Wk of Jan. 20th-- WISH Walking/Running Club

[chimera]

Hello everyone!

For those new to us, we are a group of people who are planning to participate in walking/running events throughout the year. For most of us, the ultimate goal is to train and compete in the annual WDW Half/Full marathons. We'll also be posting news and training for various other events throughout the year. We range from non-running beginners to triathletes. Come join us, whether you're training for an event or walking/running for fitness!



New WISH Team members. If you read one thing over and over, believe this. Being part of this team is fantastic. Part of the ride you get for the event is what I call the roller coaster. There will be lots of ups and downs. The more you post here, the more you will find yourself enjoying the ride. It is an incredible journey. Don't be afraid, shy or whatever to come here and just post up anything. You don't have to know us right away, or all of us at all. You will get to know some of us. It makes the event you are enjoying have MORE meaning and we love to have you.

WISH Racing Team

akasleepingbeauty Rhonda TX
AKBabe Jennifer MD
aladdinsgirl Krista OH
AmyBeth68 Amy NJ
andromedaslove Dana FL
angietuck2 Angie FL
araishin Chet FL
ArelysAdriana FL
AuntieM03 Michelle
beckyb29 Becky NC
BiggerTigger Jeff FL
Big Vic Vic FL
blizzard Carol AB
Calcio Craig MA
cdn gal eeyore Leana Alberta
cguill Chuck MO
chimera Mel FL
Chropistopy Christy GA
Cindylou Cindy
Cruella de Mom Cecilia GA
crzy4pooh Lynnda FL
DaddyBeast Kevin TX
deekaypee ND
Dennyha Denny SC
DianeL Diane
disneybelle Darcey NJ
DJBounce Darcey IA
Duanerice Duane FL
EPCOTDUDE Bob NJ
escape Susie AR
fan_of_small_world Cari NJ
gatorphipps Christa NC
getnthinr Wendy NC
ginnyfavers Amanda FL
goingthedistance Paul NM
goofyguy1958 Mike
Goofyin08forErica Erica KY
goofyinohio Chris OH
gsu1988 Ken GA
Hey Mickey Erica NY
HMHunters Renee
Hockeychic Kim CAN
hockeygirl Laurie NY
Honeibee Judy NY
hoosmi Jen GA
ironz TX
jeanneg Jeanne NC
Jen117 Jen WI
jimmduck
jims2cool Jim IL
jmasgat Maura MI
Jodi Jodi CT
karebear1 Karen OR
Kareneast Karen NJ
keenercam Cam DE
KeenHo Howard DE
KelNottAt Kelley MD
Kira G Kira PA
klh-or Karla OR
Kristi1357 Kristi NH
Larahb Lara PA
lenshanem Shan
Lexxiefern Becky MA
Lisa Loves Pooh Lisa FL
littlegreydonkey Helen AU
lourodrigis Lou NJ
maherae Anne FL
MarkMichaels Mark IA
MelRhoads Melissa AR
Minigirl Eva
Minnie Suzy
MomofCKJ Allyson MA
momoftwogirls Kathy VA
monte Monica CO
Moonie NC
MouseDogMom Jackie NC
Mouse Skywalker Dave NY
MrsTrx Tracey FL
msblrobs Sara NY
ms.mightyduck NJ
nepatsfan73 Bill CT
nucpharm29 Stephanie AR
NYCpa Kathy NY
ohMom Molli OH
Optimator Mike
padisneyfan Nancy PA
panthergirl Susan NC
Paull117 Paul WI
perfectmatch300 Nancy FL
plutosmyfav Sunny MA
princessmomma/Theta Colleen NC
princessrunner Lisa ME
Pungodingy Angie NH
RedDragon Martha MA
rKyDeX Chester FL
rosy1020 Kristin Japan
RunningLilo Dena FL
runwdw2008 Dona
Sandy321 Sandy IL
sap1227 Christy FL
ScoJo15 Scott GA
scoolover Scott CT
scuba diver Jim FL
SilverE Steve ME
SirBouncealot Andrew IA
skfulkers Steve OH
solotraveler Kevin MI
Space Ranger John
stitch lover sith Erin
TEK224 Terri PA
Texa Tina
thndrmatt Matt FL
tiberius Richard
TiffJ Tiffany AL
TigerLily03 Lily OH
Tinks Vicki IL
TNTsParty Tricia FL
twotoohappy Liz MA
TXAng TX
TXBelle Heather TX
Valentine Kathy NY
Villains Rock Eva OH
WDWfan 9 Pat IL
westcliffemom Stacey CO
wfloyd Bill FL
windwalker Dave KY
Worfiedoodles Maria MA
wtpclc Carrie MI
xterratri Lynne ME
zoegirl Bree NC

[chimera]

I did 3 slow miles this morning in dense fog (100% humidity :scared1: ) Visibility was easily less than half a mile. Sure was nice getting up at 7:30 instead of 5 to do a LR though ::yes:: Time was 37:35 for a 12:32 pace.

I have done some of the annual WISH team list housecleaning. For new folks, I try to trim the list of screen names that seem like we havent seen them around in awhile. If you're still out there, please let me know and I'll add you back in. Nothing personal, my memory's not always as sharp as it could be :joker:

My personal question for this week: I think Carrie's planning another shirt order soon. Would anyone be interested in getting WISH team tech shirts in addition to the classic WISH shirt? The last two WDW weekends have been warm and we have folks doing races all over the place and throughout the year so I was thinking something a little lighter in weight. Chester mentioned these guys awhile back and I saw their booth at the Expo:
http://www.raceready.com/men/4050.html
They have mens/womens Tshirts and singlets. Looks like they would do team merchandise for us. I think it would be more expensive than our classic shirts, but would be well worth it for folks training and racing in warmer weather. If anyone's interested, please PM or post.

Just a note...this starts the fifth training year for the WISH team :woohoo: Thanks to those of you from the 2005 races that were an inspiration to so many of us: Lily, Lynnda, Bill, Heather, Sunny?, who am I missing that's still with us?

:welcome: to all our new folks! It's great to see so many people joining us! If I've missed adding your name to the list, just jump up and down or holler :yay:

Jen...want to come down for Minnie and we'll call it #4 races together :woohoo:

Y'all doing the Krispy Kreme challenge have to promise to post pictures!

We're thinking about POR/POFQ/OKW for next year's marathon weekend, but I'm a bit worried about how crowded the buses might be. Any thoughts from those of you that stayed there this year?

[goofyinohio]

Please add me to the list. :yay:

I did 6 miles today after doing 5 on Thursday. My body has responded well after the Marathon so I'm very happy. It took me 70 minutes today to get in just over 6 miles. Of course it's freezing here at close to 0 so I was on the treadmill.

Chris in Ohio.

[Valentine]

Mel, I am soooo on that Shirt Idea... I promised Carrie I would NOT miss this order!!! LOL!! I think alot of folks would like the idea of the new shirt design.. just from conversations I heard over the weekend. I would like ANY shirt to wear!! (Thanks Anne for my Scream Team shirt!!!... I felt like someone important in it!!! :) You are the Best!!!!) :thumbsup2

Kathy

[Optimator]

Mel - I would love a more techy tech shirt. Love the current ones, but those suckers are HOT!:furious:

I would like ANY shirt to wear!! (Thanks Anne for my Scream Team shirt!!!... I felt like someone important in it!!! :) You are the Best!!!!) :thumbsup2
Kathy
Kathy - Did I miss it? Were you going around sans shirt prior to running into Anne? :confused3 I'm sure I would have noticed if you were topless when we got on the bus together at Pop Saturday morning!

[princessrunner]

Mel: I am in on the tech shirt idea also. I gave my mom and aunt my shirts to wear for the half this past weekend as I knew I would melt if I wore one. I did find a lime green tech shirt to wear but definitely not as noticeable and those glowing WISH shirts!! I think your idea is tops! :thumbsup2

Today is off for me (I've had a lot of those lately) and of course, I am parked on the sofa at 3 p.m. today for the Pats game!!!! Next week is back to normal for me. I need to find a marathon for this year to give me a goal. I'd love to find one in a place for family vacation besides WDW (DH has grounded me :confused: ) so any ideas for warm places in the fall/early winter that have an awesome (and hopefully flat) course would be welcomed!! :rolleyes:

[westcliffemom]

Tech shirts sound good. Also, I was wondering if someone will ever do a hat order again? My friend that was scream teaming for the half for me said that I should of gotten a hat, that's what they saw first even before the shirts! '

I did 3 miles yesterday, slowly, just getting back into the groove. I thought it was strange last night sleeping though, I got a charley horse, which I've never had problems with!

[nepatsfan73]

Mel Yes to the tech shirt for this naturally insulated guy. One consideration -- the shirts you linked seem to be a type of waffle weave. Does anyone know whether this may affect printing on them? I don't have any experience as to whether tech shirts from races are a similar waffle type material. Also, thinking outside the box and not based on personal experience, might such a material require extra Bodygliding for men to avoid "the Day After" video, white dress shirt isue?

Kathy/Valentine--:scared1: Now I miss not being there so as to miss you folks after even more.

I'm not sure if there is any thought as to a new design for the team shirt, but I just wanted to add that on other forums on which I lurk, I've seen several posts by people who saw the WISH shirts at WDW and the DLF>DNF>>DNS motto was mentioned as inspiring them during the events.

GO PATS

[Big Vic]

Good morning everyone! Man, feels weird not having to get ready for a LR this morning.

My blisters are finally healing up. I have never experienced blisters this bad before. Not fun. Hopefully, I can get back on the road/TM this week.

Mel - I'm in for the tech shirt deal. Also, the buses at POR, to the marathon, are fine. Can't speak for normal traveling to and from the parks.

[windwalker]

Mel


Kathy - Did I miss it? Were you going around sans shirt prior to running into Anne? :confused3 I'm sure I would have noticed if you were topless when we got on the bus together at Pop Saturday morning!


Now Now, I can't have our pretty princesses running around in various stages of undress unless I can be there to watch over them. They are so very precious to us all don't cha know.

I like the idea of new techy shirts, I do a lot of races in the spring and summer in WISH Team attire. Let the new company know that those shirts are to be made with love and sprinkled with pixey dust.

Anyone else still feel a deep down tiredness besides me?

I'm tired of cold weather, I wanna go back to DisneyWorld. I was trying to decribe to a co-worker yesterday about how when you are there it really is like being in a different world. She couldn't quite grasp it, Disney is wasted on the young anyway. You have to be seasoned to really feel the magic.

Have a great day y'all.

Coffee craving Panda:hippie:

[ms.mightyduck]

First, thank you so much for including me! :banana:

I LOVE the tech shirt idea. My only comment is that for some of us ladies who have a certain body shape, a crew neck shirt is not flattering, and with the way a sports bra works, I need a v-neck. I'm not sure if they'll be accommodating to mens vs womens styles--I'm pretty small and men's sizes make me look silly.... I don't know if I'm the only one who has that concern, though. Just my feedback. :)

Third, the only issue with POR when we stayed there last summer is that the way it is laid out, some people have a LONG walk to the bus stop, and for regular park touring, the wait can be long. We weren't on a time crunch, but we did get soaked walking to the bus stop, and we had a "close" room.

Finally, yesterday was DAY ONE for my new training program. I started with a slow walk and then maintained 3.3-3.8 for most of the time for 3.5 miles (I walked for 3.5 miles in 65 minutes). Today my ankles are tight. My shoes were fitted for me at a running store, so I'm wondering if that's a "I need more strength in my ankles" issue vs. "I need different shoes" issue. Any ideas?

My butt is also a little sore. I told my husband that I suppose walking uses different butt muscles than sitting on the sofa... :rolleyes1

[Mouse Skywalker]

Good Morning TEAM: :surfweb:

Mel- Thanks for starting the thread as always. I'd be up for a cool max WISH shirt. I checked out the "workout singlets" and they look nice too. Are we thinking Lime or Yellow? Thanks for looking into it, and I think SteelerSteve has a Race Ready shirt. Maybe he can comment on how he likes them.

Would people be interested in another team sock order again? Maybe there's some more enthusiasm now that everyone's back from WDW.

I ran yesterday for the first time in almost 10 days. I've been having some hip irritation lately, and I decided to rest it. I think it is the dreaded ITB syndrome. I had been solely working out on the exercise bike in the meantime. Saturday is my Fleet Feet group run so I figured I would give it a try. It was an adequate run - not great, but not horrible either. My left hip was a little tight and sore, but not too bad. But my legs just felt tight in general. I'm chalking that up to all the biking I was doing (which I've never done before), and the fact I hadn't run in 10 days. I did 6.6 miles in a little over an hour for ~9:20 mpm. It was good to get out there and going again.

DIS UNPLUGGED PODCAST PHOTO CONTEST
I'm begging for HELP from my WISH teammates! Please vote for my Podcast Photo Contest Pics! Could I recruit some of my friends/teammates to check out some of my photos and vote if you like any. Thanks. If you want to vote for a photo, I think you need to log into the photopost site. Click the login link in the upper right hand corner of the blue box.

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=93578

[Larahb]

Mel, I would love to get in on ANY WISH shirt order! :) Being a newbie, I don't have any WISH gear yet except the wonderful backpackss which are awesome and very generous!!! So, I'd be up for tech and/or cotton. I'd also be up for socks! So easy to please!:lmao:
Started the Biggest Loser 6-week workout program yesterday a.m. then did the Sansone 3-mile walk at home last night (too cold to go out). Sure is different to walk--I'm sore in my hips and thighs--and butt, too!

[Larahb]

Good Morning TEAM: :surfweb:

Mel- Thanks for starting the thread as always. I'd be up for a cool max WISH shirt. I checked out the "workout singlets" and they look nice too. Are we thinking Lime or Yellow? Thanks for looking into it, and I think SteelerSteve has a Race Ready shirt. Maybe he can comment on how he likes them.

Would people be interested in another team sock order again? Maybe there's some more enthusiasm now that everyone's back from WDW.

I ran yesterday for the first time in almost 10 days. I've been having some hip irritation lately, and I decided to rest it. I think it is the dreaded ITB syndrome. I had been solely working out on the exercise bike in the meantime. Saturday is my Fleet Feet group run so I figured I would give it a try. It was an adequate run - not great, but not horrible either. My left hip was a little tight and sore, but not too bad. But my legs just felt tight in general. I'm chalking that up to all the biking I was doing (which I've never done before), and the fact I hadn't run in 10 days. I did 6.6 miles in a little over an hour for ~9:20 mpm. It was good to get out there and going again.

DIS UNPLUGGED PODCAST PHOTO CONTEST
I'm begging for HELP from my WISH teammates! Please vote for my Podcast Photo Contest Pics! Could I recruit some of my friends/teammates to check out some of my photos and vote if you like any. Thanks. If you want to vote for a photo, I think you need to log into the photopost site. Click the login link in the upper right hand corner of the blue box.

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=93578

Dave, just viewed/voted and you have some really fun shots! Good luck! I love the Pooh picture and the Castle with the ears! What adorable girls!!

[Mouse Skywalker]

Dave, just viewed/voted and you have some really fun shots! Good luck! I love the Pooh picture and the Castle with the ears! What adorable girls!!Oh, thank you soooo much. I really appreciate your comments, and your voting.

[lenshanem]

I would love a tech shirt. I ordered the sleeveless shirt last time and it is like a dress on me - I'm not quite even sure I could run in it. I was glad I got the hat, too. If we do tech shirts I'll order for both DH and myself.


I thought this Krispy Kreme thing you guys were talking about was a joke! OMG, I love it! :lmao:

Got a short easy run today but it is 15 degrees and it says it feels like 3!!! :eek: And I'm in Atlanta! Sooo, I think I am gonna wait until this afternoon. :surfweb:

[MomofCKJ]

Thanks for including this newbie too! I'm from MA if you want to add that next time you update the list---GO PATS! :banana:

I would love any shirt being new and excited to be on the WISH team! Tell me when and where to order and I'll do it!

I am still just using our elliptical to get this body used to the idea of consistant exercise. I am pretty proud of myself, I only missed one day this week and logged a total of 13 miles, that is a big deal for me!

I want to go to a recommended shoe store next week and get a real pair of running shoes. I have some walking sneakers right now but I want someone to fit me and get the right pair. I have very narrow feet and I feel like I turn in my foot (is that pronating?). What tips do you have for someone getting their first pair of shoes? What should I look for?

Allyson

[ms.mightyduck]

If yesterday was my first training day, and I know I can't work out on Tuesday because I need to get a cracked tooth fixed at the dentist (which will involve valium because someone is dentist-phobic :rolleyes1 ), should I do yoga or pilates today to stretch the tight bits and then walk again tomorrow (Monday)? My schedule has me walking Saturday AND Sunday and then Tuesday, and I am thinking three treadmill days to start may be too much? :confused3

Any feedback would be appreciated. I have a full afternoon/evening and think getting the workout done in the morning may be the best way to keep it from getting "bumped" on my days off....

[ms.mightyduck]

I want to go to a recommended shoe store next week and get a real pair of running shoes. I have some walking sneakers right now but I want someone to fit me and get the right pair. I have very narrow feet and I feel like I turn in my foot (is that pronating?). What tips do you have for someone getting their first pair of shoes? What should I look for?

Allyson

Hi, Allyson! I'm new here too!

I'm far from an expert, but I went to a running specialty store and got fitted for shoes. He had me walk in my socks with my pant legs rolled up so he could see how my body mechanics work and he said that the overpronation (rolling in) was mild (I would have said it was a lot, but I had been treated for it as a child and didn't realize how much they had corrected!). He then pulled out several different shoes that worked for me (stability shoes for mild pronation) and I walked around in each pair. I also tried on each pair in two sizes to be sure they were the best fit. Because I have a small bunion and I mentioned that the trim there often rubs, he immediately eliminated the pair that included that.

He did the same for my husband, who IS a runner (!), and let him jog the parking lot to check fit. If you are going to a specialty store and not the mall, I would let them do their job and go by how they feel.

Oh, and I wasn't allowed to LOOK at the shoes--he said if I thought they were "cute," bonus! But that I shouldn't let appearance guide me.

Good luck! I think my new running shoes *are* cute, but I also know it isn't important. :)

And 13 elliptical miles--wow!

BTW, I sat one night and read your trip report--really well done! I was entertained!

[nucpharm29]

Morning teammates!! SO glad I'm not having to get out for a LR this am. It's cold here! And just so my team feels a little love here this am--GO PACK GO!!!! I really want to see Favre win--and then take down oh-brady-what's-his-face in the Super Bowl! Sorry Pats fans....but even though we have team ties to the pats, once a Packer, always a Packer!

Dave--didn't post any comments on the pics (did I need to?) But I did vote--love the WISH photos--especially the ones of the family!

[hoosmi]

Love the idea of a tech shirt. I only realized at marathon weekend that I needed WISH stuff for my scream team too! I was able to give them a shirt, visor, and hat (good thing I don't pack light!) So I want some for me and my peeps!:cool1:

I have race ready shorts (the ones with the pockets). They are a nice light material. I wore them for the full and had no problems. Don't know about the shirts, but the shorts are great. I'd love a v-neck too if possible, but whatever we can get is fine!

Got to go vote on some pictures now.:thumbsup2

Jen in GA

[Sandy321]

:welcome: Allyson, and more welcomes MsMighty!!

I too feel "new" here - but its such a warm fuzzy welcoming TEAM - that you really arent new for long - maybe a post or two!! *G

Shoes What Ms Might said - :rotfl2: at the "cute" part - because, sorry, I dont care how good they feel I refuse to wear an ugly shoe - of course I wear crocs, so my idea of "ugly" may be impaired!! :rotfl2: :rotfl2: I pronate - severe - and have long feet - they made me try on a size 12 :scared1: That really bummed me out - - until I ran in the Half!! :woohoo: I didnt appreciate those shoes until I ran the half!! They were just "ok" shoes - until I ran the Half!! I'm going back to the specialty shoe store and give them a (hug)!! They also recommended socks - I was mighty skeptical (I have size 12, and I'm running a half - dont I need bigger socks.... "trust me" - and darned if he wasnt right on!!) I'm going to talk him into ordering the goo blocks!! I need those things!!

Allyson thanks also for posting your progress - its a big deal for me too!! I keep thinking of the Biggest Loser show, and get back on and try and go for just 30 min... It IS a big deal!! WTG!!

Jen do you have the long shorts? I made dh buy the race ready with pockets at the Expo - he LOVES them!! I would just like a bit of "coverage" in the length! but I want pockets and NO MORE fanny pak!!

