Wk of July 29--WISH Walking/Running Club

[Tiger Lily 03]

I've updated the WISH Team Calendar! Please stop by and check it out. I need you to look to see if your information is correct. Thanks too for the clarification on the events.

SWDave, it's such a difficult thing when there is a split decision on what to do. Maybe a hose/sprinkler at home event with popsicles for refreshments would work to appease the young princess. (Buckets, car washing, hoses, seem to bring back fond summertime memories for me. It was never about the car washing--all about the buckets and hoses and fun!) Oh! Maye I want to make that happen tonight too!

 

[monte]

Good Morning Team!

Cam - Great pictures. You and your DH make a lovely couple.
Beth - Way to go on the 10 miles, that's awesome!
Meagan - I love walking on the beach, it's one of my favorite workouts.
Jen - Congratulations on signing up fo the full....I'll see you there.
Judy - Hang in there - sounds like you're improving.
Steve - Welcome Back!
Martha - You crack me up! Hope the homfront is still intacked when you return from Co. Which running team did DH hook you up with? If you want to soak after you runs, I can leave entry tokens, at the front desk, of the Silverthorne Rec. Center. Just let me know.
Maggie - Way to go on your training...I like training in the am's too.
Renee - Hope your friends DH is ok.
Lily - Way to go w/your walk! I didn't know that Anne lived near you, that's great that the two of you can walk together.

I've been training almost everyday, except on Fridays. Yesterday I speed walked for 7 miles and I must say my left heel is killing me again. Today I plan on walking an hour before work. I have my first TNT meeting on Aug.27th where I'll learn more about the program and what my commitment is.....I think I have to raise $4,000.

Happy training

 

[windwalker]

Monte, are you putting ice on that heel after your workouts? I have a package of frozen peas that I use a lot for that.

I went out on my 4 mile hill route but kept the pace comfortable because of the heat. I'm going to do speed intervals on Saturday after a rest day tomorrow.

My 120 years in the tropics and the desert taught me that keeping a drink close all the time is the key to surviving the heat. I drink a ton of water during the day.

Have a wonderful day everyone.

Dave

 

[Maherae]

Good Morning WISH team mates!
Monte/Monica, I only virtually walked with Lily yesterday. We're at opposite ends of the country geographically. Besides, my foot is encased in an orthopaedic boot for the next two weeks. No real walking for me! You, however, are doing great with your training!!
Calcio/Craig, oh, PLEASE take care of yourself..no pushing training while sick!!
nucpharm29/Stephanie, that is such a great idea for the kids' marathon! Do well on your TM today!
Maggie, Good job on keeping up with the early morning exercise program!

Everyone, please be careful in the heat! Anne

 

[HMHunters]

Morning, WISH teamers!

Thanks so much for all the PD for my friend. We'll keep praying for good path reports, but the doctors are very optimistic.

Rest day for me today, which translates into housecleaning day. Woo hooty. I'm also going to work on some ADR's for January!! I can't decide what to do about Sunday after the marathon. I'm kind of thinking late lunch/early dinner ... what do all you experiences Mickey-ers do?

With all the garage door angst, I was reminded of a funny incident we had at our last house. We all loaded up into the minivan and started backing out of the garage. As we backed up, we realized that the garage door was closing!!! We were totally befuddled as to how this was happening -- our garage door and our minivan were about to crash into each other (and for some reason DH kept backing out -- I think he was trying to beat the door) when there was a sudden "POP" and we realized what had happened. The garage door's release cord had been shut into the side sliding door, so as the minivan was backing out it was pulling the garage door with it! Finally the cord snapped before either the door or the minivan was ruined. That shortened up the cord enough that we never had that problem again!

Happy training, all!
Renee

 

[windwalker]

Here is the email I sent to the Disney Sports People, Public Relations.

I'm not sure where to start with this request but you get to hear it first and maybe you can steer us in the right direction.

There is a Disney Site Called the WISH it's one of the just for fun sites but it has grown to be more than that. WISH stands for "We are inspired to stay Healthy".

We have become the WISH racing team and do races all over the country. We had a big WISH group at the Flying Pig in Cincinnati and the WISH racing colors were even on an athlete at the National Senior Olympics. I could go on and on with how we are promoting Disney around the country but I'm sure you get the gist of it.

Now our request. We do the major races at Disney World of course. We request that the monday after the Tower of Terror and the monday after the Marathon be WISH days. On these days our WISH shirts would act as fast passes for any rides and shows. There are about 50 of us total.

The benefit to you is that a lot of us would stay an extra day to be part of WISH day and you get tons of free public relations from us. We love Disney and spreading the word on how great it is.

Please consider our request.

