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Retired Adventurers
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We are a retired couple that enjoy camping, fishing, cycling, and running. As a type 2 diabetic, I try to stay active and hopefully inspire other diabetics to do the same . It’s never too late to start .
Building a Raise vegetable Garden- Fall Season
Join us in our next adventure as we try and grow some veggies on our DIY raised garden.
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2024 Corpus Christi Texas Glow Run / Walk
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My first (Karen's) official 5K, walking the route !
Retired Adventurer tries to run his 1st Half Marathon- 61 year old Type 2 Diabetic
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This is the hardest thing I've ever done, watch my struggles on my 1st attempt at a Half Marathon.
Update- Week 7-9 Half Marathon Training - Change of Plans
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I change my Training pland and date of my Half Marathon, so my training had to be cut short a few weeks.
Fishing Fulton pier, Texas. Catch-Fillet-Eat
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Gaftop Fishing Fulton pier, Texas. Catch-Fillet-Eat
Tour of our (new to us) 2014 Jayco 184BH Travel trailer- at Choke Canyon State Park.
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Tour of our (new to us) 2014 Jayco 184BH Travel trailer- at Choke Canyon State Park.
Half Marathon training- weeks 1 thru 3 update.
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this is an update on my 1/2 marathon training, weeks 1-3.
First time Training for a Half Marathon. Day 1
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Today I started my Marathon Training Plan with Garmin Connect , I've never done a Half Marathon before, I'm not your typical runner but I'm gonna give it a try.
61 Yrs. old Type 2 Diabetic tries a 5K Spartan Race- Houston Tx. 2024
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On to my next adventure - a 5K Sprint Spartan Race near Houston Texas. I thought I was in decent shape but some of the obstacles were pretty hard. I had fun and would'nt mind trying it again. I'm 62 yrs. old and type 2 diabetic so it was a little harder than I thought.
Exploring Brazos Bend state park
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Come with us and our puppies as we explore Brazos Bend state park, camping, cooking, biking, and running the trails!
Free Camping in Texas- Haterius Park
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WE found this free camping spot in south Texas, just north of Port LaVaca Texas. You can stay there for up to 5 days.
Rock'n'Roll Running series 2023 ,Running through Downtown San Antonio Texas -My first 10K,
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After training for 5 months I finally get to run my first 10K through Downtown San Antonio Texas. Over 1400 runners , they had live bands and Mariachis.
Holy Moly I Won the "Keeping Diabetes At Bay 5K Run."
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Thanks for tuning in, for this run , I ran a 5K to raise awareness for Diabetes, and came in 1st place for my age group. I've had Type 2 Diabetes for the past 15 years or so, but that won't slow me down . I'm hoping in inspire someone to get active and take control of the Diabetes.
Cloudcroft New Mexico 2023
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Check out our trip to Cloudcroft New Mexico and some of the trails we hiked. We also visited Alamogordo NM. and Ruidoso NM. ua-cam.com/video/Nr0l6xXa6YM/v-deo.htmlsi=rAVSqXIcIRejHTZZ Colorado Video
El Grito 5K Run, San Antonio TX., Aug. 2023
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El Grito 5K Run, San Antonio TX., Aug. 2023
My First 5K at 61 years old and type 2 Diabetic
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My First 5K at 61 years old and type 2 Diabetic
61 Miles for my 61st Birthday -Cycling with Type 2 Diabetes
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61 Miles for my 61st Birthday -Cycling with Type 2 Diabetes
Ride to Remember- Bike ride. Poth, Texas 2023
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Ride to Remember- Bike ride. Poth, Texas 2023
Camping and Fishing in our Truck Camper on New Year's Eve 2022
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Camping and Fishing in our Truck Camper on New Year's Eve 2022
Cycling with type 2 Diabetes and nutrition, (Follow up video )
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Cycling with type 2 Diabetes and nutrition, (Follow up video )
Type 2 Diabetes and Cycling- What I eat while training
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Type 2 Diabetes and Cycling- What I eat while training
MS 150 2021 San Antonio TX. A two day event.
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MS 150 2021 San Antonio TX. A two day event.
Make some new video.
