta ta!
From Mike Warren on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 11:50:16 from 207.50.149.221
Oh no, the image is forever etched in, lol! Glad your able to run again. Easy as she goes Bro.
From Bonnie on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 12:25:02 from 128.196.228.134
Burt, I know your mile and 2 mile PRs are much faster than mine. But I have to tell you, 8:33 is not "taking it easy", even for 5 miles. Have you gone to the doctor? I could not tell from your blog entry.
I will get you some results later in the day, I have been swamped this weekend on a paper that I am trying to finish up (so I can work on relearning some things for a really hard class I am teaching this fall!!).
From Metcalf Running on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 12:47:40 from 207.225.192.66
I agree with Bonnie, Mr. Speedy 8:33 is not taking it easy!
From Burt on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 13:11:58 from 68.76.197.194
Phhhtt!! I ain't going to no stinkin' doctor.
I guess I usually run pushing my aerobic threshold. So 8:33 is completely anaerobic and seems easy.
From Rhett on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 13:14:23 from 74.41.249.102
I hope that image doesn't ruin you for life.
From RivertonPaul on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 13:22:24 from 67.42.27.114
The old lady is hitting on you.
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 14:29:00 from 205.172.12.230
You should give her a high five.
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 15:05:01 from 90.212.41.35
phhhhht Men !
Old lady deffo hitting on you LOL.... must admit wearing less clothes over in this country too its too hot too humid and im a winging english person LOL
8.33 pace, excellent well done but please try take it easy :-))))
From JohnnyV on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 15:58:52 from 204.124.13.151
Nice workout. Good to see you are back at it. I am not sure less clothes will help the sweat level so I don't recommend following the old lady's example or she may be posting something similar in her blog.
From Burt on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 16:24:17 from 68.76.197.194
I don't have AC in my truck, and I drive with the window rolled down. It doesn't bother me, but when I got to work today I had a nice seatbelt sweat mark across my chest. What the heck? Shoulda rode my bike.
From Eric Day on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 17:40:49 from 189.192.121.253
Burt, save the planet, use your bike.
From Brent on Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 21:15:44 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, give her a pat on the rear as you go buy, laughed at your entry. Run faster, wear dark glasses, she will never know its you?
Non-laughing note, hope your running goes well.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From ChrisM on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 07:35:55 from 130.88.123.4
Good job at not being lazy-hope your arm gets better soon
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 08:07:05 from 78.32.130.9
Hey I say less clothes, LOL but not too less, im talking t shirt and shorts with no raincoat :-)
From Gumpy on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 11:06:12 from 75.148.140.221
Sounds like she's looking for a running buddy. You should run with her. You can do high knees and she can pump her arms. Ya'll would make a great set.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 12:36:39 from 68.76.197.194
You know what guys? Those are really great suggestions, but I'm going to have to pass.
Tue, Jun 30, 2009
Total Distance
5.35
Like the wise poet C. Dion once said, "It's all coming back, it's all coming back to me now." I felt pretty good today. Almost pain free. It was 84 degrees out and I had Captain Insano sweat levels. My average pace was 8:28.
AM Ride
Distance - 17.47 miles
Time - 1:06:29
Avg. Speed - 15.8 mph
Max. Speed - 20.9 mph
Temp - 88
It was a real nice ride to work today. But towards the end I was wishing I was done. I stay relatively cool while I'm in motion, but when I have to stop at a stop light, it's like baking in an oven. And it's only gonna get hotter.
PM Ride
Distance - 17.47 miles
Time - ??? (Forgot to start my Garmin until about a mile into it.)
Avg. Speed - ??? mph (Forgot to stop my Garmin when I got home.)
Max. Speed - 24.2 mph
Temp - 103
Even though it was hot, the first 2/3 of the ride was very enjoyable. The last 1/3 was against the wind.
From leslie peterson on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 13:22:19 from 76.23.61.78
I can't imagine running or biking in that heat. I was in St. George last weekend and the very thought made me crazy.
Nice workout!!
You are under 200 lbs now!! How much have you lost? Seems to me it was quite a bit.
From Rhett on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 13:29:49 from 74.32.221.35
Running and biking all in one morning. You're doing great.
From Eric Day on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 13:37:47 from 189.192.216.251
Ditto on doing great, running & biking. Life is good.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 14:41:41 from 68.76.197.194
Leslie - I've lost about 55 lbs. I was down to 192 a couple of months ago, but then Easter came along, and I've yet to recover. LOL.
Rhett - My legs are a little sorer than usual.
Eric - ditto your ditto. Life is good.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 16:12:06 from 71.219.76.64
That would be due to the INSANO temps.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 16:15:18 from 68.76.197.194
Oh, I'm sure it will be over 100 when I ride my bike home this afternoon. Don't worry your pretty little head none over that.
From Burt on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 16:18:00 from 68.76.197.194
Oh, and I forgot my cell phone today. So if I get a flat, it's gonna SUCK!! That's right, all caps.
From Rhett on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 16:35:41 from 74.32.221.35
I'm betting it will be cloer to 110 than 100 when you ride home this evening. They are predicting monsoon rains though so maybe you will get rained on.
From Teena on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 16:41:35 from 67.177.20.13
Don't know how you all stand that kind of heat!!! Absolutely crazy I tell you!!!
Nice job Burt!
From Burt on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 16:42:21 from 68.76.197.194
(Burt immediately curses Rhett's name, walks over to the window, and checks for storm clouds. Nothing yet. He checks the current temperature : 98. Should rise a few degrees as the hottest hours of the day are between 2pm and 4pm.)
Sorry for shooting the messenger Rhett.
From Kelli on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 17:23:49 from 71.219.76.64
Geez Louise! Won't the rain evaporate before it even hits the ground?
From Lily on Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 22:27:44 from 160.7.232.225
nice pace!
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 03:11:44 from 90.201.147.84
nice pace Burt!
From kungfublonde on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 03:48:32 from 64.203.113.50
Captain Insano? Time for that hug!
From Lyns on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 10:06:38 from 75.162.104.51
103 degrees - I would throw up for sure!
From Burt on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 12:13:11 from 68.76.197.194
Rachel - all you have to do is mention how sweaty I am after a run, and you automatically get one.
Lyns, yes you would. Thank you. LOL.
From Kelli on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 12:15:44 from 71.219.76.64
103? That is flat out insane. Can you hook a little AC unit to your bike?
From Merri on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 15:05:58 from 207.88.76.69
think of it this way, no cell phone = no bruises on the legs. :)
From Leandra on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 15:45:09 from 67.41.188.195
And who needs water bottles in 103 degrees? Ditch those and you'll be bruise free in no time.
From Kelli on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 15:45:46 from 71.219.76.64
Carry Otter Pops or something.
From Merri on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 15:53:59 from 207.88.76.69
maybe put your work clothes in the freezer the night before biking to work.
From Leandra on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 16:00:29 from 67.41.188.195
Better yet, maybe you should just sleep in the freezer.
From Burt on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 16:05:47 from 68.76.197.194
Maybe I should just add a little more iron to my diet for the bruising. I'm sure I can find plenty of meat in the freezer for a midnight snack. I may even be using it for a pillow.
And how in the world have I put the exact same mileage on both pairs of my shoes so far? I can assure you it was only by chance. That's amazing. AMAZING!! (It's the little things in life...)
From Bonnie on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 at 22:02:24 from 75.164.32.215
That Kelli - because of her I now have a freezer full of popsicles!! They are yummy though Kelli!
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Jul 02, 2009 at 07:31:56 from 78.32.130.9
Burt Dude, mileage on both shoes is amazingly funny how cool LOL
I always end up with a fav pair, and its the blue one's for me.
Try soaking a tshirt in water then freezing for your bike or run to keep cool, apparently it works :-)
From Kelli on Thu, Jul 02, 2009 at 10:16:44 from 71.219.89.21
The only way to survive a summer is with posicles! And they make so many nummy flavors!!! If I lived in AZ I would have to have them shipped in by the case load!
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Jul 03, 2009 at 17:53:58 from 90.208.239.159
Hey Dude you not training ?? :-)
Sat, Jul 04, 2009
Total Distance
8.05
I wanted to get up early and go on a long double digit run this morning. But late yesterday afternoon I found out that I had to take my son out and set up flags for his Boy Scout troop. And we had to do a double shift because so many people were out of town. So we got up at 6am and finished at 7:30. I immediately got changed because it was already warming up. I decided to run south down Ellsworth towards the San Tans because I figured it was uphill and when I turned around I would be going downhill. I went 4 miles and decided that was enough.
From Eric Day on Sat, Jul 04, 2009 at 23:09:26 from 189.169.214.230
8 miles IS a good run anyways. Hope you had fun with your son.
From seeaprilrun on Sat, Jul 04, 2009 at 23:29:19 from 205.172.12.228
Nice pace. You really seem to deal with the heat well! I just whine about it.
From Leandra on Sat, Jul 04, 2009 at 23:41:02 from 76.27.81.221
Very nice pace and way to help set up the flags. go America.
From Merri on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 10:48:31 from 207.88.76.69
Yeah setting up flags was very nice of you & little burt. nice run in the hot az temps.
From rattletrap on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 12:13:02 from 70.193.101.98
I always seem to find out about my boy scout parent responsibilities at the last minute too. Way to go picking up the slack with a double shift! Glad you still had time for a run.
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 12:48:54 from 90.201.147.206
glad you got a run in excellent running the heat Respect ! keep up the good work :-)
From Teena on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 15:28:04 from 67.177.20.13
Nice job on the run and taking the double shift!!! :)
From Steve Piccolo on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 22:15:59 from 66.60.123.63
Way to get out there, despite the heat. I hope you have a great week of running (or biking) coming up this week.
From anji on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 22:17:28 from 74.211.23.124
happy 4th
From Lily on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 22:52:53 from 160.7.232.167
niiice.
From Kelli on Sun, Jul 05, 2009 at 23:05:59 from 71.219.89.21
WOW! That is hot for that early in the morning. BUT I am sure everyone appreciates your flag duty for the day! Hope you had a great 4th of July! Have a great week this week!
If you're only here to read about my daily workout, navigate away right now. If you like good stories, stick around a bit.
This is the story of the (what's the correct phrase here?Obsession? Passion? Fetish?Let' say "healthy fascination") I have with the Phoenix Suns Dance Team.It all started when I was a junior in high school.The young men (ages 12 to 18) in our church went on a trip to watch a Suns game.It just so happened that it was the Suns Dance Team autograph night.(Of course it was.What better way for the devil to taint a church-sanctioned activity with the purpose of bonding a bunch of hormone-raging teenagers?)They handed out posters of the dance team and you could take your poster around the arena, find the girls out at their folding tables, and have them sign your poster.I got most of them to sign it.Graciously they were nice enough to be a little flirtatious, and that sure makes a skinny little dorky 17-year old feel good about himself.I was the only one brave enough to bring my poster to school the next day, and for that day I was king.
Jump ahead 16 years and the skinny little dorky kid is now a big fat dorky man.(If you haven't guessed, it's me.)I was playing basketball three times a week, but it wasn't enough to keep me in good shape, and I was really starting to let myself go.I also would watch the Phoenix Suns games as often as occasion would permit.I did not have cable so that meant only being able to watch the away games that were broadcast on local television network UPN45.Enter Gina.Gina was a typical Suns dancer, nothing to make her stand out from amongst her peers.She spent the typical two to three years with the team as the rest of them do.(Incidentally, she no longer is with them.)But somebody at UPN45 decided Gina was a standout, as it were.They hired her on to do commercial stints. "Coming up after the game, back to back episodes of Malcolm in the Middle."Kudos to UPN45.She was great.Maybe that's just my bias from a deeply engraved hormonal memory speaking.I thought everybody knew and loved Gina.
At the beginning 2007 while Gina was at the height of her advertising/marketing career and most people are setting resolutions to better themselves for the coming year, my work put on a Biggest Loser contest to motivate people to reach their goals.I knew I had a weight issue, so I signed up.Quickly I started to shed the pounds and regain my confidence.About a month into it, my good friend from work, Brad, took me to a Suns game.He has season tickets.(I'm not just calling him a good friend because I mooch Suns tickets off him every year.He's a sweet guy.)We got there a little earlier than we usually do.As we were walking down the hall to my great and wonderful astonishment I see Gina flanked by two other Suns dancers (Who were they?Who cares?) coming our way.I can't believe it.It's actually her!When she passed us I said, "Hi Gina."But I said it in a way as if I knew her.Her natural response was to say "hi" back to me.I could see in her eyes that she was trying to figure out where the heck she knew me from.I think at that moment she realized what a star she was.I continued walking and as soon as we were out of earshot Brad said, "Where in the world did that come from?"I was like, "That's Gina.Everybody knows and loves Gina."
Brad was so amused by my new found bravado that it didn't take long for the tale to spread through the office the next day.Bobby from work sent out a company email with his predictions of who would win the Biggest Loser contest.Most people figured Nate, the skinny guy, would be the runaway winner because percentage wise, the numbers should work in his favor.Bobby stated that my chances at winning the contest were about as good as my chances at getting a date with a Suns Dancer.(You cut me really deep there, Bobby.)
About a week later Brad offered me his tickets again because he couldn't go.I made up my mind to get that date with the Suns dancer, or at least a picture with one, Gina preferably.My brother-in-law Curtis and I arrived at the stadium and found some Suns dancers in short fashion.There were three of them.Gina was not among them, but no matter.I walked up to them (remember the newly found confidence) and asked if they would be kind enough to pose in a picture with me.Maybe it's part of their job description, but they were happy to oblige.Now I had the evidence I needed that I would indeed be the champion of the Biggest Loser contest.(Side note: I did win in a big way.Dropped 42 lbs. and walked away with $450.)And for a day, again, I was king.
To bring an end to this story, now every time I go to a Suns game I am not only encouraged by the people I'm with to ask the lovely ladies for a photo op, I am compelled to do so.Yes, it makes my wife jealous, but she need not worry.A pretty face could not replace the everything that she is.And secretly I bet she loves me even more because of it.The end.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Camille on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 10:25:33 from 75.171.3.28
Is this the story *I* know... or is there something new? Does Vicki know you posted a picture of Gina?
From Eric Day on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 11:21:04 from 189.192.149.123
?????
From Merri on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 11:34:19 from 207.88.76.69
Oh yeah I know Gina, I danced w/ her for a couple years. what's her story.
From Brent on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 13:05:01 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, is the the lady you could not get out of your mind when running last week, she does not look old or need more clothes?
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Leandra on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 13:57:53 from 70.56.110.220
The suspense is killing me!
From Burt on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 15:00:57 from 68.76.197.194
Sorry it took so long. The story is up. Enjoy!
From ChrisM on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 15:15:23 from 217.42.248.247
Great story!
Well done on the weight loss too :)
From Lily on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 15:50:18 from 160.7.232.167
hhmmmmm.......
From Eric Day on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 15:54:38 from 189.192.149.123
Man, you should write books! (I could sell them).
Good story !
From Leandra on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 15:56:35 from 70.56.110.220
Go gina, go gina go! That's a great story and highly entertaining, i read the whole long thing. Good job on the weight loss and 42 lbs!
From Lyns on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 16:15:55 from 75.162.104.51
gInA -- va va voom! and a dancer no less.. i like it...
From Merri on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 16:16:52 from 207.88.76.69
good story good story
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 17:12:05 from 90.201.147.206
Nice story :-)
From anji on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 17:59:45 from 74.211.23.124
that is awesome Burt. And way to go on the biggest loser thing too! My husband recently did the same thing (except without Gina!) and lost 90+ lbs and is back running 42 miles a week. Yeah for Biggest Loser!!
From Brent on Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 19:07:29 from 66.7.127.219
Burt - now your a real runner, you have motivation, now running is a passion! When is that 1/2 marathon PR going to fall?
It is not impressive losing the weight, it is impressive keeping it off, great work, life time ahead of chasing that passion.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Kelli on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 00:25:41 from 71.219.89.21
It's been a while since I've had some sub 8's. I've been taking it so easy because of the rising temps, and I want to up my mileage. I think I'll do a fast 3 miles tomorrow and ride my bike to work.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 08:04:52 from 78.32.130.9
Keep up the mileage base work its great for you, then you can build the fast work in, if you do 3 fast miles, try do 1 mile before slow and 1 mile after slow, this helps allot!
But great work in the temps RESPECT :-)
From Burt on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 12:18:20 from 68.76.197.194
Sorry Sam. The idea today was to get up at the same time, only run a short run, and be able to get to work on time by riding my bike. I do need to start getting up earlier.
From anji on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 16:52:09 from 74.211.23.124
nice pace!
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Jul 08, 2009 at 15:13:20 from 155.100.160.248
Way to get some quick miles in!
Tue, Jul 07, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Two words to describe today's run: Yuh key! I've narrowed down the possibilities for the yuckiness to three reasons. 1) Last night my wife made me a delicious reese's peanut butter shake. So good. But it was still around this morning. 2) I did not purge myself of the yumminess. 3) As soon as I opened my bedroom door this morning I was greeted to a houseful of greasy smoke. My daughters decided to surprise everyone by cooking breakfast. Apparently they didn't know that you don't need to cook bacon in oil. The scent alone sent my cholesterol levels through the roof. So.
Time - 23:09 (avg. pace 7:43)
Splits -
1 mile - 7:31 - trying to run through the lingering affects of the bacony lungs. Focusing on shorter strides and faster turn-over rate.
2 mile - 7:41 - about half way into it I feel some pressure in my bowels.
3 mile - 7:57 - This mile is almost always faster than my second mile, but not today. I felt like I might enter puke zone or worse if I sped up.
From Mike Warren on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 12:19:33 from 207.50.149.221
A 7:43 pace sounds pretty good to me. Not nearly as good as the Reese's though. When it comes to sweets, I am weak!
From JohnnyV on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 12:31:40 from 204.124.13.151
Great Pace, especially if you were nearing the puke zone. That usually slows me down.
From auntieem on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 12:34:37 from 67.182.145.8
Those seem like fast splits to me! And a bike ride as well.
I love bacon.
From Burt on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 13:00:46 from 68.76.197.194
Mike - I think I'll go for a Nestle Crunch Shake tonight.
Johnny - The puke zone was at a slower pace just for today. It should be in the sub 7's.
Auntie Em - I just threw up a little in my mouth.
From Eric Day on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 13:31:31 from 189.192.223.0
Just puked reading your blog...too descriptive for me...
From Merri on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 13:36:07 from 207.88.76.69
That's a pretty sweet pace for high cholesterol. :)
From Burt on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 13:51:49 from 68.76.197.194
Eric - Yes! Misery loves company.
Merri - You should see my blood pressure. I used to love to go stick my arm in the machines at WalMart and walk away so that the next person would see how unhealthy I was.
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 16:13:14 from 67.42.27.114
I almost stopped reading when you said "last night my wife . . "
From Burt on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 16:31:52 from 68.76.197.194
Yeah Paul. Reese's is code word for something else.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 17:20:30 from 90.201.147.82
Burt thats great training well done, puke zone loving it, now your a real runner, next step is to actually puke LOL Bacon urggghhhhh not often I can eat Bacon anymore especially with this high mileage I would puke at the smell :-)
From anji on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 19:06:31 from 74.211.23.124
suddenly im in the mood for a blizzard at DQ!
From Merri on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 22:04:31 from 207.88.76.69
have your daughters keep making breakfast until they make kevin bacon.
From auntieem on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 22:10:42 from 67.182.145.8
You've ruined bacon for me, even Kevin.
From Burt on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 23:41:13 from 98.167.151.26
Anji - now you're talking. Nothing wrong with that while training for a marathon.
Merri - good one.
Auntie Em - I really do like bacon. It just might be a while before I eat it again.
From Kelli on Tue, Jul 07, 2009 at 23:43:57 from 71.219.89.21
Awesome workouts today! Sorry about the grease, that smell may last for a while!
From Britta on Wed, Jul 08, 2009 at 17:31:54 from 72.130.108.181
Cooking the bacon in oil is soooo funny!!! Deep fried Bacon anyone?
From Burt on Wed, Jul 08, 2009 at 17:35:57 from 68.76.197.194
At least they didn't burn the house down. We can't get mad at them even though they cooked it all at 5 in the morning, and didn't want to wake us up, so it sat out getting cold for a couple of hours.
Wed, Jul 08, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I couldn't get up this morning, so I ran tonight. There was a cool lightning storm for my viewing pleasure.
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 04:52:08 from 78.32.130.9
Lightening was this when you ran! excellent splits and avg pace spot on temp bit high, come to england and youll be speedy like lightening LOL
From Leandra on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 12:10:05 from 70.56.109.202
fast man
Thu, Jul 09, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
AM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.5 miles
Time - 1:05:21
Avg. Speed - 16.1 mph
Max Speed - 21.2 mph
Temp - 88
Enjoyable ride today. Probably because I didn't work up a sweat beforehand going on a run. Hopefully I'll get a run in tonight again.
PM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.67 miles
Time - 1:05:15
Avg Speed - 16.2 mph
Max Speed - 23.3 mph
Temp - 106
I had a charlie horse in my lower right calf all the way home.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Lily on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 16:40:54 from 67.104.1.127
I love bike rides in the morning.
From Eric Day on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 17:38:02 from 189.192.41.85
So now its biking instead of running?
From Merri on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 18:15:31 from 67.104.0.92
He's trying to be a biker babe.
From Eric Day on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 18:21:38 from 189.192.41.85
Lost cause then...
From Burt on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 18:30:36 from 68.76.197.194
Now hold up there. I've run everyday this week except Sunday. And today's not over.
What the heck is a biker babe? If you're referring to those guys that wear the tight shorts and slick shirts, that's not me. I wear my kakis and red collared work shirt. I need someone to take a picture of me so I can see how dorky I look.
From Eric Day on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 18:35:27 from 189.192.41.85
ha ha ha !!!
From Brent on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 at 19:52:32 from 168.178.30.75
Burt - tight shorts are the bomb. Ride 60 or 70 minutes, you won't care about being the biker babe.
Stay Kool, nice cross training, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 11:59:18 from 68.76.197.194
I have my skin tight shorts, but I've only worn them twice. I am not the bomb.
Fri, Jul 10, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Yesterday I saw two prairie dogs on the way to work and four on the way home. I decided to make a game out of counting how many I saw today.
AM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.48 miles
Time - 1:04:32
Avg. Speed - 16.2 mph
Max Speed - 20.8 mph
Temp - 89
Prairie Dogs - 37
PM Bike Ride
Distance - 17.48 miles
Time - 1:05:21
Avg. Speed - 16.0 mph
Max Speed - 23.7 mph
Temp - 109
Prairie Dogs - 3
Whenever I get to work I fill up my water bottle and freeze it. Yesterday it was 106 when I left and there was just a tiny sliver of ice left. Today, nothing. Still cold though.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Jason McK on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 12:06:23 from 63.255.173.99
That's a lot of dogs!
From Burt on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 12:18:53 from 68.76.197.194
I know! One of these days Ellsworth Road is just gonna become a huge sink hole.
From Bonnie on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 12:34:18 from 75.164.107.85
Wow. We don't have any prairie dogs down here -- lots of ground squirrels but the only prairie dogs I have seen are at the desert museum. That is cool that you have so many, do they have little Buddha bellies or are the ones at the desert museum just fat? I wouldn't give up our 5-6 degrees down here for them either, despite their coolness. What are the closest mountains to you? Pinetop? You might want to head up there this weekend, youch it is going to be hot.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 13:07:28 from 67.42.27.114
Next gruesome challenge -- run over one.
From Burt on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 13:22:11 from 68.76.197.194
Bonnie - don't get all technical on me. I don't know the difference between a ground squirrel and a prairie dog. Hmpphh! We are going camping next weekend.
Paul - I didn't count the dead ones. Looks like someone already took you up on the gruesome challenge.
From Mike Warren on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 14:45:08 from 207.50.149.221
They sure make a mess out of golf courses. You should see the Cedar course, they are protected so you can't touch them. I know Burt, your not a golf fan anyway. Were still going for a round one of these days! Hey, are you running SGM this year?
From Burt on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 15:12:22 from 68.76.197.194
I didn't make the cut on SGM. I guess I'm not good enough. I'll be there the year after next when I don't make it again.
From Brent on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 16:21:19 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, Samantha Smiles, praire dog road kill for dinner? Biking shorts are still the bomb, you will having those foxes chasing you in those shorts. Burt, you are easily entertained, counting rodents? Does your avg. speed going home count stopping? Nice ride.
Stay Kool, Take a Calculator - easier to count, B of BS Rools out
From Rhett on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 16:55:59 from 216.67.211.71
Just don't crash while paying attention to all those prairie dogs.
From Burt on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 17:00:24 from 68.76.197.194
Brent - I've never seen so many. It was an infestation. Yes, my average speed takes into account all the stop lights.
Rhett - I think it made the time go by much quicker. I usually watch just a few feet out in front of me because I try to miss every little rock, piece of glass, leaf, etc.
From argentinerocket on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 23:13:29 from 98.204.54.245
I should do the same here in DC... but with homeless guys... ok that sounded funnier in my head and now it just sounds sad... Alright forget it...
Prarie dogs, yay!
From Burt on Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 00:41:40 from 98.167.151.26
Try and see how many you can run over with your bike Rocket.
From rattletrap on Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 01:16:29 from 24.19.93.139
I used to count gas stations on my bike commute. I always get such a good feeling in my wallet whenever I pedal past one.
From RAD on Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 14:54:06 from 67.166.99.8
lol!! I read 'prairie dogs' before I read what you were doing and assumed that with your humor you were just needing to hit the bathroom REALLY quick! hahahaha...I can't stop laughing about it!
Nice ride BTW...that's too hot for me to do anything but sleep!!
From RivertonPaul on Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 15:00:52 from 75.169.10.180
RAD, if that were the case, 37 prairie dogs would be quite the feat.
From Burt on Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 15:29:20 from 98.167.151.26
Oh RAD. Only you would think about that. And of course Walter on my FaceBook. 37 while on a bike...that could be close to a world record. It would be like - don't hit a bump, don't hit a bump...
From Leandra on Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 22:21:52 from 76.27.81.221
Prarie Doggin it. I know somebody already made this joke, but I thought of it before I read any comments so I'm still posting it. :)
From rattletrap on Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 22:47:49 from 70.192.97.86
Burt's last profile pic looked kind of like he was prairie doggin' it :)
Rat Race, what a great movie :)
From ChrisM on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 06:37:06 from 130.88.123.4
I keep hearing the theme tune to Little House on the Prairie!
From Burt on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 12:27:16 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks RT. That's the look I was going for. Hey Chris. Earlier today I saw that you and Sam were the leaders on the mileage board. The British Invasion!
From ChrisM on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 14:34:23 from 217.42.248.247
Sam's back up on top of the board again, but I've been knocked off - booo hooo :(
From argentinerocket on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 15:24:16 from 74.9.147.114
Not again, not the British!!!
From argentinerocket on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 09:28:08 from 74.9.147.114
I guess nobody thought my joke about the British invation was funny... I thought it was funny...
From Burt on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 12:47:58 from 68.76.197.194
It's perfectly acceptable to besmirch another nation as long as it's in good taste and as long as they are better than you in at least something. Let's see, what is England better at than the USA? Well, they recently whooped us up in the Ultimate Fighter. But then Dan Henderson destroyed Michael Bisping in their grudge match. Am I the only blogger that enjoys Mixed Martial Arts?
From Burt on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 12:53:36 from 68.76.197.194
BTW - I'm 99% positive I hit a prairie dog in my truck coming home yesterday.
Mon, Jul 13, 2009
Total Distance
5.55
Buddy I'm still alive, and I'm here to remind you, of the mess you left since you went away, it's not fair to something something, of the cross I bear something else, giddyup giddyup, you ought to know. That's the crummy song I had stuck in my head his morning. And it was pretty much that same part over and over. Now I was thinking how much I miss Montelepsy and Kungfublonde, and I know how much KFB loves Alannis, so that may be the reason.
From Eric Day on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 12:19:18 from 200.52.205.138
Ahhh ! Some running ! Good for you. Still doing great splits ...
Its frustrating when you have a song stuck in your head, maybe the first 5 min its ok, but then its awful.
Have a great day.
From Burt on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 12:22:55 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Eric. I totally expected I would get some running in Saturday, but it's so dang hot. Sucks the energy right out of me.
From Burt on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 12:23:28 from 68.76.197.194
105 miles on the bicycle for the week is not bad though.
From Eric Day on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 12:31:05 from 200.52.205.138
Agreed, good mileage on the bike. Totally !
Still, you should put in short runs in the heat to get your body accustomed to it, just an idea. =)
From Burt on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 12:35:41 from 68.76.197.194
You're right. I'll do better.
From Merri on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 13:32:07 from 67.104.0.92
I want you to know, that I'm happy for you
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 14:18:25 from 90.201.147.237
great running splits well done in the heat
Respect DUDE!
wow over 100 miles on the bike wowsers, thats pretty cool too!
I know of a conversion for running in the heat somewhere on the internet I shall go look soon :)
From Brent on Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 19:40:13 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, two somethings add up to something. Nice run, yea, you wife would have fun with the team Tri. Better to sing songs where you miss the words than little house on the something something.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From ChrisM on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 07:30:22 from 130.88.123.4
Good work - running in the heat is tough!
Great cycling too
You would surely be top of the cycling mileage board if there was one
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 09:44:32 from 68.102.144.140
Wow you do great in the heat!
From Leandra on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 12:06:34 from 71.213.103.83
I'll tell you what song is stuck in my head- Annie are you okay, you okay annie?
Nice miles today and you've been hit by a smooth criminal.
From auntieem on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 12:12:03 from 67.182.145.8
I think the running in the heat thing is that for every 5 degrees over 70, you go 30 seconds per mile slower. Its total BS, though, or I would have busted 56 minutes in Saturday's 7 miler.
Tue, Jul 14, 2009
Total Distance
5.34
No songs in my head this morning, thank goodness. I set my alarm to get up at 4am this morning, but I wasn't about to drag myself out of bed on 3 hours of sleep. We've decided to do monthly interviews starting yesterday evening with my kids. Surprisingly the kids really got into them, especially the younger ones. So I didn't get to bed until 11:30pm. I flipped between Jesse James is a Dead Man, Charm School, and Sports Center until midnight. Then the baby kept me up until 1am. I think she's starting to get sick. This is how it usually starts.
From Mike Warren on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 13:01:33 from 207.50.149.221
It made me tired reading your blog, lol. Great dedication getting out anyway. Hey, also looks like your weight is coming down?
From Burt on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 13:08:16 from 68.76.197.194
Hey Mike. I read your blog this morning, but didn't comment on it. My wieght has been up and down lately. I think it would really start to drop if I had just a bit more consistency in my running. I don't know I was down 2 lbs this morning after the brownie a la mode last night.
Burt, Didn't know you had a baby. How old is he/she? I've got an 8 month old girl and fortunately she sleeps very well these days.
Good mile splits on very little rest and dealing with heat! We look at 89 degrees a few times a year is all.
From Burt on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 13:38:54 from 68.76.197.194
She's not really a baby. She's 2 and a half, but she has Down Syndrome and is about the size of a 15 month old. As far as the heat goes, that's about the low. I think it got up to 113 yesterday!
From Leandra on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 13:41:12 from 71.213.103.83
Charm School, eh? What about Daisy of Love?
From Burt on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 13:44:00 from 68.76.197.194
Is that over yet? Who won? Sinister? I was hoping for 12 pack. Oh my gosh, Daisy is so blech!
From Brent on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 21:37:07 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, sleep running, how did you find your way back home? Nice pace, Dream a little dream.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Kelli on Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 23:20:59 from 71.219.89.21
4 am??? I do not like 4 am! Good job getting the run in anyway.
Wed, Jul 15, 2009
Total Distance
5.33
I think I was running some fat miles as Sasha explains on the Discussion Forum. I say that because I was running slow, but it still took some effort. And I weighed in before my run at 202. 196 after.
From Bonnie on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 12:28:44 from 75.164.35.228
Your FAT miles are still almost :30/mile faster than most of my miles Burt.
Wasn't it nice this morning? was it overcast up there too?
I can't wait to feel the cool mornings of Flagstaff!!! YIPPPEE.
From Burt on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 12:37:50 from 68.76.197.194
It was nice and overcast this morning. However, it was still the exact same temperature. Whatchyou going to Flagstaff for?
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 14:08:31 from 66.60.123.63
Those sound more like skinny miles to me.
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 17:51:45 from 90.195.99.213
Yeah I agree with Steve, well done on your skinny run :) hey burt check out me on mileage board
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 20:57:42 from 68.102.144.140
Nice run Burt!
From Brent on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 21:17:33 from 76.8.201.223
Burt - Fatty Miles, sounds like a real runner name or a cartoon character. Fatty Miles is one fast blubber belly.
What is your goal weight? I am surprised you can run that fast at 200 lbs? Tells me you have very good leg strength. When Fatty Miles becomes the good running twin, Skinny Miles - look out.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 21:22:07 from 98.167.151.26
Sam - I'm at 90th place on the mileage board. So there!
Brent - I should get down to at least 180. That would shave some seconds off my marathon time.
From Brent on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 21:25:00 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, seconds, hum bug - had a running coach that claiming every 1 percent of body fat lost improves marathon time by 1 minute. Don't know where she got this from. But, you could easily be 10 to 30 minutes faster in a marathon.
Stay Kool, Eat Watermelon, B of BS Rools out
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 05:13:12 from 78.32.130.9
Brent, I have heard this, but not sure myself, if so I need to lose more fat ahhhhhh
Burt, DUDE! whats with the top miler on the mileage board, not being funny but counting lengths in a pool as miles so not fair pout pout LOL :)
From ChrisM on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 05:21:53 from 130.88.123.4
Just when us Brits are doing so well at being top of the mileage board you have to start cheating! :) :) No fair! :)
From Burt on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 12:11:09 from 68.76.197.194
I should send her the link when Cheston got like 80 comments because he was logging his bike miles as running miles.
Thu, Jul 16, 2009
Total Distance
3.10
I did a tempo run this morning. At least, that's what I think it was. I'm not too sure on all these fancy workout names. I did one mile easy, then one mile as hard as I could, then another 1.1 easy.
From Eric Day on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 12:18:02 from 189.192.53.64
I think I'll call you flash now. You are too fast for me. 6:35? wow. Great workout!
From Burt on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 12:31:26 from 68.76.197.194
With the tiny shorts I had to wear this morning, that may be more appropriate than you know.
What? Did somebody say something?
From Nevels on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 12:38:43 from 131.204.15.93
I have shorts like that, but usually people don't call (or is it accuse...?) me flash until I start stretching...
From Eric Day on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 12:47:17 from 189.192.53.64
ha ha ha! You wish!
From Burt on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 12:53:06 from 68.76.197.194
Like that Jack in the Box smoothie commercial. LOL!
From Metcalf Running on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 12:57:49 from 207.225.192.66
I had to google that commercial... OMGosh that is funny!!!
You are getting crazy fast!
From Mike Warren on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 15:43:03 from 207.50.149.221
A Clydesdale with some serious gitty up! Pretty sweet, I know the pain of running around that 200 lb mark. Very nice job.
From RivertonPaul on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 16:44:34 from 67.42.27.114
Speedy.
From marion on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 19:47:41 from 71.213.106.139
Nice run :) I am lost with the fancy work out names too. Nice speed :)
From montelepsy on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 02:08:04 from 64.203.113.50
I bet if you used Nair you would have shaved a few miliseconds off mile 2.
From Burt on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 02:39:58 from 98.167.151.26
Mike, you always say the darnedest things.
Oh how I've missed you.
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 10:06:09 from 90.195.99.213
Burt great tempo running, excellent, well its actually an interval really as you were going as fast as possible, were as tempo is in the just out of comfort range LOL
(Actually :)
Mike we all missed your crazy posts and that is one funny post LOL
From Steve Piccolo on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 10:53:21 from 155.100.236.52
Nice mile, Burt!
From Merri on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 11:01:25 from 67.104.0.92
I know don't you hate the fancy running terms? tempo, fartleks, fat miles, threshold, flatulence...
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 12:26:18 from 68.102.144.140
Nice 6:35 mile! I personally have a hard time saying "fartlek" with a straight face...
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 12:48:42 from 67.42.27.114
Good stuff, Mike.
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 17:42:18 from 90.201.147.157
hahaha, fartlek, one of my favourite running sessions, sorry for seeming arrogant! It was in jest :-O
but its good to give a running session a term like boinking ! !!
From sam Dean-Howard on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 12:36:02 from 90.201.147.157
Burt Have you run today or raced?????? Victoria said she was supporting you today on facebook ??
From Burt on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 13:29:25 from 98.167.151.26
Sam - I didn't decide to race until Thursday night. That's why I didn't say anything. And I wasn't really training for a 5k, so it wasn't a PR. The reports coming. Just have patience.
Sat, Jul 18, 2009
Race:
2009 ARR Summer Series #4 - 5k (3.1 Miles) 00:22:49, Place overall: 202, Place in age division: 22
Total Distance
4.50
Thursday's workout was designed specifically to determine whether or not I would run in the Arizona Road Racers Summer Series #4. I did the first race with James W. I might have done the entire series, but they have 2 of the 5 races on Sunday. I like to avoid running on Sundays. Bad things happen. Back to Thursday. Since I hadn't been training for speed lately due to the increasing temperatures, I wasn't sure how I would do. Thursday I ran a mile in 6:35. Before my last 5k I ran a 6:26. I knew I was a touch slower, but decided to run anyway.
I forgot my Garmin today so I'll just post a bunch of pictures instead of giving a mile by mile breakdown. Who doesn't love pictures?
Wait wasn't too bad. Immediately afterwards I took the high ground and did a 1.4 mile warm-up.
After my warm-up I stretched out. I had about 4 minutes before the start of the race. By this time the chute was full of runners. I started out in the back and it took me about 2 minutes before I crossed the starting line.
Because I started so far back, I was passing people the whole race. I got passed a couple of times. It wasn't long and I knew I wouldn't be PR-ing. Too hot.
Down the stretch I was able to pass a bunch of runners. Enjoy these action shots in Tempe's beautiful Kiwanis Park.
At one point in the race there was a gentlemen on a bicycle coming down the path. I was ready to clothesline him. "Can't you see there's a race going on old man??" It turns out he was the race official making sure people stayed to the right. The pack of lead runners was right behind him. Man, they were fast. (I look so dorky when I run.)
Staying wide to the right to avoid the puddle of water. My wife said she saw someone biff it.
Sweat levels 10 - Captain Insano. I could use the services of an experienced waterboy.
(Notice the can of soda I nicked in my pocket.) After the race I saw an old high school friend of mine. Even though we ran cross country together, I never expected to see him at a race. I wasn't sure it was him at first, so I yelled "Somar!" and looked away. He kind of paused. Then I said, "Mike Somar!" and did a 180. Now he stopped, and I turned around so he could see me. He was like, "I know you from somewhere. I recognize your eyes." He probably didn't know it was me because I was too cool to wear my glasses in high school. It was good to catch up with him, and we've already added each other as FaceBook friends. The End.
From ChrisM on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 14:00:44 from 217.42.248.247
Pictures are cool!
Good work on doing the race and getting training when it is so hot. When it was hot in the UK couple of weeks back I was really struggling so much respect!
From Snoqualmie on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 14:06:15 from 67.171.56.164
Pretty green for a desert! Was the whole course like that? Congratulations on your race, Burt. Love the pix! (Only a bunch of runners could possibly love your porta-potty-sans-line photos! lol)
From Eric Day on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 14:14:52 from 189.192.173.39
I hope you pushed out of the race the bandit (guy with white shirt) in front of you...anyways, good race, good time.
From Burt on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 14:31:15 from 98.167.151.26
4 comments already? I wasn't even done yet! Thanks guys.
From Eric Day on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 14:36:46 from 189.192.173.39
Darn, I have to read more?
From Burt on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 14:41:37 from 98.167.151.26
Chris - It's only just begun down here.
Sno - the race was all the way around the park. There was even a man-made lake. In previous years they've had the course up by the canal. They said they changed it because of how uncomfortable it is to run next to it. That's where I did my warm-up. There were plenty of gnats out.
Eric - nice catch. Actually, a lot of runners that sign in this series opt to buy their own timing chip. So a lot of people weren't even wearing their numbers because of the chip timing.
Sno 2, I mean Jeff - Thanks. Hopefully I wasn't holding back too much during the race. I knew I was far enough back that there would be no one at that point that could pass me.
From JD on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 14:51:43 from 64.65.159.206
You and I have the exact same eye glasses.
From Burt on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 15:12:27 from 98.167.151.26
Eric - you GET to read more.
JD - I always knew you were a cool dude.
From sam Dean-Howard on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 15:26:37 from 90.201.147.157
Burt- patience isnt a virtue I have LOL great pictures, so glad you enjoyed it and it can be used as a speed workout cool!
Way to go meeting an old school friend :)
I love the pics of the porta loo's LOL you wanna see the queues at marathons I may be tempted to take a piccy now hehehe
From RivertonPaul on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 15:29:25 from 75.169.18.3
Well done! Be sure to run good tangents in the next race to save you a couple of seconds. :) Cool pics.
From Burt on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 16:06:06 from 98.167.151.26
Sam - take the piccy while your outside of the loo.
Paul - tangents were impossible to run. It was kind of frustrating. Wish I'd been able to start closer to the front.
From Mat on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 17:45:05 from 67.173.209.146
Great job Burt!! You seen to have a long history of running. Keep it up!!
From Sasha Pachev on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 19:11:44 from 192.168.1.1
See if James W would pace you to a sub-22:00 5 K on the track in a time trial on a cooler morning in the next month or so. I think you have it in you.
From Burt on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 19:38:50 from 98.167.151.26
Mat - thanks. I like the picture you posted. I hope that wierdo tattoo guy isn't you. LOL.
Sasha - that would be awesome. Unfortunately, I think James is on injured reserves right now. What would that be, 12 and a half laps around a high school track?
From Teena on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 19:41:26 from 67.177.20.13
EXCELLENT job on the race and LOVE the pics!!!
And, of course, outstanding job on the "sweat levels."
Have a great weekend!!!
From Sasha Pachev on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 20:58:19 from 192.168.1.1
Burt, yes, 12.5 laps. 22:00 is a little bit faster than 1:46 a lap. So if you go for 1:45 per lap you'll get it. 1:45 - 3:30 - 5:15 - 7:00 - 8:45 - 10:30 - 12:15 - 14:00 - 15:45 - 17:30 - 19:15 - 21:00 - 21:52.5.
From allie on Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 21:10:02 from 208.110.151.113
great report, burt. i love the pictures, it really brings the race to life. :) nice job on your race.
From beef on Sun, Jul 19, 2009 at 11:07:14 from 71.197.80.72
Despite the heat it looks like a beautiful day - nice pictures! Gotta love palm trees and porta potties.
From Huans32 on Sun, Jul 19, 2009 at 11:45:29 from 24.2.68.35
Awesome job. To bad about the garmin and your paces. Looks like a great run even if it was hot. Great report and pics.
From Burt on Sun, Jul 19, 2009 at 13:25:03 from 98.167.151.26
Teena and Allie - I'm glad you enjoyed the pics. It's pretty much a gimmick to get people to visit my blog.
Beef - Palm Trees and Porta Potties. That could be the name of a country western song. Or maybe a beloved children's book.
Mark - I got about 3 miles away from home when I remembered. I hate turning around so I just said, "Forget it. I guess today I won't be a slave to the electronic pace master."
From auntieem on Sun, Jul 19, 2009 at 14:26:00 from 67.182.145.8
Looks like a beautiful race to me. I love heat and palm trees. You don't look like a dork when you run, you look like a runner. Nice race. Nice photos.
From RAD on Sun, Jul 19, 2009 at 20:47:00 from 67.166.99.8
Nice race Burt! That heat can get brutal, and you did an awesome job! Glad you got to leave that pesky pace master at home, sometimes it's liberating! :)
From Merri on Sun, Jul 19, 2009 at 23:45:00 from 67.104.0.92
love the pics, nice race!!!
From Lily on Sun, Jul 19, 2009 at 23:45:03 from 67.104.1.127
Right arm dude. Oh man, I can't imagine having to run in the Arizona heat! Yuck!
From Steve Piccolo on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 01:01:44 from 75.175.137.52
Great job doing the race and being GQ! I don't remember you mentioning your time. Surely it was to avoid people asking for your autograph.
From Leandra on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 12:03:26 from 70.56.108.17
Oh the pics are the best, who needs mile by mile the pics explain everything! Still trying to figure out how to do that... Someday. Great race! Seriously I'm impressed at any running you can do in that kind of heat. In the mornings here its in the 70's and I'm passing out by the end of it. Great job!
From argentinerocket on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 14:30:56 from 74.9.147.114
Nice job Burt! We all look dorky when we run. Well, maybe you look a bit dorkier than everyone else, but what can you do? :) Congrats on a great race!
From Twinkies on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 16:55:19 from 63.241.173.64
A late congratulations on your race. The pics are great, especially the ones with the shadow of your photographer.
From James W on Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 17:40:36 from 12.151.72.1
Great job at the race, Burt. Kiwanis Park is a nice place to run. I did the NIN southwest region race there last year (citizens race) and got to meet the Black Cactus. I have officially started up again, so I think once the weather cools off some again, maybe I will take Sasha up on that challenge to pace you to a sub-22:00 5K on the track. Yup, 12 1/2 laps is right. We'll see how the foot holds up now that I have officially started up again.
From Burt on Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 19:08:57 from 68.76.197.194
Auntie Em - thanks for saying I'm not a dork.
RAD - I hoped it would be liberating, but I really missed it and started crying like Bob when the two brothers separated for the first ever time in Strange Brew.
From Leandra on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 11:59:46 from 70.56.108.17
Nice pace! I haven't even seen your race report- going there now.
From Eric Day on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 12:00:57 from 189.192.20.125
Mine are usually sore after a race, I guess we move race-only-muscles during the races...
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 13:04:02 from 90.201.147.157
Well done Burt, yes everyone is sore after a race otherwise you aint raced fast enough LOL
From Merri on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 13:38:50 from 67.104.0.92
89 degrees bleh
From Lily on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 15:37:16 from 67.104.1.127
To hot! Seriously don't know how you run when it's that hot. Brave brave man you.
From Colby Park on Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 19:55:56 from 98.88.71.167
Nice job Burt, keep it up man. Those mile splits look good!
From Lysa on Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 09:49:30 from 76.23.52.240
Those are great splits in my book!
From Andrew_Boston_2010 on Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 10:20:23 from 170.49.217.216
Hey Burt,
Just wanted to say thanks very much for the note you left me a while back - I truly appreciate the support and encouragement. I'm excited to have discovered this website and online running community. I think it will be a tremendous help for me in working towards my goal of Boston 2010. Thanks again!
From Burt on Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 11:55:07 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks everyone. We had a wicked monsoon last night. Blew over a lot of trees. It even blew those irrigation wheels up into the electric lines, so they had to close down Queen Creek Road. Anyway, it's a lot cooler today, but oh so muggy.
Andrew, how's the non-smoking going? Maybe Eric Day can give you some pointers.
From Brent on Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 22:47:12 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, are you a lakers fan? Read your race report, nice race in the heat, the PR will soon be yours. No Dorky in that race time.
