long weekend of derby as I sat on my couch and watch the Declaration of Derby. Congrats Oly for winning Nationals. Please come to Lincoln and train my ass into a skater that is 1/4 as good as the worst skater on your league. I would still be kick ass. Like for real yo.
Went to practice tonight (oh and I went last Monday too but only for an hour since Rob had to work), One of our refs who is really experienced at skating loosened my trucks on my goodness!!! It was like heaven! I first started skating with my orthotics in but had to take them out almost immediately since my entire right leg began to hurt. But the loosening of the trucks made a difference. Because of this pain, I missed the catch the pack drill it hurt so bad to skate. I'm hoping that this easy fix will cure my problem of foot and ankle cramping. le sigh.....my feet aren't sore tonight so yay!
Another night of practice tomorrow and it will be a short one again since Rob has to work. Have I ever mentioned that late practices cause me to lose sleep? Last week after that Monday practice, I had trouble sleeping, then started to feel sick. I ended up staying home from work on Wednesday and Thursday since I felt yucky. Now I gave that same yuckiness to Rob although I think he is starting to feel better.
So, I decided that I really have to start pushing myself a lot harder. I almost wish that there was someone who would really ride me to do better. But only a little; not push me until I get all irritated. When we get home I sometimes complain about various ailments and Rob gets irritated with me. That's why I need a derby wife who will push me to do better. Any takers?
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009
on track=new challenges
So we had the 2nd night of practice and i was only to attend for an hour before heading home. It was a long day since I worked from 9-5, went to a NCDG Board meeting immediately after work until about about 7:30. The rushed home, changed, spent a few minutes with Mini-me, ate some delicious baked cheese sandwiches, then off to practice only a few minutes late!
We did some basic skills tonight like crossovers around a cone, t-stops and turn stops. The crossovers were hard to do in a circle actually and I wished we could have done them on the track. The turn stops are a challenge as I have trouble turning not to mention that I am a big pussy when it comes to doing it since I have a fear of falling on my tail bone. But I definitely need to get over that and just do it.
I want to go skate on Thursday and work on turn stops and some agility basics. Le sigh. I also got my orthotics and want to put those inserts into my boots and see if that helps my cramping.
Our old coach showed up tonight after a lot of smack talk and just being a general asshole last season. He's really condescending and acts like you're beneath all acknowledgement if he doesn't like you. Guess how I know that? Hmmmmm...he acts the same way with Rob too. As if we are somehow below his notice or aren't worth the respect. All I have to say to that he can kiss my rock hard Fugitives...There is a reason why you weren't kept around jerk face and there is a reason why you aren't welcomed back this season either.
On a positive note, I drank 40 ounces of water today!! And ate both breakfast AND lunch. Woo hoo!
We did some basic skills tonight like crossovers around a cone, t-stops and turn stops. The crossovers were hard to do in a circle actually and I wished we could have done them on the track. The turn stops are a challenge as I have trouble turning not to mention that I am a big pussy when it comes to doing it since I have a fear of falling on my tail bone. But I definitely need to get over that and just do it.
I want to go skate on Thursday and work on turn stops and some agility basics. Le sigh. I also got my orthotics and want to put those inserts into my boots and see if that helps my cramping.
Our old coach showed up tonight after a lot of smack talk and just being a general asshole last season. He's really condescending and acts like you're beneath all acknowledgement if he doesn't like you. Guess how I know that? Hmmmmm...he acts the same way with Rob too. As if we are somehow below his notice or aren't worth the respect. All I have to say to that he can kiss my rock hard Fugitives...There is a reason why you weren't kept around jerk face and there is a reason why you aren't welcomed back this season either.
On a positive note, I drank 40 ounces of water today!! And ate both breakfast AND lunch. Woo hoo!
Posting=staying on track
I wonder if posting more would keep me honest about what I am doing. Hmm...considering that no one reads this blog, it may not but I suppose I just have to try it and see.
Our first new skater practice was last night and I think it went well. My feet cramp horribly. Like numb feet in my skates numb so I am going to buy some inserts that Midlife Crashes from ORG recommends. Of course she uses them for super high arches but I'm hoping a little more support in my skates will help. I hate to be the girl that has to stop to shake out her feet and get the cramping to stop. Sylvia Bullet also suggested upping my potassium intake and drinking more water. So I ate a banana and plan on drinking more water. And maybe eating another banana later.
Anyway, I plan on working on my endurance and maybe running on off days. I want to try spinning too but have to figure out the whole Y membership thing. Right now, Rob and I are trying to pay stuff off and save money for a house. Things would go much faster if I could score a PT job. If only derby paid....I'd have tons of billable hours !
