In the 110th running of the Boston Marathon, I finished in 2:49:56.
I'll be following up tomorrow with a detailed (prepare to do some reading) report about the weekend. For those stats gurus out there, my 1/2 split (it didn't register on the mats) was approximately 1:26:20. So I negative split it like a madman.
I enjoyed all the commentary. It was a welcomed surprise and its nice to know you care. You guys rock!
Monday, April 17, 2006
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Leaving on a Jet Plane
Did you know that I'm running the Boston Marathon on monday? Heading out friday morning. For those that have nothing to do, or want to waste time at work, you'll be able to follow my progress online. BTW, you can search for me by name or by bib number -- I'm lucky number 3178. It is being televised on OLN, but none of the cable systems I know (here, home) carry it. SOL. Here are some pertinent links:
BAA/Boston Marathon
Idiot's Guide to the Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon Split Calculator
The last one calculates splits based on the variable terrain of the race. Feel free to play around with it. If you don't want to waste time at work, here are a range of splits that I will be in:
Of course these splits are based on even splitting. I've negative-split my first two marathons and want to run a strategic race in Boston. The first part of the race features a significant downhill. People have a tendancy to run too fast and trash their quads. By the time they get to the hills from miles 16-21 they are paying for it and till the end they are in a world of hurt. I plan on running very conservatively (if that first mile was right aroun 6:45 I'd be VERY happy) at the beginning so that when the time comes I can attack.
I probably won't update this until I get back on tuesday -- look for a full-fledged, more then you can handle recap and race review.
BAA/Boston Marathon
Idiot's Guide to the Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon Split Calculator
The last one calculates splits based on the variable terrain of the race. Feel free to play around with it. If you don't want to waste time at work, here are a range of splits that I will be in:
| Pace | 10K | Half | 30K | Finish |
| 6:40 | 41:25.5 | 1:27:20 | 2:04:16 | 2:54:48 |
| 6:30 | 40:23.4 | 1:25:09 | 2:01:10 | 2:50:25 |
| 6:20 | 39:21.2 | 1:22:58 | 1:58:03 | 2:46:03 |
Of course these splits are based on even splitting. I've negative-split my first two marathons and want to run a strategic race in Boston. The first part of the race features a significant downhill. People have a tendancy to run too fast and trash their quads. By the time they get to the hills from miles 16-21 they are paying for it and till the end they are in a world of hurt. I plan on running very conservatively (if that first mile was right aroun 6:45 I'd be VERY happy) at the beginning so that when the time comes I can attack.
I probably won't update this until I get back on tuesday -- look for a full-fledged, more then you can handle recap and race review.
Sunday, April 09, 2006
Waiting is the Hardest Part.
8 days out. I've finished up all of my hard workouts and now its all nice and easy until next monday. I'm feeling ok. The legs were a bit off today, but that's taper. I just want to run this damn thing. The weather is looking good, but we're still a week away. Taper, for those who do not follow the training habits of swimmers, runners, or triathletes is the gradual decrease of mileage during the last 3-4 weeks of training. You basically abuse your body for 3-4 months then use taper to rest up. It does sound a bit counter-intuitive to the everday lay person, but it is a proven training method. Your body feels wacky...pluse an increase in energy makes people behave in peculiar ways. Of course I need to adhere to the traditional taper guidelines...no eating after 10, watch what I eat so I don't put on a couple of extra pounds, no ending or beginning relationships, and all that stuff that tdc3 used to preach to us that I'll preach to my swimmers when I'm a coach.
How to cheat at Sudoku. Oh no I didn't!
A couple of things for those of you who pay attention to stuff like this. I've added some links, namely World's Most Tortured Fans which is a blog about all things Cleveland sports. Yes I think I've found someone who is more cynical about this subject then myself! And under Music Blogs, I've added Indoor Fireworks. Good stuff there. I also finally added a counter down at the bottom.
Deadliest Catch has returned for it's second season. This is about the only reality show where you might see someone die. Seriously, its that intense. These guys work their butts off in some extreme conditions all to make as much money in a few weeks to support them for the rest of the year.
How to cheat at Sudoku. Oh no I didn't!
A couple of things for those of you who pay attention to stuff like this. I've added some links, namely World's Most Tortured Fans which is a blog about all things Cleveland sports. Yes I think I've found someone who is more cynical about this subject then myself! And under Music Blogs, I've added Indoor Fireworks. Good stuff there. I also finally added a counter down at the bottom.
Deadliest Catch has returned for it's second season. This is about the only reality show where you might see someone die. Seriously, its that intense. These guys work their butts off in some extreme conditions all to make as much money in a few weeks to support them for the rest of the year.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Spring is Here Again
This was supposed to go up last night, but blogger decided to eat the post. Twice. Grrrr. I'll try to remember what I discussed. Anyways, I should just bomb the blogosphere.
So spring has decided to arrive. Yesterday there were blue skies, in the 60s, and I was able to run in shorts & a sleeveless-T. Let's just hope we see no more snow...of course last year we got dumped on something like the 3rd or 4th weekend in April.
My buddy Tom has a blog. It's not that exciting, but he's a law student, so what do you expect?
