Thanks for joining Kim and me today for the Weekly Run Down. No matter how much stuff I think I am doing in advance, I always feel this crush of last minute gifting, running around and holiday hustling. Here’s how my busy went played out.
Weekly Run Down Holiday Hustling
Monday- 25 min Peloton + 60 Min Strength Training and PT exercises
I always like to hit it hard on Mondays with a great sweat session.
Tuesday- 2 mile run w intervals + 20 min Peloton + Physical Therapy 1 hour
I had another pretty successful 2 mile “run” with 60/30 intervals. My crew doubled back for me a few times so that was nice. I sure miss just being able to do my “normal” run. Realizing I only exercised for 25 min, I hopped on the Peloton for a quick ride to finish my workout.
Wednesday- 25 min Peloton + 90 min strength training and boxing
Felt good to add some kicks back into my boxing again and they did not seem to bother any of my injured areas. I am also able to stand up on the bike again without pain so that’s something.
While I thankfully did not have to host any holiday parties this week again, I did attend 2 parties Wednesday night. Love the sunset through the trees and the peak of the Washington Monument in the background. It was so cold! My feet are not used to wearing high heels and they were not happy after standing around for 5 hours.
Thursday- physical therapy
I woke up and immediately realized that wearing high heels was a bad idea. My hip area was not happy so I begrudgingly skipped my run. I knew it was the smart thing to do but I was bummed. As the day went on, it felt better. More strength training and dead lifts at PT.
Friday- 60 minute hot yoga
Perfect class for a cold, dreary day.
Saturday- 55 minutes of Peloton cycle + arms
Thanks to Joyful wellness girl for my great tank as part of the Sweat Pink Secret Santa gift exchange. Obviously, it’s perfect for me!
Sunday- I will be attending my niece’s ballet recital of The Nutcracker. More holiday baking and general holiday hustling around!
First Impression Review of Turtle Gloves
As part of my role as a Bib Rave ambassador, I have the chance to check out some great products. I was sent a prototype of a new pair of Turtle Gloves light weight mittens in exchange for my review. Designed for more moderate temps, these mittens have a unique flip component that converts them to fingerless run gloves.
I love that they are both wind and water resistant which makes them perfect for the rainy fall and spring run season. They would also be great for those runs where you know you will just need a light glove for the start of your run to warm up. You could then flip open the top when your hands warm up without having to worry about stowing them in your jacket.
While I wish the color was a little more exciting, I think they would make a great addition to any runner’s glove collection. You also do have a glove collection right? These are again a prototype but  Turtle Gloves makes a bunch of different weight gloves so check out their page and use “TurtleGlovesBR” for 15% off any of them.
Whew that was a long one! Thanks for sticking around. Are you Holiday Hustling this week too?
It looks like you’re on your way back to running! Bit by bit, you’re making progress. So nice to watch.
I love that picture of you all dressed up with high heels and all. Two parties on one night is tough and I couldn’t even IMAGINE doing that in high heels. I’m sure at some point I would kick them off and go barefoot, LOL!
The thought did cross my mind!
Yes, the holiday hustle is in full swing here as well. I used to wear heels every single day. I don’t know how I ever did that! Now just an evening in them is preposterous! Sorry they aggravated your hip. That’s a gorgeous pic of you two!
I know I used to wear them all the time as well. Once you stop, it’s hard to do again.
I get to dress up this weekend for my sister’s wedding! While I’m excited about it, I was a little worried about the shoe situation. I played it safe and got some old lady open toe shoes with a moderate heel. They seem comfortable…
Nice to see you getting back at running!
Those heels are just tough on the joints! Congrats to your sister have a wonderful time
Those gloves look really interesting! I love convertible gloves.
We have a small circle of friends, so it’s not party, party, party — and that’s ok with me! There are a few, here and there.
Sorry that the hip didn’t like the high heels, but if you’re doing dead lifts in PT it sounds like you’re really progressing well.
