Life is to be enjoyed, not just endured

I ran with Marcie again as well as her friends Peggy, Heidi and Cherie.  We had a good run today with a hill in SG that I hate, but I made it  up  - barely.  We took it pretty slow the first half and then picked up the pace the second half.  I had decided though that beginning Nov 1 I would drop the pace on what I considered fast miles by 10 seconds so only 2 today at 8:10 or faster, 1 however was sub 8.  It was a good run despite being a little shorter than what I had planned due to running out of time.

 I also went and saw April today.   She did a great job working on my calves and my hamstrings and I am feeling much better.

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Ran this morning with Paula, Renee and Jake.  Jake only ran a little over a mile because he wasn't feeling well.  I ran him back home and then caught up with Paula and Renee to finish Renee's portion at 4.25 and then Paula and I ran the rest together at a pretty good pace.  Kind of a crazy run but always fun.

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Great BBK run today.  I heard the wind blowing and I did not want to head out in it this morning.  Then I could not decide how warm to dress,  finally after a few changes and a couple of things to bring "just in case" I was on my way.    We met at Riverton High today and ran around the neighborhoods there.  It ended up being a progressive run with 2 fast miles and one at 8:11.  Felt great!

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Winter running is officially here!  Oh, how I have missed the wind blowing snow in my face and blinding me, running in soggy wet shoes and crazy drivers who do not scrap their windows and then almost hit us.  Seriously though, there is something pretty special about running in the snow and today was the first of many more to come.  I am not sure if I am excited or sad.....I had a great time with Paula and Renee but I am ready for my hot shower.

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Ran with the BBK today out in Herriman.  We met at Kelli's house and then ran the hills out there - WOW!  It is pretty hilly and we had some good climbs.  I now know why Kelli and Scott are so good on the hills.  We started out as a group but I ended up with Scott and Peggy, so they pushed me a little which was great!

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I had big plans for today to get my last long run in before I leave, but my husband had to go to work early so my time was cut short.  Paula and I got in 8.75 and I was going to add on until I realized what time it was and that I needed to get home.  We had a nice relaxed pace and enjoyed the run.   The cloud cover was great - it was 15 degrees warmer than yesterday!

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I am in Paris today and ran along the Seine River.    It was a very good run despite the mighty head wind.  However, I was not dressed appropriately.  I wore shorts and a long sleeve T and everyone else is bundled up for winter.  I got plenty of weird looks for that and the fact that I was the only runner.  I am heading back out to wander and take pictures.

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I ran in India today on the hotel treadmill.  I have no idea how Tom did 10 miles a day when he was here - it was a sauna.  I really do not think that I have ever sweated that much EVER!  I was dripping wet.  It was a good run and when I converted the kilometers over to miles I was surprised it was 5 miles.  I have no idea on a pace but it felt rather quick  5K of it was in less that 25 min.   I followed up with 10 min on the stair stepper and 10 min on the bike.  More treadmilling tomorrow.

 I noticed that my the banner advertisement changed to an Indian related ad.

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I ran on the treadmill again.  I did hill work to make it feel like a quality workout. I had a quick bathroom break which helped break up the monotomy.  I have no idea how so many of you run so much on the treadmill.  I am asking again about running outside, even though I know the answer will be the same.  Again, so much sweat.  The only other time I have been this wet running was in the SGM - I am a mess when I am done.  I also decided to start counting animals I see out the window - They are in the road or crossing the street.  Today 5 cows - 2 black, 2 brown, 1 white; 1 white pig; 1 black dog - almost got hit by a car.  We will see what tomorrow brings.

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More treadmilling today. I really did not want to go but I told myself today could be an easy day and do 5K and if you want to stop you can. It is amazing how changing the perception of things makes it easier. I felt great and took it pretty easy for the first 20 minutes and then started picking up the pace a little, keeping in mind that I will do some speed work tomorrow.  I ended up with 10K which makes me really happy, but I am going to be very late for work. The average pace was probably around 8:50 (not very speedy at all)  I did not realize the time or I would have stopped a while ago.  Glad it was done. Glad I at least get to run, even if it is on a treadmill.  Sightings from the window:  1 cow, 1 pig, 1 motercyle with a Dad, Mom, Child and infant; First sighting for me ever of a Dad, Mom and twin infants on a motercycle.  I will try to post a picture from another trip so that you can see all the people on the motercylces later.

