High-Octane

Well, I hit 1,000 miles for 2016. The foot surgery really cut into my running. Not sure what I'll do this year. Neither of my feet feel like they can take a lot of running at this time.

I don't really have any running plans or goals at this time so far now I'm just going to try and maintain some conditioning until I decide what's next.

Last run of the Holidays with Callie...I'm going to miss her and running with her!

3 easy miles... 8:55, 8:55, 8:25.

Mile	Time	HR	HR %
1	7:36:00	138	70%
2	7:25:00	150	78%
3	7:42:00	152	80%
4	7:57:00	154	81%
5	7:59:00	154	81%
6	7:35:00	152	80%
7	7:37:00	152	80%
8	7:30:00	153	80%
9	7:39:00	158	84%
10	7:07:00	163	86%
.25 Mile Cool-down
Total	76:07:00	153	80%
Pace	7:36:42

In Gatesville visiting my mom. Ran my usual out and back 10 mile run. It was pretty windy and cold.

This run felt good... pace and HR were good for the effort. Legs felt great. Weather was wonderful.

7 easy at 8:30 pace.

Well...my foot, that I have had operated on twice, suddenly started getting very sharp pains in it for no reason. This happened all of a sudden this weekwnd.

I called rhe foot doctor and luckily got an appointment for today. After a little questioning and a fee ex rays, the doctor discovered that there is a strand of metal wire, left from the first surgery, still in my foot....So, next Thursday I go in for another surgery to have it removed..... Ahhhhhhg...!!!!!

Got the wire taken out of my foot today. The doctor (#1) says he thinks its a sliver of drill bit left over from doctor #1's operation. Doctor #1 did say he broke a drill bit off in my foot. Bottom line is, doctor #1 really botched the while thing and, l believe, caused me two years of pain, lost time and misery! Hopefully it's all over now and l can get back to running pain free.

Right now l don't have any running goals, I'm really focused on my team roping. My one goal that may pop up is Boston again if my daughter can qualify in April. I am already qualified so I don't plan on running any more marathons this spring.

My next goal may be 3:10 next spring but with my setbacks and age I'm not so sure that is possible .

Okay...it's time to start again.

Easy day at the gym. 1 mile elliptical, 1 mile @ 8:20 on the TM (2 degree incline), 1 mile on the elliptical and a 2nd mile on the TM (2 degree incline).

Then some upper body weights.

Same as yesterday.

Easy day at the gym. 1 mile elliptical, 1 mile @ 8:20 on the TM (2 degree incline), 1 mile on the elliptical and a 2nd mile on the TM (2 degree incline).

Then some upper body weights.

Here's my first run in about 3 months. Came out to California to visit Callie, my daughter. She is training for the Revel Mt. Charlston Marathon in 3 weeks. I wanted to run with her, even though I haven't run at all in 3 months. I decided to do 2 miles with her and then as we ran changed my mind and went ahead and ran 5. I was surprised I made it 2 miles much less 5 miles. Not sure yet how much I will be running in the near future but will be going on an RV vacation with Callie, her husband Matt, Kirby, our son and his girlfriend and obviously Sarah, my wife in 6 weeks. I would like to be able to run some more with Callie during that vacation but know I need to run some before then to make it fun and not kill me. Callie is trying to qualify for Boston so we can run it in 2018 together. I qualified at the San Antonio R&R back in December. Looking forward to that if it happens!

My heart rate was UGLY hight on this run.

Back home from California and 2nd run since my last foot operation. This one seemed hard but I was on my hilly course as opposed to the mostly flat in California. I've got a ways to go again to regain my cardio, my legs still feel like running.

So I doubled my mileage from last week to this week!!! 5 miles to 10 miles!!! :-)

Also I tried and ran quite a bit faster. Far from where I want to be but a little step and progress. Planning to get up to 25-30 miles in the next couple of weeks.

Meanwhile our cat cornered a rattlesnake on our front pourch last evening. I took care of it with a hoe!

We went to Gatesville to visit my mom for easter. Went to Biker Church. :-)

Increased my mileage to 6 miles on this run but ran the same pace as my last 5 mile run with a little less effort. Ran the hilly Ft Hood route. Hoping to get about 20 miles this week.

No pictures but we shot 2 more snakes at my mom's cattle tank! (water moccasins)

Continuing my comback with some slow miles today but increasing the mileage!

Tried to run a couple of these miles a little faster. Couldn't do much of this but at least I got close to a 6 on the second fast mile.

Mile	Time	HR	HR %
1	8:26:00	136	69%
2	8:35:00	153	80%
3	8:33:00	157	83%
4	8:26:00	163	86%
5	8:25:00	160	85%
6	8:24:00	161	85%
7	8:23:00	166	88%
Total	59:12:00	157	82%
Pace	8:27:26

Trying to keep some consistant paces on these miles. Ran my Smallville route. Went to 7 miles...that was plenty!

7 again but ran the small loop which is a little hilly. I think summer is here, it was 75 degrees at 7am.

7 miles again around the small loop. Warm and humid.

Getting better with 2 miles in the 7's! The weather was nice at 52 degrees to start too...but summer is coming. :-(

I was a little short on time so just ran 4 miles but for two I tried to run a little faster. Headed out on a three day cruise in the Bahamas...!!! :-)

6 miles in Ft Lauderdale this morning before visiting the hime office and rhen getting in the cruise ship. 7:50 AP, 75 degrees.

Mile	Time	HR	HR %
1	8:56:00	141	72%
2	9:49:00	140	72%
3	9:09:00	139	71%
4	10:03:00	141	72%
5	9:54:00	140	72%
6	9:40:00	139	71%
7	10:04:00	143	74%
Total	67:35:00	140	72%
Pace	9:39:17

7 slow miles around the small loop trying to keep the HR to 140. Why does slow seem so hard...!!! ... ???

Ran the small loop again.

Haven't run in several days. Got a really bad chest cold for several days.

Mile	Time	HR	HR %
1	8:15:00	131	65%
2	8:04:00	157	83%
3	7:47:00	168	89%
Total	24:06:00	152	79%
Pace	8:02:00

Mile	Time	HR	HR %
1	8:24:00	134	68%
2	8:35:00	148	77%
3	8:24:00	153	80%
4	9:13:00	155	82%
5	8:39:00	155	82%
6	9:06:00	156	82%
7	8:44:00	159	84%
Total	61:05:00	151	79%
Pace	8:43:34

Mile	Time	HR	HR %
1	8:00:00	136	69%
2	7:06:00	156	82%
Total	15:06:00	146	76%
Pace	7:33:00

Tried to run a little faster today. Got them all under 8 but it was hard. :-)

5/31/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	8:56:00	138	70%
2	8:34:00	142	73%
3	8:34:00	149	78%
4	8:52:00	158	84%
Total	34:56:00	147	76%
Pace	8:44:00			WT

6/1/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	9:00:00	123	60%
2	9:30:00	144	74%
3	9:00:00	136	69%
4	9:06:00	144	74%
Total	36:36:00	137	69%
Pace	9:09:00			WT
Temp		Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Running with Callie on vacation.

6/3/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	9:00:00	123	60%
2	9:30:00	144	74%
3	9:00:00	136	69%
4	9:06:00	144	74%
Total	36:36:00	137	69%
Pace	9:09:00			WT
Temp		Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Running with Callie on vacation.

6/4/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	9:11:00	144	74%
2	8:54:00	145	75%
3	8:41:00	150	78%
4	8:37:00	150	78%
5	8:56:00	151	79%
6	9:00:00	146	76%
7	9:11:00	152	80%
8	9:23:00	153	80%
9	8:43:00	151	79%
10	8:47:00	154	81%
Total	89:23:00	150	78%
Pace	8:56:18			WT
Temp		Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Running with Callie on Vacation.

6/6/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	8:23:00	124	61%
2	8:20:00	144	74%
3	8:19:00	145	75%
4	8:19:00	155	82%
5	8:20:00	157	83%
Total	41:41:00	145	75%
Pace	8:20:12			WT
Temp		Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Running with Callie on Vacation.

6/7/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	8:46:00	123	60%
2	8:19:00	121	59%
3	8:14:00	124	61%
4	7:41:00	122	59%
Total	33:00:00	123	60%
Pace	8:15:00			WT
Temp		Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Running with Callie on vacation. Slight rest after each mile.

6/8/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	7:47:00	129	64%
2	8:55:00	135	68%
3	8:42:00	136	69%
4
Total	25:24:00	133	67%
Pace	8:28:00			WT
Temp		Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Running with Callie on vacation.

6/10/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	7:13:00	143	74%
2	7:24:00	161	85%
3	7:47:00	163	86%
4	8:14:00	167	88%
Total	30:38:00	159	83%
Pace	7:39:30			WT
Temp	59	Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Out and back.

6/11/2017
Mile	Time	HR	HR %	Max HR
1	9:00:00		#N/A
2	9:00:00		#N/A
3	9:00:00		#N/A
4	9:00:00		#N/A
Total	36:00:00	0	#N/A
Pace	9:00:00			WT
Temp	59	Humidity
Dew Point		Wind
Out and back.

Biked 15 miles @ 16mph.

​Biked 15 miles @ 16 mph.

Finally entered my May and June runs but they weren't much to brag about. I haven't run or biked consistant for quit a while but I'm planning to getting back to a consistant schedule soon!

