It's A Running Thing

NOT my race report

2009-12-09T23:09:00.004-04:00

Just wanted to post a quick update. We just got back to Fredericton after our weekend vacation to Las Vegas. I am looking forward to posting my race report from the Las Vegas Marathon. BUT I have been gone for almost a week and have a ton of homework and emails that I have to get done first. I will mention that I ran into a few minor problems during the race, but had two of my wonderful Team Point Two teammates there to help me through my race. I will also be writing a section about all the wonderful people that help me along the way. I am truly blessed to have such wonderful friends and family! So I will end this and get back to my homework. You can look forward to a video that I will be putting together too ;-)

BIG 20 MILER

2009-11-14T22:30:00.002-04:00

I just finished my 6 miles today feeling a little bummed. I feel like I'm falling apart at the seems. My hamstring injury finally got better and then the pain seemed to move into my butt, then to my lower back. I just want to make it to Vegas healthy! Tomorrow is a big run for me....20 miles. The farthest distance that I've ever done in marathon training. When I was training for my first marathon the farthest distance that I got was 16 miles. Last week I ran into major problems during my Sunday long run. I was dehydrated and started cramping and had to call it quits after mile 9.

So that following Monday I decided to give up coffee until after the Vegas Marathon. Holy cow! I never thought it was going to be that hard. I think it took me all week to get rid of those caffeine headaches. Can you tell I was addicted??? I have been replacing all that coffee with water. I'm feeling much better! Tomorrow I'm going to be practicing my nutritional intake for the marathon. John has me running for 1 hour then walking 5 minutes REPEAT until 20 miles. I will post an update tomorrow after I run. Now I'm off to bed.
See you on the road!
lucky7runner

Las Vegas Marathon Route

2009-11-03T11:34:00.000-04:00

Rock 'N Roll Las Vegas Marathon 2009
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busy at school...

2009-10-28T22:01:00.003-03:00

I have been back at school for 4 weeks now. I'm still trying to figure out how to get everything done in one day. I wish there were more hours in the day! So far I'm having a great time in school. I get to be creative and I have also found a way to show my love for running at the same time. A few examples are these recent book covers that I had to design (I was pretending I was writing about my life). Can you pick which one was the overall winner?

I also talked my Art teacher into assigning the designing of the Team Point Two logo. Here's what I made.

Final example is probably my favorite. For my Video Production class I'm writing and shooting my own running commercial. I'm taking my favorite running quotes "my Sunday mornings aren't for sleeping in" and "my holidays aren't for taking it easy" and making a commercial. I will post it as soon as I'm finished. So these are the main reasons why I haven't been posting as much as I should. BUT I'm finally getting into the swing of things, and should be posting more.
See you on the road!
lucky7runner

Running with George

2009-10-26T17:32:00.006-03:00

I finally had the chance to put all my pictures together from the Oct 10-11 weekend. At the very last minute I turned the World Wide Festival of Races into an additional race that is dear to my heart. Almost a year ago our friend George passed away and I saw it as a perfect opportunity to honor his memory. Here are some of the pictures from that weekend. We had runners from New Zealand,Italy, the US, Canada, and Kuwait (just to name a few). My friend who is serving over seas didn't have a camera to take his picture but he sent along this message:
"Even though I run almost every day, this run was great and gave me an opportunity to reflect on the important people in my life as well as this past year. Believe it or not, but the 10k fell on my 365th day of this deployment....pretty awesome timing for thoughts and reflection."

Thanks to all of my friends who took part in the Running with George event! It really meant the world to me and George's family! Please enjoy the pictures!

THE WORLD WIDE FESTIVAL OF RACES

2009-10-05T11:03:00.004-03:00

On the weekend of 10-11 October 2009 runners from around the world will 'virtually' come together to celebrate their passion for the sport they love by running The Worldwide Festival of Races Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances.
Are you registered? As of today there are over 900 entrants in 42 different countries. How cool is that! To learn more about this race please visit The Worldwide Festival of Races website.
I personally will be running the 1/2 marathon portion on Sunday Oct 11. Why don't you join me? This is a free event and you will be running with fellow runners from all over the world. Below is a great video that I found on Runcast TV. I hope that you will be joining me and fellow runners this weekend.
See you on the road!
lucky7runner

Donna

2009-10-04T11:07:00.010-03:00

Today is the day! Our very own Donna Nettleship from Team Point Two is running the Portland Marathon. She is the first teammate to run her marathon. You can follow her running at the Portland Marathon website (Donna Nettleship #6679). I will also try and give updates as she runs. Please check back for her final race results!
GO DONNA GO!!!

