Sorry for the delay... I was learning to readjust to Eastern Standard Time! ;)
Ok....Day 3! Well, Sunday was a bit chillier than the previous days and everyone was moving a LOT slower....a LOT! I arrived at camp at 5:45 to find not many tents down....interesting. Maybe everyone thought that Saturday was a bad dream and they could do it for real! No luck! A beautiful sunrise started the day... I must admit, San Diego does know how to start the day right...even the portapotties had a great view! :)
Well, Liz and I started off the morning in the front 1/3 of the pack...yes, Amy up front! Something must be wrong. :) No, everyone is still in their sleeping bags.
We made our way through a few cute little neighborhoods with cute little yards...very little yards...two passes on a lawn mower would be all it took to mow it. Then back along Mission Bay to a great cheering station with lots of early morning support. Along the water we continued to met up with this cute guy cheering near the Hilton! Yes, that is Jeff! :)
Yes, still along the water and more water and more water and over some bridges and under some freeways and finally into Old Town San Diego. Sounds pretty beign...yeah right! That's when we saw THE hill! I turned to Liz and asked if they were joking! Nope, they weren't! So the gradual slope turned into a steeper peak but about 40 people with pink pompoms and signs were enough to make you at least want to try the hill....and try we did. Ok...I stopped twice just to stretch those poor little calf muscles...they were screaming! So we conquered that hill...yes! Down, yes, down hill now through some great neighborhoods. Lunch was in a quaint park. I was amazed to see so many people in line for the medical tent. Lots of strained muscles and blisters. See, training does help! :)
So we were back on the route by noon and only 4 miles to go until Petco Park...only 4 miles...damn at that rate we could have stopped at every bar along the way and still made it! :) At least this part was ALL downhill. We snaked through sections of Mission Hills and down near Balboa Park and near the Zoo. The support along this section was INCREDIBLE. They must of known just how tired we all were by then! One final pitstop...the chair massage was tempting but I was more afraid of not being able to get back up afterward. So down, down, down the hill we continued...over the freeway and working our way through downtown. The support was still there every step. Finally, we arrived... PETCO Park! Thousands of family and friends waited outside of the stadium. That feeling of crossing the finish line and entering the tot lot section of the stadium was intense. Only walkers and crew allowed in....5,000+ people was plenty...adding family and friends would have been overload! As we entered the tot lot a line of walkers greeted us offering Hi-5s and cheers! That's the way to finish! Hugs and tears everywhere! We did it!
Closing ceremonies began with the long walk. Arm in arm 12 people wide we walked into the stadium's parking lot. Each of us knowing we had accomplished something extraordinary, something special, something that would make other people question our sanity! For 3 Days we walked together as one...for the same cause and same purpose. Intense, yes. Insane....a bit.
This event has made me realize that to do this walk again, you would have to follow the training schedule to the T! 4 days a week of walking plus crosstraining for 24 weeks. Be warned... this area is not for the faint of heart of casual trainer. This walk even made people from the San Diego area weak in the knees and even put them in the medical tent.
All things considered, it was a great experience and something that I can cross of my list plus I got to hang out with the San Jose Bike Cops. Gotta love those boys in Pink! :)
HUGS!
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Monday, November 13, 2006
San Diego 3-Day - Day 2
Ok...I am back. Rested and wide awake! ;)
Day 2~ Well, my morning started with a line...yes, line at the medical tent. There was at least 50 people in line ahead of me...no lie! But lucky me...I have the red ticket..I mean card so I get to cut to the front of the line...yeah, me, I'm in the front of the pack! ;) So now Captain Jack's first mate gave me the once over and told me to drink, drink, drink...duh! Once I took the oath never to visit them again, I was given my credientials back..YEAH!
Julie and her team were already out on the route, enjoying the great views along the way. As I set out with Liz, sweep captain from Tampa, we took in all the sites, waves, sand, cheering kids, cute joggers ;) The pit stops were great and the cheer stations were incredible. There is nothing to get you motivated to conquer another mountain like a little boy holding a sign that says "Go Walkers I love you mommy".... come on, how can you not at least try the mountain!