Thanks I am progressing just not as fast as I’d hoped!
Yay, you’re on the mend! I know the night in high heels was a set back but you’re making progress. So happy for you!
Thanks so much I just wish it was a little faster
Yes, I do have a wardrobe of running gloves…I thought I was the only one LOL I gotta say that little red, fur-trimmed purse is adorable! Totally worth the aches/pains of the heels (well, in my opinion). YOU seem to be rallying back with success, keep it up!
Thanks one of my fave purses too. I am getting better just not as quickly as I’d hoped
Tis the season I suppose for tons of parties. You’re a trooper – I don’t think I could handle the fancy clothes, late nights, or shoes both nights! I hardly ever wear heels here – I used to wear them more for work, but we are pretty casual now so I tend to just wear flats or even sneaker-type shoes depending on the day. Good luck with your journey back to running – hopefully it gets easier.
I don’t go to as many events as I used to but this time of the year you can’t avoid it! My feet do not like it at all.
Those gloves look very useful. And I love your strong work and photos – sorry about the high heels, though. They always mess up my feet and legs. I have a book group Christmas meal this week but will wear flats under a long skirt I think!
Good idea on the flats you will be much more comfortable!
So glad to read that your running and PT are going well! You are such an active lady! A little bit of everything 🙂
That sunset at your holiday party is so gorgeous!
PT is helping just not as quickly as I’d like it to
I love that shirt that you got from your Secret Santa – it’s perfect for you! 🙂
Awesome job with all of your workouts this week! I have the same issue after wearing high heels for too long. My legs, especially my calf muscles, get very angry with me, lol.
Whoever invented high heels is evil! I love the secret santa tank as well.
It’s great that your hip is feeling better and you’re getting back to some of your normal moves during your workouts. What a bummer that your high heels made some of the pain come back. Hopefully, it’s short-lived.
BTW, you looked gorgeous in your pic in DC!
Thanks for the linkup!
Thanks so much and yes things are progressing just wishing it would go a little faster
I hate wearing heels. They always make my feet hurt! You looked really nice though!
I think I may never wear them again! 🙂
I will happily attend holiday parties. Hosting? No thanks! Lol! And wearing heels? No can do. My feet hate me so much that I gave up on the super cute high heels. Glad to see you back to running!
High heels are not made for runner’s feet at all. Slowly getting back to running thanks
Another fabulous week! You looked gorgeous for your party this week!
Those gloves are great, too. If something has thumb holes, I’m au automatic fan 🙂
I’m hustling between my bed and my couch and thats about it. It’s been another long week of laying around like a lump. I’m so hopeful that things change next week. I can’t keep this up.
Trying to get back to running slowly but surely
Great holiday pic! Is that at the Hay-Adams? The sky is amazing! I hope your feet have recovered. Cool gloves. I do have quite a collection but nothing like those.
My feet took 2 days to recover! High heels are not for runner feet
Look at you – all dressed up for a holiday party! Woo woo!!! My feel would protest the heels for sure. Hope you enjoyed the Nutcracker. I won’t get to see it this year.
My feet were mad at me for days! My nieces were fantastic in the nutcracker thanks
I was not crazy about the color either so I am hoping the company will make them in funny colors. I can imagine the pain the day after wearing high heels. A foot massage would have been wonderful!
Happy Holidays to you and your family!
I am not wearing heels again anytime soon!
That’s great news that the kicks and standing on the bike didn’t cause any pain. Sounds like progress 🙂 The gloves sound like a great idea.
slow progress but I will take it
Sorry the high heels bothered you. But wow, you look really great! The Nutcracker is a holiday tradition for our family. It’s so fun to see kids I know now in the performances. It’s good that you have still been meeting up with your running friends. I turn so antisocial when I’m not feeling up to running my old paces – even though I know they would still accommodate. I just need to get over that feeling!
I was so sad when I could not run with my crew. Even though I cannot really hang with them, it feels good to get out there with them for a short time