Recently have become interested in running thanks to my daughter and her XC adventures. I have finished a 5K and 10K. As I am new to running, I don't have a lot of highlites at this point. Hopefully this will change
5K 27:21
10K 59:30
Short-Term Running Goals:
First build back up to running thirty minutes at a time.
5K October 30 -- Big Brothers, Big Sisters.
10k in November -- Butch Cassidy race in Springdale.
I would like to build a solid base over the next 6 - 12 months. I hope to run in either 5K or 10K races through the next year and perhaps one 1/2 marathon (depending on how my body responds to training).
I would like to see how fast and far my 40 + year old body is capable of running.
Long-Term Running Goals:
Over the next 10 years I want to run consistently to maintain health and to enjoy a sport that challenges me.
Personal:
I have a wonderful marriage of 20+ years and have four children who are the light of my life. They range in age from 19 - 12 . . . two girls and two boys. Two of my children are interested in running. Sierra and Zac are both participating on the Pine View XC Team.
AM -- Artic Circle run before leaving with our family to Brianhead ski resort for a little different type of physical activity (yeah skiing). Good run. Glad to get it in before we left.
Spent the day skiing. Doesn't count for running, but I did get a good workout from the activity. I also enjoyed plenty of sun, good company, and a heck of a lot of fun.
AM -- Artic circle run this morning. Did not want to get out of bed following a short vacation. Did anyway and had a slow but enjoyable run. Feels good to be continually making progress toward my goals. Should get another 8 miles in before the end of the week.
6:15 AM run -- Artic Circle and back for four miles at a total workout time of 35 min. This morning was beautiful out. The temperature was mild. I could have run without a sweatshirt for the first time this year. Also with daylight savings time the stars are still out when I start my run in the morning. Love the quiet and the solitude.