Saturday, May 30, 2009

Friday, May 29, 2009

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...

Sunday, May 17, 2009

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
RSVP: Rhonda - email: ragonsalves@prodigy.net








Wednesday, May 13, 2009

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)

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Quotes

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

Thursday, May 7, 2009

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.


I can never resist a shameless plug for my site.

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

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

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

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.