February has been a whirlwind of a month and has really just flown by. I am joining in for February Runfessions, the Friday Five and the Weekly Wrap all in one today. So lets get right to it.
February Runfessions
I Runfess...I have run less mileage this month than I have in a long time and I am okay with that. If you have been reading my weekly wraps the last week weeks, you would know that I’ve switched up my workouts and temporarily dropped my running to 2 days a week. Instead I am doing lots more cardio in the form of swimming, biking and elliptical.
I Runfess… A few weeks ago I absolutely hated my new plan and desperately missed my run time. Fast forward a few weeks and I am feeling stronger and a little lighter. I agree with my trainer that my body needed to mix things up a bit and get in better shape for the upcoming tri season.
I Runfess…I am savoring this February weather we have been having. I don’t think I’ve ever taken my bike out in February. I am just loving it and hope it lasts. I bet come this summer we will all be complaining about how hot and humid it is. But for now, it’s just bliss.
I Runfess…We just found we hit the lottery! The Ragnar lottery. Running in California has always been on my bucket list and we just found out we will be running from San Francisco to Napa Valley this November. How exciting is that?!
I Runfess…I have not taken a day off for a few weeks now. I know not good but it just kind of happened. I am visiting my daughter at school this weekend and looking forward to a fun mother/daughter sorority weekend. Stay tuned for some fun pics all weekend on Instagram. We follow each other right?
I front loaded this week’s workouts as I knew I would be traveling. Here’s the “run down”:
Sunday-outdoor biking 75 minutes
Monday-30 minutes elliptical, 1 hours strength training, 45 minutes bike
Tuesday- 4 mile run, 1250 yard swim, 1 hour bike
Wednesday- 30 minute elliptical, 1.5 hour strength training/kickboxing
Thursday-50 min spin bike + travel day
Friday-Rest day!
Saturday- Hot yoga on the plan
What do you have to Runfess this month? Do you have a hard time taking rest days?
When Im not following a training plan I have a hard time taking rest days. Ive actually noticed Ive been more sore lately as I have been doing more strength training. But instead of resting, I do something different the next day (like if my arms are sore Ill ride the bike). I try to keep Sunday as either a rest day or a really light day of yoga or walking, and that seems to work pretty well.
I have been doing the same but I know I need the rest days too
I am loving this unseasonably warm February as well! I have always wanted to go to San Francisco and Napa Valley. I bet that Ragnar race will be a blast!
Have a great mother/daughter weekend!
Thanks so far so good and yes Ragnar should be amazing
I runfess that as much as I love running, I’m ok with the month off that starts today. Then again, ask me again at the halfway point! YAY for Ragnar!
You know it’s good to take time off sometimes and then really miss it and be raring to go
I’m glad that you are feeling better about your new routine!
That’s so awesome about the Ragnar race. Doing a Ragnar race is definitely a bucket list item for me!
They are such a blast hope you have a chance to do one
It has been such a nice week! I bet mixing it up will help your feet and such! Keep us posted with how it goes and have a fabulous weekend.
Thanks so much!
I have no problem with rest days at all. In fact, I wish I could squeeze more of them in!
San Fran to Napa . . . how beautiful. But the hills! Oy! The hills!
I know it will be really hilly but I am not even going to think about that until September
Enjoy spending time with your daughter! It should be a great weekend! And if you need a filler for Napa let me know. I’m a much better replacement than I am a planner and I’d love to travel a couple hundred miles with you! 🙂
Yes will absolutely keep you in mind if we need a sub for Ragnar
Love these! You’re doing a lot of good work for your tri.
Hmmmm. I runfess: I really hate strength work but I know it’s good for me so I suck it up and do it anyway. I know I should be more positive about it. Working on this.
Yes, isn’t this weather crazy-great? I live in Philly and it’s going to be 75 today. I ran in shorts and a short-sleeved shirt early this morning.
I really enjoy strength training too and see great results from it
I have lower mileage this month too cuz i was sick.It was tough not running. But it’s best to not push yourself.
Enjoy your time with your daughter.
Good luck with your new plan.
Running in Napa = bucket list
You to listen to your body especially when you are sick
Congrats on hitting the Ragnar Napa lottery- that’s awesome! It’s on my bucket list, hopefully I can cross it off next year 🙂
I am beyond excited for it!
Ah…. haven’t done a Ragnar… part of me wants to and part doesn’t…. I guess I’d only want to do it if I could get my favorite people to run with to do it.
