I hope you’re having a great day! July continues to fly by and I’m really looking forward to finally getting back into training mode for my fall races!
Once again, I’m joining Hoho and Tricia for the Weekly Wrap! It’s such a great linkup where dozens of awesome running and healthy living bloggers participate and share what’s going on in their active lives each week!
I’m also joining Courtney for her Weekly Training Linkup! While I’m officially not in training mode right now, I’m getting back to tracking my workouts so that I can keep myself accountable over the next few weeks!
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Weekly Wrap: Getting Back to Training Mode!
I reached out to the amazing Coach Laura last week and gave her the heads up that I’m ready to get back to training! I took a month off of working with her so that I could enjoy my summer off-season…but this week will get me back to work! I’m really excited to be back because I love the structure that training gives me….honestly, I’ve felt a bit lost without it.
So starting this week, I will be in training mode for the Rock ‘n Roll Brooklyn Half Marathon in mid-October. If you’re running the race, let me know because I’d love to meet up before the race! Remember, you can save $15 with code BIBRAVE15! I’ve already set a goal for the race, but it’s still a little bit too scary for me to say out loud, lol! Thankfully, I know that I’m in good hands with my running coach.
I’ll be running 4 days a week and getting back to my real training recaps, weekly report cards and all. Thankfully the weather won’t be as hot this week so hopefully, I’ll be able to have a strong start for my first week of half marathon training!
Workouts for the Week:
Sunday 7/16: No workouts – did more errands around the house and relaxed!
Monday 7/17: Run to the Barre Class. The class starts with a 2 mile run in the neighborhood and ends with a traditional barre class. It has been on my radar for a few months but this was my first time taking the class. I
Tuesday 7/18: I ended up not working out. I didn’t realize until it was too late that Track Tuesday was happening in the evening so I didn’t have any running clothes at work – I guess I need to leave an emergency outfit in my office!
Wednesday 7/19: One hour of yoga during lunch. It was great to finally be back! I asked Amanda to focus on core and she delivered…
Thursday 7/20: Even though the alarm went off way too soon, I got up at 5 am to get ready for a 3 mile run before work. The temperature was in the low 70’s and the dew point had to be in the 70’s as well…ugh. Craig David tunes helped me get through the run…I was pretty miserable and eager for it to be over!
Friday 7/21: Had a really rough day and just tried my best to decompress. I wish I had running clothes at work though because a run on the treadmill could have really helped!
Saturday 7/22: Another lazy day, no workouts.
Empty Calorie Challenge Week 2
In last week’s wrap, I shared a recap of my first week of the Empty Calorie Challenge. I have been completely avoiding empty calories like alcohol and junk food and having only one “cheat meal” per week. Well, week 2 was MUCH tougher than week 1, but I’m still on the wagon!
Unfortunately, I had some very emotionally challenging days this past week related to my work life and personal life. I really, really wanted to drown my sorrows in junk food, but I was able to resist temptation. It wasn’t easy though. It was very interesting to realize how much food can be a comfort during hard times. Not having that “crutch” was the biggest challenge I’ve had so far.
Constantly keeping everything stocked and prepared for the week was a real nuisance this past week…I ended up having a lot of repeat meals and had take-out Crisp Kitchen for lunch one day, but I always made healthy choices. Our dinners were great, my breakfasts and lunches can be better, and I just need to make more snacks! I guess a challenge shouldn’t be easy, right?
- Breakfasts: Fruit smoothies and a bowl of whole grain cereal and milk
- Lunches: PB&J, Spicy chickpea burgers (leftovers), a couple of small oranges
- Dinners: Spicy chickpea burgers with roasted green beans, Grilled pork chops with corn on the cob and grilled veggies, Grilled turkey burgers, grilled pineapple
- Snacks: Protein Chia Fudge (almond butter, honey, chia seeds, protein powder), Nature Valley granola bars (not the best but good in a pinch), pineapple, watermelon
ECC Week 2 Report Card
Despite all of the stress, I did not binge on junk food or go on a bender, so that was definitely a victory. I didn’t have any alcohol the entire week and I still haven’t had any junk food at the time of writing this post! I’ll give Week 2 of this challenge a B-…I just didn’t feel as good about things. Honestly, I’m not sure if I can keep this up for 2 more weeks, but I’ll do my best to try.
How were your workouts this past week? Do you find food to be comforting at times of stress?
I honestly don’t know if I use food for comfort. I know I do that with my chai latte’s, though…They taste so good and the hot drink is very soothing to me. I’m not a junk food person, but your challenge would be tough for me none-the-less. You’re halfway through…I bet you can stick it out!
It’s nearing the time for my summer break to end. I’m ready. I just wish it was cooler! I have no doubt you’ll have a great training cycle with your coach. I do pretty good avoiding junk food. My weakness is stopping for a Starbucks — you know, those loaded with empty calories.
I like the structure of a set schedule as well. I get anxious if I’m left to my own devices for too long!
Great job resisting the urge to give in to stress eating. I’ve gotten better at that, but still have to be careful about the kinds of foods I keep in the house. After our big bike ride this weekend, I have to figure out if I want to keep focusing on cycling — my husband wants to do a century this fall – or get back to running for my fall 10 milers.
How exciting that you are gearing up for training for Fall races! If you’re looking to PR, RnR Brooklyn is a good course for that. Flat with some incline in the last 1-2 miles. I’m signed up for the half, but since this race is one week after the Chicago Marathon, I’m thinking of dropping down to the 5 mile race.
Sorry to hear that you had some stress this week, but hope things are looking more positive this week!
I’m sorry that you had such a rough week. But good job sticking to your goals in spite of that! Fall training starts soon for me, too. But it’s still so hot outside, I’m kind of dreading it!
Sorry you had a rough week – hope it turns around and this week is great! 🙂
Last week was tough for me too. I started getting punchy on Wednesday, and Thursday I had my gym clothes so I hit the bike and pedaled with everything I had. Some people can really push my buttons.
Nice post! And the empty calorie challenge sounds really challenging but so good for you… I should really try something like that. Hope you have a great week 🙂
Good for you for resisting the urge to turn to food when stressed – not easy! Hopefully, this week will be calmer for you. Welcome back to training 🙂
I love the idea of a “Run the to Barre” class with a run and then ending with a barre class! I’ve always wanted to take a barre class because I think I’d like it. Exciting that training starts for you this week–especially when it’s supposed to be cooler out! Here’s to another great training cycle!
Great job getting through a tough week. I’m not a stress eater, but giving up wine would definitely throw me. I sure look forward to that after work. Is that wrong?
Good for you on sticking with it. Ice cream is my go-to food when things aren’t going my way.
Fall? We’ve barely had warm weather yet.Just humidity and rain.
Thanks for linking up.
It is hard to be good all the time!
That is great you made it through a major stress event and didn’t cave. You may be stronger than you realized 🙂
Sounds like a good week of workouts for you despite the challenging days from work and personal life. I hope things are ok! Ah I remember running RnR Brooklyn it’s first year, it was a good run! I will have to run back East again some time! I’m looking forward to training for CIM next week. I too like the structure. 🙂