I don't even remember when the last weekend was that didn't involve a lot of miles. It's so much hard NOT to run than push to run long and hard. I wish I could have stayed resting in bed all the time, like Cookie did. Instead, I crossed trained every day and did strength training. … Continue reading Non-running weekend
February workout, books, movies, favorites
Workout Miles run: 222 Strength: 10 sessions Yoga: 8 session While total mileage increased only 2 miles, it felt more intense as LR's got to 20 miles and more specific workouts. Yet, I felt strong, confident, and recovered quickly. Until the ankle issue came up. Hopefully will settle quickly and affects little to my overall … Continue reading February workout, books, movies, favorites
5 on Friday: pausing running for few days
This week has been hectic at work and with running so I skipped midweek post. I had my first speed workout this Wednesday and it was TOUGH! This is my face when I finished. It was raining, and I was soaked and felt exhausted by the end. Yet, I did the workout well, 13.9 miles … Continue reading 5 on Friday: pausing running for few days
Weekend sport and food
We had an amazing weekend!!! I totally forgot "the disappointment" at work, rather fully embrace and live fully my life now, here. Saturday morning the whole family went to girls swimming time trials, my favorite parent moment at school. Lizzy is definitely getting better at swimming. She PRed in all 4 styles, 25 meters swims, … Continue reading Weekend sport and food
5 on Friday: dealing with disappointment and fun groceries run
Something that I was hoping to happen is not happening, job wise, and that was something I had to deal with this week. I went out for a run right after the news came, which helped to process it. It was a combination of relief (the waiting was over), disappointment, and self doubt. Yet, I … Continue reading 5 on Friday: dealing with disappointment and fun groceries run
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