FITNATICS

Big Run

2012-02-10T21:05:00.000-08:00

I was 15 minutes late for work today, which never happens! And it was because I accidentally over ran! I ran 7 miles rather than the 6.3ish. They were not doing tar work this am but the smell was still around so I made my U on Adams and then wrapped it back around. TL/DR version: I went to far. By the time I got back to 36th I was at 6.8 and I figured I might as well round it off.Good run. Slow. I don't think my pace will pick up again till I start running hills. And I worked just hours and hours today, so that didn't happen. Soon!

Trembley!

2012-02-09T21:16:00.000-08:00

Do your muscles ever get trembley? My do. In fact, mine are right now! I just got done with pilates and, wow, was it tough. Good class, but I'm also feeling so out of shape. But it was great to be there tonight. I'm starting to come down and feel less stressed from January, I think.I did run this am, but only 3 miles. They were doing some tar work over in Kensington and I just despise that smell! So I didn't torture myself. Getting company soon! Yay!

Good Morning

2012-02-07T06:11:00.000-08:00

I'm up and at it and did 3 miles on the TM but it's not right. The belt is loose under there again and I think has seen it's day. I have ordered a new belt and will try and tighten up the old one again tonight so I can get by until the new one arrives. I could just go buy a new TM but I'm not ready for that yet. So, anyway, I did the 3 miles and the exercises.

I'm having a cyst removed from the front of my left leg this afternoon so I am wondering if I'll be taking tomorrow off. I have no idea how this will affect me. But I'm glad to finally be having it taken off.

Glad to hear you had such a wonderful time in Palm Desert!

Yesterday!

2012-02-05T08:33:00.000-08:00

I'm behind in my posting! I had a really neat run yesterday. I met my coworker (Jonathan - who signed up for the half marathon) over in Coronado and we did a 6 mile run. Let me tell you, much whining ensued! But we did it and it was just an absolutely beautiful day. We met around noon so it was a little bit hotter than I'm used to, especially at the end.But it was fun to have a running partner! I'm taking today off but I am bringing my running gear to Palm Springs. I don't know/think that I'll have a chance to run, but it doesn't hurt anything to bring it along just in case the opportunity arises. Have shoes, will travel!

Short Run

2012-02-03T22:40:00.001-08:00

I only did 3 miles today. I just piddled my morning away and was so surprised when it was 7:20! So I kept it short and I plan on doing along run tomorrow, so that's OK. Pretty boring out there today - not much going on at that time of the am I guess. Everyone is where they're supposed to be or getting there!

Short Run

2012-02-02T19:08:00.000-08:00

I shorted myself and it wasn't on purpose! I got back home and I had only gone 5.5 and I was really surprised! I really had planned on doing 6.4. But that happens sometimes, I guess. I have over run in the past so I guess I deserve an accidental under-run now and again. But it was a good run this am. Really nice, just a little cold. I also ran hills today! I couldn't believe it! But I was able to get out and do it. Now I'm debating about watching the xfiles. Hope you're having a great time!

Good Morning

2012-02-02T07:10:00.000-08:00

I missed yesterday. Just didn't get up in time. So I went upstairs to the fitness room last night but I can't run on a full stomach so only did 1 mile and then quit. But this morning I did my usual 3 miles there. The fitness room and pool area are on the 14th floor - the top floor. So I was thinking I could watch the city wake up while running but it is sooooo foggy here this morning it's unreal. I felt like I was running in the clouds! Very strange but kind of cool. Heading off to the Sem now pretty soon.

A New Week

2012-01-30T07:32:00.001-08:00

I ran 3.25 on the TM this morning but upped my speed to 5.8 mph. I could feel it, too, but need to start upping it I think. Been at 5.7 for too long. Also did all the exercises for the first time since last Thursday.

I'm going to school at Luther tomorrow through Friday. Staying at a Holiday Inn with a fitness center so am planning to run each morning. I hope! Gary will also be there so we could have a couple of late nights!

Yesterday

2012-01-30T07:26:00.000-08:00

I am taking today off because I was out all night last night! Bart and I went to go see a couple of bands and so I slept in this morning. As much as I could, anyway. I actually ran yesterday evening. Very unusual for me but I was pretty busy and couldn't get going in the am, so evening it was! My timing turned out to be perfect because I just finished as the light faded. When it decides to get dark, dang, it decides to get dark! It was a good run. Just under 6.5 with a 10:14 pace.

Summer!

2012-01-28T13:33:00.000-08:00

I'll be darned if it isn't 80 degrees out today. Absolutely beautiful and blue sky. I slept until about 7:30 or so and then ran about 6.42 miles. I can't remember what my watch told me. But it was enjoyable because it was just so darn nice.I can see the results of more running on the scale. So I'll keep it up.

Saturday Morning

2012-01-28T06:34:00.000-08:00

I'll be heading out here pretty soon to run in the Center City 5K which is being held in Lindstrom. Go figure. +14 here at the moment but the sun is shining so it should warm up a little more. I'll report back after the run.

Skipper

2012-01-26T20:36:00.000-08:00

I hate to say it but, for the first time ever, I missed a pilates class that I scheduled. It was a group class. And I did let them know, but I feel bad about it. I was working. But I did run this morning! It was good - really nice day out. I also saw a couple of new to me runners. And I saw a dog walker guy that I have not seen in months! Enjoy your day off tomorrow!

Long Day!

