Amidst The Hustle and Bustle ~ Week 7

Embarking into a new adventure this time of year is a challenge all of its own.  The demands presented by the job and the mandatory family commitments are unlike any other time, any other month, and yet I have chosen to and dedicated some time to start and fully complete an extreme conditioning program.

Last week was week 7 of P90X and like each week before it, it was intense and rewarding.  I continue to be pleased with the results I am seeing.

If you were to look around the P90X website, you would see before and after pictures of individuals that have made an incredible physical transformation, developing washboard-like abs and a beachbody physique.  Well, don't expect to see my picture there.

I would like to believe, however, that this incredible effort will pay off dividends on the pool, the bike and the run.  And if preliminary results are an indication, I am well on my way.

Source: http://www.triathlonat55.com/2010/12/amidst-hustle-and-bustle-week-7.html

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Goblin Valley 50K

Ashley White on her way to winning her age group. Photo: Goblin Valley Ultra My wife, Ashley,  and I ran the Goblin Valley 50K last weekend outside of Green River, Utah. The 50K course was shortened by about 5K due to mud at the usual turnaround. Ashley Arnold pulled out an exciting win in her [...]

Source: http://mountainrun.wordpress.com/2010/10/30/goblin-valley-50k/

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P90X ~ Week 1

I have now completed the first week, or 7 days of P90X training.  I guess the "hard" part is behind me, or so I'd like to think.
I am not a morning person, and anyone who knows me, knows that.  I have a difficult time getting up early for Master Swim, for long runs and for long bike rides.  I have always opted for late afternoon workouts,  but somehow I thought it would be easy to get up early for this.  I have been surprised, as has been my wife, that it has.
I have made it a point to jump out of bed as my wife's alarm clock goes off.  Sometimes it goes off at 4:20am, sometimes at 5am.
The first day I gathered all the necessary equipment; weights,push up bar, pull up bar, chair, towel, water, log and pen and off I went.  Followed the routine on the DVD to the letter.  It was time to work on Chest and Back.  I found out real quickly that pull ups were going to be an issue.  I had not done a pull up in probably 40 years.  I opted to use the chair as instructed.  This made it easier.  Not easy, just easier.
Push ups were not so bad.  I have been doing some for a while now.  Except for the second rotation.  Then they became a task.
At the end of the routine I started Ab Ripper X.  Now, this is what separates the "men" from the "boys" and I'm here to tell you, I'm still a "boy".  This will take work.
Day two I woke up sore.  In places I could not have imagined I would ever be sore.  But it was time for Plyometrics.  Designed to produce speed and power.  Okay, I need this, and I need this bad.
Day three:  Shoulders and Arms.  This required the use of weights for all but one routine.  I just knew I would be sore the next day, and I was not disappointed.  Finished the session with another Ab Ripper X.  Not much improvement here, yet.
Day four:  Yoga.  Oh, my!  Found out today how uncoordinated and unbalanced I really am.
Day five: Legs & Back.  I guess my legs are my strongest assets and today was not to bad.  Second day of back workout.  It felt good. Ab Ripper X concluded the session.  Maybe my imagination, but I see improvement.
Day Six (Sunday): Rest.  Since I started on Tuesday, this brought day six to a Sunday.  Sunday, for the most part in a day of rest.  Gotta give the body a chance to catch up.  Tomorrow I will start week 2.
For the most part I have been in pain all week.  Not the kind of pain that you would feel when you get hurt.  The kind of pain you feel when you push yourself.  I guess this is the "good" pain you always hear about.
I am excited to see what the future of P90X brings my way.
Until next time... Bring It!
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Source: http://www.triathlonat55.com/2010/10/p90x-week-1.html

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Asics GT 2160 Review

Asics GT 2160 Review Cheapest Retailer – Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk Asics Gt 2160 Technology The popular Asics GT line is back in its 2011 incarnation as the GT 2160. An advanced training shoe for mild to serious pronators, the GT 2160?s are perfect for anyone who requires a strong support shoe that still offers flexibility and durability as [...]

Source: http://www.runtheline.com/1232/asics-gt-2160-review

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Nike Air Pegasus 27 ID Running Shoe Review

Nike Air Pegasus 27 ID Running Shoe Review Cheapest Reailer – Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk When you?re out pounding the pavements this winter facing the elements the last thing you want is burning heels and inflamed feet. The Nike Air Pegasus 27 is the perfect neutrally cushioned shoe that offers great support and comfort with full length cushion [...]

Source: http://www.runtheline.com/1259/nike-air-pegasus-27-id-running-shoe-review

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