The Fifth Annual 50 Mile Ride
April 30, 2011
More info at: http://50mr.com
This ride is near and dear to my heart and put on by some of my dearest friends. If you’re in SoCal, please consider donating or riding.
All proceeds contributed to: http://projectrwanda.org/
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Last weekend while the family was still out of town I made the short trip from Fort Collins to Rocky Mountain National Park to hit up Bear Lake.
Arrived around 7:30 am and the parking lot was empty. I was expecting cold but the whipping wind made it even colder.
I wandered aimlessly for the first 45 minutes, then found a ranger who pointed me in the right direction. The GPS stats make it look like a worthless training activity but the reality is I was working hard. Being at 9,500 ft is hard and being stupid trying to climb a mountain side with no track is even stupider. Walking on the more packed trail to some of the upper lakes was very fun. Spent around 1 hour 45 minutes getting my snowshoe on.
I think I really like snowshoeing!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
I’ve already stopped by, the sale was unreal! Too bad I have no money to buy sweet stuff…
GoLite. And save a bundle doing it.
Save 30-80% off outdoor clothing and gear
GoLite is popping-up in Ft. Collins for a limited time only. Don’t miss your chance to check out our entire line of in-season high performance and sustainable gear. Score new apparel for trail running, hiking, backpacking and travel—as well as luggage, sleeping bags, backpacks and more. Everything you need to get outdoors and GoLite.
March 26-April 24, 2011
Front Range Village: Next to Panera at Front Range Village; just west of I-25 in south Fort Collins at the intersection of Harmony Road and Zieglar Road
Address:
2721 Council Tree Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Phone:
970-225-1885
Store Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 10am – 9pm
Sunday: 10am – 6pm
More info at: www.golite.com/salesevents
Andy B
outsideallday.com
As most know, Greg Sellers of MotorTabs fame is now the Brand Manager for Cytomax. Long before I used MotorTabs, Cytomax was my drink of choice. It’s got a great taste and has proven science behind it. Tropical Fruit is probably my favorite flavor of all time. I’ve used the product several times this week already, Emergent Fitness, 2 trail runs, snowshoeing, etc.
More info on Cytomax: www.cytosport.com
It’s a privilege to be partnering with a brand like this. Greg is a great friend and I’m excited to help him spread the word on Cytomax.
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Jobe and I getting crushed during a Work Out of The Day at Emergent Fitness last week.
15 rounds for time:
* 1 Front Squat at 75% of 1RM
* 100 ft Farmers Carry (32 pood kettlebell’s, 141 pounds total)
Brutal!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
My buddy Dave from work just made this video with me starring in it.
Andy B
outsideallday.com
If you read the blog frequently, you know that it was basically abandoned the last few months. Work and life have been crazy. Even the last 3 weeks have been nuts. I’m in the midst of 12 days of travel for work out of 15 days. Business travel buries me and my eating. Tired and feel fat.
Current stats for 2011:
173 pounds (need to be at 160 by May 29)
Overall eating is horrid
Longest run is around 7 miles this season
Sticking pretty consistent with CrossFit at Emergent Fitness twice a week
The first race of the year is the Wyoming Trail Marathon on May 29. I’m not nervous about my conditioning yet but I will be in 2 – 3 weeks. A super long run planned for next weekend. From there I go right into Big Horn 50k on June 19. Both races are bought and paid for so there is no backing out.
