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The Meltdown - Pylon's Journal V 3.1

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Posted by: Pylon

Ok, first run at this did not go very well, so I'm taking a fresh start. Sunday during football has always been the cheat day, so my intake has been higher, though I'm making an effort to stay away from extra sugar, even today. That kind of stuff seems to carry over more than anything else.

Anyway, just needed a fresh start. The plan going forward is intense lifting 3x/week, cardio 3x, one day off (probably Sunday). Aside from the challenge I've started at work for weight loss, I'm signing up for a 10k run at the end of October. Yeah, I said 10. I know I can do 5k. I want to push it more.

Posted by: Burner02

good luck, Big Kahuna!

Posted by: Devlin

A 10k

That's a hefty challenge, but I'm sure you can tackle it. Good luck and I'll be watching for the updates.

Posted by: Pylon

Hey kids, thanks for coming by the new digs.

Yes, 10K will be tough. Can I do it? Yep. Can I run the whole thing? Um...maybe?

But new journals need to be started right, so despite the "football" food (lots of fresh pretzels, a couple stuffed with brats), I went out and ran a 5K. Ok, "ran" is a strong word. Probably ran half, walked half. The tough part will be finding a good route. This one was ok, but too much road w/out sidewalks. It an issue around here, so I'll be scouting out locations as time goes on. Ideally I'll find routes of 2, 3, 5 and 6.2 miles.

Posted by: Devlin

Good plan there Py. I'm sticking with the 5k until i can get my heart rate to stay in a moderate zone for the entire thing and do the 5k in under 30minutes. After that I will think about going for a 10k.

Posted by: Double D

Hey Pylon post your workouts bud. I have faith in ya with the run. Little bit of dedication will go a long ways.

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Devlin

Good plan there Py. I'm sticking with the 5k until i can get my heart rate to stay in a moderate zone for the entire thing and do the 5k in under 30minutes. After that I will think about going for a 10k.

Yeah, I'm not worried about time that much. Speed is not my thing. For me, it's just about hitting a goal I set.

Posted by: b_reed23

how often will you be running to prepare for the 10k?

Posted by: Triple Threat

Good luck on the new goal.

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by b_reed23

how often will you be running to prepare for the 10k?

Not sure yet. I would suspect it will be at least 2x per week to start, more as it gets closer.

Posted by: Pylon

As promised, back in the gym today. This is day 1 of my new routine, a 3x week lifting plan that uses the up/down method that I like so much. I've decided to center the days around the big 3 lifts. Monday is by far the easiest day of the week. As before, goal is 20 reps, 30 sec rest between sets of reach failure before 20. Minimal rest between lifts...

WU - eliptical, 5 min
WU - bench 95 x 10

Bench - 135 x 7, 3.5
calf raises - 220 x 20
DB flye - 25s x 20
hs incline bench - 90 x 9, 4
db sumo squat - 60 x 20
hs decline bench - 90 x 10, 7
knee raises - bw x 10*
adductor squeeze - 85 x 20
pec deck - 90 x 20

*Decided to switch after 10 and replace with the adductors. They are much more focused on where I want to work. Also, the knee raises required putting some strain on my shoulder, which I am trying to avoid if possible.

Posted by: Fitgirl70

Love the new digs dude!!

A 10K huh??? WOW!!! You go boy!

Now where's that little running smilie Burner?

I'll be watching for updates too Py

Posted by: Burner02

Hey Py!
Way to go, brotha! I am gonna be following suit this afternoon!

Posted by: Burner02

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Originally Posted by Fitgirl70

Love the new digs dude!!

A 10K huh??? WOW!!! You go boy!

Now where's that little running smilie Burner?

I'll be watching for updates too Py

Hope u are talking about this:

'cause I never smile when I run..I smile AFTER I run..

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

Hope u are talking about this:

'cause I never smile when I run..I smile AFTER I run..

I usually stop smiling when I decide to run, and not again until after a shower. I hate running.

Posted by: Fitgirl70

Do you smile WHILE you're showering? Because that's the BIG question here that everyone <ok, just me> wants to know

Posted by: Pylon

Of course! It's the best time of the day!

Nice DOMS working today, nothing crippling, but can feel the work got done. Good times.......

Posted by: Burner02

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Originally Posted by Fitgirl70

Do you smile WHILE you're showering? Because that's the BIG question here that everyone <ok, just me> wants to know

sure! Everytime he bends over, he cracks one!

Posted by: Burner02

...it was funny in jr. high....

Posted by: Pylon

Funny, Burner. Very funny.

Decent day at work, 45 min cardi on the bike at night. Busy day tomorrow, so I may have to shift my lifting to Thu and Sat this week. We'll see.

Posted by: b_reed23

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Originally Posted by Burner02

sure! Everytime I bend over, he cracks me!

Posted by: boilermaker

Hey, Py

Nice new journal. A 10K would be very impressive in my book. Good luck with that. Diet holding up OK? Mine has been doing well, though gym appearances have been sporadic at best, lately. I have to leave for work at 5 this morning, but I'm hoping to get back in there tonight and start updating my journal again.

Have you had any contact with Archie? Haven't seen him on here in quite some time. I hope he is alright. Probably just a little burned out from going balls to the wall for so long prepping for his comp.

Posted by: Fitgirl70

Hi Py!!! How are ya darlin'

Posted by: Burner02

holy crap! I just got hacked by Billie!

Posted by: Triple Threat

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Originally Posted by Burner02

I just got hacked by Billie!

I never heard it called that before.

Posted by: Pylon

Hey everyone....what the heck happened to the page format around here?

Took Wednesday off. Body was tired, family was in town. Did cardio tonight (45 min), as well as softball. Plan to lift tomorrow.

Hey Fitty, you might be interested to know I'm headed down your way soon. I'll be in town the week before halloween for a convention down near Love field.

Posted by: Pylon

Another day, another 45 min cardio. Ho hum...