We’re planning on making more, now that the weather feels better, thanks
What's up Warrior? Thanks for showing us how you get out there and put in the work. I find your videos both encouraging and informative. You're showing us that type two diabetics can THRIVE and live a fuller life. Blessings.
Thank you, it’s hard to find videos on type 2 diabetics that train in running or cycling, mostly type 1 diabetics, so I figured I would try and make some videos. Please still see your doctor for professional advice, this is what I do for me, and I’m still trying to see what works better. Thanks again
All you older warriors out there that are struggling with type 2 diabetes or borderline diabetes.PLEASE, understand how important it is to take care of yourselves. Please see your doctor and make a plan to make your life better and longer. You can do it!
Thanks for watching, I’m presently going to the VA for my meds and Dr. visits. I started running now and that also helps me with my A1C . Staying hydrated also helps with your blood sugar, thanks again.
Greetings, Vet. I just found your youtube video. Great job. I also am a type two diabetic who loves to cycle. I think it saved my life more or less. I really enjoyed your video. I struggle with some of the same things. Such asuch as fueling properly and recovery. I'm going to check out some of your other videos.But in the meantime god bless you and keep putting in good work.
Thanks for watching, I have started running at 61 years old and it’s harder that cycling for me but that has also helped me with my blood sugar, my A1C was at 6 about a month ago , but still struggle to find a good source of fuel for those long training days . Thanks again
Great job. I wouldn't even attempt one. I found the 5K too boring.
@@jylromain6439 thanks for watching
Congratulations Karen! Nice video! Looks like a great place to run.
Great job on the video. I am now 58, and very overweight, about 158 kilograms, so obese. And I am pretty sure I am diabetic now, but haven't gone to a doctor to confirm. But I do cycling training on my fat tire bike, the only bike that can take my weight, and your video is very informative, helpful, and inspiring. I hope you will keep making these videos because they are helping people. Thank you!
Thank you for watching my video, I started running more than cycling now and have been running for almost a year. I’ve run 1/2 marathon about a month ago and I’m scheduled for a marathon in December of 24, but not sure I’m gonna run it . In the meantime I want to do more cycling and cycling videos. Thanks again for all the kind words, and keep cycling it will definitely pay off in the long run, I wish you the best, stay safe.
Brother Retired Adventure, I was lookin' for your new fishing video. Nice park and your Hamburger look good... I went fishing at Calaveras Lake (San Antonio, Texas) with a War Battle from Desert Storm. Last time that we saw one and other was 30+ years plus. Check my short video and enjoy. Happy 4th Of July you and your Family! 🐟🎣
Ok , I’ll check it out, thx
Thank you, brother@@stevosUSN...
Nice filet and nice video. I'm a 100% Disabled Vetern and I just Subscribed. On my latest video, we were able to catch a cuple keepers Redfish at Calavers Lake. Enjoy and keep on fishing! 🐟🎣
Thank you for your service, I’m also a veteran (Navy). Thanks for watching our little video we appreciate it. I’ll go over to your channel and check it out and subscribe.
Had a great time! Great video!
HECK YA!!!! WAY TO GO!!!!! Big props to your support person too :D
Thank you so much❤
Congratulations!!! So proud of you, you never gave up! Keep going!
Thank you
Congrats!! That heat/humidity is brutal!! Would suggest trying one in much cooler weather.. it's been brutal in Dallas area with 75+% humidity and warm/hot temps. So glad the current forecast in ID for the 70.3 IM is upper 60s/low 70s for the high and less humidity
Thanks for watching my videos, good luck to you on your Ironman. Stay safe.
@@stevosUSNThank you! Keep pushing and inspiring others and help break the stigmas of someone that is a type 2!!
Howdy from Dallas too!
If you are in Texas, check out Ultra ExpeditionsTrail running club!
Found you from your tire cover post on FB… thought I would check you out! I am working on my channel, we camp, and my husband does 50k trail running … I’m up to 10k trail runs and I more walk- but getting there. Cheers and happy adventures!
Hi, it’s great to have you, we’re just a small channel, husband and wife out doing adventures, ill surly check out your channel, thanks for watching.
Good run, keep up the training!
