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Midcoast__1

19 posts since
Sep 5, 2006

210. Sep 7, 2006 6:49 PM

in response to: boothy52

I just started running about a 1 1/5 months ago, and haven't stopped yet. The reason why I started running was due to turning 40, fitness, and if I complete a 1.5 mile run in under 13:14, I will receive a $600 check from my employer.

My first race (5K) is this Saturday in Bowdoinham, but I spoke to the organizer and she said that only 14 people signed up. Their still having the race, but my chance of coming in last is real. I just started continious running 35 minutes which get be just about to 3 miles +/- a little.

I my say that for me to be running this much and TRULY ENJOYING it is not like me. I also hated running, but after completing the C5K program, I know I can do anything, and enjoy it. My goal is to run a HM next year with my wife.

I was wondering if anyone has done the Cape Elizabeth Sprint Triathlon? If you have let me know what your thought are it 1.5 mile run, 14 mile bike, and 3 mile xc run.

Thanks for all the support, and I will let everyone know how I did this weekend.

mdolley

70 posts since
Jun 14, 2004

211. Sep 7, 2006 9:47 PM

in response to: boothy52

Good Luck OOTMAN!!!!!!!! Don't forget to write a race report

Midcoast__1

19 posts since
Sep 5, 2006

212. Sep 9, 2006 9:05 AM

in response to: boothy52

Well I Finished, even though it was last!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is the break down.

There were only 16 runners in the race, just a local school community one. LOTS OF HILL!!!!, and we even had to run through a corn field (This was not in my training routine

) My final time was 33:14

All in All I felt pretty good even though I came in last and don't worry I won't give up, I'll just run in a bigger group LOL!!

Thanks for all the encouragement and support I really appreciated it.

boothy52

250 posts since
Sep 12, 2003

213. Sep 9, 2006 9:37 AM

in response to: boothy52

Wow that must of been fun through a corn field hey very interesting. Ootman that was great and you must feel good about it and it gives you a feel of what it's like.
You take this a grow from it and as time goes on you will see your time go down.
Has anyone been going to the back cove run on Wednesday they seem to be getting a nice group this year 30+ to 50.
Let us know how it's been i think I would like to go this Wednesday. Do you pay right there and how much can you get a teeshirt right there?

Thanks
Boothy

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boothy

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Gallowalker In Maine

73 posts since
Aug 31, 2006

214. Sep 9, 2006 7:50 PM

in response to: boothy52

How is this possible? I walked/ran 3 miles today in 19 seconds longer than I WALKED the same course 2 weeks ago. I tried to go slow because I read that long runs (this is my long run) should be slow, but geesh....

boothy52

250 posts since
Sep 12, 2003

215. Sep 9, 2006 10:13 PM

in response to: boothy52

hey Gallowalker You shouldn't even worry about it at this point put the watch away and keeping going. It will come down with time and it's just going to upset you at this point.
The say the best thing to do to start out is run one pole and walk one pole and do this for a little while then go to 2 poles. Use a radio and have a good time and look at it this way you're better for it then sitting around the house.
I find that my times this year are slower then last year but you know what i still get out there and hope to pick up at some point.

Good job and have fun don't worry about the time!

Boothy

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boothy

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mdolley

70 posts since
Jun 14, 2004

216. Sep 10, 2006 3:42 PM

in response to: boothy52

Congratulations OOTMAN on finishing your first race!

Gallowalker, ditto to what boothy said. You're doing great, it just takes time. Some of us have been right where you are

Michelle

denger2

88 posts since
May 11, 2005

217. Sep 10, 2006 6:31 PM

in response to: boothy52

Hi fellow Maine runners,

It's nice to see new people joining the exchange here. I am one of the "southern runners", i.e. from York County. We have a range of southern and central Maine runners occasionally participating on this thread. It would be nice to see more activity and support for one another, yet I realize how busy folks are. The recent spate of posts is encouraging.

I am from Biddeford and have been running on and off since 1978. My first running shoes were Nike "waffle" running shoes and I liked their lightness and today there are so many more choices. I took a few years off while living in Florida and Georgia, but have been running steady for the past ten years. My experience with road racing is limited to the past two years and I found I enjoy the competitiveness and being with many like minded people. My first race was a half marathon (not what I'd recommend others try) and have been hooked since. I ran several 5K and 10K races this summer and my next race is the Disneyland inaugural Half Marathon in Anaheim followed up with the Maine Half Marathon October 1.

I would like to encourage the newer runners to continue and I hope this addition to your routine becomes permanent. As mentioned in other posts, don't get hung up on your time, especially compared to what other are doing. I run against myself and performance can improve over time, but my biggest motivation to run is just to be outside and enjoy my time alone or at times with a group and seeing improvement in ability. The ancillary benefits of maintaining low weight and being healthier are secondary to me (and many runners) to the enjoyment I get from running.

