7.05 miles / 1:03:27 / 9:00 A.P. / Provo River Trail
Usually on January 1, my brothers and I will run down American Fork Canyon at 12:15 a.m. to ring in the new year. I opted out this year cause I've been fighting a cold for better than a week. Don't know why I figured it would be OK to go out and essentially do the same thing later in the day--even if it was 10 degrees warmer (-3° vs. 7°).
Happy New Year everybody!
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 7.05
Comments
From Teena Marie on Sat, Jan 01, 2011 at 20:18:57 from 67.2.114.66
Happy New Year!!!! :) :) :)
From Smooth on Sat, Jan 01, 2011 at 22:41:34 from 67.2.79.80
BRRRR!!! I was wondering if you'd do your traditional NY night run with your brothers just as I got home last night, err this morning! glad you got out in the day...was the sun out during your run?
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
From MarcE on Mon, Jan 03, 2011 at 10:56:40 from 204.16.82.120
Happy New Year, Maynard! (brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr...I hope you get over that cold soon)
Wed, Jan 05, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.00
0.00
5.00
5.0 miles / 0:44:50 / 8:58 A.P. / Treadmill
Yayyyyy...
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 5.00
Comments
From DonGardinero on Fri, Jan 07, 2011 at 00:35:09 from 152.216.7.5
Is your kitchen done yet?
From DonGardinero on Fri, Jan 07, 2011 at 00:54:51 from 152.216.7.5
Hey, there are still three more slots for the Grand Slam, if you're interested.
From Maynard on Fri, Jan 07, 2011 at 10:31:58 from 71.213.1.127
Kitchen is not done. Maybe by June... :
And I've got to pass on the Slam--I've really got to make a concerted effort to cut back on my races this year.
Fri, Jan 07, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
4.00
0.00
4.00
4.0 miles / 0:35:55.14 / 8:59 A.P. / Treadmill
I need a shower and a baby girl (12-years-old actually) that will allow me more than 30 minutes to get a run in...
She did say I could go for a run in the morning if I wanted--she doesn't have school and I don't have work. Still, I'm thinking she'll come up with something else to occupy my time.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 4.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Sat, Jan 08, 2011 at 19:17:47 from 67.2.90.52
Laughing!!!
When are you going to come and join us at the Oval????? You know you have an annual pass now!!!! :) :) :)
From Maynard on Sat, Jan 08, 2011 at 19:37:00 from 71.213.24.197
I was going to try and get up there today, actually, but my dad came down we ended up working on the house longer than anticipated. Rest assured, I'm going to make as good of use of that pass as I can!
From Kathie on Mon, Jan 10, 2011 at 11:37:21 from 63.248.105.188
Hey nice run...my distraction is only 10 months old but they are so much fun to hang with!
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.24
0.00
8.24
8.24 miles / 1:13:12.3 / 8:54 A.P. / Olympic Oval
30 laps. I'm assuming the 442 meter measurement is the inside lap? Somebody correct me if I'm wrong.
Asics GT-2150 Trail Miles: 8.24
Comments
From Smooth on Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 00:09:21 from 67.232.119.27
Teena told me 11 laps = 3 miles, or 3.5 laps = 1 mile. Yes, it is the inside lane!
NICE run and counting laps! :)
From Maynard on Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 19:41:44 from 71.213.24.197
Clicking off those laps each time around sure got to be monotonous...
Sat, Jan 15, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.02
0.00
8.02
8.02 miles / 1:09:44 / 8:42 A.P. / Back roads @ home
Was a wee bit over dressed, but that's OK--I got in my 8.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 8.02
Comments
From RAD on Sat, Jan 15, 2011 at 15:12:27 from 67.172.229.125
Oh, it's a veritable heat wave lately after all the sub freezing we've been running in! Nice work on those miles.
Wed, Jan 19, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
4.00
0.00
4.00
4.0 miles / 0:35:00.98 / 8:46 A.P. / Treadmill
Intended on going 8 miles, settled for 4. I'll do better.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 4.00
Comments
From Smooth on Mon, Jan 24, 2011 at 01:28:44 from 67.2.67.18
I'll bet you'd go the 8 miles if it were outside. :)
Mon, Jan 24, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.76
0.00
5.76
5.76 miles / 0:50:01 / 8:41 A.P. / Treadmill at home.
Clearing out space for and dragging an extension cord to the treadmill was quite the workout in itself. Glad I did it though. Can't use "no treadmill at home" as an excuse any more.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 5.76
Comments
From DonGardinero on Mon, Jan 24, 2011 at 23:31:16 from 152.216.3.5
Glad to hear you're back on track....Literally. Oh man, the Buffalo Run is coming up fast and I feel like I'm not even close to being ready, even though I've been crankin' out the miles.
From DonGardinero on Mon, Jan 24, 2011 at 23:34:04 from 152.216.3.5
What do you think about the Antelope Island 100k in November? Would you ever attempt it?
From Smooth on Tue, Jan 25, 2011 at 19:16:21 from 67.2.95.228
Yah, that counts as major workout!
From Maynard on Tue, Jan 25, 2011 at 22:48:25 from 71.213.31.156
Dale: I made a promise to myself some time ago that, as much as I love ultra's, I'd never run one more than 50 miles...
Tue, Jan 25, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.26
0.00
5.26
5.26 miles / 0:50:00 / 9:30 A.P. / Treadmill at home
I think my treadmill needs a tuneup. I definitely need a tuneup.
Can I just state for the record that I am SOOOOOOOOO glad I'm not a teenager. I don't think I'd make it.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 5.26
Comments
From Kathie on Wed, Jan 26, 2011 at 15:20:25 from 63.248.105.188
Oh I am so with you on the teenager thing...it is so hard! What is even more crazy are people our age still acting like teenagers.
From Smooth on Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 22:41:00 from 67.2.98.127
*You can't stay young forever; but you can be immature for the rest of your life!* LOL :D
*There are few things more satisfying than seeing your children have teenagers of their own!*
*The quickest way for a parent to get a child's attention...is to sit down and look comfortable!*
*The moment you have children, you forgive your parents...everything.*
I need a tuneup or major overhaul! ;)
From MarcE on Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 22:55:49 from 136.182.2.26
I like those Smooth. Warmer weather will be out your way soon...and you can get outside an run. Nice miles.
Sun, Jan 30, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
0.00
0.00
0.00
Down and out? Feels like a bruise on the bottom of my left foot--under the 3rd and 4th metatarsals... Had it to some degree since the 13th.
Comments
From DaleG on Tue, Feb 01, 2011 at 00:54:45 from 67.2.93.102
What does this mean? Are you able to run at all? Does it even hurt to walk on? Maybe you need some custom orthotics. I used to get that same pain and it hurt to walk on. I saw a podiatrist and he made me some orthotics and I haven't had the pain since.
From Maynard on Tue, Feb 01, 2011 at 23:12:55 from 71.213.3.207
Hey Dale! I can run on it still--it's just not comfortable. Rather than risk a more serious injury, I've opted to take a week or so off. I don't think I need orthotics.
From Maynard on Sat, Feb 05, 2011 at 14:14:38 from 71.213.3.207
Probably Metatarsalgia or Morton's Neuroma...
From Teena Marie on Sat, Feb 05, 2011 at 21:42:07 from 67.2.102.13
Dang!!!
How is it feeling today?
Have you tried any metatarsal raise pads or lifts?
I'm sure you have read all the articles that I have (I just looked it up).
From Smooth on Sun, Feb 06, 2011 at 21:12:44 from 67.2.113.127
So sorry to hear about that! My son, a podiatrist in training, said the same thing as Teena on the metatarsal raise pads or lifts, the least invasive treatment.
Hope your feet get better soon!
From Kathie on Tue, Feb 08, 2011 at 16:34:36 from 63.248.105.188
How are you feeling now? I hope you are close to feeling better.
From Maynard on Tue, Feb 08, 2011 at 23:00:11 from 71.213.3.207
I haven't run since Jan 25--the doc told me to lay off the running until at least Friday to see if the pain subsides. I almost feel like a pansy because the pain wasn't bad--just a dull, incessant ache. So we'll see how things go. The foot is feeling better though. If, when I start running again, it flares up again, I'm off to a podiatrist: cortisone shots or a neuroma-ectomy. Or maybe I could just suck it up.
From Smooth on Tue, Feb 08, 2011 at 23:30:51 from 67.2.82.197
Glad the foot is feeling better. A good podiatrist will explore all the options before taking cutting the foot.
You are being such a good boy to lay off running per doctor's order...not pansy at all. Here's hoping the best!
From fly on the Wall on Thu, Feb 10, 2011 at 18:30:33 from 204.113.19.47
I Hope you foot is feeling swell again.
From Smooth on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 16:29:43 from 67.2.89.227
How's the foot? Thought about you as I ran in AF today!
From Maynard on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 16:33:56 from 71.213.3.207
Smooth: Funny you would ask just as I walked in the door after running 4.9 miles. I don't know that my time off did much, but my run today didn't hurt either. I don't know what's up.
From Smooth on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 16:39:59 from 67.2.89.227
No pain on the run is good news!!! Hope it continues to get better.
Do you think it's from the shoes? I heard narrow or tight toe box aggravate it. Have a great weekend! :)
From Maynard on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 16:42:10 from 71.213.3.207
Yes--I think that my be a big part of it. I've been wearing a "newer" pair of old penny loafers because my comfortable pair need the heels replaced. They're both narrow and have absolutely no cushioning.
Sat, Feb 12, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
4.87
0.00
4.87
4.87 miles / 0:45:24 / 9:19 A.P. / Home (AF)
First run in a couple of weeks. Felt really good to get out again. The neuroma didn't bother me a bit during the run although I could feel it this morning while wearing my slippers.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 4.87
Comments
From Smooth on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 16:46:56 from 67.2.89.227
So glad you're out running! :) :) :)
No slippers or narrow shoes for you! I'd wear big old crocs in the house and cushy wide Ecco shoes when not running! :)
From Kathie on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 17:00:57 from 63.248.105.188
I guess I will have to look up Neuroma to find out what you are talking about, but whatever it is I hope it is better soon.
From Maynard on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 17:39:51 from 71.213.3.207
Kathie: look up Morton's Neuroma or Metatarsalgia. Alisak, N8r, Kodi and others have had 'em.
Smooth: the Crocs are on the feet even as I type.
From Smooth on Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 17:50:17 from 67.2.89.227
Mine are on too! And icing my knee as I type! :)
Mon, Feb 21, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.06
0.00
8.06
3.0 miles / 0:26:39 / 8:54 A.P. / AFHS track
Got tired of the left turns so I drove west...
5.06 miles / 0:44:16 / 8:45 A.P. / Jordan River Parkway, Lehi
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 8.06
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 00:22:59 from 67.2.117.33
NICE runS!!! Wasn't that a beautiful day to be out running! How's the foot?
Wed, Mar 02, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.40
0.00
5.40
5.4 miles / 0:46:51 / 8:42 A.P. / Home
Gonna really-really try and be diligent over the next 3+ weeks so I can, at the least, not embarrass the crap out of myself at the Buffalo Run.
Wore my 2007 St. George Marathon shirt--it's undoubtedly the most uncomfortable running shirt EVER.
