September 4th, 2009
I moved yesterday, so today was my first run from the new pad. It was a little weird since, except for a couple vacation runs, the old place has always been my starting point. One thing I love about the new route is that there’s no 2-block hill to cap off my run but what I don’t like is there’s no 2-block hill to cap off my run (I always thought that bit toughened me up some). Might just detour to take in those blocks sometimes.
The move went really smoothly – the film people left a day early so I was able to cart a bunch of stuff on Wednesday morning, then I spent the rest of the day packing boxes. All that physical labor and anxiety made me think yesterday morning’s MP run was going to suck. But it didn’t.
The run was 14 w/8 at MP (shooting for 7:30s). My MP splits went like this: 7:36, 7:32, 7:24, 7:25, 7:27, 7:28, 7:27, 7:24 for an average of 7:27. But the best part was my HR, which averaged 81%HRR and didn’t climb like a mo-fo. Here’s my HR in graphic form so you can see that it was pretty steady. With 11 weeks of training still to go, I am beginning to think my goal could really happen. (providing no hurricanes, snow storms or mudslides, of course)
As for my running these past weeks, I’ve been going like clockwork to where 70′s ain’t no big deal. Here’s what August looked like (plus an 8 miler on the 31st). Note the 71s…it’s ’cause 71 is more than 70. 
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This week I’m set for 76 with what Hudson calls a “hard 18″ on Sunday (which also happens to be my birthday…48, woohoo!). By hard, he says MP+10% which comes out to 8:15/mi. Shouldn’t be too tough but you never know.
OK, I’m pooped but now that I’m fully in my crappy new apartment (it’s got cute points to it but is basically silly small with a lot of street noise) it’s time to start getting back to the forums and see what everyone’s been up to. Must do some blog reading, too, there’s much to catch up on.
Have a great Labor Day, you Americanos, and as for you foreigners, may your weekend be a goodie.
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Hi Flo!
Glad to hear you are moved in. I moved into my new place at the end of June and it’s quite an experience. I feel like I’m still unpacking everything. It takes so much time and effort to move, I can’t stand the thought of ever doing it again.
You sound like your training hasn’t suffered, you really have the gift. You will easily hit your target. I’m sidelined with a meniscus tear that has left me wondering if I will run again.
Take care,
RG
Yep, 70+ is the new normal, and you’re really nailing those workouts. I have an occasional bad one, but not enough to worry You look on track for a 3:15 or better (mudslides yada yada)
Great to hear the move got done. They’ve been missing you over at RW!
RG, I can’t believe this!! What horrible news, I hope beyond hope that you get back to running asap. You will get back to running! Congrats on your own move, it really is uprooting but I hope you’re enjoying the change of scenery and new home. Many hugs for you and a full recovery.
Jim, it always seems like you’re solid as ever with your running too, funny how we seem to mirror each other. I’m going to start calling you my running brother. :-)
So glad life is getting settled for you! That workout- awesome!!!!!
I got my shirt in the mail earlier this week and it fits great. Good job with your move and keeping up with the running.
I hear ya on the moving thing. Ugh. How funny, my new route has a giant hill right at the beginning, and everyday I wish it was at the end of my route.
71 = the new 70
LARunner, you of the mad millions of miles. I can’t believe how much you’re running lately (over 100/wk, folks). You are amazing.
Runforlife, yay, that’s fab news. I can’t wait to see you in it! And the next time you see me (assuming you’re not in that shirt) will you say “Flo!” or something so I can really lock in on your face? Oops, my decrepitude is showing. :-)
BlackBear, you must be in heaven in your fab new abode. I’m going over to your blog right now. Hey, you suffer from LARunner-sigitis. You don’t put your blog URL in your sig here. Do it girl, it’s good for you. And I wanted to reply to an earlier comment from you…I can’t wait to meet you soon! Woohoo!
The weekend has been a goodie down here Flo – finally some warmth and sun. Of course, 71 miles wouldn’t cut it if you guys had the metric system – that’s only 114k. You’d have to run at least 115k
Good 14 with 8MP – sub 3:15 definitely on.
I usually have a 1/2 k uphill finish too – a good mental test for sure.
Did you get a good look at my face? The hat might have been in the way but I’m always wearing one and I’ve been told by everyone that I don’t look any older than 18.
Ps I was wearing the shirt yesterday(the journey not the destination) and some woman absolutely loved it and I told her about your website
Runforlife, I sure did!! So you were wearing all red the other day, right? I thought it was you that day but wasn’t positive. You have a great smile, btw. And how cool is that about the shirt and you spreading the word…hugs galore for you, girl!