5K Blog: Workout 6

Schedule: Interval Training (1 min run/4 min walk 20 min)

Results: Completed workout.

Other: I didn't keep track of distance nor time. Jogged in place during one interval when I was waiting for the Oregon St. Bridge to come down.

I was a little nervous starting out as my left hamstring almost seems pulled. After a good stretching and some "Icy Hot" I was able to run. I also hauled the most stuff in my backpack since I started running. (I'm guessing about 10 lbs of stuff.)

The heat didn't bother me until I stopped. However, after about 15 min I was feeling pretty good. The 4 min walking seemed too long of a rest interval until the last one when I was gasping a bit.

5K Blog: Workout 5 (A Walkabout)

Although I was supposed to do this workout yesterday and have today be a rest period, I decided to walk today. The schedule was for 15-30 minutes. I walked 1 mile which would last at least 15 minutes.

I did do a brisk walk but at this point, doing a walk is simply a reminder to the muscles that they need to work.

Anywho, tune in tomorrow where I run for 1 minute and walk for four for ½ hour. You should be able to hear the panting from where ever you are.

5K Blog: Workout 4 (What The Hell Did I Get Myself Into!?!?)

Scheduled: 45 second run/ 2:15 walk for 2 miles

Results: Workout Complete
Time: 29:59
Avg Speed: 4.0 mph

Other: I was pretty dissapointed with this workout until I thought about the following:

1. I am up to running for 45 seconds at a crack. Three months ago, I wouldn't have been able to do that once in one day much less multiple times.

2. The length of the workout increased by a half mile. The speed will come. It's endurance we're worried about and that can only be done by increasing length/duration with respect to intensity of the workout. I assure you, this one was intense. I truly needed those rest periods to catch my breath. Any faster during the walking and I would have collapsed.

3. I'm trying to undo a life time's worth of abuse. That takes time.

4. I ran into a stiff wind the first half of the run/walk.

5. I had more elevation change. I crossed over the Oregon St Bridge twice.

My lungs didn't feel quite as on fire as the last time.

My hamstrings and qudriceps were a bit tight despite stretching them well.

Stomach is still tight from the cross training.

My calf muscles haven't even flinched the entire time so far.

5K Blog: Workout 3 (The Lungs Strike Back)

Scheduled: 1.6 miles of (30 sec run 2:30 walk)
Results: Workout complete.
Time: 23:40
Avg Speed: 4.1 mph

Other: The chest hurt for this workout and it's not the heart. The old lungs are acting like someone performed "The Bloody Albatross" on us. Still, increasing my speed by a half mph is nothing to sneeze at. Also, I truly am looking forward to the rest day. I need it!

Workout completed on 6-14-12

5K Blog: Workout 2 (Enter The Cross Training)

Schedule: Cross Train ([5 push ups, 15 sit ups, 15 squats, 10 jumping jacks] * 3 circuits)

Results: Completed workout. However, the push ups after the first circuit were not whole. Took my time. Doing the sit ups. Squats and jacks done with minimal difficulty. Worked up a sweat and lungs felt it.

Other: As though I needed evidence for how completely out of shape I am in, this workout is ample evidence. I literally felt as worthless as tits on a bull. I just remind myself this is only the second step in a LOOOONG process.

Also to note: quadriceps and hamstring were tight today but not sore. Will probably feel the squats later.

Workout completed on 6-13-12

5K Blog: Workout 1 (It Begins!)

Schedule: Run 20 sec Walk 2 min 40 sec for 1.5 miles Stats: Workout complete
1.6 Miles 26:41
Avg Speed: 3.60 mph

Other: My right knee felt fine the brace did its job. A little dissapointed by the mph as I was shooting for 4. I might have been dogging it a bit on the walking periods. Muscles felt fine. Heart felt strong. The lungs were getting the workout. That's what I get for abusing them for almost 20 years.

*Addendum* Legs are starting to feel it a little bit 2 hrs after workout.

Workout completed on 6-12-12

How I Do Twitter (FYI For All Followers of @wizardoftodd)

To all old and new followers, here's some things you should know about how I roll on Twitter:

1. @wizardoftodd deals with anything I may be interested in. You will probably find the topics I tweet about most are: Atheism, Anti-Theism, First Ammendment issues, some Second Ammendment issues, LGBTQ rights and (on occasion) science and math education.

This does not mean I exclusively tweet about those subjects. However, those are the ones you are most likely to see.

2. I DO NOT do any of the #teamfollowback nonsense. I assume you are following me because you find my tweets interesting.

That does not mean I won't follow you back. If you want me to follow you, you might want to strike up a conversation with me. That's the best way to get me to follow you.

3. I usually do not follow people I have had a conversation with right away. I usually do follows when I do my #ff list on Fridays. I use "Follow Friday Helper" and set it to all activity. The only ones I don't seem to be able to follow are the ones who did the one button retweet of myself and vice versa. I must confess, I am too lazy to go through my entire #ff list (which can be long) and make sure I am following everyone on it.

4. If I shout you out on my #ff list and you find I am not following you, feel free to ask for a follow. Just say you were on my list and I will follow you.

5. Spammers are reported to Twitter after I check the alleged spammer's profile. If your account does not match the profile of a spam account, I will ask you to change your password.

6. I use the following words: shit, piss, fuck, mother-fucker, pussy, snatch, dick, cock, tits, ass, ass hole, damn, god damn, god damn mother-fucker, dildo, vibrator, three-fingered wonder-weasel, sybian, cum, squirting, red wings etc. If any of these words insult you, you know where the unfollow button is. 

7. I reserve the right to post links to pictures of my grand children, parents, sibblings, nieces, nephews and pets.

8. I enjoy debates and am quite willing to engage in them. I debate how I am debated against. Do note, my best friend once said I "Thrive on conflict". Take that as you will.

9. I reserve the right to unfollow you at a moments notice without any warning. If you decide to unfollow me, just hit the unfollow button. Anyone making an announcement about it will have their tweet re-tweeted and I will block their account.

10. Threats will be reported to the proper authorities.

11. I'm really not as much of a dick on Twitter as this blog post would make it appear. ;-)