Looks like we've won the lottery...

Congratulations to the team. You are all winners in my book.

Cold Turkey Run

Yesterday was one of our test runs to see how ready we all are for Moab. We (Megan, Doug, Dave, Anne, and Alex) all ran a 6k from the Utah Capital up City Creek and down through Memory Grove. We were all doing good until we came upon some guy who did not train at all for the run and had passed out in the middle of the raod with about a mile left to go. That slowed us all down. We won't say who it was that passed out, but he was listed in the group above. Moral of the story, you better start practicing now for moab!!

The Blue Light Special

Ok gang, I have officially set up our group for the Moab Half-Marathon. To register, click on the link or paste it in your browser. By the way, in case you didn't see the title of this entry - our group name is "The Blue Light Special". Lame I know, but I couldn't think of anything else.

https://secure.marathonguide.com/register/moabhalfmarathon/Canyonlands/index.cfm?Code=5966981Vr&EID=362

I'm bring'n Brettman Back...

Alright Dave...this is a family blog. Just because Anne lets you run around in your speedo at home (yes Dave does have a speedo--his friend at business school (NOT ME!) bought it for him...it is a little weird, I know) doesn't mean you can run around here looking like that.

Well, I have yet to post on here since I started this thing. And it is mostly due to the fact that while September was a great month for running, the Rockies kept me up way too late almost every night in October to hit the treadmill at 5:30 am. So, it is now November and aside from my cougars, I am running out of excuses and I am attempting to get back on the wagon. Part of my problem is that 1) I hate running on the treadmill--I really need the wind in my hair and the asphalt beneath my feet. I am just too much of a Pansie at the moment to take off in the dark when it is below freezing outside. And 2) until my registration clears the bank...I am always a little reluctant to go hard core on the training--there is always a slight possibility that my exercise vacation may get extended for just a little while longer...a guy can hope.

Oh, and please welcome the newest bloke to the blog--Alex. We are all keen as mustard to have you aboard mate. (And it is about time that we had some more cougars to balance out this group.)

Happy registration everyone...

Confession

OK honestly, the only reason why I haven't posted anything in a while is because while y'all were training I was on vacation down in Miami. Plus, just look at my body, do you think I really need to do anything with this chiseled body.

Well Anne, your picture inspired me to post a recent pic of myself. As you can see, this training has really strengthened my abs. You can't even tell I've had a baby, can you? The day this picture was taken was a warm one, hence the reason why I am pouring water on myself. Also take note all of you in competition with me: I am #1 and I have the piece of paper draped across my chest to prove it!

WHERE ARE YOU?

So come on guys! You know I read this blog too, even though I am just the fan on the sidelines cheering y'all on. No one has posted a blog in a while! I wanna hear how your training is going. Just so you all know, I am on the process of training right now. Yeah I know training for a 6k seems whimpy. All I can say is more power to all of you who have the endurance to train for a half marathon. I don't think I could do it! GO GET EM!!! ~Anne

PS Don't I look great after only a month of training?

Admission

So I've got to admit that I really haven't been running lately. With the move, Alex's homecoming back in SLC, a busy work schedule, Indians October baseball (honestly I could come up with a lot more excuses) I haven't had a chance to really run for about a week - sad huh. Hopefully, everything will settle down and I'll be able to get back out. I've got to take my hat off to Megan for keeping diligent on her schedule - and to everybody else who has kept to their schedule too. I promise next post will be more optimistic.

And so it begins...

Well I started running yesterday. I was my first time in a LONG time since I have been swimming so much. It felt really great and got me really excited for March! A friend in my ward passed along this web site to help keep track of your distance when you do your outside runs: www.gmaps-pedometer.com . According to that, I did a 4.5 walk/run yesterday. Just add on another 8 or so miles and I will be ready. Happy running!

Goodbye Donuts, Hello Celery

Thanks to Brettman for getting this blog started. I told Anne that since there is now a blog for the Moab half marathon I can't fake an injury to get out of racing. I'm looking forward to training and updating the blog. My only real fear in running in Moab is the elevation difference between Cleveland and Moab. I'll just have to be over prepared.I guess I'll have to live through Homer these next couple of months!

Hang on to your toe nails...

"Most people run a race to see who is fastest.
I run a race to see who has the most guts."
- Steve Prefontaine

Well, it is that time of the year again. Summer has ebbed into Fall, the nights are crisp and the days are pleasant...and the Moab Half Marathon is about as many weeks away as it is miles long--give or take a few.

That means it is time to start training. The next few months will be filled with carbo-loading, sore muscles, cramps, sore nipples, blisters, and a few black and blue toe nails. Trust me--you will be glad you did it once it is all over.

Training for a marathon is just as much mental preparation as it is physical preparation. Your body can run 13.1 miles. You just have to convince your mind that you can do it. After that, it is just one foot in front of the other.

And remember, lost toe nails are a badge of honor... so let the road to Moab begin.