Browsing Archive: January, 2009
Posted by Alan Jenkin on Thursday, January 29, 2009,
In :
training
I was reading a runner's forum recently where a runner asked the question "Do I need a GPS?" The answers were interesting, varying from runners who believed they were an unnecessary waste of money to those who would never run without one. So what is the truth? Do you need one? Probably not. Would it help you improve your running? Almost certainly. Would it be fun to have? Definitely! I have run with a Garmin GPS for couple of years now and wonder how I ever trained without one. The curr... Continue reading ...
Posted by Alan Jenkin on Wednesday, January 21, 2009,
In :
training
ON SALE UNTIL JANUARY 26 -- ONLY $499 AND FREE SHIPPING!
($200 OFF THE REGULAR PRICE).
Horizon Fitness Sale!
The T90 treadmill is just what you need for these cold winter days
we're experiencing in the Northern Hemisphere right now. And at this
price, you won't get better discount treadmills! An
all-purpose treadmill for those who are ready for more power and
options, the T90 is a full-size treadmill with plenty of features for
beginners and workout enthusiasts alike - from a commercial grad... Continue reading ...
Posted by Alan Jenkin on Wednesday, January 21, 2009,
In :
training
I am making a special one time offer of the Half Training Schedule eBook. You see, I need some testimonials to put on the site to encourage people to buy it, so for the first five testimonials I can use on the site I will refund 100% of the cost of the eBook. In other words, you get a $17.95 value for free! With Half Marathon season getting seriously under way, this is an opportunity you cannot afford to miss. It means that not only can you have my 5 Essential Stretches for Runners book at ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Alan Jenkin on Friday, January 16, 2009,
In :
training
I have been working on a Stretching Routines eBook called 5 Essential Stretches for Runners. I had some technical challenges, so it has been delayed almost a month from the date I originally intended. However, it is now available and can be downloaded at no charge from the Members' Area of the web site Half Training Schedule. Continue reading ...
My training schedule is still being held back by hip pain. I self-diagnosed either a hip flexor strain or an ITB (ileo-tibial band) strain. Whatever it is, it's been forcing me to run slow and easy all the time for the last couple of months and is driving me crazy! We runners are a funny bunch. We hate to miss running because of injuries, but we also hate to spend time in doctors' offices to get treatment. I finally bit the bullet today and went to see a physical therapist. I'm glad I did, ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Alan Jenkin on Sunday, January 11, 2009,
In :
cross training
This is the time of the year when the weather has us looking at fitness equipment dealers for our exercise needs. So I got really excited when I found out there are some great deals on the best home exercise equipment right now. This sale ends on January 17, so you'll need to be quick if you want to buy. Here are some of the deals I found:
ProForm CrossWalk 380 Treadmill on sale $349.99. Save $150 1/11-1/17NordicTrack... Continue reading ...
Choosing Your Best Athletic ShoesBeginning runners frequently ask whether heavy running shoes or light running shoes are better. There is no simple answer to this question, because it depends on three factors: 1. the runner 2. the training schedule and 3. the intended race (if any). Taking the runner first, a heavy runner is likely to need heavier shoes than a lighter runner, simply because lighter shoes tend to break down more easily under the extra pressure. However, the weight of the shoe i... Continue reading ...
I just found out that there is a huge sale of the best home fitness equipment starting tomorrow! It only lasts for a week, so if you need equipment, now is definitely a marvelous time to buy. Here are two great links for you to try:
NordicTrack Incline Trainer X3 Interactive Treadmill on sale $1599.99. Save $900 1/11-1/17!
All Fitness Equipment on sale + 5% Cash Back or No Interest No Payments until Feb 2010 1/11-1/17
It seems like the fitness equipment dealers overstocked for what turned o... Continue reading ...
Yes -- I ran today and felt so good about it! This morning was bright and sunny and cool here in Huntsville: a perfect day for running. My upper respiratory infection, which started just after Christmas, has improved enough that I was able to take a 30 minute easy run and enjoy the weather. Also, I was wearing a new pair of tights, which I had read about in a forum, to support my hip flexor or ITB. Joy! I was able to run without pain for the first time in a month or more. It seems that the s... Continue reading ...
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About Me
| Alan Jenkin |
| Huntsville, Tx |
A runner, undistinguished but persevering, I am more concerned with keeping fit and healthy than with setting records (even PRs).
So I plod on, enjoying the journey with not too much concern about the destination. But I must admit to getting excited when I run faster or longer than the previous time!
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My Scheduled Events:
January 30, 2010: Bill Crews Remission Run 5K, Conroe, TX
April 11, 2010: Capitol 10K, Austin, TX
April 24, 2010: Country Music Half Marathon, Nashville, TN
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