Biggest Loser Princess and Tinker Bell 2011 and 2012 -- OLD please see NEW thread

[corinnak]

Good morning! It's a cold one here today (-13 when I was dropping off the kids, up to -11 when I was filling up the car....) and I have a bunch of stuff in the works for DH's show that opens next weekend, so the next week is going to be FULL. I will still check in as I can. But it might not be much!

Does anyone know what, where and when proof of time needs to be submitted? On the registration form I listed my 10K time from a race this summer. I'm not sure what to do next???
Have a wonderful night! Thanks for the warm welcome. Dissers are the best!

Sorry - I think I missed this question somehow - Once again, welcome! As for proof of time, if you listed a 10K time and race when you registered, you should be good to go. If you have a better time since then, or if you are worried they didn't get your proof, bring along a printed copy and they can adjust your corral for you (with a sticker!) if needed. It's not the same booth where you pick up your packet, but there is a separate booth for "Runner Relations" where they can take care of that. I got my corral changed in 2010 for the half because I had had some much faster races since I'd registered. They actually have computers there where you can print out a proof if you need it - I did - but it takes longer than printing at home. It meant I got to be in the same corral as some friends, so it was worth the added runaround, I thought.

I had a really good run today. I forced myself to go a little slower and I finished feeling fabulous. Until I went to the restroom. Without being too graphic, I came home and made an appointment with my doctor. I have tried everything. I've been on the align for a week. I eat as healthy as I can. This is probably nothing--and will probably end up costing me $1000 for them to tell me it's nothing (terrible health insurance)--but it's getting ridiculous. Anyhow, I'm going to my doctor next week and I'm guessing she will refer me to a gi person. My appointment is Wednesday. I think I'm a little scared they will tell me I can't run.....

I'm sharing this, because most of you have been with me since the beginning. I did the biomeasure machine at the Y. It does height, weight, bmi and body fat. I'm sure it's not a 100percent accurate, but I thought it was pretty interesting. I did it after I worked out--which I read can actually make your body fat percentage higher, so I'm going to try it again this weekend before a workout.

Anyhow--with shoes and workout clothes on:
height 5' 7.6"
weight 142.4
bmi 22
body fat 20 percent
body fat mass 27.9 pounds

This puts me in the excellent category for body fat, which leads to the question, do I really need to lose anymore weight? So I have a little belly, maybe it's not the end of the world.... Anyhow, I found it very interesting. I did put the wrong age in--42 instead of 43, but I don't think that matters. I can never remember how old I am.

I was really nervous about doing this. I guess it's a dysmorphic thing, but I still see body fat everywhere, so this was a good measurement for me. I will be anxious to see what is if I do it before a workout.

Hope everyone is doing well. I am going to shovel the driveway so Mike can get up it. We are getting some nasty snow right now. Yuck!

Rose - good luck with that appointment. It is far better to have something checked out and have it be nothing serious, or if there is a problem, deal with it in a timely fashion. I am hoping for the best for you! I also hope you are able to continue to run.

Is the biomeasure machine one of those electrical impedence devices? They are not the most accurate, but it seems like there's no good, convenient way of measuring this stuff. Just looking at your pictures, it's abundantly clear that you are at a very healthy, fit level right now. I'm guessing your doctor, rather than saying "lose more weight, yes." will give you the doctor-equivalent of a standing ovation for your current weight. Which may be just a nod and indication that you are at a healthy weight. Think of how many people they see who are not at a healthy weight - you're in the minority at this point. We don't need to be gaunt or skinny or as small as possible.

It sounds to me like you've found a happy weight for you, a weight you can live with. Yes, most of us moms will still have a belly - I know I do. I am pretty sure mine isn't going anywhere any time soon without a surgical intervention!!

Thanks again, Corinna. It is so nice to have the veteran disney racers here to help us newbies.
I think my family will just come to epcot for the finishline, and this actually sounds great, to try and see me as we head into epcot and then go over to the finish line.

I'm glad to help, and this thread it TOTALLY my speed - not too many of us, not too crazy fast, race-related questions. I don't ever mean to be overbearing or assume ignorance, but I do like to share what I've learned, sometimes the easy way, sometimes the hard way!

Today's Half Marathon Information for the First Time Racer:

I realized we haven't talked about the Medical stations at all, and what to expect there. If you look on the map, you'll see they have several medical stations over the course of the race. Along with providing assistance if a runner is not feeling well or has an injury that needs attention (they may or may not allow runners to continue, depending on the circumstance) they also provide biofreeze and sometimes vaseline - don't get them mixed up!

The biofreeze is a green, minty sort of balm - if you are having a sore or spasming muscle, it can help with that, but you generally take it from their gloved hands or a tongue depresser. You then have minty on your hands for the rest of the race, though biofreeze is not so bad as these things go.

The vasaline is there in case you are having chafing issues - it's clear just like at home - anything you can do to prevent a worsening of a chafe or blister, I always say. I have never taken either one in a race (though I thought about the biofreeze for my shoulders at one point), but they are there in case you do need them.

