Today it was 52 degrees when I went out! Oh yes! I was excited. It didn't feel all that warm to me though. I had on my Capri running pants and was a little chilly. But it still beat having to wear the gloves and ear muffs for a change! Loved it! I felt great today and it was one of those real good runs where I didn't feel like I had to stop and rest. I love it when that happens! If only it were everyday! I ended up down by the farm where I like to visit the horses and today I got a huge treat. The bunnies were out everywhere! I saw at least 10 or more. They get spooked real easy and so I just started walking and then taking very slow steps so I didn't scare them all away. I was able to watch some of them for a bit and then one by one they took off. I walked up the hill and saw a very tiny baby gray bunny. Oh, sooooo cute! He was out of the fenced in area and near the dirt road. When I approached him, he also took off into hiding. But, there was one large one that was just hanging around. I offered him some grass and he wasn't afraid of me! In fact, he came right up to me and let me pet him for a second. He was a beautiful floppy earred, calico looking one. I loved it! I have a thing for bunnies and he was really cute. The only bad thing was, I had stopped running! Not good I know! I couldn't help it though when I saw all those rabbits. They are just so fun to watch. And, that was the only time I stopped the entire time, so I tried to justify it! Who could resist a cute little bunny anyway? Not me! I thought that I should have done some intervals since I was feeling so good, but I didn't remember until the last mile. I did pump it up some that last mile. Still trying to figure out what makes one run better than the other. I didn't eat all that great yesterday because I was gone all day, and so I am just not sure. So, I will keep trying to figure it out. I almost forgot to mention that I had a serious allergy attack while running today. I was sneezing non stop for a long time! And of course I had forgot to take kleenex today. There was some TP sitting in someone's yard in a bush, obviously from a TP job, that I was half tempted to snag and use, but, my jacket sleeve worked just as well! You gotta do what ya gotta do. I also did my strength training class at the gym this morning for one hour. Total Distance: 5.76 miles
As for me......I would have used the TP. Why? Because when our house (because of my brother) got TP'd when we were growing up, my mother used to make us gather it up and USE it. So outside TP does not scare me.
I am the mother of five amazing sons. Yes, I birthed an entire basketball team! I am, of course, the ref (and head cheerleader!) and my husband Dave is the coach! One of our starting five and key players - Tyson- is now scoring big in heaven and cheering us all on down below. I am passionate about motherhood, lighthouses, purple, chocolate, writing, and running. I enjoy cake decorating, baking, and shopping (just a little too much!) I named this blog Beacon of Hope in honor of my son Tyson. He is definitely MY beacon of hope.
"Running is real and relatively simple…but it ain't easy." --Mark Will-Weber
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Why a Running Blog?
The reason I started this blog was to help me keep track of my progress (or lack thereof!) in this new found adventure of mine called running! This is my daily training log and a place where I can track my mileage, times, races, etc. I am hoping that just keeping this up to date will inspire me to improve and continually reach for higher goals. If you actually take the time to read this, I would be grateful for any tips or advice you feel inspired to share with me. I am a novice and have a lot to learn and would love any knowledge that you have already gained. Share away!
Why do I run?