Posted by: Pylon

A beautiful day in the Lou...took the boy to the park, ran a circuit around the park. Not positive the length, would guess 1.3 - 1.5 miles.

Posted by: Pylon

Also, have discovered a decent running route through a subdivision near my house. No sidewalks, but little traffic. Some hills, but nothing terrible. 3 laps = 5 K, 7 laps = 10K (and a little).

This may become my normal route. I plan to try it out later tomorrow morning.

Posted by: Triple Threat

Do you know what kind of route the 10K is going to be? Flat, hills, etc. You might want to practice on a similar course.

Posted by: Pylon

I assume it will be pretty flat. I'm going to check it out some time in the next couple of weeks. I figure if my training route has some slope, tho, I'll be in good shape.

Posted by: Pylon

I took a look at the info for the run coming up, and I'm a little..ok, a lot concerned. The run starts at 8am. (I don't want to call it a race, since I won't be competing with anyone but myself.) The awards are given out at 9:15, which means you need to go @5mph to finish before the ceremony. I'm not sure I can keep that up at this point, at least not for that much time. I wouldn't mind not winning anything, but I'd like to be done before awards are given out, you know? That in mind, I may just do a 5K this time. Thoughts? anyone out there know anything about acting as a running coach?

Posted by: Burner02

Hey Py!
Sorry...nothing of any real value for training...just find your 'sweet spot' pace and go. You've been running for a while now, you should know what it is.
You can, improve that sweet spot though...
Just one mental (no comments necessary, thank you) trick I did, was to snap my fingers on my left heel strike. If I heard the snapping slowing...I'd pick up my pace...it worked for me. I went from barely being able to knock ot the mile and 1/2 to doing 5 miles in about 38 mins...

Posted by: Pylon

I'm ok on pacing, and I can get decent distance without too much trouble. Problem is, that pace is sloooooooooow....

Posted by: Triple Threat

What kind of pace are you running at now?

Posted by: Pylon

I would guess 4 - 4.5 mph. I usually do a 5K in about 45 min. Like I said, sloooooooooow.

Posted by: Burner02

u throw me off when u say how many mph...I always went by: minutes per mile. (think I got mine to average: 7 1/2 minute miles)

Posted by: Pylon

In that case, I would say 12 - 15 min per.

Posted by: Pylon

Greetings from Batesville, MS....

Down here for a couple of days. I hate being in the south when trying to cut. Everything is fried...not to mention REALLY tasty...So that hasn't gone well for me...

Having an "all hands" dinner tonight. If I have time I'm going to try to get on the treadmill before I go. We'll see....

Posted by: Pylon

So, went to dinner last night. I pretty much just closed my eyes and pointed at the menu and ended up with a sirloin. 24 oz. Huge. And of course my boss jumps in with "I've got 20 dollars says you can't finish that!"

Now, I'm a competitive guy, so I was suckered in right away, even when the CEO jumped in with "That means the potato too!" Yikes.

So, with $20 in my pocket, I woke this morning and dragged my sorry ass to the road. Did about 1.5 miles outside. It's a bit chilly in MS this time of year, in case anyone is interested...

Posted by: Burner02

think of all that protein! GO hit the weights, son!

Posted by: Burner02

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Originally Posted by Pylon

So, went to dinner last night. I pretty much just closed my eyes and pointed at the menu and ended up with a sirloin. 24 oz. Huge. And of course my boss jumps in with "I've got 20 dollars says you can't finish that!"

Now, I'm a competitive guy, so I was suckered in right away, even when the CEO jumped in with "That means the potato too!" Yikes.

So, with $20 in my pocket, I woke this morning and dragged my sorry ass to the road. Did about 1.5 miles outside. It's a bit chilly in MS this time of year, in case anyone is interested...

the 'ol 96'er
"Look at the size of the maggots on that meat!"
-The Great Outdoors

Posted by: Triple Threat

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Originally Posted by Pylon

I hope you enjoyed the meal.

*Note to self: Never bet against Pylon.

Posted by: Pylon

Well, trying to recover from the trip south. Got back just in time for softball. We won in a quick game. (With sunlight getting short, we play with a 2-2 count instead of 1-1.) One more win and we'll have a perfect session.

Last night got in 45 min of cardio work. Was planning on running today, but the rain has set in, so I'll likely be back on the bike tonight.

Posted by: Triple Threat

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Got back just in time for softball. We won in a quick game. (With sunlight getting short, we play with a 2-2 count instead of 1-1.)

Too bad the field doesn't have lights. Starting 2-2 is tough. I once played in a 1-pitch tournament, the equivalent of starting with 3-2 plus a foul ball. I didn't really enjoy it.

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, it's a much different kind of game. I liked it as a change of pace, but wouldn't want to do it very often. I struck out looking the first time up (ball looked flat and outside, but whatever...) Hit the ball hard the other two times. not bad, but not something I'd do long term.

Posted by: Pylon

Another 45 min bike session last night.....

Posted by: Double D

I played a one pitch tournament about a month ago. It sure does make for some quick games. I am normally a first pitch swinger anyways, but after a while I didnt like it.

So Pylon whats good?

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Double D

So Pylon whats good?

Um...try the veal. Or the brisket looks good tonight. But I would stay away from the tripe. Smells bad.

Posted by: Triple Threat

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Um...try the veal. Or the brisket looks good tonight. But I would stay away from the tripe. Smells bad.

Too late. I already ordered the chicken.

Posted by: Pylon

Safe bet. Have the almond rissotto with it, if it's not too late. They mix nicely.

Posted by: Burner02

'morning, Py!
Hope the weekend was a good one for you!

Posted by: Devlin

Just getting caught up in here. Saw you are considering entering a race...I think P-Funk's girlfriend Goal Getter may have run a race in NY before they left for AZ, but not positive. I haven't looked in the training section, but have you posted a thread in regards to training for a race over there?

Looking good with the softball season and the dinner suggestions look even better

Posted by: Pylon

Hey y'all...

