California Again
I went to Orange County, CA for a work trip and it was heaven: 73 and I could run outside. I miss those days. Phoenix is just too hot to run outside at all. I got in a really good workout and got up early on Tuesday to workout again. Phoenix's heat just drains me.
Showing posts with label workout. Show all posts
Showing posts with label workout. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Pain, Pain Go Away Don't Ever Come Any Other Day
I am having neck pain for the first time since I was 14. I think it is biking too much or running too much and hunching my shoulders...I don't know. It was difficult to sleep last night and driving to work was tough, as I couldn't turn my head to check for cars when switching lanes.
Might be time for my first trip to a chiro since I was 14 when I sprained my neck.
Yesterday I did a bike ride and a short 3 mile run. Today I am scheduled to bike and swim, but we'll see how that goes. My range of motion in my neck is very limited, so I can probably bike, but turning my head to breathe when swimming may not be very comfortable or even doable.
I have a triathlon on Sunday and a running race on Saturday. Not sure how that will go. I am worried about my triathlon. I haven't been biking much and there will be a very heavily populated bike course. Ick. I really need to be biking much more than I have been...it's just so much easier to run than all that gear I need for biking. We'll see how my neck feels through all of this. It's not looking good. But trying to stay positive. Don't want my registration fee to go to waste and it is for a good cause. The race is for breast cancer. It will be very early mornings however. Have to be up at 5am for the races. I am not a morning person.
I am having neck pain for the first time since I was 14. I think it is biking too much or running too much and hunching my shoulders...I don't know. It was difficult to sleep last night and driving to work was tough, as I couldn't turn my head to check for cars when switching lanes.
Might be time for my first trip to a chiro since I was 14 when I sprained my neck.
Yesterday I did a bike ride and a short 3 mile run. Today I am scheduled to bike and swim, but we'll see how that goes. My range of motion in my neck is very limited, so I can probably bike, but turning my head to breathe when swimming may not be very comfortable or even doable.
I have a triathlon on Sunday and a running race on Saturday. Not sure how that will go. I am worried about my triathlon. I haven't been biking much and there will be a very heavily populated bike course. Ick. I really need to be biking much more than I have been...it's just so much easier to run than all that gear I need for biking. We'll see how my neck feels through all of this. It's not looking good. But trying to stay positive. Don't want my registration fee to go to waste and it is for a good cause. The race is for breast cancer. It will be very early mornings however. Have to be up at 5am for the races. I am not a morning person.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday was spent with a large group of people consuming excessive amounts of food--just the way Easter should be spent. I started the day with a trip to the park to see all the children dressed in their Easter best--hoards of families picnicing, bbqing, playing football, and children feeding the ducks. One gentleman put a smile on my face. He was a rather alternative fellow dressed in black with long hair riding a dirt bike, but on his arm was a traditional picnic basket with red and white cloth hanging out from it. He looked a bit emasculated if I do say so myself.
After the trip to the park, I met a big group for a delicious dinner of all the trimmings and ate myself silly.
I am training for an upcoming marathon soon. I just decided at the last minute to do a marathon next month, so not much time to train. Crazy? I definitely think so. I also watched the Ironman 70.3 Championships on television yesterday and it was so inspirational. I saw a man carry his disabled son throughout the race. They swam together, the dad carried him on his bike for all 56 miles, then pushed him as he ran the half marathon. They finished in over 8 hours, but what an accomplishment. The show also listed all those who won the lottery for the Ford Ironman Championships in Hawaii and my old coach in Utah was selected. Congrats Dave! Good luck to you.
I was biking on my trainer when I watched the show and it made me feel really lazy :(
Easter Sunday was spent with a large group of people consuming excessive amounts of food--just the way Easter should be spent. I started the day with a trip to the park to see all the children dressed in their Easter best--hoards of families picnicing, bbqing, playing football, and children feeding the ducks. One gentleman put a smile on my face. He was a rather alternative fellow dressed in black with long hair riding a dirt bike, but on his arm was a traditional picnic basket with red and white cloth hanging out from it. He looked a bit emasculated if I do say so myself.
After the trip to the park, I met a big group for a delicious dinner of all the trimmings and ate myself silly.
I am training for an upcoming marathon soon. I just decided at the last minute to do a marathon next month, so not much time to train. Crazy? I definitely think so. I also watched the Ironman 70.3 Championships on television yesterday and it was so inspirational. I saw a man carry his disabled son throughout the race. They swam together, the dad carried him on his bike for all 56 miles, then pushed him as he ran the half marathon. They finished in over 8 hours, but what an accomplishment. The show also listed all those who won the lottery for the Ford Ironman Championships in Hawaii and my old coach in Utah was selected. Congrats Dave! Good luck to you.
