It feels like I've taken a long break from training this winter- part of this is my normal routine. After a marathon, I usually need at least a month of easy, no-training-plan running. But it seems like my month has turned into almost eight weeks of not really doing anything. Work is partly to blame but so is a lack of motivation.
With this training hiatus, I can definitely notice the difference in how I feel every day both physically and mentally. My body aches, it feels like I've gained 10 pounds, and I feel sluggish and slow.
So, with only eight weeks until the Steel Challenge (Pittsburgh 5k + half marathon), it's time for me to regroup, refocus, and set myself up for success with a training plan that will help me cross both finish lines feeling in-shape and awesome.
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| Excited for this anniversary bling! Source. |
Saturday: 3.1 mile run, 11:59 overall pace
Sunday: 2.5 mile run, 12:19 overall pace
Speed work, strength training, and cross training must be included in my training plan for the next eight weeks- I definitely have my work cut out for me this spring!
Best Run
Saturday's 5k was actually really enjoyable, considering that I hadn't run in over 14 days (yikes!). I decided to go off-road and run through the fields surrounding my house instead of the normal roads/sidewalks and it was honestly quite fun having a change of scenery.
Bravo Moment
I ran without a shirt on this weekend when I got overheated and didn't totally hate how I looked. That's a bravo in my book any day!
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| Mud means spring is coming soon, right? Right?! |
Quote of the Week
I'm building towards that comeback every damn day.
How do you stay motivated to training/healthy living when life gets in the way?
Sarah, you look beautiful on your run! How freeing to do that and feel good. I love your blog and Instagram- you’re an inspiration to me.
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