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Vibram speedwork SUCCESS!

November 13, 2010 by MCM Mama 12 Comments

I had a pretty stressful week this week and part of that has been not having time to run much.  So, this morning when Beer Geek suggested I run, despite having a HUGE to do list before the dinner, I took him up on it.

I’m toying with the idea of running a local 5k in my Vibrams next weekend.  They actually have a barefoot division and it sounds like a bunch of local barefoot/minimalist runners will be going.  I decided I needed to get in a 5k this morning in the Vibrams if I wanted to do the race.  I headed out with no plans for speed and in fact, did the first mile in 10:38.  At the end of the first mile, I decided I wanted to just see if I could hit my 5k pace or not.  I finished that mile in 8:04.  Hmm, that went well.  So, I recovered for a half mile and decided to do it again.  I hit that one in 7:55, which doesn’t actually tell the whole story.  I did the first three quarters of that mile in 7:35!  Then I hit a huge hill and it crushed me.  Well, hello, speed, it’s nice to spend some time with you!  I then did a really slow milish cooldown and ended up with 4.3 miles for the day.

Now, I’m done running, I’m in a fabulous mood, and I’m starting in on getting the house ready for the dinner tonight.  Have a great weekend!  I’ll catch up with you all tomorrow night.  Turning off the computer in 3…2…1…

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  1. Marlene says

    November 13, 2010 at 4:02 pm

    Way to go on the speedy Vibram run! Awesome that the 5K has a barefoot division. Sounds like you're all set!Enjoy dinner!!

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  2. Medievalist says

    November 13, 2010 at 4:50 pm

    Wow, way to go! Glad it was such a successful run!

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  3. Julie says

    November 13, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    Do it! I want to hear what you think about wearing those Vibrams for a 5K. You are kicking some butt wearing those babies:) Nice job!

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  4. Lisa says

    November 13, 2010 at 5:30 pm

    Great job on that speedwork!

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  5. Rene' says

    November 13, 2010 at 5:51 pm

    I almost bought a pair the other day to use on the treadmill. i don't think that i am there yet though. great run!

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  6. Amy says

    November 13, 2010 at 7:18 pm

    That's so cool that there's a barefoot division – I've never seen that before!Nice job on the run! You've earned that beer tonight!

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  7. Katie A. says

    November 13, 2010 at 8:30 pm

    Whoo hoo! Nice work! DO IT in the vibrams!Have fun tonight!

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  8. teacherwoman says

    November 13, 2010 at 8:40 pm

    Great job on the speedwork!

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  9. Angie Bee says

    November 14, 2010 at 12:39 am

    I concur! Go for the 5k 🙂 It will be fun and jealous that theres a barefoot division!!

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  10. MomRunningFromCancer says

    November 14, 2010 at 3:48 am

    Hope your dinner party goes well. Sounds like your feet and legs are ready for a race in your vibram's. Have fun!

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  11. Jamie says

    November 14, 2010 at 5:50 am

    Nice work on the vibram speedwork! you sound ready for the 5k!

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  12. Viper says

    November 15, 2010 at 7:43 pm

    I have yet to really test the speed limits of my new Vibrams. However, I had some fun on the trails for the first time in them this weekend. Cheers!

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