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Interest in a Nestie Fun-Run event organized by me, Pam, and Karen?
Pam, Karen, and I are putting out a feeler on if there would be interest in a Nestie Fun-Run this summer with a potluck BBQ at the end. Here are the things we've been toying with:
- Fun-run around Blackstone Blvd in the East Side of Providence-total mileage is pretty close to a 5k
- It's NOT a race...you can walk it, make a relay team of 3 people-each planning on trying to run/walk a roughly 1-mile leg, or commit to starting the Couch to 5K and train for a 5K. Run with jogging strollers-whatever! Our goal is to get as many Nesties up and moving as possible
- I know sometimes people worry about how they look when they are trying to run for the first time (I know b/c I used to when I first started)...BUT DON'T! It's not what you look like out there, it's the effort you are putting forth that matters the most!
- A Kiddie Dash at the end of the adults run (yes, that means dads and hubbies can join too) to get the kids involved
- This is NOT just for moms or moms-to-be! This is for ALL Nesties and their spouses/family!!
- Everyone will get some kind of a "swag bag"...we haven't figured out with what yet, but we'd like it to be a legit 5K (minus the RACE aspect)
- A raffle for all finishers
- Unlike organized 5K races-there will be NO entry fee only a suggested donation of non-perishable food items that will be donated to the Rhode Island Food Bank
- We will have water stops and "timers" along the route in case you wanted to know your time and don't have a method of tracking it
- At the end of the run we are hoping to have a potluck BBQ -- Karen might be able to have it at her house, which is only a 3 minute walk from the Blvd
Again, this is a work in progress we wanted to see if there was an interest prior to coming up with specifics. We were thinking of a Saturday or Sunday maybe second weekend (or there about) of July-this way if you would like to do the Couch to 5k there is time to train for it...
If you think you would be interested shoot me a Facebook message...I'll keep track of the interest and send out messages and an event invite when and if we have enough interest. We really hope that you ladies are into the idea-we are really excited about this!! We are NOT scary running chicks! I PROMISE! 
This isn't about RACING or BEATING anyone-this is about health and wellness and getting out there and moving and inspiring each other to eat better, exercise more, and live a healthier lifestyle-not just for our families, but for OURSELVES! YOU are the most important person and when YOU commit to a healthier lifestyle YOU inspire others! So good for Jamie Oliver that he has a Food Revolution-but let's show everyone what a NESTIE REVOLUTION can do!
Re: Interest in a Nestie Fun-Run event organized by me, Pam, and Karen?
ummm.....YES!! definitely! I was just about to ask you ladies for some advice on training for my Jimmy Fund Walk in September. I think I want to walk the full marathon this year
Definitely IN!!! My husband and I have decided to start training/walking/running together, and hope to participate in a half marathon sometime next year. eek.
I don't think we are friends on facebook, but I'm friends with Pam. I will send you a friend request. I'll be the melissa with the cute little baby sticking out his tongue as my profile pic.The more and more I think about this, the more and more I am excited! C'mon Nesties, you know you wanna do it.
I also wanted to add that Pam, Dani, and I will not be running, and yes I promise we are not scary runner chicks
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Great point Karen!! We will be doing water stops, timing and other coordination stuff. What a great excuse for a big ol nestie GTG!!! This is going to be fantastic!! So spread the word & get on board! I am super excited about this and I hope you all are too!!
Like Michele, I can't run due to knee issues. But I'd walk / half-jog, pushing a double stroller... depending on day, and my availability. I love the GTG / BBQ / potluck idea afterward!
My last walk/run was a 5k pushing Shannon in the stroller when I had just gotten pregnant with Kyle (didn't know I was yet).
could i ask my bff? she isn't a nestie though
p.s. i'm not on facebook right now so i cannot send you a message there.
I'm starting Couch to 5K now and that sounds *so* fun. I've really been trying to find someone who's also a beginner to run with. I think feeling stupid is what keeps me from running vs. walking.
I'd send a Facebook message.. but I'm not in the Facebook loop on here
Depending on when it is, I may be able to make an appearance. I will not be running at 8 months pregnant, but I may come say hi.
My shower is in July so like i said, I'll see
I proposed that I do it with a beer in hand...so I say you come on down and party with me Erin!
I need to be there for this.
omg phoebe running! thanks for the laugh, i really needed it!!!!
Ok just because I am in a good mood and in the giving spirit....I'll let Pamcakes use my Fuel Belt to put Dan's home made brewskies in!! Brent will be psyched if he actually shows up with his brew!
i wish i could be in RI for this because i'd pay good money to see pam run like phoebe while carrying a beer! pam, i think this also requires you to put korkers in your hair
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This sounds great! I am not a runner, but I would like to be.
I also have been on and off the knot/nest for 8 years and yet I've never really participated or been involved in any GTG, etc. This sounds like a great opportunity! Only problem is I am not friends with any nesties on fb. Wasn't there a fb group for RI nestie's at one point?
Cheeky runs the FB group. It doesn't get much use... except when the Nest is down! ;P
But a lot of us initially connected that way.