Start: 5:04am
Weather: Rainy and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 30:37 - 3.06 miles - 10:00
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/88184391
Thoughts: Another run without any leg pain. I'm starting to feel good about taking four weeks between my longest run and the marathon as I feel that I've recovered a lot in this final week. I just hope that running the big distance won't be harder after a fourth week as compared to after the third week. I looked up the weather report for the marathon and it said it would be a high of 90 degrees, so that should make things interesting. I checked again later and it said 77 degrees. Either way it is going to be hot.
Total Training Distance: 546.95 miles
Total Training Time: 4D 3:21:20
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
Day 204
Start: 5:11am
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 31:42 - 3 miles - 10:33
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/87948874
Thoughts: An easy three miles that went by quickly. No part of my legs hurt at all, so I was pretty happy with this run. I'm just about there, only two runs left.
Total Training Distance: 543.89 miles
Total Training Time: 4D 2:50:43
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 31:42 - 3 miles - 10:33
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/87948874
Thoughts: An easy three miles that went by quickly. No part of my legs hurt at all, so I was pretty happy with this run. I'm just about there, only two runs left.
Total Training Distance: 543.89 miles
Total Training Time: 4D 2:50:43
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Day 200
Start: 4:42am
Weather: Rainy and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 32:05 - 3 miles - 10:42
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/87093557
Thoughts: A soaking wet run, by the end I was drenched. It feels so odd to be running such short distances before the marathon. I sort of feel like I'm under training and ruining my odds of completing. But, I'm following a proven method of training.
Total Training Distance: 533.81 miles
Total Training Time: 4D 1:04:27
Weather: Rainy and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 32:05 - 3 miles - 10:42
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/87093557
Thoughts: A soaking wet run, by the end I was drenched. It feels so odd to be running such short distances before the marathon. I sort of feel like I'm under training and ruining my odds of completing. But, I'm following a proven method of training.
Total Training Distance: 533.81 miles
Total Training Time: 4D 1:04:27
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Day 198
Start: 5:02am
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 33:48 - 3.28 miles - 10:19
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/86625013
Thoughts: Again my legs felt good but my left knee was pinching at the start of the run. There was an amazing sunrise so I changed up my regular route and ran down to South Beach to snap a picture of it. I ended up running further than I was supposed to, but I felt good so it didn't matter.
Total Training Distance: 530.81 miles
Total Training Time: 4D 0:32:22
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 33:48 - 3.28 miles - 10:19
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/86625013
Thoughts: Again my legs felt good but my left knee was pinching at the start of the run. There was an amazing sunrise so I changed up my regular route and ran down to South Beach to snap a picture of it. I ended up running further than I was supposed to, but I felt good so it didn't matter.
Total Training Distance: 530.81 miles
Total Training Time: 4D 0:32:22
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Day 188
Start: 6:29am
Weather: Clear, Windy and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 3:49:21 - 14 miles - 15:49
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/84411094
Thoughts: This was a cool trail run through Wompatuck State Park in Hingham, Massachusetts. I got up early and drove the 15 minutes to this forested park from my parent's house and the park was empty besides one other trail runner. The first half of the run was through rocky and rooted forest trail. It was mostly flat but was enjoyable for having to be careful about footing. The second half was along paved bike trails that wandered around Andrew River Reservoir and then through more forest. One of my favorite parts was running across the top of the dam that creates the Reservoir, with water on one side and a big, slopped, concrete drop-off on the other. By the time I puttered to 14 miles my foot was killing me again and the park was pretty crowded. A 5K was organizing as I was leaving the park and there were people everywhere. My time was terrible during this run because of my foot and for having to stop every half mile or so to check my map to make sure I was taking the correct turn on the multitude of trails.
