Getting Better at the Gym

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

Updates

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

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

Yes, we have considered asylum in Canada!

Another No Sneeze Run!

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

Another Gym Day

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

I went to the gym!

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

Injury Report

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

Back in business!

I've been running since I've been back in SD. 3 miles although today I did 3.5. And I've been including a hill in my route, so it's a good run. Too hot today, that's for sure. But I did it and now am just really hydrating. Pace is getting better again, I'm super happy about that.

Inside Running

Huge thunder and rain storms here this morning so I very wisely opted for the TM in the basement.  Had a good 2 mile run there and then push ups and situps.  1.7 inches in the rain gauge when I finally got outside to check it.

Back on the road at home

Got back on track this morning with a nice 2 miler outside.  Perfect weather and a good run.  Also back to my push ups and sit ups. 

Grandma's Marathon Weekend Update

We did great!  Mary Ellen and I ran the 5K on Friday evening and survived.  Julie and Angie ran the half marathon on Saturday and did more than survive...they rocked it!  Excellent weekend all the way around.

I Ran UP the Hill!

Don't know what got into me this morning but I decided to run from the house and see how it went.  Ran up the hill and only walked about 50 feet in the middle of the 2 mile run. That's progress for an old man!  Also did 50 push ups and 50 sit ups when I got back to the house.  Feeling good about all of it!

Still At It

Don't know what to say about the sneezing/no sneezing business.  Sure wish you could get some answers on that.

I'm running outside these days but only managing about a mile and a half.  Having a real mental block about running up the driveway and up the hill to Swagers.  So I have been walking that far and then running to Peer's driveway and home again.  Not sure what I will do when the Fitnatics 5K comes around.  Will just do my best I guess. 

No Sneeze / Sneeze!

Weird times over here! Sunday I did a 6 mile run. Went well (slow!). No sneezing or nose blowing. Today I did a 2.78 mile run (too hot!) and now I've been sneezing and blowing ever since. And I have a little headache. Let's just say grrrrr! It's a lot dryer today than it has been. Also, I haven't been consistently using that nasal steroid spray. I did start again, though. So maybe that will help. Who knows, it is a mystery!

Outside Run

Hope you're still "sneezeless."

I ran outside this morning.  Nice day.  60, no wind, cloudy.  Went well but only did 1.6 miles.  Have a psych hurdle to get over about running up the hill to Swager's before I start running on more level ground.  Walked the hill and ran the rest of the way.  I'll get over it, though, don't worry!

Two more sneezeless runs!

Well, this is getting exciting! I ran yesterday and again today, no sneezes! Still keeping my ENT appointment next week, though.

A run with no sneezes!

I can't believe it, but it's true! I decided to go for it and run just to see what would happen. And, man, was it HARD. I can tell I haven't been running. But, after my run, I walked once around the lake. No sneezes. I did have some nose blowing. But I've been in good shape the rest of the night. I've got a nasal spray I've been using (it's just an OTC steroid spray with NO antihistamines) and I quit taking a medicine. So maybe it's one of those things. Maybe it just needs a couple runs to start again. Maybe it knows I made an appointment with an ENT so it is scared. Many options! There's no way I can run that half, though, even if I don't sneeze anymore. A month away and I could hardly run 3 miles today. Yikes!

Just Walking

I've just been going for walks, I'm sad to report. That's it, that's my full report!

Outside Running

I've taken a few days off, too, while I was in Whitewater.  So back at it today and ran outside this morning.  Short run, only 1.6 miles but it's a start!  Felt good doing it so plan to add distance tomorrow and see how that goes.  Also back to pushups and situps.

Back to Running and Sneezing

I'm back! I decided that I wasn't going to even think about running while Mom was here. I thought maybe a break would help with the sneezing. But no! I ran 3 miles yesterday and promptly started sneezing when I was done. Lasted all night and my nose is very runny and irritated this morning. I am going to get in touch with my primary and see what specialist she recommends next. Angie and I have been busy Dr. Interneting me and we are in agreement about non-allergic rhinitis / exercise induced rhinitis.

3 miles and tired

I can tell I haven't been running. I did 3 miles today and that was for sure my max. I didn't have any more spice in me. But I did that and I'm glad about it. I also walked 2 miles after. No sneezing but I did have some nose blowing. Now, after, the inside of my nose feels itchy. So I hope that doesn't mean that ramping up the running again will ramp up the sneezing again. We'll see, though.