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Monday & Back to Running

Update for Last Week:

My goal was 19  miles but  I only ran  for a total of  11.5 miles. (With my injured heel, I am glad to have run at all!!)
No Races
I played tennis 2x and did yoga 1x.

Goals for the Week:

This week’s schedule:

Mon – USTA tennis match
Tues – tennis
Wed-Sat – in Milwaukee for a work conference
Sun – at Lake George (weather permitting)

This week’s running:

Tues – 3.5  mi before work
Wed – 3 mi  before flight or wait try to get to 5k race in Milwaukee??
Fri – 3 mi in Milwaukee
 
Week Running Goal = 9.5 miles 
June Monthly Running Goal = 70 miles, a race or 2

Yearly Running Goal = 1011 miles

Happy Running!

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400 Miles….

I have run 400.5  miles so far this year. This is year 4 of my running life.  The first year I didn’t calculate but I bet it was about 100, year 2 was about 200 and last year, I ran 678.5. 

Obviously I got serious last year and kept track on my miles and I ran ALL year (even during the winter).

My goal is 1011 miles which means I am behind a bit but I have 2 half marathons scheduled so the miles will hopefully increase.

Update for Last Week:

My goal was 21  miles but  I only ran  for a total of  17.5 miles.
I ran a 5K race (finished under 28 min.)
I played tennis 2x and did yoga 1x.

Goals for the Week:

This week’s schedule:

Mon – nails
Tues – tennis
Wed –yoga
Thurs – dinner with friend
Fri –  mah jongg
Sat & Sun – at the lake (weather permitting)

This week’s running:

Tues – 3 mi before work
Wed – 4 mi after work
Thurs – 3 miles before or after work
Sun – 9 mi ????
 
Week Running Goal = 19 miles 
June Monthly Running Goal = 70 miles, a race or 2

Yearly Running Goal = 1011 miles

Happy Running!

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A New Week!

Update for Last Week:

My goal was 17  miles but  I only ran  for a total of  15.5 miles.
I ran a 5K race (finished under 29 min.)
I played tennis 2x and did yoga 1x.

Goals for next week:

This week’s schedule:

Mon – proctor LSAT
Tues – tennis after work
Wed –yoga
Thurs – haircut
Fri –  mah jongg

This week’s running:

Mon – 3 mi before or after work
Wed – 4 mi after work
Thurs – 3 miles before work
Sat – OK Bank 5K race
Sun – 8 mi
 
Week Running Goal = 21 miles 
June Monthly Running Goal = 70 miles, a race or 2

Yearly Running Goal = 1011 miles

Happy Running!

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June already?

May Recap:

Goals:

  • 60 miles  – ALMOST – 57.5  (This is my lowest mileage month this year but also the lst month without half marathon training and I was on vacation for a week.)
  • running 3-4 times per week  – YES!
  • a 5k race (finishing under 30 min) or 2 or 3 or 4 – YES! 3 5ks – all under 30 min and a 3.5 mi race – that’s 4 races!!

Highlights of May:

My Tennis Vacation in Naples, Florida:

after a run one morning

Memorial Day Weekend on Lake George:

on the marina dock after a morning run

Goals for June:

  • 70 miles
  • running 3-4 times per week
  • adding some longer runs
  • a 5k race or 2 (finishing under 29 min)

Happy Running!

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Monday Goals on Tuesday

Update for Last Week:

My goal was 15  miles and I ran 6 times for a total of  15.5 miles. YAY!
No races.
I played tennis 1x and did yoga 1x.

Goals for next week:

This week’s schedule:

Mon – boating on the lake
Tues – tennis after work
Wed –yoga
Thurs – belated b-day dinner
Fri –  mah jongg
Sun – NYC to see Memphis on Broadway

This week’s running:

Mon – 3 mi near the marina
Wed – 4 mi after work
Thurs – 3 miles before work
Sat – Freihofer’s Run for Women 5k + 4 more
 
Week Running Goal = 17 miles 
June Monthly Running Goal = 70 miles, a race or 2

Yearly Running Goal = 1011 miles

Happy Running!

