::: CHEETAHS ::: Tuesday - Run for sanity!

[RunninTeach]

Good morning, cheetahs!

It wound up being a 14-hour workday for me yesterday, so I had to skip my circuit.

Posh :: AWESOME job with your half, esp. having to fight through cramping! Wow! And hey, I assure you I am a bigger cheesemeister than you. When the Rocky theme comes on my iPod (which is usually kept to shuffle mode), I admit, it does get me pumped. I have a few German folk songs on there that put me in a jolly mood, too. *lol* BTW, are you bringing your iPod to Chicago? Your day yesterday sounded heavenly. Happy anniversary & enjoy! Look forward to seeing some pics.

Wendy :: I tried the Advil when I had that one really bad back flareup, and I found that it also helped with the (minor) knee/lower leg aches that I was getting on some of the long runs. I wore the snakeskin shoes yesterday. The point makes them so long, I tripped over a kid's desk. (Didn't fall, though.) Received many compliments, but I have to go with a more senior citizen-like shoe today. BTW, I think it's a safe assumption that you will definitely be ready to go for the marathon after your 18-miler!

Wendi :: it's good to have ya back!...No, I never did make an appt. with the 2nd neurologist OR the orthopedist. I got a little appointmented-out. *lol* Oh no--you do NOT look like Carrot Top! How do you like the new 'do?

Christine :: OMG, that mountain lion story is freaky! Good news about Sunday's ride, although a 2600 ft. climb still sounds daunting to me. Nice job with LIC. I don't remember her hammering the bi's and tri's on that one, but I have noticed lately that some of the DVDs seem to have a bit of an "imbalance" in the emphasis. Good thing we own 'em all!

Carole :: A follow-up question re: your marathon training...your base mileage--was it up there to begin with? This Sunday, I'm aiming for 20-22, and then the next two long runs call for 8-10. What would your running look like during the week during those two weeks and then the week of the mary? At the moment, I usually run T, R, and F (3-6 miles). Thanks!...A head lamp might get me to re-consider running in the dark. Probably the main reason I don't do it anymore is not being able to see and tripping or turning an ankle, which I do often enough in the daylight. Ack on the sneezing attack! That sounds awful. After 14 miles and all that work, the massage must've rocked!

Jackie :: The feet just get so roughed up that the heavy duty creams help only to a degree. The baby is doing fine although my friend says she sleeps for an hour, drinks an ounce, and repeats. So they are pretty exhausted but over the moon. When things settle a bit for them, I'll go and visit. $4.19? Sheesh! That sure got jacked up quickly.

Linda :: In digesting the information of the different plans and what Carole shared, I'm thinking the lower cutbacks (that is, lower than what Carole does) are in Galloway's schedule because it's a "to finish" program for beginners, and he is pretty conservative. My take on it is that more is better, but the minimum will do, if need be. I was initially thinking of the 13-16 range for last Sunday's run based upon Carole's advice, but then scaled that back to 11 in light of the migraine. Though I only eked out 9, Jeff's plan called for 8-10, so I figure I'm still OK. Are you shooting for a certain time goal?

Karen :: Good for you--and your mom--in staying positive. Lotsa (((HUGS))). Will be hoping for the best.

Gloria :: hope you can nip that cold. That's a sure sign school is back in session, isn't it? The symphony of sneezing has begun, and the germs are rampant.

This afternoon will be a run, for sure. Not letting anything take priority over the miles.

Have a wonderful Tuesday!

 

[gwd]

Good morning ladies!

Gettin ready to pack up lunch and head out the door...gonna be a long one. At least it's supposed to be gorgeous here so, I guess, that's something.

Cathy - Love the today's thread title...so true! I can completely understand you being appointmented out, hon. Uggh, a 14 hour day?!?!?! Did you ahve any idea that was ahead of you or did you have some crisis come up? LOL, oh I was getting to CT status pretty quick. The color always looks kind of funny for the first day and then it tones down. It's kind of mahogany-ish for right now. He's been better about leaving the length alone...I want looooong hair, although I'll never see it happen. The best part of going...he's quite a hottie and the guy has got some gorgeous guns on him!

