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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!!!!

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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, Mar 21, 2009

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
23.00	0.00	0.00	0.00	23.00

Today's run was to be a "rehearsal run" for Boston. Carb loaded and hydrated as planned yesterday. With the time difference of 2 hours, I started my run at the same time I'd start the race in Hopkinton.

I ran the "Boston similator" route that I ran a month ago except I added a big hill at mile 13 and extra 2 miles at the end to make it a 23 miler. I wanted to keep my average pace at marathon pace + 45 seconds.

Starting temp was mid 40's, partly sunny. Wore s/s shirts, shorts and sunglasses. Pre-run weight was 99. Ate breakfast of yogurt, banana and gatorade.

The first 10K was a gradual downhill to the AF River. Drank 1st flask gatorade at mile 7 before running up Temple Hill. Kept my pace steady on the uphill. The next 10K was a gradual incline up through Highland to Alpine. Passed a few runners who were also doing their long runs on this stretch.

Took 1 Gu at mile 10. Drank 2nd gatorade while running up the Alpine mountain before mile 13. It took 2:04 to run the half. I was wondering how Teena, Lowell, Kelly and Scott were doing at Moab. Took 2nd Gu at mile 17.5 while running up the two hills that I dubbed "Heartbreak Hills". Legs felt good enough to run the next two gradual downhill at marathon pace. Drank 3rd gatorade at mile 19 waiting for traffic light. There was a strong headwind coming from the south. The last two miles were tough, I could not pick up the pace. I was getting pretty thirsty.

Drank 12 oz gatorade and 8 oz water as soon as I got home. Took an ice bath while sipping a warm cup of protein chocolate shake. Post run weight was 97. Ate a meal of halibut, asparagus spears and rice an hour later. Felt tired, went to see "Marley & Me" with hubby and mother-in-law who cooked us a nice dinner.

23 miles in 3:45:09. AP: 9:47

Mizuno Inspire 4 Sz 6.5 (A) Miles: 23.00

Night Sleep Time: 0.00	Nap Time: 0.00	Total Sleep Time: 0.00	Weight: 0.00

Comments

From DonGardinero on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 00:33:24 from 75.162.190.7

Wow, Smooth. I like how much thought you put into your runs. Very impressive.

From Kathie on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 10:57:58 from 207.155.176.10

Great run... I am happy met all your goal and felt great during the run. It has to give you confidence for you Boston performance!

From Maurine/Tarzan on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 12:44:25 from 97.117.75.12

When I qualify for Boston you are going to have to show me your route. Are you feeling ready for the race? Are you pleased overall with your training plans this year?

You are going to do so awesome. You have put a lot of heart, soul and effort into your workouts.

p.s. - I would love to post a pre workout or post workout weight below 100 (or even below 110, 120, 130 and 140)

From jun on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 16:42:48 from 71.213.41.66

Fantastic simulation. I'm really impressed with how methodical you are about this. You and Carolyn are true inspirations on how to run a marathon.

From Kelli on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 18:31:45 from 71.219.76.202

Smooth, you are amazing!!! That is an awesome run you had, I can not believe how hard you work both before and during your runs! You do put so much time and thought into what you are doing, we can all learn from you! I need to start paying better attention!!!!

We need to make some PARTY plans for the Riverton Half next week! Every race needs a post race party, right???

Thanks for all of your encouragement! I appreciate it so much!

From Rhett on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 21:30:21 from 216.67.216.116

Smooth, sounds like a great simulation for Boston. I hope the weather is in the upper 40s, but I'll pass on that strong head wind part. Do you usually only take 2 GUs during the race? Based off your weight change of only 2 pounds, sounds like you have your hydration down pat. I'm not up for math right now. Did you keep your pace at 45 secs slower than mp? I think you are ready for a great Boston. I'm excited to see you there.

From MarcE on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 22:29:02 from 206.225.68.10

Smooth, you never cease to amaze me. Great dress rehearsal. Awesome run! (no cramping..sweeet!) I might just have to try simulate Boston on next weekend's last long run before taper. Thanks for the excellent idea. 28 days!!!!

From Smooth on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 22:59:37 from 71.36.65.79

THANKS everyone for your kind words and encouragement.

Rhett,

It depends on how long I'm on the course. I average about 4 GUs. My BQ mp is 9:05. I tried to keep my long run pace under 10. I was shooting to run the last 3 miles at mp but the darn headwind made it tough.

From Amber on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 23:40:06 from 64.255.88.143

Smooth-

Yeah!! Great Run, , , your really are amazing and now you can go to Boston with confidence!!!! except for the head-wind it sounds like you had a great day, I don't think there's anything worse than WIND! unless of course it's at your back, then it's a little gift to you. Hope your recovery is good, are you doing another long run before Boston?

From Smooth on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 23:55:41 from 71.36.65.79

I've done two 20, one 21 and one 23. I was going to run another 20 next Sat. but decided to run a 1/2 marathon instead. So, the longest I will run is a 16 or 17 miler and hopefully dial in some marathon pace miles.

Recovery gets easier after each long run. You'll find that when you run the Slam, the recovery gets shorter.

From Eric on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 09:05:02 from 64.17.195.167

Hey Mom,

Jeff told me about your website. It was great to visit him in Chicago. I can't believe how many friends you have on here! I'm glad your run went well on Sat.

From bec on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 11:20:54 from 205.123.38.98

Smooth,

Great run! You are ready for Boston. Sounds like you have a great mapped out course around the valley. I wish I could have ran with you, pretty lonely on the streets up here.

I will probably see you this Saturday.

4 weeks! 4 weeks! 4 weeks!

From Marion on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 11:53:09 from 71.213.123.102

Smooth- that was one heck of a cool run! You are SO super cool!!!

How do you watch a movie after a long run? We are major movie people, but I really hate watching them after long runs now. Dinner sounds so nice. I like your post race meal. I need to plan those better :) I learn so much from reading your blog :D

From RAD on Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 14:52:18 from 67.166.99.8

Awesome run smooth! I thought you were only doing 20!?! You are kickin it big time and will do SO great at Boston I'm already getting excited to hear your report :)

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