Love it or hate it, I'm a goal setter with my running... I focused better if I have something written down and keep my eye on the running ball! So here's my list for 2012...
Health:
Eat more fruits and veggies - This is non-specific, but that's ok... I just want to eat a little cleaner than last year without putting hard restrictions on myself that I can't follow!
Knowledge:
Read the Stack of Running Books on my Night Stand - So much good info and inspiration, and I need to carve out the time to actually read them.
Fitness:
Become an ultra-runner - Scheduled for February 4th. 50 miles or bust!!!
Qualify for Marathon Maniacs - DONE! - Accomplished 1/1/12!!! Maniac #4850
Run at least 12 races. - This seems silly for a race-aholic, but I hope to do a lot more marathons this year which means I'm going to have to give up some of the other races so that I can get in the right miles. I think last year, I ran almost every weekend in January and February and I'm giving that up so I can focus on the ultra.
Run at least 2 races of each type (5k, 10k, 15k, Half, and Marathon). - Keeping this one because it reminds me to get some variety in my schedule.
Stay injury-free
2000 miles - I usually don't like mileage goals because sometimes it tempts me to run "junk" miles... going for quantity and thus dumping quality, but I think considering all the marathons I have planned, this goal should be attainable if I stay trained and consistent.
Time Goals:
5k - 24:XX
10k - sub-9 pace per mile.
15K - sub-9 pace per mile.
Half Marathon - 2:00
Full Marathon - 4:20
You ready to rock this year? I just signed up for 2 more races this morning... so this is what my calendar is looking like so far for this year:
1/1/12 New Years Day Marathon - DONE!
1/29/12 Austin 3M Half Marathon
2/4/12 Rocky Raccoon 50-miler
2/26/12 Cowtown Half Marathon
3/25/12 Rock n Roll Dallas Half
3/30-4/1/12 Texas Independence Relay
4/15/12 Big D Marathon
4/29/12 Oklahoma City Marathon
5/28/12 The Patriot Half Marathon
6/25/12 Rock n Roll Seattle Marathon
9/22/12 Rock n Roll Denver Marathon
11/18/12 Route 66 Marathon
12/4/12 White Rock Marathon
12/31/12 New Years Eve Marathon
(HINT: Today is the last day -1/5 - but you can use code RESOLVE to take $15 off any Rock n Roll race.)
This is the year of the full!!! Please legs, don't fail me now!
Thursday, January 5, 2012
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Here's to a great year! I'll see you at RnR Denver!
That is one seriously busy year! Looks like a lot of fun!
Wow, busy schedule AND lots of miles.
Good luck! That looks like a lot of work. I think if I ran that much, I wouldn't like running! :-)
See you in Seattle and Denver. And possibly for Route 66 (loved the MM and HF presence there) and the NYD again :D
Holy moly thats alot of races! And a ton of racing fees!
Im sure you will rock it though!
Christina
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Way to accomplish one of your goals on the first day of the New Year! May be slightly jealous of the Marathon Maniacs status! Good for you, Lesley! You'll have a great running year in 2012 - we just know it!
Wow! That a lot of marathons!! Impressive! I'll be here routing you on! I started writing my blog again. 2 posts in a week. It's like a record.Mentioned you. ;)
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wait you accomplished one of your goals on day 1 of the year, that seems like cheating :)
yeahhh houston!! you really do a have full race schedule!
That is one rockin' list of goals and race calendar - LOVE it! I am always pumped up after reading your posts!
Love your goals! I am shooting for 12 races too but I don't have a full schedule yet. I have signed up for RnR Dallas though. Cannot wait!
You accidentally forgot to put an Arizona race on your schedule. An oversight i'm sure.
Holy smokes!
You are running A LOT of full!!!! :)
What's the weather like in Dallas in March anyway?
Great race calendar!! I hope to one day be able to race like that!
I can't wait to read about your ultra. You will do great!
Marcia - WOO HOO!!! Can't wait to finally meet you.
Alicia - I used to feel the same way! ;-)
Becka - Gonna be a party... especially Seattle. A pretty big crew is going with me to Route 66 too.
Adam - Uh... you've already done Arizona... you'll have to get me to another state...
Christina - Last year it was perfect and 50... I'm guessing this year it'll be a bit warmer.
That is an amazing race plan. What a great 2012!!! Good luck :)
Looks like you're going to have a great year! I love your resolutions. You can do it! Good luck on your ultra!
holy cow!! LOOK at that race schedule!! You are a maniac!!
I am counting down the days to your Ultra. I am so excited to see you go that distance!!
SOOOO BUSY!! I wish I could commit to that many races but life/work often get in the way.. GReat goals for 2012
Looking forward to Seattle!! I'm ready for our reunion!
I have no doubt you will hit your goals!!! I can't wait to see you at more races this year!
WOW! You are amazing, my friend.
Become an ultra-runner! I so admire you - I can't wait to read about your 2012!
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