Rum Runners 2008 - Leg 9
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Rum Runners 2008 - Leg 9
I haven't raced since Cabot Trail. For those who don't know - that was at the end of May!
My training has not gone well, I've down graded goals, and lost all interest in racing. The only thing getting me through is that I will NOT DNS the Team Diabetes Okanagan. I registered for the half, rather than the full when it became clear I wasn't getting anywhere close to that kind of mileage, and to be honest I'm really not prepared for the Half either. The race is in two weeks time. I figure this weekend's race would be telling as to whether I should drop down again a notch to the 10k. I'm torn. I want to do something significant for this cause and for my sister, the fundraising AND the running...
My knee hurts all the time, snaps and aches and pains. I see RMT and chiro on a regular basis, but it seems to no avail.
So yesterday I was NOT into this race. For those who know me, it is telling that I was only getting on the road to join the relay at 10am. We arrived as leg 3 was finishing up.
Once we got on the race course we decorated my brand new Matrix with Team Diabetes banners, and we started cheering our team on.
I took my traditional dip in the ocean at Queensland, which woke me up and got me ready for the day. The water was much colder than last year and my toes became numb rather quickly...
By the time my leg rolled around I was ready to see what my knee could do. I wanted to push hard, but had no expectations and did not want to ruin myself for the big race in two weeks. I hadn't run in almost two weeks. My knee just was not liking the training.
So I started out at the back of the pack and became much more social than usual when I'm running a race. I introduced myself to a couple of ladies who seemed to be running at my pace and we stuck together for more than half of the run. It was a lot of fun to chat and push myself a little harder than I may have on my own. Eventually my friends each left me behind, but I was holding steady, so I was feeling good for them being able to pick it up and with a a nice negative split. For one, it was her first race ever, and for the other only her second.
My knee felt good at first, but the other was twinging after a while, so I must have been over compensating... then I hit 9k when the gradual downhill to the finish begins. My knee started giving me problems, but I decided I couldn't walk it off or I wouldn't likely run again this race.
They were calling for rain all day long, my leg got the only rain of the entire day. I actually enjoyed it as the air felt very heavy and humid all day long. The weather was perfect for running except for the humid/dampness in the air, so I quite enjoyed the rain even when it was coming down heavily. About 500 m before the finish line I came up behind a runner taking what appeared to be her third puff form her asthma puffer... I asked her if she was ok and told her we were almost there. I heard her start running again behind me. Once we hit the finish chute she ran up beside me and let her get by on the corner.
In the end I was very happy with my results, I held an average 6:10 pace for the 12.5ish km run. (I was so ill-prepared I didn't even remember the actual distance of my leg). I got to run into Mahone Bay when the traffic wasn't nearly as bad as previous years (their scarecrow festival usually falls on this weekend, but this year it's not until next weekend). I was tempted to jump into the Bay and swim across once I saw the churches though - my knee felt that bad... but I made it to the finish in good time!
The highlight of my day was when a couple came up to me during the leg before mine while I was getting ready and gave me $20 for my campaign! They're doing TD Hawaii this year!
So now I will spend my day stretching, heating and icing and hope for the best in the Okanagan. Any thoughts on whether I should stick with the Half?
"2 year Anniversary" pic:
My training has not gone well, I've down graded goals, and lost all interest in racing. The only thing getting me through is that I will NOT DNS the Team Diabetes Okanagan. I registered for the half, rather than the full when it became clear I wasn't getting anywhere close to that kind of mileage, and to be honest I'm really not prepared for the Half either. The race is in two weeks time. I figure this weekend's race would be telling as to whether I should drop down again a notch to the 10k. I'm torn. I want to do something significant for this cause and for my sister, the fundraising AND the running...
My knee hurts all the time, snaps and aches and pains. I see RMT and chiro on a regular basis, but it seems to no avail.
So yesterday I was NOT into this race. For those who know me, it is telling that I was only getting on the road to join the relay at 10am. We arrived as leg 3 was finishing up.
Once we got on the race course we decorated my brand new Matrix with Team Diabetes banners, and we started cheering our team on.
I took my traditional dip in the ocean at Queensland, which woke me up and got me ready for the day. The water was much colder than last year and my toes became numb rather quickly...
By the time my leg rolled around I was ready to see what my knee could do. I wanted to push hard, but had no expectations and did not want to ruin myself for the big race in two weeks. I hadn't run in almost two weeks. My knee just was not liking the training.