Mile	Time	HR
1	8:43:00	134
2	9:05:00	151
3	8:50:00	159
4	10:06:00	156
5	8:28:00	173
6	8:31:00	178
Total	53:43:00	159
Pace	8:57:10

Mile	Time
Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 3.00

Sat, Aug 05, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.00

Mile Time HR       1 8:04:00 147 2 7:58:00 168 3 8:14:00 175     Total 24:16:00 163 Pace 8:05:20

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 3.00

Tue, Aug 08, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Mile Time HR       1 7:56:00 138 2 8:13:00 161 3 8:13:00 165 4 7:43:00 171       Total 32:05:00 159 Pace 8:01:15

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Mile Time HR       1 8:07:00 142 2 8:40:00 160 3 8:07:00 164 4 8:09:00 174       Total 33:03:00 160 Pace 8:15:45

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

20 Rode Bike Miles.

Trek (Road Bike) Miles: 20.00

Mon, Sep 04, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

20 Rode Bike Miles.

Trek (Road Bike) Miles: 20.00

Wed, Sep 06, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 5.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5.00

Mile Time HR       1 9:10:00 131 2 9:31:00 145 3 9:07:00 151 4 9:08:00 159 5 8:40:00 165       Total 45:36:00 150 Pace 9:07:12

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 5.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Sun, Sep 10, 2017 at 13:03:22 from 174.148.208.197 Whatcha planning? From Tom Slick on Tue, Sep 19, 2017 at 09:09:20 from 174.148.154.64 Not back yet! From I Just Run on Tue, Sep 19, 2017 at 17:55:21 from 199.38.187.9 Trying to get back...Just entered the Chosen Half Marathon. need some cool weather so I can get going!

Sat, Sep 09, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 5.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5.00

Mile Time HR       1 8:30:00 142 2 9:03:00 158 3 8:42:00 161 4 8:49:00 171 5 8:20:00 177       Total 43:24:00 162 Pace 8:40:48

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 5.00

Sun, Sep 10, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 5.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5.00

Mile Time HR       1 8:14:00 140 2 8:51:00 156 3 8:23:00 160 4 8:41:00 165 5 7:59:00 172       Total 42:08:00 159 Pace 8:25:36

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 5.00

Mon, Sep 11, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 2.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 3.00

1 8:23:00 142 2 8:22:00 153 3 7:49:00 162       Total 24:34:00 152 Pace 8:11:20

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 3.00

Sat, Sep 16, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

25 Bike miles.

Trek (Road Bike) Miles: 25.00

Sun, Sep 17, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

1 8:30:00 129 2 9:22:00 144 3 8:36:00 142 4 9:27:00 146 5 9:22:00 149 6 9:08:00 150 7 9:31:00 153       Total 63:56:00 145 Pace 9:08:00

Comments From Tom Slick on Wed, Sep 20, 2017 at 10:21:00 from 174.148.134.252 Welcome back IJR. Got any plans you can share? From I Just Run on Wed, Sep 20, 2017 at 20:31:18 from 107.77.105.65 I'm planning and entered to race the Chosen Half Marathon in November. I have run this race 6 times, every year of my running career. I am going to have to get going to be ready!!! From Tom Slick on Wed, Sep 20, 2017 at 21:16:09 from 173.117.183.84 You're a veteran runner and know what you have to do to be ready...Just do it!

Wed, Sep 20, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 5.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5.00

Mile Time HR       1 8:18:00 138 2 8:42:00 155 3 8:27:00 155 4 8:24:00 155 5 8:22:00 152       Total 42:13:00 151 Pace 8:26:36   5 @ 8:27.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 5.00

Thu, Sep 21, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.00

Mile Time HR       1 7:59:00 140 2 8:06:00 161 3 7:23:00 173       Total 23:28:00 158 Pace 7:49:20

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 3.00

Sat, Sep 23, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Mile Time HR 1 8:49:00 136 2 9:12:00 142 3 8:39:00 140 4 9:14:00 146 5 8:58:00 149 6 8:48:00 151 7 9:07:00 154       Total 62:47:00 145 Pace 8:58:09

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Sun, Sep 24, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Mile Time 1 8:15:00 2 8:51:00 3 8:13:00 4 8:33:00 5 8:30:00 6 8:31:00 7 8:16:00     Total 59:09:00 Pace 8:27:00

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Mon, Sep 25, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.00

Mile Time HR       1 7:23:00   2 7:34:00   3 7:01:00         Total 21:58:00   Pace 7:19:20

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 3.00

Tue, Sep 26, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Mile Time HR 1 9:18:00 123 2 9:31:00 136 3 8:35:00 137 4 9:13:00 144 5 9:09:00 147 6 9:10:00 146 7 8:58:00 153       Total 63:54:00 141 Pace 9:07:43

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Tue, Sep 26, 2017 at 13:02:43 from 174.148.76.164 Got any Team Roping events coming up? How about any running plans? Good to see ya out running the roads again! From Dan on Tue, Sep 26, 2017 at 19:20:07 from 74.140.172.126 Agreed! Nice to see you posting. You still doing that half in November?

Thu, Sep 28, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

7 miles at 8:33.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Fri, Sep 29, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.00

3 miles at 8:07 on TM in Dallas, Tx.

Sat, Sep 30, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 5.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5.00

5 miles at 8:31 on TM in Dallas, Tx.

Comments From Tom Slick on Sat, Sep 30, 2017 at 09:57:32 from 174.148.224.202 Why would you go all the way to Dallas to ride a TM? From Rhett on Sat, Sep 30, 2017 at 13:11:13 from 66.185.237.66 Hey IJR. I didn’t realize you were back running and blogging. Is the toe all the way better?

Mon, Oct 02, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Okay, starting to see slight improvement. Hoping for some cooler weather in the next few weeks. Today was the first day below 70 (68) which helped. My foot that was operated on is always uncomfortable but tolerable. I am entered in the Chosen Half Marathon on November 18 so only 6-1/2 weeks to get ready. I'm sure it won't be my best or fastest race by what the heck, I only have to beat a bunch of OLD guys! Mile Time HR 1 8:31:00 118 2 8:36:00 141 3 8:01:00 141 4 8:26:00 150 5 8:19:00 152 6 8:06:00 153 7 7:58:00 157       Total 57:57:00 145 Pace 8:16:43

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 02, 2017 at 08:05:31 from 174.148.174.17 I resemble that old guy's remark, wish I was going to be there to give you a run for your money.....Ya know? Good to know that your foot is coming along in a good way! Hang in there, this too shall pass! From Rhett on Mon, Oct 02, 2017 at 15:24:11 from 66.185.238.62 6 1/2 weeks...You got this. From I Just Run on Mon, Oct 02, 2017 at 19:25:34 from 199.38.187.9 Surely if I can run 7 at 8:16 I can run 13 at 6:15 ... right? From Dan on Mon, Oct 02, 2017 at 20:15:13 from 74.140.172.126 Probably 3 weeks more than you need ;) From Tom Slick on Tue, Oct 03, 2017 at 08:02:04 from 173.117.168.20 Yes you can!

Tue, Oct 03, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Here we go...I hit 1 MP mile. :-) HR is coming down. Now it's a balance between cardio buildup and leg buildup. Still hot, humid and no wind. Mile Time HR       1 8:11:00 136 2 8:13:00 153 3 8:10:00 154 4 7:33:00 164       Total 32:07:00 152 Pace 8:01:45

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Dan on Tue, Oct 03, 2017 at 18:06:31 from 74.140.172.126 1 Down, 12.1 to go! From I Just Run on Wed, Oct 04, 2017 at 10:20:45 from 107.77.100.63 Dan...NO NO NO ... I need to be in the 6's...!!!

Wed, Oct 04, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

7 miles @ 8:48. It was hot! 78 degrees, 75 dewpoint, 95% humidity!

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Rhett on Wed, Oct 04, 2017 at 12:59:17 from 66.185.238.62 Yuck and I thought that 75 degrees and low humidity was a bit warm today here. From Tom Slick on Thu, Oct 05, 2017 at 08:55:35 from 174.148.77.213 Just be consistent in your training and it will all work out in the end! All that humidity looks so bad.... From Dan on Thu, Oct 05, 2017 at 18:03:01 from 99.19.81.89 Yeah that is gross to run in, nice job getting out and sticking with it

Thu, Oct 05, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 6.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 6.00

Getting Gooder...!  Mile Time HR 1 8:28:00 128 2 8:36:00 144 3 7:47:00 145 4 8:18:00 150 5 8:04:00 153 6 7:39:00 158 Total 48:52:00 146 Pace 8:08:40

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 6.00

Fri, Oct 06, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 6.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 6.00

And Gooder...!!!! Mile Time HR 1 8:16:00 131 2 8:16:00 146 3 7:48:00 148 4 8:18:00 153 5 8:10:00 156 6 7:33:00 160 Total 48:21:00 149 Pace 8:03:30

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 6.00

Comments From Russ on Sun, Oct 08, 2017 at 22:00:51 from 199.167.208.161 Hot diggity! Nice run Preston. From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 09, 2017 at 09:09:06 from 174.148.246.80 You seem to be bringing your pace time down, keep up the great training! From Rhett on Mon, Oct 09, 2017 at 15:32:06 from 66.185.238.62 Soon you will be gooderest! From Dan on Tue, Oct 10, 2017 at 19:25:09 from 74.140.172.126 Nice to see!

