Happy Sunday! Yikes – what a week! It started off really well but I had some trouble on Saturday’s long run. This week of training didn’t quite go as planned (more on that later), but I’m happy to put this week behind me and move forward.
Here’s my recap for week 10 of marathon training:
Monday, September 9
OrangeTheory Fitness (Endurance) – 60 minutes.
I probably should have taken a rest day but I was already signed up for class and I didn’t want to cancel. There were a lot of push paces on the treadmill and toward the end of the treadmill block my legs were very angry with me. Luckily they were able to recover a bit once we hit the floor for weights. We ended the class on the rower which was really hard!
Also, in an unexpected twist, I received a promotion and raise at work! I think I’ve mentioned this on the blog before but the past year has been a bit crazy and I’ve taken on a lot more responsibilities. It feels good to know that my work hasn’t gone unnoticed!
Tuesday, September 10
6 mile run + core work (20 minutes).
I ended up doing this workout later on in the evening since I didn’t do it in the morning. When my alarm went off at 5am I just looked at it was like “nah” and went back to sleep. I was feeling a little bit tired form Sunday’s race and Monday’s OTF workout so the extra sleep was probably needed.
Wednesday, September 11
2 mile run + Bootcamp (60 minutes)
I needed to get in a few miles and strength training so I decided to combine the two and take a Peloton bootcamp class. The format of the class is great because it’s approximately 30 minutes on the treadmill and 30 minutes with weights. The instructor mixed up the class by doing 15 mins running and 15 minutes strength training, then repeating that cycle. After the class I ran another 2 miles to get me to a total of 5 miles. It was a nice way to break up the workout.
Thursday, September 12
Rest Day.
This was an unexpected rest day. I woke up early to do my run but my knees were super achy so I went back to bed. I had a crazy busy day at work so by the time I got home, I didn’t feel like working out. It actually ended up being a blessing in disguise because I was able to take care of some housekeeping on my blog and for a few BibRave campaigns that I’m currently doing.
Friday, September 13
5 mile run + core work (20 minutes).
This was a good run because I broke in my new sneakers. These are the same sneakers I’ve been using all year, just a different color. There’s just something about running in a new pair of sneakers – they were so springy!
After my race on Sunday I noticed that my feet were sore. I took a look at my Garmin App to check the miles on my sneakers and it was at 410 – so obviously it was time to retire those sneakers!
Thanks for all the miles!
Saturday, September 14
12 mile long run.
Well it was bound to happen, my first really crappy long run of training. I was supposed to do 16 miles but had to call it at 12 and even that was a struggle. There could be a few reasons why this run didn’t go that well, but I hate to make excuses. I’m just going to chalk it up to a small “blip” in my otherwise pretty good training. Next weekend I have 18-20 miles so I’m going to focus on moving onward and making that a great run!
That face says it all
Sunday, September 15
Spinning (60 minutes).
Woke up with a stiff lower back but it loosened up once I started moving around.At first I thought about making up the missing mileage from yesterday, but decided to do a spinning class since I haven’t done any spinning this week. Class wasn’t harder than usual but I felt really out of breathe at certain points. I had some issues with my lower back and breathing on yesterday’s run so this didn’t surprise me, but I got through the class!
Total Weekly Mileage: 30.2 miles
Marathon Training Miles: 265.7 miles
Summary: 5 runs, 1 spinning classes, 2 strength training workouts, 2 core workouts
Grade This Week – A
Overall, it wasn’t a bad week at all (except for the run on Saturday). I was still able to get in a good amount of miles so I can’t complain at all. I’m going to change up a few things this upcoming week and see if that helps make my next long run go smoother. I’m not sure if my allergies are just back with vengeance or if I might be coming down with something. Either way, I’m dedicating the rest of Sunday to some self care and meal prepping for next week.
Source. Love this Self Care Sunday graphic!
So totally unrelated to my training, but I came across the below on Twitter earlier this week. All I can say is “ugh!”
She said something pretty stupid about Peloton earlier the year and got pushback (rightfully so), so I guess she just likes putting her foot in her mouth. I just don’t understand the point of tweets like this. I can understand if she wanted to open up a discussion but this isn’t the right way to do it. Also, who cares if someone runs with their phone? Isn’t it better to be safe than sorry? I just hate the judgmental tone of the tweet, that’s all.
