Wk of Mar 30 - WISH Walking/Running Club

[Big Vic]

OriginalBill - You doll. Thanks for looking for me. That means a lot. I've been home for a week and a half now, first with the flu and now with bronchitis. I've never had the flu before and I don't need to ever again. OMG it was awful! I haven't really eaten in a week and I've dropped eight pounds in six days. Under any other circumstances I might be happy about that. But now I have no strength. I can't even think about training right now.

Anyway, thats where I am. Coughing. Watching I Love Lucy. And really missing training. A lot.

Get better soon.

Who are you again?

 

[Big Vic]

Vic - I hear you about the pollen. By the way, Timmy has a little people race car and we realized that he makes zooming noises with it. So he is more than ready to graduate to some bigger cars that I see you have that are just collecting dust. Debra can come and assist/supervise him to make sure the correct cars are picked.

No vroom vroom with my toy cars!

 

[nepatsfan73]

Get better soon.

Who are you again?

I think she's one of those big wig DVC members who likes to "go home" to WDW, IIRC.

 

[Kristi1357]

Man, a week & a half off work & losing 8 lbs.?
I'M IN!!!

And since I have no training to report, I will post some eye candy for the ladies from Friday night:

 

[wfloyd]

OriginalBill - You doll. Thanks for looking for me. That means a lot. I've been home for a week and a half now, first with the flu and now with bronchitis. I've never had the flu before and I don't need to ever again. OMG it was awful! I haven't really eaten in a week and I've dropped eight pounds in six days. Under any other circumstances I might be happy about that. But now I have no strength. I can't even think about training right now.

Anyway, thats where I am. Coughing. Watching I Love Lucy. And really missing training. A lot.

See what happens when you miss a long run after 2.5 years. Your body rebels. If you can market it right, you will be a millionare overnight with people wanting those results. Hope you feel better soon and definately by Minnie.

No vroom vroom with my toy cars!

You don't have to be jealous, you can play with them too. Timmy doesn't throw them too far right now or at least he hasn't done it yet. Of course Billy would have to participate as well since anything the younger brother does is obviously more fun and has to partake in as well.

Bill

 

[Kristi1357]

Bill - still waiting on the Blues Clues cake pictures...

 

[lilouisianagal]

Aurora: on your first race! That's sooo neat to meet up with a fellow WISHer. I always wear my WISH shirt during races, which mom loves because she doesn't have trouble spotting me!

Sandy: on finishing!!! and bonus points for having 70 people that were behind you to appreciate your shirt!

Debra: Yay for the good run and good food!

Shan:

Terri: Since when is 10 miles ever short???

Jeff: I love the time zone adjustments! on the airline. for the throat.

Amy: Teaching 3 classes counts as "rest"? Yikies!

Maura: Better safe than sorry! Smart move

Carrie: It is good to be back thanks! You have my admiration for sticking it through on the TM.

Stacie: Good workout! At least you know you worked for your soreness.

Scott: Rest days I should take those more often! And "just a little bit excited"???? With a month to go I would be going !!!

Judy: Lots of and a when you can enjoy it. for getting better soon.

Kristi: Even with a 8lb loss the flu so aint worth it! Ek.



I got in some speed play today before we had some showers. First time since the race and it felt pretty good!

 

[Starkiss]

Hi Guys! Anne asked me to post a little about myself here so I could intro. myself to the group a bit....

I am new to the running thing....still look like Phoebe from friends when I run, but things could be worse....I'm doing Day 1 of week 3 of the Couch to 5K program tonight. Before, I didn't run from the front door to the mailbox. My joke when people would ask me if I ran was..."I only run if I'm being chased, and even then it would depend of if I wanted caught!"

I decided that the C25K thing looked do-able. AND, I'll turn 30 this November...I really wanted something positive to look forward to and accomplish instead of wallowing in getting older. So, I signed up for the expedition everest challenge in Sept. Besides, who DOESN'T want another reason for another trip to the World. At first, I said I would be happy just to finish the race....now, I feel like I can do more than just finish. I never in a million years would ever have thought I'd hear myself say that....ABOUT RUNNING!

I'm a single mom to an adorable, king and extremely ACTIVE almost 4 year old son . I work as a home care RN in Pittsburgh, PA....and trying to get into a Labor and Delivery position. Heck, if my prince charming hasn't come yet, why shouldn't I get to hold some babies....much better than going house to house in the ghetto.

