Linda's New Goal:Wt.155 + pace 9:30 = DONALD 2011(Motivators welcome)

[momof2minnies]

Yes the time is here to get back into shape and not the round one I am now. I want to be 155 by the 1/2 and decrease my pace to 9:30 for the race.

Ran 3 miles today in 31:12, a 10:24 pace- OUCH!!!!!!!!!! I did not want to push since it has been 2 months since I ran maybe more since it was at Expedition Everest I ran last.Biked for 3 miles after the run too.

I hope to keep track here everyday as I had in the old journal but the puppy keeps me so busy it is crazy- my dds were easier.

Everyone who has supported me in the past here please continue it makes a huge difference to have people chiming in on my journal.I will do the same for you.

Have a great day everyone,
Linda



Wt today 168.4 ugh. I am so uncomfortable it is not funny- time to move it.

[VernRDH]

Linda:hug: my friend, good to see you again!

Sorry about the weight, I know what its like. I have been holding at 160 during my training, know that I won't be able to lose again until after my half in October.

9:30 pace, I am confident you can do it! I am trying for that for my Oct half, we will see how it goes.

I will check in on you, keep you motivated!

[eyor44]

Hello! :wave2:

I will be doing the 1/2 also, but as a walker, so I will be waaaaaay behind you. I am aiming for 12 minutes this year. I was down to 13.5 before the 1/2 this past January, but the cold we experienced really did a number on me.

Good luck with your training. 18.5 weeks to go.:thumbsup2

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Lisa and Veronica for stopping by!

Ran today 3 miles in 30:23, a 10:07 pace then biked for 3 all out.Only 2 days of moving and I feel so much better and not as tight.My hip flexors had been killing me and I feel them loosening up already.

Wt 166.2 today

Went for a dip in the pool after too and that was great- water is still so warm.

Have a great one

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great job getting back into the swing of things, Linda!!!:cheer2: I know you CAN accomplish your goals!:thumbsup2 :cheer2:

Hope you have a wonderful day!:hug:

[eyor44]

great time!:cheer2: and then to bike and swim. Love how you are able to do lots of different training on one day. :goodvibes

[momof2minnies]

Ran 3 miles today- boy it is hot! 28:56, a 9:38 pace I think it said, then biked for 3 miles.


Linda

[redlight]

You're getting close to your goal pace!

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Redlight but I meant for all 13.1 miles for the 1/2-

No running today, leaving for DD18 college soccer game soon and need to catch up on others journals.

Linda

[lolakat]

Hi there, I'm going to the half too but it will be my first ever and I'll be nowhere near as fast as you. If my pace is less than 16 min/mile I'll be a happy camper

It sounds like you are ready to take on your goals head on :cheer2:

I look forward to following along with you!

[eyor44]

Hi, how's it been going? Have you been able to get in your runs?

[momof2minnies]

Hi Lisa ran 3 miles today- 30:14, a 10:04 pace then rode my bike for 3 miles. Wt. back up to 168.2 this weekend was a bust as far as food and exercise.I started fall cleaning early and can't seem to do both- I get out of bed and start right in then don't want to run after.

Oh well today's a new day.

Linda

[lolakat]

Holiday weekends are murder for diet and exercise but today surely is a new day! Great to hear you got your run in today. Keep up the great work. :yay:

[toystoryduo]

Great job getting your bike ride and run in yesterday!:cheer2:

Have a wonderful Wednesday!:grouphug:

[momof2minnies]

Ran 3 miles today in 28:18, a 9:26 pace. Rode my bike for 3 too. Wt not so great up to 169.4- WRONG WAY scale!

Not eating right at all. Need to focus.I have to say our new puppy stresses me out more than the kids ever did- she's whining right now!

Linda

[lolakat]

Puppies sure are a lot of work. Our dog is about 8 years old now and I don't know if I would have it in me to take on a puppy again.

Glad to hear you are getting your runs it now you just have to tell that scale to cooperate!

[toystoryduo]

I hear you on the puppy thing, Linda. :hug: We got a puppy this year and training her has been quite an adventure. :eek: Our dogs were 13 and 14 years old when they passed away last year so I had forgotten how much energy puppies have and how much stuff they get into. Sending some puppy :wizard::wizard::wizard::wizard: your way.

Great job on your run yesterday!:cheer2:

Hope you have a nice weekend!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Ran for 3 today in 29:19, a 9:46 pace- a little slower than yesterday then rode for 3 miles. I just came in from walking the puppy for a hour to wear her out.I have her on a schedule like I had the kids. We use the crate and it works well.

Time to hit the shower then my favorite- grocery shopping- UGH!

Linda

[momof2minnies]

3 miles in 29:40 a 9:53 pace, not great but I was out there so I feel good about that. No bike today, I have to bring my DD to her friends.

Will walk the pup though when I get back.

Linda

[VernRDH]

Hey Linda-

Sorry I haven't checked in for a while-but with our trip to Cali and the DL half, I have been off track for the last week.

Glad to see your runs are going well, sorry about the weight. I gained 5 lbs:scared1: while we were away. And since I am not running this week, it is a true battle.

I promise to check in more often. I need to get my journal going again too.

[lolakat]

Glad to hear you could get in your run this morning. Have fun with the puppy!

