Hey, I remember this place...

Pylon · 06-30-2009, 08:31 AM

Cardio day...

Back on the track after the break. As last time, hip is ok until about the 3/4 mile mark. Tried to keep to a rolling gate the whole time, minimizing the impact as much as possible. Got through a mile, but really had to slow down (not that I was going very fast to begin with) to get through it. I may need to check into some serious running shoes after all.

Finished up on the elliptical for 30 min.

I'm really disappointed about this. I was hoping rest would take care of it, but no change from 2 weeks ago. It's an impact issue, and I admittedly put a lot of stress on it just by my weight. The pain is in the back of the joint where the thigh bone and pelvis meet, behind the glute (and other stuff). Can't ice it, can't really stretch it. The best I can do with it is to stretch the glute, which helps a little, and use the elliptical, which seems to work the area fairly well without impact.

I was really hoping to do my first 5k next weekend. It's the all star game here in STL, and they are holding the first all-star weekend 5k on Sunday. I may give it a go anyway, just to have done it, but don't want to push too hard and cause long term issues.

b_reed23 · 07-01-2009, 01:56 AM

sorry to hear about your hip pain! I had that when I started doing all this running and discovered it was the road! Do you road run or sidewalk run? I found that the slope in the road was bad enough to mess up my left hip

Pylon · 07-01-2009, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b_reed23

sorry to hear about your hip pain! I had that when I started doing all this running and discovered it was the road! Do you road run or sidewalk run? I found that the slope in the road was bad enough to mess up my left hip

A Billie sighting! My day is made!

Mostly track running inside, but it's a small track (18 laps/mile), so a lot of turns and banked corners. Maybe that has something to do with it. I'll try the treadmill and see what happens.

Great to see you! Hope you are well!

Pylon · 07-01-2009, 07:46 AM

Cardio work, 45 min on the elliptical.

Triple Threat · 07-01-2009, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Mostly track running inside, but it's a small track (18 laps/mile), so a lot of turns and banked corners. Maybe that has something to do with it. I'll try the treadmill and see what happens.

I read somewhere that if you always run in the same direction on a track, this can cause imbalances. It's got to do with forces on the body, especially in the turns. Try running the reverse direction if possible half the time. Another reason to stay with straight-ahead sprints.

Pylon · 07-01-2009, 12:34 PM

They alternate direction based on even or odd dates, so I don't think that's the issue. I can't swear, though, that I haven't been going in the same direction the last few times. Yesterday was counter-clockwise, meaning the left leg was on the inside and probably absorbing more impact in general. Still, it hasn't been an issue up until a few sessions ago.

Pylon · 07-02-2009, 07:45 AM

OK, first session on the new w/out. Weights are sadly low. Clearly the layoff hurt me in strength and endurance. I'm looking forward to seeing the numbers go back up....

WU - run, 1/2 mile

Squat - 135x5, 225 x 4, 185 x 5, 5

Bench - 45 x 10, 135 x 5, 5, 5

SLDL - 10s x 10, 30s x 10, 10, 10
SS DB BO rows - 10s x 10, 20s x 10, 10, 10

DB french press - 30 x 10, 40 x 10, 6
SS DB pullovers - 30 x 10, 40 x 10, 6

Notes:

Overall felt very good, beside the disappointment in the loads. The hip felt ok on the run, though I felt it after squats a little. I'm going to try to hit the shoe store today.

The SLDL/Row combo is better than expected. It really puts a strain (in a good way) on my back, since the hams get baked right before rows.

The french/pullover combo is ok, but could be better. I think it would be improved if I switch to skulls, as that would keep me in the same position and hit the tris in the same motion as the pulls, moving their focus to the lats.

katt · 07-02-2009, 09:17 AM

Nice job Py, despite the injury.. TOH and I were talking that we need to start the running again, it's great cardio, especially when it's so nice outside right now

Triple Threat · 07-02-2009, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by katt

especially when it's so nice outside right now

It may be good weather where you are, but here in the northeast I'm beginning to fell a little like Noah.

I think there have been about 4 days with no rain since the beginning of June.

Pylon · 07-03-2009, 11:29 AM

Cardio day - ellip, 1 hour

Legs pretty sore from yesterday, so this we a real treat.

Picked up some new running shoes yesterday. I apparently have rock solid arches. I pronate a little, which is normal, but the wear pattern on my shows points to a limited amount. So I'm not sure if the new shoes will help, but they sure are comfy.

