Let's throw in a business trip for fun! Watch her juggle all the balls!
I get to go on a 2, possibly 3, night trip! Yippee! I guess I may actually have to bring workout clothes on a business trip. The hotel we usually stay at has a gym.
And guess what? It is the week before the triathlon, and the day I get back is the day I need to pick up my registration packet. I sure hope my plane isn't delayed.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Late Night
Wednesday: Due to the storms, and me wanting to eat properly and digest my food even more properly, and a nap, and some bills that needed to be paid, and 2 recipes that needed to be found online so I could go grocery shopping tonight, I did not get to the gym until after 9. So I knew it wouldn't be a marathon workout.
But I did do 3 miles on the treadmill in 37 minutes (1 minute less than last time I did 3 miles). While I never ran more than 1 mile consecutively, I did feel good about the workout because I had 3 long stretches of running, instead of breaking it up more. I ran 1.0 miles, then walked 0.15, then jogged 0.85, walked 0.4 and then jogged 0.6.
It is so hot in there, even though I was under the fan. I felt a little sick afterwards, so I tried to cool down more than usual. Then I did lift weights for a little while. Anyway, I didn't get home until Dave Letterman came on. After a little snack, and more cooling down and relaxing time, I didn't get out of the shower until 11:30. I didn't bother drying my hair, which resulted in major bedhead this morning. I was running late so I didn't have time to wash my hair and start over. Which resulted in me wearing a headband today.
But I did do 3 miles on the treadmill in 37 minutes (1 minute less than last time I did 3 miles). While I never ran more than 1 mile consecutively, I did feel good about the workout because I had 3 long stretches of running, instead of breaking it up more. I ran 1.0 miles, then walked 0.15, then jogged 0.85, walked 0.4 and then jogged 0.6.
It is so hot in there, even though I was under the fan. I felt a little sick afterwards, so I tried to cool down more than usual. Then I did lift weights for a little while. Anyway, I didn't get home until Dave Letterman came on. After a little snack, and more cooling down and relaxing time, I didn't get out of the shower until 11:30. I didn't bother drying my hair, which resulted in major bedhead this morning. I was running late so I didn't have time to wash my hair and start over. Which resulted in me wearing a headband today.
Sunday, July 27, 2008
I chickened out...but it wasn't all my fault!
Saturday: Just did the treadmill and some weights. I didn't even make one mile without stopping. But did 2 miles in about 25 minutes, mostly running. Didn't want to tire myself out so that I could pig out Saturday night at dinner with old friends!
Sunday: Today was supposed to be the day of me taking my first group class at the gym. I decided I wanted to try "coached cycling" which I assumed was like the spinning class I've heard about. The sign on the wall said the class was at 10 and at 10:30 in the bike room. I planned to go to the 10:00 class, but the snooze button just kept getting pressed and then my brother called, so of course I had to talk to him. Anyway, I got there in plenty of time for the 10:30 class. The classroom has one wall of windows, so I could see the 10:00 class was still going on (and boy were they sweaty). So I did a few crunches while I was waiting. Well, 10:30 came and went. I was waiting for the class to let out and they never did. About 10:35, a guy walked by and then entered the class, and joined in. There were only a few empty bikes. Well, I didn't feel like walking in during the middle of class, so I didn't. I guess there is one hour long class, and then you can join in at the halfway mark if you want. Seems weird to me. I will try again next week, and show up at 10. Then that means I have to be there for an hour!
Anyway, since I had my padded bike shorts on, I got on the stationary bike not in the classroom. I did 12 miles in a little over 30 minutes. After cooling down a bit, I went to the pool and did 14 laps! Pretty good for me. I think I swam every stroke there is, plus a few that I made up struggling just to get to the end of the pool. Finished with a hot tub soak. I realized it doesn't matter if I pee 2 minutes before the hot tub, I will still get the sensation that I need to go again. But it usually goes away after the first few minutes.
***NEW SUBJECT. I consider August 1st the day I really need to get in gear with the whole triathlon workout thing. In my head, i thought that I would be able to do all of the events individually without stopping by now. Then I would use the three weeks in August to really work on my conditioning to be able to do the multiple events in one day. Well, I can't do the swimming without stopping, and I sure can't do the 3 mile jog without stopping. The biking is a maybe - I can do it indoors, not sure about outside with hills.
Incidentally, August is the busiest single month for my at work. I have two major reports that I work at this time of year. I usually work about an hour late on most days and few hours on the weekend to make the process smooth. The guy that was hired to help me out is going to be gone for two weeks in August. He asked my boss if he could take the time out, and he said yes without checking with me. I don't begrudge him the time he will be spending in Europe - just because he's 23 and has been several times, and I haven't been at all. I just wish someone could have checked with me. Anywhoo...