[momof2minnies]

Thanks for checking in Veronica and Lola!

3 miles today in 29:00 a 9:40 pace- I need to drop the weight I gained since June to really kick up my pace I guess- not working otherwise.

3 miles on the bike too.

Beautiful out today- fall is coming.

Out for a walk now with Kaya the crazy puppy.

Linda

[eyor44]

Hi Linda, I am really impressed with your pace. and the fact that you walk, bike and then walk the dog. :thumbsup2 Don't even understand about the scale going the wrong way with all you do. Maybe it's broke......::yes::

[momof2minnies]

Ha Lisa I wish I could blame it on the scale but I continually sabatoge myself by eating junk.I could write a book about eating right, losing wt and exercise but for some reason continue to do this to myself.

I eat mostly lousy when I am frustrated, bored and in front of TV as most people do.

I did run 3 miles today in 29:05, a 9:40 ish pace- I didn't check today and then walked the pup- of course she stops every 10 feet to sniff so it really is not much of a walk exercise wise.

Wt 166.0

Linda

[eyor44]

Your running pace is good. Where do you run, treadmill or track or neighborhood. I find my best pace is at the track, of course, I don't have a treadmill.

[momof2minnies]

I run around the neighborhood.Hoping to get out today.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

3 miles in 29:23, a 9:47 pace.This weight has got to go.Biggest Loser starts tonight so hopefully I can use it as motivation- not much else is working these days.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great running pace, Linda!:thumbsup2 Keep up the good work!:cheer2:

How is your puppy?

[lolakat]

If you feel like you have the running routine down pat but stuggle with the eatting piece have you ever thought about joining a "diet group"? I've always liked WW because I do well with the accountability of a weigh in every week. Whenever I try to do it on my own I just can't muster the disipline to stay on plan for very long. If you don't like WW maybe there is a nutritional group meeting in your area. Sometimes community centers or churches will sponser them.

[eyor44]

great pace, you are going to do awesome at the 1/2. :goodvibes

[momof2minnies]

Just a quick fly by- 3 mile run in 30 mins- 10 min pace I don't know what is going on here but not happy.3 miles on the bike.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Ran 3 miles in 29:15, a 9:45 pace then 3 on the bike.

Wt 164.4, lost some but need to keep focused.

Have a good weekend everyone
Linda

[momof2minnies]

What a day out there! I wish it was here to stay- everyday!

Ran 3 miles today, felt really good and thought yesterday's day off did me good.Well my time was not what I would have expected compared to how I felt.Time was 29:40, a 9:53 pace- a little disappointed in that but I do need to lose a couple pounds so maybe there is the diiference.

Glad to be back out there on a regular basis though.Wt 163.4

Linda

[VernRDH]

Keep at it Linda, it will come back!

[toystoryduo]

It sounds like you had a good run yesterday! Woohoo!!!:cheer2: Keep up the good work and you'll see that 9:30 pace soon!:thumbsup2

I hope you have a nice day!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

3 miles in 29:35, a 9:51 pace then 3 on my bike.

Linda

[lolakat]

Great to see you are gettin out there regularly! Good for you:thumbsup2

I was wondering, what's your technique for working on speed. I've been thinking about adding some speed intervals into my short runs starting next week so I've been reading about all the different options. It is all totally new to me so I'm wondering what your experience has been.

[momof2minnies]

Pouring buckets out there- no running today.

Elliptical x45 minutes- felt like a good workout, a little cross training today.

Lola,
I don't do speed work like I should following a training schedule, my goal is always to try to go faster than the last day I ran- sometimes it works, sometimes not.
I am 5-6 lbs heavier than I was running my fastest in the spring.It is like carrying a 5lb bag of suger with me when I run that I didn't carry in the spring.

Linda

[lolakat]

I always liked the eliptical. I'm sure it gives you a good cross training work out.

That sounds like a simple enough plan for speed! I guess I will just try out a few different methods and see what works best for me. I am carring a lot more "sugar" than you are. :rotfl:

[momof2minnies]

I always liked the eliptical. I'm sure it gives you a good cross training work out.

That sounds like a simple enough plan for speed! I guess I will just try out a few different methods and see what works best for me. I am carring a lot more "sugar" than you are. :rotfl:

Lola that made me laugh out loud!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[toystoryduo]

Great job on the elliptical today!:thumbsup2 Hope the sun comes out for you soon!:sunny:

[momof2minnies]

Elliptical x 45 minutes- the rain continues and it is so dark outside.Tomorrow looks better so I hope I can get a run in before we leave for my DD18 soccer game in NH

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Hope the sun is out for you today! :sunny:

Have a great weekend!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Well it had been a week since I did anything so yesterday I went out for 3 miles- did it in 29:39, a pretty consistant number for me these days at a 9:52 pace, oh well I went out there anyway.

Then rode my bike for 3 miles.

On track to do the same today but I am sore from yesterday plus being on all fours washing the kitchen floor, hall and mudroom- glad that's done.

Have a good one

Linda

[lolakat]

Glad to hear the rain finally lifted so you coud get out there!!

[eyor44]

Hi Linda
Looks like you are being very consistent with your exercise and the weight is steadly going down. Both very good things!:thumbsup2

How was DD's soccer game? What position does she play? My DS and DN both play keeper. DN is in her first year of her college team.

