Phew finally got out for a run

Went for a nice jungle run down in austin with Stroker, we probably went about 3 miles or so. But it was so nice to get away from the sidewalk and get out for a trail run. I really wish I was closer to some nice trails, I feel like those runs are always better and easier to get lost in your run exploring the scenery.

Map My Run bad ass video function

This is where I ran today!

Shammy Shuffle

What 80 degrees f that, not the best race but it was 40 above typical training temperatures.

Woot got out for one.

Lakefront Run

Got out for a 4.5 mile run today, down on the lakefront with monica and scott. It was pretty miserable running north towards downtown, but on the way back with the wind not in my face and sun shining it was pretty good run.

Cadence Practice

Downloaded the cadence beats off GFR site, and went for a short running concentrating on only cadence.

woot got out for one.

Oh no back down to run number 1

I went home this weekend and just didn't get the chance to get out for a run, so I had to end my streak at 33 days in a row. But I went for a brief run to the yoga center and back, as well went to a great yoga class this evening. Not to long before the shamrock shuffle, I will need to start training harder for that race if I want to reach my pace of 7:20 for the 8k.

32 and 33

Trying to keep on going, but I have been feeling a little sick so its not as easy. But I went out for two 2 mile runs. Need to start training for the race in april, maybe start a training plan soon.

keeping it going

day 31 why not. To the navy pier and back.

30 days

victory lap!

28 and 29!

Feeling a little under the weather, so kept both of these runs pretty simple and short. Tomorrow is the big day, I see no reason to stop though might see how long I can keep this thing going.

27

Got out for a short run on Friday morning, wow was that tough, I don't think I opened my eyes up until the last block and still had some face cream on my face haha.

26

Woot reading born to run again has been great, I have been just running to well explore and see the city. I went 4.5 miles in about one black keys album.

4 miles

tired, sore from snowboarding, but i got out.

need to get back into it realll bad. i have too many shoes to keep track of now, and ive been struggling to find which ones i should run in. kept it to the hubbles today -

25

Brr its cold tonight.

26.2 miles in DETROIT!

I have been thinking about where i want to run my marathon this year, and I decided that detroit is where it all started and that I would really love to finish my 1st marathon there this fall. So I am all signed up to run the Detroit Free Press Marathon again.

24

Went out tonight for a short run, feeling really shitty. Then ended up going an extra few miles and returned with a smile and my legs felt better than before I ran. I switched it up to the vibrams which really helped.

23

Ran a quick half mile, and then did yoga.

22

Whoo, pretty easy 3 mile run today with monica and scott, but man are my legs sore. Going to try to focus more on my form here and hopefully start going barefoot again.

21

3 miles in the snow in my short shorts how invigorating.

20

Alright made it to day 20! Went out on a 3 mile run with craig and then celebrated afterwards by going to goose island brewery.

19

This was a tough one to get out for, but I was really happy I made it out tonight. I lost my keys on the run, but still had a good time. Been reading Born to Run again, definitely helped get me out for my run today.

4 miles

18

short and sweet

17

16

Wahooo!! After a weekend of questionable runs, I wanted to get out there and push it. So I went for the longest run in a long while, and the great thing is it turned out to be my best run as well. Wahooo!!! It was so great, I did a 3 mile loop, and had about even times both times through.

13,14,15

13:  Drunkenly ran down the road at 11:55 to get a quick five mile run in while in my work clothes and dress shoes.

14:  13 flights of stairs at greek town casino.

15. Ran with matt and Nicky and craig rode by our sides. maybe 2 miles simple pace.

11/12

So it was going to be tight getting off and going to the autoshow, so I ran to the train stop a mile down the road and then met up with craig. Then tonight I went to take my car in and ran the 3 miles back. Tomorrow is going to be tricky though. Maybe quick morning run.

Day 9 and 10!

Day 9:

Went to yoga but  I ran there, nor far but still motivated myself enough to run there.

Day 10:

Slow pace, but it was really hard to get out there so overall proud that I made it to day 10! woot.

Day 7 and 8

Made it out for a brisk run on saturday morning about a mile. Then Sunday made up for it with my longest run in a while. 3.9 at a 7:35 pace nothing amazing but still felt good to get out, its so nice here today in the high 40s. Way to go with the 7:15 pace I see I am going to have to get faster before we race again. ha

running

good job on your 30 day spree - youre pro.

as for me, ran 4 miles today at 7:11 pace and i was pumped! it was hard, but im looking to up my mileage and keep my pace around 7:15.

Keep workin!

day 5 and 6

I have made it six days now, and today I made it up to 3 miles. Really happy about the progress, thinking about maybe doing a long run soon, maybe run home from work one day its about, 7.

