Friday - Happy New Year, 1st day of 2010!

[Kristen]

It's -4 here and snowy and I will heed Marg's advice and take a rest day today, as well ...

I guess my streak of 10 days comes to a halt today . Feelin' a bit tired this morning and legs a bit fatiqued and tight from last montth(s) of running ... Afterall, I'm tapering ..

Good call, Andy. I'm taking a rest day today as well, so here's to a fabulous day of rest to start off the New Year!

(and to tapers well deserved)

[AndyM]

Happy New Year everyone! No running for me today but I did set up my running log for 2010 and reviewed my 2009 accomplishments...not too shabby!

[graciousgoat]

Because I have a partner to join me for it, I 'm waiting until tomorrow to run even though it'll be freezing! (freezing-er than today). did some gentle yoga this morning.

[Darth Tater]

And I have to admit that this is somewhat factoring into my decision about staying home and taking a rest day...

OK... I'm out. Sometimes you just have to listen to your body. And mine is saying, "Pyjamas are a good thing this morning."

Have a fabulous Resolution Run, gals. Bundle up and have fun!

Edit: Current temperature is -33 with a WC of -46. It's balaclava time again.

I'll get out there for a short one later today. First up though...time to make pancakes!

[ratherBrunning]

Happy New Year!

[babysteps]

Happy New Year!

Today is supposed to be a rest day. I don't like taking Jan 1 as a rest day! I want to run! But yesterday my arch started bothering me on my run. I think it's from running outside in the snow and the weird footing. So I will rest today. Tomorrow is LSD day. We have a storm coming tonight/tomorrow so not sure how that's going to work out!

10 people for dinner tonight. I'm doing a ham, scalloped potato, turnip, carrots etc. Dessert is simple - sundae bar.

I love New Year's Day. A whole year of possibility waiting ahead of you. I always imagine that THIS year I WILL get super buff, become Zen-like in my non-reactivity, and win the Noble Peace Prize. Of course, that's all out the window by about 4 pm!

[turd ferguson]

Great resolution run last night. I planned on doing two loops of the 3.6 km course but decided to do one loop at full speed instead (the -22 with -33 WC factored into that). 16:06 for a 4:27 pace (pretty good considering the conditions).

Got to hang out with Hammie for a while and then watch her finish, also got to see a coworker run her very first race.

Today, supposed to be warmer, I'll do an easy hour in Fish Creek Park.

[chunkymonkeymelonhed]

Happy New Year!
I'm starting out the year with a REST DAY!!

[ROW]

10km with a couple strides after. Then some icing on the back, hips and my left shin, fun..

[msdesigner]

Day 1 of my new life.....well, my new focus in life. More on that later.

5 km on some pretty nasty side walks - felt like I was wearing moon boots!! I'm up to 5 min intervals which I would like think that considering today's exertion would be equivalent to at least 8 or 9 mins. I will try that time tomorrow on some hopefully cleared sidewalks.

Out to M&D for another Turkey and lasagna dinner and Christmas with my brother and family.

Enjoy the first day of 2010!!

[Half-Mary]

Happy New Year!

On my way out the door for a 10k Resolution Run. My 2010 goal is to run sub-60. I already met my 2010 5k goal a day early. Will I achieve my 10k goal on day 1 of the year?

[Fitz]

Ran 18K this morning. Not the best footing but it is done and I can rest easy!!! All the best for 2010!

[rockstar79]

Eventually, I'm going to go out for a 50 minute run... then spend some time making some goals for the year. Until then, coffee drinking and soup making.

Happy New Year!

[blank]

Happy New Year!

5 X 1K intervals in the book; now for college football.

[smack]

No running today but will be doing some uphill intervals - towing my two kids up the toboganning hill after they get tired of walking up it once - call that 20 * 60 metre intervals with 50 pounds of kid

Happy New Year

[CinC]

Happy New Year everyone!!

good race result Mike - sweet pace!

yesterday - Dave and I headed to the Y and got a 60min run done on the treadmill done in the afternoon - then we spent the evening at our friend's place and rang in the New Year on Saskatchewan time zone at 11pm - were home and in bed by midnight.

