Hon Wai Ho

January 2009

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Location:

Miramar,fl,USA

Member Since:

Jul 29, 2008

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

 Started running May 2008.

Ran the Miami Corporate Run:  24.17

My next 5k was during Independance weekend: 21:42

Short-Term Running Goals:

I want to qualify for Boston.  I need to run a marathon under 3:10

To finish a 5K in under 20 mins

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run Boston, New York, London and just stay running

Personal:

I have a wonderful wife and my pride and joy of a year.  I know that running marathons are hard, but you should see the hard work that my wife does to keeps our baby healthy.

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Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 0.00
Total Distance
242.40
Night Sleep Time: 121.00Nap Time: 12.00Total Sleep Time: 133.00
Total Distance
5.00

Just getting over the flu.  This is my first run of 2009.  My legs are super sore now.

Night Sleep Time: 0.00Nap Time: 6.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
8.00

Today was supposed to be my tempo work.  However, I was not able to run all my miles at the pace that I was supposed to which was -30 of my marathon pace (8 mpm).  I was able to run the other ones at around 7:17.

Night Sleep Time: 0.00Nap Time: 5.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
16.00

My last long run since my first marathon.  I ran with Eddy today, and we were kind of pulling each other.  We started off at around 8:15, but finished the last 4-6 miles with negative splits of around 7:45.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
5.00

Tapering week.  Ran 5 miles.  First mile warm up, 3 tempo, and last one cool down.

Night Sleep Time: 6.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
6.00

I was supposed to run 4 miles today, but my friend Jaime had to run 8 miles.  Therefore, we kind of agreed that 6 miles was good enough for both. 

First mile was our warm up mile then we ran 4 tempo miles (avg of 7:40mpm), then the last one was our cool down mile.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
26.20

Ran my first marathon (Miami ING).  I did great during my first half (on average of 8:20 pace).  However, then my legs started to cramp at around mile 16, so it all went down hill from there.  I had to walk most of the remaining 10 miles.  I finished with a time of 4:34 minutes.  Way above the time that I wanted to make.  Well but I guess that we all live and learn.  I did many things leading up to this race.  The last 5 weeks of my training I slacked off way too much.  I missed my two 22 milers, and I also missed my 8 miles 2 weeks before the race.  Also I did not hydrate enough the days before the race.  Now I know that I am not 20 anymore. 

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Comments
From JimF on Mon, Jan 26, 2009 at 14:46:48

Congratulations on finishing your first marathon! Even though you are not happy with the result getting that first marathon completed is a big step and definitely a learning experience. Good luck on continuing your training.

From Andrew Anderson on Mon, Jan 26, 2009 at 18:05:43

Way to hang in there when things got ugly! I had a similar experience in my first marathon. I felt like a cartoon character after 20 miles with steam coming out of my ears and springs popping out the top of my head. Time to look over your training notes and make adjustments. Give yourself a few days of well deserved rest. Congrats!

Total Distance
26.20

Ran my second marathon.  I was going for 3:50, but somewhere around mile 18 I started to slow down.  My legs started to get really tired.  Then around mile 26 I got a cramp in my left hamstring.  I had to stop completely for about 5 minutes.  My finished time was 4:20.  I need to find something to help me with the soreness while I am running, and also to help me avoid cramps during my marathons.

Night Sleep Time: 4.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 4.00
Comments
From jun on Mon, Feb 23, 2009 at 10:52:53

Wow. Was this a race or were you just out for the distance?

Nice job for a Monday.

And to help with cramping . . . .

Water

Water

Water

From Snoqualmie on Mon, Feb 23, 2009 at 11:42:13

I'm sure you learned a lot and will continue to get closer to your goals. What I have found helpful for cramping late in the race is a slower start and a more nutritious diet, especially the week before the race. A friend of mine uses Tums to take in extra calcium while running. I don't know if that works or not but it might be worth a try. Cramps = very frustrating. Enjoy your recovery. :)

From Eric Day on Mon, Feb 23, 2009 at 16:17:02

My only suggestion would be mileage. Your mileage is too low for a full marathon. You need to increment your base mileage running six days a week. But take it easy.