2012-01-25T20:15:00.000-08:00

What a day! I started working at 6am and got home after 7! Hurry up, January! I did run this morning, though. I didn't leave here until 8:30 ( I think), so I only ran 3 miles and was totally late for work but, man, I needed to get away from my computer.I can see the results of reimplementing my longer runs. In how I feel, how my clothes fit, and what the scale tells me. Well, told me today and yesterday. Hopefully that trend will continue. Dinner then bed so I can toss and turn. AGAIN! Geesh.

I did it!

2012-01-24T19:09:00.001-08:00

I ran hills at lunch today! And, wow, it was hard. I can tell it has been forever. But the queue was quiet, it wasn't raining, and it was not bitterly cold. So I did it! I was so glad.And I did run this morning. It's funny, I was less interested today than yesterday, but my time was better. 10:14/mile. I also saw crabby white hair guy. He was racing me. Pretty funny - mostly cause I lost! But I had more miles to go and didn't want to burn myself out on some dude that can't be bothered to wave at me!And I did some ab things and had a healthy eating day. All in all, pretty good!

Perfect Timing!

2012-01-23T19:34:00.000-08:00

It was a dark and dreary day here today. All day. But it was dry at running time, so I got ready and brought along my rain gear (baggie) and hit the road. And it only started to sprinkle when I was just two blocks from home. On the way BACK that is! I counted myself very lucky. Especially because it did start raining harder.It was a good run. About 5.4 miles. I can't remember exactly. But good. And my pace was better than yesterday, so that was happy.I tried the butterfly situps today. I think I need something under the small of my back because I feel like I'm using it to launch myself up.So I learned something about my scale today. I need to make sure it is at zero before I get on. I was absolutely flabbergasted at my weight this morning and actually just thought, "That's totally impossible! Totally!" And then I thought to check the starting weight. It was 4.3! No thanks. Doesn't mean that I am where I want to be but, sheesh, I really thought I should go to the doctor and get my thyroid checked or something!

Garmin worked fine

2012-01-23T08:03:00.000-08:00

I think I just accidentally pushed the off button on Saturday somehow. It worked fine this morning as I ran 5.17 miles!!! On the TM!! The nike+ says 5.1 and the Garmin says 5.17. So, for now, I'm sticking with the Garmin!

Running

2012-01-22T20:01:00.000-08:00

I clearly can't think of a pithy title for this post! To start, I'll tell you I woke up with my back feeling a lot better. It is not 100% yet, but it is better. It's funny, it didn't hurt at all, actually, until I had been up for an hour or so. Enough whining! Point is, it feels better!I did run today, and I'm so glad. I really thought it was going to rain. Because my weather people told me so! I hope you are sitting - they were wrong! It didn't rain at all. I ran 6.37 (slooooow) miles today. My longest run in quite some time. And it was good. I had a fun time listening to music.Tomorrow I'll do about 5 again. Actually, I suppose I should go to the gym some time. Maybe I'll do that.

Good Morning

2012-01-21T07:07:00.000-08:00

Had a problem with the Garmin for the first time today but I think it's because I somehow pushed the stop button accidentally. It only recorded 48 seconds. I hope that's what I did anyway. But the nike+ worked so I know I did 3.11 miles. We had a short night though because our smoke alarms started chirping at midnight. Has happened before for no reason but very, very annoying. Needless to say, we didn't have a fire. I'm calling the 800 number for advice. In the meantime, I've taken them all down.

Weird Day!

2012-01-19T19:45:00.000-08:00

We are supposed to have a storm brewing (there was an alert for "extreme southern CA" - that's me!) and it sure looked to be true this morning! I was running through clouds!I had a good run this am, although I really didn't sleep well last night. But I did it and I did it all. I woke up with this crick in my back and I figured the run would loosen up the muscle but nope. I still have it. It hurts!

Brrrrr.....

2012-01-19T06:26:00.000-08:00

-17 here this morning!!!

I got up and did the usual. Getting pretty boring. I was looking at new TM's and see that some of them come with wifi now so you can connect and watch running routes on the little screen. Not sure if that would make it less boring or not. They're expensive though. This one just keeps going and going so not ready for a new one yet.

Have a good day.

Brrr!

2012-01-18T19:25:00.000-08:00

Well, it was no -4, but it was 45 and that's pretty cold for a wake me up. I am going to get some running mittens (gloves, I suppose) this weekend.It will come as no surprise to you that I weighed MORE today. Enough said on that topic.I ran 5.46 miles today. I think it was good, but I was so cold I was not focused! Actually, I was pretty sure I was getting hypothermia! Nothing interesting happened on the run today other than the fact that I saw a cop paying someone a visit. In Kensington, if you can credit it!I did some abs stuff, too.That's all I've got. More tomorrow.

Back at it!

2012-01-17T20:02:00.000-08:00

Well, I did run more today. I ran 5.09 miles. I did the Kensington loop 3 times and then I ran a bit in my neighborhood to make it over 5 (I was at 4.64 when I got back to 36th). It was good. The nano was good. But, man, was it cold out there! I need some running gloves. 45 when I left this morning.So, I'll do that distance again tomorrow. I am not going to start getting up at 5. I just need to be more dedicated to getting out there on time!

It's over!

2012-01-16T18:14:00.001-08:00

What is over? The running 3 miles. I just am flabbergasted at my weight. It is really depressing. And, yeah, I could eat better/less. But I'm much rather run more. So I'm going to start upping my mileage again, starting tomorrow.I did run 3 miles today. It was cold, wet, and a little bit drizzly. But I did it!

Good Morning

2012-01-16T08:40:00.000-08:00

I did 4 on the TM again today plus my exercises. I plan to do 4 on Mondays and Saturdays when I'm off and 3 the other days for the next couple weeks. I do want to get one 10 miler in before coming to SD so am hoping for a decent day in Feb. and I'll run to the church one day.

