MFP RUNNER'S CLUB 8/14

ali106
ali106 Posts: 3,754 Member
edited September 19 in Fitness and Exercise
Morning Running Rascals!:wink:

I woke up rise and shine...although I went to bed waaaaay too late..like 1 am....I exercised last night around 9:30pm after my boy FINALLY fell asleep, he had the sillies last night:bigsmile: lol...anyway....I think that late night exercise kept me up:grumble: ...so I"m heading out in like 5 mins or so to get my run on ....EARLY!!

Its nice and cool now...wish me luck...going for 5!....woot! can she do it??????? here's hoping!:drinker:

hugs and hope your day is rockin!!!
Ali :flowerforyou:
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  • ali106
    ali106 Posts: 3,754 Member
    Morning Running Rascals!:wink:

    I woke up rise and shine...although I went to bed waaaaay too late..like 1 am....I exercised last night around 9:30pm after my boy FINALLY fell asleep, he had the sillies last night:bigsmile: lol...anyway....I think that late night exercise kept me up:grumble: ...so I"m heading out in like 5 mins or so to get my run on ....EARLY!!

    Its nice and cool now...wish me luck...going for 5!....woot! can she do it??????? here's hoping!:drinker:

    hugs and hope your day is rockin!!!
    Ali :flowerforyou:
  • jessmomof3
    jessmomof3 Posts: 4,590 Member
    Hi runners! Thought I would join in here. I'm a runner/ triathlete. I did a 3 miles trail run last night and ran 5 miles this morning. Have a good one!

    Jess

    Ali ~ Hope you had a good 5 mile run!
  • SherryRH
    SherryRH Posts: 810 Member
    No running for me today unless running around counts. :tongue:

    I did a 5k last night on a very hilly course. I didn't run to improve my time because I ran with a fellow bootcamper that needed help and encouragement along the way. We finished the course in 38 minutes and that was a great time. We did a 5k in early June (our first) and it was a relatively flat course. He told me he finished that in 38 minutes so he had a good time on this race. The girl I normally run with on races finished in 32 minutes so I would have been near that time as well. It felt good to encourage someone on and help them reach a goal so I feel pretty good about that and my time didn't matter.

    All you other runners out there, have a great run today. :drinker: :flowerforyou:
  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    Good morning:flowerforyou:

    No run for me today.

    Enjoy the day
    -Kechie.
  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    Morning Running Rascals!:wink:

    I woke up rise and shine...although I went to bed waaaaay too late..like 1 am....I exercised last night around 9:30pm after my boy FINALLY fell asleep, he had the sillies last night:bigsmile: lol...anyway....I think that late night exercise kept me up:grumble: ...so I"m heading out in like 5 mins or so to get my run on ....EARLY!!

    Its nice and cool now...wish me luck...going for 5!....woot! can she do it??????? here's hoping!:drinker:

    hugs and hope your day is rockin!!!
    Ali :flowerforyou:

    Thanks for starting the post today Ali! I hope you had a great run.

    :heart: -Kechie.
  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    Hi runners! Thought I would join in here. I'm a runner/ triathlete. I did a 3 miles trail run last night and ran 5 miles this morning. Have a good one!

    Jess

    Ali ~ Hope you had a good 5 mile run!

    Welcome Jess! We are a fun supportive group who checks in daily to report, runs, rests, and anything else we want to chat about.

    I am looking forward to hearing from you
    -Kechie.
  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    No running for me today unless running around counts. :tongue:

    I did a 5k last night on a very hilly course. I didn't run to improve my time because I ran with a fellow bootcamper that needed help and encouragement along the way. We finished the course in 38 minutes and that was a great time. We did a 5k in early June (our first) and it was a relatively flat course. He told me he finished that in 38 minutes so he had a good time on this race. The girl I normally run with on races finished in 32 minutes so I would have been near that time as well. It felt good to encourage someone on and help them reach a goal so I feel pretty good about that and my time didn't matter.

    All you other runners out there, have a great run today. :drinker: :flowerforyou:

    Way to go Sherry!:smooched: I agree it does feel good to encourage someone else during a race. That encouragement makes a difference. I have been on both sides. I've had someone encourage me and I have also encouraged someone else. I am excited about encouraging a fellow female runner during her first 10 miler in a couple of months. It'll be wonderful to be a part of her setting and achieving this goal.
    :heart: -Kechie.
  • jessmomof3
    jessmomof3 Posts: 4,590 Member
    Welcome Jess! We are a fun supportive group who checks in daily to report, runs, rests, and anything else we want to chat about.

