Mauri's Training

Over the weekend I actually found a training schedule that I am going to follow the best I can.  I wonder how it'll go on the days I feel like running further than it says or days where I feel like running less. I'm also planning on cross training and will be adding that to running. I really am hoping not to have to cut back on miles run each week.  Today I did the 6 miles like the schedule said.  Not a bad run.  Felt pretty good since I had the weekend off.  Stayed at an 8:30 mm. 

Ok, did 8 miles today.  Tough day.  Still pretty cold to run outside so went to the gym and ran on the tm.  Couldn't get in a grove until mile 6.  I didn't feel to great and not alot of energy.  It was just one of those days and I hope tomorrows better! 

Another day.  Much better than yesterday.   Went to gym.  6 miles 53.37.  Thinking about finding some hills or the stairs.  Plan on running outside over the weekend. Don't know why having such a hard time this winter getting out. Used to run around the river before they even had a greenbelt. 

Trying to stick with the schedule I have for training.  Today said a rest day but I thought I'd switch and try and take tomorrow off.  Schedule said 4 miles. It drives me nuts to just do 4, so after the 4 at 8:34 pace I walked a fast pace on the tm at an incline of 4.0/4.5.  After 1/2 miles I decided to run another 1/2 with the incline at 4.0 to see how it felt.  Then did the ellipicial for 20 min & then bike (set for hills) for 30 min.  Felt much better and felt like I had a good workout.  Tomorrow should offically be Rest day and will try and avoid the gym.  But, we'll see what happens.   Might venture outside for a  short run after work.

I didn't run today.   Should have been my day off so I went to the gym and did the elliptical for 30 min & bike for 30 min.  Felt good to do alittle something.  No one was home in the evening. Actually did Yoga.  It was great. Hope to have a good run over the weekend. 

Decided to go to the gym this afternoon after going to a movie. Did 5 miles- pretty easy run. Did yoga again afterwords. Am liking the varity and stretching.  I was so excited  - daughter's ran her first full mile! 

Very nice run outside today.  Did the 5 mile loop. Chilly at first, but ended up taking top layer off after awhile.  Each time I ran a hill I turned around and ran it again. And if Isaw a hill somewhere I went and ran up. So, not sure how much Idid extra past the 5 miles.

Tomorrow I might just do the yoga & then the power cut class at the gym.

No running today.  Was suppost to be rest day. So, I did a Yoga class and Power Cut class at the gym.   Felt good to do something else.

Long run today.  When I started the run didn't really have a plan on how far to go.  But, knew I needed to get a long run in.  Tried to add alittle incline into the run also. Overall, it was a good run.  Didn't like the 2 bathroom breaks.  Tomorrow hope to do 6-7 miles. 

Did speedwork today. 5 miles. Half miles at 8 min mile w/slow jog. Haven't done a ton of speed work so didn't want to push it to much.  Felt great when I was done.

An easy day today -6 miles.  Calfs just alittle sore - not to bad.  Tomorrow will be a cross training day.

I went further than I set out to do.  Instead of the 5 mile loop I usually do I decided to go ahead and do another route.  Got in 8 3/4 miles.  If  I knew I was that close to 9 I would  have run to finish it off.  Started to get chilly the last couple of  miles.   Was glad to get outside. 

I really enjoyed my run this morning. Alittle over 5 miles.   Thought it'd be colder that it was when it said it was 3 degrees outside with 7 mph N. wind.  Thought I'd be more tired from yesterdays run.   Very glad I went out. Slow but steady....

Took the day from running today.   Went ahead and did yoga.

Taking some great advice. Ran 6 miles easy run.  Felt great when I was done.  It was tempting to increase my speed or go further. But wanted  to really do a steady pace and see how it goes. 

Was able to run 6 miles today. Pushed it alittle harder than yesteray.  Pretty good run overall. Just trying to get 6 miles in each day this week. Been trying to take my husband's & Jeff's advice. Thanks for all the advice Jeff.  Last two days have been much better runs.

Another 6 miles today.  Doing 6 miles for 6 days. Was alittle tired today.  Could be because alot of changes going on at work. 

Alittle tired today doing 6 miles.  But, overall not to bad. Wish the weather would warm up to get outside more. Thinking about changing my schedule to get a morning run in. 

Really enjoyed my run today. 6 miles. Had been up late the night before so dreaded working out during the day.  But, once I got to the gym was glad to be there. Not to crowded since it was a Friday.  Trying to not strike on my hill of the foot.  Slowly getting the hang of it.  By the end of the run I was almost at a 8 min mile.

Changing my work schedule to hopefully get two runs in a day starting next week.

Ended up working today. Taking the day off running and plan on a nice run tomorrow.    Hope the weathers good!

Just signed up for my first marathon! Now I need to convince myself I can do it.  Just gotta keep working on putting in the miles. Slow, easy, whatever it takes.

Great day today. Ran 16 miles.  Furthest to date!  Overall, it went pretty well. Felt pretty good. Ran around the local Greenbelt.  Started to get tired the last couple of miles.   Amazing how much easier it is when you don't think of how far you've gone or how much further you've got to go.  Forgot my watch so don't know exact time, but I was happy with what I did.  Took alittle longer than my husband.  One of these day's I'm going to catch up and pass him!  

I actually went into work after running. Finishing up some end of month things.  I've never worked on a Sunday.  Thought I'd only be there a couple of hours.  But, ended up being there almost 8 hrs! Bad part was I didn't eat as well as I should have after a run like today. 

Changed my work schedule to try and get two runs in each day. But, tomorrow I think I'll just do one run.  I'm alittle tired.

