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Location:

UT,United States

Member Since:

Apr 05, 2010

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

"PRIOR PREPRATION PREVENTS PISS POOR PERFORMANCE"

Best running times:

5K - 17:45, Nestle, 2008

10K - 43:34, Des News, 2008

1/2 Marathon - 1:32:50, Provo 1/2, 1999

Full Marathon - 3:21:26, St. George, 1999

Best Boston Marathon: 3:29:57, 2006

I  RAN AND COMPLETED MY 12/12/60th BIRTHDAY CHALLENGE. 12 MARATHONS IN 12 MONTHS  (FEB 5,2011 - FEB 19, 2012)

ST GEORGE MARATHON(14)    1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2019 (14)

THE BOSTON MARATHON(14)  2000, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, (14)

DESERET NEWS MARATHON,(4)  2004, 2005, 2006, 2011 (4)

OGDEN MARATHON(3)  2004, 2005, 2011, 2022 (4)

PARK CITY MARATHON(6)  2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011

TOP OF UTAH MARATHON(4)  2004, 2005, 2007, 2011.

UTAH VALLEY MARATHON(3)  2010, 2011, 2021.

THE COWTOWN MARATHON(1)  2011

THE HOOVER DAM MARATHON (1)    2011

THE DALLAS WHITE ROCK MARATHON(1)   2011

THE SURF CITY USA MARATHON(2)    2012, 2013

THE LOST DUTCHMAN MARATHON(1)   2012

THE LAYTON MARATHON,(1)  2013

THE MT NEBO MARATHON,(1)  2014

THE ATHENS GREECE AUTHENTIC MARATHON (1), NOV 8, 2015

THE GREEN BAY MARATHON (1), JUNE 22 2016

THE CIM (1), DEC 4, 2016

THE HUNTSVILLE "FULL MONTE" MARATHON (2), 2017 & 2019

 

 

64 MARATHONS, From 1998 until 2022  W/ ZERO DNFS

1st Marathon, St. George Marathon, OCTOBER 3, 1998. 

64 total Marathons, The Ogden Marathon, May  2022.

169 OVERALL RACES (5Ks, 10Ks, 1/2s, Full Marathons & Tris) SINCE JUNE 4, 1998 UNTIL TODAY. (ZERO-DNF'S)

 

"PAY ME NOW OR PAY ME LATER"

Short-Term Running Goals:

RUN A 17:00 5K

RUN A 38:00 10K

RUN A 90:00 1/2 MARY

RUN A SUB 3 HR FULL MARY (I know I will never hit this one, but I will keep on trying)

RUN THE BOSTON MARATHON, AT LEAST ONE MORE TIME IN 2022! 

"THERE WILL BE DAYS THAT I DON'T KNOW IF I CAN RUN A MARATHON, BUT THERE WILL ALSO BE A LIFE TIME KNOWING THAT I HAVE!"

Long-Term Running Goals:

 

2021 RUNNING RACE SCHEDULE: (STILL SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

1. UTAH VALLEY MARATHON, (3rd plc AD) 5 JUNE '21

2. UTAH VALLEY 5k, (1st plc AD), JUNE 2021

3. SANDY CITY 4th of JULY CLASSIC 5K, (3rd plcAD), 3 JULY '21

4. UNIVERSITY OF UTAH HOMECOMING 5K, U5K, (1st plc AD) 9/18/'21

5. SANDY CITY TURKEY TROT & VETERANS DAY 5K, (1st plc AD), 11/13/'21

6. Midnight Madness 5K, 12/31/2021, (1st plc AD)

 

                                
2022 race schedule:

1. The Ogden Marathon, May 21,'22, 5th in Age Division 

2.  Sandy City 4th of July 5k, (29:37) (Age Div 1st plc)

3.  Sandy City Balloon Fest 5k, (30:51) ( 1st plc Age Div)

 

GOALS.....My goal is to be an Age Division Winner and a Boston Marathon Qualifer & Participant as long as I can run this short, fat, tired old man body down the road!!!  This gettin' old crap isn't for the weak of heart, mind, body or spirit!

 

 

 

 

Personal:

 

"IMPROVISE, ADAPT & OVERCOME"

I'm still alive after all these years, All "71 yrs" of them and I'm continuing to live my dreams and I'm doing it my way! Retired Former State of Utah Police Criminal Investigator & United States ARMY O&I Sergeant! 

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Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 0.00
T-1 Lifetime Miles: 928.65
P2 Lifetime Miles: 233.50
P2a Lifetime Miles: 978.15
Other Lifetime Miles: 806.47
P2.5 Lifetime Miles: 392.45
P2.12 Altra Provision Lifetime Miles: 232.50
T-3 Lifetime Miles: 368.41
IQ Lifetime Miles: 414.75
IQ2 Lifetime Miles: 295.79
IQ 3 Lifetime Miles: 153.55
IQ 4 Lifetime Miles: 93.94
IQ 5 Lifetime Miles: 64.31
IQ 6 Lifetime Miles: 31.13
Total Distance
1607.51
BA9 Miles: 380.21BAA!0 Miles: 161.67BNN Miles: 86.10BA0 Miles: 46.50B9-10 Miles: 276.81BA NYC Miles: 289.32NBA9 Miles: 196.50NYC 1 Miles: 7.10
Total Distance
0.00

Happy New Year!

Total Distance
16.00

16 easy long run miles today on the PRT.......

I submitted my application for the 2012 ING New York City Marathon, this morning! 

 

BA9 Miles: 16.00
Comments
From MarcE on Tue, Jan 03, 2012 at 15:49:06 from 204.16.82.120

Nice start to the new year. New York should be lots of fun. I'll get there one of these years.

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 03, 2012 at 21:33:34 from 69.171.160.97

Thanks Marc! 16s just a drop in the bucket, but a good place to start! Someday I'll get to Chicago, it's on my list just like NYC.

Total Distance
4.00

Got out and followed up a 16 miler with a 4 mile easy run this am. I think my training/recovery is coming along rather well considering I ran my last marathon only 30 days ago and I'm just 33 days out from my next marathon.

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From allie on Tue, Jan 03, 2012 at 18:34:39 from 97.75.165.156

marathon man. nice work.

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 03, 2012 at 19:24:46 from 69.171.160.97

Oh Allie, you say the nicest things!

From Simmbad on Tue, Jan 03, 2012 at 21:12:39 from 67.199.180.82

Thanks for checking in on me Slick. Hope you have a great year of racing. Good luck on your next marathon.

From Teena Marie on Wed, Jan 04, 2012 at 13:00:10 from 207.47.80.154

Looks like 2012 is going to be a great one for you!!!! :)

From Tom Slick on Wed, Jan 04, 2012 at 15:00:42 from 69.171.160.187

TEENA M - I'm going to really cut back in 2012 on marathons, probably only 5 or maybe 6 at the most. The birthday challenge will be over in february and then I'll focus in on quality rather than quantity....

Total Distance
6.00

6 more miles on the road to Surf City USA - 32 days!

BAA!0 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
4.00

31 days till Surf City......Wow, I'm almost back to Taper time.

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
4.20

As I left my home this morning for a 6 mile training run, as I hit the two lane black top I quickly decided that I was going to do a difficult hill run instead at a shorter distance of 4.2 miles. This particular hill is my favorite hill to train on, especially getting ready for the Boston Marathon in April. It's my favorite hill to hate. I have a real Love / Hate thing for running the last miles of Wasatch Blvd where it empties out on 17th East and 11400 South.

In the beginning of the run up to 2 miles the elevation goes from 4714 feet to 5114 feet in vertical increase at an average of 7% incline. Thats a 400 foot vertical increase at 7% in 1.5 miles. Then at the 2 mile turn around I run down the same hill. I'm gunna have to go back and review my garmin data about the mole hill at Boston called Heart Break Hill.

30 days till the Surf City USA Marathon......and the marathon is sold out!

 

 

BNN Miles: 4.60
Total Distance
0.00

It's a snow day.........

Comments
From RAD on Sat, Jan 07, 2012 at 18:04:12 from 98.202.23.178

Enjoy the snow day! You earned it after climbing that 'mole hill' yesterday :)

Total Distance
20.00

Hey Ms. RAD, I really enjoyed my snow day off yesterday and my 20 miler today was a pretty fun run too. When I left the house it was 26 degrees (it's only 31 now) and I was bundled up like "Little Randy" on A Christmas Story.  It was a bit cold and the roads were partly covered with snow and Ice. At least the wind was little or none and didn't need to be contended with. And just for fun the sun came out form behind the partly cloudy skies ever once in awhile.......so, all in all it was a pretty good day to grab an easy long run!

27 days till Surf City USA Marathon.

41 days till The Lost Dutchman Marathon.

98 days till The Boston Marathon.

BA9 Miles: 20.00
Comments
From timp on Mon, Jan 09, 2012 at 20:49:16 from 99.110.188.230

great miles Slick!

Total Distance
4.00

nice four mile run at Sugar House Park.......training recovery is well underway for Surf City/Lost Dutchman.

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
7.00

7 mile training run at the Sugar House Park....Cold but a very nice run.

Comments
From timp on Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 14:49:34 from 144.188.24.29

how cold is cold, Slick? nice run!

From MarcE on Fri, Jan 13, 2012 at 01:30:57 from 204.16.82.120

Looks like you're ramping up the miles again!

From Tom Slick on Fri, Jan 13, 2012 at 18:08:55 from 69.171.160.46

TimP - Cold is like 18 degrees to start......

Marc - it seems as though the effects of the last marathon are wearing off and it's becoming a pleasurable thing to get out and run....the spring and bounce are back.... only 23 days till Surf City USA, the Super Bowl and my next birthday!

From timp on Sat, Jan 14, 2012 at 09:51:14 from 99.110.188.230

wow -yeah that's cold

Total Distance
4.00

4 miles at Sugar House in the AM....

BNN Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
4.00

4 more aqm miles at the Sugar House Park.

BA0 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
4.00

Rest day 4 miler. Getting ready to do my last somewhat long run before the beginning of taper time going into the Surf CityUSA marathon....

Good Luck to all you marathoners doing the Houston Marathon on Sunday! Marcie, MarcE and Lito........

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
16.00

OK, I just got done doing the last  longest run in my plan to get me to Surf City USA. Now it all down hill through taper time (again) to race day!!!!!!

BNN Miles: 16.00
Total Distance
0.00

Perfect day for a rest....Snow day!

I checked my status with the ING NYC Marathon and they say, "I'm in".  Now I have to go find a  room and a flight! This is getting exciting, another new marathon in a another state! And this one is one of the World Majors!

Comments
From timp on Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 16:24:07 from 144.188.24.25

cool - I didn't know that this will be your first time running NYC. awesome!

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 16:48:49 from 69.171.160.202

TimP - I wish that I had entered and ran NYC many years ago! But here I am now and I'm going to be there this November! Thanks for looking in on me!

From timp on Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 17:47:46 from 144.188.24.25

yeah I wish I would have signed up when I qualified the first time -- before the price skyrocketed...

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 18:37:24 from 69.171.160.202

TimP - Ya, the price of everything is beyond belief! $255.00 entry fee just to start? This is going to be an expensive marathon to run!I will probably only run this one once!

Total Distance
6.00

6 more training miles on my way to Surf City USA......19 days. 33 days till the Dutchman, 90 days till Boston!!!!! tyi.....

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 23:06:51 from 174.27.210.108

Seriously, I have no idea how you do it!! :)

From Smooth on Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 23:52:43 from 75.162.95.99

I checked out Surf City and Lost Dutchman, two very sweet marathons nicely spaced in your training for Boston!

Here's to another great marathon year, Slickster! :)

From Tom Slick on Wed, Jan 18, 2012 at 14:15:33 from 69.171.160.6

Teena Baby - it's just one foot in front of the other gettin' down the road......you know the routine all too well!

Smooth - I'm hoping to do at least half as many marathons in 2012 as I did in 2011. I'm looking to reclaim my "Life".

I know there is more to it than just running, training for running and sleeping to get rested up for more running!!!!!

Total Distance
4.00

Wow, it was 39 degrees this morning for my 4 miler at Sugar House Park. I'm already getting into my taper this time around. I've had enough time between marathons this time around to get in some meaningful training and have a regular taper time!!!!!!Wahooo!

B9-10 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From DaleG on Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 00:34:12 from 152.216.3.5

Pretty cool!!!

Total Distance
4.00

17 days till Surf City USA......

Went for a 4 mile tempo run today. Wow, it was 48 degrees, cloudy, little or no wind, very humid and really nice to train in!!!!!

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From Smooth on Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 21:51:16 from 75.162.95.99

It was unbelievably nice running weather for middle of Jan in Utah, huh!

NICE Tempo Run! you are so ready to rock Surf City! do you have a time goal?

From Tom Slick on Fri, Jan 20, 2012 at 13:43:40 from 69.171.160.101

Smooth - Yes it was a fine training day. I think that I will continue on with aiming myself for a sub 4 hour Surf City USA. If I get there and I feel really good and think that stepping it up to a 3:30:00 is there without harming myself for the Lost Dutchman two weeks later, I'll go for it. If not I'lll just do the 3:59:59 if I can!

From Smooth on Fri, Jan 20, 2012 at 14:00:06 from 75.162.95.99

Sounds like a good plan! You DA PRO!!! :)

Total Distance
6.00

Wow, if you liked yesterdays weather then you must have liked todays too....no wind, 50 degrees, just a little sunshine, lots of clouds. Got out around noon for a 6 miler to finish out the first of three weeks of taper........16 days till Surf City USA.

BA0 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
0.00

Oh yes, a well deserved taper rest day...thats what today is! 15 days till the Surf City USA Marathon and another 14 days and its the Lost Dutchman marathon. Life is good, keep running long and strong! 

 

 

Comments
From timp on Sat, Jan 21, 2012 at 11:37:45 from 99.110.188.230

right on Slick!

Total Distance
12.00

14 days till Surf City USA......Got out this am and rolled out a 12 miler to start the second week of taper. Not to bad for running conditions, there was a slight breeze, 29 degrees under mostly clear skies where the sun was shining through..........

BA9 Miles: 12.00
Comments
From allie on Sun, Jan 22, 2012 at 19:50:07 from 97.126.211.101

somehow you avoided the ice? nice running, and good luck with the taper leading up to surf city!

From Tom Slick on Sun, Jan 22, 2012 at 20:04:35 from 69.171.160.247

Oh Ms. Allie, some days you just get lucky! Mine was today.

From RAD on Mon, Jan 23, 2012 at 11:15:01 from 98.202.23.178

it seemed a bit cold, but nice otherwise! Glad you got out to enjoy it!

Total Distance
0.00

No run today! Guess I missed the poor weather again. It rainy and windy and uckey out there. But by the looks of things I'm gunna have to get out in the crap Tuesday (tomorrow). Oh well, what you see is what you get! Getter done!

OK, here we go, my favorite part of running marathons.....the weather watch! It's 13 days till Surf City USA and the weather gypsies say 47 degrees overnight of the 4th and 69 degrees for the high on race day the 5th. Sounds good to me, just hope it holds out till then!!!!!!

Comments
From timp on Mon, Jan 23, 2012 at 19:00:44 from 99.110.188.230

enjoy the snow tomorrow! :)

Total Distance
4.00

4 mile taper run at the Sugar House Park in the crunchy snow and ice. It was just over freezing so it was pretty nice!!!!! 12 days till Surf City USA.

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
0.00

rest day....

Comments
From allie on Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 18:31:26 from 97.75.165.156

resting up for the big day...good call. 11 to go!

From Tom Slick on Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 20:14:33 from 69.171.160.29

Allie - You are exactly correct. I also took the time off from running to book my trip to the ING New York Marathon on Nov 4, 2012......it's done.

From allie on Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 20:26:52 from 97.126.211.101

very cool! someday i will run NYC...

From Tom Slick on Thu, Jan 26, 2012 at 00:02:50 from 69.171.160.29

Allie - I betting that when you run New York, it will be as an elite at the front of the pack? Unlike where the tire old men like me run!

Total Distance
0.00

10 days till the next 26.2

Total Distance
4.00

Nice morning for a 4 mile taper run. It was probably 36 degrees, partly cloudy, no wind to speak of and the roads in the park were clear and dry...... 9 days till Surf City USA!!!!

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
7.20

7.2 mile easy run this am/27 miles for the week...8 days till SC-USA!

BAA!0 Miles: 7.20
Total Distance
10.00

10 mile easy taper run today. At this time next week I'll be running the Surf City USA Marathon........

BA9 Miles: 10.00
Comments
From Smooth on Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 14:10:40 from 75.162.95.99

...and totally ROCK it!!! :).

Can't wait for the report! go GET'EM Slick!!!

From MarcE on Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 19:20:39 from 204.16.82.120

I can't see "Surf City" and NOT think of that song! Good luck, Slick!

From Tom Slick on Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 20:05:28 from 69.171.160.250

I don't know if they do any athlete tracking like at Houston but my bib number is 1683.....Hey Smooth is this a lucky number or just a number.

From Smooth on Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 16:59:07 from 75.162.95.99

That is a GREAT number! 1=certainly, 6=luck, 8=fast, 3=alive! You are definitely (certainly) going to have a LUCKY, FAST and LIVELY time at Surf City! YeeeHaaaa!!! :) :) :)

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 06:46:11 from 69.171.160.75

Smooth - Thanks for the great number read. Now I am ready to go run the Surf City USA Marathon knowing that I will certainly be lucky to run fast and be alive at the end.....Wahoooo, Surf City USA here I come!!!!

Total Distance
0.00

I'm in the home stretch of my last week of taper and I'm really getting excited to do Surf City USA in 6 days.......

Total Distance
4.00

did a 4 mile taper run at Sugar House Park this AM. A little bit cold till I got going but a very nice run none the less. 5 days till Surf City USA.

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From timp on Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 11:23:04 from 144.188.24.29

when you flying out? Friday?

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 18:42:10 from 69.171.160.62

TimP - Yep. I'm outta here friday for the left coast. I'm sure lookin' forward to have a bunch of fun with this run.....sun, sand and sea, the superbowl, my 45th marathon, and it's all on my birthday.

From timp on Wed, Feb 01, 2012 at 07:45:49 from 144.188.24.32

very cool - that sounds like a blast! Happy (early) Birthday!

Total Distance
0.00

rest day

Total Distance
5.50

second to the last taper run till The Surf City USA Marathon.....5.5 miles at the Sugar House Park, a little bit of snow on the ground and light flurries in the air.....no sunshine!

BAA!0 Miles: 5.50
Comments
From Smooth on Thu, Feb 02, 2012 at 14:32:32 from 75.162.95.99

There will be sunshine at Huntington Beach! GOOD LUCK this Sunday! :)

From Tom Slick on Thu, Feb 02, 2012 at 15:24:42 from 168.179.157.60

Thank you very much Ms. Smooth. I'll go and make you proud!

Total Distance
0.00

Friday: carb & rest day! It's time to travel to Huntington Beach California.....see ya all around Monday with a race report......

 

Comments
From JimmySG on Fri, Feb 03, 2012 at 16:49:07 from 67.172.232.21

Good luck with your race.

From Teena Marie on Fri, Feb 03, 2012 at 16:56:44 from 75.162.92.164

BEST OF LUCK!!! Have fun!!! :) :) :)

Race: Surf City USA Marathon (26.2 Miles) 03:56:24, Place overall: 677, Place in age division: 9
Total Distance
26.20

Good Morning Surf City USA.

WOW, is what I've got to say about the Surf City USA Marathon. From start to finish this was a super well organized marathon in an equally relaxed environment. This years event hailed about 20000 entrants, 17000 doing the half marathon and about 2413 running the full marathon and they did it all on my birthday, now how knurly and really "cool" is that! The marathon is limited to about 2000 runners because the course is not completely closed to other traffic in some areas, such as the bike and walking paths on the beach of the pacific ocean. From mile 16 to mile 25 you are running on a black top path on the Huntington Pacific Beach and finishing on the "PCH".

The day before the race I attended the expo that was set up in the parking lot at Huntington Pacific Beach under some great big tents. Everything about the race was set up on the lot including a huge secure tent for your clothing drop bag the next morning and not left unattended in a field like the Utah Valley Marathon. The expo had everything running for sale as usual.

 

On race day morning they closed the "PCH", Pacific Coast Highway from Seal Beach at Warner Avenue to Beach Boulevard, some 12 miles. The starting and finish line are located near the famous Huntington Beach pier in the middle of the Pacific Coast Highway. It was really neat as the organizers encouraged all the runners to visit the starting line early and often on race day morning. There was "Surfing" music blaring from loud speakers every where! Hey and at the starting line there were two "Woody" vans that lead the runners down the PCH to start the race. I don't think I've ever been to a more runner/people friendly race in my life. The atmosphere there was nothing short of fabulous!

The race started for the wheelchair racers at 6:28 am at about 48 degrees and was followed by the first wave at 6:30 am, bibs elite thru 1999. Hey I was in the first wave right up next to the elites, all six of them. The first wave was off right at 6:30am and the following waves were released in two minute intervals for the full marathon. The half marathon crowd started at 7:45am.

The race starts on the "PCH" and quickly after about two miles turns off into the Bolsa Chica Wetlands for about 8 miles of running thru the local neighborhood and wetlands park area, then back out on the "PCH" for six more miles before you to be diverted off on the black top beach pathway. It seemed like you could see the Pacific Ocean almost every step you took except when you were in the Bolsa Wetlands. Seeing the sunrise as you were starting the race was breath taking to say the least!

 

Three times on the course, the course causes the runners to double back and you get to see the leaders on the course and the runners following you. It's pretty neat and all the positive feed back you get for all the runners is just super!

At mile 25 you pop off the beach path back on to the "PCH" and make you way to the finish thru the huge crowds of spectators and runners that have finished. It's a pretty ruckus crowd! By the end of my race it was about 68 or 70 degrees.....just plain comfortable!

 

As for my race this day, it went perfectly. I went out at about an 8 minute per mile pace and decided the I'd hold it for awhile and later on back it off to about a 9 minute pace so as to save the equipment (my body) for my next marathon in two weeks. This was my 11th marathon in 341 days with my 12th marathon in 356 days coming on February 19th at The Lost Dutchman in Arizona. One more marathon to finish my Birthday Challenge of 12 marathons in 12 months!!! I finished the Surf City USA marathon with a 3:56:24. 677th overall out of 2413 runners and 9th place in my old man division of 53 runners.

I highly recommend this race to everybody with a pair of running shoes and sun tan oil and fully intend on running it again in the near future when I'm not so tired.

