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Location:

Corona,CA,

Member Since:

Sep 08, 2008

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

2012 Irvine Half Marathon 1:38:20 

2012 Fontana Half Marathon  1:32:17                  

St. George Marathon                                                           2007-4:13:00

2008-3:45:07

2011-3:35:05     

2012-3:26:14

8 Total Marathons                                           

Short-Term Running Goals:

Perfect my diet to run better, stonger and faster!

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run 3:15 marathon.

Personal:

I have 4 kids, 2 boys and 2 girls. 11, 9, 6 and 2. I have been married to my guy for 13 years. He is great and so supportive of my running life. He is also very active, mostly weight training and he has run 2 half marathons as well. He is very fast without training too hard. 1:28 Half Marathon!!! I am working on being able to keep up with him. Someday when are kids are older we look forward to training together.

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Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
445.1820.104.001.5070.50541.28
Weight: 133.20
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
11.000.000.000.000.0011.00

Ran at a pace that is normally easy for me, felt really hard!!

I am not looking forward to my race on Sat. I really don't think I will be able to pull off a 1:40 with my lack of good training the last 3-4 weeks.

 

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Sat, Jan 02, 2010 at 17:56:41 from 71.219.95.151

It is just to post New Year slog, you will be fins and you will do great! Are you back home?

From Burt on Sat, Jan 02, 2010 at 19:24:12 from 98.177.216.165

She's back in shorts and a tank. Hooray for no snow!

From Britta on Sat, Jan 02, 2010 at 19:28:53 from 98.148.70.210

NO snow is fabulous!! I am a little nervous about july and August though. I think in CA and AZ those must be the TM months

From Burt on Sat, Jan 02, 2010 at 19:31:20 from 98.177.216.165

I don't know...I hear CA is perfect year round.

From Camille on Sun, Jan 03, 2010 at 13:08:17 from 71.223.70.181

good luck on Sat!

Yes, summer running in Arizona is awful. You just have to know when to go out and when to stay in.

From TBarlow on Mon, Jan 04, 2010 at 15:40:16 from 216.194.124.36

Good luck on your race!

From Britta on Mon, Jan 04, 2010 at 15:44:01 from 98.148.70.210

Thanks for the well wishes for my race! I am going into it with the attitude of having fun! I will pull the best time I can but am affraid it won't be a PR. I guess they all can't be PR's.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
2.000.001.000.000.003.00

I am guessing on the distance.

1 mile warm up 3 hill sprints 1 mile cool down

Decided it was time to be honest with myself... I got on the scale today. I was pretty nervous but it turned out I didn't do as much damage over the holidays as I thought.

My goal is to get to 125 and maintain atleast that weight for the year. Unless pregnancy sneaks up on me. ;) In that case I will just try not to get too LARGE!

Weight: 132.40
Comments
From Burt on Mon, Jan 04, 2010 at 16:02:26 from 206.19.214.144

...ummm...how much do you weigh now?

From Burt on Mon, Jan 04, 2010 at 16:02:43 from 206.19.214.144

totally kidding. you don't have to answer that.

From Burt on Mon, Jan 04, 2010 at 16:02:58 from 206.19.214.144

but don't be afraid to either.

From Britta on Mon, Jan 04, 2010 at 22:16:31 from 98.148.70.210

Burt,

You must have missed my weight in neon green at the bottom of my post! :)

From Burt on Tue, Jan 05, 2010 at 00:50:42 from 98.177.216.165

Oh, it really is there. Haha! I'm blind. I like a woman who's not afraid to tell people what their weight is. Well, not like like. You know what I mean. Okay now, don't go getting pregnant.

From RunnerAdam on Fri, Jan 08, 2010 at 03:47:34 from 216.40.140.197

Man, I'm jealous. I wish I weighed 125. Good for you on making it through the holidays - that could have been a real bummer starting off the new year.

From Britta on Fri, Jan 08, 2010 at 13:00:45 from 98.148.70.210

Adam, I am not 125 yet, I have 7 lbs. to go. If you weighed 125 you would be sick in bed!!!!! Are you running Irvine half tomorrow?

From TBarlow on Sat, Jan 09, 2010 at 18:26:18 from 216.194.124.36

Is your race this weekend?

From RunnerAdam on Sun, Jan 10, 2010 at 18:50:45 from 72.21.147.150

No LA half today. Wasnt half bad. haha

Race: Kaiser Permanente Irvine Half (13.1 Miles) 01:50:42, Place overall: 588, Place in age division: 19
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.0013.100.000.000.0013.10

Did not have high expectations for the race. The last few weeks I have been dealing with sickness and the holidays. (Eating way too many treats)

I knew I could atleast run under 2 hours I just didn't expect much beyond that.

I had a fun day and raced okay considering my expectations.

I ran with a friends husband. He wanted to run a little under 2 so I paced him for most of the race. He fell just a little behind me around mile 8 but I could still see him for most of the race.

There were a lot of turn arounds on this course. You would run up a street for a ways and then take a sharp turn and head the same way you had just come. The turn arounds made it difficult to keep the pace but I also llike the turn around for a re-grouping aspect. It was fun to be able to see friends and keep an eye on them that way as well.

Around mile 8 my right knee tighetned up and from that point I had a hard time going faster than 8:30's if I did it would really start to cause me some pain. Honestly don't know if my lungs could have handled over 8:30 at that point anyway so it was fine.

I really had such a fun day so I consider this race a success. And for that matter we should all consider any raca a success, just for the mere fact we are participating.

Things I learned... If I want to be faster I really need to do my own training. I had fun running with some new people in my area but I really need to step it up a notch if I want to improve.

 

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Mon, Jan 11, 2010 at 12:37:53 from 206.19.214.144

Way to go Britta! I like your positive attitude, too. Just a little better diet and some more mileage and you'll be leaving me in the dust again.

From TBarlow on Mon, Jan 11, 2010 at 15:18:46 from 216.194.124.36

Great race Britta and a great time!

From Kelli on Mon, Jan 11, 2010 at 19:05:07 from 71.219.89.82

I saw the word FUN in there a lot, and that is what you wanted so the race was a success! You have not done a race in a while, how did that feel?

From MichelleL on Tue, Jan 12, 2010 at 10:05:40 from 207.224.200.8

I'm glad you had a nice time. You really do have to do your own thing to train well, but you usually can find days where you can run with others. Your new friends can be great people to run with on recovery days. What's next? BQ?

From Britta on Tue, Jan 12, 2010 at 12:10:49 from 98.148.70.210

Michelle,

I don't know what is next. I feel like I am loosing some enthusiasim for running. Do you ever do that? I have a road bike and am considering doing some tri's. I need to figure out what it is I want the most and go for it, I just am not sure what that is!

From Cal on Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 13:55:06 from 66.133.117.3

Nice race Britta. You ran beyond your expectations and had a fun time, can't ask much for better than that.

I like Michelle's idea for the BQ. I know you have it in you, you should go for it. Maybe at SGM 2010?

From Britta on Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 16:18:14 from 98.148.70.210

Cal,

So fun to see your name on my blog today!!!! I was wondering what happened to ya? Everything okay?

I joined the gym this week for a trial period. I felt like I needed some variety. I don't know if I will stay, I am not much of a "gym girl".I don't know what to do for fitness right now.

SGM in 2010 sounds great and definatly for a BQ. I am still a little bummed I missed it in 2009. What is your next race?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Upper body weights with husband last night. He worked long hours yesterday. He got home around 9 and we went in the garage to "pump some iron!" It was really fun to workout and chat together. I let him lead the workout.

Blessing: Being a stay at home.. as monotonous as it may be some times I love to be with my kids. My husband and I spoke in church on Sunday on how to be an Eternal Family. It has been nice to ponder and think about those reminders this week.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Tue, Jan 12, 2010 at 12:27:17 from 206.19.214.144

I wish I would have been there to hear your talk. I would have given you a standing ovation.

From Britta on Tue, Jan 12, 2010 at 12:28:58 from 98.148.70.210

It was a dang good talk too..:)

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
1.000.000.000.000.001.00

Went to the gym. I have a trial membership this week. Not really sure if I want to stay.

20 min Elliptical

10 min row machine (this was really fun I want to get one for home)

lower body weights

Ran one mile

lower body toning

It was nice to do a little something different but I kind of did feel like a fish out of water. It took some bribing to get my 2 year old to stay at the day care. He thought when I said we were going to the gym he would be working out with me. He even brought his own towel. He works out with mom and dad at home so I am sure he figured that's what he would be doing when I said we were going to the gym. I don't know if the hassle of getting to the gym with a two yr old is worth it when I have gym equiptment at home, which I do use regularly. HMMM?

Blessing.... Knowing there is a God. Life would seem pretty meaningless and hard with out him.

Weight: 132.20
Comments
From TBarlow on Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 16:48:47 from 216.194.124.36

As I mentioned before - my kids are not a fan of gymming. I have to go super early or after my hubby gets home. I too feel out of the loop with all the various "stuff" to do. Do you have a friend to go with? I have a friend who teaches at the gym and she showed me a few things. I do like the classes - lots of variety! Good luck!

From AmberG on Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 22:32:53 from 209.33.225.111

I love reading your blessings! It such a positive way to think, , , thanks for the boost!

I hear you about the daycare at the gym. My kids have gone a few times, but I try to go early in the morning before they wake up because it is such a hassle to take them. SO cute that your 2 yr old brought a towel though, , , , , sounds like he'll be pumpin his own iron before you know it!!! :)

From Camille on Sat, Jan 16, 2010 at 13:58:19 from 162.135.0.12

I'm sorry it was a hassle, but do have to say I thought it was cute that your two year old that he was going to be working out with you and brought his own towel. I love that age. (and sometimes, I hate that age... depends on the hour of the day! lol)

From Britta on Sat, Jan 16, 2010 at 19:29:54 from 98.148.70.210

Tbarlow,

I don't know your first name, sorry! I decided to not join the gym after all. It is just to easy to get my workouts in at home. Too much of a hassle to take my little one. Thankfully I live in a climate that permits me to exercise outside all year long.

Amber,

I am loving reading about all your miles. I want to be you when I grow up!

Camille,

It's be a long time. How are you?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
1.000.000.000.000.001.00

1 warm up mile before a trainer humbled me.

I thought I was in good shape until a trainer at the gym beat me up. It was so FUN!

25 min. elliptical

Blessing: Southern CA Weather... Lovin it!!!

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
1.000.000.000.000.001.00

My treadmill is stuck an a steep incline so I just walked a mile, it was not easy.

Jillina Micheals circuit workout Day 1.

Blessing: Kickball baseball... My husband went riding with some new friends. I had one of their wifes over so the kids could play. We played kickball baseball... Moms and little ones VS. Big boys. ( 9, 8, 6 yrs) We had  blast. We were laughing our butts off. We were sweatin like crazy too. The big boys beat us 10-6!! So FUN!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, Jan 16, 2010 at 20:07:44 from 98.177.216.165

Sorry your butt fell off. Maybe the sweat had something to do with that.

From Britta on Sun, Jan 17, 2010 at 01:47:58 from 98.148.70.210

I would welcome my butt literally falling off! That would probably be the 7 lbs I want to loose. Maybe more!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

Weights: Jilian Micheals circuit training day 2

Walked 1 mile ran 5.

AP- 9:26

Blessing: No school or work today!!!!!! Going to enjoy having my family home today!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 15:35:41 from 206.19.214.144

Nice miles.