Ran 6 miles today after work.  Started out pretty good but got tired towards the end.  Either from yesterdays run and then working til 7pm. I've never had to work that late or a Sunday!  Or from not being able to sleep to well last night.   For some reason I woke up at 2:45am wide awake.  Stayed up about for 30-45 minutes.Was sleeping pretty well until husband came back from his morning run and started flipping the light on at 5:30.  Must have thought it was time for me to wake up.

Tomorrows another day!  Plan on doing another 6.

AM run 6 miles.  Felt pretty good.

PM run 4 miles.  Alittle more tired than in the AM.

Happy to get the miles in.

Ran 6 on the TM.  Alittle tired. More tired than I wanted to be. 

Ran further than expected today.  AM run 6 miles.  PM run was going to do 4 miles but since I wasn't having the best run I decided to run 1 extra mile. Been getting frustrated the last few days. Don't know if it's from not stretching enough or no cross training or running to many miles each week.   Think I'll take the day off of running tomorrow - probably will ride the bike. 

Ran 6 miles at a pretty easy pace.  Was thinking about taking the day off but once I got to the gym didn't feel like riding the bike or doing anything else.

Easy run today. 4 miles. Hope to have a long run tomorrow.  

Managed to do a 17+ run today.  I'm happy with being able to just do it.  Last 11/2 laps around the river were tough.  I get amazed at how others can do a full marathon in less time than it took me today.  :)    I'll chalk today up as another training run. I'm still learning.   Just keep thinking  - base miles, base miles......  I'll just keep going. 

Took it easy today.  Rode the bike for 15-20 min's.  Elliptical 15  min.  Run half a mile.  Legs were still tired from the day before.

AM run.   Got out of the house a few minutes late to get to the gym. But, managed to get 5 miles in.

PM run.   Legs pretty good from morning run. Decided to run another 5 miles. 

Really trying to slow it down alittle and stay within 80% heart zone. 

Ran 5.5 in AM run.  Overall, felt pretty good.  Just wish I had more time in the morning.

PM - decided to take a Yoga class and a few weights afterwards.

AM run - 6 good miles.  Felt pretty good.

PM run - 6 miles. Had only planned on running 4 but was feeling pretty good so did another 2.

AM- pretty good run overall. 6 miles.  Trying to stay within good HR.  Don't want to worry about speed right now.  Focus on base miles - endurance.

PM- decided to do the elliptical  (45min) and then stretching.    

Another 6 miles. I think I'll take tomorrow off.  Maybe do yoga or something.  Wish the weather had been better this afternoon to run outside. 

Decided to take the day off today. Felt good. Haven't really had a day off in 2 wks.  Going to start to see about working on more strenght exercises.

Not quite sure how far I ran today to be honest.  Did lots of intervals & weights.  Going to say I ran 2 today.

8 miles.  Took it slower pace today.  I'm learning that my HR runs high due to medication. Trying to figure out better training methods to see if it helps. 

4 miles of intervals.  Felt pretty good.

bike 15 min's.   

lots of stretching.

6 steady miles.  Have cut back miles this week alittle more than I'd like.  I did do weights after to try and get a little better of a workout. 

Didn't have as much time as I'd like.  Just got alittle over 4 miles in. Pretty good run. Would just have liked more.

Great run today.  It's been awhile since I've had a good run like this one.  7 miles.

Did some weights today before running. Feels good to work on building strenght. Ran just 3 miles today because I plan on a longer run tomorrow.

Went to the doctor today.  Have been trying to see why my heart rate is so elevated when my level of excertion stays relatively low.

Pretty good run today. 8 miles.  My left leg and hip are feeling alittle sore.  I had done some cross training yesterday and need to be careful of my hip. Will take it easy for awhile.

Good 6.25 miles.  Tried to mix it up today and vary the speed. Alittle bit of Intervals. Felt good to mix it up today.   Might have a chance to get outside tomorrow for a run.

8 miles today. Was glad to go alittle longer today. Pretty good workout.

Ran 6 miles today on the TM.   Walked 1 with an Incline to get a change. Pretty good workout.  Picked up the pace today - felt pretty good.  Was happy with the workout.

Ran 5 miles taking off at Freeman Park and ran down around the river. Was pretty happy with my pace.  Felt great to run outside!

Took it easy today. 4 miles at an easy pace. Some weights & stretching.  Short day.

Another easy run today.  Trying to follow training plan of a local race director. 

Intervals today at the gym.  3@4min/each

Pretty good run today.  Did the 6 miles and then yoga. Felt great.

Was suppost to be a day off today. Decided to do yoga.  : )

Not a ton of miles today.  But, tried to do some fartlek trainig.  Felt like a good workout.   I'm new to this, but, it was good.   My husband and I are working with a local race coordinator and he's giving us a great training schedule.  Can't wait to meet up with him again Tue.  Hope the weathers alittle better tomorrow to run outside.

Longer run today.  To cold to run outside today.  Nothening like waking up to snow everywhere.  Hope the weather shapes up.   Good seven miles.

Picked up the pace today doing about 2 1/2 miles. Was alittle cold due the wind. Just ran out from the house.  Nice country roads and pretty quite. Good run.   Lots of family around today.  Hope everyone had a great Easter.

Ran at an easy pace today. Wanted a little longer run today.  Looking forward to meeting up with the local race director tomorrow afternoon.  So far he has us running longer runs 3 days/wk.  Other days are for fartlek runs and intervals. I know he knows a lot more than I do so I'm trusting him that I'm getting enough miles in.  But, I'm going to ask him tomorrow just to make sure.  Not used to it.

With my son up from San Diego it's nice to have alittle more time to spend with him! 

Just did Intervals today. 

3x4min    With warm up & cool down did 3 miles.    Son's visiting from San Diego so kept it short today.

6 miles today at an easy pace.   Took off part of work today to hang out with my son.  Went to lunch and walked around alittle today. Great day.