Well, my softball season has ended early. No injury, just a schedule conflict. All around, a good season.

Despite not posting, I have been getting in cardio work. Except for Sunday (my day of rest), I've been good about getting 45 - 50 min on the bike each night. Diet is clean as well (since getting home, anyway.)

And glory be, soup season is here! Hooray!!!!!

Posted by: Archangel

Hello BRother Pylon, hope all is well with you!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Holy cow! An Archie sighting! how's tricks, brotha?

Just finished 45 min on the bike...this is becoming a habit...

Posted by: Archangel

Things are getting back, thanks for the support!!! Glad to hear of your habit, keep at it my Friend!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Well, things were going fine, cardio was good, diet clean, all things were well. So then the powers that be said "This is no good. How can we screw with his life a little?"

Hence, I found out yesterday that my gym is shutting it's doors. Tomorrow. AARRRRRRGGHHHHHHH!!!!!

Oh well.....

Posted by: Fitgirl70

Oh D...I'm honey sorry!

I remember when Gold's did that to me...at least you didn't just give them $1200 for PT

Posted by: Pylon

Blah blah blah....

Gym is now officially out of business. I should've tried to buy their squat rack...

A couple of nights off from cardio. We've had parties to go to, so I've been...um...refeeding...yeah, that's it...

On top of it, I somehow strained the lig on the outside of my right knee. (I know the feeling from doing the same thing to my left a few years ago.) It feels better already, but I've been taking it easy just in case. Will probably get back on the bike tonight.

Posted by: Archangel

Thats terrible about your gym!!! 24 hour Fitness is available!!! Take it easy with the leg, hope it heals quickly my Friend!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Well, the knee feels prety good. Wore a wrap all weekend to be safe, but seems to be OK now. Did 45 min on the bike last night, no problems, so I'm going to assume we are ok.

I think I may back off of the 10K thing for this month. I don't want to stress it too much. I may still run the 5k, tho. In fact, I will probably run it. Just want to be careful with it.

As for the gym, haven't started looking yet. I'm mostly doing cardio work right now, which I can do at home. I may end up back at the Y, only because I could get back into racketball that way.

Posted by: Archangel

Sounds good, take care of the knee, and don't forget about me and some raquetball my Friend!!! You'll prolly take me to school, but I'll have alot of fun!!!

Posted by: Burner02

Hey Py!

for your lyrical pleasure....

YMCA, The Village People

Young man, there's no need to feel down
I said young man, pick yourself off the ground
I said young man, 'cause you're in a new town
There's no need to be unhappy

Young man, there's a place you can go
I said young man, when you're short on your dough
You can stay there, and I'm sure you will find
Many ways to have a good time

It's fun to stay at the YMCA (rpt)
They have everything for young men to enjoy
You can hang out with all the boys

Young man, are you listening to me
I said young man, what do you want to be
I said young man, you can make real your dreams
But you've got to know that one thing

No man does it all by himself
I said young man, put your pride on the shelf
And just go there, to the YMCA
I'm sure they can help you today

Chorus

Young man, I was once in your shoes
I said, I was down and out with the blues
I felt no man cared if I was alive
I felt the whole world was so jive

That's when someone came up to me
And said young man, take a walk up the street
There's a place there called the YMCA
They can start you back on your way

It's fun to stay at the YMCA (rpt)
You can get yourself clean
You can have a good meal
You can do whatever you feel

oh..and in case you travel abroad..to say...Germany...you can still sing along!

Junger Mann, dort ist keine Notwendigkeit, unten zu fühlen
Ich besagter junger Mann, Auswahl sich weg vom Boden
Ich besagter junger Mann, ' verursache Sie bin in einer neuen Stadt
Es gibt keine Notwendigkeit, unglücklich zu sein

Junger Mann, gibt es einen Platz, den Sie gehen können
Ich besagter junger Mann, wenn Sie auf Ihrem Teig kurz sind
Sie können dort bleiben und ich bin sicher, daß Sie finden
Viele Weisen, eine gute Zeit zu haben

Es ist der Spaß, zum am YMCA (rpt) zu bleiben
Sie haben alles, damit junge Männer genießen
Sie können mit allen Jungen heraus hängen

Junger Mann, sind Sie hörend auf mich
Ich besagter junger Mann, was Sie sein möchten
Ich besagter junger Mann, Sie kann real Ihre Träume bilden
Aber Sie haben, diese eine Sache zu kennen

Kein Mann tut sie ganz allein
Ich besagter junger Mann, setzte Ihren Stolz auf das Regal
Und gehen gerade, zum YMCA
Ich bin sicher, daß sie Ihnen heute helfen können

Chor

Junger Mann, war ich einmal in Ihren Schuhen
Ich sagte, war ich unten und heraus mit dem Blau
Ich glaubte keinem Mann, der interessiert wurde, wenn ich lebendig war
Ich glaubte, daß die ganze Welt so jive war

Das ist, als jemand bis zu mir kam
Und besagter junger Mann, nehmen gehen herauf die Straße
Es gibt einen Platz, der dort das YMCA genannt wird
Sie können Sie auf Ihrer Weise zurück beginnen

Es ist der Spaß, zum am YMCA (rpt) zu bleiben
Sie können sauber sich erhalten
Sie können eine gute Mahlzeit haben
Sie können tun, was auch immer Sie glauben

Posted by: Pylon

OK, you have convinced me not to join the Y...

Posted by: Triple Threat

Burner, is there something you're trying to tell us?

Posted by: Burner02

I'm just tryng to help a friend out..and all I get is hate.

Posted by: Pylon

I appreciate the effort, Burner...

OK, I've been on a mini-slide since last week. On the bright side, my diet hasn't been as bad as it could be. (I've been eating a lot of cereal, but it's been stuff like frosted mini-wheat. I have a mortal weakness for them.) ad news is I've stalled out on cardio work. I've decided I need to get a gym lined up and get back to work. Looks like is will be the Y. Good locations (even if only decent facilities) and I can go back to a metro membership, which is good. Planning on getting set up Monday.

