| 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". Favorite Blogs: |
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| | Had an exercise date with Benn this evening. I did a little over 1.1 miles on the elliptical at resistance levels 4-5. My legs were pretty tired so I switched over to weight exercises. I turned on Power 90 Sculpt 1-2 and did the complete routine and stretches. Then did bunches of crunches and stretching to finish up. | | Add Comment |
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Ran on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail with Benn today. Felt fine on the way out but on the way back I really lost that good feeling and just wanted to stop - to walk- to go home. I wasn't tired but I just wasn't into the run anymore. I tried to get that thought out of my head but it never really went away. Just tried to push my mind toward the end and finished without quitting. | | Add Comment |
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Ran up and down Monument mountain with Benn after I got out of work today. I hiked the big hills instead of ran them like Benn, so I guess I did interval training. There was a fairly clear view at the top despite a chance for showers. It was actually a gorgeous evening with near perfect temperature for this activity. Running down the mountain is the most fun part for me, being able to spring off of rocks and making my eyes and feet "think fast." Some spots are steep and some are stretches of rocks & roots though. A fun exercise date! | | Add Comment |
| | Ran on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail with Benn. Only ran 2.3 miles and then walked at a moderate pace for another 0.6 miles. Wasn't feeling that great today. | | Add Comment |
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