From TBarlow on Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 16:21:34 from 216.194.124.36

No school for us meant going to Krispy Kreme for breakfast (with a Dr Pepper for me)! Nice run!

From Britta on Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 18:03:49 from 98.148.70.210

Burt,

Thanks! How were the push-ups this morning?

From Burt on Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 18:11:29 from 206.19.214.144

Oh, hi Britta. I was just thinking about you. No particular reason. Maybe you'll find out tomorrow. The push-ups were good. I doubled them up today.

From Britta on Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 20:21:24 from 98.148.70.210

your not going to put some crazy picture of me on your blog...are you?

From Burt on Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 21:27:56 from 98.177.216.165

Would I do that? I can honestly answer no. I am not going to put a picture of you on my blog.

From Burt on Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 16:34:38 from 206.19.214.144

See, I didn't put "a" picture of you. I put two pictures.

From Britta on Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 16:35:43 from 98.148.70.210

You stinker!!!

From Kelli on Wed, Jan 20, 2010 at 17:48:10 from 71.219.89.82

Hope you had a great day with your family!!!

Are you going to be in town on July 10th???

From Britta on Wed, Jan 20, 2010 at 19:24:42 from 98.148.70.210

I don't think so.. unless there is a good reason to be there!!:) What's up!

From Kelli on Wed, Jan 20, 2010 at 19:43:27 from 71.219.89.82

The 2nd Annual Red Hot Pink Chicks Half marathon----way better than the Provo 1/2 marathon!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.000.000.000.000.003.00

Ran 3 on Treadmill at 6 % incline. It is STUCK there!

Jillian Micheals circuit workout day 4.

Hubby and I worked out together again. We laughed a lot at how cute our kids are and the things they say.We got caught up in what is going on in life. Really had a lot of fun.

Blessing: Books.. I am reading a new book right now. "Dear John" a bit cheesy but still fun to read. Tatum Channing is on the cover so really I just like to hold him while I read. :)

Any suggestions for goods reads that I can learn something from?

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
9.000.000.000.000.009.00

Not all my miles were easy but I don't like to break them up. LAZY!

Ran 6 at 6 AM with one group of ladies. It was a super hilly run. We ran a hill called "Masters". It is well known around here for being super tuff!

Dropped my kids off at school and ran with another friend for 3 miles. She is just getting back into running. Give her a couple of weeks and I won't be able to keep up with her. Her husband watched my 2 year old .

Blessing: Rain... We are getting a lot of it here. Today I am home in comfy socks and comfy sweats, I think my two year old and I are going to crawl back in bed and watch a movie. LOVIN IT!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From AmberG on Thu, Jan 21, 2010 at 21:23:03 from 209.33.225.225

k i just saw your pics on Burts blog!!! SO GREAT!!! I love it! :) He's hilarious, and those pictures look gorgeous by the way, it's really not fair that you can look that great running!

Sorry this is all out of context for the day, but . . . we are reading "Dear John" for our book club this month. It's cheesy? I figured it would be, I haven't started it yet, we are going to see the movie for our meeting. sometimes it's nice to read a book just for pleasure, no learning :) ha! We are reading "3 Cups of Tea" next month, and last month read "The Life of Pi" which I highly recommend, it's a little tough to get into, but the end will blow you away.

Sorry just rambling! Hope you enjoyed snugging your 2 yr old, we are getting torrential rain too and I'm abt to go crazy all cooped up! I should be more positive like you :)

From Britta on Thu, Jan 21, 2010 at 22:42:52 from 98.148.70.210

Amber----Dear John is good because it is such an easy read and with "little interuptions" all the time it makes it easy to put it down and come back to. Thanks for the suggestions on the other books I will give them a try.

The rain is making me want to eat treats though.... not good! I gotta be stronger!!!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

My alarm didn't go off this morning!! ARGH! I woke up at 7 AM naturally, it felt so wonderful!! YEAH!

I don't think I am going to be able to fit in a workout today.

We have a couple of families coming over tonight for a pizza party. New friends from church. I am a little nervous to introduce them to the way we eat.

Menu..

Pizza made on whole wheat pitas with turkey pepperoni low fat cheese and loads of veggies...or BBQ Chx pizza on pitas.

Veges and Hummus

Lots of Berries.

I am going to make cookies to make up for the fact that our pizza is probably much different then they are expecting.

Wish me luck!!!

Blessing: Costco Boxes....They saved my son from getting drenched today. We went to Costco and when we came out it was pouring. He had fought me getting his jacket on and he won.. so he had no jacket. I emptied our groceries from the box and put it over his head. He LOVED it . We were laughing and running our way to the car.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Fri, Jan 22, 2010 at 18:11:20 from 206.19.214.144

Hahaha about the pizza and cookies. You're funny.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
8.500.000.000.000.008.50

Super hills!!!! Had so much fun!!! There were 6 of us this morning and we had a blast.

Ran several miles under 8:45 but I am too lazy to go get my watch for the details.

Blessing: Berry Sweet.. Is a yogurt place here in Cali. I love it and I am going there tonight. My favorite is Blackberry yogurt sugar free and fat free with Stawberries and a few cheescake pieces on top. YUM!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, Jan 23, 2010 at 19:52:47 from 98.177.216.165

I thought you were going to start running on your own. Enjoy your yogurt!

From TBarlow on Sat, Jan 23, 2010 at 21:41:29 from 216.194.124.36

It is always fun to run in a group - makes the time go by faster!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.500.000.000.000.005.50

Didn't have my watch so I don't know any details. Pace felt a little faster than our normal.

Blessing: Last week of being on track... my kids are off track all of February! I can't wait!!!

PM workout: Jillina Micheals "Making the cut" day 5.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Tue, Jan 26, 2010 at 00:54:02 from 174.52.45.85

Very cool!!!

Enjoy your kids! :)

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.500.000.001.500.006.00

3 x 800 done at a 6:45 pace. 400 recovery in between each. Warm up 1 mile cool down the rest of my mileage.

Wanted to run on the track but it is always locked. Did it around my circle. Which is a little difficult with the hills and the cars. Want that time to get down to around 6:30 for now and faster later.

Blessing: Pottery Barn Outlet... There is one 15 min. from my house!!! I am going to check it out today. I am ready to spend some moola so they better have some good stuff!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Tue, Jan 26, 2010 at 15:14:25 from 206.19.214.144

Pottery? See if they have any hot coco mugs.

From TBarlow on Tue, Jan 26, 2010 at 15:38:05 from 216.194.124.36

Nice workout Britta. 800's are always so hard for me - way to kick some trash!

I love PB! When I first got married I worked at Williams Sonoma as a 2nd job just to get the discount (40% off) from PB to furnish my house. LOVE it!

From Burt on Tue, Jan 26, 2010 at 15:50:05 from 206.19.214.144

You're married Toby? Just kidding! Remember that time I asked if you were really Mormon? I kill me!

From AmberG on Tue, Jan 26, 2010 at 22:07:27 from 209.33.225.225

Nice 800's! . . . . I'm feeling a bit jealous of your close proximity to PB outlet. . . do tell of your great purchases!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.000.000.000.000.003.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.250.000.000.000.004.25

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
1.002.000.000.000.003.00

AP 8:21

Splits 8:53, 8:34 (uphill), 7:40 (downhill)

 

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Tue, Feb 02, 2010 at 16:41:52 from 206.19.214.144

Love the downhill!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.000.000.000.000.004.00

AP: 8:36

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.400.000.000.000.006.40

Warm up + Cool down

8 x 400

1.37, 1.45, 1.39, 1.42, 1.40, 1.40, 1.40, 1.38

Blessing: Getting out of bed... I have managed to drag myself out of bed early, a lot latley!! GO ME!!

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

Lots of hills today

AP--8:49

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Cal on Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 18:40:09 from 66.133.117.3

harder or easier than Herriman Hills?

good job

From Kelli on Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 21:31:21 from 71.219.89.82

Did it feel like HOME, as in Herriman home???

How are ya?

From Britta on Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 22:03:12 from 98.148.70.210

Cal,

They feel harder but maybe I am just wimpy now.

How are things?

Kelli,

It feels like herriman with palm trees! I love it! I am doing pretty good. How are you? It looks like you are doing really great dropping weight. I am jealous, I can't get in the groove. I am still fighting though. What is your secret this time around?

From Kelli on Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 22:05:56 from 71.219.89.82

I could use some Palm trees on my runs!!!

I have no secret, really. The sad thing is that I am not doing anything any differently than I did in that past. Not sure what is going on. AND you are already smaller than me, so you do not need to worry!!!

From TBarlow on Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 22:25:18 from 216.194.124.36

Hills are AWESOME!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Pre-blogging Jillian Micheals Circuit workout.

Blessing :

Matt 16:26

"For what is a man profited if he sahll gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?"

This scripture helps me to keep my life in check with what really matters.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 15:29:24 from 206.19.214.144

Very appropriate for those of us that dedicate too much time to running.

From AmberG on Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 15:34:07 from 64.255.88.27

Yes, , , Britta you are so good at finding balance!

Thanks for the Scripture!

I needed that :)

From AmberG on Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 15:34:46 from 64.255.88.27

. . . . I guess I'll stop blogging now and go do laundry and read my scriptures. . ha ha :)

From Camille on Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 15:59:22 from 71.223.71.93

I like the scripture you posted today. :o) I think Mosiah 4:27 is a good one.

"And see that all these things are done in wisdom and order; for it is not requisite that a man should run faster than he has strength. And again, it is expedient that he should be diligent, that thereby he might win the prize; therefore, all things must be done in order."

From Britta on Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 16:33:17 from 98.148.70.210

Burt,

I was thinking I need to stop thinking about how I can lose 5 lbs. It is taking over my thoughts :)

Amber,

You are too funny.. I just folded 5 loads of laundry that have been sitting in my laundry room for the last 4 days. Just in time to do 5 more loads :) I have yet to get the laundry put away.

Camille,

That is such a great scripture too. I think it is great in helping us remember it is good for us to take care of our bodies like all of us here are striving to do but do it in the right spirit and order.

Have a great day Friends!!!

From ryandla on Sat, Feb 13, 2010 at 14:21:18 from 75.162.184.93

hey keep up the good work - i think i am back to blogging so I'll be checking in on you every once in a while. how is everything anyway?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

AP: slow 9:37

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
8.000.000.000.000.008.00

Plenty of hills again today. Ran with Ana, she is lots of fun. Going shopping with her later today!!!

AP: 8:45

Blessing: Nap time... my two year old is doin it right now!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From AmberG on Sat, Feb 13, 2010 at 22:33:58 from 64.255.88.27

Nap time IS a blessing for sure, , , especially when Mom gets a nap as well!!! :)

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.002.000.000.000.007.00

Ran with Monica, Jackie, and Lisa. Are you ready for this.... I ran in shorts and a t-shirt today. I'm lovin Cali.

Stomach fetl off today and weight was so horrible I am not even going to post it. I don't know what is going on. I have been doing weights 4x a week and things are getting tighter so hopefully the weight gain is just muscle.

8:31, 8:39, 9:25 (uphill), 9:05, 8:45, 8:09, 8:05 (downhill)

AP:8:40

Blessing: The Olympics... they are so inspiring to watch. Maybe I will be watching some of you in the summer olympics!!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From TBarlow on Mon, Feb 15, 2010 at 21:21:21 from 216.194.124.36

Girl to girl - are you prego? Hopefully it's just muscle!

