This is close out weekend because it is the last weekend of this month. That means last chance at redemption and racing before the new month.
Saturday agenda-race!
I found about about a trail 5k at Amelia but that didn't matter. I returned to eagle lakes for part 2 of the elite series. I return as 2 time defending champ. Even though so far my title seems lost, due to better competition and poorer personal performance, I am still proud of my accomplishments and will not shirk running. I think I'll give the Clint Eastwood synopsis of the race:
The good: 2nd age (podium), improved time from last, ankle felt fine.
The bad: 2nd age (trail same guy again), worst overall position
The ugly: 2nd age (trail in series, possibly out), still not under 19
Sunday agenda-race!
I found some:
1. wipro San Francisco marathon
2. trail races 5/10/half
3. Huntington's disease tri
I definitely skipped the former, missed the center one because I opted to return to the latter! However, with a new cast. The U.S. has their dream team, I have mine. James agreed to return & he is the fastest swimmer I ever had on any team. Just as rare to get Boris to be on a team with me was the honor I had to get another elite athlete, Eliot! The pressure was on me not to hurt the team I put together too much. James did not disappoint & was the only one to break ten minutes. He had us in the lead, but as expected, I got caught from behind by better cyclists. By God's grace, we arrived to dismount even (tied) but I got the exchange off seconds prior. Regardless, once Elliot began running, that's all she wrote; we won by 4 minutes! He was the only one to break 20.We won the male category but were the fastest team period!
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Who lee? oh!
Who lee? oh! That's how to pronounce July in Spanish.
Thursday agenda-run, sweat & beers
Itching for race, I returned to this venue despite my memory of struggling here last year. I had to rush from work to make it. It was hot & humid with no clouds nor shade. Besides contending with that and my injury, what sealed my doom was first, my legs seemed to weigh a ton, which resulted in some difficulty with proper breathing. I had to just get through it like a marathon but no finishers medal for my efforts.
Saturday agenda-race?
I found a couple:
1. race for baby (Naples)
2. Hemingway days 5k
Both were far, so in light of recent events, I decided to train instead. I utilized the same workout as last time. I got similar results.
Sunday agenda-race!
I found a couple more:
1. rnr Chicago half
2. tri trilogy #2
Guess which one I'm doing? the latter!
The team I created at motivation man, A.C.T. movitavated, won trilogy #1 with the same swimmer, Tommy. Unfortunately, he left with his wife out of the country but yet I still want to race. I asked same the person I first approached (Omar) to do motivation man (but later declined) and this time he agreed. He is a good runner (Jose) but opted to get a friend (iRun teammate) to do that so that we could concentrate on 1 discipline; wise decision. For both, it was the first time being on a relay. For the swimmer, his first race ever swimming! Collectively, we were the fastest relay but given the title first male tri team. We did the sprint, not the Olympic, since I began the series that way. A du was available & the past 2 years, Spence & I ruled that; sadly, he opted out this year.
Thursday agenda-run, sweat & beers
Itching for race, I returned to this venue despite my memory of struggling here last year. I had to rush from work to make it. It was hot & humid with no clouds nor shade. Besides contending with that and my injury, what sealed my doom was first, my legs seemed to weigh a ton, which resulted in some difficulty with proper breathing. I had to just get through it like a marathon but no finishers medal for my efforts.
Saturday agenda-race?
I found a couple:
1. race for baby (Naples)
2. Hemingway days 5k
Both were far, so in light of recent events, I decided to train instead. I utilized the same workout as last time. I got similar results.
Sunday agenda-race!
I found a couple more:
1. rnr Chicago half
2. tri trilogy #2
Guess which one I'm doing? the latter!
The team I created at motivation man, A.C.T. movitavated, won trilogy #1 with the same swimmer, Tommy. Unfortunately, he left with his wife out of the country but yet I still want to race. I asked same the person I first approached (Omar) to do motivation man (but later declined) and this time he agreed. He is a good runner (Jose) but opted to get a friend (iRun teammate) to do that so that we could concentrate on 1 discipline; wise decision. For both, it was the first time being on a relay. For the swimmer, his first race ever swimming! Collectively, we were the fastest relay but given the title first male tri team. We did the sprint, not the Olympic, since I began the series that way. A du was available & the past 2 years, Spence & I ruled that; sadly, he opted out this year.
