Wk of Feb 10th-- WISH Walking/Running Club

[chimera]

[... where to turn around to go back home to my DH/DD15/DD5

- Jeff

Guess I'd better start shaving again

 

[mkymsehi]

You thought the video with WISHER Renee running through it was funny.

Now sit back and relax, this one is hilarious at the end (don't worry it's not X rated, maybe PG-13).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ng8X0dhDxDY

Do a Disney Marathon, or WDW Marathon search on youtube, and a whole bunch of videos are available for viewing.

 

[angietuck2]

GOOD EVENING TEAM!!

I agree I can NOT keep up with you guys

Just a couple of quick things:

CRAIG HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MIND!!!! IT'S THE BOSTON MARATHON FOR PETE'S SAKE. On the other hand I won't do Goofy because I am the kind of person who wants to do one thing and do it REALLY good to the best of my ability so I really do understand your dilemma. BUT - THE BOSTON MARATHON : Also I find the annoying donkey sidekick amusing because that is ME Bobby doesn't find it very funny but when I haven't seen him all day I just want to talk while we are running and HIM... not so much

OK so I did 3.8 miles tonight w/DH !!!! Guess what ?? Did last 3 in 28 min AND I FEEL GREAT!!!! Also if the City of Clearwater comes up with the money to build that marina that I did the proposal for I will be finally donning my hard hat and building a marina

Gotta go take care of kids.

 

[monte]

Just popping in to say,, "hi" and that I'm still not walking alot but doing alot of cross training with the bike and weights. Had sad news today....a co-worker of mine was killed in a skiing accident here in Summit Co. He was one of our best cycling instructors at work and had a real "zest" for life. He will be missed.

 

[Big Vic]

Wow, Craig, that is quite the dilemna. I won't tell you what I'd do in your shoes (whispering quietly "Do Boston, do Boston....for cryin' out loud, it's the BOSTON MARATHON!!" ).

Steve

Craig - What Steve said.

 

[Big Vic]

Vic--Oh my gosh, that burger looks fabulous! You know the only thing I am craving now is beef.

I'm not responsible for middle of the night beef cravings.

 

[CarolA]

Just popping in to say,, "hi" and that I'm still not walking alot but doing alot of cross training with the bike and weights. Had sad news today....a co-worker of mine was killed in a skiing accident here in Summit Co. He was one of our best cycling instructors at work and had a real "zest" for life. He will be missed.

So sorry to hear this. It's always kind of 'shocking" when someone dies like that.


As for me, I 'cross trained' today. The boyfriend (and why does a 47 year old woman have a boyfriend... let's just call him "Waldo") convinced me to try his strech and strengthen class. WOW! I think my legs were more tired after this then after my run Saturday, but I know it was good for me! I was running late and didn't get my Treadmill time in....so will have to run back by the gym tomorrow.

Keep up the good work everyone! (And Criag I do have to admit, my first thought was "wow Boston" My second thought was "26.2 miles" NAH! LOL!)

 

[Kristi1357]

So effectively I'm saying I'd rather have a good result and fun at the Minnie 15K than run the Boston Marathon. Is this a sign of insanity? Or at my age is in senility?

Ok. Craig. You are certainly insane!!!

Do you know how many years I have been trying to get Chad a voucher for Boston??? I harass anyone I can think of at the station and I still can't get him one. Heck, I can't even ever get my hands on one of those nice Boston Marathon windbreakers that somehow random, non-athletic techs end up with. You must do this for the good of the WISH team! Someone has to run Boston from here one of these years! You are absolutely insane to give up this opportunity. I will even get the day off from work and get out there with my cowbells. Wait. That may deter you...

(please don't take the above too seriously - I know how things written down can be misunderstood - I am really just teasing you!)

 

[gatorphipps]

Well I have a serious dilemma.

I've been offered a bib for this year's Boston Marathon. The problem is Boston is run on Monday, April 21, precisely 13 days before the Minnie 15K.

I really love the 15K distance, and I'd really like to pound out those last 9+ miles of the marathon course. Plus I already have paid for my Minnie registration and bought air fare.

If I run Boston I'll likely not have much fun, since my long run last week was 10K, so I imagine miles 13 and beyond would be nothing but pain. But still, it's Boston. But we live 1 mile from the mile 15 marker on the course, and I've run a great deal of the course, so it isn't that new to me.

And if I run Boston I can forget any kind of good time for Minnie. With 13 days of recovery I'd be lucky to start and finish.

So effectively I'm saying I'd rather have a good result and fun at the Minnie 15K than run the Boston Marathon. Is this a sign of insanity? Or at my age is in senility?

Craig

It is my dream to run Boston! Just had to put that in!

oh....
and...

TOMORROW IS MY BDAY!

 

[RedDragon]

Well, HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTA!!! Hope it's a very lovely day!!!

Kristi1357: yup, Craig is insane. Honestly. I live with him. I should know.

Monte: so sorry to hear about your co-worker!

CarolA: glad to hear your boyfriend, er, I mean Waldo's class was worthwhile!

OK, watching the Westminster Kennel Club dog show right now. Just LOVE this competition.

I've done well over the weekends in getting in my workouts but during the week, well, not so much. I gotta buckle down and get to it. Well, I'll try.

 

[Jen117]

Hey all.. just did 60 minute spinning class... KICKED MY LEGS!!!! Wow!!

Jeff - Thanks for the video clips!!

VIC - Jeff got me searching utube and I found you http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUz-nOW-3yI&feature=related

Christa - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

 

[jeanneg]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHRISTA!!!

 

[Big Vic]

VIC - Jeff got me searching utube and I found you http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUz-n...eature=related

Just bebopping along.

Christa - Happy Birthday!