From Britta on Mon, Feb 15, 2010 at 23:20:08 from 98.148.70.210

Nope... I ate really good today hopefully tomorow the scale is a little more kind.

From Burt on Wed, Feb 17, 2010 at 15:31:34 from 206.19.214.144

Girl to boy - it's just muscle!

From Britta on Wed, Feb 17, 2010 at 16:43:38 from 98.148.70.210

Burt,

lol!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.500.000.000.000.005.50

Ran the dreaded "lincoln" hill today. It hammers my legs!!! It is about a mile and a half up.

I always feel accomplished when it is over though.

AP: 9:27

Ran with Lisa, Jaylene and Amy

Weight is back to normal... Phew!!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Wed, Feb 17, 2010 at 19:21:50 from 66.133.117.3

That's a long hill. Nice!

From TBarlow on Thu, Feb 18, 2010 at 16:46:53 from 216.194.124.36

Nicely done!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
2.503.001.000.000.006.50

Wasn't sure I was going to get a run in so I was really happy to end up with 6.5.

Ran 4 on the Treadmill and 2.5 outside around my circle.

Splits 9:15, 8:56, 8:20, 7:49, 8:15(outside),7:58(outside) last half 8:35 Pace

Blessing: Good deals... I love shopping for my kids it is so fun to buy them cute clothes. I love it even more when the price is right. I just bought my daughter the cutest sandals and sun dress at Marshalls. My new favorite store. Thanks to our weather she was wearing it yesterday.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

Ran with Lisa and Jaylene today. I am a bit faster than both of them so they usually send me ahead and give me extra distances to run and then I am suppose to lap them. They think they are my coach. :) Lisa dreamt last night that I didn't want to run with them but I wasn't sure how to break the news so I gave them each $50.

Ran "Masters". It is a steep hill that is about half as long as "Lincoln"(3/4 vs. 1.5) but even more steep.

Feels good to get to the top where I usually take a break to keep from barfing and wait for the others.

Don't know AP.

Blessing: My Young Woman's calling.. It keeps me organized. I am the secretary and I have to say I have never been more used in a Secretary position. I love it.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Fri, Feb 19, 2010 at 22:34:33 from 98.177.216.165

Can I have $50?

I'm about to get real busy in my calling. I'm 1st assistant in the HP, and our HPGL is sick :(

From Britta on Sat, Feb 20, 2010 at 12:12:39 from 98.148.70.210

I give out $50 when I am ready to get rid of someone.. I am not ready to get rid of you yet.. I will let you know!! :)

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

AP:8:36

Ran 5 PM

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Teena Marie on Sun, Feb 21, 2010 at 10:50:26 from 174.52.45.85

Nice job!! Hope you are enjoying your calling! :)

From Kelli on Sun, Feb 21, 2010 at 12:17:48 from 71.219.89.82

How do you like running at night??? If I can keep the indigestion away, I LOVE IT!!! i am so much faster at night!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
2.000.001.000.000.003.00

quick run today.

Splits 8:39, 8:00, 7:25

Jillina Micheals circuit training.

Blessing: Chocolate.. Man I love it!!! Does it sound like I have an addiction?

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Tue, Feb 23, 2010 at 13:33:56 from 66.133.117.3

nice running Britta.

what's your favorite form of chocolate?

From Britta on Wed, Feb 24, 2010 at 02:14:42 from 99.93.194.70

Cal,

Do I have to pick a favorite... how about a top 3? :) How's the not eating late? Have you started. I have failed misserably this week so far and I am heading to Disneyland tommorow and out of town for the rest of the week. Heaven help me! I am affraid of the scale right now!!

From Calvin on Wed, Feb 24, 2010 at 12:24:27 from 66.133.117.3

My habits are much improved since last week. (not perfect yet, but its making a difference already which makes it easier to stay motivated)

Disneyland sounds like fun!

From Burt on Wed, Feb 24, 2010 at 13:05:54 from 206.19.214.144

Sounds more like your teasing the no-sugar-bloggers.

From Britta on Thu, Feb 25, 2010 at 20:35:24 from 67.159.142.6

Burt,

Is it working?

From Burt on Sat, Feb 27, 2010 at 19:40:21 from 98.177.216.165

Well, I did have sugar because of the Ragnar relay, but no chocolate yet.

From RunnerAdam on Sun, Feb 28, 2010 at 17:59:38 from 75.194.139.184

Britta, looks like you're getting pretty fast. Any plans this year to enter a marathon and qualify for the Boston Marathon next year?

From Britta on Sun, Feb 28, 2010 at 23:56:39 from 99.93.194.70

Adam,

BQ is for sure in the plans I just don't know about this year. I may be taking it easy in the marathon department this year.

From Kelli on Tue, Mar 02, 2010 at 23:35:13 from 71.219.89.82

QUICK and FAST!!!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.000.000.000.000.004.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

SICK!! Trying to rest.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 05, 2010 at 17:58:07 from 71.219.89.82

Illness abounds lately! GET BETTER!!!!

From Burt on Sat, Mar 06, 2010 at 10:55:47 from 24.156.110.190

Me sick too :(

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
8.000.000.000.000.008.00

Very slow. Ran 7 walked 1. Need to get in to get my asthma checked. I am feeling better but feel like it will take a couple of weeks to get back to my norm. This cold hammerd my lungs.

 

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

4 outside with Lisa and Jackie. 1 on treadmill at home.

AP 9:15

Blessing: Teachers... My childrenn have great teachers at Church and School. It takes a village to raise a child, right?

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Mon, Mar 08, 2010 at 16:23:47 from 66.133.117.3

I hope you're feeling better this week.

From AmberG on Tue, Mar 09, 2010 at 00:47:01 from 64.255.88.27

Great teachers are a blessing indeed!

I often think of you Britta (even though we've never met) when my life gets out of balance (usually too much focus on running or myself) and I remember your title "Blessings and Balance" and I really think that says it all!!!! My life is so much smoother when everything is balanced, and I'm so much happier when I focus on my blessings and all that I have, , , , anyway . . . thanks!!!!

From Britta on Tue, Mar 09, 2010 at 12:11:25 from 99.93.194.70

Cal,

I am feeling better. Thanks! How is the weight loss going? Are you feeling more ready for Ogden?

Amber,

You are so sweet. I think of you too... when I set running goals I think of all you have accomplished and know I can reach my goals with HARD work. We are going to have to change the fact that we have never met. :)

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.001.000.000.006.00

3 outside with Jackie and Monica. 4 hilll sprints mixed in there. 3 TM miles at home. Hoping to run later tonight while my husband does weights.

Blessing: My daughter all week as walked into Kindergarten with out crying or holding on to me. Yeah!! The school year is 3/4 done.. that is how long it has taken her. We did move in the middle of it though. So I guess it is okay. Just glad to hopefully be through the dramatic drop offs.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Tue, Mar 09, 2010 at 13:00:18 from 206.19.214.144

Yay! My daughter has stopped crying when she gets on the bus. Well, that was last week. We'll see how she does this week.

From Kelli on Tue, Mar 09, 2010 at 15:04:13 from 71.219.89.82

Glad you are feeling better and out running again. 3 workouts in one day, WOW!!!

Emma starts school next year and i am a wee bit worried that she will not go!!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.500.000.000.000.005.50

Ran with Lisa and Jaylene. Don't know the pace but do know it was not fast.

Blessing: New Improved Athletic Supporters.... Okay so I know this is a little weird but I went to get my son one today at the sporting good store and the ones I remember my brothers wearing were very "strappy" and did not look so comfortable. I was thinking of how I would talk my 8 yr. old into one of these. Much to my delight and surprise they make regular brief boxers that you just fit a cup inside!!!! I am sure  you all knew this but it was news to me.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Wed, Mar 10, 2010 at 16:37:18 from 206.19.214.144

Tell him it goes over his head.

From Toby on Wed, Mar 10, 2010 at 21:49:54 from 216.194.124.36

It is always fun to run with friends!

From Britta on Wed, Mar 10, 2010 at 22:51:54 from 99.61.112.252

Burt,

After he got dressed for baseball he was all nervous someone would "notice".:)

From Burt on Wed, Mar 10, 2010 at 23:30:07 from 98.177.220.145

How cute.

From Kelli on Thu, Mar 11, 2010 at 14:17:02 from 71.219.89.82

News to me, too! ;o)

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Jillian Micheals 1 hour trouble Zone Video, with Jackie.

Felt good to sweat. I need to add more wieght training to my schedule.

Blessing: My husband... I know I have listed him before but I just can't help to do it again. He really gets how my brain works... sometimes!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Fri, Mar 12, 2010 at 12:31:22 from 206.19.214.144

I have a crush on Jillian Michaels.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
8.500.000.000.000.008.50

Leavin for VACA in a few hours. Going to meet my mom and sisters at a spa in Vegas. Not a gambler or a drinker. Definatly a shopper and a spa girl. Looking forward to the 4 hour drive of piece and quiet.

Blessing: Our taxes are filed... YEAH!!. It is Sickening how much the government takes from our paycheck... and we still owe $. As Burt would say.. ROARRRRRR!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Toby on Sat, Mar 13, 2010 at 21:00:59 from 216.194.124.36

Jealous! Have a great weekend!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.250.000.000.000.004.25

Had a headache and sideache. It was loads of FUN!

I am sleeping in tomorrow...

Blessing: Safety... I traveled to and from LV this weekend alone and didn't fall asleep driving. :)

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Mon, Mar 15, 2010 at 12:12:00 from 206.19.214.144

Hooray. My wife should be coming back from Mexico today. She's in Juarez. I pray for saftey, too. Especially since I saw on the news last night that Juarez is now the murder capital of the world and they target foreigners :(

From Toby on Mon, Mar 15, 2010 at 15:05:58 from 216.194.124.36

Hooray for a great weekend!

From Kelli on Mon, Mar 15, 2010 at 19:50:18 from 71.219.89.82

LOADS OF FUN!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Jillian Micheals Circuit Video. 1 hour!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Tue, Mar 16, 2010 at 13:56:56 from 206.19.214.144

How's my girlfriend?

From Britta on Tue, Mar 16, 2010 at 18:08:37 from 99.93.195.243

Jillian? She is still crazy!!!:)

From Burt on Tue, Mar 16, 2010 at 18:13:51 from 206.19.214.144

Crazy in love with me.

From Britta on Tue, Mar 16, 2010 at 19:07:45 from 99.93.195.243

She'd have to be crazy! :)

From Burt on Tue, Mar 16, 2010 at 19:20:34 from 206.19.214.144

Ouch. You cut me deep.

From Britta on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 12:20:52 from 99.93.195.243

I only say those things cause I know you can take it! Heaven knows you dish out enough!!!

From Burt on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 12:40:53 from 206.19.214.144

I can and I do. This is my official apology to everyone on FRB that I have ever offended. I'm sorry. Now get over it because there's a lot more to come! lol!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
7.000.000.000.000.007.00

Really sluggish. I don't feel normal.

I normally run 7 in 1:01 or 1:02 today it was 1:06. Uugh!!!

Blessing: ROLOS... yummy! I had just one from my daughters pot of gold at school today.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 12:44:09 from 206.19.214.144

hmm...did you eat the rolo before or after the run?

