I just hit the park for 3 slow miles. No need to push today. A simple recovery run. All systems check out fine. I’m feeling pretty good right now. I’m really trying to find my way. I need another goal, another way for me to feed the beast! The warrior dash just isn’t going to be enough. It’s really looking like something bigger in the fall. I’m going to take a week or so to think about it.
I need a new pair of running sneakers! These sneakers have been terrific, but have well over 400 miles on them. I think it’s time..lol
Ok, for all of my friends who think the bruins are going to get killed, go easy! Tim Thomas will steal at least one goal. He may even steal two games. You just never know what can happen.
Thursday, I get to play hoop again. It’s been quite a while and I have been talking a lot of smack to my buddy John, so it should be one hell of a run!!
TTYL
Ross
Song of the day- Steal your heart by Augustana
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
A RUN TO REMEMBER 2011
It’s over. I’m two days past the run to remember. It went really well. I set a PR @ 2:20. That’s a pretty good improvement for me, especially considering the 89% humidity. I’m real happy with the discipline I showed during the race. I was really focused on keeping MY pace and running MY race. Last year I went out way to fast and was completely gassed at the half race point. I had to do so much walking last year, that race was an epic failure. This year was so different. Everything worked. It was the hardest training id ever done. I followed it to perfection. The rest schedule, the days off from hoop, lifting with Doug, quitting tennis, the green drink and yoga all combined to help me kick it.
The race seemed a lot more crowded this year. I’m not sure that’s the case, but it felt that way at the start. There were around 5,200 half marathoners. I was up early again, never sleep well the night before a big race. I was at Dunkin Donuts at 5:20. I need my coffee before I run even though I know it’s not recommended. I had my coffee, snuck back into the hotel room and had my green drink. (what a difference that made). Then I sipped some Gatorade and headed to the start line. We took off running to firework by Katy Perry and it was a pretty frantic first half mile. I felt like I was running with the bulls. I really had to bear down and focus to keep my pace and not get caught up in the moment. I put my music on pretty quick this year. Normally I like to chat with some folks or hear the crowd. Not this year, this was redemption. I ran it I like ran my training runs. This was a very workman like effort, all business.
I couldn’t help think during the run, why do we do this. You don’t run 13.1 miles to get in shape. You can do your local city 5k for that. I’m pretty sure everyone out here is either running to something or from something. For me, I guess it’s a little of both. Fuck, maybe it’s a lot of both!
The heat was taking its toll early. I saw my first drop out at mile 2. Around mile 4 to 5 seeing people dropping out or walking was a regular occurrence. I really had no issues and I just let my training take over. Around mile 10 my sister joined me for a 1/ 4 mile and it was great to see a familiar face. I really cruised the rest of the race, as I seemed to get stronger as I got closer to the finish line.
Musically, it was a solid day. Uncle Kracker got B listed, this was for the big dogs only. Rob Thomas, Bush and Creed were all there when needed! Meatloaf’s “I would do anything” was definitely song of the day, and earned a threepeat at mile 9.
I have mixed emotions now that the race is over. I’m thrilled at my performance, but I don’t know what lies ahead. I’m doing the Warrior Dash in a few weeks, but that’s is more of a fun event. I need something to push my limits physically and mentally.
Congrats to Courtney Love on Your graduation! You are a special person and I know there are great things ahead for you.
I have a recovery run this afternoon, we shall see how that goes!
Til next time,
Ross
The race seemed a lot more crowded this year. I’m not sure that’s the case, but it felt that way at the start. There were around 5,200 half marathoners. I was up early again, never sleep well the night before a big race. I was at Dunkin Donuts at 5:20. I need my coffee before I run even though I know it’s not recommended. I had my coffee, snuck back into the hotel room and had my green drink. (what a difference that made). Then I sipped some Gatorade and headed to the start line. We took off running to firework by Katy Perry and it was a pretty frantic first half mile. I felt like I was running with the bulls. I really had to bear down and focus to keep my pace and not get caught up in the moment. I put my music on pretty quick this year. Normally I like to chat with some folks or hear the crowd. Not this year, this was redemption. I ran it I like ran my training runs. This was a very workman like effort, all business.
