Wk of April 27 - 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.


WWDave's 2008 Miles and Minutes Team Threads:

Master Game Roster (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1705827)

New Master Game Spreadsheet (http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=ppYit0DjqjVcAhKsgnZ6hOA&hl=en)

Donald's Defiant Dashers Team Challenge (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1706769)

BUZZ's Brigade - TEAM CHALLENGE - POST MILES/HOURS HERE (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1706828)

Hakuna Matata Team Challenge Hours/Miles (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1706696)

Super Goofs Team 4 Miles Challenge (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1706657)

TEAM FIVE: Herc's Heroes--Post miles/hours here! (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1706441)

TEAM #6: OHANA-No One Gets Left Behind:Post your miles/hours here (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1706354)

Walt's Warriors (Team 7) Miles and Hours (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1702113)

Team 8 Jessica's Rabbits Bios and Info (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1702492)

[chimera]

:welcome: PiratesRock! Congrats on your first half marathon! Gotta love any sport that involves buying new shoes!

MouseDave...when will you hear about your interview? I have the same thing on May 9. I'm being considered for faculty at a new pharmacy school here in Bradenton.

Jen, Monica...snow?? When does that stuff usually stop?

Jackie...what race is your Galloway group training for? Do you start training for WDW this early?

MinnieMuffin...glad to see you'll be joining us for the Minnie! Who needs that stinkin' training? ;)

Vic...hope you're having fun at the race!

WWDave...I'm with you. Speakin' finance is like a foreign language to me ;)

Carrie...I love your Scott quote in your siggie!

Update on team stuff:
There is a steering committee of about 20 folks who are working on tweaking things around here to make the board a bit more user friendly. We've tried to make sure to have a good cross-section of folks to adequately represent all facets of the WISH team: walkers, runners, triathletes, newbies, veterans, etc. We will update the team and ask for feedback once we get a list of things to do together.

Is anyone available next weekend to post the weekly thread? I'm not sure I'll be bringing the laptop to WDW. TIA!!

[chimera]

Question: do you guys have blogs?

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Yup, I have a blog! I find that in addition to the boards it really helps my motivation. I've had a chance to meet up with a few blogger buddies at races before too!

Mel, BTW, I'll try to make it to the WISH meet on Saturday, so if you can just bring my shirt then that would probably be easiest. Thanks so much and see you on Saturday...!!

[TXAng]

MS Dave – Happy Birthday to your DW’s grandmother! And I hope you get the job. When do you find out?

Angie – Take care of that back and have FUN at the Minnie!

Allyson – Congrats on finishing W4! Sorry you were having a little ankle trouble. That’s no fun!

Craig – Somehow I missed the fact that you went to grad school at UT. That’s very cool! We love Austin.

Claire – What are you studying in school? How much longer until graduation?

Hockeychic Kim – W2D2 stands for Week 2, Day 2 of the Couch to 5K. Good to see you again!

Cam and Patty – Congrats on finishing Week 1! I found Week 2 to be only a little bit harder, not as bad as I thought it would be. Good luck this week!

Jen – So sorry to hear about the achy knees! :wizard:

Carrie – I keep threatening to chop all my hair off, but don’t think I actually have the guts to follow through. I’ve only had short hair twice, and didn’t care for it either time. Especially during the time when it’s too short to pull back! :rolleyes:

Michelle – Congrats on the 3-miler! Bride Minnie ears – that’s a great idea!

Scott – Hmm, dipping hair in chocolatey goodness…you might be onto something! A new way to get carbs on the run! :rotfl:

Frank – 8.25 in under an hour? You ARE speedy! :worship:

Debra - Aww, aren’t rescue animals the best? Our two came from a shelter, too. Did you get out and run today? If so, how did you feel? Hope the rest helped out! :)

Tracy – Pilates for Dummies? How is that? I tried pilates exactly once, and felt like a bumbling idiot the whole time, so I never tried it again. Maybe that’s the video I need.

Jackie – WTG on the 3.77 miles!

Allie – Woohoo for your first 6-miler! Congrats!! :banana:

Amy – Glad you had a better run after that stonker the other day!

Carol – Hope you enjoy running with your Galloway group! Sorry to hear about the painful calf, though. :wizard:

PiratesRock – :welcome: Congrats on completing your first half marathon!

Mel – Yup, I’ve got a blog, but I talk about all sorts of random stuff, not just running.

Me - Finished Week 2 of the C25K today! :dance3: Day 3 was today: 2.23 miles in 31:24. Feeling a little nervous about next week's 3-minute runs.

[kzmarathon]

Question: do you guys have blogs?

I do - at http://kzmarathon.spaces.live.com

It's been a great way to keep friends and family up to date during my deployment. I plan to keep writing to it when I get back home as well. It's been a combination of a journal/training log/just a fun thing to do.

Z

[PiratesRock]

:welcome: PiratesRock! Congrats on your first half marathon! Gotta love any sport that involves buying new shoes!

Seriously! I'm already planning my next pair. A doc I work with who runs said pretty much anything that starts with an A is going to be good and I noticed a LOT of Adidas out there yesterday. I wear New Balance to work in, and they're great, so they'll be on my list of possibilities too. I've never cared for Nike, they just aren't shaped like my feet... which has always been a bummer since they have such cute shoes!
I'm going to check out Runner'sWorld and see if I can get some good info, then find out where all the local runners go for their shoes.

[MomofCKJ]

TxAng way to go on finishing W2! I remember being very nervous about the 3 minute runs too but once I tried it and did it, it felt so rewarding! You CAN do it!

DH and I are starting W5 this week. Last night we went to PR Running, a store about an hour from us, and he was fitted for shoes. They spent a lot of time with him, had him run outside several times, and he ended up with a pair of New Balance. He isn't thrilled with the way they look (I like them, they have sort of a yellowy/orange N on them)but he said they felt good. We'll see when he gets out there today to really try them out.

I have a blog too but it is very random. I talk mostly about whatever is on my mind, which can be anything from parenting to American Idol to what's for dinner, and I just started doing this Pay Per Post thing so now the posts are getting even more random! It's all for the Disney jar though so if they want me to write about sites that sell workboots, I'll do it! LOL!

Have a great week everyone!

Allyson

[wfloyd]

Carol- would you mind sharing the instructions to do the Garmin that way? I would like to try it. Either PM me or share it here for others that might be interested. :)

Here is what I posted last week about setting the garmin 305 for intervals. The other versions will be pretty close as well.

Interval training - There are different options that you can choose and I think they have do with combinations of distance and time. I generally use run for a set distance and rest for a set distance or run for a set time and rest for a set time. To get there hit the mode button for the main menu then select Training>Workouts>Interval. From there select the type of interval you want (run time or distance / rest time or distance). Then you put in the values for the run and rest spots and how many intervals you want. You can also choose if you want a warm up and cool down time (I haven't used this so I don't quite know how it works). If you want to end an interval early, just hit the lap button.

It has been a while since I use the interval function but I think you need to enter in a number one higher than actual number of intervals if you are trying to run for a specific time or distance. For example, a 30 minute workout with a 3 min/2 min interval would need to have 7 reps. This may have been fixed but in the 305 but I can't remember. It is usually the opposite of what I choose so you might want to play with it a little.

Bill

[Hockeychic]

Good morning team!!!!!

I just started a BLOG, pretty lame right now but I am working on it. Need to post some pics but most of my race ones are at work so hope to get them downloaded this week.

TXANG: WTG on finishing week 2. I am starting tomorrow.

MomofCKJ: Good luck on week 5!!!

Piratesrock: Welcome!!!!!!

Leana: Has it finally stopped snowing there? We where in the mid 20's last weekend and in the mid teens now....burrrrr

Gotta run, WISH me luck taking DD 15 to the mall:scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

Kim

[windwalker]

I don't have a blog or a spaceface or whatever the latest and greatest is. I'm so motor mouth on here and DisneyRunning.com that I don't have any other time. I often can't find the time to say things on here I want to. I do try to find the time to keep up with the friends I have made since friends are our greatest treasures.

I'm wishing I was going to Minnie with those of you who are going. Everyone going have some extra fun for those of us who can't.

My lady is healing nicely and it's been a huge motivation for her that people have donated miles for her. She said the other day that she was going to be very dedicated to her training when she can start again. She said she was not going to let everyone who believes in her down and she is going to pay back those miles when others are down for injury or recovery from medical procedures.

I'm trying to be the poster child for "You need to stretch". I have always used my exercise time for doing my sport, first running then walking and not much time on the crosstraining and stretching. Everyone I ever met who was faster than me would give the advice, "If you want to get faster you need to stretch". I'm determined this is the year I get my head out of the sand and do everything right.

See I told you I get motor mouth. Slinking off now......

Walking Panda:hippie:

[SamSam]

:thumbsup2 Thanks, I printed out your instructions for a guide when I set up my Garmin.

[CarolA]

Just a note. Here's some additional info on setting the interval times on a Garmin. I set mine last night in hopes of a long run this morning, but it's raining (and I am a wimp!) Garmins are at the bottom of the page.

http://runwalkphx.blogspot.com/2007/08/setting-runwalk-intervals-on-watches.html

[monte]

Good Morning!

Today is Doggie Day at work, so we'll have about 100 dogs here throughout the morning. Doggie Day is where they open the pool up to the local pooches to swim before we drain it tonight. We do this annually then close the pool for cleaning for 2 weeks. It's alot of fun, but boy does it get hectic!

Anyhoot, I rode the stationary bike yesterday and did weights...it was a great workout! Enjoy you Sunday.:goodvibes

[curiouser]

Welcome, PiratesRock!! You'll have fun here!

Mel, thank you for all that you and the team do to keep these boards welcoming for everyone. You all are the BEST!!

Ang,way to go on finishing W2!! I remember being soo intimidated all through C25k and look at me now! I am proof that YOU can do it, too!

Allyson,good luck with W5!! yay for DH getting new shoes!

HockeyKim, good luck at the mall! ;)

WWDave, I never thought about stretching making you faster. That is something I need to work on more as well. I am good post-run but not any other time. Good luck!!

Monte, that sounds soo cute! But all that wet dog smell, eek!

Me.. yep, I've got a blog. It allows me to have verbal diarrhea about running without driving the rest of the world (namely Jeff) totally insane. :rotfl:

[dsnyfan21]

Good Morning all you WISHers!!
I got out and did a 7mile LW this morning with temps at about 76. (I was out the door at 6:45am). Humidity was a bit high, so sweat was abundant. aKept pace at a pretty even keel not wanted to push anything - average pace was 14:32. This was a taper LW since I did my "Minnie 15k" last Sunday.

I do not have a blog, not sure if people would want to read what I have to say. I doing this is enough for me. :)

Panda: Glad to hear your DW is healing well, can't be easy with both feet having bunion surgery. I had something similar to my right big toe (chilectomy), but they reshaped the joint mostly on the top and not the side like a bunion. I have degenerative osteoarthritis in that toe. It's been 2years since and I'm still doing good. Right after the surgery was when I started training for my first Half Marathon. I did have to go for PT for my toe, which sounds kinda weird, but I really needed it and it helped tremendously!!

PiratesRock: I like New Balance alot and that is because they fit the shape of my foot very well. I like that they have different thing for different people, stability shoes, cushioning, shoes for overpronators, shoes for neutral gaits, running, walking, trail etc. Just my opinion of course!!

Well, I am off to do some laundry, relax , watch some Nascar (go KK #9) and start packing for the Minnie.!!

[nepatsfan73]

Good Morning WISH Team.

Just wanted to WISH any Orthodox team members a Happy Easter. Cristos Anesti!

[Jen117]

Hey Team - Well I did my last LR before the Minnie. Nothing spectacular. I have a back injury that has been really good to me the last year... but the last month it is really aggravated. I dropped to r3/w1 (thanks Jackie) and kept a decent pace (while in pain). I had to run on the TM because of the cold weather here. But I noticed the sun did come out finally. I am not resting my back like crazy!

Today I will also have cross training. DD7 has her piano recital and then we run off to DD5's b-day party. I have to pick up the cake and balloons yet and then we are DONE!

WWDAVE - please share your stretches. I never know what to do, so I always do the same thing.

Mel - I have a Jen blog that is ramblings about me and all the stuff I do, running included. I don't have lots of time to post to it, but I am trying to do it more regularly. I also do a blog for work. Blogs seem to be the HOT thing right now.

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Just a quick note before I shower and head out for a bike ride, but I PR'd my 5K this morning!!!

I was hoping to go sub 30:00 but I started out too fast and the uphill in the last half of the race killed me. Oh well, something to shoot for next weekend at the Go Red for Women 5K.

30:22.....my new PR!!!!!:banana:

[Kira G.]

Hi everyone! I am getting in on this thread early this week so I can respond before I get too far behind!

Mel - Thanks for everything you are doing to have WISH evolve to the next level, and make it even better than it already is. I love, love, love this team, and am excited about what the future could bring. I am a total newbie, but if you ever need someone else to participate with your steering committee I would be to step in. And I totally trust the process as well.

Leana - I checked out your blog, and it's really great! I don't have a blog and I don't see myself having the space for that in the near future. And GREAT JOB on the PR!

TXAng - Great job on the C25K. I love that program - it's really what got me started on this journey.

Kevin - I haven't yet gotten a chance to tell you CONGRATULATIONS on being so close to coming home. My brother was in the first Gulf War, so I know something about what it's like to have a constant low-level concern and worry for your loved ones. I'll check out your blog in the next few days.

PiratesRock - A somewhat belated :welcome: to you! It's great to have you here!

Allyson - If you post the link I'd love to look at your blog as well! They are so much fun (and random doesn't bother me - it sounds like my life!).

Bill - I haven't really tried those types of features on my Garmin yet. I think I need to fool around with it more. Thanks for the tips!

Kim - Have fun at the mall! ;) I'm taking my 10-year-old today - it's her birthday and she's getting her ears pierced!

Panda - I wish I was going to Minnie too! :sad1: Add me to the list of people you need to have extra fun for!

SamSam - Hello to a fellow Triple D!

Carol - Thanks for the further Garmin instructions!

Monte - "Doggie Day" sounds like a hoot! Great work on the training.

Morgan - Your blog is a hoot! Thanks for sharing it with us (and Mel, thanks for asking!).

DsnyFan21 - Great work getting out there so early! To me, Sundays are for sleeping in!

Nepatsfan - Good morning to you! (well, good afternoon at this point!)

Jen - Take care of that back! Can't have you injured right now.

Wow - and it's only 2pm on Sunday!

As for me - I am struggling with myself today about getting out and doing my four miles. I am juggling a bunch of stuff and it might just fall by the wayside. I am going to try to fit it in between the mall, the phone call I have to do, and taking my daughter out for her birthday dinner.

One more thing I have to share with you guys, since I am so excited! We are going to WDW at the end of August for free dining, and I just upgraded us from POR to the Poly!!!! Staying at the Poly has been my dream for years, and usually it is completely out of the questions since there are 6 of us and we would need 2 rooms - try pricing that out, yikes :eek: ! But since my husband is staying home we can all fit in one room, so I get to stay at my dream resort! I'm planning on keeping the upgrade a secret from the kids until we get there, if I can stand it!

That's it for now! Off to the mall (woo-hoo!).

[Davis'Mom]

Good Morning!

Today is Doggie Day at work, so we'll have about 100 dogs here throughout the morning. Doggie Day is where they open the pool up to the local pooches to swim before we drain it tonight. We do this annually then close the pool for cleaning for 2 weeks. It's alot of fun, but boy does it get hectic!

Anyhoot, I rode the stationary bike yesterday and did weights...it was a great workout! Enjoy you Sunday.:goodvibes

Hey,
I used to live in Vail, wish I'd known about this then. I would have LOVED to bring our doggie to this. WHAT FUN!!

[Davis'Mom]

Just a quick note before I shower and head out for a bike ride, but I PR'd my 5K this morning!!!

I was hoping to go sub 30:00 but I started out too fast and the uphill in the last half of the race killed me. Oh well, something to shoot for next weekend at the Go Red for Women 5K.

30:22.....my new PR!!!!!:banana:

CONTRAGULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:banana: :banana: :banana:

[PiratesRock]

Hey All! Well I just found my next goal! I said earlier I couldn't afford another trip this year just to get in another marathon. I just sat down at the computer and checked for marathons in the places I'm going to be anyway. Disney's Race for the Taste 10K is the day after we were planning to leave Disney! So instead of a separate trip, it's just a small extension on the already planned one. I've already told the kids about their races that day. Did I mention earlier that my kids did the children's marathon? WooHoo!:goodvibes

[mkymsehi]

Good Sunday everyone,

I helped the Pink group out on our last 8.7 miler of the month. We averaged 10 minute miles, give or take +/- 15 to 20 seconds either way. Next month we increase the distance to 10 miles. Our group was 15 members of the clinic. The overall clinic was about 250 people today.

Hope everyone got out and did some miles. Have a great rest of your weekend.

Follow up: After my run, I took the Princesses, the Queen, and one of our four royal mutt's for a 4 mile hike up in Manoa hills.

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/DSCN2203.jpg

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/DSCN2198.jpg

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/DSCN2228.jpg

[mkymsehi]

Question: do you guys have blogs?

Yes, the link is in my signature.

[ScoJo15]

Hello everyone!

Quick drive by, but I'll be back tonight to catch up with everyone.

Just got back from watching the final stage of the Tour de Georgia downtown and it was pretty cool seeing all of the pros zipping around on their bikes. I did go out and run 6 miles on the way there this morning to complete my short long run. Things went very smooth, had some side stitches for some reason around mile 5 but I was able to breath through them and finish up just fine. I ended up spending too much time at Six Flags yesterday thanks to long lines and missed my workout...so I'll scrap Monday's rest day and do some sort of cardio instead. I'm hoping to get out on the bike, especially now after watching people ride theirs all day LOL.

I'll have a report and some pics up on my blog later if anyone is interested (which answers Mel's question ;) )

Hope everyone is having a good weekend! I'll be back later tonight.

[ironz]

I have been not so much online this past week or so due to work and life. So trying to catch up with a fresh week!

Leana...sweet on the PR!
Scott...must have been fun to watch the TD Ga. Very cool.

For me...trying to fit in workouts while traveling, but home all this coming week, so hope to get plenty of activity in, and have 3 tri's this month.

If you're bored, RR's from the last two tri's are on the triathlon thread. :rolleyes1

[Calcio]

Congratulations Leana

With very little sharpening you will shatter that 30 minute mark. Perhaps 1 session every 10 days where you carry 9:20 mile pace for a quarter, half, or full mile, with slow recovery in between of 1/4 or 1/2, do this for 4 miles of distance, and next race you'll think 9:30 miles are a breeze, bringing you in well under 30.

Good luck

Craig

[postesf]

Hey Folks! I'll back to catch up w/ everyone, but wanted to post the pics of the t-shirts I've made for our trip. They are all iron-ons. Some are for family too (shhh...it's a SUPRISE!) We'll all be matching one day. Guess which ones! LOL!

OK. Time to go pack 'em up!

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh153/postesf/100_2051.jpg

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http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh153/postesf/100_2050.jpg

Stacie

[chimera]

Great reading!

53 Runner's Commandments (http://www.pinebeltpacers.org/Rules.htm)

Cool shirts Stacy!

Kira...my pleasure. Thanks for the offer. We do need some help from new folks and lurkers. That may come up in a separate thread...just some overall info on what it's like to come here for the first time and how it is to try to get involved with the team.

[joan4mickey]

Great shirts Stacy.

Good info on the 53 Running rules.

[dsnyfan21]

Mel, thanks for the 53 running rules, Alot of those apply to walking.

I especially like the one that says, "Races aren't just for those who run fast.":)

[Calcio]

Mel

"When standing in starting lines, remind yourself how fortunate you are to be here."

This is one that I always remember. There are few feelings on earth that match standing in the corrals, surrounded by your peers who have gone through the exact same thing you have. I so look forward to being in the WDW half and/or full corrals at 5:40 a.m., with the dark sky above filled with the lights and activities of the pre-race morning.

And best of all, I get to do this at 6 a.m. this coming Sunday. To be out there with so many great friends, I can hardly wait.

Craig

[disneyluv]

cdn_gal_eeyore ... Congrats on your PR !!! :cheer2:

Stacy..Cool shirts

wfloyd & CarolA...Thanks for posting the instructions for the Garmin. I can't wait to
play with it.

Jen...good luck at the Minnie. I hope your back is nice to you on Sunday.

Good Luck to everyone going. (I wish I was going to Minnie.)

Not much to report here....went for a 4.92 mile walk..have to work on
increasing my speed.

[Kira G.]

I love the Runner's Commandments! Thanks for the link.

My favorite today is "The best runs sometimes come on days when you don't feel like running." It's so true, and definitely how it was for me today. I almost bagged it because I had such a full day (and I procrastinated a bit!), but decided I could fit a slightly shortened run in. Well, it was really great running conditions (about 58 degrees and overcast), and I had an awesome run! I'm just sorry that I had to cut it a bit short to make dinner on time.

I also couldn't help myself and let the kids know we would be staying at the Poly in August. I should have kept it to myself - they thought it was great, but were definitely not as excited as I had hoped! Oh well, it is MY dream after all, not theirs. And I am still beside myself with anticipation!

[Tiger Lily 03]

Hi everyone! I'm so glad to be here.

Mel, no blog for me. No time.

Piratesrock, great job on that half. You had a great time and oh what fun you will have in Oct!

Stacy, great job on the shirts.

Jeff, as usual, great pics!

Dave, thanks for letting us know that your lovely bride is getting better. Good news.

Ended up not getting a LR in this weekend. Quad was giving me some what-for so I bagged any w/o. I'll get weekly training in and be certain that I finish Minnie! For more work days and I'm off! Whee!

[MomofCKJ]

Mel, those are great. I especially needed to read this one after my miserable experience out there today:


22. No matter how slow you run it is still faster than someone sitting on a couch.

I think I'm printing these out for the fridge.

Allyson :)

[MouseDogMom]

Mel - Our Galloway group has a whole list of marathons we're training for. I don't have the complete list yet, but last year it covered everything from Va Beach in September through Kiawah in December. (Disney was added unofficially since it was after the season ended). This year they're adding the Victory Junction Run that a bunch of WISHers did last year.

TXAng - You're doing great on C25K. You'll do fine with the 3 minute run!

Monica - The picture in my avatar is from a doggie swim we did locally a couple of summers ago. Mystic loves to play in a kiddie pool, but she did NOT like the big pool! DH took some great pictures: http://www.shuttrbill.com/images/dogpark/dogswim/dogswim.html

Jen - Glad the R3/W1 worked for you!

Scott - Scanning through the DVR tonight and found the Tour de Georgia in there. Don't know if DH set it up or if it's in there from when I recorded it last year. Either way, guess I can watch the final stage!

Ran a 5K today (full report on the Race Report thread). No PR, but beat last year's time. At any rate, I ran 3 miles today and I get to count it as 6 for the Buzzies! Tomorrow is a rest day - haven't had one of those in a week and my body is telling me it's tired, so I'm going to watch my new "Pilates for Dummies" DVD and do nothing else.

Jackie

[SamSam]

Kira - Glad we're on the Triple D's together. Congrats on staying at the Poly for your upcoming trip. I've never stayed there, but do go over to eat. It's a beautiful resort.
Stacy - Love your shirts!
Mel - Thanks for the '53 Runners Commandments", I'm printing them out and plan to post them in my office.

Everyone- have a great week. For those going to the Minnie, I hope to see you there.

I did my last LW Minnie training today. Went out to do 8, ended up doing 10 because I miscalculated the distance back home. :confused3 :lmao:

[Cruella de mom]

Good Morning Everyone!

I am so jealous of all of you that get to meet up at WDW this weekend! I hope the weather is perfect for all of you.

I saw a sign at CMM this weekend that I think wins the best sign ever made for a marathon. It had a picture of two red glittered running shoes and said "click your heels." The other great sight were the three teens that had MOM spelled out on their chests. The two on the end kept doing handstands so that it flashed "WOW" then "MOM"

Cecilia's new soapbox stand:
I cheered at the finish line for hours and I want to make a big notice here:
Put your name on the front of your shirt.
Not just for you but for the runners around you. You would not believe how much louder the crowd cheers for someone with their name on their shirt. And they keep cheering for several minutes after so other runners get the effect too.

I ran in my TNT mentor shirt and since I wasn't mentoring this race, I put tape over the words mentor and wrote my name on the front and "for my dad" on the back. Dh and my running partner loved how people cheered for me on the course. They got as much of a boost as I did.

But as a screamer, it really helps to see that name. You get tired of screaming the same thing over and over. Plus, I was amazed at how many people smiled when they heard their name. I moved in front of the cameras so I could get people to look up and smile for their pictures.

You can have your name put on a shirt for about $3 at a sports store. Or you can iron the letters on, I think Walmart sells iron on letters. Personally, the puffy painted names just don't show up well enough and are hard to read quick enough to get cheers in.

Stepping off the soapbox now.

Cecilia

[lilouisianagal]

Michelle: Good job on getting back in there!

Frank: Wow you are flying out there! :thumbsup2

Debra: The grad program I am in is mostly populated with ladies who are currently teaching. Most of them just take a class or two in the evenings during the year and then do some summer school. So (a) I have to take night classes (3 hrs one day a week per class whew!), (b) I have to take summer classes, because some classes are only offered. It can be a challenge getting enough classes to be "full time", but this way I get my doc finished in 5 semesters and 2 summers. Most masters students are pushing their 4 year limit rule to finish! Yay on maybe finding a place to rent!

Jackie: :banana: on your running revelation!

Ang: My undergrad was in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education. I originally was going to get my masters in Gifted and Talented Education, but instead I decided to go all the way for my Doc in Children's Literature (still getting certified in gifted ed). I should finish in May 2010. Good job on the runs! You can handle 3 min runs :cool1:

Monte::dogdance: Doggie Day sounds fun! What a neat idea.

Stacie: Those shirts are awesome!

:earsboy:

I've had a good weekend. On Friday, I got my 8 miler in. I did get rather distracted by some blackberries along the trail though! So it was run.stop and eat berries.run.stop and eat berries. Perhaps not all that effective of a training strategy, but yummy nonetheless! On Saturday, while I was skating, I saw a fox! It was only about 6 feet away from me. It looked rather lonely, perhaps because it was in the middle of the city! For all you northerners up there I'll try to send our weather up your way. We just had a "cool front" come through--now it's down just below 60 degrees :rolleyes: .

[wtpclc]

Cecelia - Awesome cheer squad! You are so right about teh name. Why do I feel like I shouldn't put my name on my shirt because I'm not a newbie any more? :confused3 I lovecheering fro peole who have done it.

Stacie - Fun shirts!

Mel - No blog. Like I need another place to ramble. :rotfl: Thanks fro the link!

FOr those where it is still snowing. :grouphug: We're supposed to see some tonight :sad2:, but luckily not sticking.

Rough weekend with no sleep, so very little stuck in my brain. :guilty:

Did my 5-miler on Saturday. OMG was it windy. LUckily, dh did a good job of going into it on teh way out, so it was at out back coing home. The idff btween against and with teh wind? 1 MPM! Wow. Still, the with the wind splits rocked!

4 sleeps 'til Minnie!

[Jen117]

Hey Team - Today is a rest day for me for my back (it feels a little better this morning). Yesterday I cross trained in the afternoon during DD5's b-day party. 12 4-5 year olds were enough to make me go crazy. And only one major meltdown, when a little girl gave DD the Barbie car she already has (You can never have too many Barbie cars). Oh and I only had to yell at her once for inappropriate behaviour.

Now I have had enough pizza and cake to last me a long time!!! Oh did I mention it is snowing this morning. Yup, I thought it was over and winter is back. Some areas may get accumulation!!! Temps are to be in the 50's tomorrow and the rest of the week tho!

Congrats to all the races ran over the weekend. I opted out of my 5K due to the weather... snow and wind gusts of 40+ miles per hour. A 5K was just not that worth it to me (I didn't sign up for it, so I wasn't out any $$).

Have a great day all!

[monte]

Stacie - I love the shirts, they are so cute!

Jackie - Thanks for sharing the pictures, looks like everyone had a good time

We had approximately 120 dogs in the pool and it was so funny to see some of the larger dogs afraid of the water, while the little ones were swimming all over the place. We also had a big air contest where the dogs would run and jump off a big ramp into the pool. Some of the dogs were flying! lol:rotfl:
So now the pool is closed for 2 weeks for deep cleaning...too bad the entire club isn't as I would love a vacation. hee,hee.

[FireDancer]

Mel- I do not have a blog.

PireatesRock - Congratulations on your first marathon. The next one will be even better since you know what to expect now. It’s good to hear that you are going to hit the RFTT 10k. I am going to get down there and do it one of these days.

Leana- Congratulations on your PR.

Kira- The Poly is the resort I want to stay at the most. I usually just stay at Pop since I am one of those people who just sleep in the room and don’t hang around the resort but one of these days I will suck it up and do a weekend at the Poly.

Scott- I am looking forward to VS coverage of the Tour de Georgia next week.

As for me: This weekend was the Hermes Cleveland 10 Miler. I wanted to finish at a pace that would be a 90 minute half which would be 1:08:42. I ended up at 1:05:50 which was pretty close. I was a minute up on the time until about mile 8.5 when it went from wind tunnel to hill back to wind tunnel. I’m happy with the time though. All I have now are 5K’s until I leave for Italy.

-Frank

[TXBelle]

Morning Team! I did 6 miles yesterday in 1:29. I am getting so excited about the Minnie this weekend! I can't wait to see all my friends! This is going to be great! :banana:

[ScoJo15]

Mel - Yes...have a blog and the link is in my signature :)

Leana - CONGRATULATIONS!! Sweet PR!! That has to have you nice and motivated for this upcoming weekend :goodvibes: Hope to get a chance to say hello to you at the WISH meet on Saturday.

TX Ang - cross week 2 off the list..nice work!! I know you'll be just fine for week 3...don't let those runs intimidate you :)

Kim U - Congrats on your half marathon!! Way to go!! I'm an 'A' shoe subscriber myself...Asics :)

Allyson - Good luck with week 5 this week...hope the shoes work out well for your DH

Kim - The blog looks great! It'll be fun tracking your journey to Goofy '10 :)

Monte - Doggie Day sounds pretty cool! I never knew such a thing existed...mine would just go nuts over something like that

Morgan - verbal diarrhea :rotfl: great blog btw!

Tracy - how did the relaxation and packing for Minnie go?

Jen - Best wishes this weekend...I hope the back pain subsides enough for you to have a good time out there!

Kira - Poly!!! How cool is that??!! I'm HOPING to get to spend a few nights there for a little post Goofy RnR in January...you guys are gonna have a blast! Way to go on the 4 miler too!

Betsy - 3 tri's this MONTH?? Holy smokes! I don't know how you do it! :worship:

Stacie - Cool shirts! I bet you guys will get lots of fun attention wearing the anniversary ones around :goodvibes:

Lily - Smart move choosing to be fresh for the Minnie as opposed to risking further injury to that quad

Jackie - Congrats on beating last year's time and enjoy your rest day today!!

Claire - Who needs GU or gel when you have berries!! I think you are on to something!

Carrie - Nice work with the negative splits :) Get some good rest this week!

FireDancer - Hopefully the VS coverage will be a bit better than Sport South's coverage...they skipped so much of the action in their little 30 min recaps. Awesome pace on that 10 miler!

Heather - Nice run!! Looks like you are all set for the Minnie!

Debra - How 'ya doing, buddy?