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No run for me today. I ended up with a 15 hr work day yesterday and then got back to the hotel and slept for 7 hrs - YEAH!  That is by far the longest stretch of sleep that I have had since I left.  It was so nice but my body realized how tired it was and is still dragging.  Today is probably going to be more of the same but hopefully I will get back before 4 am.   No time yet to post the picture, hopefully I will get some downtime later today.

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Another treadmill run.  I worked 15 hrs again yesterday but didn't sleep well so I was up in time to run.  I wanted to do a speed work out today with a 5K about race pace.  I did a 1.5K warm up, followed by a 5K run and then a 1.5K cool down.   I completed the 5K portion in 23:11.  So if it had not been on a treadmill and it had been a race it would be a PR.  I am pretty happy about that.  I had no idea of my pace per mile but I hated the last 1.5 of the 5K portion and wanted to quit so I knew I was working hard.  I could not get the pictures to post, so here is a link to my family blog and the pictures are there.  Enjoy!

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It has been a very long time since I missed three days in a row of running.  Saturday I was completely exhausted from three consecutive 15 hr days.   I ended up sleeping most of Saturday and then going to dinner that evening.  Sunday I went to church which I love.  The branch here in Delhi is amazing.    We then headed out to the Neemrana Fort which is is indescribable.  I have more details and pictures about both posted on my family site.

My hip has been bothering me quite a bit the last couple of days and I know it is from running on a treadmill.  I ended up telling myself I would see how it goes and if I it did not improve, I could stop.  I ended up making it 10K but not any of it enjoyable.  There really wasn't any pain, I am just tired of the sauna enviroment and I really, really dislike the treadmill  - BUT it is better than not running at all.  We will see what tomorrow brings.  Just under 9 min miles again.

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No run today.  My hip bothered me quite badly yesterday and was still sore this morning.  I stretched it good and it is feeling better, but I am not ready to risk an injury.  So I was lazy and at chocolate and watched TV before I headed to the office.  My days are still long 12 - 15 hrs a day but it is Wednesday and I only have 2 more days left before I leave.  I always miss my family so much and I cannot wait to see them but there is a part of me that loves being here.  I keep trying to convince my family to move to India, but no go.  I am sure if I lived here full time it would not be the same.  SO, two more days before I get to see my kids and be home and sleep in my own bed and run outside!

No run again today.  I got up and ready to go and went down to the fitness center and the treadmill, bike and eliptical were all gone!  No kidding!  I tried to ask what happened and were the equipment went but received no answers.  Only in India would something like this happen!  I really was speechless.  Who moves exercise equipment?  I rested and figured this is it until I get home.  

 In other news... We went to Bukhara today for lunch.  It is a world class Indian restuarant that is to die for, and Indian food is not my favorite.  Something happens when I get there though and it is amazing.  YUMMY!

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So nice to be running outside and at home.  These 6 miles flew by, unlike the treadmill miles.  Paula, Renee and I ran three together and then Paula and I added on a little more.  So glad to be back home.  My hip is still a little sore but could be worse.

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So good to be back running with the BBK.  We met early for some extra mileage and then regrouped at 5:45 to meet the others.  It was a great run but I had to leave a little early to get home.  I felt pretty good.  My legs were a little tired but other than that not to bad after the past two weeks. 

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I ran with Paula this morning and was looking forward to a great run, but I ended up needing a bathroom instead.  We had to stop once at a gas station and I still didn't feel well so we cut our run short.  Hopefully this is the last of this nonsense.

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Marcie and I ran 12 together today.  My lungs felt good but my legs were so tired.  I can tell I lost a lot in the last two weeks.  About mile 9 they had had enough.  Other than that it was a great Thanksgiving day run.

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Marcie and I ran together again today.  Todays route was much easier but because I was already fatigued from yesterday our pace was the same.  It has been nice to get out and not freeze and I have had to shed layers both mornings.  Got to get back the leg strength.

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