I couldn’t help think during the run, why do we do this. You don’t run 13.1 miles to get in shape. You can do your local city 5k for that. I’m pretty sure everyone out here is either running to something or from something. For me, I guess it’s a little of both. Fuck, maybe it’s a lot of both!
The heat was taking its toll early. I saw my first drop out at mile 2. Around mile 4 to 5 seeing people dropping out or walking was a regular occurrence. I really had no issues and I just let my training take over. Around mile 10 my sister joined me for a 1/ 4 mile and it was great to see a familiar face. I really cruised the rest of the race, as I seemed to get stronger as I got closer to the finish line.
Musically, it was a solid day. Uncle Kracker got B listed, this was for the big dogs only. Rob Thomas, Bush and Creed were all there when needed! Meatloaf’s “I would do anything” was definitely song of the day, and earned a threepeat at mile 9.
I have mixed emotions now that the race is over. I’m thrilled at my performance, but I don’t know what lies ahead. I’m doing the Warrior Dash in a few weeks, but that’s is more of a fun event. I need something to push my limits physically and mentally.
Congrats to Courtney Love on Your graduation! You are a special person and I know there are great things ahead for you.
I have a recovery run this afternoon, we shall see how that goes!
Til next time,
Ross
Friday, May 27, 2011
A dark three
I ran 3 miles in in the park yesterday! i was in a dark mood, fighting off some of life's bullshit!! It was one hell of a scamper! I was so pissed off i couldn't hold back, had my quickest 3 in a while!! Everything felt good!
Can't wait to get to the city and away from the pollen!! Its go time!!
40 hours aways from the starting line!
BRING IT!!!
Ross
Can't wait to get to the city and away from the pollen!! Its go time!!
40 hours aways from the starting line!
BRING IT!!!
Ross
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
I think I'm ready!
I recovered pretty well from my 12 mile escapade the other day. Had a brief bout of bronchitis, but I amazingly seemed to beat it rather quickly.
Went out for a 3 mile run last night after dinner. First time i had taken 3 days off in a long time. My legs felt so strong and fresh, it was pretty awesome! Last night was Springsteen night on the mp3. I use to love the Boss, but that was before he decided he knew more about politics than I do! It's just tough to see than man spew his shit these days. But he does have some classic songs. In fact he has the only song to be on the mp3 twice. "born to run " One is his version, the other is a Melissa Ethridge cover.
So last night Born to Run comes on and I couldn't help but think about when me and the C.O.T. met "Wendy" way back in the summer of 88. Still the most amazing Bikini display I've ever seen. Whenever I hear the song, I think of "wendy" from our Bermuda cruise. Best stars and stripes bathing suit ever designed. Damn, that cruise was amazing (there ya go, easy Mike) So many good stories from that booze filled week. Seekonk, the 6AM meeting with Sal in the Casino!! So whenever this song comes on, i forget I'm running and get thrown in a time machine for a few minutes. It's pretty awesome!
We are about 5 days away from The Run to Remember and I'm feeling great. My only concern right now is the weather. It appears it is going to be a very warm day, could be high 70's late in the race and that worries me. Ill keep an eye on it and pray for a rain shower.
I also heard another Bruce classic last night, Atlantic City. So here is a little lyric combo just in case "Wendy" is out there among the millions (and millions) of Rossamaniacs!!
Put your make up on and fix your hair pretty, meet my tonight in Atlantic City!!
Wendy let me in, I want to be your friend, I want to guard you dreams in visions!!
Lifting with doug in an hour, gotta roll!
TTYS
Ross
Went out for a 3 mile run last night after dinner. First time i had taken 3 days off in a long time. My legs felt so strong and fresh, it was pretty awesome! Last night was Springsteen night on the mp3. I use to love the Boss, but that was before he decided he knew more about politics than I do! It's just tough to see than man spew his shit these days. But he does have some classic songs. In fact he has the only song to be on the mp3 twice. "born to run " One is his version, the other is a Melissa Ethridge cover.
So last night Born to Run comes on and I couldn't help but think about when me and the C.O.T. met "Wendy" way back in the summer of 88. Still the most amazing Bikini display I've ever seen. Whenever I hear the song, I think of "wendy" from our Bermuda cruise. Best stars and stripes bathing suit ever designed. Damn, that cruise was amazing (there ya go, easy Mike) So many good stories from that booze filled week. Seekonk, the 6AM meeting with Sal in the Casino!! So whenever this song comes on, i forget I'm running and get thrown in a time machine for a few minutes. It's pretty awesome!
