Happy Sunday! Well, I was back at it this week! This was the first official full week of work after the holidays and boy did it feel like it. Anyone else feel like they had a bit of a holiday hangover this week? I guess that was bound to happen but it was still a bit of a surprise, lol.
I actually felt great this week. All of my workouts went well. I’m kind of in a weird limbo right now since I’m not training for any races, but I still want to make sure that I’m getting in quality workouts. My next race is the Hot Chocolate 15K on April 6. I don’t think I’ll really follow a training plan for that race but I will have to increase my mileage starting in February. Hopefully by then my PF will be under control.
This week I have the honor of bring a guest co-host for the Weekly Wrap! I’m filling in for Holly. If you’re new to the Weekly Wrap, basically is a super fun linkup hosted by Holly and Wendy for fitness bloggers to share their weekly or race recaps. If you linkup, please be sure to comment on other posts. We’re here to support each other!
Here were my workouts for this week:
Monday, January 7
Lunchtime Walk (30 minutes) + Hip Hop Peloton Spinning Class (30 minutes) + Resistance Band Workout (10 minutes).
It was a little brisk on my afternoon walk but it felt good to get out of the office. The spinning class was fantastic and the playlist was SO SO good. Every song was great and the 30 minutes went by so quickly.
Tuesday, January 8
4.5 mile run + 5 min post run stretch (Peloton) + Resistance Band Workout (10 minutes).
This run went well. It was dark, rainy and foggy outside so I took it to the treadmill. I didn’t have any foot pain during the run, but a little tightness after the run. After using the lacrosse ball post run, it quickly went away.
Wednesday, January 9
Lunchtime Walk (30 minutes) + Peloton HIIT Cardio (10 minutes) + Boot Camp (60 minutes).
The combination of the HIIT class and boot camp was just the sweat that I needed after a long day!
I also did an ‘About Me’ post on Instagram if you want to check it out.
Thursday, January 10
Hip Hop Spinning (45 minutes) + 3.5 mile run + Resistance Bands workout (10 minutes).
I knew I needed to get in a run, but I also wanted to spin, so I decided to do both!
Friday, January 11
Yoga (30 minutes).
After a few tough workouts this week, I knew my body need a good stretch.
Saturday, January 12
5 mile run + Peloton post-run quad stretch (5 minutes).
I had an 8am appointment so I hit the treadmill early in the morning to get in my miles.
Sunday, January 13
Spinning (60 minutes) + Peloton Walking Class (20 minutes) + Resistance Band Workout (10 minutes).
This was my first time taking a walking class. I didn’t really know what to expect but between the heavy incline and the pace, it was a great mini workout after my spinning class!
Total Weekly Mileage: 13 miles
Summary: 3 runs, 3 spinning classes, 4 resistance band workout, 1 HIIT class, 1 Walking Class and 1 Boot Camp class.
Grade This Week ā A
Monday was the kick off to the Peloton Winter Launch Challenge. For this challenge all you have to do is take one class daily for 30 straight days. Iām looking forward to mixing things up for the challenge and taking cycling, running, strength, yoga, boot camp and stretching classes. The app has SO many different classes ranging from 5-60 minutes so I think it’s definitely realistic to complete this challenge!
Yesterday I finished reading Shut Up and Run. Overall I think it would be a great book for anyone that is new to running. Although I didn’t learn anything new, I found the book to be super motivating.
Thank you all for your tips on dealing with plantar fasciitis. I made a list of all of your suggestions and this is what I’m been doing this week:
– Rolling my foot on a lacrosse ball. I keep one at work and at home so that I can do it throughout the day.
– Stopped wearing heels to work. I have a few pairs of really cute shoes that have more of a wedge heel so I’ve been wearing those. I also have a really nice pair or supportive flats that I can wear as well.
– Rolling my foot on a frozen water bottle.