Keep us posted on your progress.

Brian

sawtej

4 posts since
Nov 23, 2005

218. Sep 10, 2006 7:02 PM

in response to: boothy52

Hey Mainers! I usually don't post at all on Cool Runnings, but I do love to see the Maine Runners Page with new entries. I'm planning to run the Eliot 5K, but haven't registered yet. It will be only my second 5K this year and third overall (I did one last fall). I run about a 12 minute mile, usually, but my cross-country coach of a stepson tells me to do some shorter, faster intervals alternating with fast walking in order to build up some speed (I can do a 5K without too much difficulty, but I am tired of being so SLOW). So, I'm trying to "train" for this 5K and beat my PR. Does anyone have any experience with the Eliot course? Is it hilly?

boothy52

250 posts since
Sep 12, 2003

219. Sep 10, 2006 7:43 PM

in response to: boothy52

quote:<HR>Originally posted by sawtej:
Hey Mainers! I usually don't post at all on Cool Runnings, but I do love to see the Maine Runners Page with new entries. I'm planning to run the Eliot 5K, but haven't registered yet. It will be only my second 5K this year and third overall (I did one last fall). I run about a 12 minute mile, usually, but my cross-country coach of a stepson tells me to do some shorter, faster intervals alternating with fast walking in order to build up some speed (I can do a 5K without too much difficulty, but I am tired of being so SLOW). So, I'm trying to "train" for this 5K and beat my PR. Does anyone have any experience with the Eliot course? Is it hilly? <HR>

Welcome Sawtej we have had a lot of new runners coming to our site and that is great!!!! The one thing that I have notice is that they are caught up on time. Only about 20% of runners are naturals and can just go out there and run with out trying it seems. But you will fine that even the best runners have to work at it and it takes time and there is a lot of reasons to be out there and time is last to all the other benefits. When you push faster then what your body wants you to go then there are injuries that will slow you down. For example I was in a track event 100 meter and I wanted to impress so I went all out. There went my Hammy and it sidelined me for almost a year. This is my body telling me boy are you stupid!!!
I agree with denger2 have fun and running and walking is a good way to build up but don't build to fast.

The Eliot race is very nice race large crowd and its fast and flat and great food after the race.. A good place to have fun those going to this race let's try to meet up if you want. It's always nice to meet other runners. The one thing about Eliot is that the main road close at 8 so be early. My first year I was late and had to try to sneak down the road. Very hard when the road is full of runners.

Lets keep this board hopping at the top! Good job E1!!!

boothy

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boothy

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Sisu68

123 posts since
Mar 5, 2006

220. Sep 11, 2006 8:49 PM

in response to: boothy52

Hi all-

Anyone planning to run the Maine Marathon or Half? I'm running the half. This will be my second HM (first was the Big Lake in NH on 5/13) and I'm just hoping that it doesn't rain (or should I say "monsoon") like at Big Lake!

Gallowalker In Maine

73 posts since
Aug 31, 2006

221. Sep 12, 2006 11:15 PM

in response to: boothy52

Seriously - does anyone know how long they keep the course open or the clock on at the Eliot 5K on the 30th?

saratroz

9 posts since
Jun 15, 2004

222. Sep 13, 2006 11:21 AM

in response to: boothy52

Gallo, i'd like to personally invite you over to the back of the packer's forum in the newbie cafe. we're all quite friendly, and in fact, i've seen fellow mainer sawtej over there as well lately

No need to ever feel humiliated for your speed...as long as you're out there running, you should be proud of yourself.
Happy Running.

pwinkle

72 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

223. Sep 13, 2006 11:30 AM

in response to: boothy52

Sisu68 - I am running the Maine Marathon - my very first marathon. I ran the HM last year and loved it so I promised myself to run the full one this year. I hurt my leg a couple of weeks ago so training had to slow down but i am healing up well. I am excited for the race to see if i can finish !! I also pray for no rain (I hate rain esp. cold rain) Last year it was a beautiful sunny day !! Good luck to you on your HM.

boothy52

250 posts since
Sep 12, 2003

224. Sep 13, 2006 12:31 PM

in response to: boothy52

quote:<HR>Originally posted by saratroz:
Gallo, i'd like to personally invite you over to the back of the packer's forum in the newbie cafe. we're all quite friendly, and in fact, i've seen fellow mainer sawtej over there as well lately No need to ever feel humiliated for your speed...as long as you're out there running, you should be proud of yourself.
Happy Running.<HR>

Not sure about this line:No need to ever feel humiliated for your speed...Gallo I hope we did not make you feel this way and i've always try to make you feel welcome and part of this board. I began like this and had to build up not sure what saratroz is trying to say.

The Eliot race is a good race and you will not have any problems with time.

Boothy

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boothy

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