Are we really 4 weeks into October? It seems like this month is flying by too!
Special hello to my Grow Your Blog Hop visitors! I’m very excited to be featured today and hope you get to know me a little bit better! I participated in the blog hop last year and wrote a post introducing who I am if you’d like to check it out! In that post, I dig a little deeper and talk about my running journey and the reason that I created Run With No Regrets.
Today is Monday and every Monday I share a recap of the previous week’s race training. I’m currently training for the Philadelphia Marathon that’s taking place on November 20. While I’ve been running long distance for over 5 years, this will be my very first marathon, so it’s been a very exciting adventure!
I’m linking up with Tricia and HoHo for the Weekly Wrap. Dozens of women participate and share their successes and trials in the world of fitness and healthy living. Be sure to check it out!
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Weekly Wrap: Gavin DeGraw Concert
Last Wednesday I went to the Gavin DeGraw concert being held at The Fillmore in Philly. It was probably the first time I’ve been to a concert in years, and I was really excited about this one because I’ve been a fan of Gavin’s for years and have never heard him sing live! My boyfriend was a good sport coming to the concert with me, and I think he eventually started to have a good time!
The show was opened by Wrabel and Andy Grammer. We were in the bar area while Wrabel was performing but he sounded good. Andy Grammer put on a great show too, and I was nervous that he was going to outshine Gavin, but nope! Gavin got all the love and the concert seemed like a big sing-a-long! It was a lot more high-energy than I anticipated, with a couple of covers thrown in. I had a really great time!
Week 12 Training Recap:
Monday 10/17: Lunchtime yoga. I had some trouble with my shoulders getting in proper alignment in poses like trikonasana (triangle pose) so the instructor helped me out, but it was pretty painful on my right side. She thinks I need to do some strengthening workouts so that I do a better job keeping my shoulders back. Has anyone else had this problem?
Tuesday 10/18: 6 mile run at marathon pace. The progression was 1/2 mile warmup, then 1 mile @ 11:15, 1 mile @ 11:00, 2 miles @10:45, 1 mile @ 10:30, and 1/2 mile cooldown. It was at least 80 degrees outside and it took forever for my watch to find its GPS signal, so I was very frustrated (and hot!) by the time I started this run. I took a route that I normally take, but it felt SO much harder with the weather and of course my Spotify playlist kept cutting off mid-song. Somehow, I made it through the hills and got the negative splits I needed, my fastest at a 9:59 pace!
Wednesday 10/19: No workouts, besides some dancing and swaying at the Gavin DeGraw concert!
Thursday 10/20: Spinning class after work. It was pretty good…at least I got a good sweat this time, but I still feel bad for holding back in the class. Since it was a tough workout I didn’t think going for a run would be wise.
Friday 10/21: 3 easy miles before taking care of a bunch of errands…I felt pretty sluggish on this one.
Saturday 10/22: HIIT the Barre class. It was a full class and it really kicked my butt I think I held my own on the barre for the first time. Unfortunately, I had a really busy day with errands and house things, so I didn’t get to do 3 miles. This was my first missed run all training season.
Sunday 10/23: The Perfect 10 Miler! Recap will be posted very soon! It was a tough start, but an awesome finish!
Week 12 Report Card:
Even though this was less of a load on my schedule, I fell 3 miles short of my training mileage, so I’m really bummed about that. But I’m really happy with how my 6-mile run and 10-mile race went, all things considered!
I’m going to give Week 12 a B-. I was very active this week but I wish I skipped spin class and went for a run instead. I know it’s not going to hurt me in the long run, and there’s no point being hard on myself about it, but still, I’m disappointed to break my streak. Regardless, I can only move forward!
This week I will be finally hitting a major milestone: the 20 miler! I’m excited and also in disbelief that the end is almost here and I’ll be heading to my first marathon taper! Fingers crossed that all goes well!
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How were your workouts this past week? Do you get disappointed when you miss a training workout? Who’s your favorite musical artist?
Sounds like you really pushed through on that tough 6 miles! Way to go on the negative splits. That concert sounds like a lot of fun 🙂
Thanks, Chaitali! It was a tough 6 miler with the heat…I was so relieved when it started to get easier! And yes, loved the Gavin concert! Just wish I could’ve met him after the show 🙁
Don’t be too hard on missing your 3 mile Saturday run! Think of the week as a whole, you got some really good workouts in!