Well, try the mountain we shall....up the hill, up the hill, up the hill. :) Lunch was at a great park on the ocean where Saturday soccer games and rugby matches were taking place. Lots of people and support. We then passed a dog beach with lots of dogs wearing pink to show their support. :) We then turned onto Sunset CLIFFS Blvd...we should have known by the name we were in trouble. Yes, it was a cliff! Up the cliff we went, one step at a time with lots of supporters along the way. It's amazing what chocolate and smiles can do to weary feet and legs. :) At the top of the cliff....ooops Hill, I hooked up with the Diversity sweep team...supporting everyone from AA-DD! Gotta love them! ;) Thank goodness for them...they saved me from...yes, get this... Hill Street. It's great that the city of San Diego was kind enough to actually name their street as a description of the terrain! No lie the incline was at least 45 degree angle...ouch! Well, I swept to the top or at least what I thought was the top....there was more! So up Hill Street I go and then down, down, down. The views of downtown San Diego were incredible. I met with some amazing women on the downward trek from the hill. Their stories and great attitudes definitely keep you going. Plus I had the opportunity to talk some of them into crewing as well. :) GO CREW!
There was also another great pheomenon that happens on the San Diego 3-Day...the San Jose Police Department Bike Squad. 32 of San Jose's finest on mountain bikes and in pink...what is there not to love! For those unfamiliar with the geography of California...San Jose is located north...way north near Sacramento. These guys use their vacation time every year to come down here and ride along with us...with boomboxes and lots of smiles...plus they do have a calendar...which I still need to find out where I can buy one! Yes, it's hot! :)
Well, Day 2 ended with a great sunset near SeaWorld. Absolutely beautiful. The sea of blue tents was a welcome sight after a long hard day! Camp is incredible...just imagine 2,000+ tents taking over a state park! Incredible!
Ok...Day 3 to come later! HUGS! :)
Day 2~ Well, my morning started with a line...yes, line at the medical tent. There was at least 50 people in line ahead of me...no lie! But lucky me...I have the red ticket..I mean card so I get to cut to the front of the line...yeah, me, I'm in the front of the pack! ;) So now Captain Jack's first mate gave me the once over and told me to drink, drink, drink...duh! Once I took the oath never to visit them again, I was given my credientials back..YEAH!
Julie and her team were already out on the route, enjoying the great views along the way. As I set out with Liz, sweep captain from Tampa, we took in all the sites, waves, sand, cheering kids, cute joggers ;) The pit stops were great and the cheer stations were incredible. There is nothing to get you motivated to conquer another mountain like a little boy holding a sign that says "Go Walkers I love you mommy".... come on, how can you not at least try the mountain!
Well, try the mountain we shall....up the hill, up the hill, up the hill. :) Lunch was at a great park on the ocean where Saturday soccer games and rugby matches were taking place. Lots of people and support. We then passed a dog beach with lots of dogs wearing pink to show their support. :) We then turned onto Sunset CLIFFS Blvd...we should have known by the name we were in trouble. Yes, it was a cliff! Up the cliff we went, one step at a time with lots of supporters along the way. It's amazing what chocolate and smiles can do to weary feet and legs. :) At the top of the cliff....ooops Hill, I hooked up with the Diversity sweep team...supporting everyone from AA-DD! Gotta love them! ;) Thank goodness for them...they saved me from...yes, get this... Hill Street. It's great that the city of San Diego was kind enough to actually name their street as a description of the terrain! No lie the incline was at least 45 degree angle...ouch! Well, I swept to the top or at least what I thought was the top....there was more! So up Hill Street I go and then down, down, down. The views of downtown San Diego were incredible. I met with some amazing women on the downward trek from the hill. Their stories and great attitudes definitely keep you going. Plus I had the opportunity to talk some of them into crewing as well. :) GO CREW!
There was also another great pheomenon that happens on the San Diego 3-Day...the San Jose Police Department Bike Squad. 32 of San Jose's finest on mountain bikes and in pink...what is there not to love! For those unfamiliar with the geography of California...San Jose is located north...way north near Sacramento. These guys use their vacation time every year to come down here and ride along with us...with boomboxes and lots of smiles...plus they do have a calendar...which I still need to find out where I can buy one! Yes, it's hot! :)
Well, Day 2 ended with a great sunset near SeaWorld. Absolutely beautiful. The sea of blue tents was a welcome sight after a long hard day! Camp is incredible...just imagine 2,000+ tents taking over a state park! Incredible!
Ok...Day 3 to come later! HUGS! :)
Sunday, November 12, 2006
San Diego 3-Day ---- DONE!
Ok... First of all I want to apologize for not getting this posts up sooner. This 3-Day has been a definitely challenge! Challenge being the key word. First of all, Julie and I are fine and we have finished the walk basically unscathed. Not the say things didn't arise along the way.
