Hey guys. I'm slightly irritated with myself right now. I went to the gym yesterday and stepped on the scale and it said that I had gained ANOTHER 2 lbs! I was SO mad at myself! That means that I am now at 212lbs. I can only blame myself. Last week was a very stressful week and I gave into my old habits of stress eating and I was doing absolutely no exercise to help matters.
I will do better this week. Mostly because I've put myself in Time-Out right now (I think I deserve a good, old fashioned, country ass whoopin', but that's kinda hard to do to yourself) and I WILL fix this by next week.
At any rate, that's all in the past... now I have to fix it. I did pretty well yesterday, though I did not do any cardio. I was afraid that I would over do it and my cough would start acting up. I also think I did pretty well in the food department, though you guys may disagree. Today, I'm not planning on doing any lifting (I definitley over did weights yesterday!) but I am planning on running on the indoor track at the gym and doing some other cardio.
I hope everyone is doing well... I'm trying to get caught up on blogs today, so I guess I'll find out!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Fall is FINALLY Here!
Mongello! It is an absolutely GORGEOUS day here in Central Mississippi! Of course, I was not able to enjoy it this morning because of this dumb cold (the seasonal crap I always go through during a season change - on meds to fix it now). Doc told me to stay away from cardio for a few days so my body will heal. No worries though, I'm just glad fall is here!
Despite the doctors orders, I do intend on lifting and going swimming today, just so I can do something. It seems that all I do lately is sit in my dorm room reading about Law and Early American History. Don't get me wrong... I find it interesting and LOVE my new major, but even I can have enough of the history stuff! So, in order to save my sanity a little and to jump start the week, I'm going to go to the gym. I may not do much and don't want to over do it, but I want to go.
Chris- I thought a lot about your comment. I really couldn't think of a new plan other than what I already do. I think that as long as I DO what I'm supposed to do, I will be fine for January. I just want to increase my speed for that race, so maybe I'll just concentrate on jogging a lot more during my wogs. Maybe by January, I'll actually be jogging rather than wogging.
Disneyland reports should be up later this week. I'm supposed to be getting my Aunt's pictures (I broke my camera while at the World earlier this year) so I'll be working on that for you guys when I get them.
Also, I'm going to start back with posting semi "Daily Reports" (you know, that technical stuff that no one cares about) of my training. I'm mostly doing this for my benefit, just so I can have a "record". It's mostly for me, so y'all don't have to read it.
Well, that's it for me today. Hope everyone is doing well!
Despite the doctors orders, I do intend on lifting and going swimming today, just so I can do something. It seems that all I do lately is sit in my dorm room reading about Law and Early American History. Don't get me wrong... I find it interesting and LOVE my new major, but even I can have enough of the history stuff! So, in order to save my sanity a little and to jump start the week, I'm going to go to the gym. I may not do much and don't want to over do it, but I want to go.
Chris- I thought a lot about your comment. I really couldn't think of a new plan other than what I already do. I think that as long as I DO what I'm supposed to do, I will be fine for January. I just want to increase my speed for that race, so maybe I'll just concentrate on jogging a lot more during my wogs. Maybe by January, I'll actually be jogging rather than wogging.
Disneyland reports should be up later this week. I'm supposed to be getting my Aunt's pictures (I broke my camera while at the World earlier this year) so I'll be working on that for you guys when I get them.
Also, I'm going to start back with posting semi "Daily Reports" (you know, that technical stuff that no one cares about) of my training. I'm mostly doing this for my benefit, just so I can have a "record". It's mostly for me, so y'all don't have to read it.
Well, that's it for me today. Hope everyone is doing well!
Monday, September 21, 2009
Vacation Over... Back to Work
Hi guys. Things have been a little chaotic down here (as usual it would seem) with school. That's not a bad thing. I actually enjoy what I'm doing and it keeps me busy, so I'm not complaining. However, since I haven't had my health goals at the top of my priority list, I've begun to slip. I have had no training since I've come back from Disneyland and my diet as been as bad, if not worse, as if I were on vacation. I stepped on the scale today it said that I now weigh 210 pounds. That means that I've gained over 10 pounds.
