Linda's goal = Lose wt + 1/2 marathon 09(encouragement welcome)

[larry's girl]

Hey - I have read tennis is a great workout! (I wouldn't know, mind you - anything involving hitting a ball is beyond my physical capabilities - but I read a lot!!) Plus you got to spend some time with DH while you did it - that sounds like a great week to me!

Don't worry - as the temps start to cool down, you'll get more runs in (and I bet you get faster, too). Keep going - I'm enjoying reading about your training! Hope you have a great weekend.

Susan

 

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Susan! This summer has been a big change in the time DH and I have together now that our oldest DD drives- there's good and bad in that!

Today I was setting up my training plan for the Applefest 1/2 on Oct 4th.A friend who is also doing it told me to put in my mile time and go by that because my regular time for a previous 1/2 put me way too slow.I know it is to prevent injury but when I tell you I can walk faster I am not fooling.

So this a.m. I did a mile only to time myself- I never did that before,since I progessed I mean.I did a mile in 7:44.So my 1/2 training times made more sense for me.

Going for a walk later with a friend and then out on my bike.

Talk to everyone soon,

Linda

 

[postesf]

HI Linda! Just checking in to see how things were going.

Are you getting excited for Applefest! There will some nice WISHers there!

Stacie

 

[momof2minnies]

Just back from Ogunquit Beach and man I wish I had brought my running stuff.Walked right out to the water every a.m. as everyone was running down the beach-I was bummed.

September 20th the Lobster Dash takes place on the beach there. That sounds cool.A 5 mile run on the beach.

This morning I did my 3.1 mile route here-no beach,in 30:01 a 9:40 pace.I will take it since the diet is in the pits and today I start "training" for the half.

My DH has lost 10 lbs so far in 2 weeks on the Atkins.It works very well for him for a jump start to feel better then proceed with better eating.

Hope everyone is doing well,
Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

Today did 6 miles in 64:04, a 10:40 pace.

As for DH 12 lbs. Way to go!

Hope everyone has a great weekend,

Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

Today rode my bike for 10 miles in 45:18, 13 mph.Applefest will be here soon.Time to get cracking.Did some abs today too and the "diet" is going well.

Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

This a.m. 6 miles in 57:58, a 9:39 pace.My best yet.It is beautiful outside.Looks like fall is coming already.

Linda

 

[postesf]

Hey Linda. yay for your improved pace! and for DH's lb loss! That's great.

I know Applefest will be fun! You'll have to say Hello to Scott and Amy and Lisa for me.

I wish fall was here for us...but it's still in the 90s! At the end of my run last night it was finally starting to cool down...at 10:15 pm!

Stacie

 

[momof2minnies]

16 miles on my bike today- did not time it,just went at steady pace and enjoyed the weather.

Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

3.1 miles today in 29:10,a 9:24 pace.

Linda

 

[DisneyMOM09]

Linda, Just wanted to stop by and say Thank you for all of the encouraging words! Your determination and love for running is really inspiring! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

 

[momof2minnies]

Last night I bought some new Asic gels.Recurring shin splints made me look at my left shoe and to my surprise I did have alot of wear on my left heel.

Taking today off to rest.Soccer tryouts and scrimmages today anyway.

Have a great one everyone,
Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

6 miles in 61:30,a 10:15 pace.

Linda

 

[disneyrunningnut]

Hi Linda,

Looks like your running is going great. Smart move to get a new pair of shoes. Do you keep track of your mileage on the shoes? I retire mine when they get in the 450-500 mile range. My knees and my shins start to let me know when it is time for a new pair.

David

 

[momof2minnies]

Walked today for about 40 mins.Shin splints are so aggrevating to say the least.

Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

6 miles in 63:43,a 10:37 pace.Took it slower on purpose and actually enjoyed the pace today.Focused less on the watch and more on my surroundings.It was a peaceful run.

First day of school today! My baby is a freshman!

Have a great one everyone.

Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

Today I did the elliptical x45 mins.3.01 miles and burned 422 cals.I also walked with a friend and went about 5 miles or so.

Ibuprofen is my best friend.I have been using it on and off for a while and it makes a huge difference.But I wish the pain would just go away and not just be masked by the med.

Where is everyone these days????????????

Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

Just did 7.8 miles,thought it was 8 miles until I went out with the car and measured it.I could have done the 8, I felt good but stopped when I thought I was done.I did it in1:20:58,a 10:22 pace.I'll take it!

Hope everyone is going to post more soon,it is lonely around here!

Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

6 miles in 63:16,a 10:32 pace.

Linda

 

[disneyrunningnut]

Hi Linda,

How are your shins? Good job on the running. Slowing down and going further feels good doesn't it.

David