Cheetah's (Runners) check in Friday Aug. 11
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trooper15
Cathlete
Carole- I was so distressed and dismayed when I read your post yesterday (it was late afternoon when I woke up so I thought I'd reply this morning). Your frustration is so understandable but that doesn't make it any easier. I'm not going to make any excuses for the medical professionals. If your family is feeling this way then they have failed you. You and your sister need answers and some reassurance that things are being done. Nosocomial (hospital acquired)infection is a HUGE problem, especially in critical care areas where the patients are already so compromised. Spinal cord injury patients in particular are at risk. Your question about how can he come in with no infection and end up with 4 is a good one. I wish I had an answer that would be satisfying to you but obviously I don't know the particulars here.
What I CAN say is that obviously there is a HUGE lack of communication going on and this is causing your family to feel helpless and frustrated. PLEASE urge your sister to demand a conference (NOT a quicky update in the morning rounds) on your nephew's condition. You should have both physicians and nursing present and ask them specifically 1. How did these infections occur 2. what is being done about it. 3. how does this impact his recovery from the spinal cord injury 4. what can we anticipate will happen next. If they use any term you don't understand, stop them and make them explain.
Also, every hospital has a social services dept which should be involved with cases such as this. If not please request them. The can act as a liaison and provide your family with information and support services available.
You do not have to accept the situation as it is!!!! If you approach
the staff being firm and resolved but not hostile they WILL respond
and provide you with what you need.
I am so sorry ;(
Hugs to you and much sympathy to my cheetah hero!!
ShellyC
I'll check back later and chat with all you other cheetahs!
What I CAN say is that obviously there is a HUGE lack of communication going on and this is causing your family to feel helpless and frustrated. PLEASE urge your sister to demand a conference (NOT a quicky update in the morning rounds) on your nephew's condition. You should have both physicians and nursing present and ask them specifically 1. How did these infections occur 2. what is being done about it. 3. how does this impact his recovery from the spinal cord injury 4. what can we anticipate will happen next. If they use any term you don't understand, stop them and make them explain.
Also, every hospital has a social services dept which should be involved with cases such as this. If not please request them. The can act as a liaison and provide your family with information and support services available.
You do not have to accept the situation as it is!!!! If you approach
the staff being firm and resolved but not hostile they WILL respond
and provide you with what you need.
I am so sorry ;(
Hugs to you and much sympathy to my cheetah hero!!
ShellyC
I'll check back later and chat with all you other cheetahs!
JAFitMama
Cathlete
Hi Cheetahs!
Christine you got to have lunch with AmyG! That is wonderful
I had a lovely GTG with Shelly (Allwildgirl) and Robin (the biggest Jimmy Buffet fan here). We met in April and it was pretty fun to meet in person after talking for so long.
I'll be doing a cardio DVD or a youga or both this morning. I'm thinking a yoga and a long cardio tomorrow. I can't see the phyysical therapist until for10 more days. I'll need to do as much stretching as I can in the mean time.
Judy "Likes2bfit"
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Christine you got to have lunch with AmyG! That is wonderful
I had a lovely GTG with Shelly (Allwildgirl) and Robin (the biggest Jimmy Buffet fan here). We met in April and it was pretty fun to meet in person after talking for so long.I'll be doing a cardio DVD or a youga or both this morning. I'm thinking a yoga and a long cardio tomorrow. I can't see the phyysical therapist until for10 more days. I'll need to do as much stretching as I can in the mean time.
Judy "Likes2bfit"
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Mckmain
Cathlete
Good morning cheetahs
Shelly...thank you so much for your post. I believe I am learning new things all the time due to this situation. I do agree completely about the lack of communication. I think also it can be confusing to the Nurses and Doctors, as there are always different people with John. My sister and her daughters work in shifts, going home and then going back to give everyone a break. Even John's Dad and some of John's friends are in and out. And I am also understanding more about spinal infections and the possibility if infections in their weakend state. I have a neice also that is a PT and works in Rehab in Colo and takes care of spinal patients. She said the same thing as you did about having a conference and asking those questions. She thinks it should be done every morning. Then if my sister doesn't get a response to put in another request to speak with a Doctor and then if nobody shows up for her to file a complaint. It was so bad Wednesday night with John that his sister almost walked out on him. Yesterday was a better day for John. He had another surgery to check the infection in his back and it seems to be doing better. They put him on Adivan (sp) to calm his anxiety. He was in a much better mood. Like I said to Elaine I could hear in my sisters voice on Wednesday how upset she was and of course that just upset me...Thank you for all your info and especially the hugs......I so appreciate it.
