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Saturday, 26 May 2012
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Saturday May 26th
Hello DestinyMaker's,
Friday's effort....
Outdoor Running 0 miles Indoor Running 0 miles
Outdoor Cycling 23 miles Indoor Cycling 0 miles
January Total...
Outdoor Running 97 miles Indoor Running 225 miles
Outdoor Cycling 750 miles Indoor Cycling 358 miles
February Total...
Outdoor Running 161 Indoor Running 167
Outdoor Cycling 763 Indoor Cycling 111
March Total...
Outdoor Running 201 Indoor Running 154
Outdoor Cycling 665 Indoor Cycling 96
April Total...
Outdoor Running 182 Indoor Running 210
Outdoor Cycling 616 Indoor Cycling 148
May Total
Outdoor Running 178 Indoor Running 90
Outdoor Cycling 452 Indoor Cycling 125
Avg per Day
Outdoor Running 5.66 Indoor Running 5.65
Outdoor Cycling 22.61 Indoor Cycling 5.64
Avg per Month
Outdoor Running 165.25 Indoor Running 186.50
Outdoor Cycling 708.00 Indoor Cycling 178.25
Year to date...
Outdoor Running 839 miles Indoor Running 837 miles
Outdoor Cycling 3246 miles Indoor Cycling 838 miles
2012 Totals Combined....
Running 1676 miles
Cycling 4084 miles
Avg per Day
Running 11.58
Cycling 28.21
"I remember. Standing, Watching. I can't forget, simply to many reminders, I won't let go, I do not have the strength, nor give up. I remember being crushed to my knees begging, Begging for it to stop. I asked for one final wish. With none remaining I still am able to dream. I've been in the arms of others not so fortunate. Just one more breath, spoken word or moment. One Seizure to Many, One Mile not Enough." Glenn Fenster
It's just past 5am. My eternal clock wants me to get dressed and out on the asphalt. I am not going anywhere. In fact the only place I might go is from the kitchen back to my room. I think I can cover that distance.
Yesterday my movement side to side for tennis is ok. Walking a straight line forward I am not. The day before I walked on the treadmill at a low level 1.3 for 10 min and I was fatigued. I went to 1.4 for 15 mins and I am not any better for it. I must though continue this slow pace back to regaining strength then mental toughness to start the process toward another goal of doing for me what others think is impossible for them. I am lifting weights as normal. Well upper body I am. I am currently on plate 1 (10 lbs) when working my legs. They are sore. I though have to start someplace.
What could be next. Ironman in Hawaii. A 135 mile run? Another North America Bike ride or possible run? I will soak in possibility and chew probability as fate will play a role that my destiny will offer.
Mile Marker 100
The National Anthem had just finished. Now everyone is about to start. I went purposely to the back of the pack. I stayed last. Little did I know that would have been an omen. Last is not something I except to well.
In fact doing anything. I knew though that this being my first race ever. That this being against many others who have done this over and over as this is what they do I could only concern myself with my ability and effort.
Runners in front of me starting going. Each one down the the last person, me. The race was off to a great start as the sun began to rise and my legs began to move.
The 100 mile race starts on the sidewalk in front of Divers Direct store which shares a small retail center with an Office Depot. This is located just one block south from the Marina Del Mar the Hotel I stayed in. There were support vehicles every where. I was really surprised just how serious the challenge was going to be right there and then when i say over 90 percent of the runner with crews. I was what they call uncrewed.
Winds were lite with a little misty rain going on. I stayed in the back for this first mile gaining my confidence, letting all of this excitement pass and once the nerves come down it was well like any other Saturday to me. This was making me confident because if not here and back home I would be doing the same. Ok maybe not 100 miles bit you all know it would be more then a marathon. It's why i used each Saturday leading up to this Saturday being the one I am writing about that it would not seem odd to my body clock. In fact it all seemed normal once the run began.
I can hear the cheers of those flowing other runners. I heard the cries of my son and that of the families rooting for me. I heard the voice of my Mom who always was there with an encouraging word or 2 and this moment was no different. I could literally hear her voice, feel her love. As all the runners crossed the starting line and as I did as well I had to make sure not to step on anyones sneakers.
