There are two things that made me write this post. First, everyone’s favorite downtown zealot posted a sweet video showing a Porsche GT3 racing up Pike’s Peak, one of the fiercest rally/hill climbs in the sport. The video (seen below) is absolutely awesome, both in the feat of the driver and that of the cinematography. [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Workouts’
Aug 12
Gettin’ My Steps Back
Last Friday’s run at the Downtown Dash was spectacular, and it’s gotten me excited to get back to more running workouts. I’m almost ready to tackle this horrendous workout at Nippert Stadium again. It’s amazing what one good race can do for your confidence. I thought I might have lost a step or two after [...]
Feb 10
Make-up Stairs
In my last elevator related post I made it pretty clear that this was a fitness inspired thing, and I was working towards that end (hence my willingness to use the elevator to send the bike upstairs while I walked). In my first post I also mentioned how I would like to ascend the Carew Tower [...]
Dec 23
Wii Fit, and why you should own one
In my skinny jeans post I referenced the Wii Fit and the roll it played in getting me back in shape. I figured it was about time to elaborate on that in more detail with words and (of course) pictures. Back in late January a friend of mine from Columbus drove down to visit. He [...]
Nov 10
Paul Brown Intervals
Quick, what’s the most effective way to get stronger and faster at running? By running…as fast as you can… Interval training involves running at near max speed and intensity, and then an interval of jogging. There are a number of track workouts (see Yasso 800′s) which are great, if you have access to a track. [...]
