It wasn’t the greatest week ever in terms of running. I got all my runs in, but there was no quality in terms of speedwork and all of them felt harder than they “should” have. But that’s a-okay since officially Gasparilla training doesn’t fire up for a couple of weeks. I’m on a bit of a mini-runbattical, if you will.
Monday: Rest
Tuesday: Strength/Yoga
Wednesday: Run 6 Trail Miles
Thursday: Rest
Friday: Run 8 miles (sucked)
Saturday: CrossFit
Sunday: Run 6 Trail Miles (better than expected)
After 6 weeks on a new, lower dose thyroid med, I suspect tanking T3 is to blame for my sluggish nature lately. According to my Garmin, my VO2max dropped a full 2 points this week. It called all but one of my runs “unproductive”. Basically if I don’t take walk breaks, it tells me I’m “over reaching”. Rude. So I’m taking walk breaks.
What do you do when running sucks? You go somewhere that brings out your joy. For me that’s the trails. The weather has been stellar all week and I want to get in as much trail enjoyment as possible before winter really sets in and they become unrunnable.
While my running is sucking wind, I’m progressing really nicely on the strength front, and that has me feeling great. You know I love me some strong. I build muscle easily and, while I did not lose weight this week, I didn’t gain any over Thanksgiving either. I gained muscle and lost fat so its all good.
Other fun this week
We celebrated December birthdays with the in-laws. I didn’t take a single pic.
Lunch with Wendy. I stole her pic.
Ozzypup and I took a nice hike and snipped greenery to make my outdoor planters a little more festive.
Hot List
Here’s what I’m especially loving this week:
Nike Pro Hyper Warm Base Layer. I needed a base layer like another hole in the head but I couldn’t resist this one and it did not disappoint. Even though it hasn’t been terribly cold here yet, I know this top will be a star. It even has thumb holes.
Adizero Track Jacket. I’d wanted a light windbreaker for a long time. But here it’s often too hot or too cold so I couldn’t justify the lightness of one. When I got one from the Utah Valley Half Marathon, I fell in love. I love that one so much, when I saw this one from Adidas on sale, I couldn’t resist. It totally does the trick on breezy days.
Mizuno Wave Sky. My first pair of Sky performed so well at the Berlin Marathon (not a blister or black toenail in sight) I treated myself to a new pair. Aren’t they pretty? Now all I need is a marathon to train for…or not….
How was your week? Is it unseasonably warm where you are? Is your holiday decor up? Did you treat yourself to Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals?
The weather was a little off this week here as well. I didn’t even need a jacket after work on Tuesday!
I got a few cyber monday deals – actually way better deals than Black Friday – go figure!
Love that you were able to meet up with Wendy! I look forward to meeting both of you in person one day 🙂
When running sucks it’s still better than sitting at my desk all day! Sometimes it feels like my legs are full of lead, but I honestly believe it’s all about accumulated miles over time. Even the sucky miles are better than no miles at all.
I can’t believe your Garmin would say your runs are unproductive. Regardless you are out there running which is much more productive than anyone sitting on the couch:)
Our weather has been unseasonably warm (at least in the afternoons), but I know that’s about to come to a crashing halt. Reality. I treated myself to some new kicks via the extended Black Friday deals from the Brooks site (sorry #notsorry). Your new shoes are SOOOO Pretty, which is key to running success 😉
Ooh I do like that Nike top hey sometimes we just need a new cozy shirt. I really can be a shopping enabler anytime you need one 🙂
LOTS of slow, low HR MAF miles almost all year….and today I ran a semi-decent 5k. Now, if I could just get the foot to cooperate.
Someone has a birthday soon….. 🙂
It was warmer than usual here the past week or so but I have a feeling that will change soon! Last week was good for me running-wise but the past couple days I just haven’t felt like running, which is so weird for me! I’m trying to listen to my body and give myself a break. I just hope to get back out there when the weather is still decent!
OK. This is a superficial, at 🙂 but I freaking love that Nike base layer and I need to make it mine!!!
Yes, my holiday decorations are up. I felt behind all week since neighbors got their decorations up when I was out of town. I feel better now, and I like how festive my neighborhood looks.
Oh man! I saw that Nike base layer top at TJMaxx and passed it up. Damnit! We could have been twins with that top and our Thermoballs! LOL
We need more lunch!
I love my Nike windbreaker. It just gives you that extra layer.
I’m not feeling festive this year…not sure why.
My Fla races isn’t until Mar 17 so I’m on a break too.
I haven’t had a chance to wear the jacket we got in Utah. I’ll have to try and remember IF it is cool enough. I need new shoes but haven’t yet added-to-cart. I have my decor up but I’m not sure why. I don’t think I’m hosting Christmas this year. Seems like a lot of wasted effort. Warm? You should see the tan lines from the PCB run. Thanks for linking!
It has been really warm here and it’s amazing!! I’ll take 40-60 degree weather any time in November/December! Ohh! Gasparilla…..that’s been on my list for the last two years. I’m not quite sure when I’ll make it down for that but one of these years I will! Have you run it before?
I’ve had issues getting back to running, but I agree, when things are tough, hitting the trails is always a good idea.
It’s still so dang warm and humid here which makes it hard to get in the holiday spirit …it’s supposed to be cold when you’re decorating for Christmas! But I did get the house decorated before leaving for PCB. I’m loving the colors on that Nike base layer …maybe I’ll treat myself to an early Christmas gift! 🙂
I ended up not running at all the past week but I did do a barre and yoga class. Oh well! Sometimes our runs aren’t great, but I’m with you – the trails always make me happier!
The Mizunos look great! I keep saying I’ll go shoe shopping and then it never happens…
Trails bring me joy too! Love the Nike top! Hoping to put up all our Christmas decor this weekend!
Super cute base layer!
I wish I had some trails I did not have to drive too…I have gotten lazy about getting in the car, but I do love trail running.