If you are thinking of doing San Diego in 2007, one word of advice...MOVE! To San Diego! Despite all of our training walks and days of incline treadmill training and even some walks in Clermont, nothing could prepare us for what we would encounter. Even people who live in San Diego said this walk was tough!
Day one~ Getting over 5,000 participants and their family and friends into one location can be a challenge. Opening ceremonies started 30 minutes late, thus pushing everything back. Then getting everyone out on the route...which was absolutely goregous, was interesting. We started the route with a hill..surprise, surprise. We then made our way up to the Pacific Coast Highway and along the coast up to Torre Pines Reserve. Well, that's when the fun began. There was a pit stop at the bottom of the hill who should I say...mountain. Well, after some refueling we trudged up that hill. Well, I unfortunately got a touch of food poisoning on Thursday night, thus proving that even the training walk leader is subject to visits to the medical tent. By the top of the hill, my "refueling" efforts were left at the top of the hill...if you know what I am saying. ;) Thank goodness for the medical director at the top of the mountain..I mean hill. Well, that's when I got to experience the another aspect of the 3-Day...the medical tent! I was bussed to lunch where I then sent the next 2 hours with Captain Jack Sparrow...AKA the Head of Medical Services. During this time, the captain and other mates of the ship pulled my credientials and red carded me...blasted squally wags. So before my journey on the medical transport express, I touched base with Julie, being the trooper she is up those hills and more hills. She was doing ok...just some aches and pains of all those hills. So as Julie started another hill...way to go Julie, I climbed into a Chevy Impala and was chaurferred back to camp. I was welcomed at camp by a lovely staff of red shirted medical angels...or devils. They ushered me back to my own personal burrito wrapper and hooked me up to the blood pressure cuff from hell. Well, other 2 and 1/2 hours in the wrapper, they cut me loose! Thank god! There is nothing that 10 hours of sleep won't cure! Thank goodness Jeff was here to take care of me! :) Julie finished Day One with a new appreciation of bio-freeze and motrin. Way to go Julie! You ROCK! ;)
Ok...enough about Day One...and I am pooped so I am off to bed. Day 2 and 3 tomorrow! :)
If you are thinking of doing San Diego in 2007, one word of advice...MOVE! To San Diego! Despite all of our training walks and days of incline treadmill training and even some walks in Clermont, nothing could prepare us for what we would encounter. Even people who live in San Diego said this walk was tough!
Day one~ Getting over 5,000 participants and their family and friends into one location can be a challenge. Opening ceremonies started 30 minutes late, thus pushing everything back. Then getting everyone out on the route...which was absolutely goregous, was interesting. We started the route with a hill..surprise, surprise. We then made our way up to the Pacific Coast Highway and along the coast up to Torre Pines Reserve. Well, that's when the fun began. There was a pit stop at the bottom of the hill who should I say...mountain. Well, after some refueling we trudged up that hill. Well, I unfortunately got a touch of food poisoning on Thursday night, thus proving that even the training walk leader is subject to visits to the medical tent. By the top of the hill, my "refueling" efforts were left at the top of the hill...if you know what I am saying. ;) Thank goodness for the medical director at the top of the mountain..I mean hill. Well, that's when I got to experience the another aspect of the 3-Day...the medical tent! I was bussed to lunch where I then sent the next 2 hours with Captain Jack Sparrow...AKA the Head of Medical Services. During this time, the captain and other mates of the ship pulled my credientials and red carded me...blasted squally wags. So before my journey on the medical transport express, I touched base with Julie, being the trooper she is up those hills and more hills. She was doing ok...just some aches and pains of all those hills. So as Julie started another hill...way to go Julie, I climbed into a Chevy Impala and was chaurferred back to camp. I was welcomed at camp by a lovely staff of red shirted medical angels...or devils. They ushered me back to my own personal burrito wrapper and hooked me up to the blood pressure cuff from hell. Well, other 2 and 1/2 hours in the wrapper, they cut me loose! Thank god! There is nothing that 10 hours of sleep won't cure! Thank goodness Jeff was here to take care of me! :) Julie finished Day One with a new appreciation of bio-freeze and motrin. Way to go Julie! You ROCK! ;)
Ok...enough about Day One...and I am pooped so I am off to bed. Day 2 and 3 tomorrow! :)
Thursday, November 09, 2006
Wednesday, November 8th - Disneyland
Ok, day two of our time away. Well we were wide awake way too early this morning....like 5:20am...a lovely wake up call from the East Coast! Lovely!
