I know February is a short month, but doesn’t it seem like it’s flying?
The Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Race in DC on April 2nd will be here before I know it. Cherry Blossom training has been going pretty well so far, and I’m interested to see where my training plan will take me!
I’m linking up at Wild Workout Wednesday with Annmarie at The Fit Foodie Mama, Angelena Marie at Angelena Marie: Happy, Healthy & Balanced, Michelle at Fruition Fitness, and Nicole at Fitful Focus! Check out their blogs for some great workouts to try!
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Workouts for the Week:
Wednesday 2/17: While I really didn’t want to do it, I went for a 3-mile run after work. I was still feeling pretty sore from Tuesday’s workouts, but I’m glad I got it done!
Thursday 2/18: Weight training class after work. We did some great biceps, triceps, and chest work on the machines, and it continues to be tough, but rewarding. We did 45 pushups too…phew!
Friday 2/19: Was planning to run 3 miles, but decided against it. Rest day.
Saturday 2/20: Bret and I ran 9 miles around The Loop. It was a nice run and overall I felt pretty good, with no shin pain! In the last mile, we decided to really push it…I have no idea how I was able to run under 9.5 minutes, but it felt good to feel “fast”. Unfortunately, my shoes did give me a small blister on the pad of my left foot under my big toe. I never get blisters…so please know that I’m never buying Mizuno Wave Rider’s again.
Sunday 2/21: Bret and I went for another run – we wanted to get to 5 miles but ended at 4.25. We ran through Boxer’s Trail which is always great (I love running in nature!) and the terrain and inclines helped slow us down. Thankfully, my foot was able to handle the run without any pain.
Monday 2/22: Lunchtime yoga class – it felt good to stretch! I am still terrible at tree pose, so I have to keep working on my single-leg balance! At Boot Camp Class, Vince killed us with tons of cardio, heavy ropes, squats, and working our upper body on machines. I definitely feel like I’m getting stronger!
Tuesday 2/23: I was supposed to do my speed interval workout, but the weather was rainy and honestly, I was feeling lazy. I always feel angry/guilty when I miss a run, but I’ll just have to move some things around to fit it in later in the week.
Week 4 Report Card:
I was feeling really great about this past week of working out until I missed that run on Tuesday…ugh! But I have to focus on the positives. I’m feeling stronger in the gym and on the pavement and I know that I’m in the best shape that I’ve been in a VERY long time.
And I’m continuing to listen to my body and rest when needed. I’m amazed that my quads weren’t begging for the foam roller after my 9-mile run, but I probably should have still taken the time for a thorough post-run recovery session. I know my body was so happy to be back in yoga after a week’s hiatus!
So I’m going to give Week 4 of training an A-. Strangely enough, I have a half marathon in a little over 2 weeks and I’m not even close to being mentally prepared…
How is your race training going? Is the weather getting warmer where you live?
Bummer about your shoes! Hopefully you can get in some good runs this week!
Thanks, Julie!
The CB is quickly approaching isn’t it? I need to really start upping my miles! Have a great rest of your week
Thanks, Deborah! I’m wondering how high the virtual plan will take me on mileage…I got 10 this weekend, it seems too soon ha!
My race training isn’t going well, I give it a D. LOL. Injuries are such a pain, literally! Anyway, I’ve always wanted to run the Cherry Blossom 10 miler. My sister used to live in Arlington, so we ran the Army 10 miler twice and the MCM. But then she moved away, boo 😉 I can only imagine how beautiful the cherry blossoms are during the race!
Sorry to hear about your training. Yes, being injured sucks! I hear the Army 10 Miler and MCM are sooo amazing, one day I need to sign up for one of those races! The cherry blossoms were in perfect bloom last year, it was amazing! I don’t know if we’ll be so lucky this time around, lol.
Sounds like good training. I’m terrible at balancing poses in yoga, but I use yoga more for stretching and then strength training to work on balance muscles. One legged-squats or one-legged deadlifts find me wobbling all over the place.