Posted by: Double D

I'll never step foot in a YMCA again. Whenever I was in college we were suppose to have free passes because we were students. We went there and the lady was completely rude and wouldnt let us even go in. She said she didnt know anything about it. So we went back to the dorms (our school gym was getting redone). Called about it the next day and the manager said that we could come and it would be free. Went back same lady and eveyrthing and she still wouldnt let us in. We leave the manager calls us the next day saying well we are sorry, but due to people leaving trash in the parking lot we decided to break ties with your school! Hell no one from our school ever goes there! So as an end results I am banning YMCA's from anything I do for the rest of my natural life.

But I hope you like it.......

Posted by: Pylon

Well, I doubt it was the same location (

), but even so, you shouldn't write off the Y as a whole because of a couple of people. But I can certainly understand why you would.

Posted by: Double D

Actually I went to school at Maryville University in St.Louis!!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Really? Which Y gave you problems? Are you from the Loo?

Posted by: Burner02

is that..like...Missoui slang?

Posted by: Pylon

The Loo is the hip way of saying St. Louis. It was Nelly's idea. He's really cool.

Posted by: Burner02

word, yo

Posted by: Double D

Haha, no not from there, but lived there for 2 years while I went to school there. I am like 2 hours or so away. I went to the Y around Chesterfield.

Posted by: Burner02

wait..I was wrong...in Mo..it would be: word, y'all....

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Burner02

wait..I was wrong...in Mo..it would be: word, y'all....

Yeah, get it right, dude.

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Double D

Haha, no not from there, but lived there for 2 years while I went to school there. I am like 2 hours or so away. I went to the Y around Chesterfield.

If you mean the one by the mall, then it's the same branch. My office is by Spirit airport, so I could go to the O'fallon branch (nice) or Wildwood (I've heard it's nice too.)

Huh. small world. Where you at now?

Posted by: Double D

Right now I live by Springfield Illinois.

I dont go to a gym, I have the things I need at home in my garage.

Posted by: Pylon

OK, quick update -

No, I haven't been posting, which means no w'outs, either. (And a crap diet, but....well, you know...)

ANYWAY, good news. I joined a new gym today. Ended up not going to the Y after all. The place down the street is letting me finish out the year at the same price I was paying at the old gym (about $30/month less than their going rate.) If I stay, the rate will probably even go down a bit more in January. (They are combining everyone from the old gym into a group and giving us a rate based on numbers. I would end up paying about $10 less than I was.)

First w/out will be tomorrow. I'll try to get caught up with everyone later tonight.

Posted by: Triple Threat

That's great news about the gym. Now get in there and start cracking.

Posted by: Double D

Fantastic news, glad you arent going to the crappy YMCA....haha.

Posted by: Burner02

sounds good! U back at the gym then?

Posted by: Pylon

Planning to lift tomorrow at lunch, working on the routine tonight. My day will be short since I scored tix to the games tomrrow night. Should be a good time...

Posted by: Archangel

Good Stuff on the Gym my Friend!!! I have changed Gyms also, 24 started closing certain pieces of equipment down, and not taking care of athers, so I cut 'em loose!!! Now at GOLD's Gym, and I must say I absolutly LOVE it!!! Now wheres that w/o???

Posted by: Pylon

OK, I did get in the lifting, but haven't had a chance to post. I left the book in the car and it is pouring down rain, but I'll grab it and post later. Numbers weren't much to look at, but it sure felt good to be back!

Posted by: Burner02

you are better off than I am, sir!
missed my workout....can't go again till wednesday....I gotta huryy up-n-hit the powerball...this having to work for a living is getting in the way of the things I wanna do!
Good to see ya pounding it out again! And don't worry..the #'s will go back up soon enough.

Posted by: Double D

Whether numbers are good or not, the important thing is that you actually got to the gym.

Posted by: DeadBolt

Hey Py how goes it?! Whats new?

Double D is right check the ego at the door mi amigo!

Posted by: Pylon

Hey y'all...

Not posting, but not ducking the numbers. Was at the game last night (cards-mets, great game!) Played racketball tonight. Not enough sleep...really tired. Will post numbers....um...at some point, I promise...

Posted by: Triple Threat

3, 15, 82, 9. There. I posted some numbers for you.

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks, Trips. Big help.

Greetings to everyone from sunny SF, CA! I never posted my details from the last w/out, and I don't have my book with me, so I will get to it when I get home.

Got in a short w/out here before dinner. the hotel has a universal station, so I did 3 laps of a circuit, rep count of 20, 15, 10, increasing the weight each round. After w/u, did cable curls, leg ext, GC palm down pulldowns and prisoner squats. Minimal rest, was targeting failure with the wieght for each. Did pretty good on guessing, considering the plates weren't really marked. Not bad for a quick w/out before dinner.

Posted by: Pylon

I'm reading a book called "The Speed of Trust", and how you can build credibility in business. It starts with self-credibility. One of the things he mentions, in fact, is telling himself he would w/o in the morning, but then hitting snooze. He mentions being honest enough with himself to either change his alarm or his plan or both. I though about that last night while telling myself I would get up and run. I've been short on sleep the last week (thanks, Cards!) so really needed the extra Zs. I moved the alarm back an hour with a promise to do an in room w/o when I awoke...

3x circuit - 10 reps each - prisoner squats, crunches, pushups, dips

So, I got the sleep, did the work I promised myself I would do, and am ready to start the day feeling pretty good. I think I make promises to myself I have no intention of actually doing, but the promise sounds good. I'll have to keep a closer eye on that.

By the way, how 'bout them Cardinals? Can I get an Amen?

Posted by: Double D

I was just getting ready to ask you how about those Cards?!?! Isnt that fuckin awesome!!!! Up 1-0 and thier worst pitcher just pitched like cy young. Unbelievable!!!!!!! I think the pitching is rubbing off.

