My job is taking a huge chunk out of my training schedule. I've been in Chicago for the last couple of days and will be home all next week. THEN off to Milwaukee, WI for the youth summer trip for another week.
Right about now I have to trust in the training that has happened already. Trust that I am actually in better shape than I feel since the Motel 6 Rolling Meadows, Il absolutely blows and haven't ran, swam or biked since last Tuesday.
I have been overwhelmed by everyone's support though. As donations start to roll in, it's clear that there are folks that have joined up with me in this venture. I am proud to represent Jared in this endeavor and in some ways all of you as well.
Okay, I'm excited again!!
Thanks for checking in!
Saturday, July 21, 2007
Thursday, July 12, 2007
excited and yet...grrr...
All this gear is expensive. Shoes, shorts, wet suit even, biking stuff...
I love this whole training thing, and I'm still UBER pumped about everything going on and I am growing to truly love this sport.
But, dang!
The gear is expensive...
I love this whole training thing, and I'm still UBER pumped about everything going on and I am growing to truly love this sport.
But, dang!
The gear is expensive...
And...we're back
Now fully back from vacation, it all seems like a distant-ish memory. But, it's my part of the bargain to keep y'all informed about my workout regiment during vacation and how thing are going.
So,
Vacation was great. Time in the Pocono Mountains of PA afforded me lots of different ways to train that I wouldn't have had here. Mostly, I took advantage of running trails and hills at the retreat center that we stayed at. I also spent lots of time hiking with the family, the boy in a kelty backpack for most of them, and biking the main roads to and from Wilderness Camp and the Retreat Center.
I am pleased with the effort. Pool time was non-existant, so I tried to really beef up the hiking, running and biking.
Once we left PA, it was on to CT where we visited some friends. No running, mostly biking on the Farmington Canal trail. Our host, Eric, actually biked with me for what ended up being the longest trip...somewhere in the 13-14 mile range.
Once back here, I've actually become more motivated to keep at it. I feel like I've plateaued a little bit, and I'm afraid it may be time for different shoes. My jogs are ending up with lots of back pain, the last three anyway, and I'm thinking my shoes are the cluprit. It's a shame too, because they're so dang comfy. I think though there's not enough cushion and my back is paying the price.
Speaking of paying the price...
It's now officially time to start banging the pavement for donors for what I'm affectionately referring to as Team Jared. Don't forget, this race isn't about me. It's about raising funds for our friend undergoing treament for leukemia. I'll be asking, so be ready to respond. Yes or No, it's up to you.
I did receive my first donation the other day and it made me really glad to be able to help Jared and his family out. My guess is that I'll be blessed time and time again by the generosity of others.
Today was swim and bike. Not bad, not bad at all...
Tomorrow, long bike...should be great!!
So,
Vacation was great. Time in the Pocono Mountains of PA afforded me lots of different ways to train that I wouldn't have had here. Mostly, I took advantage of running trails and hills at the retreat center that we stayed at. I also spent lots of time hiking with the family, the boy in a kelty backpack for most of them, and biking the main roads to and from Wilderness Camp and the Retreat Center.
I am pleased with the effort. Pool time was non-existant, so I tried to really beef up the hiking, running and biking.
Once we left PA, it was on to CT where we visited some friends. No running, mostly biking on the Farmington Canal trail. Our host, Eric, actually biked with me for what ended up being the longest trip...somewhere in the 13-14 mile range.
Once back here, I've actually become more motivated to keep at it. I feel like I've plateaued a little bit, and I'm afraid it may be time for different shoes. My jogs are ending up with lots of back pain, the last three anyway, and I'm thinking my shoes are the cluprit. It's a shame too, because they're so dang comfy. I think though there's not enough cushion and my back is paying the price.
Speaking of paying the price...
It's now officially time to start banging the pavement for donors for what I'm affectionately referring to as Team Jared. Don't forget, this race isn't about me. It's about raising funds for our friend undergoing treament for leukemia. I'll be asking, so be ready to respond. Yes or No, it's up to you.
I did receive my first donation the other day and it made me really glad to be able to help Jared and his family out. My guess is that I'll be blessed time and time again by the generosity of others.
Today was swim and bike. Not bad, not bad at all...
Tomorrow, long bike...should be great!!
Thursday, June 28, 2007
as of right now...
I'm on vacation. Dunno if I'll be able to check in, but I'll be working my butt off to not fall behind...
Later...
Later...
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
A nice tool...
...to consider using is the training log at Runner's World.com.
It's pretty extensive. It actually allows you to map out routes on the roads around you, tells you the distance, and marks the miles out for you as well. Once you give each one a name, you can simply refer to it in the log by its name and the log will automatically add in the distance to the logging tool.
If you're a runner or training for something, it's a cool little deal...
It's pretty extensive. It actually allows you to map out routes on the roads around you, tells you the distance, and marks the miles out for you as well. Once you give each one a name, you can simply refer to it in the log by its name and the log will automatically add in the distance to the logging tool.
If you're a runner or training for something, it's a cool little deal...
after a tiny break
I'm back at it. Tuesdays normally an off day for me, but after the long weekend, my body needed the extra day of sleep. I also am leaving for vacation this Saturday, so pool time (and some bike time) will be taking a hit, but we're vacationing in the mountains, so some altitude training and mega hills will be in order.
So, in order to compensate for the time off the bike and out of the pool, I am going to hit it a little harder this week. Today was a minor bump in the workout. I did 20 min in the pool instead of the 14 and 33 minutes on the bike instead of 29, which doesn't sound like much, but did extend my workout by 10 minutes. At my current pace that's either about 2.5 miles more on the bike or an additonal quarter mile in the pool.
Tomorrow is pool only, so we'll see. AND did I mention I did the entire 20 minutes in the pool today swimming freestyle (race style). No side strokes or back strokes to rest and catch my breath. I was...well...surprised to say the least after taking more of a break this weekend than I wanted to.
BUT
My legs were dead. I saw it coming. I spent all weekend volunteering at the state Special Olympics and that means a lot of long days on the feet.
So, that's about it...
So, in order to compensate for the time off the bike and out of the pool, I am going to hit it a little harder this week. Today was a minor bump in the workout. I did 20 min in the pool instead of the 14 and 33 minutes on the bike instead of 29, which doesn't sound like much, but did extend my workout by 10 minutes. At my current pace that's either about 2.5 miles more on the bike or an additonal quarter mile in the pool.
Tomorrow is pool only, so we'll see. AND did I mention I did the entire 20 minutes in the pool today swimming freestyle (race style). No side strokes or back strokes to rest and catch my breath. I was...well...surprised to say the least after taking more of a break this weekend than I wanted to.
BUT
My legs were dead. I saw it coming. I spent all weekend volunteering at the state Special Olympics and that means a lot of long days on the feet.
So, that's about it...
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