I was in the shoe lab talking with some folks the other day about my plans for Boston (17 days out!!). The question came up about which shoes I'm going to run in. I made the comment that I have no shortage of shoes to choose from, but I think I'll be going with my Brooks Axioms. I then commented about how back in my swimming days our coach (tdc3 ya'll) always told us to put our suits, goggles, etc in our carry-on luggage in the event that our other luggage gets lost. Our IT guy pipped in that his XC coach said the same thing -- pack your uniform and spikes in your carry-on. I got a bit of a kick out of that.
In other swimming-related things...over spring break the OFOMOL and I decided to spend a couple of days in Canada. My parents had sent my birth certificate so I could travel to and from the country. Due to inefficiencies in the US Postal system our departure was delayed and I had doubts about whether we would be going or not. In my gloom, she offered up this nugget of wisdom: "what is it you always say? suck on the good."
So spring has decided to arrive. Yesterday there were blue skies, in the 60s, and I was able to run in shorts & a sleeveless-T. Let's just hope we see no more snow...of course last year we got dumped on something like the 3rd or 4th weekend in April.
My buddy Tom has a blog. It's not that exciting, but he's a law student, so what do you expect?
I was in the shoe lab talking with some folks the other day about my plans for Boston (17 days out!!). The question came up about which shoes I'm going to run in. I made the comment that I have no shortage of shoes to choose from, but I think I'll be going with my Brooks Axioms. I then commented about how back in my swimming days our coach (tdc3 ya'll) always told us to put our suits, goggles, etc in our carry-on luggage in the event that our other luggage gets lost. Our IT guy pipped in that his XC coach said the same thing -- pack your uniform and spikes in your carry-on. I got a bit of a kick out of that.
In other swimming-related things...over spring break the OFOMOL and I decided to spend a couple of days in Canada. My parents had sent my birth certificate so I could travel to and from the country. Due to inefficiencies in the US Postal system our departure was delayed and I had doubts about whether we would be going or not. In my gloom, she offered up this nugget of wisdom: "what is it you always say? suck on the good."
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Get Over It!
Who's been following the South Park/Isaac Hayes/Scientology ordeal? Personally I'm a big fan of the show. I think it is one of the few outlets which creatively spoofs and satires pretty much everything. And whenever you think they've done it all, they go one step beyond. But this is getting ridiculous. I identify with numerous groups that Matt & Trey have made fun of. Do I get pissed off? No. I realize that anything you identify with is not perfect and subject to ridicule and scrutinization. The fact that Isaac Hayes quit over this issue and Tom Cruise is being...well Tom Cruise, goes to show you that these people take themselves way too seriously.
I've noticed while driving around a diappropriate number of political stickers on cars left over from the 2004 campaign. For those of you still cursing/celebrating the election I have some words for you.
The Democrats
OK, we get it, you supported Kerry & Edwards. However, they lost. GET OVER IT! That sticker just shows that you still haven't accepted the victory of the GOP. Your party ran the wrong candidates, plain and simple. You had a prime opportunity to take over the White House from one of the most polarizing presidents in history and you screwed it up. This just shows the ineptitude of your party. Hopefully in 2008 you get it correct and can make amends for the past 10+ years slide into mediocrity.
The Republicans
OK, we get it, you supported George W Bush. The election is over and done with. GET OVER IT! Just because your party & candidate won, doesn't mean he's the best president ever. No, it is pretty obvious that he has made some mistakes. If you hope to keep control of Congress and the White House in 2008 you cannot sit on your laurels and assume the religious-right will carry you to victory. Remember those more moderate (and more sane) members of your party.
OK and another note. Remember all those people who were going to move to Canada in their post-2004 election sorrow? Doesn't that go against what we, as Americans, believe in? I've always been under the opinion that a defeat can lead to future victory. If you Democrats (presumably they are the ones that wanted to move to Canada) move, that just gives the GOP a better chance at victory next time. In all actuality, if you are displeased you should stay and organize and fight so that victory next time is yours. Seriously, this is one of the reasons the Democratic party has been in disarray the past couple of years.
I've noticed while driving around a diappropriate number of political stickers on cars left over from the 2004 campaign. For those of you still cursing/celebrating the election I have some words for you.
The Democrats
OK, we get it, you supported Kerry & Edwards. However, they lost. GET OVER IT! That sticker just shows that you still haven't accepted the victory of the GOP. Your party ran the wrong candidates, plain and simple. You had a prime opportunity to take over the White House from one of the most polarizing presidents in history and you screwed it up. This just shows the ineptitude of your party. Hopefully in 2008 you get it correct and can make amends for the past 10+ years slide into mediocrity.
The Republicans
OK, we get it, you supported George W Bush. The election is over and done with. GET OVER IT! Just because your party & candidate won, doesn't mean he's the best president ever. No, it is pretty obvious that he has made some mistakes. If you hope to keep control of Congress and the White House in 2008 you cannot sit on your laurels and assume the religious-right will carry you to victory. Remember those more moderate (and more sane) members of your party.
OK and another note. Remember all those people who were going to move to Canada in their post-2004 election sorrow? Doesn't that go against what we, as Americans, believe in? I've always been under the opinion that a defeat can lead to future victory. If you Democrats (presumably they are the ones that wanted to move to Canada) move, that just gives the GOP a better chance at victory next time. In all actuality, if you are displeased you should stay and organize and fight so that victory next time is yours. Seriously, this is one of the reasons the Democratic party has been in disarray the past couple of years.
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