I was right

2012-01-13T23:06:00.001-08:00

Yep, I'm sore! All over! I knew it last night.How's this for news:http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/9008953/New-pill-that-helps-you-to-stay-fit-without-exercise.htmlI had a good run this am. 3 miles, nothing special. And that's it.

Sore!

2012-01-12T21:25:00.000-08:00

I went to pilates tonight for the first time in....dang, a long time. And I've lost so much of my strength. It was good because it is motivating but it is also really depressing. I know you know what I mean.I also ran this am. Saw maybe 4 other runners out there!

I woke up!

2012-01-11T20:01:00.000-08:00

I did set my alarm last night and I did wake up this morning! I woke up at 4:21, thought, "Oh, normally I'd text Angie right now!" and then fell back asleep. And had crazy dreams!I had a good run this morning. Just 3 miles. I saw 4 other runners out there.Did I tell you that I have a fancy new scale? It is synced to my network and transmits data so I can see graphs and such. I think I will make a second profile because I read that we should weigh ourselves first thing in the am. I have to ease into that!

Yep, so....

2012-01-10T18:34:00.001-08:00

Here I am with nothing to report. Why? Because I totally overslept! I forgot to set my alarm last night. I was so surprised. I always set my alarm!Well, except for last night. Obviously....

Good Morning

2012-01-10T06:21:00.000-08:00

I got up and did it all again and it seemed to go fine. Those weights are a little easier this week! Can't believe the difference two pounds can make. Running late so off to work!

Breaking All the Rules!

2012-01-08T14:07:00.000-08:00

As long as I have been running I have had 3 cardinal rules. And today I broke them all. It was only 39 degrees (40 degree rule), it's a Sunday (day of rest rule), and it's afternoon (always in the morning rule)...all 3 of them were broken this afternoon when I laced up and ran the Fitnatics 5K route with a pace of 10.03 per mile. It was just beautiful out there so I had to do it! The new Garmin found a satellite and worked great! and I now know that when we run that route we have a change in elevation of 97 feet over the course of the route. Nike+ never told me that!

4 Pounds!

2012-01-06T21:41:00.001-08:00

MORE! I weighed 4 pounds more today than yesterday! Soooo irritating. Well, whew. OK. I did run today. 3 miles. They were slow. And then I did some ab stuff. But it is just all very disheartening! OH well.

Sore!

2012-01-05T20:06:00.000-08:00

Well, I'll state the obvious. I did not run hills today. January is a hard month, that's for sure. I woke up super early this morning so I could play texting with Angie. And then I headed to the gym. I ran a mile, did TSWTH, biked for 5 minutes, and then I did the new row machine for 5. I can tell, too! I also did some weight lifting and some ab stuff.So another day down.

Good Morning

2012-01-05T06:20:00.000-08:00

I did the usual and listened to Glee this morning and it went much better than yesterday trying to watch Earl!

Another half done day

2012-01-04T20:00:00.001-08:00

Again, I intended to run hills and, again, I did not make it. Today was more pathetic because I actually changed my clothes! I was like a girl waiting for her prom date to show.....Oh, well, I'll try again tomorrow.I did run this am. 3 miles. Really nice day again. Pretty lonely out there, though! I sure can tell I've not been running. I'm sore.I did some pushups and ab stuff this am, too.PS - I weigh A LOT.

Half Made It!

2012-01-03T20:16:00.001-08:00

Only half, because I wanted to run hills today and did not get out to do it. But I did run this morning, so I got half of my goal completed!Today was an amazingly beautiful day. It was 50 when I left here to run (and it was supposed to be 77 today!). I had a very good run. You inspired me and I did 4 miles. I added on that one mile Fenton loop. And my pace was 10:04, which made me happy.Then I did the 10 minutes abs pilates.I had a healthy eating day. Thank goodness. I've been eating terribly.

Good Morning

2012-01-03T06:19:00.000-08:00

Back to my workday run of 3 miles this morning plus all the usual exercises. Now off to work.

Something new to report

2012-01-02T08:34:00.000-08:00

I started the new year today by running 4 miles on the TM! I need to start gearing up for the half marathon is just 2 months!! So, on Mondays and Saturdays I need to up the mileage a little. I only have time for 3 miles on workdays because I won't get up before 6 am. Also did all the exercises. Weight is back up 2 lbs again so need to get rid of it. But that's due to the snacking on nuts, cookies, and all that other stuff around here. Most of it's gone now though so that should lessen the temptation. Taking the tree down today so I better get at it.

Howdy Stranger!

2011-12-31T13:51:00.001-08:00

Yep, it's me! And, yep, I've got something to report! First, I'm feeling a lot better. I started feeling better before bed last night and awoke with just a tiny noggin ache. I am blowing my nose constantly! So I'm on the upswing. Which I'm very pleased about. I did run today, too. Listened to my new Cities Sampler, which I adore. Best one in a while, I think! They are always good, but this one is exceptional. I just ran 3 miles. Pretty slow, lots of sweat. But it was good to be back out there. And I saw a lot of other runners too. New Years Resolutioners, I think. Yay them! I hope they stick with it!Now we're heading out to Alpine soon. Oh, I weighed myself today. Not as bad as anticipated! Whew! I sure have work to do, though.

The Thousand Mile Man

2011-12-30T06:26:00.000-08:00

Yup, I did it again. I wanted to stay in bed so badly this morning. I even crawled back in after going to the BR but only stayed about 2 minutes. I knew I probably wouldn't go back to sleep anyway so got up and did the usual. Felt good today, too. I am so anxious to try the Garmin outside though. Wish I could.

