Short Run

I did run today, but it was under 5 miles. It was in the afternoon and it's just so hot and humid right now. It's trying really hard to rain, which is why it's so humid I imagine. It will rain tonight. So they say. It was supposed to rain Monday, then Tuesday, then.....well, you get the picture! More tomorrow. It's supposed to rain (!) so probably gym times.

10 Miler

I did a 10 miler this morning but my feet are still bothering me.  Ran in my old shoes today.  I'm going to a running store in St. Paul tomorrow or Wednesday and see what they can tell me.  If my feet felt ok I could run a lot farther I think.  Legs and lungs feel good and strong.  So, it's just the feet.

The bib number mystery for Grandma's Marathon is resolved!  Men's numbers start at 100 and women's numbers start at 6100 so we both have very low numbers.  They are assigned according to registration order.

Healthy Heart 5K

Mike, Angie and I ran the Healthy Heart 5K in Osceola this morning.  Only 37 degrees and a slight wind so it was plenty cool.  But we got it done.  My time was 29.54 so not a PR but ok with me.  Mike was a little over 31 and Angie was about 34 I think.  So we all did pretty well.  I think they had about 200 people running and/or walking so a good turn out.  I'm planning a 10 miler for Monday.

Running

I feel so behind in my distance skills right now. I tried to run 12 miles today but I only ran 11.23. I just could do more because I felt sick. So I really need to focus and buckle down. I'm pretty sore because I've been so behind. But I am going to run tomorrow and then gym Saturday and then long run Sunday.

Gym Day

Today was a gym day and I did the usual things. I ran 5 minutes, I ran at a 15% incline for 5 minutes. Still hard. I did TSWTH for 10 minutes. Then I did weights. I am pretty tired, though. I didn't sleep well last night and I'm starting to think that all of these late nights for work are screwing with my sleep patterns. I went to bed at 10 and just laid there till 1. Another long day today but I've decided I'm going into work late. I'll sleep in a bit and still run and just work from home. And go in when I go it.

I did something!

Although it's not that impressive because today was quieter. So it's not like I just said, "Dang it, I'm doing it!" Although in a way I did. This entire thing is emotionally exhausting me. So there is that, plus I'm getting home late, going to bed late. Drinking too much coffee. So I'm already tired when I wake up! Today I turned off my alarm and slept till 6. The I did as I planned. I worked in the morning from home and went for a run at 9 am. Then I went into the office. And I did run 10 miles today! So I was pretty happy about that after all this downtime. I would have gone more but it was too hot. The heat was starting to get to me. But 10 is great. I'm already getting ready for the gym tomorrow. It's time to get back on schedule. One good thing through all of this is that I have continued eating healthfully. I have very often thought, "I really really want a cupcake." but I have not done that.

It's snowing!

Yes, it was!!  We have a good inch on everything and it's as white as it can be out there!  Unreal.  Although, a year ago today Angie, Megan, Josh and I ran the Healthy Heart 5K (which is coming up again this Saturday) in Osceola and we had some snow that morning, too.  Not like this though.  So it was inside on the TM this morning for a 4 miler.

I wore those short blue socks again and my feet were getting hot by the time I was done.  So, time to try some different socks.  Then I will start thinking it's these new shoes.  I wonder if there's a running store in the Twin Cities where I can go and be evaluated like I did that time in SD at RRS.  I'm going to find out.  Maybe my feet have changed and I need a different kind or style of shoe.  I don't know.  I just know I'll never run 26 miles if my feet feel like they did on Saturday.

14 miles

But it was hard today.  Seemed much harder than the 12 miles last Saturday.  Gorgeous morning and perfect running weather so that was great.  But my feet were really bothering me today.  I wore a pair of those short blue socks I bought at RRS a couple years ago and I've worn them many times but never for this long a run and I wonder if they were the problem.  My feet just felt hot and cramped so I ended up walking more than I have ever walked in a half marathon except for that one in Red Wing when it was 500 degrees.  But I did 14.1 miles.  Pace was terrible so we won't talk about that!