UPDATE:
Donna reaches 10k in 51:16
Donna reaches 8.9M in 1:14:06
Donna just passes the 1/2 way point in 1:51:45
Donna reaches 17.5M in 2:32:27
Donna reaches 20M in 2:56:45....only 6.2 to go
FINISH HARD DONNA. GO DONNA GO!!!!
Donna reaches 26.2 in 3:59:51
WAY TO GO DONNA! TEAM POINT TWO IS SO PROUD!!!

Fall in New Brunswick

2009-09-27T21:26:00.008-03:00

As I promised some pictures from the trails that I run everyday. Yesterday was such a beautiful day!

Fall starts and I'm feeling better

2009-09-25T21:47:00.004-03:00

For almost two weeks now I have been dealing with hamstring pain. In both high school and college I was pledged with bad hamstrings (I've suffered both strains and a severe grade 2 tear). So I have been very cautious about my running these last few weeks. Which in turn has put me a little down in the dumps. I have been having a hard time trying to motivate myself to get out for my runs. Today in fact, Tony had to physically take me outside. He promised that I would feel better after it was over (of course he was right).

This is my first fall in New Brunswick. Today on my run I really got to take full advantage of viewing the beautiful changing leaves. I had one of those moments where I could just be thankful for the opportunity to be out running. Friday has to be my favorite day for running. Everyone is busy getting home...getting ready for their weekend. It was so quiet and peaceful tonight. Ah...smile. I'm just so happy!

On my way home I grabbed some of the beautiful leaves (so I could give you a teaser). Tomorrow I'm going to try and get out and take some pictures. So you can see just how lucky I am!
Tonight above all, I'm so very thankful for my teammates. They lift me up when I need it the most! Thank you TEAM POINT TWO! Sending my love, Jamie

Terry Fox Run Update

2009-09-21T13:42:00.003-03:00

It has been over a week since I ran my first 10K race. Now I wouldn't really call this a race (we didn't have race numbers or chips), it was technically a "fun" run. All the same I was still nervous. The race took place on the trails in Fredericton that I usually do all my training on. It was good because I knew what to expect. This was probably the hardest race I have ever done. It pretty much felt like I was sprinting the whole thing! I felt out of shape and ready to cry. At mile 6 I wanted to quit...but dug in an finished hard (ha ha the last .2). Although I had a really great race it was overshadowed by my right hamstring. Early in the week I tweaked it and didn't email John because I didn't have internet. So I continued with the planned workouts and ran the race without him knowing. Needless to say I don't think the race helped the hamstring out any. Overall, it was a good experience. BUT the next 10K race I do will definitely be a road race.

The Terry Fox Run

2009-09-07T12:19:00.004-03:00

"And almost 30 years later, Canadians adopted Terry’s mission of finding a cure for all cancers with an enthusiasm and passion that has done him proud. In keeping with the approach of its founder, The Terry Fox Run (1981 - ) is an innovative and volunteer-led event, all-inclusive, non-competitive, with no corporate sponsorship, incentives or fundraising minimums.

It has become a fall tradition in Canada to gather your friends and family, lace on your shoes, bring our pledge sheets and attend your favourite Terry Fox Run site, where Organizers have no budget for expenses but have unlimited appreciation for your attendance!

The Annual Run in Canada is usually hosted on the second Sunday after Labour Day, the month chosen by Terry to reflect when he had to stop running and when Canadians had to start."
Taken from Terry Fox Foundation http://www.terryfox.org

This year I will be participating in The Terry Fox Run held in Fredericton, NB. I will be running with my family in a group named "Family Ties." I'm so honored to be a part of such a special thing!

Nervous

2009-09-03T18:48:00.003-03:00

I am starting to get a little nervous about my marathon in December. Since it’s my second marathon I know a little more about what to expect. But now I have the PR looming over head. Many many "what ifs" running around in my head. I'm thankful to have my teammates from Team Point Two around to help with motivation and inspiration!
I'm also missing the Netherlands. Normally around the end of August we are moving back to Europe for hockey. This year we will not be going back. I did find out on Monday that I got accepted into an 18 month program for Graphic and Digital Media Design. I'm really excited to go back to school and am thankful that I will be staying in my husband's home town. Lots of new things to look forward to.
Now I'm just trying to find a cheap flight home to Nebraska (for a quick visit) before school starts in October.