Thank you

Dave Kirgan
209 hunters Crossing
Bowling Green Ky, 42104

walkingthedistance@yahoo.com


Tiger Lily is going to check on who else we might approach with this request. Would you guys like to have a day after each race where we can socialize and do the parks without waiting for the rides and shows. I'm gonna make it happen. It may take a while but it's gonna happen. I hope I haven't upset anyone speaking for the team, but everyone, on the team I approached with it, was in favor of it.

Dave

 

[lenshanem]

Morning everyone!

I ran 4.5 miles this morning R10/W1. My average pace was 9:54!!! I also ran my fastest mile to date - 9:34. I can't believe what a difference recalibrating my Nike+ has made. This has really motivated me cause before I thought I'd be cruising, then look at my ipod and I'd be at a snail's pace. I really hope it is right. I need that Garmin!

So I'm done with my runs for the week. I won't get back out until Sunday. I put in 13.77 miles this week with an average pace of 10:31.

Hope everyone has a good weekend. Tomorrow night I'm going to see Greg Proops from Whose Line Is It Anyway? at the Funny Farm. I can't wait!

 

[magslite]

Dave that would be so cool. I know my dd16 and I would stay an extra day if we could have that perk. Thanks for taking the time to try to put it together. It is worth a shot!

Maggie

 

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Morning everyone! Whew, this has been a week of WTO for me. We've had a little reorganization here and that means more job responsibilities for me. I'm not complaining though, because I am learning a new aspect of oil and gas engineering in addition to keeping up with my old production engineering duties.

Yesterday over lunch I got some hill work in - and hello - it was AWESOME!!! I ran 4 hill repeats, plus some time on flat ground for a total of 5 miles. I can tell that the work is starting to pay off. The hill I run up is probably about a 1/4 of a mile long with a pretty serious elevation gain. Before I have had to stop and walk halfway up the hill on most of my repeats, but this week I ran the entire way up the hill on all repeats! Then my 1.25 miles back to the start was super fast. Total time 57:22 for an 11:28/mi pace. I didn't make it for yoga because I got home so late thanks to the trains being shut down in the downtown core due to a really bad accident. I wound up falling asleep really early and I think my body is really crying for more sleep than I'm giving it. I need to work on that. Tonight is boot camp.

Shan - Glad to hear your pace has improved so much with the recalibration! I totally love my Garmin though, definitely worth the investment.
WWDave - I hope you get a good response with your letter! I'm all in support! Unfortunately I won't be able to take advantage of the Monday after ToT since I'm flying out that afternoon, but maybe the Monday after the marathon if I can walk! I'll have to figure out the logisitics with the shirt though. Since I only bought one I'm sure it will be a little ripe after Sunday...
Renee - I made a reservation for Spoodles after the half. It looks like they have some good dishes with a mixture of carbs and proteins even though their menu is a little limited. After the full I booked Jiko since we are staying at the AKL. I don't want to have to go too far, but I figure the buffet idea will help me replenish, and maybe getting up and walking the buffet will help to keep me loose?? Or not... I booked for about 5 pm as I figure I'll be having lunch somewhere in DTD probably after the race. But it will all depend on how I feel...
Monte - What race are you going to do through TNT? WDW with us?
Anne and Judy - Tons and tons of PD for your feet!

Congrats to everyone getting their steps in - you guys are doing great in the heat! Be sure to stay hydrated! Update on Maggie - they want to do exploratory surgery on her stomach which scares the bejeezus out of me. Considering Maggie really belongs to my parents I'll leave it up to them to decide. We have an appointment at the vet on Sunday to discuss things further. She's normally a really happy dog, and I hate to put her through the pain, but then again, what to do if she really does have a tumor...

 

[Creativebeth]

Good day WISH folks! Another REALLY hot day here in PA......oh, when will it end? I am not looking forward to trying to get a long run in this weekend with this heat!

I resorted to the gym again today.....blah! I did get 5 miles in, but my pace was pretty much 11:30 per mile. Oh, well, I got my steps in that's what counts, right? I will head back to the gym later for strength training class.

PaDisneyFan: Nancy, the rail trail is out this weekend, huh? That's to bad, but at least the gym will allow you to read a good book!

Monte: Good job on the 7 miles!! I hope your heel gets better.....what a big pain!

Martha: Keep up the good work on the home front!!! Don't worry, DH will be home soon!

Calcio: It seems like you are really missed at home, huh? Hurry home!

Hope everyone else is doing well!

Beth

 

[andromedaslove]

This is just a quick drive by to say hello. I didn't get my run in on Tuesday, but I did run 5 yesterday. 2 with Michael at about a 14 min pace, then 3 at about 8:33 pace pushing the 2 yr old in the stroller. I was going to run this morning, but really didn't feel like getting up early enough. So I'll skip today and do my 6 mile LR on Saturday. After that I shouldn't have an excuse for a while. DH is bringing me that treadmill I am borrowing from my MIL. SO no matter what I should be getting all the steps in.

