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Location:

Centerville,UT,United States

Member Since:

Feb 23, 2009

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

Fastest Mile- 4:40 High School Track

Fastest 5K-16:50 High School Cross Country

Fastest 10K-40:30 Junior High School/Desert News 10K

Fastest Half Marathon - 1:40:15 Haunted Half Oct 2016

Short-Term Running Goals:

I've been a very active runner since High School ( I usually run 5-6 days a week) but I have yet to run a Marathon or any other competitive race since then. I want to get back into competitive running and hopefully have similar results like in High School. Although, last January 09 I got shin splints really bad and it took a good 6 months of rest and rehab to finally get back in the groove. I would like to run a sub 8 minute mile on my first Marathon but maybe I should just worry about finishing it first?   

Long-Term Running Goals:

I want to qualify for the Boston Marathon.

Personal:

I'm 42 years old and I'm married! I enjoy the outdoors (Hunting, Camping, Backpacking)

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From Walter on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 09:51:01 from 75.162.96.29

Great goals, nice to have you on here!

From Burt on Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 14:02:24 from 68.76.197.194

Welcome to the blog.

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From jun on Wed, Feb 25, 2009 at 10:52:52 from 66.239.250.209

Kyle Jones, is that you?

Holy crap. I'm excited you are here.

This place will be a big help to you.

To get your pace/mile, you need to go to the course tool and create a course. Once saved you can go back in and Analyze it. At the bottom of the page you just type in your time and whatever else you want and it will tell you your average pace and splits (sort of).

We need to hook up this summer when I don't have to take the kidlets to day care and run a few times a week together.

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From jun on Wed, Feb 25, 2009 at 23:07:30 from 71.213.28.43

Nice consistent miles. Are you running before or after work?

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From Little Bad Legs on Thu, Feb 26, 2009 at 21:51:00 from 68.186.96.165

Welcome to the Blog!

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This was the first long run I've had in a few months and it felt good for the most part.

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From jun on Sun, Mar 01, 2009 at 01:01:33 from 71.213.28.43

Holy cow. Talk about jumping right in. I assume you made it outside today? We need to hook up this week and run together, maybe Saturday. A long run with a friend would be fantastic.

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From jun on Tue, Mar 03, 2009 at 16:48:24 from 66.239.250.209

Are you running around your neighborhood or on the TM?

You in for Saturday?

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From jun on Thu, Mar 05, 2009 at 16:08:46 from 66.239.250.209

You're a machine. I mean, get off of that machine and get outside. It's beautiful.

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Today wasn't to bad of a run. It was a bit chilly but not too bad. I was hoping to run longer but it took a while to get my legs loosened up. I'm still having problems with shin splints and it definitely slows you down. I have a Doctor's appointment on Monday and hopefully that will help.

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From jun on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 21:25:22 from 71.213.41.66

Way to get after it. Did you head down to the Jordan River Trail? You should try it. So pretty and makes for a very diverse run.

Nice miles today.

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Well, I went to the Doctor today and I have Posterior Tibia Dysfunction.......something (a good case of Shin Splints) Thanks to the Treadmill! He said I need to take it easy for about 3 weeks if not I could end up with Stress Fractures. He recommends doing some Physical Therapy and cutting back on my miles and doing some Cross Training instead.  I may need Orthotics buy my Super Feet are good for now. If anybody has any suggestions that would be great! I don't want to be down for too long.

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From jun on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 16:16:28 from 66.239.250.209

Definitely take it easy fella. Better to keep it simple for now and build back up then to find yourself out of commission for longer.

If it is similar to shin splints I do have a very good therapy for you that will help recover and strengthen them. We should meet up soon and I'll tell you about it.

From azdesertmonsoon on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 16:27:10 from 204.17.31.126

I'd like to hear about your therapy.

From jun on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 17:32:43 from 66.239.250.209

It's really a resistance exercise. Point your toe and have someone hold it while you flex it forward (your leg should be out strait). They shouldn't stop you from flexing it but should make it kind of difficult. Then reverse the exercise and have them push on your foot as you try to point it (you'll have to sit against a wall for this one).

My good friend is a Physical Therapist and told me about this exercise. It has worked better than just about anything else I've tried.

From jun on Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 17:33:59 from 66.239.250.209

If you buy an exercise band you can do this yourself too. Just an FYI. That way Annie doesn't have to be your physical therapy nurse.

From azdesertmonsoon on Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 02:26:07 from 63.226.55.53

Thanks for the advice. I will give it a try. I really want to run farther than my current measly runs, but I am always afraid my shins will get worse.

