Alas-- I have lost my live in babysitter. Cole has moved on to greener pastures--well in his mind anyway. He has moved to a basement apartment with friends in Lindon. I'm hoping and praying that he finds the nearest bus stop to travel to a new job which he's still looking for and then receive a paycheck and be able to pay his rent and buy food, toilet paper, soap and deodorant. All this needs to happen in the next several days. I must give him points for just heading out the door with courage and adventure leading the way. I think he had more courage because he was acting on a full stomach and had recently used a fully stocked bathroom.
Good luck I say go get em baby, you can do it!!!! Go see what you can accomplish in this big world. Do come see us on Sunday and we'll feed you dinner and give you your birthday present then get on back out there and make a difference.
Oh yes when you're back on Sunday I do need you to take out the garbage, it's past full and please fix the Christmas lights that have come loose and I need you to help me move some furniture around. Oh and also can you stop by every morning around 8:30 for an hour and watch Jack so I can go running. I just started back up again a week ago and was doing really well. Also, I made some Christmas tree cookies tonight and I'm eating quite a few so please come back and eat them so i won't have to.
Other than that go have a great time starting your new adult life and please clean up after yourself and say please and thank you and don't forget to turn off the stove--I know I taught you better than that.
And to everyone else--if you see a tall skinny with sort of long hair kid acting like an adult please be nice and give him a ride or a buck to buy a hamburger or better yet- A JOB!!!!
And pray for his momma to find another a babysitter and stop eating all the cookies!!!!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
It seems like my posting days ended with LOTOJA and I'll admit that I've felt like my life's purpose ended also. I've been wondering what I'm supposed to do when I get up each day and Scott's been wondering what I actually do each day since I stopped riding. Not a whole lot I say and he sadly shakes his head. Yes I've been in a funk since I stopped riding. Why did I stop you say--well the week after LOTOJA I took a break, then I got sick for a week and then the weather turned cold and rainy and before I knew it a whole month had gone by with no riding. Scott felt sorry for me so a week ago he took me down to St George and I rode in their fall Tour de St. George. It felt great to be back on the bike although the ride had a lot of big hills and after 67 miles my fanny was screaming to get off the bike. The weather was beautiful in the afternoon but chilly at 8am when we started. Jack had a ball staying in a hotel, being the center of attention of 4 adults, swimming at the pool and getting free cookies from the waiter at the restaurant because he was hamming it up. The weekend was awesome. Just the thing to pull me out of my funk.
I finally pulled out my running shoes again this week. I'm starting all over again it seems but at least I'm doing something and it feels good to move. I've had to accept the hard fact that at this age if I let up at all that I'm not so quick to bounce back and if I'm not paying attention to what I eat all my hard work is for nought very quickly.
I do have some motivation back though to cut out the mindless grazing. Scott is taking me on a second honeymoon for our 20th wedding aniversary coming up in January--somewhere warm with beautiful beaches. I'm all a flutter with excitement.
I have been doing something with my waking time besides eating---I'm painting. I've finally made a decision on colors and I've painted my hallway and bathroom and now I'm working on the kitchen. It's moving slower than I'd like it to--too many interuptions from the three yr old and yes even the 18 yr old but I'm excited that I was finally able to make a decision on the colors and I love how it is turning out. A dark gold (the color of dry mustard) in the hallway and bathroom, and green in the kitchen. It looks great with my Autumn Leaves dark orange/red in the living room. I'm definitely a autumn person.
I hope everyone is doing well. Lori it was fun to see pictures of your trip to Korea and Laura I love looking at your photography pictures. Do you only take pictures of beautiful people?
Have a fun and safe Halloween!!!
I finally pulled out my running shoes again this week. I'm starting all over again it seems but at least I'm doing something and it feels good to move. I've had to accept the hard fact that at this age if I let up at all that I'm not so quick to bounce back and if I'm not paying attention to what I eat all my hard work is for nought very quickly.
I do have some motivation back though to cut out the mindless grazing. Scott is taking me on a second honeymoon for our 20th wedding aniversary coming up in January--somewhere warm with beautiful beaches. I'm all a flutter with excitement.
I have been doing something with my waking time besides eating---I'm painting. I've finally made a decision on colors and I've painted my hallway and bathroom and now I'm working on the kitchen. It's moving slower than I'd like it to--too many interuptions from the three yr old and yes even the 18 yr old but I'm excited that I was finally able to make a decision on the colors and I love how it is turning out. A dark gold (the color of dry mustard) in the hallway and bathroom, and green in the kitchen. It looks great with my Autumn Leaves dark orange/red in the living room. I'm definitely a autumn person.
I hope everyone is doing well. Lori it was fun to see pictures of your trip to Korea and Laura I love looking at your photography pictures. Do you only take pictures of beautiful people?
Have a fun and safe Halloween!!!
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Pictures of LOTOJA
Of course Scott and I took our camera but it stayed in the bag the entire time. Lucky for us others actually pulled theirs out and took some snapshots.
Stacey and Chris were two of my roommates the night before plus as you can see fellow cyclists with our matching tattoos!
This was our Leg 3 team.
This is me heading up the last part of "queen of the mountain." It doesn't look like I'm going up hill but the camera lies--Scott H. was holding the camera at an odd angle.
I was breathing heavy, trying to talk to the group in the truck and of course trying to smile for the picture.
This is at the top of "queen of the mtn." At the crest of the hill I sprinted to finish and caught this guy before we crossed the time line and then felt guilty so I coasted in with him instead.
Scott taking off on Leg 4.
This is the 13 of the total 25 that crossed the finish line together.
This is part of the team that hooked up after to have dinner together.Tuesday, September 22, 2009
LOTOJA 2009 The Novel
I have to say that I never thought we would be able to repeat the great time we had last year at LOTOJA because it was so much fun and everything worked out so well, but we pulled it off---this year was fantastic too and had some additional bonuses.
1. The weather was warmer by a few degrees so absolutely perfect--low 70's when I was riding around 10am. We got new team jackets that we didn't need to wear riding but were able to wear them in the morning and evening so we added cool factor points to our appearance.
2. We added two more teams of 5 each so we had 25 cyclists riding around with the CR England jerseys on. At the feed zones/relay exchange points there was always a group of at least 10+ of us standing around in matching jerseys or jackets so we made a statement. What that statement was I'm not sure but it could be we're having a lot of fun riding and hey we even have matching jerseys. Cool! When we crossed the finish line there were 12 of us together and it just looked cool to have that many of us in a line.
3. I rode leg 3 which was 45 miles from Montpelier, ID to Afton, WY with 3 other teammates. This consisted of 2 climbs totaling 18 miles climbing 2300 ft, 5 miles which where 7%. I did the "queen of the mtn" portion, 3 miles of 7% in 23 minutes. I topped out at 46 mph on the descents. I was able to hang with one of my teammates, Stacey, 27 yrs old and a very strong climber up the first climb and we just cruised. We were both surprised when we reached the summit so quickly. After the descent, we caught onto a train of guys riding 20mph heading to the next climb and I was pumped that we could hang with them. They were fighting the wind for us and it saved us a lot of work but we were still riding up an incline so we were working to hang with them at that speed. Stacey took a turn pulling (riding at the front) but I stayed at the back thrilled to be there. They pulled us into the neutral feed zone right before the start of the big climb--the queen/king of the mountain climb.
Stacey finished the queen of the mtn portion in 21 minutes and I was pumped to find out I was only 2 minutes behind. She is such a strong climber. She thought I would catch her on the down hill because I like to let go and fly and she is more cautious but she let go and flew too so I never did catch up to her. The last 15 miles into Afton I was riding by my lonesome but with a little help from a tailwind I was riding 30 mph at one point. Oh the beauty of a tailwind. I kept checking my bike computer because I couldn't believe I was riding so fast by myself. I worked harder than I have ever done on any ride and I felt it, but I was able to finish this leg in 2 hours and 43 minutes(that included a 5 min stop to refill water bottles) I had desperately wanted to ride this leg in 3 hours and after my training rides I expected to come in about 3:10. Never did I think that I would be under 3. I know that riding with the group of guys really helped out my time but for me to even be able to hang on with them is just incredible. By the time we had reached the neutral feed zone to refill the water bottles my hamstrings were buzzing from working so hard. I sort of squatted down to fill my water bottle and for a moment I thought I would not be able to stand back up. Oh the rush to push yourself so hard and succeed.
I ended coming in to Afton 5 minutes behind Stacey and our other teammate Amy was 5 minutes behind me. What an incredible ride. We were laughing and cheering and then the next riders were gone and we had to scramble (actually a funny stiff looking quick walk) to the cars to get to the next exchange point.
A group of us started the last leg together, Alpine to Jackson Hole (47 miles) and we had others join us along the way to finish with 12 of us. We finished in 12 hours and 22 minutes.
Scott rode 127 miles again this year and I rode 92 miles. I was so excited about riding leg 3 that I didn't even care about riding the last leg but I'm glad I did. Snake River Canyon into Jackson is absolutely beautiful, it's fun riding with the bigger group and we try to relax and enjoy the ride until someone gets excited and kicks up the speed. I was still feeling strong and full of energy for the last leg. I had refueled in the car with my PB&J and a can of flat coke. Not a big fan of coke but our support crew had it on good authority that drinking a can of flat coke will give you the needed caffeine and sugar boost. I sucked the whole thing down (that in itself is a miracle) and felt good to go.
Actually NOT one of the bonuses....The last 3 1/2 miles before the finish line my previous ride started to catch up with me. My hamstrings were ok this time but my quads were twitching and I was desperately looking for the finish line. We crossed the finish line, I got off my bike and my quads rebelled instantly. Both quads seized up and cramped like I've never experienced before. During moments of that intense of pain it is hard to have a conversation and people kept trying to talk to me, I just wanted to cry and yell at the same time. It took almost an hour for the pain to stop and then I was fine. Good to go. Let's go for a ride. The most bizzare thing ever. Later after talking with a fellow teammate who is a nurse I was told next time to sit down wherever and massage the muscles til the cramping stops. Now I know. Plus I should have eaten a banana at lunch for the potassium. (I tried but the banana was too ripe and mushy--gag!)
4. A group of us met up for dinner that night at the Silver Dollar Grill and had a party eating and rehashing the day. We were a little loud with the stories and laughter but oh what fun we had. We did a repeat the next morning at breakfast--laughing, telling stories and talking about what to do next year. We'll meet again for a barbecue in a week or so and rehash it all over again because we're nuts and we just can't get enough of it.
5. Absolutely one of the best weekends ever!!!! A fabulous way to end my cycling season and kick start my 40's. I trained hard, I rode hard and I feel great being 40. I'm looking forward to cycling next year as an even stronger, faster40 yr old!!!
6. The icing on the cake. Scott thinks I look good, "pretty darn good" (as George of the Jungle says), in my cycling shorts even if I am 40.
I'll get out for several more rides I hope before the cold has me hanging up my bike but officially I'm done riding and the 5K training starts. I'm supposed to run the AF Halloween 5K with my sisters. I better get moving.
PS..... NOT a bonus either but definitely a memorable moment of LOTOJA 2009: Coming up to a group of 50+ male cyclists straddling their bikes in a line on the side of the road watering the weeds. A very unique irrigation system. Stacey, Amy and I wanted to yell several things but before we could they were done, on their bikes almost running us over and down the road. Very serious competitors.
1. The weather was warmer by a few degrees so absolutely perfect--low 70's when I was riding around 10am. We got new team jackets that we didn't need to wear riding but were able to wear them in the morning and evening so we added cool factor points to our appearance.
2. We added two more teams of 5 each so we had 25 cyclists riding around with the CR England jerseys on. At the feed zones/relay exchange points there was always a group of at least 10+ of us standing around in matching jerseys or jackets so we made a statement. What that statement was I'm not sure but it could be we're having a lot of fun riding and hey we even have matching jerseys. Cool! When we crossed the finish line there were 12 of us together and it just looked cool to have that many of us in a line.
3. I rode leg 3 which was 45 miles from Montpelier, ID to Afton, WY with 3 other teammates. This consisted of 2 climbs totaling 18 miles climbing 2300 ft, 5 miles which where 7%. I did the "queen of the mtn" portion, 3 miles of 7% in 23 minutes. I topped out at 46 mph on the descents. I was able to hang with one of my teammates, Stacey, 27 yrs old and a very strong climber up the first climb and we just cruised. We were both surprised when we reached the summit so quickly. After the descent, we caught onto a train of guys riding 20mph heading to the next climb and I was pumped that we could hang with them. They were fighting the wind for us and it saved us a lot of work but we were still riding up an incline so we were working to hang with them at that speed. Stacey took a turn pulling (riding at the front) but I stayed at the back thrilled to be there. They pulled us into the neutral feed zone right before the start of the big climb--the queen/king of the mountain climb.
