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    • llvlaglneL
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      The day started off well. woke up, had a black guy(coffee + espresso just so yall don't get it twisted ya dig). But all of a sudden i had tons of gas and my stomach kept bubbling. i knew i was going to be off to a bad start. i thought perhaps maybe i can hold it off after the race, but than took a second take and thought to myself… i wouldnt want to carry that around the whole race. what happens if i shart? it'll be trapped inside of my tights. i ran into the bathroom instead. dropped and did a quick wipe and left for the race. i was already late and was going to arrive with only 7minutes to spare from the start of the race.

      on the way there, cop cars blocking every possible quick route i could've taken. closed due to the race course. i appreciate that they're  creating a safe environment for this race but its causing all of us who were late like myself to bottleneck and funnel into the only entrance into the park. upon arrival, didnt have much time to stretch, mobilize and warm up.

      national anthem was sung, and just as usual.... i had the sudden urge to pee. we were about to start and i told myself screw it. i turned to my left towards the trees, only a few yards from the crowd, untied my tights and went. a random participant asked me if i couldnt go a little further into trees and bushes. i laughed it off with him and told him, "sir, im pretty sure all the guys here have the same amount of parts as i do."

      air horn goes off

      1st mile - pretty much a slow steep ascent. lots of folks already huffing and puffing. pace- 10:57
      2nd mile - rolling hills- pace - 10:04
      3rd mile - rolling hills - pace - 10:47
      4th mile - flat - pace - 9:55
      5th mile - flat - pace - 9:21

      i wasnt sure what to expect this morning since it just had snowed the day before. just to be careful i brought my new balance mt110s. lo and behold it was wet and puddles everywhere, 29 degrees and towards the end it began to snow again. it made for a fun race. there was one participant who was brave enough start and finish using a pogo stick lol. great stuff. however best outfit goes to this trio- 2 were wearing giant turkey suits and the 3rd was dressed as a pilgrim with a knife. fun day

      "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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      • summ3rhaysS
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        Sounds like a great adventure. There is always something that makes it more interesting, traffic, stomach, conditions. You just never know.

        IG: summ3rhays & Indigobleed

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        • llvlaglneL
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          @summ3rhays it was fun i'll say that much, we'll see if i do any of the Christmas races.

          by the way, have you heard of Dr. Kelly Starrett?(ie mobilitywod and/or supple leopard)

          "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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          • GilesG
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            I need more supple, will it also help a non-runner?

            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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            • summ3rhaysS
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              I've heard of the supple leopard.  It's on my list of books to pick up.  I'll check out ready to run too.  Thanks for the tip @llvlaglne !

              @Giles , I bet the Supple leopard would help swimmers as much as any athlete.

              IG: summ3rhays & Indigobleed

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              • llvlaglneL
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                http://www.roguefitness.com/becoming-a-supple-leopard

                @Giles @summ3rhays  … I reccomend this book to help extend your athletic careers. Helps to discover new weaknesses you weren't aware you had. Learn to mobilize, get deeper into different positions and learn to alleviate hot spots. When weaknesses are  addressed and improved you begin to tap into unknown performance and efficiency you didn't know you had.

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                "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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                • den1mheadD
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                  Hi to all the committed runners.
                  Me and my wife, Jules, (Black Orchid on this forum) have been running 4-5 times a week for coming up to 2 years.
                  Our motivation? to ensure we can continue to fit into our Iron Heart gear! Also for fitness, well being, enjoyment, achievement and, as we run together sometimes - unity.
                  I'm off for my first run of 2015, which will be a short 30 minute jaunt due to my alcohol intake last night!
                  I've attached a comedy collage just before heading out  🙂

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                  • Finn666F
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                    need to get started again…damn! 😠

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                    • Black OrchidB
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                      Me too, had a ropy end of 2014 running wise and need to get back out there [emoji57]

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                      • den1mheadD
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                        2nd day of the new year and 2nd run of the new year, this time a little longer; 40 minutes.
                        Went out with Jules, @Black Orchid, who is suffering with a cold but still soldiered on - gotta love that!
                        Was hard today as it was colder than yesterday (warmest new years day in 99 years) and the difference in temp is felt in the lung department.

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                        • Black OrchidB
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                          @den1mhead:

                          2nd day of the new year and 2nd run of the new year, this time a little longer; 40 minutes.
                          Went out with Jules, @Black Orchid, who is suffering with a cold but still soldiered on - gotta love that!
                          Was hard today as it was colder than yesterday (warmest new years day in 99 years) and the difference in temp is felt in the lung department.

                          How kind you @den1mhead [emoji56]are, as I am feeling a bit, no a lot defeated today. However there is always tomorrow…

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                          • Black OrchidB
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                            Good run today with @den1mhead I was starting to feel that my fitness would never pick up… Actually enjoyed it today! Bloody cold but the daffodils were out so Spring is coming...

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                            • llvlaglneL
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                              got a few inches of snow and ice here in NY and the highway department wasnt able to reach my neck of the woods just yet. i strapped on my new balance winter mt110,some microspikes, packed my UD hydration vest, selfie stick and than i got the legs moving. i was suppose to get intervals done today, but the knee deep snow had proven enough difficulty… just enough to get up to 90% max HR

                              "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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                              • S
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                                Now that's dedication! Nice.

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                                • Black OrchidB
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                                  Wow…. Respect

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                                  • summ3rhaysS
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                                    Looks like such a pretty run!  I do like running in the snow.

                                    Heading off to run another relay. It's Friday-Saturday and goes from Miami to Key West. I've never been to that part of Florida so it will be a nice way to see it.

                                    IG: summ3rhays & Indigobleed

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                                    • llvlaglneL
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                                      Enjoy that race bud. Jealous of the weather you'll be running in. It's probably really cool there atm. Enjoy the scenery and the beer. As always good luck…. And send pics our way

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                                      "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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                                      • llvlaglneL
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                                        set out for a long run this morning. i headed out, was hoping the large amount of hikers and runners in the area were able to smoothen out the trails in the mountains today. The snow was still too packed, and in the areas exposed to sunlight had proven even more difficult to trek through. Winter this year is proving to be more difficult.

                                        "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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                                        • Black OrchidB
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                                          How can something that beautiful be difficult? Enjoy

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                                          • llvlaglneL
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                                            After another few inches of ice, snow and dropping temps, some of the local skiers have paved a slight path. Most of it had turned rock solid which was better suited for me thanks to some microspikes. Made my way through a single track overlooking the Hudson. Gorgeous day to be outdoors.

                                            Stay tuned, thursday is predicting more inclement weather patterns and sunday will be -20. Going to have to figure a way to not get dicksicle again

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                                            "…think of a world tour as similar as to the sisterhood of the traveling pants." -LandoCal126

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