Tuesday, January 27, 2009
6:15AM (5 Miles)
Brookline Ave.
Weather: 18F
Conditions: COLD!
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
We finished an easy five-miler this morning. We didn't talk a lot today. We just did our thing. Exciting news: our easy five-miler just put us over the 200-mile mark!!! AND ... if all goes as planned, we'll log over 100 miles in January!! I never ran 100 miles in a single month last year. I've been thinking about getting a car for a little while, but who needs a car when you've got legs!!
I just bought three new pairs of Wright Socks because I started getting massive blisters on my little toe. My new Wright Socks feel SO good! I couldn't feel my blisters at all today. Wearing new socks was a real treat for my feet!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 201.0
Total Time Running: 36:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 89.5
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Watch Out for Otter-Dogs!
Sunday, January 25, 2009
7:30AM (11.5 Miles)
Wayland Run
Weather: 5F
Conditions: COLD!
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Karen picked us up at the Chestnut Hill T-stop for our group run. THANK YOU, KAREN! If it hadn't been for Karen, we might've snoozed this morning. We left the house at 6:45AM, grabbed a couple of bagels at Dunks, and hopped onto the T. Karen drove us out to Wayland for our group run this morning. The Town of Wayland did a great job plowing the route. We didn't have to worry about many cars, and it was nice to run outside the city. We were surrounded on all sides by wildlife preserves, so the scenery was beautiful. Most of the DFMC team ran ahead of us, while Kay and I led the back of the pack. I used to try to keep up with my teammates, but I find that I feel much better if I run at my own pace. It's difficult to keep up with the Dana-Farber Kenyans, but it's comforting knowing that others (no matter how fast) are out there at the same time and running for the same reasons. Together, we run.
The first water stop was located at the 3.2 mile mark. I found it amusing that it was located on Water Row. Not sure if anyone else noticed that? Kay and I pressed on towards the second water stop. I stopped to give Roy a hug at the Lincoln Sudbury HS before we braved the icy sidewalk for a couple of minutes. The street signs were really funny today! We ran past Frost Lane -- how appropriate considering Kay's water bottle froze! I seem to have the strange ability to keep my water from freezing! More to come re: my super power! We turned around just before the 6 mile mark, and headed back.
On the way back, Kay had to PEE! And I mean PEE! There was no stopping this girl. She sprinted ahead of me, and I've never seen her run so fast. She contemplated going behind a couple of trees, but decided to hold it. We arrived back at the High School, but all the doors were locked. She almost went behind a snowbank until we noticed all of the parked cars near the gym. SUCCESS! We ran down the stairs (literally) and through the school (literally). We ran straight into the bathroom because we didn't want to lose any mileage or give our muscles time to cool down. Then, we ran through the school hallways and we followed the hockey team out of the school. We actually accompanied them on their long run for a few minutes.
We wound our way back to the water stop, where we enjoyed Gatorade slush puppies and frozen peanut M&Ms. Let me tell you, those were the best M&Ms and slushes we've ever had in our entire lives! THANK YOU DFMC volunteers! I always worry about the DFMC volunteers because they have the harder job out there. The runners are able to stay warm because we're moving, but the DFMC volunteers must FREEZE! They always take good care of us, and they are never without a smile!
We only had three miles to go after the water stop. It was then that we had to watch out for otter-dogs. There were "wildlife crossing" signs posted along the route, and there was a picture of an animal on each one of them. The problem, however, was that we couldn't tell what kind of animal it was. It had the head of an otter and the legs and tail of a dog. Watch out for otter-dogs! You bet I would be running fast if an otter-dog came out of the woods. Sigh. The things that keep you preoccupied during a long run can be semi-outrageous sometimes! At least we have a good time out there and make the best of the cold weather!
After we finished our long run, we went flyer dropping on Newbury Street. I am so ready to crash for the evening and it's only 8pm. Well, goodnight readers!
P.S. I have received almost 19,000 hits on my blog!!! If I only had one dollar for every one of those hits!! I would surpass my fundraising goal! If you are reading my blog, please take the time to sponsor my run sometime this week at http://www.rundfmc.org/katyc2009. Your support is greatly appreciated as I press on towards my $10,000 fundraising goal!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 196.0
Total Time Running: 35:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 84.5
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
7:30AM (11.5 Miles)
Wayland Run
Weather: 5F
Conditions: COLD!