More of the same

Yes, same old, same old from here.  Tomorrow is a day off because Saturday I go outside and run 14 no matter what the weather.  Although it's supposed to be pretty nice by Saturday morning and I won't be going out until 8:30 or so.

Gym!

I had a really good day at the gym but, I tell you, this running at 15%? Or jogging I should probably say. It's HARD. Really challenging. So I ran for 5 minutes at a 1% incline (.5 mile) and then I bumped the incline to 15% and dropped the pace to 3.8. Then 3.6. Then 3.4.....but it was hard! Then I did TSWTH for 10 minutes. Then all kinds of weights. I did this ab thing where I took one of those bouncy balls (like you have) and passed it from my hands to my feet. Really difficult! I sure can feel it today! Not sure what tomorrow will bring. I was supposed to run but Mother Nature is supposed to rain! So we shall see.

Good report!

I ran 10 miles this morning! Such a relief, actually. I was worried I would get to 7 or 8 and have to stop. But, nope, I did it and it was good. Slow though. But that's the way it is now. I also ran hills at lunch. I've been not doing that so I need to get on track with that again. Gym tomorrow! And, as you know, I'm all registered for the Nike Women's Marathon!

12 mile run!

I ran 12.06 this morning!!  Ran around both 6 mile blocks.  It was 47 when I left but a pretty strong wind from the south so about 3 miles of the run was very challenging into that wind.  Otherwise, piece of cake!  Well, not exactly but I did it.  Pace overall was 11.11 so pretty slow BUT I didn't have to walk any until 10.1 miles!!  A new record for me.  It must be that Grandma's t shirt!  I wore a short sleeve tech shirt under that and long pants but no sweatshirt today.  I'm feeling good about this.  Wasn't at all sure I could do it.  But I did!

Back to the gym

I went to the gym today for a few reasons. It's been a long time since I've been, I'm doing a long run tomorrow and so I wanted to save my running skills, and I ended up working at 6 until 8 am. So I was late and the gym worked better. Anyway! I ran for 5 minutes then put the treadmill at 15% incline and "ran" that for 5 minutes. So hard! Did 4.0 today. Then I did TSWTH for 10 minutes. Lifting weights was really challenging today. But I'll get it back!

Back on track

You know, when I take time off of running because of work, I really feel at loose ends. So now I've had runs the last two days and it makes me happy. And my run today was a lot better than yesterday. Not faster, but I felt lest stiff and slow. Yesterday I could tell it had been a few days, know what I mean? Little bit cooler today but still beautiful. Gym tomorrow! Oh, by the way, I lost my run from yesterday! I must have accidentally selected to not save it. Whoops!

I did something!

My alarm went off this morning and my first instinct was to turn the darn thing off and go back to sleep! But I promptly remembered that I have not been running or gymming so I got up. And I ran 7 miles this morning! It was a totally beautiful morning. Not cold not hot. I saw a couple of other runners out there, too. Even crabby guy! I was going to go to the gym at lunch but I totally forgot my gym bag! But I don't want to get out of the gym habit. I'm seeing results from going and lifting weights!

Outside Today

It was only 38 but no wind.  Just as calm as it could be so I put on my hoodie and headed out.  Ran around the 4 mile block.  Didn't really get warm until almost mile 2 but it was very nice out there except for that.  Forgot my water bottle so ran dry this morning and that seemed to be ok, too.  I drank when I got home though!

Inside Again

Just too dark, cold (43) and windy.  So I did 4 on the TM and it really seemed like work today because I didn't want to be there.  I don't like this time change so early because it makes the mornings so dark again until way into April.

Outside

But, oh, my but the wind was terrible!  I did run 4.25 miles out there this morning.  It was 45 when I left the house so I had my big hoodie on and long pants, gloves, cap...not SD running that's for sure!  And the wind.  Wow.  I turned the corner onto 150th Ave. and thought I had run into a wall.  But I did it.  Ran the big hill 1 and 1/2 times.  Now we're going to Sam' and Cub for some more exercise!

