Snowy Days: It snowed a little more yesterday, perhaps dropping  5 inches or so.  I guess that is what we get for living in northeastern PA. It was a bit windy and cold but there is no getting out of shoveling. Scranton has about 80,000 people, many of which will be shoveling today. Not all though. Some local residents will refuse to obey the law and of course no one will enforce it. Some businesses will plow their parking lots onto their sidewalks, and no one will enforce that either. Kids will be walking to school in the street because sidewalks are snow covered. Some people will gain a few pounds in the next few months, maybe because they are a little lazier in the winter, but maybe because they are unable to get around. And, while some refuse to participate in society by shoveling, some older Americans will be shoveling and have heart attacks because shoveling snow and cutting grass is the only exercise they get. I prefer to be in good enough shape to shovel, to cut grass, and to complain until things get better. Just the kinda guy I am.

You owe it to yourself to be fit, and to society to care.

Cheeseburger in Paradise: Aside from being the day dedicated to the birth of Jesus Christ, tomorrow is Jimmy Buffet's birthday. I am not pointing that out because he is a 66 year old Adonis, or even because he runs or workouts ( he may, but I don't know). I only mention it because he truly does put himself out there as an example of someone that enjoys life. It is on my "bucket list" to get to Key West, Florida, and of course to have a cheeseburger there probably with a beer (maybe a margarita) and enjoy that cheeseburger while in paradise. In addition to enjoying life personified by Jimmy Buffet and Ernest "Papa" Hemingway in the bars of Key West, I plan on being in good enough shape to walk around town (probably NOT do the legendary bar crawl). To do things on your "Bucket List" you need to be able to walk. You need to be in good enough shape to get around town: to see the lighthouse, to go into the shops; to take in the history and the fun. Checking something off a bucket list that you only half do is cheating yourself. To enjoy something fully, you need to be capable, you need to be at least a little fit. Maybe tomorrow after the presents, after giving thanks, you might want to go for a little run or do a few push-ups or sit-ups, and perhaps have a drink and toast Jimmy Buffet.

 

Eat, drink and be merry, but give thanks FIRST.

 

 

Winter Run

 

With winter at hand, a morning run can be a very rude awakening. There is not much I enjoy less than a cool run with a brisk wind. Not much as far as exercise goes anyway. However, I'm sure that a slow run in a cold wind is much more fun than flapping around on the ground clutching your chest. It is probably much more fun than shoving a needle into your thigh or stomach because you're a diabetic. Not running does give your significant other choices for the holidays. What to get someone that has everything (including a growing belly), larger clothes of course. A longer belt may be in order. With the holidays here, the importance of friends and family once again is apparent. Enjoy them this year, and do what you can to be here next year for them too.

 

Embrace the wind, embrace life

 





'Tis the season. The lights are put up at Nay Aug Park in Scranton. The weather has been unseasonably warm for the most part for the past few days. Not in the 70's or anything, but in the upper 40's to mid 50's. All in all good running weather (or walking/playing weather). In a few weeks there will be a new year upon us, and many will profess to lose weight in the coming year. Now is your chance to get a jump on it. Go out, burn a couple calories and make those creaky old joints move. If you do, you can go home, have a few Christmas (or "Holiday") cookies and still feel good about yourself. It is not about being the perfect weight, but it is about being a balanced person. A little exercise, a little cookie, a long, happy, FIT life.

Holiday happy, holiday healthy.

Happy Thanksgiving to all. Eat some turkey and potatoes and all. Wash it down with wine then tomorrow go for a walk  or a run or do some push-ups, or some yoga or what ever floats your boat, but do something.

I jumped on the bike before eating. I did a little bit with my dumbells, jumped on the treadmill for a couple of miles and made sure that I stretched well and took my joints through their paces. My knee is tight, my hip is pretty solid, and I'm concerned that if  I don't use them fully, I'll lose what little mobility I have. I'm really not that bad, but I DO beleive that if you don't use it, you lose it, and I'm not ready to lose anything just yet.

Don't be a loser (except some weight or stiffness), move and enjoy life.

The Big storm is coming. Hurricane Sandy is on its way and should hit here sometime tomorrow night or tuesday. The wind was starting to pick up a bit, and a shower here or there. I went for a run. A nice slow 5 miles. There are some people that won't be fit enough to get through this storm. There are some that may be fit enough but it will just be their time.