Karen - Your spirit is amazing...just what your mom and your family need right now. Stay strong, love, and hold onto those positive thoughts. We're here for you whenever, however, you need us. {{{{{{{{MEGA HUGS}}}}}}}}.

Gloria - Yuck sorry about the cold...hope you can shake that one off fast! I don't know how you teachers manage to stay as healthy as you do with all those little walking petri dishes you guys have in class.

Jackie - Holy &^$#%! You guys are running out of gas out there? Ours went up about 15 cents but I can still find it for around $3.69...have seen $3.99 though. I would never have imagined that you have two GK...I'm sure they're beautiful like their grandmom.

Wendy - You made me lol...unfotunately, I have to be there late tonight with kids coming out after school (don't get there until 4:30ish). I hate this time of year. Regardless of whether I get everything done or not I still have to wait for them. I have to admit that the new girl is AWESOME!!!! What a worker! Sorry you were still hobbling yesterday....wise choice to tackle CleanMax.

That's it for me until tonight. I hope everyone has a fantastic day! Ciao for now!

 

[Fit_mommy]

Good Morning Glories.

Aaaahhhh, my lower half is feeling much more normal this morning. Guess rest days really ARE good for something, aina'? Today's work out plan is a short run, a couple CTX u/b parts plus abs. Lots to do in little time but if I don't fart around I can get it done.

Cathy: Guess it's a good thing you don't have bigger feet huh? Glad you didn't fall though. That would NOT have been funny....well, okay...maybe a LEETLE bit but ONLY if you didn't get hurt! A senior citizen shoe? LMBO! Long day yesterday. You must've been tired when you got home. Hope today is shorter. Enjoy your day and your run!

Wendi: Hey, I tried pullin' for ya there but as I suspected....just wishful thinkin'. Glad ya love the new girl though. It's about time they brought in some USEFUL help!

ETA:Oh almost forgot! Gotta add this before I go....I bought a new holder for my ipod nano over the weekend. I have an armband and it's fine but I found a hip clip and used it on Sunday. OMG, it is freakin' AWESOME! So much more comfortable and easier to use! I am done with arm bands forever!

BBL Girls.

 

[JAFitMama]

HI Cheetahs

I missed my usual pleasant Monday computer time. It seems the remnants of Ike blew into this area , literally. We had major power outages yesterday and still have over 6000 people without power. We, fortunately kept our power (but many neighbors were not so lucky) We lost our internet and phone connections for the day. I missed all the news yesterday

Cathy- So what did you snake skin shoes look like? I have to wear 'real' shoes today because i am having lunch with an old friend ( an old Hockey Mom friend from older DS's hockey years) But good news~! I ran 5.2 outside yesterday and my foot was better than the previous 6 miler I did. I rolled and stretched and iced my bunion along with bit of ibuprofin. The Brill exercises are helping also for the bunion.

Posh- Happy Anniversary! So the Maui half went OK?

Jackie- have you had a large increase in gas prices? DH said in Detroit the price of gas went up 40 cents over night last weekend! It did go up here by about 5-8 cents locally so far.

Karen- ~~~~continued prayers~~~~

Yesterday was a successful outdoor 5.2 miler. I gave myself permission to go slow and my PF showed less symptoms than the week before. throughout the day I rolled on a can and stretched and took ibuprofin. I am tempted to do a shorter run tomorrow again before yoga. Today is a full body workout of choice. Maybe MM?

PS- after reading a post about Cathe nutrition v Sparkpeople, I learned about Myfitnesspal from our friend (and former Cheetah) JesJugs. This site has a much larger data base and is more user friendly than Sparkpeople and still free. So needless to say, I switched.

