Good Start/Good Workout

 I have felt very rushed this week with three morning meetings and the pressure of life kicking in making life choices not so fun.  That aside, this morning's workout went well.  I started out good, but felt the pace slowing so I incorporated some periods of running to get me back home in decent time. i did the Longwood/Medford Loop doing 8.92 miles in 1:58:01 for a 13:13 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 271 feet and an average heart rate of 116 bpm.  it was a partly cloudy 49 degree morning so I was able to dress less warmly. Have a blessed day!

Getting Warmer

I got out a bit later today on the Longwood/Medford Loop. I did 8.92 miles in 2:00:48 for a 13:32 minute per mile pace. I made
An elevation gain of 278 feet with an average heartrate of 112 bpm.  I think a better night's sleep proved helpful resulting in a lower heart rate.  I felt a bit hurried as I got out later. I ran the ladt .92 miles. It started out cold but quickly warmed up. Blogging later, off to Bible Study-- God Bless. So nice to have Bekah home. God Bless!

Friday/Monday

 An unexpected trip to Maine meant a workout in Hope on the Howe Hill Loop doing 9.26 miles in 2:04:50 for a 13:28 minute per mile pace with an average heartrate of 134 bpm and an elevation gain of 897 feet.  Today I did 9.07 mile in 1:59:31 minutes for a 13:10 per mile with an average heartrate of 131 bpm for an elevation gain of 146 feet.  Off to do my classes! God bless!

Happy Thanksgiving 2016

I got out of bed a bit past 5, the good thing about vacation is that I can sleep in a bit.  I did the Longwood/Medford Loop but added about a half mile ascent up a hill of from Wading River Hillow Road.  I also did another road of from Wading River Hollow Road that parallels Longwood for most of the way. I ended up doing 9.51 miles in 2:07:07 for a 13:21 minute per mile pace and a heartrate of 130 bpm . The temp was 37 which seemed much warmer without the wind.  It's been a quiet morning so far, with Char and kim doing some
Baking after a whaffle breakfast. Looking forward to seeing my daughter,granddaughters, and daughter's boyfriend. On my bedroom deck right now blogging this . Have a blessed day my friends. God is good even when it doesn't appear that He is-- because His purpose is always greater than we realize.

Walking Dead

I woke up at 4--the alarm waking me out of a dead sleep,  I was tired due to the long day yesterday.  the streets were quieter with Longwood School district out today.  I decided to do the Longwood/Medford Loop doing it in 2:03:03 for 8.88 miles at a 13:51 minute per mile pace with an average heartrate of 124 bpm and an elevation gain of 257.  The skies were dark with high clouds covering the sun and moon.  Looking forward to Thanksgiving Break and the arrival of my brother and his family. God Bless!

Don't Be Fooled

  My bottom line for today's walk is a bit deceiving.  I did 8.9 miles in 1:57:51 with an elevation gain of 242 and an average pace of 13:13 minutes per mile with an average heartrate of 143 beats per minute.  The temp wa 36 degrees with a strong wind throughout.  I did the Ridge/Woodlot loop on this partially cloudy winterlike morning.  The truth is that my first 5 miles were paced at over 14 minutes per mile--I was just too tired and stiff to make progress.  I decided that I should jog for a couple of miles just to put me back on schedule for the morning and my commute to work.  It worked out thankfully.  Working to get my weight to 196 by Friday. Looking forward to Thanksgiving and my brother and his family coming on Friday night. To NYC Lord willing on Saturday! God use me today--God Bless!

Flakes - a- Flying

 I woke up after a good night's sleep for a Sunday night and found that the morning weather reminded me of winter.  It was 32 degrees with a wind chill much colder than that and it was snowing out here in Ridge, NY.  I did the Longwood/Medford Loop doing 8.85 miles in 2:02:37 for a 13:47 minute per mile pace and an average pulse of 123 bpm.  I had a great day yesterday with my daughter Ericka and my three granddaughters staying the day at my house.  Praying for my daughter Rebekah as she burned her hand and leg yesterday and praying form my daughter Kaitland and grandson Keon. Looking to God to do those things that I can't--Lord use me and my family today-Amen!

Good Friday

  I got out slightly earlier this morning on the Ridge Road Loop with a breeze and 43 degrees.  I had a better night's sleep than previous nights this week.  I also arrived to work at a decent time thanks to moving traffic.  I did 9.04 miles in 2:00:59 for a 13:22 minutes per mile for a good pace, especially for a Friday.  The first two miles I had splits in the 14's. so I decided that I had to pick up the pace and I did with a top split of 10:59.  That split was due to the fact that the local runner passed me at the end of Ridge.  I let him go , but it ticked me off even though I was walking--so I let him pass and get past me--but then in a split second I took off and burned by him with him turning east on Whiskey road and me turning west.  My goal the next two weeks is to get my wight back in the low 190's instead of the high 190's.  Try to get to 196 next Friday and 193 the Friday after that.  Have a blessed day! Praying for my daughter Rebekah's job interview!  Oh yeah, elevation gain of 126 feet and an average heart rate of 119 bpm.

