Saturday, May 10, 2008

 

10k on the 10th Virtual Club Run Race Report


God looked down on Cavegirl as she got ready to run.
Her tooth was chipped.
Her Bondi band was animal striped.
Her legs were hairy.
Her sausage shirt was tight and sleek.

He smiled and said,
My Cavey child, you are really working hard on this Cavegirl thing. :D
I have looked down on your world and many Cavepeople are moving today.
Many have already said they would not have done this.
And not only are they moving, they are happy.
They are confronting fears and negative thoughts.
They are countering with good things about themselves and their lives.
They have heard about your club.

You have done a good thing, Cavegirl.
You have made a great plan for yourself, too.
You have worked hard to confront your own fears and doubts.
This has not gone unnoticed.

And like the day I first gave you the club,
today you will have the run of your life.
It won't be easy, but you will have it in you.

I gave you the club, but you do have to carry it.

Cavegirl ran like she had never run before.
She ran away from sabertoothed thoughts that normally had claws and teeth.
She ran and ran and ran.

And every mile made her smile
even with the jagged tooth.
Her legs were hairy but they mostly were just strong.
Her heart beat wildly but she knew she had it in her.
Her sausage shirt even stayed in place.

Cavegirl decided that sticky fingers from gu would not bother her.
She laughed and smiled when He gave her a puddle to wash them.
She rejoiced at the beautiful day and He gave her clouds when it got hot.

When she stopped for a quick break,
her miles still stayed under 12, and she smiled.

And just for today, He allowed NO ONE to pass her.
People were only allowed to run toward her and be friendly.
Cavegirl escaped the sabertooth.
She lived to run another day.
She could care for Caveman and snuggle her cubs.
When the cubs asked if she got last, she just smiled and said,
no, mom won today.
Cavegirl realized she always has the club.
She just has to remember to carry it.
It might not be easy, but she has it in her.
11:19
10:58
11:39
11:27
11:42
11:33
2:14
6.2 miles ~ 1:10:55 ~ 11:26 pace (PR)

Wishing you all particularly cavey runs. Let me know when you have finished and posted your report by posting on my blog. Look for a full race report sometime Monday. Thanks, everyone!!

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# posted by Non-Runner Nancy @ 12:30 PM
Comments:
WOO-HOO!!! Go Nancy - Congrats on your PR! I just finished my 10K (inspired by you, of course) and will post my report later. Congrats again!
# posted by Blogger audgepodge : May 10, 2008 1:53 PM
 
Congrats on your PR!!! Thank you so much for bringing all kinds of kick ass people together again!

I'll post a full report later when my ego stops throbbing :-)
# posted by Blogger chia : May 10, 2008 1:57 PM
 
Nancy -- way to go! Unlike lame-o me, who couldn't even finish :(
# posted by Blogger Ovens2Betsy : May 10, 2008 2:41 PM
 
Eric and I actually did the double (Eric actually did a 20-miler). So I will post both:

1:10:15 for the first 10k
1:11:15 for the second 10k

Awesome job on the PR!
# posted by Blogger Chad in the Arizona Desert : May 10, 2008 2:54 PM
 
Now wait just a minute. How is it possible for the race director to get a PR in her own race? Something very fishy -- she must have bribed the timers. :)

Just kidding, of course. Great run, Nancy, and a huge CONGRATULATIONS on your PR.

I managed to get out and back in the cave without getting stepped on by any dinosaurs.

Race report: http://bobruns.blogspot.com/2008/05/10k-on-10th.html

Age group: M50-54
Time: 47:27
Course: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1882529

Great fun! Great race director!
# posted by Blogger Shilingi-Moja : May 10, 2008 2:56 PM
 
Great race, super race director, my vote for sexiest race director of the day!!

