Hakuna Matata Having a Howling Good October!!!

[wdw4us]

Yes I posted to the September thread.

Here's what I wrote:

Hi Everyone. Many things going on here but the family including Josie went out for 3 miles today. It was just a walk - nothing to write home about but it was a beautiful day here in NH. Even Nick joined us. Josie is now awake a bit more than last week and is looking at my big fat face. She likes my quilts and is not too sure about Mark and all that facial hair.

I will go to my profile and update my miles, hours and PM them to Connie.

Thanks for sticking with me.

Scott the facebook photos are awesome.


As of today, I am glad it's October. I leave for Houston next week (weds) Mark was suppose to come with me but his friend passed away so we canceled portion of the trip and booked Disney for us in March. With the economy the way it is, our winter get away will be inexpensive, ap, DVC and airline credits. Thank goodness we bought DVC when we did.

Dave, yes the princess does bring with her some stuff but aren't they precious. I could kiss her face all day. Yesterday she had the hiccups and gets them often. My grandmother always thought a sip of sugarwater would help. So Miranda and I gave it a try, on sip and she looked at me like I was an alien but it also made her hiccups go away.

Well Monday again but it is a beautiful day here in New England.

Sun shining - all seems right with the world, well at least my corner of it for now.

denise

PS - Connie - you can only go up from here, Pixie dust to you!

 

[Lynn G]

Good Morning Team!

Kim - the trip was fantastic! We had a great group (it is hard to get a tour group of 20+ people together and have not one abnoxious person!), we ate great food (including guinea pig and alpaca), and learned a lot about the Incas and Peru natives.

At the moment, the knee feels good, but I am sure that will change when I start the days exercises and walking. Yesterday was cold and raining all day, so the dogs and I did not get a walk in. PT later today also.

Have a great day all!

 

[wilbur]

Good morning team!

A quick hi! & how's training going?

Major project due at work. Better get back at it.........Sue

 

[jship210]

As well as Lunch and Dinner and snacks etc etc etc.

Jack are you going to Denver for the IACP???

Unfortunately, this being my first year as the COP, I didn't have the nerve to put in for it. My roomate Ray Fleer is the undersheriff at Jefferson County CO and had asked as well, I'd have loved to go just to hang out with everyone. I'd like Chipolte and a tour of coors as well. Next year the NA National is in Boston!!! I did the IACP two years ago in Boston so this will be easier only an hour drive. I miss getting all the free stuff
You?

 

[windwalker]

Hello team.

Denise I'll tell Erica to try the sugar water as he gets hic ups often also.

Connie, ((((((((((((((((((Connie)))))))))))))))))))))

Lynn and Kimmer you guys get healed up now and quit the ouches.

Scott, miss you brother, is the bar open?

Margie, ((((((((((((((((Margie)))))))))))))))))))

Where is little Eva?

Vicky is it cold up there in the far north?

Everyone have an awesome day, we are off to walk.

Dave

 

[funwalker]

Hi TEAM!

Connie - Flu
Lynn- Knee
have you fully recovered from your cold/flu?

Denise-

Jennifer- hope to meet you at WDW in January!

Brooksie Way Half Marathon Sunday, October 4, 2009:
It poured on Saturday but the rain held off on Sunday until the race finished and then it rain the rest of the day!

I met a young lady, Janice (only 33yrs) who recently moved to Kalamazoo who is doing the Goofy! I invited her to join the WISH group. Our pace is much the same. I walked with her most of the way. We are on the same training program and she is willing to do the long training walks together! I am so excited. I so dreaded doing those long walks alone.

Oh My Gosh - hills, hills, and more hills- Yes, Connie these were Real hills! I do not know why but the hill just before mile 7 was a real cardiac workout. I am thinking Detroit October 18th (13 more days) will be a piece of cake after the Crim & Brooksie Way!

I was way happy with my Chip Time and pace
The section on the dirt road was terrible...wet, slippery, with lots of pot holes, but the other two sections on the trails were pretty good.

 

[Terri5176]

Hey, team......


Checking in - did the Leavenworth Half on Saturday, a bit of a stinker of a race. I did finish, just wish I could have been quicker!

Back at it this afternoon, with slow walk then a training session. Not too much, as I'm still POOPED OUT!




Terri

 

[jship210]

Hey, team......


Checking in - did the Leavenworth Half on Saturday, a bit of a stinker of a race. I did finish, just wish I could have been quicker!

Back at it this afternoon, with slow walk then a training session. Not too much, as I'm still POOPED OUT!




Terri

Terri how did you make it over the fences??
Congrats on running it.

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Hi everyone,

I got in 5.5 miles in 47 minutes and 20 minutes of strength training.

Best,
Jennifer

 

[Terri5176]

Terri how did you make it over the fences??
Congrats on running it.

 

[jship210]

Good Morning Hakuna Matata-ians, 5.2miles this morning 45 mins., now it's off to a breakfast meeting. Enjoy the day..

Flu shots today! Oh Boy

 

[jship210]

From Runners World

October 10, 2008
Marathon Recovery: the First 24 hours
Coach Jenny, I am running a marathon this weekend and then flying Sunday night to an early morning business meeting Monday. Do you have any magic post-marathon recovery tips that might help me avoid walking like John Wayne into that meeting? - Meg

Good luck in your marathon this weekend Meg! Yes, there are plenty of recovery strategies you can implement post marathon that will help you walk softly Monday morning.


