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SUNDAY
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MONDAY
Sunny
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TUESDAY
Moderate or heavy rain shower
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WEDNESDAY
Patchy light rain in area with thunder
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June 24

Run
  • 2h 13m 12s
  • 6.55 miles
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Feeling rough out there this morning. Too much beer last night/too much breakfast this morning. Totally my own fault. Strategy was to just put one foot in front of the other and get some miles in. After the first couple, I really didn't struggle much until around mile 4 when I needed much more fluids than I had with me. Heat/sun really bothered me today - also a consequence of too much fun, I suspect. ;) Glad I got it in. Going to repeat this afternoon.

Had fun as the pig roast/German music/beer fest last night.  Enjoyed the music more than I thought I would.  It helped that several of us had chairs set up in the pig cooking department, rather than at the tables where the music was taking place.  Much more fun with a little distance between us and the music. 

Was not in the mood to walk this morning, but I talked myself into it and of course, now that its done, I'm glad I did it.

June 23

Run
  • 1h 56m 25s
  • 5.67 miles
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Something screwy with these readings. For the life of me, I can't figure out how if I walk out 3 miles, the return trip on the exact same route is only 2.67. Also know that I was moving faster than this.

Anyways.... Had a beautiful morning and amazing scenery. Really doesn't get any better than this! :)

Walking this morning, then running errands.  Really need to get going with the last minute WAO preparations.  In 4 weeks, I start walking!  This afternoon/evening, I agreed to go to a German party.  A polka, accordian, pig roast, beer fest.  What the hell was I thinking?
 
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June 22

Run
  • 2h 08m 42s
  • 6.67 miles
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Almost traded this for a nap in my new chair. Fun to be back on my normal turf again. :)

Ahhhhh, there's no place like home. :)  Went out for breakfast this morning since there is nothing in the house.  Getting ready to head out on a walk, then restock the house with food.  I'll take this opportunity to get some decent stuff instead of crap.  Not much else on the schedule today.  Unpack, spoil the cat, who has barely been away from my side since I've been home.  Oh, and I have a new hammock chair to figure out where to hang. :)  
 

June 21

1:00 am Friday morning.  Home.  Boy do I have one happy cat.


 

June 20

Swim
  • 15m
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Mostly stroke work. Backstroke did a great stretch on the shoulder, but man did it hurt!

Last full day in Costa Rica and I'm feeling lazy.  Discovered a hammock chair, which is even more comfortable than lying in the hammock.  You can sit upright, but still stretch out and even lie back for a nap if you want.  I do believe one of these will be making its way into my suitcase. :) 

Thoughts are starting to go back to the real world and getting in shape.  I'm thinking seriously of hiring a trainer to help me get back on track with strength workouts.  I'm a little lost right now and I think a professional may be just the help/accountability I need.  Not sure how to go about finding someone.  The first thing that comes to mind is to renew my membership at the Y and go with a trainer there.  Any other thoughts?
 

June 19

Swim
  • 20m
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Kickboard, balance and a few laps. Kick still sucks. lol

Run
  • 2h 15m
  • 3.07 miles
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More bird and wildlife watching than walking this morning, but it was time on my feet, so it counts, right? ;) Had a great morning wandering around at a pace that was consistent with keeping my eyes to the trees and sky. Beautiful sunrise walk at the beach and I was alone. I needed the alone time. Badly.

June 18

Swim
  • 10m
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Run
  • 1h 45m
  • 4.18 miles
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Down the hill and on the beach - had the boys pick us up, so didn't have to do the climb back up today. :)

Really glad I'm getting some pool time here.  Its making a big difference in the shoulder range of motion.  Its making it hurt more, but totally worth it to have it working better. I haven't been walking as much as I intended, but honestly its nice to have some down time.  When I get home, everything is going to be full tilt towards WAO, so I'm enjoying the break from stressing.

Taking me forever to finish the Chrissie Wellington book.  Its good enough, but obviously not something I can't put down. 

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