Stacey finished the queen of the mtn portion in 21 minutes and I was pumped to find out I was only 2 minutes behind. She is such a strong climber. She thought I would catch her on the down hill because I like to let go and fly and she is more cautious but she let go and flew too so I never did catch up to her. The last 15 miles into Afton I was riding by my lonesome but with a little help from a tailwind I was riding 30 mph at one point. Oh the beauty of a tailwind. I kept checking my bike computer because I couldn't believe I was riding so fast by myself. I worked harder than I have ever done on any ride and I felt it, but I was able to finish this leg in 2 hours and 43 minutes(that included a 5 min stop to refill water bottles) I had desperately wanted to ride this leg in 3 hours and after my training rides I expected to come in about 3:10. Never did I think that I would be under 3. I know that riding with the group of guys really helped out my time but for me to even be able to hang on with them is just incredible. By the time we had reached the neutral feed zone to refill the water bottles my hamstrings were buzzing from working so hard. I sort of squatted down to fill my water bottle and for a moment I thought I would not be able to stand back up. Oh the rush to push yourself so hard and succeed.
I ended coming in to Afton 5 minutes behind Stacey and our other teammate Amy was 5 minutes behind me. What an incredible ride. We were laughing and cheering and then the next riders were gone and we had to scramble (actually a funny stiff looking quick walk) to the cars to get to the next exchange point.
A group of us started the last leg together, Alpine to Jackson Hole (47 miles) and we had others join us along the way to finish with 12 of us. We finished in 12 hours and 22 minutes.
Scott rode 127 miles again this year and I rode 92 miles. I was so excited about riding leg 3 that I didn't even care about riding the last leg but I'm glad I did. Snake River Canyon into Jackson is absolutely beautiful, it's fun riding with the bigger group and we try to relax and enjoy the ride until someone gets excited and kicks up the speed. I was still feeling strong and full of energy for the last leg. I had refueled in the car with my PB&J and a can of flat coke. Not a big fan of coke but our support crew had it on good authority that drinking a can of flat coke will give you the needed caffeine and sugar boost. I sucked the whole thing down (that in itself is a miracle) and felt good to go.
Actually NOT one of the bonuses....The last 3 1/2 miles before the finish line my previous ride started to catch up with me. My hamstrings were ok this time but my quads were twitching and I was desperately looking for the finish line. We crossed the finish line, I got off my bike and my quads rebelled instantly. Both quads seized up and cramped like I've never experienced before. During moments of that intense of pain it is hard to have a conversation and people kept trying to talk to me, I just wanted to cry and yell at the same time. It took almost an hour for the pain to stop and then I was fine. Good to go. Let's go for a ride. The most bizzare thing ever. Later after talking with a fellow teammate who is a nurse I was told next time to sit down wherever and massage the muscles til the cramping stops. Now I know. Plus I should have eaten a banana at lunch for the potassium. (I tried but the banana was too ripe and mushy--gag!)
4. A group of us met up for dinner that night at the Silver Dollar Grill and had a party eating and rehashing the day. We were a little loud with the stories and laughter but oh what fun we had. We did a repeat the next morning at breakfast--laughing, telling stories and talking about what to do next year. We'll meet again for a barbecue in a week or so and rehash it all over again because we're nuts and we just can't get enough of it.
5. Absolutely one of the best weekends ever!!!! A fabulous way to end my cycling season and kick start my 40's. I trained hard, I rode hard and I feel great being 40. I'm looking forward to cycling next year as an even stronger, faster40 yr old!!!
6. The icing on the cake. Scott thinks I look good, "pretty darn good" (as George of the Jungle says), in my cycling shorts even if I am 40.
I'll get out for several more rides I hope before the cold has me hanging up my bike but officially I'm done riding and the 5K training starts. I'm supposed to run the AF Halloween 5K with my sisters. I better get moving.
PS..... NOT a bonus either but definitely a memorable moment of LOTOJA 2009: Coming up to a group of 50+ male cyclists straddling their bikes in a line on the side of the road watering the weeds. A very unique irrigation system. Stacey, Amy and I wanted to yell several things but before we could they were done, on their bikes almost running us over and down the road. Very serious competitors.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Turning 40
I have been anticipating turning 40 all year. Waiting for this major milestone to happen and now that it's here I had a tiny little panic attack. No longer can I use the excuse that I'm young and inexperienced. I expect wisdom and knowledge from those individuals who are 40+ and now I'm one of them. A little daunting and scary if people are looking to me for wisdom. I'm still trying to figure out pretty much everything in life. I can say that I have figured out one big thing that has opened my eyes and helped me in countless ways---As a teenager and a twenty year old I thought I knew not quite everything but most everything and now I know I know nothing and have everything to learn. Good luck to me I'm going to need it as I'm already forgetting what I was even talking about!!!
Saturday, September 12, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LORI!
Happy birthday to you - Happy birthday dear Lori - Happy birthday to you.
Is Lori the last of us to turn 40? Nancy, when is your birthday. I can't believe that Christy will be turning 41 in October. How I used to envy her for being the oldest back in the day that we were patiently waiting to drive, date, etc. Now, I'm glad its not me. . . . Yet.
Is Lori the last of us to turn 40? Nancy, when is your birthday. I can't believe that Christy will be turning 41 in October. How I used to envy her for being the oldest back in the day that we were patiently waiting to drive, date, etc. Now, I'm glad its not me. . . . Yet.
Monday, September 7, 2009
LOTOJA countdown!!
I can't believe it's September!! Three more days and I head to Kaysville to pick up my LOTOJA packet then Friday we leave for Logan (actually Preston, ID) that's were most of us are starting the ride. The last two weeks have just flown by and I'm excited for this weekend. I've been riding Suncrest and Emigration canyon to beef up my climbing skills and hopefully I'll be able to keep up with my riding pals to summit as queen of the mountain. Not "the numero uno" queen of the mountain but I'll crown myself if I can make it to the top and still have something left to finish the rest of my leg of the race. I have mapped out my 46 miles down to how fast I have to ride each mile to finish in 3 hours. I might be obsessing a little.
The weather is supposed to be absolutely beautiful this weekend--mid 70°'s--so by the time I start riding 10am ish it should be perfect. Hopefully my stomach will be calm, my legs strong and the wind at my back.
The weather is supposed to be absolutely beautiful this weekend--mid 70°'s--so by the time I start riding 10am ish it should be perfect. Hopefully my stomach will be calm, my legs strong and the wind at my back.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Week of Cycling
Yesterday our group rode Emigration Canyon to East Canyon--3hours 22 minutes of climbing--4600 feet of climbing to be more exact. 40 mph on the descents--5mph the slowest on the ascents but I was able to keep moving and didn't have to stop. I even passed some guys on the way up and they never caught me. Doesn't mean a lot but it gives me a little mental boost. Not to say that I didn't get passed--I did but at least I mixed it up and did some passing too. When we reached East Canyon Resort we took a water/restroom break. Scott heard some guys talking about the two hot chicks in pink jerseys that passed them (Stacy and I were wearing pink jerseys). He got a big kick out it. (Ok I'll admit so did I although I was more excited about the "passed them" part) I either need therapy or need to repent of my vain foolish ways. I'm having way too much fun with this cycling thing. My mother is worried about me. Working so hard to exhaustion climbing mountains then flying down them is a drug---maybe there needs to be an intervention.
We came home via the Tour of Utah stage 4 route, stopped on Traverse Ridge, ran into Alison Hayes and her kids and watched the Tour of Utah cyclists come by including Dave Harward . Incredible day!! Got home around 3pm and crashed. Poor Cole and Jack--they have been abandoned for the bike. It's nice that Cole is home and willing to watch Jack for us as long as we don't take advantage of him too often.
Thursday morning stopped by Thanksgiving Point to watch the start of Tour of Utah stage 2. Saw Dave and his team. Pretty cool. I was trying to be low key so I wouldn't interrupt his focus but he stopped and chatted for a minute.
Friday Scott, Jack and I went to the Miller Sport Motorcross Park to see stage 3, the time trials and this was really cool--we got to sit down on the cement barricades next to the track and see the cyclists when they started and as they finished--so up close and personal. In fact we were sitting on the barricade and one of the cyclists on the Rock Racing team stopped right in front of us, picked up his bike and said take this please. Scott held his bike for him while he caught his breath and then he climbed over the barricade and rode off. Kind of silly to be excited about that and we don't even know his name other than his team, he's Spanish and was in the top 10. Just really cool to see professional cyclists up close. We were able to see Dave Zabrieske and Floyd Landis up close as they finished also. (Both Tour de France veterans--Floyd Landis won the Tour de France 2 or 3 years ago but he lost the title due to doping.)
Anyway--it was exciting to see this kind of event and the caliber of cyclists right here in own backyard.
3 more weeks til LOTOJA---I'm feeling pretty good about riding one of the mountain legs especially after our ride Saturday. I know I can finish a climb of 8% grade and I'll be able to do it in the time I need to.
Keep moving---Fall is almost here. Yeah!!! Colored leaves, jackets, crisp air, fresh peaches---what a beautiful time to be alive.
We came home via the Tour of Utah stage 4 route, stopped on Traverse Ridge, ran into Alison Hayes and her kids and watched the Tour of Utah cyclists come by including Dave Harward . Incredible day!! Got home around 3pm and crashed. Poor Cole and Jack--they have been abandoned for the bike. It's nice that Cole is home and willing to watch Jack for us as long as we don't take advantage of him too often.
Thursday morning stopped by Thanksgiving Point to watch the start of Tour of Utah stage 2. Saw Dave and his team. Pretty cool. I was trying to be low key so I wouldn't interrupt his focus but he stopped and chatted for a minute.
Friday Scott, Jack and I went to the Miller Sport Motorcross Park to see stage 3, the time trials and this was really cool--we got to sit down on the cement barricades next to the track and see the cyclists when they started and as they finished--so up close and personal. In fact we were sitting on the barricade and one of the cyclists on the Rock Racing team stopped right in front of us, picked up his bike and said take this please. Scott held his bike for him while he caught his breath and then he climbed over the barricade and rode off. Kind of silly to be excited about that and we don't even know his name other than his team, he's Spanish and was in the top 10. Just really cool to see professional cyclists up close. We were able to see Dave Zabrieske and Floyd Landis up close as they finished also. (Both Tour de France veterans--Floyd Landis won the Tour de France 2 or 3 years ago but he lost the title due to doping.)
Anyway--it was exciting to see this kind of event and the caliber of cyclists right here in own backyard.
3 more weeks til LOTOJA---I'm feeling pretty good about riding one of the mountain legs especially after our ride Saturday. I know I can finish a climb of 8% grade and I'll be able to do it in the time I need to.
Keep moving---Fall is almost here. Yeah!!! Colored leaves, jackets, crisp air, fresh peaches---what a beautiful time to be alive.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Pictures
http://www.zazoosh.com/photos/225011368
I don't know if this link will work but Scott and I finally have a picture of us riding together. Zazoosh takes pictures of all types of events and Scott and I are never together completely--always a head or butt or arm of each of us.
Anyway try it. Looks like you just can't click on it you'll have to paste the link.
Here is the picture of me chasing the pack up the hill. I'm the one in the red at the tail of end of the pack. http://www.zazoosh.com/photos/225016004
I don't know if this link will work but Scott and I finally have a picture of us riding together. Zazoosh takes pictures of all types of events and Scott and I are never together completely--always a head or butt or arm of each of us.
Anyway try it. Looks like you just can't click on it you'll have to paste the link.
Here is the picture of me chasing the pack up the hill. I'm the one in the red at the tail of end of the pack. http://www.zazoosh.com/photos/225016004
Monday, August 10, 2009
ULCER
The ULCER is over--111 miles of fun??? I'm still trying to decide. I realized yet again that I am a slow starter. It takes some time for me to warm up, find my rhythm, adjust my shorts, breath, fix my hair, clear my mind, run through my gears and have a little chat with myself and who knows what else before I can focus and just ride. Usually this all takes the first 10 miles and by then I'm busting to catch up with everyone who started riding right off the start line. I need therapy. I need to relax and I enjoy the ride because of course this is not a race. Ya right!!! Then why are all those people passing me?
I did work hard on this ride---more so than any other century this year and even last year--and I felt it Saturday evening, and Sunday wanted to stay in bed all day. Saturday evening I had to lie down for an hour or so and I could still fill my muscles twitching. That was pretty awesome in a weird way. The wind kicked up the intensity big time and I worked hard to stay up with people that I usually can't hang with but this time I did!!!
