My Running Log

I ran my yearly July 4 10K in Provo. I was really psyched for this race, but my performance didn't go as well as I hoped. They changed the course a bit, so it had a slightly net elevation loss. But my time was two minutes slower. It seems like most runners' times were 1 or 2 minutes slow than last year, so maybe it was the humidity. For me, I was wearing lighter shoes and no watch in an attempt to offset the extra 6 pounds I was carrying on my torso and my lower fitness level.

I felt pretty good in the race. But I just couldn't push myself very hard mentally. I didn't push myself into the next gear that I know I have. Not sure why I couldn't get myself there. But it was fun anyway. I love the festive spirit.

There was only one complaint with the race, but I'll keep that to myself.

I'm going for 50 miles this week. It will be harder if our baby comes this week, but that's still my goal. 

Too busy these days...but six miles...enough to get by.

Ran one mile to restaurant to pick up dinner.

My wife has our baby girl today. Beautiful little angel. 

AM - Ran 11 miles on the Jordan River Parkway while my wife took a nap at the hospital. Each mile was under 8:00 pace. Nice and muggy outside.

PM - Ran 8 miles on the treadmill at home. Trying to see if I can still hit my mileage goal for the week.

I ran 17 miles today (after 19 yesterday). 13 miles in the afternoon and then needed to help with the kids. And then 4 miles of intervals in the evening. Felt pretty decent at the end, which was a pleasant surprise.

As of Friday morning, I had 14 miles for the week. But I was able to finish off the week strongly and finished with 50 miles, which was the goal. I'm really proud of sticking with that goal, even though it was a challenge. I need to consistently get 50+ mile weeks if I'm going to reach my goals the rest of the year.

Next week my plan is at least 50 again.