Asics GT-2130 (Black) Miles: 5.40
Comments
From DaleG on Thu, Mar 03, 2011 at 14:15:00 from 67.2.10.194
Have you been running more, but not posting? I could run 20 miles every day and still embarrass myself at the buffalo run. :)
From Maynard on Thu, Mar 03, 2011 at 18:32:49 from 71.213.2.111
No running, no posting. I've become a complete and total basket case.
From MarcE on Fri, Mar 04, 2011 at 00:07:33 from 204.16.82.120
Maynard, I hear ya. Hang in there, bro. I totally agree about the SGM 2007 shirt. It is the most uncomfortable shirt I own, but it holds the fondest memories of any other shirt. It was my first trip to Utah.
From fly on the Wall on Tue, Mar 08, 2011 at 10:37:55 from 204.113.19.47
Great! This means you are still planning on running it. I look forward to seeing you on the island. No need to worry about embarrassment- unless you have to make a pit stop trail side!
The 2007 St. G. shirt does sucketh, but so does every St. G. shirt I've ever had. A short sleeve cotton t-shirt would be far superior to the poorly sized, oddly shaped, and poorly assembled "technical" shirts they've come up with.
Tue, Mar 08, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.00
0.00
6.00
6.0 miles / 0:52:50 / 8:48 A.P. / Treadmill
The goal was 8 miles or 70 minutes. I fell short on both. My lunch failed me.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Smooth on Wed, Mar 09, 2011 at 13:30:13 from 67.2.104.153
Darn the bad lunch! :)
But look, you got 6 in at a nice pace!
How's the foot doing?
From DaleG on Wed, Mar 09, 2011 at 13:31:29 from 67.2.3.207
Yes, at least it was a decent pace. I can't even run that pace on a good day.
Wed, Mar 09, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.50
0.00
5.50
5.5 miles / 0:49:36 / 9:02 A.P. / Treadmill
Short of my goal again--I wanted 60 minutes or 7 miles. The treadmill is winning the psychological battle that's raging between the two of us. Or I'm just a huge pansy lately.
The foot seems to be doing fine--especially when running. There are odd moments when I'll feel the neuroma start to throb for a bit, but it usually goes away as quickly as it came.
In-N-Out is calling my name. I can actually hear it over the freeway traffic...
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 5.50
Comments
From Smooth on Sat, Mar 12, 2011 at 00:33:28 from 67.2.72.228
So glad the foot is doing better! :)
Why aren't you running outside? This weekend is day light saving...more opportunity to run outdoor, eh? ;)
In-N-Out burgers? I don't get it? My boys lov'em too.
Fri, Mar 11, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.03
0.00
5.03
5.03 miles / 0:45:00 / 8:57 A.P. / Treadmill
A treadmill run that felt good. Finally.
Asics GT-2130 (Black) Miles: 5.03
Sat, Mar 12, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.04
0.00
6.04
6.04 miles / 1:01:21 / 10:10 A.P. / Lehi-Jordan River Parkway
My Hay was down for a lunch with the girls so we went running early. Good times. Both Chan and Hay are training for the Utah Valley Half and the Top of Utah Marathon.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 6.04
Comments
From Smooth on Sat, Mar 12, 2011 at 23:42:32 from 67.2.89.126
You and your daughters were running at the Lehi JRP?!!! Dang! wish I was there!
That is so cool that your daughters are training for the UVM 1/2 and TOU Marathon! They can't find a better coach and inspiration than their dad! :). AWESOME!!!
From Maynard on Sun, Mar 13, 2011 at 19:01:11 from 71.213.2.111
Well, me and one of my daughters ran the Lehi JRP. Yeah--we're all pretty excited, but I think they're more anxious right now--and probably will be until it's over and done.
From Smooth on Sun, Mar 13, 2011 at 22:45:36 from 67.2.111.136
Tell Haylie and Chantell not to stress! Enjoy the journey and the training. The races will be icing on the cake. Do you all plan to run the races together?
From Smooth on Thu, Mar 17, 2011 at 23:48:21 from 67.2.103.237
Are you still planning on running the Buffalo Run next Sat.?
what are your plans this Sat.? would you be interested in joining Kelli and I?
She is running Bufflo so is doing 12 this Sat. My friend, Karen is doing 12. I need to do 17. so may be we can run on the Lehi JRP, let me know! :)
From Maynard on Fri, Mar 18, 2011 at 01:32:15 from 71.213.2.111
Yes, I'm still running the Buffalo Run--the 25k rather than the 50k though.
I'd love to join you if I can. Tell me where and when.
From Smooth on Fri, Mar 18, 2011 at 15:09:29 from 67.2.103.237
I didn't know they have a 25K! Hmm, may be next year!!!
We are meeting at 8am on the 1500 north bridge, same place we've always met.
I think Scott is doing 20, Kelli is doing 15, her friend Wendy may come for 15, Karen is doing 12, I need 15-18. so there will be plenty of company. Hope you can make it! sure miss you this whole winter ! :)
Sat, Mar 19, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
9.00
0.00
9.00
9.0 miles / 1:22:02 / 9:07 pace / Home
Missed a run this morning, attempted to make up for it tonight. Sorta. Set out to do 6, came back with 9. Felt good. Lots of crap littering my mind though--running usually helps clear it out. Today, not so much. :| Oh well.
Dropped out of the Buffalo Run 50k and fell into the Buffalo Run 25k. There's just no way I could do the 50k and feel good about it. Or feel good after it.
Asics GT-2130 (Black) Miles: 6.00
Comments
From Kathie on Sat, Mar 19, 2011 at 23:19:20 from 97.126.209.130
It is always nice when you go longer than expected.
Good call on the race 50K is a long way to go if you have not trained right.
Happy to hear you are now cheering for BYU!
From Smooth on Sat, Mar 19, 2011 at 23:22:04 from 67.2.72.18
Glad you got your run in after a busy day!
Sure missed you this morning, well, this whole winter as a matter of fact!
Enjoy your Buffalo Run next week! :)
From fly on the Wall on Mon, Mar 21, 2011 at 19:57:54 from 204.113.19.47
Woo Hoo! I'm glad you will still be out on the Island on Saturday (I sure hope the weather is good, or at least not miserable.) Since the 25k covers the entire 50k course, you won't be missing a thing!
Mon, Mar 21, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.70
0.00
6.70
6.7 miles / 0:58:44 / 8:46 A.P. / Home
Was trying real hard to talk myself out of this one before I left, but I'm so glad I went. It was one of those runs that, in spite of everything, just really-really felt good.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 6.70
Comments
From DaleG on Tue, Mar 22, 2011 at 02:20:01 from 152.216.7.5
Cool, man.
From Kathie on Tue, Mar 22, 2011 at 10:24:59 from 97.126.209.130
Love it when you have a run like that!
From DaleG on Thu, Mar 24, 2011 at 21:55:55 from 152.216.7.5
Good luck and have fun on Saturday. Maybe I should switch to the 30k and walk it.
From Smooth on Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 18:27:10 from 67.2.100.119
SO HAPPY to hear you had a feeling really-really-good run!
GOOD LUCK tomorrow! I will be thinking of you. NO hitching a ride with the buffalo! :)
From Kathie on Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 18:53:41 from 97.126.209.130
Best of luck tomorrow I hope you have a great time!
From Maynard on Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 18:58:36 from 199.190.170.28
My excited!!! Actually, I hope there's a light snow--fall tomorrow! Weird, I know.
Thanks for the well-wishes everyone!
Dale, if it's not too late, you should--I dropped to the shorter race on account of my lack of training.
Sat, Mar 26, 2011
Race:
Buffalo Run 25k (16.1 Miles) 02:55:31, Place overall: 172, Place in age division: 30
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
15.10
1.00
16.10
Done!
A report will magically appear later.
I hope.
~
The alarm sounded at 5:00 a.m.—as expected.I had been awake for what felt like most of
the night anyway with pre-race anxiety.
You’d think after 60+ races, and never missing a one due to
sleeping through the alarm, I’d be able to get in a good night’s rest.
Whatever.
A quick shower, don the running clothes, insert contact
lenses, run through mental checklist, load up the car, run through mental
checklist, head out.That could be, and
probably is, the morning ritual for me every race day.On this one though, I was trying to talk
myself out of it as well.Even while I
was on the road I kept thinking how easy it would be to turn the car around and
go back home.
That’s a pretty stark contrast to the feelings I was having
12 hours earlier when I was really excited and hoping for a muddy run with the
benefit of a light snow fall.Maybe the
fact that I woke up to a star filled sky dampened my excitement.There would be no lightly falling snow.There was, however, the near certainty of
mud.
I had to stop at Walmart twice.Once as I was leaving town to get my
breakfast and a can of veggies.The
second just before arriving at the island to take care of some urgent business.Picked up a long-sleeved shirt on my second
stop fearing I hadn’t brought the right combination of shirts.I looked for some of those cheap knit gloves
thinking I had forgotten mine—stupid review of my mental checklist had let me
down.Twice.
Or not.I had an old
pair in my gym bag hidden under the deodorant and the hair gel.
No, I did not use hair gel before the race.But I probably should have.The hat I brought to wear did not even come
close to matching either my shirt or my shorts.I was once told by a Western States 100 finisher that it’s not how fast
you finish that’s important—it’s how you look while you’re running.If she saw me in that hat with the shirt and
shorts I had…Well, I’d never hear the
end of it.
I made it to the island in time to see the 50k runners
off.I was fortunate to park next to
someone who had also decided to bring a can a Bush’s Black Beans.In the hour between the 50k start and the 25k
start, I decided I really had planned well in the shirts I brought.The new long-sleeved shirt I picked up for
$10 would have to wait for another day to be worn.
I don’t know that I knew anyone running the 25k. I take that back—I did know one person. I knew a couple folks running the 50k.And one person running the 100 mile.
So 9:00 rolls around and the 25k race begins.We were instructed to move off the trail for
the other runners coming down.I was
probably somewhere in the middle of the pack and noticed that all the runners
coming down were going out wide around us.I don’t know if it was cause the folks up front didn’t hear the
announcements or were just mean bullies.No shouting or cursing occurred as a result.At least none that I heard.Led Zepplin’s D’yer Mak’er and Cee-Lo Green’s
Forget You were playing fairly loud in my ears that first mile so I don’t know
for sure.
I needed to make a bathroom stop early on but resisted the
urge.There’s just nowhere to hide out
there.It wasn’t until mile 3.6 that I
was able to secure enough cover to take care of business.
I was skipping along, about 5 miles in, whistling a happy
tune, when up ahead I spied Fly coming towards me wearing his signature
Hawaiian shirt.He looked good too!He was cruising along.I actually just typed cursing before I
realized my typo—but then again, was it a typo?But like I said—he was cruising at, as per his report, an average pace
of 9:49.My average was 10:55 and I only
ran half of what he did!We high-fived
and each went merrily along our separate ways.He was wearing some knit gloves.I had taken mine off.I hoped he
hadn’t been using his to wipe his nose like I had been using mine…
THERE WAS PEPSI AT THE ELEPHANT HEAD AID STATION!I love that aid station.
I clocked a 7:55 running down to the bottom of the Split
Rock Bay trail.Maybe the Pepsi had
something to do with that—I don’t know.I ran/walked up to the top of the switchbacks and then ran most of the
way back to the Elephant Head aid station jonesing for some more Pepsi.They were happy to oblige.I probably should have passed on the Oreos
though.I was coughing up and spitting out
Oreo gu for 20 minutes after leaving.That’s a personal note-to-self: skip the Oreos or make sure they’re
properly washed down before moving on.
