For those of you who don't know, I work as a case manager for the Mental Health Center of Denver (MHCD). In my work I get the opportunity to work with people with severe and persistent mental illness and substance abuse problems. I have the privilege to be a part of 28 peoples lives on a daily basis and support them when ever, however they may need me.
This past week one of the people I was fortunate enough to be a part of her life, passed away in her sleep. Her passing has touched me deeply. For confidentiality purposes I will call her Jane.
I came into Jane's life almost two years ago. I remember the first time she came into the clinic to meet me, skeptical and reserved to meet yet another case manager. In that first hour of meeting me we formed a mutual respect and bond that lasted until her passing.
To say Jane's life was hard and she had struggles that she over came would be an understatement. Jane came to MHCD 6 years ago homeless, and struggling with addiction and untreated Bipolar disorder.. By the time I met her 2 years ago she had 3 years of recovery from addiction and 3 years of recovery from Bipolar disorder. Jane had taken the challenges in her life and turned them into learning experiences that she overcame.
Jane had a way of reaching out to people and making them feel welcomed and love. She had an incredible ability to ALWAYS see the positive and beauty in everything and everyone. She lived modestly yet always gave whatever she could to someone in need. Her heart was bigger than the room and so was her love for life. When ever life presented her with a challenge she faced it and remained positive. Jane's ability to remain positive was amazing and humbling at the same time and she always amazed me with her inner strength and resilience.
Jane did not have to let me be a part of her life. I can not express how HONORED I always felt the she did allow me to share her life, that she allowed me to be by her side during the challenges that arose. Jane was truly one of the most amazing people I have ever met. I feel privileged to have shared 2 years of her life with her.
What I take from knowing Jane is summed up in one of her favorite sayings:
Live Well
Love Large
And
Laugh Often.
I thank you Jane for the privilege of knowing you and for allowing me to share a part of your life.
I know you are with the Angels singing and dancing.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Running Another 20
Wow- I continue to be surprised by the fact that I am actually able to run 20 miles or more! I never knew I could do this-especially weekend after weekend. It's really cool!
So the run was fun- I parked at Goodson Rec Center and decided to break the run into 5 miles sections....I went south on High Line for 5-turned around and at mile 10 was back at the car. I was able to swap water bottles for full ones and headed north for another 5 out and back. It was nice to do this as it broke the run up and I only had to think about doing 5 miles at a time-not 20.
The cool part is my time was about 2 mins less per mile than my 26 mile run. I felt like I finally might be getting how to run so it feels like I'm rolling over my feet....It was actually easier to go fast than slower like I would normally....amazing. My thighs were a-blazin and I just kept thinking this is what it's going to take at Ironman.....
One thing I noticed about myself on the final 5 miles-when someone passed me I wanted to stop....I'm not sure what that's about- but I think it might be something I want to turn around....it would be good to get the gumption to chace after someone rather than stop...hummmmm
The weather was cool and overcast the whole time. Right when I finished running it started snowing- I love how things can work out like that!
Worked on the fuel again- 1 Mocha Gu (YUK); steamed red potatoes w/salt (not so good); peanut butter (definatly not); Vanilla Hammer Gel (love it!)
Drank 3 bottles of water......
So here's to runnin another 20
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1768622
So the run was fun- I parked at Goodson Rec Center and decided to break the run into 5 miles sections....I went south on High Line for 5-turned around and at mile 10 was back at the car. I was able to swap water bottles for full ones and headed north for another 5 out and back. It was nice to do this as it broke the run up and I only had to think about doing 5 miles at a time-not 20.
The cool part is my time was about 2 mins less per mile than my 26 mile run. I felt like I finally might be getting how to run so it feels like I'm rolling over my feet....It was actually easier to go fast than slower like I would normally....amazing. My thighs were a-blazin and I just kept thinking this is what it's going to take at Ironman.....
One thing I noticed about myself on the final 5 miles-when someone passed me I wanted to stop....I'm not sure what that's about- but I think it might be something I want to turn around....it would be good to get the gumption to chace after someone rather than stop...hummmmm
The weather was cool and overcast the whole time. Right when I finished running it started snowing- I love how things can work out like that!
Worked on the fuel again- 1 Mocha Gu (YUK); steamed red potatoes w/salt (not so good); peanut butter (definatly not); Vanilla Hammer Gel (love it!)
Drank 3 bottles of water......
