My career at Conrad Weiser

I don't know what to say but that my years with this team have been some of the best of my life. I spent hours a day with Pete, my coach, and my teammates sweating and working hard. I had a lot of fun and I'll always remember the work we put in together to win counties 3 years in a row and become repeat district champions. I was blessed with great teammates to train with and a great coach to teach me what I know today. Although I didn't perform as well as I'd hoped in my last couple of races, I know that I gave everything I had as a part of this group and although my high school career has ended, I still have a lot to go through. My running career is actually just beginning. Liberty will be a great experience for me. While I'm there though, I will always look back and remember the days with CWXC and know that my love for running originated with the Conrad Weiser Cross Country Team. I love you Clint, James, Nate, MnM, Ryan, P.D., T.J., Andy, David, Alex, and Pete. Thanks for all you've done for me. A lot of people leave high school and lose touch with all of their friends from back home. I know it will be different with you guys though. We've become so close over the years that it will be impossible to not be friends anymore. I'm glad I can say, you guys will always be my friends and family, and even though I'm leaving, I know I'll always be a part of CWXC.

Zach
"Gitch"
Barker

Week Totals

Miles: 21

Saturday May 22

Sadly my season ended today. I had a pretty awful day at districts. I didn't feel good for the last lap and a half and had nothing left to give. I don't know if it was because I was sick this week or I just had nothing to give. My season is over though and although I'm really sad about ending my high school career, it's nice to get a break and look towards college.

Miles: 4

Friday May 21

Today we did 4 200's as a pre race. It went well and I think I'll be ready for tomorrow.

Miles: 3

Thursday May 20

Today we did 1 perimeter and a couple of 100's. We are just getting ready for the district meet on saturday. I'm really excited for it and I hope I can make states!

Miles: 3

Wednesday May 19

Today we did a little bit of speed. We did 4 200's and a 400. I felt alright. It wasn't the greatest I've ever felt but it was good enough.

Miles: 3

Tuesday May 18

Today we all ran on our own. I woke up early this morning to run. I ran 3 miles around my neighborhood in the rain. My legs felt pretty good but I made sure I didn't overdo it.

Miles: 3

Monday May 17

Today we did a speed workout. Nate and I did a mile workout. We did 2 400's, 4 200's and then 2 more 400's. I felt alright but my breathing was a little off. I'm going to go to the doctors tomorrow to get it checked out.

Miles: 5

Week Totals

Miles: 28
Pushups: 80
Situps: 20 minutes

Saturday May 15

I didn't run well again today. I was sick and had a terrible day. I don't even want to write about it.

Miles: 5

Friday May 14

Today we did pre-race. Pete had me do only 2 200's because I was really tired. Hopefully I can get rested up for the 2 mile tomorrow.

Miles: 3

Thursday May 13

Today we did another mini speed workout. We did a couple 200's, a couple 300's and a 400. I didn't feel as great today. I guess that is alright but I need to get better for Saturday.

Miles: 4
Pushups: 40
Situps: 10 minutes

Wednesday May 12

Today we ran through Womelsdorf. I felt pretty good again and we ran pretty well. It was about a 6 mile run.

Miles: 6

Tuesday May 11

Today we raced against Oley. The only race I did was the mile and it went really well. I ran a 4:26 in the rain and had a lot of fun running it. I had a nice warmup and cool down too and I'm ready for championship season.

Miles: 5

May 10

Today we did a mini speed workout. We did 2 200's, 3 400's, and then 2 200's. I felt really good and ran really really well. I'm ready for tomorrow. We are racing Oley and I'm going to try to run a really fast mile time.

Miles: 5
Pushups: 40
Situps: 7.5 minutes

Week Totals

Miles: 26
Pushups: 60
Situps: 20 minutes

Saturday May 8

Today I raced the mile and the 800. I placed 6th in the mile and 7th in the 800. I guess it was alright but I know I can do a lot better. I think I was still a little down from the 2 mile yesterday. The times weren't that great because of the wind but what can you do about the weather.

Miles: 5

Friday May 7

Today we raced the 2 mile. It didn't go so well for me. I was trying to go for a really good time but it didn't happen for me. I got 2nd with a 9:52. Maybe the 2 mile just isn't for me anymore but I will try it again one more time.

Miles: 4

Thursday May 6

Today we did pre-race for the 2 mile tomorrow. We did 4 200's and jogged a couple of laps. Then we did 40 pushups and 10 minutes of abs.

Miles: 3
Pushups: 40
Situps: 10 minutes

Wednesday May 5

Today Andy, PD, and I ran Masters. It was a fun run and we played frisbee while running also. When we got back we did 10 minutes of abs and 20 pushups.

Miles: 4
Pushups: 20
Situps: 10 minutes