Shirts good point on needing a scream team shirt - is it at all possible to get a shirt in by the Shamrock Shuffle, I'd love to order one for future daughter in law and ds!! (either way I'll be ordering 2 or more!)
(eta - that race is coming up faster than an order - but no worries - we'll be ready for the CDC!!) woohoo!!

[ms.mightyduck]

They also recommended socks - I was mighty skeptical

I bought coolmax socks (I forget which brand) that have no stitching because I HATE getting little rubby bits on my feet from bunched up stitching. Well worth the money, except that DH wears the same size socks so I can see them getting mixed up! But well worth the money, I thought.

Amazon sometimes has good deals on bulk goo blocks, too, if you are willing to buy in bulk. I bought a variety of goos and gels and things to try to make sure none of it upsets my stomach--not something I want to discover mid-event!

[TEK224]

Count me in for a Tech shirt, too.

If they're sized llike the Disney marathon shirts, that's great. They fit me well and are so comfy. Not too tight and not too loose.

Also, got so many good comments on the shirt during the races.

Terri

[Kira G.]

Good morning everyone!

Count me in on the shirt order. I'll be happy to let the rest of you with more running/racing experience figure out what would be the best style to get. Right now, it is so cold here that I can't imagine running in a sleeveless shirt!

Well, I've completed my first two weeks and run consistently 3 times a week both weeks! Yay! I'm only running 2-2 1/2 miles each time, but I really feel good about it.

On to week three! Thanks for being here. Every time I've started this before I've been on my own, and it makes such a difference to have a team behind me.

[Worfiedoodles]

I can never have too many WISH shirts, I'm in, too!

Maria

[chimera]

Shirts...I was looking at the lime colored shirts as that is traditionally the disboards color. They didn't have the womens vneck on the website in lime, but I sent an email asking about other options. They do seem to have more styles in yellow so we could consider another color option if everyone's in agreement (please don't make me wear yellow...please don't make me wear yellow). Same front and back design...it's been working well for a long time, though a lot of folks confuse us with the Make a Wish foundation. We tried to make it more obvious that wasn't us after the first year, but no luck so far.

Bill...my best answer to your questions is I don't know. I think Chester ran the full in a RaceReady lime green tank so he'd be the one to ask. The club outfitting page says they print on a variety of fabrics so we may be able to get swatches before we order. They do have a page on the website with local retailers listed so you could check out their products, but unfortunately, none listed in MA.

Since we're talking about gear, any interest in more WISH bracelets? I was thinking about placing another order sometime later this year. Here's what they looked like last time:

WISH Team Message Bracelets (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1166587)

[ms.mightyduck]

Shirts...I was looking at the lime colored shirts as that is traditionally the disboards color. They didn't have the womens vneck on the website in lime, but I sent an email asking about other options. They do seem to have more styles in yellow so we could consider another color option if everyone's in agreement (please don't make me wear yellow...please don't make me wear yellow). Same front and back design...it's been working well for a long time, though a lot of folks confuse us with the Make a Wish foundation. We tried to make it more obvious that wasn't us after the first year, but no luck so far.




I'm with you on the yellow. I noticed on the site it did say that they had other colors for team order, so I was hoping that that would work (scoopnecks work, but I didn't see ANY of those....).

[jeanneg]

Mel,
I would definitely be interested in ordering several bracelets. I must have missed the order the last time.
Also, a tech style shirt would be good, but I think it's really important to keep the color WISH green. I can't tell you what an advantage it was as both a spectator and a participant to spot WISHers from so far away. My kids did not wear WISH shirts and my husband almost missed seeing them (they actually spotted him with the shirt). Me, he could see a mile away and was able to take photos. In fact, when I was cheering for the half, my son told me I actually snubbed a fellow WISHer unintentionally. Apparently she was running with a little WISH sign instead of a t-shirt. My focus was on a WISHer just a few yards behind that had a shirt and so I never saw the person with the little sign. After she passed, my son said, "Gee Mom that was harsh. She looked right at you and you didn't even acknowledge her" So to whomever that WISHer was, I sincerely apologize. It was not my intention to snub you, but next time PLEASE wear a shirt...even if you have to borrow one.

[Kristi1357]

I love the idea of new shirts. I think Chad might even want one now.
I never in a million years thought I'd say this, but...
I prefer staying green, rather than yellow. The lime stands out alot more and we all are conditioned to recognize it at this point.

And was someone talking about goo? ;)

[AmyBeth68]

In fact, when I was cheering for the half, my son told me I actually snubbed a fellow WISHer unintentionally. Apparently she was running with a little WISH sign instead of a t-shirt. My focus was on a WISHer just a few yards behind that had a shirt and so I never saw the person with the little sign. After she passed, my son said, "Gee Mom that was harsh. She looked right at you and you didn't even acknowledge her" So to whomever that WISHer was, I sincerely apologize.

That was probably me with my WiSH fabric...and it did work for most of the wishers out there along the course but definitely it was missed on a few occasions LOL. I am a very superstitious person (in terms of sports) and I always wear my race shirt from the previous race that I did. So I had my San Jose shirt on (lime green mind you) and used my wish shirt logo in lime green as a fabric sign for when i passed any wishers either on or along the course, wore it around my race belt and held it up every time I saw Wishers. I didn't feel snubbed out there :)....I realized that it wasn't always noticed when I held it up past Wishers....but I know that there were several of us without the shirts on and for the most part it worked ok. With that said it's VERY easy to spot the scream teams (I would wear the shirt for cheering...this year I did both races so couldn't scream). And it's pretty cool to see those shirts as you come running up along someone. :goodvibes For me....I wear the tech shirts from my previous race as good luck....so I'm not meaning to be disrespectful at all of the WiSh Green :). It's a VERY comforting color out there along the course and I will carry my green fabric with me for all my races as a security blanket of sorts. :hug:

[Big Vic]

Shirts...I was looking at the lime colored shirts as that is traditionally the disboards color. They didn't have the womens vneck on the website in lime, but I sent an email asking about other options. They do seem to have more styles in yellow so we could consider another color option if everyone's in agreement (please don't make me wear yellow...please don't make me wear yellow). Same front and back design...it's been working well for a long time, though a lot of folks confuse us with the Make a Wish foundation. We tried to make it more obvious that wasn't us after the first year, but no luck so far.


I vote we stay with lime-green.

[windwalker]

I vote we stay with lime-green.


I vote to keep the WISH color like it is now. A possible change is make RACING TEAM a little larger under the WISH on the front. I like that color because I can see my mates from a long way off.

Frozen Panda:hippie:

[goofyinohio]

I would like a shirt as well. It would make it easier for me to me fellow WISH folks as I'm very shy.

[GinnyFavers]

You can add me! I'm trying to "walk out of obesity", and I've plunked down my $100 for the Jan 2009 1/2 Marathon!

I did a mile today in 24 minutes, just walking for now, but I wasn't winded. Believe it or not, that's a huge improvement from where I was 9 months ago, before I started getting up and moving.

I have no idea if my body, at age 41, after years of being out of shape and overweight can do 3 1/2 hours of 16 minute miles, but I'm going to try!

I haven't told my husband or family, co-workers or friends what I'm doing. I'd rather keep it a secret until I know I'm really keeping my commitments to myself and really going to go run/walk this thing. You guys will be my only outlet to talk about it, so thanks in advance! :-)

ginnyfavers
Amanda - Belcamp, MD

[ScoJo15]

I think the lime green just has to stay! It's so easy to spot the WISH scream team while out there on the course...the shirts are very noticable and there are very few other groups wearing that color (I only noticed one or two all weekend).

I've managed to get back to working out again after a few days of much needed post-Goofy rest. I did 30 minutes on the elliptical on Friday, 30 minutes again Saturday morning followed by 15 minutes on the stationary bike, and then completed 4 miles (9:01 mpm) on the treadmill this morning along with 15 more minutes on the stationary bike. My heart rate was higher than normal but I suppose that is due to all of the repair work going on inside my body, along with the "overtraining" feeling after a big race like that.

I think I'll keep it low key this week...running a couple of times, no more than 4 miles...while adding in some cross training and pilates for the core.

I'm hoping to finalize my 2008 race plan on Monday. Right now it's looking like either Minnie or Pig in May....the DL half in August....and the Goofy Challenge again in January. I'm not sure how I feel about running in a race catered to women, but I did notice a substantial amount of WISHers doing it with their siginificant others...and I'd be running with a woman, so I guess that would make it acceptable :goodvibes:

Good luck to all of those training today, as well as all of those just taking a nice rest...it is well deserved!

[Kira G.]

You can add me! I'm trying to "walk out of obesity", and I've plunked down my $100 for the Jan 2009 1/2 Marathon!

I did a mile today in 24 minutes, just walking for now, but I wasn't winded. Believe it or not, that's a huge improvement from where I was 9 months ago, before I started getting up and moving.

I have no idea if my body, at age 41, after years of being out of shape and overweight can do 3 1/2 hours of 16 minute miles, but I'm going to try!

I haven't told my husband or family, co-workers or friends what I'm doing. I'd rather keep it a secret until I know I'm really keeping my commitments to myself and really going to go run/walk this thing. You guys will be my only outlet to talk about it, so thanks in advance! :-)

ginnyfavers
Amanda - Belcamp, MD

GOOD FOR YOU, Amanda, and welcome from a fellow newbie who will also be running the half next year.

Of course you can do it! You've already taken the hardest step. I look forward to getting to know you during the next year, and seeing you next January! :woohoo:

[Maherae]

DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP ON THE CALENDAR

I can't always be reading every post to catch team mates and their events. ;)

:welcome: Kira and Amanda! (and others I've missed!! :flower3:

That's one of the things this training thread is great for...:woohoo: when ya done good and :cool1: (that's kicking your ...) when you need it.

Scott...DO IT!! ;)

AmyBeth, you were flying along that course!! By the time we saw your WISH cloth..you were gone!! :lmao: It was a good thing that we were at the turn around, so we could get another chance to yell for you!!

[TXBelle]

I'm only running 2-2 1/2 miles each time, but I really feel good about it.

Kira- You are not running ONLY 2-2 1/2 miles each time. OMG! You are running 2-2 1/2 miles each time! :banana: That is something to be celebrated, and you should feel good about it. You rock! :cool1: Welcome to the WISH team. There is no "only" here, just support and encouragement.

Amanda- Welcome to the WISH team! Thanks for joining us! Please feel free to share all your training with us. We promise not to tell DH or the rest of your family until you are ready to share. ;) You are on the right track and are doing a great job. You have set a reasonable goal for yourself. When I started training for the WDW 1/2 in April 2004 I was walking 22 minute miles. You can do this!

Mel- Let me just say "No way!" to yellow. I do not have one item of clothing in my closet that is yellow, and I do not plan to start now. :lmao: I agree that lime green is the way to go. I also love the idea of getting team shirts from race ready or another vendor. My DH has a couple of race ready shirts, and he loves them.

[Texa]

Ginnyfavers - You can do it. I was where you are a year ago and I finished the 1/2 this year. :goodvibes

I would love a new shirt! I've learned to love lime-green this past year while I was training for the 1/2. My family started commenting on how I was choosing more green "stuff" than before. (my ipod is green!)

This might be a silly question, but does anyone else where their WISH shirt for other races. I've talked my cousin into running a 10K with me in March and would love for us to wear matching WISH shirts.

Training wise - I ran for the first time today. A REALLY lazy two miles. I've done other activities this week (mostly spinning, elliptical, and pilates) but this was my first run. Time to get back on track!:yay:

[Sandy321]

:welcome: KIRA and AMANDA!! :woohoo: :woohoo: :cheer2:

I so know the feeling - I've posted my pic in the Half Marathon for Dummies - I only posted what worked for me, and what I'd do differently - so go out there in your practices and find what works for you - but.. know... WISH TEAM's impact is immeasurable - as well as the Disney Magic - they go hand in hand!!

YELLOW??? what's wrong with YELLOW??? Yellow is the color of sunshine, yellow is the color of smiles... :) :cool1: :rotfl2: :love: :rolleyes1 :yay: :dance3: :cheer2: :flower3:

So either the LIME GREEN or the DAYGLOW - I :love: the color of the shirts now - I can see them easily a HALF MILE away - and it made a HUGE difference!! Mile 11 1/2 I have no idea what color these shirts are, but they certainly GLOW just right!!!

Maherae I found the calendar!! :hug: WISH I could be there for the Jan '09 Event - but I'll be there in spirit!!

and I'm planning on wearing the WISH shirt for a few other races....

[nucpharm29]

Scott--DH ran the Minnie with me last year, and he, too, had reservations about being one of a few male participants. He had a GREAT time, and it was good run for us. Gotta get that Minnie medal to go with the set--what is a Mickey, Donald, and Goofy without Minnie??????? WISH we could make it this year as well, but somebody's brother just had to go and get engaged and want to get married in May---geez!;)

[hoosmi]

Sandy- my race ready shorts are the classic V notches- they have a 3 inch inseam. They don't seem as short as that sounds. I ordered off the internet and was afraid to experiment- there's a 6 inch inseam short in the catalog, but it said it was good for walkers and hikers- I didn't know if that meant they might be heavier?!

AmyBeth- who had time to see you, girl!?;)

Mel- I'd love some new bracelets too. I like being a total dork and wearing mine with my "real" clothes when I need a little boost!:thumbsup2

Actually have some running to report-- I went a whopping 1 mile with Emma on her bike. I started at about a 10 minute pace, but my "Goofy leg" started to hurt. I went back home and found some biofreeze- rubbed it on, and put it in Emma's basket! Ended up coming back early out of fear of doing real damage... and we were cold! Still, at least I was moving a bit--:rolleyes1
Welcome, Amanda and Kira and any other new WISHers!

Jen in GA

[Maherae]

Texa, My WISH shirt is part of my race day apparel for any event that I do. You never know where WISHers are, or how the saying on the back of the shirt will help someone. HTH! :)

Sandy, :thumbsup2 :goodvibes Anne

[TXBelle]

Here's one more idea on the shirts: Do any of you recall seeing the group from Canada that had the most beautiful race shirts ever? They had the Earful Tower and other Disney landmarks on the front and back and were very colorful. We had poor Cam and Carrie accost one of their scream teamers on the monorail to EPCOT and make him tell us who made them. I am attaching the link below. We could either provide our design to them, or we could work with them to come up with an original design for the team. There is no charge for their design services. The shirt prices look reasonable. It would be a little extra work, but it might be worth the effort. They could make the background color of the shirts whatever we want.

Warning: Some of the examples on the first page of the web site contain images that are for adults only. I am NOT recommending that we use any of that artwork. :rolleyes:

http://www.eye2eye.org/Index.htm

[Sandy321]

Texa, My WISH shirt is part of my race day apparel for any event that I do. You never know where WISHers are, or how the saying on the back of the shirt will help someone. HTH :goodvibes Anne

When I ran my first race ever the Fleet Feet Womens 5K - my fdil asked if any of my "Team' would be there - I said I dont think so, but if they are they'll stand out!! Then when our team shirts arrived, she said, "You werent kidding about standing out!"

and I cant tell you how many people touched me on the course giving me encouragement, telling me how they LOVED the motto - so true -

When I was scream teaming at the Full in MK - I had 2 people ask to take a picture of the back of the shirt - they were inspired on the course by the saying - I told them to come to disboards.com - so you're right Anne, you never know how it will help someone else!!!

[ScoJo15]

Jen - Careful out there! Not only is it super cold, but the muscles are still repairing from last weekend...

Stephanie - thanks for the info on your DH running last year! Did you guys sign up as a team or as individuals??

Amy - One of my favorite memories from the weekend was spotting a green shirt way up ahead, shouting "WISHers on the left", and navigating to the appropriate side so your flag could be waved :goodvibes:

WISH support is AWESOME!

For those who have done the Minnie, is there any advantage of doing the team deal or do you just get matching bibs?

[Jen117]

Hey all.. I am in on the tech shirts. I am currently stocked well for the regular WISH shirts, even for my scream teamers (I got a little out of hand!!). Tho maybe a sweatshirt would be nice.

Heather - I did see those shirts and commented to Mel about them. They were mighty cool!!

Mel - Hey, DH is currently checking out airfare for Minnie. It would be a quick in and out if we can make it. I also need to find a babysitter and we may have to leave right after the race. But I am working on it. I will keep you posted. I really want to re-do that AK to MGM route... I stonked during it!!!

Oh funny story, I am still unpacking stuff and DD4 found my WISH visor and put it on. Then she ran around the house like a runner and said "I'm Mommy". It was too cute. Love her!

Oh and my quest to lose those 30 pounds is on... I am down 3 pounds. WHOOO HOOO!!!!!

[Stitch_lover_Sith]

Well today was the first day of my new training plan. To get so I can run as far as possible in 30 min. Today I went 2.79 miles, and the reason behind the 30 minute limit is that is the time limit at my local gym. Once to wind chill is up near 40, so April, I will train outside. So I keep coming closer to my goal, to beat Lynne. Not that she knows it yet.

Mel- The new tech shirts sound like a great Idea, but it would be nice if us women could get the Vneck cut and the men get the crew. But that is up to the Company. Eye2eye looks like they could make some really neat scream team shorts though.

Anne- Mom and Lynne both are doing Minnie as well, I will post it on that thread though.

Have a good training week everyone.
Erin

[jeanneg]

That was probably me with my WiSH fabric...and it did work for most of the wishers out there along the course but definitely it was missed on a few occasions LOL.


Sorry, Amy Beth! I feel better knowing you that you know I didn't see you.


Welcome Kira and Amanda! This time last year doing a marathon seemed like an impossible feat....and I am no lightweight by any means.:welcome:

[nucpharm29]

Scott--DH and I signed up as individuals--the only teams I remember seeing last year were mother/daughter duos

It was interesting, in church this morning our pastor was talking on not quitting. He was referring to our Christians lives, but a lot he said correlates to marathon/long distance training. Especially for those new to this venture, what you've embarked on, is a journey, not just a destination. And all through this journey you will come across challenges that will build your character. And in the words of my pastor, this journey is about character not comfort; Don't quit! At the end of your journey (wherever your destination leads you), you will end up a different, stronger individual. Good luck to all and I can't wait to be a part of your journeys!

[gatorphipps]

I love the WISH colors now. I don't really wear it running b/c it is too heavy. BUT, I do wear it biking. No car can miss that. I think I blind people!
I posted on the race reports...I ran a 5k Sat in 24 min. I would have placed in my age group, but did not have a chip...due to my own stupidity.
NO THIS ISN"T MY 1st RACE! It was a free 5k and for some reason I thought the web site said they would not have it chip timed.... AAAAHHHHHH!

[deekaypee]

Mel, thanks for starting the new thread & for keeping everyone motivated. I love the idea of tech shirts & would definitely be interested. I ended up wearing one of my blue ones during the Goofy because of weight--and ended up WISHing I hadn't!

Like others, I'd prefer a v-neck, but keeping the lime green is a higher priority for me.

Texa, My WISH shirt is part of my race day apparel for any event that I do. You never know where WISHers are, or how the saying on the back of the shirt will help someone. HTH! :)

Sandy, :thumbsup2 :goodvibes Anne

::yes:: I can't tell you how many people on the course talked with me/asked me about WISH or loved the DLF sentiment. It was great! I spoke with one Goofy guy during the half who said the WISH shirts really helped him as he neared the finish.

pixiedust: Welcome Allyson, MsMighty, Amanda, Kira, and anyone I may have missed. I'm almost a newbie myself, as I post sporadically, but it's so great to hear from new voices.


I've had a good weekend of mild exercising & strength training. My blisters are healing, if the amount that they're beginning to itch is any indication. Tomorrow I hit the treadmill (unless it gets considerably warmer here in Pittsburgh). It sounds odd, but I'm transitioning from a WR on the Goofy to a full run, so I'll be doing C25K, Week3 next week as part of my post-race recovery, then following the program.


Also odd? I read the thread about Goofy '09 being 65% full, and I ran into the other room to tell my DH. He said, "You want to do the Goofy, don't you?" I replied, "No, we agreed that it was too much training around the holidays to do every year." He repeated, "You want to do it though, don't you?"

I had to admit that I did. If you'd ever told me that not only would I do the Goofy but be itching to sign up again less than a week later....:rotfl: (We're not going to, though. We've compromised--Goofy every other year, alternating with one event + the Scream Team on the "off" years. When possible, which we think is doable for 2009. Now we just have to decided 1/2 or full.)

[padisneyfan]

I am in for a tech shirt. DH would also want one.

I have worn a WISH shirt to each event that I have done. Thanks to Cam for loaning Jeanne and I each a shirt for our first half last year. You do get alot of positive feedback when wearing them from racers who pass you.


