This is the best video I have seen to show how to run barefoot. When I run in my sandals, or practice running barefoot at home, I try to remember all the tips he gives.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Friday, July 30, 2010
Are You Serious? 5 Whole Minutes?
Actually that sounds pretty darn awesome if you ask me. When I first joined Club Sport I had a personal trainer for 2 weeks. It was actually pretty cool since I never had one before.
He was the first person to teach me the plank. I was in alright shape at the the time so the plank wasn't difficult for me and he was actually impressed how easy I held the position.
But now that I'm out of shape, I really feel it. 30sec is all I can do. But since my problem area is my mid-section, then I need to focus on it. Anyone else up for trying to hold a 5min plank? Steps 17 and 18 I have done in the past and it actually feels pretty good.
He was the first person to teach me the plank. I was in alright shape at the the time so the plank wasn't difficult for me and he was actually impressed how easy I held the position.
But now that I'm out of shape, I really feel it. 30sec is all I can do. But since my problem area is my mid-section, then I need to focus on it. Anyone else up for trying to hold a 5min plank? Steps 17 and 18 I have done in the past and it actually feels pretty good.
Need A Tax Write-Off?
Then sponsor me in MAKING STRIDES Against Breast Cancer.
Many of you know someone who has, or is, battling with breast cancer. Or any form of cancer. It's surrounding you and me. I have relatives who have both survived and lost the battle with this disease.
If everyone I knew just donated $5, and everyone they knew donated $5, and so forth......it all adds up. Help me fight it!
One of the reasons why I started running was to get in shape. I have a better chance of not getting cancer if I ate right, and got in shape. Every little bit helps.
Many of you know someone who has, or is, battling with breast cancer. Or any form of cancer. It's surrounding you and me. I have relatives who have both survived and lost the battle with this disease.
If everyone I knew just donated $5, and everyone they knew donated $5, and so forth......it all adds up. Help me fight it!
One of the reasons why I started running was to get in shape. I have a better chance of not getting cancer if I ate right, and got in shape. Every little bit helps.
Week Four - Day Three (weigh in)
I completed week4. I slowed down the pace so I wouldn't tire out too fast. I think it worked. During the last minute I was able to pump up the speed. Now I know that I could do it.
Used my new water shoes today. Hmm, they were a bit too big so I had to grab a pair of socks. I definitely feel the ground more with them. I worked on my form by telling myself to "lift, lift, lift". Made sure that my arms were swinging straight, front to back instead of wailing around all over the place. Shoulders were loose and I kept facing straight. I'm getting there.
After each run I am tired. I stretch and stretch and sip my water. I feel a bit of soreness on the inner area below the calf of my left leg. It's not bad though. Just kinda tells me that I worked it. But other than that, I feel fine. So fine that I just want to run 2hrs later. I just want to practice and get better. But work gets in the way. Oh well.
I did weigh myself this morning. I figured I'd do it every Friday. I lost a pound. Again, the numbers don't really matter to me. I just do it because I'm curious. I am curious what week5 will bring, but I won't look. I want it to be a surprise.
Have an awesome weekend!
Used my new water shoes today. Hmm, they were a bit too big so I had to grab a pair of socks. I definitely feel the ground more with them. I worked on my form by telling myself to "lift, lift, lift". Made sure that my arms were swinging straight, front to back instead of wailing around all over the place. Shoulders were loose and I kept facing straight. I'm getting there.
After each run I am tired. I stretch and stretch and sip my water. I feel a bit of soreness on the inner area below the calf of my left leg. It's not bad though. Just kinda tells me that I worked it. But other than that, I feel fine. So fine that I just want to run 2hrs later. I just want to practice and get better. But work gets in the way. Oh well.
I did weigh myself this morning. I figured I'd do it every Friday. I lost a pound. Again, the numbers don't really matter to me. I just do it because I'm curious. I am curious what week5 will bring, but I won't look. I want it to be a surprise.
Have an awesome weekend!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Methods of Running
I'm a newbie to this running thing. This exercise which I used to loathe. I often watch youtube videos and read blogs on form, how to build endurance, what types of shoes to wear, etc.
Interestingly enough that I came across The Pose Method. And just today, Christopher McDougall blogged about it.
I may just give it a try. What could it hurt?
Interestingly enough that I came across The Pose Method. And just today, Christopher McDougall blogged about it.
I may just give it a try. What could it hurt?
Eat & Read
This is what I have planned for today other than work. Don't forget to exercise your brain also. Read a book, play a crossword puzzle. Or play Words With Friends with me! Username: melygreen
What are your plans?
BTW, the organic soy milk from Costco is a great deal. I believe it comes out to about $1 each.
What are your plans?
BTW, the organic soy milk from Costco is a great deal. I believe it comes out to about $1 each.
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