Today's workout (elliptical): 26 minutes
Somehow it's already September and it has been months since I've done a check in on my 2010 running goals. My year started out tough with my recovery from pneumonia through most of January. I still feel like I lost a month but I'm certainly back into the fold these days. A quick review of my goals that I set in late January shows I'm fairly well on track. I think there's a good chance that I'll make most of them.
Progress report on 2010 goals
1. Fully transition to mid/front foot running style.
I've been spending more time with my Saucony Kinvaras, shoes that help me land on my mid-foot rather than off my heel. Still, I prefer my Brooks for longer distances as well as my Grid Tangents that have a more conventional build. I'd say that my style is generally mid and forefoot oriented but a full transition has not happened and may not by year's end.
2. Raise at least $200 for charitable causes by donating per race mile.
So far I've raised $130 (I've also had an anonymous donator) and I should be adding $30 more after Great Cow Harbor. That will leave $40 to raise (eight more race miles) between then and New Year's. I believe this is highly possible.
3. PR in a race - preferably in a longer distance than 5K (but I'll happily take a new 5K PR!).
Well, technically, my XTERRA trail race in March was a PR because it was a new distance but I won't take credit for it as a PR. This is because the race distance was modified just prior to the start and it's almost a given that I won't run a race with that unique length again. I had my chances on the Marcie Mazzola 5K, the New Hyde Park 8K and the Dirty Sock 10K but didn't do better than last year. Cow Harbor will provide an opportunity to beat my 10K PR although the deck may be stacked because my prior 10Ks have been on a dirt course.
4. Run trails at three or more NY state parks that I have yet to visit.
I guess I can't take credit for my Colorado park running so I'm 1 for 3 having run in Muttontown Preserve. I have my eye on Caleb Smith this fall so that leaves one more -- Bear Mountain or the Gunks in New Paltz would be awesome.
5. Run a continuous 10 mile route under 9:30/mile.
My personal distance record is still 8.15 miles although I have been working toward more frequent long runs that will prepare me for an eventual 10. Ten under 9:30/mile? That's another challenge.
6. Participate in at least 5 races. Bonus points for running one in NYC.
So far it's four with one on the calendar and another planned for November. I'm looking for races in October and December to make it 8 for 2010. Maybe one in NYC?
7. Finish the year as excited about running as I am right now.
Definitely on track for this one!
Thursday, September 9, 2010
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Looks like you are on mark for hitting all of your goals, I seem to be fairing well. I did the 10 miles under 10 minute pacing but it was on a treadmill. I didn't add any surface as a stipulation so I guess that counts. Glad to see your report. Take care. Also, I have noticed outside on my shorter speedier runs, that I dont even have to try or think about hitting the ground midfoot. It just happens. I love the spring action, as I imagine myself stomping on tin cans. lol
ReplyDeleteI'd say 10 miles on the treadmill counts double. I just can't stand it for more than a few miles. Good for you. I like the can stomping imagery. Maybe I'll try that next time. Take care Kenley.
ReplyDeletePeter- I am enjoying getting reacquainted with you via your blog after many years. You are inspiring me to start running again!
ReplyDeleteHey, who's Peter? We generally don't use first names on this blog. Thanks for getting in touch. Send me a note at editor@emergingrunner.com and let me know which Mark this is. Good for you for getting back to running!
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