Two days / Two Workouts

I did the figure 8 extra plus doing 9.12 miles in 2:04:36 for a 13:39 minute per mile pace with an average heartrate of 108 bpm. The elevation gain didn’t register and neither did the temperature. It was pouring rain at times making me consider shortening the workout. When I finished I was glad that I finished and pleased with the pace considering I did 3 sets of squats the night before. I watched a movie in Ronkonkoma with Rebekah. Today I hiked the Greenway trail doing 9.81 miles in 2:44:30 for a 16:45 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 626 feet at a temp of 54 degrees with 100 percent humidity and a pulse of 100 bpm. Char did her first wedding last night in Hawaii. Very nice! God Bless !

So Slow Even With Joe

I had the day off yesterday as I had to take Charlotte to her friends to go the airport—- now in Hawaii. This morning I did the figure 8 Randall combo loop doing 9.01 miles in 2:09:46 for a 14:23 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 165 feet with an average heart rate of 111 bpm at a comfortable 62 degrees and 65 percent humidity. It was nice to have a beautiful morning. God bless!

Rain , but I like it!

I got out a bit later, so I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop doing 8.97 miles in 1:57:53 for a 13:08 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 202 feet with an average heart rate of 126 bpm at a temp of 59 degrees with 84 percent humidity. As the workout progressed the rain increased, yet it was never a soaking rain. My first day in long sleeves. Had to stop off at the game preserve restroom. Have a blessed day!

Lonely Monday

I was all alone in the house last night. I couldn’t quickly fall asleep, but it wasn’t too bad. I find that I do not cherish being alone at home. I am comfortable by myself, but I’m finding that I prefer having somebody home. I have enjoyed the change in air with fall now officially here. I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.19 miles in 2:02:31 for a 13:19 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 320 feet and an average heart rate of 111 bpm at a comfortable 57 degrees with 90 percent humidity. My wife is at a conference today and Lord willing will be here tonight— leaving again on Wednesday. Have a blessed day!

Two on Sunday

I decided on doing two hikes on this Lord’s Day. This morning I did 3 miles down in Wertheim before watching my wife Charlotte speak in church. This afternoon I did 7:55 miles in approximately 2:05 for approval a 17 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 550 feet with an average heartrate of 102 bpm at a comfortable 65 degrees and 69 percent humidity. My wife is going to be gone for the best part of the next 10 days between Lancaster, PA and Hawaii. Looking forward to what God’s going to do. Have a blessed day!

Not Quite Right

It seems as if my routines are having constant minor interruptions which is putting me back a bit. Fortunately, my commute was quick. Today I did the figure 8 extra plus doing 8.69 in 2:02:04 for a 14:02 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 202 feet with an average heart rate of 144 bpm at a comfortable temp of 63 degrees and 88 percent humidity. Last night the Red Sox clinched the AL East division over the Yankees at the stadium and their Browns won their first game in years with Baker Mayfield coming off the bench to beat the Jets. Have a blessed day!

Better Going

I kind of got out in the inbetween time, but I opted to go the longer Longwood Loop doing 9.15 miles in 2:03:37 for a 13:30 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 330 feet with an average heartrate of 118 bpm at a comfortable 60 degrees and 83 percent humidity on a dark overcast Thursday morning. Fortunately, I found my headlamp for my hat which helped immensely in the dark segments of the workout. Have a blessed day!

Kinda Tired

I had a long day yesterday teaching, open house, and Bible Study. I did the Greenway Trail seeing quite a bit of traffic. I saw a homeless man on a bike with a child seat. He looked not quite right and he must have detected my stare as he looked at me and said “bye, bye, bye”. It reminded me of In Sync. He irritated me with his rude behavior, but I was concerned that he might be high. I noticed more homeless people and not the type that you feel comfortable with. For the workout I did 9.83 miles in 2:47:47 for a 17:03 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 566 feet with an average heart rate of 106 bpm at a temperature of 70 degrees and 93 percent humidity. I am waiting for the humidity to dissipate as it is so uncomfortable. I started out under 15 minutes for the first mile and then sort of tailed off. I had a maple latte at Starbucks. Back to school tomorrow after Yom Kippor today. God bless!

