#resolution run

So I told you all that I had a race on the 6 of Jan and I just want to tell you how I did. 

1st place!! (In the U 19 womans categorie) 

My time wasnt as good as I wanted 39:39 for 8k, but the course was really really bad, it was by the water(so windy) on ice with a max course elevation of 94m (thats really high people!!) 

So I know that not an excuse but I do feel a little better about being of by like 8secs a km.

My resolution run with the moon peeking through the branches, ominous, magnificent

. Yes, we do watch the X-Files ! The Resolution Run is an annual event by organized by the Running Room. They hold bi-weekly runs open to every one, and in winter it is better to run in a group, because of the danger of falling on ice. There was not much snow at the 2015 RR, but half-melted, darkened snowpacks were abundant. Despite what the comic may let you think, there were crews presents,…

I just did my resolution run. It was just a fun run, but I finished first -- so I'll take that. A good way to finish the year.

I wore my lucky hat. Bonus points to anyone who knows the significance of this hat (here's a clue, I got it on New Year's day in Holland a few years ago).

I'm happy to see the new design for the Running Room's resolution run this upcoming new year. It's not the greatest run, but it includes a jacket so that was enough to make me register again this year. You can never have enough running jackets in the winter. And this one has red. Studies have proven that wearing red increases your speed and stamina by 18%.

This is what last year's design looked like:

It was a pretty crazy race. The course went from the road, to a boardwalk to a running trail. It was all covered in ice and at one point there was a small set of stairs. To give you an idea of the weather, my car got stuck in the snow when I tried to park. Due to the ice the course had to be cut short, so I'm not sure exactly how far I ran. All I know is that I ran like hell. It felt more like a sprint than a run. I think it was probably my fastest pace yet... but I guess I'll never know. 

Happy 2012! I began the year with a 5K and could not have asked for a more beautiful day.

Expectations were not high, since I had not run in a week, but we got out there and had an awesome time. Who knows, maybe next year I'll take the plunge! I am looking forward to another day of rest tomorrow and a quiet week. It will be nice to log some miles and I already have a Saturday run planned with my friend. 

Here's to a great new year!

And I am SUCH A CONVERT!  Hole. E. Cow.  I did one lap around my subdivision (0.7 miles) in sock covered (otherwise) bare feet... and it was the easiest lap I've ever done.  My knees felt great.  My feet felt great.  My posture and speed were great.  I followed that lap with a second lap in my shoes... and it sucked.  Honestly, I was surprised with how hard the second lap was.  My left knee started twitching almost instantly (which it does from time to time on my regular runs), I had to constantly think about foot strike and posture, and it was just plain hard compared to the first lap.  I will be kicking the shoes as soon as possible.  Apparently, I should only do 5 mins barefoot at a time, to ease the transition and prevent any possible stress fractures.  So, I will do 5 mins barefoot for the next little while, then go to 10 mins, 15 mins, etc.

Ooh!!!  I just registered for the Resolution Run 5K on Saturday - happy new year to me! I'm already planning on the Color Run 5K and Make A Wish 5Ks in February, but (here comes the announcement): my very first 10K will be the Mardi Gras Masquerade on February 11, 2012!!!  Yes, I'm excited.  I might even be able to do the whole thing barefoot (okay, in Vibrams) by then.  Woot woot!!!