Monthly Archives: October 2011

Biding my time

Posted on October 28, 2011 by admin

After last weekend’s assault on the body, I’ve been taking several days off to let things heal up and not be sore.  As much as I like pushing it, “pushing” though the pain is usually the best way to get … Continue reading →

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Achieved overtraining

Posted on October 25, 2011 by admin

Finally! I’ve achieved overtraining. It’s not really a positive accomplishment in the regimen but it tells me where the absolute limit is. My foot is hurting a bit after doing a 3 hour tow on Saturday and then a 9 … Continue reading →

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Better feeling big drag

Posted on October 23, 2011 by admin

Saturday was a long tire drag day, a full 5 miles.  It’s nothing like the 15-20 I’ll need to be doing in the winter.  It’s something you have to work up to.  After doing the assault ride 2 weeks ago, … Continue reading →

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Adding a dimension

Posted on October 20, 2011 by admin

I added a dimension to the basic tire dragging route.  My backpack came along with me for the drag.  Having that pack added a ton of load to my hips, making it feel as though I hadn’t backpacked in years. … Continue reading →

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Getting the right capture equipment

Posted on October 17, 2011 by admin

Finding the right video camera to capture this year’s training trip has been a production. As much as I like running around with my Nikon D300s, it’s just not practical for expedition filming. It’s great for dual-capture for video when … Continue reading →

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Still on this side of the Rubicon

Posted on October 17, 2011 by admin

After this morning’s tire tow, I found that my legs have stayed on the positive side of my training event last week.  After my hamstrings bothered me all week, everything felt great for this morning’s 40 minute tire towing session. … Continue reading →

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Upgrading the workout routine

Posted on October 15, 2011 by admin

After a recovery run this morning to the top of Tamarack, my hamstring started to feel better.  Once I got home, I did the un-manly thing and implemented a stretching routine.  After surfing the web for a whopping 2 minutes, … Continue reading →

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Go take a flying leap

Posted on October 13, 2011 by admin

Taking a flying leap into the next level of riding an working out almost put me into the worst pit for long-distance athletes.  The hell of injured hamstrings.  Of all muscles to kill off and develop trouble with, those seem … Continue reading →

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Big bite

Posted on October 11, 2011 by admin

When you sign up for something with enthusiasm, you might not look at all the impacts or challenges the activity entails. As you get into the details, you might realize that the challenge is much greater than what you first … Continue reading →

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Training in any weather

Posted on October 6, 2011 by admin

When you’re training for a major expedition, you have to train regardless of the weather conditions. I suppose if there’s a lightning storm or a flood, then you can have a pass. For us southern Californians, some rain can be … Continue reading →

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