Boston Anyone?

Terry hasn't had the time to put something clever on the blog, so you are stuck with another boring post.

Did anyone watch or follow the Boston Marathon today?  I spent some time this morning following the race.  The elite athletes are amazing.  The men's winner ran the last 5k in 14:40, and the women's winner ran the last 5k in 16:40.  The leg turnover is so quick...it is amazing and exciting to watch.  I don't think I could keep up with any of them for long.  I'm just glad to see another year safely completed!

Back to Syracuse...last week's turnout was great!  We had a big group and a new face (welcome to the group, Christin!).  It was great to see everyone come out and run what worked for them.  Some of us ran pickups, others ran hills, and yet another group did straight running.  We also celebrated Timmy's birthday after the workout.  Thanks for showing up with smiling faces and supporting each other :)

Tomorrow looks like it might clear up just in time for the run.  Currently, 5:30 looks to be rain free, a little windy, and mid 50s.  It is a decent forecast for April.

I have 1 hour on the agenda again with 3 x 6 min pickups.  For others who are ramping up the speed, I recommend 4 miles with 4 x 0.25 miles or hills for the Mountain Goat training gang.  If you are building distance, make sure to continue to push yourself, but do it safely.  The general rule is 10%...don't add more that 10% distance or speed in a week.  This will help keep you injury free!

If you have any questions on what to attempt, feel free to ask any of the more experienced members of the group.  Many members have been doing this for a long time and like to help.

--Kelly :)