Tempo run today.   I've ran different paces every once in awhile, but have not done a tempo run exactly.  So, today was a first.  I'm liking the different training.    My son's here from San Diego this week so still trying to get some running in.

Ran approx 2 1/5 miles.  Pace alittle more than just an easy run.  

Pretty good run. Windy which I didn't like. But, overall it was good. Not to tired today. 

Longer run today around Freeman Park.  I like that it's less populated and protected somewhat from the wind.  It's got a nice loop with alittle variety.  Not all flat running. 

Did a tempo run today.  Ran 2 1/2 miles.  Trying to focus on doing tempo and other types of runs.  Worry about not getting as many miles some times, but I'm trusting what our coach has lined out.   He came out the other day to the house.   He is so good to Marlin and I.   It's great to be able to call him whenever I have a question about training.   Walked another 30 min or so just to get something else in. 

Trying to run a little slower pace on runs like today. Overall, felt pretty good. Decided to run on the TM today.  Anniversary today!!!   Wanted to go eat.  Wedding anniversary is actually same day as my parents so we always go eat together.  Great day!

Walked over lunch just to get outside.  Tired of sitting all day at work.  I don't know how some of my co-workers do no physical activity.  Drives me nuts.  I always find it interesting talking to people over and over again about doing something. There's always a reason why they haven't done anything or can't.  Glad I'm not like that! 

After work headed to the park for a run. Not a bad run. Didn't over do it. Nice to be outside!    Walked for another 20-30 minutes after running.

Pretty good run today. Had lots of errands to do before I could get out there and run.   Had to finish up the taxes and help my daughter get a school paper printed before her night class.  Taxes were easy.  Dealing with my stressed daughter was the hard one.  But, she made it on time. 

Ran Freeman Park again.  Managed to get alittle over 4.5 miles in.  Felt pretty good and managed to keep a pretty even pace.   Liking the warmer weather!

3 miles of hills today.   Still trying to follow our program from Michael H.   Acutally liked doing the hill work.  Having a variety of workouts is great. 

Made it a long run for today.  Had taken yesterday off.  Felt great running longer today! 

Did some intervals today.  Approx 3 miles.   Had walked 1 1/2 miles at lunch and walked after the intervals.  Loving the weather!

Got off of work early today!   Took off early to run, get a massage, shop and go to dinner! Great day.

Got to do hills today.   I actually like running some hills out by home.   It's a steady incline I like to do over and over and over again.....

Ran around Freeman Park today.  Not to bad of a run after work!

Pretty good tempo run today. Alittle cook int afternoon.  Got done before the rain!

Nice run today. Took off from the house.  Alittle cool, but not to bad.  Slow easy run.

Fartlek run today.  Came home and did yoga.  Need to keep it short today.  Lots to do.

Spent the day taking a drive to check out campsites for this coming weekend. Found a site we can maybe get a good run in and bike ride.

Day off. 

Did the usual route today.  Pretty good run. Run time was around 58 min I think. 

Ran the same route today. Plan on doing something else tomorrow.  Windy but run turned out alright. 

I was tired today!  Don't know if it was from the heat or just one of those days! Ran alittle over 5 miles.  Went home took a short break to talk to my husband and then went back out for awhile.  Maybe tomorrow will be better.

Ended up running at the gym today.  Had only planned on doing some Interval work but ended up doing that and ran with an incline.  Between that and warmup and cooldown ran 8.5 miles.  More than I planned, but good.  Tired when I was done.    Did some weights and stretching when I was done.   Good workout. 

Marlin and I went for a run this morning before work.  I'd forgotten how nice it was to run in the morning and when it's cooler.  Ran into Jeff which was really nice.  Great seeing him.  Overall average for run was 9:22.  Four miles were at about 8:52, but, got alittle tired for awhile.  Managed to pick it up at the end of the run.  

Day off of running today. Went up camping so was able to get in some bike rides. Great hills. 

Great run this morning.  Took off from the campsite and had planned on doing only about 6 miles.  Boy were there alot of hills!   It was great.  Felt great at the end of the run and finished pretty strong.  Loved running along the river with all the trees.   Will be going back to do that run again!  

Ran after work today.   To hot to run outside.  Went to the gym thinking I'd do the usual 6.2.  Around the 3 mile mark I'd still planned on doing just the 6 miles.   Ended up doing 8 miles with a cooldown.  Ran at 8:52 for first 6 miles.  Ended the other two miles at 8:30 & 8:00 min mile.   Felt like I got a good run.    Took some time after the run to stretch and do a few weights.  Good workout. 

Alittle tired this morning when running.  Ran before work at 5:30am at the gym.  Managed to keep it at a 8:30 min mile so I was glad about that.   Stepped it up again at the end to an 8 min mile.  

Slept in this morning so I ran after work.  Didn't help that Marlin didn't run either.  To tempting to sleep. Been running at the gym either because it's to dark in the AM or to hot in the PM.  But this gives me a chance to get some other things done while at the gym.  Kept it at a 8:30 pace.  Legs alittle tired towards the end but finished alright.  Works been pretty hectic with getting a new boss so I've been glad to get some good workouts the last couple of days.

Plan on getting up early tomorrow.  Can't wait for the weekend!   Heading up to Island Park to the cabin. 

AM  Made it to the gym this morning.  Did 6.5 miles.  Felt good overall.  Kept it at an 8.29 min mile and towards the end thru in some Fartlek's. 

PM After work decided to go ahead and go to the gym again since Marlin was going. Still trying to get used to a new boss.  He's actually a tempory boss until my new boss starts after the 4th. Did another 6.5 miles.  Legs alittle tired.   Took it easy for the first mile and worked up to 8.29 min mile.  Then decided to ride the bike for 20 minutes while Marlin finished up. 

Looking forward to the weekend!  

