Month of August - WISH Walkers and Runners Training Thread

[jmasgat]

Diane I went outside the other day and saw a hawk sitting about 20 ft away on my fence. Saw another one yesterday while walking the dog. In the past, I have also seen one make a midair kill in our backyard.

Ronda Glad your new route was enjoyable and your training continues to go well.

Terri Sorry about the hamstring. I hope your core training pays dividends. Seems like there's always some area of the body that can use work. Not enought time inthe day (or motivation) to deal with them all!

Lindy Congrats for signing up for the marathon!

Debra Sulk away if you want (Yes, I'm one of those people who believe in indulging one's mopier tendencies sometimes!) Hope you find some good local events tp keep your training & motivation going. I don't know what I'll do after my fall races--probably won't do WDW in January.

Did 18 yesterday. While the weather is getting better, my times are still a little off. And did my legs ache after the run! It took an hour for them to feel better. But still, I'm making it through this plan--which is definietly more advanced than the novice marathon plan I did for Mickey. Over the course of 16 weeks, the long runs have 60 more miles than the novice plan, along with 5-20 mile runs!

On the home front, DS is now away at school--and I have a whole new set of things to worry about. Will he make friends? will he do well in his classes? will he locate the nearest In-N-Out burger place for me ot try when I show up? At least I get a live chek-in over Labor Day while I am out for the DL half.

Have a good week all.

Maura

 

[DianeL]

Maura ... Yay on the 18 miles!!! and I keep half expecting to see the hawk again. . That was so very cool but I want my birdies safe and yet I still want to see it again preferrably with empty claws. I know it must eat too but I'll be happy to give it an entire suet block of it's very own if it leaves my birdies alone

DEBRA!?!?!?!? Hotel reservations yet? Just checking.

Last night I actually went out during the daylight hours! The temps were nice except the humidity. But still, nice temps and nice breeze. Completed a 3 mile run at a 12:01 avg pace. Yee Haw! And yes I did give a little Yee Haw when I realized how fast I was able to go and so much more confidently with the sun lighting my uneven sidewalk path. No squinting ahead trying to decide if that concrete slab is going to rise up and take me out. Course I did get stopped once due to my training partner being admired. Does anyone else get tired of listening to how beautiful their training partner is? Watching her shake her head setting her long ears into motion as if she is trying out for a commercial? Listen girl, I'm standing here sweating my tushie off and that chocolate milk is still waiting! Sign the autograph book and let's get a move on! *sigh* It's a trial somedays having the most beautiful training partner in the neighborhood

Oh and were the other little "training partners" all out in force last night. Went to move to the otherside only to spot another runner and partner. Dog(s) on the left, Dog on the right left us with the middle of the road.

We're looking at some cooler temps this week! Should be nice Maura, Carrie and Margie! Hope everyone else has good weather coming their way

 

[mousemgr2]

I haven't been posting on this thread, but I have been following along and getting motivation from everyone. Keep up the great work everyone. For right now I am going to be living vicariously through your adventures. An unexpected gall bladder surgery has sidelined me. Of course, the doc. thought I was nuts when I said my first concern was the 1/2 marathon I have coming up in 3 weeks. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I will be good to go by then.

Keep up the great training everyone!

 

[Ronda93]

Diane - I envy you with your beautiful training partner. Our next dog will be a jogger.

Four miles this morning. Weather has been SO much better lately. Averaged 11:20. Happy with that.

Hope everyone is getting their run in.

Ronda

 

[wtpclc]

So hard to get here these days. When I can, it won't let me reply half the time.

Tarining has slacked since Steelhead. Did another tri Sunday. yet another adventure for me. AL ended well, though.

Here's teh report.

I should not admit it, but I really don't want to start marathon training. We will tri train until Sept 11 adn then it's all marathon. I will miss my bike. Will continue swim class, but adding so many more runs just doesn't sound fun to me. hope the weather cools off enough for me to change my mind.

 

[Sarah_Rose]

Carrie: Congrats on another tri!

Diane: You go on about your beautiful training partner and then you go on to NOT post a picture? I'll admit that I have the same issue with my training partner - and he definitely knows that he's beautiful. In fact, he sometimes looks offended when people don't compliment him.

