August 30, 2013 by Darlene

Slow Running Week

Yes, it is pathetic.

My excuses: it rained on Mon, I had a hair appt on Tues, I went to the US Open on Wed, I took my friend on to dinner on Thurs.

Except for Wed, I could have gotten up early and run before work…but I stayed in bed.

At least I am walking during the am break and at lunch.

Today I knew that I was going to the movies in the evening so I got up early and I RAN! It wasn’t so bad except for the 95% humidity.

I have lost my running mojo. If anyone has seen it, please return it to me soon!

Happy Running! Ever have one of those weeks?

August 28, 2013 by Darlene

Wordless Wednesday – Day at the US Open

1 hour of tennis

6 hours of rain delays

August 27, 2013 by Darlene

Tuesday Update

Last Week:

Monday – 4 miles ~~after work~~ (actually 2 miles walking at lunch and 2 miles running after work)
Tuesday – walk (2 miles at lunch) – dinner with friends

Wednesday – 3 miles after work ~~and/or yoga?~~

washington park

Thursday – walk, ~~hair appt~~ got cancelled, visited mentee
Friday – ~~7 miles!!~~ – DAY OFF – SICK ;(
Saturday – ~~rest – lake?~~ 3 miles run/walk
Sunday – 3 miles at the lake

view of the Sagamore

more of the Sagamore

boating on lake George

Next Week:

Monday – walk
Tuesday – 3 miles before work?, hair appt after work
Wednesday – DAY OFF, bus trip to the US Open tennis tournament

Thursday – walk or run – b-day dinner with friend
Friday – 3 miles before work?, movie after work
Saturday – maybe run
Sunday – walk/run? at the lake
Monday – day off – maybe 6-8 miles?

Happy Running!

August 26, 2013 by Darlene

Not as Planned

So much for plans.

I had taken Friday off from work so I could do a 7 mile long run.

I woke up Friday morning with a migraine and upset stomach. I spent the whole day in bed. Grrrrr!

Saturday, I felt better but not great. I managed to clean the house, do the laundry and take a 3 mile walk/run in my neighborhood.

Sunday, I was determined to have a good day.

So my hubby and I headed up to Lake George.

Usually we sleep on the boat the night before and I get up early to run. (This was the plan every weekend in summers past.)

early morning at the marina

It was a perfect day weather-wise and my hubby was anxious to get on the lake.

late morning…

I begged for some time to take a walk/run. My hubby reluctantly agreed.

First I headed to Veteran’s Park/Beach.

boats docked near the beach

Then I retreated and ran over the bridge to the Sagamore Resort.

carriage rides available

Then I stopped at the pool and admired the view.

Mohican tour boat

My favorite part is always running along the Nature Trail.

new sign this year

It is easy on the feet and the views are awesome.

I would have run more but my hubby called wondering when I was coming back. At least I got 3 miles in.

Back to marina, I ran and we spent the rest of a picture perfect day in Basin Bay with our boating friends.

check out the girl and her dog on the SUP

Finally we had to call it a day and return to reality.

So on the running front, I am not where I would like to be. The runs are short and slow.

Today, it is raining and cool … a rest and a work day.

lucky to live near such a beautiful place…love it

Happy Running! How was your weekend?

August 23, 2013 by Darlene

4 Day Week & 5 Fotos

I could get used to this.

I have today off – why?

Why not?

I will attempt a long run of 7 miles.

horse warming up at the Saratoga track

Washington Park lake

couple getting married at the Corning Preserve

view of Schroon Lake

sunflower in Washington Park

Happy Running! Have a great weekend! Will you be running?

August 21, 2013 by Darlene

Racing or Vacation or Both

My friend said that this was me.

She is right, of course.

Allentown, PA

Sarasota, FL

Santa Clarita , CA

Naples, FL

I even registered for this race (just in case I visit friends there.) But that looks unlikely due to…see below.

Jan 5, 2014 – Palm Coast, FL.

And my latest excuse is that a friend just moved to Palm Springs, CA.

Remember Mary, my running, ice cream buddy

So guess where I am going? (January 8-13, 2014)

Here’s the description:

Join the Mayor of Palm Springs for one of the most scenic runs you will ever experience. The race is part of Mayor Steve Pougnet’s commitment to health and reducing childhood obesity. See the uptown, downtown, historic buildings, parks and the scenic mountain views. There is a race for everyone of every age. Come join the fun! Every registrant receives a hot breakfast and finisher’s medal!

Raffle prizes, food samples, and a fun flat course make this one of the best! Prizes for every age division. Commemorative photo and medal for every 5K and 10 Mile finisher! Breakfast is included! Join us at the Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner the night before.

5K or 10 miler??

Happy Running! Do you plan your vacations around races??

