Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for joining Kim and me today for the Weekly Run Down. I am still on a little bit of a running high this week knock on wood. Let’s get right to it. Here’s a peek into my week of workouts.
For the love of running
Monday- 6 mile run + core + stretch class
Yesterday’s run was pushed to today due to the snow. My running buddy and I were eager to get out and celebrate our LOVE of running.
Tuesday-6 mile run + core + stretch
A rare back to back run day for me! Feeling the LOVE of running.
Wednesday-10 min hip strength + 20 min core + 20 min upper body + 20 min glutes + stretch + elliptical
A fitting it all in Wednesday workout. Opted for the elliptical today instead of cycle.
Thursday- 6 mile run + core + stretch
The weather was not as bad as predicted (a common theme around here). We had a little wet snow and sleet mix but got it done.
Friday- Rest Day with core and stretch
I had a full physical today with a new doctor that I had to fast for. They did everything! Eye check, hearing check, blood work, EKG, and an “Inbody” scan. First, I was so hungry because I am used to eating breakfast thing! I was really nervous about the InBody scan because it measures muscle mass, fat, and where it is on your body and also shows you if you have any imbalances, etc. It was much better than I expected and I was really happy with what I saw. Resting heart rate nice and low. Just what every runner likes to see. Yup, need some reading glasses. Anyway, by the time I got home and shoved all the food in my face, I decided to just take a rest day. I did do my 10 min daily core and 10 mn stretch.
Saturday-20 m core + 20 m upper body + stretch + 20 min yoga
Did not want to overdo it today because I am planning my long run tomorrow. A great mix of strength and yoga today.
Sunday- On the plan Kiss My Mask Virtual 14K
An ice storm yesterday has thwarted my 14K for today. With no interest in doing it on the treadmill, I am planning for Tuesday. Off to the Peloton for today!
[In case you missed my Valentine’s Day love letter take a look at how Running is Like The Best Boyfriend Ever]
I am in kind of a “for the love of running” mood again this week. Perfect for Valentine’s Day! When I am in a place where running feels good, everything else seems to flow and click too. (The opposite is true as well for me) Anyone else find this as well?
Great week! I had a funny one as we had a lot of snow (for us!) at the start of the week and a day where it would have been OK to go but I’d already cancelled and arranged my day without a run, so I ended up running weds/thu/fri, something I don’t think I’ve ever done (but I was OK). Managed in big windchills so just dull and damp and a bit less cold today will be just fine. I love your joy!
It’s been challenging weather wise and sometimes you just have to take advantage when you can
Great week for you and I’m so glad everything checked out well at the doc. I marvel at your snow-free pics while my mom sends me pics of what’s happening in Chicago. You’d love the tank for my ZOOMA challenge that ends today. It says For the Love of Running!
Yes, you won’t get snowy running photos from me! No trips to the docs, though, you might have seen I got some meds re-prescribed and picked up but they’re ongoing ones. No appointments available so I’d better not need the doctor!
It has been challenging with the weather for sure. My daughter is enjoying her first snowy Chicago winter
Bummer on the 14K! I would have zero enthusiasm about treadmilling that, too. It’s snowing again, and now we’re in the -30F’s with wind chill. Ugh. Stay warm & Happy Valentines Day!
No it’s not a treadmill type of run for me. I will get it done on Tuesday
I was in that ‘everything feels good running place’ in January and then this stupid cold snow thing arrived. Boo! I hope that ‘the everything feels good’ comes back when we warm back up! Stay safe!
It does feel good when it feels good! I hope yours comes back soon too
Such a bummer that you had to reschedule your virtual race to Tuesday. The ice storm definitely messed up a lot of things yesterday. Thankfully, our son and his fiancée were able to move from Arlington to Reston without any issues (yay for being closer to us!).
Now that we’ve had our snow, I’m ready for spring!
Thanks for the linkup and have a great week!
That will be nice for all of you to be so close!
Glad running has been going so well for you! The weather has really been tricky yesterday and last night’s ice was crazy!
Ugh ice is the worst! Other than that, yes running is feeling good right now
Yep, running is totally a state of mind mirror here too. So glad we’re both loving the runs right now. I think I truly discovered my love of winter running this year because it’s the first without any pain. Knock wood.
Glad all went well with your physical. I’d be getting anxiety hangry too.
I can’t remember if I posted about it, but I just trialed a pair of bifocals. Nope! Not for vanity reasons, but I could not get comfortable with the reading part, so will get standard readers.
I hear the bifocals are hard to get used to. I think I will stick w the basic readers as well although I should probably make sure I am using the right prescription. Yes, injury free running is the best feeling ever! Enjoy it
Sorry that the ice storm derailed your virtual race for today but glad that you will be able to get it in on Tuesday! I don’t blame you for not wanting to do that distance on the treadmill! We didn’t get a lot of ice this past week, just really cold and lots of snow.
We have the in body scans at my OTF studio. I can do then once a month but I don’t do them that often. I love that they show muscle mass and body fat percentage. I like looking at those numbers vs just the number on the scale.
Yes I agree on the inbody machine. It’s nice to see the muscle and fat percentages and how evenly distributed everything is. That’s great that you have access to them. I still love winter running but ugh this week was challenging
Oh, so sorry your race was canceled today! You are really crushing your runs, Deborah! Good luck on Tuesday. That’s just when we might be buried in snow again . . .
I am so happy to be feeling good on my runs right now. I am not one of those people who can pop up and run 9 miles I have to plan and fuel etc but it will happen soon!
Oh, great going on the full physical! I’m glad the test confirmed your good health. My BP was high at the ortho this week — I chalk it up to nerves of seeing a new Dr and stress of wearing a mask and of just being in a Dr’s office. 😛
Yes my BP is always higher at a Dr office. I took it at home about 10 times over a 3 week period and came in with it all written down which I was glad that I did. It was nice to see some of the changes that I have made are paying off
Ugh bummer about the race. At least it will be warm soon, right? we’ve also been cold and even worse – icy, which makes getting out the door in the dark a challenge. And we’re due for a ton more snow this week!
The cold doesn’t really deter me it’s the icy roads. No one wants o fall!
Oh yes I know what you mean! When running is going well, everything in life just seems to flow. Glad you’re enjoying it right now- it’s like a anti-depressant to get you through the winter!
Yes it totally works that way for me!
Looks like you are definitely in a great groove with your running! Hope Tuesday’s virtual goes well!
It is nice to feel good! thanks I am looking forward to it
An ice storm! Boo! Glad you can reschedule for Tuesday. Love the LOVE photo!
It is a fun one!
Bummer on the race plans. Love your puffer jackets. They look very comfy and warm (but hopefully not too warm!). Sounds like a very thorough check up with your new doctor. Glad it went well!
It did thanks I was happy 🙂
Happy Valentine’s Day!
I do feel the same way. When my running is off, everything is off. And when it’s on, the birds sing and the stars shine brighter.
Hope Tuesday works out great for your virtual!
when it’s good it’s very very good! Have a great week ahead!
Great week of running for you! I am so jealous of your sunny and snow free weather. Glad everything turned out well with the doctor. Yep, I also need reading glasses but to date have not gotten them.
I don’t mind if it is cold if the sun is out. We have another challenging weather week ahead
LOVE this post ;-). see what I did there? ha!
but seriously, isn’t it great when running feels amazing?
It’s the best!
I hate the fasting tests. If they go on for too long I end up with a massive caffeine withdrawal headache and the rest of the day is a write-off. While I’ll do my everyday running on the treadmill in winter I have zero desire to ever do a race on the tready so I don’t blame you for putting the race off.
Ha I was so hungry all morning!