Beautiful day!

Pretty darn amazing day here today. Blue sky, but with pristine white crazy shaped clouds. Not rain clouds. Just like clouds were included to make the sky look like art. And it got up to 56 degrees! Just really really nice and sunshine-y day. So a perfect day for a run! I just ran around the lake but I did 6.23 miles and I was really excited about my pace for the entire run, which was 59 minutes (and some seconds!) total. Seems like the weight lifting I'm doing really is making a huge improvement in my running pace. Not too busy at the lake today. I suppose a lot of people when further out to go hiking and such. Good for me - more room!

Warmer Today

But I still ran inside.  And by "warmer" I mean it was above zero!  Actually, about 12 above when I looked.  Still too cold for me though.  And, besides, all the roads around us are still snow and ice packed so not going out there until they clear off.  So, 3 miles on the TM again for me.

I did it!

Been a little off track the past few days and I'm glad to report that I was able to get my lazy bones out the door and get 3 miles in today. It was so so nice to not have to bundle up! I did wear a long sleeved shirt but none of my winter running gear. 3 miles and I beat the evening sprinkles!

-8 Today!

This is nuts!  I miss Arizona!

-2 this morning!

So, guess what?  I ran on the TM.  I am such a wimp!  But I'm a warm wimp and that's all that matters to me!!

Back on the TM

Home and back on the TM.  Only +7 out there this morning and fresh layer of snow so my outdoor running days are done again for a while.  But the TM works fine and I got it done.  Haven't done puships and situps for 2 weeks though and that was tough.  But I got that done, too.  Glad to be home.

Gym report

It was as usual! Actually, I didn't run to warm up today. I was just too tired. So I walked, lifted weights, walked.

Seems busier at the gym, which is good. I can still use all the equipment I need, which is even better!

Surprise Ending

Our time here is quickly coming to an end.  I ran the 5K on Saturday and then yesterday and today was satisfied with 2 mile runs around the neighborhood here.  Gorgeous out there this morning.  45 and full sun.  No wind.  Wish every day had been like this!

San Diego Gym Day

Yep! Went the gym here in SD! I went with Bart to his Chuze Fitness in La Mesa. I used to be a member of Chuze (before I joined Boulevard Fitness in North Park). Anyway, his Chuze is so much nicer than the one I went to in La Mesa, I couldn't believe it! Super nice. I did a 1 mile warmup run on the treadmill than my usual weightlifting routine. Well, mostly my normal weightlifting routine. I had to make some concessions due to the level of busy there. Then, when I was done lifting, I walked on the treadmill for a bit. Really good and fun gym outing. So glad we could go!

San Diego Run!

Really nice run this morning here in the city of La Mesa! Maybe 65 degrees. I did 3 miles, they were 1 mile loops. Worked out well because the out was downhill and the back was uphill. Fun day and I don't leave till 5:20 pm tomorrow so another day with Bart before I head back to Reno and he hits the road!

Good Gym!

Pretty sure I made a gym friend today. I said, "Are you using this bench?" And he said, "Nope, it's all yours." And I said, "Thanks!" Did my running to warm up thing again today. 1.5 miles. Then I did my usual lifts. Challenging today. Although I did not sleep last night, so that might explain it. And then I walked on the treadmill to hit my 10k. Solid day, it was good. Busy there today when I went. Maybe they will still be open for business when you come!

Chilly Run

Brrrr! 33 when I ran today around 1 pm. Actually, when I got out there, it wasn't awful. So I was glad. 3 miles around the lake. I forgot to post that yesterday I did go to the gym. 1 mile warm up, then weights, then I walked on the treadmill. Good times!

Frosty Morning in Arizona!

I kid you not.  It was 31 here at 7 am and only 34 when I went out to run at 8:30 and THERE WAS FROST ON THE GOLF COURSE!!!  Unbelievable.  I thought we had left that stuff behind in Wisconsin.  I only ran 2 miles this morning because I was cold!  Hope it warms up before that 5K on Saturday.

Cool Run

How come it's so damn cold in Arizona?  Only 38 at 8 am today and 41 when I finally went outside to run at 8:30.  No windchill however! And the sun is out today so it was a very nice run actually once I got warmed up.  Did my 3 miles and still running the whole way which makes me feel very good!

A walk

Slow moving weekend and a slow day today. Not sleepimg great and it's catching up with me. So tired right now so I'm going to seize the moment here real soon.

I did go over to the gym today and walk on the treadmill. 40 minutes at a big incline. Then I got home and decided to walk to the mailbox. So I got my 10k steps for once!

Been a serious slacker about steps lately, so I need to get back on track again.

Good Run

48 degrees, no wind, nice and level.  Perfect conditions for an old man!  3.14 miles at a 10:33 pace.  I'm very pleased with my pace here.  Better than I've done for a long time.  Looking forward to that 5K next Saturday!

Day Off Today

I ran 3.0 the first day here, 3.22 the second day, and then just 2.0 yesterday (it was raining!).  And I took today off to give my calves a rest.  I can really feel the difference when I've been on a TM for so long and then get on pavement again.  But I will be out there again tomorrow.  We went for a 1.5 mile walk this afternoon when we got back from Sun Lakes.

