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Rindaroo
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 posted Nov-10-2007 06:39 PM
   
Today I ran a 5K. Something I didn't think was possible a month ago. You see, I've had a big struggle with uncontrolled asthma for the last year & a half. I have always tried to run, & tried is the key word. But giving up doesn't seem to ever enter my mind. So, Johnny (the sweetheart) told me he'd run with me, whether it was walking, run/walking or running at whatever speed I needed to do for the breathing. Then some dust allergy problems in Sept & Oct stopped me cold. I started running again about 3 weeks ago after a pep talk from Johnny. So, why do I tell you all this? Its kinda background for those who don't know me, well to explain what a victory my 5K was for me today.I showed up early, signed up, and yakked with Tammy & John for a little while. Tammy & John went for a warmup run, and I went for a warmup walk. See I have to walk about 15-20 minutes before the bronchials are warmed up enough to run (at all). I met John right before the start, and told him the first 1/2 mile would be slow because of the bronchials, then I'd probably go faster along the way.. So off we went, the first mile and half was slightly uphill, so I tried to stay slow, so I could breathe. So, I alternated between letting the body run, and slowing myself down when the breathing was rough. John kept me entertained joking around... which was a really nice way to go for a run. Mile 1 was 12:21, which was exactly what I wanted to do. John took off to run with Tammy when we saw her (as planned) & came back to find me. I was just about at the turnaround when he caught me & he said wow you sped up some Mile 2 was 11:26 Then we were catching up to the lady in front of me. John said, I know you can pass her! lol now I'm thinking about trying to catch her. In a little bit, I actually sped up & passed her Then I could feel myself going faster, getting into a stride & I just felt good! Then John says to me, wow you're going 9:50 pace.. I actually starting thinking about breaking 35 for a bit, but the breathing was getting rough.. darn bronchials.. the legs really just wanted to go for it. So I slowed a little. Mile 3 : 10:22 . I missed turning the Garmin off right away, but it says 11:20 avg/mile Official time : 35:16 & its not a PW!!!! lol I was really expecting 36 or 37, but hoping to beat my PW time of 35:28. And I did it! Fashion Report: Gray Capris running pants, One short sleeve tech shirt & one long sleeve tech shirt. & was it really 50? it felt colder to me, lol the weather wimp that I am. I was 8/9 in my class (same class as Tammy) & beat about 8 people overall , so seems like Johnny didn't need to run in behind me after all.. but hey it was sure fun running with him Oh & props for this running club, they are so supportive! lots of people encouraging me along the way.. that was really, really nice.
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TammyM
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posted Nov-10-2007 06:52 PM
once again Linda - I'm so thrilled with your run today! you ran the whole thing, felt good and got a great time! It was fun to see you again and see what a great job you did!------------------
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John2635
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posted Nov-10-2007 07:08 PM
Yay Linda!!! You did so good today. It was really a pleasure for me to get a chance to run alongside you for a while. Folks, she started off relatively slow, stayed focused, and then just started going faster and faster, catching and running down another runner in the last mile. By the time we got to the last turn and were heading for home, that runner was far behind us. Rinda, you're truly an inspiration, never giving up or letting your asthma get the better of you. Great job!!! Weather wimp, I don't know, it felt darned warm to me, musta been the company 
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tselbs
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posted Nov-10-2007 07:26 PM
Rinda, it's good to hear from you and extra good that you had such a great race. For as hard as you've fought your asthma and as good an attitude you've kept, no one is more deserving of a successful race. Congratulations.TomS ------------------
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SkipAZ
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posted Nov-10-2007 08:53 PM
Dear Rindaroo! I am SO HAPPY for you! With all you have had to endure, this is such an incredible accomplishment. What an inspiration you are! Congrats to you. You were the Overall Winner of the Pioneer 5K in my book!Skip
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kameele
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posted Nov-10-2007 10:05 PM
Linda--what a feeling of accomplishment that must be!! It's been a long road back to running and you did great. I'm happy to have been able to follow along just a little.Kevin
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huskydon
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posted Nov-10-2007 10:11 PM
Linda,It is good to hear you are making good progress in your running. Sounds like the running club is a real winner, too. And you got to run with a few of the folks on the board here, sounds like a wonderful time!
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arf 1
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posted Nov-11-2007 12:15 AM
Rindaroo - great to hear the asthma is a little better this month.....congrats on running a great race and it was neat how you described how you felt yourself speeding up and feeling great and then the bronchials began giving you trouble, you must know the signs of distress very well and know to slow down when you feel it. I admire your perseverence very much. This is my favorite line..."But giving up doesn't seem to ever enter my mind". arf
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mariposai
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posted Nov-11-2007 01:46 AM
Linda, congratulations sistahhhhh. What an amazing victory over the nemesis called ashtma. As one asthmatic person, I know and feel your struggles over the symptoms and want to celebrate with you this huge victory.Way to go Linda!!!!!!!!. I celebrate this race with you from the heart.  Oh!!!!!! and I want to give a Huge Kiss to John for being there with you!!!!!