The main reason I wanted to run this morning is because I knew I would go over 1,000 miles since I started keeping track last November...and I did!!!! I can't even imagine all those miles but that's what my spreadsheet says. Hurray!

Good Morning

2011-12-29T06:20:00.000-08:00

It's lonely here! But I got up and did the usual anyway.

Did it Again

2011-12-27T06:22:00.000-08:00

Yes, I did although this morning I really wanted to sleep in. But Mom woke me up so I did the usual on the TM and the exercises. I can already feel those heavier weights in my arms. Feels good! Today the Nike+ said 3.02 miles and the Garmin said 3.15 miles so a little bigger spread today. Interesting.

Good Morning!

2011-12-26T08:05:00.000-08:00

I did my usual this morning and used both the nike+ and the Garmin and both seemed to work fine. The nike+ said 3.02 miles and the Garmin said 3.1 so there is a difference there of 8/hundreths of a mile over 3 miles. Pretty close. The new 10 lb hand weights nearly did me in though! But I'll get use to them. Amazing the difference in 2 little pounds. I've been using 8 pounders for several months. Thanks for the new ones!

I did something!

2011-12-23T22:32:00.001-08:00

I've been pretty stressed about my non running, so I'm glad I have a report to make. I ran three miles at a .4 incline today. I love your picture and medal museum. So motivating! I did some ab stuff too.

Good Morning

2011-12-23T06:08:00.001-08:00

Wow! What a gorgeous sunrise this morning!! You'll have to take my word for it. Yes, I was up and did my usual run and exercises. Now, off to work.

Welcome to Wisconsin!

2011-12-22T06:38:00.000-08:00

While visions of sugar plums were dancing in your head this morning I was up and running 3 miles on the TM and doing all my exercises! Welcome home!

We've Been Lax!

2011-12-20T06:08:00.001-08:00

My goodness but we've been lazy lately! But not today. I was up and at it at 6 am. Did my usual on the TM and my exercises. Been eating too many Christmas cookies!! Oh, well, 'tis the season. See you tomorrow!

Gym Day

2011-12-15T20:59:00.001-08:00

I had a good day at the gym today. I ran about 1.5 miles and then did TSWTH for ten minutes. Then I did some various weight lifting things. I did my pecs and I sure can feel it! Lots of abs stuff, too.It will be interesting to see how morning at the gym changes when the new year rolls around!

As usual.....

2011-12-14T19:17:00.000-08:00

COLD!! Actually, it was nice. Maybe 40, but it just seems so cold!I'm tired - went to bed at 11 and got up at 4. Lame. I ran 3 miles. They were good miles! I think 10:07/mile. And it was pretty fun. Then I did some ab things. Now I'm home making dinner. Weeeeeeee!

Long day, short run

2011-12-13T20:40:00.000-08:00

This is short and sweet because I just got home and I'm hungry! Long day at work. But the good news is that I have made some delicious, healthy, and warm-up-able food for the week. Because I figured it would be madness.I did run today, in between rain. It wasn't as wet as yesterday and there was a break in the rain so I took the chance that it would last 30 minutes. And it did! So I had a good 3 mile run - ten minutes/mile. The shorter run gave me more time in the AM so I did two parts of the 10 minutes pilates video. Hips/legs and abs. That was good, but I'm not in pain. Which, I guess, is good!

Good Morning

2011-12-12T07:17:00.000-08:00

Another week begins and I started it by sleeping until 7:00, then running 3 miles on the TM and doing the full complement of push ups and sit ups. Now we are headed to Sam's and Cub to shop! The good times just keep on coming! Have a good day!

Sleeping In

2011-12-09T21:58:00.001-08:00

I say sleeping in, although I actually totally overslept! I didn't set my alarm last night. I forgot my iPod in the living room and was too tired to get it and pop it into my alarm. Anyway, I went to bed early and figured it would be no problem, I'd wake up by 6 am, no problem. Well! Not quite! I woke up at 6:30!But I still went for a run, just later than usual. 3 miles, little slower than yesterday but still good. And it was still cold when I left. What a chilly snap!More tomorrow!

Taking it down a notch

2011-12-08T21:05:00.001-08:00

Today was the first day I ran 3 miles on purpose and without the idea that I'd run more tomorrow. I've really think that running so much maybe isn't all that great for me. I certainly isn't helping with weight! But I'm also so tired all the time and, frankly, running has become more of a job lately. And I really do like it, so I don't want to make it a burden. So 3 miles it is, at least for now. And maybe I'll slip in one long run per weekend.And my pace was good today. Ten minute miles across the three miles. Best in quite some time. I suppose the longer I run, the more I slow down.Then I went to pilates tonight. I was glad I committed, or I would not have gone. It's cold and I'm tired! But I went and it was good. I'm positive I'll feel it tomorrow!

Brrrrrr!

2011-12-06T19:26:00.001-08:00

It was 37 when I was going to run today! Ridiculous! What is this, Wisconsin??? So I made an executive decision and went to the gym. I ran 1.5 miles and then did TSWTH for 15 minutes. Did the dips and pullups again. Did some squats today. Super fun!

Thouroughly UNenjoyable!

2011-12-05T17:44:00.001-08:00

Brrrr! Baby, it's cold outside! It was 46 when I left this morning and it took everything I had to go one step, let alone 4 miles. But 4 miles I did. Guess what people were doing in San Diego today? Warming up their cars! So funny to see cars running here. I thought you would appreciate that!I'm considering going back to 3 mile runs for a couple of weeks. I'm really unhappy with my pace, but I am not getting any better and it might be that I just can't work on pace when I'm doing almost 7 miles. We'll see.Might be a gym day tomorrow, depending on the temperature.I did a good job with snacking during my roadtrip to LA today. I mapped out the location of a Jamba Juice and stopped there for a beverage before I made the return trip. Snacking is killing me!I have decided I'm not making Christmas cookies this year. I would eat every single one! How are you doing with all the cookies around?

