Good balanced day - did an easy 4 on the treadmill this morning (really early - about 4:00 AM). Had a good 3+ mile run with Teens Run the afternoon - legs felt good like - not tired which was a nice change. Don't really remember what day I'm at but guessing I"m into upper 80's or something like that.
I've been really trying to find some great interns for Teens Run Yonkers so my mind is on the challenge of finding them and keeping them engaged in a positive way. So if you've got any ideas on how to find mature, responsible, entrepreneurial people, send them my way. So, I'm sure you can guess what Seinfeld comes to mind, right? The one with Darren, that "tenacious monkey' and intern from NYU. For all the marbles, where is George working at the time and how does that figure into the episode? Jerry is also forced to reconcile his feelings for his girlfriend (name please) and the funny voice her stomach makes. During the "soul searching" montage, what romantic 80's song is featured and who sings it? And it really is mostly water weight...
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Day 80 something - Road Runner Sports (like) - Ikea and the Mall
First off, thanks as I've noticed a few more people responding to the Seinfeld stuff. I'm not sure if that means you're actually reading the blog - I hope you are - but either way, happy to have you. And as I've said before, love to have you as registered follower. We're all such creatures of numbers and so exciting to see them get higher. Anyway...
I've definitely about writing this as this week has been one of my dumpiest weeks running from being under the weather with some lingering something or other. But I've still been doing my thing on the tmill just to avoid big temperature changes. Lame but at least it's something and managed to still do a bit over 30 miles this week. Hope to get back to a near 50 next.
For those of you that actually are runners and read this, I want to give a recommendation of buying your gear from Road Runner Sports. If you know what you wear and buy it consistently, I really find them to be fantastic with excellent customer service. I am a huge fan of Newton shoes- the only brand I've ever stuck with. I bought a pair of their newest MV2s (which are amazing by the way) but they developed a tear on the inseam (not the amazing part) which I learned was happening to other wearers. Even though I had purchased the shoes about five months ago and they had about 150 on them, they gave me a full exchange which is well past their 60 day return policy. Join the VIP thing - for $10, great savings and excellent service.
On a lighter note, my wife and I went to Ikea and then the Jersey Gardens Mall yesterday. I'm kind of amazed that Seinfeld never got around to including something about Ikea (i.e. what's the deal with Ikea - don't we have enough stuff in our lives we can't pronounce? And I'm sure shopping there and putting that stuff together has been the end of more than a few marriages). And on the subject of malls, there are several episodes that include trips to the mall (usually the ones in Long Island). Can you identify them? What are some of the key purchases made? And what pet meets with a sad ending? Finally, what quasi-religious organization is included in one of these? Have fun
I've definitely about writing this as this week has been one of my dumpiest weeks running from being under the weather with some lingering something or other. But I've still been doing my thing on the tmill just to avoid big temperature changes. Lame but at least it's something and managed to still do a bit over 30 miles this week. Hope to get back to a near 50 next.
For those of you that actually are runners and read this, I want to give a recommendation of buying your gear from Road Runner Sports. If you know what you wear and buy it consistently, I really find them to be fantastic with excellent customer service. I am a huge fan of Newton shoes- the only brand I've ever stuck with. I bought a pair of their newest MV2s (which are amazing by the way) but they developed a tear on the inseam (not the amazing part) which I learned was happening to other wearers. Even though I had purchased the shoes about five months ago and they had about 150 on them, they gave me a full exchange which is well past their 60 day return policy. Join the VIP thing - for $10, great savings and excellent service.
On a lighter note, my wife and I went to Ikea and then the Jersey Gardens Mall yesterday. I'm kind of amazed that Seinfeld never got around to including something about Ikea (i.e. what's the deal with Ikea - don't we have enough stuff in our lives we can't pronounce? And I'm sure shopping there and putting that stuff together has been the end of more than a few marriages). And on the subject of malls, there are several episodes that include trips to the mall (usually the ones in Long Island). Can you identify them? What are some of the key purchases made? And what pet meets with a sad ending? Finally, what quasi-religious organization is included in one of these? Have fun
Friday, February 24, 2012
27 more to go - and our thoughts for Daniel von Bargen
I'm a little bummed that I got off track with this but the only thing I can do is...get back on track. Was definitely under the weather for the past few days and nice to be about 90% back. And proud to report that still didn't miss a day but kept my running pretty limited. Stuck to the treadmill so at least I wouldn't have any major change in temp - just 2 on Tuesday, 3 on Wednesday and 4 yesterday. Hoping to finally get back outside today but will still try to keep it smart for the next day or so. Was scheduled to do 16 tomorrow but I might hold back on that. We'll see. Anyway, as I said, proud that I kept it going and here I am at day 83 so 27 more to go.
