Wk of Apr 22--WISH Walking/Running Club

[angietuck2]

Just a quick post - supposed to be working on presentation ( Have I mentioned that I have absolutely no motivation to do anymore school work at this point )

Krista - Native Floridian - HATES THE HEAT!!! Just frustrating because the weathere makes or breaks my run, I have a really hard time overcoming it. ON the other hand, being that the MINNIE is the morning after I graduate I think I will float across the finish line.

Lily - Picked up cap and gown today, pondering how to turn the cap into MINNIE ears.

Shan - That's awesome I knew you could do it!!!

Gotta go, catch everyone else later.

BTW Stephanie There are so many conflicting suggestions out there about tapering. We did 9 the week before we did our second 1/2 marathon and this is only a 15k but I know I tend to push myself too much. I don't know what I am going to do, because I was thinking of doing another LR before MIINNIE but that will only be a week before . Let me know if you get any good advice.


angie

 

[RedDragon]

Sometimes I should really listen when someone tells me not to read something. Then again, I'd never know....

Calcio: on the pace! Now, are you gonna try for that pace at the Ramble on Sunday?

TriMom: wild onions. I have not had that happen yet. It seems when I got rid of the grubs last year, the clover took over.

Vic: hope the foot gets better!

It's 1:00 here at 84 degrees! OK, that's plenty hot. It's supposed to cool off by the end of the week, but no really cold stuff. I'm bettin' we will get colder before it's all over. Mother nature just keeping us in line.

I'm out the rest of the week and won't be able to post. I hope everyone has a fabulous week!!

 

[nucpharm29]

Angie--isn't is funny that we can now say "only a 15K!" I'm just gonna keep with the plan DH and I have been following. Can't have him show me up this LR. So, I'll be doing 10 miles either Friday or Sunday--with the obligatory 3-5 mile runs during the week up until we leave next Friday. We'll see what happens. The 15K distance will probably be easy for me to PR no matter what, b/c the only other one I've done was in a 30mph headwind! Gotta love these less popular distances for PRs!

 

[Honeibee]

Greetings Team - Well, I have bad news, but it may end up being good news.

I did 9.3 miles on Saturday morning, which was my plan. It went really well (No ankle/foot/knee/anything pain! ) until 7.5 or so. Then it was like somebody shut off the gas. I got a tremendous headache and my heart was pounding like it wanted out. I got light-headed and disoriented.

Although I was only five minutes from the house I was thinking I should call Charlie to come get me. I probably should have, but I didn't. Anyway, I went home, took 2 Advils, and had breakfast, even though I was kinda nauseous.

Sunday I felt fine, did hours and hours of work outside. No problem. Then today I was getting ready for work and I started feeling the same way. So I called my doctor and she said come right in. So I'm just back from there. Seems I have TREMENDOUSLY HIGH blood pressure. WOW! What's up with THAT? It's always been textbook perfect! In a way, I am actually happy to hear it, though. Because it explains the way I have been feeling, plus it's better than what I was thinking. This may explain why I passed out after the Half too. She took an EKG which was fine, and also about a gallon of blood to run tests. But I NEED to lose weight now, for REAL! And also eliminate salt. OK, as much as I will morn the chips and guacamole, I can do that. I still have to get a monitor and wear it for 24 hours, but OK, this is better than a lot of other things I was thinking I had.

Vic - Wow, what did you do about the snake? Or if it was something bad, maybe I don't want to know. I think snakes are kinda cool, although I much prefer them in their own environment, not our house.

Krista - I too can't believe you have Chub Rub. Honey, I don't remember you having any chub at all!

Jen - We gardened with gusto when we first bought our house almost three years ago. Then the deers showed us who's in charge. So now, we visit the local produce mart, and well, stick some fake flowers around the yard. I try not to smile when people tell me how lovely my daffodils look.

MikeOptimator - I think it's time we see a picture of you in those shorts......

Susie - "Buy me a drink"

 

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Judy - take care of yourself and that blood pressure. At least you have an explanation for how you have been feeling lately. for you!

