The latest update from Body in Training entries. I’ve decided to keep these as monthly but I’ll only post bi-monthly.
Month 3
Never really got a good chance to get a picture outside with good lighting, so unfortunately this one had to be inside, with less than optimum lighting. Oh yeah, I got a new haircut. Does it make me more aero? My weight, body fat, BMI, and blood pressure are down.
Height: 63.5″
Weight: 133.6lbs
Blood Pressure: 117/76
BMI: 23.3
Body Fat: 18.8%
Fat weight: 25.1lbs
Lean (fat-free) weight: 108.5lbs
Total Body Water: 33.6663 Liters, or 60.4%
Month 4
Finally got to get back outside for a picture. You can see my lovely plants and herbs I’m planning to grow this summer, and a cameo from Diva Kitty eating grass. Again, my weight, BMI, and blood pressure are all down a little bit. My body fat percentage went back up. I figure this is either last month’s reading wasn’t entered properly and/or I am retaining some water from this month since it’s about 5 days out from a race. It’s only 0.1% higher than BiT month 2.
Height: 63.5″
Weight: 133lbs
Blood Pressure: 115/75
BMI: 23.2
Body Fat: 20.9%
Fat weight: 27.7lbs
Lean (fat-free) weight: 105.4lbs
Total Body Water: 34.62 Liters, or 60.2%
I know I’m super late with this race recap, but there was so much awesome in this race that it took me a while to get it all together, then ya know life gets busy. I gotta say I’ve never been to a race that had such a welcoming small hometown feel. The runners were clearly the priority that day. To give you an idea of this race’s demographics: About 1,100 people ran the race (including a lot of locals), and the town only has about 5,700 people in it. So, with the runners and the volunteers, pretty much the whole town was out for this race. Every water stop was manned with several people and there was a water stop about every couple miles. And those who weren’t running or volunteering, were sitting on their porches waving back at all the runners. The only thing I probably saw more during the race were cows and they’re rude and don’t wave back.
“Downtown Lynchburg” The cutest little square you’ll ever see.
Lynchburg, TN is also the home of Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey. Yes, it’s made here. No, you can’t buy it here; it’s a dry county. Yes, most people who live here work there. You see the influence Jack all over the town, and they are a sponsor of the race. No, there wasn’t any Jack at the finish line.
Pre-race
Fortunately this race didn’t start until 8am, so we had time to drive the 90+ minutes to get down to Lynchburg, TN. Normally it takes about 90 minutes, but with the tiny town (and roads) and extra race day traffic, we gave ourselves plenty of time to get there. Early morning wake-up, make coffee, prep a banana and a bagel with peanut butter and throw on my race clothes, hop in the car and point it south. I was able to do my pre-race nutrition in the car ride down and made one potty stop along the way. When we got there, we wound around the town and back fields to get parking, then went to registration and picked up our packets, shirts, and bib numbers. I made a bee line for the porta potty lines to get one last relief before the race, attaching my bib number while in line.
Race
Pretty soon it was nearing 8am for race start. We all just stood around near the start line (love small races!) and the race director literally just counted down 3-2-1-GO for the start. Nothing fancy, no starting gun, just getting down to business, just how I like it.
We quickly wound around to the main highway for a very short stretch, then were deep into the farmland. We ran past a cow pasture, that smelled very strong. Nothing like huffing and puffing along in a race, and all you can smell are cow patties.
Not long after the cows, we started the slow climb towards Whiskey Hill. As this is a very rural, small town race, you don’t have a lot of bands or cheerleaders along the course. So as we were running into the wooded area and starting the slow climb, I could hear “Dueling Banjos.” Yes. That. Nothing like being in the backwoods and getting flashbacks of Deliverance. Turns out someone had a generator and a boombox tucked back into the trees. Nice one.
