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[wvugurl26]

Yeah it is sucky when it happens that way. I finally got better when a nasty sinus infection forced me to take another week off. I wanted to do something last night but my breathing was messed up. I feel better this morning so hopefully it is that way for my run.

[Cookies Galore]

May 31, 2012 21:50:27 GMT -5 wvugurl26 said:

May 31, 2012 21:00:58 GMT -5 Cookies Galore said:

That could be fun! I'm still doing intervals, but fun nonetheless! DF and I will be in Baltimore next Saturday, actually. ;D

One of my managers at work has been yapping about those damn Phillies fans coming to town

I'm not done with intervals either. I'm getting there.

Alicia found a zombie 5k that looked awesome but the entry fee was like $75 and it was filling up pretty quickly.

we're like cockroaches - f'ing everywhere! ;D

[steph08]

Went to the local running store and got some new shoes. They are Asics gel nimbus 13's or something with a super long name. But they are awesome! I jogged down the street to test them out and I couldn't feel any pain in my foot at all! I think my New Balance's were just worn out and didn't have enough cushion for my foot.

Can't wait to get running again!

Of course, I came home and discovered I could have gotten them $30 cheaper online, but supporting a local small business is my good deed for the day, I guess. Plus now I know that these are what I need next time around!

[wvugurl26]

I think Asics were one of the pairs they gave me to try. They were $130. I ended up getting the Saucony Ride 4s, they were $100 in store and online. I want them in pink and black too. The Brooks Ghost ones were $100 both places. I felt an immediate difference with them while running.

On Fridays we can wear jeans and tennis shoes to work. I wore a pair that was not the right type for running to work since I got 3 brand new pairs in January. It was $100 for all 3 so not too much of a loss. Forgot my wallet at home and had to go back. Ran from car up steps to my apt door. By the time I locked door back my knee was screaming at me.

I should stay off Zappos. The pink/black Sauconys have been marked down to $75.

He said they were worse than Red Sox fans

[Artemis Windsong]

My DD got Mizunos at $170 for a foot problem. Way out of my price range. Then I complain about foot and lower leg issues.

I changed the insoles in my golf shoes and hope they can carry me 18 holes tomorrow. I was off golf for 7 days due to bad weather. I will make shoe decisions from that point.

I am unhappy because my arms look flacid and untoned. It's age related and I have to stay on the fitness nonstop. This also happens when I switch routines. On the plus side, at my age, I am doing great.

[steph08]

Jun 3, 2012 17:16:32 GMT -5 Artemis Windsong said:

My DD got Mizunos at $170 for a foot problem. Way out of my price range. Then I complain about foot and lower leg issues.

Good shoes are a lifesaver. For $20/25 a month (new pair $80-100 every 4 months), running isn't that expensive of a hobby. Well, I can make it expensive because I want a running belt, some new clothes, etc., but the shoes are the really only good thing you need (and some good moisture-wicking socks, but those can be as little as $6 for two or three pair from Walmart).

I realize now that my shoes were wearing out - when I first got them, all of my leg aches and knee pains went away overnight and really never came back. Over the last month, I have been having some shin pain and aches that lasted longer than normal - I should have known my shoes were wearing out.

[aliciar6]

when you find something you like check running warehouse, they usually have free shippping and free returns and i have a 15% off promo code that still seems to be working "PlanOD" they are usually cheaper than a lot of places too

did the Kriedersburg Covered Bridge 5K...holy heck...it hurt. massive hills, good training course, and I'm dumb enough to do it again next year. did not have a personal best, for for as hard as the course was my 26:30 is ok by me.

need to bring my weights upstairs so in the evening i can do arms. If i was smart I'd just add the 100 pushups a day to my routine, but i'm still being lazy.

I know there are a lot of runs near philly...and I'm not against a bit of a drive. As for Hershey, FI's family lives in York so we go out there every now and again, so if it's hunting season, most likely I can convince him to go out there since we have friends with lots of property we can hunt on.

I had the asics, but they don't fit my feet right, they are too long, and if I go a size smaller to tight...but they are cushy. So far I'm liking my Nike+ (never thought I'd wear Nike shoes) and I like my Brooks. The Brooks are a little heavier so I train in those, and race in the Nike's.

Running wouldn't be expensive if it weren't for all the races we sign up for, but lately a lot of them have been giving out really nice technical T's...though the one before last, the sizes were way off, so I gave it to FI, bummed because it was white and I wanted a white one. But this last one I got a shirt and a tank.