Mon, Oct 09, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 5.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Still hot weather at 68 degrees, 96% humidity, 67 dewpoint, 160 lbs. But Faster...   Mile Time HR 1 8:19:00 127 2 8:29:00 143 3 7:42:00 147 4 8:25:00 150 5 8:10:00 153 6 8:01:00 154 7 7:49:00 159       Total 56:55:00 148 Pace 8:07:51

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Tue, Oct 10, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 6.00 3.00 0.00 0.00 9.00

Cool front blew in but it was an hour after I finished running. The humidity was much lower and that helped greatly! 72 degrees, 67% humidity, 65 dewpoint, 15mph wind, 157lbs. For some reason my HR monitor didn't work. Wish it had so I could do some comparisons as this was much faster and longer! Mile Time 1 8:02:00 2 8:17:00 3 7:47:00 4 8:28:00 5 8:28:00 6 8:08:00 7 7:32:00 8 7:49:00 9 7:47:00     Total 72:18:00 Pace 8:02:00

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 9.00

Comments From Tom K on Wed, Oct 11, 2017 at 05:07:19 from 174.58.51.37 You are back to form in no time! Great running, IJR! From I Just Run on Wed, Oct 11, 2017 at 11:12:42 from 199.38.187.9 Hopefully I'll pull about 30 more seconds per mile off the type training run in the next month and then I should be able to run a decent Half Marathon. My endurance is still low so I need to build that up too.

Wed, Oct 11, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 6.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 6.50

A little easier day today. The weather was nice at 62 degrees, 50% humidity, dewpoint 48, 8mph wind. Making progress, the same run a month ago was 30 seconds per minute with the same HR. Mile Time HR 1 8:34:00 141 2 8:52:00 141 3 8:51:00 147 4 8:30:00 146 5 8:25:00 145 6 8:42:00 144 6.5 4:14:00 149       Total 56:08:00 145 Pace 8:38:09

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 6.50

Comments From Rhett on Wed, Oct 11, 2017 at 13:51:41 from 66.185.238.62 That's big progress. Nicely done. From Dan on Thu, Oct 12, 2017 at 19:37:17 from 74.140.172.126 Agreed, noticeable progress is very encouraging

Thu, Oct 12, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 10.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 10.25

It was nice to get in the double digit in milage today. The temp was much better (59 degrees, 83% humidity, 54 dewpoint). Hoping to up the speed in the next couple of weeks quite a bit!    Mile Time HR 1 8:16:00 132 2 8:15:00 146 3 8:13:00 148 4 8:03:00 147 5 8:33:00 148 6 8:35:00 151 7 8:25:00 154 8 8:19:00 155 9 8:49:00 155 10 7:49:00 160 10.25 1:47   Total 85:04:00 150 Pace 8:17:57

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 10.25

Sat, Oct 14, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 3.25 0.00 0.00 6.25

In Abiline for a couple of days. Got to run around Abiline Christian University, it was nice. Ran every other mile at MP. :-) (76 degrees, 79% humidity, 69 dewpoint) Mile Time 1 8:21:00 2 7:38:00 3 8:08:00 4 7:38:00 5 8:06:00 6 7:33:00 6.5 1:47:00     Total 49:11:00 Pace 7:34:00

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 6.25

Comments From Dan on Sat, Oct 14, 2017 at 11:16:06 from 74.140.172.126 That workout, the EO mile at MP is how I always break my body into knowing - hey I am going to ask this of you more soon! Nice job, because that is warm! From Tom K on Sat, Oct 14, 2017 at 12:23:09 from 174.58.51.37 Good running in bad weather! From Rhett on Sun, Oct 15, 2017 at 08:46:23 from 66.185.237.66 Nice running!

Mon, Oct 16, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 8.25 2.00 0.00 0.00 10.25

Ran the big loop today. The weather was great at 59 degrees, 51% humidity and 41 dewpoint, 16mph wind, 158 lbs. Got a couple of mile in the MP range but haven't been able to pull off any HMP miles yet! Mile Time HR       1 8:15:00 131 2 8:07:00 145 3 7:55:00 147 4 7:41:00 146 5 7:57:00 149 6 8:07:00 152 7 8:07:00 155 8 7:45:00 155 9 7:59:00 157 10 7:38:00 161 .25 Mile Cool-down     Total 79:31:00 150 Pace 7:57:06

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 10.25

Comments From Rhett on Mon, Oct 16, 2017 at 09:53:20 from 66.185.238.62 Well look at that! Nice run with a nice fast finish. From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 16, 2017 at 16:23:43 from 174.148.26.43 What weight do you want to be on Nov 18? From I Just Run on Mon, Oct 16, 2017 at 16:51:49 from 199.38.187.9 Rhett, Getting better. I always feel like I've accomplished a milestone when I hit the 10 mile run mark in training and also the less than 8m avg. It usually escalates from there. Tom, 156 pre-run weight would be great.

Tue, Oct 17, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Recovery Run Mile Time HR       1 9:24:00 120 2 9:22:00 128 3 9:10:00 125 4 9:08:00 128 Total 37:04:00 125 Pace 9:16:00

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Yasir on Tue, Oct 17, 2017 at 10:23:58 from 99.20.240.16 I love it you are back now I'll start running again lol From Rhett on Tue, Oct 17, 2017 at 15:53:02 from 66.185.238.62 Perfect recovery day IJR. From Dan on Tue, Oct 17, 2017 at 17:04:46 from 74.143.230.86 Nice run Monday and perfect recovery.

Wed, Oct 18, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 9.25 1.00 0.00 0.00 10.25

10 miles again today. The weather was nice but humidity a little high. I thought I would be a little better on this run than my last 10 miler, but I felt a little tired and stiff. Mile Time HR       1 8:25:00 131 2 8:23:00 142 3 8:14:00 143 4 7:58:00 144 5 8:22:00 146 6 8:26:00 149 7 8:25:00 148 8 8:10:00 149 9 8:28:00 150 10 7:44:00 153 10.25 2:05:00 157 Total 84:40:00 146 Pace 8:15:37

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 10.25

Comments From Yasir on Wed, Oct 18, 2017 at 11:38:26 from 99.20.240.16 how fast are planing on running that half my goodness. Nice 10 miler From Tom Slick on Wed, Oct 18, 2017 at 17:24:48 from 174.148.120.197 Nice consistent splits. Showtime for the Chosen is coming up fast...

Thu, Oct 19, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Ano.ther recovery run. Back to the humidity at 93%. Mile Time HR HR % 1 9:50:00 120 58% 2 9:37:00 130 65% 3 9:16:00 129 64% 4 9:08:00 134 68% Total 37:51:00 128 64% Pace 9:27:45     Temp 59 Humidity 93 Dew Point 57 Wind 3

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Rhett on Thu, Oct 19, 2017 at 14:37:38 from 66.185.238.62 Looks like perfect recovery HR. You must be doing it right. :) From Tom K on Fri, Oct 20, 2017 at 07:07:44 from 47.206.60.114 Wow, you are really back in shape. Well done, IJR!

Fri, Oct 20, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Weather is back to hot and humid. Mile Time HR 1 8:16:00 129 2 8:16:00 144 3 7:57:00 147 4 7:24:00 156 Total 31:53:00 144 Pace 7:58:15

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Sat, Oct 21, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 10.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 10.25

Man...Hot and Miserable .again. I ran, what should be, an easy progressive run. Hurt more than it should. Mile Time HR       1 9:04:00 128 2 8:58:00 137 3 8:52:00 140 4 8:51:00 148 5 8:50:00 140 6 8:44:00 144 7 8:39:00 151 8 8:35:00 156 9 8:28:00 154 10 8:24:00 158 .25 Cool-down     Total 87:25:00 146 Pace 8:31:42

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 10.25

Comments From Rhett on Sat, Oct 21, 2017 at 14:30:21 from 66.185.237.66 You always seem to run getting faster as you go. Very impressive! From Tom Slick on Sun, Oct 22, 2017 at 13:14:58 from 173.117.247.217 negative splits all the way down the list! Now figure that you'll be running the Chosen Half at an average of about 2 minutes per mile faster than your training, my guess is that your going to have a pretty good result on Nov 18, '17. "Run Happy"

Sun, Oct 22, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Short Progressive Run...Still not fast enough. Mile Time HR 1 8:12:00 130 2 8:02:00 152 3 7:53:00 157 4 7:40:00 161 Total 31:47:00 150 Pace 7:56:45

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 23, 2017 at 12:40:31 from 174.148.232.221 Be careful now the Chosen is only about 27 days away.

Mon, Oct 23, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 12.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 12.00

Temp dropped but the humidity is still high. First time I have run 12 miles all year. (49 degrees, 90% humidity, 44 dewpoint, 156 lbs) Mile Time HR 1 8:27:00 129 2 8:15:00 142 3 8:16:00 144 4 8:23:00 148 5 8:16:00 146 6 8:20:00 148 7 8:19:00 149 8 8:26:00 150 9 8:11:00 150 10 8:08:00 151 11 8:05:00 151 12 7:56:00 154       Total 99:02:00 147 Pace 8:15:10

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 12.00

Comments From Rhett on Mon, Oct 23, 2017 at 16:18:59 from 66.185.238.62 Looking good. What’s your goal time for the upcoming half? From I Just Run on Mon, Oct 23, 2017 at 17:30:03 from 107.77.64.128 Don't know if it's possible but 1:34. From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 23, 2017 at 18:05:53 from 174.148.12.59 I'm bettin' you got a 90 minute 1/2 in you for the Chosen! Have you checked the past results to see who your competition is for 1st/AD? From Yasir on Tue, Oct 24, 2017 at 08:28:11 from 99.20.240.16 good to see you flying again. can't wait for the 18th. From Russ on Tue, Oct 24, 2017 at 11:04:16 from 74.114.3.253 Nicely done! I hit 12 miles a few weeks ago for the first time in many moons. It's a portent of good things to come for you in your 1/2. Here's to great weather: low temps, low humidity, and the wind at your back! From I Just Run on Tue, Oct 24, 2017 at 18:57:42 from 166.137.143.51 I won it by 6 minutes last year with a 7:11 pace but that seems impossible right now. I'm thinking more like a 7:30 pace but I've surprised myself before!