Nancy

[beckyb29]

Hi everyone!

I'm a newbie here(I've posted on the Marathon 09 thread a few times), but I feel like it's time to join the club!
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS to all of you on your success at the WDW races last weekend! Your reports have me very motivated to get going!
My goal is to run/walk the half next year!

I'm new to running, as I usually just walk. Lately, I have not had a lot of time to work out. I am a full time student(music education), and I work part time. My current job is as a waitress, and I work very late hours which are not kosher to my school hours. However, the tables may be turning.... :)

Last week, I went to our local Fleet Feet sports to get my first pair of fitted running shoes. I was there for 2 hours, getting shoes, sports bras, tech clothes, etc. While I was there, I struck up conversation with the employees and a manager-long story short, I have an interview with the owner tomorrow morning! It would be great-they close early, and will work with my schedule-plus the incentive (and time) to get into better shape! I will keep you posted!

Thanks to everyone on these boards for the wonderful stories and motivation to start making this a year for a "better me!" You probably don't know what an effect you have on people who are looking to start a training program! I look forward to being a part of such a wonderful group of people!

BTW-I am interested in WISH apparel-shirts, hats, bracelets, anything! I think it would help me stay motivated during training.

Becky from Hickory, NC

[ms.mightyduck]

Hi, Becky! I'm new here, too--isn't it amazing how motivating and friendly everyone is?

Hi, Deekaypee! Thanks for the warm welcome!

About the training thing today.... :rolleyes1 I *meant* to do Pilates and got dressed for it, and then I figured I'd make a cup of cocoa to drink when I finished...except then it was perfect drinking temperature...and I may have overdid it with the whipped cream and marshmallows... and then I had a stomachache. :guilty: So, no workout today. Just waddle-walking from my sore butt muscles.

Tomorrow, the gym!

[chimera]

:welcome: Becky! You're going to be very popular around here...Fleet Feet discount???? ;) What kind of training program are you planning to use?

Jen...holy cats! Watching Pack v Giants... -1?!?!?:cold: you guys are hardcore up there.

Christa...welcome back, dude! Great 5K time! Do you think you might be able to join us at WDW in 2009? Was great seeing Bree and her fam!

Heather...I did see those shirts...they were very cool! They looked kinda tight-fitting (from what I remember), do the other styles seem a little looser? Maybe we could just have them do a prototype and see what everyone thinks?

Erin...congrats on training today!

Scott...DD15 and I registered for Minnie as a team. We got matching bibs that were separate from our race number bibs. Also, there was a separate award for teams, but we didn't place, so not worth it for us.

ms.duck...if you whipped the cream yourself, that might count for cross-training ;-)

I did my XT today by cleaning house :crazy2: DH ran 7 miles, getting ready for the Sarasota half in a few weeks.

Anyone else feel like the new year doesn't really start until AFTER marathon weekend? You train all year for it...then start a new training year after it's over. I'm turning 40 this year (and I know a couple of others of you who are as well :rolleyes1 ) so I'm looking to do some amazing things! Any suggestions?

[xterratri]

Well today was the first day of my new training plan. To get so I can run as far as possible in 30 min. Today I went 2.79 miles, and the reason behind the 30 minute limit is that is the time limit at my local gym. Once to wind chill is up near 40, so April, I will train outside. So I keep coming closer to my goal, to beat Lynne. Not that she knows it yet.

Erin

Oh sister darling- I ran 1:23 for the 15 K in 2006 or 6 min faster than we did the 13 K for ToT. I'm not saying what the goal for this year is though:rolleyes1 but you can be assured that it's faster. BTW, you ought to be base training at this point. Too much intensity too soon is a recipe for injury.

On the topic of shirts- I really like the visibility of the safety yellow shirts but prefer a lighter more breathable shirt like the ones Disney provides as the marathon/half/Goofy race shirts.

Train safe everyone!

Lynne

[AmyBeth68]

I love the WISH colors now. I don't really wear it running b/c it is too heavy. BUT, I do wear it biking. No car can miss that. I think I blind people!
I posted on the race reports...I ran a 5k Sat in 24 min. I would have placed in my age group, but did not have a chip...due to my own stupidity.
NO THIS ISN"T MY 1st RACE! It was a free 5k and for some reason I thought the web site said they would not have it chip timed.... AAAAHHHHHH!

LOL....Christa...I *always* wear my WiSH shirt when I bike b/c it is such a great visibility color. :thumbsup2

So I didn't run today...I'm guessing Tuesday I'll get back at it. I'm having some pain in my legs :confused3 from the two workouts I've done this week. So I opted to hold off a few more days on the post Goofy run.

Friday I taught my Pilates Fusion class and managed to get a good workout at the same time. On Saturday I took a Yoga class to try to work the muscles out a bit. Today I've been a total couch potato....first Sunday that I haven't done a long run in FOREVER. It feels odd. :rolleyes1

I'll be teaching 10 Pilates classes this week...so right back at it ;). Beyond that I may try to get on the ski machine a few times and get a couple of short, 3 mile runs in. I also have a session scheduled with my Pilates trainer, and hope to get on the apparatus as well. I'm not overly motivated to get running again but since I know I'll be doing a Spring event I really don't want to lose any ground...that's motivation enough ;).

Jeanne: Thanks for caring that you missed me out there. Again...didn't upset me at all!!! I know you guys were there cheering for the GREEN all day and it was tough to get to the side of the course fast enough to hold up my wish fabric. I appreciate your son noticing....tell him "thanks". :goodvibes

Ms.MightyDuck....WTG on the Pilates!!! :thumbsup2 I have to say that my core strength REALLY carried me through the Goofy this year. I swear by Pilates and Yoga. Awesome that you are already doing that!

Welcome Becky, Allyson, Amanda, Kira!!

[Tiger Lily 03]

:goofy: Hi WISH Team! I'm Home! :goofy:

We stayed til' Friday doing a lot of post race walking in the parks. Nice "cool down" to a fantastic weekend. It was a w/o for sure. We came home Friday dumped out the suitcase filled it with winter things got in the car and headed down to Cincinatti, OH for a visit with my friend. We've been home long enough to get dinner made and unpack. I've got Mt. Laundry waiting.

I am planning to take it easy these few days, got some doc apts to get through and then we'll see from there.

Welcome to the new WISH Team members! Welcome to the New training year all WISH Team members. Happy training. Watching football games right now.
:goofy:

[MomofCKJ]

Welcome Amanda and Becky from a fellow newbie!

Becky good luck with the new job! What a perfect place to be working as you train!

Amanda, I am brand new to this too and people here are really encouraging!

I am using our elliptical glider and pushed myself to 3.5 miles tonight. I was feeling it in my thighs but was happy I did it.

Allyson

[chimera]

I bet you guys will be glad when I go back to work tomorrow so I'm not posting 16 times a day ;)

Anyway, since we've had a number of new folks join us, I just wanted to post this 100 tips for Beginning runners from completerunning.com. Great site!

100 Beginner Running Tips (http://completerunning.com/archives/2006/09/12/100-beginner-running-tips/)

Welcome home, Lily!

Dumb question of the week: What's a balaclava and does Tom Coughlin need one right now?

[TXAng]

Hey all!

First off, a great big CONGRATULATIONS to all who completed the events last weekend! Way to go!! :thumbsup2 I'm hoping to find some time to read everyone's race reports sometime soon.

While y'all were at WDW, my husband and I were at the hospital. Look what they let us bring home with us last Sunday:

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u121/DisTXAng/DSC02176.jpg

Sean Michael was born on Friday morning, 1/11/08. He's our firstborn, and we're so excited to have him here! :cloud9:

[Big Vic]

Hey all!

First off, a great big CONGRATULATIONS to all who completed the events last weekend! Way to go!! :thumbsup2 I'm hoping to find some time to read everyone's race reports sometime soon.

While y'all were at WDW, my husband and I were at the hospital. Look what they let us bring home with us last Sunday:

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u121/DisTXAng/DSC02176.jpg

Sean Michael was born on Friday morning, 1/11/08. He's our firstborn, and we're so excited to have him here! :cloud9:

http://members.cox.net/bvbd1/congrad.gif

[angietuck2]

OH MY GOODNESS YOU GUYS ARE CHATTY!!!!

I go to church and clean the house for the day and I can't even begin to catch up, I am going to just try to throw a few out there.

First of all:

TXAng AWWWWWWWWWWW!!! SO CUTE!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS :love:
Stephanie Thanks for sharing what you heard this morning. I really need to hear that right now. I know I have said this over and over but I CAN NOT BELIEVE how much I miss running and I have been scared lately that I won't get it back. But I have never been good with patience and delayed gratification, sticking things out for the long haul... that kind of stuff But this whole situation has been teaching me a lot of hard lessons. OK enough. Still mad that you won't be at MINNIE :sad2:
Scott DH is actually going to run MINNIE with me, which really surprised me. There were some guys out there I don't think it's that big of a deal.
Mel Love the idea of the shirts. Would love to have it in time for MINNIE cause it will be warm :scared1:
Allyson Good job on the workout :thumbsup2 I HATE the elliptical so you did good in my book
Lily Welcome home!!

OK I'm really sorry that's all I have time for now. No training today unless you count 7 hours of cleaning house -- LITERALLY :eek:

Who ever said it was a good idea to get a big house with lots of tile and glass doors :confused3

angie

[Sandy321]

:welcome: to the world Sean Michael

CONGRATULATIONS Mommy and Daddy!!

[AmyBeth68]

Dumb question of the week: What's a balaclava and does Tom Coughlin need one right now?

Something that covers your face. And YES....he's going to lose his cheeks if he doesn't cover 'em up. Shiny skin in sub zero temps is a BAD thing!!! :scared1:

[NYcpa]

Today was my first day back training since the marathon. Erin convinced me to go to the gym with her. I did 30 min on the elliptical. Before going to the gym we got to cross train by shoveling for a half hour. We didn't get near the snow our neighbors to the north got. Winter isn't over yet so we should not get too excited.

Welcome all new people. This is a great group.

Thank you to all the WISHers who waited at the finish line and who cheered me on during the marathon last Sunday. I wasn't sure I was going to make it. A special thanks to Lynne - my walking partner and Erin - my scream teamer. I appreciated them both being at the finish line waiting for me.

Great job to everyone who has resumed their training.

[biggertigger]

Hi All,

Seems my DW has posted enough today for the both of us :goodvibes , so mine will be short!

Congrats to everyone on getting back into training, even if it's just walking again. My legs were cursing me out for some of my 7-mile run today, but it felt so good to be back into it again. I did a little speed work, but gave it up - I don't think I'm quite ready this week. I will try it during my short runs. I'm looking to PR at the Sarasota Half in March, so I'm ready for a 2:30 and some BLING!!!:cheer2:

TxAng, you have a beautiful little one; kinda makes my manly heart flutter. Congrats!

So Erin, you're training this time? :laughing: How about doing the FULL at WDW in 2009? You rock as a pace buddy.

By the way, did I tell y'all that I got the Fairy Godmother in MK during my Half to do the Gator Chomp (UF)? Yeah, it was sweet.

So I am tired of being a Network Manager, wanna switch careers, been doing I.T. for 12 years, blah. DW things I should work at the local running store giving running advice & stuff. But I think she mainly wants the employee discounts :rolleyes: .....

Take Care, all....

- Jeff

[Sandy321]

ha - I do have a balaclava on my photobucket account!!

I love mine - they have them at Kohls pretty reasonably priced!!

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c228/angelmum3/posting%20gifs/hata41207.jpg

Mine is more hoodish, and they have all these strings that you pull tight as necessary - so sometimes you can use it just on your neck, or just as a hood, depending on how tight you pull those string thingys

[angietuck2]

Hi All,

I'm looking to PR at the Sarasota Half in March, so I'm ready for a 2:30 and some BLING!!!:cheer2:


- Jeff

DH - Bobby is doing 1/2 Sarasota. Anyone else on here doing it maybe we should have mini wish meet Friday or Saturday to carb load that weekend :) \

angie

[Tiger Lily 03]

Awww Ang, you brought home a new WISH Team member! What a beautiful guy. Congratulations! Enjoy every moment with him.

Mel, I love that you are enjoying your time relaxing with us!

Jeff, I think those perks at the running store are definitely a great reason for changing jobs!

[Kira G.]

ha - I do have a balaclava on my photobucket account!!

I love mine - they have them at Kohls pretty reasonably priced!!

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c228/angelmum3/posting%20gifs/hata41207.jpg

Mine is more hoodish, and they have all these strings that you pull tight as necessary - so sometimes you can use it just on your neck, or just as a hood, depending on how tight you pull those string thingys

THAT's what I need! My poor chin gets so cold!

And congratulations TXAng on your new little one! Beautiful!

[Kristi1357]

TXAng - CONGRATULATIONS!

[goofyinohio]

Wow Congrats TXAng. That's awesome!!!!

[Valentine]

Congratulations TXang.. He is ADORABLE!!!!! :)

With all the new wish babies we might have to add some infant WISH gear to the next order! ;)

[littlegreydonkey]

Hey guys - we're back in Sydney (and it's raining -aggggghhh). Journey home was trying - we did the whole thing in 'one' day - 3 flights, 20 hours in the air, 8 hours at airports - never again! But I did answer one of the marathon weekend questions en route- who would pay $250 for a Disney medal on ebay. Answer: Someone who gets to the end of her flight and finds all four of her bags have gone missing and so no longer has one!!!! Thankfully, that wasn't quite me - something had made me pull my medals out of the luggage and carry them in my hand baggage or I think I would have been hysterical when the bags didn't turn up -Tim commented to the guy on lost luggage about the fact that I was only calm as I had my medals and they made me get them out and show them around!!! thankfully luggage was reunited with us this morning so i don't have to beg Disney for a spare Goofy beanie toy.

in other news, I don't think my toenail is going to survive the day! It was blistered at the end of the half, and you don't even want to know what happened to it after the full - not helped by some guy stepping on my heel and pulling my shoe off around mile 18 which tore it slightly off too - how I didn't fall I don't know - and he didn't even apologise just stared straight ahead and kept power walking. I saw him at AK a couple of days later and was so desperate to go and stamp on his foot!!! Anyway, I plastered it all up - and I just removed the plaster. Safe to say, I'm going to the podiatrist at 3pm!!!

So, enough of my rambling - I just wanted to say thanks to all teh screamers but HUGE thanks to Anne and the orange slicers - omg, I was so hungry at that point, when I saw Anne waving that bag I could have kissed her!!! I wasn't going to wear my shirt for the full as the low sleeves my arms rub against my crop top but after all the support in the half I had to and was so glad I did, it was awesome -and does anyone else find it strangely flattering, I look tall and thin in all my asi photos (and I'm no thinner than any other race I've ever done and I definitely haven't grown past 5ft4) and the colour makes you look really tanned!

Also - is it wrong that I'm considering running Disneyland now they're bribing us with a special medal! Helen

[Lexxiefern]

Helen - Your poor toe!! I had a lot of fun yoyo-ing with you during the full! I am so glad you kept your medals with you - I would have been so upset if they got lost.

TXAng - Congratulations!! I love the smile!!

Becky

[ms.mightyduck]

TXAng-- Congratulations!

Mel- Does turning the can upside down and pressing the nozzle count as whipping the cream? :rolleyes1

Amy- I had a mishap on some ice in '04--it took 4 months to rehab the sprained/strained shoulder, neck, and my arch-enemy: trapezius. It was worker's comp, so the dr would only let the rehab my back to the middle of my spine. I took up pilates and yoga to make up the difference. The first time I took a pilates class, I remember lying on the floor thinking, hey, this is way too easy. This won't work. That night, I couldn't roll over in bed my abs were so sore! I don't keep up with it like I should, but my VO2 max was an entire liter larger when i did yoga and pilates five days a week. My asthma dr was so impressed that I had "studied" for my lung volume test! I'm glad it makes a good counterbalance to the walking. I may be less squishy by summer yet!

And I was watching the game tonight asking why Coughlin wasn't wearing a balaclava. My brother said it was because he had to speak, but I would have cut a slit to talk through myself. We were guessing some of those guys have serious frostbite!

[littlegreydonkey]

Hey Becky, what time did you do? I was so expecting you to come up behind me in the finish chute so we could have a joint Wish finish? I just snuck in under 6 hours (5.59 and 2 secs I think).

[princessrunner]

Mel: My balaclava is a good and face piece that only leaves my eyes out. It works great in the subzero temps that we have lately. My other piece of advice from the frozen north for anyone who runs in below 15 degrees is Body Glide with sunscreen on your exposed facial skin. And Amy is right, shiny skin on a subzero day spells disaster. I am having to Body Glide my sons shins right now because he HAS to be outside and will not make sure to pull his ski pants down when he is sliding!!

I am up for either safety yellow or lime green. There were some other bright yellow shirts on the half course and I had to look before I lurked up behind someone so maybe the lime is a better choice. Another question is, could be have our screen names on them somehow? This would be really great for newbies! I am thinking about taking mine to my local sports shop to have it embroidered on the cotton ones.

And, HOLY CRAP, I posted yesterday a.m. on page one and what the heck happened yesterday!!!! I got so far behind I am not even going to try and catch up...except to say CONGRATULATIONS to TxAng!! What a cutie.

Okay, so does anyone do the Dallas White Rock Marathon in December??? I have family in Richardson and this looks like a go for me.

[Mouse Skywalker]

TXAng- Congratulations on the new baby. That is wonderful news. Have so much fun.

NuPharm- Stepahnie, thank you so much for voting for my photos. I really appreciate it.

[wfloyd]

Apparently I went a little too fast during the 5k. My ankle is loudly voicing its objection to running again. Hopefully it will quiet down soon so I can start training for the half marathon in 6 weeks.

TxAng - Congrats on bringing you newest home. I guess that was a good enough excuse not to be in Disney that weekend. ;)

Mel - I think the lime green is fine and would love to have a tech shirt. I also think the design is fine now. (Rembering the pain the last time it was redesigned...)

Helen - Glad you made it back home with your medals. I can imagine the news report if your medals were lost somewhere. :lmao:

After 6 pages in one day there is no way I can get to everyone before work. So welcome to the new members, I hope you can find some encouragement here. Congrats to all those who are starting their training again just take it easy so you don't injure yourselves.

Bill

[zoegirl]

Hey everybody!
Just a drive by since in the time it took me to scroll through, Lucas has awakened. Seesh! You people have a lot to say :)

Sorry it's taken me sooo long to post but since we've been back all three of us have been sick, Lucas being the worst. Had to take him to the dr. for a nasty cough. They have put him on breathing treatments. Needless to say, I've not gotten a full night's sleep in over a week.

Full marathon day was not what I expected it to be. I have told everyone that it just wasn't a good day to race, but I did finish, I didn't pr, but I finished. But I did exactly what I set out to do which was a full marathon (two in fact) a year after having Lucas.

Thank you Jen for helping me get to the end. You were my angel. I felt so sick on my stomach, if you hadn't come along to get my mind off of it, I might have quit. Sorry I walked off after the finish. I felt horrible, and was a little scared I might wretch, and/or pass out so I met up with my fam, and left. Good choice since I ended up on my hands and knees dry heaving in the parking lot.
Also, who ever had the cold washcloths ( I think it was Heather) I almost started crying when you gave it to me. The twizzlers would have been good too if my stomach could've handled it but the washcloth was magic!

That's all for now (Lucas is crying to get out of his crib). Hopefully I'll have time post more later.

~bree~

W.I.S.H. me luck: today starts my "official" training for my 1st tri :scared:

Oh yeah, and get this: DH was so inspired by all the W.I.S.H. team members that he's considering walking the half next year....cool!

[nepatsfan73]

**TxAng** CONGRATULATIONS. I hope Sean is and remains as happy as he looks in the picture. May be we need to look into baby-safe cowbells for next year.

**Mel** At least Coach Bill was smart enough to wear ear covers. I suppose as the head coach, he figured he could still talk and everyone else is suppose to listen to him.

**All New WISHers** Welcome.

**Big Vic** How did the hydration pack work out for the marathon? Also what kind is yours. (I am thinking I may need one once the temps here get above freezing.)

[princessrunner]

Now Bill, you forgot YAY PATS!! :cool1: :yay: :woohoo: :cheer2: :dance3:

I saw on June 1, there is an Iron Horse half or 10K in Simsbury, CT....:rolleyes1

[Big Vic]

**Big Vic** How did the hydration pack work out for the marathon? Also what kind is yours. (I am thinking I may need one once the temps here get above freezing.)


It's a Camelbak Ambush, and it worked great.

http://members.cox.net/memo410/camelbakambush.jpg

It holds 100 oz. of liquid and has two compartments to hold your "really cool guy stuff."