Thank you
where was you staying
We live in Rockport.
All fishermen,change line on the poles you use most often,enjoy!!!
Change line yearly.
Reel needs WD 40 and internal grease
Thanks, I heard that squeak on the video , I keep forgetting to rinse them off after fishing. Thanks for watching.
Lube your reels before next outing. Enjoy!
my favorite saltwater fish to eat is whitting.
I love catching and eating whitting too, I just have caught any lately.
Nice job!
Thanks for watching.
So inspiring!! I’m 58 years old and I’m flying to California on June 2nd to do my first Spartan Race!! Wish me luck
I was a little nervous at first and some obstacles were harder than others, the one I thought we’re going to be easy were hard and the ones I thought were going to be hard were easy. I would like to do another one. Good luck to you and have fun, you’re gonna love it.
Man I miss it there love Rock Port
Thanks for watching. Let me know when you’re going camping or fishing.
Ready to go again!!!
It was great fun ,fishing on the Fulton Fishing pier.
You may also see a bit of a spike when you slow /and or when you finish.. kinda of lag of fueling for fight/flight to more normal. It seems it can also be relative to the perceived/actual stress on the body?
Yes, I’ve noticed that . Same thing would happen when I used to bike.
The half should list what will be available on course. Whether you want/can use the same in training depends on preference/compatibility. Will want to keep in mind carbs from fluid (gatorade for example) which while running fluids/gels should be easier to absorb. For me at least, easier runs it's easier to maintain a bs level.. vs higher intensity (which should use more glucose than fat as a source) can drop much faster.
Yea, I’ll be taking my own gels/nutrition , I just need to watch those sports drinks cause of the carbs. I’m documenting my runs and bs in my running journal. Thanks for watching.
Congratulations,keep up the good work!
Thank you!
Looks like your training is going good! Just to clarify, I add the extra distance during the run, even if it extends into the "cooldown" period, the timer will keep going even after it says "workout complete". Also, sometimes I'm still feeling stiff after 10 minutes and not ready to jump right into strides, so I wait a few more minutes before pressing the 'lap' button to start them. And then in between the strides and the acceleration-glides there is another opportunity to extend the run. The exact timing also depends on the course, and where the hills are. I started with around 30 minutes per session, and towards the later weeks was closer to an hour, increasing gradually over time. You don't want to do too much too soon, but you also need to eventually prep your body for a 3-hr run. My Half Marathon was yesterday, and it went really well, I felt good and beat my goal time by a couple of minutes. I ended up running most of it, taking occasional short walk breaks as needed, and up the steep parts. For nutrition, during training I tried a couple of different gels and also Tailwind, which is a powder that you mix with water and has the carbs and electrolytes. I don't know how diabetes impacts things, but for me I need to eat something for runs longer than 90 minutes, and that's on top of about 300 cals breakfast about 2 hrs before the run. A gel (I've been using Huma) every 40 minutes or so provides a good amount of energy for the longer runs, and didn't upset my stomach. But you do need to take more water to wash them down.
Congratulations on your Half Marathon, what kind of time did you get? . I’m gonna start mixing my water with Nunn hydration tablets, that’s what I used when I would cycle. When I started my Garmin coach training , it gave me an option to select “timed” or “just finished “ , I selected just finish, I have another half magic mile this weekend after a 2.5 mile run/walk. Thanks for watching.
@@stevosUSN I also used the "just finish" option, the slowest time goal was significantly faster than my target. When I started training I just hoped to finish in under 3 hours, but as I improved that became my 'C' goal, with 13 min/mile my 'B' goal, and I hoped to break 2:50 as my 'A' goal. My actual time was 2:46:17, with a negative split and most of the uphills at the end of the course, so I did really well, and most importantly enjoyed it without feeling miserable. For the "magic half mile", I continued with the long run after a couple of minutes of recovery. I ended up running 10+ miles for 6 weeks in a row leading up to the race, including my longest one at 13.7 miles (3 weeks before the race), which really helped the race not feel too long, and gave me the confidence that I could cover the distance. Another thing I did change from the prescribed plan: Galloway puts the longest run (14 miles) the week before the race, which for me was too close, I really needed a 10-day taper period. So I shortened it to 9 miles, and ran it in the middle of my Zone 2 heartrate (most of my long runs were low Z2) so it felt closer to race pace without being too taxing.