While there's no convenient segue to this, sad to learn - initially from my frat brother, blog follower and fellow Seinfeld junkie that Daniel von Bargen, the actor that played Mr. Kruger, one of George's many bosses, shot himself this past Tuesday. I'm sure many of you already know of this so let's just hope that since he miraculously survived, he makes a very full recovery.
I hope you don't find it in bad taste - I don't really think it is, but it made me think of the many bosses and jobs George has throughout the show. SO can you chronologically name George's jobs and his bosses. In two of those, he has very direct confrontations with them that involve rather inappropriate behavior, can you name them (hint: one of them involves a job he got minutes before he makes the inappropriate gesture).
While there's no convenient segue to this, sad to learn - initially from my frat brother, blog follower and fellow Seinfeld junkie that Daniel von Bargen, the actor that played Mr. Kruger, one of George's many bosses, shot himself this past Tuesday. I'm sure many of you already know of this so let's just hope that since he miraculously survived, he makes a very full recovery.
I hope you don't find it in bad taste - I don't really think it is, but it made me think of the many bosses and jobs George has throughout the show. SO can you chronologically name George's jobs and his bosses. In two of those, he has very direct confrontations with them that involve rather inappropriate behavior, can you name them (hint: one of them involves a job he got minutes before he makes the inappropriate gesture).
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Well, looking back (and actually forgetting that two days I ago I said I overdid it) it all makes sense. I got slammed pretty much full force with a flu bug today. It actually started yesterday and again, had the chance to quit while I was ahead. Had done a kind of crummy three miles on the treadmill in the am - just keeping it slow and going through the motions. But I brilliantly brought my gym bag with me for the day and finding myself with several hours between appointments, decided I could do better on a PM run. Not really - did 4+ miles and a better pace but could just tell I had tapped into not being well. By the time I was done my 2nd meeting - sniffles, aches and all, just felt like crap. Would have kept it at home today but had promised a friend that I'd help her get ready for a project we were working on.
So what do I do? You may remember some other blog post where I said you know you're really into this on that day that you absolutely shouldn't run. But you do. That was me today. I felt this flu think all day. Came home early to get some rest. And yes, would anyone know if I didn't actually run. Yes - me! So two miles and the streak will continue. And I'm sure I will tomorrow too but it will be the bare bones minimum.
Speaking of illnesses, several Seinfeld episodes involve hospitals with at least one member - if not all of the gang - ending up there. Can you name at least three episodes that involve hospitals? As a hint, one episode involves a Jewish ritual -that same episode invokes a classic/favorite movie - what movie is it? In yet another, a long forgotten candy figures somewhat prominently into the ending. Can you name the candy? That's probably enough for today - have fun!
So what do I do? You may remember some other blog post where I said you know you're really into this on that day that you absolutely shouldn't run. But you do. That was me today. I felt this flu think all day. Came home early to get some rest. And yes, would anyone know if I didn't actually run. Yes - me! So two miles and the streak will continue. And I'm sure I will tomorrow too but it will be the bare bones minimum.
Speaking of illnesses, several Seinfeld episodes involve hospitals with at least one member - if not all of the gang - ending up there. Can you name at least three episodes that involve hospitals? As a hint, one episode involves a Jewish ritual -that same episode invokes a classic/favorite movie - what movie is it? In yet another, a long forgotten candy figures somewhat prominently into the ending. Can you name the candy? That's probably enough for today - have fun!
