Hakuna Matata - May; the Irish Month of Mirth and Merriment!

[Motomiker]

Hi Team,

Just another quick post today. I did eight miles in 1:25:17. I missed a PR by 2 seconds. 1:25 seems to be my time for eight! Just for kicks, I weighed myself before and after my run and lost 3 pounds. The dried salt from my perspiration was all over my face.

Margie~ My gym workouts are on a TM. Borinngggg....

Regina~ Good luck with your eye surgery! It makes such a difference. Lasik wouldn't work for me, my vision was too poor. Instead, I had a newer surgery that implanted lenses into my eyes a couple of years ago. My vision is now 20/15 !

Train on everyone! - Mike

 

[funwalker]

Team Hakuna Matata

Mike & Sue are racing this Weekend! Tracking for either race available (?) BIB #'s

Saturday, May 15th Mike- - Life Time Fitness Run Wild 5K Booksfield Zoo
Sunday, May 16th Sue - Mississauga Canada / Full Marathon

 

[funwalker]

Good Morning, Team!

Severe Thunderstorms-High 74°.

Connie- Same Things Happening - hope they are Fun!
Did the storms miss you last night?
Update on the mules?
mojitos???

Dave- do you think your left Achilles is finally truly healing?
Have you been to a doctor?
It’s been several years since you injured it way back when you were still running.

Gerry- Thanks for sharing the pictures...Sweet!
Very Cute DD & DS!

Jennifer-

Kim- must be way busy with your P90X

Kirstie- we know you must be busy - But we do miss!

Mike- Great Run!
I have the same problem with salt deposits (face, neck, front of legs)
you might want to think about using some type of Electrolyte.

Regina- new running shoes!
Hope you feel better today.
My daughter had Lasik several years ago-loved it.
Eating - pretty much back to normal but some foods just don't sound good!

Sue- Did you get your bike fitted yesterday?
Seeing your husband does Tri's -
is he planning on you keeping him company on his long rides?

Taryn- When is your School out for the summer?
Our 'Speedy' Jennifer (wellesleyprincess) is also a
Teacher and Girls Track Coach.

Vicky- Our Buff Little Energizer Bunny

Connie (foot), Dave (Achilles), Jennifer (runners knees)
Kim (foot), Kirstie (arm), Lynn (knees), and Vicky (ankle)

AFM: My Little Hagen had stomach x-rays yesterday.
He has a blockage- he does not keep anything down.
He is on a liquid diet. Hopefully we will know a little more
after the doctor calls to check on him today.

Enjoy all the moments today might bring!
Connie, Dave, Denise, Eva, figment82, Gerry, Hope, Jack, Jennifer,
Kim, Kirstie, Lorelei528, Mary, Mike, Pam, Regina, Robert,
Scott & Lynn, Shannan, Sue, Taryn, and Vicky-

 

[Steffwalks]

Good morning EVERYONE!!!

Margie - Poor Hagen! I hope things clear up SOON! That's awful. -- No mule pics yet. Waiting on the other two mules! They will be here in the next couple of weeks. They are coming from Kentucky. -- Mojitos: a nasty tasting drink made with Mint and other yucky things! No offense to the lovers of the Mo!

Gerry - Adorable munchkins, even with the mud! Your daughter doesn't look too happy with that mud bath. Maybe you should point out that people spend $$$$ for mudbaths for the beauty of their skin! Enjoy these days, they slip by so quickly...but you have heard that, I'm sure.

Mike - There are some great electorlyte products out there. There are drinks, gels, strips, and bars. You probably should consider them. Salt is very important to the proper functioning of our bodies. It keeps the nerves, synapsising and the heart pumping!

Dave - What happened to your achilles this time? You didn't fall off a curb again, did you?

Sue - I was wondering about those tris too! Are you going to try them? You are my hero!

Jennifer - How about you? Are you trying tris, now that you are getting well?

Regina - Glad to see your face this morning! Hope you feel better soon! Will keep you in my prayers next Thursday!

