Progression Daily

Ran around Bloomington with Maritza. 

Ran mainly by myself because I am a fat asthma plagued fool. Good to see the kids again. 

Ran around Bloomington with Marieta until she fell and hurt her hip, then we walked.  

Washington slow and by myself then met up with some of the crew. Then ran the last .75 I ran with Bentley with a 1 minute pick up. 

Felt tired and beat up so I took it easy.  I'll do more yoga and stretching. 

Sluggish at first then came flying down Mustang Pass with Cartee and Carson. 

Slow up hill running into Green Springs then some good downhill running with Tavin and Carter. 

Hill circuit for the kids. Normal slow running for me. 

Ran with Bentley, Carter, Carson, and Bry Guy. I let them go on the pick ups because I currently only have one pace. 

Ran around while the kids did a workout on the track. Fun running in the rain. 

Loved some city creek! I am in a weird funk for running. I feel like I will have glimpses of feeling good and normal then random pains or even old injuries pop up. I hope its just being out of shape. 

Ran a little of the river trail to watch my dad finish the Half Marathon. I got close to the finish just in time to see Dave Holt finishing. Still feeling sick and cold air wasn’t helping anything. 

Ran a little and wheezed a lot. 

Ran and watched kids run the hill circuit. Then ended up running with Bentley, Dakota, and Elijah. Wheezing still present but it is becoming more bearable. 

Ran out to the desert from my house and got on top of the ridge overlooking Bloomington  and followed that all the way down. 

Ran by myself minutes behind the big group of boys. Then ended up doing my own thing with the designated pickups. 

Kids ran 3 sets of 5 minutes at tempo. I jumped in for the last 2 minutes of each set. 

Great run (out by Red Cliffs)! I started slow and couldn't breathe so I backed off behind the girls.  Then I contined on my own path for a minute. Ended up behind the top boys for the last 2+ miles.  I ran fast enough to keep them in sights and it was a good but tough speed for me.  

Too slow to keep up with the big group at first so I ended up doing my own bush whacking trail run in the middle to work my way down to Middleton. Feeling good just need to do the little things to avoid getting injured again. 

Some hill circuit 

Trail out towards Sunriver with Marieta in the rain. Just talked and relaxing run. Solid week for me. I’ll do my best to keep it up. 

Out towards Turkey Farm Road. Turned back early with some kids. Feeling rotten again. 

Just feeling rotten and cold. 

Cold run but overall I was feeling more like myself. 

Out towards the Dixie Rock but didn’t make it too far. 

Up some cliffs with Marieta. 

I fell behind the crew and struggled to find anyone to run with. Found Evan towards the end. My endurance is getting better at least. 

Trails above Middleton. Followed Gabe and Zack at the turnaround 

Just kind of strolled around. Then cooled with Gabe. 

Rainy run with Gabe and Carson. 

Kids did 2 10 minute tempos. I ran a little with Bentley to help him. 

Ran around Aspiration point and the desert hills by that one lame school. Got some snow and wind. 

Missed out on the mud run in the morning with the team. Ran the reverse Wal-Mart with Marieta. It was cool to run around the snow. 

Felt like I was trying too hard to stay up with a group of kids but that’s ok. 

Ran around with the level 1 guys. I did a couple of 400s with some of the guys. 

Good run 

Ran around and watched some kids do some hill circuits. 

Ran around the hard streets of Vegas. I found a couple of different trails to run on. I knew I was going to hit a wall but I just told myself I was a pimp and kept the legs moving. 

Easy little run to start the week. 

Headed out with the big group of boys then I decided to take out the steep hills they were going to run so I headed out Middleton and had a reunion later. 

Ran with Dakota, Caleb, and Bentley. 

30 easy 

Didn't feel like running too much to conserve that energy for Lake to Lake. 

A rainly Lake to Lake Relay in the books. It rained for every step of my legs. 

Leg 2- Ran the new and improved leg from the Gunlock turnoff and through Kayenta.  I just took it easy knowing that I had many miles in front of me.  My fresh legs probably made me run faster than I should have, but I thought I was being conservative. My Dad was knowhere to be found when I got to the exhange at the end of my run.  Then I found him chilling in the bed of the truck 

48:43

6.15 miles/7:54 mile pace

Leg 4- One of my favorite legs of the entire Relay. I just let the downhills take me all the way from Upper Tawa Pond to Cottonwood Cove Park. 

40:11

5.16 miles/7:47 mile pace

Leg 6- This is where I ran into problems. My old chronic IT injury circled back on me.  I slowed down a ton.  Had some support from family cheering me on. 

35:04

3.83 miles/9:09 mile pace

Leg 8- Running....jogging up the dam road with some bad legs.  I felt like I could barely bend my knees. The constant rain was nice but it created some unwanted chaffing. 

34:40

3.41 miles/10:09 mile pace

Leg 10- This leg is always tough because you see the finish line as you run around the entire reservoir.  My dad and I made a plan after leg 8.  If I was hurting too bad he would bail me out about half way through the leg.  Well I got about 2.94 miles and my quads were cramping up.  My dad was right there when I needed him most.  He took over and slowly finished the dang race. Obviously I knew I wasn't in good shape for this race but I am glad I spent some adventure time with my dad. I also backed off enough not too do any serious damage (hopefully). 

31:00

2.94 miles/10:33 mile pace

21.49 miles

Ran out a mile just to realize my IT is still giving me fits. 

Just jogged a little bit. 

15 out and back. I slowed down to run with Christian and because my knees were hurting. 

After watching some good track performances I felt like going on my own run.  I ran out to the trails on Webb Hill.  I had never run the trails out there.  I was impressed and had a blast on the Kentucky Lucky Chicken trail. As soon as I left the trail my IT band started flaring up again.  I think I'm good though. 