As the sun barely lit up the morning sky you could noticed rain clouds and lightning out in the bay. I was glad at that moment knowing I had my running rain jacket with me should it be needed. It surely was a good feeling knowing i had prepared best i could with such little knowledge of doing so. I fell back on my cycling events and the logistics that it took to do that I used for this event as well.
The pace of those right in front of was slower then my training pace. I passed my first runner and then a group. In fact there were so many in front of me directly that i could have gone by many others but I remained patience do do so. I could see up ahead there was a CVS store and I remembered this is where we cross Over Seas highway for the first time going from Ocean side over to the Bay side. I must have passed over 20 people during this first mile. I even saw a few in front of me before the first mile was even finish they went form a jogging motion to walking motion. I had thought to myself walking already but I later found out this was a tactic being used.
I felt now like I was into the run. Into the challenge. As I began crossing the highway I had 99 mile to go.
Mile Marker 99
The sky still mostly dark is beginning to lighten up off my left shoulder. There were also gray clouds.Now running on the Bay Side as all runners had to cross over OverSeas Highway by the CVS store. Running in a little mist and on the bike path now. I am being careful not to trip on anyone's feet or take a tumble out of carelessness. Passing Rock Harbor on my left which is across the street. I felt good. Excited to be a part of this event. I was watching others around me. Checking out certain gaits and body language. I was still very much in the back of the pack. Not wanting to go to fast but realizing the people around me are going slow. I knew this pace was less then what I trained for. Seemed like all around me were running in pairs or smallish groups. The chatter was lite around me as I just stayed focused on moving forward. I was looking at what other runners were wearing. Checking quality of sneakers in which looking back I could have used a better pair then the ones I used. In fact if it wasn't that I trained in the same that I used for the event I would have went to a different pair. If you interested I wear a size 9 dbl E.
I needed to be stocked with enough life sustaining fuel and food on person. I used a fuel belt that enabled me to have liquid when needed and food to eat. Other runners had lees and some were carrying nothing as they were crewed. Being crewed is something I took lightly but won't ever again. I was wearing my Runners Depot shirt and had a hat on with a floppy cover attached to it protecting the back of my neck and ears from getting burned. I was telling myself and in a convincing manner that this was any other Saturday. That it was just me running. That others around me were just here for the same purpose. I felt no added pressure to finish as all the pressure subsided once the run began.
Mile Maker 98
Heading into mile 3 I am getting comfortable. I have told myself it's another Saturday. It's another run. Just happens to be many are taking it with me. I am still bunched up. The pace is slow for me. Slower then my training. I want to pass this pack in front of me but need patience. Out from brush on either side came water being seen and that really propelled me pace to go a little faster and I was able to get by those that were directly in front of me.
I passed a EMS and police station and a small parking lot with a Tom Thumb convenient store. The runners have to switchback in a mile going from the bike path to the Ocean side. When crossing you are basically at your own risk so one must take care but it is really just like doing so back where ever you might live. The next 20 some miles would be run on the ocean side. Much of it visible. Heavy dark clouds building off the east coast drifting west toward me.
My breathing is perfect but that is no surprise. I am breathing in and out using my nose only. I will do so for the entire run. Interesting that I just passed 2 runners who stopped running and walked. Well they only walked for a bit and began running again. I wondered why? Would any others being doing the same?
Cars are honking. The crews were driving by. I was catching names and numbers posted. I tried to make eye contact with many of them just in case they would be needed later. Crewing I realized is not so easy as you must stay near the runner you are there for which of course takes time.
I am settling into a groove. Nothing bothers me at all. I feel no pain and I can run faster. It is a battle to keep this pace but it is a battle that soon I did not fare to well with. One's training pace is crucial to bring into the race you are running in. If you set a faster pace well then it might bite you later. OH it just might bite you later!!
Friday, 25 May 2012
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Friday May 25th
Hello DestinyMaker's,
Thursday's effort....
