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Member Since: Nov 11, 2007
BodyBlog Started: Nov 15, 2007
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  • Last 24 Hours: 5
  • Last 7 Days: 32
  • Overall: 3,216
Forum Posts: 86
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Last Visit: Yesterday, 9:29pm
Last Forum Post: Sep 4, 2008 6:55am
Last Photo Upload: Jun 25, 2009 11:41am
Last Profile Update: Yesterday, 9:26pm
Last Blog Post: Jun 20, 2009 2:45pm

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Pheidippides

Overall Goal:  Run faster and get leaner and stronger in 2009.

Fit Status:  I am in the best shape of my adult life right now, having lost signficant weight and bodyfat and set personal bests in all running distances

Motivation Level: 8/10


Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Sex:
Male
Age:
45
Location:
California, United States
Occupation:
Attorney
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When I Started:
Nov, 2005
How I Started:
Tired of being an achy, flabby couch potato.
Why I Love It:
I love the feeling of physically pushing myself.
How I Stay Motivated:
Fit and healthy beats the alternative.
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Last Updated: Nov 15, 2007 6:53pm

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Nov 18, 2007 Feb 6, 2008
Back 172 pounds Feb 6, 2008 -- Back
  Some strength gains but no significant fat loss yet.
Last Updated: Feb 6, 2008 4:41pm

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Last Updated: Oct 24, 2008 10:14am

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Last Updated: Feb 15, 2008 10:08am

Goals:
Main Goal:
Improve For A Sport
Goal (Overall):
Run faster and get leaner and stronger in 2009.
Goal (Long):
I achieved my most important fitness goals in 2008: After starting the year with Achilles tendonitis, which left me wondering if I'd ever run regularly again, I competed in my first triathlon in June, achieved PRs in the 5K and half marathon in the fall, and ran my first marathon in December, finishing in 3:20:00 and qualifying for the Boston Marathon. My primary goal for 2009 is to continue improving at running, concentrating especially in getting faster at the shorter distances, such as the 5K and 10K. I want to run a 5K in under 19 minutes, and a 10K in under 40 minutes, and a half marathon in under 1 hour 30 minutes. Early in the year, both for the sake of looking better and for the sake of running faster, I want to reduce my weight from around 172 to under 165, and reduce my bodyfat percentage, so I achieve a leaner look, with more muscular definition. I plan to engage in a moderate program of strength training, mostly to supplement my running and to make me look better. I plan to concentrate on exercises like pushups and abdominal exercises. I may also try to improve my ability in swimming and cycling, but those are lesser priorities.
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 8 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
12%
Upcoming Contest:
Half Marathon
Last Updated: Sep 29, 2008 7:02am

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How many days per week do you do cardio?
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- Updated Dec 19, 2007 9:53pm

What type of nutrition plan are you currently following? Give full details.
1) Plenty of protein through chicken, fish, nuts, whey powder, eggs. Try to get some protein with each meal.
2) Little to no soda, candy, chips, french fries, fast food, sugary foods.
3) I drink water...more
- Updated Dec 19, 2007 9:53pm

Do you sometimes use a protein powder?
Yes
What is your favorite protein powder?
Chocolate-flavored whey protein -- various brands.
- Updated Dec 19, 2007 9:44pm

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Contest History:
May 25, 2009:
ANBC No Excuses 5K - Placing: dnf
Jun 08, 2008:
Tri for Real Olympic Distance Triathlon - Placing: dnf
Apr 13, 2008:
Zoo Zoom 5K - Placing: 7
Jun 03, 2007:
River City Run 5K - Placing: 3
Mar 11, 2007:
Shamrock\'n Half Marathon - Placing: dnf
Last Updated: Jun 9, 2008 6:27pm

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Category: Training on Jun 20, 2009 2:45pm

I ran the Shriner's 8K race this morning.  It's part of the Pacific US Track and Field Assocation road race circuit, so it always has a lot of fast runners from all over California and some other parts west as well.  It was my first 8K ever.  My goal was to try to set and stay at a roughly...


