Distance: 9.0 m
Time: 1h 30m
Location: Roads, trails, treadmill (Bermuda)
Total Miles: 117.9 m
Total Time: 18:36
To make a long story short, the last month has been a whirlwind with my wedding and the leadup to that, as well as my honeymoon in Bermuda followed by a trip to Palm Springs for 3 days. I can now say that I am of clear mind and can confidently concentrate on my running for the first time in quite some time. I am very refreshed and very excited to be able to hit the trails again healthy, happy and motivated. I am looking forward to getting a good time, for me atleast, in the Cave Creek Trail Run on April 23rd. Till then, happy trails.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Sunday, February 20, 2011
2011 Lost Dutchman 8k Trail Run
Distance: 5.0 m
Time: 38:00
Location: Roads
Total Miles: 108.9 m
Total Time: 17:06
Today was the 10th anniversary of the Lost Dutchman Marathon in Apache Junction, however I was to be taking part in the 8k trail run just as I had done last year in my very first trail run. I knew heading into the race that the weather may not be ideal considering it had rained profusely over the last 48 hours leading up to the race, but I figured that the only way that the 8k would be switched from trail to road would be if there was some serious rain falling and accumulating on the course, after all this is a trail race or off road race so conditions should never be ideal, right? Well, after little sleep and a sore throat tingling in my throat I headed out to the course in the early dawn, winding down the lightless streets of the northeast valley. I didnt feel particularly psyched about the energy levels in my body and felt as if I would need to really dig deep to find the sub seven minute pace I was hoping for. After the long walk to the starting gates from the parking lot I was astounded to hear over the loud speaker that the 8k trail run had been canceled and it would indeed be a 8k road race that would start with the 10k racers at 8am instead of 7:45am and follow the same 10k route except the 8k'ers would turn around a little shy of the 10k turn around and head back. After mentally preparing for a trail run including strapping on my minimalist MT101 trail shoes, I was surely deflated to hear that I would now be running a road race on the surface that I despise. I also was not keen on the fact that I would be out with nearly 3 times the runners as I had figured for prior. It was just not my day. The run began with a quick start, a little too quick as I had figured on starting around 7:20 pace yet here I was running sub 6:30 for the first half mile. What I didnt anticipate was a little bit of an incline for the first mile or so of the race which took a little out of my sails but I pushed through and found myself settle in for a bit but then came the first of 4 pit stops to re-tie my shoes. I knew early in the race that I could not avoid the loose lace for the next 3.5 miles so I had to pull over. This was a recurring theme. It became quite clear pretty early that I just didnt have the desire to run a fast 5 miles on the road this day and at about the 2 mile mark, just after the second pit stop for a re-tie, I kinda resorted to a customary 9:00 pace jog which continued for over a mile it seemed. After making the turn at the 2.5 mile mark I became a little motivated at the fact that I knew the race photographer was coming up so I tried to put on my best race face, ya know upright, perfect form, maybe a little flexing of the biceps......okay maybe not. The adrenaline kicked in at this point and I made it my goal to finish strong if possible and that I did. I ran the last mile in sub 7 pace to a 38:05 timing. Looking back on the run I realize that with a little luck with my laces and a more well prepared mental outlook I could of easily got a sub 7 pace throughout the race. I am happy with the fight I put in at the close of the race so there is some positives to take from the day. Another day/race awaits.
Time: 38:00
Location: Roads
Total Miles: 108.9 m
Total Time: 17:06
Today was the 10th anniversary of the Lost Dutchman Marathon in Apache Junction, however I was to be taking part in the 8k trail run just as I had done last year in my very first trail run. I knew heading into the race that the weather may not be ideal considering it had rained profusely over the last 48 hours leading up to the race, but I figured that the only way that the 8k would be switched from trail to road would be if there was some serious rain falling and accumulating on the course, after all this is a trail race or off road race so conditions should never be ideal, right? Well, after little sleep and a sore throat tingling in my throat I headed out to the course in the early dawn, winding down the lightless streets of the northeast valley. I didnt feel particularly psyched about the energy levels in my body and felt as if I would need to really dig deep to find the sub seven minute pace I was hoping for. After the long walk to the starting gates from the parking lot I was astounded to hear over the loud speaker that the 8k trail run had been canceled and it would indeed be a 8k road race that would start with the 10k racers at 8am instead of 7:45am and follow the same 10k route except the 8k'ers would turn around a little shy of the 10k turn around and head back. After mentally preparing for a trail run including strapping on my minimalist MT101 trail shoes, I was surely deflated to hear that I would now be running a road race on the surface that I despise. I also was not keen on the fact that I would be out with nearly 3 times the runners as I had figured for prior. It was just not my day. The run began with a quick start, a little too quick as I had figured on starting around 7:20 pace yet here I was running sub 6:30 for the first half mile. What I didnt anticipate was a little bit of an incline for the first mile or so of the race which took a little out of my sails but I pushed through and found myself settle in for a bit but then came the first of 4 pit stops to re-tie my shoes. I knew early in the race that I could not avoid the loose lace for the next 3.5 miles so I had to pull over. This was a recurring theme. It became quite clear pretty early that I just didnt have the desire to run a fast 5 miles on the road this day and at about the 2 mile mark, just after the second pit stop for a re-tie, I kinda resorted to a customary 9:00 pace jog which continued for over a mile it seemed. After making the turn at the 2.5 mile mark I became a little motivated at the fact that I knew the race photographer was coming up so I tried to put on my best race face, ya know upright, perfect form, maybe a little flexing of the biceps......okay maybe not. The adrenaline kicked in at this point and I made it my goal to finish strong if possible and that I did. I ran the last mile in sub 7 pace to a 38:05 timing. Looking back on the run I realize that with a little luck with my laces and a more well prepared mental outlook I could of easily got a sub 7 pace throughout the race. I am happy with the fight I put in at the close of the race so there is some positives to take from the day. Another day/race awaits.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 1.4 m
Time: 12:00
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 103.9 m
Total Time: 16:28
Inclined run on the 'mill that turned out to be a waste of time with my right leg stiffening up. Jumped off and moved on.
Time: 12:00
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 103.9 m
Total Time: 16:28
Inclined run on the 'mill that turned out to be a waste of time with my right leg stiffening up. Jumped off and moved on.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Monday, February 14, 2011
5k PR!
Distance: 3.1 m
Time: 20:41
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 99.5 m
Total Time: 15:49
What was to be a 3 miler with a sub 21 minute time as a goal turned out to be a new PR in the 5k. I went in with a good game plan of running the first mile in the high seven's and work my way up every fifth of a mile from there. I realized at about the 2.5 mile mark that I had a shot at my PR if I was willing to push myself through the last half mile or so. I went with it and found myself running at 11.3 mph for the final quarter mile to finish out in a 20:41 effort, carving off 6 seconds from my previous mark. This is good news going into my 8k on the weekend. Fingers are crossed.
Time: 20:41
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 99.5 m
Total Time: 15:49
What was to be a 3 miler with a sub 21 minute time as a goal turned out to be a new PR in the 5k. I went in with a good game plan of running the first mile in the high seven's and work my way up every fifth of a mile from there. I realized at about the 2.5 mile mark that I had a shot at my PR if I was willing to push myself through the last half mile or so. I went with it and found myself running at 11.3 mph for the final quarter mile to finish out in a 20:41 effort, carving off 6 seconds from my previous mark. This is good news going into my 8k on the weekend. Fingers are crossed.
Distance: 8.0 m
Time: 1:15
Location: South Mountain; Desert Classic Trail
Total Miles: 96.4 m
Total Time: 15:28
Running the mountain was more than I had bargained for on this sunday afternoon. I went awry with deciding to drink a Muscle Milk for my morning energy and then wash that down with some diluted orange juice and then hit the road to the west. By the time I hit the trail, or about 1 mile into the run, my stomach started acting up like I had never felt before. It was a painful feeling almost and I knew something was wrong. After making a pitstop and watering and fertilizing the bushes I felt better and continued on for my 8 mile jog, down from the 13 I had originally been working towards. The run was very sub-par and I made it back in a paltry 1:15 mins. I had hoped for a sub 7 minute 4 miles out to the water tanks and then I figured I would take it easy at about 9 minute pace coming back. Not happening. Maybe wednesday, we will see.
Time: 1:15
Location: South Mountain; Desert Classic Trail
Total Miles: 96.4 m
Total Time: 15:28
Running the mountain was more than I had bargained for on this sunday afternoon. I went awry with deciding to drink a Muscle Milk for my morning energy and then wash that down with some diluted orange juice and then hit the road to the west. By the time I hit the trail, or about 1 mile into the run, my stomach started acting up like I had never felt before. It was a painful feeling almost and I knew something was wrong. After making a pitstop and watering and fertilizing the bushes I felt better and continued on for my 8 mile jog, down from the 13 I had originally been working towards. The run was very sub-par and I made it back in a paltry 1:15 mins. I had hoped for a sub 7 minute 4 miles out to the water tanks and then I figured I would take it easy at about 9 minute pace coming back. Not happening. Maybe wednesday, we will see.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Uno mas dos mile sprint....
Distance: 2.0 m
Time: 12:50
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 88.4 m
Total Time: 14:13
Ok, if I am truly going to try and push it for a shorter sprint such as a 2 miler and really try and break a personal best I really need to leave my beloved MT101's in the closet. I realized that I just dont have enough support in those to take the pounding of sub 6:30 miles. So from here out I will save those for the beauty of the dirt and rock surfaces of the planets attainable land. I am happy to tell you though that I eclipsed my mediocre 13:02 PR in the 2 mile and put in a decent, for my standards-which are going up I might add, 12:50. The second mile was clocked I belive in around 6:15 or so which was nice. Out.
Time: 12:50
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 88.4 m
Total Time: 14:13
Ok, if I am truly going to try and push it for a shorter sprint such as a 2 miler and really try and break a personal best I really need to leave my beloved MT101's in the closet. I realized that I just dont have enough support in those to take the pounding of sub 6:30 miles. So from here out I will save those for the beauty of the dirt and rock surfaces of the planets attainable land. I am happy to tell you though that I eclipsed my mediocre 13:02 PR in the 2 mile and put in a decent, for my standards-which are going up I might add, 12:50. The second mile was clocked I belive in around 6:15 or so which was nice. Out.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Le Treadmill Sprint Numero dos
Distance: 2.0 m
Time: 14:00
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 86.4 m
Total Time: 14:00
My latest attempt at building up some speed in my legs before the Lost Dutchman 8k on Feb. 20th came up short again. The lack of sleep and overall tiredness from the weekend in Vegas does not help. Oh well, another day awaits.
