Yes, Milemusings will be going on a winter break. Just like when I used to be in school. I figure since I do not have time to run/work out/think about working out, I really don't have anything to write about either. AND I have PLENTY of other stuff to do in prep for my move.
So Merry Christmas! And I will be returning on January 2nd!
Monday, December 17, 2007
Friday, December 14, 2007
Shame on Me
No running lately. So no writing lately.
It has just been super crazy with moving and everything so I have not gotten my workouts in. I haven't even gone to the gym. Pttt.
It will be so nice when we move into our apartment and we only have to go down one floor to use the gym. Not only is it convenient, but it will be a good way to work out stress AND get away from each other for awhile. (Don't get me wrong...I LOVE Bill, but I'm sure we will get on each others nerves in our tiny little place since we can't space out as much as we are used to).
For now I am not worrying about not working out. I am counting all of my moving activities as part of that. We all know that doesn't count, but I don't need to stress about anything now.
What I AM angry about is that I haven't gotten a SINGLE issue of Runner's World yet!!!
I subscribed in October!
I'm sure it will be delayed even further when I give them my new address. Grrrr.
It has just been super crazy with moving and everything so I have not gotten my workouts in. I haven't even gone to the gym. Pttt.
It will be so nice when we move into our apartment and we only have to go down one floor to use the gym. Not only is it convenient, but it will be a good way to work out stress AND get away from each other for awhile. (Don't get me wrong...I LOVE Bill, but I'm sure we will get on each others nerves in our tiny little place since we can't space out as much as we are used to).
For now I am not worrying about not working out. I am counting all of my moving activities as part of that. We all know that doesn't count, but I don't need to stress about anything now.
What I AM angry about is that I haven't gotten a SINGLE issue of Runner's World yet!!!
I subscribed in October!
I'm sure it will be delayed even further when I give them my new address. Grrrr.
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
December December
December is absolutely my worst work-out month. It is when I go into a running slump.
I think this is because I am not training for a marathon.
Bill actually asked me a few nights ago if I was planning on doing two marathons again this year or if I was just going to do one. I said definitely two, because training for marathons just does it for me (I guess it is kind of like an addiction) and the two months that I am not training for a marathon (December and June) I go crazy.
I guess I didn't really realize all this until I had to verbalize it (which makes me laugh), but it is true. So I am continuing to look for training programs in New York. I haven't found any specifically for marathon training but I have found some good running clubs/programs. There is, of course the New York Road Runners which really is more of a resource than anything else. But there is also the New York Flyers which only costs $25 to join. They have group runs from Central Park that are 6 miles long (one lap around the park), and during marathon training seasons they extend to two or three laps. They also do things like speedwork and trail running. They also have organized running classes with a coach on Tuesday nights (this costs $100 a year). As of now, the Flyers seems like my best bet, but I'm still looking! :)
I think this is because I am not training for a marathon.
Bill actually asked me a few nights ago if I was planning on doing two marathons again this year or if I was just going to do one. I said definitely two, because training for marathons just does it for me (I guess it is kind of like an addiction) and the two months that I am not training for a marathon (December and June) I go crazy.
I guess I didn't really realize all this until I had to verbalize it (which makes me laugh), but it is true. So I am continuing to look for training programs in New York. I haven't found any specifically for marathon training but I have found some good running clubs/programs. There is, of course the New York Road Runners which really is more of a resource than anything else. But there is also the New York Flyers which only costs $25 to join. They have group runs from Central Park that are 6 miles long (one lap around the park), and during marathon training seasons they extend to two or three laps. They also do things like speedwork and trail running. They also have organized running classes with a coach on Tuesday nights (this costs $100 a year). As of now, the Flyers seems like my best bet, but I'm still looking! :)
Friday, December 7, 2007
Home Again, Home Again
And yes, now that the "official email" has gone out to the company, I think it is safe to say that I will be relocating to New York City.
Hurrah!
Now comes the fun question...where will I do my marathon training? Because, yes, I will still be doing the Pig. And even though my new New York co-workers are much more of a good influence on me (they eat healthier AND work out a lot) I don't think that will be enough on those long Saturday runs. I just don't trust myself to rely on me alone.
I have done a little research, and even though we all know that everything is a gazillion times more expensive in New York, I still had a little sticker shock.
I guess I really didn't realize what a great deal the Roncker training programs are. The training program I found is $425 for 2 months. That includes the running group workouts which are twice a week. Nothing else. No little pep talks, no gear, no speakers coming in to talk to you about nutrition, etc.
The other program I found is free. It is a Nike Running group. It actually sounds really cool. You meet at Niketown (in midtown) check your bag, and meet the running group and instructors in Central Park for a 3, 5, or 7 mile run. They also have bagels, pastries, fruit and bottled water back at Niketown for after the run. This sounds right up my alley. Very cool. But, the sessions look like they start at 5:45 pm. That seems pretty early to me. Especially since New Yorkers are notorious workaholics. And I obviously will need to be logging more than 7 miles.
So I'm still looking.
My New York co-worker, Julie, swears there are tons of affordable programs out there. She was in one for a few months. But unfortunately, it disbanded. :(
The other good thing is that there is a gym AND weightroom in my apartment building. And it is FREE to residents.
So I guess I don't really have an excuse for not working out.
So if any of you for any reason know about some cool marathon training groups in New York City, that do not cost $425 for two months, let me know!!!
Hurrah!