Having said that I know the feeling of being disappointed when you miss something…
Thanks, Nicola! You’re absolutely right…I just get hard on myself!
I totally understand how you feel about missing the run. I felt the same way when I fell 3 miles short on a long run. But you’re right, missing those miles will not have a negative effect on your training and you’ve been killing your training, including your long runs!
Thanks, Kimberly! I’ve been super committed this training session so it stinks to have missed that easy run of all things, lol!
I would not worry about missing a few miles 🙂 I did my 20 and it was pretty exciting and i had lots of issues LOL ! You will feel really good when you get done – mentally LOL it took awhile for it all to sink in and once i thought about how far I kept running- I realized the race will feel easier!! Having a dedicated lane to run will be so nice. Go get that 20 miles 🙂
Thanks a lot, Karen. I think I’m over it now, thank goodness! I really hope the 20 miler goes well! I think I’ll be pretty emotional by the end of it!
Looks like a fun week! I haven’t been to a concert in a long time, but it looks like you choose a fun one 🙂
The concert was a lot of fun…I just wish it was closer to the weekend. I had a few tasty drinks leading up to the show, lol!
I love how you mixup your routine with all the cross training. I’ve been trying to add more strengthening into my workout because I do a lot of yoga and run so the weights help balance. I’m not sure if it’s disappointment when I miss a workout, or more that my body just gets cranky. I really feel it physically when I miss one.
Thanks, Elysha. There’s just so many different types of workouts that I enjoy, so it’s nice to be able to mix things up…I do think it has helped keep me injury-free for marathon training! I think if I miss a worokut, my body thanks me because the main reason I miss it is when I’m not feeling well. But I do miss yoga…it’s been over a week since I’ve practiced!
I’ve been a regular attendee for Buffett concerts, and each one is just as fun as the last. Glad you enjoyed your concert.
Cool! Thanks, Gavin didn’t disappoint! I just wish I had pushed closer to the front…I was crushing on him a little bit, lol!
Ahhhh, love the post-race pic! Can’t wait for the recap!
Thanks, Karien! I’m hoping the race photos come soon so I can include them in the recap! I’m glad this one will be much more cheerful than my last race!
Oh, I definitely beat myself up a bit about my workouts (or lack thereof). I’m steadily getting into a groove after having my second baby (she’s 17 months old…) – she hated the stroller, and that made workouts challenging. Life is getting more of a natural rhythm, and I bet my runs will start to come back, too!
Congratulations on your baby! That’s awesome that you’re still fitting in fitness as a busy mom. I hope to be able to do the same…one day!
I took an extra rest day from training this week too. The weeks of marathon training are just catching up to us! Good luck this week! I’m also doing my last really long run this week then starting to taper. I can’t wait to relax a little!
Yes, the end is near…it’s crazy!! Hope you have a great long run!
I wouldn’t beat yourself up over the 3 miles. You’ve been doing a great job with your training. Very cool that you’ll be taking on your first 20 miler this week! Good luck!
Thanks a lot, Michelle! I’m feeling a lot better about missing the miles now.
Wow you had a busy week! I do love yoga and don’t get there as often as I’d like to. I always feel so much better if I do it before a long run.
I can’t wait for things to calm down, lol! I don’t think I’ve done yoga before a long run but I like it after a long run!
Wow. I didn’t know this was your first Marathon. Must be so exciting and nerve wrecking at the same time. My first 5k is always special to me. So savor every minute of it. You got this gal!!!
Thanks so much, Madhuri! Yes…I’m a marathon rookie! So it’s really been a wild ride but I’ve enjoyed it much more than I realized. I really hope to have a special race!
I love all the ways you are cross training! I totally need to check out a local barre class….I heard its so great for your core!
Thanks, Lauren! Yes, the barre is great for the core! My biggest struggle is all the hip and calf work!
Have a great 20 mile run. Will you have any company during your run?
Thanks! I do have a friend who’s training for the half marathon that I may try to meet up with along the way, but all of my long runs have been solo so far.
Wow, your training has gone so well! You had such a busy and fun week! I haven’t been to a concert in ages.
Thanks, Coco! I’m honestly pretty surprised that it has gone so well…knock on wood! I do like concerts, but I don’t seem to want to pay to see too many people these days, haha!