From snoqualmie on Mon, Feb 23, 2009 at 17:03:52

Looking at your training again, I have to agree with E.D. -- more miles. And you ran a marathon last month too?!? You've got great potential there! Best wishes to you! :) Sno

Total Distance
8.00

Ran 8 miles at a very confortable pace.  I am still on recovery mode, so I felt some pain in my right harmstring.  Therefore, I slowed down even more.  My next schedule marathon is not until October 11th, so I am going to take it easy for a couple of months.  However, I am going to try to do some weight training in the mean time.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 1.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
4.00

Ran 4 miles easy since my hamstring is still hurting from a previus injury.

Night Sleep Time: 0.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 0.00
Total Distance
4.00

Ran 4 miles easy.  I wanted to test my leg so ran one mile at a pace of under 8:30.

Night Sleep Time: 0.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 0.00
Total Distance
4.00

Ran 4 miles in total.  First mile as a warmup mile, next 2 ran them under 7:15 pace, and last one was my cooldown mile.  My legs felt good, so I am going to pick up my training again.

Night Sleep Time: 0.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 0.00
Total Distance
5.00

Week 1, Day 1 on preparation to Chicago Marathon.  I Ran 5 miles at a very comfortable pace.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
4.00

2nd day of my 20 week program.  I ran 5 miles.  It was very hard run today, since I was very tired from not being able to sleep well.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
12.00

This was my first long run since February.  It was very hot and humid, so I had a very hard time completing the long run. 

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
5.00

My garmin was low in battery, but I thought that it was going to be enough to complete my workout.  However, it did not.  A little bit before mile 2 it turned off.  Therefore, I was just trying to run normal and enjoy my workout.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
5.00

Ran 5 miles at a tempo pace

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
12.00

This was my second long run in a while.  I felt much better this week than last week.  However, I still feel that I need more miles on my feet.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
5.00

Ran 5 miles in total.  My first mile was my warm up mile, and the next 3 I ran them under 8 minutes.

Night Sleep Time: 6.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
6.00

Ran 6 miles after work.  It was around 90 degrees.  Very hot.  I ran the first 5 miles at around 8:30 pace, because it was so hot.  Then the last mile I tried to push and finished it in 7:23 pace. 

Night Sleep Time: 6.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
2.00

I was supposed to run 6 miles today, but close to mile 2 I started feeling a pain in my left knee.  Therefore, I stopped and just walked home.  Will ice it and rest.

Night Sleep Time: 6.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
5.00

I was supposed to run 14 miles today, but felt a disconfort in my left knee.  Therefore, I was only able to comple 5 miles.

Night Sleep Time: 6.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
5.00

Ran 5 miles in total.  First mile was my warm-up mile, then the next 3 ran them at a tempo pace, and finally my cool down mile.

Night Sleep Time: 6.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 6.00
Total Distance
7.00

Ran  7miles at a very confortable pace.  However, we ran 2 of those 7 miles at a pace of 7:40. 

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
6.00

Woke up at 5 am to run 6 miles before work.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
12.00

Ran 12 miles in total.  I was supposed to run 16, but my legs gave out on me.  After 10 miles I just wanted to walk back home. 

Night Sleep Time: 4.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 4.00
Total Distance
7.00

Ran 7 miles this morning.

Night Sleep Time: 4.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 4.00
Total Distance
7.00

Ran seven miles in total.  I felt very tired today and had to walk a lot.  It took me over 1 hour to complete the seven miles.

Night Sleep Time: 5.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 5.00
Total Distance
17.00

I was supposed to run 18 miles, but was not able to complete them.  Instead I ran 17 miles.  I have to reconsider my program since I am having so many bad runs.

Night Sleep Time: 4.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 4.00
Total Distance
8.00

Ran 5 miles this morning.  Tried to run two of those miles under 8 minute pace. 

Ran 3 more miles in the afternoon.  Once mile at 8:30 pace, 2nd at 7:08 and 3rd at 7:10.

Night Sleep Time: 4.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 4.00
Total Distance
242.40
Night Sleep Time: 121.00Nap Time: 12.00Total Sleep Time: 133.00
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