Time: 14:00
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 86.4 m
Total Time: 14:00
My latest attempt at building up some speed in my legs before the Lost Dutchman 8k on Feb. 20th came up short again. The lack of sleep and overall tiredness from the weekend in Vegas does not help. Oh well, another day awaits.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Treadmill Sprint
Distance: 2.1 m
Time: 14:00
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 84.4 m
Total Time: 13:46
Treadmill sprint that came up short. Been under the weather big time.
Time: 14:00
Location: Treadmill
Total Miles: 84.4 m
Total Time: 13:46
Treadmill sprint that came up short. Been under the weather big time.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Shirtless South Mtn. Run in 42 Degree Weather
Distance: 8.1 m
Time: 1:20
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Total Miles: 82.3 m
Total Time: 13:32
I decided to brave one of the coldest days in the state this year and go for a long vertically challenged run off of one of the steepest canyon trails at the mountain this afternoon. It was steep, it was jagged, and it was beautiful. It is so relieving to find a new trail that challenges my body and mind. Its shocking to not know what is coming around the next corner, and exciting. After dropping down into the steep abyss off of the main roadway(Summit Road)it is pretty much a straight drop of about 500 feet over about 8 tenths of a mile. It then flattens into a open trail that hugs the adjacent neighborhood for a few miles before climbing up and away and harpoons east like a bullet. I felt good and also found a great rhythm which I firmly believe was because I could not get a lot of feeling in my limbs because of the cold weather. I was able to push and finally sprint up outta the canyon at under ten minute pace which made for a personal victory. Love it. Off to Vegas. Red Rocks?
Time: 1:20
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Total Miles: 82.3 m
Total Time: 13:32
I decided to brave one of the coldest days in the state this year and go for a long vertically challenged run off of one of the steepest canyon trails at the mountain this afternoon. It was steep, it was jagged, and it was beautiful. It is so relieving to find a new trail that challenges my body and mind. Its shocking to not know what is coming around the next corner, and exciting. After dropping down into the steep abyss off of the main roadway(Summit Road)it is pretty much a straight drop of about 500 feet over about 8 tenths of a mile. It then flattens into a open trail that hugs the adjacent neighborhood for a few miles before climbing up and away and harpoons east like a bullet. I felt good and also found a great rhythm which I firmly believe was because I could not get a lot of feeling in my limbs because of the cold weather. I was able to push and finally sprint up outta the canyon at under ten minute pace which made for a personal victory. Love it. Off to Vegas. Red Rocks?
Monday, January 31, 2011
Cough Syrup Run/3.1 miles
Distance: 3.1 m
Time: 29:00
Location: Mesa Canals and streets
Total Miles: 74.2 m
Total Time: 12:12
Decided to keep up with the green initiative and run to the neighborhood Target for some cough syrup for Michelle whom was feeling under the weather and it ended up being a nice little night jog that worked out some of the junk I had eaten earlier in the day. Legs felt good, kept the heart down. Good day. For the month my numbers are a little low but not too bad. I will admit that I have been a very busy bee this month with the wedding and some other days that were just unrunable unfortunately. But as I see it I believe that this coming month should see an increase in mileage as well as a couple of exotic runs sprinkled in throughout the month. Exciting.
Time: 29:00
Location: Mesa Canals and streets
Total Miles: 74.2 m
Total Time: 12:12
Decided to keep up with the green initiative and run to the neighborhood Target for some cough syrup for Michelle whom was feeling under the weather and it ended up being a nice little night jog that worked out some of the junk I had eaten earlier in the day. Legs felt good, kept the heart down. Good day. For the month my numbers are a little low but not too bad. I will admit that I have been a very busy bee this month with the wedding and some other days that were just unrunable unfortunately. But as I see it I believe that this coming month should see an increase in mileage as well as a couple of exotic runs sprinkled in throughout the month. Exciting.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Recent Runs at South Mountain
Pics from my discovery of Corona Del Sol Trail which lies off the backside along National Trail about midway through the park. It is an excellent trail with breathtaking views and some huge elevation gains.Saturday, January 29, 2011
South Mountain Park-National and Mormon Loop Trail
Distance: 6.0 m
Time: 1:01
Location: South Mountain Park- National and Mormon Loop Trails
Total Miles: 71.1 m
Total Time: 11:43
What was to be a 2 hour excursion in the mountains in Phoenix today turned into an 8 hour life and death struggle in the wind-swept peaks of central Arizona.........ok, it was not that dramatic but let me give you a quick recap of the days events. After picking up my buddy Aaron and heading out for a nice 6 mile run in the park this morning I went through my regular double checking of the pockets as we exited the truck to make sure I had taken my truck key off of my key ring, and upon further inspection I found it right there in my pocket......good job Logan! We started off down and up the trailhead weaving through the canyon walls, echoing our heartbeats off the stone cliffs until we made the turn around to head back atop Mormon Loop Trail just north of Two Peaks. The run was ok but I did feel a little bit of pain afterwards in my left foot which I believe I may have tweaked while stepping on a sharp rock awkwardly early in the run. Other than that it was simply an average run, albeit a little sluggish as all early morning runs usually are for me without a warmup. Aaron was a good sport considering this was his first taste of any kind of a run with some serious uphill work in it, and he impressed me with the fact that he pushed through to the end with a decent pace. But then the floor caved in. After running out the last few hundredths of a mile in the parking lot to round out the 6 mile run I fingered through my pockets and pulled out my 2007 Toyota Scion key. "Hmmm" I thought for a moment. I knew something was not right. I then realized that I did not drive the Toyota today, I drove the Ford F-150 today. So, to make a long, long story and day short, after using "Queen Bee's" phone to make a phone call in the one spot on the mountain that got reception I got ahold of my buddy Rob whom in turn called 5 locksmith's whom in turn said they either could not find our truck atop Buena Vista Lookout or they did not service that area of the country, ie the middle of nowhere where noone should be let alone running. After 3 hours of sitting, sleeping, urinating and conversing about the state of unicycles in today's pop-culture, a nice, fresh-faced 25year old Israeli Surfer(not Argentinian Logan, geez) fresh from New Zealand showed up drove us up the 8 mile deserted highway, past the towers which he said give off, "radiation", and in one fell swoop with his nifty inflatable balloon contraption, was successful in breaking into our truck, thus enabling us to drink our scalding hot G2 Gatorade which lay exposed on the seat. After a hefty tip to the youngster and couple of well wishes we descended the mountain top which we had come to know like a twin brother and stumbled back into the civilized world which waited down below. Another days work.
Time: 1:01
Location: South Mountain Park- National and Mormon Loop Trails
Total Miles: 71.1 m
Total Time: 11:43
What was to be a 2 hour excursion in the mountains in Phoenix today turned into an 8 hour life and death struggle in the wind-swept peaks of central Arizona.........ok, it was not that dramatic but let me give you a quick recap of the days events. After picking up my buddy Aaron and heading out for a nice 6 mile run in the park this morning I went through my regular double checking of the pockets as we exited the truck to make sure I had taken my truck key off of my key ring, and upon further inspection I found it right there in my pocket......good job Logan! We started off down and up the trailhead weaving through the canyon walls, echoing our heartbeats off the stone cliffs until we made the turn around to head back atop Mormon Loop Trail just north of Two Peaks. The run was ok but I did feel a little bit of pain afterwards in my left foot which I believe I may have tweaked while stepping on a sharp rock awkwardly early in the run. Other than that it was simply an average run, albeit a little sluggish as all early morning runs usually are for me without a warmup. Aaron was a good sport considering this was his first taste of any kind of a run with some serious uphill work in it, and he impressed me with the fact that he pushed through to the end with a decent pace. But then the floor caved in. After running out the last few hundredths of a mile in the parking lot to round out the 6 mile run I fingered through my pockets and pulled out my 2007 Toyota Scion key. "Hmmm" I thought for a moment. I knew something was not right. I then realized that I did not drive the Toyota today, I drove the Ford F-150 today. So, to make a long, long story and day short, after using "Queen Bee's" phone to make a phone call in the one spot on the mountain that got reception I got ahold of my buddy Rob whom in turn called 5 locksmith's whom in turn said they either could not find our truck atop Buena Vista Lookout or they did not service that area of the country, ie the middle of nowhere where noone should be let alone running. After 3 hours of sitting, sleeping, urinating and conversing about the state of unicycles in today's pop-culture, a nice, fresh-faced 25year old Israeli Surfer(not Argentinian Logan, geez) fresh from New Zealand showed up drove us up the 8 mile deserted highway, past the towers which he said give off, "radiation", and in one fell swoop with his nifty inflatable balloon contraption, was successful in breaking into our truck, thus enabling us to drink our scalding hot G2 Gatorade which lay exposed on the seat. After a hefty tip to the youngster and couple of well wishes we descended the mountain top which we had come to know like a twin brother and stumbled back into the civilized world which waited down below. Another days work.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 4.0m
Time: 46:00m
Temp:72'
Location: SMP, Corona Del Sol Trail
Surface: Trail
Month/miles: 65.1m
Year/miles: 65.1m
Month/time: 10:42.00
Year/time: 10:42.00
Time: 46:00m
Temp:72'
Location: SMP, Corona Del Sol Trail
Surface: Trail
Month/miles: 65.1m
Year/miles: 65.1m
Month/time: 10:42.00
Year/time: 10:42.00
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 9.0m
Time: 1h11m
Temp:64'
Location: Mesa/Tempe canal system
Surface: Dirt
Month/miles: 61.1m
Year/miles: 61.1m
Month/time: 9:56.00
Year/time: 9:56.00
Time: 1h11m
Temp:64'
Location: Mesa/Tempe canal system
Surface: Dirt
Month/miles: 61.1m
Year/miles: 61.1m
Month/time: 9:56.00
Year/time: 9:56.00
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 16.9m
Time: 2:58m
Temp:65'
Location: Mormon, National, Corana Trails(SMP) and Mesa neighborhood
Surface: Trail, Road
Month/miles: 52.1m
Year/miles: 52.1m
Month/time: 8:45.00
Year/time: 8:45.00
This time of year in Arizona to me feels like 'we' as Arizonans should be greatly indebted to those living in the remaining snowed-out states in the union. So, of course I took advantage of not only the weather but also the fact that I have felt particularly healthy and drawn to South Mountain over the last 7-10 days with great energy. I think I am finally starting to notice a jump in my efficiency on my mountain runs up the trails at the park and this has translated well with my mind, and has given me a added vigor to hit the harder, steeper inclines at the mountain. I think that time is of no importance to me on these runs now just pace and incline, that is all for the time being. I have noticed in particular that I seem to be recovering from the big climbs within my runs a little quicker now which is in turn giving me the motivation to run out a little longer on these daily runs than I am used to. My run this morning was met with a little adversity when I realized that the REI company had a sponsored hike throughout the trails this morning drawing in well over a few hundred hikers from what I could see. Huge portions of these trails are narrow singletrack with granite framing the sidewalls so this leaves me with little wiggle room to get around the multiple groups I encountered. I dealt with it though and got through with enough energy when I hit Buena Vista Lookout that I proceeded for the first time past the lookout and tried to find the spot where National Trail re-connects and continues on to the west end of the park. After avoiding multiple hikers along the paved road for another few hundred meters in search of the mystic National Trail Head, I took a wrong turn down Corona Canyon Trail. When I realized I had taken a wrong turn I made the decision to see where the un-trekked path may lead. It lead down, straight down! With tons of energy still filling my legs and lungs I let the canyon swallow me and spit me out in a deserted wash at the bottom of the decent. It was calm, quiet, almost like no one had ever stepped in the space. I knew that I still had a huge hike to climb out of the canyon ahead of me so after a few minutes of taking in the scenery(untouched) and wishing an lone trailrunner a good morning I turned west and climbed my way out of the rocky earth. One hour and ten minutes later I was back in the lot loving life.....a little more.
