My daughter and I kicked off the week by reconnecting with nature. As we were both getting ready for our hike, she asked if we were going to the YMCA. When I said we were going out to the trails in the forest, she grew ecstatic! For the first mile Eisley rode in the carrier. We took a little snack break and then she insisted on hiking the second mile herself. Lil' wildflower got some toddler exercise, I got some relaxing time outdoors, and we both were happy (especially me, for how easily she went down for nap afterwards)! SUNDAY: Hiked 2 miles MONDAY: RAN 6.05 miles @7:47 pace TUESDAY: Strength/walked 1 mile WEDNESDAY: RAN 8.52 miles @8:37 pace/walked .5 mile THURSDAY: Rest FRIDAY: Rest SATURDAY: RAN 5.03 miles @8:08 pace/walked 1 mile Total weekly miles: 24.10 On Monday, it was back on the treadmill. I had planned to run a couple miles since my half marathon was only two days before, but I found my groove and was feeling great! Tuesday w...
The 30 day run streak only stretched until the 4 th of July, ending after day 34. I really, truly wanted to continue, but I literally did not have the extra time the week. My level of “busyness” was drinking smoothies because I didn’t have time to eat and wondering if I last showered on Tuesday or Wednesday, and it was Saturday. SLEEP > SHOWER SUNDAY: Walked 2.09 miles MONDAY: RAN 4.18 miles @9:56 pace w/ stroller TUESDAY: RAN 20.01 miles @9:26 pace WEDNESDAY: Group outdoor yoga class THURSDAY: RAN 3.26 miles @8:46 pace w/ stroller FRIDAY: “ Rest” + early packet pickup SATURDAY: “Rest” + Chuckanut Footrace Total weekly miles: 29.54 On Tuesday, three random winners were announced after completing the 30 days of #StreakingWithTheCoolKids challenge hosted by Jen Davis A.K.A. @Pinkcupcakegirl on Instagram. When I checked my phone and saw a lot of unusual notifications, I realized that I had been one of the chosen winners. Woohooooo! Over ...
Felling less than enthusiastic about waking up early to run? Dreading the potential boredom of hitting the treadmill? When I find myself wanting some extra motivation, I tend to get that much needed boost through quotes and mantras. (If you're trying to become a more balanced runner , click over to read some helpful tips.) Here are 12 encouraging running quotes that will motivate you to simply get out the door, switch up your training plan, or even go on your very first run! You can do it! “Run often. Run long. But never outrun your joy of running.” –Julie Isphording “Training is what you are doing while your opponent is sleeping in.” –Brian Owen “Run when you can, walk if you have to, crawl if you must; just never give up.” –Dean Karnazes “Even when you have gone as far as you can, and everything hurts, and you are staring at the specter of self-doubt, you can find a bit more strength deep inside you, if you look closely enough.” –Hal Higdon “If one coul...