First summer practice July 7, 2010 @ Ghiloni Park

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Coach's Mileage

I will display my mileage here as often as I can. --Coach

2010 miles

July 8: 6.75 miles around Hudson. It was already quite hot at 5:30 in the morning. Total: 6.75 miles

July 11: 4.5 miles in two runs, pushing the jog stroller. Total: 11.2 miles

July 13: I missed my run this morning. I was too tired and did not get out of bed, Now I need to make it up somewhere.

July 14: I made up the run I missed yesterday. 10.4 miles along the river in Newton and Watertown. 8:02 pace. It was rainy and 75 degrees, but it was nice. I felt quite good. My last four miles were all under 7:50. I think I coud have kept the 8:05 pace for another 3 or 4 miles. My training for the Cape Cod Marathon is coming quite well. Total: 21.6 miles

July 17: Big Man Run in Worcester...look it up. I ran 34:57 for the 4.3 mile course...including three hot dogs and three beers. 8:05 pace. Total: 25.9 miles

July 20: I am trying to get into the habit of waking up early on Tuesdays and Thursdays because I have to work all day. I ran 6.75 miles at 8:05 pace. The first mile was slow (9:00) but that's ok with me. I need a little time to get started at 5:15am. Total: 32.7 miles

July 22: 6.25 miles around the Charles River, from Newton out toward Waltham and back. I hate morning running. Total: 38.9 miles

July 25: 12.1 miles around Gates pond in Berlin. It was quite humid, but there was a little breeze, and the trail is shaded. I think I am right on track for my marathon at the end of October. Total: 51.0 miles

July 27: 5.7 miles around the Charles River in Newton and Watertown. I hate morning running. Total: 56.7 miles

July 29: I GOT LOST IN BELMONT! I was intending to do a 6 mile tempo run, but I took a wrong turn and ended up having to find my way back to where I started. It turned into a 9.3 miler through Newton, Watertown and Belmont. Click here to see the route Total: 66.0 miles

July 30: Played Soccer at night.

Juy 31: Got in my tempo run today. 4.3 miles. I ran from MHS to my house. Then I had to take a Cab from my house to pick up my car later so it didn't get towed during the Triathlon on Sunday. Total: 70.3 miles

August 1: Hiked up Mt. Wachusett today.

August 5: I took the last few days off. I have not been feeling well. Plus, I always feel re-energized after a little break. I ran about 7.3 miles this morning. I ran through Watertown and Waltham. It was CRAZY HUMID. I am back in the game. Total: 77.3 miles

August 6: Two indoor soccer games at night. I think I lost 5 pounds in water alone.

August 7: I played a full outdoor soccer game in Duxbury, MA. It was my high school's annual Alumini match. I played 90 minutes at defense against some 25 year old. It was like doing 50m sprints for 90 minutes!

August 10: 6.4 miles in Hudson at night. 7:40 average pace. I felt quite good in spite of being sore from the soccer on Saturday. Total: 83.7 miles

August 14: 15.0 miles through Hudson, Marlborough, and Southborough. 8:18 pace. I am right on track for the marathon in October. Total: 98.7 miles

August 17: 6.1 miles around the river in Newton/Waltham/Watertown. This will be my last run in Boston this year. It is my last day of summer work. We are leaving for Walt Disney World tomorrow. Total: 104.8 miles

August 26: After eight days of no running, I returned today for a 6.3 mile run at Ghiloni Park. 8:01 pace. Total: 111.1 miles

August 29: 10.0 miles in Hudson. I ran under 8:00 pace for 9 miles, but the last mile is mostly up hill and the heat got to me a little. 8:10 pace. Total: 121.1 miles

Sept 1: 1.75 miles just to shake out the legs a little. Total: 122.85

Sept 2: 6 miles around the track at MHS. Total: 128.85

Sept. 6: 10.1 miles around Hudson and a little bit in Marlborough. It was the hottest part of the day, but it felt good that it was only 80 degrees. 7:48 pace. miles 7 and 8 were 7:34 pace. every mile was under 8:00 (except 8:01 first mile) Total: 139.0 miles

Sept 9: 7.6 miles around Marlborough. I went scouting for a 2.0 mile loop. Still averaging faster than 8:00 per mile. Total: 146.6 miles

