“Warriorman” Runs Again!: My Next "Race"

2010

2010

*9/19: Warrior Dash: 3.23 miles: 45:58

*7/18: GE Petit Foundation 5K: 27:33

*6/27: Stratton Faxon Fairfield Half Marathon: 2:12.57

*3/21: New York City Half Marathon: 2:05.39

2009

*12/13: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children: 5K: 24:30

*11/1: NY City Marathon: 4:39.31

*10/10: Hartford Marathon: 4:43.21

*9/7: New Haven Road Race: 12.4 miles: 1:49.40

*7/30: XTreme Scramble #2 5K: 29:40

*7/19: GE Petit Foundation 5K: 26:37. Ran with my daughter. See pic in "About Me"

*6/28: Stratton Faxon Fairfield Half Marathon: 1:59.18

*5/3: Baja 5000: 5K: 23:41 (7:37/M) 2nd in my division

2008

*12/14: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children; 5K: 22:57

*11/27: Manchester Road Race; 4.75 miles: 36:42

*10/11: Hartford Marathon: 4:22.19 *Marathon PR

*9/21: Niantic Bay Half Marathon: 1:53.22 *Half Marathon PR

*9/1: New Haven Road Race: 12.4 miles: 1:50.48

*8/14: Corporate 5K: 23:29

*7/31: XTreme Scramble #2 5K: 26:59

*7/20: GE Petit Foundation 5K: 23:29

*7/16: Citizen’s Bank Not Your Typical 5K: 23:48

* 6/22: Stratton Faxon Fairfield Half Marathon: 1:54.55

*5/4: Cox Providence Rhode Race Marathon: 4:52.26

* 4/6: Stratton Faxon Greater Danbury Half Marathon: 2:13.06

*3/16: O’Hartford 5K: 23:59

*3/2: WPLR ShamRock & Roll 5K: 23:48

*2/3: Run for Refugees 5K: 23:21

2007

*12/9: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children; 5K: 23:26

*12/1: Trumbull NIA 5K Jingle Bell Run: 24:47

*11/22: Manchester Road Race: 4.75 miles: 39:56

*11/18: Wallingford 5 Mile Turkey Trot: 41:54

*6/23: Connecticut Irish Festival 5K Race: 22:25 * 5K PR

*6/17: Branford Road Race: 5 miles: 39:40

*5/28: Washington Trail 10K (Durham): 6.2 miles: 52:02

*5/6: Run for Autism 10K: 6.2 miles: 47:54

*5/5: Essex 5K to Play: 3.5 miles? Race: 24:55

*4/29: Glastonbury River Run: 5K: 23:24

*3/11: O’Hartford 5K: 22:28

*3/4: WPLR ShamRock & Roll 5K: 23:29

*2/4: Milford Winter Wonderland 5 Mile Race: 40:11

*1/1: Chilly Chili Run: 5K: 24:30

2006

*12/10: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children; 5K: 23:26

*12/2: Trumbull NIA Jingle Bell Run 5K: 26:09

*11/27: Manchester Road Race; 4.75 miles: 47:11

* 11/18: Cheshire Canal Canter; 5K: 29:28

"Runners need quality foods that provide a 'spark plug' for their energy," says Nancy Clark, RD, MS, and author of The Food Guide for Marathoners. These seven "elite" foods for runners will help you feel your best -- and keep you up and running.

· Small bagel with peanut butter
If you're a morning runner, you know it can be tough to hit the road on an empty stomach. It's been several hours since your last meal the night before, and your energy stores are low. Eating a 100- to 300-calorie snack before your morning run can give you energy and staying power, says Clark. This quick-and-easy snack has carbs and protein, plus it's easy to digest.

· Bananas
If you need a carb-packed energy-booster before an afternoon run, it's hard to go wrong with a banana. A bonus: Bananas contain loads of potassium, which regulates blood pressure and reduces the risk of stroke.

· Berries
Your legs can take a pounding from high-impact activities like running; soreness you feel after a hard run may be caused by micro-tears in the exercised muscles. That's why, in addition to their high fiber content, berries are a good option for runners. The vitamin C and potassium they contain help the body repair itself.

· Broccoli
This nutritional powerhouse has Vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and phytochemicals, all key for peak performance and health, says Clark.

· Low-fat yogurt
Running and other weight-bearing exercise can help you improve your bone density. But calcium is an essential part of the equation, and many runners don't get enough. One cup of yogurt contains a third of your recommended daily intake of calcium. Plus, yogurt has protein -- important for building muscle and recovering from tough workouts.

· Lean beef
In addition to being a quality protein source, beef is high in iron, an especially important element for runners. (Iron deficiency can lead to fatigue.) For vegetarians, beans, peas, green leafy vegetables, and iron-fortified cereals are good sources of iron.

· Wild Salmon

Sunday, July 26, 2009

My Next "Race"

My daughter and I ran in this last year. I told her I would run the course with her and a co-worker of mine. Needless to say, I didn't, and finished a few minutes before them. This year my daughter and I will be running the entire "race" together. I learned a valuable lesson during the Petit 5K race. Quality father-daughter time during a 5K is much more important than my finishing time. I'm hoping my co-worker will also run with us. Check out the link below, and you'll see why I have "race" in quotation marks. The free beer afterwards certainly motivates me also!
http://www.hartfordmarathon.com/foundationnew/hmfevents/xtremescramble2.htm

ALSO: Check out photo #268...my daughter and I finishing the Petit 5K together...Priceless!!
http://www.markmaglio.smugmug.com/gallery/9033850_DYKNj#600084426_hcZUb

7 comments:

Mel-2nd Chances said...: i know i've said it before, but i admire the bond that you obviously share with your daughter and that you have this to share together!! I bet this "race" will be more memorable than last year. :D; July 26, 2009 at 8:50 PM
Unknown said...: I think it is wonderful that you are running with your daughter...I have run off and on with our kids(age 18 and 20)but they haven't ever really loved running...not yet anyway!

In response to your question about the Chomps...I like the berry but my husband likes orange and strawberry. I can't do regular Gu but I can do a lot of Chomps!

Thanks for visiting my blog!
meg; July 26, 2009 at 11:21 PM
Lindsay said...: i've definitely been learning lately that not all races have to be so serious. it's important to do some just for-fun, for the experience, and especially to run with a friend or family member. those reasons are often way more meaningful than a pr. sounds like another excellent 'race' on tap for you and your daughter!; July 27, 2009 at 7:01 AM
Mel -Tall Mom on the Run said...: I hope you bought the 8x10 size of that photo and a frame, that is AMAZING!! All the best in your next race..

And yes I am starting my 10K training plan this week.. I want to make sure I know what pace I can run, still being new to running I am always afraid to go out too fast and lose my speed..; July 27, 2009 at 12:09 PM
Lisa said...: Love that you run with your daughter. My daughter is only 9 and like to run with us so I'm hoping that as she gets older we can "race" together.

Happy early birthday by the way. Hope you do something special and get some practical presents :); July 27, 2009 at 2:18 PM
Burt said...: Thanks, I will let you know about the Hammer; July 27, 2009 at 9:26 PM
Irish Cream said...: I think it is so amazing that you run races with your daughter! You are SO right . . . sometimes it is important to just have fun! P.S. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! :); July 28, 2009 at 12:30 PM