Things Thanks for joining me and Kim for the weekly run down. This week, I am ready to start tapering for NYC and babying a few little niggles to make sure that they don’t get worse. I have some on and off plantar pain in my right heel. Some days it bothers me some days it doesn’t. It was not happy after last Sunday’s long run.
Monday- core + upper body strength + Peloton + stretching
My feet were sore upon waking this morning but felt a lot better after walking around and working out. My annoyance today- I found out that I cannot use my Orange Mud hydration pack at my NYC race. I understand and very much appreciate security protocols to keep runners safe. However, I don’t really see a difference between a waist pack vs a backpack style. Anyway, I got rid of my waist packs years ago. I am off to road runner sports to try a few on.
Tuesday- 4 mile run + stretch
My foot felt much better today and so did I. My warm-up is always super slow as it takes me a good 20 min to warm up and find my stride. I am loving the mid-run strides to mix it up. Always nice to have my squad along!
The wind was insane this afternoon blowing up to 30 mph. I was outside trying to film this IG reel in shorts and my tripod blew over twice! Things we do for the gram. LOL
Wednesday- core + mobility + upper body strength + stretching
A little bit of everything today. I am starting to cut back on the intensity a bit with the half in 10 days. Things felt good today and celebrated International Women’s Day with Brooks. I love how much this company gives back to so many charities.
Thursday- 5.5 mile run + stretch
Today’s interval run went pretty well. My heel is feeling a lot better. I did take a few walk breaks for water and fuel but all good. It was so windy and cold again at the start but the sun was shining. We are definitely blowing through this week!
I had a nice lunch with my mom today. She was away for 4 weeks so we had a lot to catch up on!
Friday- core + full body strength + yoga and stretch
I was not really feeling it today but getting it done ✅
Saturday-Rest day + stretch and mobility
While technically a rest day, I did help my son move into his new apartment. We will be empty nesters again!
Sunday- 8 mile run on the plan
Tapering for the NYC half next weekend! It was such a windy and much colder week. We were definitely blowing through it. Just when you think it’s spring!
Good luck with your 8 miles!! And the taper. I can’t believe it’s almost race day! as always, I love all the colorful workout clothes!
I cannot believe it either!
Enjoy the taper.
Hope your heel pain goes away.
Looking forward to meeting up on Sat and cheering you on Sunday.
It’s a touch of PF so I am doing what I can. I will make it! See you soon
I’m so sorry about the heel pain. I hope it stays calm for your race. And yes, this weather is all over the place!
It is a little bit of PF some days are more annoying than others. I will make it through!
Sorry about the heel pain. I hope it resolves before your race. Since our “snow event” we’ve been below normal temperatures and I’m not happy about that. Bring on spring!
I sure thought it was spring and some days it really is 🙂
I hope those niggles STFU (as Hannah Frankson would say). Your training has gone so well, you should have a great race!
I’m sure you have mixed feelings on the empty nest, but it sounds like he will be pretty close?
I hope they go away too. It’s a touch of PF so some days it is more annoying than others. Hoping todays run goes well. Yes, it is always hard to let them go but he is literally 3 miles away 🙂
I hope you can keep your PF pain at a minimal and it doesn’t rear its ugly head during your upcoming races.
I love that North Face jacket you’re wearing in Tuesday’s picture!
Me too it is minor but annoying none the less. I love that jacket too I have it in 2 colors. They don’t make it anymore
My PF was localized in my heel(s) as well. It wasn’t too bothersome running, but walking was painful. I hope yours mellows out. What is with this nutzo weather? We got hit with another crazy snow storm yesterday…
It is minor at this point and I hope to keep it that way! No telling what the weather will be in 2 weeeks
That IS a bummer about the hydration vest. As you know, I love mine so much (the single one!) and it’s the only thing I’ve found that I really don’t even notice while I’m running. You’ll have to let us know if you find a good alternative.
UGH, not plantar fasciitis. Just keep stretching- maybe you foot is just getting adjusted to the longer distances. And I’m excited that your race is a week away! Enjoy your taper.
I know I have been using the vest for 3 years! My waist pack was not terrible today so I guess I will make do!
That’s a shame about the backpack ban, I’m sure a race I’ve done has done that, although I find a waist belt more comfortable anyway (I love the Salomon ones but they’re expensive).
I tried on a few but some did not fit my larger phone which I like to have. I will make do!
Hope those PF niggles stay away. You’ve had a good training cycle – enjoy your taper!
Thanks Michelle!
I haven’t ever worn a vest during a race, but I can see how its helpful to use what you’re used to in training- and to have your phone!
Did I see that Meta isn’t paying for reels anymore? Will you still focus on them as much? I wonder if that means the algorithm will change too.
Good luck at the race, you are ready and will rock it! Have fun!
I was definitely used to my vest but I will be ok! Hoping that IG static posts start to come back more creating reels takes a lot of time!
Yay for the mother & daughter reunion! Glad to hear that the foot seems to be feeling better.
I did know from Cari’s posts that hydration vests aren’t permitted in NYC. That would be a problem for me, too!
I was just used to running w my vest so I had a last minute panic. I will be ok!
Great pic with your mom.
Love the tights with the shamrock shoes. That is my kind of attire as you well know
Glad the foot felt better as the week went on
It was a lot better today-I will make it! 🙂
So excited for you!
One day I will get there!
Love that you had a nice time with your mom! And best of luck to your son in his new place!
Weird that they allow waist packs and not backpacks. I don’t like wearing either – if I have to take something, it’s a handheld.
and I cannot do a handheld for 2+ hours! We all are so different w that 🙂
You are so ready for this race!! How exciting! Bubble wrap time 🙂 Hugs on being empty nesters. I have recently created a Pinterest board of places I want to go and things to do when our son leaves for college. I need to focus on something for the big change. Best of luck on your race. I’ll be cheering you on from Ohio!
we have been traveling a lot more as well the last few years. It’s fun! I am excited about NYC and a little nervous
You are more than ready for this race! Also enjoy the taper time – it’s my favorite part of any training cycle, lol.
It makes me so nervous!
Sounds like a solid week (and good running weather!). Good luck on your race!
Yes it all kind of went down hill from there. if you read my post from last weekend you can get the story