Gym Times

I sure got to the gym late last night! I was really tired because I got up so early to drive to SD. So last night I just walked on the treadmill. Big incline but lowish pace. So that was good. And today I went to the gym and I ran a mile to warm up and then lifted weights. The usual, nothing fancy or different. Weight remains the same, which is fine. I'll deal!

Wet Run

It was "raining" here this morning but I ran anyway.  For me, it was like running in a heavy fog or light mist.  But I ran 3.22 miles and my pace was 10:34 per mile so, for me, that is just plain excellent!  Very pleased.  People were out and around walking their dogs with big winter coats, hats, and gloves on!  They are the ones who looked funny!

Surprise Running

I ran a full 3 miles around our neighborhood this morning.  42 so kind of cool but a good run. Nice and level and virtually no traffic except for a couple of golf carts.  Going to like running here but hope it warms up just a little.  We walked 1.5 miles around here last night.

Weekend Update

Well, I have more stuff to report! Sunday I went to they gym and lifted weights. Also walked on the treadmill. Today I went to the gym and ran 2 miles. That's all I had in me!

And I happened upon a busy time! I went at 11 am and the running cardiovascular room was packed!

They have 2 cardiovascular rooms. One has newer treadmills and the other has older ones that are for walking only. But they have plenty running treadmills, you won't have an issue securing one when you want to run.

6 miles!

I did it! I had a goal to do a 6 mile run this weekend and I did it today! Pretty excited, especially since it was 33 degrees out!

Pace averaged to 10.01 per.

I'm really worn out tonight!

Snack Attack

Well, it happened. I had a snacking breakdown today. My snack was 100% whole wheat crackers so.....that's good I guess? Or, maybe I should say, at least there's that? Anyway, I practically ate my entire daily allotment in crackers! Dinner tonight is going to be protein powder and greens sauteed in water! Not tasty but Lose It tells my I'm now way behind on my protein and I know I've only had one serving of vegetables today. But, on a positive note, I got to a full point and STOPPED. And then (warning - this is wasteful!) I threw the rest of the crackers away. Because, if I didn't, I would totally eat them. So that's what I did. And then I went to the gym (which was my plan, anyway) and I ran a bit on the treadmill (15 min), then I did my usual weights. And then I walked on the treadmill after. Usually I'd say, "Well, I'm snacking now so I'll go for it and just not do it tomorrow." So I'm really happy that I didn't do that today. So I'm irked that I snacked but glad that I handled it differently.

3rd Time is the Charm!

Took me three attempts to get my run in today! But I was dedicated to it because today was nice and had blue sky. And I was bound and determined to enjoy it, dang it! First time I went out was around 9 or 9:30 this morning. And it was pure ice out there. I couldn't believe it. Probably just under 1/4" thick. I seriously considered still doing it but then I told myself to not be such a dolt and just wait. Second time was around noon. Went outside and there were the furnace guys! I don't know if I've told you I have been having furnace problems. But this was their third and, we all hope, final visit. Especially Sam. He's done with them! Anyway, they were here until 2:30 or a little after. My third try was after they left. And I was successful! 4 miles around the lake and it was really nice. It is so beautiful here right now. And I got my first Reno cheer! Some oldser cheered me today. And I, of course, smiled and waved at him. So that was super nice. In my heart, he did not vote for Trump. I refuse to believe it.

Still doing It

I'm still running 3 miles on the TM each morning and then doing pushups and situps.  And I'm back on Lose It as of today!  Have some weight to lose after this holiday seige when your mother was constantly forcing me to eat everything she cooked and baked.  But I'm done with that now!  I have set a new goal for myself which Lose It says I should reach on March 25th.  Isn't that the day of the half marathon?  That would be perfect so we'll see how it goes.  I haven't registered yet but am pretty much planning on it.

I haven't talked to Mom about this but am wondering if it might be possible to get her a gym membership for that month we're there.  She will want to be walking we know and thinking about the weather.  What do you think?

Little Gym

Gym day today! Went early and it still wasn't terribly busy but different people so a different vibe. I ran 5 minutes on the treadmill to warm up and then just did my business. And that's it! Not too exciting but I got it done. Possible I will have a day off tomorrow. I'm sore! And I didn't sleep well at all last night so, yeah, a day of rest might be in order. Weight is doing good, so I'm happy about that.

Running in the Rain

I ran in the rain today! Super geared up for it. I wore leggings and then some wind breaker type running pants over those. Then a long sleeved shirt, my Whistlestop rain jacket, and I still have our Disney Land rain poncho, so I wore that, too. I did still get wet! But it wasn't too bad. And my new shoes did pretty good but I think I will get some water resistant spray for the top of them. My feet were wet by the time I got home. My garmin tells me I ran 4.10 miles in 39m 54s. Beyond happy about that! I considered doing 5 miles but, by the end of 4, I'd had enough. There was a giant work truck (like a container truck) on the path right by that wooden bridge when I was wrapping up mile 4 and I had to run through puddles to get around it so I decided that was enough. They had a hose going into that creek so maybe they were pulling water out to deter flooding? I have no idea what they were doing! As you know, I did get out of my driveway yesterday and I went to the gym. Did my usual weightlifting routine then I walked on the treadmill for 10 minutes at a crazy high incline. So that was that! Still not feeling great but I'm waaaay super medicated now.