August Running Summary

2009-09-01T09:37:00.002-03:00

Runs: 26
Avg. Time: 01:05:38
Total Time: 28:26:37
Avg. Speed: 6.6 MPH
Avg. Mi Pace: 9:04
Avg. Dist.: 7.2 Mi
Total Dist.: 188.1 Mi
Avg. Cal. Burned: 736.8
Total Cal. Burned: 19157

Recovery Week

2009-09-01T09:35:00.001-03:00

Use this week as a recovery week before we forge into the next phase:

M: Off. Take a 4 mile walk if you must, but that's optional.

T: 5 miles. Warmup 1.5 miles. Stretch and 4x 10 second striders. 2 sets of 3x 1:30 up the best hill you can find that you can run 1:30 up. Walk 4 minutes between sets. 1.5 mile warm down.

W: Off.

Th: 4 miles. One mile easy. 2 miles in 17:10 (8:35/mile). One mile warmdown.

F: 5 miles easy, with 6x 10 second striders at end of run.

S: Off.

Su: 8 miles. After an easy first mile, run the last 7 miles at an avg. pace of 9:20/mile.

Week's mileage: 22 miles.

16 Weeks to Vegas

2009-08-24T09:50:00.002-03:00

M: easy 8 miles on a flat course.

T: 9 miles. 2 mile warmup. Stretch and striders. On a track, run 4x 400 meters in 1:51, with a 200 meter slow jog recovery. 1x 800 meters in 3:40. Warmdown 5 miles EASY.

W: Off.

Th: 8 miles. Warmup 2 miles. Stretch and do striders. 3x 1 mile in 7:10, with a one minute rest/jog interval. 3 mile warmdown.

F: 8 very easy.

S: 7 Easy, plus 6x 10 second striders.

S: 12 miles. After first 2 miles, run next two miles in 15:28 (7:44/mile pace). Run easy for the next 8.

Week's mileage: 52

Sunday Long Run

2009-08-23T23:42:00.002-03:00

We had such a great time doing our photo shoot and got so many great shots...I just wish I could post them all! So instead I think I will just add a new picture to every new post that I write.
I finished up this week with just a hair over 50 miles. Today was my first long run over 11 miles (the longest I've run during this training program). I had specific instructions to run 8:30 paces for a minute (during the odd miles, starting at mile 3) and two minutes (during the even miles, starting at mile 4)during my 13 mile run today. I felt really good for the first part of my run. I then hit some of the hill sections during miles 7 & 8. As luck would have it both pick-ups landed right at the bottom of hills. I think this pretty much wore out my legs and I started having problems for the last few miles.
I felt pretty terrible about it. I feel like one of my "strengths" is finishing strong. After beating myself up about it, I realized that I had a pretty tough couple of weeks. The heat out here has been hot hot hot well in the 90's and 100's. That coupled with the not having an air conditioner (which equals no sleep). I have been running either early in the mornings or late at night to try to avoid the hottest parts of the day. Honestly it just didn't want to cool off! So I changed my mind... I totally kicked butt! I'm actually looking forward to next week. If I can run during this hot spell, it's only going to get better and COOLER ;-)
I also wanted to thank all of you who read this. I'm going to try to be better at posting. I have been doing the running thing alone for so long. It seems as if I've gotten to be a little shy. That and living in France and the Netherlands and not speaking the native language made me super shy with people. I really want to thank you for listening because I have been pretty lonely these last few years. It's so nice to have friends that understand my running!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!
lucky7runner

Sneak Peak...

2009-08-21T10:56:00.004-03:00

Here is a sneak peak from our photo shoot Wednesday night. I wanted some new pictures for the blog, and because I just got married I wanted to do something in my wedding dress. So Stacey, Shawna (my sisters-in-law) and I got all dolled up and got some really great shots!

They are here!

2009-08-17T17:49:00.004-03:00

Finally my new shoes arrive! During yesterday's 11 mile run I really noticed how bad my shoes were. I'm so excited to take my new shoes out for a run!

Today has been super hot AGAIN! It's 90...but feels like 103, super duper! This is my actual first summer training for a race. It's HARD! Lately I have been trying to keep myself motivated with listening to as many new podcasts as possible. It's so great because we are all training in this same hot heat.

One of my favorite runners is Dirt Dawg he just ran a 100 mile race (The Burning River 100) on August 1.
The Burning River 100 is an exciting 100 mile run held in Northeast Ohio that travels through several of the region’s most scenic areas, including the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Cleveland Metroparks and the Metro Parks, serving Summit County.
What a great inspiration for all of us! If you haven't heard his podcast you should check it out.

As for me I have another big week of 51 miles and nothing but sun and heat in the forecast. But I do have my new shoes!!! I hope you have a good week.
See you on the road!
lucky7runner

17 Weeks to Vegas

2009-08-17T17:48:00.000-03:00

M: 7 miles super easy -- I mean it! 10 minute miles!! You can cut this to 5 if you are tired.

