Windy Conditions in The Shadows of Winter

 I woke up early and on time to my very early alarm. It was above freezing, but the temperature was dropping quickly. I did the 3 x Woodlot Loop with a little extra added at the beginning to ensure I made it to 9 miles. I did 9.29 miles in 2:22:44 for a 15:21 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 132 bpm with an average cadence of 128 spm with an elevation gain of 262 feet at 35 windy degrees. It was a quiet morning only seeing a couple of woman from Apple Court out walking. Have a blessed day!

Whiskey Lady

 I was fortunate knowing that I already had a snow day. I was able to have a relaxed end of Thursday and a relaxed Friday morning. My wife was awake so I didn’t linger long in the bedroom. I headed out the door  not exactly sure which route I was going to do. Initially I was going to do the neighborhood loop which quickly changed to doing the Woodlot Loop 3 times. As I continued down Raynor, I decided to go all the way on Whiskey road. I ended up heading down a road just before Canal Road. The traffic got more hectic the further down the road I got.  On the way back I saw a lady straddled on the curb by the roundabout on Coram/Mt. Sinai road. I never could do this route on a good day. On a snow day, I often go on an adventure. On the way back I headed up Woodlot and walked the trail over to Raynor before heading home. I finished up by shoveling my driveway out. Stats- 9.28 miles in 2:32:17 for a 16:24 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 94 bpm with an elevation gain of 248 feet with an average cadence of 128 spm at 30 degrees. The footing became increasingly slippery as my workout progressed. Have a blessed day!

Good Decision

 I chose to go on short sleep and stay with my schedule. Even romance comes with a little price when you get up so early. I also had the pressure of having to redo my progress report comments due to a computer mistake. This morning I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.18 miles in 2:18:34for a 15:05 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 157 bpm with an elevation gain of 273 feet with an average cadence of 129 spm at 40 degrees, but cooling quickly at the end causing some ice to form. Have a blessed day!

Kinda Weird Vibes

 The pandemic is a revealer of the reality of the true state of things. Our school is decimated with many staff and students out due to Covid. The list grows larger daily even as some people return. It’s evident that the staff at the school is not valued. Our health is not important. There are benefits however including reduced traffic, fewer students, lower expectations. This morning I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.13 miles in 2:18:35 for a 15:11 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 148 bpm with an elevation gain of 342 feet with an average cadence of 128 spm  at 39 damp degrees. A little tired , but still blessed!

Looping Around

 I decided to stick strictly to walking with no jogging intervals as my knees were very sore yesterday going down stairs.  The walking paid off as my knees are feeling much better. I did the Woodlot/Raynor Loop doing  9.18 miles in 2:16:56 for a 14:55 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 148 bpm with an elevation gain of 266 feet with an average cadence of 131spm at 23 breezy degrees. 

Notes— I set my alarm incorrectly, so fortunately I woke up only slightly late. I passed the dog walker on Raynor. I realized that he is actually trying to walk fast and I passed him fairly easily. I saw Tim staying with his former mother in law’s having an early morning smoke. I’m glad I stayed with the walking even though I was running behind schedule. I’ve had a time buffer since this pandemic has depleted the highways. There are parts of this pandemic that have been a benefit. I’m grateful that God is in control in my situation and in the big picture. Have a blessed day!

First Official Workout 2022

 I woke up early. First day back to school after Christmas break and first day working out in 2022. I am grateful for health in the midst of this pandemic with so many close to me sick with Covid. I did the Longwood Loop doing 9.13 in 2:19:56 for a 15:19 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 118 bpm with an elevation gain of 313 feet with an average cadence of 130 spm at 33 cloudy very dark degrees. Have a blessed day!

Finale in Hope/Hello to Ridge- Goodbye to 2021

 Thursday- I woke up and was enjoying the peace of the quiet in bed. I quietly transitioned to my workout. I was afraid of a few slick spots, but the footing was fine. I did the Howe Hill Loop. I thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet of Maine even though the hills are challenging. I enjoyed the trickle of brooks and streams as I walked along the country streets of Hope and Camden. The time with my parents was precious as well. We must never take for granted the time with loved ones. I did 9.04 miles in 2:19:59 for a 15:29 minute per mile pace with an average heart rate of 90 bpm and an average cadence of 129 spm with an elevation gain of 701 feet at 30 cloudy degrees. 

Friday I did the Randall/Woodlot workout doing 9.18 miles in 2:22:23 for a 15:30 minute per mile pace with a 164 bpm average heart rate with an elevation gain of 212 feet with a cadence of 127 spm at 45 drizzly degrees in Ridge. I enjoy and have peace about being in New York— I just don’t feel like it is home even with my love Charlotte being here. I think 2022 could be the beginning of change. Thank you Lord that you are always with me.