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Lola and Lisa!

Lisa -my DD is a striker(both feet) and center mid.It is a tough season the team is awful and the coach brought her on to score goals but you can't do it alone- there are 10 other people out there.She is very frustrated at this point.

Ran 3 today but my Garmin died .25 miles in- not used to not watching my pace- felt good in a way.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

WOW What a day! Ran 3 miles in 29:08, a 9:42 pace then biked 3 then walked the pup.

Wt=162.6

Linda

[eyor44]

I think you have a really great pace going there. :thumbsup2

[momof2minnies]

Did not get to post yesterday but ran 3 miles in 28:27, a 9:28 pace- getting there, finally!
Then rode for 3 miles and walked the puppy again.


I will do the elliptical today, no running it is pouring out there- I guess hurricane Paula is moving through.

Linda

[lolakat]

Glad to hear you are making the pace you are looking for! Keep up the good work :cheer2:

[toystoryduo]

Great pace, Linda! :cheer2: Hope you have a nice weekend!:hug:

[eyor44]

Great pace Linda! :banana: Way to go on reaching it. :thumbsup2 So Paula came up to you all? I lost track of it. Stay safe. :hug:

[momof2minnies]

Yesterday was the OFFICIAL first day of training for the 1/2 for me.Did 3 miles in 28:32, did not check pace but must be around 9:30.

Linda

[VernRDH]

:thumbsup2Linda!!! Great pace there lady!!

Do you know of any good half marathons in May or June in MA, VT or NY? I am looking for something for the spring.

[lolakat]

Happy first day of training!! Sounds like you are right on track for your pace!

[eyor44]

Great pace Linda! You are doing awesome! :banana:

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Ladies!!! Ran 3 miles today in 28:30, a 9:30 pace.Then did 15 minutes on the elliptical once I came in from the run.No bike today the wind is back and it is cold.Still wearing shorts out there though, can't resist- winter is too long.

Walked the pup- first time seeing alot of leaves blowing, it was so cute.

Linda

[eyor44]

Great pace Linda! How did the pup like the wind and cold?

[momof2minnies]

Lisa
the puppy does better in this weather otherwise we stop at every mailbox to rest in the heat- she gets a good pace going now.

Ran 3 miles today in 28:42, a little slower but a pace of 9:34.Tomorrow 4 miles.

Linda

[VernRDH]

Looking good Linda!!! Keep up the good work!

I agree the colder weather does seem to move the dog along, mine hates the cold, so he is more inclined to get things done and go back inside.

[momof2minnies]

First LR yesterday- 4 miles did it in 39:18, a 9:49 pace then the elliptical


Wt=163 this am- all over the place.

Linda

[lolakat]

Great job with the long run. :thumbsup2

I wish my dog would walk better on the leash. We just alternate between him pulling us along and him draging behind. I could never do any kind of meaningful exercise with him.

[momof2minnies]

Ya Lola my dog stops to smell everything in sight so no heart rate raising exercise here either.LOL!

Ran 3 today in 29:30, did not check pace- definately slower, it was 20 degrees warmer than it has been and man could I feel it.

Bike for 3+ miles

Linda

[eyor44]

You are really keeping a good pace Linda.

I love walking with my dog. She will walk briskly for the most part. She has learned that it isn't pleasant to stop and I keep walking. She is almost 10 though and beginning to slow down and she can't do more than 2 miles.

[toystoryduo]

Great pace, Linda!:thumbsup2 Keep up the good work!:cheer2:

Have a wonderful Wednesday!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Ladies!
Raining cats and dogs so did the elliptical x 45 mins today and worked up a great sweat.

Work tomorrow so no running.

Linda

[eyor44]

Glad you were able to work out despite the rain. Good show!:thumbsup2

[momof2minnies]

Wt today 161.8! Almost to the 150s again! WOOHOO!

Off to work now, everyone have a good day

Linda

[VernRDH]

:thumbsup2 Great job Linda:banana:

[lolakat]

Great job Linda:thumbsup2 You are already about half way to your goal!

[toystoryduo]

Way to go, Linda!!!!:cheer2:

[momof2minnies]

Ran 3 miles in 29:02, a 9:40 pace then did the elliptical x 15 mins at running pace.

Going to walk the pup now before she has a complete meltdown here!

Wt=161.4

Linda

[momof2minnies]

On Saturday ran 3 miles forgot the time but then did elliptical x15 at running pace.


Sunday LR day I did 4 miles in 38:29, a 9:37 pace and then run on the elliptical x 15 mins.Done riding the bike for now the wind has been miserable already.


Wt=160.6

Off to work- ugh!

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Ran 3.5 miles in 32:50, a 9:22 pace.Took the bike out and 1/4 mile in knew it was a bad decision.It was too windy and I think I need a new bike- air won't stay in the tires and I have a squeak I cannot seem to oil right.

Oh well it was exercise.

Wt=160.4

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Been running , biking and doing the elliptical but not getting here too much to post.


Ran 3.5 miles today in 32:30, a 9:17 pace then ran for 15 mins on the elliptical at level 3.

Wt=160.4, have to bust that plateau!


Linda

[momof2minnies]

5 mile LR today in 48:18, a 9:37 pace then the elliptical.