And as the fates would have it, August is shaping up to be the busiest social month of the year for some reason. I have at least one (many times 3) event to go to each weekend. I know people with kids and more friends with me do this every month, but not me! This is from my memory, so I may be leaving something out:
Sunday: Today was supposed to be the day of me taking my first group class at the gym. I decided I wanted to try "coached cycling" which I assumed was like the spinning class I've heard about. The sign on the wall said the class was at 10 and at 10:30 in the bike room. I planned to go to the 10:00 class, but the snooze button just kept getting pressed and then my brother called, so of course I had to talk to him. Anyway, I got there in plenty of time for the 10:30 class. The classroom has one wall of windows, so I could see the 10:00 class was still going on (and boy were they sweaty). So I did a few crunches while I was waiting. Well, 10:30 came and went. I was waiting for the class to let out and they never did. About 10:35, a guy walked by and then entered the class, and joined in. There were only a few empty bikes. Well, I didn't feel like walking in during the middle of class, so I didn't. I guess there is one hour long class, and then you can join in at the halfway mark if you want. Seems weird to me. I will try again next week, and show up at 10. Then that means I have to be there for an hour!
Anyway, since I had my padded bike shorts on, I got on the stationary bike not in the classroom. I did 12 miles in a little over 30 minutes. After cooling down a bit, I went to the pool and did 14 laps! Pretty good for me. I think I swam every stroke there is, plus a few that I made up struggling just to get to the end of the pool. Finished with a hot tub soak. I realized it doesn't matter if I pee 2 minutes before the hot tub, I will still get the sensation that I need to go again. But it usually goes away after the first few minutes.
***NEW SUBJECT. I consider August 1st the day I really need to get in gear with the whole triathlon workout thing. In my head, i thought that I would be able to do all of the events individually without stopping by now. Then I would use the three weeks in August to really work on my conditioning to be able to do the multiple events in one day. Well, I can't do the swimming without stopping, and I sure can't do the 3 mile jog without stopping. The biking is a maybe - I can do it indoors, not sure about outside with hills.
Incidentally, August is the busiest single month for my at work. I have two major reports that I work at this time of year. I usually work about an hour late on most days and few hours on the weekend to make the process smooth. The guy that was hired to help me out is going to be gone for two weeks in August. He asked my boss if he could take the time out, and he said yes without checking with me. I don't begrudge him the time he will be spending in Europe - just because he's 23 and has been several times, and I haven't been at all. I just wish someone could have checked with me. Anywhoo...
And as the fates would have it, August is shaping up to be the busiest social month of the year for some reason. I have at least one (many times 3) event to go to each weekend. I know people with kids and more friends with me do this every month, but not me! This is from my memory, so I may be leaving something out:
- Boyfriend's birthday, I already have something planned, I just need to figure out what day to do it on. Hoping to buy the present today.
- Good friend's 30th birthday - I really hope I can get together sometime to celebrate with her (she lives out of town).
- Co-worker/friend's wedding, which entails: shower, bach party, and Friday night wedding (on previous friend's actual birthday) on 3 consecutive weekends...may bow out of the shower.
- Niece's bday - need to get a present...have no idea what to get
- My brother and his gang are coming one weekend to hang out and go to Six Flags before school starts.
- My regular book club meeting
- BBQ for another good friend who is coming in town from California
- Party barge lake party thing (this is actually the weekend after the triathlon)
- Baby shower (also weekend after triathlon). Hope to buy the present today (Sorry if you are reading this...I won't post I what I buy ;)
How am I supposed to work out 6 days a week with all this going on and still keep my boyfriend and keep my clients happy? I told b/f he would just have to bear with me during August (except for his bday, I will give up all for him on that day), like he told me during the hockey playoffs. I guess less TV for me, although MadMen starts tonight, and I will be watching that every week, even if it means shortening my work out.
Friday, July 25, 2008
No good stories today
Thursday: 14 miles on the bike (not treadmill, sorry) which was very boring! Then about a mile on the treadmill. Didn't lose any more weight, even with the haircut.
My lower back is always very sore/tired/tense after I do my workouts.
If I leave work early today, then I will go swim. Otherwise, no workout for Friday, and I'm ok with that. And you're ok. In fact, we are all ok.
My lower back is always very sore/tired/tense after I do my workouts.
If I leave work early today, then I will go swim. Otherwise, no workout for Friday, and I'm ok with that. And you're ok. In fact, we are all ok.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Decent workout
Wednesday: I finally made it back to the gym. Started off pretty strong on the treadmill. Did my first mile in a little over 10 minutes. Then got a sharp pain in my side, and tried to walk it out. Ended up doing 3 miles in 38 minutes. Some walking but finished strong.
