First Marathon Of the Year...

It was disappointing not qualifying for the NYC marathon 2008, but that didn't keep me from entering other races this year. The first of potentially 2 or 3 marathons will take place on November 23, 2008 in the historic city of Philadelphia. This will be the 15th annual Philadelphia Marathon and the one of many for me in my young running career.

Back to Life...back to REality (some kind of a song)

I'm BBAAcccKKKKKk!

It's been quite the hiatus from this blog, but finally, THE ROCK HAS COME BACK TO BLOGGER.com.... I've always wanted to say that and couldn't resist. Well, I've I'm back to running and reading and looking for a new job, so if you come across anything definiately let me know.

So, what have I've done since my last post:

1. Visited SPAIN
2. [Read] A New Earth : Awakening to Your Life's Purpose
3. Running - Back to Running, for the last time, it is now an integral part of my daily activities
4. Made a list of "
5. [Read] The United States of Europe - a definitely must read, it almost feels as if the Europeans met the framers, took and install OUR constitution and are now becoming the NEW WORLD ORDER - Thanks a bunch George Bush, lets hope McCain doesn't win.
6. Enrolled at the Baruch College - Professional Certification Program, just two more classes to go and I'll have a newly minted Project Management Certification (wooHOOO)


OK, I'll stop here and get back to job hunting.

THANK You, come again !

WISH ME LUCK!!!

NYRR - Fred Lebow Classic : Race 1

The first of 9 races to automatically qualify for the New York City Marathon in November was held today. the Fred Lebow classic is a 5 mile run around the inner loop in central park. Sure, 5 miles sounds like a warm up, but boy all runners ran as if their life dependent on it. I must admit, the highlight of the race was the bagel and hot cocoa at the end of the race. Overall great race, great pace, but I'll have to work twice as hard to increase endurance. My results are below:

Next: NYRR Half-Marathon Grand Prix - Manhattan
Date: January 27, 2008 @ 8:30 A.M.
Miles: 13.1
Time(goal): 2:00 hrs

Last Name	First Name	Sex/ Age	Bib	City	Finish Time	Pace/ Mile
DIAZ	JOSE	M28	3005	BROOKLYN	45:56	9:11

NYC 2008

I am on track to run over 24 miles for this week. Also, I've signed up for the first two qualifying events (I need a total of 9 for 2008) for the new York City marathon-- I AM SO PSYCHED!! stay tune, I'll update my blog with information of each of the races....

BerlinBrooklynDCNYC

Have you've seen the AT&T commercial about a carrier you can take anywhere, for example Philawarepragueacago. If you haven't, I've added to this post. Well, I took another sabbatical from the blogging world with class, work, life, and no marathon training to occupy my time. Actually, this isn't a legitimate excuse but how can I justify not blogging? I honestly cannot, but I hope that in purchasing the following item N810I will post more often then you probably want me to =)

Now, why to the title of this blog BerlinBrooklynDCNYC that should be easy and I'll give you two hints: Directly linked to my blog (RUN FORREST, Brooklyn Runner) and my addiction to a healthy lifestyle. Give yup? Ok, I'm planning on running 3 MARATHONS and the annual Brooklyn Half -- I mean, I live in Brooklyn so it would be a crime if I didn't. Before calling Bellevue Hospital and expressing your concerns to them, just follow my blog and my training possibly be motivated to run a short race with me. By short, I'm saying a 3 or 5 miler in NYC =)

Road to running: For the next 2 months, starting today, I'll focus on shedding 10 lbs from my 200 lbs frame. Then I'll start my running regiment first week of February.

Gym workout (Mondays, Wednesday, Saturdays)
Chest
3 of 12 @ 130 lbs - bench press
3 of 15 @ 120 lbs - decline press
3 of 12 @ 70 lbs - Incline bench
4 of 10 @ 140 lbs - butterflies

Back
3 of 12 @ 120 lbs - Pull-downs
3 of 10 @ 45 lbs - One are rows

Abs
Oblique crunches (100)| Bell Crunches (100) | Leg raises (100) | Crunches (200)

Treadmill
Fit Test - Hills (incline of 8) @ 5.5 speed for 5 Minutes
Speed Burst - Flat @ 5.8 speed for 10 minutes

Gym workout (Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursday)
Deltoids
3 of 10 @ 100 lbs - Shrugs
2 of 12 @ 105 lbs - Shoulder lifts

Lower Body

2 of 15 @ 80 lbs - Leg Raises
3 of 10 @ 70 lbs - Hamstrings
2 of 8 @ 125 lbs - Squats
2 of 10 @ 95 lbs - Lunges

Abs + Treadmill - see above

Next Stop: WHOLE FOODS
Because what would all this hard work be w/o any FOOD.

My Review of GEL-Nimbus VIII (White)

Originally submitted at Onlineshoes.com

Seek an agile stride with the GEL-Nimbus VIII running shoe from ASICS. Increasing the efficiency of heel to toe transition is the Space Trusstic System. The ComfortDry insole creates a dry and healthy interior environment. The Solyte 45 material from midfoot to heel absorbs shock, cushions, and ...

GEL-Nimbus VIII (White)GEL-Nimbus VIII (White)

Best running shoes I've purchased!!

By Brooklyn Runner from New York on 8/2/2007

 

4out of 5

Sizing: Feels true to size

Width: Feels true to width

Pros: Breathable, Good Traction, Comfortable, Lightweight

Best Uses: Wet Conditions, Pavement

Describe Yourself: Active & Fit

Incredibleshoes

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