Come back: Dave, Denise, Eva, figment82, Jack,Kim, Kirstie, Lorelei528, Mary, Pam, Robert, Scott & Lynn, Shannan, and Vicky-

AFM - Serious storms last night. We were on the backside and got just a little hail and lots of rain, but cities and towns just east of us got tornadoes. Not a pleasant way to spend an evening. -- Mowed the lawn, yesterday. It takes about two hours to mow everything. Didn't quite get it all, but there's only 15 - 30 minutes of mowing left...but now the grass is too wet. May be a hot and muggy day.

See y'all - Connie

 

[windwalker]

Good morning guys.

Connie my achillies has been a long time problem. I have cronic tight calves so when I get lazy about the stretching I have problems that take a long while to fix.

Today was pool and wicked good stretching. Tomorrow I'm doing the hills in Nashville so resting the walking muscles today.

Margie you don't need any more sickos in the house. Must be the water up there in the far north.

Ok off to nap.

Dave

 

[wilbur]

Good Morning Team!

Work is crazy busy so another quick post.

Picked up the bike on Tues. & will do a short ride on Sat. I think DH is more excited than I am.

We don't train together except for spin class & some times weights. He is an outstanding rider & will leave me in the dust.

Connie, I'm giving a duathlon a try in July. I'm not ready for a tri.
Stay dry & don't get blown away. I'm also waiting for pics.

Margie, Hope it's nothing serious & Hagen will be feeling better soon.

Mike, Nice time on the 8 miler

Regina, Feel better. I'm a 305 user. Some of the best money I've spent. Love it.

Taking tonight off with a short run Fri. Race pickup is Sat.

Have a great day. Happy training..........Sue

 

[bunnyfoo]

Good morning team! I'm already looking forward to the weekend Just a quick post before I get back to work...

Margie - Hope Hagen is feeling better Is this leftover from the stomach bug that was going around a couple of weeks ago? I haven't forgotten about your email but it's hard to type on the phone (no outside email at work )

Connie - Stay safe! I hope the tornadoes stay far away from your area. Did your copy of PX90 arrive? How are you liking it? You and Kim are going to be super buff!

Sue - Looks like sunny weather for this weekend! Good luck on Sunday!!

Mike - You keep getting speedier all the time! The zoo run sounds like fun! Are you going to get dressed up for it?

Dave - Have fun in Nashville this weekend! Say hi to Sally for us! And there's nothing wrong with our water...

Regina - Hope you're feeling better today! No decisions yet on the wedding. I'm okay either way but always love going on a road trip! My PT had Lasik done last year and loves it. I think his only complaint was dry eyes for a couple of months but other than that, he loves it.

Jennifer - Glad to hear you're feeling better! Your post reminds me that I wanted to find some small races for the summer.

Gerry - Thanks for the sharing your pics with us! The Muddy Buddy sounds fun

AFM - Not much planned for this weekend. Will try making oatmeal bread and some baked sweet potato chips. I bought a bag of what I thought was sweet potato chips yesterday. I get home look a little more closely at the ingredients and see that they're sweet potato flavoured corn chips. Grrr!! And I missed that they had sugar in them - they were made with evaporated cane juice. So now I'm going to try and make my own I've got training tonight and will check out a new gym in my neighbourhood on Saturday morning. I heard they don't put you on a contract so that would work out for me.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[GirTheGecko]

Hey guys,

I did two miles today. Then work and did the 'push it' thing again.

Have a good one!

 

[windwalker]

Vicky dear why would one want sweet potato chips? Is that a better alternative to regular potato chips?

Oh and we have something wrong with our water in the Gulf Of Mexico, it's getting full of oil from that leaking oil well. This has the potential to be the worst man made disaster ever. Oil is leaking from a hole we ripped into the earth and we have no idea how to fix it. Where is Bruce Willis and the Armageddon team when you need um.

I'm going to sleep in tomorrow. I'm training on the nashville hills in the afternoon so I can skip my 5am adventures tomorrow.

Dave

 

[Piglet24]

Hey Everyone,

I finally made it through a run today! 4 miles on the TM and I’m feeling ok.