So there we were off to a great breakfast at Goofy's Kitchen however, Wallie and Faith had a slightly different idea of how to start the day. They stoled our camera and went on a little adventure of their own. Be on the look out for their photos to get online really soon.
Well, we finally caught up with them there were running around California Adventure and causing trouble...yes, they must be from Lakeland! :)
We went to Disneyland later in the day and did a whole bunch of fun things...Indiana Jones, new Pirates ride and the haunted Manison all decked out for the holidays...way cool.
Back to the room for a quick rest of the feet and then off to dinner at the ESPNZone.
OK...it's now time for bed.....I must sleep.
HUGS! :)
So there we were off to a great breakfast at Goofy's Kitchen however, Wallie and Faith had a slightly different idea of how to start the day. They stoled our camera and went on a little adventure of their own. Be on the look out for their photos to get online really soon.
Well, we finally caught up with them there were running around California Adventure and causing trouble...yes, they must be from Lakeland! :)
We went to Disneyland later in the day and did a whole bunch of fun things...Indiana Jones, new Pirates ride and the haunted Manison all decked out for the holidays...way cool.
Back to the room for a quick rest of the feet and then off to dinner at the ESPNZone.
OK...it's now time for bed.....I must sleep.
HUGS! :)
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Tuesday, November 7th - Orlando-Chicago-San Diego-Disneyland
Day 1 - Travel Day!
Well, our day started bright and early at 4am to get up and running to make our first flight at 6:25am to foggy Chicago. After the past few busy weeks of final preparations, the flight was a great opportunity to catch up on some much needed sleep. I missed the drink cart twice while I was catching some zzzz.
We landed early in Chicago to some chilly weather...it was only 48 degrees and yes, Jeff was wearing shorts! Yes, everyone was checking out those legs! :)
After a little layover, we were back on the plane and on our way to San Diego. It was much warmer weather! As we approached San Diego, we got a lovely view of all those HILLS here in San Diego. Oh boy.... :)
We then picked up our rental car and our other friendly Florida traveler, Liz (sweep vans in Tampa) and we were off to Disneyland! Yeah! After 1 1/2 hours on Interstate 5 and dealing with lots of wonderful California traffic...yes, Jeff LOVES driving in California ;)
We checked into our room and then we were off to Disneyland for some people watching and some parade watching.
OK...the time change is catching up with us so it's off to sleep!
See you all in the morning!
HUGS! :)
Well, our day started bright and early at 4am to get up and running to make our first flight at 6:25am to foggy Chicago. After the past few busy weeks of final preparations, the flight was a great opportunity to catch up on some much needed sleep. I missed the drink cart twice while I was catching some zzzz.
We landed early in Chicago to some chilly weather...it was only 48 degrees and yes, Jeff was wearing shorts! Yes, everyone was checking out those legs! :)
After a little layover, we were back on the plane and on our way to San Diego. It was much warmer weather! As we approached San Diego, we got a lovely view of all those HILLS here in San Diego. Oh boy.... :)
We then picked up our rental car and our other friendly Florida traveler, Liz (sweep vans in Tampa) and we were off to Disneyland! Yeah! After 1 1/2 hours on Interstate 5 and dealing with lots of wonderful California traffic...yes, Jeff LOVES driving in California ;)
We checked into our room and then we were off to Disneyland for some people watching and some parade watching.
OK...the time change is catching up with us so it's off to sleep!
See you all in the morning!
HUGS! :)
Internet issues...
ok...I have lots of fun photos from this great travel day but I am having trouble getting the pictures uploaded.....so, I'll just share what we are doing and get the photos up ASAP... :)
Friday, November 03, 2006
Last Walk of 2006 - Saturday, November 4th - 7am
Ok...it's the last official training walk of 2006... We will be walking in Clermont at Lake Minneola starting at Waterfront Park. The park is located between East Avenue and Eighth Street. There is a $2.00 parking fee.
We will be meeting at 7am. I have a 6 mile walk through the area planned.
Please RSVP if you are attending!
Thanks for a great year of training! :)
We will be meeting at 7am. I have a 6 mile walk through the area planned.
Please RSVP if you are attending!
