“Warriorman” Runs Again!: Thank you all

2010

2010

*9/19: Warrior Dash: 3.23 miles: 45:58

*7/18: GE Petit Foundation 5K: 27:33

*6/27: Stratton Faxon Fairfield Half Marathon: 2:12.57

*3/21: New York City Half Marathon: 2:05.39

2009

*12/13: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children: 5K: 24:30

*11/1: NY City Marathon: 4:39.31

*10/10: Hartford Marathon: 4:43.21

*9/7: New Haven Road Race: 12.4 miles: 1:49.40

*7/30: XTreme Scramble #2 5K: 29:40

*7/19: GE Petit Foundation 5K: 26:37. Ran with my daughter. See pic in "About Me"

*6/28: Stratton Faxon Fairfield Half Marathon: 1:59.18

*5/3: Baja 5000: 5K: 23:41 (7:37/M) 2nd in my division

2008

*12/14: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children; 5K: 22:57

*11/27: Manchester Road Race; 4.75 miles: 36:42

*10/11: Hartford Marathon: 4:22.19 *Marathon PR

*9/21: Niantic Bay Half Marathon: 1:53.22 *Half Marathon PR

*9/1: New Haven Road Race: 12.4 miles: 1:50.48

*8/14: Corporate 5K: 23:29

*7/31: XTreme Scramble #2 5K: 26:59

*7/20: GE Petit Foundation 5K: 23:29

*7/16: Citizen’s Bank Not Your Typical 5K: 23:48

* 6/22: Stratton Faxon Fairfield Half Marathon: 1:54.55

*5/4: Cox Providence Rhode Race Marathon: 4:52.26

* 4/6: Stratton Faxon Greater Danbury Half Marathon: 2:13.06

*3/16: O’Hartford 5K: 23:59

*3/2: WPLR ShamRock & Roll 5K: 23:48

*2/3: Run for Refugees 5K: 23:21

2007

*12/9: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children; 5K: 23:26

*12/1: Trumbull NIA 5K Jingle Bell Run: 24:47

*11/22: Manchester Road Race: 4.75 miles: 39:56

*11/18: Wallingford 5 Mile Turkey Trot: 41:54

*6/23: Connecticut Irish Festival 5K Race: 22:25 * 5K PR

*6/17: Branford Road Race: 5 miles: 39:40

*5/28: Washington Trail 10K (Durham): 6.2 miles: 52:02

*5/6: Run for Autism 10K: 6.2 miles: 47:54

*5/5: Essex 5K to Play: 3.5 miles? Race: 24:55

*4/29: Glastonbury River Run: 5K: 23:24

*3/11: O’Hartford 5K: 22:28

*3/4: WPLR ShamRock & Roll 5K: 23:29

*2/4: Milford Winter Wonderland 5 Mile Race: 40:11

*1/1: Chilly Chili Run: 5K: 24:30

2006

*12/10: Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children; 5K: 23:26

*12/2: Trumbull NIA Jingle Bell Run 5K: 26:09

*11/27: Manchester Road Race; 4.75 miles: 47:11

* 11/18: Cheshire Canal Canter; 5K: 29:28

"Runners need quality foods that provide a 'spark plug' for their energy," says Nancy Clark, RD, MS, and author of The Food Guide for Marathoners. These seven "elite" foods for runners will help you feel your best -- and keep you up and running.

· Small bagel with peanut butter
If you're a morning runner, you know it can be tough to hit the road on an empty stomach. It's been several hours since your last meal the night before, and your energy stores are low. Eating a 100- to 300-calorie snack before your morning run can give you energy and staying power, says Clark. This quick-and-easy snack has carbs and protein, plus it's easy to digest.

· Bananas
If you need a carb-packed energy-booster before an afternoon run, it's hard to go wrong with a banana. A bonus: Bananas contain loads of potassium, which regulates blood pressure and reduces the risk of stroke.

· Berries
Your legs can take a pounding from high-impact activities like running; soreness you feel after a hard run may be caused by micro-tears in the exercised muscles. That's why, in addition to their high fiber content, berries are a good option for runners. The vitamin C and potassium they contain help the body repair itself.