[escape]

Wow, this thread moves fast! :drive:

TxAng - congratulations!!!! What a beautiful baby. :goodvibes

bree - I've been sick, too, ever since I got back on Tuesday. Same symptoms. I hope your family is on the way to recovery. Good luck with your tri training. A good friend of mine is doing a tri in Hawaii in April. I guess she figured that if you gotta do all that training you might as well do the event in paradise. :teeth:

Helen - yikes on the toe. I've been really lucky so far - no toe problems with my running...just blisters on other parts of my feet.

Lisa - I did the Dallas Half Marathon last November. It was actually designed as a race for those training for the Whiterock. The half course was good in that it was the best part of the full course - around Whiterock lake. I didn't do the Whiterock marathon but I have several friends that did and they enjoyed it.

Mel - the new tech shirt idea is great. Too bad the women's v-neck is not an option in the lime green color. Thanks for checking this out for us.

For all the new WISHers - :welcome: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[nepatsfan73]

**Lisa** So as not to upset my recovering WISH teammates, I purposely didn't express the obvious. Some of them, without mentioning names (**Krista**, **Steve**, etc.), seem to get a little testy when you talk about the Patriots recent success, forgetting that we life long Pats fans had 30 years of bad. Any way, now that they have made it to 5 conference championship games and 4 Super Bowls in 7 years and are in pursuit of a perfect season this year, rather than understanding the hard work and preparation by the players and coaches to achieve and maintain such consistancy, some are just green (or Black & Frenches' Mustard Yellow) with envy.

As to my first half, I looked at the Iron Horse, but it looks like they enforce their 3 hour time limit. As a walker and starting at ground zero again, I don't think it is a realistic goal. Right now, my plan is to concentrate on starting and maintaining consistant training. I think I am going to shoot for the Greater Hartford Half (October 11) as my first half and as a warm up for the ToT.

**Big Vic** Thanks for the Camelbak info. 100 oz may be enough to get me to he first water stop if its hot and humid.

[Sandy321]

Bill dh also takes a camelback on his long runs - just dont forget to factor in the weight - Tim's is a smaller version of what Vic posted - more of a fanny pak size... Check the local sporting good stores

Still brutal cold below zero - DD is "under the weather" hope to do an exercise video to get my heart rate up... something is better than nothing!

[aladdinsgirl]

Hey everybody!! Stephen and I are finally back from WDW--our flight got in at 4:00 yesterday afternoon. It was hard leaving, especially knowing that we won't be back for a year (as opposed to our normal 3 trips a year). :sad: :sad: :sad: But we have lots to look forward to this year, so hopefully it won't be so bad. :goodvibes

I haven't even read through this week's posts yet, so I am off to do that, just wanted to pop in here and say :wave: before the day got too crazy. I plan on uploading all of my marathon pics I took tonight, so I'll post a thread with them either tonight or tomorrow. I have a lot of really good ones.

I'll be back in a little bit, after I read through the thread!

Krista

[ms.mightyduck]

Sandy, I may join you in that video. DH just came in to say that he is concerned that the air outside is so cold it will trigger my asthma even going back and forth to the car.... I had planned on walked 3 miles. It's about 4 degrees outside right now. I haven't had an attack in months and I don't take maintenance meds at this point because I'm doing so well...

[Kristi1357]

:yay: Krista has a baby ticker now! :yay:

[ms.mightyduck]

:yay: Krista has a baby ticker now! :yay:

I wonder if that has anything to do with the "lots to look forward to this year" she mentioned....:confused3 :rotfl: :rolleyes:

[blizzard]

Hi Everyone,

I'm off to do some power walking around WDW on Wednesday. After my return, I will be updating my tickers to track mileage in training for WDW Marathon 2010. We have picked out a treadmill that we will be purchasing upon our return (Epic View 550).

I'm hoping to enter the local "big race" this summer in the 10K category this year. Next year I will do the local half-marathon, and then the WDW full in 2010.

I am hoping that I don't miss out on the shirt order. I would like one of the sleeveless shirts, but I'm a little confused about what is a "tech" shirt. I thought all the shirts were tech shirts. (My understanding of a tech shirt is that it's synthetic fibres?) Anyway, I want one for running - not a tank top though.

I'm going to buy some good running shoes while we are on vacation. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good place to buy shoes near WDW? We have a car. I would like to find a place that's friendly, and hopefully not overpriced.

I'm very excited about being on the WISH team!

Carol (my first name is missing from the front page, because I forgot to post it last time)

[hockeygirl]

Hey everybody! Wow, there are alot of pages of posts already!

First, I would get a new shirt, so count me in!

TXAng-Congratulations!! I love the picture!!

And I just wanted to say WELCOME to all the new people!! This is a really great group!!

It is really cold here in NJ today, so no running outside. I will start my new training program tomorrow, as I am going to be training for the NJ Marathon which is in May.

Time to go get some work done on my day off!!

[Honeibee]

Greetings all -

I have to say I only skimmed but saw a new WISH baby - YAY! A new WISH baby-to-be ticker - YAY! and I had to wonder why anyone would put that really deelish dessert I get in Morocco on your face. But then, isn't this how I ended up being the Queen of YARC in the first place??? :lmao:

I did 20 min on the TM this morning which was the first thing I've done since LAST Saturday, Yeah, I know I know, but cut an old lady some slack. I start training for the Minnie soon enough so I thought it was OK to take a week off.

OK let me do some important things now....

Book the Poly for next January.
Rent a car for the Minnie trip.
See if I have enough money left after last week to register for next year's Half.
Go back and read all this week's posts very carefully. :laughing:

[lenshanem]

Holy cow! This thread took off since I last read it. I'm sure I missed something scanning thru it, but I do want to say...

TXAng - CONGRATS! :yay:


I already said DH and I would both be interested in a tech shirt. I agree with most, I like the lime green, but the WISH hat I got is kinda more yellow than lime and I think it worked fine.
I also would like a V neck, but if it's not available I'm cool. :goodvibes

DH and I dropped off the girls at the in-laws yesterday and ran together at a high school track. It was supposed to be an easy run, but for some reason I couldn't stop myself from going faster on that track. Had a good pace, but it was COLD!!! OMG, I'm so not used to running in the cold. Atlanta best heat up soon. It was around 30 and it felt like minus 30. I'm a wimp!

[aladdinsgirl]

Well I am all caught up, you guys are a talkative bunch!!!

TX Ang--Congrats!!! Sean Michael is adorable!!!! Can't wait to meet him!

Mel--A tech Wish shirt sounds great to me. I only have the cotton one from 2006, so I've never run in any Wish gear. Whatever everyone else decides is a-okay by me. But I definitely think we should stick with the lime green.

Amy--I have a question for you, I'm not sure if you would know, but since you are a trainer and work in a gym, you were my first thought. :) I'd like to start lifting weights again (I stopped when I found out that I was pregnant), but I'm not sure which weights are safe to do and which ones to avoid. I was thinking leg curls were okay, but leg press might be bad. How much weight should I use? Lots of reps at 10 lbs? 20 lbs? I'd ask my doctor, but he's not super active, so probably wouldn't know. If you can help me in any way, I'd appreciate it. Oh, I have some pilates dvd's at home, are they okay to do?

Kristi--Yay! You noticed!!! I was a little apprehensive to put the ticker up already, I am so superstitious! (If there are any Office fans out there, I'm not superstitious, just a little stitious. :) )

Erin and Lynne--Let the smack talk begin!!! :thumbsup2

Bree--It was nice to finally meet you last week! I hope Lucas is feeling better today and you all get some sleep soon! Congrats to you DH for thinking about doing the half!

Jeff--I cannot believe you ran 7 miles a week after your half marathon!! That is amazing!

:welcome: to all the new people!!!! You are going to love the Wish team! I know we might seem a little intimating since we all know each other so well and just talk and talk, but please just jump right in so we can get to know you too and we'll talk and talk to you. :)

I better get off and get to work. I've been gone for the past week and a half, so I have a little bit to catch up on. I'm going to try to do 3 miles tonight on the TM, but I'm still super tired, so I don't know if that's going to happen yet. When does the tiredness go away???

Krista

[nepatsfan73]

When does the tiredness go away???



Krista-From what I understand, sometime after they all graduate from college, move out of the house, have careers and you are relatively certain that they can live on their own without ending up in jail. After that, you just worry, but you're not as tired because you're used to it by then.

[princessrunner]

Bill: :lmao:

But seriously, Krista, for me it was 3 months, to the day and time when I got my energy back. And, I lifted during both of my pregnancies, just lighter and more reps, no straining allowed!!. I did not do pilates or yoga but I hear they are GREAT for keeping you limber and helping with breathing and muscle elasticity. Oh, and find some really good vitamin E based oil and keep your belly moisturized. Take it from the stretch mark queen. My first was 9 pounds 3.5 ounces and just take a really good look at me and you will understand why I am the queen!!!!! BTW, love the ticker!!!!

[Jen117]

I am in post game depression (or is it winter depression)... the Packers lost! I live an hour away, so the cold you saw on the game is the cold I have been living in since I got back from WDW. Talk about a huge dose of reality in your face!!!!

I don't remember who posted about cold and asthma... but DD4 has asthma and all weekend she has been wheezing (poor thing).

Tonight is the big night... I am going to hit the TM. Well not seriously hit it, unless I fall off like some people on these boards!!! :confused3

MEL - I HAVE A BABYSITTER FOR MINNIE!!!! My mom verbally committed. So if DH can find a cheap flight, I am in for the Minnie. We would probably fly in Friday and leave Sunday.

Krista - Super excited about the baby. I may just make you a WISH baby quilt (cuz I love doing baby quilts for all my friends). Lemme see if I can find something WISH-y in the next 7 months!!!!!

[MomofCKJ]

When do you seasoned vets recommend getting hotel ressies for marathon weekend next year? Is it something that fills up fast?

Congrats on the new baby and baby to be! I have 3 kids and mine are now 10,8 and 5. I'm still tired! Seriously though the 2nd trimester is like the honeymoon period, you lose the sickness/tiredness of the first trimester, and you still aren't huge and uncomfy like you might be the last trimester. Happy and Healthy 9 months to you!

Allyson

[AKbabe]

Hi everyone :wave2: Can I join you in the WISH racing team? I saw some of you at Pop on Friday night and really wished I had joined you all sooner :guilty: Anyway, a little background on me.

I didn't start running until I was 37. I loved it!! I was even registered for the 2004 WDW 1/2. I was running 6 miles a day and 8 on the weekends. Unfortunately, my knee, which had already been giving me trouble, totally konked on me and I had to bow out of the race :sad1: I still went to WDW to watch but it was very sad for me to watch all the runners and I vowed I would return some day. My knee hurt so badly that I couldn't even walk for exercise for at least 6 months. My lack of mobility (and returning to finish my degree) caused me to put on some weight which is slowly coming back off and will hopefully be gone by next year (or sooner). I really need to have surgery on my knee and hopefully will do that when I gradute in May and have the summer off (at least til WDW and the cruise in August). I've slowly gotten back into walking and I do run some (shh, don't tell Dr.) but not much as it starts to hurt. You know it's hard NOT to run when you're a runner! I did the Safari 5K last week and had intended to walk it but geez, the gun went off and I ended up running it anyway. Oh well, I'm glad I did.

So, I have decided that the weekend was so much fun that I AM going to do the Donald in '09!! :donald: I have a whole year and I know I can do it. I'm even trying to get my DH to do it with me. He doesn't think he can but I told him that if people 20-30 years older than him can can run the Goofy, he can certainly walk the Donald with a year of training. Plus, he walks as fast as I run :hug: I plan to stay at Pop again next year so I hope to get to meet some of you!

I hope you all don't mind me joining you. I start my next semester next Monday and will be quite busy but know that even if I don't post much, I am definitely reading yours! Oh yeah, I already said I'd love some hats but if you do a shirt order, I would most definitely love a couple!! I missed the last order and it would have been great to have a shirt to wear while I was cheering all you guys on!

[TnTsParty]

Wow everyone is chatty these last 2 days. I read everything but don't remember what I read :scared1: must be a sign of old age!! :lmao:

Unfortunately because of the darn filters here at work I can't see that cute baby until I get home. Just wanted to say congratulations on the new addition!!!

As far as training. I went out yesterday. I ended up having to wait a bit before I could go. I wanted to go first thing when I got up but it was chilly and sprinkling (with rain) so I finally ended up getting out and ended up doing 3 miles. It took me a LONG time - 40 minutes total and the wind was really blowing hard on my way back. But without the support of my WISH team I would have called my DH and had him pick me up and just quit!! Then my neice came over and we ended up going out for a half mile run/walk. She is planning on doing the Minnie 5k with me so I am trying to get her trained now. She is a gymnast though and practices 5 days a week and does some running in practice.


Training for the Minnie 15k starts the end of February for me. I am just doing maintaning for now.

I would be interested in a tech WISH shirt - preferably a tank style. Oh and a WISH bracelet sounds cool too.

[Big Vic]

Hi everyone :wave2: Can I join you in the WISH racing team? I saw some of you at Pop on Friday night and really wished I had joined you all sooner :guilty: Anyway, a little background on me.

I didn't start running until I was 37. I loved it!! I was even registered for the 2004 WDW 1/2. I was running 6 miles a day and 8 on the weekends. Unfortunately, my knee, which had already been giving me trouble, totally konked on me and I had to bow out of the race :sad1: I still went to WDW to watch but it was very sad for me to watch all the runners and I vowed I would return some day. My knee hurt so badly that I couldn't even walk for exercise for at least 6 months. My lack of mobility (and returning to finish my degree) caused me to put on some weight which is slowly coming back off and will hopefully be gone by next year (or sooner). I really need to have surgery on my knee and hopefully will do that when I gradute in May and have the summer off (at least til WDW and the cruise in August). I've slowly gotten back into walking and I do run some (shh, don't tell Dr.) but not much as it starts to hurt. You know it's hard NOT to run when you're a runner! I did the Safari 5K last week and had intended to walk it but geez, the gun went off and I ended up running it anyway. Oh well, I'm glad I did.

So, I have decided that the weekend was so much fun that I AM going to do the Donald in '09!! :donald: I have a whole year and I know I can do it. I'm even trying to get my DH to do it with me. He doesn't think he can but I told him that if people 20-30 years older than him can can run the Goofy, he can certainly walk the Donald with a year of training. Plus, he walks as fast as I run :hug: I plan to stay at Pop again next year so I hope to get to meet some of you!

I hope you all don't mind me joining you. I start my next semester next Monday and will be quite busy but know that even if I don't post much, I am definitely reading yours! Oh yeah, I already said I'd love some hats but if you do a shirt order, I would most definitely love a couple!! I missed the last order and it would have been great to have a shirt to wear while I was cheering all you guys on!

Jennifer - :welcome:

To all of our new teammates - :welcome:

[nepatsfan73]

Can I join you in the WISH racing team?

With that post, I think you just joined the team. Welcome and good luck.

[kareneast]

Wow….everyone has really been chatty. Makes it tough to keep up, but it is sure nice to see so many people being an active part of the team.:thumbsup2

First I want to say a very big you’re welcome to everyone that has been thanking John & I for the backpacks. It was our pleasure to share with our teammates. Everyone is so supportive, encouraging, & motivational. Not to mention everyone that gives of their time to keep up the weekly posts, keep track of events & races, orders wish gear for everyone, organizes meets, etc., etc. It was our way of giving back to the “TEAM”. There is no way John & I would be anyway near where we are at without all of you & I certainly would not have just finished my first full marathon.
WISHERS ROCK!!!

TXAngie – Congratulations to both you & your DH. Sean Michael is adorable!

Krista – Love the baby ticker. It will be fun to watch it move along.

Mel – A lighter tech shirt would be nice. I love the shirts we have now & the tech material they are made of has been fine for me in wicking away the sweat, but a lighter one would be nice for those really hot & humid days. I think we should stick with the lime green. John & I would order a couple.

Welcome to all the newbies. I look forward to getting to know you.

Off to go finish trying to catch up on all the posts, then hopefully I will get my race report done. Also, hopefully tonight I will get up all the photos I took during the half.

[angietuck2]

I'm at work so I have to make this quick:

Tricia GOOD JOB NOT GIVING UP. That's what it's all about :woohoo: I have decided that I gain more from my stonkers than the good ones (reverse psychology :lmao:
Jennifer :welcome: :welcome: Of course you are welcome. I think it's awesome that you are continuing to do what you can instead of using the injury to just give up. By the way, what are you going to school for?
Allyson We didn't book hotel till November and got awesome FL resident rate. I don't know where you live but even if you don't live in FL they still had regular rates available at that point too because I had checked into those first.
Jen I REALLY hope you guys get to come to MINNIE I felt really bad I did not have more time to talk to you, you were so sweet to come find me and introduce yourself. We will have to plan some fun WISH meets for MINNIE.

OK have to go back to work

angie

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Ah so....finally back from WDW and I'm trying to get into things at work. Here's the short version of my Goofy weekend...

- I ran the half marathon with my cousin and her husband and we had a blast! I did see WISHers at the start, but I was in and out of the bathroom line and missed you guys. Finished in 2:41:something and thought I ran the race pretty easy.
- The full marathon was a whole other animal! My feet were aching by mile 12 and the heat and humidity were really getting to me. My two main goals were to have fun and finish upright so with that in mind I wound up walking the entire last half, save for a bit of time in the parks. I didn't notice any WIShers around me, but every once in awhile I caught a glimpse of scoolover. I tried to find WISHers at the start of the full, but didn't see anyone! I kept getting tripped up by the other group wearing lime green shirts.
- Anne, Kristi and all you Scream Teamers...I loved it! Thank you so much! You have no idea how much your encouragement meant!

As for next year...I had a few days where I thought about trying the Goofy again, but what I really want is to be able to really RUN the marathon there. I know I can't reasonably expect that if I do the half the day before. So I think I'm *just* going to go with the full in 2009.

I haven't run since the race, but I'm hoping to get back out there in the next few days. I am still considering running the Frozen A$$ 50 here next month (50km that is). They have a half option as well (25km) that I know I can complete, but I'd like to aim for the 50 if possible. If I'm not quite there I'm not going to push running a huge race like that though.

[angietuck2]

Real Quick:

Karen My 8 year - Seth old thanks you for the WISH bag, he took that night and we literally fought over it for Marathon day. It is now his backpack for school and wants to know where his WISH shirt is? :lmao:

angie

[princessrunner]

Yay, Karen is back!!!!!!!!!!!!:goodvibes

OOps, sorry, I forgot John (or is that Space Cadet??? :lmao:

[Worfiedoodles]

Ok, I guess we're in again...I just registered dh and I for the 2009 Half!

We now realize we actually need to do the "other" training -- i.e. more than the long runs, so we're looking to improve our times. We had so much fun, we want to come back -- and we want to make more WISH events, you guys rock!

Maria

[deekaypee]

Wow, so much to catch up on!!!

First, Congratulations TXang and Krista! pixiedust: What a great way to start 2008!

Second, welcome to everyone. :welcome: It's great to see everyone so excited and motivated! And how is everyone settling back into their routines? I keep checking for SW Dings to Orlando, and sighing.

I was back at the gym today--boy, was it crowded due to the holiday! I had to wait to get on a TM. What does it say about me that I have one machine that I privately think of as mine? :laughing:

[ms.mightyduck]

Okay, just got back from the gym. I decided to take the advice given here and not push myself too hard my first week of training, so I only 2.5 miles on the TM. Now i'm going to do some pilates while my muscles are warm. I already know I won't be able to work out tomorrow because the dentist is giving me valium for my dental work. :rolleyes: I'm a big chicken.

It's nice to have teammates to work out "with"!

[AKbabe]

Now that I've had a chance to finish reading all the posts, I can respond. I had to post first before reading or else I would have lost my nerve. :laughing:

First, thanks so much for the welcome!!!! I can't wait to meet you guys next year (or before).

TxAng-Congratulations!! He is adorable! :hug:

Krista-Congrats to you too! I have to tell you, I slept the whole way through my first pregnancy, kid you not. I was a bank manager and came home from work at four and straight to bed. My DH would wake me up to feed me dinner and then right back to bed I went. I guess I was preparing for the lack of sleep after giving birth :rotfl: Also love your pic of my boy! He sure is a cutie pie (I'm from near Pittsburgh).


Angie-I'm going back to be a middle school teacher (still undecided, I can't decide whether I want science, math, or special education). I graduate with my Associates in Teaching in May (started at our community college because it's cheap and close by since I started when my girls were in elementary school). In the fall, I have to transfer for my last 2 years somewhere; either to UMBC, University of MD College Park, or Towson University.

