It’s Friday! So that means I’m linking up with the fabulous DC Trifecta Mar, Cynthia and Courtney
I am excited about the topic this week- 5 GOALS! We all need to have them and it is the perfect time for me to re-evaluate mine so here goes:
1. I need to be better about stretching. I preach it all the time and do really feel the difference when I stretch before and after runs. Lately, I’ve been slacking off a little and thinking I would just do it later. I know from experience that’s what gets me into trouble and allows little injuries to pop up. Time to focus on the torture devices. I just learned some new fabulous stretches while in Aspen-stay tuned for those coming soon.
2. Keep working on eating clean(er). I’ve been making a conscious effort to cut out processed foods and be more mindful of my food choices. I feel really good when I eat better. (duh?) It hasn’t been as hard as I thought but does require more planning. On the plus side, I’ve been doing way more cooking and creating more recipes of my own. I’ve also gotten tons of inspiration from Pinterest so thank you all for adding your amazing ideas.
3. Keep being smart and disciplined about running-I’ve mentioned a few times that I am coming back from my stress fracture injury. It’s so tempting to add extra runs in because my group is going out or there is a special running event or race going on. I know that for me to totally heal and not re-injure myself I have to only run 3 days a week for now. I’ve seen some of my friends make this same mistake of doing too much. I so don’t want to be hurt again so I am sticking to the plan.
4. Keep trying new things! I’m on vacation this week and trying to step out of the comfort zone (hard for me to do!) and do some new activities. I did a great TRX class this week and definitely felt some new muscles at work. I have some other fun activities planned for today as well-hope I don’t chicken out.
5. Keep my eye on the prize-I am training for my first Ragnar race in September. I’ve always thought only crazy people did these races and now I am one of them (almost). I am going to stick to my plan and hope to have a great race in 7 weeks. 7 weeks? Gotta RUN!
Those are some of my goals this week? What are yours?
Great goals Deborah! I am with you on #2 – I think I have been pretty good, sweets are my vice! While I love fruits, I also love cookies, cupcakes etc. I’ll prob be better about my eating when I return from vacation 🙂
Sweets are my vice too. I do have a little bit of chocolate everyday. It makes me happy! Have a great weekend!
These are great goals! I’m with you on #1 and 2 and I definately try all the time to make sure I’m doing both of them.
I only just started running again since surgery and I totally forgot to stretch and my legs have been insanely sore all week, so i’m definitely not forgetting again!
I know whenever I forget I always regret it!
Love all of these….
I hear you about stretching ! I know it prevents injury but sometimes I am just so lazy about it.
I have cut my running down to 2 times a week not to aggravate past injuries… once again, tempting to just get out there and run when I am feeling good, but its not a good long term plan!
For clean eating, I try to focus on changing only one thing at a time (no dessert after dinner, only one drink when we go out…). Little by little it all adds up.
Have a great vacation !
You are absolutely right little changes make a huge difference over time. Don’t forget to stretch this weekend 🙂
Maybe I can borrow your goals 🙂 They’re very similar to mine. Trying new things is always a challenge for me…..but eyes on the prize, stretching, eating well and training smart always pay off! Happy Friday!
I think they are similar goals for all of us so feel free to borrow! Have a great weekend!
Stretching is SO important! I would do it EVERY day when I wasn’t running. Know that I am running again I often feel like I don’t have time (or I just get lazy) nd don’t do it as often as I should.
Ah well that’s when I get into trouble! Hope this reminded you too!
Good luck training for Ragnar! I would love to do one, but I don’t know how I’d do during the night…I think I’m getting too old for those crazy events! LOL!
And yes, I need to stretch more!
I don’t know how I am going to run at night either. I’ve never done it. I’m hoping that the adrenaline will just kick in! Have a great weekend! Oh and you’re not old bc then I would be! 🙂
I am glad you are being smart with the running, coming back from injury is a dangerous time, but you can do it 🙂 I think stretching and rolling will help prevent injuries too. I have noticed a huge difference since I have been doing yoga flexibility a few times a week. Have a wonderful weekend….first goal for me is to survive 35 mins of hills this morning!
Hope you survived your hills! Yes it is hard to say no to extra runs when my friends are doing them but I really need to stay injury free and that means missing runs sometimes. Happy Friday!
I totally feel ya on the stretching & rolling thing. I’m good about the stretching, but the foam rolling is my downfall. Must. Make. Priority.
