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

[windwalker]

WWDave - loved your escapades in Nashville! It is funny now, right?

I have had two days from you-know-where. Monday I hit a small & hard something on the highway while going to work and had a flat upon leaving work. Yesterday, took it to Toyota and had the flat fixed. Went grocery shopping. Came out and same tire was flat again! Back to Toyota, yadda, yadda, yadda. They found the "really really small hole" that eluded them an hour before. Hmmm....somehow this teeny tiny hole (yeah, right) leaked a whole tire full of air in only one hour. Now that is freakin' amazing. And that was just the car-related drama!

And today will probably be a third day from you-know-where since it's craziness at work since it's snowing. Again.
You now what? It's New England. It snows. This is not the Blizzard of '78. Oy!

Ok, I feel better now.

And yes, there was no training mentioned.
I have been too busy with changing flat tires!

Did you remind them you were a princess?

We are being snowed on today, the bad part is there is a layer of frozen rain under it. Our daughter, who is now driving my Grand Cherokee called us last night saying that she was afraid to drive home from work because the roads were ice covered. So Erica and I went out and rescued her and the Jeep.

A moment of reflection this morning, thinking about our dear friend Lily who is having surgery. Lily is one of the reasons this board is so wonderfull. When you meet Lily or Anne and some of the other WISH royalty, you feel like you have just reunited with a long lost sister. Please think thoughts of strength and love for her.

Have an awesome day y'all.

Mischevious Panda

 

[Cruella de mom]

Good Morning Everyone!

I have nothing exciting to report. I did speed work yesterday and all it did was remind me that I don't particularly like to run fast. I need to go back and do more cross training but this week there is Valentines Day to navigate and I am sure I can find some excuse next week as well....

My main distraction is computer shopping. Yipee, its time for a new computer. Except that now I have to reeducate myself because everything has completely changed since I bought this computer. I am trying to get educated on the whole VISTA thing but it isn't easy.

Panda - Your Nasville adventures made me smile! I can not wait to go to the CMM in April! Dh and I had a blast last year. We stayed downtown so we could walk everywhere but still took a taxi to the hotel saturday night (thats all I am gonna say about that)

Shan - Trail running is very different. Its great for gaining ankle strength and/or breaking an ankle.

Craig - I am SO jealous that you got to ride expedition everest! I would have ridden that in a heartbeat! To be honest, I didn't even think about it when I was in AK. But I will next year.....

As for treadmill running - I play games to entertain myself. I turn the speed up to my fastest pace for one "lap" and see what that does to my heart rate. Or I go slow the first mile then try to catch my pace back up by going faster each mile after. Another game is to see if I can outlast everysingle person in the gym. Since there are about 50 treadmills in my gym, this can get me quite a few miles.

 

[wtpclc]

A moment of reflection this morning, thinking about our dear friend Lily who is having surgery. Lily is one of the reasons this board is so wonderfull. When you meet Lily or Anne and some of the other WISH royalty, you feel like you have just reunited with a long lost sister. Please think thoughts of strength and love for her.

Very nicely said. Thansk Dave!

Cindy - Mayeb you shoudl treat ourself to some new tunes oto work out to to help motivate you. SOunds like you really do need those endorphins. Such a vicious circle, I know. That you get your groove back soon!

 

[wfloyd]

We are being snowed on today, the bad part is there is a layer of frozen rain under it. Our daughter, who is now driving my Grand Cherokee called us last night saying that she was afraid to drive home from work because the roads were ice covered. So Erica and I went out and rescued her and the Jeep.

A
Mischevious Panda

More car rescues, um since you really seem to be getting into this new hobby, I think you better be careful about which cars you pick. Apparently some of them have cameras in them that let some of Vic's friends tackle and shock the drivers.

Bill

 

[JustSmile]

Good morning to all.

Ms. Mightyduck....Thanks for the laugh. What a great post. Did you ever figure out who the guy was?

Angie...Congrats on the marina project. That sounds amazing!

CraigThanks for the info about the map. I think I'll have to blow it up....really big And congrats on the invite back to MIT.

Cindy....Take care of yourself. You know what's best, we've just had lots of folks around here pushing themselves into pneumonia....it almost seems epidemic.

I did my 3.5 miles on the treadmill yesterday with a run/walk pattern and finished in a little under 37 min. Not too much slower than my straight run pace. I was pretty excited. Today, it's strength training. I just wish all the ice would go away outside, but it looks like we're getting some snow on top of it. Have a great day all.

 

[Calcio]

WWDave

Yes, on many positive thoughts for Lily today. It's always a delight to see Lily and Ted at every Disney race, and I sure will give her a hug when I see her in May.

