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2010-02-25 12:21 PM
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pdbman - 2010-02-25 11:38 AM Was busy with home projects last night and was worried that I would miss my run. When I finished cleaning up at 10:30 and looked outside it was snowing but I was determined to go for a run.  I'm glad that I did. It was a beautiful and peaceful night (except for the occasional car) and I loved watching the snow fall.  My time was even better then normal and that doesn't take into account that I had a phone call part way through the run.  I'm very glad I went running.

Plus, that puts me at 100% on my love goal and 105% on my mileage goal and I still have my long run to go on Saturday.  This has been a good month.  Now if I can just get my weight goal, it would be the icing on the cake.

excellent job Paul!!


2010-02-25 12:32 PM
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Taught a great strength class today then went for my run...had to cut it a little short but got it in. Need one more to make my love goal, might be able to squeeze in an extra too! I fell short on my swim and bike goals this month...I think not having them "count" for the challenge allowed me to slack when I shouldn't have....although I will say my body liked the break!

I worked out a great training plan that will take me to my 1/2 ironman in July...will bite the bullet and register tomorrow for Spirit of Racine, was flopping between that one and Door county but hubby has reserves and Racine is local so he will be able to get off for the race but still work. As he says there is always next year! I have also decided to only do the 1/2 mary for Greenbay because my distance is not where it should be for a full....I am sure I could do it but this is a stepping stone to Ironman WI for next year...I don't want it to be a suffer fest, so I will pick a fall mary to do instead, that way my running will take place outside. Feeling very good about my season! Have a great day all!

2010-02-25 12:39 PM
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We are headed into the final weekend of February. So far the Hearts have held the lead but there is still time everything to change. Could we see:

  • Heart Failure?
  • Will the Hugs squeeze out a win?
  • Could there be a huge Kiss-off?

Get out there and get it done and hang on for an exciting end to February!
2010-02-25 1:22 PM
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pdbman - 2010-02-25 12:38 PM Was busy with home projects last night and was worried that I would miss my run. When I finished cleaning up at 10:30 and looked outside it was snowing but I was determined to go for a run.  I'm glad that I did. It was a beautiful and peaceful night (except for the occasional car) and I loved watching the snow fall.  My time was even better then normal and that doesn't take into account that I had a phone call part way through the run.  I'm very glad I went running.

Plus, that puts me at 100% on my love goal and 105% on my mileage goal and I still have my long run to go on Saturday.  This has been a good month.  Now if I can just get my weight goal, it would be the icing on the cake.
Nice work Paul!! Sounds like a very pleasant run as well.
2010-02-25 1:24 PM
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crimefighter2 - 2010-02-25 9:40 AM got in over 4 miles yesterday over lunch.  I played with the incline and varied speed.  I won't be able to make my goal, but I'll do what I can.  Sorry gang.  Today is to be a rest day according to the schedule, but maybe I'll put a mile or two on.

don't sweat it Duane. We are just happy that you could still participate given the change in your schedule/work responsibilities!
2010-02-25 1:25 PM
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billsorg - 2010-02-25 1:20 PM

Got in a 5 mile treadmill run at lunch.  Slow, steady pace... we'll call it a recovey run from the 8 miler yesterday.  Felt good to get out some of the soreness.  My goal is completely within reach now.  My monthly running total now sits at 56.23 Mi.  Just 3.77 miles to go to reach my 60 mile goal!!!  This snow storm is looking like a non-event right now.  We haven't even gotten a dusting.

Woo Hoo!! Great job on your miles this month.  So frustrating that they cancel school before the snow flies!


2010-02-25 1:28 PM
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kimk - 2010-02-25 1:32 PM

Taught a great strength class today then went for my run...had to cut it a little short but got it in. Need one more to make my love goal, might be able to squeeze in an extra too! I fell short on my swim and bike goals this month...I think not having them "count" for the challenge allowed me to slack when I shouldn't have....although I will say my body liked the break!

