Best run so far

Monday I ran 3 miles, Tuesday 4 miles, Wednesday I did some weight training, and today I had intentions to run 4 miles and then my long run on Saturday in Boise. Just as I was going out my front door, Tom Nilsen was running by and so he was kind enough to wait for me. He said he was running his long run today because he couldn't on Saturday so I told him I would run 5 with him and then he could finish out. After 5 I felt pretty good so I kept going. I finished my longest run this year with 8 miles. I was surprised by how good I felt. It was a very comfortable pace for me at 10:30/mile. I stopped at about 6.5 miles to stretch because I was cramping a little. That seemed to help a bunch. I need to make sure I'm stretching about every 4-5 miles. I had one of those "ah ha" moments today where I think I could have ran a few more miles. The temperature was cloudy and a little on the cool side which I think helped. It is also nice to run with company, I enjoy running with Tom. Helps to keep my mind off the pain, and the boredom of running alone. I hope to cap the week off with a 3 mile run on saturday which would put me at 18 for the week. The depressing part, is this 8 mile run will be part of my short run in August and September. Oh well, one run at a time.

Junk Hunt Memories

Another fun time at the junk hunt. I needed to capture some memories before I forget. We were supposed to go to Johnson's Creek, but many got stuck in snow trying to get up there so they moved it to Immigration Canyon which is about 25-30 miles south of Grouse Creek. Kerry took his tent trailer up again and Dad, Walker and I stayed with him and Hayden.

Thursday we had a discussion in the kitchen regarding our menu plans. Wendy was giving her advice, on what we should eat. Walker, "We don't eat healthy Mom, it's the Junk Hunt!"

Friday about noon Kerry arrived in Oakley. Hayden and Walker embrace in the drive way exchanging their "I love you's".

Walker Rode up in the truck with Kerry and Hayden. On the way up Walker says to his Uncle Kerry, "I don't even know why my mom misses me, she doesn't play with me that much anyway."

We arrive get set up, play some horse shoes and have a great steak and potatoes dinner. Sitting around the camp fire at night telling stories is a favorite. Zane asks Walker if he's enjoying the junk hunt and he replies, "yes, it's nice to finally get away from the sisters for a while"

Saturday morning we had pancakes and burnt sausage (sorry guys). Then we went on a 4-wheeler trip up through the mountains where we climbed some rocks and shot guns. On the way up Walker says to me, "Dad, you're lucky to have a son so you don't have to be up here by yourself." Yes, Walker I feel blessed to have a son. Walker thanked me numerous times for bringing him on the Junk Hunt.

Saturday afternoon we played horseshoes, caught horny toads and shot skeet. Dad and I left home just before dinner.

Total Count, 99. Keeps on getting bigger. Hope Craig, Jeff, and Jason can make it next year.

Still Running

I did not run as many miles this week, but it feels like I ran more. Not a good sign. Just ran 3 five mile days. They were in a row and the last day (today) I had a low blood sugar incident. Good thing mom and dad live on my route and I was able to step in for a couple pills and was able to finish my run. Note to self, don't eat watermelon before I run. Now getting ready for junk hunt.

Why can't all my runs be ar sea level

Beautiful 5 mile run this morning. I think I will move my training camp to Semiahmoo. Picture is looking across the ocean into BC Canada.



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Marathon Training

I thought I would blog my training so I could look back and see if I have made any progress, or at least discourage anybody else from trying.

This week was my first week of 20 miles. 3 on Monday, 4 on Tuesday, 3 on Friday, and 7 today. I will try to do all my long runs on Saturday. 7 is considered a long run at this point, but in a couple months, 7 will be considered a short run.

I ran with Tom Nilsen, who seemed to push me. Especially the first 4 miles. I was struggling to keep up, but mile 5 and 6 were a slower pace thankfully. I was feeling pretty good except for my knees were a little sore on this run. I was telling Tom (who is a physical therapist) and he said I had TMB. Immediately I was a little concerned wondering if I was going to have to have surgery or something. I said, "what is that?", he said "Too Many Birthdays".

I felt pretty good during mile 6 and most of mile 7. I struggled with the finish up hill and into the wind. At this point still wondering how I could ever go 19 more miles. Makes me want to cry just typing the number 19 more. I think what is more discouraging than that is this run I ran will soon be a short run during the week.

Finished with an ave. 10:16/mile. It is nice to have company on a run, even though I can only listen cuz I'm way out of breath to do any talking. My official 16 week program doesn't start until June 1st but I will try to keep up this schedule over the next few weeks.

Unfortunately, I Won The Lottery

CONGRATULATIONS!!!
We would like to personally congratulate you on being selected for the 2010 St George Marathon. This year you were 1 of the 7400 lucky runners to be chosen out of a record-breaking 11,000 registrants. We will be hosting runners from 50 states and 17 countries. We would like to thank you for your interest in our event and we look forward to seeing each of you cross the finish line in October!


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