Amy - It's Monday...tomorrow is Tuesday...Wednesday is WDW!! Hope the potential 6 pilates classes between now and then go well for you...should have you all geared up to film your DVD :goodvibes: :hug:

Scott's World - Well I pretty much covered it yesterday, but I did the 6 miler, then watched the final stage of the bike race. Today I need to make up for my missed workout on Saturday. If the weather holds out, I'm gonna do a 10+ mile bike ride around the 'hood...if the rain continues, I'll just knock out 45 or so minutes on the elliptical. Other than that, just checking off the final to do list so that I can be up and out the door early Wednesday morning for my trip to WDW! :goodvibes:

[aladdinsgirl]

Good morning, WISHer's!!! Happy Monday!!! I'm going to try to get caught up today, we were out of town Friday through last night, so I wasn't able to post. I did get to read as we had the laptop and a wireless card, having the Internet certainly made the 6.5 hour car ride go a lot faster!!

PiratesRock--:welcome:! And congrats on your first half marathon!!

Michelle--Congrats on your 3 mile run! I'm going to second Craig, please be careful not to push the pace or run too much and get injured. Slow and steady is the key to training! Also, from last week, I do not think that booking through a travel company is cheating at all! I admire people who run for charity, but I can't do it all, I just don't feel comfortable asking for and then collecting donations. If I signed up to run with a charity group, I would probably end up paying for my donations out of pocket! How is your wedding planning going? When is the big day?

Monica, Carrie, and Jen--Snow??? Are you guys serious??? Although tonight it's supposed to get down in the 30's again. Explain to me how you can go from 85/60 to 50/35 in a matter of 3 days??

Monica--The doggie swim sounds like fun! Sorry you don't get a vacation for the next 2 weeks!

Carrie--YAY for your lr on Saturday!! You are so ready for Minnie!!

Jen--You had how many 5 year olds were at your house over the weekend? :faint: Did I read that you are running the half in January? We'll have to talk pacing the closer we get. That is if I'm able to get back in shape to run after the baby gets here. I may end up being a back of the packer, which is A-OKAY with me!

Leana--Congrats on your PR!! That is awesome!! I'm overwhelmed when I read your posts and see all that you do. I don't know how you have time for it all!

Scott--Haven't seen our neighbor or his dogs since that incident. Hopefully it opened the family's eyes to keep better tabs on their pets. But I doubt it. I watched some of the draft on Saturday, but I don't follow college football at all, so I didn't know any of the draft picks. Stephen's cousin how does follow college football was jealous with the Steelers picks, so I'm guessing it was a good draft! Did you pick a resort to stay at? I'm a big fan of the POP.

Kira--You're staying at the Poly?! I am green with envy! Have a great time!

Cecilia--How did CMM go? Was your's husband's IT band okay? Great idea about putting your name on your shirt. I know whenever I've watched an event that I wasn't running, I always call out people by name. As a runner, I know how huge that is in the middle of a race.

Jackie--I love that picture of Mystic! I know she and Hines would make great friends! How is your knee holding up? We were in your part of the world over the weekend, Asheville, NC.

Stacie--Awesome shirts!! You are so creative!!

Mel--Do you still need someone to start the thread this weekend? We'll be around if you do. Just let me know. Oh, and no I don't keep a blog, but we're trying to figure out which route to go with the baby. We've looked into doing a baby page through different website and starting our own website.

Judy--Keep resting that hammie!! :wizard:

Minnie Racers--Good luck this weekend! I'll be thinking about you as I watch the Flying Pig. (And speaking of Flying Pig, I got Hines the CUTEST pig costume to wear, can't wait to post pictures. :lmao: ) :wizard: :wizard: for safe travels this week and have lots of fun!!!! party:

Did anyone happen to catch the Disney on A Dime special on the Travel Channel? We Tivo'd it and watched it last night. There's a scene where a family is at Trails End and at the table behind them was guy wearing a marathon shirt and his Goofy medal! :thumbsup2

I don't have any training updates to share. I think I'm going to dig out my old Marathon for Mortals book and look at the walk half marathon plan, I was thinking I could probably do that now, it'll give me a schedule to follow and it shouldn't be too strenous. I'm just really nervous about bouncing back once the baby is born and not getting injured. And speaking of the baby, I do have baby news, Stephen finally "saw" the baby move and felt him move on Saturday, it's all becoming so real!!

Krista

[andromedaslove]

I saw a sign at CMM this weekend that I think wins the best sign ever made for a marathon. It had a picture of two red glittered running shoes and said "click your heels." The other great sight were the three teens that had MOM spelled out on their chests. The two on the end kept doing handstands so that it flashed "WOW" then "MOM"


OK that has got to be the cutest thing I have ever heard. I literally LOL'ed when I got that picture in my head!!


I've had a good weekend. On Friday, I got my 8 miler in. I did get rather distracted by some blackberries along the trail though! So it was run.stop and eat berries.run.stop and eat berries. Perhaps not all that effective of a training strategy, but yummy nonetheless!

That sounds like my kind of run!! Yummy!!

As for me. We'll Saturday morning I got up and got my 8 miles in. I kept about an 8:47 pace for the entire run, but I was really sore Sunday and still a little today. I may slow my pace for Minnie down a little. I was planning about an 8mpm, but it will probably be more like an 8:15-8:30. Saturday we threw a BBQ/surprise birthday party for Michael. He was so shocked, and it was so much fun. I think I scared him with the sparkler candles though. We lit the candles and started singing "Happy Birthday" and he was saying, "Mom, they're flashing", "MOM, they're FLASHING", "They're not supposed to be doing THAT!!". It was so flippin' funny. We even got it on video!! Gosh it's hard to believe that he turned 7 today!! Right now I am cleaning, baking cupcakes to take to his class, and trying to get in a quick run. I'll let you know how it all works out later!! Hope everyone has a great day!!

Dana

[Hockeychic]

Good Morning Team!!!!

Morgan Great blog!!!

Jen Love your blog as well.

Leana WTG on the PR that is awesome

Kira How did the ear piercing go????

Kim U WTG on being able to enter Race for the Taste...maybe you could extend a bit longer and do ToT;)

Jeff you have a beautiful family!!!

Stacie Great shirts!!!!

Mel Love the commandments!!! Thanks for posting them

Jackie WTG on beating last years time

Scott Great blog....everyones are so great...I have lots of work to do:scared1:

Hey there to all I missed and congrats on all the runs/ walks this weekend.

Also for those leaving for Minnie soon.....have a awesome time, can't wait to hear all about it.

Kim

[Cruella de mom]

Cecilia--How did CMM go? Was your's husband's IT band okay? Great idea about putting your name on your shirt. I know whenever I've watched an event that I wasn't running, I always call out people by name. As a runner, I know how huge that is in the middle of a race.

Krista - Thanks for asking! I posted a report on the race report thread. (I am trying to follow rule #1 and not whine.)
Dh had NO ITband problems and had an awesome race. He is so excited! I take all the credit as his coach. :lmao:
I think we really need to stress to ALL our racers how huge it is to the crowd to know your name so they can cheer for you. Not because you need the cheers but because they want to cheer for you.

Cecilia

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Morning team!

TxAng - Yay, you finished week 2! Congratulations!

Kevin - Thanks for the link to your blog. Safe travels back home!

Kim U - Welcome to the boards and congratulations on your race! I'd definitely recommend finding a good running store and getting fitted for shoes. Ultimately brand and colour don't matter, it just depends what works best for your feet. Good luck shopping!

Allyson - Good luck with week 5!

Hockey Kim - Yes, it has finally stopped snowing here!!! We reached 18 yesterday, 20 today. The weather is definitely looking up! How was the trip to the mall?

PandaDave - So sorry you guys won't be at the final Minnie. Best wishes to Erica as she continues to recover!

Monica - Doggie Day sounded like a hoot!

Tracey - Great job on you 7 mi walk this weekend. It sounds like you'll be great for the Minnie this weekend!

Jen - Fingers crossed your back will be just fine for the Minnie!

Kira - Thanks for the kudos and checking out the blog! Congrats on getting that run in even though your day was busy.

Jeff - Gorgeous pictures!

Craig - Thanks so much for the advice, I'll definitely have to give that plan a whirl.

Stacie - Love the shirts! See you at the world next weekend!

disneyluv - Thanks!

Lily - You've been working hard so it sounds like the rest was a great way to go. See you in a few days!

Jackie - Congratulations on your race!

SamSam - 10 miles?! Good job!

Cecilia - Terrific idea. Once again, congratulations on your race this weekend.

Claire - Good job on your 8 miler!

Carrie - Oh no, snow?! I've seen enough of that white stuff to last me several months now.

Frank - Congrats on your race! When are you off to Italy? Where in Italy are you going? I love it over there and can't wait to get back one year.

Heather - Great job on your 6 miler!

Scott - Thanks! Good luck on the bike or elliptical today. I can't believe the Minnie is so close already!

Krista - Thanks so much! How great the Stephen got to see the baby move!

Dana - Great job on your 8 miler - sorry to hear it was painful afterwards though. Glad to hear the surprise birthday party was a hit!

As for me, after my race yesterday I went out for a nice bike ride. Rode towards a trendy part of town, Marda Loop, for about 10 miles. We stopped at a pub for some wings, then rode back. The hills on the way back...killed me! After the last little incline I was so glad to almost be done because my legs were finished. 19.15 mi when it was all said and done. Had a scary moment though - a woman not paying attention almost made a left turn into me as I was going through an intersection. She started her turn just as I entered the intersection so there was no way I could stop. Luckily she did stop in time, but it was still pretty scary.

Otherwise, the weather here is amazing! I'm going to aim for 3 mi over lunch today. Tomorrow night I have boot camp, then I leave on a red eye for Orlando that night. I'm hoping to get a run in around SSR-DTD on Thursday. Hopefully the warm weather and Thursday's run will help me to aclimatize in time for the races this weekend!

[Honeibee]

Greetings Race Team -

Just a quick "It's all about me" post because I have a thousand things to do at work today. :mad:

I did 6 miles on Saturday morning. I took it a little easy. The hamstring let me know it was there within the first half mile and kept reminding me the entire time, but it was very slight. Certainly nothing to stop me. This morning I did 30 on the TM. I'll do the same Wed and Fri morning...then I am done! Bring on the Minnie! :woohoo:

[postesf]

Good Morning WISHers! Well, I guess it's more noonish...LUNCH TIME! ;)

Hope everyone had a good weekend!

Mel..I don't have a blog. No time. Thanks for the posting the Running Rules. :thumbsup2

Angie...How's the back??? Treating you ok?

TXAng--Congrats on completing Week 2!!! Way to go. You can do week 3. No problem! :)

Priates Rock Kim... WELCOME! Have fun shoe shopping! I went to Fleet Feet and I think I tried on every pair in the store! I was in there well-over 2 hours. I ended up w/ 2 pair. One is my every day wearer. I wear them to work and around town--New Balance. I've good success w/ New Balance and my running shoes are Saucony's. Saucony Hurricane 9 to be exact. :goodvibes They have done well for me. I need a good stability shoe.

Allyson...Good luck on Week 5! You guys will do awesome!

Monte...Doggie Day. Sounds fun. Great job on the biking and the weights!

Jen...Glad to hear you back is feeling better.

Leana...Yay for the PR!!! :cheer2: Congrats! Glad to hear your close call on the bike was not too close. Scarry!

Kira G. Did you get your 4 miler in? The Poly!!! How nice. I would LOVE to stay there, but my pocketbook disagrees!

Jeff...Nice hiking. Looks beautiful.

Scott...Yay for getting your 6 miler in. What discipline you have to make up your workout today! Hope you had fun at Six Flags. Sounds awesome. My brother and I went years ago when we went to visit Susan. It's probably been almost 10 years! It is so not fair you leave Wednesday! ugh. I have to wait til Friday! :goodvibes

Amy...Hi! How are ya chick? :wave2:

Krista...we didn't get Disney on a Dime. We have regular cable and they moved that channel to Digital Cable. :headache: I love the travel channel, but never get to watch anymore. I can't justify the cost difference for one channel though.

For me...I got my 8 miler in on Friday. I was SLOW!!! I'm not sure how I feel about it. Am irritated, discouraged? 1.30+ behind pace. or am I ok with it because I took it easy, got in the miles, uninjured. I can't decide. I wasn't sore after, feel good, but my pace sucked which makes me doubt myself for the Minnie 15K and worry about the possibility of getting swept. I will definately be getting to the starting line undertrained and healthy vs. overtrained and injured though. That's about it. I hope to get a 30 min walk tonight and Wed night.

I got most of our packing done yesterday. My new camera came in. Yippe! Now we just need to learn how to use it. We fly out Friday Morning. I can hardly wait!

Stacie

[MiaBanda]

Hi everyone! Nice to "meet" all of you! :flower3: I am new to the WISH team and have just been put on Walt's Warriors (Go Warriors! and thanks WWDave!) So to jump in on the action, I got in 3.5 miles both on Saturday and Sunday. Sunday's run was tough as it was 92 degrees HOT here! I don't have a blog, but I do keep a journal on my desktop. I titled it "Running to Disney" (real original, huh?) and make entries whenever I work out. It's funny to go back and read my entries as sometimes I inspire myself :rotfl: while other times I have no idea what I was talking about :confused3 ! I plan to print it out after I complete the DL 1/2 in August for my scrapbook!

[Cosi Bella]

Michelle – Congrats on the 3-miler! Bride Minnie ears – that’s a great idea!

Thanks! I told my mom and dad this weekend that I was planning on wearing the bride minnie ears and they loved it!! they are eating up this wedding!!

Michelle: Good job on getting back in there!


Thanks! I really can't wait to get back out there and build up some miles!!

Michelle--Congrats on your 3 mile run! I'm going to second Craig, please be careful not to push the pace or run too much and get injured. Slow and steady is the key to training! Also, from last week, I do not think that booking through a travel company is cheating at all! I admire people who run for charity, but I can't do it all, I just don't feel comfortable asking for and then collecting donations. If I signed up to run with a charity group, I would probably end up paying for my donations out of pocket! How is your wedding planning going? When is the big day?


Thanks so much Krista!! Unfortunately I was forced to take it easy this weekend with the running, as I had sooo much going on that it was virtually impossible to fit anything in. The wedding planning is going GREAT! My sister, (maid of honor) came to visit me this weekend and we went dress shopping which was SO much fun... And best of all, I just may have found "the dress". It is gorgeous! I didn't want to take it off, it was so much fun wearing it, and I truly felt like Cinderella in it!!! Our BIG day is (hopefully) May 17th, 2009. We just have to wait for May 17th of this year and our wedding coordinator will put us in for that day on Disney's calendar. As long as no other bride wants that day, location, and time, we've got it! Its killing me with anticipation!!! Thanks for asking, I love talking about the wedding!

And since I'm still trying to get to know everyone and keep up with everyone, I just wanted to say HI!!!! to everyone! and to keep up the Great work!!!


As for my weekend, I ended up only being able to run Friday night! I was a bit sore from thursday, but decided to go really slow and easy. I did about 3 miles, and once I got going my legs felt really good. I stretched for a long time before after jogging, and felt fine saturday morning! just a bit sore... Score!

Sat. and Sun. were days devoted to working outside on the garden/yard. We recently moved into our house (late last year) and have neglected to do much with the backyard (although the front yard, and inside are really coming along!). So Sat. and Sun. my parents, sister and aunt came up for a visit, and we spent all weekend digging, rotatilling, raking, planting, shoveling, dumping heavy loads of dirt and rocks, and all of that glorious stuff that goes along with making a flower garden in your backyard. Our soil is just horrible! It was touch, it was rocky, it didn't want to come up! We basically had to pick axe the soil to break it up and shovel it out for all of the areas where we planted something! We are just so sore today from two days of that! We planted two trees (japanese maples!!! my favorite!), some hydrangeas, roses and a few lilies. AND we have SO much more to do! Mixed in the middle of the yard work was, as I mentioned before, Wedding dress shopping, which was a HUGE sucesss!!:woohoo: I think I found "the one." We also looked for BM's dresses, and found one that was really nice, but I am not as sure about this one as I am my dress. My mom also wanted to run to Michael's at some point to use a 25% off coupon, and if any of you shop at Michaels, JoAnn's or A.C.MOore, you MUST know how AWESOME this coupon is! :thumbsup2 the sale was only from 4pm -8 pm yesterday, so we also made a trip out there. I got a lot of nice stuff including a book on flowers for weddings.

OK back to running, My plan: I'd really like to get out there today since I have had two days off from actual "running" (although the amount of work we did outside sat. and sun. were probably enough to make up for it!). IT is pouring outside today though! I hate that! :mad: I am hopping it will lighten up by the time I get home and then I can go for a jog, but it doesn't look good. If it doesn't, I'm going to try the new pilates tapes I got off ebay for .... .99c!!! Freakin fantastic! :yay:

That's all that is new with me! Thanks for listening to my weekend of horror! (just kidding, it was great!)

Michelle

[FireDancer]

Frank - Congrats on your race! When are you off to Italy? Where in Italy are you going? I love it over there and can't wait to get back one year.

I am leaving on Wednesday May 14th and coming back on the Tuesday after Memorial Day. I am doing Venice and Florence on Thurs, Fri, and Sat and then meeting with Vermont Bike Tours to do a week of biking Tuscany. Afterwards I'll be in Rome for a couple of days.

I am looking forward to it. I mean it isn't Disney World but it will do. I just hope they managed to Imangineer their country to match the Epcot pavilion.

Michelle - :welcome:

[Honeibee]

I am leaving on Wednesday May 14th and coming back on the Tuesday after Memorial Day. I am doing Venice and Florence on Thurs, Fri, and Sat and then meeting with Vermont Bike Tours to do a week of biking Tuscany. Afterwards I'll be in Rome for a couple of days.

I am looking forward to it. I mean it isn't Disney World but it will do. I just hope they managed to Imangineer their country to match the Epcot pavilion.


:lmao: :rotfl: :rotfl2:

I think I love this guy!


:rotfl2: :lmao: :rotfl:

:upsidedow

[kareneast]

Hi WISHers,

Sorry I have been MIA for so long. I have been lurking/skimming when I can, but just haven’t had any time to post. I have so wanted to catch up with everyone, but if I wait until I have the time to do that, I may never get to post. :lmao: Just lots of LTO.

:welcome: to all the Newbies! It’s great to have you here.

Krista & Steve – I love the baby’s room. It is adorable. Very cool that Steve finally got to feel the baby move. :thumbsup2

I know I am missing so many (ok…..everybody :sad2: ) but I just wanted to get on here & say HI :wave: I really miss you guys.

As for me…..Like I said, lots of LTO. Been getting in most of my training, but unfortunately have missed way more runs than I would have liked, including this weekends LR/W. We spent the weekend helping friends move their DD to a new house. Wouldn’t be a big deal, except that their DD lives in Georgia & we’re in New Jersey. :lmao: We left Thursday afternoon, taking turns between 4 of us driving through the night. Packed & moved everything on Friday & spent Saturday un-packing. Sunday was another 14 hours in the truck driving home. Needless to say…I am exhausted today. :faint: I will get in some training tonight though at the gym. Probably take it easy. Maybe some easy peddling on the recumbent just to stretch the legs & get them moving. :upsidedow

[CarolA]

I am leaving on Wednesday May 14th and coming back on the Tuesday after Memorial Day. I am doing Venice and Florence on Thurs, Fri, and Sat and then meeting with Vermont Bike Tours to do a week of biking Tuscany. Afterwards I'll be in Rome for a couple of days.

I am looking forward to it. I mean it isn't Disney World but it will do. I just hope they managed to Imangineer their country to match the Epcot pavilion.

Michelle - :welcome:


:lmao: :lmao:


I should not read things like this while I am "suppose" to be working!

(And I think they got it backwards!)

[deekaypee]

So many posts, so little time. I'm gonna break this up because I wouldn't want to miss anyone.
From last week's thread:

Howard: "Opportunity cost"? Oh, you're so ready to graduate. I needed to google that to make sure it was what I thought it was. It was, whew! I do understand, and appreciate, the importance of a whole-grain Minnie Muffin, though! :thumbsup2

Craig: Thanks for well wishes on the running and the flat-hunting--both are much appreciated. And it would be doubly appreciated if you could keep up the good thoughts while we continue to search for the perfect space in Pittsburgh, in the Squirrel Hill area. I KNOW your good thoughts helped me through my run, almost as much as your good advice!

Like this, which I'm going to use post-1/2 and before my marathon training: Build with lots of easy runs, and a few shorter and quicker, and longer and even easier efforts. Before you know it you'll be back on form. :thumbsup2

Tracy: The foam roller on your abs? Do tell! I've used rollers with the arms and legs, but not the abs. Of course, that could be because I tend to avoid the core work. (Must...do...Pilates...tonight.) I'm with you on the flash forward, and think it's related to all the references to time & rule breaking. I need to rewatch the Lost eppy, because I think those Sayid's wife's coffin is separate from the one Jack visits.

P.S. Has your Eye2Eye shirt come yet?

Vic: Vroom, vroom. Buy one of those stock cars for your 2nd childhood, and share it with Timmy & me!

Jackie: Wow, the players for Chelsea and Man U are certainly as spirited as the fans. I've been trying to follow the post-game scuffle, and am still unclear as to what precisely happened. The game, though, I have to admit we celebrated a bit. (And the Chelsea fandom for DOOD goes back to his nostalgia for his undergrad study-abroad days, so I hope that gets a little slack with your DH. ;) ) Great job with working on your form work on Friday afternoon--that's such hard work. And I do think you'll see a difference when you incorporate Chi Running techniques, too! As with Carol, I'd love to hear more about your RW strategies/training.

Allie: 6 miles! :woohoo: That's great--and your time was, too! I'm also impressed that you have this "in the moment" attitude where you savor each new experience. You'll get the hang of the sports beans, I'm sure. They're an acquired taste and consuming them takes some practice. But, as you said, you don't need to worry about keep track of what the Garmin does, so you can focus on fueling. Yay!

Amy: Sweet 3 miler on Friday. See, you're getting runs in that make up for the stonkers! How much eyeliner was Navarro wearing, btw? Just curious.

Monte/Monica: Geesh. Now that's a substantial winter season. You must be itching to get out, especially since many of us here are talking about getting outside and even worrying about the heat.

Aloha Jeff: I just want to second Jeff's call for Minnie Pictures and to echo his well wishes for everyone!

CarolA: How is your calf feeling? And I'd love to hear more about your Galloway group and its training.

Kim: Great news about finishing your first 1/2. :cool1: And jazzed! Hah--how appropriate to be "jazzed" for the Music City event. Very clever! And it's cool to hear about more WISH kids getting bit by the running bug. :goodvibes And I think you did a great job. The race was great, with the time you log being secondary. What's important is that you feel energized & ready to do more!

Angie: It really sounds like your new work schedule is going to leave you with more time and energy for the rest of your life. :woohoo: I'm glad you're able to find XT activities that will help keep you from getting hurt--and am amazed that you're finding benefits in the elliptical, as you've hated it for so long. Yay for being smart in your recovery process--and double :yay: for your DH always having your back. (Hah!)

Jen: You and Monte/Monica both deserve to win lottery tickets to some sunny resort place. I'm glad you have Butt Kicker to keep you company and/or in training.

As for me: I'm going to break up my weekend to match the posts, so if you want to know what I did you'll just have to read them all. :crazy:

Saturday was my 10-miler, which I was looking forward to after this odd WO week. I didn't push myself as hard as I might have liked, and used my RW strategy to offset the slight problems breathing with all the pollen. (I didn't have allergies until about 5 years ago... :confused3) Anyway, I was happy to finish feeling as good as I did, even if I was a little disappointed by the time: 1:57 and some change. The day went well, I thought, right up until that night, when DOOD & I....

And you'll just have to wait until the next installment of The Perils of Pauline, er, Debra.

[Jen117]

Debra - You crack me UP!! Yup, Butt Kicker was kind to me yesterday and my run/walk on her was OK! I think she felt sorry for me and my back pain!

Karen - SO GOOD TO SEE YOU AGAIN!

Firedancer - You will have to let us know if everything is in small scale.

Michelle - I honeymooned at WDW and wore my wedding ears on TOT. They flew off my head and then landed back down. Pretty cool!

[deekaypee]

Oh, more responses, this time to Sunday's posts....

Mel: There's no way you should bring a laptop to WDW. You need to spend all available time running and resting, eating and laughing, and Disney-ing and WISHing your heart out!

No active blog for me these days, unless you count a SP post occasionally. I've done one, might go back to one, but I seem to spend a lot of writing time here....:rolleyes1 Thanks for asking, as I'm picking up on new reading material!

My favorites of the commandments: "Never confuse the Ben-Gay tube with the toothpaste tube," followed by "Don’t be a whiner. Nobody likes a whiner, not even other whiners." And a new Oscar Wilde-an comment: "There is nothing boring about running. There are, however, boring people who run."

Leana, Z, Kim, Morgan, Jen, Aloha Jeff, Scott: Thanks for sharing your blogss, training, and lives with us!

TXAng: I love our rescue animals, and almost everyone I know has at least one. I love that you're of the same mindset. :hug: WTG with finishing W2 of C25K. I think everyone feels nervous at various points of the plan, and then looks back and says, "Remember when...." Btw, did you know there's a C25K thread on the main WISH forum? I found it helpful.

Kim U: :woohoo: for the new-running shoe fetish. I'm embarrassed to admit that I own 3x as many running, XT, and comfy sneakers as any other kind of shoes. Okay, maybe I'm not *that* embarrassed. I just love how you're already replanning your planned vacations around races. You're addicted, you are! :banana:

Allyson: Yay for DH going on the road with you--I'm so glad that you two are making this journey together. Tell DH that my first pair of "real" running shoes necessitated I shift my aesthetic eye a bit. Now I think running shoes are beeyoooteeful, but back then...

Bill and Carol: Thanks for acting as our go-to gurus with the Garmin 305!

Kim: DD15 + mall? GOOD LUCK!

Dave: And I wouldn't want you to have a blog if it would take precious Panda time away from us! Tell Erica that we know she's going to do a fabulous job with her training once she's given the green light--in part because you're going to have her stretching!! :thumbsup2 I second Jen's requests for stretching exercises.

Monica: Doggie Days? At what a cool place you must work! (Where is that, might I inquire?) I'm sure that everyone likes it, except the pool cleaners of course. I'm glad you had a great WO, too!

Morgan: And I love the image on your blog's first page. Verbal diarrhea--I know the, um, feeling!

Tracy: It sounds like your taper LW went well--how is the rest of the taper going for you? (Emotionally, eating, other training.) I, too, am a NB girl; I love lots of shoes, but keep being fitted/come back to NB.

Bill: Happy belated Easter!! :goodvibes

Jen: I'm so sorry to hear your back is hurting. Please be careful with your running & XT before the race (all the time, really, but especially before the Minnie). Happy belated birthday to your DD!

Leana: :woohoo: on PRing your 5K!!! That's such good news! Craig's advice is as ever, I'm positive, right on track!

Kira: :cool1: for August, WDW, and free dining! You're going to have a great time! I just stayed at the Poly for the first time this April, and I know you are going to love it! :love: It's got a nice little running loop, too, so that will give you something to dream about on your runs at home.

Aloha Jeff: Great pictures of the entire family. It sounds like the clinic had a healthy number today, and has stablized. It sounds like everyone's doing quite well with the mileage and pace; you're doing important work with them and I hope they realize how lucky they are to have you as one of their leaders.

Scott: Scrap a rest day? But your rest days always sound so...restful!! And like such fun. Then again, your weekend with the Tour de Georgia and the Six Flags might just trump your planned rest day for excitement. How was Six Flags, anyway? I can only imagine the long lines being frustrating. (Spoiled, I am.)

Betsy: You are a Tri Warrior! :worship: How many do you do in an average season?

Stacie: Love the Lilo t-shirt...you could be an honorary member of Team Ohana with that one! :upsidedow

Craig: Awwww. I can tell that this Minnie is going to be one of your most memorable, pleasurable races in your career. You're ready for whatever happens, and I'm sure it'll be great.

disneyluv: The Minnie people make me want to go, too! They sure are excited, aren't they? (Not to mention great people I want to hang with for the bragging rights.) Still, I think your walk & goals are entirely worth mentioning. WTG on the training!

Lily: Good job with avoiding injury with your quad & getting to the Minnie start line raring to go!

Jackie: Congrats on your strong 5K race. And I think your rest-day plans are very smart--I, too, watched the Pilates for Dummies DVD before attempting the exercises (as I do with any WO DVD). It builds anticipation, you know.

SamSam: Well, I think a WTG for your 10 miler is in order--it may have been a longer training walk than you anticipated, but at least you're well-prepared for the Minnie, which should seem like such a short distance now! :lmao:

As for me: In my last installment, I told you that I successfully completed my 10 miler in a sturdy if not stellar way. DOOD, btw, completed his 20 miler. All seemed to be going well until that night, when...

we decided to see a 3 hour production of King Lear. That's right, we had put off seeing this lighthearted Shakespeare production until its last night, for whatever reason. So on the evening following our LRs, we decided to go to the theater, where we could sit in knee-crunching comfort and try to concentrate on the pain and heartbreak on the stage instead pain and aches of our bodies. Not too successfully, I might add. I spend much of my time empathizing with two of the actors with physically demanding roles, thinking about how their quads and knees and backs must be hurting. (Hmmmm, do you think I was projecting?)

It occured to me the next day (Sunday) that sitting still for any length of time after a LR, barring the ice baths which just seem to be endless, is not the best recovery strategy. Why do I say this? Because when I got up Sunday I was doing my best impression of Lear himself, hobbling from one room to the next & shaking my fist at the gods. I was, in short, my own tragedy on Sunday morning as I tried desperately to find some good reason to WO.

As luck would have it, though, my motivation to exercise & manage my stress was quickly forthcoming. For that morning....

(Ah, you can feel the tension build. But to find out what happened Sunday and today, you'll have to wait until the next post.)

[keenercam]

Hi, everyone!
Debra - you blow me away!!! :worship:

Michelle (Mia Banda) -- :welcome:

:welcome: to anyone else I might have missed, too!

Karen -- why does it not surprise me that everytime you say LTO it's because you and John have been out making someone else's life easier? :hug:

Sorry this is so brief.
No LW/R this weekend because I spent Friday night helping a friend look for a dress (her workouts are really doing wonders for her. She was a knockout! :faint: ) and we had such a great time! :hug: I was glad to have gotten to the gym Friday morning. I swear, these days it seems I work out so that I can eat things like chicken satay! :lmao: Saturday was a first birthday party for our "niece" whom we adore adn we got to see our Godchildren. :love:
Yesterday was 9 hours at the office. :eek:

This morning, we started week 2 of C25k. W2D1 was really not as bad as I'd feared. WHEW!!!!

As for a blog, I don't keep one. I leave the blog writing to those whose writing is such that others are entertained or informed reading it. I do, however, keep a WISH journal here on the DIS, that I started right after my last heart surgery.

Okay, off to finish some stuff on my desk. Only 3 more work days until I am off to my happy place! :cloud9:

[deekaypee]

And I'm almost caught up, as I approach Monday's posts....

Cecilia: The WOW/MOM sign is a great idea, as is your soap-box suggestion of having names on shirts. What fun it must have been to see the cheering. I'm also touched that you wrote "for my dad" on your shirt. I'm sure that gave you a boost for what turned out to be a tough race for you. :hug: Congratulations to you for making it through and to DH (and his non-ITB issues. Good news.)

Claire: That makes sense, then, because your advanced degrees are appealing to working professionals as well as full-time students. You're going to be flying through your doctorate, though! I take it your future plans include being open to working higher education? Btw, your trail running/blackberry fueling day sounds like a lot of fun and is giving me hunger pangs!

