here we go again!

Game on. 

FW Turkey Trot 2013

11.28.13

As a member of the FW Y team, this event will be a staple on my fitness calendar.  The 5k option of this event was my 2nd 5k last year, and, due to my newness to running, I was forced to walk a bit.  My 2012 time for the 5k was 35:13. What a difference a year makes. I opted for the 10k option this year, my 2nd event of that distance. Lindsi and the boys opted for the 5k, and, Griffin was excited about running with mommy.  We took separate cars, and, had a little trouble connecting pre-race.  As a result, I was nowhere near the starting corral when the horn sounded for the 10k.   As I worked my way to the start line, Butler was on the microphone chanting "go derek go".  I had some catching up to do.  The weather was in the 30's at the start, and I had layered my clothing.  About 2 miles in, I realized that I needed to shed some clothing, or, I would overheat.  So, gloves off, fleece jacket around waist, and continue running.  I found a steady pace, and for as hilly of a course as it was, felt good about my rhythm.  My goal is to be under 1 hour in 10k's.  I recognized that I wouldn't quite be there, but, would be close.  As I rounded the corner towards the finish line, I picked up the pace, and, finished in 1:04:40. Not bad, but, a long way to go to be competitive.   As expected, the boys were challenging for Lindsi. Gobbler Trot 1k it is next year.  

Bronda's Duathlon 2013

11.10.13

I registered for this event several months ago, as I figured it would be a good event on a fast course (TMS).   And, it would be my first Du.  As mentioned in a few of my recent posts, I had not been training much, and had spent very little time on the bike, but, figured I could manage.  The day was a little cold for my liking, and the crowd was small, with less than 100 participants.   Race coordination had been turned over to a new management group, as iron head productions had recently disbanded.  

The format was 2 mile run, 15+ mile bike, 2 mile run.  

I got off to a fast start (for me), and ran sub nine minute miles.  Off to transition and the bike. Having ridden this course many times before, I was quite comfortable.  I did notice, however, how slow I am compared to more skilled cyclists on better bikes.  Several times I was blown past as if I was standing still.  While my cycling legs are certainly not with me due to lack of saddle time, my bike is a factor too. I pushed hard and made "ok" time 16.32 miles in 58:17 (16.8 mph per MMR).  The course was intended to be only 15 miles, so my mph shows slower on results.  The last run was much slower, as my legs were gone. 

All in all, a good event.  I'll be back in 14.  

Toro Dash 10k 2013

11.2.13

On a whim, I signed up for this race. The nice thing about living so close to Trinity Park is that races are frequent and close.  I literally signed up for the race the day before the event.  Having recently completed a 5 mile event, I decided to register for the 10k, my first.  My running had decreased drastically over the past few weeks, but, I felt like I could finish the 6.2.  

As usual, I got off to a quicker start than desired, but quickly slowed down to a nice, easy pace.  I was pacing a little slower than I would have liked, but, having never completed this distance before, wanted to make sure that I didn't run out of gas.  I ran the entire time, and feel confident that I can improve my time.  

Goals are becoming clearer for my distances. I need to work my 5k down to 25 minutes, and, 10k's, for now, should be under an hour and improving.  

The stats: 6.23 miles in 1:03:02.