@@stevosUSN for nutrition, you should check to see what they provide at the aid stations for your target race, if there is going to be anything besides water, and if possible try it out in training to see if it works for you. My race had Nuun endurance formula, which is similar to Tailwind (my preference), and quite different from their hydration product. I also like the Huma gels. But I don't know anything about running with diabetes, so you'll have to figure out a compatible fueling and hydration strategy. I was aiming for 60-75 grams of carbs per hour, and ended up just a bit below that, which gave me plenty of energy to cover the distance.
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Thanks for watching
Great video, love the trailer!
Can’t wait to go on more adventures.
I am at Galveston Island, and going to Brazos Bend tomorrow. I’ll be doing amateur radio operations. Thanks for the video.
What is amateur radio operations? Sounds like Ham Radio. The trees should be greener by then, we went in February.
@@stevosUSN yes. Ham radio. I operated 20-meter Morse code this afternoon. It’ll be the same tomorrow and Saturday. Ok, I may change bands.
Cool
Thank You. This solved our problem too, the vac hoses on ours weren't as bad, but then the problem had only just appeared. The rear (easier to get to) one initially looked OK, but when I felt the front one with my finger I felt a crack in the hose. Shining an LED torch onto them I could see that both were cracking and when I removed the front one I could see it had split right through. So thank you very much, it's appreciated.
Your welcome, I'm glad it helped you , Stay safe on the road.
Awesome training video. Keep up the good work!❤
Thank you
Next weeks long run is 5 miles, can’t wait . The longest I’ve ran is 7 miles on 12-31-23.
I just finished Week 14 yesterday with my longest run ever, 13.7 miles! (12 mi + warmup and cooldown). It's amazing because when I started 5 miles felt very long, now I can do 10 like it's no big deal (as long as I keep it slow and easy). But I did gradually increase the midweek runs from 30 minutes to 45-60 minutes, and sometimes add an extra short easy run on a 4th day. The extra volume during the week seems to make the long runs more manageable.
@@Aardvark007 I can't wait till I'm up to that milage, Is this your 1st half?
@@stevosUSN I did one in high school, but that was many decades ago and didn't go well. Prior to last month, the last time I ran 10 miles was 20 years ago, then I got old and fat and sedentary, so I'm starting from zero. The biggest difference, aside from being a lot slower, is that it takes longer to recover.
@@Aardvark007 I know what you mean, I just started running about 8 months ago, before that it was when I was in the Navy over 40 years ago. Good luck to you.
I don't have any videos, but similar scenario.. Had done a lot of cycling (including another 100 mi ride for 50th bday) and a friend who did the ride with me wanted to do a 70.3 Ironman in Hawaii for their 50th year. So in early 50s started the running/swimming journey in 2017 and was able to complete the 70.3 in 2018. Since then have done 19 half marathons, completed 3 70.3 (with ramp ups for 3 others but due to storm/covid cancellations were not able to complete) Currently ramping up to do another 70.3. Also being diabetic. First suggestion I would have that if you don't have one already is to work with your doctor to get a continuous glucose meter. It has helped tremendously in learning how fuel and even how different meals behave (for example, finding out that some meals may delayed 2hrs before spiking up.) Currently contemplating what to do for turning 60 and a full marathon is one possibility. Consistency, and not increasing mileage to fast are huge factors. Btw, another adventurer seeing that you will have riding/running under your belt.. a triathlon could be next ;)
Wow, congratulations on all your accomplishments. I’ve done a couple century rides in my late 50’s and now that I started running I kinda slowed down on my cycling, for a while I was doing gym , run, and biking at the same time but now I mostly do gym and running. As far as the glucose meter- I’ve asked my VA Dr. but they won’t do that due to cost (they go the cheapest route- metformin), and she said it’s like 200.00 a month to monitor with the glucose meter which is out of my budget. I think I’ll be ok with gels for the half marathon but for the full marathon I’m gonna ask my doctor again about the glucose meter. I swim like a rock so I’m thinking maybe a duathlon in 2025. Good luck in your future ventures and let me know how you do on your marathon, I know you’re gonna kill it .
