I said this on ML the other day, but I'm muscling through my avoidance of office food - leftover Valentine's candy, lunch time cookouts with kettle cooked chips and GF cookies, etc. I reached the point of "fuck this" with my post marathon fluff and so I'm trying to get my shit together and get back to where I feel comfortable. Sea salt caramels are really not helping.
Every time I use the assault runner at the gym, someone comes up to me and tells me how much they hate the assault runner. And I'm hauling ass like "WHEEEEEEE this is the most amazing toy evaaaahhhh"
Post by reginaphalange72 on Feb 20, 2018 10:20:41 GMT -5
I keep hearing about this assault runner and finally went off to google. It looks cool! Also, that's really weird that people would go out of their way to tell you they hate the equipment you're on. Why, people???
I just found out I didn't get the postdoc I interviewed for solely because of the location. It was supposed to be based in DC with some time here, but FI's job is here, and I told them upfront that I would need to be based here and am happy to travel as much as needed. But logistically that was tough. Bummer. I was trying not to get my hopes up, but I'm still bummed out today. Fortunately I have another interview for a full time research position (better situation than a postdoc anyway) on Thursday, so fingers crossed on that one.
This is my crazy crunch week for dissertation finishing, which has become crazy with the last minute addition of this interview (and traveling and prepping for it), but I think I can still get it done alright. I built plenty of buffer into my schedule for this exact reason.
I'm a one trick pony right now. It will be better after April 4th.
I keep hearing about this assault runner and finally went off to google. It looks cool! Also, that's really weird that people would go out of their way to tell you they hate the equipment you're on. Why, people???
It's really cool - way more natural feeling than a treadmill. Also, my coach Mitch has been using it for HIIT instead of a bike and I enjoy it a lot more, plus it's applicable to my actual sport. I think in my case, CFers just generally hate running lol. Mitch bought the thing for two athletes who are regionals hopefuls and then he texted me all excited because I would probably be the only one who actually enjoyed it!
I would like to try one of those wambam. I think the owner said he was getting two of them when they open the new box they are working on. I'm one of the rare people at my box who like running.
My city SHUTS DOWN if we get more than an inch of snow. Currently the snow is falling, it's supposed to continue all day, and none of the schools are closing. Last year, we were the only district that closed early when snow was in the forecast (we ended up getting like 11") and there were kids in other districts stuck at school or on the bus until 10 PM. I reeeeally don't want to get stuck at work tonight!
Post by Wines Not Whines on Feb 20, 2018 11:55:40 GMT -5
It's gorgeous here today and tomorrow. 75-80 degrees. I snuck out of my office to go for a walk.
H&F related: My PT recommends that I should change some things about my running form. He videotaped me, and after watching it, I agree with him. It's so hard to make these changes though. It's going to be a long process. I'm hoping to improve my form before summer marathon training starts, because it should reduce my risk of injuries.
It was 60 degrees at 5:30 this morning- I sweat my butt off during my run! I'm skipping tomorrow's spin class to run in the 60 degree weather before it goes back into the 30s tomorrow night. Crazy mother nature.
It's 60 here today but pouring rain + possible flooding since the ground is still frozen. I was hoping to get a walk outside today, but it isn't going to happen.
I need to seriously work on my mobility (especially my hips) but I don't have any idea where to start. I went to physical therapy and that didn't help. Stretching hurts and I don't stick with it long enough to see any results.
I miss the days when I had self-control and shit. Like, I used to train diligently, now I find any excuse to not. I used to eat so well, now I just had a Reese's and a blueberry muffin. I'll go home and eat chips and hummus and then girl scout cookies. It's like I *care*, I just don't care enough to do anything.
I've been trying to find my self-control since the holidays. I had it for like a week and I've slowly slid back into indulging in all the sugary goodness of my office.
I'm taking it one day at a time. Like a true addict. No peanut M&Ms today will be a good day.
I miss the days when I had self-control and shit. Like, I used to train diligently, now I find any excuse to not. I used to eat so well, now I just had a Reese's and a blueberry muffin. I'll go home and eat chips and hummus and then girl scout cookies. It's like I *care*, I just don't care enough to do anything.
You are not alone.
I could have written this post, but substitute Swedish fish and beer/wine for Girl Scout cookies. And that's only because mine don't arrive until March :-\ thanks DH for gifting me with the family size bags of Swedish fish and Sour Patch kids for Valentine's Day....
Post by wineandcheese on Feb 20, 2018 15:15:41 GMT -5
I’m thinking of rejoining the gym. I quit since I have a treadmill and some weight equipment at home and it would save us some money a month but I became bored months ago and find excuses to no workout. I’m hoping maybe a chance at different equipment with motivate me more to workout. I’m giving myself until Friday to make a final decision but the pros are outweighingthe cons currently.
Post by irene adler on Feb 20, 2018 15:28:07 GMT -5
At my 10 mile race this weekend, there were only 32 participants. Every single person who ran the race EXCEPT for the bottom 5 in my AG placed (ie, the women 35-39 AG had 8 participants, vs. a max of 3 in all others.) . My respectable 10:38 pace came in a mere 7 from the end.
I find this fascinating, which is dumb, because a good portion of this board falls into this general demographic.
I miss the days when I had self-control and shit. Like, I used to train diligently, now I find any excuse to not. I used to eat so well, now I just had a Reese's and a blueberry muffin. I'll go home and eat chips and hummus and then girl scout cookies. It's like I *care*, I just don't care enough to do anything.
You are not alone.