 

[westcliffemom]

We are having a Sponge Bob party and I am struggling for ideas. We are serving Crabby Patty Hamburgers and a pineapple with fruit dip. That's all I have for ideas!

How about jellyfish jello?

 

[plutosmyfav]

Vic-- I can't even handle seeing pictures of snakes on the screen I have a theory as to why. My dad was in grad school when I was a baby. He was a bio-chem major and loved to dissect things. We went for a day trip in the Colorado Rockies and he found what he believed was a dead bull snake (~6 feet) and snuck it into the trunk of the car. (My Mom is beyond afraid of snakes). Well, it turned out the snake was not dead. When My mom picked me up, the snake was curled up under me. I was too young to remember, but I bet her response got seared into my brain for life I'm sorry your foot hurts.

Martha-- I got my run in today before it reached 80. Our blood is too thick for this mega transition!!!!

Mel-- way to go on the PR.

Kristi-- no more second hand smoke for you! You're in training! (Hope you feel better).

Lynnda-- Happy B-day

Angie-- I didn't realize graduation was the day before Minnie. You must be flying high!

Here's my training report:

My 20 miler became a 19 miler. At least I'm consistent! My last 3 LRs have come up short.

My splits:
01 13:02
02 12:43
03 12:34
04 13:02
05 13:13
06 12:22
07 12:47
08 12:25
09 13:02
10 12:49
11 18:16 oh dear! The ads say America runs on DD, but my coffee break turned into a two mile leisurely stroll through Lexington ctr!
12 17:22
13 13:22
14 12:11
15 14:15
16 12:50 nice to see I still had a decent split left at mile 16!
17 15:02
18 14:43
19 17:26 17+ is forgivable here, it includes cool down.


Ave pace 13:52

Some post-processing analysis suggests if I didn't take that extended leisure walk at mile 11 & 12, I would have averaged 13:28 (assuming those two miles were 14:00 instead of ~18). I'm pretty sure I could have maintained the rest of my endurance if I had been more careful. That's important to me because 13:28 is just below the pace cut-off for the 6hr requirement.

I went for my scheduled 5 miler at 10AM and it ended up being 4.6 due to poor planning. I was disappointed on my pace (12:36). I did 10:49 for my 5miler race. It's amazing what a difference the race environment makes on one's perceived exertion.

So based on my training, I'm just going to have to meet with the race director and explain that 26.2 needs to become 24.0!

Sunny

 

[lenshanem]

Vic, hope your foot feels better soon!

Stephanie, I wish I felt that way about a 15K!
I'm just hoping I can get to the 10K...

Judy, be careful with your blood pressure! How scary! Good to get some answers, though...

 

[Big Vic]

Vic - Wow, what did you do about the snake? Or if it was something bad, maybe I don't want to know. I think snakes are kinda cool, although I much prefer them in their own environment, not our house.

I let him be. Don't know where he went after is photo shoot.

Now, get that blood pressure under control young lady! That's an order!

Congrats on the 9.3.

 

[Calcio]

Susie

I love it! To quote the bard Jimmy Buffett, "it's my own damn fault."

Lisa

Welcome back. After chatting with you in January I wondered when you'd be back on the roads. Making the commitment to Goofy will get you out and working in a hurry. Good for you, I approve wholeheartedly.

Red Dragon

No, this Sunday, just like Peter Ustinov in "Blackbeard's Ghost, " I'll be proud to serve under" your direct orders. Tell me the pace you want and we'll do it.

Sunny

19 is always impressive, period.

Judy

Good job on the distance, now get the BP under control. Do you think the same thing happened to you last January?

However, it's time for some bold talk, here is my publicly stated goal for the ToT run on October 27. 13,000 meters = 8.08 miles. What would be a nice goal for that distance? I know, how about sub-70 minutes which means 8:39 per mile? Who among this scurvy crew has the innards (staying with the Blackbear's Ghost theme) to do this with me? Or perhaps better stated, to pull me through the course. I'm looking for volunteers, and will be pestering and lobbying once September arrives. Step up and do it with me. You know you want to.