Whiskey Hill
This is the race’s defining aspect and pops up around mile 5. It is a mile long hill, and you don’t notice the first 3/4 of mile, but the last 1/4 mi is character building. It starts getting really steep, then it turns a corner and it becomes impossibly steep. I came down a couple weeks before to preview the course and the hill. I knew what I had in store for me. I planned to try to run to the top, but it became clear that walking was faster because you could get longer strides rather than trying to tippy-toe your way up it. That and my heart rate started getting out of control. This hill has so much character, it even has its own Facebook page.
After Whiskey Hill, I totally expected to just fall my way down towards the finish line. This race supposedly has negative elevation gain. Yeah, no. Once I hit mile 6, I knew I was near another water station. I turned the corner and it was Whiskey Hill’s baby brother. Another damn steep hill. I was not pleased. This was a part of the course I had not previewed, so I wasn’t ready for it. Actually turns out the entire course is nothing but rolling hills. The elevation chart is a lie. You almost never feel the effects of the downhills. I quickly learned this is not an easy or PR course. It is a course to have fun, enjoy the scenery and relish the finish line!
I had a goal finish time in mind. I knew with all these hills, it might be hard to do, but I’d been training hard and I could push it. Then at mile 9, a side stitch hit. What?! I haven’t had a side stitch in years. It got so bad, I actually had to walk for a bit, and if I let my pace drop below 9min/mi it became unbearable. I could see my finish time slipping away. I pushed through and maybe around mile 12, it finally let up. I seriously had a side stitch for 20-30min! So I tried to haul whatever I had left on the main highway towards the finish in the last mile.
Final Time: 1:55:56 (15/114 AG) I still had a PR, even if it’s just by a minute.
Swag!
Finish Line
But the real bonus to this race is the finish line! You cannot ask for a better race finish! You get handed a wooden medal, a pair of Swiftwick socks with the logo on it, and your choice of a running hat or visor with the logo on it! All to match the shirt you got when you picked up your bib!
But here’s the real treat. You know you’re at a race in the South, when there are Hoecakes and SunDrop at the finish line. Yes, I did partake. And yes they are the best hoecakes I’ve ever had! There was plenty of other food and drinks too; pizza, bagels, bananas, fruit, Brunswick Stew, Gatorade, water.
Then they had a little local band set up that was actually pretty decent playing off past the food area. Love the stage set up around the Whiskey Barrels.
But my favorite (ok maybe second favorite after the hoecakes and SunDrop) was coming across the spontaneous pickin’ session in front of one of the shops on the tiny town square. You can’t get any more small Tennessee town than this!
All in all, I would totally do this race again. It was a cheap race registration, had the best volunteer support, and the finish line and swag were phenomenal. And I’ve learned my lesson to stop trying to get massive PRs on hilly courses. This is a race to enjoy!
Last weekend I went out on my longest bike ride ever. 45 miles. For most Ironmen and ultra-cyclists, that’s a warm-up, but for me that’s 3+hrs of my life by myself and alone with my thoughts. I thought I’d take you on that journey.
Alright let’s do this. It’s so nice out, it’s going to be a great ride.
Ok, just get through these next couple intersections. Please, nobody hit me.
Dammit missed the light, stupid sensors don’t pick up bikes. I’m turning anyway.
Wow my legs are feeling really good!
Ooh cows. (at this point you hear me audibly yell “MOO!” at the cows. Yes, I’m that person)
Ew cows, definitely smell them this time.
It’s really rural out here. Wait did I just hear gun shots?
Ok, cue sheet says turn left here. And that’s the direction of the gun shots. Is it hunting season?
I have no idea where I am. I really hope I don’t get a flat.
Time for a Gu break!
More cows. MOO!
Oh goody a train. Stopped on the road. How am I supposed to finish my ride? I don’t even know where I am.
You shall not pass!
Train is still not moving. Guess I can walk around it to get to the other side.
Dammit, it started moving again (as I’m halfway down the side of the train)
Ok, back on the road.
OMG what is that SMELL?!!!! Don’t puke!