Treadmill Run

Today was nice and I probably could have run outside, but I went over to the gym. Did 3 miles on the treadmill and I'm really happy with my run. Both because I made myself do the full three miles and because I did a really great and (for me!) ambitious pace. So it was good. My gym is not seeing the traditional influx of resolutioners. Or it doesn't seem like it over the past 2 days that I've been there. Maybe I'll see more people tomorrow.

Back on Track

I've been under the weather here for 3 days.  Came down with severe constipation on Tuesday for no reason I can think of.  Had planned Tuesday as a day off because had to take Mom to Rice Lake for an appointment that morning.  But I was in some pain even then.  Tried to run both Wednesday and Thursday but quit at half mile.  Too uncomfortable.  So then yesterday I went out to buy some stuff and cleaned myself out and this morning I feel fine again!  No clue what caused this.

But I got back on the TM this morning and did my full 3 miles plus all 60 pushups and 60 situps.  So feeling very good about it again.

We registered for a 5K in Surprise, AZ for Jan. 28th.  I'm still thinking about the half marathon in Reno.

Slippery Day!

We've sure had some weather! Yesterday was rainy and about 45. Today I woke up to maybe 1" of snow. And some pretty flakes throughout the day. But we really have ice! Half inch thick on the roads, I'd bet! And I didn't see any salt or sand out. Weird. Also, not much shoveling seems to happen. I did go over to the lake for a walk today but it wasn't really enjoyable so I only made one trip around. Later on I walked to the gym, but that was like taking my life in my hands! So slippery. Someone told me that it is "supposed to be worse tomorrow" and I have no idea what that means, but I will find out when it happens! Guess the point here is that I did go to the gym today. Oh, and I am very sore from my new shoes. Will take some time to adjust.

Run....S

Yep, runs as in more than one! I ran one mile in my San Diego running shoes. Let me tell you, I am not in San Diego anymore! I was 1/2 mile in and my feet were soaking wet. I've been running in these Nike Free shoes that I love but they are low to the ground and all mesh. So I was not having much luck staying dry. And I knew at your house that I needed new shoes - better shoes for "weather". So I made a quick run (car run!) to the running store and got a new pair of shoes. Then I went back over to the lake and finished my run. 3 miles total, split between two sessions. That's my story! I think I'm still having a sinus infection and it's so irritating. But I'm kinda coughy and congested and I've had a noggin ache for the past couple days.

Goal Reached!

All fall I have been gradually upping my mileage so that on January 1st I would be ready to run a full 3 miles.  And I did!  Felt very good about it, too.  Plan to continue the same now until we go to Phoenix and then up to 3.5.

Still At It

Even though you have left me I am still at it!  Ran 2.75 this morning and did my exercises.  All went well.  Drank water out of a new bottle!  Have a slight headache today but haven't taken anything for it and don't plan to.  Want to see what's going to happen.

Upping Mileage

I went to 2.75 miles today and hope to be at 3 soon after the new year.  Haven't run for the last two days so felt good to get on the TM and do it and even up the mileage a little.  Also did the pushups and situps so getting back on track after the Christmas break. Weight is up a little again though so have to start working on that now, too.  Stop eating those Christmas cookies!!!

Reno Wrapup!

Today (yesterday, I guess!) I half-heartedly ran and went to the gym. Ran 2 miles, just didn't have the spice in me to do more. And then I went to the gym and did about 3/4 of my usual stuff. I did end up taking sinus medicine again today. Ready to be over this!

Outside Run

This was my second "Dang is is cold and winter....I'm doing it anyway!" outside run. I kinda can't believe it and I give myself a pat on the back! It was about 37, so not too cold. But for someone who has lived in perpetual summer for years.....yay me! I did 3 miles around the lake, each mile was under 10 minutes. It was nice out there, not windy at all today. That helps make it a lot more palatable! I'm almost totally better. Bit of congestion left, but not much to speak of.

Another gym

I'm sore! I did go to the gym today and I could really feel that my muscles were tender. Was good, though. I cannot believe I forgot to tell you this but, yesterday, the sheriff had some workers (AKA: prisoners) out at the lake picking up trash. Beautiful day for those guys to be able to be out there - it was 61 yesterday! But it was funny because they were wearing those old fashioned white and black striped prisoner pajamas. Those just seem so....I don't know, like out of a cartoon! But I realize it makes a lot of sense to have them wear those. There was not a single question in my mind who those guys were, even before I saw the deputies and the sheriff vehicles. Glad today was not the day they had planned this field trip - it's raining. And tomorrow, oh boy, cold snap coming my way! Sam and I are ready! Bart comes tomorrow, so we'll hunker down!

I ran!

