Long time, NO post.

Sigh, where has the time gone! You'd think I could post all the time, but nope.  I've been hustling on the attorney side of things.  I've 4 half marathons since my last post.  3 within 45 days.  I am half fanatic #2624. I ran the Joplin memorial run and it was hard fought.  Emotionally, for every 1/4 of a mile we ran 4 people died in the tornado.  Visually, we saw the actual damage.  For me, it was hot, the hills were hard as heck. I threw up the chocolate milk at the end of the run. My mom made a sign.  Lastly, I found my running soul mate.  We are meeting in the morning for a run. Yes!!

I gained like 20 pounds. I need to work on it.  I shall too. Tonight, I don't have much to say. OHH before I forget, I cut off my locks and am now rocking a cute short cut.  I'm happy about it.  I'll be back, be well friends.

Long time no speak...

Its been a while.  I know, I have explanations.  I'm currently working on a death penalty case that is set to go to trial on Oct 24.  We simply are not ready.  The judge isn't hearing it.  So I am putting in alot of hours.  I also just returned to coaching.  Its still hot ya'll.  Whew! This coming week, I'm heading to Wyoming for 3 weeks of training.  So yeah.

On the personal side, I've been tired.  I finally got some sleeping pills and they work well.  However, I'm so over getting up in the heat at the crack of dawn to get my miles in.  But last week I ran 8 miles.   We went to the top of golf ball hill.  It was steep and long, but we made it.

Golf Ball

This week we Ran 7.61 miles.  During and after I was in some major pain.  But I got it done.  

My Garmin.  It tells no lies.

So I will be gone for 3 weeks.  Back to the ranch.  I will return with Pics.

My group at the top.  Can you see me?

Ugh the heat.

I've been running, but man the heat is brutal.  I usually get up and run at 5:15 in the morning.  It's still about 90 degrees and the humidity is insane.  Lucky for me I've got a break in coaching.  Our new program starts up on Aug 22.  I'm hoping that the heat dies down.  I go back to Wyoming On Sept 8. I'll be there 3 weeks.  So running will be great.  In an effort to strengthen my leg muscles and get rid of shin splints I bought the five finger Komodos.  Here's a pic:

Not the cutest shoes at the ball, but they will do.  Happy running. :)

Half Training and Crossfit

Soo, I started training for the route 66 half marathon officially on July 9.  Since then I've been on scheduled runs (and coaching).  Last week I ran 20 miles.  Most of these miles were done at 5:15 am since everyday this week its been over 103 degrees.  Its still very hot and often humid when I do these runs.  So they are fluff.  I've also been coaching a 6pm on Monday and Wednesday.  These runs are actually the hardest.  Imagine trying to encourage new runners when its super hot.  I feel like they do. HOT!  While doing this, I've also been going to crossfit Tuesdays and Thursdays.  Whoo! that is a great and addictive workout.  Its hard too.  I love it.  I don't love the soreness that comes with it.   I hope all of this brings me closer to my fitness goals.  I'm going to investigate the paleo diet today.  I think cleaner eating is in my future (if only I can get a certain great griller to grill for me).

I'm hoping to make it back here.  The finish line, but at the Route 66 race.  I believe I can make it.  

Night all. 

Crossfit!

Let me start by saying that I've been a busy bee.  I still haven't put up my Wyoming pictures (I swear I will).  But this weekend, I begin my half marathon training.  Honestly, its hot as hades here too.  I'm nervous.  In a bid to be prepared, I decided to change gyms to one that has crossfit.  Now, I drive ALL the way across town to the YWCA.  This is the only gym in town with affordable crossfit.

Crossfit is no joke! Its hard and fast and you will be sore.  Usually, it takes about 20-25 mins to get done (depending on YOU).  We do stuff like sprinting, super squats with weights, burpies, etc.  It ain't easy.  I keep going because I truly believe this will help me to be a better runner.  Sigh, at least I hope a whole lot.  Here's a pic of my first day:

I think I look intense.  

I'm back!!

I just spent a week in Wyoming and loved it.  The sad part about it was there was no signal!!! None.  So I couldn't post.  Now, I'm getting ready to run 2 miles.  I'll begin the picture posting when I get back.  :)

Route 66 Half Marathon.

Soo, yesterday I ran 4 miles.  At first, I was a bit overwhelmed by the prospect but I've run farther before.  The problem was I took two weeks off of running due to an injury and have had a hard time getting back into the swing of things.  I still coach, but I suffered a bit just like my students (don't tell).  I'm pretty good at putting on a happy face though.  Anyway, yesterday I felt awesome.  It was like I was born to run.  It didn't matter that it was very hot. It didn't matter that I wasn't really hydrated well.  I still felt like I was flying.  Afterwards, I signed up for half marathon training.  I know I can do this. Lupus be damned.  I run this house not lupus!!! My goal race is the route 66 half.  After that I may do something fun like the disney half or a running cruise. Who knows? The sky is now the limit.

Happy running.