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Location:

Glen Rose,TX,USA

Member Since:

Nov 26, 2007

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Other

Running Accomplishments:

SGM 2009 3:29:18

HobbleCreek 2009  1:39:23

FWRC 15 K 2011 1:15:32

DesNews 10K 2009 44:19

Fireman's Fund 5K 2012  21:41

5 Marathons, including Boston 2009

Short-Term Running Goals:

Have fun and enjoy running.  Work on my fear of racing and learn to enjoy this "season of chaos" that is currently my life.

 

Long-Term Running Goals:

Continue running and living an active life

Personal:

 

"If you take care of the little things, the big things take care of themselves." - Bill Jacobsen

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Today was the hardest run I have had in a long time. The only underarmor that was clean was the "heavy duty".  I usually only wear it when in gets into the low 20's or teens.  I  struggled trying to figure out what to wear with it so that I would not overheat at the end.  I ended up okay with a long sleeve T and froze in the beginning and was fine by the end.

 I struggled getting my legs working right the first mile and a half.  I finally just decided I better run fast so that I could be done.  The next 2 1/2 miles are a gradual incline so I pushed as hard as I could with out going to far ahead of my running partner and then we finally had the down hill finish.  I am grateful for Brent's "ROOLS".  I just kept thinking pick up the pace.  I am not sure what our pace was because we had several stop lights.

 By the time we were done I was glad that I went, but I hope tomorrow is easier.

 

Happy Running!



 

Comments
From Michelle on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 09:39:56

Sounds like it ended up being a nice run! I have been going to buy me some underarmor and am not sure what to get. Do you have any suggestions? Do you wear it top and bottom? It seems like guess work every day this time of year that I head out what to put on!

From andee on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 10:10:00

Good run! I thought about Brent's "ROOLS" this morning as we run up our famous 2nd mile hill. I just kept my mouth shut and mind elsewhere so I couldn't complain. Dr. Barrett is having us take Stockton to a pediatric cardiologist to have an ultrasound of his heart. I guess his slight murmer is getting louder. He says it's nothing to worry about, but you know me, and as a mom is just makes me a little nervous. Maybe we'll end up with one of the doctors you work with?? Have a wonderful day!

From James on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 10:14:42

Hard runs are the best! Good job at pushing the pace, but not laying your buddy out to dry.

From Jody on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 11:55:40

Michelle,

I just buy the tops. They have different weights. I usually buy the medium and heavy. I wear the medium weight the most and top with a long sleeve T or fleece depending on the weather. I buy the knock of brands that they sell at Shopko or Target.

Andee, I am sorry to hear about Stockton. When is your appointment and who are you seeing up at PCMC?

From laura on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 12:59:53

Thanks for your encouragement, Jody!! Hopefully my bad day yesterday didn't jinx your bad day today. ;o)

From andee on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 13:34:24

I haven't called yet on Stockton, Dr. Barrett just gave me a number to call. I'll let you know once I make the appointment. I have no clue how to e-mail you the picture (I know, sad but true). I'll have to have Matt do that when he has a minute. I just got home from Christmas shopping and the boys are totally done - yahoo!!!! I bought me a pair of pants and can't decide if I should wrap them for Christmas or just wear them now?

From Christi on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 14:07:26

Aren't Brent's mantra's the best! He's got me through a tough race once with his "Be brave, be strong" words running through my head! Good job today getting out in the cold again! You rock!

From Lybi on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 15:17:08

Good job getting out there. Sasha would be proud of you, getting it done on the tough days. Now you can relax all day!

From Brent on Wed, Dec 05, 2007 at 19:17:16

Jody, 25 commando points, they will to train and endure the hill pain.

Great work and attitude.

Stay Cool, B of BS Rools out

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