Yep. Also, it's possible I regret it. I maybe am not healthy enough to to run. But whateves! I did it and my time was great. My chest (lungs, I guess) felt very tight and thick when I got back. I think I have a lot of congestion in there. I choose to believe my run will help me loosen this up.  That's my theory.

I'm really glad I have this (and am getting over it) while I'm alone. But it made me realize I need to bring medicine with me on our trip!

I am better!

I'm not perfect! But I am sooooo much better! It's such a relief. I did go to the gym today. I have decided I'm going to stop doing my front squats for a bit. Something I do at the gym is causing my right hamstring (maybe my sciatic) to get irritated. I've really not wanted to admit that it is the front squats, but they might be the culprit. So I'll stop them for two weeks and if the problem persists, I'll add those back in and remove something else. Did I tell you my fitbit broke? It did. Replacement should be here tomorrow. I miss it so much. Feels weird to be without it! Went to the gym later than usual tonight and it's such a different scene. A bit busier but lots of dudes and lots of cologne!

Here I am!

Sort of! I have had sooo many days off. I'm feeling better today, although I'm not actually feeling good. But I went to the gym because I was going insane about it. I decreased from the weight I usually do and I also didn't do my full compliment of exercises. But I went. And that's good. I've lost two pounds being sick. Sounds great till I realize that's probably all muscle that's just turning into fat! Oh, also, my bluetooth headset is only working for one ear now. I thought that my other ear might be plugged but I listened to that bud in my "good" ear and, yeah, broken!

Still At It

I've been doing my 2.5 miles on the TM every morning and it seems to be going ok.  Plan to up the mileage a little next week.  I'm still thinking about that half marathon at the end of March.  I think I can be ready enough to do it.  Won't be a personal best but I don't care about that.  I want to do another one and finish and that's all that matters to me.

Back on Track

I hope!  The week in Whitewater didn't do me any good at all in the weight department!  And I was working hard every day.  Anyway, I'm back on track here this morning.  Ran 2.5 on the TM and then back to my 60 situps and 60 pushups.

I Un-Slacked!

I feel like I've been such a slacker lately. Consistency wise, at any rate. But I did get to the gym today and I did my usual gym weight lifting stuff (all of it) and I ran two miles on the treadmill. I wonder why the treadmill here seems like they've slowed the time down. Really, 10 minutes seemed like an hour! Actually, it's just mentally so much harder for me to run on the treadmill than it is to run outside. I don't know why. But I do know it's true. Can you believe I'll be seeing you tomorrow?! Can't wait!

Ouch!

My leg really hurts! Gonna really drug up here tonight. Ibuprofen to the rescue! I had a very running challenged day today. First, it was colder than it should ever be anywhere in the world! Second, I had a traumatic work day - my internet went out and I actually had to have a technician come out and fix it. Third, I had to work late! Forth, I was out of coffee and had to fix that before going to the gym. Fifth, by the time I got to the gym I was just soooo not interested in running. So I ran a mile and then walked 10 minutes. And did planks. Super healthy eating day today. Really good chicken in the IP. Have you made chicken from frozen breasts in there? That's what I did tonight and it turned out so great! Lots of vegetables, too.

Back to the gym!

Boy, it sure goes quick, doesn't it? I did not go to the gym for a week while I was in SD, and I could really tell. Felt weak! Skipped a couple of my usual exercises, because I didn't want to break myself. When I went to the grocery store today, I was so hungry. So I looked for a healthy snack. I saw a little container of macadamia nuts and thought I could eat that on my way home. But then I saw that the container was 6 servings at 200 calories per serving! So not that. Then I saw a container of vegetable chips (beets, carrots, and stuff like that). That was 120 calories per serving - and there were 7 servings in that tiny container! So I had zero snacks today. Well....not true. I did have an apple tonight!

Another big run!

Went over to Lake Murray again today and ran the route that I suspect is 6 miles. Went well and I think I had a great time, if it actually is 6 miles. But if it only, say, 5 miles, then my time was meh! My hamstring is feeling very pinched today. Will take some medicine tonight! I'm without my scale here, so I won't know where I am weight wise until Sunday. Cross your fingers for me!

Still At It

But doesn't seem to be helping my weight though.  I seem to get on these plateaus and no matter what I do it doesn't make a difference.  Then, all of a sudden, I'm able to drop a pound again.  On a plateau now and I hate it.  Especially with tomorrow coming when I know I will have a piece of pecan pie.  Just one though.

Big walk

No run today but I did go on a big walk. Went to the lake again, so it was approximately 6 miles. It was a nice day out there. And it got dark. Glad I was done before they locked my car in for the night!

Yay me!

I ran 6 miles today! I didn't intend to when I started out but that's what ended up happening. I went over to Lake Murray and that is a 3 mile in/out route. First I thought I would run in for 15 minutes, and then head out. And then I thought I would run 3 miles in and then walk out. And then I just ran the whole thing! Went really well, can't say what my time was though. It was a good run and I felt pretty strong when I was doing it.

