I've been running since junior high. Ran middle distance in college with a PB of 1:52 for the 800 meters, then continued running with varying degrees of seriousness throughout my 20's and 30's. Moved up in distance and even ran three marathons (2:43 PB). Now just trying to stay in shape and find balance in life in my 40's.
Short-Term Running Goals:
Work out 30 minutes a day, six days a week
Long-Term Running Goals:
Stay healthy and consistent.
Personal:
Married with 3 children. Work as a school counselor.
Progression run on the greenbelt right after a big rain storm. Huge rainbow was a nice backdrop for the first 3 miles. Miles of 8:05, 7:40, 7:24, 6:54, 6:31 and 6:32. Last mile got tough but I'm glad I finished it. Getting stronger.
Long run (for me right now) at 7:30 a.m. Just tried to make it an hour going as slowly as I needed for everything to feel OK and not fall apart. Did a 0.25 mile pickup at the end of the run to turn over the legs. Felt pretty good, but right calf, knee and hamstring were all a little bit "off."
Ran 13 minutes on the road to get the car, then did 8 laps of the Garden Valley fitness trail. Slow trail with thick gravel and a good hill. The loop is about .6 miles. Progressed each lap and finished at about 6:45/mile pace. Good effort.