That’s it! I hope you had a great week 🙂
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I think you are totally doing the smart thing by choosing to move on from the “bad” run. They happen, and usually from out of the blue (which makes them even more frustrating LOL). Congrats on the job promo!! That’s excellent, and well-deserved 😉
Thanks Kim 🙂 I don’t know why I’m always “surprised” by the bad long run. I know that they are always going to happen, lol.
Thanks for the congrats on the job promotion 🙂
huge congrats on your promotion at work. It is always nice to know that your work is appreciated. Another super solid workout week for you! I should try that Peloton tread/weights class. Although that would mean I would have to get on my treadmill 🙂
Thanks so much Deborah!
For the boot camp class I use my treadmill and just try to mimic the speed and incline that they use.
Congrats on that promotion and raise at work!!! That’s just great!!! Sounds like your body just needed a little break this week. I bet things will go much better next week!
What is wrong with Sally Bergesen? Who cares if people run with their phones? I do because you know what, it’s not safe anywhere!!!
Thanks so much Wendy! I’m still feeling a little off today but I hope that whatever this is will pass – I’ve felt like I am half asleep since Saturday night lol.
I think that Sally tweets stuff out like this for attention. She’s like I’m bored today, let me tweet something crazy, LOL
Congrats on the promotion! that’s awesome! It always feels good to be recognized for hard work.
I’m sorry about the crappy run. They do happen, unfortunately. If I’d tried to run Saturday I probably would’ve been lucky to get 3, I was just that exhausted. Today was a much better day (still tired, but not wiped out). Hopefully you will have a much better long run next week!
Thanks so much Judy – i’m still really excited about it!
Congratulations on your promotion and raise! What a great feeling after taking on so much more work, way to go!
Um..what? Why would she tweet that? I am so surprised. I run with my phone quite a bit, because, well, I broke my leg on the ice and was really darn happy to have it on me.
Thanks Jessie – It was a great surprise!
I’m not sure why she would tweet that either as I would think many people, male or female, run with their phone. I do a lot of my runs solo so I always have it on me!
Congrats on the promotion and raise at work! It’s nice to be rewarded for your hard work. We all have long runs we would rather forget. I predict you will have a great one next week.
Thanks Laurie! I’m also keeping my fingers crossed that my long run goes better this weekend.
Yay on the promotion at work! That’s fantastic!! I though of you when I was running in Chicago— you’re going to have t last! That run is done — you’ll do great moving onward!
Thanks so much Coco!
So that Peloton boot camp class sounds like something I need to try!! I know your 12 miler was rough, but bad runs happen..ugh! You have been doing great with your training, so just keep moving forward!!
And that tweet about the phone….does she do this for attention? Come on, there have been so many incidents with bad things happening to female runners…why would anyone not carry a phone? I have mine for safety more than anything else!
Thanks Angela! And yes, I’m putting that bad long run behind me and hoping that my 18-20 miler this Saturday goes way better!
I’m pretty sure Sally tweets like that for attention, but it’s definitely not the type of attention she should be bringing to her company.
Huge congrats on your promotion and raise! It’s great that all of your hard work is being recognized!
I’m sorry your long run didn’t go so well but I know next week will go better for you.
I saw that tweet from Sally Bergesen – seriously what is her deal?! I cannot believe she thought carrying a phone was something to pass judgment on – hello…safety!!
Thanks so much Michelle – it was a really nice surprise, especially on a Monday!
It seems like Sally just LOVES to put her foot in her mouth on Twitter. I just don’t understand the big deal about running with a phone – I would think most runners do, lol.
Woo Hoo, congrats on the promotion and raise! Cha ching! idk who Sally Bergesen is maybe I’ll look her up on my phone while I’m running tomorrow. Or maybe I’ll just save the energy and wish everyone good luck with their training next week.
Your comment just made me LOL 🙂
Congrats on the work promotion! That’s got to feel great. And wtf is up with Sally’s tweet? I’ve seen her Insta stories and she clearly runs with her phone. Besides, there’s plenty of reasons to run with your phone other than being a mom. Maybe she’s just trying to stir the pot for business?
