Happy February! Can you believe that we’re starting another month today? Since it’s a new month, it’s time for new goals! π
Do you set monthly goals? I love doing these posts every month because it helps to hold me accountable, especially with my yearly goals. Sometimes it’s easy to get a little lazy with all of the day-to-day responsibilities that we have, but I always try to make my health a top priority.
First, let’s take a look at my goals from January:
Hit the 50 ride milestone on my Peloton bike
Grade: A
I DID IT! My next milestone will be 75 rides π
Finish one book
Grade: A
I finally finished a book this month. I have a habit of starting books but never finishing them. Last month I read ‘Shut Up and Run’. It was a good read but I think it would be more beneficial for new runners.
Get back on track with healthy eating
Grade: B+
While I was definitely better about this during January, there’s room for improvement. I find that I have no problem with my breakfast and lunch meals, but I could select better snacks and dinner options.
Here are my goals for February!
Do more workouts with weights
I’m committed to doing more weight workouts this month. It’s been hard to find the time, but even if I do at least 30 mins of weights 3x a week, that’s a good start. Plus I’ll be starting Orange Theory Fitness in March/April so I should try to work more on my strength now to prepare my body for their killer workouts!
Set up a training plan for Hot Chocolate 15K Philly
My first race of the season is April 6. I won’t need a super long training plan but I should get something started for this month. I’ve done this race once before and it’s pretty much a flat course. I would like to beat my previous finish time so maybe I’ll throw in some speed work too.
Consistent pre and post run stretching
Technically this shouldn’t even be a goal (because I should just do it automatically), but I’m taking baby steps! While I absolutely know this should happen before and after every workout, I have been know to skip it. My most common excuses – I’m just lazy or running short on time. Yup, those are crap excuses and I just need to find 5 minutes before and after a run to stretch. Also, I’m hoping that this helps with the tightness in my hips.
If you set monthly goals, what are your goals for February?
I’m linking up for Friday Five 2.0 with Lacey and Meranda from Fairytales and Fitness.
Wendy says
You know how much I love strength training. It’s been a game changer for me. Stretching? I’m still slacking on that. But after reading Good to Go (I’ll be reviewing it this month), I’ve learned that it’s not a big deal…
kookyrunner says
That’s interesting about what you read in that Good to Go book! I look forward to reading your review of that.
Marcia says
I’m still not as on track with healthy eating as I was before the holidays. Having the kids home so much due to cold weather is to blame I think. My only goal is to make it to Tokyo in one piece and finish with a smile and so far so good on that. Ha!
I love how you’ve embraced your Peloton bike!
kookyrunner says
I think the cold weather also makes me want comfort food more, which doesn’t help my waistline, lol. I am so excited for you to run Tokyo and have that experience – it’s going to be so cool!
I feel like the Peloton bike is my buddy now, haha
patrick@looneyforfood.com says
That dog made me laugh out loud! I need to stretch more, goals
kookyrunner says
Me too! lol
Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudy says
The stretching will definitely help your hips! But I get how hard it is to do everything.
I actually think 30 minutes of weights is a lot, most of my ST sessions are a lot shorter. I’m sure I could benefit from more, we keep losing muscle as we age, but then there’s the whole juggling act again.
Snacks can definitely be my downfall. π
kookyrunner says
I agree – 30 minutes of nothing but work with free weights is a great way to feel the burn!
Snacks are really my downfall – it’s horrible!
Farrah says
Great job on your goals for last month! I’m hoping to do more weight training and more stretching too! :] Best of luck this month!
kookyrunner says
Thanks so much Farrah!
Fairytales and fitness says
I pretty much took January off from any form of activity..haha. February is my month to get back at it! Glad you are having so much fin with your Peleton!
kookyrunner says
Sometimes taking some time off is a great way to relax and recharge!
Darlene says
Great job on hitting your goals.
I’m glad I don’t set any but I would be a total fail except for hitting 90 miles run this month.
I am so jealous of your peleton esp with the weather we are having.
I’m running my first Hot Chocolate 15k – apr 27 In Brooklyn.
kookyrunner says
I signed up for the HC 15K Philly race before finding out about the Brooklyn one. I think the one in Brooklyn should be a lot of fun!
Congrats on hitting 90 miles this month – that’s awesome, especially considering the weather!
Jenn says
Super distracted by the stretching Frenchie!
I want to do a Hot Chocolate Race! There aren’t any super close to me, which gives me all the sads.
My February goals include keeping my miles up for the 1019 in 2019 challenge. I also need to get back in the gym. NEED TO.
You did great and should be very proud. Your 2019 is rocking!
kookyrunner says
I think that the Hot Chocolate series is looking to expand to other cities so hopefully they will come to Florida soon!
You’re definitely on track to hit 1019 miles in 2019 – you had a great January!
Stephanie says
Awesome job with your January goals, it looks like you have some good ones set for February! Your stretching Frenchie is adorable!
kookyrunner says
Thanks Stephanie!
Becca | Rabbit Food Runner says
Nice job with January! My Feb goals are:
– Daily gratitude
– Healthy eating
– Core class 2 a week
kookyrunner says
Love your daily gratitude goal! I did something similar toward the end of last year and it really made me appreciate the little things.
Michelle @ Running with Attitude says
Nice job on your January goals!
I’m still off the mark on my eating – the cold weather is not helping…all I want is comfort food.
I want to do one of the Hot Chocolate races at some point – they look like a lot of fun!
kookyrunner says
Thanks Michelle!
Totally agree with you about the cold weather and comfort food – it’s been my downfall too.
Laurie says
The pre and post run stretching is one area I should do better. Thanks for the reminder. I think I will begin a new stretching regimen starting tomorrow!
kookyrunner says
No problem! I think we all need a reminder to get our stretches in!
Chaitali says
Sounds like you did a great job with the goals in January! I love the dog stretching photo π
kookyrunner says
Lol thanks! It’s one of my favorite dog memes on the internet π
Kimberly Hatting says
While I don’t do heavy-duty strength-training, I LOVE the maintenance work I do. I love the feel of tired muscles π My big goal for February is to do 1,000 flights of stairs (as part of a challenge at my place of work).
kookyrunner says
Whoa, 1,000 flights of stairs?! That’s an awesome goal for this month and I know you will crush it!
De Bolton says
I dont set monthly goals. Just 10 goals and work on them month after month until I cross them off. Maybe I should set a monthly goal?!
kookyrunner says
I like the way you do your goals too!
Jen says
Iβm doing the Minneapolis Hot Chocolate 15 k!
kookyrunner says
That’s awesome! It’s a really fun race series.
Megan @ Meg Go Run says
I need to do more weight training too! I am usually consistent at 2-3 times per week but I’ve been REALLY enjoying running lately so it has taken a backseat to like once per week. π
kookyrunner says
It’s really hard to find the time to fit everything in!
Elaine says
Iβm working on emotional growth so Iβm consistently making an effort to tune in to my emotions as well as others.
I like that you set goals and reflect on your accomplishments each month! It creates a sense of awareness and focus on whatβs the most important for you.
kookyrunner says
I love that you are focusing on emotional growth – that’s something I need to continually work on.
The Accidental Marathoner says
I don’t usually set monthly goals but I always love reading yours and seeing how you do at the end of each month! I, too, need to get more strength training in. I absolutely love it, but I’ve really fallen off of that train.
kookyrunner says
I think I will try to do a quick strength workout after some of my runs – at least that way I’m getting in something!