 

[Rose&Mike]

Good evening everyone! It is a cold, snowy, sleety, freezing rainy night in coastal Maine. It makes me even more excited to be in Florida in a few weeks. My friends keep reminding me that it might be cold, but I can almost guarantee it won't be like tonight!
I got confirmation today that my new Cinderella running skirt has been shipped. Whoohoo! Hope it fits!
This morning before work I got in my 4.5miles at the gym. Hope everyone else's run went well.
Does anyone know what, where and when proof of time needs to be submitted? On the registration form I listed my 10K time from a race this summer. I'm not sure what to do next???
Have a wonderful night! Thanks for the warm welcome. Dissers are the best!

I know Corinna commented on this, but I would take proof along just in case. We had to use ours at W&D as they did not have it from when we registered and then emailed. It's not too time consuming to get it changed. And even if you don't start in the corral you get switched to (I might decide to run with my sister who doesn't have a timed race) it's kind of cool to know you could have.

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Lindsay--how are you? Haven't heard from you in a few days.

Im here Rose!!!! Honestly I think I have caught a bit of the winter blues.

Long story short dh is having job issues again with his bossess causing him to be anxious. He wants to find a new job but 1. not too much to choose from in his field, and 2 whats available would be a pay cut and we already are tight on money. My job is so unbelievably insane right now with deadlines and budgets etc. My house is a wreck, we are still trying to clean out dh's nana's apt. Adding in these snow days and figuring out when to open the office, where the kids are going for child care, etc. I feel like I am ready to loose my mind. Sorry to vent and this is probably why I have been just reading along and not venting because I cant just lie and say Im doing good.

This weekend is my 8 mile run. Not sure if I will do it on sat or sun but either day its suppose only be 15 degrees so it doesnt really matter. Sat. Ryan has bball from 1045-1145 and then I am going to a coworkers bachelorette party that I have to be ready for at 320p. I hope at some point this weekend I can unwind.

I also am worried because up until this point I have not used any kind of supplements like GU or sports beans in my runs. I have felt ok. My question is do I really need them? I have texture issues so the only things that appeal to me are sports beans. I have read before that eating a twizzlers does the same thing. Anyone have suggestions? I am thinking I will just do the 8 without anything but maybe I can get something to try for my 10 that I have schedule for in 2 weeks.

Another note: Our meterologists are tracking a "monster" storm that is suppose to hit us on mon eve or tues eve. I really hope if we do get snow it is a monster so that I can be snowed in and have a day to relax.

Ok thanks for listening.

Corinna- I love your race tips.

Rose- have you given thought to meeting up with us at the race? I know you have your sister and mike with you but I do not want to leave this weekend without meeting you and giving you a big hug for all the support you have given me.

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning, Pretty Princesses!

I told myself I couldn't post until I finished my 10M this morning, and it's probably a good thing. After my train got in an hour late last night, I wasn't looking forward to getting up and running I am so happy it's done. This was my first long run after the Half, and it took a lot out of me.

Corinna -- Baby, It's Cold Outside I don't know how you do it, I think I would give up and stay under the covers with that kind of cold. Hardy stock up there in MN! I second the port-a-potty as many times as possible before you enter your corral -- but don't get in line behind me, I always manage to pick the longest one. Is it awful that I am looking forward to the walk to the corrals because I expect to not see a ton of men in the woods relieving themselves for a change? I have to kind of laugh at them. Oh! And to add to Corinna's advice -- there is another set of port-a-potties right by the corrals (not nearly as many as by the tents) if you have an emergency...Corinna, are there pace teams for Princess?

Rose -- I got in last night around eight, and had a WW deli ziti and sauce dinner, watched some Tivo, and promptly fell asleep around 11. I did indeed make it to the Disney Store, and I have a red v-neck short sleeve shirt with Mickey and a Big Apple to show for it. I suspect you are at a fabulous weight for you, Congratulations!

Kathy -- Good thing I had planned to be home today. DS texted me while I was on the train the he got an automated message from the Headmaster and school was closed today. Of course, waking up this morning, I can see why I know 11M on the TM doesn't sound exciting, but it's all in how you approach it. When I'm doing 10, I break it into 2.5, 5, and 7.5, the points at which I stop for a few seconds to eat clif bloks and have a drink of water. I think breaking it up makes it seem much more manageable. Another trick I use is to alternate two speeds for each mile, not enough to be an interval, but just so you feel like it's slightly different. If you're better at math than I am, you can figure out what percentage you have done as you go to occupy yourself. It's pretty easy with 10, 11 will be more of a challenge!

Lisa -- I laughed out loud reading your story about your trip to NYC! Definitely like something out of a sitcom, but hard not to laugh even as it's happening! I saw a Michael Jackson impersonator in the red Thriller jacket in Times Square. I ended up having dinner and lunch at Subway, and an orange and breakfast bar for breakfast. I had snacks on the train on the way back, and ate my normal packed lunch on the way there. I did everything I could to minimize a gain, and I think it worked!

Lindsay -- a belated I'm sorry I didn't get to see the naked cowboy, that would have been a sight! On the way to my hotel I walked through Times Square, I went there in the afternoon and also to Rockefeller Center. I also managed to see St. Patrick's Cathedral, Madison Square Garden, and walk by the Empire State Building. Not bad for a very short trip!

diznmom -- Winter in NE is not a pretty thing, is it? I was at a session yesterday where most of the people were from New York. They tried to divide people up by states, identifying CT as a separate one. When someone asked about New England, they said go with CT. I looked at a woman from NH and we agreed -- CT may technically be part of NE, but not in practicality...

