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| Most miles this year(2,387) since 1984!! (Read 819 times) |
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posted: 12/31/2007 at 8:37 PM |
I am greatful. Total miles since 4/22/76--65,343. I am proudest of my consistency over the last 31 years 8 months and 9 days. To be 64 and run more miles than I have run since I was 41--even impresses me!
My "Secret"-- some good genes--running 2-3 min per mile slower than race pace (5-10K). Making running my play. Taking days off. Commiting to being a life time runner--not a flash in the pan. Run/walk/skip when I feel like it--and maybe, most importantly--not taking my running--or myself-- too seriously.
My "speed work" is in the over 400 races I have been in from 1 mile to 100K. Some races "all out"--others helping friends attain their goals.
2008 Running Goals: Run a faster marathon than my first marathon in 1977(3:58-). Tallahassee Marathon 2/3/08. Marathon PR 3:16 in 1985.
Run a 50 mile road ultra under 10 hrs. Haven't done an ultra since 1993. 50 mile PR 8:12 in 1983.
I will post often advising folks to take it easy. If you are in for the LONG run--what is the hurry?
I have coached 100's of runners: from 2:20 marathoners to 6hr + marathoners. My favorite runners are the one who are still running Nick |
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posted: 12/31/2007 at 9:12 PM |
Super job, Nick. I'd love to be able to view your log here on RA.
Since I'm 41 now, I can only hope that I'm running as much in 23 years.
Have a very happy New Year!! |
Pursuing the Pace Bunny, 1 Mile at a time
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posted: 12/31/2007 at 9:19 PM |
| Good luck in 2008! Very impressive what you've accomplished so far! |
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posted: 12/31/2007 at 9:54 PM |
| Good job Nick! |
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posted: 12/31/2007 at 9:54 PM |
Awesome job, Nick! I'm a 51 YO runner who has rediscovered the joy. I did some running back in the 80's, but after some serious knee injuries (unrelated to running) and surgeries, listened to my Orthopedic doc who said I couldn't run...well at least I listened for a dozen or so years. I started back again in 2000 and have not looked back. Like you, I logged more miles in 2007 than ever before. I am in better shape than I ever have been (even back in the 80's) and believe I could beat my 80's PRs in all distances, but I love the trails (ultra's) too much to train for the speed stuff.
Glad you're here and looking forward to sharing experiences with you in 2008!
Good running,
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| "I run in the path of your commands for you have set my heart free." Ps 119:32 |
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posted: 12/31/2007 at 10:27 PM |
| congratulations nick - sounds like another very good year. i hope 2008 is a good one for you also. |
2008 targets:
5k - 21mins (22.29 21.55), 10k - 45mins (49.38 48.12 47.19), HM - 1hr45 (1.50.08 1.44.10)
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posted: 1/1/2008 at 6:11 PM |
| Quote from dgb2n on 12/31/2007 at 9:12 PM: Super job, Nick. I'd love to be able to view your log here on RA.
Since I'm 41 now, I can only hope that I'm running as much in 23 years.
Have a very happy New Year!!
Re: running log on line. I have decided to just keep my miles--like I have since I started. Manually. I have a drawer full of calenders-starting calender #32. To put stuff on line would make me more anal than I am. Take your time, remember--start off ez, then backoff. Have a healthy New year. Nick
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posted: 1/1/2008 at 6:28 PM |
An amazing accomplishment.
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posted: 1/2/2008 at 12:39 AM |
Great stuff Nick, and a belated welcome to RA!! 
I got a late start running 3 years ago at 58, but now am getting well over 100 mi/mo. My 2008 goal is 1500-2000 miles, plus some LD races. I'm learning to enjoy running a lot more now.
Are you doing the GWTC 30K on the 12th? If so, maybe I'll see you there. I just started MAF training, so it will be a social run for me. My longest run to date was 15.6 run to Posey's on 12/24/07.
Happy running!
Bill
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posted: 1/2/2008 at 1:05 PM |
Quote from havanarnr on 1/2/2008 at 12:39 AM:Great stuff Nick, and a belated welcome to RA!! I got a late start running 3 years ago at 58, but now am getting well over 100 mi/mo. My 2008 goal is 1500-2000 miles, plus some LD races. I'm learning to enjoy running a lot more now. Are you doing the GWTC 30K on the 12th? If so, maybe I'll see you there. I just started MAF training, so it will be a social run for me. My longest run to date was 15.6 run to Posey's on 12/24/07. Happy running! Bill
Hi Bill,
I hadn't thought about the 30K on the 12th. I have 2 20 milers over the next two weekends prior to the 2/3/08 TLH Marathon. Doing the 30K might be a good idea--8 ez and 10 at MP. Glad you are into MAF. It takes some patience--but it will keep ou healthier and build a strong base. Keep running. Nick.
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posted: 1/2/2008 at 8:05 PM |
Congratulations, Nick! That's a lot of footsteps! Here's to many more... Cheers!  |
Rick
"The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare." - Juma Ikangaa
"I wanna go fast." Ricky Bobby
runningforcassy.blogspot.com
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posted: 1/3/2008 at 2:14 PM |
| Congratulations Nick! |
~Michelle
Southeastern PA Group
Know what's weird? Day by day, nothing seems to change, but pretty soon...everything's different. - Calvin from Calvin and Hobbes |
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posted: 1/3/2008 at 4:40 PM |
That's a LOT of running, my friend. Congratulations on an excellent year! I'm going to try a little skipping on my next run. Best of luck with your 2008 goals!
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posted: 2/10/2008 at 8:09 PM |
| Quote from Long Run Nick on 12/31/2007 at 8:37 PM: I am greatful. Total miles since 4/22/76--65,343. I am proudest of my consistency over the last 31 years 8 months and 9 days. To be 64 and run more miles than I have run since I was 41--even impresses me!
My "Secret"-- some good genes--running 2-3 min per mile slower than race pace (5-10K). Making running my play. Taking days off. Commiting to being a life time runner--not a flash in the pan. Run/walk/skip when I feel like it--and maybe, most importantly--not taking my running--or myself-- too seriously.
My "speed work" is in the over 400 races I have been in from 1 mile to 100K. Some races "all out"--others helping friends attain their goals.
2008 Running Goals: Run a faster marathon than my first marathon in 1977(3:58-). Tallahassee Marathon 2/3/08. Marathon PR 3:16 in 1985.
Run a 50 mile road ultra under 10 hrs. Haven't done an ultra since 1993. 50 mile PR 8:12 in 1983.
I will post often advising folks to take it easy. If you are in for the LONG run--what is the hurry?
I have coached 100's of runners: from 2:20 marathoners to 6hr + marathoners. My favorite runners are the one who are still running Nick
Quick update: Ran 3:57:47 on 2/3/08--BQ and 13 seconds faster than my first marathon--30 yrs ago when I was 34! I am greatful.
50 miler in December--then a 100K in '09. Nick
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posted: 2/14/2008 at 7:37 PM |
Awesome job, Nick!! Your mileages are just unbelievable.
I also love love love your running philosophy... not taking your running too seriously and I absolutely agree.
Get out there and get running. Have fun. Loose some sweat. Enjoy nature. Take it easy.
Thanks for sharing!
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