Oh yea, at the end of the race Kona Brewery and Michelobe light had a beer tent where you could wet your whistle and tell lies to perfect strangers. I sure wish Utah marathons would move into modern times.....

Updated: Feb 5, 2012 03:56 PST

Marathon

 

 

 

Runner Details

 

Race Results

 

Bib:

1683

Overall:

677 out of 2413

 

 

Men:

519 out of 1519

 

 

M 60-64:

9 out of 53

Name:

Lloyd Hansen

Age/Grade:

65.44% Place: 254

Gender:

M

Finish:

3:56:24 Pace: 9:01

Age:

61

Tag Time:

3:56:24

Hometown:

Sandy, UT

Gun Time:

3:56:26

Split Times

 

 

 

3 Mi:

24:26 Pace: 8:09

 

 

6 Mi:

49:11 Pace: 8:12

 

 

12.2 Mi:

1:44:21 Pace: 8:34

 

 

20.9 Mi:

3:05:44 Pace: 8:54

 

 



B9-10 Miles: 26.20
Comments
From jtshad on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 at 15:25:57 from 204.134.132.225

Congrats, I ran the Surf City Marathon too! I agree with your assessment that this is a really well done race and great town to race in. The weather was indeed perfect and the course was nice and fair.

I am glad you had a good run! I was one of the "6" elite guys in front of the flags.

Happy belated birthday and congrats on your birthday challenge!

From Tom Slick on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 at 17:46:51 from 69.171.160.241

Jeff- Congrats on your 2:46 and change finish. I remember them introducing you to the crowd! I also remember geting to see you blister the road a couple of times out there on the course.....and a fine overall finish of 7th. Wow, you are a fast one! What are you doing next?

From jtshad on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 at 17:58:49 from 204.134.132.225

Thanks, it was a fun race.

Next up for me is Boston!! How about you? Are you taking a break after the birthday challenge?

Sorry, I would know the answer if I had looked at your upcoming races...good luck in Arizona!

From Teena Marie on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 at 19:31:15 from 75.162.92.164

WAHOO!!!! Sounds like a WONDERFUL birthday present!!!! :) Very cool how you had the few turn-arounds where you could see those in front and behind. LOVE IT!!! :)

Congrats on an amazing marathon full year!!!!

Happy Belated Birthday!!! :) :) :)

From Tom Slick on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 at 19:40:57 from 69.171.160.241

Jeff - Ya I should have looked at your upcoming race schedule before I asked "Whats next" for you. I'm gunna blast thru The Lost Dutchman as a long run and then get myself ready for a PR/BQ at Boston....and then I'm going to do New York!

From DaleG on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 at 20:09:43 from 152.216.3.5

Congrats on another marathon. All morning long I kept thinking how I could have been there with you, enjoying all of it! Oh well, maybe some other time.

Happy Birthday!!!

If I was in any kind of shape, I would consider joining you for the Lost Duchman, but it's not meant to be.

I'm glad you had a good time.

From Hillbilly Runner on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 at 20:59:22 from 207.162.186.231

Sounds like you had a wonderful time and you ran a great race ! You are amazing !!!!

From timp on Tue, Feb 07, 2012 at 09:58:21 from 144.188.24.26

great times Slick! Sounds like a great way to celebrate your birthday.

From Smooth on Tue, Feb 07, 2012 at 10:26:50 from 76.1.85.84

YeeHaaa!!! What a FANTASTIC birthday present!!! AWESOME race, Slickster! sounds like a perfect day all around!!! WAY to soak in the sun and fun!!! :)

From Tom Slick on Tue, Feb 07, 2012 at 16:01:00 from 168.179.157.60

DaleG - Keep on Keepin" on! The ogden marathon is coming up quick - be ready - train Smart. I kept thinkin' about how you missed doing the Surf City, It made me mad that you missed this one, it was such a great marathon. You will definately have to put this one on the schedule for some time in the future. I will be returning to do this one again sometime in the future!!!!

Hillbilly Ronnie Runner - I did have the best time ever at Surf City. What is amazing about me is how many "Amazing Friends I have to share my boring life with!!!!" 70 days till the Boston Marathon where we will have another amazing day to share!!!

Smooth - Yes! Surf City was the most special birthday present for me ever! And the marathon was pretty good too! You will have to look at this one to do in the future!!!

TimP - Yes, what you said, it was great in every way!

From fly on the Wall on Fri, Feb 10, 2012 at 23:27:30 from 166.70.192.189

Dude, Your description made me really want to run this race. I used to live in HB.

CONGRATULATIONS!

From Tom Slick on Sat, Feb 11, 2012 at 13:03:13 from 69.171.160.179

Hey Fly - after running this race it made me want to live in HB. How did you ever move away from HB?

From fly on the Wall on Sat, Feb 11, 2012 at 16:25:51 from 166.70.192.189

Living in HB is great.... if you

1. Are independently wealthy. I could sell my house here and buy a studio condo there, maybe. But I'm not sure I want to share a bed with my kids.

2. Don't have to mess around with a job. (See #1) Driving in or out of HB at rush hour is like running on a treadmill with your laces tied together.

3. Don't mind staying in HB and never leaving. You haven't experienced true joy until you've sat in a traffic jam at 1:00 am...

I could go on. The south land has a lot going for it but it is too crowded and too expensive. I lived there for 25 years and that was enough. Now if you have a spare 2 million $$$ or so to give me, I might move back.

From Tom Slick on Sat, Feb 11, 2012 at 21:58:25 from 69.171.160.140

Yo Fly - I take your meaning!!!

From allie on Tue, Feb 14, 2012 at 09:05:58 from 97.126.211.101

this sounds like such a cool race! congratulations on yet another great marathon finish. that's cool that you are almost done with your birthday challenge. awesome job, mr. slick.

From LBC on Tue, Feb 14, 2012 at 14:35:37 from 69.173.106.87

Congrats! I agree, it was a great day and a great race! Hey did they mention you at the race start? I also started in the 6:30 group and was pretty sure that name sounded familiar! Great job and good luck here in Boston!!

Total Distance
1.00

I got out for about one mile for a work out the kinks power walk.......Tomorrow I'm going to do about 2 or 3 easy miles at Sugar House Park just to get the ball rollin' towards # 12 of my birthday challenge at the Lost Dutchman in 13 days......

BNN Miles: 1.00
Total Distance
3.00

3 miles at the Sugar House Park Course.....nice run considering I did 26.2 on sunday. Aches and pains were minimal, nothing outstanding that will keep me from being ready to do the Lost Dutchman on the 19th......

BNN Miles: 3.00
Comments
From MarcE on Tue, Feb 07, 2012 at 18:26:06 from 129.188.33.25

Sounds like you saved the equipment. Nice!

From Rhett on Tue, Feb 07, 2012 at 21:12:53 from 74.32.209.119

Slick, I just read your race report from Sunday. Congrats on being 1 race away from completing your 12 race birthday challenge. Sounds like your are recovering nicely.

From DaleG on Wed, Feb 08, 2012 at 11:43:43 from 71.199.57.238

Sounds like you're recovering nicely.

Total Distance
0.00

rest day

Total Distance
4.00

4 miles at Sugar House Park. The recovery is coning along just famouly. I will be ready for the Dutchman in 11 days. Wow, just think, after the Dutchman I have 8 glorious weeks to get ready for the Boston!!!! Yahoooo!

BNN Miles: 4.00
Comments
From Huans32 on Thu, Feb 09, 2012 at 09:02:23 from 199.19.250.9

Great job Slick. Keep it up bro.

From Rhett on Sat, Feb 11, 2012 at 13:33:48 from 74.32.209.119

Glad to hear the recovery is coming along so well. Who all is going to Boston this year?

Total Distance
4.00

another 4 mile recovery / training run at Sugar House Park in the am.....

BNN Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
0.00

As the plan calls for, today was a rest day in prepration for a 2 hour run tomorrow....

Total Distance
4.00

Little bit rainey but non the less a nice 4 mile recovery/trainer at the SHP. Sugar House Park.

5 days and a wake-up till the Lost Dutchman!!!!

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
4.00

thats it, last 4 miles of training/recovery running. Now it's a quick rest period and carb loading session and it's off to The Lost Dutchman at Apache Junction Arizona on Sunday.....tyi

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
0.00

3 days and a wake-up and it's Lost Dutchman time. Right now it carb, rest and taper time!

Comments
From Rhett on Thu, Feb 16, 2012 at 10:59:35 from 170.215.58.122

So you finished your recovery yesterday and now it is time to taper. Oh the life of a marathon addict.

From Tom Slick on Thu, Feb 16, 2012 at 14:27:31 from 168.179.157.60

Rhett - No rest for the wicked!

Race: The Lost Dutchman (26.2 Miles) 04:00:05, Place overall: 175, Place in age division: 7
Total Distance
26.20

The Lost Dutchman Marathon

Yesterday , Sunday the 19th, I ran the Dutchman in what I thought was almost perfect weather conditions. At the starting line it was about 49 degrees with a cloud covered sunrise. The sun lit up the Superstition Mountains like only a sunrise or sunset in Arizona can happen.

The organization of the Dutchman, which was voted one of the best 12 small marathons in the country, was really second to none. It may have been a small marathon but it went off without a hitch. All the way from the smallish expo to parking at the Rodeo Grounds to the shuttle bus ride to the starting and back to the Rodeo Grounds parking. The course was well marked and the aid station volunteers were all there and in super spirits exhorting the runners on to the finish.

The race started right at 7:am and we were all headed down a very well maintained dirt road through some of the most scenic desert landscape you can imagine for the first 7 miles. Then the rest of the race was pretty much black top paved highways and residential running on rolly polly washboard roads.

So right from the get go at the starting line I made the fatal mistake of thinking that I was feeling as good physically as I was mentally just coming off the Surf City USA Marathon just two weeks ago and started out too quickly. I shouldn't have tossed my real race plan to the wind. Oh well......

Out about mile 16.5 to mile 20 the course reminded me of Heart Break Hill at Boston. These hills weren't terribly tall but their placement on the course wore at you just like Heart Break does. This seems to be where I got a bit tired and my past marathons of the last 12 months caught up with me....I pretty much ran out of high test gas and coasted to the finish on fumes.

At the end of the race as I was stumbling into the finish chute out of nowhere there appeared Ms. Julie Ann "BeMo" who jumped on the course and immediately began to encourage me to speed it up as she encouraged me by running by my side to the finish line. That was a beautiful gesture but I really could have used your super enthusiasm out at the 20 mile mark when I really started slowing down. After the finish I got to meet and greet with Julie Ann and her man Darrell for a little while. Hey Julie Ann, thanks for being there, It was great to see a friendly face at the end of a tough marathon. I'll return the favor at your upcoming Ogden Marathon....see you at the finish

I managed to finish this super marathon in 4 hours and 5 seconds......That was good for an overall finish at 175th out of 530 marathon finishers and a 7th place finish in my male 60-64 AG. And just for fun I got a 3:13:52 Age Graded time. Now its time to focus in on getting ready for the "Boston Marathon" in 8 big wonderful weeks.

Sometime in the near future I will run this marathon again..................It's worth it!

 

 

MY 60th Happy Birthday CHALLENGE PRESENT TO ME. Do 12 MARATHONS IN 12 MONTHS, from Feb 27, 2011 thru Feb 19. 2012. That's 12 marathons in 357 days . Did it, done it, won it !!!!!!

12 in 12

1. (Feb 27) COWTOWN MARATHON (3:44:19) 1st. Plc AG 60 - 64 (BQ)

2. (Apr 18) BOSTON MARATHON,(3:45:01) RUN BOSTON FOR MY 9TH TIME.)(BQ)

3. (May 21) OGDEN MARATHON (3:52:00) - (3rd Plc. AG 60-64) (BQ)

4. (Jun 11) UTAH VALLEY MARATHON,(4:01:21), 9th place in AG. No BQ, I just finished......

5. (Jul 25) DESERET NEWS MARATHON,(4:26:22), 5th place in Age Division..5th marathon in 7 months. 100th total race since 1998.

6. (Aug 20) PARK CITY MARATHON, UTAH , (4:36:14), 5th place Age Division. 7. (Sep 17) TOP OF UTAH MARATHON UTAH. (3:57:16) 594th overall/4th in AG. BQ.

8. (Oct 1) ST GEORGE MARATHON, (4:00:01) 13TH SGM., 33rd in AG, 2052 Overall, BQ/yes.

9. (Oct 29) HOOVER DAM MARATHON, Boulder City, Nevada. (4:14:34). 30th place overall, 2nd place AG. No BQ.

10. (Dec 4) DALLAS WHITE ROCK MARATHON,.(4:17:20), Dallas Texas, 18TH IN DIV. NO BQ.

11. (Feb 5, 2012) THE SURF CITY USA MARATHON,(3:56:24) Huntington Beach, California. , 677th overall, 9th in Age Division. No BQ.

12. (Feb 19, 2012) THE LOST DUTCHMAN MARATHON,(4:00:05) APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA. , 175 overall, 7th Age Division, No BQ.

12 marathons in 12 months:

1. The Cowtown

2. The Boston

3. The Ogden

4. The Utah Valley

5. The Desert News

6. The Park City

7. The Top Of Utah

8. The St George

9. The Hoover Dam

10. The Dallas White Rock

11. The Surf City USA

12. The Lost Dutchman

 

Done in 6 different states:

2 in Texas

1 in California

1 in Nevada

6 in Utah

1 in MA

1 in Arizona

 

9 Top 10 AG finishes

An average of 1 marathon every 30 days

Did it, done it, won it !

Now it’s time to get back to a normal life.

B9-10 Miles: 26.20
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 11:55:46 from 207.162.186.231

Great report and another fine race!! Rest up and get ready to strut your stuff at Boston.

From RAD on Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 13:38:19 from 98.202.23.178

This is so seriously amazing Slick! You did it and in good form and you pushed through some of these races with nagging injures. Happy Birthday! Keep at it - there is no such thing as a 'normal' life for us crazies :)

From Russ on Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 13:38:21 from 74.114.3.253

Congrats on finishing your 12/12/60 challenge! That's fantastic.

From Jon on Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 19:22:55 from 74.177.120.222

That's an impressive list of races you ran. Enjoy the break.

From Tom Slick on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 at 08:48:53 from 69.171.160.146

Hillbilly Runner - Thanks, I'll grab a few days of rest then get the show on the road. It's less than 8 weeks till we run the Boston and I need a lot of attention to get this tired old man body ready for the Killer Chain and Heart Break Hill...

RAD - Thanks for the kind thoughts, especially the one where you tell me that "crazy" is the new normal and we haven't got a ghost of a chance at recovery from this affliction!

RUSS - Thanks for noticing my personal 12/12/60 challenge, I realize that a lot of other much more talented runners have done this before, but this was my "personal challenge", and I’m glad it's finished...

Jon - I will enjoy the break and thanks for the atta-boy. Coming from a guy with a running record like yours makes me feel really good! Thanks!

From Jake K on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 at 09:05:27 from 155.100.226.54

That's a great accomplishment, Tom. What's really cool is that you ran 2 of your faster times at the END of the 12 race journey - most people would have been completely broken by that point! :-)

Now take some R&R and get the body ready for Boston. A whole month without a marathon - what are you going to do?!?

From Tom Slick on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 at 10:05:38 from 69.171.160.146

Jake K - Thanks for the great complement! It was a tough personal challenge and I'm really glad to have it completed. Now I have to set my sights on running as fast as you! Fat chance that will ever happen! Thanks!

From MarcE on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 at 10:31:44 from 204.16.82.120

Sounds like a fun one. I haven't run one in AZ, yet...maybe next year. Congrats on the 12 marathons in 12 months - that's an amazing feat! (especially at your age ;)

8 weeks will feel like an eternity compared to the short time between your recent marathons. I see a Boston PR in your near future!

From Tom Slick on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 at 11:28:28 from 69.171.160.146

Marc - Thanks. It's but 54 days till the Boston and I hope that I can get rested and into good enough shape to compete with myself for a PR/BQ at Boston. The last 12 months have been really hard on this tired, old, fat man!

From Smooth on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 at 17:17:39 from 174.27.219.252

AWESOME report!!! GOOD JOB on your 12th marathon in 12 months!!! CONGRATZ on meeting your 60th birthday goal! VERY AMAZING accomplishment!!!

I am sure you will rock Boston...you DA MAN!!!! :)

Total Distance
0.00

Rest day

Total Distance
2.50

2.5 mile shake down run... Gotta assess the damage and make a plan to get myself ready for the Boston in 54 days!

I've learned over the past 14 months how to survive and save the equipment for the last race of the plan.

Now I've got to have a total Mental, Physical and Spiritual mind shift to renew the focus. The focus is still to survive the tortures of running but now it's time to really get into shape to run lean, mean, long and fast!

So, you all......I see the problem before me, now it's time for me to be part of the solution and make it happen! Look out Boston, here I come!

 

 

BAA!0 Miles: 2.50
Total Distance
5.50

Went out for a 5.5 recovery / Training run this AM at the Sugar House Park. The run went rather good, no major boo boos or pain. Boston 53 days.....

BA0 Miles: 5.50
Total Distance
0.00

recovery rest day.........

Comments
From Smooth on Thu, Feb 23, 2012 at 16:45:27 from 174.27.219.252

Sounds like your recovery plan is going well. Glad to hear all the equipments are in good shape! :)

From Tom Slick on Thu, Feb 23, 2012 at 18:34:54 from 69.171.160.181

Smooth - Whats the up date on your condition???

From Smooth on Thu, Feb 23, 2012 at 18:44:38 from 174.27.219.252

The swelling on the foot has decreased significantly! Will see the doc. On Tue ( after 2 weeks of boot confinement). The best case scenario is that he will give me okay to run in March which may be sufficient time to slowly rehab the foot and build back up to run/walk Boston! I am xtraining like a mad woman! Can't swim though, but doing everything possible with the boot on!

Thanks for asking!

Total Distance
5.00

Today was a 5 mile speed trainer.....time to start learning to run a little faster! 52 days till Boston.

BA9 Miles: 5.00
Comments
From Smooth on Sat, Feb 25, 2012 at 19:17:23 from 174.27.219.252

Recovery must be complete if you're doing speedwork already!!! GOOD JOB!!!

Total Distance
0.00

Recovery rest day....gotta rest up for a 2 hour run sunday. 

Total Distance
12.00

Back on the road again. Got my tired butt out of bed late this am and got the show on the road with a  med long run. Went out and grabbed  12 miles, they weren't as fast as I wanted but they were good. 49 days till Boston. 

BAA!0 Miles: 12.00
Comments
From Smooth on Mon, Feb 27, 2012 at 15:31:24 from 174.27.219.252

Nice medium long run! Are you building back the long runs? What is the longest you're gonna run before tapering for Boston?

From Tom Slick on Mon, Feb 27, 2012 at 20:41:07 from 69.171.160.194

yo ms, Smoothie, my longest will be a 20 this time around.My longs go like this, starting this sunday and continuing till sunday the 12th of April, 12,16, 20,12,16,12....then it's Boston the following monday!

From Smooth on Mon, Feb 27, 2012 at 22:06:20 from 174.27.219.252

Looks like a good plan! :)

Total Distance
0.00

Its a beautiful day for a rest...........so I did it.

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Mon, Feb 27, 2012 at 21:53:24 from 173.191.121.34

Hope you enjoyed your well deserved rest day!

Total Distance
0.00

rest day, I'll pick it up tomorrow....

Total Distance
5.00

Just a 5 miler at the Sugar House Park. It was cold and really windy. Looks like were getting a really big storm in later today through thursday and into friday. Yahoooo...I'll have to get out my mucklucks and big snow mittens...

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Feb 29, 2012 at 20:31:50 from 207.162.187.86

Be careful training with your base you've got plenty of time to wait for better weather to train in,

From DaleG on Thu, Mar 01, 2012 at 12:18:55 from 71.199.57.238

Nice job. Have you been able to get on the forum?

From timp on Fri, Mar 02, 2012 at 06:51:13 from 144.188.24.25

ooh - enjoy the cruddy weather Slick

From Rhett on Fri, Mar 02, 2012 at 11:38:45 from 170.215.58.122

Sounds gross out, but I bet you're making the best of it.

From Tom Slick on Fri, Mar 02, 2012 at 14:26:38 from 69.171.160.183

Ronnie - I'll be good.

DaleG - Hey DoG, I don't know whats wrong with the Forum Flyers. Maybe there mad at me for teasing ZIMBO????

timp - I love running in the cold sloppy weather....Ya right!

Rhett - Bostons in like 45 days, gotta put the best foot forward!!!!

Total Distance
6.00

6 miles at the SHP....it snowed last night so it was a real winter rn at the park. The sun was up and the black top was snow covered and icy......but a great morning for a run....

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
6.00

Took off in 30 degree air, 12 inches of snow on the ground, fairly dry roads, for a 6 miler up and down Dimple Dell Rd (some of my favorite hills). Life is good. On sunday I will be 14 days post Dutchman and my recovery is coming along great. Sunday will be a 16 miler in what the weather gypsies say will be about a 50 degree day with no wind and partly cloudy skies.........we'll see.......

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Smooth on Sat, Mar 03, 2012 at 14:55:06 from 174.27.219.252

Sounds like everything is clicking along nicely for ya! Have a great long run tomorrow! :)

From Teena Marie on Sat, Mar 03, 2012 at 22:39:54 from 174.27.198.157

Nice recovery!!! You are the man!!! :)

Total Distance
12.00

Whoops, Must have been looking at next sundays mileage on my schedule. Seems like I only needed to go 12 miles rather than 16. So it was!!!  What a gorgeous day. When I went out the door it was @ 41 degrees and by the time I hit half way it had to be over 50. Little or no wind with lots of sun shine and very few clouds.

BA0 Miles: 12.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Mar 04, 2012 at 20:09:03 from 207.162.187.86

Sounds like a Great day for a run. Looks like the recovery is coming along quite nicely and you'll be in top form for the Big show!!!

From timp on Mon, Mar 05, 2012 at 12:52:10 from 144.188.24.25

nice running SLick!

Total Distance
0.00

OK, Today will be a rest day. I'm on schedule and so totally on target......I just hope I'm in good shape to have a decent run at Boston in 41 days........tyi

Comments
From allie on Mon, Mar 05, 2012 at 19:47:40 from 97.126.223.139

41 days! i'm telling you, it was like 50 days ago when i was commenting on your boston countdown from last year!

you are definitely on target. keep at it. boston will be a breeze.

