"I decided to go for a little run." - Forrest Gump
I wanted to see what would happen if I ran and didn't stop till my body made me. Before, it was about achieving a number. Today was about seeing how far my body would last. The main reason for that was because I was reading all sorts of material and asking various runners how to do alot of miles. Things sorta got jumbled in my head so I thought, "What is Toni capable of?" Even I didn't know.
Basically, God and I had a long talk today because I ran 9.75 miles!! I know it seems silly not to run that extra .25 but towards the end my knee's started hurting and I wasn't gonna cause damage for the sake of a # BUT this is the most huge thing I've ever done in running!!
Boling Park
9.75 Miles Yeah!!!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
April 13th 2010 Running Blog
"Jogging is very beneficial. It's good for your legs and your feet. It's also very good for the ground. It makes it feel needed." ~Charles Schulz, Peanuts
Today was interesting. I slept in, missing my morning run then looked out the window to see oh no! Its too late to run....where did today go?? If you find that out let me know.
Did not run - sorry ground ;-)
Today was interesting. I slept in, missing my morning run then looked out the window to see oh no! Its too late to run....where did today go?? If you find that out let me know.
Did not run - sorry ground ;-)
Monday, April 12, 2010
April 12th 2010 Running Blog
"Fitness is a stage you pass through on the way to becoming a racer." - Dr. George Sheehan
I made up my mind this weekend on what it was that I actually want to accomplish. I would like by November 25th to run a half Marathon, not because it is Thanksgiving but because its my birthday. I would like to be able to say, "Before I turned 38 I ran a Half Marathon!" I think that would be a pretty cool birthday present to me from me haha! :-)
I realize alot of things need to change. I started researching running charts to get you started on the right path to do that. I was surprised at how many days there wern't much running. That does not make sence to me but they are the professionals, right? I hope so. However, I did run today :-)
I also realize there are other fitness type things I need to do outside running, cross trainging. Haven't quite explored that area yet. I know one thing, I know I have ultra weak arms!! Maybe start there, lift weights or something? I'll do more research.
But ya, I need to get my body into shape so I can do this Marathon well. I don't want to do it and just do it. I want to do it well, the best within me. I think I can pin point when.... suddenly, snap! I loved running! I run as much as my body will let me. I just run. Now, I'm going to run with intent. And that is training to run really well for a half marathon, before I turn 38 years old :-)
Boling Park
3.0 Miles
I made up my mind this weekend on what it was that I actually want to accomplish. I would like by November 25th to run a half Marathon, not because it is Thanksgiving but because its my birthday. I would like to be able to say, "Before I turned 38 I ran a Half Marathon!" I think that would be a pretty cool birthday present to me from me haha! :-)
I realize alot of things need to change. I started researching running charts to get you started on the right path to do that. I was surprised at how many days there wern't much running. That does not make sence to me but they are the professionals, right? I hope so. However, I did run today :-)
I also realize there are other fitness type things I need to do outside running, cross trainging. Haven't quite explored that area yet. I know one thing, I know I have ultra weak arms!! Maybe start there, lift weights or something? I'll do more research.
But ya, I need to get my body into shape so I can do this Marathon well. I don't want to do it and just do it. I want to do it well, the best within me. I think I can pin point when.... suddenly, snap! I loved running! I run as much as my body will let me. I just run. Now, I'm going to run with intent. And that is training to run really well for a half marathon, before I turn 38 years old :-)
Boling Park
3.0 Miles
Sunday, April 11, 2010
April 11th 2010 Running Blog
"I love running cross country....On a track, I feel like a hamster." - Robin Williams
This is my day of rest however, I was able to show my friend visiting from Ohio where I run and like to spend peaceful moments and we agreed....anything other than running cross country is boring. So, we enjoyed our time there along with a couple other friends and Jeremy.
Did not run, day of rest.
This is my day of rest however, I was able to show my friend visiting from Ohio where I run and like to spend peaceful moments and we agreed....anything other than running cross country is boring. So, we enjoyed our time there along with a couple other friends and Jeremy.
Did not run, day of rest.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
April 10th 2010 Running Blog
"Cross Country is like poker. You have to be holding five good cards all the time." - Rollie Geiger
Miss'n a few cards.
Didn't run.
Miss'n a few cards.
Didn't run.
Friday, April 9, 2010
April 9th 2010 Running Blog
"I run because I can. When I get tired, I remember those who can't run, what they'd give to have this simple gift I take for granted, and I run harder for them. I know they would do the same for me." - Unknown
Today was hard. I was very ill. That being said I ran with Jeremy who was hurting more than me. Knowing that, I didn't quit. However, I didn't go as far as I wanted to either. But all in all any run is a good one :-)
Boling Park
3.5 Miles
Today was hard. I was very ill. That being said I ran with Jeremy who was hurting more than me. Knowing that, I didn't quit. However, I didn't go as far as I wanted to either. But all in all any run is a good one :-)
Boling Park
3.5 Miles
Thursday, April 8, 2010
April 8th 2010 Running Blog
"God is the kindest person I ever met" - Graham Cooke
(teary eyed) My Heavenly Father loves me very much....Thank You for the rain...
Boling Park
4 Miles Ran
(teary eyed) My Heavenly Father loves me very much....Thank You for the rain...
Boling Park
4 Miles Ran
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