So here's to runnin another 20
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1768622
Monday, December 29, 2008
Monday Mornin- Go To Masters Meetin
Ok- so this morning I SERIOUSLY, SERIOUSLY, concidered hitting the snooze button (oops don't have one) staying in bed, and missing Masters Swimming. The games the mind can play at 4:10 am. "It won't matter if you miss one swim workout. But-you haven't swam in over one week. But still- I mean who's going to know? Wait, Andrea (my coach) she'll know. But I'm sooooo tiiiirrreeeed. Just GET UP NOW!"
So that's how it went for a few minutes until I rolled out of bed- pet Kai (my dog) who sleeps next to the bed- downed some water, made some tea and headed off to Masters.
Swimming felt good today. Did many laps of pulling which suit my legs just fine. Tried backstoke and that always seems to hurt my right shoulder. I can maybe do one length and that's it. We did some 100's then FAST 25's. Many, many sets of 25's. It was fun to do some LT swimming today.....
And you know what I find...? I may not want to get to a workout but once I'm done- I'm always glad I showed up!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So that's how it went for a few minutes until I rolled out of bed- pet Kai (my dog) who sleeps next to the bed- downed some water, made some tea and headed off to Masters.
Swimming felt good today. Did many laps of pulling which suit my legs just fine. Tried backstoke and that always seems to hurt my right shoulder. I can maybe do one length and that's it. We did some 100's then FAST 25's. Many, many sets of 25's. It was fun to do some LT swimming today.....
And you know what I find...? I may not want to get to a workout but once I'm done- I'm always glad I showed up!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Weekly Roundup
Another really good training week. Lots of running which felt good and it was nice to be on the bike 3 times this week. The best was being able to get outside for 3 of the workouts! YEAH!
Felt good- pretty good sleep- too much sugar and not the best nutrition...but hey- it was Christmas!
Weekly
Swims: none
Bikes: 3 Days- 7 hrs
Runs: 3 Days- 6 hrs 40'
Weights: none
Stretching: 4 days
Sleep: pretty good this week. Got more than 6 hours many nights
Recovery: Chiropractic- that's about it this week
Mood: pretty good-
Health: Very healthy! No aches or pain or sniffles.
Key Workout:
Description: 17 Mile Run
Location: High Line Canal Trail from Goodson Rec Center
Nutrition: Hammer Perpet; Clif Shot Mocha- 16 oz water
Weather: 27 degrees- clear- breezy
Distance: 17 Miles
Pace: 12:94
Heart Rate Stats: 144 AHR; 159 Max HR
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1650490
Comments: good run- enjoyable- I felt good on run.
Felt good- pretty good sleep- too much sugar and not the best nutrition...but hey- it was Christmas!
Weekly
Swims: none
Bikes: 3 Days- 7 hrs
Runs: 3 Days- 6 hrs 40'
Weights: none
Stretching: 4 days
Sleep: pretty good this week. Got more than 6 hours many nights
Recovery: Chiropractic- that's about it this week
Mood: pretty good-
Health: Very healthy! No aches or pain or sniffles.
Key Workout:
Description: 17 Mile Run
Location: High Line Canal Trail from Goodson Rec Center
Nutrition: Hammer Perpet; Clif Shot Mocha- 16 oz water
Weather: 27 degrees- clear- breezy
Distance: 17 Miles
Pace: 12:94
Heart Rate Stats: 144 AHR; 159 Max HR
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1650490
Comments: good run- enjoyable- I felt good on run.
Spinnin My Wheels
Sundays plan was to do an endurance ride 3-4 hours in Boulder with my biking buddies. One of those fun High Cadence Low Resistance rides.
Problem was got up to Boulder and the wind was howling! After a few phone calls for a wind check we decided to head down to REI in Denver and ride the South Platte Bike Path. Good call on our part and the wind was not bad at all.
So off we were at a leisurly pace, warming up the legs after Saturday's run. Felt a bit fatiqued in the beginning but then my legs warmed up and I enjoyed good company and a good cadence for the 3 hour ride.
What glorious weather it was- had to be about 50 degrees- slight wind and tons of sunshine for most of the ride.
For fuel I had a Clif Bar and a Gu...both worked well. Overall ride felt good, spun out my legs and enjoyed the company....
Info at:http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1650487
Problem was got up to Boulder and the wind was howling! After a few phone calls for a wind check we decided to head down to REI in Denver and ride the South Platte Bike Path. Good call on our part and the wind was not bad at all.