Also, I'll be in Orlando the weekend before the ToT race. My profession's annual conference is October 18-20, so I'll get to/have to make the round trip 2 successive weeks. Too bad the conference isn't the weekend of the race and I could get the College to cover my flight and hotel .

7 days ago it was 40 degrees with driving rain. Today it's well over 80 with high blue sky. I've never gone through a season so fast.

Craig

 

[KelNottAt]

Hello.

Just checking in. Did a 14 mi LW on Sunday. The weather was 45 degrees when I started and 75 by the time I finished. I was rather disappointed in my time (3:07, for a 13:25 pace). I hope I can be faster than that in my upcoming HM.

One thing's for sure: I defintely need new shoes. The ones I have are 8 months old and have already completed 2 HMs. They must have 800 miles on them. Now I'm nervous about whether or not I can find time to buy new ones before the event on 5/6. And, if I'm able to buy them, will they be too new to wear in a HM?

 

[aladdinsgirl]

Judy and Mel--Thanks for doubting that I have enough chub to rub, as I'm feeling pretty self-conscious right now. One of the ladies in our order entry dept asked me today if I was pregnant!! I'm 5'1 and I weigh 115--does that sound like someone who would be mistaken for being pregnant to you?? I looked at her like , when she saw my face, she started apologizing and then (this is good) she TOUCHED my stomach and said "well, that dress you're wearing makes it look like you have a little belly". I guess I have to start doing my crunches again! Or wear super baggy clothes to hide my "little belly".

 

[Honeibee]

I let him be. Don't know where he went after is photo shoot.

Now, get that blood pressure under control young lady! That's an order!

Congrats on the 9.3.

Yes, Sir, Your Honor, Officer, Sir!!

Funny thing is, I'm so relieved to find out what it is. And that's it something I can get control of. Yay!

Craig - Yes, it might be what happened to me when I passed out in January.

Martha - Notice how Craig said he would serve under your direct orders? If I were you...I'd take full advantage of that.

Krista - Please. Just slap her. One of my legs weighs as much as you do! She's delerious.

 

[wtpclc]

Krista - OMG, that woman is a nut case! BTW, I had chub rub when I was 115 ppounds and 5'8". I don't really think it's the chub, just the way we're made. That's whY I always use compression pants.

Craig - Sorry, no taker here. You have fun with that time, though. (That's me as you leave me in your dust) Oh wait, I have to get there to be in your dust.

Shan - You'll get there. You'll eb amazed by this time next year, probably even sooner, but what you say "only" to.

Sunny - OMG! Did your mom kill your dad after that???? I think you'll be just fine come race day. Way to go!

 

[Honeibee]

Oh, Oh, sorry to keep posting today but I just found my splits from Saturdays 9.3....

1) 13:47
2) 11:34 (What the!?!?!?)
3) 12:07
4) 13:08
5) 13:36
6) 14:15
7) 13:02
8) 15:26 (Starting to lose it...)
9) 15:04
.3)14:35 (.30)

 

[Big Vic]

Jen - Thanks for the idea about the frozen water bottle. I'm going to try that, and not run tomorrow or Thursday. I'm supposed to run a 5K on Saturday. We'll see how it goes this week.

Martha - Have a good week.

Craig - As far as the ToT run, I'll be with you in spirit. Don't see a sub 9-minute mile in my future.

Sunny - Alrighty then. Wonder what words of wisdom your mom gave to your dad. Great job with the 19 miler!

Kelley - Great job with the 13 miler!

Shan - You're going to do just fine.

 

[Lexxiefern]

I haven't caught up on all the posts yet, but wanted to let you know how my LR went on saturday. We had absolutely beautiful weather! I did 8 miles, average pace 13:40. Not bad! My first mile I did in 11:20 - wish I could maintain that pace. The first 4 miles were great, but when we turned around all of a sudden the wind picked up and boy was it hard coming back. I had to go to my sister-in-law's baby shower right after, so I brought an ice pack and sat there icing my leg the whole time. Got quite a few strange looks. But I had no leg pain the next day!! Unlike last weekend's LR.