I passed Fly again at about mile 12 and we did the high-five
thing again despite the concerns I had the last time about where his gloves had
been.
After that last climb that ends at about mile 12.5 I just
wanted to keep moving without the wheels coming off.Or wobbling much.Seeing as how I didn’t get a good look at my
backside through those last 4 miles, I’m not sure how I looked, but I felt
OK.When I got passed by a lady I had
passed way back on the switchbacks, I kinda got ticked off at myself and took
off passing a number of folks in the last two miles but not, unfortunately,
that one lady.I’m sure I’ll get my
chance at some payback though.Maybe.
So I crossed the finish with a 2:55:31.7 finish, feeling pretty
good about it.The neuroma didn’t flare
up at all!I enjoyed some delicious
buffalo stew and a Pepsi and had to head on home.My grandparents home is getting remodeled and
there’s at least two people that expect me to contribute to that effort.I’d hate to disappoint them.
Jim puts on a first rate production out there on Antelope
Island and I’d encourage everyone to sign up for one of his races next year.
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 16.10
Comments
From DaleG on Sun, Mar 27, 2011 at 20:10:00 from 173.147.96.28
One can only hope. I look forward to reading the later report.
From timp on Sun, Mar 27, 2011 at 20:21:27 from 66.167.50.219
hope you had a good time out there!
From Teena Marie on Sun, Mar 27, 2011 at 23:19:43 from 67.2.71.182
I keep checking back for the magical appearance ...
From Maynard on Mon, Mar 28, 2011 at 00:10:53 from 71.213.2.111
It might be a day or two--got the kids tonight and work starts back up again tomorrow...
From fly on the Wall on Mon, Mar 28, 2011 at 18:03:54 from 204.113.19.47
Not just done but well done!
No more excuses, post your report.
From Smooth on Mon, Mar 28, 2011 at 18:08:39 from 67.2.86.209
Amen to what everyone have said! :)
From Smooth on Tue, Mar 29, 2011 at 23:44:07 from 67.2.64.84
I am grinning from ear to ear reading your report!!! You are so funny! Sounds like you enjoyed the run a lot! Laughing so hard about your high 5-ing Fly's snot-laddened gloves! I was wondering why you picked up a can of veggies until I got to the delicious buffalo stew part! Aha!! One of these days I'm going to do that 25K! You inspired me!!! :)
From Maynard on Tue, Mar 29, 2011 at 23:52:40 from 71.213.2.111
POTENTIALLY snot-laden gloves. I don't know for sure. I was just wondering what if...
Yep, next year, Smooth, you'll have to run this thing.
From DaleG on Wed, Mar 30, 2011 at 00:00:05 from 152.216.7.5
Your race reports never fail to entertain. Dang, maybe I SHOULD have walked the race. I was there watching for you and Fly, but alas, I never saw either of you. I'm thinking I probably got there too late to see you come in and I may have turned my back when Fly cruised in.
From Kathie on Wed, Mar 30, 2011 at 00:03:32 from 97.126.209.130
Great race!!!!
Loved the high 5 with fly...runners snot is germ free so you don't have to worry.
From Teena Marie on Wed, Mar 30, 2011 at 19:09:03 from 67.2.71.182
Okay, let me see if I got this straight: the gel and deodorant were for Fly so that he no longer had to use his snotty gloves to fix his hair and he could keep his Hawaiian shirt's armpit area dry and fresh; the veggies were for neutralizing the acidic upchuck of the oreo gu you remembered to bring after doing your mental checklist twice; WalMart was your sponsor because you looked so classy in your nice outfit; and the lady there that passed you was showing off because she wanted to ask you to Prom?
Am I getting all this right?
From fly on the Wall on Thu, Mar 31, 2011 at 10:17:07 from 204.113.19.47
Great report and a well run race!
"He was wearing some knit gloves. I had taken mine off. I hoped he hadn’t been using his to wipe his nose like I had been using mine…" Fear snot not, I use the back side of my gloves to wipe my nose and high-five with the palm side. There is a fairly low chance of cross contamination. But really, did you not use the back of your bare hand for the same purpose?
"I was once told by a Western States 100 finisher that..." You Know Who? Where is she and is she running these days?
Maynard if I may- Teena, some clarification. I was wearing a hat. Furthermore, the hair on my head is cut way too short to have any use for gel and my nose hair was already nicely styled with snot. The gel was surely intended for my ear hair, though it would have proven just as effective on my eyebrow.
Sat, Apr 09, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
11.25
0.00
11.25
11.25 miles / 1:40:28 / 8:56 pace / Jordan River Parkway, Lehi
Ran with Smooth, RAD, LuzyLew, and started and was passed (a couple of times) by Chad
Despite the snow I didn't struggle to get out of bed. I love running in the snow! Yes, it kind of rankles me that it's snowing in April, but consider the locale... And I've ran in 4 to 6 inches of the fresh stuff in early June, so it's really not that late. At the turn around the snowflakes were HUGE! Loved it! Felt pretty good throughout--particularly the first 9 miles.
I must be getting old because the rest of the day my hip joints ached--even Excedrin didn't seem to work. This morning I'm fine though. :| Mostly. My nose is running something fierce, I'm all congested, and I've got a slightly scratchy throat.
Asics GT-2130 (Black) Miles: 11.25
Comments
From Chad Robinson on Sun, Apr 10, 2011 at 12:51:35 from 208.110.158.185
It was nice to meet you. Minus a few stray snow flakes to the eye (and a couple wind gusts) the weather wasn't as bad a advertised (actually nice temps). I was actually glad I got it done early. The weather seemed a lot worse later in the day. Heal well and have fun.
From Smooth on Mon, Apr 11, 2011 at 01:23:40 from 67.2.74.200
Bradley ~ THANKS for the FUN FUN FUN run! I am so glad your feet didn't bother you!
Ummm, I thought I sounded like an old lady when I complained about my ailments! LOL :)
Hey, you are Maynard, DA STUDLY Bradley...NOT getting old one bit! :) We need to get your gorgeous daughters to run with us one of these Saturdays though! :)
Hope to see you soon if not then at Ogden! :)
From RAD on Mon, Apr 11, 2011 at 15:13:44 from 98.202.17.113
It was great to run with you for a bit! I'm glad you felt good during the run, even if afterward your body wasn't so happy. I'm with Smooth! You should have your daughters come join us sometime when they need their 10-12 miler for UVM! Hope to catch you at Ogden.
Mon, Apr 11, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.40
0.00
8.40
8.4 miles / 1:30:57 / 10:51 pace / Logan with my Hay
My two youngest spent the weekend in Logan with their sister and I had the assignment of picking them up this morning. Went up last night instead and we had some good quality family time playing card games and stuff. The plan was to get up early and go for a run with Hay. Ended up sleeping in a bit but we still ran--I just got home later than anticipated. Oh well.
We ran portions of the last few miles of the TOU course. It's funny how you miss things while you're racing, or how streets look completely different without a string of runners and cones and aid stations along it.
Asics GT-2130 (Black) Miles: 8.40
Comments
From LuzyLew on Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 00:01:36 from 71.195.221.218
Hey Maynard! It was so great to have company on Saturday. I think I was the one 'tagging along'. I'm always happy to be able to go up to run on the JRP with Smooth and her consorts. It was about last year at this time I went for the first time! Hopefully we'll all have more fun runs. The snow in the eyes made for an uncomfortable run, but the weather and the scenery, and the company were perfect? Nice to see you again!
From Kathie on Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 09:14:21 from 65.213.74.242
I wish my family would run with me. Maybe one day I will no longer embarrass them!
From Smooth on Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 14:41:56 from 67.2.74.200
Awww Bradley ~ Sounds like a perfect family time spent together in Logan! We'll have to get Hayley to come down and run with us when she's out of school.
Tue, Apr 12, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.10
0.00
6.10
6.1 miles / 0:53:50.02 / 8:48 pace / Provo River Trail
After work I made a quick and enjoyable run up Provo Canyon along the Provo River Trail. Followed a ponytail about a half mile on the way back down and then she followed me. :|
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 6.10
Wed, Apr 13, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
2.00
1.00
3.00
3 miles / 0:26:04 / 8:42 pace / American Fork River Trail
Planned on 4 or 5 but 1.5 miles out the wind whipped up and sent me running back to the car for cover. It was nasty. Splits were 9:10, 9:05, and 7:48.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 3.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Sun, Apr 24, 2011 at 11:02:00 from 67.2.100.158
Happy Happy Easter, Maynard Dear
Happy days will come to you all year,
If I had a wish then it would be
A Happy Happy Easter to you from me!!! :)
Mon, Apr 25, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.00
0.00
8.00
Holy Crap! Has it really been that long?
8.0 miles / 1:10:15:29 / 8:47 pace / American Fork River Trail
Rained on me.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 8.00
Comments
From DaleG on Tue, Apr 26, 2011 at 00:58:25 from 67.2.27.48
I swear I saw some posts from you last week, but I guess not.
Nice run!
From Smooth on Thu, Apr 28, 2011 at 17:02:49 from 67.2.99.202
so when are we going to run together again?
Are you going to run the AF Canyon Half in June?
From Maynard on Thu, Apr 28, 2011 at 17:19:58 from 199.190.170.22
Yes Sooth, I am running the AF Canyon Half in June--with my two older daughters even. I am also running with both of them this Saturday morning. We'll probably start at or near the mouth of American Fork Canyon and see where and how it goes from there...
From Smooth on Sat, Apr 30, 2011 at 17:51:04 from 67.2.80.172
SWEET!!!! :)
How did your run with your beautiful daughters go this morning?
Was thinking about ya! :)
Sun, May 01, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
12.23
0.00
12.23
12.23 miles / 1:47:33 / 8:48 pace / AF River Trail
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 12.23
Mon, May 02, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.92
0.00
8.92
8.92 miles / 1:20:38 / 9:02 pace / AF to Highland
Need a different flashlight. That or I need to use my headlamp.
And why is it that some drivers have the need to edge over as close as possible without actually hitting me? Is it like a moth's attraction to light?
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 8.92
Comments
From DaleG on Tue, May 03, 2011 at 01:34:10 from 152.216.7.5
I've noticed that, too. It scares me. No wonder I run more on the sidewalks now.
From Smooth on Tue, May 03, 2011 at 18:25:48 from 67.2.95.253
Hey! NICE post of your AWESOME runs! I tried posting my garminconnect in my entry it didn't work and then I tried posting in as an image like yours it still didn't work.
But, now I can stalk you! Haha!!!!
Did you have a nice AF Canyon with your daughter on Sat.? It was quite a cold and windy day!
From Maynard on Tue, May 03, 2011 at 19:00:47 from 199.190.170.28
Smooth: Yes, very nice. Although cramming for Ogden is the last thing I want to do, here I am doing it...
When you post your runs in garmin.connect it'll give you an "EMBED" option above your map. Click on that, copy the code, and paste it into your FRB entry. Post the entry and then go back in to edit it and it should be there.
You can stalk me all you want.
The run on Saturday with the girls didn't happen. Too many things going on in too many different places.
From Kathie on Wed, May 04, 2011 at 00:07:42 from 97.126.209.130
It will be fun to see you at Ogden. I am doing the Half so I will be able to cheer you in!
Wed, May 04, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.54
0.00
8.54
8.54 miles / 1:13:56 / 8:39 pace / Out yonder...
