Well..2010 is almost over.
I took a month of after MR 100, gained 10 Lbs...its time to start again :)
My training for Zane G 50 miler is starting, nice and slow, as I lost all my speed and base.
What are the plans for 2011:
-ZG 50 miler
-SJS 50 miler
-AC 100 miler
and some other 50K's.
Ok, time to get my butt in gear :)
Monday, December 20, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Mother Road 100 (OK)...thoughts
As things are going back to normal , its time to write a bit about my 100 mile race in OK on Route 66.
I have to say that this one was a tough one..pavement..uneven shoulders..cold temps...lots of blisters!!
One thing is for sure, I will never ever do a "cold" race again , I cant deal with cold temps, give me 90 during a Race and Iam happy..but the temps dropped to 33 during the night!!!
Even the start was already cold, I wore a Jacket, hat and gloves and arm warmers and shirts and I was more then happy to finally move and get warm!
I decided to wear my Spira Shoes which turned out to be a great choice.
As I mentioned before the Spira Odyssey have the Wave spring technology and they are well cushioned, I never felt "Route 66"!!
Unfortunately , I had to change shoes after 20 miles as the Toe box was getting to tight. Bummer!!!
Switching into my normal Running shoes was a big difference..WOW..My Spira shoe was light and cushioned and my regular shoe felt heavy and I could feel the pavement right away.
Well, nothing I could do...wish I had another pair of the Odyssey with a bigger toe box..I did run the rest of the Race in my normal running shoes.
The 1st 50 miles went well and I was right on "time" , but as the temps dropped, my pace slowed down.
There is something happening to my body when it gets cold...I cant move!! ????
The night approached and I got even colder , wore 2 jackets , 2 hats , 3 pairs of gloves , 2 shirts and still, I was freezing.
At mile 64 we had a nice heated aid-station , the thoughts of just staying there and not continue....yeah, what to do...
But I wanted to finish and I wanted the Belt buckle !!!
So, I moved and got out in the cold again.Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
I already had a bunch of blisters on my L foot and being very cold I did not run anymore, the Death march started.
30 miles to go , a long way to walk...so, I walked and walked...
The sunrise did not help with the temps , still cold and still wearing all my running cloth , I still walked..
20..10...5..3...1 mile left , I was able to see the finish. Wohooooo!!
Entering the High School track and having 300 meters left felt very good , forgetting the pain , I finally started
to jog and crossed the Finish line with a big smile.
29:35 hrs later...Yeahhh
I know its a slow time , but Iam just happy that I got through this race and I finally got my Buckle!
Back in the hotel , taking a long hot shower felt like "Heaven"..finally warming up!
What an Adventure!!!
Luckily I had an Awesome Crew for this race, Shay and Vaden volunteered to crew people. I never met them before , a day before, we met and talked about the Race.
They had to crew 3 other runners beside me and they did a great Job!! THANK YOU!!
My friend Debbie was running the Race too , we decided to run together and we helped each other through this one. THANK YOU!!
Now its time to plan for 2011..so far , I have two 50 milers ( Zane G and SJS) and some 50 K's and some shorter ones. Looking for another 100 miler...a "warm" one..LOL
Any Suggestions???
Ok, thats my MR 100 Race report.
Moving on.....
I have to say that this one was a tough one..pavement..uneven shoulders..cold temps...lots of blisters!!
One thing is for sure, I will never ever do a "cold" race again , I cant deal with cold temps, give me 90 during a Race and Iam happy..but the temps dropped to 33 during the night!!!
Even the start was already cold, I wore a Jacket, hat and gloves and arm warmers and shirts and I was more then happy to finally move and get warm!
I decided to wear my Spira Shoes which turned out to be a great choice.
As I mentioned before the Spira Odyssey have the Wave spring technology and they are well cushioned, I never felt "Route 66"!!
Unfortunately , I had to change shoes after 20 miles as the Toe box was getting to tight. Bummer!!!
Switching into my normal Running shoes was a big difference..WOW..My Spira shoe was light and cushioned and my regular shoe felt heavy and I could feel the pavement right away.
Well, nothing I could do...wish I had another pair of the Odyssey with a bigger toe box..I did run the rest of the Race in my normal running shoes.
The 1st 50 miles went well and I was right on "time" , but as the temps dropped, my pace slowed down.
There is something happening to my body when it gets cold...I cant move!! ????
The night approached and I got even colder , wore 2 jackets , 2 hats , 3 pairs of gloves , 2 shirts and still, I was freezing.
At mile 64 we had a nice heated aid-station , the thoughts of just staying there and not continue....yeah, what to do...