41 and sunny, still wearing shorts, gotta love it!


Wt=159.6 WOOHOO! Getting there!

Linda

[lolakat]

Looks like you are moving off the plateau!! Great work. :thumbsup2

[VernRDH]

Nice work Linda!!! I am a wimp, I have been wearing my tights for a while. Yesterday morning I went out with a long sleeve shirt with a short sleeve over it, a windbreader, fleece headband and mittens. Took the mittens off by mile 1, but everything else stayed on.

[momof2minnies]

Nice work Linda!!! I am a wimp, I have been wearing my tights for a while. Yesterday morning I went out with a long sleeve shirt with a short sleeve over it, a windbreader, fleece headband and mittens. Took the mittens off by mile 1, but everything else stayed on.

I guess I just want to be in denial about what is coming!HA!HA!Pouring today-great day to go to work.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Worked Monday and Tuesday so o exercise.

Yesterday ran 3.5 in 33:56, a 9:41 pace then did elliptical and went for a walk .

Today ran 3.5 in 33:16, a 9:30 pace, did the elliptical and going for a walk later with the pup.


Wt=159.8

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great pace, Linda!!!:cheer2:

How are thing going with your puppy?

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!:hug:

[VernRDH]

Nice pace Linda! :thumbsup2

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Tracy and Veronica- the puppy is doing well, we love her to death.

Ran my 6 mile LR yesterday in 56:19, a 9:23 pace- love the ipod! Then biked 5 and did a mini walk with the puppy- she loves it so much I feel guilty if I don't.

Wt=160.4, pizza this weekend and old fashioned molasses cookies- MMM! Thanks Mom and Dad.

Linda

[lolakat]

Your pace is looking great! You are right on your goal!!

Molasses cookies sound yummy. My DH tried molasses pie while traveling in Montreal and says it was one of the best things he ever tasted.

[momof2minnies]

Just ran 4 miles in 38:07, a 9:31 pace then the elliptical. Rainy but 48 degrees- still in shorts, Nov.16th awesome!

Wt=160.0

Linda

[toystoryduo]

You are doing such a great job, Linda!!!:cheer2: You are definitely going to make both of your goals!:thumbsup2

I hope you have a nice evening!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Wind and more wind!!!! Ran 4 miles in 37:55, a 9:28 pace then the elliptical x 30 mins.

Calculated my splits for the 1/2 and hope to finish in 2:10, I am worried about the crowd at the start, it kind of really throws it off because you can't really get a pace going until mile 4 or so.

Wt=159.8

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great pace, Linda!:cheer2:

Glad to hear that your puppy is doing well!:goodvibes

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Ran my 7 mile LR in 1:06:49, a 9:32 pace.I will take that.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Ran Wed and Thursday- Wed not so good- 4.5 miles in 44:18, I felt like I had on lead boots.Yesterday not so bad 4.5 miles in 42:28, a 9:26 pace.

Now I am sick- sore throat and achy all over.My DD16 had it too.At least today is a planned rest day anyway.Lots of leftover desserts- ugh! Right now none of it sounds good- hope it stays that way.

Hope everyone had a happy turkey day!!!

Linda

[toystoryduo]

A 9:26 pace?!?!?! Woohoo!!!!!:cheer2: Fantastic job, Linda!!!!:banana:

I'm sorry to hear that you're not feeling well. :( Same here...Sore throat, headache, sneezing, sinus pressure...UGH! It is the season though.:sick: I hope we're both feeling better and soon!:wizard:

Have a wonderful weekend!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Still battling this lousy cold, virus whatever it is- feel like poop!Did manage to go out for my 8 mile LR this am though probably only because it is really nice out there for Nov 28th.Did it in 1:17:05, a 9:38 pace- 2 mins plus faster than my planned split time.I would like a faster overall pace but feeling the way I do I will take it.

I know you are supposed to train 1.5- 2 mins slower than race pace but I just can't do it.

Wt=159.0

Linda

[VernRDH]

Nice run Linda! And a big :thumbsup2 on the weight! I put on a couple pounds this week with all the eating, back to WW today.

Keep up the good work and hope you are feeling better soon!:wizard:

[rubato]

Linda: I just read the whole journal and you're doing a great job! Great improvements on the pace and you're almost at your goal weight! Keep up the good work. I'll be doing Goofy, so I'll be right there with you! :thumbsup2

[lolakat]

Great LR Linda:thumbsup2 and great weigh in :thumbsup2

Hope your cold is feeling better soon.

[momof2minnies]

4 miles this morning in a monsoon! 37:52, a 9:28 pace.

Puppy was spade yesterday, poor thing.She is really doing well though.No walks for a while.

Still have this nasty cold- moved to my chest. It is 58 degrees out right now and humid- Ah New England!

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great run yesterday!:cheer2:

I hope you start feeling better soon!:wizard:

Have a great Thursday!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

5 miles today in 47:03, a 9:24 pace.Did the elliptical after that. Feeling better but not 100%

31 degrees and sunny not bad out there.

Linda

[lolakat]

Great run! especially since you are not feeling 100% yet. You get extra points for running in the cold and rain. I've haven't tried running in the rain yet but it can't be much fun.