    I am looking forward to hearing from you
    -Kechie.

    Thanks, Kechie! I love talking running, fitness, food, you name it! LOL Thanks for the welcome!

    Jess
  • PrincessLaundry
    PrincessLaundry Posts: 2,758 Member
    Good morning and congrats on those who are off and running today already! YEY YOU! :drinker:

    YEY Ali for running too!!!! Good luck and check back! YEY!

    Have a good day off Kechie! Hooray! It is so nice to have you smiling here each day!

    Jess..I love your fun smiling photo! YEY YOU!

    I ran last night...OUCH! I have a few parts that hurt since I pushed so hard. I think I will go swimming later today and then do a light run tonight. Where did those muscles come from anyway??? :ohwell:
  • SherryRH
    SherryRH Posts: 810 Member
    Way to go Sherry!:smooched: I agree it does feel good to encourage someone else during a race. That encouragement makes a difference. I have been on both sides. I've had someone encourage me and I have also encouraged someone else. I am excited about encouraging a fellow female runner during her first 10 miler in a couple of months. It'll be wonderful to be a part of her setting and achieving this goal.
    :heart: -Kechie.

    Thanks Kechie. Your fellow runner is lucky to have you on a ten miler. I am not ready for that yet but I know when I am, I will need the encouragement to keep me moving.

    It is funny though that we saw several runners going by themselves that we either passed or caught up to us and we would say words of encouragement to them. I don't think they knew how to take it. I think it makes a big difference.
  • MargieM
    MargieM Posts: 2,248 Member
    No running for me today, but I ran/walked my 2.2 mile loop last night. Still having a little pain in my leg, but it seems better today. I'm hoping a couple of rest days will get it back to normal. Knee brace seems to help. Still dealing with a sinus infection, so my breathing isn't as good, so I've had to walk a bit more. But I'm still out there moving.... 5K is in 6 weeks. Hope I'm ready by then...

    Hope everyone else has a great day!
  • kechiemc
    kechiemc Posts: 1,355 Member
    Way to go Sherry!:smooched: I agree it does feel good to encourage someone else during a race. That encouragement makes a difference. I have been on both sides. I've had someone encourage me and I have also encouraged someone else. I am excited about encouraging a fellow female runner during her first 10 miler in a couple of months. It'll be wonderful to be a part of her setting and achieving this goal.
    :heart: -Kechie.

    Thanks Kechie. Your fellow runner is lucky to have you on a ten miler. I am not ready for that yet but I know when I am, I will need the encouragement to keep me moving.

    It is funny though that we saw several runners going by themselves that we either passed or caught up to us and we would say words of encouragement to them. I don't think they knew how to take it. I think it makes a big difference.

    You are right Sherry. I was reading about this in Runner's World magazine the other day. Research shows that it does work and that is why coaches yell at players from the sidelines. The external feedback changes your mental outlook which is huge when you are working your body hard. Basically, if you are running along feeling tired and someone yells "nice job", "you're almost there", etc., the article said your outlook improves. You start to think "I am almost there", "My form is looking good" instead of "I am dying!".:laugh:
  • SherryRH
    SherryRH Posts: 810 Member
    You start to think "I am dying!".:laugh:

    I have never felt like that when I am running. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
  • Mireille
    Mireille Posts: 5,134 Member
    Good morning!!

    Wow, look at how many post we have already!!

    I ran 4 miles this morning. Wanted to run more but since I'm planning a 10mile run this weekend, I thought I'd give my knees a little break by not pushing too hard.

    Ali, I'm the same way, if I exercise in the evening that Adrenalin keeps me up to all hours. That's why I love to exercise in the mornings. Have fun on your 5 miles this morning pretty lady!

    Sherry, way to go! I find that when I run with people that don't normally run I get all pumped up and it's like I'm trying to convert them into runners. lol Our passion for running really comes through when helping others. It's awesome!!!

    Jess, welcome to the group! As you can read, we are a bunch of proud runners. Whether we are just beginning or are veterans, we keep each other motivated! Also, congratulations your 70lbs weight loss!! That is awesome!!!

