I watched "Food, Inc." last night. It's frightening to know how much control the food industry has over us and what we eat. It's further evidence that our congressmen look out for themselves and big business long before they worry about the welfare of the American public.
Do you care? Watch the movie. Read this: http://www.honestmeat.com/honest_meat/2010/09/so-you-say-you-want-a-food-revolution.html
Frankly, I think most people are indifferent. They just want their burger & fries.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Marathon Training - Cool Weather At Last
What a difference a few degrees makes. Well, a few degrees, clouds, & a breeze. My hands are cold sensitive so I work a pair of socks to keep them warm. Perfect running weather! (for me). I got it done before the rain came. Cold rain is no fun to run in. I'm so fussy!
I seized the moment and ran pretty hard. Tired as I was when I finished, it was a great run. I needed some extra stretching but I feel pretty darn good now. I think my short nap this afternoon helped (too cold and wet for golf).
I couldn't find it online, but the new Time magazine had a brief but interesting tidbit in the 'Briefing' section on the value of eating a variety of vegetables entitled Eat Veggies, Fight Cancer?. It seems variety not volume is more important in fighting cancer. Suits me perfectly. It's what we do at my house.
I seized the moment and ran pretty hard. Tired as I was when I finished, it was a great run. I needed some extra stretching but I feel pretty darn good now. I think my short nap this afternoon helped (too cold and wet for golf).
I couldn't find it online, but the new Time magazine had a brief but interesting tidbit in the 'Briefing' section on the value of eating a variety of vegetables entitled Eat Veggies, Fight Cancer?. It seems variety not volume is more important in fighting cancer. Suits me perfectly. It's what we do at my house.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Training Resistance
Wednesdays are resistance training days for me. Occasionally, for some reason, I am less than enthusiastic. I don't mean just tired. That often happens since I workout early in the morning. Working out wakes me up and I feel better as move through my routines.
There is some additional stress in my life due to some family health issues that I won't go into except to say it wears me out. I'm thinking that's why my enthusiasm for exercise was low this morning. I had training resistance. It would have been easy to skip the whole thing. Of course I'd be feeling guilty right now!
This isn't true for running or biking. Running is easy for me at these times. I can think and work things out while I run . It's kind of a place of refuge. But resistance training is very intensive and requires the right attitude.
It took me a while to get going but I coped by slowing my pace and spending more time on warm ups and light stretching. It would have been nice to have a training partner today to push me through it all. A tough day but I finished.
It's easy to find excuses. It's better to find a way to get it done. Especially when it's hard. I'm glad I didn't skip. Persistence. Persistence.
Running day tomorrow. I hope the weather holds.
There is some additional stress in my life due to some family health issues that I won't go into except to say it wears me out. I'm thinking that's why my enthusiasm for exercise was low this morning. I had training resistance. It would have been easy to skip the whole thing. Of course I'd be feeling guilty right now!
This isn't true for running or biking. Running is easy for me at these times. I can think and work things out while I run . It's kind of a place of refuge. But resistance training is very intensive and requires the right attitude.
It took me a while to get going but I coped by slowing my pace and spending more time on warm ups and light stretching. It would have been nice to have a training partner today to push me through it all. A tough day but I finished.
It's easy to find excuses. It's better to find a way to get it done. Especially when it's hard. I'm glad I didn't skip. Persistence. Persistence.
Running day tomorrow. I hope the weather holds.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Marathon Training - Rest Reward
I really like to go for my long run on Sunday. It's a quieter day for traffic and my Sunday frame of mind is more relaxed. That said, going long on Saturday had its benefits too. I ran my 20 miler on Saturday because I was concerned about possible weather issues. I had run in the rain a couple of weeks before and I was not eager to do it again.
My plan was to go for bike ride on Sunday. However, while it didn't rain, it was quite windy. Wind and bicycles do not a good partnership make. Golf, too, is less fun in the wind. I decided to 'work' rather than exercise. It would be a nice gesture for my bride as well (never a bad thing). I washed the kitchen floor and cleaned the refrigerator and freezer. It was a good project but I prefer running! Then, we went 'tombstone finding' for people doing genealogical research. I had a busy day, mostly fun, but didn't really exercise. (sorry, but housework is work but doesn't qualify as exercise!)
My "rest day" was rewarding. I had a great workout on Monday even though I had to split it up in order to participate in my Monday morning golf group. Today, though, was the big payoff. My morning 12 miler was was much easier than usual. I ran hard a fast and it felt good. Can it be that my 'old' body needs more rest time? I think so. I'll stick to 3 days a week (each) for running & for resistance training. Thank you very much!! :) AND I think the 7th day will be an easy day. Rest is when we rebuild. It takes more time when your my age.
