My Dadlife

Safety Errands

I was hoping to work out today, but seeing how I’m still sore I decided to get some errands done instead.

I’ve been putting off getting the smoke detectors for the rooms since I still don’t think it’s necessary given I’ve got one in the hallway already. But according to code each room has to have one so I dropped by Lowe’s and installed them all. Happy now Santa Clara? Now I’ve got 4 smoke detectors within 12 feet of each other.

The other item was my car’s parking lights were busted. After figuring out where the side marker was in the darn car I wasted a good hour trying to pry it out without seeing it. They stick these thing in the hardest to reach places and say you don’t have to take anything apart. Well it’s true you can get it done, but my left hand looks like i decided to play patty cake with a cat. I actually ended up having to make two trips out to Kragen (oh wait it’s O’Reilly now) because I didn’t realize my car’s signal light and parking light were the same, just with 2 filaments. So pulled that out and replaced that too.

It doesn’t seem like a lot, but that basically took half the day. Oh yea, I got distracted by a rabbit that randomly showed up in the backyard. It needed a haircut. And then we’re back to the grind tomorrow. Soreness go away by then.

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Welcome to 2011

2010 thanks for the times. I can’t say I’m too sorry to see you move on though. Looking forward to 2011. I don’t usually do the resolution thing so I’m going to call them goals. The important thing for me is that they’re measurable, incremental, and will address more balance in my life…also having it down on here means it’s harder to cheat or say I forgot.

Diet:
It’s been a while since I went off the Vegan before 6 so it’s probably about time to jump back into something. I’ve been looking at Paleo/Primal and the slow carb diet from 4HB. I’ve found them to be similar in many aspects and will be trying to follow the spirit of them. Basically high protein, good fats, low carbs, avoid grains and dairy when possible. I may also include some of the concepts from 4HB like the cheat day since I prefer flexibility in my choices.

Sleep:
On a regular sleep cycle get at least 6 hrs a day…or at least 6 hours average. Luckily I have a flexible company that allows me to consider the stretch goals as well.
(Stretch Goal) Polyphasic sleep
(Uber Stretch Goal) Uberman Sleep Cycle

Workout:
3 times a week (Any physical activity counts lifting, running, cycling, sports, etc)

Body:
I just purchased a BI meter so unsure what current bodyfat % is. Goal is to 12% or lose 3% whichever is more % points
(Stretch) Get to 10%

Stretch:
Stretch for at least 5 minutes every day.

Social:
Let’s do more of this.
Eat 2 meals a week upstairs…sitting down not standing.

Image:
Don’t be a lazy bum everyday. By this I mean shave and fix my wild morning hair when applicable.
(Stretch) Get haircuts more often (Really Stretch) Update the wardrobe.

Physical Exam:
Do one yearly
Progress: Done. I actually already did this, but it took almost 8 years of me talking about doing it so I had to put it down.

I’ll be tracking my progress locally and may post updates once in a while.

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Fitness Health

VFF Run Outside: 3.32 miles in 28:07

Post author By dkyo
Post date January 10, 2011
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Debated for a while about running since it’s still in the 40s and chilly, but decided to F it and man up so I went running around the neighborhood. Based on yesterday’s rubbing I put on some tape on both feet just in case. After the run I checked and while the tape took a rubbing my skin is still intact. Still unsure about a long term solution though. I really hope that I won’t have to tape every time I want to head out for a longer run.

I’m also wondering when I’ll be able to start doing longer runs more consistently. I’m still feeling the calf soreness from these shorter runs, but it seems like my recovery is getting to the point where I think I could do a run everyday if I wanted to.

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VFF Treadmill Run: 3.25 miles @ 10 min/mile

Post author By dkyo
Post date January 9, 2011
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Wanted to go for longer, but it seems that those blisters kick in right around the 3 mile mark. Will try with band-aids next time.

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First run of the year! VFF on treadmill: 2.61 miles in 24:33

Post author By dkyo
Post date January 4, 2011
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First run today and decided to try again without the tape. Seemed like it went ok as I didn’t feel any chafing, but then again it was a pretty short run. Will try again later this week on a longer run. Cross your fingers!

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First workout of the year…biking 16.21 miles in 1:48:47

Post author By dkyo
Post date January 2, 2011
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Did a lightish bike ride around the Tustin area with some friends. Overall very similar to the Palo Alto loop that I do. It’s maybe slightly harder with one 10% grade hill…or I could be out of shape again (that’s very likely).

So even though I didn’t make any resolutions I did get a workout in. Take that 2011!

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Last Runs of the year! Have a safe New Year’s Everyone!

Post author By dkyo
Post date December 31, 2010
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12/28/10: VFF Outside Run: 2.36 Miles in 21:23

Today: VFF Outside Run: 4.27 in 37:47

Now that I’ve done a handfuls of runs in the VFFs I think I can say they’re getting more comfortable. I seem to be able to slip in and out of them a lot easier than I used to. The running also seems to be getting a bit easier. Can’t tell if my form is getting any better though.

As far as the downsides go washing it took care of the Five Finger Funk that people seem to talk about.

An outstanding issue is still the rubbing that started happening after that first wash. They’re still rubbing up against the inside of my feet, but I’ve found a temporary workaround…tape. It didn’t quite hold up for today’s run though. I took off the shoes and found that I had totally torn up one of them. On the upside I didn’t notice that something was wrong so it wasn’t really bothering me that much =)

Here’s to more running (and hopefully biking) next year. I’ll learn how to swim someday.

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VFF Run outside: 5k in 29:16

Post author By dkyo
Post date December 26, 2010
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First outside test of the VFFs today. You can definitely feel the rocks if you’re on a path full of them, but other than that it wasn’t too bad.

I did pick up 2 blisters on the inside of my feet though. Somehow after washing them the seams are harder than before (or something). All I know is I didn’t have this problem before. Anyone got answers?

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VFF Run #2: 1.5 Miles @ 10 min/mile pace

Post author By dkyo
Post date December 22, 2010
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Taking the advice of others I went a bit easier on this run. Still heel striking, but I’m more aware of it now. Even though my run was half as long I can feel it in the calves a bit already. We’ll see what tomorrow brings.