We started with a group 20+ with 11 riding the full 111 miles. As I said before it always takes me some time to warm up and find my rhythm so the first 15 miles I'm just trying to hang on with the first group thinking to myself the whole time crap I thought I was getting better and why is this so hard and why can't I just be content to get old, gain weight and sit on the sidelines enjoying oreos. Well I'll tell you why because about mile 55 on one of the few inclines of the ride I HUNG WITH THE BOYS!!! It was awesome!! This incline was not steep or even very long but after 55 miles you're tired and it is up hill so you might have to shift and maybe slow down but I didn't. I was on the back end of a small group of guys and I stayed with them and felt great. It feels so incredible to work hard and make it to the top of a hill, not puke and then keep going.
Our rest stop before heading north and the final 45 miles was a mental ok time to get her done and you can do this moment. We were heading into a headwind and a slight incline and the west side of utah lake just goes on and on and on. We caught a break and rode with a large group 30+ of other cyclists---a bona fide real peleton!!!! It was incredible. The first 5 cyclists do all the hard work fighting the wind and everyone else just hangs on for the ride. We cruised between 18-22mph and just had fun. Someone up front decided to kick up the speed after a bit and we got dropped. Not good. Back to5 of us fighting the wind by ourselves. This is when I started to get really loopy because I am tired and everything is funny but it's not and I dream of throwing my bike in the bushes and kicking it---but I didn't--instead I started to look at the top of every little rolling hill and focus on my muscles pulling and pushing my way to the top. This is when I use other people to push me too. I force myself to pass other people and keep going and not let them catch up.
On every century that I've done I reach the 100 miles and I think I'm done, I rode a century so where is the finish line but for some unknown reason to me a century ride is never 100 miles. 103, 106, 111. It is a sick sense of humor that someone has that they gleefully plan these rides and they surely know that the last 3 to 10 miles are just killing the riders. It's all mental because apparently my legs know when they have reached the 100 mile marker and they just want to stop moving.
Although there is pain it is good pain--pain that makes you fully aware of your body and the miraculous creation that it is. I feel so blessed and and thankful that I have good health that I can ride and push myself. When I'm riding I almost always have a moment where I think I am so lucky to be able physically to do this when I know that so many people struggle with their health. I love to feel my body working hard and feel it getting stronger.
I might be tired but I'll get over it and be stronger for it. Can't wait for my next ride.
Stats: 6 hours 27 minutes of ride time 111 miles 17mph avg speed 32.4 max speed
8 hours 4 minutes of total time (rest stops and lunch---we chat way too much but lots of fun)
4500 Calories burned (my heart monitor) I wonder how accurate it is??? Funny that it was exactly 4500 calories this time.
Keep moving everyone and be safe.
I did work hard on this ride---more so than any other century this year and even last year--and I felt it Saturday evening, and Sunday wanted to stay in bed all day. Saturday evening I had to lie down for an hour or so and I could still fill my muscles twitching. That was pretty awesome in a weird way. The wind kicked up the intensity big time and I worked hard to stay up with people that I usually can't hang with but this time I did!!!
We started with a group 20+ with 11 riding the full 111 miles. As I said before it always takes me some time to warm up and find my rhythm so the first 15 miles I'm just trying to hang on with the first group thinking to myself the whole time crap I thought I was getting better and why is this so hard and why can't I just be content to get old, gain weight and sit on the sidelines enjoying oreos. Well I'll tell you why because about mile 55 on one of the few inclines of the ride I HUNG WITH THE BOYS!!! It was awesome!! This incline was not steep or even very long but after 55 miles you're tired and it is up hill so you might have to shift and maybe slow down but I didn't. I was on the back end of a small group of guys and I stayed with them and felt great. It feels so incredible to work hard and make it to the top of a hill, not puke and then keep going.
Our rest stop before heading north and the final 45 miles was a mental ok time to get her done and you can do this moment. We were heading into a headwind and a slight incline and the west side of utah lake just goes on and on and on. We caught a break and rode with a large group 30+ of other cyclists---a bona fide real peleton!!!! It was incredible. The first 5 cyclists do all the hard work fighting the wind and everyone else just hangs on for the ride. We cruised between 18-22mph and just had fun. Someone up front decided to kick up the speed after a bit and we got dropped. Not good. Back to5 of us fighting the wind by ourselves. This is when I started to get really loopy because I am tired and everything is funny but it's not and I dream of throwing my bike in the bushes and kicking it---but I didn't--instead I started to look at the top of every little rolling hill and focus on my muscles pulling and pushing my way to the top. This is when I use other people to push me too. I force myself to pass other people and keep going and not let them catch up.
On every century that I've done I reach the 100 miles and I think I'm done, I rode a century so where is the finish line but for some unknown reason to me a century ride is never 100 miles. 103, 106, 111. It is a sick sense of humor that someone has that they gleefully plan these rides and they surely know that the last 3 to 10 miles are just killing the riders. It's all mental because apparently my legs know when they have reached the 100 mile marker and they just want to stop moving.
Although there is pain it is good pain--pain that makes you fully aware of your body and the miraculous creation that it is. I feel so blessed and and thankful that I have good health that I can ride and push myself. When I'm riding I almost always have a moment where I think I am so lucky to be able physically to do this when I know that so many people struggle with their health. I love to feel my body working hard and feel it getting stronger.
I might be tired but I'll get over it and be stronger for it. Can't wait for my next ride.
Stats: 6 hours 27 minutes of ride time 111 miles 17mph avg speed 32.4 max speed
8 hours 4 minutes of total time (rest stops and lunch---we chat way too much but lots of fun)
4500 Calories burned (my heart monitor) I wonder how accurate it is??? Funny that it was exactly 4500 calories this time.
Keep moving everyone and be safe.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
I made it up Suncrest (Traverse Ridge) yesterday. Quite thrilled that I did it--it has been looming above me messing with my head but now I'm free and clear of the mind games. 4 miles that took me 40 minutes to go up and 9 1/2 minutes to come down. This climb is planned for several times in August now because of the 2 mile portion with an 8% grade. Fairly steep! It will help me manage my climbing in September for LOTOJA.
Saturday ride is good ol AF Canyon.
cheerio
Saturday ride is good ol AF Canyon.
cheerio
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Happy Belated 4th & 24th!!
July has gone by crazy fast. I'm still riding 3-4 times a week but still haven't been able to lace my sorry self into my running shoes and get out there. Cole and I have been working on house projects for two weeks and then last week we were in Lake Powell--yes "IN" Lake Powell. 100 degress + all week. We did a lot of floating in the water as a substitute for a/c. We did manage to get some wakeboardin and skiing in on the dawn patrol and evening runs--incredible. I've forgotten how much fun it is. The adults can still teach the next generation a thing or too.
I tried to limit the treats and sugar intake during the week but alas my addiction overpowered me. I brought home a little extra weight and now I'm kicking myself because I've got to lose it all over again.
I did manage to ride up AF Canyon again the day before we left for Powell. More suffering on the way up but the ride down was incredible--42 mph and that was coasting. Soooo much fun. I only hit that speed on the straight away by Mutual Dell and then it's 26 to 32 mph after that. AF Canyon is on the schedule 4 more times before Sept. I'm still slower than I want but I can see a little bit of progress. I'm still dragging during the day. Trying to keep the sugar to a minimum and drinking lots of water but my energy level is low---very frustrating. If anyone has any ideas please share.
Be safe and watch out for bears. (I haven't seen any up AF Canyon so I'm doing great--I did yell that breakfast was over so maybe that took care of them)
I tried to limit the treats and sugar intake during the week but alas my addiction overpowered me. I brought home a little extra weight and now I'm kicking myself because I've got to lose it all over again.
I did manage to ride up AF Canyon again the day before we left for Powell. More suffering on the way up but the ride down was incredible--42 mph and that was coasting. Soooo much fun. I only hit that speed on the straight away by Mutual Dell and then it's 26 to 32 mph after that. AF Canyon is on the schedule 4 more times before Sept. I'm still slower than I want but I can see a little bit of progress. I'm still dragging during the day. Trying to keep the sugar to a minimum and drinking lots of water but my energy level is low---very frustrating. If anyone has any ideas please share.
Be safe and watch out for bears. (I haven't seen any up AF Canyon so I'm doing great--I did yell that breakfast was over so maybe that took care of them)
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Fall Runs
Jaime and Laura, thanks for the concern. You don't sound like my mother--she wants me to quit riding completely and learn to knit but you can't be too careful when knitting you could poke your eye out and fall out of your chair and fall on the needle!!! I do get a little cocky sometimes and then something small happens like a little loose gravel or a car pulling out but it makes me more aware so it's all good.
I found some races that we could run together in the fall. There is Snow Canyon half marathon (St. George ) on Nov 7th. Save a Sister 10K & 5K on Oct 24th in St. George (might be appropriate for a girls trip), the Schutzenfest 5k in Midway on Sept 26. They are all held on Saturday. There are a couple more on Sept 5th but I don't want to run a half marathon a week before I go ride LOTOJA.
Any thoughts??
I found some races that we could run together in the fall. There is Snow Canyon half marathon (St. George ) on Nov 7th. Save a Sister 10K & 5K on Oct 24th in St. George (might be appropriate for a girls trip), the Schutzenfest 5k in Midway on Sept 26. They are all held on Saturday. There are a couple more on Sept 5th but I don't want to run a half marathon a week before I go ride LOTOJA.
Any thoughts??
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Hi Everyone!
Nanci - way to go on EVERYTHING. My wish would be to ride with you somewhere (not up a canyon.)Ugh. Does anyone use mtn. bikes on these rides or is it strictly road bikes. It sounds fun but PLEASE be careful. I just drove over to Cascade Springs twice last week for our Trek. In the morning when the sun is just coming over the mountain I would come around corners and be blinded for few seconds and just pray a biker wasn't coming. And boy do they go fast! I wish there was a separate trail for bikes because there are SO many bikes and SO many cars now. If I were you I would ride at 5am on a weekday then go back to bed. Do I sound like your mother? GOOD!
Laura - your pictures are unreal. You had us fooled at Dennys - you already are a pro.
Christi - I like your idea of getting together and running a marathon. Here's my idea. We go to the St. George condo this fall. (Unless we are still going to Angie's cabin.) We go for a marathon walk around the block together, swim a few laps (optional), then pig out and watch movies all night. Or go to Tuacahn for a musical. We need to get this on the calendar girls, or 2009 will be over before we know it. Lori - you're a pro at organizing things!!!
Nanci - way to go on EVERYTHING. My wish would be to ride with you somewhere (not up a canyon.)Ugh. Does anyone use mtn. bikes on these rides or is it strictly road bikes. It sounds fun but PLEASE be careful. I just drove over to Cascade Springs twice last week for our Trek. In the morning when the sun is just coming over the mountain I would come around corners and be blinded for few seconds and just pray a biker wasn't coming. And boy do they go fast! I wish there was a separate trail for bikes because there are SO many bikes and SO many cars now. If I were you I would ride at 5am on a weekday then go back to bed. Do I sound like your mother? GOOD!
Laura - your pictures are unreal. You had us fooled at Dennys - you already are a pro.
Christi - I like your idea of getting together and running a marathon. Here's my idea. We go to the St. George condo this fall. (Unless we are still going to Angie's cabin.) We go for a marathon walk around the block together, swim a few laps (optional), then pig out and watch movies all night. Or go to Tuacahn for a musical. We need to get this on the calendar girls, or 2009 will be over before we know it. Lori - you're a pro at organizing things!!!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
More climbing and an instant dislike for irresponsible dog owners
I rode Emigration Canyon again last Saturday and found out that officially Emigration has two mountains to climb--Little Mtn and Big Mtn. So to be able to check off a ride up Emigration I rode Little Mtn again and added Big Mtn for a total of 15 miles up and then 15 miles down in half the time or less. Down is way more fun! The Big Mtn is of course bigger and I was much slower going up that part but I did make it to the top.
This Tuesday I rode up AF Canyon via the rifle range road starting from my house but I only made it up to Timp Cave parking lot before my time allotment was used up. I've got to get faster. My goal by the middle of August is to ride the entire AF Canyon to Cascade Springs, Timpanookee and Tibble Fork a total of 46 miles--half of it climbing some pretty steep grades. Hopefully I won't have a heart attack or pass out from breathing to hard (can you do that??) it sure feels like I could when I'm climbing steep parts. "When" (not if) I can do this I will be ready for my LOTOJA climbing segments.