What a wonderful run. There was a wee-baby moon hanging over the western mountains, the skies were clear, and nobody tried to run me over.
What I really-really liked about this run was that none of my splits were over 9 minutes. My slowest mile was 8:47!
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 8.54
Comments
From RAD on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 00:43:07 from 98.202.17.113
Excellent work! Love the pacing. Have yet to do that out on the road lately.
From DaleG on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 01:03:24 from 152.216.7.5
Wow, very cool.
Hey, are you going to run the American Fork Half or the Timpanogos Half? I signed up for the Full marathon at the Timpanogos half. They are calling it the Sogonapmit Marathon. They have 100 slots open. You start at the finish line and run up to the start and try to get back to the finish before the half runners get there. I doubt I will be able to beat them, but I'm hoping I can get to them before they start.
From Maynard on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 01:12:22 from 71.213.8.107
Rachel--I was very surprised to see the pacing when I got done. The run felt long and slow even though I felt really good throughout. Go figure.
Hey Dale--I'm doing the AF Canyon Half. I saw that bit about you and the Sogonapmit Marathon. I've run down AF Canyon hundreds of times (OK, dozens) but never up it. (Although I have run up the north fork to Tibble Fork a few times...) I'll have to see how things pan out for me in July, but I definitely don't see myself doing the Sogonapmit.
From DaleG on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 01:16:30 from 152.216.7.5
It'll definitely be challenging running up the canyon. I've never been to that canyon before. Is it steep? I hope I won't regret signing up for it.
From Maynard on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 01:23:07 from 71.213.8.107
There's roughly about 1800 feet of elevation gain from AFHS (the start/finish) and Tibble Fork (the turn-around/start). 1500 of those feet are in the 7.5 miles that are inside the walls of the canyon itself. The really steep stuff is on the Alpine Loop side which you avoid altogether.
From DaleG on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 01:25:11 from 152.216.7.5
That's good to know. Perhaps I'll make it to the half marahoners before they start. I guess the marathon starts at 3:00 a.m. and the half starts at 5:30.
From Teena Marie on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 12:38:15 from 67.2.88.232
Sounds perfect!!!!
Excellent run! :)
From Kathie on Thu, May 05, 2011 at 17:34:21 from 97.126.209.130
Nice run, when I saw your post of facebook I was not sure you would make it out but I am happy to see you did and that it was a great run.
From MarcE on Fri, May 06, 2011 at 00:10:08 from 204.16.82.120
Nice run, Bradley!
OK..seeing as I'm the only one who doesn't know how to upload my runs to Garmin Connect .. who would like to point me to the procedure (I want to be cool, too)?
From Smooth on Fri, May 06, 2011 at 00:15:02 from 67.2.90.177
AWESOME run, Bradley! NICE pace! Gotta love a run like that! :)
I saw that wee baby moon while driving to/from Logan. I thought about your daughter while I was there!
From MarcE on Fri, May 06, 2011 at 00:32:00 from 204.16.82.120
Never mind about the Garmin Connect stuff, I figured it out!! Woohoo!!
From Maynard on Fri, May 06, 2011 at 00:58:38 from 71.213.8.107
Oh man! For about 13 seconds, I thought my life had purpose again. Glad you figured it out though Marc. :)
Sun, May 08, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
15.20
0.00
15.20
15.2 miles / 2:40:07 / 10:33 pace / Deer Creek Trail
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 15.20
Comments
From Smooth on Mon, May 09, 2011 at 16:07:45 from 67.2.81.158
NICE mileage and climb! Bet it was beautiful up there. Was the trail dry? It would have been a muddy mess today!
Are ya ready for Ogden?
From MarcE on Mon, May 09, 2011 at 22:46:38 from 204.16.82.120
Nice trail miles!
From Teena Marie on Tue, May 10, 2011 at 17:15:49 from 67.2.88.232
That's quite the elevation gain! You must have quads of steel!!! :)
From Maynard on Wed, May 11, 2011 at 00:19:11 from 71.213.4.8
It was a fun run. The trail was dry. It was my first time on that trail, but I hope to go back many more times--and then, maybe, I'll have quads of steel. Right now they're just bright red and sore. Smooth--I am so not ready for Ogden. I don't think I've ever been this not ready for Ogden. (And I've probably said that half a dozen times...) My planned run tonight turned into helping dad with some roofing. Tomorrow night is platelet donation night. I'm gonna have to get up early and go before work tomorrow if I want to run. Saturday I would like to go back up and run this trail again.
Thu, May 12, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
12.58
0.00
12.58
12.58 miles / 1:52:24 / AF River Trail / 8:56 pace
Stopped at the Highland Kohler's for a Rip It Atomic Pom energy drink. Fairly consistent laps throughout, ranging from 9:16 to 8:31.
Asics GT-2150 Trail Miles: 12.58
Comments
From DaleG on Fri, May 13, 2011 at 01:57:25 from 174.52.230.9
Very nice.
From Smooth on Fri, May 13, 2011 at 18:09:32 from 67.2.115.27
Bradley ~ That is one SWEET run!!! AWESOME pace even with the elevation gain! You are so ready for Ogden! :)
That Kohler's used to be my favorite pit stop!
What is your plan for tomorrow's run?
From Maynard on Fri, May 13, 2011 at 18:50:34 from 159.212.71.199
My brother has plans to run down American Fork Canyon. Not sure if I'm up to it, but I'll at least start out with him.
From Smooth on Fri, May 13, 2011 at 18:57:53 from 67.2.115.27
Cool! Is he running Ogden too?
From Maynard on Fri, May 13, 2011 at 20:23:23 from 71.213.4.8
Nope. He's training for Utah Valley.
Sat, May 14, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
10.00
6.14
16.14
16.14 miles / 2:23:41 / 8:54 pace / AF Canyon
If I could only ever run in American Fork Canyon, I think I'd be perfectly happy with that. I remember 15+ years ago when I started running, AF Canyon was run by relatively few. Now, it seems like it's THE place to run. Oh well.
Aside from some stomach cramping this was a super-terrific morning run.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 16.14
Comments
From Tom Slick on Sat, May 14, 2011 at 18:35:25 from 69.171.160.183
Yowzza Maynard, your really putting in some great miles, are you all ready for the Ogden? 6 days and a few more hours and it's all over but the cheering!!!!!
From Teena Marie on Sun, May 15, 2011 at 12:01:11 from 67.2.88.232
You, dear Bradley, are a trend setter!!!! :) :) :)
From Maynard on Sun, May 15, 2011 at 16:09:29 from 71.213.4.8
Slick: I'm cramming in the hopes that maybe I can be ready for Ogden. Guess we'll see come Saturday morning.
Teena: I am, aren't I. :)
From Tom Slick on Tue, May 17, 2011 at 09:10:54 from 168.179.157.7
So Bro Maynard, are you ready for the OGDEN?
From RAD on Wed, May 18, 2011 at 16:55:49 from 98.202.17.113
Excellent run Maynard! I will have to tag along up the canyon with you sometime - sounds wonderful.
Thu, May 19, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.16
0.00
6.16
6.16 miles | 0:53:27 | 8:40 pace | Alpine Highway/AF River Trail
It was supposed to be a 5 mile run at a 9 minute or slower pace. :|
Asics GT-2130 (Black) Miles: 6.16
Comments
From Smooth on Fri, May 20, 2011 at 10:08:58 from 67.2.113.186
NICE! such a speedy stud!!! You're gonna do AWESOME on Sat!!!!
From Smooth on Fri, May 20, 2011 at 17:27:32 from 67.2.113.186
See you tomorrow! :)
Sat, May 21, 2011
Race:
2011 Ogden Marathon (26.34 Miles) 03:56:45, Place overall: 638, Place in age division: 84
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
26.34
0.00
26.34
26.34 miles | 3:56:45 | 8:59 pace | Ogden Marathon
Keys to success (yes, I'm calling this a success because I came in under 4 hours):
Good luck. With the weather and the house remodel, training hasn't been all that great.
No potty breaks of significance and only one of the insignificant variety. I love it when that happens!
Only two splits over 9:30! One of them was going up the hill at mile 14 (10:52)--I was trying to be conservative
given my poor training. The other was a fluke--9:45 at mile 20 in the middle of Ogden Canyon? What's up with that?
The rest of the splits were fairly consistent. Except for a few in Ogden Canyon. Again--what's up with that?
True grit. Actually, I don't know--I've just always wanted to say that.
All in all, it was a good day. Got to see lots of my good running buddies and I came away having gotten (or given) hugs from (or to) many.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 26.34
Comments
From Smooth on Sat, May 21, 2011 at 22:05:56 from 67.2.66.11
Bradley! You're a STUD!!! CONGRATZ on an awesome successful 10th Ogden! Great race!!!! So SO SO HAPPY to see you at the start, and finish! sorry I embarrassed you at the bush! You're a good sport and a good man, Bradley!!! :) :) :) :)
From RAD on Sun, May 22, 2011 at 01:12:46 from 98.202.17.113
That one insignificant one was insignificant? I thought it would be horribly embarrassing the way you were jeered at and taunted by the passing crowd :)
Good stuff Maynard! Happy to see you enjoying the race, and it was great to see you and chat with you a bit as well. I'm going to venture a guess at your splits. Did you go through the water stops walking? All of my long splits coincide with water stops. Makes those splits just a tad longer. Also, I know some people lose reception on their garmins down Ogden canyon as well - maybe that messed with it a bit?
Either way, I'm very impressed with your amazing finish!! Awesome!
From Tom Slick on Sun, May 22, 2011 at 10:20:52 from 69.171.160.92
YO Bro Bradley, You came, you saw, you kicked it ass! Congrats on an Ogden marathon well done. Did I read that right, this was your 10th Ogden Marathon? Whats up next for you? Are you doing the UVM????
From Teena Marie on Sun, May 22, 2011 at 11:52:07 from 67.2.88.232
Just seeing you makes me smile!!! Seriously ... there is just something amazing about you!!!!
Congrats on another fine race!!! :)
From Kathie on Mon, May 23, 2011 at 10:43:01 from 97.126.209.130
Loved seeing you at the end of the race! You totally know your picture will rock with me in it!!!!
From Jason McK on Wed, May 25, 2011 at 14:44:59 from 63.255.173.99
The wind in the canyon made it worse than running around Pineview! Nice race!
From MarcE on Thu, May 26, 2011 at 23:03:39 from 204.16.82.120
Well done, Bradley!
From Smooth on Thu, Jun 02, 2011 at 13:23:37 from 67.2.107.37
What are you running on Sat.?
From Maynard on Thu, Jun 02, 2011 at 13:47:05 from 159.212.71.77
My girls and I are running up Provo Canyon at 8:00. Wanna join us?