Another Week Begins!

2011-12-05T08:00:00.001-08:00

And I started it off by doing my 3 miles on the TM and the full complement of situps and pushups. Feeling fine this morning so the cold I had was pretty minor. Glad for that.

Julie v. Thursday: Julie Wins

2011-12-01T21:36:00.001-08:00

Another day successfully completed! I apparently took myself all kinds of serious about sleeping in. I didn't wake up until my alarm went off and, even then, I considered snoozing! And that's after going to bed at 9. But then I realized that I would really miss my window for the gym so I got up.And I went to the gym. I did something different for my weights today. There is an "assisted dip (like I need help!) and chin-up" machine. The weight helps me be able to actually complete one! So I did those and I can really feel it in my arms.Then I went to the group pilates class tonight (as you know) and it was very fun. Allison was the teach tonight and I have not seen her in months! Now I am going to watch at least one of those X-Files episodes and tomorrow I will sleep in! I think that changing my schedule will help me. I've been really tired. Because I go to bed at 10 or 11 (usually - sometimes I have a breakdown and go at 9!) and then get up at 5. I think I just need to catch up. And I have read before that enough sleep helps with weight. Maybe that's my magic for 125 pounds!OK, dinner and x-files time!

Tired!

2011-11-30T19:22:00.001-08:00

I plum tuckered myself out today! Actually, I am tired all the time. I would blame getting old but, heck, I'm not old!! I am work stressed, though, and I think that's my problem. Anyway, I have been meaning to tell you that I'm trying a new morning thing. I am actually going to start letting myself sleep till 6 am. I've really been struggling with the 5 am thing and now it is dark and cold. So I'm letting myself sleep a bit more and just drinking less coffee (I know! Who am I??), and still getting out the door between 6:30 and 6:45. So I'll give it a try.This morning I had a really good run. Frustrating because I thought my time would be better but, nope, it wasn't. I was surprised! But if I'm feeling stronger, that's a good thing.I ran hills at lunch! I'm so glad I got out. That really is not part of my routine anymore and I really miss it. Anyway, I ran hills while listening to Christmas music! It was fun.Tomorrow I'll probably go to the gym because we are going to be having "unsettling" weather (that was our actual alert from Weather.com!). It is supposed to be VERY windy.Oh, PS, I guess I did not eat too much dinner last night! Will I ever weigh 125? I'm starting to have serious doubts!

Wednesday

2011-11-30T06:13:00.001-08:00

I reset the iPod last night and it recognized and activated the nike+ sensor right away. And it worked fine this morning just like it's supposed to. So, I don't know. I did my usual on the TM. Plus the exercises. And I walked for a mile after lunch yesterday at the church and plan to do that every day this week. My weight was up a pound yesterday and is down the same pound today.

Runnin

2011-11-29T18:44:00.001-08:00

Yep. Again. More of the same! I'm ready to get company so I can have a running partner. Hint! Hint!It was much less dry today. Still dry, but a lot more comfortable. Made the run more enjoyable. I did the usual Kensington route today. Nobody was out and about! No abs or anything after. I had a really great dinner tonight of this pork roast I got at the farmer's market. Curtis said it had been eating acorns. And it was great. I roasted it really low in the oven (325). I don't think I ate too much - we'll see what my dratted scale tells me tomorrow!

Surprise, Surprise

2011-11-29T06:12:00.001-08:00

That damn nike+ wouldn't activate again this morning!! It's been working fine now for a couple of months and, all of a sudden, no go today. So I ran anyway and did about 3 miles according to the time and my usual speed. Also did my exercises.

Dry!

2011-11-28T22:43:00.001-08:00

I tell you, this weather is weird! It is uncomfortably dry. I ran today and it just felt...icky! I don't know if that makes any sense. Anyway, I did run today. The usual Kensington loopS. And then I did some ab stuff when I got back.I was going to run hills but decided against it. Too dry!

A New Week

2011-11-28T07:38:00.001-08:00

And now I'm paying for my sin of gluttony over the holiday weekend! Not disastrous but I sure didn't lose anything and am back up the 2 lbs I had lost the week before we went. So...

I did my usual 3 miles on the TM this morning. It felt a little loose when I started out but then seemed fine after that so I wonder if it's thinking about finally giving up the ghost. I have been saving money for a new one for months and almost have enough if it dies. But it was fine once I got it going. Also did the full set of exercises and felt really good when I was done.

Have a good day out there! Stay cool! +24 here this morning.

That smarts!

2011-11-25T22:25:00.001-08:00

Today was clamming day and holy sweet goodness, am I sore. I can't believe it. Although I should believe it because it was hard work. We went over to Coronado and had to get way in the water. Like up to my thighs into the water. My armpits were in the water sometimes! If I don't get sick from this outing, science better study me! You know how cold our ocean is. We were in the water for 2 hours today! There were five of us and we had a limit of 10 clams/person. We ended up with 39. Now, I'm not a quitter. But there came a time when I was just done. I caught 8 though! Not going to lie, I was darn proud of myself! Anyway, that counts as 50 miles in my book! OK, maybe 30......I did run this morning. Despite the cold! I did 6.45 miles. Was considering 7 but I was ready to be finished by the time I got back to my neck of the woods.Now, will I be able to run tomorrow? Who knows!

Outdoors Run!

