Don't FALL, now Hakuna Matata Team!!!

[funwalker]

Team!

Connie

I did 8-miles and was able to keep my 15 minute pace. Hagen slept over last night and I did not get much sleep. I was not excited about getting out there for a walk, but because I told you I would try – I had to keep my word. Thanks for being there and all your encouragement!

I came home immediately soaked in a cold bath, iced my foot and it truly feels okay.

Thanks, I will not feel so bad if I have to do a split longer walk now!
DD loves the White Castles too - only the fresh ones. I had one years ago But I fall to way too many other temptations

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Kat, Vicky, and Everyone else- Thank you as always for all your support! It's always nice to hear someone tell you you're fast/good after you feel like it was a tough run.
Eva- I vary the cross training. Some times I do Salsa-robics class or a Step class other times I do an elliptical or a stairmaster.

As for me, yesterday was an off day and today I did an hour on the elliptical. Oh and I went shopping. I got a new pair of tights (seeing as we're in a cold front though not that cold, yet...) at Marshalls. They were Nike ones that normally retail for $50, but were there for $15. I also go a pair of capri style tights at Tarfet for when it's slightly colder. And since I'm now actually starting to hit some mileage on my long runs and will soon be doing over an hour on them, I stopped by the running store (Marathon Sports for anyone who's interested) and got a hydration pack and my first ever GUs.

Best,
Jennifer

 

[Scott H]

Well I am one of those crazy morning folks, up and out the door by 0500. I love the quiet, the stars , the sunrise, I do wear some reflective items and started to carry a flashy light belt clip, it is one made for bicycles and I modified it for my fannu pack.

We did get the floor tile laid this morn afternoon, started at 7:20ish and finished up at 4:30 ish, we took not breaks at all, we are tried, went to dinner at Old Chicago, appitizers we 2.99 each. nice cheap meal.

Lynn says she wil take pics tomorrow after we grout the tile. Want to get a run in tomorrow, bet we will be sore in the morn.

 

[Scott H]

We got out for a three mile wak with the pup, we are sore puppies this morn, breakfast then off to Lowes for a few supplies to keep Lynn Busy next week while I am gone.

Oh wierd event this morn, putting on my tshirt to go for a walk, felt a pain in my clavical area, colar bone, First thought was I am having the big one, sharp sting, well it was a sting, there was a wasp in my shirt, bugger stung me.

Weath looks dark to teh west and south looks like we are in for a big blow, our weather station died and have not had time to get teh new one up,

Gotta run train safe be smart have fun live large, enjoy.

 

[windwalker]

Scott this must be bug week. I went out with the dog to pee, the dog not me, and as I was stretching in the sun I was attacked by one of those huge locusts. It hit me in the side and I nearly pulled something trying to turn to fast to see what had a hold of me. Then it took off for the trees making that buzzy noise things they do. I realize now that the buzz is actually bug laughter.

You and Lynn don't have pups you have a sled team.

Margie glad to hear you are beating the PF and getting that little foot healed up. You will do super at the Detroit next month.

Rest day for me. Tomorrow my Princess and I will do an LSD together.

Have a great Sunday team.

Resting Panda

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Scott, sounds like you and Lynn are plenty busy!

Panda, crazy bug story.

As for me, today was my long run. According to map my run it was 6.25 miles (according to me getting lost it was probably closer to 6.33-6.4) in 57 minutes (roughly a 9:10 mpm pace). I have to say the energy gels and hydration packs are the most amazing inventions ever and may have been the equipment my running has been missing. I felt like I could have easily gone another couple of miles. Oh and it was warm for the season around 72 and sunny.

So, my last race time is over a month old, anyone want to help me revise my pace prediction for my 10k?

Best,
Jennifer

 

[Scott H]

Here was our weekend....

So the tileis down, Lynn will have some staining on the bookcases and cleaning up the grout residue. Best investment we made this weekend was a new set of knee pads for me (old ones were shot) and a pair for Lynn. That was a bunch of work about a total of 28 man hours, we are pooped and the Jacuzzi tub felt good.