From Smooth on Thu, Jun 02, 2011 at 13:50:45 from 67.2.107.37
I need to check couple of things and get back to you about Sat.! THANKS!!! :)
Sat, Jun 04, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
11.64
0.00
11.64
11.64 miles | 2:12:41 | 11:24 pace | Provo River Trail
Enjoyed a lovely run with my two daughters. They are getting ready for their first half-marathon, the Utah Valley Marathon Half. Two weeks after that they are doing the AF Canyon Half. Both want to run the Top of Utah full marathon come September if they fair well with these two half's.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 11.64
Comments
From Smooth on Mon, Jun 06, 2011 at 01:27:59 from 67.2.107.37
Sounds like a WONDERFUL canyon run with your daughters! :)
Here's to awesome race for all of you on Sat.!!! :) :) :)
Sun, Jun 05, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
8.09
0.00
8.09
8.09 miles | 2:17:03 | 16:56 pace | Battle Creek/Grove Creek loop
What should have been a nice little hike turned into an ordeal. 4.7 miles in I realized I had lost my camera--had to back track 1.25 miles up the trail until I found it. And by that time the joy of the hike had been lost. Got my feet wet in a couple stream crossings--which I enjoyed. The water in my water bottle tasted soapy--which I didn't enjoy. I hope the water coming out of the Grove Creek Spring is safe to drink... Had a Pepsi when I got home and it's never tasted soooooooooo good!
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 8.09
Comments
From Smooth on Mon, Jun 06, 2011 at 01:26:25 from 67.2.107.37
Got to *enjoy* the unexpected! :) NICE hike!
From DaleG on Mon, Jun 06, 2011 at 02:00:41 from 76.27.13.205
Every time I see that you venture out into the wilderness, it makes me want to explore some trails around here more and more. I need to get off my butt and do it. I've lived in the Ogden area for nearly ten years and have only done one trail run up at Snow Basin.
Nice job.
From Kathie on Tue, Jun 07, 2011 at 11:50:17 from 97.126.210.144
A cold Dr. Pepper at the end of the Boston Marathon was the best think that happened all week!
I am happy you found your camera!
From Maynard on Wed, Jun 08, 2011 at 00:00:43 from 71.213.7.221
Smooth, I don't know that I 'enjoyed' the unexpected, but I sure was grateful to find the camera smack dab in the middle of the trail just waiting for me to come back for it... Phew!
Dale, I've lived in this area for 40+ years and it has only been the last couple that I've ventured off the old stand-by trails and routes. I've got so much more exploring to do around here! And anybody willing to join me is more than welcome!
Kathie, nothing, with the exception of maybe a nice juicy burger, hits the spot after a run or a race quite like a Pepsi. The Dr. Pepper must be it for you.
From DaleG on Wed, Jun 08, 2011 at 02:10:31 from 152.216.7.5
I might have to take you up on that some time. Sounds fun.
From Smooth on Wed, Jun 08, 2011 at 11:20:17 from 67.2.98.167
Are ya gonna post some pics from the said camera of your *rave* trail run? :)
Ice cold Chocolate milk and salty french fries is DA BOMB!!!
From Maynard on Thu, Jun 09, 2011 at 01:18:00 from 71.213.7.221
There you go, Smooth.
From Smooth on Thu, Jun 09, 2011 at 01:51:48 from 67.2.98.167
I LOV'EM!!! SO beautiful!!! Thanks for sharing!!! :) :) :)
From Kathie on Thu, Jun 09, 2011 at 09:59:07 from 97.126.210.144
Live the photos I need to run with you!
I forgot about Chocolate milk and Fries you win Smooth they are the best!!!
Sat, Jun 11, 2011
Race:
2011 Utah Valley Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) 02:27:11, Place overall: 1360, Place in age division: 50
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
13.19
0.00
13.19
Great time with my two older girls--they both beat me.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 13.19
Comments
From Smooth on Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 17:26:46 from 67.2.115.184
I want to be the first to congratulate you, Chantell, and Hayley!!! :) :) :) :)
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!! so bummed that I didn't see you and your beautiful daughters!
I met a few father and sons, father and daughter running together on the course yesterday morning. Each time I did, I would picture you and your girls running together! GOOD TIMES!!! :) :) :)
From Smooth on Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 17:28:54 from 67.2.115.184
P.S. Will you be running AF Canyon Half with them again? I nope so!
Oh, I signed up for Park City, Slamming it again this year!
From Maynard on Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 18:22:12 from 71.213.7.221
Yes, all three of us will be back at the AF Canyon Half. It's gonna be a blast!
And I'm leaning towards Park City--I love that race and it's close.
From Tom Slick on Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 19:40:33 from 69.171.160.28
Glad to hear you had a great time running with your girls!!!! I missed seeing you at the marathon, but I'll see ya soon at another up coming race.
Be well!!!!
From DaleG on Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 03:04:35 from 76.27.13.205
Brad, judging by your smile, it looks like you and your daughters had a great time. I see you found some bright matching tops.
From Teena Marie on Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 19:08:23 from 67.2.101.26
LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!!! :) :) :)
Missed seeing you, but dang it looks like you had FUN!!! :)
From RAD on Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 01:29:43 from 98.202.17.113
YAY! I'm glad you guys had such a great time. It was good to run into you Friday as well. Good finish pics!
Sun, Jun 12, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
3.10
3.13
6.23
6.23 miles | 0:52:17 | 8:23 pace | Provo River Trail
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 6.23
Wed, Jun 15, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
9.95
0.00
9.95
9.95 miles | 1:58:17 | 11:53 pace | Cedar Hills loop
Got up all bright and early to run with my oldest. If only the other 22 hours in the day could have been so pleasant and rewarding.
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 9.95
Comments
From Smooth on Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 01:52:18 from 67.2.124.123
sounds like a SWEET start for the day though!!! The last time I got in a bright and early run with my son was on his graduation day in Des Moines on May 28th! don't know when we'll get to do that again! I hope you will have more runs like today's! :)
Fri, Jun 17, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
4.00
4.00
8.00
8.0 miles | 1:10:47 | 8:51 pace | AF River Trail/Alpine Highway
These morning runs have been great! So why is it so hard to convince both the mind and body that getting out of the bed isn't such a bad thing?
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 8.00
Sat, Jun 18, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
12.15
0.00
12.15
12.15 miles | 1:50:21 | 9:06 pace | Jordan River Parkway
...and now I need to buy Fishing For Dummies so my youngest will come hang out with me.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 12.15
Comments
From Huans32 on Sat, Jun 18, 2011 at 16:43:39 from 76.27.112.144
Nice run there Brad. Looking strong.
From RAD on Sat, Jun 18, 2011 at 22:12:12 from 98.202.17.113
Wonderful run! Thanks Maynard. I think you've learned your lesson about telling me about a snake in the vicinity :) At least I didn't scream - couldn't breathe!
From Smooth on Sat, Jun 18, 2011 at 23:30:16 from 67.2.124.217
fishing for dummies http://www.amazon.com/Fishing-Dummies-Sports-Hobbies/dp/0470930683/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1308452094&sr=1-1
Too bad can't get it in time for Father's Day!
It was so much fun running with you and the gang this morning!!! THANKS!!! :)
Wed, Jun 22, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
9.21
0.00
9.21
9.21 miles | 1:21:16 | 8:50 pace | AF River Trail/Alpine Highway
Got about 3 miles in and was thinking the run was going to turn into one of those bad ones that I could show my daughters that even long-time runners have bad days. But I ran through it and it turned out to be a pretty good run that I can now take to the girls and show how sometimes you just gots to run through the crap to get to the joy. Just like in life. Oh, Rachel, I decided not to tell you about the snake I saw tonight--bigger than the one on Saturday. And it wouldn't move.
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 9.21
Comments
From DaleG on Wed, Jun 22, 2011 at 23:43:21 from 173.116.66.164
Cool. I'm glad the run turned out better than expected.
What other races are you doing this year?
From Smooth on Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 17:14:14 from 67.2.124.217
See you tomorrow! There will be no snake sighting tomorrow! :)
From Maynard on Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 18:12:47 from 71.213.10.154
Dale: right now I've got Deseret News, Top of Utah, and St. George on the docket. Who knows what other nonsense I can be talked into...
Smooth: Yes you will; and you just might, but probably not.
Sat, Jun 25, 2011
Race:
AF Canyon Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) 02:12:23
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
13.20
0.00
13.20
13.1 miles | 2:12:23 | 10:01 pace | AF Canyon Half Marathon
It might be a good idea for me to wait a bit to write this report--for a time when I'm feeling a bit less bitter and angry. But then I'm always bitter and angry about something...
Half #2 for both my older daughters Tilly and Hay-Hay. I felt pretty fortunate 2 weeks ago that I got them both across the finish line in 2:27, but with the kick they had at the end I knew they had more in them than they had been letting on. But then the older of the two started suffering from shin splints so we cut her runs down to almost nothing. But she has the "bug" and keeping her from running 0 didn't work. She KT Taped up Friday night and was raring to go Saturday morning. Sort of. Both girls said they were even more anxious for this race than they were for their first.
We started out towards the back after having visited with Smooth and Karen and some of my work buddies. I work for Intermountain and there were a bunch of Intermountain employees there running and/or volunteering. Off we went at the start and were cruising right along. The canyon will frequently play games with my Garmin so I'm not confident in the splits it gave me but I'm fairly sure were were averaging in the 9:00 range--which I thought was great. The shinsplints didn't seem to be an issue except for when we were out of the canyon and there were a couple of short sections of steeper downhill that bothered her some but not much. That we finished at or near a 10 minute average was super-duper.
We then passed up the breakfast there at the finish for breakfast at IHOP so the kiddies and spouses of my girls could eat.
And then we went to the pool where I did really really good about applying sunscreen except on the tops of my feet and shoulders. I'm an idiot. And then the younger of the two daughters and her hubby took me to a Real Salt Lake game for fathers day. I drove up to meet them in Sandy and dumped my car so we wouldn't have to pay for parking for two cars. I picked a poor spot to drop off my car cause it was lovingly and graciously hauled off by a pair of predatory towing guys. $250 later, I'm home with my car. @$^ @!$^ !!#%$^ #$%#@!!! It was a good day. :|
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 13.20
Comments
From RAD on Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 01:52:01 from 98.202.17.113
What a wonderful race! You are an amazing father and I can totally see y'all hangin' at IHOP afterwards laughing and having a blast. Congrats on getting those girls down 15 min on their PR's in 2 weeks! Holy cow!
It really sounds like a wonderfully perfect day. Minus the sunburn and car. Two minor details :)
From Teena Marie on Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 11:41:58 from 67.2.101.26
Bradley~
LOVING the running with your girls! How cool is that. Totally worth a sunburn and car-towing! Now with those experiences under your belt you should likely leave them out next time! :)
Any flare-up with your daughter's shinsplints after the race?
Congrats on the excellent finish!!! :)
From DaleG on Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 14:11:51 from 173.116.161.205
Sounds like another good time was had. But the car towing stinks. You didn't dump it at the old Lowe's parking lot, did you?
From allie on Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 14:19:28 from 24.10.191.18
nice job on the race! very cool that you ran with your daughters.
From Maynard on Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 15:15:27 from 159.212.71.25
Oh Dale, it WAS the Lowes parking lot. :(
From DaleG on Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 15:26:41 from 173.116.161.205
Lol. Dang!!! I read an article a couple of months ago about them towing away car after car in that lot.
Mon, Jun 27, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
0.00
0.00
0.00
Replaced water pump in son's car. Stress level probably accounted for about 12 fast miles. In the time it took I could have come close to finishing a marathon. His car is operational now and he owes me $50 for parts and labor ($40 parts, $10 labor--what a rocking deal!). Or am I obligated to give it to him free of charge because of the whole father/son relationship thing? It's not like I gave him my blessing when he got the car--I thought there were certain things he needed to do to show he was up to the responsibility of car ownership. And I'm still waiting. So am I and enabler by fixing his car? Or, by expecting him to pay the cost of the repairs am I forcing him to accept some of that responsibility I was originally looking for?
