Sweetiepie's going to Boston

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Location:

Apple Valley,CA,USA

Member Since:

Jun 02, 2008

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

My personal record is for the Dana Point 10K (chip timed) where I ran it in 1:08:34. My best marathon time was 2006 SGM with a finish time of 5:50.

Short-Term Running Goals:

I want to Qualify for Boston. I turn 50 this year and I want to do it before I turn 51. As part of that goal I want to reach a healthier weight and maintain it.

Long-Term Running Goals:

I want to run 2 marathons and 6 half marathons each year.

Personal:

Married, mother of 5. Race Director for the Valley of Fire Marathon, half marathon and 10k held the Saturday before Thanksgiving each year.

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Mon, Jun 02, 2008
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3.010.003.01

Caitlin ran with us this morning.  She is wanting to lose weight and has asked for some support.  We ran out 1.5 and then turned around and came back.  We averaged 13 1/2 min miles.  I almost decided to go run the miles again as we walked so much on the way back.  However, Fontana is this Saturday and I am after a pr, so decided to leave it in the tank so to speak.  Hopefully it works. 

Comments
From Kerry on Mon, Jun 02, 2008 at 12:04:08

Welcome to the blog! Are you the same Sweetiepie as the one on the St. George Marathon forum? Good luck on your goals! This is definitely the place to come for advice on qualifying for Boston.

From Sweetiepie on Mon, Jun 02, 2008 at 12:09:50

Yes, Kerry I am the same sweetiepie. My daughter found this website and recommended it, as I am trying to be more serious in my weight loss and running efforts. Have we met before?

From Sasha Pachev on Mon, Jun 02, 2008 at 12:32:57

Welcome to the blog. The key element to improving your fitness is consistency in training. Make sure to get out 6 days a week, no exceptions, no excuses. Do not walk any more than 30 seconds at at time if you have to walk at all. Walking is not nearly as effective as running for building your fitness. One time I carried a kid on my back all the way up to the entrance of the Timpanogos Cave, that is quite a climb, but at the end my heart rate was only 96. That same day it was 108 after running a mile in 10:20 with my 5 year old daughter. For me 10:20 is a very slow pace, but still running at a very easy effort I was working considerably harder that walking uphill carrying 30 lb on my back.

From Lybi on Mon, Jun 02, 2008 at 17:28:06

Welcome Sweetiepie! Have you run any marathons yet? What was your PR? And what is your qualifying time for Boston? Keep up the great training!

And BTW, Sasha's advice is sometimes a little different from what a lot of people say about running (no extra rest days, for example), but everything I've ever tried that he has suggested has worked very well for me. That guy knows how to keep off the injured list!

From Kerry on Mon, Jun 02, 2008 at 19:26:45

No, I don't think we've ever met. I usually visit the SGM forum in the weeks leading up to the race and remember seeing your name on a number of posts.

From Sweetiepie on Mon, Jun 02, 2008 at 22:51:02

My marathon pr was at St George 2006 with a 5:50:12. However, I know I am capable of so much more, I just need to train more consistently and lose the weight. I presently run 5 days a week averaging between 20-25 miles. Now that I am gearing up for the slam, I am never under 26.2 and heading towards the 30s. I am doing the slam only to acclimate my body to the distance. I am treating all of them except St George as long slows. I just want to finish them. St George is the one I am after. I am hoping to sub 5 at SGM and then get into serious gear for BQing. I need a 4:15 I believe for Boston. A long way to go but possible.

From Lauren on Tue, Jun 03, 2008 at 01:49:49

You are amazing! my hero..well one of them. =) keep up the great work and have patience with poor caitillian, she will get there. =) i heart your face!

From Walter on Tue, Jun 03, 2008 at 10:10:49

Welcome to the blog. Good luck with your training.

From Cal on Tue, Jun 03, 2008 at 10:53:35

Good to see you on the Blog, Sweetiepie!

From Kim on Tue, Jun 03, 2008 at 11:04:00

So glad to have you on the blog! You are just the type of person who will benefit from being here! You already have the determination! You will love the support you get here! Keep on runnin' and bloggin'!

Tue, Jun 03, 2008
Slow milesFast milesTotal Distance
4.000.004.00

I ran for myself for the first time since moving today.  James left yesterday for Provo and Caitlin opted for a day of rest.  I got out later than usual and it was warmer than I like.  Temp was in the low 70's with clear skies.  Some wind but not enough to be an obstacle. When it did blow it felt good.  Ran 4 miles even and felt pretty good.  I knew I was abit dehydrated, I need to push more fluids.  I think it bothers me the longer I am out.  With Fontana on Saturday I need to make sure I am good and hydrated.   Finished in 46:31.  I will take it.  Running here is very different than in St George.  I ran mostly on the trails there and for the most part they were pretty level.  Here, its nothing but hills.  Doesnt' matter which direction I go, I get them coming and going.  I believe that they are helping me though.  Proof will be in my race times.  We shall see.

Comments
From Lauren on Thu, Jun 05, 2008 at 14:12:07

Hoorah for hills!! I have no idea what long run I am supposed to be doing. I went to that thing and plugged in times and sorry but it was pacing me at 18 and 20 minute miles...I cannot do that if I tried. I think I will need your help figuring that out. or you could manually give me a training schedule. =P good job on your run madre keep it up!

From Sasha Pachev on Thu, Jun 05, 2008 at 14:33:01

Good work.

From Sasha Pachev on Mon, Jun 16, 2008 at 16:08:32

How did Fontana Half go, and how is your training?

From edrickt on Thu, Mar 26, 2009 at 11:06:26 from 64.2.220.135

You haven't blogged in forever! My job is to be the voice in your head that says, "Good running intentions are good."

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7.010.007.01
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