We are about 5 days away from The Run to Remember and I'm feeling great. My only concern right now is the weather. It appears it is going to be a very warm day, could be high 70's late in the race and that worries me. Ill keep an eye on it and pray for a rain shower.
I also heard another Bruce classic last night, Atlantic City. So here is a little lyric combo just in case "Wendy" is out there among the millions (and millions) of Rossamaniacs!!
Put your make up on and fix your hair pretty, meet my tonight in Atlantic City!!
Wendy let me in, I want to be your friend, I want to guard you dreams in visions!!
Lifting with doug in an hour, gotta roll!
TTYS
Ross
Friday, May 20, 2011
Rolling In the Deep
I don't even know where to start. I just finished some light stretching and yoga trying to recover from today's 12 mile run. From the start i just felt like a bag of shit and should have turned back and waited for another day. But that's not how I roll. I just kept thinking id feel better. Finally i felt better around mile 6 and it lasted for 1 mile then this run turned into a fucking fiasco.
From the start there was a bad omen. First song on the mp3 was Anna Begins! Lot of drama with that song this week, really didn't need to hear it again. The DJ was pretty good after that. Katy Perry and Rob Thomas joined the party late to help carry through the grind. Of course the fucking song of the day is Rolling in the Deep from Adele! Can we say instant classic!! I hear this song and immediately want to run through a brick wall. It just jacks me like that. I played this song 30-40 times before my run!!
Mentally i was totally prepared for this run. I was ready all day. In fact I stayed sober last night during the bruins great win in Tampa. I was focused and ready to go. I just couldn't get my groove on.
I spent a lot of time thinking about the C.O.T. (circle of trust). You guys are the best. I'm proud as hell to call you my friends. I know we all talked a lot this week and trust me I value all of your opinions. You just have to remember that before I was daddy day care or the bus guy, I was the most electrifying man in sports entertainment and C.O.T. friendship!!
Before Dwayne Johnson ripped off "The Ross" and became "The Rock", i was putting people in the smackdown hotel. I'm the original funmiester, the guru of good times. So guys, don't worry about me! I just making a fucking come back of epic proportions. And if there are any nay sayers out there beyond the C.O.T. they should know their role and shut their mouth!
Back to the run, it was a fucking grind. I had made an interesting course, mostly flat, spilt between dirt and pavement. Through the scenic park and through the ghetto (talk about jabroni blvd.). It had a little bit of everything.
Around mile 10 I cramped worse than i have in a long time. I fought like hell, stopped and stretched, walked and ran. Somehow i finished this sumbitch of run.
I lost 6 pounds during the run. It was very humid today and i guess i wasnt hydrated right. I took a beating.
But it's over and we 9 days away from the run to remember!!
Can you SMELLLLLL what Ross is cookin??
Bring it!!
see ya,
Ross
Song of the day-i already told ya, Rolling in the deep.
Sorry for the long post, it was a long run!
From the start there was a bad omen. First song on the mp3 was Anna Begins! Lot of drama with that song this week, really didn't need to hear it again. The DJ was pretty good after that. Katy Perry and Rob Thomas joined the party late to help carry through the grind. Of course the fucking song of the day is Rolling in the Deep from Adele! Can we say instant classic!! I hear this song and immediately want to run through a brick wall. It just jacks me like that. I played this song 30-40 times before my run!!
Mentally i was totally prepared for this run. I was ready all day. In fact I stayed sober last night during the bruins great win in Tampa. I was focused and ready to go. I just couldn't get my groove on.
I spent a lot of time thinking about the C.O.T. (circle of trust). You guys are the best. I'm proud as hell to call you my friends. I know we all talked a lot this week and trust me I value all of your opinions. You just have to remember that before I was daddy day care or the bus guy, I was the most electrifying man in sports entertainment and C.O.T. friendship!!
Before Dwayne Johnson ripped off "The Ross" and became "The Rock", i was putting people in the smackdown hotel. I'm the original funmiester, the guru of good times. So guys, don't worry about me! I just making a fucking come back of epic proportions. And if there are any nay sayers out there beyond the C.O.T. they should know their role and shut their mouth!
