Browse Tag: Running

Half Marathon Training – Just the Facts

Today’s Goal: 4 miles
Actual Distance: 4.1 miles
Time: 37:25
Weather: Partly cloudy; 65 degrees
Time of Day: 12:00 PM
Notes: Good run. Pace was faster than normal. 9:06. If I can do that pace through the race I will finish in under 2 hours.


Tomorrow’s Goal: 6 miles

Half Marathon Training – Weekly Long Run

Today’s Goal: 9 miles
Actual Distance: 9 miles
Time: 1:30:59
Weather: Sunny; Cool; 60 degrees; Beautiful September morning
Time of Day: 8 AM
Notes: This is the longest distance I’ve ever run. I felt good the whole run. At one point it was like I forgot I was still running and was lost in my thoughts.


In order to amuse myself while covering what was quite a distance (for me), and for your entertainment, I took a selfie at each mile. You’re welcome.


That's weird shit. Maybe running causes brain damage.
That’s weird shit. Maybe running causes brain damage.


Tomorrow’s Goal: miles

Half Marathon Training – Beaten by Snails Again

Today’s Goal: 4 miles
Actual Distance:4 miles
Time: 45:27
Weather: Hot; Very humid; Sunny; 86 degrees
Time of Day: 12:15 PM
Notes: Still tired; heat was a bit much today; been having migraine symptoms; against my better judgement, I had some drinks yesterday. I’m not hungover, but the drinks didn’t do anything for my energy. That’s for sure.


Tomorrow’s Goal: 8 miles

Half Marathon Training – Just the Facts

Today’s Goal: 4 miles
Actual Distance: 4.1 miles
Time: 39:56
Weather: Hot; Not too humid; Sunny; 80 degrees
Time of Day: 12:30 PM
Notes: I had more energy today. I ate an energy gel 15 minutes before running. This probably helped.


Tomorrow’s Goal: 4 miles