Monica
My first double digit run since the Houston Marathon. It was COLD and pretty windy (but also sunny), but I got out there and got it done! I thought a lot about Sherry out there, as I have run tha... read more
- Miles:
- 2185 total / 91 in 2012
- Goal:
I'm training for the Houston Marathon on January 15, using the Pfitz 18/55 program
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Run for Sherry - Chisholm 10 mi 01:36 09:35 pace
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Another Treadmill Run 6 mi 00:58 09:35 pace
Got another treadmill run completed today, whoo hoo! Left achilles is still bothering me but not too, too terribly.
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Nice TM 6 miler Monica. Glad the Achilles is looking a little better. Did you end up getting heel inserts? I've put those in and mine aren't as painful, even when pinching the A.T. Still some, though.
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Treadmill Run 5 mi 00:47 09:26 pace
I was nervous about running on the TM (it aggravates my achilles) but I started slowly and got it done!!
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6 mi 00:56 09:17 pace
My "long" run for the week! :) I still need to get my feet/achilles checked out - soon!
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Let me know what you hear about the Achilles as I still need to get that checked out, too. I just don't want to hear "no running". Great job on your 6 miler Monica!
7 days ago • Like
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@Carolyn, I understand; I feel the same way! I actually have rheumatoid arthritis, so I want to make sure that I get that under control before I go down the orthopedic/physical therapy path.
4 days ago • Like
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Oh, good point. Best wishes for you there.
4 days ago • Like
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Neighborhood - 1st run in 2 w... 4 mi 00:37 09:08 pace
FINALLY, I got out there for a run! The week after the marathon, my legs were so TRASHED, it was amazing. My quads were aching, the soles of my feet had big blisters (under calluses, uugh) and my ... read more
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Chevron Houston marathon 26.2 mi 04:14 09:42 pace
Not sure of the exact finish time (I know it's 4:14:xx). Well, this was certainly a tough race for me as my achilles had been giving me the blues so I ended up taking 1 week off before the race, p... read more
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Congrats:
Great race in spite of the obstacles!
28 days ago
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Thanks - I can't wait to see how you ladies did! *off to check now*
28 days ago • Like
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Congrats:
Good job Monica. Nice speedy pace!
28 days ago
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Neighborhood - Injury Test Run 3 mi 00:28 09:12 pace
My achilles is still really bad but the idea of not running at all until Houston really scares me. also, I wanted to test whether taking Motrin before running would help at all. I took 2 Motrin ... read more
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Good Luck:
Oh my. You will be ready for Houston Monica. I'll see you at the start line :-)
about 1 month ago
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it is this weekend right? I would think a couple days off and taking care of yoru achilles isn't going to hurt your marathon at all. The training is already all done!
about 1 month ago • Like
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I know that feeling of wondering if you'll be ready due to Achilles pain. I'm glad to hear the rest of your run went better!
about 1 month ago • Like
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GA - Neighborhood 8 mi 01:15 09:23 pace
Still have a sore achilles. It makes the miles such hard work. A couple of times my back got thrown out of whack from my altered gait. I'm torn because I still have miles to put in on the trainin... read more
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It may be time to take the rest since you are not doing your body any good, also condition is just going to get worse and may keep you from running for a much longer time. You plan to run for the rest of your life so be kind to your body.
about 1 month ago • Like
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I sure hope yours get better soon!
about 1 month ago • Like
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Please take care of yourself now so you can run another day with a terrific gait! Get well.
about 1 month ago • Like
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GA - Neighborhood 7 mi 01:04 09:10 pace
Wow - this run was at MP. That's not good because it felt rather tough. Too tough to hold for 26 miles!
Guys, I'm not in a good place, running-wise. My achilles is sore (it warms up but not comp... read more-
I hear ya on the soreness from the training. I've got a tough Achilles, too. Time off during this taper is hard mentally, but I think it is helping it a bit.
about 1 month ago • Like
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Monica you are going to do great! You have logged awesome miles and are ready!! Enjoy your taper and let your body rest up for Houston! :)
about 1 month ago • Like
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Oh wow, I hear ya....am feeling the same way since Detroit but my issues are my gluts...I only ran 5 this evening at MP and while the weather was nice, just wasn't feeling it. My plan is just to run Houston nice and easy. You've got the training done, just enjoy the race this time! Good luck.
about 1 month ago • Like
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Recovery - Neighborhood 4 mi 00:38 09:32 pace
Bright sunshine! I was trying not to sweat out my flat-ironed hair - going to San Diego tomorrow for a wedding.
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Long Run - Independence + Chi... 17 mi 02:46 09:45 pace
Phew - last long run (next week I only have 12). My whole left leg gives me fits at different points, from the sole of my foot to my achilles, to my shin, to my knee. I know I should do an ice ba... read more
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Woo hoo - can't wait. - You are gonna be awesome Monica!
about 1 month ago • Like
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GA- Neighborhood 10 mi 01:37 09:44 pace
Started off pretty slow on this run. It is definitely time for taper because this old body is wearing out! My left achilles is giving me the blues and my right hip (prob from compensating for the... read more
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Recovery - Neighborhood 7.25 mi 01:10 09:42 pace
Phew - pace and breathing were all over the place...BUT, I am so thankful to God to be alive on Christmas day and to be able to share that with my family and to have the health and the privilege to... read more
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Long Run - White Rock 20 mi 03:11 09:33 pace
Last 20 miler before the Houston Marathon!! Since I'd run 8 the day before and 10 the day before that, I was exactly full of energy on this run - still, it went fairly well. I wish I had nothing ... read more
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Fantastic job getting through your solo LR Monica! Those miles sure add up, but i bet that 16 next week will be cake!
about 1 month ago • Like
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Treadmill 8 mi 01:20 10:00 pace
Ah, Mr. Pfitz ... so many miles in your training program. I love, but I hate it (as Tony from P90X said). 20 miles tomorrow. With Christmas shopping, Christmas wrapping, Christmas cooking and ru... read more
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I've been wondering how Pfitz's program would be asI was considering using it also. Serious training but you sure are prepared!
about 1 month ago • Like
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It has been great - but you're already fast, speedy lady! :) Actually I would recommend it to anyone looking to really improve their running!
about 1 month ago • Like
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VO2 Run - Neighborhood 10 mi 01:32 09:11 pace
This workout was 10 miles with 4 x 1200m @ 5K pace. I'm not sure what my pace was for the intervals, but I tried to keep it @ 7:53. So far this week, 17 miles down, 35 more to go ...
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good Recovery - TM 7 mi 01:09 09:49 pace
Well, it was nice to get back "out there" today. Yesterday was kind of a first, at least in terms of this training cycle. I decided on Monday night that I would not be running on Tuesda... read more
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Feel Better:
I hear ya" Monica. I didn't run yesterday either for the same reason - worn out. Good 7 mile pace.
about 1 month ago
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Nice 7 miler Monica!
about 1 month ago • Like
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Great job on your 10 miler and all my best to your friend.
about 11 hours ago • Like