No Zip

  I hit the roads after a long day and a short night.  I thankfully was able to find the resolve to hit the streets on short rest.  I did the Longwood/Medford loop doing 8.7 miles in 2:04:28 for a 14:17 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 139 bpm and an elevation gain of 248 feet..  It was a clear 43 degree morning. Just trying to keep moving at his point. Have a blessed day!

Medford/Randall/Woodlot Extra Plus

  I did the above route which I have not done in a few weeks.  This week I have tried to mix my workout routes around to keep my perspective fresh.  It was a 45 degree overcast morning with the moon trying to peek from behind the clouds.  The fall workouts on Long Island are great for workouts--cool but not cold--and the falls last a long time here in comparison to Maine. I did 9.01 miles in 2:03:37 for a 13:42 minute per mile pace.  I did see the one runner that is out there on occasion on the Randall Road towards Shoreham. The elevation gain was 154 feet with an average heartrate of 118 bpm.  I have a long day with parent/teacher conferences until 8 o'clock today. I had a good time at Bible study last night at Genesis church.  Off to the rest of the day--God Bless!

Rainy Tuesday

The best part of each day is that early morning workout where I can decompress and gain perspective.  i did the Longwood/Medford Loop doing 8.79 miles in 2:00:56 for a 13:44 minute per mile pace with an average pulse of 120 bpm.  I don't have an elevation gain.  Getting a bit discouraged , but I am grateful for God's provision and pray that I treat those I love the way they deserve--help me Lord!

Hooters

 I got out in good season this morning with skies clear and 38 degrees.  I did the Randall/Woodlot/Kastel Loop Extra doing 8.48 miles in 1:58:55 for a 14 minute per mile pace with an average heartrate of 138 bpm and an elevation gain of 147 feet.  The owls were hooting like crazy this morning. Have a blessed day!

Rare Saturday Workout

 My wife had to work today so I decided to make up for the missed workout yesterday.  I did the Ridge Loop with some extra to get the distance to 9 miles.  I did 9.02 miles in 2:07:38 for a 14:08 minute per mile pace with a 125 mpb heartrate and a 158 foot increase in elevation. Have a blessed day-- oh, yeah it was a beautiful bright 39 degree morning.

In a Blur

 It seems as lately life has been moving along so fast that it seems as if I am just along for the ride.  I got out the door and headed north in the opposite direction of the past 3 days.  I did the Ridge/Woodlot loop doing 8.83 miles in 2:00:50 at a 13:40 minute per mile pace with an average bpm of 118 with an 116 foot elevation gain.  Tonight we head towards the Tom's River area to spend the night as we go to Six Flags Great Adventure tomorrow> Have a blessed day!

Miracle Morning

   I got out knowing that the miracle of Donald Trump winning the Presidential Election.  I did the Medford/Longwood Loop doing 8.71 miles in 1:57:49 for a 13:31 minute per mile pace with a 137 bpm heart rate with a 255 foot elevation gain. Off to class --God Bless!

I Elect to Workout

 I headed out the door thanks to a one hour later start time for work.  Today is election day and a pivotal day I believe for this country,but first things first--workout;)  I did the Longwood /Medford Loop again doing 8.58 miles in 1:53:13 for a 13:11 minute per mile pace at a robust 146 bpm heart rate. With about 1 1/2 miles to go I pass by the voting place, but the lot was filled--I was thinking of stopping by if things looked empty.  With Trump and Clinton topping the ticket--America was out in full force.  Well, back to my workshop-- God Bless!

Th Limits of Technology

 This morning I felt as if I was getting off to a good start.  I decided however to try my walking app--which seemed to be going well until mile 4.82 miles where I think an update took place and my workout stopped.  I think that I may just walk ,but use the running function.  The workout we will call 8.7 miles doing the Medford/Longwood Loop at a then 13:27 minute per mile pace.  The temp was around 42 windy degrees and with the time change I actually saw some daylight at the end.  Praying for the election tomorrow!  God Bless!

Freaky Friday

 I got off to a late start due to an update on my watch which took 20 minutes.  I did the figure 8 plus extra which according to my apple watch is only 8:08 miles which I did in 1:52:38 for a 13:56 minute per mile pace for 124 bpm heart rate. Off to great adventures!  God Bless!

iPhone Thursday

  This was my first day with the iPhone watch to track my workouts adding technology and heart rate technology.  Quick run-down.  8.81 miles at a 13:28 minute per mile pace total time of 1:58:52 and average heartrate of 143 bpm--not bad for walking. Have a blessed day--this was the Ridge Loop.

Milder With Clear Skies

 I woke up after a good night's sleep, this being the first day where my alarm woke me up.  I got up, crept across the room and entered the day with a sliver of optimism.  I did the Meford/Longwood Loop once again doing 8.79 miles in 2:01:35 for a 13:50 minute per mile pace with a 164 elevation gain. Praying specifically for my daughter Rebekah that she would get out and move down here. God Bless!

Frosty Tuesday

I got out a bit groggy but determined on this 33 degree first day of November. I did 8.8 miles in 2:01:04 for a 13:45 minute per mile pace and a 158 foot gain in elevation on the Medford/Longwood loop. One week from today we will elect our next president. Praying for this and much more. God Bless!