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Karen picked us up at the Chestnut Hill T-stop for our group run. THANK YOU, KAREN! If it hadn't been for Karen, we might've snoozed this morning. We left the house at 6:45AM, grabbed a couple of bagels at Dunks, and hopped onto the T. Karen drove us out to Wayland for our group run this morning. The Town of Wayland did a great job plowing the route. We didn't have to worry about many cars, and it was nice to run outside the city. We were surrounded on all sides by wildlife preserves, so the scenery was beautiful. Most of the DFMC team ran ahead of us, while Kay and I led the back of the pack. I used to try to keep up with my teammates, but I find that I feel much better if I run at my own pace. It's difficult to keep up with the Dana-Farber Kenyans, but it's comforting knowing that others (no matter how fast) are out there at the same time and running for the same reasons. Together, we run.
The first water stop was located at the 3.2 mile mark. I found it amusing that it was located on Water Row. Not sure if anyone else noticed that? Kay and I pressed on towards the second water stop. I stopped to give Roy a hug at the Lincoln Sudbury HS before we braved the icy sidewalk for a couple of minutes. The street signs were really funny today! We ran past Frost Lane -- how appropriate considering Kay's water bottle froze! I seem to have the strange ability to keep my water from freezing! More to come re: my super power! We turned around just before the 6 mile mark, and headed back.
On the way back, Kay had to PEE! And I mean PEE! There was no stopping this girl. She sprinted ahead of me, and I've never seen her run so fast. She contemplated going behind a couple of trees, but decided to hold it. We arrived back at the High School, but all the doors were locked. She almost went behind a snowbank until we noticed all of the parked cars near the gym. SUCCESS! We ran down the stairs (literally) and through the school (literally). We ran straight into the bathroom because we didn't want to lose any mileage or give our muscles time to cool down. Then, we ran through the school hallways and we followed the hockey team out of the school. We actually accompanied them on their long run for a few minutes.
We wound our way back to the water stop, where we enjoyed Gatorade slush puppies and frozen peanut M&Ms. Let me tell you, those were the best M&Ms and slushes we've ever had in our entire lives! THANK YOU DFMC volunteers! I always worry about the DFMC volunteers because they have the harder job out there. The runners are able to stay warm because we're moving, but the DFMC volunteers must FREEZE! They always take good care of us, and they are never without a smile!
We only had three miles to go after the water stop. It was then that we had to watch out for otter-dogs. There were "wildlife crossing" signs posted along the route, and there was a picture of an animal on each one of them. The problem, however, was that we couldn't tell what kind of animal it was. It had the head of an otter and the legs and tail of a dog. Watch out for otter-dogs! You bet I would be running fast if an otter-dog came out of the woods. Sigh. The things that keep you preoccupied during a long run can be semi-outrageous sometimes! At least we have a good time out there and make the best of the cold weather!
After we finished our long run, we went flyer dropping on Newbury Street. I am so ready to crash for the evening and it's only 8pm. Well, goodnight readers!
P.S. I have received almost 19,000 hits on my blog!!! If I only had one dollar for every one of those hits!! I would surpass my fundraising goal! If you are reading my blog, please take the time to sponsor my run sometime this week at http://www.rundfmc.org/katyc2009. Your support is greatly appreciated as I press on towards my $10,000 fundraising goal!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 196.0
Total Time Running: 35:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 84.5
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Fundraising Update
A lot has happened since my last post! We held our bowling event and raised approximately $900!!! Can you believe it!?! It was so nice getting together with friends and family after work, and we are pleased with the outcome.
I sent out a ton of letters and messages, and the contributions are coming in. My Aunt Doris sponsored my run in memory of her friend Debbie. Last year, Debbie sponsored my run too. The note that accompanied my aunt's gift read, "This donation is given in memory of my friend Debbie Petersen - Died from Cancer 6/26/08." I thought of Debbie during my long run, and I will continue to think of her during my training. I called my Aunt to thank her for her contribution, and we had such a wonderful conversation. It turns out that she used to be a "tom boy" too. She excelled in baseball, and people called her "Slugger Higgins" because she only hit home runs. I hope that my aunt will be able to join my parents out on the route on Marathon Monday. This experience has brought us closer together.