From AmberG on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 14:11:10 from 64.255.88.27

hmm. . . . pregnant? :) jk, I think a few more rolos will bring back any normalcy!

From Burt on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 14:34:08 from 206.19.214.144

Oh Amber. Not everyone's as fertile as you.

From Britta on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 16:48:25 from 99.93.195.243

Amber,

I think you and I are in the same stage of life. Everything makes me think I must be pregnant! I think I need to sleep more.

From Toby on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 22:26:19 from 216.194.124.36

Bags of Rolos keep disappearing at my house. I'm not sure how many we have gone through - not good!

From Britta on Thu, Mar 18, 2010 at 12:08:21 from 99.93.195.243

Must be the Leprechans!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Jillian Micheals 1 hour video.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Thu, Mar 18, 2010 at 22:01:42 from 71.219.89.82

Does she yell and swear at you?

From Britta on Thu, Mar 18, 2010 at 22:47:08 from 99.93.195.243

She is actually pretty calm on her vidoe's. I would like to really have her work me out sometime. Just to see if I could take it! YOu could!

From Kelli on Fri, Mar 19, 2010 at 12:49:19 from 71.219.89.82

We could both kick her butt in running, she HATES to run.

I think they should have a BIGGEST LOSER for people who just want to lose 5 pounds. We could go for a week and see if we could take it!!! I know they have some kind of a ranch in St George, but I doubt Bob and Jillian are there. I would pay money for it/them, though!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.004.004.00

4 mile walk with Jackie. Pushing strollers. It was nice to get outside in the warm sunshine.

I went back to bed when my alarm went off this morning. BAD RUNNER!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Fri, Mar 19, 2010 at 21:54:08 from 71.219.89.82

I want some of that sunshine!!! You know March in Utah, the weather can not make up its mind already!!! It even snowed some today. BLAH, I want to move to California.

From kellies on Sat, Mar 20, 2010 at 12:32:25 from 63.248.32.71

I agree with Kelli, share some of that sunshine!! I keep saying Mother Nature needs to get on some medication and kill the mood swings, I am ready for some nice solid weather in Utah!!! And, you are not a bad runner, you got out today, that's what matters most!! Nice job Girl! Hey Kel, want to move to CA with Britta?? Britta, do you have a spare bedroom?? You cool with that?!?! Jk!! Glad you are enjoying it!!

From Britta on Sat, Mar 20, 2010 at 14:21:55 from 99.93.195.243

I am totally cool with that!! I do have a guest room. Just big enough for to Kellie's! One of you could pay me in house work and one of you could pay me in cooking!

From Kelli on Sat, Mar 20, 2010 at 17:39:02 from 71.219.89.82

Hmmmm....I am not good at either of those things!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
8.000.000.000.000.008.00

8 mile trail run. The 4 miles up was a lot of walking. It was fun to do something different though.

Blessing: Good Girl Friends... Love em!!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Toby on Sat, Mar 20, 2010 at 22:15:24 from 216.194.124.36

Great workout - trail runs are so fun!

From Burt on Wed, Mar 24, 2010 at 18:52:50 from 206.19.214.144

They're called girfs for short.

From Kelli on Thu, Mar 25, 2010 at 14:15:37 from 71.219.89.155

Fun stuff, now I know you ran TODAY, you said you were headed out....

How is Alisa?? I have thought about her often.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.000.000.000.000.004.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

1 hour Jillian Micheals video with Jackie.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
8.000.000.000.000.008.00

With Jakcie at 9 AM. Her husband didn't work today and watched the kids. So nice!!!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 14:57:50 from 206.19.214.144

Jackie O'Nasis?

From Calvin on Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 16:52:04 from 66.133.117.3

8 miles is awesome Britta.

From Britta on Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 18:34:25 from 99.93.195.243

Burt,

who?

Cal,

Thanks! How's everything with you? I am sure my measely 8 is nothing compared to what you are running these days!

From Calvin on Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 18:47:22 from 66.133.117.3

8 miles is a big deal in my book.

is your weather awesome there this time of year? here it was snowing outside when i checked earlier.

From Burt on Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 18:59:31 from 206.19.214.144

Jackie Onassis, rather. Former first lady. Married to Kennedy.

From Britta on Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 19:19:54 from 99.93.195.243

Burt, I feel really silly! Are you laughing at me right now?

Cal, What? Snow!! Yes the weather is perfect here right now. It got down to 60 yesterday and we were all freezing here. You should have seen all the moms in their winter coats taking kids to school. It has been high 70's low 80's.

From Burt on Fri, Mar 26, 2010 at 20:03:17 from 206.19.214.144

I'm laughing with you.

I'm the one being silly. You know me...

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.500.000.000.000.005.50

Ran to the church and played in a 4 hour Volleyball tournament. We took 2nd!

It was really fun.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

5 TM miles. Lots of little interuptions by my cute little people.

Blessing: Friend who knows how to sew. I am taking on a big sewing project with encourgement and help from a great friend who sews incredible. Can't wait to get started.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
8.000.000.000.000.008.00

With Jackie, her husband watched the kids again. It is so nice to go at 9 AM.

Blessing: Spring and Summer Veggies.... I love to cook dinner with so many fresh veggies. They are more available here in California so I am really enjoying that.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From kellies on Wed, Mar 31, 2010 at 14:35:49 from 67.199.181.245

Yes, I guess you would have fresh veggies there in CALIFORNIA lucky girl!! I ran in snow this morning. Luckily it's not sticking :). Nice mileage!! Keep up the good work (with running and cooking :)

From Britta on Wed, Mar 31, 2010 at 20:17:54 from 99.93.195.243

kellies,

Snow? I must sound so rude bragging about my veggies and beautiful weather! :)

From Kelli on Sat, Apr 03, 2010 at 16:50:37 from 71.219.92.128

veggies....yum!

From Lily on Wed, Apr 07, 2010 at 15:28:31 from 67.199.181.73

Nice!

From Calvin on Wed, Apr 07, 2010 at 16:13:02 from 66.133.117.3

So Britta, are you out of town? not running? or just too busy to blog?

From Britta on Sun, Apr 11, 2010 at 14:06:05 from 99.146.24.198

Cal,

Yes, Yes, and yes!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

5 TM miles. Followed by a circuit workout.

 

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 09:33:40 from 71.219.92.128

Hell my California friend! How are you?

From Britta on Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 15:03:51 from 99.146.24.198

I am doing great. Wishing I was going to Boston with all of you! Have a great time. How are the lists coming?

From Kelli on Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 20:04:06 from 71.219.92.128

The lists are done, I just need to actually do the things on the list!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
7.500.000.000.000.007.50

With Ana.

Blessing: Food to Go... some days cooking just doesn't happen at this house. Like today!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, Apr 17, 2010 at 11:49:14 from 98.177.220.145

Nice 7.5 Britta. Sorry I haven't come around much lately.

From AmberG on Tue, Apr 20, 2010 at 20:19:17 from 64.255.88.138

Oh I hear you on the food-to-go. . . .we stopped at Cafe Rio on our way home, it's so nice not to have to make dinner and then do all the dishes! nice run!!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.500.000.000.000.003.50

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

So here it is.... I am EXPECTING my 4th child. I am 11 weeks  and due in November. I have been suffering through the last 5 weeks trying to run but I am not doing so well. I am nauseous 90% of my life right now. I can not drag myself out of bed to run in the mornings and when I run at night I have heartburn like crazy. When I do run my pace is dog slow and feels almost pointless to even keep trying.

It is killing me seeing everyone else train and get ready for spring and summer races. I am Jealous. I know it is stupid to be Jealous but November is feeling like and eternity away.

So all you mom's out there... HELP!

What do I do?

I am super excited to have this baby and finish our family but it is hard to adjust to a new life.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 11:05:38 from 66.133.117.3

congratulations Britta!

From Britta on Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 12:06:15 from 99.186.204.43

Thanks Cal. How is it goin?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.250.000.000.000.003.25

On TM. Then lower body weights.

I read a few articles on Runners world.com that helped me to not feel so wimpy. I think the thing that got me thinking the most is that "when you get pregnant your running changes over-night!" I for sure feel that way and it helps to know others do to.

Blessing: The Internet.... I find so much helpful info there.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Thu, Apr 22, 2010 at 18:15:05 from 206.19.214.144

Say what???? Preggorama??? How did this happen? When did this happen? Don't answer that. Okay, I missed your last entry. Well, congratulations. Are you so excited? With all the puking, I guess you are.

So many pregnant bloggers...

From KP on Thu, Apr 22, 2010 at 18:30:05 from 198.200.158.140

We do have a lot of pregnant bloggers! Makes me feel left out. I love pregnant women... I think they are so cute. Makes me want to join in. Too bad I a) don't have a man b) am not married c) am too young d) don't want kids for a while e) i think that is enough reasons for me to not get pregnant right now.

From Britta on Thu, Apr 22, 2010 at 18:46:55 from 99.146.24.198

Really? Who are the other prego runnners? I want names!

KP-- you are too funny!

Burt-- as always it is a pleasure!

From Burt on Thu, Apr 22, 2010 at 19:25:07 from 206.19.214.144

I know I'm going to forget some and/or add some that really aren't: Merri, Leandra, RAD, Josse, anji, Camille had hers in Dec., Sue had hers a month ago, anyone else KP?

From Kelli on Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 18:02:01 from 71.219.75.178

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I am so happy for you!

From Britta on Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 11:47:17 from 99.146.24.198

Thanks Kelli!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

6 With Monica. Upper body weights. Felt really good this  morning.

Now that I have changed my relationship and attitude with running I am not so frustrated I can not run like I could before I was pregnant.

Blessing: Landscapers'... they are working on my back yard right now!! I can't wait to have a fun place for my kids to play!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 15:41:23 from 98.177.220.145

I am working on my backyard right now, too. Well, not RIGHT now. I'm taking a little break.

From Britta on Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 23:38:29 from 99.146.24.198

Whatcha doin to it?

From Burt on Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 23:40:59 from 98.177.220.145

Just digging the grass out of the rocks that had overgrown. I've got blisters and everything.

From Britta on Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 23:56:18 from 99.146.24.198

Go to home Depot and pick up some "helpers" that is where all of ours hang out.

From Burt on Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 00:00:06 from 98.177.220.145

I know. I just have a problem hiring someone to do work that I can do on my own. It would simplify things, though :)

From Britta on Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 00:02:12 from 99.146.24.198

I am just to needed to send my husband outside after he has spent the whole day at work and left me alone with the children! I need him inside helping me!!

Take care of those blisters.

From Britta on Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 00:02:35 from 99.146.24.198

I meant needy not needed.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
2.500.000.000.000.002.50

Circuit workout then 2.5 mile walk with Ana.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.500.000.000.000.004.50

Circuit workout then 4.5 mile walk.

With Ana, she is a running friend who is 2 weeks ahead of me in her pregnancy. It is nice to have someone to workout with and whine too.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 16:12:53 from 206.19.214.144

She's two weeks ahead of you? You can pass her, Britta! It's all about who gets to the finish line first.

From Britta on Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 19:35:41 from 99.186.204.43

My last child came 17 days early so I have a good chance!

From AmberG on Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 18:38:49 from 64.255.88.138

You're pregnant????? Uh, that shows what a bad blogging friend I am! Congratulations, however late I may be! How far along? Great job still getting out there!

From AmberG on Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 18:39:56 from 64.255.88.138

Oh, I just noticed your title "running for TWO" . . . cute! Sorry I'm slow!