[momof2minnies]

Rest day today- going to get a xmas tree.We are so late this year, we usually have it up by now.

Wt=158.8

Linda

[toystoryduo]

You are doing a great job, Linda!:cheer2: Keep up the good work!:cheer2:

How are you feeling? I hope you are feeling much better soon!:wizard:

How's your puppy doing?

Have a great Saturday and have fun getting your Christmas tree!!:santa:

[rubato]

Enjoy your rest day. It is probably much needed! Have fun getting the tree.
Great job continuing to lose!!!!:thumbsup2

[momof2minnies]

9 mile LR today in 1:26:34, a 9:37 pace.It is actually still kind of nice out there for Dec.5th.I remember my first 10 mile run in 2008 in early Dec. we had tons of snow already and the kids had snow days this week.

Linda

[VernRDH]

Nice job Linda! I went out for a run today too-windy and chose a hilly route. Wasn't concerned about time, just enjoying the run.

[lolakat]

Nice long run Linda :thumbsup2

[momof2minnies]

Ran 5 miles this morning- no music and what a difference in pace!
Did it in 48:39, a 9:43 pace- ugh!


Oh well it is done- now time to get ready to do some xmas shopping



Linda

[lolakat]

Music really helps to keep the mind distracted and the feet moving doesn't it? I've been looking at a local half marathon that is in a beautiful area but doesn't allow head phones. I'm not sure I could run that long without music and, of course, the constant feedback from my NikePlus.

Great job getting the miles in even if your pace wasn't quite where you want it.

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Lola! Did only 3 miles today because tomorrow will be my 10 mile LR instead of Sunday- we have wicked weather coming.Ran it in 27:35, a 9:11 pace- I did think it was faster than that, I felt good I guess knowing it was only 3 miles- HaHa!

Then did the elliptical and walked the pup

Wt could be better but my diet could be too-159.8


Linda

[lolakat]

I love that you say "wicked." It reminds me of my good friend from Maine.

Great pace on your 3 miles :thumbsup2

I have a 10 mile LR this weekend too. Is this your longest run before the 1/2? My training plan has it set up that way but the taper seems too long to me. I'm thinking about doing another long one next week, maybe 11 or 12 miles then cut back to 8 miles on the 25th and 5 miles on the 1st for the taper. But I really have no experience with this. What's your plan?

[rubato]

Linda: Great pace on the 3 miler! Good luck with the 10. :thumbsup2

[momof2minnies]

Lola
My plan calls for 10 as my LR the week before the 1/2 but I rearranged it so I am doing 10 today then 11 next week then 12 then prob 6 the week before.I find that where you stop your LRs is where you feel the wall- mostly in the full- My longest run was 18 miles because of the weather and being sick and at mile 19 oh boy I felt it.

Good luck out there this weekend.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Good luck on your 10 miler today, Linda!:cheer2:

[momof2minnies]

10 miles done- getting closer to the race!!! Did it in 1:35:43, a 9:34 pace.feels good to have that out of the way-11 next week, hope the weather still cooperates.

Wt.=157.4 woohoo!

Linda

[rubato]

That's a GREAT pace!!!
And, you are so close to your goal. :woohoo:

[lolakat]

Great job on the 10 miler. Your pace is fantastic.

Thanks for the advice. I think I'm going to add in one more LR next weekend to get me closer to the full 13 miles.

[momof2minnies]

Ran 5 miles today in 47:16, a 9:27 pace in the wind.Then did the elliptical x 15 mins all out then abs.Off to work now for a 1/2 day.


Linda

[momof2minnies]

3 miles in 27:26, a 9:08 pace.

Have a good day everyone

Linda

[VernRDH]

Nice pace Linda!! You are going to do great at the half!!

Are you going to run Oleksak again? I am thinking of doing it with a few ladies from the runners blog group. I would love to meet up with you if you go!

[momof2minnies]

Veronica
I would definately love to do that one with you.It is nice scenary, first 4 miles are hills but after that really nice.Are the ladies from the Dis maybe I know them?

Linda

[momof2minnies]

11 miles done yesterday in 1:45:34, a 9:34 pace.I am all alone out there with no obstacles or people, I am concerned my time will be thrown off by the crowd at the start- I know it is hard to find your pace for the 1st 4 miles or so for the non elite.

Can anyone offer suggestions?

Wt=158, I have to say I have not been 100% accountable here.

Linda

[rubato]

Linda, Congrats on your time for the 11. That's a great pace. I may have missed it, but what time are you hoping for in the half?
I haven't run at Disneyworld yet, but yes, it does seem that the crowds play a major role. The good news is that they force you to run negative splits. I am planning on just taking it easy for those first miles and advancing through the crowd as the opportunities arise. Then, I'll step it up for the rest.

[momof2minnies]

Going for 2:10 but hope to do better- I hope to make my way to the front of the corral??? Not sure if it possible but will try.The crowd kept me at a 12:00 min mile for a while-ugh, hope I can move around this year.Walkers,not all, but many were side by side all over the course instead of say staying to the right and it was hard to get through.I know in Runnersworld they have mentioned walkers and how it should be a rule- walkers on one side.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Way to go on your 11 mile run!:cheer2: Hope you have a great day ahead!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Well today is my 45 th birthday and I had the worst run of the year- the wind for one thing but then I set out to run 5 miles but quit at 3.5.I never do that! My knees were killing me, my legs felt like I was wearing cement shoes- what the heck? @ weeks away from the race and I can't do this now.