I'm not upset over that. I actually knew that this would happen. It happens every time I finish a race. I get this "I just busted my ass for 6 months so I can take a break" mentality.
Well... the vacation is over.
I am back in the gym today!
Today I did my first chest workout in nearly 3 weeks. I KNOW I'll be sore in the morning! After my morning lifting, I went and swam 5 laps in the lap pool. That was one heck of a workout! I'm hoping to get another 5 in after my cardio workout tonight. I won't get any running in today though. I still don't have my iPod (I left it at my aunt's house the night before we left for DL... so no iPod for the race. That was fun!) but it should be here early this week.
I hope everybody is doing well. I'll check in with everyones blogs at some point today and see for myself. Until then, seeeeeee ya!
I'm not upset over that. I actually knew that this would happen. It happens every time I finish a race. I get this "I just busted my ass for 6 months so I can take a break" mentality.
Well... the vacation is over.
I am back in the gym today!
Today I did my first chest workout in nearly 3 weeks. I KNOW I'll be sore in the morning! After my morning lifting, I went and swam 5 laps in the lap pool. That was one heck of a workout! I'm hoping to get another 5 in after my cardio workout tonight. I won't get any running in today though. I still don't have my iPod (I left it at my aunt's house the night before we left for DL... so no iPod for the race. That was fun!) but it should be here early this week.
I hope everybody is doing well. I'll check in with everyones blogs at some point today and see for myself. Until then, seeeeeee ya!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
2:46:13
Hey guys! I've made it back from Disneyland. I had a BLAST! I finished the race in 2:46:13! That's 16 minutes faster than my Renaissance Half time! I was only a minute off of my time, so I'm very pleased!
This race was pretty much like any other Disney race, and since most of you have run Disney races before, I'll skip the little details. Overall, I enjoyed this race. There was enough entertainment along the route to keep me occupied throughout. Good thing too, seeing that I left my iPod at home!
There were only a few things that I didn't like about this race (you know me... I have to bitch about something). The only "dangerous" problem I had was with it was the fact that we had to run on a bike trail along the Santa Ana "Ditch". That wouldn't be a problem usually, but in a race of this size, I found that to be a little dangerous, especially for people like me who aren't used to running on a tight, gravel surface next to a rather large ditch with jagged rocks and bolders at the bottom and along the edges.
Also, what was with all of the random "poop" smells? It seemed like every mile or so, I was getting a wiff of "poo". And finally... Why in the hell did we not get to run up Main Street? Is that not the ENTIRE point of running a Disney Race?!
Ok... just wanted to do a quick post letting you all know how I did. I'll post race pics when ever I get them and Trip reports after that.
Also, I wanted to apologize to all the TVer's that were at the race. Due to my lazy self (not listening to the podcasts, checking mail, or reading blogs) I didn't know about any of the meets except for Justin's Breakfast Meet. I keep looking for Team Voice shirts, but all I could find were WISH people. Oh well... Hopefully I'll do better in January and will get to see you all then.
This race was pretty much like any other Disney race, and since most of you have run Disney races before, I'll skip the little details. Overall, I enjoyed this race. There was enough entertainment along the route to keep me occupied throughout. Good thing too, seeing that I left my iPod at home!
There were only a few things that I didn't like about this race (you know me... I have to bitch about something). The only "dangerous" problem I had was with it was the fact that we had to run on a bike trail along the Santa Ana "Ditch". That wouldn't be a problem usually, but in a race of this size, I found that to be a little dangerous, especially for people like me who aren't used to running on a tight, gravel surface next to a rather large ditch with jagged rocks and bolders at the bottom and along the edges.
Also, what was with all of the random "poop" smells? It seemed like every mile or so, I was getting a wiff of "poo". And finally... Why in the hell did we not get to run up Main Street? Is that not the ENTIRE point of running a Disney Race?!
