7 Miles Today!

Today I did my first 7 miler! What a Joy! I wasn't really feeling it at first, but I was able to push myself through each mile. I did no walking, and finished in a decent time. The significance of this run is that it is over the halfway point for the half-marathon. I know that may sound weird, but considering my previous training programs this place in the training is a big deal to me.

I will let you know this secret. I believe that my longest training runs prior to any previous mini-marathon was 7 miles. I could have done one 8 miler but I don't think so. Anywho, seven miles today. My right knee is a little sore, but not terrible!

Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and enjoys the precious time you have with your families and loved ones.

Merry Christmas.
-matt-

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Now playing: John Williams - Brown Eyed Girl
via FoxyTunes

Snowy day in Goshen

We had traveled through the snow on Sat night. Over night Goshen got about 10 inches of snow. It wasn't that bad because the crews in Elkhart county seem to always do a good job.

This was a car that was stuck in the plowed snow. I am glad it wasn't mine.

The Commander did great in the snow. I was happy to have it.

Sarasota Marathon Details etc...

In case you haven't figured it out, I am planning on running my first marathon on March 2nd 2008 in Sarasota Florida. I have been visiting Sarasota since I was just a kid. My grand parents live only a half block off the race course which will make for an easy view for them. :)

The Sarasota Marathon starts at the John and Mable Ringling Museum. It runs south towards Bayfront Park then out to St. Armands Circle. Then turns around in Ken Thompson park then back to Ringling.

Here is some additional Info:

• Marathon Course Map- 2008 Course!
• Course Narrative with Pictures
• Turn By Turn Street Directions
• Spectator Areas

I am sure you will hear more about this from me... Stay tuned, this could be the start of some great things to come!



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Now playing: The Smashing Pumpkins - Bullet with Butterfly Wings
via FoxyTunes

83 days doesn't seem that long

Ran my first 5 mile run today! IT went good. I should hope the next one goes a little better. Managed a 48:10 for the 5 miles. That works out to a 9:38 pace. Acceptable by me :)

Well off to clean up and watch some football. It is a cold and lazy day here!

-me-