Tue, Oct 24, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Was going to run 4 recovery miles but I actually felt pretty good so changed and added some fartlek running in. 4 miles at 8:25 pace.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Wed, Oct 25, 2017 at 16:50:20 from 174.148.80.20 Now that's a fun word to toss around! Especially when your in a crowd that isn't into running terminology. Fartlek, fartlek, fartlek, that just runs chills up and down my spine! Fartlek..... From I Just Run on Thu, Oct 26, 2017 at 06:58:04 from 199.38.187.9 Tom, Now your comment made me laugh! I even read it to Sarah and we were both laughing this morning!!! From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 16:41:34 from 173.117.249.234 IJR - Every time I hear or see the word "Fartlek" all I can think of is "Male Fart Humor" and the way males react to fart humor.

Wed, Oct 25, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Running in Stephenville Tx while at a team roping school. Nice cool weather at 45 degrees! Mile Time HR 1 7:54:00 137 2 7:45:00 149 3 7:34:00 153 4 7:26:00 160 Total 30:39:00 150 Pace 7:39:45

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Back at home and ran the small loop. No great effort and not that easy, just an average run. The weather was perfect at 47 degrees, 74% humidity, 39 dewpoint. Mile Time HR 1 8:28:00 131 2 8:35:00 142 3 7:54:00 143 4 8:17:00 145 5 8:11:00 145 6 7:50:00 148 7 7:59:00 151       Total 57:14:00 144 Pace 8:10:34

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Tom K on Thu, Oct 26, 2017 at 06:59:10 from 47.206.60.114 I have weather envy. Mine's good right now, but not that good. From Tom Slick on Thu, Oct 26, 2017 at 07:54:16 from 174.148.175.59 Ya, that is good weather. Glad you've got it as you come into the home stretch before the Chosen Half."Rock Steady"! From Rhett on Thu, Oct 26, 2017 at 16:20:49 from 66.185.238.62 That effort between fast and easy, I think is the most fun pace to run. Unfortunately it’s the least training beneficial. From Dan on Thu, Oct 26, 2017 at 17:36:12 from 74.140.172.126 Good weather! race is coming before you know it. From I Just Run on Fri, Oct 27, 2017 at 09:55:08 from 199.38.187.9 Rhett, You're right. I felt like I was wasting my time.

Fri, Oct 27, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 12.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 12.00

Today was a miserable day of running. 25 mph wind, 58 degrees, 49 humidity, 39 dewpoint. I Think running 25 of the past 30 days has finally caught up with me. I was tired, sore, cold and not motivated ... but I did get my 12 miles in!!! Trying to build milage to a point that I can finally do some target training...I'm running out of time. Miles the last few weeks: 22,32,36,39,43 and I'll have 47 this week. 3 weeks to racetime! hopefully 2 good weeks of training and 1 week recover, then 1:34 Half Marathon! :-) Mile Time HR 1 8:52:00 125 2 9:09:00 136 3 8:50:00 143 4 8:53:00 137 5 8:54:00 132 6 9:02:00 134 7 8:51:00 133 8 8:48:00 135 9 8:56:00 136 10 8:38:00 135 11 8:26:00 134 12 8:28:00 138       Total 105:47:00 135 Pace 8:48:55

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 12.00

Comments From Yasir on Fri, Oct 27, 2017 at 12:02:37 from 99.20.240.16 tired sore cold and not wanting to run but you still rock 12 miles something is wrong with you sir. U'll be fine in 3 weeks. From Tom Slick on Fri, Oct 27, 2017 at 15:05:46 from 174.148.190.121 Just stick to your plan and all will be fine. From Rhett on Fri, Oct 27, 2017 at 19:39:46 from 66.87.68.83 It sounds like you have a perfect plan and execution is going well also. Stick with it.

Mon, Oct 30, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.65 12.00 0.00 0.00 16.65

Tried to do a long (12 mile) progressive run. Wasn't sure where to start (what pace). With the hills I have it seemed to trun out pretty good based on the progression of my HR. I tried to drop 2-3 seconds off of the total average time each mile. This was accomplished pretty well. I set the run up so I could do 14 in this same progression but I wasn't feeling it at 12 so I stopped and ran the last 4.65 home at a slow cool-down pace. I was hoping for some miraculous power that would show me I'm ready for a strong Half but it wasn't there. :-( Nice weather: 48 degrees to start, 64 to finish, 57% humidity, 49 dew point, 153 lbs at end. Mile Time HR 1 8:19:00 133 2 8:11:00 144 3 8:12:00 149 4 8:05:00 154 5 8:07:00 152 6 7:48:00 155 7 7:53:00 157 8 7:49:00 159 9 7:43:00 159 10 7:45:00 155 11 7:38:00 161 12 7:37:00 163 4.65 Mile Cool Down @ 9:25 - 150 HR Total 95:07:00 153 Pace 7:55:35

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 16.50

Comments From Dan on Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 18:07:09 from 74.140.172.126 That is a solid 12 mile progression. Considering how far you have come the cooldown miles were most welcome I am sure. From Tom Slick on Tue, Oct 31, 2017 at 11:47:26 from 173.117.242.72 Great reducing splits. Looks like your ready to PR The Chosen Half. Is your 10/27/'12 run at the Chosen Half at 1:33:44 your best time at the Chosen Half? If so, I think your really in the ball park for a steller (PR) run on Nov 18th. "PPPPPP" From Yasir on Tue, Oct 31, 2017 at 22:53:14 from 99.20.240.16 you just ran 16 miles I don't wanna hear it. :-( :-) From I Just Run on Wed, Nov 01, 2017 at 06:36:12 from 199.38.187.9 Yasir, ...16.65! :-)

Wed, Nov 01, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 6.00 3.00 0.00 0.00 9.00

Ran out and back on Old Lehmann. I don't run this often because the second mile has a very large hill and all of the first three miles are quit a bit uphill. My weight is down to 155. 61 degrees, 89% humidity (very foggy), 58 dewpoint. Mile Time HR HR % 1 8:22:00 130 65% 2 8:54:00 145 75% 3 8:14:00 149 78% 4 8:22:00 152 80% 5 7:50:00 149 78% 6 8:04:00 155 82% 7 7:43:00 154 81% 8 7:26:00 155 82% 9 7:34:00 157 83%         Total 72:29:00 150 78% Pace 8:03:13

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 9.00

Comments From Rhett on Wed, Nov 01, 2017 at 15:19:24 from 66.185.238.62 That sounds like a great run since what goes up must come down. From Dan on Wed, Nov 01, 2017 at 18:52:51 from 74.140.172.126 and hills = speedwork Losing weight is always a plus. Nice job! From Yasir on Thu, Nov 02, 2017 at 09:18:33 from 99.20.240.16 155 what show off :-) you are back to your old form nice work sir. From Tom Slick on Thu, Nov 02, 2017 at 13:17:47 from 174.148.185.220 Hills are disguised speed training, run them every chance you can. Congrats on getting you weight down to 155, I've set my goal to be at 155 by April 1, 2018 just before returning to the Boston Marathon!

Thu, Nov 02, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

4 miles at 9:11 pace. 74 degrees, 90% humidity, foggy...summer is back! Mile Time HR       1 9:32:00 122 2 9:18:00 133 3 9:02:00 135 4 8:52:00 137       Total 36:44:00 132 Pace 9:11:00

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Dan on Sat, Nov 04, 2017 at 17:34:28 from 74.140.172.126 Fog running is no run - steamy!

Fri, Nov 03, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Wanting to run a longer (12-15) miler but the weather is not cooperating! 75 degrees early in the morning with 90% humidity. Mile Time HR 1 8:07:00 130 2 8:03:00 147 3 7:37:00 149 4 7:57:00 152 5 8:00:00 157 6 7:58:00 156 7 7:50:00 161       Total 55:32:00 150 Pace 7:56:00

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Tom K on Mon, Nov 06, 2017 at 06:36:35 from 47.206.60.114 Great running, IJR! Even better, with the not-so-perfect weather.

Sat, Nov 04, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 8.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 8.25

This run hurt...too HOT! 75 degrees, 85% humidity. Ran a very hilly route in Gatesville while visiting my mom. Mile Time HR 1 7:54:00 123 2 8:11:00 144 3 7:48:00 143 4 8:20:00 147 5 8:20:00 148 6 9:02:00 152 7 8:44:00 151 8 8:47:00 155 Total 67:06:00 166 Pace 8:23:15

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 8.25

Sun, Nov 05, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

Just couldn't run another day in the heat so waited and rode my bike for the first time in a long time. 92 degrees, very windy. 18 miles @ 16 mph.

Trek (Road Bike) Miles: 18.00

Comments From Rhett on Mon, Nov 06, 2017 at 09:13:20 from 66.185.238.62 It's November, darn heat! From Tom Slick on Mon, Nov 06, 2017 at 09:38:01 from 66.87.134.161 Ya man, I ‘m tired of the heat too! Of course I’m not looking forward to running on snow packed roads and sub freezing temps....Just wait 15 minutes, the weather will change...... From Yasir on Mon, Nov 06, 2017 at 12:24:36 from 99.20.240.16 I have bad memories about you on a bike :-( lets take it easy please.