Today (Saturday) I spent an hour + riding up Millcreek Canyon in Salt Lake (35 minutes coming down) A very good climb especially the last couple of miles--steep little sections that make me breathe like I'm going through labor again and my legs scream. It felt great to make it to the top I just need to get stronger so I can go faster. I almost ran over a dog on the way down or it almost ran over me. The top half of the canyon is still closed to cars so we were enjoying the ride down but careful to share the road with all the hikers hiking up the road with their dogs which by law they are supposed to have them on leashes. Well--very few dogs were on leashes and one very large poodle mix of some sort (a large dog) was excited to check out other hikers and cyclists and as I was coming down at 20+ mph on my side of the road (on the far right I might add to give plenty of space to the hikers and dogs) this poodle came running towards me excited to say hello. I could see that this dog was running all over the road for about 30-40 feet before I got to it so I had started to pump my brakes to slow down but then it came running right towards me. I hit both brakes and my back tire fish tailed and I let out a yelp. The dog bounded off and the owners stood there with dumb grins on their faces like it was just too cute to see their dog say hello to the cyclists. Scott was right behind me and wasn't too pleased with the owners lack of control of their dog and needless to say neither was I. My heart was pumping!! I have yet to experience any kind of accident on my bike and I work real hard to maintain this clean riding record by obeying the traffice laws and following cycling ettiquete too. It's frustrating when other people don't obey the laws also and put others in harms way. Well, that was my moment on the soap box.
Next week: More hills, a speed interval ride and I'm trying to get running again two days a week. I'll let you know if I work it all in plus of course cleaning and laundry. Scott believes that everyone is happy and everything works out when the house is clean. If only Cole and Jack would cooperate more with Scott's thinking--life would be easier.
I'm optimistic about my goals but as always daily life gets in the way so I'll be happy to just get out on the road when I can.
I hope everyone is having a fun, safe summer.
Keep on moving!!
This Tuesday I rode up AF Canyon via the rifle range road starting from my house but I only made it up to Timp Cave parking lot before my time allotment was used up. I've got to get faster. My goal by the middle of August is to ride the entire AF Canyon to Cascade Springs, Timpanookee and Tibble Fork a total of 46 miles--half of it climbing some pretty steep grades. Hopefully I won't have a heart attack or pass out from breathing to hard (can you do that??) it sure feels like I could when I'm climbing steep parts. "When" (not if) I can do this I will be ready for my LOTOJA climbing segments.
Today (Saturday) I spent an hour + riding up Millcreek Canyon in Salt Lake (35 minutes coming down) A very good climb especially the last couple of miles--steep little sections that make me breathe like I'm going through labor again and my legs scream. It felt great to make it to the top I just need to get stronger so I can go faster. I almost ran over a dog on the way down or it almost ran over me. The top half of the canyon is still closed to cars so we were enjoying the ride down but careful to share the road with all the hikers hiking up the road with their dogs which by law they are supposed to have them on leashes. Well--very few dogs were on leashes and one very large poodle mix of some sort (a large dog) was excited to check out other hikers and cyclists and as I was coming down at 20+ mph on my side of the road (on the far right I might add to give plenty of space to the hikers and dogs) this poodle came running towards me excited to say hello. I could see that this dog was running all over the road for about 30-40 feet before I got to it so I had started to pump my brakes to slow down but then it came running right towards me. I hit both brakes and my back tire fish tailed and I let out a yelp. The dog bounded off and the owners stood there with dumb grins on their faces like it was just too cute to see their dog say hello to the cyclists. Scott was right behind me and wasn't too pleased with the owners lack of control of their dog and needless to say neither was I. My heart was pumping!! I have yet to experience any kind of accident on my bike and I work real hard to maintain this clean riding record by obeying the traffice laws and following cycling ettiquete too. It's frustrating when other people don't obey the laws also and put others in harms way. Well, that was my moment on the soap box.
Next week: More hills, a speed interval ride and I'm trying to get running again two days a week. I'll let you know if I work it all in plus of course cleaning and laundry. Scott believes that everyone is happy and everything works out when the house is clean. If only Cole and Jack would cooperate more with Scott's thinking--life would be easier.
I'm optimistic about my goals but as always daily life gets in the way so I'll be happy to just get out on the road when I can.
I hope everyone is having a fun, safe summer.
Keep on moving!!
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Grab something to snack on---it's another novel!!
Yeah Jaime!!! I love to play soccer and now you love to play too???---well had some fun at least. I'm still trying to get the Roberts side of the family to accept it as a sport. They just like to see me puff up and turn red when they say soccer is a pansy game. I so want to come play. It's probably more fun to play co-ed than the all women league I played in in Saratoga. Those women were very competitive and some were down right mean and nasty. It's fun to play hard but not when the players swear at you and just take themselves way to serious. If you still need equipment I have shin guards, soccer socks and cleats you can use too.
I finished my ride on Saturday and I'm happy to report that a feeding frenzy did not follow this ride. My eating is under control and I even went running tonight (Tuesday). It felt great to get out and stretch the legs and run. I have discovered that even though I'm hooked on cycling if I had to choose to do only one it would be running. Running in the evening after the sun has gone down and it's starting to get quiet except for the occasional sound of summer--a sprinkler, a baseball game a couple of blocks away or kids trying to play a few moments longer outside in their pajamas--is just incredible. Your mind can drift in and out and you can just move in rhythm and fly---not that I fly very fast but it still feels like flying. I'd forgotten how good it feels since I've only been riding these last 5 weeks but I'm motivated again to run. I highly recomend running in the evening. It is a huge mental thing for me or I'm just mental myself but running in the morning compared to the evening is so different for me. The morning seems so hurry and get it done to get the day started where in the evening it is a relaxing wind down of the day. I had a great run so I'm running away with my words as well.
My Tour de Cure Report:
To read the readers digest version go to the last paragraph.
If you need a break from laundry and dishes, grab a chair and a drink--the long version might take a couple of minutes.
This ride turned out to be a long ride and not just because it literally was a long ride one. I don't know if I was still a little tired from last Saturday's century or if the culmination of the miles and happenings along the way just added up to make it mentally a long ride, but here's my report.
We got up at 5am to be in Brigham City by 7:00 and on the bike by 7:30. We started at 7:45 and we were feeling good and warm with all of our layers. We stopped at the first rest stop 15 miles in and a little thought popped into my head to say "what on earth were you thinking to do 100 miles after you just finished doing that last Saturday." I pushed that aside with another thought "just keep pedaling and think of all the food I can consume guilt free for a day or two." I kept going.
The weather was good except for a 30 minute shower which soaked us about 45 miles into the ride. That made for a chilly and tough ride for the next twenty miles. The rain hit us as we were coming down the one and only descent. Rain hurts as it hits your face while you're going down hill at 20-30 mph. It soaked us through and then we got cold and our legs started stiffening up because of the cold but also because we had just climbed a pretty good hill for a mile. I was the little engine that could--I so wanted to stop on the way up but I just kept repeating I won't stop and walk, I won't stop and walk and I was ecstatic when I came to the top but not for long. I wanted to cry when at the top I could see another incline that seperated me from a badly needed peanut butter sandwich. Did I get my pb&j you ask--I just laughed maybe a bit hysterical when I got to the rest stop and the pb&j's were the size of a quarter--not kidding ..... they had run out of bread and they broke up their last pieces to feed the masses and they were giving the evil eye if you tried to take more than one!!
Anway we left with our one 1" pb&j, then the rain hit us as we started our descent also to find that we were the only cyclists to be seen. It was like the twilight zone. Honestly a little freaky!! We came over the top of the hill to look down into the valley and not a soul in sight were 10 minutes ago we were surrounded by lots of other cyclists. We don't know if the mother ship had beamed them all up or there was a covered bus stop that we missed but we were alone out in the middle of nowhere. We figured support vehicles picked them up or cyclists turned around and went back to the previous stop up the road aways.
We did make it to the next rest stop shivering and stiff to find only two port a potties and a line (the cyclists had reappeared to use the potties) and I needed to take care of some feminine issues and well you all know how much room is in those things and I was trying not to drop my gloves in the hole because of course they would be gone forever but also trying to pull some needed equipment out of the back pocket of my jersey and it was taking some time and of course someone starts knocking on the door asking if someone is in there and people start making comments in the line--well I kept my composure, finished my business and held me head high as I exited the porta pottie and didn't even give any of them a bad word or a bad finger. I figured they would be paid in kind with their own experience in the porta pottie because someone had had a awful fight with their stomach and of course it is all left exposed for everyone to see. Nasty business those potties are!! I hope that I said all that lady like enough so that it was not distasteful or offensive to anyone but hopefully understandable.
Well the sun did start to shine after that and we did dry out and it was on to the last 40 miles. At this point you just want to be done. We were tired and hungry due to the low supplies at the rest stops and also the lack of a lunch stop. Usually a century ride has a lunch stop around mile 60 but some crazy committee member thought it would be more fun to have lunch at the end of the ride and they forgot to tell everyone so we didn't pack any extra snacks or energy supplies. I did get a little silly at the end--low levels of energy, not very much sleep the night before, rain and way too much time spent on a small hard uncomfortable seat in the last 7 days pushed me a little close to the edge--I had thoughts of getting off my bike and throwing it into a ditch and riding a cow home--did I mention we passed and smelled many many cows (Cache valley). We could still smell them in the car on the ride home.
Anyway we did cross the finish line under an arch of ballons. We had a cheering section just for us (some family members of our group) and we were looking forward to a great cafe rio style lunch after 6 hours and 30 minutes on the bike only to find that the party was over and the lunch was gone and cleaned up. Only some stragglers and the clean up crew were left. Apparently the bad weather had cut the ride short for many riders as well as volunteers and they all went home early----someone just forgot to tell us and the hundred riders, give or take a few, that we did find out on the road the last 40 miles. We packed up the bikes and drove home in a down pour (lucky us that that storm didn't hit us on the bikes) and we did get our cafe rio style lunch only that it was Bajio and we had to pay for it. Oh well. We were in bed at 9pm, Scott fell asleep by 9:05pm and Jack and I (in a comatose state) played til about midnight. A long day to say the least.
Well that is the long version of my ride.
The short version: we rode 96 miles, laughed, wanted to cry, got a little wet, ate lots of peanut butter on bananas, laughed with a little bit of hysteria some more, spent too much time in a porta pottie, got another t-shirt that's too big and went home to prepare for the next one on August 9th!!
I finished my ride on Saturday and I'm happy to report that a feeding frenzy did not follow this ride. My eating is under control and I even went running tonight (Tuesday). It felt great to get out and stretch the legs and run. I have discovered that even though I'm hooked on cycling if I had to choose to do only one it would be running. Running in the evening after the sun has gone down and it's starting to get quiet except for the occasional sound of summer--a sprinkler, a baseball game a couple of blocks away or kids trying to play a few moments longer outside in their pajamas--is just incredible. Your mind can drift in and out and you can just move in rhythm and fly---not that I fly very fast but it still feels like flying. I'd forgotten how good it feels since I've only been riding these last 5 weeks but I'm motivated again to run. I highly recomend running in the evening. It is a huge mental thing for me or I'm just mental myself but running in the morning compared to the evening is so different for me. The morning seems so hurry and get it done to get the day started where in the evening it is a relaxing wind down of the day. I had a great run so I'm running away with my words as well.
My Tour de Cure Report:
To read the readers digest version go to the last paragraph.
If you need a break from laundry and dishes, grab a chair and a drink--the long version might take a couple of minutes.
This ride turned out to be a long ride and not just because it literally was a long ride one. I don't know if I was still a little tired from last Saturday's century or if the culmination of the miles and happenings along the way just added up to make it mentally a long ride, but here's my report.
We got up at 5am to be in Brigham City by 7:00 and on the bike by 7:30. We started at 7:45 and we were feeling good and warm with all of our layers. We stopped at the first rest stop 15 miles in and a little thought popped into my head to say "what on earth were you thinking to do 100 miles after you just finished doing that last Saturday." I pushed that aside with another thought "just keep pedaling and think of all the food I can consume guilt free for a day or two." I kept going.
The weather was good except for a 30 minute shower which soaked us about 45 miles into the ride. That made for a chilly and tough ride for the next twenty miles. The rain hit us as we were coming down the one and only descent. Rain hurts as it hits your face while you're going down hill at 20-30 mph. It soaked us through and then we got cold and our legs started stiffening up because of the cold but also because we had just climbed a pretty good hill for a mile. I was the little engine that could--I so wanted to stop on the way up but I just kept repeating I won't stop and walk, I won't stop and walk and I was ecstatic when I came to the top but not for long. I wanted to cry when at the top I could see another incline that seperated me from a badly needed peanut butter sandwich. Did I get my pb&j you ask--I just laughed maybe a bit hysterical when I got to the rest stop and the pb&j's were the size of a quarter--not kidding ..... they had run out of bread and they broke up their last pieces to feed the masses and they were giving the evil eye if you tried to take more than one!!
Anway we left with our one 1" pb&j, then the rain hit us as we started our descent also to find that we were the only cyclists to be seen. It was like the twilight zone. Honestly a little freaky!! We came over the top of the hill to look down into the valley and not a soul in sight were 10 minutes ago we were surrounded by lots of other cyclists. We don't know if the mother ship had beamed them all up or there was a covered bus stop that we missed but we were alone out in the middle of nowhere. We figured support vehicles picked them up or cyclists turned around and went back to the previous stop up the road aways.