Burner02 · 07-05-2009, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by katt

Nice job Py, despite the injury.. TOH and I were talking that we need to start the running again, it's great cardio, especially when it's so nice outside right now

I like walking at night. I do need to step it up a bit and do some running

Scarface30 · 07-09-2009, 06:31 PM

how's it going Py? Blues haven't been on the market yet much with the free agency. Hossa signing a 12 year deal with the Hawks, he said he thought they were going to be the next big Cup contender in a few years.. that's similar to what he said about the Pens and then the Wings...

Pylon · 07-14-2009, 09:33 AM

Hey all...

Sorry, been busy and been traveling. Diet has been ok, not counting Sunday. (Went to the All-Star Futures game at the ballpark, so that's a free-for-all.)

Got into the gym today...

WU - run, 1 mile (and no hip pain!)

deadlifts - 135x5, 225x5, 255x1 (bit of a strain, so I dropped down), 225x5, 5, 5

seated OH DB press - 30s x 10, 40s x 10, 10

Lat pulldowns - 100 x 10, 8, 75 x 10
SS CG pulldowns - 100 x 10, 4, 75 x 10

Pylon · 07-15-2009, 10:12 AM

Cardio day, 45 min on the elliptical.

Which, by the way, is just about equivalent to 1.1 episodes of 24. Just saying.

Burner02 · 07-16-2009, 04:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Hey all...

Sorry, been busy and been traveling. Diet has been ok, not counting Sunday. (Went to the All-Star Futures game at the ballpark, so that's a free-for-all.)

Got into the gym today...

WU - run, 1 mile (and no hip pain!)

deadlifts - 135x5, 225x5, 255x1 (bit of a strain, so I dropped down), 225x5, 5, 5

seated OH DB press - 30s x 10, 40s x 10, 10

Lat pulldowns - 100 x 10, 8, 75 x 10
SS CG pulldowns - 100 x 10, 4, 75 x 10

way to go, you animal!

Pylon · 07-16-2009, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

way to go, you animal!

Yeah, I was really impressing people. They were all like

(love the new icons, BTW...)

Pylon · 07-16-2009, 08:02 AM

Cardio day...60 min elliptical. Which is about 1.5 episodes of 24, in case you are wondering.

And yes, I lug my laptop into the gym to watch it while I work. I get a lot of looks, which turn to jealousy. Good times.

Pylon · 07-16-2009, 08:07 AM

Also, for some reason I've been struggling with food the last few days. I think it's the big bag of PB M&Ms in the office. Don't worry. They're all gone now.

Burner02 · 07-16-2009, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Yeah, I was really impressing people. They were all like

(love the new icons, BTW...)

well...if you'd stop wearing the 70's gear: The sweat band, the short shorts and the 1/2 top...people wouldn't stare....

katt · 07-16-2009, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Also, for some reason I've been struggling with food the last few days. I think it's the big bag of PB M&Ms in the office. Don't worry. They're all gone now.

ok so I just saw coconut M&M's yesterday.... but I didn't buy them

Pylon · 07-16-2009, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

well...if you'd stop wearing the 70's gear: The sweat band, the short shorts and the 1/2 top...people wouldn't stare....

Stop wearing it? So.....you want me to work out naked? And you think that would be better?

Pylon · 07-17-2009, 07:55 AM

Friday...

Had to be in the office for a 6am call with some people in Europe, so skipped the gym.

Then only 5 of the 25 showed up. The call lasted 10 min instead of 60, so....

Friday...

WU - run, 1/2 mile. Smooth, no hip pain.

Squats
135 x 5
185 x 10
235 x 5
185 x 10
185 x 5

Bench press
45 x 10
135 x 7
135 x 5
135 x 5
135 x 4
135 x 3

SLDLs SS BO DB Rows
10s x 10, 10s x 10
35s x 10, 20s x 10
35s x 10, 20s x 10
35s x 10, 20s x 10

DB French press SS DB Pullovers
35 x 10, 35 x 10
35 x 10, 35 x 10
35 x 10, 35 x 10

My tris were baked by the last set. Still not happy with the loads, but got more reps and generally more weight this time through. Progress, I suppose...