Checked out the river damage with Marieta then out towards SunRiver. Just took it easy to see how our bodies are feeling. 

Ran around in the hail watching kids looking miserable. Did some weights after. 

After a day of cleaning and running errands I had to get out. It was late and not very far but still a good time. 

Ran 25 with the big group on the turf. 

Ran 45 with a good group but I fell behind due to some bad IT band pain (not again). 

IT was bugging so I didn't go far.  Seems kind of pointless with the pain. 

25 minutes with some grass run at 2450. Some punks stole Luke’s shoes. 

Ran with some of the top guys until my IT gave me problems. 

Went out for a stroll. 

Neon Spider run without the spider. 

AM: Woke up and got an easy 2 in. 2 miles 

PM: Trail our towards Sunriver with some Aspiration. 4.01 miles 

AM: Made it to an early morning practice. I wasn't ready for a full 70 minute so I settled for 38 minutes. 4.25 miles 

PM: Easy 25 with the gang. 3.20 miles 

I didn't get up early enough to meet up with the team so I did my own quick run before I had to get ready for school. 

45 minutes with some kids then I ran with Dakota and Caleb. Once I got home I ran 2 miles with Marieta. 7.24 miles

AM: Weights and 15 minute loop. Felt tired but good. 1.78 miles

PM: Fire House fun with the crew. We split up at the Jr cave initiation and ran through Washington. 4.56 miles 

Started from my house and up on the ridges south of Desert Hills. Stopped and watched the track meet. Afterwards I ran home through desert and back home.  Feels good to be doing adventure runs again. 6.64 miles

Mud/Snow running up on the mtn with my Dad. 5.75 miles 

Easy 25 minutes with the crew. 

Up to Green Springs then some striders. Ankle is swollen and legs are beat up from last night. 

AM: Watched kids run their 700s. 3.15 miles 

PM: Mixed in with the kids that didn’t do the workout this morning. 4.06 miles 

Shoe run with a big crew. Running is becoming more comfortable for me.  It's been so long. 

AM- Ran a little loop with Marieta before we went over to the track meet. 1.79 miles

PM: All day I felt like I had a cold but I wasn't going to let that stop me from anything.  Monday took enough of my free time away.  After hiking Dino Cliffs, Marieta and I went out for a second run.  We ran into some bums camping behind Bloomington Wal-Mart. I am excited that I am finally able to run without consistent pains. Things are looking up for this "heavy runner." 4.24 miles 

AM- I felt really sluggish on the morning run. Only got 3.90 miles

PM- I did my own 10 minutes of running then met up with the boys. 4.25 miles 

Went and ran around downtown St. George after the 1600s. I met up with my Dad at the DSU track unintentionally. 4.18 miles

AM: Ran the little loop around the hood. 2.05 miles

PM: Kick it with Elijah, Bentley, and Caleb. Caleb picked up the pace and extended. I was feeling good so I went with him. Then with about 1/4 mile to go I had the urge to throw up. Super random but all in all a good run. 5.70 miles 

Ankle was bugging so I took things easy. I will ice and get ready for the weekend. 4.07 miles 

Ran 2 miles with Marieta then several miles on the track with Roberts. 8.16 miles 

AM- Secret Sauce Trail with the team. I wanted to stay up with some kids but it took me awhile for my breathing to relax. It was fun to see the guys moving up ahead of me. 6.11 miles 

PM- Loop around Sugar Leo to the river. 4.14 miles 

Great morning run up through Tonaquint. Did pick ups with Bentley, Boston, and Bryan. Then once we got back to confluence Bryan and I extended. 7.42 miles 

Up past Sunrise Tire and back with Bentley. Uphill kicked me every which way. Did some striders. 5.04 miles 

AM- 10 warm with the kids then laps on the track watching the kids run. 7.01 miles

PM- Easy 20ish. My legs were feeling pretty beat up so I didn’t try to reach for more time. 2.81 miles 

Green Springs with some pain. 5.06 miles 

I had to get out even if it was late. Took a nap after the track meet. Then got out and ran by the river and a little by I-15. Hot but manageable. 8.17 miles 

AM: I felt terrible so I decided to call it early and hopefully focus on the afternoon run. 2.02 miles 

PM: I had no energy but I just took it slow. 4.02 miles

Ran 30 and iced after. 4 miles 

AM- Bloomington loop. 2.02 miles

PM- 30 with the team then a couple of minutes with Porter. Hit some strides then extended another mile on the grass. 6 miles 

Sun River run. 3.95 miles 

AM- 50 minutes with the team on a wood chip trail. Just the soft surface I needed. 6.32 miles 

PM- Threw on old on some old hokas and was river bound. I found a single track trail behind the Sun River golf course. Then I traversed the river and got stuck in a bee infested jungle. Ran back the way I came and crossed/swam in the river a couple more times. 6.54 miles 

AM- Woke to a police phone call. Apparently someone broke into some garages in my neighborhood. I got out and jogged looking for a thief. 2.02 miles

PM- 25 at 2450. 2.96 miles 

Green Springs with the gang. 5.11 miles 

AM- Easy looping around the neighborhood. 3.1 miles. 

PM- Exploring some trails by the house. Got rained on for a minutes. 5.17 miles 

AM- Ran a random loop in the hood just to get out. 2.14 miles 

PM- Stress relieving run late. 3.31 miles 

Rough day yesterday with traveling and lack of sleep. So I slept in knowing that would make it hard to get out. Then I got caught up with yard work until 5pm. Tried out my dads ultraspire pack to test for my upcoming race. It worked well but my leg gave me problems about 7 miles into my adventure. I ran from Moes Valley to Santa Clara with some other trails mixed in. I wanted 14 but my IT wouldn’t let me get there. 11 miles 

Took it easy testing a sore hamstring. 4.53 miles 

AM- Didn't run yesterday because of a sore hamstring. I am scared of any hamstring pain because that is what caused all my problems a year ago.  I felt a lot better today.  I just hit the trail for a little jog. 2.25 miles 

PM- Neon Spider. 4.46 miles 

AM- 3.67 miles around the hood. Great weather! 