But I wanted to finish and I wanted the Belt buckle !!!
So, I moved and got out in the cold again.Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
I already had a bunch of blisters on my L foot and being very cold I did not run anymore, the Death march started.
30 miles to go , a long way to walk...so, I walked and walked...
The sunrise did not help with the temps , still cold and still wearing all my running cloth , I still walked..
20..10...5..3...1 mile left , I was able to see the finish. Wohooooo!!
Entering the High School track and having 300 meters left felt very good , forgetting the pain , I finally started
to jog and crossed the Finish line with a big smile.
29:35 hrs later...Yeahhh
I know its a slow time , but Iam just happy that I got through this race and I finally got my Buckle!
Back in the hotel , taking a long hot shower felt like "Heaven"..finally warming up!
What an Adventure!!!
Luckily I had an Awesome Crew for this race, Shay and Vaden volunteered to crew people. I never met them before , a day before, we met and talked about the Race.
They had to crew 3 other runners beside me and they did a great Job!! THANK YOU!!
My friend Debbie was running the Race too , we decided to run together and we helped each other through this one. THANK YOU!!
Now its time to plan for 2011..so far , I have two 50 milers ( Zane G and SJS) and some 50 K's and some shorter ones. Looking for another 100 miler...a "warm" one..LOL
Any Suggestions???
Ok, thats my MR 100 Race report.
Moving on.....
Spira shoes Summary :
To add to my race report , I wanted to add a summary about the Spira shoes too.
My experiences so far are really good , now lets compare the Spira shoes to my "normal" running shoes:
- My Spira shoes are lighter then my other running shoes
- The cushioning is exceptional
- Based on their Wave spring technology they have a great "Energy return"
- Running with the Spira shoes feels easier
Not one of my other "road" shoe is comparable with the Spira shoe !!
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Proud Owner...
Done with my last 5 miler before Mother Road 100....The Spira shoe and I are Ready!!
Left...3 miles...2 miles..rest...rest...rest...LOL
Count down....less then 1 week!
Ok, it was early in the morning...not much smiling...;)
Left...3 miles...2 miles..rest...rest...rest...LOL
Count down....less then 1 week!
Spira Odyssey Running Shoe - Road tested!
After I received my Spira shoes 2 1/2 weeks ago, its time to write a feedback.
The Odyssey running shoe is very comfortable, once I put them on, they fit like a glove.
No " Break in " time needed!!!
Time for another test run :
I decided to go for a 3 miler around the block.
The Odyssey is a cushion trainer and is perfect for runs on firm surface .
Sure enough, during my run I felt the running shoe provided excellent forefoot and heel cushion with max. impact absorption.
I felt a difference in my energy level, running seemed to be easier.
I felt quick and springy!!!
Test result : A+
Next test (Half marathon, Pavement):
The Odyssey has the Tri spring technology, 2 in the forefoot and 1 in the heel.
They are very responsive for running with an energy recovery system.
During my Half marathon , I once again , felt running was easier and I was able to hold my pace throughout the entire race.
My legs never felt tired and I " blame " it on the Wave spring technology.
I had GREAT race.
Test result : A+
Iam now in my taper phase for my 100 miler on Nov 13th (on pavement)
Long runs are done, left are some short and faster runs.
My plan for the 100 miler is to start with the Odyssey shoe, I know I will benefit from the lightweight and cushioned footwear.
My experience so far with the Spira shoe is very positive and I think any Runner will find some benefits from the many features the Odyssey has to offer.
All my test runs were great and I trust the shoe and recommend it to anybody who is out there , trying to find the right shoe.
The Spira running shoe "line" has a lot to offer , the Odyssey is for mid- long runs, but they also have Racers.
My review so far:
- Great shoe , fits like a glove
- Great Cushion in forefoot and heel
- Great shoe laces ( they dont untie during a run)
- Running feels quick and springy
- Lightweight
- Even during an easy run , my times were faster without more afford
The Odyssey seems to work really well for me and I cant wait to test them at the 100 mile race.
I maybe would liked a bit more colors for this shoe , like the Racers (bright red and yellow) , so other runners would see them from far away and wondering.."what shoe is that??"
And you might want to order 1/2 size bigger.
Ok...Iam ready for the 100 miler...my shoe is ready too!!! wohooooo
www.spirafootwear.com
The Odyssey running shoe is very comfortable, once I put them on, they fit like a glove.
Time for another test run :
I decided to go for a 3 miler around the block.
The Odyssey is a cushion trainer and is perfect for runs on firm surface .
Sure enough, during my run I felt the running shoe provided excellent forefoot and heel cushion with max. impact absorption.