Tue, Nov 07, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 2.25 5.00 0.00 0.00 7.25

Despite the 71 degree temperature, I tried to run a faster 7 mile run. Mile Time HR HR % 1 7:56:00 130 65% 2 7:55:00 147 76% 3 7:24:00 147 76% 4 7:38:00 155 82% 5 7:43:00 155 82% 6 7:20:00 159 84% 7 7:12:00 165 87%         Total 53:08:00 151 79% Pace 7:35:26     Temp 71 Humidity 93 Dew Point 68 Wind 0

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.25

Comments From Yasir on Tue, Nov 07, 2017 at 18:23:29 from 99.20.240.16 71 deg and you finished the last 2 miles with your half marathon pace I think you are looking good 2 weeks out. From Dan on Tue, Nov 07, 2017 at 19:45:57 from 69.84.59.254 Nice, you dropped those times pretty fast!

Wed, Nov 08, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.25 7.00 0.00 0.00 14.25

Finally a cool front blew in, it was really windy though. I broke this run into four 3.5 mile sections trying to manage my effort. I ran my small loop twice so the hills skew the times somewhat. Don't think I'm in as good shape as I have been in the past but at least I know I can cover the 13.1 miles! Mile Time HR HR %   1 8:20:00 125 61%   2 8:32:00 138 70%   3 8:06:00 138 70%   3.5 4:13:00 144 74% 8:20:17         136 1 8:24:00 144 74%   2 7:53:00 141 72%   3 8:03:00 144 74%   3.5 4:14:00 146 76% 8:09:43         144 1 7:45:00 144 74%   2 7:58:00 150 78%   3 8:00:00 151 79%   3.5 3:43:00 150 78% 7:50:17         149 1 7:30:00 151 79%   2 7:42:00 158 84%   3 7:19:00 159 84%   3.5 3:26:00 167 88% 7:24:51         159 Total 111:08:00 147 76%   Pace 7:56:17     WT Temp 53 Humidity 66   Dew Point 42 Wind 21 156

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 14.25

Comments From Rhett on Thu, Nov 09, 2017 at 08:31:26 from 66.185.238.62 Very nice, and your HR didn't even get too crazy high on that last loop. Well done. From Tom Slick on Thu, Nov 09, 2017 at 10:09:06 from 66.87.126.239 Oh, Just wait till your on the Chosen course and burning up the road to the finish line. I love doing 1/2’s, you can really open up and let it go ‘cause you know that it’s a short 13.1 miles.....”Just Do It”, and do it fast !!!! From I Just Run on Sat, Nov 11, 2017 at 09:21:49 from 107.77.72.21 Rhett, My HR, compared to similar runs last year and other past years, seems to be good but the effort seems to be much more. Not sure if this is just age catching up with me, lack of conditioning or if it's all in my head? Very curious what race day effort will be. Tom, Yes I'm hoping to surprise myself...!

Fri, Nov 10, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.25 4.00 0.00 0.00 7.25

Trying to run a little faster.. The weather was good, 53 degrees.   Mile Time HR 1 7:58:00 125 2 7:45:00 149 3 7:39:00 149 4 7:45:00 152 5 7:35:00 156 6 7:05:00 159 7 7:09:00 163       Total 52:56:00 150 Pace 7:33:43

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Sat, Nov 11, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 2.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Came to Gatesville to see my mom and do some business. Good weather again, 61 degrees. Mile Time HR       1 8:00:00 136 2 7:39:00 141 3 7:51:00 141 4 7:49:00 146       Total 31:19:00 141 Pace 7:49:45

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Sun, Nov 12, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 8.25 8.00 0.00 0.00 16.25

16 mile run 8:02 pace overall ... Longest in quite a while. Hoping for much cooler weather but had to get it done. Last long run before the Half Marathon next Saturday. Not a spectacular run but good to be on my feet for this length of time. Now just a few shorter and hopefully faster runs this week. Mile Time HR HR %   1 8:21:00 131 65%   2 8:23:00 136 69%   3 8:13:00 135 68% 157 4 8:26:00 137 70% 8:20:45         135 1 8:08:00 141 72%   2 8:12:00 144 74%   3 8:03:00 140 72% 149 4 8:05:00 141 72% 8:07:00         142 1 7:52:00 146 76%   2 8:04:00 149 78%   3 8:00:00 150 78% 158 4 7:52:00 150 78% 7:57:00         149 1 7:48:00 154 81%   2 7:46:00 156 82%   3 7:40:00 159 84% 170 4 7:40:00 164 87% 7:43:30         158 Total 128:33:00 146 75%   Pace 8:02:04     WT Temp 68 Humidity 90 155.5 Dew Point 64 Wind

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 8.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Mon, Nov 13, 2017 at 17:28:43 from 173.117.151.26 I don't recall any specific time allotted for a 1/2 marathon taper but personally I think you need to kinda take it easy this week, cause you don't want to blow up a lot of great training by over doing it and or having some sort of mishaps......Ya know! Good luck Saturday.... From I Just Run on Tue, Nov 14, 2017 at 14:10:07 from 107.77.66.58 You kniw Tom, I was wondering the same thing. This was my last long run before the race. Planning on some faster miles two days this week and thats all.

Tue, Nov 14, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 2.00 0.00 5.00 0.00 7.00

Time for some faster stuff. Not usted to pushing this hard. My left calf said hello after the run. (not bad but could feel it) One more 4 mile run on Thursday and that's all before the race on Saturday. Time to do some calculations to see what this translates to for racing. The weather is going to be warm on race day. :-( Mile Time HR HR % 1.75 mile warm-up at 9:30 pace   1 7:10:00 149 78% 2 7:15:00 160 85% 3 7:14:00 164 87% 4 7:05:00 165 87% 5 7:04:00 166 88% .25 mile cool-down     Total 35:48:00 161 85% Pace 7:09:36

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Tom K on Wed, Nov 15, 2017 at 06:50:47 from 47.206.60.114 I am always impressed at your recovery from the foot injury(s). Those times are fantastic. Have a great race! From Tom Slick on Wed, Nov 15, 2017 at 12:33:22 from 174.148.103.163 IJR - Be careful adding additional training so close to the race, especially speed and hill training! BNut know that you are where you are be sure that you get a really good stretching and warm-up secession in before the race. I'd make sure I used "The Stick" on those legs before the race too..... From I Just Run on Thu, Nov 16, 2017 at 06:48:07 from 199.38.187.9 Thanks Tom & Tom, Yes...the feet, those are always a sore subject. The right one, that was operated on twice, is always uncomfortable. It has a lump in the middle ball and my second toe doesn't bend. My left has the same uncomfortable pain that rhe right one originally had. It may eventually break too, but in the meantime I Just Run! Good advice on the race prep. I think the weather will be in the high 60's- low 70's so not great for a PR attempt. I do want to run fast enough to beat those other OLD guys!!! From Dan on Thu, Nov 16, 2017 at 10:10:23 from 99.101.3.203 I too am very impressed how quickly you bounce back! It takes me months - well done

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 2.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 4.00

Last and Short run before the race on Saturday. Nice to get a couple of fast miles in but it hurt my lungs (not really my legs). Mile Time HR HR % 1/2 Mile Warm-up     1 6:29:00 150 78% 1/2 Mile Walk/Jog     2 6:12:00 156 82% 1 Mile Cool Down             Total 12:41:00 153 80% Pace 6:20:30

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Fri, Nov 17, 2017 at 16:00:00 from 173.117.239.20 May the wind be at your back and all the camels are way behind you spitting! From I Just Run on Fri, Nov 17, 2017 at 17:49:56 from 199.38.187.9 Ha ha Tom, it's supposed to be a strong south wind (in my face) and 70 degrees... :-( But, everyone has to run in it! Do you know what a camel in a drought is called...? A Dry Humper...!!! :-) From Dan on Fri, Nov 17, 2017 at 19:46:39 from 74.140.172.126 Have a great race!! From Rhett on Sat, Nov 18, 2017 at 11:08:45 from 66.185.237.66 I hope your race turned out well. I'm excited to read about it.

