wow... it has been a long time since I have updated this blog.
A lot has happened - sorry, but I don't have many pictures to prove it.
The Marathon was AWESOME - I finished in 3:48:00 which is 8 minutes faster than my previous time. This is a big deal because as part of my 'test', I did mostly CrossFit workouts and limited my running to 3-4 days a week. Most of my runs were about 5-6 miles long, with the exception of my long weekend runs. I averaged about 30-34 miles a week during the heaviest part of my training. Most marathoners put in A LOT MORE TIME and A LOT MORE MILES... I did this in a pretty condensed version. I personally think my diet change and my CrossFit training had the most to do with my overall performance.
Since the Marathon, I have hit some new PR's on many key benchmark workouts and exercises. I am still blown away by the results.
Fran - old PR 6:13 - new PR 5:07
Deadlift - old PR 340lbs - new PR 350lbs
During the marathon, I hit the half way mark with my fast 1/2 marathon time yet - 1:45:00... I can't wait to see what an actual 1/2 marathon event would be!!!
Upcoming events - December 4th and 5th I will be going through the CrossFit Level 1 Certification again... this is my 'refresh' as I prepare to get ready for the Level 2 Cert later this year.
Very exciting stuff!
I will attempt to post more often, time just slips right by.
If you have any questions or comments - just shoot me an email!
