Walt's WARRIORS are blooming in May.

[Mooshu]

I found a travel agent called Marathon tours that had a guaranteed entry if you booked a hotel with them. Does anyone know anything about them?

Jeff and I used them last year for entry to the Goofy, 3 night minimum at one of the hotels, but they give you a little discount on the registration. You should compare them to Anthony travel also, those were the 2 companies that most people on another running board used.

Marci - Sorry to hear of your loss, hang in there.

 

[mkymsehi]

Sarah,

Love the snow pictures, and your dog tales.

We've got a similar picture from Mickey & Minnie congratulating us when we got engaged.

 

[smileyk8]

Marcie so sorry to read that. We'll be ready with the encouragement when you're ready. No hurry tho just keep popping by

Jennifer WELCOME to the strongest team in town he he he. You sound brilliantly motivated and like you've already been gobbled up by the exercise bug. Really pleased to have you on our team.

Jeff awesome workouts again

Michelle not pretty runs are the best as they are the ones that require the biggest effort and the deepest digging of motivation so WELL DONE!

Erika that sounds like the most frustrating (and familiar) past few months possible. I'm being treated for hamstring strain too, but am trying very hard not to neglect IT Band stretches or that one comes back and bites me. Really pleased to see you're taking it easy, brilliant ride.

Amy so lovely to see you! glad you're keeping it up even if busy life is restricting your posting it's awesome to know how you're getting on and same goes for you Jen

Lily i love that you take your mom out!

I've had a hectic few days exercise wise. A colleague and I tried spinning for the first time on wednesday. So a mean lady shouting orders while we peddled crazily was surprisingly fun.... but the saddle was NOT. enough said
Did running club sprints on tuesday around a local race course- i now have a lot of sympathy for horses, not a nice surface when it's all churned up!
Today- physio this morning on hamstring means more advice not to exceed 6 miles and to knock it down if possible, grr. Then 5 mile run this evening in excessive heat for me. It was 23oC and felt like i was running into a hairdryer with the warmest wind ever. Very odd but tough workout. sigh. I'm off for an early night now in preparation for a hen night tomorrow i can count dancing time right?

 

[smileyk8]

oh i forgot, also bought a new game for my wii- EA active. It has a resistance band and leg strap in and is basically a personal trainer. Really good exercises last night including squats, lunges, knee kicks and lifts when running and arm stregthening exercises. A really nice change actually. Looking forward to next session!

 

[mkymsehi]

QUESTION: Who is attending Marathon weekend in January? Who is registered for what? and do you know where you are staying?
I am registered for the Half and will register for the 5K. Most likely staying at Pop from Thursday through Tuesday.

I am thinking we should have a Mini-meet before the regular WISH meet. Keep it on your calendars in Jan that the WISH meet is at the POP food court on the Friday before the Half and starts around 4:30. That way you don't go making ADR around that time.

Tracy

Registered for Goofy this year. Dopey, not likely (the 5K costs more than my Honolulu Marathon!).

We arrive the day after Christmas, for a one week stay at Old Key West. Then we leave the world for the Disney Wonder for a 4 night sail. Get back to the world on EXPO opening day, and will be at OKW for 2 nights. Then switch over to POP Century for the remainder of race week, and depart on Wednesday.

I'm up for lounging around the POP Century pool on Friday, and Saturday after the half. Weather permitting of course.

We'll need to do a Walt's Warrior's photo, like some of the other WISH teams were doing this past January.

 

[mkymsehi]

Hey Team,

Marcia didn't mention her trip here, so I'll fill you in. She rode this last year, and is giving back this year by being a roadie.

Three cheers for Mushu. Hip Hip, Hurray! Hip Hip, Hurray! Hip Hip, Hurray!

http://www.aidslifecycle.org/index.html

 

[Mooshu]

Hi Tracy - I'll be at all the WISH meets along with Jeff & my mom, she's running the 1/2 this year (because of the t-shirt..LOL)...we're staying at the POP and you probably know our schedule...LOL

...and yes, I am voluntering this year for the ride. I rode last year 545 miles in 7 days from San Francisco to Los Angeles in California. So, I am paying it foward and volunteering this year. I leave on Sunday and I will not be back until the following Sunday...so I'm guessing I can put in at least 5 hours of work/on my feet/lifting heavy stuff on the books for the next few days.

Have a great week everyone!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Marci, hugs to you. I'm sorry for your loss.

Marcia, I know you will be working hard volunteering for the event you participated in last year. Hope you enjoy.

I had a tragedy with my Garmin today. I had it all charged and everything and went to turn it on and the darn thing would not work. I have no idea. It's been kind of acting a bit sassy about holding a charge, but I figured that was more operator error. I have no idea what was up with my toy. I am so lost without it. I was out empty today. Came home after tonight's movie with my DS (saw Star Trek, liked it too!) and DH left me a note that it turned on for him. He tried to turn it on a couple of times before I left with no success. So what is up with this. I definitely cannot be without my Garmin. Ugh.

 

[dsnyfan21]

Lily, sorry to hear about your Grami. My old one that I gave to my mom started having that same issue and then just finally dies. Out of warranty so just got her a new one for Mother's day/birthday.

Tracy

 

[dsnyfan21]

Warriors,

Did a nice 3.4 miles this morning and had the pinky pistols flying!! A little humid don't ya think?? hehe

OK warriors who has a title for June's Thread?? a play in the word June, something about June is half way??
Come on Warriors - give me some ideas!!

Tracy

 

[bellaDisneydncr]

Hi everyone!

Great to see some people back posting- we missed you! :

Jennifer!!! You'll love it here!

