Friday, August 21, 2009
Sneak Peak...
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!
Monday, August 17, 2009
They are here!
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
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
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.
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.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
18 Weeks to Vegas
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.
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.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
19 Weeks to Vegas
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.
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.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Darn you....Camelbak
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
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
Thursday, July 23, 2009
OH NO...Thursday Workout
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
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
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Kicking It In Blackville
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!
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!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Be Thankful
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.
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.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Hike on the Kalalau Trail
As I promised...here are some pictures from our hike in Kauai. Yes I wore my Garmin, wanted to keep up on our milage. We had a great hike and really really look forward to going back. We only hiked the first two miles, just to Hanakapi'ai Beach and back. But as you can tell from the pictures the views were AMAZING!
Na Pali Coast, the most famous 11 mile hike. We only did 4 miles...but we plan on making the trip back and doing the whole thing. It was AMAZING!
Hanakapi'ai Beach (the first beach on the Kalalau Trail)
a beautiful beach after a strenuous 2 mile hike
Jamie watching the surfers
a peek at the beach from the trail down
a beautiful view of the Na Pali Coast
coming back down
another beautiful view
a view of Ke'e Beach
that's just a TRIP/FALL waiting to happen
Na Pali Coast, the most famous 11 mile hike. We only did 4 miles...but we plan on making the trip back and doing the whole thing. It was AMAZING!
Hanakapi'ai Beach (the first beach on the Kalalau Trail)
a beautiful beach after a strenuous 2 mile hike
Jamie watching the surfers
a peek at the beach from the trail down
a beautiful view of the Na Pali Coast
coming back down
another beautiful view
a view of Ke'e Beach
that's just a TRIP/FALL waiting to happen
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