Allyson-After waiting months (okay, more like years) we just got a Road Runner Sports in our town a couple of weeks ago. On Saturday, I went and had them analyze me. They looked at my arches when I stepped on a mat that displayed on a computer, then how I ran on the treadmill and recommended some shoes for me based on all that. I tried on about 10 pairs and ran around the store in them. Wow, what a difference!! I've used them 2 days now and they feel great! I would highly recommend having someone do this for you if you have somewhere that can. If not, you can still do it on your own by researching some web sites. That's how I bought my last pair (they ended up being discontinued but I had stocked up and rotated them). The salesman said whoever recommended my last pair did a great job (I didn't tell him I did it myself :lmao: )

Jen-I had wanted to buy those Race Ready shorts several months ago but didn't know what size to buy, how they would fit, etc. I was so happy to see them at the Expo and be able to try them on. I love them!!

Okay, I better watch myself. I'm seriously considering the MM 15k in May :scared1: I'm even trying to convince my 16 year old, couch potato, slug of an XBox 360 playing daughter to do it with me. :lmao: She really needs to get off the couch and this would be good motivation. Unfortunately, I won't be able to make any decisions on that until I get into the semester. That week is right before finals week so it will all depend on finals, lesson plans, and papers due.

[aladdinsgirl]

Jennifer--See the dog in my signature? That's my lab, Hines! :thumbsup2 Good to know we have another Steelers fan here. :)

Krista

[gatorphipps]

WOW! Krista (not Christa) is pregnant! About being tired....I am asking that same question and Mine are 7 & 9. CONGRATS!:banana:

Ran a little over 7 today in 1 hour. Like Bree, I am in traing for a Tri in March. Glad for a change of pace. Not sure when I will be doing another marathon. The last one (in December) was too brutal. We will see.:confused3

[AKbabe]

Jennifer--See the dog in my signature? That's my lab, Hines! :thumbsup2 Good to know we have another Steelers fan here. :)

Krista

Oh, that's cute and what a great way to honor Hines :worship: Your lab's cute too! Yes, once a Steelers fan, always a Steelers fan!

[angietuck2]

Angie-I'm going back to be a middle school teacher (still undecided, I can't decide whether I want science, math, or special education). I graduate with my Associates in Teaching in May (started at our community college because it's cheap and close by since I started when my girls were in elementary school). In the fall, I have to transfer for my last 2 years somewhere; either to UMBC, University of MD College Park, or Towson University.



Okay, I better watch myself. I'm seriously considering the MM 15k in May :scared1: I'm even trying to convince my 16 year old, couch potato, slug of an XBox 360 playing daughter to do it with me. :lmao: She really needs to get off the couch and this would be good motivation. Unfortunately, I won't be able to make any decisions on that until I get into the semester. That week is right before finals week so it will all depend on finals, lesson plans, and papers due.

It is SUCH a small world. MY MOM went to Towson State University for secondary education!!! She is a middle school social studies teacher here in FL now, but we lived in Perry Hall, near White Marsh and she finished while I was in high school there.

The reason I asked about school is because I am a almost 34 year old mother of 2 boys who just graduated from USF last May. I started at CC like you then went on to get my engineering degree. I did the MINNIE last year the morning after I walked across the stage and got my diploma, I still get goose bumps thinking about it. I REALLY hope you are able to come.

Also, my mom who has never done anything like this is going to do the MINNIE 5k with me then I will do 15 next day. So maybe you can talk DD into 5k and you and my mom can chat about school :)

angie

[angietuck2]

WOW! Krista (not Christa) is pregnant! About being tired....I am asking that same question and Mine are 7 & 9. CONGRATS!:banana:

Ran a little over 7 today in 1 hour. Like Bree, I am in traing for a Tri in March. Glad for a change of pace. Not sure when I will be doing another marathon. The last one (in December) was too brutal. We will see.:confused3

Awesome pace as usual. I can't wait till I get close to that again. Think I am going to try a VERY EASY 2.5 tonight. So pathetic compared to what I used to do but better than nothing right?

angie

[zoegirl]

Ran 4 on the DREAD mill today. It was torture! Probably because I've figured out I have a sinus infection and the pounding actually made my teeth hurt. Weird I know! There was this woman tearing up the tm beside me. When I finished my measly 4 she was at 6.75 and was still going strong with no water or anything to drink. Is it wrong that I hate her???

Krista: from everyone I hear you're supposed to get a surge of energy during your 2nd trimester. I wasn't so lucky, but everyone will tell you their pregnancy horror stories, I'll just tell you to enjoy this time. Feeling your baby move inside your body is the coolest experience. Pamper yourself as much as possible, because when your precious bundle joins the world it will no longer be about you......ever! That still hurts my feelers a bit! :rotfl:
Love your ticker. It's going to be fun watching it move along.

~bree~

[AKbabe]

It is SUCH a small world. MY MOM went to Towson State University for secondary education!!! She is a middle school social studies teacher here in FL now, but we lived in Perry Hall, near White Marsh and she finished while I was in high school there.

The reason I asked about school is because I am a almost 34 year old mother of 2 boys who just graduated from USF last May. I started at CC like you then went on to get my engineering degree. I did the MINNIE last year the morning after I walked across the stage and got my diploma, I still get goose bumps thinking about it. I REALLY hope you are able to come.

Also, my mom who has never done anything like this is going to do the MINNIE 5k with me then I will do 15 next day. So maybe you can talk DD into 5k and you and my mom can chat about school :)

angie

That would be cool; I'd love to talk teaching with her! Especially since after my kids go to college, I'd plan to move back to Florida to teach there.

My mom was supposed to do the 5k with me last week but hurt her hip and hobbled around the parks; the 5k was not something she needed to attempt. But luckily for me, I can make friends anywhere and I found myself some new friends from near Buffalo, on the airplane (hi Patty and Joe if you read this :wave: ) so I had people to run with and learn the ropes. The last race I did was a 10k in 1994!

It would be really cool if I could walk across the stage the same day as I run a race. Heck, I would be tickled if the race was anytime after graduation, but no, it has to be before finals. I'm hoping I get lucky with that week. If I manage to pull this off, will you meet me before the race and hang out with me? I wouldn't expect you to keep my pace :rolleyes: and run with me, just so I'm not standing there like a little lost puppy if my daughter doesn't come through?

[nepatsfan73]

Krista--One other thing before I forget. The best part about the third trimester (other than the expectent mother's ever increasing desire to get the thing over with by then and the build up of it definately being the husband's/father's fault for causing your misery), is to be wary of the complete strangers who for some reason think that because you are pregnant, they have the right to go up and touch your belly. It always drove my DW crazy that people some how thought it was OK to do this, like she was a good luck Buddah or something.

Also, I am happy to see that you have someone else to share your Steeler sorrows ... I mean talk about the former days of glory with.

[angietuck2]

If I manage to pull this off, will you meet me before the race and hang out with me? I wouldn't expect you to keep my pace :rolleyes: and run with me, just so I'm not standing there like a little lost puppy if my daughter doesn't come through?

Not only will I hang out with you but there will be a group of WISHers that will all welcome you with open arms. If you are able to schedule it make sure you join us on the MINNIE marathon thread. We keep track of who is going where they are staying and what meets we will plan. Last year we met at Earl of Sandwich on Saturday (I wasn't there I was at graduation :)) then Sunday night after 15 k we went to Jellyrolls !!!! Lots of fun! :)

I am so excited you have joined us and we can be a part of this journey with you :hug:
angie

[AKbabe]

Also, I am happy to see that you have someone else to share your Steeler sorrows ... I mean talk about the former days of glory with.

And our future glory days. Number 6 next year! :woohoo: :woohoo:

[aladdinsgirl]

Patsy Bill--Not to make you feel old or anything, but I wasn't even born during the quote, unquote glory days, so I love my Steelers for who they are NOW, not 30 some years ago. Thanks for the baby tips though!

Krista

[AKbabe]

Not only will I hang out with you but there will be a group of WISHers that will all welcome you with open arms. If you are able to schedule it make sure you join us on the MINNIE marathon thread. We keep track of who is going where they are staying and what meets we will plan. Last year we met at Earl of Sandwich on Saturday (I wasn't there I was at graduation :)) then Sunday night after 15 k we went to Jellyrolls !!!! Lots of fun! :)

I am so excited you have joined us and we can be a part of this journey with you :hug:
angie

Cool! If I can swing this, I will definitely meet up with all the WISHers and can't wait to hang out with you! I really hope I can manage this. Since I won't have had my surgery yet, I plan to walk it (yeah right, I know I'll run some) but I figure it's more practice for the half. If I end up doing this, I will definitely join the MINNIE marathon thread. Thanks!

[wfloyd]

Krista--One other thing before I forget. The best part about the third trimester (other than the expectent mother's ever increasing desire to get the thing over with by then and the build up of it definately being the husband's/father's fault for causing your misery), is to be wary of the complete strangers who for some reason think that because you are pregnant, they have the right to go up and touch your belly. It always drove my DW crazy that people some how thought it was OK to do this, like she was a good luck Buddah or something.

Also, I am happy to see that you have someone else to share your Steeler sorrows ... I mean talk about the former days of glory with.

For Steve, the best part is being able to buy anything you want and say that it is needed for the baby. Of course the 10" table saw, router, expensive camera, air compressor and drill press are needed, don't know when you might have to rebuild the nursery or something. :rolleyes1

Bill

[Honeibee]

For Steve, the best part is being able to buy anything you want and say that it is needed for the baby. Of course the 10" table saw, router, expensive camera, air compressor and drill press are needed, don't know when you might have to rebuild the nursery or something. :rolleyes1

Bill

:rotfl2: :rotfl: :lmao: :laughing: :rotfl: :rotfl2: :lmao:

[AmyBeth68]

Amy--I have a question for you, I'm not sure if you would know, but since you are a trainer and work in a gym, you were my first thought. :) I'd like to start lifting weights again (I stopped when I found out that I was pregnant), but I'm not sure which weights are safe to do and which ones to avoid. I was thinking leg curls were okay, but leg press might be bad. How much weight should I use? Lots of reps at 10 lbs? 20 lbs? I'd ask my doctor, but he's not super active, so probably wouldn't know. If you can help me in any way, I'd appreciate it. Oh, I have some pilates dvd's at home, are they okay to do?

Krista

Krista: :rotfl: LOVE the Office...love the "little stitious" quote. Too funny. BTW...I have The Office theme song as my ring tone. :thumbsup2

OK...as for working out...first of all it's always best to speak with your OB about exercise :). Most doctors will say that assuming you are having a healthy pregnancy, that you can exercise as long as you were exercising before you got pregnant. In your case, that is definitely true :). As for lifting weights, you can definitely do light arm weights. Lighter weights and more repetitions is always a safe bet. You shouldn't be straining at all, or doing anything that puts undue pressure on your lower back. So keep it light and support your lower back. I'm leery of the leg machines at the gym...i just worry that it will cause too much strain. As for Pilates, I wouldn't recommend doing the videos unless they are specifically for pregnancy. I'm sorry :(. There are a lot of pilates exercises that need to be modified for pre-natal clients and should probably be done with a certified instructor who has worked with pregnant clients. The muscles and ligaments of your transverse abdominals are greatly affected during pregnancy due to hormone changes, some of the pilates exercises work the muscles in such a way that could cause them to pull or tear due to these physiological changes. Therefore all work should be done in a much smaller range of motion, keeping the legs more proximal (closer to your body).

Also, after the first trimester you shouldn't really be doing exercises on your back. In addition...you never want to work in any inversions while pregnant (i.e. lifting your legs over your head).

OK...so hopefully I didn't worry you. I think that Pilates and Yoga is an excellent way to exercise during pregnancy but I would love to see you work with an instructor present versus using a video just to be sure all things you are doing are safe. However, if you purchase videos that are specifically for pregnancy, and you have pilates experience, then by all means proceed carefully and go for it.

Walking and swimming are GREAT forms of exercise to maintain your cardio.

Good luck... :)

[wtpclc]

TXAng - Congratulations!!!!

Jen - You MUST come to the MInnie!


SHirt Timing - Someone asked about havign them for a SHamrock run. Not likely. The orderign process is usually at least 2 weeks and then another 2 to pay and 6 at teh printer for our current shirt company.


Mel's looking into tech shirts and we'll work together on the best way to proceed when she has more info. Polls will likely be in order.

[aladdinsgirl]

Amy--Thanks so much for all the info!! I haven't done anything except for walking and moderate running since I found out I was pregnant, so no worries for anything I might have done already. :) I was wondering about the pilates and weights, I am so glad I asked you to double check everything. I have some of the ankle weights, I think they are maybe 10 lbs, I think I'll just use those sitting in a chair at home and do my own modified leg curls. The only reason I was wanting to lift weights now is to prevent injury I might get when I jump back into more serious training this fall. But hopefully if I keep up with running/walking and doing the walking backwards on the treadmill thing Silver Steve advised me to do a long time ago (by the way, thanks for that info, Steve!), then my IT band won't let me down again next January! I wish you weren't so fast and I weren't so slow, I think we'd have a blast running together--talking music and quoting The Office!! :)

Krista

[nepatsfan73]

As Carrie knows, I love the lime green shirts. As far as I'm concerned, the more radical (women usually refer to this as ugly/but I mean it in the stand out to be seen by our adoring fans sense) and colorful the shirt, the better.

ETA: Krista-Don't worry about making me feel old. I've got a birthday coming up and when I answered DS's question as to how old I was going to be, his response was: "Dude, you're really old." Living in New England, I'm not sure where he exactly picked up the surfer lingo. This is why we parents are always tired.

[gatorphipps]

OOOOO, THe football talk is getting scarry!

Angie - you will be back to your speedy self in no time...you are awesome girl!

OK! I guess I shoud be thinking about what to fix for dinner. I got to work at home today (The plus side of working for myself)so my :laundy: is almost done...oh, but I still have to put it all up. AHHH!

Krista - I did aerobics, "ran", and walked while preg with my 1st....and I was back into my normal clothes in 1 week...but with the 2nd...yeah, not so much. I blame it on the Rocky Road Ice Cream diet though.:rotfl:

Need to bike tonight...on my trainer of course...I don't do 32F and biking!:scared1: Call me a wimp if you must.

[chimera]

Just back from 2.49 miles in 30 min...46% humidity! :banana:

I would also like to nominate myself for the dork of the week award. I went into work this morning. Our receptionist asked me if I came into work on charts...well, yes, but thought I might see some patients too. She looked at me like I was nuts and told me I was blocked out for the day. We block out our schedules as far in advance as we can because we have some folks that only see us once a year. I must have requested today off awhile back because of MLK, knowing that the kids would be out of school. :laughing: Darn waste of a good sleepin'-in day! :sad2:

TXAng...congrats on Sean Michael's arrival!

Jen117...yay for Minnie! Wanna shoot for a 6 min pace? :lmao: Seriously though, last year I did 1:57. I'm going to use the regular MFM half training program so my longest LR is 10 and see if training past the mileage helps.

Krista...yep, what they said. Second trimester is usually the best physically. I played volleyball with Kaley all the way through the end of the 7th month, with Lenna, I was a slug. I tend to be very efficient at storing calories so I just lost the final pound from the first pregnancy last year :rolleyes1 Now I just need to work on that freshman 15 from college ;)

Bree...:wizard: for your sinuses!

Christa...great pace as always! What's on your race calendar for this year? I don't like to go outside if it's below 50 so you're no wimp here ;)

Refurbishing for your future enjoyment:

RaceReady is working up a quote for us. They've said they may be able to cut some of the vneck shirts in lime. The lime crewneck and singlets are stock items and easily done. I'll update when I have more info.

We're also changing things around a bit with the team listing. There will be a separate thread that Lily stickies that has the team list and will allow folks to post a bio and photos if they'd like (thanks to Matt for the great idea). The team listing will move to the new thread and I'll update as always, just won't open the weekly thread with it, unless y'all still want it there as well.

[ms.mightyduck]

Thank you for inquiring about the lime v-neck tech shirts--I don't wear crew neck t-shirts in public....:eek: ;)

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Mel - I love the look of those v-neck t's so fingers crossed that we can get them in lime green. I'd be in!

[ms.mightyduck]

Given as many WISHers as there are, if they stocked lime all the time in the v-necks it would make it easy for new people who miss the shirt order to still stand out to help us identify them!

[rKyDeX]

My personal question for this week: I think Carrie's planning another shirt order soon. Would anyone be interested in getting WISH team tech shirts in addition to the classic WISH shirt? The last two WDW weekends have been warm and we have folks doing races all over the place and throughout the year so I was thinking something a little lighter in weight. Chester mentioned these guys awhile back and I saw their booth at the Expo:
http://www.raceready.com/men/4050.html
They have mens/womens Tshirts and singlets. Looks like they would do team merchandise for us. I think it would be more expensive than our classic shirts, but would be well worth it for folks training and racing in warmer weather. If anyone's interested, please PM or post.


Mel
I'd really like to have Race Ready W.I.S.H. shirts. Their products are made by runners, for runners. I have a singlet by them that is silk-printed and the images hold up well. But, like most of the tech materials, they are suseptible to runs/pulls. Let me know if you want any help putting this plan to action.

Chester
W.I.S.H. Half-Fast Missing Tinkerbell Marathon Team

[nucpharm29]

Evening all! Well, had my first "real" workout post marathon. 3 miles in 27:something and then some arm weight work. Felt really good--almost to the point of wanting to register for the LR Half in March. Okay, so I really want to register, but don't know.......I'm hearing all these members at the club talk about their training and I want to jump in. I'm such a junkie!;)

Angie--:sad1: This is me about the Minnie this year. We had a great time last year, didn't we? So, you and Bobby want to drive over for ToT in the fall? Huh, do ya? Do ya?????:rolleyes1

Christa--I know how ya feel about crappy marathons! Luckily the great time with the WISHers overshadowed the not so good race, so I'm ready to back next year. Like I said, I'm a junkie! Good luck with the tri-training

Krista--LOVE the new ticker!!!!! Ditto what everyone else said about the tiredness (hey, just think of it as training for what you'll feel like AFTER the baby is born;) )

Okay, crazy kiddo needing me. Have a great night all!

[goofyinohio]

I did 7 miles today and I'm a little worried. I feel better now (other than a sinus infection) than I have in months. Is it just the high from the Marathon? I feel like I could run forever. I even got it up to 10 minute miles today and could have went faster, but held back.

I only "WISH" I lived in a warmer climate so I could do a February/March race. :rolleyes1

[TXAng]

Krista - I felt most tired during both the first and third trimesters. Second trimester was better, but I still got tired more easily than usual. And I was really lucky - I only ever had a couple of coworkers try the unsolicited belly rub. Hopefully you'll have the same luck!

You know what I'm enjoying the most about not being preggo anymore? The ability to bend over and tie my own shoes. :lmao:

Gotta go grab a quick bite while the little one is sleeping!

[RedDragon]

Evening everyone!

I did a short workout this morning: 30 min cardio. Yesterday I did 30 min of cardio and then weight work. Boy, that really felt good. I'm treating myself to only 4 workouts a week for a little while. Surprisingly, when I was on the elliptical, my IT bands were tender but not like they were on Sunday. Maybe they are getting better.

goofyinohio: :thumbsup2 on the 7 miles!!

Stephanie: glad to hear the 3 miles went well. Let us know what you decide about the March race.

Mel: hahahahaha!!! Aren't you a good do-be for getting up on a holiday and go to work without needing to!!!

To everyone who has posted pictures from marathon weekend: THANK YOU!!! They are great and I love seeing them (well, except for the ones of me; I wasn't doing so well.....).

Have a great weekend everyone!

[angietuck2]

Evening all! Well, had my first "real" workout post marathon. 3 miles in 27:something and then some arm weight work. Felt really good--almost to the point of wanting to register for the LR Half in March. Okay, so I really want to register, but don't know.......I'm hearing all these members at the club talk about their training and I want to jump in. I'm such a junkie!;)

Angie--:sad1: This is me about the Minnie this year. We had a great time last year, didn't we? So, you and Bobby want to drive over for ToT in the fall? Huh, do ya? Do ya?????:rolleyes1



Great job on the workout, cant wait to be back there. And I am so pathetic I am the poster child of junkie right now acting like a crazy person because I cant run yet :scared1:

Also we were already planning on TOT :yay: I am not missing that fun 2 years in a row. It will be hard for me to give up RFTT it has sentimental value - it was our first race together where my addiction began :rotfl: Maybe we'll do both :rolleyes1


No training today, had to go to the county fair DS -11 Science Fair Project went to districts. So tomorrow will be Pump and Bodyflow. I think Friday evening will be my first run back. Today is the first day in 2 weeks my back doesn't hurt :dance3:

angie

[lenshanem]

Krista, congrats on the pregnancy! :goodvibes

[TXBelle]

Mel- Here is another web site that will make and sell team apparel: http://www.soark.com/clubs.shtml They only have singlets for men & women, but they do have lime green. Also, the women's singlet has a lower neck. They can also make team shorts. The best part is that you can order from the site directly and Carrie will no longer have to take & ship orders. That way as new Team members join, they can always get WISH gear and not have to wait for a group shirt order. They make t-shirts also, which would be great for the scream teamers.