I don't want to live forever. However, I do not want to die because I am so out of shape that I am unable to save myself. I want to be able to pull myself out of a car window if I have to. I want to be able to climb out of a house window, hang and drop if I have to. I want to be able to walk a mile to get to high ground if I have to. I am fairly ready to die if a meteor falls on my head, but I am not prepared to die from being too comfortable on my couch.

Run for your life, really your life may depend on it...

Just because I haven't been blogging doesn't mean that I have been vegging. At this home, only the cat is gaining weight and losing agility, though she is still much more agile that I am. I am still using the treadmill more than going outside, and am getting a little spoiled with the ability to watch TV and still exercise. I also like the ability to regulate my speed, going from 8:20 minute miles to 5:30 minute miles for a little while, then slow again. It lets me know when I have gotten to 5 miles or 8 miles or 10 miles. I am not trusting it 100% but it is keeping me in the ballpark where I can play and progress. Whether inside or outside, on a treadmill or on a sidewalk, the key is to move.

One step at a time, keep moving, keep living

Been a while

It has been a while since I wrote, but that doesn't mean I haven't been exercising. I've been doing some running on the treadmill, and some running outside too. I have also been getting on the recumbent bike, plus doing a variety of other things, just to mix it up a little.

The weather was in the low 70's this morning and the running was nice. I did a few miles up at the park and got home before the rain. I haven't run at the park for a week or so, and it was nice. There were a few people running or walking, and a few kids on the playground. It won't be long before the weather changes and some people complain about the snow and the cold. A lot of the biggest complainers will be the same ones that didn't leave the house all summer because it was too hot, or too wet, or too nice inside.

Enjoy the day, everyday

I have been running more lately, though I haven't been blogging much. Most of my running has been on the treadmill, playing games with myself using different paces. I've also been watching the Olympics quite a bit, cheering on the U.S. even though they can't hear me. Yesterday we watched as Oscar Pistorius, of South Africa, came in 2nd in a 200 qualifier. Oscar is a double amputee from almost birth (he was a baby). Some people think that he has an undue advantage using carbon-fiber "feet." Personally I say if you are worried about that kind of "advantage" there is no rule saying that you can't hack off your lower limbs and get carbon-fiber ones. Unless of course you are not willing to stand behind your accusations. This kid is obviously NOT Oscar, but feel free to look at him, then look at your legs, then YOU decide who probably has the advantage.

Run with abandon, with whatever you have.

I felt the need to mix it up a little today. I have been slowing down a little this summer with work and all. So I went to Nay Aug Park, did a few miles that included a hill run and a few things to play on. The weather was a little cooler than it had been lately (still in the 80's though) so out and about I went. The pool is of course open and there were people around. There were walkers, runners and pets here and there. A few people that looked moderately homeless were there also, mostly sitting at the picnic tables. Mostly it was pretty quiet though. I had no problem getting in everything that I wanted. I highly recommend enjoying the weather whenever possible. 

Fun in the sun

Road Rash: the weather was nice again today, perhaps a little humid. I did not realize it initially, but by mile 4 or 5 I had a pretty good sweat going. I was about 1-1 1/2 miles into my run when a chunk of sidewalk jumped up and snagged my toe. It was really no big deal. I fall once a year or so. The 1st thing I do is look around to see who might have seen me. Then I get up, curse and start down the road again. I only mention it because if you run and probably even walk, you are going to trip from time to time. Nearly everyone does it, it is never fun but it usually is no big deal. I am at times forgiving of mistakes. I say that "the only one that doesn't make mistakes is the person that doesn't do anything." The same could be said for falling. You will not ever have to worry about scraping your knees or elbows if you stay on the couch. One other side note. For a decade or so I taught karate and part of that was doing falls & rolls. Notice that my elbow is scraped, my wrist isn't broken, and my face is still pretty (well, kinda). When you fall, TURN YOUR HEAD -- BEND YOUR ELBOWS--- GET YOUR FOREARMS IN FRONT OF YOUR FACE.... DO NOT REACH YOUR ARMS OUT... Your forearms might bleed, but if you reach out, your wrists will break.

Go for a run and, have a nice trip.