Stay Kool, Dorky Is as Dorky Does, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 00:09:51 from 98.167.151.26
Brent, why would you ask that? Go here to see how I feel about the Lakers : http://kelli.fastrunningblog.com/blog--7-miles-avg-pace-8-00Finally-ran-at-4-/04-28-2009.html
From Brent on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 08:06:29 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, it was a joke, read your comments on K-Power blog. I am a lakers hater also.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From ChrisM on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 08:43:28 from 130.88.123.4
After much thought I have a solution to the heat/sweat problem:
Treadmill + Walk-in freezer
I think I stand to make millions of pounds out of this fine idea. Or not... :)
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 11:56:31 from 90.201.147.157
Chris thats funny, hahaha, maybe I will transport my TM to my work LOL LOL LOL sorry I have a terrible dry sense of humour LOL chuckle chuckle
Wed, Jul 22, 2009
Total Distance
7.55
I was running late today, so I'm finally blogging for real. I didn't get to work until 9:30am because I had to take my boy to his comedy class at Jester'z. The other reason it took me so long to blog is because I saw a dead lizard lying on its back on my run. I figured it was a bad omen that maybe Eric Day would die today. I didn't want to say anything in case it really happened. I could never live with myself.
It was a little cooler today because of the monsoons. At about mile 4.9 the sun peeked out from behind the clouds. I thought to myself, "These last 2.6 miles are going to stink." But after a couple 100 yards it slipped back again. Then with a mile to go it reared its shiny face again, this time as I was running directly into it. The coolest part of the run was when I crossed Queen Creek Wash. I saw this big ol' squirrel scurry across a path. Then as if tagged in by the squirrel, a bunny rabbit hopped the other way. Right on cue after the rabbit a family of quail followed the path of the squirrel.
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 13:47:56 from 207.225.192.66
Slowed it down a bit today? You are still pretty speedy.
From Mike Warren on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 16:23:45 from 207.50.149.221
Legs must be feeling a little better? Nice miles!
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 17:31:58 from 90.195.99.101
non descriptive you ok? well done running :)
From auntieem on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 18:30:41 from 67.182.145.8
Love the detail.
From Burt on Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 23:22:32 from 98.167.151.26
Lori - Yeah. I don't like to push myself in the heat.
Mike - The day off did me a lot of good.
Sam - I'm ok. Just didn't have time to blog today. It's updated now. :)
Auntie Em - you aren't going to shut me up that easily.
From Eric Day on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 11:10:08 from 189.192.209.11
Thanks for the best wishes !
With friends like this, who needs enemy's !
From Leandra on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 12:39:22 from 67.41.190.41
ha ha so did the quail tag you? That's a great run and great pace.
From Burt on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 12:46:57 from 68.76.197.194
Sorry Eric. But I did see two smaller lizards together. So I figured you'd get killed in a car crash, but your kids would live on.
Leandra - come to think of it, I guess you could say that. Except I was up on the bridge.
From Merri on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 12:52:14 from 160.7.234.108
ha ha poor eric. glad he's ok today. :)
From montelepsy on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 15:14:08 from 64.203.113.50
You put your son in comedy lessons? You're the best dad ever!
From seeaprilrun on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 16:16:22 from 205.172.12.229
Nice pace Burt--hey you have lost some weight.
From Steve Piccolo on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 18:57:03 from 66.60.123.63
Way to run. Thx for making sure Eric Day didn't die.
From Eric Day on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 19:00:37 from 189.192.209.11
I'm too young to die. Only Master "A" yet, still lots of letters in the alphabet to go through...
From Kelli on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 16:26:19 from 71.219.89.21
First, I am glad Eric did not die. Second, comedy class??? I have never heard of that. How does that go? What do they teach?
From Burt on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 21:08:49 from 98.167.151.26
The comedy class was a one week "camp" where they taught them the secrets to improv. At the end of the week the students performed live or "improv-ed". I didn't see the entire show, but they recorded it, and we should be getting a DVD or tape. http://www.jesterzimprov.com/haha/Home.html
Sat, Jul 25, 2009
Total Distance
5.78
My family and I went up to the high country outside of Payson, AZ for our ward camp out. We had a good time. There were 10 of us; me, my wife, my 6 kids, my sister, and my dog. I slept on the hard ground inside the tent. Because I wasn't stinky enough from wearing the same clothes for two days, sweating constantly, and being around smoky campfires, I went on a run. We had everything packed up and went down to the lake. It was 5 and three quarter miles to the main road. When I left I told my wife to wait 30 minutes, then come and get me. That was around 12:30pm. Hot. As I was driving down to the lake I was scoping out the run. It was truly "down" to the lake. I was thinking, "I have to run back up all this?"
Garmin told me that I started out at an elevation of 7110. The first two miles was a 300 foot climb (2.84%.) I did it in just over 20 minutes. Not too bad methinks. The next 0.75 miles was a 180 foot climb (4.54%.) That slowed me down considerably. Apart from the hills of the first three miles, I was already sore from sleeping on the ground all night. But after that, the hills weren't as pronounced. I started feeling pretty good. I got up to 600 feet higher than than the 7110, but there were a lot of rolling hills, so the net elevation change was probably closer to 700 feet.
A couple of ladies in my ward complimented me on my genetically huge calves as they drove by. That made my day. I really expected my wife to get to me before I reached the main road, but I guess I'm too fast. I turned around to go see if I could borrow a phone from a guy parked in his jeep. But he was talking on it. Then my HPG leader drove by. I asked if I could use his. I guess my wife thought that she would catch up to me sooner, too, so she was freaking out. But she said she was almost there.
Time - 59:22 (avg. pace 10:17)
Splits -
1 mile - 9:34 - taking it nice and easy. I was worried the altitude might kill me.
2 mile - 10:47 - trying not to eat too much dust from passing cars and ATV's.
3 mile - 11:38 - the steepest portion of the run, but the sun went behind the clouds.
4 mile - 10:13 - I stopped at 3.25, GU'd it up, and drank a large portion of my Gatorade.
5 mile - 10:04 - heard some loud thunder cracks.
0.78 mile - 7:08 (9:10 avg.) - a very enjoyable run.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Brent on Sun, Jul 26, 2009 at 14:16:52 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, cute daughter - also, nice hill work with big calves. Gotta take those kudos when you can get them. The last comment I got whle running, was from a kid, gee he's old. Need to work on my calves.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From ChrisM on Sun, Jul 26, 2009 at 14:46:28 from 86.139.250.95
Great hill workout there!
That's a lovely picture there too :)
I saw an anonymous quote you might like:
Success is sweet but it usually has the smell of sweat about it
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Jul 26, 2009 at 16:50:52 from 90.201.147.177
Burt your daughter is lovely, nice training, love the calves, I have huge calves tooo LOL have to post a piccy of them
Chris love the quote coool
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 10:22:04 from 68.102.144.140
I love reading your entries you are so FUNNY and that's a lovely gal in your arms!
From Burt on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 12:05:41 from 68.76.197.194
Brent - That is too funny.
Chris - I like that quote.
Sam - be careful not to flex your calves to hard. You might break the camera.
April - Thanks. And we thinks she's lovely. She's a keeper.
From argentinerocket on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 12:28:24 from 74.9.147.114
Last time I complimented a guy on his calves he looked at me as if I was a pervert and ran away as fast as he could... so I don't compliment people any more... What's wrong with admiring God's creation, and especially when we work hard to look good, right?
From Leandra on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 11:55:37 from 67.41.189.65
that is hot hot hot
From Burt on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 12:06:47 from 68.76.197.194
Well, I'll have that song stuck in my head the rest of the day.
From Oreo on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 14:08:47 from 67.128.137.180
Nice ride... I've been tempted to venture into biker land...
From auntieem on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 15:59:41 from 67.182.145.8
Nice ride! Don't you just love bikes? I am not riding much this week because I've got a race Saturday, and am just slogging out slow miles this week - sigh. Maybe a tiny ride tomorrow.
I am imagining the prairie dogs squished - by cars. Icky thought.
From Mike Warren on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 16:32:11 from 207.50.149.221
Burt, thanks for the Clydesdale cheer! We are soul Brothers. I am actually on my way out of that division. Hoping to be in the 170's by STG. I ran Des News at exactly 200.1, fully dressed and water logged.
From Burt on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 23:19:02 from 98.167.151.26
Oreo - Biking is awesome. There's nothing like screaming down a mountain at 30+ mph.
Auntie Em - I usually see a few squished ones. Today on the way home I saw a little yellow snake that looked like it was dead. But I've never heard of a yellow snake, so I believe it must have been a toy :)
Mike - When I weigh myself (in the buff) before I go running I'm usually 200 or a few pounds over, but after the run I lose 4 to 6 lbs.
From Teena on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 23:59:14 from 67.177.20.13
Nice job on the two workouts!!!
From Lyns on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 10:27:47 from 75.162.204.173
110 degrees and you are still out there. You my friend are dedicated.
From chizelwizel on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 11:06:11 from 160.7.234.134
I have to admit I was hesitate about you commenting on my blog at first because I had NO idea who you were. For all I know you could be some crazy creepy guy running the same trail that I do. Every time I would pass a guy I would say in my head, "hello burt" in a weird accent. But now that I see you are counting prairie dogs I KNOW we are not in the same state. So I am sorry that I thought you were crazy. Good job on the biking!
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 15:00:16 from 67.42.27.114
Nice heat training.
From marion on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 15:08:09 from 71.213.106.139
Burt is CRAZY!!! Even from AZ, he is crazy ;)
Burt- do you ride a street bike? My 10 miles is SO slow on my mountain bike. :( I don't want to by a street bike for my tri. Are you training for a tri or just biking for the "coolness" of it ;)
From Burt on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 15:15:21 from 68.76.197.194
Teena - Thanks. It's really just a nice ride to work, then try to push it harder on the way home.
Lyns - We'll see how I'm doing when it gets up to 117 and beyond.
Chizel - Don't get me wrong. I am that creepy guy you see. Maybe not in person, but that's me.
Paul - Thanks. It's not that hot until I stop.
Marion - I'm trying to convince my wife to team up with me and do a tri in November. I'll have her do the swim, and I'll do the bike and run. I think she's going to do it.
From Bonnie on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 15:20:24 from 128.196.228.134
You didn't mention one Bonnie as she drove through the Queen's Creek area yesterday and waved to you (it was hot in the car too, we had to turn off the air conditioning because the car engine was threatening to overheat -- that Phoenix Valley drive does it every time!!!).
From marion on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 15:26:59 from 71.213.106.139
That will be fun for you and your wife. My husband won't do one with me, although if he did the swim, he'd rock at it. He still has some of his youthful swimmer star in him ;)
From Burt on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 15:45:24 from 68.76.197.194
Bonnie - first of all, when you see me, you don't wave. You honk. I tell everyone I expect them to honk at me. Second of all, if you really did see me and didn't stop, I'm going to be mad.
From allie on Tue, Jul 28, 2009 at 23:00:18 from 208.110.151.113
athlinks! (this is code. see if you can crack it)
From Burt on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 01:42:24 from 98.167.151.26
Allie - cracked it. You're so funny.
Wed, Jul 29, 2009
Total Distance
10.13
Today there was this nice old lady coming down the road just shuffling along. I said hi to her. Then I saw another lady in short shorts coming not too far behind her. I was going to tell her to hurry up and catch the old lady in front of her. But then I noticed that it was old lady regular. This was the first time I've actually seen her running. She had that dumbell in her left hand just pumping away. Maybe she was going to use it to smash me in the face.
From Nevels on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 12:39:26 from 131.204.15.93
You're going to do the splits for us later? Clearly you're more flexible than I've been giving you credit for...
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 12:40:23 from 207.225.192.66
WOW nice miles today!! So this old lady regular... she only has one dumbell? I wonder if she changes hands. I don't think I could run in a dumbell in my hand. Glad she didn't smash you in the face. Old ladies are crazy sometimes.
From ChrisM on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 12:44:44 from 86.142.249.140
Gotta watch out for the Crazy Old Ladies LOL!
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 12:47:14 from 67.42.27.114
Burt = (old) lady magnet :)
From Burt on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 13:30:25 from 68.76.197.194
Nevels - Ever watch the Love Guru where he kicks himself in the face? That's me.
Lori - maybe she's working her left arm for the National Arm Wrestling Championships like in Over the Top.
Chris and Paul - I'm afraid I'm going to reference another movie if I continue to respond. Oh what the heck. Remeber that old lady in Wedding Singer that would pay for her singing lessons with meatballs? That's what this old lady looks like.
From RAD on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 13:52:31 from 76.27.12.70
lol!! What a fun morning, at least for me reading your blog! I love that old lady in Wedding Singer...she always cracks me up. Nice work this morning, glad you jumped back on the running wagon with me today :)
From Mike Warren on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 13:59:43 from 207.50.149.221
Nice run Burt! Your weight is already dropping, looks like some stiff competition.
From Eric Day on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 14:14:05 from 189.192.220.77
Long run today? excellent mileage! Did you run after the old ladies?
From Burt on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 14:18:47 from 68.76.197.194
RAD - A day off is nice every now and then. I tend to take more of them than I should, though.
Mike - most of that is water weight I'm sure. But, we'll see.
Eric - Shut up! You're going to get me in trouble with my wife.
From Merri on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 15:17:12 from 160.7.234.108
nice mileage today.
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 15:46:06 from 155.100.160.248
Sweet run!
From Leandra on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 15:55:33 from 71.213.99.126
Woah, that chicken fat doesn't stand a chance next to that run! Nice mileage. What time do you have to get up to do that before it's deathly hot ?
From Burt on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 16:06:58 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Merri and Steve.
Lani - I got up at 5:30am, got out the door at 6:15, but still didn't get to work until 9am :( First day of school for the youngsters.
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 18:37:01 from 205.172.12.229
Nice run, nice pace, nice weight Burt. School started already? Wow it's not even August. Wow summer is ending fast. Geez.
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Jul 30, 2009 at 07:32:44 from 78.32.130.9
Hey Burt, old lady regular hey actually running, does she have on huge arm with that dumbell LOL
Great running, I hear ya on the sweat levels, but getting up that early ouchie!
Fri, Jul 31, 2009
Total Distance
5.61
I went a little faster today than I have been lately. There's been some construction along my route, so now there's more sidewalk. In fact, I think there's only about a quarter mile stretch without sidewalk. That had nothing to do with me running faster.
From Leandra on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 11:19:37 from 71.213.99.126
sah-weet splits.
From Burt on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 11:20:57 from 98.167.151.26
LOL!!! Look at the time you posted your comment on my blog. Then look at the time I posted my comment on your blog. You beat me by 1 second!
From Leandra on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 11:22:37 from 71.213.99.126
ha ha ha it's these great minds of ours- thinking alike. that's funny
From Brent on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 12:48:20 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, no praire dog count? Nice run, how are you doing on the Biggest Loser challenge?
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 13:00:03 from 68.76.197.194
Considering I didn't run yesterday and I finished the day off with a bowl of ice cream, I'd say not too great. But now I'm fully ready to bust some blubber.
From Metcalf Running on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 17:03:37 from 207.225.192.66
At your speed you should be busting that blubber like crazy!
From Burt on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 17:10:16 from 68.76.197.194
And at my blubberiness.
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 17:27:52 from 90.195.99.74
speedy splits non blubber man..... more like speedy gonzales WHOOOOOSH
From Teena on Sat, Aug 01, 2009 at 00:23:11 from 67.177.20.13
How do you run that fast in that kind of heat???
Nice job!
From Merri on Sun, Aug 02, 2009 at 00:08:03 from 160.7.234.108
good job burt. do the constructions workers whistle at you like they do at Leandra when she runs in construction zones?
From Burt on Sun, Aug 02, 2009 at 11:19:35 from 98.167.151.26
I've never gotten any whistles, but I know they're watching. So I wiggle my butt at them. There's also about 40 Mexican day laborers that hang out at the Circle K waiting and hoping that someone will come by with work for them. I know what they're thinking as I go by. "Ojala que tuviera un trozo de aquella carne tan masculina para desayuno con un plato de frijoles y pico de gallo."
From Brent on Sun, Aug 02, 2009 at 22:07:07 from 204.113.19.55
Burt, if you had to wiggle your butt for the construction workers, the praire dogs or the old lady, what would be your favorite? It seems you decision should be based upon the number praire dogs or construction workers, more butt wiggles to burn more calories. Anyway to shed those pounds.
Stay kool, b of Bs rools out
From auntieem on Mon, Aug 03, 2009 at 11:27:17 from 67.182.145.8
Pretty fast splits for so hot out! So if you add back the 30 seconds per mile that you lost for every five degrees over 75, thats really like 7ish kind of miles, right?
From Kelli on Mon, Aug 03, 2009 at 17:52:21 from 71.219.100.174
Hey, Burt. Nice run last week, whatcha been up to since?
From Burt on Mon, Aug 03, 2009 at 19:15:58 from 68.76.197.194
Brent - Never wiggle your butt when you're prairie doggin' it.
Em - I was running in the low 7's for my shorter runs before this heat came along. Hopefully when it cools down I'll be right back there.
Kelli - This last week has been uber-stressful. The property management company came out to inspect the house we rent and told us that we need to do a handful of things or else. So that's all I've been doing. We stayed up all night Friday and scrubbed tile grout. Then Saturday I had to do all the landscaping and Rug Doctor the carpets. I am so sore all over. Hopefully I'll get a few miles tonight. (It's 109 right now.)
From Kelli on Mon, Aug 03, 2009 at 21:34:57 from 71.219.100.174
I think all of that cleaning counts as a workout---especially scrubbing the tile grout!!!
Skip today, that is just too hot (unless you have a treadmill)!
Tue, Aug 04, 2009
Total Distance
5.00
This morning I found myself lost. Lost in my own little world. I'm usually worried about what pace I'm running or what I'm going to blog about. But this morning I kind of woke up and said, "Wow. I'm just running for running's sake." The cutest part of the morning was when I said good morning to this old Mexican lady. She replied back, "Gooth modneeng sird."
Time - 1:15:51 (I stopped and helped a lady who was having car trouble.)
Avg Speed - 13.8 mph
Max Speed - 19.9 mph (It was windy on the way to work, so hopefully it doesn't shift during the day, and it will push me home.)
So, I'm sitting there counting prairie dogs on my way to work. It was a slow day for prairie dogs (18 total.) 11..........12...........13..........snake.........SNAKE?!?!?! This crummy little snake was slithering along next to the curb. I immediately lifted my legs up to avoid being bitten. Then I realize what a little girl I'm being and seeing that it had no rattle, I try to redeem myself and go back and catch it. But it slinked into a catch basin.
Because I lost so much time when I stopped to help a lady in distress this morning, I set my Garmin to automatically stop when I stop. I also set it to record mile splits.
Splits - 3:27, 3:24, 3:23, 3:22, 3:11, 3:14, 3:35, 3:23, 3:42, 3:25, 3:16, 3:16, 3:15, 3:16, 3:23, 4:04, 3:19, 1:44 (Interesting note: my max speed occured in the same mile as my second slowest mile.)
From auntieem on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 12:13:11 from 67.182.145.8
You are speedy again today! Lost is a good thing.
From Leandra on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 12:13:21 from 71.219.43.173
speedy gonzalas.
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 12:17:37 from 207.225.192.66
I'm lost most of the time when I run! Nice speed today.
From Burt on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 13:16:17 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks ladies.
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 15:37:28 from 67.42.27.114
Nice, another old lady -- you magnet.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 17:37:50 from 90.195.99.189
I agree with Paul LOL
oh and nice run, arent you cycling too fast for the snake to bite you ??
you say hi to everyone on your runs, I just ignore everyone in the gym hahaha (you cant tell Im fed up of indoor stuff can you) :)
From Burt on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 18:29:45 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Sam. Just rub it in.
From Steve Piccolo on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 at 22:19:44 from 66.60.123.63
Nice run again. Great last mile. And way to be a good samaritan.
From auntieem on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 09:32:36 from 67.182.145.8
Wow, those pm bike miles are great, considering 108 degrees!?!
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 10:11:00 from 68.102.144.140
What were you going to do with the snake when you caught it?
From Merri on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 10:34:20 from 160.7.234.108
sure you tried to catch it...uh huh ;) you are the speedy spaniard now. you and your new girf old mexican lady...how is that going to make old lady regular feel???
From Burt on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 11:59:53 from 68.76.197.194
Steve - I don't know if I helped any. I basically ended up telling her to drive really slow and hopefully she'd reach her destination.
Em - ...and I didn't take one sip of water.
April - I hadn't thought that far ahead. First things first.
Merri - don't be jealous.
Wed, Aug 05, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I didn't feel like rolling out of bed this morning. So when I finally got up I didn't have time to go on a long run.
From auntieem on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 12:24:42 from 67.182.145.8
You didn't have time for a long run, so you did a pretty nice 5K!
From Eric Day on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 12:41:51 from 200.77.38.55
Fast dude !
From Vis on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 12:48:03 from 208.88.9.50
That's a nice pace, Burt. That 5k time is going down.
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 14:33:13 from 67.42.27.114
Nice job.
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 15:43:37 from 90.208.239.135
excellent training again Burt, you rock dude!
I couldnt roll out of bed this morning either so I just didnt do any training :(
From Britta on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 17:17:28 from 72.130.108.181
Super fast today!!! How are things going with your house?
From Lily on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 18:22:25 from 160.7.234.250
Those are nice splits
From Merri on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 18:23:58 from 160.7.234.108
too fast for me. :)
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 18:35:13 from 66.60.123.63
Good to get the legs moving at a fast pace.
From Burt on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 19:01:26 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks guys and gals. I was beginning to think I was losing some speed, so it was nice to see there's still some there.
From chizelwizel on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 22:15:08 from 160.7.234.29
oh my, I laughed so hard when you said it like that. It did sound funny huh? You know when your body swells so much and you can feel the blood pumping in your face? That is what I meant. when I got home my face was all red under my eyes, I was sure my blood was going to pop out!! LOL
From Kelli on Wed, Aug 05, 2009 at 22:27:59 from 71.219.100.174
WOW, you ran FAST though!
From ChrisM on Thu, Aug 06, 2009 at 10:23:27 from 86.140.109.33
No messing there Burt - good run!
When is your next race then Burt?
From Burt on Thu, Aug 06, 2009 at 11:07:08 from 68.76.197.194
I'm not sure Chris. Probably not until November. There's a couple of races I'd like to do around then.
From Leandra on Thu, Aug 06, 2009 at 12:37:06 from 67.41.235.172
this post is the story of my life.
Fri, Aug 07, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Last night I made some delicious creamy smooth root beer floats (Brent's gonna kill me) for me and my wife, and then I made her watch a movie with me. The name of the movie was The Memory Keeper's Daughter. I'm sure it was some Lifetime made-for-TV movie. The setting for the movie began in the early 60's in Lexington, Kentucky. A man and a wife were going to have a baby. What they didn't know is that they were having twins; one boy and one girl. The father was a bone doctor and had delivered 5 babies in medical school. It was just him and one of the nurses from the clinic he worked at delivering the babies. Because they gassed up his wife real good (remember, this was the 60's), she was kind of out of it. When the girl was born (after the boy), right away you knew something was wrong. At first we thought she was still born. That was the first time my wife started crying. But she was alive. She had Down syndrome. Because people weren't educated a lot about Down syndrome back then, and because he saw his mother's life in shambles because of his terminally ill sister, he told the nurse to take her to a "care" home, and he told his wife that she died after birth. When my wife realized what was going on she not only started crying harder, she started hitting me. (She's quite abusive. But any abuse besides emotional, I'm okay with.) So, the nurse took her to the home, but couldn't leave her there. She decided to raise her on her own and skip town. Then whenever we would see her (Phoebe, the little girl with Down syndrome) growing up, my wife would cry. Whenever the father would recieve polaroids of her, my wife would cry more. As the father regretted his decision, she cried. When she was grown up and wanted to get married, she'd cry. When my two year old with Down's walked in, she cri-ied! The point of the story is that my wife thinks I'm a jerk now, but she'll get over it.
The ride to work this morning was beautiful. It's not as hot today as it has been. I was just cruising. I wasn't even watching for prairie dogs. The I finally saw a dead one, and I began to wonder if someone had poisoned them all. So then I started watching for them and saw 5 of them.
I know I scared the crud out of some lady today. I was still cruising along when I came up to the intersection at Power and Southern. As I was going through the intersection I was riding at the same speed that this lady was driving. She looked over and saw me smiling at her through her passenger window. Her eyes got all big like, "What the...?" It was awesome.
From allie on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 12:32:14 from 208.54.15.75
wow. that sounds like quite the drama of a movie. most definitely lifetime-caliber. nice ride. and nice job being creepy to the lady in the car. LOL.
From ChrisM on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 12:55:14 from 86.139.249.152
Scary lady!
If you want a really bad film watch 'Plan 9 from Outer Space', it's so old you can watch it on google videos for free. My immediate reaction on watching it was 'OMG I have just wasted 1.5 hours of my life and I'll never get them back!" LOL!
From Leandra on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 13:06:40 from 67.41.235.172
I'm guessing the lady in the car was old? Seems like the type you're "running into" these days.
From Burt on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 13:09:47 from 68.76.197.194
Yeah, she was a bit on the older side. I wasn't going to say anything. Figured Nevels would ask for sure. So thanks.
From Merri on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 13:33:44 from 160.7.234.108
I cried within 5 minutes of Finding Nemo the first time I saw it.
From Burt on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 14:01:13 from 68.76.197.194
So did my wife.
BTW - I knew I'd be getting a text message today from my wife calling me a jerk. That would be my cue that she's read today's entry. Got it at 10:24am MST.
From Burt on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 14:07:15 from 68.76.197.194
Chris - I looked up that movie on IMDB. Looks pretty good. And it's in color...!
My wife is mad that she can't post replies to my blog anymore.
From Brent on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 14:09:39 from 66.7.127.219
Burt - no killing - burn off that those extra calories chasing cars or prairie dogs, hey? Very nice pace for a commute ride. Did the old lady think you were hitting on her? I have a theory on slow drivers, (no one be offended) Slow drivers have purple hair or no hair, slow drivers are oriental, slow drivers are smokers or smokers on a cell phone. The worst slow drivers are oriental, old, have purple hair smoking while on a cell phone.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Merri on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 14:34:34 from 160.7.234.108
I think I might have cried in Harry Potter 6 too :) But it's ok b/c Leandra was crying too.
From Burt on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 14:47:09 from 68.76.197.194
Brent - (no one get offended) The slow drivers here are snow birds and illegals. And you usually know which is which by the type of car they drive. I'll say no more.
Merri - you and your sister are babies. LOL. I told you before you watched it that Dumbledore dies and that Snape was the Half-Blood Prince.
The best was when my wife cried watching the Simpson's. She hates that show. I love it. It was the episode when Homer's mom had to leave him because she was a fugitive on the run. Of course my wife was pregnant, and it was mostlt hormones, but still.
From RAD on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 14:56:57 from 76.27.12.70
Burt, tell your wife I really like her! She sounds a lot like me :) My husband always makes fun of me for crying! Next time wink at the old lady as well, then speed off :)
From Merri on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 15:14:37 from 160.7.234.108
you know what's a tear jerker? The Waitress. sad sad sad show.
From Leandra on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 15:54:13 from 67.41.235.172
Merri also cried in Confessions of a Shopaholic- it's so touching.
From Leandra on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 15:55:07 from 67.41.235.172
Don't ever see UP. You and your wife will cry through the whole thing. Except, you should go see it because it's one of the best movies ever.
From Metcalf Running on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 16:20:12 from 207.225.192.66
I think I read that book... I cry all the time at movies... even Kodax comercials.... pretty pathetic
From Burt on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 16:25:02 from 68.76.197.194
I've seen the waitress, and I don't remember it being all that sad. Doesn't one of her friend's kick the bucket? Anyway, all I remember is that Cheryl Hines is in it. Despite the fact that she's 8 years my elder, she's a hotty.
From Burt on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 16:26:10 from 68.76.197.194
Somebody else said Up was tear jerker. Was it Kelli?
Hey Lori. I told you I'd blog about root beer floats.
From Merri on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 16:56:28 from 160.7.234.108
Burt don't you remember her abusive husband??? saddest thing I've ever seen.
From James W on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 18:06:24 from 12.151.72.1
I have to admit that I shed a tear or two watching HP 6, and I knew all along what was going to happen.
From James W on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 18:07:33 from 12.151.72.1
I have to admit that I shed a tear or two watching HP 6, and I knew all along what was going to happen! BTW, thanks for making me jealous about the creamy smooth root beer floats . . .
From Burt on Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 18:30:11 from 68.76.197.194
Merri - is that because it hits a little too close to home? Now you're husband's going to hit you because I aired his dirty laundry. Lyns and Lily, let me know if Merri has a black eye tomorrow when you go running.
James! I checked on your blog yesterday, and it looked like it'd been a few days since you blogged. Good to see you're getting some miles in. Didn't you tell me at Ragnar that you were a bit of cryer? A blubberer? I used to never cry. Then in '96 when they gave Ali his gold medals, the dam burst. Hey, speaking of Ragnar, I need to start sending out emails to see who's interested for 2010.
From Merri on Sat, Aug 08, 2009 at 14:53:13 from 160.7.234.108
I alwasy run in big dark sunglasses it's nbd. :) Hey mail me a creamy rbf too. (root beer float)
From argentinerocket on Sat, Aug 08, 2009 at 19:14:50 from 74.9.147.114
Talking about good tear jerker movies, I highly recommend "The diving bell and the butterfly". It's also a big time eye-opener (a slow movie too, so don't watch it tired).
I cry every time I talk to my happy little nephew who is back home... I wonder what would've happened to my sister if my parents hadn't adopted her... and that I wouldn't have an adorable nephew if that was the case either...
Way to scare the lady, that's hilarious!
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Aug 09, 2009 at 17:53:36 from 90.201.147.65
I prefer horror movies so o don't cry much at movies lol
way to go scaring the lady driver :-) so funny when stuff like that happens. :-)
Mon, Aug 10, 2009
Total Distance
12.00
Since I was such a slacker last week, I cranked out 12 this morning. All of my splits were pretty even, although I am 99% sure that when I passed the first mile it said 7:56. When I looked at my splits afterwards it said 8:31. Maybe Merri's right. Maybe I do smoke weed. I must get so high that I don't ever remember doing it. And who is my pusher? Maybe I'll never know. I saw some more runners out this morning and a couple of old ladies (grrrrowlll.)
From Burt on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 11:59:00 from 68.76.197.194
Dang it! I'm not even on the front page of the mileage board. I'm #1 on the 2nd page. Are you kidding me???
From Leandra on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:13:31 from 207.224.207.18
Hey thanks for the birthday shout out! And way to crank out 12 miles. Just think, the more miles you do, the more chances you have of seeing more oldies... should be a pretty good incentive for you. nice job!
From Jason McK on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:25:43 from 63.255.173.99
Burt - Sunday is the first day of the week! You won't top the boards if you don't run Sunday (me neither...)
From ChrisM on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:27:22 from 86.155.205.132
I always enjoy my Sunday mornings at the top of the mileage board, doesn't matter how far I run everyone else is asleep!
From Burt on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:31:16 from 68.76.197.194
Burt - you're so cool.
Leandra - plus by the time I'm done running, I look like and old person.
Jason - I'm banking on the assumption that 60% of the bloggers are Mormon and thus, try to keep the Sabbath Day holy. But, as I'm finding out, some of us have different definitions of the word "holy." LOL.
From Burt on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:33:22 from 68.76.197.194
Chris - that's the ticket. I'll move to England. No wait, I'll move to Russia so I'll be a few time zones ahead of you. Or I'll just keep moving east until eventually I'm a week ahead of everyone.
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:34:17 from 68.102.148.130
Way to crank out the miles. 12 miles didn't even get you front page on the mileage board! Bummer! Perhaps seeing you is the highlight of those old ladies day!
From Steve Piccolo on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:50:31 from 155.100.160.248
Way to start out the week! Nice weather.
From Burt on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:51:33 from 68.76.197.194
April - if I had run 0.04 miles more, I would have made it. :(
From Burt on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:52:51 from 68.76.197.194
Steve - Summer didn't last long this year. It started late and ended early. Or maybe this is the calm before the storm (metaphorically speaking.)
From RivertonPaul on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 12:53:23 from 67.42.27.114
Way to get back at it.
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 15:49:09 from 90.201.147.65
way to go 12 miles, great running, hey I do my long run on sundays so usually I am topping it up, but I would be happy with 2 miles a the moment.
Growwwwlll, love it, I thought the temp 76 I must be smoking weed as at first I thought another old lady hahaha LOL
From anji on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 01:01:55 from 74.211.23.124
k burt, do hugs not drugs! maybe it wasnt weed, but just a "runners high"! good job BTW!
From Merri on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 10:27:28 from 160.7.234.108
good job burt w/ the old one two miles today. :) and ps I'm always right.
From Eric Day on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 17:17:44 from 189.192.59.250
gee Burt, only 12 miles?
Great job, now if you could only do it in a consistent every day thing...
Tue, Aug 11, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
I don't think anyone poisoned the prairie dogs, nor did the snake eat them. I did not count them though because I had infiltration rates and orifice equations swimming through my head.
From Snoqualmie on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:04:21 from 24.18.192.33
I'm afraid to ask...
From auntieem on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:11:34 from 67.182.145.8
You are so lucky to have prairie dogs. I looked and looked for some on my bike ride Sunday, but didn't see a single one. Saw one black bear, but it looked very slow, even slower than me. I flashed the peace sign, just in case.
Maybe I don't even know what a prairie dog looks like.
From ChrisM on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:21:44 from 86.148.154.163
Oriface equations? LOL
From Burt on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:22:14 from 68.76.197.194
Sno - Nothing to worry about. I was just wearing my engineering hat this morning. Or should I say 'my pocket protector'? Maybe you should be worried.
Em - You are so cool. I thought about taking a picture of one today. I'll have to do it next time. Truth be known, I don't know if they are prairie dogs or ground squirrels or what. I think they're prairie dogs.
From Burt on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:26:27 from 68.76.197.194
Yes Chris. Well no, orifice equation. I don't know what an oriface equation is, and I'm not going to the Urban Dictionary to find out.
Q=CdA(2gh)^1/2
where Q = flow in m/s
Cd = coefficient of discharge
A = area of opening in square meters
g = acceleration due to gravity
h = hydraulic head
From Bonnie on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:28:20 from 75.164.103.101
Auntie is cool indeed. They are most likely ground squirrels, sorry Burt. This is what happens when I go to the Desert Museum so frequently, I know the difference between the two ;-).
I will need to look up an oriface equation, it sounds like something I might have to see if I can put on a homework this fall!
From auntieem on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:31:56 from 67.182.145.8
I looked some pictures on the internet so I'll know if I encounter one. Doesn't look like anything I've ever seen before. In the vermin department, they must be the equivalent of our geese! Which are everywhere, and deserve to be run over by cyclists, in my opinion.
From Burt on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:37:06 from 68.76.197.194
ORIFICE!! Darn you Chris! LOL!
From Mike Warren on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:41:02 from 207.50.149.221
Nice workout! With all the thinking you do, the time must really fly. Never a dull moment with Burt around!
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 12:43:05 from 68.102.148.130
orifice equation okay it's all explained now but I got a weird mental image when I read that
From Snoqualmie on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 13:21:20 from 24.18.192.33
We got to see tons of prairie dogs (and the rare albino prairie dog town) when we went to South Dakota for the Deadwood Marathon a couple of years ago. That's a great destination race if anyone is looking for such a trip. Black Hills - fantastic country.
From Nevels on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 14:46:36 from 131.204.15.93
equations...i'm against 'em...
From JD on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 14:54:02 from 64.65.159.206
Out here in the Wild West, orifice equations are a dime a dozen. You just need to know where to look for 'em.
From Nevels on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 14:56:28 from 131.204.15.93
Yeah, it seems that around here, I see people pulling equations out of orifices all the time...
From Bonnie on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 15:00:54 from 128.196.228.134
ok -- Nevels and JD (and Burt) you guys owe me a keyboard - I just sprayed herbal tea out of my nose and on to mine.
.. that is why they call it the Wild West JD - you can't swing a dead cat without hitting an orifice equation.
From Burt on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 16:22:06 from 68.76.197.194
Why is that when a keyboard goes up in flames, Nevels is always in the mix? Anyway, I think I need to be using Darcy's equation.
From Leandra on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 17:02:30 from 207.224.207.18
Orifice Equations are what I think about in my spare time too.... wait, no I don't.
From Eric Day on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 17:20:30 from 189.192.59.250
Did I miss something....?
Just because you lent us Obama for a couple of days doesn't mean you can all go crazy. By the way, we did send him back...
From Rhett on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 18:54:54 from 74.32.218.69
Glad your still out there looking for prarie dogs. I recieved your message about Ragnar. I don't think I'm a relay kind of guy, but I'll be cheering for you and your team.
From Kelli on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 20:20:26 from 71.219.82.15
Nice job on the 12 yesterday and the bike ride today! How was the temp for the biking? The heat has returned here, darn it.
Have a good week BURT.
From Merri on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 20:53:37 from 160.7.234.108
I like the name nevels. isn't there a nevels in harry potter?
From Merri on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 20:59:43 from 160.7.234.108
speaking of swimming last year we were swimming with cryptosporidium
From Brent on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 22:29:06 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, praire dog + run + food - calories = biggest loser squared? Did you have pie 22/7 for breakfast?
Stay Kool, out of round, B of BS Rools out
Dreaming equations while biking = crash and burn
From Nevels on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 22:36:28 from 131.204.15.93
Thanks, Merri.
From Burt on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 22:44:25 from 98.167.151.26
Leandra - you're jealous of my equations.
Eric - you shoulda kept him. I think he was born in Mexico anyway. Well some country other than USA.
Rhett - Thanks anyway. Now I've had two yesses and two nos. Glad you're getting a few miles in lately.
Kelli - It was 100 on the way home, but it was overcast. I think the heat is back with a vengeance. And I will have a good week. Thank you.
Merri - Neville Longbottom. And sorry about the cryptosporidium. My bad. I hope you don't have AIDS.
Brent - I believe both of your equations can be solved for mathematically and scientifically.
From James W on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 12:38:37 from 12.151.72.1
Too funny! Burt, if I am healed up and back to form, count me in as a possible yes. Gotta check with the boss as well to see if she would be okay with it.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 13:51:24 from 68.76.197.194
Right on James. I'll look forward to having you back. The bad thing is, I haven't got a lot of affirmative responses yet. What would you think about doing an ultra? Overall distances would range from 31 to 36 miles. If we put an ultra team together, I bet I can get my mother-in-law to cove half the cost.
From Kelli on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 14:03:01 from 71.219.64.200
YES----do an Ultra then we can race!!!
From Merri on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 14:53:58 from 160.7.234.108
i see how it is burt, no one invited me to be on their relay team. hmpff :)
From James W on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 14:59:35 from 12.151.72.1
Yeah, just call us "Ultra-NUTS". I'll let you know. Covering half the cost would certainly be helpful.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 15:05:26 from 68.76.197.194
Oh, Merri. I figured you were just too cool for us. Of course you're invited. You can do two extra legs if you want.
Wed, Aug 12, 2009
Total Distance
5.34
I saw a new old lady out this morning. She's of Asian decent. I saw her for the first time Monday. She won't even look at me though. But I tell her good morning nonetheless. With about a mile to go I saw a young woman coming down one of the side roads. I thought about being bad, slowing down, letting her catch up, and using the blade of grass trick on her. But I opted to be good and just out run her. Or maybe that is being bad. Just mean I guess. The point is, contrary to popular belief, I do prefer the younger woman to the older woman. (Except I prefer my wife over them all. (Somehow (I'm using triple parantheses) I don't think stating that is going to get me out of the trouble I just got in.))
The bike ride yesterday was just what I needed to get me loosened up again. Even still the first three miles felt like I was dragging. So did the last two, but I expect to be dragging at the end of my runs. Anyway, I don't think I was running as slow as I thought I was.
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 11:29:12 from 207.225.192.66
Nice run! I glad you prefer your wife over all of them... hope you are not in too much trouble LOL
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 12:03:34 from 67.42.27.114
Love the old ladies. Good job.
From auntieem on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 14:49:46 from 67.182.145.8
Those are nice splits! How old is an old lady? I always thought I'd be one when I was 50, but now that I'm here, I find that I'm not at all old. Maybe its when you stop running LOL.
From Burt on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 15:01:10 from 68.76.197.194
That's it Em. That is it. Or 70, whichever comes first. LOL!
From ChrisM on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 15:44:31 from 86.139.250.177
Nice work
I am intrigued by the blade of grass trick, how does that work?
From Rhett on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 16:47:47 from 74.32.218.69
Maybe you should try giving the old Asian lady the high five.
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 18:22:53 from 90.201.147.65
I agree with Rhett only once has someone tried to high five me when I'm running it was so funny and I was doing mile reps lol
oh I like old or young just not weirdos lol
From Brent on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 08:54:35 from 168.178.30.75
Burt - biggest loser weigh in on the 15th, let me know the good or bad news. Blade of grass trick? Now, it sounds like you have fun on the run, give runners a high five or low five, tell them "looking good" when the look beat. Hello, Hello, Hello, - Keeping the run interesting.
STay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From argentinerocket on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 15:24:06 from 74.9.147.114
I also greet people on my runs, especially on a trail where there's nobody else around, those people that just look straight ahead as if you didn't exist are so rude! How about a nod, or just a smile! A high five would be too much... yeah... I love seeing "old" men and "old" women running! There is an "old" lady I always see during my runs, she looks like maybe she had a stroke because she doesn't move one side of her body as well as the other... yet she keeps pushing and runs as much as she can, such determination makes me smile, a great motivator! So now you're counting old ladies and not prairie dogs???
From Burt on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 15:39:52 from 68.76.197.194
I did not see one prairie dog on my ride to work today. They must all be hunkering down for the storm.
From Rhett on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 16:12:40 from 74.32.218.69
Burt can and has pulled off the high 5 to a complete stranger while running. Nothing is "too much" for Burt.
Thu, Aug 13, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
It was so humid out this morning. I didn't push it at all.
From Leandra on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 12:28:31 from 71.213.98.188
Still a good pace for not pushing it.
From Eric Day on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 12:49:20 from 189.192.179.35
Ditto to what Leandra said !
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 13:35:08 from 90.201.147.65
Great pace, dont ya just hate wind on a bike, goodness its bad enough when running.... no old ladies today ?
From ChrisM on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 13:38:29 from 86.142.249.221
No sweat rating? Or was it off the chart?
From Burt on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 13:49:00 from 68.76.197.194
Leandra and Eric - thanks. You guys have faster paces than me lately.
Sam - It wasn't too bad. Just a breeze. Enough to slow me down considerably.
Chris - About a harlot in church on the run. With the breeze, about comfortably moist on the ride.
From Rhett on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 15:17:44 from 74.32.218.69
Nice run in the heat and humidity Burt. I heard you guys were getting some serious rain in the Phoenix area.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 15:19:35 from 68.76.197.194
I'm just hoping it dies down for the ride home.
From Eric Day on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 17:22:04 from 189.192.179.35
Burt, do you know where monte's blog went to?
From Burt on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 17:32:28 from 68.76.197.194
Eric - I must have ESP, because I was just thinking about that. I don't know. My guess is he made it private. I have him on FB, so I'll ask him.
From Steve Piccolo on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 17:43:49 from 155.100.160.248
Yeah, what Leandra said.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 22:23:30 from 98.167.151.26
That's because Leandra always says the right thing.
From Merri on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 10:29:37 from 160.7.234.108
I know exactly how that harlot in church feels.
From Burt on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 11:42:07 from 68.76.197.194
Merri! I'm glad I didn't have any boogers in my nose because they all would have come flying out just now.
From ChrisM on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 11:47:38 from 86.155.206.122
I'm not sure I could sleep at night with those 0.03 miles that went missing! LOL
From Burt on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 11:50:26 from 68.76.197.194
LOL! That probably means I didn't start my Garmin until I left the parking lot and crossed the road.
From auntieem on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 12:10:19 from 67.182.145.8
That's quite a bit of running and biking! Your ride to work is a really nice distance.
Fri, Aug 14, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
This morning I went running with my neighbor Otis. He's trying to get back into shape. I told him we could run at his pace. I grabbed a shirt out of my running clothes but was a little hesitant to put it on. The shirt was black and so is Otis. I didn't want him to think I was trying too hard to fit in. So we were about ready to go, and I saw my home teacher. We waited for him because I know he always runs to the community gym which is along our route. Then the three of us took off at a nice liesurely jog. But I forgot to start my Garmin until we had gone appr. 0.6 miles. Otis likes to say good morning to people more than I do. He's so delightful. After 0.75 miles we parted ways with Br. Adams. As we were going down Rittenhouse I saw old lady regular and told Otis that I see her all the time. I asked him how he was doing when we reached the halfway point. He was doing good. He ran on the asphalt the whole way while I stayed on the sidewalk. I told him that since he usually runs on the treadmill, his joints might be a little stiff after we finish. I kept telling him how much further we had left to go. He hung in there. Then when we turned on our street he said, "Let's pick it up." I told him to get the full three miles in we need to run to my house, turn around, and run to his house. When we turned around he opened up his stride and just left me behind like it was effortless. Remind me to drop him early if we ever race.
I got passed by two cyclists this morning. That hasn't happened in forever, although I don't know why it doesn't happen more often. Anyway, after the first one passed me I looked at my Garmin and saw that I was going 15.8 mph. I tried to speed it up to see how fast he was going. I got up to 18.5 mph and he was still pulling away. Unfortunately that little stunt made me reach a level 4 on the sweat charts. Not good.
From Rhett on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 13:01:52 from 74.32.218.69
I can't believe anyone likes to say high to other runners more than you do. Maybe since you can't out kick him at the end of a run, you should challange him to a greeting competion.
From Burt on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 13:07:34 from 68.76.197.194
LOL! It's not that he says it more than I do, because I say it everyone. He's just more jovial.
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 13:26:45 from 68.102.148.130
This could be the beginning of a great partnership.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 14:36:45 from 67.42.27.114
And now your home teacher is done home teaching. What a great run.
From Brent on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 21:44:06 from 204.113.19.55
Burt, did Otis wear a white shirt? Letting a new newbie smoke you, start your kick a couple of miles earlier. Great to have a running partner. What kind of bike do you ride. A 15.4 avg pace on a commuter bike in traffic is smokin, on a good roadie bike, a little slacking.
Stay Kool, High Five those old ladies, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 22:26:14 from 98.167.151.26
April - a partnership with benefits. (I have no idea what that means.)
Paul - I'm his home teacher, too. So we're both done.
Brent - come to think of it, he was wearing a white shirt. I have a road bike, but it's nothing special. It's a GT2.
From Teena on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 23:01:32 from 209.105.190.155
3 workouts in one day!!!???
Nice job Burt ... yeah, you were really pushing the boundaries with your black shirt!!! You're a riot!
From Mike Warren on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 23:31:05 from 208.117.124.133
Someone more jovial than Burt? Not a chance! Awesome workout.
Sat, Aug 15, 2009
Total Distance
7.66
Week in review:
31 miles running
105 miles biking
I went out with Otis again this morning. He did the same route we did yesterday. I left him after 1.8 miles to do my 7.66. We were running at about a 10 minute pace. After I left Otis I tried to pick it up some, but it was hard getting out of the funk. That's a fun word.
Thant was kind of fun, but by then end I was perilously close to saying a bad word that would have not been fun at all.
From Burt on Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 12:54:47 from 98.167.151.26
I noticed you only said it 9 times fast. 10 times would've got ya.
From allie on Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 12:59:57 from 67.177.43.41
10 times in a row or its a funk flunk.
great job this week.
From RivertonPaul on Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 15:47:20 from 75.169.34.133
Funky. Guess you didn't want to let Otis sprint with you at the end.
From Nan Kennard on Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 20:53:53 from 67.165.238.15
At first I thought Otis was your dog. Then I read your previous post.
From Burt on Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 23:33:03 from 98.167.151.26
Nan - I'm telling him you said that.
JK
From ChrisM on Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 16:19:48 from 217.42.248.247
Nice work
To celebrate your week I'm now singing along to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izWRKl06XEY after you mentioned the word FUNK! :)
From Brent on Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 16:31:17 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, one pound gain - some motivation:
Do 1 pushup for every prairie dog
Do 10 pushups for every runner you pass that does not say hello
Run circles around Otis
No junk, junk, junk, junk, junk, junk, junk, junk, junk, punk food.
