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You know how one leads to another, right? Well, I was browsing through the internet when I bumped into one of these videos. It is very interesting.

Question is, if I were to invite you to join me in a game, would you like to play this game? Check out the video (below):

You're thoughts?

I'm sure you know the song! But apart from the song, the video itself is interesting. Lady Gaga is such a performer. It's like she's not from this world. Check out the video after the break.

So, have you been caught up in a bad romance yourself? I guess there was a time that I did.

There are a number of surprising changes that have come into effect lately. You know how people are with change. Some people resist it, and some people welcome it. However, I'm glad to share that these recent changes in our teams' lives are very much welcomed.

Ramon has been promoted to Application Development Manager! Yey! That means he is our boss now! (I'll blog about why I'm so thrilled about his promotion next time).

Joel has also been promoted to Technical Architect! I've been so lucky to work with this guy on my last project. He has been very supportive and always makes a point to recognize everyone's effort. He's a good guy, yeah!

There are a couple more things that have changed, but again, as I said, they are welcomed.

I haven't been blogging for a while now. I've been very busy. However, I will say that there are a couple of things that I'd share in the next few weeks, like:

• Our recent participation in the Timex Run 2009
• My current workout plan
• Some recent findings about my health
• Our 2nd wedding anniversary

I hope I'd be able to write all these soon. As I said, there have been changes and surely there's more to write about these in the future.

Glee is such a great show. They did cover versions of new and some old beautiful but powerful long songs. One of them is the song Can't Fight This Feeling which was originally sung by REO Speedwagon.

Can't Fight This Feeling

I can't fight this feeling any longer
And yet I'm still afraid to let it flow
What started out as friendship, has grown stronger
I only wish I had the strength to let it show

And even as I wander
I'm keeping you in sight
You're a candle in the window
On a cold, dark winters night
And I'm getting closer than I ever thought I might

And I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
It's time to bring this ship into the shore
And throw away the oars
Baby, I can't fight this feeling anymore

My life has been such a whirlwind since I saw you
I've been running round in circles in my mind
And it always seems that I'm following you, girl
Cause you take me to the places that alone I'd never find

And even as I wander I'm keeping you in sight
You're a candle in the window on a cold, dark winters night
And I'm getting closer than I ever thought I might

And I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
It's time to bring this ship into the shore
And throw away the oars, forever

Cause I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
And if I have to crawl upon the floor
Come crushing through your door
Baby, I can't fight this feeling anymore.

As I promised on my previous blog, I'll be posting my test results. I'm posting all of my lab results since January of this year. Think of it as proof that my health is improving not only in pictures but also in paper. So, here they are.

Test	Result	Normal Value S.I.	Result	Normal Value Conventional
HBAic	5.9%	4.4 ~ 6.6%	5.9%	4.4 ~ 6.6%
FBS	4.80	3.89 ~ 5.83 mmol/L	87.273	70.72 ~ 106 mg/dl
Urea Nitrogen (BUN)	5.73	2.5 ~ 6.5 mmol/L	16.050	7.0 ~ 18.2 mg/dl
Creatinine	142.6	53.0 ~ 115.0 mmol/L	1.613	0.60 ~ 1.3 mg/dl
Cholesterol	6.67	0 ~ 5.2 mmol/L	256.538	0 ~ 200 mg/dl
Triglyceride	3.77	0 ~ 1.7 mmol/L	342.727	1 ~ 150 mg/dl
HDL Chole	0.63	0.91 ~ 1.56 mmol/L	24.231	38.46 ~ 60 mg/dl
LDL Chole	5.29	0 ~ 3.9 mmol/L	203.462	0 ~ 150 mg/dl
SGPT (ALT)	68	0 ~ 41 u/L	68.000	0 ~ 41 u/L
SGOT (AST)	33	0 ~ 40 u/L	33.000	0 ~ 40 u/L

