The Meltdown - Pylon's Journal V 3.1

Pylon · 09-16-2006, 05:55 PM

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.

Pylon · 09-17-2006, 11:27 AM

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?

Burner02 · 09-17-2006, 04:23 PM

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...

Pylon · 09-17-2006, 06:25 PM

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

Triple Threat · 09-18-2006, 06:51 AM

What kind of pace are you running at now?

Pylon · 09-18-2006, 09:35 AM

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

Burner02 · 09-18-2006, 11:09 AM

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)

Pylon · 09-18-2006, 11:31 AM

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

Pylon · 09-20-2006, 02:19 PM

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....

Pylon · 09-21-2006, 04:57 AM

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...

Burner02 · 09-21-2006, 11:46 AM

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

Burner02 · 09-21-2006, 11:50 AM

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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

Triple Threat · 09-21-2006, 06:18 PM

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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...

I hope you enjoyed the meal.

*Note to self: Never bet against Pylon.

Pylon · 09-23-2006, 08:36 AM

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.

Triple Threat · 09-23-2006, 11:00 AM

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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.

Pylon · 09-23-2006, 03:57 PM

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.

Pylon · 09-24-2006, 06:30 AM

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

Double D · 09-24-2006, 08:39 AM

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?

Pylon · 09-24-2006, 04:39 PM

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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.

Triple Threat · 09-24-2006, 07:29 PM

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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.

Pylon · 09-25-2006, 06:13 AM

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

Burner02 · 09-25-2006, 08:55 AM

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

Devlin · 09-25-2006, 05:45 PM

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

Pylon · 09-26-2006, 07:07 AM

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!!!!!

Archangel · 09-26-2006, 04:16 PM

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

Pylon · 09-26-2006, 09:02 PM

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

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

09-16-2006, 05:55 PM	#31
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09-17-2006, 11:27 AM	#32
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	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?
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-17-2006, 04:23 PM	#33
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,291	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...
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

09-17-2006, 06:25 PM	#34
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	I'm ok on pacing, and I can get decent distance without too much trouble. Problem is, that pace is sloooooooooow....
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-18-2006, 09:35 AM	#36
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	I would guess 4 - 4.5 mph. I usually do a 5K in about 45 min. Like I said, sloooooooooow.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-18-2006, 06:51 AM	#35
Triple Threat ... Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Lost Posts: 9,321 Photos: 4	What kind of pace are you running at now?

09-18-2006, 11:09 AM	#37
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,291	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)
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

09-18-2006, 11:31 AM	#38
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	In that case, I would say 12 - 15 min per.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-20-2006, 02:19 PM	#39
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	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....
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-21-2006, 04:57 AM	#40
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	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...
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-21-2006, 11:46 AM	#41
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,291	think of all that protein! GO hit the weights, son!
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

09-23-2006, 08:36 AM	#44
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	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.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-23-2006, 03:57 PM	#46
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	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.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-24-2006, 06:30 AM	#47
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	Another 45 min bike session last night.....
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-24-2006, 08:39 AM	#48
Double D Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 9,901	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?
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09-25-2006, 06:13 AM	#51
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	Safe bet. Have the almond rissotto with it, if it's not too late. They mix nicely.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-25-2006, 08:55 AM	#52
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,291	'morning, Py! Hope the weekend was a good one for you!
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

09-25-2006, 05:45 PM	#53
Devlin Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: KY Posts: 3,278 Photos: 27	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
	Time to face the jury (and myself) Time to bring sexyback

09-26-2006, 07:07 AM	#54
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	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!!!!!
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-26-2006, 04:16 PM	#55
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,178 Photos: 4	Hello BRother Pylon, hope all is well with you!!!
	"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

09-26-2006, 09:02 PM	#56
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	Holy cow! An Archie sighting! how's tricks, brotha? Just finished 45 min on the bike...this is becoming a habit...
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton Fresh Start Journal

09-27-2006, 02:33 PM	#57
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,178 Photos: 4