Posted by: Pylon

Well, not as good a game tonight, but that's ok. Just needed the split in D, now we come home. It's all good.

For myself, did ok on food, got some extra work by walking to dinner. It's about 2 miles. (I took a cab back.)

Posted by: Archangel

Whats up BRother Pylon, I'm with you....... I'm ecstatic that they split!!! I am however shocked that they did NOTHING about the pine tar on his hand!!!

Posted by: Double D

My good friend has tickets to the game tonight! I hate rich people!

Well fellas 2-1 right now need a big win tonight that way we dont have to depend on Reyes!!! That would be pretty crappy.

Posted by: Pylon

Well, looks like things are going to settle down a bit now that the WS is over. I'm done with travel for a bit, so I'm planning on getting back into my normal gym routine. (I feel like I've been saying that a lot...) But I mean it this time. Promise.

Posted by: Archangel

Glad its all over myself, getting little sleep is a killer on the w/o's!!! Best Wishes to you, and GO CARDINALS!!! "World Series Champions", Man that sounds and looks GOOD!!!

Posted by: gwcaton

PY,

whats going on in here ?

Posted by: Triple Threat

Posted by: Pylon

OK....

I've gotten in a nasty rut, and not sure how to dig myself out. I have found myself repeating the same pattern for the last 2 weeks or so. Each morning I leave with the intent of heading to the gym at lunch, then lunch rolls around and I'm either busy/hungry/tired, so I promise to do cardio at home (can you see where this is going?), then am tired when I get home, and by the time the boy is in bed, I don't feel like doing cardio, so I promise I will hit the gym the next day.............

I'd like to say I've at least kept my diet in check, but that isn't really true either. I don't know if it is the weather, new job, or what....but it sucks.

Suggestions?

Posted by: gwcaton

workout before you go to work , thats what all the great ones do

Posted by: Triple Threat

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwcaton

workout before you go to work , thats what all the great ones do

Posted by: Double D

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwcaton

workout before you go to work , thats what all the great ones do

Going to be doing that again not next week but the week after. Back onto 12 hour shifts for 7 days! So yeah I will get 1 hour of home time and 1 hour and gym time! URGH!!!

Posted by: Burner02

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Originally Posted by gwcaton

workout before you go to work , thats what all the great ones do

hey...I resemble this remark!

Posted by: Pylon

sorry, no way the AM will work. It's either lunch or evening.

The good news is I got in cardio tonight (45 min). I also got my heavy bag back up, which got me feeling a little better.

Posted by: b_reed23

I'm having the same motivation problems PY, just keep keeping on

Posted by: Archangel

Can I recommend a Fullbody HIT routine 2 times a week, lunch would be great if you have the time!!! Hang in there BRother Pylon, we ALL go through this my Friend!!!

Posted by: DeadBolt

Hang tuff bud we feel your pain!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks everyone.

Arch, the problem isn't time. The problem is motivation!

At the very least, I'm trying to get better. 45 min again tonight of cardio. 2 in a row!

Posted by: Archangel

Motivation huh??? Anything I can do to help??? Don't forget we need to get together for some raquetball my Friend!!!

Posted by: Burner02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Thanks everyone.

Arch, the problem isn't time. The problem is motivation!

At the very least, I'm trying to get better. 45 min again tonight of cardio. 2 in a row!

hey Py-
for every 5 workouts....I betcha Billie AND Tam...will be happy to send photos of them with one less article of clothing.
I call it: Strip fitness.

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

hey Py-
for every 5 workouts....I betcha Billie AND Tam...will be happy to send photos of them with one less article of clothing.
I call it: Strip fitness.

Um....yeah, that might do the trick!!!!

Posted by: Burner02

I knew it would....I knew....it would....

So...Tam...Billie...Take care of my dear friend, Pylon here, please...oh..and I get pics too for being the genius mind behind: Strip fitness.

Posted by: Pylon

Ok, here's the issue in my life....

I've mentioned the new gig a couple of times. I've joined the HR department at my company, and will eventually be working specifically on OD (organizational development). My job is basically to make the company a better place to work. It's all good, right?

Not so much. See, the problem is it has been made REALLY clear by a couple of people in HR that I am not welcome and not wanted in the department. I'm the kind of guy that thrives on teamwork, and since moving over have tried to be humble, defferential, and and appreciative as I can of those around me. I've never worked in HR before, so I am out on an island trying to figure out how to do my job, but the response has not always been positive.

Case in point. Today I got a call from my former boss (who wanted me fired at one point, which is why he is my *former* boss.) He was calling for my help in making an offer to a candidate, made some jokes, and generally seemed pleased to have my help. (This is HUGE for me, by the way.) So I went to our head of recruiting to pass the info along. (She got there later than me, and he had left her a message, but he wanted to talk to someone about what was happening, so he called me. Also HUGE.)

So I pass along the info, and she gets all up in my grill about getting on her turf, and why am I involved when it's none of my business. When I tried to tell her I was just passing on the message, she informed me she did not need me to "check up on her." (The last part was in front of a couple of other people.) This is just a sample of the hosility I have gotten from some of the people. (Not everyone, I should point out.) But I know a lot of people in the company (been there 5 years), and if they need help, they are likely to call the guy they know, right?

ANYWAY, I left, not intending to go back. But I've got a wife and a kid (plus one on the way), so I went back and talked with my boss. I told him I had no energy to be somewhere I'm not wanted. After a long talk, we decided the next step would be a team meeting to clear the air (without me in the room.) I'll catch up with him in the AM for an update.

Again, I am on good terms with some of them, but it is clear at this point that I'm an outsider. Heck, I'm more welcome in the finance department than in my own! (I even managed to get all those accountants to sing happy birthday for one of their directors this morning, which I guarantee was a first!)

So, I'm sitting here drinking a very nice bottle of merlot, skipping my w/out, feeling very disappointed and sorry for myself. (I'll get over it...I think...) At least the wine will help me sleep, right?

