WK of December 28 - WISH Walking/Running Club

[chimera]

Hello everyone!

For those new to us, we are a group of people who are planning to participate in walking/running events throughout the year. For most of us, the ultimate goal is to train and compete in the annual WDW Half/Full marathons. We'll also be posting news and training for various other events throughout the year. We range from beginners to triathletes. Come join us, whether you're training for an event or walking/running for fitness!

New WISH Team members. If you read one thing over and over, believe this. Being part of this team is fantastic. Part of the ride you get for the event is what I call the roller coaster. There will be lots of ups and downs. The more you post here, the more you will find yourself enjoying the ride. It is an incredible journey. Don't be afraid, shy or whatever to come here and just post up anything.You don't have to know us right away, or all of us at all. You will get to know some of us. It makes the event you are enjoying have MORE meaning and we love to have you.

 

[chimera]

Everybody should be just about finished with their last LR before marathon weekend. DH is out doing his 20 right now. I've had a fascinating head cold since Xmas eve. Made 12 miles yesterday a little bit interesting. I was having a hard time after the first mile so downshifted from R4/W1 to R3/W2. By mile 2, I decided I was just going to 2.5 then turning around and trying the 12 next weekend. Not sure what happened...I think I decided I'd be more upset if I quit than if I just did it and got it over with. So, got through 12...not a fabulous pace but I'm not looking for a PR at WDW.

I think after doing the full last year, I have forgotten to respect the half distance. I'm in a mode where I've done this a few times before, so I kinda forgot how far 12 miles is.

Today is my oldest 16th birthday. We'll be reporting bright and early to the driver's license office tomorrow for the driving test

BTW, y'all may want to start doing your cold weather dances. It's been in the 80s here all week.

Bring on the TAPER MADNESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[ms.mightyduck]

Good morning! Mel, way to get those steps in even with a head cold!

It's in the 60s here in New Jersey and we're getting ready to head out to do our 10 miles (DH is already complaining about having to walk so far today). Then we will join the tapers. Taperers.

We haven't decided if we are going to a local reservoir with a paved walking path, or a local park, or just walking down a long, straight stretch of pavement at the state park. Wind is a factor for us today, and I'm asthmatic so I'm trying to avoid the windiest spots. I don't want to trigger an attack so close to the race!

Have a super day, all!

 

[MomofCKJ]

I did my 10 miles on the dreadmill yesterday. Cranked my David Cook CD (love every song!) and then a mix CD I made with a bunch of my favorite running songs. I used my Jelly Belly Sport Beans and water throughout. It was long and dull but I was so glad to be done. It took me 2h6m which is right about what I thought it would. Took a Motrin in the middle as the left knee and right hip were starting to feel sore.

Today I feel great though and so glad it is behind me. Today is DH's last LR, I think he is going for 10 or 11.

So, so, so excited that this is getting closer! My kids missed 6 days of school due to our ice storm on 12/11. Then they had 2 days and began school vacation. Needless to say 3 crazy kids, home far too much in the last few weeks, post Christmas madness,there is nothing more I want than to hop on that plane with just my husband and be gone for a week!!!!!


Allyson

 

[Lexxiefern]

Mel - I hope you get rid of your head cold soon. And good luck to your DD for her license!!

Duckie -Enjoy your 10 miler - nice weather!

Allyson - Good job on your 10 miler (and on the TM!) How nice that just you and your DH are going - and I see to the bahamas too!

I am getting so excited! Only 11 days until I arrive at WDW! I am about half packed. I really hope we get some good weather (hoping for 60 - 70 for the races).

Becky

 

[twoWDWfools]

Hello everyone!

My first full is just 14 days away....oh....wow that's close.....

Doing pretty good and feeling pretty good. Didn't get out yesterday - nice temps but pouring rain, t-storms then 40mph winds. Had work to do today so plan on getting something in tomorrow after work. May not be the full 10 miles as I cannot stay on the TM that long, but will do what I can. Do some heavy bike miles during the week to help. Hoping New Years Day is nice so can get in a good 6-8 miles then.

Mel - feel better soon.

Allyson - kudos to hanging on the TM that long.

Duckie - hope the walk went well (tell Noah only 12 days until Kona!)

Becky - I'll start packing this week. Been tossing some things into suitcase over past couple weeks.

Hope everyone had a great weekend!!