Time: 2:58m
Temp:65'
Location: Mormon, National, Corana Trails(SMP) and Mesa neighborhood
Surface: Trail, Road
Month/miles: 52.1m
Year/miles: 52.1m
Month/time: 8:45.00
Year/time: 8:45.00
This time of year in Arizona to me feels like 'we' as Arizonans should be greatly indebted to those living in the remaining snowed-out states in the union. So, of course I took advantage of not only the weather but also the fact that I have felt particularly healthy and drawn to South Mountain over the last 7-10 days with great energy. I think I am finally starting to notice a jump in my efficiency on my mountain runs up the trails at the park and this has translated well with my mind, and has given me a added vigor to hit the harder, steeper inclines at the mountain. I think that time is of no importance to me on these runs now just pace and incline, that is all for the time being. I have noticed in particular that I seem to be recovering from the big climbs within my runs a little quicker now which is in turn giving me the motivation to run out a little longer on these daily runs than I am used to. My run this morning was met with a little adversity when I realized that the REI company had a sponsored hike throughout the trails this morning drawing in well over a few hundred hikers from what I could see. Huge portions of these trails are narrow singletrack with granite framing the sidewalls so this leaves me with little wiggle room to get around the multiple groups I encountered. I dealt with it though and got through with enough energy when I hit Buena Vista Lookout that I proceeded for the first time past the lookout and tried to find the spot where National Trail re-connects and continues on to the west end of the park. After avoiding multiple hikers along the paved road for another few hundred meters in search of the mystic National Trail Head, I took a wrong turn down Corona Canyon Trail. When I realized I had taken a wrong turn I made the decision to see where the un-trekked path may lead. It lead down, straight down! With tons of energy still filling my legs and lungs I let the canyon swallow me and spit me out in a deserted wash at the bottom of the decent. It was calm, quiet, almost like no one had ever stepped in the space. I knew that I still had a huge hike to climb out of the canyon ahead of me so after a few minutes of taking in the scenery(untouched) and wishing an lone trailrunner a good morning I turned west and climbed my way out of the rocky earth. One hour and ten minutes later I was back in the lot loving life.....a little more.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 6.0m
Time: 1h 4m
Temp:61
Location: Desert Classic Trail/SMP
Surface: Trail
Month/miles: 35.2m
Year/miles: 35.2m
Month/time: 5:47.00
Year/time: 5:47.00
Headed out to SMP for a 6 miler with Aaron a friend of mine. Early on it felt like it was gonna be a nice, energy filled run but I found myself somewhat run down after a few miles on the trail. It felt like I re-aggravated a soft bruised spot on the ball of my left foot which caused a little discomfort throughout the run but for the most part I really just wanted to get out and show the trail to Aaron who had never spent any time on a trail before. I feel like I may have caused a little extra stress throughout the run from holding back my pace but it is all good. Hope to post soon.
Time: 1h 4m
Temp:61
Location: Desert Classic Trail/SMP
Surface: Trail
Month/miles: 35.2m
Year/miles: 35.2m
Month/time: 5:47.00
Year/time: 5:47.00
Headed out to SMP for a 6 miler with Aaron a friend of mine. Early on it felt like it was gonna be a nice, energy filled run but I found myself somewhat run down after a few miles on the trail. It felt like I re-aggravated a soft bruised spot on the ball of my left foot which caused a little discomfort throughout the run but for the most part I really just wanted to get out and show the trail to Aaron who had never spent any time on a trail before. I feel like I may have caused a little extra stress throughout the run from holding back my pace but it is all good. Hope to post soon.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 3.0m
Time: 31:15
Temp:65'
Location: Track/stairs
Surface: Various
Month/miles: 29.2m
Year/miles: 29.2m
Month/time: 4:43.00
Year/time: 4:43.00
Decided to try and get some vertical running in at the MCC track by running the stairs which I did for a mile then finished it off with 2 miles of dirt/grass running around the campus. Overall it went well but I did get a little smoked on the stairs and it felt like a big relief to hit the grass and all its cushioning.
Time: 31:15
Temp:65'
Location: Track/stairs
Surface: Various
Month/miles: 29.2m
Year/miles: 29.2m
Month/time: 4:43.00
Year/time: 4:43.00
Decided to try and get some vertical running in at the MCC track by running the stairs which I did for a mile then finished it off with 2 miles of dirt/grass running around the campus. Overall it went well but I did get a little smoked on the stairs and it felt like a big relief to hit the grass and all its cushioning.
Daily Run Log
Distance: 1.0m
Time: 9:15
Temp:
Location: Gym
Surface: Rubber/Pegasus 26's
Month/miles: 26.2m
Year/miles: 26.2m
Month/time: 4:12.00
Year/time: 4:12.00
Quick vertical run on the treadmill with the peg's. I ran a full mile at an insane incline to start of 6.5. Good run, felt o.k.
Time: 9:15
Temp:
Location: Gym
Surface: Rubber/Pegasus 26's
Month/miles: 26.2m
Year/miles: 26.2m
Month/time: 4:12.00
Year/time: 4:12.00
Quick vertical run on the treadmill with the peg's. I ran a full mile at an insane incline to start of 6.5. Good run, felt o.k.
Daily Run Log
Distance: 13.1m
Time: 2:03:21
Temp:60'
Location: Desert Classic Trail, South Mountain Park
Surface: Technical Trail/MT 101's
Month/miles: 25.2m
Year/miles: 25.2m
Month/time: 4:03.00
Year/time: 4:03.00
I was elated to find myself for the first time since the PF Chang's Marathon enjoying a runner's high of some sort. I set out this morning to do a make up run for calling out of the Xterra race that was to be held in the White Tank Mountains to the northwest of me, and what I ended up finding was one hell of a reserve in my running tank. I decided against going up and doing the National/Mormon loop run and instead headed out to the looping, winding Desert Classic Trail that outlines the southern boundary of the range, hugging Ahwatukee. It was an awesome run from the start, well save for the Jumping Cholla cactus that decided to jump on and be my pacer for the first 200 meters or so of my run. Other than that short nightmare I was able to enjoy a splendid day in the sun. I sauntered up and down the dirt track gliding past mountain bikers, hikers, and an occasional few other runners and pushed through a couple of tough spots to a personal best in both distance and overall time for the half marathon distance. I had never gone more than 12.6 miles on the trails and also I had never given a honest effort in a half marathon so this was definitely a huge success. I felt like I could of easily got under 2 hours and mentally I held up great. I cant wait for the next challenge awaiting me.
Time: 2:03:21
Temp:60'
Location: Desert Classic Trail, South Mountain Park
Surface: Technical Trail/MT 101's
Month/miles: 25.2m
Year/miles: 25.2m
Month/time: 4:03.00
Year/time: 4:03.00
I was elated to find myself for the first time since the PF Chang's Marathon enjoying a runner's high of some sort. I set out this morning to do a make up run for calling out of the Xterra race that was to be held in the White Tank Mountains to the northwest of me, and what I ended up finding was one hell of a reserve in my running tank. I decided against going up and doing the National/Mormon loop run and instead headed out to the looping, winding Desert Classic Trail that outlines the southern boundary of the range, hugging Ahwatukee. It was an awesome run from the start, well save for the Jumping Cholla cactus that decided to jump on and be my pacer for the first 200 meters or so of my run. Other than that short nightmare I was able to enjoy a splendid day in the sun. I sauntered up and down the dirt track gliding past mountain bikers, hikers, and an occasional few other runners and pushed through a couple of tough spots to a personal best in both distance and overall time for the half marathon distance. I had never gone more than 12.6 miles on the trails and also I had never given a honest effort in a half marathon so this was definitely a huge success. I felt like I could of easily got under 2 hours and mentally I held up great. I cant wait for the next challenge awaiting me.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 3.0m
Time: 29:23
Temp:
Location: Gym
Surface: Rubber
Month/miles: 12.1m
Year/miles: 12.1m
Month/time: 2:00.00
Year/time: 2:00.00
I went into my run tonight thinking that I was going to get a half mile into my run and find myself stepping off because of a lagging injury to my tibialis anterior muscle. But, much to my amazement, for the first time in a week and a half I had no discomfort in the muscle and actually was able to enjoy a pretty intense 3 mile incline run ending at a 5.0 incline. I was very satisfied and this gives me a lot of confidence heading into the run on sunday for sure. I am psyched.
