BLT 5k Fun Run Recap

So this past Saturday morning was the BLT 5K Fun Run.  As mentioned in last Friday’s post we were supposed to get a rain storm.  The race was still on so we had to mentally prepare for the weather conditions.  We paid for the registration a while ago, and it being the last year for the race, we weren’t backing out.   We just had a small running crew this year.  One of Twin 1’s co-workers backed out due to the rain but CS and CF (and her daughter) were committed. 

We arrived at the school for race kit pick up around 8:15 am.  The race started at 9:00 am.  The good thing about this run is the school is open so the runners can wait inside until it is go time, which really worked out for us under the current weather conditions. At 8:50 am we were called outside to line up at the start.  At that time there was no rain but there was some wind and humidity.  Humidity is not a normality for October 22 in Nova Scotia.  

 

There weren’t that may participants as in past years and probably for two reasons: 1) A lot of the local runners were running the Legs for Literacy in Moncton, NB; and 2) the weather.  I’m sure a few backed out because of that.

The weather during the race was good…well half way.  Around the half way point or just after is when the rain started.  The torrential rain.  I don’t think anyone really seemed to mind though as it was a nice relief because of the humidity.  And the rain seemed to come straight down and wasn’t blowing around. 

Ok, maybe two people minded the rain.  CS because she threw her hat away a km or so into the run because her head was hot.  And CF because she was wearing glasses.  At one point she just took them off and Twin 2 guided her through the trail and tried to help her avoid the puddles.  Her bright pink sneakers led the way.

Now, we normally don’t have spectators but at this race we did…but we didn’t know it lol.  CS and CF saw Sister Wi but we didn’t.  She did capture a few pictures to prove she was there.  Here is one of us all running together:

 

We’re not sure our final times for this 5k as it wasn’t timed but from Twin 1’s watch she came in around 38:XX, CS around 39:XX and Twin 2 and CF came in around 42:XX.  And CF’s daughter did well and came in between our two groups.

Apparently 5k tires CF and her daughter right out :)

It’s sad that this race has to end after only 3 years as it is exactly what it’s called.  A FUN RUN. And local. And in the beautiful trail in the fall.

Tip Tuesday

Motivational Monday

Friday Funny & Tropical Storm?

So we have the BLT Fun Run tomorrow morning at 9:00 a.m.  The weather may not cooperate with us so it may be cancelled. If it's just a normal rain storm it's a go, if it's a tropical storm on the other hand it will be postponed/cancelled.  The anticipation is building. 

Ever since the weather updates leading up to today we've had numerous discussions of how the rain affects your run.  In our experience, if it's a torrential downpour and gale force winds, whatever training you have done goes out the window.  The goal at that point is just to hang in there and finish.  We experienced this during our 1/2 marathon two years ago.  We are not looking forward to Saturday however, 5k is a lot shorter than 21k.   It also makes a difference mentally on whether it's raining when the race starts or the rain starts after the starting gun.  If it starts afterwards what options do you have...continue on as you already started.  If before, that's when the hesitation and mental game takes place.  I guess that's why you train in any weather condition.  It still doesn't make it fun.

So onto the Friday Funny....IF the run goes ahead tomorrow morning:

Workout Wednesday

Since last week we kinda forgone our workout schedule (biking) due to Erica having to take Onyx to the vet every other day :( but we did get all our runs in.  

All run times are approximate as the Garmin is at home while this is being typed.

Wednesday, October 12 - We met up with CS at the BLT school and ran the route of the BLT Fun Run that we have coming up this Saturday.  We met around 5:30 pm to get in and out before darkness fell.  While Onyx is laid up we took Pearl with us and she was a great pace bunny.  We did 5k in approximately 44 minutes.  

Friday, October 14 - Twin 2 went straight to Twin 1's house after work and we went for another 5k run.  We again took Pearl and did a loop around Twin 1's that consisted of both sidewalk running and the trial.  We headed out around 4:45 pm and it was nice to get it done early on a Friday night.  This run took approximately 43 minutes.

