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You all honor me by wanting to follow along on yet another one of my adventures!
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Originally Posted by rhinohunter
Interesting concept. Have fun training for the run and the eventual crawl. Hope you are able to set up a good crew.
Not sure if training is going to be fun...but sure looking forward to the crawl! Yep, our cast of characters keeps expanding, but the more the merrier!
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Originally Posted by Cam22
Great start and intros to your cast!
Thanks...glad you are here Cam!
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Originally Posted by lfredsbo
Great start and how exciting that you will be running with your daughter!
I am sure she will be far, far ahead of me. She is hoping a friend is going along with her...
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Great start and cast of characters!
Thanks...glad you are here! I can't wait to here about your adventures!
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Originally Posted by xwewhisper
Great start! I love your "cupcake runner" description as I fit into that category as well! (Plus I mean, the more we run, the more cupcakes we can eat, right? RIGHT?! ) I'm not sure what part of Texas you are in but I have a ton of resources for finding 5ks (and really all the other distances, but those are what I do) in Dallas and a lot of them sprawl out into other areas if you need any help finding ones (and if you want to do any in Dallas, let me know!)
Can't wait to hear how your training and planning goes!
Cupcake running is the best! I am in the Panhandle so I have to drive if I want to find a race to get lost in the crowd with. I have been looking at Dallas as about the time I am done with my 5K training I am going to be in Dallas to take Ab to tour TCU or Austin when she visits UT. Are you in Dallas?!
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I love your start!! Yep, fellow cupcake runner here. I agree, local races are harder to do because of the fewer amount of people. I didn't know you were doing the Las Vegas RnR Half too - wow!! That's awesome. Venturing outside the runDisney bubble... Your daughter is amazing, wow. I'm sure you guys will have a fantastic time planning this trip!
Glad to have another cupcake runner...especially one from my home state! Las Vegas Half is on my list...now if my budget will allow. I promised Debra I would go along and it sounds like a great way to get away with my Dh for a long weekend without kids!
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Your daughter should make the training and the race much more fun. From that list of accomplishments, she should push the training. I do like your attitude about the race. The goal is to finish and get on with the cupcakes.
I don't think she is going to have any problems with training...she leaves cross country season and instantly starts swim season...and when swim season ends then it will be time for PHM! Now that I have the drama of ToT and my first race behind me...I know I can do this, as long as my body lets me! I am not wanting another sidelining injury...way too much stress!
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I'm looking forward to following along! I'm really intrigued by the races and how everyone trains for them. I'm pretty sure I'd be a cupcake runner too - although I can see getting into the costumes too.
DH went to UT! Hook em Horns!
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Good training so far!
For the shins, have you tried things to alleviate the pain? Personally, I don't have any shin issues. But I know others who swear by compression socks - either worn while working out and/or after working out. Or rolling your shins (stick or foam rolling) after a workout? That helps get out the bad juju stuck in your muscles that often causes the pain. I used a foam roller to help get over my pulled hamstring issue. It worked wonders!
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I'm looking forward to following along! I'm really intrigued by the races and how everyone trains for them. I'm pretty sure I'd be a cupcake runner too - although I can see getting into the costumes too.
DH went to UT! Hook em Horns!
So glad to have you along. I am still figuring out this whole running thing and races...for such a simple act to do with your body there is way to much to learn and think about. I love the costumes too...already thinking about mine for PHM!
LOL...Hook em...Ab has big dreams...UT is at the bottom of her list of 3. Ugh, and the other 2 are private schools!
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Looking forward to following your next running adventure.
Glad to know that someone wants to read my ramblings and whinning!
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Great first week of training! Such a good call to take advantage of that weather
And yep, I'm in the Big D - just north of the city! Let me know if you're ever in the area!
YAY...at least you are well sort of close, although Denver is closer. I was scanning the upcoming races in the Big D area...I see a 10K on my birthday that I might just want to do!
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Sounds like your training is off to an excellent start!
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Great job with the training!
It is surprising how motivated and dedicated you get when you know a Disney trip is the end result...how is that for dangling a carrot in front of the horse.
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Good training so far!
For the shins, have you tried things to alleviate the pain? Personally, I don't have any shin issues. But I know others who swear by compression socks - either worn while working out and/or after working out. Or rolling your shins (stick or foam rolling) after a workout? That helps get out the bad juju stuck in your muscles that often causes the pain. I used a foam roller to help get over my pulled hamstring issue. It worked wonders!