My time....1:23:15, far from a PR but I'm working my way back in that direction...it was fun to run this kind of race...hope we have another soon Nancy...way to go on the PR!!!! You rock!!!
# posted by Blogger Randy - Maniac #788 : May 10, 2008 3:16 PM
 
Whew. That's done. Here's my report: http://illrunfordonuts.blogspot.com/2008/05/10k-on-10th-race-report.html
# posted by Blogger Topher : May 10, 2008 3:52 PM
 
Way to go Nancy! Great run! Gotta love those PRs!

Here's my report: http://lifestrides.blogspot.com/2008/05/10k-on-10th-of-may.html
# posted by Blogger Reid : May 10, 2008 3:56 PM
 
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# posted by Blogger Reid : May 10, 2008 3:58 PM
 
Nancy, Nancy....check out them splits!!!! You are AWESOME!!!

I used your club today......it was freaking awesome!

My race report is done and posted on my blog.....dont let anyone take the DAL distinction away from me....I earned it!!!! ;)
# posted by Blogger Pokey : May 10, 2008 5:04 PM
 
Hey Nancy, I liked your race report very much. Very inspiring. However, I noticed that everytime we have one of these virtual races, you seem to have a PR! Is your course accurately measured and USTAF certified? Or do you just run really fast when no one's looking? Hmmm...

HAHA! J/K! I love your races. I ran the 10K as a celebration of sorts. Got close, but didn't get a PR today. Maybe next time.

I wrote a dinky race report at the bottom of my post today. It might be hard to find through all the self-congratulatory junk I have.

Still, it was a great race! Much appreciated for the opportunity to run with you again!
# posted by Blogger The Laminator : May 10, 2008 5:10 PM
 
Nancy, you cavy girl, with hairy legs....nice PB!!! Excuse me chipped tooth, here I thought the chip went on the hairy toe...(shoe).

Dino and I had a great run, Cave Lion Lily stayed away and T-Rex was no where to be seen....full details on the blog, thanks for all the fun!
# posted by Blogger Lily on the Road : May 10, 2008 5:27 PM
 
Nancy,

Congrats! on the 10K PR today. I didn't get to participate in your virtual 10K, but I did PR on a 5K today. You can check it out at http://www.gajohnson.org/gregjohnson/2008/05/silverton-hospi.html .

You are an inspiration to many.

Keep pressing toward the finish line!

gaj
# posted by Anonymous Greg Johnson : May 10, 2008 5:30 PM
 
awesome run virtual nemesis woman!

you can put me down for 1hr 25min. :)
# posted by Blogger scott keeps running : May 10, 2008 6:11 PM
 
GO NANCY!! And sportin the BBand no less! Sweet sweet job chica! :-*

You're the best :-*
# posted by Blogger Marcy : May 10, 2008 6:33 PM
 
In case you didn't see my time in my comment to your previous post--55:20. Thanks again for organizing! My report is at www.themarathonmama.blogspot.com
# posted by Blogger Kristina : May 10, 2008 7:14 PM
 
Congratulations!!! You rock!

And THANK YOU for making me go out there and kick my own butt 1:07:23 is my time, which I am very happy about!
# posted by Blogger Running Ragged : May 10, 2008 7:22 PM
 
:O(
Only got to 5 miles Nancy!
:O(
M
# posted by Blogger Michelle J : May 10, 2008 7:31 PM
 
Hey Nancy! I ran the race in Chiang Rai, Thailand so this thing is "worldwide"! Here's my race report". I finished with a time of 1:16. Thanks a LOT for organizing this! From one non-runner to another, William
# posted by Blogger William and Cindy Haynes : May 10, 2008 8:13 PM
 
What 10K I thought you said 10 Miler. Just kidding. Well my plan had a 10 miler today so I did the 10 mile. I forgot to lap my garmin at the 10K point. I wasnt having the greatest run. My 10K point was probably about 59 or so. Did the 10 Miler in 1:41 Full Report
# posted by Blogger Kevin : May 10, 2008 8:15 PM
 
Great job Nancy. Sorry I didn't run today. Too much life got in the way.
# posted by Blogger Bev : May 10, 2008 8:16 PM
 
Oh and congrats on the new PR
# posted by Blogger Kevin : May 10, 2008 8:16 PM
 
OK my race report is boring, so not fun like yours. Your ROCK Nancy!