From ryandla on Sat, May 01, 2010 at 02:51:27 from 75.162.179.19

hey cool - i didn't know you were pregnant either. when is the due date? congrats!

From Britta on Sat, May 01, 2010 at 12:26:42 from 99.186.204.43

Amber and Ryan,

I am 12 weeks due Nov. 11th.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.000.000.000.000.003.00

TM miles and a circuit workout.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

3.5 running and 1.5 walking. I am really tired today.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sun, May 02, 2010 at 03:13:04 from 98.177.220.145

Probably has something to do with your pregnancy.

Dr. Burt in da house!

From Britta on Sun, May 02, 2010 at 13:01:29 from 99.186.204.43

Brilliant!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.000.000.000.000.003.00

Ran while I watched BL. I really wanted to do 5 but I am trying to listen to my body. When I started seeing spots I stopped. I was only running at a 10 min mile. This is Depressing!!!

 

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From marion on Wed, May 05, 2010 at 12:20:37 from 71.213.114.98

CONGRATULATIONS!! :) So when are you due?? You are smart to run and SMARTER to listen to your bod and take it easy :)

From Burt on Wed, May 05, 2010 at 12:55:44 from 206.19.214.144

What? You're spotting? See a doctor.

From Britta on Wed, May 05, 2010 at 18:18:00 from 99.186.204.43

Marion,

I am due the first part of Nov. How are you?

Burt,

Not a funny joke to a pregnant mom. How's the moving comin?

From Burt on Wed, May 05, 2010 at 18:34:07 from 206.19.214.144

I know. I immediately regretted posting it after I did.

From Britta on Wed, May 05, 2010 at 23:58:33 from 99.186.204.43

I was partly kidding I don't get offended that easily.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
2.500.000.000.000.002.50

Really hard. I am starting to wonder if I should even try to keep running.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Wed, May 05, 2010 at 18:25:52 from 66.133.117.3

Hang in there Britta.

From Britta on Thu, May 06, 2010 at 00:02:07 from 99.186.204.43

Cal,

I am going to take a day off and try to run again on Fri. I am also going to go outside and not use a watch. I really think that mentally it is killing me that I can't run very fast right now. I had to run a little bit at a 5.5 today, that is practically walking!! I was reading that pregnant runners find it more difficult to run in their first trimester as opposed to even their third. So I need to just make it through a few more painful weeks hopefully!!

From Maurine/Miles on Mon, May 10, 2010 at 10:13:23 from 63.255.172.2

I guess I haven't been following your blog lately. Sorry you are struggling, but congrats on the baby. When are you expecting?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.000.000.000.000.004.00

Ran outside with Ana. I felt better to be outside. Still hard but better. We ran to a 5k that our friends were racing and took pictures and cheered them on. It made me hungry to race. I kept telling myself  "next summer".

My mileage for the week is so LOW!

AP: 9:45

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.500.000.000.000.005.50

"Wonder of wonders, miracle of miracles!!!"

I was so ready to give up last week on running. I felt horrible all week and I started feeling like it was not worth the effort.

I felt super good on Saturday and Sunday so I thought I would give my old running group a shot this morning. I felt so good!!! The best I have felt in weeks. We ran 5.5 and I kept up pretty well. I ran with Lisa most of the time. She hung back with me up the hills.

I'M BACK!

AP--9:26

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Mon, May 10, 2010 at 10:51:38 from 66.133.117.3

I'm happy to hear that your run went well!

From Britta on Mon, May 10, 2010 at 10:56:16 from 99.88.147.244

Thanks Cal, I figure I might have 3 months of good running before it gets bad again. LOL!

From KP on Mon, May 10, 2010 at 11:02:39 from 65.208.22.26

YAY! I'm glad you're feeling better. That is a nice pace!

From Britta on Mon, May 10, 2010 at 12:32:40 from 99.88.147.244

Thanks Miss KP!! You are too cute!!

From Merri on Mon, May 10, 2010 at 20:08:48 from 160.7.252.148

So glad you're feeling good running again! It's always nice!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.250.000.000.000.005.25

I didn't feel as good today as I did Mon. but still pretty good. I had to walk several times due to pain in my stomach. Don't want to mess around with that while pregnant. I am not use to having to be wimpy and take it easy. Oh well!!

Ran with Ana

Circut workout 50 min. lots of little 3 year old interuptions.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Wed, May 12, 2010 at 14:00:28 from 206.19.214.144

Rana means frog in Spanish. You know how your brain sees certain words sometimes that aren't really there? Anyway...

From kellies on Wed, May 12, 2010 at 23:27:43 from 63.248.32.71

WOW, just checking in for the first time in a while apparently! Congrats on the pregnancy!!! I had no idea! When are you due?? Hope all is well and that you feel great with your pregnancy! So happy for you :)

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.250.000.000.000.004.25

My daughter rode her bike along side me. It was a great morning. She was so cute! I collected a few rolly polly's for her and she carried them home in her pocket. They kept trying to escape.

 

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, May 15, 2010 at 17:48:56 from 72.200.68.199

How old is your daughter now? And what's a rolly polly?

From Britta on Sat, May 15, 2010 at 20:24:28 from 99.88.147.244

she is 6. A Rolly Polly is a Potato bug. Do you know what a potato but is?

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.180.000.000.000.004.18

Too many hills for my pregnant body today.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Mon, May 17, 2010 at 12:53:41 from 206.19.214.144

LOL!

From Scott Wesemann on Tue, May 18, 2010 at 13:06:33 from 66.239.250.209

How far along are you? Congrats!

From Britta on Tue, May 18, 2010 at 16:21:17 from 99.88.147.244

15 weeks. I have a long road ahead!:)Thanks!

From Scott Wesemann on Tue, May 18, 2010 at 17:55:54 from 66.239.250.209

Nice. Good luck with the pregnancy.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

I keep waiting for the puking to stop, just isn't happening!! I did feel my baby move for the first time this week. So much fun!!!!! I can't wait until my children can feel it. That will be fun.

Lazy exercise week thus far. My husband has been out the door too early this week for me to run in the AM. I am on a break with my treadmill so I haven't even attempted to use him this week.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Wed, May 19, 2010 at 19:10:58 from 206.19.214.144

I like how you personified your treadmill. Let me know if you want me to beat him up for you.

From Britta on Wed, May 19, 2010 at 20:12:46 from 99.90.145.106

I let you know if he gets too frisky!

From KP on Thu, May 20, 2010 at 22:24:01 from 69.255.142.204

hang in there!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
7.000.000.000.000.007.00

It was so HOT today! It felt good to go so far though. It did drain me for the rest of the day.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
6.000.000.000.000.006.00

My knee really started bugging me around 4. Probably because I went 7 yesterday. I felt pretty good though. Ran with Ana my pregnant friend who is 2 weeks ahead of me. It is always fun to chat with her since we are going through the same thing.

I decided to post my weight today only because I am proud of how well I have done up to 15 weeks of pregnancy. It will probably be the last time I will post it for atleast a year!!

Weight: 135.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, May 22, 2010 at 15:42:14 from 98.177.220.145

I almost weight that much.

From Britta on Sat, May 22, 2010 at 16:31:24 from 99.90.145.106

That much or that LITTLE?

From Burt on Sat, May 22, 2010 at 18:07:32 from 98.177.220.145

Oh yeah. I meant to say that LITTLE. And thanks for not making fun of my spelling.

From Britta on Sat, May 22, 2010 at 18:36:50 from 99.90.145.106

Ha ha ha ha Haaaaah!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

Ran 4 walked 1. 2 of the miles were under 9 and one was right at 9 so it was a "fast" run for me this morning. I felt really good. Ran with Ana, Lisa, and Amy.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Mon, May 24, 2010 at 11:14:00 from 98.177.220.145

I guess in California all the women have two-syllable names.

From Kelli on Mon, May 24, 2010 at 15:03:42 from 71.219.93.114

Glad you are feeling good!!! When is the DUE DATE by the way???

From Britta on Mon, May 24, 2010 at 17:08:01 from 99.90.145.106

Nov. 11th. I hate saying it out loud 'cause it sounds so far away!

From Kelli on Thu, May 27, 2010 at 19:24:16 from 71.219.93.114

Yeah for feeling good! Are you going to try to run the entire pregnancy?

From ryandla on Fri, May 28, 2010 at 22:24:30 from 174.23.238.62

you rock! keep it up girl

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

weights

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
9.500.000.000.000.009.50

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Wed, Jun 02, 2010 at 10:41:00 from 66.133.117.3

9.5 miles, awesome. how are you feeling these days?

From Britta on Fri, Jun 04, 2010 at 01:24:58 from 174.23.45.74

Hmm? I am still not sure how I am feeling. I don't know if I am just use to feeling yucky or if I actually feel a little better.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Jillian Micheals circuit workout with mom and sis.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
2.500.000.000.000.002.50

With my momma.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Wed, Jun 02, 2010 at 00:39:00 from 68.225.214.248

Ah, how sweet.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.000.000.000.000.003.00

Really hard. Felt yucky!

17 Weeks, almost half way there.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From ryandla on Tue, Jun 08, 2010 at 11:17:27 from 192.41.84.4

you rock - i can't even imagine running while pregnant. keep it up

From Kelli on Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 22:05:34 from 71.219.93.114

Already??? WOW, that went by fast (for me).

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

weights.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.500.000.000.000.004.50

Home from VACA so hopefully next week witll produce a few more miles than the last two weeks.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, Jun 12, 2010 at 14:32:03 from 206.19.214.144

You sure do like to go on vacation.

From Britta on Sat, Jun 12, 2010 at 21:52:22 from 99.90.145.106

Doesn't everyone!!!????

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.300.000.000.000.005.30

Gorgeous morning!!! Ran with Ana. Felt ok. I had to take a few walking breaks. I had side cramping. I think it was a ligament. Anyways, stopped when it hurt and ran when it didn't.

We ran past a special needs teenager and he told us that we were both pretty. So Sweet!

I am past the yucky sick stage (cross my fingers)!!!

Just happy to run this morning.

Packing for the beach now, we are spending the day at Huntington Beach. Can't wait!!!!

 

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.200.000.000.000.003.20

Meant to run but both Ana and I were exhausted this morning. Opted to walk instead. Came home and did some weights.

Off to the dentist this morning. I hope I don't puke on him. My gag reflex is still really sensitve.

 

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Fri, Jun 18, 2010 at 08:55:46 from 67.177.2.91

LOL!

From Britta on Fri, Jun 18, 2010 at 12:11:30 from 99.61.113.8

Thankfully no puking just a lot of gaging!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Weights. My legs feel like Jello!

 

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.000.000.000.000.004.00

Ran 3.5 walked .5. My legs are so sore from weights yesterday. I am exhausted!

We are taking our oldest out on date night to see Toy Story 3. He earned an award at school so this is his reward. The other two are staying home with a sitter.

I want to lay down and rest but I have too much to do today. I don't think I will get to lay down until Monday. I hope I can make it through the weekend.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.000.000.000.000.004.00

Legs are still super sore from weights Ana and I just walked. We vowed not to hit our legs so hard next week.

I practically colapsed a few times today out on our walk.

 

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.250.000.000.000.005.25

With Ana. We felt really good this morning. We have a new 5 mile loop. It is perfect.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Mon, Jun 21, 2010 at 16:44:08 from 66.133.117.3

that's cool that you're feeling good. nice running.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

It's a GIRL!!!!!!!!! My daughter and I are sooooo excited. I can't wait to go shopping!!!!!!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From KP on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 14:27:20 from 65.208.22.25

congrats!

