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Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon
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 2008-08-29 8:47 AM |
 Modesto, California |  Subject: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon5 weeks to go, this will be my first half marathon and I'm looking forward to it, although my logs don't reflect that much milage I have managed to get some decent quality runs in. How is everyone's training going? I am thinking of setting a 2: goal! I am also considering running with my fuel belt, I have been using it for most runs over 6 miles, which hasn't been much! I just like the convience of quenching my thirst as needed, but have not run thirteen miles with it yet. I will be looking for some mojo runs this weekend, I am fortunate to have a three day weekend and no plans for anything except a few long runs at the beach and some swimming in Ventura. How is everones training plans going or not? Any tips or help to offer? Edited by nevergivin 2008-08-29 8:48 AM |
| 2008-08-29 3:04 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
Expert  973   Berkeley, Calif. | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I signed up for this one too, after a bunch of friends and coworkers told me how much fun it was. It'll be my third half, but I'm mostly using it for marathon training (running my first mary in December). I was doing great with training but a week of vacation and then a week of being sick sort of threw me off and I missed a long run. I hate that! Good luck with the rest of your training! I have no real tips. I've never run with a fuel belt, and it sounds like this race is pretty well staffed with volunteers, so I doubt you'll need yours. But if you feel more comfortable with it, absolutely wear it! Are you using a training plan? |
| 2008-08-31 2:44 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
Regular 63 Sherman Oaks | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I'll be running this race. I'm going to a Cal football game the day before (my other passion), but this will serve mostly as marathon training for me as well (running my first marathon in November). I ran America's Finest City half in San Diego a few weeks back as my first half marathon and my nutrition strategy wasn't the greatest - I went out too hard and was walking through every aid station at the end when it got hot and hilly. I'm going to pace myself better this time around in San Jose and take some gels or something about halfway into the race, so I'm able to better maintain my pace and energy level. I plan on using the aid stations earlier on as well, so I won't be struggling at the end. |
| 2008-09-01 8:01 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
| Modesto, California | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I ran a little over 11 miles this weekend, the longest before that was 8, this was a huge confidence booster for me because I have been dealing with tendonitis for little over a year. The run went well and I did use my fuel belt to hydrate as well as cool my body. I ran with a 4 10 oz bottle belt and at the end of my run all bottles were gone, I also took in two gels, one before and one half way. It was a great run for me, Im going for 13 this next weekend, I hope it goes as well. |
| 2008-09-02 10:52 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519  San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I love this race...I will be there....I think a few of us are planning on getting together the night before...or right after...so I hope to meet some more BTers that weekend. |
| 2008-09-02 10:59 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=113167&posts=9&start=1 Here is the link to another thread about the same race.... |
| 2008-09-03 10:05 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
| Regular 252 | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I was all set to run this then got hit by a car 2 weeks ago and havent been able to do a thing since. I hope you guys kick some out there!! |
| 2008-09-11 4:58 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon About 4 weeks away...anyone want to meet the Saturday night before for dinner someplace? |
| 2008-09-14 11:18 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
Regular 63 Sherman Oaks | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I'm down to meet for dinner. My brother and I are both running this race - I'm coming up from LA for it. Since he lives in the East Bay, we will go to the Expo to pick up our packets together on Saturday... so maybe something in the San Jose area on Saturday evening? |
| 2008-09-15 8:27 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon That sounds good! Anyone had any ideas on where? I don't eat out a lot, so I am probably not the best person to choose a place. |
| 2008-09-15 6:50 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
Expert 973 Berkeley, Calif. | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I'd LOVE to meet BTers at the race, but I can't do dinner the night before. Is there any way of meeting up the morning of, or after the race? I know, it's a lot to ask. Maybe we can all wear something to stand out? Or post what we'll be wearing? I'd hate to run it and not get to meet anyone! |