Did the usualy at the gym.  6.5 at 8 1/2 min mile.

Ran at the greenbelt this morning. More people out than I thought there would be.  But, that was alright.  Pretty good run overall.  Somewhat tired.  Enjoyed over by Snake River Landing.  Yesterday took the day off.  Just did a little bike riding to go see the fireworks.  And walked alittle during the day down by the greenbelt. 

Heading up to Island Park this morning. 

Ran this morning up in Island Park.  Took off from the cabin and ran up towards Buttermilk campground.  Shortly afterwords ran out of paved road to a dirt road.  Ran a while down that road and then decided to turn  around and head back to the main road.  Garmin wasn't working on this run so I'm thinking I did 6 miles.

So so nice to be at the cabin!

Ran after work today at the gym on the TM.  Legs were alittle tired but maintained 8 1/2 min mile for majority of run.  They may have been alittle tired from the hills yesterday up at Island Park.  I need to get focused again on training again.   Lots of stress going on.  Work is still hectic. Been busy with family & the 4th.  The latest is my uncle passed away yesterday.  But, still managing to fit some good runs in.  I was happy to get the 10 miles in today.   

Typical day.   Need to keep it short today.  6 1/2 miles for the day.

Ran at the gym this morning.  My sister's here for N. Calif so had to keep it alittle short and get home after work. 

I enjoyed running around the river this morning.  It was great because my older sister recently started running. We'd gone down to the river together but ran separate.  It was great running into her along the way. 

Managed to get 7 miles in I was happy with that.   We had to keep it short because our uncle had passed away and we wanted to have plently of time for everything needing to be done.    It was great to spend time with everyone through out the day.  Sure made me appreciate the simple things and family!

Ran this morning around the river in town and around Freeman Park.  Just planning on doing the usual 6 miles.   Ended up doing 8 and then actually stopped to stretch.   Went and got a cup of coffee and even before I had some I decided to run another 2 miles since I was so close to 10.  I went back to the river and saw that Marlin was just finishing up.   He decided to go around the river 1 more time with me so I ended up with 10.30 miles for the day.  I knew it'd be another week before I got another run in so I really wanted the 10!

Ran this morning when it was cool.  Boy do I love the cooler weather!  Much better than running after work.   Had slept alittle longer than I wanted but I'd gotten to sleep later than I'd wanted to.   Plus, Marlin is out of town so he wasn't around.  Just to easy to sleep.  

Well, I didn't run today!  I was so tired this morning I could not get myself out the door!  I'm not sure why I was so tired.  Could have been because it was such a hectic week last week.  Could be because Marlin wasn't there to motivate me.  Could be because works still hectic.  Could be because my mom's in Calif and I'm making sure my dad's alright.  I've been having to go over and feed him dinner.   Whatever it is I just didn't make it out the door.   

Good run this morning before work. 

Ran this morning the usual route at home.   I find it kind of interesting every morning when the goats and cows notice when I come by.  Maybe they want fed.   Joys of living in the country. 

Nice run this morning around the river.   When I started I'd just planned the usual 6.2.   Happy to get  a couple extra miles in.

Good run this morning at the river.   Did the usual loop and 3 loops in Freemont Park.   Happy with my pace 8:30 to 8:52 min mile.

Ran out at the house this morning.  Alittle tired from yesterday.

Ran earlier this morning which was nice.  I'm sure liking the later work schedule.  It's great being able to get my run done before anything else in the day.  Overall I was happy with my pace today.

Usual run for today. 

Ran out at the house this morning before work. Nothening to exciting to report. 

Today was suppost to be a day off.  I ended up meeting up with Marlin at the track after work.  I just ran 11/2 and did some core work and stretched alittle.   Hoping for a good run tomorrow morning.

Ran around the river this morning.  Took off from Best Western and went up and into Freeman Park.  Ran the loop there a few times and went back down around the river.   Decided to do one last loop to get in the 10.   Didn't feel the best but was able to push through everything pretty well.

Much better run today!   Got started later than I wanted to but it stayed cool enough.   Took off from Best Western again and just did the short loop around the river.  Was a little tired on the last loop but was glad to do it. Ran alittle extra to make it to the 10.5 miles.

Felt good to take yesterday off.  Not a bad run this morning.

Didn't feel the greatest this morning. Not sure what I ate but sure felt like it affected my run this morning.  Hope tomorrow's a better day.

Normal day running before work.   Not much to report.  Just alittle tired.

Went camping this weekend so was able to run and get some good hill running.  Nice nd cool.   Then went on approx a 7 1/2 mile bike ride.   Good day. 

Ran early this morning before work.  Felt pretty good after taking yesterday off.

Not to bad of run today.  Did an extra mile and almost made me late for work!  But, felt pretty happy about doing alittle more today. 

Felt alittle tired this morning waking up.  Once I got going the run wasn't to bad. Just had time to do 6 miles today. 

I wasn't able to run yesterday because I needed to run my parents into the shuttle for Salt Lake.  This morning Ijust managed to run the usual 6.2. 

Was glad it was Sat.  Ran 7 at first and then needed to stop by my sisters for a few minutes.  We have company from Boise and were headed up to Island Park later that morning.   After talking to her I went and 3 1/2 more making it 10.5.  Was glad I could get a good run in because I knew we'd be busy for the rest of the weekend.

Was so happy Marlin did well in the half marathon he did today.

Was in a little bit of hurry this morning.  Did the usual run.  

Pretty good run this morning.  It was spinkling when I started and thought I might have to head back home.  Managed to get alittle over 6. Good day.

Went into work early today so I could run after work today.  Ended up at Snake River Landing.  Went through Freeman Park - to many people.  Went by the river - to many people.   Overall it was an ok run.  Alittle warmer with some wind - more than I wanted.