Another Week Done

Did my usual again this morning and will be taking tomorrow off.  I have been running, etc., every day but Sunday lately and seems to be working ok for now.  Have set a new weight goal and will start working on that today.  Ate everything in sight yesterday! So today I get back on track.

First Day At My Goal!!

Yep, you read that right!  In fact, 2/10's below my goal this morning.  But I have to be there about 3 days before I believe it's real.  It fluctuates up and down just terrible so we'll see what tomorrow and the next day bring.

Morning run and exercises going well so glad for that.  Right foot hasn't bothered me now for weeks.  Knock on wood.  So many things I don't understand and can't explain and that's one of them.  But I'm glad for it.

Gummy Run

Just one of those days where I felt slow and really worked for each mile. But I did it. My time was 30:29, so the way I was feeling was reflected in my time. But that's ok. I did it and I'm glad I did. I had another super healthy day of eating yesterday - and so far today! On track. I'm contemplating dinner at Laughing Planet tonight after piano. That will still be healthy and full of vegetables. We'll see though. My sleep has been so much better since I've moved here, in general. I have had a few days of imperfect sleep but I'm getting some really solid hours and a lot more of them. I was sleeping 4-5 hours in SD and I'd guess I'm averaging around 7ish here. I can tell the difference!

Gym Times!

More of the same! Not much of an update, I know! But I walked over, did my things. Walked almost home and then decided to go around the lake once. That was really nice. I was practically all alone over there. Ended up at the gym later than usual - still pretty darn dead. That horrible smell was gone today, though. Weight is looking good! I'll be back to "normal" soon and then I can start working on those five pounds. I think I dropped a lot of water weight today.

Very Close Today

Only off my goal by 8/10's this morning!  Getting very close and not sure what to do once I hit it.  Not going to binge on ice cream I know that!

Good run on TM this morning and did exercises, too.  Upped both yesterday and went ok today.  Slept lat today though!  Didn't get out of bed until 7:50 am!!!

Another Run!

I sort of took the weekend off. Only sort of because, on Saturday, I actually went on a big hike! It was very fun. I was looking for Rainbow/Wonderstone Mountain. I didn't find it, but I got close. And had fun adventures while I was out and about. And I was exhausted! Today I went over to the lake and ran. It was nice. That's all I got!

Set Back

And it's all Mom's fault!!  She brought both lefse and brownies home from her lefse making party with the Divas on Saturday and she made me eat some of both yesterday.  That naughty girl.  Now I'm up 1/2 a lb this morning.  I didn't run or exercise yesterday either because I needed a day off so that didn't help either.

On the positive side, I upped my mileage this morning to 2.5 miles at a 1% incline and upped my pushups and situps to 60 each.

I am now 1.2 lbs from my goal so it'll happen soon I just know it.  Then what you ask?  I'm not sure at this point.

Getting Closer

Only 6/10's from my goal weight this morning!!!  Will have to get there and stay there or below for about 3 days though before I'll believe it's real.  I haven't weighed what I weigh now for 4+ years!

Di the TM and exercises again this morning.  Thinking tomorrow should be a day off but I am motivated to reach that goal weight so might run anyway.

Great run

I think I really need to update my garmin - I haven't plugged it into my laptop for ages! So I don't really trust the distance it's giving me. But I do trust the time! I did three trips around the lake today in 29:27! Beautiful day here, although it's pretty dry. No surprise there!

Gym

Hoo boy, did the gym smell bad today. No idea what the deal was. But I walked over and did my things. I am really feeling it in my back/shoulders tonight! Lost those two pounds that were tormenting me. So that's good. I've been thinking of dropping another 5. But I'm gonna play that by ear. I'd rather gain muscle than lose weight. So I'm just going to see what happens now that I feel like I'm back into a gym routine. Course, I'll be leaving for a week soon! Going to SD for TG. Maybe I'll bring my weights. I have been eating so many vegetables, it's crazy. And it makes me happy because I know it's good for me. Today I had probably 2 cups of cabbage, an entire bag of greens (sauteed, so like 1 tbsp!), and 1/2 of a spaghetti squash. Oh, and cherry tomatoes. I really want to get into a habit of eating a lot of vegetables like I did today.

Not Ready to Boast Yet but....

This morning the scale tells me I only have ONE pound to go!  I usually don't believe the scale either up or down unless it's about the same for 3 days in a row so we shall see what tomorrow brings.  But I am encouraged!

Did my TM run and exercises again today.

Sleep

I feel out of wack with this time change. Last night I went to bed at 10 and I got up this morning at 4. Day before was similar. I know it will smooth out soon, though. Just ready for that to happen any time now! All the same, I had a good gym outing today. Was able to do all I planned and I feel like some of this jiggle is tightening up again. I can really tell when I slack for a bit! Good think I like going to the gym. Exceptionally quiet at the gym today. Even for that gym!

Run and Walk

Really pretty day here today. 70 this afternoon! I did go for a 2 mile run around the lake. I had an appointment this afternoon, and I didn't have time for 3 miles. I did go for a walk after dinner tonight. Pretty again! Feeling a little bit sore from my gym yesterday and run today. Feels good!