That is a really good question. Actually, I don't even like to run....at least most of the time. Sometimes I feel like my body is in a big fight. My lungs, heart, or legs often cry out in protest and beg me to stop while in the process. So why do it then? For the simple fact that there are those days when running feels easy and effortless. Then I know why I run. I run because I can. And since I can I should. Tomorrow I might not be able to. I run because I really like the way I feel AFTER I have run. It 's amazing that my lungs and legs can actually feel better after pushing them to their limit. My body feels great! I feel like I have really accomplished something because it was such a challenge to keep going when I wanted to quit. I love the feeling of achieving something that I couldn't imagine doing even just one year ago. I love the sense of accomplishment of making it to the end. If that's not enough, here are 10 more reasons: My Top 10 Reasons: *I have another reason to shop for shoes. *It gives me an excuse to get outside and enjoy nature. *I have more energy all day. *I simply feel good. *I can now say, "I'm a runner" *I am no longer a spectator at races, but a participant...a really great feeling! *It motivates me to eat healthier. *I get to talk to dogs and sometimes even horses on my runs. (sounds like I'm a horse whisperer!) *I have a clearer mind. *I get a stronger heart and lungs...not to mention great legs...lol☺
Running Log 2008
Half Marathon Training Miles: ------------------------------------ Walk - (W) Hike - (H) ------------------------------------ Sat March 2 -------- 6.00 miles Mon March 3 ------- 4.00 miles Wed March 5 ------- 5.00 miles Thurs March 6 ------5.07 miles Fri March 7 ----------5.28 miles ------------------------------------ Sat March 8--------- 6.70 miles Tues March 11-------5.15 miles Wed March 12-------5.31 miles Thurs March 13-----5.42 miles ------------------------------------ Sat March 15-------- 7.00 miles Tues March 18 ------5.01 miles Thurs March 20-----5.00 miles Fri March 21---------3.00 miles ------------------------------------ Mon March 24-------4.50 miles Tues March 25 ------5.66 miles Wed March 26-------3.50 miles Thurs March 27-----5.00 miles (W) Fri March 28 --------5.00 miles ------------------------------------ Sat March 29 --------8.72 miles! Tues April 1 ---------5.50 miles Wed April 2 ---------4.57 miles Thur April 3----------5.00 miles Fri April 4------------4.50 miles (W) ------------------------------------ Sat April 5------------9.00 miles! Mon April 7-----------3.00 miles (W) Tues April 8----------4.50 miles Wed April 9---------- 2.50 miles (W) Fri April 11-----------1.75 miles (H) ------------------------------------ Sat April 12----------10.00 miles! Thur April 18--------5.76 miles ------------------------------------ Sat April 19----------8.25 miles Mon April 21---------4.38 miles Tue April 22---------2.50 miles (W/R) Wed April 23-------- 5.78 miles Thur April 24--------5.15 miles ------------------------------------ Sat April 26---------- 8.00 miles Wed April 30---------4.00 miles ------------------------------------ Thurs May 8----------6.00 miles Fri May 9------------- 2.00 miles ------------------------------------ Sat May 10------------5.85 miles Tues May 13----------4.00 miles Wed May 14---------- 2.00 miles ------------------------------------- I quit keeping track of my miles but now I am going to start up again as of August!!! ------------------------------------- Fri Aug 1--------------5.00 miles Sat Aug 2--------------9.64 miles ------------------------------------- Mon Aug 4-------------5.00 miles Thurs Aug 7-----------5 mile hike Sat Aug 9-------------- 6.00 miles -------------------------------------- Mon Aug 11------------5.00 miles Tues Aug 12-----------8.67 miles Thur Aug 14-----------3.00 miles Fri Aug 15------------- 2.00 miles Sat Aug 16-------------3.10 miles -------------------------------------- Mon Aug 18----------- 3.00 miles Wed Aug 20-----------3.00 miles -------------------------------------- Sat Aug 30------------ 6.00 miles ------------------------------------- Mon Sep 1-------------5.00 miles
*Manuta Dam Race -Mantua * July 21, 2007 (MY FIRST RACE!)
4.7 miles --- didn't even check time - I was just so glad I actually crossed the finish line! I think it was 44 min.
*Organ Donor 5K Race -Sugarhouse * August 11, 2007
3.1 miles ---31 minutes * 4th in age group
*Peach Days 10 K *Brigham City * Sept. 8, 2007
6.2 miles --- 57:09 min. * 5th in age group (first medal!)
*Turkey Trot *Nov. 11, 2007
4 miles --- 34:52 min. * 3rd in age group
*Snowman Shuffle - 5K Race * December 8, 2007
3.1 miles --- 27.38 min. *
*Ogden Half Marathon * May 17, 2008
13 miles
* 4th of July Firecracker 5K * July 4, 2008
3.1 miles ---26:04 minutes
*Mantua Dam Race - Mantua * July 19, 2008 4.7 miles --- 41:50 min.
*End of Summer 5K*August 16, 2008 3.1 miles---26.19 minutes 1st place
*Top of Utah Half Marathon * August 23, 2008 13.1 miles---2:02:04 7th place!!!
*Peach Days 10K Road Race* Sept. 6, 2008 6.2 miles ---53:43 min.*3rd place
2 comments:
That sounds like such a good run minus the sneezing! The weather sounds perfect. I would have loved to have seen those bunnies. Maybe on Saturday.
As for me......I would have used the TP. Why? Because when our house (because of my brother) got TP'd when we were growing up, my mother used to make us gather it up and USE it. So outside TP does not scare me.
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