Ok, so I think I've given a TR in the various responses. My train was an hour late getting in both ways, I'm glad I didn't have any plans after arrivals. I also went in M&M World, which was bigger than the one in Vegas, I thought. Definitely bigger than the one in Orlando. I think native New Yorkers do not eat at home much -- I could not get over how many cafes and diners there were, and I'm not even counting the restaurants. Of course, I had a view of the Radio City Music Hall sign from my hotel, so I was in tourist central...

I promised ds that after lunch we would spend the afternoon doing Tivo, and my legs agree that is a great idea. Now that I have a WW weigh in Monday, I have to hold it together for the weekend. This is actually a good thing, I already have a WW deli vegetable lasagna to heat up when dh and ds have takeout. I had an orange and a vitamuffin for breakfast, my day has started out right!

Maria

 

[Worfiedoodles]

I also am worried because up until this point I have not used any kind of supplements like GU or sports beans in my runs. I have felt ok. My question is do I really need them? I have texture issues so the only things that appeal to me are sports beans. I have read before that eating a twizzlers does the same thing. Anyone have suggestions? I am thinking I will just do the 8 without anything but maybe I can get something to try for my 10 that I have schedule for in 2 weeks.

Honestly, everyone is different -- you might be able to do 8 ok without anything. I need something any time I go over 6. I don't really think twizzlers do the same thing, I've been that route and I find I have less stability and more of a "let down" with them -- but again that's just me. I tried doing it with just jellybellys my first year. Um -- I don't recommend it. I couldn't believe how much stronger and energized I felt when I used a real product that was made for this purpose. I've never used the sports beans, but they sound like a good option...I recommend that you have something available so if you feel you need to take it to be able to finish, you are prepared.

Maria

 

[mikamah]

Good evening Princesses!!

I'm glad to help, and this thread it TOTALLY my speed - not too many of us, not too crazy fast, race-related questions. I don't ever mean to be overbearing or assume ignorance, but I do like to share what I've learned, sometimes the easy way, sometimes the hard way!

I have never thought you to be overbearing at all. I love reading all the details you've shared with us about the race. I feel like I can't get enough info, and I know it will still be an amazing day, but so much better if I'm prepared for it all. This is a great group here, and it's nice to feel like I can keep up with everyone.

Honestly I think I have caught a bit of the winter blues.

I also am worried because up until this point I have not used any kind of supplements like GU or sports beans in my runs. I have felt ok. My question is do I really need them? I have texture issues so the only things that appeal to me are sports beans. I have read before that eating a twizzlers does the same thing. Anyone have suggestions? I am thinking I will just do the 8 without anything but maybe I can get something to try for my 10 that I have schedule for in 2 weeks.

Another note: Our meterologists are tracking a "monster" storm that is suppose to hit us on mon eve or tues eve. I really hope if we do get snow it is a monster so that I can be snowed in and have a day to relax.

Hugs to you Lindsay for all you have going on. This hasn't been a fun january with all the snow it is depressing.
No advice on the supplements, but I didn't feel great for a while after my 10 mile run, and think I should have eaten something more. I had only done one pack of clifblocks. But my 8 mile a couple weeks prior, I didn't take anything, had a banana and water right after, and felt fine. I did try the chocolate gu and liked that. I want to try a few more, but havn't gotten back to the store. I think I'll try and take something every 3-4 miles at the princess, and hope it will keep me feeling ok after. I think the weather will have an affect on us too, if it's warm, we'll sweat more than we've been doing in this cold weather, so that will affect us too. I like rose's pretzel idea too.
I haven't seen the news yet today, but i hope that monster storm fizzles out before it hits you and then heads to us.

Kathy -- Good thing I had planned to be home today. DS texted me while I was on the train the he got an automated message from the Headmaster and school was closed today. Of course, waking up this morning, I can see why I know 11M on the TM doesn't sound exciting, but it's all in how you approach it. When I'm doing 10, I break it into 2.5, 5, and 7.5, the points at which I stop for a few seconds to eat clif bloks and have a drink of water. I think breaking it up makes it seem much more manageable. Another trick I use is to alternate two speeds for each mile, not enough to be an interval, but just so you feel like it's slightly different. If you're better at math than I am, you can figure out what percentage you have done as you go to occupy yourself. It's pretty easy with 10, 11 will be more of a challenge!

Sounds like a fun trip in NYC. Seeing michael jackson in times square reminds me of when my brother and I met elmo in times square, late one night. He took my picture with him, and then elmo wanted some money, but we didn't have any small bills so we just took off, laughing that elmo was coming after us.
I like the idea of breaking up the long treadmill runs. I am going to go out and run in the morning with a friend, but we don't know how we'll do with the cold. If it's too cold I'll do my 11 miles sunday or tuesday at the Y. I thought I could break it into 3 mile increments and the last one would only be 2.