Time: 29:23
Temp:
Location: Gym
Surface: Rubber
Month/miles: 12.1m
Year/miles: 12.1m
Month/time: 2:00.00
Year/time: 2:00.00
I went into my run tonight thinking that I was going to get a half mile into my run and find myself stepping off because of a lagging injury to my tibialis anterior muscle. But, much to my amazement, for the first time in a week and a half I had no discomfort in the muscle and actually was able to enjoy a pretty intense 3 mile incline run ending at a 5.0 incline. I was very satisfied and this gives me a lot of confidence heading into the run on sunday for sure. I am psyched.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Daily Run Log
Distance: 9.1m
Time: 1:31.00
Temp: 58'
Location: Gym, track, South Mtn.
Surface: Rubber, dirt
Month/miles: 9.1m
Year/miles: 9.1m
Month/time: 1:31.00
Year/time: 1:31.00
Welcome 2011! Wow, I have never felt like I have more of a clean slate than I do now. So what do I do with it? I run!
Ok, so the first 3 runs of the new year have been mostly disheartening. I had some bad muscle tightness on day 1 at the gym which caused me to step off only 1.6 miles into my run, then I came out sluggish on a day at the track with stairs as an incline test and managed only 3 miles of work there. Finally, I made it out to the mountain only to find my right lower leg tightening up again causing alot of discomfort as well as cutting my running down to the point that I had to walk a significant portion of the loop until I worked out the stiffness and pain. So far my year has been shaky but I am looking forward to getting back on track and finally making the right decisions that will positively affect my running this year.
Time: 1:31.00
Temp: 58'
Location: Gym, track, South Mtn.
Surface: Rubber, dirt
Month/miles: 9.1m
Year/miles: 9.1m
Month/time: 1:31.00
Year/time: 1:31.00
Welcome 2011! Wow, I have never felt like I have more of a clean slate than I do now. So what do I do with it? I run!
Ok, so the first 3 runs of the new year have been mostly disheartening. I had some bad muscle tightness on day 1 at the gym which caused me to step off only 1.6 miles into my run, then I came out sluggish on a day at the track with stairs as an incline test and managed only 3 miles of work there. Finally, I made it out to the mountain only to find my right lower leg tightening up again causing alot of discomfort as well as cutting my running down to the point that I had to walk a significant portion of the loop until I worked out the stiffness and pain. So far my year has been shaky but I am looking forward to getting back on track and finally making the right decisions that will positively affect my running this year.
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.0Miles
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 14:33
Finish Time: 5:16pm
Monthly Total: 47.5Miles
Yearly Total: 843.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 140.25Hours
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 14:33
Finish Time: 5:16pm
Monthly Total: 47.5Miles
Yearly Total: 843.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 140.25Hours
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.0Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 15:09
Finish Time: 6:16pm
Monthly Total: 45.5Miles
Yearly Total: 841.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 140.00Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 15:09
Finish Time: 6:16pm
Monthly Total: 45.5Miles
Yearly Total: 841.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 140.00Hours
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.0Miles
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 14:20
Finish Time: 7:26pm
Monthly Total: 43.5Miles
Yearly Total: 839.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 139.80Hours
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 14:20
Finish Time: 7:26pm
Monthly Total: 43.5Miles
Yearly Total: 839.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 139.80Hours
Sunday, December 26, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.0Miles
Location: Horton Creek Trail, Payson, Arizona
Duration: 36:53
Finish Time: 11:46am
Monthly Total: 41.5Miles
Yearly Total: 837.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 139.60Hours
Details and snaps of this run coming tonight!
Location: Horton Creek Trail, Payson, Arizona
Duration: 36:53
Finish Time: 11:46am
Monthly Total: 41.5Miles
Yearly Total: 837.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 139.60Hours
Details and snaps of this run coming tonight!
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.6Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 52:53
Finish Time: 8:26am
Monthly Total: 37.5Miles
Yearly Total: 833.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 139.00Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 52:53
Finish Time: 8:26am
Monthly Total: 37.5Miles
Yearly Total: 833.20Miles
Yearly Duration: 139.00Hours
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.0Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 34:00
Finish Time: 8:36pm
Monthly Total: 31.9Miles
Yearly Total: 827.60Miles
Yearly Duration: 138.10Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 34:00
Finish Time: 8:36pm
Monthly Total: 31.9Miles
Yearly Total: 827.60Miles
Yearly Duration: 138.10Hours
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:6.6Miles
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 1 hour 2 mins
Finish Time: 8:34pm
Monthly Total: 27.9Miles
Yearly Total: 823.60Miles
Yearly Duration: 137.60Hours
The last few weeks of running I can honestly say have been very fulfilling. I have had extraordinary amounts of energy with the only downside being that I have not been able to get to the trails on a few occasions that I really wanted to but other than that I have thoroughly enjoyed the time I have spent on the dirt and I even was able to throw in a PR time in the mile on the treadmill that I was not expecting whatsoever. If my body holds up I can easily see myself getting in a lot better endurance shape by summer time to where I can maybe take part in a trail marathon? We will see.
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 1 hour 2 mins
Finish Time: 8:34pm
Monthly Total: 27.9Miles
Yearly Total: 823.60Miles
Yearly Duration: 137.60Hours
The last few weeks of running I can honestly say have been very fulfilling. I have had extraordinary amounts of energy with the only downside being that I have not been able to get to the trails on a few occasions that I really wanted to but other than that I have thoroughly enjoyed the time I have spent on the dirt and I even was able to throw in a PR time in the mile on the treadmill that I was not expecting whatsoever. If my body holds up I can easily see myself getting in a lot better endurance shape by summer time to where I can maybe take part in a trail marathon? We will see.
Saturday, December 11, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:10.1Miles
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 1 hour 48 mins
Finish Time: 10:18am
Monthly Total: 21.3Miles
Yearly Total: 817.60Miles
Yearly Duration: 136.60Hours
Details and snaps of this run coming soon! I am tired, night.
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 1 hour 48 mins
Finish Time: 10:18am
Monthly Total: 21.3Miles
Yearly Total: 817.60Miles
Yearly Duration: 136.60Hours
Details and snaps of this run coming soon! I am tired, night.
Friday, December 10, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.6Miles
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 53:57
Finish Time: 15:35pm
Monthly Total: 11.2Miles
Yearly Total: 807.50Miles
Yearly Duration: 134.70Hours
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 53:57
Finish Time: 15:35pm
Monthly Total: 11.2Miles
Yearly Total: 807.50Miles
Yearly Duration: 134.70Hours
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.6Miles
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 52:31
Finish Time: 10:34am
Monthly Total: 5.6Miles
Yearly Total: 801.90Miles
Yearly Duration: 133.80Hours
As I arrived at the park a few nights back I could not help but notice that I felt alone, desolate, in the parking lot at Pima Canyon. I dont believe I had ever heard it that silent or felt the park that motionless. As I walked towards the trailhead I realized that with the fading sun I would have to be up and down by 5:45pm by my assessments. I was wrong as always because the sun actually set around 5:35, but whats new? Just prior to embarking I had set a unrealistic goal of netting 9 miles before sundown but after a few simple calculations as my shoes were put into motion I realized that I would have to run non stop with no picture, water, or rest breaks just to be down the mountain by 6pm. I scrapped those ridiculous yet highly ambitious plans for another day. Moving forward, literally, the run went ok. I did have a few spells of exhaustion along the run especially at the top of the big hill up on Mormon loop and those kept me in check and reminded me that I had been sick for the past week and had little energy as a result of this. But I made it through the loop in a decent time though I stopped probably a dozen times for snapshots and rest stops but it was worth it because the dusk lay silent and provided a perfect frame to my snaps from atop the mountain. A canary sunset watched me as I approached the parking lot and with a quick glance back I was able to catch it and film it before it fell behind the mountain, the city. Pics provided. Lovely day. Night.
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 52:31
Finish Time: 10:34am
Monthly Total: 5.6Miles
Yearly Total: 801.90Miles
Yearly Duration: 133.80Hours
As I arrived at the park a few nights back I could not help but notice that I felt alone, desolate, in the parking lot at Pima Canyon. I dont believe I had ever heard it that silent or felt the park that motionless. As I walked towards the trailhead I realized that with the fading sun I would have to be up and down by 5:45pm by my assessments. I was wrong as always because the sun actually set around 5:35, but whats new? Just prior to embarking I had set a unrealistic goal of netting 9 miles before sundown but after a few simple calculations as my shoes were put into motion I realized that I would have to run non stop with no picture, water, or rest breaks just to be down the mountain by 6pm. I scrapped those ridiculous yet highly ambitious plans for another day. Moving forward, literally, the run went ok. I did have a few spells of exhaustion along the run especially at the top of the big hill up on Mormon loop and those kept me in check and reminded me that I had been sick for the past week and had little energy as a result of this. But I made it through the loop in a decent time though I stopped probably a dozen times for snapshots and rest stops but it was worth it because the dusk lay silent and provided a perfect frame to my snaps from atop the mountain. A canary sunset watched me as I approached the parking lot and with a quick glance back I was able to catch it and film it before it fell behind the mountain, the city. Pics provided. Lovely day. Night.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.6Miles
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 55:40
Finish Time: 9:49Am
Monthly Total: 57.6Miles
Yearly Total: 796.30Miles
Yearly Duration: 132.80Hours
Location: South Mountain Park
Duration: 55:40
Finish Time: 9:49Am
Monthly Total: 57.6Miles
Yearly Total: 796.30Miles
Yearly Duration: 132.80Hours
Sunday, November 28, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:1.0Miles
Location: Mesa Neighborhood
Duration: 9:20pm
Finish Time: 8:45pm
Monthly Total: 52.0Miles
Yearly Total: 789.70Miles
Yearly Duration: 131.80Hours
Out for an easy jaunt around the complex in the mid 50 degree November weather. My babydoll decided to accompany me throughout and it was a delight for someone else to join in on the suffering for once. She actually wanted to run longer but she had snot running down her chin so I called it off after a easy mile and sat around the fireplace for some hot cocoa.......kidding. Got some pics to post.
Location: Mesa Neighborhood
Duration: 9:20pm
Finish Time: 8:45pm
Monthly Total: 52.0Miles
Yearly Total: 789.70Miles
Yearly Duration: 131.80Hours
Out for an easy jaunt around the complex in the mid 50 degree November weather. My babydoll decided to accompany me throughout and it was a delight for someone else to join in on the suffering for once. She actually wanted to run longer but she had snot running down her chin so I called it off after a easy mile and sat around the fireplace for some hot cocoa.......kidding. Got some pics to post.
