And this month.......

July 1, 2015-

Ok, so later this month we will be running the NYC AMC Doggy Dash run at the same time as the NYC TRI! The race is only 18 days away......Pam and I have been training for the event. Since we have the miles down (as we ran our marathon the end of May and trained the distance for months prior) we are training more for temperatures that we might face, and for the crowds that we will be coming across especially the first mile or two when I am brimming with energy.....once I get into the run I tend to be a little more quiet and not as much into wanting to say hello to everyone I meet......I think all my canine friends are the same way! Or at least most of them!.....Of course, once I have my mandatory 5 minute break I will most likely have to start that all over again- but I should be used to the crowds and all......Hey Pam can you take my temperature so I can get used to it?!?!?!? Some dogs do not like anyone sticking that cold thermometer up their butt, uugghh...just thinking about it!

We ran for a good 40 minutes today.....ok, we walked for 10 minutes at one point because we were supposed to run 20 minutes......really these short runs are driving me crazy. I mean I want to run not wuss out......Maybe we'll get to go to the dogpark tomorrow as a reprieve from these short runs. We did end up running up to the dogpark today, but just up towards the park without any stop there! What a tease!

Ok, so there are some challenges coming up for us this week......we'll talk more about this in tomorrows blog! See ya then!

Until tomorrow have a happy tail waggin' day,
Scout

NYC AMC Doggy Dash 2015

June 28, 2015-

In a mere three count them 1-2-3 weeks we'll be heading into the city for the 8th Annual Doggy Dash. Back in 2008, Pam volunteered to help out for the doggy dash because she was too late to register, it at that time was called the IAMS Doggy Dash. In 2009 and 2010, it was also called the IAMS Doggy Dash. The last few years it has changed to the AMC Doggy Dash! Of course the AMC was always a HUGE part of the event. They checked the dogs out the day before and were part of the briefing on the whole event. Making sure our two legged companions knew how to run with their dogs properly and what to look for if their dog became ill or injured! And at the halfway point, or 2.5 miles through the race the dogs are required to take a mandatory 5 minute rest period, where the vet techs working the event would take their temp, check their paws, and have ice baths and packs to cool us off! We are the stars of the show in the Doggy Dash not our two legged friends. I remember Skyler telling me all about her great races and I hope to run as well as she did with Pam! Keeping in mind the Doggy Dash (along with the triathlon) is in mid July in NYC, on pavement, I am glad that they really care enough to have all these wonderful vet techs and vets on hand to help out our human running partners! They do have water stops for our humans along the way.....and sprinklers to run through! Pam is just hoping that I do not pull her way off course to avoid the sprinklers! I think I may be inviting the cool water being sprayed on me during the Dash though! Am I getting excited.....of course I am?!?!??! I am probably more excited to meet my fellow canine companions and all. And then to hang out with them at the end!

Ok, so as I contain my excitement tonight, with only 3 weeks left until the big day.......I will join you again tomorrow for another update on how we're getting through on our training.....I hope all my fellow runners are training with their companions and having a tail waggin' time!

On that note,
have a happy tail waggin' day,
Scout

Long Runs and Volunteering......

June 27,2015-

Today we had the longest run of our training for our upcoming 5 mile run.....a whopping 7 miles.....so we set out nice and early, that is we set out at 6am this morning. It was nice and cool and we finished strong.....we stopped and walked at a few spots to get ready to give it our all for another mile or so but we did it. We completed all 7 miles, there were a few smallish hills, some flats, but we still got the "LONG" run in.....

For Pam's marathon training, she chose to do some cross training for the rest of her miles for the day, so she dropped me off and brought Sandy and Candycane inside and off she went for a nice 9 miles on bike. So she rode up to cheer on her fellow GLIRC and Northport runners at the Run Around the Lake 4 mile Run in Lake Ronkonkoma. She came across the first water stop where the lady was all alone filling water cups so she asked to fill her water bottle up, and felt she had to volunteer a little and help her out to "pay" for the water she partook in......Once the runners starting coming, the water went fast, so instead of watching the runners and all, she jumped in once again and filled some water cups for the runners, there was a hold up  at the water station but the runners had the option of three upcoming water stations! So I want to put a challenge out there to volunteer whenever your help is needed. You do not need to get anything out of it, ok, in this case she got some water to fill her water bottle but I think she sufficiently worked it off. And the wonderful cub scout leader didn't feel like I was doing it for nothing, etc.......Pam did find out we lived fairly close to one another so in the future we hope to run into her and say hello again. Pam was sorry to leave her before the cleanup portion of things got underway, she had to get back to us....hey we need to eat and Pam needs her green smoothie so she can get her energy fix after the unexpected volunteering!

Oh yeah, by the way, it was a lucky ride as she also found a dollar riding along the path in the park in Lake Ronkonkoma- I want to play the lotto with Pam today.....I think it could be a winning dollar......if it is a big winner there will be a donation to our favorite charity!

With Paws Crossed,
Have a happy tail waggin' day,
Scout

24 days left.......