The weather was nice today, none the less I hit the treadmill. The thing that I have grown to appreciate about the treadmill, is that I can control the speed better. I can set the speed at a 6 minute mile pace (or 9 minute mile pace) and teach my muscles how to move at that speed. That gets into my brain and my muscle memory. To be able to rely on my muscles to move at a specific speed, my muscles have to know what that speed feels like. That way I can train to run a 30 minute 5K, or a 20 minute 5K. I can also teach my muscles a speed that is currently beyond my long distance capability. I can run at a 4 minute mile pace for any where from 1 to 4 minutes than slow down to a 8 minute pace before my heart explodes, or I trip and get shot out the window behind me from the treadmill. Then fast again. I have almost total control. I don't trust that the treadmill is 100% accurate (though I do believe it is close), that is why I have ALMOST total control. I could also do that at a track with more accuracy, but there is not an accessible track nearby. So, if you have a treadmill, or a track nearby, do a little speed play. It will make the run a little more fun and a little more exciting. Indoors or out, do something beside "VEG."

Be active, be happy.

Easy Run -- Today was our first full day back from Georgia and I needed to run. I haven't run since Wednesday, so I went out and pounded the pavement for a few miles.  I did ok at Peachtree, it was a lot of fun and I recommend it to anyone. One side note: to do Peachtree I had to take a train into Atlanta. Then there was a couple mile walk to the start line, and after the race, there was a couple mile walk back to the train. THAT walk is what kicked my heiner. It was mostly up hill and I was a bit tired by then. None the less, I do recommend a "Party Run" like  The Peachtree 10K. There were bands and quite a few fans and well wishers. There were even a couple bars offering their wares for runners. The winning time was just over 27 minutes, my time was a bit longer. It was doing the event that counted to me, not winning. Since I have done 10 K's before I did not even get a PR (personal record). It was a PR for a 10 K as a Master Athlete (Over 50), because it was my only 10 K since I turned 50. All in all, I had a good time though.

Run... Race...Socialize... Enjoy....

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The weather was nice this morning, so it seemed like a nice day to go outside for a run. I did about 4 or so miles in the sunshine, soaking up vitamin D and maybe a touch of melanoma. I do not get a whole lot of sun and I think some is good, but more is not better as far as ultraviolet rays go. None the less, you need to get out sometimes, get the stink blown off, and get a little exercise. Try not to run when the sun is its hottest, but do try to get a little sun. It wouldn't hurt to throw on a little sunscreen either. You break a little sweat, check to make sure your pores are clear and your sweat glands are functional, and you get to burn a few calories. All in all, not a bad deal.

Sunshine or rain... enjoy the day

This is my daughter, Denise, and I yesterday after the Warrior Dash. It was a nice photo op. Something that a lot of people do after accomplishing something out of the ordinary. However, instead of doing this, we should have been stretching. I always stretch after a run or workout. But somehow yesterday we got caught up in the moment. Today, we are both a little sore. My arms and shoulders more than my legs, but her legs more than arms. Sometimes you get a little sore doing things a little different, but it is a manageable pain. And to minimize it, you have to remember to stretch, even in a carnival atmosphere. Then you can take advantage of the photo opportunity. It will still be there.

Run.... then stretch... then pose, but rejoice all long the way

Today, Denise and I did the "Warrior Dash," a race of a little under 4 miles with about a dozen obstacles. Nothing too bad, a few things to climb over here, something to crawl under there. And so on for an hour. We did pretty good, finishing in an hour exactly. We could not have timed that any better if we tried, and trust me, we didn't. Running through the flames was the second to last obstacle. The last obstacle was dragging ourselves through a 40 foot mud puddle under barbed wire. All in all it was a good Father's Day. I had my daughter and my sweetness. You don't have to be in tip-top shape to do one of these races, I'm not. You do have to be in fair shape and you have to make a determination to finish. It is do-able. It is not easy,  but it is worth doing and it is something to brag about. AND, if you share it with someone, that is even better. I DO recommend this type of event at least once.

Run for your life...really, running could improve your life...

 I thought that I would just go for a little run today. I have that race on Sunday that will almost undoubtedly kick my heiner. I wanted to do a couple easy miles. I need to maintain without stressing my muscles and/or joints too much. Since it is Flagday, I thought it might be nice to run past the courthouse and view the  flags. There is a vatiety of statues and war memeorials there. I did about 3 1/2 miles or so at an easy pace. I'll probably do something similar the next few days, maybe dropping down to a 2 mile run on Saturday. It is important to keep moving every day or at least every few days. There are forces inside your own body that are trying to  stop you. Trying to lock up your joints. Trying to covert muscle to fat. Trying to slowly kill you. Fight back!