Ooh look goats! Hey buddy how’s it going?
What the? Chickens?
Time for a Gu break!
What was the name of that town? I have no idea how to even get here in my car!
Hm, what am I going to destroy eat when I get back home. Maybe I should have another snack.
OMG. STOP. BRAKES. That’s an alpaca farm! Shut up!
Ok, back to a part of the course I recognize. Getting closer to civilization.
Legs are starting to get a little tired, but still feeling surprisingly good.
Ooh, a Dr. Pepper on the side of the road. I could really go for a soda right now.
39 miles? Man, am I ever ready to get out of this saddle.
Ugh, I still have to run 2.5 miles after this.
So yeah, all that “legs feel good” nonsense was no help on my 12 mile run the next day, especially not on the big hill 2/3 of the way through the run.
I have some fun news for this year’s racing season. You may see me sporting a Nuun logo and you’ll see me drinking Nuun to hydrate (as I usually am). I was selected as a Nuun Ambassador for 2013.
No doubt if you’ve been reading this blog (or gone for a run with me in person), you’ve heard me talk about Nuun as a great way to hydrate for training, but also just for daily life.
Here are some of my favorite things about Nuun:
It’s a great way to get electrolytes without adding a bunch of sugar, high fructose corn syrup, or other unknown chemicals.
It’s travel/airline friendly. No liquids and very compact packaging!
You can use it during the day, not just for athletes competing!
Lots of GREAT flavors.
The main part of the tube is recyclable!
Tablets are scored to easily break it up for smaller water bottles.
You can add it to any other liquids to give an added flavor and electrolyte boost, like iced tea.
In a pinch I’ve heard you can chew up a tablet to beat cramps/dehydration.
You can find it in every running/biking store and sometimes in other stores around town. Or you can easily purchase online.
So, if you haven’t had a chance to try Nuun, pick up a tube and give it a try. I love it and have been using it for years now.
Here’s the latest update on Body in Training. A little late to posting, but this is for February’s posting. I’m up a little bit of weight and body fat, but nothing significant. Also, it snowed the entire day I took this picture. Brrrrr! (hence the boots, hat, and mittens) But unfortunately none of the snow really stuck to the ground. And as you can see, Diva Kitty got a little bit of a romp outside. Hopefully soon, I’ll also figure out how to get my resting heart rate and include that in the future BiT posts too.
Diva Kitty inspecting the snow covered grass.
Left shoulder blade starting to even out. And little bit of tricep action coming out.
Height: 63.5″
Weight: 135.6lbs
Blood Pressure: 129/81
BMI: 23.6
Body Fat: 20.8%
Fat weight: 28.2lbs
Lean (fat-free) weight: 107.4lbs
Total Body Water: 36.63 Liters, or 59.5%
I kicked off my racing season last weekend with the Race Judicata. And because I like to be difficult, I didn’t just do one race, I did 2! See this race is both a 5k and a 10k and you have the option to do both, back -to-back. Also, it’s in one of the hilliest parks in the area. Seriously, check out the elevation profiles! It’s not for the faint-hearted or weak-quads.
I learned a good lesson, don’t take a caffeinated gel at the beginning of a race. I took off like a maniac and fortunately was able to recognize it early and slow my roll for the big hills (and second race) to come. I think I managed the race well having trained the course for a couple months. At the start of the race, I was passed by this woman with a name on the back of her hooded sweatshirt. I finally overtook her (and chicked a bunch of guys) on the long hill after 1 mile. I guess she stayed pretty close behind me because at 1/2mi left, she passed me and we ran together for a while. Finally on the last turn I decided to see if I could pull ahead of her and did. I couldn’t tell what her age was, but didn’t want to lose a spot in a race I’ve trained hard for to someone wearing a hoodie. I finished in 25:34. Not a PR, but only 1 minute off my PR on a flat course. And came in 1st in Age Group (thanks to overall winners, love them)!! I’ve never come in 1st in running since I was a kid!! I got a nice thermal lunch bag printed with the race logo on it for my AG win. Oh and turns out hoodie girl was only 16. So yeah, I’m more than twice her age and still took her out!! Yeah!