From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, Mar 06, 2012 at 06:09:19 from 207.162.187.86

Hope you enjoyed your rest day. Keep up the hard work and the RED, White and Blue will be flying in Boston.

From Tom Slick on Tue, Mar 06, 2012 at 13:59:25 from 168.179.157.140

Allie - I always get worried when I'm coming off another marathon is such quick succession. It's all worked out the last year and I sure that I will be ready for Boston 2012!!! Thanks for the vote of confidence!

Hillbilly Runner - I did enjoy my day off, but now it's Tuesday and it back out on the road. I've got the Red White and Blue stuff all ready to hit the road from Hopkinton to Boston......in 40 days!!!!!Run Smart!!!!

Total Distance
4.00

Were having a weather change today so the sun has gone away and the winds and bearable cold has set in. Got out for a 4 mile trainer.......as per my training Schedule........

"PLAN your RACE - RACE your PLAN

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, Mar 06, 2012 at 21:01:28 from 173.191.121.34

Burr !!!! Way to stick with the plan Slick.

From Tom Slick on Wed, Mar 07, 2012 at 06:59:59 from 69.171.160.45

It snowed last night, we got about 3 inches. That on top of the 6 alredy on the ground makes for som ucky running....I don't do "dreadMills"!!!

From Smooth on Wed, Mar 07, 2012 at 15:09:38 from 174.27.219.252

We had hurricane like wind and arctic cold air blowing thru. There were lots of icy spots on the road.

WAY to get your 4 miler done per planned! :)

Total Distance
5.00

Just a nice five miler this am at the SHP.

BA9 Miles: 5.00
Comments
From allie on Fri, Mar 09, 2012 at 15:34:16 from 174.23.158.251

nice 5. were you running when you saw me or were you in a car?

From Tom Slick on Fri, Mar 09, 2012 at 23:01:44 from 69.171.160.211

Hey Ms. Allie. Sorry, I was in a car and just caught you out of the side of my eye. You looked strong and determined. Some morning you've got to let me know when you'll be doing a lap or two at the SHP. I'll introduce you to my running rookies? They would love to meet you! Were doing Wednesdays and Fridays lately.

From Teena Marie on Sat, Mar 10, 2012 at 16:56:41 from 174.27.198.157

Hope everything is feeling well. :)

From Tom Slick on Sun, Mar 11, 2012 at 10:40:42 from 69.171.160.192

Hey Ms. Teena, I'm feeling pretty good as my recovery continues and I get ready for Boston. Boston in 35 days!!!

Total Distance
16.00

16 miles on the PRT this fine day. 35 days till show time at boston!

BA9 Miles: 16.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Mar 11, 2012 at 17:41:13 from 207.162.187.86

Way to get the miles in. Looks like the recovery has recovered and you're right on track for a Great Boston.

From Smooth on Sun, Mar 11, 2012 at 21:56:38 from 174.27.219.252

Like clock work...you are so consistent with your training. 20 miles next week then it's taper time for you, right?

EXCELLENT preparation, Mr. Slickster! :)

From Tom Slick on Mon, Mar 12, 2012 at 08:29:50 from 168.179.157.140

Hillbilly Runer - Hey man, I can only wish that my recovery was complete, although it is getting better. I figure two more weeks before I get into that relaxed running mode that I love so well.

Smooth - Thank you Ms. Smooth for the kind complements. This last year has been a bear on me, but I'm keeping the faith and working forward. Hey woman, hows the stress fracture coming along? Were getting short on time before Boston. 34 days to be exact!

Total Distance
0.00

Just a rest day today...

Comments
From Teena Marie on Wed, Mar 14, 2012 at 12:38:47 from 174.232.133.215

Where is today's and yesterday's post?

From Tom Slick on Wed, Mar 14, 2012 at 15:45:53 from 69.171.160.245

Teena - I didn't post anything yesterday and I just put up todays. I had some scheduling problems with my rookie training program stuff and my personal training program. Should be able to get back on schedule Thursday.

Boston in 32 days...better get your stuff together!!!!

Total Distance
3.00

Three mile tempo run at Liberty Park...

BNN Miles: 3.00
Total Distance
6.00

Six mile hill run...................31 days till Boston.......Got your MoJo on?

My bib # for The Boston is 13445. That puts me in the second wave, corral 5. And yes, I'm happy to be there.

BNN Miles: 6.00
Comments
From rAtTLeTrAp on Thu, Mar 15, 2012 at 17:32:30 from 98.247.27.122

Mojo: check

From timp on Thu, Mar 15, 2012 at 21:17:42 from 99.110.188.230

we have a pizza place called mojo's down the street, so yea, I've got it. :)

nice job, as always, slick!

From Hillbilly Runner on Fri, Mar 16, 2012 at 07:07:34 from 207.162.186.130

Hey Bro. I've got my MoJo on. My bib number is 11346. Keep up the Good training.

From Huans32 on Fri, Mar 16, 2012 at 16:10:23 from 199.19.250.105

Very nice. Boston here you come!!!

Total Distance
4.00

three mile tempo run and 2 X 800 yassos......Running life is still continuing to get better and better. Bingo, bango, boingo.....30 days till Boston.....

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
0.00

Wow, what a week! It's saturday morning and I think I will take the day off from running. I'll just take a break and get well rested for a 20 miler bright and early sunday morning.

29 days till the BOSTON MARATHON..................seems to me that our bib number packet pickup cards should be in the mail soon?

 

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Mar 17, 2012 at 12:29:20 from 207.162.186.130

I think I'll just start in the same corral that you do that way I can keep an eye on you.

From Tom Slick on Sat, Mar 17, 2012 at 16:40:29 from 69.171.160.10

Starting in the same corral would be fun. 29 days of training left before the big show and I'm finally starting to feel pretty good. My recovery is coming in on schedule. I've noticed that my tired achie muscles are becoming stronger and I'm beginning to regain some speed. This is getting me really excited about doing Boston this year. I at least know that I won't end up dead last!

From Tom Slick on Sun, Mar 18, 2012 at 08:27:44 from 69.171.160.30

10 Marathon Training Tips

1. Training Plan and Rest

Training for a single event such as the marathon can involve several phases of different types of running. Just as each week is comprised of different workouts, each phase is also somewhat different. A common fault to marathon training is not planning adequate rest. Many runners train too hard when they should be recovering from workouts, thereby not allowing for good quality training later in the training phase. Physical training stresses the body, and during recovery it adapts. Without rest and recovery, there can be no adaptation. The definition of rest is different for every runner. For the highly trained, it may be simply 30 minutes of easy running. For others, it may be a day completely off from training. All athletes need a day of complete rest (zero or very little exercise) regularly. This may be every week, ten days, or every two weeks. Nevertheless, it should be programmed into a training plan and adhered to. This allows the athlete to recover completely from workouts, and to train hard when it is time to train hard.

2. Weekly Mileage

Almost every runner gauges his or her training by weekly mileage. It's useful for getting an idea of the volume of training, but too many runners feel it is the only measuring stick. How much one is training is a combination of volume and intensity. Don't get hung up on logging a set number of weekly miles. If a day or two of training is missed due to injury or illness or other reason, don't try to cram two days of training into one. Just pick-up the program and continue. Lost days are simply lost.

3. Marathon Tempo Running

One of the most important factors in marathon training is tempo running, which is defined as + 10 seconds per mile from your projected marathon pace. If you're planning on running 26.2 miles at 7:00 per mile, then do lots of training at or near this pace. This is one of the major differences between elite runners' marathon training and others training for the event. Most runners or joggers are simply trying to finish the event in halfway decent condition. Elite runners are essentially "racing" the event. That is, they will attempt to run 26.2 miles at a pace faster than their everyday run pace. Nearly everyone else is running marathons slower than their everyday pace. Marathon race pace for elite runners is at an interesting point, physiologically speaking. Many terms are used to describe this level, such as "threshold" and "capacity." They all describe the same thing. Marathon pace usually uses most of the capacity of the aerobic energy system and very little of the anaerobic energy systems. Traditional road race and track training tends to ignore this marathon pace. Most training is done well above or below it. But the marathon is a unique event, and one of the limiting factors to performance is fuel economy, and training at projected marathon tempo trains your body to use fuel (specifically carbohydrate) efficiently.

4. Simulate Race Conditions In Training

To a large degree, simulate race conditions as much as possible during training. Don't go out and race a marathon daily, but every facet of the race needs to be practiced. This training program includes tempo running toward the end of long runs, allowing your body to maintain your marathon race pace beyond 20 miles. Runners should also practice water stops and drinking large volumes of water and/or carbohydrate solutions during training. If you are training for a marathon such as Boston, then some downhill running needs to be incorporated. Try to train at the time of the day the race starts and in the predicted weather conditions as much as possible. Do a "dress rehearsal" several weeks prior to the event in a race or long run. This is the time to try out all racing clothing, shoes, socks, and pre-race meals. You want to do this far enough in advance to allow for changes to take place - and your blisters to heal.

5. Train the Long Runs

The long training runs of over 18 miles are the most important workouts in any training program. Every coach has a different philosophy on the long runs. Every week for 16 weeks is not required. Vary the long runs, mixing in some marathon tempo running. Much of a long training run is generally done at 30-45 seconds per mile slower than projected marathon race pace. Depending upon what training was completed in the previous few days, it may even be as slow as 1:30 per mile slower than projected race pace. Many runners get caught up in trying to run too much of a long run too hard. All too often, someone has a great workout of 18 miles at marathon pace three weeks before the main event, only to have a poor result.

6. Train and Compete with a Group

Running with a group is one of the most effective things an athlete can do to help his or her training. Everyone has a day when they are sluggish and needs the encouragement of a friend during a workout. At some point in time you will likely repay the favor by helping out that friend. Team running is great race strategy, but be careful that the group does not get too competitive and all of a sudden is racing the workout. Sometimes it is essential to select a person who is a good judge of pace and effort to control the tempo of a run, especially a long run. Don't race the workouts.

7. Planned Racing

"How much" and "which" preparatory races are important questions. Much depends on the particular marathon and race schedule. It is easy to race too much leading to a major marathon. Since races typically fall on weekends, it usually means missing a long run or trying to do a long run the day after a race (generally not a good idea). Some runners like to do a couple of long races as long tempo runs a month or so prior to a targeted marathon. It is a good idea if you can go to a race and run at marathon pace. Be warned, however, most marathoners can't do this; they are simply too competitive and run too hard. A limited number of races within a marathon training program (perhaps three over a 12 week period) to assess the progress of a program is sufficient.

8. Strides, Drills, and Stretching

This is another component that can make a big difference on race day. Doing a complete set of strides, 6-8 x 100-meter efforts at mile race pace (not sprints), two to three times per week is enough to maintain leg turnover by stimulating certain neural pathways and fast-twitch muscle fibers. And some days it just makes your legs feel better. Drills focus on a small aspect of the running stride and exaggerate it. Drills always pay off in the latter miles of the marathon when the major muscles are failing and the accessory muscles are called upon to help maintain running form. A brief stretching session done regularly will help improve your performance and reduce your risk of injury. (The debate of whether to stretch before or after running is hotly contested, so try both and see what works for you.) The total routine need not last for more than 15 minutes. Muscle groups to stretch include the quads, hamstrings, Achilles tendons, calves, back, and the upper body. Stretch according to need, depending on soreness, tightness or the upcoming workout. Some tips for stretching are: warm-up for at least 5 minutes with light jogging; perform stretches in a controlled and smooth manner; hold each stretch for at least 15-25 seconds; and, don't strain, bounce or force a stretch.

9. Be Flexible with Your Workouts

Always be willing to adjust and adapt a workout to the conditions. In New England the winter weather can vary from Arctic-like conditions to mild Spring days. If it is an exceptionally poor day, then adjust the workout by cutting down the distance or intensity, decrease the number of reps, or increase the rest time. Expect that in cold weather you will run slower, have a higher heart rate, and feel worse than you would in good conditions. Adjust the workout accordingly so the physical stress is not going to ruin your training for the remainder of the week.

10. Listen to Your Body

Pay close attention to what your body tells you. Listen to yourself honestly. If you've been fatigued for several days in a row, then you may need to schedule in some rest and recovery time. Persistent foot pain for several weeks usually doesn't just go away. Usually, it gets worse. It is always better to deal with these types of problems as early as possible, rather than wait until they grow into something serious.PRIOR PREPRATION PREVENTS PISS POOR PERFORMANCE

PAY ME NOW OR PAY ME LATER

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That was a really fun run today! I no more stepped out the door for my last really long run before Boston and it started snowing. Now if that wasn't enough, it was blowing snow sideways straight in my face at 20 mph winds gusting up to 40 mph until I turned around to return. The only good part of all that was it was behind me on the way back home, and I was glad to be getting pushed along. Oh well that fun run is in the books and now it's pretty much all down hill to get well recovered and as ready as I can get to do the Boston Marathon in 28 days!!!!!

BA9 Miles: 20.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Mar 18, 2012 at 20:19:03 from 207.162.186.130

Way to knock out a 20 miler in those kind of conditions. I'm having to deal with the heat and humidity and you're having to deal with the cold and snow. Let's just pray for good weather in Bean Town !

From Tom Slick on Sun, Mar 18, 2012 at 21:10:23 from 69.171.160.18

HBR - Oh Yea, let there be great weather for the Boston!

From timp on Mon, Mar 19, 2012 at 11:11:09 from 99.110.188.230

excellent, Slick!

From Smooth on Wed, Mar 21, 2012 at 07:31:16 from 174.27.212.157

Wow! You're tough! Way to throw down a 20 miler in that nasty storm that you call fun! Awesome job!

Welcome to your taper! :)

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rest day - 26 days till Boston

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easy four mile run. 26 days till Boston! 

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25 days till the Boston. 5 mile Tempo @ Sugar House Park.

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just a nice easy run with a couple of yassos.

Got my BAA 5k Race Information packet in the mail today. I suspect the BAA Marathon Race Packet should be here any day now?

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
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From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Mar 24, 2012 at 10:52:08 from 207.162.186.130

The training is just about over then it'll be time to get rested up and see what we can do. Keep safe and healthy!

From Jake K on Sat, Mar 24, 2012 at 11:49:07 from 67.177.21.60

i think they said we'd get info during the last week in March... so yeah, a couple more days!

From Tom Slick on Sat, Mar 24, 2012 at 18:00:10 from 69.171.160.84

Hey Jake K, What is your Boston Bib number???

From Jake K on Sat, Mar 24, 2012 at 19:44:48 from 67.177.21.60

Hey Tom - I'm #29 for Boston.

From Jake K on Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 08:45:02 from 67.177.21.60

Tom I dont know if you saw, but you can go on the BAA website and lookup what your number is

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Went out for a nice little warm up 4 mile run. Tomorrow I will do a 12 mile cut back MLR and welcome in good old taper time again. It sure feels strange to run in 60+ degree weather? Oh well.......21 days till the BAA 5K / 22 days till the marathon!!!!!!

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
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This morning on the PRT I got out and did a 12 mile MLR on the start of a cut back week and taper time going into the Boston Marathon in 21 days! Get your MoJo on!

BA9 Miles: 12.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 09:00:21 from 174.27.199.63

AWESOME way to begin the week!!! :)

From Tom Slick on Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 11:43:26 from 69.171.160.1

Teena - Hey it's all I know how to do and I hope that it's enough to get me through Boston......It's been a rough lifetime the last 13 months!

From RAD on Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 14:06:11 from 98.202.23.178

21 days! Can't wait for all the Boston hype!! Someday I hope to join in it all. Nice start to the week Slick.

From Tom Slick on Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 20:10:53 from 69.171.160.238

Ms. RAD, I hope some day that I get to run Boston with you. You better get on the ball and get BQ'ed cause I'm geting old. tyi

From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 20:17:09 from 207.162.186.130

Way to bring in Taper Time.

From Rob Murphy on Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 20:56:17 from 76.27.122.13

I actually got that giddy pre-Boston feeling today for the first time. Can't wait!

From Mauri on Mon, Mar 26, 2012 at 20:31:41 from 174.27.75.205

Nice job! I ran close to you at TOU in Sept. Hope I can keep with you in Boston.

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Today is a total rest day from running. In todays mail my Boston Marathon Runners packet arrived. Life is good.........20 days till the Marathon at Boston.

Comments
From ACorn on Mon, Mar 26, 2012 at 14:32:49 from 68.66.168.22

Sweet! Looking at the list of your running accomplishments is awesome. Your consistency is inspiring.

From Tom Slick on Mon, Mar 26, 2012 at 18:29:09 from 69.171.160.0

ACORN - Thanks for the attaboy!

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4.5 mile tempo run, as it were!

BNN Miles: 4.50
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5 miles at SHP, am.

BNN Miles: 5.00
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From timp on Wed, Mar 28, 2012 at 20:19:18 from 99.110.188.230

right on Slick! -- 18 days

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I decided to take an unscheduled rest day today.....I'll get out and do a bunch of Yassos tomorrow morning and work on my speed (or lack there of) training. I'm feeling pretty good but I do have some residule wearyness from my past marathons. Time to load up on the extra sleep.

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From Jake K on Thu, Mar 29, 2012 at 19:06:50 from 67.177.21.60

sleep is the best thing you can load up on right now!

From Hillbilly Runner on Fri, Mar 30, 2012 at 05:17:30 from 173.191.121.34

I agree, all the training should be about done, it's all about resting up and staying healthy but keeping the legs fresh for race day. Sounds like you got us quite a Boston Marathon scheduled. I can't hardly wait!!!

From timp on Fri, Mar 30, 2012 at 07:51:30 from 144.189.100.29

17 days Slick!

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7 mile tempo/hill run @SHP..

And now there are 16 days until the Greatest Running Show on Earth!

BAA!0 Miles: 7.00
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Just when I thought I was  going to have a lack luster run I go out and have one of those break through runs runs that really felt good. Yea!!!! 10 miles on the semi hilly  and quite windy PRT.....

15 days till the Boston Marathon, 14 days till the BAA 5K!

 

BNN Miles: 10.00
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From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 13:38:43 from 173.191.121.34

Nothing like a good run to build the confidence up. Way to go!!

From rAtTLeTrAp on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 13:52:39 from 98.247.27.122

Nice! I kind of wish I was running that 5k now too.

From Tom Slick on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 13:56:31 from 69.171.160.36

rAtTLeTrAp-Bummer, the race has filled up to 6000 runners and is closed. Hey, why don't you just come jog it with us? I had a friend come and run it as a Bandit with me last year? Think about it!!!

From rAtTLeTrAp on Sat, Mar 31, 2012 at 14:01:04 from 98.247.27.122

Yeah, I actually checked it the last time we talked about it and it was already sold out. I've never been a bandit, not sure I want to try that.

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I'm just going out for a short 2.5 mile rest/shake down run this am. Looks as though the weather around here is going south as the day progresses.

OK, here we go....it's now 15 days till the Boston Marathon. It's really time to get your taper on. The time for hard training has passed and given way to getting rested and getting any and all the nagging injuries under control.

A shot from the past...

Postby Tom Slick on Wed Mar 23, 2011 5:51 am

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by Tom Slick on Sun Apr 12, 2009 8:40 am

Here is the Boston Marathon course thru my eyes......this year I will be running so slow I will really be able to see it.


The Start:
Hopkinton to Natick - (0 - 10 miles), elevation drops 309 feet
The first mile and a half drops sharply but after that it goes rolley polly little hills and gets better about 10 miles out. Start your race out slower than your predicted marathon race pace, probably 5 to 10 seconds slower. I try to hold this pace out to about mile 5.

Natick to Wellesly - (10 - 13.5 miles) elevation drops 45 feet
I noticed that this part of the course is full of mild hills, nothing to worry about. Pay attention to the slant of the road here and run in the top third of the road so you won't wander towards the gutters. Start to focus in on your race and continue to quicken your pace to above your predicted marathon race pace all the while preparing for the hills to come. And Baby there coming!!!

Wellesley Square to Lower Newton Falls (13.5 - 16 miles) elevation drops 71 feet
The course continues to be the same little hills till you hit the base of Lower Newton Falls at about 14.5 miles (the real half way point in the marathon), then at about 15.5 miles the elevation drops 124 feet in the next half mile which brings you to the "Killer Chain" at Newton Falls which are the steepest and longest on the course. This 3/4 of a mile will wreck your legs if you run it too fast. Stay on the top third of the road to avoid slower runners and to get the best level footing. Get prepared for the screaming women at Wellesley College, nothing I can say can get you prepared for the mile long Scream Tunnel,move to the left of the road if you want to aviod the hand slapping and save the hearing in your right ear, You'll never forget it!

Lower Newton Falls to Cleveland Circle (16 - 22 miles) elevation rises 67 feet to 259 feet at the top of Heartbreak Hill.
So get ready to use all your hill training here. The hills terrace up and end with the famous "Heartbreak Hill". then you go over the top to a very sharp decline past Boston College that will torture your legs beyond belief.
Heartbreak Hill isn't tough it's just when and where it's located on the course, late and steep! Glide up the hills a few seconds slower than race pace and pick it up and run faster on the downhill slopes.

Cleveland Circle to Kenmore Square (elevation drops 180 feet)
At mile 22 look for the cemetery, "The Cemetery of Lost Hope," because if you haven't trained correctly for speed and hills you will be exhausted! In this downhill part of the course you can let everything you have left in the tank go and run for the finish line. Open up and run at a pace faster than your predicted race pace while recovering. Focus and maintain the end is in your sights.

The end:
Kenmore Square to the finish line (25 - 26.2 miles) elevation drops 64 feet
Look for the Citgo sign, it's about a mile to the finish line from here. This is some great road to be running on, it gently declines to the finish with just a hint of incline on Hereford Street. All I can think from this point on is it's "Show Time" baby. Concentrate on your form and any speed you can muster and get your "Smile" on for the photo at the finish line.

I Love running Boston and I hope some of this helps you do your best in Boston!

Here are some other bits of wisdom, but there just old standard things you do before any marathon.

Negative splits.

Wear nothing new to the race, like your shoes, I like to have a new pair of shoes but I like to have them gently broken in with about 50 miles on them by race day!

Start running your long run trainer at about 10:00AM to get yourself used to running later in the day. Boston starts at 10:00AM for us rank and file runners. (10: am first wave and 10:30 am second wave now)

Take heed to your pottie training, valuable minutes tick by while one rests in the green Temple of Doom. get the job done before the race starts. "The Corn Story"

If you are used to a paticular carb loading meal, you should make preprations to take it with you to Boston. I carry my pasta loading meals with me from home, that way I know exactly when and what I'm eating, no surprises!