– Foam rolling twice a day. My calf is still pretty tight š
– Shorter runs. I’m keeping my runs to under 6 miles. Luckily it has NOT hurt on any runs this week (knock on wood).
– Stretching, stretching and more stretching
– Toes pose (yoga). Can I just say how much this hurts?!
– Compression socks. I have been running with the marathon (tall) socks and I sleep with the low (ankle) compression socks.
I’ve noticed that I don’t feel the discomfort as much now when I wake up in the morning so I’ll take that as a win! Definitely not healed, but at least it’s slightly better š
Before ending this post I also wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to anyone that joined the Tuesday Topics Linkup this week. It was our very first post and Zenaida and I appreciate the support! Also the winners from our giveaway were Deborah and Hannah – Congrats ladies!
That’s it for this week!
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I did not know you were hosting the WW this week! fun! Thanks for getting me on board with the Peloton challenge I am loving trying new classes. The frozen ice bottle helped a lot for me. I also used a heating pad on my feet in the morning while eating breakfast seemed to help. PF is the worst!
No problem! I knew that you would definitely want to do the Peloton challenge this month.
Using a heating pad for PF sounds really good – I will try that first thing in the morning when I wake up – thanks for the tip!
You had a busy week!! Ironically, as much skepticism as I have had about the elliptical, I did two 30-minute sessions on it and ((oddly)) I kind of enjoyed them. I’m not really tracking the “mileage” as legit, but I know the cardio is. It actually feels like a more effective workout (for me) than equal time on the treadmill.
I love that you are still sticking with the elliptical. I know it’s not your favorite piece of equipment, but I feel like you’re *maybe* starting to enjoy your workouts on it more?
Congrats to Deborah and Hannah!
I’m with you on the holiday hangover – also my first full week at work since November
Glad your treatments are helping your foot. Having the balls handy are so help
Did you have an 8 a appt and therefore run before it on Saturday? Wonder woman!
Oh and penguins. Knew I liked you for a reason š
LoL, thanks! How can anyone not love penguins?! They are so smart and cute.
Thanks Cari! Yes, having the balls at work and at home have been super helpful. That way I feel like I’m constantly able to do something to make my foot feel better.
Yup, I had an 8am appt and if I didn’t run before I knew I wouldn’t be able to run until that evening, so I was on the treadmill by 6:15am!
That is impressive!
What a busy week.
Glad you hear that your running has been pain-free.
Someday I need to try spinning.
Thanks so much Darlene!
Great week Kim! Fun that’s you’re guest hosting the weekly wrap. I must not check in this early on Sundays, it isn’t even officially open yet š
I’m glad that the collective running community offered so good advice for your PF and that it’s feeling better.
You are loving that Peloton! How cool!
Hehe I had the same “problem” with the early hour. East coast Wrap co-host has us all off kilter š
Thanks Jessie! Sorry, I should have included in my post that the link up doesn’t open up until 3pm CST!
Yes, the running community really came through with suggestions and I’ve been doing all of them – and it’s working!
I had no idea that Peloton had such a variety of classes!
I’ll be in limbo after my half. Probably focusing on 5ks . . . too bad there aren’t many 10ks around here, the distance seems to suit me.
Sounds like you had a lot of interesting variety this week!
Right? I think they are starting to do a better job at advertising all the classes they have available, but I still like so spread the word!
I agree with you – there aren’t many 10ks available around here either.
I think a 30 day challenge is tough, even if it can be met in only a few minutes. You still have to plan and follow through. It will be great to have that consistency. I’m glad all the PF tips seem to be helping. It’s evil but can be beaten! Thanks for helping with the Weekly Wrap. I am working (at home) today and have to travel tomorrow, so I don’t think I’ll be able to join the Tuesday Topics again … unless the wi-fi on Amtrak is better than usual tomorrow night?
That’s very true. I find myself trying to make sure that I have a plan for what Peloton class I want to take, especially if it’s not spinning. I will say that the stretch classes are short but very effective!