So I started out at the back of the pack and became much more social than usual when I'm running a race. I introduced myself to a couple of ladies who seemed to be running at my pace and we stuck together for more than half of the run. It was a lot of fun to chat and push myself a little harder than I may have on my own. Eventually my friends each left me behind, but I was holding steady, so I was feeling good for them being able to pick it up and with a a nice negative split. For one, it was her first race ever, and for the other only her second.
My knee felt good at first, but the other was twinging after a while, so I must have been over compensating... then I hit 9k when the gradual downhill to the finish begins. My knee started giving me problems, but I decided I couldn't walk it off or I wouldn't likely run again this race.
They were calling for rain all day long, my leg got the only rain of the entire day. I actually enjoyed it as the air felt very heavy and humid all day long. The weather was perfect for running except for the humid/dampness in the air, so I quite enjoyed the rain even when it was coming down heavily. About 500 m before the finish line I came up behind a runner taking what appeared to be her third puff form her asthma puffer... I asked her if she was ok and told her we were almost there. I heard her start running again behind me. Once we hit the finish chute she ran up beside me and let her get by on the corner.
In the end I was very happy with my results, I held an average 6:10 pace for the 12.5ish km run. (I was so ill-prepared I didn't even remember the actual distance of my leg). I got to run into Mahone Bay when the traffic wasn't nearly as bad as previous years (their scarecrow festival usually falls on this weekend, but this year it's not until next weekend). I was tempted to jump into the Bay and swim across once I saw the churches though - my knee felt that bad... but I made it to the finish in good time!
The highlight of my day was when a couple came up to me during the leg before mine while I was getting ready and gave me $20 for my campaign! They're doing TD Hawaii this year!
So now I will spend my day stretching, heating and icing and hope for the best in the Okanagan. Any thoughts on whether I should stick with the Half?
"2 year Anniversary" pic:
~Trish
Recovering slowly...
Recovering slowly...
Here are your splits: (Trish borrowed my garmin)
1-6:04
2-6:18
3-6:01
4-6:06
5-6:06
6-6:12
7-6:34
8-6:36
9-6:11
10-6:46
11-5:46
12-6:22
12.48 - 2:38 for 5:33 pace
You did a great run. I don't know what to tell you about the race. I think you could do the half at a slower pace, for sure. But, is it worth risking your knee? You're still doing something significant for the cause and your sister. Running an extra 11.1 km (the half vs the 10k) are not going to make a difference for the cause or your sister. I think you need to make that decision when you get there.
It was great spending some time with you yesterday. I've missed you!
1-6:04
2-6:18
3-6:01
4-6:06
5-6:06
6-6:12
7-6:34
8-6:36
9-6:11
10-6:46
11-5:46
12-6:22
12.48 - 2:38 for 5:33 pace
You did a great run. I don't know what to tell you about the race. I think you could do the half at a slower pace, for sure. But, is it worth risking your knee? You're still doing something significant for the cause and your sister. Running an extra 11.1 km (the half vs the 10k) are not going to make a difference for the cause or your sister. I think you need to make that decision when you get there.
It was great spending some time with you yesterday. I've missed you!
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Great showing for being on the U & I team!!!
From past experiences, I would say do not do the half, to do the half, it does lead to injury when you increase mileage unreasonable. It is easier said than done and I still haven't learn for myself.... LOL
Whatever you decide you are still doing a great thing for the cause. It was great to hang out with you and drink some cold red wine
From past experiences, I would say do not do the half, to do the half, it does lead to injury when you increase mileage unreasonable. It is easier said than done and I still haven't learn for myself.... LOL
Whatever you decide you are still doing a great thing for the cause. It was great to hang out with you and drink some cold red wine
Sonia
7 marathons (PB 5:01)
31 halfs (PB 2:10)
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The plan for 2014: 10K des glaces & Apocalypse 5K
2015: No plan at all!
7 marathons (PB 5:01)
31 halfs (PB 2:10)
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The plan for 2014: 10K des glaces & Apocalypse 5K
2015: No plan at all!
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Great job, Trish! I love the pics, especially the one of you and Ang. What a great shot!
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I am glad you enjoyed running with the ladies, and the rain. Running on a sore knee is like a sucky birthday party.
Hopefully your knee heals quickly and I wish you the best of luck at OIM!
Oh, and you do have the most wicked sense of timing...
Always a pleasure to see your smile!
Hopefully your knee heals quickly and I wish you the best of luck at OIM!
Oh, and you do have the most wicked sense of timing...
Always a pleasure to see your smile!