I might need to bling up my shirt for the race. All this talk of princess rhinestone iron-ons on the big princess thread has me thinking. I like the black shirt better with the magenta skirt, and it could use a little more color.
I need new running shoes too, Rose. The shoes I get were white with pink/blue trim, and not bad looking, and the new shoe is turquoise/white. Not bad looking either. I've been wearing saucony. I thought of trying a different shoe, but don't want to mess anything up. My foot that had bothered me before, hasn't been bothering me, so I hope to keep it that way.

I've been looking at some disney race videos on youtube, and this one was awesome, if you want to watch it. It gave me goosebumps. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bMaEk4gMQ0 I don't know if the link will work but you can search, Disney half marathon 2011 all along the route.
I found it very inspiring, and it was so nice to actually see the whole course. I posted a comment and the man who posted the video replied back to my comment and was so inspriing.
this is what he posted.

I'm glad you enjoyed the video and more important, that you are focused on your own race at the Disney Princess Half-Marathon. Stay focused, along each mile, believe in yourself and see that finish line... one step closer with each footing along the route! We each are a dream waiting to be realized through our life - trust me when I say that this moment will help to clearly define and shape your Life. The race is amazing, but make it YOUR race, your pace, your day! GOOD LUCK!

I thought it was very nice of him to respond. His wife is doing the princess also.

So hang in there ladies!! We can do this! We are going to be princesses for a day in 5 short weeks, our race, our pace, our day!!

 

[Rose&Mike]

Here's my thoughts on supplements. (Please keep in mind that it's been a lonnnng month and I had a margarita with dinner and now I'm having a bourbon on the rocks. So hopefully this will make sense!)

Mike can run a half with almost nothing. Just some water. He's actually done it in training and I think he ran the one we did in September with just water.

I on the other hand need endurolytes over like 5 miles and some kind of fuel over 8. And believe me I pay for it if I skip it. Gu and clif shots work well for me but not to be gross, they make me burp. I live with it because other than that I tolerate them pretty well. As soon as I stop running I start eating salted pretzels.

On our last dreadmill run we had pretzel m&ms. Mike ate them at mile 8 or 9. He thought they were a perfect pick me up. I ate them in the car on the way home because I was too afraid of dropping them and having them fly off the treadmill. (I don't think the Y people would have been happy about that.)

Anyhow, except for the fact that I need the salt, I don't know that it matters where I get my fuel--though I am careful to avoid gu with caffeine. I think the issue is more to find something that your body tolerates. I really like the idea of the pretzel m&ms and if it is ever warm enough to go outside again, I will probably try them.

The big thing is, if you are going to try something, do it before the race. You don't want to hit the finish line ready to heave. Not a good way to end the race.

I am happy to say that I got new shoes and they are not BLUE!!!! Woohoo! I think the guy at fleet feet thought I was insane. But he did tell me he sold the exact same pair of shoes to two other princesses! Seriously though, why pay a $100 for something that you think is UGLY! I bet Venus and Serena only have shoes in colors that they like! Anywho, my shoes are grey and a pinky purple color. Oh, they're asics 2160s. I guess that's the important part. I actually picked them becaue I loved how they felt--I tried on a BLUE pair last week and called around until I found someone with the right color. I didn't tell the fleet guy that, so I know he think I'm a total flake! I also researched them on line and the fleet feet dude said they are the asics equivalent of the saucony I've been wearing. It's nice to know that I am figuring out what I need and not just depending on the shoestore person. Looking forward to running in them tomorrow.

Maria--glad you are back safe!

I will reply tomorrow! Going to finish my drink!

 

[mikamah]

Enjoy that drink, Rose.
I can just picture m&m's flying off the treadmill and hitting other people in the gym.

 

[Rose&Mike]

Enjoy that drink, Rose.
I can just picture m&m's flying off the treadmill and hitting other people in the gym.

Seriously, that's what I was afraid of!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Here's my thoughts on supplements. (Please keep in mind that it's been a lonnnng month and I had a margarita with dinner and now I'm having a bourbon on the rocks. So hopefully this will make sense!)

Rose you seriously crack me up Your comments made perfect sense which is even more impressing. Thanks for the tips. I love M and M's so I might just give that a try. Although wont they melt if its hot out? I know they only melt in your mouth and not in your hand but Im sure that has its limits. I can just seem me reaching in my pocket at the race and pulling out a bag of melted chocolate.

Kathy- I loved watching that video and ready his response to you as well as your comments. I will admit I was in tears. It has me so excited and motivated. I searched for some princess video and found a few. None as inspiring but still fun. I also was happy to see in jan. that most people had on short sleeves and shorts.


I have my 8 mile to do this weekend. I cant stand the TM but I am considering doing it on it due to the cold weather. It is suppose to be in the teens to low 20's both today and tomorrow but very windy and bitter cold. It will take me about 1:35 to complete my run and I just dont know if its a good idea to be outside that long in these temps. I will make a game time decision I guess. I am either planning on doing it today after ryans bball game or sometime tomorrow.

I hope you princesses had a great week. Only 5 more weeks to go

oh how could I forgot to say: I GOT MICKEY MAIL YESTERDAY!!!! We got our Magical express vouchers and tags. I should still get one more package from disney yet too right?

 

[mikamah]

Good morning girls!

