APRIL has arrived and so have the SUPER GOOFS!

[groovygirls]

30 day shred on sale at Target this week!
I plan to get up 1/2 hour earlier and run when I get home.

Dream goal.... get the homeless to run with me during my lunch break.

 

[roselark]

Dream goal.... get the homeless to run with me during my lunch break.

 

[roselark]

Had an interesting workout yesterday. Learned two things: 1. I can run more than one minute at a time 2. It is not a good idea to run when I have not eaten for six hours

Yesterday was one of those dreary, lazy Saturdays. It was cool with periodic rain/drizzle and I was tired...all day. I get those days once every 3-4 months when I just feel run down and all I want to do is sleep.; which I did yesterday...a lot. I took a nap mid-morning and then pretty much laid about the rest of the afternoon. I was feeling better at about 5 and I decided I had better get my run in before the feeling went away. I got started and was still feeling good after my warm up, so I decided to test myself and see how long I could run without walking. I walked 2 min and then started running. I went slow, but I hit 7 min. I was still feeling pretty good and I could have done more, but I decided to walk a couple of minutes and then run the remaining 5 in a single set and then walk the rest at a good pace. Heh, well...my energy plummeted once I started walking again. I walked 2 min and started running again. I got 2 min in and had to walk. I was only half way through my workout and I was already beat. Those last 15 min were among the hardest I have done. I really had to force myself through it. I did cut my cool down short though. My calorie burn was a whole lot lower than normal too.

Lesson learned; guess these things really can only be learned from experience. I know that fuel is needed for exercise, but I underrated its importance since I am still only at 30 min (well, 45 with warm up and cool down) and my pace is still slow (I was at 4.5 but had to slow down to 4.0 when I increased the incline). Obviously I don't need to fuel up like I might for a race, but I cannot perform well if I am on empty. Performance is important for improvement and calorie burn.

I leave for the world on Wednesday. I am debating on whether I should try to get my runs in or not. I tend to have plantar fasciitis flare ups when I am there; I think it is all the standing. I don't want to push my luck with that, but I also am afraid of losing the progress I have made. My planned workouts would be Thursday, Saturday, and Tuesday. I will be home Tuesday afternoon and so I can workout then. It is just Thursday and Saturday I need to decide on.

 

[suzannews]

Good early morning Goofs! Hope everyone had a great weekend. It was beautiful here until a few hours ago when the thunderstorms, heavy rain and winds started. Glad I got home from work just in time and didn't have to drive in it!

Update on my medal from last Saturday's 10K...I was finally able to leave a voice message on the race directors cell phone on Wednesday. I said that I was following up on the email I sent and would like a response either by email or cell phone. Didn't hear back and was tempted to leave a bad review on active.com. Finally got an email on Sunday morning asking if I needed the "ribbon" also or just the medal. I responded that I needed both and asked if she needed my mailing address. Wondering how many days until she response or if I will ever get the medal. Still hoping though!

 

[groovygirls]

Not sure why you think that such a funny goal. I provide primary care to the homeless- I think it would be a great wellness program for anyone including those without a permanent place to live.

 

[jmasgat]

Yikes,

I could have sworn I posted something this weekend, but apparently not. Maybe it's because I don't have much to report!

Shan Hope DD's bridging ceremony went well. My DD was a girl scout til she finished eight grade--even went to Mexico to a GS place in Cuernavaca. She enjoyed herself. And here'shoping your energy holds out for the summer!

Nicky Glad the others have given you something to go on re: heart rate--I run without a watch or monitor, so I am absolutely no help. I think I would be afraid to see what a monitor said!

Joanne Good luck on training for Bay State. I am still on the fence on doing a BQ race, but if I do it will be Free Press marathon in October (same day--so if I do it we could be virtual training buddies!)--need those cool temperatures if I'm ever going to have a chance! I had almost ditched this goal, but then I ran Martian half and started to think again....

Rich That exertion scale cracked me up. Level 7 is me when I'm having a hot flash! Congrats on finishing the Pedal challenge--and for contrivuting buckets of miles towards our Disney goal!

Jeannette Glad your workout taught you something--and WTG on the running piece! As for training at Disney, I must admit that I tend to let it go. I consider all of the walking I do as XT. If you do that, don't stress too much about losing progress. You'll be fine.

