The title of this post pretty much says it all. The week started out with me in a front-row seat on the struggle bus and ended with the longest run I’ve had in a while. I’m linking up with Kim and Deborah for the Weekly Run Down – here’s how the week played out.
Sunday’s 8 miler
Week 14 – A down then up week
Monday — 2-mile walk and Yoga for hips. My plan called for a 3-mile recovery run, but my hip flexor clearly didn’t get the memo. So I opted for a walk instead to keep my #optoutside streak going.
Tuesday — 2-mile walk, otherwise rest. Of late, Tuesdays are a rest day, and with the hip flexor still not feeling 100%, another walk was the right call.
Wednesday — 3-mile run, Core & stretch. An early morning run in light rain calls for bringing your own sunshine.
Thursday — 2.5-mile walk, Strength for Runners, Core & Stretch. Stacked a couple of Peloton’s Strength for Runners classes which always feels like a good PT session.
Friday –– 3.1-mile run, Core & Stretch. This was the kind of run I wish I could bottle up! The weather was on-point (hello shorts!) and my stride felt strong and easy. Why can’t all runs feel this good?!
Focused on the weekend!
Saturday — 3.6-mile walk, Upper Body Strength, Core & Stretch
Sunday — 8-mile run, Stretch & Foam Rolling. I was a little worried going into this run because I just couldn’t seem to muster up any enthusiasm for the distance. There were a lot of “what ifs” about my hip flexor holding up which led to a lot of procrastinating before finally getting out the door. My hip flexor and the hill at mile 6 had words, but a little extra push from Eminem helped me to dig in and get this run done.
I can’t remember the last time I ran 8, so definitely finished the week on a higher note than where things started. Another plus for the week, I’m on day 11 of my #optoutside streak. I still need to keep an eye on this hip flexor. There are 7 weeks until the Run to Remember so no need to panic yet.
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I am sorry your hip flexor is still bothering you. That is my one spot that still gets pinchy feeling sometimes. Hope you feel good after your long run today!
The hip flexor can be such a tough spot to get under control.
I was so glad to see you got 8 miles in today! I struggled on my long run today and I hope it’s because I’m fighting off a cold. That is frustrating! Have a good week.
It really did feel good to get to 8! I hope you’re feeling better.
Great job with that 8-miler! Also, you totally rocked your walking game this week! I’m doing a recap of my 500-Day #OptOutside journey on Tuesday, in case you’re interested in reading about another fellow #optoutside streaker’s journey, LOL I hope your hip flexor calms down…that is a tricky spot to keep happy once it’s angered.
So true about the hip flexor.
Congrats on hitting 500 days!!
I’m so glad you see you finish the week on an UP note! Way to keep getting outside. I haven’t been as diligent with my runs but our walks are always outside. Hope the hip flexor continues to behave!
Thanks Marcia! The consistent outdoor time has been good for the soul.
Sorry that the week didn’t start off that great for you, but it sounds like it definitely ended on a high note! I find that Eminem can push me through anything. I have his music on all of my race playlists lol.
Yep, I agree about Eminem – he’s always a part of my playlists.
I’m glad your week ended on a high note. It makes it easy to forget the rough start to the week. All’s well that ends well!
Definitely nicer to end on a positive note!
Yay for an eight mile run! That must have felt amazing. Glad you ended the week strong. My hip is still doing funny things but I’m ignoring it. It seems to always be the same no matter what I do. Now I’m just hoping this is a phase that goes away soon.
Hope next week is a pure “up” week for you!
Sorry, your hip’s still giving you a hard time – such a tricky spot! I hope this phase goes away for both of us soon!
Congrats on 8 miles! Sounds like mostly a good week. I’m envious of those shorts — I haven’t definitely not been in a skirt yet (I don’t do shorts for running).
Thanks Judy 🙂
Well done, that’s great work! I only managed eight on Sunday by running five then meeting my friend, doing her rehab walk/run with her then running home! I’ve gone pathetic and can’t do it on my own any more!
Eight miles is eight miles – plus I think it’s nice you supported your friend!
I’m glad that the week finished on a high, good to see you bounced back. Entering the next week always feels a bit easier then.
Last week my study conducted a mandatory workshop about positivity and praising those around you. At first, it seemed irrelevant to the study program, but as the day went and we went through the exercises, we realized that it wasn’t just relevant to the program, but to life in general. We all went home feeling better about ourselves than we felt when we arrived.
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I’m so glad you had that long run. I am nervous about getting back up to distance again. It’s been tough coming back, especially when my running partner is also struggling. Patience and grace are key.
You’re doing great!