Thursday, October 18, 2007

 

Final Taper Run

I really haven't thought the so-called taper madness was hitting me. In fact, rather than itching to run like everyone else seems to be, I have been avoiding it like the plague. I think it is some subconsious thing about wanting to conserve as much energy as possible. Maybe taper madness is different for some people?

Some things I have experienced:
Anyway, tonight around 10pm, I decided to run an easy 2.6 mile route I did several times while I was trying to get ready to start the marathon plan. I don't have any more training left, so it seemed fitting to do it before the race. I have also been wanting to take Nikki (the dog) with me but I think we need to ease into it, to make sure neither of us is going to be miserable. This seemed like the perfect length easy run. Nikki's a rat terrier, so basically, little and extremely fast, bred to run. I taught her to heel several years ago but we haven't had much practice. And there is the fact that her nickname is P.I.T.A. for a reason.

I put on the running clothes, including a bright lime green shirt for visibility. P.I.T.A.-girl did really great after a couple initial stops. I was really proud of her. It did occur to me that we might have slightly resembled the grinch and that little doggy as she was hauling my butt up a hill at one point!! It was dark and misting and cool. What a great run with my little companion. She LOVED it. We will definitely do more.

I don't know if I'm ready or not, but it's too late to do anything about it. I'm just going to enjoy this race and see where the training takes me. Tomorrow, PT guy is taping my feet and I'm going to pick up my packet. Almost there now.....


# posted by Non-Runner Nancy @ 11:36 PM
Comments:
Ooooh, you're so close!! Woo hoo!!!

I am feeling bummed because this Sunday would have been my HM, but we chose to go on a rare vacation instead. I will just have to live through you, I guess. ;-)
# posted by Blogger Michelle : October 19, 2007 3:13 AM
 
A motorized spider??? Don't tell The Man he's gonna want one too.

And Borscht... Too funny!
# posted by Blogger Moral Victories : October 19, 2007 6:51 AM
 
Best wishes on the race...

I haven't done squat since Monday and feel the same way (not sure if I'm ready).

I suggest we go out there and just HAVE FUN!!
# posted by Blogger Lisa - Slow & Steady : October 19, 2007 7:04 AM
 
Thanks for all your nice comments on our blogs - and I wanted to wish you all the best for your Marathon tomorrow; I can't wait to read how you did! Good luck, hang in there, and keep on going! I'll be thinking about you (Jenny is running a race, too, and it's my 41st birthday, so it's a big day!)
# posted by Blogger Amy : October 19, 2007 7:12 AM
 
Nancy, good luck on your race! You've been working hard for this. I can't wait to hear your report!
# posted by Blogger Jenny : October 19, 2007 7:28 AM
 
Have a great run. When you are a runner, the hands are the perfect place to land in a fall :-) I know. I tore mine up pretty good before my second to las tri! Love the image of the Grinch and the little dog.

Have fun this weekend!
# posted by Blogger Wes : October 19, 2007 7:30 AM
 
Good Luck and Congratulations on making it to the start line (often the hardest part).

You already did it. Now take the victory lap.
# posted by Blogger Nitmos : October 19, 2007 8:22 AM
 
oh that's a funny pic of you and the dog. I agree, I was so worried about conserving enegry this week, it just zapped the fun. But you know what...it's here now! wohoo, good luck, may the winds be with you and the force and whatever else you may need to finish.
# posted by Blogger Amanda : October 19, 2007 8:27 AM
 
Good luck this weekend! You've done the work now you're ready to run! I am so excited for you.

Too funny about what you did this week. Sounds like my 2 weeks of taper. I was very forgetful/scatterbrained I didn't fall off the front porch but I did nearly break my foot tripping over random cords and my cat!
# posted by Blogger Jamie : October 19, 2007 9:26 AM
 
Counting the minutes now. How exciting!!! no matter what happens enjoy the race. You have worked for it and you will rock it.

We will all be cheering you on!!

Also, you must post PICTURES :)
# posted by Blogger Gotta Run : October 19, 2007 9:30 AM
 
Tapering is different for everyone -- personally, I love the taper. I like the decrease in miles and the easy up of the training, but the anxiety about race day can be hard to deal with.