~Timing is everything, and recovery begins the minute you cross the finish line. Get your photo and your medal and keep walking. You've just asked your body to run for hours and stopping abruptly shocks the system and encourages muscle lock-up and blood pooling in your legs. Try to walk at least 10 minutes post race to allow your body to gradually return to its normal resting state. Get up and walk around 10-15 minutes every few hours for the rest of the day.

~Within 30 minutes of finishing, refuel with carbohydrates with lean protein and salt. It doesn't have to be a full meal, but research indicates that recovery rates are faster if you consume carbohydrates and protein at a 3:1 or 4:1 ratio. If you can't eat post race, pack a recovery drink in your gear check bag. It can be easier to digest and aids in re-hydration.

~Put yourself on ice soon after the race. Many elite athletes like Paula Radcliffe take advantage of the miracles of ice post race and take a cold bath because it immediately begins to reduce inflammation in your legs. Ice bath recipe: Fill a tub with lukewarm water -- enough to cover your feet, legs, hips, and waist. Wear a shirt or towel to keep your upper body warm. Add ice cubes until the water is cold. Sit in the cold tub for five to eight minutes. The colder the water, the shorter the time you should sit in the tub.

~Sip fluids throughout the day to replenish losses. Use the "pee" test to monitor adequate hydration levels. If your urine is pale yellow like lemonade, you are adequately hydrated. Continue to replenish fuel and electrolyte levels (sodium, potassium). A bowl of soup is a great recovery meal. Hydrate adequately on the flight as well.

~Take a normal dose of anti-inflammatory one to two hours post race with food.

~Consider scheduling a massage if you have the time but wait at least two hours post race. Getting a massage at the finish may sound like a great idea, but it can cause more soreness, which is not going to help your goal to walk normally Monday morning. Massage can have a dramatic effect on post-race recovery times. You can also perform your own self massage with some of the products on the market like The Stick and foam rollers. They are a convenient way to give yourself a deep tissue massage on your hamstrings, calves, thighs, ITB, and hips.

~Once you're checked into the gate at the airport, walk the terminal long enough to warm your muscles and do some stretching to keep your legs loose.

~Continue to eat small meals every few hours to continue to re-stock your muscles with energy and repair muscle damage. Pack a meal for the flight and bring a few snacks for the night.
While on the flight, move and stretch your legs every 15 to 20 minutes. You can do this in your seat (if there is turbulence) or get up and walk to the back and stretch while standing.

~Skip the alcohol and go for a tomato juice as it is filled with vitamin C and sodium which will continue to aid in balancing your system.
Get up early Monday morning, take a warm shower, and do some light stretching to loosen your muscles. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes (and still stylish!) and wear that marathon medal to the meeting. Remember you have 26.2 days of bragging rights and this would be a good time to use those rights! You never know...you may inspire someone in that meeting to run a marathon next year!

 

[Lynn G]

Good Morning Team!

Jack - we get our flu shots tomorrow!

Got 3 miles in yesterday, slightly faster than friday (we are still in the 19-20 m/m range). Went to PT in afternoon, now I hurt so much I can barely move! Will have to see how walk goes today.

Have a great day all!

 

[funwalker]

Hi TEAM!

Thanks, Jack for posting that article...Lots of great information. I had that experience once when getting the massage too soon after a half

Fall storms in this area, dark, dreary, heavy rain, and wind.

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Jack, We're almost running twins with times and mileage today

I did 5 miles in 43 minutes

 

[wdw4us]

Good morning:

Just a quick drive by my computer at home is being fussy so I have to post from work.

Did 1/2 hour on the ellip Monday night

Last night Mark and I went out for 3 miles. We had gone to the good feet store on Saturday and purchased some shoe inserts and they really seem to have helped Mark a lot. He had almost no pain during the walk so that is a huge improvement. I figured since we're not training this year and we both have a lot on our plate right now 3 miles would be sufficient for our well being and the team.

Dave, happy b-day, your facebook post is excellent.

OK, now to earn my keep.

denise

 

[jship210]

Jack, We're almost running twins with times and mileage today

I did 5 miles in 43 minutes

The difference is you didn't even break a sweat and I practically needed CPR

 

[Lynn G]

Good Morning Team!

Very funny Jack!

It looks like it will be a nice day here today, before we get the cold tomorrow, at least we are skipping out for the weekend and missing the snow, I hope! Last night we got the sprinkler system blown out and turned off, and winterized the camper - I am not ready for winter yet!!!!

Yesterday was not a good day for exercise, I was planning on 6 miles, but both my knees hurt so much that I barely made 3 miles. Hopefully today will be better, but I don't have time for 6 miles today.

Have a great day all!

 

[windwalker]

Today has been awesome so far. It's my 58th birthday, I feel 20 so I good with that.

The day is cool and clear with warm sun, untill you get in shaded areas then it's cilly. I met my walking group and we did a strong 10 miles. The last section One of the walkers saw a poor little stuffed panda on the side of the road, we rescued it and I carried it stuck in my shorts in the back, just it's little head sticking out, Pics coming.

So a strong 10 miler, baby panda, great weather and good company. Life is good.

Dave

 

[jship210]

Happy Birthday Dave!