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Hobbies:
  • Running, backpacking, bicycling, reading, gardening, time with family
Magazines:
  • Sports Illustrated, Atlantic Monthly, Runners World
Healthy Foods:
  • salmon, broccoli
Cheat Foods:
  • Ben & Jerry's New York Super Fudge Chunk ice cream
Fitness Books:
  • Bob Glover, Competitive Runner's Handbook
Workout Music:
  • I don't listen to music when I work out.
Last Updated: Nov 16, 2007 4:29pm

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SIDE CHEST POSE-159LBS marathonpete [ View Profile ]
Today, 2:00pm
That's great. This week was my biggest week ever with 42, hope to get 30 this week. Enjoy your 4th of July!!
SIDE CHEST POSE-159LBS marathonpete [ View Profile ]
Yesterday, 4:24am
I was able to find some motivation. Ran a H half marathon last weekend in 1:41:06. The course was a half mile to long. Everyones garmins were showing 13.60 or 13.67. Good run any way. This week I may have a 40 mile week. Never did that before. What have you been doing lately?
what we're known for frogprincess72 [ View Profile ]
Jun 29, 2009 5:49pm
how'd the volunteer party go?
AvaCowan [ View Profile ]
Jun 26, 2009 7:27am
Thank you very much! And thanks for stopping by:)
SIDE CHEST POSE-159LBS marathonpete [ View Profile ]
Jun 25, 2009 12:20pm
Hey, Thanks alot. Training is going ok might be hitting a burn out preiod. Seems runs are getting tougher to do. Hope it's just the heat. How's everything out your way going?
IRONMAN PHOTO APRIL ISSUE cwpullups [ View Profile ]
Jun 22, 2009 2:39pm
Funny you say that because I was thinking that too...my category is 35 to 44 and of course I am 44 so..I think you are right turning 45 will be great:) In the mean time I will try to get a lot better with the posing etc......congratulations to you:)
IRONMAN PHOTO APRIL ISSUE cwpullups [ View Profile ]
Jun 22, 2009 12:14pm
Thank you..there is stuff I can work on for sure:) But, I am already formulating a plan..hope your week is good so far:)
pixiglittrpants [ View Profile ]
Jun 16, 2009 8:58pm
Holy COW,that's absolutely amazing and studly - way to go, my friend!! Definitely let me know the details of the 8k... FB is facebook, a lot of my 'close' bb.com friends are on there :) Good luck on the race!!
pixiglittrpants [ View Profile ]
Jun 12, 2009 8:18pm
All is awesome in Pixi-Land - did the Mud Run last weekend (10k) and had a blast, though somewhat paying for it... still dragon boat racing and most likely doing a half this August. How are you, my awesome running friend?? Sorry I'm not really on here anymore... if you're on FB, let me know! :)
SIDE CHEST POSE-159LBS marathonpete [ View Profile ]
Jun 6, 2009 3:36pm
Congrats on Boston!!See you there.
what we're known for frogprincess72 [ View Profile ]
Jun 5, 2009 1:15am
the only "race" i have is in aug.. it's a 5k fun run with my sis, who is NOT a runner..she's more the ballet kinda gal.. but i'm touched she asked me to help her get in shape for it :) good luck in your upcoming runs
BryanGee [ View Profile ]
May 30, 2009 1:19pm
Thank you my friend for the encouragement. That's my driving force.
mueller9 [ View Profile ]
May 30, 2009 11:00am
yeah i've been doing a 5k a day and lifting 6 days a week. I do go for time everytime. I shoot for 20 min or under. I have some 4 milers and 10ks but no marathons coming up
AvaCowan [ View Profile ]
May 30, 2009 9:35am
Thank you so much!:):)
triman73 [ View Profile ]
May 29, 2009 6:36pm
its june 13, am just doing a 12 week program for this one the most i will do is 12 miles.
IRONMAN PHOTO APRIL ISSUE cwpullups [ View Profile ]
May 29, 2009 8:03am
It is tricky..because even at my age my body wants to get bigger with all my heavy training for me lots of cardio and eating clean and keeping calories maintenance 1800 to 2000. BUT it is hard to stay where it best suits my atletics...Your goals are different so obviously you will have to do what suits you re your getting faster goals...
IRONMAN PHOTO APRIL ISSUE cwpullups [ View Profile ]
May 28, 2009 2:32pm
YEAH do it for sure and thank you:) And if you do you must keep me updated on your progress:)
Liftin weights! Workingonit25 [ View Profile ]
May 28, 2009 11:10am
You look to be in great shape! I only hope to be in as good of shape as you by the time I am your age. Keep it up!
what we're known for frogprincess72 [ View Profile ]
May 26, 2009 8:23pm
that sounds like a great race! i was in a race that had a tri..duathlon..5k and 10k...i was thinking i was at the mid-back of the pack until the 5k turn-around and realized everyone in front of me was turning around.. that's when i realized i was in the lead! haha.. :) i averaged an 8:05 mile and set a PR for myself as well.. WTG US! :)
what we're known for frogprincess72 [ View Profile ]
May 25, 2009 2:03pm
did you make ur PR?? my race was awesome.. finished 1st overall (super small town.. but i'll take it)
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