2011 was a ground-breaking year for me. I ran more than I ever have and started cycling. I completed two half-marthons (Salt Lake City and Ogden) and PR'd in both of them. I completed my first Triathlon and took second place in my age division. I also completed my first marathon (Layton) and despite a lot of lower GI problems, took first in my age division. I also competed in two 5k fun runs, and although I do compete, I no longer prepare for those and just take them as I come. I did come in first in both of those in my age division.
So in 2011 I ran a total of 2,137.47 miles. I also cycled 1,055.85 road miles plus an additional 25 hours and 9 minutes on my indoor trainer, which is roughly equivalent to 449 miles, for a total of 1,504.85 miles on the bike. And to round it all off, I swam about ~4500 yards (this was in seven weeks). Yeah, I know that last part is fairly pitiful, but since I have never swam more than about 25 yards at once, and certainly not more than 100 yards, if that, over seven weeks, that is a pretty good accomplishment for me.
What will 2012 bring? I will do the Salt Lake City half-marathon again, but will do two marathons, the Ogden (already signed up - and good thing since it filled up in two days) and the Layton. I was already somewhat contemplating doing the Ogden marathon vs. the half-marathon, and when the organizers only made it a $5 difference between the two it became a no-brainer to sign up for the marathon. I know I can do better in the Layton, which is why I will sign up for that again. They are moving it up two weeks, which should be better weather-wise. However, last year at what would be the new date, it was unseasonably warm and would have been uncomfortable to have run that. I will also do the same two 5ks that I normally do (Riverdale July 4th and Run for Recovery).
Not sure about others, and probably will not do another Tri until I can get better in my swimming (I lost a lot of time in the swimming, being near dead last after coming out of the water, and made up all my time in running and cycling). I might look at another half, maybe one in August. Not sure, we'll see how the year goes.
For all of this I thank my very lovely bride. She is very supportive of my training and knowing that just makes it that much easier. My training does help keep me in shape and lower my stress levels, but it is absolutely wonderful not having to worry about what she thinks about it. At times she thinks I am crazy for what I do, but she isn't alone : ) She is wonderful and I am so very thankful that I found someone that is so caring and loving.
So in 2011 I ran a total of 2,137.47 miles. I also cycled 1,055.85 road miles plus an additional 25 hours and 9 minutes on my indoor trainer, which is roughly equivalent to 449 miles, for a total of 1,504.85 miles on the bike. And to round it all off, I swam about ~4500 yards (this was in seven weeks). Yeah, I know that last part is fairly pitiful, but since I have never swam more than about 25 yards at once, and certainly not more than 100 yards, if that, over seven weeks, that is a pretty good accomplishment for me.
What will 2012 bring? I will do the Salt Lake City half-marathon again, but will do two marathons, the Ogden (already signed up - and good thing since it filled up in two days) and the Layton. I was already somewhat contemplating doing the Ogden marathon vs. the half-marathon, and when the organizers only made it a $5 difference between the two it became a no-brainer to sign up for the marathon. I know I can do better in the Layton, which is why I will sign up for that again. They are moving it up two weeks, which should be better weather-wise. However, last year at what would be the new date, it was unseasonably warm and would have been uncomfortable to have run that. I will also do the same two 5ks that I normally do (Riverdale July 4th and Run for Recovery).
Not sure about others, and probably will not do another Tri until I can get better in my swimming (I lost a lot of time in the swimming, being near dead last after coming out of the water, and made up all my time in running and cycling). I might look at another half, maybe one in August. Not sure, we'll see how the year goes.
For all of this I thank my very lovely bride. She is very supportive of my training and knowing that just makes it that much easier. My training does help keep me in shape and lower my stress levels, but it is absolutely wonderful not having to worry about what she thinks about it. At times she thinks I am crazy for what I do, but she isn't alone : ) She is wonderful and I am so very thankful that I found someone that is so caring and loving.
I love it! You're amazing! You didn't say how much you swam for the year though. ;) Derek can help you with that if you need it. He's an excellent swimmer and really helped me.
ReplyDeleteGood job sweetheart! Thank you for the compliments but this was all you! You did the hard work to make so many miles happen and I'm very proud of you! :)
ReplyDeleteSuzanna, thanks for the reminder about the swimming. I have added it now. If I ever find the time, I will definitely ask Derek. By the same token, if he ever needs drowning lessons, I am the best! ; )
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