PM- Ran around Springville with Julien, Scottie, Luke, and Cooper. The boys went to the bathroom at a store so I was jogging around waiting for them. Then I ended up waiting at a light for them. A 10 yr old kid came up and handed me a dollar. Probably thought I was a bum. 3.02 miles 

MTC loop with Travis then I added some more up by the temple. 8.06 miles 

+.20 sprinting to claim track spot. 

AM- Run  with Travis and Dave. 3.34 miles 

PM- After a long cold and wet day in Provo I met up with Marieta in Springville. Then a wedding in Payson. Then back up to stay in Pleasant Grove. At around 10pm I got out and went for a run. I was physically drained but mentally tough. I kept convincing myself to explore more. I ended up on a Murdock Trail for a little bit. Most of the roads were super dark. Good run with at decent pace. 7.06

+.20 sprint to claim spot at State Track 

I wasn't feeling particulary great but the weather was nice. I hit some trails out by D-Hills. 7.29 miles 

Out to Bear Claw Poppy from my house. It got really windy and on the downhill trail I felt like I could jump up and get carried bout a quarter mile. I ran ridiculously fast on my way back due to the back wind. 8.01 miles 

Up on the Bloomington Mesa exploration. 4.86 miles 

Headed to Bloomington Hills then hopped unto the ridge behind desert hills and got rained on. I do some of my best work in the rain. 10.07 miles

Hit the familiar trails and parks around Vegas. Did pick ups of 1,2,3 & 3,2,1. I’m starting to feel really comfortable in my running again. 

6.86 miles 

Drove out to Mt Charleston and ran around trying to figure out the 3 loops I’ll be racing next week. I might have confused myself more....the course looks fun but the loops were confusing. I ran strong through the ups and downs. If anything I figured out what not to run next week. I’ll do some more research this week. 13.27 miles 

.75 running at Pueblo park to make in time for a movie. 

Aspiration point loop. 5.07 miles 

AM- Out on the loop with Marieta. 1.83 miles 

PM- Sunriver. 3.35 miles 

Out and around Tropic. Ran up a random trail for fun. 4.45 miles 

Ran down to Bloomington Elementary and did some hill strides. 2.27 miles 

I had zero expectations for this race. I knew I wanted to compete and race well but was also fearful that I wasn't ready for the mileage.  

Loop 1 (4.3 miles): I took no hydra pack with me because it was a shorter loop.  The start of this loop (2 &3 as well) was basically all down hill.  That gave me a false sense of hope...I ran with the top 5 in my group for about the first 2 miles. Eventually the hills got ugly and I had a hard time breathing. I was still competitive and survived. My calves were getting really tight on the uphills in my speed instinct 2.  I've loved these shoes but they don't have the hoka cushion I have loved in the other models. As I transitioned into loop 2 I had Marieta help me with a hydrapack and I switched into the more cushioned Napali.  Running Time: 43:57

Loop 2 (8ish miles): The shoe change was an amazing idea! No more calf problems.  I ran smooth for the first 4 miles. I ran with a guy named Ricardo for maybe 2 miles.  He told me how sucky our current loop was going to get. I was not excited for the horror that lied ahead. Following a sandy dried up creek bed then some eventually tough climbing.  I had no energy when I got to those places. My overall mentality changed.  I went from being competitive into safety mode.  I didn't want to burn out after only 8 miles into the race so I slowed my roll. For the last 2 miles I cruised into the last leg.  Running Time: 1:30:38

Loop 3 (5ish miles): The last leg was mainly a hike.  I ran smooth on anything flat or downhill.  This race was brutal on my legs.  Even on the downhills my knees were getting beat up. I ran with some shot bloks last week and those seemed to work well for my energy. The running center did not have any this week so I settled for honey stingers. I don't think those sat well. I felt nauseated and light headed.  I knew I was going to pass out or throw up.  I didn't know which was going to happen first. For about 2.5-3 miles I walked.  I eventually feel to my knees and start throwing up all over the place. A runner came and helped me but I didn't want that.  I think throwing up actually helped me feel better.  I slowly toughed my way through the last 2.5 miles, running where I could.  My IT band was giving some problems on this last leg too.  In the back of my head I just kept thinking don't push anything that will do some damage and ruin xc practice.  I think I found a good middle ground. So I finished the dang race! Nothing amazing to report, other than I finished my first trail race. Running Time: 1:17:53

Total time: 3:28:02

Great first day of xc! Ran a little with the Wilsons, Carter, Hadlock, Kase, and Stacy. 3.95 miles 

AM- Tuesday grass with striders. 4.01 miles 

PM- 2 miles then some river swimming with family. 

AM- Out to Desert and back with Gage, Caleb, and Carter. Got some Jason minutes as well. 4.03 miles 

PM- Got bored so I went out in the heat. My legs feel better running than walking/sitting thanks to lunges. 2.5 miles 

I hurt my ankle playing basketball last night so I tested it out today on the run. Then on the run Caleb H hurt his ankle so I walked with him back to the school. 3.24 miles 

AM- Sullivan to Dam road. Ran with a good group. As we headed back Gabe and I picked it up and ran low 7s for the last 2+ miles. 5.73 miles 

PM- 2.28 miles around the hood. 