Everyone is still doing so well! Me - not as well as I would hope - but I'm still getting it done!
I'm in an amazingly good mood because I leave for Disney in 4 days!!! I'm going back to audition again to be a character performer. Here's hoping they have a spot open this time! (even with the bad economy!)

Keep it up Warriors!!!
Kat

 

[mkymsehi]

24.5 miles on the bike today. One quadbuster hill. 1:44:30.

Now off to take the keiki bowling.

 

[mkymsehi]

Lily,

Call Garmin. A lot of people have been experiencing problems lately. They're getting either new or refurbished units sent to them.

 

[JimB.]

Happy Saturday Warriors!!!

A nice Florida day here........

I went out on my bike this morning, but suffered mechanical issues, sp I had to limp home with a total of 4 miles in 20 minutes.

Repaired the problem, crossed my fingers, said a prayer to the "No Rain & No Flats" God & hit the road.

Managed to complete 26.16 miles in 1:28. I was planning on running today too, but the lost time most likely has made that unlikely.

I have to work tomorrow & go to my DS' college orientation on M/T, then work on Wednesday, so the week may be a bust. We'll have to see what I can fit in .

 

[Sarah_Rose]

Jim: Sorry to hear about the bike troubles! Hope the bike gods send a little fortune your way in the future!

Kat: GOOD LUCK on your character audition! That is so exciting and I hope it works out for you!

Tracy: Do I even want to know what a pinky pistol is?

Lily: ACK! I've only had my Garmin for a couple of months now, but already I don't know what I'd do without it! I hope it's just taking a "breather" and decides to start working again; but I agree with Jeff, give Garmin a call. The worst that can happen is they say it is beyond their control, but there is a chance that an easy fix or a replacement could magically appear!

Kate: I had to look up EA Active, and it may have to be on my "wish list" come payday... which is.... Monday! Hooray! I read some comments about the resistance band not being fantastic; how are you finding it?

Marcia: Have a great time volunteering on the ride! 545 miles? WOW! I'm so impressed that you did it last year! Enjoy your trip! Oh, and I've now joined you on the 100 push-up challenge. Only, girl push-ups.

Marci: I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope things begin to look up soon, and when they do, we'll still be here.

As for me, the Jackster and I had our group run with the Joints in Motion Training Team this morning, in beautiful West Seattle. It was one of the shorter timed runs, 75 minutes, and I did 6.38 miles in that time. It's quite warm today (for Seattle, at least, I know it doesn't compare to Florida or Hawaii!) so we were a bit slower than usual. Oh well, it was a beautiful run along the beach in the sunshine, so I can't really complain!

And tomorrow is the Great Kilted Run 5K - I have to say that any 5K where the beer gardens open at 9:00 am and kilts are available for rent for $5 is A-OK with me. I'll be sure to take pictures.

 

[smileyk8]

Kat best of luck for the auditions. You make sure you let us know EVERYTHING about it! I'll be thinking massive positive thoughts for you.

Sarah have to admit i've only been on it twice and so far agree resistance band's not great- way too long. Even so got sore arms next day so it must've been a bit of a work out. The worse thing is the handles on the band are quite rough, wouldn't like to do many reps with them. Sorry can't offer more definite advice for you.

Marcia you are awesome!!!! So proud to have you as a warrior.

Jim don't be disheartened, you did a brilliant ride and will fit in what you can.

Tracy i'm sorry but have no idea on word play for june! Well done on 3.4miles.

Jeff after a ride like that i wouldn't be able to bend to bowl anything

I went to a hen night last night so hit the gym a little bit of a wobbly warrior! Did 4.2miles on TM and cross trainer, then weights totalling 1hr. Also went for a stroll with mum this evening but it wasn't at pace so guess that won't count. It has been BEAutiful here, will be sad to get out proper weather back

 

[dsnyfan21]

KAT - Hey girl good luck with the audition!!! I will be thinking good thoughts for you that you make it. I have a friend who works at HS as a stage manager and LOVES it!!

Marcia - Take care of yourself during this week of the AIDS biking event. Keep us up to date and let us know how it goes.

Sarah - Pinky pistols and elbow bombs, haven't heard of these huh?? This is when the sweat rolls off your arms, when its not so much it just drips off of you elbows but when it really starts to buildup and then rolls down and fly off the end of your pinky fingers it then becomes pinky pistols. Have to be careful of the pinky pistols as you never know where it will land and you could get it in your eyes!

Freckles

 

[JimB.]

Happy Sunday Warriors!!!

A beautiful sunny day in Northeast Florida...........

Which means I am trapped at work and unable to do much of anything. No cardio today, but I was able to get in a 50 minute P90X workout. It's really amazing. I think I am getting into shape, then somebody on a freakin' DVD goes off & changes up my workout & I, once again, realize what Ca-Ca condition I am really in.

Maybe someday............................


You guys all rock!! Keep up the great work.!!

 

[deekaypee]

In case you haven't yet joined your team's June thread....


'Ohana Monday Mixer

I know you're all ea-GEAR to share your knowledge about your favorite clothing, training aids and technical toys, so this week's prompt posted here on the 'Ohana thread is:

Beyond the basics, what's your favorite/most-useful/most loved gear?

Of course, feel free to talk about your favorite shoes, socks, tech shirts or sports bras or other necessities. But I think we'd all like to know about that special something(s) that you've added to your "must have" for training, racing days, or just plain pleasure. For some of you, maybe it's your Garmin. Other, a special brand of sunscreen or a specific brand of water belt? Still others, a strategy for taping your legs and feet or a a favorite tracking website?

Please share your special finds with the rest of us.

 

[gsu1988]

I had a much better May than I did April. Here are My totals:

Miles - 98
Minutes - 17 hours 58 minutes