Each Day Is a Gift

April 25, 2024

Recent EntriesHomeJoin Fast Running Blog Community!PredictorHealthy RecipesSmooth's RacesFind BlogsMileage BoardTop Ten Excuses for Missing a RunTop Ten Training MistakesDiscussion ForumRace Reports Send A Private MessageWeek ViewMonth ViewYear View
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020
15% off for Fast Running Blog members at St. George Running Center!

Location:

UT,

Member Since:

Oct 14, 2008

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Age Division Winner

Running Accomplishments:

85 marathons, 5 times Utah Grand Slam finisher (division winner twice).

7 Bostons (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016).

Two 50Ks, one 50 miler (Pony Express).

A handful of AG wins in all distance races.

Marathon PR: 3:57:09 (Boston'08)

Half Marathon PR: 1:48:41 (Bryce Canyon '11)

10K PR: 47:50 (Spectrum 10K '09)

5K PR: 22:31 (Nestle 5K '08)
 

Short-Term Running Goals:

2017 Races:

June 10 - Utah Valley Marathon (5:13:43)

June 24 - Morgan Valley Marathon (5:49:01)

July 8 - Hobbler Half (2:19:37, 2nd AG)

July 24 - Temple to Temple 5K (27:43)

July 29 - Timp Half (2:08:01, 3rd AG)

Aug 26 - Mt. Nebo Marathon (5:16:16, 3rd AG)

Sep 16 - Huntsville Marathon (4:48:53)

Oct 7 - St. Geroge Marathon (4:57:11)

Nov 4 - Canyon City Marathon (5:30:07)

2018 Races:

Jan 13 - St. George Half (2:19:45, 3rd AG)

Mar 3 - The Woodlands Marathon (5:01:35)

Apr 6-7 - Ragnar So. California

June 1-2 - Ragnar Wasatch Back

June 9 - Utah Valley Marathon (5:19:22)

June 30 - Morgan Valley Half

Sep 1 - Pocatello Marathon (6:00:43)

Sep 15 - Huntsville Marathon (5:37:08)

Oct 6 - St. George Marathon (5:25:43)

Oct 20 - SoJo Marathon (5:29:23)

2019 Races:

June 1 - Utah Valley Marathon (5:44:24)

June 22 - Morgan Valley Marathon (6:15:13)

Aug 31 - Pocatello Marathon (5:38:47)

Sep 14 - Big Cottonwood Marathon (6:03:51)

Oct 5 - St. George Marathon (5:57:46)

Oct 12 - SoJo Marathon (5:55:45)

2020 Races:

Jan 18 - St. George Half (2:38:28)

Feb 15 - Sun Marathon (5:51:54)

May 5 - Conquer Covid-19 Virtual Marathon (5:49:07)

May 16 - Clear Creek Canyon Half Marathon (2:32:15)

May 25 - Utah Valley Virtual Marathon (5:33:110

June 9 - Independence Run Virtual Marathon (5:55:22)

 

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run happy and healthy all the days of my life. Be an example and inspiration to my family.

 

Personal:

I'm 64, retired RN, happily married, nana to 14 beautiful grandchildren, mother to 6 children (1 daughter, 5 sons) who are kind, hardworking, caring, wonderful people! Wish they live closer!!!  :)  :)  :)

Picked up running in 2005 at age 50, to stay healthy so I can take care of my husband who had endocarditis resulting in AVR and MVR in 2004, end stage renal failure in 2014, kidney transplant on Dec 30, 2015.  Six months after the kidney transplant, we discovered that he has a rare auto-immune disease that was probably triggered in 2004 with then the undiagnosed infective endocarditis.  The doctors had to make up a name for this rare disease, Monoclono Gammopathy with Renal Significance (MGRS).  It is not curable.  After desperately trying different chemotherapies, the doctor finally found one immuno-therapy, Daratumamab, that works to treat the MGRS.  It is a miracle!!! 

Grateful for the gift of life, blessings, dear friends and loved ones!!! Thankful for the ability to move, walk, jog, and yes run!!!!

 

Favorite Blogs:
Click to donate
to Ukraine's Armed Forces
Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 0.00
Saucony Guide ISO Wide Lifetime Miles: 311.91
Saucony Guide ISO Lifetime Miles: 313.31
Sacony Guide ISO (2) Lifetime Miles: 225.26
Altra Torin (sz 7) Lifetime Miles: 44.49
Saucony Guide 10 (2020) Lifetime Miles: 60.91
Sat, Feb 28, 2009
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesTotal Distance
17.300.000.000.0017.30

22 F, sunny, nice day for a long run.  Had a yogurt, banana and gatorade for breakfast.  Wore therma fleece, stabylx tights, gloves, cap with headband, sunglasses and fuel belt.  I'm gonna feel so much lighter at Boston.  Ran to the temple and up to Alpine.  Didn't stop the Garmin at traffic lights.  Drank gatorade at mile 4, 8, 13 & 15, Gu at 10.  Legs were sluggish going north and uphill.  Picked up the pace the last 3 miles to finish strong.  Cold water soak, calves and feet a little sore.