Took Prospector out 3.75 miles then flipped back. To add some mileage and for Jason and giggles I tried to go to Snake Tunnel. It was closed off so I hit Dino Cliffs instead. Ran with a hydra pack again. About 5 miles into my run I heard the voice of what appeared to be Carson Wentz. Some how my phone opened the ESPN app. The last 3 Saturdays I have covered 40+ miles with a pack. Steve Wallenfels would be proud. 10.02 miles 

Just ran around 25 with some beginners. 3.13 miles 

AM- Half road half grass. 4.13 miles 

PM- 3.03 with Metler in 100 degrees. 

AM- Dog pound with Gabriel Holt. 4.13 miles 

PM- Double date with the Metlers again. Ran the same loop and Maritza ran a portion with us. 3.07 miles 

Out towards snake tunnel. I lost the nose guard to my glasses. Kenneth Nosewater, Bryan, and new Zack passed me as I was searching. I finished off my pick ups to catch up with them. Then I ran the 4 pick ups with them. 6.01 miles 

Running in the ghetto streets of Vegas. No actually it was decent. 6.22 miles 

Start of VRRT to Willis Creek all the way to cabin. George ran with me and eventually got worn out. First time in my history being faster than George. Probably says more about his lack of training than my training. 11.91 miles 

I was all over the place running with people. It was great! 7.10 miles 

Half road/Half grass. Ran with Isaac mainly. 3.77 miles 

AM- Ran 10 with the big group then dropped back and turned around to catch some other runners. Ran with Gioni and Brooklyn. Then I extended looking for the big group with no success. 6.38 miles 

PM- 2 miles with Marieta and 2 on my own. Heat wasn’t terrible! 4.10 miles 

AM- Hell hole. Started out with Isaac, Nic, and Nathan H. Then worked my way to the top guys. 5.11 miles 

PM- Late night jog in some windy weather. 3.81 miles 

Part of the Mayors Loop with Isaac and Kaden. Extended to find the main group but only found Jason. Did some strides then ran home with Metler. 8.44 miles 

Willis Creek to Broad Hollow loop to cabin. Willis was 5 miles of gradual to steep uphill, took a lot out of me. The rest of the run was chill. 13.03 miles 

Water Tank with Gage, new Zack, and Keaton. 5:17 up and 2:45 down. I really enjoyed this route. I was mentally prepared for Sandhill but glad I did this one with some of the new guys. Then I cut across the desert to find the real sandill crew. I’m glad I was able to run with the big group. We have a fun team! 10.02 miles 

AM- Half and Half. My grass half I spent with Nathan Hadley. He was an awesome student and I’m glad he’s putting in good work at xc. 5.26 miles 

PM- Weights and 15 in the heat. 1.77 miles 

AM- Out to the fields! I ran with Keaton, Zacks, and Leslie on the way back. Keaton pushed the hills and we all went with him. Good run but I’m feeling a little worn out. 4.93 miles 

PM- Out towards the sewage treatment place just to see what it’s like. The smell scared me away. 3.09 miles 

AM- 7 2 minute tempos with Ethan, Elijah, and Bentley. I ran 4 1/2 of them. Nathan B and new Zack also were mixed in. 6.52 miles

PM- Mayors Loop with Metler and Derek. Great catching up! 5.03 miles 

Uphills kicked my butt today. Ran with Dalton for 15 then tried to group up just to have everyone leave me on the hill. Finished with Elijah then 6 striders. 6.21 miles 

I finally got out to run the complete prospector trail. Marieta ran with me for the first 1.5 miles then turned around. I loved every minute of the trail! Then once it ended I continued to the Green Springs desert and did some climbing to get up to those neighborhoods. Carried on to my parents. 13.62 miles 

Created my own loop on some paved & dirt trails. Monday mornings are always rough on me. Probably need to be more active on Sundays. 7.13 miles 

AM- I woke up early but wasn't feeling it for a run. I eventually drove myself out to the AZ strip. I ran out towards Little Black Mtn. On my way back I did pick ups of 1,2,3 & 1,2,3. I mainly did this because I wanted the run to be over faster since it was getting hot. 7.03 miles

PM- Weights at my parents and saw the girls out running. 

PM- 6 mile loop with Metler. We talked about NBA free agency and many other things. The time went by fast and the heat was bad but bearable. I averaged a 7:33 mile pace. That isn't saying much I know, but it’s been a while since I’ve ran that pace. 5.96 miles 

AM- Did a little desert loop from the house. Got out really late. 5.11 miles 

PM- 6 mile loop with Metler and Logan. Pushed myself just to stay close, it’s becoming a habit. 6 miles 

AM- Some cedar mtn highway into Willis Creek. Got dusted out by lame Vegas riders. 5.74 miles 

PM- Ran a section forest to get to my cabin. I overestimated how long it was. 1.56 miles 

Ran up SR-158 again. This time I took a random bike trail up a mountain. Then I ran back down towards Pine View Reservoir to meet up with Marieta’s family. 13.20 miles 

Hit up Bonneville Shoreline trail while people mtn climbed. It had some good climbs. Mixed in 2 miles with Marieta. 9.02 miles 

Went and explored Wheeler Creek Trail. I really enjoyed the climbs and saw my 3rd snake of the trip. 9.34 miles 

Tackled Ben Lomond Peak this morning. I obviously didn’t run the whole way up because I didn’t want to burn out early. My goal was to run on any flat or slight uphill areas. The peak was awesome and I really enjoyed the climb! Then I crushed it on the way back down the mountain. 15 miles total, I’d say I ran 11 of it. Hard to say with those uphills. 2 gopher snakes on the trail bringing my total to 5. 11 miles (running) 

Brim Trail up by Powder Mtn. The loop was relatively easy compared to the other runs I’ve done this week. 7.02 miles 

After a long drive from Ogden to the cabin I got out and ran just a little bit. My legs felt really tired, probably from the driving. I wish I would have gotten up early and gone this morning.  3.26 miles