Also, did I mention this is my first race of my new age group? (In running, I’ve been this age group in Triathlon already thanks to USAT rules). Pretty sweet to get a podium finish in my first race in that age group. Getting older pays off sometimes.
Then about 30 minutes or so later, after changing my shirt and switching my bib numbers, I lined up for the next race.
This is traditionally a 10k, but the volunteers had the turnaround a little too soon. Also, after training this course for 2 months, I still managed to miss the fact that there was a turnaround. It threw me off when I saw people running back towards me after 3 miles, but apparently everyone else was thrown off that the turnaround was in the wrong place. I think I managed the pace well on this one too. Only took one regular gel at the beginning of the race (was too scared to take another caffeinated one after my near heart attack at the start of the 5k) and really wasn’t feeling really up to taking another during the run. Fortunately since it was short, I wasn’t really ready for one yet. At the very last couple tenths of a mile an older (60s+) guy caught up to me and started sprinting and yelling at me “don’t let me beat ya, c’mon” so we raced it in at the finish really hard and strong. Sometimes you don’t think you have it in you until someone calls you on it. Finished in 50:21, 4th Age Group. Kinda wished I had gone about 20-30 seconds faster and gotten a double podium win. But those who finished ahead of me only ran the 10k and weren’t coming right off of a FIRST PLACE win in a 5k! So yeah, it was pretty awesome.
Pro: Overall not a bad day of racing and good kick off to the year. Small. Fairly quick turnover to the posting the times and presenting awards, so people aren’t waiting forever. Long sleeve technical T swag. Gorgeous course though a wonderful park.
Con: (Besides the course screw up on the 10k) I had heard that if you do both races you get cool arm warmers in addition to the t-shirt (something I actually need right now). But this year it was just plain black gloves. And they only had large man-hands sizes. So I guess I’ll store those in my car for emergencies.
At the end of last year’s training season, I could not believe the transformation I could see on myself in just 4 short months. It made me wish I had taken before and after photos so I could really measure the change. So I decided I’d do that this year, the year of my first Half Ironman.
This month marks the first week of real training (i.e., paying money for spoon-fed ass-kicking workouts from a coach) for me. So this entry will mark my baseline from where I start. While I hate having my picture taken with a fury of a thousand hells, sometimes visual examples are best. But for those of you (like me) who require more concrete data, I have also some numbers for you chew on. My employer offers a service that takes a few health measurements, so I will obtain those as I go along too.
It’s about 30-something degrees during this photo shoot. Hence the awkward smile and puffy hat.
Sigh, left scapula still ‘scooped’ out from PTS.
Height: 63.5″
Weight: 135lbs
Blood Pressure: 128/78
BMI: 23.5
Body Fat: 20.3%
Fat weight: 27lbs
Lean (fat-free) weight: 108lbs
Total Body Water: 37.13 Liters, or 59.8%
At the end of last season, I loved how fit I was but I started to get a little too thin in some areas. Since this year’s training will last at least twice as long as last season, I had one goal and that was put on a little bit of weight in the off season so I had something to lose. Normally this is not an issue for me, and I managed to put on about 5 extra pounds and added a little extra fluff to my mid-section.
It is very important to note that this series of posts is not about losing weight. In fact, if it’s anything like last season, I may remain the exact same weight, but things like blood pressure or body fat may change, and more importantly my shape and muscles may change. I am a perfectly happy, healthy individual and do not feel the need to change anything.
I love BodyGlide. I’ve definitely talked about it here a bit. So when I saw they were having a Slogan Contest, I knew I had to come up with a catchy saying. I mean I wear the stuff enough (nearly every day), so I should be able to put my sass to good use very familiar with it. I put down the first thing that came to mind….and it was selected as one of 5 finalists!! What lurks in my mind when it comes to BodyGlide?