No losers - come on Burt - PRs can be had, drop the poundage.
Stay Kool, think thin, B of BS Rools out
From Kelli on Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 17:45:37 from 71.219.64.200
NICE WEEK BURT!
Mon, Aug 17, 2009
Total Distance
5.34
I ate two huge burritos last night. And my back muscles are tight from swimming Saturday. So I thought my run today would be blech. But after I got going I felt pretty good.
Time - 44:16 (avg pace 8:18)
Splits -
1 mile - 8:13 - I saw the old lady that never looks at me. But a lady walking a dog was walking right by her when I passed her. So when I said good morning she was the only one I heard say it back.
2 mile - 8:11 - Passed the day laborers at Circle K.
3 mile - 8:23 - Through the Wal Mart parking lot.
4 mile - 8:28 - Saw a choo choo.
5 mile - 8:17 - I saw my boy's school bus and hoped he wouldn't miss it again today.
0.34 miles - 2:45 (8:07 pace) - No Otis to outrun.
From Leandra on Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 12:44:54 from 71.35.249.249
Nice pace, and maybe I'll have to try those 2 huge burritos as my pre race dinner this weekend if I can get those kind of results.
From auntieem on Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 14:21:59 from 67.182.145.8
I don't know who told you burritos were bad before a run. They sure have a bad rap, but they work for me. I had a 10K race last year and stayed with friends on Mercer Island the night before. The meal that he made me was not what I would have planned at all: lots of meat and spices! But I felt and ran really great the next day, go figure.
From Rhett on Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 16:16:42 from 74.32.218.69
When you pass the day laborers you should run right through the middle of them and go high five with both hands, like the rock star you are. Hmmmm, burritos.
From RivertonPaul on Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 17:18:36 from 67.42.27.118
For some reason I just noticed your buff calves in that pic, Burt.
From Burt on Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 17:27:16 from 68.76.197.194
Leandra - Burritos and root beer floats.
Em - Nobody told me they were bad. It's just that I felt so fat after eating them. LOL!
Rhett - I'm too afraid they belong to the drug cartel. But then, why would they need a day job?
Paul - I'm surprised you haven't noticed them before. They practically jump out of the picture.
From James W on Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 17:31:36 from 12.151.72.1
Nice run there, Burt. Wish I could have run this morning, but we were up too late trying to get the baby down, so I settled for running during my lunch hour in 100-degree heat . . .
Tue, Aug 18, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
The best part of the ride this morning was when I approached the intersection of Elliot and Ellsworth. They were doing construction again and traffic was backed up for about 3/4 miles. I was passing all the cars that passed me and yelling, "This is why you should ride a bike!"
I have another coworker that rides his bike to work. He lives less than three miles away. As I was riding home today, I saw him pushing his bike. I stopped. He had a flat tire. He said it was flat before he came to work so he just pumped it up hoping it would last the day. I said my bike tire was flat today, also. We looked at my bike tire and it is starting to bald really bad. I'm glad I made it home, but I ought not ride on it anymore 'til I get a new tire.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From ChrisM on Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 12:26:12 from 217.42.248.247
LOL! Bikes Rule!
From Rhett on Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 13:43:42 from 74.32.218.69
Careful. Some is going to open their car door as you fly by and BAM!!! There goes Burt.
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 15:37:14 from 67.42.27.114
One of the best parts of running marathons is having the police stop traffic so you can run in front of the cars.
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 16:47:03 from 207.225.192.66
My son that bikes quite a bit loves when he is able to catch up to cars passed him due to construction or just traffic... he always thinks that is great. Way to go!!
From Teena on Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 20:37:14 from 67.177.20.13
What a visual! :)
From Steve Piccolo on Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 22:54:13 from 66.60.123.63
Nice, I can picture you doing that. :)
From Merri on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:17:46 from 67.199.179.247
I was hoping to read that you gave your bike to your friend and then you walked home like a good samaratin...
From Burt on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:22:23 from 68.76.197.194
Forget that Merri. That would make me unselfish. And I like my selfishness.
Wed, Aug 19, 2009
Total Distance
12.04
Today I made sure to do a little more than 12, just in case. First I did my 5.65 mile loop. Then I went in my house real fast to drag my son out of bed. Then I went back out and did my 5.35 mile loop. When I got to the 7 mile mark, I stopped at the park for a water break. Then when I got home I checked to see if my son had left for the bus stop yet. We couldn't find him, so we figured that meant yes. But it also meant he probably snuck out the back door without eating breakfast. I took a few swigs of Gatorade and went out to do my last mile. I ran to the bus stop and asked my son if he ate. He said he had a granola bar. I waited for the bus to get there, said hi to our brand new bishop, and was off again. I was pretty worn out by the time I was done.
On Tuesday Season 12 of the Simpson's came out on DVD. I've got one more episode to go to finish Season 11. My plan was to have them all watched by last night. By I just couldn't keep myself awake to watch that last one. So if I can't make it through a marathon of the Simpson's, how am I going to make it through a marathon running? I can tell you my love for the Simpson's is far greater than my love for running.
From Mike Warren on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 12:09:52 from 207.50.149.221
Great workout Burt! How is the biggest loser going? I slipped a bit, but back on track now.
From Burt on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 12:15:23 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Mike. I haven't really changed my eating habits. That's my problem. But after today's workout, I'm down about 4 pounds than a couple of days ago. Could all be just water weight.
From Leandra on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 12:16:17 from 71.35.249.216
spider pig, spider pig, does whatever a spider pig does.
12 miles??? I won't come close to passing you on the mileage board this week! nice job
From Rhett on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 12:22:07 from 74.41.249.102
Way to get in all the miles... plus a bit.
From ChrisM on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 13:01:56 from 217.42.248.247
Maybe you could get a portable DVD player and play Simpsons while you run the marathon? :)
From Brent on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 14:59:54 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, change your name to Bart, only one letter to change, life will be great living as a Simpson. A little over 12 hey, your entry could be 12+, keep em guessing. Nice run, your back in the biggest loser game, good work.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools Out
From Burt on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 18:48:28 from 68.76.197.194
Leandra - there's a blogger named spidey pig.
Rhett - thanks. And no car doors opening up on me.
Chris - now that's the best idea I've heard in a dog's age.
Brent - If I change my name to Bart, do you think I'll lose more weight?
From Kelli on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 22:58:47 from 71.219.64.200
Very nice run BURT!
From auntieem on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 10:38:54 from 67.182.145.8
Nice run, Burt! Excellent way to combine great parenting with great running. There really is a way to do it all!
From Merri on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:16:47 from 67.199.179.247
leandra loves the simpsons more than running too. I can't believe you're not the new bishop. nice high mileage!
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:24:17 from 90.201.147.201
I LOVE the Simpsons so does my son, I really want to put on my back for my next marathon Eat my shorts! but I may get some weirdo really trying to LOL
Great running burt way to go man! Dude !
From Burt on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:39:23 from 68.76.197.194
Em - they key to childraising is the beatings. I find there is a direct proportion to the amount of obedience your kids give you and the level of pain from the spankings. There's also an inverse proportion to the amount of resentment.
Merri - you don't know me very well, do you? Actually I was a counselor once. Now they know better.
Sam - Funny. In one of Season 11's episodes, the Hell's Satans bike gang out of Bakersfield makes Homer eat his leather jacket.
From Steve Piccolo on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 17:22:25 from 155.100.160.248
Awesome workout, Burt! Keep it up!
Thu, Aug 20, 2009
Total Distance
2.96
I only planned on running three this morning because I did 12 yesterday. After two steps I was like, "Ow. This hurts." I wasn't sure I would even be able to do three. After two miles I had to stop and stretch out because my lower back was hurting so bad. Then after another half mile I had to stop again. I wonder if it's because of the lumbar support my wife bought me for my truck. Maybe I had it too low.
From Nevels on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:18:36 from 131.204.15.93
what's the definition of irony...
From Eric Day on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:20:34 from 200.77.42.126
gee Burt, take care. I find that lowering my hands a while while running eases the back tension a little.
From Merri on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:21:40 from 67.199.179.247
hmm maybe the the lumbar thing just takes time.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 12:33:57 from 68.76.197.194
Nevels - According to Garland Greene its, "A bunch of idiots dancing in a plane to a song made famous by a band that died in a plane crash." Sweet Home Alabama...!
Eric - gracias por el consejo.
Merri - I raised it up this morning. Hopefully it helps. At the least it's providing air flow to my sweaty back. Honestly, I don't know if I sweat more in my truck or on my bike.
From Nevels on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 13:41:54 from 131.204.15.93
So clearly you need Nicholas Cage to outwit your lumbar support so he can get home to see his daughter.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 13:54:50 from 68.76.197.194
Don't you mean Cameron Po? "Put the bunnay in the box."
From seeaprilrun on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 14:30:26 from 205.172.12.229
Uh oh. Do you usually experience back pain when you run? I was having lower back pain for a while on runs but it went away almost instantly when I started doing a little bit of ab strengthening.
From auntieem on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 15:17:16 from 67.182.145.8
Sorry! Bummer to have ANY pain. Lots of stretching and ice might help. I love ice.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 15:19:04 from 68.76.197.194
April - that's a good idea. I'll do some sit-ups tonight.
Em - I have been stretching it and it feels better.
From Nan Kennard on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 15:43:01 from 174.51.250.151
I had to stop to stretch twice this morning too. Your not alone! Yoga/Pilates does wonders for me.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 15:48:34 from 68.76.197.194
Nan - only gay men do either of those two things, and rest assured, I am 100% straight as you can tell by the way I just pronounce either.
From Nan Kennard on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 15:53:47 from 174.51.250.151
Oh, is that why I can't get my husband to do yoga with me either? You men are too cool for some healthy back stretching eh? You'd rather pay some professional hundreds of dollars to pop your back into place or massage those manly muscles? That is much more macho. Or do only gays get massage too? I'll have you know there is a very nice, older, presumably straight man in my pilates reformer class. And he looks very aligned and pain free.
From Merri on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 16:12:16 from 67.199.179.247
maybe you're pregnant. i've heard of pregnant women getting back pain before.
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 18:05:26 from 90.201.147.164
LOL Pregnant sorry, but thats funny :-)
I see guys doing pilates and yoga all the time when I am on the xtrainer and alls they do is watch the women LOL< so go do some yoga Burt, they have older women too :-O
From Brent on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 09:49:05 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, I thought yoga was only for girl watching or sissies, then I tried a class, darn hard and no time for girl watching. Now, what would Bart Simpson do? As Bart is the guiding light, yell at Marge! It must be her fault for the back.
If you were a real simpson you would gain, not lose, don't change that letter.
Stay Kool, Nameste, B of BS Rools out
From Leandra on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 11:48:54 from 67.41.234.57
when I did the RHPC half it killed my lower back. I think I just wasn't ready to do that kind of mileage, I went from doing 5 and 6 mile runs to a 13 mile run. and also my abs aren't as strong as they should be I think that helps a lot. I took it easy for a week and it felt better. It still bothers me toward the end of my long runs.
From Merri on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 12:20:27 from 67.199.179.247
Leandra go to a tae bo class it works your core the whole time w/ out even knowing it. :)
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 17:01:17 from 68.103.250.39
How is your back today Burt?
From Burt on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 17:17:32 from 68.76.197.194
It feels better. I didn't run today though because my tendons in my ankles feel sore. So I'll try to get a 10-miler in tomorrow.
From Eric Day on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 17:25:06 from 189.192.209.188
If tendons are sore, take it easy don't push the pace. Telling you by experience.
From anji on Sat, Aug 22, 2009 at 00:55:34 from 74.211.23.124
im sorry, injuries suck...get better!
Fri, Aug 21, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Thanks Rocket!
Thanks Alanis!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Lily on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 13:34:51 from 67.199.181.242
LOL what the crap? You are one funny dude!
From Burt on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 13:58:45 from 68.76.197.194
Ha! Did you ever see the picture of Lyns, Merri, and Leandra in their Suns outfits?
From Merri on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 17:41:16 from 67.199.179.247
ha ha nice post
From Merri on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 17:44:07 from 67.199.179.247
now lily i want you to do your hair like the pic on the right for church on sunday.
Mon, Aug 24, 2009
Total Distance
8.00
I was hoping to get more miles in today, but it's so hot and uncomfortably humid. I downed a Gatorade before I left and I think that caused me to have cramps. But my back felt great.
From Burt on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 10:06:43 from 98.167.151.26
Dang it! I just looked at the mileage board and saw that I'm 0.11 miles from being on the front page. But since I did 8.00 flat, I'm on the second page. That's not the bad part. Leslie Peterson also did 8 miles and she's ahead of me for first position on the second page. Curse you Leslie!!! Can I go out and run another couple hundred yards? Yes. Will I? No. That would be too easy and I wouldn't get to cry.
From ChrisM on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 10:24:09 from 86.162.198.251
Looks humid!
Don't worry about going out again
Just use it to motivate you next time, and think how good it'll feel being on the first page when you do make it
From Lyns on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 10:35:50 from 75.162.206.66
check out my new blog name!
From Kippie on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 12:03:38 from 216.239.44.25
thanks for the note! I actually am trying to 2 hrs in Oct. My first was not 2 hrs- don't I wish:) I think I will likely get to 2:15 but 2 hrs is a bit ambitious- aim high, right? :)
From Leandra on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 12:22:16 from 67.41.234.57
ugh, I hate 10,000% humidity.
PS we saw your twin at Hobble Creek on Saturday. Not kidding.
From Burt on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 12:26:29 from 68.76.197.194
Well according to Merri, my twin is Tim Allen. So, did you freeze up when you saw my lookalike or did you just point and scoff?
From Rhett on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 12:28:50 from 74.41.249.102
Nice run Burt. Looks like we did the same distance today. Watch out. Soon I'll be matching your miles. The humidity was horrible today wasn't it, but it was only 74 here this morning. :)
From Burt on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 12:34:24 from 68.76.197.194
You did 8 Rhett? You're coming back nicely. That's good news. That means I can still throw an FRB party at your house for the Havasu Half next year.
From Leandra on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 13:07:45 from 67.41.234.57
I have never wished I had a camera so bad in my entire life. it was you! I always see Merri's twin at Golds Gym and wish I had a camera there too.
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 13:51:39 from 90.201.147.164
That would be weird taking photos at the gym LOL LOL LOL
No bunnies today Burt????
great running and even better on the weight 190 lbs WOWSER your doing well........ ouch humidity thats the pits hey :)
From Burt on Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 14:04:46 from 68.76.197.194
I agree with Sam. You might get arrested or beat up for taking pictures of strangers.
Sam - Lots of bunnies. I usually see them in the grassy common areas around my subdivision in the late afternoon. Maybe they come out then right before the coyotes come out then come out early in the morning after the coyotes have gone home.
From Merri on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 16:59:39 from 67.199.179.247
whew that is humid!
From ChromeDome on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 21:29:10 from 67.164.165.221
Burt, has it been brutally humid all summer where you are?
I read an article today that said higher humidity in the US Southwest is a trend resulting from higher global temps overall. I always equate global warming with dryness, but apparently water vapor in the atmosphere is a key part of the warming effect...
OK, END NERD DIGRESSION
From Merri on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 17:45:22 from 67.199.179.247
One time I saw burt on the provo canyon trail. and you all know what Leandra says happens on the provo river trail.
From Merri on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 17:48:24 from 67.199.179.247
Oh and count me in for the FRB party at Rhett's for the Havasu half. :) jk
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 17:54:52 from 68.76.197.194
Shut up Merri. Besides. There's a waiting list to get into the exclusive VIP FRB party. Hmmm...I don't see your name on it. Anywhere. Oh, here it is, right under the "Toss out on rear if they try to sneak in" section.
From Merri on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 18:04:57 from 67.199.179.247
:(
Tue, Aug 25, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I fell asleep watching WWE last night and slept pretty soundly. I know I'll lose some friends by admitting that I like to watch wrestling, but I don't want to be a phony. I got up at 6:30am and just went on a 3 mile run so I wouldn't be too late getting in to work.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 12:41:24 from 68.103.250.39
Chipper pace there Burt and check out that 191. You will be in the 180's soon!
From Burt on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 14:13:51 from 68.76.197.194
We'll see April. I just have to quit eating processed foods.
From Eric Day on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 14:15:42 from 200.77.36.43
You should watch more WWE, look at that pace! awesome Burt. or is it Bart?
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 14:25:49 from 67.42.27.114
So you like wrestling:
http://i43.tinypic.com/2ueh9np.gif
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 14:28:40 from 67.42.27.114
or perhaps it is this you like:
http://i25.tinypic.com/29y1ahd.gif
Burt, all in good fun :)
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 14:32:34 from 67.42.27.114
And the invisible wrestler, that is cool.
http://i38.tinypic.com/16kw3gn.gif
From Burt on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 14:34:20 from 68.76.197.194
Funny Paul. It wouldn't surprise me if a lot of those guys were gay. Think about it. You spend so much time trying to have a nice body. You stand in front of the mirror flexing. How can you not fall in love with male body? LOL!
BTW, have you seen Kurt Angle lately? He's so skinny! I think he quit taking steroids.
I could be wrong, but I don't think Brock Lesnar is on the juice. He's just a genetic freak with a tremendous work effort.
From auntieem on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 15:03:33 from 67.182.145.8
Speedy splits!
From Steve Piccolo on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 16:48:55 from 155.100.160.248
Great splits. Better keep it up or I'll put you in a headlock!
From James W on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 16:48:56 from 12.151.72.1
I agree, those are some pretty nice splits there. I gotta cut out on the pop myself, or I'm not going to drop the pounds I am still packing. BTW, when I was 17, I actually went to a WWF event - that was the point after which I stopped watching.
From Merri on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 17:45:42 from 67.199.179.247
nice splits and where does riverton paul come up w/ this stuff? :)
From Burt on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 18:11:17 from 68.76.197.194
Paul's brain is connected to the world wide web. He just has to think of something and he's got it. And Merri, you're just a few steps down the ladder from him of coming up with stuff. I have a whole collection of funny pictures you put together. I plan on keeping them someday for that lawsuit. LOL!
From Brent on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 20:42:20 from 76.8.201.223
Burt - your stage name for WWE?
Krusher Kawalski
Bart the Bomber
Ground Hog Heaven Bent
Brusier Burt
Does this mean football players are gay also? All that tackling?
Nice pace for an early morning run and getting on that biggest loser, good work.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rool Knocked Out by Brusier Burt
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 03:12:49 from 90.201.147.164
Bart the Bomber nice workout great fast pace...... I took my son and all his friends 8 of them to a WWE event for Dylans Birthday, we booked a box and had a party, while they hung of the balcony with banners and suck like, it was really good so cool even I enjoyed it !
So the secret is out, but I still dont like all the noise when Its on why does it have to be so noisy, im such an old women with noise LOL.
From ChrisM on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 03:57:28 from 130.88.123.4
I reckon your 5k PB will get seriously shortened the next time you race! Great work!
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 12:09:21 from 68.76.197.194
Brent - I'm not the only one that watches prairie dogs now. Go to Nan's blog and read about her 22 mile run.
Wed, Aug 26, 2009
Total Distance
4.00
I got up late again today, but I also went to bed late. Two negatives make a positive. I should be healthy, wealthy, and wise. I saw the old lady that never looks at me. I yelled good morning to her and got a mumble out of her. I said good morning to one of the day laborers as he was walking down the street. He said, "Good morning amigo." My back was hurting a little again today. Better stretch it out some and do more sit-ups.
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 12:57:56 from 67.42.27.114
Good day amigo.
From Leandra on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 13:19:21 from 207.108.177.98
Nice run, amigo.
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 14:00:47 from 207.225.192.66
Mumble ... Mumble... Mumble
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 14:04:51 from 68.76.197.194
Gracias Pablo y Leandra.
No Lori, you weren't the old lady.
From Eric Day on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 14:11:54 from 189.192.156.72
Hola Amigo ! La fiesta sigue, sigue, sigue ... la fiesta sigue, sigue, sigue
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 14:14:14 from 68.76.197.194
I suddenly have the urge to grab a pair of maracas!
From Eric Day on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 14:21:13 from 189.192.156.72
oh yeah ! oh yeah !
From Lily on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 15:31:08 from 67.199.181.242
Ah yes, Arizona, land of Amigos for sure.
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 15:34:16 from 205.172.12.229
Yeah
From Rhett on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 16:40:27 from 74.32.212.114
Good afternoon! Burt.
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 16:59:49 from 68.76.197.194
Lily - amigos calientes.
April - LOL!
Rhett - Same to you. Say hi to your mother for me.
From Kelli on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 17:01:00 from 71.219.64.200
Great work so far this week burt. I will forgive you for being a Wrestling fan, scary!!!
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 17:22:05 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli - I not as big an aficionado as I used to be. Hey, did you take a shower yet?
From Kelli on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 17:27:42 from 71.219.64.200
NOPE, I want to run, so no shower.
From Britta on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 17:39:31 from 72.130.108.181
What's up!
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 18:00:04 from 68.76.197.194
Britta! I'm glad your back. Recently Lyns changed her blog title to The Sucky Blogger, but I made her change it because it seemed more appropriate for you. I kid. Hope you enjoyed the vacation.
From Britta on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 18:23:30 from 72.130.108.181
I agree! Life seems unreasonable busy right now and my blog is for sure suffering. I promise to get back to being a "serious" blogger again. I just can't promise when.
From auntieem on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 20:00:09 from 67.182.145.8
Hey, we could have run together today, same pace (ish). I am always early to bed, early to rise, and I'm healthy at least. Wealthy and wise are debatable.
From Teena on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 21:24:59 from 67.177.20.13
Just laughing reading all of the salutations!!! :)
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 21:33:17 from 98.167.151.26
Em - Do you know I have a daughter named Emily? Anytime you want to go running come on down. Or just dial into my extrasensory perception frequency.
Teena - Why is everyone yelling at me? LOL.
From allie on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 21:52:27 from 67.177.43.41
buenas noches. ¿cómo estaba su viaje a Colorado?
From Burt on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 22:02:40 from 98.167.151.26
muy gracioso Allie. Me haces reir hasta mearme.
From Brent on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 22:53:06 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, aka Nocho libre - you da man, say muey bueno to old lady, see if it gets a smile, my grade school spanish needs help. Where is the ground hog blog?
Stay Kool, hit the showers, B of BS Rools out
From auntieem on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 22:59:19 from 67.182.145.8
My names not really Emily, but I have a daughter named Emily too.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 00:03:54 from 98.167.151.26
Brent - Ground hog day is my best friend's holiday. He's more of a movie buff than I am, so I'm sure it has something to do with that Bill Murray flick.
Em - Of course your name is Emily. Don't you remember in the Wizard of Oz when Professor Marvel says, "There's a woman. She's wearing a polka dot dress. Her face is careworn." And Dorothy says, "That's Aunt Em." And the professor says, "Yes. Her name is Emily."? You'll always be Emily to me.
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 06:15:34 from 78.32.130.9
OH Burt, how do you remember such lines crazy man !
Ok now great running and good afternoon Amigo Bart!
Thu, Aug 27, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
I started a novice strength training program today. I'm supposed to do it three times a week. Planks are hard.
2 sets of crunches (12 reps)
2 sets of modified planks (30 sec.)
2 sets of modified pushups (12 reps)
2 isometric shoulder holds with towel
2 sets of standing adduction (12 reps)
2 sets of lying adduction (12 reps)
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Lily on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 12:37:36 from 67.199.181.242
Wow dude, you'll be ripped if you keep on it. I do pilates crunches, and some for the obliques and they work awesomeness like nothing I've ever seen.
From Twinkies on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 13:08:22 from 12.239.111.194
Great workout. If you can keep that up three times a week you will see a lot of improvement.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 13:11:31 from 68.76.197.194
I can feel it already.
From Rhett on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 14:40:27 from 74.42.169.243
Nice, we need that "before" picture with you shirt off posted now so we can get the "after" pictue in a few months.
From Burt on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 15:28:28 from 68.76.197.194
I've already taken the picture. I'm so white, I didn't need any flash.
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 16:13:37 from 90.201.147.164
Thats a great workout, yes planks hurt theyre hard, try it on the powerplate its real tough like real tough sweating tough lol great going though will ya do a spray tan for ya after photo like in all those infomercials LOL
From Rhett on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 16:35:38 from 74.42.169.243
I'm thinking you should change your profile photo to your "before" photo to give you more inspiration.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 16:48:43 from 67.42.27.114
I posted the before picture on my blog.
From Kelli on Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 18:09:20 from 71.219.64.200
I have to laugh at the planks comment. About 8 years ago I was showing my husband a picture and description of planks in some fitness magazine. He said that they would a piece of cake, so we tried them. They are hard!! We both struggled to make it to a minute, and he has abs of steel!
Good luck with your fitness training!
Mon, Aug 31, 2009
Total Distance
5.34
This morning I saw double stroller lady. She was actually running the same direction as I was. When I caught up to her I thought for sure she had seen my shadow or heard my footsteps, but when I said good morning, she jumped a little. I apologized and asked her if she was training for anything. Nope. Just trying to stay in shape? Yep. Well, good, have fun. Then I continued on around my WalMart loop. As I was coming back down Rittenhouse I thought I saw her again. I figured she cut through Ocotillo, which would surprise me that she would be brave enough to run by the ogling day laborers at Circle K (at least I imagine that they would sit there and whistle at any woman running by.) It turns out it wasn't her. It was an Asian man, and it took me about a mile to run him down. This time I hollered before I got to him so he would know I was coming up. Good morning. Good morning. Training for anything. Nope, just trying to stay in shape. That's good. You? I have a couple of races I want to do. Rock n' Roll? No. My wife wants to do the Rock n' Roll. Full marathon? Half, I told her she is going to have to do it by herself. You can do it. I don't think I can find time to train. Good luck. And I was off again. Nice run this morning.
From auntieem on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 13:14:32 from 67.182.145.8
Pretty fast miles! I am sure that if I tried to talk to people while doing miles that fast, it would slow me down or sure.
For years, I ran with the double running stroller! I have such happy memories of those runs; my two were always so cheerful about jumping in and going for a ride. I'm certain that it made runners out of them too.
From Merri on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 14:13:21 from 67.199.179.247
you're such a friendly runner. lyns and lily just yell mean things at the other girls we pass when we run :)
From Eric Day on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 17:20:33 from 189.192.82.168
Burt, where is Monte? Why is his blog blocked? do you know?
From Burt on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 17:22:14 from 68.76.197.194
He is facebooking now from time to time. His wife said he's just to busy, but she thinks he'll be back once his life gets a little less hectic.
From Metcalf Running on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 20:33:09 from 97.126.140.120
Nice speedy miles!! Looks like you are making friends all over.
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 20:56:27 from 68.103.250.39
Nice social run Burt! I hardly ever see other runners. I wouldn't know what to do if I did...
From Brent on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 22:15:14 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, were you wearing glasses? Asian man, lady pushing a double stroller, look very similar. That will my new standard answer: just trying to stay in shape, any shape - round, oblong, square, hex, pear or ship.
Nice consistant pace in the heat, run on, scared of the scales, Stay Kool, fatty shaped, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 22:25:18 from 98.167.151.26
Lori - you're my inspiration for friend making.
April - Just don't get all shifty-eyed, throw your hands up, and run in the opposite direction. People will think you're crazy.
Brent - He was wayyyy down the road and he also had a white shirt on. Give a guy a break. LOL.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 07:23:27 from 78.32.130.9
great running as usual Burt/Bart im now scared of the scales LOL no before pic for you either ?
From argentinerocket on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 09:26:26 from 74.9.147.114
We need runners like you around here - most people don't even look at me when they go by me. Now, I'm also wondering if you need glasses... I mean, confusing an Asian man with a double-stroller lady... that doesn't sound right!
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 18:13:20 from 174.51.250.151
Nice run! Were you serious about not doing the Rock and Roll Half? I think you should totally do it. You are great shape already and isn't the race all they way in January?
From Burt on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 18:18:09 from 68.76.197.194
Ummm...it's on Sunday, Nan. The last time I did a race on the Sabbath I was out of commission for two months.
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 18:25:54 from 174.51.250.151
Dang. Same problem I have in CO. Most of the big races are on Sunday here too.
Tue, Sep 01, 2009
Total Distance
5.36
I saw two hummingbirds today. One of them flew directly towards my face and I thought it was going to peck my eyes out. I named them Nan and Lyns because hummingbirds are so small yet flap their wings faster than any other bird. I also saw two Eric Day lagartos.
There was a school bus parked on the side of the road this morning. One girl had her head poked out the window in the back of the bus and was waving at another girl with her head poked out of the window at the front of the bus. As I came up to the bus the girl in the back turned around and saw me. I waved at her and she slowly ducked back into the bus like a meerkat.
I tried to go out a little faster today than yesterday to see how long I could hold the faster pace. The first couple of miles were in the 7:45 range, but the 4th mile was 8:15. While this compares to yesterday's pace, it was a 30 seconds slower than my first two miles today. Yesterday all my mile times were real close together. Lesson learned : nothing.
Time - 42:25 (7:55 pace)
Splits - 7:46, 7:43, 7:58, 8:15, 8:00, (7:32 pace for 0.36 miles)
From Leandra on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 13:02:43 from 71.35.248.36
Lesson learned I could never keep up with you. ha ha and I think I would probably slink away like a meer cat too if I was dangling my head out a bus window and a runner waved to me.
From Rhett on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 15:25:09 from 74.42.169.243
Nice run in hot weather. You are going to have to help me. I figure Nan is short for nano but what's up with Lyns?
From Burt on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 16:42:43 from 68.76.197.194
Leandra - Am I really that creepy? Gosh!
Rhett - Look at my favorite blogs list. I generally name the animals I see after people on the blog. I suppose I could have named one of the birds after April. She's really short.
From Eric Day on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 17:36:30 from 189.192.82.168
Nice lessons. Sounds like the work done by Congress here in Mexico. =)
So you saw to handsome lagartos today ?
From Burt on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 17:47:40 from 68.76.197.194
Muy guapos Eric de veras!
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 18:03:01 from 174.51.250.151
"Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, and able to leap tall buildings in a single bound..." Its SUPER-NAN!!!
Disguised as a hummingbird. Perfect. New research shows that the humming bird is the fastest bird on the planet.
From beef on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 18:52:43 from 72.44.96.196
I love seeing wildlife on run although I like my eyes too... Good run though!
From Merri on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 at 19:19:22 from 67.199.179.247
I would definitely compare lyns to a humming bird. now picture a humming bird teaching zumba we've got something sweet. :)
From mike mcclellan on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 02:32:20 from 192.28.0.21
Nice pace Burt. You are getting faster.
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 05:25:48 from 78.32.130.9
great pace Burt, and weigh in, good work.
Id wave back at ya Burt, I giggle sometimes at people when Im running, I was laughing only the other day when running my long 6 miles LOL
It was raining, and I was running along big grinning smile because I could run 6 miles, and I think someone nearly crashed their car as its not often you see a runner smiling whilst running in the rain LOL
Wed, Sep 02, 2009
Total Distance
3.42
Even though I went a lot slower and less distance today, I think I sweated more than ever. I saw a couple of lizards, but the highlight of the morning was the baby gecko we caught in the house. I was going to feed it to one of our snakes, but I didn't have the heart. I let it go outside.
From Leandra on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 11:49:18 from 71.35.248.36
A gecko huh? did you also see the money you could be saving with geiko?
From leslie peterson on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 11:49:25 from 76.23.61.78
Nice job slim!
Glad you had mercy on the gecko!
From Burt on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 12:10:09 from 68.76.197.194
Lani - Thanks for getting that song stuck in my head all day.
Leslie - You're always an ego boost!
From RAD on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 15:12:40 from 76.27.12.70
Good boy on the 'release' of the Gecko! His mom will be happy :) Nice job on the weight loss and running miles, always impressive!
From Burt on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 15:17:35 from 68.76.197.194
Come to think of it RAD, I've never seen your before and after pictures. You better get on that.
From Mike Warren on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 16:02:14 from 207.50.149.221
Hey Burt, nice job on the weight loss. Sorry for all the silence, work, work, work, ARGH!
From Burt on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 16:14:50 from 68.76.197.194
No worries Mike. Keep up the cross training.
From auntieem on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 20:07:22 from 67.182.145.8
Poor hungry snake!
From Burt on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 20:22:41 from 68.76.197.194
Finally somebody shows some sympathy for the snake! I'm sure there will be a "today one of our snakes died" post, but it won't be as sad as the "today our puppy died" post.
From RAD on Wed, Sep 02, 2009 at 20:37:07 from 76.27.12.70
Burt, I'd NEVER post any before pictures...they're scary! You can see the after pics on my blog :) Not so bad now, but still hoping to shed the last 5 - they'll never leave!
From Eric Day on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 at 09:18:27 from 189.169.237.133
The gecko will probably go back inside into the snake house and end up being lunch anyways. So you just saved its misery for a couple of day maybe?
From Merri on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 at 10:16:56 from 67.199.179.247
She went to the doctor got lipo with ya money
She walkin' around lookin' like Michael with ya money
Shoulda' got that insured, GEICO for ya moneeey
Thu, Sep 03, 2009
Total Distance
5.34
The school bus was out this morning, but all the windows were rolled up. A lady with a dog came running out from a side road. I didn't want her to pass me, but didn't really make an effort so that she wouldn't. My miles were pretty consistent this morning. They didn't pass me.
From Eric Day on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 at 13:17:00 from 200.77.36.183
Burt, I see 4 consecutive running days. Way to go! Keep up the good work.
From Teena on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 at 14:26:58 from 67.177.20.13
I have no idea how you run so well in such hot temps. It was mid to high 70s when I ran and I felt like I was going to die!! Seriously, high 50s, low 60s ... perfect!!!
Nice job!
From Merri on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 at 14:28:26 from 67.199.179.247
so were you running with her then? not faster than her, but not slower than her. You are a sneaky one burt. :)
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 at 15:32:14 from 90.210.160.154
Yeah I 2nd Eric, great consistancy, way to go :)
From Burt on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 at 19:57:21 from 68.76.197.194
Eric - my legs felt real tight for the whole run. I'm taking a rest day tomorrow.
Teena - There's definitely been a difference in my running since the temps have risen.
Merri - nnnnoooo. I stayed ahead of her. I was too stinky this morning for any conversations.
Sam - Hopefully I can wake up early Saturday and get a double digit run in.
From Brent on Sat, Sep 05, 2009 at 08:35:09 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, which way was the wind blowing, hopefully from your back, the poor lady if it was a headwind, good way to take out your competitors.
Hey, nice running and pace in the heat.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
Sat, Sep 05, 2009
Total Distance
11.34
People who drive at night are mean. We had a nice little thunder storm this morning. So I slept in. By the time it cleared up my wife was out running her errands. So I had to wait 'til after dinner to go running. Usually I wimp out. But I couldn't have another week with less than 20 miles. So I started running shortly after 10pm. I still don't know who won the ASU/Idaho game. I'll have to check on that. I now remember why I don't like to run in the evenings. Dinner did not sit well. So I plugged along (trying not to enter the puke zone) to see how many miles I could get before midnight. I did my neighborhood loop twice and my WalMart loop once. I had two people sneak up and honk at me and one vehicle of girls holler at me.
Note - I checked the score. ASU completely thrashed Idaho State. It's almost too embarrassing to mention. And blueberry pomegranate Gatorade is the best.
From ChrisM on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 03:16:26 from 86.162.198.251
Well done on gettign out there
You should have run after midnight Burt, then you could have the #1 slot on the mileage board for a copule of hours LOL!
From Burt on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 03:26:43 from 98.167.151.26
I thought about it, Chris. But it wouldn't seem right, starting before midnight and getting most of my miles in on Saturday, just so I could log them in on Sunday. :)
From Steve Piccolo on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 09:48:07 from 66.60.123.63
Way to get out there and run, Burt! There's something about driving at night that hides people's identity and brings out the mean side in them. It must be sort of the same as people saying really mean stuff on internet discussion groups and comment boards when they can hide behind an anonymous screen name.
From auntieem on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 10:33:58 from 67.182.145.8
Wow, you are hardcore!
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 10:34:51 from 90.208.239.153
Steve I love it too about computers LOL
Burt way to go on getting out there and running, hey how is women shouting at you mean LOL again
From Burt on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 11:45:59 from 98.167.151.26
Well the shouting women wasn't so bad, but it did scare me. A little.
From anji on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 15:02:20 from 74.211.31.112
Isn't the women Hollering at you good???? You should have Hollered back....HOLLA! jk
From Brent on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 15:27:48 from 76.8.201.223
Burt - cat calls, running in the dark, scary fun. You must great in the in the dark? That is the only way I would get holla outs.
Way to get the run in,
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Bonnie on Sun, Sep 06, 2009 at 16:54:28 from 128.196.228.134
who cares about the ASU game anyhow? Everyone knows the *real* game was closer to the Mexican border ... U of A over Central Michigan 16 to 6.
Even though I don't really watch football, I do show school spirit!
I am glad you survived cat-calls and the evening run Burt.
From Eric Day on Mon, Sep 07, 2009 at 14:21:54 from 189.192.252.98
Sorry to disappoint, but real game was even more south. Mexico beat Costa Rica 3-0 in soccer.
Cool running, way to hang in there. Running at night is hard for me since one is tired from the daytime activities. Next time ask the girls for a ride ...
From Bonnie on Mon, Sep 07, 2009 at 14:31:00 from 128.196.228.134
;-) Eric -- actually that is quite an impressive score.
Mon, Sep 07, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
2 sets of crunches (15 reps)
2 sets of modified planks (1 min.)
2 sets of modified pushups (15 reps)
2 isometric shoulder holds with towel
2 sets of standing adduction (15 reps)
2 sets of lying adduction (15 reps)
So much for three times a week. Oh well. The planks weren't as hard today.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From ChrisM on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 03:35:05 from 130.88.123.4
Good work there, keep it up
I've got one of those swiss balls and do core work on that as you can do some exercises on it in just 10 minutes if you have the time free. The bad side is it's a huge ball and takes up a lot of space!
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 06:51:49 from 78.32.130.9
Great work Burt, ya plank lol
I did planks yesterday ouchie ouch ouch today ha ha ha
Tue, Sep 08, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I wanted to do my +5.35-mile WalMart loop today, but when I started running I still felt sore from Saturday's run, so I switched to my 3-mile neighborhood loop. Now after running the three, I feel like I loosened up and could have run the 5.35. I saw lots of walkers today, but no runners.
From Merri on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 10:51:45 from 67.199.179.247
nice pace. what was the temp today? is it cooling off down there?
From Eric Day on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 10:55:39 from 189.192.215.79
It tends to happen. You want to do more, but decide to do less and then end up wishing you had done more.
The important part is that you made it out and put some miles in.
From Burt on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 11:55:12 from 68.76.197.194
Merri - I forgot to check, but it's 83 right now at 9am, so it was probably a little cooler earlier when I ran. It is cooling down some. This summer hasn't been that bad at all.
Eric - That's what I tell myself. It does seem wierd though that I ran 31 miles last week and have only done 3 miles so far this week.
From Kelli on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 17:07:39 from 71.219.97.42
Nice pace speedy. Glad to hear it is cooling down for you guys!
I need to sign up for Del Sol, you just reminded me!
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 17:17:03 from 90.208.239.153
great miles Burt well done, more in the bank
From Burt on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 17:24:41 from 68.76.197.194
I didn't say anything about Ragnar. Anyway, I got an email that they're extending the early registration entry until Oct. 15th or something. So that's good. I guess.
Sam, I'm not sure if that's a good thing. Everytime I look at my bank account, it's pretty pathetic.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 17:34:47 from 90.208.239.153
Burt ha ha ha, nopey nope nope I meant the running bank but of course you knew that .....
knew word nopey nope lol
From Kelli on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 19:10:35 from 71.219.97.42
Nope, you did not. Just being you reminded me.
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 19:20:45 from 174.51.250.151
How exactly is a run -5.35 miles? You run backwards? Didn't you learn from Ferris that running backwards doesn't actually take mileage off you legs?
From Burt on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 19:40:31 from 68.76.197.194
A wise guy, eh Nan?
From Burt on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 19:41:18 from 68.76.197.194
Actually that movie did have me believing for the longest time that it would go back a little. LOL.
From Eric Day on Tue, Sep 08, 2009 at 19:49:20 from 189.192.215.79
Love that Ferris movie.
From mike mcclellan on Wed, Sep 09, 2009 at 17:09:53 from 75.120.9.78
Negative splits!!! Nice
Wed, Sep 09, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
1 set of 50 sit-ups.
1 set of 10 push-ups.
I know. I'm pathetic. My leg is still sore, so I'm resting it. I'm hoping to go on a long run tomorrow.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From RAD on Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 16:14:50 from 76.27.12.70
Nice workout Burt...at least it's something! Plus, having a mid-week rest day is always fun to do! :)
From Metcalf Running on Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 21:14:20 from 97.126.140.120
Better to rest it then to make it worse!
From Teena on Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 23:02:05 from 67.177.20.13
So ... how is the leg???
From Burt on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 01:35:00 from 98.167.151.26
Hi gals! The leg is still a bit tight, but I went on an 11.5 mile run tonight. Time to stretch!
Thu, Sep 10, 2009
Total Distance
11.50
This was my fourth attempt to run all the way home from work. FAIL! I think it's about 15.5 miles home, so I should be able to do it. The problem was I left at 6:30pm and it was already getting dark after a half hour.
I had a friend/coworker pick me up and take me to work this morning. I packed all my gear except my headlamp. That would have been useful because at mile 6.5 I fell in a hole. I saw it coming, but didn't think it would be as deep as it was. So the fall didn't hurt, but my glasses fell off, and it was difficult to locate them in the dark with blurred vision and in a state of daze and confusement.
The temperature when I left was 101 and 97 when I finished. The Gatorade that I put in the freezer all day completely melted after an hour. I took a GU at mile 9. Some people tell me that they can feel the surge of energy after popping them. They do nothing for me. Am I too fat? At mile 10 I called my wife. The darkness was ridiculous and not making the run fun. I finished off my Gatorade knowing she was bringing me ice cold water. A couple of blog entries ago I mentioned that blueberry pomegranate Gatorade is the best. It's so good I think I picked it off the shelf of AJ's Fine Foods. Well after holding it in my hand for an hour and a half it tends to get foamy. Then it's not quite as tasty.
My average pace was around 9:20. My leg doesn't feel too bad, but I should go stretch it now.
From ChrisM on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 03:57:48 from 130.88.123.4
Yep you should definitely take the headlamp next time! At least you didn't get hurt / stand on your glasses whilst in the hole.
Good work on the run you were only 4 miles short this time
There are different flavours of Gatorade?! We only get orange over here!
From Burt on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 13:15:44 from 68.76.197.194
Chris, please tell me you're joking. Oh how I want to burst out in song and croon about the myriad of flavors and types!
Think about the Sound of Music while you peruse this website : http://www.gatorade.com/#/products
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 13:27:21 from 90.201.147.140
oh Burt England is rubbish with some stuff only orange but I dont like it anyways so there.......
I love the fact your GU doesnt give you a pick up buzz sorry but I hate GU TOOO
I use go gel, ya might get a booost off one of those... maybe you havent quite got to the point your out of energy and your taking the gu in time.... I dont always get a boost. if I time it well I dont get the boost but if I leave it tooo late and im slowing and feeling knackered (ha ha had to put that in) then I get the boooost :)
From ChrisM on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 13:52:38 from 86.162.198.251
'fraid not Burt, if you want gatorade in England this is the only one in the shop!
I got some free gels from the 5k and one of them has cafreine in, that might give me a boost!
From Burt on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 13:57:22 from 68.76.197.194
I never would have thought that England was a third world country. LOL!
From Burt on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 13:58:26 from 68.76.197.194
Actually what's funny, as I've spent some time in Spain, is that Spaniards don't like Root Beer. They say it tastes like medicine. Yet their hard candy tastes like cough drops!
From Steve Piccolo on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 15:56:34 from 66.60.123.63
Good attempt. I bet you'll get it next time.
From Burt on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 16:02:55 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Steve. I just need to start earlier so it's not dark and maybe wait until it's cooler. Of coures the days will be getting shorter as it starts to cool down.
From Brent on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 19:52:02 from 168.178.30.75
Burt - 500 commando points for the effort, brutal heat, darkness - Hey, be careful out there. I ran to work once, 15 miles, never again, too much traffic. It does make sense, get your workout in, not worth the risk.
If you are going to try it again: things needed: crossing gaurd vest, camel back loaded with your favorite gatorade, flashing red bike lights hooked to your shorts, hockey knee pads to protect against potential mishaps, bike helmet and a a hockey stick to clear the road as you run. And, lastly, a motorcycle police escort with sirens. Oh, also, a TV crew to document the trip for us bloggers.
Stay Kool, Be Safe, B of BS Rools out
From Metcalf Running on Sat, Sep 12, 2009 at 00:29:07 from 97.126.140.120
Wow great effort in the heat and dark!! I'm sure you will have success next time :)
From Nan Kennard on Sat, Sep 12, 2009 at 10:46:57 from 174.51.250.151
Bold run, Burt! Sorry to hear about the pothole mishap. You're such an adventurer! Maybe if you leave work a little early one day you can get 'er done in the light.
From ChrisM on Sat, Sep 12, 2009 at 10:56:45 from 86.149.223.152
Just out of curiosity how wide/deep was the hole?
I have crazy visions of a 1m wide 2m deep hole!
From Burt on Sat, Sep 12, 2009 at 12:05:01 from 98.167.151.26
I drove by the hole the next day. It was about a four feet wide and two feet deep. The fall was gentle enough that I didn't get a scratch, just a little dirty. My glasses got scratched though.
From Bonnie on Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 15:53:39 from 75.164.109.117
Oh Burt, what a bummer! Whenever I run in the dark I get a little disoriented, I 'see' holes everywhere, I feel very lucky mine are all imaginary.
Regarding gu ... I actually don't feel it, but I do find I can keep on pace easier than when I don't take it. Knowing you, I bet you will do the 15.5 miles soon, but it would help if you started off a bit slower ;-).
From James W on Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 18:08:31 from 12.151.72.1
Holy crow - that's a brutal temperature to do a long run in. I would recommend more trying to run to work than from, although that could be a major issue if you don't have showers there :) BTW, your FAIL reminded me of a website my brother-in-law told me about - http://failblog.org (they have a G-rated section only, which is all I have ever seen).
From auntieem on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 10:48:15 from 67.182.145.8
Jeez, what a brutal adventure! The heat is bad, darkness is not so good, holes are completely unacceptable. And then foaming gatorade to boot; I would have fallen to the pavement at that point.
Is everything OK now?
From Burt on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 11:15:22 from 68.76.197.194
Bonnie - how did you know I started out fast? I didn't give my splits. Were you watching me? Actually the first couple of miles were in the low low 8's, but it's hard to go slower just because there's some gradual downhill.
James - I could find myself wasting a lot of time on that website.
Auntie Em - It didn't hurt at all, but my left calf has been bugging for about a week and a half now. I'm going to take some rest and hope it gets better.
From Bonnie on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 13:14:58 from 75.164.100.30
Burt -- you *always* start off (too) fast. I don't need to actually see you to know ;-). That is why I am not sure I can run with you, I will sometimes start off my runs about 9-10 min pace, I don't warm up for about 20 mins -- I would drive you crazy!!!
From anji on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 00:09:11 from 74.211.31.112
K after reading your story about falling and about the Gatorade post I started singing..."London Bridges Falling Down"
Tue, Sep 15, 2009
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The joke that seems to be going around today:
Kanye West just interrupted Patrick Swayze's death to say that Michael Jackson's death was much better.