So off we were at a leisurly pace, warming up the legs after Saturday's run. Felt a bit fatiqued in the beginning but then my legs warmed up and I enjoyed good company and a good cadence for the 3 hour ride.
What glorious weather it was- had to be about 50 degrees- slight wind and tons of sunshine for most of the ride.
For fuel I had a Clif Bar and a Gu...both worked well. Overall ride felt good, spun out my legs and enjoyed the company....
Info at:http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1650487
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Saturday Long Run
Spent the morning relaxing and sleeping in (till 7!). Then it was off to High Line Canal at Goodson Rec Center to tackel 17 miles.
The weather was 27 degrees at 9:30 am and the sun was out, with a bit of a wind blowing. Got my water and fuel belt on me and started off headed north on the trail.
For about the first 3 miles my left shin was sore...and by about mile 6 I was feeling warmed up and flowing. I have ran this trail a few times before but the farthest I had ever gone was mile marker 4.... So I was on to new territory today.
The front range was beautiful and full of snow in the mountains, the cottonwoods with no leaves really stood out showing just how majestic they truly are. The wind was cold and I was glad to have on two pairs of gloves and wind jacket.
For fuel I had made a Hammer Perpetuim in gel form and 1 Mocha Clif Shot. I must say neither of these sat well with me. Perpetuim made me burp and the Mocha clif shot upset my stomach.....I drank about 20 oz of water...not enough for sure.
I felt great and kept my HR around the upper end of endurance. I could feel myself rolling over my feet rather than "thudding" them down. I thought of the nuances that Sonja and Steve have told me.....and found these thoughts helped to keep me moving along at a good pace....
And then was the turn around at mile 8.5. I had no idea it's slightly up hill the whole way back to the rec center......Imagine that....there was a point around mile 14 where I felt tired, but that lasted for a few minutes and I was back in the groove...Nothing like the final 2 Miles to keep ya going!
All in all- great run- felt strong.
Check out the run at http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1650490
The weather was 27 degrees at 9:30 am and the sun was out, with a bit of a wind blowing. Got my water and fuel belt on me and started off headed north on the trail.
For about the first 3 miles my left shin was sore...and by about mile 6 I was feeling warmed up and flowing. I have ran this trail a few times before but the farthest I had ever gone was mile marker 4.... So I was on to new territory today.
The front range was beautiful and full of snow in the mountains, the cottonwoods with no leaves really stood out showing just how majestic they truly are. The wind was cold and I was glad to have on two pairs of gloves and wind jacket.
For fuel I had made a Hammer Perpetuim in gel form and 1 Mocha Clif Shot. I must say neither of these sat well with me. Perpetuim made me burp and the Mocha clif shot upset my stomach.....I drank about 20 oz of water...not enough for sure.
I felt great and kept my HR around the upper end of endurance. I could feel myself rolling over my feet rather than "thudding" them down. I thought of the nuances that Sonja and Steve have told me.....and found these thoughts helped to keep me moving along at a good pace....
And then was the turn around at mile 8.5. I had no idea it's slightly up hill the whole way back to the rec center......Imagine that....there was a point around mile 14 where I felt tired, but that lasted for a few minutes and I was back in the groove...Nothing like the final 2 Miles to keep ya going!
All in all- great run- felt strong.
Check out the run at http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1650490
Friday, December 26, 2008
Spinning After Christmas
Woke up with morning at 3:45AM to ride my trainer for 2 hours.....Not an easy feat following Christmas day at my cousin Michelle's house with her husband and two children. We had a wonderful brunch and spent the rest of the afternoon playing games and eating cookies- Oh by the way - did I mention we ate COOKIES- for hours on end!
Needless to say- I woke up with a sugar hangover facing two hours on my trainer.....but all was not lost as I had the movie Deception to take my mind off how hungover I felt...
The ride went well- high cadence and low resistance. The movie was action packed and suspenseful- which kept me going and spinning fast. I had lots of water on hand and drank plenty hoping to flush out the sugar- And I was successful! By the time I finished I was feeling like myself and no hangover :)
Next I was off to work for the day with the weekend ahead! Big run tomorrow- 17 miler- should be fun!
I'm glad the indulgence of the holidays only come once a year...
Needless to say- I woke up with a sugar hangover facing two hours on my trainer.....but all was not lost as I had the movie Deception to take my mind off how hungover I felt...
