The Rebels are Jumping into JUNE!

[wdwprncess77]

Hi Rebels,

Checking in. Had the day off today so was able to run in the morning. Did 3 miles. It was a little humid, so I was slower than Tuesday but still ok with my pace.

Picked up my race materials for this weekends 10K. Think it's pretty neat that my rather large slow booty will be running the same race as world class elite runners. Kinda neat. Have a great weekend and pray for no humidity for us here on Saturday morning.

 

[grstink]

Jane - How exciting to have all your info for Saturday's 10K.
I will surely be thinking about you and sending pixie dust for no humidity and perfect weather.
I did those 5m on Wed. with cousin and we had a great walk. I also got to do 3.3m this evening and had a pretty good pace. I think that alternating the longer walks with the shorter faster paced walks seems to be working for now.
I am going to keep this pattern for awhile. There was a problem with the instructor for the Zumba class so we haven't even gotten to sign up for it. I guess it wasn't meant to be. I will have to practice at home with the tapes I got. It is pretty fun though. Not sure what's up for tomorrow; husband is getting ready for a 5 day bicycle trip to Gettysburg so I'll be busy doing laundry and packing for him. Otherwise, all is well and I'm moving along.
TTFN

 

[nkkilala]

Jane- GOOD LUCK ON YOUR RACE!!!! Can't wait to hear all about it!

Gretchen- Good that you are finding a routine that is working for you.

AFM- well I have been a little bit of a slacker this week. Organizing and working the Spaghetti dinner really took a lot out of me! I was able to get in a short walk and cross-fit training on Wed (kicked my butt and felt OH SO GOOD!). But did not walk Thurs and will probably not walk today (I work an 11 hour shift today! BUT I AM meeting up with our "intruder" to walk tomorrow! 5 miles! Oh so excited!!!

Keep it up Rebels!

 

[disney_mommy]

Gretchen - Thanks for appreciating me! Like I said, I'm good at it. That and inviting my teammates to other people's houses so they can swim in their pool!

You should not feel guilty about eating anything, but especially one tea cake that your grandson offered you. It was the right thing to do, so NO MORE GUILT!

So you are enjoying your Zumba tapes?


Nikki - Glad your spaghetti dinner was such a success, but please don't think you were not bad for not fitting in workouts between a crazy schedule. I'm really one of those people that will correct my friends if they say "I was bad today, I had a so-and-so." Just because you eat something not healthy or skip a workout, it doesn't make you bad. It's just an opportunity to learn and move on. So your lesson to learn is that you shouldn't try to schedule a workout on such busy days. Either plan something quick and easy, or just plan something bigger for the next day. There, teaching moment over.

That's so cool that you and Margie have met and are getting along. What a small world! Have fun on your walk tomorrow.


Jane - I'm glad I could keep you from getting bored at work.

Congrats on improving your time! That's a great increase.

Hmm, I don't have any upper body suggestions, but I'm sure someone here will be able to offer you something.

Are you excited about your race this weekend? And yes, you will be there with elite runners and you will show them that everyone can do it if they want it bad enough!

Red Alert-Red Alert...Inturder Warning!

Met your sweet Team Mate, Nikki at the Spaghetti dinner last night!

Clearly our impressive numbers and strength were not enough to scare this intruder away. We must remain vigilant! (Although if Nikki keeps being friendly, we'll never get rid of her!)

 

[disney_mommy]

Good luck to our Rebel Racers this weekend:

Katie, Manda, Shawna and cwnhokie

You guys ROCK!!

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[nkkilala]

Feeling better because I got a short walk in today! Humid and sticky but I got it in!

What was the greatest was my hubby joined me!!!

 

[wdwprncess77]

Good Morning Rebels - checking in early as I have a lot going on today. Heading to the annual BBQ festival today, (delicious) and then the premiere of True Blood tonight. It's gonna be a great day.

Nikki - Great job getting out there yesterday! That's great that your husband joined you. So supportive!

Gretchen - I can't ever seem to get myself motivated to do tapes at home. I can always find something else to do when I'm in my house. So I applaud you for being able to do the Zumba tapes at home. I can't wait till you can get in the class though. I want to sign up here, but I'm waiting for a class to start close by.

Thank you to everyone for your well wishes! I finished my first 10K yesterday with a time of 1:29:32 Pace of 14:26. It was super humid here, but I am really happy with my time and pace. This was a training run so I didn't push it. But that pace is still really good for me. I'm happy to just finish, but really excited to see a number under 14:30 as that means I'm getting faster. Going to do a little cleaning before hitting up the BBQ festival today. Enjoy your Sunday Rebels!

 

[nkkilala]

Jane- GREAT job yesterday!!!

As for Me- I got my 5 mile walk in yesterday with our "intruder" Margie! It was soo humid out! 90% is what the weather said! If felt like we needed gills to breath! But we got it done! Margie was nice enough to let me wear her Garmin 305 during the walk! It was love at first sight! I can't wait to get one this fall as a reward for completing the M4M 1/2 marathon walk program! I loved how you could see splits for every mile, as well as how far you had walked! I'll be able to vary my routes more once I don't have to worry about distance!

I'm going to try to get in the cross-fit workout that I missed yesterday (walking 5 miles in 1 day was enough for me ) Have a great Sunday Rebels!

 

[K80K]

Survived my 7 miler this morning. Actually finished feeling much better than I thought I would. I am much more confident for the 10 miler I have next weekend as my last few runs have not been that strong.

 

[nkkilala]

Katie- Great job on the 7 miler! It must be wonderful to finish feeling great! I am sure with that attitude your 10 miler will be a breeze!

ME- I got a good 40 minute walk in yesterday and a GREAT 40+ minute 3 miler in today! After 40 minutes we were are 2.8 or so miles so we walked until we hit 3! I love having a walking partner!