I think I may have lost my ipod (or left it at his sister's place in Regina, which I might as well say that it's been lost) grr.

Today's plan - a little tri of sorts planned at the Y - 30 min swim, 30min bike, and then 30min run.

[mcshame]

Edit: Current temperature is -33 with a WC of -46. It's balaclava time again.

You wait until -46 for a balaclava?! I've got it on south of -15...I'm such a wimp...

[Mouse]

Well back home safe and sound, where it is WARM. The run went much better than I expected. Ran with two ladies from the clinic I instructed. My time was about 34:20 (what it said on big clock). It did take awhile to get to the start thou. Doesn't matter. Had FUN.... Didn't freeze, and ran the whole 5K...... Didn't take water, made sure to drink lots before. I went straight to the water fountain when we got back inside. Everything is good. My legs felt heavy, I think that is because I had 4 layers on. Long underwear, Sugoi tights, Running Room tights, and an outer wind shell layer. On the top long underwear, a Running Room 1/4 zip Polar fleece, Nike Micro Hoodie, and a Nike Windproff jacket. On my head balclava, and fleece jester hat. Fleece scarf wrapped around my neck. Fleece cuffed mittens on my hands. Smart wool socks, and a pair of Thorlo's on top . Ran in New Balance shoes.
I'm very pleased with myself and am glad I started the New Year off on the right foot. Yes pun intended....
Carry on.
Mouse
Kristen missed you, didn't see Lisa either, but can honestly say there are more crazy people in Winterpeg that I thought would brave the elements.

[sandstone]

6 X 1200 intervals for me today, then arm strength work, then compile my 2009 running totals.

happy new year, everyone!

[RayMan]

Happy New Year! I went for an Easy Run, 5kms with dog and fiancee. A little slippery but otherwise a safe and healthy start to 2010!

[klc]

Waiting for the sidewalks to warm up a bit before heading out with Oliver. Looks like it is going to be super cold here over the weekend so I will try to get my longer run done today and leave the shorter one for the frigid weather on Saturday.

Happy New Year!

5km done with Ray & Oliver. My longest run since coming back from injury in October and a great way to start off the year!

[Size5]

A nice 10km jaunt - opted for the TM with the -36 wind chill - very windy here...

S5

[Habs4ever]

Well back home safe and sound, where it is WARM. The run went much better than I expected. Ran with two ladies from the clinic I instructed. My time was about 34:20 (what it said on big clock). It did take awhile to get to the start thou. Doesn't matter. Had FUN.... Didn't freeze, and ran the whole 5K...... Didn't take water, made sure to drink lots before. I went straight to the water fountain when we got back inside. Everything is good. My legs felt heavy, I think that is because I had 4 layers on. Long underwear, Sugoi tights, Running Room tights, and an outer wind shell layer. On the top long underwear, a Running Room 1/4 zip Polar fleece, Nike Micro Hoodie, and a Nike Windproff jacket. On my head balclava, and fleece jester hat. Fleece scarf wrapped around my neck. Fleece cuffed mittens on my hands. Smart wool socks, and a pair of Thorlo's on top . Ran in New Balance shoes.
I'm very pleased with myself and am glad I started the New Year off on the right foot. Yes pun intended....
Carry on.
Mouse
Kristen missed you, didn't see Lisa either, but can honestly say there are more crazy people in Winterpeg that I thought would brave the elements.

Nice run Mouse, you're one tough lady.

Wind chill warning here as well, so will wait a while before trying to head out.

Happy New Year.

[eme]

Worked the Resolution Run here this morning, very happy for my Gortex winter kit while I was course marshalling .

Will hope on the bike trainer in a little bit and possibly a run later, if I can find somewhere open that has a treadmill (Base gym is closed). I have no desire to bundle up to run today - it is freaking cold out!

Happy New Years everyone!

[turd ferguson]

I think I may have lost my ipod (or left it at his sister's place in Regina, which I might as well say that it's been lost) grr.

What a tough, tough break. Now you're going to have to buy that iPhone. How rough for you.