Joanne (again) I have actually seen something on TV about a program for homeless runners. I can't remember where, but when I Googled to try and find out, there were LOTS of results. Looks like it is not an uncommon thing.

Suzanne Hope you get the medal sooner rather than later. Sounds like it will come.

As for me....place the deposit for my DS at USC, and now am considering the logistics of getting him to Orientation, getting him moved in, etc. This will take work--and be pricy! You'd think there would be cheap tickets to LA. Did a 7 mile LR yesterday. This is a taper week for me, and then try to PR the 10k on Saturday. Some days I feel like I'll do it, but others--meh. Wish I could have a "who cares" attitude, but I guess I'm too competitive with myself!

Maura

 

[DISaholic's]

As for me....place the deposit for my DS at USC, and now am considering the logistics of getting him to Orientation, getting him moved in, etc. This will take work--and be pricy! .... Did a 7 mile LR yesterday. This is a taper week for me, and then try to PR the 10k on Saturday. Some days I feel like I'll do it, but others--meh. Wish I could have a "who cares" attitude, but I guess I'm too competitive with myself!

Maura

Maura, My DS20 is 5 hrs away at college , can't imagine having him 5 or more States away!!. Good Luck, no matter what college is pricey. Hope your 10K goes well.

Jeanette Some workouts just go weird sometimes, esp if you stop to walk and think it will help, but it makes you just more tired. Had one of those days last week. It's an UGH day. Thank goodness its not always like that.

I did a 10miler on Saturday, didn't feel too bad. Then did a quick 3.5 with my hubby on Sunday in the rain. He runs faster than me so it makes me run faster. Now this morning my knees are acheing a bit, so may not run tonight, well see.

 

[roselark]

Not sure why you think that such a funny goal. I provide primary care to the homeless- I think it would be a great wellness program for anyone including those without a permanent place to live.

Sorry, hope I didn't offend! I did not realize you did that and were completely serious. I agree that running could be good for a lot of people, no matter their economic situation. I have to admit, though, I have never really thought about it in that way. I volunteer for a group that gathers donations for the local shelters and exercise apparel (running shoes, sports bras, etc) is not something I see very often.

I used to volunteer at the VA and I remember there was this homeless old veteran named Frank who used to come in. He was one of those crotchety old men who actually has a really good heart. He had some amazing stories. Anyway, when I read your statement, the first image that popped into my head was of a young, overzealous runner dressed in color-coordinated running apparel trying to drag Frank along in his long coat and fedora. That image brought back some good memories and amused me for the rest of the afternoon

 

[groovygirls]

Maura- you should totally go for it! You are way closer to getting a BQ than me- you missed it by 3 minutes!

Roselark- no problem. Most homeless don't fit the typical profile. I read an article a few months back in Runner's World where a woman managed to round up some homeless, run with them, and convince them to train and complete a half marathon. Very inspiring! The accomplishment even got a few to stay and remain sober.

 

[hockeygirl]

Hey everybody!!! Checking in to see how everyone is doing. I haven't run since my half at Rutgers last weekend. I hope to get back into a groove this weekend. My hockey team is still alive in the playoffs. We had a bye in the first round but then lost in the 2nd round to a team that we beat 4 times this season..ugh. Luckily, the playoffs are double elimination so we still had a chance. Last night we had to play our arch rival in the league, and it was an amazing game!!! We ended up going to OT and it ended in a tie, and by the league rules, if it ends in a tie, the team with the higher seed in the tournament advances. So, we made it to the FINALS!!!! We have to win 2 games in a row to win it all. The good news is that both teams in the finals qualify for the HNA League Championships in Toronto in June...so we will be heading there!!!

Other than that, not much else going on...I have no races on the schedule as of right now, and I want to find one. While at the Rutgers race, my fellow WISHers got me thinking about going to do Cali to do the DL half!! So, tonight, I am going to check out flights and see if I can swing it. May have to be a solo trip for me, but I am hoping I can find a reasonable flight, because I REALLY want to go! Will any other Super Goofs be there?

Shan--Glad to hear you had a great time at WDW! Yes, I did get to meet Lisa at Rutgers! It was so cool to meet a new WISHer!

Ashleigh--Congrats on getting an offer on your house so quick! That is great!!!

Maura---Good Luck with all the college details.USC is a great school! I am sure it will all work out.