I worked out a great training plan that will take me to my 1/2 ironman in July...will bite the bullet and register tomorrow for Spirit of Racine, was flopping between that one and Door county but hubby has reserves and Racine is local so he will be able to get off for the race but still work. As he says there is always next year! I have also decided to only do the 1/2 mary for Greenbay because my distance is not where it should be for a full....I am sure I could do it but this is a stepping stone to Ironman WI for next year...I don't want it to be a suffer fest, so I will pick a fall mary to do instead, that way my running will take place outside. Feeling very good about my season! Have a great day all!

Very exciting!!! I still need to register for my planned HIM.  I think I hyperventilate just a little every time I even think about it.  Maybe that will be my celebration for finishing my half mary this Sunday....
2010-02-25 1:31 PM
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So I am sitting drinking a Mocha while the workout clothes are in the wash....it's sleeting outside and I am  working on my playlist for my half Mary on Sunday....anyone have some favorite tunes to suggest.  I am breaking it into first 5 miles kinda fun and a little mellow, 2nd 5 miles a little harder tempo, more alt rock stuff and final 5K headbanger just HTFU stuff.

Suggestions.......
2010-02-25 1:52 PM
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KOM - 2010-02-25 2:31 PM

So I am sitting drinking a Mocha while the workout clothes are in the wash....it's sleeting outside and I am  working on my playlist for my half Mary on Sunday....anyone have some favorite tunes to suggest.  I am breaking it into first 5 miles kinda fun and a little mellow, 2nd 5 miles a little harder tempo, more alt rock stuff and final 5K headbanger just HTFU stuff.

Suggestions.......


Two of my favorite running songs are:
Holding out for a Hero by Bonnie Tyler
Whiskey in the Jar by Metallica

Can you tell I'm a child of the 80's?

More fun, recent ones are Hot 'n cold by Katy Perry and Gotta be Somebody by Nickelback

But based on a recent kick-A$$ running list, my favorite running songs are not very kick-A$$... so you may want to just ignore this!
2010-02-25 3:43 PM
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Another 12.4k run or me today. Getting closer to my goal.

The had been a very low motivation month for me. Probably would not have done much, except for my commitment to the challenge. Thanks for this, team!!!! You got me out the door!!!

2010-02-25 5:42 PM
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KOM - 2010-02-25 2:31 PM So I am sitting drinking a Mocha while the workout clothes are in the wash....it's sleeting outside and I am  working on my playlist for my half Mary on Sunday....anyone have some favorite tunes to suggest.  I am breaking it into first 5 miles kinda fun and a little mellow, 2nd 5 miles a little harder tempo, more alt rock stuff and final 5K headbanger just HTFU stuff.

Suggestions.......


Los Lonely Boys - How Far is Heaven (gets you started)
Kid Rock - All Summer Long (half way there)
U2 - Vertigo (HTFU)
 


2010-02-25 5:44 PM
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Hey... I've got 5 stars!  A new PR for me!!!
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2010-02-25 6:03 PM
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I almost forgot the bpm for the songs have to be in the mid 80s to 90.  So right now I have Lose Yourself to start my last 5K. I threw in Bleed It Out too even if it is a little slow it just seemed appropriate!

Thanks for the suggestions! Keep 'em coming!
2010-02-25 8:22 PM
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billsorg - 2010-02-25 6:44 PM

Hey... I've got 5 stars!  A new PR for me!!!
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Very nice!

2010-02-25 8:23 PM
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I have the hiccups. It's driving me crazy.... HIC.....
2010-02-25 9:16 PM
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KOM - 2010-02-25 6:03 PMI almost forgot the bpm for the songs have to be in the mid 80s to 90.  So right now I have Lose Yourself to start my last 5K. I threw in Bleed It Out too even if it is a little slow it just seemed appropriate!

Thanks for the suggestions! Keep 'em coming!
Autograph-turn up the radioAC. Dc back in blackMotley crue kickstart my heartGuns & Roses - anything off the appetite for destruction albumVan Galen - hot for teacherShall I continue? Sorry don't know bpm.


