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Location:

CO,

Member Since:

Aug 22, 2007

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Marathon Finish

Running Accomplishments:

Began running Aug 07

3 mile - 28:50 (Dec 07)

10K - 1:00:41 (July 08)

Half Marathon - 2:18:56 (Sep 08)

Short-Term Running Goals:

Keep running. Look for races to keep me focused on improvement and consistency.

Long-Term Running Goals:

Runner for Life

Personal:

I grew up in NM and met my husband at BYU. We've lived in NV, MI, AZ, and CO since graduation and we have 3 beautiful daughters 7, 2, and 1

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Asics (green) Lifetime Miles:						450.34

Mon, Feb 11, 2008

Slow miles	Fast miles	Total Distance
4.00	0.00	4.00

The first mile was really tough today - my breathing was surprisingly labored and my low back was hurting. But then, I got distracted by the different route that I took ... that actually got me lost for a while ... and it turned into a great run. (hee,hee) The Garmin hit 4 miles just as I got to my driveway which was pretty lucky with all my winding around. Coming downhill was fun just letting my legs go. I think that's what's helpful about downhill - training my legs to turn over faster since it's easier to do on my cardio. Felt like I could've gone further, but like I said ... I was home! ;o)

Comments

From Jody on Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 21:37:33

Great job!! It is always so nice when a distance that used to be so hard, now is easy. Definatly the reward for consistency in training! WAY TO GO!!

From Christi on Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 21:48:19

Wow- you made 4 miles sound easy breezy today. You are on a roll!

From kristina on Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 22:09:53

Wow! Great run! I love those runs that start out miserable and turn out great. It is very encouraging :)

From Lybi on Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 22:13:48

Great job, Laura! You really are doing fabulous on increased mileage. I agree with you about downhill, btw. Very helpful. Too bad I can't even FIND some stinkin' hills to run down around here.

Do you have any races scheduled soon?

From laura on Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 23:49:34

Thanks, everyone!!

It's funny you should ask, Lybi. I was actually checking out upcoming races this morning - probably inspired by you, Heber, and Debbie all racing last Saturday! :O) I'm leaning toward a 5 race series, starting on St. Patrick's Day. The second one is in the Garden of the Gods. Sounds tough and hilly - but with gorgeous scenery.

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