I have figured out my game plan for my vacation. I am going to repeat this weeks workouts. I don't think I have enough time next week to do a 7 miler while watching the kids. I will have time for a 3 mile walk either around Coronado springs or in their gym on the treadmill.

Keep it up Rebels! Can't wait to hear how you all are doing!

 

[wdwprncess77]

Katie - Great job on your 7 miler. I'm sure your 10 miles will be a breeze. I have my first 10 miler this weekend. Probably not a breeze for me.....probably more like dragging thousand pound weights on my ankles through quick sand. So picture me, and you'll be breezing on by.

Nikki - You've had a great couple of days. I have the Garmin 305 (I'm kind of a gadget *****) and I love it. I bought it last year around Father's Day at Best Buy and got a great deal. I think I only paid around $125 for it. So keep your eyes peeled. I'm excited you found a new walking buddy. And completely jealous that you're going to see Mickey. Please tell him I'm sorry I haven't seen him in so long, but I'll be there in October. I don't want him to forget about me.

AFM - had two rest days. Tonight I have 48 minutes to get in. Humidity is low here so I'm anticipating a fantastic run.

 

[disney_mommy]

Jane - I like your new avatar! I loved True Blood, what did you think?

Congrats on completing your first 10k yesterday! And you're right, that is a great time. Very good pace, especially for such humid weather.


Nikki - That is so cool, that you found someone from the boards that you can train with. I'm glad you two found each other.

I will be on vacation next week, too. I will have my training plan with me and figure I can fit the walks in anytime. I'm hoping to do lots on the beach, since we are renting a house right on the gulf.


Katie - Glad you survived your 7 miler! Good luck on your 10 miler this weekend.


How is everyone's week going?

 

[cwnhokie]

Had a great time this weekend for our girls only trip to WDW for Expedition
Everest Challenge. It was hot, hot, hot, but so much fun. Laughed, ran, rode rides, ate, laughed, ate, laughed. Time to go to bed, out flight was delayed and didn't get in until almost 2AM, then the real world came crashing in at 6AM. I'm exhausted.

 

[funwalker]

Nikki,

You are so sweet ... I too enjoy and appreciate My Walking Buddy!
CrossFit workouts tonight was Great.

Oh, you are on our forever Hakuna Matata' Guest List -
We'll Keep the Light on!

 

[nkkilala]

Hakuna Matata- my Motel 8!!!

Had a great cross- fit training session with Margie and 2 other ladies.
1 person used the row machine to row 500m, while they were rowing the other 3 ladies were either doing 20 seconds on/ 10 seconds off of : Push-ups, jump rope, or weighted squats!! What an awesome workout! Nothing like working out as a team!

 

[grstink]

Wow. Rebels have been busy.
Nikki - I'm glad you've found exercise buddies. It does make the workouts more tolerable. I know that Wed. walks with my cousin always seem to be the best of the week.
Jane - I do enjoy the Zumba tapes but you are right about getting up the ambition to do at home. It is really easy to slack off or miss some days. Sure sounds like you are making great progress.
AFM - well, it has been a bit slow. I've only done several short walks since Sat.; nothing really that productive. But, I've kept moving and did the Zumba tape for Abs and Thighs (was much sorer than expected). No major plans for the remainder of the week so will keep on moving.
TTFN

 

[disney_mommy]

cwnhokieI'm glad you had so much fun! It sounded like a great event.


Nikki - That sounds like quite a workout! Having friends doing the same thing must surely make it more fun.


Gretchen - Good for you for keeping up with your walking and the tapes at home. You're right - it is all about keeping moving!


I finally started a new training schedule for my half in September, so I'm feeling very motivated and excited right now. Plus, I'm going to be walking with a first-timer, so I get to be her coach as we train, and you all know how much I love doing that! It helps keep me motivated at the same time. Hopefully I'll get to see Christy there again.

 

[wdwprncess77]

Andrea - Let's start with TB. I was a little underwhelmed by this first episode. I wanted there to be much more wow action. Best Part - Eric (I was drooling!) followed closely by Sam's dream (I did yell loudly at the tv during that.) What did you think? Glad to hear you found a new walking buddy and someone you could coach. You'll love it. And I would think it would keep you motivated b/c you'll want to show that person how to stay motivated.

cwnhokie - sounds like a great trip. Hope you had a great time doing Everest!

Nikki and Margie - You two are workout machines! so excited that you have found each other and clicked.

Gretchen - You're moving.....that's what counts.

Last night I walked the dog for 2 miles and then did a 3.2 run after. It was gorgeous here, but the run just wasn't as easy as it should have been. I believe that I didn't drink enough water throughout the day and that my blood sugar was a little low. So lesson learned. Drink more (I believe this has gotten me into trouble many many times before)!!!!! Today's a rest day for me. Tomorrow another short run and Saturday 10 miles.

 

[wdwprncess77]

They just posted pics from this weekend's 10K. Boy does that fuel belt accentuate my fat roll. Just saying.

 

[disney_mommy]

Jane - I liked the episode overall. The "Sookie running around and whining to or bullying everyone about Bill" got old pretty fast. Oh man, Sam's dream was the best! I was like wth?! I knew why Sam was acting that way, but I couldn't figure out why Bill was. Then when he woke up, I was like "NOOOO!!!!!"

Enjoy your 10 miles on Saturday, which you will rock. Drink water!

As for the pictures, I know how you feel! When I saw mine, I was like "yikes!" I thought I was looking all cute and coordinated, but I just looked fat and tired! I loved the picture of me holding my medal at the end, though. Even though my hat is crooked and I'm not wearing any makeup and my eyes are squinched shut, I still look pretty darn proud!