And check out the fabulous new link under my bio for the explanation of my blog title.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From ChrisM on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 15:03:59 from 86.149.223.152
I did always wonder about that...
Arrrggghhh I think that song is now stuck in my head LOL. This now describes my feeling towards that song! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c18441Eh_WE
From Rhett on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 18:08:19 from 74.32.218.117
So no running this week? What are you copying my running plan?
From Brent on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 22:13:17 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, no running, no biking, did the fall scare the jumping jee willikers out of you? Try a treadmill or spin bike for few days until you get your mojo back.
Stay Kool, Kool Blog Name, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 23:45:24 from 98.167.151.26
Chris - I got this from your link : This video is not available in your country due to copyright restrictions.
Rhett and Brent - I think I've strained a muscle in my leg. I can run on it, but it doesn't feel like it's getting better when I do. Imagine that. And my bike's back wheel is bent. It's probably going to cost me $120 to get a new one. GRRR!!!
From ChrisM on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 07:52:30 from 130.88.123.4
The link was for Kylie Minogue's `Can't get you out of my head' LOL I should hope that song is available in the US somehow, how could you live without?
I didn't realize your bike was broken, that's a pain, at least you have the 3 bummers over with now: hole fall/bike/leg muscle strain.
If it was your front wheel that was bent then you could solve that by asking Sam for some tips on wheelies and then wheelie into work. I think you'd have a wheelie great time doing that!
How bent is it? Can you not bend it back yourself?
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 14:56:51 from 207.225.192.66
Funny joke today :)
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 17:26:28 from 90.212.41.17
well thats a funny joke Burt........Yes to wheelieing omg thats spelt wrong ha ha wheelie wheelie wheeeliiiiiieee......... yay
Ok my joke for the day
Is it to soon to contact Whoopie Goldberg ????? LMSO
(laughing my socks off) as LMAO is cursing x
From Burt on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 17:27:48 from 68.76.197.194
How horrible are we? Well, we're horribly funny.
From Leandra on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 20:49:08 from 76.27.82.55
ha ha ha I want to tell everyone that joke! Except Kanye, I won't tell him because I hate him.
From Lyns on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 22:49:08 from 75.162.199.136
Just watched your link...when the music came on my 9 year old came running into the room and said "hey I know that song! We listen to that every time we have PE." LOL no lie he really said that! Wonder whats going on at my kids Elementary school?!?! Guess they think the 4th graders need to get rid of their chicken fat...
From Burt on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 22:59:36 from 98.167.151.26
Lyns - that is so awesome! I first heard it in 1st grade, both in music class and PE. Push ups, every morning, 10 times!
Wed, Sep 16, 2009
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Here's me and Emily in our McDonald's shirts.
I couldn't decide which one she looked cuter in.
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Comments
From Vis on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 21:46:51 from 208.88.8.20
Very cute, Burt. Your daughter of course. It's good to see a relaxing moment on the blog once in a while.
From auntieem on Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 22:40:01 from 67.182.145.8
She looks cute in both!
From Eric Day on Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 11:32:41 from 189.192.129.190
Great pictures! If you take out the guy in the picture, they would be even better ! naw, just kidding.
From Burt on Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 12:03:25 from 98.167.151.26
Travis and Eric - I know. I'm hideous. LOL!
Em - She's the cutest!
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 17:14:34 from 90.208.239.179
hey the 1st one shes cutest, no no the 2nd one, noway the 1st oh dude shes a cutie pie in both :)
and you well, thats funny get a shave dude.... ya starting to scare me LOL (kiddin) but hey IM loving it
From Nan Kennard on Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 22:29:12 from 174.51.250.151
Awwwww. What a cutie.
From ChrisM on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 07:01:49 from 130.88.123.4
Your blog mentions your two eldest are running, are they going to join the blog?
From Britta on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 11:12:16 from 72.130.108.181
she is soooo cute! How old?
From Burt on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 11:24:59 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - I shaved the beard off this morning. Smooth as a baby's butt.
Nan - I assume you're in accord with Vis and Eric.
Chris - They're not running as much as they used to. AJ is in high school now, but he attends this Stephen Covey special school, and they don't have an athletics program. I don't even think they have PE.
Britta - she is 2 years and 7 months.
From Britta on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 11:52:01 from 72.130.108.181
Our 2 year olds are really close in age. Mine's b-day is March 3. Yours?
From Burt on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 11:54:33 from 68.76.197.194
Feb. 4th?
From Britta on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 11:55:59 from 72.130.108.181
Are you unsure of her b-day? Just wondering what the ? is for.
From Burt on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 12:00:52 from 68.76.197.194
Yes. I verified it. Feb. 4th. LOL!
From Burt on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 12:01:06 from 68.76.197.194
She's so tiny, huh?
From Britta on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 12:54:14 from 72.130.108.181
So tiny and so happy! Is she happy all the time?
From Burt on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 13:30:00 from 68.76.197.194
Almost always. Even when she's sick. And when she gets hurt, it doesn't last very long. You just make her laugh, and she forgets all about it.
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 17:42:28 from 68.103.250.39
So precious and so petite! My daughter is close to her age too, she was 2 on April 29th.
From Burt on Sat, Sep 19, 2009 at 07:19:16 from 98.167.151.26
I smell a play date coming on...Britta and April, bring your daughters over.
From Merri on Sat, Sep 19, 2009 at 23:56:04 from 67.199.179.247
ahhh both are very very cute pictures of her!!!
From Lyns on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 22:39:29 from 75.162.199.136
I love this pic -- very cute & candid. ☺
From Teena on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 20:29:14 from 67.177.20.13
So so so cute!!!!
Fri, Sep 18, 2009
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I shaved my beard off today. Does that count for anything?
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From ChrisM on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 11:47:37 from 86.149.223.152
You could log it as 0.000000001 miles run?
From Britta on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 11:55:11 from 72.130.108.181
Maybe a couple oz. weight loss?
From Twinkies on Sat, Sep 19, 2009 at 11:03:36 from 98.202.132.86
Of course that counts. You have cut down on wind resistance and are more arrow dynamic.
From Merri on Sat, Sep 19, 2009 at 23:55:23 from 67.199.179.247
i'm w/ britta weight loss? how think was the beard?
From Burt on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 00:32:22 from 98.167.151.26
I think it was about 7 lbs. By now you've seen the picture.
From Brent on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 22:32:10 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, Mickey D shirt? Hey, biggest loser weight-in Oct 1st. Funny picutes of Paul and Jon. How is the recovery going, staying away from man holes?
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
Sat, Sep 19, 2009
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Congratulations to all the bloggers who ran the Top of Utah Marathon today.
Paul Peterson came in 1st place. Looking good Paul. Arriba!
Jon 'Teapot' Allen came in 6th.
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Comments
From ChrisM on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 01:57:41 from 217.42.249.99
That is hilarious! LOL!
From RAD on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 02:14:32 from 76.27.12.70
Burt, you did good too! :)
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 07:38:58 from 90.195.99.78
Hey Hey Hey your funny, thats just made me laugh out loud Burt :-)
From Paul on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 09:37:50 from 174.23.76.173
Oh man, that is FUNNY!
From Jon on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 09:44:53 from 75.169.149.58
AWESOME!!! Love the sombrero.
From JD on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 09:48:53 from 166.216.128.74
I wasn't expecting such a good chuckle so early Sunday morning! Funny stuff!
From Twinkies on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 11:03:03 from 98.202.132.86
Burt, you are quite the character. Love it.
From MichelleL on Sun, Sep 20, 2009 at 12:25:51 from 71.213.97.46
Burt you clearly have an excess of time on your hands--you should go play monopoly or risk with your kids!
From Adam RW on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 01:45:21 from 67.186.226.36
Great pics. I like the smiles from earlier in the week as well.
From ChrisM on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 04:50:08 from 130.88.123.4
Paul must have set a record marathon time for wearing that hat. However did it stay on when he was running so fast? Quite a conundrum...
From argentinerocket on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 10:50:03 from 74.9.147.114
Hilarious!!!
From RivertonPaul on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 11:11:33 from 67.42.27.114
Clever! :)
From Rhett on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 16:31:21 from 74.32.218.117
Burt, you are rivaling Paul with your pictoral humor. Paul is now going to have to step up his game. Burt, are you injured or just taking a break? Glad to hear the beard went. Now you can catch me by shaving your legs.
From Burt on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 16:54:01 from 68.76.197.194
Rhett - Interesting that you put me in the same boat with RivertonPaul. I find his blog dry and dull. (Totally kidding. I'm not even in the same league as him. He's in the majors, and I'm working my way through the farm system.) I did have a strained calf muscle, but when it started feeling better I got sick. Hopefully I'll get a few miles in this evening.
From Eric Day on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 18:41:30 from 189.192.28.1
Whoa !! Did know that Paul was my "paisano" ....
Cool pics.
From Burt on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 19:03:21 from 68.76.197.194
Paisano or payaso? I'm glad you finally commented Eric. I was beginning to think I had offended you...again. Wait, it's Kelli that usually slips with the racial slurs.
From Eric Day on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 19:15:39 from 189.192.28.1
Burt, offend me? never. Things said to me tend to slip off me... But Paul looks like the typical "gringo" after visiting Mexico...
From auntieem on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 12:16:22 from 67.182.145.8
These are hysterical! I can only hope to look so good when I finish my marathon.
From Teena on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 20:28:18 from 67.177.20.13
Laughing!!!
Very nice!
From Bec on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 00:06:19 from 67.177.35.60
That picture of Paul fits the occasional very well. One big FIESTA!!! Teapot? Yes, I can see how he fits the teapot image.
Wed, Sep 23, 2009
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Finally I went running again. Well, jogging. My calf still is bugging some. I guess I'll just focus on stretching it a lot. But I'm afraid it's a tear. Stretching a tear can't be good, can it?
I saw Never-look-at-me lady and surgical-mask lady today. My how I've missed them.
From allie on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 11:40:52 from 161.38.223.220
i had calf trouble a few weeks ago and i thought it was a tear. what helped for me was heat/ice/heat. you need to start tracking your creepy lady encounters.
From Burt on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 11:55:34 from 68.76.197.194
Well, you're doing great on tracking random things, so thanks for the advice.
From argentinerocket on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 12:13:37 from 74.9.147.114
Does it hurt more when you run or not? I don't know if it's a tear... My calves are often very tight and they hurt, but usually it gets better as I warm up... don't you love it when people talk about their problems instead of giving you a solution to yours? :)
From Snoqualmie on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 12:20:52 from 24.18.192.33
As long as we're all throwing medical advice at you, I will put in a good word for Arnica Gel. You might have to go to a health food store to get some. Massage it in. It should feel great and help a lot.
Glad you're back out there.
From Britta on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 12:54:20 from 72.130.108.181
Can you take a picture of your running friends(mask lady and don't look lady)? I want to see if my visiual is accurate (sp?). Do you yell hello at the lady who won't look at you. I can just see you being obnoxious trying to get her attention.
From auntieem on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 12:58:54 from 67.182.145.8
I second it on the arnica gel. I use it everyday, lol! Have you tried rolling your calf over a tennis ball? Its painful, but can help work out deeper muscle tightness. Glad you are running again!
From Burt on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 13:42:32 from 68.76.197.194
Rocket - it doesn't hurt as bad, but it feels like it's dead.
Sno and Em. I'll look into that arnica stuff. I think a good massage would do it well. Or some scraping like Josse does.
Britta - it was so funny because she was watching the cars in the street but as I approached her she put her head down so that her eyes were covered by the brim of her hat. I yelled good morning to her and she said it back, but she wouldn't look at me.
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 14:46:39 from 205.172.12.229
Man I wish I encountered the interesting folks you do on your runs. Nothing but the occasional dog(or goat) here. Lots of roadkill though maybe I should start naming them. Anyways that's a chipper pace there with your hurt calf. Hope it heals nicely and quickly.
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 14:55:48 from 207.225.192.66
Ya I was thinking you were still pretty speedy for having a hurt calf. I hope it gets feeling better soon.
From Brent on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 15:26:14 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, zoots compression sleeves, may help, big hair 80s, no hair 2000s, nice to see you back running. I think you should were a zoro mask, something to get their attention.
Stay kool, any normal runners out there, B of BS Rools out
From Kelli on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 16:25:36 from 71.219.96.151
I bet they missed you, too!
Take care of yourself, we do not want you hobbled!!!
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 17:49:37 from 90.195.99.78
I agree with Brent compression sleeves over the calves, I wear compression socks when my calves are feeling it, but there are about 3 different calf stretches you should do so check them out, really important to stretch different parts of your calf.
Also arnica gel yes I agree, and ice ice ice and more ice, not nice but really good and try heat rub before you run and ice after you run, but always stretch after your run then ice ice baby yeah x
p.s Zorro mask all the way dude !
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 22:12:26 from 66.60.123.63
I didn't stretch my calf when I injured it. not sure if it helped or hindered though.
From Rhett on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 23:46:04 from 216.67.220.235
I bet they missed you too Burt. I'm glad you were able to get in some miles. After my never ending injury, I have much more sympathy for others with injuries.
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 07:56:20 from 78.32.130.9
Hey Burt, yes to stretching and roller massaging especially when your injured but gentle stretching it helps with the new growth of muscle and scar tissue forming hows it doing now ?
From Mike Warren on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 07:58:38 from 208.117.124.133
Darn injuries!! I think it's twice as bad for us clydesdales. I fell off the wagon on the biggest loser. Running SGM in the Clydesdale, again!
From James W on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 17:40:00 from 12.151.72.1
I have had calf issues in the past - do you remember any distinct point where you felt any kind of popping in the calf muscle? Might be a strain, which could include a partial tear of the muscle. Unless you can see some sort of deformity in your calf muscle, I would doubt it is torn or "pulled". However, calf strains can take a long time to heal. I missed two consecutive SGM's because of a strained calf and had to take about 6 weeks off running to get it healed up. What kind of stretches are you doing? Have you tried using the stick on it? Hope it gets better.
Thu, Sep 24, 2009
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I got all geared up to go today, but my calf was having none of it. I stretched out and thought I was ready to go. Then I took about three steps, stopped, turned around, and started stretching again. I then tried again and got about 80 feet according to Garmin and said, "Forget it." I don't like not being able to run; especially since I had been doing real good up to this point. So I got on the stationary bike and pedalled for about 20 minutes. I also have continued to do my strength conditioning. I've done 50 sit-ups and 10 push-ups every day along with the occasional modified plank. My wife massaged my calf, and that felt pretty good. I was going to wear my head band double-looped around it today, but she took it off. I did ice it a little last night. So I am actually trying to nurse it, which is new for me. I'm kind of bummed out though because I took almost two weeks off from running, and it hasn't seemed to help. :(
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Comments
From allie on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 13:06:26 from 67.177.43.41
sorry to hear about this, burt. these things are definitely frustrating. when i first read this i misunderstood and thought that your garmin said "forget it"
From Burt on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 13:08:24 from 68.76.197.194
It did Allie. My Garmin's a girl. She said, "Please don't do this to yourself. I hate to see you in pain. Let's go back inside." My wife gets so jealous.
From allie on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 13:14:48 from 67.177.43.41
oh, right, i forgot. her name is carmin, right? well doesn't she get jealous when your wife gives you a massage?
From Burt on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 13:23:10 from 68.76.197.194
Yeah. She probably won't turn on for me tomorrow.
From Nan Kennard on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 14:38:45 from 174.51.250.151
Hahah. Poor Carmin. She's just the other woman.
Sorry your calf is not treating you well, Burt. I think the double-looped headband wrap would have totally healed it. Too late now though.
Seriously though, keep up the massage and ice...this too shall pass.
From april27 on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 at 21:58:30 from 99.188.251.180
Injuries are frustrating. Be patient and listen to your body--you will get back to running in no time!
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 08:02:11 from 78.32.130.9
Burt poor Carmen she must be in needing a rest LOL
Okay you rested for two weeks with no nursing, so you got lots of scar tissue if it was a pull, sounds like to me, so lots of massage and ice and heat. Try heating it up with either a warm bucket or heat rub, then stretch, then cycle with tippy toes for 5-10 mins before trying to run this may help I know it seems like lots but I did this and in time you just need to do a gentle jog to warm up then run, but all this helps reducing the scar tissue and making the muscle get back to normal elasticity..... Hey IM the expert on injuries now had so many..... LOL good luck Dude :-)
From ChrisM on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 08:19:14 from 130.88.123.4
Poor Burt and Carmen! (At least your Carmen is still alive though LOL!)
L'amour est un oiseau rebelle
que nul ne peut apprivoiser...
Sam's advice is good, plus if you keep the stationary cycling going you will help minimize fitness losses. Hope you get it sorted soon
From auntieem on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 12:39:47 from 67.182.145.8
I think the headband idea was probably good. You can get those compression sleeves for calf muscles; just supports it a bit while you run. What if you walked for a mile, then broke into your jog?
Bodies are such frustrating and uncooperative things sometimes.
From Nan Kennard on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 14:00:27 from 174.51.250.151
Yet so amazing, healing, powerful things other times....
bodies, that is.
From Lyns on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 15:08:27 from 75.162.202.127
No suggestions - just sympathy - that is really Sucky! I HATE being injured!
From Teena on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 15:32:15 from 67.177.20.13
Sorry Burt!! That stinks!!
Any chance it is feeling better today?
Glad you are babying it.
From Burt on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 16:13:42 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks for the sympathy everyone. But I don't need your pity! Just kidding. I love it. Hopefully I'll be better soon.
Fri, Sep 25, 2009
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I pedaled around on the stationary bike this morning. I'm not sure for how long. I was finishing watching the movie Slap Shots, which I thought was going to be much funnier than what it was, but apparently Leslie Nielson isn't in to making the kind of movies anymore that made him a comedic legend. This was a stinker. I watched the last half of it in fast motion trying to read the captions as I went. My rating : two pulled calf muscles down.
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Comments
From Rhett on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 16:24:57 from 74.32.218.117
Not so cool.
From Burt on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 16:29:11 from 68.76.197.194
Ha!
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 16:43:12 from 90.195.99.31
Oh dear bumma on the bad movie huh ! Ice ice baby then :-)
From Bonnie on Sat, Sep 26, 2009 at 17:47:05 from 128.196.228.134
Burt ... don't stretch for a while ... If you have look up John Ball in Tempe (he is covered by United Healthcare I am sure, I don't know about other insurance), he can evaluate it for you and decide if it is torn.
Keep up the positive (and funny) spirit!
From rattletrap on Sat, Sep 26, 2009 at 17:52:23 from 24.19.93.139
Oh no! another injured blogger. Hang in there and try to keep up the cardio doing anything that doesn't bother your calves.
From seeaprilrun on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 09:09:18 from 68.103.250.39
Sorry about that calf! How frustrating! Good for you for crosstraining and keeping it up!
From Brent on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 11:46:09 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, what did you see on your pedal around? Two pulled calf muscles down, one to go? Hang in there, calf muscles usually get better in a couple of weeks.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From argentinerocket on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 16:19:53 from 98.204.54.245
You're not serious, right? It was a joke for two thumbs down?
From Burt on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 16:27:18 from 98.167.151.26
Thanks everyone. Good advice Bonnie. I'm going to ice it again now. It's feeling a little better, but I don't want to rush back into it. Lucia, yes, it's just a joke. It's only the one calf. I'm glad you're not sick enough to blog.
Sun, Sep 27, 2009
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Here's an exclusive shot of Allizzle with her homey after the marathon.
How nice of him to support a fellow west sider.
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Comments
From seeaprilrun on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 19:35:44 from 68.103.250.39
A little extra time on your hands today?
From Bec on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 20:26:24 from 67.177.35.60
oh dear.
From allie on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 20:31:00 from 67.177.43.41
word.
livin it up with me and my fellas.
crossin the line to the cheers and the yellas.
feelin like POISON but we like it that way.
nothin else to do on this september day.
come chill with the gang - snoop, latex and allie.
party it up in the hoods of cache valley. break it down...
From seeaprilrun on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 21:04:47 from 68.103.250.39
LOVE IT!
From allie on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 21:30:42 from 67.177.43.41
alright, burt. two can play this game...
From Merri on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 21:56:33 from 67.199.179.247
snoop dawg! :)
From Nan Kennard on Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 23:59:10 from 174.51.250.151
OH NOW I SEE, Burt was the firs offender. Nice.
Allie, have you ever thought of taking up rap singing? You've got some serious groove goin' on.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Sep 29, 2009 at 14:17:21 from 90.195.99.252
I see you still not running ooohla la love the piccy and the rapping get down :-)
From Britta on Fri, Oct 02, 2009 at 10:42:51 from 72.130.108.181
Burt, I think it's just you and me for the next few days while everyone is in ST. George. Have you ever run that marathon?
From Burt on Fri, Oct 02, 2009 at 10:53:05 from 98.167.151.26
I know Britta. And I'm so mad because I totally could be on the first page of the mileage board if I wasn't taking it easy because of my calf. Oh well. I'll start again Monday. It's feeling much better.
I signed up to run SGM, but didn't get in. The only marathon I have run is TOU. Next week I'll evaluate where I am to see if I can run Mesquite in Nov.
From ChrisM on Fri, Oct 02, 2009 at 14:42:55 from 86.146.220.221
LOL!
Nobody is safe!
Which blogger will be next in Burt's photoshopping spree? Stay Tuned Folks!
From Burt on Fri, Oct 02, 2009 at 14:56:09 from 68.76.197.194
Hee hee hee. Would you believe I do all my work with Microsoft Paint?
From allie on Fri, Oct 02, 2009 at 15:09:19 from 67.177.43.41
burt...so do i. yours looks good though. with mine, you can tell.
From Britta on Fri, Oct 02, 2009 at 19:55:05 from 72.130.108.181
I just realized you have 6 kids. Wow!!
From Burt on Fri, Oct 02, 2009 at 20:01:03 from 68.76.197.194
Allie - It was hard to tell that those weren't my real clothes in your picture.
Britta - Yep. I got a lot. Want some?
From The Beast on Sat, Oct 03, 2009 at 19:41:31 from 74.211.17.81
Thanks!
From Lyns on Sun, Oct 04, 2009 at 01:22:49 from 75.162.211.111
Holla! Burt you are just too gangsta for your own good!
From Kelli on Sun, Oct 04, 2009 at 11:13:22 from 75.162.136.134
HI BURT.
From Mike Warren on Sun, Oct 04, 2009 at 13:49:42 from 208.117.124.133
Very funny!
From Burt on Sun, Oct 04, 2009 at 14:26:46 from 98.167.151.26
Hi Kelli.
Yo Lyns!
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Oct 04, 2009 at 17:53:17 from 90.212.41.14
hellllloooooo burt dude running ??????
Sun, Oct 04, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Congratulations to all the participants in yesterday's St. George Marathon. I found these pictures of a couple of the bloggers as they came in to the finish.
Walter Brown took a wrong turn but luckily found his way back on course for an 11th place finish.
Jeff McClellan came in 2nd place overall. Here he is sharing a tender moment with his pet parrot, Paulie, who provided some much needed inspiration.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Bec on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 00:44:03 from 67.177.35.60
Love these!
From ChrisM on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 04:05:20 from 130.88.123.4
LOL!
Nice work Burt!
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 05:09:11 from 78.32.130.9
omg your so funny. loving them pics ha ha ha lol
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 05:37:52 from 78.32.130.9
what you think this is "Scotch Mist" ;-)
From ChrisM on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 05:54:13 from 130.88.123.4
I see Sam has thrown a "Spanner in the works" :)
From Burt on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 10:56:02 from 98.167.151.26
Scotch Mist? Sounds like a drink you'd order at a bar. "Give me a Scotch Mist, on the rocks."
Spanner?
From Mark on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 12:05:50 from 24.129.132.74
Awesome pics!
I think I'll have to go and at least watch the St. George marathon in person because you don't see these things everyday. Any spaceships or pirates?
From Kelli on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 12:16:22 from 71.219.96.151
You are so funny! That picture of Walter is perfect, maybe it will make it in to a magazine as two of his other race photos have??? I am sure your version will be ever famous.
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 12:55:29 from 90.195.99.157
scotch mist idiom= something hard to find or doesnt exist lol
spanner means tool like geek or idiot watchit Burt ya calling me a geek !
and Spanner in the works = well come on it explains itself easy peasy lemon squeezy lol
From Nan Kennard on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 16:20:34 from 174.51.250.151
Hahahaah. Love it!
It even looks like Walter is saying "Oh oh oh HOT!"
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 16:22:08 from 205.172.12.229
NICE!
From Burt on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 16:31:24 from 68.76.197.194
Mark - I didn't see any pirates or space ships this time, but feel free to browse back the last couple of weeks to see other pictures of FRB-er's finishing TOU.
To answer anyone's doubts, of course these pictures are authentic. Would a doctored photo have a shadow of a parrot? I don't think so.
From JD on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 16:37:56 from 70.96.78.157
Ahahaha!!
From James on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 21:33:23 from 174.23.35.13
Good stuff!
From Burt on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 21:46:23 from 98.167.151.26
Hey James. Weren't you the guy that used to have Sasha in hot pink shorts on his blog? Now that was good stuff.
From Lyman on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 10:19:03 from 170.135.241.46
Love the photos!
Mon, Oct 05, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Zippedy doo da! I finally got a run in. My calf has been feeling better, but I wanted to wait until today, just to be safe. I did 50 sit-ups, 10 push-ups, a few jumping jacks, and hopped on the stationary bike just to loosen up. Then I went and stretched outside while my Garmin was syncing up. I felt good. Then I started to run, and it felt a little tight. I got worried, but went on anyway. After a while it seemed to loosen up, but my ankles felt more and more tender as I went.
It was nice to be outside again. I've been seeing more and more people out because of how cool it's been getting. My how I've wanted to join them. Today Never-Look-at-Me lady didn't even say good morning to me. In fact, she stayed to the left (her left) as I ran by her. This isn't England! We drive in the right lane! I also saw another new lady twice as she was pushing her stroller, and we were going opposite ways around the loop. Ooh, and then there was this new gorgeous looking blonde that was walking with her Ipod. But since I like older ladies, there's not much to say about her.
Time - 25:23 (avg. pace 8:28) - right where I wanted to be.
Splits - 8:18, 8:37, 8:29
Temp - 63 - beautiful
Weight: 197.00
Comments
From Metcalf Running on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 11:00:12 from 207.225.192.66
Nice run! Glad you cald is feeling better.
From allie on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 11:31:16 from 67.177.43.41
hey burt, just wanted to share a memory with you. do you remember this?
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 12:59:37 from 90.195.99.157
zippedy doo da zippedy day Im gonna have a nice day!
okay... you mention England driving on the left well I just drive all over the road so that solves that ha ha
You calf can cramp up when your stressed and the more you stress about it the more it will cramp up, so I have found but Im loosing my marbles or have I lost them I cannot remember.... actually no I wasnt in your area today he he he only kidding lol
From Eric Day on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 13:47:16 from 189.192.38.210
Excellent Burt, glad to have you back in running !
From RivertonPaul on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 18:22:45 from 67.42.27.114
Glad you got running again. Nice job with the pics, too.
From Twinkies on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 19:33:15 from 63.241.173.64
Nice run Burt. You got a good pace even with the time you have taken off.
From Brent on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 21:10:28 from 168.178.30.75
Burt, good to see you back road running, young blondes, older blondes, gotta love all the beautiful ladies. They keep us being good.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
Thanks for the STG comments.
From Steve Piccolo on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 00:04:45 from 66.60.123.63
Glad you were able to get out today.
Tue, Oct 06, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I got all decked out in my all-blue outfit; blue shoes, blue shorts, blue body armor shirt, blue Ragnar long-sleeved technical T, and blue Garmin. I was looking pretty cute. I wanted to do another nice and easy 3 mile run. However, I was approaching East Village Loop North, and I saw this lady about 200 yards ahead of me. I would have none of that. So I picked it up a tad. I was hoping I would catch her by East Village Loop South, but I couldn't tell if I was closing the gap or not. She looked pretty strong. Then she turned on 222nd St. Oh well.
I figure once I've seen people more than once, I can dub them a name. So I saw Single-Stroller lady again twice today. But this time she was running behind me on East Village Loop North, and then opposite me on East Village Loop South. Weird. She was wearing her Pat Tillman race shirt. I told her I have that same shirt, but I don't think she heard me. I also saw Interracial Couple. (Not that there's anything wrong with that, Lyns, I'm just calling it as I see it.) Actually I don't know if they're interracial. From a distance the lady looks like she's Native American and the man black. But as you get close, they look maybe Puerto Rican. Anyway, that's the name I've chosen for them, and that's what I'll stick with.
From ChrisM on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 11:09:26 from 130.88.123.4
Nice run Burt
You were legging it today!
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 13:34:40 from 90.195.99.157
Nice running if I see the man that splashed me again after today can I call him splash man lol
great splits and loving the blog as always :-)
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 16:14:32 from 90.195.99.157
oh and blue sorry burt I dont like blue its a soccer thing :-(
From Twinkies on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 18:25:11 from 63.241.173.64
Nice run. With all that blue, the people you see on your run have probably nicknamed you 'Smurf Guy'.
From Eric Day on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 18:58:23 from 189.192.106.112
What a pace Burt ! Blue space man !
From Bonnie on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 at 21:44:50 from 128.196.228.134
You were wearing long sleeves this morning?? I was a tad chilly, but warmed up fast (TMI - I wore a shirt, rather than just a jog bra, for the first time in about 5 months this morning).
That 65F is just down-right chilly.
I love your names Burt. Again, you are cracking me up! Who knows what I would be ... slow old woman probably.
From Lyns on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 00:02:41 from 75.162.211.111
Do you think the interracial couple were mormon?
From Burt on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 01:18:47 from 98.167.151.26
Chris - I actually understood you. LOL!
Sam - did he splash you on purpose? How nice.
Twinkies - uh, Hefty Smurf.
Eric - that's better than the blue man group.
Bonnie - I would call you Sports-Bra-Cougar.
Lyns - LOL! That's an inside joke everyone. You had to be there.
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 04:40:47 from 78.32.130.9
Burt if read my blog you see ?? answer I dont think it was on purpose...
I love smurf thats a good one....
Bonnie Im like you I go out with a t shirt on and end up with just the sport crop but yesterday was a double t shirt day
From Merri on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 10:46:06 from 67.199.179.247
I bet my nickname would be runs like an angel or something...i'm just sayin
:) ha ha only kidding people.
From Burt on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 10:55:55 from 98.167.151.26
A stinky angel.
Just kidding. I know you don't sweat.
Wed, Oct 07, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Apparently I ran too hard yesterday, because I woke up pretty sore this morning. I did some push-ups differently this morning, but it's too hard to describe and I'm sure no one cares, so I won't, 50 sit-ups, and stretched out. While I was stretching I was thinking my calf felt 100%. I resolved not too run as fast today. I started to go and right away my calf felt a little stiff. But it loosened up, and I think it's going to be okay. Everything is going to be okay.
I didn't see any of the regulars this morning. I'm pretty sure I saw Sis. Yarn and her daughter roller blading. I said, "Good morning Sister Yarn." halfway under my breath just in case it wasn't her. I saw a new gal that looked like she could out run the girl I saw yesterday. Where are all these speedy girls coming from?
Time - 24:58 (avg. pace 8:20)
Splits - 8:31, 8:22, 8:07
Temp - 62
On the way to work I saw Double-Stroller Lady again. I guess she's running later in the morning now so maybe I won't see her as often. I also saw a rainbow. It's barely visible in this picture, but it's there. Whenever I see a rainbow and it's not actually raining or there's no threat of rain, I get real sad. You see, the Mormon missionaries came to our house when I was a wee lad and showed that old Church slide show I'll Build You a Rainbow. It's about a young boy named Jamie. His mother is about to die. Right before she does she tells him that families are forever and she'll always be there watching over him. He says, "How will I know?" She say, "I'll build you a rainbow."
From ChrisM on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 10:57:27 from 130.88.123.4
Nice one, good idea to have an easy run today.
You don't want to burn the candle at both ends!
From Metcalf Running on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 11:37:41 from 207.225.192.66
Seems a bit fast for easy miles :)
From JD on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 12:02:44 from 70.96.78.157
The speedy girls are coming out to get a better look at you, the one muttering "Sister Yarn" under his breath. They find it intriguing. Lol!
Glad to see you running again. Go easy on that calf.
From Burt on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 12:11:03 from 68.76.197.194
Chris - I'm sore, but it's a good sore.
Lori - uh, did you see how fast I went yesterday?
JD - maybe they were intrigued by the bulging muscles ripping out of my all black outfit today. Or maybe I was daydreaming again. No, I think it had to be my muscles.
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 13:02:04 from 90.195.99.157
Hey Black outfit out silly blue outfit IN Ninja BURT
he he great thinking... always have at least one easy run after a hard run..... and the calf is gonna be ok :)
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 13:45:15 from 67.42.27.114
Looking forward to the honor, master photo manipulator.
From Burt on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 13:50:01 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - it was every 12 year old's dream to grow up to be a Ninja. I can't believe Chinese throwing stars were so easily accesible back then.
Paul - I saw a Good Wife's Guide from 1955 that looked to be right up your alley.
From ChrisM on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 13:51:39 from 86.146.220.221
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles rule! Oh those where the days...
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 16:41:49 from 90.195.99.157
Oh dear Chris they were pretty cool werent they but they were green not black ninja serious dude kind lol
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 22:06:41 from 205.172.12.229
Glad you're back at it and everything is okay. Try using some benguei.
From Burt on Wed, Oct 07, 2009 at 23:11:43 from 98.167.151.26
LOL April!
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 04:51:25 from 78.32.130.9
Rainbow were ???
From montelepsy on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 05:37:44 from 155.85.58.253
Thanks Burt, now rainbows are gonna make me sad from now on.
Thu, Oct 08, 2009
Total Distance
5.60
I found this picture of Riverton Paul who just had an incredible PR in the Saint George Marathon. Most people wait a few days and do a recovery run. This is what Paul likes to do.
I'm pretty sure I saw the blonde lady I couldn't catch from a couple of days ago. This time she was running opposite me. I think she might be my neighbor. My daughter's kindergarten teacher lives about 5 houses down the road. Apparently she was a state champ track star in hurdles back in the day. How sad is it that I really don't know my neighbors well enough to recognize them when I see them?
Time - 46:43 (avg. pace 8:21)
Splits - 8:19, 8:16, 8:17, 8:31, 8:24, 4:56 (8:14 pace for 0.6)
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 04:50:00 from 78.32.130.9
ha ha ha ha ha ha ha a ha LOL LOL
From allie on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 11:53:40 from 129.123.156.67
+10 best one yet.
From ChrisM on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 12:13:28 from 86.146.220.221
LOL! Nice one Burt!
Are those ladies on the blog?
From Burt on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 12:52:34 from 68.76.197.194
You wish Chris!
From sam Dean-Howard on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 13:53:44 from 90.195.99.157
ha ha ha typical eh! although they do look like youve stuck other peoples heads on those bodies so Im thinking I have to go look at blogs now :)
From Burt on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 14:12:05 from 68.76.197.194
Nope. Actual pictures of people from the Internet. You guys don't know what I have to go through when doing a Google Search for hot Hawaiian women.
From seeaprilrun on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 14:25:33 from 205.172.12.229
Oh dear so much fun! :) Looks like you had a good run today!
From Kory on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 15:44:41 from 24.116.153.110
Great picture! That's too funny. Nice run today and very consistent. Keep it up and you will catch Seth.
From Teena on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 17:14:22 from 67.177.20.13
HILARIOUS!!!!
Looks like he is really has some go in his hips!
From RivertonPaul on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 17:19:42 from 67.42.27.114
Burt, I can count on you to give away my secret of having been cross training my hips.
From Steve Piccolo on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 22:52:52 from 66.60.123.63
Good mileage!
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 04:43:45 from 78.32.130.9
oh ok lets give burt a full round of applause for his photo editing mastery he deserves it well done Burt :)
From ChrisM on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 05:01:44 from 130.88.123.4
Three cheers for PhotoBurt!
Hip hip hooray!
Hip hip hooray!
Hip hip hooray!
From Christi on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 09:55:02 from 174.98.97.173
Your blog brightened my day with all the creative pics :)
From Burt on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 10:38:59 from 98.167.151.26
That's what I'm here for Sista'.
From Rhett on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 17:24:42 from 74.42.168.199
I'm glad you're able to log some running miles again Burt. I'm guessing your injury is on the mend?
If that is Paul's secret, I'll do it too, if I can get the same results.
From Nan Kennard on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 at 20:02:10 from 174.51.250.151
I agree, this is your best one yet! It looks SO real! You must be pretty experienced at photo editing because that would take me about an hour to put together. Is Sasha secretly paying you by the picture to make us laugh?
From Britta on Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 16:46:48 from 174.23.42.134
SAD!!!!
From Burt on Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 16:56:14 from 98.167.151.26
Someone misses Hawaii...
Sat, Oct 10, 2009
Total Distance
7.00
Dear Nan,
Today I wanted to run 10 miles, but I had to help a widow lady in our ward move at 8am, and I got out at 6:30am, so I only ran 7.
Sincerely,
Burt
P.S. I saw Surgical-Mask Lady today. I yelled, "On your left!", and she dramatically turned around and almost tripped over herself. It was awesome.
From Rhett on Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 12:33:47 from 74.42.168.199
Awesome!!
From JD on Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 14:53:11 from 70.96.78.157
Women just seem to fall over themselves when you're around...
From sam Dean-Howard on Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 16:56:07 from 90.195.99.157
I agree with Jd lol your so funny honestly your are :-)
From Nan Kennard on Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 17:40:25 from 174.51.250.151
Oh Burt, your cause is so much more noble than mine. Good job. And you probably weren't even late.
From Twinkies on Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 00:25:57 from 98.202.132.86
Even though you didn't make it to 10 today, you have gotten in some great miles this week.
From Teena on Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 20:10:27 from 67.177.20.13
Surgical Mask Lady???
What in the world???
Nice job on your miles!
Mon, Oct 12, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I got up earlier than usual this morning because my daughter was going camping with one of her friends. I only had time for three. So I made it a good three.
Time - 22:51 (avg. pace 7:37)
Splits - 7:54, 7:45, 7:12
Sad news. One of the participants of the Las Vegas Ragnar Relay was struck and killed by a drunk driver over the weekend. More details here.
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 15:51:42 from 90.195.99.157
well done training good 3 miles :-)
Very sad and distressing news of the death of this gent...... I feel for his wife and family :-(
From Lyman on Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 16:08:54 from 170.135.241.46
Good quick three miles. Just read the letter from Ragnar concerning the death at the Las Vegas Ragnar. Terrible news for that poor family and team. Thanks for the link.
From Burt on Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 16:24:50 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - I know. Did you see that I posted right after you of FB?
Lyman - Thanks. Hope you get over that chest cold soon. Or upper respitory infection. Or whatever. :)
From allie on Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 19:56:44 from 67.177.43.41
nice speedy miles burt. definitely a good three. i saw the post about the relay in vegas. truly sad.
From auntieem on Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 20:25:58 from 67.182.145.8
So sad about the Ragnar runner.
Just read your post on my race report of last week. I am sure that the GUs were the cause - lol!
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 20:34:41 from 205.172.12.229
Oh wow that's horrible.
That's a right speedy run there!
From Steve Piccolo on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 01:16:44 from 66.60.123.63
Fast finishing speed!
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 04:30:04 from 90.195.99.157
Hey Burt I did see on FB its such a sad time for his family with such tragic circumstances....
From Lyns on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 15:21:55 from 75.162.105.57
Nice pace Burtie Burt Burt
Tue, Oct 13, 2009
Total Distance
5.60
I saw a guy out running today that I haven't seen for a while. I better name him. I shall call him Run2day because his license plate says RUN2DAY. He looks pretty fast. Very friendly. As we were passing each other I said, "Let's run today!" I'm not sure if he heard me because he was saying, "GOOD MORNING!!" at the same time. I think he's my new best friend.
From allie on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:23:21 from 67.177.43.41
wow, a PR in a training run?! nice work.
what does your license plate say?
From Burt on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:29:22 from 68.76.197.194
It says - BURTISCOOLANDAWESOMEANDHANDSOMEANDSMARTANDEVERYONELOVESHIM.
From ChrisM on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:30:26 from 86.146.220.221
Great work Burt!
From allie on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:33:31 from 67.177.43.41
i like it! i am going to hire you to be my get-away car for my next bank robbery.
From Bonnie on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:44:40 from 75.164.104.79
ha ha ha ha ... Dean and I talk about our "new best friends" all the time!
You rock Burt - thanks for the post on my blog today, I felt pretty old this morning ;-)
From ChrisM on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:46:16 from 86.146.220.221
With a number plate like that I reckon Burt must drive a limousine and have a number plate along the side! LOL
From Merri on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:47:03 from 67.199.179.247
that's funny we have a neighbor we like to call run2nite? b/c he always texts asking if we want to run 2 nite
From Burt on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:54:41 from 68.76.197.194
Merri - do you have to think of a different excuse every time why you can't?
From Merri on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 13:55:24 from 67.199.179.247
yes how did you know.
From Burt on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 14:07:57 from 68.76.197.194
It's okay to say it. I'm the one that texts you every night. So when you said, that your pet crocodile was about to give birth, that was a lie?
From Eric Day on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 14:20:07 from 200.77.39.201
Did he have his license plate on his shorts? He was carrying it?
From Lily on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 15:10:14 from 67.199.181.242
But it's okay with us if you just be honest and admit you were really checking out his butt
From Burt on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 15:15:40 from 68.76.197.194
Well Eric and Lily, I'm the one that needs a license plate on my butt because I'm so fast. I'm registered with the DMV. But he lives right around the corner from me. I saw him washing his car. And he has a nice butt.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 15:46:48 from 90.208.239.139
omg I am laughing out loud for real..... nice butt ha ha ha ooops be quiet women he he he shhhhhhhh
Okay I want a licene plate that says run or summit on it there is one locally that says LR09 RUN not sure the LR means obviously run means run ha ha ha I want S3 Run of course when I run a sub 3 marathon (ha Yes I said WHEN) ok back to the training wowsers bye bye runner Burt and HELLLLOOOOOO speedy Gonzales DUDE ! well done Nice Butt ;-O
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 01:50:08 from 66.60.123.63
Well done!
From Lyns on Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 15:16:19 from 174.27.218.69
Post a pic of run2days butt. Just so I can see if its 'nice or not.
From Burt on Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 15:34:11 from 206.19.214.144
Oh, I think I'm a pretty good judge on butt quality. Take my word for it. LOL!
Wed, Oct 14, 2009
Total Distance
4.00
I have been so excited all day for tonight's run. It's October. That means everyone goes out to Schnepf's Farm for some festive fun. In years past this means major traffic along Rittenhouse. It has long been my fantasy to go running down Rittenhouse passing all the cars in the jam. So as soon as I got home I changed my clothes because I was burning daylight. 2 miles out and 2 miles back. That was the plan. That should put me in the heart of it. But guess what? No more traffic other than the regular traffic. I'm really depressed right now.
Time - 34:14 (avg. pace 8:34)
Splits - 8:31, 8:42, 8:31, 8:31 (one of these miles is not like the other...)
oh im sorry no traffic, Ive had some really good runs when there has been a traffic jam along the route it is an endorphin booster LOL
poor odd mile out
From ChrisM on Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 04:31:59 from 130.88.123.4
The second mile is slow as it is the point that Burt realized there wasn't any traffic, what a bummer!
From flatlander on Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 09:33:13 from 76.31.26.153
Burt, this is funny, no pressure but I'm going to read your post every day.
From Burt on Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 11:46:31 from 68.76.197.194
Steve - Is it wrong to want to lower someone's self esteem because they're stuck in a car, and I'm out running free? In the end they'll thank me.
Sam and Chris - Yep. That's the mile where I got bummed out. (I hope bummed out doesn't mean anything bad in England.)
Flatlander - I fear I may have used up all my good material. If it ever gets boring, just scroll back and read. There is some good stuff a few months ago.
Oh burt it doesnt mean anything other than what I think you meant if so please tell me Chris LOL and
Flatlander I dont think Burt will run out of material LOL
From auntieem on Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 21:22:33 from 67.182.145.8
Sorry, Burt, how could they do that to you? And how can it be 73 degrees! Really?
Sorry you flubbed up mile #2; you really did have a bad day. Just give in to the depression for awhile; tomorrow is another one.
From JD on Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 21:41:43 from 209.183.51.62
Schadenfreude denied!
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Total Distance
15.08
VICTORY!! I finally did it!
After four attempts at running home from work, I finally made it on lucky number five. I think the main factor in not making it on my previous attempts was the heat. I probably could have made it last time, but it was getting so dark that it was no longer fun. I knew I would do it today.
Miles 1 thru 3 - 8:51, 8:39, 9:00 - According to Yahoo, the temperature was 89. A little hot, but better than the 100+ degrees that I had been starting out at in my previous attempts. I kept telling myself not to start out too fast. Trust Bonnie. She knows what she's talking about. However, my legs felt really tight. That's kind of weird. I only ran 4 miles yesterday at a 8:34 pace. I began to worry if I could do it. Then I told myself that they would loosen up. Sure enough, at 1.7 miles they felt great. After three miles I stopped and popped a chocolate GU. Then I downed some Gatorade that had begun to melt.
Miles 4 thru 6 - 9:09, 9:32, 9:41 - The Gatorade bottle was now a little lighter and a little easier to hold. I came up to the hole I fell in last time. Since that time I've driven past it, and I always chuckle because it's such a delightful hole. How wonderful it was that I ran right into it. But what you can't see when you're driving is that the hole is full of large stones and concrete blocks. How in the heck did I manage to not get hurt? I popped another GU (Vanilla) shortly after mile 6 and drank more Gatorade. I'm still trying to figure out if they do anything for me. I guess? I made it home.
Miles 7 thru 9 - 9:47, 9:57, 10:19 - I saw a football game going on. Higley High School I think. Stinky turf. I saw 7 bunnies. I remembered that I always see bunnies along this stretch. But why didn't I last time? Oh yeah, because it was pitch black. Between miles 8 and 9 I saw the foundations and first tier of some new electrical poles that "they" are putting in. I wondered if the poles were there last time, and I didn't see them in the dark. Probably not. I would have ran right into at least one. I knocked on each one as I ran by.
Miles 10 thru 12 - 9:53, 10:20, 11:06 - I decided to wait until 9.5 miles to pop my next GU. Strawberry banana. Now my Gatorade was completely melted. Why did I wait the extra half mile? Gave me a chance to pee in seclusion. Now it was getting dark. That's why that 12th mile was 11 minutes. I could not see hardly at all. Started thinking it wasn't fun again. I even said a little prayer that I would make it home safe. I got a little tender mercy as my path was lit by a stop light for a while.
Miles 13 thru 15.08 - 10:49, 10:44, 11:02, 0:53 - I think I popped my last GU at around mile 12.5. Mixed berry. They all tasted so good. This one I took on the run. Well, jog. I swigged some Gatorade. Then I cut through the Queen Creek Marketplace parking lot. Why are so many people going to Chick-fil-A? They must have a special going on. I ran past McDonald's. Do you think they're hiring? Then I got to Ellsworth Road which is part of my Walmart loop. At this point I knew I only had 2 miles to go. I finished the rest of my Gatorade. Should I be writing that like this - Gatorade (R)? I was still pretty thirsty. Then I remembered there's a drinking fountain at the park. So I ran past the skaters and through the basketball courts. I saw a pudgy 12 year old stuff his grandmother. In your face, Grandma! I got a quick drink and took off for the home stretch. I thought about cutting through the golf course, but it was dark, and I would probably run straight into the lake. Plus I knew I wouldn't reach 15 miles if I did. So I stayed on the sidewalk. When I got to the roundabout I called my wife and told her I would be home in about 4 minutes. I asked her to stay on the phone with me. With 0.3 miles to go my son rode his bike and his friend ran me in the rest of the way. My wife had a nice tall cup of ice water waiting for me.