Here's my borrring report: http://nikemomof2.blogspot.com/2008/05/10k-on-10th-race-report.html

I promise to kick it up a notch next time in the creativity department. :)
# posted by Blogger Nikemom : May 10, 2008 8:24 PM
 
Congrats on your PR. I participated in the 10K on the 10th today in New Jersey.

Here's my race report:
http://www.shoreturtle.com/blog/?p=866
# posted by Blogger ShoreTurtle : May 10, 2008 9:37 PM
 
Nice PR!!! I posted this in the comments from your last post before this one, so I'll re-post it here.

I did my 10K in a crazy race that was 5.5 miles (race organizers way underestimated the course), but I kept going to 6.22 (by myself--everyone else stopped at the finish! Does that make me first?) My race report is at www.themommyminute.blogspot.com.

Thanks for organizing this! I might not have gotten out there otherwise. Oh yeah, my time was 1:00:10, a PR!!
Donna
# posted by Blogger RunnerMom : May 10, 2008 9:54 PM
 
Nancy~ We almost tied!! I came in just after you...I wanted you to win since you are the director afterall. ;>P

My report is up!!
http://momistri-ing.blogspot.com/2008/05/10k-on-10th-virtual-club-run-race.html
# posted by Blogger J~Mom : May 10, 2008 10:01 PM
 
BTW I forgot to say CONGRATS on your super duper 10k!!!!!!!!!!!!
# posted by Blogger J~Mom : May 10, 2008 10:35 PM
 
I had to miss it as I had a 5K on the 11th. Set a PR in that tho!
# posted by Blogger Andrew is getting fit : May 10, 2008 10:38 PM
 
Nice run and awesome PR! I loved the report.

"Sausage shirt" had me on the floor laughing!
# posted by Blogger Jenny : May 11, 2008 5:29 AM
 
Great job! I ran 6.5 miles in 66 minutes. Thanks for pushing me that extra mile!
# posted by Blogger RunningNan : May 11, 2008 6:32 AM
 
Thanks for the great race Nancy!!! I posted my report from yesterday's race already.

Can we do shorter distances as the summer approaches? Something like a Two Mile Pub Sprint? Not that I would use alcohol as a reward for running--that's Jess's shtick.
# posted by Blogger sRod : May 11, 2008 7:07 AM
 
Nice job Nancy!

Mine time was 58:42.
# posted by Blogger Jess : May 11, 2008 8:55 AM
 
From the fifty and older crowd Prehistoric Patty has this race report...

First, I need glasses,because when I first read about the race I saw 10 on the 10TH so on Wednesday I went and ran 10 miles (in 2:06:28) so I would be able to participate in the race. Upon looking at your post a second time I discovered the distance was 10K not 10 miles and since I didn't have a time for 6.2 miles and it is mother's day I conned my youngest into running 6.2 miles with me this morning and I am reporting a finish time of 1:03:28 which I am pretty sure is a PR for me but since I don't keep good track of those things...

So... Thanks Cave girl, THANKS a lot!
# posted by Blogger Patty : May 11, 2008 11:06 AM
 
Hi Nancy--

That's an awesome photo of you and congrats on the PR. My race report for my non-virtual 10 mile race is up --hope you're having a well-deserved rest.
# posted by OpenID crankygirl : May 11, 2008 12:51 PM
 
Awesome job Nancy!

