Monthly Archives: May 2008

Second week after the Flying Pig.

Posted on May 15, 2008 by Thomas Powell

Monday’s run felt pretty good, but seemed to run long by the last two miles. Proof than I do not control my pace well on an "easy run". – Tuesday’s run was nice because it was outside, but I did … Continue reading →

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Can’t get the lead out.

Posted on May 10, 2008 by Thomas Powell

The short morning run Yes, I *ran* and got donuts. I’m sure more than one of them will show up on my calorie intake log. Ran ~ 6.8 miles in the neighborhood. Granted, my first mile was a 7’30″ pace, … Continue reading →

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What has been the difference between my first and second marathons?

Posted on May 6, 2008 by Thomas Powell

Mileage – up to 60 miles early, March Triple Crown (a real pain at the time, but kept me in tune with my capable speed). Weight – I weighed between 15 and 20 lbs heavier last marathon. Pacing – Learned … Continue reading →

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My splits

Posted on May 6, 2008 by Thomas Powell

This was a very consistent run for me. A little pain the last three miles, shortened my gel intake to every 5 miles instead of every hour. Lap Time Distance 1 8:34 1.00 2 7:51 1.00 3 8:04 1.00 4 … Continue reading →

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Flying Pig 3:39:44

Posted on May 5, 2008 by Thomas Powell

Welcome to my public acknowledgment of a very ambitious goal. Flying Pig results on Active.com The course was 0.2514 miles too long due to a fire on the race course. 8’19″ miles given the altered course, but I’ll live with … Continue reading →

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