The Hills Are Alive - 10k & 5k

Back by popular demand.....another OH running/walking event.

I choose this one because there's a 10k (6miles) and a 5k (3miles) option.  I'll sign up for the 10k.  Parts of the race are on dirt trails which are a little easier and softer to run on.  This course will also have some hills which will present a challenge and a greater workout than a flat course like Huntington.

Event details: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=159256 3&assetId=734e79e5-3fcb-490e-a88b-e698daedad48

 

Date:

Saturday, August 09, 2008

Time:

08:30 AM

Venue:

Ernie Howlett Park

Address:

25851 Hawthorne Boulevard
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274

Brief Description:

The 27th Annual Hills Are Alive Race is a cross country event taking place on soft-packed equestrian trails for the event’s 5K & 10K Run and 5K fun walk events. Race T-shirts and gift bags are included with each registration, following with snacks, beverages, and an awards ceremony after the race. Race proceeds benefit the Rolling Hills Estates Pepper Tree Foundation, whose purpose is to develop and maintain parks, trails, open space, recreation programs and facilities.Registration is $30 and the last day to sign up online is August 7th

I need to double check my schedule (meaning, check with Chris) but I should be there! I think I will do the 5K walk. =)

I guess that means I need to get some new shoes before then! LOL


Shells

I wish I wasnt healing I would so do the 10K... Next time tho

I would like to do the 5k ..I dont think I could do the 10k..who wants to do the 5k ?

Lisa

Monica,

Do you run or walk? If you run, how did you start off and get to where you are now? I'm 2 months out now and started back to the gym, and I'd like to work myself up to running. I think it would be a fantastic accomplishment. Any advice would be really appreciated.

April

I run for one minute then walk for one.  Sometimes I get inspired and run for 2 and walk 1.  I still hardly consider myself a runner.  (Somewhere out there Kirsten is laughing at me answering this post I bet) 

When I started working with my trainer he had me do little runs, about 25 feet. At first I told him "no, I don't run."  but he made me do it anyhow and I was amazed that I could run short distances and not fall over dead.  

(Before WLS I had such painful sciatica that I would have to take pain meds before and after a walk)

After that I would go on my walks and challenge myself "I bet I could run until I get to that tree."  and I would do it and sometimes keep on going.  It just built from there.

Next time you're at the gym try cranking up the speed on your treadmill and run for 30 seconds, then slow down and walk.  Repeat this over and over....don't run again until you've caught your breath while walking.

 

How exciting, you can do it!!!

 

 

 

Thanks for the response Monica. Great advice!

I would love to do the 5k.  I'll check out the Event details...

Thanks, Michele