[mkymsehi]

please add mkymsehi, and mushu pork

Aloha and mahalo from Honolulu, HI

[ArelysAdriana]

Hey everyone :wave2:
I just joined the W.I.S.H team last week (Do I have to do anything to really join? Or do I just keep posting?) and also decided last week to start training for the 1/2 next year :woohoo:

I have Marathoning for Mortals waiting to be picked up at the bookstore tomorrow, I'm so excited to start reading it. I've also been reading the Couch to 5k plan.

I want to start training so badly, but I really need to get some real running shoes this week. Any advice on good shoes would be awesome :thumbsup2

[Mouse Skywalker]

Good Morning TEAM: :surfweb:

Wow, everyone is sooooo chatty this week. Must be the runners high from the marathon weekend. Not much news for me. I've been nursing my hip which has a tight ITB. I've been using the stick on it which really, really, helps. Yesterday I did 10 min on the exercise bike, 2 mile on TM, 10 min on bike. It was a good workout for me, and the hip felt OK. I'm not going to push it too much because I don't need to at this point.

Everyone is doing so well getting back into their training.

Krista- I just wanted to say Hi, and hope things are going well for you and the new Steeler fan. Say Hi to Steve for me.

Welcome Mkymeshi - I think we have some WISHers in Hawaii or heading there this year.

Welcome ArelysAdriana - Marathoning for Mortals was such a great book for me as I was training for my first marathon (Disney 07). The book and this team got me to the starting line. As far as shoes go - the best advice is to go to a good running store, have them analyze your feet and running style, and have them fit you. A good running store will let you try out shoes to make sure they work for you. It's the most important investment you'll make.

goofyinohio- Great job on the 7 miler. Are you joining us for the Cleveland Marathon in May? We're getting quite the WISH team together for that one.

Mel- Thanks for working on the Race Ready shirts. I'm excited for them.

Sorry for those I missed, but I'm just trying to keep up.

OK, here's my blatant plug for photo votes. Thanks to my teammates who already voted. Can I get some more to vote?
DIS UNPLUGGED PODCAST PHOTO CONTEST
I'm begging for HELP from my WISH teammates! Please vote for my Podcast Photo Contest Pics! Could I recruit some of my friends/teammates to check out some of my photos and vote if you like any. Thanks. If you want to vote for a photo, I think you need to log into the photopost site. Click the login link in the upper right hand corner of the blue box.

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=93578

[Kristi1357]

Hey everyone :wave2:
I just joined the W.I.S.H team last week (Do I have to do anything to really join? Or do I just keep posting?) and also decided last week to start training for the 1/2 next year :woohoo:

I have Marathoning for Mortals waiting to be picked up at the bookstore tomorrow, I'm so excited to start reading it. I've also been reading the Couch to 5k plan.

I want to start training so badly, but I really need to get some real running shoes this week. Any advice on good shoes would be awesome :thumbsup2
Nope - you in are in & part of the team if you post here!
I think everyone here will tell you to go to a local running store and getting fitted properly for running shoes.

Krista - (More advice that you probaby don't want ;) ) But no one ever told me this, and I know you love your heels.... My feet permanently grew! :eek: I kept waiting for them to go back down after having Zack. Nope! I had to finally throw out all my old shoes and start replacing them one one by one. So, maybe don't go buying any nice new shoes you plan to wear afterwards, just in case. Apparently, this is common - who knew? I went up about .5 to 1 size and haven't gone back in over 4 years. :confused: Then again, I got as big as a house, and I know you are not going to do that.

My big plan to get going this week is majorly derailed and I am bummed.
It started with a cough thing last Monday and now is a sore throat, feverish thing. :sad2: I took yesterday off from work to get things done around the house and ended up on the cuoch all afternoon. I am still sick, but had to come to work today since I am alone the rest of this week.

On a good note (sort of - this screws us up majorly with Zachary), Chad is working the early morning shift here too today. So he brought me a hot chocolate from DDs! :cloud9:

[Kira G.]

Good morning everyone! It has been hard to keep up with this thread!

Today is another running day for me. At the end of this week I'll complete the 21 days it takes to create a "new habit." It helps to know you guys are cheering me on.

Krista - Congratulations! I have 4 kids, and pretty much echo what others have said about what to expect during pregnancy. I was exhausted the first trimester, felt great during the second (actually, I felt as good as I've ever felt in my life!), and then in the third you start to feel the stress on your body as the "beached whale" phase of pregnancy sets in. It is an amazing adventure, and truly transformed my relationship with my body in a good way. My life wasn't just about me anymore (something I guess I'm still making my peace with)! I look forward to celebrating this journey with you.

[goofyinohio]

Mouse Skywalker - I don't think I will be doing Cleveland this year. I'm planning on doing the Flying Pig in May down in Cincy. Although I haven't registered yet and may just end up in Cleveland.

[aladdinsgirl]

Krista - (More advice that you probaby don't want ;) ) But no one ever told me this, and I know you love your heels.... My feet permanently grew! :eek: I kept waiting for them to go back down after having Zack. Nope! I had to finally throw out all my old shoes and start replacing them one one by one. So, maybe don't go buying any nice new shoes you plan to wear afterwards, just in case. Apparently, this is common - who knew? I went up about .5 to 1 size and haven't gone back in over 4 years. :confused: Then again, I got as big as a house, and I know you are not going to do that.


WHAT??!?!?!?!!!?? I'm not going to be able to wear my beloved shoes anymore??? :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint:

Hope you feel better soon!

Krista

[princessrunner]

Krista: I guess I was fortunate not to have much swelling and foot growth during my pregnancies. The only time I had an issue was when my SIL was graduating from Northeastern and I was about 6 months preggers and it was 90+ in Boston where we had to sit at the top of Boston Gardens. My feet, however, have grown since I started running, go figure. Here's hoping that you get to keep all your shoes!!

Kristi: Are you doing the More marathon? I found the Vermont Marathon on 5/25 and we could enter a lottery to be a 2 person team (each running a half)...:rolleyes1 You can find the info under runvermont.org. There is a lottery to choose teams for the relay.

Is anyone interested?

[Kristi1357]

WHAT??!?!?!?!!!?? I'm not going to be able to wear my beloved shoes anymore??? :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint:
You are not going to get as big as a house (like me) though!
Maybe just don't buy more shoes now, just in case.
Oh, and buy slip on ones for this summer... :rolleyes1 :rotfl:

I was very sad when I had to throw out some awesome new sandals and other shoes I had just bought the fall before. Even my every day sneakers never worked for me again. And once I started complaining about this - everyone told me that I should have known that happens. Huh? :eek:

You are going to be fine. You are such a little thing and probably will be one of those women I hate that just get that 'basketball belly' and are back in normal clothes in a week....(CHRISTA!!!) ;)

And shouldn't you be laying off the heels now anyway, missy?

Lisa - Umm.....you run alot faster than me. Heck, you RUN! I mostly walk.
I don't think a team would work with us, but thanks for thinking of me. :goodvibes

[MomofCKJ]

WHAT??!?!?!?!!!?? I'm not going to be able to wear my beloved shoes anymore??? :faint: :faint: :faint: :faint:

Hope you feel better soon!

Krista

Not necessarily! I am an 8.5 narrow still after 3 kids. My shoe size NEVER changed!

Allyson

[Kristi1357]

Not necessarily! I am an 8.5 narrow still after 3 kids. My shoe size NEVER changed!

Allyson
Ok, I suck. Please forget my other post(s).
(slinks out of thread before Krista beats me...)

[princessrunner]

Awww Kristi, we still love ya!!! ;) You are not alone in the bigger than a house category. I clocked in at a whopping 182 the day I delivered my DD. Yep, that much. I ate right, took care of myself, exercised. I was in maternity gear by 3 months and it took me 2 years to take off the weight. Hence, the 7 years between children. The basketball belly fascinates me, how do you do it?????? :confused3

Also, you need to give yourself more credit. I think you would do just fine as part of a relay team. :flower3:

[Kristi1357]

I clocked in at a whopping 182 the day I delivered my DD. Ummm, 182 would have been a wonderful!
And no, I am not kidding... :rolleyes:

(I am really leaving now so as not to piss Krista off even more! :rotfl: )

[lenshanem]

I HATE THE COLD!!! :scared:

Got out this morning and froze again. My toes were numb.

Ran 3 miles at an average pace of 10:17. Decent enough for me, was supposed to be a moderate paced run.

OK, off to shower! Hope everyone has a good day! :goodvibes

[lenshanem]

Oh, is it my computer or is the DIS running slow??? :confused3

[ScoJo15]

Oh, is it my computer or is the DIS running slow??? :confused3

It's still slow...seems to bog down every once in a while...I'm sure they are still working out the kinks from the upgrade a few weeks ago.

...at least we avoided that freezing rain this morning...supposed to be 60 again in a few days :sunny:

[aladdinsgirl]

Kristi--:hug: :hug: :hug: I could never hate you!!! I have already gained 5lbs (all in one certain region :rolleyes: ) and some of my clothes are starting to get tight. I think I'm going to have to invest in some clothes in the next few weeks. I still can't figure out how Christa got back in her normal clothes a week after her baby was born. I'm hoping I'll get that lucky!!

Krista

[Kristi1357]

I have already gained 5lbs (all in one certain region :rolleyes: )I bet Stephen doesn't mind that at all! ;) :lmao:

[princessrunner]

My DH was very happy when I gained there. I think he wishes I still had it!!! I was playing competitive volleyball at the time and had to make some major adjustments with net coverage though!!!!

[angietuck2]

I have already gained 5lbs (all in one certain region :rolleyes: ) and some of my clothes are starting to get tight. I think I'm going to have to invest in some clothes in the next few weeks. I still can't figure out how Christa got back in her normal clothes a week after her baby was born. I'm hoping I'll get that lucky!!

Krista

I was definately not that lucky. When I got pregnant I was 21 and was never really into exercising but had managed to stay relatively small and eat whatever I wanted. I thought I could continue eating Taco Bell every night and not gain any weight - as before :rolleyes1

WRONG - Gained 60 lbs with first one. Yeah that didn't look to good on my 5'2" frame :scared1: DH likes to tell everyone I looked like a linebacker :lmao: Tried to better with second one, did a little but after Seth was born was where my quest to get fit started which evolved into running marathons 4 years later :confused3 How did we go from I will do step aerobics to lose my baby weight to hey honey lets run a couple 1/2 marathons.

I wouldn't have it any other way :)

angie

[Honeibee]

Greetings Race Team -

I think I have a dominant hibernation gene. In this cold, all I want to do is sleep. But...I didn't. I got up this morning and did my little 22 minutes on the TM. Next week I start my MFM plan for the Minnie. Which is kind of good because it just doesn't seem worth it to get up at 4:15am and trudge downstairs to do 20 min, KWIM?

Mel - Umm, OK, I'm sorry but...... :rotfl2: :lmao: :rotfl: :laughing: :rotfl: :lmao:

Martha - Even in the pictures where you think you weren't doing so well...you still look really cute! :cutie:

Dave - You anywhere near those three feet of snow that just came down? I suppose we shouldn't vote for the same picture more than once, should we? :rolleyes1

Kristi - Oh no! I'm sorry you aren't feeling well but the DD hot chocolate will definitely help! That Chad....:cloud9:

Angie - I can't imagine you with 60 extra pounds. You're a little reed! :goodvibes

[nucpharm29]

Count me in as another that was a big as a whale during pregnancy....I was giving Scott a run for his money there for a while. I remember getting on the scale the week before Matthew was born and thinking, "I better be delivering a 40lb baby!" He was a tank at 9lbs 1 ounce but somehow the other weight didn't just magically disappear (along with those lovely stretch marks) Oh well, it's gone now, and I have to admit that I'm much healthier now than I was before either of my kids were born. And what's this I read about Christa being able to fit into normal clothes a week post-delivery!:eek: I took my "skinny" maternity jeans (what an oxymoron that is) to the hospital to wear home, and they didn't even fit!:laughing:

Okay, enough of scaring Krista.....good thing we didn't start these discussions before she got preggers!;)

[nepatsfan73]

This is my 500th post on this DIS boards (I think I had about 25 in 4 years on DIS at this time last year prior to finding this WISH sub-forum) and I just want to express a few things to the WISH team.

I know, in general, that most of my posts have been devoid of any helpful advice as to training or participating in events. Hopefully some day I will be able to share such information as my goals still include completing a half marathon, a marathon and maybe even a Goofy, including accomplishing all of these at least once at WDW.

I have mapped out a training plan for 2008 which starts tomorrow. I am beginning again at ground zero and am starting with an 8 week 5K training plan and increasing from there. By January of 2009, I intend and hope to make it to the starting line, trained and healthy, for the ... time will tell.

The main thing I want to say in this post is THANK YOU to the WISH Racing Team. Since I started posting here, you have all motivated and inspired me by your training, events participation and overcoming of injuries and other set backs.

WISHers have also been extremely generous as to, among other things, providing advice, answering questions from me and other newbies, giving time in organizing shirt, hat and other WISH merchandise orders, organizing group meets and events, bringing gifts to share with the team, pushing us when we have doubts, picking us up when we "fall" down, cheering team members when not participating in or after completing events and making everyone feel like a part of the team.

To all new team members -- welcome. I was disapointed in not being able to participate at this year's marathon weekend, but I did have a chance to meet many WISHers for the first time at the ToT event in October. Although, because of other commitments, my time with the WISH team was all too brief, everyone I met seemed to express genuine concern, friendship and happiness that I made it to the start line and, albeit slowly, also crossed the finish line of my first event.

There are too many people to list individual names, but THANK YOU all. I look forward to seeing you at the 2009 WDW Marathon Weekend at various WISH meets and in the starting corrals as well. I also hope I am able to see some of you at other events before then.

[Mouse Skywalker]

Does it count that I gained a bunch of "sympathy" weight when my DW was pregnant with DD6 pooh:? It's taken me all this time to finally lose it.

Dave - You anywhere near those three feet of snow that just came down? I suppose we shouldn't vote for the same picture more than once, should we? :rolleyes1
Wow, no I missed the news about 3 feet of snow coming down. Was it near Syracuse? I'm an hour west of there, but that's Kathy's NYCPA and Erin's home base. Judy- I don't think you can vote for a photo more than once, can you? I guess I haven't tried.

Thanks everyone for voting for the photos. I really appreciate it. OK, here's my blatant plug for photo votes. Since I can't add anything more to the pregnancy weight discussion.
DIS UNPLUGGED PODCAST PHOTO CONTEST
I'm begging for HELP from my WISH teammates! Please vote for my Podcast Photo Contest Pics! Could I recruit some of my friends/teammates to check out some of my photos and vote if you like any. Thanks. If you want to vote for a photo, I think you need to log into the photopost site. Click the login link in the upper right hand corner of the blue box.

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=93578

[nepatsfan73]

Krista--I forgot about the growing foot thing. When my DW recently recounted her change in shoe size to DD#1, that was what finally put DD#1 over the top and she expressed proud and strong: "I am definitely going to adopt then!"

[Honeibee]

NEPatsBill - OK, I was going to be really mean and say "Look! A lawyer with a heart!" but I won't, cause, well, that would be mean. :hug: Although funny. :lmao:

That was a very nice post you wrote. I agree with what you said and I too feel very lucky to be a part of WISH. :cloud9:

[marsuzcos]

I met some of you at Disney last week!! (Did the half marathon). Please sign me up and how do I buy a WISH shirt??? You guys were so much fun! Thanks for the encouragement and support you've given me already! I can't wait to get active on your discussion boards--I have so much to learn!

[angietuck2]

I met some of you at Disney last week!! (Did the half marathon). Please sign me up and how do I buy a WISH shirt??? You guys were so much fun! Thanks for the encouragement and support you've given me already! I can't wait to get active on your discussion boards--I have so much to learn!

:welcome: You are going to love it here. :)

angie

[monte]

off topic, but I don't have a final chip time, it stops at mile 20. Does that mean that I didn't finish in the required 7 hours? When I crossed the finish line the large clock read 7:16, but I thought that wasn't "Your" official time?:confused3

[Jen117]

I didn't get on the TM last night. It took me 1 1/2 hours to get home. They shut down the highway, while I was on it, because of a pile up. So we dwaddled our way home at a snails pace. If the weather would have been better I could have ran home faster. I know were weren't 26.2 miles from home, so that would be a piece of cake right!! Did I mention our temps haven't gone above zero this week????

Dave - I hope I did it right, I rated the pictures. I didn't see a place that said Vote. Let me know if I need to do something else.

Krista - My hair changed too! My color is now more like it was when I was a kid. And some people get curlier hair. Being PG really does weird things to your body!!!!

[Sandy321]

This is my 500th post on this DIS boards
...

WISHers have also been extremely generous as to, among other things, providing advice, answering questions from me and other newbies, giving time in organizing shirt, hat and other WISH merchandise orders, organizing group meets and events, bringing gifts to share with the team, pushing us when we have doubts, picking us up when we "fall" down, cheering team members when not participating in or after completing events and making everyone feel like a part of the team.

To all new team members -- welcome. I was disapointed in not being able to participate at this year's marathon weekend, but I did have a chance to meet many WISHers for the first time at the ToT event in October. Although, because of other commitments, my time with the WISH team was all too brief, everyone I met seemed to express genuine concern, friendship and happiness that I made it to the start line and, albeit slowly, also crossed the finish line of my first event.
....


Bill AWESOME 500th post!! :wizard: I think you have started - and I agree wholeheartedly with your post - thank you for putting it into words!! :goodvibes

You are also an inspiration - and I'm hanging on - I wont make it '09 - but I do hope all will be there for 2010!! :wizard:

[Big Vic]

Krista--I forgot about the growing foot thing. When my DW recently recounted her change in shoe size to DD#1, that was what finally put DD#1 over the top and she expressed proud and strong: "I am definitely going to adopt then!"

Don't the feet have to grow to help compensate for the growth up top? Otherwise they'd tip over? :confused3 ;)

[wtpclc]

Bill - ((hugs)) Great post. WIshi I had met you at ToT. :(

Mel - That stinks! WHat a bummer to go in unnecessarily! BTW, My year starts with Marathon. Actually, I think it ends that way, because I already want to lsay last year's marathon. But no, a new year does not begin until after amrathon.

[princessrunner]

Bill: :love: We knew you really loved us deep down!!!!! :rolleyes1

[Mouse Skywalker]

I didn't get on the TM last night. It took me 1 1/2 hours to get home. They shut down the highway, while I was on it, because of a pile up. So we dwaddled our way home at a snails pace. If the weather would have been better I could have ran home faster. I know were weren't 26.2 miles from home, so that would be a piece of cake right!! Did I mention our temps haven't gone above zero this week????

Dave - I hope I did it right, I rated the pictures. I didn't see a place that said Vote. Let me know if I need to do something else.

Krista - My hair changed too! My color is now more like it was when I was a kid. And some people get curlier hair. Being PG really does weird things to your body!!!!Thanks Jen- Yup, the rating is what they're going for. Thanks! They're selecting the top 5 in each category, and then there will be a final rating to get a winner for each category.

As far as the pregnancy and hair thingy goes - it's all hormones. Hair curly-ness is partly controlled by hormones. Estrogen levels change chemical bonds that makes the hair curly. One of the things I used to teach in my endocrinology course.

Sorry about the Packers Jen. I really wanted them in the Super Bowl. Stay warm up there.

[aladdinsgirl]

Vic--Too true!!!!! :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Jen--I've heard that your hair can change when you're pregnant. All 3 of my sisters who have kids all had their hair darken a lot when they were pregnant. Good thing highlights are safe during pregnancy! I have an appointment next week. :)

Krista

[AuntieM03]

Hi everyone,

Hoping to join you all as I train for a 5k at Knott's Berry Farm in April and then the Disneyland 1/2.