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Spareribs
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posted Nov-11-2007 06:17 AM
This is the kind of RR I love to read.! Well done Linda, I am really happy for you. Spareribs
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dg9
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posted Nov-11-2007 06:34 AM
LindaRinda, You did it!! I'm so happy for you. Ever since I've known you, you work hard to build yourself up, and then get hit with something else. And then you step back & figure out how to go at it again. No matter how many times it happens. You sure earned this. WTG. You even slowed down when you needed to. (phew ;-) ) Congratulations!
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smpankowski
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posted Nov-11-2007 07:14 AM
RindaRoo,
Your commitment and dedication are sweet!!!!! Any one can run if it's easy. You've got heart. Your RR was a joy to read.------------------
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Tetsujin30
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posted Nov-11-2007 08:13 AM
Rindalina - remembering your careful laps around Hayward Field in April with us, this is a hugh victory for you and I'm very, very jealous of Joh, . .. I mean very, very proud of you.
Incidentally, if it'd been a recent 5K up here in Seattle, you would have been 229th overall and beaten 487 other runners. [ETA] - thanks for the race info. It sounds like the small town variety, though attracting the more competitive runners, also is very supportive so hope you can become a regular more and more. You'll give inspiration not only the the kids but to their parents too and may even get some more running company because of it.[/ETA] [This message has been edited by Tetsujin30 (edited Nov-11-2007).]
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rlemert
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posted Nov-11-2007 09:14 AM
Perseverence, thy name is Rinda! Congratulations on a job well done. Sounds like you're learning to work with your body to accomplish what you can. Best of luck in the future.
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RunsTheBitterroot
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posted Nov-11-2007 09:36 AM
Hi Linda, great job on your 5k and report. Larry------------------
"If you see a man running up a mountain trail in Montana with a fly pole attached to his back, you are probably lost. LDD
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mrpat
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posted Nov-11-2007 09:52 AM
Rinda, I have followed your progress for a long time and am very happy for you that you were able to run such a successful 5K and that you were able to do it with such supportive friends. I wish you continued running success.patrick
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evryday
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posted Nov-11-2007 10:06 AM
roohoo for rindaroo!That's what I'm talkin' about! You executed your plan perfectly. Congratulations! ------------------
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Rindaroo
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posted Nov-11-2007 10:45 AM
John - Ok so it was warmer than it has been!! lol My hands weren't cold at all yesterday... Thanks everyone, you are all so supportive. Its been nice to have your support during my ups & down this last couple of years. Tet - geez this small fast race thing is a little intimidating. My prior 5Ks were all in big races & its easy to be anonymous. But I was pleasantly surprised how supportive this club was, even the kids... and I do mean kids (like 10-13 year olds). So, I think they'll be more of these races in my future
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Econo
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posted Nov-11-2007 11:36 AM
(((Rindaroo))) -- a good race with friends -- that's just the best!
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Elaine3112
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posted Nov-11-2007 12:09 PM
Linda
I was excited to read your report and you did so well. You have every reason to be pleased with this result and to have some lovely running friends around you too. Well done.
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dromedary
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posted Nov-11-2007 12:22 PM
Keep up the good work! I also have asthma and it's gotten worse in the last decade, so I know what you have to deal with. With the right medications and a doctor who is willing to help you as a runner (instead of one that just tells you to not run or exercise), you CAN manage your asthma and overcome your obstacles. For instance, a few weeks ago broke 30 minutes on a 5K and I never imagined I could do it. No wheezing or coughing afterward! I'm running better than I did in high school.
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jemmama
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posted Nov-11-2007 02:31 PM
Linda, you go, honey!! I'm so thrilled for you! Wonderful job! And what great support from John and the running club!
Jem
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Flyin Hawaiian
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posted Nov-12-2007 06:47 AM
Way to go Linda! Its nice to hear that you are taking control of your asthma and its not controlling you.Laurie ------------------
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vista129
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posted Nov-12-2007 06:59 AM
What a fun report.Now I know that running under those conditions and dealing with all that you do, is NOT fun. But what is fun is that you don't let obstacles prevent you from doing what you want to do. To have done so well in this race is a HUGE accomplishment. Congratulations. Thanks for sharing this report. ------------------
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Canfit
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posted Nov-12-2007 10:10 AM
Great race under tough conditions (asthma), Linda! Continued good running!
PJ
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