Well hello, July! How about a quick catch up over coffee?
If we were having coffee, I’d tell you that I feel like I’m being pushed to my limits with this heat. I’m trying hard to stay positive on my runs, but physically I don’t ever remember struggling so much with even the easiest of runs. Is it hotter this year? Is it just age? Let’s go with it being hotter, LOL!
If we were having coffee, I’d tell you that despite it being hotter than Hades, we’ve made great progress on our patio project. We’re laying pavers tomorrow and will hopefully be done by the end of the weekend!
If we were having coffee, I’d tell you that there is quite the crew of bloggers heading to RnR Chicago and I cannot wait to catch-up with everyone! It’s been a while since I’ve been able to slip out of town for a few days – the change of scenery and the company will be great! (While I know it’s getting late for Chicago, don’t forget you can use code RNRRNB2018 for $15 off on RnR half marathons and marathons).
Chicago here I come!
If we were having coffee, I’d tell you that I’ve been loving the slower pace of the summer as it’s given me a chance to come up for air and catch up with friends. Whether for a power walk, cocktails, or dinner out I’ve been trying to catch up with a friend at least once a week. After feeling like I’ve just been plowing through “must do’s” over the past couple of months, it’s good to get re-connected!
If we were having coffee, I’d tell you that I’m really enjoying kickboxing even more than I thought I would! Such a great totally body workout…and never underestimate the stress-relieving benefits of hitting something.
I’m linking up with Coco and Deborah for the Ultimate Coffee Date.
I’m also linking up with Meranda, Lacey, and Rachel for the Friday Five.
What would you tell me over coffee? Tell me something you’ve been loving lately?
That’s awesome that you have been enjoying kickboxing! It’s nice when you take a new class and actually like it!
See you in Chicago in two weeks!
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Kickboxing really is a blast! You should try it sometime.
I wish I was going to Chicago but it is not going to work out this year. Hopefully this heat will die down a bit. It has been brutal this past week.
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Sorry you won’t be at Chicago. Hope to see you at a race soon!
I cannot wait to meet you in 2 weeks. I hope and pray it’s cooler for the race. I’m still pushing myself to do the half but if I have to drop down to the 10k, I will.
Can’t wait to meet you too!
Cannot wait to meet you IRL in Chicago! Kickboxing is so much fun and a great workout. It’s fun to mix it up sometimes. Thanks for joining for coffee
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It is fun to mix things up! Can’t wait to meet you too!
Yes, this heat! I have been escaping it by heading into the woods and trail running. Although trying not to complain because we don’t get many hot days in New Hampshire. Cool about Rn’R Chicago! Sounds like a blast!
Heading to the woods sounds like a smart choice!
I am with you on this heat, it is just terrible!!!! I am glad you are enjoying kickboxing, that is my favorite cardio workout and I LOVE to teach it! 🙂
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That’s great that you teach kickboxing! So much fun!
Am I the only blogger not going to Chicago?
So jealous.
Never done kickboxing but it sounds like a great de/st-stressor. .
It is a great de-stressor – perfect post-work workout 😉
I used to t4ach Kickboxing and it s a great workout. Im sorry the weather is affecting your run. Hoping this heatwave breaks and you can get back to working on your goals.
OMG, you’re going to Chicago too? Maybe I should just go without racing. 🙂
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Yes! Come for the fun – we have to meet up at some point! 😉
I have been hearing so many bloggers talk about going to Chicago! One of these years I will make it. I hope everyone has a really great time racing and meeting up!
I have not done a kickboxing class in ages, but I really used to love it!
I would tell you that I have enjoyed my summer travels so far, but I am really ready for some quality time in my own bed! LOL
Travel is fun, but I agree that time in your own bed is a good thing.
Kickboxing is great as exercise & great as stress relief, for sure!
My summer is kind of devoted to running, since I’m running longer than I ever have before — and I’m totally grateful to have a treadmill the last few weeks. It was brutal!
Chicago should be awesome. I’ll be off running my own race — I’m funny that way. 🙂
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That’s great that you’re running longer than ever before!
The heat has been a challenge!
I always feel it in my abs the next day after kickboxing!
YAY!!! Chicago is almost here!!!! I’m glad kick boxing has been a good fit for you….maybe I ought to give it a go?
The heat is a real challenge for me as well- so I have been changing it up to, going to the gym but so far no kick-boxing, but I have heard it is an amazing workout, so I may try it soon!
It is definitely hotter than normal this summer. We seem to be breaking heat records all over the place.
Kickboxing is a fabulous stress-busting workout! LOL at using creative imaging on the bag for an extra stress-busting boost.
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Imaging on the bag is definitely helping LOL!
Chicago sounds like so much fun… having a little fomo here 🙂
It should be a fun weekend 🙂
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Great Post!! Thanks.
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