Ragnar races are the bomb!!!! I have done a few and had an absolute blast!!! Which one are you doing?
Yes foam rolling really helps me a lot. I am doing the DC race in September. Any advice you have is welcome!
Great goals, Deborah! I hear ya on the eating cleaner goal. Recently, that has been a huge focus of mine since we ate so much junk during our move. Summer is perfect for all of the delicious fruits and veggies, and we’ve definitely been enjoying figuring out new recipes to help keep us focused on eating nutritious meals.
I know I love grilling all the veggies and the summer fruit is amazing. It is hard when you move. Hope you are all settled in!
I love trying new things – keeps me so energized. And the stretching – gotta get better at that!
Yes we all need to be better on the stretching! I always regret it when I let it slide. Another fun Friday Five thanks for hosting!
We are also working on cutting out processed foods, its a work in progress!
It is a process but I think small changes make a big difference over time. Thanks for dropping by and have a great weekend 🙂
You’ve got some great goals! Kudos on healthy eating…it’s such a commitment! Good luck on training for Ragnar, I would love to do it one day!
Thanks and yes I’ve always been a pretty healthy eater but I am trying to go less processed foods. They taste better too. Have a great weekend
I’m awful at stretching before work outs too!
I find it makes such a difference for me when I do. Have a great weekend!
Great goals! I definitely need to be better about stretching. I used to be so good about it, but I’ve been slacking lately.
I always regret it when I start slacking on stretching! Happy Friday
Great list! I’ve always been intrigued by the Ragnar races. Look forward to reading your recap to find out how it is!
It is exciting! I used to think only crazy people did those and now I am one of them-almost 🙂
ahhh stretching. i am just SO bad at it. i don’t know why i struggle with just getting it done!
Training smarter is definitely a goal of mine. And a relay! I’m doing my first in early September. Can’t wait!
I’m excited for the Relay too-definitely a different experience
Which Ragnar leg are you running?
I’m doing the DC race are you doing it too?
Yes! It looks like I’ll be runner #7 for our team.
awesome! Hope we run into your team at some point. I am runner 1
Love these goals! I need to be consistent about stretching too!
It makes a huge difference for me!
Stretching is something I vastly underestimate. I can’t believe how tight my muscles are until I stop and really take time to stretch. I’ve been doing this video lately and love it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDQNqZMv1V0#t=2793
ooh thanks for sharing! I will try it out and yes under rated for sure
These are awesome goals! I definitely like goal #1, I need to foam roll and stretch more after running! I think I’m going to try to incorporate a post-run yoga stretch sequence into my routine, hopefully that will help. Good luck with your goals!
Yes I do love the foam rolling! Hope you had a great weekend
I really love ALL of these!!! They are such great points and goals, and things I need to work on myself. Thank you for sharing, and for the motivation!! 🙂
Thanks for stopping by! Have a great rest of your weekend 🙂
Those are all great goals! I need to work on stretching! That is my number one goal right now! I know it is good for me and my muscles and I don’t want ay injuries! Happy Sunday!
Yes I definitely need to practice what I preach!
Wonderful goals! I’m working on eating clean as well 🙂
I do better some days than others. It just takes planning for me.Thanks for stopping by!
Love this! Whenever I travel I try to find new classes to take- always a fun experience to try something different. I need to stretch more often as well- thanks for the reminder 🙂
I had a blast taking new classes last week-great motivation
Seven weeks until Ragnar? Oh boy, that’s sneaking up on us, isn’t it?
Good advice to us all about not over-doing it as we come back from injuries!
Thanks it is hard to always back off but really important
Ive been slacking on my stretching and need to be better about it (especially since long runs have increased). I do like your goal of trying new things!
stretching makes a huge difference! Trying new things is always fun
Stretching will always be on a goal list for me, not sure why I can’t stay consistent. And great job sticking to the 3 days a week plan. That is why I love the Run Less Run Faster plan. It is a bummer to hold back on MRTT runs though, I’m with you there!
Stretching makes all of the difference for sure! Yes it is hard to hold back on the group runs. I love my girls
Great goals! Which Ragnar race are you doing? That type of race is definitely on my bucket list!
I am doing the DC/MD race in September. I am really excited I’ve never done anything like it.
Great goals! I’m also trying to eat healthier, which indeed calls for more planning. Good luck with your Ragnar training – those look like really fun races, and I hope to complete one some day soon 🙂