 

[TnTsParty]

Well I survived my 20 miler on the TM. I was cursing myself for signing up for this stupid full marathon. I honestly didn't have a problem with being on the TM - I watched almost the entire 2nd season of the Showtime show Weeds that I borrowed from a friend of mine so at least I wasn't bored but still 20 miles is a heck of a long way to continuously be moving. I did it in 4 hours 36 mins so not quite the pace I was thinking but at least I know I won't be swept and I feel confident that I can get it finished. It did feel good to be done with my last long run before the marathon. I told my DH that now I just have one more long run to do and that will be the actual marathon. I think I might need to have my DH give me some Coca-Cola when I run past him by the Boardwalk. I had to fill my gatorade bottle another time during the run but I am not worried since I can drink either gatorade or powerade as well as water. I tried the other half of the vanilla flavored Cliff gel shot and it was nasty and I don't think it helped me any. I do still have a chocolate one so I don't know if I will like that one any better but most likely not. But that Coca-Cola was heaven when I grabbed that out of the fridge when filling up my gatorade bottle. This is also another good thing about being home on the TM for the long run - I didn't get off but two other times and once was to kick the a/c down to 71 degrees since I was hot (my DH on the other hand was freezing!! LOL) and the other time was to switch the disk on the DVD.

I must say I didn't have a very good night of sleep last night and I attribute that to knowing I had to wake up and do 20 miles so I know won't be able to sleep the night before the marathon. Guess I won't have to worry about sleeping in. After I was done with my 20 miler I sat in the ice bath for about 30 minutes. Simba (my new kitten) decided to "join" me - he jumped up on the edge of the tub and then ended up falling in 2 times - good thing I have quick reflexes and I cought him both times before he got too wet!! All in all I am not feeling too bad for having done 20 miles so hopefully it will be the same after the marathon. I still can't believe its only 2 weeks away - 14 days.

Hope everyone is done with their long runs and enjoy the taper - its almost here!!! Good luck WISH team

 

[ms.mightyduck]

Allyson, it sure sounds like you and DH deserve a vacation! And it seems that you have planned a great one!

Becky- We loved the weather today! It is so unusual this time of year--but perfect for making sure my running skirt would work for the half!

Tricia: you are AMAZING getting that done on the treadmill! The park we walked in today was donated by Rockefeller--it was the site of his summer home, and the grounds are lovely (the mansion burned down 50 years ago). Still, we were getting a little bored with the scenery for 10 miles--I can't imagine how you did it (although Weeds was an excellent choice!).

Liz: You better believe we were talking about that Kona breakfast on our walk today. DH was asking how long your long walks have been if ours was 10! I made a video of us walking. I'll try to edit it and get it up tonight on youtube for you!

AFM, DH and I went for our longest walk today before taper. The temps were in the mid-60s, and it was windy but not unbearable. We went to the county park (he wanted to try the ocean walk, but the wind was blowing so hard I couldn't open the car door! So that was a no).

Despite the bad signs (having to drive to a second walking destination, getting a late start, DH having to eat regular instead of quick oats for breakfast ), we pressed on. And, of course, my pedometer wasn't working. Dead batteries. So we walked a route around the park that I don't know. I have no idea how far we walked, but it had to be close to ten miles: we walked at a pretty good clip for 2 hours and 40 minutes. My shins are a little sore and my hips have some pain (which has been going on since I hurt my back), but I could have kept walking!

Only 11 days!

 

[deekaypee]

Allyson: Definitely stop by and say hi to me at Water Stop #1/#11. Me and DOOD will be there, and lots of other WISHers I hope. (I don't know who else got in, but there should be quite a contingency!) Are you going to the POP meet? You've been doing so well--your 1/2 is going to rock! Re: the rain question: good suggestions already. I'll just add another one regarding socks/blisters. If it rains you might want to bring another pair of socks to change into at some point along the course. P.S. Great pace on your 10 miler!

John: I didn't know your story about the Goofy. That's so inspiring--even though I winced at the knee blow-out--and I know you've comforted lots of us who are going into the races feeling overwhelmed or undertrained. Get to the starting line, right? And "keep moving forward." What a great motto! Thanks for sharing your experience, and I'm glad to know we'll be doing Goofy 2010 together!

Jackie: I didn't know about Mystic, as I'm still catching up on everyone's lives. I'm so sorry. I'm glad you have the peace of mind that your vet's tests provided, and that you have two new family members: Sierra and ?? They'll definitely provide you with endurance training! (And love!)

