Cancer Sucks!

I've been watching my precious aunt die before my eyes. It's scary and lonely. Pray. Run. Give. Find A Cure.

MOVING INTO THE WINTER SEASON

Hello to everyone. My name is Jane Elbon and I am the winter season mentor. I have met most of you and know you have started the wonderful world of fundraising! It will be a marvelous journey and you will come out of this experience with so much more than you can imagine. You are helping so many people by raising money for research and patient programs. You may never really know how many people you are impacting but know that it is a huge number. It is not just the money but the desire to do it that is so greatly appreciated. I am a survivor myself so I know firsthand how important it is and what kind of impact it can have on your life to know that there are people like you out there that are willing to give so much of their time and money to try and find a cure.

Next week I will be running the NIKE Women's 1/2 marathon. It is really going to be an exciting race and we are all so psyched up for it. I can't wait to see all those purple TNT shirts out there on the course. Crossing the finish line will be be an awesome and I'm sure an emotional event. I hope you are all able to complete your goal and I am only more than happy to help you accomplish it.

First Annual Fashion NIght at the Bistro

Here are the pics from Jane and Lisette's First Annual Fashion Night, Raffle and Auction featuring Donna's Fasions held on August 8, 2009

LONGEST TRAINING RUN

September 26, 2009

CONGRATULATIONS!!

After this day the Nike participants can say that you have taken yourselves to the wall. Looking at that training schedule back in May, it may have been nearly inconceivable that you could run 22, 16, or 14 miles. Each week you have kept an open mind, stretched the idea of what you thought was physically possible and now - here you are!! You have nearly reached your goal.

It was such an honor for us to be there to see each of you finish this training run. Even though everyone was exhausted you could tell that every one was also so proud, upbeat, and full of enthusiasm because well....YOU FINISHED YOUR LONGEST TRAINING RUN!! We are all looking forward to that very same spirit when we see you cross the finish line in San Francisco and San Antonio!! Congratulations again and we'll see you on the running path next week!!

When and Where?

The recommittment party is when and where?

Route 66 Quarter Marathon 6.55 miles -8/1/09

My Redeemer Lives/ Father-Son Race Together

Are you having a bad running day? Need a little inspiration? Watch this video for a pick me up.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdA3Equ1I3s

As you approach recommitment, remember to focus on why you are fundraising for your event. You are helping LLS patients and families cope with Leukemia and Lymphoma and funding research for a cure. It is an awesome experience when you finish your event and know that you just ran/walked 26.2 or 13.1 miles to help others.

When I finished the Phoenix PF Changs Marathon in January 2008, I was approached by a survivor and her husband and two little boys in tow. She said that I was her pace person for the last 5 miles of the race. It was quite humbling, because you guys know I'm not fast, but she was sincerely grateful. It really made all the fundraising phone calls, emails and letters I sent out worth it for that one moment alone.

Be proud Team Tulsa....You are my Heroes!

Sorry I have missed everyone the last two training runs...but I'll be back this weekend for the Panera 5K Hunger Run! Here is a pic of my kids meeting Danny Gokey (American Idol) at the Denver Airport and one of my husband and I in Hawaii. I've only ran twice the past two weeks...you guys better be nice to me!

Need A Massage

My doctor (triathlete) recommendeds

Hands of Health
4815 S. Harvard, STE 253
918-832-4703

Pics fromTeam Training May 30th, 2009

HOW DO I FEEL TODAY? 

Fundraising Supplies and Breakfast Club Web Tutorial

In case you are in need, Jill Hull is going to mail us some TNT Letterhead and some Thank you cards/Tax Receipts.  Your Mentors will be glad to distribute to whomever would like to have some.

Also, if you're not doing the Jog a Dog and you would like some help, we'll be meeting after training this Saturday, May 30th for Breakfast and Website assistance.  Place TBD...

Tulsa TNT Training Pics for May 23rd

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Group Fundraising Brainstorm

Hey all interested participants:

There will be a get together at Tuesday evening, May 19th, to discuss group fundraising projects.  Anyone interested can attend.  Bring Pencil, paper, computer (they have WiFi) and ideas.

Time: 6:00 PM

Place: Cosmos Cafe

RSVP: Rhonda - email: ragonsalves@prodigy.net

The Last Mentor to Post!

I'm sorry I'm so behind in getting this posted...but here it is.