Suzanne-so jealous that you got to see Bon Jovi in concert..the are my favorite!! And, I would be so mad if I was you after that race on Saturday. Like you, I do the races for the t-shirts and medals, and if they are promised, then you should get them. I would keep after them and get some sort of answer. I see you got some response...let's hope you get the medal now!

Jeannette--Hope you got the shoe issue figured out, sounds like it definitely was something with the shoes. Have fun at WDW!!

groovygirls--sounds like a crazy day at the Boston Marathon, I think it is awesome that you volunteered! Good luck training for your BQ race!


Keep up the good work everyone!!!

Cindy--great job at Boston!!

Nicky--Welcome to the team! Everyone here is great!! Good luck with your training for Wine and Dine..wish I was going to be there!

Steve--Playoffs are going great....I wish our NHL playoffs were going better, we are big Devils fans, and well, you know how that went in the first round. Hope you DD is doing better with the chicken pox!

 

[SkinsFan76]

I've been enjoying the weather and getting to run 2-3 times a week outside. I'm doing all my tempo runs outside and interval training on the treadmill. Found a great race to do in a couple of weeks, which is put on my a local HS. Their kids run is on the track and my son is excited to do the 1/2 mile. It's an evening run so that will something new.

 

[jmasgat]

Laurie I'm in for the DL half-registered, plane ticket, hotel, car. I think Steve is in as well.

Maura

 

[roselark]

Quick fly by (since I am posting from my plane...total geek moment here).

I got a great run in yesterday. Since this may be my only "real" workout this week, I decided to really challenge myself. I increased the incline to 1.5% for the first 10 min. I was really feeling the burn in my legs, and I did not want to over do it too early, so I dropped it back to 1%. Technically this week is supposed to be a repeat of last week, but I decided to follow next week's schedule. I ran every other minute and got in 14 min of running. Also, for the last half of the workout, I increased my speed a bit. Overall, it was challenging and felt great!

 

[lenshanem]

Hey Goofs!
Having a really busy week. Had to move my runs all around, so I got them in early this week. Got new brakes on my car, my oldest got braces, I helped with the end of the year Brownie party today, tomorrow I'm helping with field day at my youngest's elementary school and Saturday my oldest is having a swim meet I'm timing. Wow! And somehow I still managed all the regular stuff we do. Anyway... I got in a little over 10 miles, doing a R10/W1. Sunday we're going to Mary Poppins. I can't wait!!!
Hope my fellow Goofs have an awesome weekend.

 

[ksoehrlein]

Long time, no post. But I have been running and I guess today's the day to total up my miles. I just checked in with Garmin Training Center and it looks like I'm at 28.41.

Once I'm done with Couch to 5K on May 15, I will have to bite the bullet and find a half to do. I'm actually jonesing to start doing long runs again, but I know I won't do them unless I have a race on my calendar. Is it too soon to start training for Wine & Dine?

Laurie and Maura, best of luck at DL. I loved it last year!

And best of luck with your hockey playoffs, Laurie!

Joanne, I read that article in RW about the homeless running group. I can totally imagine you doing something similar. Best of luck!

Goodness, I feel privileged (and to be honest, quite slow) to be in the company of Boston Marathoners and about-to-BQ runners. You guys rock!

My personal goal -- ever since the gosh-darn Presidential Fitness Test in high school -- has been to run a 10:00 mile. I've accomplished that only once or twice thus far, so you can imagine how thrilled I was to have done a 9:21 mile followed by a 3-minute walk and a 10:00 mile (on the nose!) during Wednesday's run. For a moment, I felt as proud as a Boston qualifier!

 

[lenshanem]

Hey Suzanne. I just realized I didn't post my run totals for April. It was 34.54. Course, that is not counting all the walking we did at WDW for spring break. Steve said he checked once with a GPS and they were putting in 8 to 12 miles a day! If I added 7 days X 10 miles that would be 70 miles walked at WDW?!? That just seems kinda high, although we do stay pretty active. I dunno... I'll let you be the judge. 34.54 + 70 = 104.54.

 

[stenogoddess]

This month was just horrible for me, so only four miles. But May marks a new month, so it's time to lace up the shoes!

 

[Pungodingy]

My April miles are 62.99, and I also had 8 hours of cardio training at the gym, but I can't remember how we're converting that....can someone tell me (yes AGAIN)

Thanks!

 

[suzannews]

Sorry I'm late...starting the May thread, please start posting there!! I will update miles in the next few days.

 

[suzannews]

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