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Long Runs Are Getting Longer - 15 Miles

And the runs are getting longer - can you believe the marathon is less than 8 weeks ago - just typing that makes me super nervous!

But this weekend's plan was for 6 miles at a 9 minute mile. And then Sunday was supposed to be 15 miles at an 11-11:15 pace.

Saturday's Run :


Yep - NAILED IT! I had a friend who met me so that she could push me to keep me on pace. She did an awesome job. And then my biggest fan was waiting on me (as usual) when I got home. He's always waiting on me at the door when I get home. I do believe he is my biggest fan. 



And during Saturday's run, I asked my friend if she wanted to run with me on Sunday (for either the entire 15 miles or at least part). I did not look forward to running 15 miles solo. And I knew that keeping the pace would also be a challenge. She said she would run the entire 15 with me. 

It was 15 miles in the rain. We got in lots of hill work also. And, we came in under pace. 



Total mileage this week... wait for it... wait for it.... 47 miles!


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  1. Lois Alter MarkAugust 18, 2014 at 2:30 PM

    47 miles!! OMG you are amazing! How inspiring!

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  2. Masshole MommyAugust 18, 2014 at 2:36 PM

    And to think - I can barely run one. Good for you :)

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  3. KoriAugust 18, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    I did a 5k once and I was done for. I do a 2 mile walk with my daughter as part of a fundraiser for her school in October, but otherwise I just don't do stuff over a mile. So go you!

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  4. Eat To LiveAugust 18, 2014 at 3:07 PM

    It is so nice you have someone to keep you moving when you want to slow down. It is also nice to have that special little someone waiting for you when you are finished

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  5. krystalAugust 18, 2014 at 4:41 PM

    I would love to just be able to run a mile! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  6. Heather @ Girl Gone MomAugust 18, 2014 at 4:53 PM

    Wow I can't even imagine running 15 miles. I don't know if that will ever happen.

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  7. TatyAugust 18, 2014 at 5:23 PM

    So I started walking today my miles.
    I should keep it up and one day run for ice cream too!

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  8. UnknownAugust 18, 2014 at 5:51 PM

    Marathon training is impressive, I could never train myself to do something like it.

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  9. AnonymousAugust 18, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    That is awesome, your marathon must be about the same time as mine. I am a bit disappointed with my training though, I have an injury that has me on a bike for part of it now.

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  10. LesleyAugust 18, 2014 at 6:30 PM

    I always wanted to do a marathon but I'm just not a motivated person when it comes to some things. Its awesome and inspiring watching you train for yours.

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  11. Sarah BaileyAugust 18, 2014 at 7:13 PM

    Well done! Bust of luck in getting marathon ready, such an achievement :) x

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  12. RebeccaAugust 18, 2014 at 9:05 PM

    OMG that is so amazing you are inspiring.

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  13. AnonymousAugust 18, 2014 at 9:12 PM

    WOW 47 miles!!! Holy. My legs hurt just thinking about running 3 miles let alone forty seven!!

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  14. UnknownAugust 18, 2014 at 9:42 PM

    He is so cute. I bet he makes all the running well worth it.

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  15. UnknownAugust 18, 2014 at 9:44 PM

    Good for you, keep it up. I'm impressed! Amber N

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  16. RenaAugust 18, 2014 at 10:52 PM

    So impressed. Keep up the great work. I hope you do really well.

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  17. Theresa MahoneyAugust 18, 2014 at 11:53 PM

    Wow! That is impressive! I don't know if I could even walk that far, let alone run it! Keep up the great work!

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  18. ANNIE MAugust 19, 2014 at 12:46 AM

    That is quite the impressive mileage for a week! You go girl :D

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  19. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 6:34 AM

    Great job on getting it done! Long runs with friends make them soooooo much easier!

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  20. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 7:34 AM

    gosh, I wish I could have runs like these too.

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  21. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    Congrats! What an accomplishment! Keep up the awesome work! I wish I could run that far!

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  22. Helene BludmanAugust 19, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    I can't believe you ran 47 miles in one week. That is amazing!

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  23. JeanineAugust 19, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    Wow you are simply amazing! Good for you! I need to start going for runs! So awesome. Congrats to you!

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  24. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    47 miles?! Holy cow!!! You are definitely superwoman! Congrats on the accomplishments!

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  25. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 11:32 AM

    Wow that is so amazing! I need to get running again!

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  26. Ashley GillAugust 19, 2014 at 12:19 PM

    Well Done!!! I love running... Just moved to Florida it is so hot outside, so I haven't been running, but man, I need to start!! Thank you for this motivation!

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  27. PamAugust 19, 2014 at 1:03 PM

    Well done and what a great friend. I do believe that friends exercising and running with a person is such a big motivator.

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  28. mail4roseyAugust 19, 2014 at 3:14 PM

    I run a mile an hour, hahaa. I'm not even kidding. :)

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  29. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    Wow, 47 miles! Well done! It's so sweet that your son is always waiting for you!

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  30. Carmen PerezAugust 19, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    Well done, good for you! I'm not a runner, I'm really slow!

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  31. Casa Vilora InteriorsAugust 19, 2014 at 6:59 PM

    Haha! I love the title! I feel I need a reward after a run too

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  32. Tough Cookie MommyAugust 19, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    I think it is great that you are increasing your run time little by little. It's a great way to build up stamina.

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  33. Barbie's Beauty BitsAugust 19, 2014 at 10:17 PM

    That is awesome, I wish that I could enjoy running as it is great for you! Way to go!

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  34. Liz MaysAugust 19, 2014 at 11:17 PM

    I can't even imagine that kind of run. I'm in awe of you!

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  35. The AnnMarie JohnAugust 19, 2014 at 11:17 PM

    OK I'm not sure if I can even do that much running if I wanted to. I hated our 6 mile runs we did in the morning and couldn't wait for it to be over with. Good for you btw!

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  36. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 11:38 PM

    Wow I did 5k and walked it but it felt like I was walking for DAYS!!!! lol

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  37. Tami MarieAugust 20, 2014 at 12:12 AM

    You are such an inspiration. I have just started back walking/jogging/running...I would love to get to your level one day.

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