I felt a difference in my energy level, running seemed to be easier.
I felt quick and springy!!!
Test result : A+
Next test (Half marathon, Pavement):
The Odyssey has the Tri spring technology, 2 in the forefoot and 1 in the heel.
They are very responsive for running with an energy recovery system.
During my Half marathon , I once again , felt running was easier and I was able to hold my pace throughout the entire race.
My legs never felt tired and I " blame " it on the Wave spring technology.
I had GREAT race.
Test result : A+
Iam now in my taper phase for my 100 miler on Nov 13th (on pavement)
Long runs are done, left are some short and faster runs.
My plan for the 100 miler is to start with the Odyssey shoe, I know I will benefit from the lightweight and cushioned footwear.
My experience so far with the Spira shoe is very positive and I think any Runner will find some benefits from the many features the Odyssey has to offer.
All my test runs were great and I trust the shoe and recommend it to anybody who is out there , trying to find the right shoe.
The Spira running shoe "line" has a lot to offer , the Odyssey is for mid- long runs, but they also have Racers.
My review so far:
- Great shoe , fits like a glove
- Great Cushion in forefoot and heel
- Great shoe laces ( they dont untie during a run)
- Running feels quick and springy
- Lightweight
- Even during an easy run , my times were faster without more afford
The Odyssey seems to work really well for me and I cant wait to test them at the 100 mile race.
I maybe would liked a bit more colors for this shoe , like the Racers (bright red and yellow) , so other runners would see them from far away and wondering.."what shoe is that??"
And you might want to order 1/2 size bigger.
Ok...Iam ready for the 100 miler...my shoe is ready too!!! wohooooo
www.spirafootwear.com
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Half marathon in Spira Shoes
As I got my new Spira Odyssey running shoes, I had to try them!
I know they always say, dont try something new at race day,but I felt very comfortable with the Spira shoe.
Sat 7am, lets get the Race started!!
Great course, great Weather and great Aid stations and not to forget GREAT SHOES!!
The New Spira Odyssey are well cushioned and have the wave spring technology (forefoot + heel)
They had a great impact absorption and energy return.
I had 1 big blister underneath my forefoot from my last 30 miler in "norml road shoes", but the Spira shoe cushion was awesome and I never felt my blister.
My pace during the race was fast, the whole run felt easier !!!
I did have cushioned Running shoes before,but it always felt like I was running in sand after 1 mile and sucked the energy right out of my legs.
Spira shoes "returned" my energy !! Wohooo
Check it out :
http://www.facebook.com/SpiraFootwear.
Oh, I had a great Race...got 4th Female overall and 11th overall. Despite my shin injury and not enough training. I "blame" it on my new Spira Shoes!!
I know they always say, dont try something new at race day,but I felt very comfortable with the Spira shoe.
Sat 7am, lets get the Race started!!
Great course, great Weather and great Aid stations and not to forget GREAT SHOES!!
The New Spira Odyssey are well cushioned and have the wave spring technology (forefoot + heel)
They had a great impact absorption and energy return.
I had 1 big blister underneath my forefoot from my last 30 miler in "norml road shoes", but the Spira shoe cushion was awesome and I never felt my blister.
My pace during the race was fast, the whole run felt easier !!!
I did have cushioned Running shoes before,but it always felt like I was running in sand after 1 mile and sucked the energy right out of my legs.
Spira shoes "returned" my energy !! Wohooo
Check it out :
http://www.facebook.com/SpiraFootwear.
Oh, I had a great Race...got 4th Female overall and 11th overall. Despite my shin injury and not enough training. I "blame" it on my new Spira Shoes!!
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Training for Mother Road 100
My next 100 miler is coming up, MR 100 in OK on Nov 13th.
Training is not 100% as my shins are still a problem, but was able to get finally a long B2B weekend in.
All nice and slow and on Pavement..!!
Iam waiting for my Spira shoes, cant wait to try them out. I hope they are coming before my Half Marathon this Sat.
check it out: motherroad100.com
Training is not 100% as my shins are still a problem, but was able to get finally a long B2B weekend in.
All nice and slow and on Pavement..!!
Iam waiting for my Spira shoes, cant wait to try them out. I hope they are coming before my Half Marathon this Sat.
check it out: motherroad100.com
Friday, October 22, 2010
My 1st Blog
I thought I try something new..creating a Blog..oh boy!!
Lets see how this works :)
This Blog is about my Races and some Gear review and other running stuff .
Let the "games" begin !!
Lets see how this works :)
This Blog is about my Races and some Gear review and other running stuff .
Let the "games" begin !!
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