Sunday, October 16 - Twin 2 thought it would be a good idea to run the race route again and start at the time the actually run on Saturday is supposed to start as it's been awhile since we did morning runs and want to remember what to eat, etc.  It was a chilly morning.  3 degrees.  We texted a bit to figure out what to wear as it's been awhile since we ran in the 'cold'.  We both opted for capris/tank/thin long sleeve shirt.  We actually ended up dressed exactly the same on Twin 1's tank & shoes were purple and Twin 2's was pink.  Twinzies!  The temps were fresh starting out but we warmed up in no time.  It took just over 41 minutes.


 

Tip Tuesday

Motivational Monday

Friday Funny

Recommendation

So if you have Netflix we recommend you watch Justin Timberlake + Tennessee Kids 20/20 concert.  

During the first song we were a little skeptical but after that it got very entertaining in a classical/soul/pop kinda way.  We really enjoyed it.  I believe it's only available for a limited time (unless it was just available yesterday) so watch it while you can.  

After reading people's comments on Facebook, apparently it's not the whole live concert which some peeps aren't happy about but for those you won't/can't fork over the money to attend his concert it's good enough for us.

One little tidbit Twin 2 learned was that the Tennessee Kids aren't kids, they are his band.  Fooled us.  lol

Workout Wednesday

Not too much to report this week.  We took another break for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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Wednesday, October 5^th 2016 – ran on the sidewalks at Twin 1’s house at around 730pm.  Our friend C ran with us as well as she is running the BLT run and hasn’t ran outside in quite some time.  Took a walk break as C’s hip was bothering her.

W – 10 min

R – 2.5 miles (4.02 km) -

W – 5 min

Total -  min , 5:19k @ 9:07min/km

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 Thursday, October 6^th 2016 – REST DAY and Eyebrow day

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 Friday, October 7^th 2016 – we took another rest day for travel day

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 Saturday, October 8^th 2016 – we had our Thanksgiving meal but before that we walked back to 2^nd lake.  It was a great day until Onyx cut her paw pad.  Luckly the boys had the 4 wheeler so they drove her back home.

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 Sunday, October 9^th 2016 – Twin 1 was still down home,  Twin 2 was at the in-laws, an auction and touring the pumpkin people.

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 Monday, October 10^th 2016 – Tense ride back to Halifax for Twin 1.  When she got home she did the chores of getting ready to head back to work and relaxed

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Tuesday, October 11^th 2016 – Supposed to be BIKE but we opted for another rest day as Twin 2 was working off site again and Twin 1 was at the vet

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Now that we are back on schedule with no more holidays and only 2 weeks left until the run we will do better.

With that being said, we had a discussion about whether or not we try and make up the workouts we missed or just continue on with the scheduled workout for the day.  As it's too confusing and life does get in the way at times we decided to just continue on schedule and not worry about the ones we missed.

Tip Tuesday

Friday Funny

We hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving weekend and hope your bellies get full.  We'll take pics of the food babies next week :)

Workout Wednesday

We took a little break this week and here is what we did.

Wednesday, September 28, 2016 – we were supposed to run but went to see Danny Bhoy instead.  He’s a comedian and if you ever get a chance to see him then please do.  Very funny.

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Thursday, September 29, 2016 – REST DAY – HAIRCUT DAY at Dime Salon. If you require a hairdresser check out Dime Salon and ask for Orla.  Tell her The Twins sent you.

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Friday, September 30, 2016 – Ran in the trail by Twin 1’s. Very cranky run but got it done with the pups.

W = 10 min

R = 2 miles (3.2k)
W = 5 min

Total =   43:39 min 4.66k = 9:22min/k 

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Saturday, October 1, 2016 – Twin 1 went for a walk in the woods with B and the pups.  We checked out Whopper Trail/Susie lake (behind Bayers Lake) area.  It’s a great walk and so pretty this time of year.

Then Saturday afternoon/early evening we went golfing.  We showed up in the same outfit.  

