Hello Universe, I got out of bed at 7:30 this morning and got outside about 10 minutes later. It was great not needing a hat and scarf, but still a little chilly. I started my walk from my building and made it down to the park pretty quickly. My normal walk run route has been a bit adjusted due to some high water rushing over part of the trail, but no matter. So I walked my still sleepy butt to the head of the trail side, changed over from Elliott in the Morning on I<3Radio to Armin Van Buren channel on Pandora. And then I started running, I made it to the rocky part of the trail and softly stepped through, then started running agin. This time I made it to the top of the hill and walked up a couple steps, then finished running. After walking the loop that runs along route 50, I turned back into the steep dip and engaged my legs walking down. I ran through a couple more tree to sign spots and walked back up the parking lot hill and back home. I got 4300 steps in 35-40 minutes, so not too shabby.
Current Status Update
January - PCMA 5K Fun Run - Done
Febuary - Pacers Love the Run You're With - Done - 40:18
Also Cupid's Undie Run - Done and Raised $700.00 for a Great Cause!
March 9, 2013 - Four Courts Four Miler
So I've signed up for this with my friend Beth O'Brien, currently training for her 5th marathon and running her 11th 1/2 marathon in the middle of her training for S&Gs - crazy girl. She's totally convinced me that I will be able to run this race and while I'm not sure I'll finish in anything other than last, I'm willing to give it a shot. This will be the longest distance so far and a good building point if I'm actually going to try a 1/2 by the end of the year. Is it wong that I actually figure there's not that much of a difference between 3.1 and 4 miles? And that I'm actually dreading the 2nd half of this race that is basically up a 2 mile hill? But the fact that there is a mug of guinness waiting for me at the end is keeping my reserve. I'd put the link in, but apparently the race sold out...so here's hoping I'm not #1200 of 1200.
April 21, 2013 - The Parkway Classic
5K
There is also a 10 miler, and while I want to increase the
mileage, that might be a bit much for me. http://bit.ly/shannons4
May
4, 2013 - The Hero Rush
This is an obstacle course themed around
firefighter challenges. It's supposedly not as muddy as the mudruns I did in
2011, but still a big challenge and a lot of fun!
Join my team "Team Chiefy"
and use this code: TEAM15 for 15% off. http://bit.ly/shannons5, then click on
Register Now. My heat is sold out at 10:00 a.m., but I'm sure we'd meet up before/after if anyone is still interested.
June - TBD
July -
LouziLu
This is a ladies-only MUD run! So psyched that I came
upon Erin Jackson's note on FB about doing her first Mud Run event...and psyched
that I get to check off a ladies race that sounds like SO MUCH FUN! I've joined
the Dirt Diggers team, and apparently all friends of friends are welcome. 9:45
a.m. wave. And the price is $49 from now through April ish, so you've got some
time to think about it. :) http://bit.ly/shannon7
August -
TBD
September - TBD
I'm hoping to do the biathalon again
for Potomac River Runners, but not sure of the date yet.
October -
TBD
November - TBD
December -
TBD
Baker's Dozen - TBD
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Friday, February 8, 2013
6 of 13 set...update
January 15, 2013 - PCMA 5K Fun Run/Walk
= DONE!This was really fun (and 7 PCMA's in the making,
since I've signed up each year and slept through). The race does not appear to
have been timed, but I'll update if I find one.
February 9, 2013 - Cupid's Undie Run - DC
This one doesn't really count towards the total as it's not really a race, but just really fun! And I've got some amazing friends and colleagues who have helped me raise $700 for this awesome cause - The Children's Tumor Foundation. But I'll share photos as I'm sure it will be hysterical.
February 10, 2013 - Pacers Love the Run You're With 5K
I did this one last year and have a love hate relationship with the hill, but generally not a bad course. http://bit.ly/shannons2
March - TBD
April 21, 2013 - The Parkway Classic 5K
There is also a 10 miler, and while I want to increase the mileage, that might be a bit much for me. http://bit.ly/shannons4
May 4, 2013 - The Hero Rush
This is an obstacle course themed around firefighter challenges. It's supposedly not as muddy as the mudruns I did in 2011, but still a big challenge and a lot of fun!
