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Location:

Snoqualmie,WA,

Member Since:

Jan 31, 2008

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

Marathon PR: 4:17 at Portland Marathon, Oct. 2007

5K PR 24:37 2009

10K PR 52:58 2010

Have run 22 marathons to date.

No injuries, ever. :)

Short-Term Running Goals:

Qualify for Boston (4:05 for my age/gender) - or, perhaps, to use my desire for a BQ as a way to get in the hated speed work so I don't just get slower and slower over the years. This goal is "under (re)construction" right now, until I figure out whether it is truly what I want. :)

Long-Term Running Goals:

To continue learning about myself and about running, and to enjoy being a fit, happy runner for life. To always know why I am running and the best way to get the most (both mentally and physically) out of my runs. To keep a sense of humor and remain optimistic about myself as a runner. To enjoy running more and more with every passing year.

Personal:

Baby boomer generation. Jogged a little in my 20's and 30's. Started running seriously in 2002. Low-carb runner since January 2010.

I love long runs and cold, cloudy weather. I don't believe in "junk miles." I am an optimist. I adore dark chocolate, fog, my family, and knitting -- not necessarily in that order.

"As every runner knows, running is about more than just putting one foot in front of the other; it is about our lifestyle and who we are." -- Joan Benoit Samuelson

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Brooks ST3 Lifetime Miles:						891.35
Vibram Five Fingers KSO Lifetime Miles:						23.77
Brooks ST3 II Lifetime Miles:						965.17
Lunaracers II Lifetime Miles:						198.23
Mizuno Wave Universe 3 Lifetime Miles:						104.14
Asics Piranha Lifetime Miles:						536.83
RunAmocs (Softstar) Lifetime Miles:						16.23
Piranha II Lifetime Miles:						219.53

Tue, May 12, 2009

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
2.78	0.00	0.00	0.00	2.78

Easy run. 39F, showers and breezy.

Pretty good run. When I realized how good my legs felt today, I wished I'd headed out a little earlier, but there's always tomorrow! And I do have to still keep things easy.

Spirit of the Marathon is now available in "watch instantly" mode on Netflix. (Free to Netflix members.) I saw a bit of it last night. There are parts of the movie I really dislike. I won't tell you which in case it might ruin it for any who haven't seen it yet. It's probably just me anyway. I do love the way the movie was put together, the music, the Deena parts (of course), and the final scenes that show the actual marathon.

Going downstairs to do some abs and upper body now.

Saucony Progrid Ride Miles: 2.78

Comments

From Carolyn in Colorado on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 12:10:44 from 198.241.217.15

Hooray for good legs! I'm sure your next run will be even better.

From Metcalf Running on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 12:14:24 from 207.225.192.66

Looks like you are recovering very well. I'm sure it will just keep getting better and better!

From april27 on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 22:09:37 from 99.188.251.180

Is the movie more of a documentary?

From Snoqualmie on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 08:14:45 from 67.171.56.164

Yes, April, it is a documentary. It follows 6 people as they prepare for and then run the Chicago marathon, giving historical marathon information along the way. Some of the most notable marathon runners of modern history are also interviewed. It is really put together quite beautifully.

From Tracy on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 09:29:26 from 209.175.177.37

I just read your race report, but decided to put my comments here because you are so inspiring!

It seems that you've used the time since your race to reflect and pick yourself up. I love that. You're just moving on with such grace!

It's always nice to see such a strong, courageous runner! I look forward to your next race report--it'll be a good one!

From rattletrap on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 09:31:21 from 24.19.93.139

You're right, the movie was put together very well. It is definitely worth watching. I saw it in the theater with some friends and I've been waiting for it to come out on DVD.

From Snoqualmie on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 10:19:24 from 67.171.56.164

Thanks so much for your encouragement, Tracy. I love running so much; I certainly won't let one bad day spoil everything. It still bothers me in the same way that a bad marathon 2 years ago bothers me: it's a waste of an opportunity and a ding in my pride. Thanks again for the comment. :)

Rattletrap - That must have been fun to see it with friends.

From rattletrap on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 10:48:54 from 75.216.172.126

It was fun, but they still think I'm crazy :)

From april27 on Thu, May 14, 2009 at 11:02:29 from 99.188.251.180

I will have to check out the movie...maybe it will make me want to run a marathon...LOL plus it helps that it is in myhome town!

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