thanks for joining me and Kim for the Weekly Run Down. Hello November! This is one of my favorite months of the year and I am looking forward to the great fall weather, birthdays, and of course having the kids home for Thanksgiving. Here’s a peek into my week.
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Sunday-power walk + stretch
After a nice sleep in (thank you time change), I headed out for a very fall like power walk with a friend. Too busy chatting and taking in the fall views to snap a pic.
Monday-core + chest and triceps strength + power walk
I was ready to take on week 3 of Katie’s split today with a tough chest and triceps day. Just as I was heading out for my post strength walk, my daughter called and before I knew, 3 miles passed by. Later, I went to visit my parents.
Tuesday-Pilates reformer class
I’m continuing to enjoy adding in Pilates reformer classes into my weekly routine. I spent the rest of the day doing a bunch of stuff around the house and feeling productive.
Wednesday-legs and core + power walk
Today’s workout was extra tough and didn’t feel my best but that’s par for the course. Every workout is not amazing. Later, it was mahjong Wednesday where it was fun to win on a hand I had not tried before.
Thursday-rest day + stretch
I was super sore this week for some reason and decided to take a mid week rest day. This definitely helped me get a ton of stuff done. Never regret taking rest when needed.
Friday-biceps, back & core strength + tread hike + power walk
what a difference a day makes! Today’s workout was great and I felt super strong. I hopped on the treadmill afterwards for a short hike and then met a friend for a nice long walk in the afternoon. The new earlier daylight is not my favorite.
Saturday -Pilates reformer class
I went to a great afternoon Pilates reformer class. It was very fall like today with leaves blowing everywhere and the perfect day to get a lot done around the house.
And that ends the first week of November! Looking forward to a fun month ahead.
I like that you didn’t hesitate to take a rest day when you felt extra sore. Sometimes a day of rest is better for the body than forcing it!
That mother-daughter phone call on Monday certainly must have been interesting!
I’ve learned the hard way that there is noting to lose and everything to gain by taking a rest day
It’s always good to listen to your body! I used to feel guilty about taking a rest day, but not anymore. I hope your parents are doing ok. The drama never ends with mine.
Indeed the drama never ends with mine either. That is just how it is going to be. I’ve learned the hard way that ther is nothing to lose and everything to gain by taking an extra rest day
We had just great weather this week! Nice that you were able to get so many walks in — with so many friends!
Congrats on the Mahjong win!
Yes I really love this time of year for that. I plan to keep up my walks as often as possible through the winter
It’s always good to listen to your body – something that’s hard for me, but I did last month when I had bronchitis.
My running girlfriends want to learn to play Mahjong. We plan to talk about it when we meet for dinner next week. I’m not really a game person so we’ll see if it’s my thing. Is it a game that requires a lot of focus or can you chat and just casually play?
Ha both! There is a learning curve to get the rules down. It’s vest to have a few lessons for your group to learn. Now we have lots of chit chat!
One of our friends is going to hook us up with her childhood BFF who owns a Mahjong studio/boutique. I think the plan is to start with a few lessons.
Yay! I hope you enjoy it too
nice job listening to your body and taking a rest day! why is it so hard to do that? and congrats on the Mahjong win! I have so many friends that play, but I haven’t attempted yet. you always make it look so fun.
I used to be that way about rest days too but not anymore! I need my body to cooperate for the next few decades
Yes, you’ll never regret taking a rest day. Glad it did the trick. It sounds like you had a lovely fall-like week! I love November as well.
I n ever regret a rest day when my body needs one
Sometimes we just need a rest day! Coming back feeling super strong makes it worth it.
Looks like you have some beautiful fall conditions there!
I agree!
Congrats on the mj win. I’ve been on a losing streak but finally won a game last night.
It definitely happens!
A bunch of us tried getting into a Mahjong class & it sold-out almost immediately! It’s on my must-do list; it sounds so fun! Happy Bday week!
It is quite popular right now!
Congrats on the mahjong win! That extra rest day was a good choice. A walk & talk session with the kids is my favorite! I do miss taking neighborhood walks with my son but appreciate having a way to stay in touch when we’re apart.
Yes the walk and talks with the kids is a great way to catch up