Hard Workout

I had an accidental hard workout today! I went to the gym and first decided to run a hill on the treadmill. So I set it to 15% incline, which is really substantial! And I ran at (I think!) 3.4 for 5 minutes. Very difficult. My lungs were burning by the time I was done! Then I did TSWTH. But I set the intervals wrong! I set my work rate to 86 and my rest rate to 83. But usually I do 68/63. So I was so very confused because it was so difficult. I couldn't even figure out how I lost so much stamina in just a couple of days! I didn't figure it out until I had 2:38 left to go. Then I lifted weights and did abs. I need to get a little notebook to bring with me so I can note the amount of weights I'm using. Big runs for both of us tomorrow!

Better

I am feeling a lot better today. Actually, I felt fine this morning but then got a headache again this afternoon. Very strange. I did run 7 miles this am. Pretty slow! Beautiful day out there though. My plan is to run tomorrow, gym Friday, long run (probably at Miramar) on Saturday. Did some abs today, too!

Headache

What a headache I had today! I only ran 5 miles even though I wanted to run more. I had a headache when I left and I it didn't get better. In fact, I felt really bad by the time I got home. Anyway, I ran 5 miles and that was good. Quiet day here and I do feel a lot better tonight. I bet I'll be fine in the am.

Getting Stronger

I think, anyway! I had a gym day today (rained last night and a little this morning), so I stayed in. Just did 20 minutes of cardio and then weights. But I feel like I'm getting stronger. For the bicep curls, I was doing 3 sets of 12 with 10 pound weights. And today I did one set with 15 pound weights. Then 2 with the 10s. And I have been using this triceps dip and pull up machine. Where you choose weight to assist you. And I can do that with ten pounds less. So that's good!

Good Morning

Only 32 here this morning, windy, and we have little ice pellets on the deck!  So no hills for me today.  I ran 4 miles on the TM inside where it was warm!  What happened to our 70's and 80's?

Technology!

Well, I got so irritated today, I just gave up! 1. The mouthpiece came off of my camelpak hose and I had juice squirting EVERYWHERE, including on my new chair! Which apparently has some kind of protective coat because it just beaded off. WHEW. 2. I did something that made my iPod just loop through one song. Yes. ONE SONG. Over and over and over. And I shut it totally off several times. I tried all kinds of things. Nada. Good song, though. 3. While I stopped (well, I stopped multiple times) trying to fix my iPod, I paused my watch. And apparently forgot to restart it. Because I looked and saw the time staring back at me. I checked my history and it was under 4 miles. And I knew I had gone 6 or so. So at this point I said....well, something I won't repeat. And I quit running and walked home.

New Personal Record

My plan for today was to run 9 miles.  I actually only ran 8.3 but I never stopped or walked along the way!!!  Which is a first for me.  The previous record for me was about 4 miles.  I was pretty slow in the second half but I kept moving.  I had planned to take some side trips to get up to 9 miles but decided I would be happy to get home without stopping or walking whatever the mileage was.  I can't quite believe I did it.  But the Garmin doesn't lie and there are no big dips in my cadence chart at all today.  Lots of little dips but no big ones.  I am tired now though.  Off tomorrow and ready for a day of rest.

Gym Day!

I really like this getting ready at the gym business. Giant time saver. I left my house later than I like but still had more than enough time to accomplish what I wanted. Did 20 minutes of cardio then a mix of upper and lower body weights. Guess Friday is the morning to go to the gym. Empty in there! Long run for me tomorrow, too. I've had a bit of a noggin ache today, so I hope that goes away.

Inside Again

It rained during the night and was threatening this morning so I did my 4 on the TM again today.  In the end, it didn't rain so I could have gone outside so that's the way it goes.  Long run outside tomorrow.

Great Run!