 

[nucpharm29]

Well, I had my first post-illness workout today and it was, shall we say, bearable. I opted for xtraining just b/c this nagging cough is still around. And, I'm really sure the lady next to me on the elliptical loved the hacking I was doing every 15 minutes of so. I did manage 3.85 miles on the beast and then a little arm work afterward. Could really tell that my nutrition has been way off the past week. Other than that, doing fairly well

Craig--Um, it's the Boston Marathon for Pete's Sake.....but that's just my opinion. Believe me I know this has got to be a momentous decision for you. B/c do you take the voucher, run a not so great race, but enjoy the fact that it's Boston. Or not take the voucher, which might not ever pass this way again, in order to run a great race in May. Tough decision man, but know that your WISH team will be behind you the whole way!

Christa--Happy Birthday! Hope you have a marvelous day!

 

[KeenHo]

Craig ~ What a tough call. Boston is THE race, the grand daddy of them all. I would leap at the opportunity to run it.

I have a good friend that ran it and finished (something like) 40th in his age group a few years back. He is my inspiration at times. His name is Mike English. He was part of my support group for my first marathon (Delaware Marathon - 4:41:03 May 2006).

However, with Boston, comes weather... I remember cringing at the cold and rain (?) of last years run. It must have been murder. We have a close friend who's DS ran in it last year. He ran it in a blistering 2:48:27 for an overall pace of 6:26. (I'll never do that!)

Knowing what could potentially be a cold, wet run of this length vs. a better distance for you, in Florida, surrounded by the Minnie Girls... I'd go for the Minnie.

I think you want to be the best you can be, the Minnie gives you that opportunity. I think that is the right choice. Be comfortable in your decision and do your best when you run it.

Best,

Howard

 

[deekaypee]

Just popping in to say,, "hi" and that I'm still not walking alot but doing alot of cross training with the bike and weights. Had sad news today....a co-worker of mine was killed in a skiing accident here in Summit Co. He was one of our best cycling instructors at work and had a real "zest" for life. He will be missed.

I'm so sorry for you and for your co-worker's loved ones. I can think of no higher testament to the quality of his character than the high esteem with which you hold him. My thoughts are with you.

 

[deekaypee]

Well I have a serious dilemma.

I've been offered a bib for this year's Boston Marathon. The problem is Boston is run on Monday, April 21, precisely 13 days before the Minnie 15K.

I really love the 15K distance, and I'd really like to pound out those last 9+ miles of the marathon course. Plus I already have paid for my Minnie registration and bought air fare.

If I run Boston I'll likely not have much fun, since my long run last week was 10K, so I imagine miles 13 and beyond would be nothing but pain. But still, it's Boston. But we live 1 mile from the mile 15 marker on the course, and I've run a great deal of the course, so it isn't that new to me.

And if I run Boston I can forget any kind of good time for Minnie. With 13 days of recovery I'd be lucky to start and finish.

So effectively I'm saying I'd rather have a good result and fun at the Minnie 15K than run the Boston Marathon. Is this a sign of insanity? Or at my age is in senility?

Michelle

When I run hard I concentrate on my pace and technique. When I'm running easy my mind wanders all over. Often in training runs I visualize the course for my next race, and if I'm at mile 8 in my training run I think about what I'll face in mile 8 of the race.

When I'm running with others I reprise the role of Donkey in Shrek, the annoying talking animal sidekick. Songs, jokes, dumb puns, you name it.

And don't laugh about painting a scene on the garage door. When I'm doing long stuff on a treadmill before the Disney full or half marathon, I tape a color map of the course in front of me at eye level, and I literally run the course while I'm training. The most fun is if I'm running 13 miles and have the full course in front of me. Every 1/2 mile I click off 1 full mile on the marathon course map. It is terribly exciting to finish 13 miles in 2:15 and call that my time for the full marathon .

Take care all, and enjoy the treadmill during this cold snap. I know I do.

Craig

Craig, I know you'll make the right decision for you and know that we'll support you in whatever decision you make.

If you want my perspective, and it's not even worth $.02 on this one since Boston is so far from do-able for me....

I could be blasphemous & remind you that it's the final Minnie, while Boston might come your way again. But I won't. Instead, I'll say: It doesn't sound to me like your heart & mind are focused on Boston, even though it's, well, Boston. But when you've been talking about Minnie your excitement has been palpable. Heck, every time you talk about Minnie you make me want to go....I want you to have a good race, one that will be memorable for you for many reasons & most/all of them positive. I say choose the one that will give you the best chance of achieving that.

 

[Minnie]

Wow Craig what an amazing opportunity and WOW what a tough decision to make!

Maybe run the Boston and enjoy running the Minnie at a recovery pace with tons of WISHers?????? Just a thought....

Best of luck to you no matter which decision you make!!!!!!! We are all 100% behind you no matter what!!!!!!!!!!

 

[mkymsehi]

Craig,

DO BOTH!!!

Think of it as doing the Goofy in reverse. Full to start, half (well about half) to follow. And the half isn't even the next day, LOL. You have time to rest in between.

 

[Optimator]

Hello Folks!

Christa - Happy Birthday!!

Michelle - Welcome! Good question about what we all think about when running. Oddly enough, sometimes I actually think about what I'm going to post about my run if something interesting happened. I'm not much about the numbers but if something entertaining happened...

I'm quite sure I'll be thinking about Mel shaving on my next run!


Vic, Lisa, Stephanie and others on the road to recovery - Continue to feel better.


Craig - I'm with SteveOH, Jeff, etc. on this one. Maybe it doesn't have the same mystique for you since you're local, but how many chances will you get to run Boston? You still have time to get trained up. Disney races really should be more about fun than time anyway. Do Minnie for the fun/team aspect of it. You can always pick another 10-15K to put a whippin' on.


Take care everyone!