Join my team "Team Chiefy" and use this code: TEAM15 for 15% off. http://bit.ly/shannons5, then click on Register Now.
June - TBD
July - LouziLu
This is a ladies-only MUD run! So psyched that I came upon Erin Jackson's note on FB about doing her first Mud Run event...and psyched that I get to check off a ladies race that sounds like SO MUCH FUN! I've joined the Dirt Diggers team, and apparently all friends of friends are welcome. 9:45 a.m. wave. And the price is $49 from now through April ish, so you've got some time to think about it. :) http://bit.ly/shannon7
August - TBD
September - TBD
I'm hoping to do the biathalon again for Potomac River Runners, but not sure of the date yet.
October - TBD
November - TBD
December - TBD
Baker's Dozen - TBD
February 9, 2013 - Cupid's Undie Run - DC
This one doesn't really count towards the total as it's not really a race, but just really fun! And I've got some amazing friends and colleagues who have helped me raise $700 for this awesome cause - The Children's Tumor Foundation. But I'll share photos as I'm sure it will be hysterical.
February 10, 2013 - Pacers Love the Run You're With 5K
I did this one last year and have a love hate relationship with the hill, but generally not a bad course. http://bit.ly/shannons2
March - TBD
April 21, 2013 - The Parkway Classic 5K
There is also a 10 miler, and while I want to increase the mileage, that might be a bit much for me. http://bit.ly/shannons4
May 4, 2013 - The Hero Rush
This is an obstacle course themed around firefighter challenges. It's supposedly not as muddy as the mudruns I did in 2011, but still a big challenge and a lot of fun!
Join my team "Team Chiefy" and use this code: TEAM15 for 15% off. http://bit.ly/shannons5, then click on Register Now.
June - TBD
July - LouziLu
This is a ladies-only MUD run! So psyched that I came upon Erin Jackson's note on FB about doing her first Mud Run event...and psyched that I get to check off a ladies race that sounds like SO MUCH FUN! I've joined the Dirt Diggers team, and apparently all friends of friends are welcome. 9:45 a.m. wave. And the price is $49 from now through April ish, so you've got some time to think about it. :) http://bit.ly/shannon7
August - TBD
September - TBD
I'm hoping to do the biathalon again for Potomac River Runners, but not sure of the date yet.
October - TBD
November - TBD
December - TBD
Baker's Dozen - TBD
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Baking for an Undie run...go figure
So although fundraising has taken on many different methods, I have discovered that the H.S. methods are still legit! I planned and held a bake sale at my office to raise funds for my turn in Cupid's Undie Run coming up this Saturday. Over the course of about 1.5 hours I raised over $135. A lot of it was from baked goods purchasing, but then there was a lot of people who just gave donations. Very cool way to involve the people you spend your days with :)
YAY NACAC,
YAY NACAC,
Monday, January 28, 2013
A new addition to the list! Need fundraising Assistance
So I've just secured a fundraising spot in Cupid's Undie Run: http://hopecur.com/Shannonbawesome
I need to raise $500 by February 9, so here goes, please support me in raising funds for the Children's Tumor Foundation, a great organization!
Any help that you can provide would be appreciated!
I will be stripping to my skivvies and running around in the frigid temps this February, all in an effort to raise funds so kids with neurofibromatosis (NF) can find the cures and support they need.
I am running in my undies in the freezing cold because we are in a race to cure NF. I believe we can do it! And for the millions of NF families around the world, I sincerely thank you for your help.
If I am willing to get out there in the middle of winter in my undies and make this bold move for such a worthy cause, I hope that you can spare a few dollars to contribute.
Whether it be $5 or $500, every last donation to the Children's Tumor Foundation is appreciated, tax-deductible and goes a long way.
Just think - one donation could be equal to one night out to dinner, one movie with a friend, or your morning coffee. Save a life instead...
I need to raise $500 by February 9, so here goes, please support me in raising funds for the Children's Tumor Foundation, a great organization!
Any help that you can provide would be appreciated!
