Running in the Dark

Last night I ran 5 miles after work at running club. I have never run at night before. Now it is completely dark by 5pm here so I was a little nervous. I was planning on running 3.5 if my 2 running buds Liz and Anna werent coming. We run a slower pace than the rest of the group so I wanted to make sure they would be there so that I wasnt running alone in the dark. Just like anywhere you should be careful. I was pleasantly surprised that the route we run was more well lit than expected. Its kinda sketchy because we run along the Charles River and there are no fences preventing you from falling in so I try to keep to the street side, just incase of an accident. A few people in the group did fall last night. I ran a 10:31 min pace which was my fasestes 5 mile run. My first 10K was faster/further but in terms of my 5 mile running club session it was the fastest yet in 53 mins. I also won a pair of Mizuno winter gloves, for running outside in the snow/cold. Ive never won a raffle so I was pretty pumped :) All and all it was a good night!

My Farthest Distance Yet!

I broke 7 miles 7.2 to be exact. It was a big leap from  6.2 (10K) to 7.2 but I decided the easiest way is to add on my the mile or  if it gets too hard ill do 1/2 miles. My lower back is sore but It felt good other than that. I never imagined ever being a runner and its amazing what you can set your mind to! My step mom gave me the book "Born to Run" by Christopher Mcdougell which is supposed to be amazing. I cant wait to start reading. My 1/2 Marathon is approaching in 4 months!!!

Nike+ Human Race 10K!

Well I completed my second 10K in 01:05:04 today. I litereally just signed up a few days ago. I definitely wasnt planning on doing another one so soon! I was a minute slower than a few weeks ago due to inclement weather....rain puddles mist etc. This was being tracked by my Nike +, they didnt have chrono chips since it was a free race. But all in all it was more of a fun run than anthing. I highly suggest you get a Nike+ (See post on my other blog "A little Bit of Everything" to track your progress. Since 8/28/09 I have run almost 70 miles! So crazy! Definitely a cool race..free dry fit t and free food :)

Here is a pic of Derly and I after we finished!!

Spinning Victory

Tonight I went to spin class for the first time in over a month. I had been focusing on running since the end of August. I wanted to share that it was the easiest spin class Ive probably ever taken. I did the same resistance as usual. There were just a few subtle differences. It physically jsut wasnt as hard, I didnt sweat as much and I drank less water....these combined mean one thing...my stamina/endurance has built up! I could actually tell a huge difference and I know its because Ive run so much...over 50 miles since 8/28! Its really amazing how the human body can change and stregthen! Its a great feeling :)

10K under my belt!!

My official time for my 10K was 1:04:14 which was an amazing time! I thought id be finishing around 1:20:00 so that was huge for me. I did finish without stopping as well. I ran with a bottle of water so I was able to cruise through the water stations! It was a great day. Can't wait to start training for my half marathon now!!!!

This is a horrible action pic of me rounding the corner to the finish!

Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women

Wow I can't believe its here! I am running my first 10K on Monday. My Mom will be there to see me cross the finish of a 6.2 mile race. I will be happy when this is over so that I can move on to my new mile stone of half marathon training for March! I am so excited!!!

My goal is under 01:30:00 without stopping! Really shooting for 11 min miles 72-75 mins!

I will post the results on monday!

Have a great Columbus Day Weekend Everyone!

One Week Until my 10K

My first 10K is in 1 week! I cannot believe its finally here! I am confident that I will be able to run it without stopping! I am aiming for 11:30 minute miles finishing in less than an 1 hr 20 mins but we will see. Id rather it take longer and finish than to stop. I am excited to run this and then keep training. I am trying to get to 10 miles before it gets really cold. Then I can add on the other 3 in the spring when it gets a little warmer before the 1/2 Marathon in March. Tomorrow I am going to run 5 miles then rest the rest of the week up until the race. I dont want to risk getting injured too close to the race. Ill let you all know how I do!