Sunday, February 19, 2012
OK, stupidly overdid it today on a day that should have been a rest day. After two good days on interesting and somewhat challenging surface (concrete, trails, etc), thought I'd just keep it to a light three miles on the treadmill. Well, that kind of happened in the morning although I stepped it up a bit more than was necessary. But then these Sunday all-work afternoons kills me. I love that I can be productive - lot of stuff got done - but I feel so sedentary that I'm dying to move. So I did another three miles on the treadmill at a pace that was more challenging than necessary. Ended up with six+ miles on day that really shouldn't have been more than three max. Hope I don't have to learn from my mistake.
Anyway, on a lighter note, looking forward to the Rangers game where they play the tragically bad Columbus Blue Jackets. The highlight is clearly checking out Rick Nash who is clearly on his way to getting traded to the Rangers - or one of four other teams. I truly hope they don't bust up what has been a fantastic team to get him though. They need some scoring punch but chemistry means a ton. And for once they have it...
See you tomorrow
Anyway, on a lighter note, looking forward to the Rangers game where they play the tragically bad Columbus Blue Jackets. The highlight is clearly checking out Rick Nash who is clearly on his way to getting traded to the Rangers - or one of four other teams. I truly hope they don't bust up what has been a fantastic team to get him though. They need some scoring punch but chemistry means a ton. And for once they have it...
See you tomorrow
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Rockefeller with the Dogs...And seafood
we were eager to again take advantage of the great weather so we headed up to the Rockefeller Preserve with our two dogs. For those of you that aren't New York based, a little past Tarrytown, there is a beautiful and bucolic chunk of land - I'm honestly not sure how much - that was part of the Rockefeller estate. It's a great spot that has several miles of trail, a lake, trees - the works. As my wife and I agreed, when we're there, we feel "outdoorsy".
Anyway, I have a neighbor - definitely an elite runner as opposed to myself (a slow but sound runner I like to say) that has always told me of the joy of running with her dog at Rockefeller. So I thought to myself that this would be a great opportunity to have a nice recovery run after my long(er) run yesterday. My wife was fine with me taking Sabrina for a 1/2 hour run while she walked much slower with our other guy and then eventually reconnecting. The only thing I can say is that at Rockefeller, there are many runners. And there are many folks with dogs. But I was the only guy running with his dog and it sure felt that way. Maybe it was the time of day (2:30/3:00), maybe it's because my dog is a bit of a street dog maniac (a.k.a. very badly behaved). Suffice to say (since Saturday night live is almost on and I'm wrapping up); not something I'm doing again soon. But gotta try it once.
On a lighter note, we went to my absolute favorite place for seafood tonight - more specifically crabs. As a little Seinfeld trivia, name at least two episodes where seafood is discussed as a seafood option. Hint: I"m thinking of one episode where George's life starts to move in a new direction and another where his mother's does as well. BONUS: Which episode involves the capture of certain crustaceans?
Anyway, I have a neighbor - definitely an elite runner as opposed to myself (a slow but sound runner I like to say) that has always told me of the joy of running with her dog at Rockefeller. So I thought to myself that this would be a great opportunity to have a nice recovery run after my long(er) run yesterday. My wife was fine with me taking Sabrina for a 1/2 hour run while she walked much slower with our other guy and then eventually reconnecting. The only thing I can say is that at Rockefeller, there are many runners. And there are many folks with dogs. But I was the only guy running with his dog and it sure felt that way. Maybe it was the time of day (2:30/3:00), maybe it's because my dog is a bit of a street dog maniac (a.k.a. very badly behaved). Suffice to say (since Saturday night live is almost on and I'm wrapping up); not something I'm doing again soon. But gotta try it once.
On a lighter note, we went to my absolute favorite place for seafood tonight - more specifically crabs. As a little Seinfeld trivia, name at least two episodes where seafood is discussed as a seafood option. Hint: I"m thinking of one episode where George's life starts to move in a new direction and another where his mother's does as well. BONUS: Which episode involves the capture of certain crustaceans?
Friday, February 17, 2012
Hills of yonkers and the Bronx
I took advantage of the unseasonably beautiful weather today -52 degrees mod February - and did my long run this afternoon. I ended up doing 13 challenging miles of yonkers/the Bronx that left the back of my legs feeling nice and spent from some major hills While my per mile time was notably different than my 10 miler downtown, still ran a respectable pace that I'd be happy covering a marathon with. O kind of nice to be able to sleep in tomorrow as opposed to getting up early to fit that into my Saturday.
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