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Location:

UT,

Member Since:

Oct 14, 2008

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Age Division Winner

Running Accomplishments:

85 marathons, 5 times Utah Grand Slam finisher (division winner twice).

7 Bostons (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016).

Two 50Ks, one 50 miler (Pony Express).

A handful of AG wins in all distance races.

Marathon PR: 3:57:09 (Boston'08)

Half Marathon PR: 1:48:41 (Bryce Canyon '11)

10K PR: 47:50 (Spectrum 10K '09)

5K PR: 22:31 (Nestle 5K '08)

Short-Term Running Goals:

2017 Races:

June 10 - Utah Valley Marathon (5:13:43)

June 24 - Morgan Valley Marathon (5:49:01)

July 8 - Hobbler Half (2:19:37, 2nd AG)

July 24 - Temple to Temple 5K (27:43)

July 29 - Timp Half (2:08:01, 3rd AG)

Aug 26 - Mt. Nebo Marathon (5:16:16, 3rd AG)

Sep 16 - Huntsville Marathon (4:48:53)

Oct 7 - St. Geroge Marathon (4:57:11)

Nov 4 - Canyon City Marathon (5:30:07)

2018 Races:

Jan 13 - St. George Half (2:19:45, 3rd AG)

Mar 3 - The Woodlands Marathon (5:01:35)

Apr 6-7 - Ragnar So. California

June 1-2 - Ragnar Wasatch Back

June 9 - Utah Valley Marathon (5:19:22)

June 30 - Morgan Valley Half

Sep 1 - Pocatello Marathon (6:00:43)

Sep 15 - Huntsville Marathon (5:37:08)

Oct 6 - St. George Marathon (5:25:43)

Oct 20 - SoJo Marathon (5:29:23)

2019 Races:

June 1 - Utah Valley Marathon (5:44:24)

June 22 - Morgan Valley Marathon (6:15:13)

Aug 31 - Pocatello Marathon (5:38:47)

Sep 14 - Big Cottonwood Marathon (6:03:51)

Oct 5 - St. George Marathon (5:57:46)

Oct 12 - SoJo Marathon (5:55:45)

2020 Races:

Jan 18 - St. George Half (2:38:28)

Feb 15 - Sun Marathon (5:51:54)

May 5 - Conquer Covid-19 Virtual Marathon (5:49:07)

May 16 - Clear Creek Canyon Half Marathon (2:32:15)

May 25 - Utah Valley Virtual Marathon (5:33:110

June 9 - Independence Run Virtual Marathon (5:55:22)

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run happy and healthy all the days of my life. Be an example and inspiration to my family.

Personal:

I'm 64, retired RN, happily married, nana to 14 beautiful grandchildren, mother to 6 children (1 daughter, 5 sons) who are kind, hardworking, caring, wonderful people! Wish they live closer!!! :) :) :)

Picked up running in 2005 at age 50, to stay healthy so I can take care of my husband who had endocarditis resulting in AVR and MVR in 2004, end stage renal failure in 2014, kidney transplant on Dec 30, 2015. Six months after the kidney transplant, we discovered that he has a rare auto-immune disease that was probably triggered in 2004 with then the undiagnosed infective endocarditis. The doctors had to make up a name for this rare disease, Monoclono Gammopathy with Renal Significance (MGRS). It is not curable. After desperately trying different chemotherapies, the doctor finally found one immuno-therapy, Daratumamab, that works to treat the MGRS. It is a miracle!!!

Grateful for the gift of life, blessings, dear friends and loved ones!!! Thankful for the ability to move, walk, jog, and yes run!!!!

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Saucony Guide ISO Wide Lifetime Miles:						311.91
Saucony Guide ISO Lifetime Miles:						313.31
Sacony Guide ISO (2) Lifetime Miles:						225.26
Altra Torin (sz 7) Lifetime Miles:						44.49
Saucony Guide 10 (2020) Lifetime Miles:						60.91

Fri, Jun 26, 2009

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
13.00	3.25	0.00	0.00	16.25

Went to bed very late since getting home from my nieces' duo piano recital at BYU late. That was the most outstanding piano performance I've ever been to. They received standing ovations from the audience who almost filled the entire Madsen Recital Hall to capacity. They are graduating with a Master of Music Degree in Piano Performance. I am so proud of these two sisters, Sarah and Seidi...I just have to brag.

Slept in till 6:30 am. Was so tired that I didn't prepare well for the long run this morning. Found a pair of old socks (mistake #1 ) and the dirtiest of the 3 pair rotating shoes (mistake #2). Wore sleeveless top, cap and sunglasses, took fuel belt with water, couple of energy bars and mixed a bottle of gatorade (32 oz). Ate breakfast of banana, Kashi cereal w/ milk and drank EmergenC plus water.

