Moving

Not that I've been that active in posting lately but I'm currently moving my blog to tumblr for the time being.  You can find me at:    http://markxblr.tumblr.com/

Hope to see you there!

Mark

INSANITY Fit Test 2

So today was the second fit test for INSANITY.  I'm happy with the improvements and I'm looking forward to pushing it more and seeing how well the next time goes.

Move	Fit Test 1 (Day 1)	Fit Test 2 (Day 15)	Fit Test 3 (Day 36)	Fit Test 4 (Day 50)	Fit Test 5 (Day 63)
Switch Kicks	55	122
Power Jacks	50	63
Power Knees	80	95
Power Jumps	15	43
Globe Jumps	6	11
Suicide Jumps	6	16
Push-Up Jacks	15	34
Low Plank Oblique	20	55

Ice Baths

New to running?  Not sure what this Ice Bath business is?

Check out this short video: http://running.competitor.com/2011/08/videos/recovery-the-ice-bath_15966

Hydration

Here's an article at Runnersworld.com about hydration and running:

Sipping Points

Check out the reviews of some carb and protein drinks on the second page.  You might be tempted to try something new.

Running 101

Runnersworld.com has a nice article, "Running 101: Class is in session" by Kara Goucher.

Some great tips on running, training and your first race.

Update

Just a quick update.  Markx Spot has done a little upgrade and now has a new address.

Now you can use www.markxspot.com!

More to come later today.