Any tips, tricks, ideas, pointers, etc. that anyone has to offer would be soooo appreciated. Like I said above...this is ALL new to me.

 

[Big Vic]

Starkiss -

One important thing to remember around here. Be wary of the Panda.

 

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

The Spirit of the Marathon is finally making its way to Canada! I've got my ticket already for the one night only showing on April 9th. Can't wait!

 

[deekaypee]

Terri: We can't do May 4th, unfortunately, end of the semester and all being a hair-pulling time around here. That sounds like a great event, though, because I do so like to gladhand. If you hear of anything else that sounds cool, and think to post it, especially if it's cool enough for you to run it....I'd appreciate it.

Aloha Jeff: See, I just knew that Lost actors were as cool as Losties. They know how to participate in the cultural phenomenon--appreciate the fans & the locals. I'm sorry your sore throat isn't going away. Hopefully a doctor's visit, if you decide to go to one, will provide some nice, legal drugs. Oh, and help your throat. So you'll be up for the race. Meanwhile, I'm sure you find taking in some of the beautiful scenery of yours very restful. (I think I need to take some local pics for you, show you Pgh's beauty. I'm sure it compares.)

Amy: Pseudo-rest days. It's funny because it's true. And even if you and Craig can't hang all the way during the race, I think it's great that you'll be hanging out at the Minnie. (I still think it's possible on the course, just saying that I'm envious.)

Maura: Ouch! You were right to bag the run--nothing good about pain like that. Thank you for volunteering at the Martian!

Carrie: I worked on my posture & Chi techniques while walking today. And I swear I thought of you and picked up my feet and started doing the arms. I have a hard time with Chi on the TM, which is pretty common I think.

Stacie: I meant to ask on the other thread, how are the shins? Are you doing any exercises?

Scott: Oooh, I want to be a SandWISHer! Pick me, pick me! That is too funny. That's a great idea with TM & mapmyrun.com. I think you should pitch that idea to someone. I could see something like that for stationary bikes, too. There's money to be made, and I'm too dumb to figure out how... About the Mr. Minnie-verse thing... Amy will need to bring a camera, and you need to work on posing. We'll give you an award in January, so you have plenty of time to develop a speech.

Judy: I'm sorry you're sick. Does it hurt to laugh while watching Lucy? I hope you recover soon.

Bill/Vic: I was waiting to hear Vic's answer before I jumped in. I think it's entirely necessary that Timmy have the appropriate mentors as he grows. He'll need to know how to make the full range of zoom, vroom, brrzzooom, screeeeech, and cccrrrraaaassshhhh noises. I volunteer, having some experience with the screeching and the crashing. And Vic, I think it's only fair that you contribute to Timmy's education by offering up some of those cars of yours so he get receive the best possible experience; after all, you only collect the best, right?

Kristi: Eye candy. Mmmm...low calories & so satisfying!

Claire: Great work with the speed play. And good news with the showers.

Starkiss: for signing up for EE and for being excited about running. I loved the C25K program, and it sounds like you do too. I'm also from Pgh, moved there last fall. We'll have to share hill-training strategies (i.e. you'll need to give them to me because they tucker me out). My tip: get fitted for your running shoes at a specialty running store. Well worth it.

Leana: for getting to see Spirit. I still haven't seen it, but everyone here seems to enjoy it so I know you will too!

As for me: Not much, just some strength training & walking on this overcast windy day. I'm preparing for this weekend's WDW trip, so my time on WISH will get spottier over the next few days. I'll think about you all when I'm there, but I hope you understand that I won't be posting while I'm gone. I have ToT to ride.

I do have to tell you that most of the trip is a surprise, because DOOD wants it that way, but he did tell me that we have an Ohana character breakfast planned. Because he knows I'm a member of Team Ohana and he knew I'd want a picture. See? He's with us in spirit, even if he's not yet ready to share his real name or picture. (I'm working on it!)

 

[Cruella de mom]

Hi everyone!

I am still sick. But now I am having to nurse DD11 and that doesn't allow me much rest. I think she has the same thing I have except that she gets to lay on the couch all day.

If my throat doesn't stop hurting by tomorrow, I am calling my Dr.

Panda - are you messing with everyone today?

Starkiss- Welcome!

Shan -You did awesome at ING! I knew they would fix the times eventually. I just wish it had been warm enough to stick around and meet afterwards.