Now comes the fun question...where will I do my marathon training? Because, yes, I will still be doing the Pig. And even though my new New York co-workers are much more of a good influence on me (they eat healthier AND work out a lot) I don't think that will be enough on those long Saturday runs. I just don't trust myself to rely on me alone.
I have done a little research, and even though we all know that everything is a gazillion times more expensive in New York, I still had a little sticker shock.
I guess I really didn't realize what a great deal the Roncker training programs are. The training program I found is $425 for 2 months. That includes the running group workouts which are twice a week. Nothing else. No little pep talks, no gear, no speakers coming in to talk to you about nutrition, etc.
The other program I found is free. It is a Nike Running group. It actually sounds really cool. You meet at Niketown (in midtown) check your bag, and meet the running group and instructors in Central Park for a 3, 5, or 7 mile run. They also have bagels, pastries, fruit and bottled water back at Niketown for after the run. This sounds right up my alley. Very cool. But, the sessions look like they start at 5:45 pm. That seems pretty early to me. Especially since New Yorkers are notorious workaholics. And I obviously will need to be logging more than 7 miles.
So I'm still looking.
My New York co-worker, Julie, swears there are tons of affordable programs out there. She was in one for a few months. But unfortunately, it disbanded. :(
The other good thing is that there is a gym AND weightroom in my apartment building. And it is FREE to residents.
So I guess I don't really have an excuse for not working out.
So if any of you for any reason know about some cool marathon training groups in New York City, that do not cost $425 for two months, let me know!!!
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Back in the Groove
Elliptical running is not the same, but hey, at least I am doing something right?
After Bill left last night I jumped on the elliptical for 4 miles. I don't know WHY it seems to take twice as long to do elliptical work than actual running. It is pretty annoying. But there is no way I could have run outside last night. Dodging traffic is one thing, dealing with the crazy wind is another. Apparantly winds are like at 50 mph or something crazy like that. All I brought are a pair of running tights and some long sleeved tech shirts. Brrr.
I do find it a lot easier to work out since I have a gym right in my building. It is so funny how just a 15 minute drive is such a barrier when it comes to going to the gym.
I am trying to think of practical running things to put on my Christmas list this year. I already asked for a big heavy jacket so I can brave the sub-zero temperatures (if they come). I also signed up for Runner's World (but STILL haven't gotten my first issue :( I know there was a cool website that had all kinds of running gear that I loved, but I guess I have to wait until I get home to remember it. I found them at the Chicago Expo and bought a shirt that said "Marathon Ho", which I find myself wearing all the time. :)
Tonight is weights and maybe biking. Tomorrow I am up at 5am for a long drive to Connecticut. Bleh.
After Bill left last night I jumped on the elliptical for 4 miles. I don't know WHY it seems to take twice as long to do elliptical work than actual running. It is pretty annoying. But there is no way I could have run outside last night. Dodging traffic is one thing, dealing with the crazy wind is another. Apparantly winds are like at 50 mph or something crazy like that. All I brought are a pair of running tights and some long sleeved tech shirts. Brrr.
I do find it a lot easier to work out since I have a gym right in my building. It is so funny how just a 15 minute drive is such a barrier when it comes to going to the gym.
I am trying to think of practical running things to put on my Christmas list this year. I already asked for a big heavy jacket so I can brave the sub-zero temperatures (if they come). I also signed up for Runner's World (but STILL haven't gotten my first issue :( I know there was a cool website that had all kinds of running gear that I loved, but I guess I have to wait until I get home to remember it. I found them at the Chicago Expo and bought a shirt that said "Marathon Ho", which I find myself wearing all the time. :)
Tonight is weights and maybe biking. Tomorrow I am up at 5am for a long drive to Connecticut. Bleh.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Lots of NYC Running
but mostly on a treadmill :(
It gets so dark so early here. And as we know, I am NOT a morning runner. Therefore, I have been spending a lot of time in the gym.
The good news is, that I have been working out every day. AND I am staying at a really nice hotel that has a cardio theatre and a weight room AND earbuds and apples and a lot of other ammenities at the gym that make me want to work out. I am also staying at a very busy part of the city, which would make it difficult to run outside anyway. I would spend most of my time waiting to cross the street. I am just happy to stay physically fit at this point. And I'm realizing how I have to start training for the Pig VERY soon.
This doesn't scare me as much as jump starting my training for Chicago did. But that is probably because I took a verrrry long break after the Pig and went into a running depression. Now, since I have actually been training I think it will be easier.
I must admit, I did take the weekend off from working out.
Bill was up here to visit too, so we totally pigged out on really bad-for-you New York food. So that means an hour in the gym tonight. Back to reality :)
It gets so dark so early here. And as we know, I am NOT a morning runner. Therefore, I have been spending a lot of time in the gym.
The good news is, that I have been working out every day. AND I am staying at a really nice hotel that has a cardio theatre and a weight room AND earbuds and apples and a lot of other ammenities at the gym that make me want to work out. I am also staying at a very busy part of the city, which would make it difficult to run outside anyway. I would spend most of my time waiting to cross the street. I am just happy to stay physically fit at this point. And I'm realizing how I have to start training for the Pig VERY soon.
This doesn't scare me as much as jump starting my training for Chicago did. But that is probably because I took a verrrry long break after the Pig and went into a running depression. Now, since I have actually been training I think it will be easier.
I must admit, I did take the weekend off from working out.
Bill was up here to visit too, so we totally pigged out on really bad-for-you New York food. So that means an hour in the gym tonight. Back to reality :)
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