Getting closer to being done.

 

[wdw4us]

Scott and Lynn, must have sympathy pains. As I was locking the door on my way out this morning, I pulled a muscle in the middle of my back. I feel you pain!! Drugs will help either that or a shot of some sort of liquor tonight!

Well the family did 5 miles last night. Nick came along as he's starting to train for the 1/2 little bugger ran almost the whole 5 miles. So I will PM my miles to Connie and - Mark did 20 for you last week so your set.

Take care, I'm already at work so I'll make it short.

Have a good one.

denise

 

[katwalks]

Good morning, folks!

I am back home and getting ready to head out to work. I spoke to Connie a couple of times on my way home yesterday and it sounds like she spent most of her day sleeping off and on. That's good, because she's unable to get comfortable enough to sleep for long periods at a time, so if she can sleep more often, that will help! We had a nice time and, if nothing else, she was able to get out of her house! She is unable to drive herself just yet, so leaving the house every now and then is a treat!

I ate hideously while at Connie's and did my nails this morning instead of my step tape. OH, well. I guess I will have ease myself back into my healthy routine rather than jumping. I'll get to water aerobics in the morning and eat well today.

Make it a great Monday!

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Morning all!

I did a quick 3.1 miler (5k) at an 8:50 pace (26:50 ish). It was nice and cool out. I'm doing a strength training class later tonight.

Best,
Jennifer

 

[funwalker]

Good Morning Team!

Scott & Lynn ~ Fantastic Job ~ Your basement is going to be sooooooooooo beautiful! And New Knee Pads Too

, gotta watch those locust they'll get you every time ~ I once read something interesting about the years that the locust took away. Hope you & Erica have a few Memory Moment on your Long Walk this morning

Went to see Momma Mia last night ~ recommendation

The Foot Problem: Still some swelling & the hard knot is still there but much smaller, but No pain or additional complications after the 8-miler Saturday!

Jennifer, Wow you are doing Great!

Denise & Mark - Huge Thanks for the Miles for Connie!
Connie, PTL you were finally able to get enough relief from pain to sleep!

Connie will PM our miles & time ~ I am thrilled my walking miles are getting back to almost 50/50 with my biking miles!

Kathy, I understand...Completely! I was supposed to go to the gym this morning, but decided my nails looked pretty sad and needed a little attention sooooooooo.

was going to ride my bike last night, started out, turned around, as I think I better take it in for new tires ~ Geez it always something - shoes, tires, skirts, kilts, etc. Life Is Good :roll:

Have a Great Day ~ Whatever you get to do ENJOY the Moments!

 

[wdw4us]

Miranda sent me this link. I have to say, I just about busted a gut reading it.

Wish there was more than just breakfast shown. But you know Dave, eating some of these meals would really hamper our walking.......

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26838748/?pg=1#TDY_080923_MH_WorstBFastFoods

denise

 

[windwalker]

Miranda sent me this link. I have to say, I just about busted a gut reading it.

Wish there was more than just breakfast shown. But you know Dave, eating some of these meals would really hamper our walking.......

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26838748/?pg=1#TDY_080923_MH_WorstBFastFoods

denise

Thank you for that Denise, I told my little Veggie eating princess to avoid the Bod Evans Pancakes and the BK hash browns. The sad thing is during my journey into unhealth I used to get two Hardies Monster Biscuits on the way to work.

I need to link that to my Blog tomorrow.

Margie and Kathy you are such girls. I'm sure the rest of the princesses would agree on the nails though.

Walking Panda

 

[funwalker]

TEAM!

Denise - Speechless, but I am thankful I do not care for any of them!

nails look sooooooooooo good

Did manage to make it to the gym today-nice workout. Hagen's swimming lesson, put him in his pj's after the shower, and he fell asleep on the way home.