Total Training Distance: 503.5 miles
Total Training Time: 3D 19:39:56
Weather: Clear, Windy and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 3:49:21 - 14 miles - 15:49
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/84411094
Thoughts: This was a cool trail run through Wompatuck State Park in Hingham, Massachusetts. I got up early and drove the 15 minutes to this forested park from my parent's house and the park was empty besides one other trail runner. The first half of the run was through rocky and rooted forest trail. It was mostly flat but was enjoyable for having to be careful about footing. The second half was along paved bike trails that wandered around Andrew River Reservoir and then through more forest. One of my favorite parts was running across the top of the dam that creates the Reservoir, with water on one side and a big, slopped, concrete drop-off on the other. By the time I puttered to 14 miles my foot was killing me again and the park was pretty crowded. A 5K was organizing as I was leaving the park and there were people everywhere. My time was terrible during this run because of my foot and for having to stop every half mile or so to check my map to make sure I was taking the correct turn on the multitude of trails.
Total Training Distance: 503.5 miles
Total Training Time: 3D 19:39:56
Monday, April 23, 2012
Day 183
Start: 4:54am
Weather: Rainy, Windy and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 44:00 - 4.06 miles - 10:50
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/83362961
Thoughts: This run was during a complete downpour and I chose the wrong direction to run around the island so when I hit the front of the island I had the wind going against me. I had my iPhone in my pocket in a ziploc bag and it said I was done before I actually was and even tagged some people from my address book in the run. By the time that I was done the tendon to my big toe on my left foot was very sore, I'm hoping it doesn't hinder my training.
Total Training Distance: 485.5 miles
Total Training Time: 3D 15:08:35
Weather: Rainy, Windy and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 44:00 - 4.06 miles - 10:50
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/83362961
Thoughts: This run was during a complete downpour and I chose the wrong direction to run around the island so when I hit the front of the island I had the wind going against me. I had my iPhone in my pocket in a ziploc bag and it said I was done before I actually was and even tagged some people from my address book in the run. By the time that I was done the tendon to my big toe on my left foot was very sore, I'm hoping it doesn't hinder my training.
Total Training Distance: 485.5 miles
Total Training Time: 3D 15:08:35
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Day 177
Start: 5:46am
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 1:56:04 - 10.01 - 11:36
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/82153447
Thoughts: I was pretty sore for this run. I definitely ran my short run the day before too quickly. But, when I feel good it is hard to keep the pace down. The sun began to rise as I got to the east end of the island, which always make it worth getting up early to run.
Total Training Distance: 455.97 miles
Total Training Time: 3D 9:38:16
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 1:56:04 - 10.01 - 11:36
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/82153447
Thoughts: I was pretty sore for this run. I definitely ran my short run the day before too quickly. But, when I feel good it is hard to keep the pace down. The sun began to rise as I got to the east end of the island, which always make it worth getting up early to run.
Total Training Distance: 455.97 miles
Total Training Time: 3D 9:38:16
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Day 153
Start: 5:37am
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 3:14:56 - 16.01 miles - 12:11
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/77298026
Thoughts: This was a fun run. My wife and I stayed in Portland overnight for our anniversary, so I started from the hotel and ran to Casco Bay Lines via Portland Trails paths. The first half of the run flew by because it was all new trail to me. The second half was on Back Bay and East End trails which I've run before, but at least it wasn't the same loop on the island. I never really hit my wall during this run, which was exciting because it finally felt like completing a marathon was possible. The only real issue I had was that my Achilles started pinching at 13 miles, which concerns me.
Total Training Distance: 343.17 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 12:38:43
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 3:14:56 - 16.01 miles - 12:11
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/77298026
Thoughts: This was a fun run. My wife and I stayed in Portland overnight for our anniversary, so I started from the hotel and ran to Casco Bay Lines via Portland Trails paths. The first half of the run flew by because it was all new trail to me. The second half was on Back Bay and East End trails which I've run before, but at least it wasn't the same loop on the island. I never really hit my wall during this run, which was exciting because it finally felt like completing a marathon was possible. The only real issue I had was that my Achilles started pinching at 13 miles, which concerns me.
