14 miles!!!

1:23!!!

10k @ universal studios!!

10K training race is TOMORROW!

The 9th Annual Say No To Drugs 10K Holiday Classic is tomorrow - and it's raining.  Pouring.  but many of the AIDS Marathon Training Program folks are going to run it anyway - our scheduled run is for 6 miles, and the 10k is 6.2 miles - so it's a perfect fit!

PLUS we are helping raise money for a great cause...
AND we get to run the backlot of Universal Studios!!
(AND we get a shirt and medal!!)

here's driving directions:

http://www.saynotodrugsrace.org/racelocation.html

Free parking in the Curious George Parking Lot -

WE WILL MEET AT 630AM (I know, early!) at the plaza level in the Curious George Parking Lot - please be sure to be on time - we will have 30 minutes to check in and get in line (in the back somewhere!)

ALSO - Bib/goodie bag pickup is TODAY

10:00 to 3:00 pm, on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Runnergy:

Runnergy

14082 Ventura Blvd

Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

Receive 15% off in-store purchases of $30 or more when you attend our on-site pre-registration at Runnergy.


Bring snacks and your water bottle like always, wear clothes that are waterproof - a light rainjacket with a hood (I bought one at Target for under $35), track pants that are waterproof, and be sure to bring a change of shoes and socks to keep in your car for after the race - I'm going to guess that our feet will be wet by the time we're done running!

We will plan to stay on same pace

Good Luck everyone - and I can't wait to get a group photo of all of us with our finishing medals!!!

Kyle

12 miles under our belt

WOW - 12 miles... 3 hours 5 minutes... and it felt amazing to get to share time with the group and to complete such a feat!

coming up next week instead of the 6 mile maintenance run, I will be participating in the 9th annual Say No to Drugs Race holiday classic - a 10K which will be my first participation in a real race, and a chance to get to run in the backlot of Universal Studios!

http://www.saynotodrugsrace.org/

The Los Angeles Say No To Drugs Race Holiday Classic originated in 1988 in Clearwater, Florida to call attention to the drug problem and to benefit drug awareness and education programs.

The Los Angeles race is now in its ninth year and has expanded yearly. Thousands of runners participate allowing us to contribute towards the education of children – teaching them the truth about drugs and what they do to the body and mind.

The Say No To Drugs Race is for all ages and ability levels. The race is organized and produced by Team Against Drugs – basically a small group of people being active about drug education and awareness in our community.

Last year there were over 2,000 participants. The race participants and spectators were sworn in as Drug-Free Marshals – this is a popular program with youth groups and police enforcement agencies, which helps educate and empower youth in the the fight against widespread drug use.

Proceeds collected go to our three beneficiaries including the Boys & Girls Club of Burbank, Drug-Free Marshals, and Friends of Narconon to benefit drug education and awareness programs.

We do regret to inform you that no pets are allowed on the Backlot. So please, keep Spot and Fluffy at home.

Proof we run - some portraits of determination

Here are a few photos taken by our friend Doug (thanks, Doug!)

Happy running everyone!

Finishing up 6 miles...

The family portrait

Frankie, Kyle & Ralph - new runners, new friends!

Universal city!

Rally of the troops- 7 miles today!

Pictures!!!!

Hey everyone!!!
I wanted to see if anyone has any of the pictures we took on Sunday of our group?? Or where we can access the picture that the Aids marathon volunteer took of us? Im trying to update my personal page with some pictures before I send out anymore e-mails asking for MONEY!!!

the longest i've run by far!!

Hey guys!!! It was a great 6 miles today!! =) This has been the longest distance I've EVER ran in my life, and not gonna lie....those first 2 miles were killer. But with the energy you guys all brings makes it a lot easier =) Thank you guys and wooooooo to 7 next week!!!!!

Fundraiser November 7th!

PLEASE join Hartley Haverty as she strives to fundraise for her marathon campaign!  Proceeds help her reach her goal and benefit APLA!  Let's support her as a team!!!

Here's what she wrote on her blog, http://hartstir.blogspot.com/

I will be having this fundraiser event on Saturday, November 7 at Gary Bric's Ramp, a restaurant in Burbank. The dinner menu will be available from 8pm to 10pm. From 10pm to 2am the bar will stay open and we will have some snacks, some raffles and, hopefully, some dancing! All YOU have to do is show up! Ten percent of the evening's proceeds go to my campaign so this will be the night to shamelessly order 4, 5, 6...oh heck, as many drinks as you want!





Please join me, it's going to be tons of fun all while fundraising for a good cause!





Get it - there's a reason that the word FUN is in FUNdraiser....

I don't know what it is, but I'm sure there's one.

All I know is that I'm looking forward to the event and so should YOU! So be there or...you know the rest.

Running 6 Miles this Sunday

OK gang... just touching base - remember, this sunday it's 6 miles... we need to remember to bring water... and remember most importantly that Saturday night (Sunday morning at 2AM) we FALL BACK which affects the time we meet on Sunday morning.  it's an extra hour of sleep...

thank you for your hard work and dedication!!

also remember your water bottles!!! 

Motivation

This is going to be so awesome!

4 Miles - Training Run - October 17, 2009

What a milestone! (for me, at least!) - Getting up early on Sunday mornings will get easier, I am sure - and so is the running...  5 of the 8 in our group finished 4 miles in just over 50 minutes, with the last 3 of our group cruising in RIGHT ON PACE! in 56 minutes!  Turns out that with our pace (15 minute mile) - the Jeff Galloway method that is used during our training in this program guides our group to a 2 minute run, 2 minute walk routine. 

We posed for a quick photo after the run - it's really exciting that we're doing this - meeting new friends, getting to know each other better each week... We missed 2 of our runners, but gained a new one! - Hartley is going to become a part of our group as well, and we're excited to have her!

Next week - 5 miles! - we can do it and I look forward to seeing my running pals again!  Remember to purchase a water bottle or at the very least bring a bottle of water to carry with you - after next week, we will not be allowed to run without water!

Jennifer Fuller

Hello 14-15 min marathoners!!!! im so excited to get to know all of you durning the course of our training!! we totally have the BEST group of people!! I have never enjoyed running but this is something I really want to accomplish to prove to my friends and family that anythings possible :) My aunt passed away from an uncontrollable disease and I really want to help raise money and work hard to help people that are living with Aids. I cant wait to run with all of you!!!

Welcome - Day One

We met today on a chilly Sunday in the misty air, some of us a bit timid and scared, unsure if we would be able to run even the required three mile pace run. After a few words from the leaders, we were all divided into groups and set off on the start of our journey.

For me, the journey ended at 40 minutes, 15 seconds. This placed me with all of you - in the 14 minute mile group - which is, I believe, the best place to be!

Meeting each of you today was fantastic - it puts my mind at ease knowing that I'll see you on Sunday - that we are all taking on this endeavor together, and that somehow, we will help each other along during this incredible journey!

Welcome - and remember today; after this pace run our lives will never be the same!

As a way to get to know the others in our group, I am posting a question - please take time to introduce yourself and answer:

Today's Question: Why are you running? What guided you to join the National AIDS Marathon Training Program to train for the 2010 Los Angeles Marathon?

I look forward to hearing from each of you!

Best,

Kyle