For Tuesday Topics we keep the link up open all week if you want to join it later on in the week!
Great work this week: well done! And good news the PF is receding. Love all your happy pics and great t-shirts!
Thanks so much Liz!
I feel like i am in the same “limbo” as you. However, you are rocking it with the motivation where I am not! Keep up the good work.
You’re too sweet – thank you! I think part of my motivation is just coming from all the energy around the start of the new year. Now let’s see if I can keep it up!
I love the variety of your workouts! It’s great to hear that you haven’t had as much discomfort – hopefully you can keep that PF at bay.
Thanks for co-hosting this week!
Thanks so much Michelle!
Great week of workouts, Kim! I saw your Peleton workout on IG about exploring the streets of London – I still haven’t tried it yet but that sounded fun! Maybe on my next treadmill day š Toe yoga hurts for me too but I’ve been doing it for about a month and notice I have better balance.
Thanks Becca! Oh the London run I did was actually via the Zwift app, not Peloton. It’s a pretty cool app though (I’ll have a review up this week)!
I just listened to a podcast today that spoke a lot about PF. It was Tina Muir’s podcast and the guest was Tom Michaud. This guy knows his stuff! I hope you continue to have luck in nipping PF in the bud. It’s such a pain!
Thanks so much for letting me know about that podcast. I will listen to it tomorrow!
Congrats on an A week. That is awesome! I must have missed that you were dealing with PF. Sounds like you’re doing everything you can to get it to calm down. Thanks for guest hosting!
Thanks Marcia. I’m definitely doing everything that I can to calm it down. I’m hoping that if I just stay diligent it will continue to improve.
Who is that that you watched for the yoga class? I know I need to incorporate that more in my life. I need to figure out where in my house to do it so I don’t yoga with a labradoodle puppy. LOL
Glad to hear your PF is healing. It does take time but you’re doing all the right things!
I took so much time off from blogging after my race, I’m just now catching up on the whole new Tuesday thing. Can’t wait to join in!
It was a yoga class on the Peloton app. The teacher was Aditi Shah and she was really good!
I secretly love when dogs want to join their owners in doing yoga lol
Can’t wait for you to join up for Tuesday Topics!
That Peloton challenge sounds like a great way to virtually support others, how fun! Thanks for sharing tips for PF, I hope you start to feel better!!
It’s a great challenge and I hope to meet more people virtually that are doing it!
Oh man, I have been battling PF since last april and it is a bitch so hope yours goes away quickly! I was stupid and trained for two marathons while doing all.the.things. I have started doing cross fit for the last few months and that seems to be helping more than anything! Thanks for hosting the link up!
Sorry to hear that you are also dealing with PF š I feel like I feel something was a little off with that foot for a few weeks but didn’t quite know what it was. I’m hoping that it continues to get better.
Thanks for joining the link up this week!
Glad to read that all your workouts went well this week. did you get a Peloton? I have seen the ads. They look sweet!
Thanks Laurie! I’ve had the Peloton for about a year now and I think it was a really good investment.
I also had a full week after the holidays. I actually found the shortened week after New Year’s to be a little tough. This week let me get back to my usual routine, which was super helpful.
Me too! The shorter weeks always feel super long for some reason.
Wow, your workouts are impressive! I have had to deal with PF a few times now and it’s the pits, good for you for keeping it up so much. I found that changing my shoes fixed everything for me. I hope you find your fix and are pain free ASAP!
Thanks Beth! The PF kinda threw me for a loop since I’ve never had to deal with it before, but I am thankful that it wasn’t too bad. I’ve heard many horror stories about it from friends.
Hey! Congrats on hosting the Weekly Wrap and I just saw as I was coming to the end of your post that you are hosting another link-up, Tuesday Topics? I will hop over and have a look and starting linking up there too!
Well done on a solid week. I find getting back to work actually helps me keep a good fitness routine. We returned today and I was almost relieved to come back to work just to get some “stability” again.
