2011

So here we are, another year in the books, another year just getting under way. Looking back at 2010 I was slightly disappointed with my own performance, but some it had to do with injuries early. Hamstring, gout, and ankle kept the early months down to nearly nothing. I hope this year will be better - it has been so far! My goal last year was 700 miles, but alas, I barley got over 615 miles. Wanting to up the ante this year, but I have to stick to the plan.

2011’s goal? 900 miles.

Here’s how I plan to accomplish all those miles: Flying Pig Half Marathon, Flying Pig 5 & 10k with my wonderful wife and kids, Bethel 10k, Air Force Marathon & 5k, Cincinnati Half Marathon, and a few smaller races here and there. While the races do not add up to much, the training involved will add up quickly. I am sure that I will also be running with the girls soccer team again this summer at least once a week, helping with my wife’s training, and getting out with my oldest as he begins his own training.

900 miles seems like a lot, but I have already planned most of the runs (on paper anyway) and the total is above 1,000. That total does not include any of the small races I will start looking for next month. I am hopeful that I will not only meet my goal this year, but exceed that goal.

Looking to do some changes in foot ware as well this year. Hoping to get my feet into either a pair of Vibram Five Fingers or the new Merrell Barefoot series shoes. Less shoe, less weight, more ability to strengthen calves, feet and ankles on shorter runs. Not familiar with either shoe? Check both of them out online.

If you see me running, hang out the window and cheer a bit - I might need a pick up! Or, you could always get out there and run with me!