Maura: on the 18!!! I can't imagine doing a marathon at this time of year - I just can't handle the heat! As much as I complained about freezing my butt off for my 20 miler last year (practice for the Goofy, as it turned out!), the heat would be much worse!

I've decided that September 7th is going to be my "drop dead date" for starting running again. It'll be Callum's one month birthday, and I just won't have an excuse not to run anymore. I've been taking it very easy since I ran my last HM in late June, so I worry that it'll take a lot for me to bounce back in time to start training for the WDW HM. I just need to figure out how to juggle a jogging stroller and two German Shepherds...

 

[wtpclc]

Sarah - Your training ethic is amazing! One month after to start again? Wow!

OK, I finally got the time to do my 70.3 race report. It's a bit lengthy, but it does have pictures.

http://picasaweb.google.com/115030646235402926465/20100731_Steelhead?feat=directlink

 

[DianeL]

Hey Sarah here's a link to my training partner and the resident trouble maker.

Training Partner & Trouble Maker

I bet your going to be stopped often with Callum! Let us know how the stroller/dog combo goes!

Carrie! I have to go and read the report but Woohoo on another Tri!!! Cooler temps will be here soon and I bet your love for running will appear then too. Beautiful fall leaves and cooler temps what a a great combo

Did 6 miles yesterday. A few on my own then circled back for "K" and some water for us both. We did have a few water stops. It was just to sunny & warm for her not to. But my Garmin pauses when we stop. So the overall pace for my 6 was 12:40. Not bad. I think had it been cooler it would have been a bit faster. We were flying in a couple of spots. Her 1st mile alone was under 12 and that was with me pulling back yelling WHOAAAAA DOGGY!
Home to cold water and ice cubes and a good day was had by all

Well until I found out that my card was full and couldn't take anymore photos only to learn today that the card seemed to be corrupt and I lost ALL the photos on that card. Mostly recent pics of the garden since it started to go wild.

Happy Saturday!!!!

 

[MamaCrush]

Hey, everyone! Mind if I join in?? I'm an "adult onset" runner and started the c25K plan on June 21st of this year. My first race ever is the Mickey's Halloween 5k through the Magic Kingdom on Oct. 2nd. Four weeks away! I will be running this thing one month shy of my 51st birthday! And just to make things more interesting, I'm pooh sized to boot! Although, I have lost almost 30 lbs since starting the C25K plan.

Yesterday I finished my Week 6 by running continuously on the TM for 2 miles, taking a walk break, and finishing the 2.25 mile distance with an avg 15:15 pace. Ahead of the WDW sweeper pace, which made me very happy. I just wish I could have run the entire distance like the plan called for...

I am so glad to have discovered the WISHers. You all are truly inspirational and encouraging! I've learned so much from everyone. Thanks, and happy training everyone!

 

[Ronda93]

Welcome MamaCrush

C25K is a great program. I started with it spring '09 and ran the Disney half marathon in January. Don't sweat the sweepers.

Great work on the loss, too!

I did six miles today. Average pace 11:20. Nice flat route along the trolly track trail. I've been pushing the pace in this week's runs. Probably :20-:30 quicker than usual. I feel some soreness for the next day, but it's gone in time for the next run. Feels like progress!

Ronda

 

[bounceliketigger]

Hi all! New to this thread too, though I've been lingering on W & D & Princess threads & just found this. Glad I did!

It's great to see later in life starters! I started running under duress a year ago in May at 39 & 6 months after the birth of my 2nd son. Honestly I had no interest at first, but when I saw the rapid changes in the bod, then did the TOT all by myself last October, I was absolutely hooked! My DH can't understand why the Disney races when there are so many races near home. The Disney races are just so much fun & come with the support of the WISH threads, they have been the thing that's inspired me!

Good thing we're DVC members & I'm good at scoping out the $9 airfares on Spirit! lol. Going to have to get some DVC points just for the races!

Since an injury in March, I'm doing a pretty steady 12 min/ mi pace with some walking thrown in. I was at a solid 11min mile for the Princess until my knee buckled right in front of Buzz Lightyear in the MK! That was awful, but I managed to get it working again & finished at 2:44.

So, for the W&D my 2 big issues are calves and the right knee. Hopefully the strength training & cross training I've thrown in will help.