I got out with my friend to run/walk, and feel really proud that I did it. It was 15 degrees when we left, and we did 6 miles. I had my fleece pants, turtleneck, and zip up jacket-new from target for 20$. I had also bought bondi band headband and neck warmer, but took both of them off before one mile, I was too hot. The rest was perfect, and my new jacket is thin polyester wicking material, and it really kept me warm. We were lucky the sun was shining and there was virtually no wind. We went from her house, but in the area I grew up in, so we went around all these side streets and I reminisced a bit. She was great, and pushed me to run a little longer a couple times. We've gone out together a few times, and in the beginning, I felt like I was holding her back, but I know that's not the case, and she seems to enjoy going at my slow pace and having company. It's also nice that I can leave michael with his friend and her hubby.

So I didn't get my 11 miles, but tuesday is supposed to be a high of 20, and I will have from 2-6 to fit it in. If it's crazy windy, I can use my friends treadmill, so I've already decided that I won't work late if they need me to, and I will get that long run in. After that there's only one long one left. I never thought I'd consider the 6 miles I did today to be a short run. Crazy. What has happened to me?

We also split my last pack of gu and gu chomps to try them out. I like the gu better. I'm don't care for the chewy chomp/clifbloks. Felt like they were sticking in my teeth. Tonight I hope to get to sports authority and get some sport beans and more gu's, and unless I like the beans, I'll stick with gu.

LIndsay- Good luck with your run, whereever you do it. You could always try a short route from your house, and loop back home and switch to the treadmill if it is too cold. The temps are tolerable but not if the wind is whipping it's awful.
Yay for ME vouchers!!! I got mine this week too, and 3 copies of the same notice that I'm paid in full. I love to see the disney envelopes.

Hope you're having a princessey weekend!!

 

[lisah0711]

So here are the tips for starting in the last corral:

1. The back of the pack is where the fun is!

2. Get to your corral early and stake out a place right at the front. This will buy you a few more minutes and will mean that when they start your wave, you will not have to jockey for space, you can just GO.

3. Don't worry if you are passed by a few runners - there are always a few faster people who don't bother to submit a time and then try to make their way through.

4. If someone falls behind pace, the sweepers tend to be really nice and they won't pull you out of the race without some warning and giving you a chance to catch up. If a person does get swept, they board a van and are be on Disney's timetable, but they *will* get everyone back to the Epcot staging area.

5. Have we talked about "throw away clothes" yet? If it is cool enough for a great run (which it was last year) you will want to bring along a few items to keep comfortable at the start of the race. The people in the last corrals have the longest to wait for the start - as much as an extra 45 minutes, potentially, so make sure you're prepared. They collect clothes from the race course, launder them and donate them. Good things to have along if the weather is cool and you like to be warm: sweatshirt or jacket, gloves, pants with zippers at the bottom or pajama pants that can be removed over shoes. Others prefer a trash bag with a hole in the top - very princessy, but I've done it - $1 store poncho or mylar blanket. If it's really cold, I bring those hot hands warmer things. It probably won't be that cold on the day of our race though.



Happy Birthday!!

I think posting pictures is a great idea. Of course you've all seen my photos, but I'll post one again later.

Thanks for the back of the pack tips, Corinna! I was wondering what biofreeze is, too.

And I don't know that we've seen your new cute haircut on these boards. I'm not too worried about not recognizing you because I know I will recognize your pretty smile.

Im here Rose!!!! Honestly I think I have caught a bit of the winter blues.

on the winter blues, Lindsay. Sorry that things are so stressful at your work and DH's work. I think it is just that time of year.

Hope that your 8 miles went well!

Good Morning, Pretty Princesses!

I told myself I couldn't post until I finished my 10M this morning, and it's probably a good thing. After my train got in an hour late last night, I wasn't looking forward to getting up and running I am so happy it's done. This was my first long run after the Half, and it took a lot out of me.

Woo hoo on the 10 miles, Maria! And it sounds like you were totally OP on your trip, too!

Oh, and thank you for telling me about the black cherry Clif Bloks. I really love them!

So hang in there ladies!! We can do this! We are going to be princesses for a day in 5 short weeks, our race, our pace, our day!!

Woo hoo! And way to go on 6 miles in the cold -- you totally !

But he did tell me he sold the exact same pair of shoes to two other princesses! Seriously though, why pay a $100 for something that you think is UGLY! I bet Venus and Serena only have shoes in colors that they like! Anywho, my shoes are grey and a pinky purple color. Oh, they're asics 2160s. I guess that's the important part. I actually picked them becaue I loved how they felt--I tried on a BLUE pair last week and called around until I found someone with the right color. I didn't tell the fleet guy that, so I know he think I'm a total flake! I also researched them on line and the fleet feet dude said they are the asics equivalent of the saucony I've been wearing. It's nice to know that I am figuring out what I need and not just depending on the shoestore person. Looking forward to running in them tomorrow.

Ooo, new shoes, Rose! They sound very pretty.

Thanks for telling me about the Endourolytes, too. I think I would have had my first charley horse today if I hadn't taken a couple before my run today.

Well, Princesses, today I did 8 miles -- the longest I've ever run! I even did it just a bit over a Princess pace which made me feel more confident -- need to work on that negative split thing as the first 5 miles were 14 min/miles.

