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WI MTP Cool Runner	posted Jan-03-2007 12:02 AM justrunmore - When the weather gets wamer late march early April there will be lots of people at SA / SU pacesetter runs - Of all paces 2005 Bunny Hop was 5K / 15K became 2006 Peter Rabbit is becoming 2007 Oshkosh 1/2 Marathon - I would guess that this is a flat course and should yiled some fast times IP: Logged
lstall Cool Runner	posted Jan-03-2007 07:55 AM quote: Originally posted by runninlaw: Larry (and anyone else looking for spring tune-up races), I just found out there is a spring half marathon on March 18 in Cary, IL (near Crystal Lake). It is a bit of a drive, but is supposed to be a challenging course and a great tune-up race. Looks like a perfect fit for Boston training. Check it out: March Madness Half Marathon Thanks, that sounds like a good one, if the weather cooperates. Do you know if they allow registration on the day of the race? Thanks, - Larry - IP: Logged
runninlaw Cool Runner	posted Jan-03-2007 06:18 PM quote: Originally posted by lstall: Thanks, that sounds like a good one, if the weather cooperates. Do you know if they allow registration on the day of the race? Thanks, - Larry - I am not sure if there is race day registration. I have heard that it fills up quickly and they close registration, however, as they cap it. I did not see any info on a cap though on their website...just what I have heard. I heard it usually fills after a couple of weeks. IP: Logged
runninlaw Cool Runner	posted Jan-03-2007 06:20 PM quote: Originally posted by lstall: Thanks, that sounds like a good one, if the weather cooperates. Do you know if they allow registration on the day of the race? Thanks, - Larry - The website says no race day registration. Unfortunately, I have heard they close registration pretty quickly too (within a couple of weeks) as they cap it at 1000 registrants. http://www.hillstriders.com/ - check out the FAQ for more..... IP: Logged
nicwett Cool Runner	posted Jan-03-2007 06:59 PM Thank you everyone for all the info. I haven't been able to check in earlier, due to selling/ buying a house. I'm looking forward to moving to De Pere, my parents have lived in Green Bay for a number of years. I've visited the area quite a few times. Everybody is always so friendly. I'll sign up for the Feb race in De Pere, sounds like fun. I'm sure I won't break any records, but it will give me something to look forward to. The race through Lambeau filed sounds like fun too. We are not huge followers of football, but everyone tells me that will change once we move to the area. Hmmm, fried cheese curds, sounds interesting. DH is a cheese addict. He can't wait to try them. IP: Logged
WI MTP Cool Runner	posted Jan-04-2007 06:30 PM 46F in WI in January I ran 5 @ Lunch in Shorts and a short sleeve shirt. But all good things must come to an end sometime. IP: Logged
mike55760 Cool Runner	posted Jan-06-2007 11:23 PM quote: Originally posted by jenjd32: ... I'm having a lot of trouble with my right shin lately. Plus, I have a HUGE clot on it, too. Any suggestions on this would be greatly appreciated!! I don't know what the deal is. .. ALERT ALERT ALERT Are you talking about a bruise. As in a large area discolored by blood from ruptured veins under the skin? You might have a deep vein thrombosis. This is not to be taken lightly. The discoloration is dried (coagulated) blood that has leak from a ruptured vein. Vigorous activity could cause a part of the dried blood to break free into the blood stream and cause a blockage. Blockages are what cause heart attacks and strokes. But in the case of DVT pulmonary embolism (blockage in lung) is the main concern (veins lead away from the organs and to the lungs). http://www.webmd.com/hw/heart_disease/aa68137.asp SEE A DOCTOR SEE A DOCTOR SEE A DOCTOR SEE A DOCTOR SEE A DOCTOR SEE A DOCTOR IP: Logged
edgeman Cool Runner	posted Jan-08-2007 12:43 PM I updated the marathon and half schedule again. It's on page 11 of this thread. A couple new ones and some dates and links have been added. [This message has been edited by edgeman (edited Jan-08-2007).] IP: Logged
runninlaw Cool Runner	posted Jan-08-2007 01:54 PM quote: Originally posted by edgeman: I updated the marathon and half schedule again. It's on page 11 of this thread. A couple new ones and some dates and links have been added. [This message has been edited by edgeman (edited Jan-08-2007).] this is excellent - thank you! IP: Logged
IrisMdsn Cool Runner	posted Jan-10-2007 07:38 PM Brrr. It finally feels like a Wisconsin winter now. Did 6.5 today and had to wear hat and gloves for the first time in quite awhile. Anyone have any races coming up soon? I think I'm doing the Samson Stomp in Milwaukee on the 21st and the Valentines 5k in Feb. Happy running! IP: Logged
runninlaw Cool Runner	posted Jan-10-2007 07:44 PM I think the Freeze for Food in Vilas park is on January 27 - I will probably do that one. I cannot believe how cold it suddenly got. Yesterday was a killer with all the wind!! Monday is supposed to have a high of 20 - BRRRRRRRRRR!!!! Back to reality Wisconsinites.... IP: Logged
arotrame Cool Runner	posted Jan-11-2007 01:32 PM I'm a Badger like the rest of you and I'm just looking for some advice. I'm making the Green Bay Half my running goal for the spring....never run a half before. Ran a handful of 5K's and want to increase my endurance so that's why I'm targeting a half marathon. My goal is not to break any time barriers but rather to finish with minimal walking and not feel like I got hit by a mack truck at the end of the race. I was planning on using the half marathon training plan they promote on the website. http://www.cellcomgreenbaymarathon.com/training/pdf/TrainCal_half.pdf First time I've ever tried to link to a .pdf so I'm not sure it will work. What do all of you veteran runners think about this plan? I started a little early I'm repeating some of the weeks IP: Logged