Bless you Lily, you are in our minds and hearts today sweetie. . You have a circle of friends around the country and across the seas who support you.

Craig

 

[postesf]

Good Morning all!

Ms Mighty Duck...Thanks for laugh!

Amy...Glad to hear you have backed off a bit this week. Yay! for the new "plan!"

I recently added some new tunes to my Ipod. I thought I would post the sites here incase anyone is interested... You can sort by Beats per Minute and they also have it sorted by walking/running/yoga/pilates...

http://www.workoutmusic.com/catalog/index.html

and for group instructors

http://www.powermusic.com/catalog/index.html

So far this week I did 8.5 miles on the bike on Monday--a first for me and yesterday I aquacised. Today is a run/walk day for me and tomorrow I hope to get in a Step Class. I feel a little achey in the hips, but nothing like it was just before Disney! I'm not driving so much anymore. Matt (DH) is still on a no driving restriction, but I just couldn't keep driving us 45 min to and from work plus everywhere else. I think that was impacting my hip flexor too. It seems to hurt more when I drive... He's had no more seizures since November so hopefully all is getting better now. We go back to the neurologist next week.

Happy training!
Stacie

 

[tink06]

Morning everyone! Ok, I'm admitting I haven't caught up on this thread yet, but wanted to post, and will go back and catch up.

I know we've been lucky too with the recent winters here in NY, however, this year stinks! It's never just snow - always has to be followed by ice YUCK!!! So this morning, my exercise was shoveling off the cars, and I'll go out in a bit and finish shoveling the rest. My entire house is sick AGAIN. I just "love" the winter Jeff had the flu this weekend - he's better but it's all in his chest, and he's at the drs as I type. My lingering cold hit me bad yesterday where I was in a fog for most of the day. DD is sick - again. Fever, tired, and a cough - oh and completely whiny and clingly - which I understand, just gets a bit tiring after a while. So if she still has a fever in a bit (I gave her motrin very early this morning), we'll be off to the doctors as well.

thanks for letting me air that.

You guys are a T-rrific group of people, and I consider myself lucky to have found you and to have been accepted in. As much as we have competitions, its all done in a fun, loving, and most importantly supportive way, where no matter if you're pulling in 13 miles or 0.5 miles a day - you are cheered on, and that is why I truly enjoy visiting this group (at least) once a day! As with all families - ok, maybe it's just mine - there's going to be disagreeing - but no one here ever loses sight of what's important - each other!

Ok, going to check on DD and will be back soon (no school b/c of weather/sick = no work for mommy) and I'm hoping to get something accomplished today

Have a great day!

 

[SamSam]

Stacie - Thanks for the great site for music. I saved it and will check it out more thoroughly later.

It's sunny here today, so I'm hoping to walk outside this afternoon.

 

[nepatsfan73]

I just wanted to throw out a couple things while I've got a minute.

A moment of reflection this morning, thinking about our dear friend Lily who is having surgery. Lily is one of the reasons this board is so wonderfull. When you meet Lily or Anne and some of the other WISH royalty, you feel like you have just reunited with a long lost sister. Please think thoughts of strength and love for her.

I agree, and will also go so far as saying its like being re-united with a long lost sister you actually like. Can't speak for Dave on this one.

Craig-From all the Boston Marathons I participated in, they didn't seem too tough to me. Granted I was in much better shape back in college (at BC) and the participating was cheering at heartbreak hill several years with kegs and grills so I suppose running it might be a little different.

I do think the cowbellers could help you though. If not too personal, where do you stand on tenure and/or department chair? You really don't think it would hurt to have a cheering section leading you into class do you. I think at least at MIT it would definately be a plus. (I'll check with FIL-he's my family's MIT alum and big into alumni stuff.) Just don't let Original Bill participate. He seems to attract too much campus police (and other law enforcement) attention.

Original Bill--Glad to hear the family is recovering.

Hope everyone down south gets through the latest weather--looks like lots of thunder coming through with a cold front. We've got the old "Wintry Mix" going here in New England today.

To Everyone-- Have a great and safe day.

 

[aldisneygrl]

Thinking about and praying for Lily today.

I have a question for you experienced WISHers out there. I've only been back to training for about two weeks now. I started back at square one of my C25K training plan. There is a local 10K on March 2nd. I have NEVER run a 10K. 5K is as far as I have gone, and I walked that one in Disney, ran two last Sept. and Oct. Is it possible for me to do this race, or is this pushing my limits?

