WK of Jan 11 - WISH Walking/Running Club

[hoosmi]

Hey WISHers!

I'm back from marathon weekend. My mom and I ran the half together. For those of you just joining WISH, my mom watched me run the Goofy last year and decided to sign up for the half. She had never run before and really didn't start until October because of PF flaring up. Our longest training run was 8 miles.

We finished the half in 3:23 including port-a-potty stops, numerous stops for my mom because her socks were driving her crazy, and pictures with characters. We had a blast, and she's thrilled with her medal (and so am I). My mom's 64 and can't believe she's a "runner." Now that she knows she can complete the distance, she wants to work on her time (and getting better socks).

You can totally do it. She never officially joined WISH but I'm always quoting the group and we wore our shirts with pride.

Jen in GA

 

[TEK224]

I did it! I'm now officially signed up for Goofy 2010!

Terri

 

[monte]

Way to go Terri!

 

[TnTsParty]

I think I might be crazy but I am actually thinking of doing the full again next year. I know it won't fill up until later in the year so I don't have to commit myself right now. Here it is only a day after my first marathon and I said I most likely wouldn't do it again and now I am thinking about doing it again. We will see how the year goes. Now I know what to expect and I know what I have to do to get through it - it can only get better (I hope!) I actually think I am getting addicted to this running thing (well mostly the finishing race thing) Thanks to the WISH team! LOL

On a side note it made me very happy a little bit ago when I was at MGM at the Toy Story ride and a lady was asking me about the medal. She asked me if it was like a 5 mile run or something like that - her eyes about bugged out when I said "no its 26.2" It felt good to know I actually did it.

 

[chimera]

SherrynJoe!

You just need to post on this thread to join the WISH team. How are you planning to train for the half?

 

[hockeygirl]

Well, I just did it...I signed up for the 2010 Goofy!

Tricia--I laughed when I read your comment about most likely never doing a full again....yesterday after the full, I told my fiance that if I even mentioned about doing the Goofy again to not let me. Well, by last night, I wanted to do it again, and now I am officially signed up! Don't ever say never!

I also wanted to say WELCOME to all the new WISH members! This team is great, and always a great source of support and motivation when training for races! Looking forward to getting to know you all.

I will catch up more with everyone tomorrow, time to go get ready for bed as I actually have to go back to work tomorrow!

 

[sherrynjoe]

Can I please join a team....I am most likely going to be a walk/runner for the 1/2 since my hudband is running the full again (trying to qualify for Boston) and we have 2 young children so training in NE can be difficult. I plan to start with 5K walk run training and work up....I saw so many WISH people at the marathon when he was running and realized that you were all a great inspiration. This is my first attempt.....just walk/ran my first 5K in October 3 months after delivery, but I want to do it for myself and HAVE FUN!!

 

[nucpharm29]

Morning teammates! We're home and back to the daily grind. Scott actually worked yesterday after getting home on a very early morning flight. We had a great weekend. The half went great for both of us, 2:06 for me, 2:04 for Scott. Then we had the best time volunteering for the full. Captain Jim made our water stop great. Except for the runner asking Scott for cash and then being upset that he didn't have any, we had the best time! And then we cheered at BC, hope we saw everyone.

Now, I've decided that I'm going to do the Goofy next year, Scott too. After that, I'll be done with the full marathon distance.

z--So glad to see you here! I told you that you'd be hooked after the race. That's what happens. You'll see tons of us that after a terrible race will say "never doing that again" and we'll be signed up the next day for next year. Start slow and in a year you'll be amazed at what you can do.

mel--was great to see you this weekend. Congrats on registering for the half! Jeff did great, hope he's feeling better this morning!

WELCOME to all our new teammates! This is a great place to be!

Okay, need to get the kids ready for school, and get myself ready for the gym. Yep, heading in for a recovery xtraining workout today. Next up for me: Little Rock Half? Delaware relay?

 

[aldisneygrl]

Can I please join a team....I am most likely going to be a walk/runner for the 1/2 since my hudband is running the full again (trying to qualify for Boston) and we have 2 young children so training in NE can be difficult. I plan to start with 5K walk run training and work up....I saw so many WISH people at the marathon when he was running and realized that you were all a great inspiration. This is my first attempt.....just walk/ran my first 5K in October 3 months after delivery, but I want to do it for myself and HAVE FUN!!

We signed up for teams last year after the marathon. I don't believe we started our friendly competition until Feb. 1st. There has been discussion about whether to continue with the teams or not. I'm not sure there has been a final decision. Windwalker (dave) is the one that headed that up. I believe some teams are deciding to stay together. There should be more info after everyone gets back.

Regardless, you are a WISHer! Feel free to post on the weekly thread, that way we get to know you. Also ask any questions, struggles you might be having, and there will be people to help you. Also share your accomplishments! We love to cheer you on!

Hope that helps!

 

[sherrynjoe]

Thansk so much...I am so excited to be a WISHer!!! Trust me you will be tired of me posting by the time 2010 comes...

 

[TnTsParty]

Yes the teams will start over in February. Some of the teams are staying together but there is always room for more on any of the teams. I am sure there will be more posts after this week and everyone gets back to reality!! LOL

Anyway - Welcome to all the new WISHers - its awesome we are growing again!!

 

[IMGONNABE40!]