Test	Result	Normal Value S.I.	Result	Normal Value Conventional
FBS	5.54	3.89 ~ 5.83 mmol/L	100.727	70.72 ~ 106 mg/dl
Urea Nitrogen (BUN)	2.8	2.5 ~ 6.5 mmol/L	7.843	7.0 ~ 18.2 mg/dl
Creatinine	110	53.0 ~ 115.0 mmol/L	1.244	0.60 ~ 1.3 mg/dl
Cholesterol	5.08	0 ~ 5.2 mmol/L	195.385	0 ~ 200 mg/dl
Triglyceride	3.47	0 ~ 1.7 mmol/L	315.455	1 ~ 150 mg/dl
HDL Chole	0.34	0.91 ~ 1.56 mmol/L	13.077	38.46 ~ 60 mg/dl
LDL Chole	4.05	0 ~ 3.9 mmol/L	155.769	0 ~ 150 mg/dl
SGPT (ALT)	68	0 ~ 41 u/L	68.000	0 ~ 41 u/L
SGOT (AST)	37	0 ~ 40 u/L	37.000	0 ~ 40 u/L

Test	Result	Normal Value S.I.	Result	Normal Value Conventional
FBS	4.66	3.89 ~ 5.83 mmol/L	84.727	70.72 ~ 106 mg/dl
Urea Nitrogen (BUN)	5.14	2.5 ~ 6.5 mmol/L	14.398	7.0 ~ 18.2 mg/dl
Creatinine	93.5	53.0 ~ 115.0 mmol/L	1.058	0.60 ~ 1.3 mg/dl
Cholesterol	3.77	0 ~ 5.2 mmol/L	145.000	0 ~ 200 mg/dl
Triglyceride	3.22	0 ~ 1.7 mmol/L	292.727	1 ~ 150 mg/dl
HDL Chole	0.29	0.91 ~ 1.56 mmol/L	11.154	38.46 ~ 60 mg/dl
LDL Chole	2.83	0 ~ 3.9 mmol/L	108.846	0 ~ 150 mg/dl
SGPT (ALT)	54	0 ~ 41 u/L	54.000	0 ~ 41 u/L
SGOT (AST)	20	0 ~ 40 u/L	20.000	0 ~ 40 u/L

Test	Result	Normal Value S.I.	Result	Normal Value Conventional
Cholesterol	3.85	0 ~ 5.2 mmol/L	148.077	0 ~ 200 mg/dl
Triglyceride	0.88	0 ~ 1.7 mmol/L	80.000	1 ~ 150 mg/dl
HDL Chole	0.51	0.91 ~ 1.56 mmol/L	19.615	38.46 ~ 60 mg/dl
LDL Chole	3.17	0 ~ 3.9 mmol/L	121.923	0 ~ 150 mg/dl
SGPT (ALT)	11	0 ~ 41 u/L	11.000	0 ~ 41 u/L

Test	Result	Normal Value S.I.	Result	Normal Value Conventional
Urea Nitrogen (BUN)	8.24	2.5 ~ 6.5 mmol/L	23.081	7.0 ~ 18.2 mg/dl
Creatinine	258.5	53.0 ~ 115.0 mmol/L	2.924	0.60 ~ 1.3 mg/dl
Cholesterol	3.36	0 ~ 5.2 mmol/L	129.231	0 ~ 200 mg/dl
Triglyceride	1.17	0 ~ 1.7 mmol/L	106.364	1 ~ 150 mg/dl
HDL Chole	1.94	0.91 ~ 1.56 mmol/L	74.615	38.46 ~ 60 mg/dl
LDL Chole	1.18	0 ~ 3.9 mmol/L	45.385	0 ~ 150 mg/dl
SGPT (ALT)	22	0 ~ 41 u/L	22.000	0 ~ 41 u/L

So I'll be seeing my doctor again in 3 months for another round of tests. I hope I get a perfect score this time! Wish me luck!

Hello guys! It's been a while since I last posted a blog. Isn't it a beautiful Friday? When I woke up, the first thing I did was open our front door. The sun was shining and I felt the warmth of the sun. It felt really good.