The reason why I ask is because there is a big 10K here in May, and I would like to have a "trial run" with this race. The only thing is that I don't want to injure myself by pushing too much too soon. I just did a two mile race this weekend in 23:25, so that gives you an idea of my pace. Don't know that I could maintain that for four more miles though. Please let me know what you think.

 

[lenshanem]

Got a strange question for you girls...

Last race I packed a small purse tissue pack and a couple hand sanitizer wipe packets for the portapotties.

A couple weeks ago DH and I went out to a trail and they had portapotties. I wasn't prepared and they totally grossed me out.

I was thinking about buying these to put in my waist pouch for races and such -
http://www.magellans.com/store/Health___Personal_Care___HygieneTW384?Args=

Anyone thought of doing this? I don't recall Disney having these in the portapotties for their races, correct?


I haven't seen these in any stores, I guess I'll have to buy them online. I'm wondering how small these packs are...

 

[Sandy321]

Lily still holding you up in prayer!!

Alli you CAN do it!! Right now, its a mind game - so get your mind in the game - and run that race... (oh wait.. never mind - you're team doesnt need those race points

LY/MI girlfriend!!

Shan call me crazy - but I wouldnt bother with those seats - do some "wall sits" and strengthen those thigh muscles (do people really sit on portapotties?) and the Disney portapotties had the alcohol gel inside (or the one I used) I also took advantage of the flush toilets in Frontierland - but when ya gotta go, ya gotta go!!

Stacie thanks for the site -

Stacie/Tink I so agree - this snow is ok in December, starts getting old in Jan - but by Feb - I'm done ok? March? April???

 

[lenshanem]

Shan call me crazy - but I wouldn't bother with those seats - do some "wall sits" and strengthen those thigh muscles (do people really sit on portapotties?) and the Disney portapotties had the alcohol gel inside (or the one I used) I also took advantage of the flush toilets in Frontierland - but when ya gotta go, ya gotta go!!

Oh, I definitely do "the squat" in those things, but your legs still kinda touch the edge, ya know?

Yes everyone, I am a germaphobe!

Since we're on this topic...

How often do you pass the regular bathrooms on the half route? Do they have portapotties on the course, too?

 

[deekaypee]

Shan: Trail runs just scare me. I tried trail biking this summer and had a very similar reaction. Thought I was fit, got frustrated, swore I wouldn't do it again (& am now making plans for this summer...). I'm so impressed that you got out there. I've not used the toilet-seat covers, and I'll be very interested in what others think.

Cam: I'm glad the work is interesting, at least. Hopefully it's not interfering with all your plans, especially your VR.

Tricia: Thanks for the info on the TM intervals. Now that you mention it, I think the TMs at my gym have this. (I really should pay more attention to all the amenities my monthly fee gives me...). I'm sending winter wishes your way.

Carrie: Yeah, I love the stop-in-the-middle of the chapter & do-this-exercise suggestions in Chi Running. If I stop reading, it's to turn out the light & go to sleep. Obviously this book requires more mindfulness on my part.

Ms. Duckie: Your stream of consciousness was delightful. It's worthy of a Faulkner story!

Jackie: That's so cool that you're writing when you're running. I hope to get there sometime....

Amy: Oooh, I'm glad you're reading Chi Running. I think I'm going to get something from the book, if no more than a yen to take Tai Chi. I think I'm going to continue with yoga for now and try to work one aspect at a time. I guess I just have to trust that things will make sense over time. I'm glad to hear you're giving yourself some recovery time and taking it easy (for you, for me it would be a killer schedule). Your training plan for the Minnie seems exciting--if I remember Bingham's schedule tends be like this: moderate run-moderate run-moderate run-and so on. (Yeah, I knew there was a reason I liked his plans!

Steve: I hope work settles down and that the temps allow you to run outdoors. I don't have nearly your fortitude for subzero temps, so I'll hope for a balmy 40 degrees for you!

CarolA: Great news on the PR. I wouldn't call you slow, which tells you something about my pace.

Kristi: I think the Panda should count your tire changing as XT. Your HR must have been elevated--mine would have been.

Cindy: It sounds like you need a little inspiration and encouragement. I can't really help you there, as my form of motivation involves calling myself names & using profane language. Not very DIS friendly. Sadly enough, it works. Maybe WWDave could give you some encouragement--he's got quite a way with words.

WWDave: As usual, you express yourself beautifully. You're truly a (pretty) prince of a guy.

Cecilia: I love the idea of playing games with the TM and "competing" with others in the gym, even if they don't know it. A covert operation! As for the computer? I have a suggestion (whispering in your ear): Macbook Air, Macbook Air....

