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I agree - I much prefer the dry.  I guess it's a matter of what you're used to!

I did run at the lake last night and it was totally fine.  Some crazy wind, which actually felt good since it was 88 and humid (hot for us!).   After our run, we stood right by the beach to catch the best breeze to cool off.  Although at one point we were hit with a blast of sand   Oh well.

Brooke - sounds great!  Fingers crossed for you...

Janet - I hope your kids are okay.  Hopefully they will listen to their bodies and not push it too hard.  That sounds really icky

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Sounds fun, Steve   Hope you had a good father's day!

Hi guys.  I often hear about PT and that it's hard to keep up with.  I wonder what can be done to motivate folks to keep it up.  We are all human, and just "knowing" that it's useful is so often not enough   I struggled with plantar fasciitis for almost a year and credit the few exercises I was given by my ART guy so curing it.  But do I continue the stretching now, since I don't have the pain.  Hardly   Although I do a tiny bit every day now out of habit.  Fortunately I can do the stretch while I am driving, so I do. 

I would suggest putting the PT time on your training plan, like a planned workout.  Don't let it get you down, Steve!  Good luck with your next appointment.

Janet - the 5k sounds fun!  A little race is always a good motivator.  I've never done track work, but i am curious.  The few speed sorts of workouts I do I can manage on the trail but I do them by time.  I tried doing distance workouts, but had to stare at the Garmin the whole time   Too hard.   Sounds like your daughter is being a typical teenager?  Just remember how fun it will be to have her as a friend in 10 years or so

That's it - I'm moving to Washington!  Actually, I have always been interested in Oregon, Washington and even N California.  I need to live in a temperate climate  

Timed swims always get me in the first lap or two because I go out too fast, so try to relax.  And have fun

Good job all around!  You're funny   I sometimes look longingly at the elliptical when I'm slogging on the treadmill.    I used to get some good workouts on that thing before I started running.  Keep it up!

smartstrongsexy - 2010-06-24 1:09 PM just checking back in after an encouraing workout.  did 2.5 miles on the elliptical today and lunch and it went great.  felt like a good workout, but didn't violate any of my doctor's orders (nothing that makes me fatigued or short of breath). 

not sure why (other than self pity) I didn't try the elliptical sooner.

had my first iron infusion/b12 shot yesterday.  it knocked me out (due to the benadryl they have to give you to prevent an allergic reaction.)  learned yesterday that contrary to popular belief (by me) i'm one tough b*tch!  getting poked over and over hurt like a mo fo but i took it like a champ

Sounds like a strong swim, Dee!  I can't remember - did you decide whether you will sign up for the july 4th tri?  I think you can do it...

I rode my bike into work today and had a commuting "PR."  I know that's silly to care about, but this is a rough ride - pretty much uphill - and I rarely feel very strong in the morning.  So I was really happy to arrive at work after a good solid ride.  I rode home yesterday so my car was in the lot and I will drive home.  I like having a free evening

Anyone have plans for the weekend?  I have my last long ride/run on Sunday.  Can't wait to be done with that.  Training for the HIM has killed a lot of my desire to ride my bike.  WHich is really sad, considering I'm BikerGrrrl

Dee - great job on the swim!

I've kept up with most of my training this week - a little short on the bike, but I'm hoping to make that up on the weekend.  I think I'm going to go join a group from the LRS on their Saturday morning run tomorrow.  They do a 10 mile run (basically out and back) but I'll turn around early since I'll only be doing about 6-7.  I'm familiar with the route they run - mostly shaded running path, some roads.  Hopefully I can find someone to run with for at least part of the time. 

I had a nice bike ride last night.  Just kept it simple and easy - rode through a couple of nearby neighborhoods so didn't have to deal with a lot of traffic that way.  I felt a lot more comfortable riding there than I usually do out on the busier roads. 

I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Preparing for a commute is the WORST.   What I like to do now is split it, because I can leave my car at work.  This means I don't have to haul anything on my body other than wallet and keys, most importantly no lock because I can store my bike in the car.  It's a college campus with security, so I feel okay with the idea.  But if I did both ways in a single day, I try to bring my clothes and food the day before.   Also, I have to get everything else ready (tires pumped, water bottle ready, clothes out, small bag packed including HUGE lock) the night before.

On the other hand, it's really easy to get out the door.  I don't do anything other than brush my teeth and go.  No decision about what to wear, etc.  That's usually my biggest time waster.   I also can shower and get ready at a nearby gym and it's much faster than at home - no distractions.    By the time I get to work it's the same amount of time commuting and shower, etc, but I've got my workout done!

Basically, I always dread it but am really happy I did it when I arrive.