Comments on: Good run, bad run, great pushups

By: Susanna

Susanna — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:16:17 +0000

Sometimes short runs are just a good as long runs. I like the feeling of getting the run in even if its not as long as I’d like.

I usually have some sort of snack. Lately its been an apple with cinnamon and some honey. But sometimes its yogurt and pudding mixed. It just depends on my mood for the evening.

By: Maximus

Maximus — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:10:50 +0000

I found your blog via Zen Habits a while back and really enjoy following your progress. Ive been amazed by how many people follow strict fitness regimes bcause sometimes I just struggle to fit in my runs. Id been away for four days and did a two mile run today(Ive been building up towards two miles for about six weeks) and it nearly killed me. Maybe I should try the c25k.

By: nancy

nancy — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:38:06 +0000

That’s awesome that she is doing the c25k and youguys can run together!

By: AndrewE

AndrewE — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 03:44:39 +0000

Way to go Pizza Dude! It’s brilliant running outside I find. Much more to distract you from the aches and pains.

It took me about 4 months before I felt I could breathe properly while running.

By: AndrewE

AndrewE — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 03:42:18 +0000

Thanks GeorgieGirl. I think you should do it!

By: TB--Milwaukee

TB--Milwaukee — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 02:51:26 +0000

Way to go on the pushups!

By: GeorgieGirl

GeorgieGirl — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 02:48:44 +0000

“One of the very rewarding side effects of my decision to get fit and active has been seeing the effect I’ve had on people around me. Quite a few of my friends and family are now pursuing healthy activites and eating better and it’s really nice when they tell me that my progress has inspired them to take action.”

That is so awesome!

I really love reading about you running with your wife. I walk with my dear hubby. We use to run, years and years ago. We were talking about it last night, so we may start the couch to 5K together.

I look forward to reading more of your posts… I’m adding you to my blog roll.

By: pizza dude

pizza dude — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 02:28:36 +0000

Andrew …found your blog a few weeks ago when I was starting to run on the treadmill. I have lost 8lbs so far in 3 weeks. Have been following your progress. I started the 100 pushup program and just did day 1 week 3 yesterday and that was tough. I could not max but I will try again tomorrow. I also tried a light run today —not on the treadmill…OMG what a difference. I had to learn to pace myself more and control my breathing better…and I’ll be darned after about 15min I felt like I could go another hour ( JK). Then when I stopped I really felt it in my legs. WHat and awesome feeling. I can’t wait to run tomorrow for the real run.

Anyway the point of my comment is to let you know that I read you to keep myself focused on fitness. Thanks again and I will post more of my progress.

Pizza Dude

By: Gabrielle H

Gabrielle H — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:47:49 +0000

Great way to order your life; for every bad thing two good things that trump the bad thing

By: Cammy

Cammy — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:27:34 +0000

It’s so rewarding to know we’ve had an impact on those around us. Some people don’t want to hear it, but if the message is presented in the right way (and you apparently have done that), then people want what you’ve got. Good for you!

By: Johnny

Johnny — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:08:47 +0000

You know, I’ve gotten to the point that I really need to just start over with the push-up challenge. I’ve focused on running so much that the push-ups have definitely fallen by the wayside. I’m glad you’ve been able to be such a positive influence in the lives of so many people!

By: John

John — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:54:34 +0000

“Quite a few of my friends and family are now pursuing healthy activites and eating better and it’s really nice when they tell me that my progress has inspired them to take action.”

Amen to that. That is one of the best rewards you could ever ask for. Okay, well maybe it comes behind the increased libido and endurance that comes from regular exercise. But it is at least a close second.

By: Kate

Kate — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:03:42 +0000

I about died doing Day 1 of Week 3 of my pushups last night! Although I am amazed at how many I can do without stopping now! I think it’s working.

And stomach bug sounds like no fun! Make sure you take it easy!

By: Andrew(AJH)

Andrew(AJH) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:31:44 +0000

Well done on the push-ups – beware of Week 5 – I’ve hit the Week 5 wall – big time!

By: MizFit

MizFit — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:14:37 +0000

and you have to love the balance of that—not a great run OVERSHADOWED by a fanTIZtastic pushup day

why does that never seem to happen in MY world of workout

MizFits last blog post..Tuesday Test Drive: The MizFit is nothing if not behind the times edition.

By: John's Weight Loss Blog

John's Weight Loss Blog — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:31:29 +0000

You are right, I think everyone going through one hundred pushups challenge doing more than they ever done in one sitting, even in the first few weeks. I start week 4 today. John's Weight Loss Blogs last blog post..Goals For The Week of 7/21/08

By: AndrewE

AndrewE — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:20:03 +0000

Thanks Sheamus.

By: Sheamus

Sheamus — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:09:24 +0000

I think when you can finish a workout while ill – as I did a few weeks back with quite a severe headcold, no sleep and feeling competely and utterly exhausted – it’s an important mental and physical breakthrough, and something you can refer back to when you’re struggling in a run (or race) further down the road.

In other words, good on you mate.

Sheamuss last blog post..50 Days Of Running – Time To Run A Competition!