Judy...I think the PT can help with the tendonitis. Hey, trails are fun!!! But yes, go with someone...Thank you for your insight. I do think getting better communication will be a good thing with my nephew.
Cathy...thank you...yesterday was a bit better for John...once you get the Garmin figured I know you will love it. Bikini wax??? YOEWZA!!!!
Barb...this Elliptical is only 5'7" in ht. Even with you at 5'9" it would work in a 7 foot high basement......at 5'4" I am not too worried...
Christine...things seemed better yesterday. A care package is a very sweet idea...let me talk to my other sister about that. Thanks so much. My workouts always seem to help tension whcih is why I am so addicted.....I hope the lunch with Amy was fun!! Upping your weights with GS before the run??? I love it......I will say I pick S&H legs on a day of not running...hope your butt and hams are not too sore today..I do hope to meet Amy maybe next time I am in San Jose. It was sweet of her to send her prayers...
Barbara...thank you...it is very frustrating but I know it could be so much worse. Thanks for sharing your story. Makes me feel bad for your nephew...sometimes it just does not go right.
Elaine...you are very welcome. I know all the cheetahs here will be pulling for you. Thanks for your prayers....I have also heard the same about spinal patients. Wednesday was just tough as I could hear it in my sisters voice and I felt so helpless...things were better yesterday.
Katie...so sorry about the migraine.....I hope you feel better today after a good nights sleep..
Pamela...thank you for all your prayers...seems like you did quite a biathlon yesterday!! And then weights!!! Great job!
Laura...you know it seems like most everyone that goes into the hospital ends up with a Staph infection...I do wonder if everyone does sanitize. Where did you get your Elliptical? I got mine thru Nordic track...yes you certainly did deserve the boots and necklace too!!
Well I ended up with a nasty headache last night and that and my DH's snoring is why I was wide awake at 4 AM! I am glad I have a short work day so I can come home and take a nap...I am hoping to get thru PHH shoulders, bis and tris, abs and a 5 mile run..
Have a great friday!
Shelly...thank you so much for your post. I believe I am learning new things all the time due to this situation. I do agree completely about the lack of communication. I think also it can be confusing to the Nurses and Doctors, as there are always different people with John. My sister and her daughters work in shifts, going home and then going back to give everyone a break. Even John's Dad and some of John's friends are in and out. And I am also understanding more about spinal infections and the possibility if infections in their weakend state. I have a neice also that is a PT and works in Rehab in Colo and takes care of spinal patients. She said the same thing as you did about having a conference and asking those questions. She thinks it should be done every morning. Then if my sister doesn't get a response to put in another request to speak with a Doctor and then if nobody shows up for her to file a complaint. It was so bad Wednesday night with John that his sister almost walked out on him. Yesterday was a better day for John. He had another surgery to check the infection in his back and it seems to be doing better. They put him on Adivan (sp) to calm his anxiety. He was in a much better mood. Like I said to Elaine I could hear in my sisters voice on Wednesday how upset she was and of course that just upset me...Thank you for all your info and especially the hugs...
...I so appreciate it.Judy...I think the PT can help with the tendonitis. Hey, trails are fun!!! But yes, go with someone...Thank you for your insight. I do think getting better communication will be a good thing with my nephew.
Cathy...thank you...yesterday was a bit better for John...once you get the Garmin figured I know you will love it. Bikini wax??? YOEWZA!!!!
Barb...this Elliptical is only 5'7" in ht. Even with you at 5'9" it would work in a 7 foot high basement...
...at 5'4" I am not too worried...Christine...things seemed better yesterday. A care package is a very sweet idea...let me talk to my other sister about that. Thanks so much. My workouts always seem to help tension whcih is why I am so addicted...
..I hope the lunch with Amy was fun!! Upping your weights with GS before the run??? I love it......I will say I pick S&H legs on a day of not running...hope your butt and hams are not too sore today..I do hope to meet Amy maybe next time I am in San Jose. It was sweet of her to send her prayers...Barbara...thank you...it is very frustrating but I know it could be so much worse. Thanks for sharing your story. Makes me feel bad for your nephew...sometimes it just does not go right.
