So, where the hell is Bob, the Chicago Marathon blog-father? His site "A running destination" was overtaken then we haven't heard from him since. Bob, you out there?
I'm reminded of Bob because I check my blog's search keywords in my traffic tracker once in awhile. It provides for some interesting items people are searching for -- somehow they are taken to A whole lot of soles.. So, in the public service and for the betterment of the web as an interactive forum, here are my answers to your web queries
Q: "a running destination blog bob"
A: I dunno, but if you find him, let me know!
Q: humber bridge 10k map (from Britain)
A: I'm not sure where the Humber bridge in the UK is, but i'm sure mine (in Etobicoke) is not the one you're looking for. It's a good 15K run from my place though
Q: 10k times men percentile
A: Not sure what it is, I guess it depends what age group you're in. My advice, run well and the percentages will take care of themselves
Q: Marine corp sunrise parade may 25, 2007
A: I was at the Memorial Day Parade ... never been to the other
Q: arlington
A: Why yes, I've heard of it. Maybe I've even gone past it
Q: gatorade is yummy
A: Wiser words were never spoken. Although I'd hasten to add 'beer is yummy.' As for Gatorade, I like Frost, Blue and Fruit Punch. Lots of sugar, carbs and other goodness needed during and after a good long run.
Q: ontario half maratons
A: Did i misspell marathon at some point? Anyhow, I've done Mississauga, Toronto and Toronto Waterfront. All are good and fast.
Q: 10 miler
A: Why, how nice of you to ask. I'm running two this year, one in Toronto in July, the other the big Army 10 Miler in October.
Q: mileage distance of 3k, 5k, 6k, 9k
A: Google answers all. Type "3 kilometres to miles" and you'll get your answer.
That's it.. for now..
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Comparing splits
Trying to be smart about getting my runs in this week, I decided to do my long run after work today, a 21.1K (I throw the extra .1 for the half marathoner in me) jaunt through the city's east end, to the Beaches and back. It'll be a busy weekend and I'm not sure i'll get good time to do long runs.
I did the same distance on Saturday, so I decided to compare the two runs (haven't done this in awhile).
Saturday: This run was not done with the ideal planning. I had been out drinking until 2:30 a.m. and didn't get to bed until after 3. I drank as much water before bed to counter the 4 or 5 pints I drank, and got in more water when I got up. I also didn't get a good brekkie in me but in my favour, when I went out at 10:30 a.m., conditions were cool.
Here are the splits:
Today, the temperature was supposed to hit 30, but by the water it was cooler, probably as low as 23. Rushing out to run, I didn't bring water with me, and instead hydrated on about 200 ml of water. Also, the last thing I ate was a banana about three hours before the run. My focus was to get the run in and put in a decent effort.
The splits
Today's time was a few minutes after and I felt good -- even though I was tired -- the entire way. I settled quickly into a comfortable 5:10 or faster pace after about 4K. Part of the marathon training this year will be to do longer runs at harder efforts, even much more than this. I'm not looking forward to this, but it will be a challenge.
In all, this doesn't really tell me much -- my half marathon racing times have been between 1:34 and 1:36. But I do definately feel like the fitness is coming back.
I did the same distance on Saturday, so I decided to compare the two runs (haven't done this in awhile).
Saturday: This run was not done with the ideal planning. I had been out drinking until 2:30 a.m. and didn't get to bed until after 3. I drank as much water before bed to counter the 4 or 5 pints I drank, and got in more water when I got up. I also didn't get a good brekkie in me but in my favour, when I went out at 10:30 a.m., conditions were cool.
Here are the splits:
Today, the temperature was supposed to hit 30, but by the water it was cooler, probably as low as 23. Rushing out to run, I didn't bring water with me, and instead hydrated on about 200 ml of water. Also, the last thing I ate was a banana about three hours before the run. My focus was to get the run in and put in a decent effort.
The splits
Today's time was a few minutes after and I felt good -- even though I was tired -- the entire way. I settled quickly into a comfortable 5:10 or faster pace after about 4K. Part of the marathon training this year will be to do longer runs at harder efforts, even much more than this. I'm not looking forward to this, but it will be a challenge.In all, this doesn't really tell me much -- my half marathon racing times have been between 1:34 and 1:36. But I do definately feel like the fitness is coming back.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Racking them up early...
Will have a busy weekend coming up in DC so i'm planning to do a long run in the midweek, maybe a 10 to 12 miler if I can get home early enough.. Had a nice 12K run today, out to Leslie St. and back in less than an hour...
Monday, May 28, 2007
Memorial Day
.. In DC right now, after watching the Memorial Day parade. Lots of marching bands, veterans, military vehicles and flags.
On the running front, I took Sunday and today off and will get back to it tomorrow when i'm back in Toronto. Last week's mileage was 59K, just short of the 60, but still a healthy level.
On the running front, I took Sunday and today off and will get back to it tomorrow when i'm back in Toronto. Last week's mileage was 59K, just short of the 60, but still a healthy level.
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Marine Corps Marathon fills up...
Oh crap, I guess Jelly won't be running the Marine Corps Marathon this year. Registration filled up only about two weeks after it opened.
Running is going well this week. I've managed to put in two runs today (a quick 4K before going to work this morning and 6K after) for a total of 30K on the week. I think another 60K week is within grasp...
Running is going well this week. I've managed to put in two runs today (a quick 4K before going to work this morning and 6K after) for a total of 30K on the week. I think another 60K week is within grasp...
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