I did my 10K today and just posted a race report. I got a new PR too!

thank you so much for this. :)
# posted by Blogger Running Knitter : May 11, 2008 12:53 PM
 
Congrats on the PR Nancy! I actually ran one of my slowest 10Ks today, but since it was part of my longest run ever, I'll forgive myself. Race report is here: http://absolutlyfit.blogspot.com/2008/05/breaking-all-pre-marathon-training.html
# posted by Blogger Laura : May 11, 2008 3:16 PM
 
I wasn't planning on running the 10K yesterday, I had an 8 mile run scheduled, (6 Tempo miles with a warm up and cool down mile) but the 6 tempo miles went so well that I decided to keep going for another 0.2 and enter my time in your 10K on the 10th. Anyway, the middle 6.2 miles of my run was completed in 52:43. Below is a link to my race report.

http://www.half-fast.org/2008/05/10k-on-10th.html
# posted by Blogger Vanilla : May 11, 2008 3:24 PM
 
Did I email you my time: 72:34

Here's my report:
http://fromnatsbrain.typepad.com/see_nat_run/2008/05/me-runner-you-p.html
# posted by Blogger Nat : May 11, 2008 3:43 PM
 
What a great report, Nanc!! I just love ya! Fantabaulous splits! Don't make me start calling you Lil' Miss 10ish!!
Mine is on the blog.
((high 5'ing you from here))
# posted by Blogger Viv : May 11, 2008 5:06 PM
 
Finished my half!!

Let's see. My mind ofcourse blurrs out on all the numbers but I think ?I have it correct ~

6.2 approx time - 1:20
10 miles - 2:06

I looked at my watch both times and tried really really hard to remember, but then you get all screwed up with the 1/2 time after the race! I am pretty sure that is correct miles 8 and were down hills and I was cruising making up time!

http://www.hoboyoung.blogspot.com

Em
My race report is up. More pics to come as I get them.
# posted by Blogger The Young Family : May 11, 2008 5:10 PM
 
Congrats on your PR.

I just turned in my PW (personal worse) and I may have the honor of being dead last in this virtual 10K due to a whole lot of walking today....1:27:54.

I'm okay with it though. You'll have to read the report.
# posted by Blogger Lisa - Slow & Steady : May 11, 2008 5:25 PM
 
Nancy, good job! Awesome pace! You'll have to check out my blog for my 10k report. I am giving my unofficial 10k time as 1:19, since I forgot to look at my watch, since I was so busy in the porta potties.
# posted by Blogger Vickie : May 11, 2008 5:49 PM
 
Finally posted my race report - my time was 0:59:11.
# posted by Blogger audgepodge : May 11, 2008 6:13 PM
 
really lazy and may not get a report posted so
56:15 for me!!
# posted by Blogger Amanda : May 11, 2008 6:15 PM
 
Awesome job Nancy. I'm still working on my report, but I thought I should get you my time...59:35, average pace 9:37!!...can you freakin' believe it! I can't...I guess us 40 y/o chicks w/some junk in the trunk (and the passenger seat, and the engine) still got it.

I'll post my link when I'm done w/ my report.
# posted by Blogger shelley : May 11, 2008 7:46 PM
 
First off, congrats on your pr.
Second, I found your blog from reading the blogs of others who've pointed me here.
I blogged about your blog on my blog, calling this an Internet running revolution.
I did a 10k on the 11th, if thats okay. It was a training run. 6.5 miles in 56:47. My report on my blog is here: http://5ksandcabernets.blogspot.com/2008/05/10k-on-10th.html
# posted by Blogger Kevin : May 11, 2008 8:08 PM
 
Great job Nancy!

My report will be up on Monday. For the (early) preview, I had 42:08 for 6.22 miles.

Thanks for directing this awesome event!
# posted by Blogger Nitmos : May 11, 2008 8:16 PM
 
You are a secret speed demon, aren't you? Come on...admit it...you have been holding back....

Way to go! My report is out there. I didn't keep track of time - but me down as a minute later about anyone who was worried they were slow. Although..I will say, mine felt fast.
# posted by Blogger Amy@RunnersLounge : May 11, 2008 8:33 PM
 
OK, I am still recovering from the battle scars I earned last weekend during my HM. Needless to say, I didn't get a 10K in this weekend.

