Good things for the month:
- PR’d the Chilly Half Marathon – I went 3 for 3 in PRs for my races this fall and I couldn’t be happier!
- I’m working with a chiropractor and after just a handful of sessions my ITB is noticeably improved.
- Started the Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge which has definitely helped keep my motivation level up post-race.
- Enjoying just running how far I want, when I want — everyone needs time off from a training plan
Things I could do without:
- Raynaud’s Disease– with the drop in temperatures in the last couple of weeks, the annual battle with Raynaud’s begins. Hand warmers and mittens become constant running companions now until Spring.
What’s up for December:
- I’m running with my brother in his first 5K – cannot wait!
- The Holiday Challenge has highlighted for me that I really need to do a better job getting enough fruits & veggies on a daily basis, so I’m going to focus on better meal planning.
- Meditation – I was trying to follow the Chopra Center’s latest 21-day challenge last month, but I didn’t make it a priority and I missed a bunch of days. So I downloaded the Challenge and will start again on December 1, seems like a good way to go into the holiday season, don’t ya think?
- Finish the year healthy and strong — continue the yoga classes, chiro visits and strength training. I would have loved to hit 1,000 miles for this year but with 137 miles left to go I’m not sure I’ll make it. Right now I think it is doing my body a lot of good to have back off the mileage so I don’t want to jeopardize that for a random goal.
How’s your year wrapping up? Any goals you’re still working towards?
I have raynauds disease as well. this morning 3 fingers on my right hand were white for a half hour AFTER i came inside! I hate it.
You’ve had a great running year Michelle! I’m also trying to keep my diet under control during the holiday season but otherwise, just enjoying having a break from formal training. WIll you keep your coach for next season?
What a great month you had! I started going to a chiro this fall, it’s interesting how different their point of view is on things. Hope it helps!
Congrats on a great month! I’m working towards a 10k in the spring, so I just keep on lacin’ up my shoes and hitting the road (or treadmill since I’m a wimp in the cold)!
Raynauds totally sucks! The worst for me is after I finish my run/work-out – if I don’t shower immediately then I lose all feeling in my fingers and they become so white you can almost see through them.
Wow, what a month!! Congrats on another PR!!
3 for 3 with PR’s in your races this fall-AMAZING!