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Monday, Monday, Monday

Update for the Last 2 Weeks:

My goal was 21.5  miles and I ran 7 times for a total of  21.5  miles. YAY!
I ran  a 3.5 mile race and a 5K race. (almost PR in both)
I played tennis 8x and had 5 clinics.

Goals for next week:

This week’s schedule:

Mon – tennis after work
Tues – mentor mtg
Wed –yoga
Thurs – belated b-day dinner
Fri –  mah jongg
Sat – boating on the lake
Sun – boating on the lake

This week’s running:

Tues – 3 mi after work
Wed – 3 mi after work
Thurs – 4  miles after work
Sun – 5 mi in Bolton Landing
 
Week Running Goal = 15 miles 
May Monthly Running Goal = 60 miles, a race or 2 or 3 or 4

Yearly Running Goal = 1011 miles

Happy Running!

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It’s Monday and My Birthday!

Yup, I am 58 years old today!!

If you asked me 5 years ago if I would run in a 5k race, I would have laughed in your face.  If you asked me one year ago if I would run a half marathon, I would have done the same.   I am thankful that I am healthy and have friends and bloggers that support my craziness.

my proudest moment

 

 

Finishing is Winning‘s Brain Exchange #35:

This Week’s Topic: Handling Set-Backs

This Week’s Question: What kind of set-backs have you experienced when it comes to your sport?  Have you had an injury, financial issue or other stress that has interfered with your training and how did/do you handle it?

I am pretty lucky to not have had major injuries.  I have had a slight knee issue and a foot problem. In both cases, I just cut back my running and paid more attention to icing & stretching & ibuprofen. I know if I had to stop running for any length of time, I would be totally bummed.

Both boating and tennis have greatly impacted my running time. My hubby has so far been agreeable to let me work around our weekends on the boat & I have been able to squeeze in my training runs and my summer 5ks. I will also try this summer to schedule my long runs on Thursdays.

Tennis is another story.  I try to not run & play on the same day so my body doesn’t fall apart.  But sometimes I have to.  I also don’t play on many teams anymore and I have to explain to my friends why I want to run rather than play on their team.

My husband was forced to retire before we were financially ready so I have been conscious about the cost of races. Racing is important to me so I try to cut back on other things.

Last week update:

My goal was 13  miles and I ran 4 times for a total of  13  miles. YAY!!
I ran  a 5K race.(actually it was 3 mi) and had a BIG PR!!
I played tennis twice.

Goals for the next 2 weeks:

This week’s schedule:

Mon – tennis after work
Tues – tennis after work
Wed – leave for Naples, Fla
Thurs – tennis, beach
Fri – tennis, beach
Sat – tennis beach
Sun – tennis, beach

Next week’s schedule:

Mon – sightseeing
Tues – tennis, beach
Wed – return to Albany, NY
Fri –  mah jongg
Sat – my hubby’s b-day
Sun – my belated B-day dinner w/BF

This week’s running:

Tues – 3 mi before work
Thurs – 3  miles before tennis
Sat – 3  miles before tennis
Sun – 3 mil before tennis

Next week’s running:

Tues – 3  miles before tennis
Thurs – Workforce Challenge 3.5 mi Race
Sun – SPAC 5k race 
 
2 Week Running Goal = 21.5 miles 
May Monthly Running Goal = 60 miles, a race or 2 or 3 or 4

Yearly Running Goal = 1011 miles

Happy Running! Florida here I come!

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Brain Exchange #34 and Monday Running Goals

 

Finishing is Winning‘s Brain Exchange:

This Week’s Topic:  Running Green

This Week’s Question:  In celebration of (belated) Earth Day, tell us how you help the earth by running green.

