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I would tell you, speaking from experience, to not raise the white flag if your knees start barking. I've had a left knee reconstruction and when I started this journey 8 years ago I had the same concerns. But I've been able to work through it.they?
i drink an ungodly amount of water, daily. i actually work out a lot. just don't run, because my knees HATE it. but with the gauntlet thrown, by some dude i've never met, @bostonfred i have taken my usual, gym rat self, into this place, called the outside. i'm seeing if i can run again. need to get that heart rate up somehow! and! get in amusing ifights with other people, i've never met.
This is extremely helpful advice for a novice runner like myself. I never actually even considered the technique in how I run.
Well ####, they're evolving. While I did do a bunch of laps around the block last week, I think that was my last time on a bike until the lockdown is over.gruecd said:
I think you mean foot rub from...I’m here, waiting next to the podium for my handshake with the commissioner.
I'm wearing my best suit and have my "Team Juxt" baseball hat ready to put on once the commissioner (@Ned) announces my name.I’m here, waiting next to the podium for my handshake with the commissioner.
a move to the fall, and would even take an entry in 2021 (though if that meant no lottery, that would suck for 6,000+ other people so I think that’s a very low likelihood).
Oh man, I read that he's had nagging gut issues. Are you sure about this? Worst part is that you could put him in your starting lineup and halfway through the event he's got to stop at some garbage can to take a ####. You've already set your lineup then and can't go with one of your backups.
I don't know if it would change your picks because we're civilized and aren't subjecting Team @Otisto a playground humiliation ritual to make our teams but please consider the following events if you are so inclined:
That may fall under Business Ethics. Or Drinking. I’ve reached out to the Rules Committee for clarification.
####, am I missing out on some friday thread awesomeness by not reading the rest of the board?
Technically, my scheduled marathon during the 10K window has not been cancelled yet. That risk is greater than anything else. Of which dum-dum's ain't one of them. I bought one of those 200 packs when my supply from christmas ran low. Dum-dum's may not survive the corona, but I've at least bought myself some time should I need to find an alternative.
The ripple effect of the race cancellations will be interesting.Boy, this gives me a lot more optimism than I had previously. I would
COVID-19 UPDATE #3
To the Western States community:
We continue to monitor the latest developments regarding the outbreak of COVID-19 throughout the country and the world. As an organization, our commitment to everyone involved with Western States remains the same: We will do everything in our power to put on a race this year provided we feel it can be done safely and responsibly. The situation continues to be extremely fluid and dynamic. The past week alone has seen several states enact strict limitations on businesses, gatherings and the delivery of essential services. Some states and numerous cities, towns and municipalities have implemented “shelter in place” restrictions.
We want you all to know that we are working on race solutions for many of the challenges that are inherent to this time of uncertainty. All options are on the table. We continue to plan for our runners to assemble during the weekend of June 27-28, but realize that we need to be proactive as well. In the event that the coronavirus situation does not improve, we are also exploring the possibility of postponing the event to the fall or guaranteeing a spot in the 2021 race for all 2020 race entrants. We are approaching our May training weekend in the same manner. We are hopeful the training runs will be held, but are also looking at options such as consolidating the training weekend or adjusting their place on the calendar in the event we choose to postpone to the fall. We are also aware of the community’s concern regarding qualifiers for Western States. We have a committee tasked with exploring a number of options that we hope will demonstrate fairness and an equitable understanding of how the 2020 ultra calendar has been thrown into disarray because of COVID-19.
The past few days have also brought into sharp relief what a world dealing with coronavirus looks like. People throughout the world are doing all they can to minimize contact with others, to practice social/physical distancing and to avoid large gatherings. We ask that in order to stay ahead of the curve that you continue to be aware of the latest US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines in order to ensure your health and safety and the health and safety of those around you. For our international runners, this means that you understand and are following any public health restrictions or guidelines that are in place in your particular country; for runners in the United States, please abide by shelter-in-place requirements or restrictions on movement if your state or city has implemented them.
Our goal in this unprecedented time remains the same. We will do everything we possibly can to keep our community safe, and to hold our race in 2020. We will continue to update you and be as transparent as possible as we figure out the best path forward for our runners and community. Thank you for your patience and trust in these unsettling times.
Sincerely,
Craig Thornley, Race Director
Western States Board of Trustees
He's a solid pick and I think the right call. He's quiet in his training but lethal with his speed. I think deep down, he wants to exemplify to @Juxtatarot that it was a mistake to pass him over.
I was hoping he'd slip to the second round due to virus concerns. Great pick.
I'm sure we can easily amass a group here to beat you guys in these challenges. Fire up a new thread so we can discuss this on neutral turf and we'll get the planning started.
Gutsy pick. If there are any more lockdowns he may be doing this run in his living room.
Rumours are this guy has a nasty baguette habit. Could be looking at a multi-game suspension.
How do you know this wasn't me already: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/21/man-runs-marathon-on-7-metre-balcony-during-french-lockdown
Well, we could still have match-ups. This is like my HS tennis team. You rank players 1 .. N to match-up to the other team. Then you would score the h2h match-ups for points.