Ok... just wanted to do a quick post letting you all know how I did. I'll post race pics when ever I get them and Trip reports after that.
Also, I wanted to apologize to all the TVer's that were at the race. Due to my lazy self (not listening to the podcasts, checking mail, or reading blogs) I didn't know about any of the meets except for Justin's Breakfast Meet. I keep looking for Team Voice shirts, but all I could find were WISH people. Oh well... Hopefully I'll do better in January and will get to see you all then.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
It's Time!!!
Mongello! I know it's been forever and a day since I've updated you guys. I do (again and again and again) apologize for these hiatuses. To update you all on my life.... I started back school about a week ago. I'm in a new major (Political Science with Pre-Legal emphasis) and I LOVE IT! I actually feel like I know what the hell the professor is talking about and I can actually add something intelligent to discussions. I should have been here from the beginning.
Anyway, with the move, adjusting back to school life, working out, preparing for Disneyland and all, I've neglected my duties as a citizen in the Disney Community. Well, again I'll have to skip those for a bit longer (I am going to Disneyland after all!) but when I return, I'm getting back involved with you guys. I've only recently started listening to podcasts again (only during workouts) but have yet to get to any of your blogs or even my own. I do apologize for that. But I'll fix that when I return.
But anyway, back to the real reason for this post: I'M GOING TO DISNEYLAND!!! My aunt and I leave early Thursday morning and will return early Monday morning. So, we get 3 1/2 days at the Happiest Place on Earth. I joke with some of my friends (I have very nerdy friends...) that I finally get to make the Hajj to Disney Mecca. I am SO freakin' excited! I can't wait!!!
Here's an "outline" of what our plan is:
Thursday: At around 5:30 am, arrive at Jackson "International" Airport (only international because Jackson gets one cargo shipment from Mexico once a month... it's barely an airport by your guys standards...) and fly to Atlanta (yes... fly east to get west... that's Jackson). After we arrive we have just enough time to get breakfast then we fly across country, which is a first for me to Santa Ana...Yada Yada Yada... We Check in at the Ho Jo, then we immediately walk to Disneyland to enjoy our vacation.
Friday: This day is somewhat in dispute. We think that we're going to California Adventure on Friday, but we're not sure. If this is the case, we're planning We'll sleep in this morning then head over to DCA at rope drop. We're giving ourselves until about 3:00 to see everything here. From what I read and have heard, we won't be here that long, but we just want to give ourselves enough time to see everything. After we're done with DCA, we're going to head over to the Disneyland Hotel and pick up our packets and then look around the Hotel and Walk over to the Paradise Pier Hotel and look around there. I think that after that we'll probably go back to Disneyland.
Saturday: This will probably be our "All Day at Disneyland" Day. Here, we're planning on getting there about an hour before the Park opens. That way we can be first into the park and have the chance to run down Main Street. This is something that I've always wanted to do, ever since I was a little kid. But since WDW doesn't allow that (DL may not either, but I think the do, or at least did) I've never been able to. But now's my chance! We will then run directly to Nemo and see what that is all about. After that, everything is sketchy until 1:00, when we have Blue Bayou reservations. Monte Cristo here I come!!!
Sunday: Race Day! I'm not sure I'm ready for this race at all. Remember how unprepared I was for the Renaissance Half back in June? Well, I'm even less prepared for this one. No worries though, I'll have fun regardless, just as long as I finish. After this I'm not entirely sure what we'll do. I'm sure we'll go back to the room and rest a bit and probably go to Downtown Disney some. After that, we're back at Disneyland until close.
Monday: Come home...
I'm sure this will change as we go along. This is just a rough plan for us that we rarely follow. If you want to see exactly what we're doing and you're not already following me on Facebook or Twitter... follow me! Look me up at mattj4226 on Twitter, then you can see!
Ok... I've got to start packing. See you all when I get back!
