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Holladay,UT,USA

Member Since:

Mar 29, 2008

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Marathon Finish

Running Accomplishments:

2011 Salt Lake City Half  1:42  

2010 Buffalo Run 25 K  2:25  

2010 St George Marathon 3:48  

2011 Mid Mountain Trail Marathon 4:27 

2011 Squaw Peak 50 mile 14:00:49 

Short-Term Running Goals:

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Personal:

married, 4 children

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Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
447.150.00447.15
Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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All my miles are slow, I not sure what the distinction is of the above.  I am joining this blog in an attempt to be just a little more like Nick.  So, I will send out a Ping and see if I get a response.

Ran 6 today.  1-8:27 2-8:19  3-8:58  4-8:21 5-8:10  6-8:26   avg 8:29 as usual

Today was actually the first I've felt good in many weeks.  Busted nut on Left is still distressing quite a bit.

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Mar 29, 2008 at 21:47:39

You are an offical nerdling. Keep it clean for the children. You should really get that looked at... When are we getting outta town?

From cgbooth23 on Sat, Mar 29, 2008 at 22:04:58

WElcome GDOC, being a GDOC doesn't that help with the BN problem you are suffering from? your bro is a animal, he is forcing me to stay motivated!!

From Walter on Mon, Mar 31, 2008 at 11:57:43

Welcome to the blog! I thought I heard a ping so I turned my sub your way! This is a great way to get motivated! keep up the good work.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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Ran 4 today only because of signing up for this blog, so it is having an effect already.  Thanks for making this forum a positive place.

Today was a blizzard in the am, thats why I ran at noon, beautiful.  Pace was 8:29 8:30 8:02 8:02.  And as a bonus nobody stopped me to ask me if I needed help. 

Is the only way to get faster doing sprints?  Or can I just think I'm fast and get faster?  Ha Ha.  Welcome any advice?  What is the minimun mileage weekly to get stronger at a half marathon?

Comments
From Kerry on Mon, Mar 31, 2008 at 17:18:33

Welcome to the blog! I think you'll find that the consensus among the bloggers is to skip the speedwork for now and concentrate on building a good base. Consistency is really important to avoid injuries (six days a week seems to work best). The key is *gradually* building up your weekly mileage and then start mixing in weekly tempo runs.

After you've recorded your mileage and experiences for a few weeks go out to the discussion forum and ask for a review of your training. You'll get some great feedback and encouragement. If you can run an 8:00 to 8:30 pace at this point, I'd be willing to bet that some solid training you can easily break 1:50 this summer.

From nfroerer on Mon, Mar 31, 2008 at 19:53:33

Good advice. Work on uping the milage and frequency of your runs. Then one day grasshopper you will achieve your destiny.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.500.005.50

Ran 5.5 today.  7:59 to 8:18.  Felt relatively good until mile 5 which was uphill.  That seems to be one of my weaknesses.  But downhill is always easier right?  I am increasing my general work out distance to try and get some stamina and less pain in my groin ligaments.

Comments
From cgbooth23 on Wed, Apr 02, 2008 at 15:56:36

You dang Froerer's, natural runners! Before you know it you will be running Nicholas speed, and I will be trying to keep up with you like I do Nick!!

From nfroerer on Wed, Apr 02, 2008 at 21:26:37

Nice run brother... 5.5 that's awesome. Tighten that ligament up... Come up and we'll get a good run in.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
0.000.000.00

I didn't work out today due to too many babies clouding the forecast.  I will try and repent for tomorrow.  I need to find a nice scheduled job so I can run.  Wait a minute, are my priorities getting screwed up?

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, Apr 04, 2008 at 09:29:25

You are just finding the way. You must go with your feeling. And to answer your question - at least 1-2 times a week. Should not be measured in Monthly increments. - Don't forget the GU on Sunday. -Thanks... When do you want to get a long run in???

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
10.000.0010.00

This was a big run for me. I haven't really embraced the "long run" on Saturday before. I decided to go out slow and stay slow and end slow. Just trying to build some endurance. Is this the right way? It was a good run overall. Beautiful morning. One big hill in the mid run. Still sore in the inner thigh, but not crazy.

time 1:25:55 avg 8:34 8:13 to 8:57

Comments
From nfroerer on Sun, Apr 06, 2008 at 23:31:24

Impressive... You are the G-Man! What do you mean - how to tell a FRB?

From nfroerer on Tue, Apr 08, 2008 at 09:24:50

When is the SLC - could have some possibilites if you're not staying downtown that night... let me know.

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Just over 5 miles. avg 8:20.  Very painful this morning for some reason.  Side ache for nearly all of the miles.  I think I just went out too fast and didn't have any nutrition to fall back on.  Maybe the fact I was on call last night had something to do with it.  A nurse told me I looked like the most recent James Bond though, so life is still good I guess.  She is legally blind however...

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From nfroerer on Wed, Apr 09, 2008 at 11:19:43

Wounded bull - or bond

It's good to see you getting after it. You the man. Send me the breakdown on the boat ins... keep it up!

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Today was an overall fast run for me.  08:10 avg.   8:24, 8:46 mostly up then the last 3 mostly down 7:45 8:02 7:52... felt good but I couldn't have sustained that much longer.  Not bad for a coffin boy though so I am relatively happy.  Happy Birthday to Nicholas.