From Burt on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 14:34:04 from 206.19.214.144

Yay Britta! You need to name her Burtina.

From Britta on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 14:57:41 from 99.61.113.8

Not even gonna think about it!

From Burt on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 15:14:05 from 206.19.214.144

Pray about it. You'll know if it feels right.

From KP on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 15:24:54 from 65.208.22.25

I, personally, am a fan of the name Kristen.

From Calvin on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 15:37:26 from 66.133.117.3

That is really awesome Britta! Excited for you!

From Britta on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 16:38:33 from 99.61.113.8

Burt, Did you ever use that line when dating?

From Burt on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 17:04:20 from 206.19.214.144

Yes, thank goodness my wife fell for it and didn't actually pray about it :)

From Kelli on Wed, Jun 23, 2010 at 18:39:16 from 71.219.99.30

Seriously, I went shopping for RAD's little boy this morning and was just wishing I could buy some little girl clothes! So, thanks for making my dreams come true!!!

From Britta on Thu, Jun 24, 2010 at 12:20:49 from 99.61.113.8

Burt, LOL!!

Kelli, I know it every time I have been at the stores all the girl clothes are soooooo CUTE!!!!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.300.000.000.000.005.30

5 in 47:03. Pretty fast for my pregnant body. Both Ana and I felt really good today. We even conquered a few hills we usually walk up.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.000.000.000.000.005.00

Ran 1 walked 4. Just couldn't get my body to do what my mind kept telling it. Still happy to get out and get some sort of exercise.

Went to the DR. yesterday and everything looks great from my ultrasound. I always like to get past that too know everything is developing properly. I also had some extra blood work done for Downs Syndrome and  a few other things and all came back negative. Feeling very blessed.

I gained 6 lbs. at this appt. trying not to freak out since my total weight gain for 20 weeks is 8 lbs. Still I don't like that 6 lbs. is all from one month. My Dr. was happy I caught up a little though.

I bought the cutest pair of silver shoes for my new baby girl yesterday. SO CUTE!!!!

Two BBQ's and swim party to go to today. Gonna be busy fun!

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Fast Running Mommy on Sat, Jun 26, 2010 at 11:45:35 from 192.168.1.1

congrats on a girl!!! we had 2 girls and 2 boys when we had four..now that we are on 7 it's getting boy heavy..this next one will be our 5th boy!!!

From Burt on Sat, Jun 26, 2010 at 13:02:36 from 68.225.214.248

What? Having a baby with Down Syndrome is a blessing.

From Britta on Sat, Jun 26, 2010 at 14:25:42 from 99.25.218.249

Oh my gosh Burt please forgive me? I am sure it is! My husbands brother has spina bifida and also has a mental dissability he is a blessing to our family, just a lot of work and worry!

From Burt on Sat, Jun 26, 2010 at 15:51:51 from 68.225.214.248

I know Britta. When we learned there was a chance that our little one was going to have DS, I called my best friend who had a 3 year old with DS. The first thing he said was I'm sorry. He said even though they love their son more than anything, he wouldn't wish having a kid with DS on anyone. And it is hard, with how often she gets sick. But I knew she would be so happy even before she was born, so I started to get excited.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

Lower body weights 9 PM.

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.300.000.000.000.005.30

With Ana 6 AM. Hamstings were tight from weights. I am running faster than I was in the first trimester. I am happy about that but still much slower than non pregnant pace.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Tue, Jun 29, 2010 at 15:38:41 from 206.19.214.144

You stopped posting your weight ;)

From Kelli on Thu, Jul 01, 2010 at 17:33:56 from 71.219.99.30

Hey, all is well! You are carrying precious little girl cargo!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
5.300.000.000.000.005.30

Ran with Ana then drove to Sacramento this afternoon to visit my husbands family. Running a 3rd of July Race tomorrow with my 8 yr old.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Sat, Jul 03, 2010 at 01:59:05 from 68.225.214.248

Ooh. Have fun.

Race: Run 4 Independance (3.1 Miles) 00:30:40
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.100.000.000.000.003.10

5k race with my 8 yr old. He did fantastic! I promised him a book that he has been wanting if he would did exactly as I told him during the race. He ran the whole way and no complaining. He improved on his time from last year by 8 min.

 

30:40

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Wed, Jul 07, 2010 at 12:11:34 from 206.19.214.144

Woo hoo! 8 minute PR! Go team Holmes!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
3.500.000.000.000.003.50

With my sister in law April in the park. PM

Weight: 0.00
Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
4.500.000.000.000.505.00

Ran 4.5 walked .5. I would say I ran with my husband but he really just ran circles around me. He would run ahead and come back to check on me. My speed right now is too torcherous for him.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Wed, Jul 07, 2010 at 12:14:02 from 206.19.214.144

Is the word you're looking for torturous or was it really like he was having or pertaining to the qualities of one bearing a torch?

From Burt on Wed, Jul 07, 2010 at 12:14:10 from 206.19.214.144

I know. I'm a butt.

From Britta on Thu, Jul 08, 2010 at 14:25:16 from 67.159.142.6

definatley... "pertainint to the qualites of one bearing a torch." Did you look that up in the Dictionary?

From Burt on Thu, Jul 08, 2010 at 18:20:13 from 206.19.214.144

I'm a walking dictionary. Well, a running dictionary. A fast running dictionary.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
2.000.000.000.000.002.00

I was having a lot of Braxton Hicks contractions today so I didn't make it very far.

22 Weeks today.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Fri, Jul 09, 2010 at 03:51:32 from 68.225.214.248

You still have 4 months to go!

From Maurine/Miles on Sun, Jul 11, 2010 at 15:14:18 from 97.117.67.53

Yeah - sounds like you need to take it easy.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.003.503.50

Just walking for me today.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Kelli on Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 22:29:05 from 71.219.99.30

Walking is better than couch sittin'!

From Britta on Sun, Jul 11, 2010 at 12:20:05 from 99.88.145.218

Kelli,

I am so sorry you are having trouble!! I hope it heals quickly!!

From Calvin on Mon, Jul 12, 2010 at 11:44:17 from 66.133.117.3

that's a nice long walk.

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.004.004.00

Just walking and catching up with Ana. We are both starting to wonder if this is the end of running until Dday. I am hoping not but we will see.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Calvin on Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 15:26:17 from 66.133.117.3

Running while pregnant is over-rated.

Actually i have no idea, but i know that walking is really good for you. There will be plenty of time to ramp up your running after November, right?

From Britta on Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 15:36:26 from 99.25.218.45

I hope so, I am really anxious to race again. I want to see what I can do with no more pregnancy interuptions. I really want to get fast. I want to be a fraction of what AmberG has become. She is amazing. How are u? How's the eating?

From Calvin on Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 16:14:43 from 66.133.117.3

my eating is un-tamed. luckily i run a bunch of miles so it sort of evens everything out still... i have 80 days 'til St. George to reverse the trend, so there is time.

From Kelli on Thu, Jul 15, 2010 at 16:11:00 from 71.219.99.30

Cal, just do not get hurt then you will gain 10 pounds in 10 days like I did! I still ate the same way, but was not running!

Hang in there Britta, you are doing great! I never ran pregnant, but I did try to walk at least!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
0.000.000.000.000.000.00

23 weeks

Not much running this week. I am so tired. I have girls camp next week so there won't be running happening then either. I will have to re-commit myself to when I get back.

Weight: 0.00
Comments
From Burt on Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 12:10:22 from 206.19.214.144

Have fun!

From Britta on Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 15:36:00 from 99.25.218.45

5 1/2 months pregnant, in 90 degree weather with no air conditioning for a week, sleeping with 26 teenage girls in one cabin. I will do my best! :)

From Burt on Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 15:43:10 from 206.19.214.144

I like the positive attitude. You'll go far. :)

From Britta on Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 16:10:06 from 99.25.218.45

Is it that bad? I don't want to be negative but I am going to blame that on pregnancy!

From Burt on Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 16:19:37 from 206.19.214.144

Oh, I didn't realize you were being sarcastic. hee hee.

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Ran with Amy today. I haven't run with her for awhile so that was really fun. She is pregnant too.. 10 weeks. Almost all of my running friends are pregnant right now. It is perfect!!!

Ran 4 walked 1.

Weight: 0.00
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From ryandla on Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 18:33:33 from 66.29.163.1

have fun at camp - i just got back from scout camp. good times!

From Burt on Wed, Jul 21, 2010 at 12:16:28 from 206.19.214.144

Is it really your birthday tomorrow? Happy birthday!!!

From Burt on Thu, Jul 22, 2010 at 13:04:59 from 206.19.214.144

Shall I sing that primary song to you? Happy happy birthday Britta dear...

From Kelli on Wed, Jul 28, 2010 at 11:11:10 from 71.219.99.30

Goodness, pregnancy is contagious out there!

From Britta on Wed, Jul 28, 2010 at 13:52:32 from 99.67.43.122

Who else announced that I missed? You?

From Burt on Wed, Jul 28, 2010 at 14:11:03 from 206.19.214.144

She's talking about you and Amy. But I'd be happy to start a rumor that Kelli's pregnant.

From Kelli on Wed, Jul 28, 2010 at 18:54:07 from 71.219.99.30

Would not be the first time!

From Britta on Wed, Jul 28, 2010 at 22:59:45 from 99.67.43.122

Oh my what is wrong with me? I was at girls camp last week mon-sat. I am still not recovered. I wish Kelli was pregnant, that would be fun.

From Kelli on Wed, Jul 28, 2010 at 23:29:08 from 71.219.99.30

Not happening here!!! But I do so love babies, so i just have to get my fill of other people's!

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From Burt on Mon, Aug 02, 2010 at 12:35:17 from 206.19.214.144

5 miles? Great job!

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Weight: 0.00
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1.600.000.000.001.503.10

PM workout with my husband. It wasn't pretty but I did it. I had to get off the treadmill like 3 times for potty breaks.  It took me forever to warm up and every time I tried to run I would start cramping. Still better than nothing I guess.

Walked 1.5 and ran the 1.6

Also did weights.

Felt really good afterwards.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 09:28:20 from 206.19.214.144

Good for you.

From Britta on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 10:09:43 from 99.67.43.122

Thanks Burty Burt. I can always count on you to comment on my blog, you are my new BFF. How are you this AM?

From Burt on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 10:21:01 from 206.19.214.144

Well, I went to bed at midnight. I got up at 4am. Ran my three miles. Biked to work. Haven't had breakfast because the diet I'm on says not to. So, I'm great. You?

From Britta on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 10:34:36 from 99.67.43.122

That's a stupid diet! Pick a new one!

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Ran 3 walked 1 with Ana. I am starving... what is for breakfast?

 

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 10:21:27 from 206.19.214.144

Breakfast would be nice. Eat enough for you, the baby, and me.

From Britta on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 10:36:15 from 99.67.43.122

I am wishing I was in Europe, they have the best breakfast foods in France and Italy.... Fruit, Cheese, Croissants!!! I haven't been there for 10 years and I can still taste how good everything is!!

From Calvin on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 10:42:32 from 66.133.117.3

it's good to see you're running and blogging Britta. i thought about you this morning as i ran past your old house...

