Winter is my least favorite season. But every once in awhile there is a moment. A moment you only find in Winter.
I got to bed quite late last night. Due to some unexpected issues with my run Tuesday, I was short a few miles and decided to make them up this morning. This was not a pleasant prospect as I went to bed knowing the alarm was 3 1/2 hours from going off. And then? I woke up on my own 20 minutes early. I figured it'd be even worse if I let myself get back to a deep sleep only to have the radio blare, so I got up and put on my running clothes.
Outside...clean, undisturbed, quiet snow.
Crunch. Crunch. Footsteps marking the memory of a solo runner on a Friday morning.
Crunch. Crunch. Pure, clean, quiet, Winter. It was lovely. No ipod, no distractions, just the sound of shoes on snow, breathing, and the lulling sound of the waves in the lake. The lake that is still moving and turning and going on, even though it is winter. Knowing soon it will be spring which will bring rain, and noise, and people.
But for now, there is a runner, and snow, and quiet.
I hate Winter. But I loved this run.
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Friday, February 24, 2012
Monday, January 2, 2012
The Road to Boston--Week 1 done!
Well, I've finished the 1st week of training and have 15 weeks left to go! As tired as I was after training for two marathons in 2011, it feels really nice to be back on a plan. I can just check out the fridge to see what's on tap and I go out and do it.
This first week was pretty easy with one hill workout and 3 easy runs, plus my Sunday long run. Thank goodness for this plan that made sure I did that long run! I was staying with friends over the weekend and would be on country highways for my run. I woke up and got completely dressed before seeing the 'blizzard' out the window. Plus the sun wasn't up...not safe running conditions. I put off my run until about noon, and let's just say I'm glad it is over. The wind was terrible! And I ended up going head to head with it for the last two miles, ice crystals on my lashes and brows and a frozen face. Yuck.
The good thing about winter training is the strength it will give me when we are finally blessed with snow again. And thankfully, back here at home, the winter hasn't been too awful. Got the first dusting of snow last night, but the roads and sidewalks are still pretty clear.
Moving on to week two, I have an extra 'tough' run with a marathon pace workout, but overall, we are still easing into things. Hopefully the weather will cooperate and I can check off another sucessful week.
Oh--and Happy New Year!
In Pursuit,
Sarah
This first week was pretty easy with one hill workout and 3 easy runs, plus my Sunday long run. Thank goodness for this plan that made sure I did that long run! I was staying with friends over the weekend and would be on country highways for my run. I woke up and got completely dressed before seeing the 'blizzard' out the window. Plus the sun wasn't up...not safe running conditions. I put off my run until about noon, and let's just say I'm glad it is over. The wind was terrible! And I ended up going head to head with it for the last two miles, ice crystals on my lashes and brows and a frozen face. Yuck.
The good thing about winter training is the strength it will give me when we are finally blessed with snow again. And thankfully, back here at home, the winter hasn't been too awful. Got the first dusting of snow last night, but the roads and sidewalks are still pretty clear.
Moving on to week two, I have an extra 'tough' run with a marathon pace workout, but overall, we are still easing into things. Hopefully the weather will cooperate and I can check off another sucessful week.
Oh--and Happy New Year!
In Pursuit,
Sarah
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Road ID--it is awesome
Hey Everyone,
I just ordered one of the best products ever. It's called a Road ID - perhaps you've heard of it. If you haven't, go to their website and check it out. Road ID is a great product that could save your life someday.
When I ordered, they gave me a coupon that I could pass along to my friends. Here's the coupon number:
Coupon Number: ThanksSarah9754643
The coupon is good for $1 off any Road ID order placed by 01/28/2012. To order, simply go to RoadID.com or click the link below:
http://www.RoadID.com/?CID=ThanksSarah9754643
If you prefer, you can call them at 800-345-6336.
You can thank me later,
Sarah
Oh by the way, their website is awesome, the customer service is outstanding, and the owners are very smart and good looking.
Okay--the real me here. Above is a 'form' note from Road ID. And I have no idea what their owners look like. But I will say this really is an awesome product and they really do have outstanding customer service. And even though this is geared toward 'athletes' this is something that is a really good thing to own even if you are just taking a walk through the neighborhood! Take my word for it. And use the coupon!!
I just ordered one of the best products ever. It's called a Road ID - perhaps you've heard of it. If you haven't, go to their website and check it out. Road ID is a great product that could save your life someday.
When I ordered, they gave me a coupon that I could pass along to my friends. Here's the coupon number:
Coupon Number: ThanksSarah9754643
The coupon is good for $1 off any Road ID order placed by 01/28/2012. To order, simply go to RoadID.com or click the link below:
http://www.RoadID.com/?CID=ThanksSarah9754643
If you prefer, you can call them at 800-345-6336.
You can thank me later,
Sarah
Oh by the way, their website is awesome, the customer service is outstanding, and the owners are very smart and good looking.
Okay--the real me here. Above is a 'form' note from Road ID. And I have no idea what their owners look like. But I will say this really is an awesome product and they really do have outstanding customer service. And even though this is geared toward 'athletes' this is something that is a really good thing to own even if you are just taking a walk through the neighborhood! Take my word for it. And use the coupon!!
Monday, December 26, 2011
The Road to Boston
Today starts my 16 week journey to prepare for the Boston Marathon. On April 16, 2012, I will run my 4th marathon. This is a journey I have taken before. Each one different, but each also the same. The time, the commitment, the pain, the nervousness. 16 weeks to break down the body, build it back up, and be one of thousands, hitting the streets for the time it takes each of us to run 26.2 miles. To finish the journey, sweaty, sore, the scent of gatorade and triumph surrounding all of us. This is my Ness. Today I begin the journey again.
In Pursuit,
Sarah
In Pursuit,
Sarah
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