the great leslie

1. Canoeing, while not swimming, is good for the arms. Especially when you are the only one paddling (while your buddy is taking pics of himself on the water).

3. Agility training is happening, but must be AMPED UP! That's right people, I must be more EXTREME! Or something. Something tells me the key to getting faster is, gulp, SPRINTS! More on that later (like, after I've actually done some).

*This NYSun article came up first when I did a google search for the book's title. So, I went with it.

I got some new running shoes on sale at the mall over the weekend: Asics. I'm not a huge fan of gear: all that stuff just gets in the way. But, a good pair of running shoes is essential. I've been running in them twice, and so far, so good. I have noticed that my feet get a bit tingley after four or so miles, but I think I just need to loosen the laces. That's what the folks on the Runner's World Forum advise, anyway.

I also ran yesterday in my...ugh...spandex. I hate those frickin' shorts; they look terrible on me. Also, the monofiliment in the waistband bites my skin. But, they were the only clean shorts I had, so it was wear 'em or stay home. That's dedication, people. DEDICATION.