It's been a while since I've run a long distance but I can tell you that there is a marked difference with what I am able to do this 3rd time around.
I've run The Shiprock Half Marathon, Nike + Women's Half Marathon and The Las Vegas Marathon.
When I was training for the Shiprock the first time, I was new and it was a huge sense of accomplishment to run from my house to McDonald's on Speedway and home again. The first time I had on my water pack and left the house a little nervous and wondering what people where thinking as I trucked along.
When I was training for Las Vegas Marathon, the Nike + Half just happen to coincide with our 14 mile training run so I didn't really train for it. It was just a happy coincidence.
When I hit the 10 mile mark for the Las Vegas Marathon, I kept thinking now I just have to do it again. That's was mind blowing. 10 miles is a big deal, no matter how far you've come.
This time, I didn't have to get one foot in front of the other, I had to stay dry and think good thoughts for my sister. It was not a run for me, it was a support for my sister. I knew that I could run 10 miles but my sister had never been this far in her life. I had to be strong for her and make her feel like this was just another run.
She made it and that made me happy.
After our run, I felt tired, my shoulders were sore and my legs bothered me all night but I didn't need the nap like I did before. It was a good run, it was nice to get back into the swing of things.
I don't run for my own strength anymore, my purpose has changed, I am here to make sure all my raptors know that anyone can complete this journey no matter how much of a beginner they are.
I'm here for you Raptors. You will make it through this life changing event.
Tia
Sunday, April 12, 2009
4/11 Cul de Sahuarita
The Raptors took on Sahuarita in great showing:
In attendance:
Steven and Mary Bade, Katrina and Earl Shelby + 3 Shelby boys, Jamie, Camille, Nicole, Christi, Tia and Jasper Begay, Lisa.
This week was the first week of photos. Unfortunately, my camera died immediately after taking Steven photo.
I'll get you next time Raptors (evil laugh).
This was the first week of increase from 3 miles to 4.5 miles (according to Garmin).
The Shiprock group (Tia, Jasper and Lisa) helped on the course to make sure we didn't lose anyone like we did before:
(From the Chronicles of Raptor Season 1)
July 26, 2008
This week on LOST:
Chicka gets lost in Sahaurita.Chicka was the only Halfer this
week. After telling her to turn around at the water stop or at the halfway
point, she was sure not to get lost. BUT...MacKnitty failed to take her chalk
with her AND Chicka turned the wrong way!When we returned and found No Chicka we panicked and sent Earl out on a rescue mission.MacKnitty called Chicka several times out on the course but she never answered. MacKnitty being the new mom, of course thought the worst and pictured Chicka tied up in the back of a van with masked kidnappers yelling at her while hauling her off to Mexico.
So MacKnitty and Dolce hopped into our BatMobile (shiny silver Camry- loving called Need for Speed) to rescue Chicka. No luck.
Finally a phone call from the hostage, cryptic, "Don't know where I'm at...bathroom...wrong way...phone dying." What could this mean?
When Chicka finally returned, we rejoiced!! Yay!! Her phone had died on her and she missed the water stop and arrow to turn. Instead she took the scenic route around the neighborhoods of Sahuarita. After consulting the map we determined that she may have walked a total of 6 miles! Go Chicka!
The group finished strong even with two boys who didn't really want to go the distance.
The run was followed by a quick meeting and some good eats thanks to The Shelbys. Earl lamented about his CUTE medal and Katrina flaunted her bling-bling to all (you will be mine, oh yes, you will be mine).
T-shirts order should be processed this week so hopefully the Shiprock raptors get it in time for our halfer.
Happy Easter! I hope that you found many Raptor Eggs!
10 miles, rain and ice baths!!
Running condition: Sunny but mostly rainy: 15% sun, 85% rain
Running trait: River Road running trail, mostly pavement and lots of wild life.
Running intake: 1 pack of strawberry Bloks and 1 fill camel back
Okay on Saturday I, Lisa Marie Tsosie ran 10 miles. Me, the person who would rather bike or walk to any distant, decided, of my own desire to RUN 10 miles. I have to admit it was not easy at all. But the one thing that kept me going was that I could make it if I just keep putting one foot in front of the other. As my mind was being jolted about with my current audio book blaring in my ears of unknown relatives, secret meeting and insane asylums. Just one foot and then the other was all my body had to worry about.
After the running I took an ice bath and felt better. Before I started the whole running goal when Tia was running, she would tell me that an ice bath after a good run felt amazing and soothing. I use to think that that was crazy but now being a runner and soon a marathoner I understand.
Through my training I also now have more respect for runners. They do it to say " I can and I do". We run in the rain, heat, cold, night, day, into the wind and at times in the dust and dirt. We run where there is wild life and near the crazy drivers, along the walkers and the bikers. "We can and We do, We run."
Running trait: River Road running trail, mostly pavement and lots of wild life.