Thanks, Lesley. Oh I can’t even try a one legged-squat, I am terrible at them! Downward dog was definitely helping stretch my calves and shins!
It is Spring at my house. All the trees are budding out and the city is decorated in pink and white blossoms!
Oh wow I am so jealous! I can’t wait for Spring to finally arrive here!
45 pushups?! Way to work it! Love that trail too- looks so pretty!
He kills us every week, Annmarie! Oh the pics never do the trail justice, it’s so nice!
Sounds like some great training. I am training for my second Half Marathon started yesterday with a 4 mile interval run. 🙂
Thanks, Ivanna! I hope the kick off to your half marathon training is going well 🙂
Oh no! I can’t believe you ended up with blisters! Just goes to show that everyone’s feet are SO different! Sounds like other than that, you had a fantastic week of workouts! So fun!!
Thanks, Rachel! Yeah, I NEVER get blisters from running so imagine my surprise!
Blisters are the worst. Sometimes it’s the way you tied them though, not just the shoe.
Hmm…maybe my lacing was part of the cause? Good point. I don’t really like the laces on the Mizuno’s, they’re too long! But thankfully, my foot feels much better now.
You are so right. ALWAYS focus on the positive. You missed one run, that’s okay,you still did awesome. But I understand you. When I miss a run, I always feel guilt. But: Run with No Regrets, right? 🙂 Hope you’re having a great running week!
Hehe, I always have to look at the blog name in those times…no regrets! Thanks, Ilka! 🙂
You did awesome!! I was in the Philly area last weekend to visit my parents and definitely took advantage of the nicer weather – got in 8 miles on the trail behind their house 🙂
Thanks, Nicole! Oh I forgot you have family near Philly. That had to be an awesome trail run, it was so nice out!
Looks like you had a great week of running! We had amazing weather last weekend (up to 60!) but *womp-womp* we are in the middle of a 6 inch dump of snow right now! Spring will be here for good soon though!
Thanks, Kate! Oh geez that’s crazy that you had more snow after such a warm week! Mother Nature is having fun messing with us!
I’m glad your shins are feeling better! But it sounds like you’re still on the search for your perfect shoes haha.
Sometimes we just need to take those rest days…Don’t feel guilty!
Right?! LOL, these have been a complete bust. I’ve got some new shoes coming soon and I can’t wait!
Even with your one missed run, you had an incredible week of training. In the long run, that one missed run won’t have a huge impact on your overall training.
Thanks, Kathryn! I get too hard on myself sometimes…gotta remember to be flexible and keep pushing forward!
Hopefully you have great runs this week! The weather went from warm to snow/ice/rain today :'(
Thanks, Carmy! The frequent weather changes are so frustrating, right?
Janelle Mizuno was my go-to distance shoe until they changed something and I ended up with a horrible blister after NYCM. What a bummer you had an issue too. So frustrating when shoe companies change. Nice training week! CB10 will be here before you know it!
I am wondering if something changed in the newest model of shoes…I tried the Wave Rider 18’s and loved them! Go figure. Thanks, Marcia…hoping to stay strong!
Great week! I know I’ve said it before, but I would love to run Cherry Blossom one of these years.
So sorry about the blisters. That absolutely stinks!
Thanks a lot, Jenn! It’s a really beautiful race!
Glad to hear you are staying positive and youre training is earning A’s! The weather here is very unpredictable, like -20 one day and 65+ the next. Weird weather, but overall this winter was pretty easy in New England. Have a great week!
Looks like you got in some good running this week! Crazy about the blister, tho. Do you think it was the shoes? One time I got blisters from my socks.
Thanks, Wendy! I think it was a combination of the shoes with the socks I wore. I won’t make that mistake again!
I’d love to do the Cherry Blossom race someday! My “training” has been pretty much just maintenance thus far. I have a few 10K’s coming up, and some 13.1’s later in the spring, so I’ll be upping my mileage soon. Awesome job with that 9-miler!!! ANd you’re doing great with all the strength training, too 😉
Thanks a lot, Kim! It’s good to keep that maintenance going so that you can easily glide into race training. 🙂