Marieta got sick from partying too hard with her family all week. So naturally there was no sleep to be had the night before the Bryce half. I was up until 2am and needed to leave around 4:30 to make it to the race. I threw in the towel on the race and just decided to run from the cabin. It turned out pretty good! I explored Harris Flat and almost got run over by some pronghorn. Also 6 snakes for the week. 10.42 miles 

AM- Made some dumb mistakes today. I thought I was ready for sand hill but as soon as we got going I felt tired and nauseous. Then as I passed the main water tank road Zack, Keaton, Kenny, and Wesley were coming down. I should have gone with them from the beginning. They told me how some of the other kids ran the wrong route. Had I been there I could’ve pointed them in the right direction. 7.02 miles 

PM- Went out around 4pm and did a little 4 mile loop. 4.02 miles 

AM- Half and Half with Isaac E and Nathan H. Strides. 3.77 miles 

PM- Weights and 2.53 miles running. Felt really tired from B-ball and Ultimate so I didn’t need to chase miles today. 

AM- Snake Tunnel with Bryan. We had good conversations about his future. 6.33 miles 

PM- Just a little loop I made mixed in some desert. 5.56 miles 

Good tempo, threshold, and cv workout this morning. A lot of good energy throughout the group. 6.01 miles 

Found some new trails on cedar mtn and ran them. 11.16 miles  

AM- Up Lars Fork and down Willis Creek with R-Man. It was nice to cover long mileage with someone. Beautiful views and great company! 12.88 miles 

PM- Got out for a short run in hot Vegas. Was it to chase miles or be away from family? I’ll never tell. 2.23 miles 

Lone Mtn to Bonanza trail. I mixed in 3 1-min tempos, 3 1-min threshold then 5 30 second CVs. Finished off 3 threshold and 3 tempo. I ran a 6:45-7:00 pace for tempos. 6:35-6:45 for thresholds and 6:05-6:20 for CVs. I had some favorable downhills so I focused on effort instead of the pace on my watch. I got really overheated towards the end of the run. I blame Vegas! 8.01 miles 

AM- 15 and 15. 4.61 miles

PM- Got out hoping to get rained on but never really came. So just muggy. 4.40 miles 

AM- 2 mile time trial around some neighborhoods by Riverside. It was fun to see where everyone finished! 5.32 miles 

PM- Up and around Tonaquint/abilities park area. Marieta mixed in 3 with me. It felt really nice other than being muggy. 6.03 miles 

AM- Ran with Hadley for 30 mins then left him with Coleman to find the main crew. I found them at the perfect time and ran with Keat and Kenny home. 6.28 miles 

PM- Weights were disappointing as far as the turn out but fun with the kids and Roberts. Then on the run I pushed to stay up with Tyler, Matt, Jason, and Carter. Added a little with Marieta after that. She hated the heat. 5.05 miles 

AM- Trailed the top guys out past Staheli farm and into the desert. I felt dumb for not running with anyone but I did some good pushing on my own. 10.02 miles 

PM- Went out for a hot 2 with Marieta. 2.05 miles 

House out to AZ strip/River rd then looped around D Hills and home. 14.30 miles 

AM- Good interval workout on the grass! 6.55 miles 

PM- Chill 25 minutes up the road from camp. Everyone felt really tired. 2.73 miles 

AM- Hopped on the VRRT from our camp site.  I took the lead once we crossed the Webster Flat road per request of JD. A couple of minutes later I tripped and popped right back up.  I have bad sinuses today and that made breathing hard. 5.13 miles 

PM- Ran another easy 25. The team was out to help each other after some great capain meetings. It was fun to see! 2.58 miles 

AM- Ran from camp and headed back out on the VRRT (love that trail). My focus was to help "Chad" out. He did awesome and turned around about 30 minutes into the run.  I decided to press on vs head back with Nathan.  Then I caught up to Roberts and the girls.  I took a little lead and Keaton followed and passed me. I encouraged him to press on and I followed him all the way to the van at Te-Ah campground.  I ran well and I was very impressed by Keaton. Our run was about 100 minutes and had some good climbs. We even ran a little extra once we got to the van. The rain was nice!  I added a little once we got back to camp to make sure everyone was back. 10.71 miles 

PM- Muddy and fun 20 with the team. Everyone was goofing around in the mud and rain. I am very proud to be a part of this team! 2.52 miles 

AM- The dreaded uphill run!  It's funny to see how much these kids dread certain runs.  At the same time they show a lot of positivity once we get out on it.  My goal was to help some level 1 guys make it up the steep climbs.  As I headed out I ran with the girls, Roberts, Trey, and Nathan.  It was fun and I coasted some downhills with Jess. After 20 mins of downhill we of course had to flip it back.  I helped Nathan maintain a good pace and rely on his affirmations. At one point we heard some dogs barking from a side trail, I quickly ran up to protect the girls (mainly Alli). The dogs weren't going to do anything but I yelled at them to go home.  Surprisingly they both turned away after I yelled. 6.74 miles (1.50 warm up on my own) 

Camp was amazing!  I am excited to get the season going and see these kids in action! 

