Earlier in Calverton

 I thought that I would have to be out and around earlier today, but as it were— things got canceled. I was supposed to meet my daughter and 3 granddaughters for a hike at 10:30. Unfortunately, she was not feeling well so the event got canceled. I made it to Calverton just passed 6 am. I did a little extra stairs due to missing my phone for the first up and down the stairs 5 times — so I did it a second time . I did 9.47 miles in 2:53:57 for an 18:22 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 74 bpm with an elevation gain of 221feet at 53 degrees and 80 percent humidity. I met a guy named Barry who I have passed each day. Enjoying the slower pace so far this vacation. Having some blood drawn later. Have a blessed day!

Spring Break—Monday/Tuesday at Calverton

 I am taking it easier so far this week going on leisurely hikes on the Calverton loop at the Veterans Park Trail. Sometimes it’s helpful just to take it easier and take advantage of a chance to get refreshed.

Monday- 9.38 miles in 2:55:35 for an 18:42 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 75 bpm with an elevation gain of 283 feet at 44 degrees and 48 percent humidity. It was a very breezy day.

Tuesday- 9.29 miles in 2:49:14 for an 18:12 minute per mile for an 18:12 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 75 bpm with an elevation gain of 187 feet at 29 degrees and 73 percent humidity.

Have a most blessed day!

Warm and Foggy

  I was very tired this morning. Thanks to my super-caffeinated coffee I made it out the door and onto the streets. I did Medford/Randall/Woodlot doing 9.21 miles in 2:11:31 for a 14:17 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 137 bpm with an elevation gain of 210 feet at 55 degrees and 89 percent humidity. I felt decent this week. Have a blessed weekend!

Comeback

 I started a little bit behind this morning. My watch I started early— I got the garbage and did a little extra inside before heading down the road. I started out slow and even had a little “pit stop “.  Thankfully I maintained a decent pace in the middle miles and came on strong at the end. I did 9.07 miles in 2:10:48 for a 14:25 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 87 bpm with an elevation gain of 326 feet at 53 degrees and 99 percent humidity. I’m attending my friend Lenny’s visiting hours tonight. Sad that he died young, but I am grateful that I knew him. God bless you richly!

Wednesday in March

 I woke up and felt very tired. I was even tired after drinking my big cup of coffee. Thankfully, experience has taught me that once I get on the road momentum usually takes over regardless of my fatigue level. I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.07 miles in 2:11:03 for a 14:27 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 117 bpm with an elevation gain of 358 feet at 38 degrees and 100 percent humidity. I’m very thankful for a decent workout. God bless you all!

Monday/Tuesday

 Monday- 9.11 miles in 2:10:43 feet for a 14:21 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 97 bpm with an elevation gain of 364 feet at 30 degrees and 91 percent humidity.

Tuesday- 8.85 miles in 2:09:09 for a 14:35 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 93 bpm with an elevation gain of 199 feet at 38 degrees and 99 percent humidity.

Sunday in Eastport, Maine

 I got out at around 5:30. It was a quiet morning after a night of not the best rest. I spent the night in The Motel East with Char. I did the 2 x North End(Adams Street) loop. I went past the sewer plant road and down past Murphy’s on County Road. I did 8.19 miles in 1:51:31 for a 13:36 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 102 bpm with a 564 foot elevation gain at 33 degrees and 71 percent humidity. I felt really food. Have a blessed day!

A Good Day(but no-one is talking to me)

 I had a long day yesterday. A half day with the students and then a full day until 8 with parent/teacher conferences). At around 8:30 last night, I made a comment about taking a dog for a walk because nobody else made the effort to walk the dog. The comment was made to my daughter only, but a suddenly quiet Char, Jace, and Amber heard my comment. Well, things have been quiet since. The tension is there. 

This morning I did the Ridge Loop doing 9.14 in 2:10:06 for a 14:14 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 101 bpm with an elevation gain of 196 feet at 33 degrees and 74 percent humidity. It was a windy cool late winter workout. Lord willing, heading to my parents tonight. Have a blessed day!

Uncharted Territory ( for awhile)

  I wasn’t feeling overly inspired, but I was inspired enough. I have been getting up 5 minutes later than usual this week. This just means that I have to verify quickly get into my Bible reading. I did the Niewood version of the Longwood Loop doing 9.10 miles in 2:06:54 for a 13:56 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 100 bpm with an elevation gain of 323 feet with a temperature of 41degrees with humidity at 77 percent. This is my first sub fourteen minute per mile pace in a long time. I’m thankful even with my weight at 200 pounds. Have a blessed day!