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From nfroerer on Thu, Apr 10, 2008 at 16:32:46

You the man... just as I'm deciding to slow my training runs down - you speed yours up. Come on Brother! where's the love. Have any ideas for a Sunday talk - got the call last night...

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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I went 6 with average 8:29.  miles 3,4,5 avg 8:05.  I was sore but happy to get some in because I havent run for 6 days and I stayed up all night seeing some ER patients in the hospital.  I did hike 9 miles on Saturday in Goblin valley.  It was nice.  I'm wondering if I only run 3 days a week but at least 5 miles, am I doing any good compared to just running my 4 or so with one long run.

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From nfroerer on Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 16:55:20

He's alive. Alive. alive. cried the hordes! Nice run. Are you running in the SLC this weekend? I think you uping your milage will benefit you...

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treadmill while on vacation.  I'm not sure I will ever get on the treadmill again. only 2 miles but at least it was something.  on saturday I watched the leaders of the slc marathon run by at 25 mile mark... and when I say running they were absolutely flying.  I am a different creature.   Anywho, I will try to push for a longer run monday to get ready for a the Ogden half .  Interestingly I am tapering down the running instead of increasing the mileage, maybe I should embrace the trend.

Comments
From nfroerer on Sun, Apr 20, 2008 at 16:57:04

I am gman - the runnite. He who is made of metal stronger than steel and has at least 3 valid claims against non-runners. Then Tm's not that bad. It's just not great.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
8.000.008.00

Ran 8 with average pace 8:32. Enjoyed the time overall on this beautiful morning. I'm always sore and tired...that's the one problem.

Comments
From nfroerer on Mon, Apr 21, 2008 at 13:23:35

8 miles - you the man. The runninite - the pokemon of triumph. 8:32's you rocked it. That oragne burst gU isn't to bad. Stay away from the tri-berry. The soreness and tiredness comes from eating raisenbran after midnight.

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One baby born. Then Ran 5 in the hail and drizzle. It was fantastic.  I think I like this weather best for some reason.  Anyway, 8:38, 7:59, 8:06, 8:04, 8:18   avg 8:14.  I just can't seem to run any faster on the uphill segments.  Overall, a fun bit of excercise.  I will try and do a long run Saturday. 

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From nfroerer on Fri, Apr 25, 2008 at 11:55:28

They need to make a movie about you - my brother. Nice run. You are getting faster! We need to get together for a run. I wasn't able to track linda down last night, so I'll try again today!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
10.000.0010.00

Good run today up 45th, around Old Mill on Wasatch, then back home through holladay blvd.  1:25:19  avg 8:32   My fastest mile was number 8 in 7:35, funny thing was this was only because a sprite 50ish year old asian woman started running with me.  She kept saying "I hope I don't slow you down" and I kept saying "don't you worry, you are kicking my butt."  She just moved to SLC from New Hampsire and ran Boston last week in 3:32.  I had to gracefully peel off after a mile or so, soI could start sucking my usual wind, but it was fun to run with and be pushed by someone for a while.  Felt pretty good until hill at mile 9 1/2.

Comments
From Jody on Sat, Apr 26, 2008 at 13:32:47

Great run! I love when the opportunity comes along to run with those who really push us!

From nfroerer on Sat, Apr 26, 2008 at 17:59:17

Brother .. nice run. You are going to rock ogden! Let's get together this next week!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.700.004.70

Painful miles today.  Average 8:14.  But I didn't feel good, and I needed a two mile potty break.  Thank goodness for construction sites.  I have developed a love for the green "port a john" that seems out of touch with a good healthy life.  It is so interesting to me that excercise feels so different from day to day.  I am becoming more convinced that it is based on sleep and maybe more importantly the right nutrition, neither of which I have a great handle on yet. 

Comments
From Arie on Tue, Apr 29, 2008 at 14:35:37

Yes sleep is a major factor. For me it usually not the night before but the one before it. When I have a really long sleep, say 8 hours, then the morning after I feel slugish and still sleepy. I ususally benefit from it the day after. It is especially true when it come to races.

Nutrition is probably important too but I, like you, didn't get an handle on yet. I'm vegetarian so it is probably more tricky for me.

From nfroerer on Wed, Apr 30, 2008 at 10:59:03

You going to make it up for our bench run tomorrow at 4:30. The count down is on brother...

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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No miles today but 2 babies born.  8#8oz and 9#14oz.  Will try and run tomorrow

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, May 02, 2008 at 09:20:30

You're a strange little man.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
8.600.008.60

Good run today.  First 3 miles relatively uphill on 39th south then over to Millcreek canyon road, then to 33rd.  1:11:49, avg 8:21.    I've been happy incorporating longer runs into the regimen.  Previous to last year I had never run more than 4 miles.  It's been an eye opener that my body and mind allow me to do this. 

Hey, if anyone is out there, how can I compress a photo to put it on the blog?

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, May 02, 2008 at 14:31:40

what - you went to IRONMAN without me...

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.190.005.19

Started running before 6am.  This is a miracle that hasn't happened in over a year.  I'm not sure if this is a good event yet or not.  Will see how the rest of the day goes.  Beats tossing and turning in bed though.  Just over 5 miles.  avg pace 8:13   (aided by 2 downhill miles).

