Wk Of Dec 30 - WISH Walking/Running Club

[nepatsfan73]

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE.

 

[wfloyd]

Bill[/B] - We had a band from Raleigh in the Rose parade, but they got NO TV coverage here. What's up with that?

Jackie

We cheated and saw it on the Home and Garden Channel on cable. I think NBC was also broadcasting it but they seemed to skip some of it.

Bill

 

[chimera]

Whose ready to train for this race?

Krispy Kreme Challenge

 

[skfulkers]

Whose ready to train for this race?

Krispy Kreme Challenge

Mel--that is AWESOME! I'm about 95% sure I could do it without throwing up. And since we all know that running those measly 4 miles would most definitely burn off all those calories , there is nothing to worry about. So are we going to add this to the official WISH calendar for 08?

Steve

 

[windwalker]

I found a cute cartoon that explains how you warm weather warriors keep in shape while the rest of us are freezing our buttocks off.

http://humorshack.com/archive/cartoons/974.jpg

The Donut race sounds like fun, at least it's not spam.

Party Panda

 

[Theta]

Whose ready to train for this race?

Krispy Kreme Challenge

Oh my, I can't even get down 1 Krispy Kreme, for all you Canucks out there, I am a Tim Horton's gal!

 

[MouseDogMom]

Whose ready to train for this race?

Krispy Kreme Challenge

This is local for me! And the course is relatively flat too...

Jackie

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Hi WISH Team! Happy New Year!

It is good to see everyone here with their training stories.

Don't worry about those dreams, injuries and concerns. Rest if you need, you certainly will not train for a long event in these last couple of weeks. Get well to those who need it. Start packing for those who need it. I'll see you soon and look forward to it!

It is really snowing here. Lots and lots of snow. I spent the day indoors. Last night was XT lots of dancing at NYE party. I was able to handle that well. DS asked me today if I thought I was ready for the big event weekend. After I told hime I'm not as trained up for the full as I feel I need, he was so sweet. He gave me the pep talk saying I've got 2 Goofy's and I will be able to reach down and pull out that miracle if I need. Now that's a great pep talk. I'm not completely on with it, but I will give it my best.

Christmas decorations are all put away. Lots to do before we leave! Eek.

 

[hockeygirl]

I hope everyone had a happy new year!!!

Today, I headed out for a 4 mile jog and I have to say it is the best i have felt about a run in a long time, even though it was only 4 miles, I felt great. It looks like all the work i have been doing to help my IT band has been helping. I have been stretching, doing some exercises and icing alot...and it seems to be helping! I hope it stays that way!

ughh...back to work tomorrow! But only 8 days till DBF and I leave for WDW!!!

 

[Optimator]

This is local for me! And the course is relatively flat too...

Jackie

That's a true runner for you! No concern at all about scarfing down a dozen Krispy Kremes as long as there aren't too many hills!!

 

[SilverE]

Whose ready to train for this race?

Krispy Kreme Challenge

I think I could win my age group in this race!

 

[princessrunner]

Wow! A Krispy Kreme Challenge. There is no way I could eat a dozen doughnuts and run even 2 miles afterward without "retasting" them. I have to say I am more of a Tim Horton's girl too. Sounds like fun though!

Today is my rest day and there is no rest for the weary. We got another foot of snow last night and this time it is the wet heavy kind. I just got the call from DH that I have to wade out to the cows with their hay also so I guess between shoveling and high stepping in the snow, I have some XT to do today. They showed a graft last night and last year at this time we had 3.5" of snow and this year we have over 3' of snow. At least the forecast is clear for next Wednesday so I can leave for MCO.

Only 7 more days!!!!

Happy training everyone!

 

[chimera]

We got another foot of snow last night and this time it is the wet heavy kind.

There are different kinds???

 

[princessrunner]

There are different kinds???

But, of course, wet and heavy and light and fluffy!! Anyone who has to shovel far prefers the light and fluffy kind. I will try and take a pic before I leave to show the snow in front of my house!!

 

[Cruella de mom]

Hi Everyone!

We had snow here too. Big fluffy flakes that melted immediately. However, it was the first time my ds7 had ever seen snow so it was exciting.

The snow brought some incredibly cold temperatures with it. Ugh. It's in the low 20's today. I told my running buddies that I am breaking the rule and over dressing for today's 10 mile run. I figure if I overdress it will compare to Disney heat and humidity. I will let you know how it goes.