Back to the run, it was a fucking grind. I had made an interesting course, mostly flat, spilt between dirt and pavement. Through the scenic park and through the ghetto (talk about jabroni blvd.). It had a little bit of everything.
Around mile 10 I cramped worse than i have in a long time. I fought like hell, stopped and stretched, walked and ran. Somehow i finished this sumbitch of run.
I lost 6 pounds during the run. It was very humid today and i guess i wasnt hydrated right. I took a beating.
But it's over and we 9 days away from the run to remember!!
Can you SMELLLLLL what Ross is cookin??
Bring it!!
see ya,
Ross
Song of the day-i already told ya, Rolling in the deep.
Sorry for the long post, it was a long run!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Anna Begins
I ran another 6 miles today in the park. I felt so good, i didnt even know i was running. Things really feel good right now. I set up my new mP3 and added a ton of new songs. The run stared out with a great live version of Anna Begins by the counting crows followed by the Goo Goo dolls covering Americn girl by Tom Petty. It was great to have fresh music pumpin my run. It was raining pretty good during the run which was fine with me, it kept the knuckleheads home.
I'm lifting tomorrow and ill have my weekly with Dr. P. I know i wouldn't be here without her help a couple of years ago and she keeps my spine free now. Plus, she also cracks my ankles which is freakin priceless.
I signed up for the Warrior Dash in June. Ill hit the course with my nephews. Im not intimitated at all by the dash, but it hopefully give me a small taste of what the Tough Mudder will be like. You'll be hearing a lot about the Mudder soon.
Less than two weeks to the Run to Remember! Bring it!
See ya
Ross
Song of the day- Anna Begins-what else? lol
I'm lifting tomorrow and ill have my weekly with Dr. P. I know i wouldn't be here without her help a couple of years ago and she keeps my spine free now. Plus, she also cracks my ankles which is freakin priceless.
I signed up for the Warrior Dash in June. Ill hit the course with my nephews. Im not intimitated at all by the dash, but it hopefully give me a small taste of what the Tough Mudder will be like. You'll be hearing a lot about the Mudder soon.
Less than two weeks to the Run to Remember! Bring it!
See ya
Ross
Song of the day- Anna Begins-what else? lol
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Screw you Hal!!
As usual i'm following the half marathon training plan by Hal Higdon. Well it called for a 10 mile run this weekend. I woke up yesterday at 515 to go for my run. Well i had nothing. No energy, legs felt like shit and mentally i couldnt imagine running 10 miles do i said screw it and went back to bed.
I spent the day playing tourist in Boston with the family. Went to zoo, quincy market and our favorite ice cream shop. The whole damn time i was very anxious. I felt terrible about not running. Hal was in every thought. My dam Catholic guilt was killing me. Guilt for letting Hal down? I kept tellin myself "you dont even know Hal, its just a piece of paper"!
By today i couldnt handle it anymore. I took off on my 10 miler the first thing in the morning. I felt great, the whole run was relatively easy. Amazing how you can build up such stamina. I felt like a kid in a candy store for the last mile. I know the run to remember is is well within reach.
One long run left and a couple of shorties and then its go time. Ill take tomorrow off, do some lifting with Doug and then have a recovery run Tuesday.
Im in the market for a new MP3 player. Mine is 4 yrs old and only holds 100 songs. I need some new music. But I cant part with this one, its like my little brother i never had. Its always with me, takes a beating and comes back for more. What else could i want.
Tried some GU roctane today around mile 4. Wow stuff is great, highly recommend it.
That's all for now!
Ross
Song of day: Old Apartment by BNL
Song still has so much meaning to me!
Did this post from my phone, ill spellcheck it later o:)
I spent the day playing tourist in Boston with the family. Went to zoo, quincy market and our favorite ice cream shop. The whole damn time i was very anxious. I felt terrible about not running. Hal was in every thought. My dam Catholic guilt was killing me. Guilt for letting Hal down? I kept tellin myself "you dont even know Hal, its just a piece of paper"!
By today i couldnt handle it anymore. I took off on my 10 miler the first thing in the morning. I felt great, the whole run was relatively easy. Amazing how you can build up such stamina. I felt like a kid in a candy store for the last mile. I know the run to remember is is well within reach.