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From nfroerer on Tue, May 06, 2008 at 10:25:35

You ARE ironman! Nice run brother! That was a great movie. very impressive. You are going to RR the half. I need a good ski though... let's go!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
8.650.008.65

avg pace 8:28.  time 1:13:12  Nice run up 45th to Wasatch Blvd then around old mill.  The weird thing is I got very hungry about mile 6.  I dont think I have ever felt hungry before while running, usually just slightly nauseated.  But I wanted a sandwich.  Anyway, I stopped short of the 10 mile plan for lunch.  Next long run will be the Ogden half marathon.

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From PB and J Sandwich on Thu, May 08, 2008 at 22:35:01

You are a strange little man a hungry little man. When you are pale and wafer thin as yourself you must eat. I recommend Neils fish and Fry's. PASTA party Friday night. Bring your hungry little belly.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.260.004.26

Good run post weekend call with little sleep. Time 34:34 avg 8:07. Again aided by a downhill 7:49 mile. Overall excited for the Ogden Half this weekend. I think the weather will be perfect. Maybe a little warm for the marathoners.

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From nfroerer on Mon, May 12, 2008 at 13:01:07

83 on Sat... I'm starting to get worried. Be there with a water canon to cool us down. Also, Jazz game on linda's bigscreen after our pasta party on Friday! Don't forget to get your race stuff on Friday!

Race: Ogden Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) 01:44:30, Place overall: 171, Place in age division: 25
Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
13.100.0013.10

This was a great race, because it was a personal best in the half.  I finally passed the 1:50 mark.  Crushed this one with a 1:44.  I was really happy that I could average 7:55 per mile.  I didn't really beliveve I could do that.  Also, Huntsville is the hometown, and I was able to run with my good brothers. Brother Nicholas killed his first marthon in 3:30.  Congrats.

 

Miles 8:30, 8:15,7:57,7:56,7:23,7:53,7:49,7:36,7:34,7:22,7:46,8:10,8:12

Comments
From josse on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 19:44:12

Way to go! You smashed your pr. Is a marathon in your future?

From Jon on Sat, May 17, 2008 at 23:20:46

Congrats on the hometown PR!

From nfroerer on Sun, May 18, 2008 at 19:10:28

You smaashed it brother! Way to go! Look at all those 7 minute miles. Nice job! We need to sign up for Hobble or Provo Half. Let me know. How are you feeling today!

From Walter on Mon, May 19, 2008 at 00:16:25

Great run and a pr to go with it! Keep up the good work!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.430.003.43

Stiff.  Sore. Painful.  But good to stretch the muscles post race.  Up all night on call, 3 babies born between midnight and 7 am.   Just 3.43 miles this am with avg 8.31.  What's the next race?  I am realizing I need something out there to look forward to and to motivate me to keep it going.

Comments
From nfroerer on Tue, May 20, 2008 at 22:20:34

8:31 avg... I need to step up my game. Plan on Sunday night. Aight!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.060.006.06

Beautiful rainy cold day.  Felt good enough to do a bit longer run.  50:20 avg 8:19

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, May 23, 2008 at 10:36:07

Nice run brother... signed up for the xterra 10k. It will be awesome!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.380.004.38

Lovely rainy memorial day morning.  I wasn't really feeling it because I stayed up to late last night watching a movie.  The Guardian, not great but my wife and daughter thought watching Aston Kutcher was nice.  Anyway,  the run was nice and cool.  4.38 miles, avg 8:13.  Made a push at the end but didn't really feel that hot.  Have a great day.

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From nfroerer on Tue, May 27, 2008 at 12:55:05

Coffin boy.... now that's funny. Boating... We need to think about picking up a spare prop...I'll price it out. Peace out!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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was going to run today but unfortunately my 7 year old son fell at recess and broke his arm.  We spent the day at Primary Childrens hospital.  He is doing well.  But we are all bummed out.

Comments
From nfroerer on Thu, May 29, 2008 at 12:02:01

No.... are you serious. Is that the same arm as last time? Right before the trip. Augh... You better go for a run. Let me know if you need anything.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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Morning run before work.  8:10 average.  Hobble Creek Half is closed.  I need another race to register for it looks like.  Any ideas for a half?

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, May 30, 2008 at 10:11:30

Hobble is really sold out! I think the TOP of Utah half is that same day??? Nice run mein Brother!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.000.004.00

Last night was a father son sleep over in the moutains around Park City.  Of course the night was filled with a disaterous "try to set up a tent" experience which I finally found the culprit was a broken bar to the maintent pole.  I was rescued from this by another who decided he wasn't sleeping over and I borrowed his tent.  Will slept well.  I slept well with a little help from my friends (Ambien and Ibuprofen).

Breakfast at the crack of dawn then it was a race to depart.  Also, felt the urge to run but the heat and breakfast of sausage, hash browns and eggs was kicking in at 1.5 with cramping results.  Anywas I limped 4 instead of the planned 6 and averaged 8:21

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, May 31, 2008 at 19:15:13

An impressive run Coffin Boy! We should take the bros hiking and to a hotel - for the pool.. Camping made easy! I'm jealous you'll be running the foothills of italy next week.