Running intake: 1 pack of strawberry Bloks and 1 fill camel back
Okay on Saturday I, Lisa Marie Tsosie ran 10 miles. Me, the person who would rather bike or walk to any distant, decided, of my own desire to RUN 10 miles. I have to admit it was not easy at all. But the one thing that kept me going was that I could make it if I just keep putting one foot in front of the other. As my mind was being jolted about with my current audio book blaring in my ears of unknown relatives, secret meeting and insane asylums. Just one foot and then the other was all my body had to worry about.
After the running I took an ice bath and felt better. Before I started the whole running goal when Tia was running, she would tell me that an ice bath after a good run felt amazing and soothing. I use to think that that was crazy but now being a runner and soon a marathoner I understand.
Through my training I also now have more respect for runners. They do it to say " I can and I do". We run in the rain, heat, cold, night, day, into the wind and at times in the dust and dirt. We run where there is wild life and near the crazy drivers, along the walkers and the bikers. "We can and We do, We run."
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Kolirabi Heaven
On Saturday, I ran my fastest pace since I began this endeavor a year ago.
12.14 minutes per mile
It may not be fast for the average marathoner but for a new mom and one that's been out of the game for several years since, I have to pat myself on the back for this one.
Thanks to my handy dandy Garmin!
Plus ,the Kolirabi Ham Bake that we ate on Thursday night!
I am getting more and more excited about Shiprock, I may be able to beat my time, maybe!
-Tia
Not all cyclist are runners
Up until I joined the Raptor Runners, the furthest I ever ran in a single run was 6.2 miles (i.e. 10 k). This year I have been able to run nine miles and that is part of the 13.1 miles I will have to run. I am training to complete the Shiprock Half Marathon on May 2nd.
I’ve been running off and on for the past three years but this time it is a bit different. It is different because I have an one year old daughter, my wife has completed the Las Vegas Marathon, and I cycle 17 miles per day to work.
I am slowly discovering that running is the other half of my exercise regime. Running and cycling use different muscle groups and I use cycling as my full time cross training. This past weekend I was not only able to run the six miles but was able to run it faster than my last six miles three years ago. I can contribute that success to my bicycle.
This weekend is 10 miles, and it will be a new record distance, I'll see you on the trail.
I’ve been running off and on for the past three years but this time it is a bit different. It is different because I have an one year old daughter, my wife has completed the Las Vegas Marathon, and I cycle 17 miles per day to work.
I am slowly discovering that running is the other half of my exercise regime. Running and cycling use different muscle groups and I use cycling as my full time cross training. This past weekend I was not only able to run the six miles but was able to run it faster than my last six miles three years ago. I can contribute that success to my bicycle.
This weekend is 10 miles, and it will be a new record distance, I'll see you on the trail.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
4/4- Speed Drills @ Reid Park
Today we had a healthy showing of Raptors.
Steven, Mary, Lisa, Jasper, Tia, Maria, Sue, Christy, and Chris were all ready for speed drills.
After a slightly faster 3 mile run, we ran at top speed for 30 seconds and walked for 1 minute.
Purpose of Speed Drills (Runner's World, 2001):
The purpose of speed-form training is to improve your leg turnover (or stride frequency, as some call it), power, running economy, and relaxation while running. The best way to achieve all this is through a variety of speed drills that you run faster than the workouts in the previous chapters.
Our meeting afterward focused on t-shirts and the value of having a group training together.
Sue said that she enjoys the team encouragement.
Maria knew that she was obligated to go if someone was waiting for you.
Tia feels that the non-competitive environment works best for new marathoners who may not be comfortable in larger groups.
Overall, we love our Raptors.
See you on the trail.
Steven, Mary, Lisa, Jasper, Tia, Maria, Sue, Christy, and Chris were all ready for speed drills.
After a slightly faster 3 mile run, we ran at top speed for 30 seconds and walked for 1 minute.
Purpose of Speed Drills (Runner's World, 2001):
The purpose of speed-form training is to improve your leg turnover (or stride frequency, as some call it), power, running economy, and relaxation while running. The best way to achieve all this is through a variety of speed drills that you run faster than the workouts in the previous chapters.
Our meeting afterward focused on t-shirts and the value of having a group training together.
Sue said that she enjoys the team encouragement.
Maria knew that she was obligated to go if someone was waiting for you.
Tia feels that the non-competitive environment works best for new marathoners who may not be comfortable in larger groups.
Overall, we love our Raptors.
See you on the trail.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
The Raptors Rise Again
It's been a few months since most of us have finished our first marathon. Don't worry Katrina, your photo will be up soon.
We finished our first season with 100% finishing rate.
This season we added several new Raptors:
The Clauson Gals: Christi, Nicole and Camille
Lisa
Jasper
Mary and Steven
Sue
Chris
Pat
Lisa
Jasper
Mary and Steven
Sue
Chris
Pat
We are maintaining:
Jamie, Tia, Earl, Elizabeth, Victor, Maria and Katrina
For a grand total of 17 Raptors!
See you on the trail!
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