Outdoor Running 0 miles Indoor Running 0 miles
Outdoor Cycling 18 miles Indoor Cycling 0 miles
January Total...
Outdoor Running 97 miles Indoor Running 225 miles
Outdoor Cycling 750 miles Indoor Cycling 358 miles
February Total...
Outdoor Running 161 Indoor Running 167
Outdoor Cycling 763 Indoor Cycling 111
March Total...
Outdoor Running 201 Indoor Running 154
Outdoor Cycling 665 Indoor Cycling 96
April Total...
Outdoor Running 182 Indoor Running 210
Outdoor Cycling 616 Indoor Cycling 148
May Total
Outdoor Running 178 Indoor Running 90
Outdoor Cycling 429 Indoor Cycling 125
Avg per Day
Outdoor Running 5.72 Indoor Running 5.72
Outdoor Cycling 22.59 Indoor Cycling 5.70
Avg per Month
Outdoor Running 165.25 Indoor Running 186.50
Outdoor Cycling 708.00 Indoor Cycling 178.25
Year to date...
Outdoor Running 839 miles Indoor Running 837 miles
Outdoor Cycling 3272 miles Indoor Cycling 838 miles
2012 Totals Combined....
Running 1676 miles
Cycling 4172 miles
Avg per Day
Running 11.58
Cycling 28.44
"I remember. Standing, Watching. I can't forget, simply to many reminders, I won't let go, I do not have the strength, nor give up. I remember being crushed to my knees begging, Begging for it to stop. I asked for one final wish. With none remaining I still am able to dream. I've been in the arms of others not so fortunate. Just one more breath, spoken word or moment. One Seizure to Many, One Mile not Enough." Glenn Fenster
What a great game last night between the Miami Heat and the Pacers from Indiana. D-Wade, LeBron James were amazing. The rest of the team chipped in with effort and will to defeat the Pacers 4 games to 2. Now they await the winner of the 76ers/Celtics. I look forward to watching that game as well.
I am still recovering. It is going to take time and longer then I thought. You see my body is run down, and no pun intended. Yesterday I needed to start walking more. Walking in a straight forward manner or motion. I needed to move in the same way forward as I did over the almost 32 hours before I crossed the finish line. Wow was I in for a huge surprise when I walk on the treadmill at the lowest level speed well almost the lowest. I was walking at the level 1.3. Slower then a normal pace but I must be honest. After 10 min I was drained. The pain was difficult to realize and fatigue set in quicker then I could ever imagine. After just 10 min at that ridiculous slow speed I was done. WOW! It's going to take time.
My weight is at 160. I have gained 1 pound back. I started the run at 167 and finished at 159. I have lifted weights each day. Upper body wise I feel good. Strong in fact. Moving on the tennis court for some reason does not affect my legs as walking or moving forward. Though my toes are really in bad shape. They just hurt. I also lifted with my legs for the first time since the run. I only used one weight plate equaling 10 pounds when I am normally using 80 on certain the leg machine I do use. The 10 pound plate felt like 100. I have a long way to go. Then again don't I always?
For me personally this accomplishment of running 100 miles finally eases a life long disappointment. After every run or game or workout I never fully thought I had given it my all. That there was always more to offer but I never was in the position. Even the bike rides I felt I could do more. Today I feel different. Today I know I gave it my all. Even when there was nothing left to offer I went to the one place where I could find that little extra. I thought of my son and crossed the finish line.
Angie Woosley McMeans Glenn, I was thinking of you having this feeling inside as you were icing your feet the other day! Bless you my friend for I know you have a huge feeling of accomplishment now! No matter how bad your feet hurt or how swelled your knees are, I know you are very satisfied with yourself! That, my friend, is PRICELESS! : ) And so very well deserved! ♥
Michelle Mayhew Glenn u sell urself short. U R 1 AMAZING MAN WHO NEVER CEASES 2 AMAZE ME WITH UR STRENGTH & CONVICTION!!!!! Xxxxx
Paula Losekamp Lyles and it was amazing! this is the feat of a lifetime! thank you! hope those feet are feeling better today!