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around the walls of Lucca Italy

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4.600.004.60

Have been on vacation in Italy and Switzerland for the last two weeks and basically havent run.  (a total of 5 miles while on vacation).  Tried to just get out today and muscle back into some running mode.  Wasnt pretty.  Taking two weeks off with jet lag involved is difficult.  Europe was great.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.320.003.32

Painful run.  I feel as if I have never run before and I am starting over.  Of course I have hardly slept in the last week.  avg 8:18  all painful and feel fat.  Motivated though to get back into shape.  Seriously wondering how I ran the Ogden Half in 1:44 just last month.  That seems impossible currently.

Comments
From nfroerer on Mon, Jun 23, 2008 at 11:24:52

Brother man... Good to see you get the wheels moving again. That 8:44 should be a 1:44 you rocked the Ogden. It's go time.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.700.006.70

Today was a near disaster.  I would have called search and rescue if I had a cell on me.  I havent run for a while but really wanted to get in a good one today.  So I thought I would do the 8 mile circle up 45th to wasatch blvd, around old mill and back home along holliday blvd. I am sore from waterskiing and still jetlaged.  It was hotter than expected and I didnt get an early start because I was helping sister sarajane with packing her moving van.  I never stopped going up 45th which is the 1st time for me except I was moving slower than my 8 year old could walk it Im sure.  Anyway I really started groin and thigh cramping and dehydration about 4 and half in.  The rest was torture some walking some running.  Finally made it home since no one would rescue me.  Nick if this happens on the McKenna Beach trail you will have to come back and rescue me out of the lava fields.

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Jun 28, 2008 at 20:13:46

Never fear - I will be close. Man what a run. I do have to give you props for finally getting a picture uploaded. Let's go boating on Tuesday!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.200.004.20

I feel horrible.  Hot, heavy, leaden, slow, tired, stressed.  I have been working too much lately and ran but scant miles in June.  July doesn't look much better. It is difficult to remember how fit I felt in May, and now I am slow and heavy.  This am run was 4.2 with visit to sister in law restroom at 2 miles.  avg 8:38 and in pain.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.730.004.73

A bit better run.  But still unusually painful.  I think I am still jetlagged and not heat adjusted. avg 8:24.  Come to think of it.  I haven't felt good since I turned 40.  Maybe I am just in the transition stage to a new and better decade.

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Jul 05, 2008 at 13:53:56

It's good to see you getting out on the road brother... Some girl won the race. I'm not sure who it was. She was a smoken though. We on for Friday Morning?

From gdoc on Sat, Jul 05, 2008 at 23:37:07

friday is a go. Should I sleep over on thursday for movie night?

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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8 miles on the mountain bike

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hot and painful

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first decent run in a long time.  I finally went in the morning before the extreme heat of the day.  I think I can't give off enough heat in the 90 plus dgree days.  Anyway , avg 8.08, with two miles sub 8.  I wasn't feeling great, sore from waterskiing yesterday, but it was nice to know I could gut out these miles. 

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Jul 12, 2008 at 13:18:24

My brother is back... He's alive, We need to take the ____ wagon out again. Soon. Think about BeaR Lake / Powell / gorge ? Let's do them all..

From nfroerer on Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 11:23:55

You are not a weak link... you are my brother! Vegas Baby.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.370.004.37

Hot and muggy evening run.  Had a half mile walk after 3.3mi.  Im weak sauce.  avg 8:26. But nice to get some kind of run in after 10 days. 

Comments
From nfroerer on Wed, Jul 23, 2008 at 08:59:06

He's alive - alive... Nice run brother. To bad we won't see you until Friday afternoon.....We should head out early on Sat morn.

Race: Froerer Olympic Run (0.8 Miles) 00:00:00, Place overall: 6, Place in age division: 1
Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
0.800.000.80

Age division winner, what more can I say. The company was great, the finish divine.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.170.003.17

Nice this morning.  Just getting back to the basics with some shorter distance work.  Or it could be Im just winding down.  avg 8:27

Comments
From nfroerer on Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 00:14:56

There will be no winding down...Save that for the beaches in Maui!!! Let me know about Friday! Good to see you getting out.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.000.005.00

nice run, starting to feel better again. especially since I had some sleep last night. went up around market steet grill. still slow and dying but a fun rewarding run. avg 8:33 fastest mile 8:08

Comments
From nfroerer on Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 20:17:05

Coffin boy makes a return. You are my hero!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.350.005.35

deer valley run. 8:57   altitude killing me

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8 :24 avg

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Felt good this morning.  A bit cooler weather is welcome.  Ran from home around Market Street.  52:32  avg 8:18.  I hope I can get it going again.

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From nfroerer on Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 15:09:09

That's what I'm talking about! Stomach Side control... trying to make it home without hitting a Potty Break - due to eating mexican fiesta the night before.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.700.005.70

Good run after a night of call.  I decided I needed to get out after cheeseman told me "you really are pathetic, aren't you?"  avg 8:30   total 48:25.  Running loop around 39th.  Face is still palsied numb from dental implant.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
2.700.002.70

First day of school for the kids, ran for a short time only prior to work, but it was nice. 

Comments
From vELVEETA on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 01:43:36

how touching, numb chin fella

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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hot noon time run.  struggle but nice to be out.  avg 8:33

Comments
From nfroerer on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 15:10:27

Nice run. Good to see you getting out of the office! We on for Friday?

From gdoc on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 15:19:42

i believe so. How is the water?

From wanker on Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 16:08:59

The water looked great today was windy yesterday....

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.300.006.30

Sore from waterskiing yesterday morning at Pineview with nfroerer and hairdog. Wish you were there Velveeta.  It was glass, and it was great.