Before the Storm

I did the same Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop again. I encountered some fog and some brief showers. The air was humid, warm, and uncomfortable. Fortunately there was a nice breeze to help make it bearable. I did 8.9 miles in 2:01:42 for a 13:40 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 201 feet with an average heartate of 118 bpm with a temperature of 75 and humidity at 90. Fall I want you to come soon. Have a blessed day!

First Monday

Even though I have been going to the school with the kids for two weeks , this is our first Monday with the students. I woke up at my usual time, but I didn’t get out as early as I wanted so I did the Medford, Randall, Woodlot Loop doing 8.73 miles in 2:02:03 for a 13:58 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 172 feet with an average heart rate of 139 bpm. with a temperature of 62 degrees with humidity at an annoying 97 percent. I saw one runner on Randall Road( Shoreham) running with  a flashlight in hand. I’m glad that I made the decision to do the shorter route as my pace has been slower lately. Have a blessed day!’n

Greenway/Wertheim

A couple of active recovery days mainly because I’m able to thankfully. On Saturday I noticed a lot of homeless people near the Port Jefferson side of the trail. A veteran in a wheelchair, a lady coming off a hangover, and a guy sleeping on a bench with a half drunk big bottle of beer and a shirt draped over his head.  I saw my friend Lenny and Ruth near the start of the trail. Further on I saw fellow church goers Brian, Brenna, Brian’s wife , and Brenna(Jace’s girlfriend). I also met a guy named Mike who was beginning a walking routine who I met a couple of times on the trailbefore walking
with him starting at the beginning of the East Setauket side. I did 8.52 miles in 2:14:39 for a 15:47 minute per mile walking pace with an elevation gain of 555 feet with an average heartrate of 100 bpm. at a temperature of 68 degrees at 91 percent humidity.  Today I did 5.3 miles with an elvation gain of 193 feet with an average heartrate of 92 bpm. My watch was on for part of my commute home so my minutes per mile was not accurate. It was a warm somewhat humid day at Wertheim. I picked up a pair of glasses and left them at the beginning of the trail. I saw a turtle at the beginning of the trail. Looking forward to another week. God bless!

Peaceful

I wome up a few minutes later, got to work 1 minute late— but each could have been worse. My watch alarm didn’t go off because it was paused by the Stand function. Luckily I woke up from a dream that I could fly in. I did the Medford, Randall, Woodlot Loop doing 8.95 miles in 2:01:03 for a 13:31 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 109 bpm at a comfortable 68 cloudy degrees. Even though it’s not cold out there is a change in the air that feels of fall. Fall for many reasons is my favorite season bringing back memories of coaching soccer and cross country. My favorite days as a teacher are in the past it seems with no visible hope of ever returning to those days. I am grateful for what I have and have faith in God and His plan— but there is that part of me that so misses those days at BRS and Easport. I don’t think anybody from Ling Island or my wife’s family could think that life in small town Maine has a charm that goes beyond the convenience and affluence of Long Island. God use me I pray!

Stumbling Along

I got out early after an arduous day yesterday, but the early start could not overcome the slow pace. In fact I had the throw a few runs in at the end to keep a complete debacle at bay. The drizzle and breeze felt could at a comfortable 68 degrees. Here are the stats for the Ridge, Longwood Loop—9.39 miles in 2:11:21 for a 13:59 minute per mile pace with an average heartrate of 103 bpm. I do not have a fanny pac that can hold my iPhone 8x so no elevation gain or temp or humidity. Have a blessed day my friends.

Longwood Bound

It was back to the normal early morning schedule with an early wake-up. I got out the door around 4:16 am heading towards Middle Country. I felt ok with the usual stiffness, but feeling ok otherwise. It was a dark foggy morning. Here are the stats- 9.37 miles in 2:03:52 for a 13:12 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 294 feet with an average heart rate of 117 bpm with a temp of 71 degrees at 100 % humidity. Off to class! God bless you!

Day 2 on The Greenway Trail

I woke up at about the same time as yesterday on a drizzly Tuesday morning. I’m taking advantage of the extra time ro sleep and workout. There were more people out today with warmer temps and no rain. I started out with my rain jacket, but quickly shed it with the warmer temps and humidity.  I listened to Dr. Charles Stanley on podcast getting built up in the faith as I travel along. Here are the stats— 10.01 in 2:48:07 for a 16:47 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 597 feet with an average heart rate of 102 bpm at a temp of 67 degrees and 100 % humidity. I am blessed to get the work in once again. Praise God! Remembering those who gave it all 17 years ago on this 9/11!

