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Hilly Race

Krista Vicich — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 21:36:06 +0100

This past weekend, I went down to Charlottesville VA to visit my BFF. The same weekend, we did a 5k together in her neighborhood, which contains lots of hills. The race course itself was mostly on the golf cart paths in the neighborhood, which equated to more, shorter hills than if the course were set along the main roads.

I was pleased that, despite the fact I walked the majority of the course due to the elevations and slick pavement (race was early morning so the deRead More...

Beat the heat!

Jason Yu — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:03:28 +0100

This week I had the opportunity to train two friends, who are running their second 10k. We started running down Monument and they asked me “how are you able to run long distances?”

Jokingly I said “Because I just do,’ but it was more than that. I explained to them, what I call the buildup. Long story short, the build up entails abundant amounts of time training, staying focused, and enjoyingRead More...

Friends - your best support group

Krista Vicich — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 23:09:24 +0100

I've been struggling a bit lately to stay on task not only with my training, but specifically with my diet. Starting a new job where I really haven't had a chance to get things organized and settled in has hindered my "normal" work routine, so I haven't taken in any of the snack I keep on hand. Consequently, I've fallen to the eating out trap and made poor choices.

My BFF, who lives in VA, has been wonderful. I've mentioned her in other posts...we have a private blog where we canRead More...

Spring has Sprung...is there a Spring in your step?

Krista Vicich — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 06:32:25 +0100

So, its been a while since I posted last. I managed to make it through my first 5k of the season, with decent results...

48:00 !

Though its almost a full 4 minutes slower than my last race, I'm happy with the results for the following reasons:

1. I'd been allergic and very stuffy for the previous two weeks - no running.

2. The course was much hillier than what I was used to and the roads sandy from winter.

3. It was COLD!!

Hey - I diRead More...

10k Training

Jason Yu — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 13:23:42 +0100

You mastered the art of the stretch and remembered that breathing matters, essential before any workout. Now you are ready to begin your 10k training, but even before “the run,” it is important to set milestones and establish a workout routine you can commit. The purpose is to plan according to everything else you are doing and a great method to measure your progress and success.

Here is an example of aRead More...

Monumental 10k

Jason Yu — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:48:05 +0100

[caption id="attachment_4032" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Monument Ave. 10k"]<a href="http://gayrva.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/MonAve10K_FeetGroupShot1.jpg"><img src="http://gayrva.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/MonAve10K_FeetGroupShot1-300x100.jpg" alt="Monument Ave. 10k" title="Monument Ave. 10k" width="300" height="100" class="size-medium wp-image-4032" /></a>[/caption]Whether you have been training with the YMCA 10Read More...

Exercise Playlist #8 To Get You Movin’

Jason Yu — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 08:38:31 +0100

It's Music Monday again on Twitter my friends! Need a new exercise playlist to help you gear up for the 10k or 1/2 Marathon? No fear, here is what is on my latest workout playlist. An eclectic mix of today’s hip hop, pop, and electronic dance music to get you hyped and keep you in the zone!

Adam Lambert – For Your Entertainment

Yes, that is only two weeks away.

Yes, I'm still working on the C25k program - complete with repeating Week 4 to make sure I can get through it so I don't hurt myself in later weeks.

Yes, I'm a little nuts!

Actually, I don't think I'm nuts. I think signing up for a new race is smart. Its good motivation and I have something to focus on. Now that I know I can actually run, and I can fRead More...

Old Habits....

Krista Vicich — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:25:31 +0100

Last week was not a good week. I missed most of my scheduled workouts, I didn't eat well...etc.

Isn't it interesting that its so easy to fall back into old habits and so hard to start new ones?

One would think that, with all the resolve with which we tackle new routines and self-improvement projects, that we would crush the old routines and habits easily. But, alas, this is not so...as evidenced by my week last week.

It kind of reminds me of the point inRead More...

Macaroni & Salt

Jason Yu — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:50:08 +0100

Two major things when I think about diet and exercise are Carbs and Sodium. This article is for the gym nut and moderately nutrition perceptive. I have seen many articles, television commercials and series related to exercise and weight loss that focus on one thing. To me you should be able to know what is right from wrong – whether to get the fat free, reduced fat, or transfat free food and beverage products. Carbs and Sodium are two important things I Read More...

Lent Challenge - Checking in

Krista Vicich — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:03:43 +0100

This past week was tough. I started out the challenge strong and completed 20 each of the 100 required situps and pushups, as well as the first two sessions of Week 3 for the C25k. However, I hit a bit of a stumbling block by catching a virus that kept me sick the remainder of the week.

However, I am not down...nor am I out - something that truly shows growth on my end. Usually a small setback like this would cause me to quit completely - no longer!!

This next week will beRead More...

End of a Month - Beginning of a new road

Krista Vicich — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:00:09 +0100

So, this week saw the start of Lent, and though I'm not Catholic, I decided it was a great time to renew my resolve to continue running and getting healthy.

I'm resolved to stick to my workouts every week and to push myself harder than ever before. I've also started posting weekly challenges for my two girlfriends who are on this road with me. So far I've been the only one excited about the challenges, but its early yet. (I also am the only one of the three who doesn'Read More...

Valentine's Check-in

Krista Vicich — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:06:32 +0100

On Valentine's Day we all seem to focus on those we love, but too often we don't focus on ourselves.

Don't get me wrong...I'm not saying we should be selfish at any time, much less on holidays. I'm saying that we should also treat ourselves well. Remember that without our health, we aren't able to focus on the other important people in our lives.

I must admit that I'm guilty - I've been so caught up in the week and spending time with other people in my life, that I Read More...

I'm back (again)!

Krista Vicich — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:58:22 +0100

UGH...isn't it frustrating to get rolling on something only to be stopped in your tracks!!

That just happened to me. I got going on the C25k, completed four great sessions....then got stopped due to family obligations and getting sick. YUCK!!!

However, the 'Spaz perseveres and is back to it.

I found the awesome iPhone app for C25k and purchased it ($2.99 from iTunes). This thing really rocks!!

1. Easy to read timer shows where you are in the workoRead More...