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Saturday January 7, 2012 was the first race of the year for me. Initially when I had signed up in October, the intention was to do a full marathon. Coming of my previous marathon, I was feeling great and ready to take it on again. A good lesson was learned that life does not always [...]
Continue reading...26 December 2011
I have a problem, my problem is that I always push myself to progress the way I see myself progressing. Most people would say that isn't a bad thing, but it can be if you don't know how to control it. After my first marathon, I felt fantastic! Don't get me wrong, I wasn't running [...]
Continue reading...13 December 2011
Even before I decided to become a trainer, I made the move to get a personal trainer of my own. it was by far one of the best decisions I made. Not only did it help me lose weight & feel better, but it literally helped get me to where I am today. Andre was [...]
Continue reading...4 December 2011
The holidays are one of the hardest times to stay on your fitness regimen, let alone make progress. I decided the way I was going to conquer this issue was to sign up for my 2nd marathon on Jan 7th. The object is to keep me on track by having an end race goal in [...]
Continue reading...2 November 2011
It is Saturday morning, 4am, and I am feeling the butterflies start to set in. I wake up, with my normal routine, and grab some oatmeal. I wonder if this will be enough to sustain me for the duration. I grab a banana, two, three. Camelbak, check. Sunscreen, check. Granola bars, check. Timing chip, check. [...]
Continue reading...12 October 2011
This may seem like a ridiculous question for most and an unecessary one for some. As I sit here planning my next future athletic endeavor, I wonder which path I should choose. With my first marathon coming up in about 2 weeks, I can't help but think what's next. I told a buddy of mine [...]
Continue reading...3 October 2011
Over my reading and talking with other runners, I have picked up a few things that I wouldn't call tips but more "must knows". Things that some runners may not know. Things that newbies wouldn't even think of. And things that experienced runners may forget to do. Also, just some good things to keep in [...]
Continue reading...7 September 2011
One of the hardest parts of beginning a workout regimen is getting started. When it comes to running, if you aren't seasoned it can be a daunting task. What has become very popular is running in a group setting. Several benefits come from running with others. **Accountability: Would you let down your group, let alone [...]
Continue reading...28 August 2011
For any of us who are involved in ANY sort of exercise/movement/living on a daily basis, muscle tension can be the villian of our lives. It is imperative to revive your muscles after a long day of work & exercise. You can not use your muslces and lose them or you can use your muscles [...]
Continue reading...7 August 2011
So eventhough it is still 2.5 months away, the excitement for the Ragnar relay is building up. My runs have improved in their speed, my stamina, my gait, all of it! Truth of the matter is, without proper planning none of it would be possible. Here are some tips that have helped me that can [...]
Continue reading...23 July 2011
So we are at the end of week #4 on this nutrition journey, or experiment as I like to call it. In all honesty, I feel fantastic! The food tracking has been on a daily basis and has allowed me to keep a close eye on the nutrition content of the foods I eat. Now [...]
Continue reading...13 June 2011
In preparation for my half marathon in TWO weeks, I went for a trail run yesterday at Red Rock Canyon. My expectations were high, but I was realistic that my time would not be the best. First of all you're running on a trail which means dodging rocks. The ground is uneven gravel and dirt [...]
Continue reading...5 June 2011
This being the first weekend of prepping myself, mentally and physically, for the upcoming race on June 25th. I was reflecting today about having 3 weeks to train and get myself up to a decent 10 min mile pace for the half marathon. The plan? Well, Here goes…. Monday Lower body strength/Kettlebell work/cardio Tuesday Cardio/Misc [...]
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8 January 2012
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