I will have a couple hours to myself tomorrow, so I might try to bang it out then. If I do, I will let you know!
# posted by Blogger Michelle : May 11, 2008 9:11 PM
 
Woo Hoo girl!!! You did awesome on that 10K. Luv those digits!!!

Happy Mother's Day!!!!
# posted by Blogger Mendy : May 11, 2008 9:36 PM
 
Hi Nancy: Nice togs. I ran with my club, to keep within the theme. My running club, that is. 55:04 for the 10K.
# posted by Blogger peter : May 11, 2008 9:38 PM
 
Way to go Nancy! Congrats on a fantastic PR. Thanks for putting on another incredible race! I'll send you my results later ;)
# posted by Blogger Jamie : May 11, 2008 9:41 PM
 
Nice work nance! I love your post :)


I finished 56:32. Full post soon!
# posted by Blogger akshaye : May 11, 2008 11:01 PM
 
My report is up...sorry for the late entry.

http://shelleyisrunningherlife.blogspot.com/2008/05/cavepeople-unite-10k-on-10th-race.html
# posted by Blogger shelley : May 11, 2008 11:38 PM
 
I hope I can jump in. Great blog, but I have never commented before. I ran the 10k in 54:36. My blog is only crime-related so no recap for me. Thanks for keeping us on our toes.
# posted by Blogger Velma : May 12, 2008 8:55 AM
 
Hey Nancy! My race report is posted here: http://experiencelifemag.com/blogs/renovating-kaeti/2008/05/12/10k-on-the-10th-race-report/

Thanks for inspiring me to run my first 10K!
# posted by Anonymous Kaeti : May 12, 2008 9:24 AM
 
PR!! Woo-Hoo - you rock!!!
Thanks again for organizing this race Nancy!! I ran my 10k on Sunday with my weekend long run.
# posted by Blogger renae : May 12, 2008 9:37 AM
 
Thanks for the race. It got me up and going on Saturday.

Time - 54:54

report - http://slowsam.blogspot.com/
# posted by Blogger Sam : May 12, 2008 9:48 AM
 
My smallish race report is up.

Thanks Nancy!
# posted by Blogger Nitmos : May 12, 2008 10:25 AM
 
Way to go, Cavegirl! That picture of you is hot. You look fierce, my friend.
# posted by Blogger Betsy : May 12, 2008 10:38 AM
 
First 10K real and virtual in 54:58.

Race Report here: http://aaronrunsagain.blogspot.com/2008/05/tacoma-city-10k-run-race-report.html

I thought about all the other runners in this race when I was on the course and it brought a welcome smile to my face.
# posted by Blogger Aaron Cunningham : May 12, 2008 3:37 PM
 
Nice job Nancy! I'm sad I was gone all weekend and didn't participate this time. I'll definitely do the next one though!
# posted by Blogger Jess : May 12, 2008 4:27 PM
 
I love your report!
# posted by Blogger P.O.M. : May 12, 2008 5:04 PM
 
Great job on your run, Nancy!

Wish I could say the same -- you won't find a report on my web page. Guess I was still hung over from the full mary the weekend before.

Gotta get those feet moving again!

Thanks for doing another outstanding job as race director!
# posted by Blogger Jeff : May 12, 2008 5:37 PM
 
Nice job on the race Nancy! I am bumbed I didn't get to participate, but I am thinking there will be another virtual race down the road?!
# posted by Blogger teacherwoman : May 12, 2008 6:49 PM
 
...and is the next one on the 11th?
# posted by OpenID vermeulenblog : May 12, 2008 8:22 PM
 
Nancy,

I have to bail on this race. I feel crappy about it, but I am just not healed enough to run a 10K this week. I did run four miles today, but they hurt thanks to my injury.

I hope to be a part of the next virtual race!
# posted by Blogger Michelle : May 13, 2008 12:25 AM
 
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