Friday, November 26, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.6Miles
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 54:00
Finish Time: 10:27am
Monthly Total: 51.0Miles
Yearly Total: 788.70Miles
Yearly Duration: 131.60Hours
Got out mid-morning for my loop out at South Mountain. I thought it would be a little cooler in the morning but it turned out to be a great day for running. The mountain was packed with patrons which caused a little headache in some portions but for the most part the run went ok. I felt a little tired in the legs, probably from a leg workout in the gym not long before, but was able to push through with little fatigue and simply just tried to stay at a reasonable pace. I did however nearly sprain my ankle on two different occasions. This is something I really need to pay attention to going forward because it only takes one time and that is it. I feel like I am in better cardio shape than I was earlier in the summer so from that aspect I am encouraged to continue to hit the mountain when I can. I will post pics in a jiffy, hold tight.
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 54:00
Finish Time: 10:27am
Monthly Total: 51.0Miles
Yearly Total: 788.70Miles
Yearly Duration: 131.60Hours
Got out mid-morning for my loop out at South Mountain. I thought it would be a little cooler in the morning but it turned out to be a great day for running. The mountain was packed with patrons which caused a little headache in some portions but for the most part the run went ok. I felt a little tired in the legs, probably from a leg workout in the gym not long before, but was able to push through with little fatigue and simply just tried to stay at a reasonable pace. I did however nearly sprain my ankle on two different occasions. This is something I really need to pay attention to going forward because it only takes one time and that is it. I feel like I am in better cardio shape than I was earlier in the summer so from that aspect I am encouraged to continue to hit the mountain when I can. I will post pics in a jiffy, hold tight.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.7Miles
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 53:34
Finish Time: 3:46pm
Monthly Total: 45.4Miles
Yearly Total: 783.10Miles
Yearly Duration: 130.70Hours
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 53:34
Finish Time: 3:46pm
Monthly Total: 45.4Miles
Yearly Total: 783.10Miles
Yearly Duration: 130.70Hours
Monday, November 22, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.6Miles
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 53:41
Finish Time: 5:37pm
Monthly Total: 39.7Miles
Yearly Total: 777.40Miles
Yearly Duration: 129.70Hours
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 53:41
Finish Time: 5:37pm
Monthly Total: 39.7Miles
Yearly Total: 777.40Miles
Yearly Duration: 129.70Hours
Friday, November 19, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.0Miles
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 36:27
Finish Time: 5:57pm
Monthly Total: 34.1Miles
Yearly Total: 771.80Miles
Yearly Duration: 128.80Hours
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 36:27
Finish Time: 5:57pm
Monthly Total: 34.1Miles
Yearly Total: 771.80Miles
Yearly Duration: 128.80Hours
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:5.70Miles
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 1:06
Finish Time: 5:44pm
Monthly Total: 30.1Miles
Yearly Total: 767.80Miles
Yearly Duration: 128.20 Hours
Ran for 5 and a half at South Mountain on the Mormon/Mormon Loop/National Trails at dusk and I have to say it was beautiful. The weather permitted short sleeve running and the lights flickering in the distance gave me the yearning to want to catch its glimpses from all sides so I jaunted up and down the canyons and basically did one big loop. I heard a pack of coyotes not far off the trail fighting over something atop the Mormon Loop trail. My ankles and quads, etc all held up and the run was finished right at sunset so I avoided the darkness falling on my exploits. I have to marvel at the weather this time of year in Arizona, its stunning. I really want to get out there more but the time constraints with marriage prep, etc has really put a hold on my running. I love this time of year. I promise to post pics soon. P.S. My MT101's are suiting me very well so far, thanks Anton.
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 1:06
Finish Time: 5:44pm
Monthly Total: 30.1Miles
Yearly Total: 767.80Miles
Yearly Duration: 128.20 Hours
Ran for 5 and a half at South Mountain on the Mormon/Mormon Loop/National Trails at dusk and I have to say it was beautiful. The weather permitted short sleeve running and the lights flickering in the distance gave me the yearning to want to catch its glimpses from all sides so I jaunted up and down the canyons and basically did one big loop. I heard a pack of coyotes not far off the trail fighting over something atop the Mormon Loop trail. My ankles and quads, etc all held up and the run was finished right at sunset so I avoided the darkness falling on my exploits. I have to marvel at the weather this time of year in Arizona, its stunning. I really want to get out there more but the time constraints with marriage prep, etc has really put a hold on my running. I love this time of year. I promise to post pics soon. P.S. My MT101's are suiting me very well so far, thanks Anton.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.0Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 18:34
Finish Time: 5:43pm
Monthly Total: 24.4Miles
Yearly Total: 762.13Miles
Yearly Duration: 127.10 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 18:34
Finish Time: 5:43pm
Monthly Total: 24.4Miles
Yearly Total: 762.13Miles
Yearly Duration: 127.10 Hours
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.2Miles
Location: Streets
Duration: 38:05
Finish Time: 9:07pm
Monthly Total: 22.4Miles
Yearly Total: 760.13Miles
Yearly Duration: 126.80 Hours
Location: Streets
Duration: 38:05
Finish Time: 9:07pm
Monthly Total: 22.4Miles
Yearly Total: 760.13Miles
Yearly Duration: 126.80 Hours
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:3.8Miles
Location: Streets
Duration: 28:00
Finish Time: 9:08pm
Monthly Total: 18.2Miles
Yearly Total: 756.1Miles
Yearly Duration: 126.25 Hours
Location: Streets
Duration: 28:00
Finish Time: 9:08pm
Monthly Total: 18.2Miles
Yearly Total: 756.1Miles
Yearly Duration: 126.25 Hours
Friday, November 5, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 6.3Miles
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 1:16
Finish Time: 9:02pm
Monthly Total: 14.4Miles
Yearly Total: 752.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 125.75 Hours
Location: South Mountain
Duration: 1:16
Finish Time: 9:02pm
Monthly Total: 14.4Miles
Yearly Total: 752.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 125.75 Hours
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 4.1Miles
Location: Mesa/Gilbert Neighborhoods, Canals
Duration: 36:00
Finish Time: 9:02pm
Monthly Total: 8.1Miles
Yearly Total: 745.9Miles
Yearly Duration: 124.50 Hours
Location: Mesa/Gilbert Neighborhoods, Canals
Duration: 36:00
Finish Time: 9:02pm
Monthly Total: 8.1Miles
Yearly Total: 745.9Miles
Yearly Duration: 124.50 Hours
Monday, November 1, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 4.0Miles
Location: Mesa/Gilbert Neighborhoods, Canals
Duration: 31:35
Finish Time: 6:03pm
Monthly Total: 4.1Miles
Yearly Total: 741.9Miles
Yearly Duration: 123.90 Hours
Location: Mesa/Gilbert Neighborhoods, Canals
Duration: 31:35
Finish Time: 6:03pm
Monthly Total: 4.1Miles
Yearly Total: 741.9Miles
Yearly Duration: 123.90 Hours
2010 Running Log
Distance: 6.0Miles
Location: Mesa/Gilbert Neighborhoods, Canals
Duration: 53:49
Finish Time: 2:03pm
Monthly Total: 69.1Miles
Yearly Total: 737.8Miles
Yearly Duration: 123.40 Hours
Location: Mesa/Gilbert Neighborhoods, Canals
Duration: 53:49
Finish Time: 2:03pm
Monthly Total: 69.1Miles
Yearly Total: 737.8Miles
Yearly Duration: 123.40 Hours
Friday, October 29, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 10.2Miles
Location: Mesa Neighborhoods/Football Field
Duration: 1:30.00
Finish Time: 6:03pm
Monthly Total: 63.1Miles
Yearly Total: 731.8Miles
Yearly Duration: 122.50 Hours
Location: Mesa Neighborhoods/Football Field
Duration: 1:30.00
Finish Time: 6:03pm
Monthly Total: 63.1Miles
Yearly Total: 731.8Miles
Yearly Duration: 122.50 Hours
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 3.0Miles
Location: Mesa Neighborhoods
Duration: 27:15
Finish Time: 6:43pm
Monthly Total: 52.9Miles
Yearly Total: 721.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 121.00 Hours
Location: Mesa Neighborhoods
Duration: 27:15
Finish Time: 6:43pm
Monthly Total: 52.9Miles
Yearly Total: 721.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 121.00 Hours
Monday, October 25, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 6.0Miles
Location: Mesa Neighborhoods
Duration: 59:27
Finish Time: 9pm
Monthly Total: 49.9Miles
Yearly Total: 718.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 120.50 Hours
My first run in almost a week. I have been super busy the last week and have not had a free hour or two to get out and run. I know, no excuses but I seriously have been swamped. I did get a new pair of trail shoes since the Pegasus' I had were pretty much torn to shreds in my 20 mile hike through Aravaipa Canyon. I got a pair of the New Balance MT101's, a minimal trail racer. So far I like them in the few miles I have managed to put in on the football field nearby. I will get to the mountain sometime this week and put some real miles on them. I did a fairly excruciating hike this weekend that left me drained but I think I should be able to heal up and return pretty quickly. Lets see what happens.
Location: Mesa Neighborhoods
Duration: 59:27
Finish Time: 9pm
Monthly Total: 49.9Miles
Yearly Total: 718.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 120.50 Hours
My first run in almost a week. I have been super busy the last week and have not had a free hour or two to get out and run. I know, no excuses but I seriously have been swamped. I did get a new pair of trail shoes since the Pegasus' I had were pretty much torn to shreds in my 20 mile hike through Aravaipa Canyon. I got a pair of the New Balance MT101's, a minimal trail racer. So far I like them in the few miles I have managed to put in on the football field nearby. I will get to the mountain sometime this week and put some real miles on them. I did a fairly excruciating hike this weekend that left me drained but I think I should be able to heal up and return pretty quickly. Lets see what happens.