Same thing with carb jells, purchase the ones you've trained and run with before, don't take chances using anything new!

Be prepared for just about any type of weather at Boston, I've seen it at 20 degrees and 86. I don't think I like either of them! Be prepared for rain or shine.

Remember your hydration training. It's so important at any race! Start sipping on a 16 oz. sports drink about two hours before the race starts, this will be enough hydration to get you started well hydrated.

And at Boston, sleep as long as you can in your hotel room and try to arrive for one of the later buses because you have to wait around at the athletes village for up to 4 hours before the race. Try to avoid all the extra hype that Boston can produce, remain calm and focus in on your race.
PRIOR PREPRATION PREVENTS PISS POOR PERFORMANCE

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Tom Slick
Supreme Satpurusha

Re: Boston 2011

Postby Tom Slick on Wed Mar 23, 2011 5:57 am

Re: BOSTON 2009!
by Tom Slick on Thu Apr 16, 2009 10:28 am

Hey everybody, here's course review by the famous Boston Billy Rogers:

Miles 0-2.5:
From an initial elevation of 472 feet, Route 135 drops like a roller coaster as it rambles into Ashland, site of the original starting line, used from 1897 to 1923. The gnarliest section of the descent comes in the first six-tenths of a mile, but Boston's strict seeding system, the size of its field, and the narrow road should help prevent you from careening downhill too fast. This is a good thing, so don't fight it. Stay in the middle third of the road and let the jackrabbits sprint along the edges. You'll get your chance to pass them later.

Landmark:
TJ's Food and Spirits, mile 2. Even the leather-clad Harley set gets caught up in marathon mania. This rowdy biker bar, located on the left side of the road, is the first major spectator hangout you'll pass.

Miles 2.5-5:
The course continues to lose altitude through this stretch. Resist the temptation to "Bank" minutes for the second half of the race-you'll lose twice as many when you wind up walking on Beacon Street before the finish. At the same time, avoid braking so hard you expend precious energy reining in your strides.

Miles 5-7.5:
Around the 10-K mark in Framingham, the course traverses the first of seven sets of railroad tracks. While you needn't worry about having to stop to let a locomotive pass, several members of the lead pack in 1907 were less fortunate. According to Boston Marathon veteran and history buff Tom Derderian, they got separated from the eventual winner by a slow-moving freighter.

By now, Route 135 has flattened out, allowing runners to find a consistent rhythm. "Now you're getting into a groove," says race director Dave McGillivray, a 33-time Boston finisher. If you've ignored our advice and gone out too fast, when you hit Framingham, you need to settle in. "The mile splits you'd planned, those are what you should be running now," says McGillivray.

Landmark:
Henry Wilson Shoe Shop, mile 8.5. Although staged on Patriot's Day, the state holiday that commemorates Paul Revere's ride, the Boston Marathon never touches the route Revere and his deputies traveled while sounding the alarm. At the intersection of Route 135 and Mill Street in Natick, however, it does pass the proudly preserved workspace of Henry Wilson, a local cobbler who went on to become Ulysses S. Grant's vice president.

Miles 7.5-12.5:
The course undulates as it skirts Lake Cochituate and proceeds into downtown Natick. "Some of the grade changes are imperceptible, but they do help you," says Boston Athletic Association (BAA) coach Michael Pieroni. "You can use different muscles, which lets those that have been taxed for a while get a break." Forget about even splits on the rolling terrain and focus instead on even effort. "Your pace will slow down on the upgrades," says Lisa Rainsberger, the last American to win, in 1985. "But if you keep the same cadence and the same heart rate, you'll be okay."

Landmark:
Wellesley College, mile 12.5. Because of the way the course bends, the celebrated shrieks of the school's 2,400 students will reach your ears well before you pass by them. If you don't get chills once you hit this gauntlet of sound, say even the most hard-boiled Boston vets, you must not have a pulse.

Miles 15-16.5:
On its way into Newton Lower Falls, Route 135 plummets 150 feet in a half mile, the steepest drop since the opening plunge out of Hopkinton. "It's a terrible hill," says Bill Squires, famed former coach of the Greater Boston Track Club, noting that what makes it so troublesome is the punishing haul up the bridge over Route 128 that immediately follows. "To me, the climb up over 128 has always been the toughest part of the whole race," adds McGillivray. "You don't look for it, because nobody talks about it. And then you say, 'Wait a minute, I'm going up.' And then you keep going up and up." The bridge's exposure to the elements adds to its difficulty. "If there's a weather problem of any sort, this area seems to call it out," says Cambridge Running Club coach Fred Treseler. "If it's sunny, it's always very hot. If it's a windy day, it's twice as bad here." Consider yourself warned. Put your head down, stay focused, and maybe repeat a mantra-something like "This too shall pass."

Miles 16.5-17.5:
"If you're under pace, this is the point to really slow it down and regroup, and make sure you're truly getting ready for the last hills," Pieroni says. Anyone who feels their legs fading here should "go to their arms," suggests Rainsberger. Driving your elbows back a bit harder than normal helps bring up your knees. "And that's going to spread out the workload."

Entering the 17th mile, you'll encounter two potentially vital relief stations. In front of the Woodland Country Club, you'll find volunteers distributing Power Gel on both sides of the course. To the right sits an MBTA (or "T," as the locals call it) trolley stop. (Note: All day on marathon day, flashing your official bib number lands you a free T ride. But don't get on it here!)

Landmark:
Newton Fire Station, mile 17.5. For the first time in the entire race, the course takes a sharp turn, bearing right at this handsome red-brick building onto Commonwealth Avenue and the first of the infamous Newton hills.
Miles 17.5-21:
Here we go: Take a deep breath, set your eyes on the road ahead, and motor on, tackling the slopes one at a time as you start up the series of rises that ends with the famous Heartbreak Hill. "The first one is pretty long, but it has the gentlest grade," says Pieroni. Shorten your strides slightly until you reach the top, then switch into recovery mode as you drop 50 feet over the next mile. The second hill rears up just past the Johnny Kelley statue-on the left side of the street, opposite Newton City Hall-and leads to a short, level patch of road that fools some fatigue-addled runners into thinking the worst is over, when Heartbreak proper still looms. Draw encouragement from the boisterous crowds lining the course. Dick Beardsley, who finished second behind Alberto Salazar in their famous 1982 duel, says, "I thought the crowds helped me here more than anywhere else."

Miles 22-25:
Before entering Cleveland Circle at mile 22, the race turns abruptly right onto Chestnut Hill Avenue, then left 300 yards later onto Beacon Street. By mile 23, you'll be descending steadily; in the twenty-fourth, the downward pitch becomes even more pronounced.

If you're still feeling good, "the course is finally sweet to you at the end," Rodgers says. "It gives you all this good downhill, and you can just glide." If you're struggling, Rainsberger advises taking things a few shuffling steps at a time. "Break it down into smaller sums. You can see the darn CITGO sign forever, so don't look for that. Look for the next water station or mile marker." As you approach Kenmore Square, beware the Mass. Pike overpass near Fenway Park. It's just a bump, really, but it won't seem like that now.

Landmark: Cemetery Mile, mile 23. "People get to the top of Heartbreak and they say, 'Damn, I made it!'"Meyer says. "Then they go charging down the hill to Boston College, and then their legs are finished." After crossing Lake Street, anyone who commits that error will be left to suffer in relative solitude. Trolley tracks paralleling Commonwealth Avenue on the left keep away supporters. What's more, to the right stands Evergreen Cemetery. "I call it the Cemetery of Lost Hope," Squires says. Treseler adds, "It's really a no-man's-land. All of a sudden, everything goes quiet. It's very easy to become distracted or deflated."

Miles 25-26.2:
During his showdown with Salazar, Beardsley tripped over a pothole as the two flew through Kenmore Square. The stumble barely threw him off stride-he actually credits the mishap with loosening a perilously tight hamstring-and in retrospect, it's no surprise he kept going. Once you get this far, nothing will stop you from finishing.

A straight shot down Common- wealth Avenue leads you to a right onto Hereford Street and a final short incline before hooking a left onto Boylston. Keep the legs churning and the arms swinging. And most of all, soak in the Olympian roar-and the view of the finish-once you make that turn. "You've reached the point of no return," McGillivray says. No matter what the race clock reads, "you can claim victory now."

Landmark:
Kenmore Square MBTA Stop, near mile 25 and the CITGO sign. Some say infamous bandit Rosie Ruiz walked out of this station and jumped in the race for her ill-gained "First place" finish in 1980. Having earned your medal, you'll want to celebrate. Avoid the Copley Square T (it's closed), and go to Arlington Street, the Hynes Convention Center, or Back Bay Station. And try to stay awake for a postrace party.PRIOR PREPRATION PREVENTS PISS POOR PERFORMANCE

PAY ME NOW OR PAY ME LATER
Tom Slick
Supreme Satpurusha

BAA!0 Miles: 2.50
Comments
From Jake K on Sun, Apr 01, 2012 at 11:17:49 from 67.177.21.60

Great course tips. Thanks for posting those!

From Kam on Wed, Apr 04, 2012 at 10:23:46 from 68.66.163.179

Thanks, Slick. I hope to apply some of my new-found knowledge next week. I've bookmarked this entry.

From Tom Slick on Fri, Apr 06, 2012 at 16:58:32 from 69.171.160.2

Kam - If this is your first time to do the Boston I highly suggest that you take the bus tour of the race course. It's really a big help to see it prior to running it.

I see from your blog this isn't your first trip to the Big Show!

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Taper training schedule day off........

Total Distance
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Don't you just love Taper time.For some reason I am really liking this one so much better than any taper time before. tyi. 12 days till Boston.

I think I'm getting excited to get back to Boston!

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Apr 04, 2012 at 07:18:56 from 207.162.187.46

Good on you my friend.Enjoy your tapper! You're going to have a "Great" run at Boston. Now all you have to do is get the weather Gypsies to bring us some good weather.

From Tom Slick on Wed, Apr 04, 2012 at 09:55:31 from 168.179.157.140

Hey Hillbilly Runner....I'm gettin' after the gypsies every day now! And they better show up with the goods in 12 days!!!!

Total Distance
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Nice 4.5 mile am SHP run. tempo style run.

BAA!0 Miles: 4.50
Comments
From Smooth on Wed, Apr 04, 2012 at 14:40:47 from 174.27.212.157

Happy taper time, coach! :)

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Take a look at this weather report for Marathon Monday at the Boston! If you don't like this one just wait 15 minutes till you see the next forecast! Just yesterday the gypsies had it snowing on Marathon Monday...Go figure!

Sunday Apr 15 Colder with periods of rain 59°Lo 52°

Monday Apr 16 Warmer with clearing 70°Lo 53° more

Tuesday Apr 17 Colder with clouds; p.m. rain 55°Lo 51° more

Wednesday Apr 18 Colder with rain 43°Lo 35° more Thursday

Apr 19 Rain 46°Lo 34

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From Jake K on Thu, Apr 05, 2012 at 09:11:47 from 155.100.226.54

I love how the forecast changes every 3 hours! Its comical at this point.

From Tom Slick on Thu, Apr 05, 2012 at 16:03:41 from 168.179.157.140

JakeK - Yes it is comical....I think thats why I keep looking at it. I know that it will change every day until race day, It has done this the last 9 times that I've been to Boston. It's gunna be "What you see is what you get"!!!

From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Apr 05, 2012 at 20:43:20 from 173.191.121.34

I'm going to show up and run whatever the weather is !!! but I still can't help but look several times a day.

From Tom Slick on Fri, Apr 06, 2012 at 05:59:09 from 69.171.160.216

HBR - I totally understand . I can't stop myself from checking in on the forecast every day, several times a day. I must be sick. I better go out and run it out of my system! Take care!

Total Distance
5.00

easy 5 miles on the PRT.

The Boston weather outlook: 

15 Mostly Sunny
65° Lo 52°
Hist. Avg
55° Lo 41°

16 Rain
66° Lo 46°
Hist. Avg
56° Lo 41°

17 Cloudy
69° Lo 55°
Hist. Avg
56° Lo 41°

18 Rain
60° Lo 53°
Hist. Avg
57° Lo 42°                                                                                                 

 10 days till the Boston.....

BNN Miles: 5.00
Comments
From Smooth on Fri, Apr 06, 2012 at 11:58:43 from 174.27.212.157

Did I see RAIN? I love to run in rain as long as it is not horizontal rain!

From Tom Slick on Fri, Apr 06, 2012 at 12:03:20 from 69.171.160.228

Smooth - Still too soon to tell what were gunna get in Boston in 10 days? Today it says rain, tomorrow, who knows?

From rAtTLeTrAp on Fri, Apr 06, 2012 at 12:07:07 from 98.247.27.122

Never mind the temps and precip. I'm watching the wind direction :)

Total Distance
10.00

The forecast for BOSTON:

Apr 15
overnight lo 47

Monday
Apr 16
Periods of rain 66°Lo 52

 Winds
SW at 9 mph
Gusts: 24 mph
 
Periods of rain

Nine days till Show time at the Starting line in Hopkinton.....then on through Askland, Framingham, Natick, Wellesley, Newton, Brookline, and into the finish line ....Boston!

Today was my last 10 mile run before Boston. Did it at an easy pace, 1 to 2 minutes slower than my expected marathon pace. It was a nice run. Now it all down hill to Boston....all I have to do is survive the taper madness and not go out for any unscheduled runs or other foolishness!


BA9 Miles: 10.00
Total Distance
0.00

Boston weather info:

Next 5 Days

  • Friday

    Apr 13

    Breezy with periods of sun 54°Lo 44°
  • Saturday

    Apr 14

    Some sunshine 59°Lo 46°
    more
  • Sunday

    Apr 15

    Times of clouds and sun 61°Lo 49°
    more
  • Monday

    Apr 16

    Periods of rain 59°Lo 50°
    more
  • Tuesday

    Apr 17

    Partly sunny and warmer 70°Lo 54

Looks like those rain clouds just keep hanging around on Marathon Monday with sunshine the day before and after...

Comments
From timp on Mon, Apr 09, 2012 at 08:32:06 from 99.110.188.230

that looks like perfect race weather, Slick - if the winds are calm or at your back!

Total Distance
6.00

6 mile run today on the PRT. 7 days till Boston.

Boston weather update:

Previous 5 Days Next 5 Days
Partly Sunny Hi 62° RealFeel® 65°

Day

Wind
  • N at 7 mph
  • Gusts: 27 mph

Partly sunny

  • Max UV Index: (low)
  • Thunderstorm Probability: 4%
  • Amount of Precipitation: 0.00 in
  • Amount of Rain: 0.00 in
  • Amount of Snow: 0.0 in
  • Amount of Ice: 0.00 in
  • Hours of Precipitation: 0  hrs
  • Hours of Rain: 0 hrs
Rain Lo 51° RealFeel® 50°

Night

Wind
  • E at 4 mph
  • Gusts: 17 mph

Periods of rain

So there you have it, chance 22. At least there predicting sunshine and a nice breeze behind us on Monday the 16th!

BNN Miles: 6.00
Comments
From timp on Mon, Apr 09, 2012 at 13:20:04 from 144.189.100.25

one week Slick - one week

From Tom Slick on Mon, Apr 09, 2012 at 16:21:09 from 168.179.157.140

TimP - Yes, and I'm as ready as I going to get.....

From timp on Mon, Apr 09, 2012 at 16:22:22 from 144.189.100.25

ready to rock and roll!

From Mauri on Mon, Apr 09, 2012 at 20:43:21 from 174.27.73.227

Thanks so much for keeping us posted!

From Tom Slick on Tue, Apr 10, 2012 at 08:31:04 from 168.179.157.140

Watching the weather keeps me from paying too much attention to my taper madness........

Total Distance
5.25

nice eash taper run......gettin' all the parts feeling good!

BAA!0 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
0.00

Taper rest day

Total Distance
3.00

probably go out for about 3 sometime today.....

BA9 Miles: 3.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 12:04:42 from 207.162.187.46

Keep'em loose less than 4 days till "BOSTON"

From Tom Slick on Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 15:09:46 from 168.179.157.140

Yes sir Bro-Hillbilly Runner.....4 days

From Rhett on Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 22:09:17 from 74.32.209.119

Good luck in Boston Slick

From rAtTLeTrAp on Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 22:50:09 from 98.247.27.122

I said the same thing this morning and ended up running 6. Hi, my name is Mike and I have a running problem... See you in beantown!

From timp on Fri, Apr 13, 2012 at 06:34:01 from 99.110.188.230

Hey Slick - don't overheat up there in Boston!

From Hillbilly Runner on Fri, Apr 13, 2012 at 08:23:36 from 207.162.187.46

Hey Slick, pack up some of that cooler weather and bring with you to Boston.

Total Distance
0.00

Good morning all you FRB Flyers - That's it, it's all done but the crying. I'm off to Boston later today to meet up with many of my fellow friends and runners to run the Boston Marathon. Good luck to all of you that are runnning the Boston Marathon this coming Monday! Go out and do good.  Make your Momma proud! tyi.....................

Be sure to wave or stop by for a beer with my  peeps at the Biker Bar at the 2 mile mark. There on the left hand side of the street, can't miss it! The odor of beer can be detected in the air as you approach!!!!!! It's Boston, go for it, have a great time!!!!

Comments
From Jake K on Fri, Apr 13, 2012 at 09:11:19 from 155.100.226.54

Good luck Tom! Safe travels.

From rAtTLeTrAp on Fri, Apr 13, 2012 at 09:22:04 from 98.247.27.122

They need to move that bar to the top of heartbreak hill. That's where I could really use a cold one :)

From Tom Slick on Fri, Apr 13, 2012 at 09:41:28 from 168.179.157.140

Hey rAtTLeTrAp - The Hash Hound Harriers, the beer drinking club with a running problem, have a beer tent at the Base of Heart Break Hill and the hand out beer like hydration at theri water stop. Prepare for the heat...good luck.

From Smooth on Fri, Apr 13, 2012 at 09:45:20 from 173.162.150.51

Hey Slick! I'm here staying this first night at a different hotel down the street from Radisson! The temp is perfect now but forecast says it is going to be 80 on Monday! Hope you packed your singlet!

From rAtTLeTrAp on Fri, Apr 13, 2012 at 09:59:03 from 98.247.27.122

Tom - That sounds like a recipe for hurling about half way up the hill :)

From timp on Sun, Apr 15, 2012 at 18:02:47 from 99.110.188.230

Have a blast Slick!

From timp on Mon, Apr 16, 2012 at 13:24:39 from 144.189.100.26

Nice job in that heat today, Slick!

From Rhett on Tue, Apr 17, 2012 at 10:13:54 from 170.215.58.122

Congrats on another Boston finish Slick. I wish I had been there, but glad I missed the crazy hot year.

From timp on Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 17:54:14 from 99.110.188.230

Slick - race report? ?

Total Distance
0.00

Rest

Total Distance
3.10

The day before the Boston Marathon I ran, well kinda' ran, the BAA 5K! It's a nice fun run around the Boston Commons past the capitol and back down to near the Boston Marathon finish line on Boylston.

 

Comments
From timp on Fri, Apr 20, 2012 at 07:09:43 from 144.188.24.25

hey - no race report Slick??

From Tom Slick on Fri, Apr 20, 2012 at 12:28:34 from 69.171.160.202

Hey Bro timP - it's coming....

From timp on Fri, Apr 20, 2012 at 12:35:56 from 144.188.24.25

I guess I can wait...

From rAtTLeTrAp on Sat, Apr 21, 2012 at 05:10:33 from 67.118.51.119

Still waiting...

From DaleG on Sat, Apr 21, 2012 at 23:29:17 from 71.199.57.238

I hope you're not posting your race report because it was a horrible experience.

From Tom Slick on Sun, Apr 22, 2012 at 01:15:19 from 69.171.160.133

Sorry guys, I'll try to finish it tomorrow morning....and yes, Boston was a brutal experience this year.

From DaleG on Sun, Apr 22, 2012 at 19:02:21 from 71.199.57.238

That's not good. I hope you weren't injured.

Race: The Boston Marathon (26.2 Miles) 04:10:16
Total Distance
26.20

"The real contest is always between what you've done and what you're capable of doing. You measure yourself against yourself and nobody else."--Geoffrey Gaberino

Wow! I don't even know where to start this belated race report of my experience at the 116th BOSTON marathon for 2012. I think I have to load up the "Way Back Machine" and remember what got me to my first Boston Marathon. For me I would say that it was my very first marathon in 1998, The St. George Marathon, that aimed me at even thinking that I could do The Boston. In 1997 at the age of 46 I took on the challenge of running a marathon with my best old friend Joe. He had come to me with the bright idea that we could actually run a marathon at least once in our lives. I trained up and run the SGM, with Joe, in 1998 in 3:39:44 at 47 years of age. Just after the race I told myself and Joe that I'd never do another marathon as long as I lived. Then two weeks later I found myself looking at my time at the SGM '98 thinking that if I had run it just a few minutes faster I could qualify to apply for the Boston Marathon. So what I guess I'm trying to say is, this is where the dream of doing Boston started and now I've completed 10 Boston marathons!

For me the Boston 2012 started on October 2, 1999 when I ran my second St. George Marathon at 3:21:26 at the age of 48 and qualified to apply for my first Boston Marathon in 2000. I really trained up hard to achieve my goal and ran Boston 2000 in 20 degree weather with a 3:52:34 at 49 years of age. What a nightmare running in the cold was that year!

Boston Marathons: 2000-3:52:34 2003-3:54:30 2004-3:56:00 2005-3:37:46 2006-3:29:57 2007-3:34:34 2008-3:30:25 2009-4:42:27 2011-3:45:01 2012-4:10:16...

So here I am at the Boston 2012 at age 61 running the Boston in the second hottest marathon monday in the 116 year history of the Boston Marathon. I had already run the third hottest Boston Marathon in 2003. The experience of running the Boston Marathon is something that I will cherish for the rest of time. I know that I am not an elite marathon runner by any stretch of the imagination and at my best I barely qualify to be classified as a good recreational runner. But none the less, I've qualified and ran "10" Boston Marathons.

I couldn't believe that the Boston 116 th was going to be such a hot one. I started the weather watch about two weeks before race day and was totally amazed at the different weather gypsies forecasts that were being give. The one thing they kept coming back to was the fact that April 16th was going to be hot, just how hot they couldn't make up their minds! In the past I've run "hot" marathons and I knew full well that this Boston was going to be trouble for me and everybody else in it!

