| Location: NJ,USA Member Since: Oct 13, 2008 Gender: Male Goal Type: Boston Qualifier Running Accomplishments: 2008 Toronto Half-Marathon 1:42 Short-Term Running Goals: I’m signed up and ready for New Jersey Marathon on May 3rd. Also, I joined the NYRR and am attempting to complete 10 official races for a guaranteed spot in NYC Marathon (2010). Long-Term Running Goals: I want to qualify for Boston by the end of 2009 and have Blaze run a 5k... Personal: I've been running for about a year. After putting my foot in my mouth at a family gathering, I promised my wife's grandmother that I would complete Boston in the next year - so the challenge has begun.
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| It was a rather nice morning, so I went for a run outside. 7:35 pace |
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| 10:10 pace. Now that my training is going well, I would like to add some strength training, does anyone have a good plan? |
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| 9:30 pace |
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| 8:15 pace. I started the one hundred pushup challenge today. |
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| This morning a little tired after a night of basketball and beers.
Fortunately, breakfast included the Scahill eggs recipe (I’ve never seen such white yokes) which provided that much needed energy for a run in the park. 8:35 pace. |
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NYRR Half-Marathon Grand Prix (BRONX) (13.1 Miles) 01:48:00 | | Slow miles | Fast miles | Total Distance | | 3.10 | 10.00 | 13.10 |
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The race was a last minute idea. My plan was 8 minute pace; however, the legs were feeling good so I went out a little faster. For the first 9 ½ miles, my pace was around 7:30. At mile 10 I had the worse stomach cramp and almost shut down my race. For the remainder of race, I was one step above walking which killed my time. I’m going to have to figure out what went wrong. Also, I realized that I have to add more hill work. |
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| 9:50 pace. Completed the third day of 100pushup challenge... |
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| 8:50 pace. Also, the fourth set of 100pushup challenge. After my run, my shins have been bothering me throughout the afternoon. I really should add more stretching after my runs. Does anyone have any good stretching tips - blaze am throwing you softballs here... |
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7:20 pace. I took the last few days off as my wife and I went on a quasi vacation for the long weekend. The break came at the right time. My feet have been riddled with blisters that are affecting my running. I have to find something to fix the problem. Over the weekend, I purchased Marathon by Hal Higdon. The big takeaway from the book – I have to make a solid effort to change speed from day to day. |
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8:30 pace. This has not been the best week for running with a lot happening at work. Since the marathon is coming sooner than later, I will try to get one more long run before the end of the week.
Rebecca (wife) has decided to run her first 5k! The goal is a local in April - Blaze are you taking note!!!
Ryan, sleep has not been the best since I’m rather stressed about that case interview; however, I’m looking to get back on schedule next week… |
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8:50 pace. I really wanted one more long run for the week; however, did not think it was going to happen around mile 6. My energy started to really dip. I believe mental concentration was the biggest challenge since the long run was on a treadmill. Around mile 7.5, I found a reserve and finishing on a real high - that was until I started walking around after the run! |
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9:50 pace. Tonight, Rebecca and I went for a run. I was a little worried since I put in 17 miles the last two days. The pace was good, but my legs still felt rather heavy. As my miles are adding up, I’m thinking a message might be a good idea; however, I’m not sure how much it will really helps. Any feedback would be helpful. Next weekend I'm planning on a 5k with NYRR. The race will be my third, and I need 10 plus one volunteer for a spot in NYC marathon for 2010. |
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8:00 pace. As I begin to review my miles for my upcoming marathon (May 3rd), I’m not sure if I’m adding enough miles. I’ve tried to stick to a standard novice marathon training program; however, work has been preventing me from a set schedule. I may have to rethink my goal time (3:15ish). |
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8:45 pace. Does anyone know if we can add a follower feature (sends email to those that read the blog when new posting appears), which is popular on a lot of other sites? For some strange reason, people are reading my stuff... |
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My marathon training is shutting down today. The past two weeks, the pain in my lower right shin/ankle has continued to worsen. Last night, I tried to play a little basketball and it felt like someone was hitting me with a hammer as I ran back and forth.
Hopefully I can resume running sooner than later, but until I have clearance from a doctor. I’m going to stay clear of running. |
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