The ride went well- high cadence and low resistance. The movie was action packed and suspenseful- which kept me going and spinning fast. I had lots of water on hand and drank plenty hoping to flush out the sugar- And I was successful! By the time I finished I was feeling like myself and no hangover :)
Next I was off to work for the day with the weekend ahead! Big run tomorrow- 17 miler- should be fun!
I'm glad the indulgence of the holidays only come once a year...
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Wednesday's Wacky 10 miler
I was scheduled for a 10 mile run today No problem- the clinic where I work was closing at 3pm and I figured I could actually get in an outdoor run during the week for a change....So- off I went to Bear Creek Lake Park for a lovely 10 mile run.
I start off along the creek which is frozen solid and beautifully peaceful. Then I make it out onto the open fields running around a stream toward Bear Creek Lake.
I'm about 45 mins into the run and it dawns on me that the park closes at dark...and I parked inside the gates of the park...OH-OH. So I turn around and booked it back towards my car....luckily I was scheduled to do miles 5,7,9 as tempos....so I ended up doing my first tempo work in at mile 4.
I made it back to the car as I saw a ranger drive by...got in my car and drove about a mile out of the park to continue my run inside the park.....I was able to get another 2 miles in before it got dark (mile 7 another tempo)-
SO THEN- I got back in my car- drove home for the last 3 miles to be completed on my treadmill with mile 9 being tempo again.......
It was a completely wacky run!!!! I have never broken up a run into 3 different sections in 3 different locations......
But I did my 10- and got some time outdoors- Oh and by the way, I noticed the park doesn't close the gates until 6pm. I still had another hour when I turned around originally......
I start off along the creek which is frozen solid and beautifully peaceful. Then I make it out onto the open fields running around a stream toward Bear Creek Lake.
I'm about 45 mins into the run and it dawns on me that the park closes at dark...and I parked inside the gates of the park...OH-OH. So I turn around and booked it back towards my car....luckily I was scheduled to do miles 5,7,9 as tempos....so I ended up doing my first tempo work in at mile 4.
I made it back to the car as I saw a ranger drive by...got in my car and drove about a mile out of the park to continue my run inside the park.....I was able to get another 2 miles in before it got dark (mile 7 another tempo)-
SO THEN- I got back in my car- drove home for the last 3 miles to be completed on my treadmill with mile 9 being tempo again.......
It was a completely wacky run!!!! I have never broken up a run into 3 different sections in 3 different locations......
But I did my 10- and got some time outdoors- Oh and by the way, I noticed the park doesn't close the gates until 6pm. I still had another hour when I turned around originally......
Hitting the Treadmill
Woke up Tues morning 4am to get in my Repeat Running workout...a cup of tea and it was downstairs to the basement for the workout on my treadmill.
Started off with 2 miles at a super easy pace-then...the pain began! Did 4 X 1 mile repeat at 9:00 pace- which for me is HARD. There were times during each repeat when I wanted to stop...but I kept with it...sweating my brains out-even with the fan blowing on me.
My legs were burning by the final repeat and I must admit I was glad it was over. And I was absolutely glad I did it! I know that every workout gets me in better shape and hopefully closer to a faster runtime next season...
Today will bring a 10 mile run which I am looking forward to as I will be able to be outdoors-Yeah!
Started off with 2 miles at a super easy pace-then...the pain began! Did 4 X 1 mile repeat at 9:00 pace- which for me is HARD. There were times during each repeat when I wanted to stop...but I kept with it...sweating my brains out-even with the fan blowing on me.
My legs were burning by the final repeat and I must admit I was glad it was over. And I was absolutely glad I did it! I know that every workout gets me in better shape and hopefully closer to a faster runtime next season...
Today will bring a 10 mile run which I am looking forward to as I will be able to be outdoors-Yeah!
Monday, December 22, 2008
Weekly Round Up-
Good training week in all-except for my right hip at the beginning of the week. I was concerned I would not be ready to run 26 mi this past Sat. But with a few chiropractic adjustments and bodywork by Brian- I ran without problems...
