The last few weeks have been difficult. I've been traveling again. Both across the continent to Vancouver, BC and then to Philadelphia. Plus, I caught something on the plan ride back from Detroit to State College that's knocked me on my ass. I spent most of the last two days sleeping.
I did get out for a mid-afternoon run today: 7.67 miles in 59' 10" for a 7' 42" pace. I don't know which were heavier, my legs or my chest. I did take a soak when I got home hoping to sweat some more of the sickness out.
I did get out for a mid-afternoon run today: 7.67 miles in 59' 10" for a 7' 42" pace. I don't know which were heavier, my legs or my chest. I did take a soak when I got home hoping to sweat some more of the sickness out.
My Aug. 23 Run
Now for some good news. Sue and I have been doing a run/walk at night around Bellefonte. We usually walk but lately Sue's been wanting to run. When we get back we've been having a glass of chocolate milk (based on reports that it is supposed to aid in recovery). I'm not sure if it works but, it sure does taste good.
Also, we've been trying to weed out more processed foods from our diet and instead are eating more vegetables and fruit. Personally, I've given up diet soda as well. I've only had two in the last three weeks and, I don't miss it. (Check out the ABC report on artificial sweetners and weight gain). We've also read two books on the subject: The Full Plate Diet and Food Matters. They were giving away free copies of the Full Plate Diet. I don't know if they still are. I think Sue found out therough the Parade magazine in the Sunday paper. It contains some good information, particularly in the food rating sections.
Food Matters is written by Mark Bittman. You may know him from the NY Times article, Vegan Before Dinnertime. An interesting read both in regards to eating healthier but also in regards to minimizing the impact on the planet.
Now for some good news. Sue and I have been doing a run/walk at night around Bellefonte. We usually walk but lately Sue's been wanting to run. When we get back we've been having a glass of chocolate milk (based on reports that it is supposed to aid in recovery). I'm not sure if it works but, it sure does taste good.
Also, we've been trying to weed out more processed foods from our diet and instead are eating more vegetables and fruit. Personally, I've given up diet soda as well. I've only had two in the last three weeks and, I don't miss it. (Check out the ABC report on artificial sweetners and weight gain). We've also read two books on the subject: The Full Plate Diet and Food Matters. They were giving away free copies of the Full Plate Diet. I don't know if they still are. I think Sue found out therough the Parade magazine in the Sunday paper. It contains some good information, particularly in the food rating sections.
Food Matters is written by Mark Bittman. You may know him from the NY Times article, Vegan Before Dinnertime. An interesting read both in regards to eating healthier but also in regards to minimizing the impact on the planet.
Jeff,
Good resources and article - thanks. Always trying to weed out the bad stuff myself - if only I didn't crave sweets! Have been wondering why I immediately drink a glass of chocolate milk (or two) after exercising. Now I will feel less guilty.
If you get a chance, read the article The Way We Eat Now: http://harvardmagazine.com/2004/05/the-way-we-eat-now.html
Joe
Personally, I've given up diet soda as well. I've only had two in the last three weeks and, I don't miss it.
¡Blasphemy!
I kid, I kid. As I think we've discussed I've kicked it many times myself, but it's always lured me back. Don't go back to it, and keep in mind that soda tastes nasty when you've been off of it for a while.
Hey Joe,
That is a great article. Fascinating information. Ive been doing the chocolate mile for the last three weeks now, usually after my evening run, and I like it. Even if it's nothing more than a placebo, it sure tastes good :)