Fight for your life

Up and Away   Today was a good day for a run, but with that obstacle race coming up in just over a week I figured I had better do a little extra training. A wall here, a little sprint there, a couple dips and of course some stairs thrown in. I wanted to get a workout in at the park, just in case there is a lot going on at the park this weekend. They use Nay Aug Park for various charitable events. Walks and community events, and there are always groups or families having picnics and cook-outs there. I certainly don't begrudge anyone that type of activity, but sometimes it is hard to get near a wall, or on the various "playthings" that I try to incorporate in my training.

Walls are made to keep things in, or out,,,, or just to play on....

Tread Lightly

I know from experience, that if I show up for a race and it is raining, I'll be racing in the rain. But, today with a cool drizzle outside, I opted to try out the treadmill. A couple of decades ago I tried running on a treadmill and had to stop because I was making A LOT of noise slamming onto the track. I figured I was just meant not to run on a treadmill. Today however, I chose to once again try and run on a treadmill. So off I went. I did about an hour at varying speeds. I kind of liked it because I could control speed better. I do not entirely trust the speed that it was showing, but I could speed up for a 1 1/2 minutes, then slow down for 3 1/2 and then faster agian. I don't look too bad here for a 65 year old. Unfortunately I'm not 65. Maybe I should get some sun.

Be active, indoors or out.





Yesterday I went to Nay Aug Park. It was a little cooler when I got there, probably in the mid to high 60's, with a fair breeze. It was still sunny though and pretty nice. I was surprised that there were so few people there. There were some runners and walkers, but not nearly as many as I thought there would be.

I did a warm-up mile, give or take, then did a little loop. Up this hill, then a little rock climb, then some "jump-ups" of about 14". I run in between and pick up the speed for one stretch of about 40 yards.I did 5 laps like that. Then I do a slow mile (even slower than usual) to cool down. I have that race coming up with Denise and though I know I'll get through it, I wouldn't mind being a few pounds lighter when I have to pull myself up that cargo net. I'm sure when losing weight is important enough to me, I'll cut back and exercise more and "git er done."

Be fit, life is NOT a spectator sport. 

Spring has sprung. I'm in summer school, and we are coming up on June, the number one marriage month of the year. Denise went to Florida this past weekend for a wedding. A friend of hers from pre-high school got married.

While in Florida, Denise and Haris  saw a few sights. She sent out a pic of her cradling a gator. She also said that they went to the beach a few times and they got around by bicycles. Haris has been going to the gym a lot during the last few months. Denise has been going to the gym and even running a little. Her and I have the obstacle race coming up in less the 3 weeks. I explained to Denise that I don't really have to be in the best shape possible, I like beer and food too much. I just want to be in good enough shape to be able to ride a bike, or go to the beach or fast dance at a wedding. Perhaps that is the subject of this blog, being in good enough shape. What is good enough for one, may or may not be good enough for another. But DO try to be good enough to enjoy life, whatever that might mean to you.

Life's a beach........

With a break in the weather (though it really was a mild winter), it is time to step up the training. In less than a month I will be doing a little run with a few obstacles thrown in for good measure. That will make the running part easier, though it will make the entire event a little more of a workout.

I was up at Nay Aug Park, running aound the paved road that encircles it. It's about 1 mile give or take a bit. It is not very beneficial to get hung up on a specific distance all of the time. Just go out, run a little, and have fun. Here, in this picture I'm climbing a small outcropping of rocks, perhaps 8 or 10 feet high. I run a little, then I climb this as I go by, then I run some more. Climbing these rocks I use my legs in a different way then when running, I have to stretch them a little, and I also have to use my hands and arms. All in all, it is more a full body workout. Of  course I also throw in a little hill running, and maybe some pushups, dips, or chin ups. The idea is to mix it up and have fun.


Run, climb, play...

It  has been nice the last few days. I haven't written here, but that does not mean I haven't been running or doing anything. I have been busy with finals, and I had a bit of a cold for a week, so I haven't been running like I was for a week or two. I have been getting on the bike for a while though. Yesterday I was back at Nay Aug running in a circle after warming up for a mile. I did some sprints, and some stairs, some dips, and climbed up over a 5 foot wall a few times. It was nice to get out in the sunshine and sweat a little. All in all it was a nice way to spend an hour or so. Hopefully I can keep at it now.


Stay fit, stay active.

Hot again

It was in the mid 60's today, so I went out for a run. I went to Nay Aug Park and ran along the trails. At the beginning of Davis Trail is a small memorial to fallen soldiers. I always feel honored to run past it. They paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. They will never again smell the scent of spring that surrounds us all today. I for one am grateful. Today at the park there were people walking, running and riding bikes and an abundance of dogs. Some kids were in strollers and some walkers were even older than me. There were frisbies and one pair throwing a hardball back and forth.  It was really a vast array of sun worshippers. In inclement weather, I am at times, the only one here. I like that sometimes, but today it was nice to share the park. As busy as it was, there was room for a few more. You should have been there.