At the St. George Marathon 2010, where I ran a 3:30:53 in the blistering heat of the high desert and used this time to qualify for the 2012 Boston, I related the high heat situation to the 2012 Boston Marathon and tried to plan accordingly to survive the 2012 Boston.

It was amazing walking over to the bus loading zone to head out to the athletes village and you didn't need a jacket or long pants.....I knew we were all in some kind of trouble at that point.

In the village I tried to sit quietly by and try to contemplate running the Boston Bataan Death March run.

About 10:am we packed up and headed for the gear bag bus and then to the starting area. I was in the second wave, fifth corral, I just made it there when it was time to head out down the long winding hot road to Boston. I thought I had a pretty good plan to get me there!

Our race started and we were off. I planned to start slow and remain in control hoping for a 3:45:00 race that day.....wow, was I in for a big fat hot surprise.

I was pretty much in control for the first 7 or 8 miles and then the heat really started to pick up. I had previously upped my hydration intake and was feeling good even as the heat started up. Later reports say that it was 88 degrees in the air and about 95 degrees on the black top.

I was doing pretty good, but slowing down as I reached 14 miles. The heat was getting bad and the direct sun was starting to burn the exposed flesh on my shoulders. That’s when out of nowhere Hillbilly Runner (Ronnie) popped up and said that he was having some heat problems and I should just keep on running, see ya at the finish line.

From about the 14 mile area I started taking double cups of water and Gatorade and then pouring two cups over my head at each water stop. the March continues....

The rest of the race then got to be a blur, it was so hot and all I wanted to do was get it over with. It seemed like I couldn't get enough water and I couldn't keep my hands cool, and the heat kept building.

I tried to keep my pace up but it just wasn't happening. It just kept getting harder and harder to keep pushing forward. It didn't take too awful long to figure out I wasn't going to make my planned race time.

I couldn't believe all the runners that were dropping out around and from in front of me. It was awful to see some of the misery that was going on. It almost makes me think that that I could have taken a pass and got into next years race.....too late for that, I was already on the course.

Oh ya before I go on, I got on the left hand side of the road just before the 2 mile mark and met up with my peeps at the biker bar. Considering the outcome of my race I should have stopped and had a 20 oz beer with the gang. Instead, I high fived a bunch of them and grabbed a small cup of beer for the road and kept on moving. Then again at the bottom of Heart Break Hill the Hash Hound Harriers were having a really big beer party, I really wanted to stop but I really wanted to get this race in the books before it cooked me.

Anyway, I just suffered through to the end of the race getting a pretty good round of applause when I pulled out my cigar and beet feet for the finish.....right at Hereford, left at Boylston, go for the finish line.

I clocked in a 4:10:16. Wow, that was a good 25 minutes slower that my planned finish time. The heat was brutal!

At the end I felt pretty good, I felt like I had planned fairly well and didn't dehydrate too badly on my journey. But I was trashed, that had to be the hardest marathon I've ever had to finish.

Oh well, that’s life in the slow hot lane. Now it's time to get ready to run the Ing New York Marathon in November 2012. Take care everybody.....................

One last thought. I can't help thinking that everything we do as runners is calculated right down to the smallest detail and is controlled with precision. Then when race day shows up we all line up at the starting line and run in what ever weather shows up. All that control out the window with the only thing that we have no control over. "The Weather"!

Tom Slick out...

 

 

  Thank you to all of my friends who have helped me along the way.....

B9-10 Miles: 26.20
Comments
From DaleG on Tue, Apr 24, 2012 at 11:35:05 from 71.199.57.238

Well done, considering that brutal heat. I know for a fact I wouldn't have survived, but you pulled yourself together and finished.

From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Apr 25, 2012 at 06:17:20 from 207.162.187.46

You the Man. You took what the day gave us and made the "Best" of it. Congratulations !!!!!

From Rhett on Wed, Apr 25, 2012 at 14:45:04 from 170.215.58.122

Great job finishing your 10th Boston! You're an inspiration.

From timp on Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 09:54:52 from 144.189.100.26

awesome report Slick!! I didn't know you started running these at 46/47. Very cool -

Good job planning and dealing with the heat.

Get all healed up and then start ramping up for NYC!

From rAtTLeTrAp on Fri, Apr 27, 2012 at 05:59:06 from 141.0.9.30

Congrats on knocking out number 10! It was a hot one for sure. Sorry I didn't have a chance to say hello while we were there. Maybe next time. If I ever run this one again I have a feeling you'll be there.

Total Distance
0.00

rest and sight seeing in the Boston area

Total Distance
0.00

more rest and travel back to SLC.

Total Distance
0.00

more res at home, all day.

Total Distance
0.00

another rest day......1/2 day at work

Total Distance
0.00

I'm getting pretty used to this rest and eating everything in sight!

Total Distance
5.00

Got out of bed this morning and got out for a 5 mile recovery run.....It felt great! I'm really looking forward to getting ready and running the Ing New York Marathon......

B9-10 Miles: 5.00
Total Distance
0.00

Regularly scheduled rest day.....back on the road @4:am Tuesday! TYI.....

Total Distance
4.00

Got out the door this morning at at 4am to beat the heat and catch a recovery run. I'm still feeling the effects of the Boston / Bataan death march.....Everything feels pretty good...no major issues. I'm ready to get my training on for the New York Marathon......

BNN Miles: 4.00
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Apr 24, 2012 at 14:39:23 from 174.27.212.157

Isn't NYC Marathon in Nov.? Oh yah, I'll say you have plenty of time to get ready for the training. Glad you're recovering well from the Boston Massacre! :)

From timp on Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 06:35:10 from 144.189.100.26

Hey Slick - cool - have you done NYC before?

From Tom Slick on Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 15:34:24 from 69.171.160.247

Smooth - I'm sure glad that that I have a really big time period to get all recovered and ready to do the NYC. NYC is in November '12.

TimP - This trip to NYC will be my first...It will be like starting all over again...a brand new place for me to go run 26.2!

From timp on Fri, Apr 27, 2012 at 05:53:18 from 144.189.100.26

Very cool - I would be very excited.

Slick - I can guarantee it won't be 90 degrees at NYC marathon!

Total Distance
6.00

6 miles on the PTR at  5am

B9-10 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 19:11:45 from 207.162.187.46

Way to get the miles in before it gets to Hot. Isn't this years weather Crazy?

From Tom Slick on Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 21:11:06 from 69.171.160.233

actually the weather seems to be more normal than usual!

From Hillbilly Runner on Fri, Apr 27, 2012 at 05:00:18 from 173.191.121.34

Not here in Kentucky for the most part we've been a lot hotter and dryer than normal.

Total Distance
5.00

nice five miler this am.... lifes gettting back to normal!

BA NYC Miles: 5.00
Comments
From Marlin on Sat, Apr 28, 2012 at 13:16:00 from 174.27.77.107

Hey Slick, glad to see you getting back at it, it was nice to meet you at the finish line at Boston. It was one hell of a hot run.

From Tom Slick on Sat, Apr 28, 2012 at 17:01:13 from 69.171.160.0

Marlin - I really thought the ill effects of the Boston Death March this year would hang around a whole bunch longer.....Hey congrats on your 3:29:XX, thats really something for such a blistering day!

From Smooth on Tue, May 01, 2012 at 21:43:02 from 174.27.212.157

Looks like you're recovering well.

Total Distance
4.00

back on the road again. I have been off the past week with a chest cold hense the no running. But thats all behind me as of this morning. Now its time to get my act in gear and down the road to New York.

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From timp on Mon, May 07, 2012 at 06:35:11 from 144.188.24.26

Hey Slick, I hope you are feeling better.

From Tom Slick on Mon, May 07, 2012 at 08:26:43 from 168.179.157.58

TimP - Thanks Tim, I am feeling much better, just a little gunk in the throat and it has passed. the run was uneventful and actually very pleasing. I finished up my training plans and schedule to get me through a 5K, a 10K, a half mary and then on to New York in November.......PPPPPP

From Tom Slick on Mon, May 07, 2012 at 14:54:39 from 168.179.157.58

Todays Thought:

Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is.

-Vince Lombardi

From timp on Mon, May 07, 2012 at 15:08:48 from 144.188.24.26

yeah Slick -

From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, May 08, 2012 at 15:59:48 from 173.191.121.34

Glad to see that you're feeling better and back out on the road again.

Total Distance
6.00

6 easy miles at 4:am..........

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, May 10, 2012 at 05:42:02 from 173.191.121.34

To early for me !!! Way to get up and get it done.

Total Distance
6.00

just scootin'down the road for New York......

To anybody interested, The Surf City USA Marathon is open for early registration? I think I'll do this one in 2013.....

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Thu, May 10, 2012 at 15:11:49 from 174.27.199.63

Scootin' is always fun!! :)

From DaleG on Thu, May 10, 2012 at 23:07:31 from 152.216.7.5

I'm sure you'll do great running it again.

From Tom Slick on Sat, May 12, 2012 at 14:00:00 from 69.171.160.88

TM - Yes, scootin' is fun. Now that life is getting back to normal and running is getting there too.

Dale - Are you having any thoughts about doing the Surf City?

From DaleG on Sat, May 12, 2012 at 16:26:46 from 66.87.66.15

The thought crossed my mind. I'll have to think about it for a while.

Total Distance
6.00

Nice pre-Ogden 6 miler with Smooth and gang...even if I'm not running ogden....

BNN Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
8.00

Boy did it warm up today. Feels like it was about 70 degrees when I went out for my 8 mile kinda long run this mid-morning.

Happy Mothers Day to all you mothers! Heres hoping that you all have a fun and peaceful day!

 

B9-10 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, May 13, 2012 at 19:18:49 from 207.162.187.46

I know what you mean about the heat. I almost ditched the run and went mountain biking and probably would have if I'd had more time.

Way to get it done in the Heat !!!

From Teena Marie on Sun, May 13, 2012 at 23:26:31 from 174.27.218.198

NICE (heat and all). :)

From timp on Mon, May 14, 2012 at 20:09:55 from 99.110.188.230

nice job Slick - !

Total Distance
5.35

5.35 m @ 4:am.......nothing special just building base miles and running in the cool of the early morning...

BA NYC Miles: 7.00
Comments
From timp on Wed, May 16, 2012 at 11:28:09 from 144.189.100.28

nice job Slick!

From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, May 16, 2012 at 18:45:04 from 207.162.187.46

Way to get up and get it done.

You the Man !!!

From Tom Slick on Thu, May 17, 2012 at 05:47:30 from 69.171.160.101

TimP - Thanks. Hows your running life coming along these days?

Bro-HBR, I really hate running in the heat? I wonder if Boston has anything to do with that!

From timp on Thu, May 17, 2012 at 08:24:02 from 99.110.188.230

hey Slick - been building the milage each week for a few weeks now. It feels good.

Total Distance
5.45

5.45 mile, 4:am, Tempo run. It's so peaceful, cool and quiet out runing at this time of the morning!

BA9 Miles: 5.45
Comments
From timp on Thu, May 17, 2012 at 08:27:22 from 99.110.188.230

very cool Slick - it is a great time to run. I love that feeling of running before anyone else is out on the road (not that I do it very often).

From Teena Marie on Thu, May 17, 2012 at 09:23:45 from 174.27.218.198

Agreed!!! :) :) :)

Total Distance
8.00

OK, it was a very nice morning to get out for a short 8 mile hill run. One week from today I kick off my real training for the Ing NYC marathon. TYI.....

BA9 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From timp on Tue, May 22, 2012 at 06:33:18 from 99.110.188.230

nice Sunday run, Slick!

Total Distance
5.34

4am 5.34m run this am....

BAA!0 Miles: 5.34
Comments
From timp on Tue, May 22, 2012 at 08:38:31 from 144.188.24.33

that's a nice round number

From Tom Slick on Tue, May 22, 2012 at 17:36:55 from 69.171.160.167

Ya TimP, It's pretty tough to come up with that number consistantly? It will probably be the same tomorrow morning?

From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, May 22, 2012 at 20:28:57 from 207.162.187.46

Nice !!!!

Total Distance
5.36

5.36m Tempo run @ 4:am. About 54 degrees this am made for a more comfortable run.

BA NYC Miles: 5.36
Comments
From timp on Wed, May 23, 2012 at 06:22:09 from 144.188.24.31

great tempo Slick!

From Smooth on Wed, May 23, 2012 at 12:39:36 from 174.27.212.157

WAY to get your runs in so early to beat the heat! Looks like you're training well for your upcoming 5K! :)

From RAD on Wed, May 23, 2012 at 12:48:12 from 98.202.23.178

4AM - yup, you're crazy :) Nice work Slickster!

Total Distance
6.00

4am, 6 mile Tempo style run. Wow it was about 41 degrees this morning. The roads were wet from a light rain last night....quite delightful.

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From timp on Thu, May 24, 2012 at 09:20:43 from 144.189.100.29

Rock n Roll, Slick!

From Tom Slick on Thu, May 24, 2012 at 17:35:25 from 69.171.160.3

Bro-TimP, the only way to get the job done is to do it yourself.....I think I'm on board with this early morning running. Now I just have to adjust the other end of my day to max out my potential sleep time!!!

Total Distance
0.00

Friday is rest day......for some?

Comments
From timp on Fri, May 25, 2012 at 10:47:31 from 144.189.100.25

nice job on the rest day, Slick!

From Tom Slick on Sat, May 26, 2012 at 07:07:52 from 69.171.160.208

Thanks for the attaboy for my rest day, I am pretty good about using them? Probably too good!

Total Distance
7.21

7 am run in the hills.....7.21 miles. Overcast sky with a hint of rain in the air. 55F. TYI.....

BAA!0 Miles: 7.21
Total Distance
7.21

Got out for another hill run this am. Same hill coures, same distance. Life is good!

Happy Memorial Day!!!! Thank you to all that have served, are serving or will serve!

BA9 Miles: 7.21
Comments
From MarcE on Sun, May 27, 2012 at 22:21:53 from 204.16.82.120

You're welcome. And right back at you!

Total Distance
0.00

rest day...

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, May 29, 2012 at 18:20:38 from 173.191.121.34

Hope you enjoyed your rest day and had a Happy Memorial Day !!!!

From Tom Slick on Wed, May 30, 2012 at 07:44:37 from 168.179.157.58

HBR - I did enjoy my rest day and Memorial Day, so much so I took off Tuesday too.

Total Distance
6.00

Wow, 4:am comes early. Got it out of bed and on the road! It was just about 50f this morning and it was just super peaceful. I think I only saw two vehicles on the road and probably five other runners......I don't know if I'm ready but I doing the Nestle 5k in Springville Utah. Hope to see You there!

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From timp on Wed, May 30, 2012 at 12:57:29 from 144.189.100.25

good luck in the 5k - go get that AG win, Slick!

From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, May 30, 2012 at 17:16:00 from 173.191.121.34

Do you carry a "Cigar" with you on the 5K's or is that just Marathons?

From Tom Slick on Wed, May 30, 2012 at 19:53:14 from 69.171.160.199

TimP - I'm still getting my legs back under me from Boston and I don't know if I can muster the needed speed to grab a 1st in AG, but I will try!

HBRunner - Ya know, In the past I've only done the cigar thing at marathons and half marathons. Those rabbit races are just too demanding on breathing and all to stuff a cigar in my face before the finish line. If I think I can win my AG in this one I'll pull the cigar out......if not.....

Total Distance
7.00

7 m @ 4 a.....

BAA!0 Miles: 7.00
Total Distance
0.00

rest day before the Nestle 5k....

Comments
From timp on Fri, Jun 01, 2012 at 09:02:41 from 144.189.100.27

good luck tomorrow!

From Tom Slick on Fri, Jun 01, 2012 at 12:04:22 from 69.171.160.105

Thank you TimP - I'll go give it my best and hope all the other old guy stay home.

Race: Nestle 5k Art City Days Family Run (3.1 Miles) 00:23:59, Place in age division: 1
Total Distance
3.10

This was the 12th time that I have attended this great family race. It's got to be the most friendly and most competitive 5K in Utah!

Again, there isn't any place I'd rather be on the first Saturday in June to run a 5K! The Nestle Art City Days 5k is an intuition that deserves our respect.

Again, it was a beautiful morning to run in Springville, the sky was overcast and the temperature was at @ 62 degrees with a bit of a swirling breeze.

Again, I lined up at the front of the race near the starting line to effect my very old race strategy, that being, if I start in front of my age division runners I can stay in front of them till the end.

The race went off at 7:30 am Sharp! Again, I use again, this is my 12th time to run this fun run. It's got to be the most competitive fun run anywhere!

The signal went up to start and I did, I thought that I had paid enough attention to a pre race warm up but by the time I was out to about the first quarter mile mark my lungs were burning and I thought I was going to give up the will to live. It was time to lace 'em up and keep up the pace as planned. I caught my breath and told myself to keep the faith and keep on running, it's only a 5K and your almost done already.


By then I was at the hill where the race make a turn around and you head back to the high school and the finish line. If you can't run the length of this short hill at a steady pace you will lose many many places in your race to the finish and I "did not" take the piano from the bear on the hill this year!

So around the corner I went with all kinds of younger runner passing me, but to my delight I was still "Geezering" bunches of other runners young and old!. Sometimes this can be a bit heartbreaking but one must remember that this race is really all about you and the clock from start to finish and if you happen beat anybody else to the finish line it's just the sweet icing on the cake of running.

At the two mile mark I sucked down a cup of water that I don't think that I really needed but it was there. I had my brief water break slowdown and then it was off to the finish as well as I could get my short, fat old man body down the road.

I pushed on and made the turn at the high school and entered the big red rubberized track and tried to put on my best face and finish the race to the finish. And yes Brother HillBilly Runner, I sported my big cigar and finished my 12th Nestle 5k.

23:59 (un-official time), 1st. Plc. 60-64 men.

Again, at the raffle I managed to catch a Frisbee and then was completely skunked from any of the other prizes that they gave out. But one of the younger kids in our running party managed to win an I-POD. Good on Grace, this was her first run "ever". What a great day for her!

What can I say, I had a ball running this yearly classic. I got out and gave it the best shot I could, again! This race gives me hope that this years racing plans will be fun and successful after last years brutal campaign of multiple race running.

 

PRIOR PREPRATION PREVENTS PISS POOR PERFORMANCE

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From timp on Sun, Jun 03, 2012 at 12:11:26 from 99.110.188.230

Great race report and awesome job with the ag win!!

From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Jun 03, 2012 at 15:21:28 from 207.162.187.46

My to keep those legs going and picking up that AG win !!!!

Congratulations !!!

From Smooth on Sun, Jun 03, 2012 at 21:13:56 from 99.108.69.56

CONGRATZ on successfully defending your AG title! Very entertaining report! Great race and indicator of a good race year for you! Wasoooo!

Total Distance
0.00

Rest day

Comments
From MarcE on Mon, Jun 04, 2012 at 08:58:22 from 204.16.82.120

Excellent.

From Tom Slick on Mon, Jun 04, 2012 at 16:16:02 from 168.179.157.58

Yea Marc, after all these years I'm getting really good at doing "Rest Days"!

Total Distance
4.00

4 miles at 4 am......Yowzza, it was hot out there this morning....Like 73 degrees. I'm sure missing winter!

BA NYC Miles: 4.00
Comments
From timp on Tue, Jun 05, 2012 at 06:02:14 from 99.110.188.230

oh boy, I'll take 73 any day.

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jun 05, 2012 at 16:24:20 from 168.179.157.58

TimP - It looks like tomorrow morning it will dip down into the low 4o's.......cool

From timp on Tue, Jun 05, 2012 at 21:02:13 from 144.189.100.27

oh wow - I'd be hitting the long sleeves and tights

From rAtTLeTrAp on Tue, Jun 05, 2012 at 21:28:07 from 98.247.27.122

73 at 4am?! I thought I was reading burt's blog for a second! We're consistently in the 50's around here in the morning.

Total Distance
4.00

nothing special, just a run around the block

B9-10 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Jun 09, 2012 at 20:46:36 from 207.162.187.46

I was wondering where you've been. How's the training for ING going?

Total Distance
8.00

Out on the road for  long run sunday at long run pace and effort. T'was very successful!

BA9 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From MarcE on Sun, Jun 10, 2012 at 19:00:49 from 204.16.82.120

I remember when 8 miles was a short run..not for me anymore! Good on you!

From Tom Slick on Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 16:17:37 from 168.179.157.58

Marc - Now all I have to do is get rested up for the Wasatch Back Ragnar this coming Fri and Sat.....

Total Distance
6.00

Oh yea! Got up at 3:45 a and hit the road. Wow, it was cool at about 52f, dark, cool, crisp and clean. I just love these early morning runs!!!

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 21:12:25 from 207.162.187.46

Sounds like a good way to start the day off. I'd love the temp's but don't know if I could get up that early. You the "Man"!!!

Total Distance
6.00

The difference a day makes....It was +60 this morning when we went out for a 6 miler in the hills.....oh well, what you see is what you get....Just do it!

B9-10 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From timp on Wed, Jun 13, 2012 at 05:57:11 from 99.110.188.230

nice job Slick !

Total Distance
0.00

rest and prepration day for the Wasatch Back.....Sure hope the whole team shows up, 'cause I'm not running extra legs.....Pray for snow!

Comments
From MarcE on Thu, Jun 14, 2012 at 10:03:55 from 204.16.82.120

Good luck!

From timp on Fri, Jun 15, 2012 at 06:07:20 from 99.110.188.230

good luck Slick - that sounds like a lot of fun. Is that on trails or road?

From Tom Slick on Fri, Jun 15, 2012 at 07:17:03 from 168.179.157.58

Marc - Thanks.

TimP - It looks like most of it is on the road, but some of it is dirt road.

My three legs are paved road. Thanks

From timp on Fri, Jun 15, 2012 at 07:28:36 from 144.188.24.31

have fun and rock and roll!

Race: The Wasatch Back, RAGNAR (3.8 Miles) 03:37:29
Total Distance
3.80

I should be out on my first leg running in the Ragnar about 3pm today...

This news just in......I ran my first ever Ragnar.

#1. Leg #10, 2:57 pm June 15, 3.8 miles, 32:52. Then a few hours later I ran my second leg of three.

#2. Leg #22, 3:35 am, June 16, 7.5 miles, 1:11:29.