[Cookies Galore]

Jun 4, 2012 6:39:59 GMT -5 aliciar6 said:

I know there are a lot of runs near philly...and I'm not against a bit of a drive. As for Hershey, FI's family lives in York so we go out there every now and again, so if it's hunting season, most likely I can convince him to go out there since we have friends with lots of property we can hunt on.

I have a friend around Hershey who also has been doing 5ks, she's the one who has me sign up for the Color Run. Once I get better we do Team Interwebs!

[Artemis Windsong]

I am resting today because of a headache from a front blowing through. I can reduce eating on rest days so that helps. I am going to jump over to Livestrong and find a solution to ab fat.

I got a pair of golf shoes from e-bay. They do weigh more than what I have now.

[NancysSummerSip]

I've gone back to doubles on Saturdays, running and swimming. And now that the kids are out of school, I think the pool will be set up for long course (meters) more often now. I like it that way myself. I think it's less work, though some people just hate the longer lanes.

[aliciar6]

I'm not running this week courtesy of the dog knocking me off my feet and head first into the door molding and giving me a mild concussion. I wish we only had cats.

[steph08]

Jun 13, 2012 10:16:08 GMT -5 aliciar6 said:

I'm not running this week courtesy of the dog knocking me off my feet and head first into the door molding and giving me a mild concussion. I wish we only had cats.

Yikes Alicia! I hope you feel better soon! One of my boxers full force headbutted me once when I was picking his frisbee up off the ground (he really wanted to play!) and it dropped me to my knees. I think I am getting a headache just thinking about it!

Anyway - take care of yourself!

[NancysSummerSip]

I certainly felt the effects of long course swimming this morning. It was a drag. Literally. But the meters set-up is twice a week through mid-August, so there's no point in complaining. Actually, fewere people show up for practice, so there is more room.

I think it might be time for new running shoes. When my knees start to bother me, a new pair of shoes usually takes care of the problem. Not that I like plunking down triple digits for shoes, but the good ones are totally worth it.

[NancysSummerSip]

Heck, it's too hot in June, July and August here. September too, for that matter. I still run (have a run planned for tomorrow; in fact, my running gear is already out and ready), but I don't race again until October.

I was thinking about a swim meet at the end of this month, but I've decided against it. I just don't think I'm good enough to spend the money and do all that driving, only to come away with nothing. I'd like to go to a meet, just not this next one.

[Artemis Windsong]

I was soaked in sweat yesterday after 18 holes of golf, and the temperature when we ended at 12:15 p.m. was low 70s. Temperature today is nearly 70, breezy and cool.

Today is house cleaning and wash the car. I'm still tired from yesterday. One more session at Afit and I will have my 12 in for the ins. wellness program.

[NancysSummerSip]

Oh, I love San Diego! Not a big fan of most of California, but I did love San Diego and San Francisco.

Did a short run this morning and swam afterward. I'm definitely looking at new running shoes. I think these are breaking down, for sure.

[Deleted]

since we started moving 1.5 weeks ago, I've been really off the wagon (I have no room to exercise at home because there are boxes everywhere, and we've been averaging 3-4 times a week for takeout/restaurant food.). Today I went for a brisk 35 minute walk at lunch and I started using myfitnesspal again. I gotta get rid of this "moving weight"!

[NancysSummerSip]

Got our swim practice in before the all-day rains began. Not sure if the pool will be long- or short-course tomorrow (depends on whether or not the kids' teams practice tonight; they are the ones that do the changeover).

Since it's staying light out longer, I'm thinking about adding a bike ride after dinner one or two nights a week. Nothing very long, just a neighborhood fun kind of ride. I'd start tonight, if the rains end later on. Radar is not looking promising, though.

[Artemis Windsong]

I have been wearing ankle socks on that hilly golf course. It makes a difference on my feet and all the way up to my knees. I won't need to buy those sport support socks.

I used a 15 y.o. golf ball that isn't made anymore and got an 87 today. It's been years since I scored that low. Nice with a cool breeze.

[NancysSummerSip]

So I did the bike ride last night. Not a long one - less than five miles. Followed by the best night's sleep I've had in many months.

So....back to light workouts a few nights a week. I have no idea where I am going to fit the time. But I'll get it done, even if I have to start using a daily written schedule to do it.

[Artemis Windsong]

Another afternoon in recovery from exercise. I started with washing my car by hand, regular workout at Afit then 1 hour of tennis drills. My face was purple hot when I got done. I walked around and did some stretches before getting in the car.