We did make it to the next rest stop shivering and stiff to find only two port a potties and a line (the cyclists had reappeared to use the potties) and I needed to take care of some feminine issues and well you all know how much room is in those things and I was trying not to drop my gloves in the hole because of course they would be gone forever but also trying to pull some needed equipment out of the back pocket of my jersey and it was taking some time and of course someone starts knocking on the door asking if someone is in there and people start making comments in the line--well I kept my composure, finished my business and held me head high as I exited the porta pottie and didn't even give any of them a bad word or a bad finger. I figured they would be paid in kind with their own experience in the porta pottie because someone had had a awful fight with their stomach and of course it is all left exposed for everyone to see. Nasty business those potties are!! I hope that I said all that lady like enough so that it was not distasteful or offensive to anyone but hopefully understandable.
Well the sun did start to shine after that and we did dry out and it was on to the last 40 miles. At this point you just want to be done. We were tired and hungry due to the low supplies at the rest stops and also the lack of a lunch stop. Usually a century ride has a lunch stop around mile 60 but some crazy committee member thought it would be more fun to have lunch at the end of the ride and they forgot to tell everyone so we didn't pack any extra snacks or energy supplies. I did get a little silly at the end--low levels of energy, not very much sleep the night before, rain and way too much time spent on a small hard uncomfortable seat in the last 7 days pushed me a little close to the edge--I had thoughts of getting off my bike and throwing it into a ditch and riding a cow home--did I mention we passed and smelled many many cows (Cache valley). We could still smell them in the car on the ride home.
Anyway we did cross the finish line under an arch of ballons. We had a cheering section just for us (some family members of our group) and we were looking forward to a great cafe rio style lunch after 6 hours and 30 minutes on the bike only to find that the party was over and the lunch was gone and cleaned up. Only some stragglers and the clean up crew were left. Apparently the bad weather had cut the ride short for many riders as well as volunteers and they all went home early----someone just forgot to tell us and the hundred riders, give or take a few, that we did find out on the road the last 40 miles. We packed up the bikes and drove home in a down pour (lucky us that that storm didn't hit us on the bikes) and we did get our cafe rio style lunch only that it was Bajio and we had to pay for it. Oh well. We were in bed at 9pm, Scott fell asleep by 9:05pm and Jack and I (in a comatose state) played til about midnight. A long day to say the least.
Well that is the long version of my ride.
The short version: we rode 96 miles, laughed, wanted to cry, got a little wet, ate lots of peanut butter on bananas, laughed with a little bit of hysteria some more, spent too much time in a porta pottie, got another t-shirt that's too big and went home to prepare for the next one on August 9th!!
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Hi you guys. It's a rainy Saturday but it's supposed to get nice next week. Thank goodness or my kids won't put their big toe in for swim lessons and I'll be out $120. I just had to say that I made it through my first soccer game! Now I'm not saying this to brag because it was pathetic but I'm trying to keep everyone motivated and boy if a forty-year old non-athletic mother of 5 can play with the big boys then ANYONE can! I was regretting signing up all week and wondered how hard it would be to fake an injury. I even had a dream I had signed up for wrestling and they couldn't find a small helmet so the guy gave me a crocheted head-gear thing I put on. Then I started practicing some boxing moves and thought "Wait, I'm not supposed to hit the other guy."
Well Craig & I scrounged up some gear. Luckily Craig fits into Brennan's cleats and I fit into Duncan's cause who wants to spend money! We looked like quite a pair.
Anyway, that was the first time I have ever worn cleats and the first I've played soccer unless you count P.E. which I don't. I actually had a really good time. I wore a band for the newbies which was my secret weapon. They actually let me have the ball a bit. But I got into it more than I thought I would. It's kind of fun to get in there. There were people from 19 to probably 45 or so. I was feeling pretty good -I actually kicked the ball a few times! and some awesome defending. Har but I did totally miss the ball once when I tried to kick it. How embarrassing. I have so much more empathy for my kids now. But it felt so good on a Saturday morning to be running around in the rain. I wish I would have done more sports when I was younger. Not because I'm great but because it is so fun. It's too bad there is this idea that you are either athletic or you're not. I'm trying to get my girls to like sports just so they feel like they can if they want to.
Nanci - you were so brave to play soccer with the boys in HS. Danny Broadbent was on the other team and I was guarding him. It was hilarious! He didn't wear shin guards. Apparently his calves are made of steel.
So are you guys motivated?
I have to say it is so much easier to do things like this now my kids are bigger. It was very hard to find a time to do much of anything when they were all little so I'm very impressed with you guys for getting out there. Keep it up! By the way - where does Amy live?
Jaime
Well Craig & I scrounged up some gear. Luckily Craig fits into Brennan's cleats and I fit into Duncan's cause who wants to spend money! We looked like quite a pair.
Anyway, that was the first time I have ever worn cleats and the first I've played soccer unless you count P.E. which I don't. I actually had a really good time. I wore a band for the newbies which was my secret weapon. They actually let me have the ball a bit. But I got into it more than I thought I would. It's kind of fun to get in there. There were people from 19 to probably 45 or so. I was feeling pretty good -I actually kicked the ball a few times! and some awesome defending. Har but I did totally miss the ball once when I tried to kick it. How embarrassing. I have so much more empathy for my kids now. But it felt so good on a Saturday morning to be running around in the rain. I wish I would have done more sports when I was younger. Not because I'm great but because it is so fun. It's too bad there is this idea that you are either athletic or you're not. I'm trying to get my girls to like sports just so they feel like they can if they want to.
Nanci - you were so brave to play soccer with the boys in HS. Danny Broadbent was on the other team and I was guarding him. It was hilarious! He didn't wear shin guards. Apparently his calves are made of steel.
So are you guys motivated?
I have to say it is so much easier to do things like this now my kids are bigger. It was very hard to find a time to do much of anything when they were all little so I'm very impressed with you guys for getting out there. Keep it up! By the way - where does Amy live?
Jaime
Friday, June 12, 2009
Amy Pasket on the road
Twice this week I have ran by Amy while she was running with a running partner. We gave each other a high five as we ran by each other. It's funny because both times it was almost the exact same place on a remote road in Highland. Funny. I wonder if I'll see her tomorrow.
Feeding Frenzy
I had such a great time last Saturday that I relaxed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and I just kept relaxing til today. I didn't mean to do that but the rain kept coming down and I just didn't get out the door during the moments of dry weather and the week is over. I did do 10 push ups on Thursday though--I was reliving my workouts of March and April and wanted to see if I could still do a push up. But I did move still--I moved from the refrigerator to the table to the cupboard, back to the fridge and so on. I was so hungry on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and that seemed to be the theme for this week. Eating and more eating. I'm sure my body needed a little replenishing of liquid and food but good gravy I topped off the tank and then some.
I'll just pick myself up and get back on the bike tomorrow. Scott and I are riding in the Tour de Cure in Brigham City. We are scheduled to ride 103 miles starting at 7:30am. That means an early wake up call and out the door at 5:30am to get there on time. Hopefully the rain will be minimal and Cole won't call us with any emergency diaper changing problems and we'll have a good ride. Cole will be babysitting Jack all day. This might make us ride faster or cut the ride short a little. Jack is quite a handful these days. He likes to put things in the oven and leave them there. Two days ago a flickering light caught the corner of my eye and we had a fire in the oven. Jack had left Scott's electric razor and an old glow stick in the oven and I had turned it on to bake and the liquid from the glow stick apparently is flammable when it reaches 350 degrees. Not to worry though the flames burned out when the liquid was gone.
Just lot's of excitment at the Roberts this week---a fire, a fireball child that never burns all of his energy and a raging "hungry" forest fire that luckily has burned out but it took til Thursday to get it under control---massive damage to my weight loss plan but we'll rise from the ashes and start anew.
Kudos to Christi for swimming a mile. Incredible. Congratulations Laura for catching the running bug--when you start missing your run you've got it. Jaime, I wish I was playing soccer with you guys but I'm not organized enough to play and take care of the family and house and ride. Maybe that can be my incentive for next year. I miss playing soccer.
Have a great weekend everyone. Hopefully you won't see me on the news being washed away down the road from the rain.
I'll just pick myself up and get back on the bike tomorrow. Scott and I are riding in the Tour de Cure in Brigham City. We are scheduled to ride 103 miles starting at 7:30am. That means an early wake up call and out the door at 5:30am to get there on time. Hopefully the rain will be minimal and Cole won't call us with any emergency diaper changing problems and we'll have a good ride. Cole will be babysitting Jack all day. This might make us ride faster or cut the ride short a little. Jack is quite a handful these days. He likes to put things in the oven and leave them there. Two days ago a flickering light caught the corner of my eye and we had a fire in the oven. Jack had left Scott's electric razor and an old glow stick in the oven and I had turned it on to bake and the liquid from the glow stick apparently is flammable when it reaches 350 degrees. Not to worry though the flames burned out when the liquid was gone.
Just lot's of excitment at the Roberts this week---a fire, a fireball child that never burns all of his energy and a raging "hungry" forest fire that luckily has burned out but it took til Thursday to get it under control---massive damage to my weight loss plan but we'll rise from the ashes and start anew.
Kudos to Christi for swimming a mile. Incredible. Congratulations Laura for catching the running bug--when you start missing your run you've got it. Jaime, I wish I was playing soccer with you guys but I'm not organized enough to play and take care of the family and house and ride. Maybe that can be my incentive for next year. I miss playing soccer.
Have a great weekend everyone. Hopefully you won't see me on the news being washed away down the road from the rain.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Runner's High
Okay, I know I haven't been too consistant with excercise until these past couple of weeks. I think three weeks to be exact. Anyway, I'm pleased to report that I really missed my morning run today. Usually I don't run on Sunday. Well, I felt groggy and lazy. That's a good sign. I'm looking forward to running tomorrow. Maybe that runners high is finally kicking in. I'll let you know.
How are the rest of you doing? Lori, Jaimie, Christy? Are you coming along? Lori you mentioned your doing something every day. Is it getting more enjoyable? Or is it just another job? Let me know of your progress. It's kind of motivational for me. Nancy I love the way you have shared your journey. You have totally inspired me to get moving.
How are the rest of you doing? Lori, Jaimie, Christy? Are you coming along? Lori you mentioned your doing something every day. Is it getting more enjoyable? Or is it just another job? Let me know of your progress. It's kind of motivational for me. Nancy I love the way you have shared your journey. You have totally inspired me to get moving.
Little Red Riding Hood
Saturday I spent 6 hours and 38 minutes on the bike at the Little Red Riding Hood Women Only Ride in Logan, Utah. We rode the entire 103 miles of the ride and counting the stops it was an 8:02 hour event---not counting the ice cream eating laughing relaxing at the finish line part.
It was a great day shivering in the rain, fighting the wind that kept changing directions so we were always fighting a headwind or crosswind never a tailwind and the hills--the hills just kept on coming. It was advertised as a pretty flat with a few rolling hills ride but someone thought they were pretty funny writing that description or they are a pro rider where it must be a mountain climb to be considered a hill. Maybe the hills weren't that big and bad it just seemed like we were always going up and never down. Figure that one out I don't get it either but it's true although we did have one descent for about a half mile and I hit 40 mph. What an incredible rush. It's a drug.
We stuffed ourselves at the food stops with bananas, oranges, pb&j's and lemon lime gatorade among other high sugar and carb snacks and a ham subway sandwich for lunch has never tasted so good. Among many bonuses of riding these long rides is that to keep up your endurance and energy you have to eat and eat a lot. Cheetos and oreo cookies are also on the menu and they're guilt free on these days. Woohooo. My hr monitor recorded I burned 4487 calories. I don't know how accurate that is but give or take a couple of hundred for error I'll take it and enjoy my oreo cookies and the after the ride creamie ice cream treat.
I took some pictures on my phone and I'll post them when I figure out how to send them to the computer.
Just an incredible day. My riding pals (Lynn, Chris and Stacey) work with Scott and we hung together all day riding in a line taking turns pulling (leading the line) and we looked cool factor 50 with matching pink jerseys and socks. Pink is the official color of the Little Red Riding Hood because part of the funds go to cancer research for women.
It was awesome!! Did I say that already. It was. Next weekend Scott and I are off to Brigham City to ride the Tour de Cure Century. I'll finally visit Promontory Point for the first time. Mr Thompson (4th grade) would finally be proud that I'm visiting a Utah historical spot we learned about and even sung about.
Just a fun fun exhausting weekend with the girls. Now back to the day to day laundry, dishes and daily routine. Keep on running, lifting, cycling, walking, dancing, breathing and smiling. Every mile counts and one day we'll all pause to look back and be truly amazed at how far we've come!!!
Rain or shine let's ride!!!!
