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Location:

Kowloon Tong,Hong Kong

Member Since:

Jul 02, 2007

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Olympic Trials Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

Unaided:

5K - 17:11 (track Pre-kids and at BYU) (1998)

10K - 35:48 (track Pre-kids and at BYU) (1998)

10K - 35:34 (road - Shek Mun 10k 12/12)

1/2 Marathon 1:19:44 (UNICEF HM 11/12)

Marathon 2:47:08 (ING Hartford Connecticut 10/10)

Aided:

St. George Marathon 2:50:40 (10/08)

1/2 marathon - Hobble Creek 1:17:14 (8/08)

10K - Deseret News 10K - 35:02 (7/08)

Short-Term Running Goals:

PR 1/2 marathon AGAIN


Long-Term Running Goals:

Break 2:46 in Boston!

Personal:

I used to run for BYU, but only after trying out three times and finally walking on, so I was never a star. However, it was wonderful to run with great people and under Coach Shane. When you run with fast people, you can't help to improve! I graduated BYU in 1998, and didn't run a race until 2002, after having my second child. My hiatus and other crazy life commitments have made my competitive running suffer, but the last couple of years I have tried to get back into it the best I can. I have been married since 1996, to Paul Lowry, who is a runner himself. I have three boys (my three rascals), ages 12, 10, and 8.

After a great 2008 season, I was injured and eventually diagnosed and cross-diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis, a type of arthritis disease, which precludes running for all but the most stubborn.  So I am on medications, trying to stay healthy, and seeing my PT often.  And running!  Now beating the streets in Hong Kong.

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Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 0.00
NB RC900 Black/yellow Lifetime Miles: 183.31
NB RC1300 Red/Black Lifetime Miles: 195.31
2012 MTR Lifetime Miles: 4035.70
890 Blue Lifetime Miles: 310.55
NB RC 1600 Lifetime Miles: 96.76
RC 1400 Lifetime Miles: 90.60
NB 890 Baby Blue Lifetime Miles: 233.26
NB 890 Electric Blue Lifetime Miles: 319.67
NB 890 Tokyo Turquoise Lifetime Miles: 163.54
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Pain this morning a dull 1 while walking around.  I am not sure what to do, but I am leaning toward getting off the crutches no matter the pain.  I just can't do it anymore.  I committed to 3-4 weeks and yesterday was the 4 week mark.  I have a PT appt tomorrow and get my IT area worked out, which might help.  I am sad that I am at ground zero again, but I'm getting used to it at least.

Night Sleep Time: 8.50Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 8.50Weight: 135.00
Comments
From jtshad on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 10:01:08 from 204.134.132.225

Sorry to hear about your continued tough recovery. Hang in there and keep up the positive attitude about your life as a whole.

From maurine on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 10:15:20 from 63.255.172.2

So sorry to hear that the struggling well must continue. I can't imagine how frustrating this must be for you, but do think of you and pray for your recovery.

From MichelleL on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 10:18:29 from 71.219.40.17

Thanks guys. Jeff, I am really trying. Going back to day zero is hard, but I trust in His plan, and I am trying to enjoy my extra time with my kids. Maurine - pray on. You know I am :)

From seeaprilrun on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 10:54:24 from 68.102.144.140

Wow. What a great attitude. Keep struggling well!

From marion on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 14:44:17 from 71.213.119.157

What a fun weekend away with Paul :) I don't know what to think about the crutches, but maybe the pt will have some wisdom :)

From Teena on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 22:14:07 from 67.177.20.13

I'm really hoping things will go well tomorrow at the PT's. I too am so sorry that you are still dealing with all of this.

Here's to a better day tomorrow!! :)

From Desmond Lomax on Tue, Jun 02, 2009 at 22:27:16 from 160.7.242.143

Good luck with everything Michelle. I hope your body heals soon.

Desi

From Bonnie on Wed, Jun 03, 2009 at 09:52:14 from 75.164.106.34

I am hoping not ground zero ... just not the penthouse yet ...

Good luck at the PT's.

I am thinking about you.

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