Be active, don't "park" your butt on a couch

                                                               

chilly today,,,,

It is chilly today but the time for serious training is upon me. I need to lose a few pounds, gain some flexibility and strength, and all around get into better shape. I look way too much like a side of beef hanging from these rings. I went for a short run, did a little obstacle work at the playground, then did a little circuit work before finishing up with a slow final mile to cool down. Last week it was in the 70's. This week it is damp and in the 50's. Yet the training must go on. Looking back on the last few years or so, I wish I had maintained, now I have to re-aquire before I can begin to maintain. My joints are older and less willing to do as I ask, but they will loosen in time. The human body is continuously rebuilding itself. With a little direction from the brain and a little tenacity, it will rebuild better.

Be active, life is more fun

Out for fun

The weather was great again today. Low 60's, not too windy, the sun on my face.... nice. I went to Nay Aug Park. I figured there would be a crowd there, and there was, but I was happy to find one little playground empty. Once a week or so, if no one is around, I run through the park a little. I am planning on doing a "Warrior Dash" with Denise et al. in June. Its a 4 miler with 10 or so obstacles scattered throughout. There will be walls to climb over,,,, water to wade through, logs to crawl over and under, that sort of thing. I know I can run the 4 miles, I do that a few times a week, and I know I can get through the course. What I am a little concerned about the ease that I can get through the course. I know it won't kill me, and I know I won't quit until its over, but it will call on me to use muscles that I do not normally use. So, when no one is around the playground, I climb over walls or fences, crawl through tubes and up slides, use the hanging rings, and do my best to use those muscles that are too often ignored.

Be active, be young

Lets Play

       Its a great day to get outside and get some Vitamin D. Vitamin D is good for many things. Studies have shown that it is needed for matabolism regulation, cancer reduction and possibly even as a Multiple Sclerosis inhibitor, plus many other things. You can take a multi vitamin to help ensure that you get your fair share (I do), but one good source of vitamin D is the sun. Just drag your heiner out and play. Run, walk, take the kids or dog for a walk. Just drag your heiner out and catch a few rays. You'll feel better and you will be better. I don't know of anyone who could not stand to be a little better.

Be Active, Play



60 and "FAB"

Its a nice day. Not too much wind, about 60 degrees or so. So up to Nay Aug Park I went. I ws there the other day for a snow squal and a 25 MPH wind that  came out of nowhere. Today was much nicer. I've been pretty busy lately with grad school. Not really too busy to work out ( I have been hitting the bike or running), just haven't really found the time or inclination to blog as much as I had been. Today I did about a mile to warm up, then did the circuit that I like to do there. Running around a circle there. Its about 100 yards in diameter with picnic tables scattered about. I do pushups on one. Do the circle, then do situps. Run the circle, then do dips. Run the circle then do steps ups with one leg leading then with the other leg leading. Run the circle then do jumping jacks. That's one set. I did 2 sets than did about 1 mile or so to cool down. I haven't done that in a few months. It felt good in the sun but the step ups always kill my left knee.  I was happy to see quite a few others out and about at the park. Its a good day to start (or continue) being a little bit fitter.

Be fit, start TODAY

Good Running Weather

Great running weather. February 18th, and almost 50 degrees. The sun was out and I wanted to get my run in early. Noon had about the high for the day. Then it cooled off and the snow started again, bringing a nasty cold rain with it. It will be close to 50 again by the end of the week. I enjoyed the sunshine for a while though. I did about 5 miles today, and it felt pretty good. I have been researching a couple of races to do this year. I basically look for something different or atleast in a different place for me. I saw a "Spartan Race" that is pretty close to me in July, and a "Tough Mudder." Both look pretty interesting. We'll have to see how this year plays out.

Be active, no can do it for you....

winter wanderland

It snowed a little last night, maybe an inch or so. It was in the 30's and threatening to cool down some more in the next few days. I decided to run before the weather got too nasty. I am after all a bit fragile when it comes to cold and wind. I did about 2 1/2 or 3 miles at an easy pace. I found a race to think about. Its part of the Tough Mudder series. It looks fun and a bit hard core. The closest one around here is at the end of April. We'll just have to see how things go. In the mean time, we'll just keep on keepin on.