Sat, Nov 18, 2017
Race:	Chosen Half Marathon for Adoption (13.1 Miles) 01:40:07, Place overall: 10, Place in age division: 1
Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 13.10 0.00 0.00 0.00 13.10
Tough race day for me. We missed good weather by 1 day. A cool front is blowing in this afternoon and will drop the temperature about 30 degrees. It was a hot and muggy 71 degrees/67 dewpoint and a 10-15 mph wind to start and 78 degrees/67 dewpoint and a strong 10-15 mph head wind at the end of the race.  My original hope was to run a 1:34 but after mile 3 I knew that wasn't going to happen. I started back in the pace a ways as I always like to do and kept mile 1 fairly easy as planned and indicated by my HR. But into mile 2 I has already started to sweat profusely and pretty much know my 1:34 was going to be out of the question. Miles 3,4,5 all came in at exactly 7:36 with me trying just to keep a consistant pace. I was suprised they were all the same as this is not a flat course. At mile 6 I walked a little talking to another runner and assessing what my goal from this point on should be. I decided, at this point, that I had better really listen to my body and not do anything stupid and bonk. From my HR I knew I was running on the edge. Back to 7:35 for mile 7, 7:36 mile 8, 7:39 mile 9 and then the dreaded mile climb on mile 10 at 8:17. Again back to 7:36 on mile 11 and some more uphill on mile 12 and a 7:45. Last year I was increasing my pace nicely after 10 but I just couldn't do it this year. Mile 13 is mostly a gradual down hill and I hit that at 7:04 but was dissipointed I couldn't break into 6 at this point. Lots of runners were overheating, I could see that coming with many that I passed. I would talk to them for a bit and tell them they were doing great but as usual they would try to hang with me for a while and I would hear them begin to labor and I knew at that point they were going to bonk. (I talked to three of them after the race and confirmed my belief.)  I wish I could calculate the equlivant effort to a better weather condition because I really thought 1:33 - 1:34 was not out of the question.  I ended up 10th overall, the best I've ever done in this race of about 1,000-1,200 but didn't feel like I did that great. 1st in my age division. I talked to the old guy that won 2nd in my age division and I think he though he had me beat but he didn't realise I has started in the middle of the pack and came and caught him! :-) Hopefully this will be a springboard to good marathon training in the next few weeks but it really didn't build my confidence. This was my 3rd slowest Half Marathon. Mile Time HR HR % 1 7:39:00 140 72% 2 7:29:00 157 83% 3 7:36:00 158 84% 4 7:36:00 161 85% 5 7:36:00 161 85% 6 7:48:00 163 86% 7 7:35:00 162 86% 8 7:36:00 164 87% 9 7:39:00 164 87% 10 8:17:00 168 89% 11 7:36:00 169 89% 12 7:45:00 169 89% 13 7:04:00 174 93% 13.1 0:40:00 178 95% Total 99:56:00 162 86% Pace 7:37:43
Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 13.10
Comments From Tom Slick on Sat, Nov 18, 2017 at 13:19:02 from 173.117.202.108 Well done Preston. 1st in AG and 10th overall.The heat up at the beginning through to the end sounded a bit wearisome, but it looks like you were prepared for it and still turned in a great run! What marathon is ahead for you in the near future? From Yasir on Sun, Nov 19, 2017 at 07:26:43 from 99.20.240.16 Great pic Preston its nice to be 150 lbs you are looking fit sir. kool jeep color behind you too. 71 is not ideal for fast running smart move to slow down its just a build up half for your full which you gonna rock. From Rhett on Mon, Nov 20, 2017 at 12:47:48 from 66.185.237.66 It sounds like you made the best of some tough conditions and walked away with1st in your AG!!! Congrats. My favorite line of you post was “I talked to the old guy who won second in my age division.” That’s great that you are pouring salt into the wound of the guy who thought he had won his age group by calling him old when you are in the same AG. LOL From Dan on Mon, Nov 20, 2017 at 19:58:14 from 74.140.172.126 Nice hardware! Way to run in tough conditions. I too am laughing at the old guy comment!!! Well done! From I Just Run on Mon, Nov 20, 2017 at 20:29:59 from 199.38.187.9 I really don't know why they make me run in that age group! From Tom K on Tue, Nov 21, 2017 at 07:14:38 from 47.206.60.114 The Prettiest Race in Texas! Well Done! I'm still amazed at how fast you bounced back from injury. Great Job!

Mon, Nov 20, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 2.00 2.00 0.00 7.00

Back at it after my race on Saturday. What a difference in the weather. Today was great at 49 degrees, 90% humidity, 47 dewpoint and 15 lbs. My legs feel fine as if I hadn't run a race at all. I was going to run only 5 but felt so good I decided to go ahead and run 7. Since I was feeling so good I decided to run the last couple of miles at a littl faster pace. Soon I'll be throwing in some 6's...! :-) I like where my HR was on this run. Mile Time HR 1 8:16:00 132 2 8:11:00 138 3 7:36:00 140 4 7:53:00 148 5 7:46:00 149 6 7:15:00 151 7 7:06:00 159       Total 54:03:00 145 Pace 7:43:17

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Dan on Tue, Nov 21, 2017 at 22:04:46 from 74.140.172.126 Very strong this close to the 1/2- Love when it feels like you have not even raced. Solid work.

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 10.50 0.00 4.00 0.00 14.50

149 HR Average and only 4 seconds per mile different from my Half Marathon last Saturday .... WOW what a difference good weather makes. (55 Degrees, 30% Humidity, Dew Point 30) This was basically an easy run for me except for the last 4 miles where I kicked it up to a consertively hard effort, even hitting a 6 on the last mile. I'm not overly excited about training right now and have had to drag myself out lately but I guess I should set a goal marathon and get a little more serious about this. YOU GUYS HAVE A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING ... !!!   Mile Time HR HR % Max HR 1 7:55:00 130 65%   2 7:56:00 144 74%   3 7:50:00 147 76%   4 7:59:00 148 77% 7:55:00 5 7:47:00 147 76% 142 6 7:50:00 147 76%   7 7:59:00 148 77%   8 7:46:00 145 75% 7:50:30 9 7:54:00 150 78% 147 10 7:56:00 150 78%   11 7:35:00 152 80%   12 7:11:00 155 82% 7:39:00 13 7:06:00 160 85% 152 14 6:54:00 168 89%   .5 Mile Cool-Down         Total 107:38:00 149 78%   Pace 7:41:17

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 14.50

Sat, Nov 25, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

No running today, just decided to bike. 30 miles @ 15 mph.

Trek (Road Bike) Miles: 30.00

Comments From Rhett on Sun, Nov 26, 2017 at 18:23:29 from 66.185.237.66 A nice running break and some cycling is perfect after your recent big race.

Mon, Nov 27, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 8.25 2.00 0.00 0.00 10.25

Nice running today at 48 degrees, 97% humidity, dew point 45, weight 155. Started out slow but after mile 5 I started to feel pretty good. (Mile 4 has a couple of large hills. Very low HR througout the run except for the last where I picked up the pace. Mile Time HR       1 8:43:00 117 2 8:42:00 132 3 8:16:00 134 4 8:40:00 137 5 7:52:00 136 6 8:00:00 135 7 8:02:00 139 8 8:11:00 142 9 7:38:00 143 10 7:20:00 151 .25 mile cool-down     Total 81:24:00 137 Pace 8:08:24

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 10.25

Comments From Dan on Mon, Nov 27, 2017 at 19:01:50 from 74.140.172.126 Progression looks good. As for me sometimes my legs don't wake up for 4 miles - hills or not From Tom K on Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 06:03:05 from 66.87.123.6 This is a good run. I'm looking to get back to the point where I can run 8 Minute miles and then pick up the pace on the last two. Good job. From Tom Slick on Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 17:27:35 from 174.148.213.154 Hey Preston, I have failed to see where you have added anything in your Upcoming Races sections? From I Just Run on Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 06:42:16 from 199.38.187.9 Tom S, That's a good question. I am waiting to see what Callie, my daughter, does at the CIM Marathon this weekend. She is trying to qualify for Boston. Depending what she does will depend on what I do next. Possibly pick a local marathon to qualify myself or target a marathon she and I can both run and try and both try and qualify together. From Tom Slick on Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 09:05:00 from 174.148.251.29 I didn't realize CIM was this weekend? Tell your daughter best of luck from me! Has she done this marathon before? I did CIM last year ('16) and really liked this marathon. Tell her to pick her BQ time and jump in that pace group and enjoy the ride to the finish line. CIM's pacers are really good! From I Just Run on Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 15:34:00 from 107.77.105.56 Thanks Tom, Ill give her that advice. I got burned twice by pacers but I tend to run my marathons a little different than a consistent steady pace. She is more of a steady pace runner so it should be good for her. From Tom Slick on Thu, Nov 30, 2017 at 20:28:34 from 66.87.127.199 Cool! I’ll log in and check her out!

Tue, Nov 28, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

Wanted to run but couldn't this morning so I rode my bike 17 miles in 1 hour this afternoon. The speed is increasing!

Trek (Road Bike) Miles: 17.00

Wed, Nov 29, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 3.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

I was a little tired from biking yesterday evening but the weather was great 63 degrees, 55% humidity, dew point 47 and my weight was 153 to start and 151 at the end. Nice to see a below 8 avg run with only 140 HR. Mile Time HR 1 8:15:00 121 2 8:09:00 137 3 7:43:00 140 4 8:12:00 143 5 8:03:00 144 6 7:41:00 145 7 7:45:00 148       Total 55:48:00 140 Pace 7:58:17

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Wed, Nov 29, 2017 at 09:09:19 from 174.148.251.29 You just continue to get better and better....

Thu, Nov 30, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 16.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 16.25

Wow...wow...wow...Today's run wS a bust! Planned a long run. St arted out not feeling good and it just got worse. Trid to run at about 8:30-8:45 pace and did so for 14 miles then the wheels fell off. I began to feel horrible light headed, feeling dehydrated, hungry and just plain miserable. I wasn't sure I was even going to make it back home the last 2 miles. I jogged, walked and rested several times. I can only remember one other time I felt this bad on a run. Mile Time HR HR % 1 8:34:00 147 76% 2 8:42:00 137 70% 3 8:30:00 141 72% 4 8:32:00 139 71% 5 8:34:00 137 70% 6 8:30:00 136 69% 7 8:45:00 131 65% 8 9:01:00 136 69% 9 8:29:00 132 66% 10 9:01:00 136 69% 11 8:46:00 142 73% 12 8:41:00 143 74% 13 8:30:00 143 74% 14 8:33:00 141 72% 15 10:31:00 128 63% 16 12:55:00 120 58% Total 121:08:00 139 71% Pace 8:39:09

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 16.25

Comments From Tom Slick on Thu, Nov 30, 2017 at 18:03:46 from 174.148.48.180 are you traveling to Sac Town to see your daughters CIM run? From Tom Slick on Thu, Nov 30, 2017 at 18:39:45 from 66.87.127.199 Do you know what your daughters bib number is and does the CIM have runner tracking? From I Just Run on Thu, Nov 30, 2017 at 19:01:33 from 107.77.80.130 Tom, I went in to add myself and was able to add 3 numbers so I added you too. Callie Pfaff 7474 From I Just Run on Thu, Nov 30, 2017 at 19:02:24 from 107.77.80.130 I'm not able to go watch her run. 😥 From Dan on Sat, Dec 02, 2017 at 13:34:47 from 71.203.2.208 Tough run! Hope you are doing much better now. Best of luck to your daughter tomorrow!