Pretty good run today.    Typical morning run.  Love the cool mornings!

Ran up at the cabin this afternoon.   My watch stopped working shortly after I'd started the run. Ran up past Lakeside Lodge. Pretty warm since it was in the afternoon. But, it was nice.   I like running this route because there's some good inclines and hills.   Love getting up to the top.   Lots of boaters and 4-wheelers out! Good run.

Pretty good morning run after taking yesterday off.  

The usual run this morning.  Keeping it short because I need to get to work.

I have got to find more time to add my post!   Got up alittle early this morning and ran 7.  Wish I could get up early every morning.  I had ended up taking yesterday due to a funeral.  So, todays run felt pretty good!

Went into work today at 5am and worked until about 10:30am.   My son's in town and I wanted to spend most of the day with him. After I left work I went to Freeman Park and ran 6.25.  It was great because they were watering and their was some shade. Kept it alittle cooler than if I went around the main river path. After my run I met up with my son and went to lunch.  He competes in moutain biking in So. Calif so I always like hearing the advice he gives me.  

Overall I had a pretty good run.  Just didn't like when it warmed up. 

Pretty good run overall down at the river.  My watch stopped mid run but felt like I kept an ok pace.  Based on time I think I did 6.25 miles.

Long run this morning.  It was nice because it didn't get to hot.   Stuck around the river for the whole run. Very glad to start the week with some good miles.  

Another day of 6.25 miles.  It was in the afternoon heat and it was a better run that I thought it would be.  It's been hectic doing morning runs now with work and my son visiting. But, I'm hoping things get back to normal.  

  I know I drive Marlin nuts with my running sometimes but I'm liking my running right now.  I haven't been doing speed work but I'm liking getting base miles in.  Best part of the day is when I'm out and get a good run in before work. 

I had to go to work early today because I had a training all day at the Hilton. The green belt looked sooo nice.  Wish I could have been out on it running.  I think tomorrow if we have a long lunch again I'm going to figure out how to get a run in.   Today a few of us just went to lunch.  Maybe I'll ditch them and get a run in.  It doesn't make sense to them.

No run today.  Bummer!!!

just logging my miles this morning! 

another day of 7 before work.  It was alittle windy which I didn't like.  Wish the weather wouldn't change!

Ran 7 miles this morning before heading up to Aston to see Marlin come in on the Mesa Falls Marathon.   It was great to see the runners come! 

I'm looking forward to running another race now. 

Well, I didn''t get up this morning to run because it'd been raining.  When I went after work it was windy!  Wish I would have gotten up to go in the AM.   Was glad I did the 7.5 miles.  The wind coming out of the south was a pain but, overall was happy with my pace.  Going up the hills with the wind I got down to a 9.35 mile pace.  But, kept it at a 8:20 - 8:35 mile pace otherwise.   Good run even with the wind.  

AM run:    I was glad I went out and ran this morning.  It was just alittle cool, but I was dressed for it.  Didn't get cold at all.   I was short on time but still managed to do 6.25 miles.

PM run:  After work I went to Freeman Park and ran 4 miles.   Did some Fartlek work.  I was tired by the time I finished.   Was very glad to get some good miles in today.  I'm understanding the reasons behind running twice a day.  

Managed to get in 7.25 this morning.  I think I got out the door right around 6am.   Cooler with alittle wind, but not to bad.  I only see a couple of cars each morning.   There are a couple of neighbors I see some mornings when I'm in my last mile.  I'm always glad to see them out walking. 

No run after work. But, I did go to Freeman Park and walked 30 min just to get my legs moving. 

AM run - 7 miles this morning.  Went out pretty early - 5:40am.  Pretty dark but, I managed.   Kinda strange being out that early.  It was nice being done before 6am though. 

PM run - 3 miles.  I'm going to call it a tempo run even though my pace varied depending on the incline.  Went anywhere from around a 8 min mile to a 9.35 min mile.  I'm trying to get used to running on tired legs.  Hope it pays off and gets easier. 

Made it out the door to run at about 5:30am.  Kinda cool, but not to bad.  I've been trying to keep my morning runs at an easy pace since I've been running again some afternoons. Today I don't think I can because we have company over from Boise for the weekend.   I'm so glad it's Friday. I can sleep in alittle tomorrow.   However, I think we're going to Island Park to the cabin or maybe Jackson.   The run this morning wasn't to bad. I thought I'd be alittle more tired. I keep thinking base miles,base miles......

my watch died on me this morning so I'm thinking I did the usual 6.2 miles.  I ran the greenbelt and freeman park. 

In a hurry this morning.  We have company from Boise and we're headed to Jackson, into Yellowstone and then the cabin.  Will be a long day- but good.

Managed to get 7 miles this morning. Good for a Monday.  : )

AM run was 7 miles out at home. Not to bad of run.

PM run was 3 miles also. Glad to get 10 in for the day.

Ran 6 miles after work at Freeman Park.  Kinda nice being at a quieter part of the river. 

AM run was 7.5 miles this morning out at home. Getting darker now but can still see overall.  Don't plan to run this afternoon.

AM run this morning was alittle later than normal.  Took the day off work!!! Had a good run partly because I could see and it wasn't dark!   It wasn't to windy and I liked the cooler weather.

PM run was after I ran all my errands.  Ran at SRL and Marlin showed up alittle after I'd gotten there.  It was windy which was not fun.  But, I'm liking the 2 runs a day every other day.  

Did the usual run this morning. Wasn't to motivated to do much more. Just wanted to get some miles in to finish out the week.

AM run before work.  I'm liking the cooler weather. Just like it being dark longer.  Almost didn't have enough time to do my run because I started alittle late.  Butl, still made it on time for work!

Lunch- can't run during lunch, but, I was glad I could get out and walk for 20-25 min.  Loving the warm weather.