Tracey: Great time for your R/W!

Stacie: What a full and varied schedule. I hope/am fairly sure it will help with your hip flexor. I'll think good thoughts for the neurologist visit.

Stacey: (Thank goodness for different spellings) to your family. I hope you'll all have speedy recoveries and that any doctors' visits, if necessary, are quick and painless.

NEPats Bill: It's great to see you here. How's your training going?

Allie: I don't really have enough experience to answer your question, so I'm just speculating. Could you run 5K of the race and walk the rest? Or a R/W? You know, get back in the swing of racing but without pressuring yourself to run the entire race? (Or even having anything but completion as a goal.) Then you could gauge your abilities & make plans for the 10K in May.

As for me: Another C25K day, and I'm trying to work on relaxing my muscles (as Chi Running suggests). I find it hard to be loose on the TM, but running outside is a no-go right now. Too much ice on the sidewalks. And ice + hills = nervous Debra. I added some more XT to make going to the gym worthwhile. This evening I tried a quick walk to the neighborhood beer store--still too icy to be safe at anything more than a walk. That's what I get for wanting a white winter.

 

[Kristi1357]

Kristi: I think the Panda should count your tire changing as XT. Your HR must have been elevated--mine would have been.

Me? Change a tire?
Well, I walked down to the garage office and asked if they could send someone to put my donut on. Does that count? I figured for the $300 a month I pay for the priviledge of parking there, they should do it for me. Yesterday I exercised my fingers calling AAA to have them send someone to put that donut back on. Oh, and I jumped around like a fool trying to wave down the tow truck driver since he was going down every aisle in the parking lot besides the one I was in!

 

[wtpclc]

Alli - I hate to be a naysayer, but I think going from 2 miles to 6 in just over 2 weeks is a bit much. I think you're very smart to question it, as it is a bit much. You have planty o ftime to train and kick some booty in May, though!!!

DKP - lol. You just mirror my thoughts.

 

[angietuck2]

Good Evening Team

I wasn't even going to post tonight because I feel bad that every time I post it is all about me because I have such little time and you guys move so fast.

But I did want to stop in and say:

LILY: Prayers and going out for you!!
STEPHANIE: I'm sorry you have been so sick!! But I'm glad it is at least getting a little better
DEBRA: Thank you for always keeping up individually on the thread and thank you for all your kind words and encouragement. I don't know how you guys find the motivation to train in that cold, snow, ice It's supposed to be maybe 45 tonight and I was thinking -- OH HEAVENS NOOOO WAY I'm doing morning run tommorrow!!! THAT"S FREEZING!!!
Shan That trail run does NOT sound like fun at ALL!!!!! I don't remember how often the port a potties are on the route for the 1/2 but you are constantly passing them and then there are always the bathrooms in the magic kingdom that are open and much CLEANER than those nasty things along the route. And MK will be right around mile 6 about half way, so if you can wait until then, YOU ARE GOOD!! I have two little boys who don't get grossed out by anything and my 8 year old wouldn't even use the ones at the finish line this year for marathon because they were so gross
Allie: I am the QUEEN of pushing myself too hard so I won't tell you what I would do but we did have a friend who did RFTT w/DH this year and she had never done more than 3 1/2 before the 10K. She did finish but she did say one of the reasons she finished was because she had DH pushing her. I think it CAN be done it's probably more of a question of what is right for you and your body and risking injury? Sorry probably not much help.

OK I'm sorry that is as far as I can get right now.

As for me nothing today, yesterday did Bodypump(weights) and Bodyflow(yoga,core) I am such a cardio junkie that even though I spent 2 hours at the gym i feel like I cheated and didn't do anything

 

[MouseDogMom]

How often do you pass the regular bathrooms on the half route? Do they have portapotties on the course, too?

We went in the Magic Kingdom in Frontierland. Nice relaxing bathroom break complete with soap and paper towels!

Alli - I hate to be a naysayer, but I think going from 2 miles to 6 in just over 2 weeks is a bit much. I think you're very smart to question it, as it is a bit much. You have planty o ftime to train and kick some booty in May, though!!!

I was thinking the same thing. A 5K maybe, but I'd wait until May for the first 10K.

Jackie

 

[TXAng]

Lily - Been thinking about you today. Hope everything went well!

Kristi - Bummer about all the car trouble! Yuck!

Well, I've officially packed away all of my maternity clothes. I'm actually kind of sad about it.

But the good news is that I've only got a little under two weeks until I see the doctor and am hopefully cleared to get back out there and run again!