Linda's goal = Lose wt + 1/2 marathon 09(encouragement welcome)

[momof2minnies]

Hi Gang!
Thanks for all the encouragement today!

Not much happening today,I had to work so that always puts a damper on things- I did run the halls all day long if that counts

Did a 1/2 mile around the soccer field at practice tonight,that's it.

Keep up the great work everyone,
Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

This morning I set out to do my normal route but realized 1.5 miles in I was 2 mins. slower than usual.So I thought OK,I am slower already I will slow it down and see how far I can go.My usual 4.0 miles I did in 44 mins.-Ok I thought an 11 min mile is not so bad. I kept running and ended up doing 5.7 miles in 63:21,an 11:08 mile. I was not out of breath or ready to stop until the last 1/4 mile.I did stretch before and after but I feel it right now.

My dtr.does not believe I ran the whole way-I put her up to a challenge tomorrow morning but she will not get up!!!!!! Teenagers don't really know what their parents are made of!!!!!!!!!!!

The weather is unbelievable here and will be all week, I hope everyone is reaching their goals this weekend.

Linda

 

[MIdanceMom]

Wow Linda,

You really are amazing. Congratulations on those times. Good luck with DD. Mine rarely believes me.

Take care,
Beth

 

[postesf]

Geezzzzzzz Linda! You are kicking some serious butt!!!! You go girl! That is amazaing! Keep up the good work!

Stacie

 

[momof2minnies]

Not so good today- my 4 mile route I did in 40:39-it was a tough first mile. I did stretch but felt like my left leg was dead weight and so tight.

I am PMSing on top of it and not in a great mood- thought the run would help-NOPE!

Hope everyone else is having a more productive day than me!


Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

Yesterday I started a new job which will be every T/Th-7a-5p. It invloves a whole new area for me and when I got home last night my head was spinning.

This morning I thought I was going to do something I just did not know what.

I decided to see if I could do 6 miles. I needed to clear my head after yesterday.I knew I had to slow it down or there would be no way. My first 4 miles I did in42:25, I finished 6 miles in 67:01, 11:16 per mile. I was happy just to finish.It was pouring out and it felt great.

After the run I came in and jumped on the elliptical for 30 mins.,1.92 miles and 267 calories.

My head is now clear!

I have to do more stretching I keep getting wicked tight and my left periformis muscle is killing me.

I hope everyone is staying motivated.What an upset on the Biggest Loser last night.

Linda

 

[AmyBeth68]

Woah girl! Kickin' butt and taking names! You're doing so great. Congrats on the 6 miler...that's a big accomplishment.

How are your hips and legs feeling? Make sure to take those rest days and do lots of stretching! And hydrate!!! I know..you're probably on top of all that!

Proud of you!!!

 

[MIdanceMom]

Whoa Linda,

6miles and 30 minutes on the elliptical !?! You are a machine. Keep up the great work.

Take care,
Beth

 

[momof2minnies]

This new job is great but I am pooped.I am also still working at my old job so not walking as much as I was.

Today I did the elliptical for 45mins,2.88 miles and 400 cals.Then in the rain again I did 3.2 miles in 34:47,OK again not great.

Hope everyone is doing well,
Linda

 

[momof2minnies]

At least I am down 16 lbs.! Yay!
Off to work,
Linda

 

[Caitsmama]

Linda linda linda.... you continue to amaze me!!! Keep it up!

 

[momof2minnies]

What a great day out there today-ah fall! Today I ran my 6 mile route in 63:51,my first 2 miles were tough then after that I hauled. No pain or soreness after,I did sretch a huge amount and took Ibuprofen before I left.

After my run I got on my bike for 24 mins. almost all out,had gear diff. at one point.

Ate lunch then out for a 4 mile walk with my friend whom I have not walked with since the new job.

Now time to relax and wait for the kids so we can be in the car at 3:30 to go across the world for soccer.

Hope everyone else is doing great!
Linda

 

[postesf]

Linda, you are amazing! I don't know how you do it!!!

Stacie

 

[AmyBeth68]

Linda...wow you continue to do AWESOME!!!! Great job once again!

I worry a bit about you pushing yourself a bit....you do take one day off a week right? LOL! But really....super efforts again last week and this weekend!

 

[MIdanceMom]

Hi Linda,

You are the energizer bunny for Halloween, right?

Congrats on the 16 pounds and the major milage that you keep posting. I am glad the new job is good.

Take care,
Beth

 

[momof2minnies]

Today I only had time for 2.5 miles, I ran it in 25:37 a 10:14 mile. I was trying to run 3.1 miles to see what my time would be for a 5K but screwed up and went less than I thought. I have to drive and find a specific 3.1 mile loop in the neighborhood.

I would like to do a 5K but I am really CHICKEN!

Linda

 

[AmyBeth68]

Linda....You would do AWESOME in a 5K. You have to find one and give it a try. I just know you'd do wonderful!!!!!

 

[MIdanceMom]

Linda,

I think Amy is right. Find a 5k, bonus is that most support charity. I think you could definately catch the race bug.

Take care,
Beth

 

[postesf]

You could soooo do a 5k!!! You are doing great!!!

Stacie

 

[momof2minnies]

Not doing so good these days- my SI joint is KILLING me! Ibuprofen works but I don't want to live on it. I did 2.5 miles yesterday and it was like I was wearing cement shoes. It was very difficult.I don't know if it is the joint or not that is making it hard.It does not hurt while I run.It is my TOM(2 weeks late) maybe that's it. I am very frusrated,going from doing 6 miles to choking on 2.5.What gives????????

How is everyone else doing?

Linda