I made it out the door earlier this morning. Trying to stay motivated rather than feel like I'm going through the motions. Normal run. Just alittle tired and glad to get it done.

Ran earlier today at 5am.   I wanted to get done earlier and try to get into work earlier.  It was  pretty dark so I wore my headlamp.  Felt like it was hard to get and maintain a good pace in the dark.  I got home before the sun even came up.   Since I had my headlamp on more dogs barked which I didn't like.  Kind of strange hearing an owner call for his dog while I was out running.  He must have been out working in the fields or getting his newspaper.   When cars pass me in the morning at that time I always wonder what they think of someone being out that early.  Crazy person!   I think tomorrow I'll actually go to work early and get off by 2pm.  Will try running in the afternoon to see how it goes.

PM lunch. Nice day so walked durning lunch. Was probably more than 1mile, but will post 1 extra mile for the day.

Went to work early today.  Normally would be out running at that time - 5:30am.  But, wanted to try and run later in the day.  I almost didn't go after work because it was windy. But, went ahead and went.  It was hard running up a couple of the hills with the wind. But, was glad to be running in the daylight.  Just did 6.5 miles and was glad to maintain a 9 mile average pace with the wind.

Went to work early today 5am.  Wanted to get off early and then run. It was pretty warm with a breeze and I felt I was struggling throughout the run. Average pace as 9.5 min mile.  Wanted to take it easy because I want to have a good run tomorrow. Either that or take the day off and have a long run on Sunday which is what I should probably do.

Thought about taking the day off today, but i wanted to get to 40 miles for the week so I went and ran a couple times around the river.  Nice having a more flat surface to run on. Pretty easy run.

Went into work early today 5am.  I wanted to have the afternoon to run. Was alittle tired from waking up at 4am.  But, ended up running around the river and did 8 miles. Somewhat windy which was a pain in some places but was happy with my pace overall. Averaged around a 9 min mile. 

Had a meeting with my boss today and he doesn't mind when I work. But, I'm not sure if I want to start work at 5am.  Might go in at 6 tomorrow. Love the flexibility of my job. 

When I started out I wasn't sure how far I'd go.  Ended up going the same route as yesterday.   Did 8 miles.  Alittle warmer than yesterday, but not as windy which was nice.  

Absolutly no motivation to run today!   Only felt so so this weekend so decided to take the day off.   Woke up this morning not feeling the best.  Went into work alittle late, but still managed to go.  Will look forward to running tomorrow!

Managed to run 6 miles today. I've been having a reaction to something.  Might be new pillows I bought a couple of weeks ago. Anyway, went to the doc and found out can't do much right now except to take med.   Ran after seeing the doctor and took it easy.  Started by running around the river and headed over to Freeman Park because it was windy.  By the time I got back it was 6 miles.  Overall was happy with my pace.   Kept it between a 9 & 9 1/2 min mile. 

Spending the weekend over in Boise.  My daughter came over to do the Womens Celebration Walk and I brought my mom over to see her great grand daughter and to see her sister.  We had to drive out past Boise to see her sister. Close to Onterio. While she spent time with her sister I took the chance to go for a run.  Talk about hills! Wish we had some of them out by my house.  Went 8 miles.  It was pretty warm but it was nice to be out running some place completely new.  After running we found this great fruit & veggie stand.  Couldn't believe how big the produce was.   Fun times!

No run today because I worked a 12 hour day.  We're trying to finish end of month quota's so we're working extra hoping to take Friday off.  I haven't been feeling well since the end of last week so didn't have the energy after working.

Ran after work today.  Still haven't been feeling well. I haven't had this hard of run since I don't remember when.   Didn't feel like I could get a deep breath.  Took it easy and wanted to just get some miles in.  The last week has really been lacking. I've had an allergic reaction to something....not sure what.   Had went to the doc the end of last week and they we're sure either. Just trying to feel better.

I felt alittle bit better today. Much easier run.  Felt like I even had energy left at the end.  Feeling more and more like what ever I had a reaction to is finally getting out of my system. Actually felt like I could pick up the pace during the run.  I'm loving the weather!

Another warm day.  I worked later than I wanted to.  Meeting end of month quota's is a pain at times.  Spent some time at work today looking into transferring to another dept. Mainly because I've been doing this job for probably 3 yrs or so. 

After work didn't really feel like running.  But, I went to the river and was able to run 7.  I was alittle tired, but very glad I did it.  I'm not working tomorrow so I'm looking forward to sleeping in alittle - longer than 4 or 5am - getting a good run in with cooler weather.

Had the day off today so I was able to run in the morning before leaving with Marlin to go up to his fishing hole.   Heading up past Salmon for the weekend.  Should be interesting.

Ran 6 miles up in the mountains.  Nice nice run. Ran along the river. Beautiful. Felt good to get 6 miles in.

Ran 8 miles after work today. Hadn't planned on doing 8 when I started.  But, was glad to get the extra 1-2 miles.  It was alittle warm when I started and had cooled off by the time I was done. 

Got started alittle later than I'd planned, but that was alright. Just did 6 miles today.  I'm liking the cooler weather. Overall was happy with my pace. Tried to throw in a few fartleks. Overall good run.

Great run around the river today. Loved the rain. Very happy with my pace. It was great seeing 5-6 other people out no stopping because of some rain.  Good day.

I got myself to do a half-marathon this weekend - City of Trees.  Marlin had been training for the full and I knew I did not want to do that. It drove him nuts but I didn't decide to do the half until we were in Boise and he was picking up his packet. Even then I debated on what to do. He and I ran the San Diego Rock & Roll marathon and I completely blew that one!  So, I've been pretty hesitant about running any races.  I'd been pretty frustrated and since SD I just wanted to run and that was it.  I needed to regroup. But, we went to Boise for him to do the City of Trees and after some soul searching I decided to sign up for the half. I just wanted to be able to say I did it.