Anyway, with the move, adjusting back to school life, working out, preparing for Disneyland and all, I've neglected my duties as a citizen in the Disney Community. Well, again I'll have to skip those for a bit longer (I am going to Disneyland after all!) but when I return, I'm getting back involved with you guys. I've only recently started listening to podcasts again (only during workouts) but have yet to get to any of your blogs or even my own. I do apologize for that. But I'll fix that when I return.
But anyway, back to the real reason for this post: I'M GOING TO DISNEYLAND!!! My aunt and I leave early Thursday morning and will return early Monday morning. So, we get 3 1/2 days at the Happiest Place on Earth. I joke with some of my friends (I have very nerdy friends...) that I finally get to make the Hajj to Disney Mecca. I am SO freakin' excited! I can't wait!!!
Here's an "outline" of what our plan is:
Thursday: At around 5:30 am, arrive at Jackson "International" Airport (only international because Jackson gets one cargo shipment from Mexico once a month... it's barely an airport by your guys standards...) and fly to Atlanta (yes... fly east to get west... that's Jackson). After we arrive we have just enough time to get breakfast then we fly across country, which is a first for me to Santa Ana...Yada Yada Yada... We Check in at the Ho Jo, then we immediately walk to Disneyland to enjoy our vacation.
Friday: This day is somewhat in dispute. We think that we're going to California Adventure on Friday, but we're not sure. If this is the case, we're planning We'll sleep in this morning then head over to DCA at rope drop. We're giving ourselves until about 3:00 to see everything here. From what I read and have heard, we won't be here that long, but we just want to give ourselves enough time to see everything. After we're done with DCA, we're going to head over to the Disneyland Hotel and pick up our packets and then look around the Hotel and Walk over to the Paradise Pier Hotel and look around there. I think that after that we'll probably go back to Disneyland.
Saturday: This will probably be our "All Day at Disneyland" Day. Here, we're planning on getting there about an hour before the Park opens. That way we can be first into the park and have the chance to run down Main Street. This is something that I've always wanted to do, ever since I was a little kid. But since WDW doesn't allow that (DL may not either, but I think the do, or at least did) I've never been able to. But now's my chance! We will then run directly to Nemo and see what that is all about. After that, everything is sketchy until 1:00, when we have Blue Bayou reservations. Monte Cristo here I come!!!
Sunday: Race Day! I'm not sure I'm ready for this race at all. Remember how unprepared I was for the Renaissance Half back in June? Well, I'm even less prepared for this one. No worries though, I'll have fun regardless, just as long as I finish. After this I'm not entirely sure what we'll do. I'm sure we'll go back to the room and rest a bit and probably go to Downtown Disney some. After that, we're back at Disneyland until close.
Monday: Come home...
I'm sure this will change as we go along. This is just a rough plan for us that we rarely follow. If you want to see exactly what we're doing and you're not already following me on Facebook or Twitter... follow me! Look me up at mattj4226 on Twitter, then you can see!
Ok... I've got to start packing. See you all when I get back!
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
It Burns!
This is what it feels like when I walk...
During today's walk, my feet started to burn almost immediately. I tried slowing down, I tried readjusting my shoes... I tried everything that I could think of, but nothing worked. I managed to get past the fire and get in a 3 mile walk (no jogging) in 44:04 today. Still not what I want or need to be doing this close to a race, but what can I do? I have two HUGE blisters on my heels now and they still burn.
I'm going to buy some Dr. Scholl's pads for my shoes tomorrow and give that a try. I bought some for my Shox and they seemed to help with blistering some. Maybe they will help again.
I'm also going to try my old socks again. The ones I bought with the shoes are different than the old ones and seem to be thicker and made of a different material. But for $10 at Fleet Feet, you would think that they would work. I don't know...
But this could be exactly what Chris said... my feet could just be rebelling after not running steadily for a few months. If that's what it is, then it's solely my fault and hopefully my feet will get their act together soon.
With all of my whining in today's post (any one have any Brie?!), I am proud of my walk today. I was able to remain under the 15 minute mark with just walking. And other than the blisters and friction, my shoes are working great. I have zero pain in my feet, legs and back. I haven't experienced that in some time. Now... Only if I can stop them from burining my feet, they'll be perfect!
