With all my training I have been pretty hard on the running shoes I got in mid-sept. I estimate that I have approximately 150Miles my latest pair of Saucony ProGrid Guide 2. I was expecting to get 300Miles out of these shoes but these seemed to wear much faster than the ASICS I typically wear.
Overall I have been happy with the Saucony shoes. They provided a good cushioned sole and the fit was snug but not to tight. My only complaint is that sole material did not last. During my last few runs I have felt more pressure on my big toe than usual. This is typical for over-prontators like me, and I figure that my shoes must be close to shot. I decided to head to Ragged Mountain to see what they had to say.
I tried on a few different shoes and decided to get back to the ASICS. It will be interesting to see how ASICS GT-2140 hold up.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Today's Run - 11/28
A quick run this morning before spending the day with family. It was ~35F when I headed out my run. I wore running pants, a short sleeved dry fit shirt and a skull cap to stay warm. The crisp air was refreshing to run in and I did not feel cold once I was warmed up.
My goal for today was to just have a fun run and stay lose for the CVille 4Miler next Saturday. I ran a little over 3.75Miles with a 9:30 pace. I was a bit slower today, most likely due to my legs being sore from the run on Thursday and the gym workout yesterday.
My goal for today was to just have a fun run and stay lose for the CVille 4Miler next Saturday. I ran a little over 3.75Miles with a 9:30 pace. I was a bit slower today, most likely due to my legs being sore from the run on Thursday and the gym workout yesterday.
Friday, November 27, 2009
2009 Boars Head Turkey Trot Results
The official results were posted for the 2009 Boar's Head Turkey Trot. I was happy to see that I placed 10th out 36 in my age division and 174 out 1192. I am still surprised with my 8:13 pace on the hilly course.
PLACE NAME ===== ========================= 174 Douglas Morrison S AG DIV DIV/TOT TIME PACE CTC NO. = == ===== ======== ======= ===== === ===== M 34 M3034 10/36 25:27 8:13 481
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Race Day - 2009 Boars Head Turkey Trot - 11/25
A cold crisp foggy Thanksgiving morning for the Boars Head Turkey Trot this year. Emily, Ella and I piled into the car early this morning and headed out for the race. We arrived ~30mins before race time allowing us to get little bit to eat and for me to do a quick warm up run. Emily and Ella met up with another family to walk the race as I set out to see if I could break 30mins in a 5K Race.
The starting line was pretty much a free for all with people crowding to try to get a good start. This was a different feeling from the controlled start in Richmond. I held back a bit to think about my race strategy and waited for the starters gun. Once the crowd started moving, I began to work my way through the mass of people trying to get some open running room. I started the race very fast, doing the first 1/2 mile in under 5mins and first mile in 7:47. At that point I started to worry that I could not keep this pace, as the last 2.1miles have significant change in elevations. I continued to push hard up the hills and trying to take advantage of the downhills. The 2nd mile showed up quickly and I my time was just over 15mins. This pace was far ahead of my expected 18min target. Knowing that I only had 1mile left I work to keep the pace and luckily the the last mile is all down hill. As soon as I could see the finish line I reached for my last kick to see if I could pick up some more time and pass a few people. I pulled a few runners with me as charged to the finish. I completed the Race in ~25min and very surprised on how fast I actually ran.
I told Emily before the race that I thought I had a 60% chance of finishing under 30mins. I can't believe that I actually crushed my stretch goal of 27mins. I think I need to reevaluate my goals and confidence in my running. As others have said I am just a "Sand Bagger." I guess I need to target a low 20min for my next 5K time.
After finishing the race I grabbed some water, bagel and banana. I then started to walk the course backwards to find Emily and Ella. I found them at mile 1.5 and we then walked the remaining 1.7miles together. It was a great way to start Thanksgiving day!
The starting line was pretty much a free for all with people crowding to try to get a good start. This was a different feeling from the controlled start in Richmond. I held back a bit to think about my race strategy and waited for the starters gun. Once the crowd started moving, I began to work my way through the mass of people trying to get some open running room. I started the race very fast, doing the first 1/2 mile in under 5mins and first mile in 7:47. At that point I started to worry that I could not keep this pace, as the last 2.1miles have significant change in elevations. I continued to push hard up the hills and trying to take advantage of the downhills. The 2nd mile showed up quickly and I my time was just over 15mins. This pace was far ahead of my expected 18min target. Knowing that I only had 1mile left I work to keep the pace and luckily the the last mile is all down hill. As soon as I could see the finish line I reached for my last kick to see if I could pick up some more time and pass a few people. I pulled a few runners with me as charged to the finish. I completed the Race in ~25min and very surprised on how fast I actually ran.
I told Emily before the race that I thought I had a 60% chance of finishing under 30mins. I can't believe that I actually crushed my stretch goal of 27mins. I think I need to reevaluate my goals and confidence in my running. As others have said I am just a "Sand Bagger." I guess I need to target a low 20min for my next 5K time.
After finishing the race I grabbed some water, bagel and banana. I then started to walk the course backwards to find Emily and Ella. I found them at mile 1.5 and we then walked the remaining 1.7miles together. It was a great way to start Thanksgiving day!
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Turkey Trot Prep
I have not run since Sunday and I am starting to anxious to run on Thursday. I have tried to rest my legs for the race which I find hard to do after doing some type of exercise every day for so long. I did work out yesterday in the Gym and plan to swim tomorrow morning.
I picked up our race packets this afternoon, I am bib #481 and Em is #482. As I drove into the Boar's Head grounds I was able to see where the start/finish line will be and drove on 1st 1/2 or so of the course. I am excited to run this race again to see is if I can beat my best posted time of 32:19mins. If all goes well I will have a sub 30mins race time.
I picked up our race packets this afternoon, I am bib #481 and Em is #482. As I drove into the Boar's Head grounds I was able to see where the start/finish line will be and drove on 1st 1/2 or so of the course. I am excited to run this race again to see is if I can beat my best posted time of 32:19mins. If all goes well I will have a sub 30mins race time.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Today's Run - 11/22
I quick run this morning to prepare for the turkey trot. I really wanted to see if I could break 30Mins for the 5K distance. I was pleasantly surprised to see that I did the 3.36M in 30:11. The turkey trot course is a bit more hilly than the track I ran in Glenmore this morning, but this does give me confidence that I will meet my goal on Thursday.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Today's Run - 11/19
Today was the first run since the race on Saturday. I was feeling a bit anxious to get back out there. My legs were a little tired, and my right knee has been tight / sore since Saturday.
I woke up each morning this week and decided not to run because of a chest cold that I have been fighting. This morning I was feeling rested enough to put the running shoes back on. I opened the door to find a dark, cool and wet morning that was probably not ideal for a run. I had my rain gear on and headed out see how it would go.
I planned to do a ~3Miles to prep for the turkey trot and work pacing by having intermittent bursts. Overall it was a good run. I hope to break 30Mins for the turkey trot 5K, and I think that will be a challenge.
I woke up each morning this week and decided not to run because of a chest cold that I have been fighting. This morning I was feeling rested enough to put the running shoes back on. I opened the door to find a dark, cool and wet morning that was probably not ideal for a run. I had my rain gear on and headed out see how it would go.
I planned to do a ~3Miles to prep for the turkey trot and work pacing by having intermittent bursts. Overall it was a good run. I hope to break 30Mins for the turkey trot 5K, and I think that will be a challenge.
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