Carrie: That was some wind on your run--1 mpm difference? And of course you find the positive in that by looking at your splits. Does the 4 sleeps before the Minnie mean you can actually sleep the night before you go to Disney? I'm still like the kid at the holidays, waking up to see if it's time to get up yet.

Jen: I think you need a rest day from DD's birthday celebration. It sounds exhausting, especially the Barbie love. Oh, and step away from the pizza and cake, as they're not good for the pre-Minnie fueling. You can send it to me, and I'll take it off your hands. Then again, maybe I'm just jealous you're going to Disney and looking to compensate. (Your WI, not jealous of quite so much. Or at all.)

Monica: 120 dogs?? That wasn't all at once, right? :scared1: So what was the prize for the air contest, besides owner's bragging rights?

Frank: Your Cleveland 10 miler went fabulous! You sound like you have an excellent sense of pacing. Your Italy trip is approaching quickly, and the biking Tuscany sounds like it will be so very cool. I think you should start a blog just to keep a record of the trip for us WISHers! ;) I do hope you find Italy as picturesque as Epcot. ;)

Heather: Congrats on your 6 miler & time. This puts you in a great position for the Minnie, doesn't it! Plenty of time for pics on the course.

Scott: Wow, your trip is that close. Promise me you'll capture a picture of Bingham in a compromising position, okay? He's a dirty bird, I just know it! I'm sure you'll be online at least one more time before you leave, but just in case..I just the Minnie event and whole trip will be everything you want it to be! :banana:

Amy: Six Pilates classes? :worship:

Krista: It's kind of a relief to know you haven't had another encounter with your neighbor's dogs, but I agree with you: not sure that the incident taught them anything. Still, I'll keep my fingers crossed. I think your plan to follow the MfM walking 1/2 marathon is a great idea for your needs, btw. And in the baby news--yay for Stephen's getting to see and feel the baby. Plus, a baby page for Carter? Oooh, baby!

Dana: Your 8 miler sounds like it was challenging, in a good way, and I'm sure you'll pick the pace that allows you to maximize your fun. I love the anecdote about Michael's birthday--I have this mental image of the whole cake with sparkler candles. What a cool idea. Are you British, by any chance? You're the only Stateside person I know, barring myself, who uses flipping as an adjective.

Leana: What a great bike ride, barring the auto driver. The hill WO sounds, um, exhilarating. Were the wings good? In case you don't have time to post/read before you leave, GOOD LUCK and I'm sure you're going to have a great time!

Stacie: Feel good about your 8 miler. You've done the training, stayed uninjured, and are going to do just fine at the Minnie. You're absolutely right--your "job" right now is to get to the starting line. Remember Race Commandment #22: No matter how slow you run it is still faster than someone sitting on a couch.

MiaBanda Michelle: :welcome: Welcome to WISH, Walt's Warriors, and the weekly thread!! It's great to have you here and to know of another person doing the DL 1/2 (I'm so jealous) and a Tri! Wow!

CB Michelle: Yay for finding (maybe) the dress. :love: I think it's a great sign that you didn't want to take it off. It sounds like you got some good running in, plus a whole lot of heavy-lifting, back-bending yard work. Talk about your XT. I'm sure this weekend will make getting back to running 1) easier, as you've been so active and 2) seem like a rest day.

Karen: Hopefully the LTO train will slow down just a bit, long enough for you to catch a transfer to slower route. It sounds like you've been doing a good job of managing different responsibilities and keeping up with as much training as possible. And as someone who's looking at moving in the next month or so, I just need to say how much your willingness to help your friends' DD move says about you. You've earned some good karma, you have!

Jen: It's good to know Butt Kicker knows when to ease up. No need for a TM to break your spirit or your back. (Pssst. I think she like you.)

Cam: What a busy weekend you had! You, like Karen, are always doing such good things for people so I'm glad you were able to go dress-shopping with a friend & see your "niece" & godchildren. You more than deserve such time since you work so hard (9 hours on Sunday? :scared1:). I'm also delighted that you're working through C25K. You and TXAng are pretty close in schedule, so it'll be fun to watch you two go through the program together.

As for me: When last I left you, I was feeling sore from a LR followed by an extended period of sitting to watch a Saturday-night production of King Lear. (Yes, I know how to live it up.) I was feeling a bit sore and didn't know if I wanted to WO or take a rest day. You see, I wasn't sure if a XT day would help me loosen up from the excessive sitting or if it would be better to have a rest day from the LR. Decisions, decisions.

But then DOOD & I got....the call. From Albert, who we had believed would be our new landlord. He was calling to let us know he'd decided to rent to another person. No explanations, although our best guess was that he was uncomfortable with renting the place to people with pets (he'd told us as much). Now, we weren't aware that he was accepting other applications (he'd implied otherwise) and we have to start the apartment-hunting again. Not a tragedy on a grand scale, but certainly a bit of minor drama in my life.

Thus, my late Sunday morning went from me eyeing my NYTimes and the bed to suddenly feeling the need to move, to get out of my head for a while. And that's what I did, a light XT WO at the gym with lots of stretching as I listened to a voice that sounded an awful lot what I imagined a Panda would sound like if it spoke. And what do you know? It was the right decision--not only did my muscles feel better, but so did my head and my stress level.

In fact, I credit Saturday's LR and yesterday's XT to me being at all stable/sane today as we once again made appointments to see new places this week/weekend (what is this, the 3rd weekend)? And I KNOW that keeping limber and active yesterday helped me get through my Monday run. That, and Carrie's 10 minute rule, which encouraged me to get started. I ended up doing an easy, slow 4 miler with lots of CD and some biking at the gym, as it was pouring rain this a.m.

So once again, I built up this narrative filled with dramatic tension, only to disappoint you. There weren't even monkeys to serve as comic relief or ice cream to sweeten the sad tale. Alternately, in my tale--unlike in Lear--no one dies. Except maybe Albert, if the apartment hunt doesn't go well this week and a fit of vengeance strikes me. (It's probably just easier to find another apartment, huh?)

[Calcio]

Frank

This may or may not be helpful but . . .

There is a fabulous wine bar in Florence near the Duomo. Excellent food, and Chianti Classico that does and should pair perfectly with the local cuisine. We ate there twice last May and were treated like honored guests. There is a little fellow who waited on us both nights, and when we left there were lots of hugs and nearly tears ("you are the man," "no, you are the man").

It is just below the Duomo, towards the river. I cannot recall for sure, but with Google maps, the wine bar is on Via Della Canonica (most likely), Via Della Oche (somewhat likely) or Via de'Bonizzi (least likely).

If there is a more beautiful city than Florence, I don't seem to have been there. Enjoy, I'm completely envious.

Craig

[gatorphipps]

Question: do you guys have blogs?

Yes...it is the link b/low. I have met a wonderful group of people in Charlotte from this site. I also can post my WOs and keep up with my miles/ect

Good news on my mom...she is FINISHED with chemo! :cool1:

Oh, and about dogs...had one chase me and sis on our bikes yesterday...pit bull...real scarry b/c there was a car coming and we could not get over...I had decided that I would run over him with my bike and kick his brains in if he came too close....I know that sounds mean but he was out for blood. He was a crazy dog...why do they always chase you while you are going up hill.

Sorry all about me but my life and job is totally crazy....:sad2:

[angietuck2]

GOOD EVENING TEAM

I can not possibly begin to catch up with everyone but I will do what I can:
Mel - NO blog for me. That's very cool about pharmacy school, I didn't even know there was one out there until the girls at the nail salon I go to told me about it because they are both applying there.
TxAng CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! :banana: You can do the 3 minute runs!!!! Don't you worry.
Jen I'm sorry yours has been bothering you too!!! :hug:
Leana CONRATULATIONS!!!!!! :yay: :yay:
Kira That is awesome about POLY, that has always been a dream of mine too, to stay there. I was thinking maybe for marathon this year :confused3 I'm glad you made time and got your run in. :woohoo:
Kim Very cool about RFTT, I love that race, it was my first race ever!!! It's a lot of fun as all the Disney races are.
Jeff REALLY love the pics, keep them coming!!!
Betsy :worship: 3 tris this month :worship:
Scott Your MINNIE training is coming right along. Can't wait to see you guys there, maybe we will see you at the pool.
Stacie OMG - I LOVE THE SHIRTS!!!!! Thanks for asking about the back, that was very sweet. BTW - YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!!!:yay: I will be your overtrained and INJURED counterpart!! :confused:
Lily Glad you got out there, can't wait to see you at MINNIE. I remember last year at the start you were one of the first people to greet me and you were so nice and so warm and welcoming and made me feel so comfortable. :hug:
Jackie Congratulations on beating last year's time. BTW - where did you find the pilates for dummies dvd I have set out this week to find it and i was wondering if i should just order online before i start looking everywhere?
SamSam NICE JOB ON THE 10!!!! :dance3:
Cecilia Thanks for the tip on the shirts, if I make it to the full next year I definately will do. I felt the same way when I scream-teamed for Disney full this year, I LOVED when people had their names on their shirts.
Claire Glad you had such good runs and it sounds so beautiful where you are at :)
Carrie I SWEAR that wind wears you out!!! Can't wait till MINNIE!!!
Frank :worship: WAY TO GO on the race :dance3:
Heather CONGRATULATIONS ON THE 6!!!! :woohoo:
Krista :hug: :hug: That is so cool about Stephen seeing and feeling the baby, what an amazing time you guys are experiencing, I HOPE YOU CHERISH EVERY MOMENT!!!! :love:
Dana YOU are going to rock the MINNIE no matter how fast or slow!!! I'm so glad you are coming.
Judy :cheer2: You ROCK!! I can't wait to see you !!
Michelle :welcome:
Cosi Bella Glad you got the 3 miles in Friday and that you felt better Saturday.
Karen I'm glad to see you, every time we use our bag I think of you guys and I was wondering how you were.
Debra :cloud9: I just love your posts!!! I WISH you were coming to MINNIE. Thank you so much for putting a huge smile on my face, just when I need it.

Not really such good news for me right now. After all that time off last week not so sure it helped as much as I hoped. Did 6 miles last night and I did maintain a 10 minute pace but the whole run was extremely painful. The thing is when I complain about "back pain", it's not just back, its in my knees down the side of my leg, all over. I really don't know what I am going to do about this weekend at this point. Now I should qualify all of that with the fact that I did not eat enough Saturday and Sunday, was not hydrated and when I ran at 7 pm it was still 84 deg :scared1: , the legs felt like they wieghed a hundred pounds.

So tomorrow evening I am going to the gym to lift and I will try a slow easy run on treadmill and see how it goes. NO matter what I will walk the 5k with my mom this weekend, but I just don't know about 15k at this point.

Sorry to be such a downer but the thought of not doing the 15k at all this weekend makes me very sad:sad1:

[MouseDogMom]

Jackie Congratulations on beating last year's time. BTW - where did you find the pilates for dummies dvd I have set out this week to find it and i was wondering if i should just order online before i start looking everywhere?

Not really such good news for me right now. After all that time off last week not so sure it helped as much as I hoped. Did 6 miles last night and I did maintain a 10 minute pace but the whole run was extremely painful. The thing is when I complain about "back pain", it's not just back, its in my knees down the side of my leg, all over. I really don't know what I am going to do about this weekend at this point. Now I should qualify all of that with the fact that I did not eat enough Saturday and Sunday, was not hydrated and when I ran at 7 pm it was still 84 deg :scared1: , the legs felt like they wieghed a hundred pounds.

So tomorrow evening I am going to the gym to lift and I will try a slow easy run on treadmill and see how it goes. NO matter what I will walk the 5k with my mom this weekend, but I just don't know about 15k at this point.

Sorry to be such a downer but the thought of not doing the 15k at all this weekend makes me very sad:sad1:

I ordered the DVD from Amazon - didn't even try to find it locally.

Are you sure lifting is the best idea this week? Just one opinion, but I think I'd take it easy until this weekend and be as rested as you can going into the 2 races... I just worry about you! I'm keeping my fingers crossed that you'll be able to do both of them.

Jackie

[angietuck2]

I ordered the DVD from Amazon - didn't even try to find it locally.

Are you sure lifting is the best idea this week? Just one opinion, but I think I'd take it easy until this weekend and be as rested as you can going into the 2 races... I just worry about you! I'm keeping my fingers crossed that you'll be able to do both of them.

Jackie

Thanks for the tip on Amazon!!

You are so sweet :love: Kind of funny that we met up at 5k this year marathon weekend, since we both were a little too shy to talk to everyone else. Thank you for your concern. When I say "lift". I really only do the upper body exercises and they are very light wieght with a lot of reps, of course, by tomorrow night after work I might just have to agree with you and go home and rest. :)

[dsnyfan21]

Oh My... where do I begin. Debra how can I compete with your 5million posts?? Well, I just can't, so there you have it and there it is!! :)

Kim U: not sure if I said this before, but YEAH for your Half!!, and if I didn't say it before, then YEAH for your half!! haha. I am a "N" shoe kinda girl = New Balance.

Scott: Relaxing and packing on Sunday (yesterday) went well, until....my desktop computer got caught in a loop and will not startup all the way. I am using my laptop for now until I can get it figured out or the IT person that works on our computers at work can help me. ugh! Looks like your ready for the Minnie. Can't wait to meet everyone!

Monte: That doggie days at the pool sounded cool. My Border Terrier really hates getting in the pool. She would rather bark at the splashing water. (I know, she is a weird dog)

Stacie: I loved your shirts. Very nice.

Jen: How's the back doing??

SamSam (Sharon): Wow!! You did 8, oh right, you did 10. 10 miles? You sure are prepared for Minnie, you may just pass me up!!

Leana: I'm Jealous you will be at the World before me. Good luck on getting acclamated to our lovely weather here in FL.

Judy: Sorry to hear about the hamstring. Stretch, stretch and more stretch for you.

Kira: The Poly??? I love the Poly. I stayed there this past January and hope to stay there again in Jan.09.

Betsy: I think you should be called a TRI-Dominator!! You go girl!!

Debra: You are soooo funny. I don't use the foam roller on my abs you silly thing you, however it does work your abs a bit when trying to use the roller on your calves/hamstrings. hehe. I am trying to picture the foam roller on a person's abs. LOST - I think the coffin Jack is visiting and the coffin that Sayed is carrying are not related at all. Hey I want a part in that stock car, I can't drive it, but that is not important! My taper is going well, thanks for asking. I was and am very tired tonight. Sorry to hear about the weirdo guy not wanting to rent to you. You don't need him anyway!!

Anybody I missed: Hey, how are you? How's it going? Sorry to hear about that sore muscle. LTO, sorry about that, it'll get better. Yeah on getting out there and pounding the pavement. I hope that covers most of it.


As for me, well today was a rest day. I really needed some rest. I worked today and Mondays are late days. After lunch I was so tired that at times I would be just staring into space and my eyes would start to close. I did make it home ok and now I'm chillin with my laptop and trying to catch up with this thread and watch Dancing with the Stars. My computer (desktop) decided not to behave yesterday and I spent most of the day trying to get it to start back up without it getting stuck. I lost some sleep trying to figure it out. Nascar went well yesterday and my driver even lead a lap at one point, but in the end got mixed up in a crash right before the finish. Well, off to finish watching DWTS and then off to bed!!

Goodnight everyone.

[Kira G.]

I don't have time to reply to everyone, but want to respond to a few:

Angie - Go easy on yourself! You have worked so hard to get where you are - try to pat yourself on the back and focus on everything you have accomplished. You sound a lot like me. Sometimes I get so focused on how I think that things "should" look that no matter how wonderful they are I can only see where I fell short. I do this as a Mom, in my job, with my home, in short everywhere! The only reason I'm not yet doing it as a runner is that I'm still in the stage where I keep exceeding my expectations! I know that it one of these days I'll be just as hard on myself about my running as I am about anything else - but hopefully I don't listen to my own thoughts about it, Go out there, do what makes sense for your body, and have fun!

I don't remember who asked me about my trip to get my daughter's ear's pierced, but it went really well. It only hurt her for a few minutes, and she is just thrilled with how they look.

And thank you to everyone who congratulated me about our stay at the Poly! I am still beside myself with excitement! I actually am afraid that I won't be able to stay anywhere else after this trip.

Finally, I have meant to say something to Krista and Steve for a while. I remember the days of being pregnant with my first so well (even though now she is 16 and driving :eek: ), and they are so precious! I loved being pregnant (maybe that's why I did it 4 times!!), and loved having an infant. I even loved giving birth, in a weird way that maybe marathon runners can understand! I am really and truly done with the baby phase of my life (sigh), but be sure to enjoy every minute of it.

Hello to everyone else! I've kept up with your posts this week - yay!

OK that's it for me tonight. Today was not a running day for me, but I think I'll go upstairs and get those Pilates exercises in before it gets too late.

[mkymsehi]

Angie,

Do nothing but stretch this week. Give your back a break, and sounds like your Iliotibial band is acting up. Use a foam roller on the leg, and a exercise ball to stretch out your back.

Everyone else, listen to your bodies. If there is any pain, rest a day or two. If you are injured, our clinic doctor recommends eight weeks off. I know that's a lot of time off, but do what the doctor ordered! :confused3

Everyone headed to the World, have fun for the rest of us! Have a great race weekend.:cheer2:

[jmasgat]

Happy Taper Tuesday, everyone!
(Hey, has that been copyrighted/trademarked?).

Winding down for Minnie this weekend, but couldn't go without trying to get in one more "good" run. Did 3 on the TM, and it wasn't half bad. I am coming to the conclusion that something or other will always hurt while I run, but not in an injury-way.

Anyway, also decided to try and drink some Gatorade before I ran, just to see what it's like (never tried it) and just in case I have to drink it or something like it on Sunday. (As backup) . It was fine by me. So here's the question: How many times do you run trying out a new product (gu, gel, beans, ade) before you decide you're good to go? Under what conditions--long run, short, etc., how much of it?

So I've decided (yes, for sure) only XT for me tomorrow and Thursday. Definitely going to give myself two rest days (although I will be at Disney, so I have to try not to go overboard at the parks)

Hope everyone else has a great day. And Debra, I'll add to the chorus--you are amazing at posting. It's a gift to find something to say to everyone on the board.

Maura

[Cruella de mom]

Quick request of my Wish friends. At Minnie, if you see a redhead in a TNT shirt with a princess crown on her head at the 15k, please wish her happy birthday. My running buddy will be there on Saturday celebrating her big day all alone. Don't tell her I told you.

I am signing off for a few days - unless I can find computer access from Johns Hopkins. I will be thinking of all of you at Minnie. I hope it is absolutely perfect weather and a great event for all.

Cecilia

[wtpclc]

Cecelia - We'll be thinking of you. :grouphug:

TXAng - BTW, I went for years of grouwing myhair out, then chopping it off, and almost immediately re-growing because I hated it. About 4 years ago, I chopped it and it suck. EVery time I think of growing it out again, I'll have some stranger out of teh blue tell me they like my hair. :confused3 Trust me, I'm not one to get compliments on my looks from strangers! SO, this style stuck. I keep the sides longer, though, so I can pull them back, enless my stylist goes crazy...:sad2:

Debra - :rotfl2: I thought the finding yourself as King Lear SUnday mornign was tragic. SO was not getting the apt. There was someone from WISH 05 who ran the amrathon adn then jumped in the car for a long car ride home. I don't recall who she wsa, as I was just scoping things out, but I will never forget how she described that pain. :scared1: BTW, can't you sneak away to Minnie????? Oh, and I don't usually sleep for a week before. (To the extent that I got drugs from the doc, who gave me the weirdest look. I mean really, who hasn't gotten scripts so they can sleep before DIsney trips??? :rotfl: ) This week has not been a problme, as i haven't really slept in the last wekk or so.

Maura - I usually test on a long run to see if things will work fro me. Once is usually enough. With gatorade/powerade, you may want to try it adn hour or 2 before your run (long or short) to see if it will give you heart burn. BTW, tehy usually have Powerade (half strength)on teh course. See you soon!

Tracy - Thank you so much ofr your person concern fro me, as one of teh missed. :rotfl: DOn't know why, that struck me as hilarious!

AngieT - I'm with teh others. Rest and'or stretch this week. No more. :grouphug:

Scojo - You missed a rest day????? What is this world coming to???

Well, I did my 30 min lastnight. Did not want to go. Almost pulled teh 5 minute rule, but then the aches went away. My ILs live in a crauddy, backwater, depressed area with teh world's worst roads (OK, tey were better than the roads around Martian, but not too much). I think those did some damage. Yoga tonight will help. I have 30 min scheduled for tomorrow, but will nix them if anything hurts. That will eb the pre-race 0 minute rule. ;)

[wtpclc]

Christa - Forgot to add a huge woo hoo :banana: :banana: for mom beng done with chemo. :wizard: :wizard: for lots of negative follow up tests!

[keenercam]

Good morning, everyone!
Angie -- I am worried about you, sweetie! Would you be willing to walk the Minnie 15k with some of us penguins? We'd LOVE your company and you'd still get the medal and you can "blame" your pace on those of us talking your ear off. Think about it. I'd hate for you to miss the race. It doesn't have to be RUN or don't start. Pretty please? :love:

I had to drive the carpool this morning (Howard had a meeting), so I was up at 5:30, at the gym by 6 and home by 7:15 to drive the boys. I did an hour on the bike while looking through bridal magazines. :cloud9: Since my time was shifted back, my WO partner and I decided we'll do W2D2 of C25k tonight. :woohoo: I am actually excited to see how it goes.

WISHing everyone a good day. :grouphug:

ETA:
Christa -- So glad DM is done chemo! :hug: I hope she is feeling well.
Cecilia -- you are in my thoughts and you and your Dad are in my prayers. :hug:

[wtpclc]

Angie - I like Cam's advice. You'd have so much fun with them. If not them, I'm at least at a slower pace. Here's my game plan for SUnday: I'm going to see what the day gives me. If I can go sub-11 and feel good and possibly PR, I will. However, as soon as it stops being fun or something hurts or the heat gets to me, I am dropping back to the next WISHer and going to go for fun. If I can't keep up with that one, I'll go some more until I can take pictures adn laugh adn enjoy the race! Personally, I think you shoudl bag any PR thoughts and just go for fun and do what the body can without pushing. :wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

[solotraveler]

Just a quick Kev-centric post to prove that I haven't run off again...

Yesterday I did another 5K, in 28:58. Apparently that's the best I can do in 85 degree weather right now.

I can't believe it's been four months since the marathon and already May. I really must stick with posting here to make sure I get my runs in..... now that things are a bit slower I'm doing tons of travelling on my off days here so I've got to make sure to get the steps in...

Back for individuals later, I promise...


Kevin :earsboy:

[andromedaslove]

Dana: Your 8 miler sounds like it was challenging, in a good way, and I'm sure you'll pick the pace that allows you to maximize your fun. I love the anecdote about Michael's birthday--I have this mental image of the whole cake with sparkler candles. What a cool idea. Are you British, by any chance? You're the only Stateside person I know, barring myself, who uses flipping as an adjective.

Actually, nope. Born and raised in Florida. I've got the southern accent to prove it. I used to use "freakin'" quite a bit, but my FIL used to look at me like I'd just used a different "F" word and so I started using "flippin'" instead. He still gives me the same look though!! :lmao:




Good news on my mom...she is FINISHED with chemo! :cool1:

Oh, and about dogs...had one chase me and sis on our bikes yesterday...pit bull...real scarry b/c there was a car coming and we could not get over...I had decided that I would run over him with my bike and kick his brains in if he came too close....I know that sounds mean but he was out for blood. He was a crazy dog...why do they always chase you while you are going up hill.



YAY!! About your Mom. I can't imagine how much better your must feel. :hug:

I love dogs, so much so I have 3 of my own, but the thought of running through my neighborhood sometimes is enough to terrify me. We have a guy in our neighborhood that breeds pits. Pits are great, I have nothing against them, but his are just NASTY. One jumped out of the second story window to chase a girl walking with her dog. And every time I run past they are trying to tear their way out of the house to get me. I have the same thoughts as you do. I will kick his brains in if he gets too close!!


Dana YOU are going to rock the MINNIE no matter how fast or slow!!! I'm so glad you are coming.

NO matter what I will walk the 5k with my mom this weekend, but I just don't know about 15k at this point.

Sorry to be such a downer but the thought of not doing the 15k at all this weekend makes me very sad:sad1:

Angie, I am so sorry that you are hurting so badly. I was really hoping your problems with your back were over. :hug: I would also like to see you at least walk the race with Cam. Just because you can't run doesn't mean you can't get your BLING. And if you don't come to the 15k, I won't be able to see you!! I was really looking forward to seeing you again!!

Quick request of my Wish friends. At Minnie, if you see a redhead in a TNT shirt with a princess crown on her head at the 15k, please wish her happy birthday. My running buddy will be there on Saturday celebrating her big day all alone. Don't tell her I told you.



I will definatey keep my eyes out for her!!

OK, well not much going on here today. Lots of housework, I've got 5 miles planned for today, and that's about it. I hope that everyone has a wonderful day, and I'll check back in later after my run!!

Dana

[lilouisianagal]

Debra: You are amazing at keeping up with everyone on the board! Good luck on the apartment hunt.

Christa: Yikes! :scared1: Perhaps carrying a water squirter (water gun, water bottle, etc) would help deter the dogs.

Angie::hug: good luck and don't push too hard, your body is trying to tell you something. Though mine occasionally just decides to curse me out! I vote you at least walk the 15K though--at least you will have some WISHwalkers to keep you company!

Kevin::wave2:


:duck:

I had a nice 6 miler yesterday morning. It is beautiful here right now! I don't know who we stole this weather from but I have a sneaking suspicion they want it back! Our "spring" usually lasts all of two days, but this year it's been gorgeous. Remind me of this come August--oh wait make that end of May!

I learned an important lesson yesterday--always wear gloves when handling jalapeño peppers! I was making salsa and guacamole yesterday, which involves cutting peppers. After I finished I noticed that my hands were feeling "raw". A few minutes pass and they start burning (they were actually giving off heat). Evidently my skin doesn't like peppers (though I can eat them just fine). Even now, almost 24 hours later, they still don't feel completely normal (though they aren't burning like they were last night). So I will be wearing gloves from now on! The dips were good anyway!

I went on a nice bike ride last night before heading to the climbing gym. Got to say that rock climbing really did not help the hurting hands thing though!

This morning I get to do some speed play. :woohoo:

I've finished my lit. reviews now and just have a stats project and two take home finals to work on. Getting set for finals next week!

Oooo and I'm making baked brie for my class tonight (we are all bringing food!). I shouldn't have to wear gloves for that right? :rolleyes:

Happy running/resting/wogging/walking/xt!

[FireDancer]

Debra- Sounds like quite the taxing weekend. I’m glad you got in you long run and Shakespeare. I feel you pain, not only literally but figuratively, on the renting. When I was first moving home from FL I was trying to find a house to rent with 2 of my friends. Now I realize that three 20 something (at the time) males are not the ideal renters but we all had college degrees and jobs. We were old enough to be past our out of control parties but in the end we had to move close to a college campus to find a place that would rent to us.

Craig- I will keep the wine bar in mind. I will be in Florence for about a day and a half and we actually meet the bike tour group in Florence. What we hope to do is find a market or street vendor or something like that to grab breakfast and then go down by the river by the Uffizi and the Piazza della Signoria. From what I can tell you can’t go wrong anywhere in Florence.

Gatorphipps- GREAT news for your mom.

I have nothing really. Yesterday and Sunday were rest days. Tonight I go back to the gym for some weights and core work and then will hit the road for a short “see how the legs feel after the 10 miler” run. I am currently looking to do my first fill marathon. As of right now I think I will doing the Gasparilla Classic in Tampa on 3/1/09. The first race I ever did was the 5K that supported the Gasparilla in 2005 so it is kind of a full circle thing to make that my first Full.

-Frank

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Morning team! My flight leaves for Florida tonight....!!!!! I just have to get through a day of work and boot camp, then I'm good to go.

Angie - please take care of yourself!! I'm so worried about you. I know you really want to knock this race out because it is your first race back but I'd hate for you to do some serious damage. Either please take it slow or walk it.

Christa - Yay for your mom being done with chemo!

[angietuck2]

As usual you guys are amazing, and I am really sorry that this has been all about me, I really am.

A couple of things:


I WILL NOT BE DOING ANY MORE WORKOUTS THIS WEEK.
I WILL GO FIND A FOAM ROLLER TONIGHT AND STRETCH LIKE A MANIAC THE NEXT 4 DAYS.
I WILL COMBINE CAM & CARRIE'S (AND EVERY ONE ELSE) ADVICE TO SLOW RUN/WALK THE 15K.


I know I am rediculous, I have always been an all or nothing kind of person and that gets me in trouble so many times.
Jeff - I actually started looking up stuff about IT band last night because I was beginning to wonder about that before I even saw your post.
CAM, CARRIE, DANA, LEANA, CLAIRE (ANYONE ELSE IF FORGOT) - What can I say but :hug: :hug: :hug:

Thank you for the good advice and keeping me out of trouble. I can't wait to see you guys.

[andromedaslove]

As usual you guys are amazing, and I am really sorry that this has been all about me, I really am.

A couple of things:


I WILL NOT BE DOING ANY MORE WORKOUTS THIS WEEK.
I WILL GO FIND A FOAM ROLLER TONIGHT AND STRETCH LIKE A MANIAC THE NEXT 4 DAYS.
I WILL COMBINE CAM & CARRIE'S (AND EVERY ONE ELSE) ADVICE TO SLOW RUN/WALK THE 15K.


.

YAY!! :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[curiouser]

Kira, woo for pixie dust before you have even left!! Sounds like it is working up to be a great trip!!

Leana, great job PRing!!

KimU, how great that you can join us for RftT!

AlohaJeff, now that's one beautiful hike! I love how active you and your family are!

Stacie your shirts are too cute! I hope you get lots of extra pixie dust with them!

Mel, I love the 53 Running Commandments. There are so many valuable sayings in there that I need to start remembering...

Cecilla you are so awesome for cheering others on!! Your race report was amazing as well, btw. It moved me to tears and was really exemplary of what an amazing person you are!

Frank, you are smoking fast!!!! I like the idea of coming full circle with the full marathon.

MiaMichelle, welcome!!

BrideMichelle, congrats on finding THE DRESS!! How exciting!!

Debra, wow... do you take notes? My head is spinning just wondering how you managed to tag everyone!

Claire, that sounds painful! I've got jalapeno pepper juice in my eye before and it was murder.. definitely invest in some gloves! That brie sounds yummy!

Angie, take care of yourself! None of us will ever think anything less of you than wonderful for putting your care first instead of PRing or smoking the competition. You'll do great no matter what!

Me.. we went out for a 3 miler last night and I felt really good about it. We finished 2 minutes faster than our 5k time and I feel like I am really learning a lot about my body and running and form every time I go out. I hope I never lose that, because I think the more I learn about myself the more I improve.

Lastly, GOOD LUCK to all the Minnie runners!!! Have a fabulous time!

[wtpclc]

Morgan - That is great! I hop eyou don't lose it weither!

Leana - :cool1: :cool1:

Angie - Good for you!!! I know it's hard for you, but you have to take care of yourself. :grouphug:

Frank - Very cool plan for your irst full!

OK, must add lasso/leash for Angie to my packing list. ;) ;) :rotfl:

[Honeibee]

Angie - Excellent plan! Expect the roller to hurt a bit (OK maybe a lot) but it really really helps! :thumbsup2

[Kira G.]

Angie - Excellent plan! Expect the roller to hurt a bit (OK maybe a lot) but it really really helps! :thumbsup2

Darn tootin'! The roller hurts like *@#&*@$^ but I know it's good for me!