I think you'll do great, so good luck!
# posted by Blogger Jess : October 19, 2007 9:44 AM
 
Yay Nancy! You've made it this far and you're going to do great! I can't wait to read the race report =)

I'm super paranoid about getting sick too. Feel like I've been fighting something all week. Just take it easy and you'll be fine.
# posted by Blogger kate : October 19, 2007 10:09 AM
 
Woohoo, can't wait to read all about it!! You will do great!

And I just wanted to thank you for all the time you always take in stopping by and commenting with tips and things. I really do appreciate it :)
# posted by Blogger Moon : October 19, 2007 10:40 AM
 
Funny, I just decided this morning that I must have a cold...
# posted by Blogger Betsy : October 19, 2007 11:45 AM
 
Sounds like taper madness to me. When i was tapering, I did not "itch" to run like those others. Heck no. I thought it better to conserve energy. ha ha.

GOOD LUCK tomorrow. I can't wait to hear about it.
# posted by Blogger P.O.M. : October 19, 2007 12:43 PM
 
Had to laugh at the Grinch image!!!!! :)

I cant wait to read your race report, Nancy....you are going to ROCK!
# posted by Blogger Pokey : October 19, 2007 3:46 PM
 
Nitmos said it. You've done the hard part and now it's time to enjoy your day.

Run Strong, Run Happy!
# posted by Blogger Pat : October 19, 2007 4:46 PM
 
You are ready. Please don't pull a Bill and question everything you have done for all these weeks.. Just know that all the hard work will pay off. I'll be thinking about you and am looking forward to reading your race report.
# posted by Blogger bill carter : October 19, 2007 5:29 PM
 
OMG what is wrong with me?!?! I have been so sidetracked with stupid projects that I forgot to wish some of my most fav peeps a good luck. Now fixed . . .

GOOD LUCK NANCY!!!! You will do AWESOME!! I know it!! I'm super excited for you! I'm going to see if I can stalk you too :P You know I'll be there tracking your every move if they have runner tracking LOL
# posted by Blogger Marcy : October 19, 2007 8:42 PM
 
Hope it's a great race! I loved your bullet points on your previous post. You have accomplished so much!

And thanks for all the well wishes for Sophie. I think she's finally turning a corner.

Looking forward to reading your race report....
# posted by Blogger Laura N : October 19, 2007 11:21 PM
 
Nancy, best wishes for an excellent first half marathon! One word of advice, watch out for that uneven pavement! Have a wonderful time and enjoy every minute of it.
# posted by Blogger Database Diva : October 19, 2007 11:22 PM
 
Good luck. Looking forward to your race report.
# posted by Blogger Shilingi-Moja : October 20, 2007 6:34 AM
 
It is NEVER the borscht. Can't wait to hear about it.
# posted by Blogger Crabby : October 20, 2007 7:05 AM
 
Ah! You are so going to rock this thing!!!!!! Good luck!!!!!!!
# posted by Blogger J~mom : October 20, 2007 9:53 AM
 
Nancy, good luck! I thought your race was next week for some reason. You can do this! I'll be waiting for the report.
# posted by Blogger Vickie : October 20, 2007 11:38 AM
 
I really, really hope that your HM is tomorrow and not today because I'd feel like a real dork if I were a day late. Hopefully, since you commented this morning I'm not late.

Good luck tomorrow, you'll do great. And if you don't know if you are ready or not then you are feeling exactly like everyone else.

Taper madness is defintely different for everyone and it varies from race to race also, I think.

Can't wait for the race report...
# posted by Blogger ws : October 20, 2007 11:58 AM
 
Hey, wait a minute, according to your timer your race starts tomorrow at 10:10? Wow, I want that starting time.

Good luck with your halfer tomorrow and I look forward to reading your thoughts on the race.

And look, two big races in less than two weeks! Fun, fun, fun...
# posted by Blogger Brian Hawkinson : October 20, 2007 3:04 PM
 
Nancy, I know you had your focus on the full this time around but I have no doubt you are going to blow the half away today. You have been training so hard and have more heart than anyone I know. Grab your club and go get 'em girl!
# posted by Blogger kate : October 21, 2007 4:01 AM
 
hmmm a bit late to the party :-( hope you had? or are having today a great RUN....

Look forward to ur report!!! & some Pics tooo :-)
# posted by Blogger Bob Gentile : October 21, 2007 9:36 AM
 
hmmm, this nemesis talk is serious business.
# posted by Blogger scott keeps running : October 21, 2007 10:38 AM
 
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