Thu, Jun 30, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
12.20
0.00
12.20
12.2 miles | 1:47:58 | 8:51 pace | AF River and Cedar Hills Trails
During the last 3 miles I was somehow convinced I was going to finish with 13.
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 12.20
Tue, Jul 05, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
3.50
2.64
6.14
6.14 miles | 0:53:16 | 8:40 pace | AF River Trail/Alpine Highway
Such an awesome run. The last 2 1/2 miles I got caught in a torrential downpour. One of the thunderstorms that hit Utah County zeroed in on me. Within 30 seconds I was as wet as if I'd jumped into the pool. Wind gusts had the rain falling sideways. Lightning was flashing all over the place, and the thunder so loud and close my teeth were rattling. It was just a really cool end to the run--one I didn't expect but embraced when it hit. It just felt SOOOOOOO good!
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 6.14
Comments
From Smooth on Wed, Jul 06, 2011 at 13:00:43 from 67.2.98.32
Sounds real COOL!!! I have to admit that I'd be scared out of my shorts! What a storm! When the lightning and thunder hit, we were watching Tron w/ lightning going on at the same time! :)
From DaleG on Thu, Jul 07, 2011 at 23:04:11 from 152.216.11.5
Sounds pretty cool. However, the lightning would have scared me enough to run 5 minute miles to the finish.
Sat, Jul 09, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
18.25
0.00
18.25
18.25 miles | 3:02:06 | 9:59 pace | Provo River Trail
...or 18.25 miles | 2:54:54 moving time | 9:37 pace | Provo River Trail
A more detailed report to follow--maybe. I am one tired Maynard!
I will express gratitude again to Wendy who not only brought chocolate milk and muffins, but her willingness to use her resources to help me out of a tight spot! I'll be forever grateful!
Kelli, it was fun catching up with you and the adventures you've had out on the ultra circuit.
Smooth, thanks (as always) for the invite! I doubt I'd have gotten my 18 miles in without you!
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 18.25
Comments
From Smooth on Sat, Jul 09, 2011 at 17:41:28 from 67.2.82.5
Bradley ~ It's ALWAYS super FUN running with you! THANK YOU for listening to my nonstop yachety yack! :)
Wendy is the nicest, most compassionate person on earth! She puts up with me all the time and is the first one there whenever I have a need. Do you remember a few years back, she was the one that saved me when I fainted in the bathroom! She is my BESTEST friend! I am forever in debt to her. I will pass on your gratitude again to her.
Hope you are resting nicely at the moment! :)
From Kelli on Mon, Jul 11, 2011 at 13:41:58 from 71.219.100.205
OH, darn car keys! I am glad she was able to help you, too, could have been PRICEY! Now, keep our spare elsewhere. ;o)
It was great to see you again, it has been a long time! Thanks for the potato tips, I am gonna try them next time around. I AM.
Have a great week.
Mon, Jul 11, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.22
0.00
6.22
6.22 miles | 0:53:38 | 8:38 pace | AF River Trail/Alpine Highway
Felt heavy and sluggish but I'm glad I got out and ran.
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 6.22
Comments
From Smooth on Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 12:47:19 from 67.2.87.128
You may have felt sluggish, but the pace was NICE! Running after work has got to be harder!
So, you gonna run RHPC this Sat.?
I'm still debating on DNews. Will know better next week if I'm up for it!
From Kelli on Thu, Jul 14, 2011 at 17:06:36 from 71.219.75.108
Hmmm, I feel that way ever day of my life!!!
From MarcE on Thu, Jul 14, 2011 at 23:36:24 from 204.16.82.120
Nice pace, Bradley. I know you took a little time off of running, but I can't believe that you have fewer miles than me for 2011...have you not been logging all your runs? (I really need to catch up on my running buddies' blogs)
Sat, Jul 16, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
9.24
0.00
9.24
9.24 miles | 2:23:52 | 16:33 pace | Bear Canyon/Pine Hollow loop
Can you say "über slow"? But I love this trail. Except for the parts that go up. Due to the heavy snowfall and late melt this year, parts of the trail haven't been cleared of fallen trees. There were a great many trees I had to go over, under, or around. Gotta love stinging nettle!
Montrail Hard Rock (Yellow) Miles: 9.24
Comments
From MarcE on Mon, Jul 18, 2011 at 22:18:36 from 204.16.82.120
You are MY hero..I'm so jealous of the environs on which you trod! Very jealous! (OK, no ex-presidents up there, but the mountains and solitude are way cool!)
From DaleG on Tue, Jul 19, 2011 at 01:48:03 from 76.27.13.205
You know, Brad, I would like to run that trail with you sometime....Hopefully sooner than later, perhaps after I get my endurance back into check. What do you think?
From Smooth on Tue, Jul 19, 2011 at 21:08:15 from 67.2.89.58
WOW!!! 2748 ft of elevation gain!!!! Over and under fallen trees, stinging nettle?!!! sounds heavenly!!! U DA MountainMan!!! :)
Tue, Jul 19, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
9.63
0.00
9.63
9.63 miles | 1:53:25 | 11:46 pace | Cedar Hills
Ran with daughter. Enjoyed the morning.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 9.63
Comments
From DaleG on Fri, Jul 22, 2011 at 04:25:15 from 152.216.11.5
Nice!
From Smooth on Fri, Jul 22, 2011 at 12:42:24 from 67.2.89.58
Glad you had an enjoyable run with your daughter. GOOD LUCK on Monday!
Sat, Jul 23, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
4.28
0.00
4.28
4.28 miles | 0:39:11 | 9:09 pace | AF River Trail
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Yellow) Miles: 4.28
Comments
From Smooth on Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 14:55:48 from 67.2.122.145
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Bradley! :) :) :)
Hope you are having a wonderful day! :) Can't wait to hear how DNews went!
From Maynard on Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 18:40:54 from 71.213.8.70
DNews report is posted.
Mon, Jul 25, 2011
Race:
2011 Deseret News Marathon (26.2 Miles) 04:39:21
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
26.40
0.00
26.40
2011 Deseret News Marathon
The birthday gift I gave myself that went south…
A little bit of minor background on me: I’ll occasionally
get migraines but never have I had one affect one of my marathons—until today.
Saturday through Sunday night I was dealing with a moderate
migraine.Not so much debilitating, but
it definitely affected my appetite and what and when I was able to eat—pretty much
nothing Saturday afternoon until Sunday night at about 6.And then what I ate probably wasn’t the best
pre-marathon fare.
I found Tom Slick at the top early Monday morning and we
discussed what a crazy, nut-brained thing it was to be up there like we were—half-heartedly
joking about our hopes to simply survive the darned thing.
Up through mile 13 I was maintaining what I considered a
decent pace in spite of the fact I had to take a potty break at the base of the
hill at mile 5.5.In the middle of the
14th mile I had to take another that really played games with my
head.Stupid stomach issues.My migraines ALWAYS wreak havoc with my
digestive system and after the stop in the 6th mile, I thought I had
dodged that bullet.
WRONG!
The stop at 13.5 and another just before diverting off
Sunnyside onto Crestview and Wasatch really messed things up for me—not just
physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. By mile 21, after almost catching up to
Slick, I had said goodbye to my last sub-10 minute mile and started counting
into the 12’s and 13’s.Every swig of
water and Gatorade would not settle and I often found myself longing to just
puke it all right back up.I wished so
many times that I had brought a couple of bucks so I could have swung into a
convenience store and picked up something ice cold, like a Pepsi, to settle my
tum-tum.I’m pretty sure I’m done with
Deseret News, but just in case I ever eat those words, somebody remind me to
pack a couple of dollars with me.
The last 8 miles also included a new left knee twinge and the
resurfacing of some foot pain I thought I had left in the dust months ago.
I ended up finishing with a 4:39:21 (my watch time) which,
after adjusting expectations, is OK with me.Not quite the birthday present I wanted to give myself (a sub 4 hour
run on that course), but it is what it is.
Happy Pioneer Day, everybody.And Happy Birthday to me!
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 26.40
Comments
From Smooth on Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 18:52:19 from 67.2.122.145
Oh Bradley! I am so so so so sorry for the migraines and the terrible tummy issue! WAY to tough it out! So sorry it was not the birthday present you had hoped for! DANG IT!!! DNews is such a beast combined with the hot and humid and terrible course support, it takes guts (no pun intended) to conquer that monster of a race! You ran courageously!
Recover well, treat yourself to a nice delicious birthday dinner! I am so proud of you! Have a HAPPY remainder of your birthday!
From DaleG on Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 19:25:45 from 152.216.11.5
Brad, Stupid migraines!!! I, too, suffer from them and I'm always worried I will get one the night before a marathon and I did last SGM, but that was self-inflicted. It took a lot of guts for you to run that race not feeling 100%, but you did it. My Adidas hat is off to you. Happy birthday to you!!!
From DaleG on Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 19:27:55 from 152.216.11.5
One more thing....The foot pain. I am still dealing with it (Metatarsalgia)and I feel like it's never going to go away. There is only a short time to get ready for SGM, so I guess I better suck it up and deal with the pain. I can't miss two SGM's in a row. I hope you can get the pain under control.
From Kelli on Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 20:18:18 from 71.219.99.3
Dang headache, i am sorry about that. I do not know how you even dealt with that! But you are tough. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, hope you gave yourself a nap, too.
From Tom Slick on Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 22:45:19 from 69.171.160.184
Oh Bro Maynard, I thought that you had passed me by forever at 11 0r 12 when I stopped for a pottie break! I guess you one upped me! I kept chaseing some other guy in a white shirt and blue trunks that I never caught...I thought it was you. But at the end he took off and didn't wait for me. (remember) sorry to hear you had troubles, I guess it was going around, and it seems as though we stuck it out and made a finish of the DNM.....This is one tough mary!!!!!Happy belated birthday!
From Smooth on Thu, Jul 28, 2011 at 09:34:12 from 67.2.122.145
See you on Sat? I hope!
From DaleG on Fri, Jul 29, 2011 at 23:30:33 from 152.216.11.5
have fun tomorrow!!! Wish I didn't have to defer my entry to next year.
Sat, Jul 30, 2011
Race:
Timpanogos Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) 01:44:53
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
0.00
13.18
13.18
13.18 miles | 1:44:53 | 7:57 pace | Timpanogos Half Marathon (American Fork Canyon)
I simply could not be more happy with the results than I am--especially considering the debacle that Des News turned out to be on Monday. I honestly didn't think I had it in me. Surprise-surprise!
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 13.18
Comments
From crockett on Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 13:52:27 from 71.32.238.131
Nice, way to go!
From Teena Marie on Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 13:55:23 from 67.2.112.134
Love to hear the sound of a reignited fire in your writing!
I just love everything about you!!!
Congratulations on a FANTASTIC race!!! :)
From Tom Slick on Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 14:16:44 from 69.171.160.195
Way to go bro maynard...you followed up the DNM with a 1/2 just days apart. I think it's time you took a shot at a BQ for 2012????????
From Steve Piccolo on Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 14:35:13 from 67.2.46.110
Great job! Always great to be happy with your race!
From RAD on Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 16:09:51 from 76.27.16.189
amazing...seriously just amazing!!! I couldn't do that today and I only did the 10K monday!! Nice work Maynard :)
From Kelli on Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 16:23:45 from 71.219.99.3
I am really impressed with that after you just ran a brutal marathon. Good thing you did not have a headache again. ;o) And to think, I wanted to be able to use the excuse that I ran the 10k on Monday.
