This is more of the paint and decal process.
Quite impressive how much work goes in just for this.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Team Canada - Men's Hockey Roster
The initial roster for the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver was announced a little while ago.
13 Forwards: Patrice Bergeron, Sidney Crosby (Alternate Captain), Ryan Getzlaf, Dany Heatley, Jarome Iginla (Alternate Captain), Patrick Marleau, Brendan Morrow, Rick Nash, Corey Perry, Mike Richards, Eric Staal, Joe Thornton, Jonathan Toews.
7 Defenceman: Dan Boyle, Drew Doughty, Duncan Keith, Scott Niedermayer (Captain), Chris Pronger (Alternate Captain), Brent Seabrook, Shea Weber.
3 Goalies: Martin Brodeur, Marc-Andre Fleury, Roberto Luongo.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
I hope you all had a great Christmas and wonderful family time. I also wish you all the best in 2010. May you achieve all your goals.
I decided to type this out as I sit on the couch and continue to gain weight, but get some much needed rest and relaxation. However, all of this sleep and inactivity is sure making me listless.
This was also a down week of training for me (I think I did 6 hrs), but I am right back at it tomorrow with a 90 minute bike ride.
By the way, go check out Avatar in 3D. It is one heck of a cinematic experience.
Finally, I just want to send a few quick thank you’s to some people and organizations that made this year my best ever.
In no particular order: My wife, family and friends (you Markham Tri crew dudes have taken things to a whole new level), Running Free (great store, great support, even better owners), John Salt & MultiSport Canada (the best race series period), Kevin Mackinnon (Triathlon Magazine Canada & Ironman.com) – huge influence and truly a super guy, Tony at Physiobility (got me back to racing after my Achilles surgery), Acid Zapper (give it a try it really works), Mike Cheliak - I don’t know what possessed you to give me a column on your site but I certainly appreciate it.
And of course all of you that regularly visit this blog. I hope still provide some entertainment and useful information. If not, you can always email me and ask questions (hosspro at hotmail dot com).
By the way, my coaching client list is quickly filling for 2010. If you wish to have me work with you please contact me ASAP. To make sure I give you the attention and services you need, I only work with a limited number of athletes each year.
Til 2010,
H
I decided to type this out as I sit on the couch and continue to gain weight, but get some much needed rest and relaxation. However, all of this sleep and inactivity is sure making me listless.
This was also a down week of training for me (I think I did 6 hrs), but I am right back at it tomorrow with a 90 minute bike ride.
By the way, go check out Avatar in 3D. It is one heck of a cinematic experience.
Finally, I just want to send a few quick thank you’s to some people and organizations that made this year my best ever.
In no particular order: My wife, family and friends (you Markham Tri crew dudes have taken things to a whole new level), Running Free (great store, great support, even better owners), John Salt & MultiSport Canada (the best race series period), Kevin Mackinnon (Triathlon Magazine Canada & Ironman.com) – huge influence and truly a super guy, Tony at Physiobility (got me back to racing after my Achilles surgery), Acid Zapper (give it a try it really works), Mike Cheliak - I don’t know what possessed you to give me a column on your site but I certainly appreciate it.
And of course all of you that regularly visit this blog. I hope still provide some entertainment and useful information. If not, you can always email me and ask questions (hosspro at hotmail dot com).
By the way, my coaching client list is quickly filling for 2010. If you wish to have me work with you please contact me ASAP. To make sure I give you the attention and services you need, I only work with a limited number of athletes each year.
Til 2010,
H
Monday, December 21, 2009
Macca on Lance
I can't totally disagree, but this is what will make Kona 2011 interesting for sure. I am sure the pro men will step up their game even more to make sure they are not embarassed.
Friday, December 18, 2009
MultiSport Canada 2009 Video
The MultiSport Canada 2009 - End of Year Video
By the Great Mike Cheliak
Find more videos like this on MultiSport Canada
I am in there somewhere.
By the Great Mike Cheliak
Find more videos like this on MultiSport Canada
I am in there somewhere.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Invictus
Saw the film Invictus earlier today. It is another excellent Clint Eastwood flim, and some great performances were turned in by Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon. It made me appreciate Nelson Mandela a whole lot more. It gives a great glimpse into what was going on in South Africa during that time, and from an interesting perspective (rugby).
