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Learning and Pancakes

I think it is possible to learn something every day, and many of my fellow bloggers have taught me a great deal. Today I learned that while here in the States today is most often referred to as Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, after reading several blogs I learned that many other countries refer toContinue reading “Learning and Pancakes”

A Day Full of Treats

Three day weekends are such a treat. I was able to sleep in a bit today and meet my training partner at the pool at 9:00 instead of 6:15. Driving in while the sun is shining was also a treat. We had a good swim, 2,600 meters and I am feeling more myself again. MostContinue reading “A Day Full of Treats”

Ups and Downs

I never consider elevation to be much of an issue living in Northeast Ohio. My home is at an 1,175 foot elevation. Yesterday during my assessment the trainer commented that my heart rate during the half marathon should have averaged a bit lower than usual since I was running at sea level. I took aContinue reading “Ups and Downs”

In the Zone

This morning I had my Cardio Point assessment to see how my training is improving my heart rate zones – or not. I am pleased to report I am going in the right direction. The two areas I have been focusing on is building my lower aerobic base and increasing the fat calories I burnContinue reading “In the Zone”