That’s what. Seriously, if you’re too hasty before a workout or race and skip this step, you’ll reap the benefits of chafing, usually in terribly uncomfortable places.
I love reading everyone’s year-in-review. But I never feel that I have anything particularly interesting to share myself. However looking back at where I’ve come since January 1, 2012, my year reads like the elevation profile of the 11.2 mile run through Percy Warner Park.
January
On New Year’s day I wake up with pain in my left shoulder. It becomes very severe over the next few days and I begin many painful and expensive tests to diagnose it. I eventually lose most of the strength and mobility in the arm altogether. It is not for several months (see below) before we are able to diagnose the mystery condition. But I take my first Caribbean vacation to Jamaica with my good friend Sara. It is fantastic and just what we needed to thaw the dreary winter grays. I also start training to Hoop the Half Marathon again.
February
I take a trip to Chicago to visit the city and see friends. I begin planning my race calendar for the year. But 2/3 of the way through the month I became very ill and take a brief stay in the hospital. This sets me back physically and race and training-wise. I eventually end up having to miss out on 4 different races this month and the next month due to illness and recovery. I also support a friend during a difficult trial and witness that sometimes the judicial system doesn’t always work out the way it’s supposed to.
March
I miss out on the Triple Crown races due to the previous month’s recovery and post my first DNS ever, unfortunately it’s a 3-for-1. I come up with an Athletic Bucket List and start working towards a plan to check off the items. I tour the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and hit 7 distilleries in 2 days. I attend an Olympic soccer qualifying tournament game.
April
I apply for the Nuun Hood To Coast team, though I don’t get picked, I still make a funny video. I post some really high mileage with our hoop walking. And eventually complete the Hooping the Half Marathon. Many thanks to everyone who donates to the cause. I finally really start training again in all 3 sports. I also have my first swim lesson and find out that my self-taught freestyle form really isn’t that bad. I also meet my Coach for the first time in a different swim lesson. I witness my amazing friend Kira become ordained as an Episcopal priest.
May
I do my first open water swim ever, which also happens to be my first wetsuit swim ever. I manage to survive both. I compete in my first triathlon of the season and learn an important lesson of mental tenacity. I have another minor surgery unrelated to my two previous medical issues earlier in the year. I get a new fitting on my tri bike.
June
I make another trip to Chicago for a wedding and to visit friends. I begin training with my Coach. I go through a little bit of heartbreak. I revise my race schedule for the year and really buckle down and distract myself with training. I compete in the Du Run Run duathlon again and walk away with my first podium finish! I also finally get back to the doctor for my left arm, and get a diagnosis of Parsonage Turner Syndrome. I compete in the Muddy Buddy with a friend and have a great time, and once again somehow manage to never really get muddy in a mud event. It’s a special talent. I witness more heartbreak at the loss of a friend. I also go to see Tenacious D with Sara and we have a lot of rocking out silliness.
August
My Coach comes to town and I get in another swim session. I work on riding the course for my next big race, but the course keeps changing and I learn my lesson on some hills. I get up way too early (even for me) to watch the Olympics for marathon and triathlon. I compete in a Women’s super sprint tri and get misdirected on the course by a volunteer. They throw out the run times and I end up with a podium finish, but maybe not the one I planned. I begin physical therapy for my arm and shoulder.
September
I compete in my second Olympic Triathlon, in a torrential downpour. This is my last tri of the season, but I don’t let that stop me because I sign up for my first Half Ironman race for the next year. I attend my first Nashville Rollergirls bout and love it. I buckle down on my running to train for my next few running races of the season. I run my first 5k in probably 5 or 6 years, and walk away with another podium finish, once again a second place in my age group, which makes for a hat trick of podium finishes for the year. My best friend has another baby, once again with a dramatic entrance.
