Ricole Runs (Sometimes): A DNS of Sorts

Thursday, October 11, 2012

A DNS of Sorts

I haven't had too many DNS (did not start) in my time, thankfully. And as far as I can recall, I've NEVER had a DNF (did not finish), and I am extremely grateful for that. But let's see... there was the 2009 Seattle Rock n' Roll Marathon, which became impossible after a half marathon left me with a broken fibula. And there was the Pt. Defiance 50k...

Oh wait, that's this weekend. So you all remember how I signed up for the Pt. Defiance 50k? Maybe not, because I didn't make a very big deal about it, mostly because I never truly felt truly committed to it. I always knew that the 15k or the 30k were back-up plans, since the race offers all 3 distances. I did make a training calendar, but since I've been hurt since Ragnar in July I wasn't healthy when it was time to start training so I never really felt like it was truly going to happen.

Flashback: It's July pre-hamstring injury and I'm running the race's trails at Pt. Defiance and LOVING IT!

Okay, okay, I am a little sad about it. Okay, you got me, I'm a bit devastated. It mostly comes out in bitter rage, but no big deal. Lindsay is still doing it, and she is going to ROCK IT (go tell her good luck right now!). I truly try to contain my bitter temper tantrums when I imagine her ~~finishing~~ ~~rocking~~ dominating the race and becoming an ULTRA MARATHONER!

Don't worry, my jealousy will pass. And I AM still running, just the 15k instead of the 50k. So it's not really a true DNS. I guess. There will be a 50k in my future, I know it. And this weekend, I will try my hardest to be the best crew there is! YOU GOT THIS LINDSAY!

Tell me about all of your DNS / DNF. Any tips for Lindsay or my future ultramarathoner self?

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Peg · 652 weeks ago

I have my first DNS this weekend. I signed up for a Double Half Marathon (one Sat/one Sun) and finishers of both get this very cool medal that is made of two half medals that fit together. Training was superb! I was ready to knock it out of the park! Last Friday (a week before the event) I had emergency surgery for a ruptured appendix. No racing for me.

I will have to put on a happy face and be the best cheerleader too.

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runfundone 65p · 652 weeks ago

Lol, I think if you had a DNF, you'd remember!

I know it stinks to miss a race. I've had TONS of DNS's! I'm beginning to think that my method of signing up for races WAY ahead of time to save money actually just wastes a ton of money.

Think about it: You'll walk away from 15k for sure with minimal recovery, and feeling great. That will be nice!!!
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Kasey · 652 weeks ago

No DNS/DNF for me yet. With a husband in the military, we rarely sign up more than a month before a race, so thankfully, I haven't had to back out of anything officially. In a way, it's keeping me more flexible by not having set plans, but man, would we ever save money if we could register earlier for these things! At least we know we can register early for the USAF marathon again, though. We both want to do it again, and improve our time.
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Murph · 652 weeks ago

That stinks. I have had something very similar. Back in 2008 my Boss decided that the company was going to run the Ragnar Wasatch Back, so I took up running… never having been a runner before… trained hard (too hard) and ended up with severe shin splints, so bad I could hardly run, let alone walk, so my doctor sidelined me for the Ragnar. With 6 weeks before the race I dropped out of the team, and took one of the volunteer positions. Boy if that isn’t motivation to get healthy and get running again. Sorry to hear about your injury, but it’s better to run a shorter distance and stay healthy than to push it and do some real harm. Good luck!
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Steph · 652 weeks ago

Sad for you that you are missing out on the 50k! At least you are starting to feel better though and you can run the 15k. I love 15k races, they are one of my favorite distances!

Also, just recently I have discovered that I really want to do a 50k too! Sooo...find us one and I will run it with you :)
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ricoleruns 72p · 652 weeks ago

YES!! Come to Seattle??

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Allison · 652 weeks ago

Gah! I was totally planning to run Pt. Defiance too, but now I have to work that morning. Boo. Thankfully, I've never had to DNF. Yet. I know it'll happen eventually and that it will cause me insane anxiety and grief as well! You're not alone! Have fun with the 15k! You're still going to rock it!

PS: Have you signed up for the Flat Ass in December, yet? I hope you and Robyn decide to run it!
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ricoleruns 72p · 652 weeks ago

So you're signed up, yes? �Might as well just do the 50k??

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Steph · 652 weeks ago

I haven't had any DNS/DNF, but I fear the DNF big time.

I rarely sign up too far in advance for anythin, mostly because I worry I'll get injured and not be able to run.
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TriGirl · 652 weeks ago

A broken fibula????? I'm going to go read about that next!

DNS: 2011 Seattle marathon-tendon damage took me out of the 'running' my first day of my training plan.

DNF: Very first tri-I cam out of the water exhausted and hypothermic.

I bet you'll still enjoy the 15k!
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ricoleruns 72p · 652 weeks ago

Where was this tri that you were freaking HYPOTHERMIC??? That is terrifying!

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TriGirl · 652 weeks ago

It was my first Danskin: http://www.tri-ingtobeathletic.com/2011/01/danski...
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Kerrie T. · 652 weeks ago

Wish I could be there to spectate!
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LindsayOnTheGo · 652 weeks ago

Awwwwwwww! You are the BEST. Seriously! You just made me get all teary-eyed at work. :)

I promise to be the best cheerleader/support crew/training buddy for your first true 50k, and you'll get the glory all for yourself. :)
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pensive pumpkin · 652 weeks ago

I DNF like every other race I start, because I am a pansy assed pansy. Okay, it's not really that many. But it feels like it.
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Cathryn · 652 weeks ago

I'm sad for you but there's no shame...just go out and enjoy the race you CAN do! And then when your friend is still running hours later, you can cheer her on with your coffee, your clean clothes, your portable seat and your cupcake

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LindsayOnTheGo · 652 weeks ago

Bahahaha. No way! I am going to make her work! :)
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lschwecherl 2p · 652 weeks ago

Bah, you will ROCK the 15K! And that 50K will have your name on it one day...don't you worry! Also...a 50K sounds loooong man. Damn. 15 is a much better number :)
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tashamalcolm 91p · 652 weeks ago

You are going to do great in the 15K and Lindsay is going to kill the 50K. I am so excited for her. I am glad that technically you aren't getting a DNS. I can't even count all of the DNS (s) I have racked up this year. Not fun!
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runbirdierun 41p · 652 weeks ago

I just read/stalked your fibula story. HOLY HELL! I feel like I should never complain about anything after reading that. I suppose you now know any injury could never be worse than that??

I wouldn't consider this a DNS. You're still running a race, you'll still have a bib, you'll still cross a start line. AND you should still celebrate afterward :) Hopefully you can try and steal some of the ultra people's food at their aid stations.
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