Angie - Yay! Good plan!

I really wish I was going to be there too :sad2: . Have fun everyone!

[Jen117]

Hey Team - Not only is it DD's b-day today (my baby is growing up).... but....


IT'S BEN AND JERRY'S FREE CONE DAY!

We don't have one here, but I thought I would share this info for those that do!

[lenshanem]

Sorry I've been missing guys. I have alot going on in my life right now and running has taken a back burner position for me right now since I got hurt. I hope everyone is well and I wish all of you Minnies lots of pixie dust! :cheer2: :wizard: :cheer2:

I would really be thankful for some opinions here...
I went to the orthopedic today. They took x-rays of both knees and everything looks fine. He told me my problems are from overuse and not to run for a month. :sad1: He also wants me to go to physical therapy two to three times a week for six weeks?!? :confused3 Diagnosis says bi-lateral quad strain and bi-lateral knee pain. He never did an MRI on my front upper thighs.

So, I feel like I got nowhere today. I have only run five times since my half back the end of March and haven't run for over a week. My knees now hurt more than they did (It used to be only when I ran and mostly my left knee.) and both quads ache all the time now. It makes no sense to me...

I don't understand the overuse thing since it is hurting worse and I haven't run in a week. I followed my training plan perfectly with the exception of my taper when I had the flu and missed a few of my short runs. I remember when the pains started in the half. Mile seven my front upper thighs hurt, mile eleven left knee started hurting.

Any thoughts from the WISH vets out there?

Thanks guys...

[Mouse Skywalker]

IT'S BEN AND JERRY'S FREE CONE DAY!Greetings Team: Hi Jen! I was popping in specifically to let the team know that it's Free Scoop Day today at Ben and Jerry's. You beat me to it... enjoy everyone. Get a run in to work off the ice cream...

[angietuck2]

Sorry I've been missing guys. I have alot going on in my life right now and running has taken a back burner position for me right now since I got hurt. I hope everyone is well and I wish all of you Minnies lots of pixie dust! :cheer2: :wizard: :cheer2:

I would really be thankful for some opinions here...
I went to the orthopedic today. They took x-rays of both knees and everything looks fine. He told me my problems are from overuse and not to run for a month. :sad1: He also wants me to go to physical therapy two to three times a week for six weeks?!? :confused3 Diagnosis says bi-lateral quad strain and bi-lateral knee pain. He never did an MRI on my front upper thighs.

So, I feel like I got nowhere today. I have only run five times since my half back the end of March and haven't run for over a week. My knees now hurt more than they did (It used to be only when I ran and mostly my left knee.) and both quads ache all the time now. It makes no sense to me...

I don't understand the overuse thing since it is hurting worse and I haven't run in a week. I followed my training plan perfectly with the exception of my taper when I had the flu and missed a few of my short runs. I remember when the pains started in the half. Mile seven my front upper thighs hurt, mile eleven left knee started hurting.

Any thoughts from the WISH vets out there?

Thanks guys...

Let me try to offer you some encouragement since everyone has been doing it for me so much lately.

FIRST THINGS FIRST: :hug: :hug:

OK - As far as overuse. I know you followed your training plan and did everything right and "safely" and that must be so frustrating to you but unfortunately all our bodies are different and react differently, especially to "new" things.

Second - I know you don't understand why it hurts worse now but that is exactly what happened with my back almost exactly a year a go. Once I stopped running after MINNIE the pain got worse and worse and worse.

The good thing for you is you stopped or significantly slowed down right away. I actually had pain and numbness and tingling the whole time I trained for MINNIE, if I stopped sooner, done physical therapy, seen a doctor - like you did and are doing. Maybe I wouldn't have had to have surgery and be right back where I am at right now??

Believe me if I VERY MUCH FEEL YOUR PAIN AND FRUSTRATING. But I will encourage you to do what doctor says, even if it doesn't make sense and see what happens. PLEASE take it from me, better safe than sorry. :)

[ScoJo15]

Dave and Jen - Cool!! Free pre-Minnie carb loading!! (it DOES count right?)

Shan - Have you ever had problems with your lower back? Not trying to get you worried, but I know that back pain can often radiate into the legs (both front and back depending on the location). Also, have you tried anything other than running to see if it helps (like cycling or elliptical)?

Carrie - 5 min rule?? Thought it was 10!! Did I miss the memo somewhere, c'mon gotta keep this WiSHer in the loop, ya know...and oh yeah, no comment on the lasso/leash thing...

Morgan - Nice post!! Sounds like you really "get" running!! The learning process is never ending and it's amazing how much you find out about yourself, especially during that first year.

Angie - I think you are doing the smartest thing possible for your back and that takes a lot of guts to admit and then follow through with...I hope the weekend is a ton of FUN for you!! And yeah, we all might cross paths at the pool...gonna spend some time there for sure! :goodvibes:

Leana - Congrats again on your 5k PR! Have a safe flight down to Orlando...good luck at the Minnie...hope to get a chance to say "hello" to you!!

Claire - speed play, rock climbing, biking, jalapeno handling, lit reviews and BAKED BRIE!! Where to begin? Hmmm...hope those hands have healed...you ARE sending down a baked brie to us Minnie racers, right?? (mmmm baked brie goodness)

Kevin - Sorry to hear you won't make the 15k, but have a great time at Jellyrolls!!

Cam - Good luck with W2D2! Your early morning workouts amaze me...I simply cannot function that early in the morning :goodvibes:

Cecilia - Stay strong this weekend, I wish the best for you.

Maura - I try to use the new products on "short" long runs...something where I can test it out, but not really suffer any consequences in the event that it doesn't agree with me. I'd use them a couple times just to make sure that everything agrees with your system.

Tracy - congrats on the rest day yesterday, definitely sounds like you needed one!! Oh yeah...do you know how to do a Windows Repair (using the windows cd)?, it replaces any damaged or corrupt files on the PC and often times fixes the problem. Feel free to PM if you need help with it!

Christa - That's awesome news about your mom!! "run over him and kick his brains in"...wow...stressed out?? :rotfl: I thought about you the other day when I was putting on my helmet to go for a ride :rolleyes1

Krista - How are you guys doing?? I hope all is well with you, Carter, Hines and...um...who is that dude who used to post on the boards...oh yeah...Stephen. :goodvibes:

Debra - :rotfl: Bingham in a compromising position...now, now Debra...you know I can't take photos of that stuff...that's what I'm bringing the video camera for :rotfl: "Bingham Gone Wild" will be next YouTube sensation! Also, I usually do Six Flags on Sunday mornings (bible belt down here means no one around then) when there are no lines at all...I'll never do a Saturday again, especially when there is a big convention in town! LOVE the drama in the posts!! I grabbed a bag of popcorn in between post 2 and 3 waiting for the climax of your adventures...only to be thwarted by buzz killer Albert. Seriously, I hope the whole apt. situation takes a positive turn for you soon :goodvibes:

Amy - Oh Amy my dear...WE'LL BE IN WALT DISNEY WORLD AT THIS TIME TOMORROW...YAHOOO!!!! Is there anything more to be said? Don't forget to pack some sunscreen and some chill out clothes because you deserve some rest and relaxation! Three words for you: pool, sun, drink. Three more words: bench, Epcot, Mickey Bar (ok 4 words lol).

Scott's World - I did 45 minutes on the elliptical last night. Hopefully I'll find the time to squeeze a run in tonight, but I've got a list of last minute stuff to get done before heading off to Orlando early in the morning. That's right...in case you didn't hear...I'LL BE IN WDW TOMORROW!! WOOOOHOOOO!! (sorry, sorry, just a BIT excited here!!) I will have the trusty dusty laptop with me and will hopefully be posting some blurbs here along with maybe the more juicy details over on my blog (yes Debra, that's where you need to be watching)

I hope everyone has an awesome day...GOOD LUCK and SAFE TRAVELS to all of those heading down to Orlando this week. I hope to meet a lot of you on Saturday/Sunday and remember:

What happens in Disney, stays in Disney.

[ironz]

OK....is there a trick to remembering who said/did what so y'all can post? Do you type it in wordpad and then cut/paste? I can't keep up! But that's not a bad thing....
:goodvibes

Frank...have a great time in Italy. My first bike trip (Backroads, not VBT) was in Tuscany and I LOVED it!! Don't forget to count your miles for our team.

Christa, congrats on your mom being done with chemo!

Everyone doing MINNIE---have fun!!! I didn't sign up because of a schedule conflict, which has since gone away, but I am still rehabbing my hip and not running for another week. Can't wait to hear all about it!

Shan...wish I had some wise words. My hip flexor injury was sort of the same...hurt in a race and I thought it was just soreness...6 weeks later (now 7!)...still having difficulty. Have been water running and doing the elliptical instead of running. Water running is a great alternative!

DKP... 2 of the tri's I am doing this month are sprints...so not a huge deal. I do about 8 a year (various distances), because I love it!

Whoever said about having tough training days, and being thankful....I had one of those moments during my swim the other day...there was a lady in the pool doing some sort of water therapy with another woman. Seemed to be having some mental/physical handicap. Made me feel very thankful that I can do what I can do, even if at times, I don't meet my own standards.

Cheers!

[wtpclc]

Scott - If what happens in DIsney, stays in DIsney, what will be on your blog??? ;) BTW - Rule 1: I am inherently lazy and will make up any rule necessary to meet my needs at teh time! :idea: Safe travels!

Shan - By the time I had issues that really sidelined my running last year, evn normal walking irritated it. (I've got to belieev your normal life is likely enough to continue irritation) PT helped a lot. While a month seems extreme to me, I'm no doc. See how PT goes and keep us posted. :wizard: :wizard: :grouphug:

[AmyBeth68]

Mel: Thanks again for organizing the steering committee. I think it's great to have dialogue about the future of Wish!

Ang: WTG on the 2.23 miles!!! You're really rockin' right along with your C25K program!!! No worries about the 3 minute runs....you'll do great :).

Z: Wishing you a safe trip home. Thinking of you and your family :).

Leana: YAY for the PR! So proud of you! I bet you rock the Minnie girl! :hug: So scary about your bike story...I've had some cars get close to me but nothing like nearly running me over :(. Be careful out there!!! BTW...I'm soooo jealous you are leaving for FL tonight! Can't wait to meet you!

Kim: Congrats on your first Half Marathon!!!!

Hi Original Bill: How are you guys doing? Everyone healthy??? :goodvibes:

NE Bill: Sent you a long winded PM about your training plan! Hope you're doing well.

Jen: Sorry to hear your back has been aggrivated :(. But wtg on getting in that last LR! The last one before any race is always the most nerve-wracking to me.

Kira: YAY for the Poly!!! Wow...hoping to stay there for a night maybe in January. LOVE that resort!!!

Stacie: :hug: Cool shirts girl. Sorry I've been MIA from your journal...I cannot wait to see you and Matt at WDW in ummmm....JUST A FEW DAYS!! Sooo excited :). You've done it girl...made it through training, I'm soooo proud of you :).

Lily: I had to can my LR this weekend too due to leg issues. It's ok...you';re going to do great at the Minnie...you impress me with how strong you came back from your surgery. Amazing!!! :)

Jackie: Yes...you got your Pilates DVD Please let me know what you think and if you have any questions about anything. And big congrats on completing that 5k!!!

SamSam: Wow....2 extra miles on your last LR! LOL. I can't imagine...that's pretty awesome. You are more than ready for the Minnie!

Claire: Mmmm...blackberries. I love them so! I have the bushes in my back yard but the bears tend to get to them before I do. Ouch about the peppers..YIKES!!!! I've done the "eye rubbing" after handling peppers and that is rough too. But it does sound like you had a reaction to the oils...be careful eating them...you may be allergic!

Frank: Italy...SOOOO COOL. You better take lots of pics and share them with the Wishers ;).

Krista: Oh wow...I have the Disney on a Dime recorded to watch. Cool..I'll look for "random marathon dude". Thanks for the tip LOL!

Dana: Wow...nice pace for your 8 miles and that's slowed down for you! That would be my fast pace...pretty awesome girl! You are going to have a smokin' race at the Minnie :).

Judy: Take care of that hamstring lady! I'm having leg issues myself this week and really took it easy. I want to be totally fresh for the races this weekend. Oh wait...did I say "races" "this weekend". YES ma'am...Minnie is SOOO close. Yay!

Michelle: Please share...what Pilates tapes did you get? Would love to know what you are doing. It's great XT for running btw (and yes I'm totally biased and bug people about doing pilates all the time). Anyway...welcome to the team and congrats on the awesome ebay find. Let me know how you liked them!

Debra: Dave Navarro had plenty of eyeliner on :lol:. He was in total "look at me" mode...definitely NOT dressed to get lost in a crowd. BTW...loved the shakespearean drama of your post. I was aghast at the treachery of the evil Albert. Anyway...love Shakespeare...but not so much after a long run ;). My favorite, btw, is Henry V for its witty humor and brilliant soliloquy. It *might* actually have something to do with Kenneth Brannagh ;). Anyway...speaking of Henry V this is so fitting as I march toward into battle (ok...the Minnie weekend): "But if it be a sin to covet honour,
I am the most offending soul alive."

Craig: Sorry...couldn't get past "wine bar" and "florence"

Christa: :hug: to your mom and finishing Chemo.

Angie: :hug: I know this has been so frustrating to you. Hang in there and enjoy the Minnie weekend!!! Definitely give Pilates a try! I really think it will help you a little.

Maura: I know how you are feeling...the constant nagging pain while running is tough but it sounds like you have a real grasp on it! I predict you'll have a really successful race this weekend!!!


Carrie: WE ARE SO CLOSE to being in WDW! Woo-Hoo!!!!! Glad the run worked out for you yesterday...I've had my share of those lately...just getting through them is victory :). WTG...cannot wait to see you this weekend!!! :)

Cam: Good luck tonight with W2D2!!! How excited are you for this weekend??? And how cool that Howard is coming along as well!

Solo Kevin: Wow...nice run! Your pace has been great. Are you doing the 5K and 15K this weekend???

Betsy: I still am too chicken to register for my tri. PLEASE tell me I won't drown LOL!!!

Scotty: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

[AmyBeth68]

OK....because of the epic nature of my above post I decided to just post about "my world" on a separate thread.

So this weekend I had to scrap my scheduled 6 mile long run. Matter of fact I scrapped it yesterday too...and didn't even do spin class. I've been having some leg/hip pain that was remiscient of the troubles i had in 2006 just on a much smaller scale. So I did my pilates work...but basically backed off anything that pounded the joints. I did 45 minutes of elliptical/stationary bike on Sunday and rested yesterday. I think I'll do 30 on the ski machine tonight. I may be showing up for the minnie slightly undertrained...my endurance may suffer so I have really dropped my expectations for a sub 9 mpm pace for the 15K. At this point i just want to get out there and have fun. I'm just THRILLED to leaving for WDW TOMORROW!!!!!!!!:yay:

I cannot wait to meet everyone in a few days!!! :grouphug:

[keenercam]

Amy -- so glad you were smart enough to bag your run. You take good care of yourself. And don't eat all the Mickey Bars with Scott before the rest of us get there! :)

I am so excited! Howard texted me at lunch time that he bought a Wii. I have been wanting one for more than a year but they have been impossible to find. :woohoo: I have been getting up at 5:30 on weekdays to go to the gym and I usually do an hour there made up of one or any combination of bike, strength training, elliptical, and/or C25k workouts. After the Minnie, I have a 5 miler on Memorial Day weekend and a 5k on 6/22 and 7/4, but nothing else on the race calendar. I am hoping to really turn my attention to some cross-training stuff before it is time to hit the training schedule to jog the 1/2 marathon in January. Hopefully some boxing & tennis Wii will make my workouts less monotonous and more effective. :banana:

[nucpharm29]

Hey all! Sorry I've been MIA for a while. LTO big time. I'm now practically working full time, and have been offered another job for the fall. Not running much, but still getting some cardio minutes in!

Good luck to all those at the Minnie! WISH I could be there, but I will be in spirit!:thumbsup2

Scott--and I hope not everything "stays in Disney" b/c those of us at home need some of the juicy bits as well!

[ironz]

AmyBeth...sign up before it fills up!! You have plenty of fitness! :)

Have fun this weekend!

[postesf]

Hello WISHers!!!

Michelle--WELCOME!!! Another Warrior! Yay!

Bride MIchelle--yay for Dress Shopping!!! That is exciting!

Frank--Italy? I am jealous! I definately want some pics!

Karen--What a great friend you are! Helping move someone else's DD states away! :) I think that counts as XT!

Deb...Yay for getting in that 10 miler. I LOVED your posts! I can only image 3 hrs of sitting after the 10 miler. ouch! I really hope you guys get something worked out soon for your place of dwelling!

Cam...9 hrs in the office on a Sunday. Yuk! How are you supposed to pack for the Minnie when you are working? really! :goodvibes Not too much longer now!

Christa...:hug: for your mom being done w/ Chemo!!! :dance3:

Angie...GIRL! I'm so glad to see you are RESTING! and STRETCHING! and will do the Minnie SLOWLY! Just take it easy! :hug:

Tracy...Don't you just love DWTS. Too bad Christian hurt is arm. That must have been so frustrating!

Cecilia... :grouphug: We'll be thinking about you this weekend! I know your dad is so proud of you.

Carrie... Yay on your 30 min. What is this 5 min rule? What happened to the 10 min rule??? hmmmm????

Claire...Ms Hot Hands! :lmao: then rock climbing. ouch!

Leana...Safe travels. I don't leave til Friday. Not fair! :goodvibes Could you swing by eye 2 eye and pick up my shirts on the way to the airport? just kidding! lol!

Morgan... I hope we get extra pixie dust too! Great job on your 3 miler!

Shan...I'm so sorry you are still hurting. :hug: Please take care of yourself and listen to the doctor. You will get it figured out.

Betsy...I take notes. Seriously. I would NEVER remember what I wanted to say to everyone.

Scott...TOMORROW! Have a great time and travel safe!!! Great job getting all those workouts.

Amy...Did you say bears? What??? I'll tell you that you won't drown! Register girl! You can do it! I have 100% Confidence in you! Undertrained. Did I read that right? That word does not even go in the same sentence w/ your name! I've done zip since my 8 miler on Friday. How's that for undertrained? :goodvibes Happy dance for leaving tomorrow! :dance3: Travle Safe!!!

For Stacie...not much to say. I've been lazy or LTO...Not sure which. I do hope to get one more walk tomorrow. I've not done anything since my 8 miler on Friday. We did got Shoe shopping for my mom last night. 4th Store and we were finally successful! Yay. We are just about packed and ready to go, but unlike SOME folks on here, we don't leave til Friday! :goodvibes We also got my dad some nice shorts for the 5K. He doesn't really have that type of clothes.

I did do some race shopping today. I hope to get my mom to do a few more 5Ks once we get home. I found a few more through out the year. One even has a Senior Stroll...that will be nice for my dad. I wish there was one website that lists them all. I've not found one conclusive lists.

Hope everyone has a great day!!! Happy training or Packing (for those going to the Minnie!)

Stacie

[jmasgat]

IT'S BEN AND JERRY'S FREE CONE DAY!



Now if only they'd bring back "From Russia with Buzz", I would be happy!


Shan I can empathize. Like you, I "followed the plan"--didn't overtrain, did the right things and yet it seems there's always something nagging at me. But better to take the long view and rest/rehab. That way you'll have many more races in your future. I know it feels like a setback (which it is, let's be honest), but you'll get through it, and if it makes you feel any better--you're not alone.

Scott You're making it hard to wait until Thursday to get to WDW--too excited! Hope to meet you there.

ironz How does one do water running?

Morgan Congrats on the run and your improvement. It is always good to appreciate our small victories so that later, if/when we struggle, we don;t get too down on ourselves. (Now I just need to look in the mirror and repeat that to myself!!!)

Claire At least you didn't rub your eyes after the jalapenos--I did that---once. Once is all it takes!!

Time to put the laundry in the dryer and bring up the suitcase. Yippee!

Maura

[Hockeychic]

Oh bummer we don't have Ben and Jerry's in Canada....:headache:

Just finished W1D1....I think I typed that right, anyways week 1 workout 1.....yippeee.

Sorry just a drive by I hope everyone is having a awesome day!!!!

[lenshanem]

Thank you guys. :grouphug:

Angie, Betsy and Maura - I hope you all feel better soon, too! :wizard:

Carrie - So you think I shouldn't be walking, either? I was gonna ask him, but I forgot.

Scott - Yes, I have had back pain before - after my c-sections I started having problems. I've actually been to PT for it before. I think alot of my issue there is my tummy muscles are nada. My primary I saw last week thought it was either my hips or my back, but this doc today didn't seem to think so. I even asked if he should x-ray something other than my knees???

At this point I'm maybe thinking this is a sign to go ahead and get that tummy tuck and stomach muscle repair. I've been to two consults now and if I'm gonna be down...

OK, I'm not a good swimmer, but he told me I needed to either swim, bike or do the elliptical. I don't have a bike and I don't have an elliptical. I guess I could get a month pass somewhere? It seems to me either of those would hurt my thighs? Seems like it would? :confused3

So, I guess I'll do the PT, what he recommended seems like an awful lot, though. Has anyone had a sports specific massage? Think that would help? The place near me got a new person who specializes in sports massages...

Cam - congrats on the Wii! I love the tennis.

OK, so no Ben and Jerry's today. But, I was craving ice cream after I read that so DH took me to get a scoop elsewhere after lunch. I needed it. :)


I hope everyone has a great time in WDW! Have fun at the race! I can't wait to see pics! :banana:

[deekaypee]

Craig: I think you would be an excellent guide for tours of Europe, featuring wine and football. Even if I'm not convinced they quite go together naturally, I'd be willing to give it a try with you as my leader.

Christa: That's GREAT news about your mom being finished with chemo! I hope she's doing well, and I bet you she's in good spirits right now. :goodvibes

Angie: I'm so sorry to hear about the continued back and leg pain. I'm glad you're going to continue to rest--and think that running slowly is the best strategy. You're being very smart!!! I hate to say this, after all your training, but the Minnie is just one event (okay, two races in your case) and I'd rather you run conservatively so as to not injure yourself AND be able to continue to run way past this weekend. :hug:

Tracy: Awww, now you're taken all the fun out of my slightly PG-13 rated images of you, your abs, and a foam roller. It's a very boudoir, er, restful picture I have, very appropriate for taper. :upsidedow I think we should petition Vic to be members of his pit crew. Whaddya think?

Kira: Four kids. Wow. And they're staying at the Poly. You're the best mom ever!

Aloha Jeff: I think YOU should be our unofficial clinic "doctor"--you can play one on the internet, you know!

Maura: I can find things to say online, and yet I am tongue-tied in person. Hmmmm. As for running and hurting, I think the feeling is as related to the fact we're paying more attention to our bodies when we run. I always imagine myself conducting a head-to-toe, sci-fi body scan early in the run and am amazed at the little differences I find. Can't help you much with the fueling question--my stomach pretty much likes whatever I put in there, and so I go with whatever's handy. It doesn't seem to make any difference with weather, length of run, etc. My biggest questions seems to be concerned with opening the package with my sweaty hands. I do start fueling about an hour into my run, so that's the length I use when I test things out (60-90 minutes).

Cecilia: You may not get this, but I'll be thinking of you, your dad, and your whole family during this time. :hug:

Carrie: Believe me, I wish I was there for the Minnie. Heck, I'd be happy to scream team for you all. Instead, I'm going to be stuck at home. if I'm in a mood I'll try to start some rabble rousing here. Maybe I'll float the suggestion that we change the colors of the WISH shirts to the more subtle safety orange? :rotfl2: So the 10-minute rule goes through taper, too? 5 minutes, 0 minutes??? I'm sorry about the stonker of a run but know the yoga will help. As will the sleep-inducing scripts!

If I can go sub-[___ mpm] and feel good and possibly PR, I will. However, as soon as it stops being fun or something hurts or the heat gets to me, I am dropping back to the next WISHer and going to go for fun. If I can't keep up with that one, I'll go some more until I can take pictures adn laugh adn enjoy the race! I just had to add, this is the description of a perfect Disney race to me! :cloud9:

Cam: That's our Cam, always looking out for everyone! Any of us would be proud to walk with our WISH penguins, I'm sure! (I say this as a back-of-the-packer party animal myself.) I love your multitasking day: biking & bridal magazines! And :woohoo: for the Wii (or should that be whee! for the Wii?)

Kevin: A sub-30 5K in 85 degree heat? Slacker! :rotfl2: I'm glad you're back on the boards regularly!

Dana: Somehow I imagine the look your FIL gives you is the same look DOOD gives me when I say, for instance, "flipping." Or "Dude." :rolleyes1 Good luck with your 5 miler today and have fun at the Minnie!

Claire: Ouch, ouch, ouch on the jalapeno peppers. Love 'em, but they can sting. I'll put myself on record as being willing to sample your dips any time! And your baked brie. (I think I'm loving your life right now.) I hope your springtime lasts long enough for some more excellent running and biking, too! (Not to mention the rock climbing, the blading, etc....)

Frank: Oh, we've got it easy on the apartment search compared to the bias against young men. That must have been rough. I can't even imagine the reactions you received. While some people wonder why we're choosing to rent rather than buy at our age, there's no real sense that they recognize my inner party animal. (Who I like to think of as an Otter, for some reason. Animal House, perhaps?) I really like the idea of your first marathon being the Gasparilla Classic; it does seem to have a nice sense of symmetry.

Leana: I don't know if this post will catch you, but Good Luck & Have Fun this weekend. (As if I had to tell you the latter. ;) )

Morgan: Me, take notes on everyone. :rotfl: No, I just embrace my stalker tendencies. My super-secret strategy: I just open the replay post in a new window and tab, and toggle back and forth. :ssst: Kind of disappointing now that the curtain's been pulled back, huh? Btw, I so agree with you--one of the things I love about running is how much it makes me aware of my body. I don't think you will lose that awareness.

Judy and Kira: But the roller hurts soooo good, right? :lmao:

Jen and MSDave: Thank you for the reminder about the Ben & Jerry's free ice cream. It's an important social event, you know, and I just had to incorporate it into my XT.

Shan: I'm so sorry about the doctor-ordered hiatus from running. I know you're upset, but hope you can embrace the good news. Assuming the dr. is correct--and I'll let other, more experienced runners weigh in on the pain, etc.--then what you have is something that requires rest instead of surgery. It's not chronic. And the suggestion of PT will help you get stronger, and might help you with some good practices that will make you an even better runner when you get back into things (As Scott suggested). And like Angie said, you did the smart thing on your event--you slowed down, avoided serious injury. You should be proud that you listened to your body. (All these things are easier said than felt, I know, but we're proud of you!)

I'm not sure if the bike or elliptical would hurt your thighs or not; it's been a while since I started with those. I would hazard that the no-impact aspect of the XT would be good for you, though, without causing additional problems. I know in my case that the stationary bike really helped with my knee problems. In terms of access to equipment, I don't know where you live. But what you might be able to do is get some guest passes to various gyms--DOOD and I had almost a full month of free WOs when we moved to Pgh and were testing new gyms. You might also be able to buy day passes by the week or month; perhaps your doctor or sports-masseuse could recommend someplace?

Scott: Well, I see you have the recipe down for your WDW rest days: pool, sun, drink,: bench, Epcot, Mickey Bar. At least a couple of those things should be highly featured in a Bingham's Gone Wild video; I leave the how and why up to your imagination. You should also know that I'll be looking at your blog over the next few days, although I don't know how you'll find time to post in your busy schedule of rest. (I don't know if you're a sci-fi fan like Amy, but in the words of The Prisoner, "Be seeing you." I am not a number!!!)

Scott: What happens in Disney, stays in Disney.
Carrie: Scott - If what happens in DIsney, stays in DIsney, what will be on your blog???
Debra: Material evidence for the police report?

Betsy: Oh, your tris are just sprints, not a big deal? :rotfl: :worship: I agree with Tracy, you should be rechristened the TRI-Dominator! (Although I have to say I really like Ironz.) THANK YOU for posting your thought after observing the woman in water therapy. It made me very grateful today, and sometimes I need to be reminded of how lucky I am.

Amy: Henry V, the Branagh version, made me love Shakespeare on film. And I had quite the Kenny crush for a while. (Who's kidding? I still do!) I love the St. Crispen's Day speech, too, and you have chosen one of the best lines for your Minnie battle! I also love, the following, which I offer to you as inspiration:

Now bid me run,
And I will strive with things impossible,
Yea, get the better of them.
--Julius Caesar

I hope your race, your event, your weekend is everything you could hope for!! It sounds as if your rest days and non-impact work will allow you to maximize the Disney pleasure. (Add some sun, drinks, and and pool time to that and I think you have the perfect pleasure cocktail.)

Stephanie: I hope this is LTO/working full time in a good way? WTG with getting the cardio minutes in, too!

Stacie: I'm crossing my fingers for you, and everyone else on the Eye2Eye shirts. It doesn't sound like you have much room for them, though, what with all the specialty t-shirts you made, the new clothes and shoes, etc. (I know, not your new clothes, but still...:goodvibes ) Does shopping count as XT, because it sure does exhaust me!

Laurie: Congrats on finishing W1D1 (yup, you got it right) of C25K. :cheer2: Are you transitioning over to running or WR or RW?

Mel: I think I forgot to mention this in an earlier post, but I'm thinking positive thoughts for you on that faculty position at the Bradenton pharmacy school. You'd be an excellent faculty member!

As for me: Well, it was going to be a simple day of Pilates--hah, it's not simple for ME--but then someone reminded me of the free Ben & Jerry's deal. Or should I say someones? So I hoofed it to the nearest B & J (1 1/2 miles away). You wouldn't believe who I encountered on the street. Yep, evil Albert. I think he gave me an odd look, as if he almost recognized me. And I thought, "Debra, you could take him. Right here, right now." Not that that would have been too difficult--he's about 75. :lmao:

Instead, I walked right past him and met up with DOOD for my free scoop. The flavor? I thought I'd try something new--the Imagine Whirled Piece (sweet cream, caramel, chocolate chunks formed as peace signs). Not bad, but no Chunky Monkey. I was happy with their restrained serving size, too, which was about perfect.

As we exited I heard a youth say, "I've had three scoops of ice cream today, and haven't paid once." DOOD said under his breath, "And your mother must be so proud."

[wfloyd]

Hi Original Bill: How are you guys doing? Everyone healthy??? :goodvibes:



They were for a day. First Billy couldn't stand everyone being well so he got Pink Eye. Then when we thought it was cured, we found out it was viral and went to the other eye. Once that passed, Timmy wound up getting something with a weird name but is basically an eye infection due to allergies. It never ends...


I would really be thankful for some opinions here...
I went to the orthopedic today. They took x-rays of both knees and everything looks fine. He told me my problems are from overuse and not to run for a month. :sad1: He also wants me to go to physical therapy two to three times a week for six weeks?!? :confused3 Diagnosis says bi-lateral quad strain and bi-lateral knee pain. He never did an MRI on my front upper thighs.


I am not one for injury advice since I tend to do what you're not supposed to do. :rolleyes1 Maybe I could tell you what I would do and then you could do the opposite. :lmao: Hope everything feels better soon.

As usual you guys are amazing, and I am really sorry that this has been all about me, I really am.

A couple of things:


I WILL NOT BE DOING ANY MORE WORKOUTS THIS WEEK.
I WILL GO FIND A FOAM ROLLER TONIGHT AND STRETCH LIKE A MANIAC THE NEXT 4 DAYS.
I WILL COMBINE CAM & CARRIE'S (AND EVERY ONE ELSE) ADVICE TO SLOW RUN/WALK THE 15K.




