Category Archives: Running

Edmonton: Beautiful scenery

Posted on July 25, 2007 by mike

I went for a jog yesterday afternoon and this morning. Edmonton is a gorgeous city with a beautiful waterfront and trail system running past the Saskatchewan river. There is one caveat to Edmonton though, winter lasts an exceptionally long time. … Continue reading →

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Training Update: End of Week2

Posted on May 27, 2007 by mike

Okay, I know this update is WAYYYY overdue. Monday: Swimming with the Wetcats for 2500 yds and a 30 min run Monday afternoon. Tuesday: 12.5 Miles on the bike Wednesday: 4.6 Mile run Thursday: 8.1 Miles on the bike Friday: … Continue reading →

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New GPS: Garmin Forerunner 305 + Edge Cadence/Speed

Posted on May 14, 2007 by mike

Well, I have lost a button from my Garmin Forerunner 201 GPS. It still works well as a GPS, but until I figure out how to repair the rubber button I lost, you must have a pencil or bit of … Continue reading →

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Training Days 2 & 3

Posted on May 14, 2007 by mike

Well, as I suspected, cycling is the toughest sport for me to get out and do. I have a bike and so good cycling gear, but the rain and storms ocombined with a lack of experience has left me a … Continue reading →

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Training Day One

Posted on May 7, 2007 by mike

Welcome to the first day of official training. This morning began with a 3000 yd swim at the Oak Point pool in Plano with coach Bob Solow and the Plano WetCats. Swimming is probably the least worrisome of the three … Continue reading →

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