I know you want it

So they last couple weeks have been very different in my training. I've picked up my running to train harder for the Ragnar. As of today I ran 4.25 miles and kept under an 8:00 pace. 7:52 to be exact. I don't even know when the last time I did that was. It feels great to know I can push myself to get faster every time I run. Plus running by people gives me a lot more confidence. There are miles of bike paths around here and they are packed everyday with runners and bikers. That helps me as well seeing all these people. I can't let them beat me!!!

Speaking of biking. I went biking the other day. Kind of my cross training day. 22 miles and loved it. So much to see! Passed a bunch of cranberry bogs, some ponds and lakes, and hundreds of people. Stopped at a little country store on the path that had everything in the world out seemed. Dozens of bikers of all ages were there just relaxing, getting food and drinks, and enjoying life. The owner says he sees hundreds of people a day. He has quite the location. You know what they say about business: location location location.... he's doing quite well for himself. Down the road from there are a couple fresh water lakes. Of course I had to stop and see it. Again bikers having a picnic and swimming. Water temperature: 80 degrees. Was amazing! I stayed for a few and went on my journey.

I get to Nickerson State Park. I finally found hills!! It is quite a large park, comparatively speaking with the size of Cape Cod. Bike trails all over it. Up and down and around sharp corners. I tore those trails up! Thank God I didn't see anyone because they were screwed if they were around a corner from me. I didn't really think of that until after the fact. Oh well it was fun!! Sick workout too! I'm definitely going to be going back soon.

It is a pretty interesting area. Can't wait to see the cranberry bogs full, wellfleet oysterfest, and any other crazy tradition on the Cape. They say the leaves don't really change here do that will be different.

Until next time!

Two hats were on a hat rack in a hallway. One says to the other "stay here and I'll go on a head"

I See Them Changes

Being here at a place that I didn't know a person has definitely helped me understand some things about me. I spend a lot of time by myself figuring things out. And I'm OK with that. I understand me more and understand what it is I need to do next. Do I know what the next step is, no....however I know what it is I need to do. And I have already started planning for that. Once I get the details down, I'll let you know.

I feel like a lot about me has changed since I have been here as well. From my mindset to my workouts. It is different for me but I like it. My workouts are completely different. We have a gym here on property, and we are not allowed to use it. Ironically I haven't seen a single person use it either and that highly upsets me. It just sits there with new equipment and doesn't get touched....I'm not bitter or anything......so I have to get creative in what I do.

When I left Albany in May, I had 16.5 inch arms, 57 inch shoulders, and I was close to 230 pounds. I could bench press and squat a pretty good amount of weight. I was pretty happy with my size. Now.....I'm not so big. Dropped down to 210 and definitely not as muscular. Oh how I miss it. I had to change my workout to all body weight and high intensity workouts. I'm definitely not as strong as I was before but I'm quicker, more agile, more endurance, and faster. I don't mind that so much. I feel great actually. Wish I could have both mass and quickness. Hmmm.....but I'm definitely enjoying this style workout. And it has been a challenge to me because I know how strong I used to be, and I can see that I struggle with something I never used to. But once I get back to the gym in October, watch out. I will enter beast mode.

I am training for the Ragnar race I ran last year. I was not as prepared as I thought I was last year, so this year I will be ready. Running is starting to be something I enjoy.....did I just say that.....weird. Let's just say I don't hate it as much as I used to. I actually feel great running and watching my pace drop lower and lower. Gives me something to push towards now. So if you are in the ADKs in the end of September, come out and support our team!

I will be visiting Silver Bay in less than a month. I cannot wait. It will be a nice little vacation even though it is completely booked solid already. Lots of fun activities planned with some great people. So get ready everyone.

I leave you with this: life is like a penis....simple, relaxed and hanging freely. Its women who make it hard.

Just kidding ladies!!! Kind of hahaha