MIchael started football this week. He has 2 practices and 1 game a week, so he is limited in his running with me. So he will only be doing 1 run a week, between 2 and 3 miles to keep him prepared for the Animal Kingdom 5k!!

I'll check back with eveyrone later. Gotta go!!

Dana

 

[monte]

Dave, that would be so cool if Disney would do that for us. Would a WISH hat work as well? No, I have not been icing my heel....I keep forgetting.

Leana, yes I'm doing the full marathon through TNT. I'm not sure if I told this before but my oldest step son, Aaron, has been battling leukemia for 7 years. So this marathon is in honor of Aaron....he's a wonderful person.

 

[Mouse Skywalker]

Here is the email I sent to the Disney Sports People, Public Relations.

I'm not sure where to start with this request but you get to hear it first and maybe you can steer us in the right direction.

There is a Disney Site Called the WISH it's one of the just for fun sites but it has grown to be more than that. WISH stands for "We are inspired to stay Healthy".

We have become the WISH racing team and do races all over the country. We had a big WISH group at the Flying Pig in Cincinnati and the WISH racing colors were even on an athlete at the National Senior Olympics. I could go on and on with how we are promoting Disney around the country but I'm sure you get the gist of it.

Now our request. We do the major races at Disney World of course. We request that the monday after the Tower of Terror and the monday after the Marathon be WISH days. On these days our WISH shirts would act as fast passes for any rides and shows. There are about 50 of us total.

The benefit to you is that a lot of us would stay an extra day to be part of WISH day and you get tons of free public relations from us. We love Disney and spreading the word on how great it is.

Please consider our request.

Thank you

Dave Kirgan
209 hunters Crossing
Bowling Green Ky, 42104

walkingthedistance@yahoo.com


Tiger Lily is going to check on who else we might approach with this request. Would you guys like to have a day after each race where we can socialize and do the parks without waiting for the rides and shows. I'm gonna make it happen. It may take a while but it's gonna happen. I hope I haven't upset anyone speaking for the team, but everyone, on the team I approached with it, was in favor of it.

Dave

Wow, that would be awesome if the WISH team would have a day after the race and we would have fast passes to all the rides and shows, but..... I'm not going to hold my breath. My guess is Disney would have a hard time justifying why the WISH team gets fastpasses to all the rides and shows, but some other team does not - such as the Team in Training. It's worth a shot, and thanks for taking the initiative to send the message Dave.

 

[plutosmyfav]

So can I come back? Am I disowned forever??

Steve

Yes Steve, you are DIS-owned forever! I think I am, too. No matter how hard I try to shake this group it still holds onto me! JUST KIDDING!


I've been MIA for a while now-- not just lurking; completely unDISed. I have so much to catch up on.

So far I've caught this:

Kathy-- you did a SPLENDID job raising one smart 21 year old. I hope (I guess I can still hope) that my DD will be that smart!

Kristi-- you are TOO funny. I've said it before, I'll say it again!

MSDave-- thanks for checking up on me from time to time

Oh darn, I've forgotten all the few responses I had.

Judy-- Oh sweetie, you'll rock at ToT. You have so much spunk it should be bottled!

WWDave-- I haven't read the whole thread, but I saw your letter to Disney. Are you the one that made unique WISH shirts with Mickey heads? If so, don't dare bring them to Disneys' attention. They are virulent about their Mickey heads and any other trademark. They wouldn't do anything about it with individuals, but any group that infringes on their trademarks will be sorry! We need to be careful if we are bringing attention to ourselves to the Disney folks.

Drat, I am a bear of very little brain... the only other response I can recall is to OhMom:

I went to OSU and I didn't get your name either! Shame on us all!!!

OK, about me: My mood has slipped markedly as I wait for the next "test drive". Hence the unplanned hiatus. I am using sick leave and enduring unnecessary pain all because the Dr/OR scheduling. I already know I want to do this spinal cord stimuation (yes, ponder for a moment eagerly and willfully awaiting to have wires snaked through your spine and hooked up to a trasmitter installed in your ab)... I digress. I'm just really irritated and the pain is wearing on me. I haven't intended to stop DIS-ing, it just happened.

I hope to be around more and catch up and remember the responses lost in my cobwebbed head.

I have been running and xtraining pretty faithfully... ahem... Kristi.... try to keep up with me, 'K?


