Loved the Sunny Weekend!

Finally, the sunny weather helped motivate me to get out the door more consistently! I ran in the mornings on Saturday and Sunday. On Monday, I headed over to the SDSU track meet in Brookings and ran with the girls on their warm-ups and cool-downs. It felt so great to be consistent again! Thus, I'll probably be out in the rain today :p

Sunday morning was the best run by far (well, other than seeing my old teammates on Monday). I woke up to a cold temperature, but the sun was just rising and there wasn't any wind... what a glorious way to start your Easter Sunday! As I turned off my drive-way, I heard the church bells of Sinai ring in the distance (one whole mile, haha)... the bells were for the Sunrise Service. I continued going south and east and turned around, and as I neared my drive-way again, I heard the bells for the end of the service. The Luther League puts on the Sunrise Service, so it was shorter than usual (about 30 minutes). I got home just in time to jump in the shower and get ready for the 9:00 service. He Is Risen!!!

Update...

So it has been a long time since I blogged... sorry!!! Here is an update on my running--> I have been a rockstar! LOL. I can now run for an hour straight :) Realizing that I have to run another hour straight on top of it is kind of frustrating but I will get there! Today I am gonna shoot for running 7 miles! I hope I can rock it! I'm proud of everyone for continuing on this journey!

And yes, I have bought myself gifts for achieving those extra miles. I bought some new running socks and some new sports bras :) Love it, love it!

Happy Easter everyone! Get out and show the Easter bunny what's up!

Ice Breaker

I ran the five mile race for the Great Falls Icebreaker. I ran it in 38 something. under my 40 min goal. I then tried to find my friend who planned on walking much of the three mile. I didn't find her so I ran the whole thing with a co-worker. Ran this three miles in 27 something. 8 miles, I haven't ran since and have the flu today. Not Fun.

Arbor Day!

So, I was a real bum and took the whole last week off. It felt great. It also feels great to get going back on the treadmill and getting some miles under me. Arbor Day 5K - April 29th - 6:30 AM - Brookings - free to enter and every runner gets a free tree!

RC 2.5

Greetings from Rapid City!

I'm here for work and decided to take advantage of the fitness room this morning. I ran 2.5 miles and was a hot sweaty mess. And then I ate 3 continental breakfasts.

It was glorious.

Miss you all!
(Also, fabulous to see Matt & Alaina for a little bit last night!)

Redbox

There are Redboxes everywhere...but have you ever walked to your nearest Redbox?

Tonight I did! And it was splendid. Luckily, it's only 3 miles round trip.

Happy Tuesday!

Busy is just an excuse.

Hola!

Apologies for the lack of blogging.  My schedule has been crazy, but I have been keeping up with miles :)

This past week I have been without a computer, which was horrible.  I took it in for a minor repair and they kept it all week.  So I have been in the office at the HPER typing away each night.  As I was typing one night I realized how much I needed to get up and move around... SO.... I decided after I finished a section I would run a mile on the track.  One night I did 7.5 miles.  Yes, it is a bit crazy, but you have to do what you have to do!

I am really thankful for Evan running with me.  I have been a grump when getting out there.  Now I see where I need improvements... my attitude :)  Thanks for putting up with me on the long runs!  Also I have started to challenge myself.  I set a time, set a distance, and GO.  It hasn't been a tremendous push, but I still feel it.

Onto the next subject... I think I need new shoes.  Looking at my miles for a month of running and than multiplying it by 10... uffda, I am in need of shoes.  The soles don't look bad, but I want to prevent any injuries.  Maybe I'm too cautious... anyways, I am looking at minimalist shoes.  Runningonthewhiteline.com has an article on what shoes to get.  During sophomore year I bought a pair and they were simply amazing.  I remember how hard it was for my feet to adjust, but once they did I vowed never to turn back.. unfortunately I could never find another pair I liked and settled for the typical running shoes.  Nike is the brand I probably will switch back to.... now to budget them in :)

Great job everyone!!! I'm proud of each of you and continue telling everyone about how awesome my friends are and their willingness to endure five months of craziness.  Love ya all!!

Remember, if you think you are too busy... it is just an excuse :)

FRIDAY!

This week has been crazy.

Dan flew out on Sunday night. I had quiz bowls in Beresford and Dell Rapids on Monday and Thursday and I helped at our home track meet on Tuesday. Wednesday, I finished grading some tests and I organized for the quiz bowl that we host next Monday - this has been difficult to plan as I'm still looking for one more timer/scorekeeper and trying to get a screen and a projector!!! This weekend doesn't slow down any as I have to go home tonight as tomorrow is my first bridal shower!

Anyways, that had nothing much to do with my running except that I've barely had a second to breathe let alone run!

Dan and I went up to Mt. Carmel this weekend for an engaged couples retreat... we went for a 4.5 mile run on Saturday morning (none of the other couples wanted to join us!). I blame the hills and my lack of training lately, as Daniel definitely pushed me. It's nice having someone to run with :)

No more excuses...

I am a big excuse maker I have learned.... I use my strange work schedule as an excuse to why I am putting in less miles than most of you. I flip flop from 12 hour day shifts to 12 hour night shifts... Yes, I know I only work 3 shifts a week, but those shifts are usually longer than just 12 hours. After I work 12 hours at my job, I just don't have the energy to go and run or do anything for that matter. I really need to work on this though, even if it just a couple of miles after a shift! Hopefully this will get easier now that the weather is getting nicer out. PS- It was so nice to see some of you guys when I was in Sioux Falls! Thanks so much for coming down! It meant the world to me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!