WI MTP Cool Runner	posted Jan-11-2007 05:28 PM arotrame- Looks like basically 3 days running - With one long run and 1 day cross training ? Where are you coming from - Fitness wise? What is your typical week like now / before you started on this plan? If it were me, I would consider making the Wednesday cross training an easy 3 mile run or at least something aerobic - I think if you can do this program it will get you to you stated goal - Complete a 1/2 marathon with minimal walking. Save some of the good beer for me at the finish line. With Beer and Brats as part of the finish line food - the only thing that could make it better is deep fried cheese curds ! Where are you from? IP: Logged
arotrame Cool Runner	posted Jan-12-2007 08:45 AM WI MTP - thanks for your response. I'm from the southwest corner of Wisconsin, near Platteville, WI and Dubuque, IA. I would say my current fitness level is probably not where it needs to be. I was running about 15 MPW early in the fall but then broke my ankle playing VB and since I coach basketball and the season started...I've been a little lax in getting back in shape. Last night I ran an "medium 2" and ran a 10:09 pace...I felt good all the way through and probably could have ran harder now that I think about it. I like your suggestion of adding a run in on the Wednesday cross training day. On occassion I have some soreness in my ankle after running so I'll probably be playing it by ear. My goal is to run the GB half because it's convenient (my DH's family lives in the area) but if I don't feel prepared I can always run one later in the year. IP: Logged
WI MTP Cool Runner	posted Jan-12-2007 09:48 AM arotrame - A piece of advice Training for a half marathon is not like what you expect out of volleyball and baskeyball athletes - full effort all the time. The key to building to runnign success is to understand the purpose of each days run and run at a spead that meets that purpose. Lets say today is 3 easy and tomorrow is 8 long. If today you crank out 3 hard - it will not leave your muscles in the poper state to have a good 8 long workout. Its not about intensity - its about training at the correct intensity. Also a training program is a guide - Your fitness level on May 20th is not about any one run - it is the cumulative effect of all those training runs. Missing any one run will not kill you, but missing a 10 miler will effect you more than missing a 3 miler. Training schedules often have to be adapted for real life. Enjoy the training - ITs been a long time since I've been to Platteville - 15 years - And the memories are beer clouded. IP: Logged
jtpaten Cool Runner	posted Jan-12-2007 04:19 PM I may have been at my fittest running up and down the bluffs of Dubuque. When was that? 10 years ago? Yikes. Great club there: The Mississippi Valley Running Club. They very early every Saturday (joined them more than once with a hangover) and ended with a donut stop. My kind of club. Still, they kicked me into 10K shape, alright. IP: Logged
Athletictrainer22 Cool Runner	posted Jan-15-2007 01:32 PM WOW so I think that we have finally gotten winter in WI. Hoping that the roads are all cleared off tonight so I can get out for a run. Not that we got a bunch of snow but I am a worry wort when it comes to running in the snow. All those hidden icy patches have gotten me before. IP: Logged
WI MTP Cool Runner	posted Jan-17-2007 03:17 PM Funny - or not - but I usually fall 2-3 times in the winter, but more than that the rest of the year. I probably should start wearing a helmet. IP: Logged
doug1430 Cool Runner	posted Jan-21-2007 05:19 PM Its snowing here. I'll have to get out to run in it soon. Playoffs keeping me inside for now but nothing better than running in the snow even in the dark. I hope it sticks. IP: Logged
runninlaw Cool Runner	posted Jan-21-2007 10:32 PM Here too. We took our kids to an indoor waterpark this weekend - it was weird swimming while watching the snow pour on down. I did my 8 on the treadmill (!) when I got home. Go Bears and Colts! I was happy with both wins so now I am torn . . . . IP: Logged
doug1430 Cool Runner	posted Jan-22-2007 12:07 PM I feel compelled to cheer against the Bears although I'm no Patriots fan. I was rooting against the Bears all along so maybe thats been the problem. IP: Logged
djlangen1 Cool Runner	posted Jan-22-2007 10:36 PM Have any of you ever run the Pine Line Trail Marathon in Medford? Am currently training for this and would appreciate any feedback on the course. Thanks. Dan IP: Logged
doug1430 Cool Runner	posted Jan-23-2007 11:49 AM Never done it but would also like to know as I would like to do a couple in the next few years if my foot cooperates. When you do it tell us about it, if you don't get any answers. IP: Logged
IrisMdsn Cool Runner	posted Jan-25-2007 08:23 PM For anyone who is interested.... The UW Running Club is putting on a 5k Saturday, February 10th. http://running.rso.wisc.edu/Valentines5k/ This is the 13th year we've put it on and are expecting 300+ runners. Should be a good time! IP: Logged
edgeman Cool Runner	posted Jan-26-2007 11:58 AM ^Bad timing being just a couple of hours before tip-off of the UW/Iowa game. IP: Logged

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