Elaine...you are very welcome. I know all the cheetahs here will be pulling for you. Thanks for your prayers....I have also heard the same about spinal patients. Wednesday was just tough as I could hear it in my sisters voice and I felt so helpless...things were better yesterday.
Katie...so sorry about the migraine...
..I hope you feel better today after a good nights sleep..Pamela...thank you for all your prayers...seems like you did quite a biathlon yesterday!! And then weights!!! Great job!
Laura...you know it seems like most everyone that goes into the hospital ends up with a Staph infection...I do wonder if everyone does sanitize. Where did you get your Elliptical? I got mine thru Nordic track...yes you certainly did deserve the boots and necklace too!!
Well I ended up with a nasty headache last night and that and my DH's snoring is why I was wide awake at 4 AM! I am glad I have a short work day so I can come home and take a nap...I am hoping to get thru PHH shoulders, bis and tris, abs and a 5 mile run..
Have a great friday!
seeking_guns
Cathlete
Happy Friday, cheetahs!
Just a quick check-in but will be back later. Got the Garmin figured out and am lovin' it!! Did 3.5 miles and am now going to squeeze in GS BSB before my appointment. Wish me luck--or better yet, minimal pain!
Have a great workout!
cathy
Just a quick check-in but will be back later. Got the Garmin figured out and am lovin' it!! Did 3.5 miles and am now going to squeeze in GS BSB before my appointment. Wish me luck--or better yet, minimal pain!
Have a great workout!
cathy
Fit_mommy
Cathlete
G'morning everyone. *YAWN*
This girl is TIRED from a late night last night! LOL I had fun but I am feelin' it now!
I still want to get out on the road w/the garmin though so even if it's a short one, I'll be running this morning. }( I think I need ONE more cup of coffee first though....
This girl is TIRED from a late night last night! LOL I had fun but I am feelin' it now!
I still want to get out on the road w/the garmin though so even if it's a short one, I'll be running this morning. }( I think I need ONE more cup of coffee first though....
MRSchultz
Cathlete
Good morning everyone:
Boy, have I missed all of you. It's funny how this forum is addicting, but when I can't even get on for a few minutes to just read what everyone is up to I just have a sad day ;( But, I'm here now and it's wonderful!!!
I haven't had time to catch up with what everyone is up to, but I'm trying.
Carole: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and nephew. I sure hope you get things resolved soon for peace of mind. We are here for you! (but, then - you know that ;-) )
Aaahhh, I'm sitting here drinking coffee with the windows open and a beautiful breeze coming through. DH just went to work, I have off today and DS is still sleeping - what a wonderful start to my morning.
I have been trying to get my running back in gear, especially now that the heat seems to have passed for at least a while now. I am going to do the August 04 rotation and substitute running for the cardio whenever I can. Today is Legs and Glutes with a 20 minute run.
I had my Tastefully Simple open house last night and only FOUR people showed up!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was so disappointed, BUT it got me going and my feet are now a little wet with the business so hopefully I'll have some more of these or bookings for shows coming soon.
I hope everyone has a fabulous day and I WILL be back later to check on you.
Enjoy your day!
Marcia.
Boy, have I missed all of you. It's funny how this forum is addicting, but when I can't even get on for a few minutes to just read what everyone is up to I just have a sad day ;( But, I'm here now and it's wonderful!!!
I haven't had time to catch up with what everyone is up to, but I'm trying.
Carole: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and nephew. I sure hope you get things resolved soon for peace of mind. We are here for you! (but, then - you know that ;-) )
Aaahhh, I'm sitting here drinking coffee with the windows open and a beautiful breeze coming through. DH just went to work, I have off today and DS is still sleeping - what a wonderful start to my morning.
I have been trying to get my running back in gear, especially now that the heat seems to have passed for at least a while now. I am going to do the August 04 rotation and substitute running for the cardio whenever I can. Today is Legs and Glutes with a 20 minute run.
I had my Tastefully Simple open house last night and only FOUR people showed up!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was so disappointed, BUT it got me going and my feet are now a little wet with the business so hopefully I'll have some more of these or bookings for shows coming soon.
I hope everyone has a fabulous day and I WILL be back later to check on you.
Enjoy your day!
Marcia.
andtckrtoo
Cathlete
Happy Friday Cheetahs!
