tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post2358011401360585751..comments2024-03-17T03:26:36.315-05:00Comments on Out and About: LaDainian Tomlinson 5K race recapemmers712http://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-6163368977430335232014-06-27T21:32:21.877-05:002014-06-27T21:32:21.877-05:00Thanks so much, Zenaida!!! =)Thanks so much, Zenaida!!! =)emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-15961230657850195602014-06-24T09:33:28.499-05:002014-06-24T09:33:28.499-05:00Love that photo of you at the end!Love that photo of you at the end!Zenaida Arroyohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18137949290555784656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-24257360167655799072014-06-18T16:09:51.908-05:002014-06-18T16:09:51.908-05:00Meghan! Yay for San Diego! When was the last time ...Meghan! Yay for San Diego! When was the last time you visited? I bet Layla would love the zoo. =)<br /><br />Yes, it's become a habit for me to try to find a local race every time I travel somewhere now! I have the goal in the back of my mind that I want to run a race in all 50 of the states. So far I've crossed off a grand total of six. I have a REALLY long ways to go, LOL.<br /><br />Thank you for the kind words on my race. =)emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-58908873741547676332014-06-18T13:20:40.714-05:002014-06-18T13:20:40.714-05:00Ahh! I love San Diego! And it's awesome that...Ahh! I love San Diego! And it's awesome that you found a local race. I definitely need to do more of that when I travel. Anyway, congrats! You are speedy in my book!Meghanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13566183193529841461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-41058132294380439762014-06-17T16:56:28.982-05:002014-06-17T16:56:28.982-05:00Bethany, YES, thank you for being so understanding...Bethany, YES, thank you for being so understanding! What is it with these hills and inclines? My runner friends that train in cities with more, uh, interesting terrain all laugh at me for how much these hills impact me. They say that Midwestern running is boring. Well hey - I LIKE BORING! BORING IS GOOD! =P<br /><br />Believe it or not, I actually don't get out to the lakefront trail that much! But even so, I still do prefer races that don't go on the path. Funny how that works, eh?<br /><br />I am wishing you a speedy recovery from the tingling and numbness in your foot!!!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-49644832471103654102014-06-17T13:15:24.340-05:002014-06-17T13:15:24.340-05:00Well, if that picture doesn't do the bridge ju...Well, if that picture doesn't do the bridge justice, I don't think I want to know how awful it actually was! That looks pretty darn steep to me, and to have to run it twice -- yikes! You'd have to be a superhero to PR on that kind of course, at least if you've trained in Chicago. Even though things didn't go quite as you hoped, it sounds like you had a pretty good time overall -- and it's always fun to run a race somewhere other thank the Lakefront Trail ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-41131757653491683762014-06-16T17:48:32.447-05:002014-06-16T17:48:32.447-05:00Awww, thanks for the kind words on my post-mortem ...Awww, thanks for the kind words on my post-mortem thoughts, Amy. You made me feel better!<br /><br />Oh my goodness, I think you and Stephen would LOVE San Diego! It seems to be a very pet-friendly city, too. I saw tons of folks walking around with their dogs! So I bet G-Mo would enjoy visiting, as well. =) I remember you mentioning that you and Stephen were talking about post-deployment vacation options, and I would definitely endorse adding San Diego to your list for consideration! How is that discussion of vacation destinations going for y'all, btw?emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-59787190411367795532014-06-16T16:56:34.385-05:002014-06-16T16:56:34.385-05:00Don't be hard on yourself about the finish tim...Don't be hard on yourself about the finish time. I think that's a good showing considering the narrow course and uphill followed by more uphill! Plus, your last mile was crazy fast. That's a great shot of your flying to the finish. <br /><br />I've yet to visit San Diego, but it's definitely somewhere I want to hit up. Since it's so close to El Paso (I think it takes 12 hours-ish to drive there), I'm hopeful that Stephen and I can enjoy a long weekend there in the near future. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-54974690472039650572014-06-16T16:43:17.491-05:002014-06-16T16:43:17.491-05:00Thanks, Marcia! The post-race food at this race wa...Thanks, Marcia! The post-race food at this race was definitely some of the best I've ever seen. I would say it even surpassed the Rock N Roll races in terms of offerings!<br /><br />I can't wait to hear more about your weight-lifting challenge in the coming weeks. =)emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-13318219106727645632014-06-16T15:54:09.160-05:002014-06-16T15:54:09.160-05:00You need to blow up that pic as it is awesome! I a...You need to blow up that pic as it is awesome! I agree: SD is a wonderful city. Glad you found a race there. With swag no less!Teamarciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03843904545493985865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-41350716570223753792014-06-16T15:49:53.837-05:002014-06-16T15:49:53.837-05:00I'd be more than happy to share more details o...I'd be more than happy to share more details on the experience with you! Just let me know. =)emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-86456170558413969252014-06-16T15:47:24.115-05:002014-06-16T15:47:24.115-05:00I've been so excited to hear about all your sw...I've been so excited to hear about all your swimming and cycling adventures! You are going to be a powerhouse once you get the go-ahead to run again. WOO HOO!!!<br /><br />Between brunch and watching the USA-Portugal game outdoors with you (SO AWESOME), I am super excited for this upcoming weekend!!!!! BTW - I meant to mention that I am loving your FB profile pics with the soccer jerseys!!!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-78143900958101648902014-06-16T15:44:36.571-05:002014-06-16T15:44:36.571-05:00Oooh, I love local community runs! The name "...Oooh, I love local community runs! The name "Short Run on a Long Day" is a very catchy name, too. Way to represent the FNRC and I know you'll have a blast seeing so many folks there!