Ok, gonna go catch up on reading these posts. Congrats to all on your hard work!


Becky

 

[Cindylou]

Hello Everyone,

I think I may have strained my quad during my hill w/o last Thursday. It started bothering me a bit on Friday just walking around the house and when I went for a run on Sat it really hurt. I've been icing and taking Ibu since then. I think I'll rest it until Wed. I have a 10K on Sunday so I'm hoping it's better by then.

Craig: This is a pretty good map for calculating running routes along the Charles. It is one of my favorite places to run. I especially like the section from Mass Ave to the Sci Mus on the Cambridge side. The view of Boston is great. No matter what the weather you always see someone else running there. I find it just has an electric feel to the air.
http://www.math.harvard.edu/~knill/run/region.html

Krista: I cannot believe someone actually asked you that. I think it should definately be on the top 5 questions you NEVER ask someone.

Kristi: Glad you enjoyed the show. Sorry your run was so hard. Hope the park was better.

Martha: Sorry your run was such a stonker. You've not been feeling well lately so maybe you can chalk it up to that.

Jen117: Good luck with resting your foot.

Matt: Good luck with all the training you've got planned this week.

TriMom: Welcome. Good luck with your wt loss.

Angie: Sorry you had a tough run, but you seem to have a good attitude about it.

Shan: Congrats on your w/o.

Vic: Good luck with your sore foot.

Judy: Take care of yourself. I hope the BP problems are solved quickly.

Sunny: Congrats on your LR. I can't believe you can drink coffee mid-run. I don't think my stomach could handle that.

Best wishes to all I've missed.

Cindy

 

[hockeygirl]

First for a training update: I realized it has been quite a while since I last checked in!! Yesterday, i did my last LR before my half which is this Sunday! I did 12 miles in 2:03. I jogged the first 10 miles and then I walked a mile and then jogged the last two. I really think I am ready for my race, I am really excited!! I am not sore at all today!! I will do a couple of short runs this week just to stay loose.

Now to attempt to catch up with everyone!!

 

[hockeygirl]

Now to catch up!!

Andrew, Bekkiz, Dave, Krista, Judy, Cindy--Thanks for the encouragement about my race!! I am finally getting excited for the race as opposed to being nervous!!

Susie--Hope the 5k went well this weekend!

Matt--love the pictures from your Tri! You don't even look like you are tired in any of those pictures!!

Jen--sorry to hear about your foot. Sending some that it is better really soon! That is great that this rest gives you more time to spend with your kids...enjoy that time!!

Mel--nice job on your run! Sorry to hear your foot was bothering you, hope it feels better soon.

TriMom-Welcome to the Boards!! You will love it here!!

Angie--Sorry to hear the heat is getting bad down there. Hang in there! I hope your presentation went well today.

Lily-nice job on your run! Glad to hear the leg wasn't too bad!

Vic--YIKES!!! I wouldn't be staying long enough near that thing to take a picture...I would be running so fast away!!!

Craig--WOW!! Awesome job on your run! You are very speedy!

TxAng--schedule another race!! That is great motivation to stick to the training!! I know it helps me alot.

Bill--DO you mean 4am??? YIKES! I couldn't even imagine running that early in the morning.

Mike-- Love the story about your run and your daughter's comments!!

Dave--WOAH! Nice run and an awesome pace!!

Lisa--WTG for getting back into some training!

Stephanie--I am following the Higdon plan too, but I have liked it so far, I am interested to see if not having any taper will affect me. I feel great today after my LR yesterday, so far so good!

Shan--Keep up the good work, you are doing great!

disnutt--I love those quotes in RW. I just read that article again yesterday, it is awesome.

Judy-Please take care of yourself!

I know I missed a few people...SORRY! Time to go eat some dinner before my hockey game!!