Total Training Distance: 343.17 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 12:38:43
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Day 149
Start: 4:08am
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 1:32:25 - 8 miles - 11:33
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/76465215
Thoughts: I had to set my alarm clock to 3:30am in order to wake for this one. I kept my pace pretty slow because my previous run had finished only 8 hours earlier. Unfortunately, by the end of the run my left Achilles had started bothering me again. Hopefully, it can recover before my long run like last week.
Total Training Distance: 327.16 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 9:23:47
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 1:32:25 - 8 miles - 11:33
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/76465215
Thoughts: I had to set my alarm clock to 3:30am in order to wake for this one. I kept my pace pretty slow because my previous run had finished only 8 hours earlier. Unfortunately, by the end of the run my left Achilles had started bothering me again. Hopefully, it can recover before my long run like last week.
Total Training Distance: 327.16 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 9:23:47
Monday, March 19, 2012
Day 148
Start: 6:59pm
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 42:27 - 4.01 miles - 10:36
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/76407947
Thoughts: A rare evening run as I couldn't leave my son home alone early in the morning to do my run. It was a nice evening; it was almost warm, the sun was setting and there were peepers out (what are they doing out in March?). My legs felt decent; surprisingly recovered from the weekend, though my calves were a little tight.
Total Training Distance: 319.16 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 7:51:22
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 42:27 - 4.01 miles - 10:36
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/76407947
Thoughts: A rare evening run as I couldn't leave my son home alone early in the morning to do my run. It was a nice evening; it was almost warm, the sun was setting and there were peepers out (what are they doing out in March?). My legs felt decent; surprisingly recovered from the weekend, though my calves were a little tight.
Total Training Distance: 319.16 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 7:51:22
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Day 142
Start: 4:34am
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 1:16:26 - 7 miles - 10:55
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/75123811
Thoughts: Again I felt pretty good on this run. The weather was mild for the second day in a row, which is encouraging. I didn't have any real pain to fight through, though my hips began to ache near the end of the run and my left Achilles got tight. I'm starting to think my hips, rather than my knees, are what I have to worry about.
I'm planning on running Tough Mudder in July, so soon I'm going to have to look at training for it once I've completed this marathon. I also have to schedule out training for the MDI Marathon in October and see if there is any overlap between the training schedules. I think I will take a shot at Hal Higdon's Novice 2 training.
Total Training Distance: 296.15 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 3:21:28
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 1:16:26 - 7 miles - 10:55
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/75123811
Thoughts: Again I felt pretty good on this run. The weather was mild for the second day in a row, which is encouraging. I didn't have any real pain to fight through, though my hips began to ache near the end of the run and my left Achilles got tight. I'm starting to think my hips, rather than my knees, are what I have to worry about.
I'm planning on running Tough Mudder in July, so soon I'm going to have to look at training for it once I've completed this marathon. I also have to schedule out training for the MDI Marathon in October and see if there is any overlap between the training schedules. I think I will take a shot at Hal Higdon's Novice 2 training.
Total Training Distance: 296.15 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 3:21:28
Monday, March 12, 2012
Day 141
Start: 4:51am
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 31:49 - 3 miles - 10:36
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/74921523
Thoughts: All in all, I felt pretty good. I was pretty psyched that my legs were able to recover from my long run so quickly. They weren't 100%, but there were no sore joints or cramped muscles. The temperature is starting to get up there as well, no need for winter hat and gloves.
Total Training Distance: 289.15 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 2:05:02
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 31:49 - 3 miles - 10:36
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/74921523
Thoughts: All in all, I felt pretty good. I was pretty psyched that my legs were able to recover from my long run so quickly. They weren't 100%, but there were no sore joints or cramped muscles. The temperature is starting to get up there as well, no need for winter hat and gloves.
Total Training Distance: 289.15 miles
Total Training Time: 2D 2:05:02
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Day 137
Start: 4:59am
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 44:43 - 4 miles - 11:10
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/74249090
Thoughts: I took this run easy, making sure that my legs are able to recover for the long run this weekend. Tomorrow I'm planning on buying new running shoes, Brooks Green Silence, and registering for the Sugarloaf Marathon.