Greenway Groove

I allowed myself to sleep in and start out on the Greenway Trail. I could afford this trip due to the Jewish holiday. The rain was light , but steady. Not many people out when the weather is bad. I did 10.03 miles in 2:59:28 for a 17:53 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 656 feet with an average heartrate of 108 bpm at a comfortable 61 degrees at 93 percent humidity. I had a blended cold brew and a pumpkin scone at Starbucks. It was a nice morning. Have a blessed day!

Change in Plans

My trip to Maine is cancelled. I am so disappointed, bit for the safety of my family I have to stay. Today I did the figure 8 extra plus doing 8.82 miles in 1:57:08!for a 13:16 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 146 feet with an average heartrate of 113 bpm at a temp of 70 degrees with 100% humidity. Have a blessed day!

Split Personality

My morning has following the following pattern- Behind/Ahead, Behind /Ahead. On my workout the first 4 plus miles were really slow. So the final 4 plus miles I interspersed jogging and walking. Going to work I got late, but made it on time for work. I did the Randall Road loop doing 9.21 miles in 1:59:55 for a 13:00 minute per mile walking pace with an elevation gain of 172 feet with an average heartrate of 117 bpm. at a temperature of 75 degrees at 95 percent humidity. Each morning I think to myself about how much I hate the heat. Lord willing I am looking forward to a cooler workout tomorrow with three workouts in Downeast Maine. God is good ! God Bless!

Just Go

I tend to be a very reflective person, but reflection requires time and can slow you down. So I just went through my routine without much thought. I did make it out the door a bit earlier for the Longwood Loop doing 9.24 miles in 2:07:26 for a 13:47 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 306 feet with an average heartrate of 110 bpm at a temperature of 71 degrees at 98 percent humidity.  It’s amazing how at the early morning hour the streets are empty and you can walk about with little concern. I didn’t jog at all today as the running yesterday made my knees hurt. On another note I was one minute late at work— annoying as the landscaping trucks in the Roosevelt area can slow you down. Have a blessed day!

Up and Adam

 Today marked the first day of the school year with students. Today also marks my 32 year of teaching. This is also the second longest teaching job that I have had. I woke up at 3 with lots on my mind. I trued to fall back asleep, but sleep escaped me. I took time to reflect and pray and eventually to read the Bible. I got out in good season although not as early as I wanted. I did the Longwood Loop the school addition minus the little extra that I do in the summer. Here are the stats— 9.21 miles in 2:06:13 for a 13:41 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 312 feet with an average heartrate of 114 bpm. at a temperature of 74 degrees at a sultry 98 % humidity. I’m reminded that it takes a longer time than you think to get things done. On the positive— I made it to work on time. Have a blessed day!

Wertheim/Longwood

Sunday I did Wertheim doing 7.38 miles in 2:20:50 for a 19:03 minutes per mile pace with an elevation gain of 84 feet with an average heartrate of 90 bpm. at a temp of 65 degrees with 90 percent humidity. It was a lovely morning with plenty of beauty. Today I did 9.43 miles in 2:11:37 for a 13:57 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 327 feet with an average heartrate of 109 bpm at a 97 % humidity at 73 degrees. A lot of additional issues right now. The Lord is near! Tomorrow back to my early start time once again. The streets will belong to Eric once again:) God Bless!

It’s Hard to Sleep During a Sleep Test

  Last night I had to put a monitor around my upper lip, around my chest, and on my finger while wearing the device on my wrist. This device is used to determine if I have sleep apnea or not. I can only say that I was marking time in getting the minimum 5-6 hours of sleep in. I woke up several times and found it difficult to sleep with wires on you. It’s a home kit prescribed by my doctor. Anyway, today I am tired but that didn’t stop me from doing the Greenway trail. I did 9.75 in 2:48:34 for a 17:17 minute per mile pace with an elevation gain of 611 feet with an average heartrate of 94 bpm at a temperature of 67 degrees at 80 % humidity with a few drops of drizzle here and there. I saw my friends Lenny and Ruth at the East Setauket end parking lot. We talked for about 15 minutes and then parted our own separate ways. Thankfully the weather was pleasant and the walk was enjoyable even though I was kind of tired. Right now enjoying my back deck while my neighbor Kevin has his Labor Day party. Have a blessed day. Lord willing next week at this time I will be in Eastport. God Bless!