Looking for any pointers from you marathon go-ers! I'm so inspired by all the training & race reports.

Thanks!!

 

[jmasgat]

Sarah Maybe you could train the German Shepherds to pull the stroller while you run behind?

MamaCrush Welcome and congrats on your great results so far! I took up running at the ripe old age of 49 and ran the Minnie 15k 2 months before my 50th birthday. I don't do a large quantity of races, but I have done 5k, 10k, 1/2 marathon, marathon and sprint triathlon. So you have lots to look forward to or to challenge yourself to!

Ronda Great progress! Sounds like you're speeding up, which comes with time and effort. And "a little sore" sorat feels good--you know you've been working.

bounceliketigger I understand about the Disney race draw--my DH is not a Disney fan, but I think he humors me for these races. At leas I am going to run--as opposed to the 25+ previous trips where I just went! Hope your training continues well and don't worry about/push the speed. Listen to your knees and calves and give them a rest if needed. I have had intermittent IT and issues, and have taken whole rest weeks (even 2-3 weeks before a 1/2 or full marathon) if I though I neede it. And it hasn't hurt my race outcome. Keep up the Xt and strength training, and maybe also work in some post run stretches. I have become a big fan of yoga for that very purpose.

AFM....Did another 20 miler this week, faster than plan called for (I a m somewhat pace-challenged--even with a Garmin!) Looking forward to the DL 1/2 on Sunday and maybe a chance to meet some new WISHers.

Maura

 

[MamaCrush]

Thanks for the welcome guys!

DianeL: Love your training partner!! I would love to take my big ole silver lab out with me, but she's torn the doggie equivalent to an achilles tendon so she's on injured reserve. And anyway, I think her pace would kill me!

SarahRose: You are awesome! My DD is 8 and I'm just now getting out to run!

Ronda93: I love it when I feel a bit sore after a run. It makes me feel official! But seriously, it just reassures me that all the effort isn't for nothing.

Bounceliketigger: The whole reason I even began to run is because after watching Jillian help a woman comparable to my age and size run a 5K, I stumbled on the WISH board and learned about the Mickey Halloween 5K. If she can do it, I certainly can. And she didn't have the benefit of Mickey leading the way! My DH is just so happy I'm committed to becoming healthier he has no complaints about going to Disney for a race or two (little does he know it's bound to become more than a couple!). Also, since we want to do race trips on budget, it's a great time for us to get some alone time by leaving the two kids with family. And they're ok with it since we take a family trip to WDW at least once a year. Gotta love DVC points!!

Maura: A friend of mine just gave me a Garmin to use since she's not running anymore. It kind of intimidates me so I haven't used it yet... I know I'll force myself though once I start training for the Princess.

Yesterday was an awesome session. I began Week 6 to C25K and was to run 2.5 miles continuously. I made it to 2.3 (my furthest so far) then fast walked the remaining .2. My average pace was 15:08-- my fastest so far. I was really psyched since my last couple of sessions were tough going.

Great job everyone! Here's to a new training week!

 

[lolakat]

Hi everybody,

I'm a newbie to this tread and a newbie to running too! I've never been a runner but I've started with the C25K program and I'm on week 3 now. I've registered for the 1/2 marathon in January. Hopefully it is not too lofty of a goal. I figure I will be done with C25k the first week of October and it will still give me about 13 weeks to train for the 1/2 marathon. I'm not looking to set any records. Just finish without getting swept.

I had origionally started out planning to do a 5K but I've been inspired to do the 1/2 by all the wonderful stories I've read here on the WISH boards. I'm looking forward to sharing this expreience with all of you!

 

[DianeL]

Mamacrush ... Thanks I hope your puppy feels better soon Great job on the distance/pace!

Maura ... I know your doing DL. But 20 miles? Are you doing the local Marathon this year? The bridge/tunnel still makes me nervous. I'm sure one year I'll suck it up and do it though LOL I hear you on the pace thing. I seem to be getting a bit better though. So there is hope! Unless your 80 lb training buddy decides they want to do 'their' pace and not yours.