· Broccoli
This nutritional powerhouse has Vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and phytochemicals, all key for peak performance and health, says Clark.

· Low-fat yogurt
Running and other weight-bearing exercise can help you improve your bone density. But calcium is an essential part of the equation, and many runners don't get enough. One cup of yogurt contains a third of your recommended daily intake of calcium. Plus, yogurt has protein -- important for building muscle and recovering from tough workouts.

· Lean beef
In addition to being a quality protein source, beef is high in iron, an especially important element for runners. (Iron deficiency can lead to fatigue.) For vegetarians, beans, peas, green leafy vegetables, and iron-fortified cereals are good sources of iron.

· Wild Salmon

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Thank you all

Thanks to all of you who left comments yesterday. Rick was a runner to the end, even making sure to watch the Hartford Marathon in the morning, before heading out for what we thought was to be a short run to get back in the swing of things. I do not know the name of the young lady who participated in the Hartford marathon yesterday, but he was excited to see you on the news and it was one of the last things we talked about. Meg & Jill, I will never forget how excited he was to meet you in person and both he and I were amazed by your accomplishments and how cool it was that you were actually running THE BOSTON MARATHON! I will post the link for his wake and funeral once I have finalized them.
Have fun running and thank you all for thoughts and prays.

Kathy

12 comments:

Anne said...: I am so sorry to read this...Rick was a wonderful man and his comments were always so genuine. My thoughts are with you all...this is so hard to believe.; October 10, 2010 at 9:17 AM
misszippy said...: Kathy--I am so sorry about your loss.; October 10, 2010 at 11:14 AM
Jill said...: Kathy,
I just head of Rick's passing minutes ago. I am so sad to hear this. I instantly was taken back to meeting you two in Boston and what an amazing man he was. It was an honor to meet him; he never had anything bad to say about anyone and he adored you to pieces. I will never forget his smile and just how happy he was. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers, please keep me posted on his funeral arrangements if you can:
runlikeagirljp@gmail.com

My Sincerest Sympathies,
Jill; October 10, 2010 at 11:34 AM
Julie said...: My heart goes out to you. Rick was a wonderful person. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.; October 10, 2010 at 12:02 PM
Unknown said...: Kathy, you two were a magnificent, fun-loving team and I'm sure you will miss Rick dearly. He was one of a kind, truly.
Many prayers and much love to you and your family,
meg; October 10, 2010 at 1:16 PM
RobinLK said...: Kathy,
I didn't know Rick, but read of his loss on Meg's blog today. He was clearly an amazing man with a generous and loving spirit.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

*hugs* and deepest sympathy from Orlando,

robin; October 10, 2010 at 1:57 PM
Lisa said...: I'm so very sorry for your loss. I've been thinking of him and your family all morning. Bless you all and may you find strength during this time.; October 10, 2010 at 2:52 PM
Jen said...: Wow... I cannot believe it. Praying for you and Meg.; October 10, 2010 at 3:50 PM
runninglawyer said...: Kathy -

I had never come across this blog before today, and it saddens me to hear of the loss of your father. It is clear from his posts that he was a very special man, full of positivity and love for all those around him. It sounds like he set out to live his life to the fullest, and I think he did while enriching the lives of all his followers. I am so sorry for your loss, and I hope you know that he will always be with you.; October 10, 2010 at 3:51 PM
Tara said...: I am so very sorry for your loss. Rick was always so encouraging in his comments. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tara; October 10, 2010 at 4:24 PM
Stacey said...: I am so sad to read this. I am sorry for your loss. Rick will be missed.; October 10, 2010 at 10:53 PM
Laura said...: I just saw this in my Google Reader and am so sad! Rick was such a wonderful, inspiring guy - we ran together in the 2008 Hartford Marathon and he has been so supportive and kind ever since - it was so neat to get those messages from him saying that he had seen me on TV. I couldn't believe he was paying attention! He will be sorely missed - my thoughts and prayers are with you.

-Laura; October 15, 2010 at 4:00 PM