Training Archive
Ten Lessons for Next Time
After a busy weekend in Sulphur for the State Short Course Swim Meet, I am back to work this week. I still have not gone running or done any form of exercise since the run. My feet are holding onto the skin for now, but one day it will have…
Extremes
One might argue the fact that my running 100 miles this weekend might be considered slightly extreme. Maybe a little more than slightly. Maybe not. Anyway, what is extreme is the completely random weather forecasts for Friday through Sunday. I have seen predictions of upper 70′s, lower 30′s, rain, sun,…
The 60 Mile Playlist
Since I am officially into my taper for the race, I am starting to gather up all my gear and items I will need. One thing that popped in my head is what I will listen to for the first 60 miles. 60 miles! That could take me anywhere from…
The Best of 2011
Today is the last day of 2011, so I am taking the time to look back and remember the year. That is……. the year through the eyes of Timbeaux. I have compiled a few top ten lists for you to peruse from this years posts. The Top 10 Most Viewed…
Mental Distractions
I have been playing this week with some way to update people on my progress during the race. Unlike a big marathon or Ironman triathlon where you can follow the athlete all day long, I will be running through the woods with no outside communication. If you are lucky, I…
Twitter Widget Test
This will be a test to see if I can get the twitter updates on a page. Most of the people going to the race with me have a twitter account, so hopefully we can have some real time tracking/updates. But of course, as slow as I will be going…
Abbreviated Recap
It’s late. I’m tired. But here is cliff note’s version of this morning’s run. In order to be fully prepared for Rocky Raccoon, I need to practice running at a slower pace. If I average faster than a 12:00 pace for the first few loops, then I will be toast. …
Virtual Pacer
For anyone who has ever seen a greyhound dog race, you will know about the rabbit. For the races, this little stuffed animal rabbit travels around the track on the inside rail and the dogs chase it. That way they don’t stop mid race to pee on the fence or…
Only 5 Experiments Left
There is an old adage that you should never try anything new on race day. I have heard horror stories of people wearing brand new shoes and getting blood blisters. Or trying a new drink and having serious GI issues. When considering the fact that I will be running 100…