As you know, I didn't do too much yesterday. But I sure feel good about what I did today. I did 7 miles (Kensington route). My pace was pretty good, I think it was 10:13/mile. I'm planning on running again tomorrow and then going to the gym Friday, long run Saturday, gym Sunday. I want to keep up on the gym and really try to build some muscle. Posted from "The Chair"

Slack!

I did a super short run today. It was cold and I was up until midnight last night and just not really into it. So I did 3ish miles and called er good! No hills again today. Hopefully work quiets down a bit!

Did It!

I had another morning at the gym and today I even remembered my purse! I was the complete package. And getting ready there really gives me so much more time. Pretty amazing. Today I ran a mile and then did TSWTH. Then I did both upper and lower body weights. Lots of squats. I should be able to get outside and run tomorrow. It will be cold though!

Hills

I ran north on 180th, east on 150th all the way to 170th, then back up that long hill half way, back down again to 170th and then all the way back up that hill and continued on 150th east past 180th and down a shorter but steeper hill there and back up and home.  4.2 miles.  I walked some coming all the way up the long hill on 150th the second time.  My goal will be to run that whole route without stopping so we shall see how that goes.  This training program only calls for running hills one day a week but, of course, there are hills on every route I take around here so I will make a point to run them every day whenever I come to one and, hopefully, get better at it.  I can feel a different burn in my legs already from this morning.  did all my situps and pushups, too, and that really felt like work.  I've been slacking off on those every since going to SD.

Weekend Wrapup

I had a pretty good weekend of exercise, despite the rain. Which persists today, but today should see the storm move out and we'll be dry and sunny again tomorrow. So "they" say! I went to the gym both Saturday and Sunday. I did cardio both days and on Saturday I focused on my lower body and on Sunday, it was an upper body day. I'll go again today and then (hopefully) get back to running tomorrow. My weight continues to be a source of mind boggling frustration. I think I'll call the doctor today and see if I can go to a nutritionist or something. I have, as you know, been stuck at 137 for two weeks or more. Despite keeping good track of my calories and I know I should be dropping based on my intake. I had been seeing a bit of downward movement and was at 135 on Saturday. And now I'm back to 137 today. I'm very seriously considering saying "f this" and living a life of eating ding dongs. It is filling me with absolute rage.

Executive Decision

I got all my gear packed up last night so I could go to the gym again this am, but I was so sore. I knew I wouldn't be able to lift weights. And then I looked at the weather and saw that it is really planning on raining tomorrow, Sunday, and Monday. All day, each day! So I decided to run while I had the opportunity. I figured I could just do three and call it good. But I started really warming up and getting unsore around a half mile and ended up having a really good 5 mile run. Gym tomorrow! No hills today. I must have expended all of my energy the past few days.

Good first try!

Well, my gym experiment was good. And this method will give me a lot more time at the gym. But I have got to make sure that I get everything ready the night before, or I'll never make it out the door that early in the morning. One thing that didn't go well was the fact that I forgot my purse at home. Which meant I forgot my phone at home! Believe you me, I came back and got it before I went to work! So I ran a mile on the treadmill and then did TSWTH for 15 minutes. That really made me a hot, sweaty mess. Then I did leg weights, mostly variations on squats. I also did some ab stuff and back stretching exercises. And I ran hills at lunch! My weight continues to be a mystery. I told you that I was at 145 forever and then took a GIANT dip to 137. And I'm still there. For over a week. And I have been working out and watching what I eat. maybe I'll take another giant dip. I can tell that my cloths are fitting better again. Not quite right, but getting there. So I'm happy that I can feel the change. Gym again tomorrow and then back to running on Saturday.

Lonely Times!

