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Easy Exercises For Days You’re Feeling A Bit Off

Your body is simply unable to adapt to the rigors of exercise when you’re sick! However, all of us have days when we’re not sick, but also don’t feel inclined to have a serious workout. Here are some exercises for the days if you’re not feeling motivated.

Walking Walking engages every muscle in the body, and it’s one of the least strenuous exercises that you can put your body through. Walking at a…

April 27, 2016 - Things seem to be settling down after a crazy month.  Now I finally have time to update you on all the happenings.

During the last week of April, I was in Las Vegas for a conference. My long time climbing partner (LTCP) was also attending the same conference so we decided to meet up for an early morning run.  But at the last minute, he couldn’t make it so I went off on my own.

My plan: To do a 2-mile run along the Strip.  I was staying at the MGM Grand.  Those of you familiar with Las Vegas would know that my side of the street did not have much to see (until you reach the Paris Hotel).  As such, I decided to head over to the other side where it was much more scenic.  To get there, I needed to climb some stairs and cross over the pedestrian bridge.  

Within minutes, I was in front of the New York New York Hotel and Casino.  I felt like I was in another part of the country...well, at least a cheesier version.

From the Big Apple of the West, I ran past the Monte Carlo Hotel.  At this point, my shins began to hurt, something that haven’t happen for a while.  I suspect it had to do with the pavement of the of the street where I was running, which was mainly tiled and slick.  So just a friendly warning for those who are planning to run the Strip.

Eventually, I passed a CVS.  There was no way to cross the street at the next traffic light (Aria Drive) so I had to make a left along the Mandarin Oriental.  You’ll quickly come to a set of stairs that’ll take you to another bridge.

You see an amazing view of the Aria Hotel from the bridge and it’s hard not to stop to take a picture.  The bridge led me to The Shop of Crystals.  That’s when I stopped, turned around, and made my way back.

Overall, it was a nice run.  The weather was cool, and a little breezy, during the early morning hours (7-8am).  Surprisingly, there were actually quite a lot of runners.

Things to watch out for?  Again, the pavement is tiled so it’s really hard on the legs.  Also, the morning is when the City hoses down the streets so be careful because they can get slippery.

We will continue to explore the Lands End area. This week we will check out Sutro Heights Park, which still shows remnants of its former glory, plus beautiful views of Ocean Beach. Then we will jog to the Eastern Coastal Trail Overlook, then Point Lobos, and the Lands End Overlook. From there, we will run Point Lobos Ave. back to the starting point.

WHEN September 12, 2015, 9:30am

WHERE TO MEET The bottom of the the Sutro Heights Park Stairway on Balboa St. and La Playa St.

PARKING Along Balboa St. or surrounding streets or Ocean Beach parking lot.

START TIME 9:30am or when most attendees have arrived. Those who are walking can start earlier.

WHEN TO ARRIVE The Start Time is 9:30am, but you might want to arrive earlier to warm up.

THE COURSE https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=zPwvSYEtpySY.kEHIL-wRBR6I&usp=sharing

ALTERNATIVE ROUTE For those who have trouble running downhill, they can make their finish line at the Lands End Look (H). You can return to the starting point by going through Sutro Heights Park.

RSVP VIA FACEBOOK (Optional) https://www.facebook.com/events/877591425664550/

ESTIMATE TIME OF COMPLETION 25 minutes (when jogging)

WHAT TO BRING -Bottled Water -Light Jacket -Sunblock -Hat -Camera -Friends