2 hours later I remembered I wanted to take a photo of flowering daisies growing out of a crack in the cement.

My DS brought his dog over who is recovering from tendon surgery. That dog smiled so big when he saw where he was going. I said at least one of my GrKids like me ;D

[Deleted]

Jun 18, 2012 12:47:27 GMT -5 @moneyjenny82 said:

since we started moving 1.5 weeks ago, I've been really off the wagon (I have no room to exercise at home because there are boxes everywhere, and we've been averaging 3-4 times a week for takeout/restaurant food.). Today I went for a brisk 35 minute walk at lunch and I started using myfitnesspal again. I gotta get rid of this "moving weight"!

I can help you get rid of the "moving weight".....I have a few ideas

[Deleted]

on the serious, I have been in maintance wih my execise and eating.....I gained maybe 1 lb since moving and stuff and consider that a victory with all my stress and stuff....I been good about running (since I can do that anywhere), i try to run 40 minutes every day regardless....if I have access to a treadmill , track, known distance I try to run 6 miles a day, if not that, than 40 minutes runnning and I figure that's good...I have averaged 30 minues of wights 3 times a week.....I haven't stressed my eating too much but I try not to eat too much crap....I figure a 1lb gain I can live with, and when I help MJ with her "movin weight" I suspect my 1 lb gain will disappear as well

[NancysSummerSip]

So....thinking about upcoming swim meets....one of them has an 800 freestyle...that's 16 lengths of a 50 meter (Olympic-length) pool. It's the same weekend as when I have family in town, and it's the last event on a Sunday. Not the best timing, but I am thinking about it.

Later in the year (December) there's a meet with both an 800 and a 1500 in it....definitely want to do that one.

[Deleted]

So as most of you know...I am attempting to take up running. I have gotten up 2 mornings in a row now to run with Goose and DSD. I am a hot mess trying to run. I haven't puked yet, but I also haven't actually ran more than 1/2 mile yet either. I am starting off slow is all I can say!

Today I hurt like a MOFO! It hurts to sit and pee! Everything just HURTS. I may have to take tomorrow off, we will see.

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Jul 4, 2012 8:05:36 GMT -5 @angel33 said:

So as most of you know...I am attempting to take up running. I have gotten up 2 mornings in a row now to run with Goose and DSD. I am a hot mess trying to run. I haven't puked yet, but I also haven't actually ran more than 1/2 mile yet either. I am starting off slow is all I can say!

Today I hurt like a MOFO! It hurts to sit and pee! Everything just HURTS. I may have to take tomorrow off, we will see.

good luck, and maybe try peeing standing up for today, that may help

but seriously good luck, and I am sure you are doing a lot of walking over there anyway, so don't feel too bad, but keep on trying to run

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I think I do need new shoes.

[Deleted]

Jul 4, 2012 8:42:21 GMT -5 @angel33 said:

I think I do need new shoes.

only if you walk into town to get them

[Artemis Windsong]

Imanangel: I would suggest a warm up stretching and cool down stretching. For you shins if they hurt, sit down on a chair and run your fingers down each side of your shin toward your foot. A frozen wash cloth in a baggy to wipe your face might help.

[Artemis Windsong]

I was/am sick of my pouchy tummy. Dr. Oz suggested a week-long eating idea of 1 cup of beans with Evening Oil of Primrose (GLA) at each meal or spaced out during the day.

On day 3, I bought two kinds of dry beans, soaked overnight, and cooked them together. I froze them is 3 cup packages for use later in the week.

Today is my 7th day and I do feel like my jiggle has gone down. Other than appearance, I have no way of measuring this. My waist bands are a bit looser.

I no longer have what felt like a small internal lump 3 inches below my belly button. It felt more like trapped gas. The abdominal fat can get around your intestime area. It doesn't take much.

I did experience a lot of gassiness. I started by putting on liquid Beano. I also added charcoal capsules and chlorophyll to decrease any odor; and elminated eggs, so they didn't add to the problem. If the gas really annoyed me, I would drink baking soda water then started sprinkling a small amount of baking soda on the beans.

I didn't change my eating in any other way than eliminating eggs and adding the beans/Evening Oil of Primrose supplement. My body weight did not decrease.

I have 17 days until a grS wedding and would like a slimmer tummy. I will probably take a week off the beans/EOP then start again. During that week I am going to use grapefruit extract at each meal and increase protein.