Thanks for a great year of training! :)
Friday, October 27, 2006
Sunday, October 29th - Ft. Wilderness
When: October 29th - 7am (don't forget to set your clocks BACK!)
Where: Ft. Wilderness Campground - Disney World We will meet near the Kennel. Follow the signs to park for the Hoop-Dee-Do Review and Pioneer Hall.
MapQuest Address: 4510 N Fort Wilderness Trl, Orlando, FL 32830
Mileage: 7 miles - easy pace - 5 miles - BREAKFAST - 2 miles - done!
Yes, that says Breakfast! :) We will be stopping at Trails End for breakfast.
Just RSVP so we know who to expect! :)
Where: Ft. Wilderness Campground - Disney World We will meet near the Kennel. Follow the signs to park for the Hoop-Dee-Do Review and Pioneer Hall.
MapQuest Address: 4510 N Fort Wilderness Trl, Orlando, FL 32830
Mileage: 7 miles - easy pace - 5 miles - BREAKFAST - 2 miles - done!
Yes, that says Breakfast! :) We will be stopping at Trails End for breakfast.
Just RSVP so we know who to expect! :)
Saturday, October 28th - Downtown Orlando
Ok... a few of you have asked when we are walking, well, here we go....
My original plan was to go to Clermont and do the "Super Target" Hill...however Mother Nature is not totally cooperating. With the weather forecast of rain and wind for tomorrow morning, and Julie and I not really wanted to risk injury this close to our event, I have come up with Plan B!
When: Saturday, October 28th, 7am
Where: Parking garage behind City Hall in Downtown Orlando
Mapquest Directions: Orlando City Hall 400 S Orange AveOrlando, FL 32801
Distance: Unknown....we will be walking till about 9am.
We will met on the first floor of the garage at 7am and basically doing laps. I know....more fun than you all can possilbly stand! :) But hills are hills...some are just made of concrete! :)
If you would like to join us, just RSVP. See you then!
My original plan was to go to Clermont and do the "Super Target" Hill...however Mother Nature is not totally cooperating. With the weather forecast of rain and wind for tomorrow morning, and Julie and I not really wanted to risk injury this close to our event, I have come up with Plan B!
When: Saturday, October 28th, 7am
Where: Parking garage behind City Hall in Downtown Orlando
Mapquest Directions: Orlando City Hall 400 S Orange AveOrlando, FL 32801
Distance: Unknown....we will be walking till about 9am.
We will met on the first floor of the garage at 7am and basically doing laps. I know....more fun than you all can possilbly stand! :) But hills are hills...some are just made of concrete! :)
If you would like to join us, just RSVP. See you then!
Monday, October 23, 2006
OK...1 week since Tampa...
OK...it's been a week of letting the toes rest and heal...now it's time to move. Julie and I would love some company on these last couple training walks....any takers?
We are walking Tuesday night at Lake Eola downtown...6pm. 3-4 miles
It's no fun without all your smiling faces!
:) :)
We are walking Tuesday night at Lake Eola downtown...6pm. 3-4 miles
It's no fun without all your smiling faces!
:) :)
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Yep...still gotta walk! ;)
Ok, I know most of you don't want to see this BUT.... we (Julie & I) are walking on Saturday in the Dr. Phillips area. Basically we are focusing on the lovely rolling hills of Apopka Vineland Road! :)
If anyone would like to join us (haha... yes, I know you are laughing right now), we will be starting at the Publix on the corner of Apopka Vineland and Conroy Windermere Road at 7am. We will be doing 10 miles.
Just RSVP...if your feet will let you! ;)
If anyone would like to join us (haha... yes, I know you are laughing right now), we will be starting at the Publix on the corner of Apopka Vineland and Conroy Windermere Road at 7am. We will be doing 10 miles.
Just RSVP...if your feet will let you! ;)
Monday, October 09, 2006
Last one... Tuesday, October 10th - Lake Eola
When: October 10th- 6 PM start - 5:45 PM meet
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park - parking lot
MapQuest Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 5 miles - easy pace
Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. We will be doing stretches before and after the walk. No cellphones or ipods please.
You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)
Stay Alert, Stay Alive!
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park - parking lot
MapQuest Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 5 miles - easy pace
Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. We will be doing stretches before and after the walk. No cellphones or ipods please.
You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)
Stay Alert, Stay Alive!
Sunday, October 08, 2006
I love this Training Tip...