I mailed ribbons out with all of my letters, and asked friends and family to write the names of their loved ones on the ribbons. Yesterday, I received a contribution from my Aunt Pat. The name on the ribbon was "John Edward Counihan." I do not remember my grandfather because he died from lung cancer not long after I was born. It will be an honor to wear his ribbon on my singlet during the marathon. My Aunt Pat's contribution was her last Dr. Martin official titled donation because she just retired!
We have 15-20 people scheduled for Deep Water Running on Wednesday, and we're receiving emails about the Skate to Freeze Cancer 2! The hair cut-a-thon is in full swing as well! Will post event-specific updates tomorrow!
I sent out a ton of letters and messages, and the contributions are coming in. My Aunt Doris sponsored my run in memory of her friend Debbie. Last year, Debbie sponsored my run too. The note that accompanied my aunt's gift read, "This donation is given in memory of my friend Debbie Petersen - Died from Cancer 6/26/08." I thought of Debbie during my long run, and I will continue to think of her during my training. I called my Aunt to thank her for her contribution, and we had such a wonderful conversation. It turns out that she used to be a "tom boy" too. She excelled in baseball, and people called her "Slugger Higgins" because she only hit home runs. I hope that my aunt will be able to join my parents out on the route on Marathon Monday. This experience has brought us closer together.
I mailed ribbons out with all of my letters, and asked friends and family to write the names of their loved ones on the ribbons. Yesterday, I received a contribution from my Aunt Pat. The name on the ribbon was "John Edward Counihan." I do not remember my grandfather because he died from lung cancer not long after I was born. It will be an honor to wear his ribbon on my singlet during the marathon. My Aunt Pat's contribution was her last Dr. Martin official titled donation because she just retired!
We have 15-20 people scheduled for Deep Water Running on Wednesday, and we're receiving emails about the Skate to Freeze Cancer 2! The hair cut-a-thon is in full swing as well! Will post event-specific updates tomorrow!
Log It!
Friday, January 24, 2009
7:30PM (5 Miles)
Pond Run
Weather: 40F
Conditions: Warm. Dark
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Awesome run with Kay! Got a little lost, but loved the new route!! We ran all over Brookline and off the beaten path. Checked out the beautiful houses, and visited the snow-covered reservoir. This might've been my favorite run this year! We were only supposed to run four, but we accidentally ran 5. Our next run is an 11 miler!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 184.5
Total Time Running: 33:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 73
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Thursday, January 22, 2009
7:30PM (5 Miles)
BHAC - Treadmill
Weather: Indoors
Conditions: Hot!
Gut Rating: 4
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Got off to a rough start, but found my pace after playing w/ the buttons on the treadmill. It was so hot! Not the best run. Kay ran in the morning today, so I was on my own.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 179.5
Total Time Running: 32:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 68
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
7:00PM (7 Miles)
BHAC - Treadmill
Weather: 8F
Conditions: Dark. Cold.
Gut Rating: 4
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
This run was TOUGH! I did seven miles on the treadmill without music or television to distract me! Stared at the wall for seven miles. If I can do that ... I can run another marathon.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 174.5
Total Time Running: 31:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 63
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Sunday, January 18, 2009
7:00PM (2 Miles)
Treadmill
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Hot!
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Jammed to the tunes. Cranked it on the treadmill. Watched figure skating!!! ... GREAT RUN!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 167.5
Total Time Running: 29:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 56
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Saturday, January 17, 2009
9:30AM (10 Miles)
Hills x 2
Weather: 10F
Conditions: Sunny and Coooold. No wind.