2009 miles

June 30: 2.5 miles around Boston. It was my first day of running in months, due to various injuries and many other factors. I was very sore, but it is good to be back. Total = 2.5 miles

July 3: 4.6 miles around Boston, again. This time I ran out along the Esplanade, but back through the city. I was sore early, but I felt better as the miles added up. I could have gone a couple more miles at the same pace. Total: 7.1 miles

July 8: I feel like I have to make a post for the date 7-8-9. I have not run in several days due to illness. I am going to give it a try tomorrow (Thursday)

July 9: about 3.6 miles around the Esplanade in Boston. I felt pretty good. I had to be done in 30 minutes so I could get home in time, otherwise I might have run a little longer. Total: 10.7 miles

July 10: I did not run today, but it was my ten year wedding anniversary. I can't beleive my wife has put up with me for ten years. I truly married a Saint.

July 14: 5.0 miles along the Chalres river (both sides). My miles were 7:48, 8:08, 8:32, 8:08, 7:32. Clearly not a good day for pacing. Total: 15.7 miles

July 16: 3.7 miles around scenic Hudson, MA. I only had 27 minutes to run, or else I would have gone longer. I had to be home by 4:55. It was crazy hot! Then, it started to completely pour! lap times: 8:04-8:06-3:56 (1/2 mile)-7:43-1:20 Total: 19.4 miles

July 17: I was 100% pain free while I was running yesterday. Evidently I am paying for it today. I am having unspeakable pain in my heel today. Hopefully it will pass as the day carries on.

July 17 (night):I played soccer and I was awesome! I even scored a goal, shooting the whole length of the field.

July 19: 4.4 miles on the bike path starting at Ariba Coffee in Hudson. My daughter rode her bike while I ran. Total: 23.8 miles

July 21: 6.8 miles of urban running around Boston. On the run I ran through: BU, Northeastern, Harvard Medical, Wentworth, Emmanual, Berkelee, and others. Total: 30.4 miles

July 24: 4.1 miles around Hudson. I started out pretty slow. I was feeling old and sore. By the end of the run I was feeling great. Total: 34.5 miles

July 24-26: Going camping in Sturbridge

July 28: 6.4 miles along the Charles River and through Boston. It is finally feeling like summer: 85 degrees and humid. Total: 40.9 miles

August 3: 2.4 miles on the bike path in Hudson. I was pushing my daughter in the jogging stroller while my other daughter rode her bike along side us. Total: 43.3 miles

August 10: 6.2 miles on roads and off-road. very hot and humid today. Total: 49.5 miles

---After a long break, with sparatic running, I am back into it.---

October 14: 3.5 miles. "John Brown Bell Plus" 7:50-7:52-7:26-3:15 I was very happy with my triumphant return. I am looking for a Spring Marathon to run this year. Any suggestions?

2008 miles

I FINALLY HIT 200 MILES!!

Since Monday, June 9: 258.6 miles.

I ran 14.3 on Father's Day. My Father's Day Run

13.8 miles on Sat. June 21. Shrewsbury & Worcester 14-miler

I had a great trip with the family to Sesame Place. I did end up with a zero-mileage week, but I did a lot of walking in the very hot sun.

I finally got back to running yesterday. I ran too hard for the first half of 7.9 miles along the Charles River in Boston.

I only ran 5.3 miles this weekend, but I had to push both of my daughters in a stroller while I was running, so I don't mind the light mileage.

I only ran 5.3 miles today (July 8) but I am planning on running a long one later this week.

6.3 miles on July 10. The humidity finally broke. I felt like I was stronger and faster.

15.1 miles on July 13. I ran too fast at the start and kind of stumbled to the finish, but I ran every step.

5.9 mile recovery run on Tuesday July 15.

HOLY SMOKES! It was hot today. I ran 5.4 miles around Boston during the mid day sun on July 18.

Sunday, July 20: I was completely excited to run a 10-miler up at Hampton Beach, NH, but I forgot my shoes. So instead I ate too much.

July 22: I finally got back to running. 10.5 miles along the Charles River in Boston.

July 24: 4 x 1 mile repeats today with 1/2 mile recovery, warmup and cool down. 6:24, 6:52, 6:42, 6:41. Total of 6.5 miles. Felt very good.

