I run quite a bit every week. Usually 10k or a little more, depending on the weather. To do that you don't need much, but you do need a few things, especially in the heat here in Texas. Super light running shorts and shirts that wick moisture are a must have. You'll broil and get … Continue reading Dealing with Obsolete Gear
Category: Fitness
Getting Fit
It's been a good month working out. I've gotten more serious about weightlifting, adding more weight to each set. It's tough, but it's paying off. By the time I get to the garage to lift, it's hot AF out. 4-5PM is the hottest part of the day here, and that's when I have the time … Continue reading Getting Fit
There, but for the grace of God, go I
Miguel had a post that he termed a Ghost of his Health Past. That's not him, or me. But not too far from where I was: I keep that image to remind myself. I think I was approaching 300. This is me a few years ago: I've passed another sort of plateau. I've dropped ten … Continue reading There, but for the grace of God, go I
Getting Fit
I ran in my second 5K last weekend. It was supposed to be back in April, but I was traveling and it wound up being rained out. So they rescheduled it for this month. I got up early Saturday, and really didn't want to go. I've been fighting allergies for a few months, and it's … Continue reading Getting Fit
Getting Fit
It was tough getting back into it, after a week off traveling last month or so. But back to it I got. For the most part, it didn't take much to get back into the swing of things. But the last week or so my lungs are unhappy. Allergies and air quality are bad this … Continue reading Getting Fit
Riding the pain train
Last week I was up in Virginia galavanting around. So, very little exercise. This week I'm back at it. Monday was super painful. I had a decent bike ride, making sure to take it easy. But later on when it was time to hit the weights, I suffered. I was sore before I even finished. … Continue reading Riding the pain train
Getting Fit
I've been getting a lot of "Exercises for Old Men" videos in my YouTube feed, most with Kettle Bells. I was listening to a Rogan podcast the other day where he said those are his main type of workout. I don't have kettle bells. I have dumbbells. Kettle Bells are not inexpensive. Still, it seemed … Continue reading Getting Fit
Getting Fit
Well, Lent started and I'm following my goals. No caffeine was tough. Way harder than I thought it would be. Functionally, it was easy. I have water and juice on hand, and plenty of herbal teas. If I'm eating out I order water or club soda. No problemo. That said, from Wednesday to Sunday I … Continue reading Getting Fit
Getting Fit
Another month is gone. Another weigh in. I'm on a downward trend, losing three pounds. I'm within five pounds of what I'd say is my ideal weight. It's all diet. I've been more diligent about what I eat, being lighter on the starchy carbs. Since Thanksgiving, my run is a little over 5K. It's a … Continue reading Getting Fit
Getting Fit
I had a brace of doctor appointments in the last two weeks. Actually, those and a test. This is normal stuff for me. Being an older gentleman, I have an entourage of doctors that typically alternate on six month schedules. I see the endocrinologist and gut doctor in June/July. I see the cardiologist and the … Continue reading Getting Fit
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