T: easy 9 miles.

W: Off.

Th: 9 miles easy.

F: 7 very easy.

S: 6 Easy, plus 6x 10 second striders.

S: 13 miles.

18 Weeks to Vegas

2009-08-11T10:57:00.000-03:00

M: REST. Thank you John...I really needed the extra day of rest

T: 9 miles easy over hills if possible.

W: REST.

Th: 7 miles. Warmup 1.5 miles, including 4x 10 second striders. 2x 400 meters (on track) in 1:47, one minute jog interval; 4x 800 meters in 3:41 with a 2 minute jog interval; warmdown 2.5 miles.

F: 7 easy.

S: 7 easy, with 6x 10 second striders at run's end.

S: 11 miles. Run second half faster.

19 Weeks to Vegas

2009-08-05T21:48:00.001-03:00

Thought I should post my running schedule weekly so that you can follow me without pulling up my buckeyeoutdoors account. Last week I had a HUGE week...running 50 miles! This week I'm working on quality miles!

M: easy 6 miles.

T: 6 miles:
1.5 mile warmup, including 6x10 sec striders.
1x1 mile in 7:37. Walk 4 minutes.
1x.75 miles in 5:43 (same 7:37/mile pace). Walk 4 minutes.
1x1 mile in 7:37. walk 4 minutes.
1.5 mile cooldown

W: Off.

Th: 6 miles. Find a moderate hill
2 mile warmup.
5x 60 seconds hard uphill, jogging down beforre going right back up.
Immediately after the 5 reps, go up hill one last time for apx. 1:30 hard.
2 mile cooldown.

F: Easy 5 miles.

S:Easy 6 miles, followed by 6x 10 second striders.

Su: 10 miles, at avg. of 9:05-9:20/mile.

Week total: 39.

Darn you....Camelbak

2009-07-24T10:43:00.000-03:00

Well...
Yesterdays run didn't go as well as I hoped. We had plans for dinner with our friends, so I headed out around 5:00pm. I decided to take my camelbak out with me because I could carry more water without have to carry bottles in my hands. I did my first two miles at a good pace (a little faster then the 9:30 pace). Felt good! Started my 5 x 1 min pick-ups (7:24 pace) followed by 4 mins (9:30 pace). Felt good! After finishing I was to run at a 9:30 and then finish up the last 2 miles at a 8:00 pace. I was hot! So I took some water from my camelbak. I first spit out the first 5 drinks hoping to get some colder water. Took at BIG drink...it didn't taste very good. Shortly my stomach started cramping up. I was about 2 miles away from home. So I did the death shuffle home. Ended up getting sick. It was the first time I've ever gotten sick running. I don't think that it was the heat...I'm assuming it was the water. I guess I didn't get it cleaned out properly. Today it is raining, so I don't have to worry about the heat. I will probably pass on the camelbak today (ha).

My question to you is:
What do you use for hydration on long runs? Carry bottles? Wear a hydration belt? Camelbak? I'm looking for some new ideas...because I've got more miles coming my way. Thanks for your help!
SEE YOU ON THE ROAD,
lucky7runner

OH NO...Thursday Workout

2009-07-23T12:18:00.000-03:00

Here is my running assignment from Cap'n John Ellis

Thursday: 9 miles. After 2 miles, run 5 x 1 minute pickups at apx. 7:25/mile pace (just for that minute) and return to 9:30/pace for 4 minutes before starting the next rep. 5 total pickups. Run 8:00/ mile for the last 2 miles.
Since it's going to be a harder workout I'm waiting until tonight to attempt this workout. Hopefully it will be a little cooler. I will post later and let you know how tonight went and the challeges I came across. Hope you are having a great day! See you on the road, J

Kicking It In Blackville

2009-07-22T17:38:00.000-03:00

At the begining of this week Tony & I spent a few day in Blackville, NB. Yesterday we spent the morning building a driveway "grader" for Tony's brother Terry. As you can see we are very talented, here is a picture of the finished project. It will be attached to the back of a tractor...and will turn the driveway as smooth as glass.

After we finished our project we headed out for a float on the Mirimachi. We were so lucky to have wonderful weather. What a great little break! Tony even caught me a salmon.

I'm looking forward to a great week of running!

Be Thankful

2009-07-17T09:17:00.000-03:00

Be Thankful
An Inspirational Poem

By Author Unknown

Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don't know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you're tired and weary,
because it means you've made a difference.

It's easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.