Wayne Jacobson Awesome work my brother from another mother!! Your achievements are incredible! Your heart is pure and unselfish and you should be proud of that! YOU ARE AN AMAZING PERSON! Most people would not do one shred of what you have accomplished!!! To all persons afflicted with epilepsy,...This man would run around the world for you to find a cure!!!!
Patricia Ellis u are one speical hero in our hearts... i have never know a man that do so much as for u to ride bike all over country few times and now u run at finish line..that me more proud to have a friend like u.. u deserve a big ole texan hugs from me to u..smile..
Terrific Tonya Heathco So inspiring, as I read your words,my eyes became misty. Always know you are respected and loved.
- It's going to take me a week to catch up on your time line, LOL!! (I've been off line for a few days, sorry I missed the event) Congratulations of the largest magnitude to you, Glenn, I had no doubt you would cross the finish line with time to spare...you are such an inspiration, and such a blessing to literally thousands of people. Hope you are swift to heal and feeling great -- those 100 miles will have a long-lasting and far-reaching ripple effect...many others will follow in your footsteps in many different ways...think of how much more knowledge will be shared...how many lives will be spared...by 100 miles. God Bless :)
It is now before 6am on Friday. My mind is telling my body to get up and go. This is from behavior. Tomorrow will be the first Saturday that I will not be running. I will not be running 25 or more miles. In fact I will not be going 100 either. I am simply not going to run.
In kitchen coffee, articles of interest and reading messages from around the world.
Mile Marker 98.8 Mile #2
The sky still mostly dark is beginning to lighten up off my left shoulder. There were also gray clouds.Now running on the Bay Side as all runners had to cross over OverSeas Highway by the CVS store. Running in a little mist and on the bike path now. I am being careful not to trip on anyone's feet or take a tumble out of carelessness. Passing Rock Harbor on my left which is across the street. I felt good. Excited to be a part of this event. I was watching others around me. Checking out certain gaits and body language. I was still very much in the back of the pack. Not wanting to go to fast but realizing the people around me are going slow. I knew this pace was less then what I trained for. Seemed like all around me were running in pairs or smallish groups. The chatter was lite around me as I just stayed focused on moving forward. I was looking at what other runners were wearing. Checking quality of sneakers in which looking back I could have used a better pair then the ones I used. In fact if it wasn't that I trained in the same that I used for the event I would have went to a different pair. If you interested I wear a size 9 dbl E.
I needed to be stocked with enough life sustaining fuel and food on person. I used a fuel belt that enabled me to have liquid when needed and food to eat. Other runners had lees and some were carrying nothing as they were crewed. Being crewed is something I took lightly but won't ever again. I was wearing my Runners Depot shirt and had a hat on with a floppy cover attached to it protecting the back of my neck and ears from getting burned. I was telling myself and in a convincing manner that this was any other Saturday. That it was just me running. That others around me were just here for the same purpose. I felt no added pressure to finish as all the pressure subsided once the run began.
I was at Runner's Depot yesterday. I paid off what was owed from items I stored there for the run. They gave me a wonderful discount which was so appreciated. I also ordered new sneakers. I never want to wear the ones used for the event ever again. In fact I could have gotten the same pair but felt like I needed something different visual wise. I did not want to0 see the blue anymore. I love the look and feel of this new pair. I put them on lay away as I do much of the clothing items I eventually get. I will pay them off in a week. Might get a lot of rain the next few days so need to take care spending wise in case lessons get canceled. I will take a picture of the new pair a post them in a upcoming blog.
Time to shower, shave. I do need a haircut and will attempt to get one when finances dictate that I am able.
Thursday, 24 May 2012
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Thursday May 24th
Hello DestinyMaker's,
Wednesday's effort....
Outdoor Running 0 miles Indoor Running 0 miles
Outdoor Cycling 15 miles Indoor Cycling 0 miles
January Total...