Sky was overcast when I got to the JRP. There was a small group of scouts doing a troop version of Sprint Triathlon. The river is a swelling green. They had names written on their arms. Temp was in the low 60's, breezy. I got warmed up pretty quick so I took off my cap. I felt lots of energy in my legs so I ran the uphill strong. At the top (mile 5), I saw a family of 3 cyclists getting ready for the bike ride. I would pass them every mile or so when they stopped to make adjustment.

It started to rain at mile 6, so I put my cap back on. At around mile 9, I could feel a hot spot on my left foot. My shoes and socks were totally wet. I did not have any dry socks to change into. By mile 10, the sun has come out, I put on my sunglasses and hope for the best. By mile 13, the ball of my left foot by the big toe was burning. I knew a blister has formed. With 3 more miles to go, I just pushed hard to end the agony.

Drank water at mile 4, 7, 13, 15. Drank 22 oz gatorade and ate one small energy bar at mile 10.25. 16.25 miles in 2:33:15. Splits: 10:02, 9:14, 9:08, 10:03, 9:55, 8:57, 9:28, 9:39, 9:30, 9:56, 9:41, 9:21, 9:15, 9:11, 8:53, 8:46, 8:26. AP: 9:25.

Took an ice bath while drinking a can of chocolate royale Slimfast. Bandaged up the nasty blister about the size of a quarter. My house is a disaster. I need to do some major cleaning since I'm having company this weekend. Sarah is getting married tomorrow. It's gonna be so nice to see all the family visitng from all over.

Have a GREAT WEEKEND everyone!!!

Mizuno Inspire 4 Sz 6.5 (A) Miles: 16.25

Night Sleep Time: 6.00	Nap Time: 0.00	Total Sleep Time: 6.00	Weight: 0.00

Comments

From jun on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 16:56:29 from 66.239.250.209

Way to stick it out super-champ. That sounds like a tough run. I know the route you took and I really enjoy it. That big hill is a good one.

Enjoy the weekend. I hope the weather holds for you.

From Smooth on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 17:14:25 from 71.36.83.181

jun,

THANKS! The run was actually very enjoyable if not for the painful blister. I will learn to wear better shoes and socks on my next long run.

Me and some of the bloggers have run this route quite a few times on many Saturdays. We meet at the 1500 N access by the old bridge and run up North close to Redwood Rd (by Camp Williams), it's a 10 mile round trip. Then we'd head south for whatever miles we need. You should join us sometimes when you're not trail running.

From Teena on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 17:39:23 from 67.177.20.13

Nice run Smooth. You really are tough. :) Sorry about your blister ... that stinks.

Please don't over do things this weekend ... I know you ... try and enjoy your guests instead of feeling like you need to cater to their every need.

I love you!!!

(and miss you tons)

From Smooth on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 18:43:40 from 71.36.83.181

THANKS Teena, I need to hire a maid. LLL

From JulieC on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 18:58:19 from 71.32.227.186

Look at those splits, faster with everyone by the end, you finished strong despite the soggy feet : D

From Bec on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 19:45:30 from 67.177.35.60

Smooth,

Take care of those blisters. Way to get out this morning and being so dedicated. It was beautiful running weather, and the mountains were breathtaking this morning. Good luck with everything that you have going on this weekend.

From Kathie on Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 20:12:42 from 207.155.176.10

Today did look great for a run! Sorry about the blisters. If you feel a hot spot coming on you can put chapstick on it an it will prevent a blister...this is why Kimmy will never use my chapstick!

From AmberG on Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 00:05:13 from 64.255.88.143

Nice Run Smooth. You are one dedicated Woman!! Hope the blister heals fast and hope you enjoy your weekend festivities and your company. Sounds like fun. I also need to hire a maid :) At least to do my laundry, it's never-ending.

Way to get your long run in!!!

From DonGardinero on Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 18:30:19 from 75.162.101.169

Smoothie, you should run an ultra. You'd do great!!!

From leslie peterson on Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 20:37:03 from 63.226.105.150

Nice run, sorry about the stinky blister!!! You sure have a full wonderful life!!

From Smooth on Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 23:52:46 from 71.36.70.115

Julie,

THANKS! It was great running in the rain.

Bec,

Tons of family in town. Have to start cooking again. :)

Kathie,

You're too funny! I've used chapsticks on hot spot before. Just didn't have any with me.

Amber,

I hope it heals fast too. At least I don't have a race next week. :)

Dale,

Have to conquer 26.2 first. You, on the other hand, are SUPER on running ultra.

Leslie,

THANKS! My life is like feast and famine. When the family comes home, it's FULL. I LOVE my life, wouldn't change it for anything...am very blessed. :)

From Maurine/Tarzan on Sun, Jun 28, 2009 at 21:12:33 from 97.117.78.253

Sorry to hear about your blister, but a great run. I'm glad you had lots of company and enjoyed it. Did you notice you did a 'marathon' of easy miles this week?

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