I am on my 2nd week of Marathoning for Mortals. I have a question about shoes. I went on Saturday to a running store and bought a pair of Asics. They had me run on the treadmill before bringing out the shoes, but not when I was trying them on. The pair I bought felt great in the store, but now I notice my left heel moves around alot. Not up and down but side to side. My problem is that my left foot is about a 1/2 size smaller than my right. So if I get a shoe sized so that my right toe has room, I don't see how I can get one that won't be loose on my left foot. I was wondering if anyone has suggestions? I thought maybe I would try thicker socks. I can take the shoes back, but I thought I would see if there is anything else to try.

Thanks!

[Maherae]

I have the same problem with one foot 1/2 size larger than the other. I'll let the pros really answer your question, but thicker socks, wearing two pairs of socks, tying the shoes a different way are some ways to compensate...we'll get cha fixed up!! And the silly store should have had you on the treadmill with the shoes...siiigghhhh...

[AuntieM03]

I have the same problem with one foot 1/2 size larger than the other. I'll let the pros really answer your question, but thicker socks, wearing two pairs of socks, tying the shoes a different way are some ways to compensate...we'll get cha fixed up!! And the silly store should have had you on the treadmill with the shoes...siiigghhhh...

Thanks!! I thought so too, just a little late:headache:

[tink06]

Hi All! I'm jumping in with both feet! :banana: I just posted on the Minnie Weekend thread - I'll be doing the 15K. I signed up for that after participating in this years Marathon (I got to mile 18 :cheer2: ). DH did the 1/2, and we had a blast the entire weekend! I met a few of you while we were there, and did admit that I was a lurker! :laughing:
So now, here I am ready to start training for the Minnie, and ultimately the 1/2 in '09 (which DH & I are both signed up for).

Gonna go back and read the rest of the thread now! Thanks!!!

[angietuck2]

:welcome: Tink06 & Michelle :welcome:

Tink06 - Can't wait to meet you in May :)

Michelle - Although I don't have any advice on that subject you have come to the right place someone will help, as they already have :)

angie

[wtpclc]

Michelle - Have you tried lock lacing? Here's how: http://www.fieggen.com/shoelace/locklacing.htm Teh TM was more so they could figure out how your legs/feet move. If oyu could not feel tehm runnig nin teh store, it probably wouldn't have mattered. Try teh lace technique if you want, but you should be able to take them back. If your feet really are that different, I can't imagine that any brand will do better than another. Maybe teh people at teh runnign store will have more advice. :confused3

Welcome Tink06 and Michelle and others that I have missed! Such a busy tiem on teh WISH boards. I may have to take my pap top to WDW to keep up form now on. ;)

[lenshanem]

...at least we avoided that freezing rain this morning...supposed to be 60 again in a few days :sunny:



60!!! :yay: :woohoo: :yay:

[Sandy321]

I have the same problem with one foot 1/2 size larger than the other. I'll let the pros really answer your question, but thicker socks, wearing two pairs of socks, tying the shoes a different way are some ways to compensate...we'll get cha fixed up!! And the silly store should have had you on the treadmill with the shoes...siiigghhhh...

Maherae - dont you have problems with wearing 2 pair of socks and blisters (extra rubbing?)

Is there a way to add a heel insert? (I dont have this problem, I have different problems tho!!) Can you ask at the running store? Maybe your receipt has a phone number you can call and ask them about it?

good luck!!

:welcome: Tink and Michelle :welcome: Lurkers and Newbies!!!

[AuntieM03]

Thanks everyone for the info and the welcome!!

[Maherae]

Sandy, Maherae - dont you have problems with wearing 2 pair of socks and blisters (extra rubbing?) Nope. Haven't had that happen to me. I wear a pair of synthetic thicker socks with the WISH socks, which are thin, over them. But, remember, I'm a 14:30 pace person, maybe a faster person would have a problem. :goodvibes

[AuntieM03]

Sandy, Nope. Haven't had that happen to me. I wear a pair of synthetic thicker socks with the WISH socks, which are thin, over them. But, remember, I'm a 14:30 pace person, maybe a faster person would have a problem. :goodvibes

So wearing the thicker socks doesn't make the shoe too tight on your larger foot?

[gatorphipps]

Kristi--:hug: :hug: :hug: I could never hate you!!! I have already gained 5lbs (all in one certain region :rolleyes: ) and some of my clothes are starting to get tight. I think I'm going to have to invest in some clothes in the next few weeks. I still can't figure out how Christa got back in her normal clothes a week after her baby was born. I'm hoping I'll get that lucky!!

Krista

That was with my 1st! I only gained 20 something lbs. I was also throwing up the whole pregnancy....most don't do that, but it was not pretty! Try running out of a counseling session and not making it to the bathroom! So I actually lost several pounds b/4 I started gaining....Now with my 2nd.....again, the ROCKY ROAD ICECREAM DIET!

Swam a mile today in 47 min...ooooo I have lost the swimming fitness! O so slow! Must get faster!

[deekaypee]

As usual, the activity around here is like the start of a race. Everyone's moving so fast, it's hard for me to keep up! :lmao:

First, a little update. DH and I are still undecided as to our next races (before Disney), as our schedule & travel budget are up in the air. The transition to full-on running is exciting me, although I'm still not sure my speed qualifies as running. I also took a Restorative Yoga class last night, for variety, but it wasn't what I'd hoped for. I've not practiced for a while and the other beginning courses don't fit my schedule, so I'm looking for other options. Right now, I'm eyeing a Tai Chi course and a spinning class, for different reasons; anyone have experience with either of these?

Hey everyone :wave2:
I just joined the W.I.S.H team last week

I have Marathoning for Mortals waiting to be picked up at the bookstore tomorrow, I'm so excited to start reading it. I've also been reading the Couch to 5k plan.



Welcome!! MfM was my bible training last year for what turned out to be a WR, and will likely be for next year too. I'm on the C25K right now to transition to running full-time. I like them both!!!

Also welcome to Marsuzcoz, Michelle, Tink06, and anyone I may have missed in the thread's momentum. Michelle, I'm also trying to solve the blister problem, so thanks for posting! :thumbsup2 And thank you to Carrie for the locklacing site; I'm going to try it in addition to the Maherae's extra socks suggestion.

GoofyinOhio--great news on the 7 miler & how you felt about it! :goodvibes I'm not at your level, but I too have felt great about all my WRs. Strange, isn't it?

Shan: Excellent work. :woohoo: One day I hope my fast-pace will match your moderate one! ;)

Dave, I visited and voted. I love the silly ones, especially, although the WISH ones made me smile too.

Congratulations Bill on your 500th post! Right back at you with the compliments. You've certainly inspired me on this thread and others, and I look forward to meeting you. (I especially look forward to meeting you if the Steelers have a better year next season.)

Jen, I'm so sorry about your extended commute. The stress of being on a closed highway was bad enough, but to add to it the frustration of having your plans change...

One last thought--I'm loving all the other things I learn about on these threads. I now know more about pregnancy, and it makes a marathon seem easy!

[westcliffemom]

Hey Shan, let us know how you like the Airdrives!

[Kristi1357]

Awww Bill! :hug: Can't wait to see you again in January '09!

Ok, back on the bandwagon training is officially derailed. I do have strep! Ok, so how can someone who NEVER had strep in 35 years get it twice in 6 months? Hmmmm.....maybe a certain rugrat! I'll bet anything my little booger is a carrier for strep like my niece Molly was (was because she finally had her tonsils and adnoids (?) removed). He certainly is not getting strep. Growing up, my sister used to get strep really bad. I never once got it. And my mom is a lab tech - she was always taking throat cultures on us at home. :rotfl2: Of course, as a teen, I wasn't hugging & kissing my sister, like I am Zachary! :rotfl:

Krista - see what these little boogers put us through?! :rotfl:
Wait a minute. I should thank him. I get to stay home in bed tomorrow! ;)

[thndrmatt]

14 pages in 3 days?!? With all the new members, I'm still a fan of switching to daily threads instead of weekly (got voted down a while back)... Makes it easier for me to figure out where I left off, but that's because I miss a couple days at a time and get lost 10 pages back... ;) I'm also biased because that's the way they do it on a tri forum that I frequent, they just do a thread title with the date like 1/22/08, and everyone posts their daily exercise totals. Did a 3 miler first run post marathon on Thur, 30 min on the bike trainer Thur and Fri, a 7 miler on Sunday to make up for missing the 9 miler race on Sat, and am headed out for my "back to normal" 4 miler mid week short run tonight.

Got lots of races on upcoming weekends, but this weekend is a rare empty one!

[ms.mightyduck]

Matt, I think if we have this many people, it might be a good idea to switch to the daily format....

No workout for me today--I did brave my trip to the dentist and had my cracked molar repaired. Tomorrow I'll hit the gym!

[Big Vic]

14 pages in 3 days?!? With all the new members, I'm still a fan of switching to daily threads instead of weekly (got voted down a while back)... Makes it easier for me to figure out where I left off, but that's because I miss a couple days at a time and get lost 10 pages back... ;) I'm also biased because that's the way they do it on a tri forum that I frequent, they just do a thread title with the date like 1/22/08, and everyone posts their daily exercise totals. Did a 3 miler first run post marathon on Thur, 30 min on the bike trainer Thur and Fri, a 7 miler on Sunday to make up for missing the 9 miler race on Sat, and am headed out for my "back to normal" 4 miler mid week short run tonight.

Got lots of races on upcoming weekends, but this weekend is a rare empty one!

There's a 5K in Destin on Saturday iff'n you're bored.

[hockeygirl]

WOW! I can't keep up this week! Glad to see everyone is back home and back to their regular training!

WELCOME to all the newcomers!

Today, I did my first post-marathon workout...finished 3 miles in 29 min! That is pretty fast for me these days. I felt great and just went with it. I signed up today for the NJ Marathon on May 4...so when all of you are at WDW doing the Minnie, I will be running in NJ.

Hope everyone has a great evening!!

[AmyBeth68]

That was with my 1st! I only gained 20 something lbs. I was also throwing up the whole pregnancy....most don't do that, but it was not pretty! Try running out of a counseling session and not making it to the bathroom! So I actually lost several pounds b/4 I started gaining....Now with my 2nd.....again, the ROCKY ROAD ICECREAM DIET!

Swam a mile today in 47 min...ooooo I have lost the swimming fitness! O so slow! Must get faster!

Christa: I need help training for a tri. Here's my dilemma and I'm hoping you can help. OR anybody else out there with triathlon experience. I want to sign up for the SheRox Philly Sprint Tri. in August! I know that I need to build my swim fitness...and of course I can't really do much about that around here until my lake opens in June. Basically, how do I train for both a tri and a marathon at the same time??? All the training plans I'm looking at have you running only two days :(. That isn't good for my marathon training. Do you guys have a formula that works and allows for 3 to 4 runs per week in addition to the biking and swimming? Just curious.

TIA!!! :goodvibes

[chimera]

14 pages in 3 days?!? With all the new members, I'm still a fan of switching to daily threads instead of weekly (got voted down a while back)... Makes it easier for me to figure out where I left off, but that's because I miss a couple days at a time and get lost 10 pages back... ;) I'm also biased because that's the way they do it on a tri forum that I frequent, they just do a thread title with the date like 1/22/08, and everyone posts their daily exercise totals.

This is the time of year where we figure stuff like that out. We've grown quite a bit over the last couple years which is a testament to how warm, friendly and encouraging all of you are. I'm not sure what the best way to manage our growth might be. I know the volume of posts on this thread keep some people away and it's gotten harder to keep up over time. The post volume usually dies down once we get further away from marathon weekend, but I've noticed we've kept up a pretty good pace all through the last year.

I'm a simple person and I like having one central thread that keeps us generally together. There's certainly the opportunity to post separate threads like the Walkers group, Minnie group and the MCM turned Philly group. Maybe a separate tri thread would be helpful too? (I won't volunteer on starting that one since I swim like a rock ;) )

Personally, my biggest objections to daily threads (and I'm on a couple running boards that do that) is someone needs to be available to post the thread everyday. Also, I'm concerned that it would disjoint conversations too much. Every weekend when we switch over to the new thread, we lose some cool stuff that someone's posted late in the thread. I think that's worse on dailies.

So, opening the floor for discussion, what is your vision for the WISH team? Any suggestions on the best way to keep us going while keeping it manageable? I'd be happy to post a poll if we have a few suggestions to vote on and keep things anonymous.

[thndrmatt]

All the training plans I'm looking at have you running only two days :(. That isn't good for my marathon training. Do you guys have a formula that works and allows for 3 to 4 runs per week in addition to the biking and swimming?

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?articleid=36
I like the programs on this site, and this is just one of many that they have that seemed to fit what you're looking for. Basically you figure out as a starting point how many hours a week you want to devote to exercise, and figure out which plan will work out best from there. I'll be doing a similar 3x balanced program for olympics initially this year. Usually has you either swim/bike or run, or some have you swim/run or bike on alternating days, so obviously you'll be doubling up sometimes. They usually let you do your long runs for your running training on the weekends without much adjustment however.

[ms.mightyduck]

Personally, my biggest objections to daily threads (and I'm on a couple running boards that do that) is someone needs to be available to post the thread everyday. Also, I'm concerned that it would disjoint conversations too much. Every weekend when we switch over to the new thread, we lose some cool stuff that someone's posted late in the thread. I think that's worse on dailies.

So, opening the floor for discussion, what is your vision for the WISH team? Any suggestions on the best way to keep us going while keeping it manageable? I'd be happy to post a poll if we have a few suggestions to vote on and keep things anonymous.

I hadn't considered the disjointed conversation-ness (?). That is definitely worth thinking about....

[wfloyd]

Mel/Matt - As long as the threads can get, I still like the weekly threads. I can usually find where I left off and it is easier than trying to figure out which day I haven't seen. Like Mel said, it would make it harder to follow some conversations that seem to start a couple of days ago and get a life of their own. Like poor Krista and her soon to be shoeless wardrobe. :lmao:

Panda - If you happen to be reading this, you didn't tell us that you were starring in a movie named after you. Although since it is produced by the other animation studio I can understand why you didn't post it on a Disney board. ;) I took Billy to the movies tonight to see the Veggietale Pirates and they had a preview for a movie called Kung Fu Panda. Apparently it is about a panda who is learning kung fu with other animals. He claims he is a lean mean fighting machine but circumstances have taken over and he is having a hard time right now. :lmao: Looks like it could be interesting and a possible theme movie for the Wishers for a month or so...

Bill

[Big Vic]

WWdave - The Kung Fu Panda :rotfl:

Guess we'll have to get him some "Hai Karate" for Christmas. ;) :rotfl2:

[windwalker]

WWdave - The Kung Fu Panda :rotfl:

Guess we'll have to get him some "Hai Karate" for Christmas. ;) :rotfl2:


Actually it's Hapkido Panda. I got interested in it years ago when the Billy Jack movies were popular. I practiced for over 20 years, even taught some in Okinawa. I gave it up after I retired and never got back into it.

Obi Wan Panda:hippie:

[Jen117]

Guess who hit the TM tonight... Oh Yah, it was me. And I liked it. It was only 30 minutes, but hey I'm not really training at the moment. So I guess I didn't give up running after all.

[zoegirl]

Just a quick drive by...my day has been a looooong one dealing with a super cranky child, and I am SO ready for bed.
Went to Y today and ran 3 swam 250 yds. I feel like I got my groove back with the running today, yesterday was torture. Could just be that I was listening to some super cool music though. Going to try to run long Saturday morning. That will be the true test.

I agree that it's hard to keep up with this thread with this many posts. But I think it's a normal thing for this time of year, and coming off marathon weekend.
I bet it will slow down soon enough as people either get bored with it, or decide that running/walking long distances isn't really their thing after all.
I don't think I would like looking for certain people all over this forum. Most days I just get on this thread and that's it.
But that's just MHO

I'm going to bed!

~bree~

[TXAng]

I really like having a single thread for the week. I have a hard enough time keeping up with the one - there's no way I could keep up with multiple threads!

Going stir crazy here! DH and I went for a SLOW 1-mile walk the other day, but that was a little too much for me yet. But I want to get out there and get back to it!

I probably shouldn't admit this after all the post-pregnancy talk, but I'm actually wearing pre-pregnancy jeans today (11 days postpartum). :) Oh, they're still a little tight, but it makes me happy anyway.

[angietuck2]

I like the weekly thread as hard as it is to keep up with sometimes, because we definately lose stuff at the end of each week. :)

On the training front:

Did pump and bodyflow (yoga/tai chi/pilates) at the gym tonight. That bodyflow is becoming my favorite class. It combines a lot of stretching and balance works (a lot of it reminds of the 12 years of ballet that I took) and then the pilates and a whole track of back exercises. :banana: I will be back in running shape in no time.
:woohoo:

On the shirt issue, is there any way we will get them before MINNIE? It will be the first race I am not wearing AT shirt and I sooooooo want to be wearing WISH tech shirt :cheer2:

angie

[keenercam]

Okay, I've given up on trying to catch up! :sad1: Work has been too crazy!

Mel -- I would LOVE a tech WISH shirt! :woohoo: And the ones from the site that Heather posted were absolutely gorgeous! I don't know if we are already past that suggestion, but wanted to at least mention that they were the NICEST tech shirts I have ever seen!

TXAng- Congratulations! He is just absolutely gorgeous!!! I hope you are getting some sleep! :hug: :goodvibes

:welcome: to all our new team members! So excited about sharing your progress this year!

I finally made it to the gym last night - 30 minutes elliptical; 30 minutes bike.

Tonight was 50 minutes on the TM (14:50 avg pace); not breaking any land speed records, but did confirm the desperate need for new race shoes. :eek:

Jen -- congrats on the fast start to that last 30 pounds coming off. I am right there with you (though I am closer to 35-40 to go).

YAY! to seeing some of our guys signing on for Minnie. What an awesome time it was last year!

[angietuck2]

OK I NEED HELP/ADVICE

With all the races we have done our training is still very archaic and I am ready to move it to the next level. I WANT A GARMIN!!!

Until now we have plotted out different routes by the car odometer, which leaves us very limited as to where we can run :( and then if we time we just use watch. I am done with that, especially if we are training for full this year. That way of training makes it hard to do tempo runs, speedwork etc.

Anyway my request is I need any and all advice on which ones you guys have and what you do and do not like about them. I am going to be honest between buying new shoes, signing up for MINNIE, getting hotel for MINNIE, etc I don't want to spend a ton. I want one that will tell me how far I went and how quickly I'm running, that's really all I need.

SO fire away and tell me what you guys think :confused3

angie

[KeenHo]

Hi, I made it to the gym for my FIRST run after the Goofy today. I managed only two (2) painful miles on the TM at a 10:40 pace. I had to pause for three seperate stretching maneuvers before proceeding again.

I then proceeded to do one (1) mile on the elliptical/cross-trainer. Not very nicely done, but it was something.

More to follow....

:grouphug:

Howard

[MouseDogMom]

:welcome: to all the new members! I'm not going to try and name everyone - it'll take me an hour to go back through 3 days of posts this week and remember all the names! It's great to have you here.

Angie - I just upgraded from the 201 to the 205 a few weeks ago. I got it off Amazon for less than I paid for the 201 locally. DH has the 301 cause he likes the heart monitor, but I don't care. I just want to know how far I went and how long it took, and the 205 does that (and a LOT more). It keeps the signal better than the 201, which is why I upgraded.

Mel - I like the weekly thread too. I think Bree's right - it will probably slow down some once we get into the year and off the post-marathon high.

Ran almost 7 miles Sat on the TM at a really easy pace. Needed 2 hrs for the week for the wellness program at work, and I hadn't done anything since my 30 minute post-half walk on Sunday morning at WDW. Then LTO and haven't done anything since. It's probably not recommended to only do the LR's, but that seems to be my training plan at the moment. But I haven't decided what the next race is, so maybe it really doesn't matter? :confused3

Jackie

[mkymsehi]

Aloha everyone,

I just went out for my first Post Goofy Run. I have to rub it in, Honolulu is 78 degrees with 10 mph tradewinds. Good running weather, LOL. Eat your heart out.

Did a 1 mile walking warm up with my training group, then took off for a 8 mile run with one of the faster guys in my group.

Surprisingly, my feet, legs, and body all feel good after taking nine days off.

My next race is President's day, the Great Aloha Run from Aloha Tower to Aloha Stadium.

By the way, try mapmyrun.com to see what your training runs work out to be. If not satisfied with that, then invest in a Garmin.

