"Runner's Stomach Sent Running....!"

* Sour Stomach Soothed To Sweetness *

...a post race remedy for relief...

 

("Lily Of The Desert aloe herb Stomach Formula" bottle w/ image / logo used with kind permission for this entry.)

 

*

Did you find your stomach curling down into that triple knot 

of excruciating pain after your last marathon?

~

You may have been experiencing what is called

"Runner's Stomach"...an uncomfortable condition

many runners experience after extended periods of

intense training and/or racing.

~

"Lily Of The Desert Aloe Herbal Stomach Formula"

is the perfect neutralizer for this condition!!

This wonderful aloe and herbal formula helps to soothe

and balance upset acidic stomaches naturally....

~

So, after that next race, bring some sunshine and

happiness to your tummy with a little Stomach Formula.

~

* Note: as always, with any herbal ingredients,

check with your physician if you are on any

medications or are under any special care before

taking this or any product.

~

Look for Lily Of the Desert on your next health
food store visit...check out all their

naturally wonderful aloe vera products.

 

* Sunday-September 8 *

 * Riding The Weekend Out To A Close *

...Mt. Pacifico from Mill Creek Ranger Station...

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*
Started the ride with a strange helicopter hovering
above the  Mill Creek Summit Ranger Station....we watched the multiple transports of water to worksites
in distant canyons of The Angeles National Forest.
*

*
...a pleasant ride to the saddle...it was nice to see that
some small cedar trees and oaks were spared by 
the devastating Station Fire a few years back.
We've avoided this ride for sometime hearing the 
horror stories of Poodle Dog Plant
over-growth and complete road wash-outs...
(none of which ended up being true...the fireroad
was exactly as it was 4 years ago
and the Poodle Dog Plant was at a long arm's length.)
*

*
...on top of Mt. Pacifico, a nice view of
the desert floor was enjoyed with the sierras
in the distant background...a small grouping of
trees remain on the very furthest edge on
top...just enough vibrancy to attract a few birds
and to allow the wind to flow through the pine needles...
that wonderful sound of the wind in the pines.
*
A 12 mile ride...6 miles up and 6 miles down. 


 

"Energy Gels Pinch-Hit By Peanuts!!".......

* The Energy Gel Sugar Blahs *

 

Is it getting next to impossible to stomach

another sugary energy gel? Can the simple

thought of one trigger a gag reflex or bring

back the childhood horrors of having to eat

a plate of your least favorite foods?

~

Why not add something that is different and

delicious to that next outing...

?

 

"Justin's - Classic Peanut Butter -all natural" squeeze pack/lettering/logo/image
Copyright /exclusive to "Justin's" 

*

Pack a tart and tangy apple or two to enjoy along with a couple

different varieties of Justin's butter squeeze packs!

(Peanut Butter * Almond * Hazelnut...plain or 

 with a delightful touch of chocolate,

vanilla, honey  or maple.)

~

Whether it's an ultra-long training run, a multi-peak

cresting bike ride or a robust mountain conquering hike,

real food is what will get you back home!

*

On your next grocery store visit, look for 

their naturally delicious product line.  

 

 

 *

 



"P90X and Some Cardiovascular Stuff........"

* The Daily Workout *

 

 

 *

Staying focused and motivated is easier said than done.

~

Writing down a "Daily Workout Accomplishment Entry"

helps to keep that commitment moving forward

in the right direction...

~

...and with a trail run planned in the not too distant

future, I've decided to post my "Accomplishments"

to stay on track and keep from losing sight of my goals.

~

 

* Entry #1 * 

 

 *

 I haven't done this particular P90X workout for

sometime now...it's the perfect workout for

keeping the arms toned and in shape...my muscles

will be sore tomorrow.

~

...time to get ready for Mountain Biking.

 

 



"A Sunday Hike In The Mountains....."

* Mt. Waterman *

...fall is in the air...

 

*

Hiked to the top of Mt. Waterman yesterday,

and the feeling of fall was definately in the air.

It was how the wind blew this time...and how

the shadows stretched out longer like they do

when the sun sits low in the sky....

~

...and even though the stream beds have been dry

for sometime now, there was a noticeable

presence of birds...hopefully the sign of an early

and abundantly wet winter.

~

This hike has always reminded me of "The Perfect Run"...

*

*

...a re-occurring dream involving a trail run

that finishes beneath the pines by a beautiful

mountain lodge with the sound of bluegrass music

echoing through the trees for miles...such a unique

dream, it had to be sketched out on paper in order

to bring the location to life...though Mt. Waterman Trail

is similar in some ways, the "true" trail

and location will present itself one day when I least

expect it.

~

Back to the hike: some nice views and a few big pieces

of teriyaki beef jerkey were enjoyed before returning...

 *

*

 ...back to the trailhead to complete the hike....a beautiful

day spent outdoors enjoying clear air, blue skies

and puffy white clouds.

*

*
*Back At Home*

...the evening sunsets are never a disappointment

this time of year and are always a nice way to end the day,
and the final weekend of summer.