March felt like it was the longest month ever, so I’m really glad to be in April! I hope it’s off to a great start for you!
With the start of a new month, I use it as an opportunity to reflect on the previous month and set new goals. And I’ve really enjoyed these posts where I can keep myself accountable with my health and fitness goals. Check it out below!
I’m linking up with Tuesday Topics with Zenaida and Kim and Runners’ Roundup with Coach Debbie Runs, Confessions of a Mother Runner, Laura Norris Running, Mile by Mile, and Runs with Pugs!
March Wellness Goal Recap
- Schedule time for neighborhood walks and hikes. Grade: C. While I did go out a couple of times for a walk, I didn’t walk or hike nearly as often as I would have liked in March. It happens! I actually bought some new hiking boots a couple of weeks ago that are still in the box. Hopefully they will get broken in very soon!
- Thoroughly stretch and foam roll after each run. Grade: A. Finally! Foam rolling has finally become a habit! It’s only when I’m super tired after a run where I will slack on this, but even when that is the case I’ll do it later rather than not at all. I’m really proud of meeting this goal! It really doesn’t take that much time and it helps so much!
- Unplug an hour before bed. Grade: D. I had the alarm set every night but I still had my face glued to my phone. I don’t think I have any excuse for this one…
April Wellness Goals
- Make it out to an in-person group run. I have been in my solo running bubble for well over a year now! The good news is that my running club buddies are ready to start meeting up again! But in addition to my regular crew, I’d really like to get out with City Fit Girls and the Trail Sisters. They have an upcoming group event so I want to make it happen.
- Practice 75 minutes of yoga per week. At the start of the year, I had a really consistent nightly yoga practice and even though it lasted 15 minutes, my body appreciated the time! Doing 75 minutes per week, or 15 minutes 5 days a week will give me more flexibility (no pun intended) to get that quality time on the mat! My lower back needs it!
- Avoid mindless snacking throughout the day. I think I’ve mentioned my Twizzlers addiction more than once, lol. It’s getting ridiculous. I do have healthier options, but I can get carried away with my portion sizes, even for my beloved Trader Joe’s Rainbow Trail Mix. So I want to keep that in check and see if that makes me feel better.
How would you grade your March’s fitness and wellness activities? What are you working on for April?
Well done on the foam rolling and stretching, Janelle!
I’ve found that it makes a big difference to my wellbeing. I’m sure that you will enjoy your yoga goal for April.
Thanks so much, Catrina! I’m already pleased to be getting back into yoga 🙂
Wow, your April goals should be my April goals. That mindless snacking…ugh.
Good luck!
Thank you, Denise!
You’re right! March was long! But you still did a solid job. I’ve been awful about mindless snacking this week. I need to get that in check.
Thank you! I think we all have our moments when the snacks are too tempting!
Those are good goals! Eliminating mindless snacking should be mine too- except that I’m not sure if I can call it “mindless.” I know exactly what I’m doing when I reach for those pretzels, ha ha! Good luck this month- I hope you make it out for a run (or several) with your girls!
Thank you so much, Jenny! Pretzels are definitely healthier than what I usually snack on, haha!
I’ve been trying to increase my afternoon walking as well now that it’s warmer. Adding in short bursts of yoga and stretching really help me. Good luck with your goals this month
Thank you, Deborah!
Excellent goals, Janelle! In March, I began an “at work candy fast.” We have a candy dish (I sit at the reception desk), and I’m in charge LOL of keeping it filled. While I didn’t indulge all day long, I did grab more than a piece or two, pretty much on the daily. I wasn’t gaining any weight from it, but I really don’t need any extra sugar in my diet. Thus far, my candy fast “streak” is still going strong. The good thing? I really don’t miss it!
Excellent goals, Janelle! In March, I began an “at work candy fast.” We have a candy dish (I sit at the reception desk), and I’m in charge LOL of keeping it filled. While I didn’t indulge all day long, I did grab more than a piece or two, pretty much on the daily. I wasn’t gaining any weight from it, but I really don’t need any extra sugar in my diet. Thus far, my candy fast “streak” is still going strong. The good thing? I really don’t miss it!
That would be SO hard for me to do, lol! I’m glad your candy fast has been going well! Kudos 🙂
Great job this month! I’ve been better about foam rolling and it feels really good. Hope you can get back to running with your group!
That is awesome about the stretching and foam rolling. I know what you mean about snacking. I am guilty of it too. I blame it on stress. 🙂
Thank you for linking up with us!
Thanks, Zenaida!
So happy that you’ve made foam rolling a habit! It makes such a difference, wish I could convince more runners of that. 🙂
Of course I also love that you’re aiming to be consistent with Yoga. It’s so much more important to do it consistently than to do it for a long time.
Of course, I don’t know how you do all this and work, and be a mother. You are super woman!
Our hikes have been short (mainly do to Mr. Judy, Bandit is a real hiking trooper!), but we’ve been getting out there. It helps that photography is his hobby. 🙂
I know you have seen me struggle with foam rolling for so long! I’m really glad to finally have it part of my routine!
Thanks so much for the kind words!
Great job with the foam rolling! It is so worthwhile and I can tell when I’m not doing it. Oh the mindless snacking. I can easily get carried away with that as well. Twizzlers and trail mix are both pretty irresistible.
Thanks, Marcia! Fortunately I’ve kicked the Twizzlers habit (for now)…out of sight, out of mind!
I’ve been impressed with how consistent you are with foam rolling – great job! My goal for April is to start doing Pilates again.
Thanks, Laura! I’m definitely noticing a difference too!