Yesterday, I called in sick. I wanted to take a rest because I felt a bit exhausted the past few days. No, it's NOT just because of work. I guess I haven't been sleeping well the past few days and that took it's toll Wednesday evening. I thought since I'd be taking the leave the next day, might as well visit my doctor for that follow-up check up.

I was so happy to see the results of my blood tests. My cholesterol was very good. My Triglycerides were normal, I have high HDL, and to make it perfect, low LDL! I really am proud of myself. The exercises (weight lifting and running) really made a difference! The SGPT was also low/normal (22). So, my doctor lowered the dose of the meds I've been taking. Great! That equates to savings.

However, I have a new problem. My creatinine levels are seriously high. Unfortunately, when I took the test, my last meal was a glass of Casein protein. I don't know if that affected the test but it sure gave my doctor a chuckle. I asked, "why are you laughing?". He simply said, "you just got rid of one problem but introduced another." Then I confessed that I have been taking protein. He forbid me to take them, so ok, I said, fine. I'll stop. Darn. Gusto ko pa naman magpalaki pa ng katawan. I guess I have to do it the natural way for the next 3 months (crossing my fingers).

I'll post my test results on my next blog.

After my doctor's visit, I went home (my parents' home) because I visited my son. It was he's 18th month. Yes, that's 1.5 years! Took pictures and videos of him. Here's one picture of us (sorry for the crappy quality of the pic). Isn't he the cutest? (LOL).

And here's one of my favorite videos that I took:



Isn't he sweet? Why can't he be? Of course, mana sa daddy! (LOL).

Tomorrow, it's back to work. But don't get me wrong. It's not a bad thing! Work is work. We all need work. Without work, we wouldn't have the means to live our lives. Life would be corny, uninteresting, to some extent, life would seem miserable. However, just like most things, it has it's ups and downs.

Such is the case of "Dilbert". He's one of those geeky guys who think they know everything! For one, "Dilbert" thinks he's superior. Darn. I wouldn't have had a problem if a guy is better than me. I'm just a guy. In some point of our lives, we will meet someone's who is better than ourselves. But if a guy "thinks" he knows more than anyone else wherever he goes, that's bull. That's just plain stupid.

So, I guess that's clears it. "Dilbert" is part of those "downs".

You know what? Dilbert probably has friends. Everyone has friends. But I really don't know how he is as a friend, but I sure don't want to be his friend. He's far too bossy, conceited, and eccentric to be one of my friends.

Respect. Everybody needs to respect everybody. He sure doesn't know what it means. You just don't blurt out or butt in a conversation with anyone if they're in a middle of conversation! Well, he does.

Tsk. Tsk. Tsk. Dilbert, it just reflects how you treat others. You don't respect them. In turn, how can they respect you?

Respect. If a person shares anything, an anecdote, an opinion, or just simply something he saw on TV, you just don't blurt out, "Hindi! hindi! hindi!" ("No! No! No!") in disagreement while that person is still sharing his story! Let him finish AND THEN tell that person what you think with RESPECT. With grace and elegance.

Tsk. Tsk. Tsk. Dilbert, it just shows that you feel you are superior. That you know more. That you are better. That you belittle the people around you. I dare you. Will you do that in front of your boss, huh Dilbert? I guess not.

You know, Dilbert. You're bastos! Everybody knows that now. It's too obvious not to be true. I sure hope you know that too.

Tomorrow, it's back to work. But don't ge me wrong. It's not a bad thing. Besides, Dilbert won't be around... yet. So, I guess tomorrow is one of those "up" days.

Good luck with us for the the remaining days tho. But that's ok. Work is work.

Oh well, makapag-workout na nga!

99+1 Beginner Running Tips

Here’s a top 100 beginner running tips collated by a team from the CRN website. Most are applicable in our local running scene and it also can be valuable to all veteran and hard-core runners. If you have other tips you would want to share, please don’t hesitate to share them here.

