Iswife, hang in there with the C25k.   If any one segment or day  or week is difficult, try to break it down into easier but always, progressive segments.  That is what I did, and after I got  finished with week 5, day 3, the rest went by as just routine.  What could you substitute for the candy?

Frances, congrats on your second 5 miler!    Let us know how that Galloway plan works out.  I'm not familiar with it.

 

Linda, have you seen that doctor yet?   I didn't know the bilirubin thing was long term... thought it was just when you were sick because of  your gall bladder.   Your cold is gone?   Your running is going so well!  I'm so glad.   don't need to tell you to be careful or anything, do I?

 

Laurie, you too.   I'm glad you followed that program... think it's a good one?  wtg being disciplined, it's hard to wait when you start feeling like you can do more.  oh, I finally posted a report.  won't repeat it here..  but it shouldn't be hard to find.  thanks for asking.

 

Kevin,  (sorry I called you Jevin).   You are being awfully quiet.   Are you ok?

 

Where is Teresa? 

 

Eliz, glad you're feeling better.    ahem.  re your plan.   you can't blame me,  you already were going to do one this fall before your setbacks...    I hope you didn't lose your registration fee!   What is your new plan like?  Very exciting that you're starting this!   :-D.  Good luck.   We can exchange tips & tricks. 

 

Roberta, persistence is everything.  or close to it. 

 

Mike... work?  running?   hiking?  any races planned?   any photos you can share?  oh...  stayed at my brother's house last weekend.   You should see some of his camera equipment.   Wish I knew what it was called, could ask what you think.  

Debbie - heard from the doc, yes he's going to take me as a patient (since he saw me in the hospital) but not til March.  Really no big deal since I've had this so long - they say it may be nothing..  uhhh last couple days have been wobbly on the ankle & I didn't run because of it.  Bought a  new brace & did a little 2/2 runwalk last night.  Feels okay this morning, so guess a little being careful is what I needed.  Will have to go find your report too..

 

Laurie - no beating yourself up! it happens to all of us.. live and learn...

Deb—I’m basically fine, just in a snit because you called me Jevin.  You been doing any running lately? 

 

My runs lately have been short and unsatisfying.  That has a lot to do with the lack of talking.  My shin splints on the right side have come back somewhat and I’ve been a bit lax about starting up with the necessary work to get them gone.  I’ve also studiously ignored the knee exercises that I should be doing.  I’m having a suspicion that my older shoes might be getting near the end of their life.  Tuesday’s run on the newer ones didn’t seem to have the same effect.  I also did run the 1^st two miles at close to 9 minute pace (fast for lately) and wondered if the longer stride makes me land more midfoot and take a little pounding off the shins?

 

It’s been a depressing couple of weeks car-wise.  The Subaru that I handed down to DW when we got the new car overheated while she was on the way to Maine last Thursday.  Got it towed into a garage in town and have gotten the fun and exciting news that the radiator was plugged which led to the engine overheating and cracking the head gaskets.  It’s now in the process of getting the engine rebuilt.  Just like we had a few grand lying around waiting for something exciting to spend it on.  We decided to go that route instead of a new used one because of the recent money we’ve put in it and a version of the devil you know, etc.

 

Just finishing up at work, so I’ll get this in and hope for more later this weekend. 

 

laurie-only little ones.

Kevin - {{{{{hugs}}}}}}   I promise not to call you the other name

 

I did 3 miles outside today - 1.5  miles straight woohoo!!! even made it up the hills that I couldn't do last week (on the mostly downhill)   and then run/walk up the hill back to my house.. 

Good afternoon,

 

Laurie,  Was Race Bannon there to roll a big rock onto one of them?

 

Linda, Great news.  That is so encouraging.

 

Roberta,  I think its important to keep the running fun and remember you are not in any kind of race to improve.  As long as you are staying active, you are winning.

 

Debbie, I really enjoyed your race report.  I'm glad you were able to spend a little time with some of your family members.  Congratulations again.

 

Kevin, Sorry about the car thing.  I have been having a little of that myself lately.  I wouldn't be suprized if your shoes might be the culprit with your shins.  How many miles do they have on them?

 

4.6 miles today on the trail back to the waterfalls.  Its beautiful.  the leaves are just starting to turn here.  When I lived in Toledo, everyone there would drive to northern Michigan to see the fall colors.  I am excited that I don't have to go anywhere to see them.  My run this afternoon was more of a fast hike, but it kept my heart rate up just the same.

 

Cheers Everyone

 

Mike

Linda, woohoo x 2!

 

" Was Race Bannon there to roll a big rock onto one of them?"

 

Man, I dont need no Race Bannon to fight my komodo dragon battles! I saved the dog and hikers by myself. OohhRahhh! Oops. I just remembered that I wasnt in the Marines.

 

Frances, you go girl!

 

L's, remember we have to eat for our mental health too. Treat yourself to chocolate every now and then. I will mail you some of Ali and my home made chocolate, chocolate chip cupcakes.

 

Rest day for me. Good day too. And this time I really am resting.

 

Laurie

Newbie runners where are you?

 

I feel like i am chatting with myself.

 

Kevin, you still in asnit? Hows the cars?

 

Linda, Are you still running outside? Hows the leg?

 

Mike, fast hikes are just as good.

 

Long night hike last night. Not too fast. Leg is still a bit out of whack. I think I need to get in the pool, hot tub or ocean soon.

 

Wearing green for Celts opening day today! I think this is their season. Preseason looked good.

 

Laurie