The rest of the week gets busy quick. We have parent night at both high schools, and I have to shop ( food and paper items) for DD's team's regatta this weekend. DH will go to the cheer on DD in her Regatta in between seeing patients on Sunday, and on Thursday afternoon Ds and I are off to Boston for this week's tournament. At least he won't miss classes on Friday, it is Mass of the Holy Spirit and no classes.

 

[andtckrtoo]

Good Morning Cheetahs!

Wendi - VERY cool story! Wow! 70 miles a day would be tough on a bike, let a lone on a run across country! What an amazing man! And he sells you your shoes? You are in the company of giants, girl! I have the admit that Forest Gump popped into my head, too. I don’t hate tricep work, but I do get tired of the endless tri and bi reps. Good job on a nice clean lunch! Sounds delish! Hope you get in your run. Glad to hear the new girl is a hard worker!

Karen – So sorry to hear about your mom! I will keep her in my prayers. Glad running is helping keep you sane. It’s wonderful for that, isn’t it?

Gloria – hope you’re feeling better soon! Good job on the run!

Jackie – Between Wall Street and the cost of gas – I am very worried for a lot of people. It seriously looks as if we’re heading south recession-wise. Amazing on the running out of gas! We’re not seeing anything here, but if we start, I can park the car and ride my bike, but I know many people do not have that option. World Markets are crashing right now. Very scary.

Wendy – Good job on the cleaning! I hate laundry, too – I do it daily or basically (not as much as there used to be with 2 out of 3 kids gone) so it doesn’t pile up. Oh I’m sorry to hear your Tony disc was messed up – I was looking forward to the review. I totally hear you on the Cheetahs! Without the Cheetahs, I would never have run my two halfs or any where near as far as I have!! Enjoy your hip clip! Sounds great, actually!

Cathy – That’s a seriously long work day! Wow! Hope today is shorter for you! I don’t think any circuit really hammer anything, seriously, but there are three circuits – one on shoulders, one on back and chest and one on bis and tris. I’d rather work the larger muscle groups longer, but that’s me. Yes, it is a good thing we own ‘em all!

Judy – Ooh, sorry to hear you had to deal with Ike. He was not a pleasant guy. Glad you kept your power, but… I tried MyFitnessPal but they had my calorie count so low that I would not survive. Maybe I can go and reset something.

Today is a light ride. I have to get my bike to the shop today to have it tuned before my ride on Sunday. I’m going to work from home, too. DD15’s not feeling very well. She’ll go to school, but it’s her early day, so I want to be here when she gets home. Have a great day all!

 

[Mckmain]

Good morning cheetahs

Cathy...yes, for most of my marathons before starting training I had a 40 mile weekly base. As for your other question about the weekly distances, I don't think the last 2 weeks you would need anymore 6 milers. 3-5 would be fine on your running days. The headlamp would be good for a running in the dark option. I am not a huge fan of running in the dark and would not do it alone most likely. The massage was wonderful.....Enjoy your run today.

Wendi...I am sure a headlamp is in the future for DH! I do hope to do another marathon. You are right about reading the labels. It is funny as I have always read labels, now I just look for different things. I have been lucky not to have a sneezing incident while driving. At least your friend did not hurt the bus.....So did you get your hair done? Great story you posted...that guy is amazing.

Wendy...this probably the 1st time I have ever paid attention to sodium on labels. Some of the frozen stuff is so bad. I was watching TV and saw another endless Nutri-System ad. I started to wonder how their daily sodium with all that packaged food would turn out!! Enjoy your run and CTX parts.

Judy..sorry Ike took your internet and phone yesterday! I entered my info in Myfitnesspal just for fun. I about choked when it said for me to eat 1200 cals a day to loose weight!! Cathe's program at least has a range of 1260-1760 which has worked well for me so far. I didn't see any other info you would get on that site besides cals, carbs, fat and protein. I think it is so important to see how much of the vitamins and minerals you consume, and I have saved money as I only take one vitamin now!! I used to take about 5-7 before using Cathe's program.