Good to see you again!
From Andy on Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 16:37:21 from 174.52.172.236
Great job, Brad. Glad you had such a good race.
From DaleG on Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 01:39:39 from 71.199.57.238
Awesome job, B.A. Brad!!! Impressive run not even a week after Des News. I'm already signed up for next years Sogonapmit Marathon. Perhaps you'll try that one next year?
From allie on Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 12:36:41 from 24.10.191.18
so glad you had a great race! nice job.
From MarcE on Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 15:07:36 from 204.16.82.120
Way to go, Maynard! That has got to be a PR for you (at least for the past couple years). Well done! And you should feel good! Welcome back sub-8:00s!!!
From Maynard on Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 16:42:31 from 148.66.100.194
Thanks everyone! It was one of those races where everything came together except one. I was 30 seconds short of a PR thanks to a porta-potty stop at mile 11. But that's the way it goes, right? And I am in no way angry or disappointed about it either. I am at peace with myself and the world around me--my Zen training has come through finally.
From Kelli on Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 17:09:47 from 71.219.99.3
NAMASTE ;o)
From Kathie on Mon, Aug 01, 2011 at 20:19:24 from 97.126.210.248
Nice!!! Maybe you should run a Marathon before every half?!?!
From Smooth on Tue, Aug 02, 2011 at 23:37:27 from 67.2.116.101
YAY!!! 1:44!!! WOW!!! Sub-8!!! I could only dreamed of running that fast! :). CONGRATZ!!!
You are awesome!!! SO HAPPY to see you on Sat! I knew there was a reason you looked so radiant and happy even after I spilled smoothie on you! OH and THANKS for the hugs at your start, my turnaround and our finish!
kathie has a point there!
How about doing the Goofy challenge? Wait, do they do the half first? Anyhoo, you ROCK!!! And yes, you have it in you, no surprise, just awesomeness oozing out! :)
Sat, Aug 06, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
16.00
0.00
16.00
16 miles | 2:57:47 | 11:07 pace | Jordan River Parkway (West Jordan)
C2D2 is training to run Top of Utah. This was her first run beyond the half marathon distance. She didn't do too badly, but the next few long runs are going to be interesting to say the least.
Ran into Kathie and Kimmy--totally unexpected as neither they, nor I, live in the Salt Lake Valley; and yet there we were.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 16.00
Comments
From RAD on Sun, Aug 14, 2011 at 04:26:56 from 76.27.16.189
Hey, I ran into Kathie and Kimmy this week :) Missed you! Hope the long runs are going well, good luck!!!
Fri, Aug 12, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.00
5.00
10.00
10 miles | 1:33:11 | 9:17 pace | American Fork Canyon
Sweet run. Canyon was surprisingly busy at 6:00 a.m. Doing it again in the morning with Hay.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 10.00
Wed, Aug 17, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
16.08
0.00
16.08
16.08 miles | 3:01:20 | 11:17 pace | American Fork Canyon
A good run with Hay prior to me heading out of town for the weekend with the boy. Running up American Fork Canyon has always been fairly intimidating to me--which is why I haven't done it much--but Hay took it right in stride and didn't complain at all.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 16.08
Thu, Aug 18, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
4.10
0.00
4.10
4.1 miles | 42:06 | 10:16 pace | Lava Hot Springs
Shoes felt like bricks and the temp felt like it was 100°--neither of which were true. Wanted to explore a bit of Lava; didn't get far or see much. Saw the cemetery and the golf course that are located south of town but that was about it. Oh well.
Montrail Hard Rock (Yellow) Miles: 4.10
Comments
From fly on the Wall on Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 17:34:40 from 204.113.19.47
You borrowed my shoes without asking?
From Maynard on Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 22:10:14 from 71.213.11.73
Sorry. The bricks were just lying there. I didn't think anyone would mind.
From Smooth on Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 17:33:20 from 174.27.193.15
Hope you had fun at Lava Hot Springs! Missed you at PCM this year!
From Kelli on Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 22:52:13 from 71.219.67.82
Bricks for shoes in the heat, I can not think of much worse. Glad you survived.
From DaleG on Tue, Sep 06, 2011 at 13:09:05 from 71.199.57.238
How are you?
Thu, Sep 01, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
5.00
5.00
10.00
10 miles | 1:26:02 | 8:35 pace | Provo River Trail
Poor sock choice--hot spots and a blister.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 10.00
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Sep 06, 2011 at 22:58:57 from 174.27.216.165
Good to see you blogging!
NICE run! Sorry about the blister. Is it healed and you are ready for TOU? Hope I see you there! :)
Sat, Sep 03, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
7.05
7.05
14.10
14.1 miles | 2:10:45 | 9:17 pace | American Fork Canyon
Have I mentioned how much I love running in American Fork Canyon?
Question. Run on the right or left side of the road and what would the exceptions be?
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 14.10
Mon, Sep 05, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
18.72
0.00
18.72
18.72 miles | 3:30:00 (estimated) | 11:12 pace | Logan (most of the 19 final miles the TOU course
Thou shalt never pass up an opportunity to get a final long run in with your daughter who is running her first marathon with you even if it's a 220 mile round trip and ends up costing close to $50 just for gas. We had a good time. She's going to surprise herself at TOU in two weeks, I think.
I hope.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 18.72
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Sep 06, 2011 at 23:11:36 from 174.27.216.165
What an AWESOME Dad! :)
Yes, she will do FANTASTIC at TOU!!! :)
Hope I see you two!
From Tom Slick on Sun, Sep 11, 2011 at 14:17:15 from 69.171.160.120
So were less than a week from TOU, hows the prepration coming along.......
From Mack on Mon, Sep 12, 2011 at 20:16:08 from 50.39.193.169
I know a little of what you are feeling. Nothing better than running with a daughter...I run with mine a lot too.
The $50 bucks is money well spent. Hope she does great in her first marathon!
From Smooth on Wed, Sep 14, 2011 at 17:29:07 from 174.27.201.64
Can't wait to see you and your daughter on Sat. :)
Thu, Sep 15, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
3.60
0.00
3.60
3.6 miles to loosen up and relieve some stress. No watch.
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 3.60
Sat, Sep 17, 2011
Race:
Top of Utah Marathon (26.2 Miles) 04:34:24, Place overall: 1169, Place in age division: 91
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
26.20
0.00
26.20
My Hay's first marathon. Hay is my second daughter.
She did extremely well besting my first marathon time by 25 minutes and her mother's by 16. In my defense, I ran my first marathon, up through mile 22, with my really-really slow brother... (in my brother's defense, he's beaten me at St. George for the past I don't know how many years.)
Not much of a report, I know; maybe I'll post something more later.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 26.20
Comments
From Tom Slick on Tue, Sep 20, 2011 at 21:37:02 from 69.171.160.173
Congrats on your great finish at TOU and don't worry about the report, you reported on the most important part. What was Hays' time?
From Maynard on Tue, Sep 20, 2011 at 22:35:03 from 71.213.8.163
She was right there with me--that super cute young lady that was pulling me along...
From Smooth on Tue, Sep 20, 2011 at 22:39:51 from 174.27.201.64
that is the funniest report! :) :) :) Looks like the only person not needing defense is Hayley! She's the winner winner chicken dinner! :) SO PROUD of all of you!!!
The question is, is Hay gonna run another marathon?
From DaleG on Wed, Sep 21, 2011 at 22:32:30 from 99.204.205.125
Awesome for both of you. I hope to run marathons with my kids someday.
Sat, Oct 01, 2011
Race:
2011 St. George Marathon (26.2 Miles) 04:32:59, Place overall: 3425, Place in age division: 337
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
26.20
0.00
26.20
26.2 miles | 4:32:59 | 10:22 pace | St. George Marathon
ST. GEORGE BITES!
Well, that's how my report would have started if I'd have posted it Saturday.
As it is, two days later, I'm not quite so critical.
No,
my time didn't magically improve by 45 minutes, nor did the pain and
suffering I endured diminish (well, not very much anyways...), but my
perspective on it has changed. I think a good nights sleep and losing
the intense migraine may have helped with that.
Anywhooo...
At
the start just when we finally were approaching the actual start line, I
realized I needed the port-a-potty and dashed over and used the ones in
the elite corral and so my actual time was 7 minutes off the clock
time. I didn't want to even look at the splits on my Garmin because the
way I felt at the finish I 'knew' that from mile 9 on I had been
running 30 minute miles. This morning, Sunday, I finally reviewed the
splits and found them to be much better than anticipated. Still, from
14 on I did a lot of walking and limping and self-motivating. Really
could have used some self-medicating but all I had was Tylenol and that
just wasn't cutting it.
At TOU two weeks prior, that I ran with
my daughter, at some point I kicked my right ankle with my left foot
pretty good. Never bothered me then, but in the days after it was
pretty sore. But then it wasn't and all seemed fine. By mile 13 at St.
George, however, it started to bother me some--and then I slightly
brushed it with my other foot again and you'd have thought I had been
shot! OK, it wasn't quite that bad, but it hurt. By mile 21 it was
feeling better but all my energy had been sapped and I struggled with an
odd run/walk thing that eventually got me to the finish
4:32:59.
15th St. Geezy and 50th overall.
Comments
From Tom Slick on Mon, Oct 03, 2011 at 13:49:20 from 69.171.160.105
Glad you got it done! Hey why don't we ever see you at the 10 year club dinner????
From Maynard on Mon, Oct 03, 2011 at 21:21:04 from 71.213.6.158
My family has always had the tradition of going out somewhere where the whole lot of us can go--we're somewhat limited at the 10-year dinner. But maybe next year I'll join you.
From MarcE on Tue, Oct 04, 2011 at 11:36:11 from 204.16.82.120
Glad you got it done, too! Thanks again for the sunscreen and the intro to your brothers. 15 SGMs is quite a testament to your endurance!
Wed, Oct 19, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.19
0.00
6.19
Asics GT-2150 Trail Miles: 6.19
Wed, Oct 26, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
4.03
4.00
8.03
8.03 miles | 1:08:26 | 8:31 pace | Provo River Trail
Started out slow and sluggish, but finished with a couple sub-8's and feeling really good. I run for runs like today's. Wish I had taken my camera!
Comments
From DaleG on Thu, Oct 27, 2011 at 00:21:56 from 152.216.11.5
I bet it was beautiful up the canyon
Sat, Oct 29, 2011
Race:
Provo Halloween Half (13.1 Miles) 01:48:46, Place in age division: 29
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
0.00
13.10
13.10
13.2 miles | 1:48:46 | 8:12 pace | Provo Halloween Half
I don't want to whine so I'll leave most of the cheese out of this. Most of it.
The frustration from the packet pick-up had me flustered to the point that I left stuff in my car in my rush to get my bib on and onto a bus--most importantly, my gloves and hat. I froze up at the start. Fortunately, hypothermia kicked in and I was overwhelmed with a sense of warmth and well being. And then the race started and I forgot all about all that other stuff.
I started the race with Kelli and Rachel who were both a part of the 1:50 pacing team. And the 1:50 pacing team was, IMHO, the coolest pacing team there. Of course they were also the only pacing team I interacted with, so...
The first 5 miles were a bit steep for my liking, but the sub 8's on all of them were nice to have in the bank--especially when mile 7 clocked at 9:05. For the final 6 miles, I attempted to find my Zen state, succeeding at times, not at others, averaging 8:20.