Thank you! Yes, the Tuesday Topics is a new link up that just started last week. We’re continuing on the tradition from the previous Tuesdays on the Run link up š
I see what you mean about having more stability when returning back to work. It’s almost like you have a set schedule for the week which makes it easier to plan workouts.
Ooh a Peloton challenge? I want one so bad- all i ever do is run, and a little cross training would be great! Glad your PF is feeling a little better- mine acts up when I don’t roll out my feet.
Yeah the Peloton challenge is cool because you can do any class, not just spinning, to count toward the challenge. If you decide to do more cross training, spinning is a really good one to start with!
Looks like a great workout week! That Peleton challenge sounds interesting.
Have you tried taping your foot? Taping up your arch is another great option for PF. But it sounds a little better, so that’s good.
I use KT tape and was planning on using it on my foot when I have to tackle longer runs, but I should actually probably start doing it now. Thanks for the tip/reminder!
My husband thinks he is dealing with PF too. He just got orthotic insoles for his shoes and has been wearing his shoes around the house. He said it’s improving his pain, so hopefully it’s a fix for him. I hope you see continuous improvement and yours goes away!
That’s great that the insoles have been helping with his PF! I hope that it continues to get better for him.
you had a great week!! in fact I would say you kicked last week’s butt! I had the feeling I was back full-time at work again (which anyway I only work 4 days a week) then I realized I only worked three! AND I felt like it was a long week!! I kind of wimped out with the weather with my running, but I did get some other good workouts in! And I started Rachel’s burpee challenge again (because apparently I am a glutton for punishment.
Sometimes the shorter weeks at work can feel very long, lol.
Good luck with the burpees challenge this month!
Thank you thank you thank you for co-hosting this week! I’ll be spending my week getting caught up. I’m so sorry to hear about the PF. I started getting heel pain over the weekend–NO! So I’m going to try to stop it now. Toes pose it is!
Of course! Always happy to help out š
So sorry that you started to get heel pain over the weekend. Hopefully it was just a one-time thing and will go away with rest!
Ugh. PF can really throw a wrench in all the plans. It’s so uncomfortable, even painful, and sidelines so many people.
I hope you get some relief soon so you can get back out there!
I’m counting my blessings that it’s not excruciating and that it seems to be feeling better. I have a few runner friends that have been sidelined by it š
You had such a great variety of workouts! That combo will help you come back really strong for your spring races.
Thanks Laura.
Last week felt like a long week and I wasn’t ready for Monday yet. But we had some good family time and a date night with my husband.
Good family time and date nights are always great, especially after a long week!
I’m sorry to hear about the PF! It sounds like you are being aggressive in treating it and that’s what helped me manage mine. I didn’t know Peloton did more than cycling classes!
Thanks Laura. So far so good on the PF prevention techniques. I hope it continues to work!
I’m guessing toes pose is the one where you sit on your heels with toes tucked under? I agree, that one hurts! Which reminds me that I should probably do it more often….
You had a great week of workouts!
Yup, you got it! And it’s such a painful pose for me, but effective!
I love how much Peloton you do! I had the opportunity to try out their treadmills and OMG – amazing!! Of course now I want one so badly but I have an almost new Landice. Ugh. Runner problems!! And I love the idea of a “walking class” very cool when that’s the workout you need for the day. And, I used to be a spin instructor so I know the value of a good playlist. Glad yours rocked for 30 minutes!
Thanks Allie! I haven’t had a chance to try out there treadmill but it looks absolutely amazing! I have the same problem – my treadmill is only 3 years old so i can’t justify getting a new one, especially at that price point!
That’s great that your PF is not bothering you as much as it was earlier! Sounds like you’re doing things right!
Thanks! I’m hoping that if I keep being diligent that will pay off.
Wow, great week!! I have been loving following you on Instagram and learning about all of the awesome Peloton classes. Time for me to get o board!!
Thanks so much Angela!