Yes it’s all about having your friends along for the ride. Great girl bonding
So glad your new plan is working out for you! I rarely take rest days at home, but my schedule for my ski trip has two “rest” days on our travel days. I think three days of skiing will be enough!
It will be a blast! Enjoy
That Ragnar race sounds GREAT!
I know so excited!
February has been outstanding in terms of weather! That said, wicked overnight t’storms have turned to full-on snow. Back to reality I guess. Congrats on scoring a Ragnar spot. That’ll be amazing!
Wow you are back to snow?!
I agree with you I’m loving the warm weather right now but in 3 months it will only be June it’s sure going to make for a long hot summer!
Yes soon we can complain about the hot weather
My mom’s in town for the weekend too! It makes it quite difficult to focus on the rest of work when I just want it to be over for the day.
Aw sweet! Hope you have a great weekend together
I really would LOVE to run a Ragnar. But….. I am NOT a night owl – I need my sleep so badly and get super cranky without it. I’m not sure I’d be a good Ragnar buddy. But, maybe someday. I bet that one will be fantastic!
I need my sleep as well but honestly it’s only one night you can do it
Oh wow! That Ragnar sounds incredible! Can’t wait to follow you through that. Sounds like this high cardio/less running plan is working…I’ve been doing the same type of workout while I’m trying to get my feet adjusted to these new orthotics. Like you, as much as I miss my long runs, I can tell that my body is responding better to the variation of workouts.
Hope you are having a blast with your college girl!
We are having so much fun thanks! Yes variety of workouts is key for me too
TERRIBLE time with rest days. I just don’t take them, and I know that’s not good! I have been outside on my bike 9 times this month!!! Totally unheard of in February in Indiana! But I’m loving it 🙂
Wow 9 times that’s fabulous! I am loving all of this early biking
I love Cali!!! That will be a really fun Ragner Race. Will you have time to sight see/vacation at all?
Yes I hope so! Hopefully we will have time to stay in Napa for a few days
How fun to do Ragnar in Napa Valley!!! Unless, of course, you aren’t going to drink some wine….
Ha I am sure there will be some wine involved afterwards. This is one that my husband can come along on too which is great
February has flown by and not just because it’s a couple days shorter than other months. You’ve had an awesome month of running and working out with all the beautiful weather you’ve had!
Yes definitely!
I don’t have a hard time taking active recovery days…but I do struggle with ZERO activity days. I don’t need 60-minutes of intense cardio daily, but I do like to be active. The struggle is real,,,,
OH yes right there with you!
I’m terrible with rest days… I get too antsy! I am trying to make myself take today off and just do some yoga. Which starts in 45 mins. I should really get dressed. LOL!
I get antsy too!
Congrats on Ragnar! Running from San Fran to Napa should be a lot of fun!
It will be I am psyched
I look forward to rest days but half way thru I do get that feeling that I am being lazy 🙂 Ragnar Napa? I am jealous! I runfess!
I have the same problem!
I am loving this amazing weather and feb! It makes me want to sign up for a race!!
I know it’s been crazy good!
Unfortunately, I rarely have a hard time taking a rest day. If I don’t workout first thing when I wake-up, I can easily get distracted on the computer or watching TV.
Congrats on winning the Ragnar lottery!!
Thanks I am really excited about it!
I runfess I’ll be running lower mileage as I return from my running time off but will fill in with cycling. A Ragnar event from San Fran to Napa sounds incredible. You will have so much fun. I’ve never run in California. It too is on my list. I hope you had a wonderful weekend visiting you daughter. Our college son was home. I put him to work helping me in the yard. Thanks for linking, Deb!
It’s so hard having a college student away from home isn’t it?!
Oh, I am jealous of your nice weather! It is still very much winter here. :-/
And the SF to Napa Ragnar sounds awesome!!! I would love to do a Ragnar someday.
I am very excited about Ragnar and should be a blast to run in California
It sounds like your workouts are going great! And your pics…you look fantastic 🙂
Congrats on Napa! What an amazing experience…I’ll have to live through you ladies!
I am so psyched for Napa!
How exciting Deborah about doing the Ragnar in CA! That is simply going to be amazing. I have so wanted to do a Ragnar, I am slowly crossing off items so I hope before I get off this train I can get in a Ragnar!
Oh it’s a definite must race like nothing else!