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Jeff- Maybe if I soak my feet in Orange Juice and listen to Katrina stories, my feet will cool down... what do you think?
Justin- The new shoes are (and I'm reading from the box, so it may not mean anything) Saucony Progrid Hurricane 11's. As I said earlier, I love them so far... just wish my feet did.
Justin and Chris- I like your idea Justin and yes, if I had a permit, I could "pack some heat". The incident I discribed yesterday was not an isolated incident. I have seen the same kids (different groups that sometimes "play" together) do this to other people and have had it done to me a few time. They apparently get a thrill out of scaring people the way they do and I guess they know no one is going to say anything. I guess I'm making a mountain out of a mole hill, but it really does get annoying after a while. Besides, I get a little happiness whenever I can utter the phrase "Little Bike Bastards". It makes me feel good!
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
A Question and a Rant
Hey guys! It appears that I'm finally back on the horse today, and not a moment too soon! I had intended for my rebound to happen last week, but due to weather and illness (every time I say I'm going to start back running, I get sick... have you noticed that trend?), I had to wait until this week.
My run today went well, though it was cut short. I was only able to complete 2 1/2 miles in 42:16, which I don't think is bad all things considered. I couldn't go farther because my heel felt like it was on fire! That leads me to my question. What could be causing the burning? I bought new "Drymax" socks, I bought a new pair of shoes (which feel great normally), I'm putting Vaseline on my feet. What's doing it? The only thing that I can think of is that my shoes need to be broken in or my heel just needs to adjust. What do you guys think? Can you think of anything else I can do to address this?
Ok, now for my rant... Do you guys have problems with bikers in the areas that you run/walk in? I'm not talking about the decent human beings that are biking for legit reasons (i.e. Rae). I'm talking about those little hell on wheels biker gangs of 3 or 4 12 year olds. Those "little biker bastards" as I call them, are a menace to society! It's almost like the scope out people with iPods, sneak up on them then zoom past the victim, scaring the bejesus out of them! Then, right when you think it's over, another one zooms past you on the other side, scaring you all over again. That's when the remaining ones come zooming past you. It's really quite annoying. If you're lucky they won't run you over. I've seen that happen to other runners and have a few near misses before.
They're not even supposed to be on the running trail. It would be like me taking my car out for a joyride on the trail and knocking a few of them over! I wouldn't have a problem with them if they would just be considerate of other people and weren't so rude. Where the hell are the parents?! UGH! Ok... I'm going to stop now. See you all soon!
My run today went well, though it was cut short. I was only able to complete 2 1/2 miles in 42:16, which I don't think is bad all things considered. I couldn't go farther because my heel felt like it was on fire! That leads me to my question. What could be causing the burning? I bought new "Drymax" socks, I bought a new pair of shoes (which feel great normally), I'm putting Vaseline on my feet. What's doing it? The only thing that I can think of is that my shoes need to be broken in or my heel just needs to adjust. What do you guys think? Can you think of anything else I can do to address this?
Ok, now for my rant... Do you guys have problems with bikers in the areas that you run/walk in? I'm not talking about the decent human beings that are biking for legit reasons (i.e. Rae). I'm talking about those little hell on wheels biker gangs of 3 or 4 12 year olds. Those "little biker bastards" as I call them, are a menace to society! It's almost like the scope out people with iPods, sneak up on them then zoom past the victim, scaring the bejesus out of them! Then, right when you think it's over, another one zooms past you on the other side, scaring you all over again. That's when the remaining ones come zooming past you. It's really quite annoying. If you're lucky they won't run you over. I've seen that happen to other runners and have a few near misses before.
They're not even supposed to be on the running trail. It would be like me taking my car out for a joyride on the trail and knocking a few of them over! I wouldn't have a problem with them if they would just be considerate of other people and weren't so rude. Where the hell are the parents?! UGH! Ok... I'm going to stop now. See you all soon!
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