Amusing, seperating and feeding 6 kids... ok conquered that one, bring on the next challenge!
So I went for a run with a mate.
Same 5k's, same block, same hills... I was confident I'd go alright.
So what do I do at about the 3 quarter mark at the top of the last hill?
I stop running and walk for 10 metres!
I mean what is it with my mental fitness if I can complete a run without stopping on my own but when with a running partner I give in?
Does that mean I rely on others too much? I shouldn't go into business with a partner?
Will have to think about that...
If anyone's reading, what do you think?
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
A Running Epiphany
Went for a run today... actually in the afternoon (slept in this morning :P).
Was a bit hot today so left it as late as I could and set off at about 5:00pm.
To avert the previous mindgames I carried a small bottle of water which ended up distracting me in another way as I spent half my time swapping it from hand to hand.
Needless to say, it was in the bin before the mid way point.
My run course comprises of a mid grade but kind of long hill (about 1 km) to test my mental strength more than anything. But I dont mind hills as you can see the top.
Problem came as I rounded the corner at the top of the hill... into a headwind!
Have I told you I hate headwinds (be it riding or running).
I dont mind hills as you can see the obstacle and confront it head-on. Also most of the time you can see the end or goal.
Headwinds are this invisible force trying to slow you down or hold you back and it is RELENTLESS in it's imapct...
Then came my 'epiphany'...
Headwinds are like sub-conscious blockages!
The unforseen forces that try to knock you off your path.
Well... that's what I got out of it.
Was a bit hot today so left it as late as I could and set off at about 5:00pm.
To avert the previous mindgames I carried a small bottle of water which ended up distracting me in another way as I spent half my time swapping it from hand to hand.
Needless to say, it was in the bin before the mid way point.
My run course comprises of a mid grade but kind of long hill (about 1 km) to test my mental strength more than anything. But I dont mind hills as you can see the top.
Problem came as I rounded the corner at the top of the hill... into a headwind!
Have I told you I hate headwinds (be it riding or running).
I dont mind hills as you can see the obstacle and confront it head-on. Also most of the time you can see the end or goal.
Headwinds are this invisible force trying to slow you down or hold you back and it is RELENTLESS in it's imapct...
Then came my 'epiphany'...
Headwinds are like sub-conscious blockages!
The unforseen forces that try to knock you off your path.
Well... that's what I got out of it.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Meditation For Beginners
Another blog, another topic.
Generally a blog should have a theme, follow a particular line of thinking that will attract readers and give them a sense of certainty and eagerness to return.
My blog follows a line of thinking... unfortunately, it is MY line of thinking.
That is jumping from topic to topic. Not always sticking through to the end of a subject and being easily distracted by something shining over to the side.
Today... we don't have running, video or becoming famous.
We have a new page on famousbymorning on meditation.
It is topical to me, particularly with what I have just written about, as it is all about calming the mind.
I found a better video post on meditation for beginners by Jane by the embedding link is turned off.
This one is lighthearted tho so an interesting watch:
Generally a blog should have a theme, follow a particular line of thinking that will attract readers and give them a sense of certainty and eagerness to return.
My blog follows a line of thinking... unfortunately, it is MY line of thinking.
That is jumping from topic to topic. Not always sticking through to the end of a subject and being easily distracted by something shining over to the side.
Today... we don't have running, video or becoming famous.
We have a new page on famousbymorning on meditation.
It is topical to me, particularly with what I have just written about, as it is all about calming the mind.
I found a better video post on meditation for beginners by Jane by the embedding link is turned off.
This one is lighthearted tho so an interesting watch:
C...C... Canon... There I Said It, Canon HV30 That is
I have been doing a little homework on a new camcorder and although I'm kinda set on a Sony there is a rival in the reviews.
The Canon HV30 has been popping up as a serious competitor for the particular Sony model I am interested in.
Dare I say it has even been getting better reviews in the performance stakes. But i'm Sony loyal so I will most likely go down that path.
Oh and on my running... this morning I ripped it on my final third of the run! Was kinda... just a little... well... VERY sluggish for the first two thirds of the run.
