Where You At?

Random thoughts today but:


Heaven, Hell & Purgatory are all here on this earth right now. Where you are depends on what you are doing.


Heaven is doing what you LOVE. It's living with PASSION and doing what you were meant to do.


Hell is just existing in this life. Just getting by day after day.


Purgatory is knowing and becoming aware of your LOVE & PASSION but failing to take action and just sitting with it.


So where are you; where do you want to be?


Frank Pucher (as taught by the Wizard of ID; Rick Ivonne)

2 Weeks Out from Ironman

A quite training week really. Looking back, it's weeks like this that make you start to ask questions like "have I done enough?" Not that there is anything that can be done at this point.

I had a conversation with Rachel yesterday and I re-assured her of that very thing. "The money is in the bank" I explained, "so let's no dwell on what has/hasn't been done." 

Here is what the week had for me:

Monday: Rest day. Still very sore from last the long run.

Tuesday: 1hr bike indoors, still fatigued.

Wednesday: 45 minute swim.

Thursday: Rest day (I could get use to this!)

Friday: Run 40 minutes, very humid outside!

Saturday: 90 minute bike indoors (watching TDF).

Sunday: Another rest day....

I dropped my bike off for it's final clean and some new tires. This week I'll pick-up my race day goodies, bars, gels and liquids. Extra sleep, less wine and positive affirmations are on order.

1 week to go...

Frank Pucher

The Prescription

Dr. Frank's Prescription for a Happy-Healthy Life:

1. Drink more water.
2. Move more often.
3. Eat more fruit.
4. Eat 2x more vegetables than you currently do.
5. Spend some time outdoors.
6. Laugh & Smile.
7. Avoid people, places, & things that inhibit #6.
8. Push & Pull objects that are difficult to move.
9. Say the word "LOVE" each day.
10. Repeat Daily or as Needed.

*Dr. Frank's opinions and credentials are currently shunned by the Medical Community and their Elitist Organizations; thus they refuse to recognize his (Doctor) status - despite his contributions.

-Frank Pucher

Happy-Happy Friday

Happy Friday Everyone. What a week it has been! The days just flew right by...

For starters I need to thank the TEAM for a "phenomenal" last 2 weeks!!

Also, we have finished all of our interviews today for our "NEW TEAMMATE." The individual we selected will be an outstanding addition to our TEAM. I shall give all of the details in a later entry. (They don't know yet!)

Tonight however our TEAM will celebrate with Dinner @ The Chart House in Weehawkin. The work they have been doing has truly been GREAT and some recognition is in order.

Happy Weekend All..

Frank Pucher

With 3 Weeks Out

Greetings from the home office. I have just returned from my last "long run" (quite possibly ever? TBD) in Central Park.

I Love Central Park. There is always an excitement, especially on a beautiful summers day (like today!) The place has many wonderful memories for me and I always find a new enjoyment whenever I make the trip.

This week was pretty basic in my training with my longest S-B-R over the last several days. 

Here is how it all went down:

Monday: 50 minute run

Tuesday: 2.5 hrs bike

Wednesday: 1 hr swim

Thursday: 2.5 hrs bike

Friday: 1hr 20 minute swim (longest ever)

Saturday: 80 mile bike ride with Rachel.

Sunday: 18 mile run in CP, (longest run of the cycle).

I celebrated my run today with some blueberry waffles and eggs..oh and a Coke, some fruit, and some hummus & crackers. (I'm wondering what's for dinner?)

Francesca asked me how I was feeling about my training? I replied "as good as I expect to feel."

My next 2 weeks will see a reduced volume and some increased rest & recovery. Hair buzz, manicure, pedicure (That's right I said it!) and maybe a massage up at Lake Placid the days before the race.

Basically, the work is done and now I just have to pull it all together. I'm counting the days now...it's getting real. This is really gonna happen!

Frank Pucher

Another I Will....

I WILL...

1. Continue asking questions and getting feedback from my other team members to help myself become a "better" trainer.
2. Get to the beach 2 or 3 more times this summer (hopefully!!)
3. Start my training plan for my first marathon.
4. Make sure I am always ready to go (well rested, energized, motivating) for my clients so I can make their time at Fitness 121 the BEST part of their day.
5. Get together with friends I graduated with from ESU, who I have not seen since October this month.
6.Stay postive and strong, not only for myself, but for my family, friends, clients, and team members...even (especially) when times are tough...
7. Add 2-3 more clients to my schedule.

-Lori Johanson

Should Women Train Like Men?

Today I was asked by a client: "Should Women Train Like Men?" I paused (something I rarely do; perhaps I should?) before answering "Yes or No."

"Yes, Women should/can perform the same movements as their male counterparts. The requirements of a female cyclist are the same as a male cyclist; the needs of a female firefighter are equal to that of a Fireman; and the benefits of Training are not discriminatory."

I then continued with:

"No, Women shouldn't train like Men; and neither should Men. I don't believe in Sex training (at least not as it relates to this question) I believe in Training. Proper training is for everyone! Smart Women & Men all should engage in movements that enhance mobility, increase stability and fortify the body."

It truly was a great question. Many people with seemingly better credentials than I will argue the counterpoint to my above statements. "Women want to tone & Men want to bulk" they'll say; or the old "Men are stronger than women." It's statements like those that make me realize how utterly clueless the smarter people are!

The question or issue isn't "should people with different goals & abilities
train the same?"
Of course not, I don't care what sex you are!

Part of the problem (that leads to the question in the 1st place) is the stereotype that Women like using those cute little pink weights & Men of course like to pick up heavy objects. Really? The fitness industry is partially to blame for this as they always depict the Women with the aforementioned pink weights in her hands. In my opinion, not only is this an unhealthy image of what Women are capable of; but it in no way helps to alleviate the health risk many women face Osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis is a serious health risk that affects too many women. While there is a heredity component to this; a strength training program is about the best prevention for bone loss there is. A women with the pink weights isn't being helped at all, while a smart women who "Trains Properly" receives tremendous benefits in the way of bone strength, joint integrity and injury prevention. What Men don't want that? Perhaps the question is "Should Men Train Like Smart Women?"

Frank Pucher