Thanks so much Angela – it was such a great surprise!
I’m not sure what is up with Sally but it seems that she likes to stir the pot on Twitter for some reason.
In preparation for my race, I’ve also done a lot of run strength training. My intervals haven’t been as long as 15min, but I’ve found it really shakes things up and running after a set of squats (or other exercise) is so tough!
Congratulations on that promotion (and raise!)!!!! You know what this means right? Even more race registrations and running outfits, LOL! Well done.
LOL at more race registrations because that is so true! I’m also thinking how I can fit some more racecations in my schedule for 2020, haha
Congrats on your promotion.
I’m always amazing on how many mikes runners who work get in.
Lousy runs happen.
We’ve all had them. Hope the next will be better.
Thanks so much Darlene! I’m still feeling a bit off today but hoping whatever this is will pass so I can get in my 18-20 miler on Saturday.
Congrats on the promotion and raise! It’s such a great feeling when people appreciate your hard work 🙂 Sorry about that long run. I hope self-care Sunday helped out and you’re feeling better.
Yes indeed – such a great feeling and it was a nice boost to an otherwise very long Monday, lol.
Woohoo on the work promo & $$! So awesome when stuff like that happens! I carved out for some recovery self care on Saturday. Sometimes it’s so easy just to put self care on the back burner. Sorry about the long run – but so funny about your shirt backing it up. haha! Just teasing ya 🙂 Get back at it next week. It has to be better, right? Besides that, your week has been solid. Great job!!
Thanks so much Lisa – I am pretty excited!
LOL – I really think my shirt should have said “World’s Worst Runner” on Saturday – man that was such a brutal run! But I know this upcoming weekend will be better.
yeah the tone of that tweet is annoying… if she wanted to open a conversation she should have just asked “why do you run with your phone?” or “what prevents you from leaving your phone behind when you go out on runs?” She was in DC this weekend actually. DC has one of the biggest Oiselle chapter I guess and she’s teamed up with one of my favourite local store… but I’m not on the volee team so I skipped that this week…
Exactly, the tone can make such a difference and she set herself up for pushback since the tone was very condescending.
Huge congrats on your promotion! And great job this week. Sorry about your long run, but hopefully the next one will be better! I run with my phone and can’t imagine running without it. And I don’t even use it for music or anything.
Thanks so much Lisa!
Same for me with my phone. I use my ipod for music but still carry my phone with me, especially for my solo runs. You just never know what might happen.
Yahoo for a promotion and raise! Always a great feeling to have hard work pay off!
Even though you had a rough run, I am still proud of you! And your choice to leave it in the past is the best way to approach it!
Cheers to a great week ahead and to an amazing long run this weekend!
On that tweet is a little cray! People like that just want attention!
Thanks so much Esther! Your kind words mean more than you know 🙂
OMG, congratulations on your promotion and raise! That’s such an awesome (and well deserved) surprise! I’m so happy for you!
I’m sorry your long run didn’t go as planned. I feel like everyone is struggling this go-round. lI don’t know if it’s the weather or something in the air or what. You’ve been doing so great with everything, though so don’t be too discouraged.
You know, almost every time I go to Twitter, I see a pot-stirring type tweet from that account. I guess it’s ok to drum up conversation but there are certainly nicer ways to say it.
Thanks so much for the kind words Jenn!
Totally agree with what you said about the tweet – sometimes it’s all about the delivery
Another great week of training!! You make me really want to try Orange Theory too. Looks like a great challenge!
Thanks Kaila! I hope you will take an OTF class soon 🙂
Congratulations on the well deserved recognition.
I agree with Jenn’s comment that “You know, almost every time I go to Twitter, I see a pot-stirring type tweet from that account. I guess it’s ok to drum up conversation but there are certainly nicer ways to say it.”
I truly think she enjoys the attention from the shit stirring. It gets brand awareness and attention. I personally am not a fan of that strategy or her general condescension, but she’s far from alone in that.
Sorry you had a rough long run. Hope you have a good rebound week
Thanks so much Cari! 🙂
I agree with you – I am not a fan at all of the shit stirring strategy at all. I don’t really own any Oiselle clothing anyway but her attitude would make me hesitant to buy anything from the company.