Shelly – I know I’m not Carole (in my dreams, maybe), but thanks for the info. Ya never know when you might need it. Hope you’re getting a good rest this morning. And it’s funny to see the West Coast Cheetahs up before the East Coast!
Carole - glad to hear things were better yesterday with John. Sounds like he has so much support, though. He’s obviously a very special young man. He continues in my prayers. Let me know. I’m happy to do anything I can to help in any small way.
Judy – It’s wonderful meeting people from the boards, isn’t it? You just so much in common and can chat all day long! Amy is just sweet as pie. She’s so fun. But I’d love to meet Shelly and Robin! Don’t tell anyone but I’m a secret Buffett Fan, too – he’s the only thing I play when I run or when I am in my car. Actually Robin knows as well – I usually have a Buffett quote, but I’ve been into Teddy Roosevelt lately, so Jimmy was replaced briefly.
Cathy – YEAH!!! Glad you had fun on your run! Good luck with the wax. Fortunately it’s a QUICK pain! (and YOU don’t have to pull the wax off…)
Wendy – GET UP OFF YOUR DUFF AND GET OUT THERE GIRL! Just joking! Enjoy your run – think of the new toy! That always gets me motivated.
Marcia – I’m sorry to hear only 4 people showed up. As you get the word out there on how great the food is, I’m sure you’ll get a lot more business! Enjoy your run today!
My agenda is GS C&T followed by step, I think. I was thinking maybe CTX’s All Step followed by the RS challenge. I’m in the mood to just have some fun, and I think that would do it.
Shelly – I know I’m not Carole (in my dreams, maybe), but thanks for the info. Ya never know when you might need it. Hope you’re getting a good rest this morning. And it’s funny to see the West Coast Cheetahs up before the East Coast!
Carole - glad to hear things were better yesterday with John. Sounds like he has so much support, though. He’s obviously a very special young man. He continues in my prayers. Let me know. I’m happy to do anything I can to help in any small way.
Judy – It’s wonderful meeting people from the boards, isn’t it? You just so much in common and can chat all day long! Amy is just sweet as pie. She’s so fun. But I’d love to meet Shelly and Robin! Don’t tell anyone but I’m a secret Buffett Fan, too – he’s the only thing I play when I run or when I am in my car.
Actually Robin knows as well – I usually have a Buffett quote, but I’ve been into Teddy Roosevelt lately, so Jimmy was replaced briefly.Cathy – YEAH!!! Glad you had fun on your run! Good luck with the wax. Fortunately it’s a QUICK pain! (and YOU don’t have to pull the wax off…)
Wendy – GET UP OFF YOUR DUFF AND GET OUT THERE GIRL! Just joking! Enjoy your run – think of the new toy! That always gets me motivated.
Marcia – I’m sorry to hear only 4 people showed up. As you get the word out there on how great the food is, I’m sure you’ll get a lot more business! Enjoy your run today!
My agenda is GS C&T followed by step, I think. I was thinking maybe CTX’s All Step followed by the RS challenge. I’m in the mood to just have some fun, and I think that would do it.
Morning ladies. Well, I woke up this morning at 4:00 to workout and my headache was STILL there. I was irritated, but I took some asprin and went back to sleep. I woke up again at 5:15 and although the headache was still lingering I said @#$%#@$ it and got up and went for a 3 mile run anyway. I'm very happy to say that I have knocked a minute off my orginal 3 mile time!!! I am proud to day that I ran my 3 miles in 9 and 1/2 minutes... for me that is very good. Anyway, I'm glad I got the run in and my head is feeling okay. Hopefully it's gone.... until next month.x(
Shelly - Good morning. Do you work nights?
Carol - I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Morning Judy!
Wendy - What is a garmin? A new toy for runners???
Marcia - I'm sorry to hear about your turn out. I'm sure the next one will be better.
Have a great Friday all!
Katie
Shelly - Good morning. Do you work nights?
Carol - I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Morning Judy!
Wendy - What is a garmin? A new toy for runners???
Marcia - I'm sorry to hear about your turn out. I'm sure the next one will be better.
Have a great Friday all!
Katie
Fit_mommy
Cathlete
My new toy is just toooo cool for words I tell ya! LOL :+
Here's what I did:
1.5 miles
15.5 minutes
10.34 average pace
Okay, so actually seeing what I am doing drove me to pick up the pace (ALOT!) and I don't know if this is a GOOD thing or a BAD thing! LOL I'm sure if I had run farther my pace would have slowed some but still! Should I slow it down a bit or just go with it??