Had another dream last night - this time I forgot to finish the half. I got to my hotel and realized I hadn't finished so I had to go back and finish it. At least I had my shoes on this time.

Cecilia

 

[wtpclc]

Hi all! Been doing pretty good with training, wlthough holidays were nusy and board time was null. Still having hammuy issues, but I think it will be ok. Scott's leg seems to be fully recovered and his 10-miler went great. SO, that's good news!

Just areminder for teh over achievers, who are nothing like me. Please taper now! If you didn't get to do as long of a LR as you wanted, that's ok. It's still better to rest your legs, let them heal adn develope that runnign craving thaan to put more wear and tear on your legs now by trying another LR. to all with inuries!!!

Mel - OK, we can talk trash now! OMG, heart failure game. Surprised I still have my voice from screaming at the tv. Hope you've recovered ok. I know how yucky it is to end on a losing bowl game, so I won't say another word. BTW, we only have a studio with a little freezer at BCV, but let me know if you need it.

To add to Mel's statement: OMG, her supplies saved many last year and I almost hugged teh woman fom teh stroke team with the ice. WHat a life saver! So,if you can swing it, those supplies are greatly appreciated!

I wo't likely be in an area where I can have alot of supplies, but I'll try to keep some with me. I'll be at Main Street adn teh entrance ot Epcot for the half, so if you see me, let me know if I can do anything!

 

[Cruella de mom]

Yikes! I went to print Charles' comprehensive list of bathrooms in the parks and now I can't find it!! Can anybody post a link for me? Yes, its time to start gathering all that stuff into a file. That one I may need to commit to memory! Last year, I was too sick to care but I plan on feeling good this year.

 

[aladdinsgirl]

Hey, Wish team, long time no see!! It sounds like everyone is ready for the marathon, and it looks like the weather will behave this year. We checked accuweather last night, which has a 15 day forecast, and as of right now it's supposed to be lows in the 40's and highs in the 60's for marathon weekend. That's a million times better than the weather last year!

I hope everyone had a nice Christmas and a happy new year, Stephen and I had a very good Christmas, it would have been better if it were a white Christmas, but we're getting the white stuff now.

Okay, now to get caught up with everyone, I will at least attempt to:

Craig--Continued for your hamstring! I definitely know what it's like to get hurt a couple of weeks away from the marathon, so I feel your pain. Keep rehabbing it and hopefully you be at the start line on 1/13.

Lily-- I am so sorry for your loss. And major for your doctor's appointment and possible surgery.

Mel--That's a great list for scream team, I'll definitely make a point to get some provisions for everyone. But now I am torn, I was planning on staying at the YC/BC until about an hour after Stephen passed and then hanging out at the W tent at the finish line, now I think I will stay at YC/BC much longer. And, by the way, I'm in for a Krispy Kreme race. YUM!!!!

Colleen--I'll have to remember your new identity!!

Judy--Don't worry about the TM training, I think sometime Runners World has a very elitist attitude toward running and racing. As long as your getting your steps in, you'll be fine.

Bree-- for your hip!! I hope you are able to stretch it out and can run pain free for the marathon.

Okay, now for my training update. Well, there is no training update because I haven't been training. And why haven't I been training? Because I'm not able to run the half marathon. I'm really disappointed about missing the half, but the reason I can't run is a very good reason.......................












I'M PREGNANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yep, you read that right, I am 8 weeks pregnant--due Aug. 12. I had a long talk with my doctor and he talked to 3 other doctor's and they decided that while I might be okay to run the half marathon, it's not really worth the risk to the baby. Obviously my doctor is not a runner. So, while I am disappointed to not be running, I'm definitely taking my doctor's advice on this. And in all honesty, I've been so tired, I have no idea how I would have trained anyway.

So, that's mine and Stephen's big news and why we had such a great Christmas this year. We're excited to see everyone in 9 days and to cheer you on marathon weekend. Good luck during the taper--stay healthy, stay injury-free, drink lots of water, eat lots of fruit and vegetables, and stay sane over the next week and a half!

Krista

 

[aladdinsgirl]

Duplicate post. I hate when the boards are slow.

 

[xterratri]

Congrats Krista and Steve!!!!


Awesome news and a great reason not to race. Hines is going to have to learn to share