17.3 miles in 2:47:30  AP: 9:40  I'm a little disappointed for not hitting my target pace today.  O well, I'm sure there'll be better runs next week.  

Today marks the end of February with 208 miles.  I asked hubby to drop off my Grand Slam registration at WRC on his way to skiing.  He didn't call me "crazy" this time.  What a great guy!

Mizuno Inspire 4 Sz 6.5 (A) Miles: 17.30
Night Sleep Time: 6.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Marion on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 17:43:48 from 71.213.107.31

Very nice run Smooth :D Try not to stress about the pace. Running is an art and not a science. Well, it's a mix. Some days you have to go with the art side. How does it feel, what does the heart and body have in mind for today's run? That brain of ours has such grand ideas, but those brilliant ideas can put some hefty burdens on those cute legs if we aren't careful ;)

You are an unbelievable runner Smooth! I am just amazed by your training. Darn it honey, you are the coolest runner in Utah! You win today's prize!

From DonGardinero on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 17:51:17 from 75.162.182.228

Awesome run, Smooth. I'm always amazed with your stamina and speed. You are always so focused. Way to go!!! 208 miles in one month is nothing to sneeze at. My mileage didn't even come close to yours. You are going to do awesome at Boston.

From leslie on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 18:37:27 from 76.23.61.78

Great run today Smooth! I guess I missed something about a zombie, oh, well, my brain isn't working too well today, I took a nap after my run and now I am getting ready for our date night, off to Tucci's and the Jazz game with friends. Speaking of friends, I am so glad you to call you and all my blogging buddies my dear friends!!! You truely are my inspiration!

From leslie on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 18:40:28 from 76.23.61.78

Oh, and 208 for Feb. is CRAZY!!!! AWESOME!!! I think you should be a pacer for the Cliff Bar team, you would be perfect for that job! And you could run for free!!! I can just see you holding up your balloon and leading a group and keeping everyone motivated and laughing along the way!!!! Tell Larry that will be your new job!!

From RAD on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 18:57:06 from 67.166.99.8

Oh, I agree with Leslie about the pacer!! You would be so awesome, I'd run whatever pace you were at just to stay entertained and motivated :) Plus the free can't hurt. Great run today, I'm with Marion about the pace...one reason why I don't like the Garmin! I just do what I feel, somedays its 10mm some days its 8mm. Listening to our bodies is better than following a schedule, because sometimes our bodies don't listen to the brain for a reason! Look at your awesome mileage and enjoy your 'coolest runner prize' and go celebrate tonight!! You are so awesome, I'm so proud to be your friend!!

From Smooth on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 19:03:41 from 71.36.68.40

Marion,

The prize I won was the friend I found in you! You are so sweet! Thanks for reminding me why I love to run, the arts and hearts of running. I think I'm too obsessed over training right now. What a great friend you are.

You're the coolest person in Payson and THE AWESOMEST friend in the world!!!!

Dale,

I predict that by SGM, you'll have more stamina and speed than me. You'll see. Thanks for the support.

Leslie,

Zombie was the name of the flexibility exercise I did yesterday. It's from the book "Brain Training". What a silly name.

I feel very fortunate to call you my dear friend. You have no idea how much you and the gang mean to me. We are bonded in the sisterhood of the running pants/shorts FOREVER!!!

No way can I be a pacer. First of all, no one would be able to see me, I'm a midget. Secondly, I have been known to take wrong turn in a race. Thirdly, I would annoy other runners with my constant yacking. Lastly, Larry would have a heart attack if I EVER have a job, no less a "career". He thinks I just play and never work (hehe)!

Hey, Larry turned in my registration for the Grand Slam today. That means I get to see you at all these races. I'm so excited. I really do miss you.

From Smooth on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 19:06:04 from 71.36.68.40

Rachel,

THANK YOU!!! You did SO SO SO AWESOME in your 20 miler today. I wish you were my pacer today. I'm so lucky to have met you. Have a great time on your cruise.

From Marion on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 19:32:29 from 71.213.107.31

Deep breathing Smooth :) No over training :) No injuries :) xoxoxo- YOU are the best! :)

From rhett on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 20:43:50 from 216.67.216.116

Nice run Smooth. My legs are a bit tired right now as well so I know how you feel. I am right around your weekly milage right now (56 this week). I think I will do a long week next week and then take an easy week the week after. You are doing so great with your training. Keep it up, only 7 weeks to go!!

From Teena on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 22:01:06 from 67.177.20.13

What a FANTASTIC month Smoothie Q!!! You are running so strong.

So, the Grand Slam again, huh? You crazy woman!!