My plan was to go for bike ride on Sunday. However, while it didn't rain, it was quite windy. Wind and bicycles do not a good partnership make. Golf, too, is less fun in the wind. I decided to 'work' rather than exercise. It would be a nice gesture for my bride as well (never a bad thing). I washed the kitchen floor and cleaned the refrigerator and freezer. It was a good project but I prefer running! Then, we went 'tombstone finding' for people doing genealogical research. I had a busy day, mostly fun, but didn't really exercise. (sorry, but housework is work but doesn't qualify as exercise!)
My "rest day" was rewarding. I had a great workout on Monday even though I had to split it up in order to participate in my Monday morning golf group. Today, though, was the big payoff. My morning 12 miler was was much easier than usual. I ran hard a fast and it felt good. Can it be that my 'old' body needs more rest time? I think so. I'll stick to 3 days a week (each) for running & for resistance training. Thank you very much!! :) AND I think the 7th day will be an easy day. Rest is when we rebuild. It takes more time when your my age.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Marathon Training - It's Paying Off!
My rest day (Thursday) helped but most of all my training is paying dividends. I think the rest day was especially helpful with yesterday's workout. I felt very rested and strong which led to an excellent workout. I love that pump!
Today was the real bonus. Although I got a bit of a late start, the temperature was nice and so was the breeze. I ran 20.2 miles and felt pretty good right to the end. Tired? Yes, a bit, but not terribly. This is a real confidence booster. There is always that lingering doubt about being able to finish 26.2 miles. It's real. A lot can go wrong just during training. I have 4 weeks to go. I'll run one more 20 miler. Things are looking good as I head into the home stretch. I've also committed to running half of a marathon relay a week before the big race. I hope I haven't made a tactical error but a friend in need and all that. I'll have be careful not to push too hard so I can recover in time for the following weekend. The anticipation is building!
Today was the real bonus. Although I got a bit of a late start, the temperature was nice and so was the breeze. I ran 20.2 miles and felt pretty good right to the end. Tired? Yes, a bit, but not terribly. This is a real confidence booster. There is always that lingering doubt about being able to finish 26.2 miles. It's real. A lot can go wrong just during training. I have 4 weeks to go. I'll run one more 20 miler. Things are looking good as I head into the home stretch. I've also committed to running half of a marathon relay a week before the big race. I hope I haven't made a tactical error but a friend in need and all that. I'll have be careful not to push too hard so I can recover in time for the following weekend. The anticipation is building!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Life in Vermont
Okay, I took a day off. No exercise!! Not because I was tired but opportunity was great. Two invitations = one terrific day.
First thing this morning I was off to Jay Peak for my 1st round of golf at their new (relatively) course. We had an absolutely wonderful day. I highly recommend the course. We took advantage of the Mobile gas 2 for 1 offer with 3 fill-ups. $39 ea. The greens are large and very undulating but very smooth Learning the breaks will take a few rounds (aww gee, do I have to?) but it'll save 3-4 strokes a round. The staff was friendly and it wasn't very crowded: we had no one in front of us and no one pushing us. We were done in 4 hours. =) The new clubhouse is impressive & the bar featured local brews on tap. I had a Jay Peak Tram Ale from Long Trail Brewing. Nice.
Then it was off to Snow Farm Vineyard in South Hero for a terrific concert with a picnic. We had some of their 'Snow White' wine. $11.00. Very nice. The music was by the Starline Rythe Boys and it was terrific.
We were home by 9pm. What a great day! You gotta love Vermont.
I'll work out tomorrow.
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit." -
-- Aristotle
First thing this morning I was off to Jay Peak for my 1st round of golf at their new (relatively) course. We had an absolutely wonderful day. I highly recommend the course. We took advantage of the Mobile gas 2 for 1 offer with 3 fill-ups. $39 ea. The greens are large and very undulating but very smooth Learning the breaks will take a few rounds (aww gee, do I have to?) but it'll save 3-4 strokes a round. The staff was friendly and it wasn't very crowded: we had no one in front of us and no one pushing us. We were done in 4 hours. =) The new clubhouse is impressive & the bar featured local brews on tap. I had a Jay Peak Tram Ale from Long Trail Brewing. Nice.
Then it was off to Snow Farm Vineyard in South Hero for a terrific concert with a picnic. We had some of their 'Snow White' wine. $11.00. Very nice. The music was by the Starline Rythe Boys and it was terrific.
We were home by 9pm. What a great day! You gotta love Vermont.
I'll work out tomorrow.
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit." -
-- Aristotle
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