Twisted Blisters II (Page 12)

Thanks Hector...I have a couple in mind...Just have to narrow it down and purchase. Glad to see that you are feeling better...do not overdo it. I am going to to watch the football game and make a lil breakfast...but thought that I would let you know that there has been breaking news in your area...and I know that you have been sick and all, so I wanted to forwarn you that there have been some beer bear that have been spotted in the Camp Pendleton Area and have been reaking havoc on runners, bikers and hikers...this was a picture that was taken of the last victim....so be beery beary careful when you do start running again! hehehe

 sick of the beer/bear jokes, yet?

Have a good Sunday all you blisters!

Hi Blisters

I'm baaaack!

Hey guys, sorry I've been a bit of an absentee teammate lately.  I've spent nearly all my daylight hours at work lately, and I haven't quite figured out how to reconcile long days of work with getting up early to run beforehand.

Ok, I'm out of excuses, haha.  I'll get out the door tomorrow and actually do last week's long run.

Hope you all are running more than I am!! 

we forgive you!  I had a week like that myself - lots going on that got in the way - this week I'm on though!

those early mornings are tough!

I updated the spreadsheet with everyone's totals - give it a quick look to make sure it is correct

oh, and if you look at my total - do not fear!  I will not let you down

Haha thanks.  I took a quick look at the spreadsheet - looks like everyone is doing great.

Oh yeah, and one more thing - I just registered for my first half marathon!!  Ack!!  I guess I have until March 9th to run enough that I don't DIE =)

On the same vein...has anyone here followed Hal Higdon's plans?  I'm a few weeks into his novice half marathon plan, and the only thing that worries me about it is that the longest run is 10 miles.  I mean, I don't really have enough time to build up to a longer run than that before the race, but still is that enough to safely complete the half?

...In short - eek!  What have I gotten myself into??

Congratulations!  that is awesome

unfortunately I have no advice for you - I'm sure some of the other blisters will though

I will be cheering for you !!!

Good morning all...Not much going on the thread...so, I thought I would let everyone know that I did buy two ride bikes yesterday for us. Nothing too fancy, but we thought they would be sufficient for us beginners. I bought a '07 Raleigh Cadent Full Carbon Bike and an '06 Giant TCR C3 for my hubby...we are still workiing on the daughters bike...we got all kinds of goodies....new helmets, shoes, pedals, shorts, seat packs, C2O fills with a pump, waterbottles, patches, knobby tire for those cross training days...so, I will be biking to and from work today. It is probably 12-15 miles...but with my computer will be able to tell you exactly when I return tonight! Every have a good day...I am going to inspire you all and go to work! Hope the inspiring works and everyone does some type of workout today! Have a great Monday! Here are pics of the bikes:

and this is my hubbies new bike:

Hi Kendra....I just sent you a PM...look forward to our visit next week. Have a great day! GO BLISTERS! ;O)

lyssa-gator - 2008-01-14 8:46 AM RAD bikes julie!! JEALOUS!!! not running today, no child care, but hoping to maybe take the kids for a walk, and maybe do a core workout later. sort of depends on how the day goes though. i made bread yesterday (bad girl bad girl!!) and i can't keep my hands off of it, so i'm carbing out of my mind!!

Thanks Allyssa....glad that lyssa likey! hehe

Julie likey lotty fresh homemade bread....YUM! I completely understand the can't keep hands off statement! Hope you are able to get out and do something...you will feel better for it and if you can not realize that your avitar is getting plenty of exercise for us all! he he ! Have a great day!

Hi Blisters!

I feel like I have been away, it's been pretty hard what with work and alll - silly work!

Met with a new trainer this morning before work who thinks it's time to start focusing on bike workouts (been kinda slacking in that area) and transitioning from biking to running.  I'm nervous, she said evil words like squats and lunges. 

Julie saw the new bikes  - I have bike envy!  I don't think it matters what you have for a bike as soon as you see someone's new one...you want THAT one!  Well, that's me anyways

It's snowing out, but the hubby and I just joined a running group, and they are running in the snow tonite, which will be fun...

Hope everyone is healthy, happy and injury free! 

Hi Karen

Glad to hear from you.....no worries about being far and in between with posting....we understand! All our lives get hectic and we just have to learn to prioritize what it most important.  Sounds like you are staying on top of keeping in shape and reaching your goals soooooo you gooooo girl! Way to get out and run in the snow...be careful not to fall. I used to live in Anchorage and know how difficult that can be....I used to think running on the beach was tough til I did a snow run! Have fun and keep in touch! Thanks for the bike envy...you can come and borrow it anytime!!! ;O)

LOL, I'll make sure I watch out for them.

Thanks Beth, I noticed you already entered my numbers.

Congrats on your new bikes, they look great!

Nice bikes Julie!  Now get out there and ride, good thing you are almost done with your running goal.  Be careful with that commuter traffic, sometimes here in "Joisy" they are not so nice.

When is Hubby's blog going to show up here? 

Hi Blisters!

Sorry I haven't been around today - it's been a long and rather stressful day.

I'm going for a run!

Julie - your cartoon was a huge hit in my blog!!!

You know what is so cool about these challenges?  They make me realize that sometimes...I UNDERestimate my own abilities.  I hope that's true for you guys too...today, I ran and the 4 miles puts me less than 10 miles from my goal...how cool is that!

I really thought when I started this month I would have a hard time and now...I wonder what else I have been selling myself short on...

I love these challenges!!!!