Day 4

It was pretty cold out tonight, so i just planned to get out for whatever i could. Ran for about 7 minutes at a pretty slow pace. But happy I could make it out, my knees are feeling great and happy i have ran 4 days in a row woot!

Day 3

Went to yoga tonight, but made sure to run there and back.

Day 2

Woot its snowing like mad out there but I got out for my daily 2 miles. Felt great running in the snow, its pretty tough like being a on the beach in some spots.

Day 2: 2 miles 1/6/11

Day 2

Woot its snowing like mad out there but I got out for my daily 2 miles. Felt great running in the snow, its pretty tough like being a on the beach in some spots.

Day 2: 2 miles 1/6/11

30 days of running

Trying this thing again:

The goal is to run everyday for the next 30 days. No set distance just have to get out for a run 5 minutes is the minimum I suppose. I am just trying to get motivated to get outside so when it gets warmer I can start training for some bigger runs and already be in the rhythm of going out for a run everyday.


Day 1: 2 miles- 1/5/11

Thursday Legs

Just did some improv yoga, push ups, and planks. Mostly trying to strengthen my core and my knees.

Yoga

Another great session of yoga with Craig, I had a different instructor tonight, so instead of a energy boost I almost felt like I had just taken a nap afterwards.

Shamrock Shuffle

All signed up, its a little far away but should be some good motivation!

Saturday

It was really hard to get motivated to get out this week and especially on Saturday, but I am glad that I did. I only went for 2 miles, but that has kind of been my new thing. I try to push myself to get out and atleast do a mile or 2 each day. I mostly have been going short distances because of the weather and b/c i am still having a lot of knee pain after my runs. I have been trying to do stretches and strengthening exercises to help, but still pretty hard for me to stand up for log periods of time.

Run Mon & Tues

Monday - Ran a 5k in the gym in 21:39 and on tuesday ran 2 mile on the track in 14:40 and one mile on the elliptical. trying to do more strength work and core stuff. going to write myself a work out plan tomorrow to make sure i get back in the swing of doing tempos / long runs / fart leks every week. Time to get serious and pick a 5k to run! Also a half marathon.. can't wait.

5.7 ish

Had a good run and ran into a friend at the start and joined her for a mile. have felt sluggish lately but still trying to take my iron. ran about 7:30 pace so decent, but not really where i want to be. looking for a race...

Chilly 2

Got out for a solid 2 mile run today, really happy I had the chance to run in the daylight, so much easier to get out when the sun is out. Form felt horrible but my splits look good.

Tooo Cold

Yoga: 40 minutes

yogatoday.com

The temperature here has been super cold, somehwhere around 10 today with a -20 wind chill. So I decided it would be a good idea to do some yoga at the apt.

2.5 blah

dont know why i thought i could run in the morning. didnt get out till 9 and it was still tough. yuck. they say it takes doing it at least 10 times for it to feel like a habit though so maybe i have to push through - but im just not sure if morning running is for me.

went 2.5 miles. run in same smart wool and under armor outfit as last run (ew right?) and ran in my nike's and stabilites. not so sure how i feel about those inserts :-/. want to get back to five finger running.....

4 mile ish

ran out in the cold today too - but i had two thin layers of smart wool that kept me more than toasty. i am ever-impressed by that magical fabric.
i ran in my nike structure triax - ive switched out of my favorite kinvaras because they are just not enough support for my poor weak feet right now.
immensely enjoyed my run even though it was super slippery here too -
had to take it slow on some parts but over all had a good quick pace.

ran for 32 minutes - dont know how far. will measure later.

First run in Chicago

Distance: 1 mile

Slippery out today.

First run of 30 in 30

Distance: 1 mile

Time: ?

Where: Royal Oak

It was cold and snowy but I tried to get out for just a mile. 

Online challenge to get going

Brisk Run

Overall an ok run, happy to get out and run even though it is a little cold. Tried to really concentrate on form but unleveled and slippery roads made it difficult.

First post of the new year

Time: ?
Distance: about 3 miles
Area: Royal Oak
Shoes: Vibram Flos

How did it go:

Good run. It was nice to get out and start running again or at least just nice to get out of the house at all. I took it pretty slow and tried to concentrate on my form and not worry about how far or how fast i was going. I didn't stretch at the end and woke up the next day sore, definitely need to start stretching more.

New Year Goals

The new year is here and I am excited to start setting up some races and goals to shoot for since I have more free time to get out and run.

1. conquer winter blues, try to run everyday even if it is only for 5 or 10 minutes.

2. start doing more core and strengthening exercises (yoga?)

3. tack off a marathon this summer, maybe i'll work up to it but i definitely need to start training for the Ironman