Hello all, I'm training for my first half and wanted to know if I could join you all here. I just did my longest run ever on Monday (couldn't get out on Sunday, like normal). I'm looking for a group I can ask questions and get support/motivation.

So here are my questions so far:

1) Should I lose my iPod on my long runs now since I probably won't be able to use it during the race?

2) I don't like to carry anything, do you have any tips to stay hydrated/energized?

I think that's it for now. Thanks in advance. Oh and in case you're wondering I'm running the Baltimore HM in October. And I have two 5K's coming up, one on 9/8 and the other 11/22.

I look forward to getting to know all of you.

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Tawanda
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Welcome Tawanda! You will love the support and encouragement you get here.

What I can't live without? My mp3 player, running shoes, Wal-mart cheapy watch and nike sun visor. I'm pretty basic when it comes to running gear. I bring along the bare mininum. I don't even like wearing my water belt on long runs but I have to for hydration.

I took a few pictures of the snake eating the toad before I bopped it on the head. It is definitely not something you see everyday. I would post them but I can't ever figure out how to post a picture on here.

Tomorrow is a rest day! Yay!! Then the dreaded 10 on Sunday


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Jen

Morning all,

Tawny, good run. I can' run after I've eaten makes me feels sick. I snacked on Kettle Chips New York Cheddar and herb. They were Good. When I snack I like to go all out.

spicegeek, do you like the sick? I think that's on my Christmas list this year along with the Garmin 305.

Joe, sorry you didn't get to run in the rain but at least you didn't float away. No the chips wern't baked. If I fall off the wagon so to say I like to make it count.

fit45, OMG! I loved my NB1060's but can't find any here in B.C. I've been looking on line but all the pairs are in the states and I have a problem buying anything I can't try on first even though I know they fit. I worry about returns and duty and all but I think I am going to buy 2 pairs anyway as they were the best shoes I've tried.

carol, NP on the steak idea my family loved it. Sorry you didn't feel better after you dinner. Sounds like you and DH had fun at the stadium.

Peg, glad you didn't float away either. People need to be responsible pet owners and keep their animals in a fenced yard. I have a dog follow me home every once in awhile, then stick around for a few hours. Glad you didn't get bit.

jmuhlig, a snake eating a frog, wow you can't get that just anywhere. What kind of snake? 5 at 5:30 way to go! I didn't drag myself out of bed till 9 am today.

cheyjoecat, Welcome to the group. You will find we are a great group with lots of help. I don't use my ipod on shorter runs just on my long run if I am running alone. I don't think I can take mine on the 1/2 I'm running so I'm working up to none on long runs. Wean yourself slowly. I wear a water belt that carries 710 ml bottle and has 2 pockets for cell phone, keys, gum, change and lip balm(need to keep the lips soft and hydrated). I use it all the time so now I feel underdressed if I don't have it.

As for my favorite running gear I have to say it's my most comfortable running bra, cause you know if you are chafing it's no fun. I carry my cell phone and misc. things in a waist pack. Not usually keys as I run around my neighbourhood. If I have to get into a car and go somewhere to run it probably won't happen. Too much work.

Have a great day all. Heading out for my 2 later today. Have a yard sale to set up for at my friends.

Corrina

Wow busy thread -

I am kind of off on my training this week - course for the last several weeks for that matter. 7 weeks until HM day.

I have only run 8 miles this week and since my RP is sidelined for a week- no LSD this weekend. Mtn Biking 16 instead.

Jen- Ooh, with the snake - I bet it was actually kind of cool to see.

Becka - welcome to the board. - I don't post nearly as much as I lurk.

halfbyaug - congrats on finishing your HM!

Howdy Joe!

No time for the rest of the shouts but everyone else - have a great day and weekend.

Later gators.

II'm at work and am off for the next two weeks for the move (Ack!) and managed to clean out my email and finish everything I wanted to get done about an hour ago. I'm leaving work early to go to the CanFit show (getting free workout clothes for some website work I did on a clothing site) and figured posting on here might kill 10 minutes or so .

I've really nothing to say since my last post..you can all ignore me if you like .

I AM looking forward to getting out tomorrow for a 10km run..it will be my longest run todate, knock on wood! .

Oh...the post about snakes and other animals reminded me of a sign in our neighborhood warning us of coyotes. Unusual for suburban Toronto for sure. I've only ever seen squirrels, rabbits and cats and have a huge problem with dogs (on leashes) lunging at me as I run past. I learned my lesson when a fierce poodle jumped and snagged the leg of my shorts - I give all dogs no matter what size a wide berth when I run past now. Oh, I forgot the hissing Canadian geese. Dunno what their problems are?

Anyhow...Happy Friday everyone!!

Happy Friday everyone!

Welcome to the new folks! This is a GREAT group!

A quick 2 miles tonight at 19:22 ... it was raining earlier in the evening so went to dinner with DD and DH...while DH was reading stories to DD I decided to get a couple miles in before it got dark...little hillwork in there too...not bad...I'm consistent at least! Going for 3-4 tomorrow morning and then my long run on Sunday, between 7 and 8...weather looks to be mid-70s and less humid for the weekend which will be nice...



Have a great night all!