Well, that was a long entry for not being a race. How pathetic am I? But it was a moral victory, and I want to remember it. I hopped in the shower, and that's when my calves started to feel like they were going to fall off. Ouch. Hmmm, maybe I don't want to run another marathon. My scale said I weight 192. That means I lost 10 lbs today. Ha! And that was after the nice tall cup of water. Well, I'm sure I'll gain it all back in a hurry. Now the temperature is 84. My legs are feeling better since I ate dinner. And I'm exhausted. Not from running. From writing this entry. Good night!
he he he Im am your no 1 fan look im first and ive messaged on facebook how good am I lol.
well me thinks you have done fantastic today long runs are not easy are they even though your running slower than normal....thankfully you did run slower too it doesnt matter when you start your long runs at all its time on your feet and distance that matters most..... I am so glad for you in achieving this run its a real boost isnt it when you accomplish something youve tried a few times a huge big well done BURT and your legs will ache but try stretching them a few times each day and maybe some ice would help
HIGH FIVE ;-)))
From ChrisM on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 05:08:05 from 130.88.123.4
Sam is such a show off, really, stealing Burt's limelight like that! LOL
Well done Burt, at last the 15 mile run is conquered!
And it is good you managed to avoid the hole this time!
From flatlander on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 08:42:24 from 76.31.26.153
Burt, good job, I know how hard it is to run in that kind of heat, takes a lot out of you, especially at the end. I can't stomach Gu or Gatorade when it's hot, I need to figure out something.
From Rhett on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 12:04:52 from 74.42.168.199
Great run Burt. Are you ramping it up for a marathon?
From Metcalf Running on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 12:23:28 from 207.225.192.66
Congrats on your accomplishment! Are you getting ready for a marathon? You kept a pretty nice pace even for running in the dark.
From Burt on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 12:56:37 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - thanks for being my #1. I can't believe my legs aren't that sore today. A little, but not much.
Chris - I've done 15 miles plenty of times before, but for some reason, it was like a mental hurdle. I just had the right frame of mind today.
Thur - I was having indegestion problems for a while yesterday in my run. But I think that had more to do with the chili dogs I ate for lunch.
Rhett - I've still been thinking about doing Mesquite in November. I thought if I can do my 15 this week, and a 20 next week, I may be able to pull it off. But it hurt so bad after I finished I was thinking, "Another 11 miles? That would kill me! I don't even want to do this run again." Now that I'm feeling better, we'll see.
Lori - Thanks. Ditto what I said to Rhett.
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 13:15:43 from 68.103.250.39
WOW I am exhausted just reading that. Congratulations. I would melt and die in that heat. Yeesh. I need to go take a nap now.
If you put the right consistant work in for a Marathon and stick to the right pace for you on the day It wouldnt be as hard as you think but if it goes wrong you may start as one person and end completely a different person honest !
From allie on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 17:13:10 from 67.177.43.41
great job burt! congratulations on your victory. that was just as exciting, if not MORE exciting than a race report. i cannot believe it is still that hot there. want to trade weather forecasts?
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 17:38:59 from 67.42.27.114
Way to go.
From Steve Piccolo on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 20:23:39 from 66.60.123.63
Way to get it done, Burt! That's a lot of GU. Did you feel wired after?
From Burt on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 21:53:25 from 98.167.151.26
April - Sorry about that. This was kind of a selfish blog. I was mostly writing it for myself.
allie - Nah. I think I'll keep my forecast. For now at least.
RP - thanks.
Steve - I did notice I couldn't fall asleep right away. But I've read other bloggers' race reports and a few people take them every three miles. And it seems like every time I've taken them in the past, they haven't done anything for me. So I was experimenting to see if maybe a bigger guy like me needs more fuel/GUs for them to be effective.
Burt did the gu make a difference this time round???? or did it just leave you wired for the night..... I seem to take my energy gel too late when Ive already started to feel tired then when I take it I feel the difference ?
From seeaprilrun on Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 13:18:41 from 68.103.250.39
sore today?
From Eric Day on Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 21:28:27 from 189.169.181.244
Wow Burt, way to go and beat that run that was giving you a hard time. Asi son los machos !
Hope you feel rested and will you be doing the marathon?
From Merri on Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 21:47:46 from 67.199.179.247
Victory, victory, thru him that redeemed us!
nice job burt.
From Burt on Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 23:32:40 from 98.167.151.26
Sam - people tell me they feel a kick of energy right away. I don't.
April - I'm not very sore at all. Good luck tomorrow.
Eric - I'll decide next week if I want to do the marathon.
Merri - you're so spiritual.
From Teena on Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 23:38:34 from 67.177.20.13
I was looking to read something funny and inspiring!!! Got it both in one swoop!!! Thanks Burt!!
Hope you are enjoying your victory. That really is AWESOME!!!
(Sorry I'm late in congratulating you on your awesomeness ... )
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME.
Huge congrats!
From Lyns on Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 01:41:53 from 75.162.105.57
Whoopeee!!!! Good job!!!!
From beef on Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 11:11:27 from 72.44.96.196
Congrats, especially in 89 degree heat!! I think it's awesome that your son ran the last bit with you, supportive families are the best.
From rattletrap on Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 23:19:25 from 24.19.93.139
Good job!
Sat, Oct 17, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Today was the Buddy Walk. That's the annual fund raiser that a local charity, Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona, puts on to raise money for certain families in need. I was on the committee for it. I was in charge of the Extreme Events which included four bouncers, the train ride, the pony ride and a rock climbing wall. I wore my Garmin to see how far I walked throughout the event. 8.1 miles (I'm not going to count them as running miles.) The actual walk was a little over a quarter mile. I ended up walking that three times; once when it started, again to see how much garbage was littered around, and again to pick up the garbage. I got a nice sunburn, too.
Emily was so cute. She looked like she was on a mission.
Weight: 192.00
Comments
From ChrisM on Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 13:03:10 from 86.136.113.157
Nice work there Burt! I hope the fundraising went well
What are bouncers? Do you mean bouncy castles? Bouncy castles are great!
From Burt on Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 13:05:01 from 68.76.197.194
Yep. There was a princess bouncy castle, a big bouncy slide, a big bouncy jungle gym, and another bouncy castle.
From ChrisM on Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 13:05:20 from 86.136.113.157
I read your link, I see the Phoenix Sun’s Gorilla was there but no Suns Dancers? You'll have to get them along next year!
From Burt on Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 13:12:12 from 68.76.197.194
LOL! I know. That would be awesome. We did have a Catholic School's cheerleading squad there. But it's not the same. And actually, the Sun's Gorilla couldn't come. He was in Mexico. :(
Mon, Oct 19, 2009
Total Distance
5.61
Nice and easy recovery run. Not really. My lower back was bothering me. I slept well over the weekend. Two naps and no trouble falling asleep at the end of the day. I saw Surgical-Mask Lady putting on her surgical mask. That was kind of embarrassing.
From flatlander on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 09:10:53 from 70.216.137.153
I had some bad back pain last year, right after I started running. I still have lingering numbness in my right foot, but the physical therapy guys gave me some stretches which actually worked. I was skeptical but finally decided those guys know what they are doing. Every case is different, though.
From ChrisM on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 09:26:02 from 130.88.123.4
Sam always has the giggles...
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 01:41:49 from 66.60.123.63
Funny :)
Good run!
Tue, Oct 20, 2009
Total Distance
4.02
This morning I thought my boy was going to be late for the bus. So I had him hop on his sister's bike while I ran next to him. We got to the bus stop and nobody was there. Usually there's a pack of kids and parents. So I ran 0.3 miles to the end of the block and then back. By that time a few more kids had arrived. Then the rest of them showed up, and AJ had a good time showing off his freshly shaved head. I shaved him bald last night. After the bus came I attempted to mount the bike and ride home. It was kind of awkward. Then Johnny-Come-Lately almost ran me over trying to get there before the bus left. Haha. Didn't make it. When I got home I ran my neighborhood loop giving me just over four miles total.
From Rhett on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 13:25:47 from 74.42.168.199
So were you riding a pretty pink bike with a nice little basket on front? That would be a little awkward.
From Burt on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 13:27:03 from 68.76.197.194
LOL. Not quite.
From Kelli on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 13:30:40 from 71.219.97.106
Nice pace Burt. You are FAST!!
SO, we decided against Del Sol, bummer. First, we have no babysitter (my sister now works so she can not keep the kids for those two days) and second, we decided we need to all of the Ragnars and we have already done that one. However, we really want to do an Ultra and it will be Del Sol, just not in 2010.
So, are you signed up? AND what exactly IS the right thing to say?
From Burt on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 13:52:50 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli - that is a bummer. Only because I won't be able to give you more brownies. I'm signed up. I don't think our team will be nearly as fast as it was last year, but that's ok. It will be fun anyway. I don't know what the right thing to say is. I just used to say that on your blog all the time, so I figured I should do it again. :)
From Kelli on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 13:59:04 from 71.219.97.106
I am kind of bummed about it, too. I liked Del Sol and I really liked your brownies! And it is on my birthday again....
man cycling down the road on a little girls bike Class Burt just class
nice run too LOL
From Brent on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 16:21:17 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, was you split times on the bike or running? Nice to see you out cranking them up. Onions, onions, too much is not good. Relays are fun, would look to do another some time.
Stay Kool, your almost ready for a Tri, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 16:26:07 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - Only I can make a full grown man riding on a girly bike look good.
Brent - Those were all running miles. I like to keep my mileage pure. I didn't even put in my 8 walking miles on Saturday.
I have a great imagination and I think thats just hilarious I have scootered home on Dylans Scooter before and had a go on his bike although I felt odd bum in the air cycling on a small bike LOL so I see some man going down the road on a girls bike I would have to say Id fall over laughing then think oh no Ive done summit like that ha ha :-)
Wed, Oct 21, 2009
Total Distance
5.61
I got up earlier than normal today because I actually needed to be to work on time. I brushed my teeth, shaved, got dressed. Then I went downstairs to wake my boy up so he wouldn't miss the bus. I saw his snakes needed water so I grabbed a cup and filled it with water. He still hadn't got out of bed so I dumped a little on his forehead. (He's used to that.) Then I went outside and did my pre-run stretch routine. I came back in and he still wasn't up. So I yelled at him to get moving. I did my Wal-Mart bypass loop and knew that if he was still there when I got back, he was not going to catch the bus. Sure enough, he was still there and not even dressed. My wife said she came downstairs and found him asleep on his chair. So now I was mad because I couldn't be late, and my wife was going to have to take him to school 10 miles away. I made him pay me $2 for gas money. The usual punishments of grounding don't seem to be working, so let's see if hitting him in the pocketbook has any affect on him. Any thoughts?
Okay how old is he? Im such a softy my son walks all over me then I explode like a cake with a bomb ha ha ha.
Id probably make him take the next bus and be late as our sons school make them miss break time if they are late ! such a cruel mother leave it to the school to punish him ha ha ha (im such a wimp)
From Metcalf Running on Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 12:31:52 from 207.225.192.66
Nice run today! I'm thinking that your kids are younger then mine, but money usually has a good effect on getting them to do what needs to be done. It's funny because with my daughters the only thing that would get them to do things was to take away their books LOL The thoughts of not being able to read a book usually got them to behave. As for my son's it's usually money or take away the driving privliage.
Thu, Oct 22, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Q: What do you do when you see a 200 pound man barreling down the sidewalk?
A: You move out of the way as fast as you can! That's a no-brainer.
Three little brothers and sisters were walking to school this morning. Cute as buttons. Dumb as doorknobs. I kept thinking, "Any second now they're going to move over for me. Any second. Hello? Giant man moving right at you at a high velocity. Please move. What are you staring at? They're not moving." At the last second I had to dart around them. The littlest one looked like the little boy on Daddy Day Care. So cute. It was hard to stay mad at them.
ha ha ha thats funny Id just run em over lol I had a situation like that parked cars o the road I was on the pavement two young scantily clad women walkin towards me side by side I was doing a mile rep and I dont stop for cars never mind silly women omg I ended up shouting move not stopping and ran through them omg so glad I was fit then cos theyd never catch me up in those big heels they had on LMAO
on that note Well done great run and glad you didnt pancake them as they sound so cute :-)
p.s whos the daddy !
From Burt on Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 15:14:41 from 68.76.197.194
Merri - Slow poke Burt? Are you hacking my blog again???
Sam - you're the daddy. Queen daddy!
From Britta on Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 16:03:48 from 24.30.166.47
From flatlander on Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 10:53:46 from 76.31.26.153
I almost got hit by a bicycle this morning. I guess it's my job to stay out of the way. They dress like Lance Armstrong and they never say hi.
From Burt on Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 10:56:34 from 98.167.151.26
Why did I say blogs twice in a row? OCD, I guess.
From Burt on Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 11:04:27 from 98.167.151.26
Flatlander - Stay out of the way of the cyclists. LOL! Even I don't like to talk to anyone when I'm on my bike.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 13:17:07 from 67.42.27.114
You need to remove your cloak of invisibility before running.
From flatlander on Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 13:20:49 from 76.31.26.153
Maybe if I was a little faster they wouldn't mistake me for a tree . . . .
From Brent on Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 18:18:27 from 76.8.201.223
Harry Potter, AKA Hairy Burt - its good your not a day dream believer, with the beatles. Too funny, some walkers are clueless, 2,3,4 abreast expect runners to have ballet moves. I thought you were going to hurdle the kids? 100 commando points for half back move avoiding the kids. You know, tutus give your the magic power to make those ballet moves.
Stay Kool, Happy Feet - stay on your toes, B of BS Rools out
Sat, Oct 24, 2009
Total Distance
8.00
AM Run
This morning I met my Ragnar team to do some hill work. Only one of my teammates showed up. It was a fun time though. We went to South Mountain. That's a very popular place for runners, mountain bikers, and hikers. The parking lot fills up quickly. We got there at 6:30am, and it wasn't too bad yet. I was quite proud of my parallel parking job. I saw (close your ears allie) a coyote run across the road.
We ran for 2 miles up the mountain, then back down. The first mile had a net elevation rise of 170 feet. We covered it in 10:20. The next mile had a 340 foot rise. That took us 11:54. Coming back down that first mile took almost as long because it was so steep and rocky; 11:39. Then we hit the dirt road and cranked out an 8:10. We wanted to get 5 miles in so we ran on the paved road for half a mile (80 foot descent), and turned back around to finish up. The last mile took 8:28.
It's been a while since I've done hills. I could feel the burn in my calves. The view from the top of the mountain was pretty. I shoulda took a picture.
PM Run
I wasn't content with only 5 miles today so I went for 3 more this evening. It was dark out, so I kept it nice and easy. Plus I was wearing a cotton shirt and I didn't want to irritate my areola. My splits were 8:47, 8:40, and 8:37.
From rattletrap on Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 00:59:17 from 24.19.93.139
Isn't that areolae? Or were you only worried about one of them? Remember, cotton is the enemy!!
Way to go on that hillwork. You're gonna make your team proud.
From Burt on Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 11:33:56 from 98.167.151.26
Carolyn - Parallel parking on an incline with a stick shift is a feat in itself. Admittedly, I did hit, well nudge, the car behind me trying to get out.
Trap - that's originally how I had it spelled, but Firefox kept giving me that squiggly red line underneath it. What's the plural for it if you have three of them?
From Steve Piccolo on Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 14:55:32 from 66.60.123.63
Good job on South Mountain (pretty scenic) and getting two runs in!
From sam Dean-Howard on Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 17:16:55 from 90.201.147.44
ha ha whats a stick shift???
great running dude thats awesome (I took Dylan to a sk8 park today 2 long hours of bmxing! hence the language dude) ha ha
Whats the short for giggle giggle is that just he he :-)
From Eric Day on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 13:45:36 from 189.192.44.86
Cool run Burt. So you can drive?
From Burt on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 14:19:56 from 68.76.197.194
Steve - yeah. I bet you've done South Mountain a few times.
Sam - I guess someone who drives a crotch rocket wouldn't know what a stick shift is.
Eric - callate la boca! Can I drive? Puh-lease! I will say this. Spaniards are far superior than Americans at parallel parking. They have to do it all the time on those tiny streets they have.
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 17:10:34 from 90.201.147.206
ha ha Burt, I ride a crotch rocket, I looked it up its just a manual gear box.....ha ha love it :-)
From Steve Piccolo on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 19:45:42 from 66.60.123.63
I've never run up South Mountain. I probably would have keeled over back then. But I have hiked it 2-3 times.
Mon, Oct 26, 2009
Total Distance
12.26
What a beautiful morning for getting on the front page of the mileage board. Should people aspire to get on the the front page of the mileage board? Heck ya! Whatever motivates you. I did my 5.6 mile WalMart bypass loop. I heard a cock crow right before the sun broke the horizon. I got to the '2 miles to go' point and realized I needed to stop at the bank and make a deposit, if you know what I mean. With 1 mile to go I was hoping I wasn't going to overdraw my account, if you catch my drift. As I reached my driveway I was hoping nobody was watching me because I was doing the tight-legged walk to the front door.
After balancing my check book, if you smell what I'm cooking, I went back out the door for my second lap. At the end of my street I darted out in front of my wife who was coming back from dropping my boy off at the bus stop. Now I was regretting not taking the time to put some more body glide under my arms where my sleeveless body armor shirt was rubbing me raw. Other than that thought, I was feeling really good this morning.
What comes around goes around. At about mile 9.3 I heard a soft gentle female voice say, "On your left." It kind of startled me. Mostly because I was surprised to hear a soft gentle female voice uttering those words. How could someone of the female species with such a pleasant sounding voice be passing me? I turned around and saw that she was on a bicycle. I tried to act cool like nothing happened, but I'm sure she saw the shiver go down my spine.
At mile 10.2 as I was approaching the elementary school my 6 year old goes to I came upon a mother, a daugher, a son, and a dog. As the mother and dog were hugging the left side of the sidewalk, I made sure to yell to them loud enough and early enough to warn them. "On your right!" The mother turned around and saw me. The son didn't have a clue. She desperately tried to get the stubborn kid to move out of my way. He reminded me of my kids when we tell them to do something, and they have to know why first. I was thinking, "This is one of those situations where you yell at your kid to get out of the street before they get hit by the car, and they don't listen. Ma'am, would you like me to smack him upside the head?" Ultimately I had to run off the sidewalk and around him. But instead of saying what I thought, I mustered up my nicest voice and said, "Good morning."
At mile 10.6 after I'd passed the elementary school a young boy was riding by on his bike. I usually don't say anything to the kids, because you can't in this day and age. But he surprised me with a hello. So I said good morning to the next kid that came by on his bike and got nothing.
I ran by my house just as my wife was backing out to take the other kids to school. I motioned to her that I would be doing one more mile. That would put me over 12 miles for the run, and should at least allow me to be on the first page of the mileage board for a little while, even if it doesn't last the day. My 12th mile was my one and only mile over a 9 minute pace. What was that all about? Oh well. I still felt really good. Must have been the chili dogs and ice cream I had last night.
From Eric Day on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 14:36:13 from 189.192.44.86
Wow Burt, nice run, cool.
Hope the checkbook is fine...
From Smooth on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 14:49:48 from 174.23.240.142
Burt! You crack me up! LOL :) Very entertaining! :D WAY to get on top of the mileage board!
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 16:20:10 from 90.201.147.206
Great run Burt and miles in the bank eh! well done for doing so many miles nice one !
I love it, I frightened some women to death yesterday on my long run I shouted coming through and she jumped so far to the side it was funny but I said sorry and thankyou ha ha.
yeah and way to go on being on top of the board for a moment or 20 ha ha
From Metcalf Running on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 16:27:41 from 207.225.192.66
Nice miles today... and an intertaining blog entry!! Way to get you miles in!
From Rhett on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 16:44:16 from 74.42.168.210
Thanks Burt, I laughed all the way through that blog.
From allie on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 16:51:36 from 67.177.43.41
great miles to start the week. i am glad there was no mention of taking out a loan, if you know what i mean.
great cardinals game last night. yes, i watched it. and yes, i was cheering for them just because of you. i can cheer for eli another day.
From RivertonPaul on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 17:23:13 from 67.42.27.114
Nice run. Great post as usual.
From auntieem on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 18:03:18 from 67.182.145.8
Hey, Burt, I just checked, and you are on the first page, and so am I! I wonder what we have to do to stay there. GREAT MILES!
Hilarious blog entry; your experience with "on your left" reminds me of the movie "Spanglish". The woman character in there is a runner, and she sort of reminds me of myself (the worst side of myself). She's one of the funniest movie characters ever
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 18:12:24 from 205.172.12.230
Nice run. It read like a storybook. You should write children's books--I bet you could illustrate them by yourself too using photos and your workmanship.
From Kelli on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 18:13:00 from 71.219.97.106
Awesome run Burt. And congrats on the high mileage for the week so far, a very worthy goal.
Funny report. I am glad the bank let you in to make your deposit, I think I would lock the doors.
From Burt on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 21:13:38 from 68.76.197.194
It's Halloween week, so everyone gets nicknames.
Eerie Day - It's all good now, but it's time to put more money in the bank. I don't know what that means.
Spooky Smoothy - glad I could crack you up. I hear that's hard to do, Mrs. Serious.
Sad-Mean Howler - did she really die?
Gory Lori - my first nick name of the week, thanks.
Rat - I hope you didn't laugh so hard that you got a hernia.
allie cat - I'm not sure I know what you mean. I'm just glad nobody stole my identity. How sweet of you to root for the Cardinals.
RivertonGhoul - thanks.
Haunt-i-em - I finally got bumped off the first page. And I need to watch that movie again. It's been a while.
SeeaprilRIP - if you liked today's entry, you're going to love tomorrow's. Just love it.
Killy - Yeah, it would be best to lock yourself inside the vault.
From Nan Kennard on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 22:00:47 from 174.51.250.151
Bat-Thanks for the laugh. I'm glad you didn't have to take out loan too. Running shorts dont offer a very high credit limit. I actually had to take a loan once. Not my prettiest moment.
From RAD on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 22:51:46 from 76.27.12.70
Nice work! I love reading your entries...always entertaining :) I've never heard the 'loan' analogy before, but I laughed the whole way through it! Glad you got front page billing, I don't think I've ever achieved that :( Maybe I'll save my long run for next Monday to see if I can do it!
From Burt on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 02:04:09 from 98.167.151.26
Frankennardestein - I bet. And they got all those cameras all over the bank, too.
Rabid RAD - Do it. It's all about the glory.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 04:18:54 from 90.201.147.206
Igor- were is my name ???? and as for taking a loan out well I know all the public toilets near my routes LOL and bushes ha ha
From mike mcclellan on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 08:38:47 from 75.120.40.228
Way to go Burt! And I thought that I was the only one that ran long runs on Monday mornings.
From Burt on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 11:05:44 from 98.167.151.26
Sam - you're Sad Mean Howler. See, I took the d and switched it with the m. Clever, huh? Then instead of calling you coward, I said howler, because werewolves howl.
Mummy Mcclellan - you ran some serious miles yesterday. Keep up the good work.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 16:40:44 from 90.201.147.206
Igor Im not sad im giggly and a coward oooooh igor your naughty lol
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 16:45:30 from 67.42.27.114
Burt,
Great job with Sad Mean Howler.
I will tell you my real name is Fig Bat Kerj. Wonder if you can come up with any nickname for me.
From Burt on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 16:50:40 from 68.76.197.194
Hmmmmmmm........... nothing's coming to mind. Usually they just jump right out at me, but you're real name's got me stumped.
From Lyns on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 14:37:13 from 75.162.105.57
Nice!... you are tearing it up out there.
From Lyns on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 14:38:25 from 75.162.105.57
BTW - there are consonants - Eyere (ee-err-uh) tis not pronounced air - booyah!
From Burt on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 15:18:18 from 68.76.197.194
Queen Zumba Zombie - go shove some more vowels in your last name, why don't ya.
From Burt on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 15:19:01 from 68.76.197.194
By the way, since I put Tristan and Isolde in my queue, you have to put Ping Pong Playa in yours. Booyah!
From Lyns on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 15:28:52 from 75.162.105.57
Ping pong playa .... what?!?
From Burt on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 15:33:18 from 68.76.197.194
It's about a Chinese guy that thinks he's black. He says booyah all the time, so that's why I thought of it. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0991167/
Tue, Oct 27, 2009
Total Distance
5.60
Recovery run. It was kind of cold. My ankles and shins were tight. I saw this fat guy out running. (I'm allowed to say that for obvious reasons.) We both got to the intersection at the same time. I had to wait for the light to turn green, and he got to keep going. Under my breath I said, "I'm coming for you buddy." I couldn't catch him, but I think I made some ground up on him.
I was fortunate enough to see April finish her first marathon at the Wichita HHM. What she didn't tell anyone, because she's so modest and humble, is that you had to hula hoop the entire 26.2 miles. I snapped this picture of her coming in to the finish.
From flatlander on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 11:05:02 from 198.207.244.102
You're racking them up this week. Isn't it funny how older guys never lose the competitive instinct, we just hide it better? Of course, "older" only refers to me.
From Rhett on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 12:06:10 from 74.42.168.210
Nice recovery after such a long run yesterday. Do we get to keep our Halloween nicknames all week long? I think I may go by Dr. Rat at work.
From ChrisM on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 12:52:53 from 86.162.199.190
LOL!
I bet you wished you had run 0.15 miles more!
From Burt on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 13:33:48 from 68.76.197.194
Flatliner - A wise poet once said, "Glory days, they'll pass you by, glory days, in the blink of a young girl's eye."
Dr. Rat - yep, all week.
Chris Munster - That's right you sorry punk. But the day's not over.
From ChrisM on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 14:09:50 from 86.162.199.190
My golden locks time hath to silver turned...
I can't believe you stopped at the red light, I laugh in the face of red lights!
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 14:09:56 from 205.172.12.229
LOL Well Burt I wasn't going to tell anyone about that because I was afraid people would make fun of me. Really, if I could hula-hoop that good then I would quit my job and go work at the circus. Nice run, it was good to see you.
From Burt on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 14:28:59 from 68.76.197.194
Munster - I think my poet is a little more contemporary.
RIP - did you get more points for using multiple hula hoops? LOL!
From Rhett on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 16:12:19 from 74.42.168.210
Burt, I said "at work." Here I just want to be a regular ole Rat.
From sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 16:39:21 from 90.201.147.206
Great run next time youll get the fat guy LMAO nice photo too and if any one can hula hoop 26.2 miles theyd have abs of steel like Allie ha ha
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 10:47:28 from 67.42.27.114
Hips baby.
From sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 13:16:03 from 90.201.147.206
and hips hunny ha ha
From Lyns on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 11:04:27 from 75.162.105.57
Booyah!
From Lyman on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 12:44:05 from 170.135.241.45
Thanks for seeing the lighter side of life. I've been laughing my rear off reading you blogs. Thanks.
From Burt on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 15:39:26 from 68.76.197.194
Lyman Lycan - you my friend are quite welcome.
Thu, Oct 29, 2009
Total Distance
17.41
Another run home from work. This time I wanted to take my bike route so I could get 17 and change. I wanted to do this to determine whether or not I would do the Mesquite Marathon. I really started to crash towards the end. I know some of it was because it was dark, but still I was cramping up pretty bad. I don't think I'm ready for a marathon, but I haven't ruled out the half marathon. The marathon only costs $55, and the half marathon costs $45. It seems silly not to pay the extra $10 and not do the marathon, doesn't it? Such a bargain price. Actually $55 is a steal for a marathon. I don't know of any cheaper. And $45 for a half is pretty reasonable. But I know there are a handful of bloggers that will be there, so I'd like to go.
I wanted to try Hammer Gels out on the run home tonight, but I forgot to go to Sports Chalet. On the way to work I swung by, but they don't open up 'til 10am! I planned on eating pasta for lunch to carb up, but my friends Brad and Stefani took me out to lunch. We had delicioso Mexican food. Thanks guys! I stopped at Fresh and Easy on the way back to the office to see if they had any Gels. All they had was Power Bars, so I bought two of them, chocolate and cookies & cream.
At 4pm I shut 'er down at the office and went to change. Problem. I accidently packed two Body Armor shirts instead of my Performance Underwear. Dang it! Well, I guess I'd have to go commando and hope my shorts weren't too see through. My saving grace would be that it's getting dark shortly after 6pm. (Why on earth would I tell the world that I wasn't wearing any underwear? My grandkids are going to read this someday.)
I took off with the plan to stop every four miles, eat half a bar, and drink a quarter of my 32 oz. Gatorade. It was 64 degrees when I left, and I wondered if my Gatorade would actually unthaw. Around mile two it seemed like it might actually melt. However, my hands were frozen. I stuck to the game plan with the exception of eating on the run and stopping only to swig down my Gatorade.
When I got to the halfway point I tried to text my wife "half way." Texting while running is a talent I lack. It wasn't until I got home that I realized I texted "hale yax." Now it was starting to get dark. I was running on the dirt with the traffic, but when it was too dark I crossed the street and ran against the traffic in the bike lane. I didn't like that. The posted speed limit on Ellsworth Road is 45mph, but the average speed is 60mph. Then when the bike lane ended, I went up and ran on the farm road, and that's when my times really slowed down.
I got to the round-about which means 0.4 miles to go. I called my wife again so she could talk me in. My son ran the last 0.15 miles with me. I was dead. Dead tired that is. I didn't have the energy to go upstairs and shower right away. Dinner was almost ready, so I opted not to shower but made sure to keep my distance from everyone because I stink bad. My home teachers came over at 8pm. I had to sit in an isolated chair with my legs together.
From Vis on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 23:52:02 from 208.88.8.20
Wow, Burt. Awesome miles. What are you trying to prove?
From auntieem on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 00:01:50 from 67.182.145.8
Really? I've been booted off the mileage board page 1, but probably not you.
From Burt on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 01:33:33 from 98.167.151.26
Transylvania Travis - I'm making a statement. Read my lips, "I AM AN IDIOT."
Hauntie Em - Dang it. I'm barely not on either. The weeks not over though.
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 05:55:41 from 90.201.147.228
Wow Way to go Igor well done thats so good, great mileage, and remember long training runs are supposed to be 1-1.30 mins or even 2 mins slower than estimated marathon pace, I think youve done exceptional, I run my long runs at 8/8.30 pace.... You train a different system going long and slow.
Okay Dude no no sorry Igor, I think your son is great running that last bit with you thats so cool well done... I think maybe you on mile 15 you boinked ! really you need to eat that bit more carbs the night before a long run as well as breakfast hey I did great off a full english last sunday LOL
High Five
Great piccy too :-)
From ChrisM on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 06:32:16 from 130.88.123.4
Nice job Burt!
So you are doing the marathon for sure? At $2.1 per mile that is a bargain!
The trick to sending texts whilst running is to write the text before the run and save it in the drafts section of your phone, then you don't have to type it out when you are running!
And I'm glad you avoided any potholes.
From Brent on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 10:36:00 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, how much time before the marathon? Hey, sign up for the marathon, you can always do the run two miles, walk a minute - 17 is a good long run, I did my first marathon with only one long 17 mile run. 300 commando points for your effort. By the way, Hammer Gels are the best. If I lived closer, would do the marathon and pace you.
Performance underwear? Hum, that could have several meanings? Leave that one alone.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Eric Day on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 12:52:47 from 189.192.30.0
Wow Burt, great run, Yo tha Man !! Awesome.
Texting while running, mmm? I don't think I could even make a call while running, would have to stop, search, press send & hope I get an answer...
From allie on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 14:00:13 from 67.177.43.41
great run burt. i think you should do the marathon.
i have never tried texting while running but i know i would be horrible at it...i can't even mess with my ipod without running of the curb or falling into a ditch.
From JD on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 14:44:42 from 70.96.78.157
All hale the yax!
Great run.
From Twinkies on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 14:54:48 from 134.24.147.249
Great run Burt. I can't believe you saw a yax. Those creatures our had to spot in the dark.
From Rhett on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 15:10:49 from 74.42.168.210
Nice run and nice thinking to keep those legs together while the HTs were over. I guess they had to do their HTing early this month since the last day is a holiday?
From Burt on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 15:31:11 from 68.76.197.194
Howler - I was so close to calling it in, but then I would think, "I've done 14 miles. What's 3.5 more?"
Chris Munster - I had the same idea about texting. But it sounds like it would be too much work setting it up, and I waste so much time on the blog, I wouldn't be able to. LOL.
Brent Mydland - don't be dogging my Performance Underwear.
Eerie Day - you couldn't do it because you run too fast.
allie cat - I don't know if I want to put myself through the pain.
Devil Derum - My wife texted me back - what? I thought for sure she was going to come and get me.
Stinkies - At first I thought it was a chupacabra. No joke though, I swore I saw a black wolf in the middle of the day running down Southern Ave.
Rat - The very first missionary correlation meeting I had in Spain I was treated to a nice view of the branch mission leader's scrottiserie regions as he sat there with his "holy" sweat pants on and nothing else. I'll never forget it.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 15:37:15 from 67.42.27.114
Great report. Good job not flashing the home teachers.
From Burt on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 15:46:17 from 68.76.197.194
RivertonPaul bearer - You have no idea. One companion just moved, so he brought his wife.
From sam Dean-Howard on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 18:35:23 from 90.201.147.128
Ha ha texting whilst running thats funny, I have tried and nearly fallen over like Allie Im clumsy and my texts go to the wrong people when Im walking never mind running :-)
From Burt on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 18:37:15 from 68.76.197.194
BTW allie cat - thanks for exposing the picture of me on your blog. I gave that to you for private use.
From Nan Kennard on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 18:38:21 from 174.51.250.151
Wow! Nice run! I agree with everyone else that has said Run the Marathon! You can do it! You've been training so diligently. You may as well let it all pay off with a Marathon. You'll be amazed at how much better you feel with lots of other people running around, aid stations and support people on the course. There is a lot of synergy to it. In some sense racing the marathon is easier than running 20 miles all by yourself.
From BlondeRunner on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 23:37:46 from 68.164.42.57
Great job Burt. Good read (and the no underwear part is too funny). lol...sounds like you had a good plan
From Teena on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 23:57:18 from 67.177.20.13
I am impressed with your mad skills! I won't even carry my phone with me on a long run -- too heavy! ha!!! :)
Seriously ... nice job tough guy!
Btw, how was the chili cook off?
From josse on Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 17:51:13 from 70.193.220.136
I would just do the half, that is what I decided after doing a half this morning. I just don't think my body could cover that distance, a half is easier to put my head around. See you there!
From seeaprilrun on Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 21:08:38 from 68.103.250.39
Awesome run Burt! Now are you sore? I betcha you could make it through the marathon and pr!
From mike mcclellan on Sun, Nov 01, 2009 at 18:24:39 from 192.28.0.21
Man you sure making it hard to stay ahead of you on the mileage board. Great run Burt!
From Burt on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 14:13:42 from 68.76.197.194
Frankennardestein - While I do believe everything you said, you have to understand that a guy of my physical geometry tends to crash pretty hard. A lot faster than a lung on a stick.
Bloody Runner - it was a very liberating run. lol
Hallowteena - the chili cook off was a fun time. The memories of it are still lingering.
Jigsaw Josse - thanks for being the voice of reason. Everyone almost had me convinced to kill myself.
SeeaprilRIP - I'm not that sore. And with a PR of 5:18:49, um yeah, I'm sure I'll break that. lol
Michael Meyers - You got me last week, but I'm coming for you this week.
Mon, Nov 02, 2009
Total Distance
10.11
I am a man of constant sorrow. If you've seen the movie O Brother, Where Art Thou?, then you know that that is a line from a song sung by the Soggy Bottom Boys. When I got home from my run this morning I noticed that all my sweat had found its way and settled in at my bottom. Speaking of the crack of dawn, I liked being out before the sun. The full moon provided pretty good light. The sun did finally come up, and it was fun looking at all the candy on the ground dropped by trick-or-treaters. I saw three pieces. I guess you had to be there.
From Rhett on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 11:49:07 from 74.41.249.102
Very poetic Burt. Nice run. Did it get you on the first page of the distane board again?
From Eric Day on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 11:53:04 from 189.192.12.221
Ditto on Rhett comment, very poetic. In my awful run of yesterday I also saw quite a few pieces of candy on the street and, of course, candy wrap...
From Burt on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 12:13:05 from 68.76.197.194
Rhett - at the time I posted I was 2nd on the 2nd page. Curse your Rattletrap!
Eric - there was probably more candy around yesterday here. Maybe the coyotes ate them all.
From allie on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 12:43:59 from 67.177.43.41
burt - did you stop and eat the candy for energy? you crack me up when you make yourself the butt of your own jokes.
From Brent on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 12:58:53 from 168.178.30.194
Burt, AKA soggy bottom boy - beautiful morning, how much candy did you eat on the run? Your sequence of thoughts, crack of .... right after settled at the bottom? too funny. Very nice run after your long run a couple of days ago. Have you decided on the half or the full, not moon, marathon?
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 13:19:59 from 68.76.197.194
allie - I seriously thought about eating the candy. But I have this fear of mean people filling it up with X-Lax.
Brent - I haven't decided. Everyone almost had me convinced to do the full, but Josse was the voice of reason. Clever about the lunar cycle.
From sam Dean-Howard on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 13:25:48 from 90.201.147.128
Burt your so funny I love the poetic ness another of my weird sams language !
hmmmm coyotes on candy I could just see the sweets and E's working theyd be running round like little naughty children LOL
Half Moon for Burt then ;-)
From Steve Piccolo on Mon, Nov 02, 2009 at 23:11:43 from 66.60.123.63
I listened to that song on some of my long runs. I guess it was fitting :) Good job on getting some good miles.
From nguyenvn on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 06:41:02 from 75.77.22.187
Burt, thanks for the welcome. Hopefully we both can work on lowering our run times even more. I have a marathon scheduled in February. Hopefully I can break 4 hours this time. I'm feeling very confident in my training right now.
From Mack on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 17:47:17 from 71.111.182.118
Burt, you are a very strange man! But despite that, I still find myself drawn to your blog to see what you will write each day.
From Burt on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 17:57:13 from 68.76.197.194
Thanks Mack. I need to hear things like that.
Tue, Nov 03, 2009
Total Distance
10.11
Tales of the gruesome. Yesterday it was still dark out when I started my run. The bad thing about that is when a critter runs out in front of you, you have no idea what it is, and you scream like a girl. When I say you I mean you. I, of course, do not scream like a girl. But I will admit that when two bunnies ran in front of me, I was startled and it elevated my heart rate. So this morning as I was running I saw a headless bunny in the bushes. Not sure why a coyote would only eat the head. And then a couple of feet away there was another bunny smooshed all over the road. Coincidence? After a while of more running a mouse (or a huge rat) scurried out in front of me. Again I was startled. So when I got home my wife told me there was a mouse caught on one of our traps. The bottom line is - don't scare me. You will die.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 12:35:16 from 68.103.250.39
10 miles two days in a row! Nice! I'm going to go look at the mileage board now--you may be front page.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 12:36:03 from 68.103.250.39
Yep. front page. and not even the bottom
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 13:32:09 from 207.225.192.66
Why all the longer miles lately? Are you getting ready for a race?
I will never scare you :)
From Burt on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 13:37:01 from 68.76.197.194
Yeah yeah yeah, April. Whatever. You're still ahead of me. LOL.
Lori - I'm still thinking about Mesquite. I just might do that marathon after all.
From Kelli on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 15:45:02 from 71.219.97.106
I think you should go to Mesquite, it looks like a good marathon!
This blog makes me laugh because in the last week I have seen two dead deer, a few snakes (alive) and more smooshed and disgusting animals that I could net even identify. But NO headless rabbits.
From Sam Dean-Howard on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 16:03:40 from 90.201.147.124
ho ho ho santa sam just beat you on the board LOL
nice 1000 miles and I would scare you as I have an evil Side ya know LOL
From Lyman on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 16:22:00 from 170.135.241.45
Way to go on the 1000 miles!
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 16:51:13 from 67.42.27.114
Nice mile achievement.
From Merri on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 17:01:15 from 67.199.179.247
whoa 20 miles in just 2 days. that's what I call crazy burt. crazy. and nice job on the 1000 miles.
From allie on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 17:48:05 from 129.123.255.207
grand mileage! haven't caught your type-o yet...
From Burt on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 18:03:54 from 68.76.197.194
Kelli - I'll go if you go.
Sam - I know you're evil. I'm just glad there's a giant ocean in between us.
Lyman, RivertonPaul, and Merri - thanks. It's nothing compared to most bloggers, but I'll take it.
allie - you never heard of a coyoted? jerk ;)
From Burt on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 18:06:17 from 68.76.197.194
BTW allie - the Twix bar was still there today. If it's there tomorrow, I'll eat it just for you.
From Teena on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 18:08:36 from 67.177.20.13
Congrats on the 1000!!! :)
From Brent on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 20:39:24 from 76.8.201.223
Burt - did halloween come a couple of days late? Sounds in the dark, run like a girl (a fast one)when you scream. Have many tales about creatures in the dark, take pepper spray. Hey, nothing like the accomplishment of finiishing a marathon. I always choose the marathon if I can finish before dark (scary creatures out there).
Stay Kool, nice run today, B of Bs Rools out
From Britta on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 02:03:40 from 98.148.73.26
20 miles already!!? Do you have a mileage goal this week?
From Sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 07:43:13 from 78.32.130.9
Burt I can swim pretty good ya know LOL
From Kelli on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 17:46:13 from 71.219.97.106
We debated going because Scott's grandparents have 2 condos in Mesquite, so it would be FREE. But we are committed to NO racing until January. Maybe we should just come and cheer everyone on....but I HATE Mesquite. We will see.
From Burt on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 17:47:59 from 68.76.197.194
I think you should let your good friends from the blog stay in the condos. What do you think?
From Kelli on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 17:48:56 from 71.219.97.106
If you want to stay with his grandparents and parents (unless they are not there that weekend....)
Wed, Nov 04, 2009
Total Distance
10.13
Regrets
This is what I regret. I got my boy up for school before I left this morning. After I did my first loop, I hollered at my house to see if he was still there. Of course nobody heard me or saw me, but I knew it was getting time for him to leave for the bus. I went around the block and looked down the golf course where I know he likes to cut through. I saw some steam or smoke coming up from the grass a ways off. Knowing my pyro son I immediately started thinking the worst. But instead of checking it out, I kept going. As I rounded the curve I saw my boy walking to the bus stop. That's when I regretted not going to see what it was. My wife's going to be mad when she reads this because she doesn't like my guilty until proven innocent approach with him. I tried to catch him off his guard by asking him what he did on the golf course. "I walked on it." Then I went for the throat, "Did you light anything on fire???" "NO." I guess I'll never know if it was a fizzling firecracker or just a some warm water causing steam to rise in the cool air.
This is what I don't regret. I told allie yesterday that if the Twix Bar that I've seen the last two days was still there this morning, I would eat it. Dang it all if it wasn't still there. Well, I'm a man of my word. Blech. It was all stale tasting. It wasn't too bad once the stale cookie went down and the chocolate and chewy caramel remained. It started to remind me of the Power Bars I ate on my long run last week. Below is the actual wrapper it was in.
The bad thing was that I ate it at mile 3.5. The drinking fountain isn't until mile 7.0.
On a healthier note, at the time I posted mile mileage this morning, I was #6 on the mileage board. That's never happened this far into the week before.
Notice how only three of us don't have more than 1000 miles for the year.
From ChrisM on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 10:08:24 from 130.88.123.4
Straight in at #6 on the mileage board is Burt!
Go Burt!
From RivertonPaul on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 11:12:49 from 67.42.27.114
Inspiring.
From flatlander on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 11:13:49 from 198.207.244.102
Good grief, that is a lot of running for 3 days. Way to go.
From Burt on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 12:24:24 from 68.76.197.194
Sorry I didn't have any details about the run up earlier. But it's all up and going now.
From Sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 12:50:01 from 90.195.99.119
Go Burt go Burt Go Burt well ok I just overtook you sorry ;-(
And Im going out for more addiction isnt good I tell you its really naughty insane.
Love the twix thing they still taste nice though dont they, I like Mars bars too with coffee Neros coffeee :-)
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 12:58:59 from 68.103.250.39
Go Burt! 10 more tomorrow?
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 12:59:58 from 68.103.250.39
Hey we are right next to each other on the mileage board. Really I'm not running a little extra to edge you out!
From Burt on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 13:05:24 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - you're not sorry.
April - that's the plan. And I know you're trying to edge me out. You're compensating for something. Maybe your lack of HEIGHT? Ouch!
From Sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 13:29:44 from 90.195.99.119
If I were in your neighbourhood Id knock on your door and run some miles with you but that still wouldnt help you beat me LOL and yes I am sorry but ..... oops no butts ere
From ChrisM on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 13:35:51 from 86.162.199.190
Buts are for sitting on Sam, so sit on yours and Burt can go run a couple more miles LOL
From Nan Kennard on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 14:53:03 from 174.51.250.151
Nice mileage, Burt. Way to be. Gross about the Twix though. When my husband was in the MTC he ate a nutri-grain bar off the men's bathroom floor. Not in wrapper. Top that.
From Burt on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 14:57:32 from 68.76.197.194
Was it fast Sunday? Yeah, I'm not going to top that. Although, in 8th grade I saw one of my friend's smoking in the bathroom. I knocked the cigarette out of his mouth and he picked it back up and continued smoking it.
From Bec on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 15:27:14 from 67.177.35.60
You make me laugh. Thanks for the great Twix story. I for sure would have ate it the first time I saw it. YUM
From Burt on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 15:32:09 from 68.76.197.194
Bec, don't tell anyone, but someone had stepped on it, too. If I'd seen any openings in the wrapper, I wouldn't have eaten it.
From Sam Dean-Howard on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 15:32:29 from 90.195.99.119
Urgghhh Nan thats gross sorry but I have a hygiene thing! and its rubbed off on my son he washes his hands like a million times and has to have special cream now cos his hands get sore LOL
Chris my please do not swear sorry Butt aint sitting pretty tonight I ran it off ha ha LOL
From Paul on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 15:38:06 from 76.27.122.123
How do we know that is you, and not some other "Burt"?
The Twix bar reminds me of the Cliff Bar I found on the ground in the portapot at the 15K on July 4. I kept it, obviously. In fact, I still have it, and would be happy to mail it to you. I already ate the Gu I found in the parking lot. I would have eaten the Cliff Bar too, but it's not gluten-free.
From Paul on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 15:39:40 from 76.27.122.123
I keep clicking on the mileage board, but none of the links work. Should I report it to Sasha? Maybe I'll just try clicking more. I'm probably just not clicking hard enough.
From Lyman on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 15:43:13 from 170.135.241.45
Good job with the 10-a-day plan. I with you "guilty untill proven innocent". Mothers can't think like little boys were most men (myself included) are in essence still little boys and know what they are capable of.
From Burt on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 16:31:56 from 68.76.197.194
Oh yes, Paul. This is the real deal. But keep clicking. I'm sure sooner or later it will work for you. Don't give up!
Lyman - so you got my back when I get home tonight and have to face my wife?
From auntieem on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 17:42:53 from 67.182.145.8
Burt, its even more exciting that you still have a few days to blow last week's mileage out of there! Good work; are you sore?
From Burt on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 17:46:07 from 68.76.197.194
auntieem - I was more sore yesterday. I think I'm getting used to it. I feel great. A little sore. But it's a great sore.
From Rhett on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 18:33:42 from 74.42.168.210
You rock Burt!!! And I'm not talking about your awesome placement on the milage board. Downing the Twix in MANLY!
From nguyenvn on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 20:11:32 from 71.68.254.197
Awesome job Burt! I've been keeping my yearly mileage this year and I'm right there with you (773 so far). Will definitely hit 1000 this year....however, I have to say wow to everyone else who have doubled/tripled my mileage. You guys/gals rock!