Can we print this out and hold you to it this weekend. If you try to pass any of us then we can chase you and hit you with it. :lmao:

Angie - Excellent plan! Expect the roller to hurt a bit (OK maybe a lot) but it really really helps! :thumbsup2

You need to give Angie the cross training video you made to help her with the proper use of a roller...:rolleyes1 :rotfl2:



Good news on my mom...she is FINISHED with chemo! :cool1:



CONGRATS!!!!:cool1: :cool1: Hope everything continues to stay gone.

To all the new members, welcome. I have lost track of all the new members but hope we can provide some support.

As for me, well we went to Disney Saturday to check out part of the course :rolleyes1 and celebrate Lynnda's birthday. We verified the part between DHS and Epcot and it looks good, plenty of flowers so hopefully no one has allergies. Although by mid day it was hot and of course we have the sun burns to prove it.:rolleyes:

Hopefully we can get caught up by this weekend since we are supposed to go back to Disney. Such a rough life although I may need a second job to pay for the gas.:laughing:

Bill

[lenshanem]

Debra, thanks for the advice. The ice cream sounds GOOD! I'm now eating a Lean Cuisine for dinner to make up for the fact I had an ice cream cone earlier today. :lmao:

Bill, have fun in WDW!

Cecilia, I read that you did end up doing the CMM? I'm so glad. I hope everything went well. :hug:

[mkymsehi]

Quick driveby, enjoy these...

Did you ever notice: The Roman Numerals for forty (40) are " XL."

Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.

The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then your body and your fat have gotten to be really good friends.

[angietuck2]

Can we print this out and hold you to it this weekend. If you try to pass any of us then we can chase you and hit you with it. :lmao:


Bill

:lmao: :lmao: :rotfl:

Thank you I needed that too!!!!

OK so did not find foam roller tonight, but did not work out and did stretch so far, so good!!!!


YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!! :love:

[keenercam]

Debra - You totally crack me up! Thank you for the smile! I really needed it after I saw DS14's cell phone bill -- how the HECK does someone send 592 text messages in one month? :headache:

Angie -- glad you are taking it easy!

Bill -- so sorry the boys are taking turns being "not well". Poor things!

Shan -- please take it easy! :hug:

I can't believe I went to the gym again tonight. Howard was in class. DS was doing homework, and I knew my :dog: wouldn't miss me. She'd just think Mommy was at work. While I waited for my buddies, I did 15 minutes elliptical (1.55 miles & 166 calories!). Then, my running buddies arrived and we did W2D2 of C25k. This one was a bit tougher. Probably because my day started at 5:30 a.m. (though that's late for our own dear Honeibee). We took it to 30 minutes, including warm up and cool down. I learned somethng tonight. Just because you drink a TAB energy drink and have the energy, it doesn't necessarily mean your body will want to workout and your muscles may even rebel. ;) I just am beginning to think I am a bit off my rocker, going to the gym twice in one day. But I reassured myself that I am the same old Cam -- All the calories I burned were quickly replaced with a taco bell dinner. :eek: :rolleyes2

[Big Vic]

Good evening WISHers!

Hoping everyone's Tuesday went well.

Out for 3 this evening.

Had a fairly good time at Talladega. I've determined my "Drunk Tolerance Filter" is not longer operational. I used to be able to ignore them, but anymore, they just bug me.

The one thing that really upset me was FLBill didn't tell me he was going to be there. But being the ever vigilant observer I am, I caught him on camera.

Drinking Bud Light, and a Gordon fan to boot. Bill, Bill, Bill, Bill, Bill! :lmao:

Cute outfit though. :rotfl2:

http://members.cox.net/bigvic/talladega042608a.jpg
http://members.cox.net/bigvic/talladega042608.jpg

:)

[TXAng]

Allyson – How’s Week 5 going?

Monte – Doggy Day? Sounds like fun, but a LOT of work!

Tracy – Great job with the 7-miler!

Jen – Hope your back feels better. :wizard:

Leana – Congrats on the new PR! Awesome job!!

Kira – Oooh, the Poly? So jealous.

Betsy – Did you say THREE tris this month? Wow, that’s amazing!

Pirates Kim – Have fun at the RFTT 10K!

Stacie – Love the shirts! They turned out great.

Mel – Thanks for the link. I’ve got the 53 Runner’s Commandments printed out to put up on the wall.

Jackie – Congrats on the 5K.

SamSam – Oops! I always miscalculate my distances. Hoping I get better about it before my distances get much longer!

Cecilia – The MOM/WOW thing is so cute! Glad to hear that your DH had a good race.

Claire – Good for you going for your doc! Children’s lit sounds really interesting. I’ve always said that if I ever haul my rear in and go to grad school that I’d like to study something literature related.

Frank – Congrats on the awesome 10-miler! Italy? How exciting!!

Heather – Congrats on the 6-miler.

Krista – Yay that Stephen finally got to see and feel the baby move!

MiaBanda Michelle – :welcome:

Karen – Hey! Good to see you!

Debra – I didn’t know about the C25K thread. I’ll have to go check it out – thanks for the heads up! I’m sorry to hear that you were your own tragedy – though I’ll admit to giggling a bit at your expense. :) Sorry the apartment fell through – good luck with your continuing search!

Cam – WTG for starting Week 2!

Christa – I’m so glad to hear about your mom! How is she feeling?

Angie – I’m glad to hear that you’re going to take it slower for the Minnie. Less stress on the back, good conversation, and you still get the bling at the end – it couldn’t get better than that.

Shan – No advice, but I’m sorry you’re still hurting. :wizard:

Hockey Kim – WTG for starting the C25K!

Minnie Racers - I know most of you are already en route to WDW, but GOOD LUCK and have fun! Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back!!

Me - Notes from the "well, duh" chronicles: cheese fries and Coke are not the pre-workout meal of champions. I did get through W3D1, however: 2.13 miles in 30:23 (yup, went too far out and ended up with an extended cool down). The three minute runs weren't great, but they also weren't as bad as I expected.

In other good news, DH decided to restart C25K today. I think he felt bad that I've been out there regularly for a couple weeks now, and he hasn't worked out in forever. He doesn't want me to be the runner in the family, so as long as I stick with it, he should stay motivated, too. :)

[twoWDWfools]

Just a quick drive by -this thread has again gotten away from me.

Hope anyone ill/injured gets better soon.
WTG to everyone for getting out and doing.
Dang - no Ben and Jerrys here....
Safe travels for everyone heading to the Minnie this week and looking forward to meeting many of you!

Have a good eve and I promise to try and keep up after I get back from WDW on Tuesday.

[nepatsfan73]

Had a fairly good time at Talladega. I've determined my "Drunk Tolerance Filter" is not longer operational. I used to be able to ignore them, but anymore, they just bug me.

The one thing that really upset me was FLBill didn't tell me he was going to be there. But being the ever vigilant observer I am, I caught him on camera.

Drinking Bud Light, and a Gordon fan to boot. Bill, Bill, Bill, Bill, Bill! :lmao:

Cute outfit though. :rotfl2:

http://members.cox.net/bigvic/talladega042608a.jpg
http://members.cox.net/bigvic/talladega042608.jpg

:)

NOTE TO SELF: Avoid Big Vic post Disney events as I may get swatted (unless he gets his filter repaired/replaced).

As to **Original Bill**, at least it looks like he brought an ID with him for a change. Of course, if that's similar to his running attire, no wonder police are stopping him at 4:00 AM and on college campuses.

[FireDancer]

Morgan- Sounds like a great run. You are right about learning more about your body and how it reacts to running every time you do it. Remember these runs when you have bad runs and they won’t bring you down as much.

Shan-Sorry to hear about your pains. I know being told not to run for a month would be hard to take. Swimming and biking are both great cross training activities. I am of the opinion that swimming laps is the best physical activity you can do when you look at the ratio of work to time (wow, science class flash back).

Scott- Enjoy the trip.

Betsy- I will definitely track my miles for the team, especially since that will be all my participation for the weeks. I don’t know where the hotels are yet before and after the biking but if it is in a runner friendly place I might just have to go exploring.

Amy/Stacie- I will make sure to get some pics up. I don’t know how many places will have web access but I will try to chime in from time to time. As far as your (Amy) Minnie goes, maybe the race day adrenaline will make up for the under training. You are smart to cut back the running before the race.

Debra- First, I can understand a landlord not wanting to rent to guys so I didn’t take it too personally. Upon reading my post about it I really did hijack you rent trouble and make it all about me…I am an a$$. Second, in Italy EVERYTING goes with wine and EVERYTHING goes with soccer…case in point, the owner of A.C. Milan is now Prime Minister…again.

I had planned on going to the gym and then hitting the streets for a short diagnosis run to make sure the body is recovered from the 10 miler. The first part didn’t happen because I watched the Man U – Barça CL game and then took an unplanned nap. I did get out and do a short 2.5 and everything felt good. I was most worried about the blisters but the Zinc-Oxide dried them out just fine.

Good luck again all you Minnie-ers. I wish I was there.

[mkymsehi]

Minnie Racers, there are two places I found with free WI-FI, the World of Disney, and the Brewery restaurant down on the Boardwalk resort. Hope that helps.

I made a quick 6 milers in with my running guru. He was challenging me with 8:25 minute mile pace. I couldn't breath, so I couldn't talk. :eek:

At the end of our run, the whole weekday group met up for some free refreshments at Ben & Jerry's. MMMMMMMMMMM, delicious!

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/DSCN2315.jpg

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/DSCN2336.jpg

Have a great Wednesday everyone. I'm stuck in an all day training, but at least it's a day away from work! :rotfl2::woohoo:

[Mouse Skywalker]

Good Morning TEAM: I don't have any training report except for going to Ben and Jerry's for Free Scoop Day last night. I just wanted to pop in and say hi. Jeff, I love that your group run ended with getting a free scoop. What a great way to end a workout.

Good Luck to everyone heading down for the Minnie Marathon. I WISH I could be with you, and drive you all around.

[wfloyd]

Good evening WISHers!

Hoping everyone's Tuesday went well.

Out for 3 this evening.

Had a fairly good time at Talladega. I've determined my "Drunk Tolerance Filter" is not longer operational. I used to be able to ignore them, but anymore, they just bug me.

The one thing that really upset me was FLBill didn't tell me he was going to be there. But being the ever vigilant observer I am, I caught him on camera.

Drinking Bud Light, and a Gordon fan to boot. Bill, Bill, Bill, Bill, Bill! :lmao:

Cute outfit though. :rotfl2:

http://members.cox.net/bigvic/talladega042608a.jpg
http://members.cox.net/bigvic/talladega042608.jpg

:)

Dang you saw me. I was sent on an undercover mission to determine if the giant M&M's on the 18 car were actually edible. I was told to blend in with the crowd and that I should dress in this manner. However everyone didn't have a red neck as I was led to believe were the only people who go to the races.

:upsidedow

[wtpclc]

You'll all be so proud of me! I did not get my B&J free scoop! Yup, I was brave and did without. Nope, you guessed it. I don't know of any b& J's in MI. :rotfl:

Shan - I can't say for sure about not walking, but I don't think it would hurt. As for what teh doc recommendedd, they are all no impact activities so you should be ok with those. Ask your PT about wlaking. I have had PT include massage. If they think this will help you, they will include it as your PT. Again, wouldn't hurt to ask, though. :grouphug:

Vic - :lmao:

TXAng - Glad dh is going to join you! It rally does help to keep you on track!

Cam - COngrats on gettign to the gym. BTW, Judy gets to bed earlier too. (Not that she doesn't have way long days, but don't belittle your own)

Debra - Orange? ALways knew you were a trouble maker!!! :rotfl:

OK, clarification ofn my rules of running: The 10-minute rule is real. Helen told us of it. However, I am the world's laziest runner and will make up rules to meet whatever needs I may have at the time. :laughing:

Did my 75 min of yoga last night and my hurts of yesterday fel much better. It will be a game time decision whther I run tonight or whether I bike or whether I declare and extra rest day. An extra rest day would mean no work outs 'til the race, though. No matter what I do, though, if it hurts, I'm stopping.

[solotraveler]

Morning all!!

Jackie-- OK, I shall continue with my gospel....even though I watched this week basically going: "No, please PLEASE don't go there" every five minutes. I'm kind of very disappointed where they are taking some of the plotlines....

PiratesRock-- Congrats on the half marathon!!!

Leana-- Congrats on the 5K PR! Safe travels to Orlando!

Mel-- Thanks for posting those commandments. It reminds me that I
m lucky to be able to do what I do... and with wonderful people to boot.

Frank-- 10 miles in 1:05?? :faint: I don't have DirectTv, so I miss all the good stuff, of course. I just have to keep up as best I can on SoccerNet...

Michelle/MiaBanda-- :welcome:

Carrie-- I like your game plan! :thumbsup2 I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you to have nice weather because... I remember the marathon :scared1:

Christa-- That's awesome news about your mom. You all must be thrilled.

Shan-- Have you considered chropractic or ART? Just throwing it out there since it seems to be a chronic thing, even with dialing back your workouts. I hope things heal for you quickly/

AmyBeth-- No 15K for me this weekend, but I will be in Orlando Sunday evening as the DP (Designated Partyboy). These weekend sort of took off on me at work and I can't get out of here until 2pm Sunday. Boo.....

Hockeychic-- Maybe no Ben and Jerrys, but seeing as you have access to Tim Hortons, Pizza Pizza and endless Coffee Crisp bars, I think it's a fair trade.

Krista-- The boys are doing great... a Lab and a Newfie in a house with a pool... I wonder why they seem happier!

Deekayee-- No kidding!! I need to step it up!! Sorry to hear about your rental situation. When I moved down here I got very lucky... there's so much property on the market that it I was pretty spoiled for choice... even with a Newfoundland. Good luck finding something great!

Vic--I think I own that top.....

All About ME!-- I had a pretty good run yesterday.... 5 miles in 52-something. Not thrilled with the pace, but ran with a buddy of mine, so we dialed back to his pace a bit. I always forget how much better it is to run with someone as opposed to alone sometimes. We actually drove out to the beach and ran along A1A at the beach.... and I think I found my new running route! I need to figure out how to post pics so I can show off a little... but it was a great route. Oh, and it's fleet week here, so if sailors in dress whites are your thing, there was plenty to look at.....

The rest of this week is crazy crazy.... I have MMA class tonight and then have to dash home because I have a houseguest from Chicago for tonight. Then tomorrow, I have my friends from Quebec City coming in for a couple nights (Chance gets to learn more French!! Woo Hoo!!). Then there's the whole driving up to Orlando for a day thing this weekend. Oh well... I'll sleep when I'm 70....

Happy training all!
Kevin :earsboy:

[wtpclc]

Oh well... I'll sleep when I'm 70....
Glad to see you're getting your priorites straight. Still think missing Minie was jst not right, but I'll get over it because you're making the day trip! Hey, if the weather is awful, I'll have fun with my WISH friends. No biggie.

[Cosi Bella]

Michelle - I honeymooned at WDW and wore my wedding ears on TOT. They flew off my head and then landed back down. Pretty cool!

Oh my goodness, I've never been on TOT!! waaayyy too scary for me! Space mountain is about as daring as I get! lol

[COLOR="Blue"]
CB Michelle: Yay for finding (maybe) the dress. :love: I think it's a great sign that you didn't want to take it off. It sounds like you got some good running in, plus a whole lot of heavy-lifting, back-bending yard work. Talk about your XT. I'm sure this weekend will make getting back to running 1) easier, as you've been so active and 2) seem like a rest day.


Thanks! I really love that dress, I can't wait to go back and try it on again! lol
That yard work was really strenuous, but really good. I felt great the next day too, muscle-soreness wise. But I think all of the work, getting up really early to get as much done as possible, and not hydrating myself properly over the weekend really took its tole on me on Monday. I felt so run down and sick that I ended up not going out for a jog monday. I felt better yesterday so I did get a 3-miler in which was great!

Cosi Bella Glad you got the 3 miles in Friday and that you felt better Saturday.


Thanks so much, and I really hope that you are feeling better and that you get to participate in the Minnie, even if it is just walking! I really hope that your muscles and back heal and feel better over the next few days!!! Like everyone else says, rest and stretch is the best thing! GOOD LUCK!! :goodvibes I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for you!!

BrideMichelle, congrats on finding THE DRESS!! How exciting!!

Thanks, this wedding planning just keeps getting more and more fun!! :cool2:

Michelle: Please share...what Pilates tapes did you get? Would love to know what you are doing. It's great XT for running btw (and yes I'm totally biased and bug people about doing pilates all the time). Anyway...welcome to the team and congrats on the awesome ebay find. Let me know how you liked them!

Thanks! I bought the Total Body Sculpting Workout Set, which includes: Basics: #Step-By-Step (30 min.) A step-by-step guide to Mari's most effective body sculpting moves.
# 20 Minute Workout (27 min.) A no-nonsense workout for when you're tight on time.
# Accelerated Body Sculpting (57 min.)

I haven't had a chance to try them, but I think I will either tonight or tomorrow. Being that I got them on ebay, the original owner must have smoked about ten packs of cigarettes a day! (gotta love ebay for that! you never know what you're gonna get). They smelled so horrible, so I stuck them outside for a few days and in the garage to try and air them out. It actually did help, and I can now bring them inside my house! lol
I'm really concerned with my legs and their shape, lol that probably sounds wierd. But, when I used to run in college my legs were extremely muscular and thick. I think this was because I used to run for speed and so I got bulky. I've really slimmed down since taking a break from running, and now that I'm starting up again, I really want to build long, lean muscles, and NOT get bulky again. Please please please tell me that pilates will help me do that! I don't want to get thick again! My mom always told me my legs looked great bc I was so toned, but i just felt "fat". lol damn young adult insecurities! :confused3

Bride MIchelle--yay for Dress Shopping!!! That is exciting!

I had so much fun!!! My sister kept asking me if I wanted to go shopping, I just never knew how fun it is when you find the perfect dress! Thanks!



I just wanted to say good luck and have fun to all the Minnie runners!!!! I'm so excited for you guys and I hope everyone has a great time! Also, I'm still learning and trying to keep up with everyone, so until I can get everyones names down and what's going on with them individually I'd just like to send a a big HELLO to everyone this morning! Keep up the good work, make sure to rest when you need it, and congrats to everyone for reaching any goals they have set!! Ok, I think that covers everything!

As for me, I ran another 3 miles yesterday, and each day it gets easier and easier! It was great weather over here; warm but not too warm, with a great breeze that just cooled you off right away. I ran nice and easy, really slow, b/c my friend came with me. She isn't able to run much so I just jogged along side her as she walked with me. It was really good.
I was sick Monday; I just felt physically run down and tired. I think it was from all of the strenuous yard work we did over the weekend, and from forgetting to eat and keep hydrated. I know, I know, you are asking "How can you "forget" to eat???" :confused3 My fiance doesn't understand it either, but its very strange...when I get involved in something big, like yard work, I can easily get side tracked and before I know it, its dinner time and I haven't even eaten lunch, which is SO Bad, I know!! :scared: Combine that with not enough fluid intake and I was hurting on Monday! :guilty: It was terrible. But yesterday I felt so much better and today I feel great! Now that I'm seriously in training for this half marathon, I am going to make sure to keep hydrated and nourished, I promise!

Tonight I'm meeting my friend down by the water and we're going to go for a jog down there. I LOVE the beach! The breeze should be fabulous for running tonight! I plan on getting another 3 miles in, and then possibly popping in my pilates tapes when I get home and seeing how that goes. and now... work. yuck:headache:

[lilouisianagal]

Angie: :donald::cheer2::dumbo::jumping1::cheer2::ccat: :cheer2::tigger: Here's the crowd cheering on your good decisions! :jumping2: :jumping3: :cheer2: :Pinkbounc :simba: :stitch: :cheer2: :goofy: :figment::cheer2: :mickeyjum
And a reminder to keep up good nutrition even as you are resting :mickeybar :drinking: :cake: popcorn:: :banana: :cutie:
I tend to be an all or none type of person too, so I know what it feels like.

[lilouisianagal]

Shan: :hug: tough news. :hug: Perhaps it had more to do with what you had as a base before you started training? How much had you done to build up before? Good luck. pixiedust:

Scott: Of course I'm sending some down...:angel: :rolleyes: I'm deciding whether to put it at the end or just tie it to a stick and dangle it in front of you cartoon-style! :rolleyes1

Betsy: I just open two tabs--one to read and one to reply on.

Amy: Yeah now I'm kinda afraid to eat them, though I love anything hot and spicy and I used to eat lots of them (out of a jar, on nachos, etc). Good decision on taking it easy on your joints. Better to be under than over trained (and injured). Go have some fun! And I second Betsy that you should sign up for the tri--they are fun. And you can do it!

Cam: oooo new toys are always fun! :dance3: 592 messages? :eek: Please tell me you have unlimited texting....

Debra: :rotfl: geee what a great sign for the future....please tell me that kid can't reproduce. :lmao: I just understood your flavor (it was only the ...third? time reading it!)--Imagine World Peace....that's cute. :idea:

Jeff: :rotfl: love the drivebys (drivebyes? drivebies? w.e.) And mmm that's some running motivation for me!

Vic: :rotfl:

Ang: Good job on your new intervals! One good (bad?) part about running and being more active is that you start noticing how your food fuels (or doesn't fuel) you. popcorn::

Carrie: Sadly I am under the same B&J's constraints as you :sad2: I'm glad you are being smart about your WOs. I've really got to get back into some yoga!

Good luck and have fun for all of y'all who are headed down to WDW!

:surfweb:

Yesterday I got a short strength train/swim in before coming back to make my baked brie for class. I was rather mad though because the dorm oven evidently doesn't cook evenly, because when I went to go check on it the front half was just getting lightly toasted, whereas the back half was black! At least I could just peel off a few layers and no one was the wiser. :rolleyes: Today is horseback riding and of course more school work...

[Calcio]

Cecilia

I hope the coming days go as well as possible for you and your Dad. We're thinking of you.

Vic

So who took that great picture of you at the races? Is that the man Marilyn married?

Debra

And gentlemen in England now a bed
Shall think themselves accurs'd they were not here,
And hold their manhoods cheap whiles any speaks
That fought with us upon Saint Crispin's Day.

That is as good as it gets. Whether from Kenneth or Sir Laurence.

Angie

Do take is easy Sunday. I know what you're capable of, but please don't inflict pain on your poor body.

Thanks for the flower and weather forecast Bill. Right now the only unknown for my 15K result is the heat and humidity. It looks like mid-60's at the start, will the humidity be in the 90's? I recall sunrise is about 30 minutes after the start, so hopefully I'll be pretty far along the course before the heat really fires up.

I'll see many of you Saturday and early Sunday.

Craig

[wtpclc]

Craig - Doesn't look pretty. Here's teh link to teh hourly weather. The stars shoudl be replaced by teh Acronym for Weather That's Forcasted

http://forecast.weather.gov/***/meteograms/Plotter.php?lat=28.11500&lon=-80.64010&wfo=MLB&zcode=FLZ047&gset=18&gdiff=3&tinfo=EY5&ahour=69&pcmd=1110111111110000000010000000000&lg=en

ANyway, looks like temps from 69 at start to 83 at 9 am and humidity from 87 to 76%. :rolleyes:

[MomofCKJ]

hear about your rental situation. When I moved down here I got very lucky... there's so much property on the market that it I was pretty spoiled for choice... even with a Newfoundland. Kevin :earsboy:

OT: You have a Newfoundland? I grew up with one, Napoleon, and then we had one when we were first married (well he was a half Newf/half Black lab, looked like a small 100 lb Newf) named Tucker.

What a fantastic breed they are, I love them! Have a pic to share?

Allyson

[Calcio]

Crap, Crap . . .

Thanks Carrie. I sort of figured. Last Sunday I had a really nice 7500 meter effort, comfortable and nearly effortless. Of course it was 48 degrees with the lightest occasional showers, perfect running weather.

If I implode at mile 7 will you scrape me up and drag me in?

Craig

[wtpclc]

Crap, Crap . . .

Thanks Carrie. I sort of figured. Last Sunday I had a really nice 7500 meter effort, comfortable and nearly effortless. Of course it was 48 degrees with the lightest occasional showers, perfect running weather.

If I implode at mile 7 will you scrape me up and drag me in?

Craig

You betcha Craig! May be a while before I catch up with you, though, as I will definetely be on Plan B!

[MomofCKJ]

TxAng--Way to go on W3! And so are you saying I should avoid cheese fries and Coke before a run? LOL! It sure sounds good, right up my alley! I'm addicted to Coke (the drink, it always sounds bad when you say that!) and now I have started keeping it in our extra fridge in the garage so if I want one I have to go all the way down there to get it. Trying to keep it at one a day. Anyway, I digress, and great that your DH is going to start running the program too! That is awesome!

Minnie Runners--All the best to you! I hope you have a fantastic weekend and race!

Shan--I posted to you on our Team Five thread but I am sorry about the no running for a month. I hope that you can do something else to pass the time and allow your body to heal up and get strong again.

I did W5 D1 today and I conquered it! I was pretty psyched but now D2 has me nervous. 8 minute runs!!! Don't laugh, in my 38 years I have NEVER run for 8 consective minutes. NEVER! Wish me luck on Friday!

Allyson

[andromedaslove]

Well... I was checking the weather for the Minnie this weekend. It's not good, but hey it's not a whole lot unlike the weather for the marathon the past two years!!:lmao:

WeatherChannel: Low 68
High 83
40% chance of Rain w/ Scattered Thunderstorms

Accuweather: Low 68
High 85
Partial Sunshine w/ a shower or thunderstorm possible

Local6.com: Lows in the Mid 60's
Highs in the Mid 80's
30% chance of rain
mostly cloudy with a chance of showers

I am not too worried about the rain, but the heat is gonna be a killer (again!). Make sure to bring your sunscreen, even with clouds you're gonna need it!

Dana

[andromedaslove]

I have figured it out!! I have spent the past 20 minutes trying to get off the computer and get some stuff done around the house, and couldn't for the life of me figure out why. Well, now I have. I am getting nervous/excited about this weekend!! For the marathon I guess I would call it "taper madness', but since I am not really "tapering" I guess it's just flat out nervousness!! So here I go again... I am going to try to leave the computer for a while. Go feed my kid, clean the house, mow the grass, etc. I'll let you know how it goes!! :lmao:

Dana

[solotraveler]

OT: You have a Newfoundland? I grew up with one, Napoleon, and then we had one when we were first married (well he was a half Newf/half Black lab, looked like a small 100 lb Newf) named Tucker.

What a fantastic breed they are, I love them! Have a pic to share?

Allyson

OK, this is my first time trying this, so if it doesn't work... my apologies.

I think Chance is a Newfie/Lab mix as well... either that or he's on the runty side.... anyhow...

Here he is... he's a rescue, so when it came time to move he got a little concerned...

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn154/solotraveler79/Chancer.jpg

Kevin :earsboy:

[MomofCKJ]

Awwwww, he is so cute! Reminds me of my Tucker! And I see he has the white patch on his chest, both of ours had that too!

I'm a sucker for a Newfie, thanks for sharing!

Allyson :)

[Hockeychic]

Wow, only Wed and I am way behing already.

Just popping in to wish all the Minners' safe travels and hope you all have a awesome time!!!
Kim

[postesf]

Ok folks. How many men here say, "I baby sat my kid...this weekend/last night"...whatever? Can I just say that you do NOT babysit YOUR OWN offspring. Quick story... One of my previous boss's decided one day to say that he babsat his son the night before. I said, "no, you can't babysit your own child." He said, "well then, what would you call it?" Me, "Parenting!" lol! I actually had to look up the definition in the dictionary to show him that it says "to take charge of a child while the parents are temporarily away" (Dictionary.com)

I heard an guy in the office say this morning that he babsat his daughter last night and it just reminded me of this... Thought I'd share.

OK...

Bill...You went to Disney over the weekend. Jealous!!!

Cam...Good for you getting the gym last night! I hope your taco bell was good!

Ang...Cheese fries. OMG! I LOVE Cheese fries. I wonder where I can get those for lunch. Hmmm Glad your DH is starting back on the C25k!

Kevin...Too bad you're gonna miss the 15K. I was looking forward to meeting you. WTO. Boo! I don't know you, but miss you anyway! :goodvibes

Allyson..W5D1! Great job!!! I remember thinking the same thing... You want me to run 8 minutes!!! You must be out of your mind! I did it though. You can too!

For me...Other than explaining to men that you "parent" your children and do not baby sit them...:goodvibes ... things are good. I'd be better if my eye2eye shirts were in. Only because I ordered them for family and they are waiting for them for this weekend. It will be very disapointing if they don't arrive on time. :sad1:

I am starving and now Ang has me wanting Cheese Fries! lol!

Only 1 more day before we leave! I can hardly stand it. I work tomorrow (I'll get nothing done!) and then we fly out Friday for WDW!!! Yay!

Everyone else coming to the MINNIE...TRAVEL SAFE!!! See you soon! Everyone else... Try not to miss us too much. I know it will be hard! :upsidedow You'll be with us in spirit!!! :lovestruc

Have a great day you guys!!! Oh, and no Ben and Jerry's for me. I don't think we have those around here. Too bad!

Stacie

[postesf]

OK, this is my first time trying this, so if it doesn't work... my apologies.

I think Chance is a Newfie/Lab mix as well... either that or he's on the runty side.... anyhow...

Here he is... he's a rescue, so when it came time to move he got a little concerned...

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn154/solotraveler79/Chancer.jpg

Kevin :earsboy:


Yay Kevin! Technological Progress for you today! :thumbsup2 :goodvibes

He's a very pretty dog!

Stacie

[Honeibee]

Greetings Racing Team -

The road to the Minnie is paved with good intentions. :rolleyes: I turned off the alarm this morning. Alrighty then.

Totally OT but remember last week, my funny about the gas price being $3.59? Today is was $3.87. Not so funny.:headache: That was mighty quick.

Anybody seen Helen? Where's our littlegreydonkey??? :confused3

I would also just like to say that for the second year in a row...I'm missing Davy Jones do his Flower Power concert by two stinking days! Grrrrr!

Shan - :hug: Oh girl...:hug:

OriginalBill - Yeah, um, that foam roller video had been confiscated....:rolleyes1 Ohh sorry we have the pink eye thing going on again.

Cam - OMG is there such a thing as "text messaging thumbs"? :eek: Sounds like sprain in the works to me.

Vic - Ahh yes...NASCAR fans..... and you say I'm not right???:upsidedow

Kevin - It's Fleet Week there? :eek: How long does it last??? I don't leave until Saturday morning! I'm calling the Solotraveler Resort and telling them their scheduling stinks. :headache: Aren't you already registered for the 15K? Grrrrr. Oh Chance is beautiful! Is he in the moving truck? Is that how he got to Florida?!?! :scared:

OK, I will now spend the rest of the day pretending I am concentrating on work.:surfweb: Yeah, right! :yay:

[Jen117]

Craig - If Carrie needs help, I can grab your other leg and pull!!!

[postesf]

Greetings Racing Team -

Totally OT but remember last week, my funny about the gas price being $3.59? Today is was $3.87. Not so funny.:headache: That was mighty quick.



Wow Judy! That is HIGH gas prices! I cannot believe how quickly the price has increased. We're still around $3.55-$3.60...For now anyway.

Stacie

[postesf]

Wow. Did I scare everyone away??? HHHEEEELLLLOOOO out there! :goodvibes

[MouseDogMom]

Debra - You totally crack me up! Thank you for the smile! I really needed it after I saw DS14's cell phone bill -- how the HECK does someone send 592 text messages in one month? :headache:



Apparently if you're 14, or 17 for that matter, it's not at all difficult! :lmao: Didn't bother me when her boyfriend was with Verizon, but the new one isn't, so they're not free any more...


