tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59993260271969344292024-02-19T13:02:23.608-06:00Run, Run Your Buns off 2013Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.comBlogger587125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-51510504353754073062014-08-23T20:29:00.001-05:002014-08-23T20:29:00.453-05:00State Fair 2014http://flipagram.com/f/HVfg6SFFDI 2014 Minnesota State Fair #flipagram made with @flipagram ♫ Music: Katy Perry - This Is How We Do Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-25388449585409539542014-01-02T14:53:00.001-06:002014-01-02T15:09:59.180-06:00New Year Moving Day...That's right.. another new year and I finally figured out how to once again start a new blog for 2014...
I'm now at: www.runbuns14.blogspot.com/
Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-91145397920497235102014-01-01T16:49:00.002-06:002014-01-01T17:11:42.249-06:00I need to do more of this in 2014
Baking, that's what I need to do more of this year!
Since it's January 1st, there is no better time to start baking more then by making banana bread. I practically ate one whole mini loaf by myself for a snack. Not exactly what I was trying to do, but a tasty treat hot out of the oven.
I'm also going to start making a daily what makes me happy list.
Today what made me happy? Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-32413318002421883082014-01-01T10:30:00.003-06:002014-01-01T10:30:56.153-06:00Happy 2014.. the right foot! Happy New Year 2014!!!!
I start a new blog every year.. this year I might not be moving to a new blog page. I might just be stuck in 2013 forever as I can't seem to figure out how to sign out and re-create a new blog... runbuns14.. So it might be awhile that we are stuck in last year..&Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-11562485458409657032013-12-31T08:45:00.003-06:002013-12-31T08:45:42.482-06:00Good Bye 2013
In all 2013 was a good year. All years have some rough spots..lows and highs. I can mostly say there were tons more highs then lows..
I would have to say one of my biggest regrets of 2013 was to not do the triathlon. I let my fear of the lake = gross water creep me out to talk myself out of doing this race. While I had good reasons to Not do it this year.. (used the money to buy Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-62536963865050060752013-12-31T08:30:00.002-06:002013-12-31T08:47:48.973-06:00Very Determined!
Look who I got to spend my morning and afternoon with...
I can definitely say spending time holding Evan makes me happy.
He spent most of the day sleeping in my arms.. after his first visit to the doctor.
Logan and I made these delicious pretzels. The box instructions said let the dough raise for 25 minutes.. 4 hours later it was good to Go.. They wereRunbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-76456551635833373252013-12-30T09:18:00.003-06:002013-12-30T09:18:59.280-06:00Some testing is just worth it!
What exactly am I testing?
I'm testing my ability to still go to the gym later on this morning and run. The only way I get myself to workout each day is pretty simple, 1. Make sure I get up early enough to get in 1 hour minimum of running time 2.Wake up enough to stretch 3. Always put on workout clothes the second I get up. This way I'm ready to go.. because where else can I go, Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-82047108509379010052013-12-29T10:08:00.003-06:002013-12-29T10:08:19.717-06:00I didn't notice.
Have you ever had one of those days where your like... how did I do that and not notice?
I tried something new on my morning gym workout. I ran 30 easy minutes talking to gym friends on the cross ramp. I then ran on the treadmill for 30 minutes. I switched between 6.0mph and 7.0mph for 20 minutes and the last 10, I ran at 6.0mph. I usually kept my speed the same, and run random hills. Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-45078580366716861702013-12-28T11:49:00.005-06:002013-12-28T11:49:49.528-06:00This is hard..
Cross training is good, but hard. It definitely uses different muscles and I sure do feel it, but not where I expected. My quadriceps are sore from extending my legs back farther then I do when running.
It pretty much takes me all season of running, biking, swimming or skiing to feel like I'm at my peek fitness and then the season is over and I move on to another sport and start all Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-76499444187183728942013-12-28T08:59:00.001-06:002013-12-28T08:59:31.676-06:00Making up excuses for a good reason!
If I don't have plans for my daughter to come over with this little guy, I've had to make up excuses to go see them. I'm learning fast how to come up with good ones! I just can't get enough of him. Good thing my daughter thinks I should just come over, excuse or not.. just to see them all.
I also need a photo a day.. or more. If I could figure out how to get a text photo off my phone I'd Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-16132424922263857932013-12-27T11:26:00.001-06:002013-12-27T11:26:25.981-06:00Garmin Skiing results
That felt GREAT to ski.. I still don't have the perfect cross country ski jacket... I tend to start off cold and after 13 minutes I'm sweating and hot.
I remembered my Garmin and heart rate monitor.
I took the long route and it only took me 1 hour and 8 minutes! I wasn't fast, avg speed 12mph.. but my heart rate was 125 - max of 154.
X-Skiing is a lot harder then justRunbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-81935295007738923822013-12-27T08:49:00.003-06:002013-12-27T08:49:30.858-06:00I'm Happy to bundle up! Suggestions for a 2014 Resolution!
Usually this would not be my idea of fun, to bundle up. It's just not the case today. I'm happy to bundle up because that means I get to cross country ski! I checked the weather report and today is suppose to be in the mid 30's.. Unfortunately, right now its only in the teens, but it's not going to stop me!
I can not forget my Garmin.. I really want to see how many miles I travel and howRunbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-42006373689793967952013-12-26T14:32:00.002-06:002013-12-26T14:32:31.270-06:00Winter Snow Fun!
I'm absolutely loving the snow and being able to Cross Country Ski!!!!
Celina and I headed out to ski as soon as we could today.