I am embarrassed to say that I’m not that environmentally conscious.  But I want to be. I usually carry a small water bottle if I run a long distance or just drink from the tap before & after my run. I rarely buy bottled water.

Last week update:

My goal was 10  miles and I ran 4 times for a total of  11  miles. Slowly recovering.
I ran a 5K race.
I played tennis once  and did Yoga once.

Goals for this week:

This week’s schedule: (A BUSY ONE!!)

Mon – tennis after work
Tues – tennis after work
Wed – yoga
Thurs – hair appt, Diva Night at FleetFeet
Fri –  mah jongg
Sat – “HAIR” and dinner out w/friends
Sun – Mother’s Day dinner out w/family

This week’s running (if  I have time):

Tues- 3  miles after work
Wed – 4 miles after work
Fri – 3 miles after or before work
Sun – Mother’s Day 5k race 
 
Weekly Running Goal = 13 miles 
May Monthly Running Goal = 60 miles, a race

Yearly Running Goal = 1011 miles

Happy Running!

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Welcome May!!

Rainy April is over tomorrow! YAY!!

Here’s the recap:

My Goals for April were:

  • 80 miles  – SUCCESS– I ran 83 miles!
  • a 5 mi race (my first) – SUCCESS ! (My longest non-walking run so far.)
  • Run my 2nd Half Marathon!!! – SUCCESS – It was cold and raining and I had a PR and won 2nd in my AG award

I also ran in 3 virtual races, won a case of Honey Milk and a My Run headband. I did yoga almost every Wed and played tennis 1-2x per week.

Now it’s time for May Flowers and my Birthday!!! And my annual spring tennis trip with the girls to Naples, Florida!!!

Goals for May!

  • 60 miles (hm training is over)
  • running 3-4 times per week (hm training is over)
  • a 5k race (finishing under 30 min. – hm training is over)

Yes, the consistent message is that my half marathon training is over for 2 months and I can run for pleasure and I can work on 5K speed.

Happy Running! Did I tell you my birthday is May 9?

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Half Marathon Goals

Why I was super psyched for my first half marathon:

  • It was my first!!!!!!
  • It was my longest race over 5k!!
  • It took place in Florida.
  • It was in a warm climate during a very cold winter.
  • It was so easy to plan my race outfit.
  • It is a flat course!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • It was in Naples, my favorite tennis vacation spot!
  • It was scheduled on my wedding anniversary!
  • My hubby would be waiting at the finish line.
  • It could be combined with a vacation (& my hubby’s trip to visit his sister).
  • The race was followed by relaxing on the beach!
  • I didn’t tell anyone  I was running a half marathon (except bloggers) so no expectations.
  • I didn’t care about my time (unless it was over 2:45)
  • I just wanted to finish strong & get a medal!!

I am happy!!!

Why I am NOT super psyched for my 2nd half marathon:

  • It is NOT my first!!!!!!
  • I have already raced longer than 5K:  4 miles, 5 miles and 13.1
  • It is almost local.
  • It has been a cold, windy cloudy spring.
  • I cannot decide what  to wear.
  • My hubby cannot come.
  • My Lake George friends are still in Florida.
  • My running buddy who talked me into this race is injured and cannot run.
  • It is not flat.
  • What if it rains – I’ve never run in the ran, never raced in the rain (and I don’t want to)
  • My feet hurt…
  • I should try to PR.  PRESSURE!

Why I am going to GET PSYCHED for my 2nd half marathon:

  • It ‘s my second!!
  • I love racing!
  • I love Lake George!!
  • I know 2 or 3 women who are racing it.
  • I will meet some new DMers there.
  • The outlets are nearby.
  • There’s a 4 hour time limit. (No pressure)
  • I don’t have to PR. (I will have more chances to PR – Sept 25, Nov 6…)
  • I will get a medal!!

Happy Me!!

So here are my GOALS:
A – PR – faster than 2:28 (ot) or 2:26 (gt)
B – faster than 2:45
C – finish strong and have fun

Happy Running!