48 Miles in 48 Hours

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you that your f...

2008-10-29T10:12:00.000-04:00

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you that your foot is okay!

Congratulations on your fantastic accomplishment!

Oh, I cannot drink Gatorade out of the bottles. I...

2008-10-29T10:11:00.000-04:00

Oh, I cannot drink Gatorade out of the bottles. It is way to sweet for me. I much prefer the powder mix myself.

Great final thoughts. Indeed, I felt very much the...

2008-10-27T10:02:00.000-04:00

Great final thoughts. Indeed, I felt very much the same way after I completed my 21 Run Salute running campaign. Sometimes running can seem like such a selfish thing to do, I think. But when you find that you can run and inspire/motivate others and help a wonderful cause at the same time, then running becomes truly special, something way beyond just you. Congrats again on completing your 48 in 48!!

Yes, I've heard that Gatorade can certainly vary i...

2008-10-27T09:54:00.000-04:00

Yes, I've heard that Gatorade can certainly vary in strength depending on whether it's from a bottle or how people mix it at a race. Also it's not uncommon for a person doing an ultra event (ironman, ultra marathon, etc) to have to change things up to keep the stomach happy. Flat coke and chicken broth are common things served during the run course (which is last) in Ironman events, for example.

Hope the side of foot thing is nothing serious!

Sorry I didn't end up being on your list. But WOND...

2008-10-27T09:49:00.000-04:00

Sorry I didn't end up being on your list. But WONDERFUL to hear about those who were, esp. Karl who ran 22!

Great observations. I'm not at all into the Twitte...

2008-10-27T09:47:00.000-04:00

Great observations. I'm not at all into the Twitter thing but may consider it for the future if I ever do anything crazy like this where it makes sense to provide updates to let others, esp. family, know I'm OK.

I know that feeling of wanting to be done. Still, ...

2008-10-27T09:42:00.000-04:00

I know that feeling of wanting to be done. Still, some very impressive numbers!

Yes, that Garmin photo should be framed! And I too...

2008-10-27T09:40:00.000-04:00

Yes, that Garmin photo should be framed! And I too have been known to smile even while hurting greatly during and after an event. But somewhere deep down I think it's funny that I'm doing/did this to myself in order to have fun. Congrats on your amazing accomplishment!

Okay, for some reason I can't post a comment on yo...

2008-10-23T13:10:00.000-04:00

Okay, for some reason I can't post a comment on your other blog anymore. I get an "Error on Page"... :(

This is a comment on your 'weighting' post. Sorry I had to post it here.

GREAT post. I, too, have struggled with my weight. Just a couple years ago I was over 200 lbs... on a 24 year old female, that is not cool. I've had a lot of ups and downs, but I think I can finally call myself healthy. I have my indulgences, but I keep myself in check. That said, I packed up about 5 lbs during the last couple months of marathon training and taper. Still trying to kick those, but it's all good.

Congratulations on the new, healthier you and thanks for sharing your insight/experience.

Awesome pics!

2008-10-23T13:08:00.000-04:00

Awesome pics!

WOW WOW WOW! Do frame that Garmin pic. Seriously!!...

2008-10-21T13:26:00.000-04:00

WOW WOW WOW! Do frame that Garmin pic. Seriously!!!

Wow! Just wow! I guess that you really aren't a ...

2008-10-20T20:56:00.000-04:00

Wow! Just wow! I guess that you really aren't a punk! I just wonder what you might be! Crazy or not, I contributed!

Wow! You amaze me. I don't always understand you...

2008-10-20T20:45:00.000-04:00

Wow! You amaze me. I don't always understand you, but you do amaze me.

I doubt that I would ever want to run a marathon with you, though. I wouldn't see you until the end!

Amazing job, dude!

Now I need to go and pay up!

This is amazing!!!I, on the other hand, had travel...

2008-10-18T17:12:00.000-04:00

This is amazing!!!

I, on the other hand, had traveling catch up with me and snoozed the afternoon away.

Go get em bud! Piece of cake!

2008-10-17T08:31:00.000-04:00

Go get em bud! Piece of cake!

I believe Dean is totally nuts (the same for the r...

2008-10-04T22:34:44.905-04:00

I believe Dean is totally nuts (the same for the record holder): 240 miles??? I've done 12 and it seems enough insanity to me!!!!!!

I would love to be closer to run 8 miles each day ...

2008-10-04T22:32:00.000-04:00

I would love to be closer to run 8 miles each day with you....

keep running
lizzie

Great blog, even better plan. Thanks for sharing.

2008-09-22T09:44:00.000-04:00

Great blog, even better plan. Thanks for sharing.

Well, I suppose this is an appropriate post to be ...

2008-09-12T14:57:00.000-04:00

Well, I suppose this is an appropriate post to be commenting on! I've been reading your blog since I saw it featured on The Endurance Sports Bar a few weeks ago. As a runner and cancer survivor, I think what you're doing is amazing.

I'm also a writer, and I write for a website called Charity Mile, a site dedicated to running, walking and biking for a cause. I'd love to ask you a few questions about your experiences and write a piece about you. Is that something you might be interested in? If so, shoot me an email at Jenn.M.Fitzpatrick@gmail.com

You can check out the website at http://charitymile.com/blog/

Thanks, and good luck with your training!

Jenn

What an ambitious plan! GOOD LUCK!

2008-09-12T00:02:00.000-04:00

What an ambitious plan! GOOD LUCK!

Ironman triathletes often add a product like Carbo...

2008-08-28T18:33:00.000-04:00

Ironman triathletes often add a product like CarboPro to get extra carbs in their sports drinks. You can mix them to your desired strength and I've heard some IM athletes put 700-800 cals in a bike bottle (I could only handle 500-600). As they do, you will likely be limited as to how many calories your body can absorb per hour while running, however, so it will be important for you to get as much as you can during lesser intense activities (biking for IM athletes, or resting for you) before running. Don't forget to also analyze your electrolyte needs. Salty foods and/or salt caps may be necessary as well.

I am a huge fan of the PBJ for long bike rides and...

2008-08-27T13:25:00.000-04:00

I am a huge fan of the PBJ for long bike rides and runs. They've got lots of calories, a little protein, are solid enough that it feels like you're eating something, yet squishy enough that they go down without much effort. Personally I'd stay away from greasy junk foods, but sugary junk foods can be great. I find that flat coke is nice when I am sick of gatorade. it has almost double the calories. sprinkle some salt in there (seriously) and you've got high powered gatorade, just without the potassium.

I am a huge fan of the PBJ for long bike rides and...

2008-08-27T13:24:00.000-04:00

I can't imagine eating junk food and running. I h...

2008-08-12T22:21:00.000-04:00

I can't imagine eating junk food and running. I have trouble with the cliff shots, gels, etc..., so I can't fathom pounding Doritos. But hey, if it worked for Dean and you can stomach it, why not.

Hmmm, maybe I could do Snickers, but then you have the melting problem...lol.

I was going to say potatoes. Is there some kind of...

2008-08-07T16:20:00.000-04:00

I was going to say potatoes. Is there some kind of homemade drink you could make that will give you the calories you need? Maybe some mix of different drinks or something like that.