I was biking on my trainer when I watched the show and it made me feel really lazy :(
Friday, April 10, 2009
Happy Easter!
Happy Easter everyone. I shall celebrate the weekend with a bike ride and then a long run in the park. The park fills up each Easter with children dressed in their Sunday best of pastel colors and neatly pressed dresses and cute little ties. After their Easter picnic, the children feed the ducks who clamor angrily for a small piece of bread. I love to go run and watch the festivities and Easter egg hunts and the excitement when discovering a chocolate egg.
Easter is a lovely holiday. I love springtime and the delicious colors of flowers, and perfect running and biking weather. Soon it will be too hot to enjoy the outdoors, so I must take advantage of it while I can.
Happy Easter everyone. I shall celebrate the weekend with a bike ride and then a long run in the park. The park fills up each Easter with children dressed in their Sunday best of pastel colors and neatly pressed dresses and cute little ties. After their Easter picnic, the children feed the ducks who clamor angrily for a small piece of bread. I love to go run and watch the festivities and Easter egg hunts and the excitement when discovering a chocolate egg.
Easter is a lovely holiday. I love springtime and the delicious colors of flowers, and perfect running and biking weather. Soon it will be too hot to enjoy the outdoors, so I must take advantage of it while I can.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Fitness Trends to Consider
Getting in shape has never been easier or more fun. Gone are the days of sweatbands, leotards and 80s aerobics—now we see sequins, dance shoes and military-style workouts. Check around your home town for one of these classes and shape up that body while meeting new people, developing new skills, and taking your exercises to a new level.
Bellydancing—Through dance studios across the nation and even within gyms, bellydancing has become a phenomenon. With sequined costumes, beautiful colored fabrics, and belly-baring tops, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to India while you shimmy your waist away. These classes incorporate seductive music and sexy moves all the while you burn off calories.
Ballroom dancing—With the worldwide success of shows such as Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance, people are running to dance studios to learn the salsa, fox trot, and waltz. It’s the perfect workout for a mix of cardio and developing posture—you will strengthen the legs, hips, back and arms as you move around the floor with your “frame.” If you are shy, this is a fabulous way to meet new people, as you dance with a member of the opposite sex and make conversation at the same time.
Boot Camp—Everywhere you turn you see signs marketing Boot Camp—whether in the gym, private personal training studios, or even around your local park. In this class, a leader will take you through tough, constantly changing workouts from squats, push-up drills, sprints, and even military-based exercises like running through tires, climbing over walls, etc. Every workout is different and challenging. Boot camp is a great interval workout that will not let your body plateau.
If you have become bored with your daily workout routine, try spicing it up with a little salsa dancing class or get rough with a 5am workout doing some military drills.
Getting in shape has never been easier or more fun. Gone are the days of sweatbands, leotards and 80s aerobics—now we see sequins, dance shoes and military-style workouts. Check around your home town for one of these classes and shape up that body while meeting new people, developing new skills, and taking your exercises to a new level.
Bellydancing—Through dance studios across the nation and even within gyms, bellydancing has become a phenomenon. With sequined costumes, beautiful colored fabrics, and belly-baring tops, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to India while you shimmy your waist away. These classes incorporate seductive music and sexy moves all the while you burn off calories.
Ballroom dancing—With the worldwide success of shows such as Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance, people are running to dance studios to learn the salsa, fox trot, and waltz. It’s the perfect workout for a mix of cardio and developing posture—you will strengthen the legs, hips, back and arms as you move around the floor with your “frame.” If you are shy, this is a fabulous way to meet new people, as you dance with a member of the opposite sex and make conversation at the same time.
Boot Camp—Everywhere you turn you see signs marketing Boot Camp—whether in the gym, private personal training studios, or even around your local park. In this class, a leader will take you through tough, constantly changing workouts from squats, push-up drills, sprints, and even military-based exercises like running through tires, climbing over walls, etc. Every workout is different and challenging. Boot camp is a great interval workout that will not let your body plateau.
If you have become bored with your daily workout routine, try spicing it up with a little salsa dancing class or get rough with a 5am workout doing some military drills.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Looking beautiful even during a marathon workout
I have some beauty supplies I love for those who love to workout.
This Stay-In-Place Lip Stain Duo from Estee Lauder is absolutely awesome. After a swim session, the lipstick is still perfect.
