Walking for Wine

Just got back from The Cask, local wine bar in my neighborhood. They have a fine selection of wines by the glass and beers. Having The Joe Ross band playing most Thursday evenings with the fabulous Ronnie Pierce is a plus. I love being able to walk to the bar (15 minutes) from home. Of course, I'm wearing my sport wallet!

Under a cloud

Ugh, I feel like there is a cloud hanging over my head today. Ever have one of those days? I don't know whether to blame the weather--it is actually very cloudy, wet and gray today. Or, If I'm just in a funk today. I'm heading off to pilates and hopefully that will cure the blahs.

Lift Pass Holder

Figured out another use for the multipurpose sport wallet. Keep your ski lift pass in your sport wallet. No need to worry about having it fall out of your pocket or leaving it behind in your other jacket. I take off my sport wallet at the end of the day with the pass intact and put it right back on the following weekend. Very helpful for forgetful me! p.s. this works for ski areas with RFID (radio frequency) systems.

Still hurting

I experience 2 epic days of skiing last Saturday and Sunday at Crystal Mountain. Deep powder skiing on Saturday and Sunday must've killed my legs. I am STILL tired. An attempt at running this evening turned into a slow slog walking back uphill. I am definitely experiencing slower recoveries. Why?

Focused on accessories

Wahine Sport is focusing on producing accessories that are functional with a lot of style for active women. We've got lots of new prints and colors for our sport wallet. Wear on your wrist while running, at the gym, traveling, clubbing, walking the dog or shopping!

Out of hibernation

Wow, I feel like a fog has been lifted. I have had a cold/flu (whatever) for about a month. Persistent cough that is annoying to everyone, myself included. Constant relapses or catching new colds. It was a struggle to keep up with my fitness routine. People would give me the evil eye at the gym when my coughing fits started. Every morning run lapsed into a sluggish walk back home. Why does 3 miles seem so long when you really just feel like climbing back in bed? Anyhow, I'm excited to be partaking in my fitness activities once again.

Running at Night

My internal clock has a preference for working out in the evening. And for years, I've noticed that my running is more productive and enjoyable at night in the dark! I just read this article in Runners World about running in the dark.

Here's an excerpt from the article:
In fact, Youngstedt says that some athletes may benefit from evening workouts, citing recent research among a group of swimmers whose performance peaked between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. Although the responsible mechanism isn't yet understood, Youngstedt says there are several potential contributing factors. One is body temperature, which tends to be higher later in the day and has been linked to increased strength and reaction time. Another is the release of two hormones important for energy metabolism, cortisol and thyroptopin, which are at their highest levels in the evening. "We all have internally generated body rhythms that dictate when we feel and perform our best," Youngstedt says. "You have to find what works for you."

To read the entire article, go to http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-267--10838-0,00.html

Of course, I run on a well lit paved running path, wear my cute reflective vest. Now I just need to remember to add the headlamp.