After a 2 day lay off over the weekend - I got my work out in last night!!! I have some making up to do!!
Did a circuit workout with some precor, treadmill, ab work, and weights. Went for an hour and was dead afterwards. The Mud Run usually takes 1:30 to 1:45 so have I have a month and two weeks to build up that.
Will try and get in another circuit workout today then just running on Wednesday.
According to my long distance training partner down in Houston(Matt), he ran 1.7 miles on the treadmill last night on an incline. He also said he walked through wet grass in his back yard to try and simulate the mud run. I have some news for him: He is going to need a lot more that wet grass to get his shoes wet!!!!! I told him he needs to run with ankle weights and that would be more realistic to what it is like.
That being said he also did his circuit workout this morning @ 6:00 am. Now that's dedication! I guess he is trying to keep the pressure on!!!!
Breaking news: Brent and Stacy Husiman are signed up and going to run with us also in Houston!!!!!!!
We are continuing our effort to raise as much money as we can for Jeremy and his Friends!!! We have done great so far but we have a long way to go get to our goal!!!! So please donate what every you can!
We cannot thank everyone enough who has been generous enough to donate already!!!!!!!
Todd
Team Leader
2011 Houston Mud Run Fundraiser for Jeremy and His Roommates The Munstermans and Moores have decided to get together for a good cause and raise some money for Jeremy and his fellow roommates in Louisiana. You can help by praying for our efforts. We are grateful for any amount of money that you are able to donate! There is a link to donate below after our story.
The Why and How by Todd Moore:
“Blessed with a Brother”
My brother Matt called me about a month ago and said he was looking for a way to get motivated to get in shape. He came across the Houston Mud Run on-line and asked me if I wanted to do it with him. Of course, I did not hesitate and said let’s do it! The Mud Run is a physically challenging 6 mile run with 25-30 obstacles along the way through mud and water. A day or two after he asked me about the Mud Run the thought crossed my mind that this would be a great chance to get our family and friends together to raise some money to help support Jeremy, our brother with Down syndrome, his home, “Range House” and the amazing people who care for many fortunate mentally challenged adults, Hammond Strawberry Fields, Inc.
About a year ago my mom mentioned to me that their state and federal funds were being cut and they were struggling to keep up with the day to day cost of running and operating their group homes. The idea of helping Jeremy and his friends easily became the motivation needed for Matt and I to start training for the Mud Run on May 28. Wren, Susan, Amy, Matt, Josh, Hanna, and I have played a part in organizing the fundraiser for Hammond Strawberry Fields. Our goal is to raise as much money as possible to help Hammond Strawberry Fields provide the best possible life for Jeremy and other adults with intellectual disabilities. What started as a simple Mud Run for Matt and I to get in shape, has turned into great opportunity for us donate to a cause close to our hearts. I think I speak for the whole family when I say growing up with Jeremy as part of our lives has taught us some incredible life lessons.
For our friends and family that don’t know, Jeremy lives in a group home in Hammond, Louisiana, under the operation of Hammond Strawberry Fields, Inc.
Hammond Strawberry Fields, Inc. is a non profit corporation established in 1988 to provide residential and day program services to mentally handicapped individuals. In January 1989 the first clients were admitted to Jake Drive Community Home. The Strawberry Patch, a day program, began operating at the same time. From there it has expanded to serve individuals in four community homes, the day program, and supervised living. It has always been a goal to remain small currently serving 36 clients.
The philosophy is one of respect for each person entrusted to the care of Hammond Strawberry Fields. Activities and routine are very important to the clients and a variety of daily activities are offered to meet the needs of each individual. Facilities are licensed through the Department of Health and Hospitals in Louisiana. The Department does on site visits annually in addition to annual life safety and health inspections. Another goal is to provide a loving environment that will insure success and happiness for each client.
Clients are vital members of the community and many are known by name because of their active participation in the many sporting events, festivals and jobs held in the community over the past 22 years.
Hammond Strawberry Fields does not sponsor large fund raisers and does not have a paid development director. They have an agreement with the state of Louisiana to provide services through the Medicaid program. Many family members and friends give donations on a regular basis. HSF are amazed and grateful for the generosity of all who donate.
“Blessed with a Brother”
My brother Matt called me about a month ago and said he was looking for a way to get motivated to get in shape. He came across the Houston Mud Run on-line and asked me if I wanted to do it with him. Of course, I did not hesitate and said let’s do it! The Mud Run is a physically challenging 6 mile run with 25-30 obstacles along the way through mud and water. A day or two after he asked me about the Mud Run the thought crossed my mind that this would be a great chance to get our family and friends together to raise some money to help support Jeremy, our brother with Down syndrome, his home, “Range House” and the amazing people who care for many fortunate mentally challenged adults, Hammond Strawberry Fields, Inc.
About a year ago my mom mentioned to me that their state and federal funds were being cut and they were struggling to keep up with the day to day cost of running and operating their group homes. The idea of helping Jeremy and his friends easily became the motivation needed for Matt and I to start training for the Mud Run on May 28. Wren, Susan, Amy, Matt, Josh, Hanna, and I have played a part in organizing the fundraiser for Hammond Strawberry Fields. Our goal is to raise as much money as possible to help Hammond Strawberry Fields provide the best possible life for Jeremy and other adults with intellectual disabilities. What started as a simple Mud Run for Matt and I to get in shape, has turned into great opportunity for us donate to a cause close to our hearts. I think I speak for the whole family when I say growing up with Jeremy as part of our lives has taught us some incredible life lessons.
For our friends and family that don’t know, Jeremy lives in a group home in Hammond, Louisiana, under the operation of Hammond Strawberry Fields, Inc.
Hammond Strawberry Fields, Inc. is a non profit corporation established in 1988 to provide residential and day program services to mentally handicapped individuals. In January 1989 the first clients were admitted to Jake Drive Community Home. The Strawberry Patch, a day program, began operating at the same time. From there it has expanded to serve individuals in four community homes, the day program, and supervised living. It has always been a goal to remain small currently serving 36 clients.
The philosophy is one of respect for each person entrusted to the care of Hammond Strawberry Fields. Activities and routine are very important to the clients and a variety of daily activities are offered to meet the needs of each individual. Facilities are licensed through the Department of Health and Hospitals in Louisiana. The Department does on site visits annually in addition to annual life safety and health inspections. Another goal is to provide a loving environment that will insure success and happiness for each client.
Clients are vital members of the community and many are known by name because of their active participation in the many sporting events, festivals and jobs held in the community over the past 22 years.
Hammond Strawberry Fields does not sponsor large fund raisers and does not have a paid development director. They have an agreement with the state of Louisiana to provide services through the Medicaid program. Many family members and friends give donations on a regular basis. HSF are amazed and grateful for the generosity of all who donate.
Jeremy
The Moores and Munstermans
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Yeeah. If you could add a few more exclamation points that would be great.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting about Stacy and Brent! (see only one is necessary) What wonderful family friends we have.