Sun, Dec 03, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.25 7.00 0.00 0.00 7.25

Mile Time HR 1 7:49:00 121 2 7:53:00 141 3 7:44:00 146 4 7:39:00 146 5 7:35:00 152 6 7:38:00 156 7 7:00:00 160       Total 53:18:00 146 Pace 7:36:51   Wasn't feeling that great today (but the times are okay) so cut the run to 7. Went to a pro roper's yesterday for a full day of roping instruction so I think I was just tired.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Tue, Dec 05, 2017 at 10:10:03 from 174.148.205.239 IJR - You were probably preoccupied with Callie's race to get into your own run. Callie did very well on her CIM, cutting 5 minutes and 43 seconds off her Revel Mt Charlton marathon time. Even better she cut 31 minutes and 24 seconds from her mary in NYC. Good luck to both of you and I hope to see ya both in The Boston 2019!!!!! From I Just Run on Wed, Dec 06, 2017 at 17:00:55 from 199.38.187.9 Callie was very impressed you knew all her details! I passed on your encouragement... Thanks!

Mon, Dec 04, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.25 7.00 0.00 0.00 7.25

Same run as yesterday but hotter. A little more effort to bring the pace down a couple of seconds per mile. Temps drop tonight and we'll have 30's & 40's for my morning runs for the next few days! (But also supposed to be wet.) 72 degrees (in December!), 87% Humidity, Dew Point 68, Wt Beginning 155 - Ending 152. Mile Time HR HR % 1 7:44:00 130 65% 2 7:39:00 142 73% 3 7:38:00 151 79% 4 7:36:00 152 80% 5 7:44:00 160 85% 6 7:45:00 164 87% 7 6:57:00 168 89%         Total 53:03:00 152 79% Pace 7:34:43

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.25

Comments From Yasir on Mon, Dec 04, 2017 at 20:14:37 from 99.20.240.16 all but sub 7 minutes miles. You are feeling it for sure

Tue, Dec 05, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.25

Just another 7.25 but with an 8:30 target and low HR run. Feeling a bit tired and not confident to jump up to some double diget miles after my 16 mile fail the other day. Finally got some cool weather but it was aweful windy! 57 Degrees, 90% Humidity, Dew Point 54, 25 MPH wind. Mile Time HR 1 8:31:00 125 2 8:29:00 136 3 8:25:00 131 4 8:32:00 140 5 8:32:00 140 6 8:21:00 135 7 8:34:00 137       Total 59:24:00 135 Pace 8:29:09

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.25

Thu, Dec 07, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 9.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 10.00

Man, terrible weater here. Low 40's, windy and rain and sleet for two days. Finally decided to go to the gym and run on the TM. Ran 9 on the TM and went outside and ran 1 in the cold wet weather. 8:15 on the TM and a 7:38 outside.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 10.00

Comments From DLTheo on Thu, Dec 07, 2017 at 19:18:18 from 73.193.35.207 I'm glad one of us is still running around here! YOur weather sounds typical for our winters. We specialize in low 40's with rain. Any races coming up? I see your daughter graduated and got married. Congrats! I'm just too busy to run as much as I'd like, plus my knee that I hurt a few years ago has never gotten fully better. Still try to get in 3-4 days a week. From I Just Run on Fri, Dec 08, 2017 at 07:29:11 from 199.38.187.9 Wow...Good to hear from you DL! Hope you're doing good. Our weather is crazy right now. 80 degrees a couple of days ago, then 40 and rain and now 3-4 inches of snow on the ground last night. I'm thinking about running either the Ft Worth Cowtown or the Woodlands marathons. Trying to stay Boston qualified so Callie and I can run it together when she qualifies. I'm sorry about your knee as I know you love to run! You may already know about my two bike wrecks and two foot operations. They really held me back for a lot of the last couple of years. I'm back but not as strong mentally or physically. Wish you were still blogging! :-) From Tom Slick on Fri, Dec 08, 2017 at 10:44:05 from 174.148.147.129 Sounds like global warming has fallen all over you and yours, grin and bear it and wait 15 minutes cause it will change. Keep Callie training, she only needs to drop 3:15 to get that “BQ” , plus 10 minutes . She was so close at CIM!!! I want to see both of you at the 2019 Boston!!! Injuries sustained in life and running happen, all you can do is get into the best shape and condition as possible and maintain it forever!!! And that’s what I think...😜

Sat, Dec 09, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Ran the small loop today. I sent my Garmin in to have a new battery and the buzzer fixed so I'll be running naked for a few days. Best I could tell it was about an 8 minute place. Weather was great at 43 degrees, 60% humidity and 30 degree dewpoint.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Dan on Sat, Dec 09, 2017 at 18:50:34 from 74.140.172.126 Nice weather! Hey just because you are watch free, I do not recommend a naked run. My 2 cents. From Rhett on Sun, Dec 10, 2017 at 09:05:26 from 66.185.237.66 It sounds like you guys have had some nasty weather. I’m glad it is improving.

Sun, Dec 10, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

In Abilene Texas doing some business. Don't have my Garmin so I'm running by time. Ran 1 hour. At the pace and effort this equates to at least 7 miles. Ran a consistent hard effort on the entire run. Great weather at 40 degree, 53% humidity, and 24 degree dewpoint.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Mon, Dec 11, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 10.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 10.00

Got bit by a dog today!!! Running my normal 10 mile route this morning and a big bulldog runs out from a house chasing me. I scream at him but he keeps coming! I try to dodge him but he jumps, catches and bites me on my thigh through my tights bringing blood. I turn, punch and kick at him and he finally backs off growling but I finally get away! What should I do? (I have a gun and I'm not afraid to use it!) 10 @ 8 minute pace, 50 degrees.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 10.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Mon, Dec 11, 2017 at 10:01:19 from 174.148.187.5 First go and get medical attention, get it cleaned and the punctures and torn flesh sutured, get shots for infection, etc. Call animal control to take this animal off the streets, call the police and get a full report on the incidence. Take lots of photos of your injuries and document the event in writing. If you can locate any witnesses to the event, get them on record, print and photo! Then file a suit against the animals owner against their homeowners insurance. As much as you and I would like to shoot these vicious dogs, do not shoot the beast...let animal control or the police do that! From Tom K on Mon, Dec 11, 2017 at 10:27:17 from 47.206.60.114 Wow! I hope you are okay, dude! From Russ on Mon, Dec 11, 2017 at 12:26:02 from 74.114.3.253 Dang Preston, sorry to hear that! Hope you're okay, and in future you need to run with a rope and either get the head or the back legs, we know you can handle that no problem. Heal quickly (you, and any future dog coming towards you - "heal"!) From I Just Run on Mon, Dec 11, 2017 at 18:06:20 from 199.38.187.9 I contacted Animal Control, they have already made contact with the owner. They said they would let me know within 10 days if I will be foaming at the mouth and going crazy!

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 5.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5.00

5 miles easy pace today. Ran out and back. The dog bite looks okay but is a little bruised. 47 degrees...nice!

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 5.00

Comments From Russ on Tue, Dec 12, 2017 at 13:47:08 from 74.114.3.253 Great temps, good news about the dog bite, hope it continues to be minimal and not impact your running or anything else.

Wed, Dec 13, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 13.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 13.00

I know the distance but have no clue about the pace. Still running without my Garmin. I do know I ran fast a little and slow a lot. It was very cold (32 degrees) when I started. The dog bite is a litrle sore and is bruised all on the side of my thigh.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 13.00

Fri, Dec 15, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

4 Miles at a little harder pace. Still no watch but great cool weather.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Sat, Dec 16, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

4 Miles again, out and back. Medium pace. Still running naked without my Garmin. 6 weeks into my marathon training, 43 miles this week. Need to decide which marathon to run (Ft Worth Cowtown or the Woodlands).

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Sun, Dec 17, 2017 at 16:49:48 from 174.148.17.241 I'd vote for Cowtown, but Cowtown is the only one of the two choices I have done in Texas except for the Dallas White Rock.

Sun, Dec 17, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 7.00 0.00 0.00 14.00

Ran the small loop 2X to make 14 miles. Still don't have my Garmin back from repairs but overall this run was a sub 8:00 average pace. 48 Degrees, 99% Humidity/Foggy, 46 Degree Dew Point.  I really wasn't motivated to get out and do this run but after finishing I was happy with the results. This is the longest run for the coming week and I'm glad it's done.