I think we runners tend to have tight shoulders because we are always pushing forward. That’s why yoga and shoulder openers are so beneficial! just keep at it.
You’re doing great! Good luck on that 20 miler!
That makes a lot of sense, Wendy! Hopefully doing more shoulder openers will help instead of hurt…I was sore for a couple of days! And thanks! Fingers crossed for a successful 20 miles!
Concerts are always so much fun, even if you are not a huge fan of the artist, it is always a good time. I went to a Train concert this weekend and the person that went with me was also a good sport as I don’t think he knew many songs they played but still had a good time. Great job on your workouts for the week, and your ten miler!
Thanks a lot, Lacey! I do sometimes need a little liquid encouragement if I’m going to a concert that I’m not crazy about, haha. Bret does like the song “Chariot” though, lol!
We all miss runs, I decided there is no reason to get annoyed with ourselves because there is always tomorrow:)
I do love how you mix up your workouts, lots of cross training with running as your base, very nice! Probably keeps you very injury free and versatile in different activities! That is one thing I need to be better at, I run and hike but rarely throw in anything else in the mix, strength training is one I definitely want to add into mine, my sister swears by it,LOL
Thank you for joining the hop, hope your having a great time in it! Great getting to know you better!
Thanks again for organizing this hop, it’s been a lot of fun! I used to primarily run and do some boot camp exercises, but now adding yoga, barre, and spinning really seems to be a good variety for me. I really wish I could make time to go hiking, I love seeing the sights and being in nature! Trail running is about as close as I get! 🙂
Well, my favorite musical artist? Bon Jovi…and Madonna is a close 2nd (although I don’t listen to much of her stuff anymore). I do also love me some Def Leppard and AC/DC (totaling dating myself LOL). I am disappointed when I miss workouts/training runs, but it’s a always for a legit reason, and like you said, it’s best to just move on. I can’t believe Nov. 20 is so close….
I haven’t listened to Bon Jovi in awhile…I may need to add them to one of my upcoming Throwback Thursday Running Playlists! 😉 Yeah, the marathon is getting close, but it still seems so distant!
First marathon! The great thing about doing it for the first time is that you know it will be a PR. 🙂 Yeah!
Great training recap.
I don’t know if I can talk about a favorite artist because I don’t listen to a lot of current music but if I had to choose one right now, it would probably John Legend. His music floods me with feeling.
Yes, I am definitely relieved that this is my first time doing it because I have nothing to compare it to! I really like John Legend too, he’s such a great live performer! I’m probably 2 albums behind on his music though to be honest!
You may have the same lower trap issue I have…on the right instead of the left side.
I’m going to go to yoga class tonight so I’ll see if I’m still having trouble…hopefully nothing too serious!
Definitely don’t beat yourself up about 3 miles. You’re doing great! Glad you enjoyed the concert. I can’t remember the last time I saw one. I think it was Maroon 5 in Montreal. Happy blog spotlight!
Thanks, Marcia! Prior to this concert, I went to see Justin Timberlake a couple of years ago and loved it! Sometimes I like the smaller venues better though.
Great job hitting your paces in that warm, humid weather. Crazy that we are still having weather like that in mid-October! Have fun in your 20-miler!
Thanks Jennifer! Alas, the warm weather has come and gone and now we’re really feeling fall weather…as we should be lol.
Don’t beat yourself up over missing 3 miles. Goodness, you are going to run 20 this weekend. You’ll more than make up for the 3. LOL. You’ve had a great first marathon training cycle. I can’t believe how close you are getting to the race. I love your picture from the 10 miler! I’m looking forward to the recap. Thanks for linking, Janelle!
Thanks a lot, HoHo! I think once I wrote out my feelings on missing the 3, I realized how silly it sounds! Hoping my 20 miler goes well!
Your smile says it all after the race! Great job on the 10-miler! The spin class might have been just what you needed at the time and is great cross training.
Thanks, Sonia! I’m starting to think that maybe the spinning wasn’t so bad after all. 🙂
Great job! In the end the missed few miles isn’t that big of a deal. But mentally, use it as motivation to get all your runs in this coming week… the volume will help “prop up” the 20 miler so that you’ve got the full week of fatigue on your legs. Good luck!
I love Andy Grammar! I love live music–I really need to go to more concerts.
This week was pretty good for me fitness wise. I’m finally starting to get into a rhythm with my workouts and it feels good!