Run today around Market Street neighborhood.  53:20 avg 8:26 with fastest mile 7:56

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Aug 30, 2008 at 12:45:03

You are the man! Nice run. Let's do that Mountain to Metro run! Feel it Be it!

From nfroerer on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 13:57:33

Locked in for the M2M7. Sep 27.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
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run cut short because of massive and sudden hail storm.  was fun for awhile but... went to yoga with my wife instead.

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From nfroerer on Mon, Sep 01, 2008 at 19:36:19

Yoga! Did you strike a morning dog or a wounded kneee bow. Sounds fun. That storm was a little crazy.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.000.005.00

Nice post call run.  Up most of the night with naughty twins.  (Babies needing c-section, I should clarify).  Run was painful, avg 8:27.  Lots of side aches.  Likey fatigue and lack of sympathy.

Anyway, time for nap. food. shower

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From nfroerer on Thu, Sep 04, 2008 at 19:42:46

Be the man.. tingle. Do you feel the tingle little man?

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
7.200.007.20

Enjoyed this one.  Longest I have gone in some months.  Seem slow since May but at least I am still doing it.  avg 8:37.  I need some regimen to get energy after a run.  Something in the nutritional department I am thinking.  Raisin Bran not cutting it.  Apple Fruit pie neither.

Comments
From vELVEETA on Sun, Sep 07, 2008 at 22:24:56

oh oh I like the cherry ones

From nfroerer on Mon, Sep 08, 2008 at 12:29:55

Try some arm I hear they are good and rubbery. Nice long run brother... We heading out this week sometime? Let's get a run in too. The trails are awesome right now.

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Post call, post department meeting run.  What was truly amazing was I finally broke 8 minutes on a mile.  7:35 on the last one.  Granted, I was going downhill and it was the last one, but hooray for small victories.  avg 8:19.  I also have a lower left lip and chin that is alternating searing burning neuropathic pain, and wooden numbness.  This is from a recent dental implant.  Life is great.

Comments
From numblip on Fri, Sep 12, 2008 at 22:51:40

Friend... You need some help. 7:35 killa last mile. You ready for the race on the 27...? When we going to go bowling?

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.180.005.18

avg 8:19  I feel if I can start very slow I can build to something faster (relative to me of course) by the end.  Third mile was 7:47.  Anytime I break 8, I feel like I am accomplishing something given the relative few miles I run.  I am trying to make a concerted effort to up miles.  But so far work and wussitude have not complied.  Fun run today.

Comments
From nfroerer on Mon, Sep 15, 2008 at 08:24:36

wussitude, listen up. We have mountian to metro creeping up on us. We should plan on something after...

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.770.003.77

Late evening run after long surgery day.  avg 8:19  Trying to just be able to finish the Mountain to Metro next week. 

Comments
From nfroerer on Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 09:21:03

Brother... check out http://www.stridersrunning.com/striders_7_2008 for some course info. It will be fun. I'm planning on doing something after... U Weber game probably not on the list though..Let's catch some dinner and a show or someting.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
8.000.008.00

Longest run since May.  Felt good except legs started to get tired by the end.  Never pushed too hard.  Just wanted to get some miles in.  avg 8:29

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 07:59:02

You are my hero!

From vELVEETA on Sat, Sep 20, 2008 at 21:52:46

is it possible for a numb faced coffin-boy to be a hero? yeah baby. Let's plan Az in Jan!

From nfroerer on Sat, Sep 20, 2008 at 23:13:40

I'm in...

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.490.004.49

running in the rain.  a bit chilly but it was overall nice.  only one on the road.  avg 8.04 , two of the miles were downhill however. 

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From nfroerer on Mon, Sep 22, 2008 at 13:22:13

You are steppin up... Sweet run. You arnn't going to wuss out on Sat night are you! No real plans yet - just FREEDOM.. FREEDOM ( in a cracked voice)

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.000.004.00

avg 8:23  early morning run.  unusual for me, but was a nice change of pace.

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From vELVEETA on Sat, Sep 27, 2008 at 01:51:16

you are a bit unusual you know that right?

I signed up for the rnr phoenix jan 18th. Get it done coffin boyster

Race: Striders Mountain to Metro 7 (6.8 Miles) 00:58:00, Place overall: 32
Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.800.006.80

Very hot but very cool race.  I ran this one on the advice of my brother Nicholas.  Plus Ogden is in my old stopping grounds.  First mile is mostly uphill on a single track trail.  i made the mistake of getting trapped in behind a lot people who ended up walking part of it.  hard to get in any kind of pace.  the rest of the race was beautiful on the trail, but i was feeling very sluggish from mile 3 to finish.  Just haven't figured out how to increase the pace in the heat and late start (3 pm).  However it was a great confidence boost just to have keep going when I didn't feel great.  avg about 8:23

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From nfroerer on Sun, Sep 28, 2008 at 22:45:33

You're a stallion! Keep on riding! This was just a warm up for our next 10k! Thanks for letting me crash at ur place!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.800.003.80

sore from saturday, but had a nice morning run with some hills.  tortise pace. actually nice to run without the ipod this morning.  avg: high

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From vELVEETA on Sat, Oct 04, 2008 at 01:58:05

heu goob, no ipod huh? nerd. hey sign up for rnr in phoenix. Running in san jose sun. yer hero cheese

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.360.006.36

nice run in the drizzle of rain.  easy pace, 8:49, 8:00, 8:50, 8:44, 7:57, 8:21

Ran the whole thing to blink 182 on the ipod.  enema of the state album.  