Personally, I love my IPOD with the Nike Sensor so I can run to music, which a Garmin doesn't have. Since I don't wear Nike shoes, I use the adapter clip from switcheasy.com

Aloha,
Jeff
:goofy:

[littlegreydonkey]

Funny someone should mention kung fu Panda - we were in Epcot on
Tuesday and I said 'oh look panda' - Tim was so excited as he thought it was kung fu panda - but it was our panda, with Erica, looking at pins - sadly, I was still having a little trouble moving fast at that point so by the time we got to the pin place the panda had disappeared - obviously some jedi mind trick he picked up somewhere.

Toenail is still on foot - podiatrist was horrified by it, but said it would hurt more if he removed it - it therefore now needs more pampering that the WISH newborn and has it's own little bag of dips, wipes and padding thingies. Is it wrong that I now know the name of the man who trod on my shoe (thanks Kristi!) and am contemplating posting it to him when it finally parts ways with my toe! No running to report - podiatrist suggested that unless i wanted to live in a world of pain I refrained from bashing my feet about until it comes off!!! Helen

[Mouse Skywalker]

Good Morning TEAM: :surfweb:

OK, I'm having a hard time keeping up with the thread, but I'm trying to keep posting anyway even if I can't respond to everyone. No training for me yesterday. I'm trying to rest my hip/ITB, and I was busy getting ready to teach my first class at a neighboring college. Some of you may remember I've been having a lot of frustrations with my current job. Well I was offered a part-time teaching position at a nearby college, and it started yesterday. I'm excited about the new start.

OK, here's my continuing begging for photo votes. Thank you for all of you that voted. My WISH teammates are really coming through for me. Can I get some more votes? Thank you, thank you, thank you.

DIS Unplugged Photo Contest
Please vote for my Podcast Photo Contest Pics! If you want to vote for a photo, I think you need to log into the photopost site. Click the login link in the upper right hand corner of the blue box.

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=93578

[princessrunner]

Morning all!! I got 3.3 miles in XC skiing yesterday. I then did my core and dynamic strength training for another 20 minutes. I am beginning to hate the plank. It was 20 and pretty brisk but the trails were pristine and the skiing was awesome! And, yes, I was wearing my balaclava just in case anyone cares. ;)

Mel: I would have to side on the weekly thread as I can find my place where I left off the day before pretty easily and even though some days it takes longer to catch up than others, it is usually well worth it. I find this thread (and many others too) very informative and agree that sometimes I have found a topic that gets forgotten about in the following week and have to bring it back up again in order to fulfill my curiosity. :surfweb: So, mark me a vote in the "weekly" column!!

Everyone is doing soooo well with their post-marathon workouts!! Keep up the good work. Also, those of you starting out/continuing your "pre" marathong workouts (come on, you know you want to!!!) keep on keeping on!

Oh, and Kung Fu Panda, I LOVE BILLY JACK!! I watched ALL of his movies when I was younger!!! Ah, my hero....:love:

[nucpharm29]

Morning all! Gonna get some kind of workout in this afternoon. Hopefully around 4 miles on the dreadmill.

Angie--if there isn't a WISH shirt order by Minnie--I would be glad to let you borrow my tank. It's a size small. I won't be using it that weekend:sad1: so you're more than welcome to it! And I have the Garmin 205, and for the most part love it. Sometimes I have trouble getting it to synch up (and the one horrible run where it started counting backward:eek: ), but other than that, no complaints!

Okay, off to work! Have a great day all!

[mousemgr2]

Please add me back to the WISH roster. :-)

[marsuzcos]

Mel, I would love to get in on ANY WISH shirt order! :) Being a newbie, I don't have any WISH gear yet except the wonderful backpackss which are awesome and very generous!!! So, I'd be up for tech and/or cotton. I'd also be up for socks! So easy to please!:lmao:



Count me in for any WISH gear! You are the best, Mel!

[marsuzcos]

Alladingirl, I like your Hines Ward photo!!

[marsuzcos]

RaceReady is working up a quote for us. They've said they may be able to cut some of the vneck shirts in lime. The lime crewneck and singlets are stock items and easily done. I'll update when I have more info.

We're also changing things around a bit with the team listing. There will be a separate thread that Lily stickies that has the team list and will allow folks to post a bio and photos if they'd like (thanks to Matt for the great idea). The team listing will move to the new thread and I'll update as always, just won't open the weekly thread with it, unless y'all still want it there as well.

Count me in for the vneck! Thanks for all your work!!:thumbsup2
Marie

[Creativebeth]

Just wanted to let everyone know that there will be a nationwide special showing of a movie about marathoning tomorrow the 24th at 7:30pm. It's called the Spirit of the Marathon and it will be interviews with some elite runners, but also some "penguins" like myself!

Beth

[hoosmi]

Quick drive-by:

Howard: I'm sorry your 2 miles hurt so much- I ran 1 mile yesterday with my IT band thumping and called it quits. I don't want to go to a doctor yet, because I know it's getting better. By better, I mean I can finally walk without limping! It's getting very frustrating. To sum it up, I share your pain.

Helen: on the pain front, you win. You know, the WISH team has members all over the place- maybe you need to find out your toe-stomping guy's address so one of us can be sent on a mission to do a little stomping on your behalf...

Angie- I have a med tank you can borrow (it probably will be really big on you though). I have a Garmin 301. I sometimes use the heart monitor- it usually shows my heart rate is much slower than my perceived exertion- so maybe I'm cheating on my workouts?! I had a Nike+ but it was way off-- it was perfect in 5ks (maybe off by a few seconds), but told me my LRs were a good 1-2 minutes faster than my Garmin said. And yes, that was somewhat crushing, along with the realization that my LRs were probably shorter than I thought...

OK, really have to work now!

Jen in GA

[SamSam]

I'm a newbie here and signed up for my first official walk/run, The Minnie. I'm a little nervous about it, but reading through these threads gave helped me make the decision.
I'm definitely in for a Wish Shirt if an order is made.

My training consists of wogging (more walking than jogging) 2-4 miles 4 to 5 days a week and a variety of different classes (weight training, step, aerobics, intervals) at a local fitness center. I'm not fast, but hopefully with Minnie coming up, I'll be able to pick up the pace a little bit.

[windwalker]

I'm a newbie here and signed up for my first official walk/run, The Minnie. I'm a little nervous about it, but reading through these threads gave helped me make the decision.
I'm definitely in for a Wish Shirt if an order is made.

My training consists of wogging (more walking than jogging) 2-4 miles 4 to 5 days a week and a variety of different classes (weight training, step, aerobics, intervals) at a local fitness center. I'm not fast, but hopefully with Minnie coming up, I'll be able to pick up the pace a little bit.


SamSam, we still have openings for more players on the miles team if you are interested. It will begin on Feb 1st and run till Dec 31st.

Combat Panda:hippie:

[postesf]

Hi guys! I've been such a slacker since we got back from WDW!!! My first 5K went very well--as in I finished it!!! Yay me!

I have not signed up yet...but... are you ready...I'm training for the Minnie 15K!!! ack! :scared1: I cannot believe this! But, here I go! My plan is going to be to establish my base, then do an 8 week training leading up to the 15K. Something similar to Hal Higdon's 15K training plan. We are also doing the 5K too. Maybe for this one I can be as fast a Big Vic! :goodvibes

Oh, I may be a little behind, but thought I would pass this along...

I know a lot of you guys workout w/ ipods, mp3s... You may have already found these sites, but I came across a few site where you can buy CDs or download in MP3 format, workout/gym type music. It gives you the BPM (Beats per minute), which I read in a related article, should/could coinside w/ you heartrate. They have Yoga/Pilates Music around 90 beats per minute and then ranging up to the 140s/150s BPM for jogging/running... They play continuously without breaks between songs (I think--at least I read they do on IPODs) and the beat is consistent which will definately help me keep my pace when running. I've found this to be difficult when I create my own playlists.

Here are the two sites...
workoutmusic.com
powermusic.com

I found it interstering and will probably order/download a few for myself.

I promise to try to keep up w/ this thread starting next week! You guys just move sooooo fast!

Stacie

[lenshanem]

Just wanted to let everyone know that there will be a nationwide special showing of a movie about marathoning tomorrow the 24th at 7:30pm. It's called the Spirit of the Marathon and it will be interviews with some elite runners, but also some "penguins" like myself!

Beth


It is sold out near us. It would have been hard to get there anyway. It is playing again in February I think DH said... He also told me if you go to the website you can sign up to be notified by email when it comes out on DVD.

[marsuzcos]

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DIS UNPLUGGED PODCAST PHOTO CONTEST
I'm begging for HELP from my WISH teammates! Please vote for my Podcast Photo Contest Pics! Could I recruit some of my friends/teammates to check out some of my photos and vote if you like any. Thanks. If you want to vote for a photo, I think you need to log into the photopost site. Click the login link in the upper right hand corner of the blue box.

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=93578[/QUOTE]

Dave,
Princess Love is absolutely priceless. I loved that photo! I think it has winning potential!! Good luck! Keep in touch about the shirts and socks!
Thanks!
Marie

[marsuzcos]

OK I NEED HELP/ADVICE

With all the races we have done our training is still very archaic and I am ready to move it to the next level. I WANT A GARMIN!!!

Until now we have plotted out different routes by the car odometer, which leaves us very limited as to where we can run :( and then if we time we just use watch. I am done with that, especially if we are training for full this year. That way of training makes it hard to do tempo runs, speedwork etc.

Anyway my request is I need any and all advice on which ones you guys have and what you do and do not like about them. I am going to be honest between buying new shoes, signing up for MINNIE, getting hotel for MINNIE, etc I don't want to spend a ton. I want one that will tell me how far I went and how quickly I'm running, that's really all I need.

SO fire away and tell me what you guys think :confused3

angie

Angie,
Thought you should know, there is an entire conversation about the Garmins
on the Wish discussion board. I was going to lead you to it, but can't find it (I just posted on it, too!). Anyway, I want one, too, and they are talking about a sale at Amazon, no shipping, and there are WISH green accents on the band (201 model). Good Luck!!
Marie

[deekaypee]

Re: the thread discussion. I'm okay with whatever the majority feels. I admit, the fast-moving thread & discussions can be overwhelming at first, but you're a welcoming group. I'll just follow the posts, treating them like mile markers. Speaking of welcome, welcome to everyone who's new! :banana:

Angie, like Jeff and Jen, I have Nike+ (saving up for/earning that Garmin), and I like it, especially that it syncs with my music. Like Jen said, it seems a bit off. I wore it for both the 1/2 and full. It was near spot-on for the 1/2 & off by about 1/4 mile in the full. I don't wear it with Nike shoes (use the Nathan pouch) and I haven't synced it to my stride, so I don't know how much those things make a difference. On the plus side, the Nike+ is inexpensive (as I already had a nano), easy to use, and it made a difference in my training.

[thndrmatt]

Re: the marathon movie, I just bought 3 tix for me DW and a triathlete friend of mine to see it at the Santa Rosa mall in Fort Walton Beach, any of you panhandler types headed that way as well? Anne? Vic?

[Kristi1357]

Angie - we both have the Garmin 201 and really like it. I've looked at the newer, smaller models, but honestly I think I like the bigger screen to see my numbers while running.

Mel - I also vote for weekely threads for all the reasons you stated. And thank you for keeping up with posting the new threads every week for years! :hug:

Matt - we are going to the marathon movie tomorrow night, but in MA. ;)

I forgot to tell you guys....when I was at Target yesterday getting my new scripts, I bought the 5 green cowbells they had left! Gotta get ready for next year, right? :laughing:

[Honeibee]

Greetings all -

No training as Wed are rest days for me. Instead, in true corporate form, I spent most of my day - and I'm not kidding - in meetings to prepare for a meeting on Thursday which is a prep-meeting for a meeting on Friday which is about a meeting on Tuesday! :mad:

Kristi - Oh no! I'm so sorry! :sick: I hope you are enjoying your day in bed anyway. Come on, get better! You have to start training next week for the Minnie! :yay: More cowbell!

Speaking of cowbells, I'd like to thank Anne, Kathy and Carrie for giving Charlie and I some. :hug: I tied them all together with a lime green shoelace from Lily and they are all now in my suitcase ready for May! On the trip home, when we took my suitcase out of the car, I heard this noise coming from it and I said "Oh no, something broke." But no, it was cowbells! :laughing:

Mel - I kinda like the weekly format. I too think it will die down after a while. But under no circumstances do I want to scare Matt away! :teeth:

Howard - Sounds like you need a massage.... :rolleyes1

Helen - I think I'm headed down the same toenail road. I lost one on the other foot right after the Minnie last year. Now that one is all grown in, I'm going to lose one on the other foot. Geez. Guess my ugly dogs won't be seeing the light of day any time soon. On a more pleasant note, it was great to finally meet you! :yay: It was fun waiting for the race to start, while you were having your three course meal. And I was glad I got to see you one last time at AKL. Got any plans to come next January?

Dave - Oh Dave! That's so cool! :banana: What are you teaching?

Very sad about Heath Ledger...I liked him a lot. :sad1:

[wtpclc]

Shirts- I *should*be able to get our traditional shirts, in wicking material or cotton, by Minnie. However, we are at teh mercy of the shirt companies when it comes timing on getting the new ones done. Mel will let you know more on that when she gets info back. Stayed tuned.

More on shirts - Please don't post to or PM Mel or myself about wanting a shirt or putting you on a list now. We will put threads out when we have more info and let you knwo the best way to contact us with your information. It's just too much to track to get info before we have our own tracking methods set up. Thanks!


Can I mention that having your slowest amrathon is not as bad as it seems? For teh first tiem ever, I did not want to die durign my first post-marthon run. Did 3 miles on Saturday adn teh world has sabbotaged my work outs since. Hope to get 30 min in tonight.

[Big Vic]

Re: the marathon movie, I just bought 3 tix for me DW and a triathlete friend of mine to see it at the Santa Rosa mall in Fort Walton Beach, any of you panhandler types headed that way as well? Anne? Vic?

Nah. I'll wait until it comes out on video.

[nepatsfan73]

Nah. I'll wait until it comes out on video.

O Captain! My Captain! -- Do movies still come out on video or are you planning on waiting a long time to see this one?

[Stitch_lover_Sith]

Wow I thought that right before the Marathon was bad for keeping up with the discussion but now I am not so sure. But I do vote that we keep it a weekly thread that way we are not clogging up the boards with a bunch of threads and override other important threads, like race reports and Team order information. But that is just how I feel if the majority want it the other way then by golly we will do it on a daily basis.

Welcome to all our new teammates.:cheer2:

Well I went back to the gym on Monday and did 2.95miles in 35min. They were not busy so I could keep my treadmill longer.:woohoo: So in non training news my online courses have picked up speed and I seem to have something to do each day. Not that I am complaining but classes were supposed to start on the 22nd and most of my online courses started on the o15. Imagine my shock signing on for the first time and finding out I had a Quiz due that night. Good thing I was over prepared, made out a schedule and I have been sticking to it. Ran into a speed bump though, my laptops hard drive decided after 31/2years together that it was time to part ways. Why could it no t have waited till spring break or something like that.:eek: But good news is I have a desktop to fall back on and my new laptop should be coming home latter today. Thankfully I back all my data up or I would be in much worse shape then I am now.:wizard:

Angie- I use the Nike plus and a Garmin. I love the Nike plus because of the online community plus goals and challenges that you can set for yourself. They keep me motivated. I really have had few problems with it being off from the Garmin but I run with Nike shoes and have taken the time to calibrate it. One word of warning though, if you have a new video Nano, there is a software speed bump. It tells you on the screen that you have gone two to three times as far as you really have gone but in the mileage totals and what it syncs back to the website it is accurate. Hopefully this will be fixed with a software update soon.

Jeff- I am not sure if I can swing coming back to the Mainland For the Marathon in 2009. I would love to do it but I just am not sure. Are you doing the Minnie Marathon?

Sorry for the long post,
Erin

[Big Vic]

O Captain! My Captain! -- Do movies still come out on video or are you planning on waiting a long time to see this one?

Video, DVD, 8-track, it's all the same to me. :lmao:

[lenshanem]

Stacey - I'm gonna go post a thread about the AirDrives. :thumbsup2

Angie - I've got a Garmin 205 and it was the best thing I've bought since I started running. I had the Nike+ and it was always way off. I kept trying to recalibrate it, too. I would be lost w/o the Garmin. DH and I share it, too. The rare times we run together we'll just manually enter in the info on the program for one of us. You will read you can't share the Garmin or the program, but that is wrong. I just made both of us our own folder and I move the data after each run into the correct file. Now he wants the new Garmin coming out that looks more like a watch. I told him he could probably get the 205 cheaper soon, but of course he wants the new gadget... :rolleyes1

[dissoccergrl]

Count me in for any WISH gear! You are the best, Mel!

Thanks, but I can't take credit for everything. Carrie's been handling the shirt orders for several years, Dave did the socks, and Karen and John made the backpacks. It's truly a team effort!

I did 2.5 miles again tonight which seemed much harder at 78% humidity than it was Mon at 46% humidity. I think I'm starting to figure this stuff out!

I had a creepy moment on my way home. I was almost there when I noticed a car coming toward me on the road. As he got closer, I realized the driver was videotaping me :confused3 Bizarre! We have a cop in our neighborhood...I'll mention it next time I see him.

Nothing yet from RaceReady, but eye2eye said the shirts would be $25 each. If we tell them what we want (I can send a photo of the current shirts) they'll work up a design for us to preview.

Judy...it was sad about Heath Ledger. Knight's Tale is one of my favorite movies.

Angie...carb loading before Sarasota would be cool! Maybe we can get Chester and Tracy to come too!

Check out the new WISH team Bios/Pics sticky at the top of the page. I'll be keeping the team list updated there!

Good training everyone!

[chimera]

Thanks, but I can't take credit for everything. Carrie's been handling the shirt orders for several years, Dave did the socks, and Karen and John made the backpacks. It's truly a team effort!

I did 2.5 miles again tonight which seemed much harder at 78% humidity than it was Mon at 46% humidity. I think I'm starting to figure this stuff out!

I had a creepy moment on my way home. I was almost there when I noticed a car coming toward me on the road. As he got closer, I realized the driver was videotaping me :confused3 Bizarre! We have a cop in our neighborhood...I'll mention it next time I see him.

Nothing yet from RaceReady, but eye2eye said the shirts would be $25 each. If we tell them what we want (I can send a photo of the current shirts) they'll work up a design for us to preview.

Judy...it was sad about Heath Ledger. Knight's Tale is one of my favorite movies.

Angie...carb loading before Sarasota would be cool! Maybe we can get Chester and Tracy to come too!

Check out the new WISH team Bios/Pics sticky at the top of the page. I'll be keeping the team list updated there!

Good training everyone!

Sorry...that was me...guess I'm not used to having two of us DISing on the laptop :blush:

[TnTsParty]

No training to report here. The past 2 nights we have been having flash flood warning rain storms. I sware I have not heard rain for that hard and that long since Hurricane Wilma!!!! My sister's garage flooded but thankfully the trench the built around it is stopping the flood.

On a better note I am leaving for Disney tomorrow morning. My neice has a gymnastics competition at WWoS so we are all going up and are going to share a cabin at Ft Wilderness. We are all so excited. My sister's family hasn't been to Disney since Dec 2004. I am treating everyone to the Pirate and Princess party. My neice read the info on the party and she is even more excited. She is going to dress up in her Halloween costume - a pirate. How cool!!!

I am hoping to at least get a chance to run through Ft Wilderness. If we end up getting internet access (that is if my sister brings her laptop since I broke mine) I will try and post. I will miss you guys!! Be back Sunday.

[Jen117]

I just want to announce.... I was able to cash in frequent flyer miles and book a weekend trip to Disney for the Minnie...

MINNIE HERE I COME!

Mel - Do you still want to run with me??? I am aiming for 1:50!

[angietuck2]

Jen YEAHHHHH!!! :cool1: I'm soo glad you are coming!!

Everyone who offered opinions on Garmin -- THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! It helped a lot. Our friend who just did Goofy uses Nike one and he said it is always off. All you opinions have helped me a lot. Now to find the right one at the right price!!

So ever since I posted about Spirit of Marathon movie a couple of weeks I have wanted to go ssooooo bad. I didn't think it was all going to work out, babysitters, theatre closest sold out, etc. etc. But after a REALLY BAD DAY AT WORK :scared1:

The movie thing worked out I bought our tickets online tonight and we get to go to a dinner before hand. HOLY COW IT'S LIKE A REAL DATE!!:banana:

Forgot what that's like!!

No training today and tomorrow's training will be virtual - Spirit of the Marathon movie. Have a good night everyone.

angie

[wtpclc]

Woo hoo Jen!

Looksliek we talked some sense into Pat too! :rotfl2: