James
The weather today almost makes one forget about the snowy cold winter, almost. Beautiful day for a run and form felt good which made up for a lackluster attempt yesterday. Happy Thursday!
- Miles:
- 943 total / 0 in 2012
- Goal:
Stay fit.
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RUN
good 50° F and Sunny 5.01 mi 00:48 09:35 pace
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blah Short run 1.48 mi 00:14:43 09:56 pace
Nothing to see here folks, keep moving, nothing to see. Not being on a training schedule allowed me to abandon this run as I wasn't feeling strong. I don't want to push my body like I might have ... read more
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It's all good James. Good to live to fight another day and be smart today. You know where you were and that running at all is a big step foward, so good idea to listen to the bod. The heavy work on your new trainer prob did add to you being drained, you're right...rest up!
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@Vern, I was thinking the exact same thing this morning -- but, I feel like if I don't run at least 3 miles that it's really not a run at all. Go figure.
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I've had similar feelings on short runs, but then when I think about it, miles are miles, and they're all good!
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good interval training 12 mi 00:45 16.0mph pace
Three times three minute intervals within a 45 minute workout on the trainer. Was going to run this morning but it's cold and rainy so I was glad to have the alternative bike trainer available. H... read more
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Nice workout James ... It's a very nice alternative... I'm going to hit my trainer as well today if time allows. Snowing yet again and need a break from the treadmill...Have a great day....
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Way to take advantage of your new toy and really nice workout!
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Nice Job:
Very good workout on your new trainer, James!!!
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good windy ride 10.77 mi 00:54 12.0mph pace
Lessons learned on my first road bike ride on a windy day outdoors:
1. When approaching an intersection where it is likely that I will have to stop, it is important that I remember that my cyclin... read more-
I have an old hybrid with standard peddles, so didn't learn 1 and 4, but can definitely relate to 2 and 3. Although I didn't find too many protected areas, and wind always seemed to be in my face.
11 months ago • Like
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Nice Job:
You will learn soon!! Very good ride, even with the wind!!!
11 months ago
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Great cycling points James ...The wind is always tough ...Let me also suggest a cell phone when riding (probably do so anyway). Always makes me feel a little more secure ... Must have been a tad chill eh?
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Good first lessons, James! Running into a headwind is tough, but to me wind is a bigger factor cycling than running. I don't have clip pedals, but can well imagine the discomfort of stopping while clipped in! :)
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good ended well, at least 5 mi 00:50 10:04 pace
Should have ridden my bike instead, perhaps. The beginning of this run was slow and laborious, then I became maudlin in the trail section -- a maze of broken trees, a result of the impenitent win... read more
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Nice Job:
Glad you finished strong, James! Nice effort. xo
11 months ago
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If it makes you feel any better, the spring rains here have renovated the hillsides in much the same way. I'm glad you found it worthwhile in the end, as did I. :)
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Hey James... I was thinking about you and your bike today. It got as nice as it's been in a while this afternoon (upper 40's) ... Still a little cool but sure you are itching to hop on the new ride...
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good sweat fest 15 mi 01:00 15.0mph pace
Only planned to do 1/2 hour, but really was enjoying the workout so managed an hour on the trainer this morning. Butt was sore starting at the 45 minute mark and continued -- guess I'll get accust... read more
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for some reason my butt can't take the trainer nearly as long as being out doors, which is so odd considering it's the same dang seat. I thinkt it's because out doors you have a tendancy to shift around. I am impressed you did an hour your first time on. I always put a fan in front of me so it keeps the sweat down a bit.
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You inspire me so much, James! What a great ride! Love that you loved this workout.
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Leslie makes an interesting point. I do get used to my saddle, but I have to confess I can't stand the trainer. It would improve my technique tremendously, but I can't bring myself to do the workouts, so good for you! Love hearing that you're enjoying it! :)
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The perspective is a little strange in this photo: After work, setting up my trainer for my new bike (Yippie!!) because we're expecting some bad weather in the next couple of days -- snow, again!
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I like your cycling outfit! Bike looks beautiful, I heard about the snow heading your way...
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oooh make sure to change out your back tire quick release skewer with the one that came with the trainer. I made the mistake of keeping original one that came with the bike.... eventually it wore down and no longer fit the trainer attachment so well and I did a not so graceful and slightly painful "dismount".
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Nice! Are you going to name the bike?
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good sunny 4 miler 4 mi 00:40 09:55 pace
I've been so ambivalent about running that any reason not to run is taken: Too cold for shorts, No; Too rainy, No; Light snow, No, Slight chest cold, No; Too cloudy, No; etc. and on and on. This ... read more
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James, that was a very good run! I'm with you on the bike thing, I can do the indoor bike for hours, but outside, not so much :-\
Have a GREAT day!!11 months ago
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That sounds like a pleasant run James! I'm not likely to go "all in" in the biking realm, even though I certainly see the benefits of the cross training. Too much gadgetry for me, but I say go for it...good for you! Good luck mastering all the equipment and tricks of the trade!
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I had no idea biking was like this, but I totally believe it! I am sure you will be an expert on all that quickly, knowing you! The sunny run sounds fabulous, James!
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Nice sunny run, James! Serious cyclists are big on gear! And, yes, I remember calling road bikes that... tells on my age I guess. :)
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good Reentry 5 mi 00:50 10:01 pace
Reentry into running after some time off is going slow but physically uneventful which, so far, is a relief. The snow has almost all melted away and shorts running weather which is awesome! Off t... read more
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Shorts and bike buying; life is good.
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Looking forward to seeing you back at it again soon James ... running or biking ...
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Looking forward to the debut of the new bike, James!
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good AMA 3 miler 3.09 mi 00:30 09:36 pace
Well, I've been perusing DM while taking time off from running and it seems like many of you are dealing with injuries at one time or another -- so, I figured, what makes me so special!
Missed a... read more
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I was thinking about you again this morning James. Good to see you back.
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@Elodie, thanks so much for the enthusiastic welcome back.
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Glad you're back, James. Best of success finding a bike.
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For those who have been following my progress. I went to the neurologist yesterday morning and it appears that I have some form of a genetic neurological disorder. He characterized the disorder a... read more
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Damn man - sorry to read this James. More later ...
about 1 year ago • Like
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James, I have been thinking of you and sending my love this past week. Looking so forward to my visit in February. xo
about 1 year ago • Like
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James I am in Napa with dear Lisa C and just read her post regarding dedicating her run to you tomorrow, so it prompted me to read your latest post. I too wish you the best. My plan with my race tomorrow is to give all of those that have encouraged and supported me a mile. I will think of you tomorrow and remember what a gift running is. All the best to you. Hopefully you can meet Lisa some day- she is amazing
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blah Measly 2 miles on the tread 2 mi 00:20 09:45 pace
Well, tread again but this time a no go as psychologically a bit anxious and hyperfocused on every little niggle in my legs -- for which there are a few. For those who followed my post from a litt... read more
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Hope your appt goes well James!
about 1 year ago • Like
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I''ll bet that's exactly what he's going to tell you, James!
about 1 year ago • Like
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James, I hope that the neuro appt. went well. Know that we're thinking of you, and wishing you the best.
about 1 year ago • Like
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good Treader, again! 5 mi 00:48 09:35 pace
Wimped out again this morning and went straight to the gym -- it was pretty warm out, relatively, at 15º F. Also, if Steve Shep hadn't trademarked Controlled Stumble™, I'd be using it right abou... read more
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You're an Inspiration:
Hey, You didn't wimped out! You went out and did your run instead of doing nothing!! Have a great Day!!
about 1 year ago
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The controlled stumble sounds like a dance step known only to true treadmill warriors!!! Good run today James. Less then two weeks till Ground Hog Day!!! I know he'll have good news!!!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Controlled Stumble is a great term! Way to get it done on the mill!
about 1 year ago • Like
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good Treader + Core 5 mi 00:48 09:35 pace
-9º this morning so headed straight for the gym where I ran an easy five + core: 1) Bridge progression included 3 sets of 10 of glut bridge, 3 sets of 20 glut bridge marching, and one-legged glut... read more
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Stay warm!