    Kechie, have a wonderful rest day! You deserve it!!

    Margie, I hope you feel better soon!! My knee is bugging me too since I ran last weekend so I'm going to invest in a knee brace. I just know you will do great on your 5k!

    Princess, enjoy your swim today! :flowerforyou:

    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • PrincessLaundry
    PrincessLaundry Posts: 2,758 Member
    You start to think "I am dying!".:laugh:

    I have never felt like that when I am running. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

    You're kidding? I think that every time I step foot out the door. I am sure to kiss the kiddos that one last time! :laugh:
  • PrincessLaundry
    PrincessLaundry Posts: 2,758 Member
    Good morning!!

    I ran 4 miles this morning. Wanted to run more but since I'm planning a 10mile run this weekend, I thought I'd give my knees a little break by not pushing too hard.

    Great run girlie!!! YEY YOU!!! And good luck on your run this weekend!
  • PrincessLaundry
    PrincessLaundry Posts: 2,758 Member
    No running for me today, but I ran/walked my 2.2 mile loop last night. But I'm still out there moving.... 5K is in 6 weeks. Hope I'm ready by then...

    Yey you for keeping yourself moving! Hooray! Good luck on your 5K! That will be so great to finish! YEY! I bet you can't wait!
  • Mireille
    Mireille Posts: 5,134 Member
    Good morning!!

    I ran 4 miles this morning. Wanted to run more but since I'm planning a 10mile run this weekend, I thought I'd give my knees a little break by not pushing too hard.

    Great run girlie!!! YEY YOU!!! And good luck on your run this weekend!

    Thank you miss thang!!
    I'm going to take it slow like I did my 9mile last weekend. It may take me forever to run but at least I'll finish it without dying!! :flowerforyou:
  • PrincessLaundry
    PrincessLaundry Posts: 2,758 Member
    Good morning!!

    I ran 4 miles this morning. Wanted to run more but since I'm planning a 10mile run this weekend, I thought I'd give my knees a little break by not pushing too hard.

    Great run girlie!!! YEY YOU!!! And good luck on your run this weekend!

    Thank you miss thang!!
    I'm going to take it slow like I did my 9mile last weekend. It may take me forever to run but at least I'll finish it without dying!! :flowerforyou:

    Your motivation has been so inspiring!!! I love seeing how everyone is doing...and it has pushed me to bringing down my mile time by a few minutes, and I can go so much further now. Thanks friend! :flowerforyou:

    Everyone's posts here are so great!
  • SherryRH
    SherryRH Posts: 810 Member
    You start to think "I am dying!".:laugh:
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    I have never felt like that when I am running. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

    You're kidding? I think that every time I step foot out the door. I am sure to kiss the kiddos that one last time! :laugh:

    PL, yes I am kidding. I feel like that a lot of times I run with the faster group. I hate longer runs because of it. I feel like I am slowing them down so I have to keep up at their pace.
  • Shannon023
    Shannon023 Posts: 14,529 Member
    Holy mackeral! Already so many good runs! :drinker:

    Cut my foot when I kicked up a block of wood while mowing yesterday. :explode: It's still a little bit swollen so I don't think I'll go today. :grumble:

    Welcome Jess & good job to everyone else!! :smooched:
  • Mireille
    Mireille Posts: 5,134 Member
    Holy mackeral! Already so many good runs! :drinker:

    Cut my foot when I kicked up a block of wood while mowing yesterday. :explode: It's still a little bit swollen so I don't think I'll go today. :grumble:

    Welcome Jess & good job to everyone else!! :smooched:

    OMG! I hope your okay! I hate those types of accidents, they piss you off more than anything.
    If it's swollen maybe you should have it checked out. You need that foot to run sis!

    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • Shannon023
    Shannon023 Posts: 14,529 Member
    Holy mackeral! Already so many good runs! :drinker:

    Cut my foot when I kicked up a block of wood while mowing yesterday. :explode: It's still a little bit swollen so I don't think I'll go today. :grumble:

    Welcome Jess & good job to everyone else!! :smooched:

    OMG! I hope your okay! I hate those types of accidents, they piss you off more than anything.
    If it's swollen maybe you should have it checked out. You need that foot to run sis!

    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

    I'm just grateful I didn't teach my daughter a new word. :laugh: Came close though. :embarassed:
  • mlillie
    mlillie Posts: 302
    I plan to run tonight- hoping for 5 miles outdoors but if it is raining then it may be 5 miles treadmill!

    Congrats to everyone for keeping with it.
  • jessmomof3
    jessmomof3 Posts: 4,590 Member
    Good morning!!
    Jess, welcome to the group! As you can read, we are a bunch of proud runners. Whether we are just beginning or are veterans, we keep each other motivated! Also, congratulations your 70lbs weight loss!! That is awesome!!!
    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
    Thank you! I have 2 good friends that I train with, it makes the 4:30AM wake up call much easier when you have someone to meet! We have trained for 2 half marathons, one full, and this year we got into triathlons. Are you training for a half or full? Be careful w/ the knee pain, I've had and IT band injury and it is NO fun. Do you have a foam roller? That really helped me a lot!

    Thanks to everyone for the warm welcome! I love talking running, racing, and anything fitness related really! LOL

    Jess
  • Slender1
    Slender1 Posts: 185
    Hey all!

    Boot Camp for me tonight ... which always includes running of some kind, but different every time. :)
  • pmkelly409
    pmkelly409 Posts: 1,646 Member
    Good Morning Everyone!!

    What great posts and enthusiasm this morning! Its Thursday and everyone is still going strong!

    Shannon - now I remember why I have never touched a lawnmower - 'dem things is dangerous!! I am such a clutz I would have definitely lost a limb by now!! :noway:

    I haven't been able to post much as work is still very busy, but I check in when I can to make sure everyone is doing what they are supposed to be!! I have been able to maintain my workout schedule but I am running the risk that my kids won't remember who I am soon!!

    I ran 4 miles tempo run last night in 33minutes! Getting faster as race day approaches! One of the guys in my group noticed that I was keeping pace with him last night and said 'wow, you have really gotten much faster this summer'. that was a nice pat on the back from someone who I didn't think even knew I existed.

    After running I had time to do my 'on the ball' strength class - that was fun! Got a great butt workout!

    Welcome Jess!! Hope you love our little group as much as we do!

    HEY MOMS!! check out this blog site - www.runumother.com - some interesting reading/info....
  • Nich0le
    Nich0le Posts: 2,906 Member
    Ali- I remember the sillies, they are fun....in hindsight :laugh: I don't know how you managed to get up and be the first to post and run this am. Great Job! :drinker:

    Jess- Welcome, your story is very motivating...one questions, what will a foam roller do for your knee? I have a little knee pain in my right knee, started after a foot injury. anyway just curious.

    Everyone else, good job or have a nice rest day.

    I had another great mini run, 30 minutes of intervals which calculated 2.6 miles...I felt like I was going to throw up when I got done but I felt great! :embarassed: :laugh:
  • carvan
    carvan Posts: 377 Member
    Morning runners"

    No run again for me today, did a leg and back workout. Will aim for a run this weekend.

    Jess: Welcome. Nice hearing from you here too!!

    Sherry: It is so true about giving encouragement. It does make the world of difference. Although I do enjoy my solo runs, I appreciate it when I have someone to run with as well. We are always boosting, daring and pushing each other to go that extra minute.

    Shannon: Ouch!! That sounds painful. Make sure to keep it clean.

    Mireille: I certainly wouldn't worry about time when doing a long run. Remember the story about the tortoise and the hare.:wink: I am just in awe that you can do 10 miles. I think it is amazing. One day I guess. I started running late in life and have been at it for close to 3 years (although not much in the winter, hate Treadmill running), so just happy I can get out and move!

    Okay, off to catch some rays. A rare day of sunshine, this summer at least!

    Carol
  • LMKupizza
    LMKupizza Posts: 28
    Hello runners... I plan to run today at lunch or either tonight when I get home. My legs are still so sore from the 4 miles I did two days ago. I will probably run 3 today for time. I have to get it in under 31 minutes according to the Marines... I've never had trouble with it, usually do it in a bout 29 minutes or so... with all of your RUNNERS out there, is there anything I can do to shorten my run time???? I can run ALL DAY at my own pace, but when you put a time on it, I'm never really as great as I want to be... I just had my first baby 8 months ago, so that slowed me down a little bit at first, but my pace has gotten a lot better! So if you guys have any information that would be nice!!! :happy:

    Good luck with everyone today!!! Have a blessed one!!
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