10K Training Week 2 Day 6

Today I lifted weights for the first time in 17 days! With all the running I have been doing I have neglected my resistance training routine. It hurt so good. I had not lost too much strength and the break was a nice rest to get rid of any over training that might have occurred. On the plate loading decline chest press machine I was able to lift 250 lbs (2x45, 25, and 10 on each side)

10K Training Week 2 Day 5

This morning I took a spin class.

10K Training Week 2 Day 4

After work today I went for a jog/run. I had a route planned out but after talking to a co-worker I realized it was on narrow roads with no sidewalks. Since it gets dark early so just kinda halfway planned out other route. I ended up only running 3.3 miles but now I know a new area to explore...

Quote of the Day

"Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive." - Howard Thurman

Today's Top News?

Palin says she can beat Obama (Palin can't handle the criticizm that comes with being President.. "Today Predsident Palin declared war on England because The Sun made fun of her in their headlines") Celebitician? Polebrity?
Donald Trump 'thinking about' taking on Sarah Palin in presidential bid (Atleast he has done something with his life)
Jobless Claims in U.S. Increase Less Than Forecast (Isn't that like saying "Dallas Cowboys Lose By Less Points than Expected?")
Why The Beatles' arrival on iTunes matters (So Steve Jobs and Paul McCartney and Ringo, or the Jackson Family Can make more Money?)
FDA: Caffeinated Alcoholic Drinks Are Unsafe
(Mixing Uppers and Downers is a Bad Idea? Blackout drunk but still standing?)

10K Training Week 2 Day 3

Tonight I decided to leave work early so I could get to the gym in time for Spin Class. I did spin for an hour with my friend Amy then went did an our of yoga. I think I will sleep well tonight...

Quote of the Day

"Everything you know
Somebody else has taught and told you.
Deep within yourself if you're
Yourself are you that person?"
Frequency by Tantric

10K Training Week 2 Day 2

Yesterday was a short run (3.2mi) I ran after work to catch the last bit of sunlight for the day. I went out for dinner for my Aunts 60th birthday. We went to a Mexican Seafood restaurant called La Isla. I ordered the Camarones al Mojo de Ajo. (Shirmp in Garlic sauce with Brown rice and a Salad without dressing). I have been there during a challenge and it was the most approved item on the menu.

10K Training Week 2 Day 1

I decided to knockout my run after work while it was still light out. I mapped out a 3.9 mi route. I added an extra .1 to make it an even 4.0. The street I added to had some loud strange sounding birds in one yard. If I had to guess I would say they were peacocks (4 males).

10K Training Week 1 Day 6

I took off yesterday because of the snow. Today was suppose to be a non-running day but I wanted to make up for yesterday. Around 5pm I realized I did not have much light left. I measured out a 4+ mile route. I borrowed my future father-in-laws GPS sports watch and took off running. The first mile took 9:30. I hit one of my landmarks at exactly 2 miles. Towards the end of my run I added in about 5-6 extra blocks. My total distance was 4.67 mi (a new pr) 47:38 mins with a max speed of 7:40 and an average speed of 10:08.