Nutrition was good this week. No sugar or sweets-even with the cookie exchange at work :)
So the week of training break down:
Swims: 2 days- 3hrs 15'- about 4.5 miles
Bikes: 1 day- 1 hour
Run: 2 days- 7 hrs 30'- 33 miles
Weights- 2 days- 1 hr 15'
Stretch- 3 days
Over all- great training week. I am really proud of myself and that I was able to run 26 miles on Sat and swim 3 miles on Sunday. That is pretty cool- especially since I've been at this for just one year. I am very excited and hopeful for Ironman-given I'm a year out and already able to train at these distances! What excitement!! And I feel great!
Nutrition was good this week. No sugar or sweets-even with the cookie exchange at work :)
So the week of training break down:
Swims: 2 days- 3hrs 15'- about 4.5 miles
Bikes: 1 day- 1 hour
Run: 2 days- 7 hrs 30'- 33 miles
Weights- 2 days- 1 hr 15'
Stretch- 3 days
Over all- great training week. I am really proud of myself and that I was able to run 26 miles on Sat and swim 3 miles on Sunday. That is pretty cool- especially since I've been at this for just one year. I am very excited and hopeful for Ironman-given I'm a year out and already able to train at these distances! What excitement!! And I feel great!
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Early Sunday Mornin 5K Swim
Up at 4:30 again for the second time this weekend! So much for sleepin in.
Got up and met the gang at Carmody Rec Center for 3K and 5K swim. I was signed up for the 5K- no paddles, bouy or fins... MY first 3 mile swim!
Well the good news is- I DID IT! Yeah. No bad news, just good news.
I was butt tired for about the first 18 laps (that's long course laps). Just felt tired...and then around lap 18 I finally felt warmed up and in a rythym. I could feel that my form is improving. One indicator is my neck isn't sore. I must be rolling better to breath.
So- I noticed as I was swimming one of the guys in the faster lane- I was keeping up with him-So what I realized today is where I lose time is on my turns. Actually that's the problem- I don't flip turn so loose a lot of time, power and speed coming off the wall. I need to really work on this when I'm at masters from now on.
Anyway- it was fun and I love swimming- but boy are my legs tired- but not hurting and no injuries!
FUEL- ate 1 egg and 1 bread about 1 hr before swim. That seemed to hold me good....
Post swim-some of us went to the Danish Bakery (yummy scones!) and then Starbucks....fun and food. What more could you want!
Pictures from Practical Coaching
Saturday 26 miles of fun- run....
My first long run today. I was so nervous this morning. The weather was forecasted to be 4 degrees, snowy, cloudy- and instead we ended up with a glorious day. Temps were in the 20s and the sun was a shinin.
Started the run at Andrea's house in Highlands Ranch and ran bike trail along C-470 all the way to Golden. My hip had been hurting pretty bad all week, so I took it slow for the majority of run. Most of run was uphill and I mainly walked the down hills. I find that I hold back a bit, I think because I am not sure what I am really capable of. Could I have run faster...possibly. I figure I'll try at the Marathon in Jan. I am shooting for sub 5 hours. That would rock!
Ran the 26 miles in 6:06. Slow and steady with a break for water at Conoco in Morrison.
I just tried to upload the run from my Garmin...and it's in cyber heaven somewhere. Kinda bummed I lost the information from this run....:(
For FUEL- I consumed 3 gels, 1 clif bar and 1/2 banana. DRANK 3 bottles of water. I took my sportsquestdirect pills every hours- but did not use Carbo Pro this time. I like the Carbo Pro best I think.
I enjoyed running with Andrea. For a while Christy was with us and Andrea and her were running faster than I was ready to....It kinda sucks to be behind sometimes...who am I kidding...it sucks all the time. In time- I'll get fasterrr...................
I really love running this amount of time and this distance. Could have done without the hiway traffic. But it still was glorious and I felt absolutely blessed!
For recovery tried the moon pants that Chipolte/Garmin team uses. They were awesome and I think they helped a lot. The Wendy's hambuger might have helped too :)
All in all- great run! I ran 26 miles and was not dead by the end! It feels great to already be able to run 26 miles and I'm a year out from IRONMAN..... Cool stuff!!!!!
Started the run at Andrea's house in Highlands Ranch and ran bike trail along C-470 all the way to Golden. My hip had been hurting pretty bad all week, so I took it slow for the majority of run. Most of run was uphill and I mainly walked the down hills. I find that I hold back a bit, I think because I am not sure what I am really capable of. Could I have run faster...possibly. I figure I'll try at the Marathon in Jan. I am shooting for sub 5 hours. That would rock!