2011-11-25T08:23:00.001-08:00

Paul and I ran outside this morning. Temp was 49 but there was a strong (and cold) wind so when we were running into the wind it was cold but otherwise very nice. First time I've run outside in a couple of months. we did 3 miles around the neighborhood. All concrete streets and sidewalks here and I don't really like running on cement but I guess occasionally it's ok. Didn't seem to be a problem today anyway.

Thanksgiving Day

2011-11-24T08:32:00.001-08:00

I did a 3 mile run on the Waelchli's TM here this morning. Very nice NordicTrack. Plus all my exercises so now I say, Bring on the food! Happy Thanksgiving!

Running!

2011-11-23T16:48:00.001-08:00

Today I decided not to wait on my plumber and went for my run. It was really great. Slow, but great to be out. Really quiet day out there, though. But it was nice, clear, not very cold. Perfect weather.And then my plumber guy came and he will come back Saturday to fix the flow. And he will fix the hole in my sheet rock, too!Let's get ready to EAT!

Wednesday

2011-11-23T06:58:00.001-08:00

Good morning. I'm up and at it and did 3 on the TM again today. Week is going well so far. Hope I keep it up in Iowa! Weight is steady. That probably won't stay the same! Too many temptations on the horizon. Have a good day!

Did your plumber come?

Good Morning

2011-11-22T06:08:00.001-08:00

Another 3 miles on the TM this morning and it felt fine. Also the exercises. A mystery tough. Weight is down a pound from yesterday for no reason at all. I even had some desert last night after supper! Must be all those scary X Files shows I'm watching!

It's a New Week

2011-11-21T07:23:00.001-08:00

And, so far so good. I ran a little over 3 miles on the TM this morning and it felt good. Still doing the 5.7 pave and then kicking it up to 6.0 for the last 400 meters. also did the full sets of pushups and situps which I've also been neglecting. So, I'm back in gear and back on track and hope to stay that way even though I'll be on vacation later in the week. Glad the Waelchli's have a TM, too.

Shortness

2011-11-18T19:08:00.001-08:00

My run that is. Not me. I have just been living a life of panic lately and I hate it! Partially it is because I'm not sleeping well (enough). So stuff that usually slides off me is not.Anyway, I woke up thinking of work and packing! So I just did a 3 mile run this morning. I'm glad I did, though, because I really felt better.And now I leave! No running will happen while I'm gone. Oh well!

Good Morning

2011-11-18T06:08:00.001-08:00

I did a full 3 mile run on the TM this morning and it was just fine. No problems in the knee at all. The biggest problem was that I just haven't done it for a week! Felt good to be back at it. I think. Anxious now to see how the rest of the day goes. But I think that cortisone has taken care of it for now.

Long Day!

2011-11-17T21:24:00.001-08:00

I ended up going to bed at midnight last night and figured I would sleep in. But I woke up before 5! Which was fine because I had some errand things to do. I was tired, so I took an am exercise break. And then you know about my car drama!But I did go to old school pilates tonight! And I'm sore. Like usual! It was good and fun and I was happy to be back. I missed Shauna. I will keep doing the group classes, for sure. But I'm home late and I'm tired. So now I'm going to eat and go to bed!XO!

Knee Update

2011-11-17T05:45:00.001-08:00

I had a cortisone shot in the right knee yesterday morning. I have very early stages of arthritis in both knees according to the Doc. The shot in the left knee last spring worked wonders so I'm hoping the same for the right knee now. It feels ok this morning but I didn't walk or run on it this morning either. I might try a one mile walk after lunch today and see how it goes. If that goes well I will get back on the TM tomorrow morning.

Later....I did walk a fast mile around the church after lunch today and all went just fine. No problems or issues at all with the right knee. So, maybe it's cured! That cortisone is wonderful stuff. I will try the TM tomorrow morning and see how it goes.

Home!

2011-11-16T22:30:00.001-08:00

Well, I'm home after a long day of shenanigans and adventures!Believe it or not (OK, I know you probably believe it!), I went to bed around 8:30 last night and was sleeping by 9. I was so tired. And I slept till 5:30. Well, I slept till 5. I pushed snooze till 5:30. When I ran this am, I thought I would just do 3 miles. Because I was sore. But then I got out there and it was sooo beautiful and enjoyable, I did the usual.And I ran hills at lunch. Great to get out. If I am doing the SF marathon, I better get some hill work going!Tonight I had dinner with my pal Ellen. It was fun! Now I just got home and need to hit the hay!

OY!

2011-11-15T18:49:00.001-08:00

Today I finally remembered to bring all my hill running components (turns out, shoes matter!) but I was so broken I didn't actually even contemplate doing it. That's OK. I'm not disturbed. It was the right choice.But, wow, I'm hurting from that class last night. She said it would be harder than the other one and she was not joking!I did go to the gym this morning and took it sort of easy. I biked for 15 and then did TSWTH for 15. Then I saw they were having a Killer Kore Klass(kute, huh? man, I hate that!), so I joined in. It was only 25 minutes. Just mat work. Pretty good.Now I'm home, sitting on my couch. Ready for bed!

That's gonna smart!

2011-11-14T20:51:00.001-08:00

I went to another pilates class tonight and, wow, was it hard. Wait? Didn't I say that on Saturday? Well, I mean this one was HARDER! For real, they do tough classes. They have it set up so it is a full body workout. Class is 40 minutes, it is very fast paced.I ran this morning, too. It sure was hard to go outside because it was a little chilly (for me!). But I warmed right up and it was enjoyable. Did 6.48 today. About 10:23 pace, I think, so that's OK I guess. It's something anyway!