From JD on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 20:55:41 from 166.203.105.19
I prefer Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
Nice miles this week!
From rattletrap on Wed, Nov 04, 2009 at 21:08:48 from 24.19.93.139
You rock Burt! I did the twix thing with a bottle of water a couple years ago on a run and I didn't even wait until the next day. I grabbed it on my second 7 mile loop :)
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 04:44:34 from 78.32.130.9
Oh no Burt I have a dilemma Paul has left a chocolate bar in the fridge do I steal it ???? its my favorite Galaxy or do you think hes trying to trick me LOL
From ChrisM on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 04:50:29 from 130.88.123.4
That reminds me Sam
Storytime:
When I was little I used to make airfix models, anyway one day I thought it would be funny to get a choc bar wrapper, remove the chocolate and put cardboard in instead (and put it in my Dad's lunchbox). This was fine but I used airfix glue (and too much of it as well). The result was the sandwiches etc absorbed all the fumes from the glue! Yuck! That kind of ruined the lunch! Whoops
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 07:24:57 from 78.32.130.9
ha ha ha I used to do that with chocy bars too id wrap them back up and with anything I could find to make them look like they havent been eaten and put them back in the cupboard LMAO. Poor dad a sticky lunch !
From Lyns on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 11:25:54 from 75.162.213.213
A twix off the street - I hope it wasn't laced with drugs...
Really though - nice job on the mileage Burt. You are killin' it!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 16:42:44 from 90.195.99.13
streak still going Burt I hope ya ok ????
From anji on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 17:51:22 from 24.49.170.170
im proud of you for the Twix eating while running.....i love to drink dr pepper while running sometimes....but then i get side aches but totally don't regret it either!!!!!
From Merri on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 20:45:54 from 67.199.179.247
you're the wind beneath my wings.
From Burt on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 20:56:34 from 98.177.216.165
I told you Lyman.
Thu, Nov 05, 2009
Total Distance
10.11
Today I had to stay home with the sick baby while my wife took my sister in for minor surgery. The internet wasn't working and it was just miserable.
Well, I'm still on target for doing 10 miles every day since Monday. I had to split it up into two parts today. I set my alarm for 4:30am, but that's not exactly when I got up. I did my 5.6 mile Wal Mart Bypass loop. Then I had to take my daughter to her 7am play practice. I didn't have on any Performance Underwear today; just my tighty whiteys. After 10 miles the tag really started to irritate. That, and sitting in my own filth for about half an hour. Before heading out again I ate a banana and drank some Gatorade. I noticed I had a lot more energy. More than yesterday that's for sure.
From Lyman on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 21:39:35 from 75.169.105.114
Dude, your not letting up with this 10-a-day thing! You've past me up on the mileage board this week for good. And your just getting stronger as you go. Its got to be the candy bar you ate off the ground yesterday.
From flatlander on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 21:45:30 from 198.207.244.102
Excellent week you are having, keep it up.
From Brent on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 at 23:03:07 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, curious, what is the 10 mile a day training plan? How many days in a row? How long before the marathon or half? Anyway, shows you have some good endurance. good luck.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Steve Piccolo on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 03:07:44 from 66.60.123.63
I usually wear my underwear inside out on long runs to avoid the tag rubbing my skin raw. Great week so far. Keep it up!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 04:09:47 from 78.32.130.9
Love it, great running and well done on the mileage streak how did the suns do?
hmmmm yeah rubbing skin aint good I often get chaffing LOL
From ChrisM on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 04:12:15 from 130.88.123.4
Nice work there Burt!
Will you get a new PR this week for most miles in a week for you?
I think you will keep up the 10 miles a day from now on, now that you have experienced the delights of page one of the mileage board, it's a great place!
From ChrisM on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 12:17:38 from 86.162.199.190
Page one of the mileage board of course comes at a price, we pay it gladly
From Rhett on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 12:18:27 from 74.42.168.210
Looks like it is time for band aids over the nipples, or maybe just some vaseline will work. I've never experienced that. Knock on wood.
From Burt on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 13:29:17 from 68.76.197.194
An exploded nipple is a small price to pay for the glory. I forgot to put the Body Glide on that part of my body because I was putting it on so many other newly chaffed areas.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 14:08:45 from 90.195.99.151
Oh the joy of mileage eh! body glide is so good though when Im doing a long run it goes all over my feet not once have I had a blister :-)
oh and other places, but if I forget it aint good LOL but even with body glide if you get soaked you still get chaffing.... Sorry for you bloodiness Burt im not horrible eough to laugh at that :-(
From Brent on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 14:33:25 from 66.7.127.219
Burt - nice 10er again, hum, not too photogenic. Red and yellow don't go well together. Nice pace on the 10er given your upped mileage.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rool sout
From auntieem on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 17:04:41 from 67.182.145.8
Just get a sports bra! That's what I do; works great.
You are really racking up the miles! I am so impressed, and would like to keep up, but I'm still whining about my leg. Rats!
From Burt on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 17:13:03 from 68.76.197.194
Sam - it's okay too laugh. It hurts my wife more than me.
Brent - I was thinking if I wore green it would be great for Christmas.
auntieem - and fill it with GU's?
From Brent on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 19:25:41 from 66.7.127.219
Auntieem and Burt, you two crack me up. Always a fun day. Good Burt has a great sense of humor.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From rattletrap on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 20:09:27 from 24.19.93.139
Is that a cotton shirt you're wearing?
From Lyman on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 20:21:34 from 75.169.105.114
Sports bra is the only way to go, or as Sienfeld called it a "bro". You can stuff it with small bladders of water. Sure it will slosh around but it gives a much more realistic feel.
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 20:53:10 from 24.249.48.250
Go Burt! the 10-mile saga continues! Love the battle wounds!
From Merri on Fri, Nov 06, 2009 at 21:18:33 from 67.199.179.247
ouch!
From argentinerocket on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 at 11:16:43 from 69.171.176.46
Yuck! Looks painful!
From JD on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 at 19:36:41 from 166.128.3.157
Nice shot.
From Lyns on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 at 21:44:25 from 75.162.196.36
sick!
Nice mileage though.
From Britta on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 at 21:52:09 from 98.148.73.26
OOOOOwwweeeee!
From Burt on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 01:20:03 from 98.177.216.165
From Burt on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 18:35:16 from 98.177.216.165
That's the thing. It didn't hurt. I got home and looked in the mirror, and was like, "Ah dang it! I wonder how many people saw me like that?"
Sat, Nov 07, 2009
Total Distance
11.17
Week's over. I have never run more than 60 miles in a week. In fact, I have never run more than 50 miles in a week. IN FACT, I have only run more than 40 miles once. I almost doubled my mileage for the whole month of December. It's amazing what you can do when you put your mind to it. Last week I ran 17.4 miles. I thought, "Well, that was tough, but I bet I could do 10 miles every day next week if I slow it down some." So now that it's over, I'm definitely taking it easy next week. I've heard too many bad things about upping your mileage too quickly.
I waited until the afternoon to get today's run in. I've done the same route every day this week; that is my 5.6 mile Wal Mart bypass loop followed by my 4.5 mile Founders Park Ward loop. After the bypass loop I stopped at home for a breather. My knee was kind of aching so I questioned if I should go back out. Listen to your body, Burt. Don't hurt yourself being stupid. But I'm so close to 60. Is it worth it? Yes. I went back out and did the last loop. Then I came in and noticed I was only 0.7 miles away from ChrisM. Should I go back out? Nah, I like Chris. I don't want to hurt his feelings. He's a tender little guy. But my wife talked me into it. So I went back out again and did me 1 mile loop around the block. That last mile actually felt pretty good.
I'd like to thank Steve Piccolo for his advice on wearing underwear inside out. I couldn't have done it without you buddy.
From Lyman on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 at 23:26:21 from 75.169.105.114
Very impressive mileage this week.
From Vis on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 at 23:31:18 from 208.88.8.20
Don't hurt yourself by bumping up the mileage too quickly. Nevertheless, pretty impressive.
From rattletrap on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 at 23:33:54 from 24.19.93.139
First page on the mileage board at the end of the week?! Way to go! If you keep this up your pace will surely reflect all that hard work. Just don't overdo it if you start feeling worn down.
From nguyenvn on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 00:58:19 from 71.68.254.197
awesome job Burt!
From Burt on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 01:19:19 from 98.177.216.165
Thanks everyone. I'll definitely take it easy next week.
From ChrisM on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 05:26:36 from 86.162.199.190
Excellent work Burt! I'm glad that beating my week's mileage help motivate you.
Keep up the good work.
But I'm not really very little (6'2'') LOL!
From flatlander on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 06:56:14 from 198.207.244.102
Very inspiring week, Burt. I think the marathon time you have posted here is way out of whack with your half-marathon time as well as the pace you always take when you run. You should have a huge PR the next time you run a marathon. Good job.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 09:21:08 from 90.195.99.151
Woswers speedy gonzales there too well done Burt Dude that is a great week of mileage im so glad you go through it all.... mileage is hard but well worth it. Yes take it easy for a week but still run or the hard work will be gone well not gone gone but ya know what I mean LOL
From Walter on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 10:19:03 from 76.27.15.208
Nice running Tex! Im proud of you! You are a force to be reckoned with! Are you coming up to Mesquite to challenge me on the 21st?
From Steve Piccolo on Sun, Nov 08, 2009 at 17:34:17 from 66.60.123.63
Hey, any time I can be of service, I'm happy to do it. :) Great job on the mileage this week! That's impressive. Did you decide to do the full marathon? I guess it depends on how you feel and what your interest level is, but I think you can make a good showing.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 11:48:46 from 68.76.197.194
I really want to do the Mesquite marathon. The problem is with a bunch of sickies in the house racking up the medical expenses, I haven't paid for it yet. But with my birthday coming up, I'll have the marathon be my present. Or maybe I'll just plan on winning and taking home the $1500. Or beating up Walter after he wins and taking his check.
From Walter on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 11:58:31 from 206.53.153.183
That sounds very strategic Burt! And I could use a good beating! It has been all to long!
From Burt on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 12:03:55 from 68.76.197.194
Sounds is the key word. Even though I'm twice your size, after running a marathon, I'm pretty sure you could take me. Heck, probably even before the marathon.
From Walter on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 23:11:21 from 76.27.15.208
Burt, I may be able to get in a sock and then run away fast. lol So is that a yes to running Mesquite? Im trying to decide on the half or full.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 23:47:23 from 98.177.216.165
I just signed up for the full two minutes ago. Now to see which bloggers live in Mesquite so I can have a place to stay...
From Walter on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 23:51:22 from 76.27.15.208
When you signed up did it give you a place to look to see who is entered?
From Burt on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 23:54:13 from 98.177.216.165
I was hoping it would, but it didn't.
From Steve Piccolo on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 23:59:14 from 66.60.123.63
Glad you signed up. You could stay with us, but you've had to drive 4 hours out of your way. St. George really isn't very far from Mesquite, so you might be able to find someone who lives there.
From Burt on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 11:39:21 from 68.76.197.194
Steve - you're all heart. Maybe next time. Good idea about St. George, though.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 11:46:46 from 90.195.99.103
OMG you have entered a marathon wow Burt thats so good, and then I looked at the date 21st Nov this Year way to go :-)
Mon, Nov 09, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
It felt kind of weird only doing 3 miles this morning. I'm also noticing that it's taking me longer to warm up now that I don't have as much body fat to keep me insulated.
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 11:13:55 from 68.103.250.39
Betcha that 3 miles felt short! 10 tomorrow?
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 11:31:43 from 90.201.147.98
Well done, 3 miles is better than None! and you aint an Arctic Seal so yeah no insulation mr lean mean running machine LOL great splits too !
From Rhett on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 11:46:41 from 74.41.249.102
Only 3 miles. I was logging in expecting to see another 12 mile Monday to put you atop the milage board where you rightfully belong.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 13:40:14 from 68.76.197.194
I felt so deprived today. But I know it's for the best.
From RAD on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 14:27:01 from 76.27.12.70
Nice work just getting 'em in! I'm sure that 55 degrees is SO cold for you :)
From Merri on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 14:54:06 from 67.199.179.247
did you run with a band aid on today?
From Burt on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 15:07:43 from 68.76.197.194
RAD - 55 was cold. Oh my goodness. I almost thought about wearing a long-sleeved shirt.
Merri - no band aid today, but yes for Saturday.
From RAD on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 15:16:06 from 76.27.12.70
yeah, uh huh...I feel for you! I think our HIGH today is 55 :) I need to live in Arizona! At least somewhere warm, I'm such a pansy about the cold!!!
From mike mcclellan on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 18:14:52 from 99.195.185.219
Would this happen to have anything with the nipple?
From Burt on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 18:16:50 from 68.76.197.194
The nipple is good. I'm just tapering.
From mike mcclellan on Mon, Nov 09, 2009 at 18:24:21 from 99.195.185.219
Whatcha Running?
From Lyns on Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 11:10:16 from 75.162.196.36
You poor thing with your less body fat. Drink some more egg nog.
Tue, Nov 10, 2009
Total Distance
5.60
Again with the weirdness. Not only am I not going as far on my runs as I was last week, I'm going faster than I was. So it just seems odd this week that I'm done so quickly. Oh well. I'm sure I'll get over it.
From leslie peterson on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 11:35:29 from 76.23.61.78
Holy Thunder! That's fast. How many days did you do 10 miles in a row? Great job!!
From Eric Day on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 11:39:11 from 189.192.55.254
Hi Burt, I see you are upping your miles greatly. Just be careful, take it easy, go at an easy pace...don't want to get hurt.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 11:50:14 from 90.195.99.103
Hey well done on your training today, I am yet to run never mind the eat sleep run eat sleep run I have eat sleep eat and sleep today amongst clearing the house and a mountain of otherthings done but hey I may run tonight if Im lucky LOL
so well done today speedy
From Burt on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 11:56:57 from 68.76.197.194
Leslie - you're funny. It's not that fast. But to answer your question, 6 days in a row!
Eric - I'm being careful. Mileage will be way down this week.
Sandy Dune! lol! thanks.
From Rhett on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 14:30:38 from 74.42.168.210
Burt, did you end up deciding to do the Mesquite Marathon? I'm guessing that is why you are cutting milage.
From Burt on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 14:35:52 from 68.76.197.194
Yep Rhett. I'm doing it. Call me stupid.
From Rhett on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 15:37:08 from 74.42.168.210
Burt, no way I'm calling you "stupid." Well, at least not about running the marathon. I think that is awsome. It will be your first full right? That was the first marathon I ever did. Just remember not to go out too fast because the last 6 to 8 miles have some serious hills.
From Burt on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 15:42:38 from 68.76.197.194
This will be my second, but my first was a disaster. I'm pretty sure I'll set a new PR!
From Burt on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 15:42:51 from 68.76.197.194
and thanks for the advice.
From RAD on Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 20:19:24 from 76.27.12.70
YEA!! That Mesquite marathon is going to be a party. I was going to go, unfortunately life interfered and it was a no-go :( You will do great, taper well and a new PR will come (probably by an hour or more!)
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 00:17:57 from 205.172.12.229
Burt you're tearing the road up now.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 13:25:31 from 90.208.239.171
Ok 11 comments two days on the run not allowed so irritating so here goes for comment no 12 LOL you run yet today Burt ?
Wed, Nov 11, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
No run today. Yesterday both tops of my feet were aching, so I decided to rest today. I kept thinkging about Jennifer Weyermiller. Jenny was a senior when I was a freshmen in high school. She was the fastest girl in the state. As a freshmen she broke the AZ state record in the 100. She broke it again as a sophomore. She broke it again as a junior. And as a senior, she broke her foot. A week before divisionals she was complaining about a soreness in her foot. Coach told her she didn't need to run, but it was our big invitational meet, and she wanted to do well for the home crowd. She ended up breaking her foot in the 200. Stress fracture. So, call me paranoid, but I think a day of rest will do me a lot of good. Don't you?
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From RAD on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 15:08:43 from 76.27.12.70
yes! This close to the race you can't help yourself you can only hurt yourself. Way to stay smart!!!
From JD on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 15:36:52 from 70.96.78.157
yes
From Burt on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 15:38:15 from 68.76.197.194
RAD - spoken like a true professional.
JD - thank you for the answer. Simple and elegant.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 16:39:15 from 90.208.239.171
Bahhh Humbug ha ha only kidding
Y E S to REST and ICE good choice :-)
From Brent on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 20:45:11 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, ice from the inside out, eat ice cream.
Stay Kool, Buuurrr, B of BS Rools out
From Nan Kennard on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 21:32:32 from 174.51.250.151
Breaking bones is never fun. I broke my fibula once in a race. I actually heard and felt it crack near the end of my race and limp-sprinted the 200 ft to the finish line. That was after running through pain for about 3 weeks. I shoulda known. Now I know better. Good choice, Burt.
From Steve Piccolo on Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 22:37:19 from 66.60.122.20
Yes, especially the week before a marathon.
From Rhett on Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 10:58:23 from 74.42.168.210
Smart move taking a day off. You're close enough to race day now that your running is just to keep your body fresh.
From Merri on Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 18:25:45 from 67.199.179.247
Jenny will never learn.
From nguyenvn on Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 20:51:08 from 71.68.254.197
Definitely rest! Although most of us runners do tend to enjoy some pain, well at least I do haha, everyone needs to rest. You're looking good Burt! I see a huge PR coming up!
Fri, Nov 13, 2009
Total Distance
5.58
What a difference a fresh set of legs make. I think I'm starting to get sick. The last time I got sick was when I stopped running for a couple of days. So I wanted to make sure I got out today and sweated it all out. My son had strep throat, and my throat is starting to get yucky. We quarantined him to his room. But I snagged a cheese puff out of the big bucket the other day which I'm sure he had his grimy little hands in.
Last week I was averaging around 8:45 which is what I want to average in my marathon. I wanted to run that today because I ran 8:07's Tuesday and then my feet started to ache. But my fresh legs didn't want to go that slow. It makes me wonder if I should go a little faster at the beginning of my marathon while I'm fresh and then fall back into an 8:45 groove. Or will the fast start kill me later?
It was really cloudy out this morning, but not at all cold, even with the breeze. On-Your-Right-Bicycle-Girl passed me again this morning, but she didn't scare me. Around mile 4.8 I started getting stomach cramps. From the sickness? I sprinted the last quarter mile and averaged 5:30. Hard to believe I could actually run faster than that for a full mile.
From Rhett on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 12:00:26 from 74.42.168.210
Burt, on that course you may want to go a little faster than you goal pace for about the first half because it is all downhill. A little faster meaning only 10 to 15 seconds per mile. It will be tempting to go a lot faster, but trust me. You will pay for it at the end if you go out too fast. That is the only time I've ever cramped up running before, when I ran that marathon. The last 6 miles are brutally hilly. Save something for them.
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 12:51:07 from 68.103.250.39
Glad the fresh legs were zippy. Hope the strep doesn't try to spread we have had that at my house lately.
From allie on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 13:34:32 from 67.177.43.41
hope you can keep the sick bugs away. rhett is right...you can go out a bit faster because of the downhill, but if you let the pace get out of control (it's easy to get caught up in the moment) you will DEFINITELY pay at the end, especially with the uphill portions. pacing is an art on this type of course (and in every marathon for that matter). you will be glad you still have your legs when you start passing all the "penguin" runners at mile 22.
From AmberG on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 13:50:45 from 64.255.89.47
I just watched your blog title video . . . . . . . . . . . :) funny
From Brent on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 14:07:04 from 66.7.127.219
Burt, run smoooth, run smooth, run smooth - pounding the quads - avoid avoid - I would not be too concerned about pace the first half, run smooth, whatever that pace may be. Your goal is to finish, right? No question you will get a PR.
Stay Kool, smooth, B of BS Rools out
From Lily on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 15:54:39 from 67.199.181.242
Looks like a good one
From Nan Kennard on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 18:44:57 from 174.51.250.151
Woah, nice sprint at the end! For your marathon I think you should just go out in 5:30 pace and see how long you can hold it.
From Eric Day on Fri, Nov 13, 2009 at 18:55:50 from 189.192.55.254
ha, good one, 5:30 pace.
Don't worry about pace, just go at what you feel comfortable, and go all the way. Maybe at the end you can sprint if you still have the energy...
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 08:50:14 from 90.201.147.160
I agree with April your Zippy, but I prefer Bungle Geoffrey and George is really cute LOL
Ok enough jokes if its down hill, well run faster but dont push the pace as someone else said the quads will pay for it, save somthing for those horrid nasty sounding hills barrrhumbug to hills.
Nice sprint today too well done
From Kelli on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 16:24:30 from 71.219.97.167
So, are you running Mesquite? Jose said he thought you were.
From Burt on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 16:40:42 from 98.177.216.165
Jose is correcto. I'm doing the full!
From Kelli on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 16:46:44 from 71.219.97.167
GOOD LUCK!!!! I am excited to hear about this race. We were going to come down for fun and cheer, then they decided to make the 21st be the 1 full Saturday of tithing settlement, so now my husband will be otherwise occupied. I was sad.
From redrooster on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 21:42:55 from 71.219.150.58
Burt, I will look for you at the packet pickup Friday. my wife and I should arrive around 6 or 7 PM depending on weather and traffic and are staying right at the casa blanca hotel. avoid that strep, my greatest fear right now is getting sick. the swine flu would destroy 16 weeks of training pretty fast....
From Teena on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 22:28:50 from 174.52.45.85
What are you doing snagging cheese puffs out of the big bucket??? :)
From Burt on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 22:42:44 from 98.177.216.165
Rooster - We should be arriving about the same time. I'm staying with Gary Culver from the blog. When I emailed the race director the other day, he said only 140 people were signed up for the full, but that number changes every day. Should be fun!
From Merri on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 17:34:26 from 67.199.179.247
So did you get sick?
From Rhett on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 17:56:17 from 74.42.168.210
Burt, what's the taper plan for this week? How you feeling?
From Burt on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 19:12:49 from 12.231.112.98
Merri - a little. I'm over the sore throat now, but I've got these major intestinal cramps.
Rhett - 5.6 tomorrow. 3 the next day. Done.
From Lily on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 19:16:26 from 67.199.181.242
Burt's got the 'runs'. haha
From Burt on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 19:20:24 from 12.231.112.98
Go drink some egg nog, Lily.
From redrooster on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 20:34:58 from 129.123.3.31
140 people??? now I am almost sure to get lost on the race course. I sure hope they get their promised USATF certification for this thing.
From Leandra on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 22:53:40 from 174.52.142.13
Hey! You've gotten pretty speedy in my absence! I know you've missed me! Good running these past few weeks!
From Burt on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 12:04:36 from 12.231.112.98
Oh Lani, I've missed you ever so much.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
Total Distance
5.59
I'm feeling pretty good about this whole marathon thing. Today I started out pretty slow and just kept the pace going. I thought, "This is all I have to do to run a sub 4?" Now I just have to do is worry about my legs cramping up. But if I drink Gatorade at every aid station, I should be all right, right?
It was cold this morning. I wore shorts and a long sleeve shirt. I figure it's going to be colder this weekend up in Mesquite. So I should try and get used to it. My fingers were pretty frozen so I was twirling them around like a fancy drum player. Good thing it was dark out.
Speaking of heavy metal bands, I recently reconnected with a friend on FaceBook that I've known since 2nd grade. He plays in a local band called The Furnace. They rock pretty hard. This is the first time I'm going to try and post a YouTube link. I hope it works. The lead singer sounds like Animal at times in this song, but it's pretty good. My friend is the one in the long sleeves playing the guitar. And there's some running in the video, so it's very appropriate.
From ChrisM on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 09:31:06 from 130.88.123.4
Tip to keep fingers from going cold:
Keep them under your armpits*
*May not be practical for running.
The marathon is next week? Good luck when ever it is, I'm sure you'll be fine.
From flatlander on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 09:52:28 from 198.207.244.102
Burt, good luck in Mesquite, I think you are set up for a great race.
From allie on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 11:51:02 from 129.123.250.33
good luck at mesquite this weekend. until it is 15 degrees in arizona i don't believe you that it's cold.
From redrooster on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 12:10:51 from 129.123.3.31
how is our support team shaping up? do you have the team in pace?
From Burt on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 12:18:57 from 12.231.112.98
Chris - My armpits do smell like roses, so at least they would be fragrant.
Flatlander - thanks for the encouragement.
allie - Did I say cold? I meant old. I dressed up in old man's clothes. It wasn't cold. Duh.
Rooster - I'm a one man wrecking crew. When AZ sends someone, they send their finest.
From Steve Piccolo on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 13:01:13 from 66.114.246.21
Hi Burt. Do you tend to get cramps a lot while running? I guess the electrolytes in Gatorade could help avoid those, but it might be a lot sloshing around in your stomach. So I'd say just play it by ear and see how it goes, but I bet you'd be fine without drinking it every aid station.
From Rhett on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 13:09:01 from 74.42.168.210
You'll do great Burt. Can't wait to hear about it.
From ChrisM on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 13:09:54 from 86.154.107.162
I'm not sure if you can get it in the US but there is something called Nuun that you can get to help with electrolytes. They are tablets that you dissolve in a couple of seconds in a cup of water (you just carry the tablets around and use the cups of water at the water station). Might be worth a look
From Burt on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 13:22:12 from 12.231.112.98
Well, I sweat a lot. I think that makes me lose salts which causes the cramping. I plan on replenishing as often as possible, but I will play it by ear. Or by sloshing.
From Eric Day on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 13:24:40 from 189.192.78.113
Burt, try eating a banana about an hour before the marathon, that will help with the cramping. And, of course, the gatorade at every aid station: walk through them, you will loose a few seconds but at least you will drink the whole cup and have more energy at the end. best of luck as always.
From redrooster on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 13:26:06 from 129.123.3.31
I add some elete to my water when it is hot on long runs. it comes in little half ounce plastic bottles and you just add a few drops to some water. could be tough to do on the run in a race though. here is the info:
http://www.eletewater.com/
All it is is concentrated sea water I think. I will try to find some and bring it with me if you want.
From rattletrap on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 13:38:44 from 75.216.9.52
If that fat old guy can run all the way to the cemetery without breaking a sweat, you should finish under 4 no problem :)
From Burt on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 14:19:31 from 12.231.112.98
Eric - Bananas are on the list. Thanks.
Rooster - does it taste like seawater, too? When I did the Havasu Half, Rhett and I got this Cramp No More stuff in our bags. Nasty. I could not drink it. But I'll try some.
RT - I know. I'm glad he didn't go into cardiac arrest.
From Nevels on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 14:20:40 from 131.204.15.93
if you want to have plenty of salt replacement without too much added weight or sloshing, try salt tablets 2 or 3 times during the run. i took 1 S!Cap every hour during pinhoti and never had any cramping issues. S!Caps, Endurolytes, SaltSticks, and various other glorified salt pills all work pretty well...
Good Luck!
From rattletrap on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 14:32:01 from 75.216.9.52
That would have been an interesting twist to the vide. It ended sadly enough as it was. Good song and video though :)
From Steve Piccolo on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 15:31:54 from 74.2.240.3
I sweat a ton, too. But I obviously sweat a lot less when it is cool outside. It sounds like this marathon won't be a blazing one, so that could help, too. I've heard of salt tablets being useful (but more for ultras), but I'd suggest going easy on this type of thing if you haven't tried it in training. That's a good general rule. Anyway, best wishes on your race! Looking forward to hearing a great report.
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 15:33:50 from 174.51.250.151
Good luck Burt! I agree that taking a lot of fluids is very helpful. I took liquid at every single aid station in both marathons I've run and it helped me a lot. I have a tough stomach though and only get sloshing once every blue moon.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 16:37:39 from 90.195.99.102
OOOh I have a useless stomach LOL sloshing no good for me, but I still drink allot and take energy gels so I just take sloshing head on and if need be puke a little LOL
You will do great Burt just keep that taper going well and streeeeeetch please stretch this week as you doing less your muscles will shrink honest only slightly not noticable like a deflating balloon but they get tighter when not in use :-)
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 17:43:06 from 205.172.12.229
Sounds like a good plan to me, Burt. I drank gatorade at every aid station except the first one, never peed during the whole marathon, and never felt sloshy. You are going to be fine. If you are worried about electrolytes get up early enough that you can eat a real breakfast a few hours before the race, like a banana and eggs with salt and maybe some bacon.
From anji on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 19:07:13 from 24.49.170.170
i just watched the chicken fat video....so funny! Good luck with the marathon
From Brent on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 20:44:01 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, dirty deeds done dirt cheap, that's real hard rock. Good luck saturday, consistent, buy a pair of $1 gloves at the dollar store or put the dollar in the slots? Cold fingers or maybe rich?
Stay Kool, Have a Good Time, B of BS Rools out
From nguyenvn on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 21:54:22 from 71.68.254.197
Good luck Burt! You are going to do awesome. Are you using any Gu/Clif Shots?
From Lily on Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 23:12:47 from 67.199.181.242
Good luck Burty. I think you'll do great!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 07:30:02 from 78.32.130.9
Yeah i agree either buy a dollar pair of gloves or just use some old socks and chuck away when warm LOL
Breakfast 3 hours before a marathon very advisable or it will be a puke fest :-)
From Burt on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 10:49:54 from 12.231.112.98
Thanks everyone. The cheap gloves sound like a great idea. Or I can use a pair of April's stinky Army socks. I plan on bringing some Hammer Gels, too.
From James W on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 17:15:03 from 12.151.72.1
I was going to recommend cheap gloves too. I have done this for all of the SGM's I have run, and just thrown them on the side of the road if I got too hot.
Wed, Nov 18, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I still had songs from The Furnace going through my head as I ran this morning. That's okay, but I haven't learned all the words yet.
From Twinkies on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 12:08:36 from 134.24.147.249
Looking good Burt. You are going to kill it in Mesquite.
From Rhett on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 13:51:08 from 74.42.168.210
Burt your creative. I'm sure you came up with your own lyrics. So have you started dreaming about the big race yet?
From Burt on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 14:30:38 from 12.231.112.98
Thanks Matt.
Rhett - I have had dreams. I dreamt I sat next to Mary Ann on the bus ride up. Then I was running alongside Walter, but in my head I was saying I shouldn't be running this fast because I'm going to crash. Oddly enough, I felt great. Then the other night I was having this dream that I was running as hard as I could, but wasn't getting anywhere (you know the one.) I must have known it was a dream because I forced myself to go faster and I started passing people.
From Rhett on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 15:03:17 from 74.42.168.210
I always love the pre marathon dreams, and with your active imagination, I figured you'd had some cool ones. Keep us posted.
From Lybi on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 16:12:54 from 70.190.199.29
Goooo Burt! I'd say your dream about passing people is on its way to becoming reality. Good luck.
From Burt on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 17:18:43 from 12.231.112.98
Rhett - as a rule I've been instructed not to share my dreams with others. That's what they told me at work. Something to do with harrassment or whatever. I wasn't really paying attention. Nonetheless, here's a dream I shared with Kory: http://wheakory.fastrunningblog.com/blog-Ran-hilly-route-up-Chubbuck-road-down-Ol/10-08-2009.html
Lybi - I hope so. It was your husband that convinced me to give this marathon a shot. You know, the one you're so lovey-dovey with.
From Rhett on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 17:24:58 from 74.42.168.210
Thanks for the laugh Burt.
From Merri on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 17:58:19 from 67.199.179.247
which hotel are you staying in? If i send you some money could you "take care of it" for me?? :)
From Burt on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 18:30:31 from 12.231.112.98
Merri - Oh, I'll take care of it, don't you worry. And I'll do it pro bono. Tho' actually I'm staying at fellow blogger's house Gary Culver. I've never met him before, but I took a chance at Rhett's house once, and he turned out to not be a psychopathic killer. I'm hoping the same holds true for Gary.
From Rhett on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 18:58:38 from 74.42.168.210
Are you sure about that Burt?
From Burt on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 19:05:01 from 12.231.112.98
Well....I'm still alive. You did have that crazy shifty eye thing going on. And you seemed to laugh at things that didn't need to be laughed at.
From Brent on Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 19:20:41 from 204.113.19.55
Mama, would want you to dream a little of me, without the papas. Dreaming during the marathon, well, stay focused on the real race for a few hours.
Stay Kool, Dream Geanie, B of BS Rools out
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 05:04:28 from 78.32.130.9
Ha ha Burt just read your dream about Kory thats so funny I have crazy dreams tooo, Last night I had such a weird dream, I was running in my sleep actually running, Paul had to wake me as he thought I was having a nightmare again and I was kicking him LOL
no wonder my legs ache LOL ;-0
From ChrisM on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 05:20:03 from 130.88.123.4
Sleeprunning that sounds like a good way to get some extra miles in!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 06:49:41 from 78.32.130.9
Oh Chris, I had all the messages again on the recent comments LOL can I count those miles then ?? LOL
Thu, Nov 19, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
As I prepare to make the trip up to Mesquite tomorrow, I'm reminded of the time I went to Lake Havasu City and stayed with Rhett. Rhett's son, Chase, asked his dad if we were old friends. "No son, we're new friends. We met on the internet." "Oh. That's kind of weird" Chase replied to which we both had to cordially and awkwardly agree.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Rhett on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 11:08:26 from 74.42.168.210
Laughing hard, but I'm glad we became friends. Some day we will be able to say we are "old friends."
From RAD on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 11:36:14 from 76.27.12.70
lol! My husband always raises his eyebrows when I say I'm going to a race with or going to meet some runners I met on the blog. In any other situation I would exercise EXTREME caution, but if it has to do with running? I'm in!!! :)
From auntieem on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 14:48:24 from 67.182.145.8
Yes, I've had some explaining to do to my kids when I run off to meet my "internet" friends! I have a theory about internet friends: I think the medium allows us to be friends with different kinds of people that we might not "choose" in "real" life, and I think that's a good thing! That being said, its exactly why I don't want my daughter to make internet "friends". HMMM.
From Bonnie on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 14:57:23 from 128.196.228.134
ha ha ha ha ... that is funny coming from a generation who has (or will have) even more "virtual" friends than we do!!
You are too young to be an "old" friend of mine, but I certainly count you among my friends.
Good luck this weekend!!
From Brent on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 16:39:35 from 168.178.30.194
Burt, not to worry, have met several bloggin buddies, always great people. I have met the best runner on the blog on a dirt trail in Moad, Paul (18th at the Olympic trials), paced to this finish by Sasha and Air Darkhorse at a 15K, ran with Bonnie around Liberty park, and the list goes on, all great people and runners. Hey, if you have an opening next year on a relay team for a slow runner, I'm in, we are buying a second home in St.George in a couple of months, you will be welcome to meet another new old friend.
Stay Kool, Good Luck on Saturday, B of BS Rools out
From JD on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 20:03:49 from 209.183.51.47
That story cracked me up good.
From Britta on Thu, Nov 19, 2009 at 22:51:10 from 98.148.73.26
good luck!!!!! I can't wait to hear! Funny memory today!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 05:10:18 from 78.32.130.9
He he thats funny I air caution to meeting internet people I really do I have had weird things happen with normal non internet people not saying your not normal Burt LOL.
Oh dear I have already met Chris M without even knowing it we raced years ago ha ha alls fun in running, as runners are a different species they are, really they are ! Good Luck Burt with that big drive and long run. I hope someone is driving you home though or do you drive an automatic car ??
From flatlander on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 08:47:43 from 198.207.244.102
Good luck in Mesquite, Burt, looking forward to meeting you someday in person.
From Burt on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 09:23:44 from 98.177.216.165
Rhett - We're high priests. We're old by definition. LOL.
Rachel - see you in a few hours. But don't worry about me. It's that internet guy Walter you want to worry about.
AuntieEm - You wouldn't like me in "real" life. I'm a phoney.
Bonnie - Thanks. I can't wait to add you to the new list of "Bloggers I've Met in Real Life."
Brent - I feel like I've already met you.
JD - you gotta love the honest frankness of children.
Britta of the hills - thanks!
Sam - Yes, be careful of Chris. Anyone who has whiter and hairier legs than me has got to be a nutter. (That's British for crazy, right?)
flatlander - I still plan on running London's Run in Feb. See you then.
From Kelli on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 09:48:31 from 71.219.71.229
GOOD LUCK BURT!!! I wish I was going to be there to cheer you in and have some brownies at the end or something. Dang Tithing Settlement taking away my vacation!!
Have fun, go to one of the cheap buffets after and enjoy all the calories you burned.
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 10:10:51 from 68.103.250.39
Good luck Burt!
From Merri on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 11:12:48 from 67.199.179.247
ha ha that's a great story. good luck!!!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 14:38:27 from 90.208.239.173
Yes Burt nutter is crazy LOL Good Luck :)
Sat, Nov 21, 2009
Race:
2009 Mesquite Marathon (26.2 Miles) 04:33:10, Place overall: 112, Place in age division: 17
Total Distance
27.00
I've been trying to think of the perfect sentence to start out my report. 'That was not a pleasant experience.' 'I'm too fat too run a marathon.' 'Fast Running Bloggers Unite!' I'm not a writer, so I can't say I have writer's block. Anyway, I got nothing. So here we go.
JamesW first told me about the Mesquite Marathon. At the time I was set on not running another marathon until I was sure I could qualify for Boston. But there were three things I really liked about this one. A) It's on a Saturday. 2) It goes through three states. D) It only costs $55. The more I allowed these things to fester inside me, the more the infectuous pus of "when is another chance like this going to come along?" began to ooze out. So a month before I ran 15.1 miles with the thought in mind that if I can do this, I'll seriously consider the marathon. I did it. The next week I ran 17.4 miles with the thought in mind that if I can do this I will do the marathon. I did it. It hurt. I didn't want to do the marathon. But the next day I felt recovered. So it was on. Time to cram for the exam. I put in 61 miles the next week. (That should get me ready.) Then I took it relatively easy for the next two weeks. Was I ready? Absolutely not, and I knew it. But still I hoped for the best. According to the McMillan Running Calculator and my half marathon PR I should be able to finish in 3:50 (if properly trained.) Anywhere between 3:50 and 4:00 would make me happy.
Since I'm such a cheap guy like Troy on the Goonies, I looked on the blog to see who lived in Mesquite. I knew Gary Culver did, so I asked him if he'd be interested in putting up a stranger from the blog for a night. I took a chance with Rhett at the Havasu Half, and that worked out. Would fate smile down on me again?
As it turns out, Gary's really cool, too. Since he doesn't have an active blog that tracks his daily workouts, not a lot of people know about him. He's an ultra runner that uses the Galloway method. My wife and I got to spend a pleasant weekend with him and his wife. They are two of the nicest people you could ever meet. Very intelligent, too. We shipped our kids off to various family members and friends, including our daughter Abby to her grandma's house in Kingman.
Hands down the best part of the race was seeing other bloggers. Some, like Walter and Jose, I had met before, and others I was meeting for the first time. Here's a list of the bloggers I saw in order of appearance: Gary, Scott, Eight Kid Mom, Ben, Josse, Walter, Bec, TylerS, Mary Ann, and Jose. (I hope I didn't miss anyone.) I didn't get to see Red Rooster, and that bummed me out.
Gary was worried that we might get some of the 100 mph winds that northern Nevada was getting. But it was beautiful out; 57 degrees when we walked out the door. And it stayed beautiful; 63 degrees when we got back. I didn't wear the gloves, headband, sweat pants, long sleeved-shirt, or jacket that I brought. We rode up to the start in these luxury buses. Only about 170 people signed up for the marathon. I sat next to Gary. Walter was one row up from me and Bec was right behind me. Bec was so cute. I overheard part of her conversation with a first time marathoner. She told the guy that she hadn't figured out how to run marathons yet. Then I read her blog, and found out that this was her 13th. She's so humble.
The sun was just coming up as we got off the bus. I ate a banana and drank some Gatorade. I emptied my bladder over by the electric fence. That's where I met Tyler, but he wasn't willing to shake my hand until he put gloves on. I did about a half mile warm up, stretched out, and was ready to go. In between songs from The Furnace that were stuck in my mind, I kept repeating - Even Effort. Relax.
With the goal to run a sub 4-hour marathon, I started off just going with the flow. I knew the first 10 miles or so were downhill, and I wanted to bank a little time before I hit the hills. I was running my own race, but I knew a handful of people were going for the same time I was, and it was encouraging that I was never too far behind them. Gary was doing his Galloway method. That made it really easy to know how long I was running because he would run for 5 minutes and walk for 30 seconds. Ben was trying to pace his wife, Eight Kid Mom, their friend, and one of the '8 kids' to a 4-hour time. I was leap frogging them after a while. By the way, I don't know how Eight Kid Mom has an 18-year old kid when she's only 32. And certainly none of her kids passed through the birth canal because she's far too skinny. (Somehow, that last statement is going to get me in trouble with someone.)
The first aid station was at mile 3. I ducked in the porta-potty really fast and grabbed some TP for my clogged up nose. I drank a cup of water because the Gatorade was still in the cooler. At mile 3.75 we entered Arizona. Most of the race was actually in Arizona. That' why it was so awesome. At mile 5 I took a Gu. From then on out I would take them every 4 miles. I also grabbed some at the aid stations that had them. So I ended up with about as many as I brought with me.
The first 11 miles were great. I was well on my way to getting that sub 4. Mile 12 brought the first significant hill. I powered up it, and without losing a lot of time. But my breathing was becoming labored. I hoped I would get it back under control once I hit the downhills. However, I really don't remember any downhills. It was all a big blur. Actually, it wasn't that bad. Yet.
An interesting feature to this race is that they put up "Miles to Go" markers. So when you see the "8 Miles to Go" sign, you've run 18.2 miles. The half marathon, 10k, and 5k were also on the same course, so I could see when I was half way there. I looked at my Garmin and saw 1:55:xx at the half way point. At that point I knew I wouldn't get a sub 4, but I still hoped to be close to it. Then mile 15's aid station came along. Here's the aid I got: "I'm sorry. I have nothing for you." You have nothing for me?! Give me that Thirstbuster in your car! You've got to have something. That was quite disheartening. So I plugged along to the next aid station telling myself, "Two miles isn't that long." Well, it is.
I finally made it to the next aid station. In between here is where I finally fell off pace for a sub 4. This is the last time I saw Ben during the race. His friend he was pacing was wanting to throw in the towel. His wife, Cathy, er I mean Eight Kid Mom, and their son had gotten a little ahead of me. Climbing those next never-ending hills was brutal. At one point I stopped, sat down, and emptied my shoe out. One of the runners asked if I was ok. I told him yes, but it was a lie Steven. A LIE! The cool thing about the race is I was done at the same time Walter was. Well, he had finished in 2:50. I was finished at 2:50. This was the same time I yelled out, "Curse you, Nan!" How dare you tell me to reward myself with a marathon. (You know I love you, Nan. But I sure hated you then.) Anyway, nobody heard me. I'm sure she felt a shiver go down her spine though.
A couple of miles later I found myself waddling like a penguin. That's when I yelled, "Curse you, allie!" (She knows why.) But I was finally out of the big hills. And with a 10k to go, I was telling myself, "I can run 6.2 miles." That's a little more than my Wal Mart loop. Even thought I stopped and walked a few times the last six miles, it was a moral victory. It would have been so easy to stop and walk the rest of the way or even quit. But I kept going. I was proud of myself for finding the mental strength to finish hard. (Even if hard meant walking for 30 seconds here and there.)
With two miles to go I could see Eight Kid Mom again. Her son was long gone. 'Come on Burt. You can run 2 miles in your sleep.' I knew I was going to finish. But I also now knew I wouldn't finish under 4:30. Oh well. I'm getting out of it what I put into it. And not a lot of 195 lb guys could do what I just did. With half a mile to go I got within earshot of Eight Kid Mom. "Go Cathy!", I yelled. That's what she needed. I'm embarrassed to say that I had to stop twice and walk for about 20 seconds each in the last mile. I'm pretty sure it was post partum depression. I mean, I was almost done. Now what was I going to do with my life? I hadn't thought that far. I don't want to be done! But really I did. So I finally got to the last turn where I could see the finish line. There was a small crowd lined on the along the street. They were just sitting there. Quiet. Maybe because I looked like death-warmed-over. So I yelled, "You all can cheer!" That fired them up. Then I started slapping high fives and kissing babies. Well, if there were babies, I would have kissed them. I didn't see any. But I saw Tyler and slapped him a gloveless five. I saw Walter and his crew cheering me in. And I saw my wife taking my picture. It was so cool to have them there at the end when I was knocking on death's door.
After the race I was done. It would have been nice to go mingle. But I could barely move. I did talk to Mary Ann, and she told me she got 2nd place for females. I went back to Gary's, showered, packed my stuff, went to Pizza Hut for a post marathon meal, then headed back home. We picked up my daughter in Kingman and made a bed for her in the cab of my truck. We at dinner at Arby's. She puked it all up.
From Vis on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 00:03:16 from 208.88.8.20
Quite the race report, Burt, and quite the PR. Keep it up. You ought to come run St. George. That's the one.
From Lyns on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 00:42:25 from 75.162.196.36
I really enjoyed reading this Burt. You are AWESOME! Great job!
From Walter on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 01:00:14 from 206.53.157.84
Excellent race Burt! You did good cookie, you did good! Good to see you and chat a bit.
From daceg on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 01:33:06 from 74.211.28.156
Nice! Your blog is a great read.
From ChrisM on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 04:04:42 from 130.88.123.4
I kept checking your blog yesterday for the report!
Well done Burt for your race, the report is great too! You still got a PR though by over half an hour? That's a bit pants that they ran out of stuff at the aid station with only 170 marathon entrants! Glad you enjoyed yourself though, and hope you recover quickly.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 06:58:18 from 78.32.130.9
Burt well done what a great Marathon and huge PR you should be very happy.... and the buzz of the marathon will live in you for a week or so as you hung in there to the end so well done for that, hitting the mind wall smashing it through is a great achievement.
Loved the report, and the same as Chris pants about the aid station huh ! gentle exercise is best way to recover like swimming :-)
From nguyenvn on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 07:01:03 from 75.77.22.187
Nice detailed race report Burt. It felt like I was right there with you! Although you didn't reach your goal for the marathon (I know it sucks), you still did an awesome job!
From leslie peterson on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 09:27:31 from 174.52.158.81
Great race Burt! I will be there next year!
From flatlander on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 09:28:55 from 198.207.244.102
Burt, good race, no way should you be disappointed in a 45-minute PR. You'll probably improve by that much again the next race, which is Boston territory for guys like you and me.
p.s., glad you survived the electric fence, that could have ended your PR right there.
From Eric Day on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 09:30:21 from 189.169.222.27
Burt, several pointers: you DID finish the marathon; a PR is a PR; you did an awesome race; you the MAN.
Awesome Burt, can you move today?
From Sue on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 10:04:33 from 75.169.62.91
Nice job Burt! I am so incredibly jealous! Wish I could have headed up with the Utah crowd!
From Lyman on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 10:33:27 from 170.135.241.46
Way to push through the last 10-k. Congratulations on a new PR!
From auntieem on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 10:53:20 from 67.182.145.8
Congratulations Burt! Great race report too; what do you mean you are not a writer? That's really cool that you ran in three states. Hope you are having some nice relaxation about now.
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 11:00:32 from 68.103.250.39
Finally your race report! I was laughing and crying for you the whole time. No aid at the aid station? That is HORRIBLE! Congratulations on finishing either though you felt like death--what an accomplishment!
From Merri on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 11:04:43 from 67.199.179.247
congrats burt I am so proud.
From redrooster on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 12:11:58 from 129.123.3.31
great report Burt, I am laughing hard. what a day we had. well, we forged a special bond even though we didn't formally meet. wish I could have found you at the start. I should have gone to the electric fence rather than the joshua trees!
Get some well deserved rest and recovery. looking forward to seeing you at our next one. let's just pick our next race a little more carefully next time!