From Oreo on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 11:10:05 from 206.81.136.61

hummm... since I've been living on high-adventure food for the last week, I'd go for some reallly big and fresh french toast smothered in syrup!! with a little powdered sugar on top!...have a good one.

From Britta on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 17:40:27 from 99.67.43.122

Oreo,

Yummy I think I will have that tomorrow or maybe tonight for dinner. Breakfast is the best at dinner time anyways. Speaking of Oreo's I have double stuffed in my pantry that keep calling my name. I just keep eating them with the excuse that I am pregnant.

From Kelli on Tue, Aug 03, 2010 at 18:07:14 from 71.219.99.30

I am starving, what is for dinner?

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26 weeks

PM Weights

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This was a sad effort but an effort none the less.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Fri, Aug 06, 2010 at 12:41:46 from 206.19.214.144

Don't cry. It's 4 miles! Sounds like a good effort!

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I really really really tried to run. I would make it about 30 seconds and then I would start contracting. I am SAD!!! I don't want to be done with running during my pregnancy yet.

Weights 30 min.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Tue, Aug 10, 2010 at 12:40:13 from 206.19.214.144

Braxton Hicks running.

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2 walking miles. I am going to try running again tomorrow. Wish me luck!!!

30 min. weights.

It is the first day of school today. My kids looked sooooo CUTE! I am having a little bit quiter day today with my 3 yr. old. It is nice!

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 13:18:53 from 206.19.214.144

Hope your run goes well today.

From Kelli on Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 16:33:40 from 71.219.102.155

LOVE the first day of school. I have a week and a half to go!!!!

Hope the planned run went well.

From Britta on Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 20:45:16 from 99.146.24.52

Unfortunatley my planned run for Thurs. was just that... I didn't run. I don't remember pregnancy sucking the life out of me this much. I am pooped!!

From Kelli on Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 21:47:45 from 71.219.102.155

Well, you have never had pregnancy with 3 other kids to take care of before!!!!

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27 weeks.

Walked the kids to school (1 mi.) that is it for me. Maybe I will work out with my husband tonight and maybe I won't. That is for me to know and you to find out!! :)

PM 35 min on TM. Walk/Jog. 2.5 miles.

Weight: 0.00
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From Calvin on Fri, Aug 13, 2010 at 15:22:14 from 66.133.117.3

nice job on your walks.

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5 mile hike it was a nice change of scenary.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 19:02:38 from 206.19.214.144

Nice job Britta.

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25 min. Weights

Walked kids to school 1 mile. It was so hot!!!!

Weight: 0.00
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From Kelli on Tue, Aug 17, 2010 at 15:08:10 from 71.219.102.155

Hot is good, it makes you sweat and have to come home and re-shower!!!

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4 mile walk with Ana

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Thu, Aug 19, 2010 at 03:31:39 from 68.225.214.248

That's a nice long walk!

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I'm STARVING but soooo tired of eating!!!!!! I can't even think of what to eat without gaging.

28 weeks yesterday. :) Officially into my 3rd trimester.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Fri, Aug 20, 2010 at 13:20:31 from 206.19.214.144

3rd trimester? You must be cute as a button.

From Britta on Fri, Aug 20, 2010 at 13:40:46 from 99.120.43.3

A bloaded button!

From Calvin on Fri, Aug 20, 2010 at 18:31:29 from 66.133.117.3

3rd trimester - woohoo! you'll be pushing the jogging stroller before you know it.

From Britta on Fri, Aug 20, 2010 at 19:27:28 from 99.120.43.3

Cal, Thanks for the reminder. Every time I have driven by a runner this week I want to cry.

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35 min. of pool running. It felt soooooo Good!!!! My BFF has a swimming pool so that is my new form of exercise until my pregnancy is over.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Tue, Aug 24, 2010 at 19:13:59 from 206.19.214.144

You have a BFF?

From Britta on Tue, Aug 24, 2010 at 20:25:15 from 99.101.131.8

Shocking I know!

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25 min. of pool running. I know it is good for you to exercise when you are pregnant but I feel on the days I exercise I have no energy to do anything else.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Thu, Aug 26, 2010 at 14:01:58 from 206.19.214.144

People need to undertand that you live only to exercise.

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29 weeks.

I woke up with super swollen feet and the day hasn't even begun.

Weight: 0.00
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From Kelli on Sun, Aug 29, 2010 at 11:15:55 from 71.219.102.155

Dang swollen feet, I hate when they feel like they are going to explode on you!!!

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3 walking miles with Jackie and Tami. It felt really nice to exercise. Now I am pooped and need a nap!:)

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 17:03:41 from 206.19.214.144

You need a nap, but are you going to get one?

From Britta on Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 18:49:26 from 99.90.147.251

You understand motherhood all too well. Don't let your wife know she might expect more of you!

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3 mile walk with Ana and Jackie. Took a long nap in the afternoon. Stayed in PJ's all day. It was lovely!

I was telling my husband last night how frustrated and overwhelmed I feel about not being able to keep up with all my responsibilites. He politely laughed and reminded me that I am 7 months pregnant and that I am expecting too much of myself. Today the messes in my house haven't bothered me quite so much. Every time I walk by something on the floor that I can't bend over too pick up I remind myself that I am 7 months pregnant and it is okay.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Wed, Sep 01, 2010 at 20:16:36 from 206.19.214.144

Yay for PJ day!

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30 weeks!!! :)

Weight: 0.00
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From RAD on Thu, Sep 02, 2010 at 14:20:23 from 67.172.229.125

Haven't been to your blog in a while - long enough to ignore the fact you're expecting!

Your entry yesterday brought back a flood of emotions. I could run a couple miles in the AM, but then would have NO energy the rest of the day! Even after 10+ hours of sleep!! Take it easy and enjoy the 'ride' :) Congrats and I hope things go smoothly for you the next 10-ish weeks!

From Britta on Thu, Sep 02, 2010 at 17:37:17 from 99.90.147.251

Thanks RAD!

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Walk

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From Burt on Fri, Sep 03, 2010 at 14:48:37 from 206.19.214.144

Walking is good.

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Walked alone today and I really loved it. Was almost done and I was dying to run so I thought I would try it out. Ran last .5 miles and it was interesting but made me happy!! I am sure to the passer by cars I looked ridiculous.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Sat, Sep 04, 2010 at 11:53:05 from 68.225.214.248

I'm sure they said, "What is that pregnant Barbie Doll doing running???"

From Britta on Sat, Sep 04, 2010 at 14:13:50 from 99.72.9.115

Thanks for making me smile that was a good joke! I am pretty sure even pregnant barbie's measurements are way different than mine. :)

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Used a belly belt today and tried to run. Still no good. Too many contractions. If I was 38 weeks I wouldn't mind, but it is not time for baby to come yet. Walked 3.5 with Jackie.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Tue, Sep 07, 2010 at 13:43:19 from 206.19.214.144

Patience, Britta. Patience.

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Walked 3 with Kristy.

Let's just say this... "In N' Out is way too close to my house". Enough said.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Wed, Sep 08, 2010 at 18:16:33 from 206.19.214.144

Oh my. What is the big deal about that place?

From Calvin on Wed, Sep 08, 2010 at 18:30:51 from 66.133.117.3

it's ok to indulge.

From Britta on Wed, Sep 08, 2010 at 20:22:14 from 99.72.9.115

Burt, I use to feel the same way and then I became pregnant. It has me hooked.

Cal, Is it okay to indulge 3x a week? :)

From Jon A on Wed, Sep 15, 2010 at 15:36:26 from 67.214.249.195

There are way to many gas stations with soda around me. They are everywhere, and the soda just calls my name! :-)

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Walked with Jackie and Ana. Ana is 33 weeks and Jackie is 24. I am sure we are a site pushing strollers with little ones inside and out of our tummy's.

31 weeks Yesterday.:) getting there!

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Sun, Sep 12, 2010 at 12:54:15 from 68.225.214.248

I went to In N Out Burger the other night. The burger was okay, but the fries were gross.

From Britta on Sun, Sep 12, 2010 at 13:14:10 from 99.72.9.115

Yeah I don't love their fries either but have you had them "animal style"?

From Burt on Sun, Sep 12, 2010 at 14:15:24 from 68.225.214.248

My wife ordered her burger animal style. I guess that means they grill the onions?

From AZDesertmonsoon on Sun, Sep 12, 2010 at 14:20:13 from 63.226.16.151

I don't like the fries animal style, but that's always how I get the burger. Grilled onions and a thousand island type sauce.

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Walking with Jackie.

Weight: 0.00
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Walked Kids to and from school. That's it! I plan on laying on the couch today. I'm wiped out from the last two days of being on my feet non-stop.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Wed, Sep 15, 2010 at 15:44:09 from 206.19.214.144

Have someone bring you some In N Out.

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1.500.000.000.001.002.50

Ran 1.5 and walked 1. 5 min on TM 5 min. weights. rotated for 45 min.

32 Weeks

Weight: 0.00
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Walked with Ana. Completley forgot my son was getting an award at school today and I missed it. He is student of the month. I feel like a terrible Mom.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Fri, Sep 17, 2010 at 14:10:35 from 206.19.214.144

Oh no. Well, it happens. You're a great mom!

From Kelli on Mon, Sep 27, 2010 at 22:04:28 from 71.219.65.246

Oh, if you only knew how many thing I forget daily! I have missed some big stuff! No worries, there will be more. you are a GREAT mom!

From Britta on Tue, Sep 28, 2010 at 17:14:48 from 99.12.182.137

Thanks Kelli!

From Kam on Fri, Oct 01, 2010 at 10:51:10 from 68.66.163.179

Your son is student of the month. Ergo, you are a great mom to have such a bright kid. Whether you made it to the award ceremony is inconsequential.

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4 mile walk with Ana.

34 weeks yesterday.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Fri, Oct 01, 2010 at 20:50:17 from 206.19.214.144

that's a long walk. Go Britta!

From RunnerAdam on Sat, Oct 02, 2010 at 15:44:48 from 70.187.183.31

34 weeks of what?

From Britta on Sat, Oct 02, 2010 at 17:43:59 from 99.12.182.137

Pregnancy. Baby #4 is on her way!

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35 weeks

Hopefully only 3 to go although I don't want to have a Halloween baby so how about 3 1/2 weeks.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Thu, Oct 07, 2010 at 12:24:44 from 206.19.214.144

How about three days for a 10/10/10 baby?

From RAD on Thu, Oct 07, 2010 at 12:46:07 from 67.172.229.125

10/10/10 would be cool! However, I don't think it's enough bake time - and we don't want that baby to come out too early! So, I'll go for a 11/2/10 :)

Good luck Britta!

From Calvin on Thu, Oct 07, 2010 at 12:57:34 from 66.133.117.3

You're getting really close now. I'm excited for you!

From ryandla on Thu, Oct 07, 2010 at 13:31:16 from 66.29.163.1

good luck - what are you naming this baby anyway? boy or girl?

From Burt on Thu, Oct 07, 2010 at 13:40:48 from 206.19.214.144

It's a girl, and she's naming it Burtina.

From Britta on Thu, Oct 07, 2010 at 16:34:31 from 99.63.199.84

Yes it is a girl and although Burtina was high on our list of possibilites (NOT) we don't know. We like Ella or Emmie (Emmy) just still not ready to commit. I don't know why. It has never been this difficult to pick a baby name.