Archangel · 07-17-2009, 04:41 PM

Workout looks good Brother, the load is NOT important, the rep quality is!!! looin good my Friend, hope all is well!!!

Pylon · 07-18-2009, 05:58 PM

Hey, an Archie sighting!

Burner02 · 07-19-2009, 03:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Archangel

Workout looks good Brother, the load is NOT important, the rep quality is!!! looin good my Friend, hope all is well!!!

Ho-lee-crap! Look who is back!
Hiya Archie!

Archangel · 07-19-2009, 07:33 PM

Whats goin on my Friends??? I'm gonna try to get back, missed all my Friends!!!

Pylon · 07-20-2009, 07:46 AM

Likewise, Chief. We're just keeping your seat warm.

Pylon · 07-20-2009, 07:48 AM

I've been hit with a minor cold or something, and I've been hobbling around thanks to the Friday workout load, so really not feeling my best the last couple of days. Took the family to Grant's Farm yesterday (like everyone else in St. Louis, judging by the crowd). Parking is a beast, but it sits on a nice long paved trail, so we parked about a mile away and walked each way.

Cardio today - 30 min elliptical. Really was not feeling it, but got my time in. Blech.

Archangel · 07-20-2009, 07:27 PM

Hope ya kick the bug my Friend!!!

Pylon · 07-23-2009, 11:50 PM

Hey all...

No workouts since Monday. Trying to shake the cold. The extra rest has helped, I think. Finally feeling better.

Just over a week until vacation!

06-30-2009, 08:31 AM	#91
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Cardio day... Back on the track after the break. As last time, hip is ok until about the 3/4 mile mark. Tried to keep to a rolling gate the whole time, minimizing the impact as much as possible. Got through a mile, but really had to slow down (not that I was going very fast to begin with) to get through it. I may need to check into some serious running shoes after all. Finished up on the elliptical for 30 min. I'm really disappointed about this. I was hoping rest would take care of it, but no change from 2 weeks ago. It's an impact issue, and I admittedly put a lot of stress on it just by my weight. The pain is in the back of the joint where the thigh bone and pelvis meet, behind the glute (and other stuff). Can't ice it, can't really stretch it. The best I can do with it is to stretch the glute, which helps a little, and use the elliptical, which seems to work the area fairly well without impact. I was really hoping to do my first 5k next weekend. It's the all star game here in STL, and they are holding the first all-star weekend 5k on Sunday. I may give it a go anyway, just to have done it, but don't want to push too hard and cause long term issues. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-01-2009, 01:56 AM	#92
b_reed23 this is why I'm hot! Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: West Tennessee Posts: 5,348 Photos: 39	sorry to hear about your hip pain! I had that when I started doing all this running and discovered it was the road! Do you road run or sidewalk run? I found that the slope in the road was bad enough to mess up my left hip My Journal!

07-01-2009, 07:46 AM	#94
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Cardio work, 45 min on the elliptical. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-01-2009, 12:34 PM	#96
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	They alternate direction based on even or odd dates, so I don't think that's the issue. I can't swear, though, that I haven't been going in the same direction the last few times. Yesterday was counter-clockwise, meaning the left leg was on the inside and probably absorbing more impact in general. Still, it hasn't been an issue up until a few sessions ago. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-02-2009, 07:45 AM	#97
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	OK, first session on the new w/out. Weights are sadly low. Clearly the layoff hurt me in strength and endurance. I'm looking forward to seeing the numbers go back up.... WU - run, 1/2 mile Squat - 135x5, 225 x 4, 185 x 5, 5 Bench - 45 x 10, 135 x 5, 5, 5 SLDL - 10s x 10, 30s x 10, 10, 10 SS DB BO rows - 10s x 10, 20s x 10, 10, 10 DB french press - 30 x 10, 40 x 10, 6 SS DB pullovers - 30 x 10, 40 x 10, 6 Notes: Overall felt very good, beside the disappointment in the loads. The hip felt ok on the run, though I felt it after squats a little. I'm going to try to hit the shoe store today. The SLDL/Row combo is better than expected. It really puts a strain (in a good way) on my back, since the hams get baked right before rows. The french/pullover combo is ok, but could be better. I think it would be improved if I switch to skulls, as that would keep me in the same position and hit the tris in the same motion as the pulls, moving their focus to the lats. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-02-2009, 09:17 AM	#98
katt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 4,576 Photos: 37	Nice job Py, despite the injury.. TOH and I were talking that we need to start the running again, it's great cardio, especially when it's so nice outside right now