I tried something new and did the walking track at the Kroc Center -- yep, 88 laps around the walking track! It was so nice to get off the dreadmill and I could run a lap and walk a lap. It was pretty warm there, too, as the track is elevated. The last half hour I walked with the nurse from my doctor's office -- I got her started doing the
C25K! She told me that I look like I've lost a lot of weight since she saw me in October which of course made me feel great, too.

The only question I have is whether I could do another 5 miles after this -- right now I'm thinking . I could have done better with hydration and fuel and luckily have some time to work on that. I'm feeling pretty philosophical about the race today which I think is a good place to be!

Enjoy your week-end Princesses!

 

[Rose&Mike]

Lindsay--sending you a . I'm sorry the work stuff is flaring up again. I hope you got your run in today. I am tentatively planning to make the Saturday meet, and hoping to meet up with everyone before the race. And I'm also still gunning for Jelly Rolls's Sunday night. I talked to my sister today, and mentioned we were going to try to meet up with some folks and that they were welcome to come along and she was cool with whatever. I think I just need to put a plan together and if they want to do something else they can.

My 19 yo niece has a nasty case of mono--and her boyfriend broke up with her last night! I feel so bad for her. My sister said she was sobbing and puking at the same time! Poor thing.

Maria--glad you made it home safely! Woohoo for getting that 10m in!
I hope WW goes well on Monday!

Kathy--I am so impressed with you going in out in those temps! Have I mentioned I do not like the cold? A lot of our neighborhood streets are covered in ice still, so I'm impressed that you were able to go outside! It's really nice to run with someone, isn't it? Makes the time go faster!

Lisa--Great job on 8 miles! And thanks for the reminder, we need to order some more endurolytes. How on earth did you count 88 laps? I think I would have lost track too many times! I'm glad you are feeling good about things today.

Well we did 6 on the dreadmill at the Y. No stomach issues--go figure. Who knows why everything was fine this time, but the 4 miles on Thursday was a mess. I honestly cannot see a pattern, except for maybe not enough potty fairy visits on certain days. I did a ton of research yesterday and I am starting to throw around the idea of a gluten allergy. I have too many annoying things going on--the hair loss, pacs, horribly irregular tom, chronic gi issues, feeling like I am constantly fighting off mild depression. Anyhow, we'll see what she says. Can you imagine--gluten free vegetarian?? Doesn't sound like fun.

I ran in my shoes. I really liked them. I did have to stop at 3 miles and adjust the laces because my left foot was going to sleep, but I've had this issue before, and usually just takes getting my laces situated. My knee that has been tweaking feels great, so it was definitely time for new shoes!

Here is a picture of me in my new skirt and new shoes.

Hope everyone is enjoying the weekend!

Holy Cannoli Batman! I just realized I had a pr for 6 miles today! My new shoes made me fast!!

 

[mikamah]

Good evening everyone.

We just got back from Snow Tubing with the scouts, and it was so much fun, we stayed out there the full 3 hours and then were starving so we went to papa ginos, and all I could think of while we waited for our food was Maria's words, "hunger is not an emergency" but man we were hungry. But I did control myself and had a small salad and only 3 small slices.

LIsa- Nice job on the 8 miles, wow, 88 laps is a lot of laps, but it sounds like it was nice to be really walking versus the treadmill. So exciting to be a princess pace, and you will be just fine for the princess. and of course you would have been able to do another 5 miles, just 2 more to be at 10, and then the sweepers should leave us alone, and the last 3 we will be so thrilled and excited, we'll sail on through. We can help each other in the beginning not to go too fast. I've done 4 5ks, and each one I still go out faster than I'd like, but a little better than the one before. It is just so exciting in the beginning of the race. We can do this!!!

RoseWhat a cute picture. Love the pink with the skirt. I'm still going back on forth with the pink or black top. I like pink better, but look better in black. Ah, vanity. Congrats on your new PR, and no gi issues. I hope you are able to get this all figured out quickly. And, in the pic, where exactly is that belly you speak of????? You look fabulous.
I have heard you don't like cold somewhere. We were mainly on quiet side streets and there was still some snow and ice in spots, and we walked very gingerly over those areas. It's funny, 2 months ago I never would have thought I'd be out there with this much snow, but the thought of the treadmill for so long has me out in the cold.
I hope you can make the sat meet. Michael and I will be there, and depending on the day, sil and niece. I figure he and I will come back and chill for the evening, swim hopefully, and call it an early night. He and my niece get along really well most of the time, but we haven't shared a hotel room for a week before, so they may benefit from some time apart too.

Off to catch up on Team Donald!! Have a nice evening.

 

[jennz]

Hi everyone! I'm just popping in to say hello to my old friends. Not doing the princess but will be working the phones that weekend! It's getting close!

I haven't read the thread but while scrolling down to reply two things popped out at me: biofreeze - that is THE BEST! DH and I use it when we get sore, and DD swears by it for cheer and tumbling pain. That with the KT tape solves just about anything.

The other thing that popped out at me...Rose! Girl you look great! And I love the socks!

 

[lisah0711]

Hi everyone! I'm just popping in to say hello to my old friends. Not doing the princess but will be working the phones that weekend! It's getting close!

