"...focus on what you can control." these words were probably what stood out @ our TNT send-off the most. Indeed, at this point with less than a week to go, all I can do is focus on what i can control.
By control I mean light running ( 5 miles, 4 times a week), carb -rich diet, tons of water, and the proper gear for running...If that doesn't get you PUMPED, dunno what would...
so, with roughly a week 'til we conquer San Diego what have i overcome? Oh, nothing really, no, really....
1. Ran about 17 - 18 miles around the outter rim of manhattan island . starting on west 90th, down to south street seaport, then up on the west side back to THE PARK ...let me tell you, by the time i reached 62/4th (on the west side) i as if the world was coming to an end..
for an encore...
2. well, how do you top 18 miles? you run 20 miles...only fair =) better yet, how about running 20 miles on rock surface (trails) boy, let me tell you how much fun that was....nothign beats running 4 hours 20 minutes...wooHOOOO
w/ that being said, off to Niketown to get some glasses, shorts, sox
Wish me luck!
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Thursday, May 24, 2007
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Brooklyn Runner Returns
Well, you'll didn't think I would disappear from the face of the earth with less than 2 months to go before the Marathon? In fact, my training has reach new heights, see the list below as evidence (just incase you don't believe me..tisk tisk )
1. Training 6 days out of the week
2. Ran my first Half Marathon
3. Complete my first 17 mile run ..and lived to tell about it!!!!
4. Strict dieting
5. oh, ran from home to delancy (yes, across the williamsburg bridge)
all of the above while still attempting to manage 8 new accounts for work --> yeah, i'm surprise my sanity is still in sync; oh i've gotten a few grey hair --damn age is really catching up with me.
Anway i just wanted to chat a bit about my half-marathon and running in my own backyard (bushwick) no no, there were no bullets or raw food thrown at me, in fact everyone was quite pleasant. Ok, you might be asking yourself what possess me to run in such a "dangerous neighborhod"? well, like Forrest Gump I just kept on running, and running, and running. "Mama always told me to run, so i ran" LoL..i love this movie. Anyway, my intentions were to jog to the gym and back home---little did i know i was going to run to manhattan =) so, as i ran towards the gym i felt extremely good and thought "maybe i can make it to williamsburg and back" hence i continue to run, crossed the bridge and back, then decided to hop on the L train-8 mileslater-- @ montrose avenue in Brooklyn (too hot!!) check out the map below:
Brooklyn Runner crosses Bridge =)
As for the half marathon, I would be lying if i didn't say I wasn't scared-->look at my picture. Honestly, it wasn't as bad as I made it out to be, plus it was so rewarding at the end with all that food =) (see the pictures) however, there is one thing i do regret and that is not having enough jelly beans to re-energize my body for the last 4 miles of the race...I believe this was the turning point in this whole running craze I'm in...check out my stats for the run and pictures below:
New York Road Runners
1. NYRR
2. Enter L/F name: Diaz, Jose
Pictures [thanks to carol ;o) ]
1. Picasa Photos
don't forget, its not too late to donate: DONATE NOW
1. Training 6 days out of the week
2. Ran my first Half Marathon
3. Complete my first 17 mile run ..and lived to tell about it!!!!
4. Strict dieting
5. oh, ran from home to delancy (yes, across the williamsburg bridge)
all of the above while still attempting to manage 8 new accounts for work --> yeah, i'm surprise my sanity is still in sync; oh i've gotten a few grey hair --damn age is really catching up with me.
Anway i just wanted to chat a bit about my half-marathon and running in my own backyard (bushwick) no no, there were no bullets or raw food thrown at me, in fact everyone was quite pleasant. Ok, you might be asking yourself what possess me to run in such a "dangerous neighborhod"? well, like Forrest Gump I just kept on running, and running, and running. "Mama always told me to run, so i ran" LoL..i love this movie. Anyway, my intentions were to jog to the gym and back home---little did i know i was going to run to manhattan =) so, as i ran towards the gym i felt extremely good and thought "maybe i can make it to williamsburg and back" hence i continue to run, crossed the bridge and back, then decided to hop on the L train-8 mileslater-- @ montrose avenue in Brooklyn (too hot!!) check out the map below:
Brooklyn Runner crosses Bridge =)
As for the half marathon, I would be lying if i didn't say I wasn't scared-->look at my picture. Honestly, it wasn't as bad as I made it out to be, plus it was so rewarding at the end with all that food =) (see the pictures) however, there is one thing i do regret and that is not having enough jelly beans to re-energize my body for the last 4 miles of the race...I believe this was the turning point in this whole running craze I'm in...check out my stats for the run and pictures below:
New York Road Runners
1. NYRR
2. Enter L/F name: Diaz, Jose
Pictures [thanks to carol ;o) ]
1. Picasa Photos
don't forget, its not too late to donate: DONATE NOW
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Back to Basics
It certaintly has been a while since my last entry, doesn't mean I'm slacking with training, work, or life...but its quite the opposite, just means I'Ve BENN SO DAMN BUSY KEEPING UP WITH MY TRAINING SCHEDULE. Think about it, in the month of March I've had to run
: 13 miles, one saturday
: 8 miles, the following sunday
: sprint..sprint...sprint until my legs, back, and shoulders quit (trust me, this never happened =) ) 'CAUSE I AM WILLIAM WALLACE for those who watch sportscenter know exactly the accent I am shooting for.
On top of my MIA status, I've had to up the antics in fundraising as recommitment is around the corner (March 28th to be exact) What is recommitment you may ask, simply a reassurance to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (Team in Training) that I am still nutty enough to continue training for another 3 months and nutty enough to run the 26.2 miles (a FULL MARATHON). In addition to the physical commitment, which believe me is the easier part, I have to continue fundraising as my goal is that of $4000 (by May 16th may I add). So far, I've gotten great support from friends and family members (to those who have not donated, don't feel so guilty, there is still time).
Keep in mind, I will attempt to set-up a couple of fun events (wine tasting, food, etc..) to help reach my fundraising goal, hope you all could make it.
GO Marist
: 13 miles, one saturday
: 8 miles, the following sunday
: sprint..sprint...sprint until my legs, back, and shoulders quit (trust me, this never happened =) ) 'CAUSE I AM WILLIAM WALLACE for those who watch sportscenter know exactly the accent I am shooting for.
On top of my MIA status, I've had to up the antics in fundraising as recommitment is around the corner (March 28th to be exact) What is recommitment you may ask, simply a reassurance to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (Team in Training) that I am still nutty enough to continue training for another 3 months and nutty enough to run the 26.2 miles (a FULL MARATHON). In addition to the physical commitment, which believe me is the easier part, I have to continue fundraising as my goal is that of $4000 (by May 16th may I add). So far, I've gotten great support from friends and family members (to those who have not donated, don't feel so guilty, there is still time).
Keep in mind, I will attempt to set-up a couple of fun events (wine tasting, food, etc..) to help reach my fundraising goal, hope you all could make it.
GO Marist
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