Did a few reps on the leg weights machine.
Headed to the pool. I bought a watch so I could more accurately gauge my swimming time. A little disappointing. Did the 12 laps in 14 minutes. I have to improve on swimming. I don't' know if the race is conducive to being able to rest between laps.
Then did 10 minutes in the hot tub. I made sure and tinkled before the swimming workout, but still as soon as I hit the hot water, the urge presented itself. Using mind over matter, I was able to have a somewhat relaxing time.
Avoided the urge to stop at Taco Bell on the way home. Don't know if I did much better by eating about a gallon of home made popcorn.
Did a few reps on the leg weights machine.
Headed to the pool. I bought a watch so I could more accurately gauge my swimming time. A little disappointing. Did the 12 laps in 14 minutes. I have to improve on swimming. I don't' know if the race is conducive to being able to rest between laps.
Then did 10 minutes in the hot tub. I made sure and tinkled before the swimming workout, but still as soon as I hit the hot water, the urge presented itself. Using mind over matter, I was able to have a somewhat relaxing time.
Avoided the urge to stop at Taco Bell on the way home. Don't know if I did much better by eating about a gallon of home made popcorn.
Laziness Runs Rampant At Local House! And To Install Or Not To Install? (Bonus Post)
Monday AND Tuesday - no workout. I am super lazy.
Since I have nothing to say about that, I have a house dilemma to discuss.
I love my front door. It is my favorite upgrade. Maybe I have mentioned, maybe I haven't. But the love is there. It is dark and wooden, and has a design in it. For some reason, I don't have a picture of it. And I know it is just not me. Several people have commented on it. How it makes the house complete, it is beautiful from the street, etc. And the door has two sides, so I can enjoy its beauty from the inside as well. Now I know how proud parents must feel for their offspring.
I have been toying with the idea of putting in a glass storm door in the front. The reasons are two-fold. During the day when I am at home, I could open the wood door, and let more sun into the living room. The cats would love to look out into the world from another vantage point. Maybe it is because I grew up with the front door open, and I just like the welcoming feel to it...not sure. But I like the idea. Also, I think there is some airflow happening around the door. When it is windy, there is a loud, howling noise. I know some of it comes from the shape of the porch and roof. But I think some comes from a draft under the door. Maybe a storm door would limit that.
Now for the dilemma part. A storm door would interfere with the natural beauty and elegance of the wood door. Sure, it is mostly glass, but there is a frame around it, and the glass causes a reflection, so you can't see the door in some angles.
Also, it is not an exactly easy install. My parents were in town this weekend, so we went to check it out. My beautiful door is not a standard size, apparently. The storm door is much smaller than the entrance it needs to fit. So my dad would have to fill in some extra space. It can be done - my neighbor got one installed.
In addition, storm doors come in only 5 colors, none of which look particularly good with my trim or door color. So we would have to match the color and paint it. But my dad says he can do all of that...he just needs to bring the right tools.
So what do you think? I'm leaning towards doing it since I spend most of my time indoors. My friend is against because she is an even bigger fan of the door.
Since I have nothing to say about that, I have a house dilemma to discuss.
I love my front door. It is my favorite upgrade. Maybe I have mentioned, maybe I haven't. But the love is there. It is dark and wooden, and has a design in it. For some reason, I don't have a picture of it. And I know it is just not me. Several people have commented on it. How it makes the house complete, it is beautiful from the street, etc. And the door has two sides, so I can enjoy its beauty from the inside as well. Now I know how proud parents must feel for their offspring.
I have been toying with the idea of putting in a glass storm door in the front. The reasons are two-fold. During the day when I am at home, I could open the wood door, and let more sun into the living room. The cats would love to look out into the world from another vantage point. Maybe it is because I grew up with the front door open, and I just like the welcoming feel to it...not sure. But I like the idea. Also, I think there is some airflow happening around the door. When it is windy, there is a loud, howling noise. I know some of it comes from the shape of the porch and roof. But I think some comes from a draft under the door. Maybe a storm door would limit that.
Now for the dilemma part. A storm door would interfere with the natural beauty and elegance of the wood door. Sure, it is mostly glass, but there is a frame around it, and the glass causes a reflection, so you can't see the door in some angles.
Also, it is not an exactly easy install. My parents were in town this weekend, so we went to check it out. My beautiful door is not a standard size, apparently. The storm door is much smaller than the entrance it needs to fit. So my dad would have to fill in some extra space. It can be done - my neighbor got one installed.