Be active, It is better to wear out than rust....

Winter fun

We went to Lewisburg today. It is where Bucknell University is. They were having a Winterfest, and we thought it would be a nice day trip. Also, there was  a Polar Plunge into the Susquehanna River and I wanted to do one, so it seemed like a good way to spend the day. The weather was in the 30's so it was a manageable plunge. Not too "polarbearish." They had some ice sculptures throughout town and Joann and I found a seat on an ice throne. Of course we found somewhere to grab a burger and a beer to round out the trip. It is just the kind of guy I am.

Be active, life is NOT a spectactor sport

50 and fit

It is February 1st and the temperature is in the low 50's. Excellent running weather for this time of year (or really any time of year). I went to Nay Aug Park and did a few laps. I ran on the trails because usually they are covered with snow at this time of year. There were a lot of people there. Some were walking, a few were running and I must have seen about 10 dogs walking their owners. It was nice to see so many active people. There is no reason that some of those that were walking today, can't be walking or running 6 monthes from now. We'll have to see how many stick it out.

Be active, be happy

School's open

East Stroudsburg University started back this week, and yesterday was my 1st day of actual class. I headed down early to get books, and do a few things. I found myself with some free time and opted to use the Rec Center. I like an eliptical trainer and seldom have a chance to use one. An eliptical is "No Impact" because your feet never come off the equiptment. A bike is also "No Impact." Walking is "Low Impact" and running is "High Impact."  The higher the impact level, the harder it is on your joints. There were a lot of people using the Rec Center when I was there but I am not easily intimitated. It is important to remember that you work out for yourself, not for others (well sometimes for others ALSO). You can't worry about how you look in comparison to everyone else around you. Do what you think you should be doing, or do what what you enjoy doing. The important thing is TO DO....

Be active, be happy

Snowy Day

Its winter here already. Well maybe it is usually snowy long before now, but I'm not a winter person, so in my opinion it could have held off a few more months, till spring anyway. I worked out indoors yesterday while it was snowing, but felt the need to hit the pavement today. The temperature was close to 30 or so, so I decided to go to NayAug park. I hadn't run there in a month or so and wasn't sure how they took care of the roads, but thought that it was worth a trip. The roads weren't too bad, but there were  a few slick spots. On my 1st lap around I encountered a few people walking dogs, one other runner and a "speed walker" that was probably going faster than I was, though luckily in the opposite direction. When I was on my last lap I had the roads to myself. However, there were a few families sledding . All in all, it was a nice run. 

Chill in the air

Yesterday the temperture was in the teens with a 12 MPH wind, today it was colder with a little less wind. I ran both days. I did not overly enjoy either run. After a mile or so it wasn't too bad, but I never like running in the cold wind. By the time I got back home after running for 3 or 4 miles in, I had a pretty good sweat going and my knee was fairly well loosened up. I did do a walk to cool down and was happy to get back indoors. Then a quick stretch and very welcoming hot shower. I did get a little heated up over the fact that as I passed Sharons Diner (on Washington Ave.) where the cops eat, the one that is owned by a relative of a fireman, two cops went by and the fact that someone was parked on the sidewalk, making it impossible to walk, let alone use a wheelchair, the cops did not even notice. I am pretty much pro-cop, but if they refuse to do their job, refuse to create revenue, then they deserve to lose their jobs. I'm not saying it's corruption. Maybe it is just being inept or lazy. But it definitly one of those three things. In the meantime no handicapped person could use the sidewalk. No child could walk. No woman could push a stroller.

January run

A cold day for a run. Well, relatively speaking. Not bad for a January, but cooler than it has been. During winter runs (even mild winters) I am always a bit chiiled at the outset, my knee being tight, then as I warm up, it begins to loosen up, and by the time I am done I have a fair sweat going.

The key is to keep moving. To keep doing something everyday, or atleast most days. You eat everyday, you lay around everyday, in my mind, you should exercise everyday (or atleast most days). Do something productive, move in some way that works your muscles and joints.

Be active, be happy

cold and windy

It was warmer today than it had been yesterday, but it was still pretty cold out. There was a head wind that smacked me in the face for about 1/2 of the 4 miles that I forced myself through today. The weather man said a high in the 30's, but you know how they lie. I could have ridden my bike today, but I wimped out and did that yesterday. So, sometimes you just gotta tell yourself: "nothing to it, but to do it..." Even if you don't actually beleive that, you just have to lace up your shoes, pull down your hat, and move.

Be active, be happy