June 26, 2015-

WOW! We only have 24 days left until the Doggy Dash can you believe it? In the next week or two I hope to go check out the course with Pam in Central Park but there are no guarantees this will happen......

Pam is still going Raw Vegan.......still working on her lung exercises......and has added some cross training into her training, for her marathon training she is running with me then switching to the bike to get some added miles in.......So, hopefully the rain this weekend doesn't start until noon time.......after she gets back from our run and then her ride. But our garden outside could use some nice rain. We planted some seeds we got from the jackfruit we had and guess what there are actually little shoots coming up.....we'll see how they grow and come along or not come along in the coming weeks! We were pleasantly surprised to see something today....how awesome!

Ok, so I just wanted to update you on our training....we rest, while Pam rode 5 miles......tomorrow we run 17 miles then Pam will ride about 9 or 10 miles.

Until tomorrow,
Have a happy tail waggin day,
Scout

Missed ya.....

June 23, 2015-


Ok, I just  wanted to say a quick Hello! I've missed a few days of blogging, but still nevertheless training up a storm......

Today Pam left me behind as she did a 11 mile bike ride.....after not riding for sometime she finally got her bike up and running again! So she kept her ride short and sweet! But tomorrow we will do a run where we run 4 mins on at a 5 mile run pace, and then taking it slower for a min or two.......I think I will pull her towards the dogpark....we will do this for 5 miles.

Pam is still going strong with her Raw Vegan challenge, although she needs to totally forget about the nuts for awhile I think. And she did have some plantain chips (I think they were dehydrated, possibly baked- but it was the only thing possibly unraw!) Pam prefers to think of them being dehydrated! For the next 4 days I challenge Pam to only do smoothies and raw vegan ice cream......we have the frozen bananas and frozen strawberries!

Oh yeah, Pam found she does like Vita Coco Coconut water BUT prefers Zico Coconut Water the taste is more like fresh coconut water. Coconut water is just as hydrating as plain water, tap water. BUT it has potassium and electrolytes that are needed when being active especially in the summer months. And sshhh.....it has more potassium than a banana, wait that is between us- don't tell the monkeys!

On that note, please drink filtered tap water rather than bottled water. Bottled water isn't as healthy as one would think......we'll talk more about this in another blog though!

Until later,
have a happy tail waggin' day,
Scout

21 Day Experiment

June 21, 2015-

Today Pam is starting an experiment for herself, she is going to be training her lungs! What?!?!?!

Yes, I said training her LUNGS!....For the next 21 days Pam will be using the CVS Respiratory Trainer twice a day. This will help her inhale and exhale more with every breathe! That is breathe easier and feel better, which in turn will improve her athletic performance. she will use the endurance and strength training modes alike. This will take a total of like 10 minutes a day max.

 As far as myself goes I do not need to train my lungs or at least not yet as I need Pam to run more efficiently to catch up with me!......But I will have her learn CPR in case I need a breathe of air from her in the future! I will have her do the CPR blog for you this coming week.....as it is something EVERY pet companion should know, or even if you walk past the local dogpark everyday, hey you never know your services maybe needed while walking by! And anyone who gives CPR will bring out the HERO that is in all of us! Yes, WE ALL have the ability to be a HERO let's try to prepare ourselves to do so in times of need!

Ok, as I get Pam going on the CPR blog, I will put in my words as we learn together,
Have a happy tail waggin' day,
and for you fathers out there, Happy Fathers Day!, (Happy Fathers Day Dad wherever you are!),
Scout

We will be off and running in Central Park soon.......

June 20, 2015- 

As of today, we are 4 weeks away from the NYC AMC Doggy Dash. We want to invite all our fellow 4 and 2 legged companions and new friends that are running with us to be part of our blog. We want to make sure as many of them get their time in the spotlight! As they are stepping out and setting great examples for others. Everyone should be out and Getting their leash on, to remain healthy and happy!

Can you believe it 4 more weeks?!?!?! Summer is officially starting this weekend! Doggy Ice Cream days are upon us now- oops, that was supposed to be a hint for Pam! She makes some awesome ice cream that can be shared among dogs and humans alike! You can find the recipe in our book "Get Your Leash On!" Anyway.....we ran our 4 miles today with a quick stop at the dogpark of course, and felt great about it all! Pam is going strong with her raw vegan lifestyle again.....here's hoping she can make it work forever! She made raw vegan "donuts" and put some cashew cream on top of them, and hey- I found I like cashews and stole the bag- I didn't want to give them up either! We know cashews aren't totally raw, to eat them raw isn't really possible, that is for humans. There are some nuts that dogs shouldn't have but cashews thankfully aren't on that list! Whereas macadamias are on that list! So people be warned!

Ok, so that is my short easy blog for the day......tomorrow we have a easy run and then we'll talk more about be ready for the Doggy Dash some more. I want to be sure all my 4 legged pals are ready for all that the Dash has to offer! And if your just running with your dog I want to be sure you and your pal are safe all around and can have a blast together!

Until tomorrow,
have a happy tail waggin' day,
Scout