I just don't get it. All modesty aside, I'm a nice guy who has been up front about my own ignorance in HR and asking for help. I love OD and have found a passion again for my work. But I find myself for the first time in more than 10 years on a team that apparently doesn't want me. I'm more than a little hurt. Crushed, really. I've traveled to other states to set up projectors for people, been willing to act as their own personal IT person, moving their offices and PCs for them, helping them fix broken computers, and have tried every time to tell them how much I appreciate all the help and advice. In return, there are some of them that won't even make eye contact with me.

Maybe it will get better tomorrow. But I'm not holding my breath.

Thanks for letting me vent. (Not like you could have stopped me, right?

)

Posted by: Triple Threat

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

hey Py-
for every 5 workouts....I betcha Billie AND Tam...will be happy to send photos of them with one less article of clothing.
I call it: Strip fitness.

And for every 5 workouts that you miss, Burner will send you photos of him with one less article of clothing. Now that's incentive.

Posted by: Triple Threat

Bummer on the job situation. Any other possibilities if that doesn't pan out?

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple Threat

Bummer on the job situation. Any other possibilities if that doesn't pan out?

Actually, I was so thrilled with the opportunity, I stopped looking. Not too smart on my part, I guess...

BTW, finished off the merlot, and am on my 2nd bottle of Sam Adams Octoberfest. Good stuff. But there are only 3 of those left (and yes, I will likely polish them off.) After that, I have one chilled zinfendel and 2 warm whites, so I am likely done.

Posted by: Pylon

Oh, wait...I have a lot of bud light in the back of the fridge...........

Posted by: Pylon

you know, the real bitch of it is i LOVE the work in front of me.

I've also started working thru the rest of the helloween candy....woohoo

and its getting harder to type...

Posted by: Burner02

so...either you are binging on Bud Light and chocolate...
or you gave beer to kids as halloween candy? Man...I needed to come to YOUR neighborhood!

Posted by: Pylon

Well, I made it thru the week. Glad it's finally over.

My sister told me there is a 3k run coming up (the turkey trot) and we might be running together. It gives me a short term project to work on, anyway.

Also, I'm cooking t-day dinner for the fam. I think I may change up the menu to make it more healthy then planned. Easy enough with turkey. The rest becomes a challenge, but one the might be a lot of fun to try. any suggestions?

Posted by: Pylon

I really wasn't looking forward to getting back to the office today, and after a couple of hours I was ready to get out. And what do you know, the gym was still there waiting for me....

WU - treadmill, 10 min

bench - 135x10,5
standing calf - 225x20
db flye-30s x 20
donkey calf-120 x 20 (meant to set it at 160 - doh!)
incline bench - 95x7,4
sumo squat-80x20
decline bench-95x10,6
adductor-120x20
pec deck-100x20

As usual, going to 20 reps or failure. rest/pause of 30 sec where needed.

I found myself feeling much more calm through the rest of the day. Maybe my glucose levels were just low. Whatever it was, it felt pretty darn good.

Posted by: Pylon

Oh yeah, I think my sister and I are doing a 5k together on turkey day. should be fun!

Posted by: Archangel

Great w/o BRother Pylon, and congrats on the run, thats Good Stuff!!!

Posted by: boilermaker

Hey Pylon. How's it going?

Posted by: Double D

Full body huh? That always takes so much outa me. Nice workout.

Posted by: Pylon

The "full body" variant I'm using alternate upper and lower body lifts. I've found it is a good way to crank up the intensity level a bit in a short time.

Posted by: Pylon

Day 2 in the gym this week. (Two in a row! Woohoo!)

Cardio today. Did a mile on the treadmill, then 20 min on the bike.

Posted by: Pylon

Well, I did get to the gym to lift, but I don't have my book with me. I'll post numbers in the morning. But I want to make sure I am on record as having gone.

3 days in a row.

Posted by: Triple Threat

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

3 days in a row.

Posted by: b_reed23

very impressive Py!! I can't wait to hear all about the 5k

Posted by: Burner02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

And what do you know, the gym was still there waiting for me....

It always is, sir...welcoming you, beckoning you...taunting you NOT to come in....

Gonna race on T-Day! WAHOO! make room for the grub!

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, that's the plan. My sista and I are supposed to have lunch tomorrow. I think I'm going to drag her to city hall to register!

Didn't go to the gym at lunch, had a work lunch instead. (Went with the cobb salad.) Got in 45 min cardio tonight at home. Didn't get a lot out of it, since my legs are pretty shot from lifting yesterday, but it still counts!

Posted by: Archangel

Good lookin w/o's and Best Wishes to you on the race my Friend!!!

Posted by: gwcaton

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Well, I did get to the gym to lift, but I don't have my book with me. I'll post numbers in the morning. But I want to make sure I am on record as having gone.

3 days in a row.

Posted by: Pylon

Made it to the gym for day 5 yesterday, but (again) don't have my book with me. the good news is its outside in the car, so I'll bring it in and post the last 2 w/outs later today.

Posted by: Triple Threat

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Made it to the gym for day 5 yesterday, but (again) don't have my book with me. the good news is its outside in the car, so I'll bring it in and post the last 2 w/outs later today.

The good news is that you're actually working out, unlike some people we know who shall go nameless. Burner

Posted by: Triple Threat

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple Threat

The good news is that you're actually working out, unlike some people we know who shall go nameless. Burner

Nameless? I thought we called them "Burner"...

Posted by: Pylon

Ok, here are the missing w/outs...

Wednesday -

WU - 5 min bike, squats 135x10

squats - 225x11, 9
bb curl - 70x10,6
leg press - 360x20 (more on this below)
db hammer curls - 25s x 10,10
cg pulldowns - 120x10,10
lat pulldowns -90x10,10
leg ext - 110x20
face pulls - 60x20

I'm adjusting to the new machines, so some of the weights are off. As usual, aiming for failure at 20 reps, 30 pause where set is broken up. The leg press is a nautilus, but it has a rocking motion at the top of the range which threw me off a bit. I'll have to get used to it.