Outdoor Running 97 miles Indoor Running 225 miles
Outdoor Cycling 750 miles Indoor Cycling 358 miles
February Total...
Outdoor Running 161 Indoor Running 167
Outdoor Cycling 763 Indoor Cycling 111
March Total...
Outdoor Running 201 Indoor Running 154
Outdoor Cycling 665 Indoor Cycling 96
April Total...
Outdoor Running 182 Indoor Running 210
Outdoor Cycling 616 Indoor Cycling 148
May Total
Outdoor Running 178 Indoor Running 90
Outdoor Cycling 411 Indoor Cycling 125
Avg per Day
Outdoor Running 5.81 Indoor Running 5.82
Outdoor Cycling 22.59 Indoor Cycling 5.82
Avg per Month
Outdoor Running 165.25 Indoor Running 186.50
Outdoor Cycling 708.00 Indoor Cycling 178.25
Year to date...
Outdoor Running 839 miles Indoor Running 837 miles
Outdoor Cycling 3254 miles Indoor Cycling 838 miles
2012 Totals Combined....
Running 1676 miles
Cycling 4104 miles
Avg per Day
Running 11.72
Cycling 28.59
"I remember. Standing, Watching. I can't forget, simply to many reminders, I won't let go, I do not have the strength, nor give up. I remember being crushed to my knees begging, Begging for it to stop. I asked for one final wish. With none remaining I still am able to dream. I've been in the arms of others not so fortunate. Just one more breath, spoken word or moment. One Seizure to Many, One Mile not Enough." Glenn Fenster
Still quite fatigued. I am battling feet that are still very sore. It's going to take time. I thought am feeling better each hour that passes.
Had a good day as many have been congratulating me on finishing the 100 miles. I am even having people come up to me who I have never met, I can be sitting somewhere or walking in and I hear "he's the guy or he did it".
I went back on the tennis court and it was not easy to do. The bottom of my feet hurt. They hurt so much that I really should be off them. I have always had a athletic theory that your body will put you down if you aren't able. I can stand, move. Was great to get back on the court doing what I love the most.
I ate well. My weight went down from the starting line of event at 167 to 155 post event. I finally got back to 160. I need 10 pounds on me before I start training for something I don't even know what I will be doing. I only know it will be spectacular. I have between now and November 1st to gain the weight and decide what event I will do. Another 100 miler might make sense but to do what's been done I am not sure. I would consider more miles such as a 135 run. Or maybe a cross country attempt another epic bike ride. I am willing, able and dedicated beyond what you might think is impossible I make it so.
How bout them 76ers taking Boston to game 7 by winning last night. I was really into the game. I stayed up for all of it. Should they win tomorrow's game in Boston they will go against possibly the Miami Heat who have to win tonight in Indiana or Saturday back in Miami. Having my 2 favorite teams play another might not be the best sport fan scenario but I will gladly take it.
7th annual DestinyMaker event
Mile 1.....mile marker 99.8
The National Anthem had just finished. Now everyone is about to start. I went purposely to the back of the pack. I stayed last. Little did I know that would have been an omen. Last is not something I except to well.
In fact doing anything. I knew though that this being my first race ever. That this being against many others who have done this over and over as this is what they do I could only concern myself with my ability and effort.
Runners in front of me starting going. Each one down the the last person, me. The race was off to a great start as the sun began to rise and my legs began to move.
The 100 mile race starts on the sidewalk in front of Divers Direct store which shares a small retail center with an Office Depot. This is located just one block south from the Marina Del Mar the Hotel I stayed in. There were support vehicles every where. I was really surprised just how serious the challenge was going to be right there and then when i say over 90 percent of the runner with crews. I was what they call uncrewed.
Winds were lite with a little misty rain going on. I stayed in the back for this first mile gaining my confidence, letting all of this excitement pass and once the nerves comed down it was well like any other Saturday to me. This was making me confidnet because if not here and back home I would be doing the same. Ok maybe not 100 miles bit you all know it would be more then a marathon. It's why i used each Saturday leading up to this Saturday being the one I am writing about that it would not seem odd to my body clock. In fact it all seemed normal once the run began.