Surprise Performance

 I headed out at about the usual time. I decided to do the Longwood/Niewood Loop minus the out and back to add distance. I did 9.05 miles in 2:08:38 for a 14:13 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 95 bpm with an elevation gain of 330 feet at 34 degrees and 66 percent humidity. Today’s workout surprised me a bit. I’m just very grateful. Have a most blessed day!

Better Performance

 Today was a better day. Still feeling a bit off with the time change, but doing okay. I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop doing 8.90 in 2:09:16 for a 14:31 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 98 bpm with an elevation gain of 210 feet at 25 degrees and 40 percent humidity. Have a blessed day!

Another Monday

 I was a bit slow and a bit behind just like last Monday. It was my first workout in 2021 during daylight savings time. It was back to the workouts in the dark- for awhile. I did 8.85 in 2:11:57 for a 14:54 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 92 bpm with an elevation gain of 245 feet at 24 degrees and 35 percent humidity. It wad windy and cool in contrast to last weeks mild temps. A beautiful morning nonetheless. Have a blessed day!

Fumes

 I was very tired, but habit brought me to the streets of Ridge, Long Island. I did the fully Longwood version of the Longwood Loop. I did 9.70 miles in 2:21:42 for a 14:36 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 95 bpm with an elevation gain of 328 feet at 54 degrees and 63 percent humidity.

Monday/Tuesday / Wednesday

 Monday- 8.77 miles in 2:12:21 for a 15:05 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 89 bpm with an elevation gain of 221 feet at 26 degrees and 47 percent humidity. Randall/Kastal/Ryan

Tuesday- 8.83 in 2:07:58 for a 14:30 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 95 bpm with an elevation gain of 191 feet at 40 degrees and 56 percent humidity. Medford/Randall/Woodlot

Wednesday- 8.80 miles in 2:07:50 for an average heart rate of 91 bpm with an elevation gain of 188 feet at 32 degrees and 78 percent humidity. Raynor/ Woodlot Loop.

May God richly bless you!

Good

 Despite some things going on that are challenging, I see that God’s blessings surround me. I got up 15 minutes later which is still early . I did the Longwood Loop doing the version where I drop down to Kastal and then retrace my steps to the trail and back across to Raynor. I did 9.5 miles in 2:17:53 for a 14:31 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 95 bpm with an elevation gain of 392 feet at 26 degrees and 43 percent humidity. I have remote learning the next 3 Friday’s. Have a blessed day!

A Better Start

 I headed out the door a few minutes earlier than the previous days. I decided on the Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop doing 8.86 miles in 2:09:00 for a 14:33 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 111 bpm with an elevation gain of 208 feet at 31 degrees and 76 percent humidity. I am thankful for my workouts and job. I do feel out of synch. Have a blessed day!

Late , but not Late

 I was so far behind getting out this morning, right up to my departing for work. Things just seemed to put me behind. Thankfully, I clocked into work just one minute later than yesterday. Despite the laboring behind, I made it to work in time. I did the 3 x Woodlot loop doing 8.77 miles in 2:07:49 for a 14:34 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 96 bpm with an elevation gain of 213 feet at 30 degrees and 56 percent humidity. I am grateful for God’s grace!

Windy and Cold

 I headed out, later than yesterday by 10 minutes— but I was ahead in all other phases. I did 3 x Woodlot with cutting across the trail on the third lap. It was very windy and cold. I did 8.75 miles in 2:08:38 for a 14:41 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 97 bpm with an elevation gain of 365 feet at 23 degrees and 33 percent humidity. This is a good loop now with sunlight out early to allow me to use the trail. Have a blessed day!

Early but not Bright

 I just by circumstance, got out and around earlier this morning. The early start didn’t help too much, but I didn’t feel as rushed. I did the Medford/Randall/Woodlot Loop doing 8.87 in 2:12:17 for a 14:55 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 94 bpm with an elevation gain of 225 feet at 42 degrees and 100 percent humidity. I saw a man and his dog just off Medford Road walking early in the morning. The weekends aren’t as relaxing these days, with the weeks being better than the weekend. Have a blessed day!