Friday
wu - bike, 10, deads, 45x10

deadlifts - 135x10, 185x10, 225x7
seated db mil press - 30s x 20
upright rows - 65 x 12,8
iso leg curl - 40 x 13,7
db french press - 40 x 20
rope pushdowns - 100 x 15,5
db slds - 40s x 20
skulls - 45 x 8,6

The deadlifts are straight sets, not pushed to failure. I'm starting to really like doing them, and am happy to have them on my list. (My back is killing me today, though. I mean that in a good way. It all in the posterior chain.)

Posted by: Double D

Good lookin workout pylon, nice job buddy.

Posted by: Archangel

Excellent w/o's Brother Pylon!!! Is the Nautilus leg press plate loaded??? The one at Golds is, real weird at first!!! Best Wishes!!!

Posted by: Pylon

These pics show the difference in the angle of the foot plate through the lift. It's not a lot, and I understand why (it should reduce the stress on your ankle by giving you a flatter surface to press against through the lift), but it still felt odd.

Posted by: Pylon

By the way, while searching for those pics, I stumbled upon some good info on the Houston Texans' website regarding their lifting programs. Might be worth checking out.

Posted by: Triple Threat

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I stumbled upon some good info on the Houston Texans' website regarding their lifting programs. Might be worth checking out.

Are you going to share the link with us, good buddy?

Posted by: Archangel

I second BRother Triple!!!

Posted by: Burner02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Nameless? I thought we called them "Burner"...

oh...wait...it's true....

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple Threat

Are you going to share the link with us, good buddy?

For the google impaired...

http://www.houstontexans.com/fitness/routines.php

Posted by: Archangel

Very Interesting indeed, thanks Brother Pylon!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Quick update...under the weather a bit...stuffy, sore throat, etc. Nothing too serious, but it has sapped my energy a bit. Going to try to play racketball today. We'll see how it goes...

Posted by: Triple Threat

Posted by: Archangel

Hope you feel better quick my Friend!!! Have a GREAT Thanksgiving too BRother Pylon!!!

Posted by: gwcaton

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Quick update...under the weather a bit...stuffy, sore throat, etc. Nothing too serious, but it has sapped my energy a bit. Going to try to play racketball today. We'll see how it goes...

Hope this doesn't interefere with the feast ! Happy Thanksgiving

Posted by: Burner02

I've seen the man eat....he'll have no problems...

have a Happy Thanksgiving, my friend!

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah yeah yeah....

Feeling a bit better. The cold really did a number on me, but (of course) I am feeling better just in time to go back to work.

Did play racquetball on Wednesday, football on Thursday. I thought I had broken my arm after my 17 year old nephew steamrolled me over the middle. (Granted, I was setting a pick on him to spring his brother, but it was like hitting a wall.) I think it's ok, but it's going to be one of those that is too deep to actually bruise. Ouch. Should be ok to lift Monday.

Posted by: Burner02

u gonna take that from some 17 year old kid? c'mon!

Sounds like ya had fun.

Posted by: Triple Threat

There's nothing like playing a contact sport with someone half your age to make you realize you're not a youngster any more.

Posted by: Archangel

Hope the arms ok my Friend, Best wishes to you!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, got it handed to me a bit. Live and learn, right?

Feeling better, tho. Planning on lifting tomorrow. Enough of the leftovers and the goodies. Time to get back to work.

Posted by: Burner02

next year...go for the knees!

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

next year...go for the knees!

A man cant stand a man cant hit, Good Stuff, LOL!!! I always wanted to use that phrase from Karate Kid 3 or something like that!!!

Glad the arms okay my Friend, don't forget about me and some r-ball sometime down the road!!!

Posted by: Pylon

OK, OK, got busy with work yesterday, but did lift today. (Arm feels fine, by the way...)

WU - bike, 5min; bench - 45x10

Bench - 135 x 13,3
Standing calf - 255 x 20
DB flye - 35s x 12, 5
donkey calf press - 165 x 20
incline bench - 95 x 9, 3
db sumo squat - 90 x 20
decline bench - 95 x 11, 6
adductors - 120 x 20
pec deck - 70 x 20, 100 x 10 (set it too low by mistake, so added a short set)

Weights still not where they should be, but load and/or reps are up on everything, so the trend is in the right direction.

Will catch up on other journals later, I promise...

Posted by: Burner02

lookin' good, Py! Maybe put the flyes after your pressing movements, though?

Posted by: Pylon

Thought about it, but want to break up the presses. I'm looking to bump up metabolism, not really concerned about the amount lifted. (OK, that's a lie, but it's not a total lie, you know?)

But I may try swapping it around in a couple of weeks and seeing if it makes any difference.

Posted by: Burner02

it will..you know the saying: do the compound lifts first...flyes are finishing lifts.

tomorrow, I am gonna do this:
BB Bench Press
Military Press
Flyes
Upright rows
CG Bench Press
press downs

but..that's just me.

Posted by: Double D

Cant wait to see the progress Py.

Posted by: b_reed23

then again, there is nothing wrong with doing flyes in between just to change things up a bit

you are doing awsome Py!! How would you feel about another comp. in Jan. or Feb??

Posted by: gwcaton

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

OK, OK, got busy with work yesterday, but did lift today. (Arm feels fine, by the way...)

WU - bike, 5min; bench - 45x10

Bench - 135 x 13,3
Standing calf - 255 x 20
DB flye - 35s x 12, 5
donkey calf press - 165 x 20
incline bench - 95 x 9, 3
db sumo squat - 90 x 20
decline bench - 95 x 11, 6
adductors - 120 x 20
pec deck - 70 x 20, 100 x 10 (set it too low by mistake, so added a short set)

Weights still not where they should be, but load and/or reps are up on everything, so the trend is in the right direction.

Will catch up on other journals later, I promise...

way to go Py !