One long run left and a couple of shorties and then its go time. Ill take tomorrow off, do some lifting with Doug and then have a recovery run Tuesday.
Im in the market for a new MP3 player. Mine is 4 yrs old and only holds 100 songs. I need some new music. But I cant part with this one, its like my little brother i never had. Its always with me, takes a beating and comes back for more. What else could i want.
Tried some GU roctane today around mile 4. Wow stuff is great, highly recommend it.
That's all for now!
Ross
Song of day: Old Apartment by BNL
Song still has so much meaning to me!
Did this post from my phone, ill spellcheck it later o:)
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Strong like bull in the park
I had a phenomenal run today at mine falls park. The same 6 mile loop I did two days ago, accept today i did it 4 minutes faster. I just felt really strong and also needed a challenge. I never run for time, I could care less usually. But ive been running so many miles that all the runs seem to be the same so i decided to see what I could do today! i havent been this excited about a run in a long time. This was a max effort, bring the pain run!!
Like I mentioned I dont ever get worried about my time, its just about finishing events. It’s sort of like the old story about two bulls who came over the hill and saw a bunch of cows in the pasture. The young bull says ” hey lets run down there and screw one of those cows” and the older bull says “Let’s walk down and screw ‘em all”!! Thats me with running!
I really had no issue keeping up with the pace I set. Though I have a hard time setting a faster pace by myself. Wish I had someone quick to run with once in a while.
I only had two issues to deal with today. #1 Ignorant dog owners. The sign says no unleashed dogs! Feel free to follow the rules. If I wanted a dog sniffing my crotch as I run I’d go buy one!
#2 Stay at home mom’s-shouldn’t you be at home? ok seriously, you want to take your kids for a walk, thats fine. But do you have to walk with 4 strollers next to each other on a 12 foot wide trail??? WTF move over people, you dont own the park!
Well thats about all i have time for! hope you had a great day too!
Ross
Like I mentioned I dont ever get worried about my time, its just about finishing events. It’s sort of like the old story about two bulls who came over the hill and saw a bunch of cows in the pasture. The young bull says ” hey lets run down there and screw one of those cows” and the older bull says “Let’s walk down and screw ‘em all”!! Thats me with running!
I really had no issue keeping up with the pace I set. Though I have a hard time setting a faster pace by myself. Wish I had someone quick to run with once in a while.
I only had two issues to deal with today. #1 Ignorant dog owners. The sign says no unleashed dogs! Feel free to follow the rules. If I wanted a dog sniffing my crotch as I run I’d go buy one!
#2 Stay at home mom’s-shouldn’t you be at home? ok seriously, you want to take your kids for a walk, thats fine. But do you have to walk with 4 strollers next to each other on a 12 foot wide trail??? WTF move over people, you dont own the park!
Well thats about all i have time for! hope you had a great day too!
Ross
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
6 perfect miles!!
I felt so good today. Ran 6 miles at mine falls park! Legs felt fine, breathing was in rhythm. Could have ran all day. Weather was perfect, music was deep and dark. I let my mind wander a but, it was good to "get away".
Still hurting about the Celtics loss last night. Really questioning why Doc didn't have Shaq in the game at the end of regulation. It really would have forced Miami's hand defensively. Drop the Big Shamrock on The block and he requires a lot of attention. Oh well, time to focus on the bruins!!
I'm so jacked for the run to remember to get here that I'm going out of my mind. I want to run it tomorrow!!
See ya
Ross
Song of the day- killing in the name of love-Rage against the Machine
Still hurting about the Celtics loss last night. Really questioning why Doc didn't have Shaq in the game at the end of regulation. It really would have forced Miami's hand defensively. Drop the Big Shamrock on The block and he requires a lot of attention. Oh well, time to focus on the bruins!!
I'm so jacked for the run to remember to get here that I'm going out of my mind. I want to run it tomorrow!!
See ya
Ross
Song of the day- killing in the name of love-Rage against the Machine
3 for me, 3 for the celtics
Well today was going to be a 3miler, after that Celtics loss last night i'm going to tack on an extra 3. So there ya have it, I'm hoping to bang out 6 at lunch!
I feel so focused and strong right now. Giving up tennis and basketball to focus on my running has worked great!