Connie

 

[Villains_Rock]

Hey team! I know I've been absent in my writing lately, but I assure you I have been keeping up and reading posts. Just busy with alot of running around. My ex husband is losing his house and because he never filed the quit claims deed that I signed during the divorce in 05, I am still on the title (and there for and being dragged into it legally). I was given a summons to court and everything!! Ugh. I met with my lawyer again yesterday and he has completed a legal response to the summons and whipped up a quit claims deed for us to file. I should have had legal advise in the first place or this wouldn't have happened. The thing that peeves me is that when I moved out of that house he had 3 of his buddy's move in to pay rent. He made more than twice my current income and could have paid for the mortgage comfortably. I have no idea what has happened and why he's losing the house, but it doesn't really surprise me. OK...so now that I'm worked up again I think I'm going to change the subject. Moving on...

So...Jordan and I worked on our bathroom a bit last night. We had had an awful sliding door placed over a tub and we ripped it out to put one of those curved shower curtains in. I have yet to use it (I will in about 30 minutes) but Jordan said he loves it. He's so tall and has such wide shoulders that he had been so cramped in there before. Then we went to Disney and they have the curved curtains and I thought ...that's what we need. The problem is that the tiles had been drilled for the old doors and we now have unsightly holes to file. Eventually, we need to redo the whole bath and retile anyways.

Jennifer - I think 55.3 minutes is a good goal for the 10K. You are so fast that it's hard to pinpoint what you are capable of!!

Denise - My mom actually bought that book "Eat This, Don't Eat That" where those stats were pulled from. It's an amazing book!! I might go get a copy for myself. Anyhow thanks for sharing...it's crazy how unhealthy a seemingly healthy meal can be. 1102 calories in a grape flavored smoothie!?!

Scott/Lynn - The basement looks amazing!!

Margie - 8 miles with NO PAIN!

Kathy - Glad you made it home ok! Thanks from all of us for taking Connie out and about. I'm sure she needed it!

Dave - That locust story reminds me of the move Lucas...have you ever seen it? It's an underdog, feel-good type of move...with a whole scene about a locust!!

Training - Ran my last LR yesterday before my half. 10 Miles at an 11.02 pace. My goal for the half is (firstly, to not get swept) to finish in 2:30 or less. I have a easy 3 miles today and an easy 2 miles tomorrow, followed by 2 days of rest. Packet pick up is Friday and I think we will drive the course to see how hilly it is. My problem is...I want to carry my phone, but usually carry it in a pocket in my handheld water bottle. I won't need the bottle, but won't have anywhere for my phone. Anyone have any ideas? I'm not big on wearing anything on my waist..it rubs and annoys me after about 5 miles. Should I take my bottle anyways?

OK guys...I'm off to test the new shower!! Train safe!

 

[Scott H]

Ok Made it to Columbus, went out for a three mile run this morn, kind of a kick back day at the Conference. When I called home Lynn was struggling with the dried grout on the floor, she was working her ...... off getting it cleaned up. I feel so bad, wish I was there to help her, she is a trooper and strong of heart, that is what makes her soooo special to me and why I am so lucky to have her as a spouse, partner, best friend etc etc for the past 30 years, besides she is the only person that would put up with me,

Eva, good luck with teh shower, go slow drilling the tile,

Kathy thanks for taking care of Connie, I know that uncomforatable feeling it will pass, just getting there is no fun,

Margie no pain how KEWL!!!!

Dave yes TOT soon come. (That is Bahamian for the Tower of Terror Race is just around the corner and we will soon be there)

Lynn should get some upper body credit fr all teh scrubbing she is doing.

Denise, the book sounds interesting, afirms what we already know.

Jennifer you speed demon you, keep up the great work, getting stronger every day.

Eva, re carrying your phone etc, I haev a variety of fanny packs, I tend to use a small one from (I think brand is fuel belt) to carry Ipod or cell phone. I use a Mickey Cell phone holder on the waist band, the next size up carries both plus ID money etc, I then have a bigger fanny pack that I carry when I travel and run in the early mornings in the city where the elements might not be friendly, and I can carry the tools of my trade as needed. There was an attack last night here in Columbus near the Campus. I did pick up a 4 bottle model with an add on pocket , have not tried it yet. Best ADVICE I CAN GIVE IS MAKE SURE IT WORKS BEFORE YOU RACE WITH IT>>>> I just checked and it is a Fuel Belt. WWW.fuelbelt.com

enjoy the day

Think of Lynn as she is working really hard. She is the Bestest. I gotta find her a nice present.