Christine..cute little hedgehog!! Yes, Cathe does do some killer bi and tri work in LIC. No, it was not cool yesterday except for the Am. I saw a high of 104. Should cool down now though (or so they say!). I did startle a black bear once during a trail run...thankfully he ran away uphill.....scared the crap out of me though. Since you have been getting in some killer rides maybe Woodside having a climb of 2600 instead of 4600 could be a good thing. Enjoy your light ride today. I hope DD15 is feeling better later.

Jackie...in the winter months I can stay in the shower forever after a long run. I end up looking like a prune!! I have been avoiding most packaged foods because the sodium is outraegeous! Gas prices are just crazy!

Linda...funny you mention Schwann's as a rep came around last week to the whole neighborhood to touch base. Gave me 3 ice cream bars which DH loved! I did check out their catalog, some stuff was not too bad.

Karen...sorry about the bad day yesterday....sending {{HUGS}}} and continued thoughts and prayers for your Mom and your family. I agree running is a great stress reliever.

Gloria...salt has never really bloated me. But I like the benefits of cutting it back...

The massage was just what I needed yesterday. I ended up with a bit of poison oak from working in Mom's yard! I hate this itching!!! Today is an oldie, the original Imax and CTX LL.

Have a great day...

 

[jamarba]

Good morning Cheetahs!

Wendy - Sorry your Tony workout is messed up. Check out that Chalean Extreme and tell me what it's all about. Don't know what to say about gas prices. State has been getting complaints of gouging. I paid $3.69 last week. Glad the legs are better. Have a good run!

Cathy - Long day yesterday! Whew! Laughing at you and the pointy toe shoe. Kinda like learning to walk in stilletoes. Oh, the pleasures of parenthood. Don't miss those days at all. Glad your friends are enjoying the new bundle of joy. Enjoy your run today.

Wendi - Do you pack a cooler for all day? Think since I started bringing my cooler to work, I've seen a lot more people come in with one. I pack 2 snacks and a lunch in mine along with my water. Reports are we ran out of gas because people heard there would be a shortage and the price would increase. There were long lines at the pump Friday. So, I decided to wait until Monday because I still had half a tank. Sam's is the cheapest place to buy. Other places were 10-20 cents higher. Thank you for the beautiful compliment. Did you get that run in?

Judy - Glad you have power today. Hate missing out on things. Lost power for 2 hours Saturday night and thought I would go crazy. Enjoy lunch and glad the foot feels better. Gas went up by about 30 cents within hours on Friday. It's up 40-50 cents more than last week today. Just don't know how some people are dealing with this. I cut my speed when I have to work in the other office to try and save.

Christine - You're lucky you can ride your bike to work. I'm about 3 miles away from work. So, it's not too bad for me and I get reimbursed when I work in the Jackson office. I also try to combine trips and if I need anything from the malls, I stop on days I work in Jackson. Really, really scary! Nice you can work from home today. Hope DD feels better. Enjoy your light ride.

Carole - My DBF uses Nutri System. The way they plan the meals, he probably gets around 2400mg of sodium. That's 3 meals and 3 snacks. He will add extra fruits and veggies. He's starting to mix things up with other food now. That would be too much sodium for me on a daily basis because I want to stay below that amount as much as possible. Glad you enjoyed your massage. Yuk on the poison oak! Hope the itching eases up. Enjoy your workout today.

Shelly - How are things going with you?

I did iTread #13 Sprints and Winsor Pilates Back. Figure if I can keep up with the runners, then keeping a 9-10 minute pace for a longer run should be easier.

Have a great day!

 

[karenvictoria]

Good morning girls. Today is a new day and I started it off by running a 7 mile tempo run. Pretty busy with shcool and then later dad and I are going to make his healthy dinners. I labeled all the tupperware for him and the days he should eat and take what. Going to be a long cooking session with him. Mom's spirits are good and hopefully they will stay this way. I hope the stones pass soon and that she only has one thing to deal with and not eveything.

