I won’t lie, I’ve had a google document going for a few months called “2010 races/events.” Readers of this blog already know that my big “A” race of the year is Barb’s race in July. (It’s a 70.3 triathlon. It’s part of the Vineman series in Northern California.) After reading this post, I got to thinking about races and how many my body, mind and wallet really want to do in 2010. I just finished my Barb's race training calendar (and got the blessing from my Tri Guru). Since Barb's is is my “A” race for the year, I wanted to make sure that my other races don't interfere too much with this race needless to say there are so many fun sounding races out there!
March
Bidwell Classic ½ marathon or 5k—Sarah is coaching a running group for this run and my sister-in-law is making this her first 5k ever. Plus, it’s really close to my in-laws in California, who doesn’t love an excuse to see family?! I’m leaning toward the ½ marathon but haven’t committed myself yet.
April
I have several sprint tri’s on the list. All of them have pool swims, not sure how I feel about that yet. (Beaver Freezer, ICE Breaker Tri (in Cali), WOU Sprint)
Big Sur Marathon –Spectate only! Mr. Pi is running this race and I know Roadbunner and Aron will be there too. I’m not ruling out a relay but I am leaning toward running my own long run and spectating the finishers!
May
Couple of tri’s on the calendar. These have open water swims which means, I need a wetsuit! (Duck Bill Thrill, City of Gold (in Cali))
Couple of tri’s on the calendar. These have open water swims which means, I need a wetsuit! (Duck Bill Thrill, City of Gold (in Cali))
Eugene Marathon—Spectate only! Several PDX’ers will be running either the half or full. I spectated last year and had a blast. I plan to be out on the course with a cowbell and new signs!
June
Blue Lake Sprint or Olympic Tri-If I’ve completed one sprint by June, I will go for the Oly distance. If not, Sprint it is!
Blue Lake Sprint or Olympic Tri-If I’ve completed one sprint by June, I will go for the Oly distance. If not, Sprint it is!
Dunlap Family Vacation to Maine—I said it was a races AND events calendar. I have been scouring websites for events, places to run and swim while on vacation. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to take my bike. The vacation will fall right before my peak time which makes me a little nervous about not being on my bike (especially since I consider that my weakest leg) but this just means I’ll have to be more dedicated and committed before the vacation.
July
Barb’s Race 70.3
Barb’s Race 70.3
Skyline 50k--Spectate only! Mr. Pi's first Ultra marathon!
I haven’t planned any races after Barb’s race. I am not ruling out a fall or early winter event but I want to get through tri training before I tackle anything else for the year.
I have a great list of events/races, several of which correspond to my goals for 2010. Ta-da…here are my top 10 goals for 2010:
1. Finish my first Half Ironman!
2. Set a new 5k PR (which means I have to run at least one 5k)--which means I'll probably be looking to do one in the fall if I don't do the one in March.
3. Set a new Half Marathon PR (I'm hoping maybe Kristen can help me with this in April since she's flying up for Race for the Roses--yay!!!)
4. Continue crazyweights through mid-March (if I can fit it into Tri training then through July, it's tentatively on the calendar but I just don't know how my body will handle all the tri related training)
5. Call/email my parents more often (once every other week or more frequently just to “check in”)
6. Add more money to my monthly savings deposit
7. Go to Bend with Mr. Pi
8. Go snow shoeing (Portland Monthly Magazine had a great article about places to snow shoe around Mt. Hood) http://www.portlandmonthlymag.com/travel-and-outdoors/articles/mt-hood-1209/2/
9. Host a dinner party or post-run brunch (who cares if I have a grumpy neighbor who probably won't like it! I love hosting and I haven't really had much opportunity to host since moving to portland)
10. Ten REAL pushups
A few others that didn’t quite hit the top 10. Most top 10 lists contain at least 5 runner ups, right?:
11. Run 1000 miles (since I didn’t quite (less than 40 miles off) hit this goal for 2009 I’m adding it to 2010)
12. Swim 100 miles
13. Bike a lot! (I don’t even know what would be a reasonable goal here. 1500?)
14. Try 12 new recipes (one a month, that’s doable right? Hopefully I’ll remember to post the outcome here.)
15. Go visit my great aunt in Port Orchard, WA (hopefully squeeze in a meet up with her and her while I'm there)
Here's to making 2010 another great year full of fun times and great training.
19 comments:
Great calendar and goals for 2010! I'm excited to do some training with you and watch you meet your goals. :) You're going to have so much fun! I can't wait for your dinner party :)
Happy New Year!
I am also excited for your dinner party! :) It will be awesome. Those are excellent goals for 2010, and I know that you're going to have a fantastic year - I'm so excited that I'll be there for so much of it!
Very exciting plans for 2010! If only I were closer and could do some with you!
(If you don't get the half PR by the end of the year, I'm going to throw out PFChang's for you :) or of course IMAZ 2011. I know a wonderful puppy who can cheer you on!)
Hey this looks like a great schedule!!! You will have a great time at Barb's I'm sure. Can't wait to follow you through your first half iron and beyond!
great plans!
Sounds like a great year to me! You should look at this and think..."I'm going to be in awesome shape this year!" Can't wait to hear (read) all about it!
Sounds like great plans. Most people wind up cycling much more than they expect to while training for a 70.3. Enjoy the journey.
Very cool!! We just signed up for the Barb's race relay, so I will be able to see you finish! Yeah!! Best of luck on your hubby's first Ultra....sounds scary and fun!
FYI, the City of Gold will most likely be a bike/run event this year due to low lake levels. I plan on doing this event even though it's probaby not going to be a tri.
Great goals!!! Go for 15-20 push-ups...you can do it!
I would like to formally request a LOUD Cowbell in Eugene pretty pretty please, I will NEED it!! I have the same 12 recipe goal, I don't know how to cook so it will be an ADVENTURE for sure..
Oh I can't wait to meet you...I know it is coming soon.. Wow Mr. Pi is poised for a great year as well.
Bring on 2010!!!
LOVE LOVE LOVE your goals!!! I'm not sure I'll be ready for a HIM this year, but it's still on my radar. Love that you have so many tri's on the calendar, too bad we don't live closer together!! Happy New Year :)
Awesome goals...No SoCal?
I thought about Barb's race this year, but I don't think it's gonna happen for me...maybe next.
That is awesome!
Those sound like fun goals for 2010 (go snowshoeing, post-run brunch, half Ironman, ...)
I love this time of year. It's so fun to read everyone's plans for the next year. I'm so excited to follow your journey to the half ironman!!
Nice goals! I like the idea of the top 10 and then the others.
its going to be an AWESOME year for you girl!!! so exciting :)
so excited you will be at big sur too!!! yayyy
Excellent goals!! Good luck and happy 2010!!
Great goals. Run the Skyline. I am good friends with the RDs. You will love it and who cares how long it takes.
it's gonna be a great year baby! yea!!
i get frustrated with pool swims from lap traffic. people overestimate their 100m swim times, get seeded wrong, and end up getting in my way. even though i also entered a bad swim time.
ows in tri's i have a tough time sighting and staying on course. so pick your poison. try some of both. next year you'll know which one you like better. i'll take ows.
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