Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Grades
Ok, grades for this past semester are posted. I'm not gloating, just thought I'd let you know that I got A's again.
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Congratulations Ben and Codi
Saturday December 2nd saw the wedding of my cousin, Ben, and Codi. The wedding was very nice, despite the ceremony itself being outside on top of the tallest building in Boise. Some pics to follow. I hope they had a good time on their honeymoon in Cancun.
Wednesday, December 6, 2006
Rise Against
Wow!
You should definitely watch Rise Against's video for "Ready to Fall." Available here http://www.riseagainst.com/player/default.aspx/mid/2399
It's pretty awesome.
You should definitely watch Rise Against's video for "Ready to Fall." Available here http://www.riseagainst.com/player/default.aspx/mid/2399
It's pretty awesome.
Tuesday, December 5, 2006
Damn
Dear Michael:
Thank you for taking the time to submit your application for the Product Test Analyst I opening. We've had a chance to carefully compare it with the requirements of the position.
While your qualifications are impressive, regrettably, we need to let you know that there are other candidates that more closely match our needs for the Product Test Analyst I position.
Please continue to visit www.nikejobs.com/us to search for open jobs and to keep your profile up-to-date. Remember, if you haven't already done so, you can even choose to be notified of future openings that match your career selections.
Again, thank you for your interest in Nike. We wish you success in your job search.
Sincerely,
Nike Staffing
Thank you for taking the time to submit your application for the Product Test Analyst I opening. We've had a chance to carefully compare it with the requirements of the position.
While your qualifications are impressive, regrettably, we need to let you know that there are other candidates that more closely match our needs for the Product Test Analyst I position.
Please continue to visit www.nikejobs.com/us to search for open jobs and to keep your profile up-to-date. Remember, if you haven't already done so, you can even choose to be notified of future openings that match your career selections.
Again, thank you for your interest in Nike. We wish you success in your job search.
Sincerely,
Nike Staffing
Thursday, November 30, 2006
Hydroworx
Hey,
Today I did a VO2-max test in the hydroworx pool. It is basically an underwater treadmill with water jets for resistance. The test measures how much oxygen your body is able to use. I was a test subject for a Ph.D. student (Superman) in the human performance department.
Before.
It was a fun experience. First, I stepped into the pool onto the treadmill belt, then Superman lowered the floor until I was submerged to mid-chest. He had me warm-up and get used to running in the pool while hooking up the testing apparatus. It was like a snorkel, but much larger, with clamps so it stays on your head.
During.
He started me running at 6.5 mph with the jets at 40% of max, making sure that the equipment was working correctly. Each minute after that, he increased the speed by 1 mph, until I was running at 8.5 mph. I stayed there for a minute then Superman started increasing the jets by 10% each minute. Let me note, that the test is a total exertion test. He told me that when I was finished, I should be at the point where I couldn't go another step. I made my way up to the point that the jets were at 90% (the max that people usually test at). My lower calf and the front of my leg, near my ankle, burned. No doubt my muscles were still tired from my intense brick workout on Tuesday night. Superman yelled, "Come on Mike, you've already got half this minute done! Let's max-out this machine today." He's so good at being encouraging. I pushed for another 30 seconds until the minute was over. Superman stopped the test and I collapsed to the edge of the pool where there was an edge I could stand on without being hurled backward.
After.
I stood there, my legs shaking, while catching my breath. Superman told me that I did very well for my first time. I had achieved VO2 max of about 64. Which is on par with collegiate track athletes. For comparison, Lance Armstrong's VO2 max is around 74, if memory serves me correctly. I cooled down, got out of the pool and chatted with Superman about what the numbers on the printout meant. I can use this info to determine what heart rate I should be training at for different workout types.
Pics to follow.
MM
Before.
During.
After.
Today I did a VO2-max test in the hydroworx pool. It is basically an underwater treadmill with water jets for resistance. The test measures how much oxygen your body is able to use. I was a test subject for a Ph.D. student (Superman) in the human performance department.
Before.
It was a fun experience. First, I stepped into the pool onto the treadmill belt, then Superman lowered the floor until I was submerged to mid-chest. He had me warm-up and get used to running in the pool while hooking up the testing apparatus. It was like a snorkel, but much larger, with clamps so it stays on your head.
During.
He started me running at 6.5 mph with the jets at 40% of max, making sure that the equipment was working correctly. Each minute after that, he increased the speed by 1 mph, until I was running at 8.5 mph. I stayed there for a minute then Superman started increasing the jets by 10% each minute. Let me note, that the test is a total exertion test. He told me that when I was finished, I should be at the point where I couldn't go another step. I made my way up to the point that the jets were at 90% (the max that people usually test at). My lower calf and the front of my leg, near my ankle, burned. No doubt my muscles were still tired from my intense brick workout on Tuesday night. Superman yelled, "Come on Mike, you've already got half this minute done! Let's max-out this machine today." He's so good at being encouraging. I pushed for another 30 seconds until the minute was over. Superman stopped the test and I collapsed to the edge of the pool where there was an edge I could stand on without being hurled backward.
After.
I stood there, my legs shaking, while catching my breath. Superman told me that I did very well for my first time. I had achieved VO2 max of about 64. Which is on par with collegiate track athletes. For comparison, Lance Armstrong's VO2 max is around 74, if memory serves me correctly. I cooled down, got out of the pool and chatted with Superman about what the numbers on the printout meant. I can use this info to determine what heart rate I should be training at for different workout types.
Pics to follow.
MM
Before.
During.
After.
Monday, November 27, 2006
Fort Collins
Top 10 Reasons to move to Ft. Collins
10) Population: 137,177
9) Rams are awesome!
8) The cost of living in Fort Collins, 16.7% lower than that of Seattle. $60,000 in Seattle, has the same buying power that a salary of $50,000 has in Fort Collins
7) Home of Budweiser and 5 other local breweries
6) Colorado State University with 16,000 students
5) 5 Ski areas withing 2 hours 15 minutes drive
4) 2005 "Bicycle Friendly Community"
3) 2005 Runners World Top 25 running cities
2) CNN Money's 2006 #1 place to live
1) 300 days of sun each year
10) Population: 137,177
9) Rams are awesome!
8) The cost of living in Fort Collins, 16.7% lower than that of Seattle. $60,000 in Seattle, has the same buying power that a salary of $50,000 has in Fort Collins
7) Home of Budweiser and 5 other local breweries
6) Colorado State University with 16,000 students
5) 5 Ski areas withing 2 hours 15 minutes drive
4) 2005 "Bicycle Friendly Community"
3) 2005 Runners World Top 25 running cities
2) CNN Money's 2006 #1 place to live
1) 300 days of sun each year
First time out
Well,
First off, thanks for reading this. Bear with me for a bit while I get the hang of this. I've been wanting to set up a blog for a while, and this is something that I will try to keep very honest and true. Feel free to comment.
mm
First off, thanks for reading this. Bear with me for a bit while I get the hang of this. I've been wanting to set up a blog for a while, and this is something that I will try to keep very honest and true. Feel free to comment.
mm
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