Comments on: 3-Day Thursday: Drink up!

By: sheistoofondofbooks

sheistoofondofbooks — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 02:26:45 +0000

Memory – Here’s some info “Hyponatremia (low sodium) is a rare but serious condition that can cause weakness, cramps, swollen hands and feet, confusion, and even seizures. ” pass the pretzels! Seriously; when we perspire profusely and replace only the fluids (water) and not the salt, it can lead to an imbalance. We’re not talking about downing a container of Morton’s

sarah – and you know how shy I am when it comes to striking up a conversation with strangers (not!)

By: sarah pekkanen

sarah pekkanen — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 02:13:41 +0000

I totally agree that you’re going to meet so many people on this walk. It’s the kind of experience that will probably create strong bonds among women — I hope to do it myself someday. And what a great opportunity to listen to books while you train! I can’t wait to hear all about it.

By: Memory

Memory — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:30:10 +0000

Excellent pointers. I’d never heard that about salt content before; that’s definitely something I’ll try to monitor from now on whenever I exercise.

Good luck with the rest of your fundraising/training!

By: sheistoofondofbooks

sheistoofondofbooks — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:38:07 +0000

Beth – thanks for your positive comment; I clicked over and read your post about the 3-Day; I’m prepared to be awed!

Sandy – a week out of school already!?? Our kids go until 6/26; I’ll need some extra special hydration to get thru these next two weeks

Nicole – Oh, yes, Nana will give me a run for my money … exercising jaw muscles as well as the legs

Beth F – I’ve seen you cheer for the readathon, so I’ll be expecting some upbeat tweets along my route (hopefully I’ll have the new phone and be twitter-enabled by then)

Care – the best is yet to come!

By: Care

Care — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:34:18 +0000

Awesome!

By: Beth F

Beth F — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:01:10 +0000

I really admire your resolve. So sorry your partner fell through, but you can count on me as a mental, long-distance partner. Not much consolation, but I hope it helps.

By: Shasta

Shasta — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:52:39 +0000

I am walking my second 3day (Seattle) in September, and am doing it alone. I had a team of 5 last year and I am the only one doing it again, so am a little daunted but this makes me feel better!

By: Nicole

Nicole — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:06:33 +0000

Okay. Chin up! 6 more weeks of perserverance and dedication. If you are missing the conversation from walking with your teammate and audiobooks don’t quite cut it, feel free to ring (speaker phone or blue tooth =). Also, I’m sure your mom will talk for a mile or two.

By: Sandy

Sandy — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:36:44 +0000

I’m sorry your partner cancelled on you…what a bummer! But you are right…how horrible would it have been if she had backed out a week prior? I think I’ve said it before, if I lived in your neck of the woods, I’d do it with you! I’m not sure if I’m in the best shape for it, but I am tough! Great info on hydration. I am a sweater, so I literally can’t drink enough water to replenish what comes out. On the note of hydration, I’m off to get together at a friend’s house. We are all bringing our kids so they can play together and will be hydrating ourselves with sangria! We are one week into summer break and already need time out!

By: Beth

Beth — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:14:01 +0000

Great post, as ever, Dawn!

And while I’m sorry your walkmate opted out of the event, you’re going to meet so many amazing people on the route. I’m willing to wager that one of the people you find yourself standing next to at Opening Ceremonies will become your routemate, campmate, and friend for life.

This year’s Chicago event will be my sixth 3-Day and this is the first year I’ll be walking with someone I know. (We met at Opening Ceremonies last year and spent the whole weekend together. Today, she’s one of my dearest friends.)

Thanks for sharing info with fellow walkers. This is about the time people really start thinking, “What have I gotten myself into?!”

It might feel a little scary for some, but I promise every first-time walker that their lives are about to change in ways they can’t even imagine.