I have to say last night I had a pizza and Italian bread fest- I hope that is it.I have said sometimes pizza works for me but this time no.

Did great today on food- need to eat clean for the next 2 weeks.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Happy Birthday, Linda! :bday:

I know yesterday's run wasn't what you wanted it to be, but please don't be discouraged about it. :hug: You have been doing such a great job with all of your runs this year! :cheer2: You are rockin' the pace! :rockband:

I hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas!:santa:

[momof2minnies]

Thank you Tracy- Today's run went much better, 5 miles in 47:00, a 9:24 pace.Hate the wind though.

Merry Christmas and Happy New year to everyone!

Wt=158, Hope it lasts the next few days- doing good so far-HAHA!


Linda

[momof2minnies]

WOW 10 days to go until we arrive at OKW!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ran the full 13.1 today to prove to myself that I could pull the time I want to, even if I get stuck in the crowd at the start.This is a huge fear of mine because I have been beating my splits and did not want to let myself down at the actual race.

Ran 13.1 in 2:06:02, a 9:37 pace- my goal is a 9:30 pace.I hope the fact that it was very windy and snowing plus hills I won't have in Florida, slowed me a little.

Now we are in the middle of a blizzard- glad the LRs are over.

Linda

[eyor44]

Hi Linda. Happy Belated Birthday to you!

Your training has been going very well and I think your pace is awesome. Yes, I would say that wind and hills slow you down a bit. I normally walk at a 13.5 mm, but Friday did 15 mm. :confused3 Then I realized that I was on a track where every 1/4 mile I walked up a very steep hill. Even though it felt like I was keeping pace, I wasn't.

I have a suggestion for the 1/2. Coming out of the shoot, lots of people (mainly men) head to the right woods line for a pit stop. :confused3 (Hello, there are portalets next to the corrals.) Anyway, maybe if you stayed on the left side of the group, there would be fewer people cutting in front of you going right. That is what I am going to try to do.

I agree that the walkers should stay to the right and not walk more than two abreast, but I don't think a lot of people understand races and the prodicol that goes along.

[toystoryduo]

Congrats on running the 13.1 yesterday!!!:cheer2: That's a great pace and you were running in the cold, wind, and snow! :thumbsup2 You are definitely going to make your goal in Florida! ::yes::

How is the weather out your way? Please be careful if you have to travel. :hug:

I hope you have a nice day today!:hug:

[eyor44]

Hey, how's the weather up your way? When do you travel? How's the last few days of training going?

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Tracy and Lisa training went well this year since the weather really cooperated until this past Sunday.We got about 6 inches but it is icy now.Ran 3 miles in 28:18, a 9:26 pace, had to keep adjusting speed because of the ice and snow on the roads still.

Hope the weather will be good for travel.We leave a week from today.

I will keep alternating between 3 and 5 miles until I leave.I am done with work until Jan 13th, so I have no excuse- also did the elliptical x 15 mins all out.

DH bought me a new bike for xmas- Specialized is the brand.We picked it up today- I can't wait for spring.

Wt=158.6

Linda

[rubato]

Linda: Wow! You are doing great on your running. If you've already beaten your race goal just with training, I'm certain you can do it on race day. I, like you, like to be prepared for the races. But, this time I won't be. Oh well.
That bad run you had is perfectly normal. I've had some runs where I cried all the way home. Really.

And, happy belated birthday!!!!!!!

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Tandy! Unfortunately now I am under the weather- sore throat, slept for 2 hrs yesterday and still feel blah.It is supposed to be 51 degrees today so I do plan on going out for 6 maybe- hopefully in shorts- have to it's 51!

My Zicam is not working this time.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Did run 6 miles today- still have sore throat- ugh! Ran it in 55:58, a 9:19 pace.It was gorgeous out there 41 degrees when I went and I wore shorts! New Years day what a hoot!

We leave on Thursday and so far weather here will be OK- keeping my fingers crossed.No weather shift here or in Orlando!!!

Wt=157.8

Linda

[VernRDH]

Nice work Linda!! You are going to do fabulous at WDW!!!

Weather here was great today-I ran a half in a short sleeve shirt and tights. Could have worn short though.

[lolakat]

Hi Linda,
Just finished catching up from the last few weeks. Your pace is awsome. I hope you are able to navigate the crowds and make your goal. Won't you be in a corral ahead of the walkers? I have so little experience I really don't know what to expect but I will do my best to stay out of everyone's way. :)

[momof2minnies]

Hi Lola you are probably right about the corral. I forgot last year I was in the back because I ran with my brother who had no prior experience. I should be ahead of them this year.

Running 3 miles today and that is it until I hit the WORLD tomorrow morning- WOOHOO!!!!!!!!

Leaving at 5 am for a 7:30 flight!!!

Taking antibiotics so feeling much better today.

Good luck everyone!

Linda

[momof2minnies]

3 miles in 27:30,a 9:10 pace- I'll take it!

And that's a wrap- 2011 5k and1/2 here we come!!!!

Wt=158.2 didn't quite make the 155 but I have not been completely on track all the time either or I think I would have.