2010-02-26 7:57 AM
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Yet another snow day for the kids... I think that makes 10 for the year.  The roads were pretty bad and I thought about turning around and having my own snow day, but I made it in to work.  I'm going to go to the Y at lunch and knock out the rest of this month's running goal and then take the entire weekend off.  It's my daughter's 7th birthday and we have a bunch of family coming over tomorrow, so I'm very much looking forward to that.
Oh, did I mention that I am soooooo tired of the freaking snow!?!?!? Cry
2010-02-26 11:10 AM
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Wish I could take a snow day from work. Its looking like a crazy day. Getting some complaints from people because a program is doing exactly as it is designed to do. (Why key in a delivery appointment for tomorrow when its not going to be delivered for two weeks and then, Surprise! its shows that you missed the appointment). That on top of the other hot projects I already have. I will make it out for a run tonight, no matter how late it is. I just might not make it to the gym for the weigh in.
2010-02-26 11:16 AM
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D001 - 2010-02-25 7:23 PMI have the hiccups. It's driving me crazy.... HIC.....
I drive my wife crazy about hiccups. She heard some crazy new way to get rid of them that she wants to try out on me. She won't tell me cause it won't work if you know what it is before. Problem is, when I get the hiccups, its usually just one and then I'm done. Every once in a while I might go for a second one but that's it. Drives her crazy. She'll hear one and get her hopes up only to have them dashed when the hiccups don't continue. Makes me laugh every time.
2010-02-26 11:20 AM
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D001 - 2010-02-25 7:22 PM
billsorg - 2010-02-25 6:44 PMHey... I've got 5 stars!  A new PR for me!!!
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Very nice! :)

I like the way his 5 star arrow pointed to your 7 stars. Unfortunately I'm a long way from even 5 stars.

Edited by pdbman 2010-02-26 11:24 AM
2010-02-26 11:23 AM
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KOM - 2010-02-25 1:28 PM
kimk - 2010-02-25 1:32 PM

Taught a great strength class today then went for my run...had to cut it a little short but got it in. Need one more to make my love goal, might be able to squeeze in an extra too! I fell short on my swim and bike goals this month...I think not having them "count" for the challenge allowed me to slack when I shouldn't have....although I will say my body liked the break!

I worked out a great training plan that will take me to my 1/2 ironman in July...will bite the bullet and register tomorrow for Spirit of Racine, was flopping between that one and Door county but hubby has reserves and Racine is local so he will be able to get off for the race but still work. As he says there is always next year! I have also decided to only do the 1/2 mary for Greenbay because my distance is not where it should be for a full....I am sure I could do it but this is a stepping stone to Ironman WI for next year...I don't want it to be a suffer fest, so I will pick a fall mary to do instead, that way my running will take place outside. Feeling very good about my season! Have a great day all!

Very exciting!!! I still need to register for my planned HIM.  I think I hyperventilate just a little every time I even think about it.  Maybe that will be my celebration for finishing my half mary this Sunday....
Your registration is complete! That is what it said after I hit submit...I think I am going to be sick!



2010-02-26 11:26 AM
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D001 - 2010-02-25 8:23 PM I have the hiccups. It's driving me crazy.... HIC.....

BOO! did it work?
2010-02-26 11:30 AM
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billsorg - 2010-02-26 7:57 AM Yet another snow day for the kids... I think that makes 10 for the year.  The roads were pretty bad and I thought about turning around and having my own snow day, but I made it in to work.  I'm going to go to the Y at lunch and knock out the rest of this month's running goal and then take the entire weekend off.  It's my daughter's 7th birthday and we have a bunch of family coming over tomorrow, so I'm very much looking forward to that.
Oh, did I mention that I am soooooo tired of the freaking snow!?!?!? Cry

Happy birthday to your daughter...I am so with you on the snow!
2010-02-26 11:41 AM
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Morning all! Hoping to get my long run in today which will get me to 100% I also did some time on the trainer. Kids have off of school today and Monday, let the fighting begin! Have a great day all!
2010-02-26 1:53 PM
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Done! Finished! Fin! Complete! I ran 4.5 miles at lunch and that puts me at 60.73 Mi for the month.  That is 101.3% of goal.  This weekend will be complete R&R (at least as much as it can be with 3 kids).  Have a great weekend Hugs!  See you all in the next challenge!
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