 

[Fit_mommy]

Good Afternoon Peeps.

I ran 3.40 miles with Grace after work today. Plan to do CTX once DS is down for a nap a little later. This is because I chose to eat instead of work out when I got home from my run.

Karen: Nice job on your run this morning. Great way to de-stress but it can be hard to get goin' at first. You did really good! Enjoy cooking with your dad. So sweet of you to do all of this to take the pressure off of him. I'm sure he will be quite thankful.

Jackie: I checked out the Chalean preview. It was a work out in the series called Lean Circuit #2 I believe. It was a mixture of weights and cardio. Not sure what to make of it with just a preview. I'll have to actually do the work out one day to really know. She does lots of compound weight work in it.

Carole: Ouch the combo of IMAX and LL should burn the legs good today. Enjoy it! Oh all of those pre-packaged frozen foods like Lean Cuisine and Nutri-system and Jenny Craig are all way high in sodium BUT for the person who is just starting out trying to lose weight I think it's okay and a good jumping off point. They certainly do work but I think ultimately everyone should eventually wean themselves off of that frozen food diet and learn how to create their own meals that will still allow them to lose or maintain the weight and be better for them.

Christine: From what Tony said at the beginning of the disc, I think the One on One abs disc is a combo of P90 and P90X ab moves to make one 30 minute ab work out. I'm sure it's as a burner. Perhaps I shouldn't ask for a replacement! Sorry DD isn't feeling well. Good timing with the earlier dismissal. She can come home and rest and hopefully she'll feel better quickly.

Judy: Sorry about the storm you had to endure but I guess you were lucky not to lose full power in your home. Nothing is worse for me then losing my internet connection! EEGADS, it drives me insane!

Holy moly, I just looked at the clock...if I don't leave NOW to go get DS from school I'm gonna be LAAATE!

 

[cwsoxfan]

Afternoon Cheetahs!

Why do Monday's go by so quickly!?!! I didn't sit down until I collapsed into bed. Anyway, I started out Monday's workout on the treadmill, but after 15 minutes, the blisters (each of my heels) I acquired from Sat's run got the best of me. I quickly switched to the EXT for 40 minutes then did B&G all standing, and then foam rolling. Today, I tried to run again, but it hurt even more. Somehow the bandaids came off and out of the shoe. So, I hopped on the spin bike for 15 minute w/u for 4D-back and biceps, followed by B&G-stability ball abs. I do plan to get a little more cardio in before the afternoon is through. My kids will get home an hour later today, so that gives me a little more time.

Let me go see what's going on in the den.

 

[cwsoxfan]

Personals:

Carole ~ Which games did you end up watching after the 14 miles? WTG, btw! Dh had the Chargers on, but I wasn't really watching it. They should have won! Wow! That was a lot of sodium in one serving. That's why I like making as many things from scratch. My kids keeping telling my I'm not using enough salt though. I tell them they have to retrain their taste buds. ha ha. I still want to start using the nutrition software. Need to get more time...

Cathy ~ IA I would rather run in the rain than hot & humid weather. You know, I finally went to the doctor and he said the nauseousness was due to stress. Didn't know stress could make you feel like that. At least I know now and I'm trying to get a handle on it. Running has and will continue to be my outlet. I'm trying to get DH to catch the running fever. I know it will help him too.

Linda ~ That's nice your friend sticks with you no matter what! That was cute about your grandson. Was that the Journey to the Center of the Earth movie? My kids enjoyed that one too.

Christine ~ The condo sounds wonderful. Yep, a GTG is in order. That's an interesting way to use LIC. I'll have to write that one down too. lol'd at that picture!

Posh ~ Loved reading your race details. WTG!!! Wow...cramps and all! Happy Anniversary!