Ran the 26 miles in 6:06. Slow and steady with a break for water at Conoco in Morrison.
I just tried to upload the run from my Garmin...and it's in cyber heaven somewhere. Kinda bummed I lost the information from this run....:(
For FUEL- I consumed 3 gels, 1 clif bar and 1/2 banana. DRANK 3 bottles of water. I took my sportsquestdirect pills every hours- but did not use Carbo Pro this time. I like the Carbo Pro best I think.
I enjoyed running with Andrea. For a while Christy was with us and Andrea and her were running faster than I was ready to....It kinda sucks to be behind sometimes...who am I kidding...it sucks all the time. In time- I'll get fasterrr...................
I really love running this amount of time and this distance. Could have done without the hiway traffic. But it still was glorious and I felt absolutely blessed!
For recovery tried the moon pants that Chipolte/Garmin team uses. They were awesome and I think they helped a lot. The Wendy's hambuger might have helped too :)
All in all- great run! I ran 26 miles and was not dead by the end! It feels great to already be able to run 26 miles and I'm a year out from IRONMAN..... Cool stuff!!!!!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Reflections on the weekend...
It was a hard training weekend. My hip started hurting and affected the way I walked. Got a chiropractic adjustment and bodywork done on Tues. Today I am walking normal again and am painfree.
What caused this...last week I slipped on some ice...and think that started the problems off.....
I did my workouts, with pain, but got through them. It was a challenging weekend...that's for sure. Lot's of running on a messed up hip.
Today's a rest day. I'm glad for that.
Have been paying attention to what I am eating. No holiday sweets this week as I feel it affected my ability-or should I say inability to run on Sat. I have a 25 mi run coming Sat...I am hoping to feel good and to support myself with proper nutrition.
This will be a good test for my head language.....
Link to the run:
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1556743
What caused this...last week I slipped on some ice...and think that started the problems off.....
I did my workouts, with pain, but got through them. It was a challenging weekend...that's for sure. Lot's of running on a messed up hip.
Today's a rest day. I'm glad for that.
Have been paying attention to what I am eating. No holiday sweets this week as I feel it affected my ability-or should I say inability to run on Sat. I have a 25 mi run coming Sat...I am hoping to feel good and to support myself with proper nutrition.
This will be a good test for my head language.....
Link to the run:
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/1556743
Monday, December 15, 2008
Early Monday Morning
Up early for 2 x 500 swim before masters today...temp is -3...should be fun getting to and from the rec center.
Slept ok- kinda woke up a few times, a bit tired this morning...
Cup-o-tea and time to go soon.
Slept ok- kinda woke up a few times, a bit tired this morning...
Cup-o-tea and time to go soon.
Sunday, December 14, 2008
First Day of Blogging
My goodness. It was one heck of a training weekend. Saturdays run about did me in. It was brutal and felt harder than Ultimate Race in Moab. I had a hard time keeping up with the group...The way I'd describe it is I felt ROUGH around the edges. Never hit a groove, never found that rhythm. Today was not much better....my legs are SORE. Got a bit of a right hip thing going on, it's a bit hard to walk normal.....
The holidays have taken their toll also. My thoughts are that I did not eat so well this past week and it caught up with me this weekend. Good to learn this now.
Need to dig down and not give up. Sonja was great and helped me a lot. Talked to me about strategies, form and what to not have go through my mind. I so appreciated that!
Early night...Time for bed...
WEEKLY-
Swims: 2 miles swim- felt great
Bikes: 1 day of 1 hours
Runs: 3 days- 4:45
Others: Strength- 2 days.
Sleep: Ok this week- RHR High
Recovery: Not much recovery this week
Mood: Overall- positive but energy down.
Health: Healthy...
Comments:Good week....hard weekend...need to focus on nutrition again!!!
The holidays have taken their toll also. My thoughts are that I did not eat so well this past week and it caught up with me this weekend. Good to learn this now.
Need to dig down and not give up. Sonja was great and helped me a lot. Talked to me about strategies, form and what to not have go through my mind. I so appreciated that!
Early night...Time for bed...
WEEKLY-
Swims: 2 miles swim- felt great
Bikes: 1 day of 1 hours
Runs: 3 days- 4:45
Others: Strength- 2 days.
Sleep: Ok this week- RHR High
Recovery: Not much recovery this week
Mood: Overall- positive but energy down.
Health: Healthy...