Ran out about 6 miles on the main road from camp. Then I found a sign with a trail labeled: “Bryce canyon boundary.” I thought I would go explore that for a couple of miles. I did some good climbing then ran long hollow back towards camp. It was longer than expected. I wanted to run 14 miles and ended up running 17.5 miles

AM- Running around/setting up the time trial course. 5.65 miles 

PM- Braved the heat with Metler, Trevor (2003 stg marathon winner), and Marieta. I only made it 1.5 miles before I turned back to run with Marieta. Then I added a mile going sub 7:20 mile pace. I know not fast but I need to run faster to end my runs. 4.60 miles  

AM- Chuckawalla with the kids and tortoise. 5.23 miles 

PM- Weights then 15 min loop. I added a little on my own. 3.32

AM- Ran most of the interval workout with the team before leaving to go to school. Nathan was doing a great job leading the group! 4.05 miles 

PM- Jog around the hood. Marieta joined me for a little bit. 4.06 miles 

AM- Green Springs for as long as I could. Turned back with Roberts. 2.55 miles 

PM- Weights and 15 minute loop. 2.01 miles

AM- Got up a little earlier to run 2 around my house. Then out with the team and groupd up with Kenny, Keaton, and Zack. 6.96  miles 

PM- Setting up duel in the desert then warm up with the boys. 2.83

Dope run! My dad drove me and my bro and sis in law 12 miles up the marathon course from vernon. I wanted to run 14 but got a late start and wanted to be at xc practice at 8. I knew I had to run quick to make it to the finish line and my car. I ran really smooth the whole way. I know the course is fast and my times seem more impressive than they would be on a flat 12. However, I was proud of my mental toughness and calmness. Metler passed me in the last mile and I wish my legs would have responded better to go after him. At xc practice my quads were hammered so nothing impressive there. Ran with Roberts, Sadie, and Macy. 

12 mile splits:

1. 6:30

2. 6:17      12:47

3. 6:43      19:30 

4. 6:41      26:11

5. 7:04 (Winchester Hill)  33:15

6. 6:44     39:59

7. 6:11     46:10

8. 6:48     52:58

9. 6:26     59:24

10. 6:32   1:05:56

11. 6:48   1:12:44

12. 6:54   1:19:38

.29. 2:24  1:22:02

12.29 miles: 1:22:02 @6:40 mile pace

3.31 miles with xc

AM- Ran around with Holt and Roberts while the kids did their workout. I was super sore from saturday. 6.29 miles 

PM- 25 run to 2450. 3 miles 

AM- Weights then 15 solo and 15 with the team. 3.64 miles 

PM- 30 minutes in the heat. My IT was flaring up just a little bit so I took it easy. 3.26 miles 

PM- Ran to practice from my parents. Ran 25 with Isaac then some strides. Ran back to my parents to meet Marieta. Were making one car work between the two of us. 6.03 miles

PM2- Got out on virgin river trail around 8pm with Marieta. We did an easy 3. I didn't feel to great. 3.01 miles 

AM- Ran around the Dixie Center area looking for my watch then I added after weights. 5.75 miles

PM- I kept track of how much I ran around at Cedar All-Comers. Ended up being 1.05 miles 

I’m a bit frustrated at my lack of mileage this week. I have some excuses but I need to figure out how to milk more mileage with less time allotted to me. 

AM- Last night I layed down for a minute after the xc meet just to relax.  After a couple of minutes I passed out. So I wasn't able to make it to morning practice. I just did a quick 2 around the neighborhood. 2.02 miles 

PM- Smashed the competition in a team picture scavenger hunt. Then added on just to feel something. 4 miles 

AM- Got 5 in before meeting up with the team. I parked out by the grass valley/pinto road. I ran a mile up the steep road then back to the Roberts cabin. As I got close to the church these 2 cows got scared and crossed the road. One of the cows peeled out and slipped on the grass. It was quite the spectacle. I did my best to stay with the varsity but on the uphills I couldn’t do it. I still put in a decent effort. Then for the last 2.5 miles of my run I went hard trailing the varsity on the downhill. I threw in a 5:46 mile with some low 6s. 12.25 miles 

PM- After being in a car for nearly 8 hours today I had to get out and stretch the legs. Ran  until midnight. 3.58 miles 

AM- Out to the parkway. I had some stomach problems but endured for 60+ minutes. I wish I could push with the top guys for longer distances. 8.15 miles 

PM- Easy grass. 2.72 miles 

AM- Weights and a little running. 2.37 miles 

PM- I did good to stay up with the big group of boys in the blistering heat. I stayed mentally tough. 6.26 miles 

AM- Woke up at 4:30 and out the door by 5. My goal was to run from my house to PVHS and meet up with the boys. Mission accomplished! Only when I got there I was pretty tired. 11 miles 

PM- Intervals with Gianno, Isaac C, and Dalton. 4.10 miles 

Ran from parents to school then 40+ minutes with crew then back to parents. 7.72 miles 

AM- Mixed in with the boys and finished with Bentley, Gabe, and Elijah. 5.03 miles 

PM- Around the good. 4.38 miles 

AM- Got up at 4 and had a slow but successful start. I parked by the S Wade dealerships then Bluff to 700 S. I felt really sluggish so I decided to mix in some tempo for 3 miles. I did 7:08, 7:01, and 6:56. Not super fast but felt like a good effort. 7.03 miles 

PM- Fun desert run overlooking Bloomington finishing with a 6:36 mile. Then relaxing hike/picnic with Marieta up towards Webb Hill. I knew I had to get out this afternoon because I have a standard of hitting over 10 miles each Saturday. Looking back I realized I have kept this standard since the first Saturday in May. I have averaged 13.5 miles over the last 17 Saturdays. 5.38 miles

AM- Grass running helping out kids doing some tempo. I mixed in with Nic, Nathan, and Trey for a little bit. 6 miles

PM- 20 minutes in grass. 2.37

AM- Ran around in the morning to get more mileage. Then caught up with the boys on their 15 minute loop. 5.39 miles 

PM- Long run in the heat. I mixed in time with a couple of different groups. 8.37 miles 

AM- Tonaquint down past Southgate GC and back on the bike trail. Ran right by a falcon. 6.08 miles 