Well, things are pretty quiet and lonely here. I miss you! I did go to the gym this morning. Did the usual cardio and then focused on upper body stuff as I'll go back tomorrow and focus on lower body stuff. I'm trying something new tomorrow. I have my food for the day packed already and my clothing. And I'm going to shower and get ready for work at the gym. And just go to work straight from there. I think it will give me about 15 minutes more time in the am when I do the gym. We shall see! My intention was to run hills at lunch today and I realized I forgot my sports bra! And then I realized I needed a new one because what I wore Sunday just tore me up. So I changed into hill gear (except the bra!) and went over to RRS. I was about to walk out of there with "seamless" bras when I saw a worker lady and asked her if those would actually solve my problem. And she gave me a resounding "no!" because this is apparently caused when the bra is too loose and so it rubs against the skin. So she helped me find one that should work. We'll see. I'll have to test it on a long run because that's the only time this happens. So I only got two hills in. But that's something!

We did it!

I'm pretty proud of us!

Good Luck To Us!

Tomorrow is the big day in San Diego!  And I hope we both have a great run!

Last Effort

Well, sort of. I am going to run hills tomorrow. Nothing too crazy. But today really was our last day before the big run Sunday. I saw that my running group (I'm affiliated with them only in that I get their emails!) is doing a 3.5 mile "shake out" run on Saturday. No thanks! I'm planning on conserving! We will be fresh and ready to run on Sunday. I went to the gym this am and did the elliptical and TSWTH. Then weights. Then I did run hills at lunch today. It was really really hard to get out of the office, let me tell you. But I'm so glad I did. That needs to be a priority. Especially before the SF run.

Late Post!

I shut off my computer last night and realized I didn't post! So here we go - better late than never. I guess. I ran 3 miles yesterday. It was one of those days where it was cold and I really didn't feel like doing it so I just did a little bit. I did, however, run hills at lunch. I'm going to try and do that again today. My weight is exactly the same again today. It is mind boggling that I'm not dropping.

Brrrr!

It was chilly out this morning! I hope it's like that on Sunday, actually, because it was pretty good running weather. I'd rather have it be cold than too hot, that's for sure. Anyway, I saw crabby old guy tonight. And I also saw a girl running in her underpants! Too bad you missed her!

San Diego Running

It's GREAT to be in San Diego!!  This morning I went for a 5 mile run down to the Kensington neighborhood and back.  I saw lots of green everything and also flowering trees and shrubs and 5 orange trees and 1 lemon tree that were all loaded with fruit.  'Tis the season!  Great run and so nice to be outside in shorts and a t shirt doing it!

Countdown!

Well, we're close, huh? I'm slowing down a bit, well, I have more than my pace! That's been slowing down for some time! But I mean I'm reducing my distance and today I ran 5 miles. I think. This morning seems like 20 years ago. So, that's what I did. It was a really nice morning. Beautiful day all day. As you know. Because you're here!

Good and Bad

I really thought I posted yesterday! Geesh, my mind was blown I think. I did run yesterday and that is the bad of this post. It didn't go well. So what is the good? Lessons learned. I planned on running 12 miles yesterday. I set out around 10 am and ended up getting 10 miles in, but it was very hard. I can count on one hand the number of times when I've had to quit and this was one of them. I actually felt sick. And, despite what the tv show The Biggest Loser seems to be teaching people, I think that if I work out to the point where I'm sick, I'm doing something very very wrong. So I finally started walking (which I never do!) at 9.71 and stopped my timer. Then I ran a bit, then I walked, then I ran. When my watch said 10 I just walked the rest of the way home. So what are my lessons learned? 1. The other day (Monday, I think) I pulled out my food diary and started getting pretty restrictive. Standard "woman diet" calorie number, but not (I think) adequate to run 10 miles running. 2. It was really really hot. Do not get me wrong, I've run in hotter weather. But I have not ran in the heat and sun for 6 months or so. So, from a conditioning standpoint, I just wasn't ready for the heat. 3. I got very dehydrated very quickly. I think this was heat related. I had water (and coffee) in the morning and I had my pack with me so that's 32 ounces of water to which I added electrolyte tablets. But I was done with that around mile 8 and I had been drinking sparingly since mile 5 because I realized it wouldn't last. So those are all bad things. But the good thing is that this happened a week before the race. I have time to fix what I need to fix. I've upped my calories so that will help. And we will not have to worry about the heat on Sunday because we are starting so early. If the race started at 10 am, yes, I'd be worried. But I really don't think we will have to contend with that on Sunday.

