PirateGirl's group - CLOSED - Pirate ship has sailed! (Page 7)

Sweet! Where are we gonna go first? Waffle House? I must admit that's a favorite indulgence of mine. 2 eggs scrambled, toast, grits, chocolate chip waffle, and a hot chocolate. Mmmm!

Well ... I ran my whole 5K! 

EXCEPT that the RD messed up and it was only a 4.26K (2.65 miles)... as announced 20 minutes after we finished.

So much for a USATF event!

Ah well, I ran the length that was offered.  I think it could have had a little better pace if I'd known my distances left.  I slowed to maintain energy at one point but then the finish came up fast... That'll happen then your race course is shorter than advertised.  Mentally I was good.  I did not run all out, still had steam left at the end.

I think I doused a couple volunteers trying to get cups of water.  Ergh.  What's the technique for smooth handoff?  or were they asking for it with 5 ounce cups filled to the brim?  the water was ICE cold too - too cold to drink, first water messed me up.  Second water I dumped on my head instead of drinking, that was better

Great job Cynthia ! Sounds like you had a solid race plan, getting people wet is a bonus.

I almost hurled at my finish, from lack of water, I PRed!

Congrats Cynthia! Bummer about the course being short. And that distance was way off! Ah well...not much anyone can do 20 min after the finish. It's just annoying!

I think I doused a couple volunteers trying to get cups of water.  Ergh.  What's the technique for smooth handoff?  or were they asking for it with 5 ounce cups filled to the brim?  the water was ICE cold too - too cold to drink, first water messed me up.  Second water I dumped on my head instead of drinking, that was better

For the cup thing, pinch the top all the way so that your fingers meet with the cup top in between. This forms a "v" that will slow the water down and not allow it to splash everywhere. You can loosen your grip to allow more water flow if needed. You'll still spill a little, but at least be able to drink.

Woohoo! The key word there is "almost." You pushed it hard all the way to the end. I just read your race report. Sounds like a great race!

I stuck to my plan, taper and all,as Elaine suggested. The week goes by fast, gradually build up your carbs before the race, keep yor meal sizes about the same just switch out with more carbs,extra salt would be good, and take it easy,all your training up until your race(3 days before) should be all warmups and relaxed efforts. Sample taper week:

Mon/off

Tue /1600 swim

Wed/15 min run

Thurs/1200 swim/40min bike

Fri/15 min run

Sat/15 min swim with some sprint starts/bike 10min/run 6x100

Friday-Tune up bike and make sure everything is tight and clean

Saturday-lay all gear out and go over race list

Sunday-race(good Luck!)

Thanks!  It does feel good even if it was a bit short.  I did think of you all when I slowed my pace to conserve some energy.  It was nice to have you cheering for me  

I think some of the other 5K'rs stopped, took a cup, drank, handed empty back, and started to run again.   I grabbed as I went, splashes and all.  The empty-cup-boy at the first water was ~3 yards from the water station - poorly positioned - and had a lot of cleanup to pick up as cups were dropped further along. At least it wasn't windy for him to chase them all.

Congrats on your PR!  (I guess I PR'd my distance ) 

Way to go! That's awesome the whole family got involved. And congrats on 2 min faster...that's huge!!!

Tuesday is our special

50's day!!

Happy Birthday Big Mama!! 

anyone buy the Oreos?