I can hear the cheers of those flowing other runners. I heard the cries of my son and that of the families rooting for me. I heard the voice of my Mom who always was there with an encouraging word or 2 and this moment was no different. I could literally hear her voice, feel her love. As all the runners crossed the starting line and as I did as well I had to make sure not to step on anyones sneakers.
As the sun barely lit up the morning sky you could noticed rain clouds and lightning out in the bay. I was glad at that moment knowing I had my running rain jacket with me should it be needed. It surely was a good feeling knowing i had prepared best i could with such little knowledge of doing so. I fell back on my cycling events and the logistics that it ook to do that I used for this event as well.
The pace of those right in front of was slower then my training pace. I passed my first runner and then a group. In fact there were so many in front of me directly that i could have gone by many others but I remained patience do do so. I could see up ahead there was a CVS store and I remembered this is where we cross Over Seas highway for the first time going from Ocean side over to the Bay side. I must have passed over 20 people during this first mile. I even saw a few in front of me before hte first mile was even finish they went form a jogging motion to walking motion. I had thought to myself walking already but I later found out this was a tactic being used.
I felt now like I was into the run. Into the challenge. As I began crossing the highway I had 99 mile to go.
Wednesday, 23 May 2012
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Wednesday May 23rd
Hello DestinyMaker's,
Tuesday's effort....
Outdoor Running 0 miles Indoor Running 0 miles
Outdoor Cycling 12 miles Indoor Cycling 0 miles
January Total...
Outdoor Running 97 miles Indoor Running 225 miles
Outdoor Cycling 750 miles Indoor Cycling 358 miles
February Total...
Outdoor Running 161 Indoor Running 167
Outdoor Cycling 763 Indoor Cycling 111
March Total...
Outdoor Running 201 Indoor Running 154
Outdoor Cycling 665 Indoor Cycling 96
April Total...
Outdoor Running 182 Indoor Running 210
Outdoor Cycling 616 Indoor Cycling 148
May Total
Outdoor Running 178 Indoor Running 90
Outdoor Cycling 396 Indoor Cycling 125
Avg per Day
Outdoor Running 5.86 Indoor Running 5.87
Outdoor Cycling 22.65 Indoor Cycling 5.87
Avg per Month
Outdoor Running 165.25 Indoor Running 186.50
Outdoor Cycling 708.00 Indoor Cycling 178.25
Year to date...
Outdoor Running 839 miles Indoor Running 837 miles
Outdoor Cycling 3239 miles Indoor Cycling 838 miles
2012 Totals Combined....
Running 1676 miles
Cycling 4089 miles
Avg per Day
Running 11.72
Cycling 28.59
"I remember. Standing, Watching. I can't forget, simply to many reminders, I won't let go, I do not have the strength, nor give up. I remember being crushed to my knees begging, Begging for it to stop. I asked for one final wish. With none remaining I still am able to dream. I've been in the arms of others not so fortunate. Just one more breath, spoken word or moment. One Seizure to Many, One Mile not Enough." Glenn Fenster
For the next few weeks I will be going over what happened before, during and after the run.Starting today I with the waking up on the morning of the run. After I post my thoughts on that day I will then blog what is current. Sorry for the last couple days as I am recovering slowly.
100 mile run.....
Before the run began
I started to toss and turn near 4am. I had tried desperately to get as much sleep as possible. The sleep gods were buying and my body wasn't having it. I nervously stepped out of bed to see how my knees were feeling. Right before I went to sleep the night before they were hurting from being in the car driving down. They had not been in a cramped position like that in a long time. As the first step then another landed on the floor I felt no pain nor tightness as I did.
I made in room coffee and took a hot shower. After dressing and getting the drop bags togehter I had about one hour to go. Fuel belt which keeps liquid and other needed items in little purse size bags attached. In them are energy packets of different types. money if emergency, phone and camera. The drop bags which are put at mile markers 20, 40, 50, 60, 80 and replenishing foods and other needed items such as dry socks, zinc, ipod (never used).
