tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post3728325867112154911..comments2024-03-18T07:12:33.778-04:00Comments on Runs for Cookies: Upside-down frownUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-28862658003934184512012-04-16T09:45:27.434-04:002012-04-16T09:45:27.434-04:00That is freaking awesome about the Garmin! I'v...That is freaking awesome about the Garmin! I've only done up to a 10-miler but a while back I was having knee issues and it turned out I had really weak hips. Like if you lie on your side and do the "old fashioned" side leg lift with someone pushing down on your leg I could barely keep it up. I ended up going to PT to try and strengthen my hips and that helped a lot. I know you Maliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17814779732557768156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-42088668555165265432012-04-15T23:26:32.735-04:002012-04-15T23:26:32.735-04:00I JUST bought the Adrenalines today! I'm not a...I JUST bought the Adrenalines today! I'm not a huge distance runner, but I'm so excited to break these in. My issues are more in my hips (after, not during) so I can't wait to see if this makes a difference. Glad to know you like them.WFHMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06259110771670534884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-82409407935262162452012-04-14T21:31:39.610-04:002012-04-14T21:31:39.610-04:00Well, that is awesome that Garmin offered you that...Well, that is awesome that Garmin offered you that! I, personally (and selfishly!), am excited about the fact that you're going to give one away, also! Would LOVE something like this for my runs, but just can't afford it.glenna marshallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18348224654818247656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-30216010011796736812012-04-14T15:31:53.526-04:002012-04-14T15:31:53.526-04:00Yes, they are! It would be quite the coincidence i...Yes, they are! It would be quite the coincidence if they were not ;)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-71427972603501605652012-04-14T15:31:15.204-04:002012-04-14T15:31:15.204-04:00I did try coconut water recently, but I really did...I did try coconut water recently, but I really didn't like the taste of it. I will never use Nuun again! I do like using Powerade or Gatorade for my really long runs though. I know coconut water is healthier, but I just couldn't stand the taste!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-56856308451563454432012-04-14T15:24:46.381-04:002012-04-14T15:24:46.381-04:00You're right, strengthening my quads is probab...You're right, strengthening my quads is probably the answer! But I'm not "supposed" to start a strength program in the middle of marathon training. I should have been doing it from the beginning!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-44141206379737161462012-04-14T15:23:44.586-04:002012-04-14T15:23:44.586-04:00I really hope that I don't come across like I ...I really hope that I don't come across like I have a perfect life! The way you wrote that makes it sound like everything is always sunshine and rainbows--and believe me, it's NOT. But yes, I'm super blessed for all of the great things in my life. A few years ago, I never would have believed that this is where I would be in life today ;)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-47290213730938698942012-04-14T15:20:37.484-04:002012-04-14T15:20:37.484-04:00Thanks Tonia! You are definitely capable of reachi...Thanks Tonia! You are definitely capable of reaching your goals!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-47318662193227517142012-04-14T15:17:48.166-04:002012-04-14T15:17:48.166-04:00Thanks so much for commenting (and reading) Kelly!...Thanks so much for commenting (and reading) Kelly!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-511911981353898522012-04-14T15:16:40.860-04:002012-04-14T15:16:40.860-04:00I know that I REALLY need to be strength training....I know that I REALLY need to be strength training. I should have been doing it before I started marathon training. But it's not recommended to start a strength training program now, until after I'm done with the marathon. Lesson learned. Will start after the marathon!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-77580570366010942632012-04-14T15:15:18.589-04:002012-04-14T15:15:18.589-04:00So glad you are getting your coveted Garmin!So glad you are getting your coveted Garmin!Frickin' Fabulous at 40https://www.blogger.com/profile/14853674225662132643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-53580914844324657262012-04-14T15:13:20.342-04:002012-04-14T15:13:20.342-04:00Wink, wink? Hmmm...Wink, wink? Hmmm...Frickin' Fabulous at 40https://www.blogger.com/profile/14853674225662132643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-81560518809122808032012-04-14T13:34:13.126-04:002012-04-14T13:34:13.126-04:00Very happy for you about the Garmin!!! And also g...Very happy for you about the Garmin!!! And also green with envy. I want one! I spent my allowance on shoes, socks, and apparel (and entry fee for a half marathon). Though, I may make it my Christmas gift to myself this year. : ) <br /><br />My friend's kitties do love the climbing trees. Good purchase!<br /><br />Concerning your knee, if your husband has good insurance, it may be worth LoveAnAnimalnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-13027647097591547312012-04-14T13:27:23.087-04:002012-04-14T13:27:23.087-04:00Good luck. You are quite inspiring.
