Training Log Archive: iansmith

Fifth and final squash session of Squash 1 class at Hart House! I have improved considerably, but I still have far to go. I'm not certain yet how seriously I'll take squash - I think the lateral acceleration and quickness the sport requires is suitable cross training for orienteering and can promote stability. I have a good group of people (including a post-doc, my squash class partner Laleh) in my department who play squash, so it could be a great social activity. The squash courts at Hart House are also ~800m from my lab.

The teacher, Megan, was an experienced player from undergrad. Her lessons were helpful, and I think I learned the most when rallying with her. In our final rally today, she made me run around the court like a marionnette; I got a few good hits in and made her move, but she clearly has far superior control.

C • Squash 3

C • Ontario Election 2

Run home. Garmin died a bit near the end, but I bopped around Cedarvale checking stuff out.

Peak speed: 43.8 kph. On my commute. Bahahahahahaha.

Bike home via Christie Pits Park with some detours. Hills were encountered. Riding speedybike again is unbelievably glorious.

C • Christie Pits 2