Walks - Saturday Dec. 1 - Wednesday Dec. 5

Looking Fine & Keeping Fit

Yikes - December is here. Are you ready?

Join us on Saturday at Loblaws (south door) at 8:00 am for a brisk walk (short or shorter), chat, coffee and friends - doesn't get any better than that. 

Ann, Karin, Dianne - I hope you'll join us.

Other walking options:

Sunday walkers meet at the Running Room, Queen St;, at 8:30 am

Day time walkers meet at Loblaws, on Wednesday at 9:00 am

Evening walkers meet at 6:30 pm on Monday (Loblaws-Gerrard) and Wednesday (Occasions).

Sign in, join in - looking forward to seeing you.

As mentioned last week, if you have been missing in action (no questions asked, it happens), this is the perfect time to join us for a walk. Most distances are reasonable during the winter months and speed doesn't much matter. So come out and get fit.

Announcements - from Libby - A friendly reminder to let Libby know of any race interests for 2019. And New Year resolutions for racing, getting fit or keeping active.

Robbie Burns - only 8K race January 27 Prices go up for this really fun race after midnight Friday. There is a walk division with prizes! There is fresh cooked oatmeal! There are bagpipes! It’s more fun with more of us there! Also, it’s only 8k.

from Susan: Do me a favour - humour Libby and sign up for Robbie Burns or some other race!

See you Saturday!

Walks - Saturday Nov. 24 - Wednesday Nov. 28

Happy Campers

We'll be meeting at Loblaws (south entrance) again this week - Join us at 8:00 am on Saturday for a walk on what promises to be a milder morning. The fresh air and the morning sun are good for all that ails you - so come out and join in.

By the way, if you have been missing in action, this is the perfect time to start walking again. The distance is relatively short and the pace is relatively moderate - so we look forward to seeing you soon.

Sunday walkers meet at the Running Room at 8:30 am

Mid week day time walkers meet at 9:00 am on Wednesday at Loblaws (south entrance).

Mid week evening walkers meet at 6:30 pm on Monday (Loblaws) and Wednesday (Occasions).

Sign in, join in, and walk.

I know that some folks are travelling - enjoying foreign shores and fascinating sites - be safe; keep well and bring back interesting stories of your travels; Nishe, Libby and Marie....to name a few. I understand the Eileen has a date (long anticipated) with Bruce next week, in NYC - have a great time. Does John know about this?

And I know that some are injured or ill or recovering from treatment - we send you our best wishes and hope that you will soon be joining us again.

Please consider options for a race (or more) during 2019. There has been some interest in Robbie Burns - I understand that Trish and Libby have committed - must be the attraction of the plaid pants! How sweet they are.  Anyone else? We will continue to look for interesting race opportunities.

Walks - Saturday Nov. 17 - Wednesday Nov. 21

Thanks Trish for hosting our Great Gathering

And, what a great gathering it was. Thanks to all who contributed to this celebration - delicious food and good times shared with friends.

Join us on Saturday at 8:00 am at Loblaws (south entrance). The distance is flexible followed by coffee with friends (likely at Starbucks - or plan b is Loblaws).

Sunday walkers meet at the Running Room at 8:30 am

Week day walkers meet at Loblaws at 9:00 am at Loblaws.

Mid week evening walkers meet at 6:30 pm on Monday (Loblaws 2) and Wednesday (Occasions).

Sign in; join in; and walk, walk, walk....

Announcements / Information: from Libby - Race ideas to start 2019:  Hair of the Dog at the Balmy Beach club on New Years day. An excellent 9k out along the boardwalk and delicious lunch after. There is also a 3k walk with prizes.  http://balmybeachcanoe.com/hair-of-the-dog-fun-run.html

Robbie Burns 8k in Burlington, Sunday January 27th. It is the 40th anniversary of the race and it has a walk division, oatmeal and plaid pants.  https://raceroster.com/events/2019/19746/robbie-burns-8km-road-race-2019

from Helen - At the party, Helen gave a brief overview of some races to consider for 2019. Some great ideas and destinations both near and far. I'm sure she will be happy to share these again.

Thanks again Trish. And, thanks to Olwyn and Eileen and Norma for sharing photos - I'll be posting party photos for the next several weeks.

Walk - Saturday Nov. 10 - Wednesday Nov. 14

We need a Plan B

Tim's is closed for renovations for the next 5-6 weeks. Plan B? Meet inside Loblaws (south entrance) at 8:00 am (Leslie and Lakeshore). Washrooms are at the end of a short aisle on the west side (Tim's side) of the building, just inside that entrance.

Coffee after the walk - Starbucks has more seating and space but less washrooms - Let's try it on Saturday. Loblaws has a small coffee bar, less seating and more washrooms. 

Other suggestions welcomed for next week.

So, join us on Saturday for a walk at 8:00, coffee with friends and a new temporary meeting spot - Loblaws.

Sunday walkers meet at the Running Room on Sunday at 8:30 am

Weekday walkers meet on Wednesday at 9:00 am (now meeting at Loblaws south entrance).

Evening walkers meet at 6:30 pm on Monday (Loblaws-VP) and Wednesday (Occasions).

Join in, sign in and enjoy a visit with friends.

Announcements / Information: from Trish - looking forward to seeing everyone at the Year End great gathering on Saturday. Finger food pot luck. Call Trish if you have any difficulty getting there or getting in. 6:00 pm.  Wear your 2018 medals. Bring ideas for races and destinations for next year.

Walks - Saturday Nov. 3 - Wednesday Nov. 7

Designed to Please

Just a tad damp this week but don't let that hold you back - Join us on Saturday, at Tim's at 8:00 am - at least for coffee - although a walk and coffee would be better. Distance may be defined by the weather. That said, there will be a distance that is just right for you. I promise.

Other options:

Sunday morning walkers meet at the Running Room on Queen St. at 8:30 am

Week day walkers meet Wednesday at 9:00 am at Tim's - this week, we were the weekday coffee drinkers....rainy weather.....

Week night evening walkers meet at 6:30 pm on Monday (Loblaws) and Wednesday (Occasions). There may be some interest in rescheduling Wednesday evening's walk as it is Doc Soup evening. 

As always, sign in and let others know your plans.

Sunday is the New York City Marathon - we send Dianne Broad our very best wishes for another great race. Anyone interested in throwing their name in for the NYC lottery for 2019? Fabulous race; great course - definitely should be on your bucket list - even if you just go to cheer on a friend.

Announcements: from Trish: - Nov. 10, 6:00 pm is the Shorethings Year End Party - good food, good friends and medals, medals, medals. Hope to see you there.

from Libby: Please put your thinking caps on for races of interest next year. The blog sidebar has been updated with  2019 race registration information, where available. Libby is happy to add any new races of interest. 

Races of any length stimulate us to keep our walking pace strong. Improved fitness remains our goal as our time clock marches on!

from the Rumour Mill - I actually heard the words "full marathon" mentioned just the other day. WOW - incredible - what an opportunity - Dream big or go home.  What's your preferred destination for your next marathon?

Dublin, Berlin, Portugal - marathons happening in 2019.

Half marathon cross Canada tour.....doing one in each Province.

Opportunities are limitless.

To those of you who are travelling, be safe and look forward to hearing your travel stories.
To those who are injured, ill or ailing - please take care - we miss you and hope to see you soon. Deanna - how are you healing - is the end in sight?

Couldn't resist this photo.....