#3. Leg #34(The Ragnar), 3:38 pm, June 16, 4.0 miles, 53:53.

I have no idea how our team did in the final standings, but I'll find out soon, I just know what I did to be the best team player I could.

Running the Ragnar is a totally different experience from anything I've ever done in organized running. I knew this when I agreed to be a "invited" member of a "regular" mixed male and female team running the Ragnar. I knew it would be different going into this event and decided to make it the best experience I could, for me and the team, and it was different.

Like I said, this Ragnar stuff is different. 12 runner people, trapped together in 2 sub teams sharing the cramped quarters of 2 vans for the best part of 24 hours plus running a mental and physical endurance event taxing mind, body and spirit in a social setting. What a dynamic!

If your not into close quarter living with others this event may not be exactly for you, then again doing the Ragnar or any other relay event like this one is not going to be a fun event for you. It kinds of reminds me of my first two marriages. But never mind that, that’s a whole different story best told over a stiff glass of Jack Daniels on the rocks.

Anyway, In it's own perverse way the Ragnar is a character building experience and I loved it for what it is and isn't. It was one of the most unorganized , organized clusters of I don't know what.

I don't really want to go into the nuts and bolts of this "race" here and now, but I do want to say that doing the Ragnar was a great experience that I'm glad that I participated in. I don't know if I'll do it again but I know that I did.

 

 

 

 

BA9 Miles: 3.80
Comments
From allie on Sun, Jun 17, 2012 at 14:18:26 from 174.23.141.62

great job out there, mr. slick! "unorganized, organized cluster" is the perfect description for ragnar. :)

From timp on Sun, Jun 17, 2012 at 21:05:28 from 166.251.192.56

Cheers , Slick. Sounds like an experience. I don't think we have any of those around here...

From DaleG on Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 22:25:49 from 152.216.11.5

Nice job! You're a lot tougher than I am for even trying it. I have no interest whatsoever in running the Ragnar. I really wanted to try it a few years ago, but the more I thought about it, the less I wanted to try it. Kudos to you and anyone that has the patience to do that for 24 hours or longer.

Race: RAGNAR, 2nd day (11.5 Miles) 01:25:00
Total Distance
11.50

second day of the Ragnar.....

BA9 Miles: 11.50
Total Distance
4.00

Got up this AM and did a 4 mile easy run just to see what condition my condition was in! I'm in really good condition....I think I'll start training for the Ing-NYC Marathon...

 

BA9 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
5.36

5.36 at 4:am. short tempo run.

BA NYC Miles: 5.36
Total Distance
5.36

another beautiful 5.36 mile run this morning at 4:am......NYC here I come! 

B9-10 Miles: 5.36
Total Distance
6.00

4am easy 6 miles in the dark and cool morning air with Missie................now you all, go and have a great day.

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Jun 21, 2012 at 07:24:06 from 207.162.187.46

Nice job !!!!!

Total Distance
6.00

And the feet go on. 6 miles at 4:am. Interval type run.

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
0.00

Off on his hot day for a rest from running...

Comments
From Smooth on Sat, Jun 23, 2012 at 18:41:35 from 174.27.192.130

glad you took a rest day. nice week of super early morning runs!

Total Distance
8.00

8 miles of hills......Looks like the dog days of summer are already here......got up early to beat the heat, 'cept the heat never left from yesterday!

BAA!0 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From timp on Mon, Jun 25, 2012 at 19:59:01 from 99.110.188.230

nice job Slick!

Total Distance
0.00

rest day today....back after it tomorrow

Total Distance
6.00

6 miles, 4 am, interval type run.......tyi        It was dark, windy and hot this am?

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
6.00

6 mile tempo run @4am.....life is returning to my old tired legs!

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Smooth on Wed, Jun 27, 2012 at 17:05:48 from 174.27.192.130

NICE training runs this week, tempo and intervals and SO EARLY! YOU DA MAN!!! :)

From timp on Thu, Jun 28, 2012 at 11:20:00 from 144.188.24.32

nice week so far Slick!

Total Distance
5.36

Hot and smokey run this 4am. Smells like there trying to burn down the state!!!

BAA!0 Miles: 5.36
Comments
From MarcE on Thu, Jun 28, 2012 at 09:39:39 from 204.16.82.120

Ugg. Sorry about the fires out there and in Colorado.Some rain would be nice!

From Tom Slick on Thu, Jun 28, 2012 at 16:20:02 from 168.179.157.58

Its not the fires in Colorado messing up the Utah air, its the fires in Utah messing up my air! Sorry about the Colorado fires too.... Ya, I'd love to see some rain. I don't think we've seen rain for about a month now!

Total Distance
5.35

5.35 @ 4:am. I think it was close to 80 degrees this morning, a little windy and it still smells like burning fields everywhere....tyi

129 days till Ing NYC

219 days till Surf City USA

BA9 Miles: 5.35
Comments
From timp on Fri, Jun 29, 2012 at 10:58:48 from 144.188.24.29

wow only 129 to NYC - that's sounds so soon--

From Smooth on Fri, Jun 29, 2012 at 21:55:27 from 71.213.102.15

It was a yucky day. Now there's fire in Heriman. WAY to get out there so early to beat the heat!

Total Distance
0.00

No run Saturday.....it's rest day

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Jul 01, 2012 at 06:28:00 from 207.162.187.46

Hope you enjoyed your rest day !!

Total Distance
7.00

One more week of base building and I start my 18 week training program to get me to the NYC marathon......

Out this am for a 7 miler up and down Dimple Dell Road

BA NYC Miles: 7.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Jul 01, 2012 at 08:40:30 from 207.162.187.46

Nice job Mr. Slick !!

Total Distance
0.00

Back to my normal rest day. Wow it was hot over night and the weather gypsies say it only going to be 97f today.....

Comments
From MarcE on Thu, Jul 05, 2012 at 10:38:42 from 204.16.82.120

It's hot all over!

Total Distance
5.40

nice easy 5.4 miles this 4am. It was hot and smokey which made for a not too refreshing am run.The dog days of summer are here. Don't get discouraged, suck it up and move forward.

Question: Is anybody on the FRB running the Hobbler Half this Saturday, July the 7th. I have a friend thats running her first 1/2 mary and it surly would be neat if I could find someone thats running this one that could run with her. Shes not super fast but super consistant, she's well trained and motivated but it would be really neat to have someone run with her to bolster her confidence.....Shes just looking to finish well!!! Please let me know if you can help out!

BA9 Miles: 5.40
Total Distance
0.00

4th of July break

Total Distance
0.00

5th of July break

Total Distance
5.50

Nice easy 5.5 miler this morning. It was dark anc cool for this run as it rained all day yesterday and into last night.....tyi

BA9 Miles: 5.50
Comments
From Smooth on Fri, Jul 06, 2012 at 13:56:34 from 71.213.102.15

It was nice to have a cool day for a change huh!

Are you running the Hobler 1/2 with your friend? Sorry I am not in running mode so I can't help her!

From Tom Slick on Fri, Jul 06, 2012 at 16:13:34 from 69.171.160.81

Hey Smooth - My schedule, sadly enough, didn't include the Hobbler Half so I was trying to get someone to start the race with her. Didn't hear back from anybody but you, thanks anyway, so I guess she will have to do it the old fashoned way....all by herself and those other 1000 runners. I'll be waiting at the finish line for Allison!!!!

Total Distance
8.00

5am sunday fun run. 68 f just before the sun came up. now its time to get ready for the Ing NYC Marathon. 18 weeks till show time...

B9-10 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Jul 08, 2012 at 07:55:12 from 207.162.187.46

Good run Slick. Good Luck in your training !!!!

Total Distance
4.00

4 miles at 102 Degrees......enough said!

BA0 Miles: 4.00
Comments
From timp on Wed, Jul 11, 2012 at 07:28:08 from 144.188.24.25

fun stuff -- no 4 am run? At least I hope it was not 102 at 4am...

Total Distance
5.50

Another 4 am run for the roses. Were doing a heat wave thing in the area, it was about 74 degrees this 4 am for the run. Not the worst but not the best for am running...for any running for that matter.oH well, what you see is what you get....Just do it!

BA9 Miles: 5.50
Total Distance
6.00

6 miles in he hills at 4am.......and its already 80 degrees.....

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From timp on Wed, Jul 11, 2012 at 07:27:10 from 144.188.24.25

nice job Slick

Total Distance
6.00

80 degrees at 4:am. did my Dimple Dell Hill run for 6 miles this am......."Getter' Done" !

B9-10 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
5.00

wow, it was pretty much the worst day ever....Hot, smokey, windy, dry .....I should have just slept in this morning. 5mH.

BA9 Miles: 5.00
Comments
From Smooth on Fri, Jul 13, 2012 at 05:58:11 from 71.213.102.15

Hey slicksters! Way to get out there in that yuck! I'm heading out shortly for a wog up Alpine! :)

From Tom Slick on Fri, Jul 13, 2012 at 05:59:44 from 69.171.160.130

Hope the airs a little cleaner up there than it is here...

From timp on Fri, Jul 13, 2012 at 06:25:57 from 99.110.188.230

sounds like great fun --

Total Distance
0.00

cross training day.....no beating feet down the road today. I get out for my long run tomorrow......

Total Distance
9.00

On plan, on target.....NYC! 111 days 18 hours!

BA NYC Miles: 9.00
Total Distance
0.00

cross training rest day. I.m back in the weight room today with maybe a three mile walk?

1.5 hr weight training

Comments
From timp on Mon, Jul 16, 2012 at 19:31:56 from 144.188.24.33

building the guns, huh?

From Tom Slick on Mon, Jul 16, 2012 at 20:29:58 from 69.171.160.79

Yep TimP, I need all the help I can get to get over the finish line these days.

From timp on Tue, Jul 17, 2012 at 06:06:37 from 99.110.188.230

Either way, good job !

Total Distance
6.00

6 miles @4:am. It was dark and about 67 degrees...Yea! It's all good when a plan comes together! NYC in 109 days.....

BAA!0 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
5.50

5.5 m r @4am. Nothing special. 108 days till NYC.

BA9 Miles: 5.50
Comments
From timp on Wed, Jul 18, 2012 at 06:15:14 from 144.188.24.25

its coming quickly isn't it? just over 3 months til November? crazy

Total Distance
5.00

5m T run @4:am. 69f . 107 days till NYC

BA NYC Miles: 5.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Jul 19, 2012 at 07:04:17 from 207.162.187.46

Nice job Slick you've got these early morning runs down !!!!

From Tom Slick on Thu, Jul 19, 2012 at 07:45:39 from 168.179.157.58

Early to bed, early to rise, makes Jack healthy, wealthy and a dull boy!

Total Distance
0.00

Rest and X-training day

Total Distance
0.00

rest day

Total Distance
6.00

nice easy 6 m r this morning. 75 degrees overnight.

BAA!0 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
0.00

Rest day getting ready for Des News 10K tomorrow.

Race: Deseret News 10K (6.2 Miles) 00:49:15, Place in age division: 12
Total Distance
6.30

The Des News Marathon and 10K was today, July 24, 2012. It was a great morning to run except it was a bit on the warm side and the humidity was a bit high.

I met up with Marcie near the front of the real starting line, the PoP line, which was just a few feet away from the official starting line. As I was crowding my way to the front of the great mass of runners, out of the blue Ms. RAD found me and wished me a good morning and a great race. Marcie was really up-beat and ready to run, so much so it lifted my spirits, enough so I ran this race much better than I had felt like running.  

Maybe it's just me but it looked like there were fewer 10K'ers this year than in the past.

The crowds for the parade were out in droves, many had slept on the parking strips over night and were up and moving about cheering for runners as they went by. I had a pretty good race for not having my whole heart into it.

Somebody said go and the hurd was off and headed for the finish line and I was in the mix trying not to get run over by all the younger faster runners in the pack. I was quite surprised that I was passing bunches of runners at the beginning of the race.

I felt pretty good the entire race while I managed to average a 7.5 minute per mile pace. Not my best  but, oh well. I ended up with my unofficial "Garmin" time of 49:18:xx. This was my longest elapsed time for my fifth trip down the Des News 10K course. Of course my best time at this race is 43:34:xx, maybe next year I will set my all time best 10K time?

Anyway, it was a fun day at the Des News 10K to be on this side of the Dirt Nap........You all be careful out there......God Bless........TYI

 

 

Comments
From timp on Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 10:27:42 from 144.188.24.32

sounds like a fun way to spend a tuesday morning!

From Teena Marie on Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 11:22:14 from 208.54.4.154

You are a bonafide stud! :)

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 12:44:18 from 69.171.160.179

TimP-This 10K is one of my favorite races, it's always a great time. Wish I could run it a bit faster! Maybe I should get out and do some better training to get this old, fat, tired body down the road! In Utah the 24th of July is a state holiday.

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 12:46:48 from 69.171.160.179

Teena Marie - Thanks for the kind words.

Hey woman, are you running Crazy Curt's Provo Trail 1/2 Mary next month????

From timp on Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 12:49:19 from 144.188.24.32

:)

From Kelli on Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 16:38:25 from 67.172.235.55

Timp stole my reply, so I will add a wink!

;o)

From allie on Tue, Jul 24, 2012 at 17:16:23 from 97.126.221.48

way to go, mr. slick.

From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Jul 25, 2012 at 11:47:30 from 207.162.187.46

Great race Slick !! Sounds like you had a lot of fun.

From Tom Slick on Wed, Jul 25, 2012 at 15:45:57 from 168.179.157.58

HILLBILLY RUNNER - I HAD A GREAT TIME RUNNING WITH MARCIE AND MINDY...

From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Jul 25, 2012 at 16:03:15 from 173.191.121.34

You're one lucky man!!!

Total Distance
0.00

rest day

Total Distance
5.50

5.5 @ 4am....easy recovery run. 100 days till NYC

BA9 Miles: 5.50
Total Distance
6.00

Just doin' my time in the hot streets.....6 mi @ 4:am. 72 degrees, no wind, no cool ,no nothing. Just Getter' Done!

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Jul 28, 2012 at 11:07:41 from 207.162.187.46

You the "Man" of Getter' Done @4 in the morning !!!!

Total Distance
0.00

No running this weekend, I went to the mountain cabin and spent the weekend relaxing.

Total Distance
5.56

5.56 m @ 4 am.

BAA!0 Miles: 5.56
Total Distance
6.00

6 easy miles @4:am..............tyi

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Tue, Jul 31, 2012 at 16:12:31 from 67.2.96.50

Why so early, Glory?

From Tom Slick on Tue, Jul 31, 2012 at 18:21:34 from 69.171.160.237

Ms.Teena M - I'd rather run in the promise of cooler temps in the early morning than run in 90 degree plus temps in the evening! It's simple...

From timp on Tue, Jul 31, 2012 at 19:44:14 from 99.110.188.230

nice,Slick --

Total Distance
6.00

6 m r @ 4am....

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
6.00

72 degrees, 4:am, 6 mi, speed & hills....what else could there be ?

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From DaleG on Thu, Aug 02, 2012 at 22:55:08 from 152.216.3.5

Sounds like it's all coming together for NYC

From Tom Slick on Fri, Aug 03, 2012 at 05:39:12 from 69.171.160.254

DaleG - Yes Bro Dale, it does seem to be getting together. The only problem is keeping it together. There are so many distractions out there. I'm just hopeing to remain health and focused on the task at hand. I see your traiing is ramping up for the St George. Train smart and do well!!! You doing he Provo Trail 1/2 on Aug 11 ???

From DaleG on Fri, Aug 03, 2012 at 21:09:31 from 152.216.7.5

No, I won't be doing the Provo Trail 1/2. I'll be in Disneyland. Have fun at the race.

Total Distance
0.00

R & R / XT Day......

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Fri, Aug 03, 2012 at 06:12:10 from 207.162.187.46

Enjoy your rest day !!!

From Tom Slick on Fri, Aug 03, 2012 at 08:52:10 from 168.179.157.58

HBR - I can't believe that the morning/day I decide to rest, it's the coolest morning we've seen all week...it was 59 degrees. Supposed to be that nice tomorrow morning and I wont miss it!

From Tom Slick on Fri, Aug 03, 2012 at 09:06:13 from 168.179.157.58

Common Mistakes and Successful Remedies

Running injuries can usually be traced to a few common pitfalls—muscle imbalances/weakness, over-training, poor form, and inappropriate footwear. Training errors are also to blame—repetitive course, repetitive speed, repetitive distance, letting others set the pace, letting others set the distance, and lazy nutrition and hydration practices.

Successful training "do's" include following your training schedule, building up your miles gradually, focusing on pacing for your event, listening to your body, hydrating and eating for performance, getting the right shoes, and stretching. Strength training is also important to incorporate in your weekly routine. All of these "do's" will keep you running pain-free and improve your performance.

Going the Distance

1. Run with a friend or a running group to keep you motivated as your distance increases. Most important for the summer months, fuel up with electrolytes every 45 to 75 minutes of continuous running to help keep your body going.

2. As you build mileage, remember that you're now burning more calories than you were early in your training. Keep your caloric intake up by eating snacks throughout the day, and plan your evening meals wisely.

3. Don't underestimate the heat! Protect your skin with waterproof sunblock, and wear light-colored clothes and a hat to keep you cool. Avoid the midday hours when the sun is at its highest and the temperature is warmest. Run either early in the morning or early in the evening to avoid the heat and UV exposure.

4. Make sure to warm up your muscles by starting your runs with a very gentle jog or some walking. You're more likely to get injured without a proper warm-up. After you run, stretch your major leg muscles: hamstrings, quads, hip flexors, and calves.

For more great tips from HSS, watch these videos from the NYRR/HSS Learning Series event "Marathon Training 2012."

Core Performance

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Total Distance
10.35

10.35 m r @ 7am. I can't believe how good 63 degrees felt for this mornings run.....

B9-10 Miles: 10.35
Total Distance
0.00

rest day. Gunna go up to the Arts and Crafts fair in the streets of Park City.........

91 days till the New York City Marathon.......focused and on plan!

Comments
From MarcE on Tue, Aug 07, 2012 at 10:01:28 from 66.119.84.21

nice. I'm back!

Total Distance
6.00

6m r @ 4am

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Mon, Aug 06, 2012 at 06:32:27 from 207.162.187.46

Way to get up and get the week started. You Da Man!!!

Total Distance
6.00

6 @ 4 am  61 f for the overnight low.

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
6.00

6 m r @ 4 am, 71 f overnight low.

B9-10 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
0.00

rest day

Total Distance
0.00

rest day for race prep for the Provo Trail 1/2 Marathon. Tomorrow morning.

Race: Provo Trail 1/2 Marathon (13.1 Miles) 01:49:36, Place in age division: 1
Total Distance
13.10

I love doing this race. Out of the 20 years this race has been held I 've done 15 of them. Crazy Curt seems to do things a little different than other race directors but his heart is in the right place and he manages to pull off a pretty good 1/2 marathon down the Provo River Trail.

It was about 63 degrees at the starting line which was fairly nice, but once we got going it heated up rather quickly. Since the trail is tree covered most of the way there is shade on the trail that seems to keep you out of the direct sunshine most of the race.

At the half way point you come off the trail and run up the frontage road for about a mile and a quarter of some pretty stiff uphill runningr. Then its most generally down hill all the way to the finish line that winds back down to the River Woods shops on the river Trail.

None the less I had a great day, I ran with two new friends and I actually got to play coach to a young lady that was running her very first 1/2 marathon....I did so well she beat me to the finish line by about 5 minutes.

I was a bit slower this year only turning in a 1:49:36, but it was good enough to place 1st in my 60 - 64 AG. My plan was to make this a training run to get me ready for the New York Marathon in 84 days!!!!!! tyi....

 

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Aug 12, 2012 at 11:57:43 from 207.162.187.46

Great way to do a training run and pick up some hardware doing it. Congratulations on the AG win !!!

From Smooth on Sun, Aug 12, 2012 at 23:04:55 from 71.219.147.142

CONGRATZ on the AG win! You seriously own that race and title! EXCELLENT JOB! And very nice to coach a girl who ended up beating you! :)

From MarkP on Mon, Aug 13, 2012 at 09:47:13 from 71.219.44.251

Great race Tom! Are the results posted on-line?

Total Distance
3.00

 3 mile shake down run this AM.......

BA9 Miles: 3.00
Total Distance
0.00

scheduled rest day

Total Distance
0.00

un-scheduled rest day

Total Distance
6.00

6m r @ 4 am

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Aug 15, 2012 at 09:23:44 from 207.162.187.46

Looks like your back at it with the early morning runs "Great job"

From Tom Slick on Wed, Aug 15, 2012 at 14:21:38 from 168.179.157.58

Yo HbR, It's still soo hot to run in the daylight.....80 days till NYC.

From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Aug 15, 2012 at 19:35:46 from 207.162.187.46

NYC will be here before you know it. I'm trying to get this foot in shape for when I need to start training for the "Surf City".

From timp on Wed, Aug 15, 2012 at 19:36:37 from 99.110.188.230

How's the fitness coming along 90 days out, Slick?

From Tom Slick on Thu, Aug 16, 2012 at 05:39:30 from 69.171.160.166

TimP _ The fitness level is now at 80%. What does that mean?

From timp on Thu, Aug 16, 2012 at 06:32:53 from 99.110.188.230

good question - maybe that means it will be 90% by he time you line up for NYC. I hope so - or maybe 95%?

From Tom Slick on Thu, Aug 16, 2012 at 07:30:25 from 168.179.157.58

TimP - I'm thinking that it was too early to make a sound fitness judgment this AM. I'm actually feeling really good, Mind - Body - Spirit. I am certainly at a much better fitness level than I was a year ago. And mentally I am totally excited to be on the road and preparing to attend the Ing New York Marathon in 79 days.....

Total Distance
6.00

6m r @ 4am.....79 days till NYC

B9-10 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Smooth on Thu, Aug 16, 2012 at 22:07:32 from 75.165.251.74

Nice and consistent! :)

Total Distance
7.00

7 mp @ 4am. Very hot morning

BA9 Miles: 7.00
Total Distance
0.00

Rest day getting ready for a 14 m r on Sunday morning, early!

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Aug 18, 2012 at 20:21:54 from 207.162.187.46

Good luck you animal !!!!

Total Distance
14.00

Nice am 14 m r @ 6:am. The weights coming down and the speed is coming back!!! 77 days till NYC.

BA NYC Miles: 14.00
Comments
From timp on Mon, Aug 20, 2012 at 13:38:58 from 99.110.188.230

great to hear, Slick!