Ill report back after lunch!! I'm pretty fired up today!
I feel so focused and strong right now. Giving up tennis and basketball to focus on my running has worked great!
Ill report back after lunch!! I'm pretty fired up today!
Monday, May 9, 2011
3.5 miles in the park
Pretty poor run today at the falls. 3.5 miles that felt like 7. but it was my first time out since my 11 mile Odyssey on Saturday!
Weather looks to be great this week so i think ill be out there a lot. I'm thinking tomorrow will feature some stretching and another 3 miler or so.
I can not possibly tell you how much i cant stand this Miami heat team. Go Celts!!
Song of the run-Shippin up to boston by the dropkick murphys!
Weather looks to be great this week so i think ill be out there a lot. I'm thinking tomorrow will feature some stretching and another 3 miler or so.
I can not possibly tell you how much i cant stand this Miami heat team. Go Celts!!
Song of the run-Shippin up to boston by the dropkick murphys!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
A Man, a Can and a Plan twenty years later
It had to start some where. It was so long ago I don't even remember where we were. But i know we stood around, all holding a can of beer making a plan. A plan to run a marathon together someday. So long ago, so many things of changed. It had to be twenty years ago. Before we were married, before we had kids, before we had the bull shit that life throws at you. It was back when we were young enough and had enough energy to pull it off!!
Twenty years of excuses and here we are! Old, beat up and stressed out, yet i still have this burning feeling of failure. I need to do a marathon someday before I die. It's pretty apparent if you've been at this space before that this has been eating at me.
Its been a long time since I wrote here. I guess I stopped sometime in last years pitiful quest for the run to remember. I was probably too embarrassed that I wasn't training properly to blog. I did run the race and somehow finished. But the poor training showed. I was a mess. Barley finished. It honestly couldn't suck enough!! I looked at my wife and sister when i finished and said "I'm never doing this again"!!
That would of course mean i was a quitter, and had given in to the beast!! Fuck that!! Here we go again!!
I quit smoking on 1/8/11 and have been working hard since. Dusted of the sneakers and ran a 5k in March with my friend Doug. Since then Ive been going steady with increasing mileage!
I have done multiple runs of 9 miles or more. Yesterday i kicked an 11 in Saugus. I've never been stronger! I'm going to rock the run to remember in three weeks!! If that goes well I'm going to.....well lets just say Ive got something bigger planned. much bigger, about twice as big.
For now, i need you to keep reading and keep encouraging me not to fail.
And of course I have to thank president Obama for killing that piece of shit last week!! Nice Job Prez! It's a great week to be an American!
I'm going to try and start posting on a regular basis again starting with this post. It helps me in many ways! And of course i need all of the help i can get.
See ya
Ross
P.S. Song of the day- Faith cover by Limp Bizkit
Twenty years of excuses and here we are! Old, beat up and stressed out, yet i still have this burning feeling of failure. I need to do a marathon someday before I die. It's pretty apparent if you've been at this space before that this has been eating at me.
Its been a long time since I wrote here. I guess I stopped sometime in last years pitiful quest for the run to remember. I was probably too embarrassed that I wasn't training properly to blog. I did run the race and somehow finished. But the poor training showed. I was a mess. Barley finished. It honestly couldn't suck enough!! I looked at my wife and sister when i finished and said "I'm never doing this again"!!
That would of course mean i was a quitter, and had given in to the beast!! Fuck that!! Here we go again!!
I quit smoking on 1/8/11 and have been working hard since. Dusted of the sneakers and ran a 5k in March with my friend Doug. Since then Ive been going steady with increasing mileage!
I have done multiple runs of 9 miles or more. Yesterday i kicked an 11 in Saugus. I've never been stronger! I'm going to rock the run to remember in three weeks!! If that goes well I'm going to.....well lets just say Ive got something bigger planned. much bigger, about twice as big.
For now, i need you to keep reading and keep encouraging me not to fail.
And of course I have to thank president Obama for killing that piece of shit last week!! Nice Job Prez! It's a great week to be an American!
I'm going to try and start posting on a regular basis again starting with this post. It helps me in many ways! And of course i need all of the help i can get.
See ya
Ross
P.S. Song of the day- Faith cover by Limp Bizkit
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