Today I completed my 9th half marathon and I was pleased with the results. The weather started off great (at 7:30am) with temperatures a bit above 10 degrees, sun shining on us, and very low to no wind.
My coach had given me what I thought could be an aggressive goal - 1:36:30 I saw this a pushing it a bit since I was injured and not training for 5 weeks at the beginning of the season. But, I was able to stay focused, push hard, and beat his expectations with a 1:35:41.
While a decent run in itself, it is more impressive when you compound my silliness. I had played my first practice beach volleyball game of the season the day before (on Saturday), against the recommendation of my coach. His advice was good, as I did strain my right quad which was sore the entire race. I stop to wonder what my time could have been had I not played the day before.
As always, a lesson is learned (again). Don't engage in new activities so close to race day. Take it from me - it makes sense!
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Sunday, May 11, 2008
Monday, May 5, 2008
Mississauga 2008 - The Clock is Ticking
The Mississauga Marathon is almost here (May 11). The final count down is approaching for the half marathon I signed up for. Normally I'm more exuberant about my races, but this time I'm not (at least, not yet).
My season was supposed to be preparing for the Mississauga full, but a snowboarding injury in January sidelined me for five weeks. Besides ruling out a full, it also impacted my level of fitness when I did get back to training. That being said, in the past six weeks I've had great progress and some really good runs.
Taking all of this into account, I am mulling over my target time. My best half is about 1:35, and I don't think I can crack that this time. But I need to set a target, so I have some more pondering to do.
I will let you know how the week goes and I will update you on my results!
My season was supposed to be preparing for the Mississauga full, but a snowboarding injury in January sidelined me for five weeks. Besides ruling out a full, it also impacted my level of fitness when I did get back to training. That being said, in the past six weeks I've had great progress and some really good runs.
Taking all of this into account, I am mulling over my target time. My best half is about 1:35, and I don't think I can crack that this time. But I need to set a target, so I have some more pondering to do.
I will let you know how the week goes and I will update you on my results!
Sunday, April 13, 2008
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to some great runners who completed the London Marathon today. I'm pround to be your friends and running buddies. Great job Roger (3:29) and Nathalie (3:36)!
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