Rolled my ankle on the edge of a path 50metres into it and almost used that as an excuse to go back home.
Maybe i'm changing my thinking... hmmmmm
The Canon HV30 has been popping up as a serious competitor for the particular Sony model I am interested in.
Dare I say it has even been getting better reviews in the performance stakes. But i'm Sony loyal so I will most likely go down that path.
Oh and on my running... this morning I ripped it on my final third of the run! Was kinda... just a little... well... VERY sluggish for the first two thirds of the run.
Rolled my ankle on the edge of a path 50metres into it and almost used that as an excuse to go back home.
Maybe i'm changing my thinking... hmmmmm
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Running and Karma Yoga
Finally got a bit of strength back after the bought of food poisoning so I went for a run this morning.
My usual five kilometres and it took me about 30 minutes. I've worked out that for me it's more of a mind game.
The middle third of my run is always the slowest and the feelings of joint paint the most prevalent as I'm at the point of thinking "should I keep running or walk for a bit?"
I never have those thoughts at the beginning (a spring in my step) or near the end (a desperate sprint/stumble towards my goal).
So I try to direct my thoughts to the practice of 'karma yoga', the concentrated thought of physical effort...
Works for a while then i think about me knee, shin, or groin again :P
But like Rocky i'm "Getting Strongerrrrrrr!"
My usual five kilometres and it took me about 30 minutes. I've worked out that for me it's more of a mind game.
The middle third of my run is always the slowest and the feelings of joint paint the most prevalent as I'm at the point of thinking "should I keep running or walk for a bit?"
I never have those thoughts at the beginning (a spring in my step) or near the end (a desperate sprint/stumble towards my goal).
So I try to direct my thoughts to the practice of 'karma yoga', the concentrated thought of physical effort...
Works for a while then i think about me knee, shin, or groin again :P
But like Rocky i'm "Getting Strongerrrrrrr!"
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Lessons Of A Yogi & Tony Robbins
I have to admit for nearly 38 years I have been ignorant to the ways of personal development, self discovery and self realisation.
Even being of the Catholic religion I was unaware of the paralells, the subtle messages and spiritual links within the bible and the writings of saints and spiritual leaders of all religions.
I even thought that no religion was the same and each thought they are the "true" one to follow.
From my limited studies I get the sense that man has caused and allowed to perpetuate the divide between religions when they all appear to come from the same foundation:
Not allowing the easily influenced mind control our thinking and attempt to return to our 'core' or 'pure essence'.
This is our most God like state and the path of enlightenment.
Even life coaches like Tony Robbins look at a persons sub-conscious programming to access how and why they react to certain situations.
While not on the level of a yogi the principles start to converge.
Even being of the Catholic religion I was unaware of the paralells, the subtle messages and spiritual links within the bible and the writings of saints and spiritual leaders of all religions.
I even thought that no religion was the same and each thought they are the "true" one to follow.
From my limited studies I get the sense that man has caused and allowed to perpetuate the divide between religions when they all appear to come from the same foundation:
Not allowing the easily influenced mind control our thinking and attempt to return to our 'core' or 'pure essence'.
This is our most God like state and the path of enlightenment.
Even life coaches like Tony Robbins look at a persons sub-conscious programming to access how and why they react to certain situations.
While not on the level of a yogi the principles start to converge.
What The New Year Holds
I know some people who believe that what happens on the first day of a new year fortells the rest of the year... ummmm that has me a little bit worried!
A mild case of food poisoning has had me sitting on the toilet many MANY times over the last couple of days.
But on the upside it has given me a chance to do a bit of reading.
And my current book of choice "Autobigraphy of a Yogi".
I'll update you as I continue my 'meditations on the throne' :P
A mild case of food poisoning has had me sitting on the toilet many MANY times over the last couple of days.
But on the upside it has given me a chance to do a bit of reading.
And my current book of choice "Autobigraphy of a Yogi".
I'll update you as I continue my 'meditations on the throne' :P
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