From Twinkies on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 12:27:20 from 134.24.147.249
Excellent work Burt. You did very well. A PR in three states, way to go.
It's now Monday morning, can you move?
From ben on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 12:51:06 from 209.33.248.15
That was a fun read... I felt like I ran that race all over again. I am glad I finally met you. Gary and his wife are cool!!! And, I hope we see you this thursday at the turkey trot. I'm ready for more!!! Good job on the race. For the amount of course difficulty, you can count that as a sub-4 marathon.
From Metcalf Running on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 12:55:01 from 207.225.192.66
Whoot WHoot!! ( My Whistle) and a big congratulations!! Love reading the report.
From Kelli on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:00:15 from 71.219.71.229
Burt, you are a writer, YOU ARE!!! That was very entertaining, I did not skip so much as a word.
1. I am glad that Gary turned out to be nice and did not hack you and your wife into a million little pieces in the night.
2. I am glad you got to meet so many awesome people (sorry you did not get to meet Kellie the doll,though).
3. I am glad you did it! I think you did great. It sounds like it was a super tough marathon and many people struggled with it and the nasty hills and lack of water and such.
I AM PROUD OF YOU!! You finished, you ran for another hour and 43 minutes after you wanted to quit! Marathons are beasts, you have conquered the first one and the next one will be awesome.
Great job, Burt. But I can not believe you did not go to a cheap buffet!!
From Burt on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:15:39 from 12.231.112.98
Travis - If I get chosen to run SGM, I will. And if I lose another 20 lbs.
Lyns - No, you're awesome.
Walter - The funniest part was when Bec said, "I don't have your stuff. Some guy out there does."
Dace - thanks for the encouragement.
Chris - Sorry. I had a long drive home ahead of me.
Sam - That was pants. Total pants!
Vinh - It does suck, but hey, I did a marathon.
Leslie - Maybe you'll win next year's $1500...
Mark - it might have been barbed wire only. I wasn't going to take any chances.
Eric - you always look on the bright side.
Sue - with as pregnant as you must be right now, you could have just rolled right through the first 10 miles :)
Lyman - it was definitely better than the last 10k of my previous marathon.
auntieem - The more I relax, the tighter I get. :(
April - Again, I apologize for the wait. Glad it was worth it for you.
Merri - aw shucks. Hey, my wife made me an egg nog milk shake last night.
Scott - I knew it was going to be a tough one. But that gives us all the more to brag about, right?
Matt - my legs are so sore, I can barely type. That's how bad it is.
Ben - Your family is way cool. At least the eighth of the children of yours that I met. Still trying to find out when they're doing that 5k.
Lori - I was in NV, but no one slapped me on the butt.
Kelli - 1) Me too. 2) Me too. 3) Me too. And get this. Me, Vickie, Gary, and Sandy went to Pizza Hut. Vickie did the text for free bread sticks, so we got those. Then, Gary and Sandy brought a coupon for two large pizzas with three toppings. Then, they had a gift card for $25. So Vickie and I picked up the remaining amount of the bill and left the tip. It turned out to be pretty cheap.
From Kelli on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:23:00 from 71.219.71.229
Free breadsticks, totally worth it! I actually love Pizza Hut but never eat it. Maybe after my next marathon...
From JD on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:30:57 from 70.96.78.157
Great job Burt. Nice PR.
My bald spot is much larger than yours.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:33:13 from 12.231.112.98
JD - That's good to know. Thank goodness. It takes a real man to admit that.
From Sasha Pachev on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:42:32 from 192.168.1.1
Burt - you've got Saturday and Low Cost covered for the Utah Valley Marathon this June. And you could stay with somebody in Provo, possibly us subject to the approval of the boss. So the only drawback is the 10 hour drive (8 if you are led footed).
From RAD on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:49:48 from 76.27.12.70
What a great (crappy) race! You pushed through when you were done which is what it takes to finish those beasts! I'm glad you're recovering well...keep walking, even though you don't want to just keep walking! That is what gets me through recovery. LOVED the report, I'd been waiting all weekend for it, totally worth the wait. You did an AWESOME job, and I can't wait to read your next marathon report! :)
From Merri on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 13:59:22 from 67.199.179.247
And Burt if you do the Provo one Lily and Lyn's houses are always open to stay at too.
From Brent on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 14:12:32 from 168.178.30.194
Burt, 1,000 commando points for the PR, nice job. Next time, cram and jam training may not be the best, congrads on your marathon and great read of the race report.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Aaron Kennard on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 14:14:02 from 174.51.250.151
Hahahaaa. That was an awesome report, Burt. I have been anticipating that report all weekend and it satisfied all my expectations. Thanks for revealing the cause of that wave of energy sucking pain I felt around 9:25 a.m. right in the middle of my final tempo repeat on Saturday morning. It was YOU cursing me!
I'm interested to hear more about the post partum depression in your last mile. That sounds rough! I didn't know that ailment applied to running too. I usually get depressed somewhere in my third trimester of pregnancy when I realize I still have x weeks to go and I keep feeling more uncomfortable, but afterwards I'm always very relieved and happy its over. Glad you can relate. And I'm glad you survived. You'll soon be planning for your next marathon. :)
From jj on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 14:29:28 from 138.64.2.76
Burt, you were in my thoughts through most of the second half of the race. I kept thinking "Oh Burt's going to have somthing funny to say about this hill on his blog". However, you exceeded my expectations. That reference to Nacho Libre (It's a lie!!!) made me choke with laughter.
I actually saw you come in and gave you a cheer. Good job. That marathon was way tougher than TOU and you did a ton better. Good PR!
From Kelli on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 14:32:43 from 71.219.71.229
I obviously missed the movie reference, stupid Nacho Libre.
Scott took the kids to a homecoming yesterday. He was returning from Chile and Eli leaned over to Scott and said, "Dad, that kids sounds just like Nacho Libre!!!"
From Burt on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 14:54:21 from 12.231.112.98
Sasha - Thanks for the invite. I'm not lead footed. Although it feels like someone pumped my foot full of lead right now.
Rachel - I wish I could stand and do my job. That would help.
Merri - how very kind of you to offer the use of your 'next door neighbors' homes. You're all heart.
Brent - Next time I'll follow the Brent Rools Method. I'll crank out another 45 minute PR.
Aaron (but really Nan) - I sure hope you're not having babies. I knew there was something strange about the Kennard household.
Jose - there was nothing funny about those hills. They were pure dag nasty evil.
Kelli - did you get the Home Alone reference?
From Nan Kennard on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 14:58:30 from 174.51.250.151
Oops. Yeah, that was me. Thats what we get for being a double blogging household now. Gotta log out, Aaron or I'm sure to make you sound strange. :)
From Rhett on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 15:05:55 from 216.67.216.176
Burt, as expected that was a truly great race report. Hopefully the race didn't ruin you for future marathons. Next time you do one, maybe you will be fully trained and have the race of your life. Are you coming back to Havasu for the 1/2 in April?
From Bec on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 15:18:57 from 67.177.35.60
Nice meeting you on the bus ride up. You had a great race. Nice report.
From Bec on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 15:29:30 from 67.177.35.60
Um, I pretended that I read your race report and I really didn't. Well, I REALLY read it this time! You described a lot of the same feelings I had during this race. You have actually INSPIRED me to write a REAL race report now. Before I just didn't want to re-connect with those feelings I had out there.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 15:36:52 from 12.231.112.98
Rhett - I'd sure like to do the Havasu Half again. It depends on where I'm at then. Maybe I'll move back to Kingman, so I'll be there for sure.
Bec - Bec, Bec, Bec. See everyone. I told you she was cute.
From scotthughes on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 16:21:46 from 209.33.211.3
Nice report Burt! I loved reliving the marathon this morning while reading the report. This was a tough one for sure but like many have already mentioned, you finished! I have continually beat myself up for not doing better in the marathons.....I now have a very healthy respect for them, good time or bad.
I have found that if I have fun and interact with other runners and volunteers etc. and complete the race I have won. A PR is icing on the top....the Boston Qualify was the ultimate feeling, I only wish that my family could have been at the finish to help me enjoy the moment.
Great job on the race and the report!
From josse on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 16:32:24 from 70.192.115.145
Good job on finishing the race, this was a tough one. The toughest I have done. I hope you can move on to the next one they are not all like this.
From Steve Piccolo on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 16:40:40 from 66.60.123.135
Way to get out and do the marathon. Even if you didn't meet the 4:00 goal, you still set a big PR. And with the race reports I've seen on the Mesquite Marathon, it might not survive, so you may be one of the few people to ever finish that race!
From Kelli on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 18:31:42 from 71.219.71.229
No, I did not. But I have not seen Home Alone in years. Although I noticed it is on a bunch the next hew weeks, maybe I will watch it.
I am no movie buff.
From Merri on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 18:39:22 from 67.199.179.247
ok ok burt if you want to stay somewhere closer you can stay w/ leandra in Orem. See I am all heart!
From jj on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 19:32:42 from 138.64.2.76
Yes Burt, I admit that those hills nearly brought me to tears. Evil indeed. Dare I say Ragnar-quality hills at the second half of a marathon are no laughing matter. But I was right, your post about them was hilarious!
Kelli - Stop denying it, you love Nacho Libre(well, at least you find the sight of Scott, Walter and me laughing at Nacho extremely entertaining). Besides, it looks like Nacho has already been culturally beneficial for your children (although that missionary may disagree :-)
From rattletrap on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 19:46:47 from 75.216.56.184
Way to go! Great race report and a killer PR! You should get a special medal for not strangling anyone at the 15 mile "aid station".
From Nevels on Tue, Nov 24, 2009 at 15:41:26 from 131.204.15.93
Solid run, Burt. A PR's a PR, so congrats on that, and my popcorn ran out well before finishing your epic and adventurous tale of heroic and manic marathoning.
From JamesH on Tue, Nov 24, 2009 at 22:40:35 from 74.211.22.194
Congrats on the race. Loved the report!
From Teena on Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 18:02:54 from 174.52.45.85
Laughing so hard!!! How did I miss this report!!!
Congrats on the PR and the cheap lodging!!!
Oh yeah, do you remember that time when everyone was screaming your name???
From Britta on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 13:51:05 from 67.159.142.6
Way to power through!!! Great race report! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
From anji on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 21:03:30 from 97.126.159.110
seriously awesome. that is one tough course!
From Shimelle on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 12:36:39 from 75.162.225.79
Woohoo! I just looked and realized you had run a marathon. Way to go! Oh, and you are not too fat to run a marathon!
From Mike Clarke on Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 00:05:47 from 68.218.22.217
Burt how do you post pictures inside of your individual posts? thanks mike
From Burt on Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 12:45:20 from 206.19.214.144
Hi Mike - I sent you a private message. Go ahead and respond to it, and you'll be in business.
Okay, I count 9 people that I didn't respond to individually like I usually like to; scotthughes, josse, Steve Piccolo, rattletrap, Nevels, JamesH, Teena, Britta, anji, and Michelle. The reason is that I didn't want to feel like I was dragging out my 15 minutes of fame. It's bad enough that a 4:33 marathon is on the top of the Hot Discussion Board. But now that it seems I'll be up here for another few months, (unless Sasha so graciously pulls me off) I say a great big collective thank you to you all.
From josse on Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 12:53:06 from 70.193.52.231
Man finally i was getting my feeling hurt;)
From Burt on Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 12:54:34 from 206.19.214.144
Sorry josse! Did I mention that I enjoyed meeting you the most?
From josse on Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 16:11:39 from 75.216.188.60
thats better!
From Missee on Sun, Jan 24, 2010 at 02:13:05 from 75.169.146.126
ok....after all those comments from people you know, here is one from someone you don't saying pretty much the same thing! That is an awesome race report. I loved reading it. Congratulations on your finish. After your glowing report of this marathon, I think I'll run it.........not! Just kidding. I like the price!
From Burt on Sun, Jan 24, 2010 at 12:17:14 from 98.177.216.165
Hey, thanks missee. Yes, this was a very challenging race.
From bern on Thu, Jan 28, 2010 at 21:01:16 from 205.208.246.73
Fun read. I run with a man 6'4" 225 lbs. He's hit a 3:19 his one and only marathon last year. We do speed work once/week (variations ~ 8 miles), and intervals another day (~9 mi @ 7:20 pace). But NEVER does he put in a 60+ mile week like you. You over trained and went out too fast. Bank? You banked lactic acid, not time. Do it again. I did 10 last year. I'm 175 lb, 52 yrs old.
From Burt on Thu, Jan 28, 2010 at 23:13:02 from 98.177.216.165
Thanks bern. I definitely need more base miles. I'll be working on that this summer when it's hot and running fast is not an option.
From TylerS on Fri, Feb 05, 2010 at 23:58:52 from 68.28.42.225
You totally peed on your hand that day! I just know it! It looked like you were for sure peeing into the wind! jk
From Burt on Sat, Feb 06, 2010 at 08:44:50 from 98.177.216.165
Well I do apologize for that Tyler. You caught me off guard. Never sneak up on someone while they're doing their business!
From Mark on Fri, Feb 19, 2010 at 10:55:10 from 24.129.132.74
Hey, where are all the photoshopped pictures? lol Great job on the race Burt.
From Burt on Fri, Feb 19, 2010 at 11:28:12 from 206.19.214.144
Thanks Mark. Here's the photoshopped picture courtesy of ChrisM: http://chrism.fastrunningblog.com/blog--9-miles-easy-1-17-30I-got-to-use-h/11-23-2009.html
From Kim on Tue, Feb 23, 2010 at 15:50:25 from 67.199.180.90
Best race report I've ever read! Great job Burt!
From Rye on Wed, Mar 31, 2010 at 23:27:51 from 97.121.5.76
What a great read! Great pix.
From Derunzo on Fri, May 14, 2010 at 20:30:08 from 98.229.131.173
Great job Burt! You kicked that marathon right in the "Crackal" region. What a great read and awesome pictures!
From Barb on Wed, May 26, 2010 at 18:36:21 from 196.200.54.130
Great job Burt! Enjoyed reading your report and seeing the pictures.
From Burt on Wed, May 26, 2010 at 19:27:13 from 206.19.214.144
Thanks everyone.
From Run Dixie Run on Mon, Jun 14, 2010 at 21:45:07 from 24.92.31.152
"but it was a lie, Steven. A LIE."
What a breath of fresh air to see another Nacho Libre fan out there somewhere!
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Jul 27, 2010 at 10:49:58 from 67.42.27.114
Bump
From Burt on Tue, Jul 27, 2010 at 11:43:53 from 206.19.214.144
Jerk. :)
From Jason McK on Tue, Jul 27, 2010 at 12:02:55 from 63.255.173.99
Nice PR. I thought, from the photo, that Gary was your father. I wasn't paying attention to the blog back when you ran this race, but it turns out that now is a good time to comment. Loved the report. Are you running it again this year?
From Burt on Tue, Jul 27, 2010 at 12:29:50 from 206.19.214.144
Hi Jason. I'm pretty sure I won't be running it again. My training is no where near what it needs to be to do another marathon anytime soon. Plus this one is just brutal. But you should do it. You'd do great.
From Jason McK on Tue, Jul 27, 2010 at 14:09:51 from 63.255.173.99
Thanks for the vote of confidence. I have seriously considered it. It's still 4 months away - you have time, if you have time...
From allie on Thu, Jul 29, 2010 at 13:49:10 from 174.23.226.74
53. war.
From Burt on Thu, Jul 29, 2010 at 14:02:29 from 206.19.214.144
allie - this is not a game!
Vis - how's everything going?
From Nan on Thu, Jul 29, 2010 at 14:39:38 from 174.51.250.151
Of course its not, Burt. You've already been spanked.
From Scott Ensign on Fri, Jul 30, 2010 at 00:17:09 from 67.41.171.30
first time I commented here I was "redrooster". I wonder if I comment again if it will count as a new comment and bump the total... worth a try....
From Sasha Pachev on Mon, Aug 02, 2010 at 13:44:14 from 192.168.1.1
Scott:
If it did, it would be a bug. It counts unique user ids which are tied to individual accounts. So the only way to cheat the system should be to start another blog.
From Burt on Mon, Aug 02, 2010 at 13:47:01 from 206.19.214.144
That's right Scott. You little punk.
From Scott Ensign on Mon, Aug 02, 2010 at 14:12:32 from 129.123.3.31
I should have known Sasha wold have had that covered. but now a seed has been planted in my head... Burt, if you see comments to your blog from a newbie with user name "littlepunk" it's not me. really.
PS- Sasha, I'm just kidding. really.
Tue, Nov 24, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
I did 25 situps and rode the stationary bike for a while. I'm starting to be able to walk like a normal person now. I got my bike back from the friend that I let borrow it for a triathlon. That will be nice to ride this weekend to get me back in the swing of things.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Brent on Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 14:23:29 from 168.178.30.194
Burt, no more marathon shuffling? Back at the hard work for your next challenge.
Stay Kool, Happy Turkey Day, B of Bs Rools out
From eightkidmom on Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 14:29:56 from 4.228.255.54
Hi Burt! Thanks for the info...do you know what time the 3K is? We'll be pulling in around midnight tonight, if we're lucky... Also, is there a cost for the race? My kids think it would be fun. You and I can shuffle our way through together! :D
From Burt on Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 15:06:06 from 12.231.112.98
It starts at 8am.
From Burt on Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 15:06:32 from 12.231.112.98
No cost.
From Lyman on Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 17:45:47 from 75.169.104.191
Looks like the recovery going great. A light run may help flush some of the soreness out of your legs (3 or 4 miles nice and slow).
From nguyenvn on Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 20:11:29 from 71.68.254.197
I agree with Lyman about a short, slow recovery run. It usually helps me.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 05:29:00 from 78.32.130.9
Yeah I agree toooo me tooo me tooo
Thu, Nov 26, 2009
Race:
2009 Cheshire Chase Beat the Bishop (3.1 Miles) 00:22:48, Place overall: 7, Place in age division: 1
Total Distance
3.30
Today was the third annual Cheshire Chase sponsored by the Skyline Stake of the LDS Church in Mesa. I've done it all three years. I feel kind of bad because the last two years I haven't lived in the stake anymore, but I've been the first adult to finish. So I take home the hardware, which is a medal that's probably nicer than the one I got at the Mesquite Marathon. Maybe next year I'll tell them to give the medal to someone in the stake. Maybe not.
I haven't run a lick since the marathon. I wasn't sure how I'd do. So I stretched out and warmed up a little. My legs felt great, but there was some tenderness in my tendons. I decided I would push the pace, but not get out of my comfort zone.
The first year a high schooler took off and smoked everyone. Last year he had a broken ankle, but I'm pretty sure he was back and won again this year; 17:15. The kid that won last year took second place this year. But there were also more guys from the Skyline CC team there this year. I had no chance at beating them. They were sprinting from the get go. Two other kids took off, too, but I don't know if they were on the CC team or not. I reeled one of them in at the mile mark. He decided he was going to run with me. I told him he was doing great. He was a very friendly kid, and quite popular; at least everybody seemed to know him. His name was Travis. He was a bit of a clod-hopper. I didn't think he would last much longer, but every time I pushed it he would go too.
We passed the other kid shortly after the turn around. That was Jared. He used to be my home teacher. He's got to be about 6' 5" now. Tall kid. With a mile to go I gave another little surge. Travis stayed with me, breathing hard and hopping the clods. At that point I decided he was working so hard for this that I wasn't going to let him lose to me. I kept him honest by holding a quick pace. We got to half a mile to go and I urged him on because it looked like he was ready to give up. Then we got to the final turn with 0.2 miles to go. I was pulling ahead slightly so I started yelling at him, "Come on! Almost there! Don't give up! Let's go!" He finally kicked it in and beat me by a second. That made it exciting for everyone. And of course made me feel good inside.
This is the Bishop. He actually runs in his white shirt and tie. He was on my Ragnar team two years ago. He's pretty fast, but the last two years he's run at a 9 minute pace so more people can get their "Beat the Bishop" certificate.
This is my daughter on the right. She's the only one that came with me. She's standing next to our old neighbor on the left. They both did the one mile fun run. Ben and Eight Kid Mom are in town for Thanksgiving. I know they wanted to do this race, but I don't think they got in until midnight.
My splits were 7:05, 7:21, 7:20 and 1:03 for the last 0.15. My friend also measured 3.15 on his Garmin. But with as bad as I am at running the tangents, it was probably a pretty accurate course. My legs don't feel too bad. The tops of my feet are sore. And my glutes are pretty tight. Other than that, I'm doing good.
Great race, Burt. And I really enjoyed your race report. So will they cancel this race when they get a bishop who's not a runner? Are do they insist that at least one bishop in the stake runs?
From Burt on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 19:42:56 from 98.177.216.165
Carolyn - the first year they actually had two bishops run it. The high school kid came in first followed by the bishop in the picture, followed by the other bishop. I came in 6th overall. These last two years he's just ran a 9 min. pace. But he won't be bishop forever. So who knows what they'll do...
From JD on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 19:46:11 from 166.216.128.152
Nice race. I think we have the same 5K PR's now. But my bald spot is till bigger!
I want to run a race in a shirt and tie, but I don't own a shirt and tie...guess I'll never be a bishop! LOL!!!
From redrooster on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 21:17:41 from 71.219.145.201
nice job! geez I can barely move, you would have killed me today. I can't believe you ran that time 5 days after that marathon. you are the man!
From Burt on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 21:49:18 from 98.177.216.165
Bishop JD...hmmm...you're right. Never in a million years. LOL!!
Rooster - you can barely walk because you just RAN a sub 3 marathon. I took it much easier than you and even threw a couple of walking breaks in there.
From nguyenvn on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 22:36:22 from 71.70.85.4
Way to go Burt! 1st in A/G! Have a great Thanksgiving!
From Rossy on Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 23:41:03 from 69.251.100.55
Burt, a belated great job on the Mesquite Marathon and an impressive 5k! Happy Thanksgiving!
From Teena on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 10:15:25 from 174.52.45.85
What a cool race!!!
When are they going to inaugurate the Beat the Relief Society President? That would be sweet!!! :)
Congrats on the win! Those splits were fast!!!!
From Burt on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 11:42:36 from 98.177.216.165
Vinh - Hope you had a great Thanksgiving, too.
Rossy - Don't you have a marathon coming up soon?
Teena - You've probably been RSP like 3 times already. And remember that time I used my own strength to rip my blouse?
From eightkidmom on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 13:31:15 from 71.223.241.164
Hey Burt!!! It's fun to see my "name" on your blog - heehee! We pulled into Queen Creek at 2:00AM Thursday. So we didn't actually get to bed until after 3:00. A bit late for making a morning race. I have managed to get a couple of short runs in since we arrived. It's hard to tell if you're going uphill or downhill or flat. We may go running again tomorrow. How about you? Do you have a plan? :D
From Burt on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 14:45:24 from 98.177.216.165
Yes, let's get together for a run! Call me. Morning will be best.
From Nan Kennard on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 16:00:30 from 174.51.250.151
Great race Burt! Fast!
Take care of those tender tendons.
From Twinkies on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 16:29:04 from 174.126.26.111
Great racing Burt. That's an awesome pace this close after doing a marathon. You da man.
From Rhett on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 17:36:48 from 216.67.216.176
Wow, very young Bishop. That is why I'll never be a bishop. I wouldn't have enough charity to run slower so more people could beat me and get a medal. I'd be trying to make sure no one got it. Nice race Burt. You have a big heart.
From Burt on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 17:54:48 from 98.177.216.165
Nan - Will do.
Twinkies - I wonder what I could have done if I hadn't done the marathon. I'll have to do a time trial in about a month.
From Burt on Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 17:55:38 from 98.177.216.165
Rhett - He's 38, and he's been bishop at least 3 years. Don't give up hope on being a bishop. Never give up hope. lol!
From Bec on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 13:55:21 from 67.177.35.60
Nice going Burt. You deserve that hard ware. No doubt it's probably better than Mesquite hardware. I like how that medal has all three events ;)
From Rossy on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 00:06:43 from 66.53.208.90
Burt, sorry for the delayed response; that is, I just got back into town. In short, I did pretty well in the Philly Marathon; however, I felt like could have ran better; therefore, plenty of motivation for training during these winter months. Run on!
Sat, Nov 28, 2009
Total Distance
5.60
I finally took Vinh's and Lyman's advice and went for a nice slow run. (Sorry for those of you I just offended for saying 9:25 pace is slow.) It was really nice out. I thought for sure it was going to rain because I washed three vehicles yesterday. I got about half a mile into the run and tried to pass some egg nog, but when the prarie dog started poking its head out, I immediately stomped on the brakes on that idea. That would have to happen to me on the day I decide to go real slow. It made the last two miles brutal. Even with the slow pace I saw someone way up on the sidewalk walking along. I figured I might pass them so I was playing out the scenario in my head on how I would have to say, "On your left." Just then I heard, "On your right." I knew who it was. It was On-Your-Right-Bicycle-Girl again. I wonder where she goes. She always has this yellow back pack on, and she just pedals on down Rittenhouse Road. Anyway I said good morning to her and told her it was nice to see her again. I'm sure she has a pet name for me, too.
From Lyns on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 15:26:14 from 75.162.196.36
I think her pet name for you was 'the guy who smells like eggnog'
From auntieem on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 16:10:11 from 67.182.145.8
Nice Blue Steel look. You could be a running model for sure.
From eightkidmom on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 16:43:23 from 75.167.1.65
Sorry Burt! I didn't check the blog until late, and then when I did, all my brothers decided that they needed to take Ben out shooting this morning. They were gone from 7-12:30. So we were forced to do our run at 5 AM. It seemed a little late at 11:30PM to call you and invite you for a 5AM run, so...We almost ran down Rittenhouse, but we ran down Queen Creek instead. Missed you by one block! I wish I could have gotten a glimpse of On-Your-Right-Bicycle-Girl. Bummer. Maybe next time. Hey! Where did you get the pics of the marathon? :D
From Lyman on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 22:19:30 from 75.169.106.214
At the risk of sounding a little weird from a guy...you are looking much thinner than your profile picture.
From Burt on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 22:49:57 from 98.177.216.165
Lyns - That would be appropriate.
auntieem - I practiced that pose for a month.
Cathy - I'm pretty sure I was up that late. I didn't get out until 9am. When do you guys leave? Hope you enjoyed Thanksgiving out here. My wife took the pictures. You know, Six Kid Mom.
Lyman - that's not weird at all. It's romantic. My profile pic was taken in May. I was about 198 then. When I started the marathon I was about 195. That picture was taken at the end. I was probably about 185 by then.
From Smooth on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 23:29:36 from 71.52.71.251
NICE recovery run! Great pix! I was at Hoover Dam on Halloween...nice place to visit...can't believe how blue the water in Lake Mead is!
From Smooth on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 23:32:09 from 71.52.71.251
See the Dam garage in the backgroud? That's mile 6 of the Hoover Dam Marathon...running down the 4'wide switch backs to the top level of the garage; then back up was the silliest part of the course!
From Burt on Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 23:43:41 from 98.177.216.165
Smooth - that sounds like a dam fun race. Those dam switchbacks must have been hard. I hope they had some dam good aid stations. Hopefully you avoided the dam traffic.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Sun, Nov 29, 2009 at 11:54:52 from 90.208.239.169
Nice piccies Burt and great running
My pet name if I were on the right girl
"happy go runner guy" :-)
From nguyenvn on Sun, Nov 29, 2009 at 18:15:39 from 71.68.254.197
Nice run Burt! Hopefully you felt better after the run. Wow, can't believe Hoover Dam is that low these days...it's been years since I last saw it though.
From Bec on Sun, Nov 29, 2009 at 18:24:42 from 67.177.35.60
I like the pictures! I think your face is almost half-way smiling. I know at that point my face was probably on the ground. How far away the dam from Mesquite? Kinda fun that you went there.
Already that marathon seems like it was 2 months ago.
From Burt on Sun, Nov 29, 2009 at 19:59:32 from 98.177.216.165
Sam - Next time I'll ask her if she likes that name for me. (You know I'll do it, too.)
Vinh - I grew up in Kingman, and my grandparents lived in Vegas, so we used to drive over it all the time. I've seen it when it's overflowing. But I've never seen it that incredibly low.
Bec - It's probably 100 miles away. Vegas is 70 miles from Mesquite and the Dam is 30 miles from Vegas. I'm not sure if it would have been faster to go up through Flagstaff and then through St. George, but with both our parents living in Kingman, of course we take that route. So, are you ready for your next marathon?
From missy on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 00:28:52 from 65.100.213.120
Hi Burt, Thank you for your warm welcome. :) I used to live in Gilbert, I wonder if we crossed paths running one day. I like how you put pictures inside your blog message. How do I do that? My blog is so boring. LOL.
Mon, Nov 30, 2009
Total Distance
5.62
We got a little rain yesterday and last night. You'd think that would cool us down big time. But I still went out in just a body armor shirt and a tank top. Well, that's not all I was wearing, but you know what I mean. I enjoyed the nice damp smell in the air, except when I run by these certain bushes that smell like urine when they get wet.
I started watching the movie Australia over the holiday weekend. When I saw that it was almost three hours long I almost passed a bowel movement with mortar. But I loved it. One of the best movies I've ever seen.
From Carolyn in Colorado on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 12:28:21 from 198.241.159.80
So did you start watching the movie but not finish it since it was so long?
You sure had a lot of potty talk in your post today, Burt. Do you have toddlers at home?
From Kelli on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 12:30:44 from 71.219.71.229
So what is the temperature???
Nice run, you must be feeling good.
I thought Australia was a very ODD movie, and very long.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 12:51:00 from 12.231.112.98
Carolyn - sorry about the potty talk. Must be one of those days. I do have a toddler. Hopefully I can get her potty trained before she's 5. I started watching the movie Friday and finished it Saturday.
Kelli - Right now it's 60. I imagine it was a few degrees cooler earlier. What was ODD about the movie? I can understand you not liking Nacho Libre. So what kind of movie do you like? Twilight?
From Bonnie on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 12:59:40 from 128.196.228.134
It was in the 40s down (up in elevation) here Burt -- snow in the Catalinas -- and possible snow in the Tucson Mountains (where I live) later today ... I love this time of year here.
From Nan Kennard on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 14:32:57 from 174.51.250.151
Australia was too long for me. We watched Nacho for the second time last weekend. I think that movie becomes even more funny the more you watch it. My favorite clip:
From Merri on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 14:42:02 from 67.199.179.247
a bowel movement with mortar sounds fun.
From auntieem on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 14:53:41 from 67.182.145.8
Australia was long, but I really loved it. I'll add it to my list of movies to rent for doing stationary biking.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 14:55:47 from 12.231.112.98
Bonnie - It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...
Nan - Darn it! They put the youtube blocker back up at work. Remind me to watch it when I get home.
Merri - (it's a nicer way of saying something else.)
From Burt on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 14:57:32 from 12.231.112.98
auntieem - With as long as it is, I couldn't run a marathon in that amount of time. But there are plenty of bloggers that could...
From Kelli on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 17:49:59 from 71.219.71.229
Nope, Twilight was AWFUL!!!!
Australia was just kind of weird, that is all. The whole thing with the boy and stuff, I do not remember it very well. I just remember that I thought it was kind of an odd movie!! It was also TOO long.
I liked Star Trek.
From Burt on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 18:15:22 from 12.231.112.98
Star Trek was good.
From Eric Day on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 18:25:16 from 200.77.34.18
Movies and potty talk, lovely. Must be in the wrong blog...
From Burt on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 18:27:18 from 12.231.112.98
Yeah right Eric. You know you're right where you belong. Besides, you're El Rey de potty talk.
From Eric Day on Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 18:31:15 from 200.77.34.18
Sorry Burt, don't want to take away your title this time. Keep it. =)
You know you ran more miles this month than I did?
Looking good Burt !
From Brent on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 09:22:42 from 168.178.30.194
Space Balls was great
Run faster without Kevlar Body Armour
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
Recovered from the marathon? What is your next quest?
From Burt on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 13:02:22 from 12.231.112.98
Brent - I'm pretty much bullet proof without the kevlar anyway. I'm about 90% recovered. There's still some tightness in my legs below my calves. Next quest I guess is Ragnar.
From James W on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 17:57:51 from 12.151.72.1
Try strange brew - there's a classic! Doing good for having just run a marathon . . .
From Burt on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 18:05:12 from 12.231.112.98
That is a good one James. My favorite part is when they get separated for the first time and the one that goes with the guy tries to be overly macho while the one that goes with the girl just lets all his emotions out. Hope you had a good time in Texas.
From Kelli on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 18:28:12 from 71.219.71.229
I like when they get stuck inside the brewery things and have to drink up all the beer to save their lives. See, I know some movies.
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 20:51:07 from 174.51.250.151
Ahhh Strange Brew is a classic! That was the first movie I ever watched with Aaron. I came to find out later he was testing me to make sure I could make it through such a lame movie before he decided he liked me.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 00:19:31 from 98.177.216.165
Aaron is smart. However, that's about as romantic as my IHOP story. I guess I can't say anything though. The first movie Vickie and I went to was Galaxy Quest.
From James W on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 01:08:41 from 70.212.178.93
Never give up! Never surrender!
From Kelli on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 10:21:26 from 71.219.71.229
The first movie Scott and I saw was Boyz in the Hood. That should have been a warning.
From Mich on Sat, Dec 05, 2009 at 13:28:50 from 216.119.176.166
Congrats on your Nov. 21 marathon!
Tue, Dec 01, 2009
Total Distance
5.53
Today's run was horrible. Why can't I learn to go before I go? I seriously thought about stopping at Wal Mart, and I totally should have. I was cruising along trying to find that perfect rhythm where I could relax all my muscles except for a certain few. Then when I reached mile 5 I had the brilliant idea to speed up so I could get home faster. That loosened a certain muscle group I had been concentrating on, which then lead me to having to come to a complete stop and regain my composure. Too much egg nog.
From Nevels on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 14:27:07 from 131.204.15.93
been there. done that. on a busy highway. in broad daylight. people stared.
i feel your pain (and have had to sacrifice gloves/socks to "the cause" mid-run) - look at it as the mark of a truly hard-core runner...
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 15:45:14 from 174.51.250.151
Hahaha. You guys are so dramatic. I "go" at least once a week when I'm out on a run. Its just part of being a long distance runner. Find a bush or tree and some abundant weeds for TP and if someone sees you, pretend like you don't notice. Its not worth the bowel pain it causes to "hold it."
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 15:46:17 from 174.51.250.151
Oh, and make sure the weeds aren't poison ivy. My teammate made that mistake once. Not fun.
From Burt on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 16:03:25 from 12.231.112.98
Nan - I was trying to be conspicuous. How did you know what I was talking about?
Nevels - Oh there were marks. If you know what I mean. (Once again, being conspicuous for Nan's sake.)
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 16:39:11 from 90.208.239.169
Nan that is so funny ouch to poison Ivy, I am the same as Nan, at least once a week I get caught out and for no reason at all, I was ok on my long run today but last week I wasnt and it was only a 9miler, its just runners trots get used to it LOL
I did get seriously caught to the point I couldnt go anywere and had to walk slowly then jog then walk slowly home in serious pain not nice .
Burt Marks LMAO get it AO ha ha ha :-)
From James W on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 18:04:51 from 12.151.72.1
more potty humor, eh?
From RivertonPaul on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 19:12:38 from 67.42.27.114
Egg nog -- elixir of the nogs.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 23:43:45 from 205.172.12.229
Wow. Going numero dos during a run is one of the things I am most afraid of. So afraid, in fact, that I do my best to clear the pipes before I run. I did not know so many did the squat during their runs! Perhaps one of these days I will step out in courage and do the same.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 23:44:54 from 205.172.12.229
Oh, and um, if someone perchance happens to see you could you get arrested or fined?
From rattletrap on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 11:37:14 from 70.192.167.129
I had a similar prairie dog issue during my last 5k, but thought I should spare my blog fans from my personal issues :) It's nice to know that you hold nothing back from us Burt, well thankfully almost nothing...
Have you seen the movie where that term came from? It's one of my favorites.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 12:52:18 from 12.231.112.98
Rat Race. Actually, to me that was the only funny part, because it seemed that all the other funny parts were shown in the previews.
Wed, Dec 02, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
No runs today.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Carolyn in Colorado on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 11:25:05 from 198.241.217.15
Are you referring to one kind of run or two?
From Burt on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 11:26:59 from 12.231.112.98
Carolyn! Am I that easy to read?
From Bonnie on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 11:57:11 from 64.119.33.134
potty mouth.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 13:46:19 from 12.231.112.98
You guys have got me all wrong. Why would you even think that? Maybe your the ones with the minds in the bathroom.
From ChrisM on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 15:54:01 from 86.172.142.108
At least that means no chance for runs on the run today
From Bonnie on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 16:20:24 from 128.196.228.134
Oh but Chris, you under-estimate our Burt. If anyone could defy logic (by having the runs on a run that wasn't run) it would be our Burt.
From nguyenvn on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 17:10:16 from 71.68.254.197
lol, too funny! Rest up Burt.
From missy on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 at 22:45:41 from 207.224.208.33
Gee Burt, don't be so hard on me!! I use GoogleChrome. I will try your suggestions. I have six of those Spongebob Golfballs spread out throughout the house. Bought them specifically for ME for my Feet..since no one in my family actually Golf's. U want one? I could spare a special Spongebob Ball for you, because we all know you ARE, like you said the "coolest Friend" to probably all of us here!! :)
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 04:41:30 from 78.32.130.9
LOL Happy Birthday Burt
From Burt on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 09:45:25 from 98.177.216.165
Gee Missy. You'd do that for me? It's not even my birthday. Oh wait...
Sam - thanks!
From missy on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 20:57:12 from 207.224.208.33
Burt, If I had a million dollars, I would buy you every Spongebob Golfball I could get my hands on! :D
Thu, Dec 03, 2009
Total Distance
3.60
I was not about to run 36 miles today. Can anyone think of why that thought would even go through my mind? But I did run 3.6 miles with a fast one thrown in the middle. I saw RUN2DAY backing out of his driveway only he wasn't driving his RUN2DAY car. He was driving his LONGRUN car. I waved at him when he passed me and he honked really loud twice. I'm pretty sure he woke everyone in the neighborhood up.
Time - 27:53 (avg. pace 7:45)
Splits - 7:45, 6:58, 8:14, 4:58 for 0.60 (8:17 pace)
I'm guessing you omitted the decimal the first time you typed in 3.6. You had some pretty speedy splits this morning.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 15:49:13 from 12.231.112.98
Good guess Carolyn, but wrong. The last mile didn't feel speedy coming off the 6:58, but it's not too bad, is it?
From Nevels on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 15:59:55 from 131.204.15.93
personally, i can't think of any good reason to run 36 miles, which is what makes it fun...
From Burt on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 16:06:19 from 12.231.112.98
Yeah, but John, you're crazy.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 16:16:27 from 90.201.147.163
36 miles ouch....
nice splits Burt well done :)
From allie on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 17:35:35 from 67.177.43.41
happy 36 burt.
From James W on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 17:39:09 from 12.151.72.1
That's a nice tempo mile in the middle there . . .
From Burt on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 17:53:11 from 12.231.112.98
allie's the winner!
Thanks James. Just need to string a few more of those together to get a nice 5k or 10k.
From James W on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 19:47:57 from 70.190.199.29
Now I'm going to have to go back and see if I ran on my birthday too . . .
From Burt on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 19:52:31 from 12.231.112.98
I just went back to see if I ran last year. Nope. I remember being injured in December of last year. But I think it's because I fell down the stairs.
From missy on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 20:38:14 from 207.224.208.33
I learn from the Best Burt! :)
From vinh on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 22:01:53 from 71.68.254.197
Happy Birthday Burt! Nice run...hopefully you're fully recovered from your marathon.
From Nan Kennard on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 23:00:07 from 174.51.250.151
3.6 miles on your 36th Birthday. Sweet! Hope you had a good one!
From seeaprilrun on Thu, Dec 03, 2009 at 23:30:37 from 68.103.250.39
Happy birthday Burt and nice fast mile there!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 06:27:18 from 78.32.130.9
Like I say 36 OUCH
From Lyman on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 10:30:06 from 170.135.241.46
Happy Birthday! My fastest marathon and Olympic distance triathlon was when I was 36. Fine age to accomplish great athletic feats.
You can get the 32.4 remaining miles in during your afternoon run. No worries.
From RivertonPaul on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 11:08:38 from 67.42.27.114
belated b-day wishes.
From Burt on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 12:51:56 from 12.231.112.98
Thanks for the birthday wishes everyone. This mid-life crisis isn't too bad after all.
From flatlander on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 13:01:05 from 198.207.244.102
Burt, happy birthday yesterday.
From Rhett on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 13:14:53 from 216.67.211.250
Sorry I missed your B-day. I hope it was a great day.
From josse on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 13:20:57 from 75.216.95.223
I got that with out reading. Happy birthday:)
From rattletrap on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 16:55:49 from 24.19.93.139
Happy belated birthday. Midlife?? Just wait til you get old like me and have grandkids :)
From Kelli on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 18:46:41 from 71.219.71.229
Oh, crap. I missed your birthday. I suck. The brownies are in the mail.
I am glad to see that you are older than me, though!
From Kelli on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 18:46:57 from 71.219.71.229
OH, and nice speedy run on your birthday, BURT!!!!
From Burt on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 19:04:55 from 12.231.112.98
Hahaha Kelli! That's exactly what Leandra said. The funny thing is, I'm going to laugh it off, and a week from now I'll actually get a package in the mail and I'll be like, "I'll be darned. She really sent them." LOL!
From Burt on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 19:06:09 from 12.231.112.98
Oh, and thank you flatlander, Josse, Rhett, and Rattletrap. Josse, you're just that cool.
From Kelli on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 19:10:26 from 71.219.71.229
I did mail you cookies once....but I do not think brownies would stay good. in fact, i am not even sure the cookies stayed good!
From Burt on Fri, Dec 04, 2009 at 19:13:52 from 12.231.112.98
The cookies were delicious. But hey, it's the thought that counts.
From Teena on Sun, Dec 06, 2009 at 15:46:11 from 174.52.45.85
Happy 36.00821917th birthday Burt!!! Here's to the best year ever!!! :)
Mon, Dec 07, 2009
Total Distance
5.61
Have you ever seen that movie The Rookie? It's the one with Dennis Quaid who is coaching a high school baseball team and realizes he can still throw the ball real hard, so he joins the majors. Well, in one scene, if memory serves, he stops along side the road where there is a police radar that shows what speed you're driving. Then he throws some baseballs in the direction of the radar and they get clocked at and around 100 mph. Not knowing how those things work, I wondered whether or not they could actually pick up the speed of a tiny ball if they're designed to measure the speed of a much larger vehicle in comparison. I even wondered if they could capture the speed of a person running. So I decided to test the theory out about the runner this morning because there was one set up half a mile away from my house. I got out in the bike lane and nothing. Then I moved over into the street, and it registered me at 7 mph. I'm probably the only one who thinks that's cool.
There's a couple I often see walking their dogs when I'm running. I haven't named them yet because the only thing I can come up with is Poor-Lady-With-Big-Dog and Fat-Slob-With-Tiny-Dog. But that just seems too long. I think I've trained them well because Poor-Lady-With-Big-Dog said good morning at the same time I did.
Last week I only ran 14 miles. I convinced myself that it was okay because I need to rest some after the marathon. The problem is, it was my birthday week, and I've been eating a lot of junk food. So when I jumped on the scale this morning I was at 205. But after I ran I was at 199. Not too bad, I guess.
From allie on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 12:15:58 from 67.177.43.41
i think it is cool. in fact, i have done that myself, but it wouldn't work. i think i went back and forth like 5 times trying to get it to recognize i was there. arizona police radars must be more high-tech.
i think the new nicknames should be big lady and tiny man. or poor dog and slob dog.
From Twinkies on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 12:42:30 from 134.24.147.249
I don't think a speed detector would work with a baseball. But they do work on runners, sometimes anyways. Radars detect movement, so if it is not picking you up, wave your arms wildly.
From rattletrap on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 12:52:31 from 70.193.229.95
I can picture Burt running down the middle of the road flailing his arms like Phoebe :)
From Burt on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 12:52:55 from 12.231.112.98
allie - That's because you are totally cool. It must not of worked for you because you're so tiny (or fast). I like the nicknames because who knows if they follow my blog. Maybe they won't realize I'm talking about them.
Twinkies - I can picture you doing that in your yellow twinkies shirt.
From Burt on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 12:54:43 from 12.231.112.98
RT - how about like Olive Oyl?
From Rossy on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 12:59:28 from 151.151.7.51
I also think it's cool; however, it's kind of disappointing when the radar does not pick you up; that is, last Saturday, I was running at a pretty good pace in the middle of the right-lane of a non-busy road and the radar registered nothing (however, I was not wildly waving my arm). Also, I completely forgot about this classic scene in the movie The Rookie (there is also an Office episode that has an intro vignette about running by radar signs). Run on!
From Burt on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 13:03:25 from 12.231.112.98
I remember not having it register as I rode my bike by one once, but I can't remember if I was in the drive lane or the bike lane. I'll have to watch that episode of The Office again.
From Jelmo on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 13:50:42 from 68.186.196.145
We call them Speed Wagons in Alabama, and if it is parked in my neighborhood, I always give it a run by, Fun.
From Lily on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 14:43:18 from 67.199.181.242
How about just get a Garmin? That will tell you your speed :) Santa WILL bring me one for Christmas!
BTW- Weighing after a workout just ain't accurate by any account Burty. I'm sure you know this right? Have a super day. It is dumping snow here as I type
From TBarlow on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 15:03:41 from 216.194.124.36
I bet you were catching speed in front of the radar because of "flat slob" - I'm sure he's speedy too :) How nice to run outside, we have 6 inches of snow here in UT
From vinh on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 16:11:54 from 71.68.254.197
Nice run Burt! Time to get back in training mode. Recovery time is over =P
From Burt on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 16:50:33 from 12.231.112.98
Jelmo - for all I know they could be called the same thing here. However, Alabama does have funny names for everything.
Lily - Santa gave me the last one the elves had in stock last year, and now he's discontinued them. Sorry.
Toby - There has been a light rain for most of the day here. So we got that going for us.
Vinh - Sir, yes sir!
From Brent on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 22:19:25 from 76.8.201.223
Burt - hum - we are only a few days from joining the fat slob with big dog club - maybe we need a lose weight contest, anti fat slob with small dog count down. I have gained 10 lbs since STG.
Rookie was good, remember the titans, best sports movie.
Some runners we have named: neandethal man (guy always runs with his shirt off, real hairy back) skyman (always looking up) big bounce (lady with something bouncing out of control)
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From seeaprilrun on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 22:25:08 from 205.172.12.229
All this just makes me want to run by a radar. You DO sweat a lot--a pound a mile or so? My difference in weight before and after a 10 mile run is 1 pound--2 pounds if it is very hot. It was good to take some time off after the marathon and let yourself rest! 'Tis the season for junk food--so hard to stay away from it, especially FUDGE! I wish I saw other people running out in the boonies so I could give them nicknames:)
From Burt on Mon, Dec 07, 2009 at 23:34:49 from 98.177.216.165
Brent - I still like Hoosiers. Nostalgia may have a lot to do with it. Love the nicknames. That was a good chuckle.
April - Did I tell you what my theory was? I think after the trauma of running a marathon, my body wants to retain all the food I put in it because it's afraid I'll burn it all off again. That's partially why I'm gaining. Fudge is the other factor.
