Thankful Thursday/Fatty Friday

Obviously this post is late. But again, I am blaming that pesky new thing called a job. (Hooray for paychecks!)

Anyway, tomorrow night I am going to the local carnival, called Novemberfest, and I am super excited about it. I have always loved fairs and carnivals.

Carnies, vomit-inducing rides, fatty fried everything, rides held together with duct tape and a paper clip equal my idea of a good time.

P-Funk so graciously invited me to go with her family and of course I accepted. The above mentioned items are a real joy to me. Plus, it's fun to embarrass P-Funk's teen-aged daughter. OH SNAP! When did I become the old lady friend who embarrasses other people's children???

Oh well.

Today I am thankful for carnivals and fairs, helping runners undue all their hard work since the invention of beaded necklaces.

What are you thankful for today?

AND

TGIF! Have a great weekend all. I got a 10 miler on deck and would like to report that my two-a-day on Wednesday went really well.

I heart the treadmill (sometimes)

I have been in training this week and thus my posting has been sporadic. I ask you all to bear with me while I finish up training and get on a more regular schedule.

Speaking of regular, due to my goofy training schedule I have been running in the morning and today, I had to go.

Number Two. Not a bathroom in sight for two miles. Ouch.

Anyway, yesterday, I did a nice little treadmill run (not calling it dreadmill for this post). While running on the treadmill yesterday and during today's, shall we say, "clincher" I thought of a short list of why the treadmill could be a runner's best friend. List time. Yippee!

1. Bathrooms are always accessible near a treadmill. Funny how that works isn't it? No treadmills in the great wide open, but lots of places to go #1 or #2 or #3 (combo of #1 and #2).

2. Perfect weather. No rain, clouds, lightning, hail, snow, sleet, or even wind! (Unless you count that random fan some gyms have.) It's always clear skies and cool temps in treadmill land. Sweet!

3. TV. America's real past time is TV watching and you can watch to your heart's content while on the 'mill. I personally enjoy VHI in the morning. They actually play music videos!

4. Clothing optional. If your treadmill is at home, feel free to run in the buff. I am sure Fido appreciates the view (and no I don't mean the one with Whoopi and Joy.)

5. Non-matching clothing. I run at my apartment complex treadmill and since I don't know anyone and don't care about them seeing me, I wear the tackiest, weirdest running clothes I have available. I am not wasting my cute outfits on the treadmill!

6. People watching. Most treadmills are at gyms and thus, the people watching is amazing. It's like a parade of monkeys that move past you, versus you being the monkey while running the streets. Don't forget the popcorn!

7. This goes without saying but being able to see your pace, calories burned, incline, heart rate, etc. all huge and illuminated in front of you is pretty nice. Heck, you can even look over at the person's next to you just to make sure that you, are in fact, more awesome.

8. Did I mention the bathroom? Right there? Go at any time.

9. Run at any time. Day, night, weekends, weekdays. The treadmill is never too scary at night and you can run alone without fear of being kidnapped.

10. No traffic! No cars, bicycles, strollers, "Sunday walkers", big growling dogs, etc. You don't have to swerve to avoid crazy tots on bikes nor do you have to worry about speeding maniacs. Unless of course, your gym is next to a bar.

OK, so the treadmill can't beat outdoor running, but it's a nice alternative during times when I can't meet the running group or get my run in before it's too dark for this scaredy cat to get out there.

I hope you all are having a great week. Special thanks to the Veteran's out there. You served us proudly and we thank you! Happy Veteran's Day!

Thirdly and such

This post is a little bit of a mash up of topics. It seems I have a lot to tell you all and it's not really working into a general theme. Oh well. Here's hoping you don't die from boredom.

First off, my 10 miler went pretty well on Saturday morning. My ankle was feeling a bit wonky all week so I decided to test out some sample KT Tape. Have any of you used this tape before? It was my first try and to be quite honest, it helped a lot! I was pleasantly surprised. They haven't sent me any, nor am I doing this as a formal review, but I really like the stuff. I like that they tell you how to use it and that it is stretchy like an ace bandage, but thin enough to fit in your shoe. Plus, you look almost as cool as those US Olympic Volleyball players! Click here to see about it yourself.

Secondly, Go Gators! Fun times. Too many beers and fried carby goodness.

Thirdly. Hm. Is thirdly a word? Off to google. Please hold.

Ok, apparently it is, but it sounds weird.

Where was I? Oh, in the third place, I received my award from the Halloween Halfathon in the mail. It's a cute plaque with my name and it says: Best Beauty Costume. Who would have thought I could win a beauty award sweating my a$$ off in a half marathon? I love it.

Lastly, I too went on a trail run today. Unknowingly, the Redhead and I both set out to hit the trails today. According to her posts on a "social networking" site, she loved it. I on the other hand, am still not impressed. I don't know why I don't love the trails. I just don't. There was more sand/dirt on our trail than I imagined and it was a tad harder than expected. I thought the trails were supposed to be easier? All I know is, by mile 3, I was sprinting to finish. I will give the trails another try soon. Maybe it was all the damn beer from last night's game....

Hope you all had great weekends. I am off to watch Animation Domination! Gotta love some Family Guy!

I have three legs

Well kids, I officially made it through my first day of my new job. Not too bad. I found all of the important places: the bathroom, break room, and cafeteria. I also, per P-Funk's advice, made good choices.

I worked the other job last night and had an awesome time watching the EMO's jam out and granting wishes of those wanting to be in VIP. But, alas tonight I am one sleepy girl.

My plans for the weekend include: 10 mile run in AM, team meeting for Ragnar Relay, UF football game (here I come Swamp!), and maybe some rest.

We are only two weeks away from Ragnar and it looks like I have 16+/- miles combined on my three legs. No, no, I have two actual legs. But I am running three times. Keep up people.

Anyway, I am going to try and fit in some two-a-days to prepare. Any other suggestions from those of you who have done similar races? They would be most appreciated.

Have a great weekend my lovelies. Run on!