July 27: 7.0 miles in the early morning in North Conway, NH. I had been running up hill pretty steady for two miles when I came upon a sign that said: "Steep Hill Ahead" so I turned around.

July 30: 5.9 miles on the trails in North Conway, NH. No moose sitings.

August 6: 9.2 miles in Dallas, TX. I set out on my run at 5:30am. It was already over 80 degrees. by the time I returned, 70 minutes later, it was almost 90 degrees. Holy Smokes, again! It was hot today.

August 10: no running today, but I played about 40 minutes in an alumni soccer game at Duxbury High School. Bonus points go to anyone who can supply any of my high school soccer stats.

August 12: I was very sore today as a result of the soccer game on Sunday. It took me about 1.5 miles to warm up, then the soreness was virtually gone. I ran 5.0 miles on some trails in Berlin (off Taylor Road.)

August 15: 16 miles in a tough heat at 12:30 in the afternoon. I ran from Waltham to Boston and back. Quite a story. Remind me to tell you about it.

August 19: 6.3 miles around my neighborhood. I ran pretty quick: 7:20 average.

August 21: First day of XC training, officially. 3.3 miles with the XC team. I was able to talk to everyone during the run.

August 22: 3.7 miles with the team in the morning.

August 24: 7.5 miles with the Highland City Striders. Negative split.

August 27: 4.1 miles with the XC team. Bike path to main street to John Brown Bell to old charter.

August 29: 6.3 miles from my house. Ran fast. 7:16 pace.

September 1: 8.3 miles. Very early in the morning, I ran to the Gates pond loop, around twice, then home again. Check out these mile splits: 8:10 - 7:57 - 7:46 - 7:48 - 7:35 - 7:31 - 7:56 (big hill) - 7:01

September 5: 4.4 miles. I ran the "front loop" repeats with the XC team today. I did 8 repeats. the mileage also includes my cool downs. It was very hot today. I am haqppy about the workout today. These are the type of workouts that make people faster.

September 6: I WON! I won my weight class in the Big Man Run. The race was actually 5.4 miles. I finished 13th overall, in a time of 43:43. Results here

September 9: 9.7 miles around Hudson. Nice day to run.

September 11: 5.9 miles. 4x1.5 mile repeats in negative splits. Here are the mile splits: 8:47-7:47-7:21-7:01-6:41-6:34

September 12: 3.3 miles. I ran out to the hills with the XC team. I ran up and down a few hills. Mostly I just ran around to make sure nobody got hurt, nobody got lost, and nobody gave up.

September 14: 10.1 miles. I ran from my house all the way to Main St. and route 85 in Marlborough. Then back. Mile splits: 7:22 - 7:35 - 7:32 - 7:58 - 7:55 - 7:28 - 7:14 - 7:08 - 7:16 - 7:05...7:27 average.

September 20: 18.0 miles. After being sick all week, I decided to go for an LSD today. 18.0 miles through Hudson, Marlborough and Berlin. I slowed down a little by the end, an some kid on a bicycle ran into me. 8:15 average per mile, but it was a positive split.

[IF]

If you can keep your head when all about you Are losing theirs and blaming it on you,

If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you But make allowance for their doubting too,

If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, Or being lied about, don't deal in lies, Or being hated, don't give way to hating, And yet don't look too good, nor talk too wise:

If you can dream--and not make dreams your master, If you can think--and not make thoughts your aim;

If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster And treat those two impostors just the same;

If you can bear to hear the truth you've spoken Twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools, Or watch the things you gave your life to, broken, And stoop and build 'em up with worn-out tools:

If you can make one heap of all your winnings And risk it all on one turn of pitch-and-toss, And lose, and start again at your beginnings And never breath a word about your loss;

If you can force your heart and nerve and sinew To serve your turn long after they are gone, And so hold on when there is nothing in you Except the Will which says to them: "Hold on!"

If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue, Or walk with kings--nor lose the common touch,

If neither foes nor loving friends can hurt you; If all men count with you, but none too much,

If you can fill the unforgiving minute With sixty seconds' worth of distance run, Yours is the Earth and everything that's in it, And--which is more--you'll be a Man, my son!

--Rudyard Kipling