Apparel Tips
   1. Wear spandex shorts under your regular running shorts so you don’t chafe “down there.”
   2. Cotton socks will only lead to blisters; invest in socks designed for running.
   3. Ladies, do not skimp on a bra. Even if it costs more than your shoes it’s still a bargain.
   4. Buy running clothes you look good in and that will motivate you to run.
   5. Buy new running clothes at the end of the season when stores dump the old season’s line. Think clearance!

Community
   1. Join your local running club—check with your local running store fitness center and/or recreation department to find one.
   2. Volunteer at a local race—meet runners support runners and connect with your Community.

Manners
   1. Remember to say “Thank You!” to race volunteers (e.g. when you get that cup of water at the aid station) and family and friends who support you.
   2. Conscientiously share the trail with walkers, bikers and other runners.
   3. Always try to balance running with the people you love by making a schedule that involves and is considerate of everyone.
   4. Don’t carry loose change. It will annoy those who are running with you.
   5. Don’t neglect and irritate your family and friends by spending all your time running and talking about running.

Motivation Tips
   1. Sign up for a race as soon as you feel up to it.
   2. Find a committed running partner. It is much harder to skip a run when you have someone else depending on you.
   3. Remember that you will have plateaus in your progress and tough days along the way.
   4. It gets easier.
   5. Accept and appreciate the fact that not every single run can be a good one.
   6. Be prepared to remove the words “can’t” and “never” from your vocabulary.
   7. Do not compare yourself to others. Run within yourself and for yourself first.
   8. Don’t expect every run to be better than the last one; some of them will hurt.
   9. Don’t think too much about it or you won’t do it.
  10. Even a bad run is better then no run at all.
  11. If you normally run with music try skipping it and listening to your feet to hear your pace and your gait.
  12. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t experience weight loss immediately.
  13. Start a running blog and read other running blogs regularly.
  14. Running is not an excuse to triple your intake of doughnuts because runners gain weight too.
 
Nutrition Tips
   1. Buy the powdered sports drink mix instead of premixed. It’s cheaper and more similar to race drink mixes.
   2. Each pound you lose makes running a little easier.
   3. Hydrate. Make it a habit to drink water throughout the day.
   4. If you are running very long distance drink enough electrolytes (e.g. Gatorade).
   5. On long runs eat something every hour—whether you feel like it or not.
   6. During longer runs if you don’t like to carry water take some cash in your pocket pouch or a shoe wallet. Run a route where there’s a corner store that you can use as a pit stop to pick up your water and maybe use the bathroom.
   7. Avoid eating spicy foods before running and the night before your long runs.
   8. To aid recovery the most crucial time to eat and drink is in the hour immediately after you run.

Prevention Tips
   1. Use Vaseline or Body Glide wherever things rub. They will help prevent blisters and chafing (guys don’t forget the nipples).
   2. Do not increase your mileage more than 10 percent per week.
   3. Guys: Band-Aids before the long runs. Your nipples will thank you in the shower afterwards.
   4. Log your mileage for your legs and your Shoes. Too much on either will cause you injury.
   5. If you are prone to shin splints and lower leg pain try running soft trails for your Training runs and save the asphalt for race day.
   6. Do not run two hard days back-to-back.
   7. Ice aches and pains immediately.
   8. Pay attention to your form. Try to run lightly to minimize impact that could lead to injury.
   9. Cut your Training by at least 30 percent to 50 percent every 4th or 5th week for recovery.
  10. When trail running don’t forget the bug spray.
  11. Neosporin (or another antibiotic cream) is good for chafed areas (if you didn’t use your Body Glide!).
  12. Make sure you cut your toenails short enough so they don’t jam into your Shoes!
  13. Put some Body Glide between your toes on long runs.
  14. Be careful about running on paths that force you to run consistently on a slant. It’s hard on the hips knees and IT bands.
  15. Don’t stretch before a run. Warm up by walking briskly or jogging slowly for several minutes.
  16. Do not ice for more than 20 minutes at a time.
  17. Do not use the hot tub after a race. It will increase inflammation and hinder healing.
  18. Frozen peas make a great ice pack for aches and pains. A thin t-towel wrapped around them makes the cold more comfortable.

