Last Week:
- Monday – Tonight was the second Freihofer Challenge Group run. It rained all day but luckily it stopped by the time of our workout.
- Tuesday – Another rainy day but it was a rest day. I did play tennis after work and of course, went out to dinner afterwards.
- Wednesday – I took the day off and caught up on things at home that I have been neglecting and as soon I saw a bit of sunshine, I took off to squeeze in a short run and then hit the “free” gym. I needed it since that evening I had my monthly dinner out with the tennis ladies (and we went Italian!!)
- Thursday – Again this week, I met Alyssa for a run at the Crossings. She had already run 10 miles by the time I got there so we were only able to run 4 together and then I ran 2 solo. Not one of my better runs but got it done before the predicted storm.
After the run, I met my BFF who has been on vacation for a few walking laps around the mall to catch up.
- Friday – Again a rest day (and a snowy/rainy one, yes, I said snow!!) since I was hosting mah jongg and I needed to shop and clean.
- Saturday – I had planned to go to the gym twice a week but this was my first time this week at this gym. I worked out on the machines and it was pretty painless.
And of course I had to carb load.
- Sunday – I planned to race the Delmar Dash today. It’s one of my favorite local races because it’s near my house and I know so many of the runners. But my lower back had been achy for 2 days so I made the tough decision to DNS. I ran the course slowly after the race had started, visited with friends, ate cake and then ran 5 more miles. I was solo so it was not much fun. But the weather was perfect. My back is still sore but not worse, I hope.
4 more weeks to go!!
24 miles done with 4 runs and 3 rest days
This Week:
- Monday – FRW Training Group Run (4 miles)
- Tuesday – rest day, gym?, Judge Sotomayor event
- Wednesday – 6 miles with Alyssa
- Thursday – 3 miles
- Friday – rest day, gym?, mah jongg
- Saturday – Bacon Hill Bonanza 5k + 8 miles
- Sunday – rest day, gym?
Once again, I am linking up for the Weekly Wrap hosted by these wonderful bloggers Holly @ HoHoRuns and Tricia @ MissSippiPiddlin. See rules here.
Happy Running! How is your running going? How is your running weather?
Nice work!
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Thanks. You had a great trip. Now back to reality, right?
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Ok, I gotta say it seems strange to DNS the race and then run 10 miles, but I get that that’s 10 slow miles vs 5 fast ones. Hope it worked for you. At least it was a lovely day!
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I got the shirt, ran the course, ate the food, saw my friends. Just didn’t cross the finish line. There will be other races. I feel better today and probably could have raced but better safe than sorry. This body’s ain’t getting any younger.
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Sorry to hear about your back 😦 It sounds like a good decision to step away from the racing to be on the safe side. That’s cool that you’re going to be at an event with Judge Sotomayor this week!
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Yes. I am looking forward to hearing her speak.
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Sounds like you could’ve completed the race after all! I hope your back feels better soon!!!
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probably. But who knows? better safe than sorry. It feels fine today.
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It feels fine today 🙂
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Sorry about your back pain…I hope you feel better soon! I love that skirt! I still don’t own any running skirts, lol. Sorry about the DNS but it sounds like you made the right move. I like your idea of carbo loading, btw!
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I love that pattern too. Skirts are the best!! Once I started wearing them, I gave away all my shorts.
Yes, us runners need our carbs!
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I love all your running skirts. Need to try skirts! Will check out Skirts Sports for sure.
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Use my discount code Springcpt20
Check out their sales too.
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another solid week for you! Good job!!
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Thanks.
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I’m sorry you had to DNS your race. But, you still got a good week of mileage in. I haven’t gotten a spring cup yet either. But, then I remembered I’ve been ordering iced drink that come in the clear cups. Maybe that’s why? Thanks for linking, Darlene!
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I think the cups were only available for like 2 days.
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It’s always good to listen to your body. Hope you have a great week!
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It is but hard sometimes to know what to do.
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