Suunto Spartan WHR software update to version 2.5.18

Suunto Spartan WHR software update to version 2.5.18

Check out this video. Looking to do more videos this year and keep up my updates on the software improvements on Suunto Spartan. 

I love to newest update they have done. Also the update is moving your smartphone away from using the MovesCount app to upload your watch. Download the Suunto app and synch your watch with it. 

Cool new features include creating custom fields and what information you are looking to view looking down at your watch. 

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Short notice, but up for the run!

This Sunday I will be running the half-marathon distance of the Humana Rock 'n' Roll Arizona. 

I am excited. The last time I ran this race was almost 10 years ago. After going over the pre-race info, I come to find out now the half distance starts and ends in Tempe. Pretty much completing a big loop and no longer a point to point race. The weather is shaping up to be great. I am looking forward to taking to the course and having fun.  

Excited to be lacing the running shoes up this weekend for the Rock 'n' Roll Arizona. #RNRBR #BibRavePro #run #halfmarathon #marathon #bibrave

100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge here in Maricopa County

I live and work in Maricopa County, here in Arizona. For the first time, this year, I have signed up for their 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge. Helping promote getting outside and being active. With the holidays and busy schedules it sometimes is hard. The county’s parks provide over 420 miles of outdoor adventure. Many of the trails on in Usery Regional Park and San Tan Regional Park I have ventured on either running, hiking or mountain biking. I was up for the challenge. My training hits a low during the time of year, but I took on the challenge wanting to keep up my training over the winter months. The miles are calculated using your GPS device or you can download their app they created for the challenge. Hikers and runners need to get in 100 miles while the mountain bikers and horseback riders need to reach a distance of 200 miles. There are some other requirements that must be met to finish the challenge. Take a look here for more info, or if your interested in signing up yourself, for locals here in Arizona. 

https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/things-to-do/activity/100-miles-in-100-days-challenge/

With the hiking I have done with my wife in San Tan or trail run training or racing I have done, it took a big chunk out of reaching the goal. With my mountain biking, I was put in the category where I would need to hit 200 miles. Hitting weekend morning 11 or more mile loops in the park I could get the distance in. 

Yesterday, Saturday, I was able to get in a great 25 mile ride in Usery, even hitting a new trail that opened up, called the Chain Fruit trail. The new trail is open to hikers, bikers and horseback riders. 

It’s been a great way to keep the training going over the winter. 

2019 is going to be a great year

I am looking forward to the New Year. I have a bunch of projects I want to share on my blog as well as mountain bike races and running races. I am looking to increase my fitness level too. Of course it's not a New Year's resolution, yet this time of year the majority of everyone starts some kind of plan. 

Even with the holiday's this year, I have been able to keep my fitness level the same if not higher. 

I have a hard time getting motivated in the colder winter months to get out and run or bike. This year I have put on an extra layer, or two, and gotten out of the house way before the sun even thinks of rising. With some days, the overcast hangs around long enough, the sun is never seen, yet daylight appears eventually. 

I am looking forward to a great 2019 and look to share it all here in blogs or videos in the upcoming year. 

CleanBlender

Not just a blender, a CleanBlend Blender. 
Check them out at 

www.cleanblend.com

I've been using this commercial grade, high speed CleanBlend Blender for over a month now. 
The blender is strong and does not lack at all in the power department. 

Using it to blend my protein shakes, bullet proof coffee and smoothies.
You will find yourself surfing the net to find recipes of all kinds.  It is powerful. It has a three horse power motor and a 64 ounce pitcher. 

The six blades are fast and powerful. 

I love how the pitcher has ounces marked along the side, to help you measure liquids being put inside. 

Bullet Proof Coffee Recipe I use

Brew hot coffee, using 8 ounces.  

Using the CleanBlend blender (not a shaker), blend in 1-2 tablespoons unsalted, grass-fed butter.

I then add 1 teaspoon-2 tablespoons of coconut oil.

I also add a small packet of Stevia to add sweetness. 

The center portion of the blenders lid can be removed and replaced with a tamper, to make sure everything gets pushed down near or two the blades, but does not hit the blades. 

This is very helpful when using frozen fruits or leafy greens that are stubborn heading to the blades. 
I also used it to blend a waffle batter mixture for my son's breakfast. I used the tamper to keep the batter moving in the pitcher. 

There is an all fruit smoothie, I have tried before and it’s pretty good. Now with the clean blender you can make your own and keep money in your own pocket. Full of vitamin C to help support your immune system

simply use 

12 strawberries

1 banana 

the recipe calls for 3/4 cup of pear, but I’ll go ahead and just use the whole thing

and 1 apple, I like the taste of Pink Lady apples, so there you go. 


At times I like to make other smoothies. Instead of searching the internet or other apps, there is a recipe on the side of a certain brand of smoothies. They show what's inside their product. Use their recipe on the side and make it your own by adding or omitting what you like or don't like. 

The Gorilla Bow in action

The Gorilla Bow is honestly the easiest at home gym you will need. 

Easy to switch bands very quickly and get one with your workout. 

The Gorilla Bow

The bar, or bow is made from aircraft aluminum.  It is a thick bar heavy duty, about four and a half feet long. The ends are where you will attach the bands. There are two cut-outs on each end. You can install up to six bands of various resistances at one time. The Gorilla Bow band kit comes with bands to get nearly 110 lbs. in resistance. 

 1 x 45 lbs., is the BLACK colored band

1 x 32 lbs., is the BLUE colored band

1 x 20 lbs., is the RED colored band

 1 x 10 lbs., is the YELLOW colored band

You can use the provided band wrap to secure the bands at the bottom, if using more than one. The bands are made of 100% latex and can be stored in the carrying case. 

A few exercises I am using with the Gorilla Bow are the, bench press, 

deadlift, bent over row, seated row, upright row, bicep curls and squats. 

There are numerous other exercises you can perform with the bow. 
These bands are very strong. 

*The company sells higher strength resistance bands too, but what is described above is what is included with the kit. 

You can really achieve a full body workout using the portable Gorilla Bow. 

It provides a great at home or anywhere workout. The continuous tension of the resistance bands keeps the muscles constantly under load.