OK so did not find foam roller tonight, but did not work out and did stretch so far, so good!!!!

YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!! :love:

:cool1: :cool1: :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :worship: :worship:

Kevin - Actually haven't watched this week's episode yet. Am afraid to look in the DVR - our power went off multiple times between 10 & 11 Sunday night, and I have no idea how much actually recorded! LOVE the picture of Chance.

Judy - Last night DD was following me home, and she calls me to say that she's totally freaked out that gas is almost $4.00. Yep, it's $3.59! Needless to say, I cracked up!

No training to report - unplanned trip to the doctor with DD17 yesterday (along with a 30 minute evacuation for the fire alarm while at the doc's office), marching band meeting last night, migraine today, "Riverdance" tonight. There's been a 12 mile bike ride on the schedule since yesterday morning, but Monday's rest day keeps getting longer and longer.

REMINDER: Baskin-Robbins 31 cent scoop night 5:00-10:00pm tonight

Jackie

[deekaypee]

Tons of posts recently are cracking me up. You're all so witty--or I'm on something. Take your pick!

Shan: Life's a series of checks and balances, right? So Lean Cuisine seems to b a fair trade-off for the ice-cream cone. Maybe not as tasty, but whatever it takes to greenlight the sweet treat.

Aloha Jeff: Here's a quote for you, one that was sent to me by a famly friend in honor of my 40th birthday: The great thing about getting older is that you don't lose all the other ages you've been.
-- Madeleine L'Engle

Thanks for the heads-up on free WiFi. Now I know we can expect to hear from Scott with hourly updates. Oh, and your running group really earned your Ben and Jerry's. The flavor?

Angie: I'm just imagining my fellow WISHers chasing after you with a rolled-up piece of paper, trying to tap you on the nose! :rotfl2: Yeah, I think you better rest & take it slow!

Cam: 592 texts in a month? I can barely remember to carry my phone with me! :confused: WTG with the double-dipping on the exercise AND for completing W2D2! I'm not hearing a big thumbs-up for TAB as a sports drink, though!

Vic: FLBill is looking goooood. :rotfl2: Although I'm not quite sure it wasn't you who enjoyed one too many Buds with your Talladega buds.

NE Pats Bill: As to **Original Bill**, at least it looks like he brought an ID with him for a change. Of course, if that's similar to his running attire, no wonder police are stopping him at 4:00 AM and on college campuses. How could I forget about that one?! :rotfl2: Maybe it's all the drink, and Vic's filter won't tolerate me either.

FL Bill: So...are the giant M & Ms edible. Just curious....:rolleyes1
(I hope the family gets healthy, all at the same time, soon.)

TXAng: Sure, laugh at the tragic victim. That's what I'm here for. :confused3 ;) Speaking of laughing, this made me snort (not attractive, but hey, it's an honest laugh):

Notes from the "well, duh" chronicles: cheese fries and Coke are not the pre-workout meal of champions.

I'm also glad to hear that there's a little healthy competition between you and DH. Of course, WE know you're the runner in the family. He'll just have to try and catch up. :goodvibes

Liz: I promise to eat some Ben & Jerry's on your behalf sometime in the near future. (And Mickey bars are better than Ben & Jerry's anyway. :mickeybar )Have a great time at the Minnie!

Frank: You, an a$$? Not seeing it. It looks like I'll be moving into a neighborhood with lots of college students, young professionals, and academics, so it's kind of like I'll be living next to you! I WISH. You could teach me the ins and outs of Italian wine/soccer, let alone unplanned naps. Ahhh, makes me want to pay less attention to EPL. Oh, and this: Second, in Italy EVERYTING goes with wine and EVERYTHING goes with soccer…case in point, the owner of A.C. Milan is now Prime Minister…again. :rotfl2:

And if you could, talk to me a little bit about Zinc-Oxide and blisters. I'm very prone to them, and I haven't tried this solution yet.

MSDave: And what was your free scoop flavor, you ice-cream instigator you?

Carrie: Whew. For a minute there you had me worried. I thought you'd actually turn down free ice cream. Tell you what. When we meet IRL, I'm buying you a cone just to make up for the fact you missed the B & J Day. (And yes, orange WISH shirts. I don't think the lime green is vibrant enough.) So happy to hear the yoga helped and that you're going to be well-rested & not hurting for race day (regardless of whether you run tonight). You can always go through a couple of Chi drills, too.

Kevin: All About ME!! :lmao: Hey, that's something I say! (Not the same context, though.) Looks like I'm going to have to do some serious speed work to match your slowed-down pace. You'll hold up for me, right? ALL the scenery on your run sounds great--besides the men in uniform, what did you like about the route? Did it have a nice breeze to offset the heat? Have a great weekend--it sounds like it's going to be filled with friends. :cloud9:

Oh, and Chance is sleek. What a shine on that coat.

CB Michelle: Oh, the hydration thing is such a big deal. If I were to channel Cecilia (and I'm a poor substitute for her experience and wisdom), she would say that's one of the first things to consider if you're feeling fatiqued and sort. So I'm sure that had an effect. And don't forget to fuel. (I think runner's legs are sexy, no matter who they're on!)

Huh. I wouldn't have thought DVD could smell of smoke (not a smoker). I learn something new every day here on the DIS.

Claire: You? You of 1000 smilies? An all or nothing type of person? Wouldn't have guessed? :rolleyes1 :rotfl2: But hey, when you do so many things so well...I'll add horseback riding the list. As for the third-free-scoop today kid, you should see how many free samples people can consume at our local Paneras. Why buy the whole cinnamon roll when you can just eat 20 or so 1 inch squares? (They'd love the burnt part of the brie, too, if it were free.)

Craig: *Sigh* :cloud9: Sir Laurence. He and Kenny could hash it out in a Celebrity Deathmatch, and I'd be happy if either one won. (I probably just ruined all my lit cred. with that statement.) I might think myself accursed in a couple of days, seeing as I'll be absent from the festivities. I'm sure you'll be one of the many "men" of honor at the Minnie. Good luck and good hunting that PR. Even if the weather is a tough foe.

Allyson: I didn't know you were a dog lover! :yay: WTG with W5D1. I knew you could do it--it doesn't look that scary anymore, does it? Good luck on Friday, but I don't think you need it. You're running!!!!

Dana: Good luck--I'm going to cross my fingers for some unseasonable cold weather with cloud cover for you all. If it's "taper madness" without the taper, aren't you just left with....um....never mind. :rolleyes1 :rotfl:

Kim: How's C25K coming???

Stacie: Cheese fries? Who said cheese fries? Remember, you have to earn them by doing, oh, a race or something. I wonder when you'll have time...

Judy: The road to the Minnie is paved with good intentions. I turned off the alarm this morning. Alrighty then. Alrighty then? Hah! What's not so funny--you're right, the gas prices. They're seriously going to curtail our summer traveling plans. I'm sorry you're missing Davy Jones--maybe Kevin will serenade the women?

Jen: That's you, always willing to lend a helping hand. And if Craig implodes, there might be a shovel involved.

As for me: For once, a post that's not all about me. Nothing quite so exciting as the Minnie in my life. Just a quick WO this morning, with some extra biking miles to dedicate to Cecilia this weekend & the SuperGoofs. For those who don't know, Cecilia (Cruella de mom) will be spending time with her dad, who's at Johns Hopkins undergoing chemo, and understandably will not be logging miles for the Team Challenge for the next couple of weeks. She's asked for a substitute for the challenge while she's doing far more important things.

Anyway, I'm egregiously stealing PrincessRunner Lisa's idea, and donating some miles to her--just to let her know I'm thinking of her. I'd ask those of you who feel comfortable doing so to consider donating some of your miles too.

[andromedaslove]

Don't worry... I'm still here. I can't seem to tear myself away for long. Although I did spend about an hour doing yard work today!! I guess that's better than nothing when I didn't want to leave the computer at all. I also succeeded in taking a shower. We are supposed to meet the in-laws for dinner at 6, and I haven't even convinced myself to start getting dressed yet. Goodness, how am I gonna get through the next 2 days?! :scared1:

Dana

[keenercam]

Jackie – Tell DD that one of the qualifications for all future boyfriends is unlimited texts & cell minutes!

Stacie – I was worried for a while there that you’d murdered the thread. I think everyone got busy for a while! LOL!

Kevin – Chance is absolutely precious!

Debra – I must speak up in defense of the TAB energy drink. I like how it tastes and it really did boost my energy level. I found myself chattering away on the TM, caught myself sounding like a magpie and then realized it was the TAB! LOL! But it couldn’t do anything for my sore muscles. Actually, I must confess. My family doctor and the head of my former cardiology team asked me to PLEASE not use anything like that because no one wants to take a chance on a spark reigniting the heart situation, but it had been more than a year since I’d had one and thought I’d give it a try. Remarkably, my heart rate on the TM was really right where it should be! :woohoo: Oh, and what a DARLING you are to donate miles to Cecilia. :hug:

Dana – Right with you sweetie! Hope your dinner is wonderful!


Oh, and how outrageous is this? Gas was $3.759 when I filled my car last night. Last I figured it out, Howard and I are spending nearly $500/month on gas right now. :eek: :mad: :scared:

[angietuck2]

:banana: GOOD EVENING TEAM!!

Wow this resting thing STINKS!!!!!! So on top of my back/knee pain I have the WORST fever blister I have EVER gotten. and I have some bad ones. For those of you out there thinking fever blister - big deal this is bad, literally my whole top lip is swollen (very embarrasing at my new job)

On the positive side; I JUST BOUGHT MY DISPOSABLE CAMERA for my princess pictures. And I got snacks and gatorade and toys for my kids to terrorize everyone at Coranado's pool all weekend. :woohoo: DOES ANYONE HERE LOVE DISNEY AS MUCH AS ME?????

So not to scare anyone but supposed to be 88 here Friday :scared1:

Can't wait to see you guys. By the way, I bought a really cute running princess shirt marathon weekend and I was thinking about wearing it for 5k but wouldn't that be kind of dumb to wear that when I am walking with my mom? Just wondering?? :confused3

[angietuck2]

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Oh, and how outrageous is this? Gas was $3.759 when I filled my car last night. Last I figured it out, Howard and I are spending nearly $500/month on gas right now. :eek: :mad: :scared:

I know it's horrible isn't it??? Because of how far I drive to work, that is how much I spend by myself and then Bobby spends even more in his gas guzzling big old pick up!!!

[dsnyfan21]

Hi all...
Forgot to post my walk from yesterday. I went Mt. Trashmore. As I pulled up to the parking area and reached into my bag......I realized I forgot my GARMI!!! Ugh, I have a hard time functioning without it. I guessed a route that was about 3 miles and didn't really focus on time, just did my trash hills! HAHA.

Debra and Scott: Is LOST on this week??

Aloha Jeff: Just wanted to show you some pics:
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j286/dsnyfan/runmickey1.jpghttp://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j286/dsnyfan/runmickey2.jpg
Does it look good?? (Did you notice my license plate??) Thanks, I love it.

SOLOTraveler (neighbor) Hey I guess I won't get to meet you this weekend. I am leaving Friday morning and coming back Sunday evening - have to work Monday. Too bad I won't get to meet you in Orlando. (even though you live in the same county). I love the photo of your dog, he's beautiful. Here is my little one.
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j286/dsnyfan/Image002a-1-1.jpg

I have a 4 miler scheduled for tomorrow night and then nothing until Sunday's 15K. Getting alittle anxious here.... ugh!!

[TXAng]

Frank – Zinc oxide for blisters? More details, please! Does that mean that I can steal some of the baby’s diaper rash cream if I get blisters? I’m pretty sure that’s made of zinc oxide.

Aloha Jeff – Ice cream at the end of a run. Perfect!

Carrie – You could have done what I did – go to the grocery store and get a pint of B & J’s. You shouldn’t get left out of the ice cream fun just because you don’t have one there!

CB Michelle – Sorry you were feeling under the weather on Monday. I wish I could forget to eat sometimes, even though I know it’s not good to do so. Glad you’re feeling better! Also, you are going to post a photo of the dress once you’ve decided for sure, right? :)

Claire – Bummer about the brie – but I bet it was tasty anyway! How’s the horseback riding going? Less sore?

Allyson – Soda is my biggest weakness. I’ve tried SO many times to kick the habit, but always end up going back to it. Good luck with your 8-minute runs – I’m sure you’ll do great!

Solo Kevin – Aww, what a sweet dog!

Stacie – Yup, it’s called parenting, not babysitting. That’s one of my pet peeves! Did you get some cheese fries, or were you able to resist the urge? Cheese fries (heck, anything covered in cheese) are my second biggest weakness – right after soda!

Debra – I laugh at you, you snort at me – sounds like a pretty fair trade off to me! I think that’s awesome that you’re donating miles to Cecilia.

Cam – Holy cow, that’s some expensive fuel. Ours is sitting right at $3.50 right now. Well, at least it was this afternoon – who knows, it could have gone up again over the past couple hours. :rolleyes:

Angie – Glad to hear that you’re actually RESTING. I think your running princess shirt sounds cute – why not wear it to walk the 5K?

Tracy – Amazing how we get hooked on our technological gadgets to go running, isn’t it? Super cute little dog!

Me - Eh, a big fat nothing for me today. I had a grand plan to actually inflate the exercise ball that's been sitting in a box since the baby was 6 weeks old. There it sits, still in the box. Can't imagine why I still look pregnant, what with my total lack of core workouts! :sad2:

Going for W3D2 tomorrow!

[mkymsehi]

Aloha Jeff: Just wanted to show you some pics:
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j286/dsnyfan/runmickey1.jpghttp://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j286/dsnyfan/runmickey2.jpg
Does it look good?? (Did you notice my license plate??) Thanks, I love it.



Holy smokes, that got there FAST! 5 days and it's already on the car. Looks great on your car! Is Mickey sweating because the dog is chasing him?

I'm just about to put in for my new plates. The Princesses have to vote on their favorite. Will post soon what I end up with for the truck.:rotfl2: (I just reserved "MKYFAN" for my ride.):cool1:

Since someone already stole my "MKYMSE"

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/img_0028.jpg

[Cruella de mom]

Just poking my head in to say thanks for the thoughts and hugs. I hope all the Minnie Runners have an awesome race. I can't wait to read all about it.

I was the local hero today since all the doctors and nurses here know about me and many have donated to my races in the past. That was fun, especially telling them about Goofy. But let me tell you, These people know all about endurance.

When you are standing there, ready for the race to start, take a moment and soak it in. Be grateful that you are there. Its as good a place to be as the finish line.

Cecilia

[MiaBanda]

Tracy & Aloha Jeff - Where did you find the awesome window decal? I need one too!

All Minnie Racers - I am so jealous! But I will be thinking of everyone and cheering you on! :cheer2: :yay: :cool1: Have a great time!

I did my own little version of a tri tonight. 35 min swim, 8 mile bike ride, 5k run/walk.:banana: I say that now, but I sure the reaction tomorrow will be more of :sad2:

[keenercam]

Cecilia -- Sending you a huge hug, sweetie! :hug: And truckloads of pixiedust: and prayers!

Not much new here except that at this time tomorrow I'll be at the airport. I am having horrible allergy symptoms and was up all night. Trying to figure out how to be in the best possible condition to fly tomorrow considering all this congestion. I've never fully regained hearing in my left ear from my mid-March flight to Denver and all the ear problems I had subsequent to that, so I am pretty nervous about flying congested and with the continued fluid in my middle ear.

Off to the gym in a while for W3D3 of C25k. Will be glad to have that behind me. Then on to a weight watchers meeting where I'll freak out about gaining 2 pounds this week, notwithstanding more than 10 hours of working out. Somehow, I don' t think the leader will "get" tapering and carb loading. :laughing: I think I'm skewing our meeting numbers, and yet I just bought a size smaller in pants. The scale really should be going down instead of up, right? :confused3

[Mouse Skywalker]

Greetings Team: I have training to report! OK, I did run 4 miles on Monday, but yesterday I did 4.5 miles in 40:53 min/9:04 mpm pace. I'm trying to get back on track with my training.

Tracy- I'd love to know where you got that running Mickey window decal too. I'd love to have one for my car as well...

Cecilia- I'm sorry I don't know what's up with you. I hope everything is OK. Do you mind sharing again? Feel free to send a PM if it's easier. All my best.

Debra- Free scoop was, Coconut Almond Fudge (or something like that), it was good. Not a flavor I would normally get, but I decided to get something different since it was free. Yum!

[Space Ranger]

Cecilia -- Sending you a huge hug, sweetie! :hug: And truckloads of pixiedust: and prayers!

Not much new here except that at this time tomorrow I'll be at the airport. I am having horrible allergy symptoms and was up all night. Trying to figure out how to be in the best possible condition to fly tomorrow considering all this congestion. I've never fully regained hearing in my left ear from my mid-March flight to Denver and all the ear problems I had subsequent to that, so I am pretty nervous about flying congested and with the continued fluid in my middle ear.

Off to the gym in a while for W3D3 of C25k. Will be glad to have that behind me. Then on to a weight watchers meeting where I'll freak out about gaining 2 pounds this week, notwithstanding more than 10 hours of working out. Somehow, I don' t think the leader will "get" tapering and carb loading. :laughing: I think I'm skewing our meeting numbers, and yet I just bought a size smaller in pants. The scale really should be going down instead of up, right? :confused3

Hey Cam,

How are you doing?

Are you guys on Southwest 7:00 am flight out of Philly? That is the flight Karen & I and on. Maybe we'll see you there.

Later,
John

[solotraveler]

Good Morning All!!

Potessf-- Shucks...seems I'll be missing loads of folks this weekend. Well there's always marathon weekend!

Judy-- Fleet Week runs through Sunday... though I haven't seen many sailors in town. But absolutely... please PLEASE call my GM and complain about the occupancy load and scheduling.... wait, that's me. Never mind.

Judy Part Two-- Yes, that's Chance in the moving truck... and no, he did not get to Florida that way!!! Chance got a little.... "strange" as I packed up to move. His previous owners had to move and give him up when he was 10 months old, so I'm guessing with all the packing and moving he got a little concerned... so it got to the point where he would not let me out of his sight and then sometimes, plant himself in the truck.

Deekeypee-- Sleek!?!?! Not a chance!! But the route was very very nice. It follows the beach the whole way, so there's tons to look at and it goes by really quickly. I was lucky the other day since it was overcast, but usually it's several degrees cooler out at the beach then it is just a couple miles inland.... so I think I've found my FTL running route.

Cam-- Nice to see you!! Precious yes... also, dumb as a sack of hammers sometimes... See you Sunday!!!

Tracy-- Darn, I'm going to miss you too! I'm sure they'll be another Disney race to meet at soon! By the way, they just released the date of next year's A1A.... I was all set not to do it, then I saw the picture of the medal you posted... I'm torn. Especially since I officially become an "old man" the day of the race.... :guilty:

All about ME!!!-- No running to report yesterday. I was dead tired after MMA class (nothing like getting shoved up against a cage several times to tucker you out...), so I just bagged my short run. Still feeling pretty sore this morning, which I'm hoping clears up before my evening run....

Safe travels for all those leaving for Minnie today! Hope to see lots of you Sunday evening!

Kevin :earsboy:

[gatorphipps]

Hey guys! I just wanted to post this race report from a friend. I know it is long and I know there is a thread for the RRs...but it is worth reading and not everyone goes to that thread.
Josh (a fast friend) is an awesome runner...he has also done IM events. I sometimes start to believe I am a fast runner, then I read something like this and it puts me in my place. I think his effort at Boston is worth reading....Enjoy!

Boston 2008

Introduction

It’s been a long time coming, but after a seven-year absence, I found myself in Boston for the 112th edition of their “little” running event. Why this year in particular? It seemed like a good idea just over a year ago when, as a Charlotte resident, a couple of running buddies were thinking along the same lines. It would be the 10th anniversary of my first Boston Marathon, so good symmetry there. That, and my previous running in 2001 did not go as well as I would have liked it to. I ended up with a 3:04:20, a PR at the time, but those hills did get the best of me. I was hoping not to repeat the same experience.

Training

I started to ramp up the miles back in December, just as the weather here in Boise started to turn less than desirable for long distance running. Granted, it was never really all that cold, but we certainly did get our share of precipitation. But I can say I was consistent in my mileage, even breaking into the mid 50 miles per week on a regular basis. My schedule was pretty well set with a Sunday long run, Tuesday speed/strength session (hills, tempo, and track work), Wednesday easy, Thursday double (morning hills, evening easy), and Saturday trail run. I also worked in three days of swimming per week and the occasional weight workout. The mileage portion of the training schedule was a little heavier than previous strong efforts, but not significantly so. I was able to handle much of it pretty well, avoiding any significant injuries or lapses in time on my feet. I can thank some of the folks around here for the motivation on those cold morning hill repeats.

The Goal

I was certainly hoping for a strong showing in Boston, much like the other 22,000 folks who would toe the line on that mid-April day. I didn’t run many races in the winter or spring, but I was able to run a fairly challenging half marathon near Chicago five weeks prior to race day to gauge my fitness. Ironically enough, this race was my first half marathon 14 years ago and was also part of my racing schedule in 2001 for my last Boston attempt. I ended up running 1:20:22 with a not quite all out effort, my second fastest half marathon ever. This was a good sign, proof that those hard Tuesday morning efforts were paying dividends.

I had my goal set on 2:50 as a “reachable” target. I felt 2:48 could happen on a good day, while 2:46 was possible if I was hitting all cylinders (and possibly a significant tail wind at the same time). Having run 2:52:15 in Myrtle Beach in February 2007, I didn’t feel any of these were out of the realm of possibility (though that 2:46 would be a tough one to reach).

The Trip - Friday

Boston is such a tremendously historic city; I felt like John Adams or Paul Revere could be sipping a pint of ale in any local brewpub I might happen to walk into. Still, Logan Airport is not the cheapest place to fly into, particularly if you are coming from across the country. So I flew into Providence, RI instead, a slightly grittier, if not also historic city an hour to the south by commuter rail. The Providence Biltmore is where I stayed Friday night, an historic hotel (built in 1922) right in the heart of downtown. After a short swim at the local YMCA, I found some dinner at a local eatery and headed back to the hotel for a good night’s sleep. Or, considering the time difference, a rather fitful sleep.

The Trip - Saturday

A short run on Saturday morning brought me by Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design (affectionately known as RISD). Brown certainly is your prototypical Ivy League campus, with large old buildings surrounding a tree-shrouded quad. It was a mere three miles, but it felt good to get out and stretch the legs a bit.

A short hour train ride on the commuter rail version of the famed Boston “T” brought me into Boston, where I met up with Mr. Scott Woodbury. He flew in from Charlotte and was able to squeeze in a couple miles before we headed out for some lunch and packet pickup at the Hynes Convention Center. What a madhouse! The 2001 version of the marathon had a mere 13,000 finishers; the 2008 version would have closer to 25,000. I’m not one for crowds (neither is Scott) so we made haste, acquired the necessaries (for Scott, that included the “necessary” Boston Marathon jacket) and made our way back to the hotel after a brief stop at the conveniently located Trader Joe’s right across the street.

Mr. Pete Kaplan was at the hotel upon our return, his flight from Charlotte right on time. Pete is a veteran of nearly 60 marathons and quite a few ultras with a marathon PR somewhere in the 2:28 range. One of his claims to fame (as if a 2:28 marathon isn’t enough) is that he says he has photographic proof that Rosie Ruiz’s infamous 1980 Boston Marathon “win” is indeed the hoax everyone knows about (except Rosie Ruiz, who to this day claims she is the rightful winner). While Pete is a bit removed from his fastest times, he is still someone I look to in awe for thirty years of very fast marathon times.

The Trip - Sunday

I woke up relatively early on Sunday for an easy two plus mile run (with a few 15 second pick-ups) around the Boston Common and Public Garden. Everything was set up for the Women’s Olympic Marathon Trials to be held that morning on a 6+mile loop course through Boston and Cambridge. We found a spot where we were able to see the leaders at least ten times through the course of the race and watched Deena Kastor catch Magdelena Levy, the leader for most of the day, and be the first qualifier for Beijing. It was a great day for racing, though a tad on the windy side, and a thoroughly worthwhile way to spend the morning.

After a nice lunch, we returned to the hotel to relax a bit after all the walking we had done that morning. Pete and Scott wanted to get a couple of easy miles in while I wanted to visit the former site of Braves Stadium, home of the Boston Braves until they moved to Milwaukee after the 1952 season. It is located on the Boston University campus, an easy streetcar ride on the Green Line. While the field no longer exists, certain elements were kept when Boston University build a soccer field around the old field. Some of the structures of the old right field bleachers still remain, as does the old ticket office, which now appears to be office space for the university.

No trip to Boston is complete (at least if you’re a runner) without a trip to the North End for some fine Italian cuisine. There was one major difference between this trip and the one seven years ago; the trip via subway seemed, well, different, as if something were missing. I then realized: where park and open space now exists used to be a hulking mass of expressway affectionately known as the Central Artery, or Interstate 93. The result of the “Big Dig”, this controversial $14 billion project created a tunnel underneath Boston to carry more than 150,000 vehicles per day. As a transportation engineer, I can certainly appreciate the complexity of such a project, even one that cost far more than anticipated and took a good deal more time to complete. On face value, however, from a pure design standpoint, the result is nothing short of astonishing in how it transforms the city.

After dinner and the obligatory bakery stop, it was back to the hotel for an early night and an attempt at a good night’s sleep.

The Trip – Monday (Race Day!)

Pete’s alarm rang about 5:30 am; mine sounded a few minutes later. Aroused from a decent night’s sleep, I dressed in the requisite “waiting attire”, ate some breakfast (granola, a banana, part of a bagel, and a surprisingly decent cup of coffee from the Flavia machine in the hotel lobby) and headed off to the meet the buses for the trip to the starting line. Scott found a decent hotel at a decent price (Chandler Inn), a six-block walk to the buses and a mere five blocks from the finish line. This made race day logistics a cakewalk.

At my previous Boston attempt in 2001, there were approximately 13,000 entrants. This year, that number would be closer to 25,000 entrants (with nearly 22,000 finishers). The folks running the show have 111 years of history to not only uphold, but also supplement according to the laws of accommodating hoards of anxious runners. Needless to say, they have this down to a science. A few changes have been made since my last running. First, the race now has two waves (not including the elite women’s race, wheelchair competitors, and physically challenged athletes). Second, the first of those waves now starts at 10 am, the second at 10:30 am. I like this change, it substantially truncates the amount of time one must spend in the mass of humanity waiting at the “Athlete’s Village” near Hopkinton high school. It also allows runners to avoid most of the warmest of the warm days that do occur in Boston in the middle of April.

It was a long bus ride out to Hopkinton, not made any easier by the traffic jam created at the rather rural interstate exit off of I-495. By the time we arrived in Hopkinton a good hour and fifteen minutes after departure (not including the 20-30 minute wait to get on the bus), many runners had bladders that were fairly strained, to put it mildly. The woods near the bus drop off provided instant relief, until the local law enforcement arrived. Officer not-so-friendly didn’t exactly approve of the natural fertilizer (free of charge!) and took some names (or, in this case, numbers). Not exactly a good omen, but it sure beat standing in the port-o-john lines!

The earlier start meant that Scott, Pete and I didn’t have a whole lot of time to spare until we were herded to the start line. I made one more stop off for another nature call, wishing Scott and Pete a good journey to Boston (Scott would be in my starting corral, I would see him shortly). By 9:40 am, after dropping my finish line bag at the buses and a 0.7 mile walk to the start line, I entered Corral #1, right behind the truly elite athletes. My previous times here placed me in Corrals #3 and #4, so it was somewhat unique to be so far up in the queue with all of the truly fast people. The sun started to peak out from behind the clouds, though temperatures were very reasonable in the low 50s (they would stay there pretty much the entire run) with very little wind. So much for weather as an excuse for not running well…

A few minutes before the start, the elite athletes were led out in a line from their separate holding area. This included seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong (#100), whom I was barely able to catch a glimpse of. His goal was in the 2:45 range, close to mine, so I figured I might have a chance of seeing him on the course. This thought turned out to be more prophetic than I had planned.

A quick Air Force fly-over, the Star Spangled Banner, and at 10 am on the nose, the starting gun sounded and we were off on our way to Boston. We would pass through eight communities (Hopkinton, Ashland, Natick, Framingham, Wellesley, Newton, Brookline, and Boston) on our way and experience a 400-foot net drop in elevation, half of that coming in the first 3.5 miles. It is exceedingly difficult to restrain oneself from running too quickly in the first few miles on this course, as it has a way of coming back to haunt even the strongest and well-trained of runners.

Seemingly like a roller coaster, the first ¾ of a mile is very downhill, almost uncomfortably so. There is a slight rise before the one-mile marker, which I passed in 6:15, a little quick. Still mostly downhill, though not as steep as the first, mile two passes in 12:37, a little closer to the pace I hoped for. Though we are only 24 miles from the heart of Boston, Hopkinton and Ashland “feel” like quintessentially small New England towns, with Colonial style homes and cute as a button downtowns. Even at this early stage, spectators lined the streets. Even the local biker bar in Ashland had a cadre of well wishing men and women that just happened to be not-so-clean shaven (the men, mostly) and a bit on the burly side.

Mile three, still mostly downhill but starting to roll just a bit, passed in 19:00, 5K in 19:42. Beyond this point, I don’t really have exact numbers for my mile splits, as I was wearing a heart rate monitor that didn’t have that capability. Some I remember, but I will need to refer to the BAA website for 5K splits when I need an exact number (minus the 11 seconds it took to cross the starting line). Right around mile four, I’m wondering when my legs will come around. The pace doesn’t feel like I’m straining, though I feel a little sore and more tired than I should be at this point in the race. I keep telling myself they will come around; it usually takes an hour for this to happen from previous experience. I try to back off the pace slightly, aiming for miles in the 6:25 range, which makes for 20-minute 5Ks. This would put me right at 2:50, maybe slightly under. A good thought, but it was still early.

Cruising through downtown Framingham, passing by the fairly historic train station (a time point in past races before the advent of mile markers), the 10K mark passes in 39:44. The free-for-all madness of the early miles settles down as the course flattens and rolls ever so slightly. I’m no longer being passed like I’m standing still, but I do feel like I’m falling into a nice rhythm. Only twenty more miles to go…

Past Framingham, on the road to the wall of sound that is Wellesley, 15K is reached in 59:43, and I’m feeling good; actually I’m feeling very good, the best I’ve felt all race. I say a quick word of caution to myself, knowing that these are the “danger” miles, where one can find a false sense of self and pace. I try and maintain my current effort, and ten miles pass in just under 1:04. I strike up a brief conversation with Chris Toepfer, a runner from Chicago (I recognized his “Universal Sole” singlet, a Chicago running store). Chris is a great runner; I remembered his name from previous race results from way back in the day growing up in the area. Some quick post-race checking shows that he has run a 2:38 marathon as recently as two years ago (he’s in his mid 40s), so I’m not sure what he’s doing running back here. He was struggling a bit and dropped back around 11K, but it was good to talk with someone from the “home land”.

You don’t need a “Now Entering: Wellesley” sign as a reference to your progress on Patriots’ Day. You hear it, from up to a mile away. It is truly a “wall of sound”; you hear about it from previous race participants, you know it’s coming, but there isn’t much in the marathoning world that approaches it. For a good ½ mile, Wellesley College students line the road, four or five deep, providing a huge boost before you hit the 20K mark (passed in 1:19:30). Ears still ringing (not an exaggeration), I barely noticed that half of the race was behind me, 1:23:51 after I had started (somehow, my chip didn’t register across the mat). Under 1:24 was my goal, so things were going to plan up until now.