Linda

[eyor44]

Hey Linda
How are you feeling? Ready to go? It's almost time. :banana: I hope to see you there. If not, have a great time. :goodvibes

[toystoryduo]

Have a wonderful time in Disney, Linda!:cloud9: We'll be cheering you on from Ohio!:cheer2:

[VernRDH]

Linda can't wait to hear all about your race! I know you did fabulous, you trained well and were prepared. Guess the weather was a bit better than last year huh?

[momof2minnies]

Hello friends we made it back yesterday before the storm. The weather was awesome for the race.I did the 1/2 in 2:11:46, 1:46 off my goal- that was only because I stopped for drinks(which I never do during training)because after the 5k on Friday I had a bottle of Powerade and it went through me all day Friday- I had to drink on Saturday because I was dehydrated to start.

The 5k I did in 27:52, my goal was to be in the 27s.I was a great time but I am done with the January winter races.

Now we are shoveling out of 14 inches of nasty white stuff- where are the palm trees??????????

Linda

[lolakat]

Hi Linda,

Congrats on your great finish. Sorry to hear about the GI issues but it looks like you kept a great pace in spite of the dehydration. I really enjoyed the 5k and the half. For me it was all new and just so much fun. Why are you done with the January races? I thought the weather we had was perfect this year.

Good luck diging out. We are still melting our way out of the ice storm here and I am missing the 60 degree Florida afternoons.

[toystoryduo]

Congratulations, Linda!!!:cheer2: Way to go!!!:thumbsup2 I am so proud of you! :hug:

We got a ton of snow too! :cold: I am so ready for spring! :sunny:

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Lola and Tracy! Lola you are right the weather this year was awesome for training but this is my 3rd year and watching the weather and worrying has gotten old.Who knows I may change my mind??? Taking a trip at that time is the pits too- girls wanted some color to go back to school with and it just was not great weather.I want to be able to hang by the pool if I am there too.

Hope everyone who went had a great time.

Linda

[rubato]

Linda: Congrats on both races. Sorry you didn't get your time due to hydration. At least the weather was great for running. It could have been hot, and then, maybe you would have had some real problems.
Great jpb!

[momof2minnies]

Have not done a thing since the 1/2. We are covered in about 10 inches plus of snow and ice-yuck.No motivation here.Need to get back to the gym and start spinning.

Wt yesterday=161.4.

Linda

[eyor44]

Hey! You did the 5K also? We probably passed each other so many times. :rotfl:
Sorry you had the hydration problem. I hear you on watching the weather and wondering, but Disney is so much fun. Maybe if you decide to go back next year, we can meet up.

But, you finished both and in great times. :banana:

[momof2minnies]

Ugh just a lazy couch potato here-the weather does not help.Need to get to the gym but that is such a chore compared to going out for a run here.

Need to stay on these boards and stay accountable.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Did the elliptical x 45 mins yesterday then ran on the treadmill x 15mins.Felt good to do something finally.


Wt=160 It really should be worse.I can tell you everything is very much redistributed in that short amount of time.

Linda

[lolakat]

Great job on the elliptical and the run.:thumbsup2 I found it hard to get moving again after the half too but it feels good to get back into it.

Hope your weather improves soon. This has been a brutal winter all around. At least the groundhog says Spring will be here soon!

[toystoryduo]

Great job on your workout, Linda!:cheer2:

[momof2minnies]

Back at the gym today for a 45 minute spin class-love it!!! Can't wait to get outside on my new bike but that will probably be June with all this nasty white stuff!

Wt=160.4

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great job on the spin class!:cheer2:

I hear you on the weather. I sure hope the groundhog was right and that we'll see spring very soon. :sunny:

Have a nice evening!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

I don't want to get lost here so bumping myself back up.I have been spinning and that's all right now.Feels good to be back at the gym though.

Wt=160.0

We lost our 46 year old neighbor 2 days ago- we are in shock.He was a great guy- we will miss him.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

I'm so sorry to hear about your neighbor, Linda. :hug: Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.:grouphug:

[momof2minnies]

Thank you Tracy.

Going to the gym running and spinning but eating is out of this world.My DH on the other hand is kicking some serious butt- we are never on the same page at the same time when it comes to weight loss.

Linda

[VernRDH]

Hey Linda!

Sorry about your neighbor-that is way to young.

I hear ya on the eating-though I have been doing better since I started using FitDay again. I think the calorie counting works for me, it seems to keep me in check better than the WW points, but I still count those too (in my head!)

We got 13 inches of snow on Friday and another 4 overnight last night. I am so ready for spring, I am dying to get out and run, but due to the conditions, its just not possible yet.

Keep up the good work!

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Veronica

Spinning and running at the gym- wt the same,160.2. I started weights again and feel alot better.Need to be more focused on not snacking at night- that is my issue.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Off to work today, no exercise but back down to 159.2- Time for shorts soon,need to keep it up.At 45 it is tough to keep this going but boy I feel a heck of alot better than when I am not doing it.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Hey everyone!!!! Still running and spinning at the gym.Weights too.That make a great difference in how I feel.

Good news is snow is almost gone-raining today so here's hoping it goes by tomorrow!!!!

Shorts to the gym today-WOOHOO!