Back on the TM

Just a little too cold and windy out there this morning for the old man.  So opted for the TM and did fine.  Have a plan to up my daily mileage to 3 by Jan 1.  Last week and this week I'm doing 2.25 miles every day and moving the incline to 1%.  Then a couple weeks at 2.5, 2.75 and then 3!  Gotta have a plan even if some things interfere with it.  I hope during the two weeks in AZ in January to be doing 4 miles.  Gonna try and get ready for that half marathon in Reno.

I managed to only gain 2/10's of a pound over the very bad eating weekend!  2.2 lbs to my goal.

Back at it!

Yesterday was a super busy errand day and I didn't get to the gym. Today was the opposite. Really calm, peaceful, and restful day and I did get to the gym. Walked over there, did my usual. Then I walked over to Walgreens and then walked home. Fitbit thinks I walked over 21,000 steps today. But I think something got out of wack with the time chage. I suspect it's including yesterday (I didn't sync last night). It also shorted me an hour on my sleep! Really good food day today, hopefully day one of being back on track. I think I've just had so many changes that I got a little off track. But I did great today and had a billion (approximate count!) vegetables! I see we're friends on Loseit now!

Cold But I Ran Outside

It just looked so nice out there!  About 40 but full sun and no wind to speak of.  So I ran outside but I was cold during the first half.  Didn't really warm up until I was nearly home.  But I got it done.

Gym

As promised, today was a gym day! I was surprised, it was pretty busy there today. Did not impact my ability to do the things I wanted to do, though. But good for them. Seems like they are trying to spruce up a bit. I did my usual exercises. I am feeling so flabby! Gotta get back into both my food and exercise routine. Which I am doing! Just takes time.

Walking Day

I'm so lonesome! So is Sam. I know because he told me about it at 3 am, 4 am, and 5 am! But I still slept until 6. 8.5 hours of sleep. I need another good night and I'll be back in business. Really focusing on getting back on my food track here starting today. I've been having too many snacks because I'm not eating right (enough) in the morning. Gotta change that to my old style and started on that today. I didn't run today, but I did walk around the lake. It was a really beautiful day! Only went around twice so I would have time to clean up before piano lessons. Tomorrow is a gym day.

We Are Slugs When It Comes to Posting!

But not when it comes to exercise!  I ran 2 miles every day while in Reno except for Sunday which was a day off and yesterday when I only went around the lake once.  Beautiful place to run and walk!!  And lose some weight, too!  Your scale was right!  I only have 3 lbs to my goal!!

I did my 2 on the TM here this morning plus my exercises.  We slept in until 8 am!!  You must have worn us out!  So, I wasn't on the TM until after 9.  Very late for me but I did it.

Another Gym Day

Before I forget, I didn't see Simon at the gym today so I'll call tomorrow about a week membership for you. Think Mom is interested, too? I did the usual at the gym today but I went later. Probably didn't get there till after 3:30 pm. And I just cannot believe more people do not go. It was even more empty than usual! So different than SD where I had to go right after work or it would just be a madhouse. Lots of good things about this city including the fact that it just seems to be so livable. I can actually do things at non-bizarre times! I'm kinda worried I'm losing my muscle, so I really need to get consistent with my routine again. It will happen!

Weird Running

I went out to run on Tuesday and actually had to stop before I got to mile 1. I had such a side cramp, I just couldn't do it. Went back out yesterday, got another stitch (just after mile 1) and realized - it's actually my diaphragm. I did finish my 3 miles but it was not fun and I didn't enjoy it. So I'm wondering: am I having to acclimate to running at such a higher elevation? I looked it up. I went from an elevation of 62' to an elevation of 4,500'. I'm going to be interested to see how this resolves and what your experience is. If this is related to elevation, maybe you'll have a different experience. Because you're coming from a higher elevation - so maybe it won't impact you like it is me. Or - maybe it's not elevation at all and it's just that I haven't been running as much recently! I did run with my Garmin and the outside (pavement) path is actually a bit over a mile. I'm super pleased to say that, despite my stitch, I did 3.01 miles in 29m 40s!

Some Good News

I seem to have come off the weight plateau I've been on for about 2 weeks.  Down a whole pound in the last 3 days so very happy about that.  Don't want to put any of it back on during our trip.  Now have just 5 lbs to my goal.

Been running every morning and doing my exercises.  Upping my mileage a little each week.  At 2.25 miles this week.

Again!

Same report! I went to the gym today. It was good. It was empty. Well, when I arrived. After I had been there about an hour, it began to fill up. I love being able to walk to the gym! I had a full on day of slack yesterday. Just really had no energy or desire to do anything - so I didn't! Back on track today, though. Super excited to see you! Oh, meant to tell you that I've been sleeping really well here. I think I've already told you that, actually. But it bears repeating! I had another 8+ hour last night! So happy about this fact.

A gym day

Good day at the gym today. Went around 11:30 and just did my normal full body weightlifting routine. Very empty gym again today. Easy to do my work and get out. Then I did one lap around Virginia Lake. I was kinda hoping to go on a hike today but it rained!