Total Distance
0.00

Scheduled Monday rest day

Total Distance
7.00

nice 7 m r @ 4am

BA9 Miles: 7.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, Aug 21, 2012 at 06:36:47 from 207.162.187.46

Nice early morning run. Way to get up and get going!!!

From Tom Slick on Wed, Aug 22, 2012 at 20:10:17 from 69.171.160.245

HBR - I hate running in the heat. Thursday morning they say it only going to be 64 f.....

From DaleG on Wed, Aug 22, 2012 at 20:16:31 from 152.216.11.5

Nice run. I just barely fell to sleep when you were getting out the door.

Total Distance
6.00

6 m r @ 4a

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
8.50

8.5 tempo m r @ 4 am...

BA NYC Miles: 8.00
Total Distance
6.00

6 m r @ 4 am...

BA9 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
0.00

I'm having a very nice rest day. Back after it tomorrow with a Long slow distance run.

Comments
From timp on Sat, Aug 25, 2012 at 17:56:54 from 99.110.188.230

Have a great run tomorrow, Slick!

Total Distance
10.20

Bang....got my 10 mile long hill run in this morning. I'm feeling really good about my training and it's going full out to NYC in 69 days!!!

 

Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you
take your eyes off your Goal.
--Henry Ford

BA NYC Miles: 10.20
Comments
From timp on Sun, Aug 26, 2012 at 17:16:28 from 99.110.188.230

nice run Slick - keep it rockin'

From Collin94 on Mon, Aug 27, 2012 at 06:53:32 from 77.169.48.115

Good that you have completed it, nice quote bye the way. Hope you really enjoy the NYC marathon.

Total Distance
0.00

Total Distance
8.00

8 m r @ 4am.....

NBA9 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Aug 28, 2012 at 20:32:29 from 75.165.251.74

Good job Slickster! Do you use headlamp running in the dark and early hours?

From Tom Slick on Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 05:10:41 from 69.171.160.176

Yo Ms. Smooth - I don't use a head lamp. I run down the center of the road with my dark out clothing. I don't want dumb ass drivers to see me. I have a better chance of survival if they don't see me. It's worked very well for many many years!!!! PPPPPP!

Total Distance
6.50

6.5 m r @ 4am...........wow it was warm this am and windy!

BA9 Miles: 6.50
Total Distance
8.50

8.5 m r @ 4:am. Warm morning, great run!

BA NYC Miles: 8.50
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Aug 30, 2012 at 09:44:51 from 173.191.121.34

Nice run !!

Total Distance
8.00

8 m t @ 7:am..it rained yesterday and this morning and really cooled everything off  making for a pretty pleasant run...

BAA!0 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Mon, Sep 03, 2012 at 06:28:28 from 98.191.246.194

Good week Mr. Slick !!!! Watch out New York.

Total Distance
0.00

Rest day

Total Distance
16.00

great morning for a run or to sleep in. And it was tough to get out of bed with the cooler morning weather.

BA NYC Miles: 16.00
Comments
From Rhett on Mon, Sep 03, 2012 at 18:55:38 from 173.87.187.17

Glad you were rewarded with a nice cool run for your efforts. Looks like you're in good shape for SGM.

From Tom Slick on Tue, Sep 04, 2012 at 08:59:04 from 168.179.157.58

Yo Rhett, I'm doing NYC in 61 days, no SGM this year for me!

Total Distance
9.00

Nice 9 m r/h this am to follow up that 16 m r yesterday morning.....life is good, training is right on schedule for NYC in 61 days.

BA9 Miles: 9.00
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Sep 04, 2012 at 22:14:17 from 75.165.251.74

AWESOME 16 miler followed by a 9 mile hill run! Your training is solid. You're gonna rock NYC! :)

From DaleG on Tue, Sep 04, 2012 at 23:38:48 from 152.216.3.5

Nice job!!!

From Tom Slick on Wed, Sep 05, 2012 at 08:08:26 from 168.179.157.58

Smooth & DaleG: I'm feeling really good about the amount and quality of my training at this point in time. I’ve got 6 weeks of graduating higher weekly mileage before my 3 week taper. Got my fingers crossed and my hopes high for a rewarding run in NYC.

Here is an interesting fact that I was just notified by the NYC marathon people. There will be no baggage drop or pickup. I don't think I like this and if I had known about this decision before hand I would not have signed up to do the NYC.

No-Baggage Policy Update

Many of you have shared your concerns about the new ING New York City Marathon baggage policy, which was designed to provide a better and safer post-finish experience. We are listening and taking your feedback to heart.

From DaleG on Wed, Sep 05, 2012 at 10:44:21 from 98.202.43.67

No baggage drop or pick up? Oh ma, that's a ridiculous.

Total Distance
6.00

6 m r r this 4 am. 60 days till NYC.

NBA9 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
6.00

6X800/6 m, 3:30a. Little bit warmer this am but still very comfortable. 59 days till NYC.

BA0 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Rhett on Thu, Sep 06, 2012 at 10:17:51 from 170.215.58.122

That is very exciting that you are running NYC this year. Will this be your first NYC? Are you going to do it 10 times like you did Boston? I'll be excited to read your race report. Keep up the good training.

From Tom Slick on Fri, Sep 07, 2012 at 07:40:50 from 168.179.157.58

Rhett - I'm excited to be doing my first NYC but I'm not too pleased with their no drop of baggage policy. It doesn't seem to be a good thing for runners.

I doubt that I will do NYC more than once and then again I doubt that I will ever do Boston again. I'm going to break out and do marathons in different places that interest me. Can you believe it, I haven't run a marathon in the state of Utah in 2012! Not even SGM.

Total Distance
6.00

6 m r @ 4 am   58 days till NYC...

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
0.00

rest day - Went for a long motor ride instead.

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Sep 08, 2012 at 22:26:14 from 207.162.187.46

On the "Harley" or in the "Vet" ? Either way hope you enjoyed it!!!!

Total Distance
17.00

What a morning on the PRT - dark, cool and very little wind. Jumped up and got my scheduled 17 miler in with no hitches. Look out NYC here I come....55 days

BA9 Miles: 17.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Sep 09, 2012 at 18:52:38 from 173.191.121.34

I'm glad things cooled up for your long run. You the Man

Total Distance
0.00

Nice day for a break (planned) in place from my running schedule! How about you, what's going on in your running life?

Comments
From Rhett on Mon, Sep 10, 2012 at 15:48:25 from 170.215.58.122

Looks like you deserve a break after your 17 miler yesterday. Are you doing NYC with anyone you know?

From Tom Slick on Mon, Sep 10, 2012 at 16:09:02 from 168.179.157.58

Rhett - I know that Lark Allen is going to be there. I wonder how hard it's going to meet up with anybody with that many runners involved?

From Rhett on Mon, Sep 10, 2012 at 22:28:00 from 173.87.187.17

That is cool that Lark will be there. I will be excited to read about the NYC experience. I'm sure it will be incredible.

Total Distance
9.00

nice 9 m r, tempo style run...

NBA9 Miles: 9.00
Total Distance
0.00

unscheduled X-training day....no run. This will be a 50 mile week

Total Distance
9.00

another early morning 9 m r @ 3:20 am. This was a speed and hills trainer...

51 days 19 hours till the NYC M.

NBA9 Miles: 9.00
Comments
From DaleG on Thu, Sep 13, 2012 at 13:04:54 from 98.202.43.67

Nice!! You were out running just as I was falling asleep last night.

From Tom Slick on Thu, Sep 13, 2012 at 15:18:13 from 168.179.157.58

DaleG - It's just what I've got to do to beat the heat. It looks like the temps are changing and maybe here in the near future I'll be able to start training later in the day especially my long runs to more match the starting time for the NYC.

Total Distance
10.00

another nice early morning hill trainer up the Dimple Dell! 52 degrees, 10 mile Hill trainer, 3:20 am......

BAA!0 Miles: 10.00
Total Distance
5.00

5 m  technical run today

BA NYC Miles: 5.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Sep 15, 2012 at 13:40:20 from 207.162.187.46

Good mileage week !!!

From Tom Slick on Sat, Sep 15, 2012 at 16:28:57 from 69.171.160.109

150 days till Surf City USA

From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Sep 16, 2012 at 05:51:49 from 173.191.121.34

Yep, I'll be here before we know it!!!

From Rhett on Sun, Sep 16, 2012 at 12:41:39 from 64.134.156.198

What exactly constitutes a "technical run?"

Total Distance
18.00

18 mile long slow run in 80 Degree Plus temps. That will teach me to sleep in.

Hey all you Ute football fans......"How about those Utes"!!!!!! Even the "Utes" second string QB's got game over BYWho!

BA9 Miles: 18.00
Comments
From RAD on Mon, Sep 17, 2012 at 12:02:42 from 98.202.23.178

yes he does :)

Total Distance
6.00

6 mile recovery run @ 3:30am. Now 59 degrees sure felt much better than 80+. 47 days 21 hrs till NYC.....

BA NYC Miles: 6.00
Comments
From RAD on Mon, Sep 17, 2012 at 12:03:08 from 98.202.23.178

nice recovery after a big day yesterday! Just consider it good heat training :)

Total Distance
10.00

10 m r @ 3:30am. 54 degrees, Speed & Hill training

BA NYC Miles: 10.00
Total Distance
0.00

X-T

Comments
From timp on Thu, Sep 20, 2012 at 08:28:54 from 99.110.188.230

looking good Slick

Total Distance
14.00

On the road again....14 mile long run this am

B9-10 Miles: 14.00
Total Distance
0.00

R & R day.....with a litle X-T.

Comments
From timp on Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 07:28:11 from 99.110.188.230

how's it going Slick? All systems a go?

From Smooth on Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 14:47:00 from 65.130.14.36

NICE long run yesterday! :)

SGM is not gonna be the same without you this year! :(

From Tom Slick on Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 18:33:35 from 69.171.160.170

timp - Yea buddy. I think every thing is coming into focus, and NYC is going to fun.

From Tom Slick on Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 18:36:52 from 69.171.160.170

Hey Ms.Smoot, Ya know this year will be only the second time since 1998 that I haven't run in the SGM fall classic. Feels wierd to say the least. Wonder whos going to sport the red, white and blue and finish the race with a big old stoggie????

Total Distance
5.00

easy 5, pm run

BAA!0 Miles: 5.00
Total Distance
9.00

3:30am early morning tempo/speed/hill run, 9 m r

NBA9 Miles: 9.00
Total Distance
9.00

-9- miles in the hills this am. I saw a dead skunk in the middle of the road, Thought I'd share that with all you white line runners.

38 days till NYC....I;m getting pretty excited to run the Big Apple with 47000 other crazy runners.

BA NYC Miles: 9.00
Total Distance
9.00

9 easy hill miles this am. I think it was about 49 degrees in the dark this morning? Wow that felt good. 37 days till NYC....

B9-10 Miles: 9.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Fri, Sep 28, 2012 at 06:30:04 from 207.162.187.46

I'm glad it's cooled down for you. Way to go out and get it done, you're getting some good miles in.

From Tom Slick on Fri, Sep 28, 2012 at 22:24:19 from 69.171.160.124

HBR-I'm just out trying to coax this tired old man body into another 26.2 mile finish......NYC will be over soon and I'm getting super excited about returning to Surf City USA......

Total Distance
5.00

easy five miler....

Total Distance
21.00

Nice 21 mile run this am. I'm feeling really good about my conditioning coming up on the NYC marathon in just 34 days....man this mary is coming up really fast on me......

NBA9 Miles: 21.00
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Oct 02, 2012 at 14:04:04 from 65.130.14.36

Awesome long run! You're gonna be SO READY for NYC!!! :)

Total Distance
0.00

rest day . 33 days till NYC

Total Distance
9.00

9 m r @ 3:am......nice, quiet and dark! 32 days till NYC...

BA NYC Miles: 9.00
Comments
From timp on Tue, Oct 02, 2012 at 18:32:23 from 99.110.188.230

nice Slick !

Total Distance
10.00

10 m r @ 3am, hills, speed and distance

B9-10 Miles: 10.00
Total Distance
9.00

9 mile easy run #3:30a...............got a bit cooler this morning.

NBA9 Miles: 9.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Oct 04, 2012 at 07:07:10 from 207.162.187.46

You really hammering out the miles this week. Fantastic job !!!

From Tom Slick on Fri, Oct 05, 2012 at 05:55:45 from 69.171.160.242

Gotta plan and I'm sticking to it.

Total Distance
6.00

6 m r this fine day. All part of my master plan to get me through NYC in 29 days.

Comments
From Rhett on Sun, Oct 07, 2012 at 12:48:45 from 184.10.181.215

Slick, was it weird not running SGM the first saturday of October? Looks like your NYC traing is going well. Keep it up.

Total Distance
22.00

last week of big mileage before taper time.....22 m r this am.

Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Oct 07, 2012 at 21:05:13 from 173.191.121.34

Good one !!!!!

From timp on Mon, Oct 08, 2012 at 09:36:18 from 99.110.188.230

well done Slick!

Total Distance
6.00

easy 6 m r...........

B9-10 Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Oct 09, 2012 at 19:34:24 from 65.130.14.36

AWESOME job on finishing your last 22 miler and all ready to peak for NYC!!! :)

From timp on Thu, Oct 11, 2012 at 07:57:47 from 99.110.188.230

how's it going this week SLick?

Total Distance
8.00

8 mr @5:30p

Total Distance
8.00

8 m r @ 5:30P

Total Distance
8.00

8 mr @ 6:00p.

23 days 22 hrs till Ing NYC.

NBA9 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Oct 13, 2012 at 09:56:03 from 173.191.121.34

Wow!!! Good week !!!

Total Distance
8.00

8 m r @ 4:p

Total Distance
22.00

OK that's my last long slow training run before NYC. It's all done but the crying......now all I've got to do is do it!

NBA9 Miles: 22.00
Comments
From RAD on Sun, Oct 14, 2012 at 15:35:48 from 98.202.23.178

excellent! NYC will be a blast!

From Tom Slick on Sun, Oct 14, 2012 at 16:28:48 from 69.171.160.146

Thanks Ms. RAD...I've hit all my training goals along with getting under 160 lbs for this run at NYC......

From Mauri on Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 13:13:10 from 216.231.158.26

You're going to do AMAZING!

From timp on Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 17:29:03 from 99.110.188.230

Outstanding training cycle Slick! Now you just need to bring it home and stay sharp the next 3 weeks.

Total Distance
3.00

went out this am for a 3 mi shake down recovery run...it was great. Today is the first day of my 3 week taper.......next stop, NYC.

BA0 Miles: 3.00
Total Distance
9.00

9 m r..............nothing special just 9 m r @ 3:30am. Dark, cool, peaceful and finished!

B9-10 Miles: 9.00
Comments
From Rhett on Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 10:46:19 from 170.215.58.122

Perfect taper run... except for that 3:30 am start. Yikes, get some sleep. :)

From DaleG on Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 20:08:38 from 152.216.3.5

I do believe you're ready to rock NYC.

From MarcE on Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 20:18:30 from 204.16.82.120

3:30AM run? Is that before going to bed, or after getting up? :) Good on you for your dedication. I'm slowly making my way back to blogging...busy, busy, busy. Too many hobbies, too little time!

From timp on Thu, Oct 18, 2012 at 07:43:54 from 99.110.188.230

nice, SLick!

Total Distance
0.00

rest

Total Distance
8.00

8 easy taper miles..................in the pm

BA NYC Miles: 8.00
Total Distance
5.00

another 5 miles in taper mode......15 days 0 hours till the NYC Mary! I'm not to sure about the weather report...it says it will be raining on a saturday night low of 35 degrees and a high of 48 degrees. Hope the weather gypsies are wrong!

NBA9 Miles: 5.00
Total Distance
16.00

two weeks from today and it's show time in NYC.......

NBA9 Miles: 16.00
Comments
From RAD on Sun, Oct 21, 2012 at 13:31:29 from 98.202.23.178

I can't wait to read your report! It is going to be a good one.

From Tom Slick on Sun, Oct 21, 2012 at 14:48:41 from 69.171.160.251

Ms. RAD - I wouldn't hold my breath till I report on this one. I think I'm just going to run this one for fun and save myself for a really good finish at Surf City USA. I expect to run about a 3:40:00 or so at NYC. That will be pushing it for a tired, old fat guy like me!

From timp on Mon, Oct 22, 2012 at 06:57:49 from 99.110.188.230

rock and roll Slick - enjoy the taper!

From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 22, 2012 at 07:56:09 from 168.179.156.177

TimP-Thanks for the good words! I'm ready to getter done!!!!

Total Distance
0.00

No run today...just good old taper time rest day....Hey is there anybody else her on the FRB doing the Ing NYC.....let me know!

13 days 1 hour Ing NYC!

Total Distance
7.50

just a few more runs and it will be showtime in NYC....10 days 22 hours.

BA NYC Miles: 7.50
Comments
From Rhett on Wed, Oct 24, 2012 at 15:08:49 from 74.41.239.14

Slick, are you feeling healthy and rested and ready to go? Any goals for the race, or just finish and enjoy the experience?

From Tom Slick on Wed, Oct 24, 2012 at 15:52:51 from 168.179.156.177

I'm just going to try and enjoy the experience. Probably shoot for a 3:45:00 and save myself for a 3:30:00 run at Surf City USA in February.

From Smooth on Wed, Oct 24, 2012 at 16:20:14 from 65.130.14.36

I was gonna ask the same questions as Rhett!

You'll do GREAT in 9 days at the Big Apple! :)

From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Oct 24, 2012 at 19:49:51 from 207.162.186.109

Rest up and do your thing in the Big Apple !!! You've had a "Great" training cycle and ought to be ready to run your Red, White and Blue off.

From Tom Slick on Thu, Oct 25, 2012 at 20:20:20 from 69.171.160.187

Smooth, Hillbilly & Rhett, thanks so much for the kind words of confidence!!!

Total Distance
8.00

fun run in an evening snow storm.......

NBA9 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From Rhett on Fri, Oct 26, 2012 at 11:11:28 from 74.41.239.14

Be careful not to slip and hurt yourself so close to NYC.

From Tom Slick on Sat, Oct 27, 2012 at 17:40:32 from 69.171.160.213

Rhett - Yes sir, I will be very careful not to mess up the whole game so late.

Total Distance
4.00

4 mile shake down run.............just fun

NYC 1 Miles: 4.00
Total Distance
8.00

well thats my last long run sunday run till Sunday Nov. 4 when I do the NYC Mary. I'm as ready as I can get and I'm excited to run the distance!!!!

B9-10 Miles: 8.00
Comments
From Rhett on Mon, Oct 29, 2012 at 15:14:28 from 74.41.239.14

It will be fun to read all about your experience Slick. What day do you leave? Are you staying there a while to sight see? And finally, what effect is this hurricane going to have on the race?

From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 29, 2012 at 16:31:14 from 168.179.156.177

Rhett - I don't know what the 'cane is going to do? They say the 'cane will be out of the area by late wednesday. I don't head to the SLC airport till early Friday morning. I intend on doing some sight seeing and then get my butt home. So far I haven't heard anything from NYC about any changes to race day! Hope it stays that way!

From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 29, 2012 at 16:32:23 from 168.179.156.177

My bib # is 25533. The NYC has some sort of day of race runner tracking on their web site...........

Well blow off that Idea. Can you believe it, NYC charges you to track your runner! This is the money grubbin'est marathon I've ever signed up to do.Boston is a bargin compaired to NYC. I'm pretty sure that I won't make a return run here!!!

Total Distance
0.00

rest

Total Distance
6.00

six mile easy run.....

NBA9 Miles: 6.00
Total Distance
2.50

thats it for this training cycle, only thing left to do is get to NYC to run thru the disaster area!

B9-10 Miles: 2.50
Comments
From Rhett on Wed, Oct 31, 2012 at 16:28:40 from 74.41.239.14

So the marathon is still on?

From Tom Slick on Wed, Oct 31, 2012 at 20:27:00 from 69.171.160.66

Rhett - thats what there saying out of NYC.

From Tom Slick on Wed, Oct 31, 2012 at 20:34:50 from 69.171.160.66

I'm leaving for the big apple on friday.

From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Nov 01, 2012 at 07:47:12 from 207.162.186.109

Hey Slick, looks like the show must go on. Good Luck not only in your marathon but in your travels as well. You're going to do "Great". I can't wait to hear about it.

From RAD on Thu, Nov 01, 2012 at 13:47:48 from 98.202.23.178

Can't wait to hear about this epic run!

From Smooth on Thu, Nov 01, 2012 at 17:12:26 from 65.130.14.36

Good luck with the travel. You will do fantastic. Can't wait to read your report! :)

From Rhett on Fri, Nov 02, 2012 at 16:54:37 from 74.41.239.14

Slick, I just heard they cancelled the marathon. Did you find out before heading to NYC? I hope so. If not, jump in and give a helping hand to the relief effort. I hope it is a rewarding weekend.

From DaleG on Fri, Nov 02, 2012 at 18:00:21 from 152.216.7.5

He found out after he arrived that they cancelled the marathon.

Total Distance
0.00

No run, no fun at NYC!

Total Distance
0.00

I have no race report because as you know they cancelled the entire race. Can't believe they waited till almost everybody that was registered for this race was already in NYC before the reversed their decision and cancelled the NYC Mary. I am totally pissed off and have nothing good to say about the NYC marathon and I can't wait to join in on a Class Action Suit against them!!!!!!

Comments
From timp on Thu, Nov 08, 2012 at 19:03:01 from 99.110.188.230

Sorry Slick. I understand, man.

From Teena Marie on Fri, Nov 16, 2012 at 16:08:01 from 63.230.16.129

Just checking in on you.

How are things?

From Tom Slick on Sun, Nov 18, 2012 at 08:49:38 from 69.171.160.68

Hi Teena, thanks for checkin' in on me. Life is good and continues to run down the street. NYC is over and done with forever. My time is now directed at getting ready for the Surf City USA Marathon in Huntington Beach California on Super Bowl Sunday 2013. After that I will sit down and reevaluate my entire running life..........

From Pron8r on Sun, Nov 18, 2012 at 12:58:01 from 67.177.34.108

Going to run NYC next year? At what race can I plan on saying hello to BroTom?