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Yowza, that IS cold! Beautiful long run you had this weekend James, how's your calf doing?
about 1 year ago • Like
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Nice work James ... Yes ... We had 9 below here as well. Kids got the day off from school....Good core work.
about 1 year ago • Like
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alright Cooold LSD 15 mi 02:41 10:42 pace
This was the coldest run to date -- so much so that I had to remove one glove and place it strategically in the front of my running pants, if you know what I mean. Other than the cold, a calf stra... read more
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James you are funny, but creative in keeping your parts warm!!!! 15 miles is awesome in your training, particularly in that cold. I can only imagine how pretty the scenery was...
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Well done James ... Wow ... I know how cold it was around here this morning and to bang out 15 takes genuine fortitude ....Truly envious James! Nice job....Just got in from my car (7 pm ) and it's 4 above ... Cold morning again tomorrow...
about 1 year ago • Like
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Greater love has no man than to give up his hand for his... never mind-- great 15, james!
about 1 year ago • Like
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alright light and ice and snow 5 mi 00:48 09:39 pace
Slow run as the legs were like concrete but still great to be outside in the sun -- especially with the light reflecting on the ice and snow. Happy Friday.
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Nice James - way to get out there and have a little fun today. Have a great Friday!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Very nice pace with concrete legs James! Way to get outdoors in the beautiful sunshine!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Great to see you outside and running free after days on the milll!
about 1 year ago • Like
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blah pipsqueak treader then outdoors 1 mi 00:09:30 09:30 pace
Warmed up and then ran one whole mile on the treadmill for which I do not have the right temperament -- headed outdoors (next post) and just wanted to submit this for the log.
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You're Funny:
ha ha TM bail! Good for you!
about 1 year ago
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I'd log it too. Also, I have a similar amount of patience for the conveyor belt.
about 1 year ago • Like
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good 5 mile treadmill 5 mi 00:48 09:30 pace
Continue to have icy conditions in the great outdoors with frozen tree limbs (albeit thawing in the welcome sunlight today) so off to the gym again for an easy 5 miler. Have a great Thursday!
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I hope you get to run outside soon! Have a GREAT day!!
about 1 year ago
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Very nice mill run James! Hope that sun does its magic!
about 1 year ago • Like
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I'm with you James... I've gotten soft as I've gotten older about running in the cold. Makes me laugh when I think about the weather I was willing to run in 20 years ago!!! I've become a wimp!!! Have a good run...
about 1 year ago • Like
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Nicely done, as always, James! Hope conditions improve!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Winter Freeze...
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On the left....that looks like a person pulling Hee Hee
about 1 year ago • Like
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Very cool picture James....
about 1 year ago • Like
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OMG I see it, Roxy! Like a rower!! The picture is so interesting James, you did great with the lighting!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Great shot, James.
about 1 year ago • Like
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alright 7 mile treader 7 mi 01:07 09:30 pace
Boring 7 mile treadmill run. The only interesting part was the drive back and forth and seeing who the troopers were at the gym because the roads are presently covered in snow and sleet. Happy Tu... read more
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Well all the boring treadmill runs add up to a great marathon for you, James!!! This driving to the gym and boring treadmill runs are the part where many people drop out.....NOT YOU! Congrats...
about 1 year ago • Like
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Well done James... Seven miles down ....I'm still pulling for positive results on Ground Hog Day.
about 1 year ago • Like
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Great job getting it done James - staying focused and on target. Enjoyed the picture!
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That's perfect running weather! Good runa and great pace, James!!
10 months ago • Like
great run, amazing what a difference a day can make.
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Glad you had a nice run, James! They always make up for the lousy ones, don't they?
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