Looking at the course profile, one can’t help but be reminded that the lowest elevation before the finish in Boston is near the 25K (1:39:21, a PR for that distance). There is a sharp downhill before crossing the Charles River; of course, when you cross a river, invariably you must go back up. This is the first of the “significant” hills entering Newton that no one tells you about. It’s not all that steep, but it is noticeable, a sign of things to come.

I’m still feeling pretty good, though not exactly “fresh”. I know my pace has held steady, still clicking off miles very near 6:30. Then, at about the 17.5-mile mark, you make the dreaded right turn where the race really begins. Stories abound of how race leaders make their move on the Newton hills, breaking their weaker competitors. In a race with a 111-year history, it’s not hard to find them. There are three hills of significance; all get your attention, though the second isn’t nearly as long or as steep as #1 or #3 (Heartbreak Hill). They arrive over a three plus mile stretch, and each is followed by a little flat or downhill reprieve. Once you get to mile 21, there are but five, mostly downhill miles to go into Boston.

The 30K mark is near the end of the first hill. I break the two hour mark (barely, at 1:59:51) which is also a PR for that distance, though I’m starting to realize and appreciate the efforts of the prior 18.6 miles. In other words, the pace is slowing. The next couple of miles are in the 6:40 range, and even though my pace is slowing, I’m not being passed by all that many folks. Mile 20 is very near the start of Heartbreak Hill, reached in just under 2:09. I came in with the thought that this would hurt a little at this point, so I was prepared for it, but getting past the crest of the hill would mean just 5+ miles to go, mostly flat and downhill. Mile 21 was my slowest of the day; I seem to recall near 7:10, mostly up the hill.

I thought once I crested Heartbreak Hill I would have sufficient reserves left over to bring it back to 6:30 pace or faster to the finish. This would get me the goal time of 2:50 I was seeking. It was a nice thought, though it didn’t quite happen as planned. Trying to get my legs to move much faster than about 6:50 pace was an exercise (no pun intended) in futility. My breathing was fine, but my legs were shot. 35K passed in 2:20:56, so I knew that my 20-minute per 5K pace was falling behind.

Even with four plus miles remaining, while your body is screaming “enough, already!”, it is pretty much a done deal that a finish is in the making. Truly, the mental marathon game is one that necessitates an open mind, where past experience becomes an enormous advantage. You’ve been here before, you will do this. A little slower than earlier in the day, but it will be done. I know there are cheering crowds as I pass by Boston College (drinks in hand…hey, is that water?) but I don’t really hear them.

I’m wearing my old Montreal Expos hat, an enormous advantage when I am seen on TV as Lance passes me just after mile 23. I must have passed him early in the race and didn’t even notice, though with the mass of humanity at the start, I’m not terribly surprised. He was in a group of about a dozen runners, though some may have been Lance’s “handlers”, to keep the riff raff away from him. I wasn’t too sure at that point, though I was hoping the curses I uttered under my breath as he passed didn’t show up on the live broadcast.

At 2:42:38 into the race, I pass 40K, just under a mile and a half to go, the Citgo sign in front of me, Fenway Park to my right. One mile to go; I need a 6:45 final mile to break 2:52. Under Massachusetts Avenue, right on Hereford, left on Boylston, and the finish is in sight. Gosh, it’s further than I remember, but no matter, enjoy the crowd. Mile 26 painted on the ground, the library, the Old South Church, and I’m there, finally, in 2:52:01 (by my watch), good enough for 543rd place (out of nearly 22,000 finishers). I see Scott; he’s run a great race, finishing in sub-2:48 fashion, though the hills took the same toll on him. Pete is just behind me in 2:55, same story. We grab our bags from the bus and head back to the hotel with stories to share.

Epilogue

Though I did not reach my goal of breaking 2:50, I still ran a PR by 14 seconds, and I just can’t be too upset at that. Still, I came into the race with reason to believe my training was there for a sub-2:50. I wonder what I could have done differently in my training to have skewed the odds a little more in my favor:

· I’m generally not a very good taperer, though this time I did cut my mileage appropriately while maintaining some “quality” in the final couple of weeks. I thought I did this well, I don’t see myself changing this aspect of training.
· Race day, logistically, also went well. No major stomach or GI issues, no unforeseen stops mid-race.
· More miles, or more quality miles? Maybe, though a snowy winter put a damper on a number of speed workouts I would have liked to have accomplished.
· Long runs? Those were definitely there, getting up to marathon distance twice and at least 3 other 20+ milers. I never felt like this was straining; I backed off when I felt like I needed to. I didn’t have any major (or minor) injuries nor did I have any lapses in training.
· Tempo/threshold runs? I think this is the key to my improvement. Marathon paced runs up to 15 or so miles, performed very three weeks or so, is one item of training I neglected. I may need to find additional training partners around here for runs like that; it’s hard to motivate yourself on one’s own.

I’m still confident there is room for improvement. Even though I am now 31 and have been running marathons for 12 years, the desire is still present to find a few more minutes to lop off that 2:52. Those minutes don’t get easier to lose the faster you get, but I’m willing to find out if it’s possible.

[Kristi1357]

Wow Christa - your friend is amazing! Thanks for sharing. I am so glad to hear the good news about your mom too. :hug:

[lilouisianagal]

Kevin:Chance is so cute!

Ang:Actually, I'm not really sore from horseback riding anymore. Guess I've broken in those muscles again!

:3dglasses

So yesterday was a light day. Horseback riding in the morning, a skate in the afternoon, and a short spell in the climbing gym.

I think I've found my favorite horse at the barn to ride. His name is Manny. He's a tall, bay (brown and black), thoroughbred gelding. He's about 8 and has been doing low jumpers (but could definitely go higher). He's "a lot of horse" (in the words of my instructor) and likes to go, but is polite and has a nice mouth. I was a bit out of my comfort zone yesterday but he was quite the gentleman!

I was super excited to go back to the climbing gym because on Monday I discovered that they had striped the bouldering wall and completely reset it. So now we are designing all new routes with the new holds!

Safe travels for all who are traveling to WDW!

[keenercam]

Hey Cam,

How are you doing?

Are you guys on Southwest 7:00 am flight out of Philly? That is the flight Karen & I and on. Maybe we'll see you there.

Later,
John

John - YES!!! OMG! I am so psyched! you guys are on that flight? :banana: I am thrilled! It will be so fun to see you and Karen at the airport. :grouphug: Did you print your boarding passes? Howard did mine for me this morning because I was at the gym :cool1: Geez, I LOVE that man! :lovestruc

Okay, today was W2D3 of C25k. I hadn't slept all night, but surprisingly, it just wasn't as bad as I'd feared, though I was glad I'd eaten something beforehand and had water with me. I am beginning to think that I just haven't been pushing myself enough. I dont' want to get overly confident because next week's intervals look pretty tough, but I'm actually excited about the challenge.

Kevin -- Looking forward to seeing you at Jellyrolls Sunday night. Howard will be there too. I am trying to remember what other "eye candy" will be around. :cloud9:

Christa -- your friend is amazing! Thank you for sharing that race report.

[wtpclc]

TXAng - WOo hoo! Glad to hear I'm not a sclaker. I inflated my ball! :rotfl:

Debra - ROTFL! Ghiardelli's? :-D Oh, I si WISH you were coming! BTW, safety orange has left permamnent mental scars on me. College T-giving break. WOods at Grandmas. FOrced to wear an orange Elmer Fudd. Please, anything but orange. :guilty: (ROTFL. I just wrote Elmer Fudge. WHere is my brain???)

Cecelia - Very true words. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :wizard: :wizard: Still praying fro your dad and your famliy. Will be thinkign of you Sunday!

Tracy - COol car!

Thanks of al the good WISHes! I WISH we could al lbe there!

[Honeibee]

Greetings Race Team -

Well, I'm pretty well packed. I asked the Minnie Gals if 16 tops was too much to take on a 7 day vacation and not one of them said no. :thumbsup2 So, there you have it.

Jackie - Oh that's funny! :laughing: Well, actually it's not. :headache: When will it stop!?? Grrrr!!

Debra - Yet again, I :worship: to the comprehensiveness of your posts!!

Cecilia - OMG girl...:hug: You are SO sweet!!

MSDave - Whooo hoooo! :woohoo: THAT fast and you haven't been doing much? Wow!

John (And Karen) - I'm totally jealous that Cam gets to be on a flight with you! :yay:

Kevin - Ohhh now, don't I feel special. :goodvibes I got TWO parts! Hee hee. What is MMA class and why were they shoving you up against a cage? :confused3 This sounds a little kinky to me. Oh poor Chance, he just didn't want you to give him away! What a good boy! (Chance, not you.) :rotfl:

Clair - Thoroughbreds! :thumbsup2

[postesf]

Judy...You can never carry too many clothes! lol!

So, If Official. I am flying out tomorrow. I printed my boarding passes this morning exactly at 9am! Yay! It's getting real now. If only I can get through work today!

I never did get cheese fries yesterday. I did get a cheese quesedilla. I think I spelled that wrong. Oh well.

All you other Minnie folks...Travel Safe!!!

Everyone else...Have a great weekend!
Stacie

[twoWDWfools]

Mmm, cheese fries. My one big indulgence at MK - chili cheese fries at Pecos Bills ... and a salad. Hey have to balance it out somehow! ;)

[ScoJo15]

Greetings from sunny Orlando!!

Made it to WDW yesterday...let's hope the weather stays the same for this weekend...it's high 70s, low 80s...cool breeze and almost zero humidity :goodvibes:

I hope everyone is doing well...we'll try to check back with everyone later...gotta go park hop!!

Have a great day everyone!

[wtpclc]

Scott - OK, you've been there a day and that's all we get? Where's teh link to your blog? :guilty: ;) Hope you're having fun!

[Cosi Bella]

Goooood morning everyone. I'm feeling a bit blue today :sad2: , ugh this wedding is becoming really stressful, why does planning a wedding always make one stressed out!?

OK on to better things!

CB Michelle: Oh, the hydration thing is such a big deal. If I were to channel Cecilia (and I'm a poor substitute for her experience and wisdom), she would say that's one of the first things to consider if you're feeling fatiqued and sort. So I'm sure that had an effect. And don't forget to fuel. (I think runner's legs are sexy, no matter who they're on!)

Huh. I wouldn't have thought DVD could smell of smoke (not a smoker). I learn something new every day here on the DIS.

Do you run with water or Gatorade on you so that you can keep hydrated while running, especially on longer runs? I feel a headache today, and I'm wondering if its b/c I only had half a bottle of Gatorade with me for my run yesterday. This is difficult! lol. I went down by the water and met my friend to jog down there, and drank my Gatorade afterwards, but it was only half a bottle. I'm wondering if I should carry one with me to keep hydrated... oh and keep it full too! that would help. :rotfl:

Yea the pilates tapes smelled horribly of smoke. :eek: I don't smoke either, (I can't imagine anyone here being a smoker... how can you run if you are a smoker!?) so I was really surprised :confused3. Airing the tapes out outside really helped! :thumbsup2

CB Michelle – Sorry you were feeling under the weather on Monday. I wish I could forget to eat sometimes, even though I know it’s not good to do so. Glad you’re feeling better! Also, you are going to post a photo of the dress once you’ve decided for sure, right? :)


Thanks! I keep going up and down with this cold. I feel horrible again today and am considering taking another rest day, but I'm feeling great, running wise! It keeps getting easier and easier and I don't want to take a rest day. I'm sure a lot of people are going to yell at me and tell me to take it easy, but I really want to go for a jog tonight!!!

I will absolutely post pictures of my dress when I figure out how to post pics here!!!. lol I have NO idea how to do that. I'm lucky I figured out how to put a pic in my signature... btw I forgot how I did that... no idea what so ever... lol... and believe me, sometimes I don't forget to eat, like last night after our run we went to the diner b/c we were STARVING! I got a turkey wrap, which was DELICIOUS!
Also, I have a big workout ball that is deflated in a box... somewhere in my house... waiting to be used! :rotfl: What is it about those things that is so undesirable!?

As for me, I have some GREAT news! My mom decided to run the half with me!!!!! she signed up last night with Anthony Travel! WOO HOO!:woohoo: I was so worried that I wouldn't' have someone to run with and would be running all 13.1 miles all by myself... which would have been a bit boring. Although given that we're in Disney, how bored can one be?? lol ALSO, my *almost* SIL might run in it too! SO GREAT! She is going to talk to my brother and see if he wants to make a trip down there in Jan.!

I ran 3 and walked another mile for a total of 4 yesterday. I'm really building up! BUT, it was SO CHILLY by the water last night, and I think since I'm not 100% over this cold I am feeling a bit down today again. This stinks. I need to get better! To run tonight... or to rest... that is the question...

Keep up the good work everyone and again, GOOD LUCK To all the Minnie runners out there! Can't wait to hear how everyone did!!:cheer2:

Michelle

[dsnyfan21]

Not sure if its my place to say, but I got the Mickey sticker from Aloha Jeff. Just PM him and see if he has anymore. I don't know if he did them or he got them from somewhere. Looks good. I also put a WISH racing team sticker on my car last night after I got home from work, washed and waxed it!! I think I get XT for that!!

[wtpclc]

CosiMichelle - FOr longer runs adn in the summer, we run with a fuel belt with Powerade in Water. A headache is a sign of dehydration. I can get nasty ones from that. You must be properly hydrated before teh run, too, to be at your best. HTH!

[lenshanem]

Oh, boy! I hope everyone in WDW (and those going) are having fun! :cool1:

Good luck this weekend guys! :thumbsup2


Just back from an awesome massage! I think I found my girl! She really worked my quads. She was great! :woohoo:

Scott, she was at Massage Envy by Town Center if you ever want to try her out - $39 for first visit! Can't beat that!

[angietuck2]

Greetings from sunny Orlando!!

Made it to WDW yesterday...let's hope the weather stays the same for this weekend...it's high 70s, low 80s...cool breeze and almost zero humidity :goodvibes:

I hope everyone is doing well...we'll try to check back with everyone later...gotta go park hop!!

Have a great day everyone!

With all my heart I hope they are wrong but they aren't not calliing for it to stay so "nice". Unfortunately supposed to get warmer and mcuh more humid. I was getting gas this am at 6 and it was soooo beautiful and cool and I kept thinking why can't this stay just 3 MORE DAYS!!!! :) Hope you guys are having a great time.

BTW - Tomorrow if you are at the pool and see a big guy with 2 little boys who have a WISH bag that's my fam. I will be at work :( - new job couldn't take off, but will be over around 5!!!

[FireDancer]

Kevin- The champion’s league games are on ESPN2 and EPSN Classic. The Euros this summer will also be on ESPN’s networks and ABC so I guess we can thank Disney for bringing us our fill of the beautiful game. There are also rumors that ESPN will be buying Setanta and if that happens I hope it will be easier to get.

Michelle- Good to hear the runs are getting easier. Don’t forget to get your fluids and fuel.

Debra- The EPL is probably the best soccer on Earth right now but Serie A is a lot of fun to watch. They definitely had an off year (then again, so did La Liga) but we’ll see how next year goes since it looks like Morinho will be in Italy or Spain next year. Now unplanned naps aren’t hard. Just stay up way too late and then the next day, sit down to watch something in a very comfortable chair…before you know it it is accidental nap time.:faint:

It’s great of you to step up for Cecilia, speaking of which…

Cecilia- Sorry to hear about your dad, I hope the chemo goes well and gets over as soon as possible. You are totally right about the start line too. I love the last couple of minutes before the start of a half.

Tracy- Very nice on the decals/license plate. I will be getting a red 26.2 to match my Red Mazda 3 5-Door once I finish a full marathon. I am also going to try and get a Live Strong decal for the front but I need to find a shop here that will make it in red instead of yellow.

TXang- If you have a blister (or even a cut) applying zinc oxide will dry it out quicker. It is the active ingredient in diaper rash cream if you happen to have some of that laying around. I get the generic stuff at Wal-Mart. It doesn’t really do anything for prevention though.

Michelle- If it is too hot out I do one of two things. First, I run a lot after dark. I love night running in the summer. Of course some people don’t feel safe doing this but where I live it isn’t bad. Second, I put some water in a cooler on my front porch and do a 2 or 3 or 4 loop run to grab some. I don’t like running with a belt but if you don’t mind it that is just as good of an option.

As far as I go yesterday was just weight training for me. Tonight will be a medium run, I’m thinking maybe a 10K or so. I have a 5K on Saturday.

I am still jealous of everyone at the Minnie.

[Cosi Bella]

Mmm, cheese fries. My one big indulgence at MK - chili cheese fries at Pecos Bills ... and a salad. Hey have to balance it out somehow! ;)

excellent! so the french fries I ate with my turkey wrap last night were balanced out right!? :rotfl:

[twoWDWfools]

excellent! so the french fries I ate with my turkey wrap last night were balanced out right!? :rotfl:

Most certainly! Plus I figure they're potatoes -- that's a vegetable. I add cheese and there's my dairy, vegetarian chili provides protein. Pretty good, huh? :rotfl:

[ironz]

Hi, to everyone!

Cecilia...thinking of you and your dad.

Good luck to all the runners/walkers/WISHers this weekend!

Can I post here and have you all make sure I stay on my fitness plan?...just now til May 15, then May 20-June 5 (have to take a break when I go to WDW...haha! I really tend to stick with things for about 10 days, then I'm all eating cupcakes and cookies and stuff.

Going to follow the plan from Jillian Michael's book "Making the Cut." The food plan doesn't look bad...the weight workouts are TOUGH! So make sure I'm sticking with it, please!
So far so good...But I've only been up for 9 hours...haha!

[mkymsehi]

Mooshu just emailed me saying our EYE2EYE shirts just arrived in California today 5/1/08. She said the shirts run big in size. She ordered a men's medium v neck, and said it's loose on her.

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/WISHSHIRT2.jpg

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg92/mkymsehi/WISHSHIRT1.jpg

I'll get my large from her, and let you all know.

[deekaypee]

Jackie: I suddenly have this vision of teens choosing their GF/BF--or parents expressing approval of their teens' SOs--based on their phone service! :lmao: I also want you to know that I exercised self-control on the Baskins-Robbins $.31 ice-cream deal, mostly because the line was HUGE. (I almost gave in, though, because your post made me think of my WISH duty.)

Dana: Given the excitement, I think you're handling taper and pre-race excitement quite well. You did lawn work, showered, and (I assume) left the house to meet your ILs. Woo hoo!!

Cam: Now, I don't know what to say. I'm glad you like the TAB--really, I am--but that you're kind of ignoring doctors' recommendation makes me want to jack slap you a little. In a loving, caring way, of course. :hug: I'm glad it doesn't seem to have any repercussions, though, so I have to believe you're really listening to your body AND your doctors. :) And I hope your congestion clears up and that flying doesn't involve discomfort.

Just tell your WW leader to talk to us about taper & carb loading. Better yet, let your pants do the talking! I'm so glad your W3D3 of C25K has got you excited for next week & will give you something to overcome the post-Minnie blues! (Not that I'm hoping you have any blues....)

Angie: I've had fever blisters like that--they do make you very self-conscious, don't they. I think resting (or, really, not exercising), along with the upcoming weekend, is very stressful for your body. I'm sure it'll pass soon, as everything gets even closer and you get caught up in the excitement. As for the princess shirt, WEAR IT!!!! It'll be fun, and isn't that what you've been order to concentrate on this weekend? ;)

Tracy: Yes, a NEW Lost is on tonight! :woohoo: I hope you can Tivo/DVR/tape it or have someone do it for you--I can't imagine you'll watch it before the Minnie. Or maybe it'll be restful for you, as you're not that far away from Orlando, right? *Sigh.* I so want to live in FL. Btw, I love the car & the decals. P.S. I can't remember--are you the person who has the shirt that matches your tag line: I know I'm a WALKER, but I just passed you!

TXAng: Your buy-a-pint of B&J's solution was just perfect. No one should be left out of the joy of ice cream. People in my life have sometimes disappointment me. But ice cream...never! How did W3D2 go?

Aloha "MKYFAN" Jeff: Congrats on choosing your new plates. Boo for the person who stole your "MKYMSE." And very cool of you, sharing your Mickey decal with Tracy. Very "Jeff" and generous of you.

So the Alert Shirts & Eye2Eye shirts run big, and the Race Ready shirts run small? This Goldilocks wonders if any shirts fit "just right." Or maybe a WISH shirt always fits just right--in spirit, anyway.

Cecilia: Thanks for stopping in. We're thinking of you and your dad. Tell the doctors and nurses we're grateful for all they do.

MB Michelle: WTG on your own tri-WO! That's impressive! :woohoo:

MSDave: Hmmm. Sweet, a little bit crunchy, with an unexpected tang--mmm, a texture-riffic ice cream. Lots of flavor, in classic combinations with just a bit of whimsy. Perfect. :thumbsup2 (Scott, I know you're not here, but I just analyzed Dave's personality via ice cream on your behalf. :rotfl2: ) Also, WTG with getting back on track with the training and good pace--especially impressive given your schedule. I'm still crossing my fingers for your interview/job situation to work out in the way you'd like.

John: I don't know that I've "met" you, but I love your challenge to the Goofy Challenge! DOOD & I will be back for the Goofy in 2010, too! But you can't have his butt--it's mine! :rotfl:

Kevin: I'm so glad you found your FTL route! :) I'm looking for mine, as I seem to be surrounded by hills. Good for training, not for speed (as if that makes much difference in my case.) What's MMA? The cage thing makes me think salacious thoughts. You don't have to clear those up though, as I'm having fun imagining the scenarios. I'm sorry you're going to miss so many people this weekend, but on the upside it sounds like your dance card is already booked for January.

Christa: Josh's RR is amazing--and his ability to remember details reminds me a lot of you. You both have the drive and determination to succeed!

Claire: I know you meant this statement: So yesterday was a light day. Horseback riding in the morning, a skate in the afternoon, and a short spell in the climbing gym. But...:scared1: :rotfl2: :worship: You never fail to impress me with your healthy lifestyle, in which being active for you is as natural as eating chocolate is for me. I need to challenge myself this summer to be more like you. (Seriously...except the chocolate has to stay, too.)

Carrie: Elmer Fudge? I'm stalking sundaes? :banana: Or maybe that should be banana splits. Ghiardelli's is is! Okay, no orange--although orange reminds me of Anne in January. I'll come up with something else horrific: zebra-print WISH shirts maybe? Say, you're volunteering for the 1/2 marathon, right? What stop? DOOD & I are volunteering for at least one of the January events too (doing the half) and need to choose what one.

Judy: Yes, I am a chatty Kathy, aren't I? You all tell me stories, I get to know you and remember names. And if I'm lucky, the odd blackmail opportunity arises from the tales. Hey, it's a living... I concur, btw. 16 tops is exactly the right number to take into account weather fluctuations, humidity, unexpected social occasions...

Stacie: Cheese...Gromit.:teeth: If there's anything I like better than ice chocolate, it's cheese. And chocolate cheese.... :love: With wine. :drinking: I think you need to visit Epcot while you're there, sample the offerings of WS. And Liz is right about Pecos Bill's! Good traveling tomorrow!

Scott: Quit taunting those of who AREN'T going to be in Orlando and do some park-hopping on our behalf. Ride ToT for me, if you don't mind. :woohoo:

CB Michelle: I agree with Carrie that being well hydrated beforehand is important on all runs. That's the first thing I try to pay attention to. For really long runs, I have a belt with small bottles that hold water & Cytomax/Gatorade. I've also done caches on a route, when I had a regular route. For short runs where I want some water (heat, new route), I have a bottle with a hand strap--it lets my hand relax but I still have water with me. I hope this helps.

I'm looking forward to seeing your dress, and am sure you'll be a beautiful bride. Take a pic with bridal ears, if you have them already. I think it's so great that you and your DM are running the 1/2 together and maybe your FSIL, too. That gives you company on the course--although you have us, too--AND people to train with. (In my case, it's kick my lazy booty out of bed.) You're doing great with the training, btw! And so soon! :cheer2:

Shan: I'm SO glad you had a good massage. I take it your quads feel much more relaxed, maybe even sore? Never had a massage, so couldn't tell you. Will you be going back?

Frank: I'm all about watching football for fun, and follow the teams DOOD follows--keeps peace and harmony in the household. I'm hoping you and Craig will expand my horizon, though. Mourinho close to a deal with Inter Milan, isn't he? Maybe I'll just settle down in a comfortable chair while I wait for the news...

Betsy: I think we'd do our best by you, although I'm better at encouraging the cupcakes. But I could "man up" for you, as I do want the best for you--and you invoked Jillian, whom I love!

As for me: Nothing much. I have my spring cold, and I'm sulking because I'm not going to the Minnie. Plus, I've gotten a slew of of Action Sports International emails, taunting me with my ever-so-attractive photos of the Goofy. All these signs, plus my AP, says I should be going to Orlando. But noooo. It's just not to be. I'm going to sit here in my lonely corner, all red-eyed and sniffly, and...



SEND TONS OF PD TO ALL MY WISHER BUDDIES!!!! I KNOW YOU'LL HAVE A GREAT TIME! pixiedust: :banana: :cheer2: :grouphug:
(Bring me back a lousy t-shirt, huh?)

[andromedaslove]

Betsy - Hey!! I have that book. I am the exact opposite of you though. The workouts look easy... it's the food that I just look at and thing "BLECH!". Then again I have two children and a husband that would look at me like I had no head on if I offered them some of this food. Heck, I just got them eating fish and whole gran foods. I'll tell you what though, if you want a partner we might be able to work something out. I'll keep on you about the workouts, if you keep on me about healthier food. I'm not promising "her" food!!

Debra - Holy Cow!! I can't believe how long some of your responses are. I am usually pretty good, but you just blow me away!! I did eventually get dressed and out of the house for dinner with the in-laws. Almost wish I hadn't though. We ended up at Golden Corral. Let me tell you, an All You Can Eat is not the place you wanna take me when I'm nervous!! I swear I weighed 149 yesterday morning and this morning I was at 155. What's up with that?! Maybe that chocolate cake!!

Well.... I am starting to feel lonely. It seems as if everyone who is going to Minnie has left already but me. Today I found a way to distract myself from the computer so I could get some house work done. I put on my iPod and danced my way around the house while I cleaned!! Got quite a bit done, and the day went by pretty fast. Let's hope I can do the same tomorrow. I don't get to leave for the Minnie until Saturday morning!!

[TXAng]

Cecilia – :hug: :hug: :hug: for you and :wizard: :wizard: :wizard: for your dad!

MB Michelle – WTG on your personal tri! That’s awesome.

MS Dave – Congrats on getting back into training!

Christa – What a great race report! Thanks for sharing it.

Claire – Your idea of a light day is NOTHING like my idea of a light day. Wow. :worship:

Cam – Congrats on completing Week 2!

Judy – No such thing as bringing too many clothes on vacation. :)

Stacie – A quesadilla is a pretty decent substitute for cheese fries.

Liz – Great, now I have to add Pecos Bills to the list of must-dos for whenever we manage to get ourselves to WDW. Too funny – I told DH the other day that cheese fries are, in fact, a well-balanced meal. He didn’t buy it, though.

CB Michelle – Take a rest day! That’s so exciting that your mom is going to run with you.

Shan – Yay for getting a massage! I keep saying I should go get one sometime.

Frank – Thanks for the blister info! I haven’t had one yet (knock on wood), but it’s good to know what to do if one does appear.

Betsy – Best of luck on your fitness plan! You can do it!

Debra – The only time I’ve ever been disappointed by ice cream is when I eat it too fast and get an ice cream headache. I always forgive the ice cream, though. It’s not it’s fault that I have no self control. What is this chocolate cheese you speak of?

Dana - Don't feel lonely - you can still hang out with those of us who aren't going to the Minnie. :)

Me - Did C25K W3D2 today: 1.83 miles in 25:35. It was just ok. The first three mile run was directly into the wind, and when time came for the second three mile run, the wind stopped completely and it was just hot and muggy. I did it, though! The best part was that the first 90 second run interval didn't seem hard at all! :banana:

After dinner, I'm planning on either inflating the exercise ball or sitting on the couch eating ice cream. Gee, I wonder which one will win out. :rolleyes: :rotfl:

[angietuck2]

GOOD EVENING TEAM!!!!!

OHHHHHHH I'm so excited I could just scream. Actually I have been singing all night and my kids have been begging me to stop. :rotfl:

TxAng Before you know it 3 and 4 minute intervals will seem "not hard at all" :thumbsup2 Seriously, you have a good plan and you are sticking with it, that is all you need. I say reward yourself with ice cream but I know that is BAD!!
Dana See you there!!
Debra As usual your posts bring a smile to my face and I think you should hop on the first plane down here and walk that darn thing with me. It's not fair I will have 2 MINNIE MOUSE medals and you won't have any!
I have actually figured out I get these monster fever blisters literally once a year in May, last year it was for graduation.... (yeah the pics were awesome!!! :sad1: )
Betsy You have asked for help in the right place, they have really given me what I need this week :hug: (encouragement) & :sad2: (and truth)


Ok so still resting, did not get foam roller but have been stretching and working my core some. OK so I walked a mile tonight, I WALKED!!! OK I just had to move you know?? I sit at a desk all day, what can I say?

So don't know if I will be able to post from work tomorrow, so if not!!! ADIOS!!

[dsnyfan21]

I did a 3.10mile walk tonight, last before the Minnie 15K. I won't be posting until I get back. I will try to take pictures. I am somewhat bummed because I didn't get my Eye2Eye shirt. ugh!!
I need to fininsh packing, finish my lime green nail paint job and watch LOST!!!

Debra - Yeah...watching LOST right now. I do have a shirt with that saying on the back.

Shan - Massage Envy by Town Center?? Where?? I go to a massage envy near Weston Town Center. I love it!

Take care everyone and good training!!

[mkymsehi]

Haagen Dazs free scoop of their new flavor on May 18th from 4-8 pm.

Vanilla Honey Bee Ice cream :cool1:

[mkymsehi]

As for me: Plus, I've gotten a slew of of Action Sports International emails, taunting me with my ever-so-attractive photos of the Goofy. All these signs, plus my AP, says I should be going to Orlando.


Deb - Uuugh, don't you hate having Disneyitis? I have a deluxe AP to WDW that was a gift when we bought into DVC. I used it for 15 days in January, and now it's just sitting there all lonely, like Eyeore :eeyore: . 350 days, er, 351 days of no use due to leap year.

I got that same doggone email from the race photography company. Aaaarrrgh, it's killing me not being there with the rest of the WISH team. Have you noticed it got quiet in the boards, now that everyone is gone to that magical place that has no wireless?

I went to the blood bank and made my 96th donation here in Hawaii. I'm actually over 100 if you count my California donations, but I've never gotten my numbers transfered. Dooh.

Anyways, skipped today's workout to rest from the pint donation.

LOSTIES: I didn't catch the first 35 minutes, and now I'm really LOST! Will watch it online to get caught up.:confused3

[lenshanem]

Tracy, I'm in Atlanta. :goodvibes

[lilouisianagal]

Scott: Oh the torture! You are sooooo lucky! :earboy2:

Michelle:My exercise ball is shoved in my closet at the moment...I brought it up to school so I could sit at the computer without my butt going numb! Get to feeling better and sounds like some nice jogs!

Debra:
Claire: I know you meant this statement: But...:scared1: :rotfl2: :worship: You never fail to impress me with your healthy lifestyle, in which being active for you is as natural as eating chocolate is for me. I need to challenge myself this summer to be more like you. (Seriously...except the chocolate has to stay, too.)

