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Member Since:

Dec 31, 2007

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Marathon Finish

Running Accomplishments:

I'm new to running scene.  My father, brother and brother-in-law have all ran marathons, so I thought I'd give running a try.

First 1/2 ( Hurricane 1/2 May 3, 2008) 2:04

2nd 1/2 (Bryce Canyon 1/2 July 19th) 2:09

Coming off an injury (Excuses, Excuses!!)

Short-Term Running Goals:

Get some 5K's, 10K's and a few half marathons under my belt. Stay injury free to run the 2009 St. George Marathon.

Long-Term Running Goals:

2009 STG Marathon!!!!!!!!!!

Personal:

 1 daughter who want to be a runner.  She wants to be fast like her  uncle and grandpa, not slow like her mom.

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Fri, Apr 11, 2008
Total Distance
5.00

It was quite windy this morning and a little chilly, but I felt good.  Didn't have to push the stroller today which was nice.  Although, I have noticed that with pushing the stroller I am getting stronger and faster (not alot, but enough for now). 

Happy to be running!!

Comments
From Kim on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 12:32:13

I just looked through your last few months. It looks like you are doing very well! Your race in March sounds like it was beautiful! I think it is great that you can get out and run with your daughter in a stroller! That takes a lot of effort! Like you say, it is making you stronger and faster! Did you put your name in for the St. George Marathon yet? I'm hoping to run it for my first marathon this year also.

From slowpoke on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 12:50:43

Thank you for your comment. I absolutely hated pushing the stroller at first, but I also need to run, so I did it and am used to it now and don't mind it so much anymore.

I am planning on signing up for the marathon, just have to wait until payday. Running gets expensive, but well worth it!!!

Thanks again. Happy running!!!

From Little Bad Legs on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 13:06:46

Nice week! This has been one of your best since you started, right? Most consistent and highest mileage. Nice job!

From slowpoke on Fri, Apr 11, 2008 at 16:20:27

Most consistent and I definately am feeling better and better. I am sure pretty close on miles also, especially after the 10k tomorrow morning (yep, pushing daughter on that one).

Dad and I are doing 13 on monday so that I am ready for the Hurricane 1/2. I am excited for that. Dad may not be able to run so slow though.

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