PM- Ran with the Wilsons then G and Isaac. 4.36

AM- A little running before and after weights. 4.02 miles 

PM- Shoe run. Ran mainly with Trey, Nathan, Isaac E, and Nic. 6 miles 

AM- Just another good loop. 4.13 miles 

PM- 30 with a bunch of crazies. 4.06 miles 

AM- Camped down by Pine Valley Creek. Woke up at 5am and headed towards PV. I kind of like running in the morning before the sun comes up. It also helps me on hills because in the dark I don’t realize I’m climbing a hill. I made it to the whipple trail before I started to get some sun (around 6 miles). Then I switch backed for about 2 miles on the trail before turning around. All in all a good satisfying run!  15.42 miles 

PM- Crisp and calm Bloomington loop run at around 9:30pm. 4.84 miles 

AM- Black Brush partly with the big group, then Isaac E, then Keaton and Kenny. After I got back I extended hoping to find the main group of boys only to realize they were across the canyon from me. So I went out and found them just in time to finish with them. I parked 1.5 miles away from the trailhead so I had a nice warm and cool. I felt good, especially after a 20 mile Saturday. 11.02 miles 

PM- Some late night hood running. 2.14 miles 

AM- A little running on my own then 15 with the boys. 4.10 miles 

PM- Ran around the new Bloomington Hills xc course. I like the course. 5.80 miles 

PM- Brio with the squad. It was fun to mix in with some of the top guys for a full 50+ minutes. 6.87 miles 

PM2- Run with Marieta. 2.87 miles 

AM- Jog to the school then 15 with the kids. 3.09 miles 

PM- 30+ striders with Coleman, Nathan, Trey, Isaac, and Nic. Plus to and from parents. 6.21 miles 

AM- Little Pilot to trail loop. 4.6 miles 

PM- I ran the same Murray loop 6 times cheering on kids. I charged the big hill 6 times too. I borrowed a garmin watch to see how far my loop was. Each loop I ran was about .70. So around 4.2 miles total 

5.54 miles by myself running down around state street. I slipped on some slick sidewalk right in front of a car. Ran with the girls, Nathan, and Nic on the state course. 5.60 miles 

Went sprinting out the door after watching the Steelers lose on SNF. I also feel like Sunday ruins my Monday morning runs because I’m pretty stagnant. So I wanted to go for a little jog anyways. 2.05 miles 

AM- Washington Parkway. I ran with B, Nathan, and Trey. Did pickups of 1,2,3,1. 6.85 miles 

PM- 20 mins/2.25 miles 

AM- Got up early and ran the Bloomington loop. I was planning on doing my run then heading over to PV but my achilles was hurting. I decided to rest it and see how it feels this afternoon. 3.06 miles 

PM- River trail. 6.26 miles 

AM- Ran from my house then met up with the boys for a little bit. Mornings are feeling great! 11.78 miles 

PM- Running around the xc course then made it half way home. 4.65 miles 

AM- 15 minutes with Jason, Trey, Scottie, and Isaac E. 2.32 miles  

PM- Mayors Loop with Marieta after a long A parent teacher conferences. 5.03 miles 

Hill circuit with Gianno and Isaac. Learned a little bit more about G.W. Then I added 3 with Marieta. 8.27 miles 

Marieta dropped Aaron, Clinton, and I up at the start line of the marathon. I ran pretty well until my IT band started flaring up. Overall a good run but maybe too long for today. I'm hopeful that I'll be ready for the marathon and have fresh legs for it. 

1. 7:00

2. 7:19

3. 6:48

4. 6:46

5. 6:56

6. 6:33

7. 6:38

8. 7:55

9. 7:46

10. 7:34

11. 7:23

12. 7:13

13. 7:01 (IT started giving me problems so I eased off the gas)

14. 7:21

15. 7:06

16. 6:45

17. 7:09

18. 7:39

19. 9:03

20. 8:39

2:27:18/7:22 mi 

20 minutes grass. 2.08 miles 

AM- A little on my own and a little after weights. 3.06 miles

PM- Almost threw up running out to Schnobe Kibe. 4.64 miles 

4 min at 5k pace with Isaac and G-Money. Then I added with Marieta. 10.58 miles 

AM- Ran from my house to my parents. I'm still feeling some IT pain so I am taking it a little slower this week.Saw a coyote by Tonaquint. 9.15 miles 

PM- Mile from my parents. Then kick it with the top guys. Then mile back to my parents. I pushed to run with the top guys on a windy day. 8.09

AM- Slept in a little and got out and did my 2 mile loop around the hood. 2.06 miles 

PM- Ran the state course with boys. 5.66 miles 

AM- Negative split run in Draper. 

1. 9:19

2. 9:19 18:38

3. 8:55 27:33

4. 8:56 36:29

.50 4:32   41:01

.50 3:36

6. 7:02 10:38

7. 6:55 17:33

8. 6:31 24:04

9. 6:34 30:38

Total time 1:11:54 

10.02 miles (jogging at xc meet included) 

PM- Late night jog with Marieta biking beside me. 5.20 miles 

Got sick Saturday night so today I just jogged a little bit. 2.35 miles 

I felt weak on the run towards the end. I'm coming out of this stupid sickness. I'm glad its this week and not the next. 5.35 miles 

Some intervals with Isaac, G, and the Wilsons. I’m still feeling weak and have a dry throat. My goal is get more sleep and hope that relieves the sickness. I feel like I’m not running as much as should be but I need to get healthy and not chase mileage. 8.07 miles 

Ran mainly with Isaac as he struggled with some pains. I also wasn't feeling great, just tired again. I want my energy back! 5 miles 

Sullivan and boardwalk with the top dogs! My prayers were answered, my energy was restored! 8.07 miles 

Up to Webb Hill towers then lucky trail down to Bloomington Hills Elementary. Super windy and not fun with all the head wind. 9.04 miles 

AM- Out to basically Maverik with Trey, Nathan, and Zach. The pick-ups felt really good. 7.17 miles 

Relaxed running around. 5.03 miles 

Run to trail to nowhere with the boys. I focused on staying relaxed and running smooth. Then I biked along side Marieta while she ran. 5.62 miles 

Shoe run. I ran with Isaac for a little bit and talked about how good Cedar will be. 4.37 miles 

Jogging around at the cedar Invite 

Well this marathon was very similar to previous ones. Similar because I fell apart towards the end. The unfortunate and sad part was I actually prepared well for this one. My IT band flared up at about 11 miles. I pushed pretty well for some miles after but the pain was pretty intense. Once I started the crazy downhill by Diamond Valley I knew my my sub 3 goal was going to be out of reach. I was a little emotional because I put a lot of good mileage in the last 5 months. Then to have the same dang injury flare up and ruin my race was disheartening. I debated dropping out and preserving my leg but for some reason I decided not to. I stopped a lot to get icy hot on my legs and stopped for a bathroom break. Maybe I’ll never master the marathon and that’s ok. I just want to be in good shape and run far. 