Stacie: Cheese...Gromit.:teeth: If there's anything I like better than ice chocolate, it's cheese. And chocolate cheese.... :love: With wine. :drinking: I think you need to visit Epcot while you're there, sample the offerings of WS.

As for me: Nothing much. I have my spring cold, and I'm sulking because I'm not going to the Minnie. Plus, I've gotten a slew of of Action Sports International emails, taunting me with my ever-so-attractive photos of the Goofy. All these signs, plus my AP, says I should be going to Orlando. But noooo. It's just not to be. I'm going to sit here in my lonely corner, all red-eyed and sniffly, and...
I so wouldn't make it without my chocolate *drools just thinking about it* ...y'all were killing me with talk of fudge and Ghiardelli's and sundaes and banana splits! So my lifestyle comes with chocolate included. Mmm I'm down with chocolate and cheese ....fondue....or Italian...mmm

Dana, Debra, Ang, Jeff, and others:hmm it is pretty quiet around here :scratchin I'm thinking us lonely non-Minnie travelers need to band together :grouphug: grab us a :cake: and have us a party: :mickeyjum

Jeff: What's with all the ice cream stores that AREN'T around here handing out free ice cream!!??!! :eek: NOt fair! :sad2:

:stitch2:

Yesterday I went on a 6 ish-miler. I had to stop by the library to copy an article so I'm not sure of exactly how far it was. I finally biked over to Varsity Sports and got a new swim suit as my old one was literally falling apart. Naturally, I had to go try it out, so I headed straight over to the gym, did a short strength training and hopped in the pool.

I'm about to head out on my long run (12-13 miles). I'll probably hit the pool and rockwall later, before our Spring Banquet tonight. I found four masks to pick from and BF picked the matching black with gold sequins with black and red feathers ones. Oh the fun!

Happy runs and happy Disney to everyone at the World!

[CarolA]

Hello!

I apologize that I haven't posted at all this week. My work hit crisis mode!!!

So... I leave shortly for the Minnie and my taper was do nothing LOL! I did 2.5 miles Monday and otherwise.... I just have been at work, but the project went OUT THE DOOR around 11:30 PM last night so... I am FREE!!

So sorry to hear about the Eye2Eye shirt issues. But remember "wish" is not a shirt!

[ScoJo15]

Scott - OK, you've been there a day and that's all we get? Where's teh link to your blog? :guilty: ;) Hope you're having fun!

OOPS!! http://scojo15.blogspot.com ;)


Soooo....sorry for the selfish post here, but the quick update from my world:

We got in on Wednesday, and it's been a rollercoaster of events ever since. Here are some of the ups and downs....had an AWESOME dinner at Jiko (new fav place I think!), got way overcharged for a bottle of wine at AKL (but they made it right the next day), rode ToT and RnRC (will tell you about the LIVE person in the studio pre-show playing the drums later), witnessed the tragic scene of a medical team apparently working to save the life of a Hollywood Studios park goer :(, played medic on Amy's poor feet (read at least SIX blisters...new shoes...hopefully will be better before the races), watched Amy get picked and participate in a World Showcase Players thing at the UK pavilion (photos AND film ;) later), heard Amy's story of a CM getting severe face burns from steam at the coffee kiosk in Epcot, and....drumroll please....just got done watching my car get towed to the Auto Care Center (yep...I think we have a dead battery...they better fix it today so that we have transportation to the race!!).

AND WE'VE ONLY BEEN HERE FOR JUST OVER A DAY!!

Ok..off to go attempt to relax at the CS pool for a while, then hopefully pick up the car and make it to the expo...I hope everyone is doing good out there, travel safe if you are coming down this weekend.

Ta Ta for now!

(blog update later tonight for sure!!)

[angietuck2]

Scott

Wow how eventful!!!

Just sent you PM, please call if you need a ride and you might see my fam at pool they will be there within a couple of hours :)

[ironz]

[QUOTE=andromedaslove;24859654]Betsy - Hey!! I have that book. I am the exact opposite of you though. The workouts look easy... it's the food that I just look at and thing "BLECH!". Then again I have two children and a husband that would look at me like I had no head on if I offered them some of this food. Heck, I just got them eating fish and whole gran foods. I'll tell you what though, if you want a partner we might be able to work something out. I'll keep on you about the workouts, if you keep on me about healthier food. I'm not promising "her" food!!
QUOTE]

Have you done the workouts? :lmao: I'm just not so much a gym person, and am not so strong, so they are hard for me. I can hardly pick up my arms today. ha! Hopefully not as hard by the end of the month. I can't even do those 'mountain climbers' for a minute straight. I can ride a bike over 100 miles, but not one lousy minute of those! :confused:

As for the food, I'm repeating recipes in place of stuff I wouldn't eat. I think I can handle most of it, but there sure seem to be a lot of recipes with eggplant in my eating group (balanced oxiders), so...umm...no thanks, Jillian! Since it's just me, I will make a recipe I like and freeze the leftovers, having them on the days of yucky food. I did just try cottage cheese for breakfast for the first time in my life...I'll say....so/so. I didn't gag, but didn't love it. It's for ONE MONTH...I can do this!

And...the Moroccan Chicken with wild rice was good, as were the turkey/broccoli wraps. So, I'm on day 2...we'll see how it goes. I have a 4 hour bike ride to add to the fun.

DKP...Don't be sad! I think will miss everyone, too! And I'm not even a big-time poster here. I love Jillian, too....so when I'm working out (or eating), I am just imagining her yelling at me! :rotfl: Good thing is, I don't need to lose much weight...just about 5-7 lbs....mostly trying just to tone up a little more.

Happy Friday!!

Another good luck to the Minnie people!

Scott...crazy adventures!!

[wfloyd]

OOPS!! http://scojo15.blogspot.com ;)


Soooo....sorry for the selfish post here, but the quick update from my world:

We got in on Wednesday, and it's been a rollercoaster of events ever since. Here are some of the ups and downs....had an AWESOME dinner at Jiko (new fav place I think!), got way overcharged for a bottle of wine at AKL (but they made it right the next day), rode ToT and RnRC (will tell you about the LIVE person in the studio pre-show playing the drums later), witnessed the tragic scene of a medical team apparently working to save the life of a Hollywood Studios park goer :(, played medic on Amy's poor feet (read at least SIX blisters...new shoes...hopefully will be better before the races), watched Amy get picked and participate in a World Showcase Players thing at the UK pavilion (photos AND film ;) later), heard Amy's story of a CM getting severe face burns from steam at the coffee kiosk in Epcot, and....drumroll please....just got done watching my car get towed to the Auto Care Center (yep...I think we have a dead battery...they better fix it today so that we have transportation to the race!!).

AND WE'VE ONLY BEEN HERE FOR JUST OVER A DAY!!

Ok..off to go attempt to relax at the CS pool for a while, then hopefully pick up the car and make it to the expo...I hope everyone is doing good out there, travel safe if you are coming down this weekend.

Ta Ta for now!

(blog update later tonight for sure!!)


:scared1: :scared1: Only one day. Boy you sure know how to pack everything in a short period of time. Hopefully today proves to be a little less stressful and your car gets fixed. Do they offer home equity loans at the Car Care Center. I figure with Disney prices compared to the real world you may need a little help. ;)

Bill

[nepatsfan73]

:scared1: :scared1: Do they offer home equity loans at the Car Care Center. I figure with Disney prices compared to the real world you may need a little help. ;)



Point of order. The WISH bail fund is for jail emergencies only, right? People are on their own for car repairs/emergencies? (Sorry if this is true Scott, but I just need to know how much wiggle room I'll have come ToT and/or marathon weekend, especially given Big Vic's drunk tolerance filter malfunction issues. :) )

[Cosi Bella]

CosiMichelle - FOr longer runs adn in the summer, we run with a fuel belt with Powerade in Water. A headache is a sign of dehydration. I can get nasty ones from that. You must be properly hydrated before teh run, too, to be at your best. HTH!

Michelle- Good to hear the runs are getting easier. Don’t forget to get your fluids and fuel.
Michelle- If it is too hot out I do one of two things. First, I run a lot after dark. I love night running in the summer. Of course some people don’t feel safe doing this but where I live it isn’t bad. Second, I put some water in a cooler on my front porch and do a 2 or 3 or 4 loop run to grab some. I don’t like running with a belt but if you don’t mind it that is just as good of an option.


(I'm not sure which of these messages were for me, but they are both GREAT advice so I'll respond and take into consideration both!)

Thanks for the advice on the hydration issue!! My DF said he has this camel pack thingy that I can use for longer runs and in the dead summer, so that is going to be GREAT!

Most certainly! Plus I figure they're potatoes -- that's a vegetable. I add cheese and there's my dairy, vegetarian chili provides protein. Pretty good, huh? :rotfl:

:thumbsup2 awesome!, so the french fries really = veggie, so my dinner was really: veggie + turkey wrap = REALLY healthy! :rotfl: :rotfl:

Betsy, I have TWO reasons to stick to a fitness plan. 1. wedding! 2. half marathon in Jan! So I will def help you out in any way I can!!! Which race are you training for? I'd like to learn more about this book you speak of, would it be good for a marathon?? I need as much info as I can get, especially since my mom is going to run too! :)


CB Michelle: I agree with Carrie that being well hydrated beforehand is important on all runs. That's the first thing I try to pay attention to. For really long runs, I have a belt with small bottles that hold water & Cytomax/Gatorade. I've also done caches on a route, when I had a regular route. For short runs where I want some water (heat, new route), I have a bottle with a hand strap--it lets my hand relax but I still have water with me. I hope this helps.

I'm looking forward to seeing your dress, and am sure you'll be a beautiful bride. Take a pic with bridal ears, if you have them already. I think it's so great that you and your DM are running the 1/2 together and maybe your FSIL, too. That gives you company on the course--although you have us, too--AND people to train with. (In my case, it's kick my lazy booty out of bed.) You're doing great with the training, btw! And so soon! :cheer2:

I'm really paying attention to what my body says from now on! The hydration is going to be key, and with this new water backpack thingie, I think I'm going to be golden! :thumbsup2 Thanks for the advice!!!

I'm starting to have second thoughts about this "dress" that I love so much. I think it doesn't have as long of a train as I'd like, and the dress is not customizable. I have finally narrowed down what I want in a dress, and I've realized its really specific... what if it doesn't exist!?! :scared1: lol. I'm going to go back to the store and try on a ton more and see if I can find something similar to this one, only with a longer train... other then that I just love it:love: and am worried I wont find something quite as elegant! ::sigh::
I too, am battling a spring cold... what is up with that?! my nose is stuffed up and I keep sneezing. I thought colds only came in the winter!!!?? :confused3 I hope you feel better soon!!!

CB Michelle – Take a rest day! That’s so exciting that your mom is going to run with you.

I did indeedy take a rest day yesterday! my legs dont feel as wobbly, but I'm still battling a head cold... I dont want to take another rest day, maybe I'll do a light jog tonight... hmmmmm... I"M so excited that my mom is going to run with me! wooo hooo :banana:

This may sound stupid, but since I'm still new here and have yet to read any of the books I have purchased for my training, but what is "C25K W3D2"? I have seen other people make references to this as well, but I can't figure it out :confused3 ... lol! Sorry for being such a newbie! Anyway it sounds like it was tough but you powered through yesterday, so yay! way to go! keep up the good work!! :thumbsup2
After dinner, I'm planning on either inflating the exercise ball or sitting on the couch eating ice cream. Gee, I wonder which one will win out. :rolleyes: :rotfl:

:rotfl: that sounds like an amazingly delicious dinner! I just may have to choose between icecream and being lazy, or getting out there in the dreary weather and running... hmmm... lol

Angie, have a safe trip down (up?) to the race!!! kick some major butt too! :yay:

Michelle:My exercise ball is shoved in my closet at the moment...I brought it up to school so I could sit at the computer without my butt going numb! Get to feeling better and sounds like some nice jogs!

hehehahaha another great use for an exercise ball! :thumbsup2 I looked briefly for mine last night and couldn't find it... perhaps its at my parents house burried under boxes of crap... in any case, I think mine was used for a similar reason.. that and bouncing around the house and trying not to crash into anything:laughing:

thanks and keep up the great work with the running. I can't wait to get to running 6 milers! I'm so impatient!

and other then that, I'm still sick, and took a rest day yesterday... Looked at wedding stuff all night waiting for DF to get home ( he worked late):thumbsup2 and got some really GREAT ideas!!! :cool1: tonight I plan on doing another 3 as long as the weather holds out and it doesn't rain! I feel better, health wise, then yesterday and sometimes running helps me kick a lingering cold...We'll see how good I feel later today though! :)

[nepatsfan73]

... what is "C25K W3D2"? I have seen other people make references to this as well, but I can't figure it out :confused3

I am a walker, but in that I don't know who is still around given Minnie events, I'll respond to this with what I know. This is referring to the Couch to 5K (C25K) running program that I believe you can find at the Cool Running website. The program is designed to take a person from the couch to running/jogging a 5K over a number of weeks (not sure how many in total). The W3D2 refers to the week number and day number of the program the person is on, i.e., W3D2 = week 3, day 2.

Hope that helps.

[Mouse Skywalker]

Hey Everyone: I just received a call from the Provost at SUNY/Geneseo, and she "informally" offered me the position. She said she was going to put an offer letter in the mail, but wanted to let me know that she was going to offer me the job. Thanks for all your support... it looks like we won't be homeless and hungry afterall...

[angietuck2]

Hey Everyone: I just received a call from the Provost at SUNY/Geneseo, and she "informally" offered me the position. She said she was going to put an offer letter in the mail, but wanted to let me know that she was going to offer me the job. Thanks for all your support... it looks like we won't be homeless and hungry afterall...

CONGRATULATIONS
:cheer2: :dance3: :banana: :woohoo:

[Kristi1357]

:banana: Congrats, Dave!!! :banana:

[Cosi Bella]

I am a walker, but in that I don't know who is still around given Minnie events, I'll respond to this with what I know. This is referring to the Couch to 5K (C25K) running program that I believe you can find at the Cool Running website. The program is designed to take a person from the couch to running/jogging a 5K over a number of weeks (not sure how many in total). The W3D2 refers to the week number and day number of the program the person is on, i.e., W3D2 = week 3, day 2.

Hope that helps.

ahhh that makes a lot of sense. Thanks for the clarification! :thumbsup2

[Cosi Bella]

Hey Everyone: I just received a call from the Provost at SUNY/Geneseo, and she "informally" offered me the position. She said she was going to put an offer letter in the mail, but wanted to let me know that she was going to offer me the job. Thanks for all your support... it looks like we won't be homeless and hungry afterall...

Congrats on the new JOB! :woohoo:

[mkymsehi]

Dana, Debra, Ang, Jeff, and others:hmm it is pretty quiet around here :scratchin I'm thinking us lonely non-Minnie travelers need to band together :grouphug: grab us a :cake: and have us a party: :mickeyjum

Jeff: What's with all the ice cream stores that AREN'T around here handing out free ice cream!!??!! :eek: NOt fair! :sad2:


PARTY, I'M IN!!!

I'm still waiting for Cold Stone Creamery and Marble Stone to jump on the bandwagon and offer a free scoop.

[Big Vic]

Hey Everyone: I just received a call from the Provost at SUNY/Geneseo, and she "informally" offered me the position. She said she was going to put an offer letter in the mail, but wanted to let me know that she was going to offer me the job. Thanks for all your support... it looks like we won't be homeless and hungry afterall...

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

[TXAng]

CONGRATS DAVE!!! :yay:

[angietuck2]

:banana: I'M LEAVING FOR DISNEY!!!!!! :banana:

[wfloyd]

Point of order. The WISH bail fund is for jail emergencies only, right? People are on their own for car repairs/emergencies? (Sorry if this is true Scott, but I just need to know how much wiggle room I'll have come ToT and/or marathon weekend, especially given Big Vic's drunk tolerance filter malfunction issues. :) )

Let's see, if Vic gets arrested when he hits you first, it is covered.

If you destroy your car when trying to hit Vic, it isn't covered. When Vic hits back, he won't be arrested so he doesn't need to be covered.

However, I'm not sure if you want to hit Vic with your car though. I hear he has friends in high places that make unscheduled trips to the Gulf. :rolleyes1

Bill

[nepatsfan73]

However, I'm not sure if you want to hit Vic with your car though. I hear he has friends in high places that make unscheduled trips to the Gulf. :rolleyes1


That's part of the problem with Vic's filter being out of whack. He's got those friends, as well as the friends with badges, night-sticks and licenses to carry. Not to mention those who he may still hang with from his early, innocent military days (not that he could tell us who they are if he does). Thus, depending on how things are going, I don't know if I can count on Vic to keep me from getting arrested or whether I may need to check myself in for my own protection. Trust me, no hitting of Vic is anticipated and I use Disney transportation while at WDW (but I can't say whether he might hit me for my own good or the good of the team).

[Big Vic]

These guys love to blow things up. :)

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[lenshanem]

Congrats Dave! :woohoo:

[nepatsfan73]

These guys love to blow things up. :)

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And they don't try to sneak up on you either. If I am not mistaken (I'm no military expert), they have so much fire power that they don't necessarily try to hide their approach. All part of the "Shock & Awe" that the Spectres bring.

[MouseDogMom]

Debra - Life is so much easier when DD's boyfriend has the same cellular provider. It really should be a prerequisite. (Like her first BF, who was a DVC member... I was heartbroken when they broke up!) I didn't bother with the $.31 scoop, but only because DH is the manager there and I rarely pay! And I'm so with you on sulking while everyone else is off to the Minnie. To add insult to injury, my boss left today for Orlando as well, but he's going to the OTHER park. :ssst: don't tell anyone!

Dana - It's not the chocolate cake at Golden Corral, it's the chocolate chess pie.

TXAng - You really must try a massage. Or maybe you shouldn't, since once you do, it becomes a necessity in your life!

Jeff - I really need to go donate blood. My last attempt was before the half in January and my iron was too low, and then I wouldn't go because it was too close to the half, and they've been calling me ever since!

Scott - WOW! Remind me NOT to go to the parks with you! :eek:

CBMichelle - I distinctly remember spending last Memorial Day weekend on the couch. I was sicker that weekend than any time during the year. I'd just started running with our Galloway group, did 5 miles on Saturday (and felt like I was dying), came home, collapsed on the couch and didn't move until I went back to work on Tuesday! So yes, you CAN get a cold in the spring. :sick:

MSDave - CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! :dance3: That's great news! Have you already asked for next January off?

Being lazy tonight, then supposed to meet a bunch of Galloway-ers tomorrow morning for a run before the kickoff meeting with Jeff. They're expecting a HUGE turnout. (We had over 350 members last year and projecting 400+ this year, maybe 500) We're the largest Galloway group in the country. All the running stores give out free stuff tomorrow, so it pays to show up early! A small reward for missing the Minnie... I did threaten to stow away in my boss's car :car: - figured I could probably bum a room from WISHers once I got to Orlando!

Jackie

[Honeibee]

It's way past my bedtime since I have to get up even earlier than normal but I don't mind...I'm going to Disney World! :yay:

I just wanted to say bye to everyone. I'll be back on the 12th! :teeth:

But I'm so glad I stopped in so now I can say YAY MSDAVE! I'm thrilled! :woohoo: :dance3: :thumbsup2 :yay: :banana:

[mkymsehi]

Jeff - I really need to go donate blood. My last attempt was before the half in January and my iron was too low, and then I wouldn't go because it was too close to the half, and they've been calling me ever since!

Jackie

Jackie: You could either take iron supplements the week before, and the week after, or eat foods cooked in a cast iron skillet. That is what keeps my iron levels up.

Here's a challenge to you, my Girl Scout troop is planning on holding a blood drive sometime in July. Between now and then, you have to get yourself in to your local blood bank, and make that donation. You have 2 1/2 to 3 months to take care of it. In fact, you could donate twice in that period of time. Ready, set, go...:banana:

[chimera]

But remember "wish" is not a shirt!

I nominate Carol for quote of the day!

Posting live from VWL! Getting ready to turn in so we can make it to scream team for the 5K in the a.m.

Congrats Dave!!

Debra...you can have my Minnie tshirt. They're still black and I swear they're smaller this year than previous years.

I'll try to catch you guys tomorrow!

[ironz]

Congrats, Dave!!

CosiBella...the book is "Making the Cut" by Jillian Michaels, one of The Biggest Loser trainers. It's not for marathons, etc...more of a food plan, weight training program for people who are fit, but just want to peel off that last 5-15 lbs or so and get toned up. And actually, the eating plan is probably going to conflict with my training, since it's fairly carb-restricted, and we endurance athletes need carbs to fuel our workouts. So I will have to find a balance somewhere. It's just a 30 day program though. And I figure I will have to supplement some Gatorade (or the like) when I do long workouts or I will bonk. For instance, I did a 61 mile bike ride today...so I had to add in some calories to fuel that. I do triathlon, and am training for various races coming up, including the 1/2 Ironman at WDW in 2 weeks (omg! I am not really ready for that!) :scared1:

Jeff Galloway or Hal Higdon have good training programs for running, or I would think there is even something on Runner's World online.

When is your wedding?

[KeenHo]

Congratulations, Dave!! Good luck with the decision process. Nice to have something on the table to consider.

I am all packed and ready to hit the hay. I have to be up at 4 AM and to PHL by 5 AM (2 hours before my flight). I should arrive in MCO around 9:30 AM or shortly thereafter, then grab Magical Express to Coronado Springs Resort. Craig is meeting me around 3 PM and we will head to the expo together to pick up our packets, then to the WISH meet! I am looking forward to seeing everyone and meeting some new WISHers!

To anyone (like Judy:hug: & Charlie) still traveling down tomorrow... safe travels.

Minnie Weekend, here I come!

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Howard

[Mouse Skywalker]

Thanks for the congratulations everyone. You know it crossed my mind that I should hop on a plane and come down to the Minnie to celebrate, but that was being just a little too spontaneous for me.

Did 40 min of x-training yesterday on the exercise bike.

[AmyBeth68]

Dave: YOU SHOULD COME DOWN HERE! Congrats on the job!

Hey team: Sorry I don't have much time to post but I had to pop on here and say that the WiSH team looked strong today at the 5K! I'm so proud of so many of our wish warriors out there. BIG HUGE :hug: to Anne...the greatest cheerleader ever! We saw lots of great folks before the race and then again after as we cheered and congratulated. It was a fun 5K course, the weather was a bit humid but overall quite nice. I saw a good friend (Susan...Larry's Girl) run the race of her life and I'm so super proud of her! :lovestruc I'll let the others who PR'd, had fun, etc fill everyone in later. We had a blast out there and are now ready to get back on the course tomorrow morning. My goal for the 15K is to have fun and try to feel good for the entire race. Not sure what that will equate to in pace...but at this point I'm pleased with my 5K time (thanks to Scott pacing me and keeping me going out there). Race reports will come when I get home and have more time!

Cheers! :goodvibes

[deekaypee]

I really wasn't in the corner sulking about the Minnie yesterday--I'm STILL looking for new digs. :sad2: That's it, I'm going to move to WDW and beg in the parking lots.

Aloha Jeff: Holy banana bread--that shirt is a medium? It's huge!!! At least we'll see you and Mooshu coming. (Oh, and tell her that her smile is wonderful!) And that announcement about the free ice cream? I've marked it in my Google Calendar. Thanks for feeding my habit. :laughing: And a more serious thanks for donating blood. (I can't--the chemo killed that.)

Ooooh, you've got Disneyitis bad, being a DVC owner and all. I'm trying to convince DOOD of the fiscal responsibility of such a purchase--:rotfl2:--but he's having none of it. I continue to be lost on Lost, insomuchas as I don't pay much attention to the Jack/Kate arc. (Blech.)

Dana: I love the idea that you and Betsy can tag-team each other with the advice in Making the Cut, being each other's check and balance. ITA with the dangers of the all you can eat. But that weight gain, it's temporary stress gain. The memories of the chocolate cake last, oh, until the next piece. :rotfl: By the time I'm posting this you're at Disney, so I hope you've moved way beyond nervous and into excitement!! I'm cheering for you! :banana:

TXAng: What, you've never heard of chocolate cheese? :lmao: OMG, what a delicacy you're missing. I did my undergrad at Michigan State, one of those cow colleges, and they ran a dairy store that sold the most delicious ice cream and cheeses. They have a chocolate cheese: http://shop.msu.edu/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=DAIRY-4
Yum!

Oh, and congrats on W3D2, not just for doing it but for doing it in icky conditions. You're doing great with the runs, and in better conditions it will only feel better. Maybe not as good as ice cream--oops, I mean the exercise bar....

Angie: I'm missing you right now, more than even a Minnie medal. You've earned those girls, not just on the training runs but for embracing the need for core work and rest days. (I approve of the walking, the sloooowwww walking.) I know you're having a great time right now, so just know we were thinking of you & have high expectations for the stories you'll tell us!

Tracy: We'll talk Lost when you get back. Now I'm just wishing you luck and I have to comment on your total color coordinated race-day look. Lime green nails--love 'em! And I love that you have a shirt with that quote--I think you passed me at the half. :thumbsup2

Claire: Definitely we need a party, so I don't get all sad sack on you all! party: :drinking: :cake: There, I feel better now. I guess you can tell from my food talk that 1) I'm in taper and 2) I really like my sugar rush and cheesy goodness. I adore fondue--do you like The Melting Pot?

As usual, your "recreational" activities, those things you do between your job as a student, tucker me right out. It's really smart, what you're doing--balancing the sedentary time of your academic career with your physical activities. I hope you'll tell us about Spring Banquet and maybe share some pics! Have fun!

CarolA: That's quite a taper, the do-nothing strategy. I know you'll rock the Minnie, and are having fun right this very minute! I'm looking forward to the RR when you get back! :woohoo:

Scott: So, what I'm envisioning for you in your future career as a videographer/documentarian--I've got big plans for you and Amy, I do--is a series of road movies based on your running adventures. You've got everything in this short narrative to make your way to Hollywood: laughter, tears, agony (sorry about the feet, Amy), obstacles. I can see you name in lights, and both of you (and Bingham) are more than ready for your close-up! I hope your weekend continues to be as entertaining for us, but a whole lot less stressful for you!

Betsy: One day, I hope to work myself up to Jillian's mountain climbers. :scared1: I've been trying to be better about strength and core work, but it's a challenge for me. Keep posting, not just so we can motivate you/hold you accountable, but so I feel the need to try to keep up (a few paces behind).

I'm like you, just trying to lose a few & tone up. Okay, so maybe my goals are more like a bit of a remodel. Thanks have moved over the years in this vintage body (that's right, I'm not old, I'm vintage), and the foundation needs a little firming. Gee, can you tell I'm still looking for a new place to live? :rotfl2:

FL Bill: Do they offer home equity loans at the Car Care Center. :lmao:

Ne Pats Bill: My, my, my. It sounds like your plan for marathon weekend might not only necessitate the bailout fund, but the services of Scott as videographer. Maybe for your trial, maybe for blackmail, but definitely for the ongoing amusement of the WISH team! :rotfl2:

CB Michelle: You'll have to let me know how you like your CamelBak--I sometimes think I should use of of those, as it would do double duty with my bike rides. If you're not 100% sure on the dress, I'd say try some more on. Heck, even if you are sure, you might as well try more on, right? Just to confirm. And I'd think that bridal consultants would be able to help you out if you go back and say, "I like this one, but would like a longer train...." (Of course, I don't know for sure because I got my "wedding dress" at TJMaxx and was married at JOP. :rolleyes: )

Not that you don't have enough research to do what with the wedding and all, but how's your research into different half-marathon training plans coming? It's still way early, so I'm just curious, and noticed that others have offered you some very solid suggestions.

MS Dave: That's WONDERFUL news about SUNY/Geneseo and the Provost sounds like a thoughtful soul. I knew things would work out for you, and you deserved it after all the stress you've been under in the job and search.

Jackie: DH is a manager at B-R? I think I have a new crush. ;) As for your boss and his Orlando plans--there's another park? The Galloway meet sounds like it will be/was lots of fun. And free swag sounds promising, if a distant second to the Minnie. (In the future, should it ever come to this, you always have a free room with me!) I really need to look into Galloway's programs--I'm familiar with them in the general sense, but need to actually read his stuff.

Judy: I know you're gone--but we're missing you and hoping (and knowing) you're having a great time!

Mel: Woo hoo for posting live. Now as for the Minnie shirt, that's not a LOUSY one--although the too-small sizing seems odd. (What is it with race shirts and their shifting sizes? Where's the uniform in uniform?) Too bad I'd have to actually earn a Minnie shirt to wear it. I can't wait to hear your scream-team stories.

Howard: Wow, that's a packed weekend, time-wise. I know you're having fun, and I hope you spend more time hanging out & enjoying the events than dwelling on the "opportunity cost." (See, you've expanded my vocabulary.)

Amy: Thanks for popping in with the 5K news. I so loved hearing that Anne, as always, is a WISH ambassador. Great news about Susan--I'm going to go over to her journal shortly and congratulate her. And I'm so glad to know that you're happy with your 5K time--I expected no less than total support from Scott. He's one of the truly good guys. (You both are, actually, but the gender thing tripped me up.)

As for me: I was largely missing from the DIS yesterday because we had several back-to-back appointment to look at places. And yes, we're still searching for a new place to call (our temporary) home. Every person we made appointments with--whether rental agents, large-scale property managers, or independents--was late to the appointment. And in one case, a no-show! (When we called after 10 minutes, the assistant said in the passive voice, "The appointment wasn't written down." I told DOOD, "We wrote it down, so I don't know what she's talking about.") So, we've scheduled more appointments with new folks next week and are hopeful now that tenants have had to give their end of April notices. Meanwhile, I've come up with this theory about rentals--the later the agent is to the appointment, the worse the condition of the apartment/house. So far, it holds true. I'll keep you updated.

As far as running, I'm officially in taper & today was my 8 miler. Unfortunately it was indoors as it was raining here, so my motivation wasn't too strong. Still, I finished it in 96 minutes, which included a 5-minute warm-up, and felt good. (I'm not fast, but I hope to work on increasing my speed a bit post my 1/2 marathon.) I also ran intervals and used Claire's suggestion of fronting the intervals and ending with a straight run. I didn't quite do that, but I was able to increase my intervals during the second half of my run. I hope to be able to do some variation of this during the race, as it worked out well for me. So thanks Claire!

[mkymsehi]

Princess #1 PR'd in her race today. (er, it was her first race ever :lmao:).

17:32 for 50 meter swim, 1.1 mile bike ride, and .3 mile run. Immediately following the race, when asked if she wanted to do another race, she said she had to think about it.


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Scream Team :cheer2:

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[FireDancer]

Debra- Conventional wisdom says Jose is going to Inter but it isn’t confirmed. I had thought it would be Barça and now that they have confirmed they will be changing managers who knows. Get over that spring cold.

Dave- Congrats on the job.

Jeff- First race, nice. I like seeing kids out there with the running (or it appears swimming) bug. I haven’t done a beach run but then again at most of our beaches you have a pretty good chance of seeing more dead fish and hepatitis needles than sand that isn’t exactly surprising.

As far as I go it has turned into quite the rainy Saturday. I had a wet 5K today that had PR written all over it. Unfortunately I ended up 7 seconds short. With only one race to go before vacation I will have to wait until June for another shot at a PR. Unfortunately my only remaining race this month is wayyyyyy too hilly for a PR.

Hope everyone at WDW had a good Minnie 5K and will have good 15Ks tomorrow.

[aladdinsgirl]

Come join us for a new week!!

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Krista