Getting Better at the Gym

Today I ran 2.4ish miles (I forget!) at the gym before I went into walk mode. So that's good. From a stamina perspective, I did a way better job. But, also, from a mental perspective. I was happy that I was able to get that far before I thought "Over it!!" Then I did some weights. There was a lot of interesting activity at the gym today. Two giant semi-trucks, one specifically from Lifetime Fitness (the equipment). And I saw some old dilapidated equipment from the gym sitting out in the parking lot. Must be continuing their face lift/upgrades. It's looking pretty nice! I had a big exercise day on Sunday. First I ran 3 miles. Then I decided to go on a "little" hike, which ended up being like 8 miles!!! Naturally my fitbit battery died on this hike! Do those steps even count in that case??? I kid! Anyway, I took yesterday off because I was seriously broken. Now I'm getting myself ready to go to a yoga class. It's a rest and relaxation class. I went last week and it was exceedingly delightful. I'm looking forward to it tonight. Hope you're getting re-settled into the farm house!

Updates

Well, I am certainly glad to hear about the nasal spray!  Hope it continues to help and work.  Yes, you have been and still are hot, hot, hot out there!  I look at your forecast every morning just to see.  Can't run outside in that for sure.  Are you still going to European Fitness or did you join another gym?  Seems like you were thinking about that.

My ankle is still bothering me a little like if I press on it in a certain place.  But I am walking fine now so got on the TM here this morning and actually ran a whole mile!  Not so far but farther than I have run in 2 weeks so feeling pretty good about that.  Got to start somewhere.

Yes, we have considered asylum in Canada!

Another No Sneeze Run!

Another run with no sneezing. Maybe this moisturizing nose spray is what I needed. Course, next winter-spring will be the true test, I supposed. Since that's when it started and was at its worst. But I'm really pleased. Also ran yesterday. I had a busy day that included a dental appointment so I ran in the morning because I knew I wouldn't want do so in the afternoon. And I was right! It's also been very hot here in the afternoon/evening, so it's gym running for sure if I can't get it done in the morning.

Another Gym Day

Running on the treadmill is HARD! Today I ran for 1.5ish miles and then walked some. And then I did some weight lifting. But, wow, I can tell I'm off my running game when it comes to that treadmill. Challenging, for sure. I will have to use the treadmill again tomorrow, so maybe I'll have a bit more endurance. I suppose I should slow down the pace so I can do more distance. But, no, I will just torment myself! I may have gotten to the bottom of this sneezing BS. Maybe. It started up again as soon as I ran in Reno. First run back. And I thought.....maybe it is the dryness. And, trust me, I have like a billion nasal sprays here at this point and many of them claim to be moisturizing, but they haven't helped at all. I bought what I thought might be a more moisturizing solution for my neti pot and it actually came with a sample of the company's nasal spray. And, wouldn't you know, my nasal passages felt better than they had in months. After the first use. And I haven't had a post-run sneezing attack since I started using that. I have ordered some from Amazon and sure hope it continues to help. If it does, what a huge relief! I'll let you know. Welcome home! Sure have been thinking of you and your ankle. I hope you continue to be on the upswing.

I went to the gym!

I waited too late to run outside (way too hot!), so I went to the gym.  I ran on the treadmill for maybe 1.3 miles and then walked 2-2.5 miles.  Then I lifted some weights!  Yes!  You read that right!  It's been so long, I suspect I'll be exceedingly sorry tomorrow!

Injury Report

So i have run a few mornings while on the farm but mostly I've been too tired from my painting job every day.  But i ran yesterday and again this morning. Almost back to the house this morning and i twisted my right ankle good on a nice round rock. I am watching every step so this doesn't happen but it did anyway.   Sitting here with ice pack on it now.   Hurts.  So will have to see how it feels tomorrow.