The bottom line is I need to get my act together with…
Eating right
Consistent attendance at Emergent Fitness
Consistent long and short runs
It’s fun to know that Jobe and Mike are in it with me. Looking forward to a fun trail running season, just need to get moving…
Andy B
outsideallday.com
A Training Program is Born
By Craig Demartino
March 09, 2011
Reposted from: http://www.demartinophoto.blogspot.com
Since November I’ve been at it with Brad Jackson in the gym. Every day when I waltz in, Brad has my workout written out on the board, I soak it up, then get to work. Brad is a climber, and since that is my chosen sport as well, he knows my weaknesses as well as I do. He also knows very well how to train those weaknesses, and turn them into things I can use in the real world. It took me a bit to get used to the idea that weights could in fact be my friend, but I am a believer now. Over the the past months and weeks, I’ve felt my body change, not in huge steps, but in small clicks upward, so that when I’m hanging from a crimp, far up on the side of a perfect rock, I feel strong, and like my body can give me more then it has in the past. I would love to say I’m a genetically gifted athlete, that would be a lie. I have a slight advantage with my reach, I have a positive ape index which means I can reach holds far away, but I’m also missing a leg, have a fused back, and a jacked up neck, so lets face it…
I have to work for it if I want it.
That’s where Brad and the new Summit Strength come in. Under the roof of Emergent Fitness in Ft. Collins, he marries the old of climbing with the new of weights, diet and conditioning to make a stronger more durable athlete.
For me it translates to a better strength and fitness base for when I head outside, which as the weather turns warmer by the day, is all I can think of. Check out Brad at www.emerfit.com and watch for Summit Strength to change the way outdoor athletes take on the natural world.
More info on Craig at: www.arcteryx.com/Athlete.aspx?EN/CraigDeMartino and http://demartinophoto.blogspot.com
More info on Summit Strength at Emergent Fitness at: www.emerfit.com
Andy B
outsideallday.com
I really really love The North Face! Pretty sure they are my favorite brand of all time. These commercials make me want to get outside!
More info at www.thenorthface.com
Andy B
outsideallday.com
The TransRockies Run is on my bucket list. 1 year ago, I would have said I couldn’t complete it, today I’d say I just can’t afford it.
What is it…
A New Epic in the Rockies
This year from August 21-26, 200 teams of two and 50 RUN3 solo runners will take on the Colorado Rockies for a running experience like no other. During the six days of the GORE-TEX® TransRockies Run, runners from all over the world will run, eat and live together as they cover 115 miles of spectacular scenery, fully supported by a dedicated and professional Event Team who will look after all aspects of their food, accommodations and on-course support.
It’s one of those races that feels epic, massive, larger than life. The problem is, it would cost around $1,500. Ouch, probably not going to happen anytime soon.
Running from Buena Vista to Beaver Creek just sounds cool…if there’s anyone out there that wants to sponsor me, let me know 
More info on the TransRockies Run at: http://transrockies.com/transrockiesrun/news/
Andy B
outsideallday.com
I’m a planner. I like to plan, it makes me happy. Right now I feel like I’m in limbo with my training and overall nutrition. The last few weeks due to life and schedule I’ve only been attending EmerFit 1 time a week. My weight is a few pounds up and overall I feel pretty gross. The only way to get out of this funk is to get my plan set.
Base miles will start in January VERY slowly along with getting back to 2 days a week at EmerFit. Trail Runner Mag has complied hundreds of races in their January issue. I’d recommend picking it up as you plan your schedule.
Tentative 2011 race plan:
05/29 – Wyoming Trail Marathon – 26.2 miles
06/18 – Bighorn Mountain Wild And Scenic Trail Run – 50k
07/16 – Life Time Fitness Leadville Silver Rush – 50 miles
09/17 – Steamboat Springs Run, Rabbit, Run – 50 miles
09/18 – All Cyclocross all the time
10/08 – XTERRA Marathon Of Trail Races – 26.2 miles
My goal is to knock out 2, 50 mile races this year along with a few 50k races. Both of the 50 miles races are hard and the Leadville race will be the hardest thing I’ve ever done. Right now there is a big hole in August. I may include an Xterra Triathlon or 2 as a way to vary up the training and wear and tear on my body/knees/feet. There are also several fun local trail races in Fort Collins throughout August I can check out. The 2 A races will be the Leadville 50 and the Run, Rabbit Run.
If I can stay healthy and somewhat injury free, this will be an expectational season!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