Our first new skater practice was last night and I think it went well. My feet cramp horribly. Like numb feet in my skates numb so I am going to buy some inserts that Midlife Crashes from ORG recommends. Of course she uses them for super high arches but I'm hoping a little more support in my skates will help. I hate to be the girl that has to stop to shake out her feet and get the cramping to stop. Sylvia Bullet also suggested upping my potassium intake and drinking more water. So I ate a banana and plan on drinking more water. And maybe eating another banana later.
Anyway, I plan on working on my endurance and maybe running on off days. I want to try spinning too but have to figure out the whole Y membership thing. Right now, Rob and I are trying to pay stuff off and save money for a house. Things would go much faster if I could score a PT job. If only derby paid....I'd have tons of billable hours !
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Fleas...
Lucy has them and I don't want them in the house. Suggestions?
Also, Jakki and I are going skating tonight. Have I mentioned how nervous I am to be hit? Yikes...but I am a big brave dog!
Also, Jakki and I are going skating tonight. Have I mentioned how nervous I am to be hit? Yikes...but I am a big brave dog!
Friday, October 23, 2009
uuummmm.....
so, despite all of my claims otherwise, I haven't forgotten to blog with my promised frequency. Instead, I play Papaya Farm and search for a cheap pair of skates on my regular skate sites. Remember when I used to write funny blog posts about my shenanigans?
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Keeping me honest....
So I have decided that when I remember, I will blog about my quest to actually be teamed and skate next season. In order to do that, I need to start now on my fitness level and endurance.
I've been using Lose It! on my ipod as a way to track my calories and exercise. Can I tell you that this app has faith that users will never eat something like a delicious raspberry zinger? Seriously. No Hostess products are listed anywhere. So overall I do ok but there are some days, like when I hit the Chipotle for lunch, where I intake enough calories for a long time in one sitting. Another issue I have is that I think I lose inches but not weight. Does that make sense? Could it be that I am all muscle? Probably not but you can tell that my body shape has changed since I started my half-assed run/walk program. My belly isn't so sticky outie and the comadres seem smaller. But that could just be me being hopeful.
I've increased my water intake from almost zero to about 50oz. Well yesterday anyway. WTF with the whole take your weight and devide by 2 to get how many ounces of water to drink everyday? Who thought that up? I swear you can hear water sloshing around my belly as I walk like a drunk but using only sober liquids. Maybe if I pretend like I am binge drinking it seem funner and I will get motivated. Although come to think of it, I'm not a very good binge drinker either. And while I refuse to tell you my weight (although I did lose 6 pounds since May), that's ALOT of f-ing water.
I've been using Lose It! on my ipod as a way to track my calories and exercise. Can I tell you that this app has faith that users will never eat something like a delicious raspberry zinger? Seriously. No Hostess products are listed anywhere. So overall I do ok but there are some days, like when I hit the Chipotle for lunch, where I intake enough calories for a long time in one sitting. Another issue I have is that I think I lose inches but not weight. Does that make sense? Could it be that I am all muscle? Probably not but you can tell that my body shape has changed since I started my half-assed run/walk program. My belly isn't so sticky outie and the comadres seem smaller. But that could just be me being hopeful.
I've increased my water intake from almost zero to about 50oz. Well yesterday anyway. WTF with the whole take your weight and devide by 2 to get how many ounces of water to drink everyday? Who thought that up? I swear you can hear water sloshing around my belly as I walk like a drunk but using only sober liquids. Maybe if I pretend like I am binge drinking it seem funner and I will get motivated. Although come to think of it, I'm not a very good binge drinker either. And while I refuse to tell you my weight (although I did lose 6 pounds since May), that's ALOT of f-ing water.
Friday, June 19, 2009
workin' on my fitness....
All this running from the Beginner's luck thing had better whip me into shape and make my hind parts rock hard. I mean it.
Last night, after practice, we went for a quick run and I swear I felt like I was drenched in sweat (hhmmmm pretty) only to discover that I wasn't really all that sweaty. Maybe it was the humidity last night that made me feel that way but I was kinda disappointed I wasn't all disgusting and smelly although after practice I had to peel my pads off and like all girls at practice, was feeling really ripe with the dreaded pad funk. Other than Febreeze, how can you wash your pads?
Speaking of practice, I'm hoping that this running will help with endurance on my skates too. I skated for a bit last night and decided that I have to skate balls out and stop being afraid of falling on my knee. Considering it's been 8 months, it's time to put my big girl panties on and commit to roller derby as a skater considering I have my trading cards and all....