I walked out the door and could not believe how incredibly beautiful it was outside! I feared it would have been too hot already but it was just GORGEOUS! WOW! This is the kind of weather I can live with!
Gotta jump in the shower...hopefully I will have time for personals once I dressed, packed and ready to go!
Here's what I did:
1.5 miles
15.5 minutes
10.34 average pace
Okay, so actually seeing what I am doing drove me to pick up the pace (ALOT!) and I don't know if this is a GOOD thing or a BAD thing! LOL I'm sure if I had run farther my pace would have slowed some but still! Should I slow it down a bit or just go with it??
I walked out the door and could not believe how incredibly beautiful it was outside! I feared it would have been too hot already but it was just GORGEOUS! WOW! This is the kind of weather I can live with!
Gotta jump in the shower...hopefully I will have time for personals once I dressed, packed and ready to go!
Fit_mommy
Cathlete
Hey Katie
A garmin isn't a NEW toy but it's new to ME! LOL It's a gps tracking system for use when running outdoors. You wear it like a watch and it will track your time, distance, pace, etc for you. It's suuuuper cool. I bought the most basic unit but there is also the 201 and 301 which will do more than what mine does. It's actually the Garmin Forerunner if you are interested in checking it out!}(
A garmin isn't a NEW toy but it's new to ME! LOL It's a gps tracking system for use when running outdoors. You wear it like a watch and it will track your time, distance, pace, etc for you. It's suuuuper cool. I bought the most basic unit but there is also the 201 and 301 which will do more than what mine does. It's actually the Garmin Forerunner if you are interested in checking it out!}(
hello everyone,
Its my day off and I managed to get my workout started before 8a.m.. I ran just under 4.5miles, with a few walking intervals. its weird some days I can run the entire workout and other days I need to walk some. I dont know why that is. anyway, then I came home and rode my bike for 4.5miles also. Went to go do my weights and felt I didnt have the energy to reap the full benefits so I will do them later.
carole I just bought a cheaper eliptical at walmart,later when we have more space and money I will get a proform,like my treadmill. I wanted to see if I was really going to like it also before spending big bucks. It cost me 234.00 though,the more expensive of the two that they had at the store. Its funny, walmart seems to be my store to buy all things. That is where I bought my garmin also,but through the web site.
anyway,lots of house work to do,like always! see ya!!
Its my day off and I managed to get my workout started before 8a.m.. I ran just under 4.5miles, with a few walking intervals. its weird some days I can run the entire workout and other days I need to walk some. I dont know why that is. anyway, then I came home and rode my bike for 4.5miles also. Went to go do my weights and felt I didnt have the energy to reap the full benefits so I will do them later.
carole I just bought a cheaper eliptical at walmart,later when we have more space and money I will get a proform,like my treadmill. I wanted to see if I was really going to like it also before spending big bucks. It cost me 234.00 though,the more expensive of the two that they had at the store. Its funny, walmart seems to be my store to buy all things. That is where I bought my garmin also,but through the web site.
anyway,lots of house work to do,like always! see ya!!
seeking_guns
Cathlete
Carole :: I'm glad ShellyC (and others) have some knowledge to share w/ you about John's situation...I really don't have any experience with his type of injury, so I'm learning, too, from these conversations. Yes, I survived the wax! It actually wasn't that bad. And afterward, I treated myself to a pedi...aahhh!
Wendy :: glad you're gettin' a kick out of your Garmin, too. I wouldn't DARE post my pace info just yet, but I'll tell you, it does give me extra enthusiasm to run. Can't wait to get out there again tomorrow!
Katie :: sorry to hear about your migraine. Those are wicked. Mine used to coincide with TTOM, too. Since I've been exercising, it seems to have helped -- knock wood. Awesome that you got in a kick-ass run despite the pain!
Christine :: love your updated signature line!
Laura :: I know what you mean. Some days you just don't have the gas; other days you can run like the Dickens. I should pay better attention to my diet bc I'm thinking in my case it probably has a lot to do with it.
Marcia :: sorry to hear the turnout wasn't as big as you expected. But hey, everybody's gotta start somewhere. I'm sure it'll pick up soon! I know what you mean about the weather - 68 when I ran this morning! You're right: gorgeous!
OK, I'm off to the movies...Hi to Judy, Pamela, Mattea, Jess, Barb, Barbara, ShellyC, Laurie, Elaine, and anyone else I've forgotten.
TGIF-
cathy
Wendy :: glad you're gettin' a kick out of your Garmin, too. I wouldn't DARE post my pace info just yet, but I'll tell you, it does give me extra enthusiasm to run. Can't wait to get out there again tomorrow!
Katie :: sorry to hear about your migraine. Those are wicked. Mine used to coincide with TTOM, too. Since I've been exercising, it seems to have helped -- knock wood. Awesome that you got in a kick-ass run despite the pain!
Christine :: love your updated signature line!
Laura :: I know what you mean. Some days you just don't have the gas; other days you can run like the Dickens. I should pay better attention to my diet bc I'm thinking in my case it probably has a lot to do with it.
Marcia :: sorry to hear the turnout wasn't as big as you expected. But hey, everybody's gotta start somewhere. I'm sure it'll pick up soon! I know what you mean about the weather - 68 when I ran this morning! You're right: gorgeous!
OK, I'm off to the movies...Hi to Judy, Pamela, Mattea, Jess, Barb, Barbara, ShellyC, Laurie, Elaine, and anyone else I've forgotten.
TGIF-
cathy
andtckrtoo
Cathlete
Cathy - THANKS! Today is my BDay, so I figured it was apt... It will be one or the other... (although probably wine and not tequilla, but one never knows) :+
Laura - when you figure out why some days are easier than others, let me know! I had a devil of a time with push ups this morning! I can usually handle those pretty well. Not today. But the chest presses - they were okay. Go figure.
Wendy - WAY TO GO GIRL!!! You're doing really well!!! I love that you enjoy your new toy so much!
Katie - hope the headache stays away! I'm impressed that you were able to run, and in a good time! That's fabulous!!
Laura - when you figure out why some days are easier than others, let me know! I had a devil of a time with push ups this morning! I can usually handle those pretty well. Not today. But the chest presses - they were okay. Go figure.
Wendy - WAY TO GO GIRL!!! You're doing really well!!! I love that you enjoy your new toy so much!
Katie - hope the headache stays away! I'm impressed that you were able to run, and in a good time! That's fabulous!!
Hi Cheetahs!
Carole-I am so sorry to hear about John's setbacks and can only imagine your sister's worry and frustration. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I'll be wishing for good news when I check back in. {{{{HUGS}}}}
Hi to Barb, Shelly, Wendy, Judy, Christine (Happy Birthday!), Jess, Elaine, Laurie, Laura, Katie, Cathy, Barbara, Pamela, Marcia, Gayle, Sarah, and Amy.
Things have been crazy as we are moving all this weekend, my online course wraps up this weekend, and I've had 3, count 'em, 3 doctors appt's in the past week, LOL!
I just wanted to send a quick hello to everyone before we unplug the computer. I'll miss everyone so much, but I probably won't have any workouts to report anyway as moving is, well, enough}(
Sorry that I don't have time for personals for everyone, but I'm sure you'll take good care of each other until I get back. I love cheetahs:7
Running clinic was interesting, but not particularly informative. I think I know more about nutrition than the nutritionist did, but the shoe info was great (might try the Brooks Addiction when I shop for new shoes), and DH and my FIL really learned a lot about their respective ailments. Turns out FIL has one leg shorter than the other! We did get some excellent freebies though Two Crank gels and a Larabar apiece.
DH did a 10 miler today and now we are packing fools!
Best wishes to all,
Mattea
Carole-I am so sorry to hear about John's setbacks and can only imagine your sister's worry and frustration. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I'll be wishing for good news when I check back in. {{{{HUGS}}}}
Hi to Barb, Shelly, Wendy, Judy, Christine (Happy Birthday!), Jess, Elaine, Laurie, Laura, Katie, Cathy, Barbara, Pamela, Marcia, Gayle, Sarah, and Amy.
Things have been crazy as we are moving all this weekend, my online course wraps up this weekend, and I've had 3, count 'em, 3 doctors appt's in the past week, LOL!