It was a great day shivering in the rain, fighting the wind that kept changing directions so we were always fighting a headwind or crosswind never a tailwind and the hills--the hills just kept on coming. It was advertised as a pretty flat with a few rolling hills ride but someone thought they were pretty funny writing that description or they are a pro rider where it must be a mountain climb to be considered a hill. Maybe the hills weren't that big and bad it just seemed like we were always going up and never down. Figure that one out I don't get it either but it's true although we did have one descent for about a half mile and I hit 40 mph. What an incredible rush. It's a drug.
We stuffed ourselves at the food stops with bananas, oranges, pb&j's and lemon lime gatorade among other high sugar and carb snacks and a ham subway sandwich for lunch has never tasted so good. Among many bonuses of riding these long rides is that to keep up your endurance and energy you have to eat and eat a lot. Cheetos and oreo cookies are also on the menu and they're guilt free on these days. Woohooo. My hr monitor recorded I burned 4487 calories. I don't know how accurate that is but give or take a couple of hundred for error I'll take it and enjoy my oreo cookies and the after the ride creamie ice cream treat.
I took some pictures on my phone and I'll post them when I figure out how to send them to the computer.
Just an incredible day. My riding pals (Lynn, Chris and Stacey) work with Scott and we hung together all day riding in a line taking turns pulling (leading the line) and we looked cool factor 50 with matching pink jerseys and socks. Pink is the official color of the Little Red Riding Hood because part of the funds go to cancer research for women.
It was awesome!! Did I say that already. It was. Next weekend Scott and I are off to Brigham City to ride the Tour de Cure Century. I'll finally visit Promontory Point for the first time. Mr Thompson (4th grade) would finally be proud that I'm visiting a Utah historical spot we learned about and even sung about.
Just a fun fun exhausting weekend with the girls. Now back to the day to day laundry, dishes and daily routine. Keep on running, lifting, cycling, walking, dancing, breathing and smiling. Every mile counts and one day we'll all pause to look back and be truly amazed at how far we've come!!!
Rain or shine let's ride!!!!
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Ran Again
Trying to stay consistant. I ran three miles this morning. Not much to Nancy but its great for me. I did it early before David went to work. I usually try to go at 6:30 - David doesn't need to be to work until 8:00 PM. So it works. I did sprints with Lori Phillips last night at 9:15 and my kids were already in bed - not asleep but in their beds. David was home. Anyhow, its treaky with kids. I've taken my twins in the stroller and I can't go too far before they want to get out. Early or late works for me.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Sprints
So I was telling Lori Phillips (Stan Phillip's wife --aka Lori Devey in Highschool) that I couldn't keep up with my neighbors when we ran in the morning. Lori took me to the track tonight to do sprints. She claims that if you sprint and then recover you will get fast results. Meaning you should be able to increase your running times. It was hard. Kicked my butt really. But, right now anything is. I'm so surprised that running seems so hard for me. I really have enjoyed exercise so why does it seems so hard right now. Guess thats what happens when you don't do it like you should. Days turn into weeks and then months and your still going to start your consistant exercise training tomorrow. For me today is tomorrow and I'm really hating it. I'll let you know when I start enjoying it. Still no runners high.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Hear us ROAR!!
No I'm not trying to activate all of you for N.O.W. but I had a confidence booster this weekend for women everywhere, well ok for me. A friend, also a female, and I went riding Saturday for a 46 mile ride around West Mountain (south of Utah Lake) and this is the first time I've done this long of a ride more than 20 min from home and more importantly without Scott or any other male. Just two little fragile women out to experience the road on their own. Scott was concerned for us and loaded us for bear with extra tubes, air cartridges, water, red bulls and of course our cell phones and he probably hid a gps tracking device somewhere on me. He was worried that we would get a flat tire and "what would we do???" I have changed a flat tire before in a class but never on the road and my friend Lynn has never changed a flat and she barely pumps up her own tires just because the men always jump to take care of her bike before she rides. After a group ride we have even had Bud, he's 70 and still riding like he's 40, clean off our legs with windex to get all the sprocket kisses off (where your leg rubs against the chain and you get grease marks on you). The men in our group are always making sure we are taken care off. It's pretty funny and also kind of nice because we usually don't have to get are hands dirty and be worried about ruining our nails. Anyway back to the "small step for woman kind." Yes, you knew it was coming---we had two flat tires, not one-- two and the second one was my back tire!! Back tires are just a little more annoying to change than the front. I do have to give props to two men, yes men who happened to pull up as Lynn was getting her bike out her car and realized her tire was flat. They offered to help and did--Lynn and I were laughing at the irony of the situation. For a year and a half I have had only one flat tire and Scott was there to change it for me. Anyway, Lynn and I changed her tire with the men throwing in helpful hints and easy way to do it instructions, but yes Lynn and I did the dirty work. Then halfway through our ride out in the middle of farm country south of Utah Lake with no one around we changed my back tire. We were laughing so much it was a wonder we could do it. I told Lynn Scott must have been praying for us because we had a refresher course with step by step instructions in the parking lot so we would be able to handle the flat while we were out in timbuktoo!!
Well we did it! Our hands, legs, and arms got greasy and dirty but we did it without a man present. We did call Scott to share the moment with him and he did offer to call search and rescue but we declined. Oh ya and we did have to ask him how to open the cartridge holder---you unscrew it!!! It was on so tight it took a few minutes to loosen it--we thought there was some secret catch on it. Oh what a funny funny day. Lynn took a picture of my greasy black hands and sent it to Scott and I don't know who else because I've already had one of the other guys send me a "atta girl." Gloria Stienham is probably disgusted that it has taken us this long to change our own flat tires. Oh well, gotta protect the nail polish and for heavens sake why not, why else do we bring the men along on our rides.
Lynn said it best---WE ROCK!!!
Well we did it! Our hands, legs, and arms got greasy and dirty but we did it without a man present. We did call Scott to share the moment with him and he did offer to call search and rescue but we declined. Oh ya and we did have to ask him how to open the cartridge holder---you unscrew it!!! It was on so tight it took a few minutes to loosen it--we thought there was some secret catch on it. Oh what a funny funny day. Lynn took a picture of my greasy black hands and sent it to Scott and I don't know who else because I've already had one of the other guys send me a "atta girl." Gloria Stienham is probably disgusted that it has taken us this long to change our own flat tires. Oh well, gotta protect the nail polish and for heavens sake why not, why else do we bring the men along on our rides.
Lynn said it best---WE ROCK!!!
Friday, May 29, 2009
Kudos Laura
Kudos Laura---I'm still hating the alarm when it goes off at 7am because it disturbs my one more hour of sleep. I thought the older a person gets the less sleep they need or is it the less sleep they are able to get?? I sleep for 8-9 hours and I'm still tired. Grief!!! Any ideas anyone?? Maybe I'm getting too much sleep.
You're my inspiration Laura. I haven't been running since the first week of May. The cycling took over but I need to to strengthen my legs more so I'll kick my own fanny and get on out there.
That runners high is still my carrot too. It's out there I've had it before and and I want it again so just keep on lacing up your shoes. I don't know if this has anything to do with anything but when I "used" to exercise "early" in the morning I would need to eat something (usually a banana sometimes just a half) at least 15 min before so I wouldn't feel the need to throw up after the workout. Also I've been learning about my heart rate and the different zones to work in to accomplish different goals and it's fabulous information. I feel great working out, I'm not always gasping for air and I'm accomplishing my goals--getting stronger, faster and longer endurance. A good rule of thumb when your running (I've read many times from experts--not my words) is that your every day running pace, not your speed or hill training, should allow you to carry on a conversation while running. If you can't talk slow down the pace.
Just a little cycling news---I rode Emigration Canyon yesterday and not only did I survive I was able to walk when I got off the bike. A huge relief! I had worried and worked myself up with much anxiety beforehand but I rode it and felt great during and after the ride. I didn't keep up with the boys but I'll get there. Scott keeps telling me it's not a race or competition and I say bluurrrpp. Easy for him to say he's always waiting at the top for me with the "cis" (chicks in spandex) that are 10 years younger than me-- dadgummitt.
An incredible feeling to ride up a mountain albeit only a 9 mile mountain but still a mountain in my book.
Have a great weekend everyone. Keep on moving to your own beat.
You're my inspiration Laura. I haven't been running since the first week of May. The cycling took over but I need to to strengthen my legs more so I'll kick my own fanny and get on out there.
That runners high is still my carrot too. It's out there I've had it before and and I want it again so just keep on lacing up your shoes. I don't know if this has anything to do with anything but when I "used" to exercise "early" in the morning I would need to eat something (usually a banana sometimes just a half) at least 15 min before so I wouldn't feel the need to throw up after the workout. Also I've been learning about my heart rate and the different zones to work in to accomplish different goals and it's fabulous information. I feel great working out, I'm not always gasping for air and I'm accomplishing my goals--getting stronger, faster and longer endurance. A good rule of thumb when your running (I've read many times from experts--not my words) is that your every day running pace, not your speed or hill training, should allow you to carry on a conversation while running. If you can't talk slow down the pace.
Just a little cycling news---I rode Emigration Canyon yesterday and not only did I survive I was able to walk when I got off the bike. A huge relief! I had worried and worked myself up with much anxiety beforehand but I rode it and felt great during and after the ride. I didn't keep up with the boys but I'll get there. Scott keeps telling me it's not a race or competition and I say bluurrrpp. Easy for him to say he's always waiting at the top for me with the "cis" (chicks in spandex) that are 10 years younger than me-- dadgummitt.
An incredible feeling to ride up a mountain albeit only a 9 mile mountain but still a mountain in my book.
Have a great weekend everyone. Keep on moving to your own beat.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Out of Shape
I've been consistantly running with some ladies in my neighborhood. They are ten years younger and a lot thinner than I. I just want to say that I feel like throwing up when I get home. Is that normal? Okay, I'm a lot more out of shape than I thought. Before I had the twins I was running three miles a day. Since they came into my life I would go an exercise like one day every two weeks. I guess I wasn't going very fast either. I have to say it is a struggle to pull myself out of bed to go jogging at 6:30 every morning. Especially when I feel so yucky afterwards. Where's that runners high? I guess that will kick in after a month or so. Can't wait for that to happen.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Tour de Cure 2009
Scott and I are riding in the Tour de Cure in Brigham City on June 13. We each have a goal to raise $150 for the fight against diabetes. I am posting this hoping that anyone who reads this (all those red dots on the map) will want to donate to a good cause. I've never done fundraising and depending on the outcome of this experience may or may not do it again. Of course I've procrastinated also to add more excitement to the experience; I've got three weeks to raise the money. So anyone who some how finds their way to this blog please join me on my 100 mile ride by donating any amount of money to the cure. Go to www.tour.diabetes.org/goto/nanciroberts my personal page and let's go for a ride.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Summary of the last two weeks in a novel
My brain is all dried up I guess because the words are just not coming. I have been exercising the last two weeks-- some running but more riding. Scott, Jack and I walked the Breast Cancer 5K on May 9. We did try to break out of the pack and run a little but with 18 thousand people it just didn't work. It was incredible. I have never been to an event like this with so many people. We were in the middle it seemed because in the front of us as far as you could see up the road was a sea of people and as far back down the road as you could see was a solid wall too! I think I heard on the news it was 18 thousand people but I could have heard wrong. It took us 55 min to finish the 5k but it was a lot of fun. Jack didn't last long in the stroller he wanted to run with everyone. He was so cute and fun because he'd run and pump his arms (one still in a cast) and he was happy to be part of it all. People would cheer for him and it would make him pump his arms and run faster. When he runs faster that just means his legs move up and down faster. It is great fun to watch.
Yesterday (May 16th) we rode 104 miles in the SL Century. It started at the Salt Lake Fairgrounds and we rode north for 52 then turned around. It meandered through neighborhoods and out to Antelope Island where we had a second lunch of bugs and then back to the fairgrounds. The actually riding part took 6 hours and the stop offs for drinks, lunch, energy food, etc added on a little over an hour. It was a great day. I kept up with the boys for 85 miles but I couldn't keep up their 20+ mph so the last 15 miles I rode myself but still did so much better than last year. I was quite thrilled with my improvement. I kept up my speed at 17 to 19 mph on the last 15 miles and I felt great--my legs were tired but still strong. Last year I was working hard to keep up my speed at 14 or 15, my butt was hurting, my forearms and shoulders were hurting and my hands were going numb. Makes you wonder why I kept going through last summer but I did and I'm so glad. This is like a drug. I have two more weeks and then I'm heading to Logan for the Little Red Riding Hood all womens century and the week after that I have the Tour de Cure Century in Brigham City. This is just too much fun.
Forget the drag out of bed, boring, got to do it exercising---find something that you love and it all changes. I want to lift weights and work on core exercises and run and eat right so I can be a better cyclist. My goals are conquering Suncrest (hill), Emigration canyon, AF canyon and of course the moutain climbs at LOTOJA and also looking great in the group pictures. We took one at the fairgrounds and it was awful--don't know what I was doing or thinking but I look like an East German athlete that you question which gender. I must have been sucking in, trying not to slouch or the angle I was standing makes me look like a have shoulders the size of a shot put thrower---Ugggg.