Training Tip of the Week: Inner Strength (Visual Imagery)
Congratulations! You are only one week away from your 3-Day event. Remember to go through your packing checklist early to make sure that you have enough socks, sunscreen, blister care supplies and personal prescription medications. Do not buy a new pair of shoes at this point. Bring 2 pairs that you have already trained in. Remember to take off your toerings and refrain from getting a pedicure. It has taken a lot of time, energy and determination to reach this point of the 3-Day and you should feel proud of yourself. It also is natural to feel a little nervous. Visualization is a tool used by many world-class athletes to prepare for an athletic event. Repeating the images and sensations of a successful 3-Day will train your subconscious mind to accept them as the truth, banishing any underlying negativity.
Each day this week, imagine yourself at the finish line of the 3-Day, smiling and feeling strong. Feel the breeze on your face as you walk and hear the crowds cheering you on. Feel your feet moving along the sidewalk, light and energized. Think about the clothes you are wearing and how they feel against your skin. Imagine the joy and pride course through you as you walk into camp with hundreds of newfound friends.
See the rows of breast cancer survivors in a sea of pink, thanking you and congratulating you. Imagine every little detail in your mind exactly as you want the experience to be. This is visualization and the more times that you return to this powerful image, the more likely it is to become reality.
Congratulations! You are only one week away from your 3-Day event. Remember to go through your packing checklist early to make sure that you have enough socks, sunscreen, blister care supplies and personal prescription medications. Do not buy a new pair of shoes at this point. Bring 2 pairs that you have already trained in. Remember to take off your toerings and refrain from getting a pedicure. It has taken a lot of time, energy and determination to reach this point of the 3-Day and you should feel proud of yourself. It also is natural to feel a little nervous. Visualization is a tool used by many world-class athletes to prepare for an athletic event. Repeating the images and sensations of a successful 3-Day will train your subconscious mind to accept them as the truth, banishing any underlying negativity.
Each day this week, imagine yourself at the finish line of the 3-Day, smiling and feeling strong. Feel the breeze on your face as you walk and hear the crowds cheering you on. Feel your feet moving along the sidewalk, light and energized. Think about the clothes you are wearing and how they feel against your skin. Imagine the joy and pride course through you as you walk into camp with hundreds of newfound friends.
See the rows of breast cancer survivors in a sea of pink, thanking you and congratulating you. Imagine every little detail in your mind exactly as you want the experience to be. This is visualization and the more times that you return to this powerful image, the more likely it is to become reality.
Week 1 Training Schedule!
Ok...this is it! This is the week! I am so excited...I don't know if I should cry or scream with joy!!! :)
Your Training Schedule for This Week:
Monday - rest
Tuesday -5 miles (easy pace)
Wednesday - 30 minutes of crosstraining
Thursday - rest
Friday - Day One :)
Saturday - Day Two :) :)
Sunday - Day Three :) :) :)
Your Training Schedule for This Week:
Monday - rest
Tuesday -5 miles (easy pace)
Wednesday - 30 minutes of crosstraining
Thursday - rest
Friday - Day One :)
Saturday - Day Two :) :)
Sunday - Day Three :) :) :)
Race for The Cure
Congrats to all those who came out for
Race for The Cure on Saturday, October 7th.
Here's some highlights:
Here's some highlights:
Waiting, waiting and more waiting... :)
Beautiful New Day....
Tree of Life... Appropriate, don't you think?
Beautiful Day to Walk
All the way to Everest....
And back....
The Survivors' Walk....
We Love You Lynn!! :)
Ok...I know...PICTURES!!!
You have all been yelling at me since the beginning of time.... sooooo I finally went through all my photos and pulled off our training pictures! WOW...look how we have grown!! :)
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
What to Pack Workshop
Our “What to Pack” Workshop was great last week. Thanks to everyone who came out!
For those who couldn’t attend I wanted to put together a little blurb to get you up to speed.
First of all, soft sided duffle bags work best. Leave the suitcase for your next vacation. Be creative with your bag. You will see lots of pink bags and finding yours in a sea of pink is not fun!
For those who couldn’t attend I wanted to put together a little blurb to get you up to speed.
First of all, soft sided duffle bags work best. Leave the suitcase for your next vacation. Be creative with your bag. You will see lots of pink bags and finding yours in a sea of pink is not fun!
As far as sleeping accommodations, pool floats work great. This time of year they are usually on clearance so keep your eyes peeled. Plus a hand pump works fine to inflate them. But a battery powered pump would be easier. Just remember…it adds weight to your bag and stress to our Gear and Tent Crew. Please be kind…35ish pounds per bag. A couple pounds over is fine….double the weight limit…nope!!