Racing Tips
   1. Race day is not the day to try new shoes, eat new foods, or wear brand new clothing.
   2. Do not try a marathon as your first race.
   3. For races longer than 5k start out slower than you think you should.
   4. If you conserve your energy during the first half of a race, you can finish strong.
   5. When you pick up drinking cups at aid stations, squeeze gently so it folds slightly and is easier to drink from it while you are moving.
   6. A plastic garbage on race day is a very fashionable cheap disposable raincoat.

Safety Tips
   1. Be aware of cyclists approaching you from behind and try to keep to the right. Try to pay special attention when running with music.
   2. Run facing traffic.
   3. Never assume a car sees you.
   4. Give horses wide berths on trails and walk as you pass them unless you enjoy a hoof to the melon.
   5. Always carry I.D. because you just never know.
 
Shoe Tips
   1. Try shoes on in the afternoon when your feet are bigger.
   2. Doubleknot your shoe laces so they will not come undone when you run.
   3. Buy yourself some actual running shoes from an actual running store because running in junk “sneakers” will destroy your feet and your legs.
   4. Get assessed for the right kind of running shoes.

Training Tips
   1. In the immortal words of Walt Stack famed senior-citizen distance runner “Start slow … and taper.”
   2. At first keep your runs short and slow to avoid injury and soreness so you do not quit.
   3. If you are breathing too hard slow down or walk a bit until you feel comfortable again.
   4. Pick your route close to home (out your front door)—the more convenient it is the better chance you will have sticking with it.
   5. Find a beginner training plan for your first race.
   6. Set realistic short term and long term goals.
   7. Keep a training diary.
   8. Soreness one to two days after a run is normal (delayed onset muscle soreness).
   9. No amount of money spent on gadgets, training programs or funny food can substitute for minutes, hours, days and weeks on the road.
  10. There’s no shame in walking.
  11. Subscribe to a running magazine or pick up a book or two on running.
  12. Four laps around the local the high school track equals one mile.
  13. Lift weights.
  14. It’s okay to take walk breaks (run 1 minute walk 1 minute then progress to run 10 minutes walk 1 minute etc.).
  15. Vary your training routes. This will prevent boredom and prevent your body from getting acclimated.
  16. Speed work doesn’t have to be scientific. Try racing to one light post and then jogging to the next.
  17. Push through rough spots by focusing on the sounds of your breath and feet touching the ground.
  18. Do speed work after you develop an endurance base.
  19. Practice running harder in the last half of your runs.
  20. Do abdominal breathing to get rid of side cramps or “stitches.”
  21. If you can’t find the time to run, take your running gear to work.
  22. Run on trails if at all possible. It will be easier on your body and you’ll love it.
  23. Build rest into your schedule. Rest is just as important of an element as exercise in your fitness plan.
  24. Forgive yourself. Over-ambitious goals usually lead to frustration and giving up on your fitness plan. If you miss a goal or milestone let it go and focus on the next opportunity to get it.
  25. Mix-up your training plan. Make sure your training plan is not too heavily focused on one thing. No matter what level of runner you are your training plan should include four essential elements: endurance, speed, rest, cross-training.

Weather Tips
   1. Dress as if it is 10 degrees warmer than the temperature on the thermometer.
   2. Wear sunscreen and a hat when the sun is beating down—even in winter.
   3. Run early in the morning or later in evening to avoid mid-day heat.
   4. Pick up a pair of Yaktrax when running in icey conditions.
   5. In the winter dress in layers (coolmax or other technical clothing) and wear a headband over your running hat to cover your ears.
   6. For colder climates invest in socks rated to 40 below (usually found in sport/ski shops).
   7. To keep cool in hot weather soak a bandana in cold water wring it out a bit and tie it loosely around your neck.
   8. For hot weather fill your water bottle about half way lay it at an angle in the freezer and just before you head out for your run top it off with more water.

Cam whoring while driving! Tsk tsk tsk... Wag tularan ha?!