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Oct 04, 2008 at 16:30:40

Ya baby .. don't let that glove smack you down!

From Christi on Sun, Oct 05, 2008 at 09:44:28

Hey GDoc! Nice to meet ya. Thanks for the support on my race report!

From vELVEETA on Sun, Oct 05, 2008 at 19:42:58

where is my support gdink?

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.330.005.33

Ran around the Holladay benches.  avg. 8:33 with some hills that were close to 9:00.  my new strategy is to overall take it a bit easier on these runs.  I am only so fast anyway so why not feel a little better.  This may help me want to run more in the long haul.  Nick is wussing out of Phoenix so I am still trying to make it work.  I am on call that Friday and am trying to get it off.

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From nfroerer on Tue, Oct 07, 2008 at 14:43:25

Where's the love... Let's find a race that works!!!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.010.004.01

Painful. avg 8:34 should have just eaten lunch i think.

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 00:23:08

We doin Phoenix or what!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.220.005.22

Nice postcall run.  Started out and finished slow.  However it is a beautiful day.  I am definitely not looking forward to winter, so after our weekend snowfall, this was nice.  avg: 8:42

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From cgbooth23 on Wed, Oct 15, 2008 at 15:13:18

You know how to look forward to winter? It's called Snowbasin... get Nick and I am sure Anthony is already hooked up with a pass and get up there a bunch this year... just look at it as coming up for a day of H2O skiing at the dam!

Was your middle miles today smoking fast?

From nfroerer on Wed, Oct 15, 2008 at 17:07:42

Maui baby! That's how we roll.

From vELVEETA on Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 00:45:33

Maui huh? Total losers! It is going to rain the entire time! Ha Just kidding, I hope you have a splendid time. Is everyone signed up for Phoenix?

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
2.500.002.50

up at elevation in deer valley.  Beautiful but didn't feel great

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.500.003.50

late in the day.  heavy. avg 8:48.  I'm actually scared for the Hawaii run, I may be the last one in.

Comments
From vELVEETA on Tue, Oct 21, 2008 at 01:52:53

u there doof? what do you mean Mesa? I do like warthogs though!

From vELVEETA on Tue, Oct 21, 2008 at 01:54:19

when is this Hawaii run? Wankers. Don't be scared.

From nfroerer on Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 10:41:01

You will probably need to carry me across the line.. my training has gone.

From nfroerer on Thu, Oct 23, 2008 at 00:28:42

Aloha

From cgbooth23 on Thu, Oct 23, 2008 at 00:35:56

you both will rip it, just think how few have been training at altitude like you two!

Race: Makena Beach Trail Run (6.82 Miles) 01:03:58, Place overall: 72, Place in age division: 10
Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.820.006.82

Amazing race given the locale and event in conjuction with the XTERRA world championship race happening the next day.  Ran with brother Nick in the race and my wife running the 5K.  This race really was more like 11 plus K.  Felt good.  Started out slow because I knew the first 3 miles was mostly uphill.  Accomplished my goal of finishing in the top half  (approx 230 runners) and more importantly never stopping running even on the long stretch of Big Beach sand running.  The last two miles I followed a very fit 45 to 50 year old aussie woman.  I just wanted to keep up with her so she gave me some extra push.  I loved this run. 

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.050.005.05

Great humid Hawaii air run this morning with Nick along the Wailea beach walk and then up near the Wailea golf course.  Felt good overall.   Not really sore from the race.  Maybe I didn't push it hard enough.  Or maybe its the healing properties of the island air.  Another day in paradise.  avg 8:53

Comments
From vELVEETA on Wed, Oct 29, 2008 at 00:51:01

healing properties of the island air??? oh my sad little man. What are we going to do? I hope it rains.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.000.003.00

Last run in Maui.  Great times.  I like the lower elevation.  Still was struggling though because of the hotness.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.750.004.75

Ran to daughter jane's soccer game along 23rd.  Trying to get rid of one week of food gorging in Hawaii.  avg 8:30. Beautiful morning.  Likely last one of the year as is supposed to drop 20 degrees by tomorrow.

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Nov 01, 2008 at 17:52:19

Brothaaa my belly is still recovering from the panis attack too. Nice run! Let me know what flight you're getting and I'll book mine.

From vELVEETA on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 21:19:47

not sure if i want to know what a panis attack is. or if the a should be an "e"? should i worry bout my bros?

From gdoc on Sun, Nov 02, 2008 at 23:40:05

the actual term our dear brother is reaching for is "pannus"

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.000.004.00

Evening run in the chill.  Now enjoying chocolate chip cookies homemade.  avg 8:31

Comments
From nfroerer on Tue, Nov 04, 2008 at 23:52:21

Ya I got some new shoes about a month ago.. broke them out for the xterra! I think I'm a little depressed....That trip was Awesome. Wanna catch Max payne one of these nights... I'm craving some of Anne's CCCookies....

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.070.006.07

Fantastic run.  It snowed like a beast yesterday, but sunny clear air today.  Ran along holladay blvd to 6200 south, then around the business section.  avg 8:21 total 50:40.  Happy to be outside.