From Tom Slick on Mon, Nov 19, 2012 at 18:21:56 from 69.171.160.175

Yo Bro Pro, I didn't know you were on the FRB. Thats Cool. I won't be running the NYC marathon, ever. As for what In running in the future, it's all up in the air. I think I will aim myself at smaller marathons in odd places rather than attend mega marys in crowded places. I've made some promises to a few new runners to help train them up to run Top of Utah 2013. Other than that all I've got on the plate is Surf City USA in California....Good to hear from you!!!!!

From RAD on Tue, Nov 20, 2012 at 21:09:03 from 67.171.119.50

I'm not surprised there is a suit being levied against them! I can't wait to hear some more of your future running plans. Always onward and upward for Slick!!

Total Distance
11.00

LSD run gettin' ready for the Surf City....

NBA9 Miles: 11.00
Total Distance
0.00

rest day

Total Distance
4.00

Social Media/Controversy Cancels the NYC Marathon
It was a tragedy - and we don't mean "SuperStorm" Sandy, we mean that politics and Social Media caused the cancellation of the 2012 New York City Marathon. We live in New York and can report - as the mayor's office stated in their cancellation statement - that holding the NYC Marathon would have caused no hardship to the storm cleanup efforts. Somehow, however, the decision to cancel was made without concern for the damage to numerous businesses, athletes, city revenue, individuals and the sport - ouch. While, with no "controversy," Times Square was lit up and using enough energy to power any small city in the nation, while tourists were visiting Broadway shows and while New York sports teams were playing their contests, the Marathon was canceled - why pick on the runners and the one activity promoting health? The immediate and long-ranging damage to running may be incalculable:

  • we visited the marathon expo where many small running-related businesses rely on sales to power their year. The photo vendors and the small companies that provide the keepsake souvenir boxes will see no revenue to offset their costs and some may not survive. Similarly, dozens of other running-related companies that we love saw meager expo sales and will now suffer if they can continue.
  • many had already arrived to New York, but many more canceled or shortened their trips. We estimate 30,000 hotel nights were lost - why do something to hurt the hotels and lose city tax revenue when it is needed?
  • the professional athletes who had put their eggs in the basket of the NYC Marathon and expected prize money to support their continued ability to live as professional athletes and inspire the rest of us will be suffering, some may be forced to curtail their training as they seek other ways to make money.
  • other local businesses that rely on marathon day were hurt. I stopped in my local bagel restaurant (a tough business) on West 72 St. and it was fairly empty. In the past they have relied on the finisher and spectator traffic on Marathon day as their busiest day of the year, now lost.
  • the New York Road Runners, a non-profit that does much to support youth running and professional running programs, will have lost significant funds that will no longer be available to support running - the ripple effects will be great. Ouch...
    In all, canceling the marathon helped no one and hurt many. With the negative effect on running businesses, professional athletes and even the New York economy; MarathonGuide.com's position is that this was one of the worst political decisions ever. While most of the 40,000 marathoners who were forced to give up their day of a marathon will get over this blip, the effect on the business and professionals who relied on this event is larger than most might realize and we expect there may be long-ranging effects.

    New York City Marathon Canceled - The Official Statement
    Joint statement from Mayor Bloomberg and NYRR President and CEO Mary Wittenberg:
    "The Marathon has been an integral part of New York City's life for 40 years and is an event tens of thousands of New Yorkers participate in and millions more watch. While holding the race would not require diverting resources from the recovery effort, it is clear that it has become the source of controversy and division. The marathon has always brought our city together and inspired us with stories of courage and determination. We would not want a cloud to hang over the race or its participants, and so we have decided to cancel it. We cannot allow a controversy over an athletic event -- even one as meaningful as this -- to distract attention away from all the critically important work that is being done to recover from the storm and get our city back on track. The New York Road Runners will have additional information in the days ahead for participants."
    [editors note: while this was a "joint statement," we're pretty certain the decision came down from the mayor's office. The statement clearly states there was no rational reason to cancel the marathon, but rather "controversy...division...and...a cloud" caused the cancellation. The NYRR tried to offset this controversy by donating $1million and finding another $1.5million to donate, but even with that $2.5mm++ support, it was not enough to change sentiment... And while other professional sports events went on and most of NYC and Times Square hummed along; the marathon was made a scape goat and canceled.]

  • I will never consider returning to NYC to run their marathon. Not even for a visit!

  • BA NYC Miles: 4.00
    Comments
    From RAD on Tue, Nov 20, 2012 at 21:06:48 from 67.171.119.50

    I don't blame you...not one bit. I too would be frustrated and maddened beyond belief. I need to read back on your report of the day.

    Total Distance
    7.00

    the schedule calls for a 7 mile hill run..............did it!

    74 days till Surf City USA Marathon!

    B9-10 Miles: 7.00
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 10:34:49 from 173.191.121.34

    You're a running "Machine". Good Job !!!

    From DaleG on Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 12:50:44 from 66.87.127.134

    Happy thanksgiving!!!

    From Tom Slick on Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 17:11:50 from 69.171.160.29

    HBR-Just doing my thing after a crapy day in NYC.

    DaleG-Happy All the Holidays to you and yours.

    All FRB's - Happy Holidays like turkey day and A merry Christmas to you too!

    Total Distance
    4.00

    went out for a 4 mi run on my rest day. Just felt like I wanted to run! 

     

     73 days till SC-USA

     

    Happy Turkey Day everybody!!!

    NBA9 Miles: 4.00
    Total Distance
    6.00

    6 mi speed run. 3mi @ mp. I'm afraid that the good weather is getting ready to go away again around my running area!

    BA NYC Miles: 6.00
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Nov 25, 2012 at 08:15:45 from 207.162.186.109

    Way to get out and get it done!!!!!!

    Sorry to hear that the weather is going to get bad, it's beatiful here in Kentucky and looks like it'll stay that way for the next couple weeks anyway.

    Total Distance
    16.00

    45 degree, mostly cloudy, 16 mi long slow distance run......

    B9-10 Miles: 16.00
    Comments
    From timp on Mon, Nov 26, 2012 at 06:13:02 from 159.63.144.194

    nice distance, Slick

    From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, Nov 27, 2012 at 20:05:17 from 207.162.186.109

    Good run !!!!!

    Total Distance
    0.00

    oh yes a rest day..............

    Total Distance
    4.00

    4 mi easy run

     

    B9-10 Miles: 4.00
    Total Distance
    8.00

    8 mi hill run

    NBA9 Miles: 8.00
    Comments
    From timp on Wed, Nov 28, 2012 at 18:49:48 from 99.110.188.230

    Very nice/ Mr. Steady

    From Teena Marie on Wed, Nov 28, 2012 at 19:48:08 from 65.130.109.6

    Awesome! :)

    From Smooth on Wed, Nov 28, 2012 at 22:16:27 from 67.2.119.62

    You will be super ready for Surf City!!! :) :) :)

    From Tom Slick on Fri, Nov 30, 2012 at 06:48:09 from 69.171.160.232

    TimP-Teena-Smooth

    Its been awsome, steady, get myself ready journey to Surf City USA Marathon.

    I think about all the time I wasted getting ready for New York only to have it wasted by a dumb(Mayor Doomburg)politician.

    Total Distance
    8.00

    8 mi easy

    NBA9 Miles: 8.00
    Total Distance
    7.00

    (7M w/3 @ MP) ,storm coming in today sometime. got out for a 7 mile run with 3 miles at marathon pace.

    BA NYC Miles: 7.00
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Fri, Nov 30, 2012 at 17:45:25 from 207.162.186.109

    GOOD RUN!!! and GOOD WEEK !!!

    From Tom Slick on Sat, Dec 01, 2012 at 00:52:01 from 69.171.160.244

    HBR-It was a good week but I'm not too sure of the quality of the training....I guess that in about 64 days we will see what the old man can put together.....ya know I have to beat 9th place in my age group.....and you should have seen those old guys that beat me last time!!!!

    Total Distance
    0.00

    It was a  pretty good week of training (43 miles)so I think I will take today off and get prepared for a cut back 14 miler tomorrow. 64 days till Surf City USA. Anybody else besides me and Hillbilly Runner doing this marathon in February.

    Comments
    From Rhett on Sat, Dec 01, 2012 at 20:48:32 from 184.10.187.235

    Sounds like a well deserved break.

    Total Distance
    14.00

    Oh boy was that a tough 14 miles. The winds were averageing 25 mph and gusting to 60 at times. I was getting blown off the running path at times. Oh well, I got my miles in and other than the wind it was a pretty good day to run. Hey it was about 60 degrees.

    NBA9 Miles: 14.00
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Dec 02, 2012 at 19:49:05 from 207.162.186.109

    Why doesn't when the wind is blowing rarely ever seem to help you out ? Way to hang in there and get the miles in.

    From Tom Slick on Mon, Dec 03, 2012 at 05:50:34 from 69.171.160.253

    HBR-It kinda helped coming back but most of the time the wind was from one side or the other...

    Total Distance
    0.00

    as much as I want to go out and do about a 4 miler I am just going to hit the weight room tonight and honor my running rest day.

    Comments
    From Teena Marie on Mon, Dec 03, 2012 at 08:38:40 from 65.130.109.6

    Stick with your plan!! :)

    From Tom Slick on Tue, Dec 04, 2012 at 05:55:41 from 69.171.160.29

    Teena - I'm doing just athat..."Plan a Run - Run a Plam"

    Total Distance
    4.00

    4 easy miles in the dark...........at least it didn't rain on me.

    Total Distance
    7.40

    7.4 hill run

    BA NYC Miles: 7.40
    Total Distance
    7.00

    7 mi W/4 mi @ MP.  43degrees, sunny and nice!

    NBA9 Miles: 7.00
    Comments
    From Rhett on Sat, Dec 08, 2012 at 08:37:51 from 74.41.239.14

    43 sunny and nice sounds good.

    Total Distance
    18.00

    what a great morning for a run. I woke up to the snow falling and a temperature of 26 degrees and no sunshine. I had my customary couple of cups of decaf coffee and a banana watching my favorite political main stream media shows. Then it was time to get out and get the job done. It was still 26 degrees. Well during the long slow distance run it snowed on me, it was windy in places, the sun peeked out a couple of times and I stepped on wet roads, snow covered roads and trails and all the other variations there of ......Well I gotter done....56 days till the Surf City USA marathon...................tyi and now its up to 29 degrees outside.

    B9-10 Miles: 18.00
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Dec 09, 2012 at 18:17:27 from 207.162.186.109

    Good run Slick !!!!

    From DaleG on Wed, Dec 12, 2012 at 00:30:12 from 152.216.11.5

    Way to go!!!

    From timp on Wed, Dec 12, 2012 at 11:36:59 from 159.63.144.194

    great job Slick!

    Total Distance
    4.00

    4 mi easy run...............

    Total Distance
    8.00

    8 mi repeats (3X1 mi.....7:23 fastest)

    Total Distance
    0.00

    52 days till SC USA M

    Total Distance
    9.00

    9 mi w/6 mi @ MP.

    51 days till Surf City USA Marathon.

    B9-10 Miles: 9.00
    Total Distance
    0.00

    No miles today, I got snowed out......or in which ever you prefer. I will admit I did have a better time attending the activities that I did rather than run in the snow and slush and bitter wind......

    Total Distance
    20.00

    Oh what a wonderful day to be alive and running. My Long run started out this am at 28f with 10 to 20 mph gusts. I chose my most favorite killer endurance run up and down Dimple Dell Road, which is an out and back double up run to get in my 20 miles. Did it, done it, put it in the books.......now I'm only 49 days away from Surf City USA........Wow, all this hardship training to go run up and down the coast highway in california weather!

    BA NYC Miles: 20.00
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Dec 16, 2012 at 18:45:33 from 207.162.186.109

    Great run !!! All for the sake of a little Surf and Sand!!!

    From Rhett on Mon, Dec 17, 2012 at 13:38:33 from 74.41.239.14

    Nice job Slick. You are way tougher than I am. I opted to use the TM when it was 48 degrees and rainy.

    From Tom Slick on Tue, Dec 18, 2012 at 09:42:08 from 69.171.160.66

    Rhett - Hey man, I'm not tougher, I just don't have a TM and I wouldn't get on one even if I had one!

    HBR - Sun, Sand and a running friendship.

    Total Distance
    4.00

    4 mi easy run. 32f, light snow, gray sky above, wet roads below

    Total Distance
    9.00

    9 mi speed training, (4i X 800) Its trying to be winter around here.Started my run at 20f . Burrr thats gettin cold! 

    Total Distance
    0.00

    running rest day

    Total Distance
    10.00

    10 miles w/7 miles @ MP.

     

     

     

    Oh heres a letter I got from the Ing NYC marathon folks.......

    New York Road Runners: A Message About The Marathon

     

    Dear Marathon Runners:

    Thank you all for your patience during the last seven weeks as we have worked through issues related to the cancellation of the 2012 ING New York City Marathon. Hurricane Sandy was a devastating event for our city, and our thoughts and prayers remain with the victims and their families as they work to rebuild their homes and lives.

    We are sorry that it has taken us longer to resolve these issues than we had originally hoped. We have been working to offer the best possible solutions in order to meet the needs of the many different groups associated with the Marathon.

    Our goal was to offer a range of options to each of you so that you can choose which option works best for you.

    MARATHON RUNNERS

    All 2012 Marathoners may choose one of the following three options:

    Option #1 - Refund. While NYRR has always had a no-refund policy for the Marathon, given these extraordinary circumstances, we are offering runners who were entered in the 2012 Marathon, and were unable to run due to the cancellation¹, the opportunity to obtain a full refund of their 2012 Marathon entry fee (excluding the $11 processing fee); OR

    Option #2 – Guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon for 2013, 2014, or 2015. Entrants in the 2012 Marathon who choose this option will be granted guaranteed entry to the Marathon for the year they choose. Runners will be required to pay all processing and entry fees at the time of application (in the given year), with fees maintained at the same rate as those paid in 2012; OR

    Option #3 – Guaranteed entry to the NYC Half 2013. Entrants in the 2012 Marathon who choose this option will be granted guaranteed entry to the NYC Half 2013, to be run on March 17, 2013. Runners will be required to pay all processing and entry fees at the time of application. Availability will be limited.

    ¹ Applies to runners entered in the 2012 Marathon who had not cancelled prior to October 24, 2012.

    CHARITY RUNNERS

    All runners who signed up to run the 2012 Marathon on behalf of Team for Kids or one of the official ING New York City Marathon charities and obtained their entry from NYRR will be offered the same options. The fundraising you did in connection with the 2012 Marathon will entitle you to any of the options above. If your 2012 Marathon entry fee was paid through your charity partner, you will be contacted directly by your charity.

    INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL PARTNERS

    All international runners who gained entry to the 2012 Marathon as part of a travel package with an official ING New York City Marathon International Travel Partner will be contacted directly by their International Travel Partner representative to facilitate their options.

    TICKET-HOLDERS FOR OTHER RACE-WEEK EVENTS

    Ticket-holders for any of the following events will be offered a full refund:

    Marathon Eve Dinner

    Reserved Grandstand Seating

    Blue Line Lounge Presented by Tata Consultancy Services

    Marathon in a Motorcoach

    TrackMyRunners™ via TXT

    Those of you who were entered in the cancelled 2012 NYRR Dash to the Finish Line 5K will receive a separate e-mail outlining further details.

    THE OPTION SELECTION PROCESS

    Individual e-mails will be sent to all runners on January 10, 2013, and information will be posted on the Marathon website, providing further details and terms and conditions for the obtaining of refunds and the choosing of an option. The option selection window will open on January 11, 2013, and you will have until January 25, 2013, to choose your option, so we ask that you please act quickly once you receive the instructional e-mail, as there will be no default option.

    Please choose the option that works best for you. If you have any questions prior to receiving our instructional e-mail on January 10, please do not hesitate to contact NYRR customer service at customerservice@nyrr.org.

    On behalf of all of us at NYRR, thank you for your patience and support. Our commitment is to work hard over the coming year to serve our runners and community and to return the ING New York City Marathon to being our city's best day.

    Yours in running,

    Mary

    Mary Wittenberg
    President and CEO

    Comments
    From MarcE on Sat, Dec 22, 2012 at 07:52:47 from 204.16.82.120

    Hey Slick! At least they are extending some sort of olive branch. Better than nothing - I'm sure it doesn't make things all better, but at least it's something.

    From Tom Slick on Sat, Dec 22, 2012 at 12:14:11 from 69.171.160.238

    Your right Bro Marc, it's better than nothing! I think all marathons should revisit their refund policies and make them all more runner friendly.

    I also think that marathon orginazations should seperate themselves from charity groups.

    If a runner wants to donate to a charity it should be their choice and not dictated by the marathon org. or charity via our registration fees!

    Total Distance
    4.50

    Nice little 4.5 easy run getting ready for a 20+ mile long tomorrow......43 days till Surf City USA.

    NBA9 Miles: 4.50
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Sat, Dec 22, 2012 at 12:23:03 from 207.162.186.109

    Looks like you're going to be at the top of your game for the Surf City Marathon !!!! Good miles this week and Good luck on your long run tomorrow.

    From Tom Slick on Sat, Dec 22, 2012 at 12:54:46 from 69.171.160.238

    HBR - Thanks man, I'm just trying to stay at least one step ahead of "old age"! I surly hope all this raining is going to pay off at SC USA......I'm hoping on a clean standing tall finish!

    Total Distance
    20.00

    20 mile long in the can for todays training..... 44 days till Surf City USA Marathon.........

    Comments
    From MarcE on Sun, Dec 23, 2012 at 16:47:59 from 204.16.82.120

    You don't skip a beat!

    Merry Christmas, Slick! I hope you have a good one.

    From Tom Slick on Sun, Dec 23, 2012 at 17:43:16 from 69.171.160.29

    Hey Bro Marc, thanks for checking in on me. You just don't know how much it means to me that you continue to help motivate me to keep putting one foot in front of the other and gettin it on down the road. Todays run was pretty good. The weather was great. Not to much wind and what there was was pretty light, about 40 degrees with quite a bit of winter sunshine!

    From Smooth on Mon, Dec 24, 2012 at 14:58:53 from 76.4.54.148

    NICE long run, Slickster!

    Merry Christmas to you! See you next year! :)

    Total Distance
    4.00

    Merry Christmas all you fast (mistle toe) runners, and you not so fast (pound cake) runners like me!!!

    BA NYC Miles: 4.00
    Comments
    From RAD on Wed, Dec 26, 2012 at 14:05:18 from 67.171.119.50

    I think I'm a mix of the two :) Maybe a mistle cake?

    Merry Christmas Slick! I hope you have a wonderful new year!!

    From Tom Slick on Wed, Dec 26, 2012 at 20:28:50 from 69.171.160.242

    Thanks Ms. RAD, I wish you and yours the same.....

    Total Distance
    6.00

    Started out to do a 9mi speed trainer but ended up with a 6 mi easy run. The snow got a little out of hand and I was dressed to warm for the conditions. 41 days till Surf City....

    BA0 Miles: 6.00
    Comments
    From Rhett on Thu, Dec 27, 2012 at 08:50:34 from 74.41.239.14

    Good job battling the snow Slick.

    From Hillbilly Runner on Thu, Dec 27, 2012 at 11:49:10 from 207.162.186.109

    Good run Mr. Slick !!! I almost dressed to warm today but went back inside and took the tights off and went with the shorts.

    From Tom Slick on Thu, Dec 27, 2012 at 12:52:03 from 69.171.160.11

    Shorts, wish it wasn't snowing here so I could get into some shorts today. It will probably make it to 30f today with not a hint of sunshine. My choice is which tights to wear, the light ones or the heavier ones depending on the temp....

    Total Distance
    0.00

    Total Distance
    11.00

    11 miles on a sub freezing day..............

    B9-10 Miles: 11.00
    Total Distance
    4.00

    4 easy miles as called for in my schedule..........38 days till "Surf City"..........

    NBA9 Miles: 4.00
    Total Distance
    16.00

    I think that todays 16 mile long run trainer was just about the worst day of training I've had in many many years. I started in the very low 20's for temprature and it improved to the mid 20's only to get windy and drop the wind chill temps to the teens. Uck!  

    Oh well, "What you see is what you get"! Get off your dead ass and get out there and getter done!

    BA NYC Miles: 16.00
    Comments
    From Hillbilly Runner on Sun, Dec 30, 2012 at 16:58:11 from 173.191.121.34

    Way to tough it out and get your miles in.Just run with visions of warmer weather,sand and all them tan bodies laying on the beach!!!!

    From Rhett on Mon, Dec 31, 2012 at 10:25:51 from 74.41.239.14

    Wow, that sounds nasty! Good job just getting out the door, let alone putting in 16 miles in that weather.

    From timp on Thu, Jan 03, 2013 at 07:44:47 from 159.63.144.194

    nice job Slick -

    Race: Beat the New Years Clock 5K (3.1 Miles) 00:23:06, Place overall: 35
    Total Distance
    3.10

    Just thought I'd post my running plans for tonight now. I'm gunna do the Beat the (New Years) Clock 5k in Salt Lake City tonight for my 7th or 8th time. I predict I will beat the clock with about a 23 minute 5k.................Happy New Year Everybody!

    Do more than is required. What is the distance between someone who achieves their goals consistently and those who spend their lives and careers merely following? The extra mile. ------Gary Ryan Blair

     

    NYC 1 Miles: 3.10
    Comments
    From Rhett on Tue, Jan 01, 2013 at 12:48:53 from 74.33.2.214

    Wow, 6 seconds from your prediction. I guess you really know your pacing. Nice finish to an amazing year with so many marathons Slick.

    From Hillbilly Runner on Tue, Jan 01, 2013 at 15:54:09 from 207.162.186.109

    Lloyd you're amazing !!! Way to start off the New Year. Now what's your prediction for the SC USA ? Thanks for sharing the quote, I'm going to use it at my next Safety Meeting at work.

    Happy New Year from the Dunn's !!!!

    From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 01, 2013 at 19:04:58 from 69.171.160.41

    Thanks Rhett

    From Tom Slick on Tue, Jan 01, 2013 at 19:08:24 from 69.171.160.41

    Hey Ronnie, I'm feeling better and better about SC/USA every day. With last nights 5k tune up under power I really feel good going into the last 32 days before the race. I think I'll be conserative and aim myself for about a 3:40:00. Maybe?

    Total Distance
    1607.51
    BA9 Miles: 380.21BAA!0 Miles: 161.67BNN Miles: 86.10BA0 Miles: 46.50B9-10 Miles: 276.81BA NYC Miles: 289.32NBA9 Miles: 196.50NYC 1 Miles: 7.10
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