I haven't read the thread but while scrolling down to reply two things popped out at me: biofreeze - that is THE BEST! DH and I use it when we get sore, and DD swears by it for cheer and tumbling pain. That with the KT tape solves just about anything.

The other thing that popped out at me...Rose! Girl you look great! And I love the socks!

jennz! So nice to see you! Maybe next year you can join us. Come back and chat with us and tell us how you are doing.

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning, Lovely Blingy Ladies!

Jennz -- Lovely to see you! Please do stop in as you are able!

Kathy -- That quote is a good one. It's not original, but I try to remember it. It's just good to recall that you don't have to eat every time you are the slightest bit hungry, and you can wait for your next scheduled meal or snack and nothing "bad" will happen... You did your miles outside in this weather?! You are the Woman!

Rose -- The photo is fantabulous, and do you have any idea how happy you look?! That is the best part, you look like you could not be any more delighted! Congrats on the PR!

Lisa -- Great job on 8M! And 88 laps?! You have the patience of Job! I have no doubt you do look like you have lost weight -- because you have! You have a fantastic attitude, and you are doing a great job.

Lindsay -- Did you end up outside or in for your LR? I am a little discombobulated because I'm not going to get Mickey mail this time. I booked my room at All-Star Sports through AAA because of the better discount, but now I'm not sure how to access ME, etc. I guess I'm going to have to make a phone call to figure this out.


I ran my 3M this morning, and I'm ready to start my week, or I will be after I finish I have to have everything done by three when my house becomes Football Playoffs Central. We're not having anyone over, but we like to just be able to relax and enjoy the games. Since my beloved Patriots are not playing (major Sigh ), this will really be a good family time without any tension...

This will be the only full week I'm working in Jan., so it's going to feel weird. I hope I get used to it, because this is my real life It's going to be odd because my assistant/co-worker is still out on a medical leave, and probably won't be back until the middle of February. My boss informed me she's getting a temp, honestly I think I'd rather just do things myself, but whatever. This is my work buddy who I spend a ridiculous amount of time talking with and e-mailing, we're very tight. It's going to feel funny to be there without her, and I won't have anyone I can share the injustice of the day with (not sure what it will be, but there always is one -- some are just silly and some make you want to scream )

I have my exercise and menu plan for the week -- I'm saving all my weekly points for ds's birthday on Saturday. He already informed me he wants to go out for ice cream for lunch. He's having a sleepover the night before, so I can eat my normal food at home then. I'm also planning on eating one of every fruit and vegetable we have while I watch 6 hours of football. I don't think I will really be that hungry -- but I figure it's better to already plan that if I get hungry I'm reaching for sugar snap peas instead of chips!

I hope everyone is planning on a wonderful week of good training and healthy eating!

Maria

 

[Rose&Mike]

Good evening everyone.

We just got back from Snow Tubing with the scouts, and it was so much fun, we stayed out there the full 3 hours and then were starving so we went to papa ginos, and all I could think of while we waited for our food was Maria's words, "hunger is not an emergency" but man we were hungry. But I did control myself and had a small salad and only 3 small slices.

Look at you, you little snow bunny! Very impressive! I like to wear black for races, too. Because then if I have poor posture when they are taking a picture I don't look as slouchy! So if I wear pink, I will be spending the whole race "tucking my core" which I should be doing anyway, but often get lazy about! Yes, it's a vanity thing. But I have yet to have a race picture that I've wanted to print! Mike and I were not in any wine and dine pictures--not even at the finish. Everytime we were near a photographer, there was someone more interesting I think--one time snow white was running beside us. When we finished there was a race walker finishing at the same time. Tom didn't even see us finish because he was too busy watching the race walker!

Jennifer, I have missed you! We really need to meet half way when the weather calms down and have lunch!

Maria--sounds like you all have a great afternoon planned. And I hope this week goes by fast for you. Next week is going to be a long week for me--Mike is going to San Diego (starting the 31st). It's so not fair! (Where is the pouty smiley?).

Thank you so much for saying I looked happy in that picture. It really meant a lot to me. (And for all the other complements, everyone). I am happy. And I haven't always been happy. But I feel like I am at a pretty good place, and even when things are a little rough like they have been lately, it's nice to be reminded that overall life is really good.

I, too, have done my exercise and menu plan for the week! We are running 13 (uggh) on Saturday. It might be warm enough (meaning above 40) to go outside. I told you all this summer I refused to be cranky about the heat, because I knew I would hate the cold more--and I do! Mike and I had this long discussion about whether (since we might run with my sister) we could do just 10 or 11 this weekend. He said--if you run without her, are you running it for time. Uggh. So, I guess we will go for 13 this weekend. Maybe the sun will come out and we'll have one of our really warm winter days! (I looked it up--the record high for that day was 73 in 1975 and the average is 42. I could live with 42!

Enjoy the rest of the weekend! And I'm only saying this for Mike--go Packers!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

I got out with my friend to run/walk, and feel really proud that I did it. It was 15 degrees when we left, and we did 6 miles.

Great Job Kathy. Thats nice you have a running buddy. I am finding that now that I am running longer runs, I am getting a bit lonely. It could be the cold weather that has me feeling that way too.