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Well...I didn't run at all last week due to my dumb injury (shin splints) but I did however go to Physical Therapy yesterday. It was really good! I did it over at TOSH. The Pysical Therapist that I saw is a Marathon Runner and he ran some in college. He knows exactly what I'm going through. Unfortunately, he said I need to lay off of it for at least another 2 weeks and then ease back into it. It's going to be tough, I want to ge out there run now! But, the exercises he gave me should help a lot and I should get over the injury.

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Well....I went to Physical Therapy this week and the Doctor thought I could try to see how I would feel running. My legs have been feeling great and I haven't felt any pain for about a week or so but I was kinda hesitant to run. I was glad I did. It felt pretty good. I didn't feel any pain in my legs, I was just sore and I felt out of shape. It's funny how your body reacts when you take off 3 weeks and you don't exercise.

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From jun on Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 12:24:45 from 66.239.250.209

Nice to see you getting back out.

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From jun on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 11:11:45 from 66.239.250.209

How are you feeling these days?

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I found out today that I got into the St. George Marathon! I'm pretty stoked but I'm worried about my Shin Splints coming back. I had a bone scan done last week. My doctor wanted to make sure I don't have any Stess Fractures. Luckily it came back negative. I've been taking it easy lately trying to get over it completely. I'm not sure what's going to happen now that I have to start training hard. I have about 20 weeks until the race. Does anybody have a good Marathon Training Schedule? Since I've been having problems with my legs I probably should follow an easier schedule.

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From jun on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 11:15:25 from 71.213.1.42

Let's hook-up. I have a 16 week training book that should work for you. It's pretty basic, but will do the job, for sure. Congrats on getting in.

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From jun on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 11:58:06 from 71.213.1.42

How are the shins feeling? Glad to hear you don't have stress fractures. Annie came and got the book. I hope it helps, if even a little. Let me know when you want to meet up for Saturday runs. Long runs are so much easier with company.

From Jonsie on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 21:42:11 from 97.117.88.99

The shins are feeling not too bad right now. I bought a sleeve for both of my legs and I think it's helping. Thanks for the book! Ya we need to do some long runs. Hopefully soon but it depends how fast I can get back into shape and not get to tired on my long runs.

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From jun on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 10:21:02 from 66.239.250.209

6.0 is a long day for you. How are the shins holding up?

From Jonsie on Mon, May 18, 2009 at 10:58:58 from 151.151.7.51

My shins felt pretty good on Saturday. I just felt out of shape more than anything. I felt like I couldn't get going but the rest of the week went good. I haven't had much pain while I'm running, it's usually the day after that I notice pain. I just hope when I'm increasing my mileage every week that the pain doesn't get a whole lot worse. The foot doctor gave me a anti-inflammatory for my legs a couple of months ago. I've already used up one bottle's worth. I haven't used any for about a month now. I'm wondering if I should just keep using it until I'm done with my marathon? I've heard that they can cause stomach bleeding if you use it to long.

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From jun on Thu, May 21, 2009 at 10:10:43 from 66.239.250.209

Already starting to build. Nice job.

You need to update your profile. You don't live in Sandy any more. You are a Bountiful man now.

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From jun on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 23:11:38 from 71.213.18.126

Stick to your plan man. You are doing great!

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Well.....today was a bad day overall. I ran 4 miles and my shins were killing me. I haven't felt this way since January. I had to walk towards the end, my legs were throbbing.  I also went to a sports medicine  doctor today and he looked at the bone scan and didn't find a stress fracture but he said my shins are inflamed and recommended that I take at least 3 months off for my legs to heal. Unfortunately, It's a no go for the St. George Marathon. 

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From jun on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 11:40:14 from 66.239.250.209

Oh snap!!! Dude, that really sucks. What are you going to do about your registration? Can you transfer it? I think I'd buy it.

From Jonsie on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 12:02:41 from 151.151.73.165

Man, what a raw deal! I just called them and the registration fee is non-refundable and you can't transfer it to someone else. I guess in years past if you cancelled you had a guaranteed spot for the following year but they stopped doing that this year. I'm just out of luck. Oh well....I'll just try again next year.

From jun on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 16:20:33 from 71.213.18.126

we'll, i could always recoup you a bit of money, we could drive down there together, you could pick up your packet and i could run in your place with you cheering on - or throwing things at me in disgust. either way works.

From jonsie on Wed, May 27, 2009 at 17:45:08 from 151.151.21.101

Crap! When I called they asked me for my information and they took me off the list. I did that assuming I would be re-imbursed or could transfer my spot or have a spot in next year's race but they don't do either of those options. What a crappy deal. So I guess anytime you plan on running the St. George Marathon you have to look in the crystal ball ahead of time and make sure you'll be there on race day.

From jun on Thu, May 28, 2009 at 12:00:01 from 66.239.250.209

Yeah. I hear so many good things about St. George, but this is obviously one of the major sucky ones. Unlucky.