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 04:57:24 from 78.32.130.9
ha ha ha a cyclist in england has been done for speeding going over 30mph on his bicycle :-O
I think its really really cool, only one by us is on a very busy road with no bike lane and I have thought on the odd occasion to run in front of it but its a really dangerous road so I havent LOL 7mph well done BURT :-)
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
Total Distance
5.60
Everybody knows I'm a good guy, right? I mean, just before my little "incident" occurred this morning I had picked up somebody's garbage can that had blown over in last night's storm. Such a guy. But then I come up to the intersection, and I'm in it before the car that comes along, but do they stop? No. They roll right through and almost hit me. Being the concerned citizen/punk that I am, I need to make sure he/she knows that I'm there, so I take both hands and slap the side of the vehicle. I guess that didn't make the driver too happy. Here's what went down. The dude slows down, rolls down his passenger window and says, "I apologize for not seeing you, but you didn't have to hit my car." Stop. Let's analyze that. Are you really sorry? If your apology is so heart-felt, do you need to add the "but" in there? That kind of rubbed me the wrong way, so I said, "Well watch where you're going." Then he pulls up again and says, "I told you I'm sorry, but you didn't have to hit my car." "You're lucky I didn't scratch it." Oh boy, them's fighting words. That's when he stops, gets out and says something to me that I couldn't quite make out, but I did hear the grand daddy of all cuss words in there. I was still running, but I turned around and yelled, "Get back in your car! I didn't hit it that hard!" So he gets back in and pulls up alongside of me and says, "Again I apologize. Have a good day." I say, "You too, buddy." Not sure if he heard me. "I'm trying to apologize here", he says. "I said 'you too'. What did you think I said??" So then he does the right thing and pulls up and says, "Hey. I want to make this right. Come over here and shake my hand." And I knew he was right so I had to do it. Don't you think we should hug it out though, biscuit? I shook his hand, and he said, "I don't want to get my day started out like this, and I don't want your day to start out like this either. I'm a runner myself." "Well, I appreciate that. I just didn't think you saw me, and I wanted you to know that I was here, I'm queer, and I'm going to kick your rear." Except I didn't say the last two parts there nor are they true. The amazing part was how calm I was during the whole "altercation". Generally if something like this happens to me, my heart starts to pound through my chest, but I was like Mr. Cool. Clearly I've watched too much UFC, and I've lost all touch with reality. Please don't think less of me.
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 10:29:12 from 207.225.192.66
Wow that is a pretty crazy exchange you had today. I'm glad it all ended nicely. I hate when cars don't see you... I have hit them like you did in the past but most of the time they don't do anything... then I just let them know I think they are number 1. LOL
From Bonnie on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 10:47:40 from 64.119.33.134
Wow!
I hit someones car once and he stopped too, although the exchange went nothing like this ... as a matter of fact he followed me for almost a mile yellling obsceneties at me. Then, another time, on the freeway I got "mad" at a truck that would not let me on as I was coming on the onramp and he pushed me over to the side of the road, got out of his truck and told me if I ever "told him he was number 1" again he would kill me. Be careful out there runners!
I think you should consider this to be a good omen Burt -- play it foward! Have a good day.
From flatlander on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 11:03:40 from 198.207.244.102
Burt, you are my hero. If I could run fast enough I would follow you around with a camera.
From Rhett on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 11:18:54 from 216.67.211.250
I'm glad to hear that all ended well. That had potential for a tragic outcome. Thanks for the laugh this morning though.
From Nevels on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 14:42:04 from 131.204.15.93
I've had similar situations, but my favorite one ended with me and a few running buddies charging a car with two stoners in it who had started running their mouths at us (you know, the oh-so-original quips about short shorts and such). The guys in the car were so confused (and perhaps a bit nervous from the three mostly naked guys running at them) that they screeched off.
In retrospect, even though I knew I was invincible at that age (as we all KNEW), you probably handled your situation better.
Cool story, Burt...
From TBarlow on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 15:05:16 from 216.194.124.36
I'm glad you were alright and didn't get hit. I would have wiped a booger on his window :)
From Burt on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 15:44:21 from 12.231.112.98
Lori - gone are the days when I let someone know they're #1. LOL.
Bonnie - I'm surprised you didn't bust out some ninja moves on them. Oh I know. Because of your skills, it's illegal to hurt someone.
flatlander - I'm not trying to be a hero. I'm just a regular guy doing what anyone would do in that situation.
Rhett - It was dark out, and yes, I did have a dark blue outfit on, but come on. My legs are white enough. And my shoes have reflective material. Anyway, it was a little too dark to tell, but I think the guy might have been in my ward.
Jon - I have plenty of stories of when I thought I was invincible. And tho' it's been a while since I've been in a real fight, I'm pretty sure I would get my butt kicked.
Toby - LOL!!! I didn't know you were cool! Thank you. I will no longer feel bad should I post inappropriate potty talk on my blog and have you come by.
From JamesH on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 19:35:09 from 74.211.22.194
Oh thats some good stuff. My altercations never end that well.
From Burt on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 19:40:56 from 12.231.112.98
James - I just got a text message from my wife saying I'm in trouble because she read my blog.
From JD on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 19:44:19 from 70.96.78.157
Seriously though, that guy really made an effort to make things right. Impressive, and almost unheard of amongst the driving set. Maybe there is hope for mankind after all!
Nice splits there too.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 21:12:20 from 205.172.12.229
That is quite the story. That's a persistent guy to keep pulling up in the car until it was all good. I would've been scared by the persistent guy though, and told him to go away!
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 21:12:50 from 205.172.12.229
I probably would have been too chicken to hit his car too.
From vinh on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 21:41:37 from 71.68.254.197
Nice run Burt. Glad that all went well. You handled it a lot better than I would have.
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 21:53:11 from 174.51.250.151
I always just slow down and run behind cars if they are anywhere near the intersection when I'm in it. I think its just too risky to count on them stopping. I had a teammate in college who always slapped the rear of cars who did that though. We got a lot of strange looks, but never had a confrontation. I'm glad you're safe.
From redrooster on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 22:23:31 from 71.219.121.116
Burt, way to stay cool and collected. could have turned dangerous. I didn't mention it on my mesquite entry, but I also smacked that car that almost hit me coming out of the ranch driveway at about mile 13 in the middle of nowhere. Fairly hard too. I regretted it right away (not hitting the car but the possible fallout) and ran fast to catch the two guys ahead of me for safety. Running seems to becoming more of a defensive sport every day. I can see why some runners just move to trails. I may do the same soon. anyway, good job defusing it and also letting him know he needs to watch for runners.
From Brent on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 22:30:23 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, don't spit into the wind or step on superman's cape, without Jim Croche. Just keep on running, nothing good can come from such an exchange. Also, never cross the street close to an intersection, best way to get hit. Being an expert J-walker runner is much safer. Bravado, studleness, manly man - good in the movies, not on the street unless defending love ones or helpless.
Stay Kool, BE SAfe, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 22:34:21 from 98.177.216.165
JD - Probably he saw my guns (by which I mean my muscular arms), and he thought better of himself.
April - They don't have intersections in Kansas. They still just have that one road, right? ;)
Vinh - you're a "former" marine. He would have been dead in 3.7 seconds.
Nan - you're so much smarter than the rest of us.
Rooser - the truth comes out. That's awesome. But if Walter was the guy in front of you I don't think he'd be much help. (Why do I always pick on Walter?) And what are you going to do if you run trails and someone doesn't have their mountain lion on a leash?
From Burt on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 22:36:48 from 98.177.216.165
You're right Brent, but get this. My wife called and told me that my show off son saw some ladies running, so he went over to tell them good job and give them five, and one of them punched him in the face. I guess what comes around goes around. But I'm totally okay with my son taking brunt of my bad karma.
From redrooster on Tue, Dec 08, 2009 at 23:11:01 from 71.219.121.116
Burt, Walter was way out of sight at this point. Fortunately there were two young strong guys about 100 yards ahead of me who saw the whole thing. I ran with them until about mile 20 where my superior old man fitness kicked in and I dropped them. I was coming into civilization then anyway so no longer needed the protection!
From Lyns on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 11:13:22 from 75.162.196.36
Good read Burt! You are quite the storyteller. Glad everything turned out OK!
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 16:22:01 from 90.201.147.153
LOL thats so funny Burt, wished I checked in yesterday, altercations, I just stick my hand up and keep running most cars stop ha ha ha...... on my long run this Sunday I had like 4 cars stop and wave me across as they must have seen me coming in the distance must have been my singing they heard it and thought omg keep going thats terrible.
Your cool Burt and glad you told him, a loud awakening and glad he stopped and apologized too but how persistant was he! Id have ended up cursing at him sorry but if some man was like that with me "the other word is " :)
From josse on Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 17:28:25 from 70.193.196.116
So this happened to me once. But the guy wanted to get my phone # so he could give it to the cops. He thought I threw a rock at him. Only he was driving down the road and on his phone, and doing a number of other things at the same time. He was going around a curve in the road and ran me and a friend off the road. I slap the back of his car. Needless to say he wasn't happy and wanted me arrested. I told him he was a jerk and to watch the road and left with him yelling curse words at me. I decided after that it wasn't worth it and try to make it a point to look our for the fellow runner when I am driving.
From Burt on Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 20:55:26 from 98.177.216.165
See Josse. What a jerk. Obviously if you were close enough to hit his car, he needed to have you do it. It's your civic duty. The nerve of him to try and make you look like the bad guy.
Wed, Dec 09, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
BEFORE THEY WERE FAMOUS
Today I decided to post some of my pictures that I've found of fellow bloggers before I knew they were bloggers. Featured are JamesW and Kerry.
This was the 2008 London's Run Half Marathon in Queen Creek. I wasn't even a blogger yet. But James has been a blogger since 2006. I now live in Queen Creek, but back then I lived in Mesa.
In this picture is new blogger Kerry Herbine. I haven't ever met him, and this was as close to him in the race as I was. This was the 2009 KRMC Route 66 Race for Hospice 10k in Kingman, and he beat me by almost four minutes.
From Kerry on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 11:00:20 from 65.73.204.62
Burt - God you remind me of my younger brother - that is too funny! I am honored to be a part of your quirky, witty world...
From Lyns on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 11:17:01 from 75.162.196.36
Kerry's Best friend has got some muscles popping out of his legs! Wow!
From Burt on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 11:54:57 from 12.231.112.98
Kerry - Welcome aboard. I promise it will be a wild ride.
Lyns - I know. His muscles just add to his funny lookingness.
From Rhett on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 13:03:43 from 74.41.249.102
Burt, you never fail to impress. As usually I'm laughing pretty hard.
What a great welcome to the blog for Kerry. He should be honored.
From TBarlow on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 15:17:11 from 216.194.124.36
Love it Burt!
Note to self: never run a race with Burt - he will put discriminating pictures up on his blog.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 15:25:51 from 12.231.112.98
Rhett - I thought you might like the little blurb about you in there.
Toby - you don't know the half of it. Unless you've scrolled back through my blog and saw all the discriminating pictures I've posted over the last year and a half. :)
From Sandy Dune-Howard on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 16:23:34 from 90.201.147.153
LOL ;-)
From Nan Kennard on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 17:49:30 from 174.51.250.151
Nice pics! Oh, and you had to run in such a COLD 43 degrees today. You poor baby!
From Kelli on Wed, Dec 09, 2009 at 19:51:24 from 71.219.71.229
Nice pictures.
Glad you added the JUST KIDDING at the end.
From Scott Wesemann on Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 00:50:11 from 75.162.72.176
Now that is funny. Hey, no boofing when you have someone behind you.
From vinh on Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 06:43:40 from 75.77.22.187
Nice pictures and editing. Looks like a nice race. Welcome to the blog Kerry!
From Burt on Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 10:28:27 from 12.231.112.98
Scott - the guy right behind me beat me, too. I guess we know why now.
From RivertonPaul on Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 16:16:02 from 67.42.27.114
Nice, as always.
From Merri on Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 17:49:57 from 67.199.179.247
ahhh I love pictures. every blog should have a picture added at least once a week.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 23:36:38 from 98.177.216.165
Yes Merri. Everybody should...wait. Do you hear that noise? That's the sound of my fingers tapping on the desk as I wait impatiently for you to add one.
From Merri on Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 10:24:41 from 67.199.179.247
I'll see if I can dig up some good ones of the few famous people i know...
From JD on Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 12:47:16 from 70.96.78.157
Great pics. In the first photo, you look like you're giving the guy in front of you a spanking!
From Burt on Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 12:50:52 from 12.231.112.98
JD - I haven't slapped someone's butt since my basketball days. And I did find another picture with me and Kerry, but I dare not post it, for fear of what you might think is going on. (Note to self: Don't leave things up to JD's imagination.)
From JD on Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 16:03:17 from 70.96.78.157
I call it as I see it, except I hold back a little on FRB so as to keep things in a family friendly light. Now let's see that other photo. I promise to keep my imagination to myself!
Sat, Dec 12, 2009
Total Distance
9.12
Oh what a run! (Said in the voice of the late Michael Hegstrand, aka Hawk.)
This is one of my favorite runs. I wish I could do it more often. My friend Glen, who has run on my Ragnar team the last two year and will be again in Feb., and I went out to Usery Pass. This used to be part of the Ragnar course until they changed it last year. I love the challenge of the uphill and the reward of the downhill.
Mile 1 - 8:34 - There is a 179 foot elevation gain. We were pushing it pretty hard.
Mile 2 - 9:13 - 248 foot elevation gain (4.7%.) This is the steepest mile, and we were still pushing it.
Mile 3 - 9:23 - 185 foot elevation gain - We slowed down a little.
Mile 4 - 8:44 - We reached the top at 3.67, another 85 feet, but the steep part was behind us so we were able to speed back up some. Almost a 700 foot climb. I don't think I've ever run up it that fast before. The last 0.33 miles was 31 foot drop.
Mile 5 - 8:37 - The turn around was at 4.56, a drop of 56 feet, so we had one last climb ahead of us once we turned around. Glen took off and got to the turn around about 30 seconds before me, then waited for me. I had to stop near the shooting range to take a small rock out of my shoe that had been there the whole time. The shooting range always makes me nervous.
Mile 6 - 8:45 - Glen and I were running together until we got to the steeper downhill portion, which I was really looking forward to.
Mile 7 - 7:40 - A lot of people like to ride their bikes up and down this hill. It was kind of nice to show off that we were doing it on foot. This mile felt great, but I thought I was running a little faster.
Mile 8 - 7:39 - Glen was starting to pull away from me. I clocked him about 45 seconds ahead of me.
Mile 9 - 7:48 - I'm not sure if I've ever run a sub 8 on a 9th mile before. Gotta love downhills.
Last 0.12 - 0:58 (7:40 pace) - Glen had finished about a minute before me but kept going down the road a little way then turned around and came back. After catching our breath we drank a little Amino Vital. I got a free sample from the internet. It's supposed to be a good recovery drink. It tasted all right, but it left me thirsty for water.
Oh, and I met RUN2DAY today. He's a real nice guy, but then I already knew that. His name is Bruce. Henceforth he shall be known as Bruce RUN2DAY. He invited me to join the East Valley Runners. I'll have to check it out.
Hey Ho great run Burt Dude, love the map thingy too :)
From Kelli on Sun, Dec 13, 2009 at 22:02:11 from 71.219.95.151
Nice run, Burt!
From vinh on Mon, Dec 14, 2009 at 06:31:59 from 75.77.22.187
Good run!
Sun, Dec 13, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Here's a google image of yesterday's run. The PHOENIX on the side of the mountain is supposed to visible to the airplanes coming into Sky Harbor.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From montelepsy on Sun, Dec 13, 2009 at 15:19:31 from 155.85.58.253
I've never heard of the term bithon before. If you made that up, then you're a genius.
From Merri on Mon, Dec 14, 2009 at 10:32:03 from 67.199.179.247
Kamrie came home from kindergarten one day singing go chicken fat go...she said her pe teacher made them work out to it. :)
From Burt on Mon, Dec 14, 2009 at 11:21:38 from 12.231.112.98
Mike - I wish I could claim to be a genius, but that's a word from Hulkamania running wild.
Merri - LOL! How cool is that? Push ups, every morning, TEN TIMES!
From Rhett on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 10:43:48 from 216.67.220.143
I just read Saturdays report. Looks like you had a great run with a strong finish.
From Burt on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 11:38:15 from 12.231.112.98
Yep Rhett. I'm still feeling it a little.
Tue, Dec 15, 2009
Total Distance
5.59
Today was what we affectionately refer to as a recovery run. Okay, who's smart? Tell me what a recovery run is. If you truly want to recover, shouldn't you just...not run? I'm sure there's some science to it. All I know is you're supposed to go run slower than normal. So that's what I did. I couldn't get the "speed wagon" to read my speed this morning. Maybe tomorrow I'll wear a sign on my butt that says "WIDE LOAD."
From Eric Day on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 12:07:19 from 189.192.115.95
Awesome Burt, finally a recovery run from you. You are always pushing the pace hard.
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 12:13:36 from 68.103.250.39
I'm glad you had a good "recovery" run. Do you feel recovered?
From vinh on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 12:32:21 from 75.77.22.187
Good recovery run Burt! A recovery run to me is just a slow/easy pace run that helps me loosen my legs up a lil bit from the previous hard day of running.
From Burt on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 12:39:52 from 12.231.112.98
Eric - I know. I always seem to push the aerobic threshold.
April - I do feel recovered. Thanks for asking :)
Vinh - So would I be correct in assuming that stretching afterwards is of the utmost importance?
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 12:51:33 from 174.51.250.151
Yeah, its all about heart rate. If you're keeping your HR 30-40 beats lower than your threshold runs and races, your body will not feel nearly as taxed but its still building aerobic strength. Looks like you were in need of a good recovery run after those great miles on Saturday. NICE ONE!
From Burt on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 12:57:46 from 12.231.112.98
Thanks Nan.
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 13:39:31 from 207.225.192.66
41 degrees and you are wearing sweats? Just reading that makes me sweat!! Nice recovery run!
From flatlander on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 14:19:17 from 198.207.244.102
Good run Burt, to me a recovery run is anything I can manage after a hard run, not sure what happens but it feels good.
From TBarlow on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 15:06:10 from 216.194.124.36
Do you have flashing lights to go with your sign? Blinking maybe? Neon orange?
I think the fact of warming up your muscles helps flush blood through the system enabling a quicker recovery and less stiffness !
You make me feel hot running sweats in the that temp ha ha
From vinh on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 20:56:50 from 71.68.254.197
Burt, stretching is very important..especially if your legs are pretty tight. I should follow my own advice more often. I only spend a few mins to stretch before/after my runs. I should probably stretch longer.
From Lyman on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 22:25:03 from 75.169.188.83
good point burt, when someone says recovery I imagine myself in bed having a late breakfast with the TV on.
From Brent on Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 22:32:52 from 76.8.201.223
Burt, so you had that wide load in granny gear today, drop that load off and lead foot it, give that speed wagon, without aereo, something to chase.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
Wed, Dec 16, 2009
Total Distance
10.74
I got an email from Blockbuster that they would allow me to switch three of my movies at the store instead of through the mail until the end of the year. Well, that was in November. Back when I was a rich man, I used to exchange them at the store all the time. The nice thing was, as soon as I turned them in, they would send the next one in my on-line queue in the mail. So, I thought that was what would happen this time. But I guess they're not sending them until I return the ones to the store. Is that stupid or what? Anyway, I went to two different stores to get movies. So this morning I decided to throw one in a WalMart bag and run to the closest one. It was 5.6 miles away. Once the sun came out, I was able to take some short cuts.
Nice run Burt really good splits well done :-) and oh the movies we dont have a local movie store, they do have vending machine movies though cba with that LOL
From ChrisM on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 13:07:54 from 86.136.144.100
Hey Burt there is a *free* yes *free* film you can watch on the internet through google videos (it is so old that is why it is free)
It it called Plan 9 from outer space, WOW if this isn't the best film you have ever seen! A gripping tale of attack by aliens from Outer Space. I couldn't sleep for a week afterwards, it was so scary
LOL at the Pic!
From ChrisM on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 13:09:14 from 86.136.144.100
To save money on renting DVDs, I bought the entire series of the X files on DVD and I continuously keep working my way through all of the episodes, what a financial saving!
Way to run on errands. I feel so pleased with myself on the rare occasion that I do something like that.
Looks like you've been playing Fun with Photoshop.
From seeaprilrun on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 14:53:47 from 205.172.12.229
Nice 10 miles Burt! I love the picture of Allie, you really captured the moment!
From Nan Kennard on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 15:04:00 from 174.51.250.151
Hahaha. Great pic. I know she likes to run in shorts in the snow but I had no idea she could hurdle mountains! Sweet.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 15:09:31 from 12.231.112.98
Rhett - I couldn't live without movies. I have to stay up on pop culture so I can win Trivial Pursuit all the time.
Nevels - she calls them mounds.
Sam - we've got that now, too. It's called Red Box.
Chris - Plan 9? I'm on it.
Carolyn - There's a long story to it. Nobody else listen. Okay, one of my daughters has a report due today. It was on Christmas in Wales. You know what that means. That means mommy and daddy get to do it for her. I helped a little, but mostly mommy was up all night putting the poster board together, typing the report, putting it in the folder, sewing the typical Welsh Christmas outfit, making the taffy, etc. She hardly got any sleep. So I got up early and got my two oldest up early in the hopes that they could get themselves ready. Around mile 3 I called my wife to make sure they were on task. Then I meant to call 20 minutes later, but I was getting so close to Blockbuster that I forgot. So I got there and called and my son hadn't left yet. I told her to get him out the door right now and have him run. So I wasn't sure if he made it or not until I got home. But I was going to be upset if he didn't because the plan was to run the one movie to the one store and take the other two movies to the other store on the way to work. If I had to drive him to school, then it would be out of my way. So, he did make it on time, but my oldest daughter didn't. GRRRR!!! I had to take her to school and now I have to drop the movies off after work. Throws my whole day out of whack.
April - allie can't take a bad picture.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 15:10:55 from 12.231.112.98
Nan - Looks like there's a lot you don't know about her. And don't worry. One of these days I'll snap a picture of you.
From Carolyn in Colorado on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 15:23:02 from 198.241.217.15
Ugh. I hate parent homework projects. And my mornings revolve around getting kids to school. Before I left on my run this morning, I set the alarm clock in my son's room for 6:30 so he would get up on time to get to school because I knew I would be back from my run in time to wake him up. When I got home at 7:00, he was still asleep and the alarm had been beeping for a half an hour. His brother was up, but did the brother wake him up? Of course not. So the sleeper got up and took a shower and was late to school. He still had to walk to school because it's faster to walk to that school than to drive to it. Really.
From Bonnie on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 15:29:10 from 128.196.228.134
That cracks me up Burt, Allie rocks!
I have said it before, and I will say it again, your wife is a saint. And, you are a nice guy.
From Nan Kennard on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 15:37:27 from 174.51.250.151
Oh man, that was a long story. We just use Netflix. That way we don't even have the options of stores and the shipping is one day turn-around anyway.
From TBarlow on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 16:00:23 from 216.194.124.36
What a great wife you have!
From Burt on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 16:08:20 from 12.231.112.98
Bonnie - allie's like wonder woman.
Nan - You weren't supposed to read that. LOL (not really LOLing). My friend is trying to convince me to convert to Netflix, but I got to stay loyal.
Toby - Yep. She's the best. Much better than yours. JK. That's how rumors get started.
From Michelle on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 16:45:35 from 97.122.167.7
I have to weigh in that we also use netflix and I love it. There are some movies and shows you can stream online so if you have movie turn around time and you want to watch something you still can. I wouldn't stay loyal, switch to netflix.
From beef on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 16:46:34 from 72.44.96.196
People already beat me on the running errands pun...
I watch my roommates netflix
From Burt on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 16:55:30 from 12.231.112.98
Michelle - I think Blockbuster is going to start that, too. The tend to copy everything Netflix does.
beef - You've got the right idea. Just watch the movies that someone else pays for. I like it.
From Kelli on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 21:22:04 from 71.219.95.151
Your computer and photoshopping skills never cease to amaze me. What would we do without your for entertainment???
From Burt on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 22:43:29 from 98.177.216.165
Kelli - I'm not here to entertain and I am not a role model.
From Bonnie on Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 23:00:55 from 64.119.33.134
hmmm. well you got one of those right, Burt.
From Kory on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 00:54:51 from 24.116.159.75
Great picture and what a great way to return movies. I wish we could rent a movie from Hollywood or Blockbuster Video and have them stream the movie to the computer. Then watch the movie without getting a DVD. Maybe a wave of the future for movie rentals.
From Jon on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 00:01:21 from 75.169.150.6
Wow.
From allie on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 03:16:30 from 98.202.119.100
well i am slow but i am finally beginning to understand your little hints over the past two days. subtle, burt, subtle.
go spurs.
go oprah.
Thu, Dec 17, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
Only me, only you, and my IT band...
I took it easy again today. My knee is pretty sore from Saturday and yesterday. And although all my troubles seem so far away, now it seems that they are here to stay. I hate the Beetles almost as much as I hate Tiger Woods. Tiger Woods, athlete of the decade??? What? He hits a ball with a piece of iron. He's no athlete. Maybe some of his other extra curricular activities could be considered sport, but not golf. I hate him as much as I hate Oprah. Not quite as much as I hate the Spurs, but close. I'm so full of rage. It's not healthy.
From Nevels on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 11:42:44 from 131.204.15.93
so that's why you look angry in your profile picture...thinking about the spurs...
From Metcalf Running on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 12:28:27 from 207.225.192.66
Better do some deep breathing or yoga and find your chee buddy. All that anger is not good for you :) I agree with most of your hate, but not the Beatles sorry.
From Merri on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 12:54:28 from 160.7.252.148
You heard what Tiger's new name is didn't you? Cheetah.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 13:25:01 from 12.231.112.98
John - I probably always look angry. I'm one of those people that when I'm sitting in a row all by myself in a crowded room, people will walk in and go sit in the other rows that are already filled up.
Lori - And that's why I like you so much :) Hey, I'm surprised Nevels didn't get offended about me hating the Beetles. He often quotes them on his blog.
Merri - that's a good one. Why didn't I think of it? Aren't you going to name the artist of the song lyric in my blog? Or at least sing the next line? I don't hate him because he's married to your sister.
From Nevels on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 13:26:28 from 131.204.15.93
I bit my tongue and decided to "Let It Be."
From Merri on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 14:02:09 from 160.7.252.148
Oh I believe in yesterday?
From Burt on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 14:43:35 from 12.231.112.98
No, the first line. I modified it a little to go with the theme of running. Pretty clever, huh?
From Merri on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 15:05:04 from 160.7.252.148
no it's you, me and dupree.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 15:08:56 from 12.231.112.98
Ooh, such a bad movie. Not that it wasn't funny. Just bad. Can Owen Wilson make a bad movie, though?
From Merri on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 15:47:58 from 160.7.252.148
yes zoolander :) I've never seen you, me and dupree though :)
From Burt on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 16:18:43 from 12.231.112.98
Zoolander was funny. Also bad. But funny. I love the gasoline fight scene. You can't make that up.
ouch You really hate The Beatles ???? why oh Why???
thanks for the heads up on the email huh, not the person but a very strange one at that LOL :-)
Oh just cry baby cry or dont "carry that weight" oh jeeze your making me dizzy lizzy
there actually is a Penny Lane in Liverpool and just love me yeah yeah yeah
From TBarlow on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 17:09:13 from 216.194.124.36
I use to live in AZ many moons ago - Gilbert (right by an In n Out). When I was pregnant with my trio I was on bedrest for 3.5 months. The only time I was allowed to get out of bed was to go to the doctor. I would always stop to get a double double - double fries and a shake on the way home. I would rest that box on my beached whale belly and chow down. The point of telling this tale - I would always listen to the oldies station and they always had on the Beatles - it made me feel normal (but I haven't listened to them since).
From Britta on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 17:41:26 from 159.53.78.142
Oprah is not high on my list either! I really don't like Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt has joined my list recently too. He is turning really weird!
From Lyman on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 17:50:18 from 170.135.241.46
IT band pain sucks! I've had it for years and then I stopped rotating my shoes every 300-500 miles. Started to run with old "flat" shoes and changed my cadence and stride. No more IT band issues.
Hey, don't mess with Ginobli and the Spurs. Show some love.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 17:56:05 from 12.231.112.98
Sam - I guess it comes down to I just can't stand their music. And the fact that they became such icons with such lousy music rubs me the wrong way. But they were such humanitarians. Wait, no. No they weren't.
Toby - Pregnancy makes you do crazy things.
Britta - My wife has a crush on Tom Cruise. So for all intents and purposes (or is it intensive purposes?) I should hate him, but I can't because he really is a good actor. And I hear Brad Pitt has chronic bad breath.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 18:00:29 from 12.231.112.98
Lyman! Ginobili is the worst piece of garbage in the NBA. The worst. Worse than Robert Horry. Worse than Kobe. And that's bad. I know he's your paisano, but he's more like a payaso. If I ever see him in real life I'm going to punch him in the nose. And all I have to do is swing wildly. His nose is so big, I can't miss. Okay, now my blood pressure is up. Lyman...you almost had to come off my favorite blogs list. If it wasn't for that Argentine connection I couldn't forgive you. Oh, that guy's a cheater. Okay Burt, take a deep breath, count to ten, sing a hymn...
From Nan Kennard on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 18:13:38 from 174.51.250.151
Yeah, take your own advice and chill out. If you were my kid you'd be hearing an earful about what a strong word HATE is and why we don't use it. Try to see the good in people, Burt. SHEESH. Makes me wonder what you hate about me when I'm not around. You know I love ya though, right? (Just reproving with an increase of love afterwards here.) :)
From Burt on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 18:18:30 from 12.231.112.98
Whatever Nan. You're like Mary Poppins, perfect in every way. But my wife is going to make me eat soap when she reads this. That's a bad word in our house, too.
From Bonnie on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 18:33:24 from 128.196.228.134
Nan and Mary Poppins ... I can't wait to see the picture of that -- but it is so true Burtie my boy, so true!
Don't you feel better now that you have gotten all that stuff off of your chest? It might even make it worth the soap ... although you will have to tell your WIFE, as you are walking around with a cane, wearing dark glasses (because you are blind), and she is fawning all over you, "oh why, oh why, did this happen to my husband??" (cry cry, tears tears) and you can turn to her and say, "it was the lifeboy" ...
From Lyman on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 18:58:57 from 170.135.241.46
Now Burt - Gibnobli is my favorite actor in the NBA. He's got EGOT skills (Emmy, Golden Globes, Oscar, Tony...30 Rock reference).
What would this blog be without you?
From Rhett on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 12:25:52 from 74.32.215.131
I hope the IT Band gets better soon.
From flatlander on Sun, Dec 20, 2009 at 11:25:57 from 76.31.26.153
Burt, sorry to hear about your IT band. I had it last summer and it interrupted quite a bit of training. One day it just stopped, at mile 16, and never came back. Strangest thing. Hang in there, my impression is that they are not too serious in a physiological sense, but I am certainly not an expert. Go Rockets.
Fri, Dec 18, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From allie on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 01:51:33 from 98.202.119.100
"rosy cheeks, no warts"
From seeaprilrun on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 14:20:56 from 68.103.250.39
At least you are not quite so angry today...
From ChrisM on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 14:27:59 from 86.136.144.100
Or maybe Burt is too angry to put it into words!
From Carolyn in Colorado on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 17:27:06 from 198.241.174.15
Burt, you are something else. I'm not sure what, but it's something else.
From Nan Kennard on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 17:57:49 from 174.51.250.151
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!!
Sweet pic, Burt. I'm actually very flattered. Julie Andrews is one of my favorite actresses of all time.
Beware though. Yours is coming tomorrow. And its not nearly as nice.
From Burt on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 at 18:13:47 from 12.231.112.98
Can it be worse that what RivertonPaul, allie, Lenadra, and Merri have done to me?
From seeaprilrun on Sat, Dec 19, 2009 at 17:11:04 from 68.103.250.39
So glad Nan could get a picture of you in your new running outfit.
From Lyman on Sun, Dec 20, 2009 at 19:06:15 from 75.169.188.83
Good solid run Burt.
From TBarlow on Sun, Dec 20, 2009 at 21:39:52 from 216.194.124.36
Way to go Burt!
From Burt on Sun, Dec 20, 2009 at 21:49:07 from 98.177.216.165
Thanks Lyman and Barlow. :) I wanted to run more, but I didn't have time. Also, my shins were really tight.
From vinh on Sun, Dec 20, 2009 at 22:21:31 from 71.68.254.197
Good run Burt! Keep it up!
From JD on Mon, Dec 21, 2009 at 22:01:35 from 166.216.128.75
Run.
Mon, Dec 21, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Bonnie had a cool post today. She has a friend that is starting a program to bring renewable energy sources to developing countries. It's called the Green Athlete Project. If you ask me, I think Bonnie is taking it too literally.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Teena on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 00:45:50 from 174.52.45.85
From seeaprilrun on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 10:26:49 from 68.103.250.39
LOL!
From Merri on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 12:57:19 from 160.7.252.148
She looks like the people in the new Avatar movie. :) see mcdonalds happy meal toys if you don't know what I mean. and I know you like mcdonalds. :)
From TylerS on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 13:35:14 from 66.29.160.130
She looks like a Avatar??? Well I guess that Merri already pointed that out!!
From Bonnie on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 13:41:28 from 64.119.33.134
I thought Avatars were a cool blue -- that color is more like an algae green!!
Very funny - though I wish I were more like Nan, she was cute!
I feel like I have MADE IT in life, I made Burts blog!! Yippee!
From Burt on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 13:53:44 from 206.19.214.144
What Bonnie? You're cute, too.
As far as Avatar goes, that's sheer coincidence. I don't have Photoshop, so all my work has to be done with Paint. Luckily Bonnie has a tinge or red in her skin so that when I invert colors, we get algae green.
From Bonnie on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 14:06:39 from 64.119.33.134
Yes, luckily ;-). Thanks Burt, you made my day.
From Nan Kennard on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 16:42:45 from 174.51.250.151
And he probably boosted hits to your post about the green athletes cause too! Way to go, Burt.
From Burt on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 17:10:09 from 206.19.214.144
Of course Nan. I'm here to help.
From ChrisM on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 09:51:11 from 81.132.104.11
LOL!
You know when you have made it that you get to be in Burt's blog!
Tue, Dec 22, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
If you've been wondering why Merri's running isn't what it should be, wonder no more.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Merri on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 01:08:34 from 160.7.252.148
ha ha ha I love it. I've been waiting all day for my cameo. This should really help my blog stat numbers :) jk
From Burt on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 01:22:23 from 98.177.216.165
It's not my best work, but I like it, too. You are naming him Burt, right?
From Merri on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 10:19:51 from 160.7.252.148
Close Burt, we're naming him Bruton...
like burton and crouton mixed :) ha ha
From Bec on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 18:36:17 from 76.23.55.210
That is precious!
From Lyns on Sun, Dec 27, 2009 at 23:37:04 from 75.162.196.36
NICE!!!
Wed, Dec 23, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
allie swears she saw me in her neighborhood the other day, but it couldn't have been me. I was in JD's neighborhood. I have the picture to prove it. I don't know if he noticed me taking it though.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Eric Day on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 11:13:16 from 189.192.47.180
Burt, I see you are very busy 'running' your photo editor. Good editing !
Cheers.
From auntieem on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 11:25:17 from 67.182.145.8
YOu and JD have the same dog!
From Burt on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 11:32:43 from 206.19.214.144
Oh no, Em. That's JD, not me. You can tell because his bald spot is bigger than mine. I hear baldness is the dominant gene. He must be more manly than I am.
From JD on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 11:34:51 from 70.96.78.157
Hahahahaha! Nice Burt! I've really got to start running WITHOUT a hat on.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 11:40:25 from 206.19.214.144
I know JD. It would help with the tan line. And it's nothing to be ashamed of.
From Burt on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 11:49:27 from 206.19.214.144
Oh Carolyn, Carolyn, Carolyn. So, I found a picture of you in your early 20's. You had some real nice abs. I'll be posting it for everyone to see tomorrow :)
From JD on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 12:20:03 from 70.96.78.157
Is no one safe! Run! Run!
From Burt on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 12:29:55 from 206.19.214.144
I told you I was declaring war.
From montelepsy on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 15:37:37 from 155.85.58.253
How's your IT band holding up?
From Burt on Wed, Dec 23, 2009 at 15:52:42 from 206.19.214.144
It's a little sore in my right knee. I might try running on it tomorrow.
From Rhett on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 14:04:53 from 74.32.214.224
Burt, have a fabulous Christmas. I hope Santa brings you everything you wanted.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 14:21:16 from 98.177.216.165
Thanks Rhett. You too.
From april27 on Sun, Jan 30, 2011 at 09:03:56 from 99.188.251.180
Bahahahha I see you have been going at this for a while now!
Thu, Dec 24, 2009
Total Distance
5.82
I slept in today. That was nice and necessary since I'll more than likely pull an all nighter. Santa Claus is coming to town. I finally went for a run at 10:30am. It's noon now, and I still haven't had anything to eat. That might have something to do with how crummy I felt on my run. My shins were so tight and just wouldn't loosen up. Also my diet in general hasn't been good. The weather's not too bad. Hard to believe I'm wearing shorts on Christmas Eve. Anyway, I stretched out pretty good because I haven't been running since Saturday. My knee felt okay, so off I went. I got to the end of the street and turned the corner, and I saw Bruce RUN2DAY pulling out of his driveway. I stopped and told him that it was me that came knocking last Friday evening. I saw his wife peek out the blinds, but she wouldn't answer the door. I thought maybe they had warrants out for their arrest. So we started talking, and 30 minutes later I was running again. Now my legs had tightened back up. After a mile I stopped and stretched. I also decided to slow it way down. Then I stretched real good when I got home.
Little known fact about Carolyn. Did you know that back in the day she used to date Elton John? It's true. I found proof on the internet. Pictures are worth 1000 words. Don't worry Carolyn. It was his next girlfriend that turned him gay.
From ChrisM on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 14:42:43 from 86.140.110.47
I didn't know that about Carolyn! Thanks for sharing!
You are now on a streak of posting a picture of an FRB-er everyday of the week so far...
From Burt on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 14:47:09 from 98.177.216.165
[struggling to speak]...must...keep up...the streak...
From flatlander on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 14:53:56 from 198.207.244.102
Merry Christmas, Burt, and thanks for all the fun posts this week.
From Nan Kennard on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 15:34:11 from 174.51.250.151
Woah, lookin' HOT Cherolyn! Er, I mean Carolyn.
From Burt on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 16:03:42 from 98.177.216.165
Hey flatlander. I just got caught up on your blog. I'm glad I read it like that. It made like a book. Good reading. I like how you compared yourself to Nephi. I also know that hills get bigger the older you get. Congratulations to your son on his wedding.
Nan - good one. Well, I don't get it, but I'm sure it's funny.
From Eric Day on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 16:51:28 from 189.169.169.1
Merry Christmas-Feliz Navidad !!!
From Teena on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 19:08:23 from 174.52.45.85
Merriest Christmas, Burt!! Have a great one!!!
From Burt on Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 20:33:32 from 98.177.216.165
You too Teena Marie, lol!
From Kelli on Fri, Dec 25, 2009 at 01:15:58 from 71.219.95.151
Carolyn has a smokin' hot body!!!
Merry Christmas Burt. I hope Santa brings you everything you want!
From Burt on Fri, Dec 25, 2009 at 04:03:16 from 98.177.216.165
Thanks Kelli. I'm sure Santa will, because I don't want anything.
From Burt on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 17:01:15 from 206.19.214.144
Sweet Carolyn, do-do-do, good times never seem so good. I'm glad you're a good sport.
Fri, Dec 25, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Emily wants to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Lyns on Sun, Dec 27, 2009 at 23:23:31 from 75.162.196.36
She is way to sweet for words.
From Merri on Mon, Dec 28, 2009 at 13:49:56 from 160.7.252.148
Oh what a little cutie.
From Teena on Mon, Dec 28, 2009 at 20:31:40 from 174.52.45.85
Love the pic!!! She is a doll!! :)
Hope you had a wonderful Christmas! :)
From Burt on Mon, Dec 28, 2009 at 20:42:30 from 98.177.216.165
Thanks Teena. It just dawned on me that Lyns and Merri weren't talking about me.
From Teena on Mon, Dec 28, 2009 at 20:47:43 from 174.52.45.85
Trying hard not to laugh (I have been sick) so that I don't throw-up again!!!
From Metcalf Running on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 10:02:57 from 97.126.137.68
Looks like you had a wonderful Christmas. She is beautiful!
Sat, Dec 26, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
I feel sorry for everyone who is resigned to run on a treadmill. I hear they can make you sweat really bad. And if you're already a bad sweater, well it can just be miserable. Toby's been telling me recently how much she sweats on the treadmill. I had to see it for myself.
She's right. It's pretty bad.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From ChrisM on Sat, Dec 26, 2009 at 09:50:18 from 86.141.83.87
yep I agree with Chris, LOL very sweaty and a deffo level 19 on my chart ha ha
From TBarlow on Sun, Dec 27, 2009 at 22:20:54 from 216.194.124.36
Thanks Burt for the warm, sweaty welcome to FRB!
From Merri on Mon, Dec 28, 2009 at 13:49:34 from 160.7.252.148
yep that's what I look like on the tm
From Burt on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 10:44:38 from 206.19.214.144
Rest assured, nobody sweats more than I do.
Tue, Dec 29, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
It was so nice to go out at 6am and run in a tank top. I'm sorry for all you guys up in Cache and Salt Lake Valleys who have it so rough right now.
I've been taking it easy lately because I feel like I still need to recover some from my marathon. The problem is it's Christmas. I've been eating way too much. I'm too embarrassed to post my weight. Let's just say, I'm above 200 :(
Time 27:01 (avg. pace 9:00)
Splits - 8:53, 9:05, 9:03
Oh, BTW (that means by the way.) If anyone remembers Camille, she just had her 2nd baby on Christmas Day. Send her a congrats.
From Merri on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 11:12:34 from 160.7.252.148
tank top or was it a wife beater?
From Burt on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 11:16:00 from 206.19.214.144
It was a cute little spaghetti strap low cut tank. Plus I cut the bottom off too show my hairy belly.
From Brent on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 11:20:22 from 168.178.30.194
Burt, aka Libre, mouth painted on the belly, whistling midgets? Good to see you back at running - I may need to run shirtless on Milly today, see if my fat bounces more than yours (not a pretty sight), gained 8 pounds since STG.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Rhett on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 11:22:36 from 216.67.211.75
OK, we do have nice weather out here right now, but at 6 am it is still in the low 40s. I'm wearing running tights and long sleeve shirts. Good thing I don't live up in UT or I'd never make it outside for a run.
I'd like to see a picture of you in that cute little get up of yours though. Is it pink?
From Merri on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 11:24:42 from 160.7.252.148
I thought that was you I saw then.
From Bec on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 11:34:07 from 76.23.55.210
Tank top? I will give up snowshoeing now. Dang, I am jealous.
From JD on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 13:48:16 from 70.96.78.157
I thought BTW stood for "Bachman Turner Woverdrive", the popular seventies rock band.
From Burt on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 14:07:35 from 206.19.214.144
Well, JD, it's a good thing I'm here so that I can be takin' care of business because b-b-b-baby you just ain't seen nothing yet.
I thought btw = bloody tanktop wiggle LOL he he he he he he he he got to stop laughing at my own jokes are you having a cabbage ha ha ha ha ha
From Merri on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 17:04:33 from 160.7.252.148
You know who I like? John BTW
From Burt on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 17:07:14 from 206.19.214.144
My kids like him, too. Wait, when you say like, do you mean like like?
From ddcanops on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 22:36:04 from 174.93.78.244
Thanks for the Welcome....
From Burt on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 22:47:33 from 98.177.216.165
No problem ddacnops. Don't let the randomness of my blog scare you off. Most people here are quite sane.
From ddcanops on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 22:50:11 from 174.93.78.244
No worries.....glad to be part of it..LOL
From Kelli on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 13:10:27 from 71.219.95.151
Nice to know I am not the only one with weight issues!! It is almost January 1st, then we can move on and put all of this behind us!
From Burt on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 13:15:02 from 206.19.214.144
Sounds like for you Kelli that's where all the weight is right now. All mine's in my belly. Hee hee.
From Kelli on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 13:17:15 from 71.219.95.151
Actually, I wish I could gain weight in the behind! Mine is all in my belly as well, although my fingers look like the Stay Puffed Marshmallow man and my cheeks resemble that of a cabbage patch doll.
Wed, Dec 30, 2009
Total Distance
3.00
I've been really impressed lately with the cross training Eightkidmom has been having to do because of her injured back. She recently started water running.
From eightkidmom on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 23:34:23 from 4.254.233.189
HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! Oh Burt! You are ca-razy! LOVE the pics, BTW. That is EXACTLY how I water-run...in my dreams. I've been working on adding that extra holiday weight, too. Food poisoning sort of ruined it for me, but I'm making up for it tonight by polishing off a box of See's chocolate. I'll tell you my little secret...post the weight when it looks good, and "forget" to post it when it doesn't. Works for me. :)
P.S. Thanks for the great ab workout I had when I laughed my guts off upon seeing the pics you posted. Should I add that to my blog?
From eightkidmom on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 23:45:36 from 4.254.233.189
I just made your picture my profile pic on facebook... :D
From ben on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 10:46:48 from 209.33.248.15
Too Funny!!!
From Burt on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 11:09:32 from 98.177.216.165
Ha Cathy! I conveniently forget to post weight sometimes, too. Glad you had a good chuckle. Definitely worth blogging about. Should count for a couple of miles.
Ben - very talented wife you got there.
From Brent on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 12:23:27 from 168.178.30.194
Burt - was your three miles, parting of the sea? In the barrel? Does not sound good - head hunters, tarred and feathered, keel hauling, burned at the stake, walk the plank, over the falls in a barrel?
Hey, what has happened to the oriental woman and pot guts? Also, are you staying away from running rage?
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 18:03:34 from 206.19.214.144
I haven't seen them for a while, Brent. But I'll always have the rage. Mr. McGee, don't make me angry. You wouldn't like me when I'm angry.
From auntieem on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 18:23:38 from 24.17.177.218
Yes, she's totally doing it wrong! But she looks like she's having way more fun than me in my pool running sessions.
From allie on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 21:16:47 from 98.202.119.100
it's a pool running miracle.
From Merri on Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 22:09:40 from 160.7.252.148
wow you get better and better with paint. i might need a tutorial.
From Teena Marie on Sat, Jan 30, 2016 at 13:02:27 from 166.170.14.32
Hilarious!!!!!
From Brent on Sat, Jan 30, 2016 at 14:15:41 from 66.7.115.198
Burt and Teena, funny, have not posted on the blog in some. Hope you both are doing well and training well. Still running races and doing triathlons. Take care - B of BS Rools out If you want to be friends on face book that would be great. (Brent Barney)
From Burt on Sat, Jan 30, 2016 at 16:25:06 from 97.117.237.226
Keep up the good work, Brent. If you don't, you'll get fat like me. :)
Thu, Dec 31, 2009
Total Distance
0.00
Bec has been trying her hand at snowboarding lately. Not having a whole lot of luck.
Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Bec on Thu, Dec 31, 2009 at 12:31:57 from 76.23.55.210
HAHAHAHA!!! This is exactly what it was like! I bet my face was exactly like that too!
From Lyman on Thu, Dec 31, 2009 at 15:46:30 from 170.135.241.45
Very funny pic! If only I was as creative as you...
Happy New Years!
From Brent on Thu, Dec 31, 2009 at 16:23:12 from 168.178.30.194
Burt - more working out and less chatter for 2010? You have shown your marathon potential - give us a good show for 2010. It has been fun reading your blog this year.
Stay Kool, B of BS Rools out
From Burt on Thu, Dec 31, 2009 at 16:33:09 from 206.19.214.144
Bec - that was the moment right before the pain set in.
Lyman - Happy New Year's to you, too.
Brent - how about more working out and MORE chatter for 2010?