I had it all together. I was confident. I was excited to get going. I needed to get my things for the run over to the starting line. I had never been in a race before. As I got down with my drop bags there were hundreds of people getting ready as well. I was actually a bit startled seeing all the people and their excitement as well. Most runners had crews helping them. I had no one. I was what they call a uncrewed runner. Unheard of no, 100 mile run maybe, First race of any kind absolutely!
I went back to room begging to think about the months of training I went through. I couldn't help but think about my son and all the children. I thought about the families and all I am a advocate for. I thought about my Mom and how proud i would think all this would make her feel.
I closed out the room, walked back down and got to starting line. The national anthem was played. I had never been in a event before that the national anthem was played. It really sent chills up my spine as I thought about my country, the men and women in uniform and surprisingly I thought about those who come into your life to place doubt on your ability. I was thinking about all of this when just a moment, when just a second before start time there was only one thought and that was again my son Nyle. I thought about all he as been through, we have been through, and what I've put him through. You will never know the weight of how his condition and the condition of other children and what it did to me and does to other parents. now just seconds from beginning someone came over to me and asked where my crew was and I said they are spread out around the world here with me in spirit.
The race then began....
Let's get back to what is current. That would be pain and lots of it. I woke up in Key West the day after. I had never felt so much pain in my life. I couldn't not stand without wanting to cry. I could not move without wanting to wipe away the tears. Somehow I showered, dressed and went to eat as I was starving, I made it ever so gingerly to the rester-aunt hotel. Not knowing how I was getting home I made a call to Bob the race director who mentioned the day before he might be able to help. I reached him and he said if you can be ready in 2 mins a ride is waiting. Scott who tried to finish the 50 miler also volunteered as Race Marshall. Scott drove me back to my doorstep. That was huge because if not for the ride I would have taken a bus which would have gotten me home after midnight.
Yesterday being Tuesday after I got up and realized my worst nightmare no in kitchen coffee. I showered and rode my bike there. My legs are so sore. so tender that each step hurts to move. The bottom of my feet are black and blue, swollen. Each step takes certain care in how my weight is distributed. Besides my feet and legs everything else hurt as well. I came back and made coffee before going over the the for a lite workout lifting weights. The weight was half my normal amount as I just wanted to keep my strength and upper body from atrophying. Nothing heavy at all. There at the gym many were coming over congratulating and asking questions.
My cell phone by the way is not working well. A replacement part should be there by week's end. Sorry if you have tried reaching me.
After getting lunch later I went back home to bed. I did teach some fitness before doing so and had hoped to somehow teach tennis later but the rain came and never stopped.Possibly for the best as I am really struggling just trying to walk.
At night I watched the Miami Heat crush and I do mean crush the Pacers. They took a 3-2 series lead. One more game and they make conference finals. The 76ers will try to stave off the end of their season as they are down 3-2 and will need to win at home tonight or they are done.
Now it's morning. Just before 4:30am. I still feel tremendous pain in my feet. They almost feel as if I fractured them finishing the run. They are still very swollen. Even after putting them in ice buckets. I am having in kitchen coffee, read articles of interest and still reading many of the messages that were sent my way during run. many of them will be posted as well here in the next few weeks so you can see all the support I was receiving. . I've often said it takes a village to get me across a Continent well one was needed in spirit to get me across the finish line.
more to follow later.....
Tuesday, 22 May 2012
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Sunday/Monday/Tuesday May 19th & 20th & 21st
Hello DestinyMaker's,
Saturday & Sunday & Monday effort....
Outdoor Running 100 miles Indoor Running 0 miles
Outdoor Cycling 12 miles Indoor Cycling 0 miles
January Total...
Outdoor Running 97 miles Indoor Running 225 miles
Outdoor Cycling 750 miles Indoor Cycling 358 miles
February Total...
Outdoor Running 161 Indoor Running 167
Outdoor Cycling 763 Indoor Cycling 111
March Total...
