From one of those people who was always last or second to last during the runs during gym in elementary school, junior high school, and high school . . .
You can do it you can do it you can do it you can do it . . . I can, too!
I was always first. Always. No one could catch me. Not even close. Now - different story.
I was always first. Always. No one could catch me. Not even close. Now - different story.
Ok, no wonder you're getting down on yourself. It's PRIDE!
Good luck!
There is no such thing as leftover pizza. There is now pizza and later pizza. - anonymous The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
I realized how much weight I gained when I shaved my beard. I always can tell in my face.
Jump Rope 12 minutes, three sets of 4min.
Speed bag three rounds
Dips three sets of 12
Stand up chest press 3 sets of 35
Arm curls 3 sets of 20
Hammer curls 3 sets of 20
push ups 2 sets of 50
Still slacking, usually my real workout is a hell of alot harder.
Getting there.
Get em a Body Bag Yeeeeeaaaaa!
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
Well my training schedule is interrupted for a while. While trail running Sunday I suffered a Grade III sprain. I am wearing this gawdawful boot thing and can't run, swim or bike for a while. Once the swelling and pain subside I will be able to switch to a lace up brace and spin on the bike and pool run. But then after those activities I have to put the "Barge Boot" back on.
I am upset! I was in one of best running conditions and now that will be lost. Oh well, sh** happens. I had already paid my $50.00 for the upcoming trail race on Saturday too. That won't be happening. It is difficult to walk to the car now, much less run or walk 14 miles of single path.
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way it treats its animals. Ghandi
Well my training schedule is interrupted for a while. While trail running Sunday I suffered a Grade III sprain. I am wearing this gawdawful boot thing and can't run, swim or bike for a while. Once the swelling and pain subside I will be able to switch to a lace up brace and spin on the bike and pool run. But then after those activities I have to put the "Barge Boot" back on.
I am upset! I was in one of best running conditions and now that will be lost. Oh well, sh** happens. I had already paid my $50.00 for the upcoming trail race on Saturday too. That won't be happening. It is difficult to walk to the car now, much less run or walk 14 miles of single path.
Aww man drag. I guess its ruff terrain on this trail?
Do ya wear special special when you run there?
Get em a Body Bag Yeeeeeaaaaa!
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
Aww man drag. I guess its ruff terrain on this trail?
Do ya wear special special when you run there?
Yeah, it's a pretty rough trail - singlepath, roots, rocks, hickory nuts, gum balls (from gum trees) etc. It was a pretty smooth section that I was running on when my ankle went over, however. It was just something little under the leaves. I have hurt this ankle before several times. It is weaker than it should be.
I usually don't wear a brace after my injuries heal because then the ankle won't strenthen on its own. However, I will probably be wearing some kind of brace for a while once I get back to running. It is a pretty serious sprain.
By the way, I am female. And what is funny in a strange kind of way is three weeks earlier - on the same trail - my husband sprained his ankle. However, his was not as bad as mine.
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way it treats its animals. Ghandi
2 miles. I haven't run in over 2 weeks, and it was pretty cool. I listened to In the End about 3 time, and PJ's In my Tree among others. I just hope I don't get swept at the Cherry Blossom Run. Of course, we'll see when we get there. No matter what I'm having cake afterwards. If I'm really on the ball it would cake I bake
From one of those people who was always last or second to last during the runs during gym in elementary school, junior high school, and high school . . .
You can do it you can do it you can do it you can do it . . . I can, too!
When is the Cherry Blossom?
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way it treats its animals. Ghandi
Yeah, it's a pretty rough trail - singlepath, roots, rocks, hickory nuts, gum balls (from gum trees) etc. It was a pretty smooth section that I was running on when my ankle went over, however. It was just something little under the leaves. I have hurt this ankle before several times. It is weaker than it should be.
I usually don't wear a brace after my injuries heal because then the ankle won't strenthen on its own. However, I will probably be wearing some kind of brace for a while once I get back to running. It is a pretty serious sprain.
By the way, I am female. And what is funny in a strange kind of way is three weeks earlier - on the same trail - my husband sprained his ankle. However, his was not as bad as mine.
Your hubby two?
Ah it was ment to be.
Get em a Body Bag Yeeeeeaaaaa!
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
April 6th. I receive emails from a Cherry Blossom trainer. You can sign up for these on the website. I received one that said that today's goal is 33 minutes non-stop (it's the goal for beginners). The trainer pointed out that if a trainee could complete this goal, then the 10-miler will be within grasp. I'm like "NO SWEAT!" That race is mine! (... as long as they don't sweep me *blush*)
I just hope I won't be bored to tears because headphones aren't allowed. Running without music *shakes head*
Sorry to hear about your ankle. Man, that rots! I hope you feel better.
