Happy November!

Just wanted to drop in and let you know I'm once again on running hiatus until sometime next year. We're expecting again, and I don't seem to be one of the lucky ones who can mix running and pregnancy.

Anyway, everyone keep posting and running. I need some kind of running fix, even if it is virtual.

Good luck in NY Helen!

Anne

Just a little cross post of sorts here....

As if I didn't have enough to do on Thanksgiving (6 out of town house guests and 25 out of towners for T. dinner) I entered myself in a 5k Turkey trot. I'm sure I'll be home in plenty of time to get the turkeys in the oven. Best of all, I persuaded DS, DD and DH to join me (although they'll probably walk).

Hey allison, that turkey trot sounds like fun. It's really neat that your family is going with you. Hope you have fun.

Ann, congrats on the baby!! I always wondered if I would be able to continue running while pregnant, but I agree you have to do what is best.

Anne, what blessed news! Congrats! What a great reason for a hiatus!

Congratulations, Anne!

Today I ran 3 miles in 25:48. I'm getting kind of speedy lately!

I bought a book about training for marathons -- I'm kind of determined to do one by the end of 2008...

Hi everyone! I'm fairly new to 3FC, and just discovered this section of the forum. I got into running this summer and did a bunch of races, but then in the fall didn't have time so I stopped for a while. A few weeks ago I started up again, but doing short runs (2-3 miles) and usually on the treadmill, because my new job doesn't really give me the opportunity to run outside except when it's unsafe.

This summer, no matter what distance I did, I ran a 9:31 pace. Exactly 9:31. Whether it was a 5k or a 10M. I tried hard to do speedwork to get that to drop, but seemed to always settle into this pace. However, taking a break seems to have helped - last week I ran a 5M (first race since July or so), and I dropped down to an 8:30 pace!!! I'm really thrilled, and attribute it to the cross-training (swimming, elliptical, weights) I've been doing.

I'm watching the marathon on TV right now and it's pretty exciting - if you have some free time, definitely turn it on. In a few hours some friends and I are going to head over to mile 18 to cheer on one of our managers who is running. I still haven't done a marathon (even though I've read a ton on the subject and got as far as running a 10 miler in preparation), but next year I really want to try to run the NYC. Hopefully I can run something sooner, but it's a good goal to have.

Hi laura, welcome! Congrats onthe 8:30 pace, that is fantastic! I am still trying to get to a 10 minute pace lol. I don't think the marathon is showing on any stations near me, but I would love to see it. I will check espn, maybe it's on there or something.

My name is Renee, I just started running a few months ago using the Couch to 5k program. I currently can do about 3 miles. Anyway, welcome to the group, glad to have you

Anne, congratulations! Be sure to keep posting here to let us know how things are going even if you're not running (for the best reason in the world).

Welcome Laura! You are a speed demon compared to me, so keep up the good work and post about it here anytime.

Lisa, what book did you pick up? I'm excited to hear you talking marathon...once you get your mind on track to doing it, it becomes so much more real.

Short runs for me this week - I have a little medical issue that is probably going to turn out to be nothing, but I'm a little freaked out by it right now, so am keeping things slow.

Welcome, Laura!

Rachel, I picked up Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide by Hal Higdon. I have another book on speed training by Higdon and I like that one, and I'd seen this marathon book at the bookstore a million times and nearly bought it. I'm definitely thinking I'll do one by the end of 2008. The problem is that I want to do the Richmond marathon but if it's at the same time next year (this year it's Nov 10), it's the same day as the cross country state meet. I imagine the state meet will be scheduled for the same time next year, and I imagine our boys' team will go to state again next year so I won't be able to do the marathon. I'll have to find another one!! I can't find one too far away, however, because I definitely won't have the funds to travel, since we're planning a trip to Italy next summer!

I ran 10 miles today and my legs are tired tired tired. I didn't feel that pain in my sciatic nerve or hamstring or whatever the problem is, however, so that's good news. Yay for Sunday long runs -- they're back!

This is my last week of running with the kids at CC practice, and then I can set my own schedule!

Lisa, I followed one of the online Hal Higdon plans in training for my marathon, so I'm sure his book is a good way to go. As to looking for marathons that are close to the same time and near where you live, if you haven't already done so, you should visit www.marathonguide.com - they have a map with all the marathon races in the country, and you can search by dates to find one that works for you. They also have reviews from runners who have participated in past years, elevation charts, etc. - it was a great resource for me when I decided to go to Portland.

I'll admit to tearing up a little when Paula Radcliffe won NYC marathon yesterday. For those who dont follow, she just had her baby 9 months ago. Whoooooo Mommy power!

Cant wait to hear from Helen!

Three of the top 5 women finishers (Radcliffe, Wami, Ndereba) have kids. You'd never know it from the coverage Radcliffe's motherhood is getting.

Yes they have kids, but not many have a baby that young. Considering there are still people who look at you like you are a freak if you run while pg, I think it is a good sign.

I'm with you Ennay, that is amazing!