My name is Vicki Hoskison and this will be my second season with Oklahoma Team in Training. I ran/walked the Phoenix PF Changs RNR Full Marathon in Jan. 08. I fell in love with the organization and the people I have met along the way and wanted to support their efforts by becoming a Mentor. Please feel free to contact me and I hope to keep you motivated to finish what you start! Happy Trails! (The photo is of me an my son at WDW 2009)

Pics from first training

Quotes

• "You think training for a marathon is hard, try CHEMOTHERAPY"
• "One foot in front of the other"

START OF SOMETHING SPECTACULAR..

Hello,

My name is Rhonda and I am one of your TNT Mentors for the 2009 season. Congratulations for making the heartfelt commitment to joining TNT. Hopefully you will come to know how many people will be blessed because of you!

I will be fundraising and participating in the Nike Women's half-marathon. I have participated in two previous events with TNT and have had the time of my life both times.

This is going to be one of the best things you have ever accomplished in your life!!

Here is my pics Hope you can recognize me in the mornings without all the fluff and makeup!!

See you all Saturday morning. Bring your ideas and ambition to the fundraising clinic.

TTFN,

Rhonda

Chef Matt

Hey all, jsut getting on to say hello. Keep up the good work and remebmer to check my blog.

http://www.thegourmetworkout.blogspot.com/

I can never resist a shameless plug for my site.

Tracking Your Miles

There are so many ways to keep track of your practice miles, so there must be a way for every body. Regardless of the tracking tool that works for you, I highly recommend that you keep track because people are impressed by this number.

Tools

1. Pen & Paper
2. Excel
3. Calendar (where you only mark your running stuff)
4. Tulsa Million Miles (http://www.tulsamillionmiles.com/)
5. Runners World (http://www.runnersworld.com/)
6. Offical Running Log

If you know of any other tools or website, please share them in the comments section.

Mentor Intro: Monique

Hey! I am Monique and I will be mentoring along side Matt, Vicki and Rhonda. We have a great season planned for you, but I wanted to take a moment and introduce myself. I have been involved with TNT for about 4 years now. In 2006 I signed up for an event because I missed running. I was a runner in HS, but had been away from the sport for 7 years. Once I got in the groove I was hooked again. This season I am trianing for my 5th event and I am really excited. Two friends will be training in their hometowns (Chicago, IL and Richmond, VA) will be meeting me in San Francisco.

As mentors we are here to help you fundraising, so here is my first piece of advice. Find 100 addresses and mail off your letters. Send out update emails after you have reached 100 practice miles and every month afterwards. This is how I raised my $3600 for my first event.

Thank you for allowing me to take this journey with you. You will have a great time, even on the rough days. Both the heroes and runners that you meet will make a lasting impression on you life.

COMPLETED EVENTS

Team N. Texas: 2006 Nike Women's Half-Marathon

Team Tulsa: 2008 Nike Women's Half-Marathon

Team Tulsa: 2008 San Antonio Rock n' Roll Full- Marathon

Team Virginia: 2009 Yengling Shamrock Half Marathon

Away we go!!

Rain Rain go away!!  I hope we get to run this Saturday.  Fundraising clinic no matter what!!  TTFN

Crazy to Run

I am so happy to be back with all you crazy marathon nuts! Vicki C and Joey G, you guys are such an inspiration to me! Let's Roll!

2009 Destinations

Maui Marathon and Half Marathon

Maui, HI

September 20, 2009

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Nike Women's Marathon

San Francisco, CA

October 18, 2009

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Rock 'n' Roll San Antonio Marathon

San Antonio, TX
November 15, 2009

Welcome to the 2009 Team!

Greetings!

We are so excited to have each of you running with us this season. Your mentors Matt, Monique, Rhonda & Vicki are here to help you meet your walk/run and fundraising goals.

The mentors will use this page to answer question and provide information. You are all encouraged to visit the page often and post comments.

Go Team!

Team-in-Training Introduction

Welcome to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Oklahoma Chapter's Team In Training program! Team In Training is the world's largest endurance sports training program. The program provides training to run or walk marathons and half marathons in honor of blood cancer patients and survivors.

By helping to raise funds for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma research and patient services, we receive:

• Personalized fitness training by certified coaches for a period of four to five months, sport specific training clinics and support, and a personalized training schedule.
• Fundraising support and ideas, including your own personal Web site for online fundraising.
• A supportive group of teammates and a connection to the cause through our honored hero program.
• Lodging and airfare to more than 60 accredited events in the United States and abroad.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the reward of completing an endurance sports event while helping to accelerate cures for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. For more details visit the "Tell me More" website.