There is no such thing as leftover pizza. There is now pizza and later pizza. - anonymous The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
April 6th. I receive emails from a Cherry Blossom trainer. You can sign up for these on the website. I received one that said that today's goal is 33 minutes non-stop (it's the goal for beginners). I'm like "NO SWEAT!" That race is mine! (... as long as they don't sweep me *blush*)
I just hope I won't be bored to tears because headphones aren't allowed. Running without music *shakes head*
Sorry to hear about your ankle. Man, that rots! I hope you feel better.
You won't be bored - not in a big race like that. I think it is more fun to race without music. If it is a 10 miler your heart rate should be low enough to chit chat with other runners here and there. Also, without headphones you can enjoy all of the details of the race - the bystanders cheering, the sound of your own steps on the pavement - it is just better. Take my word for it! Just enjoy the experience for what it is.
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way it treats its animals. Ghandi
3 miles, including a hill that is consistently hard for me. It's not steep as much as long, and it's always a chore. After the hill this time I wasn't able to reach out of the funk that hills put me in. Time to research how to run inclines efficiently.
Any ideas?
There is no such thing as leftover pizza. There is now pizza and later pizza. - anonymous The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
3 miles, including a hill that is consistently hard for me. It's not steep as much as long, and it's always a chore. After the hill this time I wasn't able to reach out of the funk that hills put me in. Time to research how to run inclines efficiently.
Any ideas?
I'm the last person to answering this, but when I used to roadrun and I can upon a hill I would have trouble with, I would lean back a little bit and kick up my quads a bit more and also concentrate on my heel kick.
That's it, I don't know how else to describe it, and I'm NO expert on this. Good luck!
3 miles, including a hill that is consistently hard for me. It's not steep as much as long, and it's always a chore. After the hill this time I wasn't able to reach out of the funk that hills put me in. Time to research how to run inclines efficiently.
Any ideas?
long hills are the worst. I like short steep ones much better cuz it's fun to just power right up. but long...ugh, you just kinda poop out.
I just took a 2.25 hour "lunch" and went to the gym. I was sitting here doing nothing and I was like, dude, I'm just gonna take off. I ran about 3.4 miles, did some crunches, and my entire upper body workout.
does anyone else find flies to be useless? I keep increasing the weight but I really don't get much out of it. I super set them with lat raises- what could I do instead (I already have chest presses in there)?
3 miles, including a hill that is consistently hard for me. It's not steep as much as long, and it's always a chore. After the hill this time I wasn't able to reach out of the funk that hills put me in. Time to research how to run inclines efficiently.
Any ideas?
Hill repeats. Painful but necessary. Check out your running websites for some hill repeat drills.
Also, keep your shoulders back. Sometimes, running up hills one will hunch their shoulders forward, but you need your shoulders to be back so the lungs can expand fully.
Also, take smaller steps, but keep up the pace. Be optimistic. Tell yourself that you are going to top the hill faster than anyone else. Don't rest until you get to the top and imagine yourself gliding over the top. Don't focus on the pain and your struggle.
Also.... keep repeating over and over.... "I love hills."
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way it treats its animals. Ghandi
Hill repeats. Painful but necessary. Check out your running websites for some hill repeat drills.
Also, keep your shoulders back. Sometimes, running up hills one will hunch their shoulders forward, but you need your shoulders to be back so the lungs can expand fully.
Also, take smaller steps, but keep up the pace. Be optimistic. Tell yourself that you are going to top the hill faster than anyone else. Don't rest until you get to the top and imagine yourself gliding over the top. Don't focus on the pain and your struggle.
Also.... keep repeating over and over.... "I love hills."
Thanks for the notes
Ok, I LOVE HILLS! I think I can I know I can I know I can.
There is no such thing as leftover pizza. There is now pizza and later pizza. - anonymous The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
Saturday I ran 4.5 miles, and there were two snippets when the running seemed natural. Usually, it's a little bit of a struggle. I'm worried that I may get swept at the Cherry Blossom Race because I'm not the fastest runner. However, when I felt these natural states of running, which are not runner's highs, I knew I could do it. One of the times I was in a natural state of running I was too concerned that I would go too fast, and be too tired. I slowed myself down consciously. Next time I won't slow myself down. It's such an unusual feeling.
In life, there are certain milestones of physical activity that can define you. A sub 5 second 40 yard dash, a 40 inch vertical leap and so forth. To a white person, the absolute pinnacle of fitness is to run a marathon. Not to win, just to run.
