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Monday, September 3, 2012

A Virtual Run and Fall Races

How was everyone's Labor Day Weekend?

Mine was great! I got to spend some time with my family and friends, watched a few movies, read, took my guitar out for the first time in ages, and, of course, got some good workouts in :)

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I did my first double-digit run since the Reykjavik Half today.  I joined in the virtual run hosted by Laura at Mommy Run Fast and completed 10 miles in a little under 2 hours. It was a really good run, even though it was way too hot for my liking by the end of it. I seriously cannot wait for the cooler weather to arrive!

Fall is my favorite season by far, and it's also my favorite time to race! I have 2 half-marathons coming up that I am really excited about!

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The first one is the Army Run, which is on September 22.  As I mentioned in this post, the Army Run 5k was my first race ever, and I've participated every year since (other than the year I was in Germany).  Last year I walked the half-marathon with my sister-in-law but I'll be running it alone this year. I know it won't be as much fun without her but I'm looking forward to running my first half-marathon here in Ottawa!

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The other race I'll be doing is the Run to The Beat UK in London :)! Yep, another international race; I think I'm getting addicted to those.  My mom and I have been talking about going to the UK for a few years now and we've finally decided this is the time to do it!  I knew I would want to run a race there and Run to the Beat looks like so much fun  :)

So, this means I'm running 3 half-marathons in 3 months and I'm not entirely sure how to train.  Since I don't really "race" races, meaning I stick to a comfortable pace, I don't think it will be overly taxing on my body. My plan is to stick to two 5 milers a week and a long run on the weekends, anywhere between 8 and 10 miles. But any suggestions are more than welcome!!

Do you have any Fall races planned?
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16 comments:

  1. AlishaSeptember 3, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    You are such an inspiration! While I'm not ready to do races yet, I like your idea of just going at a comfortable pace and soaking up the whole experience.

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    1. Jogging on CoffeeSeptember 4, 2012 at 7:46 PM

      Thanks so much, that is really sweet! I'm so glad to see you're blogging again :)

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  2. SarahSeptember 3, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    I love and am so jealous you're running races internationally!! That is so awesome! No fall races yet, maybe a half marathon.. We'll see

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    1. Jogging on CoffeeSeptember 4, 2012 at 7:49 PM

      Yeah, I think I'm going to try to do a race wherever I travel from now on :)

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  3. Laura @ Mommy run fastSeptember 3, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    Thanks so much for participating!! Your plan sounds great- I think since you're not "racing" them, you'll be fine. I've never done an international race... that will be so fun!

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    1. Jogging on CoffeeSeptember 4, 2012 at 7:49 PM

      It was fun, it's easier to power through when you tell yourself you're running a race :)

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  4. MelissaSeptember 3, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    Nice job on the virtual run! Super impressive with running 3 1/2s in 3 months. Your plan sounds good bc you'll be in kind of a constant taper too bc they're so close together. Have a great night! :)

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    1. Jogging on CoffeeSeptember 4, 2012 at 7:51 PM

      Thanks so much :) And I appreciate the input on my "plan"!

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  5. KellyGSeptember 3, 2012 at 9:18 PM

    Just found your blog. Love it. I train exactly as you do. Two 5milers and one long run. I also walk 2days high millage to get ready for a3day 60 mile walk. So glad i found your blog thru the mommyrunfaster virtual race.

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    1. Jogging on CoffeeSeptember 4, 2012 at 7:52 PM

      Hi Kelly! I'm so glad you found my blog, thanks so much for commenting :) When is your 60 mile walk? Sounds interesting!

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  6. BeanSeptember 4, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    Those half marathons look great! I love how you travel to such fun places to race. Your training sounds good to me:)

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  7. EmilyDauenhauerSeptember 5, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    An international race sounds like so much fun!! Maybe one day I can do one too! Good luck with everything!

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    1. Jogging on CoffeeSeptember 5, 2012 at 8:18 PM

      You really should if you get a chance :) It's so much fun to run one in another country!

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  8. Megan@ Run Like a GrlSeptember 5, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    So jealous of your international races! Can't wait to do some someday :) Great race schedule.

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    1. Jogging on CoffeeSeptember 5, 2012 at 8:20 PM

      They are quickly becoming an excuse to travel :P Hope you get to do some international races soon!

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