Becky: I'm in corral G--ugh! Are you and DH doing the marathon together? I came up with a silver lining to your pneumonia--now you HAVE to do Goofy 2010, so we'll be on the same schedule and with John, too! (I hope your DDs don't get ill.)

Ang: Wow, your Christmas was a looong day. I need a nap reading it. About my back: I'm klutzy, as you all know, so I don't even have the joy of having a warrior athlete's anecdote. Just a boring story involving a slippery hill, a book back full of papers and textbooks, and me slipping and falling. I did end up looking, however, like a overturned turtle (or this smilie without the laughter: ).

Ms. Duckie: Your training sounds great! Thanks for posting the question about the stretching, btw. It was very useful. I've found myself enjoying the walking, but really challenged by its difference from even a RW. I bow to all of you walkers, and hope to pick up a few tips from y'all for my race. Did your 10 miler go well?

Terri: I'm bummed that I won't get to meet you at WDW. Goofy 2010, though!

Jeff: Glad to hear you made it through the power outage with your usual photographic flair!

Shan: Yeah for taper mode! And what a good pace, too! You've had a tough training year, I know, so it's great that know it's all coming together for you.

Mel: Well, your 16yo's driving test ought to keep someone's HR up! And it's perfect timing with taper madness and all. What will you do to commemorate the big day? I hope your head cold eases up soon and you have some fun SRs before the 1/2.

Hi to Chris, Tricia, Maura, Racey Tracey (beautiful pics!), Laurie, Kristi, Lily, and anyone else I missed!

As for me: Did my 16 miles today, so I'm feeling a little less undertrained than last week. Still nervous about what will happen at the marathon but it's Disney, right? Like Mel said, it's not about the PR. It's about the people! And I'm looking forward to seeing you all!

 

[Kira G.]

Well, I completed my 10-miler today, and I felt pretty darn good during and after. I'm certainly feeling better about the Half now! It was a perfect day for running - about 60 degrees, overcast but no rain. There were a lot of people out there enjoying the spring-like weather. It took me just a minute or two over 2 hours, which means I'm on track for a solid 12 minute mile pace. A little slower than I thought I would be running this race, but . . . that actually brings me to my next topic.

I found out about a week ago that I am quite unexpectedly expecting! That's right, I am pregnant, due in mid-August! This is quite startling since a) we already have 4 kids with no plans for more! b) I will be 45 when this baby is born; and c) I really did not think this was possible right now (for a number of reasons).

However, we are not unhappy about it - just needing to adjust our lives a bit. I was already planning to leave my job in June and do my home-based travel business full-time, so that part works out pretty well (I just need to figure out when to let my job know!). And we have about 100 other things to figure out, but I'm sure we can do it. It's just, well, a little unexpected!

I have a call into my midwife to get her OK to run the half, but I personally don't have a lot of concerns about it. I would love any advice from the team about running while pregnant! I've adjusted my pace down from 11 minute miles to 12 minute miles. I'm doing R3/W2 and that seems to work well for me - the 2 minute walks seem like paradise, and really allow me to fully recover physically so that the 3 minutes of running feels really good. That's how I did my 10-miles, and I never like I was pushing myself too hard. Any additional input would be great.

So - assuming all goes well, another WISH baby to look forward to!

 

[ms.mightyduck]

Debra- as many have said, adrenaline will carry you through on race day (at least, that's what I'm hoping for!). Great job on the training! Sorry about hurting your back. I sprained my neck and shoulders a few years ago slipping on some ice with a heavy bag. Very hurty. I feel for you!

Kira: Congratulations! And congratulations on your run today, too!

 

[TnTsParty]

Congratulations Kira.

 

[Cruella de mom]

Kira! congratulations! Very exciting. However, your news makes me a little nervous since I have been banking on the fact that I am too old to get pregnant at 42. Gulp.

I just finished a 20 mile run. It was brutal. However, we stopped and got a cup of coffee at mile 13 and that was HUGE!!!! I am now thinking I need to find a coffee stop during the marathon. Anyone know where I can get a cup of coffee on the course? It worked better than gu or jelly bellies ever have.

Take care everyone!
Cecilia

 

[mkymsehi]

Kira,

Congratulations to you and your family.

I got in 12 miles this morning. Then the rains came (again).

Hi to everyone out there in cyberland.