White people will train for months, telling everyone who will listen about how they get up early in the morning, they run when it rains, how it makes them feels so great and gives them energy.
When they finish the marathon, they will generally take a photo of themselves in a pair of New Balance sneakers, running shorts, and their marathon number with both hands over their head in triumph (seriously, look it up, this is universal).
They will then set goals like running in the Boston Marathon or the New York Marathon.
If you find yourself in a situation where a white person is talking about a marathon, you must be impressed or you will lose favor with them immediately. Running for a certain length of time on a specific day is a very important thing to a white person and should not be demeaned.
Also worth nothing, more competitive white people prefer triathlons because Kenyans can’t afford $10,000 specialty bicycles. If the subject ever comes up, just say that triathletes are in better shape than football and basketball players. It’s not true, but it will make the conversation a lot more genial.
Oops, I guess you have to make sure Primer is spelled together. It's not taking on this post.
There is no such thing as leftover pizza. There is now pizza and later pizza. - anonymous The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
If the subject ever comes up, just say that triathletes are in better shape than football and basketball players. It’s not true, but it will make the conversation a lot more genial.
Very funny article. I have seen it before and it hits close to home. However, I strongly disagree with the above statement. WE [triathletes] ARE IN BETTER SHAPE than the aforementioned players. I refuse to believe otherwise.
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way it treats its animals. Ghandi
Well after taking one week off after my Grade III sprain (other than doing some strengthening), I started spinning. I also swam with a buoy between my knees so I didn't have to kick. Late last week I started on the elliptical trainer. It doesn't hurt my ankle, but the treadmill does. I figure the elliptical machine, other than the treadmill, most closely simulates running. I am trying to keep some semblance of running condition. I MUST be ready for River to River Relay on April 19. http://rrr.olm.net/. I have done all legs of the Relay except for Runner #1 and Runner #3. I had planned to be Runner #1, but it is kind of a difficult one. If I am not back in good shape I may have to do #3, and save #1 for last! My team is Team Synergy by the way.
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way it treats its animals. Ghandi
Well after taking one week off after my Grade III sprain (other than doing some strengthening), I started spinning. I also swam with a buoy between my knees so I didn't have to kick. Late last week I started on the elliptical trainer. It doesn't hurt my ankle, but the treadmill does. I figure the elliptical machine, other than the treadmill, most closely simulates running. I am trying to keep some semblance of running condition. I MUST be ready for River to River Relay on April 19. http://rrr.olm.net/. I have done all legs of the Relay except for Runner #1 and Runner #3. I had planned to be Runner #1, but it is kind of a difficult one. If I am not back in good shape I may have to do #3, and save #1 for last! My team is Team Synergy by the way.
Wow! That's pretty cool! Good luck, and I hope you feel healthy while you're doing it.
There is no such thing as leftover pizza. There is now pizza and later pizza. - anonymous The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
Very funny article. I have seen it before and it hits close to home. However, I strongly disagree with the above statement. WE [triathletes] ARE IN BETTER SHAPE than the aforementioned players. I refuse to believe otherwise.
I think it depends what you mean by "better shape". Better cardiovascular shape? For sure. But imo, the risk:benefit ratio of joint injury vs. a stronger heart reaches a point of diminishing returns after a certain point. Ultimately, the reasons to run long distances all the time become more of a motivational/inspirational nature than a health benefit.
Ran 1 & 1/2 miles
Jump Rope 10 minutes
3 sets of squats
3 sets of dips
3 sets of pull ups, only 5 times each
speed bag 10 minutes
Navy seal push ups three sets of 10, very hard.
Usually I do two sets of 50 push ups daily but these are hard as hell.
Get em a Body Bag Yeeeeeaaaaa!
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
Comments
I was always first. Always. No one could catch me. Not even close. Now - different story.
Good luck!
The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
Jump Rope 12 minutes, three sets of 4min.
Speed bag three rounds
Dips three sets of 12
Stand up chest press 3 sets of 35
Arm curls 3 sets of 20
Hammer curls 3 sets of 20
push ups 2 sets of 50
Still slacking, usually my real workout is a hell of alot harder.
Getting there.
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
Ran One Mile
Thats it.
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
I am upset! I was in one of best running conditions and now that will be lost. Oh well, sh** happens. I had already paid my $50.00 for the upcoming trail race on Saturday too. That won't be happening. It is difficult to walk to the car now, much less run or walk 14 miles of single path.
Aww man drag. I guess its ruff terrain on this trail?
Do ya wear special special when you run there?