Make sure to see it.
This poem played a role in providing inspiration in the film, and sections of it are quoted several times. I've included it below.
I think I will consult it from time to time for extra motivation.
Invictus
Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find, me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll.
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
William Ernest Henley
Make sure to see it.
This poem played a role in providing inspiration in the film, and sections of it are quoted several times. I've included it below.
I think I will consult it from time to time for extra motivation.
Invictus
Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find, me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll.
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
William Ernest Henley
Sunday, December 06, 2009
Fictional/Real Race Report
A funny look at a race report. It is scary how truthful it is though. Take note some of you. Race wheels and other items are not the answer to solve all problems. Work on the engine first then add the extra frills if you can afford them.
I don't want to give away all my secrets but for the cost of $0.00, you can practice your transitions and save a chunk of time -- likely more than you would with race wheels, aero helmet, etc. Race wheels are nice but per dollar spent, not the best value. Remember, work that engine first.
So just do the training, and have no excuses. Go hard or go home!
Enjoy!
I don't want to give away all my secrets but for the cost of $0.00, you can practice your transitions and save a chunk of time -- likely more than you would with race wheels, aero helmet, etc. Race wheels are nice but per dollar spent, not the best value. Remember, work that engine first.
So just do the training, and have no excuses. Go hard or go home!
Enjoy!
Thursday, December 03, 2009
2010 Training has begun
Last week, Ian at IMFIT.ca ran me through my start-up bike and bike fitness assessments. The numbers were fairly decent given I had used Sept-Nov. to gain weight, enjoy food and drink, and rarely engage in activities that resemble exercise. My VO2 max numbers were not outstanding (affected by increased body weight), but my aerobic base was good - pretty close to my best ever test numbers in May of 2008 (just days before my Achilles tendon rupture).
So with my training zones determined, on Monday, I officially started training for the 2010 season. I will be working with Ian this season, a relationship that goes back to 2005, but I took last year off took take a more relaxed approach to training.
OK! Relaxed meant taking it fairly easy and pain free - something I wanted to do as I returned from my Achilles surgery and subsequent recovery.
I knew things would be different this time around and in this first week, I can tell you that there are no wasted minutes in my training. It is so important to have the proper zones and thanks to my good aerobic base , my zones are making me work hard. For example, a zone 2 aerobic run for me would be 150-160. There is no coasting going on here.
So I am a bit sore right now and I haven't felt this since after my last race in mid-September. Training with a purpose and some kind of intensity will do that. I will also start back on Acid Zapper in a few weeks to test once again how the body feels. I regularly used it for 3 months and it worked well. I will confirm those finding again soon to see if I feel less soreness and if I experience performance improvements like increased bike wattage.
I still intend on posting here at least once each week - not promises though - but you are guaranteed to catch a weekly blog post here: http://mysportsshooter.com/category/rogers-world
Until next time
Happy training!
H
And there's more.....
A few hours after posting the above entry, I found this funny but real cause created by Ben Stiller. Check it out. Brilliant stuff.
So with my training zones determined, on Monday, I officially started training for the 2010 season. I will be working with Ian this season, a relationship that goes back to 2005, but I took last year off took take a more relaxed approach to training.
OK! Relaxed meant taking it fairly easy and pain free - something I wanted to do as I returned from my Achilles surgery and subsequent recovery.
I knew things would be different this time around and in this first week, I can tell you that there are no wasted minutes in my training. It is so important to have the proper zones and thanks to my good aerobic base , my zones are making me work hard. For example, a zone 2 aerobic run for me would be 150-160. There is no coasting going on here.
So I am a bit sore right now and I haven't felt this since after my last race in mid-September. Training with a purpose and some kind of intensity will do that. I will also start back on Acid Zapper in a few weeks to test once again how the body feels. I regularly used it for 3 months and it worked well. I will confirm those finding again soon to see if I feel less soreness and if I experience performance improvements like increased bike wattage.
I still intend on posting here at least once each week - not promises though - but you are guaranteed to catch a weekly blog post here: http://mysportsshooter.com/category/rogers-world
Until next time
Happy training!
H
And there's more.....
A few hours after posting the above entry, I found this funny but real cause created by Ben Stiller. Check it out. Brilliant stuff.
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