 

[bunnyfoo]

Hi everyone! Sorry I haven't been around the past few days. I've just been busy with lots of little things here and there and finishing up training for my 1/2 this Sunday. I'm hoping to meet up with Kim (Hockeychic) either before or after the race. I think I'll have to send her a PM, I haven't seen her here lately.

I have to admit that I had thoughts of dropping out. Not sure why - I know I can finish but for some reason was just really nervous about not being ready and being swept. I talked to my PT yesterday and he said that I should go and do it. He said that if I quit because I felt I wasn't ready, I would always use it as my excuse.

Eva - Sorry to hear about the problems with your ex and the house What a pain! For my 1/2, I'm hoping for around 2:30 as well. I'm going to take my cell in my SpiBelt or FuelBelt. I don't think I'll need fluid since there will be water stops. But I always think ... "What if..."

Jennifer - I would be thrilled if I could run a 10K in less than an hour I thought of you this weekend when I was doing hill training. I was able to go up the hill several times at 9:30 m/m.

Scott/Lynn -The basement looks amazing! I can definitely see all the hardwork that gone into it. I'm all thumbs when it comes to that stuff so I'm definitely impressed

Dave - I don't think I've seen a locust before but I've come across lots of bugs during my runs. I'm most afraid of bees and wasps.

Denise - Those are some crazy calories! I have to admit that I do like Cinnabon

Erica, Kathy, Sue, Anne, Kim (and anyone else I've missed):

 

[wdw4us]

Speaking of bugs…….. Sunday afternoon/dinner time the 4 of us went out for our walk and I had on a lime green shirt. A running shirt with the little zipper pocket in the back. It’s very comfortable and I usually wear that if I’m not wearing one of my WISH shirts.

We get to a point on the walk and I feel Mark brush my shirt. A bug has landed on the back. Then he brushes it again and again, and then Miranda brushes me and finally Nick. All little black dots that look like soot or a speck of dirt. Well Nick was a bit too hard and smeared the bug on my shirt. How weird is that? After we left that stretch it didn’t happen again and then when we hit that area the 2nd time around it didn’t happen either. Wonder if it was just at the right time. Mark and Nick were wearing black and Miranda was in white so it must have been the green that attracted them. Thought bugs were colorblind?

denise

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Margie, Scott, and Eva thanks for the support! I've been doing some training with the cross country team (one of my good friends is captain) and they tried to convince me to run for them (sadly I don't have the time to commit to that schedule) and am about middle of the pack. I love how you guys always make me feel fast.

Vicky, nice to know you "enjoyed" your hills too. I've yet to find a flat route that's longer than 3 miles, plus I like variety.

As for me, I ran 5.5 miles at an 8:50 pace and it felt comfortable to slow. I've noticed that my first run after strength training always feels this way. It's like I look at the time and know I going fast but my legs just don't feel it. I don't know if that's good or bad.

Also I think I mentioned this a while back, but with it coming up soon, please send some prayers and/or pixie dust this way. Thursday afternoon I find out if I get an interview for Teach for America (my first choice for after graduation), so keep you fingers crossed.

Best,
Jennifer

 

[windwalker]

Hi Team.

I really think we need a road trip and a team meeting at Scott and Lynn's place. I think the bar needs christening (sp).

We could celabrate Jennifer's new job.

Princess Erica and I did 10 hot miles on a new route. About a third of it was at a new soccer complex park. Since it is off season it was just a nice green place to walk.

Everyone knows my theory of walking in a park being better for you since the trees and grass give off Oxgyen and absorb the carbon dioxide making the air very fresh and clean.

Everyone have a super evening filled with love and rest.

Happy Panda