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Nike+ Without Nike Shoes

David Freerksen — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:34:46 +0000

I love Nike+. It keeps me motivated to run. The only problem I have is that I don’t like Nike shoes. I prefer Adidas over Nike shoes any day. They fit me so much better. But Adidas doesn’t make shoes for the Nike+ sensor (obviously) so I have been forced to buy Nike shoes. Until now.

I just found the Runaway from SwitchEasy. It allows you to clip the Nike+ sensor to laces on top of your shoes. It is even waterproof so you can run in the rain (I always thought that was fun). And best of all, it only costs $8.99. So goodbye Nike shoes. Hello, Adidas!

Bike Riding Tips

David Freerksen — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 15:39:26 +0000

I got a bike not that long ago. It’s not new. I bought it from someone. It’s been at least 8 years since I’ve been on a bike. I thought it would be fun to take out and ride. Get some fresh air while exercising. I took out out for the first time yesterday to ride it. I only rode about 3 miles. But I learned a few things during that time.

Just because you hand grips are rubbery and soft, it’s still a good idea to buy riding gloves.
Even the smallest hill is a pain in the butt to ride up. Thank God for granny gear!
The lane that says “Bikes Only” is not really for bikes. It’s just a little bit of extra padding room for cars to drive before they hit the curb in case they aren’t paying attention to the road because they are talking on the phone or reaching for something under the seat. Labeling it “Bikes Only” I guess is just a way to shut up the tree huggers and “Save the planet because it’s the only one we got” kind of people.
Poop before you get on the bike. The bumps from the road and the general vibrations will make you need to poop. So in order to allow you to ride for a longer period of time, take a poop before you get on the bike.

Training With Trainer – Session #2

David Freerksen — Wed, 06 May 2009 06:18:29 +0000

I had my second session with my trainer today. We worked chest and triceps. Somehow, trainers have a way of making you feel like a complete weakling. I am use to doing four full sets of 70lb dumbbells in each hand on incline. He made me change my form just a little and suddenly the 30’s were kicking my ass. I don’t care though. Anything to get me down to my goal of 12% body fat.

Training With Trainer – Session #1

David Freerksen — Wed, 06 May 2009 05:50:55 +0000

Damn! I’m worn out. I got there at 7am this morning and started. He started by measuring my body fat percentages. That took about half an hour. After that we went to the floor and started working out. I only worked out for 30-45 minutes and I am just physically drained. The trainers name is Charlie. He’s pretty knowledgeable. So if you are in the Sacramento area and looking for a trainer, give him a call at 24 Hour Fitness I’ll post later on today about my body fat measurements. I’m too tired to do it right now.

Training Session – Try #2

David Freerksen — Wed, 06 May 2009 05:49:39 +0000

This Wednesday I start my training sessions at 24Hour Fitness where I work out. This is the second time I will attempt it. The first time the guy apparently didn’t know he had a training session that morning and didn’t show up (strike one). When they called and asked him where he was, he said he would call me later on that day to reschedule. Four days later he calls me (second and final strike).