Anyway I'm trying to stay calm and remember moderation in all things so I need to do laundry, clean and prepare for activity days. Sorry about the book.
Yesterday (May 16th) we rode 104 miles in the SL Century. It started at the Salt Lake Fairgrounds and we rode north for 52 then turned around. It meandered through neighborhoods and out to Antelope Island where we had a second lunch of bugs and then back to the fairgrounds. The actually riding part took 6 hours and the stop offs for drinks, lunch, energy food, etc added on a little over an hour. It was a great day. I kept up with the boys for 85 miles but I couldn't keep up their 20+ mph so the last 15 miles I rode myself but still did so much better than last year. I was quite thrilled with my improvement. I kept up my speed at 17 to 19 mph on the last 15 miles and I felt great--my legs were tired but still strong. Last year I was working hard to keep up my speed at 14 or 15, my butt was hurting, my forearms and shoulders were hurting and my hands were going numb. Makes you wonder why I kept going through last summer but I did and I'm so glad. This is like a drug. I have two more weeks and then I'm heading to Logan for the Little Red Riding Hood all womens century and the week after that I have the Tour de Cure Century in Brigham City. This is just too much fun.
Forget the drag out of bed, boring, got to do it exercising---find something that you love and it all changes. I want to lift weights and work on core exercises and run and eat right so I can be a better cyclist. My goals are conquering Suncrest (hill), Emigration canyon, AF canyon and of course the moutain climbs at LOTOJA and also looking great in the group pictures. We took one at the fairgrounds and it was awful--don't know what I was doing or thinking but I look like an East German athlete that you question which gender. I must have been sucking in, trying not to slouch or the angle I was standing makes me look like a have shoulders the size of a shot put thrower---Ugggg.
Anyway I'm trying to stay calm and remember moderation in all things so I need to do laundry, clean and prepare for activity days. Sorry about the book.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Hi Guys! Woohoo I've managed to post a comment! So as for my report of phys activity: I've fallen off the wagon and can't get up. I ran with a friend a few weeks ago and felt exhausted and I just haven't felt motivated to exercise. But I will. I'm just happy lacrosse & soccer season are over. I love going to the games, but we have had atleast 3 or 4 activities every night and we're pretty tired. I'll call that my exercise. I told Nancy I'm relieved about Hobblecreek. I'm setting my sites on something more baby stepish: The 5K at Maddie's jr. high! Maybe next year for Hobblecreek though.
I DID manage to go to Women's conference and have become a big fan. I plan to go every year and I'm thinking it would be fun if a bunch of us went and stayed in the dorms. (Heritage Halls for $25 a night!) It was so rejuvinating for me to hear from Julie Beck, L. Tom Perry, Brad Wilcox etc. and I am now a huge fan of Hilary Weeks. I didn't know she was so funny. Thursday night was one amazing performer after another. Put the end of April on your calendar girls. Have great day. I'm off to my 2GBC Workout. (Two Gross bathrooms to clean.)
Jaime
I DID manage to go to Women's conference and have become a big fan. I plan to go every year and I'm thinking it would be fun if a bunch of us went and stayed in the dorms. (Heritage Halls for $25 a night!) It was so rejuvinating for me to hear from Julie Beck, L. Tom Perry, Brad Wilcox etc. and I am now a huge fan of Hilary Weeks. I didn't know she was so funny. Thursday night was one amazing performer after another. Put the end of April on your calendar girls. Have great day. I'm off to my 2GBC Workout. (Two Gross bathrooms to clean.)
Jaime
Monday, May 4, 2009
The other race is off!!
I drug my feet to long (maybe deep down on purpose) trying to tell myself I can do this and now it is too late. The Hobble creek half marathon registration is closed. They reached the 1200 cap in a day and a half. This morning I went to sign up and it a note said that by 10:30pm on May 1st they had reached 900 and anticipated they would reach their cap by the next day.
I got on their website several times on Friday and I could not commit. I want to be well prepared for my bike races and well prepared for running and I'm not getting out of bed early enough to do both running and riding. Monday morning I was determined to make the commitment but the choice was already made for me. Last year it took three and 1/2 weeks to fill the registration so I really thought I was ok taking 4 days to decide. Jaime or Laura if you signed up I will be their to cheer you on.
I'm looking for a new race now and this time I'll sign up immediately.
On another note. Does anyone else find the weekends to play havoc with good intentions. I do well during the week as far as eating healthy and limiting portions but on Sunday it all goes out the window--especially the first Sunday of the month. We had dinner with Scott's family on Sunday afternoon and it was delicious so I ate more than enough. I tried to only have double servings of fruit salad but not to be and then came cake and ice cream after. I was just going to have a couple of bites but alas that didn't happen either. And then the small evening snack went awry too! As Sheri Dew put it "If Life wasn't so hard it would be easy" or something like that. I'm sure a lot of people say that with profound seriousness but that title of her book has always made me chuckle. So simply put but so profound and deep--if you want to go there--but not me. I'm simply trying to stop eating chocolate cake, lace up my running shoes and maybe comb my hair before I hit the road.
Good luck to everyone this week. Keep trying to climb your mountains.
I got on their website several times on Friday and I could not commit. I want to be well prepared for my bike races and well prepared for running and I'm not getting out of bed early enough to do both running and riding. Monday morning I was determined to make the commitment but the choice was already made for me. Last year it took three and 1/2 weeks to fill the registration so I really thought I was ok taking 4 days to decide. Jaime or Laura if you signed up I will be their to cheer you on.
I'm looking for a new race now and this time I'll sign up immediately.
On another note. Does anyone else find the weekends to play havoc with good intentions. I do well during the week as far as eating healthy and limiting portions but on Sunday it all goes out the window--especially the first Sunday of the month. We had dinner with Scott's family on Sunday afternoon and it was delicious so I ate more than enough. I tried to only have double servings of fruit salad but not to be and then came cake and ice cream after. I was just going to have a couple of bites but alas that didn't happen either. And then the small evening snack went awry too! As Sheri Dew put it "If Life wasn't so hard it would be easy" or something like that. I'm sure a lot of people say that with profound seriousness but that title of her book has always made me chuckle. So simply put but so profound and deep--if you want to go there--but not me. I'm simply trying to stop eating chocolate cake, lace up my running shoes and maybe comb my hair before I hit the road.
Good luck to everyone this week. Keep trying to climb your mountains.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
The race is on!
Friday night after much anxiety and anticipation (for several days) we found out we are in LOTOJA 2009. It is limited to 1000 cyclists and you have to draw out. Very exciting but now it is on and the hard part starts. I have til Sept 12 to be ready to ride minimum of92 miles and 46 of those miles are up and over a mountain and I need to avg 15mph so our team can finish the 206 miles before dark. Last year I rode 81 miles from Afton WY into Jackson Hole--rolling hills and headwinds but not too bad when I was all jacked up with adrenaline and energy drinks. At one point we were going 23 mph which for a beginner cyclist like myself was just lightning McQueen incredible!!! (The experienced cyclist probably warms up at 23-they were buzzing past me like flies---I wanted to swat them!!)
Anyway cycling is so much fun and I am addicted to it-- plus an added bonus we get to wear spandex and brightly colored jerseys so everyone can see us!!! Jaime and Laura might be able to pick me out of a group or recognize me alone on the roads around town this summer because I'll be the cyclist with orange striped legs to match the bright jersey. Scott was making fun of my extremely white legs so I tried the spray on tan. You would think it wouldn't be so difficult but I will be changing my name to Mrs Oompa Loompa--(I'm not sure how to spell my new name.) I have orange striped legs and I'm trying to fill in the stripes but they still look pretty funny. I'll just have to ride fast so people won't get a second look. They'll think about it for a second and then not believe what they just saw and life will go on.
It's time to sign up for Hobble creek. May 1st was the first day to sign up and I got nervous about running and cycling both and I haven't signed up yet. I know people train for triathalons but how do they manage to fit it all in with family and other responsibilities. I'm going to do it just because I need the goal to keep me going. I need the extra endorphins from running to keep me sane and happy.
Way to go Christi on your 10K. You are my inspiration. I'm working hard to be able to keep up with you especially when we hike Timp.
Keep on running/walking/biking/hiking/playing and blogging!!!! (And drinking!!!) That would be water of course but occasionaly a hard drink is needed--chugging root beer always burns going down.
AND DON'T FORGET TO LAUGH!!! We're not getting old we are getting better with age!!
Anyway cycling is so much fun and I am addicted to it-- plus an added bonus we get to wear spandex and brightly colored jerseys so everyone can see us!!! Jaime and Laura might be able to pick me out of a group or recognize me alone on the roads around town this summer because I'll be the cyclist with orange striped legs to match the bright jersey. Scott was making fun of my extremely white legs so I tried the spray on tan. You would think it wouldn't be so difficult but I will be changing my name to Mrs Oompa Loompa--(I'm not sure how to spell my new name.) I have orange striped legs and I'm trying to fill in the stripes but they still look pretty funny. I'll just have to ride fast so people won't get a second look. They'll think about it for a second and then not believe what they just saw and life will go on.
It's time to sign up for Hobble creek. May 1st was the first day to sign up and I got nervous about running and cycling both and I haven't signed up yet. I know people train for triathalons but how do they manage to fit it all in with family and other responsibilities. I'm going to do it just because I need the goal to keep me going. I need the extra endorphins from running to keep me sane and happy.
Way to go Christi on your 10K. You are my inspiration. I'm working hard to be able to keep up with you especially when we hike Timp.
Keep on running/walking/biking/hiking/playing and blogging!!!! (And drinking!!!) That would be water of course but occasionaly a hard drink is needed--chugging root beer always burns going down.
AND DON'T FORGET TO LAUGH!!! We're not getting old we are getting better with age!!
Saturday, April 25, 2009
First Long Run
I finished my first official long run today. 4 miles in 45 minutes with 2 2min walking breaks. Not bad for the first one out. I have to keep telling myself live in the now--quit thinking about what I was doing 5 - 10 years ago. Score one for the not so old lady.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Watch out for bears and also cars!
Lori--I just read a news report that a pregnant lady in Colorado Springs got hit by a car as she was running away from a bear. Double Whammy!!! The mom and baby are doing fine, the bear was euthanized (sp?) and the driver of the car is missing in action. Crazy. Watch out for bears for crying out loud. My worst nightmare--bears!!! Scott wanted to put together a team to run the ragnar relay race that is in Colorado a couple of years ago and I was too scared I would run into a bear out on a lonely road by myself. I'll let him know my "crazy" fear was not so crazy after all.
Also while running watch out for crazy teenagers in trucks that throw big gulps at ya. Crazy teenagers. Bad as the bears!
Also while running watch out for crazy teenagers in trucks that throw big gulps at ya. Crazy teenagers. Bad as the bears!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Easter eggs all year round
It's 11:00 and I'm reading MSNBC and I came across "Nutrition by the Numbers." I read through it all and discovered the 12 Power foods but it's too late to turn on the printer--too loud and annoying for those sleeping so I increased my computer savviness by creating a link. Yeah score one for my sleeping brain--who would have thunk it was possible!! (Sorry-I'm on a "thunk it" junket) I put a link to it so I could remember them--if they help anyone else--an added bonus. I'm looking forward to eating more boiled eggs--I only eat them during the week after Easter and this year I will definitely freeze rasberries so I can eat them with my oatmeal all year long.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
The first 30 days.
The first month of running is just not fun! Not very encouraging I know but from past experience I have learned it takes me a month to get to the point where it doesn't hurt and feel like I'll fall over because the oxygen can't get to my life sustaining organs. Each week I can feel a little progress but if I miss more than a couple of days I'm in trouble again. Each day of each week that I run I can get in the groove a little faster and I can run with a smile on my face a little sooner instead of the red faced mouth open grimace that I have without fail during the first 10-15 min of each run. As I run now I dream of the past so I can relive it in the future. I dream of those two hour runs cruising along singing to Paul Simon, Queen and Shania Twain. Those good times help me get through these first 30 days and hopefully I'll get to those two hours runs again although I think I'm going to change up the music--Keith Urban is my cruising music now although so far my music has been listening to birds and dogs and airplanes and talking to Jack. He gets a little restless after 30 minutes so I try to entertain him by pointing out the interesting attractions we run by. I used to never seek out houses with barking dogs.
One thing that I haven't been doing very well is drinking more water. If you see me out running or even an hour after I'm done you'll know if I have drunk enough water. Red purple face, or normal. If I am drinking plenty of water throughout the day I'll sweat like every other normal person if not my face turns bright red, and the less water I drink, the red turns into purple. Quite a trick but not a good one. One more thing I need to remember and do---train my body to drink more water throughout the day. I thought it was interesting when we were training for the marathon eons ago that part of the training was that you actually needed to train your body to take in more water. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. We've heard that forever but when we are running we need more--especially when it starts to heat up.