Hope- That’s a bummer you didn’t get the job. Good luck getting your friend’s job instead!! WTG on the 2 miles!

Mike- Thanks! DH insisted on having lasik 2.5 years ago and his eyesight was worse than mine. I think the fact that I’m now running and don’t want to worry about glasses or contacts is what finally pushed me over the edge to get it done. How did the procedure go with your implants? Is it a long procedure? What’s it called? Great job on your 8 mile runs!! Good luck on Saturday!!!

Sue- Good luck in your marathon on Sunday!!! Thanks!

Margie- Thanks! I am feeling a little better today…still not 100%, but definitely better than I was yesterday. How did the Dr. call go regarding Hagen? Do they know what’s going on yet?

Connie- Thanks!! I’m glad the tornadoes missed you! Why did it take so long for your P90X to arrive?

Vicky- Thanks! Yes I’ve heard that can be a side effect. Apparently if it gets really bad they have plugs they can insert to assist in creating tears. So weird! I never even knew that stuff existed… I really hope I don't need those! I don’t blame you- I’m always up for a road trip as well...and any excuse to travel!! Let us know how your sweet potato chips turn out. Sounds yummy.

Does anyone use any gel or other items while running/walking? If so, what do you use and how do you like it?

Also, has anyone on our team ever organized and executed a race?

Happy Friday Team!

 

[funwalker]

Good Morning, Team!

We actually have sunshine this morning- probably be humid!

Connie- Enjoy your Road Trip!

Dave- Sleep is good!

Hope- WTG nice to get in your miles before cross training!

Jennifer- are you feeling better?

Mike- Have Fun Tomorrow at the Zoo!
I had to do a 20-miler on the DreadMill last year
and borrrrrrrrrrrring does not quite get it.
It is hard to force myself to do it anymore.

Regina-Robert (ultramickeymouse) is a Race Director on our Team.
He is very busy this summer-I think he said he has 33 Races to organize/plan/work.
I use GU on longer my walks-one each hour.

Sue-Have Fun Sunday at Mississauga Canada/Full Marathon!
Hummm…I do not have a race for you on our July Calendar.

Vicky- DD made the sweet potato chips, easy to make. She
just sliced thin and deep fried.
They are supposed to be better for you but they are sweet!

Connie (foot), Dave (Achilles), Jennifer (runners knees)
Kim (foot), Kirstie (arm), Lynn (knees), and Vicky (ankle)

AFM: My Little Hagen is on a liquid diet
What little he had yesterday he kept down.
It is serious:
His lower bowel is impacted & the upper is extended and enlarged.

Enjoy all the moments today might bring!
Connie, Dave, Denise, Eva, figment82, Gerry, Hope, Jack, Jennifer,
Kim, Kirstie, Lorelei528, Mary, Mike, Pam, Regina, Robert,
Scott & Lynn, Shannan, Sue, Taryn, and Vicky-

 

[GirTheGecko]

Good Morning, Team!

AFM: My Little Hagen is on a liquid diet
What little he had yesterday he kept down.
It is serious:
His lower bowel is impacted & the upper is extended and enlarged.

Poor little one. Hope they can help him quickly. Much pixie dust for him!

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Margie, I'm feeling pretty good. Hope Hagen gets better!

It's been state testing week, so I haven't been running.

I went "swimming" at my pool today.

Yesterday, I managed 4 miles in 35 minutes.

Tonight I'm going out with friends for drinks.

Best,
Jennifer

 

[Motomiker]

Hi Team,

Thanks for the advice on the electrolytes, I've been getting into protein bars and bought my first gel the other day. Gatorade G2 is a staple in our fridge. Muscle Milk after a hard run.

Regina~ I had Intra Ocular Lenses put in my eyes (IOC's for short). Otherwise known as implantable contact lenses. The procedure was done in a few hours and I was in a twilight sleep. It is very similar to cataract surgery except that my original lenses are left intact. The bonus over Lasik is that the lenses can be removed or changed in an emergency or accident that affects or changes my eyes, and Lasik can only be tweaked so much after the original surgery. The cost was a little higher.