The half started out one hour later than the full and my biggest concern was it was going to be warm.  When it comes to running races I usually over hydrate by drinking to much.  But, I decided whatever happens happens. When it started I found some people I decided to pace with and once I was comfortable I decided to pick it up and move ahead.  I met a few people along the course with made it fun.   Once we got around mile 8 & 9 I was pretty happy with how I felt and knew I'd want to pick it up more towards the end.  I saw a couple of people I knew I wanted to pass up before it was over.  The last couple of miles I picked it up and was able to pass them.  There was a women I thought might be in my age group so I knew I wanted to get in front of her.  The last mile or so I saw that I might be able to get under 2 hrs which would be great for me because I hadn't been able to do that in other races. 

When I finished the announcer said 2 hours and some seconds. But, when I looked at the posting it showed 2:01. When we talked to them they said not all the chips had recorded at the start of the race.   Marlin and I were talking and we realized that I had actually started my watch before I'd crossed the start line.  So, we calculated where we both had started in the beginning of our races and how long it took to cross the start line.  We had started out at about the same place so we figured it was 13 seconds if we went off his watch. So, I'd have actually been under 2 hrs.  If any of that makes sense we figured my time was 1 hr 59 min & 57 seconds. 

rest day.

What a gorgeous day!  Ran after work.  Started at Freeman Park.  Did a couple of laps and then went down by the river.  Overall it was a good run.  Not to tired.  Tried to maintain a good pace. Kept it around a 9 min mile.  

Walked around 1.25 miles at lunch today.  Felt so good to get outside. Counting it as 1/2 mile for the total for the day. 

Ran after work around the river 7 miles.  Loving the weather!  Overall, felt pretty good and was glad to be outside.  

Walked at lunch again today.  The usual route around the neigborhood at work.

Didn't feel the greatest today.  Almost decided not to run.  But, once I was outside and driving I decided to do a couple of laps around the river.  I knew I'd just take it easy.  Didn't have a ton of energy but was pretty happy with the pace I kept considering not feeling to good.  Did manage to run 6 miles with the 1.25 walk at lunch.

Nice morning to run.  Went into the river early.  Didn't quite know how far I'd go when I started out. Quite a few people out which surprised me.  On my last lap I got caught up in a run/race. There wasn't a ton of runners & they were all women so I'm not sure who they were with.  I was glad to get a long run in to finish up the week.   Might be headed up to the cabin to get it closed up so I wanted a good run in just in case.  

Went to church this morning and then for a run.  I forgot my watch so I think I did between 6 & 6.5 miles.  Pretty good day.  Not to hot and not to cold.   Hoping the week goes well.   Taking it easy today.  But, getting quite a bit done around the house.  

Woke up pretty early today - 4am.  Went to work by 5 to get off at 1:30pm. Went and ran down by the river.  Was alittle tired and it was alittle warm.  Took it easy doing my laps around the river.  When I had just finished my sister pulled up. She was running 1 lap so I went with her.  It was fun running with her and just talked sister stuff. When we were finished I saw that I had just .40 more miles to make it an even 9 miles so off I go to finish it.

I had also walked 1.25 miles on lunch just to get outside an enjoy the weather. Loving the weather!

Had time just for a short run today.  Had to help Marlin pick up a rental car after work and then had a hair appointment later.  So, just had time for a short run.  The nice part was I ran into my sister when I was starting out so we ran together.  That doesn't happen to often.  Lots of fun!   Walked 1.20 miles over lunch.  Counting as .25.

Ran into my sister again as I was getting ready to run.  We took off by the falls and went over to Snake River Landing.  After running over there alittle while we ran back and she had to  go back to work.  I kept  going and went over to Freeman Park.  By the time I got back it was 8 & half miles.   Need to stretch - my hips alittle sore.    Marlins out of town the next few days so I'm hoping to get some good miles in. 

I was alittle tired today after work. But, didn't want to miss running.  Took off by Best Western at the river and went north to go into Freeman Park.  Ran over there for a few loops and went back over to the main section of the greenbelt that most people do.  Went back down to Broadway and finished back where I started. I think I was tired because it was hectic at work and computer systems not working like they should.  Nothening like having quota's to meet and getting kicked off the network.  I walked a lunch which was nice getting outside. Probably walked alittle over a mile.

Just getting miles added for today.  Normal run before heading up to the cabin for the weekend.

Braved the wind outside today.  It actually wasn't that bad.  Just a few spots around the river were pretty windy.   Overall not to bad.  I did see a few other runners out also.  Kinda interesting they were all women. : )   Not a bad day.  Overall I've been happy with my pace. 

Went to the gym for the first time since I want to say spring.  I don't remember the last time I was there.  Kinda different running on a TM.  Felt pretty good after the first 1 1/2 miles.   Was glad to get over 8 done.  I liked being able to do other things after running.   Still want to get a few runs outside still.   Pretty good day.

Went to the gym today and ran on the TM.  It hasn't been to bad going to the gym because I've been able stretch better and get situps & some weights in also.  Been quite awhile since I've done that! Just kinda strange running onthe TM.  8 miles.

Walked 1.25 miles at lunch but not counting it towards my mileage. Just got out during lunch to move around.

What a great day today outside.  Ran around the river and Freeman Park for 7.5 miles.  Ran into my sister Kelly the last mile.  When I finished she continued to finish off her run.  Lots of chatting.   May take tomorrow off...just thinking about it.  Want a good run Sat morning.  7.5miles.

Walked at lunch again for 1.25 miles.  

Did the same run as yesterday because I didn't have my watch. Loving the weather! Amazing to see people out in t-shirts and shorts the end of Oct. Work was stressful being the end of the month. Was glad when the day was done.  Ran 7.5 miles around the greenbelt & freeman park.  Did not walk at lunch today. 

