Calverton

  I headed out later as my wife asked me to head out later, so I did. I headed out around 9 o’clock. I decided to try my former popular route. I realized that this was my first time on this route in my 60’s. I haven’t done many 9 milers lately. My stats- 9.32 miles in 2:59:02 for a 19:11 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 69 bpm at an average cadence of 113 spm at an average power of 109w with an elevation gain of 213 feet at an easy effort of 3 at 18 sunny degrees. I am grateful for getting the workouts I when my motivation and vision are a little off!

Unexpected Blessing

 The day that seemingly started off on the wrong foot ended well. I got out the door later than I wanted for a walk on the Rocky Point trail when I received a phone call from my wife. She had left her iPad at home and needed me to bring it in to church. I was not in the best of attitude at the time. I said something a little irritating to my wife when dropping off the iPad. I was convicted of my bad behavior and sent an apologetic text. In addition, I was pleased that the trail didn’t have snow on it. I walked at a faster than expected pace and got in my eight miles and change. My wife had an inspiring message and then we brought our friend Joe home for the afternoon. Here are the stats: 8.2 miles in 2:20:37 for a 17:08 minute per mile pace at an average heart rate of 76 bpm at an average cadence of 119 spm at an average power of 123w at an elevation gain of 169 feet at a moderate effort of 4 at a windy freezing 17 degrees.  It was a good workout and my friend Mr. Cesar went to church with his family.

Smooth Sailing, Sort Of

 I had a good start to the day. I got back a little early. I was able to get my strength training in. I got out the door in good season, but I said one little thing that made my wife angry— and she sent me an unhappy text— which I expected. I also got to school, and I somehow can’t get into PowerSchool. Well, here is my 8 x Raynor Hill workout: 6.63 miles in 1:49:02 for a 16:27 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 129 bpm at an average cadence of 125 spm at an average power of 139w with an elevation gain of 289 feet at an all out effort of 9. Things worked out through the course of the day. Lord willing, looking forward to a break away from the commute and some peace and quiet in Maine.

Better than Expected

 When you wake up you are never quite sure how your body is going to respond. I had a short Bible reading today, so it put me a bit ahead of. I think too, that since I went to bed early I was a bit fresher. The pain killer and anti inflammatory that the doctor prescribed, also definitely helped me. I did the figure 8 plus 4 x Woodlot hill with one out and back for 6.78 miles in 1:54:00 for a 16:48 minute per mile pace at an average heart rate of 113 bpm with an elevation gain of 189 feet at a cadence of 123 spm at an average power of 129w at an all out effort of 9 at 41 degrees. Praying for my father in law on his upcoming anniversary celebrated alone because his wife has Alzheimer’s. Have a blessed day friends!

Forgetful

  This time of the year, before Christmas break, you are a bit tired from overload. In my tiredness, I forgot to bring my phone, so my earphones were kind of useless. I did the figure eight, plus an out and back, plus 4 x Woodlot hill plus a pitstop at the house on my second lap. I did 6.97 miles in 1:56:14 for a 16:40 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 100 bpm at an average cadence of 122 spm at an average power of 131w with an elevation gain of 199 feet at an effort of 8 hard at 52 degrees. I made it to work on time which I am grateful for. Have a blessed day!

All Wet

 I don’t like rainy days on work days, as it really messes with my commute. I was just 1 minute late to work— I’m alright with that. It was a rainy night, a rainy morning, and it’s rainy right now. I feel myself dragging through each segment of the day. I made it out the door a bit late, so I did the Raynor Hill workout. I was a bit behind the whole workout, but not too behind. I didn’t see the ladies or the dog walker out. I did 6.67 miles in 1:54:37 for a 17:10 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 83 bpm with an elevation gain of 293 feet at an average cadence of 124 spm at an average power of 131w at a hard effort of 8 at a rainy 38 degrees. I got my strength work in— very grateful! Have a blessed day!

Frosty Sunday at Randall

  The morning came with its usual cobwebs. A couple of crazy dreams before waking seemed to bring some morning fatigue. I left out the thought of trying a six miler and settled on the thought of a pretty 3 mile nature walk at Randall game preserve. Going into the week I know that it will be a trying week with fatigue and lots of extra stuff to do in this Christmas season. It’s a lot of good stuff added to the hectic school routine. I did 3.10 miles in 1:11:14 for a 22:56 minute per mile pace at an average cadence of 106 spm at an average power of 92w at an average heart rate of 71 bpm at an average easy effort of 3 at 27 degrees. I can feel the Lord’s spirit helping me in my reactions. Have a blessed week friends!