I love you!

Take care of your body and have a very restful Sunday.

(btw, nice job picking up the pace the last three miles!! You're such a diehard!! LLL LLL LLL)

From Smooth on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 22:04:01 from 71.36.68.40

Rhett,

You're looking strong in your training. I'm debating whether to do a 20 miler or a 17 with 14 @ marathon pace next week. The week after, I have Spectrum 10k (3/14) so that will be a step back week. Here comes March Madness; then two weeks taper madness in April...7 weeks to go...WooHoo!

From Smooth on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 22:11:21 from 71.36.68.40

Hey Teena!!! SO GOOD to hear from you!!!

I know, I'm crazy to sign up for the Grand Slam. I'm addicted! I'm a running fool!

I miss you so so so so much!!! Have a restful Sunday to you too! I LOVE YOU!!!

From Teena on Sat, Feb 28, 2009 at 23:59:45 from 67.177.20.13

It's a good addiction Smooth!!

I miss you too and am looking forward to spending some time with you next month! Woo Hoo!!

From jona on Sun, Mar 01, 2009 at 14:18:47 from 76.27.81.31

Smooth, you are such an inspiration! Keep going girl! I love to read your posts, always so positive! Thank you!

From Amber on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 08:47:56 from 64.255.88.143

Smooth,

Great Job on your long run!! I'm so happy that you signed up for the Grand Slam too! I think your husband probably just KNOWS you are crazy by now so he doesn't have to mention it anymore.

I love that you have such a huge following of supporters and friends , , , hope you feel how loved you are! You are a great motivation thought, lots of positive vibes some off of you! Can't wait to hear about Boston, You will do soooo good! and obviously you are going on a cruise soon? Yeah!

From huans32 on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 11:44:44 from 138.64.2.77

Wow signed up for the Grand Slam again!!! Your awesome!! 50 by 50!!

From Bec on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 11:55:15 from 205.123.38.69

Another Grand Slam? You continue to amaze me. Nice long run by the way. Hey, 7 weeks until Boston. I might just be reminding you every week, so just get used to it.

I missed you this last weekend. I needed some good laughs. We need to plan another long one with that group.

From Kathie on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 14:20:14 from 207.155.176.10

Great miles Smooth and the slam again... are you going to do it this year with or without charlie horse as your running mate?

From Smooth on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 17:25:03 from 71.36.68.40

Teena,

Can't wait to hear how things went at TOSH. I fasted for you & Jeannie & my kids. Hope you had a great Sunday. I LOVE YOU!

Jon,

Right back at ya. Can't wait to see you and Kelly at Spectrum.

Amber,

You're so right! How'd you know my hubby so well. Here's the funny thing...when I asked him if he made sure I was registered...he said: "Sorry honey, they said it's all SOLD OUT." That guy doesn't even know how to lie. :)

Mark,

You meant to say 60 x 60. Hate to disappoint ya, but it ain't gonna happen.

Bec,

You can keep right on bugging me about how many days 'till Boston. I missed you too. I'm planning on another long run on the JRP this Sat. Huans32 is coming so far. If you're in town, we'd love to have you join us.

Kathie,

I hope charlie horse never ever comes around anywhere near me ever again!!!

From Teena on Mon, Mar 02, 2009 at 18:35:41 from 67.177.20.13

Hey Smoothie Q!!

As always, just hearing from you brightens my day. Just got back from my appt. It did not go as well as I had hoped. He wants me to see two other doctors. I already made an appt to see one of them tomorrow but am tempted to cancel it. He also tried to convince me to give up running and to cycle instead.

Don't know what to think about the whole thing.

I love you!!

(and no worries ... I am not going to let this get me down)

Oh yeah, he really didn't even address what I thought I had because he was convinced it was something else. But I just don't feel good about it. What to do?

LLL LLL LLL LLL LLL LLL

One more thing ... THANK YOU so much for being so good to me.

From Walter on Sat, Mar 07, 2009 at 13:19:57 from 76.27.13.75

Well I finally got to meet you! You are a riot to be around! I have seen you running the trails and my wife thought she saw you a lot last year running up by the capitol in the canyon and stuff. Keep up the great work.

Add Your Comment.
  • Keep it family-safe. No vulgar or profane language. To discourage anonymous comments of cowardly nature, your IP address will be logged and posted next to your comment.
  • Do not respond to another person's comment out of context. If he made the original comment on another page/blog entry, go to that entry and respond there.
  • If all you want to do is contact the blogger and your comment is not connected with this entry and has no relevance to others, send a private message instead.
Only registered users with public blogs are allowed to post comments. Log in with your username and password or create an account and set up a blog.
Debt Reduction Calculator
Featured Announcements
Most Recent Entries:
New Kids on the Blog
(need a welcome):
Lone Faithfuls
(need a comment):
Recent Comments: