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Jasmine1972
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795. Dec 1, 2010 3:17 PM (in response to Jasmine1972)
Re: Calling all Penguins (slow runners)

Now the JERK is imitating Donna914, with a handle of Donna9144. We all know that Donna is a real nice lady, so stop wasting our time. Besides, she can spell and knows proper grammer. If you are such a "great runner" then hit the road and start running.

Jo Ann C

Started Walking 7/15/09 Weight = 265#; C25K Grad 11/6/09

8/30/09 5K (62:42) 262# 10/2/10 5K (37:44) 206# 3/26/11 5K (36:42) PR 202#

6/19/10 10K (83:47) 208# 3/6/11 UAH 10K (79:18) 200#

6/27/10 IronGirl, Atlanta Tri S 1/3m/B 18m/R 3m (2:42:10) 207#; 5/15/11 - (2:34:08 200)#

9/25/10 Women's HM, Nashville (3:27:10) 209#, 11/13/10 Huntsville HM (3:17:27) 203#

2/13/11 Mercedes HM, B'ham (3:02:02) 203#; 3/19/11 Rocket 10mi (2:13:37) PR

4/30/11 RnR HM Nashville (3:10:12); 5/15/11 5/30/11 Cotton Row 10K (84:36) ;

6/11/11 Mt. Mania 15K (2:17:12); 7/16/11 Wet Dog Tri (98:56);

8/13/11 Mtn Lakes Tri; (2:13:32); 8/28 Rocketman Oly Tri; 9/10 Frantic Frog Tri (1:52:35)

9/24/11 Womens HM (2:54:28) 195# PR; 10/1 Toray 5K (35:35 PR);

10/15/11 Liz Hurley 5K (36:24); 10/22 Book-it 10K (74:51 PR) 197#;
11/12/11 Huntsville HM - Target 2:50

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flamomof 4
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796. Dec 1, 2010 3:19 PM (in response to willwrite4chocolate)
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There's a High School close by that does keep there gates open. I thought it would be good to sprint the straight and walk the round out.

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Jasmine1972
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797. Dec 1, 2010 3:21 PM (in response to Donna9144)
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Why thank you... I'm actually 56!

Jo Ann C

Started Walking 7/15/09 Weight = 265#; C25K Grad 11/6/09

8/30/09 5K (62:42) 262# 10/2/10 5K (37:44) 206# 3/26/11 5K (36:42) PR 202#

6/19/10 10K (83:47) 208# 3/6/11 UAH 10K (79:18) 200#

6/27/10 IronGirl, Atlanta Tri S 1/3m/B 18m/R 3m (2:42:10) 207#; 5/15/11 - (2:34:08 200)#

9/25/10 Women's HM, Nashville (3:27:10) 209#, 11/13/10 Huntsville HM (3:17:27) 203#

2/13/11 Mercedes HM, B'ham (3:02:02) 203#; 3/19/11 Rocket 10mi (2:13:37) PR

4/30/11 RnR HM Nashville (3:10:12); 5/15/11 5/30/11 Cotton Row 10K (84:36) ;

6/11/11 Mt. Mania 15K (2:17:12); 7/16/11 Wet Dog Tri (98:56);

8/13/11 Mtn Lakes Tri; (2:13:32); 8/28 Rocketman Oly Tri; 9/10 Frantic Frog Tri (1:52:35)

9/24/11 Womens HM (2:54:28) 195# PR; 10/1 Toray 5K (35:35 PR);

10/15/11 Liz Hurley 5K (36:24); 10/22 Book-it 10K (74:51 PR) 197#;
11/12/11 Huntsville HM - Target 2:50

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willwrite4chocolate
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798. Dec 1, 2010 3:34 PM (in response to flamomof 4)
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I like that sprint plan, Maria. If I find a track that's open, I'll have to try it.

I love hearing about folks running halfs and fulls and all that. I've only done a 5-miler so far, but I hope to keep building my distance. You guys are my heroes.

~ Nita

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Jasmine1972
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799. Dec 1, 2010 3:35 PM (in response to elev8torguy)
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If it is this Nita, you'd never know it cause her twitter persona is much nicer. And Nita, who is trying ChiRunning and Vibrams, has only ran in a 5K and a 5 miler. Wow, we are so proud that someone with so much experience can be so wise. Maybe she could join us for a civil conversation.

Jo Ann C

Started Walking 7/15/09 Weight = 265#; C25K Grad 11/6/09

8/30/09 5K (62:42) 262# 10/2/10 5K (37:44) 206# 3/26/11 5K (36:42) PR 202#

6/19/10 10K (83:47) 208# 3/6/11 UAH 10K (79:18) 200#

6/27/10 IronGirl, Atlanta Tri S 1/3m/B 18m/R 3m (2:42:10) 207#; 5/15/11 - (2:34:08 200)#

9/25/10 Women's HM, Nashville (3:27:10) 209#, 11/13/10 Huntsville HM (3:17:27) 203#

2/13/11 Mercedes HM, B'ham (3:02:02) 203#; 3/19/11 Rocket 10mi (2:13:37) PR

4/30/11 RnR HM Nashville (3:10:12); 5/15/11 5/30/11 Cotton Row 10K (84:36) ;

6/11/11 Mt. Mania 15K (2:17:12); 7/16/11 Wet Dog Tri (98:56);

8/13/11 Mtn Lakes Tri; (2:13:32); 8/28 Rocketman Oly Tri; 9/10 Frantic Frog Tri (1:52:35)

9/24/11 Womens HM (2:54:28) 195# PR; 10/1 Toray 5K (35:35 PR);

10/15/11 Liz Hurley 5K (36:24); 10/22 Book-it 10K (74:51 PR) 197#;
11/12/11 Huntsville HM - Target 2:50

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Surfing_Vol
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800. Dec 1, 2010 3:41 PM (in response to Donna9144)
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Donna9144 wrote:

Jasmine im nice but my PR time is better than yours nananana
What is your PR? For what distance? What's the name of the race> Was the course certified? And how current is your PR?

Surfing Vol

"Victory through attrition!"

Charleston Half-Marathon 1/15/2011 -- 1:52:03

The Scream! Half-Marathon 7/16/2011 -- 1:56:00

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Sunrunner719
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801. Dec 1, 2010 3:56 PM (in response to Donna914)
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Well, i finally got out and ran after being injured, and then catching a cold. Not my best effort, but at least i got my happy a$$ up off the "couch" and did something. I look forward to regaining my speed and distance.

Does anyone else use Runkeeper?

Does anyone else chew gum to keep their mouths wet while running?

Happy Trails guys!

I discovered I scream the same way whether I'm about to be devoured by a great white shark or if a piece of seaweed touches my foot.

definition of running: To move swiftly on foot so that both feet leave the ground during each stride.

9/18/10 Graduate C25k

10/2/10 Run For Courage 5k time 47.18

11/6/10 Run for Safe Haven 5k time 45.00

2/12/11 Valentine Run 2011 4 miles 58:10

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willwrite4chocolate
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802. Dec 1, 2010 4:00 PM (in response to Sunrunner719)
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Sunrunner719 wrote:

Well, i finally got out and ran after being injured, and then catching a cold. Not my best effort, but at least i got my happy a$$ up off the "couch" and did something. I look forward to regaining my speed and distance.

Does anyone else use Runkeeper?

Does anyone else chew gum to keep their mouths wet while running?

Happy Trails guys!

Good for you for getting out there even if you had a cold. I'm still waiting until my chest congestion clears before I go out again. Really missing it. I don't use Runkeeper, but am curious about how these devices work. Do you have to have an ipod or a smartphone?

Can't help with the chewing gum business. I'm afraid if I tried to chew gum while running I'd just swallow it or choke. I'm busy breathing through my mouth!! ;-)

~ Nita

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803. Dec 1, 2010 4:44 PM (in response to Dee4279)
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Wow Dee you are awesome! I can not wait until I can run 2 miles without stopping. I just truly want to improve my health at this time and it is working!!

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Sunrunner719
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804. Dec 1, 2010 4:46 PM (in response to willwrite4chocolate)
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I breath through my mouth as well, its why I need the gum, to keep my mouth wet.

I DO use runkeeper with my smart phone, im not sure if there is another application for it, but I love that it has a GPS and it keeps track of my pace, and where i have been, and how many miles i have run. It's very helpful. Have a look at it. Just google Runkeeper.

Happy Trails!!

I discovered I scream the same way whether I'm about to be devoured by a great white shark or if a piece of seaweed touches my foot.

definition of running: To move swiftly on foot so that both feet leave the ground during each stride.

9/18/10 Graduate C25k

10/2/10 Run For Courage 5k time 47.18

11/6/10 Run for Safe Haven 5k time 45.00

2/12/11 Valentine Run 2011 4 miles 58:10

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Donna914
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805. Dec 1, 2010 4:57 PM (in response to Donna914)
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Thanks for sticking up for me you guys! I haven't been on in awhile. I am still running - slow as ever. I am in the 15 mm at least now. I ran a 10K late October and it was 1 hr 40 some minutes - can't remember right now. all I know is I was out there a long time. It was pretty slow but I finished.

Southern Indiana, Louisville, KY

Started C25K July 23, 2009; Finished C25K September 14, 2009 - my 49th birthday

Chicago Trick or Treat 5K October 25, 2009 50m 33 sec 16:16 Pace

Started C25K for the second time March 26, 2010; Finished C25K May 28, 2010

Chicago Trick or Treat 10K October 31, 2010 1 hr 47 min pretty slow pace but I finished!

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806. Dec 1, 2010 6:12 PM (in response to Jasmine1972)
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your right the half is perfect the marathon is like a whole shift of work!!!!lol. light run today, we were in the mid 80's then the weather changed, supposed to get in the 40's. i still have cold weather gear from my colorado days

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807. Dec 2, 2010 3:55 AM (in response to Sunrunner719)
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I breath through my mouth as well, its why I need the gum, to keep my mouth wet.
Sunrunner, I too need my gum and breathe mostly with my mouth. I did a shorter run a couple of days ago, rushed out the door (to beat the rain) and forgot the gum. I sure missed it!
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808. Dec 2, 2010 5:59 AM (in response to willwrite4chocolate)
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I am getting messages from the fake you also.....What a waste of precious air that idiot is...

Betts

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Virtual St. Patrick's Day Run - Idaho March 17 - missed/injured

Beat the Doc Canine Run 5k in Eagle Island State Park March 26 - missed/injured

Twilight 5k in Lewiston/Clarkston April 8.- Complete- 45 min

Komen Race For The Cure - Boise May 7- Complete 30 min

See Jane Run Half Marathon Boise June 18

Fit for Life on Boise July 9

Dirty Dash 10k Boise August 27

Payette Lake Run McCall Sept 4

St Lukes Womens Celebration 5k Boise September 24

City of Trees Half Marathon Boise October 9

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SteveBikeRun
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809. Dec 2, 2010 7:34 AM (in response to Sunrunner719)
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Sunrunner: I had never heard of Runkeeper until you wrote about it. I don't have a smartphone and I already have a Garmin, but I can see that Runkeeper would be great for smartphone users. I alternate between nose and mouth breathing. I've not tried chewing gum because I would probably either spit it out or swallow it ("walk and chew gum...").

willrun4chocolate: I also got a private message from your imitator, whom I have reported for abuse. These people obviously have way too much free time.

Jasmine: After I asked you about the Music City HM, I realized that it would be only a week before the Wisconsin HM that I have already signed up for, so I probably won't come to Nashville. A gap of two weeks would probably be OK, but one week is too soon for me, especially with the hills you described.

We had our Wednesday night training run last night. The fast guys went off to do about six miles. I did only three because the air temp was 25 with a wind chill of 12 and three miles of sub-freezing air were enough. I have a cover for my nose and mouth, especially when I'm running into the wind, but then my glasses fog up and I can't see. That's a real problem at night between the street lights. All this in the name of fitness.

--Steve

Completed in 2012:

The Qualifier HM, Midland MI, May 2012, 2:58, 80+ degrees

Dam to Dam 20K, Des Moines, IA, June 2012, 2:17, PR for this race

Garry Bjorklund HM, Duluth, MN, June 2012, 2:20

Fox Valley HM, St. Charles, IL, 9/16/12, 2:23

Des Moines HM, 10/21/12, 2:19

Tentative plans for 2013:

Wisconsin (Half) Marathon, Kenosha, WI 5/4/2013 (registered)

Dam To Dam 20K, Des Moines, 6/2/2013 (registration opens March 20th)

Grandma's (Half) Marathon, Duluth, MN, 6/22/2013 (if I get picked again in the lottery)

Des Moines HM, 10/20/2013 (registered)

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