August 20, 2013 by Darlene

Tuesday Training Update

Since I am usually posting about the weekend on Monday, I’ll reserve Tuesdays for “Running/Training Updates.” Hopefully, this will keep me on “track.” (Hence the picture on the track)

Last Week:

Monday – 4 miles after work – on the rail trail

Tuesday – ~~walk or tennis?~~
Wednesday – 4 3 miles after work ~~and/or yoga?~~ on the rail trail

Thursday – 3 miles after work – on the track

Friday – rest – 2 walks (1 mile each)
Saturday – proctor MPREs, 6 miles, lake, river

Sunday – walk, tennis, friends at the river

This Week:

Monday – 4 miles after work
Tuesday – walk – dinner with friends
Wednesday – 3 miles after work and/or yoga?
Thursday – rest – hair appt
Friday – 7 miles!! – DAY OFF
Saturday – rest – lake?
Sunday – 3 miles at the lake?

Happy Running!

August 19, 2013 by Darlene

Back on the River

I skipped the first Schroon River tennis weekend but went to the second one.

Tues tennis group

This past weekend was the third one. It was with the ladies that I travel to Naples with.

group photo with our instructor on our last day of lessons

in Naples, Fla.

I worked in the morning on Saturday and then stopped on my way home at the Corning Preserve to do my longish run (6 miles on the bike path.)

views during my run/walk

Then I went home to shower & pack before heading up north to relax and hang out with my friends till dark.

the Saturday group in the afternoon (I am taking the pic)

and in the evening (I am taking the pic)

I went to the marina to spend the night on our boat.

never get tired of this morning view

On Sunday morning, I would have LOVED to run but instead I returned to my friends at the river.

Schroon River

I went for a walk and then actually played some tennis (for the first time since May.)

Sunday group before tennis

After tennis, we hung out by the water, read, chatted, snacked, napped, swam, etc.

My hubby and marina friends were having a great time on Lake George. (Facebook helps you keep informed.)

my hubby on our friend’s jetski

my friend Kathi & my hubby

It was great spending time with my travel tennis buddies.

this cookie says it all

I hope to squeeze in a few more boating weekends before the end of the summer and one more Schroon River stay (with the mah jongg ladies.)

I may even run along the lake…

my route to the Sagamore in summers past

Happy Running! How was your weekend?

August 16, 2013 by Darlene

TGIF and Fotos

School starts Monday. This week has been about 1L orientation and last minute everything. PHEW!

I did my first ONE MINUTE PLANK today! Woo Hoo!

I have run 3 times since Sunday… nothing amazing but it is done.

Today our marina has a “Customer Appreciation Party” but I am at work 😦

Tomorrow, my tennis friends are having a River House party. I am working 😦

Enough whining…

Here are 5 photos that make me smile:

Ducks in Washington Park pond – white one among the dark ones.

Waterlilies on the Schroon River – just starting to bloom in July.

blue skies on Lake George. Helicopter near the Sagamore Hotel giving someone a tour.

at the end of the Delmar Rail Trail. Taking a slide and a rest.

“Large” flower on the Corning bike path

Happy Running! Have a great weekend!

August 13, 2013 by Darlene

Am I Training?

Last Week:

Monday – another day off – breakfast at the race track and then back to the lake

Tuesday – 3 miles after work in the park

Wednesday – ~~rest – walk – yoga?~~ 2 miles on the track

Thursday – ~~3 miles~~ rest
Friday – rest ~~– walk~~
Saturday – 5 miles on the bike path

Sunday – rest ~~– walk~~ floating around the lake

This Week:

Monday – 4 miles after work
Tuesday – walk or tennis?
Wednesday – 3 miles after work and/or yoga?
Thursday – 3 miles after work
Friday – rest – walk
Saturday – proctor MPREs, 6 miles, lake, river
Sunday – tennis, friends at the river

Back to the question- AM I TRAINING?

I really haven’t decided.

My friend remarked that I am “very Zen.” This what I posted on Facebook:

I have realized a few things: injuries are a part of life, recovery gets more difficult with each one but you just keep moving even if it is at a slower pace.

That being said, my runs are VERY VERY SLOW! My fitness level is zilch. My motivation is lacking. But I keep plodding along. I will not quit because starting over is so painful.

Some days I say: I WILL RUN 13.1 MILES on OCTOBER 13 if it kills me.

Other days, I say: Who needs the pressure of having to do long runs each week. I have run 6 half marathons. I have proved to myself that I can. My friends are already impressed. I will just run for fun and compete in 5Ks.

Right now, I am keeping things open.

The answer is — I AM SORTA TRAINING. SORTA MAYBE. MAYBE NOT.

Happy Running! Are you training?