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Sunday, October 2, 2016 – Bike & JM video 1

E = 10 min

T = 30 min

E = 5 min

Total = 45 min, 7k

We have decided to start the JM videos as well to get some strength training in.

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Monday, October 3, 2016 – Run in the trail by Twin 1’s without the pups.  The run feels a bit easier without them on the end of a leash.

W = 10 min

R = 2 miles (3.2 k)

W = 5 min

Total = 39:40min , 4.58k 8:40min/k

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Tuesday, October 4, 2016 – Bike & JM video 2 (Twin 1 only did the video and will make up the Bike on Thursday)

W = 10 min

T = 2 min, E = 2 min
T = 2 min, E = 2 min
W = 5 min

Total = 23 min, 4.5 k







 

Tip Tuesday

Whether it’s dealing with a new job, family, or living on your own, 
you’re going to have to take that first step. 
There are no shortcuts. Running can help you understand that.

Motivational Monday

Friday Funny

Luddington Invitational

Another year for the Luddington Invitational has come and gone.  This year we rented a cottage (house) and all stayed together in Pugwash as we played at Northumberland Links.  We had tee times for 3pm and it was FREEZING!  We didn't take any pictures of the actual tournament as we were too cold.  Twin 1 took a blanket from the cottage and was glad she did as her and Twin 2 had to cuddle in it at times.  The tournament was for 9 holes but the rest played the next 9 as we paid for 18 but the Twins were so cold we just wanted to get back to the cottage and get in our jammies.

It was actually so cold that when it started raining and the wind died down that it was more enjoyable.

The boys finished up at dark and we had a big spaghetti supper and did the trophy presentation after everyone got warm.

RC and MK went out to a thrift store and they found a "green jacket" for the winner as they do at the Masters. 

CE won the tournament by 1 stoke (even though he had a 17 handicap) and beat last years winner so last years winner had to hand over the trophy and green jacket.

 

The last place trophy is always a competition between the Twins.  Twin 2 won it this year.  We did not get this picture yet as we were too cold to go out to the vehicle and get it during the ceremony.

 

The Friday night before consisted of writing the "rules" down so everyone would know what they were and were agreed upon.  We also picked out teams and we usually take team photos but not this year. 

All in all it was a great weekend where we got to spend some time with family.

 

Here are also a few pictures of the beach and of course the pups.

 

 

 

And look how flat the rocks are here!

 

 

 

Workout Wednesday

4 WEEKS TILL THE BLT 5K.  Time is flying by.  Only a few days until October.

Wednesday, September 21 2016 - Run at Point Pleasant with the pups at 5:00 p.m with Sister Wi. She walked while Twin 1 ran back and forth so she wouldn't get lost.  Twin 2 was still working in DM

W - 10 min

R - 1 mile (1.6k)

W - 5 min
R - 6 min, W - 1 min X3
W - 10 min

Total = 59 min. 6k @ 10:00/km



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Thursday, September 22, 2016 - Originally a REST day but Twin 1 did the bike workout that was skipped on Tuesday.  Twin 2 was tying up the last day in DM and got home late.

E - 10 min

T - 10 min

E - 10 min

H - 5 min

E - 5 min

 Total = 40 min. 9.36k
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Friday, September 23, 2016 - We both took a rest day as it was Travel day to Pugwash for our Family Golf tournament weekend.

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Saturday, September 24, 2016 - Rest day again.  We walked along the Beach in Pugwash outside the cottage and also played 9 holes in the Luddington Invitational


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Sunday, September 25, 2016 - Rest day again.  Traveled back to Halifax from Pugwash and was tired and had everything to do to get ready for the week.

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Monday, September 26 2016 - Ran at Twin 2's in the trail with the Pups.  Nice fall day.

W - 10 min
R -  1.5 miles (2.4 km)
W - 10 min

Total = 40 min, 4k @ 10:00min/km 

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Tuesday, September 27, 2016 - Bike (Stationary)

E - 30 min

Total - 30 min, 6.7k