Gandy Marathon 5K

We did it!  Angie did a GREAT job!  28 minutes and something.  Mom and I weren't so happy with our times but we finished and got a medal!  (They had so many medals left over from last year's full and half that they gave them to this year's 5K finishers.)

Here I am!

Now, you may have been thinking, "I bet Julie is doing things but not posting." Well....you would be wrong! I actually wasn't doing Fitnatic type things! I just got very busy with company, tasks to do, and then piano meetings and lessons. But today I got back into gear. I walked over to the gym this afternoon. Did my usual routine of weights. Then I did The Stairway to Hell for 20 minutes. Then I walked home. It's interesting that my leg and foot have been very sore again since I've had a bit of time off. I really think the strength training I do for my back has a hugely positive impact on my leg and foot. Fitbit tells me I was 1 minute shy of 8 hours of sleep. Pretty good for me!

Same Old From Here

Been running on the TM every morning this week.  Foot was really bothering me during the night and still was this morning though.  However, I did my 2 miles and it seemed to ease up once I got going and the tylenol kicked in.  Bothered me yesterday some, too, and that's the first time in several weeks I've been so aware of it.  Maybe I'm getting use to it except when it flares up.

Heading to Whitewater tomorrow after church but staying in the other motel (there are only 2!) because it has a fitness center.  I called to make sure before making the reservation.  So I plan to keep running while gone.

Another Good Gym Outing!

Good gym again today! Walked over, it's a pretty enjoyable mosey. And the gym was empty again! Well, not empty. But I was able to do all my things, no problemo. So that was really nice. Just lifted my weights, did some ab stuff, walked home. Now I've been putting together a desk chair. Let me tell you!!!! Well, I can't tell anyone my assembly angst. It's best if only Sam knows. But it's built now!

First Reno Run!

I did it! This was my first run as a Renoian. Um...Renite? Whatever! I did it! It really took a pep talk to get out there. Change is hard and so I just had to get over that. Did three laps around the lake, which I guess is three miles. I will say this: it's a bit....stinky. There are a lot of ducks and geese over there and so there's a lot of duck and geese poo. But it isn't stinky the entire run. Just in two distinct (and little) spots. So it isn't a showstopper! I also did some ab stuff when I got back. I've been out of habit with food tracking/loseit for a bit, so I got back on track with that yesterday. It was just very very hard when I had everything packed and couldn't cook! But I made a meatloaf in my IP last night and build the recipe for that in the loseit app, so that is something I can track now. That said, I've been doing really good with the food choices I've been making and staying on track, weight wise. It made me happy to be able to 120 lbs on my new drivers license and not be lying about it!

Another gym day

I can really tell that I had some time off. Very gummy feeling at the gym today. Did my stuff, just didn't feel like I had a lot of strength for it. Suppose it will take a bit to get back in the swing of things.

Busier there today but not so busy I couldn't do what I wanted, when I wanted. So that was happy.

I walked there even though it was cold. Gotta toughen up!!

Lost Weekend but Home Now

I didn't do anything but walk while in Duluth for the class reunion but I did get outside and run 2 miles this morning here.  Very nice out.  55, sunny, slight breeze when I turned around to come home.  Not many days like this left for us I don't think.

Best news is that I didn't gain any weight over the weekend!  I didn't lose anything but I didn't gain anything and that's the best news.  I was kind of afraid to get on the scale this morning.

Hello Reno gym!

I did it! Today was gym day.  Little nervous, not knowing what to expect. But it turned out great. I walked over, it's half a mile.  Went straight to the weight section. There were 4 or 5 guys there. Small space, but we all got out business done.

Had one head nod and one person actually said hi. So that means we are bffs now, right? 

It was good, I am sore. And I was really glad to get back into the swing of things.

More of the Same

I'm running on the TM every morning and doing my exercises, too.  We have registered for the Gandy Marathon 5K on 10/15 so I want to be ready for that. I know I should be running outside but it's just a little too cool for the old man!  Will have to bundle up for the 5K.  If that goes well, I might also register for the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot over in Lindstrom.  I've done that a couple of times including last year.

And I don't want to brag or anything....but....I have lost 7 pounds during September!  Counting calories using Lose It and no beer or wine since August 28th.  I want to lost 6 more and get back to where I was when I lost all that weight a few years ago.  The goal is in sight!

I haven't posted all week?

What's the matter with me?  I've been running every single morning this past week except yesterday when I walked that 5K walk in Balsam Lake.  Just haven't posted here obviously.  Sorry about that!  Most runs have been inside on the TM.  I did run outside 1 or 2 days this week I think.  TM run this morning before church.  Raining like crazy out there this morning.

Bye Kensington Loop!

This was it! My last SD run as a CA resident. Can't believe the time is finally here.

Really great run this morning. I gave it my all! And it showed in my time, which was 29:28!  I was so excited about thst!

Tomorrow I am going to still try and get 10k steps. We shall see, but I'm gonna try!

Great run!