Also remember, everything must be in your duffle bag. You can not attach anything to your bag…ie sleeping bags, etc. This has happened before where folks have attached their sleeping bags to their duffles with bungee cords. Please avoid doing this. The hard working crew handles every piece of luggage and 9 times out of 10 the bungee cord comes undone and hurts someone.
Use the check list on the 3-Day home page for reference. They have a really great list.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask! :)
Saturday, October 7th - Ft. Wilderness
When: October 7th - 9:30 am (arrive....start at 9:45am after Race for the Cure)
Where: Ft. Wilderness Campground - Disney World We will meet near the Kennel. Follow the signs to park for the Hoop-Dee-Do Review and Pioneer Hall.
MapQuest Address: 4510 N Fort Wilderness Trl, Orlando, FL 32830
Mileage: 11 miles - easy pace - LOTS OF SHADE
Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. We will be doing stretches before and after the walk. No cellphones or ipods please.
You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)
Stay Alert, Stay Alive!
Where: Ft. Wilderness Campground - Disney World We will meet near the Kennel. Follow the signs to park for the Hoop-Dee-Do Review and Pioneer Hall.
MapQuest Address: 4510 N Fort Wilderness Trl, Orlando, FL 32830
Mileage: 11 miles - easy pace - LOTS OF SHADE
Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. We will be doing stretches before and after the walk. No cellphones or ipods please.
You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)
Stay Alert, Stay Alive!
Monday, October 02, 2006
Training Tip - Event Nutrition
Training Tip of the Week: Event Nutrition
As you get close to your 3-Day event your body will need food and fluid. Food is fuel and carbohydrates such as breads, pasta, cereal, fruits, and vegetables are the primary source for your muscles during exercise. Fluids are needed to decrease risks of dehydration and heat illness and replace those lost during exercise.
Pre-event:
Do not make major changes in your diet the week before the event.
Try out food during your training walks to see if they upset your stomach.
Three days before the walk:
Eat foods high in carbohydrates and balanced in protein and fat content.
Avoid high fat foods which may cause bloating and give a feeling of sluggishness.
Be sure to drink an extra 8 glasses (64 ounces or 2 quarts) of fluid during the 24 hours before the event or a long training walk.
During the event:
Eat small amounts of carbohydrate every hour. The average person burns 100 calories/mile; this is equal to one small apple, a small box of raisins, 1/2 banana, 16 ounces of sports drink or 3/4 energy bar. Monitor your fluid intake. Drink when you are thirsty and make sure you are urinating at every pit stop. Drink a combination of water and sports drink.
Post-event:
Consume carbohydrate-rich foods during 1 to 4 hours after your long walks to replace your muscle glycogen stores and prevent next day fatigue. Drink a combination of water and sports drink to replace fluid lost during exercise.
As you get close to your 3-Day event your body will need food and fluid. Food is fuel and carbohydrates such as breads, pasta, cereal, fruits, and vegetables are the primary source for your muscles during exercise. Fluids are needed to decrease risks of dehydration and heat illness and replace those lost during exercise.
Pre-event:
Do not make major changes in your diet the week before the event.
Try out food during your training walks to see if they upset your stomach.
Three days before the walk:
Eat foods high in carbohydrates and balanced in protein and fat content.
Avoid high fat foods which may cause bloating and give a feeling of sluggishness.
Be sure to drink an extra 8 glasses (64 ounces or 2 quarts) of fluid during the 24 hours before the event or a long training walk.
During the event:
Eat small amounts of carbohydrate every hour. The average person burns 100 calories/mile; this is equal to one small apple, a small box of raisins, 1/2 banana, 16 ounces of sports drink or 3/4 energy bar. Monitor your fluid intake. Drink when you are thirsty and make sure you are urinating at every pit stop. Drink a combination of water and sports drink.
Post-event:
Consume carbohydrate-rich foods during 1 to 4 hours after your long walks to replace your muscle glycogen stores and prevent next day fatigue. Drink a combination of water and sports drink to replace fluid lost during exercise.
Tuesday, October 3rd - Lake Eola
When: October 3rd- 6 PM start - 5:45 PM meet
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park - parking lot
MapQuest Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 4 miles - easy pace
Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. We will be doing stretches before and after the walk. No cellphones or ipods please.
You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)
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