Teams... Exactly what have I stumbled upon here?

DH says "Just don't drink any Kool*Aid!"

 

[aldisneygrl]

Teams... Exactly what have I stumbled upon here?

DH says "Just don't drink any Kool*Aid!"

Last year after Marathon Weekend, Windwalker "Panda" (Dave) came up with an idea to keep us all on track. We formed teams to compete against each other. He tried to keep the teams even with those that run tons of miles and those that run when they can. We kept up with how many minutes we exercised (yoga, running, TaeBo, walking, XT, etc.) and we kept up with how many miles we did each week. We would report to our Captain with our totals. Some teams did it weekly, some monthly, it just depended on what worked for them. Then whoever had the most minutes and miles was supposed to get a prize at the Pop Meet this year. I didn't attend, so I can't attest to who won, or what they got. It was a great motivator for me!

Hope that clears it up! Watch for posts from windwalker Dave!

 

[disneygirlinnj]

I want to join! I want to join!

Hey everyone, I'm Jenn! I'm most likely going to sign up for the 1/2 soon. I know... I've been mumbling about it for the past few days but I'm leaning closer and closer to registering. Still just have to figure out some of the other details... like if I have enough money for a Disney trip next Jan and if I can swing it. The 1/2marathon part I'm actually not stressing about TOO MUCH yet!

I definitely want to join a team when they pick back up! I've been slowly getting into running. Have run 4 or 5 5k's and eventually want to do 10ks...then the 1/2. Most I've ever run straight is 5miles... not too fun but I think I can get used to it!

 

[jmasgat]

Have run 4 or 5 5k's and eventually want to do 10ks...then the 1/2. Most I've ever run straight is 5miles... not too fun but I think I can get used to it!

disneygirlinnj If a 50 year old female with only a year of running under her belt, with off-and-on IT band injuries can run the half (that would be me, BTW), then so can you! My only race experience in 2008 was 2-5k, 1-10k, 1-15k (the race that started it all!)

Welcome to the club. Let the fun begin!

Maura

 

[ironz]

Hi, Wish team!!

Again...here I am, trying to catch up on folks! I know so many were off at the WDW marathon weekend. Great pic from the meet at Pop on the RR thread! Now, if someone would just label it with names.

Terri...take care of that calf and have a good race next weekend!

JPFamily...other things to do in between the run sessions for your training are strength work/weights, and/or bicycling. Cross training helps make you strong and also gives you fitness while letting you recover from the run sessions.

Tricia..I know what you mean about people asking about the medal and being surprised of the distance. It feels pretty cool, and you can be proud of what you accomplished!

As for me...the usual...still rehabbing my shoulder...8 weeks post-op now. Will ride the exercise bike for a while after work, and continue my PT exercises. I'm getting a little stronger and hope to get clearance to run when I see the doc next week.
And...signed up for Goofy 2010!

 

[TEK224]

Betsy - glad you're healing well! It's no fun being sidelined. I'll be right there with ya for the Goofy next year!

Terri

 

[Maherae]

hockeygirl/Laurie, nucpharm29/Stephanie, ironz/Betsy and TEK224/Terri We'll support you any way we can (other than financially... ). I'm just shaking my head at all of our WISHers who have the guts to sign up for Goofy/Dopey!!! Betsy and Terri, you both are a marvel after what you have been through this year!!!
JPFamilyMom, zelansky, disneygrlinnj, IMGONNABE40, and sherrynjoe
TnTsParty/Tricia, That was kareneast/Karen, escape/Susie, mrstropicana/Cheryl, and me at the turn around. Congratulations for getting that Mickey medal!!

Another book that many of us have found helpful is John Bingham's "Marathoning for Mortals." There are plans to walk, walk/run, run/walk, and run 1/2's and fulls. Speaking of the Binghams, those that did the half, did you see John and Jenny cheering? Of course, I was walking with their personal friends, WDWfan9/Pat and her DH Jim at the time...

I am the team representative for the back of the packers. I will never be fast. I have arthritis in my heels, but I can hold on to a 16 minute pace. Unfortunately, I got to learn about IT band pain during the half. Still got my medal, though!!

It was wonderful to see so many of you this weekend!! and herrrreeeee we go again!! Anne

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Welcome to all the new WISH Team members!

It was wonderful to see so many of you this weekend!! and herrrreeeee we go again!! Anne

Yes, it was and yes, here we go! :yes:

Thansk so much...I am so excited to be a WISHer!!! Trust me you will be tired of me posting by the time 2010 comes...

I look forward to your trying to make us tired of your posting. We enjoy hearing from everyone. All this sharing good and bad parts of training will help someone.

AFM, we're still here in WDW. I'm feeling so much better than Sunday during/after the full. I really need to focus more on getting back my discipline in training. It does make a difference! Who wouldda thought? I'm hoping to get that groove back. Thank you WISH Team for your endless giving during this marathon weekend.

 

[TEK224]

Hey Anne and Lily - GREAT JOB!! Congrats on getting more bling! Can never have enough!

I'm looking forward to getting some new bling this weekend. I leave for Phoenix on Friday - can't wait! There's something about leaving 18 degree Philly for 70 degree Phoenix that's calling to me!

I'm gonna try to check in next week while I'm gone, but with racing, football and sightseeing it may be a little tough.

Terri