I'm back in the saddle again!

Deseret News 10K

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Location:

Bluffdale,UT,USA

Member Since:

Aug 01, 2008

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Age Division Winner

Running Accomplishments:

Marathon PR St. George 2008 3:36

Ran Boston in April 2009 and had an absolute blast.

Half Marathon PR 1:35.

10k PR-46:20 (Obviously not a great short distance runner:)

Short-Term Running Goals:

I've gotten the running bug back and hope I can continue to enjoy it. I think for now, my short-term goal is to NOT burn myself out. I am pro at doing that. I have a half and full marathon that I am planning on racing in a few months. I hope to be trained well enough to PR in both, but if not...I will enjoy the ride.

Long-Term Running Goals:

Under 1:30 half

3:15 marathon

Personal:

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Pink Nimbus Lifetime Miles:						327.27
Old Pink Nimbus 10 Lifetime Miles:						344.10
Purple Nimbus 11 Lifetime Miles:						314.70
Saucony Triumph 10 Lifetime Miles:						431.90
Saucony Triumph 10 (2) Lifetime Miles:						200.00

Fri, Jul 24, 2009

Race: Deseret News 10K (6.2 Miles) 00:46:26, Place in age division: 22

Easy Miles	Marathon Pace Miles	Threshold Miles	VO2 Max Miles	Total Distance
0.80	0.00	6.20	0.00	7.00

Ran the Deseret News 10K early this morning. I picked up Julie at 4:45 and we headed up to Research Park. Got there around 5:20 and found Rachel, Teena, Smooth, and Jody.

So, let me say it again. I HATE 10K's!!! It is such a tough distance. You have to start fast to make good time and I burn out too quick. Ughh!

1-6:52 I felt pretty good. A little out of breath but not terrible.

2-7:02 This mile would've been faster but my shoe came untied and my foot was slipping so I had to stop and tie it. That little stop kind of killed me cuz it sucked from here on out.

3-7:44 A little uphill at this point and just trying to get back into it.

4-7:33 A little better. This is about where the parade route started and people were cooking sausage and stuff and I wanted to hurl. It stunk so bad.

5-7:31

6-8:03 Embarrasing! The road flattened out and so did I. I really was feeling depleted at this point. My legs felt great, my breathing was okay but I just had NO energy.

.2-1:40 I got passed by several people the last .25 but that pace tells why:)

A PR for me in a 10K race but not the distance. Also a PR in the 5K (22:22). So, I'm trying to decide what the heck is wrong with me. I just am lacking motivation and energy. I hope something changes soon!!!

After the race I hung around with the crew and watched the marathon finishers come through. It is so amazing to see the determination on their faces. The poor 2nd place lady (3:02) collapsed at the finish line. I don't know if I have it in me to push to that point. I saw tons of bloggers after also. A great experience and lots of fun but not a great race:(

Oh, I took 22nd in my age group. The first place female in my division came through at 32:xx!! Holy crap that's fast.

Asic Nimbus 10 (Red) Miles: 7.00

Night Sleep Time: 5.50	Nap Time: 0.00	Total Sleep Time: 5.50

Comments

From Andy on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 13:32:33 from 198.60.114.178

A pr is a pr. Congratulations. Once you figure out the cure for lack of motivation and energy let me know.

From Matt on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 14:10:29 from 65.121.71.253

Shimelle, You did Awesome congrats on the PR. One of these days I am going to have to come out to South Jordan and figure out what is the BBK's secret.

From Jody on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 14:38:25 from 98.202.136.149

You did awesome!! The flat after all that downhill makes this a little more tough than we think. The PR is awesome! Keep running and I can't wait to be back with you guys in 2 wks.

From marion on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 14:54:21 from 71.213.106.139

Great job!!! I don't like races at all :p You really did GREAT and it's fun to be with all of those great bloggers. That 5k ROCKS!!! :)

From Teena on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 15:24:11 from 67.177.20.13

Michelle ... you are so right ... 10Ks are tough!!!

You did awesome.

Sorry about the shoelace!!! Stupid shoe!!

Also ... you always make my races when you break out the song and dance!!!

Think you are FANTASTIC!!!!

See you in the morning!

From Kelli on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 15:42:11 from 71.219.89.21

Michelle, you are doing great!!! Do not be so hard on yourself. You are an amazing, gifted runner. You had an injury and you are working your way back! Do not worry, it will all come back together soon.

You had a PR! Be happy with that, right? And i totally agree---short distances are very hard. I finally get in my groove and it is over.

From Bec on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 16:27:47 from 67.177.35.60

You were strong in your form when I saw you. You are a very good runner, and that time is sweet too! It's fun to see you at races and talk to you a little.

From RAD on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 17:47:20 from 67.166.99.8

You are an awesome runner! I honestly didn't think I'd catch you, because I know your speed! Keep up the hard work, despite feeling yuck you kept with it and had a killer PR!!! You are so strong and can push through anything, I am so impressed!! Thanks for hanging out this morning, it was GREAT!!

From Julie on Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 21:33:01 from 174.23.55.58

Great job today Michelle. I know you will just continue to get faster and faster over the next few months. I had fun with you today. Thanks for picking me up.

From allie on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 10:08:09 from 67.161.243.158

great job on your race. sorry about those sausage cookers! lol. i think i was smelling McMuffins went i went through the parade route. definitely not fun when you are running :) congrats on the PR. i think you ran a great race!

From erico on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 11:42:49 from 174.23.143.85

Michelle,

Hey, it was great to see you in the pictures posted on Deseret News. Tons of bloggers with you in the photos. I am glad the heat held off a few hours.

Great Job on the PR

From Shimelle on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 12:07:58 from 75.162.225.27

Thanks everyone! I guess I need to not be such a butt and just be happy with my time huh?:) Someday I'll have a race when I feel the planets align hopefully.

From cheryl on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 12:37:36 from 76.27.66.153

When that happens let us know. I don't think I've ever had a race where the planets have aligned. That's what makes running fun, I think, never being completely satisfied, always trying to get a little better. I think you did great at the race, I'd be happy with that time.

From RivertonPaul on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 14:27:54 from 75.169.33.125

Way to go. Glad you are back at it strong.

From Jon on Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 14:57:01 from 75.169.150.167

Nice job yesterday! It was good to meet you. And I can't believe that you weren't bragging to us about your PR!

From Smooth on Sun, Jul 26, 2009 at 13:51:19 from 71.35.210.4

Michelle,

I just love hanging out with you before and after the race. I agree with others that you are a gifted runner. You have great form and positive vibes. Funny how I had no idea that was going on in your head about your race. CONGRATS on the PRs. You are so dang cute!

From Peggy on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 11:19:12 from 71.213.45.229

Way to run a good race, Michelle. If it was easy, I think we'd give up on it sooner. It's the always wanting to do better that keeps us coming back for more. You're doing great! Hang in there.

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