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Location:

Pittsfield,MA,USA

Member Since:

Jan 08, 2009

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Recover From Injury

Running Accomplishments:

I ran Varsity Track and Field in high school and was primarily a sprinter (100m, 200m). I also did the 400m, 4x400m, long jump and triple jump. Sprinting comes most naturally to me, but I am opening myself up to trying new things and increasing my endurance. I didn't get into running any long distance events until I met Benn and I'm still getting used to it!

Short-Term Running Goals:

I sprained my ankle the night before Thanksgiving 2008 which forced me to come back from that injury. Right now I am primarily doing running workouts in the 5k range, hiking, trail running, and some cycling. I also do lot of stretching and some free weight exercises, along with some cardio & yoga here and there.

Long-Term Running Goals:

 To stay healthy and active. To make exercise a permanent part of my life. To act as a roll model for wellness.

Personal:

I live in the Berkshires in western Massachusetts. Earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology. Am currently working at a day spa but am taking steps to work in a laboratory. Getting marriedto the guy of my dreams, Benn, in October 2010 and am honored to be able to spend the rest of my life with him. Lots of excitement and planning to do, but taking it all in "stride".

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2009 Cycling Mileage Lifetime Miles: 67.94
2010 Cycling Mileage Lifetime Miles: 79.25
Total Distance
23.06
2010 Cycling Mileage Miles: 6.25
Total Distance
3.40

Had another busy day today but needed to make the time to get some structured exercise in. I did Power 90 Cardio 3-4 (kickboxing, running, jumping jacks, power yoga, arm work, tons of leg work..) Going to see my almost 2-year-old neice later tonight! Gotta go clean up and "toddler-proof" the house!

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Total Distance
3.15

Ran on the treadmill this morning for 3.15 miles all at 2% incline. Did the first 2 miles at 6.3-6.7 mph. Stretched and jumped back on for the rest at 7.0mph. LOTS to do today, plus an almost 2-year-old running around like crazy!!

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Total Distance
3.21

Began on a warm up on the treadmill for 1.6mph at 6.2mph. Stretched and got back on for a 1.4 miles at 7.0mph. Then just did a 0.11 mile cool down at 4.4 mph. All at 2% incline. Getting excited for California!

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Total Distance
3.10

On vacation in California and have done a lot of sight seeing and walking. Went for a 5k jog this evening. Beautiful weather.

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Total Distance
0.00

Biked with Benn to Grover Beach on vacation here in California. 6.25 mile trip.

2010 Cycling Mileage Miles: 6.25
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Total Distance
3.50

It's about time to get back into the swing of things! FINALLY back home and did Power90 3-4 this afternoon. Included power yoga, jumping jacks, running, leg work, arm work, kickboxing, etc! I have TONS to do today but I hope to at least do crunches before bed.

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Total Distance
3.20

Went to the YMCA with Benn and Su in NY. Did a bit over 30 minutes on some elliptical/stairstepper hybrid machine. Then took a dip in the hottub and headed back to their house to make dinner. Yummmmm I'm starving!

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3.50

Finally got myself back on a treadmill!!! Did 3.5 miles of running at 2% incline. Ran the first 5 minutes as a warm up at 6.0-6.2mph. Stretched the legs and ran the rest of the way at 6.5mph with intervals at 7.0mph. Watched the Winter X Games which helped to occupy me. It is one of the only sports I have seen on tv and am actually entertained watching it. Probably because of the constant cool flips and the potential for huge crashes. Don't get me wrong... I don't want to see anybody get hurt. That's terrible! But the suspense at every landing keeps me going! 

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Total Distance
23.06
2010 Cycling Mileage Miles: 6.25
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