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It has been a while and hopefully I do it right this time. I've been doing exercises and going to physical therapy and it has definitely helped. The Therapist gave me a nice easy running schedule to follow and it will take some time to get back 100% but it will be worth the wait. I don't want anymore setbacks with my shins. 

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From jun on Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 22:27:28 from 97.126.237.118

Have you tried using KT Tape yet? I wonder if that would help. I see a lot of stuff about it, but I'm not sure how well it really works. Emily is using it as we speak. I'll ask her when she gets home if it is helping with her runners knee.

From Jonsie on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 13:39:42 from 151.151.7.55

Hey Man! I haven't heard of KT tape. How does it work? Can you use it for shin Splints?

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From jun on Thu, Aug 06, 2009 at 11:45:22 from 66.239.250.209

Things feeling better?

From Jonsie on Thu, Aug 06, 2009 at 13:16:18 from 151.151.21.102

Ya, things are feeling better. I've been following this schedule that the Physical Therapist gave me and it's been working so far. I've been doing 3 miles every other day or so and doing some tempo running as well. I love the Garmin I have because it helps me keep my pace and is a big help when I'm doing the tempo running. I've been cross training on the off days and that seems to be helping as well.

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From jun on Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 20:32:05 from 63.224.110.69

When do you think you'll be able to start pushing the miles again? Feeling better overall?

From Jonsie on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 21:16:02 from 97.117.104.148

Well...I've been feeling pretty good lately. The physical therapist suggests that I add 10% a week. So, it will probably take some time but I don't want to rush things again. Hopefully things will continue smoothly.

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Wow.... running in Houston is a lot different than Utah. It's a good thing I ran in the morning. The Humidity here is crazy!

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From jun on Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 13:38:54 from 66.239.250.209

How was the altitude change? Could you feel a big difference? Missed hanging out with you on Saturday. We were at Russ' all day.

From Jonsie on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 11:32:00 from 98.195.225.251

Yep, I can feel a difference. Breathing is easier. However, the humidity is a killer! I went out twice this week in the morning and it feels like a sauna.

From jun on Wed, Aug 19, 2009 at 11:35:39 from 66.239.250.209

I hear that. I'm going to Tampa at the end of the month for three days and plan to run every day there. I expect to feel like I'm running in a swamp.

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From jun on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 14:22:50 from 66.239.250.209

You guys are home now, right?

From Jonsie on Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 23:38:05 from 97.117.104.148

Yep, we are back in town. How was Kings Peak? I didn't realize that it was that far. I thought it was like 18 or 20 miles round trip from Henry's fork?

From jun on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 13:23:04 from 66.239.250.209

It was a big run, that's for sure. I plan to do it every year though. You should be in perfect shape for it next year. All healed up?

From Jonsie on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 19:56:35 from 97.117.104.148

That would be cool. When I'm in better shape I need to do some trail running. My legs are doing good thus far. Still taking it easy though.

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
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3.000.000.000.003.00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 3.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.000.000.000.003.00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 3.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 10:17:27 from 66.239.250.209

You and Annie should spend the weekend in Logan this coming Friday and watch me finish TOU. How are your legs feeling?

From Jonsie on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 00:40:01 from 97.117.104.148

Hey! I totally forgot you were running TOU. Good luck! It would be fun to see you at the finish line but we won't be able to make it up there. How is your knee doing? what's your goal for the race? I've been feeling pretty good lately. I haven't had any pain. I'm still taking it slow but I am increasing my mileage little by little.

From jun on Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 11:41:02 from 97.126.234.214

Well, I'd like to qualify for Boston, so if I can run a 3:15:00, that would be great. That is my goal, but we'll see. My knee is fine. Everything is ready to go.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.000.000.000.003.00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 3.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.500.000.000.003.50

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 3.50
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.500.000.000.005.50

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.50
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Tue, Sep 29, 2009 at 12:15:07 from 66.239.250.209

Yes, there are those building miles. You are going to be ready for a marathon by spring, no problem. we need to go run together soon. when do you want to do a long run?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Tue, Sep 29, 2009 at 20:24:05 from 97.126.234.214

I love to see your consistent mileage growing. Wahoo!!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Thu, Oct 01, 2009 at 13:21:59 from 66.239.250.209

If you happen to have the day off tomorrow or may be getting off early I am hoping to do a long run around 2pm here in Sandy.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

This week has been awesome running! I haven't felt this good in months. My legs haven't given me any problems and I've finally been able to run back to back days. I ran 4 miles yesterday just under 29 minutes and my last mile was around 6:50. Today I ran 5 miles in 36.30. I haven't done that in quite a while. Every 3rd run has been a tempo run, I've been doing tempo running for about a month and a half now and it definitely has helped with my pace and endurance. Hopefully I'll keep improving and stay injury free.