Total Training Distance: 276.15 miles
Total Training Time: 1D 23:49:33
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 44:43 - 4 miles - 11:10
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/74249090
Thoughts: I took this run easy, making sure that my legs are able to recover for the long run this weekend. Tomorrow I'm planning on buying new running shoes, Brooks Green Silence, and registering for the Sugarloaf Marathon.
Total Training Distance: 276.15 miles
Total Training Time: 1D 23:49:33
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Day 093
Start: 5:06am
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 39:32 - 4 miles - 9:53
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/67791520
Thoughts: An almost warm and mostly foggy morning made for a decent run. Luckily there was a bunch of rain the night before so the roads were mostly clear of snow and ice. The only exception was the dirt roads which for some reason are never sanded and are always hazardous. I nearly wasted my right ankle when turning on to my dirt road near the end of the run.
Total Training Distance: 147.13 miles
Total Training Time: 1D 1:29:55
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 39:32 - 4 miles - 9:53
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/67791520
Thoughts: An almost warm and mostly foggy morning made for a decent run. Luckily there was a bunch of rain the night before so the roads were mostly clear of snow and ice. The only exception was the dirt roads which for some reason are never sanded and are always hazardous. I nearly wasted my right ankle when turning on to my dirt road near the end of the run.
Total Training Distance: 147.13 miles
Total Training Time: 1D 1:29:55
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Day 044
Start: 5:11am
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 28:01 - 3 miles - 9:21
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/62156526
Thoughts: A very good run. I'm really starting to like Tuesday's run. I thought it would be the most difficult day because it's the only run of the week that doesn't have a non-run day before it and it isn't a short run. Instead I have felt my best on Tuesdays. It was another mild morning; nearly 50 degrees. During the run I started thinking that when I complete this marathon I should next train for the Maine Marathon and try to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Getting a little ahead of myself, but it's nice to have some of my running confidence back.
Total Training Distance: 55.1 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 9:51:43
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 28:01 - 3 miles - 9:21
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/62156526
Thoughts: A very good run. I'm really starting to like Tuesday's run. I thought it would be the most difficult day because it's the only run of the week that doesn't have a non-run day before it and it isn't a short run. Instead I have felt my best on Tuesdays. It was another mild morning; nearly 50 degrees. During the run I started thinking that when I complete this marathon I should next train for the Maine Marathon and try to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Getting a little ahead of myself, but it's nice to have some of my running confidence back.
Total Training Distance: 55.1 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 9:51:43
Monday, December 5, 2011
Day 043
Start: 5:06am
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 18:51 - 2 miles - 9:25
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/62061987
Thoughts: It's hard to believe that the mornings are so mild still. I anticipated to be running with my STABILicers at this point. I won't complain. I think my biggest issue right now (besides my eating) is patience. Since I am still in the "Spring season" stage of my training I don't feel like my miles are increasing, so it is hard to see that I am accomplishing anything. My weekly miles are still low, but I think this is a good thing. My knees aren't bothering me anymore and I imagine that they are strengthening, which will help me push beyond my previous wall of 24 miles per week. When that week comes.
Total Training Distance: 52.1 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 9:23:42
Weather: Cool and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 18:51 - 2 miles - 9:25
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/62061987
Thoughts: It's hard to believe that the mornings are so mild still. I anticipated to be running with my STABILicers at this point. I won't complain. I think my biggest issue right now (besides my eating) is patience. Since I am still in the "Spring season" stage of my training I don't feel like my miles are increasing, so it is hard to see that I am accomplishing anything. My weekly miles are still low, but I think this is a good thing. My knees aren't bothering me anymore and I imagine that they are strengthening, which will help me push beyond my previous wall of 24 miles per week. When that week comes.
Total Training Distance: 52.1 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 9:23:42
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Day 037
Start: 5:09am
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 30:32 - 3 miles - 10:10
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/61486748
Thoughts: I had a decent run. It started out a bit sore but I picked up my pace the last half a mile or so. My body is still paying me back for slacking off over the holiday weekend. Even though my runs haven't been great, I'm actually looking forward to running again. I kind of wish that tomorrow wasn't a day off. Let's see how I feel in a month or two when the weekly distance starts getting up there.