Short One

I did a 3 mile run this morning. I was/am pretty darn sore but just wanted to do something because it was on my schedule. I did not run hills, though, because I am doing a big run tomorrow and wanted to conserve some energy for that. Feeling less heart sore about last night and just irritated. I feel like I was not listened to.

Bah

I had a really good run this morning. I did 7 miles. Similar pace as I have been, but that's ok. It was cold this am and pretty dreary! Looked like it had recently been raining, but it was fine for running. But, let me tell you, I did not have fun at pilates tonight. At all. I'm totally embarrassed to say this, but I actually almost cried. I have no strength left at all. Frankly, it was really depressing. We did a private session because the other ladies couldn't make it tonight. Anyway, I'm feeling really sad and frustrated tonight. I suppose I'll feel better tomorrow.

Gym

Today was a gym day. I want to start going two times a week. I figure I can do one weekday and one weekend day. Plus one night of pilates a week. That should be good for me. Also, it was very cold out this am. Not Wisconsin cold, of course! But I did the elliptical for 10 to 15 minutes, I think it was more like 12. Because I was going to do 10 but I was in the middle of a good song! Then I did TSWTH for 15 minutes. And then I lifted weights. I pulled out my food diary and scale today. I need to get serious before I end up having to join Weight Watchers!

Back At It

We're having a snow day here so I didn't get out of bed to stay until 7 am.  But I did run 4.21 miles on the TM and do all my exercises.  After lunch I will be outside shoveling for an hour so more exercise there.

Big Run

Today gave me a lot of confidence that I will be able to do the half. Not in a great time, but I will be able to finish. I did a 10 mile run today and I really felt good about it. Not too tired or broken after. And that's a good sign, I think. I'm going to do another long run this weekend, I think. Tomorrow I go to the doctor for that blood work. I am eating dinner soon and then I'll start the fast!

Good morning

In a hurry here because I have to get into the city for Roger Bonham's funeral but I did run 4.22 miles on the TM this morning and did my exercises.  Felt it in my chest a little today but I am much improved over last week so on the mend.  gotta go...

Catching Up

I'm behind on my posting! I came up to San Francisco on Friday, so it's been a little discombobulated.

I had a good run on Friday. 5.13 miles, if I remember. That's the danger of not posting right away. I forget! Yesterday I went to the hotel gym and did the elliptical and lifted weights. And then we just walked for MILES. I wish I knew how far. But we did a heck of a lot of walking. And a lot of hills. I leave at 4 something today do we will do more walking before that!

It wasn't pretty...

...but I got it done this morning.  I started to feel much better yesterday afternoon and evening.  Slept pretty well and decided to give it a try this morning.  My plan called for an 8 mile run outside but since I've been sick for days and since it was only +11 out there this morning I opted for 3 miles on the TM which I got done.  I felt exhausted afterwards but I did it.  Also did all my exercises so I am back.  I'm not at all sure I will be ready for the SD Half but we'll see how the coming week goes.

I HATE being sick!

I really do hate it.  This is the 3rd morning with no run or exercise.  I just don't have the energy.  I did sleep better last night so am very hopeful that I'm going to turn the corner here today.

You are doing so well!  You will knock off that 1/2 in two weeks in record time!

More Stuff and More Things

I had a good and long run this am. 7.13 miles. It was a really nice day all day today and a particularly nice day to run. I didn't run hills today because I was tired. I did take a lunch break, though. And I went to pilates tonight, which was fun.