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Not sure what to say, Trish. First, total kudos for hanging tough and running strong on minimal training and a bad injury. That shows your grit and determination. Second, congrats on your 2 year anniversary, It's great to see two such super people coming together and then hanging together like you and Ian. Third, I don't know what to suggest for Okanagan. It's clearly going to be a social run, so pick whatever you are comfortable with. Long term injuries suck...been there, done that, too many times. For me the key is to keep pushing and digging until you find the root cause of the problems. It's easy for your "medical team" to treat the symptoms but sometimes the real root cause is not at all obvious....good luck, my friend. Just don't give up!!!!
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Hip replacement on September 10....now doing a variation of the None to Run plan
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I'm sending you some good karma. Way to hang in there! I hope your sister is doing okay!
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Hey Trish, Congrats on both the race and your anniversary! I echo Nick's thoughts totally - two great people, and keep on searching for the root cause of your pain.
Does it bother you to walk? If not, I would aim to run a good 10K, and walk the rest...
Does it bother you to walk? If not, I would aim to run a good 10K, and walk the rest...
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Yay Trish. I'm glad to read that you got out there and got it done!
If you're seeing chiro and such regularly, can one of your specialsts tell you whether what's going on with your knee and whether or not they think running on it would make it worse? That could help your decision.
If you're seeing chiro and such regularly, can one of your specialsts tell you whether what's going on with your knee and whether or not they think running on it would make it worse? That could help your decision.
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Kid...you have grit
As for your Team Diabetes race...as someone who donated...I would not be at all disappointed if you chose to run the 10km.
You've already done something significant for the cause...so please...do not put your health at risk because you think you will disappoint donors.
You won't. Big hugs to you....and Happy Anniversary
As for your Team Diabetes race...as someone who donated...I would not be at all disappointed if you chose to run the 10km.
You've already done something significant for the cause...so please...do not put your health at risk because you think you will disappoint donors.
You won't. Big hugs to you....and Happy Anniversary
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Well done!
Do get that knee checked out! Like everyone else before, long term injuries are no fun...
Do get that knee checked out! Like everyone else before, long term injuries are no fun...
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It was great to see you prepping for a race again! I was so PROUD when I saw you passing those two women. I wish I could have seen more of your race, but I felt I needed the time to get through traffic and get stretched and warmed up. I can't imagine how much more I'd hurt now if I hadn't warmed up!!
Happy Anniversary.
Happy Anniversary.
2008 season by: Euro-Sports.ca
2009 season powered by: sugar and adrenaline
Cabot Trail Relay Race - Leg 9 (17.84k) 1:30:56 (5:06 min/km avg)
Not Since Moses (10k) - 50:16 (5:02 min/km avg)
Rum Runners Relay Leg 4 (16.9K) - 1:14:32 (4:25 min/km avg)
Valley Harvest Marathon (42.2k) - 3:12:16 (4:33 min/km avg)
2009 season powered by: sugar and adrenaline
Cabot Trail Relay Race - Leg 9 (17.84k) 1:30:56 (5:06 min/km avg)
Not Since Moses (10k) - 50:16 (5:02 min/km avg)
Rum Runners Relay Leg 4 (16.9K) - 1:14:32 (4:25 min/km avg)
Valley Harvest Marathon (42.2k) - 3:12:16 (4:33 min/km avg)
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It sure looked like you were passing them!
It sure looked like you were passing them!
2008 season by: Euro-Sports.ca
2009 season powered by: sugar and adrenaline
Cabot Trail Relay Race - Leg 9 (17.84k) 1:30:56 (5:06 min/km avg)
Not Since Moses (10k) - 50:16 (5:02 min/km avg)
Rum Runners Relay Leg 4 (16.9K) - 1:14:32 (4:25 min/km avg)
Valley Harvest Marathon (42.2k) - 3:12:16 (4:33 min/km avg)
2009 season powered by: sugar and adrenaline
Cabot Trail Relay Race - Leg 9 (17.84k) 1:30:56 (5:06 min/km avg)
Not Since Moses (10k) - 50:16 (5:02 min/km avg)
Rum Runners Relay Leg 4 (16.9K) - 1:14:32 (4:25 min/km avg)
Valley Harvest Marathon (42.2k) - 3:12:16 (4:33 min/km avg)
Well done no matter what.
Great pictures....especialy the last one
...and thanks for not wanting to participate in the drunk dial.....you are the only adult among the group......
Bman
Great pictures....especialy the last one
...and thanks for not wanting to participate in the drunk dial.....you are the only adult among the group......
Bman
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GReat job Trish! Geez, you ran a faster than me!
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