Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down. The beginning of the week was tough around DC with the heat wave. Thankfully, I got a short reprieve for a few days. My husband had a conference to attend out in Colorado so I tagged along for a long weekend in Aspen.
Weekly Run Down- A weekend in Aspen
Monday- 45 min All For One Peloton class + 10 min core
My trainer is out of town this week so I skipped my strength training sesh. Oops. My arms were sore from the stand up paddle the day before. Dealt with a leaking bathroom sink in the afternoon.
Tuesday- 3.25 run/walk + 10 Min + 15 min swim
It was really rough out there this morning with the blazing sun and high humidity. Had to take many walk and water breaks. Strategically planned to finish our run back my house so we could jump into the pool. Worth the big hill we had to run up! Swam laps for about 15 min. afterwards.
Wednesday-30 min Peloton bike + 10 min core + 2.5 mile walk
This week has been brutal with temps in the high 90’s. I was glad to have my indoor bike workout. A friend did convince me to go for a walk for iced tea late morning and it was a scorcher.
Thursday- Travel to Aspen
A long travel day from DC to Aspen, Colorado but sure worth it for these views. Looking forward to some quality time with my husband while enjoying the mountain air.
Friday- yoga atop Aspen mountain
So much to say about this yoga experience that I think I will do a separate post next week. This class required taking a 20 min gondola ride up to the top of Aspen mountain. 12,000 feet up! To say this took my breath away literally would be an understatement. This special class had live music and a DJ. The views are just majestic and awe inspiring. One of my MRTT friends was here so we got to practice together. There was a wedding earlier so lots of flowers to add to the view.
Saturday- hiking Maroon Bells and Crater Lake
The hubs and I enjoyed a terrific just under 4 mile hike around Maroon Bells and Crater Lake. (Well I enjoyed he may have just come along for me.) The views were just breathtaking. It was fun to still see snow atop some of the mountains. Nothing like mountain air!
Sunday- White Water Rafting
We have a white water rafting trip on the Roaring Fork River planned for this afternoon. I look forward to sharing more photos from our trip later this week. See you tomorrow for Meatless Monday! Thanks for linking up today.
The weather was so uncomfortable this week 🙁 I am glad that the heatwave will be over soon. Hope you are enjoying Aspen!
Can’t wait to hear how you enjoyed the white water rafting!
I was sure glad to miss the worst half of the heat wave!
Aaaah! Enjoy that crisp mountain air! What a stunning place for a wedding!
I am soaking it all in and trying to find out how to bring it back!
I think I say this every week, but WOW you get in some great varied workouts. It’s so inspirational for me – all I ever find time to do is run! And that Aspen mountaintop is so gorgeous. Definitely love the view!
Thanks! You know I really don’t love summer running so I try to balance out my workouts to stay in shape
Looks like a wonderful trip! And it’s probably the only place with no humidity. Enjoy your trip!
Seriously I think we picked the best weekend to be away!
What a fun getaway with the hubby! Your pics are amazing. I’ll be curious to hear about your rafting trip…a co-worker has a daughter in CO for the summer (not sure what city), but she’s working for a company that hosts rafting trips. She’s one of the guides in the raft with the people.
We are having a great time it’s going to be hard to come tomorrow. I should have stayed longer! The rafting was fantastic we had a fun time out there
What wonderful views and a lovely week doing different activities. We have a mini heat wave tomorrow but you’ll all laugh at my paltry 80 degrees, won’t you!
Well I won’t laugh but the upper 90’s were pretty unbearable. Anything over 80 is uncomfortable to run in for sure.
Those Aspen shots are gorgeous! There’s nothing like getting out in nature to revive the mind and body. I can only imagine how incredible and serene the yoga class was.
I am loving all of the out door activities we have had the chance to do this week
Sounds like an awesome weekend. My husband actually likes to hike (short ones) because photography is his hobby — otherwise I doubt I’d ever get him out there.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
I am not sure my husband actually “enjoyed” the hike but I sure did. We have had a great few days here and it’s going to be hard to come home tomorrow
Absolutely stunning scenery in Colorado Deborah! Hope you have an amazing time white water rafting!
The scenery is incredible and yes we loved the rafting trip today
I’ve skied Aspen but never been there during the summer – looks so beautiful! Can’t wait to hear about your rafting adventure!
I have been skiing here as well and I have to say, it’s even more beautiful in the summer time. I am loving all the outdoor activities
What a lovely trip to Aspen! It’s so beautiful there. And lots of fun creative ways to get in your fitness too!
It is so beautiful here and I am loving all the outdoor fitness options
I absolutely adore Colorado! It’s just so beautiful. There’s something to do outside all year round, too. I would LOVE to do some mountain top yoga! Sounds like you had a great week!
There is something to do here all year around! It is just gorgeous and will be hard to leave
It sounds like you’re having a wonderful time – the air looks so clean and crisp! I hope you enjoyed your white water rafting trip.
Thanks for the linkup!
The air was cool and fresh and just what I needed for a few days. It is going to be hard to come home tomorrow
I am so jealous of your trip to Aspen. You really had great timing on that. It looks gorgeous – -a great reminder that the mountains are not just for skiing! Now that I’ve been to your house, I know the big hill of which you speak – definitely earn a jump in the pool after that!
Having such an amazing time. There is so much to do here. I am going to have a hard time leaving tomorrow. Yes the hills by my house are tough!
A weekend in Aspen sounds awesome! We leave for Colorado on Friday. I can’t wait!!! My oldest son lives in Steamboat Springs, so we are visiting his family for our grandson’s 4th birthday. I don’t know if you ran while you were in CO, but the altitude really bothers me while I am out there.
Well I am glad that I am not the only one because I tried to run this morning and it really did not go well. Ended up mostly walking. The altitude really bothers me as well and I can’t seem to catch my breath. Hope you have a fantastic trip the weather is amazing!
So fun! One of our local ski mountains has a mountain top yoga session every week. It’s no 12000 feet but sure is pretty!
It’s fun to do things outside all the time that I normally don’t have a chance to
What perfect timing to escape the heat and humidity! The views there look amazing. Hope you enjoy the rest of your trip!
It was perfect timing indeed!
Looks like you all had a great time in Aspen! I’ve never been there but it’s on my list to see some day. It was a good time for a getaway as it was pretty miserable around here with the heat.
It was a great few days to be away from DC for sure!
I love the “Have a Strong Day” sentiment. So true and so helpful.
Looks like a gorgeous getaway – Colorado scenery always amazes me
The scenery is breathtaking!
Aspen looks like the perfect place to be on a hot week like this!
It was pretty picture perfect!
Those views are amazing!!! White water rafting scares me. I was scared when I went kayaking in Alaska. 🙂
Really!? Kayaking in Alaska was so peaceful but the rafting is a lot more intense.
So stunning! I have not yet visited Colorado but man would I love it! Those views are just gorgeous!
Active vacations are kind of the best. You get to see and do so much.
Cannot beat the mountain views! I love getting out there and doing different activities
I haven’t made it out to Aspen yet, but really want to get there now. It looks amazing!! Colorado is one of my favorite places in the US. So beautiful all year round. Fun that those flowers were there, and your friend was too!
It is so beautiful all year around. Definitely hard to come home!