Stuff and Things

I slept well today, but I feel like I have a sinus headache. I didn't take medicine, thought, because it puts me on another planet! But, all in all, I had a good day. I ran 5.13 miles this morning. I didn't run more because today was our Frosting Off and I still needed to make my submission! Two days in a row now I have taken lunch. And I ran hills at lunch - really nice day. Then I did one of the 10 minute pilates ab videos tonight when I came home. Hope you're feeling better!

Good Morning

Maybe not so good.  Feel like I'm coming down with a cold.  No doubt from that run outside yesterday.  Woke up during the night with a terrible sore throat.  I did run 3 on the TM this morning and did my exercises but it was work all the way.

Good Morning

Well, it wasn't pretty and it sure didn't set any records but I ran around the 6 mile block here this morning.  The satellite said it was 6.18 miles and took me 67.29.  I felt like I walked as much as I ran!  But there's no where to go but up from here, right?  I waited until 9:45 to leave the house and it was +32 then but a pretty good breeze.  I did fine going east and north and west but when I turned south on 180th to head home that wind hit me right in the face.  I didn't like it!  And I don't like running in all those clothes...long johns top and bottom, pants, t shirt (Grandma's training shirt!), and a big sweatshirt, gloves and hat.  Give me San Diego any day!  So it wasn't the greatest run but it's a start.  Last year I didn't run outside until way into March.

Catching up!

I forgot to post yesterday! But I did have something to post. We've had leisurely mornings here and I've been able to run. Yesterday was absolutely beautiful and I ran 6.5 miles. Slow pace - as usual! But I did it and felt good about it, so that's what matters. Busy out there and I saw a lot of other runners. This morning I just two 10 minute sessions of the pilates video. I sure could feel it. I really need to get consistent about doing that again. Off to LA! I hope you have an utterly fantastic birthday and know that we are all thinking about you!

Gym!

Today was a gym day! I could have run, but I haven't been to the gym since Christmas, so I decided it was time to go! I did the elliptical for 15 and The Stairway to Hell for 15, then some weight lifting. It was fun!

Cut Short!

I didn't really like my run today, so I only went 4 miles. I just felt kind of floaty. I have been doing this new thing were I'm eating a bag of the Stingers before I run. Well, an hour before I run or so. And I kind of felt like I was having a sugar rush or sugar high! I also realized that I didn't fix the coffee pot for mom before I left and I wanted to do that for her. So I came home and my timing was perfect! I got the coffee all set and then she got up. I am glad I got back in time! Naturally I weigh exactly the same. Which is a lot.

Running Between Drops

We had such crazy rain last night! I woke up at 2:33 am and I think it was hailing. It sounded so hard. We have really had some wet and windy days here. Naturally, since I have company! I did run this morning, but I went late and really bided my time. I did not want to get rained out. And I didn't! I did a 5 mile run and it went well. Felt good. I did abs when I got back. Did I tell you that I thought my knee was screwed up for a couple of days? It was weird - fluttery. I couldn't even know what was up. It didn't hurt. Just felt odd. Well, turns out it was my new running pants! They have a seam that was hitting my left knee just right to feel weird!

Day 1......

....I guess! I need to get a program together here. I will check out Grandma's again. I signed up to get it via email, but nothing has come thus far. This morning I ran 7 miles. I took yesterday off, so I felt pretty strong today. I did abs after that. Not butterflies!! I'm aiming to eat healthy during company time. I still can't shake this extra weight. It's very very frustrating.

Inbetween

That was me today. Running in-between the raindrops! I'm glad I didn't wait for it to clear up because it never did! But I didn't get rained on at all and it actually drizzled the rest of the day. Did about 6.5 today. I tried to do crunches after but my abs feel like somebody kicked me! Pilates! How are the butterfly situps going?

Big Run

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!

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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!

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!

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!

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

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

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

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!

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.....

-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!

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!

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!

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

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

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.html I had a good run this am. 3 miles, nothing special. And that's it.

Sore!

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!

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....

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

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!

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!

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!

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

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

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!

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

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

Something new to report

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.