So I'm looking forward to day 31 and a sweaty white face, less pain and more gain (strength, stamina and speed).
Run on!!
One thing that I haven't been doing very well is drinking more water. If you see me out running or even an hour after I'm done you'll know if I have drunk enough water. Red purple face, or normal. If I am drinking plenty of water throughout the day I'll sweat like every other normal person if not my face turns bright red, and the less water I drink, the red turns into purple. Quite a trick but not a good one. One more thing I need to remember and do---train my body to drink more water throughout the day. I thought it was interesting when we were training for the marathon eons ago that part of the training was that you actually needed to train your body to take in more water. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. We've heard that forever but when we are running we need more--especially when it starts to heat up.
So I'm looking forward to day 31 and a sweaty white face, less pain and more gain (strength, stamina and speed).
Run on!!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Sun Salutations
Warmest greetings and salutations to the sun. I've been waiting sooooo long that I almost made a side trip to a padded room. This week has been long and dark. I should have been exercising inside (I did once) but the cold and lack of sunshine just sucked it out of me. I am feeling new energy already. I found a picture of a cyclist that I have posted on my fridge with a little sign that says "Runinspired." With running and cycling I intend to look like my cycling picture before my big 40. I'll end the week on a good note. I'm doing a P90 upper body weight workout plus a run tomorrow in the beautiful sunshine--maybe throw in a ride too! I have three weeks before my 5K so let's hope for lots of golden rays so I can run outside.
I'm going to send out an email that has an attachment of the training schedule I'll use. I tried posting it but it is beyond my capabilities--it shrunk and cut half of it off. I think my computer was messing with my head. Dang blasted machine.
I did have one victorious moment this last week---I threw out all the easter candy(except one chocolate bunny) and I let it remain in the garbage. (Yes I'll admitt , that hasn't stopped me before) Sad Sad Sad. I overcame the temptation and took it out to the big garbage so it is gone forever!!! Baby steps will lead to giant leaps!!!
May the sun warm your heart and kiss your brow.
I'm going to send out an email that has an attachment of the training schedule I'll use. I tried posting it but it is beyond my capabilities--it shrunk and cut half of it off. I think my computer was messing with my head. Dang blasted machine.
I did have one victorious moment this last week---I threw out all the easter candy(except one chocolate bunny) and I let it remain in the garbage. (Yes I'll admitt , that hasn't stopped me before) Sad Sad Sad. I overcame the temptation and took it out to the big garbage so it is gone forever!!! Baby steps will lead to giant leaps!!!
May the sun warm your heart and kiss your brow.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Jack's cast
You see he is not slowing down just because he has a cast on. This was at an Easter egg hunt at Scott's parents. Jack was more interested in playing with the ball and bat than finding eggs. He'll be wearing his cast for a month but it won't be as bad as I thought because this cast can get wet and we were encouraged to bathe and wash it. Just hold it up to let it drain and we're good to go. Nice...
Back on the Wagon
I exercised today. It was wonderful. I did my 30 minute run and then P90X workout. Cole is home for a couple of days so I was able to go run without Jack and the jogger. Wow--I can move much faster without the jogger. It is so liberating to feel your muscles move and become stronger each time. I will keep running just 30 minutes each time for the rest of this month (no matter if I feel like superwoman) to build my base. Hopefully by the end of the month 30 minutes of running will equate to at least 3 miles (I'm hoping 3.2/5K). Each week I should get stronger and faster so I can easily run 10 minute miles. My goal is to run avg 9 min miles. That is a great pace for me to talk, laugh and enjoy the run. As competitive as I have been in my life I know that I won't be in the money on any race I run and that's ok. I'm doing this for me. As much as I don't want to be a Tony Horton groupie (P90X guy) he does have a saying that I really like "do your best and forget the rest" and of course "bring it." So I'm going to "bring it" and "forget the rest." I feel great today, I'm going to enjoy the moment and take the kiddies to see a movie. Have a great day everyone.
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Picking up Grapes
It's Saturday night and I'm picking up grapes. Jack doesn't like to eat grapes but he gets great pleasure throwing them wherever. Jack decided to fly off the counter on Thursday and he broke his wrist. Friday we spent the morning at the doctors and hospital radiology and now he's sporting a tiny little blue cast that he gets to wear for a month.
I missed my workouts on Thursday and Friday and I'm hoping that I won't miss Saturdays workout. It's 7pm and we are going to color eggs and then I'm working out. I hate missing workouts now because mentally it drags me down.
Hopefully everyone's having a great Easter weekend and I'm going to try hard not to consume too much sugar with the dang Easter candy.
I missed my workouts on Thursday and Friday and I'm hoping that I won't miss Saturdays workout. It's 7pm and we are going to color eggs and then I'm working out. I hate missing workouts now because mentally it drags me down.
Hopefully everyone's having a great Easter weekend and I'm going to try hard not to consume too much sugar with the dang Easter candy.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Trying to stay motivated
Nancy, Thanks for posting all you do. That in itself motivates me. I will post what I've done just because I need to be held accountable for what I don't do. Since last Tuesday - not yesterday but the Tuesday before that - this is what I've done. It's pretty pathetic compared to Nancy. Didn't do anything Wed, Thur, Fri (sad) - Ran three miles on my treadmill on Saturday. Sunday (general conference) zero, Monday ran/walk two miles, Tuesday = zero, Wednesday (today) I ran/walk for 40 minutes and came home and did some Turbo Jam. About an hour and fifteen minutes in all - couldn't walk afterwards. I sure do feel a lot better the days I get r done. It seems to help if I start early - meaning before my kids wake up.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Sorry, I still haven't posted the running training log--after Jack wakes up he is going non stop and he doesn't allow me to sit down for very long. I guess that in itself could be part of my training. I don't know how the child keeps moving all day long. He doesn't take naps anymore and he stays awake til 10pm. Today I took him to the park, went for a long walk, played in the back yard and washed the car hoping that would wear him out and he actually went to bed at 9pm tonight--yeah! I was able to get in 50 minutes on the bike after he went to sleep. I have been working out each day doing my P90X and then either spinning or walking/running (this week only--thank you sunshine). One thing I'm learning all over again is to be patient. I want my body to change in a week and it is going to take some time. I got a little over excited Monday and went 5 miles running the first 20 min and then had to walk the rest--slowly. A little bit too much out of the starting gate. Pushing Jack in the jogger up Mary Pulley's hill just about took me out. I have to remember---make a plan and stick to it. Just because I get pumped up and feel good doesn't mean I can run 13 miles today.
Scott signed us up to run a 5k on May 9 (Susan G Komen Breast Cancer) and I'm signed up to ride the Little Red Riding Hood Women only bike ride in Logan on June 6th. Trying for the 100 miles--we'll see. I'm really excited because I have these dates to work towards. If anyone wants to join us on May 9th come one come all--I'll be pushing Jack in the jogger so I won't be moving very fast (even without him I'd be running slow!!)
Laura and Jaime how about we choose one day a week to join forces for a run (that means a jog/walk) but running sounds cooler plus it motivates me to become such ( a runner!!) My schedule is pretty open so it can be mornings or afternoons. Let me know. My next mini goal is to put up a running training log this week. Here's the first step in the training: Using a run/walk combination go for 30 min. You do this until you don't have to walk anymore and you can run for 30 minutes straight. The training log I have breaks it down in more detail. You do this for 30 days or until you can run for the 30 minutes. After the 30 days is when you start focusing on miles. Just to get you started. Can't wait for more sunshine and nice runners calves!!!!
Scott signed us up to run a 5k on May 9 (Susan G Komen Breast Cancer) and I'm signed up to ride the Little Red Riding Hood Women only bike ride in Logan on June 6th. Trying for the 100 miles--we'll see. I'm really excited because I have these dates to work towards. If anyone wants to join us on May 9th come one come all--I'll be pushing Jack in the jogger so I won't be moving very fast (even without him I'd be running slow!!)
Laura and Jaime how about we choose one day a week to join forces for a run (that means a jog/walk) but running sounds cooler plus it motivates me to become such ( a runner!!) My schedule is pretty open so it can be mornings or afternoons. Let me know. My next mini goal is to put up a running training log this week. Here's the first step in the training: Using a run/walk combination go for 30 min. You do this until you don't have to walk anymore and you can run for 30 minutes straight. The training log I have breaks it down in more detail. You do this for 30 days or until you can run for the 30 minutes. After the 30 days is when you start focusing on miles. Just to get you started. Can't wait for more sunshine and nice runners calves!!!!
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Just Checking....
now that you girls have motivated me...I'm waiting for the official exercise plan...tell me though... I've started walking around my neighborhood again...(hopefully more consistently) but just wondering does it add something to my credit to carry my 3 year old part of the way...wrestle with a 18 pound dog on a leash...walk against the wind gusts...the ups and downs of the mountain...and the altitude! --all that adds up to a pretty good start at a work out...doesn't it?
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Laura is the grand blog master!!!
Laura--you are way to cool to be my same age. I'm still figuring out how to find the spot to type in a blog post. When I brought up the blog I wondered if I was in the right place. The links are awesome.
Anywho--I'm still working on my training schedule---Jack is not cooperating with me.
I did get in a great workout today. I'm on week 5 of P90X and it is still working me over pretty good. I worked on back and biceps today plus the ab ripper x. Killer. After 5 weeks I just reached a point where I can do at least a couple of each of the ab exercises but I still can't keep up with reps. I spinned today too. If anyone has a good recovery drink or supplement let me know. I need to replenish and get some more energy---Scott still wants clean laundry for some reason---Men!!!
Kudos Christi for teaching early morning seminary. I tried just to get out of bed at 6am and it's not working very well. 7am is more my speed.
Anywho--I'm still working on my training schedule---Jack is not cooperating with me.
I did get in a great workout today. I'm on week 5 of P90X and it is still working me over pretty good. I worked on back and biceps today plus the ab ripper x. Killer. After 5 weeks I just reached a point where I can do at least a couple of each of the ab exercises but I still can't keep up with reps. I spinned today too. If anyone has a good recovery drink or supplement let me know. I need to replenish and get some more energy---Scott still wants clean laundry for some reason---Men!!!
Kudos Christi for teaching early morning seminary. I tried just to get out of bed at 6am and it's not working very well. 7am is more my speed.
Backgrounds
Nancy you can go to the www.thecutestblogontheblock.com/free-backgrounds and check out free backgrounds. When you find a background that you like then click on it and follow the instructions. It's pretty easy I'm sure you can do it. I picked this one because it had green on it. Feel free to change it whenever or to whatever you want.
Yesterday
When I saw this blog it was around 8:45 PM last night. I had just returned from Young Womans. David still had the kids at his Mom's house. I called him and told him I was home and then I jumped on the tread mill and ran 1 3/4 miles - he and the kids got home at that point and I needed to help put them to bed. But at least it was something. I'll post what I did today - after I do it - and I will do it so that I can post it.
I don't care if we keep the blog open or private. It's up to everyone else. I don't care if people know how much I do or don't work out. You make the decision. If anything it can get annoying logging in every time when its private. I'll put a feed tracker on the blog to make sure no one wierd is watching us. If they do then we can change it to pivate.
I don't care if we keep the blog open or private. It's up to everyone else. I don't care if people know how much I do or don't work out. You make the decision. If anything it can get annoying logging in every time when its private. I'll put a feed tracker on the blog to make sure no one wierd is watching us. If they do then we can change it to pivate.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Laura, I have "granted you admin privileges". How funny is that--I actually figured out how to do that. I think you can make changes now but you have to keep green in the color scheme--it is my alive energy color---just leave me a little green dot somewhere---then go wild. But please tell me how everyone changes the colors and patterns and so on. Do they import them??? Another question for you and for Lori, Jaime and Christi when you guys get on here and read this---do we keep this blog between only us, or we give permission for people to blog on or do we leave it open for the world??? It all depends how we want to use this and what we post on it. Any thoughts?
I'm working on my workout schedule and I'll post that and my goals tomorrow--then it's down to business. Just thinking about posting this has got me excited to get moving. Yeah #40. Bring it on!!!!
I'm working on my workout schedule and I'll post that and my goals tomorrow--then it's down to business. Just thinking about posting this has got me excited to get moving. Yeah #40. Bring it on!!!!
Friends
Just thought this blog needed a picture. Nancy thanks for setting this up. I'll leave my mark too. So should we post what we did as far as working out? I think that would be great. That way we will be accountable to each other. Also we could put links to our blogs on here too. My blog is www.bunkersmovingforward.blogspot.com. My photography blog is www.laurabunker.blogspot.com.
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