Another Day Off

2011-11-14T07:02:00.001-08:00

I was really tempted this morning to get on the TM but decided against it. Knee is feeling ok this morning but going to give it another day of rest. Will walk on the TM tomorrow morning and see how that goes.

Pilates

2011-11-13T01:35:00.001-08:00

A couple of weeks ago, I bought a groupon for a new pilates place. It was for 5 sessions. And I went to my first session today. And it broke me. Broke. As you know, Shauna has me do some very hard things, but this was hard and fast paced.We used the reformer machine. Oh, it was a group class. It looks like they have 8 pieces of equipment. Or 10 maybe. But it wasn't full. More than half, though. Anyway, it was like circuit training. Just very fast paced. And I was sweating like crazy. And I had to take breaks! Very challenging and I look forward to going again!

It works!

2011-11-12T00:09:00.001-08:00

My foot pod! It actually works! I got an email from the Garmin support peeps this am and they told me to update my software and pull the battery out for a few minutes. Did this and successfully linked to my watch. Pretty exciting. So I know for a fact that I ran 2+ miles today. I went to the gym this morning and ran for 20 minutes and then did TSWTH for 10 minutes. Then I did the usual weights. And it was really hard! For some reason, my muscles were very tired. I had a difficult time finishing my sets.Dinner out tonight, but it was somewhat healthy. We had hot pot with lots of vegetables!

My Knee

2011-11-11T05:57:00.001-08:00

For the first time my knee really bothered me while on the TM this morning and for the first time in a very long time I quit before reaching my goal. Quit at 2 miles. I'm anxious now to see how it feels later in the day. I did make an appointment for next Wednesday morning with the PA who helped me last spring. I thought that was my right knee, too, but the appointment woman said it was for my left knee. I really thought it was the right one. Hmmm...... Anyway, I'm going to rest tomorrow and Sunday for sure and see how it feels Monday morning. Might have to just lay off until I see the PA. Her name is Abby and she's a PA for an orthopedic doctor. She's a runner, too, so knows how it is. She ran Grandma's this year, too.

Runnin

2011-11-10T19:50:00.001-08:00

OK, OK. I don't think I invented "runnin"!But I did run today! I was pretty cold when I got started (don't ask - I'm a wuss!), but it was fine once I got warmed up. Really nice actually. But the smell! Oh, man, I almost quit at what would have been a 5K. Stupid skunks! It smelled so bad and so strongly. I just decided, "What the heck, I'll try one more." and the aroma had dissipated. So I am glad I did give it another try. Then I did 10 minutes of one of my pilates videos. Abs. Gotta get back at it. No snacking today, but I am having takeout. But it is veggies and tofu!

Gymmin It

2011-11-09T20:39:00.001-08:00

I just made that word up. Impressive, yeah?Well, today I could not sleep in because I did have to work. But such is life! I did get up and go to the gym. I just did 10 on the bike and 10 on TSWTH. And then I did the usual weight lifting. It was really really busy at the gym this morning! Nothing compared to how it gets in the afternoon, but still pretty packed. Maybe people are using the time change to their advantage.XO!!

Day Off Fun!

2011-11-08T19:48:00.001-08:00

Well, I have really been off track recently. Not sure why. Maybe feeling a little down. For sure feeling a lot work stressed. Anyway, I took today off. And I first woke up at 5:30 and was for real awake. Wide awake. And thinking of work emails I could "just send quick". So I made myself stay in bed and I slept till about 7:30 or 8! Good start! And I didn't send a single one of those "really quick" emails! And I did run today. Had a really relaxing morning, actually. But did run my normal 6.45 mile route.Then I cleaned up and did laundry. And then I ran errands. Got a fun little gift and card for Amy and went to Costco to get napkins, TP, kleenex, and such. Bring on the end of the world! I'm well stocked with paper products!And now I'm going to bed!PS - I had no pudding today even though I really, really wanted some.

Good Morning

2011-11-08T06:05:00.000-08:00

I'm back at it this morning. 3 miles on the TM plus the full complement of exercises. All went well and felt good. I'm also going to start walking after lunch again today. I did that all last spring but have let it go over the summer. Just a one mile walk around the church but better than just sitting all day. Have a good one!

Back in the groove!

2011-11-04T20:13:00.000-07:00

Well, I'm really feeling like I'm back on track here. I really had a tough start to the week though!Today I went to the gym. It was planned because I knew it was going to rain. I didn't know it was going to be 17 degrees, though! My foot pod did not connect AGAIN. I need to email them because I made a 30 day goal of 250 miles, so every mile counts! Today I ran a mile (I was too irritated to go further!), then I did TSWTH for 10 minutes, then I did a bike for 10 minutes. And then I did weights. And that's it!Rained all day today and it is still raining now! Fun!

Ouch!

2011-11-03T19:27:00.000-07:00

I'm sore! I sure can tell I took a few days off. So not fair! It goes away so quickly.I had a really great run today. And I'm glad I went today because it is supposed to rain all day tomorrow. Which I'm totally excited about! So I'll plan on the gym tomorrow.What a beautiful morning. It was 55 by the time I left and still pretty dark out. Which meant I got to see the sunrise! It was a really great way to start the day.You know that old, white haired runner guy? I totally smiled at him while looking him in the eye! HA! It was just an accident. He accidentally looked at me but, accident or no, that was not an opportunity I was going to miss!I had a solid day of healthy eating here too. All in all, a good day.

Good Morning

2011-11-03T06:22:00.001-07:00

Another day, another dollar. No, I mean, another run on the TM. Did my usual 3 miles plus the exercises. I've kept the speed at 5.7 the whole way and then jacked it up to 6.0 for the last 400 meters. Going fine. Think I'll do another week of that before jacking it up again.