10/10/10 would be super cool but RAD is right we don't want an under cooked one. It takes them longer to sleep through the night. :)

I had fun reading all your SGM reports, I am hungry to run, can't wait till I can again.

From jun on Tue, Oct 12, 2010 at 21:28:02 from 97.126.232.37

You really don't want a Halloween baby? Wow. My wife and I tried so hard to have one, but still missed it by 3 hours. I am an October birthday and always wanted my birthday on Halloween (I was supposed to be born on the 31st, but came early).

Of course, Halloween is my favorite holiday, October my favorite month, and Autumn my favorite season. Hey, there is a good name - Autumn. Although my favorite name is still 'Tuesday'.

From Britta on Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 15:50:18 from 99.34.58.17

Jun,

We love Halloween here too. The only problem is my Oldest Sons birhtday is Oct. 21st. and I want them each to have their own birthday month. Plus I don't want to be absent for trick or treating and all the other fun things going on with my 3 other children this year. My son loves Halloween and his b-day parties are always the best. Happy birthday to you this month!

From Calvin on Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 19:41:23 from 66.133.117.3

Hope you're feeling well, Britta! Getting closer every day...

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There is not enough room in this body for the two of us anymore. I think my baby girl is feeling the same way. I still have two and a half weeks we shall see what happens. Dr. appt. on Thurs.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Mon, Oct 25, 2010 at 19:40:44 from 206.19.214.144

picture...

From Britta on Mon, Oct 25, 2010 at 19:49:43 from 99.90.144.83

Check my family blog. www.holmesforever.blogspot.com

I can't figure out how to post pics on this site.

From Burt on Mon, Oct 25, 2010 at 19:55:17 from 206.19.214.144

You still look like a Barbie Doll.

I can send you instructions on how to post pictures if you want.

From Kelli on Mon, Oct 25, 2010 at 19:56:27 from 71.219.65.246

YOU WILL GET THERE!!!!! Gotta love the end of pregnancy.

From Britta on Mon, Oct 25, 2010 at 20:02:11 from 99.90.144.83

Burt, I would love for you to email me instructions. I can't figure out how to make my pics small enough to post.

Kelli, I just read your race report. You are so incredible. I wish I could still run with you!!

From Kelli on Mon, Oct 25, 2010 at 20:12:08 from 71.219.65.246

Me, too!! Will you ever move back???

From Britta on Tue, Oct 26, 2010 at 16:02:46 from 99.90.144.83

I don't think any time soon.

From Kelli on Tue, Oct 26, 2010 at 20:09:57 from 71.219.65.246

:o(

From Calvin on Thu, Oct 28, 2010 at 18:17:50 from 66.133.117.3

Hang in there Britta! It's looking more and more like your baby girl will arrive on my birthday...

From Britta on Thu, Oct 28, 2010 at 21:13:39 from 99.90.144.83

When is your b-day?

From Calvin on Sun, Oct 31, 2010 at 02:27:16 from 66.182.67.50

(the 13th.)

From Britta on Sun, Oct 31, 2010 at 13:45:58 from 99.90.144.83

Calving that is not funny!!! If I have to wait until the 13th I am blaming YOU! :)

From Britta on Sun, Oct 31, 2010 at 13:47:48 from 99.90.144.83

Calvin I mean :)

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I feel like I am going to lose my mind if this baby doesn't come TODAY!!! I can't do it anymore.

Weight: 0.00
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2.000.000.000.000.002.00

Tried to induce Labor. It didn't work!

Weight: 0.00
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Went to the Dr. I am still at a 2 and 70% like I have been for my last two appts. This pregnancy is not at all following the same pattern as my other 3. By this point all of my other children would have been born. I am trying to just be patient and realize my body knows when it is time. I don't want to force anything but I sure hope she comes SOON!!!

If anyone has any secrets that truly work I would love to hear them.

39 weeks.

My Insurance/Dr. will not induce until I am 41 weeks. Please pray for me that I don't have to wait 2 more weeks.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Thu, Nov 04, 2010 at 21:46:02 from 68.225.214.248

Tickle torture.

From Burt on Tue, Nov 09, 2010 at 17:54:01 from 206.19.214.144

How's it going Britta?

From Britta on Tue, Nov 09, 2010 at 18:03:03 from 99.90.144.83

Large...

From Burt on Tue, Nov 09, 2010 at 18:45:34 from 206.19.214.144

LOL! Well get someone to tickle you!

From Kelli on Wed, Nov 10, 2010 at 19:27:43 from 71.219.65.246

I think that is a standard practice now, to not induce! Dang, though. I feel your pain. And that heat last week in California was MISERABLE, I can not imagine being pregnant in it.

HANG IN THERE!!!

From Calvin on Sun, Nov 14, 2010 at 01:46:56 from 66.182.67.50

No recent update, so I hope you had your baby today!

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I am no longer pregnant!!! Our baby was born last Sunday on the 14th. It was a bit of a scary delivery which I will write details later but all turned out well and we are doing great. Dad and the other kids are at church and it is so nice to have some piece and quiet. These moments are going to be few for the next several years.

Her name is Emmie Britta Holmes and she was 7 lbs. 8 oz. and 20 in.

Physically I feel really good just tired and emotional. Overall I really do feel great. I am looking forward to being active again but, I am going to give myself atleast 4 weeks if not 6. This is probably the perfect time of year to not rush back into exercise.

Weight: 0.00
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From AmberG on Sun, Nov 21, 2010 at 17:32:38 from 75.162.148.124

Britta CONGRATULATIONS on your little one!!! How precious, and I love the name Emmie, , , adorable. Take it easy, and you'll have to teach me the tricks to having 4 children! Scary! You are so focused on your family and what really matters I know you'll do great!!!

From Burt on Sun, Nov 21, 2010 at 17:41:11 from 72.223.84.236

Congratulations Britta! I'm going to devote a special blog entry just to you sometime this week.

From RAD on Sun, Nov 21, 2010 at 17:44:38 from 67.172.229.125

CONGRATS BRITTA!! I too love the name. I'm glad that although scary, the delivery is over and you and baby are happy and healthy! Enjoy your time together - it all goes WAY too fast.

From allie on Mon, Nov 22, 2010 at 21:31:18 from 174.23.238.75

congratulations! i love the name.

From Sammie Howard on Tue, Nov 23, 2010 at 06:52:58 from 78.32.130.9

Congratulations on your new lovely baby girl and i love her name :)))

From RunnerAdam on Tue, Nov 30, 2010 at 00:54:16 from 70.187.173.30

Congratulations Britta!! Ironic - everyone packed on a lot of weight this weekend and you did the opposite. It puts everything in perspective when you do something as amazing as create a new life. I hope you have a great rest of the year and enjoy your new addition to the family.

From Britta on Wed, Dec 01, 2010 at 15:17:28 from 99.90.144.83

Thanks for the Congratulations from everyone. I am so in love with my new baby!! She is ridiculously cute!!!!

From Burt on Wed, Dec 01, 2010 at 16:09:14 from 206.19.214.144

I saw her picture on your blog. How adorable!

From Kelli on Wed, Dec 01, 2010 at 22:53:20 from 71.219.65.246

CONGRATULATIONS....waiting for those details and some pictures. I will go check your blog.

From kellies on Wed, Dec 08, 2010 at 13:01:08 from 67.199.181.245

Well there you have it!! I decided to check your blog and look at your exciting news!! HOORAY!!! I am so happy for you and glad that you are recovering well!!! There really is nothing better then new babies!! Enjoy your little one and we'll check in soon:). Lots of love~

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1st postpartum workout. My baby is a 2 weeks and 1 day. I probably should wait atleast a week longer but I just wanted to move a little I need the endorphins for my mood. I took it really easy.

25 min. weights

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25 min. weights

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Walked with Ana. Her baby is 3.5 weeks and mine is 2.5 weeks. It was actually a little much for me today I will wait to try again for another week.

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25 min. of Weights with Jillian M.

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25 min. of weights

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1st postpartum mile. It felt really great other than I need a new sports bra. I am planning on running 2 tomorrow.

25 min. of weights.

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Sat, Dec 11, 2010 at 00:37:15 from 64.165.25.27

Bigger bra and extra duty pads. lol

From Britta on Sat, Dec 11, 2010 at 14:08:56 from 99.90.144.83

LOL!!! Postpartum is soooo glamorous! :)

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2.000.000.000.000.002.00

Really wanted to run alone today and be kid free for a few minutes but when my 9 yr. old asked me if he could come I couldn't turn him down. We had fun together and he did really good.

I got home two min. late on my husbands watch and 3 min. early on mine and we got in a fight over it. LOL! Obviously we are under a little more stress with a new baby in the house.

AP 9:55 Felt really good

25 min. weights

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1 mile plus 25 min. of weights.

AP 9:40

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From Burt on Wed, Dec 15, 2010 at 12:06:08 from 206.19.214.144

Great job Britta!

-from your #1 cheerleader

From Britta on Wed, Dec 15, 2010 at 17:44:48 from 99.90.144.83

Thanks Burt!! When are you going to start my fan club?

From Burt on Wed, Dec 15, 2010 at 18:56:08 from 206.19.214.144

I'll start one on facebook. haha!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
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AP 9:25

25 min Jillian M. Video

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AP 9:22

25 min. Jill M. Video

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From Burt on Fri, Dec 17, 2010 at 13:46:23 from 206.19.214.144

9:22? You're almost back to full speed. JK. but that's great!

From Britta on Fri, Dec 17, 2010 at 13:47:41 from 99.90.144.83

I have a long ways to go. I will get back to kicking your butt again! :)

From Burt on Fri, Dec 17, 2010 at 13:56:00 from 206.19.214.144

Bring it on ding dong!

From Britta on Fri, Dec 17, 2010 at 21:01:55 from 99.90.144.83

Oh it's on!

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My plan for the next two weeks is to up my weekly runs just by .25 each day and on the week end double what I do in one day. So Sat. I will run 2.5.

I really hope by adding on slowly I will be able to move back into running without injury. Plus I am trying not to put expectations on myself that will be to hard to achieve with a new born.

25 min. weights.

I love to exercise!!

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Plus 25 min. weights

It is raining like crazy here. I love it!

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Tue, Dec 21, 2010 at 15:14:41 from 206.19.214.144

You're not posting your weight anymore.

From Britta on Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 11:29:22 from 99.146.24.175

Ha Ha Ha!!

From Burt on Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 12:51:39 from 206.19.214.144

You mean, ho ho ho! Merry Christmas!

From Britta on Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 16:21:40 from 99.146.24.175

Yes, I believe that is what people with jiggly bellies say! :)

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1.250.000.000.000.001.25

25 min. weights

Weight: 0.00
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From Kelli on Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 22:58:15 from 71.219.84.215

Back at it again...

MERRY CHRISTMAS to you in sunny California! Actually, I think I heard it has been raining a bunch there, huh? Same story here.

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I needed to burn off some stress and some... calories!

Added 20 min of weights.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

Weight: 0.00
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From Burt on Mon, Dec 27, 2010 at 09:42:31 from 206.19.214.144

Merry Christmas to you Britta! (even though it's over)

From Kelli on Sun, Jan 02, 2011 at 17:14:48 from 71.219.84.215

Weights on Christmas????

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Easy MilesMarathon Pace MilesThreshold MilesVO2 Max MilesCrosstraining milesTotal Miles
445.1820.104.001.5070.50541.28
Weight: 133.20
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