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Location:

Austin,TX,USA

Member Since:

Feb 02, 2009

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Other

Running Accomplishments:

2008 Austin Marathon - 4:12

2008 Dallas Marathon: 3:30 (8 months later)

2010 Austin Marathon - 3:24 (bonked at 25 - 12 minute last mile run/walk)

2010 Steamtown Marathon - 3:27 (quads killed on the down hills)

2011-Feb Austin Marathon - 3:17 (finally BQ'd!)

2011-June Marathon to Marathon, IA - 3:07 (BQ'd by 13 minutes!)

2011-Dec CIM - 3:02

2012-April Boston Marathon - 4:03

2013-April Boston Marathon - 3:06

2008 Austin 3M half marathon: 1:43:00

2009 Austin 3M 1/2 Marathon: 1:29:50

2011 San Antonio Half - 1:25 (100% humidity fun fest)

2010 Chuy's 5k - 19:19

2011 Chuy's 5k - 18:23

2012 Chuy's 5k - 18:25

2012 RFTW 5k - 18:05 - PR!

2009 Austin Capitol 10k: 41:50

2011 Austin Capitol 10k: 38:57

2012 IBM Uptown Classic 10k - 37:52 - PR!

Short-Term Running Goals:

~~BQ at Austin Marathon - 2/20/2011~~ Tough course, warm and humid - but I did it.

~~Break 3:10 in a fall marathon (TBD)~~ 3:07 at Marathon to Marthon

~~Break 40:00 in a 10k~~ 38:57 @ Cap10k 2011

~~New: Break 3:05 @ CIM on December 4th, 2011~~ 3:02

~~Break 38:00 in a 10k~~ - Done - 37:52 @ IBM Classic

Break 18:00 in a 5k - 18:05 @ RFTW - October 2012 - getting close!

2011 RACES:

~~Run for the Water 10 mile - 10/30/2011~~ 1:04:06

~~San Antonio 1/2 Marathon - 11/13/2011~~

~~California International Marathon - 12/4/2011~~

2012 Fall Races

IBM Uptown Classic 10k - 37:53

Run For the Water 5k - 18:05

2013

Boston Marathon - 3:06

2014

Boston Marathon - April 21 - 3:11

2016

Rookie Tri - May 1st

Peak to Creek Marathon - Oct 29th

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run a sub 3:00 Marathon

Personal:

Der Hammer is a nick name I picked up from my German friends while living in Germany. My real name is David.

I have been running seriously since March 2007. I started with a local running group called "Gilbert's Gazelles". Before that I had run a couple 5k's (26:00's) and never run more than 3 miles at one time. I have lost about 40 pounds in a little over 2 years.

I am 45 years old, married and have 2 children, ages 5, girl, and 10, boy. I try to keep my running from interfering with my family as much as possible, e.g. getting up at 5 am. However, Saturdays are long run days and I don't come home until around 9 am or so. I owe my family a debt of gratitude for allowing me to pursue this passion.

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Hoka One One Lifetime Miles:						152.00
Saucony Ride 7's - Blue Lifetime Miles:						345.97
Hokas Red Lifetime Miles:						127.25
Brooks Launch Lifetime Miles:						151.75

Sat, Mar 31, 2012

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
15.50	0.00	0.00	0.00	15.50

Close to 70 degrees, muggy start. The group took off at 6 am, Mike and I ran a half mile down the opposite direction on the trail so that we would get in 15 miles. I had run a half mile before the start.

The course was Expo hills, Mt. Bonnel, Scenic, Enfield hills, then finish on the trail.

I had a crappy run, nothing in my legs the last couple miles, Mike took off with 4 miles to go and I couldn't stay with him. It was miserable, I am actually quite depressed. I thought I would be feeling good around now in the training cycle but I feel worse. I couldn't generate any leg speed for the life of me - no strength, nothing... Not sure what to make if it all.

I came home and slept for an hour and a half.

Next training cycle I am sticking to what has worked for me. I feel like I just want to get through Boston and take some time off. Hopefully, I will cheer up later today.

9:09, 8:34, 7:49, 7:44, 7:26, 7:16, 7:13, 7:43, 7:24, 7:06, 7:21, 7:22, 6:55, 7:11, 7:28, .5 @ 7:02. 7:30 AP.

Kinvara's - Boston Blue Miles: 15.50

Night Sleep Time: 0.00	Nap Time: 0.00	Total Sleep Time: 0.00	Weight: 0.00

Comments

From flatlander on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 10:00:04 from 76.31.26.153

Very similar experience today, at a much slower pace of course. I think it will take us a while to get used to the humid heat, it has to be respected and times just aren't going to be as good.

From thelimey on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 12:57:41 from 66.90.219.170

Don't let it get you down (easier said than done I know). It was brutal out there this morning. The hills, heat and humidity were a trifecta of woe ;o(.

Its always tough in the lead up to a big race as your body is adjusting to the slightly lower mileage. You also feel all the little aches and pains, and we also over analyze every little thing!

While I can't make you feel better. You should trust your training. You've worked so hard, had so many great runs that I am confident that you will have a great race in Bean Town. As you recently told me you are great deal of personal drive and determination, and one bad run cannot erase months of hard work. Rest up my friend, spend some time with the family, and if you fancy an easy run on the trail tomorrow then let me know ;o).

From SlowJoe on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 15:29:19 from 74.197.87.208

70 and muggy. Your body is not operating efficiently in the heat yet, that's all it is. I know it's easier said than done, but don't worry about it. You've had some ridiculously good runs this cycle, those don't just disappear.

From Dan on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 18:05:19 from 24.209.83.20

Lots of voices of reason. I have been VERY impressed with most of your focus runs this year. You will do great at Boston. We all have runs like you did today. I have had a few months of 'em ;)

From I Just Run on Mon, Apr 02, 2012 at 09:45:50 from 67.79.11.242

Not that I know much about running...but I do know that a few days of rest will do wonders for your energy and strength. I bet when you start tapering everything will come together! You're going to have a great BOSTON ...!

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