Friday, January 18, 2013
My New Year Promise - 13 in 2013
So in 2013, I, Shannon Burke, will compete in 13 races between the dates of January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013.
This all started when I was thinking about what I should claim as my NYR...but have since changed it to a New Year Promise. The original idea was to run a race each month of the new year. But then I started thinking about how much I love the concept of a baker's dozen and so 13 races in 2013. When I got the fitbit in July of this year, I realized that I love the daily goal of 10,000 steps and get psyched when I beat that goal. Then when I signed up for the turkey trot in my neighborhood at Thanksgiving, I realized that walking 1 mile to the start, running a 5K, and walking home gave me almost 10,000 steps before 9:00 a.m. = awesome! So as a new long term challenge for the year, I've decided to participate in 13 races throughout the year. I invite anyone and everyone to join me for a race or all 13. I'll keep this blog up to date as a figure out the schedule and invite other suggestions too.
So far this is my plan:
January 15, 2013 - PCMA 5K Fun Run/Walk = DONE!
This was really fun (and 7 PCMA's in the making, since I've signed up each year and slept through). The race does not appear to have been timed, but I'll update if I find one.
February 10, 2013 - Pacers Love the Run You're With 5K
I did this one last year and have a love hate relationship with the hill, but generally not a bad course. http://bit.ly/shannons2
March - TBD
April 21, 2013 - The Parkway Classic 5K
There is also a 10 miler, and while I want to increase the mileage, that might be a bit much for me. http://bit.ly/shannons4
May 4, 2013 - The Hero Rush
This is an obstacle course themed around firefighter challenges. It's supposedly not as muddy as the mudruns I did in 2011, but still a big challenge and a lot of fun!
Join my team "Team Chiefy" and use this code: TEAM15 for 15% off. http://bit.ly/shannons5, then click on Register Now.
June - TBD
July - TBD
August - TBD
September - TBD
I'm hoping to do the biathalon again for Potomac River Runners, but not sure of the date yet.
October - TBD
November - TBD
December - TBD
Baker's Dozen - TBD
I hope that my telling everyone what my goals are that you'll all keep me honest and help me get this done!
XOXO,
Shannon
This all started when I was thinking about what I should claim as my NYR...but have since changed it to a New Year Promise. The original idea was to run a race each month of the new year. But then I started thinking about how much I love the concept of a baker's dozen and so 13 races in 2013. When I got the fitbit in July of this year, I realized that I love the daily goal of 10,000 steps and get psyched when I beat that goal. Then when I signed up for the turkey trot in my neighborhood at Thanksgiving, I realized that walking 1 mile to the start, running a 5K, and walking home gave me almost 10,000 steps before 9:00 a.m. = awesome! So as a new long term challenge for the year, I've decided to participate in 13 races throughout the year. I invite anyone and everyone to join me for a race or all 13. I'll keep this blog up to date as a figure out the schedule and invite other suggestions too.
So far this is my plan:
January 15, 2013 - PCMA 5K Fun Run/Walk = DONE!
This was really fun (and 7 PCMA's in the making, since I've signed up each year and slept through). The race does not appear to have been timed, but I'll update if I find one.
February 10, 2013 - Pacers Love the Run You're With 5K
I did this one last year and have a love hate relationship with the hill, but generally not a bad course. http://bit.ly/shannons2
March - TBD
April 21, 2013 - The Parkway Classic 5K
There is also a 10 miler, and while I want to increase the mileage, that might be a bit much for me. http://bit.ly/shannons4
May 4, 2013 - The Hero Rush
This is an obstacle course themed around firefighter challenges. It's supposedly not as muddy as the mudruns I did in 2011, but still a big challenge and a lot of fun!
Join my team "Team Chiefy" and use this code: TEAM15 for 15% off. http://bit.ly/shannons5, then click on Register Now.
June - TBD
July - TBD
August - TBD
September - TBD
I'm hoping to do the biathalon again for Potomac River Runners, but not sure of the date yet.
October - TBD
November - TBD
December - TBD
Baker's Dozen - TBD
I hope that my telling everyone what my goals are that you'll all keep me honest and help me get this done!
XOXO,
Shannon
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