Wendy ~ I did take a rest day and glad I did. I ended up getting my Costco run out of the way and guess what??? The rain stopped as I was pulling into the garage. Figures!!! lol The kids and I pulled out their baby movies. That's what we did the rest of the day. DS9 said those were the good ol' days. LOL! Leave it to my boy! Are you still doing your long run tomorrow?

Wendi ~ Imax 2 & Imax 3 one day, Viper the next?!?! woo hoo! Thanks for the thoughts. It's going over here...some days are good and some not so good. My mil will have another surgery soon. I pray we get some good news after that.

Jackie ~ It looked like rain all day y-day, but nothing. It's weird though for soccer to be cancelled three days in a row though. The fields may still be too wet for practice tonight. Nice workouts! I'm scared to see what the prices of gas are. I should have filled up this weekend.

Karen ~ (((HUGS))) I'm sorry. I know it's not easy with the kids. Our kids are close in age. They are definitely having trouble with all of this. They know what's going on too, but we try not to say too much. It's hard. We struggle with how much to tell them. Keep on running girl...that's what's working for me. I'll keep her in my prayers. What's your mom's name?

Gloria ~ Sending healing {{{VIBES}}}.

Judy ~ There's major flooding up here. It's unbelievable. Thankfully we just have some roads closed, but nothing like the western suburbs. Oh my! GLad you were able to get out for a pain free run.

Hi to the rest of the Cheetahs posting after this.

Better post this before I lose it.

 

[karenvictoria]

Just got finished cooking with my dad. He did well. I gave him very simple jobs , like what to add to each tray and peeling the corn on the cob. I know I may have said before he had an anyersm so his short term memory is not good. I wrote them out a huge memo board of what to do so hopefully he can read and understand it for the most part. My mom will help him. It was killing her to sit in the chair and what us do all the work she normally does.

Dallas- My mom's name is Aleksandra but her friends call her Sandy. Never in a million years did I think she would be the one who needed taking care of over my dad. She is so self sufficient. When those stones are gone I know she will be back to her old self again Chemo and all. I knew you were having health concerns with dh but I didnt' know what they were. I know you can relate to all of this especially with the kids. My prayers are with you too. Too bad we don't live closer we could have a running party for ourselves.

Thanks for letting me vent my other Cheetahs. I hope I'm not overstepping but venting all of this. Thanks for your prayers and patience. I truly care for all of you. Now I'm off to get to soccer and then baths and then dinner. ECK

 

[Fit_mommy]

Hey Girls.

Just poppin' in to report my work out. I'll be back after DS is in bed to do personals. I ran 3.40 miles with ITread 1/40 minutes right after work and then while Joey was napping after school I did CTX Triceps and the abs from Power Circuit.

Gotta go for now but I'll be back!

Toodles!

 

[jamarba]

Hi Ladies!

Karen - Good run today! Great idea to help your dad with his meals. Glad your mom's in good spirits. Hope the stones pass soon. Vent all you need to. That's what we're hear for.

Wendy - Sometimes you just have to eat instead of work out. Good job with the workouts!

Dallas - Sorry for the blisters interfering with your runs. Ouch!!! Glad you had a good substitute. Didn't know stress could cause nausea either. Knew a headache could cause it though. You have a lot going on these days. Did soccer practice happen today?

Alarm company came out and hopefully fixed my problem today. Had to move the contacts over some. Pushed on the door really hard and didn't set the alarm off.

Have a good night!

 

[gwd]

Good evening ladies!

So I lucked out and got home just a little after 6....YAY! Gives me time to catch up on personals.....

Wendy - Great workout mish mosh you cooked up today! Glad to hear you're rockin that new hip clip! Can you believe that I still have *never* run with my mp3? Call me paranoid, especially with guinea pigs and bears in the neighborhood *LOL*, I like to hear what's going on around me at all times. Oh, speaking of which, remember when my house got broken into last year around this time....well, there have now been three new break ins in the past two weeks, sheesh! I am *very* aware of my surroundings these days!

Judy - Sorry that Ike decided to visit your area...we were pretty much spared here. So glad to hear that you had a great run!!! Must feel good to get back out there again. My, have you got *quite* the week ahead! I headed over to MFP and, although the database *is* much more extensive, I just about spit my coffee out when it said that I should consume 1200 cal/day to lose a lb a week. Considering that, just between work and workouts, I burn an average of 2000-2300 cals a day me thinks that might be a tad low.

Christine - I, too, thought that even on a bike that would be some feat! IA that things are getting pretty scary on the economy front...has been for a bit now. I can tell ya that it's doing a number on the horse industry. Hope DD is feeling better.

Carole - Have you got a mary in mind? Glad you enjoyed the massage but, why oh why would you then torture yourself with Imax AND LL!?!?! Yup, no more Carrot Top. ITA about being able to see all the info pertaining to vits/mins...been a real learning experience. Oh, BTW, I came oh-so-close to ya last week and scored a 3.96...blasted niacin (over, as usual).

Jackie - Great job on the sprints and the WP. Ah, so it was more of a "the sky is falling" reaction, huh? Our prices actually dropped a bit this afternoon...go figure *shrugs*. Had to *LOL* about the cooler...couldn't survive without it. I get made fun of because of it cuz I bring soooo much food with me. Usually a salad, some yogurt with fruit and almonds, hard boiled egg white with guacamole, veggies and baba ghannouj, some kind of bean/veggie salad, slice of sprouted flaxseed bread with almond butter and a couple pieces of fruit. Told ya it was a lot...need to have some emergency rations for the later nights. Oh, and I eat my egg white omelet and steel cut oatmeal in the car on the way to work...I know, *bad* Wendi for eating and driving.

Karen - Glad to hear that you had a great, mind-clearing, stress relieving run! Sounds like you've got everything in order for your mom and dad...they are truly blessed people to have you there. Never, *ever*, feel like you are overstepping your bounds here! Got that? Like I've said before, that's what we're here for. Sometimes there's just no other place that you can take this kind of stuff.

Dallas - Oh, ouchie on the blisters! Great job mixing it up though and finding alternatives! Your kids sound like my DSO with regards to salt lol...although he *is* getting better. Glad to hear that you've come through all that weather relatively unscathed. I wish your MIL the best of luck with her next surgery.

Posh - Hope you're having the most wonderful anniversary getaway!

Cathy - Hope you were able to get that run in tonight. I almost *joined* you as I got home early enough and still had a leetle energy to burn but figured it was probably going to be too close time-wise to tomorrow morning's 6am run so I nixed that idea.

Shelly - Hope you're able to come up for air soon! We miss ya love!

Waves hi to Linda, Gloria and Lorie!

Must jump in shower and get into bed before Biggest Loser starts...feel free to make jokes. I find it very inspiring. Hasta manana amigas!

 

[JAFitMama]

Hi !

Carole - did you really do an Imax and LL? yikes! I did LL and then ME upper body split. And that was plenty. I agree about the recommended calorie totals. But I understand those numbers to be for a sedentary person before adding in calories from exercise. I always addin caloreis form exercise. tonight for some reason I am still hungry after 1800+ calories.

Christine & Wendi- IA about the low calorei total, see note to caroel

Cathy- I found decent comfortable shoeswith a slight heel. i bought them on the way to lunch and I had tham on all say with no pain.
http://www.munroshoes.com/popupshoe...t=CINDI&desc=Black Stretch Fabric&sku=M207487

Wendi- So you are not a natural red head? I am not a natural blond either.

Dallas - ohh these days are so busy wtih active kids. TG you are into running. it would have done me a world of good to run when my kids were smaller. i did play Tennis though and do Cathe dvd's ( after progressing form the firm)

Christine- Was DD ill?

Posh- How is DD doingat her new school?

Gloria- I hope you get rid of your cold quickly!

So instead on one TB workout, I did Leaner Legs and then Upper body split of ME. Good combination! I last did LL in January!