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Location:

Eugene,OR,USA

Member Since:

Nov 09, 2007

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Other

Running Accomplishments:

  • 5k PR - 18:48 (7/04/08)
  • 8K PR - 33:46 (5/19/07, on trails)
  • 10k PR - I have not run a competitive 10K yet.
  • 12K PR - 50:10 (8/09/08)
  • 15K PR - 1:04:52 (3/22/08)
  • Marathon - Have run 1 trail marathon, (Grand Island) 3:55 (July 2007)
  • Ultra Marathons -
  • Farmdale 33.5 miles, 10/08 - 6:08
  • Riddle Run 28 Miles, 01/09 - 5:35 (run in 2-3 inches of snow)
  • Devil's Lake 50k, 07/09 - 6:22
  • Howl at the Moon 8 hour, 08/09 - 39.98 miles
  • North Country Trail Run 50 miles, 09/09 - 9:44
  • Farmdale 32 miles, 10/09 - 5:45
  • McNotAgain 30 Miles, 10/09 - 5:50
  • Red Rock Canyon Half, Las Vegas, 06/12 - 2:15


Short-Term Running Goals:

Keep running in the winter - 1st year in Eugene - fun!

Long-Term Running Goals:

Keep on Keeping on..

Personal:

Moved to Eugene in Autumn, 2012 - Track city USA!

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Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
17.750.000.000.0017.75
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.000.000.000.003.00

Weather - 60 degrees, sunny.

I returned the rental car, and somehow managed to run 3 easy miles back home. My legs felt as flexible as concrete, but they loosened up the further I ran along.

I was almost certain I had no injuries from yesterdays race, but would not be sure until I ran today. I am happy to say that all seems normal. The only ill effect is extreme muscle damage in my quads, which should be 100% recovered in 7 to 10 days.

So I have made it to the resting phase of my training without getting injured, that is probably my best accomplishment of the year. For the next 5-6 weeks all runs will be easy, no speedwork, and no racing.

In December I will begin to rebuild my base.

#338

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
1.500.000.000.001.50

Weather - 58 degrees, sunny.

My legs are very sore, so I ran easy and short today. 

After the run I did some upper body exercises, at least that part of my body feels normal.

They posted the results of the race today. I discovered that I placed 14 out of 66 runners. I am surprised I placed that high. Rachel asked me yesterday how I thought I placed, and I guessed 25 out of 50. I made a lot of mistakes out there, I think I could have run 30 minutes faster if I knew how to use my time better. But it was my first ultra, so I will hopefully learn as I gain more experience. 

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.000.000.000.003.00

Weather - 58 degrees, clear.

Legs felt better today, still sore, but flexibility much improved. Running subsequently was easier, I was able to extend my legs and run at 8:00 pace for about 800m.

After the run did 4 sets of strength exercises, stretching, and 35 minute walk home.

#340

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.000.000.000.003.00

Weather - 53 degrees, sunny.

My legs are making a nice day by day recovery, I'm surprised how quickly my energy for running has returned. Just an easy 3 miles, then 5 sets of strength exercises, stretching, and 35 minute walk home.

#341

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
3.500.000.000.003.50

Weather - 58 degrees, cloudy.

Legs still on the mend, but I had a minor setback. Upon arrival at the arboretum I was feeling good and my pace unconsciously picked up. My left thigh rejected this small bit of speed and I felt a bit of spasm in the muscle. I immediately slowed and it allowed me to continue running. 

Later in the day I felt a bit of swelling in the left thigh, so I have to make sure to run slow for the next few days to let everything fully heal.

Walked 30 minutes home after the run.

#342

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
1.250.000.000.001.25

Weather - 48 degrees, cloudy.

Just 1.25 miles around the neighborhood with the dog. Legs felt pretty good.

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
2.500.000.000.002.50

Weather - 53 degrees, clear. 

Ran 1.75 miles to the arboretum, then 1 grass loop barefoot. 

Legs are feeling better each day. My right leg is about 85%, but my left leg is still trying to recover from the thigh spasm 2 days ago. It did not cause me any problems today, but I could feel it when I was doing my strength exercises.

It does not matter how long it takes for me to recover, I am happy to have no serious injuries, and I am looking forward to easy running in the coming weeks.

After the run 3 sets of strength exercises, stretching, and 35 minute walk home.

I noticed I ran only 17.50 miles this week. That is the lowest amount in a long time, I guess it fits with the current plan - taking it easy....

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Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
17.750.000.000.0017.75
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