Well, in less than a week loco will be sunning his hairy chest on the beaches of the Bahamas. The Bahamas will mark the beginning of an epic 104 day adventure by ship around the world. The loco family applied for and received jobs aboard the "Semester at Sea" program through the University of Virginia. This semester involves 600 college students, 30 professors, 30 staffers, and 200 ship crewmembers. Loco is preparing for this adventure by running as many miles as possible before departure. Loco is a little concerned about being reduced to a treadmill runner on board a moving ship, but will find a way to run. There is a running club on board for when we hit ports. I look forward to trying to get in as many runs as possible, and will post pictures and comments from each port. This blog will morph from a running blog to a running/travel blog for the next 4 months. Thanks to all my blog supporters ( both of you), and happy running.
Loco's Running Tip of the Week
Sometimes a good "anger" run is refreshing to mind and body. The basic idea is to channel your anger about something else to your running. This requires being able to run after being "triggered" by a spouse, sport team, finances, etc. The key is to know when you're triggered and have a sufficient amount of emotional pressure. At this time put on your shoes and shorts and hit the road. A good anger run involves starting off fast and trying to hold the pace as long as you can. Before you know it you'll be so tired, the anger will be released while other thoughts enter your mind. The anger run can be a great tool for your emotional health and well being.
Caution: Loco doesn't recommend picking a fight with your spouse for the sake of an anger run. Sometimes this strategy can backfire and lead to more problems than solutions. Happy Running....
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