kitty sokoll- musante

UK born. Israel raised. American citizen. Distance Running and racing. Saluki dogs

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

Sub 25. Under 8 minutes per mile means you are getting somewhere towards actually racing. I am a woman almost 70 and have never run a 5K over 25 minutes in the 48 years I’ve been running. I am not disparaging slower runners. Only stating if you are racing a 5K and not on the extreme ends of young or old, 8 minute miles is a good start.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@RileyGainesShow @xx_xyathletics Great news. Finally. Something so simple. A DNA sample: xx/xy

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

I live in both worlds. A competitive runner, past triathlete and own and show dogs. I am a fierce proponent of leash laws and no flexi leads. I suffered a fractured pelvis years ago when a dog knocked me down while cycling. If I see a loose dog when running I stop and walk or change direction if it shows any signs of aggression or prey drive. I own Salukis a long distance running breed. Never have them off lead unless in an appropriate fenced in area.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@LeahLibresco minivan for dogs. we need flat space for crates. we take out all the seats behind the 2 front and fit 2-4 crates to travel with our dogs safely!

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@elonmusk won’t accommodate dog crates though. unless the seats can be removed?

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@DavidDack I am 69 years old and run sub 23 5K, sub 48 10k, sub 1:46 half. I need better goals!😂

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@UltraRunner26 I be slipped on the tile foor because my puppy sneak peed there and banged up my knee.
Thoughts:
Take tomorrow off. Might never be able to run again.
12 hours later:
More ice. More DMSO. Got big races coming up!

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@bennyjohnson Congratulations to Nathan Martin. Pure grit and determination. 🇺🇸

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@johnwdavis @InsideSoCalSpts @ladailynews @tfmoore Enjoyed his Nathan’s interview. Bravo for the win and the positive attitude!

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

I was born in the UK and moved back to Israel as a baby and lived on a kibbutz in the Galilee with my family then sailed on a ship to New York at age 6, and became an American citizen.
I am a proud American and staunch supporter of our President Trump! These are tough times and I will always stand for the USA and Israel our great friend.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@stevemagness I think the average non runner thinks the more distance the more impressive. The finish times kinda get lost. Unless you have actually run at your limit in a mile, 5K etc you do not appreciate the effort.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@Robtherunner235 I have never run that race. Running the Gate River 15k on the 7th in Jacksonville. It is a great race.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@stevemagness I live in Florida and do not carry water. If I’m running over 1 1/2 hours I know where I can get water if needed.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

Getting under a certain number is a worthy goal. I had immediate success when I started running in my late 20’s. Sub 20 5K easily. Brought it down to mid 17’s. Now 40 plus years later still running competitively in the 22’s and haven’t completely given up on the perfect day to see a sub 22! These goals drive me to train effectively.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@HankFrank This is spot on.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

@Robtherunner235 5k in St Augustine on Saturday.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

I BQ’d on my first marathon back in 1987 when there was an open time and I believe over 40 time. Ran a 3:09 as a 31 year old woman. At Boston I ran a 3:06 ( pre chip etc). I have run with decent runners for many years that couldn’t BQ. I’ve run 12 Bostons over the years last one at age 60 and never had a problem getting in. I consider my self very fortunate. it takes determination consistency and some natural ability as well. As it should. Personally I think the qualifications should be more difficult so that the one’s that make it know immediately if they are accepted.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

I an a 69 year old female. In my 30’s I ran 1:23-1:25 consistently. I now concentrate on shorter distances yet my last half in December was a 1:45. I train hard and have been a competitive runner for over 40 years. Yes, I am fast for my age and sex. No I was not fast enough to make running my living or a Olympic team.

[kitty sokoll- musante @salukitty]

Twice that were memorable. Leaving Israel to go back to the USA with my American passport age 17. “What is your mother’s maiden name name” Me: “Katz” Where was she born? Me: “Israel” “Have you deferred the draft?” Me “no”. “Come with us- you need to take care of some paperwork and rebook your flight”
2) Leaving after a family trip age 55. I some how managed to skip one of the security checks and was headed to the gate when security said I was missing a stamp on my boarding pass. I was escorted back to the counter and they retrieved my checked baggage all the time asking me “casual” questions about my trip, who I visited, where I lived etc. Then after a thorough inspection I was ob my way. All good to have peace of mind.