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by b_reed23

then again, there is nothing wrong with doing flyes in between just to change things up a bit

you are doing awsome Py!! How would you feel about another comp. in Jan. or Feb??

you mean one in which I actually participate?

Posted by: b_reed23

BINGO...

Posted by: Pylon

What a week....

Didn't get in any w/outs after the last post. The winter storm blew through town and shut everything down. 2 inches of ice, and of course it shows up the day I have all day meetings with the CEO.

Anyway, got through it fine. Didn't lose power (did lose cable and internet for a while.) Not worrying about food for now. Work Xmas party tonight. Should be back on track for Monday.

I've also decided to use the rest of the year to just get back in the habit, get re-conditioned to the work and prep for a hard cut come 1/1.

Posted by: gwcaton

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

What a week....

Didn't get in any w/outs after the last post. The winter storm blew through town and shut everything down. 2 inches of ice, and of course it shows up the day I have all day meetings with the CEO.

A man with a plan

Posted by: Double D

I feel your pain with that ridiculous storm. I was out of work for 3 days and didnt get to workout. Kinda sucked, but then again I didnt have to go to work, that was a plus.

Posted by: Burner02

oh..and for the storm: You're welcome...

had a nice snow here...and thought I'd let it go for others to enjoy...

WAHOO! 1/1/2007...it's ON! er...wait...make that 1/2/2007....

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, I was actually thinking that earlier today. 1/1 isn't a great time to start.

The party went well, no major problems. (A few minor ones, but they got taken care of.) Got the tree up today, as well as a few other minor tasks. Good weekend.

Posted by: Burner02

Py...chippin away at the hunny do list...

(I wish I had a hunny do list...I have list envy, actually)

Posted by: Pylon

I have a couple of days off, and found myself with an interest in lifting, so off I went. I got my hair cut real short again, which always makes me want to lift, for some reason. I also decided to up the cardio and go back to the HD HIT program...

WU - treadmill, 1 mile; DB lat raises, DB row, hammer curls - 10s x 10

DB lat raises - 20s x 10
BO DB row - 40s x 10
BB curl - 60 x 10
pushdowns - WU 60x10; 100 x 10
SS dips - BW x 3

ROM on dips needs to be better, but no dip welfare, which is a trafe I'm willing to make. Everything else was full ROM, 2 count up, 4 count down. Went a little light, but not too far off. I'm wary of going to heacy on the lat raises, since those seem to aggrevate my neck, so those won't get too heavy any time real soon.

Posted by: gwcaton

Nice going Py !

Posted by: Archangel

Awesome, back to HD HIT!!! Good lookin w/o my Friend!!! Have you considered doing the reverse pec dec for your rear delts??? Or even face pulls for that matter, definatly watch your neck!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Are the lat raises supposed to target rear delts, traps or both? I wouldn't mind subbing something else in. The raises seem to both me more than anything else.

Posted by: Archangel

I'm an idiot, I misread and thought you where doing bent over laterals, never mind!!! Does your gym have a Nautilus Lateral machine??? Those REALLY hit your delts, and no stress on my neck, Good stuff!!! If not have you given thought of training with one arm at a time, hold onto something solid and raise one arm at a time, that will also help BIGTIME with your form and Focus!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, I could switch to cheat laterals, I guess. I'll look for a machine to replace them. The good news is no ill effects from yesterday's lifting.

Posted by: Archangel

Definatly look for a replacement machine, if not maybe try limiting your rom to only going up with each arm to just below your chest (does that make sense?) the reduced rom will keep ALL tension on your delts, and not much pull on your neck, just a thought!!!

Glad no ill effect from the w/o, Great sign!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Did 30 min cardio last night, but wasn't really into it. Just kinda blah, but I still want credit for the work.

Posted by: Archangel

Definatly Credit for Cardio, I can't stand it myself!!!

Posted by: gwcaton

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Did 30 min cardio last night, but wasn't really into it. Just kinda blah, but I still want credit for the work.

Posted by: Double D

Some HIT huh? I just cant do that, I get way to into it and puke every damn time. Nice work, much respect from me.

Posted by: Triple Threat

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Did 30 min cardio last night, but wasn't really into it. Just kinda blah, but I still want credit for the work.

Posted by: b_reed23

doing good with the diet or still suffering?? I've almost givin up trying to eat well

Posted by: Burner02

was'sup, Py!

Posted by: Triple Threat

Posted by: b_reed23

hiya PY!! I need some help finding a recipe that uses spiced rum, BUT you can cook or bake it off...I've had requests at work...can you help me out?

Posted by: Burner02

Rum Balls! Rum Cake!

Posted by: Archangel

How goes it BRother Pylon??? The 20th is not doable for me my Friend, my wife told me I promised to take her to see Rocky Balboa!!! We WILL hook up soon though my Friend!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by b_reed23

hiya PY!! I need some help finding a recipe that uses spiced rum, BUT you can cook or bake it off...I've had requests at work...can you help me out?

I'm not really sure what you are looking for here. Just anything that uses up spiced rum? Are you looking for main dish, dessert, liquid meal, or something else?

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Archangel

How goes it BRother Pylon??? The 20th is not doable for me my Friend, my wife told me I promised to take her to see Rocky Balboa!!! We WILL hook up soon though my Friend!!!

Oh well. Another time, then. Let me know how you like the flick!

Posted by: Pylon

OK, so my declaration that my neck felt fine after lifting was a bit early. It just took an extra day to kick in for some reason. Starting to loosen up, so I will hopefully be lifting tomorrow.

And no, Billie, I haven't done a great job on food either. In fact, spent some time this weekend making cookies with my mom. We did a batch of gingerbread and a batch of sugar. The good news is I put in a stick of butter (instead of the 2 it needed), which left it very dry. I compensated with more milk and an extra egg. The cookies turned out pretty good, plus a much lower fat content than expected. (Still not real good for you, I'm sure, but it's something at least.)

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