October I run in the Boston Half Marathon. I get to visit my old friends and meet new ones, and see my best friend in a play. I tour the Sam Adams Brewery finally. I try Eritrean food, and of course eat lots and lots of lobstah! I walk the Goo Goos Jog N Hog due to a painful injury. That injury turns out to be peroneal tendonitis, and I also find out (on my 3rd Xray and MRI of the year) that I have a cyst in my heel, but the doctor doesn’t think it is affecting me. I attend a Vanderbilt football game and watch them actually win! I take a Motorcyle class. I watch the Kona Ironman championships online and am amazed by the athletes. I do the Color Run with a couple friends.
November
I make a road trip to tour the Calfkiller brewery and fall more in love with their beer. I try to talk them into selling me a bike jersey with no luck. I run in the Ragnar Tennessee relay race and tick off another Athletic Bucket List item. I volunteer at the Flying Monkey Marathon and witness some truly hardcore runners. I run the Boulevard Bolt and get another PR. Coach comes into town again and we have a little team dinner and recap of the year and discuss the next year.
2013
And what does 2013 hold? I’ve already started working on my race schedule for next year. Who knows what else it holds? I’m hoping for a happy, healthy, and injury-free year. Looking forward to ticking off more Athletic Bucket List items and maybe clawing my way to more podium finishes? I’d also like to start trying to race more duathlons. What are your plans and goals?
So I tried really hard, but I was unable to “outrun my birthday” as a clever friend said to me today. But I did finish my 35 miles, with 3 hours to spare!
The big 3-5!
Yes, I am going to “STOP” running for a while. Well, until my next race next weekend. I’m not as sore as I expected to be. I had a massage today for 90 minutes and I feel even better. Not better enough to consider doing this again, but I do think I came up with a good plan for this crazy idea. I’ve never run much more than 13 miles in one day and I certainly didn’t even train up to that mileage going into this. I am not an ultra runner, nor do I have interest in turning into one. Hell I don’t even want to run a full marathon. But it is amazing what the body can do.
But most of all I have to thank all of my friends who ran with me: Tracy, Trent, Marc, Amanda, Karen. And to the countless other friends and even strangers who cheered me on through texts, twitter, facebook, and blog comments. It really helped get me through it. You have no idea how much I appreciated it!
But here is the plan that I followed:
The week before the run:
I didn’t run at all. I rode my bike, swam, and did some upper body strength training. I wanted to save my legs. I also ate a little more on the heavy side. I figured I wouldn’t be eating much during those 35 hours due to my sensitive stomach (when running). I wanted to store as many calories for energy as I could.
The run:
I knew I had just an hour shy of a day and a half, but since it’s December daylight hours are at a premium. So I had to get in my runs very closely together. I figured I could run up to 10 miles at a time without much trouble, especially if I split it up into at least 2 laps with a break for water and stretching in between.
The first day:
As planned, I ran a 5 mile loop, and had some water and a few minutes for rest and some stretching before beginning the second loop. I was feeling OK and mostly managing to keep a 10 minute or more pace so I made it a 6 mile loop to work in some extra miles. After I went home, showered and stretched. I put on my compression tights and did some work on my foam roller. For the second run, I managed two loops of 5 miles. I worked in a bit of walking any time I came to a slight incline or just to rest for a minute. That evening, I had a 60 minute massage scheduled and I slept in my compression tights, taking them off after a couple hours.
Second day:
I woke up very early after sleeping well and ran 1 mile as a warm up. After eating breakfast and a little more stretching and foam roller, I went for another run. Another 2 laps of 5 mile runs with stretching in between and brief walking breaks during the second lap. I went home and rested and stretched and foam rolled some more. Then all I had left was 3 miles, so I made a promise to myself I would run the entire 3 miles.
Third day:
I scheduled a final 90 minute massage to work out final kinks.