I am a new rea...Good luck. You are quite inspiring.<br />I am a new reader to your blog. ? For u: are your cats named after friends characters?amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00531845104821024512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-21305259756325296862012-04-14T13:09:38.662-04:002012-04-14T13:09:38.662-04:00If you're just looking for the basics and you ...If you're just looking for the basics and you have a smart phone, you can download "Map My Run" app. It's free and you can you track your distance, speed and time. I just bought a strap to carry my phone to my arm and I don't notice it's there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-60983197574192188442012-04-14T13:08:32.860-04:002012-04-14T13:08:32.860-04:00What a nice suprise for ALL OF US! Enjoy that new ...What a nice suprise for ALL OF US! Enjoy that new Garmin. It's amazing what your little blog is doing isn't it? I guess it's not LITTLE anymore is it!<br /><br />Loved the cat picture on the climbing tree. It's funny how all four cats found a spot they liked! Do they all get along? I sure miss having a pet around the house, but as I often say, I do NOT miss having their messes (ordupsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18088114640385927198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-51017963769874582342012-04-14T10:12:30.969-04:002012-04-14T10:12:30.969-04:00I want a Garmin pretty badly. I've been trying...I want a Garmin pretty badly. I've been trying to look into them lately. I can't afford one yet, but I'm trying to save up. The problem is I am so confused on which one to get. I want a really simple one that does the basics like pace/distance/time. I don't need all the extra stuff.stephnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-10057802389467048142012-04-14T08:46:09.035-04:002012-04-14T08:46:09.035-04:00I also bought some (9!) bondi bands because of you...I also bought some (9!) bondi bands because of your review. I started with just purchasing 2 for me and 2 for my bestie (as a surprise, she lives across the country from me but we are training together for the AF Half Marathon in Sept). Then I emailed Bondi Band looking for an AF one and they had one. So I ordered 5 more bands!Gypsiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09985236810399140894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-60897360563389230132012-04-14T07:05:06.673-04:002012-04-14T07:05:06.673-04:00Have you tired doing squats for work on your quads...Have you tired doing squats for work on your quads? I've heard that in women your quads not being strong enough can lead to knee problems. Just a thought, I know you run a lot but not sure if you do any resistance training :) Super excited for a giveaway, I've been DYING for a Garmin but can't afford one!SkinnyMeghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13606660046717315661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-4456154095570611462012-04-14T05:18:17.562-04:002012-04-14T05:18:17.562-04:00Awesome Katie! Hope to see you at the race today. ...Awesome Katie! Hope to see you at the race today. I hope you have a good catch up with a friend run! Fun times for sure.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00543730077852116653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-5967028329257190012012-04-14T02:48:02.293-04:002012-04-14T02:48:02.293-04:00Love your blog,read it every day. As a newbie to r...Love your blog,read it every day. As a newbie to running,and having to start real slow beacuse of weak knees, l really hope you listen to your body. I was out for six months last year due to my knees. I just hoped it woudgo away andpushed through pain. Did me no good that, and hoped l learned from last time. There is always another race...so best of luck!! Good luck from NorwayAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-75479130985996269562012-04-14T01:59:49.980-04:002012-04-14T01:59:49.980-04:00That is awesome Katie - both the Garmin, and the c...That is awesome Katie - both the Garmin, and the cat tree that is :D My partner made a scratching post out of old carpet for our cat, she loves it!<br /><br />You'll have to report back on the Garmin - how exciting :DSusnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-3340584377795369822012-04-14T01:48:06.019-04:002012-04-14T01:48:06.019-04:00Wow! You lost all that weight, got the lower body ...Wow! You lost all that weight, got the lower body lift, have an awesome husband and parents, healthy friends to pursue your goals with, go on fun trips and races, and on top of that you're able to make money and get free gifts from your blog! You're livin' the dream! You must've been really good in a former life :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-7642348498894760392012-04-14T00:21:25.188-04:002012-04-14T00:21:25.188-04:00I bought Bondi Bands because of Katie, too! And l...I bought Bondi Bands because of Katie, too! And look how many have purchased Garmins because of her...heck, I've looked at them and I don't need one. I have an iPhone that does everything but the actual running, LOL.HeatherHnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-15861708947937821952012-04-14T00:10:29.759-04:002012-04-14T00:10:29.759-04:00That is amazing, props to Garmin!! After I ran my ...That is amazing, props to Garmin!! After I ran my first half I had major knee issues. Just about any time I ran I would be in pain for a couple of days. What eliminated my knee pain was weight training, because it strengthened the muscles around my knee. My preferred method is crossfit :) Also, I did some reading when that was going on and it explained that while our muscles can quickly adapt to kara t.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03864285055695884300noreply@blogger.com