In addition, storm doors come in only 5 colors, none of which look particularly good with my trim or door color. So we would have to match the color and paint it. But my dad says he can do all of that...he just needs to bring the right tools.
So what do you think? I'm leaning towards doing it since I spend most of my time indoors. My friend is against because she is an even bigger fan of the door.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Closing Time
Friday & Saturday: Big fat nothing for a work out. But I did eat a Sonic hamburger, fries and Dr. Pepper for lunch for Friday, since I had been pretty good all week. I didn't get cheese because I am on a strict regimen. I followed that up with chipotle fajitas at a new mexican place we tried Friday night. It is a keeper! Their salsa is full of cilantro, which I must say is very tasty. Neither of my parents or my boyfriend are a fan of cilantro. I love it! They are obviously insane. Saturday and Sunday were full of bbq beef, beans, potato chips, beer, broc & cauliflower salad, and brownies.
Sunday: The song "Closing Time" was playing on my iPod as they announced that they gym was closing. I had forgotten that 24 hour fitness gym closed at 8pm on Sunday nights. Perhaps it is the name of the gym that made me forget. Because I actually had to do some work work today and I didn't want to go workout, I didn't make it there until a little after 7. I had planned to do some part of a work out on all three legs of my triathlon. So I jumped on the bike. I wanted to do a good 30 minutes. I had almost reached the time when I heard they were announcing something over the speaker. I assumed they were saying the babysitting service was closing at 8. But then I had a sneaking suspicion that I recalled someone at sometime saying that the gym closed early on Sundays. While I wasn't done with my 30 minutes, I was approaching 10 miles, a good round number. So I quickly got to that mile marker, jumped off and went to the treadmill. I knew swimming was out because I only had less than twenty minutes. What with the costume change the shower, that just wouldn't allow me to work up a good sweat. So onto the endless road machine. I didn't want to be a bad guest and wait until 8 to finish my workout and then head to the locker room and then mosey out. I wanted to be in my car by 8. Tthat meant if I really wanted to get a mile in, I would have to go fast, and no walking. So I started off strong at 5mph and kept shifting up. With the announcements coming fast and furious every 5 minutes, I did my fastest mile time so far - 10 min 20 secs. I had to increase to 7mph for the last .10 to do it, but I accomplished my altered goal with a few minutes to spare. I didn't give myself adequate cool down time so I felt kinda yucky...but the knowledge that I could go harder if I was motivated felt good. Goodnight...I'm sure I will sleep good tonight. The beer and Tylenol Nighttime (my knee has been hurting a little) will hopefully insure that :)
Useless footnote: I tend to start a lot of sentences with "So..." I have already cleaned out a few, but there are plently more left. It is hard for me to tell a story without "so then...". Will try to improve.
Sunday: The song "Closing Time" was playing on my iPod as they announced that they gym was closing. I had forgotten that 24 hour fitness gym closed at 8pm on Sunday nights. Perhaps it is the name of the gym that made me forget. Because I actually had to do some work work today and I didn't want to go workout, I didn't make it there until a little after 7. I had planned to do some part of a work out on all three legs of my triathlon. So I jumped on the bike. I wanted to do a good 30 minutes. I had almost reached the time when I heard they were announcing something over the speaker. I assumed they were saying the babysitting service was closing at 8. But then I had a sneaking suspicion that I recalled someone at sometime saying that the gym closed early on Sundays. While I wasn't done with my 30 minutes, I was approaching 10 miles, a good round number. So I quickly got to that mile marker, jumped off and went to the treadmill. I knew swimming was out because I only had less than twenty minutes. What with the costume change the shower, that just wouldn't allow me to work up a good sweat. So onto the endless road machine. I didn't want to be a bad guest and wait until 8 to finish my workout and then head to the locker room and then mosey out. I wanted to be in my car by 8. Tthat meant if I really wanted to get a mile in, I would have to go fast, and no walking. So I started off strong at 5mph and kept shifting up. With the announcements coming fast and furious every 5 minutes, I did my fastest mile time so far - 10 min 20 secs. I had to increase to 7mph for the last .10 to do it, but I accomplished my altered goal with a few minutes to spare. I didn't give myself adequate cool down time so I felt kinda yucky...but the knowledge that I could go harder if I was motivated felt good. Goodnight...I'm sure I will sleep good tonight. The beer and Tylenol Nighttime (my knee has been hurting a little) will hopefully insure that :)
Useless footnote: I tend to start a lot of sentences with "So..." I have already cleaned out a few, but there are plently more left. It is hard for me to tell a story without "so then...". Will try to improve.
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