Watching 2011 Detroit Marathon video. Looking forward to 2012.

Posted on January 23, 2012 | Leave a comment

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Sunday long run

Posted on January 22, 2012 | Leave a comment

I ran 16 miles on snow/ice this morning. I’m still toying with the idea of running the Ocean Drive Marathon in March. I spent the majority of the time running on the sidewalks/paved path near some condominium complexes. The sidewalks were mostly clear there. I stopped back at home around mile 11 to use the facilities and fill my water bottle which helped me catch a second wind for the last 5 miles. I missed my running buddies this morning. It was a lonely 16. I was warm enough despite the cold temperature (17 degrees, wind chill of 11).

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New Gear

Posted on January 20, 2012 | Leave a comment

I love new running gear. My new shoes were delivered and I also got my Detroit Marathon “In training 2012″ tech shirt.

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Detroit Free Press Marathon

Posted on January 8, 2012 | Comments Off

I’m registered!

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Washington Crossing Marathon

Posted on December 18, 2011 | 3 Comments


Today, I ran my 6th marathon. It was a free, no frills, no amenities race. The best part was that the race took place 15 minutes from my house. The registration was limited to 20 people, so I am guaranteed a top 20 finish. With this race, my 2011 mileage total is 1015, which is my highest yearly total ever. The race was tough. The weather was cold. The course had some rolling hills. We did 7 loops of 3.8 miles. I was amazed that many of the participants ran the Fortitude of First Descents Marathon the day before. I finished in 4:34:32 (10:19/mile pace). I had the best intentions to walk across the bridge after the race to re-enact Washington’s Crossing of the Delaware. I was so tired and cold when I finished the race that it was all I could do to drive home.

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