Really happy with my run times the past two days, 30 minutes! Yay! It's been a long long time since I have been at that pace. I haven't been to the gym for days and I won't get back there at this point. So I did squats and pushups yesterday and lunges and pushups today. I want to check out that gym on Tuesday, if I have time. Maybe workout on Wednesday. I'm hoping they will give me a week pass to test it out before I commit.

Outside Today

And just gorgeous!  60, full sun, little breeze.  Cool in the shade but very nice run.  I was going to take today off because I haven't taken a day off since last Sunday but it was so nice out.  Been inside on the TM all week but going outside now this week.  We are registered for a 5K walk next Saturday in Balsam Lake to raise money for suicide prevention programs in Polk County.  Same day as the Hogeland and Turner people are walking out there for the same cause in memory of Tristan.  Then we are going to register for a 5K on the Gandy Dancer trail starting in Luck set for October 15.  Been waiting to know what our Reno schedule would be so now that we know we can register for that run/walk.  My first real race since spring so looking forward to it.  Angie might run the half marathon that day!  She's thinking about it.  I hope to get back into good enough shape to run a half again next summer.  Foot seems to be doing better the last couple months.  Can't explain it but happy for it.

Good run

Had to talk a couple days off, I was so darn sore. I don't know if it is good to get so sore I can't walk! But I was in a lot better shape today and was able to run later this afternoon. Well, evening. And my time was about 31 minutes again! So glad I'm getting my pace down. Also did these planks I've been doing - getting a lot better at those, too! That's all I've got to report. Oh, my weight is staying down! But I ate at Crab Hut tonight so we shall see what tomorrow brings!

Running but Not Posting

I have been running on the TM every day this week but just haven't gotten around here to post about it.  Have upped my speed to 5.7 mph this week and going well.  Going to start going past 2 miles on Monday and see how that goes.  I use to run 3 miles every day and want to get back to that level.

I'm making some progress on my weight, too, and feeling very good about that.

So sore!

Well, I sure could feel my workout today. I'm sore! My quads - ouch. I am actually walking funny! And it has not gotten better as the day has progressed. I need a hot tub! I did run today, though. Which was probably ridiculous! But I wanted to keep my muscles warm. I didn't think it was particularly fast but I did 3 miles in 31 minutes. So I was really happy about that. Also had a couple walks today - again, wanted to keep my muscles warm. I don't know that it helped! Probably a day off tomorrow, I have a doctor appointment. I forgot to tell you that gym owner Shawn introduced me to a brand new employee as I was leaving last night. And he said, "I was telling Stephanie (the new employee) that you are one of the top 10 people that I have ever seen really change your body at that gym." So that was neat!

A weak baby lamb!

That's what my legs feel like! A weak trembly baby lamb! Today was my last session with Shawn and it was leg day. And it was HARD. Super challenging. Lots of squats and lunges and fake squats and more lunges. I can only imagine what I'm going to be feeling like tomorrow! Well....sore! So that's my report!

A New Week

But same old story.  Ran my 2 miles and did my exercises.

Busy day!

Exercise and work wise! Even though work was super busy, I did get out for a run early morning. I am sad to report that my blue tooth headset ran out of juice before the 1 mile mark! It was a quiet run, let me tell you. I knew it was low yesterday and I charged it. Well, I tried to charge it! Clearly I didn't really plug it in correctly. Alas. I had to think actual thoughts while I was out there today! And I also went to the gym today. It was weird. They are painting the floor and so big sections are unavailable for use and getting to the available sections requires one to walk through a maze. But I did it! I've been really hungry the past couple days. And tonight I'm meeting Cindy for dinner. WATCH OUT! I'm gonna have chips!

Much Better Today

Humidity has moved on east so a much better run outside this morning.  Very nice.

Running

Good run today - one of those days, though, where I really didn't want to do it. Took me a good bit of time to work up the courage! Glad I did it once I got out there, though. Now I'm walking to my massage. My last SD massage!

Foggy Run

Ran outside this morning in the fog and tropical humidity!  Very humid here now after all the rain we've had.  Good run though.

Back in business!

Well, the desert interlude is over. We had a really nice trip. Gym day with Shawn. Upper body again. Worked really hard! I'm feeling it already, tomorrow will be sore. Good sore!

Raining Cats and Dogs

And since I didn't want to run into any of those animals I opted for the TM here again this morning!

Beautiful Morning Run

Just perfect out there again today.  I'm getting use to this so when it changes it will be a shock.  62, sunny, light breeze.  Just right.  Ran the 2 miles and did my exercises when I got home.  Felt good all the way around.

Went for a walk with Mom last night and I almost had to be running to keep up with her!  We "walked" 2 miles in 35 miles so close to 4 mph.

Good run!

Pretty happy to report that my run pace was decent today! 3 miles and my time was about 31 minutes. It's been a long time since I've been in that range. I went early so maybe it was the coolness. Maybe I wasn't all worn out yet. And maybe it's that I've been running less. But MAYBE it is that my muscles are helping me! That's what I am choosing to believe!

Busy Day

Well, I had a busy exercise day. I didn't think I would get to go to the gym tonight, so I ran early. But then I did get to go to the gym. So double up! Really crabby today. So I needed to get out and about, for sure.