07-03-2009, 11:29 AM	#100
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Cardio day - ellip, 1 hour Legs pretty sore from yesterday, so this we a real treat. Picked up some new running shoes yesterday. I apparently have rock solid arches. I pronate a little, which is normal, but the wear pattern on my shows points to a limited amount. So I'm not sure if the new shoes will help, but they sure are comfy. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-09-2009, 06:31 PM	#102
Scarface30 C'Nucked Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Halifax, Canada Posts: 2,104 Photos: 6	how's it going Py? Blues haven't been on the market yet much with the free agency. Hossa signing a 12 year deal with the Hawks, he said he thought they were going to be the next big Cup contender in a few years.. that's similar to what he said about the Pens and then the Wings... Warning: Seismic Testing Zone

07-14-2009, 09:33 AM	#103
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Hey all... Sorry, been busy and been traveling. Diet has been ok, not counting Sunday. (Went to the All-Star Futures game at the ballpark, so that's a free-for-all.) Got into the gym today... WU - run, 1 mile (and no hip pain!) deadlifts - 135x5, 225x5, 255x1 (bit of a strain, so I dropped down), 225x5, 5, 5 seated OH DB press - 30s x 10, 40s x 10, 10 Lat pulldowns - 100 x 10, 8, 75 x 10 SS CG pulldowns - 100 x 10, 4, 75 x 10 "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-15-2009, 10:12 AM	#104
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Cardio day, 45 min on the elliptical. Which, by the way, is just about equivalent to 1.1 episodes of 24. Just saying. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-16-2009, 08:02 AM	#107
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Cardio day...60 min elliptical. Which is about 1.5 episodes of 24, in case you are wondering. And yes, I lug my laptop into the gym to watch it while I work. I get a lot of looks, which turn to jealousy. Good times. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-16-2009, 08:07 AM	#108
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Also, for some reason I've been struggling with food the last few days. I think it's the big bag of PB M&Ms in the office. Don't worry. They're all gone now. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-17-2009, 07:55 AM	#112
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Friday... Had to be in the office for a 6am call with some people in Europe, so skipped the gym. Then only 5 of the 25 showed up. The call lasted 10 min instead of 60, so.... Friday... WU - run, 1/2 mile. Smooth, no hip pain. Squats 135 x 5 185 x 10 235 x 5 185 x 10 185 x 5 Bench press 45 x 10 135 x 7 135 x 5 135 x 5 135 x 4 135 x 3 SLDLs SS BO DB Rows 10s x 10, 10s x 10 35s x 10, 20s x 10 35s x 10, 20s x 10 35s x 10, 20s x 10 DB French press SS DB Pullovers 35 x 10, 35 x 10 35 x 10, 35 x 10 35 x 10, 35 x 10 My tris were baked by the last set. Still not happy with the loads, but got more reps and generally more weight this time through. Progress, I suppose... "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-17-2009, 04:41 PM	#113
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,531 Photos: 4	Workout looks good Brother, the load is NOT important, the rep quality is!!! looin good my Friend, hope all is well!!! "I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

07-18-2009, 05:58 PM	#114
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Hey, an Archie sighting! "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-19-2009, 07:33 PM	#116
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,531 Photos: 4	Whats goin on my Friends??? I'm gonna try to get back, missed all my Friends!!! "I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

07-20-2009, 07:46 AM	#117
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Likewise, Chief. We're just keeping your seat warm. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-20-2009, 07:48 AM	#118
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	I've been hit with a minor cold or something, and I've been hobbling around thanks to the Friday workout load, so really not feeling my best the last couple of days. Took the family to Grant's Farm yesterday (like everyone else in St. Louis, judging by the crowd). Parking is a beast, but it sits on a nice long paved trail, so we parked about a mile away and walked each way. Cardio today - 30 min elliptical. Really was not feeling it, but got my time in. Blech. "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

07-20-2009, 07:27 PM	#119
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,531 Photos: 4	Hope ya kick the bug my Friend!!! "I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

07-23-2009, 11:50 PM	#120
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bottom of the hill Posts: 6,865 Photos: 1	Hey all... No workouts since Monday. Trying to shake the cold. The extra rest has helped, I think. Finally feeling better. Just over a week until vacation! "The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman

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