<p>I was reading earlier on the CrossFit discussion board about a guy starting CF with a beginning weight of 525+. Sounds scary to me!</p>
<p>Idad- it was at Soldier Field/the museum campus/McCormick Place (big convention center). Not along the lakefront but still nice. There was some other run that had already snapped up Grant Park/Buckingham Fountain, as I pass that on my way to Soldier Field. The other nice lakefront run is more north, Belmont Harbor area. But these are all well done and well organized IMO. I am doing one in South Bend, Indiana (Notre Dame) next weekend. God help me - I’m crossing state lines to run!</p>
<p>Hops scout - I follow a friend of mine who weighed 400 lbs, had gastric bypass and is now at 280 or so. He has made amazing changes, but I cannot imagine him doing crossfit. He works w a trainer who specializes in gastric bypass patients, and he does things like elliptical, walking on treadmill, and very easy weights.</p>
<p>Congrats on another run done, PG, and another painted shirt! 
I have heard the color run courses can be any distance from 2.9 to 3.5, so don’t worry about the distance! Glad you met your goal of not walking. I still really believe you could do well in a regular 5K and there are many, many that are not “serious” races but have accurate courses and good swag! I think you have a lot more potential than you think you do with running!</p>
<p>My age group award from the women’s half “will be sent in 4-6 weeks”. This is the evil Competitor Group. I won’t hold my breath.</p>
<p>Congratulations on the races well-run, MOWC and PG, and on the hunk of “medal”, MOWC.</p>
<p>It was raining cats, dogs, and antelopes here yesterday, or at least that’s what it sounded like hitting the roof. Not as wet out there today, but I think I’ll still choose to get my miles in on the treadmill.</p>
<p>3.6 mi and a visit to the smith machine.</p>
<p>Stretch/strength/core workout. Quiet here this morning.</p>
<p>I was gone all weekend long, but am really hope to get back to my routine tonight. It is nasty outside again, so it is a given that my treadmill will be exercising with me. :)</p>
<p>Yeah- where is everybody? 2 miles this morning and I hope to do a few more this afternoon. Legs tired but not sore from the 18 mile/race on Saturday. September was a little bit lighter of a month for me- still did 38-40 mile weeks, but a lot depends on where the weekends fall in the month. I can’t wait until I get through this year of 2000 miles so I can back off. Tempted by a lot of “pumpkin” right now- pumpkin donuts, pumpkin bagels, pumpkin lattes…</p>
<p>I’m getting ready for one more camping/hiking trip before my favorite campground closes for the year. Headed out tomorrow. Should be pretty much peak fall foliage in the White Mountains, weather calls for highs in the 70s, lows in the upper 40s, and bright blue sky. What’s not to like?</p>
<p>I’m planning on some moderate hikes.</p>
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<p>If the weather holds deeper into October, I’m thinking about a quick jaunt to do a couple of days of hiking in Acadia National Park. Weather is a little more moderate along the coast than in the White Mountains. So foliage this week and we’ll see after that…</p>
<p>My mother died tonight while I was out running after work. I got the message from my sister after I got back to the car. Interestingly, I saw a deer in a yard on my way out (about 1 mile) and then again on my way back- same deer. It must have been right when my mother was passing on. Even though this is no shock, it still is- if that makes sense. We will have a memorial service in PA after Kona, since I’ll be traveling from this Thursday until the 20th of October. This will be my daughter’s (Episcopal priest) 2nd grandmother memorial service to officiate this year. (my stepmother died in March) It all feels strange.</p>
<p>Hugs, hugs and more hugs, MOfWC. I’m so sorry. I know how it feels… My FIL passed away just a month ago. It was not unexpected, since his health was in a rapid decline, but the news still hit us hard.</p>
<p>I am so sorry. Even when you know that a loved one’s death is coming, the reality of it is another matter entirely. I’m praying for peace for you and for your family.</p>
<p>Many thoughts and prayers for you and your family MOWC. I personally do think that there are signs - like the deer- that are significant in moments like this. My guess is you will never forget that moment and that deer. May she rest peacefully.</p>
<p>Oh, MOWC. Hugs, more hugs.</p>
<p>MOWC, I am so, so sorry.</p>
<p>aw, I’m sorry, MOWC. Even though it’s easy to rationally say that it was time, it still hits you hard. Just think of the good memories and the good times.</p>
<p>Aw, so sorry MOWC. Losing your Mom is so tough even if you see it coming.<br>
Mine passed away ten years ago and I still miss her. Hugs to you and your family.</p>
<p>Hugs, MomWC. Be kind to yourself.
Deer medicine, as they say, is unconditional love, and gentle healing. What a beautiful message for her to send you to let you know she is with you still <3</p>
<p>Thinking of you and your family MOWC. Wishing you much strength and peace in the days ahead. Take care.</p>