| 2008-09-16 8:38 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I can meet afterwards. I am pretty recognizable. I have a tribal tat on my right shoulder/arm with greek letters underneath it. Theatre masks Tatts done with skulls on my left arm...and what looks like Jesus on my Right leg (it is not Jesus, its Prometheus, but most people think it is Jesus). I will probably be wearing black shorts and a grey muscle type running shirt. But will post my actual outfit closer to the race. |
| 2008-09-17 12:58 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Regular 63 Sherman Oaks | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I can't do anything after, since I've got to catch a flight back to LA that afternoon to head home. Maybe for a little while in the post-race area, but that'd be it. I'm down to meet that morning in the crowds somewhere... haha... |
| 2008-09-17 8:31 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon Just sent out some PM's to people to see if they would like to get together before or after the race. Let me know what time works best for people. We may do both. A dinner the night before and lunch after the race. Also, if anyone has any ideas on where they would like to have dinner / lunch, let me know. |
| 2008-09-17 11:13 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon Some co-workers recommend Pizz'a Chicago for lunch after the race. It is within walking distance from the finish line... Let me know if there are any other ideas. I am not sure what to suggest for dinner the night before, something early evening since most of us want to get back and get a good nights sleep. More details in the weeks to come. |
| 2008-09-29 1:25 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon Less than a week to go... I am not sure I can do Lunch or dinner...need to check finances, but I was thinking that there is a Sweet Tomatos on the corner of Coleman and Taylor (in the shopping center that has Target), that would be good for dinner the night before. I am going to say 5pm. If anyone is interested, let me know. |
| 2008-10-01 4:18 PM in reply to: #1703730 |
| Mountain View, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon runningwoof - 2008-09-29 11:25 AM Less than a week to go... I am not sure I can do Lunch or dinner...need to check finances, but I was thinking that there is a Sweet Tomatos on the corner of Coleman and Taylor (in the shopping center that has Target), that would be good for dinner the night before. I am going to say 5pm. If anyone is interested, let me know. Maybe. I'm still on the fence as to whether or not I'm actually going to do it (not well prepared, and had a 70.3 a week and a half ago), but if I am, I'm game for dinner. I'll keep you posted. |
| 2008-10-01 9:12 PM in reply to: #1637106 |
Extreme Veteran 622 Fulton | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon I'm staying with my brother and taking jcnipper out to dinner for his birthday the night before, so I won't be able to meet up with anyone, but good luck to all! I missed my PR in philly 2 weeks ago, so I'm looking to go 7 seconds faster per mile! |
| 2008-10-03 10:22 AM in reply to: #1637106 |
Elite 3519 San Jose, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon Since few have responded with being there or not...and the fact that I am financially challenged...I am going to say that I will see everyone at the race. I will be at the family meet area some where in between P and R... come find me. But I won't be doing dinner or lunch. I do want to meet other BTers tho...so please say hello if you see me. I will be wearing this same shirt and black shorts...just look for my tattoos...see everyone this weekend. |
| 2008-10-03 2:29 PM in reply to: #1715408 |
| Mountain View, CA | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon runningwoof - 2008-10-03 8:22 AM Since few have responded with being there or not...and the fact that I am financially challenged...I am going to say that I will see everyone at the race. I will be at the family meet area some where in between P and R... come find me. But I won't be doing dinner or lunch. I do want to meet other BTers tho...so please say hello if you see me. I will be wearing this same shirt and black shorts...just look for my tattoos...see everyone this weekend. Okay, thanks for the head's up. Hope to see you Sunday! |
| 2008-10-03 5:03 PM in reply to: #1715408 |
Expert 973 Berkeley, Calif. | Subject: RE: Rock 'n' Roll San Jose Half Marathon runningwoof - 2008-10-03 8:22 AM Since few have responded with being there or not...and the fact that I am financially challenged...I am going to say that I will see everyone at the race. I will be at the family meet area some where in between P and R... come find me. But I won't be doing dinner or lunch. I do want to meet other BTers tho...so please say hello if you see me. I will be wearing this same shirt and black shorts...just look for my tattoos...see everyone this weekend. Sorry I couldn't get my act together! I've got friends visiting from out of town and I still don't know what my plans are before or after the race. So annoying. I'll definitely keep an eye out for you (and your tattoos). I love meeting folks from BT -- everyone I've met so far has been awesome. Good luck, everyone! |
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