Last night, after practice, we went for a quick run and I swear I felt like I was drenched in sweat (hhmmmm pretty) only to discover that I wasn't really all that sweaty. Maybe it was the humidity last night that made me feel that way but I was kinda disappointed I wasn't all disgusting and smelly although after practice I had to peel my pads off and like all girls at practice, was feeling really ripe with the dreaded pad funk. Other than Febreeze, how can you wash your pads?
Speaking of practice, I'm hoping that this running will help with endurance on my skates too. I skated for a bit last night and decided that I have to skate balls out and stop being afraid of falling on my knee. Considering it's been 8 months, it's time to put my big girl panties on and commit to roller derby as a skater considering I have my trading cards and all....
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Rapid update
I realized that I hadn't posted anything to this blog since before surgery which seems very long ago. Now that surgery is over and I am up and about I suppose I should post a rapid update!
Surgery: went well and I only have 3 scars around my knee. My scars healed somewhat keloid like which tends to make my knee sore when I put pressure on it. By pressure, I mean I can't fall on it yet while skating which means I fear I will go another season of derby without actually getting any time skating as a real skater. Instead, I think I will be putting on stripes and working as a ref until my knee is stronger which, while not ideal, still allows me to be involved.
Review: my review went wonderfully as in no recommendations for change, my folders were beee-you-tee-ful and I am doing well on this tenure-tracked roller coaster of love. I had a conversation with someone coming out of a residency program this year who is scared about taking on the professor title when he starts looking for and interviewing for jobs. It was definitely a relief to hear my boss give me my feedback.
Travel: visited the OP for Christmas then came back home with bronchitis that was happily on it's way to being a case of walking pneumonia. Terrible right? I realize that last year at this same time I was feeling exactly the same way. Feeling like crap really, so I'm sure that last year I was walking around with this terrible sounding hacking cough and was really sick rather than just suffering from the "crud".
Just got back from Denver where I was witness to a group of drunk librarians who were getting down to this cover band at a party. For those of you who are not librarians, I should let you know that library conferences are just a nighly boozefest where vendors ply poor unsuspecting librarians with booze and provide them with bad music where they proceed to make complete asses of themselves. Not me of course as I try really hard to take advantage of the OPEN bar and drink my weight in pricey adult beverages. Librarians basically go to conference twice a year to go completely and totally ape shit. I tried to think of a term that did not include profanity and cannot think of anything that would truly convey how crazy these people go for free booze and cheese. Completely, totally dirty dancing with some random dude ape shit. Seriously. I asked everyone who was at this particular party to please make me leave post haste should I express a desire to do the lambada with the creepy long haired hippie vendor. I tend to respond well to chocolate covered strawberries, lemon bars and gin.
Surgery: went well and I only have 3 scars around my knee. My scars healed somewhat keloid like which tends to make my knee sore when I put pressure on it. By pressure, I mean I can't fall on it yet while skating which means I fear I will go another season of derby without actually getting any time skating as a real skater. Instead, I think I will be putting on stripes and working as a ref until my knee is stronger which, while not ideal, still allows me to be involved.
Review: my review went wonderfully as in no recommendations for change, my folders were beee-you-tee-ful and I am doing well on this tenure-tracked roller coaster of love. I had a conversation with someone coming out of a residency program this year who is scared about taking on the professor title when he starts looking for and interviewing for jobs. It was definitely a relief to hear my boss give me my feedback.
Travel: visited the OP for Christmas then came back home with bronchitis that was happily on it's way to being a case of walking pneumonia. Terrible right? I realize that last year at this same time I was feeling exactly the same way. Feeling like crap really, so I'm sure that last year I was walking around with this terrible sounding hacking cough and was really sick rather than just suffering from the "crud".
Just got back from Denver where I was witness to a group of drunk librarians who were getting down to this cover band at a party. For those of you who are not librarians, I should let you know that library conferences are just a nighly boozefest where vendors ply poor unsuspecting librarians with booze and provide them with bad music where they proceed to make complete asses of themselves. Not me of course as I try really hard to take advantage of the OPEN bar and drink my weight in pricey adult beverages. Librarians basically go to conference twice a year to go completely and totally ape shit. I tried to think of a term that did not include profanity and cannot think of anything that would truly convey how crazy these people go for free booze and cheese. Completely, totally dirty dancing with some random dude ape shit. Seriously. I asked everyone who was at this particular party to please make me leave post haste should I express a desire to do the lambada with the creepy long haired hippie vendor. I tend to respond well to chocolate covered strawberries, lemon bars and gin.
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