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Awesome long run with Kay! We ran the hills twice and finished in under two hours! Discovered that I have the strange ability to keep my water bottle from freezing! LOL. First double digit run!! Felt great after my massage last night!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 165.5
Total Time Running: 29:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 54
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Thursday, January 15, 2009
6:00AM (7 Miles)
BC Run
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
We found a new route this morning and saw the sun rise! I enjoyed this one, but Kay wasn't feeling well. We cut through Boston College.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 155.5
Total Time Running: 27:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 44
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
7:00PM (3 Miles)
Neighborhood Loop
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Dark
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
We ran all over creation tonight.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 148.5
Total Time Running: 25:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 37
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Monday, January 12, 2009
6:30M (9 Miles)
Hills
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Dark
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Today was a roommate run! Kate, Kay and I ventured out for our long run today. I got faster as the run progressed. Felt AWESOME!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 145.5
Total Time Running: 25:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 34
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
7:30PM (5 Miles)
Pond Run
Weather: 40F
Conditions: Warm. Dark
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Awesome run with Kay! Got a little lost, but loved the new route!! We ran all over Brookline and off the beaten path. Checked out the beautiful houses, and visited the snow-covered reservoir. This might've been my favorite run this year! We were only supposed to run four, but we accidentally ran 5. Our next run is an 11 miler!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 184.5
Total Time Running: 33:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 73
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Thursday, January 22, 2009
7:30PM (5 Miles)
BHAC - Treadmill
Weather: Indoors
Conditions: Hot!
Gut Rating: 4
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Got off to a rough start, but found my pace after playing w/ the buttons on the treadmill. It was so hot! Not the best run. Kay ran in the morning today, so I was on my own.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 179.5
Total Time Running: 32:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 68
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
7:00PM (7 Miles)
BHAC - Treadmill
Weather: 8F
Conditions: Dark. Cold.
Gut Rating: 4
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
This run was TOUGH! I did seven miles on the treadmill without music or television to distract me! Stared at the wall for seven miles. If I can do that ... I can run another marathon.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 174.5
Total Time Running: 31:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 63
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Sunday, January 18, 2009
7:00PM (2 Miles)
Treadmill
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Hot!
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Jammed to the tunes. Cranked it on the treadmill. Watched figure skating!!! ... GREAT RUN!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 167.5
Total Time Running: 29:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 56
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Saturday, January 17, 2009
9:30AM (10 Miles)
Hills x 2
Weather: 10F
Conditions: Sunny and Coooold. No wind.
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Awesome long run with Kay! We ran the hills twice and finished in under two hours! Discovered that I have the strange ability to keep my water bottle from freezing! LOL. First double digit run!! Felt great after my massage last night!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 165.5
Total Time Running: 29:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 54
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Thursday, January 15, 2009
6:00AM (7 Miles)
BC Run
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
We found a new route this morning and saw the sun rise! I enjoyed this one, but Kay wasn't feeling well. We cut through Boston College.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 155.5
Total Time Running: 27:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 44
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
7:00PM (3 Miles)
Neighborhood Loop
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Dark
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
We ran all over creation tonight.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 148.5
Total Time Running: 25:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 37
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Monday, January 12, 2009
6:30M (9 Miles)
Hills
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Dark
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
Today was a roommate run! Kate, Kay and I ventured out for our long run today. I got faster as the run progressed. Felt AWESOME!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 145.5
Total Time Running: 25:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 34
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Laundry
Runners have a lot of laundry, especially in the winter when we have to dress in layers. I almost can't keep up with it! I know some guys wear their running clothes on multiple occasions, but I don't want to scare away my donors. Since I have the Zipcar today, I'm going to do some of my laundry over at Owen's apartment.
Road Trip
Looks like the group run was cancelled for the weekend due to the incoming storm. I'm going to do some crosstraining on Sunday and do my long run on Monday instead.
On a different note, I'm full steam ahead with my fundraising. I just drove to Lowell to drop off a bunch of flyers for the Skate to Freeze Cancer at the Colonial Synchro Classic with Kay. Thank goodness for Zipcar! There will be over a thousand skaters in attendance at the event, and the Skate to Freeze Cancer will be posted on the jumbotron and announced over the loudspeaker. I hope that everyone picks up a flyer at the registration desk!
We're hoping to conduct two separate skate-a-thons, and I may conduct a third one on my own at UMass Amherst with the help of the UMass Figure Skating Team. We're currently trying to book the ice for the skate-a-thons. Our dates are still tentative. FMC Arenas has graciously offered to donate the ice in April, and we're still working on securing ice for our February event in the Boston area. We'll be sure to keep everyone posted!