Take care all,

Cecilia

 

[wtpclc]

Welcome Starkiss!! FYI - There is a thread around (hopefully a sticky) with many of our bios in it if you want to figuer us out more. Maybe you don't though.

Debra - Had to read your post several times. you didn't swear when you thought of me, right? Got to ask teh Chi man himself about my back pains. After his reply that working on my posture at lal time will help, I told him I had a Posture Patrol friend. He'll likely change his e-mail now. I'm likin' DOOD! SOunds like he get it, even if he doesn't post. My dh is a HUGE WISHer, loves what WISH has done for us, loves meeting WISHers (even thought he's not usually social) and would do anythign fo another WISHer. he'll never post, though.

Cecelia - I don't knwo how moms do it. I coudl barely take care of myself when I was sick.

Leana - Yay for SotM! Bring tissues.

Did my yoga tonight adn tried to focus extra on posture.

 

[wfloyd]

For those that are anxiously waiting, here are the pictures of the cake that Lynnda slaved all day Friday to complete. I thought it turned out quite nice. She is definately the creative one of the family. The house is actually a blue cake and the bottom is chocolate.

This was her first attempt at a 3D cake and she was quite happy I didn't destroy it on the car ride to the park.

Bill

 

[angietuck2]

GOOD EVENING TEAM!!

I just wanted to check in and say HI

No training again today. Work is CRAZY!!!!

So my run on Sunday was awesome, but I am paying for it Back did not like the mileage that I put on it last week!!! 23.1 miles for the week

So yesterday morning did the Body Pump at 6 am and I have rested since. BACK MUCH HAPPIER

Getting up tomorrow am - 4 to do speedwork on treadmill then PUMP will check in when I get to work.

 

[Aurora317]

For those that are anxiously waiting, here are the pictures of the cake that Lynnda slaved all day Friday to complete. I thought it turned out quite nice. She is definately the creative one of the family. The house is actually a blue cake and the bottom is chocolate.

Bill

So cute! It's a dead on match for Blue's house, very well done.

 

[Calcio]

Bill

Wow! To Lynnda, of course. What a fabulous cake for Timmy's #1. She needs to go into business for herself.

Thanks for asking, but yes, I'm ready for the semester to wind down. Today was session #18 of 26, if anyone is counting. Commencement is May 17 and I can hardly wait. The seniors feel the same way. I have plans for the summer and none of them require me to be in my office.

Angie

I just booked Coronado Springs for Minnie weekend. My plan is to just catch a cab over to the start in the AK parking lot, but if there is a group of runners and I can literally free-ride, I'll take that too.

Best to all

Craig

 

[windwalker]

Hi everyone!

I am still sick. But now I am having to nurse DD11 and that doesn't allow me much rest. I think she has the same thing I have except that she gets to lay on the couch all day.

If my throat doesn't stop hurting by tomorrow, I am calling my Dr.

Panda - are you messing with everyone today?

Starkiss- Welcome!

Cecilia

Cecilla, I'm so sorry you aren't feeling well. We need you healthy so you can be the wonderfull motivator you usually are. Here this is for you and your little one:

http://www.thisplaceisazoo.com/uploaded/WR79858_LG.jpg

Innocent Panda messing with people, surely not.

StarKiss, welcome, pretty princess. We have openings on the miles/hours teams if you wanna join up.

How is everyone doing?

Happy Panda

 

[dsnyfan21]

Just a drive-by...

DId my 3 miler today and was good, kept a 14:05 pace for the walk!! Yeah.

I will be away starting tomorrow, so I'll catch up on Sunday when I get back from visiting WDW!!!!

Have good trainings eveyone!!

 

[CarolA]

Good evening everyone!

Starkiss, Welcome

Bill, that cake is so CUTE!!! I am so "un creative" it's sad, so I am just amazed at people who do things like that.

Angie, I am in awe. I don't think I can do this training if I have to get up at 4 AM!

Hope everyone who ran ING has thawed out!!!!!

I did my treadmill tonight while watching the Lady Vols. Every time I wanted to quit I watched Candace Parker and thought "If she can play after dislocating here sholder TWICE in this game you can do four miles" (OF course she's younger and in a LOT better shape) but it worked. Four miles is a long way on a treadmill (at least for me!) LOL!

Sorry I haven't been around much, work is just plain crazy!