Normally I get up and run early but today it was pouring pitch folks and hammer handles (similar to cats and dogs) and I don't like to get my iPod wet so I stayed in.
At work we have a very nice running path and walking path. My company is very involved in the health and wellness of its employees which is quite cool. We have a gym too.
Anyway - today I'm gonna run a few laps on the path (about 3 miles) and then hit the gym after work since I normally lift at lunch.
Good News though Rain = Spring is close!
mariodsantana says:
Oh, I love running in the rain. It took about 3 or 4 times before I figured out the right way to dress for it, depending on the temperature - and it cost me a pretty penny to get the right clothes - but it was worth it. Not only is it all pretty and hazy outside, there's something about the the white noise that's soothing. And, as I've read on here somewhere before, you always feel twice as accomplished after a run in the rain, compared to doing the same run on a nice day...
kasdogs says:
What do you like to wear? Most waterproof raingear is too heavy and doesn't breathe. I'd like suggestions for something light (our rains are usually in the high 50s/low 60s in temp) but that didn't leave me waterlogged at the end of the run.
Anyone else having trouble with the trace your route feature? When I click to start "tracing" nothing happens.
kasdogs says:
Never mind, after closing out and going back into the trace your run function and banging my mouse hard on the desk, it suddenly started working again. Go figure.
Ok, so I decided to train for a marathon that is a bit later in the year. I am going to join my friend when she does her half marathon, but I'll do the either the 5 or 10K.
I've joined a Biggest Loser contest at work to give me motivation to get fit for the half marathon and to lose weight. Whoever loses the most weight within 2 months wins all the money that people put in to join the contest.
Today I did a mile on the treadmill (which I did slightly faster than my previous one , 16:32 rather than 16:45) and did 2.2 miles on the stationary bike in 20 minutes. Off I go!!!
katayb says:
Good for you! Keep up the good work!
mariodsantana says:
Nice! The great thing is that if you keep it up, you'll start to see results almost right away. I've been using thedailyplate.com to track my calories, along with this site to track my running, and it's been awesome. Keep it up, and keep tracking and logging!
Oh Boy, everytime I read you guys clocking mega miles ...it keeps me motivated.. I miss a day of exercise (any form) all I have to do is login here and read about all you folks here running, biking etc and enjoying...
well since the Half marathon I was aiming for has been postponed... my training for the Half has also been a bit erratic... but nevertheless I am still logging in a 7k/8k once a week (and its been only 3 weeks !) and continuing my other stuff parallely...
But thanks for all the motivation...
Took johnnyk8's advice and went to Runner's High today here in Long Beach, CA. Shoe guy said the best running shoe for flat feet were Brooks Beast. Looks really bulky but were really comfy. Don't know if I'll use them for the 5K this weekend since they probably need to be broken in a bit. Can't wait to hit the road with them!
johnnyk8 says:
Cool - give them a try and stick with what works. It took me about 2 or 3 types before I found my best fitting shoe. Then I bought 2 more pairs and tossed them under the bed for later use. Asics Nimbus 11, I bought some Adidas Response CSH18 too.
Ok I know the go to products appears to be the garmin 305, 205 or the 310. Is there anything else out there you have used? Polar, Timex????
Money not too much of a concern as I know it's gonna cost I. The 200 - 400 range.
That 305 for 139 on Amazon and other online dealers seems too good to pass up though. I have questions about water resitance etc.
I could use my blackberry. Only for there was a log your run app for the blackberry curve.
Let me know what you think.
Thanks
moir says:
<Probably best to give us an idea what you're going to be using it for.
You suggest water resistance is important. Are you taking it swimming?
If(like me) you always run the same set of routes, then you can get away with the garmin forerunner 50. Used to be cheap as chips, now a little more pricey, but much cheaper than the alternatives. -i think i read somewhere that the watch drowns if you take it swimming, but that the chest-strap is fine.
As soon as you start running off the beaten track your gps(or at least a footpod) become necessary, and that's when the price starts climbing...>
You don't mention if this is actually for running or if you even want your hr measured... so i could be completely off base...
well last week i reentered the world of training, & i was soooo grateful. i love working out & i love being in a groove & training for something & feeling great. the sunshine also adds to that & the change of season doesn't hurt either ;)
last week i went to two spin classes, worked on the elliptical and did weights. i am not going to run until next week most likely. i want to make sure this knee is ready to go.
this week, i am going to see how many spin classes i can fit in my schedule, as well as the elliptical & i plan to weight train at least 3 times this week. i set my sights high & i know i will be able to reach those goals. next week, i will most likely alternate between spin & a one mile run, & then two depending on how the knee is feeling. i am also going to check in with a doc sometime this week.
i'm not sure if i'll be able to run the half that i intended to run, but i will be running one nonetheless, just a little bit out from the date i anticipated, & tha... Read full entry