Total Training Distance: 48.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 7:56:42
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 30:32 - 3 miles - 10:10
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/61486748
Thoughts: I had a decent run. It started out a bit sore but I picked up my pace the last half a mile or so. My body is still paying me back for slacking off over the holiday weekend. Even though my runs haven't been great, I'm actually looking forward to running again. I kind of wish that tomorrow wasn't a day off. Let's see how I feel in a month or two when the weekly distance starts getting up there.
Total Training Distance: 48.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 7:56:42
Monday, November 28, 2011
Day 036
Start: 7:07am
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 21:24 - 2 miles - 10:41
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/61384465
Thoughts: I feel bad because I missed two runs over the Thanksgiving holiday. I brought my running stuff down to Boston with me and even got dressed for a run, but still failed to get out the door. Hal Higon says it's okay to miss a run once in a while, but never miss a long run (Saturday). Luckily, at this point my long runs aren't any longer than my other runs. Now I have to make sure I don't repeat that failure.
I was pretty sore from excessive dancing Saturday night and I didn't eat very well over the holiday break. So, my pace was slow, but otherwise the run went fine.
Total Training Distance: 45.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 7:26:10
Weather: Clear and Cool
Time/Distance/Pace: 21:24 - 2 miles - 10:41
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/61384465
Thoughts: I feel bad because I missed two runs over the Thanksgiving holiday. I brought my running stuff down to Boston with me and even got dressed for a run, but still failed to get out the door. Hal Higon says it's okay to miss a run once in a while, but never miss a long run (Saturday). Luckily, at this point my long runs aren't any longer than my other runs. Now I have to make sure I don't repeat that failure.
I was pretty sore from excessive dancing Saturday night and I didn't eat very well over the holiday break. So, my pace was slow, but otherwise the run went fine.
Total Training Distance: 45.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 7:26:10
Monday, November 21, 2011
Day 029
Start: 5:07am
Weather: Cool, Breezy and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 20:52 - 2 miles - 10:26
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/60626182
Thoughts: Probably my hardest run so far. Yesterday and this morning I had a sore right hamstring and it definitely affected my pace. On top of that the cold and wind had my lungs sounding like a early summer bog full of peepers. Here's hoping that tomorrow's 3 miler goes better.
Total Training Distance: 40.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 6:34:46
Weather: Cool, Breezy and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 20:52 - 2 miles - 10:26
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/60626182
Thoughts: Probably my hardest run so far. Yesterday and this morning I had a sore right hamstring and it definitely affected my pace. On top of that the cold and wind had my lungs sounding like a early summer bog full of peepers. Here's hoping that tomorrow's 3 miler goes better.
Total Training Distance: 40.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 6:34:46
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Day 027
Start: 7:03am
Weather: Cool, Breezy and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 39:04 - 4 miles - 9:46
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/60395277
Thoughts: The morning was cool and very windy, but there was a nice sunrise that made the morning worth it. The combination of cold and wind always affect my breathing and therefor my pace, but I was able to bring what was a 10 minute pace after the first mile down to a decent 9:46 pace. Hunting season is in full effect, I heard four gunshots during my run. Not the most settling sound to hear while you're out running.
Total Training Distance: 38.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 6:13:54
Weather: Cool, Breezy and Clear
Time/Distance/Pace: 39:04 - 4 miles - 9:46
RunKeeper: http://runkeeper.com/user/cadebro/activity/60395277
Thoughts: The morning was cool and very windy, but there was a nice sunrise that made the morning worth it. The combination of cold and wind always affect my breathing and therefor my pace, but I was able to bring what was a 10 minute pace after the first mile down to a decent 9:46 pace. Hunting season is in full effect, I heard four gunshots during my run. Not the most settling sound to hear while you're out running.
Total Training Distance: 38.59 miles
Total Training Time: 0D 6:13:54
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