A year ago today you and I were running together!

Yay me!

2011-11-02T22:10:00.000-07:00

Guess who didn't oversleep!?! ME! Yay me! I actually got up before my alarm - by a lot. I was awake at 4:30 but didn't get up until maybe 4:50. Can you guess that I went to bed early last night?Today I went to the gym. And I ran 2 miles on the treadmill and did TSWTH for 10 minutes. I need to write Garmin because I can't get my foot pod to link up to my watch. I only ran .04 miles as far as the garmin is concerned!I then did the usual weightlifting. I like doing that but I'm ready to switch it up.I also ran hills at lunch. Who am I?Tonight Jessica had me over for dinner. We had meatloaf, fresh bread, taters, carrots (roasted in the oven with garlic - super good!), and Halloween candy! I just had one piece. So that was good. Because I can eat 10 million!XO!

Good Morning

2011-11-02T06:10:00.000-07:00

Up and at it again. The usual on the TM and the exercises. Nike+ worked fine this morning and was able to send the run off to the website.

Good Morning

2011-11-01T06:15:00.000-07:00

Another day, another run. Is that the way that goes? Anyway, I did the TM, of course, and my exercises. So the day is off to a good start. The right side of my headphones has died however. So I'll have to order another pair today.

Monday Morning

2011-10-31T08:39:00.001-07:00

I slept in until 8:00 this morning! Wow. I must have been tired. I was awake at 6:00 (my usual wake up time) but no alarm so just rolled over. When I finally got up, I did 3 miles on the TM at 5.7 mph and jacked it up to 6 at the end. Going to do that this week and see how it goes. I need to up my endurance some. Still wishing I had a run on the calendar though for incentive. Yeah, Turkey Day Dart! Good name.

Little bit o' running

2011-10-29T19:30:00.000-07:00

I didn't go as far as I wanted today, only 4 miles. I have a hard time on the weekend, it seems. Because I can be lazy about sleeping in and then I get more comfortable with my sitting around drinking coffee. By they time I hit the road, I'm hungry!But I went the usual route and it was pretty fun. Everyone is really getting ready for Halloween now and people were busy with the finishing touches. I think I'll head over there Monday night and check it out in the dark. That will be fun!Hope you had a great day and a good trip to Duluth.

Mucho Reporting!

2011-10-28T19:48:00.000-07:00

I did a lot today! Well, I feel like I did a lot today.I went to they gym this morning and did my usual weights there. I also ran for 20 minutes on the treadmill and I did TSWTH for 10. I want to get to work on my pace again, and the treadmill helps. Then I ran hills today at lunch. Yep, getting back on track. That's twice in one week! w00t!I know I sent this to you but, for posterity sake, here is my October 2012 run:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zbZabcxFPU&feature=youtu.be

Good Morning

2011-10-28T06:06:00.000-07:00

Back on the TM this morning and did my exercises, too. All went well. It's going to be a long winter though.

Slow but good

2011-10-26T18:51:00.000-07:00

My feet hurt like crazy today!!! Why? Because I wore heels yesterday. OUCH. I am so not used to wearing them anymore and boy did they cause problems. But I ran through it and I'm happy to say that I feel just fine tonight. I had a good run, but I'm really slowing down. I need some company to get my pace on track again! It was a beautiful day to be out and about. Cool. And it's fun because everyone has their Halloween gear out. It's so spooky! I was going to run hills at lunch, but I forgot my shoes! So sad!You know, maybe I need a goal to get on track for the rest of the year. Let's think of one!

Whew, tired!

2011-10-25T18:24:00.000-07:00

Initially I had this post named "Whew, tire!" Whoops!Long day today, although I only worked till 6. I had to go to a work happy hour because there is a big conference here in town. So I did. But visiting with a bunch of people I don't know is hard!So, quick post!I did the gym this am. Bike and STH. Short stints on both, though, because I was running behind. And then I did my (now) usual compendium of weights.

Good Day

2011-10-24T20:11:00.000-07:00

Hi! I had a pretty good day of exercise and eating today. I ran this morning - 6.38 miles. Not awesome time, but that's OK. It was quiet out there on the road today. I miss this one guy I used to see every day. I wonder where he went.I listened to Downhere today. It's been a looong time. I love them.Then, get ready.......I ran hills at lunch! Shocking, I know! But I just have to make myself a priority and get the heck out of the office. Tomorrow is a gym day!

Good Morning

2011-10-24T07:40:00.001-07:00

I slept until 7:30 this morning!! But then I did get on the TM for 3 miles and do the push ups and sit ups. All went well and felt good. I miss being able to go outside though. It's going to be a long winter.

Good Morning

2011-10-21T06:21:00.000-07:00

Another day dawns here, too. It was only +27 this morning so I think maybe the flowers are gone. We'll see what they look like later in the day. But, yes, bbq season is pretty much over I'm afraid. Sounds like you are having the perfect SD weather now.

I did 3 miles on the TM again and the push ups and sit ups. Sure didn't feel like it this morning. Woke up with a headache but decided to start and see how it went. Got it done and like always I'm glad I did.

Another day down

2011-10-20T20:47:00.001-07:00

This has been one tough week at work. Today I realized it felt so epically long because I worked all day on Saturday! Today was a running day - a slooooow running day. I broke no records, but I did it.I'm going to have to go to the doctor because my ankle and foot are hurting so much. Just aching. So I'll go have an xray done and see what up. I'll make the appointment tomorrow.And that's it. Probably will go to the gym and lift weights tomorrow.