Comments:Good week....hard weekend...need to focus on nutrition again!!!
Pictures from Practical Coaching
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Ultimate XC Moab Trail Race
Went to Moab on Nov 14-16 for a 20 miler "trail race".
The race ended up being 23 miles (Canadian)- and was an adventure run! The run was spectacular!
Running through the most beautiful canyons and mesas in Moab. As I was running I frequently felt so blessed that I was able to be exactly there in that moment and that I was able to run.
The run was challenging at times...the hardest part for me was just running sometimes. My strengths came from my years of climbing and backpacking. We had to ascend from one canyon to a mesa over the course of less than one mile with an elevation gain of 2800'. This felt like a rest to
me...as I had hiked ascents like this many times, but this time I did not have a pack on.
The other part that play to my strengths was crossing rock and descending rock. At these areas I was able to pass people who weren't as comfortable on these sections. I loved the race. 6 hours went by fast it seemed. I finished in 5:55:46. Not bad for my first race....also, heard from people who have done adventure runs befor that this was a more technical and challenging course than most races......What a great time....I am feeling more fit and more confident in my abilitites as an athlete!!Love it! I could do more of these races!
Pictures from Practical Coaching
The race ended up being 23 miles (Canadian)- and was an adventure run! The run was spectacular!
Running through the most beautiful canyons and mesas in Moab. As I was running I frequently felt so blessed that I was able to be exactly there in that moment and that I was able to run.The run was challenging at times...the hardest part for me was just running sometimes. My strengths came from my years of climbing and backpacking. We had to ascend from one canyon to a mesa over the course of less than one mile with an elevation gain of 2800'. This felt like a rest to
me...as I had hiked ascents like this many times, but this time I did not have a pack on.The other part that play to my strengths was crossing rock and descending rock. At these areas I was able to pass people who weren't as comfortable on these sections. I loved the race. 6 hours went by fast it seemed. I finished in 5:55:46. Not bad for my first race....also, heard from people who have done adventure runs befor that this was a more technical and challenging course than most races......What a great time....I am feeling more fit and more confident in my abilitites as an athlete!!Love it! I could do more of these races!
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Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Another Weekend Training
Another weekend training...
So what an incredible weekend. It was absolutely beautiful with perfect weather. Ran Dinasor ridge to Red Rock stairs...the stairs were great. Did 8 sets-felt good, but boy am I sore in my calves after that.Ran back to car through RR and it was a bit tough....It was great to be with the group. I am enjoying doing things with everyone.3000 m swim Sundayy. Fun. It was tough for a bit theere but got over that and hit a sweat rythym. 1:04:22 for my time. I could have pushed harder. I can see how I am holding back, but then again it is Lsd time.
So what an incredible weekend. It was absolutely beautiful with perfect weather. Ran Dinasor ridge to Red Rock stairs...the stairs were great. Did 8 sets-felt good, but boy am I sore in my calves after that.Ran back to car through RR and it was a bit tough....It was great to be with the group. I am enjoying doing things with everyone.3000 m swim Sundayy. Fun. It was tough for a bit theere but got over that and hit a sweat rythym. 1:04:22 for my time. I could have pushed harder. I can see how I am holding back, but then again it is Lsd time.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
HalfMax Long Course Nationals
HalfMax Long Course Nationals
What an experience that was. The hardest thing I have done in Tris so far. I did it and it was brutal.
What an experience that was. The hardest thing I have done in Tris so far. I did it and it was brutal.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
The First Week of Training for IRONMAN Cozumel
The First Week of Training for IRONMAN Cozumel
So this week started my first weekend of serious training again with the goal of IM Coz. I am ready to train train train.....Had a good run on Sat on the Colorado Trail from Waterton Canyon. 16 mi in 4:04I felt good. Almost went out too fast but then I felt steady and solid for the trail. I lvoed it.My legs are sore today. The next day. opppNovemeber starts my training in earnsest. I had two slower, easier weeks. But no more. Time to rock it to Cozumel!
So this week started my first weekend of serious training again with the goal of IM Coz. I am ready to train train train.....Had a good run on Sat on the Colorado Trail from Waterton Canyon. 16 mi in 4:04I felt good. Almost went out too fast but then I felt steady and solid for the trail. I lvoed it.My legs are sore today. The next day. opppNovemeber starts my training in earnsest. I had two slower, easier weeks. But no more. Time to rock it to Cozumel!
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