Wt 160.4 Snacking still a problem.

Booked a Disney cruise for April 2012 for myself and DD for her graduation present-just the girls on the Dream!!!

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great job getting your workouts in!:cheer2:

Yeah for snow melting and wearing shorts to the gym!:cheer2: It's almost spring!!! :sunny:

Woohoo for a Disney cruise!!:wizard: A girls only trip sounds like fun! princess:

[momof2minnies]

Went to the gym to do wts then home to run outside-54 degrees here and sunny.Ran in shorts.Did 3 miles in 28:18, a 9:26 pace.I will take it for now.


Linda

[momof2minnies]

Running,spinning and weights these days.Ran 5 miles outside today in 48:04, a 9:36 pace.Looking to do the boot camp they have at the gym.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great job on your run yesterday!:cheer2: How has the weather been out where you live? It was nice for a few days and now it's back to cold and sunny here. I can't wait for the spring warm-up! :sunny:

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Tracy- weather has been all over the place.Snow on Friday????

5 miles today in 46:57, a 9:23 pace then planks and push ups. Wt is stuck at 160.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Keeping myself bumped here-not much action on these boards these days.Maybe the nice weather after the long winter.

Still running, spinning and weights.Taking the bike out as soon as they clean the streets.

Wt 158.6

Linda

[lolakat]

Hi Linda, I'm glad to hear that spring has finaly found you after that extra long winter. Woo hoo for booking a Disney cruise:yay:. My family is about to take our first in 3 weeks. Can't wait. Hope you are able to get that road bike out soon. Enjoy the beautiful weather!!

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Lola! Hanging here at 160.0 lbs and frustrated as hell.

My DH has lost 20 lbs or more-no fair!!!!!!!

Linda

[momof2minnies]

5 miles in 48:21, a 9:40 pace.Did weights after at home,no gym today.

160.2


Linda

[momof2minnies]

5 miles yesterday in 47:28, a 9:29 pace-the wind sucks,there is no other way to say it.

3.1 miles today in 29:02 not sure of the pace I plugged in 3 miles instead of 3.1

Did weights first, not such a good idea to do legs before a run.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great job getting those runs in, Linda!:cheer2: Keep up the good work!!!:cheer2:

I hope you and your family have a nice Easter weekend!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Tracy-looks like we are alone here,not much support elsewhere :( Oh well I will keep plugging along.

Spinning,running and weights and sticking to a low carb way of eating.

Wt=157

What a day yesterday-out for less than 2 hrs and I am cooked.Not good, I really did not expect that, I am not a burner.

Linda

[toystoryduo]

You're doing great, Linda! Keep up the good work!:cheer2:

We had some nice weather here over the weekend. It was mostly cloudy and warm, but my DH and I both got sunburned anyhow. Hope you're feeling better today!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Great weather recently.Did weights today then went for a run but just did not have it in me.Did run 3 miles but felt awful.Did it in 29:43. Next time a scoop of peanut butter before the run.

Wt today is 156.2

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great job on your workouts, Linda!:cheer2:

Did you try the peanut butter before your run? Did it help?

Have a nice evening!:hug:

[toystoryduo]

Happy Mother's Day, Linda! :flower3:

[toystoryduo]

Stopping by to say hello! :wave: Hope all is well with you and your family, Linda!:hug:

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Tracy you too-not here much because you and I are the only ones here-not the support that was around last year.oh well people are busy I suppose.


I am probably done here unless I plan another Disney race.

Still running, spinning and weights. Wt=155.8

Linda

[toystoryduo]

Great job on your workouts and on your weigh-in, Linda!:cheer2:

I hope you'll stop by and post from time to time and let us know how you're doing. :hug: Are you doing the Disney marathon in 2012?

Have a wonderful day!:wizard:

[momof2minnies]

Hi Tracy-no marathon weekend in 2012.The training around here at that time of the year is brutal- I have to say last year was not that bad(first snow was while we were in WDW)and then the blizzard hit the night we got home-phew,made it just in time.

No races planned.

Have a great summer


Linda

[toystoryduo]

Hi Linda,

I bet the winter weather does make it hard to train for a marathon.

I can't believe how close that tornado was to your house! :eek: Thank God you and your family are okay!!!:grouphug: Did you sustain any damage to your home? The weather has been so scary across the nation this spring! :(

I am so glad that you and your family are okay!:grouphug:

Have a nice weekend and a GREAT summer ahead!:wizard:

[toystoryduo]

Stopping by to say hello, Linda! :wave: I hope you're having a great summer!:wizard:

[momof2minnies]

Hey there Tracy! Just stopping by to see if there was anything here.Hope you are well


Linda

[toystoryduo]

Thanks Linda!:hug: How has your summer been?

Have a wonderful Wednesday!:hug:

[toystoryduo]

Hi Linda,

How are you doing, my friend? Did you see any of the rain/storms from either Irene or Lee? I hope and pray that all is well with you and your family!:hug:

Enjoy the rest of your summer!:goodvibes

[momof2minnies]

Hey Tracy Thanks we are fine-did get wind and rain but not too bad.Just got back from POFQ for our 22nd anniversary-all by ourselves.That has not happened since the honeymoon.

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Welcome 2012-getting back into shape!!!!!!

Linda