My shins and I have a love hate relationship. I have tried anything and everything for them. First compressions sleeves and biofreeze, plus massages with ice and foam rollers (which I need to get off the computer and do), golf balls massages to my feet...new shoes...exercises...sports medicine doctor and even the physical therapist....UGH. I don't wear heels anymore to work (most of the time in my non running, running shoes and compression sleeves and socks...frightening I know). I need to start faithfully stretching more and taking it easy, which is so hard for me to pull back on the training. Also, I am working on losing some of this extra weight...thanks to too many cupcakes! LOL.
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Tammie's Training Update
Galloway 5K Week 2
Total Distance: 17.38 miles
The weather is playing havoc on my running as it goes from 40 degrees to 70 the next day along with the wind picking up. Oh the joys of spring nearing where I live. Tuesday I was wearing my Bondi band as ear warmers and in my running pants with a jacket, while Thursday I was back in sunglasses and a sparkle skirt and short sleeved top! The weatherman each morning is getting more attention from me as I try to map out the weeks runs from his 10day forecast…which never seems to be right!
Sunday (Feb 23-OFF)
Monday (Feb 24-OFF)I had not intended to take 2 days in a row off from working out, but life just seemed to get in the way along with the weather. Tuesday (Feb 25-Interval Workout 5k wk 2/day 1): 2.06 miles/13:44 mm I almost skipped my work out again today, but I knew I could not continue skipping thanks to the weather and the wind. So I bundled up just as soon as I got dinner ready for the family and headed out. The temperature was less than 40 degrees but the wind was somewhat calm (or at least calm for where I live). Overall, it was a nice run and I felt great for getting out there. I love the time I get alone when I am working out!
Wednesday (Feb 26-Elliptical Workout): 30 minutes/7.5 miles
I really did not intend to get on the elliptical but schedules get in the way and I just could not make it outside for a nice walk. I have been trying to stay off the elliptical because I think it is aggravating my shins. I hate it sitting there, but really think I need to get rid of it and invest in a treadmill.
Thursday (Feb 27-Interval Workout 5K wk2/day2): 2.6 miles/14:07 mm What a difference a couple days makes in the weather it was near 70 when I headed out for my workout. The shins gave me a little bit of an issue, but what troubled me the most was I had a deep bruise like ache in the area where my stress fracture was…am I pushing myself too much, not stretching enough, elliptical, shoes? Ugh, looks like I need to wear my heavy compression sleeve tomorrow and give my leg some support. Despite the nagging concern for my leg, I had one of my best times EVER! My 2nd mile split was under 13 minutes. WOW! I ended up after I finished 2 miles walking another ½ mile as a cool down, the weather was just so pretty and I did not feel like stopping.
Friday (Feb 28-Walk): 2.12 mi/15:26 mm
I needed a break from my office and the weather was just right so I decided to get out and walk during lunch. I must say that I really wish that I lived in this neighborhood because walking here is so enjoyable. The neighborhood is very quiet and feels really safe, and the great thing is that I don’t have to worry about someone letting their dogs run wild. I have a fear of dogs not on leashes and have had way too many encounters with them. I don’t run in my neighborhood for that fact, and even at the park that I run at that boarders a neighborhood not far from where I live I have to worry about dogs and safety.
Saturday (March 1-Interval Workout 5K wk 2/day3): 3.1 miles/13:44 mmBrrr was it cold at 8 am, 28 degrees to be exact. DS#2 decided to be up at the crack of dawn while the rest of the house slept in and of course I am up with him so I decided to get my run done since the weekend was going to be busy as well as bitterly cold by this evening. My workout only called for 1.75 miles today, but I decided to go farther since I was feeling strong. I am really surprised at my overall pace because the last ½ mile I walked and still managed to get my pace under 14 minutes! Again my 2nd mile split was under 13 minutes (12:34). During the last bit of the workout I found this little guy. Don’t you think he matches my run outfit! He brought a smile to my chattering lips!
I think I mentioned that Ab earned her Girl Scout Gold Award recently (the equivalent to a Boy Scout Eagle). Well Saturday she was honored by her troop (which is connected to a Boy Scout, Venture Scout and Girl Scout dance group) with a special blanketing ceremony during the Winter Season Finale Show...
Here is my beautiful Ab in her Winter Dance Regalia along with her Kwa blanket and feathers.
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) I'm not sure what part of Texas you are in but I have a ton of resources for finding 5ks (and really all the other distances, but those are what I do) in Dallas and a lot of them sprawl out into other areas if you need any help finding ones (and if you want to do any in Dallas, let me know!) 
I agree, local races are harder to do because of the fewer amount of people. I didn't know you were doing the Las Vegas RnR Half too - wow!! That's awesome. Venturing outside the runDisney bubble... 
Your daughter is amazing, wow. I'm sure you guys will have a fantastic time planning this trip!
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