This waterproof mascara from Mary Kay is marketed as "The Mary Kay® Waterproof Mascara has been triathlon-tested to deliver longer-looking, thicker-looking lashes that last." If it withstands triathlons, it has my stamp of approval.
My long hair takes a significant beating. It is super dry and tangles easily, especially after a long run or swim. If I put Aussie 3-minute miracle (and it really is a miracle worker) into my hair, I can comb through it much easier. I haven't found anything else, even really expensive products, that work just as fabulously as this conditioner from down under.
I have some beauty supplies I love for those who love to workout.
This Stay-In-Place Lip Stain Duo from Estee Lauder is absolutely awesome. After a swim session, the lipstick is still perfect.
This waterproof mascara from Mary Kay is marketed as "The Mary Kay® Waterproof Mascara has been triathlon-tested to deliver longer-looking, thicker-looking lashes that last." If it withstands triathlons, it has my stamp of approval.
My long hair takes a significant beating. It is super dry and tangles easily, especially after a long run or swim. If I put Aussie 3-minute miracle (and it really is a miracle worker) into my hair, I can comb through it much easier. I haven't found anything else, even really expensive products, that work just as fabulously as this conditioner from down under.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Workout Mythbusters
You may have heard a few of these throughout the years, but not everything everyone tells you is true. Here are some simple explanations for these workout myths:
1. Working out in the morning burns more calories. A calorie burned is a calorie burned and it doesn’t matter if it is done at 5am or 5pm. What is more likely is that if you workout before you head to the office, you will be more apt to workout. Once you get home, you get tired or busy and find yourself coming up with excuses not to head to the gym or go for a run. But if you run 3 miles in the morning or 3 miles in the evening at the exact same pace on the exact same course, you will burn the same calories.
2. Eating junk food makes you fat. Calories make you fat, not the food you consume. If you eat a lot of calories and do not burn it off, you will gain weight. Weight gain comes from more calories in than more calories out—it’s simple math. However, eating junk food is empty calories and will not make you feel full like an apple chock full of fiber. When you eat junk food, you are not satisfying your appetite, so you will eat more. But truthfully, eating junk food isn’t what causes you to balloon a size, it’s simply eating too much—even eating too much healthy food will cause you to gain weight.
3. Lifting weights will cause me to have big muscles (females). Females need to lift excessive amounts of weight for muscles to increase in mass. The typical female will not lift this much doing resistance training. Rather, it is important to incorporate resistance training into your daily workout—you burn more calories and muscle is more compact than fat. So, by lifting weights you can actually decrease your size.
4. Spot training my thighs will cause them to shrink. Spot training isn’t an acceptable means to causing any part of the body to look more “cut” or shapely or become smaller. You must train your entire body through all over resistance training and cardio.
These are just a few of the myths floating out there in the fitness world. Remember that proper training and diet are the best modes possible for getting your body and mind into great shape.
You may have heard a few of these throughout the years, but not everything everyone tells you is true. Here are some simple explanations for these workout myths:
1. Working out in the morning burns more calories. A calorie burned is a calorie burned and it doesn’t matter if it is done at 5am or 5pm. What is more likely is that if you workout before you head to the office, you will be more apt to workout. Once you get home, you get tired or busy and find yourself coming up with excuses not to head to the gym or go for a run. But if you run 3 miles in the morning or 3 miles in the evening at the exact same pace on the exact same course, you will burn the same calories.
2. Eating junk food makes you fat. Calories make you fat, not the food you consume. If you eat a lot of calories and do not burn it off, you will gain weight. Weight gain comes from more calories in than more calories out—it’s simple math. However, eating junk food is empty calories and will not make you feel full like an apple chock full of fiber. When you eat junk food, you are not satisfying your appetite, so you will eat more. But truthfully, eating junk food isn’t what causes you to balloon a size, it’s simply eating too much—even eating too much healthy food will cause you to gain weight.
3. Lifting weights will cause me to have big muscles (females). Females need to lift excessive amounts of weight for muscles to increase in mass. The typical female will not lift this much doing resistance training. Rather, it is important to incorporate resistance training into your daily workout—you burn more calories and muscle is more compact than fat. So, by lifting weights you can actually decrease your size.
4. Spot training my thighs will cause them to shrink. Spot training isn’t an acceptable means to causing any part of the body to look more “cut” or shapely or become smaller. You must train your entire body through all over resistance training and cardio.
These are just a few of the myths floating out there in the fitness world. Remember that proper training and diet are the best modes possible for getting your body and mind into great shape.
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