Ojara

Ojara coughs abruptly and motions towards the door, "You did notice the sign, right? Vanilla, Chocolate, and Pina Colada protein shakes. I have ta admit, I considered naming this place 'Protein R' Us'. Has a nice ring, donnit? Unless..." Bosco suddenly gets excited pounding his rather large fists on the floor with a seemingly large grin on its face. "You did'n relapse, didja?"

So, week 1 was completed successfully, routine was 5 minute warm-up, 8 iterations of 60 seconds of running and 90 seconds of walking, and 5 minute cooldown. I started Week 2 last night which up'ed the game to 5 minute warm-up, 6 iterations of 90 seconds of running and 120 seconds of walking, and 5 minute cooldown. REACTION: HOLY CRAP! I never would've imagined that an extra 30 seconds would have made such a difference. Now...I found at the end of day 3 of week 1 that I wasn't even feeling fatigued anymore, I wasn't even breaking a sweat, so tolerances were obviously being built (shin splints pain is also gone), I hope and presume that this is the intention of this program, to get used to running and build muscle memory and longer tolerance for longer distance, ie. making it to run a 5K. OHH, FYI: I was at 180 lbs when I started, and I did do before pictures, but I want to keep my eye on the prize so I won't post any "before -or- after" results until after I have completed the run.

I almost got arrested today. Why? For having those guns!!! (FOR ALL MY WARRIOR'S OUT THERE!)

***QUICK NOTE: This is an RP tavern, please play in character. All things are permitted, including magic. However, please no god-modding and magic use should be reasonable, ie. you can't stop time, which applies to god-modding anyway. Have fun, and I really hope this takes off. Any questions, feel free to ask.*** As you approach the new tavern, you spot a sign with the following information: #============================================================================# Welcome To Ojara a'Lenendra's Tavern o' Fantastical People! We has a few rules, keep em and we'll be fine. 1.) Be true. 2.) Be you. 3.) Support the crew. 4.) Drink up me hearties, yo ho. (Protein shakes of course!) 5.) Alcohol on hand for the respawners and a special gift. Special gift: A hug from our pet monkey. 6.) Do NOT attack the monkey, reward listed below if you do. Reward: Meet Gustav. 7.) Have a great time! We currently offer three delicious flavors: Vanilla, Chocolate, and Pina Colada! Have a nice stay, ya hear. #============================================================================# MEET BOSCO: (Isn't he cute?! He loves to hug all those who decide to respawn.) MEET GUSTAV: (Once known as Clark Kent or Superman, he changed his name to Gustav when he finally decided to get serious and kick some serious tail.) Note from Gustav Clark: Greetings, I claim full rights to eject those I find 'unsavory', do NOT test me. I'm not gullible anymore. ***************************************************************************************************************************** As you enter the tavern, you notice the typical setup. Tall mahogany chairs are encircled around small tables within the center of the softly lit tavern. The outer part of the bar is lined with elaborate booths all lit with small lanterns in the center. At the back corner booth sits Gustav glaring wildly in seemingly all directions for something to do. Your gaze turns towards the bar and Ojara raises his hand in greeting, "Hello there? Welcome to ma tavern." As you approach the bar you notice Bosco sitting patiently next to Ojara who is petting him ingratiatingly. "What cannai getcha?"

You posted on my other post regarding leg/shin pain, stating the above. If you want to see the shoes, the link is above. Ohh, by the way, your pictures and story was truly motivational, thank you man for leading the way!

Hey all, just wanted to give a shout-out that I will be joining you all for the next challenge, keep up the adventure and stay strong!

Went for a run this evening from 5:15 - 5:45 pm, and except for a couple hills I felt great, muscles are sore now but totally worth it, excited to press on, and shin splint pain was significantly less this time. Obviously wondering (I am sure they did) if the shoes made a difference.

*Hint, hint* Link above with PICS!!!

Q: Why didn't anyone laugh at the gardener's jokes? A: Because they were too corny!

Ojara raises his hand excitedly, "Ohh, ohh, me me me! PICK ME!" I have been working on my book for about 3 months now...Chapter 1 and 2 are completed and I am working on chapter 3, I am currently using a critiquing website called SCRIBOPHILE to help with reading/editing, but when I noticed this group I got a little excited. I would love to join you all.

Alright, got new running shoes and am ready, phase 1 starts tonight!

I got my new shoes last night, first run with them will be tonight, I'll keep you all updated! Thank you for all the advice.