 

[chimera]

Kira...congratulations!!!! Talk with Jen (hoosmi) about that.

 

[deekaypee]

Congratulations, Kira! How exciting!!!! ​

 

[hockeygirl]

Kira--Congratulations!!! I have heard about many women who have run in marathons while pregnant, so I know it is possible, but you should always check with your doctor just to be sure.

 

[dsnyfan21]

OMG!!!!
I was just reading along and then it came to me,....
I haven't posted today. Sorry about that, I know everyone is dying to her about my day. hehe

Duckie: Sorry to hear about the dead batteries. Glad to hear you were able to get in at least 10 miles. I think you'll do great!

Kira: OMG! A congratulations is in order!! You have 4, so one more will just make it that much more fun and happy in your household! I think your doing great.

Tricia: Glad to hear you made it through your 20 on the dreadmill and even got to catch up on some missed TV programs. A two-fer!

Liz: Also glad you were able to get outside and get some miles in. I'm sure it must be hard to work miles in around the crazy weather. Can't wait to see you again (last time was May!!) and can't wait for the yummy desert party.

Debra: Hey girl. Yes, it's Disney and anything can happen, and will!! You WILL finish without a question!! Have a great time.!! Can't wait to finally meet up!!

AFM: Racey Tracy went out this am (again with not much sleep due to being up again ready Breaking Dawn til almost dawn those Twilight books are very addictive!! Yes I'm an adult, yes I read Twilight books and yes I'm in love with Edward - he can bite me anyday!!) I got out there for 6 miles as a LD on schedule for tapering. I am supposed to do 6 next week, but may do 8 instead. Started making my lists as to what I'm doing each day ats WDW and what I'll need for those days and activities. Did some laundry today, put away Christmas decorations and watched some Dolphin Football.

Have a good evening everyone!!

Racey Tapering Tracy.

 

[MouseDogMom]

Kira - CONGRATULATIONS! Another WISH baby! There should be plenty of advice on running in the early stages - GaJen did the Goofy last year and didn't even know, if I recall correctly. Sounds like you're doing just fine with your R/W intervals.

Mel - Way to go on getting the 12 done with the cold. And good luck with the driving test tomorrow. We failed it the first time, which was actually a good thing since I didn't think she was ready!

Allyson - Great job on the TM.

Becky - I'm off work this week, so I officially start packing tomorrow. We leave in 10 days.

Liz - 14 days - What in the world was I thinking?

Tricia - I don't have a problem with the gels (much prefer the mocha and chocolate to the vanilla, but will throw in a vanilla for variety. Mango isn't too bad either), but I discovered during my 20 miler that I need solid food too. Fortunately we did a route that came back by the car, so I was able to grab a couple of snack bars. Gotta figure out what to do during the marathon though!

Debra - DH and I are at #1/11 too. And Sienna and Apollo (as new puppy is apparently officially named now - he was Cicero yesterday, but his new name tag says Apollo, so I'm assuming DH has decided now!) are giving me plenty of endurance training. That plus the miles I'm walking trying to housebreak 2 dogs... I should be plenty ready for Jan 11th! And you're absolutely right - it's not about the PR, it's the people. I have to keep reminding myself of that when I start panicking about my lack of training.

Keep your fingers crossed that I bond with puppy #2 (Apollo) soon. I want DH to be happy, but I really do not like this little guy. The only positive aspect is that he entertains Sienna, which frees up some of my time. Other than that...

Will either get in a 3 mile run tomorrow outside or on the TM, but can't imagine how the TM will go with 2 puppies. Outside sounds much better!

Jackie

 

[MomofCKJ]

Congrats Kira! On the run and the new addition!

Debra, I will definately seek you out, I need to say HI! You were so encouraging to me back in my Couch to 5K days. Gosh I remember when running 90 second stretches was daunting to me! I don't think we are hitting the Pop meet. We are with friends and spending Friday at DHS.

Tricia, 20 miles on the TM! Way to go! I thought 10 miles was long and dreadful! LOL! You did great! As for the Gu, we tried chocolate and vanilla and didn't like either. We tried the blox too and I thought those were the ultimate nasty. The beans are my fave and what we settled on. Taste just like regular Jelly Belly beans.

Duckie, glad you and DH got your walk in today! The weather was really really nice here too. Way warmer than December usually is.

Happy Tapering everyone!

Allyson