Friday, January 9, 2009
Recovery Run
Friday, January 9, 2009
7:00AM (2 Miles)
Rt. 9
Weather: 22F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 2
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
This morning, we completed a two-mile recovery run. I chuckle a little bit on the inside whenever someone uses the words "recovery" and "run" in the same sentence. I understand the concept of a recovery run, but it's funny to me how runners recover from running by running more. When I skated for Disney on Ice, I used to find it humorous when we'd go skating on our days off. I'm think I'm beginning to like running, and I suppose that's a good thing because I'm training for a marathon.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 136.5
Total Time Running: 23:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 25
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Multitasking
Thursday, January 7, 2009
6:00AM (7 Miles)
BC Loop
Weather: 40F (took off my jacket)
Conditions: Dark ... then Sunny
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 11 mph
Last night, we decided to work on our fundraising in exchange for our mid-week long run. We prepared an Evite for "If Looks Could Cure" and for "Deep Water Running for Dana-Farber." To make up for our run, we completed our long run early this morning. It was pretty dark when we left the house, but the sun was shining when we returned. We really watched our footing because it was still fairly icy from our last storm.
We completed a new route today, which naturally means that we got a little lost. I have such a good sense of direction in the car, but I could defintely use a GPS during my long runs. I used to keep maps with me, but they would disintegrate in my pocket. Not very helpful if you ask me! Anyhow, we asked for directions at Boston College and took a shortcut through campus. I was looking out for Katherine and Tricia, but they probably weren't wandering around school at 6am.
We're right on schedule with our training, and my body feels pretty good. I'm a little more cautious this year because I know what happens when you're not careful. Marathon training hasn't been too stressful. I just wake up and run. I've come to the conclusion that fundraising is the bigger challenge.
I've been working SO hard on my fundraising events. I almost have too much on my plate, but I would never admit it in person. To put things in perspective, we have events on January 21st, January 28th, February 8th, and possibly on February 18th and April 3rd. I'm sending out my fundraising letters and I'm asking for $10 contributions from my Facebook friends. And - that's not all! I'm also getting married, studying for the LSAT and working a full time job. You only live once, so you might as well do it all!
Last year, I asked my Facebook friends to sponsor my run, but I didn't get a huge response. This year, I'm asking my Facebook friends specifically for $10 contributions. I figured that this was a good "ask" because things are pretty tight fro many people this year, and I haven't seen some of my Facebook friends in awhile. My $10 dollar mission on Facebook has been really successful so far because I received gifts from many people who did not contribute to my run last year. It can take a little while to request contributions from all of your Facebook friends, but I would definitely suggest this fundraising tactic to my DFMC teammates!
Speaking of multitasking ... I'm blogging and stretching at the same time! I should join the circus or something. Oh wait. I already did that! LOL. Have a great day!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 134.5
Total Time Running: 23:00:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 23
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
Monday, January 5, 2009
Round Two
Monday, January 5, 2009
6:00PM (5 Miles)
Neighborhood loop
Weather: 41F
Conditions: Dark
Gut Rating: 4
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
The ice thawed, so we decided to run five miles this evening. I wore my new, blue running top from Brian and Kate. Thanks guys! We definitely ran faster than usual, but my body felt tired after my first day back to work in eleven days. It was nice having Kay's company because she really kept me going tonight.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 127.5
Total Time Running: 21:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 16
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
6:00PM (5 Miles)
Neighborhood loop
Weather: 41F
Conditions: Dark
Gut Rating: 4
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 mph
The ice thawed, so we decided to run five miles this evening. I wore my new, blue running top from Brian and Kate. Thanks guys! We definitely ran faster than usual, but my body felt tired after my first day back to work in eleven days. It was nice having Kay's company because she really kept me going tonight.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 127.5
Total Time Running: 21:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 16
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
Knockin' Down Cancer
Please join us for bowling, pizza and drinks... The more the merrier!Location: Lucky Strike, 145 Ipswich Street, Boston, MA 02215
When: Wednesday, January 21, 6:00PM
Who doesn't love to bowl? And what if it were for a good cause?
Kay and I are running the 113th Boston Marathon in April with the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge Team and we are raising money to help their efforts to find a cure for cancer. We would love your help.