Monday, October 18, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 4.0Miles
Location: Rhodes Junior High Football Field
Duration: 32:25
Finish Time: 6:51pm
Monthly Total: 43.9Miles
Yearly Total: 712.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 119.50 Hours
Location: Rhodes Junior High Football Field
Duration: 32:25
Finish Time: 6:51pm
Monthly Total: 43.9Miles
Yearly Total: 712.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 119.50 Hours
Sunday, October 17, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 9.0Miles
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 1:19.00
Finish Time: 3:11pm
Monthly Total: 39.9Miles
Yearly Total: 708.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 119.00 Hours
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 1:19.00
Finish Time: 3:11pm
Monthly Total: 39.9Miles
Yearly Total: 708.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 119.00 Hours
Saturday, October 16, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 3.0Miles
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 27:00
Finish Time: 4:01pm
Monthly Total: 30.9Miles
Yearly Total: 699.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 117.70 Hours
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 27:00
Finish Time: 4:01pm
Monthly Total: 30.9Miles
Yearly Total: 699.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 117.70 Hours
Thursday, October 14, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 4.2Miles
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 33:35
Finish Time: 5:18pm
Monthly Total: 27.9Miles
Yearly Total: 696.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 117.20 Hours
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 33:35
Finish Time: 5:18pm
Monthly Total: 27.9Miles
Yearly Total: 696.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 117.20 Hours
Sunday, October 10, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 4.1Miles
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 36:46
Finish Time: 11:09 am
Monthly Total: 23.7Miles
Yearly Total: 692.4Miles
Yearly Duration: 116.70 Hours
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 36:46
Finish Time: 11:09 am
Monthly Total: 23.7Miles
Yearly Total: 692.4Miles
Yearly Duration: 116.70 Hours
Saturday, October 9, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 7.0Miles
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 1:02.19
Finish Time: 8:01 pm
Monthly Total: 19.6Miles
Yearly Total: 688.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 116.10 Hours
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 1:02.19
Finish Time: 8:01 pm
Monthly Total: 19.6Miles
Yearly Total: 688.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 116.10 Hours
Sunday, October 3, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 12.6Miles
Location: Xterra 20k Trail Run, Estrella Mountain
Duration: 2:22.09
Finish Time: 9:23 am
Monthly Total: 12.6Miles
Yearly Total: 681.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 115.10 Hours
Looking back on sundays run, the XTerra 20k Trail Run at Estrella Mountain Park, I come away with many observations as well as many questions. I showed up at the park with relatively high expectations of a good run, yet those feelings quickly changed shortly into the race which was held high up in the shadows of Phoenix International Raceway. I found myself staying right at my predetermined race pace(9:45) up through the first 5 miles of the race but quickly realized that my energy levels, especially on the hills, were extremely lower than normal. Sleep deprivation, lack of caloric consumption, and an underdeveloped training schedule leading up to the race could have figured into the reasons for this but I found that it almost seemed like I just didnt have the will to compete, I had lost the desire on this cool, fall morning in the Avondale desert. It continued through the remaining mileage complete with an almost shutdown of my lower extremeties around mile 11.5 when both quads and calves cramped up violently with less than a mile to the finish. After finishing the race in an ungodly time I realized that I was only to blame for the mindset I had put myself into. The culmination of poor diet and poor training reflected now in my desire to continue in something that in the recent future I had held so highly, meaning running in general. Looking back now I realize that I had fallen far from the mountain top of fitness that I could humbly declare earlier in the year. I now have the desire to climb up once again and enjoy the forbidden fruits that tasted so sweet in late winter.
Location: Xterra 20k Trail Run, Estrella Mountain
Duration: 2:22.09
Finish Time: 9:23 am
Monthly Total: 12.6Miles
Yearly Total: 681.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 115.10 Hours
Looking back on sundays run, the XTerra 20k Trail Run at Estrella Mountain Park, I come away with many observations as well as many questions. I showed up at the park with relatively high expectations of a good run, yet those feelings quickly changed shortly into the race which was held high up in the shadows of Phoenix International Raceway. I found myself staying right at my predetermined race pace(9:45) up through the first 5 miles of the race but quickly realized that my energy levels, especially on the hills, were extremely lower than normal. Sleep deprivation, lack of caloric consumption, and an underdeveloped training schedule leading up to the race could have figured into the reasons for this but I found that it almost seemed like I just didnt have the will to compete, I had lost the desire on this cool, fall morning in the Avondale desert. It continued through the remaining mileage complete with an almost shutdown of my lower extremeties around mile 11.5 when both quads and calves cramped up violently with less than a mile to the finish. After finishing the race in an ungodly time I realized that I was only to blame for the mindset I had put myself into. The culmination of poor diet and poor training reflected now in my desire to continue in something that in the recent future I had held so highly, meaning running in general. Looking back now I realize that I had fallen far from the mountain top of fitness that I could humbly declare earlier in the year. I now have the desire to climb up once again and enjoy the forbidden fruits that tasted so sweet in late winter.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 2.0 Miles
Location: Treadmill/6.5 incline
Duration: 19:05
Finish Time: 6:50 pm
Monthly Total: 63.6Miles
Yearly Total: 668.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 112.80 Hours
Final jaunt before the race I am planning on partaking in in the Estrella Mountain expanse on sunday. It will be a 20k race that will have its fair share of uphill and downhill miles. Should be a great time.
Location: Treadmill/6.5 incline
Duration: 19:05
Finish Time: 6:50 pm
Monthly Total: 63.6Miles
Yearly Total: 668.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 112.80 Hours
Final jaunt before the race I am planning on partaking in in the Estrella Mountain expanse on sunday. It will be a 20k race that will have its fair share of uphill and downhill miles. Should be a great time.
Monday, September 27, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 3.0 Miles
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 29:21
Finish Time: 5:49 pm
Monthly Total: 61.6Miles
Yearly Total: 666.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 112.50 Hours
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 29:21
Finish Time: 5:49 pm
Monthly Total: 61.6Miles
Yearly Total: 666.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 112.50 Hours
Sunday, September 26, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 6.0 Miles
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 56:21
Finish Time: 7:46 pm
Monthly Total: 58.6Miles
Yearly Total: 663.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 112.00 Hours
Location: Mesa Canal System
Duration: 56:21
Finish Time: 7:46 pm
Monthly Total: 58.6Miles
Yearly Total: 663.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 112.00 Hours
Friday, September 24, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 3.0 Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 27:33
Finish Time: 5:19 pm
Monthly Total: 52.6Miles
Yearly Total: 657.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 111.00 Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 27:33
Finish Time: 5:19 pm
Monthly Total: 52.6Miles
Yearly Total: 657.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 111.00 Hours
Thursday, September 23, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 3.1 Miles
Location: Mesa neighborhoods
Duration: 26:10
Finish Time: 7:18 pm
Monthly Total: 49.6Miles
Yearly Total: 654.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 110.50 Hours
Location: Mesa neighborhoods
Duration: 26:10
Finish Time: 7:18 pm
Monthly Total: 49.6Miles
Yearly Total: 654.7Miles
Yearly Duration: 110.50 Hours
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 3.0 Miles
Location: Gym/treadmill
Duration: 26:33
Finish Time: 6:18 pm
Monthly Total: 46.5Miles
Yearly Total: 651.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 110.00 Hours
Location: Gym/treadmill
Duration: 26:33
Finish Time: 6:18 pm
Monthly Total: 46.5Miles
Yearly Total: 651.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 110.00 Hours
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance: 8.0 Miles
Location: Western Canal/Tempe
Duration: 1:06.41
Finish Time: 6:31 pm
Monthly Total: 43.5Miles
Yearly Total: 648.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 109.60 Hours
Location: Western Canal/Tempe
Duration: 1:06.41
Finish Time: 6:31 pm
Monthly Total: 43.5Miles
Yearly Total: 648.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 109.60 Hours
Sunday, September 19, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.0Miles
Location:South Mountain/Mormon, Mormon Loop Trails
Duration: 41:07
Finish Time: 5:57pm
Monthly Total: 35.5Miles
Yearly Total: 640.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 108.50 Hours
I foolheartedly decided to go for a run along the trails at South Mountain in the sweltering heat once more, and once more I was beating and thrown to the javelinas in the process. I felt that I could get a decent run in since I had not run in over 3 days and what seemed like such a great possibility quickly dissolved in the 109 degree heat. I got in four miles of mostly uphill running. It was the first time I had used my new GPS ForeRunner watch so I was definitely psyched but in the end I found myself succumbing to the heat once more and cutting my run short. I really wanted to have a somewhat successful run since if I plan on running in that 13 mile race on October 3rd then I needed to have a good showing on this particular run, which I didnt. We will see if it cools in the next few days and then I will give it another shot.
Location:South Mountain/Mormon, Mormon Loop Trails
Duration: 41:07
Finish Time: 5:57pm
Monthly Total: 35.5Miles
Yearly Total: 640.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 108.50 Hours
I foolheartedly decided to go for a run along the trails at South Mountain in the sweltering heat once more, and once more I was beating and thrown to the javelinas in the process. I felt that I could get a decent run in since I had not run in over 3 days and what seemed like such a great possibility quickly dissolved in the 109 degree heat. I got in four miles of mostly uphill running. It was the first time I had used my new GPS ForeRunner watch so I was definitely psyched but in the end I found myself succumbing to the heat once more and cutting my run short. I really wanted to have a somewhat successful run since if I plan on running in that 13 mile race on October 3rd then I needed to have a good showing on this particular run, which I didnt. We will see if it cools in the next few days and then I will give it another shot.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:3.0Miles
Location:Gym/treadmill
Duration: 26:57
Finish Time: 8:31pm
Monthly Total: 31.5Miles
Yearly Total: 636.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 107.80 Hours
Location:Gym/treadmill
Duration: 26:57
Finish Time: 8:31pm
Monthly Total: 31.5Miles
Yearly Total: 636.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 107.80 Hours
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:8.0Miles
Location:Gym/treadmill
Duration: 1:08
Finish Time: 7:57pm
Monthly Total: 28.5Miles
Yearly Total: 633.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 107.30 Hours
Struggling still from the sleeplessness but I seem to be getting better by the day. Still way too far off to take away anything positive.
Location:Gym/treadmill
Duration: 1:08
Finish Time: 7:57pm
Monthly Total: 28.5Miles
Yearly Total: 633.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 107.30 Hours
Struggling still from the sleeplessness but I seem to be getting better by the day. Still way too far off to take away anything positive.
Friday, September 10, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:3.0Miles
Location:Flagstaff, Az/San Francisco Peaks Trails
Duration: 29:11
Finish Time: 9:43am
Monthly Total: 20.5Miles
Yearly Total: 625.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 106.20 Hours
I am blessed to have the ability to venture north and enjoy with the health I have afforded my body the pleasures of places such as Flagstaff and the outdoor activities it offers. I sometimes sit back and find myself feeling almost unworthy of being in an environment that still remains so raw, beautiful.