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Mid month crisis (Jul)
Mid month crisis (Jul) is here again. It began with yesterday, Friday the 13th!
Saturday agenda-race!
I found 2:
1. ft desoto tri/du
2. beat the heat 5k
I chose the latter because it was the closest far race plus I got to carpool with JW. Its #2 of a 3 race series. Since I missed the first & the last conflicts with another series I'm in, this was just something to do. It was cooler then lately, which was pleasing. Other than that, still struggled, especially with injury. When the dust cleared, I made the top ten despite a dismal time. I lost winning my age group by a second (lost the sprint to the finish) by an out of towner (RI). Jon got a trophy for winning the master title, not the 3rd overall (not honored) that he was. Everybody else got medals. Afterwards, we went to runner's depot grand reopening. There were many vendors & contests; I did the shoestring one.
Once I got home, my brother informed me at the last moment that Bob & family were in town for 2 weeks and are leaving tonight and he was invited to their pool party that I dub, 'krensonpalooza'. Sadly, I couldn't rest from events prior but I couldn't miss out on this opportunity. I couldn't stay but so long because I was preparing to go to Ronnie hollassie's pool party that I was invited to weeks prior by the organizer, Carey.
The event I attended in the afternoon to the evening was renamed, 'runnerpalooza' and was conducted much like a race, less the t-shirts. When you arrive, you receive a 'race' number & then entered into a raffle; no, I didn't get jack. There were tents set up with most that appear at races, like runners depot, running wild & GFLRRC. Many sponsors were there, like snapple, zico and smoothie company. Plenty to eat from people who brought dishes. I apologize that I came empty handed. What I planned to bring I inadvertently left home in a rush to get to this event after the last one.
Sunday agenda-race?
No, but the frank stark ride was available and is a fun event. I had to pass on that due to distance (Boca) and weather (drizzling). I decided to train despite that near home with a dual discipline workout. I did a 10k skate, talked to friends in transition then a 2.5-3 mile run.
Saturday agenda-race!
I found 2:
1. ft desoto tri/du
2. beat the heat 5k
I chose the latter because it was the closest far race plus I got to carpool with JW. Its #2 of a 3 race series. Since I missed the first & the last conflicts with another series I'm in, this was just something to do. It was cooler then lately, which was pleasing. Other than that, still struggled, especially with injury. When the dust cleared, I made the top ten despite a dismal time. I lost winning my age group by a second (lost the sprint to the finish) by an out of towner (RI). Jon got a trophy for winning the master title, not the 3rd overall (not honored) that he was. Everybody else got medals. Afterwards, we went to runner's depot grand reopening. There were many vendors & contests; I did the shoestring one.
Once I got home, my brother informed me at the last moment that Bob & family were in town for 2 weeks and are leaving tonight and he was invited to their pool party that I dub, 'krensonpalooza'. Sadly, I couldn't rest from events prior but I couldn't miss out on this opportunity. I couldn't stay but so long because I was preparing to go to Ronnie hollassie's pool party that I was invited to weeks prior by the organizer, Carey.
The event I attended in the afternoon to the evening was renamed, 'runnerpalooza' and was conducted much like a race, less the t-shirts. When you arrive, you receive a 'race' number & then entered into a raffle; no, I didn't get jack. There were tents set up with most that appear at races, like runners depot, running wild & GFLRRC. Many sponsors were there, like snapple, zico and smoothie company. Plenty to eat from people who brought dishes. I apologize that I came empty handed. What I planned to bring I inadvertently left home in a rush to get to this event after the last one.
Sunday agenda-race?
No, but the frank stark ride was available and is a fun event. I had to pass on that due to distance (Boca) and weather (drizzling). I decided to train despite that near home with a dual discipline workout. I did a 10k skate, talked to friends in transition then a 2.5-3 mile run.
Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Independence weekend
Independence weekend begins today!
Wednesday agenda-race!
There were a plethora of events but I only considered the following:
1. patriot dash 5k
2. independence du/tri
3. Weston classic 5k
I chose the former because I been there, done that with the rest. To my dismay, my left ankle was in severe pain prior to the race. It took me 2 miles in the race just to manage a decent pace afterwards. By then, too little, too late. I was fortunate to finish with low to mid 20 but unfortunately, did not place. 16 oa, came back to beat all woman (behind 3rd in that 2 mile adjustment). Back to the drawing board.
Saturday agenda-race!
I only found 1 race, the Roger 'RC' Campagnolo 5k heart walk/run. Besides the heat and humidity, I had to contend with my ankle injury. By the grace of God, I was fourth overall, despite a dismal time. due to the terrible categories, I got 2nd in ten year age category, whereas I would have been the master winner if they honored the top 3. Except for the overall (Jon W got gift basket instead), all who placed got medals. I was happy because it's my first award of the month!
Sunday agenda-race?
Yes! Thanks to Shannon, I got a swimmer (her boyfriend is also a triathlete) who agreed to be on the team. We were involved in the inaugural Naples triathlon. He also did the bike so I can concentrate on the run. When the dust cleared, she won her age group and we were 2nd male relay, 3rd team overall. We got champagne or wine glass awards for our efforts. I had a blast!
Wednesday agenda-race!
There were a plethora of events but I only considered the following:
1. patriot dash 5k
2. independence du/tri
3. Weston classic 5k
I chose the former because I been there, done that with the rest. To my dismay, my left ankle was in severe pain prior to the race. It took me 2 miles in the race just to manage a decent pace afterwards. By then, too little, too late. I was fortunate to finish with low to mid 20 but unfortunately, did not place. 16 oa, came back to beat all woman (behind 3rd in that 2 mile adjustment). Back to the drawing board.
Saturday agenda-race!
I only found 1 race, the Roger 'RC' Campagnolo 5k heart walk/run. Besides the heat and humidity, I had to contend with my ankle injury. By the grace of God, I was fourth overall, despite a dismal time. due to the terrible categories, I got 2nd in ten year age category, whereas I would have been the master winner if they honored the top 3. Except for the overall (Jon W got gift basket instead), all who placed got medals. I was happy because it's my first award of the month!
Sunday agenda-race?
Yes! Thanks to Shannon, I got a swimmer (her boyfriend is also a triathlete) who agreed to be on the team. We were involved in the inaugural Naples triathlon. He also did the bike so I can concentrate on the run. When the dust cleared, she won her age group and we were 2nd male relay, 3rd team overall. We got champagne or wine glass awards for our efforts. I had a blast!
Sunday, July 01, 2012
Transition weekend (summer 12)
Transition weekend (summer 12) is upon us!
Saturday agenda-freedom 5k
Today is my last chance to race this month. I couldnt find any other race and it appears likewise as the turnout was incredible, including Jon! While he did well (top master), I struggled. My training has been hindered by injury and the heat & humidity didnt help either. By the grace of God, I made the podium, but barely (3rd age). I started off great but surcame to conditions after that first mile. Decent spread at the post race.
Sunday agenda-race?
This is my first chance to race this month. Unfortunately, I couldnt find any race, so I have to train instead. Therefore, I pulled out my inlines & rolled 12 miles. Guess I gotta wait till the holiday for my first race of the month; wish me luck!
Saturday agenda-freedom 5k
Today is my last chance to race this month. I couldnt find any other race and it appears likewise as the turnout was incredible, including Jon! While he did well (top master), I struggled. My training has been hindered by injury and the heat & humidity didnt help either. By the grace of God, I made the podium, but barely (3rd age). I started off great but surcame to conditions after that first mile. Decent spread at the post race.
Sunday agenda-race?
This is my first chance to race this month. Unfortunately, I couldnt find any race, so I have to train instead. Therefore, I pulled out my inlines & rolled 12 miles. Guess I gotta wait till the holiday for my first race of the month; wish me luck!
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