Comments
From nfroerer on Thu, Nov 06, 2008 at 20:26:06

Nice run... very impressive! Let's go out and do something!

From vELVEETA on Sun, Nov 09, 2008 at 17:50:11

FANTASTIC!

From vELVEETA on Sun, Nov 09, 2008 at 17:50:45

fantastic, fantastic, fantastic

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.830.003.83

Drizzle run.  I tried to push it at fast as I could.  Best mile is 7:56.  I am a slow footed beast.

Comments
From nfroerer on Thu, Nov 13, 2008 at 09:15:58

I think they have a cream for that.

From vELVEETA on Fri, Nov 14, 2008 at 00:15:38

beast and forn

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
8.300.008.30

got much needed boost from Ozzy " Bark at the Moon" at mile 3, and unexpected "Back in Black" at mile 4.  I didn't even know these were on the ipod.  Needed a long run to hang with the bros.  avg 8:17 total 1:08:42

Comments
From nfroerer on Sun, Nov 16, 2008 at 19:47:46

oh.. brother. You can be our wing man anytime. Any chance Crazy Train is in there anywhere..

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.000.005.00

Beautiful day in Holladay.  Fall temps are perfect.  40:25 avg 8:05  that's about as fast as I can go without a carrot in front.

Comments
From nfroerer on Mon, Nov 17, 2008 at 17:09:37

Nice.. back to backers. What is up! You might inspire me to run tonight...Supernatural was killer..NTTA baby.

From vELVEETA on Tue, Nov 18, 2008 at 00:39:13

sort of wondering ...

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.280.003.28

Run after work in the dark.  First time for everything.  Nice. 8:24 avg.  Now that dinner is getting scarce, I might as well run.

Comments
From nfroerer on Wed, Nov 19, 2008 at 23:30:32

Brother -o- mine! Nice night run. We need to plan a movie night - name it and tony and I'll come down.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
8.450.008.45

for whom the bell tolls along wasatch blvd loop on this chilly morning.  In the 30s when I left, around high 40s at end.  Stumbling bumblin rumbling.  avg 8:34

Comments
From vELVEETA on Sat, Nov 22, 2008 at 22:10:14

not too shabby, for a fuzzy h.lipper!

From nfroerer on Sat, Nov 22, 2008 at 23:36:46

To bad the Cougars didn't bring their A game! Nice run Brother man...

From nfroerer on Sun, Nov 23, 2008 at 16:25:29

I'm going to try and get into Moab, so let me know. No pressure though.

From vELVEETA on Mon, Nov 24, 2008 at 01:27:55

leg warmers huh? maybe there is something to what yer sayin..maybe . . .that is a presence I haven't felt since...I may try moab too. I'll sign up separate just to keep things glossy, Robyn may want to come to that one. I am a cal bears fan now anyway.

From nfroerer on Mon, Nov 24, 2008 at 10:01:16

New favorite quote: "Don't go smokin out of that flesh". Ok... everyone on their own for Moab.

From gdoc on Mon, Nov 24, 2008 at 23:11:18

that was a quick skip to everyone on their own for moab. Who is going? also I am considering the marathon in may. what is the thought?

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.910.004.91

was sure i went 5, but the garmin does not lie.  ran the olympus high loop after a night of call.  ribs are sore and possibly full of scurvy

Comments
From nfroerer on Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 21:12:22

Just don't go smokin outta that flesh... Oh I love it.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.840.006.84

Nice to be back out. 57:07 avg 8:21  Holladay blvd to Mrket Street Grill neighborhood.  necessary escape from the Lost world.  I am seriously in media trouble.

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Nov 29, 2008 at 17:39:14

Hello. My name is John Henry. Don't go smokin outta that flesh... It's a good place to be lost in.. my friend.

From nfroerer on Sun, Nov 30, 2008 at 23:46:32

Did someone say.. Do you want to try a piece of Angel Food Cake? Yes.Please.

From vELVEETA on Mon, Dec 01, 2008 at 01:56:26

it defines us, gives us meaning, don't fight it- there are polar bears on islands and seriously freaky guys named jacob in scary cabins. enjoy coffin boy. also, yes running on sunday has been known to give the runner special abilities, with some minor, mostly, side-effects.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.540.004.54

I decided to give the Brooks shoe one more try.  I still am not sure I like them.  Right foot hurts a bit all the way up.  8:05 avg

Comments
From gdoc on Wed, Dec 03, 2008 at 16:41:29

you are the most interesting person I have ever met

From nfroerer on Wed, Dec 03, 2008 at 17:20:39

Not only are you talking to yourself. Now you are leaving comments to yourself. You need help....btw Nice run.

From vELVEETA on Thu, Dec 04, 2008 at 02:14:45

oh my sad, sad unit gweeb bro. great shoe comments though!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.650.005.65

avg 8:15   Happy to be 40 and virile... oh wait a minute.  Looking forward to hanging with the bros in Phoenix for rock and roll half.  Do we need to make any arrangements for fri and sat amusement?

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, Dec 05, 2008 at 17:04:03

Oh yes... Angel Food cake - anyone? Nice run brotha.. you coming up later tonight or what!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
10.200.0010.20

This was a beast, but a fun one.  Brother Nick said we would try something new, but didn't give any other info.  Soon enough I found myself on a trail going up one of the beautiful mountains in Huntsville and making my way to the top of North Ogden divide.  I'm glad I didnt know where his destination was or I mentally would have pussed out a bit.  Anyway the pace was slow due to me but a great mix of up and down and great scenery.  Wish you could have been there velveeta.  1:40.  Thanks bro for the hospitality and pancakes.