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
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From jun on Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 12:40:28 from 66.239.250.209

Nice to have you back. Your efforts to take time to build your strength back up has really helped.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Another day of Temp Running, 6 minute segments: 4 minutes normal pace then 2 minutes at a significant faster pace for 4 miles. Total time 28:50.

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
6.000.000.000.006.00

Another good day. I hope I keep having them. Total time: 44:45

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 6.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Thu, Oct 08, 2009 at 19:02:35 from 68.76.197.194

Excellent pace there.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Overall Time: 30:20

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 19:36:47 from 68.76.197.194

Not a bad pace there.

From jun on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 10:28:23 from 66.239.250.209

How was hunting? The couple of days off were probably great for your conditioning.

From Jonsie on Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 19:34:16 from 97.126.251.125

Hunting was really fun! We hiked a lot and was a good cross training workout. Good luck with the Pony Express on Saturday!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

One word to explain today's run: WINDY. Overall time: 36.50

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
6.000.000.000.006.00

Overall time: 44:10

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 6.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 11:11:51 from 66.239.250.209

That is great speed there. you must be feeling good.

From Jed on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 20:27:14 from 207.173.78.2

Hey, just lurking at the end of a long day at work and bumped into your page. Judging from your recent workouts, my guess is that you may want to revise your goals for your first marathon. You're a lot faster than a 3:30 marathoner. If you inject some speed work into your marathon program, my bet is that you'll BQ your first time out with time to spare. Enjoy the return to competitive running!

From Jonsie on Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 13:28:31 from 97.126.251.125

Besides adding tempo running into my schedule I do plan on doing some interval training. It would be awesome if I could qualify for Boston on my first try. I'm still kind of weary about getting shin splints again but everything has been good the last couple of weeks. Thanks for the advice!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 37:00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.000.000.000.003.00

Pretty good day, overall time: 20:45

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 3.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.008.00

I felt pretty good for the most part. I was able to keep a good pace. Overall time: 60:50.

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 12:59:28 from 66.239.250.209

That's actually really fast. Sub-8 min. miles, no? Give me a week and we'll get out running together.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 36:50. Pretty good day for a Monday. 

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Did some more tempo running today. Overall time: 35.50

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall Time: 36.30

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 37:00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
10.000.000.000.0010.00

My first good long run a quite a while. I felt really good but now I'm sore. I plan on taking off the next 2 days. Overall time today: 1:15:10.

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 10.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 01:17:06 from 97.126.234.214

I think I'm relatively back to normal. We should go for a run. Any time this coming week?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 36:15

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 36:55

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.008.00

Overall time: 59:25

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall Time: 36:40

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 10:30:48 from 66.239.250.209

I've been paying attention to your miles vs times the last week or so and all I can say is that I'm really jealous of your speed.

From Jonsie on Tue, Nov 03, 2009 at 19:56:23 from 97.126.251.125

Thanks! I've been feeling pretty good lately. However, I wish I had the mileage that you have built up.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 36:25

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.000.000.000.003.00

Overall time: 21:45

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 3.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 35:55

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Overall time: 28:30

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 10:59:19 from 66.239.250.209

So, when we finally do go running together, am I going to be able to keep up? Your times are just getting faster and faster.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
4.000.000.000.004.00

Overall time: 29:30

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 4.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 10:33:19 from 66.239.250.209

Legs feeling any better?

From Jonsie on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 14:31:08 from 151.151.73.167

Well, my legs seem to feel better. I saw the physical therapist on Friday and he definately thinks it's the ITB. He told me I need to stretch it and do exercises to strength it. I forgot to buy that foam roller over the weekend. I need to get it for sure. He said I can still run but make sure it's not getting any worse while I run. I ran Friday and it felt ok but I was sore after.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 36:25

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 21:28:47 from 97.126.232.185

You need to either list your average pace (because I can't do the mental math) or just put 'fast' as your average pace because you are smoking.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall Time: 36:25

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
6.000.000.000.006.00

Overall time: 43:15

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 6.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Overall time: 35:45

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Comments
From jun on Tue, Dec 01, 2009 at 10:37:17 from 66.239.250.209

You ran 5 miles in less time than I ran 4 miles this morning. Way to go.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
5.000.000.000.005.00

Today was all tempo. Overall time: 35:00

Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 5.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
8.000.000.000.008.00

Overall time: 59:00

Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 8.00
Weight: 0.00Calories: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
506.000.000.000.00506.00
Asics Gel Nimbus 10 Miles: 247.00Pearl Zumi-syncroPace Miles: 157.00Pearl Zumi-syncroFloat Miles: 10.00
Weight: 180.00Calories: 0.00
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