<br /><br />Ah yes, I actually really like evening races. This is because I generally don't enjoy setting my alarm for the crack of dawn on a weekend morning. Plus, I think evening races are so festive - they feel more like a big party! But the fueling can be really tricky, indeed. And I generally spend the entire day agonizing over every little ache and pain, too, LOL.emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-57728843525492649632014-06-16T14:19:59.635-05:002014-06-16T14:19:59.635-05:00I haven't, I'm a little nervous to try it....I haven't, I'm a little nervous to try it. But I agree - it's a great value!Shinianenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15340969239524875329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-63170553022784328842014-06-16T14:14:45.023-05:002014-06-16T14:14:45.023-05:00And yes, an evening race! Which is weirder because...And yes, an evening race! Which is weirder because you have to plan your food throughout the day!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10155443976345011433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-86533605733993677282014-06-16T14:13:57.250-05:002014-06-16T14:13:57.250-05:00The 5k on Wed is "Short Run on a Long Day&quo...The 5k on Wed is "Short Run on a Long Day" in Frankfort. It's a nice easy local event but since my running group is the Frankfort/New Lenox Running Club, we try to represent! :) It's fun because I know so many people there! Summer races are so hard! Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10155443976345011433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-67155448081347953682014-06-16T13:37:15.115-05:002014-06-16T13:37:15.115-05:00Heck yes! I think I'll be able to run again so...Heck yes! I think I'll be able to run again soon. My PT wanted me to take off a week to let things improve even more. So a nice 5k with you would be a wonderful time :)<br /><br />Yes. We are on for dumplings this weekend :) with your race and me wanting to swim Saturday morning, I think it will work out perfect for brunch. YummmmmmXaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09103441780159368391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-28425803258886352362014-06-16T12:00:56.180-05:002014-06-16T12:00:56.180-05:00Thanks, Pete! OMG, that bridge killed me. Just kil...Thanks, Pete! OMG, that bridge killed me. Just killed me. My Midwestern flatlander-ness was on full display there. I think you are absolutely correct, it seems like anytime I run a race outside of the Chicagoland area, I get plagued by traipsing hills (or inclines, as the local folks who are, uh, more used to the terrain refer to them, LOL). I was thinking about your Indy race when you factored in the course-specific challenges for your target splits (SO SMART!). I need to start planning more like you do!!! =)emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-82778474428045066602014-06-16T11:57:15.217-05:002014-06-16T11:57:15.217-05:00Thanks, Natalie! Yes, runners and walkers going in...Thanks, Natalie! Yes, runners and walkers going in tandem along a narrow course can be incredibly frustrating. Same situation when you're driving down the highway and the lanes merge, and/or when cars are driving in tandem so you can't pass. Road rage all the way, just in different backdrops! LOL<br /><br />Yes, I would do AirBNB again. In this instance, the value proposition was SO much better than staying at a hotel, with a more personal touch. I thought it was very well worth it! Have you ever done AirBnB, yourself?emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-20484570234237152492014-06-16T11:37:06.201-05:002014-06-16T11:37:06.201-05:00Beautiful pics and nice negative splits! That brid...Beautiful pics and nice negative splits! That bridge incline would not be conducive to a 5k PR. I guess most places other than the Midwest/Plains have hilly courses. It looks like you are flying in that last picture! :)Pete Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09655789227670205830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-16353220367857682872014-06-16T11:25:58.003-05:002014-06-16T11:25:58.003-05:00Good effort! Don't you just hate when there&#...Good effort! Don't you just hate when there's a bottle neck and people are clogging it? I never understand why in a 5K you need a running buddy ... if you're up in the front half or so of the group, run single file and RACE!! Ugh. But I'm glad you pushed yourself as much as you did. Would you do AirB&B again?Shinianenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15340969239524875329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-35379487963225499712014-06-16T11:18:07.694-05:002014-06-16T11:18:07.694-05:00Thanks, Xaar! Your game face comment on FB really ...Thanks, Xaar! Your game face comment on FB really made me smile. =) The more that these 5Ks become my nemesis, the more that I would like to take you up on your pacer assistance offer for a true PR attempt. Let's talk about it more this weekend. Can't wait to catch up!!! Are we officially on for the dumpling house as the destination!?!?!?emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-43977458509307550432014-06-16T11:12:13.676-05:002014-06-16T11:12:13.676-05:00Ah yes, the sun was quite strong and you can never...Ah yes, the sun was quite strong and you can never have too much sunburn protection. Ever!!! ;-) And I am sure that there are plenty of other Steelers fans in the area, given that you met about five Penn State alum over the weekend!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-7611649098587570552014-06-16T11:10:47.258-05:002014-06-16T11:10:47.258-05:00Congrats on the very strong finish! You were flyyy...Congrats on the very strong finish! You were flyyyyyying in that photo :) sounded like a cool race/experience especially with LT and that sweet medal. San Diego is so beautiful :) glad you had a wonderful vacation! Can't wait to see you this week!!!Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09103441780159368391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-14546269910399706612014-06-16T11:03:32.441-05:002014-06-16T11:03:32.441-05:00Emily neglected to mention that amonst all the Cha...Emily neglected to mention that amonst all the Charger paraphanalia there was one person wearing a Pittsburgh Steeler hat ! For sunburn protection of course...Habehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02857155691553982482noreply@blogger.com