$25 gets you in and covers the cost of bowling, shoes and pizza for two hours! 100% of all money raised will be going to Dana-Farber's Claudia Adams Barr Program for Basic Innovative Cancer Research.
Please respond to this post if you would like to be added to the Evite. Hope to see you there!
Best Efforts
Monday, January 5, 20096:30AM (0 Miles)
Neighborhood loop
Weather: 25F
Conditions: Black Ice
Gut Rating: N/A
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 0 mph
We woke up nice and early this morning to run five miles, and I was really feeling it today. Unfotunately, we stepped outside and onto a skating rink. Our street was sheer ice! Tires were spinning around us and getting nowhere. For some reason, we thought that sidewalk/road conditions would be better along the main drive, but we were wrong. Despite the black ice, we contemplated running for almost twenty minutes before we decided to turn around and head inside. On to "Plan B"! Instead of running on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, we're following a Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday schedule this week. Tonight will be my first crosstraining day in a long time. Yahoo! Way to ring in the New Year!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 122.5
Total Time Running: 20:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 11
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
If Looks Could Cure
Enjoy a haircut and blow-dry, appetizers, beverages, and giveaways at Acote Salon on Newbury Street to benefit the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Basic Innovative Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Contact the salon at (617) 262-5111 to schedule your appointment.Date: Sunday, February 8, 2009 (Just in time for Valentine's day!)
Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm
Location: Acote Salon, 132 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
Price: $20 for men, $30 for women (Please bring cash or a check made payable to: "Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge")
This event is being organized by two marathoners (me and my roommate) who will be running the 2009 Boston Marathon for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
A very special thanks to Acote Salon for donating its salon and stylists to make this event possible! Thanks to Acote Salon, 100% of the proceeds raised will benefit innovative cancer research!
Let me know if you're coming! :) ... Hope to see you there! :)
Deep Water Running for DFMC!
Deep water running is a good alternative workout for those suffering from ITB syndrome and other running-related injuries. It's also great for cross training!
Jack Fultz has volunteered to coach two back-to-back deep water running workouts for the DFMC team!
When: Wednesday, January 28, 2009 from 6-7pm and 7-8pm
Where: Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center, 60 Tappan Street, Brookline, MA (Parking available ... and it's a 2 minute walk from the Brookline Hills T-Stop on the D-Line)
Cost: $25 for a one-hour session (includes one hour of pool time, coaching, and belt rental)
*Participants will also be entered into an opportunity drawing to win a FREE 3-month membership at the Beacon Hill Athletic Club. (Fair market value: $177).
Respond to this post if you'd like to participate - with your name, email, and availability (6-7pm, 7-8pm, or both sessions). Space is limited, so register EARLY!
100% of the proceeds supports the Claudia Adams Barr Program and the registration fee is fully tax deductible.
*No purchase necessary to enter the opportunity drawing. Maximum 10 entries per person.
Thank you to the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center for donating the use of its pool to make this event possible!
All Caught Up
Saturday, January 3, 2009
8:00AM (8-Mile Run)
Watertown
Weather: 24F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: Who Knows?
Today was my second group run. Susan (not "Suzie") picked us up at our house. Today was Kay's first group run. It was not my favorite run thus far, but we got the job done. Eight more hours in the bank! I'm officially caught up with my blog posts! Now, I need to catch up with my cross training.
Friday, January 2, 2009
9:00AM (3-Mile Run)
Rt. 9
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: Who Knows?
We stopped by the Brookline Pool to check out the deep water running belt situation. More to come!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 122.5
Total Time Running: 20:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
Total Miles Logged January: 11
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
Flying
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
8:00AM (6-Mile Run)
Rt. 9
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Snow is on the way!
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: Who Knows?
Today, I felt like a bird out of its cage. I ran, FAST! It was my last run before the New Year. We left the house at 8:00AM, and the snow was scheduled to start at 9:00AM. Kay stretched for a couple of minutes, while I completed my final lap around the reservoir. I flew!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 111.5
Total Time Running: 18:30:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 61
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
Lucky Number Four!
Monday, December 29, 2008
7:00AM (4-Mile Run)
Rt. 9
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: Who Knows?