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 14.00

Comments From Tom Slick on Sun, Dec 17, 2017 at 16:46:06 from 174.148.17.241 Way to getter done! From Rye on Mon, Dec 18, 2017 at 18:13:20 from 75.174.4.167 Nice work Preston. From I Just Run on Tue, Dec 19, 2017 at 16:36:20 from 199.38.187.9 Thanks guys, I'm making progress but at the point where 26 miles still looks really hard! :-)

Tue, Dec 19, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 3.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Ran the small loop clockwise. Looks like summer is back, 65 degrees, 100% humidity, 63 Degree Dewpoint, 3 MPH wind, 155 lbs at the start. Mile Time HR 1 7:48:00 135 2 7:53:00 145 3 7:36:00 146 4 7:49:00 147 5 8:13:00 153 6 7:46:00 151 7 7:33:00 157       Total 54:38:00 148 Pace 7:48:17

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From Rye on Tue, Dec 19, 2017 at 18:48:55 from 97.121.52.157 Stellar run! Jealous of your weather! From I Just Run on Fri, Dec 22, 2017 at 11:57:17 from 199.38.187.9 Still too warm and very humid!

Wed, Dec 20, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

4 easy miles out and back. Much improvement over the last 6 months! Mile Time HR 1 8:30:00 119 2 8:29:00 136 3 8:27:00 134 4 8:20:00 138 Total 33:46:00 132 Pace 8:26:30

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 4.00

Comments From Dan on Wed, Dec 20, 2017 at 17:32:31 from 74.140.172.126 Good running! I see your temps... we're in a heat wave too. 40. :) From Russ on Fri, Dec 22, 2017 at 11:27:42 from 74.114.3.253 Paces are looking great, nicely done! From I Just Run on Fri, Dec 22, 2017 at 11:58:47 from 199.38.187.9 Russ, yes good for a low HR run. Thanks

Fri, Dec 22, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Wrenched my back yesterday and had to skip my run. Today it is still very tight but I ran anyway. Only did 7 easy (8:40 pace). Was suppose to do 14. Ahhhh... hope this back thing goes away quickly!

Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 7.00

Comments From I Just Run on Fri, Dec 22, 2017 at 11:56:43 from 199.38.187.9 75 degrees today! From Dan on Sat, Dec 23, 2017 at 19:36:17 from 74.140.172.126 Man back pain is the worst. Nice 75.... we had 32 and dropping fast

Sun, Dec 24, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 0.25 15.00 0.00 0.00 15.25

Took a day off yesterday since my back was so sore, but it's a little better today so I forced myself to do the long run. As I warmed up the back loosened up. Missed my 10 mile run last week so was a little behind on total miles. This run was fair but on the scale an 8 when it should be a 6. Got to get my confindence up for these longer runs. Funny how it seems so impossible to run 26 at even a faster pace while in training at this point. :-) My weight keeps going down, now it's at 151. This was a comfortable weatherwise running day for me at 62-67 degrees. Mile Time HR HR %   1 8:03:00 136 69%   2 7:36:00 135 68%   3 7:46:00 148 77%   4 7:52:00 153 80%   5 8:12:00 153 80% 7:53:48 6 8:00:00 151 79% 145 7 8:05:00 148 77%   8 7:58:00 153 80%   9 7:52:00 151 79%   10 7:59:00 153 80% 7:58:48 11 7:50:00 152 80% 151 12 7:44:00 153 80%   13 7:45:00 158 84%   14 8:00:00 163 86%   15 7:18:00 163 86% 7:43:24 .25 Mile Cool-Down     158 Total 118:00:00 151 79%   Pace 7:52:00     WT Temp 67 Humidity 37   Dew Point 40 Wind 15 151

Comments From Russ on Sun, Dec 24, 2017 at 23:36:15 from 67.138.48.135 62-67 degrees? I doubt it’s even that warm inside. Actually, not, as we keep our house at 66 in the winter. Sheesh. I think I need to move South. Great run Preston! Funny how the confidence leaves then comes back after a run like this, and the marathon reinforces in our head we can do ridiculous things. I’m jealous of your weight loss. I’m hoping for some, but not seeing anything yet. If I get the miles up, the weight should come down. Merry Christmas! From Tom Slick on Tue, Dec 26, 2017 at 12:02:45 from 66.87.126.234 Very nice splits on that run. Just what is your nutrition plan as it relates to your continued weight loss and good on you for making it work even as we go through the holiday eat everything in sight sindrome. Keep up the great training, it will all pay off in the near future!!!

Tue, Dec 26, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.25

Callie is home for a couple of weeks so I got .to run with her. I really enjoy runnning with someone (especially her) as I never run with anyone else. It reminds me why I started and like to run. She got me to start running 7 years ago. I told her today she probably added 10 years to my life! I'm greatful to her for that. Wer're working on our ultimate "Bucket List" thing to do and that is to run Boston together. Hopefully we both will qualify in '18 and run it in '19 together! This was an easy low HR recovery run for me. Nice cool, foggy, drizzling, 46 degree weather. Mile Time HR 1 9:02:00 123 2 8:39:00 126 3 9:04:00 134 4 8:57:00 134 5 8:26:00 131 6 8:32:00 133 7 8:31:00 136 .25 Mile Cool-Down     Total 61:11:00 131 Pace 8:44:26

Altra Instinct Black Miles: 7.25

Comments From Dan on Thu, Dec 28, 2017 at 17:15:26 from 74.140.172.126 That's a great bucket list, but it is also great that you guys got to run together. Nice job. From I Just Run on Thu, Dec 28, 2017 at 21:07:03 from 199.38.187.9 Thanks Dan! From Tom K on Sun, Dec 31, 2017 at 14:20:45 from 174.58.51.37 That is a great goal! https://youtu.be/SmHeP9Sve48

Wed, Dec 27, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.00

Easy low HR 4 mile run with Callie. It was cood, windy and wet! Mile Time HR 1 8:48:00 120 2 8:14:00 130 3 8:26:00 126 4 8:29:00 138       Total 33:57:00 129 Pace 8:29:15   Temp 38

Altra Instinct Black Miles: 4.00

Fri, Dec 29, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.00

Ran again with Callie. Nice cool weather at 41 degrees!  LHR run...very comfortable. Mile Time HR 1 8:37:00 155 2 8:52:00 132 3 8:19:00 134 4 8:27:00 133 5 8:44:00 138 6 8:29:00 137 7 8:16:00 140 .25 Mile Cool-Down     Total 59:44:00 138 Pace 8:32:00

Altra Instinct Black Miles: 7.00

Comments From Rye on Fri, Dec 29, 2017 at 11:09:38 from 75.174.10.109 Nicely done .......good company as well:) From Russ on Fri, Dec 29, 2017 at 22:49:48 from 174.208.31.200 Nice to run with your daughter, very cool. And we ran in the same temps today! Only difference I’m sure is that I had to dress down for my warm winter run, and you had to dress up for your cold winter run. Very interesting comparison. Happy running tomorrow! From Dan on Sat, Dec 30, 2017 at 21:52:20 from 74.140.172.126 Glad you guys have been able to run together, that is a huge blessing.

Sun, Dec 31, 2017

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 7.70 0.00 0.00 0.00 7.70

Happy New Year My Friends!!! Blustery day of running with a wind chill of 32 degrees. 18 MPH wind and 40 Degrees, 87% Humidity, 34 Degree Dewpoint. You guys from the north are probably laughing at us but we were COLD!!! 7.7 miles with Callie to make her 1100 miles for the year. Not so many for me. :-(   Mile Time HR 1 8:32:00 131 2 8:49:00 141 3 8:18:00 142 4 7:58:00 145 5 8:52:00 146 6 8:30:00 141 7 8:44:00 146 7.7 5:42:00 149 Total 65:25:00 143 Pace 8:29:44

Altra Instinct Black Miles: 7.70

Comments From Tom Slick on Mon, Jan 01, 2018 at 10:36:50 from 174.148.107.169 Happy New Year Preston to you and yours! I'm gunna bet that you are going to get in many many more miles in 2018 as your health continues to improve! Oh by the way, what are your running plans for 2018? From Rye on Mon, Jan 01, 2018 at 11:50:38 from 75.174.47.15 Happy New Year Preston From Russ on Tue, Jan 02, 2018 at 09:42:52 from 74.114.3.253 Happy New Year! Yes, I'm laughing at you and your "cold" 32 degree windchill. I normally kill for finding that sort of warmth this time of year. But I've also realized that because the cold is part of my life, I continue to buy the gear I need to run all year and stay warm. And you, my friend, don't have that need, so I fully appreciate you were both freezing your tails off. Great job getting it done! From I Just Run on Tue, Jan 02, 2018 at 17:44:39 from 199.38.187.9 Happy New Year to you guys too! Thanks for all the encouragement over the last year. You're one of the big reasons I keep running. The only race plans I have this year is either the Cowtown Marathon Ft Worth or The Woodlands outside Houston. Going for another BQ. Besides that I don't have any as I'm not in shape or mind frame to shoot for a PR at any distance and that seems to be what motivates me. As far as the weather goes, I think I'm actually liking this cold weather better than the hot. If I can keep my hands and feet warm I seem to run and feel much better. Just hard to take the first step out the door! :-)

Totals

Easy Miles Marathon Pace Miles Threshold Miles VO2 Max Miles Total Distance 607.20 139.25 22.00 2.00 770.45

Altra-Instinct-Blue Miles: 154.75 Altra - Instinct Miles: 41.00 Trek (Road Bike) Miles: 145.00 Altra Instinct Dark Blue Miles: 509.60 Altra Instinct Black Miles: 25.95