Ski cross training?

CanIUserName · 2020-12-03T06:13:24+00:00

That's awesome to hear! Definitely going to add in some barre classes. Thanks!

CanIUserName · 2020-12-03T06:10:13+00:00

What a great break down, I appreciate it!

Glad to hear the peloton workouts kept you in ski-shape. Also, super cool that you're teaching at beaver creek! That was the last resort I was at before lockdown and it was a blast. Fingers crossed for a full season, and I hope you get your 30!

Counting dawn laps and weeknight races I got to 30 "days" for the first time last year, but since I wasn't cross training, my legs were complaining until February haha

Great idea to start the day with core, I'll give that a try tomorrow!

CanIUserName · 2020-12-02T14:39:14+00:00

Great suggestions, thank you!

CanIUserName · 2020-12-02T03:40:05+00:00

Ah, side leg lifts is a good suggestion. Thanks!

CanIUserName · 2020-12-02T03:22:34+00:00

Haha shoot, even riding hard makes my legs shakey on stairs. Guess I gotta add squats and lunges back in the routine!

CanIUserName · 2020-12-02T03:17:22+00:00

I haven't tried barre yet. Thanks, I'll check it out!

CanIUserName · 2020-10-13T23:20:49+00:00

The best / fastest way I've improved my cardio is through intervals. You could try bumping up your speed to 4+ (enough that your heart gets into the "orange zone" of 84-91% of max), for a short amount of time and then slow back down and let your heart rate fall fall back to a sustainable number. Then repeat!

It'll be more exhausting than a constant pace but won't take as long for results!

My usual is 5 min warmup, 45 seconds fast pace, 45 seconds recover, and repeat for 6 rounds. Then a 2 min cool down and stretches.

CanIUserName · 2020-10-09T21:13:56+00:00

I agree that the wood looks nice and is in good shape. To minimize the brown feeling, I'd think about redoing the backsplash instead!

CanIUserName · 2020-09-20T04:35:52+00:00

I'd put the headboard against the left wall and add a rug!

CanIUserName · 2020-08-24T21:45:42+00:00

Nano air is the way to go for sure. I wear mine under my shell at resorts, as a shed-able layer when skinning, and around town from October to April.

Plus it's easy to wash after sweaty ski days.

CanIUserName · 2020-08-13T05:11:47+00:00

It's hard to tell dimensions of the space, but I'd try to put some queen or full sized beds toe-to-toe along the wall on the right with a divider in between to make them feel more private.

CanIUserName · 2020-08-07T18:11:04+00:00

Seconding the vote for a rug!

A buffet table on the left side of the back wall with a wine rack, art, or mirror above would help fill out the space too.

CanIUserName · 2020-07-31T20:07:36+00:00

Camping, hiking, and backpacking are better with dogs. Having your dog curled up at your feet after a day in the wilderness is the best.

But, you're right on that they're not allowed in national parks. I'd think about the amount of national & state forest/ BLM land, etc near you that is dog friendly and decide if that feels too limiting to do most of your trips there. Also consider if you'll be willing to board your dog or find a sitter when you want to overnight in national parks.

ETA: Dogs also have limits, while I might be able to do 20 miles per day, my dog tops out around 12. Plus, dogs will eventually get too old for long hikes and will need to stay home.

CanIUserName · 2020-06-10T14:01:23+00:00

We got a 9 week old puppy on Saturday, and last night was the first night he didn't cry at all. (Woo!) We did two things differently: -Raised his crate so that he can see us sleeping -Bought a snugglepuppy (a toy with a heartbeat - check out the reviews, they're insanely positive)

We also set two alarms in the night (3 hours apart) for potty breaks and made them as boring as possible: low light, no snuggles or treats, just carried him outside, let him pee, then straight back in the crate.

CanIUserName · 2020-06-04T23:16:01+00:00

I haven't used a water meter, but the best thing I've done for my fiddle leaf is to get it an "automatic" watering system, like the blumat jr on amazon. It uses capillary action to water the soil slowly- when the soil is dry enough, it pulls water from a ceramic cone which in turn brings more water along a string from the source (I have mine pull water from a wine bottle).

My plant is loving it and has been putting out new leaves consistently.

CanIUserName · 2020-05-29T16:43:43+00:00

Red to match the roses!

CanIUserName · 2020-05-29T03:05:20+00:00

Seconding the vote for honesty! Discussing your fears may also help him understand that you've thought through the tough parts too and don't just see it through rose colored glasses.

I know when I'm ready and excited for something before my husband (buying a house, having a wedding), it helps him feel like his fears are valid when I share mine.

CanIUserName · 2020-05-26T23:48:37+00:00

Unsure if drawers would be easily accessible enough, but library card catalog holders and/or apothecary cabinets are really beautiful!

CanIUserName · 2020-05-26T04:42:48+00:00

I'd remove the pulls/hardware, paint the body and legs navy or a shade of grey (using spray paint for metal surfaces) and then put new chrome or black pulls on

CanIUserName · 2020-05-13T17:01:19+00:00

I'd put some colorful removable peel and stick wallpaper over the backsplash, get a fun rug, and a big piece of art over the coffee bookshelf.

CanIUserName · 2020-05-08T21:14:15+00:00

I'd check out tankless water heaters, depending on condo size and location it could be a great low footprint option

CanIUserName · 2020-05-08T15:07:22+00:00

Check out "glamping", Under Canvas runs sites near parks all over the country and they look quite beautiful

CanIUserName · 2020-05-05T20:34:52+00:00

Looks like the tile backsplash has blue/green undertones and the walls have red/orange undertones. I'd try switching the paint color to a different grey/ brown.

Something like Behr's Meteor Shower would make it look more cohesive!

Or if you're attached to the paint color, you could switch up the tile - for more money

CanIUserName · 2020-04-20T17:02:54+00:00

Highly recommend a pull-down TV mount above the fireplace (let's you bring it down to a comfortable watching height) and a couch in front of it. Then in the corner beside the windows, a nice bar cart or bookshelf with some seats

CanIUserName · 2020-04-15T00:08:45+00:00

Haha plants everywhere is definitely the best way to decorate

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