Well, Princesses, today I did 8 miles -- the longest I've ever run! I even did it just a bit over a Princess pace which made me feel more confident -- need to work on that negative split thing as the first 5 miles were 14 min/miles.

Woohoo Lisa!!!! Great Job. that was alot of laps. I was having the same feeling after my run today too. Almost like a panicy feeling of can I go 5 more???? I know we can, and we will!

and hoping to meet up with everyone before the race.

Thats great rose!!!
Sorry to hear about your neice. poor thing, as if mono isnt bad enough.
when is your actual doctors appt? You do have a bunch of things going on, all of them could be entirely normal but worth mentioning. I have been having such issues with my hair since I started loosing weight and running. It has gotten so thin, I mean really thin that it freaks me out. I kinda figured and heard it is normal. Im afraid to go to the doctor because I am afraid that he will tell me that something is wrong with me.

We just got back from Snow Tubing with the scouts, and it was so much fun, we stayed out there the full 3 hours and then were starving so we went to papa ginos, and all I could think of while we waited for our food was Maria's words, "hunger is not an emergency" but man we were hungry. But I did control myself and had a small salad and only 3 small slices.

thats sounds like so much fun Kathy. It is hard not to see it as an emergency when you are starving. I think you did a great job!!!!!

I have my exercise and menu plan for the week -- I'm saving all my weekly points for ds's birthday on Saturday. He already informed me he wants to go out for ice cream for lunch. He's having a sleepover the night before, so I can eat my normal food at home then. I'm also planning on eating one of every fruit and vegetable we have while I watch 6 hours of football. I don't think I will really be that hungry -- but I figure it's better to already plan that if I get hungry I'm reaching for sugar snap peas instead of chips!

great job on the planning! That makes such the difference. I hope your week goes well and that the temp doesnt cause to much pain.

Thank you so much for saying I looked happy in that picture. It really meant a lot to me. (And for all the other complements, everyone). I am happy. And I haven't always been happy. But I feel like I am at a pretty good place, and even when things are a little rough like they have been lately, it's nice to be reminded that overall life is really good.

I agree you do look happy and very fit I might add. I love the skirt and those socks are so cute. I think you have picked a great outfit. Just for planning purposes for me.....do you have a short sleeve shirt you are bringing as a back up or are you just thinking its going to be cold.

I dont know why I have so much anxiety about what to wear....I actually drive myself nuts. I want to purchase this short sleeve shirt I found online but am afraid that I will be too cold. I wore short sleeves in my race last fall and it was in the low 50's.

Ok princessess!!!! big news......I did it! 8 miles outside in the 15 degree weather. Hurddled mounds of snow, ran through a few inches of snow on pavements that werent shoveled. I really think I have gone insane.

I cant say it was a great run, but it was my longest yet. At about mile 6 my left buttock muscle felt strained and my hips were hurting. I felt a little pooped in the last mile too. I really need to figure out my energy supplement plan. I think last nights party played a part too. I had 3 beers and 2 shots...(peer pressure)! I didnt get to sleep until 130am and my little guy had us up at 6am. So I am thinking that could be part of it. I still finished with a 12:22 pace and I am totally happy with that.

I hope you all have a very princessy week.

 

[lisah0711]

Woohoo Lisa!!!! Great Job. that was alot of laps. I was having the same feeling after my run today too. Almost like a panicy feeling of can I go 5 more???? I know we can, and we will!

I cant say it was a great run, but it was my longest yet. At about mile 6 my left buttock muscle felt strained and my hips were hurting. I felt a little pooped in the last mile too. I really need to figure out my energy supplement plan. I think last nights party played a part too. I had 3 beers and 2 shots...(peer pressure)! I didnt get to sleep until 130am and my little guy had us up at 6am. So I am thinking that could be part of it. I still finished with a 12:22 pace and I am totally happy with that.

I hope you all have a very princessy week.

I definately think you could go another 5, Lindsay, after doing 8 this week-end under less than ideal conditions and still doing a 12:22 pace!

And did you see your ticker today?!? It say's ONE MONTH! (I know your ticker is set to when you leave )

So if I wear pink, I will be spending the whole race "tucking my core" which I should be doing anyway, but often get lazy about! Yes, it's a vanity thing. But I have yet to have a race picture that I've wanted to print! Mike and I were not in any wine and dine pictures--not even at the finish. Everytime we were near a photographer, there was someone more interesting I think--one time snow white was running beside us. When we finished there was a race walker finishing at the same time. Tom didn't even see us finish because he was too busy watching the race walker!

You can tell that you run with a chi runner, Rose, worrying about "tucking your core" -- you really don't have much to tuck, girl!

I hope everyone is planning on a wonderful week of good training and healthy eating!

Sounds like you have your plan all set and are ready to go, Maria!

Hope all you folks in the northeast get to warm up a bit soon. I saw that they thought that these would be the coldest temps of the year so warmer weather is coming!

Get to do two short runs and 6 this week and then the ten miler on 2/5. It will all be taper down after that! I have someone running with me on Wednesday and Saturday so that will make the time pass more quickly, too. Still feeling philosophical so I'm happy about that.

And the 88 laps wasn't too bad because I would just could 11 for each mile and start over.