Run Dave Run

A couple weeks back, I signed up for The Human Race 10k presented by Nike. This is a really cool race because it will be held in 25 cities around the world on August 31st, and the last race of the day will be in Los Angeles.

Usually Nike holds some sort of race in the early fall that ends with a concert. In past years, featured artists included: Vanilla Ice, Naughty by Nature and MC Hammer. This year, it is KANYE WEST! Not too shabby.

The race is 50 days away, so I have just enough time to get myself in running shape for this. I’ve spent the last few months focusing on my strength and weight loss at the gym. Although I’ve kind of fallen off the wagon over the past couple weeks, due to my ridiculous social schedule, I am ready to start training again.

On Monday the 7th, I started my training program that will end on August 31st with a 10k. During the weeks ahead, I will mix up maintainence runs with cross training. Also at the end of each week, I will have one “long run” that will get longer as the weeks pass.

Below is the training program that I have created for myself. I used a similar program for my past marathons:

I came across this great blog post from Burundi Olympic marathon hopeful Gilbert Tuhabonye.

I’ve signed up for two upcoming races:

1. Heart of Holladay 5k Classic–This is a 5k in Salt Lake City. I plan on running this with some friends. It should be fun! June 14, 2008

2. Nike Human Race 10k–This race takes place in several cities around the world. In Los Angeles, the course is near USC. Details to follow. August 31, 2008

I’d like to get in a few more 5k’s through the summer. Any suggestions?

Goal Weight: 225 lbs.

February 2, 2006 314 lbs.
March, 3, 2007 278 lbs.
May 18, 2008 247 lbs.
May 28, 2008 244 lbs

Total Weight Loss to Date: 70lbs!
19 lbs to go!!!

This is off-topic, but still worth noting. Today, I felt better and decided to go to the Griffith Park Observatory.The weather was PERFECT! Slightly cool and cloudy.

Parking was scarce, and the nearest spot was about a mile and a half away. I almost drove home, but decided to park in what seemed to be the closest spot.

Then, my uphill battle began. It was a gorgeous hike, and I took many pictures along the way, and even at the top. The walk back down was great too.

This slideshow shows some highlights. Enjoy!