I just wanted to send a quick hello to everyone before we unplug the computer. I'll miss everyone so much, but I probably won't have any workouts to report anyway as moving is, well, enough}(
Sorry that I don't have time for personals for everyone, but I'm sure you'll take good care of each other until I get back. I love cheetahs:7
Running clinic was interesting, but not particularly informative. I think I know more about nutrition than the nutritionist did, but the shoe info was great (might try the Brooks Addiction when I shop for new shoes), and DH and my FIL really learned a lot about their respective ailments. Turns out FIL has one leg shorter than the other! We did get some excellent freebies though
Two Crank gels and a Larabar apiece. DH did a 10 miler today and now we are packing fools!
Best wishes to all,
Mattea
seeking_guns
Cathlete
Happy birthday, Christine!! I have a little Don Julio here - should I toss one back in your honor?
Mattea, good luck with the move - hope all goes smoothly!
Mattea, good luck with the move - hope all goes smoothly!
trooper15
Cathlete
Hello again all you beautiful cheetahs! Had a great nap and then a terrific workout with HSC. I'll get in a good 40-50 minutes on the elliptical later. Tomorrow is my long run....15 miles
Hey Carole- I didn't expect an answer so soon from you this morning!
The west coast cheetahs were sure up early today! I am so very happy if what I can tell you provides any help/comfort at all Your nephew will come through this I am certain. How can he not when he has his Auntie Carole for inspiration? :7 I forgot to ask you how did you do on PLB going up to 65lbs You've set a challenge for me now! Hope you had a relaxing run today!
Judy- Thank you so much for keeping us informed on your Dr. appt.
I'm sure it was a relief to you to hear your hip problem wasn't a serious one. In the meantime you are sure getting in some quality workouts! The rest may well make you a better runner in the long run! Glad to hear your going for some good PT.
Cathy- Survivor of the dreaded bikiniwax Having fun with your Garmin I see! Good job on the 3.5 miles!
Marcia- I hear ya about this checkin being addicting! I call it my
cheetahfix. Re: your open house. I understand how you can be disappointed about your turnout but I've never heard of any new business that starts out strongly. The word of mouth will get out and you have the right attitude that's for sure!
Christine- You're having a fun workout day.....love those!
HAPPY B DAY :+ :+ :+ :+ :+ :+ Fill us in on your presents!
Wendy- Your dilemma on your pacing is what I consider a drawback to using these things. You can get TOO focused on the numbers. I like to run by perceived exertion and only occasionally glance at the GPS to check my mileage. If a run is feeling too easy or rough I'll check my pace then. You'll adjust and learn how to use it well.
Hi Katie - my fellow Arizona cheetah! Yes I work 12 hour night shifts 7p-7a 3x/wk. When I miss posting here it's usually because I'm in the middle of a work stretch. Hey, there's nothing like a good run to knock out a headache!!! Good for you in getting yourself out there!!!
Laurie- great job on your run/ bike workout today! I can tell you're really getting back in to the swing of things and feeling
better.
Mattea- you're probably incommunicado now...oh well, best of luck to you our packingfool cheetah! Can't wait to hear from you in your new place but I'm sure it will be a few days at least!
Okay- enough babbling- Hello to Pamela, Barb, Elaine (good luck on your run this weekend), Laurie, Jess, and anyone else I may have missed
ShellyC
Hey Carole- I didn't expect an answer so soon from you this morning!
The west coast cheetahs were sure up early today! I am so very happy if what I can tell you provides any help/comfort at all
Your nephew will come through this I am certain. How can he not when he has his Auntie Carole for inspiration? :7 I forgot to ask you how did you do on PLB going up to 65lbs You've set a challenge for me now! Hope you had a relaxing run today!Judy- Thank you so much for keeping us informed on your Dr. appt.
I'm sure it was a relief to you to hear your hip problem wasn't a serious one. In the meantime you are sure getting in some quality workouts! The rest may well make you a better runner in the long run! Glad to hear your going for some good PT.
Cathy- Survivor of the dreaded bikiniwax
Having fun with your Garmin I see! Good job on the 3.5 miles!Marcia- I hear ya about this checkin being addicting! I call it my
cheetahfix. Re: your open house. I understand how you can be disappointed about your turnout but I've never heard of any new business that starts out strongly. The word of mouth will get out and you have the right attitude that's for sure!
Christine- You're having a fun workout day.....love those!
HAPPY B DAY :+ :+ :+ :+ :+ :+ Fill us in on your presents!
Wendy- Your dilemma on your pacing is what I consider a drawback to using these things. You can get TOO focused on the numbers. I like to run by perceived exertion and only occasionally glance at the GPS to check my mileage. If a run is feeling too easy or rough I'll check my pace then. You'll adjust and learn how to use it well.
Hi Katie - my fellow Arizona cheetah! Yes I work 12 hour night shifts 7p-7a 3x/wk. When I miss posting here it's usually because I'm in the middle of a work stretch. Hey, there's nothing like a good run to knock out a headache!!! Good for you in getting yourself out there!!!
Laurie- great job on your run/ bike workout today! I can tell you're really getting back in to the swing of things and feeling
better.
Mattea- you're probably incommunicado now...oh well, best of luck to you our packingfool cheetah! Can't wait to hear from you in your new place but I'm sure it will be a few days at least!
Okay- enough babbling- Hello to Pamela, Barb, Elaine (good luck on your run this weekend), Laurie, Jess, and anyone else I may have missed
ShellyC
Mckmain
Cathlete
Marcia...thank you.....sorry about only 4 showing up, but you have to start somewhere. You will do great.
Christine....you are just so sweet......thank you for your prayers and I will let you know. But I do want B-Day details too!!! I do hope your workout today was a fun one...
Wendy...that is great about your Garmin!! As for your pace...go with the flow...for now..
Katie...thank you. WOW you did great knocking off the time with your 3 miles and having the lingering headache!
Laura...Walmart has some great sales! You will have to let us know how you like your Elliptical..
Cathy...yes I am glad for Shelly and others to have knowledge here where I am in the dark. It is comforting. Glad you survived the wax...pedicures are very nice, you deserve that...
Mattea...thank you for your prayers...we will miss you when you unplug the PC! I am glad you did get some info from the running clinic. Hey, if you like the Crank gel I have some and can ship it to you as I don't use it anymore.....Way to go on 10 miles...
Shelly...yes us West Coast runners are early risers......thank you for your comforting words, they do help and you really have helped me lots. I won't go up with PLB until next Tues, I'll let you know how sore I am......good luck with the 15 miles tomorrow...
I just did the run today. I went 6 miles and it felt good. Now though with lack of sleep I am rather tired...
...sorry about only 4 showing up, but you have to start somewhere. You will do great. Christine....you are just so sweet...
...thank you for your prayers and I will let you know. But I do want B-Day details too!!! I do hope your workout today was a fun one...Wendy...that is great about your Garmin!! As for your pace...go with the flow...for now..
Katie...thank you. WOW you did great knocking off the time with your 3 miles and having the lingering headache!
Laura...Walmart has some great sales! You will have to let us know how you like your Elliptical..
Cathy...yes I am glad for Shelly and others to have knowledge here where I am in the dark. It is comforting. Glad you survived the wax...pedicures are very nice, you deserve that...
Mattea...thank you for your prayers...we will miss you when you unplug the PC! I am glad you did get some info from the running clinic. Hey, if you like the Crank gel I have some and can ship it to you as I don't use it anymore...
..Way to go on 10 miles...Shelly...yes us West Coast runners are early risers...
...thank you for your comforting words, they do help and you really have helped me lots. I won't go up with PLB until next Tues, I'll let you know how sore I am......good luck with the 15 miles tomorrow...I just did the run today. I went 6 miles and it felt good. Now though with lack of sleep I am rather tired...
pace1987
Cathlete
Hello everyone just a quick check in. Today I did Imax 2. I haven't done that one in a while. I had a lot of fun doing it. I remember when I first try this and said their is no way that I will ever be able to do this, well now I can do the whole thing with out modification. Tomorrow I should be going to the gym and do my iClimb workout
Carole I am glad that John is doing a little better today. I know the medication because that is what I take for my panic so It should help
Im glad you got your run in so now you need to rest and hopefully you will get a good night sleep. My prayers are with you and your whole family.
Well I just wanted to say hello to all the other cheetah as I am going to go and have a glass of wine and try to unwind. Good night everyone
Carole I am glad that John is doing a little better today. I know the medication because that is what I take for my panic so It should help
Im glad you got your run in so now you need to rest and hopefully you will get a good night sleep. My prayers are with you and your whole family.
Well I just wanted to say hello to all the other cheetah as I am going to go and have a glass of wine and try to unwind. Good night everyone