I could have written this post, but substitute Swedish fish and beer/wine for Girl Scout cookies. And that's only because mine don't arrive until March :-\ thanks DH for gifting me with the family size bags of Swedish fish and Sour Patch kids for Valentine's Day....
I miss the days when I had self-control and shit. Like, I used to train diligently, now I find any excuse to not. I used to eat so well, now I just had a Reese's and a blueberry muffin. I'll go home and eat chips and hummus and then girl scout cookies. It's like I *care*, I just don't care enough to do anything.
Update: I successfully avoided GF peanut butter cookies, sea salt caramels, and a tin full of Hershey's kisses. Someone high five me lol.
But they will still be there tomorrow
This is literally me, but I'm 24 hours ahead of you. I went to a new coffee place that opened up near my house, and I really wanted someone to appreciate my self-control in not buying one of the delicious-looking brownies. But I just went to a different coffee place and had a piece of cake because all day long I've just really wanted sweets so bad (PMS won the will-power battle today). I'm sending you "stay strong" vibes for tomorrow.
Also, my quads are SO SORE right now. I just got back from 2 weeks of vacation, and it's like I'm starting CF all over again.
I miss the days when I had self-control and shit. Like, I used to train diligently, now I find any excuse to not. I used to eat so well, now I just had a Reese's and a blueberry muffin. I'll go home and eat chips and hummus and then girl scout cookies. It's like I *care*, I just don't care enough to do anything.
Yes pretty much this. I was just telling someone earlier that i used to *enjoy* waking up at the crack of dawn to run every day. Now...no. not happening. I miss the motivation. I dont know where it went.
I miss the days when I had self-control and shit. Like, I used to train diligently, now I find any excuse to not. I used to eat so well, now I just had a Reese's and a blueberry muffin. I'll go home and eat chips and hummus and then girl scout cookies. It's like I *care*, I just don't care enough to do anything.
Post by CallingAllAngels on Feb 21, 2018 15:13:56 GMT -5
I went to swim for the first time in about a month. When I opened up my locker, my goggles and cap weren't there. I freaked out thinking that I was going to have to skip my swim for like the millionth time in a row because I am a dumbass. Then I had the brilliant idea to check the showers. So, apparently I left my cap and goggles in the shower a month ago and they were still there. Doh. But, bright side, I got to swim!
I went to swim for the first time in about a month. When I opened up my locker, my goggles and cap weren't there. I freaked out thinking that I was going to have to skip my swim for like the millionth time in a row because I am a dumbass. Then I had the brilliant idea to check the showers. So, apparently I left my cap and goggles in the shower a month ago and they were still there. Doh. But, bright side, I got to swim!
Wow! I've done that before, and my stuff was long gone the next day.
I went to swim for the first time in about a month. When I opened up my locker, my goggles and cap weren't there. I freaked out thinking that I was going to have to skip my swim for like the millionth time in a row because I am a dumbass. Then I had the brilliant idea to check the showers. So, apparently I left my cap and goggles in the shower a month ago and they were still there. Doh. But, bright side, I got to swim!
I can't help but be a little grossed out that the cleaning crew from your gym didn't remove them in a month. Like, what else are they ignoring?
I haven't been to the pool recently and I need to get on it. But I don't wanna - it's so freaking cold in the mornings and I don't want to swim outside in this weather. Waaaaaa.
I went to swim for the first time in about a month. When I opened up my locker, my goggles and cap weren't there. I freaked out thinking that I was going to have to skip my swim for like the millionth time in a row because I am a dumbass. Then I had the brilliant idea to check the showers. So, apparently I left my cap and goggles in the shower a month ago and they were still there. Doh. But, bright side, I got to swim!
I can't help but be a little grossed out that the cleaning crew from your gym didn't remove them in a month. Like, what else are they ignoring?
I haven't been to the pool recently and I need to get on it. But I don't wanna - it's so freaking cold in the mornings and I don't want to swim outside in this weather. Waaaaaa.
This did cross my mind and I have chosen not to think too hard about it. I will say that the locker room always looks very clean, and my stuff was on a shelf, so it's not like they were stopping the entire shower from getting cleaned.
I've reached the "oh shit, I'm not sure I can actually do this" stage of training for my first marathon. 18 miles this weekend. step back. then 20. Then taper. then race. And even with absolutely zero pace goals and no danger of getting swept - I'm SCARED. Like...that's a lot of miles. it's gonna hurt. I'm going to have to keep going even when it hurts. *breathes into a paper bag* I can do this. I can do this.
this not helped by the fact that my mama tweaked her calf and is pretty likely out of the race. So a race where I thought I'd be chatting away the miles is going to be...solo. In the woods, so like, totally solo. ZERO crowd support. less than 200 total racers between the marathon and ultra. It's a lollipop course and the ultra runners do it twice with an hour headstart, so I should see SOME other people out there, particularly on the out and back section. But still. It's gonna get lonely.
Hey...anybody want to run a slow trail marathon at the end of march by chance? it's a cheap entry!
I'll just keep reminding myself that my sister is doing it twice and stop feeling sorry for myself. She did consider dropping down to the marathon with me, but I told her that if she did that for my sake I'd be mad. So she's sticking with the race she's training for.
My random: my 5K PR the was this past Nov at just over 26 which is unheard of as my previous was 28.
This weekend I did a race and it was super hilly, and I forgot to turn off my watch at the end for a few seconds, so when my watch said 26:00 I thought for sure I was in the 25s and I PRd.
Nope, when we got our times it was 26 and change.
Come to find out the chips didnt start when I crossed start, timing began for everyone at the same time so I def PR'd but it's not documented anywhere. Womp womp