Finished 12 minutes faster than planned and expected. Got my medal, picked up my shirt, helped sort through drop bags, rode the bus back to the mall, and went home.
Saucony Hurricane 8 (Blue) Miles: 13.10
Comments
From DaleG on Sun, Oct 30, 2011 at 15:30:14 from 173.151.21.60
Great job Brad!!!
From Andy on Sun, Oct 30, 2011 at 22:20:05 from 174.52.172.236
Well done. For the record, the 1:40 pace group was way cooler.
From Kelli on Sun, Oct 30, 2011 at 22:28:32 from 71.219.90.3
OH, Andy, you are so mistaken! 1:50 pacers took the cake yesterday, and ate it, too!!!!
Great job Bradley! It was nice to see you and chat with you yesterday! And so glad you left us and beat us to the finish line.
BTW, the traffic is awful in Utah County, could you please do something about that? NIGHTMARE!!!!
From Smooth on Mon, Oct 31, 2011 at 16:35:18 from 174.27.193.64
WOW!!! CONGRATZ on the fast time and no whinning about the mayhem. :) :) :)
Dang! I should've run it...looks like I missed out on some fun especially the 1:50 pacers! :) Did you dress up in costumes?
From Smooth on Fri, Nov 25, 2011 at 00:09:24 from 174.27.205.151
Happy Thanksgiving, Bradley!
Sat, Nov 05, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.57
0.00
6.57
A nice easy run with my college student. She'll graduate soon and then have to face the big wide world.
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 6.57
Fri, Nov 25, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
3.13
0.00
3.13
First miles I've run in a bit. Felt good and bad. My attitude has really tanked in recent weeks. I haven't felt motivated and/or inspired to run. I think it's the holidays.
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 3.13
Sat, Nov 26, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
7.11
0.00
7.11
7.11 miles | 1:03:46 | 8:58 pace | home
Meh...
There are days when I could easily give up running.
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 7.11
Comments
From Smooth on Wed, Nov 30, 2011 at 00:36:55 from 174.27.205.151
But you didn't!
Hang tough, my friend! :)
From fly on the Wall on Thu, Dec 01, 2011 at 23:31:31 from 166.70.192.189
On those days I try to remember those other days.
From DaleG on Thu, Dec 01, 2011 at 23:51:17 from 152.216.11.5
I hear what you're sayin'
Thu, Dec 01, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.18
0.00
6.18
Saucony Xodus Miles: 6.18
Sat, Dec 03, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
7.16
0.00
7.16
Just like there are days when I could never run again and not feel an ounce of remorse, there are days like today when I wish I could run forever...
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 7.16
Comments
From DaleG on Mon, Dec 05, 2011 at 01:45:17 from 71.199.57.238
Very cool. Looks like a nice route!
From Smooth on Mon, Dec 05, 2011 at 22:08:03 from 174.27.205.151
That is GREAT!!!! :) :) :) Here's to more days/runs like that!
From Smooth on Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 19:17:04 from 174.27.214.60
Wanna join us on the Lehi JRP tomorrow (Sat the 18th)? We're meeting at 8. :)
From Maynard on Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 20:56:19 from 71.213.9.141
I might can. Where at on the trail?
From Smooth on Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 20:59:41 from 174.27.214.60
Same place as usual. 1500 north bridge! Look forward to seeing you!
From Maynard on Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 21:04:44 from 71.213.9.141
No promises--I did something to my back last night running...
From Smooth on Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 21:09:08 from 174.27.214.60
Just saw your recent post! Sorry about the darn cement oval run.
Thu, Dec 15, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
9.89
0.00
9.89
9.89 miles | 1:32:02 | 9:19 pace | Olympic Oval
Four hours of that oval on the 31st is going to be a chore...
Woke up this morning and could not get out of bed. The run did something to aggravate my back.
Saucony Kinvara Miles: 9.89
Comments
From Smooth on Fri, Dec 16, 2011 at 21:08:02 from 174.27.214.60
Are you going to run that thing on New Year's Eve? I may do it but only for couple hours the most.
NICE running around and around! How's the back now?
From MarcE on Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at 19:59:39 from 204.16.82.120
I hope you get to switch directions periodically.
Sat, Dec 17, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
9.53
0.00
9.53
9.53 miles | 1:34:10 | 9:53 pace | Jordan River Parkway (Lehi)
Nice and easy run with Smooth, Karen, Wendy, and Chad.
And then I got to drive up to Logan to see my daughter do this:
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 9.53
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 23:19:07 from 174.27.196.172
It was NICE!!! So good to see you! Thanks for coming!
How did Shantell's National Anthem singing go?
From Maynard on Wed, Dec 21, 2011 at 11:23:08 from 71.213.1.53
Smooth--I just posted the video up above. I hope it works for you. She did really well.
From Smooth on Thu, Dec 22, 2011 at 18:01:32 from 75.162.95.99
OK! It was Haley, not Shantell!!! My bad!!!
The video works!!! She did WONDERFUL!!!! What a beautiful voice!!! You must be so proud!!! :) :) :)
My question is why didn't they have her stand in the CENTER or middle of the court?
SO SO SO impress with her talents! :)
K, we are meeting at 8:30 at the Lehi 1500N JRP on Christmas Eve morning! See you there!!! :)
From DaleG on Fri, Dec 23, 2011 at 21:46:59 from 152.216.3.5
Merry Christmas!!!
From Maynard on Fri, Dec 23, 2011 at 21:54:17 from 71.213.15.149
Smooth: I'm not entirely sure why they had her do it where they did. She is a very talented singer. Don't know where she got it from--neither her mother nor I can hit a note to save our lives...
Dale! Merry Christmas to you as well! How have you been?
Sat, Dec 24, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
3.66
6.00
9.66
HAPPY CHRISTMAS!
9.66 miles | 1:24:01 | 8:42 pace | Jordan River Parkway/Lehi
I got home and just felt really grateful that I am able to run. And that there are such cool people out there that will let me run with them. Thanks everybody!
Saucony Guide TR Miles: 9.66
Comments
From RAD on Sat, Dec 24, 2011 at 14:45:32 from 98.202.23.178
Glad you had a good time!!
From Smooth on Sun, Dec 25, 2011 at 02:46:54 from 75.162.95.99
Thanks for coming and making the run so fun!!! I really enjoy running with you! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!! :)
From Chad on Tue, Dec 27, 2011 at 12:39:24 from 168.177.153.27
I like these group runs. They'll help keep me honest with long run miles training for Utah Valley. Are you signed up for anything next spring?
Mon, Dec 26, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
6.90
0.00
6.90
6.9 miles | 1:34:03 | 13:38 pace | "Dos Rock Piles"
'Twas the day after Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring-- I'd gone for a run...
I had been toying with the idea of going into work but
opted not to—it was a “holiday” after all…
During the drive from the house to the Canyon Glen
parking lot the thought entered my mind that a trail run might involve a
mountain lion.Don’t know why that
thought popped up this time and not at others, but it did—and I nearly scuttled
my plans.Fortunately I didn’t.And no cougars were seen.And that’s probably how they planned it.
I’ve run and/or hiked this trail a number of times but
this was the first time I actually ran what I planned—and then some.The Great Western Trail, I believe, splits
and runs past Mt. Timpanogos on both the western and eastern sides.I think.I might have misheard that somewhere once upon a time.Not that it matters.
At Canyon Glen you can hit the Great Western Trail and
run it north to Dry Canyon, Battle Creek, Grove Greek, and end up in American
Fork Canyon.Going from AF
Canyon/Timpooneke to Provo Canyon makes for a very fun mountain bike ride.I expect it would make for a nice run as
well.Maybe in the spring…
So, I started at Canyon Glen with the simple goal of
running as far as the rock pile about 2 ½ miles up the trail.Most of that is uphill and I hiked most of
it, running the flats and the downs.Never saw a soul, which was weird given that the parking lot was packed.I found myself constantly scanning the brush
and checking the snow for tracks left by a big cat.Nothing.
At the rock pile I was debating whether I should head
back or head on up the trail for a bit more when a blonde comes traipsing out
of the scrub oak.We exchanged greetings
and commented on the weather, and off she went along a trail I’d never been
on.“Hmmmm. I wonder where that goes?”But did I want to follow this young lady and
possibly give her the impression that I was stalking her?I waited a few minutes and off I went after
her figuring I just go ½ a mile or so to the top of a hill the trail appeared
to be heading towards, at which point I’d turn around.About ¼ of a mile up the trail I came around
a bend and there she was—tying her shoes.I was by no means quiet or stealthy as I stomped up the trail, but she
never once looked up or acknowledged me in the least.Until I was right there.And I guess I gave her quite a scare.She was wearing headphones so I suppose I
shouldn’t feel too bad, but I did, apologized and kept on going.
And I’m glad I did!About ¾ of a mile past the first rock pile is a second rock pile at the
top of a knoll that stretched out from the base of Timp and gave a pretty nice
view of the southern end of the valley.I wished I had my camera but I didn’t and spend a few minutes there
lamenting the fact before heading back.
I’m not much of a climber but I sure love storming back
down the hillside once I’ve gotten to the top.
Woke up today and wished that I didn’t have to go into
work for reals.The lack of snow up on
those trails really has me jonesing to run—and work effectively puts the kybosh
on those aspirations.
Work.If only I
didn’t have to!
Saucony Xodus Miles: 6.90
Comments
From Smooth on Tue, Dec 27, 2011 at 23:49:46 from 75.162.95.99
Sounds like a nice run around two giant rock piles! :). How was your Christmas?
Thu, Dec 29, 2011
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
0.00
0.00
0.00
F L U
Flash back to 2005 and a bout of the flu in the days prior to SGM. I DNF'd that year, have beat myself up over and over again on account of it. But, having spent the day sick in bed yesterday with the flu again, I think I remember why I jumped ship back in '05. I'm registered to run the New Year's Revolution run thing at the Olympic Oval on Saturday. I wonder how that'll turn out...
Comments
From DaleG on Fri, Dec 30, 2011 at 03:13:46 from 71.199.57.238
What a bummer!!! I hope you feel better, or good enough to run on Saturday. I'm signed up for that thing at the oval, too, but I am so out of shape, there's no way I'd make the 4 hours I signed up for. Oh well, maybe I can sleep in.
Sat, Dec 31, 2011
Race:
New Year's Revolution Run (19.25 Miles) 04:00:22, Place in age division: 25
Slow miles
Fast miles
Total Distance
19.25
0.00
19.25
Officially: 19.25 miles | 4:00:22 | 12:30 pace | Utah Olympic Oval | New Year's Revolution Run
I got to looking at the numbers later today and just started to think they didn't quite line up. I mean I know I was going slow, but I don't think I was anywhere near THAT slow!
Or maybe I'm just getting old and senile and have begun to create imaginary realities that I really believe...
Saucony Hurricane 10 (Black) Miles: 19.25
Comments
From RAD on Sun, Jan 01, 2012 at 04:32:02 from 98.202.23.178
I've heard from quite a few people that their laps were shorted. Plus, you have to remember that is start to finish time AP. Not just running time. So, if you stopped and ate or had a rest or walked...clock never stopped. Makes it seem really slow, but just imagine if you only got 14 miles in 4 hours?!? :)
From Tom Slick on Sun, Jan 01, 2012 at 18:40:42 from 69.171.160.52
Maynard, did you run this or do it on a scooter? HNY!
