My Brilliant Children

I can't believe I had a hand in making these smart children!

Long Run Friday

15 Miles yesterday!! I wanted to finish in 3 hours. Final time- 3:00:33. I wanted to cry that last 33 seconds- kinda bummed I didn't make it. But really, it's pretty close to my goal... not to bad! I couldn't have even survived 15 miles all at once 4 months ago.The last mile was hard, But I was better prepared for this run than I was for my last long run day. Had snacks and lots of drinks, and I even got the treadmill that maxes out at 99 minutes. My fellow runners know the importance of a continuous run. It was nice to only have to reset once!I'm quite stiff today. May just walk on Monday... Then again, I may not! :)

Running Log: Entry 01.15.2010

I made it! Ran 13.1 miles today (1/2 marathon). Allotted time for the half is 3 hours. I Was hoping to be able to finish the half in Ogden in 2hrs. 45min.
Finished my run today in 2:42:37! I was starving and thought I might pass out by the 8th mile, but I made it! Look out Ogden! Can't wait to see what I can do when I'm properly carbed up!
And look out TOU Marathon in September! Emily, I guess I should ask you (and Willey) to put me up for the weekend! Just waiting for March 1st when I can register for that one!
Yeah for the obsession!
(Thanks Emily for the picture!)

TOU Marathon

The Top Of Utah Marathon is in the fall. September I believe.... I'm already committed to the half marathon in May. The question now is, am I obsessed enough to do a full marathon later this year? What do you think my loyal followers?

BTW.... I ran 10 miles last Wednesday. Felt good! this 1/2 marathon will be a piece of cake, with 800 mg of ibuprofen on the side!

Yep... A little sore this morning, but not nearly as bad as I feared! Still gonna take it a little easier today, then hit it again tomorrow! This is sick! But I'm loving it!

:)

And So it begins...

9.12 miles today... May take tomorrow off ;)

What have I become!

What has happened to me! A friend at work has lovingly named me "THE RUNNING NAZI"! I've heard running is addicting... but really... I started going to the gym on October 1st. Shortly after my last post. I thought I was going for the elliptical, but quickly got addicted to the treadmill. Now I run 5.5 to 6 miles 3 or 4 times a week.

So, I have a new disease, and yes it is contagious. I caught it from Emily. Aaron and Dani were also key players in my new obsession. :)

Quite the contrary to my last post, I have an announcement to make:

I'm signing up for a 1/2 marathon in May!! Yes, Emily, I'm doing it!

Emily, I blame you mostly. ;) I'm already nervous. But during my run today (6.1 miles), I started to get really excited about it. My next concern, ...will this spawn a marathon run in my future?? One thing at a time! Let's see if this 1/2 marathon breaks me first! To finish in the allotted amount of time,. I need to average a 4.5 mph pace. I usually run 5.5 to 6.5 mph. can I keep this up for 3 hours?... Pray for me! ;)

Massive THANK YOU's to Emily for infecting me, Aaron for inspiring me, and Dani for out doing me! Love to you all! I'll keep you updated on my treatment schedule! I can't wait to see what happens next....