Splits: 

1. 6:45

2. 6:59

3. 6:36

4. 6:27

5. 6:35

6. 6:17

7. 6:16

8. 7:30

9. 7:09

10. 7:05

11. 7:32

12. 6:58

13. 6:44

14. 7:00

15. 6:49

16. 7:19

17. 7:22

18. 7:43

19. 8:27

20. 8:25

21. 8:22

22. 9:41

23. 11:43

24. 10:11

25. 10:08

26. 9:42

.28. 9:17 (pace) 

3:29:26

Jogging around. 1.68 miles 

Got out and jogged a little with some IT pain. 3 miles 

Chasing deer with Ross 

More deer chasing and to beat the sunset. 

AM- A little morning run to test the IT. I'm going to break the mileage apart and work on strenghtening my leg. 3.64 miles 

PM- Marked the course then Marieta and I tried to help Logan check the course by jogging on it. 2.15 miles 

Running around the Region course with a lot of pain. 

I pushed myself to see how much my IT would not. I ran with the big group of boys. I had zero pain until mile 3.5-4. 6.56 miles 

Core in the morning then Middleton trail in the afternoon with Marieta. No pain. 4.23 miles 

AM: Ran with the boys on their cool and warm. In the middle with Roberts and Holt. 4.64 miles 

PM: 20 with the boys. 2.31 miles 

Jogging around Juan Diego. 3.65 miles 

30 with Coaches then 20 with girls. 5.44 miles 

.75 jogging around the state course. 

Dino Cliffs. The first little bit I ran with the boys then I backed off to run with G and the girls. My IT was bugging and I wanted to spread out the coaches. 4.64 miles

Some Chuckawalla with the boys until some IT pain, then back with Isaac E and Chad. 4.28 miles 

Ran a little in Padre Canyon

Out in the desert with Marieta then core. 3 miles 

Loved the run today but was pretty frustrated with my IT pain. I really want to hit good mileage again and my body is in shape for it. 6.33 miles 

I ran until I felt some pain. I might take some time off. 1.12 miles 

Halloween run. I'm going to take the weekend off. 2.76 miles 

Running around with G and Isaac. 3.05 miles 

Easy on the leg. 20+ minutes seems to be my breaking point in when the flaring starts. 3.02 miles 

Totally guessing on distance, Gabe borrowed my watch so I didn't get the total. Ran with Roberts. 4.5 miles 

After a crappy day of work I was about ready to punch everyone in the face. Then much to my relief I arrived at practice to see G-Money hit Jason in the face with a pine cone. Now I know this wasn't probably a good thing but it did put a smile on my face and rasied my spirits. Run was ok....just feel like my IT is a ime bomb. It can flare up at any point. 5.15 miles 

Running with Nathan. No major pain today. 4.47 miles 

3 with Marieta. 3 miles

Marlar with the boys. 5.5 miles 

I love running in the rain. Team helped out a kid who slid out on his scooter in the rain. This team is always willing to help out in the screets. 3.95 miles 

40 with some kids. 4.95 miles

Sullivan with the boys. 4.1 miles 

Muddy run with Marieta. At one point I decided the path was too muddy so I stopped and let her continue on. I thought it was a funny joke but she didn't think so. 1.54 miles 

Dos con la esposa. 2 miles 

15 warm then I messed up the miracle mile. 2.06 miles 

Trail run after some team disc golf. 3.12 miles 

Paved trails around Santa Clara. I'm not running much but I'm also not hurting much. 3.23 miles 

40 with Gianno, Dalton, and Isaac C. Got some quick fartleks in. 5.11 miles 

35 and striders with G Unit, Isaacs, Nathan and Keaton. This is the way! 3.72 miles 

Running around California with the boys. 3.67 miles 

Secret Sauce trail after treasure hunting with my nephew. I took more than a week off from running. It is not good for my soul! I get stressed out a lot more when I'm not  running. This is something I am aware of but thought I'd test it again. I'm going to ease back into my runs. 2.35 miles 

Run to Dixie center to pick up Marieta's car that my dad dropped off. 2.38 miles 

2 with Maritza 

Saw Carson on a run up turkey farm when Marieta and I were going on a hike. He inspired me to run tonight. I've been resting my leg hoping that with time I won't have anymore IT problems. I can always feel there is a difference in my left IT area. 2.26 miles 

Ran 2.5 with Marieta and her brother. Then up steep slopes and cruising in the snow up by East Canyon. Saw a bunch of deer and some elk signs. 5 miles 

It snowed a lot last night so running in the snow was more difficult. I covered ridge after ridge stalking deer. I probably ran 2.5 of the 4+ miles I covered. Saw 60+ deer (5-6 bucks) and 2 foxes. My body is feeling great! Maybe the time off really helped. 

2 miles on the main road looking for a geocache then ridge climbing. Chased more deer and found a raccoon face that a cougar tore up. 4.13 miles 

Dinosaur park up to the other park with Marieta. 3 miles