Outdoor Running 201 Indoor Running 154
Outdoor Cycling 665 Indoor Cycling 96
April Total...
Outdoor Running 182 Indoor Running 210
Outdoor Cycling 616 Indoor Cycling 148
May Total
Outdoor Running 178 Indoor Running 90
Outdoor Cycling 384 Indoor Cycling 125
Avg per Day
Outdoor Running 5.32 Indoor Running 5.88
Outdoor Cycling 23.68 Indoor Cycling 5.87
Avg per Month
Outdoor Running 165.25 Indoor Running 186.50
Outdoor Cycling 708.00 Indoor Cycling 178.25
Year to date...
Outdoor Running 839 miles Indoor Running 837 miles
Outdoor Cycling 3227 miles Indoor Cycling 838 miles
2012 Totals Combined....
Running 1676 miles
Cycling 4077 miles
Avg per Day
Running 11.45
Cycling 28.78
"I remember. Standing, Watching. I can't forget, simply to many reminders, I won't let go, I do not have the strength, nor give up. I remember being crushed to my knees begging, Begging for it to stop. I asked for one final wish. With none remaining I still am able to dream. I've been in the arms of others not so fortunate. Just one more breath, spoken word or moment. One Seizure to Many, One Mile not Enough." Glenn Fenster
I can't begin to explain my joy. I won't mince words. The challenge of a 100 mile run is nothing short of incredible. I never set out to win, for me winning was finishing. I accomplished my goal which makes me a champion. For I have always had an uncanny ability to set forth a challenge and go do it!
After arriving in Key Largo my knees were hurting from sitting cramp in a car. Even right before I went to bed I was a little worried. I couldn't think of any reason then I remembered because I am not in a car often and never with my legs being in one position.
I woke up not even thinking about the knees they were fine. I had all my logistical things packed and ready to give to event staff. I was smart in how I did it. Knowing I have never done a race before I had to figure things out. There were 5 places along route they were placed. At miles 20, 40, 50, 60, 80.
After the national anthem was played the race began.
Over the next month or so I will go over mile by mile of how I felt, my thoughts, getting to and crossing the finishing the line. Hearing the words from my son "I am proud of you."
I will post more later today as I will catch up. I am just so exhausted.
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- Name: Glenn A. Fenster
- Location: United States
- Birthday: 9/24/1960
- Gender: Male
- Member Since: 5/3/2007
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Glen - it was so amazing talking to you today while you were riding into Bowling Green. Kentucky today, Tennessee tomorrow, Alabama... I don't know how you do it but it is an honor to know you and experience your journey. We are all looking very forward to your arrival back in Mexico Beach next w -
Thank you to you and your family for going on and through this amazing journey. You are bringing awareness to a lot of people!
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Hi Glenn I am the guy you stopped to ask where route 30 was and if that headed to lancaster PA.aas i was pulling out of my driveway.way to go man Keep it up.Dont stop for anything. you had told me you are headed to canada.good luck ill stop back now and again to see your progress.
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Hi Glenn, It was very nice meeting you on Monday May 4th in Griffin, Georgia. You had to put the voices with the Faces, but we already knew the voice and Face! Glad we were able to buy you lunch and dinner, and follow you up thru Atlanta into Duluth as well. We pray you have a safe trip and journey,
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Hi Glenn, We are routing and praying for you as travel for this Fabulous Journey, this Sensational Cause. Give us a heads up before you reach the Georgia Border. You have made some fantastic friends and connections along the way. You are almost there ! Nyle is so proud of you ! And so are We ! We a
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I thank you for what you are doing, we can all make a difference for individuals with epilepsy (like your son Nyle and my daughter Mykala, and all the other sons and daughters) one person at a time. What you are doing is taking the one person
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WE are all supporting you Glen. You are my thoughts and prayers as you continue on your journey of hope and education. Hope to catch up with you in Toronto area. Do you still like muffins? Leanne Moore, Fort St John B.C.
Carolann Mastrodicasa LaFountain You are awesome! Thanks for running for my Grace and all people that suffer from Epilepsy!