You know what goes perfect with a four-mile run? Answer: a four-hour test. I completed the GMAT and ran four miles. Talk about a productive day!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 107.5
Total Time Running: 17:45:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 57
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
A Jolly Jaunt
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
7:00AM (4-Mile Run)
Rt. 9
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: Who Knows?
Twas the day before Christmas, so we laced up our shoes. We went for a run, and resisted the "snooze." The end. Sorry, it's much too late to be creative. My running buddy and I were separated over the holidays. We were both supposed to complete a six miler and a two miler on our own, but I got sidetracked with my GMAT studying. I know, I know. No excuses. Bah humbug!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 103.5
Total Time Running: 17:05:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 53
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
Yax Tracks Anyone?!
Monday, December 22, 2008
5:30PM (7-Mile Run)
Woodland
Weather: 25F
Conditions: Snowy/Treacherous
Gut Rating: 1
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 12 min/mile
Kay's brother gave us a ride out to Woodland tonight. We actually feared for our lives during our run. It usually takes us about five minutes to run from the T-stop to the fire station, but I'd estimate that it took at least twenty minutes. Snowbanks covered the sidewalks, so we were forced to run in the road at times. READ: SCARY! The roads were much narrower than usual, and the cars were a little too close for comfort. We stomped through the snow until we saw that no cars were coming. Then, we sprinted as if our lives depended on it! Let me tell you, it took us forever to get to the fire station, but we were FAST when we had the opportunity! We must've looked so crazy to the oncoming traffic. Next time, we're asking Kay's brother to drop us off at the fire house. I think I'm going to invest in Yax Tracks or snowshoes before I attempt that run again!
The rest of the run was a breeze compared to the first half-mile. I never thought I'd call Heartbreak Hill "a breeze." It was such a relief to get to the carriage path because Newton takes great care of it. Although this run was difficult, it was my favorite thus far. Kay had a great run too, because her knee didn't bother her!
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 99.5 (LOL - could I be any closer?!?)
Total Time Running: 16:25:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 49
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - One Big Blur
Friday, December 19, 2008
(3-Mile Run)
Brookline
Weather: ?
Conditions: ?
Gut Rating: ?
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: ?
Thursday, December 18, 2008
(7-Mile Run)
Brookline
Weather: ?
Conditions: ?
Gut Rating: ?
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: ?
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
(4-Mile Run)
Brookline
Weather: ?
Conditions: ?
Gut Rating: ?
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: ?
I logged my mileage on a separate sheet of paper, so that I could accurately post it online. Our internet was down for a couple of weeks, so I'm just catching up with my blogging now. We had a nasty storm in Worcester (lots of fallen trees), so I went home to visit friends and family over the weekend. The rest of the week is a big blur.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 92.5
Total Time Running: 15:55:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 42
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
My First DFMC Group Run
Saturday, December 13, 20088:00AM (6.5-Mile Run)
Watertown
Weather: 30F
Conditions: Sunny
Gut Rating: 3
Perfect conditions for a marathon (ha!).
Pace: 10 min/mile
Today was my first group run! I ran with Sarah Neukom and Karen. It was great to see the rest of the team! Forgot how much I love breakfast at the Mt. Auburn Club! DFMC always takes good care of us after our long runs! Finding transportation to the group runs can be tricky sometimes, but not today! I rented a Zipcar, and picked up Eric Kaye and Sarah on the way there.
FUN FACTS: (since October 20, 2008):
Total Miles Logged: 78.5
Total Time Running: 13:35:00
Total Time Crosstraining: 00:30:00
MONTHLY MILEAGE:
Total Miles Logged October: 9
Total Miles Logged November: 41.5
Total Miles Logged December: 28
MONTHLY CROSSTRAINING:
Total Hours October: 00:30:00
Total Hours November: 00:00:00
Total Hours December: 00:00:00
GUT RATING SCALE:
(1) Great workout! Could have run twice as far (if I threw caution and The Plan to the wind).
(2) Rewarding effort - felt almost great.
(3) Worked up a decent sweat - had fun in general.
(4) Heart and soul not out here with my body, but...The Plan, Boss, The Plan!
(5) Thank goodness the race wasn't today. I'd rather be doing almost anything else.
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