Comments
From nfroerer on Sat, Dec 06, 2008 at 17:45:49

Anytime... It was an awesome run. We need to plan next weekend down there-- have you take us out and about!

From vELVEETA on Sat, Dec 06, 2008 at 20:08:01

uh not too shabby for wussitude froerer, oh by the way, I've reformed and changed my name a bit. And the quote is actually, "Now Philipe Gaston, you are lost in it . . .with the rest of us . . .prrrchhh(the brick o wood goes in the fireplace.

From vELVEETA on Sun, Dec 07, 2008 at 03:03:18

it is actually spelled gweebiant,, ant ya matey

From gdoc on Sun, Dec 07, 2008 at 18:24:33

why such a hater?

From vELVEETA on Sun, Dec 07, 2008 at 23:10:02

that's what pirates do mate. Just trying to serve my fellows

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
6.000.006.00

Ran from state street to home, up 56th south.  Nice, with one 7-11 pit stop. Forgot watch so not sure of time.

Comments
From nfroerer on Tue, Dec 09, 2008 at 12:23:54

7-11 pit stop. Did you get a monster... Nice run! Friday?!

From nfroerer on Wed, Dec 10, 2008 at 12:30:25

Is that your before and after pic?

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.250.004.25

I went on a late afternoon run as soon as I could break out of hospital.  Didn't feel great, but never do on evening runs.  I did however have a nice lady pull by me and tell me she knew it was me because of my bowlegged gait.  haha havn't been told that in 20 years. 

Comments
From vELVEETA on Fri, Dec 12, 2008 at 01:42:23

just remember, your next run may be the best run of your life! GEEEEEEE

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
7.410.007.41

Ran in a delightful blizzard this am.  The whole way in 2 to 4 inches of snow.  Had some cool shades/goggles on until mile 3 when I just couldnt see anymore.  Maybe I'll just take up snowshoeing. avg 8:50

Comments
From vELVEETA on Sun, Dec 14, 2008 at 02:01:29

not too shabby!

From nfroerer on Mon, Dec 15, 2008 at 09:43:43

Busta bustin one out

From vELVEETA on Tue, Dec 16, 2008 at 21:17:01

deeeeliiggghtttfullll!!!!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
2.750.002.75

all i could squeeze in before work in the 10 degree weather.  3 glove weather as brother nick would say

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 00:56:13

Supernatural withdrawls...

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.160.005.16

Cold blustery morning and hard headwind, slipping in the snow and chewing on my numb screw in dental implant while my perpetual snot running nose was in full force.  Great run.  avg 8:19

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 14:56:31

Nice avg in the conditions. Nope Hairdog didn't get in... Not sure how I got in.... We going to party one of these nights?!

From vELVEETA on Sat, Dec 20, 2008 at 18:55:05

typical gductus phalopianicus run, I must say.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.230.005.23

avg 8:15  Cold Sloshy Painful, but able to get my goal of at least 10 per week.  Even though this is at the bottom of the blog totals, trust me, this is good for coffin boy

Comments
From vELVEETA on Sun, Dec 21, 2008 at 00:55:53

sad unit really

From nfroerer on Mon, Dec 22, 2008 at 09:35:36

Don't be afraid, it'll be over soon.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
2.300.002.30

8 pm after dinner slow jog, felt crappy

Comments
From nfroerer on Wed, Dec 24, 2008 at 10:47:18

Basin will cheer you up!

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
9.020.009.02

did the big titty loop in a slushy cold wet snowy midmorning run.  slow and slippery at almost 9 minute mile avg, total 1:20:30ish.  Easy breathing run with frozen butt cheeks.  It's interesting that I enjoy these long runs so much.  It's either a reflection on the general dissatisfaction I have with the boringitude in my general life or it actually does something mentalphysically to me that is somewhat of a high, or it is purely the desire to cause pain to myself or...  the other interesting thing is that I feel that I should somehow be congratulated when I finish one, but part of me knows that by in large there are few who appreciate the mental stuffing this takes to do when limited by the inherent wussitudes of life imprinted in my DNA.

Comments
From nfroerer on Fri, Dec 26, 2008 at 17:17:29

Brother... I think your brain is still half frozen.. Congratulations! on a nice run. There you have it.

From cgbooth23 on Sat, Dec 27, 2008 at 07:08:41

I am curious of the name of the run?? Congrats on the finish, and here comes Arizona for the Froerer Bros

From gdoc on Sat, Dec 27, 2008 at 17:30:39

Chad, this is a very popular loop as you can imagine. Not sure the origins of the name, but it is one that is only limited by your imagination

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
3.280.003.28

Struggled on this one.  Officially tired of winter now. Boy that was short lived. avg 8:28

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
5.120.005.12

Last run of the year.  Nice sunny day here in Salt Lake.  Uneventful run, avg 8:11.  Thinking about what treats I want tonight for new years eve.  Still thinking.

Comments
From nfroerer on Wed, Dec 31, 2008 at 15:25:51

We need tickets by today...Nice year of running brother...Better make some grasshopper pie little man.

Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
447.150.00447.15
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