For those of you in college or with a kid in college or who work at a college, the end of August marks the beginning of a new academic year. For me, this means I worked a crazy amount of hours over the last week and weekend as we welcomed in a new class of first-year students. I am thankful the semester officially starts today and I will soon get into a routine with regular work hours.
Training
Friday: 10 miles, 2:07:03, 12:42 overall pace
Saturday: 3.36 miles, 39:31, 11:47 overall pace
Sunday: Runner's World Core Workout
Holy shit, friends. That RW Core Workout is NO JOKE! I like to think I'm reasonably in shape (I mean, I ran 13 miles this weekend!) but this 20 minute routine had me feeling like I'd never worked out in my life. That means it's working, right?!
Best Run
Friday night's 10 miles were solid. Really, truly, solid. The weather was perfect and the trail was absolutely beautiful. I felt strong and healthy, unlike how I've felt most of this summer. Here's hoping this is a good omen for fall racing season.
Bravo Moment
Through all the activities at work this weekend, with lots of access to college campus food (cookies, brownies, and long hours on my feet, I stuck to my food plan and only ended up -5 with weekly Smart Points. Oh yeah, and I ran 10 freaking miles on a Friday night before a 14 hour Saturday at work! π
Quote of the Week
Man, this one speaks to me on so many levels. I feel like sometimes I wait too long to take advantage of opportunities and my "ship" leaves without me. So this week, let's just get to swimming. π
Also, congratulations to Tammy S. for winning my Runner's World Half & Festival race entry giveaway! Don't forget, you can save 10% on any race registration by using the code "SPARKLYRUNNER" at check out. Hope to see you on the race course in October!
Have a great week, friends!
Keep up the great work, Sarah!
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DeleteAwesome job on your long run! I am desperately trying to get back into running after taking a few months off. I just signed up for a 6.6k race in October - so at least that will make me get my butt out there. Might have to run/walk until I get back into shape.
ReplyDeleteThat first run after some time off is the hardest- just get out there and get the first one done- it'll only get easier from there! Good luck!
DeleteSarah you put so much weekly mileage in, crazy! I took some time off from running last week and I will continue with the break this week. Got a little problem with one of my knees and I need some rest. Keep doing what you're doing, just followed you on Insta. Cheers, Vic
ReplyDeleteGood move listening to your body- sometimes it just needs rest! Good luck!
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