Thanks for joining Kim and me for the weekly run down today. I am happily running out of August just as fast as I can towards fall. It’s another hot and humid one around these parts but that won’t stop me from getting it done. Here’s a peek into my week of fitness.
Running out of August
Monday- Peloton cycle + upper body + core and strength for runners
Celebrated my 650th Peloton cycle class today! I have cut way back on cycling miles this summer to add in more running miles. Always feels great to hit a new milestone.
Tuesday- core + upper body + strength for runners
Unplanned run rest day. My foot started feeling a little weird yesterday so I thought it a good idea to take a day off of running. Of course, I am having a mini freak out. Fingers crossed it is no big deal.
Wednesday- Peloton cycle + core + stretch
Continued to take it easy. Ended up begging my Ortho to fit me in for an X-ray to rule out any type of stress fracture. Thankfully, I am fine. He thinks just a little soft tissue inflammation. I am going to take a few more days off of running and let it calm down. Feeling better already!
Thursday- core + Pool Running
Sticking to my plan of letting my foot rest, I opted to hop into the pool for a fluid running class. I forgot how challenging these classes can be! A great mix of cardio, strength, and core. Perfect for our hot and steamy weather.
Friday- Core + Peloton full body strength + stretch
Got in a solid lower and upper body strength class today. Definitely going to feel those tomorrow.
Saturday- usual rest day with stretch and 10 min core
Treated myself to a mani pedi today. My favorite way to do a rest day. My foot is feeling a lot better but still not 100%.
Sunday- 6 mile run
It went pretty well. Kept at an easy pace and my foot feels okay. Yay!
I hope your foot feels better and that you can get in your run today! Pool running sounds like such a perfect activity for this week.
The pool running was a great option but I am excited to get back out there this morning
I’m glad to hear that your foot pain was not anything serious. Did you figure out what was causing it? Thank goodness you had Fluid Running, right? Good luck on your run today.
NO, I have not figured out exactly what it is. They said soft tissue irritation. Heading out now for my run fingers crossed it’s ok
I hope your foot continues to feel better…no time for aches or pains! We had a lot of humidity this past week (well, that’s been the story all summer, this year at least). Good luck with your run today!
Fingers crossed for you! I didn’t run much this week & have to say my Achilles did enjoy that.
Glad your doctor made you feel better about it! Good luck!
Thanks it went really well. The few days off seemed to help
With last week’s humid weather, pool running sounds like a nice option with or without a foot injury. Hope the foot is back to 100% and doesn’t flare up again.
Have a great week and thanks for the linkup!
The pool running was a nice change of pace for sure. Foot is feeling much better thanks
I am way overdue for a mani-pedi! I’m glad your foot wasn’t fractured. I hope it felt fine on your run today!!
I was embarrassed my feet looked so bad at the DR! Yes, it seems to be healing whatever it was thanks
Glad your foot doesn’t hurt, all the best!!!
Pool is always a good option to stay active also after an injury.
I hope your run went well.
Thanks yes it is feeling better and run went pretty well!
You really played it smart this week- all those days off (of running) and you hopefully nipped that problem in the bud. Glad to hear your run today went well! Hope it feels good moving forward.
You know it is really hard to take off a few days but I am always glad when I do. I am feeling a lot better thanks
Glad your foot felt OK today and yay for the quick answer from your ortho. Those kind of docs who understand our timing are just the best.
Getting a pedi today and can’t wait – was on tap for Friday but never fit it in, it’s a wonderful reward after yesterday’s antics.
Yes enjoy your pedi too! Always a nice treat for our running feet
Awesome job playing it safe and resting your foot this week. So happy to hear that your foot is feeling better. It’s so scary to get an injury while training for a race.
Yes it is! It is feeling a lot better and will probably baby it a little more this next week
Congrats on the milestone! Hoping there is no more trouble with the foot. You are so close to your race! A manicure/pedicure sounds amazing. I rarely get manicures but do like pedicures. I am way overdue for one. Need to make time for one.
Yes I am finally close! It is feeling better but will back off a touch until my race. Definitely treat yourself to a pedicure
Smart woman, Deborah! Give the foot some rest and it healed up quickly, great to hear!
thanks it is still a little off but getting better
I swear the little things just heal themselves after I talk to the Dr, so I’m glad you didn’t have a major issue either! Congrats on the 650 milestone!
That is what I am hoping! It is getting a lot better fingers crossed
Phew. Glad the foot pan was not serious.
Hope it continues to be pain free.
thanks it is doing much better
I’m so glad your foot is feeling better. You had tons of great activity this week.
650 rides is incredible and I am so proud of you!
Thanks so much Jenn 🙂