Welcome Lolakat! You can totally do it! Some great reading if you haven't seen it yet is pretty much anything by John Bingham but most around here have his "Marathoning for Mortals". Has both Half and Full plans and includings walk/run; run/walk and run. The book is at home but I think it even has a walk only plan too. I just had to pick up a copy myself. The Courage to Start is also a great read though I don't think it has any plans in it though I could be wrong ... again at home LOL

Gym night for me today Hope the work week treats everyone well and flies to the weekend

 

[bounceliketigger]

Welcome Lolakat! Getting started is 1/2 the battle, but you're right about all the encouragement here. You'll find a lot of help to keep you going.

AFM, having a super frustrating morning! Set out last night to do 5 @ 5am, couldn't sleep, baby woke up super early, DH wouldn't get outta bed & my calves can't handle a stroller run- still too sore from a huge hill on Friday. So I guess i'll make it a cross train day @ the gym during my lunch hour.

Ever feel like everything is plotting against your training?? UGH!

 

[Ronda93]

Ugh. The heat and humidity are back. Hopefully it is their swan song. Slowed me down a little this morning. Four miles along the trolley track.

Welcome Lolakat! I second Diane's endorsement of John Bingham's Marathoning for Mortals. Good guide for the first timer. I used it to prepare for WDW 2010 Half.

Let's finish August with a bang!

Ronda

 

[MamaCrush]

Hi everybody,

I'm a newbie to this tread and a newbie to running too! I've never been a runner but I've started with the C25K program and I'm on week 3 now. I've registered for the 1/2 marathon in January. Hopefully it is not too lofty of a goal. I figure I will be done with C25k the first week of October and it will still give me about 13 weeks to train for the 1/2 marathon. I'm not looking to set any records. Just finish without getting swept.

I had origionally started out planning to do a 5K but I've been inspired to do the 1/2 by all the wonderful stories I've read here on the WISH boards. I'm looking forward to sharing this expreience with all of you!

Welcome Lolakat! I'm a newbie too. I'm on C25K Week 7 right now, so I'm just a bit ahead of you. It's an awesome program, isn't it?! I'm running Mickey's Halloween 5K on Oct 2 and then will start training for the Princess Half at the end of February. I know what you mean about reading the stories around here... they suck you over to the "dark side" pretty quickly!! I was tearing up at the Princess stories so I had to jump in and plan for 2011. I'm thinking about Marathon for Mortals because I LOVE the book and philosophy. But just to make sure, I'll be checking out a couple of other training plans before I finally decide.

Have fun and enjoy the process!

 

[DianeL]

Afternoon All

Hit the gym last night. I'm having a terrible time with the dreadmill. Either it hates me or my shoes (which are very low in miles since they are stuck in the gym) need to be replaced. Tomorrow I will try another machine. I can run outside for 6 miles but the TM gave me such grief last night that 2 miles (the plan) was a pain! I kept the cursing under my breath (jk, totally internal LOL) but came close to flinging my shoes across the room. But didn't think the Zumba class would like that (or deserve the flying missle since they really are a bunch of nice ladies). So I sucked it up and only growled as I left

I did do my weights which is good. Getting that routine back in line.

Ronda, tonight is some miles outside for me in the heat too. I feel your pain.

BouncelikeaTigger UGH! on the way your morning started. I hope you were able to find some gym time at lunch and it went better

Update on the Walking Plan. I was totally have a duh moment yesterday. But of course there are Walking Only Plans for both the Half and Full in the Marathoning for Mortals book.

Looking forward to this weekend as the temps are suppose to be much cooler. I think high 60's for Saturday! YAY!!! You know what day I'll be doing the long miles on

Have a wonderful Tuesday!

 

[bounceliketigger]

Diane - ohh the dreadmill. I'm right there with ya'. Imho, it's kind of like a long car ride--once you settle in & get used to the fact that you're going to be there for a while, stop thinking about how long & just try to relax into it, it's much better. It's that darn first few mile for me that are just awful. Of course a good movie helps.

I am curious about how you make out with the shoes though. I'm always trying to pin my leg issues on shoes. I actually found some sort of expert who will analyze your gait then coach you accordingly. Thinking about giving that a try. I'd do just about anything to get over my rubber band lower legs.

Today I did a solid hour on the stair climber, then eliptical--30 min. each. My gym has TVs on each piece of equipment & "The Time Traveler's Wife" was on, so that passed the time pretty easily.

Going for the 5 at 5 again tomorrow. Hope tomorrow morning goes better than today!