Margie~ my bib number is 907 for my zoo run, maybe they will let a tiger out to motivate people.... Okay, slowest one gets eaten! I hope Hagen is better soon!

Sue~ Good luck in your race!! May your feet feel light and the wind be at your back!

Vicky~ No, no costumes for this one. I did wear Tiger ears and a tail, while Liz had bunny attire on during an Everest Challenge in 2008. Everything fell off on the obstacles!

AFM~Slept some today and did the bills and ran some errands. Looking forward to getting some ZZZZ's tonight (off of work) and heading out early for the race tomorrow! Sorry, Dave no Panda's at this zoo.

Have a great weekend! -Mike

 

[funwalker]

Good Morning, Team!

They say beautiful weather for Michigan this Weekend!

Anyone- suggestions needed for little ones computer Learning Games-
Hagen has mastered the The Learning Company Playtime Peter Rabbit for Toddlers.
It amazes me how fast they learn to control that mouse!

Connie- Are you & Jon trying out the new tent this weekend?
I am thinking Jon has it set up in your back yard by now!

Jennifer- hope you were able to relax and
enjoy your night out last night!

Mike- I know you have crossed the Finish Line and
are enjoying the Zoo.
I checked and there are no results up yet!

Sue- Rest Today!
Are you staying near the race tonight?

Vicky- Have a fun weekend baking!

Connie (foot), Dave (Achilles), Jennifer (runners knees)
Kim (foot), Kirstie (arm), Lynn (knees), and Vicky (ankle)

AFM: for all the Pixie Dust and Get Well Wishes for
My Little Hagen. He was feeling a bit better yesterday,
but the problem is not fixed or under control.

Enjoy all the moments today might bring!
Connie, Dave, Denise, Eva, figment82, Gerry, Hope, Jack, Jennifer,
Kim, Kirstie, Lorelei528, Mary, Mike, Pam, Regina, Robert,
Scott & Lynn, Shannan, Sue, Taryn, and Vicky-

 

[windwalker]

My workout this morning was just pool and stretching, tomorrow I'll start back walking. Some days my achillies feels pretty good and other days its still a pain. But hey i'm doing my stretching, icing and advil, I will beat this.

The US racewalking team is in Mexico for the world cup. I'll let you know how they do. If anyone would like to have them as friends on facebook let me know. It's interesting that two of our best are Ray Sharp wo is 50 and John Matthews who is 53. These guys walk sub 7 min miles for 50K that's 31 miles.

Margie I hope your grandbaby is better real soon. And Sarah to.

I ordered some new shoes from Runningwarehouse, some of the new blue Musha 2s. They are Mizuno road racing shoes and I really like them. They used to be called the Revolver.

Dave

 

[funwalker]

Congratulations, Mike!

WTG - Nice pace

My pace was 8:52 a mile according to my watch.
Officially, they posted me as finishing 281 / 1281 but they used the gun times.
If the chip times were used I was a little higher!

Congratulations, Liz!

Liz did well in her race also, she ran the whole way without ever walking.
Her results have not been posted yet, but her time was around 34:30.

Congratulations, Robert!
Was this Robert's first Race?

 

[windwalker]

Good morning Team.

It's quiet on the boards this morning, am I the only one up in the wee hours? I love the mornings, it's my time before the world becomes crowded again. Not so much car exhaust in the air and the sound of nature is all around.

I'm headed out for a 4 to 5 mile training walk. I hope everyone is feeling the love today. It helps so much when you really enjoy your training time.

Dave

 

[wellesleyprincess]

Hey everyone sorry I haven't updated in a while.

I did 5.5 miles in 50 minutes yesterday.

In personal life, there is a new boyfriend in the picture (I don't know if I mentioned my post-January break up or not). He's a runner too, so we're going on a running date this afternoon.

Best,
Jennifer

 

[windwalker]

A running date sounds very cool Jennifer.

Dave