After a perfect early morning drive up, cutting through the deserted landscape of central Arizona and into Flagstaff, my brother Sean and I enjoyed the scenery and community that is bustling amongst the streets up there. I knew that it would not be easy to acclimate to the 8000' altitude, especially running in it. So, disregarding that fact I found myself halfway up Mount Elbert which lies in the shadows of towering Humphrey's Peak.
I started my run at about 9500' along a singletrack trail that whirled through thick aspen stands. The air tore at the linings of my lungs leaving me heaving and panting with every second up the ascent. After summiting a particular trailhead I headed back down and veered down another trail to the north. It was a steep, cushioned trail that led to an open field that sported a small meadow nestled in the gut of it. A doe and her children pranced across the open plain to the east and the sun danced off my shoulders. I am not worthy of this I was convinced. It was surreal. 3 miles was enough to drop me to my back, heaving in a wildflower patch so I felt that was adequate. Glorious place.
Location:Flagstaff, Az/San Francisco Peaks Trails
Duration: 29:11
Finish Time: 9:43am
Monthly Total: 20.5Miles
Yearly Total: 625.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 106.20 Hours
I am blessed to have the ability to venture north and enjoy with the health I have afforded my body the pleasures of places such as Flagstaff and the outdoor activities it offers. I sometimes sit back and find myself feeling almost unworthy of being in an environment that still remains so raw, beautiful.
After a perfect early morning drive up, cutting through the deserted landscape of central Arizona and into Flagstaff, my brother Sean and I enjoyed the scenery and community that is bustling amongst the streets up there. I knew that it would not be easy to acclimate to the 8000' altitude, especially running in it. So, disregarding that fact I found myself halfway up Mount Elbert which lies in the shadows of towering Humphrey's Peak.
I started my run at about 9500' along a singletrack trail that whirled through thick aspen stands. The air tore at the linings of my lungs leaving me heaving and panting with every second up the ascent. After summiting a particular trailhead I headed back down and veered down another trail to the north. It was a steep, cushioned trail that led to an open field that sported a small meadow nestled in the gut of it. A doe and her children pranced across the open plain to the east and the sun danced off my shoulders. I am not worthy of this I was convinced. It was surreal. 3 miles was enough to drop me to my back, heaving in a wildflower patch so I felt that was adequate. Glorious place.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.0Miles
Location:Gym
Duration: 16:00
Finish Time: 9:21pm
Monthly Total: 17.5Miles
Yearly Total: 622.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 105.70 Hours
Location:Gym
Duration: 16:00
Finish Time: 9:21pm
Monthly Total: 17.5Miles
Yearly Total: 622.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 105.70 Hours
Monday, September 6, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.0Miles
Location:Gym
Duration: 17:54
Finish Time: 3:08pm
Monthly Total: 15.5Miles
Yearly Total: 620.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 105.50 Hours
Location:Gym
Duration: 17:54
Finish Time: 3:08pm
Monthly Total: 15.5Miles
Yearly Total: 620.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 105.50 Hours
Sunday, September 5, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.0Miles
Location:South Mountain/National Trail 108 degrees
Duration: 38:45
Finish Time: 2:18pm
Monthly Total: 13.5Miles
Yearly Total: 618.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 105.20 Hours
Decided to run a couple miles at the mountain and that was not the greatest idea but the urge pushed me out the door. It was extremely hot and though I hydrated it still caught up to me. I wanted to get some uphill running in so I took a mostly uphill 2 mile out and 2 mile back trail that left me dead by the end. I am somewhat encouraged though by the conditioning considering the lack of sleep.
Location:South Mountain/National Trail 108 degrees
Duration: 38:45
Finish Time: 2:18pm
Monthly Total: 13.5Miles
Yearly Total: 618.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 105.20 Hours
Decided to run a couple miles at the mountain and that was not the greatest idea but the urge pushed me out the door. It was extremely hot and though I hydrated it still caught up to me. I wanted to get some uphill running in so I took a mostly uphill 2 mile out and 2 mile back trail that left me dead by the end. I am somewhat encouraged though by the conditioning considering the lack of sleep.
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.3Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 17:30
Finish Time: 3:21pm
Monthly Total: 9.5Miles
Yearly Total: 614.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 104.60 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 17:30
Finish Time: 3:21pm
Monthly Total: 9.5Miles
Yearly Total: 614.6Miles
Yearly Duration: 104.60 Hours
Saturday, September 4, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.4Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:08
Finish Time: 6:31pm
Monthly Total: 7.2Miles
Yearly Total: 612.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 104.30 Hours
Still feeling the effects of the lack of sleep. I can only hope that this is cleared up soon so that I can stay on pace for the rest of this month and the remaining year. I hopefully will be in good shape when I head up to Flagstaff and Prescott for the coming week.
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:08
Finish Time: 6:31pm
Monthly Total: 7.2Miles
Yearly Total: 612.3Miles
Yearly Duration: 104.30 Hours
Still feeling the effects of the lack of sleep. I can only hope that this is cleared up soon so that I can stay on pace for the rest of this month and the remaining year. I hopefully will be in good shape when I head up to Flagstaff and Prescott for the coming week.
Friday, September 3, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.4Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:02
Finish Time: 6:32pm
Monthly Total: 4.8Miles
Yearly Total: 609.9 Miles
Yearly Duration: 104.00 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:02
Finish Time: 6:32pm
Monthly Total: 4.8Miles
Yearly Total: 609.9 Miles
Yearly Duration: 104.00 Hours
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.4Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 18:01
Finish Time: 6:47pm
Monthly Total: 2.4Miles
Yearly Total: 607.5 Miles
Yearly Duration: 103.70 Hours
Decided to go out fast in the first mile, 6:25, and thought about trying for my 5k record but the lack of sleep caught up quickly and I settled for a sub 7 minute 2.4 mile run.
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 18:01
Finish Time: 6:47pm
Monthly Total: 2.4Miles
Yearly Total: 607.5 Miles
Yearly Duration: 103.70 Hours
Decided to go out fast in the first mile, 6:25, and thought about trying for my 5k record but the lack of sleep caught up quickly and I settled for a sub 7 minute 2.4 mile run.
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:03
Finish Time: 6:22pm
Monthly Total: 78.8 Miles
Yearly Total: 605.1 Miles
Yearly Duration: 103.40 Hours
This past month was up and down. I started to finally feel healthy on a more constant basis to begin the month and then as the month ended I came down with a severe(which is still with me)case of sleeplessness which doctors so far are unable to diagnose. I have slept an average of about 2 hours per night over the last nearly 2 weeks. This has severely dampened my energy levels, the rest is history. I am hoping to get past this and look forward to upping the mileage and the time over the next month. Wait and see right?
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:03
Finish Time: 6:22pm
Monthly Total: 78.8 Miles
Yearly Total: 605.1 Miles
Yearly Duration: 103.40 Hours
This past month was up and down. I started to finally feel healthy on a more constant basis to begin the month and then as the month ended I came down with a severe(which is still with me)case of sleeplessness which doctors so far are unable to diagnose. I have slept an average of about 2 hours per night over the last nearly 2 weeks. This has severely dampened my energy levels, the rest is history. I am hoping to get past this and look forward to upping the mileage and the time over the next month. Wait and see right?
Sunday, August 29, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:47
Finish Time: 6:21pm
Monthly Total: 76.6 Miles
Yearly Total: 602.9 Miles
Yearly Duration: 103.10 Hours
Hit 10.0 incline on the treadmill at the gym. Trying to hit the hills really hard to get my legs used to big climbing. I was pretty impressed with the fact that I could run a little over 9 minute mile at such a high incline. Hopefully I can stay healthy enough to continue.
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:47
Finish Time: 6:21pm
Monthly Total: 76.6 Miles
Yearly Total: 602.9 Miles
Yearly Duration: 103.10 Hours
Hit 10.0 incline on the treadmill at the gym. Trying to hit the hills really hard to get my legs used to big climbing. I was pretty impressed with the fact that I could run a little over 9 minute mile at such a high incline. Hopefully I can stay healthy enough to continue.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:6.4 Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 60:00
Finish Time: 8:59pm
Monthly Total: 74.4 Miles
Yearly Total: 600.7 Miles
Yearly Duration: 102.80 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 60:00
Finish Time: 8:59pm
Monthly Total: 74.4 Miles
Yearly Total: 600.7 Miles
Yearly Duration: 102.80 Hours
Thursday, August 26, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:03
Finish Time: 7:14pm
Monthly Total: 68.0 Miles
Yearly Total: 594.3 Miles
Yearly Duration: 101.80 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 20:03
Finish Time: 7:14pm
Monthly Total: 68.0 Miles
Yearly Total: 594.3 Miles
Yearly Duration: 101.80 Hours
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:6.2 Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 48:46
Finish Time: 7:13pm
Monthly Total: 65.8 Miles
Yearly Total: 592.1 Miles
Yearly Duration: 101.50 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 48:46
Finish Time: 7:13pm
Monthly Total: 65.8 Miles
Yearly Total: 592.1 Miles
Yearly Duration: 101.50 Hours
Sunday, August 22, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:6.0 Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 52:24
Finish Time: 3:19pm
Monthly Total: 59.6 Miles
Yearly Total: 585.90 Miles
Yearly Duration: 100.70 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 52:24
Finish Time: 3:19pm
Monthly Total: 59.6 Miles
Yearly Total: 585.90 Miles
Yearly Duration: 100.70 Hours
Saturday, August 21, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 19:33
Finish Time: 1:34pm
Monthly Total: 53.6 Miles
Yearly Total: 579.90 Miles
Yearly Duration: 99.80 Hours
Location: Treadmill
Duration: 19:33
Finish Time: 1:34pm
Monthly Total: 53.6 Miles
Yearly Total: 579.90 Miles
Yearly Duration: 99.80 Hours
Friday, August 20, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.3 Miles
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 18:28
Finish Time: 7:01pm
Monthly Total: 51.4 Miles
Yearly Total: 577.70 Miles
Yearly Duration: 99.40 Hours
Jaunt around the concrete path encircling the townhomes. It was hot as hell but I got through in sub eight minute miles.