I just want to clarify something: I don't (usually) have pain when I run so it's really not a grandiose feat that I still run with this spinal condition. Some drs are puzzled, some totally get it. Personally, I think something psychological is going on; I can run but I can't clean or cook or do laundry or vaccuum or shop........... hmmmmm, seems awfully selective to me I would like to "selectively" shop, though-- just no groceries!!!!

Sunny

 

[plutosmyfav]

Tiger Lily is going to check on who else we might approach with this request. Would you guys like to have a day after each race where we can socialize and do the parks without waiting for the rides and shows. I'm gonna make it happen. It may take a while but it's gonna happen. I hope I haven't upset anyone speaking for the team, but everyone, on the team I approached with it, was in favor of it.

Dave

I love the idea

Even if we don't get the fast pass, just coordinating meets amongst ourselves would be awsome!

Sunny, who is leaving work RIGHT NOW!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Good Morning Team!
Lily - Way to go w/your walk! I didn't know that Anne lived near you, that's great that the two of you can walk together.

Good Morning WISH team mates!
Monte/Monica, I only virtually walked with Lily yesterday. We're at opposite ends of the country geographically. Besides, my foot is encased in an orthopaedic boot for the next two weeks. No real walking for me! You, however, are doing great with your training!! Anne

Oops, I'm always messing up in my stories aren't I? Thanks Anne. Yeah, it was fun though. Still trying to find a way to virtually transfer calorie benefit too.

 

[TnTsParty]

MSWDave - If you did the event tonight I hope it went ok. If you didn't good luck on the 5 miles tomorrow.

I was able to get a 2.3 mile run outside this morning I was sweating so bad my ends of my hair in my ponytail were dripping wet from rubbing on my back. Tomorrow most likely will be a treadmill day and then Saturday AM I am hoping to get out earlier than I did today (I did get out there at 6:50 AM so it was early just not early enough - but then again I don't run in the dark so depending on sunrise I can't go too early.)

Good luck everyone who has events or LR/LW's planned for this weekend.

 

[angietuck2]

Hello Everyone

First

Dave My back is tolerable for now, thanks for asking.

No training to report and may I vent for just a moment:

Started the day by driving to work in a MONSOON, ( I have a phobia of driving in the rain and I have to drive on a HORRIBLE interstate) part of that drive involves driving over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge -- HUGE bridge that actually collapsed in the 80's (for anyone on here OLD !! enought to remember) . It collapsed because a barge hit it. Anyway, as I'm driving to work in the MONSOON listening to NPR news about the Minneapolis Bridge collapse I am FREAKING OUT just a little bit, and a little disturbed
1. for the victims involved my thoughts and prayers are with them and
2. as an engineer in the marine construction industry wanting to know "what the heck went wrong"

OK anyway... made it to work, very stressful day at work, driving home, hurrying to get my kids --FLAT TIRE NO I don't have AAA that would be PRACTICAL for a young woman who drives on the interstate every day and whose husband is never home, cause he's on duty -- like HE WAS TONIGHT!! So.. trying to change tire, lowered spare from under car, got out tools, attempting to loosen lug nuts, can't!!! By the way --ruined $80 Abercrombie sweater i got on sale for $11 -- and trying to use my feet to budge lug wrench is not helping -- IN MY HEELS!!! OK man finally stops and helps me, get tire changed, get kids, run to grocery store.... 8 pm now, come out of grocery store, need to put air in spare (so I can get to work in AM) 7 -11 AIR IS OF COURSE -- out of order,!!! driving home dashboard lights up like a christmas tree!! every warning light is on and spedometer does not work!!

Can't even go for run!! OK I am VERY sorry for length of post, just had to VENT!!

If you are still reading, Thanks for listening !!

angie

 

[nucpharm29]

Oh, Angie! PD and hugs to you! I hope you can find a station with some air, so you can get to work in the morning. And, yes, I find hte skyway bridge a little creepy--we have to take it to Palmetto from Tampa to visit DH's grandpa--but I didn't know about the previous collapse--now I'll be even more paranoid than I already am about it.

 

[angietuck2]

Oh, Angie! PD and hugs to you! I hope you can find a station with some air, so you can get to work in the morning. And, yes, I find hte skyway bridge a little creepy--we have to take it to Palmetto from Tampa to visit DH's grandpa--but I didn't know about the previous collapse--now I'll be even more paranoid than I already am about it.

Thanks for the The skyway collapse was a FREAK thing -- not that Minneapolis wasn't. But because of the collapse when you go over the new bridge the "skyway fishing pier" that you see is the longest fishing pier in the US, it was part of the old bridge that they kept. I am frustrated too because I was happy with the mileage that I accomplished last week and that is not happening this week !! Oh well, going out with DH and people from work tomorrow night!! So I will try to enjoy that!! Going to gym Saturday morning for core, pump and treadmill.

I hope everyone else is doing well!!

angie