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
Yeah, it's a pretty rough trail - singlepath, roots, rocks, hickory nuts, gum balls (from gum trees) etc. It was a pretty smooth section that I was running on when my ankle went over, however. It was just something little under the leaves. I have hurt this ankle before several times. It is weaker than it should be.
I usually don't wear a brace after my injuries heal because then the ankle won't strenthen on its own. However, I will probably be wearing some kind of brace for a while once I get back to running. It is a pretty serious sprain.
By the way, I am female. And what is funny in a strange kind of way is three weeks earlier - on the same trail - my husband sprained his ankle. However, his was not as bad as mine.
When is the Cherry Blossom?
Your hubby two?
Ah it was ment to be.
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
bike 10 minutes
shot hoops in disgust
I just hope I won't be bored to tears because headphones aren't allowed. Running without music *shakes head*
Sorry to hear about your ankle. Man, that rots! I hope you feel better.
The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
You won't be bored - not in a big race like that. I think it is more fun to race without music. If it is a 10 miler your heart rate should be low enough to chit chat with other runners here and there. Also, without headphones you can enjoy all of the details of the race - the bystanders cheering, the sound of your own steps on the pavement - it is just better. Take my word for it! Just enjoy the experience for what it is.
ran 2 miles
bike 15 minutes
almost hurled in celebration
Any ideas?
The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
I'm the last person to answering this, but when I used to roadrun and I can upon a hill I would have trouble with, I would lean back a little bit and kick up my quads a bit more and also concentrate on my heel kick.
That's it, I don't know how else to describe it, and I'm NO expert on this. Good luck!
Jump Rope 12 minutes
Ran One mile
Speed Bag 3 rounds
Heavy Bag 3 rounds
Sweep the Leg Johnny.
long hills are the worst. I like short steep ones much better cuz it's fun to just power right up. but long...ugh, you just kinda poop out.
does anyone else find flies to be useless? I keep increasing the weight but I really don't get much out of it. I super set them with lat raises- what could I do instead (I already have chest presses in there)?
Hill repeats. Painful but necessary. Check out your running websites for some hill repeat drills.
Also, keep your shoulders back. Sometimes, running up hills one will hunch their shoulders forward, but you need your shoulders to be back so the lungs can expand fully.
Also, take smaller steps, but keep up the pace. Be optimistic. Tell yourself that you are going to top the hill faster than anyone else. Don't rest until you get to the top and imagine yourself gliding over the top. Don't focus on the pain and your struggle.
Also.... keep repeating over and over.... "I love hills."
Ok, I LOVE HILLS! I think I can I know I can I know I can.
The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com/2008/01/26/27-marathons/
"Stuff White People Like"
#27 Marathons
January 26, 2008 by clander
In life, there are certain milestones of physical activity that can define you. A sub 5 second 40 yard dash, a 40 inch vertical leap and so forth. To a white person, the absolute pinnacle of fitness is to run a marathon. Not to win, just to run.
White people will train for months, telling everyone who will listen about how they get up early in the morning, they run when it rains, how it makes them feels so great and gives them energy.
When they finish the marathon, they will generally take a photo of themselves in a pair of New Balance sneakers, running shorts, and their marathon number with both hands over their head in triumph (seriously, look it up, this is universal).
They will then set goals like running in the Boston Marathon or the New York Marathon.
If you find yourself in a situation where a white person is talking about a marathon, you must be impressed or you will lose favor with them immediately. Running for a certain length of time on a specific day is a very important thing to a white person and should not be demeaned.
Also worth nothing, more competitive white people prefer triathlons because Kenyans can’t afford $10,000 specialty bicycles. If the subject ever comes up, just say that triathletes are in better shape than football and basketball players. It’s not true, but it will make the conversation a lot more genial.
http://dean.runnersworld.com/2008/03/runabout.html?cm_mmc=training-_-2008_03_18-_-training-_-BLOG%3a%20Try%20a%20Runabout
and some hill advice:
http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7 ... s%20Primer
Oops, I guess you have to make sure Primer is spelled together. It's not taking on this post.
The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
Very funny article. I have seen it before and it hits close to home. However, I strongly disagree with the above statement. WE [triathletes] ARE IN BETTER SHAPE than the aforementioned players. I refuse to believe otherwise.
The risk I took was calculated, but man, am I bad at math - The Mincing Mockingbird
(Also, not all triathlons are endurace races. There are lots of sprint tri's that are of varying lengths).
Jump Rope 10 minutes
3 sets of squats
3 sets of dips
3 sets of pull ups, only 5 times each
speed bag 10 minutes
Navy seal push ups three sets of 10, very hard.
Usually I do two sets of 50 push ups daily but these are hard as hell.
Sweep the Leg Johnny.