Location: Neighborhood
Duration: 18:28
Finish Time: 7:01pm
Monthly Total: 51.4 Miles
Yearly Total: 577.70 Miles
Yearly Duration: 99.40 Hours
Jaunt around the concrete path encircling the townhomes. It was hot as hell but I got through in sub eight minute miles.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 19:28
Finish Time: 5:26pm
Monthly Total: 49.1 Miles
Yearly Total: 575.40 Miles
Yearly Duration: 99.10 Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 19:28
Finish Time: 5:26pm
Monthly Total: 49.1 Miles
Yearly Total: 575.40 Miles
Yearly Duration: 99.10 Hours
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 19:46
Finish Time: 8:41pm
Monthly Total: 46.9 Miles
Yearly Total: 573.20 Miles
Yearly Duration: 98.80 Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 19:46
Finish Time: 8:41pm
Monthly Total: 46.9 Miles
Yearly Total: 573.20 Miles
Yearly Duration: 98.80 Hours
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 17:56
Finish Time: 7:18pm
Monthly Total: 44.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 571.00 Miles
Yearly Duration: 98.50 Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 17:56
Finish Time: 7:18pm
Monthly Total: 44.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 571.00 Miles
Yearly Duration: 98.50 Hours
Monday, August 16, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym
Duration: 16:59
Finish Time: 8:01pm
Monthly Total: 42.5 Miles
Yearly Total: 568.80 Miles
Yearly Duration: 98.20 Hours
Location: Gym
Duration: 16:59
Finish Time: 8:01pm
Monthly Total: 42.5 Miles
Yearly Total: 568.80 Miles
Yearly Duration: 98.20 Hours
Sunday, August 15, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Duration: 19:48
Finish Time: 8:54am
Monthly Total: 40.3 Miles
Yearly Total: 566.60 Miles
Yearly Duration: 97.90 Hours
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Duration: 19:48
Finish Time: 8:54am
Monthly Total: 40.3 Miles
Yearly Total: 566.60 Miles
Yearly Duration: 97.90 Hours
Saturday, August 14, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:7.2 Miles
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Duration: 1:13:18
Finish Time: 9:56am
Monthly Total: 38.1 Miles
Yearly Total: 564.40 Miles
Yearly Duration: 97.50 Hours
Today was a train wreck out on the dirt of South Mountain. I knew I would probably be a little tired from little sleep and also the fact that I had run 4.4 miles at 7:50 pace late the night before but little could of prepared me for how drained I became on my run back from the water towers at the park. I started with the intention of running 11 miles, what a joke that was, and ended up scratching and clawing my way to only 7.2, to the water tower and back, but it wasnt just that it was cut short I mean I was physically spent which just shows that I need to get into better shape both physically and mentally as well as bring my nutrition levels up immensely. I cant keep putting myself into positions that I know I can prevent. I know that it has been a long week this week but it is still no excuse for me not eating right, hydrating right and getting enough rest. I need to get my shit together, period.
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Duration: 1:13:18
Finish Time: 9:56am
Monthly Total: 38.1 Miles
Yearly Total: 564.40 Miles
Yearly Duration: 97.50 Hours
Today was a train wreck out on the dirt of South Mountain. I knew I would probably be a little tired from little sleep and also the fact that I had run 4.4 miles at 7:50 pace late the night before but little could of prepared me for how drained I became on my run back from the water towers at the park. I started with the intention of running 11 miles, what a joke that was, and ended up scratching and clawing my way to only 7.2, to the water tower and back, but it wasnt just that it was cut short I mean I was physically spent which just shows that I need to get into better shape both physically and mentally as well as bring my nutrition levels up immensely. I cant keep putting myself into positions that I know I can prevent. I know that it has been a long week this week but it is still no excuse for me not eating right, hydrating right and getting enough rest. I need to get my shit together, period.
Friday, August 13, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.4 Miles
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 34:33
Finish Time: 7:59pm
Monthly Total: 31.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 558.00 Miles
Yearly Duration: 96.30 Hours
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 34:33
Finish Time: 7:59pm
Monthly Total: 31.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 558.00 Miles
Yearly Duration: 96.30 Hours
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 19:50
Finish Time: 8:56pm
Monthly Total: 27.3 Miles
Yearly Total: 553.60 Miles
Yearly Duration: 95.80 Hours
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 19:50
Finish Time: 8:56pm
Monthly Total: 27.3 Miles
Yearly Total: 553.60 Miles
Yearly Duration: 95.80 Hours
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 16:03
Finish Time: 12:50pm
Monthly Total: 25.1 Miles
Yearly Total: 551.40 Miles
Yearly Duration: 95.50 Hours
Today was a somewhat surprisingly good day, running wise. I was able to PR my mile time with a 5:54 mile. I know, not very impressive considering right? I was mainly surprised because of how much I beat my prior PR(6:10) by and by the fact that I have been in a funk running wise ever since I had the hip and ankle problems these last few months. So in that aspect I was definitely caught off guard. Ill take it though. I got some insoles from RoadRunner Sports that are supposed to correct my ankle problem but as of this first run it did not correct it. I am thinking of returning them and just getting ankle supports for runners as a preventer, I think that will fix my problem. Moving on, hopefully it cools down a bit and I may run tonight also just to catch up, we'll see.
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 16:03
Finish Time: 12:50pm
Monthly Total: 25.1 Miles
Yearly Total: 551.40 Miles
Yearly Duration: 95.50 Hours
Today was a somewhat surprisingly good day, running wise. I was able to PR my mile time with a 5:54 mile. I know, not very impressive considering right? I was mainly surprised because of how much I beat my prior PR(6:10) by and by the fact that I have been in a funk running wise ever since I had the hip and ankle problems these last few months. So in that aspect I was definitely caught off guard. Ill take it though. I got some insoles from RoadRunner Sports that are supposed to correct my ankle problem but as of this first run it did not correct it. I am thinking of returning them and just getting ankle supports for runners as a preventer, I think that will fix my problem. Moving on, hopefully it cools down a bit and I may run tonight also just to catch up, we'll see.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 15:30
Finish Time: 10:32am
Monthly Total: 22.9 Miles
Yearly Total: 549.20 Miles
Yearly Duration: 95.20 Hours
Legs are really starting to feel good. If I can only get my right ankle fixed I will be perfect.
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 15:30
Finish Time: 10:32am
Monthly Total: 22.9 Miles
Yearly Total: 549.20 Miles
Yearly Duration: 95.20 Hours
Legs are really starting to feel good. If I can only get my right ankle fixed I will be perfect.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:8.0 Miles
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Duration: 1:10:04
Finish Time: 9:47am
Monthly Total: 20.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 547.50 Miles
Yearly Duration: 94.90 Hours
This morning was a perfect day for hitting the trails so I suited up and headed out to the park. It was indeed ideal for running with many mountain bikers also carving up dirt. I ran into a head wind for what seemed like the majority of the run which was not my ideal conditions but overall I had a decent run that came in six minutes faster than my time I had set as a goal. A brisk wind kept it pretty cool throughout and the terrain heading up to the water tanks on the south side of the mountain was pretty soft as I got further out. Overall a good run.
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail
Duration: 1:10:04
Finish Time: 9:47am
Monthly Total: 20.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 547.50 Miles
Yearly Duration: 94.90 Hours
This morning was a perfect day for hitting the trails so I suited up and headed out to the park. It was indeed ideal for running with many mountain bikers also carving up dirt. I ran into a head wind for what seemed like the majority of the run which was not my ideal conditions but overall I had a decent run that came in six minutes faster than my time I had set as a goal. A brisk wind kept it pretty cool throughout and the terrain heading up to the water tanks on the south side of the mountain was pretty soft as I got further out. Overall a good run.
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 16:41
Finish Time: 12:18PM
Monthly Total: 12.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 539.50 Miles
Yearly Duration: 93.80 Hours
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 16:41
Finish Time: 12:18PM
Monthly Total: 12.7 Miles
Yearly Total: 539.50 Miles
Yearly Duration: 93.80 Hours
Thursday, August 5, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:2.2 Miles
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 15:49
Finish Time: 4:52PM
Monthly Total: 10.5 Miles
Yearly Total: 537.30 Miles
Yearly Duration: 93.50 Hours
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 15:49
Finish Time: 4:52PM
Monthly Total: 10.5 Miles
Yearly Total: 537.30 Miles
Yearly Duration: 93.50 Hours
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.3 Miles
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail 112 degrees
Duration: 39:56
Finish Time: 5:35PM
Monthly Total: 8.3 Miles
Yearly Total: 535.10 Miles
Yearly Duration: 93.20 Hours
So today I made the mistake of thinking that I could run 8 miles at South Mountain with only a 20oz bottle of Gatorade. I should probably be taken to an institution right? Correct. What was I thinking considering I had not run in the heat in quite some time let alone up the jagged trails of South Mountain. So throwing in the fact that it was 112 degrees is just an afterthought. So I made it just under five miles before I realized that not only was I completely out of water but I also was extremely dehydrated and tired, and there was no shelter from the 112 heat. I decided to head back to the truck and hit up the mountain another time which was a good thing considering I could barely run more than 2 minutes at a time on the trails coming back without stopping for a breather. It was brutal, and it is just another testament to the Arizona elements which are always in play.
Location: South Mountain Park/Desert Classic Trail 112 degrees
Duration: 39:56
Finish Time: 5:35PM
Monthly Total: 8.3 Miles
Yearly Total: 535.10 Miles
Yearly Duration: 93.20 Hours
So today I made the mistake of thinking that I could run 8 miles at South Mountain with only a 20oz bottle of Gatorade. I should probably be taken to an institution right? Correct. What was I thinking considering I had not run in the heat in quite some time let alone up the jagged trails of South Mountain. So throwing in the fact that it was 112 degrees is just an afterthought. So I made it just under five miles before I realized that not only was I completely out of water but I also was extremely dehydrated and tired, and there was no shelter from the 112 heat. I decided to head back to the truck and hit up the mountain another time which was a good thing considering I could barely run more than 2 minutes at a time on the trails coming back without stopping for a breather. It was brutal, and it is just another testament to the Arizona elements which are always in play.
Monday, August 2, 2010
2010 Running Log
Distance:4.0 Miles
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 31:34
Finish Time: 6:46PM
Monthly Total: 4.0 Miles
Yearly Total: 530.80 Miles
Yearly Duration: 92.60 Hours
Location: Gym/Treadmill
Duration: 31:34
Finish Time: 6:46PM
Monthly Total: 4.0 Miles
Yearly Total: 530.80 Miles
Yearly Duration: 92.60 Hours
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