walther p99 wrote:Returningson wrote:well, Im a runner (6.5 miles, 5 days a week with some variance of surface-uphill, gradual incline or flat). Was down to 7 minute miles when I was timing them. Been doing it for about three years and I think Im ready to start branching out and hitting the gym so this thread should be interesting.
Started it because it was the most economical way of losing weight and adding some tone.
Its funny because yesterday we had hale and torrental rain in California. I managed to squeeze a nice run in and I looked almost exactly like Bond above (track pants, beanie).
Thats pretty impressive all the running you do, Do you have a strict diet or try to eat healthy? and if you join a gym how will it affect your running routine?
Well, the diet is becoming less and less strict lol. I do a good ratio of protein to carb intake and a monitor my sugar level (try for a little as possible) but Im not crazy about it. I drink a whey protein drink of my own concoction (water, almond milk mix with the powder) twice a day and try to ate lean cuts (chicken or beef) with brown rice. Not super strict about it (probably eat too many carbs) but works.
As for the gym, I really dont know how it will affect my routine. I guess I can start the 3-2 (3 days running, 2 days working out and see where that goes.
And proof that running works
December 2008 (260 lbs)

August 2010 (150 lbs)

these are 18 months apart but it took me less than that but these are the pics I have on hand.