Beautiful day!  Ran first loop around the greenbelt before running into my sister.  We did another loop and finished up at 6.25 miles.   Loving the weather!

Walked at lunch alittle over 1.25 miles. 

Only felt so so this afternoon.  Didn't know if it was because I hadn't eaten very well today or what it was.  Just didn't have it all today.  But, managed to get alittle over 6 miles. 

Walked at lunch just to get outside!   Nice getting a way. 

Loved the weather today.  Ran 6.3 around the greenbelt.  Right after I'd left to go home Marlin called and was headed there to run.  Since I was so close what do I do??? Turn around and run another loop around the river.  Was glad to get alittle over 9 miles today!

Ran after work today.  Down around the river and Freeman Park. The weather is unbelievable!   I've been tired. Slept 30 min late this morning.  Overall pace as 9:22.  Kinda bummed over that, but it'll be better tomorrow.

Ran after work today. Ended up going 7.25 miles because I decided to try and meet up with Marlin. I ended up meeting up with Kelly and so I turned around and finished with her.  Overall I was happy with my pace around 8:30 for majority of run.  Slowed some on the hills over by Freeman Park.    

Good day to run around the river.  Waited until later this afternoon rather than running this morning.  Avg pace 8:58.    Should take tomorrow off.  We'll see what happens.   Today's Marlin's B-day.  Sure hope he had a good day even tho he worked.  He's going Las Vegas on Wen. 

Ended up at the gym today due to the snow. Sure wish it was good enough to run outside.  I was alittle tired at the end, but I ran 7 miles today.  Kept it between a 8:40- 9:00 pace. Different running on a TM. Overall, good run. 

Six miles at the gym today.  I would have liked to run outside by it was breezy and didn't know how cold it would be.  It's alittle hard getting used to running on a TM.  Kinda boring. 

Was tempted today to run outside.  But, i kinda like being able to stretch more and do planks & situps after running.   The run was eastier today than yesterday.  I did a few cruise intervals today.  Good run.

Ended up at the gym again today. Just can't get motivated to run outside when it's gloomy.  Ended up running 10 miles.  After the 6th mile I just kept adding 1more and when I reached 8 knew I'd need to do 10.  I figured I'd have to take today off because I have to drive to Salt Lake to pick up my son from the airport this morning.  Can't wait to see him.  He's here until Tue! 

Just getting miles added in and logged.  The usual run at the gym.  Ok with the miles this week.

Been pretty busy lately. Just happy to get a run in today. 

Ok run at the gym today.  Was overall good run.  Felt good to get a run in.

Not a good run today.  Stressed to much.  Found out my dad needs open heart surgery and he's in his 80's.  The biggest thing he has going for him is he's worked out his whole adult life.  Don't know to much right now.  So, there's alot of things up in the air still.   Crappy run on the TM.

an easy week this week.  The usual 7 miles on the TM.  Better day than yesterday.

Didn't feel like going to the gym today  since it was Sat. but, was glad once the workout was done.   Did some situps after running and the day was done.  

What a month it's been.  I've ran to few of miles to even count this month!  I spent around a week and a half in Ariz helping my dad after he'd had open heart surgery.  The miracles of modern medicine.  He's 82 yrs old and been an exerciser pretty much his whole life.  As far back as I remember anyway.  He's living proof that working out pays off.  He's got a ways to make a full recovery tho.  I had  to put off working out because while I was down there we had 12 hr days at the hospital and once he was home someone had to be right there whenever he got out a chair,walked, ect.... 

This last week I was in Sacramento to watch my neice graduate from college. It was so hectic with so much family around I didn't get to work out much.

Now that I'm back home I really want to get back on track. Ran today 10 miles on the TM. Afterwords did a few weights. Felt good to get a good workout in!

Ran today on the TM.  Ended up doing 10 miles with a half of mile talking to Marlin when he got there.  Pretty good run. Expected to be more tired than I was after yesterday. Been trying to do a few weights lately.  It's been kinda nice and I can tell I've been missing that part of training. Good day. : )

Just a normal day.  Had been having a hard time entering my miles because it's been so busy.  Will be glad when the new year gets here.

I didn't work today & had a good day at they gym. Got my last min shopping done before Christmas and got my workout in before going home.   Was glad for a short week and the day off.

I made it to the gym today after a few errands.  Was glad to get a run in since I didn't run yesterday.  Usual day at the gym on the TM.

Ran 7 miles on the TM at the gym today.  Just been trying to get some miles in lately to back in a good routine.  Worked on some weights to try and do something else besides just running.  So far I'm liking it. 

Ran today at the gym.  Ended up running 8 miles with walking a half to cool down.   Threw in some incline at the end.  Worked on some weights and stretched at the end to finish things out. 

Typical run at the gym.   Ended up running about 8.20 miles.  I started walking at 8 miles to cool down and then thought that was taking to long so picked it up and finished with a jog.  I don't plan on working all day tomorrow so I'm hoping to have a longer run.   Sure is cold outside!!!

Got off of work early today.  I acutally didn't have to go in at all, but I wanted to get a few things done.  Left around 10:15am.  It was nice going to the gym earlier!  Ended up doing 10 miles.  Every day once I reach 7 I keep telling myself - 'i'll stop in another half'.  Then once i get there I can't think of stopping until I get to the next mile.  Also, if I stop to walk to cool down I may walk for a minute or so and then pick it up to finish it out cuz it's driving me nuts to walk.  Sometimes I just do alittle extra...today I ended up going to 10.    Glad I did it because I sure didn't feel like running at mile 4.   Ran around a 9 mm.  Did a few arm weights and then situps to finish.  Hope it's a good day tomorrow.