@@stevosUSN Thanks! A couple of things I've observed as runs got longer is that depending on intensity/duration/temps/humidity etc. is that I needed to watch even the next day or two.. may be lower than "normal" eating the same things or may be higher depending on fueling needs to recover/body stresses or whatever. (same for longer rides) Best of luck with your training/journey! BTW, also being in TX that marathon could be a possibility but leaning to the BMW Dallas (being closer). As you will be doing long runs in TX summer, you will really need to stay on top of hydration and electrolytes (mg. salt, potassium, etc) .
Oh, since using Garmin Connect.. if using a Garmin device, then a nice safety feature some of them have is live tracking. So, you could set it up to send an email to your wife, which has a link to show where you are, speed, hr, etc (available for 24hrs) Combing use of device/phone.
@@DavidC-rt3or yes I’ve used that live tracking before when cycling, and it’s gonna be interesting once summer gets here and I do those long runs . Good luck .
Hey Wartior. 63 yr old, type 2 diabetic here. On more or less the same journey. So happy to start finding this community. I've been struggling with getting my Dr. To write me a prescription for a CGM. I've met other Type 2 Diabetics who utilize a CGM and they say it's a game changer. Any advice?
Great job out there!
Thanks for watching
Good luck with the training 👌
Thank you
I'm using the exact same Garmin Coach plan for my first half marathon (in Brooklyn next month). The Tuesday and Thursday sessions remain the same throughout, and the long runs gradually increase (I'm up to 10 miles). I've added in a bit of speedwork (intervals, hills, tempo) on the midweek runs after doing the warmup and drills, after a few weeks the brief 30 minute runs seemed to short, so I aim for 45-60 minutes for each. But overall it's a solid approach to build up your aerobic base in order to go the distance. At first it felt like 4 miles was a really long run, but a couple of months later I knocked out 10 miles almost comfortably, and feel confident that I'll be able to go the distance on race day. Good luck with your training!
Thanks for watching, I did my 1st drills yesterday and it’s only 26 minutes long , 20 of those minutes are warm up and cool down. They do seem short, but I’m gonna stick with it. I was running 12-13 miles a week at zone 2 , so hopefully it works out . If you record your half let me know so I can watch it. Thanks
Congratulation!
Thanks for watching ❤
That was awesome great job
Thanks for watching ❤
It was a great experience, I’m thinking of trying it again .
Great video you got a sub from us much love from us keep it up .
Thank you so much , I’ll do the same
@@stevosUSN Thank you bless you both ❤️
looked like a fun time.👍
It was , thank you for watching
Beautiful campgrounds!
It really is!
Weather looked absolutely perfect for a bike ride 😊 Hi, I’m also a T2 diabetic and a keen cyclist. Took up the sport 6 years ago this month. I’ve always struggled with nutrition on the bike but also struggled with blood sugar levels in general. I always thought I needed carbs and sugar on the bike for fueling and never thought to test and adjust while cycling. Hope to see more content soon ❤
I also started running about 6 months ago , it has also helped with my blood sugar. I sign up for a marathon in December of 24, I think it should take me about 6 hours ( I hope), so nutrition is gonna be a challenge. I’m hoping my crew ( my wife) can meet me through out the run to check my blood sugar . Thanks for watching and if you make a video let me know I’d love to watch it, good luck to you- stay safe .
I’m thing of getting the base Diverge E5. At 72 I haven’t ridden in 12 years but used to knock out 1000-1500 miles/year on the road. With your experience would you recommend this bike? Thanks
I have 3 other road bikes but this one is the most comfortable, it’s not light or have a lot of gears like my road bikes but it is comfortable, I put mine for sale but thinking of taking it off market place. I just have too many bikes. Thanks for watching and if you make a video let me know .
I like the stable pair to app. There also is a magnetic mount type, lithium battery powered (theft reasons)thanks for the real review.
Thanks for watching
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Thanks for watching
Yall so cool I can't wait to camp out that place !
Thank for watching, have fun , hope you catch a big one .