Nutrition/Fuel:
I made sure to consume plenty of fluids, in particular water (for basic hydration), nuun and pedialyte (for electrolytes), chicken broth (for sodium), chocolate milk (for recovery), Coke (to settle my stomach).
I ate plenty of bananas (for energy and cramps), peanut butter on bagels (for nutrition), Cliff Shots/Gus (during runs), salt (for sodium and cramps).
And of course a celebratory “Shower Beer” before meeting friends for (veggie) burger and (waffle) fries and more beer.
Runs:
I worked on trying to keep the first runs slow at 10 minute mile or slower and allow it to get slower on its own or be dictated by my pacers.
1. Sat, Dec 8, 2012 8:10 AM
Distance: 11.00 mi
Time: 1:49:56
Avg Pace: 10:00 min/mi
Split
Time
Distance
Avg Pace
Summary
1:49:55
11.00
10:00
1
9:46.92
1.00
9:47
2
10:17.85
1.00
10:18
3
10:12.61
1.00
10:13
4
9:55.64
1.00
9:56
5
9:50.09
1.00
9:50
6
9:55.49
1.00
9:55
7
9:58.4
1.00
9:58
8
9:58.6
1.00
9:59
9
9:58.71
1.00
9:59
10
9:55.06
1.00
9:55
11
10:06.16
1.00
10:07
*****
2. Sat, Dec 8, 2012 2:14 PM
Distance: 10.00 mi
Time: 1:48:44
Avg Pace: 10:52 min/mi
Split
Time
Distance
Avg Pace
Summary
1:48:44.4
10.00
10:52
1
10:44.4
1.00
10:44
2
10:56.9
1.00
10:57
3
11:03.6
1.00
11:04
4
10:35.2
1.00
10:35
5
10:32.9
1.00
10:33
6
10:36.0
1.00
10:36
7
11:07.6
1.00
11:08
8
10:59.1
1.00
10:59
9
10:37.2
1.00
10:37
10
11:29.1
1.00
11:29
11
:02.5
0.00
9:35
*****
3. Sun, Dec 9, 2012 6:49 AM
Distance: 1.00 mi
Time: 10:11
Avg Pace: 10:12 min/mi
Split
Time
Distance
Avg Pace
Summary
10:10.7
1.00
10:12
1
10:10.7
1.00
10:12
*****
4. Sun, Dec 9, 2012 9:06 AM
Distance: 10.01 mi
Time: 1:45:32
Avg Pace: 10:33 min/mi
Split
Time
Distance
Avg Pace
Summary
1:45:32.0
10.01
10:33
1
10:41.2
1.00
10:41
2
10:36.9
1.00
10:37
3
10:13.9
1.00
10:14
4
10:08.4
1.00
10:08
5
9:58.8
1.00
9:59
6
10:36.1
1.00
10:36
7
10:23.1
1.00
10:23
8
10:38.9
1.00
10:39
9
11:39.0
1.00
11:39
10
10:32.8
1.00
10:33
11
:03.1
0.01
9:44
*****
5. Sun, Dec 9, 2012 3:06 PM
Distance: 3.00 mi
Time: 31:33
Avg Pace: 10:32 min/mi
Split
Time
Distance
Avg Pace
Summary
31:33.5
3.00
10:32
1
10:28.0
1.00
10:28
2
10:34.6
1.00
10:35
3
10:31.0
1.00
10:32
And as far as how I’m doing after the run, well I walked away fairly unscathed. Yes, I have some muscle soreness. Only had some pain in my knee while running on the last day, but that didn’t stick around. Oddly I developed blisters on the bottoms of several of my toes. No new blisters on my feet, but several toes (only on the bottom) were casualties. I also have 2 weird tiny chafed spots on my back. I’m assuming from a sports bra, but it’s just 2 small spots the size of a pencil eraser and kinda low to be my sports bra, but it doesn’t hurt and I can’t see it so I’ll pretend it’s not there. Otherwise I escaped relatively injury free. Not bad for an old lady!