Map..Check! Ski pass... Check!
I have no idea of how far we skied but we took the short trail since we are limited in time.
What a great day to ski and get some much needed exercise this afternoon. It was snowing lightly out which made Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-22912490661043532192013-12-26T06:58:00.002-06:002013-12-26T06:58:33.092-06:00Which one is better then the other?
I had a tough decision to make for breakfast this morning... Do I stick with my every day Wheat bread with Chunky Peanut-butter or do I have the cranberry walnut bread that is one of my favorites this time of year?
There is also more Caramel rolls.. Which are my absolutely favorite type of bread.. so many choices.. so what do I do? Have half of everything. I would hate to give up all myRunbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-46725430487654948972013-12-26T06:49:00.000-06:002013-12-26T06:49:02.461-06:00Christmas night...
We have a busy Christmas schedule.. after having Christmas Eve at Tim's.. Christmas morning at our house we then move on to Steve's parents house for more gift opening.. then back to our house for Christmas dinner. We figured out a few years ago it's easier to come to the gifts then to transport them. This way we all get to share the entertaining..and we all agree, it just works really great!&Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-59887591711675503402013-12-25T14:14:00.000-06:002013-12-25T14:14:06.107-06:00Merry Christmas 2012... Morning..Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-83934776565699955952013-12-24T15:34:00.001-06:002013-12-24T15:34:25.488-06:00Future running feet...
Doesn't he have the cutest little feet ever? I have a feeling I'm going to be running after my little grandson in no time at all..
Happy Christmas Eve... and we have our grandson here just in time to help Celebrate Christmas. What a great gift.
Evan Sankara M. born 12/19/13 @ 8:14pm
1st day home with baby.. My Daughter, Kendra and her baby boy, Evan
The veryRunbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-56095244224648858732013-12-22T09:15:00.000-06:002013-12-22T09:17:40.212-06:00It's a good thing when.. I remembered to get more of my favorite chunky peanut butter. I used up the last of it on my 1 slice of bread before heading out to the gym. I'd be pretty disappointed if I couldn't eat another slice without peanut butter!
It was extremely difficult running on the treadmill this morning. I walked and talked to another gym friend for 20 minutes before even starting to run. I had to share baby Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-36656575998446442302013-12-21T09:58:00.000-06:002013-12-21T10:01:16.390-06:00I'm officially....I officially became a grandmother on Thursday, December 19th at 8:15pm. I was so excited to finally meet Evan. He is a big boy at 10 pounds 3 oz. Super cute chubby baby boy!
(I'll post a photo when the parents give the okay)
Aunt Celina and Uncle Logan.. I think they kind of like their new titles. We were all pretty excited to see baby Evan. I have a feeling these two are Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-75795289092128455952013-12-19T13:11:00.001-06:002013-12-19T13:11:13.065-06:00Surround yourself with beautiful things..
I was listening to the radio yesterday and they had a discussion on what to do in the coming year.. I kind of liked their idea of surrounding ourselves with beautiful things.. .The radio women each received a pretty tea cup to drink from every morning instead of a Styrofoam cup. It doesn't have to be filled with tea, you could use it to eat veggies or drink/eat whatever you choose. Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-11116449113052044172013-12-18T16:43:00.002-06:002013-12-18T16:43:17.372-06:00Naughty or Nice Running Quiz the running bug(a blog I read) had a runners Naughty or Nice Quiz...
Turns out I'm pretty nice, for a runner!
I have determined that I don't like getting up early to go workout. I'd rather lay in bed all nice and warm.. sleeping for an extra 2 hours. I just don't do that on the week days. Weekends yes, but not when I don't have the time to go workout later on. It's always Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-6280237110821416392013-12-17T07:43:00.000-06:002013-12-17T07:43:00.880-06:00Positively Happy... I've made some really great choices.
1. to be happy.. think happy.. stay happy
2. to get a massage today
3. to run
4. to think positive and look at the bright side..
5. to bake my favorite chocolate crinkle cookies and to not eat them all
Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-90606111586091180852013-12-16T12:49:00.002-06:002013-12-16T12:49:30.503-06:00Exercise the easy way!
I have to laugh at people who don't shovel their own driveway. It's the perfect opportunity to exercise and have fun doing it. I find shoveling kind of therapeutic. Just me, the shovel and all that snow. It feels great when all the snow is cleared from the driveway.. You can't beat the easy way to burn calories either! A quick, easy way to exercise.
Off to bake.. I have more cookies to Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-30315241112240349432013-12-16T08:19:00.002-06:002013-12-16T08:19:36.559-06:00104 that means Happy 2 years!!!For 104 weeks or 2 years I've been keeping track of what I eat, and exercise. Happy 2 year anniversary to me!! It sure has kept me going and helped me accomplish so many goals. Plus, most of all. It's helped me not to gain back all the weight I lost 3+ years ago..
I've had some ups and downs..with exercise and weight.. Some days I'm super motivated and others I just go through the Runbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5999326027196934429.post-14945679554390203532013-12-15T11:18:00.000-06:002013-12-15T11:18:44.471-06:00I almost didn't make it...To keep my running fitness up over the winter months I must take time to run on the treadmill. I usually save the treadmill for weekends which is exactly what I did..
Today, running was hard. I started off running 5.5mph.. not fast, but with hills (incline 1.5) I have to work hard. I ran for 30 minutes, took a short break and ran the other 30 minutes. The last 30 I decided to play aroundRunbunsoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328299739271059042noreply@blogger.com0